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USER MANUAL
DCS-932
VERSION 1.0

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL DCS-932 VERSION 1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Wireless Interface ... 19 Setup > DDNS ... 20 Setup > Image Setup ... 21 Image Settings ... 21 D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Table of Contents Setup > Video ... 22 Setup > Audio ... 23 Setup > Motion Detect ... 24 Setup >...
  • Page 3 Troubleshooting ... 48 Wireless Basics ... 50 Networking Basics ... 55 Check your IP address ... 55 Statically Assign an IP address ... 56 Technical Specifications... 57 D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 4: Product Overview

    • PC with 1.3GHz or above; at least 128MB RAM • Internet Explorer 6 or above , Firefox 3.5 or above, Safari 4 • Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network or 802.11n wireless network D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Product Overview Package Contents...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    The DCS-932 can be remotely accessed, and controlled using a Web browser over the Intranet or Internet. The simple installation procedure and intuitive Web-based interface offer easy integration with your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet or 802.11n wireless network. The DCS-932 also comes with remote monitoring capability for a complete and cost-effective home security solution. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 6: Features

    IR LED for night mode Day and night functionality. The built-in infrared LEDs enables night time viewing of up to 16 feet (5 meters). D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 7: Hardware Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View IR LED Camera Lens Microphone Power and Link LED D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 8: Rear View

    Section 1 - Product Overview Rear View Power Connector Ethernet Connector Reset WPS LED WPS Button Camera Stand D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 9: Installation

    DCS-932 and connect it to your wall outlet or power strip. Power is confirmed when the green LED Power Indicator located below the lens on the DCS-932 is illuminated. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 10: Wireless Installation Considerations

    Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link Wireless Network Camera lets you access your network using a wireless connection from anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. However, the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.

  • Page 11: Starting The Camera Installation Wizard

    Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive to start the autorun program. The CD-ROM will open the Camera Installation Wizard. Simply click Start to go through the Installation Wizard, which will guide you through the installation process from connecting your hardware to configuring your camera. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 12: Wps - Hardware Push Button Setup

    If you are not sure where the WPS button is on your router, please refer to your router’s User Manual. WPS Button The DCS-932 will automatically create a wireless connection to your router. While connecting, the green LED will flash and your camera will reboot. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 13: Configuration

    Installation Wizard. If you did not create a password, the default password is blank. After entering your password, click OK. Note: If you are directly connecting your PC to the camera, or if you are using the camera on a closed network, the default IP is 192.168.0.20. DCS-932 D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...
  • Page 14 When you connect to the home page of your camera, you will be prompted to download ActiveX. If you want to use ActiveX to view your video images instead of Java, then you must download ActiveX. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 15: Live Video

    You may choose to configure your network by using the Internet Connection Setup Wizard that includes step-by-step instructions. Otherwise, you may manually configure your connection using the Manual Internet Connection Setup. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Live Video Setup > Wizard...

  • Page 16: 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 You may configure your camera using • DHCP Connection (by default), where your DHCP server will automatically assign dynamic IP to your device.
  • Page 17 Configure the correct time to ensure that all events triggered, captured and scheduled at the right time. Click Next This page displays your configured settings. Click Apply to save and activate the setting, or Back to change your settings. Click Apply D-Link DCS-932 User Manual DCS-932 DCS-932...

  • Page 18: Network Setup

    TCP ports 80. A corresponding port must be opened on the router. For example, if the port is changed to 1010, users must type “http://192.168.0.100:1010” instead of only “http://192.168.0.100”. UPnP Settings: Enable this setting to configure your camera as an UPnP device in the network. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Network Setup...

  • Page 19: Setup > Wireless

    For security, there are three choices; None, WEP, and WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK. Select the same encryption method that is being Wireless Security used by your wireless device/ router. Mode: WPA-PSK / WPA2PSK Settings: An appropriate Preshared Key, which is needed in order to connect to the wireless network.. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Setup > Wireless Wireless Interface...

  • Page 20: Setup > Ddns

    Host Name: Enter the host name of the DDNS server. User Name: Enter your username or e-mail used to connect to the DDNS. Password: Enter your password used to connect to the DDNS server. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Setup > DDNS...

  • Page 21: Setup > Image Setup

    Horizontally rotates the video. Brightness Control: Allows you to adjust the brightness level. Contrast Control: Allows you to adjust the contrast level. Saturation Control: Allows you to adjust the saturation level. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Setup > Image Setup Image Settings...

  • Page 22: Setup > Video

    Select the mode for viewing the camera image. Select Image for a still images, ActiveX for Internet Explorer, or Java for other web browsers. Light Frequency: Select the proper frequency (50Hz or 60Hz) to reduce image flicker. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Setup > Video Video Configuration...

  • Page 23: Setup > Audio

    Note: Please wait a few seconds for the camera to adjust the audio after the setting has been selected. Audio Settings: You may Enable or Disable the camera audio feed. Volume Settings: Select the desired volume percentage level. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Setup > Audio DCS-932...

  • Page 24: Setup > Motion Detect

    Specifies the measurable difference between two sequential images that would indicate motion. Please enter a value between 0 and 100. Detection Use your mouse to click on the blocks that you would like to Areas: monitor for motion. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Setup > Motion Detect...

  • Page 25: Setup > Mail

    Password: This is the password that corresponds to your user name to connect to the SMTP server. Use SSL-TLS/STARTTLS: Select SSL-TLS or STARTTLS if SMTP server requires TLS authentication. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Setup > Mail Email Account...

  • Page 26: Time Schedule

    This will send a snapshot to the e-mail account that you have configured in the E-mail section. If you have configured the SMTP Account: account correctly, you will be able to send a test file to the e-mail account of the recipient. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 27: Setup > Ftp

    Specifies the destination folder in the external FTP server. Passive Mode: Enabling passive mode will allow access to an external FTP server if your camera is behind a router protected by a firewall. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Setup > FTP FTP Server...

  • Page 28: Time Schedule

    This will send a snapshot to the FTP server that you have configured in the Upload section. If you have configured the FTP correctly, you will be able to see a test file on your FTP server. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Time Schedule...

  • Page 29: Setup > Time And Date

    Internet time server. Choose the one that is closest to your camera. Copy your Computer’s Click to synchronize the time information from your PC. Time Settings: Set the Date and Time Select this to set the time manually. Manually: D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Setup > Time and Date...

  • Page 30: Setup > Day/Night Mode

    Day mode from 08:00 to 18:30 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, works in Night mode all the day (no Day mode time) on Saturday, and works in Day mode all the day on Sunday. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Setup > Day/Night Mode...

  • Page 31: Maintenance > Admin

    Enter the user name, password, and password confirmation, and click Add. A maximum of 8 user accounts can be added into the user list. Displays the account names of authorized users. User List: D-Link DCS-932 User Manual Maintenance > Admin DCS-932...

  • Page 32: Maintenance > System

    Section 3 - Configuration Maintenance > System This section allows you to save and restore your configuration, restore the factory settings, and/or restart the camera. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 33: Maintenance > Firmware Upgrade

    Maintenance > Firmware Upgrade Your current firmware version and date will be displayed on your screen. You may go to the D-Link Support Page to check for the latest firmware versions available. To upgrade the firmware on your DCS-932, please download and save the latest firmware version from the D-Link Support Page to your local hard drive.

  • Page 34: Status > Device Info

    Section 3 - Configuration Status > Device Info This section displays all the details information about your device and network settings. DCS-932 D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 35: Status > Active User

    Section 3 - Configuration Status > Active User This page lists all the active user’s information including the User Name, IP address, and the time that camera access began. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 36: Using & Configuring The Dcs-932

    Using & Configuring the DCS-932 D-Link’s DCS-932 is a versatile and cost effective Network Camera for video monitoring. It can also serve as a powerful surveillance system in security applications. The DCS-932 can be used with any wired or 802.11n wireless router. This section explains how to view the camera from either the Internet or from inside your internal network.
  • Page 37 DCS-932. The camera will be assigned a local IP Address that allows it to be recognized by the router. Write down this IP Address for future reference. This is the IP Address assigned to your camera (192.168.0.120 is only an example). You will probably have a different IP Address. Your Camera’s IP Address D-Link DCS-932 User Manual DCS-932...
  • Page 38 PC running Internet Explorer on your LAN. Click on the Configuration button on the left side of the display. Scroll to the bottom of the Network Configuration page to display the ports used by HTTP and Streaming video. DCS-932 DCS-932 D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 39: Wireless Security

    Code for Information Interchange – alphanumeric characters) format. ASCII format is provided so you can enter a string that is easier to remember. The ASCII string is converted to HEX for use over the network. Four keys can be defined so that you can change keys easily. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 40: What Is Wpa

    WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK uses a passphrase or key to authenticate your wireless connection. The key is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. This key must be the exact same key entered on your wireless router or access point. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual What is WPA?

  • Page 41: Using & Configuring The Dcs-932 With A Nat Router

    Using & Configuring the DCS-932 with a NAT Router D-Link’s DCS-932 is a versatile and cost effective Network Camera offering both video and audio monitoring. It can also serve as a powerful surveillance system in security applications. The DCS-932 can be used with any wired or 802.11n/g wireless router. This section explains how to view the camera from either the Internet or from inside your internal network.
  • Page 42 Run the setup wizard from the CD included with the DCS-932. Follow the steps in the Quick Installation Guide to configure the DCS-932. The camera will be assigned a local IP Address that allows it to be recognized by the router. Write down this IP Address for future reference. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...
  • Page 43 Click on the Setup button on the left side of the display. Scroll to the bottom of the Network Setup page (see page 18) to display the ports used by HTTP and Streaming audio and video. DCS-932 DCS-932 D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...
  • Page 44 The Setup > Network Setup page displays the port settings for your camera. If necessary, these ports can be changed if they are already in use by other devices (e.g. in a multiple camera environment). Note: The HTTP port is required to be opened for the DCS-930. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...
  • Page 45 Router Set-Up and Installation The following steps generally apply to any router that you have on your network. The D-Link DIR-655 is used as an example to clarify the configuration process. Configure the initial settings of the DIR-655 by following the steps outlined in the DIR-655 Quick Installation Guide.
  • Page 46 5. If you are using the default camera port settings, enter 80 into the Public and Private Port section, click Apply. 6. Scheduling should be set to Always so that the camera images can be accessed at any time. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...
  • Page 47 Enter valid ports in the Virtual Server section of your router. Please make sure to check the box next to the camera name on the Virtual Server List to enable your settings. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    Reposition the Network Camera into a more shaded area immediately as prolonged exposure to bright lights will damage the CMOS sensor. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...
  • Page 49 You may also need to change the security settings on your browser to allow the ActiveX plug-in to be installed. If you are using Internet Explorer with a version number lower than 6, then you will need to upgrade your Web browser software in order to view the streaming video transmitted by the Network Camera. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 50: Wireless Basics

    D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless* connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
  • Page 51 D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network. How does wireless work? Wireless works similar to how cordless phone work, through radio signals to transmit data from one point A to point B.
  • Page 52 Who uses wireless? Wireless technology as become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. Home • Gives everyone at home broadband access • Surf the Web, check email, instant message, and etc •...
  • Page 53 The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”. Using a D-Link Cardbus Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from remote locations like: Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers.

  • Page 54: Wireless Modes

    An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless router or access point. An Ad-Hoc network contains only clients, such as laptops with wireless cardbus adapters. All the adapters must be in Ad-Hoc mode to communicate. D-Link DCS-932 User Manual...

  • Page 55: Networking Basics

    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.

  • Page 56: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    ® Windows XP - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connections. 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 router.

  • Page 57: Technical Specifications

    • Internet Explorer 6 or above , Firefox 3.5 or above, Safari 4 NETWORKING PROTOCOL • IPV4, ARP, TCP, UDP, ICMP • DHCP Client • NTP Client (D-Link) • DNS Client • DDNS Client (Dyndns and D-Link) • SMTP Client • FTP Client • HTTP Server • PPPoE • UPnP Port Forwarding •...
  • Page 58 • Input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz • Output: 5 V DC, 1.2 A • External AC-to-DC switching power adapter D-Link DCS-932 User Manual DIMENSIONS (W X D X H) • Including the bracket and stand: 65.8 x 65 x 126 mm •...

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