After the camera is configured, do I need to have a computer running to send email alerts or will the camera generate the emails?
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2 ways to do this. 1. Type the camera IP address in the internet browser address bar and put the settings directly into the camera. 2. Use the TrendNet software to connect to the camera and pass the email settings to the camera. Either way, you don't need a computer to remain on for the alerts. Just make sure your host email provider accommodates this feature...check their forums.
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You need to go into setup for the camera, I think you have the scheduler turned on. Go into email/FTP Alarm, then click Alarm Service Settings, uncheck scheduler.
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no, just i can check your e-mail for the alerts , but i can check your cameras with your smartphone in real time , is very easy
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yes, I'm currently setup for it to do that, completely without pc.it can set schedule and sensitivity for motion detection and email themit also have a web interface which is 200% better than the app it come with in the cd.however its motion detection is software based, so it'll misfire frequently when there's change in lighting, or camera pan, etc
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You can if you tie your sms notifications to your e mail. But i have done that and its a pain if you get a lot of text messages. You have to go to both areas to delete.you will have to turn your motion detect under settings on the camera. Then pin it to your e mail and tie sms to e mail.but no camera only sends e mail. Its web based.
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Yes. You can set multiple times of day in the camera application for the camera to take a set of pictures and have them email'd to you. Or, you can set up motion detection, and it will do the the same thing. Or, you can watch the video stream real time. The camera application does not store 27/7 video or a loop of video. It only streams the real time video signal or sends a set of still pictures (motion detected or scheduled). You would need a dedicated computer, large hard drive, and an application to receive the cameras streaming video signal and store. Foscam may have an application that does this, recommend you check their website. If not, there are other suppliers. Yes. You can set multiple times of day in the camera application for the camera to take a set of pictures and have them email'd to you. Or, you can set up motion detection, and it will do the the same thing. Or, you can watch the video stream real time. The camera application does not store 27/7 video or a loop of video. It only streams the real time video signal or sends a set of still pictures (motion detected or scheduled). You would need a dedicated computer, large hard drive, and an application to receive the cameras streaming video signal and store. Foscam may have an application that... » Read More Yes. You can set multiple times of day in the camera application for the camera to take a set of pictures and have them email'd to you. Or, you can set up motion detection, and it will do the the same thing. Or, you can watch the video stream real time. The camera application does not store 27/7 video or a loop of video. It only streams the real time video signal or sends a set of still pictures (motion detected or scheduled). You would need a dedicated computer, large hard drive, and an application to receive the cameras streaming video signal and store. Foscam may have an application that does this, recommend you check their website. If not, there are other suppliers. « Show Less
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From what I understand,all data is recorded to the camera's internal chip. I believe nothing goes to the internet,unless you request that it does. I use a l6 GB micro chip and that covers a great amount of time.I use it for protection when on trips. All detected motion goes to your designated email account to view a snapshot of livetime of what triggered the recording.
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I am not a Tekkie but....I connected my camera to my router. Simple even for me. I did call support for help with connection parameters for G-Mail.
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I'm not sure if the software natively supports email. If not, you can use your favorite scripting language. There is a Python driver for the device here (http://neon-society-electronics.com/?p=44) which I have used before, and a Python email library here (https://docs.python.org/2/library/email-examples.html). It shouldn't take more than a couple lines to assemble a working system.
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You need an insteon capable hub to communicate with this device that is capable of sending email alerts. I use powerlinc usb hub with homeseer software to get alerts for this and many other isteon devices.
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While I have not set it up, it does give you the option in the admin / config menu. I do take a snapshot via my smart phone and store the image that way. You can also setup secure view pro to record and since it is a server you have options there as well for email events. I am new with these cameras but they seem very flexible and the provided software is ok but can be a little tough to configure. Hope this helps some
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The Email is a bit of a pain to set up. However, once you get it to work it works fine. I set it to give me alerts on a motion event. Which it does perfectly.
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I have my HooToo Cameras send an email with a set of photos each time the motion sensor alert occurs. If you have your iPhone set to alert you when new emails come in, this will work. If you have some type of notification device (such as an alarm dialer) or other alarm system, it also has "dry" contacts which could be used for setting that alarm as well. After the initial setup, I find these cameras to be very reliable. They will automatically reset after power failures, and if you do not have a fixed IP address, they can be set to email the new IP if it changes, and give you a notice after restarting after a power failure. I can't think of any "additional service" that you would need or want. I have my HooToo Cameras send an email with a set of photos each time the motion sensor alert occurs. If you have your iPhone set to alert you when new emails come in, this will work. If you have some type of notification device (such as an alarm dialer) or other alarm system, it also has "dry" contacts which could be used for setting that alarm as well. After the initial setup, I find these cameras to be very reliable. They will automatically reset after power failures, and if you do not have a fixed IP address, they can be set to email the new IP if it changes, and give you a... » Read More I have my HooToo Cameras send an email with a set of photos each time the motion sensor alert occurs. If you have your iPhone set to alert you when new emails come in, this will work. If you have some type of notification device (such as an alarm dialer) or other alarm system, it also has "dry" contacts which could be used for setting that alarm as well. After the initial setup, I find these cameras to be very reliable. They will automatically reset after power failures, and if you do not have a fixed IP address, they can be set to email the new IP if it changes, and give you a notice after restarting after a power failure. I can't think of any "additional service" that you would need or want. « Show Less
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I beleive this would be an option, in my application I was able to connect remotely to my camera and control and observe as well as have the camera send via email or text as many as 6 images when motion was sensed. I used this successfully in my application and was very pleased with its reliabilty. Image quality was excellent and send/receive times were in the area of 10 seconds.
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After the camera has been setup, no PC is required to operate it. The camera works standalone (just needs Internet access)
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Initially had camera setup to send me picture taken to cell phone when someone approaches door. Changed my email address password and somehow this stopped the camera from continuing to send email alerts. Not sure why or how this happened. When I reinstalled the program cannot some driver. I can see through the camera while sitting at the computer but it will no longer alert me when someone comes to door. The full version of the LOFTEK software is not installing properly There is no Alarm, Netwok, Advanced tabs. Not sure if the Active X is the problem.
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It depends on the device your are using to look at the pictures. I get notification via my Email. I look at my email thru smart phone, ipad, and desktop computer. You can view pictures at any time on those devices. The camera takes the pictures instantly once motion is detected. Viewing may be delayed a view seconds. This is a great home monitor.