How to connect TP-Link wireless IP camera to router wireless

Before you can configure wireless camera to connect to your router wirelessly, you need to get the following information first. Usually you can find them on your wireless router. If you don’t know how to get it, please contact the representative of your wireless router. The SSID, or the network name of your wireless router Wireless security settings on your wireless router. After gather the information above, you can follow the steps below to configure the camera.   Step 1 Using an Ethernet cable to connect the camera to the LAN port of the wireless router first. We need wired connection to configure the router at the very beginning.   Step 2 On a desktop or laptop which is connected to the same wireless router,...

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PTZ Configuration Guide for TurboView Systems

This guide assumes that the PTZ camera is showing video; if it is not, double check your video and power connections or call 866-241-3400. For a PTZ camera to be able to be controlled by a DVR, the camera and controller MUST be speaking the same language (Called "protocol") and speed (called "baud rate"). The two must be physically connected using two-conductor wire running from the RS485+ and - ports on the DVR to the camera. Lastly, the DVR must be sending signals using the correct camera address. Technical Support Is Available Should any step of this guide fail or should you require additional assistance please contact technical support at 866-241-3400. How to connect your PTZ Camera to a TurboView System Step 1 Begin by verifying the connection from the camera...

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PTZ Camera Controller Setup

Configure PTZ Camera First, following these setup instructions to configure the PTZ camera.  This link will open up a new window so that you can easily return to this page to continue with the controller setup when you are done. Configure PTZ Camera Controller Next, configure the camera controller by following these setup instructions. 1. If you have not already done so, connect the video output of the PTZ camera (BNC connection) to your DVR or video monitor.  2. Run the other end of your RS 485 cable to the PTZ controller and attach as seen below. *Note: The positive terminal on the controller is on the left.  3. Adjust the protocol and baud rate switches on your controller to match the pitcure below. Switches...

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PTZ Camera wiring and setup with DVR (no controller)

Before You Install The Camera: Test it out!  Do not install the PTZ in its final location until you have tested the power, video signal and functionality (Panning, Tilting, and Zooming) of the PTZ.  It’s much easier and less time consuming to troubleshoot connectivity issues before you do your run than after. Setting up Video & Power: You’ll need the PTZ, the 24V power supply that came with your PTZ, a DVR and a coaxial cable with female BNC adaptors on each end and a very small flathead screwdriver to get started. 1)      Connect your PTZ to Channel 1 on your DVR via the coaxial cable. 2)      Using the very small flathead screwdriver, loosen the positive and negative...

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How to configure IP Camera Remote Access

Remote access is often a key factor when choosing a security camera. The ability to monitor a location remotely is a huge benefit for most and is often the main reason for selecting an IP camera. However, the act of setting up remote access can often be very confusing for non-technical users and can lead to difficulty. The process is actually very simple but does require some explanation. Remote Access Steps: 1: Basic Camera Networking2: Gather the right information3: Set a static IP address4: Setup Port Forwarding5: Testing6: Dynamic IP Addresses7: Safety concerns - This is all safe… right?8: Troubleshooting 1: Basic Camera Networking Firstly we need to cover the basic setup of an IP camera. Most people will connect their IP...

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How to Remote Camer Security over the internet or network

What is the difference between local and Internet / remote network surveillance? Local network surveillance uses applications or web browsers over a Local Area Network (LAN) to access video from network-enabled video devices. The video signals are not transmitted over the Internet, and there is no special setup required.   A LAN is a group of associated computers and devices which generally shares one connection to the Internet. In the figure above, the DVR system and IP camera on the left are connected to the LAN. The computer and laptop on the right are connected to the same LAN through the same router, so they can both access video from the devices on the left without having to connect over the Internet. Devices can share...

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How to Connect & Use a Remote Video Security Camera

Installing a security camera can mean peace of mind. A network camera lets homeowners monitor areas inside and out of their homes and grounds, transmitting live images of the chosen site that they can watch from any computer that has Internet access. Installing a security camera is simple, as long you pay attention to your user manuals. Your security camera's instructions will guide you in setting up an IP address for your camera feed. According to Home Security Guru, a web resource for home security: "Understanding basic home security best practices could mean the difference between keeping your home safe and becoming...

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Configuring an Access Point as a Wireless Bridge

Linksys Wireless-G Access Points can be configured as an Access Point, Access Point Client, Wireless Repeater, and Wireless Bridge. The Wireless Bridge mode will turn the access point into a wireless bridge. Wireless clients will not be able to connect to the access point in this mode. NOTE: When an access point is configured as a wireless bridge, it will link a wireless network to a wired network allowing you to bridge two networks with different infrastructure. NOTE: When the WAP54G access point is set to wireless bridge mode, it will only communicate with another Linksys Wireless-G Access Point (WAP54G).  To configure an access point as a wireless bridge, you need to perform three steps: Checking the Wireless MAC...

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Wireless Bridges Point-to-Point Link Configuration

Introduction This document describes how to establish a point-to-point wireless link with the use of Cisco Aironet Wireless Bridges with Cisco LEAP authentication. Prerequisites Requirements Ensure that you have basic knowledge of these topics before you attempt this configuration: Configuration of basic parameters on the wireless bridge Configuration of the Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN (WLAN) Client Adapter Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) authentication methods Components Used The information in this document is based on these software and hardware versions: Two Aironet 1300 Series Wireless Bridges that run Cisco IOS® Software Release 12.3(7)JA firmware Two Aironet...

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