Observer Setup Utility

The Observer Setup Utility can be used to manually configure the camera’s network settings. It may be necessary to use the setup utility to manually assign an IP address for your camera if your network does not support DHCP. The utility is also very helpful for finding all the cameras on your network.

Note: The Observer Setup Utility must be run from a PC on the local area network where the camera to be set up is located.

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Refresh List Finds all cameras that are currently powered on and connected to the LAN and update the list.

Login Opens the home page of the currently selected camera.

Set Apply the changes you’ve set to the selected camera.

Step 1. Click Start -> Programs -> Veo -> Observer Setup Utility or click the desktop icon to run the program. The screen on the left appears. The utility finds all the cameras on the local network and shows their MAC addresses in the list.

Your PC’s network settings are shown here. Since your PC should be connected to the same LAN as the camera you are trying to set up, it will have almost the same network settings as the camera. Only the last three digits of the IP address should be different.

Step 2. Click on your camera’s MAC address in the list. The camera’s current network settings appear on the right side.

Note: The camera’s MAC address can be found on a sticker attached to the bottom of the camera.

5.1 Manually Assigning a Static IP Address

If your camera fails to obtain an address automatically by DHCP or you simply wish to ensure that the IP address of a certain camera remains unchanged, you will need to assign a static IP address.

Note: Before you assign a static address to a camera, make sure no other device on your network is configured to use the same address. If you aren’t sure if a particular address is in use, ping the address and check to see if there is any response. For help using PING, refer to Appendix C.2:

Using PING.

Step 1. Select the Static option.

Step 2. Enter the IP address you wish to use. Make sure the first three sections are the same as the PC and that the last three digits don’t conflict with any other device on the network.

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Veo 802.11b manual Observer Setup Utility, Manually Assigning a Static IP Address, Using Ping
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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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