11th Jun 2012
What is NAT loopback?
Suppose you’ve set up an IP camera that you want to access from anywhere across the internet and have an external IP address or dynamic DNS address…
18th May 2011
How to play audio from an Axis IP camera without Internet Explorer
Listening to sound from an IP camera can be a headache when using a web browser other than Internet Explorer (IE). Most camera manufacturers create…
14th Dec 2010
Some important facts and tips about Security Cameras and minimum illumination
When considering which security camera to purchase, the minimum illumination level is often one of the most important specifications to keep an eye…
23rd Feb 2010
Dynamic DNS with Panasonic's Viewnetcam.com
To access your camera over the internet you need to know the IP address of your external internet connection this is known as your public IP addres…
18th Feb 2010
How to set up email (SMTP) settings on Axis IP cameras
IP cameras can send you email notifications on alarm or at scheduled intervals, but to do this they require access to a SMTP server to send the ema…
17th Feb 2010
What is a Network Port and why do I need one?
Note: NW does not recommend the use of port forwarding, except in
certain specific scenarios where it may be required and where other
security…
16th Feb 2010
How to set up remote access for IP cameras
Note: NW no longer recommends the use of port forwarding as technology has moved on and new access methods have become available.
Remote access i…
12th Feb 2010
What are the differences between HD and megapixel cameras?
Over the last year, there has been an explosion in the number of manufacturers offering megapixel IP cameras, with many reaching over 3-megapixel.…
12th Feb 2010
Axis Internet Dynamic DNS Service
Note: NW no longer recommends the use of port forwarding.
IP security cameras allow you to view your home or business from anywhere in the world…
19th May 2009
Do you mentally background your business's security system?
Is yours a 'Most Businesses' business?
Most businesses these days have some form or other of CCTV security or surveillance system on the premises.…
18th May 2009
What is a P-Iris?
Note: IP camera lens technology has moved on since the publication of this article. However, P-Iris lenses remain in use.
P-iris is an automa…
1st May 2009
How to set up a personal FTP server for use with an IP camera's image transfer function
Note: NW no longer recommends the use of the insecure FTP protocol. If image transfer is required consider using a video management system. If FTP…