Internet Camera Features | D-Link DCS-900 instruction

Appendix A

Frequently Asked Questions

Internet Camera Features

Q: What is an 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- 900 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.

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

A:The Internet Camera utilizes JPEG image compression technology providing high quality images. JPEG 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

Version Link DCS-900 Contents Package Contents Supports a Variety of Platforms Features & BenefitsIntroduction Simple to Use Broad Range of Applications Web ConfigurationRemote Monitoring Utility Connections Network Cable ConnectorDC Power Connector Reset Button Bottom Panel view Leds Power LED Attach the Swivel Stand Hardware Installation Security Using the Setup Wizard Using the Setup Wizard Click Restart Web Configuration DCS-900 Configuration Status Help DCS-900 ConfigurationAdvanced Tools Advanced System Manually Assign Camera NameLocation IP Assignment DNS IP Address LED Control Assign Automatically Using Open Second Port Loading ActiveX From Apply/Cancel Installing the DCS-900 Behind a Router Single Camera Installation Assign a Local IP Address for Your Camera Identify Your Camera on the Network Open Second Port For Installing Multiple CamerasAssigning and opening second port in the DCS-900 Router SET-UP and Installation Assigning and Opening Virtual Server Ports Open Virtual Server Ports To Enable Remote Image Viewing Viewing Your Camera Advanced Video Light Frequency Tools AdminPassword with a Important Information User PasswordAdd User User Name IP Address Tools TimeDateTime TimeZone Protocol Status Tools DefaultFactory Reset ActiveX Completing Your Camera Configuration Java IPView Lite Application Installation IPView Lite Application Installation IPViewLite Click Next Click Finish IPView Lite Application Installation IPView Lite IPView Lite Getting Started IPView Lite Getting Started How to Change the PasswordChange Password Changing the IP Address How to Change the IP Address IPView Lite- Getting Started How to Add a Camera IPView Lite Getting Started How to Delete a Camera How to Add/Delete a Camera How to Format the Camera view IPView List Getting Started How to Rotate the Video viewHow to take a Snap-Shot with the Camera How to Stop Recording How to Start Recording General Camera Property Settings General IP Assignment Camera Property Settings IP Assignment DNS Camera Property Settings DNS Image Camera Property Settings Misc, ImageMisc Users Camera Property Settings Users Date/Time Camera Property Settings Date/Time Information Camera Property Settings InformationIPView Getting Started Tools Camera Property Settings ToolsUpgrade Firmware Manual Recording Camera Property Settings RecordingRecording Options Scheduled Recording File Path File Options Menu Bar Menu Bar View List View Menu Bar Camera, Tools Enable Function Account System ConfigurationMenu Bar Tools IPView Lite Getting Started Menu Bar About Networking Configuration IPView Lite Icon Description Context Sensitive Menu Uninstall IPView Application Uninstall IPView Application Can I capture still images from the Internet Camera? Internet Camera FeaturesWhat is an Internet Camera? What algorithm is used to compress the digital image? Cannot access the Internet Camera from a web browser Frequently Asked QuestionsTroubleshooting Internet Camera Installation Why does the LAN LED not light up properly? ƒ Click Start, Setting, Control Panel, and the Network iconWhy does the Power LED not light up constantly? Focus on the Internet Camera is bad, how can I correct it? Noisy images occur. How can I solve the problem? There are no images available through the web browser? Appendix B 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 Camera Lens Adjusting the Camera Focus Adjusting the Camera Focus System Hardware Technical SpecificationsVideo specification Image Video Setting Communication Support Technical SpecificationsEMI & Safety Web Configuration Requirements Tech Support for customers within Canada Contacting Technical SupportTech Support for customers within the United States Warranty and Registration Warranty and Registration Warranty and Registration