D-Link DCS-942L – Enhanced Wireless N IR Network Camera with Night Vision, PIR Sensor, Two-Way Audio, microSD & mydlink Cloud
Overview:
• The D-Link DCS-942L is an Enhanced Wireless N IR Network Camera designed for home and small office monitoring.
• It is a complete standalone network camera with built-in CPU and web server, allowing remote video monitoring without relying on a traditional webcam system.
• The camera supports both 802.11n wireless connectivity and 10/100 Fast Ethernet, giving users flexible wired or wireless installation options.
• Built-in IR LEDs and an IR-cut removable filter provide day/night monitoring, allowing the camera to capture video in low-light or no-light environments.
• The built-in PIR sensor detects motion and can trigger recordings and e-mail alerts for important events.
• H.264, MPEG-4, and MJPEG video streams provide flexible video compression options, with H.264 helping reduce bandwidth usage while maintaining smooth video quality.
• The DCS-942L supports two-way audio through audio features, microSD card storage, mydlink remote access, and D-ViewCam software for multi-camera monitoring up to 32 cameras.
Key Features:
• Enhanced Wireless N IR Network Camera
• Remote monitoring over the Internet
• mydlink™ cloud access support
• Built-in IR-cut removable filter
• IR LEDs for low-light and no-light recording
• IR night vision coverage up to 5 m / 16 ft
• Built-in PIR motion detection sensor
• Motion-triggered recording and e-mail alerts
• Two-way audio support
• Audio out port for external speaker
• microSD card slot for onboard storage
• H.264, MPEG-4, and MJPEG video streaming
• JPEG still image support
• 802.11b/g/n wireless connectivity
• 10/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet port
• WEP/WPA/WPA2 wireless encryption
• WPS button for easy wireless connection
• FTP and e-mail snapshot upload support
• D-ViewCam software support
• Supports up to 32 IP cameras with D-ViewCam
• Built-in CPU and web server
• Administrator and user access protection
• Compact indoor desktop design
Technical Specifications:
• Brand: D-Link
• Model: DCS-942L
• Product Type: Enhanced Wireless N IR Network Camera
• Image Sensor: VGA 1/5” CMOS Sensor
• Video Resolution: 640 × 480 / 320 × 240 / 160 × 120 at up to 30 fps
• Video Compression: H.264 / MPEG-4 / MJPEG
• Still Image Format: JPEG
• Lens Focal Length: 3.15 mm
• Aperture: F2.8
• Minimum Illumination: 1 lux @ F2.8 / 0 lux with IR LED
• IR LED Coverage: Up to 5 m / 16 ft
• Digital Zoom: Up to 4×
• View Angle: 45.3° Horizontal / 34.5° Vertical / 54.9° Diagonal
• Image Control: AGC, AWB, AES
• Video Features: Adjustable Image Size and Quality, Time Stamp, Text Overlay, Flip, Mirror
• Network Interface: 10/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet
• Wireless Standards: 802.11b/g/n WLAN
• Wireless Frequency Range: 2.4GHz to 2.4835GHz
• Wireless Security: WEP / WPA / WPA2
• Antenna: Integrated 2dBi Antenna
• Wireless Transmit Output Power: 16dBm for 11b / 12dBm for 11g / 12dBm for 11n
• SDRAM: 128MB
• Flash Memory: 16MB
• Network Protocols: IPv4, ARP, TCP, UDP, ICMP, DHCP Client, NTP Client, DNS Client, DDNS Client, SMTP Client, FTP Client, HTTP Server, PPPoE, UPnP Port Forwarding, LLTD
• Storage: microSD Card Slot
• Audio Interface: Audio Out Port
• Event Management: PIR Motion Detection, Motion-Triggered Recording, E-mail Alerts, FTP Snapshot Upload
• Remote Access: mydlink™ Website, mydlink iOS and Android Apps
• Software Support: D-ViewCam IP Camera Surveillance Software
• D-ViewCam Capacity: Up to 32 IP Cameras
• Buttons: WPS Button, Reset Button
• Power Input: 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz
• Power Output: 5V DC / 1.2A
• Maximum Power Consumption: 5.5W
• Dimensions with Stand: 65.8 × 65 × 126 mm
• Camera Dimensions Only: 27.2 × 60 × 96 mm
• Weight: 76.9 g without bracket and stand
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
• Storage Temperature: -20°C to 70°C
• Operating Humidity: 20% to 80% RH Non-condensing
• Certifications: FCC Class B, IC, C-Tick, CE
Applications:
• Home indoor monitoring
• Small office surveillance
• Day and night indoor monitoring
• Baby room, living room, reception, or office monitoring
• Motion and PIR-based event detection
• Remote viewing through mydlink
• Local recording to microSD card
• Two-way audio communication
• Snapshot upload to FTP or e-mail
• Multi-camera monitoring using D-ViewCam
• Entry-level wireless security installations
Connect Gates Recommendation:
• Recommended for users who need an indoor Wi-Fi camera with night vision, PIR motion detection, two-way audio, and local microSD recording.
• Suitable for homes, apartments, small offices, reception areas, and basic day/night monitoring requirements.
• Good option when mydlink remote access, e-mail alerts, FTP upload, and D-ViewCam multi-camera management are required.
• For higher resolution, wider coverage, outdoor use, or professional CCTV projects, Connect Gates recommends using newer Full HD IP cameras with NVR recording and structured network infrastructure.
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