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The Image screen allows you to alter the Camera’s video settings.

Video Settings

Resolution. Select the resolution you want for viewing or recording the Camera’s video. Select 320*240 for higher resolution or 160*120 for lower resolution.

Image Quality. The default is Normal. Select the level of quality you want for viewing or recording the Camera’s video. The range varies from Very Low to Very High.

You may find it helpful to know what the bit rates are for video viewing or recording at different resolutions and image quality levels. The following table lists these estimated bit rates.

Estimated Bit Rates for Video Viewing or Recording

Resolution	Quality Level	Bit Rate

320 x 240	Very High	900kbps

320 x 240	High	500kbps

320 x 240	Normal	300kbps

320 x 240	Low	120kbps

320 x 240	Very Low	40kbps

160 x 120	Very High	800kbps

160 x 120	High	400kbps

160 x 120	Normal	200kbps

160 x 120	Low	100kbps

160 x 120	Very Low	40kbps

Power line frequency. Because of how fluorescent lighting flickers, it can affect the quality of the Camera’s video. Select 60 Hz if your fluorescent lighting uses 60 Hz line voltage. Select 50 Hz if your fluorescent lighting uses 50 Hz line voltage.

Chapter 8: Using the Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera’s Web-based Utility

Figure 8-11: Image Screen

NOTE: Video quality and/or performance may be affected by the number of users connected to the Camera.

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use this User Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Web-based UtilityList of Figures Camera LED22 Camera in Wall-Mounting Position 11 Sign Up Screen 15 SoloLink Ddns Screen Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this Guide? Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure Modes Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Layout Planning Your Wireless Network Network Layout Camera Reset Button Camera HeadCamera Ports Camera StandConnection to a Wired Network for Setup OverviewMoving the Camera to a Different Network Setup Wizard Setup Wizard Welcome ScreenConnect the Network Cable to the Camera Screen Power on the Camera Screen Cameras Found Screen 10 Network Settings Screen 13 Wireless Settings Screen 14 Security Settings WPA-Personal Screen 17 Confirm New Settings Screen 18 Congratulations Screen Placement Options Stand OptionWall Mount Option 21 Wall Mount OptionInstalling the Multi-Camera Viewer & Recorder Utility Welcome ScreenInstallShield Wizard Complete Screen Using the Multi-Camera Viewer & Recorder Utility Camera StatusCameras on LAN Add CameraCamera Data Internet Test ResultsRaise or lower the volume Icon FunctionCamera Settings Delete CameraResolution Quality Level Bit Rate File Size Scheduled RecordingsRecorded Files Saved FilesMotion Detection Files Motion Detection SnapshotsRecording Time Frame Utility SettingsDirectory Disk Allocation for RecordingStart Info Setting up the Linksys SoloLink Ddns Service Setup Wizard for the SoloLink Ddns ServiceSoloLink for Dynamic IP Address Screen Check Connections Screen SoloLink Ddns Screen 10 Welcome to the SoloLink Ddns Service Screen 11 Sign Up Screen 12 Confirmation of New Settings Screen 14 Confirm Your Location ID Screen 17 Create Links Screen 19 Account Confirmation of Camera Screen SoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras Click the SoloLink Ddns tab24 SoloLink Ddns Screen How to Access the Web-based Utility Camera’s Default IP AddressView Video To view the image as an image rotated 180º, click this iconSetup Web Utility Login ScreenWireless Settings Device SettingsLAN Settings BasicWireless Security WEPImage Video SettingsResolution Quality Level Bit Rate Estimated Bit Rates for Video Viewing or RecordingAdjustments OptionsRestore Factory Defaults AdministratorLogin Firmware UpgradeUsers User AccessUsers SoloLink Ddns SoloLink DdnsStatus SoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras21 Find Available Port Screen Options Mail AlertOther System Status WirelessStatus NetworkHelp 26 User Help ScreenAppendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsCompact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Frequently Asked Questions Can I view video using a Macintosh or Netscape Navigator?How many users can view the Camera’s video at the same time? What Ieee 802.11g features are supported? Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Figure C-1 Upgrade Firmware Screen Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareShared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Ports Appendix F SpecificationsStandards ProtocolsOperating Temp Unit Weight Lbs .13 kg Power 5V DC External CertificationsRecord File Format Storage TempAppendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information Federal Communication Commission Interference StatementIndustry Canada Software License Agreement Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Need to contact Linksys? Appendix I Contact InformationInformation section in this Guide