D-Link 8DLDCS936L User Manual

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Version 1.02 | 11/17/2017
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HD Wi-Fi Camera
DCS-936L
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  • Page 1 Version 1.02 | 11/17/2017 User Manual HD Wi-Fi Camera DCS-936L...
  • Page 2 Manual Overview D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Information in this document may become obsolete as our services and websites develop and change. Please refer to the www.mydlink.com website for the most current information.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Accessing the Web Configuration Utility ......20 Troubleshooting ..............53 Live Video ..................21 Technical Specifications ..........54 Setup ....................23 Wizard ..................23 Regulatory Statements ...........56 Network ..................31 Wireless Setup ..............33 Dynamic DNS ..............34 Image Setup .................35 Audio and Video ..............36 D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 4: Product Overview

    If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements • 802.11ac/n/g router (a D-Link Cloud Router is recommended) • A broadband Internet connection • iPhone, iPad, Android, or Windows smartphone or tablet (please refer to the mobile app’s store page to check whether your device is...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Internet for remote monitoring. The Network Camera allows remote access using a Web browser for live image viewing, and allows the administrator to manage and control the Network Camera anytime, anywhere in the world. Many applications exist, including industrial and public monitoring of homes, offices, banks, hospitals, child-care centers, and amusement parks. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 6: Hardware Overview

    Hardware Overview Front View Back View Wireless Signal Strength LED Micro USB Port Microphone (for power) microSD Card Camera Lens IR LEDs Slot (on side) (behind cover) Reset Button Light Sensor Power LED WPS Button Camera Stand D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 7: Installation

    Lite Mobile App: You can use the mydlink Lite mobile app to guide you through setup and initial configuration of your camera. Refer to Mobile App Setup on page 9. Zero Configuration Setup: If you have a mydlink-enabled router (D-Link Cloud Router), this is the easiest way to set up your camera. Refer to Zero Configuration Setup on page 10.
  • Page 8: Wireless Installation Considerations

    Make sure your 2.4 GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 9: Mobile App Setup

    When you are asked to scan a QR code, use the code on the Quick Install Card in your package, or on the label attached to your device. Congratulations, your DCS-936L is now ready to use! Be sure to check the mydlink.com website periodically for the latest firmware updates to keep your product secure and up to date with the latest features. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 10: Zero Configuration Setup

    Cloud Router. Press the WPS button on your camera Within 1 minute, press the WPS button on the camera for 6 seconds. After the camera automatically connects to your router, the Power LED will turn solid green. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 11 Found! pop-up notification in the bottom-left corner. Click the notification to continue. DCS-936L A summary and confirmation notification will appear with the automatically configured details. Make a note of the details and click Yes to add the camera to your account. DCS-936L D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 12 Note: If you see a white haze when viewing in night vision mode, the night vision light on the camera may be reflecting off a nearby surface. Try repositioning and aiming the camera. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 13: Placing Your Camera

    If the wireless signal strength LED is flashing orange, try moving the camera to a location closer to your router, or you can try purchasing a wireless extender to extend the range of your wireless network. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 14: Mounting The Camera

    Depending on the material of the wall or ceiling, use proper tools to drill two holes 25 mm deep with a 6 mm drill bit where you marked. If the wall is made out of concrete, drill the holes first, then insert the plastic anchors to support the screws. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 15 Plug in the microUSB power cable to the camera. Step 6 Attach the camera to the camera base and pull the power cable to remove the extra cable. Adjust the angle of the camera as desired. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 16: Mydlink

    For more details on using your camera with mydlink, go to the Support section of the mydlink website and check the User Manual section for your product to find the latest instruction guide for your camera’s mydlink features. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 17: Using The Dcs-936L With Google Home

    1. From your mobile, download the Google Home app from Google Play or the App Store. 2. Start the app and follow the instructions to discover and add your DCS-936L, or tap to bring up the menu and tap Home control. 3. Tap to add a device. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 18 Enter your account E-mail and Password and tap Sign in. 5. After logging in, your DCS-936L will show up in the Devices tab under Home control. 6. You can also give your DCS-936L a friendly name for use with voice commands under device details. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 19 To disable live streaming, open the mydlink Lite app and check Privacy Mode. Note: When live streaming is On, the Privacy Mode setting will be Off. Conversely when live streaming is Off, the Privacy Mode setting will be On. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 20: Configuration

    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. After logging in to your camera, the Live Video page will open. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 21: Live Video

    Section 3 - Configuration Live Video The Live Video page lets you view the live video stream from your camera. You can also switch between video streams, take snapshots, and record video to your hard drive from this page. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 22 Turns the Infrared lights on or off. (The icon only appears when you activate the manual IR option. Refer to Day/Night Mode in Audio and Video on page 36 for more.) Zoom buttons Zooms in or out of the picture. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 23: Setup

    Setup Wizard on page 27 for more details. Manual Motion If you would rather manually set up the Detection camera’s motion detection features, you Setup: can refer to Motion Detection on page 45 which provides more details on the information required. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 24 Section 3 - Configuration 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. Select how the camera will connect to the Internet.
  • Page 25 You can setup how often the camera notifies the DDNS server of its current global IP address by entering a whole number in hours. Click Next to continue. Enter a name for your camera. Click Next to continue. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 26 Click Next to continue. A summary of the options you selected is displayed for confirmation. If you are happy with the selected configuration, click Apply. Otherwise, click Back to make the required changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 27 Motion Detection Setup Wizard This wizard will guide you through a step-by-step process to configure the motion detection feature of your new D-Link Camera Click Next to continue. Enabling the Video Motion option will allow your camera to use the motion detection feature.
  • Page 28 Select whether to take a single snapshot or to take 6 snapshots with a 1 second interval between them. Target: Select where you want the snapshot to be sent. Enter the settings for your e-mail account. Click Next to continue. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 29 Target: Select where you want the video clip to be sent. Enter the settings for your e-mail account. Click Next to continue. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 30 Click Next to continue. A summary of the options you selected is displayed for confirmation. If you are happy with the selected configuration, click Apply. Otherwise, click Back to make the required changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 31: Network

    Select Automatic IP Address to automatically get an IPv6 address from your router. If you have a static or fixed IP from your network administrator, select Static IP address and enter the information provided by your ISP or network administrator. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 32 Enable this to allow your camera to use UPnP to configure port forwarding Forward: on your router. Bonjour: Checking the Bonjour box will allow the camera to be discoverable on the network and visible to Apple devices. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 33: Wireless Setup

    If you chose WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK, choose whether to use TKIP or AES. Key: Enter the key(password) for your wireless network. Check the Show Hidden Key box to reveal the password you have entered. Click the Save Settings button to save your changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 34: Dynamic Dns

    You can set up how often the camera notifies the DDNS server of its current global IP address by entering a whole number in hours. Status: This shows the current status of your DDNS updates. Click the Save Settings button to save your changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 35: Image Setup

    Allows you to set a slow shutter speed to use. Using a slow shutter allows you to monitor an area in low-light conditions. However, using a slow shutter speed may make moving objects appear blurry. Changes made to these settings will take effect immediately. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 36: Audio And Video

    Quality: One of five levels of image quality can be set for the snapshot feature: Highest, High, Medium, Low, and Lowest. This setting is for Profile 2 only. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 37 The camera will use night mode for all times outside of this schedule. Audio Setup: Allows you to enable and disable or adjust the volume levels of the microphone. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 38: Time And Date

    If Synchronize NTP Server is disabled, you can set the date and time and Time manually. You can also click the Copy Your Computer’s Time Settings Manually: button to automatically copy the date and time of the PC you are using. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 39: Video Clip

    For more on video profile options, refer to Audio and Video on page 36. Target: Select where you want the video clip to be sent. Enter the settings for your e-mail account. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 40: Snapshot

    2. For more on video profile options, refer to Audio and Video on page Target: Select where you want the snapshot to be sent. Enter the settings for your e-mail account. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 41: Ip Filter

    You can allow a single IP address to always have access to this camera, IP Address. regardless of the IP filter rules being used, by enabling this option and entering the IP address. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 42: Https Setup

    General information and the status of the current HTTPS certificate is Information: displayed. If you would like to see more detailed information, click on the Property button. If you would like to remove the certificate, click the Remove button. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 43: Sd Recording

    Post-event If Trigger By is set to Motion or Sound, this will set how many seconds Recording: to record after the event occurs. If you are recording snapshots, one snapshot will be taken each second. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 44 Set amount of space to keep free on the microSD card. Space: Cyclic: When this option is selected, it will cause the oldest snapshot/video files to be deleted when the system requires storage space for new snapshot/ video files. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 45: Motion Detection

    Select Erase Motion Area to clear a selected region and stop the camera from monitoring that area of the picture. Clear: Clears all motion detection areas from the picture. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 46: Sound Detection

    Specify the volume level that a sound must exceed in order to trigger the Level: sound detection feature. The lower the number, the more sensitive the camera will be to sound. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 47: Sd Management

    To delete files and folders, click on the checkbox next to the files or folders and Folders: you want to delete, then click the Delete button. To select all of the files or folders shown, click on the checkbox next to the Delete button. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 48: Maintenance

    In the Label field, you may enter a name to display on the image. Select Time Stamp to include the current date and time. Power/Link Select Normal to enable the LED on the front of the device, or select Off LED Light: to disable the LED. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 49: System

    Restore Factory Defaults. Defaults: Reboot Device: This will restart your camera. Schedule You can schedule the camera to reboot according to a schedule. Select Device Reboot the days and time you want the camera to automatically reboot. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 50: Firmware Upgrade

    Section 3 - Configuration Firmware Upgrade The camera’s current firmware version will be displayed on this screen. You may visit the D-Link Support Website to check for the latest available firmware version. To upgrade the firmware on your DCS-936L, please download and save the latest firmware version from the D-Link Support Page to your local hard drive.
  • Page 51: Status

    Section 3 - Configuration Status Device Info This section displays information about your camera and its current network and wireless status. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 52: Log

    This page displays the log information of your camera. You may download the information by clicking Download. You may also click Clear to delete the saved log information. The log will also be cleared when the camera is rebooted. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    • your camera is on the same network as your mobile device • both your mobile device and camera have a working Internet connection If your camera is still not working, check your router and make sure it has the latest firmware. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 54: Technical Specifications

    Network Network Protocols • IPv4, IPv6, ARP, TCP, UDP, ICMP • HTTP Server • DHCP Client • PPPoE • NTP Client (D-Link) • UPnP • DNS Client • RTP, RTSP • DDNS Client (D-Link) • HTTPS for configuration • SMTP Client •...
  • Page 55 >50~100 0.15 LEGEND: COLOR CHIP CHECKED DATE SIZE : A2 SCALE >10~50 31-Mar-16 DEFORMATION 3/1000 0~10 0.05 =DESIGN CHANGE SURFACE TREATMENT APPROVED DATE DESCRIPTION APPROVED DATE =INSPECTION DIM ID 31-Mar-16 Q'TY Sheet 1 OF 1 CLASS D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 56: Regulatory Statements

    Note The country code selection is for non-USA models only and is not available to all USA models. Per FCC regulations, all WiFi product marketed in the USA must be fixed to USA operational channels only. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 57 Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements ISED établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 58 Max. Output Power (EIRP) Frequenzband Max. Output Power Fréquence bande(s) Consommation d’énergie max. Bandas de Frecuencia Potencia máxima de Salida Frequenza/e Potenza max. Output Frequentie(s) Max. Output Power 2.4 G 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz 100 mW D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 59 υλικολογισμικό του προϊόντος είναι διαθέσιμα για λήψη από τη σελίδα του προϊόντος στην τοποθεσία www.dlink. com. Par les présentes, D-Link Corporation déclare que ce produit, ces accessoires et ce logiciel sont conformes aux Français [French] directives 2014/53/UE.Le texte complet de la déclaration de conformité de l'UE et le icroprogramme du produit sont disponibles au téléchargement sur la page des produits à...
  • Page 60 2014/53/EU. Pełen tekst deklaracji zgodności UE oraz oprogramowanie sprzętowe do produktu można pobrać na stronie produktu w witrynie www.dlink.com. Desta forma, a D-Link Corporation declara que este produto, os acessórios e o software estão em conformidade Português [Portuguese] com a diretiva 2014/53/UE. O texto completo da declaração de conformidade da UE e do firmware...
  • Page 61 Appendix B - Regulatory Statements Hér með lýsir D-Link Corporation því yfir að þessi vara, fylgihlutir og hugbúnaður eru í samræmi við tilskipun Íslenska [Icelandic] 2014/53/EB. Sækja má ESB-samræmisyfirlýsinguna í heild sinni og fastbúnað vörunnar af vefsíðu vörunnar á www.
  • Page 62 Access Points unterstützen die Funktionen DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) und TPC (Transmit Power Control) wie erforderlich bei Betrieb auf 5 GHz innerhalb der EU. • Bitte schlagen Sie im Handbuch oder Datenblatt nach nach, ob Ihr Gerät eine 2,4 GHz und / oder 5 GHz Verbindung nutzt. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 63 5 Ghz dentro de la UE. • Por favor compruebe el manual o la ficha de producto para comprobar si el producto utiliza las bandas inalámbricas de 2.4 GHz y/o la de 5 GHz. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 64 Toegangspunten ondersteunen DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) en TPC (Transmit Power Control) functionaliteit zoals vereist bij gebruik in 5 GHz binnen de EU. • Raadpleeg de handleiding of de datasheet om te controleren of uw product gebruik maakt van 2.4 GHz en/of 5 GHz. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 65 • Halten Sie das Produkt von Heizkörpern und anderen Quellen fern, die Wärme erzeugen. • Trennen Sie das Produkt immer von der Stromzufuhr, bevor Sie es reinigen und verwenden Sie dazu ausschließlich ein trockenes fusselfreies Tuch. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 66 • Mantenga el producto alejado de los radiadores y de otras fuentes de calor. • Desenchufe siempre el producto de la alimentación de red antes de limpiarlo y utilice solo un paño seco sin pelusa. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 67 • Houd het product uit de buurt van radiators en andere warmtebronnen. • U dient het product steeds los te koppelen van de stroom voordat u het reinigt en gebruik uitsluitend een droge pluisvrije doek. D-Link DCS-936L User Manual...
  • Page 68 D-Link designs and builds its products to be as environmentally friendly as possible, by using recyclable, low toxic materials in both products and packaging. D-Link recommends that you always switch off or unplug your D-Link products when they are not in use. By doing so you will help to save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
  • Page 69 D-Link et l’environnement Chez D-Link, nous sommes conscients de l'impact de nos opérations et produits sur l'environnement et nous engageons à le réduire. Pour limiter cet impact, D-Link conçoit et fabrique ses produits de manière aussi écologique que possible, en utilisant des matériaux recyclables et faiblement toxiques, tant dans ses produits que ses emballages.
  • Page 70 D-Link zijn producten zo milieuvriendelijk mogelijk, door het gebruik van recycleerbare producten met lage toxiciteit in product en verpakking. D-Link raadt aan om steeds uw D-Link producten uit te schakelen of uit de stekker te halen wanneer u ze niet gebruikt. Door dit te doen bespaart u energie en beperkt u de CO2-emissies.
  • Page 71 D-Link a životní prostředí Ve společnosti D-Link jsme si vědomi vlivu našich provozů a výrobků na životní prostředí a snažíme se o minimalizaci těchto vlivů. Proto své výrobky navrhujeme a vyrábíme tak, aby byly co nejekologičtější, a ve výrobcích i obalech používáme recyklovatelné a nízkotoxické materiály.
  • Page 72 D-Link produkter som er så miljøvennlig som mulig, ved å bruke resirkulerbare, lav-toksiske materialer både i produktene og forpakningen. D-Link anbefaler at du alltid slår av eller frakobler D-Link-produkter når de ikke er i bruk. Ved å gjøre dette hjelper du å spare energi og å redusere CO2-utslipp.
  • Page 73 D-Link sine produkter, så de er så miljøvenlige som muligt, ved at bruge genanvendelige materialer med lavt giftighedsniveau i både produkter og emballage. D-Link anbefaler, at du altid slukker eller frakobler dine D-Link-produkter, når de ikke er i brug. Ved at gøre det bidrager du til at spare energi og reducere CO2-udledningerne.
  • Page 74 D-Link och miljön På D-Link förstår vi och är fast beslutna att minska den påverkan våra verksamheter och produkter kan ha på miljön. För att minska denna påverkan utformar och bygger D-Link sina produkter för att de ska vara så miljövänliga som möjligt, genom att använda återvinningsbara material med låg gifthalt i både produkter och förpackningar.

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