Could I use this as a good security camera inside to watch what is going on? Also can I use my laptop as a way to see what is going on?
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Yes, you can use the camera inside. You can also use your computer to access your camera. You can also use your smart phone and be notified when there is movement.
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Yes and yes. It is easy to use via a laptop/internet or even a smart phone.
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Dlink: yes/no. It depends on the distance and the materials the signal passes through. In my case the signal could not pass through two standard 2x4 wood studded walls over a distance of 30 feet. Yes you could use you laptop camera.
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Hi Michelle, no it will only work around your house or yard. you would need to invest in a more expensive ip cam, then you can watch your property on the internet from your laptop anywhere you have wifi. i have one and its wonderful to be able to keep an eye on my property and they even take pics when someone comes in view
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S. Albert -I was thinking the same thing - taking the laptop and Minoru webcam out and capturing something interesting (more interesting than my face). But when going through the reviews, a few people have said that the picture gets overexposed easily and it works much better indoors. That's the only reason I'm hesitating to buy this thing. Hopefully they'll get it fixed soon -- someone mentioned that it was possibly just a software fix.
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Yes, but it captures at an uncompressed bitrate, which will take up lots of space on your hard drive. A CCTV camera, that is running for hours, if not all day, would require massive amounts of storage, if you use this product. A CCTV DVR, which captures, and compresses, HD-SDI signals, is probably a better option for you. Good luck!
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I used it to to connect my security cameras to my tv, I'm not sure if it will work to connect your computer to your tv.
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No it would not be the right product for that situation. I would suggest a remote camera with monitor. Will be more $$
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I use the camera as a security camera looking out the front window of my house. The light sensitivity is not very great so you will need light. More to your question of being able to see the entire room, the angle of view is also not very wide. I use a cheap magnetic stick on wide angle add-on lens I picked up from Wal-Mart that was for a cheap hand-help video camera, Flip I believe, that helped a lot in the wide angle viewing. Also, if you use the WiFi for the connection, you will need a good strong signal. Mine use to loose connection and not be able to link back up without power cycling the camera. I added a WiFi access point to my network closer to the camera and that took care of that problem.
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You can purchase a web cam for you laptop, I purchased one and it isn't costly.
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You would need a capture card that has the proper video inputs on it for a desktop system or one of those USB connection devices they make for laptops.Honestly, though, if that's really your goal, get an IP camera that lets you log into it with your computer, tablet or smart phone through your internet connection. Otherwise, just hook it up to an old VCR or get one of those security DVRs, which would let you add additional cameras to it.
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I actually got a security camera with it too, but you need to apply power to the camera, receiver (if you have one), and TV all at the same time. If you have a receiver (like I do) you need to plug the VIDEO ONLY (usually yellow plug) into one of the white or yellow plugs (on the TV); If you have a CAMERA ONLY you need to plug the VIDEO ONLY (usually yellow plug) into one of the white or yellow plugs (on the TV). (PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TV DOES NOT SUPPORT AUDIO) It is a bit confusing but the white and yellow (on the TV) are two separate video inputs that you can toggle between each. The RED is the power, just use a standard AC TO DC converter that will fit into the TV plug, and make sure the OUTPUT: 12V --- 1.0A is correct so you don't fry the TV. (there are different sizes that will fit into the TV so make sure you find one that fits) If you have any more questions please Email me at: Todd.Gimbel@gmail.com
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The recorded images can be viewed on your laptop by removing the SD card from the Covert Alarm Clock DVR and inserting into the SD slot on your laptop. It can also be viewed by plugging in the RCA cables if your laptop/computer monitor allow. Please see owner's manual for more information.
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You can watch what the camera is monitoring via Skype from any computer, essentially it is a seperate feature. The monitor has to be in range of the camera and does not work off of SKype.
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Any indoor video is relatively poor unless ample window light is present. I would say it is sufficient for capturing family moments but not for quality video. Personally I like the little camera.
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Sorry, but I doubt it. This device is for picking up over the air TV signals and storing these programs in your computer. From there you can view the programs on your computer or a larger screen device hooked to your computer.
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As long as the monitor has an HDMI port you can connect them and view it live.It also comes with a remote so you can start recording video whenever the action starts.
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HelloYes, you can see that, but i recomend you download an app from appstore called BLUEIRIS. It is the fastest smartphone aplication for this kind of security camera.
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You can view from laptop or download the videos your laptop. Also, you can view it on the unit's small screen.