IPIX Immersive Video FAQ's: Section 2

Networking

1. How much bandwidth does a camera use?
   Bandwidth is dependent on JPEG frame size. There are two main factors that affect this: compression level and the type of scene that the camera is recording. 1 mbit/sec per frame can be used as a conservative rule of thumb, but it is recommended to test images from the installation site for proper planning.
2. Do I need to use a gigabit Ethernet switch for multiple IPIX video cameras?
   No, see above.
3. Can I use IPIX cameras on a wireless network?
   Yes, but you will need to use a wireless transceiver with sufficient bandwidth.
4. Will IPIX video cameras work along with other vendor's IP-based cameras on the same network?
   Yes.
5. Can I use power over Ethernet with the camera?
   Yes, but you will need a Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) adapter at the camera end of the connection.
6. Is the camera secure?
   The HTTP connection to IPIX cameras can be password protected to limit access to the cameras. Telnet to the camera can be turned off by an administrator.
7. What wire do I need to install to each location?
   Typically a CAT5 Ethernet connection and a low voltage power connection.
8. How far away from my network hub can I place a camera?
   The maximum distance for Ethernet standard CAT5 5 wiring is 100 meters.
9. How many cameras can I put on a network?
   IPIX cameras are standard network devices. As long as standard Ethernet networking rules are followed, there is no physical limit to the number of cameras on a network.
10. Can I see the images with a web browser?
    Yes, simply type in the camera IP address into the address bar of your browser. Viewing CommandView cameras requires having Java installed on your computer. You can download the latest version of Java from www.java.com.
11. Can I see a camera over the Internet?
    Yes, as long as the camera has an internet routable IP address. There may be security or firewall constraints that should be discussed with your IT staff.