Veo 802.11b Turning the camera on, Determining a Camera’s full IP address using the IP display

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Turning the camera on

Step 4. Press the power button on the front of the camera to turn it on. The button lights up confirming that the camera is powered up.

Step 5. Check that the green Ethernet status LED on the back of the camera is lit indicating a good LAN connection. The LED will blink when there’s activity.

Step 6. Observe the IP address display on the lower left side of the camera.

As soon as you power up your camera you’ll notice that the IP address display starts blinking. This means the camera is searching for an IP address using DHCP. After a few seconds the display stops blinking and shows the last 3 digits of the address it received.

Note: If the display continues to blink for more than a minute, your network may not support DHCP

and you will need to assign an address manually. Refer to Section 5.1: Manually Assigning a Static IP Address for more information on manually assigning an IP address.

At this point the camera is communicating with your network and is ready to be accessed. You’re almost ready to access its home page and begin using the camera. There are two ways to point Internet Explorer to the camera and open its homepage:

1.Install and run the Veo Observer Setup Utility included on the CD-ROM. The Setup Utility will locate cameras on your network automatically. Refer to Chapter 4 if you need help installing the software and Chapter 5 for detailed help with the Setup Utility.

2.Open Internet Explorer and type the camera’s IP address into the address bar.

Determining a Camera’s full IP address using the IP display

Other than the last 3 digits, all devices on a LAN share the same IP address. The portion of the address common to all devices is known as the network address. Most home networks use either 192.168.0 or 192.168.1 for their network address. If you know your network address, you can simply combine it with the 3 digits shown on the camera’s display to determine the complete IP address of the camera. For example, if your

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Contents Ethernet and 802.11b WiFi Network Camera Table of Contents Appendix F Motion Sensor Setup Welcome to the Veo Observer ChapterPackage Contents To connect the camera to your LAN To access cameras from the InternetRequirements To view the camera webWireless Observer Connections Hardware Description and FeaturesAntenna Lens IP Address Display IP Address LCD Connecting the Ethernet cable Camera SetupHardware Setup Observer Connecting the power adapterDetermining a Camera’s full IP address using the IP display Turning the camera onHardware Setup Wireless Observer Wireless Parameter SetupNetwork Settings Mounting the Camera Wall MountingPage Accessing the Camera Usernames and PasswordsQuestions, Troubleshooting, and Technical Support Web Browser AccessGetting an IP address Page Help Live VideoAbout Camera Configuration Camera InformationUser Accounts Appendix a Restoring Factory Default SettingsAdding a New User Account From Motion DetectionSmtp server address SubjectVideo Properties Reset IntervalMessage PC Software Installation License Agreement Screen Using Ping Observer Setup UtilityManually Assigning a Static IP Address Camera Settings Table Open a Camera’s HomeUpdating the Camera’s Firmware Observer Studio PC Application Camera ManagerAdd a Camera Logging into a Camera GroupBrightness Control Camera View ControlsDigital Zoom Control Image InfoSettings Recording a Video Multi-Camera ViewingUsing the Gallery Movie Maker Making or Editing a MovieRemove Music Add a New SceneAdd Background Music Select Scene DurationHomepage Designer Designing a Home Click E-mail Movie To a FriendLinking to Another Set Background Music and choose Publishing the webpage to your Internet Service ProviderEdit Next Page To edit the next page. -or Apply effects to fonts Editing an Image or Animated CharacterAdding Sound Effects to an Animated Character Using Mapi with Microsoft Outlook Configuring your E-mail Program to Send FilesUsing Mapi with Microsoft Outlook Express Using America Online AOL, Hotmail, or Yahoo! MailPage Network Address Translation NAT Accessing Cameras Over the InternetWAN IP Address Word about terminologyDefault Gateway Port ForwardingAccessing Multiple Cameras over the Internet Dynamic Domain Name Service DdnsPage Restoring Factory Default Settings External Microphone To use the external microphone, follow the steps belowUsing Ping Determining your IP Address and Network SettingsNetwork Utilities If there is no response on this address you’ll see Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway Router F5D6230-3 Router Configuration1600 DI-604/DI-614+/DI-624 54g Wireless DSL/Cable Gateway Router F5D7230-4DI-704/704P DI-714 DI-714P+Click Add Custom Service Wired Base Station MN-100 Wireless Base Station MN-500RP614 Web Safe Router MR814 Wireless Router MR314 Cable/DSL Wireless RouterORiNOCO BG-2000 Broadband Gateway SpeedStream 2604 4-Port DSL/Cable RouterSpeedStream 2624 Wireless DSL/Cable Router Checked Internet Explorer Security Settings Wiring the sensor to the camera Motion Sensor SetupMounting the motion sensor to the camera mounting bracket Wire Color Chart Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting, and Technical SupportAlso configured properly. Refer to Appendix D Router Router. Refer to Appendix D Router Configuration for moreRefer to .1 WAN IP Address Performance Issues Technical SupportEstimating Bandwidth ConsumptionTechnical Specifications Veo Observer Network Camera Technical SpecificationsGlossary Term Explanation Relates to camera howSsid Warranty Exclusion of damages Effect of local law

802.11b specifications

The Veo 802.11b is a notable wireless networking standard that emerged in the late 1990s as one of the first widely adopted protocols for local area networks (LANs). Operating in the 2.4 GHz frequency band, 802.11b provided users with the ability to connect to the internet and share resources without the constraints of wired connections.

One of the primary features of 802.11b is its maximum data transfer rate of 11 Mbps, which was impressive at the time of its release. This speed allowed for basic internet usage, file sharing, and general network connectivity. While this might seem slow by today’s standards, it laid the foundation for the rapid evolution of wireless technologies.

Veo 802.11b utilized Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) technology, which enhanced the reliability of the connection by spreading the signal over a wider frequency range. This technique helped to reduce interference, particularly in environments with multiple wireless devices operating on the same frequency. The standard also included mechanisms for ensuring data integrity, such as the use of cyclic redundancy check (CRC) algorithms.

In terms of range, Veo 802.11b offered coverage of approximately 100 to 300 feet indoors, and up to 1000 feet outdoors depending on environmental factors. This range made it suitable for home networks and small office environments, allowing users to access the internet from different locations within a building without the need for cumbersome cabling.

Another characteristic of the 802.11b standard was its compatibility with the earlier 802.11 standard, ensuring that devices using both protocols could operate together. This backward compatibility facilitated a smoother transition for users upgrading their systems, as they could maintain connectivity with older devices while enjoying the benefits of faster wireless networking.

Security was also an important aspect, though initially limited. The standard employed Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) for data encryption, which provided a basic level of security to protect wireless communications. However, as vulnerabilities were discovered in WEP, the need for stronger security protocols became evident, leading to further developments in later standards.

Ultimately, the Veo 802.11b played a pivotal role in revolutionizing wireless communications. It established the groundwork for further advancements such as 802.11g and 802.11n, which provided higher speeds and greater efficiency. While newer standards have since eclipsed its capabilities, 802.11b remains a significant milestone in the evolution of wireless networking technology. Its influence can still be seen in the pervasive use of wireless networks in homes, offices, and public spaces around the world today.
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