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Setting up an IP-based security camera is a simple process. The network cameras are simply video cameras that connect to the IP network through an Ethernet cable instead of traditional analog cables. Once it is on the network the camera can be controlled and monitored from any computer that is connected to the internet. Using this type of infrastructure gives the user a lot of flexibility when it comes to set up and scalability.
If you ever wondered why you're children are always bruised when left with the nanny, now you can watch your kids get beaten to a pulp while you're sitting at a cubicle twiddling your thumb. It's the same setup whether you are just watching your home through a single camera set up, a small shop owner with a couple indoor and outdoor cameras, or a giant corporation. The infrastructure and management just gets a little more complicated with more cameras.
To start, determine if you want a wireless or a wired camera. This is actually an obvious choice for some because wireless just sounds so much cooler. Remember that a wireless security camera still might need to be plugged into the wall socket if that is the cameras power source. The wired camera requires an Ethernet cable to run from the camera or the receiver unit if separate to your router or computer depending on your set up.
If you are planning to use the camera for outdoor purposes it might be beneficial to get a wireless but remember the limitations of the range can become an issue with thick walls or metal objects. And it will help simplify things if the transmitter is built-in with the camera, as most models are anyways.
Transmission of video feed is actually pretty bandwidth intensive, even low quality video. Your network needs to be at least 56 mbps for a single camera and possibly more if there will be more cameras on the same network. Most standard DSL or cable services will support a camera or two for the purpose of monitoring a home.
You can talk to your internet provider about your network capabilities although I must note that standard DSL should cut it. When talking to your provider, remember not to let them up-sell you stuff you don't need.
Once you have everything ready setup is pretty standard. If it's a wired camera you just need to keep in mind what your limitations are with the Ethernet cable. For both wired and wireless, figure out where you want to mount it and how it is going to be powered.
Plug the power cable into the wall; plug in the Ethernet cable to your computer; and install the software that came with your camera. It'll walk you through a few steps basically just click yes a bunch of times. Once this is complete, unplug the Ethernet cable if you have a wireless and mount the camera where you want as long as it is within range of your wireless router and has access to a power source.
If you ever wondered why you're children are always bruised when left with the nanny, now you can watch your kids get beaten to a pulp while you're sitting at a cubicle twiddling your thumb. It's the same setup whether you are just watching your home through a single camera set up, a small shop owner with a couple indoor and outdoor cameras, or a giant corporation. The infrastructure and management just gets a little more complicated with more cameras.
To start, determine if you want a wireless or a wired camera. This is actually an obvious choice for some because wireless just sounds so much cooler. Remember that a wireless security camera still might need to be plugged into the wall socket if that is the cameras power source. The wired camera requires an Ethernet cable to run from the camera or the receiver unit if separate to your router or computer depending on your set up.
If you are planning to use the camera for outdoor purposes it might be beneficial to get a wireless but remember the limitations of the range can become an issue with thick walls or metal objects. And it will help simplify things if the transmitter is built-in with the camera, as most models are anyways.
Transmission of video feed is actually pretty bandwidth intensive, even low quality video. Your network needs to be at least 56 mbps for a single camera and possibly more if there will be more cameras on the same network. Most standard DSL or cable services will support a camera or two for the purpose of monitoring a home.
You can talk to your internet provider about your network capabilities although I must note that standard DSL should cut it. When talking to your provider, remember not to let them up-sell you stuff you don't need.
Once you have everything ready setup is pretty standard. If it's a wired camera you just need to keep in mind what your limitations are with the Ethernet cable. For both wired and wireless, figure out where you want to mount it and how it is going to be powered.
Plug the power cable into the wall; plug in the Ethernet cable to your computer; and install the software that came with your camera. It'll walk you through a few steps basically just click yes a bunch of times. Once this is complete, unplug the Ethernet cable if you have a wireless and mount the camera where you want as long as it is within range of your wireless router and has access to a power source.
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