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Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in this User Guide? Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Introduction Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure Modes Network Layout Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Camera LCD Screen and Built-in Microphone Camera LEDs Camera Head Camera Ports Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera for Setup Overview Connection to a Wired Network for Setup Connection to a Wireless Ad-Hoc Net
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 8: Setting up the Linksys SoloLink™ DDNS Service Overview Introduction Setup Wizard for the SoloLink DDNS Service SoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras Chapter 9: Using the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera’s Web-based Utility Overview How to Access the Web-based Utility View Video Setup Help Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera List of Figures Figure 3-1: Camera LCD Screen and Built-in Microphone Figure 3-2: Camera LEDs Figure 3-3: Camera Head Figure 3-4: Camera Ports Figure 4-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable Figure 4-2: Connect the Power Adapter Figure 5-1: Setup Wizard - Welcome Screen Figure 5-2: Connection for Setup Screen Figure 5-3: Cameras Found Screen Figure 5-4: Login Screen Figure 5-5: Basic Settings Screen Figure 5-6: Network Settings Screen Figure 5-7: IP Settings Screen Figure 5-
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Figure 6-6: Setup Complete Screen Figure 6-7: Viewer & Recorder Utility Icon Figure 6-8: Main Screen Figure 6-9: Find Camera from LAN Screen Figure 6-10: Camera Added Successfully Screen Figure 6-11: Find Camera from Internet Screen Figure 6-12: Change Settings Screen Figure 6-13: Delete Camera Screen Figure 6-14: Confirm Deletion of Camera Screen Figure 6-15: View Video Screen Figure 6-16: Recording Icon Screen Figure 6-17: Scheduled Recordings in Progress Screen Figure 6-
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Figure 7-11: Registration Summary Screen Figure 7-12: Registration Complete Screen Figure 7-13: Intamac Monitoring with Registered Camera Screen Figure 8-1: SoloLink Access ID Card Figure 8-2: SoloLink Welcome Screen Figure 8-3: SoloLink for Dynamic IP Address Screen Figure 8-4: SoloLink for Convenience Screen Figure 8-5: Check Connections Screen Figure 8-6: Cameras Found Screen Figure 8-7: Login Screen Figure 8-8: SoloLink DDNS Screen Figure 8-9: Confirm Active Internet Co
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Figure 9-4: Web Utility Login Screen Figure 9-5: Basic Screen Figure 9-6: Confirmation Screen Figure 9-7: WEP Key Settings Screen Figure 9-8: Image Screen Figure 9-9: Password Screen Figure 9-10: Users Screen Figure 9-11: Add/Modify User Screen Figure 9-12: Intamac Monitoring Screen Figure 9-13: SoloLink DDNS Screen Figure 9-14: New User Registration Screen Figure 9-15: Password Request Screen Figure 9-16: Manage Your SoloLink DDNS Account Figure 9-17: Device Removal Screen
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Internet Video Camera. This Camera sends live video through the Internet to a web browser anywhere in the world! This compact, self-contained unit lets you keep an eye on your home, your kids, your workplace—whatever’s important to you.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera What’s in this User Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Camera’s applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network This chapter discusses a few of the basics about wireless networking. • Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera This chapter describes the physical features of the Camera.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera • Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix discusses security issues regarding wireless networking and measures you can take to help protect your wireless network. • Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware This appendix explains how you can upgrade the Camera’s firmware. • Appendix D: Windows Help This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing the TCP/IP protocol.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Introduction A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers and other devices, such as peripherals, in a WLAN share the same frequency channel and SSID, which is an identification name for wireless devices.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Camera will also communicate with network adapters, such as the Wireless-B and Wireless-G Notebook Adapters (model numbers WPC11 and WPC54G) for your laptop computers, Wireless-B and Wireless-G PCI Adapters (model numbers WMP11 and WMP54G) for your desktop PCs, and Wireless-B and Wireless-G USB Adapters (model numbers WUSB11 and WUSB54G) for your computers when you want to enjoy USB connectivity.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Camera LCD Screen and Built-in Microphone The Camera has a LCD screen that indicates the Camera’s current IP address and whether it is a fixed or dynamic address. If the Camera uses a fixed IP address, then the screen will display the word “FIXED.” If the Camera uses a dynamic IP address, then the screen will display the word “DHCP.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Camera Ports Figure 3-4: Camera Ports The Camera features three ports and a Reset button on the bottom panel. POWER The POWER port is where you will connect the power adapter. MIC IN The MIC IN port is where you will connect the 2.5 mm input jack of your external microphone (optional). ETHERNET The ETHERNET port is where you will connect the Ethernet network cable. RESET The RESET button is what you will press if you need to reset the Camera.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera for Setup Overview Before you set up the Camera, connect it to a wired or wireless network. Proceed to the appropriate section for your setup. If you need to move the Camera from a wired network to a wireless network, or vice versa, go to this section, “Moving the Camera to a Different Network.” Connection to a Wired Network for Setup 1. Attach the antenna. 2.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 3. Connect the power adapter to the Power port on the Camera. 4. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet. The Camera’s Ready LED flashes while the Camera is initializing. The Camera is ready for use when the Ready and Wireless LEDs are solidly lit. Proceed to “Chapter 5: Setting up and Mounting the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 5: Setting up and Mounting the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Setup Wizard The Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation and configuration procedure. 1. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the Welcome screen should appear. If it does not, click the Start button and choose Run. In the field provided, enter D:\wvc54g.exe (if “D” is the letter of your CD-ROM drive).
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 4. This screen displays a list of Wireless-G Internet Video Cameras on your network, along with the status information for the Camera whose name is highlighted. In the Selection box, click the name of the Camera you are currently installing. Write down the IP address of the Camera, so you can use it to access the Webbased Utility later. Click the Next button. Figure 5-3: Cameras Found Screen 5.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 7. If your network has a DHCP server, such as a router with DHCP enabled, click the Automatic ConfigurationDHCP radio button. If you need to assign a static IP address to the Camera, keep the default setting, Static IP address. Then click the Next button. Figure 5-6: Network Settings Screen 8. If you selected Automatic Configuration-DHCP in step 7, then proceed to step 9. If you selected Static IP Address, then the IP Settings screen will appear.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 9. The Mode Setting screen will appear. Click the Infrastructure radio button if you want the Camera to communicate using an access point or wireless router. Click the Ad-Hoc radio button if you want the Camera to communicate without using an access point or wireless router. Click the Next button. Figure 5-8: Mode Settings Screen 10. The Wireless Settings screen will appear, so you can change the wireless settings. Enter your wireless network’s SSID or network name.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 11. The Security Settings screen will appear. If your network has WEP encryption enabled, then select the level of WEP encryption and enter a Passphrase. If you want to manually enter a WEP key, leave the Passphrase field blank, and enter the WEP key in the Key 1 field. If your network doesn’t have WEP encryption disabled, keep the default, Disabled. • WEP. To enable WEP encryption, select 64-Bit Keys or 128-Bit Keys from the drop-down menu. Then enter a Passphrase.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 13. If you want to save the new settings, click the OK button. If you want to cancel your changes, click the Cancel button. Figure 5-12: Confirmation Screen 14. After the files have been successfully copied, the Congratulations screen will appear. • Install Viewer & Recorder Utility. Click this button to install the Camera’s Utility on your PC. • Intamac Camera Monitoring. Click this button to set up the Intamac Camera Monitoring Service. • Setup SoloLink DDNS Service.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Placement Options There are three ways to place the Camera. The first way is to place the Camera horizontally on a surface, so it sits on four small rubber feet. The second way is to stand the Camera vertically on a surface. The third way is to hang the Camera on a wall. The second and third options are explained in further detail below. Stand Option 1. The Camera includes a Camera Desktop Stand. Insert the bottom end into the Stand. 2.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 6: Installing and Using the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Viewer & Recorder Utility Overview This chapter will instruct you on how to install and use the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Viewer & Recorder Utility on your PC. The Utility allows you to easily view and record the Camera’s video.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 3. The Choose Destination Location screen will appear. To install the Viewer & Recorder Utility files in the default folder, click the Next button. To select a different folder, click the Browse button and follow the on-screen directions. 4. The Select Program Folder screen will appear. To add program icons to the default folder, click the Next button. If you wish, you can rename the default folder.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Using the Viewer & Recorder Utility After the Viewer & Recorder Utility has been installed, the Viewer & Recorder Utility icon will be displayed in two locations, one on your desktop and one in the system tray of your desktop’s taskbar. There are two ways to open the Viewer & Recorder Utility: • Double-click the icon on your desktop (the icon acts as a shortcut) • Right-click the icon in the system tray, and then click Main Program.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Find To find a Camera on your local network or the Internet, click the Find button. There will be two tabs available, LAN and Internet. LAN The LAN screen shows the Cameras found on your local area network, along with the status information for each Camera. Cameras on LAN Figure 6-9: Find Camera from LAN Screen The Utility will search for Cameras on the local area network and display a list in the Cameras on LAN box. To run a new search, click the Refresh button.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Internet The Internet screen shows the Camera found on the Internet, along with the status information for it. Test Results First, go to the Camera Info section. Enter the Camera’s Address, Port Number, and login information (if required). Then click the Test button to find the Camera. The following information will be displayed: Camera Info Camera Name. The name you gave to the Camera. Figure 6-11: Find Camera from Internet Screen Description.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera For the selected Camera, the following information will be displayed: Camera Info Camera Name. The name you gave to the Camera. Description. The information about the Camera that you entered. Address. The Camera’s IP address or your SoloLink DDNS address. Port Number. The port number the Camera uses for communication. Login. If you set up the Camera with a name and password, then enter them here to access the Camera. Name. Enter the login Name. Password.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera View To view the video seen by a Camera, select the Camera by clicking its name in the Camera List box, and then click the View button. If you want to view video from a different Camera, return to the Utility’s main screen. Select this Camera from the Camera List, and click View. Repeat this step for all the Cameras whose video you wish to view. This screen provides six buttons: • Play button (triangle) - Click this button to view video.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera You may find it helpful to know how much memory is required to hold a video recording. The following tables list estimated bit rates and file sizes for a recording at each available resolution and quality level. The first table shows estimates for a typical video recording, while the second table shows estimates for an audio/video recording.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Estimated Hard-Drive Memory Space Required for Audio/Video Recording per Hour Resolution Quality Level Bit Rate File Size 640 x 480 Very High 900kbps 340MB 640 x 480 High 700kbps 210MB 640 x 480 Normal 500kbps 160MB 640 x 480 Low 200kbps 140MB 640 x 480 Very Low 40kbps 130MB 320 x 240 Very High 900kbps 480MB 320 x 240 High 500kbps 380MB 320 x 240 Normal 300kbps 270MB 320 x 240 Low 120kbps 240MB 320 x 240 Very Low 40kbps 230MB 160
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Scheduled Recordings in Progress From the Scheduled Recordings in progress section, you can schedule recordings, alter the recording preferences, and access recording files. Recordings The recordings listed here are scheduled ones that are currently in progress. Camera Name. The name you gave to the Camera doing the recording. Start Time. The time the recording began. Files To play, delete, or explore recording files, click the Files button.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Delete To delete a recording file, select it by clicking its Name, and then click the Delete button. Explore If the recording file you want is not listed, click the Explore button to find the file. To rename a recording file, click the Explore button. After you have found the file, you can rename it. Snapshots A window displays the available SnapShot folders. The name of each folder is the MAC address of the Camera that took that folder’s snapshots.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Schedule To view or modify the recording schedule, click the Schedule button. The Recording Schedule screen shows the current recording schedule and each recording’s information. Camera Name. The name of the Camera. Date. The date of the recording. Time. The start time of the recording. Frequency. How often the recording will occur. Add To schedule a new recording, click the Add button. Figure 6-22: Recording Schedule Screen Camera.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Duration. Alter the number of hours and minutes you want this recording to last. When you are finished, click the Save button. Delete To delete a scheduled recording, select it by clicking its Camera Name, and then click the Delete button. Stop To terminate a scheduled recording that is currently in progress, select it by clicking its Camera Name, and click the Stop button.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 7: Setting up the Intamac Camera Monitoring Service Overview This chapter will briefly discuss the Intamac Camera Monitoring Service and explain how to set up your Intamac account. You need only one Intamac account. Once you have set up your account, you can register additional Cameras, one at a time, through each Camera’s Web-based Utility. This way you can have multiple Cameras monitoring your chosen property.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 2. The About the Intamac service screen explains the benefits of using the Linksys Camera(s) and Intamac Camera Monitoring Service to monitor your property. Click the Next button. Figure 7-2: About the Intamac Service Screen 3. The 30 Day Free trial offer screen describes the 30-day free trial of the Intamac Camera Monitoring Service. Click the Next button.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 4. Make sure your network has an active Internet connection. Verify that your PC and Camera are connected to the network and the Camera is configured properly. Click the Next button. Figure 7-4: Confirmation Page Screen 5. The next screen will display a list of Wireless-G Internet Video Cameras on your network and their status information. In the Selection box, click the name of the Camera you are currently setting up. Click the Next button.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 6. To ensure security, you will be asked to enter a user name and password before you can access the Camera. If you have not changed the Camera’s user name and password, then enter admin in the User name and Password fields (admin is the default). Then click the OK button. Figure 7-6: Login Screen 7. Your web browser will automatically start up, and the Intamac Camera Monitoring screen of the Camera’s Web-based Utility will appear. Click Set up new account.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 8. Complete the entries on the account details screen. All fields marked with an asterisk are required. NOTE: Your privacy is important to Intamac, which is registered and complies with the legislation of the UK Data Protection Act. If you agree with the terms and conditions of your agreement with Intamac, select I accept. You can choose to receive product and service information from Intamac or other companies. Then click Continue. Figure 7-8: Account Details Screen 9.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 10. On the login details screen, create a memorable Member ID (user name) and password, which you will use to log in to your Intamac account. Then enter a security question and your answer. The security question and answer will be used to remind you of your password, should you forget it. Click Continue. Figure 7-10: Login Details Screen 11. On the registration summary screen, review the information. If it is correct, click Complete Registration.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 12. On the registration complete screen, click Update your camera to configure the Camera for your Intamac account. Figure 7-12: Registration Complete Screen 13. On the Intamac Camera Monitoring screen of the Camera’s Web-based Utility, you will now see a 10-digit number in the Intamac Device ID field. Select Enabled for the Monitoring option. Then click the Apply button. Setup of your Intamac Camera Monitoring Service account is complete.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 8: Setting up the Linksys SoloLink™ DDNS Service Overview This chapter will briefly discuss the Linksys SoloLink DDNS Service, explain how to set up your SoloLink account, and describe how to register additional Cameras on your SoloLink account. You need only one SoloLink account. Once you have set up your account, you can register additional Cameras, one at a time, through each Camera’s Web-based Utility.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 2. The first screen explains why you would want to use the SoloLink DDNS Service if your network is using a dynamic IP address. Click the Next button. Figure 8-3: SoloLink for Dynamic IP Address Screen 3. The second screen explains why you would find the SoloLink DDNS Service convenient if you would prefer to access the Camera using a name rather than a series of numbers (its IP address). Click the Next button.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 4. Make sure your network has an active Internet connection. Verify that your PC and Camera are connected to the network and the Camera is configured properly. Click Next. Figure 8-5: Check Connections Screen 5. This screen will display a list of Wireless-G Internet Video Cameras on your network and their status information. In the Selection box, click the name of the Camera you are currently setting up. Click Next.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 6. To ensure security, you will be asked to enter a user name and password before you can access the Camera. If you have not changed the Camera’s user name and password, then enter admin in the User name and Password fields (admin is the default). Then click OK. Figure 8-7: Login Screen 7. Your web browser will automatically start up, and the SoloLink DDNS screen of the Camera’s Web-based Utility will appear. Click New User ? - Click here to Register.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 8. The screen will ask you to make sure your network has an active Internet connection. Click Continue. Figure 8-9: Confirm Active Internet Connection Screen 9. On the Welcome to the SoloLink DDNS Service screen, click Set up a NEW Account.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 10. On the Sign Up screen, enter the Access ID for your free trial offer. It is provided on the Promotion Card included with the Camera. Then enter your account and user information. Enter a Username and Password for your account. Enter the Password again in the Confirm Password field. Select the country you live in, and enter your e-mail address. You can also choose to receive updates by e-mail. Then click Continue. Figure 8-11: Sign Up Screen 11.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 12. On the Select a Location ID screen, enter a Location ID, which can be a name describing your network’s location. It will be combined with the Camera’s Device Name and ourlinksys.com to create a convenient URL you can use to access the Camera. Click Continue. Figure 8-13: Select a Location ID Screen 13. On the Confirm your Location ID screen, verify that the Location ID is correct. Then click Continue.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 14. Read the Terms of Service agreement on the Verification screen. Click Create Account to accept the terms of service. Figure 8-15: Verification Screen 15. On the Create Links screen, click Continue. The SoloLink DDNS Service will send your account information to the Camera.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 16. A pop-up screen will inform you that you have successfully registered your account. Click OK. Then at the bottom of the SoloLink DDNS screen, click the Apply button to register the Camera with your account. Figure 8-17: Successful Registration Screen 17. A confirmation page will display the link or address you will use to access the Camera and the port number the SoloLink DDNS Service will use to find the Camera. Click Continue.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 18. A pop-up screen will inform you that you have successfully set up the SoloLink DDNS Service for the Camera. Click OK. NOTE: Make sure you set up the port forwarding feature on your network router, so the SoloLink DDNS Service will be able to access the Camera. Figure 8-19: Successful Setup Screen 19. Set up port forwarding on your network router, so the SoloLink DDNS Service will be able to track the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera. Go to www.linksys.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera SoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras After you have set up your SoloLink account, you can add more Cameras to your SoloLink account using each Camera’s Web-based Utility. Follow these instructions for each Camera you add: 1. To access a Camera’s Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer, and enter the Camera’s IP address in the Address field. (The default IP address is 192.168.1.115.) Then press Enter. 2. The Welcome screen will appear. Click the Setup tab.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 4. Click the SoloLink DDNS tab. 5. In the Username, Password, and Your Domain fields, enter your SoloLink account information. 6. In the Device Name field, give the Camera a unique name. The DDNS service will not work if multiple Cameras have the same Device Name. 7. In the WAN Port field, enter a unique port number. This is the number of the port you will use to access the Camera remotely.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 9: Using the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera’s Web-based Utility Overview Use the Camera’s Web-based Utility to access and alter its settings. This chapter will describe each webpage in the Utility. The Utility can be accessed via the web browser of a computer connected to the Camera. How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the Utility, launch Internet Explorer, and enter the Camera’s IP address in the Address field. (The default IP address is 192.168.1.115.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 3. A screen will appear showing you the video from the Camera. NOTE: To view video using a web browser, you must use Internet Explorer version 5.5 or higher. The View Video feature will not work with Netscape. Netscape users should use the Viewer & Recorder Utility instead. Setup Click the Setup tab on the Welcome screen to alter the Camera’s settings. A login screen will pop up. (Windows XP users will see a similar screen.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Basic The Basic screen allows you to alter the Camera’s settings, including the network and wireless configuration. Device Settings Firmware Version. The version number of the firmware currently installed is displayed here. Firmware should only be upgraded from the Help screen if you experience problems with the Camera. Visit www.linksys.com to find out if there is updated firmware. MAC Address. The MAC Address of the Camera is displayed here. Device ID.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Network Type. Select the network’s mode, Infrastructure or Ad-hoc. Channel No. If the Camera is set to ad-hoc mode, select its channel setting from the drop-down menu. Security. To use WEP encryption, click the Enable radio button. You will be asked to confirm that you want to enable wireless security for the Camera. Click the OK button. Then click the Edit Security Settings button. For more information, go to the “Security Settings” section.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Image The Image screen allows you to alter the Camera’s video settings. Video Settings Resolution. Select the resolution you want for viewing or recording the Camera’s video. Select 640*480 for the highest resolution, 320*240 for medium resolution, or 160*120 for the lowest resolution. Image Quality. Select the level of quality you want for viewing or recording the Camera’s video. The range varies from Very Low to Very High.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera NOTE: Video quality and/or performance may be affected by the number of users connected to the Camera. Adjustments Brightness. Select Automatic if you want the Camera to adjust the brightness level automatically. Select Manual if you want to adjust the brightness level on this screen. Then increase or decrease the brightness using the arrow buttons. Red, Green, and Blue. Adjust the level of red, green, or blue using the arrow buttons.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Users The Users screen allows you to designate access rights for Camera users. User Access Allow access by. The default is All users. If you keep the default setting, then all users will be allowed to view the Camera’s video. If you select Only users in database, then only the users you enter in the database will be allowed to view the Camera’s video. They will be asked to log in using their user name and password whenever they request access to the Camera’s video.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Intamac Monitoring The Intamac Monitoring screen allows you to set up and configure your Intamac Camera Monitoring Service. You can set up your service and Camera(s) so that when a Camera senses motion, you can have alarm images sent to your phone and alerts sent to friends and family. If you have already set up your Intamac account, then you can use this screen to register additional Cameras.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera SoloLink DDNS The SoloLink DDNS screen allows you to set up and configure your SoloLink DDNS Service. DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) lets you assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. If you have already set up your SoloLink account, then you can use this screen to register additional Cameras. For instructions, go to the “SoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras” section on the following page.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Status Registration Status. The status of the Camera’s registration is displayed here. To use the SoloLink DDNS service for the Camera, it must be registered with your SoloLink DDNS account. Address Update Status. The status of the most recent DDNS service update is displayed here. You will be informed if the username and password authentication has been successful, as well as if the dynamic IP address has been updated. Last Update Attempt.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 3. In the WAN Port field, enter a unique port number. This is the number of the port you will use to access the Camera remotely. If you need to find an available port, click Find Available Port and follow the on-screen instructions. The DDNS service will not work if multiple Cameras use the same WAN port. 4. Depending on how often you want the DDNS service to update the dynamic IP address, select the appropriate time interval from the DDNS Service Update drop-down menu.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Status The Status screen allows you to view the Camera’s status information and log. Status Firmware Version. The version number of the firmware currently installed is displayed here. Firmware should only be upgraded from the Help screen if you experience problems with the Camera. Visit www.linksys.com to find out if there is updated firmware. MAC Address. The MAC Address of the Camera is displayed here. Camera Name. The name you gave to the Camera is displayed here.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Options The Options screen allows you to alter the Camera’s audio setting, e-mail alert features, UPnP configuration, and Alternate Port settings. NOTE: When Intamac Camera Monitoring has been enabled on the Camera, a new set of defaults are applied. These defaults are optimised for the monitoring service, so they enhance the way the Camera sends captured motion, and make it possible for the Camera to generate alerts more quickly.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Motion Detection Sensitivity. You have a choice of motion sensitivity levels for the Camera. Select the appropriate level from the drop-down menu. You can also specify where the Camera should monitor for motion. The Camera’s field of view is split into nine sections. Click the checkbox for each section you want monitored. Click the Select All button if you want the entire viewing area to be monitored. Click the Clear All button if you want to delete all checkmarks.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Acrobat Portable Document File (.pdf) format, so you will need Acrobat Reader to view this pdf. If you do not have the Acrobat Reader, click the Adobe website link to download it. Restore Factory Defaults. To restore the Camera’s factory default settings, click the Restore Defaults button. NOTE: When you restore the Camera’s factory defaults, you will lose the settings you have saved previously. Firmware. New firmware versions are posted at www.linksys.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com/international. Common Problems and Solutions 1.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 4. I’m not able to play my recording video files. Make sure you have Microsoft Windows Media Player 7 or higher. If you don’t, you can download the latest version from www.microsoft.com. 5. When I view the video, it seems blurry. Adjust the Camera’s focus by rotating its dark gray focus ring. 6. I don’t hear any audio coming from the Camera. Follow these instructions until your problem is solved: • Make sure that your computer speakers are powered on. • Click Start.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 12. I want to set up an account with the SoloLink DDNS Service, but I can’t access the SoloLink website to sign up. Make sure the Camera is properly configured on your local network. Then check to see if your PC and Camera are properly connected and your network has an active Internet connection. 13. When I view video remotely via the Internet, the video is very slow. Video performance is greatly affected by your Internet connection speed.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 17. On the Status screen of the Camera’s Web-based Utility, I see this message in the System Log, “NTP server:no server suitable for synchronization found.” This message indicates that the Camera is unable to locate the Network Time Protocol (NTP) server to synchronize its time setting. The Camera will automatically try again.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Do I need to install the Linksys Viewer and Recorder Utility? Installation is optional. You can view video using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher. If you don’t want to use the recording function, then you don’t need to install the Viewer and Recorder Utility. Where can I find more information about the Linksys SoloLink DDNS Service? You can go to www.linksys.com/sololink for more information. Can I specify who gets to view the Camera’s video? Yes.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera What IEEE 802.11g features are supported? The product supports the following IEEE 802.11g functions: • CSMA/CA plus Acknowledge protocol • OFDM protocol • Multi-Channel Roaming • Automatic Rate Selection • RTS/CTS feature • Fragmentation • Power Management What is ad-hoc mode? When a wireless network is set to ad-hoc mode, the wireless-equipped computers are configured to communicate directly with each other.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Appendix B: Wireless Security Linksys wants to make wireless networking as safe and easy for you as possible. The current generation of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require specific action on your part for implementation. So, keep the following in mind whenever you are setting up or using your wireless network.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 1. Disable Broadcast 2. Make it unique 3. Change it often Most wireless networking devices will give you the option of broadcasting the SSID. While this option may be more convenient, it allows anyone to log into your wireless network. This includes hackers. So, don’t broadcast the SSID. Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set by the factory. (The Linksys default SSID is “linksys”.) Hackers know these defaults and can check these against your network.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware NOTE: Linksys recommends that you upgrade the Camera’s firmware within your network; in other words, use a computer within the Camera’s local network. If you attempt to upgrade the Camera’s firmware from a remote location—using a computer outside of the Camera’s local network—the upgrade will fail. The Camera's firmware is upgraded through the Web-based Utility's Help tab. Follow these instructions: 1. Go to Linksys’s website at www.linksys.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Appendix D: Windows Help Almost all wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix. TCP/IP Before a computer can communicate with an access point or router, TCP/IP must be enabled. TCP/IP is a set of instructions, or protocol, all PCs follow to communicate over a network.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Appendix E: Glossary 802.11a - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 5GHz. 802.11b - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz. 802.11g - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps, an operating frequency of 2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with 802.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Buffer - A shared or assigned memory area that is used to support and coordinate different computing and networking activities so one isn't held up by the other. Byte - A unit of data that is usually eight bits long Cable Modem - A device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which in turn connects to the Internet. CSMA/CA (Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Avoidance) - A method of data transfer that is used to prevent data collisions.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera DTIM (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) - A message included in data packets that can increase wireless efficiency. Dynamic IP Address - A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server. EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) - A general authentication protocol used to control network access. Many specific authentication methods work within this framework.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera IEEE (The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) - An independent institute that develops networking standards. Infrastructure - A wireless network that is bridged to a wired network via an access point. IP (Internet Protocol) - A protocol used to send data over a network. IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network. IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) - Frequency transmission that separates the data stream into a number of lower-speed data streams, which are then transmitted in parallel to prevent information from being lost in transit. Packet - A unit of data sent over a network. Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Software - Instructions for the computer. A series of instructions that performs a particular task is called a “program”. SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) - Market segment of professionals who work at home or in small offices. SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) Firewall - A technology that inspects incoming packets of information before allowing them to enter the network. Spread Spectrum - Wideband radio frequency technique used for more reliable and secure data transmission.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera UDP (User Datagram Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that does not require acknowledgement from the recipient of the data that is sent. Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload - To transmit a file over a network. URL (Uniform Resource Locator) - The address of a file located on the Internet.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Appendix F: Specifications Standards IEEE 8011.b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.3, 802.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Record File Format ASF Brightness Auto/Manual Adjustment Audio G.726 8K Dimensions (W x H x D) 85 mm x 155 mm x 80 mm (3,35" x 6,10" x 3,15") Unit Weight 0,24 kg (8,5 oz.) Power 5V DC, External Certifications FCC Operating Temp. 0ºC to 40ºC (32ºF to 104ºF) Storage Temp.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Appendix G: Warranty Information Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of three years (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Your exclusive remedy and Linksys' entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates. This limited warranty extends only to the original purchaser.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Appendix H: Regulatory Information FCC Statement This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Compliance Information for 2.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera NOTE: If you need any technical documentation, see the “How to Access Technical Documents on www.linksys.com/international” section for more information. The following standards were applied during the assessment of the product against the requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC: • • • Radio: EN 300.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera This product may be used in all EU countries (and other countries following the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below: Ce produit peut être utilisé dans tous les pays de l’UE (et dans tous les pays ayant transposés la directive 1999/5/ CE) sans aucune limitation, excepté pour les pays mentionnés ci-dessous: Questo prodotto è utilizzabile in tutte i paesi EU (ed in tutti gli altri paesi che seguono le direttive EU 1999/5/EC)
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Italy This product meets the National Radio Interface and the requirements specified in the National Frequency Allocation Table for Italy. Unless operating within the boundaries of the owner’s property, the use of this 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN product requires a ‘general authorization’. Please check with http://www.comunicazioni.it/it/ for more details.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Windows XP 1. Double-click the Wireless icon in your desktop’s system tray. 2. Open the Wireless Network Connection window. 3. Click the Properties button. 4. Select the General tab, and click the Configure button. 5. In the Properties window, click the Advanced tab. 6. Select Power Output. 7. From the pull-down menu on the right, select the wireless adapter’s power output percentage. Windows 2000 1. Open the Control Panel. 2. Double-click Network and Dial-Up Connections.
Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Appendix I: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com/international If you experience problems with any Linksys product, you can e-mail us at: In Europe E-mail Address Austria support.at@linksys.com Belgium support.be@linksys.com Denmark support.dk@linksys.com France support.fr@linksys.com Germany support.de@linksys.com Italy support.
