USER MANUAL DCS-932 VERSION 1.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview......................................................... 4 Package Contents.................................................... 4 System Requirements.............................................. 4 Introduction............................................................... 5 Features................................................................... 6 Hardware Overview.................................................. 7 Front View........................
Table of Contents Troubleshooting......................................................... 48 Wireless Basics.......................................................... 50 Networking Basics..................................................... 55 Check your IP address........................................... 55 Statically Assign an IP address.............................. 56 Technical Specifications...........................................
Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • DCS-932 Network Camera • CAT5 Ethernet Cable • Power Adapter • Manual and Software on CD • Quick Install Guide • Camera Stand 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. If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements • Computer with Microsoft Windows® 7, XP®, or Vista® • PC with 1.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-932 Network Camera. The DCS-932 is a versatile and unique solution for your small office or home. Unlike a webcam, the DCS-932 is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU that transmits high quality video images for monitoring. The DCS-932 can be remotely accessed, and controlled using a Web browser over the Intranet or Internet.
Section 1 - Product Overview Features Simple to Use The DCS-932 is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU, requiring no special hardware or software such as PC frame grabber cards. The DCS-932 supports both ActiveX mode for Internet Explorer and Java mode for other browsers such as Firefox® and Safari®. Supports a Variety of Platforms Supporting TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other Internet related protocols.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View IR LED Camera Lens Microphone Power and Link LED D-Link DCS-932 User Manual 7
Section 1 - Product Overview Rear View Ethernet Connector Power Connector Reset WPS LED WPS Button Camera Stand D-Link DCS-932 User Manual 8
Section 2 - Installation Installation Hardware Installation Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the bottom panel of the DCS-932 and attach it to the network. Attach the External Power Supply Attach the external power supply to the DC power input connector located on the bottom panel of the DCS-932 and connect it to your wall outlet or power strip.
Section 2 - Installation 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. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business.
Section 2 - Installation 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.
Section 2 - Installation WPS - Hardware Push Button Setup Alternatively, you may create a WPS connect using the WPS Button on the back of the camera. To create a WPS connection: Step 1 Press and hold the WPS button on the side of the camera for three seconds. The blue WPS status LED above the button will blink. Step 2 Press the WPS button on your router within 60 seconds. The WPS button is usually on the front or side of your router.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration Using the Configuration Menu After completing the Camera Installation Wizard, you are ready to use your camera. The camera’s built-in Web configuration utility is designed to allow you to easily access and configure your DCS-932. At the end of the wizard, click Go To Camera, or enter the IP address of your camera into a web browser, such as Internet Explorer®. To log in, use the User name admin and the password you created in the Installation Wizard.
Section 3 - Configuration DCS-932 Click the ActiveX or Java radio button to view live video. DCS-932 Please make sure that you have the latest version of Java application installed on your computer to ensure proper operation when viewing the video in Java mode. The Java application can be downloaded at no cost from Sun’s web site. (http://www.java.com) When you connect to the home page of your camera, you will be prompted to download ActiveX.
Section 3 - Configuration Live Video ActiveX: For Windows® Users that do not have Java installed, please choose this option to view video streaming on the Home page. DCS-932 Java: For Windows® users that have Java installed, you can also use this for viewing video. Mac users must choose this mode to view video. DCS-932 Setup > Wizard You may choose to configure your network by using the Internet Connection Setup Wizard that includes step-by-step instructions.
