D-Link DCS-900W manual Internet Camera Features, What is a Wireless Internet Camera?

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Appendix A

Frequently Asked Questions

Internet Camera Features

Q: What is a Wireless Internet Camera?

A:The Internet Camera is a standalone system connecting directly to an Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network and supported by the wireless transmission based on the IEEE 802.11b standard. It is different from the conventional PC Camera, the Internet Camera is an all-in-one system with built-in CPU and web-based solutions providing a low cost solution that can transmit high quality video images for monitoring. The Internet Camera can be managed remotely, accessed and controlled from any PC/Notebook over the Intranet or Internet via a web browser.

Q: What is the maximum number of users that can be allowed to access DCS- 900W simultaneously?

A:Maximum number of users that can log onto the Internet Camera at the same time is

8. Please keep in mind the overall performance of the transmission speed will slow down when multiple users are logged on simultaneously.

Q: What algorithm is used to compress the digital image?

A:The DCS-900W utilizes MJPEG image compression technology providing high quality images. MJPEG is a standard for image compression and can be applied to various web browser and application software without the need to install extra software.

Q: Can I capture still images from the Internet Camera?

A:Yes you are able to capture still images with the snapshot function from the IPView Lite application supplied with the Internet Camera CD-ROM. You may also use the first page that shows up when you type in the IP Address of the camera. When viewing this page, press the “refresh” button on your web browser to update the image. Please refer to the User’s Guide for detailed information.

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Contents LinkSecuriCam VersionContents Package Contents Features & Benefits 802.11b Wireless or Ethernet/Fast Ethernet SupportIntroduction Simple to UseBroad Range of Applications Web ConfigurationRemote Monitoring Utility EthernetCable Connector DC Power ConnectorReset Button ConnectionsBottom Panel view Power LED LedsHardware Installation Attach the AntennaSecurity Using the Setup Wizard Using the Setup Wizard Click Wizard to begin Using the Setup Wizard Click Link Click Yes DCS-900W Configuration Web ConfigurationDCS-900W Configuration AdvancedTools Status HelpAdvanced System Camera Name LocationIP Assignment Manually AssignAssign Automatically Using DNS IP Address Dynamic DNS Wireless Interface Ascii input formatLED Control HEX input formatLoading ActiveX From Open Second PortApply/Cancel Single Camera Installation Installing the DCS-900W Behind a RouterIdentify Your Camera on the Network Assign a Local IP Address for Your CameraOpen Second Port For Installing Multiple CamerasAssigning and opening second port in the DCS-900W Router SET-UP and Installation Open Virtual Server Ports To Enable Remote Image Viewing Assigning and Opening Virtual Server PortsViewing Your Camera Advanced Video Light Frequency Tools AdminPassword with a User Password Add UserUser Name Important InformationIP Address Tools TimeDateTime Protocol TimeZoneStatus Tools DefaultFactory Reset Completing Your Camera Configuration ActiveXJava IPView Lite Application Installation IPView Lite Application Installation Click Continue Anyway IPViewLite IPView Lite Application Installation IPView Lite IPView LiteIPView Lite How to Change the PasswordChange Password How to Change the IP Address Changing the IP AddressIPView Lite How to Add a Camera IPView Lite IPView Lite- Getting Started How to Add/Delete a CameraHow to Delete a Camera How to Format the Camera view How to Rotate the Video view How to take a Snap-Shot with the CameraHow to Start Recording How to Stop RecordingCamera Property Settings General GeneralCamera Property Settings IP Assignment IP AssignmentCamera Property Settings DNS DNSCamera Property Settings Wireless WirelessImage Camera Property Settings Misc, ImageMisc Camera Property Settings Users UsersCamera Property Settings Date/Time Date/TimeCamera Property Settings Information InformationTools Camera Property Settings ToolsUpgrade Firmware Manual Recording Camera Property Settings RecordingRecording Options Scheduled Recording IPView Lite Getting Started Motion Trigger RecordingFile Options File PathMenu Bar Menu Bar View List View Enable Function Menu Bar Camera, ToolsAccount System ConfigurationMenu Bar Tools IPView Lite Networking Configuration Menu Bar AboutIPView Lite Icon Description Context Sensitive Menu Uninstall IPView Lite Application Uninstall IPView Application Internet Camera Features What is a Wireless Internet Camera?What algorithm is used to compress the digital image? Can I capture still images from the Internet Camera?Frequently Asked Questions TroubleshootingInternet Camera Installation Cannot access the Internet Camera from a web browserWhy does the Power LED not light up constantly? Why does the LAN LED not light up properly?Noisy images occur. How can I solve the problem? Appendix B There are no images available through the web browser?How to Ping your IP Address Time Zone Table Time Zone Table Configuration Xplug Control InstallationInstallation Installation of the X-Plug to a Local PC Click Next Click Yes Adjusting the Camera Focus Camera LensAdjusting the Camera Focus Technical Specifications Video specificationImage Video Setting System HardwareTechnical Specifications EMI & SafetyWeb Configuration Requirements Communication SupportTech Support for customers within Canada Contacting Technical SupportTech Support for customers within the United States Warranty and Registration Warranty and Registration Warranty and Registration