® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. 2.4 GHz Wireless-G 802.11g Compact Internet Video Camera WIRELESS Model No. User Guide WVC54GC Compact Wireless-G 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 © 2005 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. How to Use this User Guide The user guide to the Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera has been designed to make understanding networking with the Access Point easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide: This checkmark means there is a note of interest and is something you should pay special attention to while using the Camera. This exclamation point means there is a caution or warning and is something that could damage your property or the Camera. This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you might need to do while using the Camera. In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this: word: definition. Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like this: Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the "List of Figures" section. WVC54GC-UG-50907A JL Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What's in this Guide? 1 1 2 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Introduction Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure Modes Network Layout 4 4 4 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Camera LED Camera Head Camera Reset Button Camera Ports Camera Stand 6 6 6 6 7 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera for Setup Overview Connection to a Wired Network for Setup Moving the Camera to a Different Network 8 8 8 9 Chapter 5: Setting up and Mounting the Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Setup Wizard Placement Options 10 10 19 Chapter 6: Installing and Using the Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Multi-Camera Viewer & Recorder Utility Overview Installing the Multi-Camera Viewer & Recorder Utility Using the Multi-Camera Viewer & Recorder Utility 21 21 21 23 Chapter 7: Setting up the Linksys SoloLinkTM DDNS Service Overview Introduction 33 33 33 Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Setup Wizard for the SoloLink DDNS Service SoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras 33 43 Chapter 8: Using the Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera's Web-based Utility Overview How to Access the Web-based Utility View Video Setup Help 45 45 45 46 47 60 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions 61 61 63 Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 66 66 66 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware Appendix D: Windows Help Appendix E: Glossary Appendix F: Specifications Appendix G: Warranty Information Appendix H: Regulatory Information Appendix I: Contact Information 69 70 71 77 79 80 84 Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera List of Figures Figure 3-1: Camera LED Figure 3-2: Camera Tilting Feature Figure 3-3: Reset Button Figure 3-4: Camera in Standing Position Figure 3-5: Camera in Wall-Mounting Position Figure 4-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable Figure 4-2: Connect the Power Adapter Figure 5-1: Setup Wizard - Welcome Screen Figure 5-2: End User License Agreement Screen Figure 5-3: Connect the Network Cable to the Router or Switch Screen Figure 5-4: Connect the Network Cable to the Camera Screen Figure 5-5: Power on the Camera Screen Figure 5-6: Check the LED Screen Figure 5-7: Cameras Found Screen Figure 5-8: Login Screen Figure 5-9: Basic Settings Screen Figure 5-10: Network Settings Screen Figure 5-11: IP Settings Screen Figure 5-12: Mode Settings Screen Figure 5-13: Wireless Settings Screen Figure 5-14: Security Settings - WPA-Personal Screen Figure 5-15: Security Settings - WEP (64-Bit) Screen Figure 5-16: Review New Settings Screen Figure 5-17: Confirm New Settings Screen Figure 5-18: Congratulations Screen Figure 5-19: Stand Option Figure 5-20: Camera in Standing Position Figure 5-21: Wall Mount Option 6 6 6 7 7 8 8 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 13 14 14 15 15 16 16 17 17 18 19 19 20 Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Figure 5-22: Camera in Wall-Mounting Position Figure 5-23: Wall-Mount Slots Figure 6-1: Install Viewer & Recorder Utility Screen Figure 6-2: Install Viewer & Recorder Utility - Welcome Screen Figure 6-3: Choose Destination Location Screen Figure 6-4: Ready to Install the Program Screen Figure 6-5: InstallShield Wizard Complete Screen Figure 6-6: Multi-Camera Viewer & Recorder Utility Icon Figure 6-7: Main Screen Figure 6-8: Add Camera - LAN Screen Figure 6-9: Add Camera - Internet Screen Figure 6-10: View Video Screen Figure 6-11: Delete Camera Screen Figure 6-12: Change Settings Screen Figure 6-13: Scheduled Recordings Screen Figure 6-14: Files Screen Figure 6-15: Recorded Files Screen Figure 6-16: Motion Detection Files Screen Figure 6-17: Window Showing SnapShot Folders Figure 6-18: Motion Detection Settings Screen Figure 6-19: Utility Settings Screen Figure 7-1: SoloLink Service Figure 7-2: SoloLink Welcome Screen Figure 7-3: SoloLink for Dynamic IP Address Screen Figure 7-4: SoloLink for Convenience Screen Figure 7-5: Check Connections Screen Figure 7-6: Cameras Found Screen Figure 7-7: Login Screen Figure 7-8: SoloLink DDNS Screen Figure 7-9: Confirm Active Internet Connection Screen 20 20 21 21 22 22 22 23 23 24 25 26 27 27 28 29 29 29 30 30 31 33 33 34 34 35 35 36 36 37 Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Figure 7-10: Welcome to the SoloLink DDNS Service Screen Figure 7-11: Sign Up Screen Figure 7-12: Confirmation of New Settings Screen Figure 7-13: Select a Location ID Screen Figure 7-14: Confirm Your Location ID Screen Figure 7-15: Payment Screen Figure 7-16: Verification Screen Figure 7-17: Create Links Screen Figure 7-18: Successful Registration Screen Figure 7-19: Account Confirmation of Camera Screen Figure 7-20: Successful Setup Screen Figure 7-21: Port Forwarding Information Figure 7-22: Web-based Utility Welcome Figure 7-23: Web Utility Login Screen Figure 7-24: SoloLink DDNS Screen Figure 7-25: Find Available Port Screen Figure 8-1: Camera's Default IP Address Figure 8-2: Web-based Utility Welcome Figure 8-3: Security Warning Screen Figure 8-4: View Video Screen Figure 8-5: Web Utility Login Screen Figure 8-6: Basic Screen Figure 8-7: Basic - Device Settings Screen Figure 8-8: Basic - LAN and Wireless Settings Screen Figure 8-9: Wireless Security - WPA Personal Screen Figure 8-10: Wireless Security - WEP Screen Figure 8-11: Image Screen Figure 8-12: Administrator Screen Figure 8-13: Upgrade Firmware Screen Figure 8-14: Users Screen 37 38 39 39 40 40 40 41 41 42 42 43 43 43 44 44 45 45 46 46 47 47 48 48 49 49 50 52 52 53 Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Figure 8-15: SoloLink DDNS Screen Figure 8-16: New User Registration Screen Figure 8-17: Password Request Screen Figure 8-18: SoloLink Screen, continued Figure 8-19: Manage Your SoloLink DDNS Account Figure 8-20: Device Removal Screen Figure 8-21: Find Available Port Screen Figure 8-22: Options Screen Figure 8-23: Options Screen, continued Figure 8-24: Motion Detection Screen Figure 8-25: Status Screen Figure 8-26: User Help Screen Figure 8-27: Administrator Help Screen Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware Screen 54 54 54 55 55 55 56 57 57 57 59 60 60 69 Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Compact Wireless-G 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-G (802.11b) networking, or over 10/100 Ethernet cable. The advanced MPEG-4 video compression produces a high-quality, high-framerate, up to 320 x 240 audio/video stream. The Internet Video Camera's unique form-factor and wireless connectivity allows you to mount 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 audio/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 to up to three e-mail addresses whenever it detects motion in its field of view. You can then log onto the live video stream if the situation warrants. The included Multi-Camera Viewer & Recorder Utility lets you record the 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 Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera. 802.11g: An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps, an operating frequency of 2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with 802.11b devices. Ethernet: an IEEE standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium. Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome 1 Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera What's in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Compact Wireless-G 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 Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera This chapter describes the physical features of the Camera. · Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G 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 Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera This chapter instructs you on how to use the Setup Wizard for setup and configuration of the Camera, as well as how to mount the Camera. · Chapter 6: Installing and Using the Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Utility This chapter explains how to install and use the Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Utility on your PC, so you can view and record video. · Chapter 7: Setting up the Linksys SoloLinkTM DDNS Service This chapter discusses the advantages of the SoloLink DDNS Service and walks you through the setup procedure. · Chapter 8: Using the Compact Wireless-G 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 Camera. · Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix discusses security issues regarding wireless networking and measures you can take to help protect your wireless network. Chapter 1: Introduction What's in this Guide? 2 Compact Wireless-G 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 reg ...