User manual LINKSYS WVC54G

[. . . ] ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. 2. 4 GHz Wireless-G 802. 11g Internet Video Camera WIRELESS Model No. User Guide WVC54G Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. How to Use this Guide Your guide to the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera has been designed to make understanding networking with the Camera easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this guide: This checkmark means there is a Note of interest and is something you should pay special attention to while using the Camera. This exclamation point means there is a Caution or warning and is something that could damage your property or the Camera. This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you might need to do while using the Camera. In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this: word: definition. Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like this: Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the "List of Figures" section in the "Table of Contents". WVC54G-UG-40420NC JL Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What's in this Guide? 1 1 2 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Introduction Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure Modes Network Layout 4 4 4 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Camera LCD Screen and Built-in Microphone Camera LEDs Camera Head Camera Ports 6 6 6 6 7 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 Network for Setup Moving the Camera to a Different Network 8 8 8 8 9 Chapter 5: Setting up and Mounting the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Setup Wizard Placement Options Audio Option 10 10 16 16 Chapter 6: Installing and Using the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Viewer & Recorder Utility 17 Overview Installing the Viewer & Recorder Utility Using the Viewer & Recorder Utility 17 17 19 Chapter 7: Setting up the Linksys SoloLinkTM DDNS Service Overview Introduction Setup Wizard for the SoloLink DDNS Service SoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras 30 30 30 30 40 Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 8: Using the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera's Web-based Utility Overview How to Access the Web-based Utility View Video Setup Help 42 42 42 42 43 54 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions 56 56 59 Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 62 62 62 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware Appendix D: Windows Help Appendix E: Glossary Appendix F: Specifications Appendix G: Warranty Information Appendix H: Regulatory Information Appendix I: Contact Information 64 65 66 73 75 76 79 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 5-8: Mode Settings Screen Figure 5-9: Wireless Settings Screen Figure 5-10: Security Settings Screen Figure 5-11: Review New Settings Screen Figure 5-12: Confirmation Screen Figure 5-13: Congratulations Screen Figure 5-14: Stand Option Figure 5-15: Camera Desktop Stand Figure 5-16: Wall Mount Option Figure 5-17: Wall-Mount Slots Figure 6-1: Install Viewer & Recorder Utility Screen Figure 6-2: Install Viewer & Recorder Utility - Welcome Screen Figure 6-3: Choose Destination Location Screen Figure 6-4: Select Program Folder Screen Figure 6-5: OCX Plug-in Screen 6 6 6 7 8 8 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14 15 15 16 16 16 16 17 17 18 18 18 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 6-18: Files Screen Figure 6-19: Recorded Files Screen Figure 6-20: Window Showing SnapShot Folders Figure 6-21: Preferences Screen Figure 6-22: Recording Schedule Screen Figure 6-23: Add to Recording Schedule Screen Figure 6-24: Stop Scheduled Recording Screen Figure 6-25: View Video Screen Figure 7-1: SoloLink Service Figure 7-2: SoloLink Welcome Screen Figure 7-3: SoloLink for Dynamic IP Address Screen Figure 7-4: SoloLink for Convenience Screen Figure 7-5: Check Connections Screen Figure 7-6: Cameras Found Screen Figure 7-7: Login Screen Figure 7-8: SoloLink DDNS Screen Figure 7-9: Confirm Active Internet Connection Screen Figure 7-10: Welcome to the SoloLink DDNS Service Screen 18 19 19 20 20 21 21 22 22 23 23 26 26 26 27 27 28 28 29 29 30 30 31 31 32 32 33 33 34 34 Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Figure 7-11: Sign Up Screen Figure 7-12: Confirmation of New Settings Screen Figure 7-13: Select a Location ID Screen Figure 7-14: Confirm Your Location ID Screen Figure 7-15: Payment Screen Figure 7-16: Verification Screen Figure 7-17: Create Links Screen Figure 7-18: Successful Registration Screen Figure 7-19: Account Confirmation of Camera Screen Figure 7-20: Successful Setup Screen Figure 7-21: Port Forwarding Information Figure 7-22: Web-based Utility Welcome Figure 7-23: Web Utility Login Screen Figure 7-24: SoloLink DDNS Screen Figure 7-25: Find Available Port Screen Figure 8-1: Camera's Default IP Address Figure 8-2: Web-based Utility Welcome Figure 8-3: Security Warning Screen Figure 8-4: Web Utility Login Screen Figure 8-5: Basic Screen Figure 8-6: Confirmation Screen Figure 8-7: WEP Key Settings Screen Figure 8-8: Image Screen Figure 8-9: Password Screen Figure 8-10: Users Screen Figure 8-11: Add/Modify User Screen Figure 8-12: SoloLink DDNS Screen Figure 8-13: New User Registration Screen Figure 8-14: Password Request Screen Figure 8-15: Manage Your SoloLink DDNS Account 35 36 36 37 37 37 38 38 39 39 40 40 40 41 41 42 42 43 43 44 45 45 46 47 48 48 49 49 50 50 Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Figure 8-16: Device Removal Screen Figure 8-17: Find Available Port Screen Figure 8-18: Status Screen Figure 8-19: Options Screen Figure 8-20: Administrator Help Figure 8-21: Upgrade Firmware Screen Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware Screen 50 51 52 53 54 55 64 Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Internet Video Camera. [. . . ] If you want text shown on the video, click the checkbox next to Enable. To get additional information about the screen's features, click the Help button. Password The Password screen allows you to change the name and password used for administrator login. Changing the default name and password is recommended to secure access to the Camera's settings. Administrator Login Name. To get additional information about the screen's features, click the Help button. Figure 8-9: Password Screen Chapter 8: Using the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera's Web-based Utility Setup 47 Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Users The Users screen allows you to designate access rights for Camera users. User Access Allow access by. 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. User Database Users are listed in the User Database box. To get additional information about the screen's features, click the Help button. To delete a user, select the user listed in the User Database box, and then click the Delete button. To get additional information about the screen's features, click the Help button. Figure 8-11: Add/Modify User Screen Figure 8-10: Users Screen Chapter 8: Using the Wireless-G Internet Video Camera's Web-based Utility Setup 48 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. NOTE: If you use the Camera's DDNS feature, then you must also configure the port forwarding feature on your network router. Go to www. linksys. com/portfwd for instructions on how to configure a Linksys router. For other routers, refer to your router's documentation. SoloLink DDNS Username. The New User Registration screen will appear, as shown in Figure 8-13. Click the Continue button, or click the Back screen to return to the previous screen. Your web browser will automatically start up, and you will visit a website to set up your SoloLink account. For more information, refer to "Chapter 7: Setting up the Linksys SoloLink DDNS Service, " which will guide you through setup of your SoloLink account. Figure 8-12: SoloLink DDNS Screen The Password Request screen will appear, as shown in Figure 8-14. 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