can i use this with blue iris software/ do i need software for internet/remote access
1996205
It come with the software but for me my cable company blocks port access. So I can only access the cameras over internet if I am in my home network.
1361741
I'm using it with BlueIris - no problems there. Also works in Firefox, Chrome, and IE (all Windows 8), as well as IOS 7 and 8. If using IE, make sure you have downloaded the most recent ActiveX.
1498588
Yes, The Android app works excellent with Ver. 4 - I use it on my Nexus 7 - Blue Iris is very stable from all approaches.
1239186
Yes, it is Blue Iris compatible, but we've never tested it with Blue Iris with audio installed. We know that it works with iSpy software, so I don't see any reason why Blue Iris wouldn't pick up the audio channel.
1705112
Yes - I have the camera working with blue iris software using these protocols.
594095
The software must be running on a PC to upload video and images. So if you need video 24x7 then yes, the PC must be on the entire time. The other option is to have the cameras FTP or email the images when motion is detected. Though you will miss a lot versus using Blue Iris.
789952
Try the IRIS Software Download Center: http://www.irislink.com/c2-2845-189/I-R-I-S--Download-Center---Form.aspx
1422029
Yes it does work with Blue Iris, however on my system it slows Blue Iris to a crawl and makes it nearly unusable. I think the 720P is whats killing it. I have 6 other 480P cameras attached and havent had the time to troubleshoot the problem. I use the included iVMS 4500 software on my iPhone and on my computer.
1637194
yes it can - this is a network device so you can install the client software of just access it via the network
739762
You do not need a receiver or DVR, but it is highly recommended. Blue Iris is the best, since it handles all Foscam models. You need a PC (or server) which will aggregate all of the footage for you and allow you to take control of the camera from the Blue Iris console itself. Once you manage the camera from Blue Iris, you don't need to manage it locally any longer (Blue Iris handles everything). Blue Iris is about $60. It is a one-time license. Your 2nd question regarding wireless - Like all wifi, it is only as strong as you configure it. Evildoers would have to first be on your wireless network in order to take control of the camera. Be sure to do the following on your ROUTER, in order to keep you and your family safe: 1.) Use WPA2 encryption, with a strong passphrase that is NOT in any English/Spanish/German dictionaries. Use symbols. 2.) Turn OFF WPS (Wifi Protected Setup) 3.) Turn on MAC Filtering. This is easily bypassed by hackers, but does another hurdle to the security mix. 4.) Don't use a Wifi SSID that represents your house. For example, I see many times where people put their house # in their SSID. BAD MOVE, GOOD FOR HACKERS! Use something that doesn't tie your wifi to yourself. 5.) On your Foscam CAMERA(s): Change the default username and password. That way, if someone does attach to your wifi network, they can't easily Google "Foscam default username/password" and log into your camera with ease. 6.) On your Foscam CAMERA(s): Update the camera's firmware periodically. There are exploits that come out which exploit the vulnerability on some of the ports/services that run on the camera (as with any device on the planet). Be sure to keep up-to-date on the firmware. Apologies for being thorough. Hope this helps!
56254
I am using blue iris and the camera has a built in recording capabilities thru the web interface
2182482
I didn't use blue iris. I downloaded a free app called tinyCam Monitor. We also have the foscam app on another phone - both are free and both work well. you can video on both
1368839
Yes, the camera has a pretty decent set of tools/services/options built into it. It will be necessary to forward the IP ports on your router/firewall in order to view it. You will want to purchase the Blue Iris software to go along with this camera anyway for advanced DVR recording. It will also let you stream live as well as playback from archive. The Blue Iris software will be much easier to work with rather than the camera software. The picture quality is amazing.
363128
you don't need the internet to run the box by itself. As far as I know the Rubio built in guide will work with out the internet. however, if you need to update software for either Rubio or channel master you will need the internet.
2182483
The software included is NOT from Blue Iris. You can buy Blue Iris for $50 for any amount of cameras your system can support. You will need a decent processor in your computer to run multiple cameras.
944231
Yes. Blue Iris is what I use. If you plan on connecting more than one of these cameras I highly recommend Blue Iris.
1449402
Any ip camera software will work. We use bot blue iris as well as other pic and smartphone software.