Add a Camera

Click the Add button to add a camera to the list. The following window appears:

Note: The information you enter here doesn’t change any of the camera’s settings. This information is kept on your PC allowing you to connect quickly and

easily to any camera without re-entering the URL, port number, username, and password each time. To change a camera’s IP address or port number, use the Observer Setup Utility. To change usernames and passwords, go to the camera’s home page and click Setup.

The default settings will appear in their corresponding boxes. Modify the settings as needed for the camera you wish to connect to.

Camera Label

A label used to help you to remember which camera this is. (12 character maximum)

URL

IP address or domain name for the camera to connect to. (For example 123.45.67.123

 

or yourcameraname.dyndns.org) You don’t need to add http://, it’s done for you.

Web Page Port

Always 80 unless you are accessing multiple cameras over the Internet.

User Name

Your username for this camera.

Password

Your password for this camera.

Remember Password

Uncheck this option if you want to enter your password each time you log in.

OK

Save changes and close window.

Cancel

Discard changes and close.

Note: Usernames and passwords are case sensitive and require 4 to 12 characters. No special characters are allowed (ASCII characters only).

Hint: If you forget the username and password for a camera, you can reset the camera to factory settings by holding down the power button, while the camera is on, for 6 seconds. The default username is admin and the default password is password.

Once you have entered the correct settings, click OK. The Add Camera dialog box closes and the camera’s label appears in the Camera Manager list. Click OK to close the Camera Manager. You are now ready to connect (log in) to the camera.

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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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