Would be nice if you said how this cam is powered????
450456
The camera is powered by an external, plug-in, transformer, not PoE. You'll need an outlet within eight feet or so or an extension cord and a way to protect the transformer from weather. Personally, take a look at Grandstream cameras, more expensive but higher resolution and PoE.
450457
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.
450458
It's powered by a 120v adapter, so you'll need an outlet within a few feet of where you wish to locate it.
1484490
Each cam has a power plug that connects to a single cable to the DVR via a split cable adapter.. Very simple setup. Great system
1046189
You don't. When you plug it it, it's automatically powered. Then, the software is in charge to control it.Let's say you are using Skype; unless you enable a video conference, the webcam will remain powered but disabled.
599331
It is just the camera. It is meant as a replacement. It will need a power supply and a wire to connect to a recording device(DVR, Computer, VCR).
917736
No.Per the designed setup the camera is only powered when the reverse rear lights are on. You could setup an alternate power source, always on, which would keep the camera and system on.
2259462
The camera gets its power via ethernet. So the ethernet goes into the cam and into a box that will go into the power outlet. I had a spot at my house prewired with an ethernet to install such a cam (PoE, power over ethernet). The way the cam is detected is via the power system in your house.
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some camera's can only be powered in this way. Power cords aren't always long enough either, so an extension cord would be needed which isn't always pratical.For some people it's more about aesthetics than about supplying power (when you only have to hide one cable instead of two).But in the end it's up to the end-user what to do in a give situation.
176798
the monitor and camera have there own power source. There are two ac adapters. And the GE home monitor works great.
514601
Hello, the camera can be powered by PoE or by the 12v power adapter that is provided in the packaging.
1200732
Dear,would you pls tell us where did you buy this item ? and same as us ?dear, this camera has internal battery ,but it cann't support to record ,pls connect it to the car charger ,should connect with the power.thank you pls try it again.
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Not an engineer here but if you can create steady dc power that equals what the camera needs, I don't see why not. It ships with a unit that plugs into an AC outlet which converts the voltage to what the camera needs. I am at work so I can't look at mine. I would think your solar power idea would need to have battery backup otherwise the cam will be down at night or on cloudy days.
745738
er ...electricity? The camera has to be plugged into a mains feed, but the monitor can be taken off its stand (which charges the battery) and used as a mobile unit for an hour or so.
2237228
You need a microphone with power, a battery, because I think that camcorder doesn't provide the necessary power. Google phantom power.
1829405
It comes with a composite video pigtail and a small tripod. It can run off power as long as the source is able to provide enough current.
674166
NO built-in but totally unnecessary as the cameras also need electrical power. If you explain your application I can supply you with a DIY solution. How far are your cameras from the receiver? If power fails to cameras, having DC for the monitor is moot point. NO reliable camera system operates from straight battery as within 24 hours, you are up a pole pulling down a camera to change its battery. Since each device (cameras and monitor) requires very little current, 6V rechargeable power supplies are the solution. For wiring diagrams/parts list etc: http://liveclick.us/247tech/
1015796
the camera isn't wireless but the video monitor is. The camera must be plugged into a power source.
814185
I'm sorry Bonnie, but for some reason my message to you got cut off so here is the most important part for you. I also use it for home surveillance. The short answer to your question is NO! you cannot connect an external power supply to these cameras. Hope this was of some help. Pete