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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. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic

guidelines:

1. Minimize the number of walls and ceilings between your adapter and other network devices (such as your

Network Camera) - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters).

2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle

appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle, it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. Position

your devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better

reception.

3. Building Materials make a dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may weaken the wireless signal. Try

to position your access points, wireless routers, and other networking devices where the signal passes through

drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (sh

tanks), mirrors, le cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.

4. Keep your product at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters away from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF

noise.

5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or other radio frequency sources (such as microwave ovens), your

wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz 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.

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