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📸Cameras & Camera Software => AirSight Cameras => Topic started by: tom j on November 19, 2011, 07:41:59 PM
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Just saw this camera and thought I would ask if anyone has one and what they think. Seems like a good deal 99 bucks but the .3 MP isn't really that impressive but 2 for 200 bucks would basically cover the main inside areas of my house. But as usual with x10 it's usually the software that DOESN'T Work B:( So I thought I better check first. Thanks and looking forward to your feedback! :)%
Tom j.
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Since it was just announced today.
No one would have one yet unless they where Beta tester and didn't have an NDA to prevent spilling the beans.
Others may have the same items under a different brand name.
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Tom
This camera looks just like the Foscam.
http://foscam.us/products/foscam-fi8918w-wireless-ip-camera-11.html
I have one of these and really like it. I use an app for the iphone that works well and you can type the ip in the address bar of the web browser to get a picture also.
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Tom
This camera looks just like the Foscam.
http://foscam.us/products/foscam-fi8918w-wireless-ip-camera-11.html
I have one of these and really like it. I use an app for the iphone that works well and you can type the ip in the address bar of the web browser to get a picture also.
Hi thanks for the heads up and I just saw it I didn't know it was newly released. I'll check out the link say anyone plan on picking one up. ???
Tom j.
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Tom
This camera looks just like the Foscam.
http://foscam.us/products/foscam-fi8918w-wireless-ip-camera-11.html
I have one of these and really like it. I use an app for the iphone that works well and you can type the ip in the address bar of the web browser to get a picture also.
Hi systemdm just read your post again I didn't realize you had a similar one and the thing I was impressed with was that you said the software works!! Might just pick up one now anything negative to say about it and hows the picture quality it's only .3 MP how would you rate it. Thanks!
Tom j.
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This camera looks just like the Foscam.
http://foscam.us/products/foscam-fi8918w-wireless-ip-camera-11.html
Thanks for the link. I found reading thru all the user comments on the Foscam website quite enlightening.
It seems if you want to use this camera from outside your home, you need to know how to successfully deal with (1) a dynamic IP address (most people don't have a static IP address from their ISP) and (2) port forwarding on your router.
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This camera looks just like the Foscam.
http://foscam.us/products/foscam-fi8918w-wireless-ip-camera-11.html
Thanks for the link. I found reading thru all the user comments on the Foscam website quite enlightening.
It seems if you want to use this camera from outside your home, you need to know how to successfully deal with (1) a dynamic IP address (most people don't have a static IP address from their ISP) and (2) port forwarding on your router.
How difficult is this to set up?
Tom j.
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It is pretty easy to setup if I remember. It has been awhile. Just follow the instructions that comes with it. Connect an ethernet cable between it and your router to do the intial setup.
If you have problems, just send me an email.
Walt2 is correct. You will need to setup a dynamic IP address and port forwarding on your router.
You will have to do that with any IP camera you buy.
From their website:
"Try a free trial of DynDNS Pro — a great opportunity for users to test out one of our most popular services. You may keep one hostname free of charge for trying Pro."
http://dyn.com/dns/dyndns-pro-free-trial/
This site will help you with port forwarding:
http://portforward.com/
The picture is not bad and the IRs work great for night vision.
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This camera looks just like the Foscam.
http://foscam.us/products/foscam-fi8918w-wireless-ip-camera-11.html
Thanks for the link. I found reading thru all the user comments on the Foscam website quite enlightening.
It seems if you want to use this camera from outside your home, you need to know how to successfully deal with (1) a dynamic IP address (most people don't have a static IP address from their ISP) and (2) port forwarding on your router.
Could someone explain why you need a dynamic opposed to a static IP address for this camera, I have AT&T DSL account wondering if they even support a dynamic IPS. ??? :-\
Tom j.
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Tom,
I have AT&T with DSL and I use a dynamic IP.
This page will explain the difference between the two in more detail.
http://searchwindevelopment.techtarget.com/definition/static-IP-address-dynamic-IP-address
Also AT&T will charge you for a static IP. You can use a dynamic IP free.
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Both the Users Manual and Quick Setup Guide are now available from the manuals page for the Airsight.
http://www.x10.com/support/support_manuals.htm
XX34A_OM.PDF
XX34A_QSG.PDF
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Thanks Guys!! >! #:)
Tom j.
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Hi anyone know if you can mount one of these outside like under an eve? and would it shorten the life of the camera? Thanks
Tom j.
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I have one under an awning. Been there about a month.
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I have one under an awning. Been there about a month.
I know it's not considered water proof but just wondering if it can get wet and still function seems like they suggest it can be placed outside in the x10 description. Thanks probably will pick one up next month seems really nice from what you guys have reported.
Tom j.
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I have a Foscam outside under the eave. It's been there since temperatures got above freezing in the early spring and still works. It has gotten splashed by heavy rains but not drenched. When conditions are right, it gets fogged up and I have to point it where it will get a lot of sun for a day or two to clear it out and I've heard that they will stop pan/tilting when temperatures reach freezing. The outside of the camera also feels sticky, like the paint is wearing off or something from being out in the heat.
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I have a Foscam outside under the eave. It's been there since temperatures got above freezing in the early spring and still works. It has gotten splashed by heavy rains but not drenched. When conditions are right, it gets fogged up and I have to point it where it will get a lot of sun for a day or two to clear it out and I've heard that they will stop pan/tilting when temperatures reach freezing. The outside of the camera also feels sticky, like the paint is wearing off or something from being out in the heat.
Hi thanks what about putting it in one of those domes like the x10 Vanguard cam has that could protect it from the elements, snow rain wind ect.
Tom j.
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Hi thanks what about putting it in one of those domes like the x10 Vanguard cam has that could protect it from the elements, snow rain wind ect.
I once saw a solution where the person enclosed the camera (I don't remember what brand/model) in a large Rubbermaid (or similar) container to protect it from the elements.
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I once saw a solution where the person enclosed the camera (I don't remember what brand/model) in a large Rubbermaid (or similar) container to protect it from the elements.
That would work, but I'd still worry about condensation. You could put a hole in the top of the container with a flap over it to let moisture out, and also keep the rain out.
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I once saw a solution where the person enclosed the camera (I don't remember what brand/model) in a large Rubbermaid (or similar) container to protect it from the elements.
That would work, but I'd still worry about condensation. You could put a hole in the top of the container with a flap over it to let moisture out, and also keep the rain out.
Why not just toss in a few of those dessicant gel packs (or if you can't find any - a pile of uncooked rice)? That should absorb any moisture in the container, which would (presumably) be sealed to prevent any additional moisture from getting in.
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One gotcha I found doing this, the IRs will reflect back from glass or clear plastic placed in front of them. Looks like a permanent camera flash on the camera. Works fine if the IRs are off, but that takes away your night vision. So what I ended up doing was enclosing all sides except the camera side and placing under an eve. I haven't tested it in severe conditions, just California weather and it seems to be working fine.......
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I have this camera and find it very impressive for the price!
However, I can't seem to get to it from the outside world.
I enabled port forwarding in my router, linksys wrt54gs, and I attempted to connect using its current ip and using the ddns server that the manufacturer provides, cipcam.com.
I'm on Comcast cable system.
Does anyone else have this problem or any ideas?
Thanks
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Have you tried going on the camera from another web address? In other words try from your laptop on a neighbor's router. For some reason sometimes access is blocked from your router (via the internet).
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Yes, I've tried connecting with my netbook and from another location, my office.
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I have set mine up outside under the eves. As Iam usinging wireless I have put tape over the rj45 connection...
I still need to checkout the mic and speaker.. The only issue I have is when the camera is pointed straight the pic is fine but
when \i pan the pic to left or right the pic is not staight.
Someone tell me how to attach a pic and I will post u what I mean
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has anyone tired to save the video?
I have tried it tells it where it is going (pop up)to but no file name when I shut off the recording...
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guess im green as green can be.....anyone want to help this newbie .... cam set up and connected ... can view now on to connecting to wireless network and remote view..... helppppp
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Tom
This camera looks just like the Foscam.
http://foscam.us/products/foscam-fi8918w-wireless-ip-camera-11.html
I have one of these and really like it. I use an app for the iphone that works well and you can type the ip in the address bar of the web browser to get a picture also.
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Hello to the forum maintainers and all the members.
Glad to be part of it.
I got 3 Airsight/Foscam clone with no brand.
I bought them in China more than 18 months ago.
They work properly and have some advanced features incredible for the price proposed (I paid them 60 USD but it was a wholesale wide purchase).
The problem of the units I have is the software.
It is native for win xp and there's no ActiveX signature for the web engine interface (so you have to accept unsigned ActiveX with no publishers and keep your finger crossed about the honesty of the coders).
I'm also trying to make them work with webcam XP (www.webcamxp.com) to use them as if they were connected as a USB device.
The Foscam drivers of webcamxp partially work (no way to pan and tilt the camera with the software panel).
A little bit better results with "Shenzen" Mjpeg drivers….
If someone has been able to make this camera work properly with webcamxp, I would be very grateful to read which driver has been used to get that goal.
Thank you in advance
Stefania >!
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Anyone with the AirSight able to answer some of my questions? I want to double check some information - most importantly - are you able to use the 2 way audio from an iPhone?? Sales says yes, but I need to double check before ordering!! Also have some other questions here: http://forums.x10.com/index.php?topic=25874.0 (http://forums.x10.com/index.php?topic=25874.0)
Thanks in advance!!
Cathie
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For the past 4 hours I've been trying to get this IP camera to connect to my wireless router. B:( It works fine wired to the router, but absolutely will not connect wirelessly. I've followed both sets of instructions, the printed version that came with the camera and the on-line version, dozens of times. The printed version says to disconnect the network cable AFTER the camera reboots, the online version says to disconnect the network cable within 30 seconds of hitting the submit button. Neither method works. I've reset the unit, I've reset to factory settings. Still not luck going wireless. I bought this because all the other wireless cameras X10 sells have crappy resolution and a lot of noise. This one has great resolution but does not connect to my wireless router without a network cable. This really sucks.
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I have the same problem though the DDNS status says "succeed" on the camera from my LAN. X10 is no help so far.
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I have the same problem though the DDNS status says "succeed" on the camera from my LAN. X10 is no help so far.
This thread talks about many problems. Please let me know what your problem is and I will try to help.