30th Sep 2008
Glossary: IP camera ports
Note: NW no longer recommends the use of port forwarding, except in certain specific scenarios where it may be required and where other security mi…
26th Sep 2008
Glossary: Automatic Gain Control (AGC)
In low-light conditions, some IP security cameras use Automatic Gain Control (AGC) to artificially improve their "dynamic range" and produce usable…
17th Sep 2008
Glossary: Progressive Scan
Progressive scan is a technology associated with an IP camera's imaging sensor and is used when transmitting, displaying or storing moving images.…
16th Sep 2008
Glossary: High Power PoE (IEEE802.3at)
Power over Ethernet (PoE) is a technology which allows IP cameras to be powered using the same standard Ethernet cable which carries the data conne…
9th Jul 2008
Glossary: International Protection Rating (IP66, IP65, IP54)
When considering IP cameras or IP camera equipment for outdoor surveillance you may see a number attached to each product such as 'IP66' or 'IP54'…
8th Jul 2008
Glossary: Pan tilt zoom (PTZ)
Pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) is a name given to a type of IP camera where the user can control the movement and position of the lens from a remote location…
7th Jul 2008
Glossary: Privacy Masking
Privacy masking is a feature found in many IP cameras which are used to protect personal privacy by concealing parts of the image from view with a mas…
3rd Jul 2008
How to set up your Panasonic IP Camera on your wireless network
Wireless IP cameras are perfect security devices for your small business or home as they can be placed virtually anywhere where there is a power ou…
30th Jun 2008
How to get an email from your Axis IP camera when motion is detected
This guide explains one of the more popular security features found in IP cameras and that is how to have your camera send you an email when it det…
11th Jun 2008
Glossary: IP Video Recording Software
A standard Internet browser provides adequate viewing for most camera functions when utilising the camera's built-in web interface. This is fine f…
5th Jun 2008
How to get your Axis camera to work on your wireless network
Note: this blog post does not apply to Axis cameras after firmware version 4.xx. It remains visible for information purposes only. See the current…
15th May 2008
How to set up an Axis IP camera using a Mac
Unfortunately, Mac users get a raw deal when it comes to setting up IP cameras as the software supplied to perform the initial setup is always Wind…