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D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual

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Contacting Technical Support ........................................57

Warranty ...........................................................................58

Registration .....................................................................65

Summary of Contents for DCH-M225

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Page 2: ... 2014 D Link All Rights Reserved D Link and the D Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D Link Corporation or its subsidiaries All other third party marks mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners This publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part without prior express written permission from D Link Systems Inc Revision Date Description 1 0 June 11 2014 I...

Page 3: ...figuration Utility 17 Setup Wizard 19 Manual Configuration 22 Home 23 Wi Fi Settings 24 Extended Wi Fi Settings 25 Audio Renderer 26 Network Settings 27 Advanced Settings 27 Maintenance 30 Admin 30 System 31 Upgrade Firmware 32 Statistics 33 Configuring WPA WPA2 Personal 34 Connecting to a Wireless Network 36 Connecting to Wireless Clients Using WPS 36 Windows 8 37 Windows 7 39 Windows Vista 42 Tr...

Page 4: ...iii D Link DCH M225 User Manual Table of Contents Contacting Technical Support 57 Warranty 58 Registration 65 ...

Page 5: ...25 User Manual Section 1 Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents If any of the above items are missing please contact your reseller DCH M225 Wi Fi Audio Extender Wi Fi Configuration Card Quick Install Guide ...

Page 6: ...ion Utility Requirements Computer with the following Windows Macintosh Android or Linux based operating system Wireless adapter or Wi Fi functionality Browser Requirements Internet Explorer 7 or higher Safari 4 or higher Firefox 12 or higher Chrome 20 or higher Windows Users Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed Visit www java com to download the latest version Minimum Requiremen...

Page 7: ... Wi Fi Audio Extender DCH M225 is a portable plug in repeater that lets you extend your existing wireless network It also expands your audio capabilities by allowing you to stream your music library to anywhere within your extended wireless network Just place the extender within equal distance of your wireless router and your wireless client devices This will extend your wireless coverage to hard ...

Page 8: ...tender allowingyoutoreachthefarthest corners of your home or office The extended network can simply use the same network credentials as the existing network or you can specify a different network name and password giving you the flexibility to control network access Note TheDCH M225isintendedtoprovideaconstantnetworkconnection Needlesstosay itdoesnothaveastandbymode Topower down this unit simply u...

Page 9: ...ting wireless network It also allows you to extend your internet access throughout your home with devices such as laptops smartphones and tablets Compact Convenient Design The DCH M225 s compact design is ideal for use at home or at a small office since it does not take up much space It can easily be plugged into a power outlet without blocking other outlets Maximum wireless signal rate derived fr...

Page 10: ... connected to a wireless router or AP Blinking Green The device is processing a connection after the WPS button has been pushed Red Solid Red The device is booting up Blinking Red The device is in recovery mode or it has malfunctioned Amber Blinking Amber The device cannot connect to a wireless router or access point None Off The device is not receiving power Try a different power outlet 1 ...

Page 11: ...M225A1 Model DCH M225A1 CAN ICES 3 B NMB 3 B P N BCHM225LNA A1 S N RZEP1YMXXXXXX H W Ver A1 F W Ver 1 00 DCH M225 Wi Fi Name SSID dlink XXXX Wi Fi Password XXXXXXXXXX 3 2 For Apple Airplay a Open iTunes or the Airplay music app on your iOS device b Click the Airplay icon c Select the DCH M225 from the destination list d Click Play and the music will stream to the extender You may use an Airplay iT...

Page 12: ...Refer to Connect Your DCH M225 to Your Router Using WPS on page 11 QRS Mobile app Use your smartphone or tablet to configure your audio extender Refer to QRS Mobile App Setup on page 13 D Link Setup Wizard Log into the web based configuration utility and launch the Setup Wizard Refer to Setup Wizard on page 19 Manual Setup Configure your DCH M225 using a web browser Refer to Manual Configuration o...

Page 13: ...ee angle a wall that is 1 5 feet thick 0 5 meters appears to be almost 3 feet 1 meter thick At a 2 degree angle it can appear to be over 45 feet almost 14 meters thick Position 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 difference A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on...

Page 14: ... only works as well as the signal it is extending Therefore proper placement of your DCH M225 is important in achieving desired results IdealPlacement Wireless Router Wireless Router Wi Fi Dead Zone For best performance place your DCH M225 in between your router and your dead zone making sure it s placed in a location where the signal is still strong ...

Page 15: ...ccess point to make sure you understand how to enable WPS Once you know follow the steps below Step 1 Find an available outlet near your wireless router Plug in the DCH M225 and wait until the LED starts blinking amber Step 3 Within one minute press and hold the WPS button on the DCH M225 until the LED starts blinking green and then release Allow up to two minutes for the WPS process to complete W...

Page 16: ...ss router or access point Note If you want to change your Wi Fi Network Name SSID and Wi Fi Password refer to Extended Wi Fi Settings on page 25 Step 5 Once connected to your router you can unplug and move the DCH M225 to a location between your wireless router and the area that you need to extend wireless coverage to Extended Network Original Network If you would like to connect additional device...

Page 17: ... for your Android device For iOS For Android Connect to the Wi Fi Network that is displayed on the Wi Fi ConfigurationCardincludedinyourpackage ex dlink 2c19 Then enter the Wi Fi Password also printed on the Wi Fi Configuration Card ex gccnu80856 The DCH M225 can be set up from your iOS or Android smartphone or tablet using the QRS Mobile app Wi Fi Name SSID dlink 2c19 Wi Fi Password gccnu80856 We...

Page 18: ... User Manual Section 2 Product Setup Tap Start to continue QRSMobilewill first detect your DCH M225 then scan for available Wi Fi networks Select the Wireless Network you wish to extend and enter the Password if required ...

Page 19: ...twork Name and Password Or tap to check the box if you would like to keep the existing SSID and password for the extended network Tap Next to continue By default your DCH M225 does not have an admin password for theWeb basedconfigurationutility Tosecureyourdevice youcan enter a Password Tap Next to continue ...

Page 20: ...ed To complete the setup tap Save to save your settings and reboot the device After configuration is complete the following screen will appear You can follow the on screen instructions to change your mobile device and laptop Wi Fi settings to the wireless Network Name and Password you just created ...

Page 21: ...irefox or Safari and enter http dlinkap local Or you can enter the default IP address of the DCH M225 which is 192 168 0 50 OncetheDCH M225connectstoyourrouterusingthedefaultIPaddress itwillbeassignedanewIPaddressbasedonyourrouter network sDHCPsettings You willneedtologintoyourrouterandviewtheDHCPtabletoseewhatIPaddresswasassignedtotheDCH M225 TheMACaddressisprintedonthelabelonthe DCH M225 If you ...

Page 22: ...next page for instructions 5 The configuration interface will open to theHome page If you see the yellow warning icon it means there is not yet a connection or there is a connection error Toestablishaconnection youcanclickonUplinkRouterandsearch for available Wi Fi networks Or click Setup Wizard and proceed to Setup Wizard on page 19 for step by step instructions for connecting to your router and ...

Page 23: ...Fi Protected Setup You will be prompted to press the WPS button on your router or access point Follow the instructions for WPS in Step 3 If your wireless device does not support WPS skip to Step 4 on the next page Click Next to continue Use the SetupWizard to guide you through the process of configuring your DCH M225 From the Home page click on Setup Wizard If you already have a Wi Fi network set ...

Page 24: ...fer to your router or access point s user manual instructions for more information about the WPS process 4 If your wireless device does not support WPS click Select this option if you want to set up your network manually Click Next to continue 5 Wait while your DCH M225 scans for available Wi Fi networks You will see a list of networks found Select the Wi Fi Network you wish to use click Select No...

Page 25: ...Wi Fi network password IfyouwouldliketousethesameSSIDandpasswordasyouruplink router check the box at the bottom of the screen This will extend the network that your router is currently broadcasting Click Next to continue 8 The setup process is now complete A summary page will appear displaying the settings for both the connection to the Wi Fi Network and the Extended Wi Fi network It is recommende...

Page 26: ...teryourAdminPassword Ifyoudidnotcreateapasswordduring the Setup Wizard leave the Admin Password field blank by default Click Log In to proceed Open a web browser e g Internet Explorer Chrome Firefox or Safari and enterhttp dlinkap local Or you can enter the default IP address of the DCH M225 which is 192 168 0 50 Note OncetheDCH M225connectstoyourrouterusingthedefaultIPaddress itwillbe assignedane...

Page 27: ... of the wireless network if connected or to connect to a network if not connected 6 Uplink Router Status Displays the status of your connection to the wireless network you are extending A green check mark indicates a successful connection to your wireless router or access point A red indicates there is no connection or there is a connection error Click the Uplink Router icon to display a list of w...

Page 28: ...nformation refer to Wireless Security Options on page 54 If you select WEP or WPA Personal you will be required to enter the password or security key for the network you are attempting to join ClickSave tosavethesettingsandreturntothe Homepage Wireless Mode Wi Fi Network Name SSID Security Mode Password Save This page lets you configure theWi Fi Network you would like your DCH M225 to connect to U...

Page 29: ...ing Select the type of wireless security you wish to use for the extended network Select None WEP or WPA WPA2 Personal recommended Enter the password or network key that you wish to use for the extended network You can also choose to make the password for the extended network the same as the password for the uplink network ClickSave tosavethesettingsandreturntothe Homepage Wi Fi Name SSID Security...

Page 30: ...the DCH M225 using the device name that is set in the Device Name field below Click on the slider to enable or disable the AirPlay feature When this option is enabled any AirPlay compatible device will be able to find the DCH M225 using the device name that is set in the Device Name field below You can enter a name for your device in this field Other devices on your network that can stream audio t...

Page 31: ...dvanced Settings The Advanced Settings section of the Network Settings page allows you to configure both IPv4 and IPv6 settings that will be used by the DCH M225 s extended network My LAN Connection is IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address SelectwhetheryouwanttheIPtohaveaDynamicIP DHCP or Static IP address Select Dynamic IP to obtain the IP address information automatically from your ISP Internet...

Page 32: ...v6 DNS Servers and enter IPv6 DNS server addresses manually If you selected the manual option above enter thePrimary DNS Server address If you selected the manual option above enter the Secondary DNS Server address This is optional but will provide backup if the Primary DNS server fails Enter the address of the Primary DNS Server Enter the address of the Secondary DNS Server This is optional but w...

Page 33: ...ary DNS Server Select Static IPv6 to manually assign an IP address to the DCH M225 Enter the IPv6 Address that you want to assign to the extended network AP This address should be outside of the uplink router s DHCP address pool Enter the length of the IPv6 subnet prefix Enter the Default Gateway Usually this is the IP address of the uplink router Enter the Primary DNS Server address Enter the Sec...

Page 34: ...top of the page and select Admin Click Save at any time to save any changes you have made Enter an Admin Password for the administrator login Use the slider to Enable Graphical Authentication or CAPTCHA Thisprovidesanextralayerofsecuritybyrequiring users to enter a code that is displayed on the screen This can help prevent unauthorized users from gaining access to your wireless network Click Save ...

Page 35: ... the local hard drive Click Restore to reset the DCH M225 to factory default settings This will erase all currently stored settings Click Reboot to reboot the DCH M225 Save Settings to Local Hard Drive Load Settings from Local Hard Drive Restore to Factory Default Settings Reboot the Device System This page allows you to save or restore the settings for your DCH M225 You can also reset or reboot y...

Page 36: ...ereisupdated firmware Ifyoudiscoverthereisnewfirmwareavailable you can download it to your computer ClickSelectFiletolocatethefirmwarefileonyourlocalhard drive and perform a manual firmware upgrade Firmware Information Check for New Firmware Upgrade Firmware You can check for and upgrade the firmware To access this page from the Home page click on the Management drop down menu at the top of the pa...

Page 37: ...gement drop down menu at the top of the page and select Statistics Statistics Wi Fi Extended Wi Fi Clear Click on the Wi Fi tab to display the statistics for the connection between the DCH M225 and the uplink router Click on the Extended Wi Fi tab to display the statistics for the connection between the DCH M225 and any connected clients Click the Clear button to reset the statistics ...

Page 38: ...r to Wireless Security Options on page 54 If you prefer WPS proceed to Connecting to Wireless Clients Using WPS on page 36 2 Simply click Log In The Admin Password is blank by default Note If you did not create a password it should be left blank 1 Log into the web based configuration by opening a web browser and entering http dlinkap local 3 The configuration interface will open to the Home page C...

Page 39: ... Scan to use the Site Survey to display available wireless networks within range of the DCH M225 Select the one you want to secure 5 Select the security method you would like to use for the selected wireless network WEP WPA WPA2 or None Click Save to save settings ...

Page 40: ...re utility with WPS that you can press to connect to the DCH M225 Refer to the user manual for the wireless client you want to connect to make sure you understand how to enable WPS Once you know follow the steps below Step 2 Within two minutes press the WPS button on your wireless client or launch the software utility and start the WPS process Step 1 Press the WPS button on the DCH M225 for about ...

Page 41: ...konthewirelesscomputericoninyoursystemtray lower right corner next to the time 2 A list of available wireless networks will appear 3 Clickthewirelessnetwork SSID youwanttoconnecttoandthen click Connect 4 If the network is secure encrypted enter the Wi Fi password security key and click Next ...

Page 42: ...annot access the Internet confirm the encryption by reviewing the profile or check the TCP IP settings for your wireless adapter Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information 5 Click either to enable or disable file sharing 6 You will now be connected to your wireless network ...

Page 43: ...2 on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used 1 Click on the wireless icon in your system tray lower right corner 2 The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Wireless Icon ...

Page 44: ...ould like to connect to and click the Connect button If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet check your TCP IP settings for your wireless adapter Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information 4 The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router ...

Page 45: ...sphrase that is on your router and click Connect You can also connect by pushing theWPS button on the router It may take 20 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network If the connectionfails pleaseverifythatthesecuritysettingsarecorrect The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router ...

Page 46: ...lity as seen below Right clickonthewirelesscomputericoninyoursystemtray lower right corner next to the time Select Connect to a network If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble click on the center of the bubble to access the utility or The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Click on a network displayed using the SSID and click the Connect button If you ge...

Page 47: ...iguring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used 2 Highlight the wireless network SSID you would like to connect to and click Connect 1 Open theWindowsVista Wireless Utility by right clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray lower right corner of screen Select Connect to a network ...

Page 48: ...e same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect It may take 20 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network If the connection fails please verify that the security settings are correct The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router ...

Page 49: ...uter 2 Why can t I access the web based configuration utility When entering the IP address of the DCH M225 192 168 0 50 for example you are not connecting to a website nor do you have to be connected to the Internet The device has the utility built in to a ROM chip in the device itself Your computer must be on the same IP subnet to connect to the web based utility Make sure you have an updated Jav...

Page 50: ...not access the configuration unplug the device for 10 seconds and plug back in Wait about 30 seconds and try accessing the configuration If you have multiple computers try connecting using a different computer 3 What can I do if I forget my password If you forget your password you must reset your DCH M225 Unfortunately this process will change all your settings back to the factory default settings...

Page 51: ...elessLANsareusedincreasinglyinbothhomeandofficeenvironments andpublicareassuchasairports coffeeshops and universities Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a...

Page 52: ... transmit data from one point A to point B But wireless technology has restrictions as to how you can access the network You must be within the wireless network range area to be able to connect your computer There are two different types of wireless networks Wireless Local Area Network WLAN and Wireless Personal Area Network WPAN Wireless Local Area Network WLAN In a wireless local area network a ...

Page 53: ...PDAs headphones laptops speakers and other devices that operate on batteries Who uses wireless Wirelesstechnologyasbecomesopopularinrecentyearsthatalmosteveryoneisusingit whetherit sforhome office business D Link has a wireless solution for it Home Gives everyone at home broadband access Surf the web check email instant message etc Gets rid of the cables around the house Simple and easy to use Sma...

Page 54: ... setting up a wireless network Tips Here are a few things to keep in mind when you install a wireless network Centralize your router or Access Point Make sure you place the router access point in a centralized location within your network for the best performance Try to place the router access point as high as possible in the room so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home If you have a two...

Page 55: ...the settings on your router Some firewall software programs may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters Windows 8 Users Press the Windows key and R together Type cmd in the box and click OK At the prompt type ipconfig and press Enter This will display the IP address subnet mask and default gateway of your adapter After you install your new D Link wireless adapter and have established a wi...

Page 56: ... IP address on your router or network Example If the router s LAN IP address is 192 168 0 1 make your IP address 192 168 0 X where X is a number between 2 and 99 Make sure that the number you choose is not in use on the network Set Default Gateway the same as the LAN IP address of your router or gateway Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router or gateway The Secondary DNS is o...

Page 57: ... your network Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 and click Properties Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or LAN IP address on your router or network Example If the router s LAN IP address is 192 168 0 1 make your IP address 192 168 0 X where X is a number between 2 and 99 Make sure that the number you choose is not in u...

Page 58: ...on within the 2 4 to 5GHZ frequency bands WLAN typically provides a connection between wireless devices to the Internet using an AP access point WPA was originally referred to as the draft IEEE 802 11i standard since it became available first and was intended as an intermediate solution pending the availability of a full IEEE 802 11i standard WPA2 was known as IEEE 802 11i 2004 the year it first b...

Page 59: ... phrase WPA Enterprise also known as WPA 802 1X WPA2 Enterprise or WPA2 802 1X Was designed for enterprise networks and requires a RADIUS authentication server The server uses a set of protocols to implement secure access for devices attempting to communicate with the network Although this is a more complicated setup it provides the best security through EAP for Extensible Authentication Protocol ...

Page 60: ...non condensing Power Input AC 110 240V Maximum Power Consumption 5W Certifications Wi Fi Certified FCC CE IC C Tick CSA Dimensions 2 13 x 1 65 x 2 15 54 x 42 x 54 5mm Weight 0 18 lb 81 2 g Warranty 1 Year Limited Warranty 1 Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802 11g and 802 11n specifications Actual data throughput will vary Network conditions and environmental factors includi...

Page 61: ...roduct e g DCH M225 Hardware Revision located on the label on the device e g rev A1 Serial Number s n number located on the label on the device You can find software updates and user documentation on the D Link website as well as frequently asked questions and answers to technical issues For customers within the United States Phone Support 877 453 5465 Internet Support http support dlink com For c...

Page 62: ...er this Limited Warranty will be at D Link s option to repair or replace the defective Hardware during the Warranty Period at no charge to the original owner or to refund the actual purchase price paid Any repair or replacement will be rendered by D Link at an Authorized D Link Service Office The replacement hardware need not be new or have an identical make model or part D Link may at its option ...

Page 63: ...the non conforming Software will be refunded by D Link provided that the non conforming Software and all copies thereof is first returned to D Link The license granted respecting any Software for which a refund is given automatically terminates Non Applicability of Warranty The Limited Warranty provided hereunder for Hardware and Software portions of D Link s products will not be applied to and do...

Page 64: ...ped in accordance with the foregoing requirements or that is determined by D Link not to be defective or non conforming Submitting A Claim Canada The customer shall return the product to the original purchase point based on its return policy In case the return policy period has expired and the product is within warranty the customer shall submit a claim to D Link as outlined below Customers need t...

Page 65: ...ng negligence misuse faultyinstallation lack of reasonable care repair or service in any way that is not contemplated in the documentation for the product or if the model or serial number has been altered tampered with defaced or removed Initial installation installation and removal of the product for repair and shipping costs Operational adjustments covered in the operating manual for the product...

Page 66: ...RITTEN WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES OR REMEDIES EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY Governing Law This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the foregoing limitations and exclusi...

Page 67: ...e equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Caution A...

Page 68: ...vantes 1 le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable et 2 ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum dista...

Page 69: ...k DCH M225 User Manual Appendix G Registration Version 1 0 June 11 2014 Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights Registration ...

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