TRENDnet TVIP600 manual Appendix, Frequently Asked Questions, Internet Camera Features

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Appendix

A. Frequently Asked Questions

Internet Camera Features

Q:What is an Internet Camera?

A:An Internet Camera is a stand-alone system connecting directly to an Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network and supported by the wireless transmission based on the IEEE 802.11g standard. It is different from the conventional PC camera, the camera is based on 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 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 are allowed to access the Camera simultaneously?

A:The maximum number of users that can log onto the Camera at the same time is 64. Please keep in mind the overall performance of the transmission speed will slow down when many users are logged on at the same time.

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

A:The Camera utilizes JPEG image compression technology, providing a high quality image for users. JPEG has been adopted as it is a standard for image compression and can be applied to a variety of web browsers and software applications, avoiding the need to install additonal application software.

Q:Can I change the wireless antenna attached to the Camera?

A:The wireless antenna can be changed for a variety of reasons, such as extending the wireless transmission range. However, please consult and authorized distributor before attempting this as the connectors must use an SMA connector type.

Q:What is the wireless transmission range for the Camera?

A:Generally the wireless signal can reach up to 100 meters indoors and up to 300 meters outdoors. The range is limited by the number of walls, ceilings or other objects that the wireless signals must pass throigh. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background Radio Frequency (RF) noise in your home or business and the configuation setting of your network environment.

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Contents Page Contents Playing Video Files on a Computer TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera About This User’s GuideFeatures and Benefits IntroductionUnpacking the Package System Requirements NetworkingDefault Settings Default configuration settings UsernameLED Indicators Camera Hardware ComponentsFront Panel Components Front panel of TV-IP600/WRear Panel view of TV-IP600/W Rear Panel ComponentsEthernet Installing the Camera Attach the Metal PlateConnect Power and Power On Camera Connect Ethernet CableReset Camera Security Application Installing the SetupWizard Using the UtilitySetupWizard TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Launching the SetupWizard Page Page Page ƒ PPPoE ƒ Fixed IPPage Page ƒ Click Next to proceed to the next setup window Page Page Page SetupWizard- Camera Restart TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera SetupWizard- Complete Using the Camera Web Manager Accessing the Camera Video DisplayLogin Web Configuration UtilityAdministration System menu in Administration directoryEthernet Status System StatusSystem Status display Device Status Video Status Video Status displayWireless Status for TV-IP600W only Wireless Status displayNetwork Status Network Status displayActive Users Active Users displaySystem Configuration System Setting menuOFF Video Settings Video Settings menuTV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Wireless Setup for TV-IP600W only Wireless Configuration menuTV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Wireless Interface Wireless Interface menuTV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Encryption Wireless Encryption menuAscii input format HEX input formatTV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Advanced Setting Advanced Setting menuNetwork Settings Network Setup menusFixed IP DynamicAddress PPPoEUser User menu User Access ControlUser Access Control menu TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Define Users Define Users menuDelete User Delete User menuDate/Time menu Date/Time Setting Date/TimeIP Address ProtocolUpload Upload menuTV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera FTP Server FTP Server menuTV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Time Schedule Time Schedule menuManual Operation Manual Operation menuMail Mail menuTV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Mail Account Mail Account settingsTV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Time Schedule TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Manual Operation Mail Manual Operation settingsFTP Server Test Mail TestFTP Server Test menu Test FTP Server Mail Test menu Test E-mailReset Factory ResetReset menu Reset Device Factory Reset menu Reset to Factory SettingsFirmware Upgrade Firmware Upgrade menuRestore Device Configuration From File BackupBackup Settings menu Backup Device Configuration to File About About menuView Image ActiveX and Java Mode Viewing VideoUploading/E-mailing Video Upload Image and E-mail Image ControlsAdjusting the Viewing Angle Camera Control ButtonsStoring Positions Swinging the CameraIPView Pro Launching IPView Pro 2.0 for the first timePage TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera IPView Pro 2.0 User Interface Below is a general description of the user interfaceTV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Display Controls Snapshot, recording and audio controlsLaunch IPCamPlayer to To add a camera Camera configuration with IPView ProAdding a Camera Removing a Camera Click Create Template to make a new schedule Schedule Recording with IPView ProCreate Schedule Templates Setup Motion Detection and Digital Input with IPView Pro Page Page Playing Video Files on a Computer Load Saved Video Files IPCamPlayer User InterfacePlay Video Files Install ffdshow FfdshowTV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Http//ffdshow.en.softonic.com Appendix Frequently Asked QuestionsInternet Camera Features Page Ping your IP Address TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Troubleshooting A2.2 Click the Network Connections icon as shown below TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera TV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera Time Zone Table Time Zone Location/Description 100 Adjusting Internet Camera Focus Technical Specifications Camera GeneralSmtp Security Limited Warranty TV-IP600/TV-IP600W YearsTV-IP600/W Wireless Network Camera 107