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    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. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual i
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    DCH-M225 to Your Router Using WPS......11 QRS Mobile App Setup 13 Web-based Configuration 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 Troubleshooting 45 Wireless Basics 47 What is Wireless
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    Table of Contents Contacting Technical Support 57 Warranty 58 Registration 65 D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual iii
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    Section 1 - Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DCH-M225 Wi-Fi Audio Extender Wi-Fi Configuration Card Quick Install Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 1
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    Requirements 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. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 2
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    home offices or upstairs bedrooms that are distant from your wireless router. The Wi-Fi Audio Extender is also ideal for mobile device connections. Tiny yet powerful, it supports Wireless N speeds up to 300 Mbps. * Maximum wireless affect wireless signal range. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 3
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    Overview What is a Wi-Fi Extender? The DCH-M225 extends the range of an existing wireless network to provide a better signal for parts of your home or office that may have poor or no reception. Your existing wireless signal will be rebroadcast by the extender, allowing you to reach the farthest
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    Audio - The DCH-M225 will expand your audio capabilities. You can simply plug in your DLNA Certified® speakers and you'll be able to stream audio to anywhere within your extended wireless network. The Wi-Fi WMM QoS (Quality of service affect wireless signal range. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 5
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    Blinking Red Blinking Amber Off Description The device is successfully connected to a wireless router or AP. The device is processing a connection after the WPS to a wireless router or access point. The device is not receiving power. Try a different power outlet. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 6
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    DLNA: a. Download and install a DLNA music app. b. Verify that DLNA is enabled on your device. Refer to"Audio Renderer"on page 26. c. Within the app, select the DCH-M225 from the Play to or the destination list. d. Click Play and the music will stream to the extender. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 7
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    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
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    ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), 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 is not in use. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 9
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    Section 2 - Product Setup Recommended Placement A range extender only works as well as the signal it is extending. Therefore, proper placement of your DCH-M225 is important in achieving desired results. ! ! Wireless Router ! ! Ideal Poor location location Ideal Poor location location ! ! Wi-
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    point is with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Refer to your user manual for your router or access 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
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    Wi-Fi Password refer to "Extended Wi-Fi Settings" on page 25. If you would like to connect additional devices, repeat step 6. You also have the option to use WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) to connect wireless devices. Refer to "Connecting to Wireless Clients Using WPS" on page 36. D-Link DCH-M225 User
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    ). Then, enter the Wi-Fi Password also printed on the Wi-Fi Configuration Card (ex: gccnu80856). Wi-Fi Name(SSID): dlink-2c19 Wi-Fi Password: gccnu80856 Web browser link: http://dlinkap2c19.local. Once your mobile device is connected, tap on the QRS Mobile icon. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 13
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    Section 2 - Product Setup Tap Start to continue. QRS Mobile will 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. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 14
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    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 the Web-based configuration utility. To secure your device, you can enter a Password. Tap Next to continue. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 15
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    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. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 16
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    . Wi-Fi Name(SSID): dlink-2c19 Wi-Fi Password: gccnu80856 Web browser link: http://dlinkap2c19.local. 3. Then open a web-browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, 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
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    To establish a connection, you can click on Uplink Router and search 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 configuring your Wi-Fi Audio Extender. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 18
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    device supports WPS (Wi-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. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual
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    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. WPS Button 5. Wait while your DCH-M225 scans for available Wi
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    2 - Product Setup 6. If the wireless network you selected is secure, you will be prompted to enter the Wi-Fi Password. Click Next to continue. 7. The DCH-M225 will rebroadcast the Wi-Fi connection from the uplink router as an Extended Network. Enter an Extended Wi-Fi network name and Extended Wi-Fi
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    . The MAC address is printed on the label on the DCH-M225. Enter your Admin Password. If you did not create a password during the Setup Wizard, leave the Admin Password field blank by default. Click Log In to proceed. The Home screen displays current connection status for devices connected to the
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    -M225 Click to view the details of both the uplink router network and the extended Wi-Fi network. 8 Wi-Fi Clients Click to display a list of clients (devices) currently connected to the DCH-M225. 9 Audio Renderer Click to view the details about the Audio Renderer. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual
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    attempting to join. Save: Click Save to save the settings and return to the Home page. Note: You can also use WPS to connect your wireless devices to the DCH-M225's extended network. For more information refer to "Connecting to Wireless Clients Using WPS" on page 36. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 24
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    : 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. Save: Click Save to save the settings and return to the Home page. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 25
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    to configure the settings for the DCH-M225's audio extending feature, so your music can be streamed wirelessly from a DLNA-certified* DMS device. To access this page from the Home page, click on the Settings drop-down menu at the top of the page, and select Audio Renderer. DLNA Click on the slider
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    IP Address you want to assign to the extended network AP. This address should be outside of the uplink router's DHCP address pool. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask. Gateway Enter the Gateway Address. (Usually this is the IP address Address: of the uplink router.) D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 27
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    DNS If you selected the manual option above, enter the Primary Server: DNS Server address. Secondary DNS If you selected the manual option above, enter the Server: Secondary DNS Server address. This is optional but will provide backup if the Primary DNS server fails. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 28
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    . This is optional Server: but will provide backup if the primary server fails. My IPv6 Select Link-local only to set an IPv6 address for only the Connection is: local network. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the LAN IPv6 Link-Local Address of the DCH-M225. Local Address: D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 29
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    or Graphical CAPTCHA. This provides an extra layer of security by requiring Authentication: 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 to save your settings. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 30
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    Drive: system settings from a file on the local hard drive. Restore to Factory Click Restore to reset the DCH-M225 to factory default Default Settings: settings. This will erase all currently stored settings. Reboot the Device: Click Reboot to reboot the DCH-M225. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 31
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    to find out if there is updated Firmware: firmware. If you discover there is new firmware available, you can download it to your computer. Upgrade Click Select File to locate the firmware file on your local hard Firmware: drive and perform a manual firmware upgrade. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 32
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    for the connection between the DCH-M225 and the uplink router. Extended Click on the Extended Wi-Fi tab to display the statistics for the Wi-Fi: connection between the DCH-M225 and any connected clients. Clear: Click the Clear button to reset the statistics. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 33
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    default.) Note: If you did not create a password, it should be left blank. 3. The configuration interface will open to the Home page. Click on the Settings drop-down menu and select Wi-Fi. Then configure the Wi-Fi network you would like your DCH-M225 to connect to. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 34
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    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. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 35
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    to the DCH-M225 is WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Most wireless devices such as wireless adapters, media players, Blu-ray DVD players, wireless printers and cameras will have a WPS button (or a software utility with WPS) that you can press to connect to the DCH-M225. Refer to the user manual for the
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    -right corner next to the time). 2. A list of available wireless networks will appear. 3. Click the wireless network (SSID) you want to connect to and then click Connect. 4. If the network is secure/encrypted, enter the Wi-Fi password (security key) and click Next. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 37
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    to your wireless network. If you get a good signal but cannot 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. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 38
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    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 D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 39
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    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. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 40
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    connect by pushing the WPS button on the router. 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. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 41
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    using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/ IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 42
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    used. 1. Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 43
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    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. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 44
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    Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DCH-M225. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. 1. Why can't I connect to my wireless router? Why does my wireless connection drop? • Verify that the DCH-M225
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    IP address is 192.168.0.50. When logging in, leave the password field empty. DCH-M225 Input: 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz, 0.3A FCC ID:KA2CHM225A1 IC: 4216A-CHM225A1 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 D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 46
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    cards. Under many circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to use servers, printers or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A Wireless Router is a device used to provide this link. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 47
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    home or office network. Why D-Link Wireless? D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link , and many other outdoor venues. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 48
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    house • Simple and easy to use Small Office and Home Office • Stay on top of everything at home as you would at office • Remotely access your office network from home • Share Internet connection and printer with multiple computers • No need to dedicate office space D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 49
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    on same frequency. Security Don't let you next-door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Secure your wireless network by turning on the WPA or WEP security feature on your router. Refer to product manual for detail information on how to set it up. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 50
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    Basics Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link wireless adapter and have established a wireless connection, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain programs may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 51
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    side and then click View Network Connections. • Right-click on the adapter which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter. • Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP /IPv4) and click Properties. • server from your ISP). • Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 52
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    on Change adapter settings. • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter which will be connected to your network. • Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP server from your ISP). • Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 53
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    generally support both WPA and WPA2. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) provides the easiest way to establish a secure wireless network for home or small wireless devices, from routers to wireless printers and cameras, have a WPS button. WPS enables WPA2 security protocol. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual
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    : Was designed for home and small office networks numeric password or passphrase. The password complicated setup, wireless client when attempting to validate the PIN could make the network vulnerable to attack. Most companies have fixed this issue with updated firmware. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual
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    factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. 2 Frequency Range varies depending on country's regulation D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 56
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    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 customers within Canada: Phone Support: (800) 361-5265 Internet Support: http://support.dlink.ca D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 57
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    the defective Hardware will be refunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link of the defective Hardware. All Hardware or part thereof that is replaced by D-Link, or for which the purchase price is refunded, shall become the property of D-Link upon replacement or refund. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 58
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    the actual purchase price paid that is attributable to the Software. Except as otherwise agreed by D-Link in writing, the customer must obtain a Case ID Number from D-Link Technical Support at https:support.dlink.com, who will attempt to assist the customer dlink.com/. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 59
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    damaged in transit, and the RMA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the package. Do not include any manuals or accessories in the shipping package. D-Link will only replace the defective portion of the product and will not ship back any accessories. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 60
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    , firmware or other products or services provided by anyone other than D-Link; and Products that have been purchased from inventory clearance or liquidation sales or other sales in which D-Link, PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 61
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    notice. Copyright 2014 by D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. CE Mark Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 62
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    installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio available to all US model. Per FCC regulation, all WiFi product marketed in US must fixed to US operation channels firmware setting is not accessible by the end user. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 63
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    non controle. Cet equipement doit etre installe et utilise avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 64
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    Appendix G - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.0 June 11, 2014 D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual 65
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