Linksys WVC11B - Wireless-B Internet Video Camera... User manual
A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.
®
Model No.
Internet Video Camera
Wireless-B
WVC11B
User Guide
WIRELESS
GHz
2.4
802.11b
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera
Copyright and Trademarks
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco
Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2003 Cisco Systems, Inc. All
rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
holders.
How to Use this Guide
Your guide to the Wireless-B 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:
In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this:
Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like
this:
Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the “List of Figures” section in the “Table of Contents”.
This exclamation point means there is a Caution or
warning and is something that could damage your
property or the Camera.
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is something you should pay special attention to while
using the Camera.
This question mark provides you with a reminder about
something you might need to do while using the Camera.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this Guide? 2
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4
Introduction 4
Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure Modes 4
Network Layout 4
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 6
Camera LEDs 6
Camera Head 6
Camera Ports 7
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera for Setup 8
Overview 8
Connection to a Wired Network for Setup 8
Connection to a Wireless Ad-Hoc Network for Setup 8
Moving the Camera to a Different Network 9
Chapter 5: Setting up and Mounting the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 10
Setup Wizard 10
Placement Options 16
Chapter 6: Installing and Using the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Viewer
& Recorder Utility 17
Overview 17
Installing the Viewer & Recorder Utility 17
Using the Viewer & Recorder Utility 19
Chapter 7: Setting up the Linksys SoloLink™ DDNS Service 28
Overview 28
Introduction 28
Setup Wizard for the SoloLink DDNS Service 28
SoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras 38
Chapter 8: Using The Wireless-B Internet Video Camera’s Web-based Utility 40
Overview 40
How to Access the Web-based Utility 40
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera
View Video 40
Setup 41
Help 52
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 54
Common Problems and Solutions 54
Frequently Asked Questions 56
Appendix B: Wireless Security 58
A Brief Overview 58
What Are The Risks? 58
Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 65
Appendix D: Windows Help 66
Appendix E: Glossary 67
Appendix F: Specifications 73
Appendix G: Warranty Information 74
Appendix H: Regulatory Information 75
Appendix I: Contact Information 80
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera
List of Figures
Figure 3-1: Camera LEDs 6
Figure 3-2: Camera Head 6
Figure 3-3: Camera Ports 7
Figure 4-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable 8
Figure 4-2: Connect the Power Adapter 8
Figure 5-1: Welcome 10
Figure 5-2: Connection for Setup 10
Figure 5-3: Cameras Found 11
Figure 5-4: Administrator Name and Password 11
Figure 5-5: Basic Settings 11
Figure 5-6: DHCP or Static IP Address 12
Figure 5-7: IP Settings 12
Figure 5-8: Mode Settings 13
Figure 5-9: Basic Settings (Wireless) 13
Figure 5-10: Security Settings 14
Figure 5-11: Security Settings (WEP Key) 14
Figure 5-12: Review New Settings 15
Figure 5-13: Congratulations 15
Figure 5-14: Stand Option 16
Figure 5-15: Wall Mount Option 16
Figure 6-1: Install Viewer & Recorder Utility 17
Figure 6-2: Install Viewer & Recorder Utility Welcome 17
Figure 6-3: Choose Destination Location 18
Figure 6-4: Select Program Folder 18
Figure 6-5: OCX Plug-in 18
Figure 6-6: Setup Complete 18
Figure 6-7: Viewer & Recorder Utility Icon 19
Figure 6-8: Main Screen 19
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Figure 6-9: Find Camera from LAN 20
Figure 6-10: Find Camera from Internet 21
Figure 6-11: Change Settings 21
Figure 6-12: Delete Camera 22
Figure 6-13: View Video 23
Figure 6-14: Recording Icon 23
Figure 6-15: Scheduled Recordings in Progress 24
Figure 6-16: Files 24
Figure 6-17: Preferences 25
Figure 6-18: Recording Schedule 25
Figure 6-19: Add to Recording Schedule 26
Figure 6-20: Modify Scheduled Recording 26
Figure 6-21: Stop Scheduled Recording 27
Figure 6-22: View Video 27
Figure 7-1: SoloLink Service 28
Figure 7-2: Welcome 28
Figure 7-3: SoloLink for Dynamic IP Address 29
Figure 7-4: SoloLink for Convenience 29
Figure 7-5: Check Connections 30
Figure 7-6: Cameras Found 30
Figure 7-7: User Name and Password Login 31
Figure 7-8: SoloLink DDNS 31
Figure 7-9: Confirm Active Internet Connection 32
Figure 7-10: Welcome to the SoloLink DDNS Service 32
Figure 7-11: Sign Up 33
Figure 7-12: Confirmation of New Settings 34
Figure 7-13: Select a Location ID 34
Figure 7-14: Confirm Your Location ID 35
Figure 7-15: Payment 35
Figure 7-16: Verification 35
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Figure 7-17: Create Links 36
Figure 7-18: Successful Registration 36
Figure 7-19: Account Confirmation of Camera 37
Figure 7-20: Successful Setup 37
Figure 7-21: Port Forwarding Information 38
Figure 7-22: Web-based Utility Welcome 38
Figure 7-23: User Name and Password 38
Figure 7-24: SoloLink DDNS 39
Figure 8-1: Camera’s Default IP Address 40
Figure 8-2: Web-based Utility Welcome 40
Figure 8-3: Security Warning 41
Figure 8-4: User Name and Password 41
Figure 8-5: Basic 42
Figure 8-6: WEP Key Settings 43
Figure 8-7: Image 44
Figure 8-8: Password 45
Figure 8-9: Users 46
Figure 8-10: Add/Modify User 46
Figure 8-11: SoloLink DDNS 47
Figure 8-12: New User Registration 47
Figure 8-13: Password Request 48
Figure 8-14: Manage Your SoloLink DDNS Account 48
Figure 8-15: Device Removal 48
Figure 8-16: Status 50
Figure 8-17: Advanced 51
Figure 8-18: Administrator Help 52
Figure 8-19: Upgrade Firmware 53
Figure B-1: Warchalking 58
Figure B-2: WEP Key Settings 64
Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware 65
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera
Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-B Internet Video Camera. This Camera sends live video through the
Internet to a web browser anywhere in the world! This compact, self-contained unit lets you keep an eye on your
home, your kids, your workplace—whatever’s important to you.
How does the Camera do all of this? Unlike standard “web cams” that require an attached PC, the Internet Video
Camera contains its own web server, so it can connect directly to a network, either over Wireless-B (802.11b)
networking, or over 10/100 Ethernet cable. The advanced MPEG-4 video compression produces a high-quality,
high-framerate, 320 x 240 video stream.
The Internet Video Camera’s unique form-factor and wireless connectivity allows you tomount it on a wall nearly
anywhere, or slip it into its included stand for desktop use. Once it’s connected to your home network, you can
“see what it sees” from any PC in the house, while the video stream is secured from the outside world, hidden
behind your Router. If you want the video to be visible from outside your home network, you can open an
appropriate port on the Router, and then create password-protected accounts to manage access to the Camera,
or leave it wide open for the world to see. The SoloLink DDNS Service (trial sign-up included) lets you access your
Camera using an easy-to-remember “name”, even if your home Internet connection uses a dynamic IP address.
You can also turn on Security Mode, which tells the Camera to send you an e-mail message with a short video
attached whenever it detects motion in its field of view. You can then log onto the live video stream if the
situation warrants. The included Viewer & Recorder utility lets you recordthe video stream to your local hard
drive, “live” or on a predetermined schedule.
Use the instructions in this Guide to help you integrate the Camera into your network. These instructions should
be all you need to get the most out of the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera.
Ethernet: an IEEE standard network
protocol that specifies how data is
placed on and retrieved from a
common transmission medium.
802.11b: an IEEE wireless networking
standard that specifies a maximum
data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an
operating frequency of 2.4GHz.
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Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this Guide?
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera
What’s in this Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera.
• Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Camera’s applications and this User Guide.
• Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
This chapter discusses a few of the basics about wireless networking.
• Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera
This chapter describes the physical features of the Camera.
• Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Camera to your network before you run the Setup Wizard.
• Chapter 5: Setting up and Mounting the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera
This chapter instructs you on how to use the Setup Wizard for setup and configuration of the Adapter, as well
as how to mount the Camera.
• Chapter 6: Installing and Using the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Utility
This chapter explains how to install and use the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Utility on your PC, so you
can view and record video.
• Chapter 7: Setting up the Linksys SoloLink™ DDNS Service
This chapter discusses the advantages of the SoloLink DDNS Service and walks you through the setup
procedure.
• Chapter 8: Using the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Web-based Utility
This chapter describes the Web-based Utility and the features available, so you can use and alter advanced
configuration settings.
• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding
installation and use of the Adapter.
• Appendix B: Wireless Security
This appendix discusses security issues regarding wireless networking and measures you can take to help
protect your wireless network.
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Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this Guide?
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera
• Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
This appendix explains how you can upgrade the Camera’s firmware.
• Appendix D: Windows Help
This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing
the TCP/IP protocol.
• Appendix E: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.
• Appendix F: Specifications
This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Camera.
• Appendix G: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Camera.
• Appendix H: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Camera.
• Appendix I: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
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