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Support => iCam Support => Topic started by: Stefan on June 01, 2010, 12:59:26 PM
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We are often asked what webcams or WiFi cameras we recommend people use with iCam and the iCamSource.
iCam and the iCamSource are compatible with USB, FireWire, and Built-In webcams in addition to network IP cameras that support JPEG or MJPEG (Motion-JPEG) video streaming.
USB, FireWire & Built-In Webcams
We currently use the Logitech Webcam Pro 9000 (http://amzn.to/esJKx6) in both Windows and Mac OS X. (Yes, it does work in Mac OS X even though it does claim to only support Windows.)
Any USB, FireWire, or Built-In webcam that is compatible with your computer's operating system should also be compatible with the iCamSource.
Ethernet & WiFi Network IP Cameras
We currently use and/or recommend the following network IP cameras:
Ethernet Only
AirLink101 SkyIPCam500 (http://amzn.to/i13ZsQ)
Ethernet & WiFi
Linksys WVC54GCA (http://amzn.to/hLDeXE)
Linksys WVC80N (http://amzn.to/dRKW9X)
AirLink101 SkyIPCam500W (http://amzn.to/ej557j)
AirLink101 SkyIPCam747W (http://amzn.to/gHwDVG)
AirLink101 SkyIPCam1500W (http://amzn.to/sxNZ5c)
AirLink101 SkyIPCam1747W (http://amzn.to/viWS3f)
All of the above network IP cameras claim that they only support Windows (no Mac OS X) but they do indeed work with Macs. (That is what we use them with.) The problem is that they do require Windows to do the initial setup to get them connected to your network. We have now developed a utility which can do the initial setup for the AirLink cameras (and others) from a Mac or iOS device: http://skjm.com/ipcamconfig/ Once they are on your network, you can access them with a Mac.
There may be IP cameras that can be setup without Windows, but we haven't personally used or come across any. There are online guides to setting up various "Windows-only" cameras on a Mac, but they are more cumbersome than if you had a Windows machine available, or Windows running in Parallels or VMWare Fusion on your Mac:
http://xmetal.me/index.php?id=15
http://www.networkwebcams.com/ip-camera-learning-center/2008/05/15/howto-set-up-an-axis-ip-camera-using-a-mac/
http://www.amazon.com/review/R1VTEFEEWY0OCI/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm
If you are interested in a Pan-Tilt webcam or network IP camera that you can control with iCam, we discuss those here: http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=3162.0
UPDATE - We have also been using the two WiFi Foscam models listed below for a while and they work just as well as the AirLink cameras, in our experience.
Foscam FI890W (http://amzn.to/zQp11r)
Foscam FI891W (http://amzn.to/xg6YrQ)
Also, for our Mac users, Foscam cameras do include a Mac installation utility. :)
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I have found that cameras like the Axis 207mw -- now discontinued -- as well as other IP based wifi/ethernet cams from Axis can be set up using a mac only
connect the mac by ethernet directly to the cam's ethernet. The cam should show up in bonjour (under Safari) and can be set up by browser from there
Not sure on the Linksys.
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Do you have any updated recommendations for IP cams? My three LNE 3003 cams freeze when using Icame Source after 3-12 hours.
They work fine forever when I do Not use Icamsource . My wired Logitech also works fine with Icamsource with no freezing up. I'm using all updated software for everything and the LNE 3003 just don't work. (2.1.6 in use).
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captual - Are you using MJPEG or JPEG mode in iCamSource? If you're using MJPEG mode, try switching to JPEG mode (with the same URL) to see if that has any effect on the behavior.
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JM - On the cameras that you mention in your first post, since they theoretically only work with windows, do they come with instructions on how to set up with a Mac?
Thanks so much!
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Those cameras do work with Macs, but they don't come with setup software for Macs. Most Wi-Fi cameras only come with Windows setup software. You can still get it working with just a Mac, but it's a little more difficult than on Windows. Usually, Wi-Fi cameras are set up to grab an IP from the router using DHCP. The main thing you need to figure out is the IP address of the camera. You may need to check the list of DHCP clients in your router configuration in order to find out the camera's IP address.
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Stefan - Can we get a sample of the night vision shots from the cameras you have that have that capability?
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Stefan - Can we get a sample of the night vision shots from the cameras you have that have that capability?
Sure, here you go: http://skjm.com/icam/vid.php?id=3
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captual - Are you using MJPEG or JPEG mode in iCamSource? If you're using MJPEG mode, try switching to JPEG mode (with the same URL) to see if that has any effect on the behavior.
Sorry switching between MJPEG and JPEG does not help the LNE 3003 cameras. They still Freeze between 2-15 hours. Using 2.1.8 with no problem when using hard wire cam like Logitech HD, then no freezing.
Cams are set to: INTERNET/LAN MPEG4 640X480. For video streaming. also tried INTERNET/LAN MJPEG 640X480 with same results of freezing.
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captual - When the video is frozen in iCamSource, try copying the MJPEG URL from iCamSource and pasting it into your web browser to see if the browser is able to access the URL. That should help narrow down the cause of the problem.
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Hi
I'd just installed a D-Link Wireless G Internet Camera DCS-920 and it works fine :)
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Stefan - Thanks for the link. Have any non-IR images from that same camera?
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Sure, here is a current one:
(http://skjm.com/icam/img/aicn500w.jpg)
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i have been checking prices and recommendations of the cam's on amazon sites... mixed reviews at best... can you suggest a few camera's that have better reviews? i hate returning stuff that doesn't work. thanks
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The cameras already listed are the only ones we have first-hand experience with, but I am guessing that a lot of the higher-priced cameras (by Axis, Panasonic, Canon, etc.) would have better reviews.
The cameras we use do seem to need to be restarted every few weeks or so, but other than that they get the job done for a reasonable price. :)
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This product would be perfect if it had a built in ftp to upload files to my own web server. Right now without 3g service/just using wifi the thief can yank out my computer and I'll never get the video. Other than that, I have no complaints.
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jl - A number of users use the free DropBox service to automatically mirror the Motion Events recorded by the iCamSource to a remote server in case the computer is turned off or stolen. There is also a free iPhone DropBox application that you can use to view your files away from a computer. - http://dropbox.com/
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is there a camera that will work wireless in the outdoor elements? i have an outbuilding that is unheated and it looks like most of these recommended cam's are good only to freezing... also looking at mounting a cam on the outside of the house. thanks
PS; hoping to catch the mailbox smashers one of these days!
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The few outdoor cameras that we are familiar with (like the Foscam FI8904W) seem to be only rated to freezing, like you said. Not sure if anyone else is familiar with a more robust solution.
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I have decided to try the 500W unit that is recommended at the beginning of this link. Is it plug and play? If not is there a link for novice setup. Thanks for your time helping me with my ignorance.
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It is not necessarily "plug-and-play" but it is fairly straightforward to setup with the included setup instructions as long as you are using a Windows computer. If you are only running Mac OS X the AirLink cameras are not as easily configured, unfortunately. (The problem only comes in getting the camera connected to your local network. Once that is done, using a Mac is just as easy as using a Windows machine.)
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captual - Are you using MJPEG or JPEG mode in iCamSource? If you're using MJPEG mode, try switching to JPEG mode (with the same URL) to see if that has any effect on the behavior.
Do you know how to connect several cams together?
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barbcomm - If you want to run multiple cameras on the same computer, you just need to add the cameras to the Cameras list in iCamSource. To do that, click the small "+" button underneath the Cameras list on the left side of the iCamSource window. You can edit the settings for each camera by selecting the camera's entry in the Cameras list.
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Hi Stefan,
Here is my situation.
Me and my wife working during the day and our kid is in the house for 3 hours alone with the babysitter.
I need a camera that i can access with icam. it has to be connecting through my wireless router with or without wire is ok. No computer solution since a computer is to big to hide and is not practical. are these that you recommended working directly by connecting them to the router ?
I just purchased your app and recommended to more than 5 people.
thanks
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iCam currently only connects to the iCamSource application running on your computer. The iCamSource can connect to WiFi network IP cameras, so your computer does not need to be in the same physical location as the camera.
It is the iCamSource application that monitors the camera's video stream to send push notifications and record motion events whenever motion is detected.
We discuss the various webcams and network IP cameras that we own and use with iCam in this Support Forum Post: http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=908.0
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I bought the SkyIPCam747W as suggested.
It really can be connected with my Mac by wire. And I can access its configuration page. Althought it was not so easy.
But I am having a bad time trying to config Wifi with my time capsule. >:(
I tried every possible combination of wifi config, username, password and I cannot make it connect.
Anyone made it ?
Any suggestion ?
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Do you know the SSID and the password (if necessary) for your Wi-Fi network? Do you have any other devices, such as your iPhone or iPod, connected to your Wi-Fi network?
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Do you know the SSID and the password (if necessary) for your Wi-Fi network? Do you have any other devices, such as your iPhone or iPod, connected to your Wi-Fi network?
Yes, I know the SSID and the password. The selected security is WPA/WPA2 personal
I even found out that the password is different than in the time capsule: we have to go to Airport Util, and Choose Equivalent Network Password from the base station menu.
I have many devices connected, from my iPhone, my Android, my wifi printer and my Windows Vista computer. But yet, I cannot make this camera connect.
Thanks
Alexandre Amato
www.amato.com.br (http://www.amato.com.br)
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We've never had any problem getting the Airlink cameras to connect to the Wi-Fi network. If you want, you can email a screenshot of your camera's Wi-Fi settings to support@skjm.com and I can look to see if they look correct, but it's pretty unlikely that I'll be able to resolve the problem unless there's a glaring error in your settings. Your best bet would be to contact Airlink's tech support.
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This is my TimeCapsule configuration (I know it is in portuguese, but I think it can be understood)
(http://img199.imageshack.us/img199/660/capturadetela20110202s1.png)
As time capsule uses a different kind of password, I found the Equivalent Password option (that is discussed here: http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1800036 ):
(http://img710.imageshack.us/img710/1558/capturadetela20110202s1.jpg)
(http://img822.imageshack.us/img822/660/capturadetela20110202s1.png)
And the configuration I used in wired connection is:
(http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/660/capturadetela20110202s1.png)
Thanks in advance for any hint
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Have you tried selecting AES for the encryption? Also, what other choices are available for the Authentication type on the camera?
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Have you tried selecting AES for the encryption? Also, what other choices are available for the Authentication type on the camera?
Yes, I have tried AES
Those are my options:
(http://img51.imageshack.us/img51/6739/capturadetela20110204s0.png)
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Have you tried selecting WPA2-PSK option?
The only other thing I notice is that your camera settings say it's using channel 6, but the Airport says it's using channel 11. Are you able to set the camera's channel to be automatic? If not, you could try manually setting the Airport to use channel 6.
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Does anyone know or reccommend what the best wireless ip cameras to use for either macbook pro or windows xp desktop are?
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Have you tried selecting WPA2-PSK option?
The only other thing I notice is that your camera settings say it's using channel 6, but the Airport says it's using channel 11. Are you able to set the camera's channel to be automatic? If not, you could try manually setting the Airport to use channel 6.
Yes, I just tried, but it does not work
Looking in the Airport log I have this:
(http://img593.imageshack.us/img593/2844/capturadetela20110207s0.png)
I know the first thing to say is: easy, password error. But I tried my password and even the equivalent password I explained before, and nothing works.
Thanks
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Have you tried using a very simple password, such as a number? Have you tried it without any password (open network)? You don't want to leave it open, I just mean temporarily for a test.
Have you tried rebooting the router? To do that, unplug the power cable for about 10 seconds, then plug it back in.
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Stefan:
I bought an Ipad and Foscam FI8918W IP Camera to use as a baby monitor because Icam supported video and Audio. Is there anyway to get audio to work on my ipad or iphone? Is there another camera that does work with audio on Ipad / Iphone?
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Stefan:
I bought an Ipad and Foscam FI8918W IP Camera to use as a baby monitor because Icam supported video and Audio. Is there anyway to get audio to work on my ipad or iphone? Is there another camera that does work with audio on Ipad / Iphone?
The latest BETA version of the iCamSource does support audio on a few AirLink101 network IP cameras: http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=1416.0
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Hi,
I just installed a D-Link 930 wireless camera to my network. the setup was easy (with the install software you can download for the Mac from the D-Link site).
I was able to setup another instance of the iCam software on my iMac(PowerPC). However, today when I view the new cam the images I see are a combination of live images that are interspersed with snapshots. I'm not sure why I am getting what looks like cached images on the live feed.
Note* I now have 2 cameras associated to iCam. one wired via USB to my iMac and the other the DLink wireless cam on my network.
I ordered an Airlink 101 and plan to integrate it too...hoping I do not have the same issues.
When I view the MyDlink iphone app...I see the live feed with no other images and no problems.
Has anyone seen this problem and can recommend a solution?
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iCamSource displays what the camera sends, so there shouldn't be any caching. It's possible the camera is send over a mixture of live video and cached snapshots. Please try rebooting your camera. To do that, unplug the power cable from the camera for about 10 seconds, then plug it back in.
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Had the little one climb out of his crib last night and did a triple lindy to the floor. Luckily we opted for the upgraded thick carpet padding and all is well. Anyway, I've always wanted to set up icam for security reasons. Now, I was thinking I might set it up temporarily as a nanny cam. I was curious if anyone has attempted to use any of these generic inexpensive cameras found all over ebay or amazon...Foscam, EasyN, etc... They are reasonably prices and the specs seem good. Just not sure if they will link up. Any info would be great.
Thanks much,
Robert
http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Internet-Surveillance-Microphone-monitoring/dp/B003LNZ1L6/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1314048055&sr=8-8
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Thank you for your post.
If a camera outputs MJPEG formatted data, it'll probably work with iCamSource. From that particular cameras description it does not appear to output MJPEG formatted data.
We discuss the recommended cameras on our forum at: http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=908.0 (http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=908.0)
Please let us know if you have any further questions.
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I have found that cameras like the Axis 207mw -- now discontinued -- as well as other IP based wifi/ethernet cams from Axis can be set up using a mac only
connect the mac by ethernet directly to the cam's ethernet. The cam should show up in bonjour (under Safari) and can be set up by browser from there
Not sure on the Linksys.
Hi,
I just set up an Axis 207W WiFi Network IP Camera with Windows (XP) not having any problems at all.
I connected the cam (wired) to my router, looked into my router to find out the cam ip.
Then put the (new) ip address I found in my router in IE an did all the settings.
After that, I changed the Cam in wifi an put the following address in the iCamSource:
http://192.168.xxx.xxx/axis-cgi/mjpg/video.cgi this worked out fine :D
So I think other os as mac will do as well.
cu
Conrad
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Thank you for your post. What is your site?
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Bought a Dynex 1.3 MP webcam, but it doesn't show up in the cameras screen, even if I select it as the camera. My internal iSight does, but not the Dynex. It's a standard USB connected webcam.
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Does the Dynex camera work properly in other video capture programs, such as iChat or Photobooth?
Does the Dynex camera work in iCamSource if you only run the Dynex by itself (i.e. delete the iSight entry in the iCamSource Cameras list)?
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Works in all other applications, and after a restart and a reloading of the app, works fine now. Perfect. Thanks for the great app!
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I'm glad you got it working!
If you have any other issues or questions, please let us know.
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Hello. I want to link this app to my Mac laptop's built-in camera (monitor the dogs while I'm away from home). Is there a worry that since I won't be physically using the laptop that it will go into sleep mode and the camera will turn off with it? Are there any special settings I need to worry about to ensure the camera remains active all day? Also, is there a danger of the laptop camera "burning out" if I have it going all day long?
Thanks, I plan to buy the app tonight but just figured I'd ask a few questions ahead of time.
Thanks again!
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Thank you for your post.
Yes, go to System Preferences>Energy Saver select the "Power Adapter" tab and set the Computer Sleep to "Never"
No, we've not had any reports of the laptop built-in cameras burning out after running all day.
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Was thinking about buying the D-Link DCS-930L, and what I wondering is, is it easy to connect the camera to iCam. How is the software that the Mac uses for the D-Link? Is it easy to setup and connect to iCam?
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We haven't tested with that particular camera, but if it outputs MJPEG formatted data, it'll probably work with iCamSource.
When you run iCamSource, you'll need to select the "Ethernet /Wi-Fi" tab because the camera is a network camera, not a USB camera. Then, enter the MJPEG or JPEG URL for your camera.
There is more information about setting up iCam here: http://skjm.com/icam/help/
(http://skjm.com/icam/help/)
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Using the Foscam FI8918W Wireless IP Camera and it's great.
Just wish I had read that audio is not supported in Icam for this IP Camera.
I want to use it as a baby monitor so audio is a must.
Hopefully a future version will allow audio like the release that supports Airlink audio.
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Using the Foscam FI8918W Wireless IP Camera and it's great.
Just wish I had read that audio is not supported in Icam for this IP Camera.
I want to use it as a baby monitor so audio is a must.
Hopefully a future version will allow audio like the release that supports Airlink audio.
Thank you for your post.
Audio support for Foscam is something our developers are currently working on and should be available soon.
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I'm on a Macbook Pro, OS X, 10.7.2 trying to add a LifeCam HD -5000 camera
I hit the "+" but my new webcam doesn't show up in the list on the right...what am I missing?? I already got the driver and the camera works in Photo Booth.
Thanks for any help.
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Is your webcam plugged into a USB hub or extension cable? If so, please try plugging it directly into the computer.
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I just bought the D-Link DCS 932L and it does not support iCam. They want you to use their own app. I am very disappointed because iCam is the only app I want to use with ANY cam in my home. I just updated my wireless to Linksys E1200 Wireless-N and was wondering can I still use Wireless G camera's? I am taking back the D-link and want to buy the Linksys Wireless-G camera. I am a newbie and really don't understand all this N and G talk but I did try everything recommended on this website to get the D-Link DCS 932L to work. I <3 iCam and will not be forced to use anyone elses iPhone app. Thank you for such a great product! I take care of my mom with Alzheimer's disease and this is a great tool. Once I have it all figured out I will be recommending it to MANY people since I am a Gerontology student!
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That camera appears to support MJPEG and JPEG ... Do none of the URLs for D-Link cameras work from http://skjm.com/icam/mjpeg.php ?
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Stefan, Thank you so much for your reply! I went back and tried all of the links again and realized I had not put the right password in for the camera. D-Link apparently only takes up to 8 letters and numbers as its password and mine was longer. Therefore it did not work. I had to reset the camera and start over to discover the problem. My camera now works perfectly with iCam on my iPhone and I could not be happier. Thank you for pointing out that my camera would work! Sometimes it just takes trying all over again to get something working! ;)
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Excellent news! :)
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Do you support the foscam FI8910W?
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Yes- http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=3949.0 (http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=3949.0)
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Any idea when the Foscom 8918w will support audio?
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Is there any tiny cameras that work for this? Like 3 or 2 inches?
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Any idea when the Foscom 8918w will support audio?
The latest version of iCamSource supports audio for Foscam. Please see this forum post for further information: http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=3932.0 (http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=3932.0)
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Is there any tiny cameras that work for this? Like 3 or 2 inches?
We are not familiar with any in particular, however, if you find one that it outputs MJPEG formatted data, it'll probably work with iCamSource.
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I am buying a webcam with a usb connection for my computer.
Before I buy it, can you tell me if it will work with your i-cam.
It is a Gear Head Quick 1.3MP Webcam with Night Vision from walmart for $15
Thank you
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iCam supports Built-In, FireWire or USB Webcams and DV Cameras as well as select MJPEG-compatible Network IP Cameras. If it is a USB camera we do support it.
We also discuss the recommended cameras on our forum at: http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=908.0 (http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=908.0)
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Any thought to supporting the Philips in.Sight cameras?
They are sold through the Apple store and come with their own version of monitoring software, but I like the iCam stuff better and would rather use that. The cameras seem decent though, and they are Mac friendly which seems to be somewhat rare these days.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/H8853ZM/A?fnode=MjUxMDA5MDg
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I'm sorry to ask such a basic question, but I'm just now trying to install the "right" s/w and h/w for monitoring what goes on at our vacant (vacation) home. I am thinking I need to use iCam on my iPhone and iPad, and the corresponding iCamSource on my Mac located at that facility.
I do have a live internet (broadband cable) connection at that house. It seems a dedicated computer has to reside there to perform the connections and functions, correct?
And, since the cameras will be placed distant from the computer (i.e. not able to connect directly to the Mac using a USB cable), I am not certain what cameras would be appropriate for this purpose.
While I want to be sure to be able to see what's going on and who may be in/around the house, I don't want to overdo the expense by buying something that's overkill for this monitoring purpose.
Can you advise me about the following:
1) does a dedicated (always on, local on that ISP) need to be at that home?
2) what camera(s) would suit my needs for not being able to plug directly into a computer and able to deliver adequate one-way viewing/audio?
Thank you. And being new to this forum, I again apologize for asking such a basic question to a group of people who are obviously way beyond my knowledge base !!
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Yes, you need to run iCamSource on a computer with a webcam in order to view the webcam on your iPhone.
We discuss the recommended cameras on our forum at: http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=908.0 (http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=908.0)
Please note that the Airlink cameras advertised as "Windows Only" are Mac compatible and can easily be setup using IP Cam Config (http://skjm.com/ipcamconfig/ (http://skjm.com/ipcamconfig/)) instead of the provided Windows install disc.
Please let us know if you have any further questions or concerns.
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Hi
Is anyone using the Ubiquity AirCam's? If So do you know the URL's to them?
Thanks in advance!
Rob
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The iCamSource is compatible with network IP cameras that support JPEG or MJPEG (Motion JPEG) video streaming. Cameras that support h.264 or MPEG-4 video are not compatible.
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I'm looking for a wireless with tilt pan and zoom. Some of the recommended cameras at the beginning of this post have been discontinued. Does iCam support zoom and do you have a recommended camera?
Thanks
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iCam does not currently support zoom. Support for zoom has been requested in the past and is currently on our list of potential features to implement in the future.
We discuss the supported Pan/Tilt cameras on our forum at: http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=3162.0 (http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=3162.0)
The Foscam cameras in the first post on that thread are the cameras we'd recommend.
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Do you have any more recent camera suggestions?
I need at least 1 outdoor camera (that will only be sort of under the awning - so it needs to be able to handle the elements)
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The cameras on the thread (http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=3162.0 (http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=3162.0)) are the ones we own and have tested with. We also, support Built-In, FireWire or USB Webcams and DV Cameras as well as select MJPEG-compatible Network IP Cameras.
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i am a new poster to icam. i am not sure if i am using the right camera. but the icam ad said u can use up to 10. this puzzles me as i am only given the choice of 1 camera the integreated or the one at the top of the screen of my lap top. should the pulldown have more options? i have an IP on wifi and a web cam usb plug in also connected.
thanks
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You can add up to 16 webcams or network IP cameras from a single computer, although your computer's hardware limitations (USB bus, CPU, memory) may further limit that number.
To add a camera, click on the + button underneath the cameras pane (for a screenshot go to http://skjm.com/icam/help/#setup (http://skjm.com/icam/help/#setup)) and follow the instructions below:
For USB, FireWire, or Built-In webcams, you should be able to make your choice from the Audio and Video drop-down lists underneath the USB / FireWire / Built-In tab.
If you add a stand-alone network IP camera, you first need to find the correct MJPEG or JPEG URL for your camera. Enter it along with your camera's Login and Password (if any) into the iCamSource.
More detailed instructions are available at our Getting Started pages: http://skjm.com/icam/help/#setup (http://skjm.com/icam/help/#setup)
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Great forum, am new to iCam. Is there any CONCEALED camera supported....I am thinking one mounted in a clock or some other innocuous looking product?
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iCam supports Built-In, FireWire or USB Webcams and DV Cameras as well as select MJPEG-compatible Network IP Cameras.
We have not tested with any "concealed" cameras but if they output MJPEG formatted data they should work.
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Hi
This forum is not very active and all the cameras listed here seem to be discontinued.
Is this software still supported?
How can I choose suitable camera ?
Best regards.
Shay.
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Yes, iCam is still supported. iCam supports Built-In, FireWire or USB Webcams and DV Cameras as well as select MJPEG-compatible Network IP Cameras. The recommended cameras on our forum are cameras we have tested with. - http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=908.0 (http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=908.0)
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Hello.
Its few months old post but since I just did some digging recently, so happened I found few clock cams, utilizing MJPEG compression, I thought I share it:
1. In this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YkdRECnryY gentleman presenting cam (at the end of presentation) does says specifically it does work with iCam. Drawback is, this particular supplier https://ugadget.com/shop/motion-activated-table-clock/ has no return policy. http://ugadget.com/about/#warranty Quote:” Due to the nature of our spy product line, some items may only be used once, and then are no longer needed. For this reason, All Sales are Final !”. Since they are obstructing who manufacturer of the cam is, I was not able to find alternative distributor. I found few very similar looking clock cams but they appear not to be even IP cams (hence if looking on your own, dig details and don’t get confused by strikingly similar look): http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=clock+camera&FORM=HDRSC2&id=1A24509479BCE4BD5D4ED3DAA397F6CABCD080F3&selectedIndex=0#a Posting information just in case someone manage to find after all different place to buy it.
2. Another clock cam: http://www.spytecinc.com/720p-hd-wi-fi-ip-digital-clock-camera-with-night-vision.html
3. Yet another one, this one is pricy ($480): http://ladiesdetective.com/megapixel-hd-wireless-spy-camera-hidden-pinhole-lens-in-radio-alarm-clock-night-vision-wi-fi-ip-cam-video-audio-dvr-motion-detection-recording-remote-view/
I must say its bit pity iCam does not support h.264 compression, after all, perhaps as alternative to MJPEG. After watching video (link below) it seems iCam developing team really go after what’s the best and available (since MxPEG seems practically not existing among cam manufacturers, as of yet anyway):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6GgLXS3L8E
Problem is, it seems, better picture quality and higher end cam manufacturers, seems to almost always opt for h.264, claiming its way better for storage, bandwidth, even admittedly it requires more processing and memory power (see link below). While there are some decent and good quality h.264 cams, MJPEG ones are much harder to find, at least those worth of buying (which excludes all terrible reputation Chinese ones, suffering flaky WiFi connection, not upgradable outdated buggy firmware etc etc).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D42BJjrMxs4
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Thanks for that additional information.
For more information about H.264 and iCam please see our Forum post here: http://skjm.com/forum/index.php?topic=5327.msg16726#msg16726
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Hi Stefan and team!
I have a question, is the original post in this thread updated to reflect current cameras? If so, a "Updated on 1/1/15" or something would be helpful so we know it is not still a list from 2010.
If not, where can I find an updated list? I just want a simple, "place it and go" type set up that has high quality. I do not want any wiring. Batteries would be better than plugging it in so I can place it on bookshelves, etc.
Also, is there an outdoor one (sheltered, but still outdoor) that would no require any wiring (besides power) and still be super easy to set up and configure?
Thanks!
El Diablo Joe
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This post is just a list of the cameras we've personally tried, it's not a compatibility list. iCam/iCam Pro supports Built-In, FireWire or USB Webcams and DV Cameras as well as MJPEG-compatible Network IP Cameras.
If there's a certain camera model that you are interested in, but aren't sure if it meets the requirements, please send us a link or name of the model and we can let him know if it meets the requirements.
We haven't personally tried any battery powered or outdoor cameras, so we can't really suggest one over the other.
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Any thoughts on either of these two?
http://www.microseven.com/product/IP-Cameras-M7B57-WPS.html?gclid=CIrxn_vipMUCFQopaQodvgcA_w
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/netgear-arlo-smart-home-add-on-indoor-outdoor-wireless-high-definition-security-camera-white-black/2018091.p?id=1219522220549&skuId=2018091&ref=06&loc=01&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=2018091&extensionType=pla_multichannel:g&s_kwcid=PTC!pla!!!115267653431!g!!54310239911&kpid=2018091&k_clickid=03280e5f-b0cf-f749-3bd0-0000020cba4a&kpid=2018091&lsft=ref:212,loc:1&ksid=03280e5f-b0cf-f749-3bd0-0000020cba4a&ksprof_id=401&ksaffcode=pg9955&ksdevice=c&gclid=CO-RtPripMUCFQcOaQodMn4AkQ
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I have a Zmodo wifi Camera will iCam work with it ?
http://www.cctvhotdeals.com/720p-wireless-bullet-ip-camera-w-65ft-ir-night-vision.html
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iCam supports Built-In, FireWire or USB Webcams and DV Cameras as well as select MJPEG-compatible Network IP Cameras.
According to your camera’s specifications, it supports H.264 and therefore is not compatible with iCam.
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Can you recommend any cameras that I can buy on Amazon?
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Can I chime in on this with a question? I've got 2 Logitech 920 Web cams. Icam keeps deleting one informing me it deleted a duplicate when yes it is but no it is another virtually identical cam
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Can I chime in on this with a question? I've got 2 Logitech 920 Web cams. Icam keeps deleting one informing me it deleted a duplicate when yes it is but no it is another virtually identical cam
Webcams should be assigned unique hardware identifiers by the operating system, so I would attempt to make sure that if there are multiple webcams in the Video and Audio lists that are named similarly that the first camera is chosen from the Video and Audio lists for one camera and the second camera is chosen from both lists for the other camera.
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I recently purchased 2 FDT 720 cameras that were Foscam originally. Work great.. easy set up and no problems.. They have their own software too, but I use it with iCam.. the camera cannot be moved on the iCam Pro software, but I move it with the FDT software.
My questions are: Is this something that will be corrected at some point so I can move the camera remotely with iCam software?
And: I'm thinking about buying same camera but 1080 Res. Will that be ok with iCam Pro as far as Cloud or local storage? I'm thinking about getting the cloud through iCam, but currently I just have the files saved on my computer as they come in.
Thanks.. You guys are great!
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My questions are: Is this something that will be corrected at some point so I can move the camera remotely with iCam software?
And: I'm thinking about buying same camera but 1080 Res. Will that be ok with iCam Pro as far as Cloud or local storage? I'm thinking about getting the cloud through iCam, but currently I just have the files saved on my computer as they come in.
Thanks.. You guys are great!
Every network IP camera manufacturer implements their own mechanism for controlling cameras, so we would need to add their specific URLs / commands to the iCamSource Pro to enable pan-tilt support with those cameras.
As for the 1080 cameras, that should be fine as well with the local and cloud storage, yes. 8)