Edimax Technology IC-1000 user manual Frequently Asked Questions, Q1 What is an Internet Camera?

9.Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is an Internet Camera?

A:The Internet Camera is a standalone system connecting directly to an Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network. 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 via a web browser or camera viewer.

Q2: What algorithm is used to compress the digital image?

A:The Internet Camera utilizes JPEG image compression technology to provide high quality images. JPEG is a standard for image compression and can be applied to various web browser and application software.

Q3: Can I capture or record still images from the Internet Camera?

A:Yes, you are able to capture or record still images with the snapshot function from the Camera Viewer application supplied with the Internet Camera CD-ROM.

Q4: What network cabling is required for the Internet Camera?

A:The Internet Camera uses Category 5 UTP Twisted-pair cable allowing 10 Base-T and 100 Base-T networking.

Q5: Can the Internet Camera be setup as a PC-cam on the computer?

A:No, the Internet Camera is used only on Ethernet and Fast Ethernet network.

Q6: Can the Internet Camera be connected on the network if it consists of only private IP Addresses?

A:Yes, the Internet Camera can be connected to a LAN with private IP Addresses.

Q7: The focus on the Internet Camera is bad, how can I correct it?

A1: Adjust the Internet Camera focus manually.

Q8: There are no images available through the web browser.

A1: The Java Applet might be disabled, it usually happens in Windows XP SP2 and Windows Server 2003. If you are viewing the images from Internet Explorer make sure Java Applet has been enabled in

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