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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 browser 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 materials and background Radio
Frequency (RF) noise in your home or business and the
configuration setting of your network environment.
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.
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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?
A: The Wireless Internet Camera can be connected to LAN with
private IP addresses.
Q: Can the Wireless Internet Camera be installed and work if a
firewall exists on the network?
A: If a firewall exists on the network, port 80 is open for
ordinary data communication. However, since the Wireless
Internet Camera transmits image data, the default port 8481 is
also required. Therefore, it is necessary to open port 8481 of the
network for remote users to access the Wireless Internet Camera.
