Network Setup ..........39 Frequently Asked Questions ........80 Dynamic DNS ..........45 18x PoE Network Camera Features ...... 80 Image Setup ............ 46 18x PoE Network Camera Installation ....81 Audio and Video ..........47 D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Check your IP address .......... 83 Statically Assign an IP address ......84 Reset and Restore ............. 85 External I/O Port ............86 Technical Specifications ........... 87 Contacting Technical Support ........89 Warranty ..............90 Registration ..............96 D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • D-Link DCS-3415 18x PoE Network Camera • CAT5 Ethernet Cable • Power Adapter • Screws • Manual and Software on CD • Quick Install Guide Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with your product will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Nothing herein represents a warranty or representation that the D-Link product provided herein is suitable for the end-user’s intended use under the applicable laws of his or her state. D-Link disclaims any liability whatsoever for any end-user use of the D-Link product, which fails to comply with applicable state, local, or federal laws.
Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Powerful Surveillance - DCS-3415 is designed to target high-end surveillance market. An 18x zoom progressive scan CCD module can capture superb vivid images of moving objects that traditional interlaced scanning techniques cannot achieve. DCS-3415 is ideally suited for both day and night applications.
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Nothing herein represents a warranty or representation that the D-Link product provided herein is suitable for the end-user’s intended use under the applicable laws of his or her state. D-Link disclaims any liability whatsoever for any end-user use of the D-Link product, which fails to comply with applicable state, local, or federal laws.
PoE switch. DI/DO: The DCS-3415 provides a general I/O terminal block. The I/O connectors provide the physical interface to send and receive digital signals to and from a variety of external devices. DC12V output:...
The CF card slot If the Ethernet connection can be seen at the side of the network is not established the camera. Status LED will not be lit. Note: Ensure to remove the rubber strip before using it. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Connect Using Power-Over-Ethernet Once you connect an Ethernet cable to your PoE switch or adapter, the Power LED on the DCS-3415 will turn green to indicate a proper connection. Attach the External Power Supply Attach the external power supply to the DC power input connector located on the Network Camera’s back panel (labeled DC 1V) and connect the other end to an AC power...
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Attach the camera stand to the Network Camera and place it for your application. There are holes located in the base of the camera stand allowing the camera to be mounted to the ceiling, or any wall securely. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Section 3- Software Installation Software Installation Turn on the computer and insert the D-Link DCS-3415 CD into the CD-ROM drive. The following step-by-step instructions displayed are shown when using Windows Vista operating system. The steps and screens are similar when using ®...
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Click I Agree to accept the License Agreement. Click I Agree Click the Browse button if you would like to change the destination of installation, otherwise click Install to continue. Note: Installation may take several minutes to complete. Click Install D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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To start the installation click Install. Note: The installation may take several minutes to complete. Click Install Click Finish to complete installation and the D-Link Installation Wizard window will pop up for camera configuration. Click Finish D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Windows Start Menu. The Installation Wizard will appear and show the MAC address and IP address of the DCS-3415, which may appear to be different from the actual address depending on what your device is connected to. If you have a DHCP server on your network, there will be a valid IP address displayed here.
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Enter a password, and confirm the password for the admin ID and click Next. Note: The default administrator username is set to admin and the password may be left blank. The password can be changed after installation. Click Next D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
The PPPoE Setting screen displays. Enter the username and password provided by your ISP to connect to the Internet by PPPoE. Click Next and skip to the setup screen as seen in page 19. Click Next D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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IP address every time the camera starts up. Click Next to continue. Click Next Select UPnP Port Forwarding if your router supports this function. If not, choose Manual to manually enter your port numbers. Click Next to continue. Click Next D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Section 4 - Configuration Click Next to continue. Click Next A window will pop up asking you if you want to access the DCS-3415 via mobile phone. Clicking Yes will set the video resolution to 176x144. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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A window will pop up to confirm application was successful. Click OK to continue. A new window will pop up displaying the lists to access your device, click Add to my favorite to save the address then click Exit to complete installation. Click Exit D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Section 4 - Configuration Double-click DCS-3415 in the Installation Wizard window to launch the camera’s web configuration. Enter admin as the default username and leave the password blank. Click OK to continue. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Section 4 - Configuration This section shows your camera’s live video. You can control your settings using the buttons below. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Section 4 - Configuration Web-based Configuration Utility This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link Network Camera using the Web-based Configuration Utility. To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of your Network Camera (http://19.168.0.10)
Section 4 - Configuration Live Video As seen in the following images, Mozilla Firefox and Netscape users, the Quick Time player is invoked to stream the live video. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
3. Type the URL command in the text box. The format is rtsp://<ip address of your computer>:<rtsp port>/<access name for stream1 or stream2> For example: 4. You can view the live video in your player, as shown in the figure. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
3. Set the RTSP port to 554, since most ISPs and players do not support other port numbers. 4. Launch the players on 3GPP mobile phones, (ex. Real Player). Type the URL commands in the player. The format is rtsp://<public ip address of your camera>:<rtsp port>/<access name for stream1 or stream2>. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Zoom: Zoom Factors: Adjust the threshold of the zoom in and zoom out. You can also adjust and position the zoom area by dragging the box in the window. Click this icon to hide the window. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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(external or built-in). Microphone Mute/Unmute - Click (#15) to turn off the microphone (external or built-in) that is connected to the network camera. Press 14/15 again (#14) to turn the microphone back on. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
(as shown on page 3). Only the HTTP port must be forwarded for remote users to make an HTTP connection (video only). Record Options: Allows the user to specify a destination folder and prefix filename for the recorded video. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Manual Motion Detection Setup and skip to page 49. Internet Connection Setup Wizard This wizard will guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link Camera and connect the camera to the internet. Click Next to continue. Click Next...
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Select PPPoE if the camera is directly connected to the Internet through a DSL modem, and the ISP (Internet Service Provider) requires you to use PPPoE for the Internet connection. Click Next to continue and skip to Step on page 33. Click Next D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Click Next to continue. Click Next If you have selected PPPoE, enter your username and password. Click Next to continue. Click Next D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Enter a name for your camera and click Next to continue. Click Next Configure the correct time to ensure that all events will be triggered, captured and scheduled at the right time. Click Next to continue. Click Next D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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If you selected Static IP, you will see a summary of your camera’s settings. Please write down all this information as you will need it for accessing your camera within the network. Click Apply to save your settings. Click Apply D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Section 4 - Configuration Motion Detection Setup Wizard This wizard will guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link Camera motion detection functions. Click Next to continue. Click Next This section will allow you to enable or disable motion detection as well as control the sensitivity or your camera’s ability to detect movement.
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This step allows you to specify how you will receive event notifications of your camera, either via email or FTP. You will need to enter all the relevant information for your email account or FTP settings. Then, click Next to continue. Click Next D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Section 4 - Configuration You have completed the Motion Detection Wizard. Click Apply to save and activate your settings. Click Apply D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Services and capabilities offered by networked devices, such as printing and file sharing, are available among each other without bothersome network configuration. In the case of Network Cameras, you will see Network Camera shortcuts at My Network Places. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Basic authentication: When selected, the password is sent in plain text format; there can be potential risks of being intercepted. Digest authentication: When selected, user credentials are encrypted in MD5 algorithm and thus provide better protection against unauthorized accesses. HTTP Port: The default value is 80. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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After you have enabled the Authentication, you will need to configure and use the access name to access your video file. RTSP://camera ip/live.sdp (live.sdp is the default access name, you can modify it here) Access name for The default name is live.sdp. stream1: Access name for The default name is live.sdp. stream2: D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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: Launch a RTSP player. : Choose File > Open URL. This opens the URL dialog box. : Type the URL command in the text box. For example: The live video will be displayed in your player. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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An IP Multicast group address is used to send and receive content. Sources use this group address as the destination address: address while sending their data packets. Receivers use this group address to inform the network that they are interested in receiving packets sent to that group. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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The five ports can be changed between 105 and 65535. The multicast RTP port must be an even number and the multicast RTCP port is the multicast RTP port number plus one, and thus always be odd. When the multicast RTP port changes, the multicast RTCP port will change accordingly. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Enter the host name of the DDNS server. Username: Enter your username or e-mail used to connect to the DDNS Password: Enter your password used to connect to the DDNS server. Status: Indicates the connection status, automatically determined by the system. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Choose either Auto or Fix. Brightness: It has eleven levels ranged from -5 to +5 for you to choose. Overlay title and Select to add a date and time stamp on the video. time stamp on video: D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
It is necessary to find the optimum gain that transmits the best audio for listening. input gain: Note: “dB” stands for decibels, a logarithmic unit of measurement in acoustics. The higher the decibel number, the louder the sound. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Select an AAC bit rate from the list. Higher bit rate means higher audio quality but it takes more network bandwidth to transmit. GSM-AMR bit Select the GSM-AMR bit rate from the list. Higher bit rate means higher audio quality but it takes more network bandwidth rate: to transmit. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Use your mouse to drag the window frame to re-size or the title bar to move. Clicking on the ‘x’ at the upper right corner of the window will close the window. Save: Save the related settings of that window. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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FTP) by utilizing this feature as a trigger source. A green bar indicates that even though motions are detected, the event will not be triggered because the image variations are still falling under the defined threshold. Percentage = 30% D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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30%, the motions are judged to exceed the defined threshold; therefore, the motion window will be outlined in red. For applications that require higher security management, it is suggested to set higher sensitivity settings and smaller percentage values. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
NTP server. NTP Server: Network Time Protocol (NTP) synchronizes the DCS-3415 with an Internet time server. Choose the one that is closest to your location. Update Interval: The time interval for updating the time information from NTP server.
Delete. 3. Click on the item name to pop up a window for modifying. Note: You can add up to three events, five servers and five media fields. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Application A typical application is that when motion is detected, the DCS-3415 Network Camera sends buffered images to a FTP server or via e-mail as notifications. For example, as seen in the illustration below, an event can be triggered by many sources, such as motion detection or external digital input devices.
FTP: Select this to access a granted folder on an external FTP server. HTTP: Select this to use a web server to store the media. Network Storage: Only one network storage is supported. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
The prefix name will be added on the file name of the video clip. Refer page 58 for more information. Refer page 58 for more information. System log: Select this feature to enable camera to display system log. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Add date and time suffix to file name Select this option to add date and time to the file name suffix. SNAPSHOTS20080104_100341 Date and time suffix File name prefix The format is: YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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8 sec. 9 sec. 10 sec. The moment the trigger is activated. File name prefix Enter the text that will be added at the beginning of the file name. VIDEOS20080104_100341 File name prefix Date and time suffix The format is: YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Note: Please format your CF card before use. All data in the CF card will be erased after formatting. Before you unplug the CF card from the slot, please select “Remove CF card” to ensure that your data is secure. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Size of each file for File size for each recording file. You may input the value in the range of 00-6000. recording: File Name Prefix: The prefix name will be added on the file name of the recording file(s). D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
(Max. Input 500mA, 1Vdc) Digital output: Select Grounded or Open to define normal status of the digital output. The camera will show whether the trigger is activated or not. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
With the digital PTZ (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) feature enabled, it is possible to zoom in and out from the DCS-3415. Enable PTZ Operation To utilize this feature, please connect the DCS-3415 to a PTZ scanner via RS485 interface and follow the instructions given below. The DCS-3415 offers three PTZ drivers: •...
Section 4 - Configuration Exposure/ICR The following options explain about the shutter speed, iris and gain settings for the DCS-3415 Network Camera. Auto: When set to Auto the Network Camera automatically adjusts the iris and gain. However, the Network Camera has a fixed shutter speed (1/30 s) in response to different kinds of environment.
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Note that the time format is [hh:mm] and is expressed in 4-hour clock time. By default, the starting time and ending time of day mode are set to 07:00 and 18:00. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
When the range of allowed list is set from 1.1.1.0 to 19.55.55.55 and the range of denied list is set from 1.1.1.0 to 170.55.55.55, Only users’ IP located between 171.0.0.0 and 19.5.5.5 can access the Network Camera. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Managing the accounts for the existing users. Authentication: The access right for the existing users. Camera Name: Create a unique name for your camera. You can access the camera using this name in your web-browser. For example: http://DCS-3415 (By default). D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Restore: Click the Restore button to reset the camera back to its factory default settings. This will remove all the configuration settings that were made previously. Reboot: Click the Reboot button to restart the camera. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Section 4 - Configuration Firmware Update Your current firmware version and date will be displayed on your screen. You may go to the D-Link Support website to check for the latest firmware version available. To upgrade the firmware on your DCS-3415, please download and save the latest firmware from the D-Link Support site to your local hard drive.
Section 4 - Configuration Status Device Info This page displays all the details information about your device and network connection. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Save: Click to save the settings. Current Log: The system log file that displayed by the system. The content of the file reveals useful information about camera configuration and connectivity status after the camera boots up. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Section 4 - D-ViewCam Installation D-ViewCam Installation D-ViewCam software is included for the administrator to manage up to 3 D-Link network cameras remotely. The administrator can use the software to configure the advanced settings for the camera. D-ViewCam is a complete management tool and includes all configurative settings.
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Section 4 - D-ViewCam Installation Click Next to continue. Click Next Click Browse if you would like to choose a specific folder for the installation, otherwise click Next to continue. Click Next D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Section 4 - D-ViewCam Installation Click Next to start the installation. Note: The D-ViewCam installation process may take several minutes to complete. Click Next Click Finish to complete the installation. Click Finish D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Add a Camera This section will show you how to add a camera to the D-ViewCam system. To start D-ViewCam, select Start > All Programs > D-Link > D-Link D-ViewCam. Enter admin as the default username and leave the password blank.
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Section 4 - D-ViewCam Installation Welcome to the Add Camera Wizard. Use this wizard to add your camera(s) to the D-ViewCam system. Note: Use the left or right arrow to navigate the wizard. Click D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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The system will place all the cameras at the default map called My Map. Click Next to continue. If you choose Add Manually, you will need to enter the IP address(es) of the camera(s). Click Next to continue. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Continuously monitors during non-office hours (6:00PM to 8:00AM) and only records when motion is detected. Note: Excluding 24/7 Continuous Recording, all other schedule recording modes can only record when motion is detected. Please refer to the user manual for more information. Click Next to continue. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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Click Next to continue. The Add Camera wizard is now complete. Click Close to access the D-ViewCam’s main screen. Your D-ViewCam Installation is Complete! Note: Please refer to the D-ViewCam user manual for information about using D-ViewCam. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Section 5 - Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions This chapter provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the DCS-3415. Read the following descriptions if you are having any problems. 18x PoE Network Camera Features 1.
6. Why am I unable to access the 18x PoE Network Camera from a web browser? If a router or firewall is used on the network, the correct ports for the DCS-3415 may not be configured on the router or firewall.
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• The configuration on the 18x PoE Network Camera image display is incorrect. Through the Setup > Image Setup section of the Web management you need to adjust the image related parameters such as brightness, white balance and power line frequency for fluorescent light. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below.
XP - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connections. Windows ® Step 2 Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link network adapter and select Properties. Step 3 Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. Step 4 Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or the LAN IP address on your access point.
There is a button hidden in the pinhole beside the Ethernet port. It is used to reset the system or restore the factory default settings. Sometimes resetting the DCS-3415 will return the system back to a normal state. If the system still...
Refer to the following illustration for connection method. PIN 1 Power+12V The DCS-3415 provides a general I/O terminal block with one digital PIN 2 Digital output input and one relay switch for device control. The relay switch of DO+ and The relay switch of DO+ and DO- can be used to turn on or off the external device.
• Take snapshots/video clips and save to CF card, local hard drive or NAS via web • SONY 1/4 inch progressive scan CCD sensor browser • Focal length: f=4.1mm to 73.8mm • F-number: F1.4 (wide), F3.0 (tele) D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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• 0º to 40º C (3º to 104º F) The mobile device must have 3G support and subscribe to 3G service from the phone service provider. The playback device must be equipped with 3G video playback such as RealPlayerTM or PacketVideoTM. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
• Hardware Revision (located on the label on the bottom of the network camera (e.g. rev A1)) • Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the bottom of the network camera). You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website as well as frequently asked questions and answers to technical issues.
Any repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement hardware need not be new or have an identical make, model or part. D-Link may, at its option, replace the defective Hardware or any part thereof with any reconditioned product that D-Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent (or superior) in all material respects to the defective Hardware.
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Warranty Period and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions. If a material non-conformance is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non-conforming Software, the price paid by the original licensee for the non-conforming Software will be refunded by D-Link;...
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• The customer is responsible for all in-bound shipping charges to D-Link. No Cash on Delivery (“COD”) is allowed. Products sent COD will either be rejected by D-Link or become the property of D-Link. Products shall be fully insured by the customer and shipped to D-Link Systems, Inc., 17595 Mt.
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RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, RELATING TO WARRANTY SERVICE, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF D-LINK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NONCONFORMING PRODUCT.
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(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and () this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. If this device is going to be operated in 5.15 ~ 5.5GHz frequency range, then it is restricted in indoor environment only. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
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This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of dB. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...
Appendix F - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.0 May 7, 008 D-Link DCS-3415 User Manual...