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10 7. Appendix

7.1 Frequently Asked Questions

SkyIPCam310 Features

Q: What is a Network Camera?
A: The Network Camera (Internet Camera) is a standalone system connecting directly to an
Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network. It is different from the conventional PC camera, the
SkyIPCam310 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 SkyIPCam310
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 the SkyIPCam310
simultaneously?
A: Maximum number of users that can log onto the SkyIPCam310 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.
Q: What algorithm is used to compress the digital image?
A: The SkyIPCam310 utilizes the JPEG image compression technology providing high quality
images for users. JPEG is adopted since it is a standard for image compression and can be
applied to various web browser and application software without the need to install extra
software.

SkyIPCam310 Installation

Q: Can the SkyIPCam310 be used out-doors?
A: The SkyIPCam310 is not weatherproof. It needs to be equipped with a weatherproof case to
be used outdoors and it is not recommended.
Q: What network cabling is required for the SkyIPCam310?
A: The SkyIPCam310 uses Category 5 UTP cable allowing 10 Base-T and 100 Base-T
networking.
Q: Can the SkyIPCam310 be setup as a PC-cam on the computer?
A: No, the SkyIPCam310 is a network camera used only on Ethernet and Fast Ethernet
network.
Q: Can the SkyIPCam310 be connected on the network if it consists of only private IP
addresses?
A: The SkyIPCam310 can be connected to LAN with private IP addresses.
Q: Can the SkyIPCam310 be installed and work if a firewall exists on the network?
A: If a firewall exists on the network, port 80 is open for ordinary data communication.
However, since the SkyIPCam310 transmits image data, the default port 8481 is also required.