Conceptronic C54NETCAM, CNETCAM Appendix, Frequently Asked Questions, Internet Camera Features

9. Appendix

9.1. Frequently Asked Questions

9.1.1. Internet Camera Features

Q:What is an Internet Camera?

A:The (Wireless) 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 802.11g standard. It is different from the conventional PC

Camera, the Wireless 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 (Wireless) 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 the (Wireless) Internet Camera simultaneously?

A:Maximum number of users that can log onto the (Wireless) Internet 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.

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

A:The (Wireless) Internet Camera 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 br owser and application software without the need to install extra software.

Q:Can I change the wireless antenna attached to the (Wireless) Internet

Camera?

A:The wireless antenna can be changed for a variety of reasons such as extending the wireless transmission range, however, please consult authorized distributors before attempting as the connectors must be SMA connector type.

Q:What is the wireless transmission range for the (Wireless) Internet Camera?

A:Generally the wireless distance can go 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 through. Typical ranges vary depends on the types of ma terials and background Radio Frequency (RF) noise in your home or business and the configuration setting of your network environment.

9.1.2.Internet Camera Installation

Q:Can the Internet Camera be used out-doors?

A:The (Wireless) Internet Camera 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 (Wireless) Internet Camera?

A:The (Wireless) Internet Camera uses Category 5 UTP cable allowing 10 Base-T and 100 Base-T networking.

Q:Can the (Wireless) Internet Camera be setup as a PC-cam on the computer?

A:No, the (Wireless) Internet Camera is an Internet Camera used only on Ethernet and Fast Ethernet network and supported by wireless transmission.

Q:Can the (Wireless) Internet Camera be connected on the network if it consists of only private IP addresses?