Can I connect this camera directly to my computer using Belkins video grabber. If so, how do I perform pan and tilt function? Does it come with some software with which I can pan/tilt?
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You could use the Belkin video grabber to input the video signal from the camera only. You would need a separate controller for the pan and tilt function. There are PCI PTZ add-on cards for computers that have both a RS-485 and RS-232 controller on them, but they seem to be in the $80-90 range so you could have a night owl DVR for that if you shopped hard enough. There are also joysticks that you can buy for RS-232 to control it, but none of this is really cost effective over just getting a separate DVR that will do everything you want and allow you to see it/control it from your smartphone. You could use the Belkin video grabber to input the video signal from the camera only. You would need a separate controller for the pan and tilt function. There are PCI PTZ add-on cards for computers that have both a RS-485 and RS-232 controller on them, but they seem to be in the $80-90 range so you could have a night owl DVR for that if you shopped hard enough. There are also joysticks that you can buy for RS-232 to control it, but none of this is really cost effective over just getting a separate DVR that will do everything you want and allow you to see it/control it from your smartphone.
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You could use the Belkin video grabber to input the video signal from the camera only. You would need a separate controller for the pan and tilt function. There are PCI PTZ add-on cards for computers that have both a RS-485 and RS-232 controller on them, but they seem to be in the $80-90 range so you could have a night owl DVR for that if you shopped hard enough. There are also joysticks that you can buy for RS-232 to control it, but none of this is really cost effective over just getting a separate DVR that will do everything you want and allow you to see it/control it from your smartphone.
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Your going to need this to control the ptz RS485-USB 2.0 Converter Adapter for PTZ Camera Computer Win7 32Bit DVR Card and this one will allow u to view it BNC RCA S-Video Audio To USB DVR Adapter MPEG Editor Recorder Watch From what I can c the belkin has a different video in connection
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I am not sure if this is possible. When I did my research this particular camera was recommended for Night Owl DVR's but I am sure it can be used on other DVRs. Not familiar with Belkin's video grabber but it looks like it could but you won't won't be able to pan or tilt. That can only be done form a phone app or locally on the DVR admin. Sorry I do not have more info.
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I haven't tried connecting the camera to another device beside the Night Owl DVR, but don't se why it would not work.Regarding the Pan/Tilt, that is done from separate connection between the camera and the DVR. That function is controlled through the Night Owl software.
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It's supposed to connect to your DVR. NO software, because the DVR software controls PT function.
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Thomas, I love the camera!!! It's extremely easy to transfer the videos to your PC to edit. I have found that even though the software initially permits "frame to frame" editing, it actually edits in segments on the PC. When transferring to "YouTube" I have lost the last segment, yet, I'm a novice at this. It is possible to edit on the camera directly which I have not yet tried. The camera is new to me and I wasn't yet confident enough that I may loose my videos while editing on the camera. The camera is amazing for far distance shooting, the main reason for my purchase. Hope this has been of help. cj
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You can do both at the same time. I found this freeware called "ContaCam". this is perfect for this ip cam!! but of course, you need a camera server, but if you don't want camera server, do it on dlink cloud, you can still view but just cant constantly record it (with motion detection).
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You'll need a camera that can play / record from / to miniDV tapes. Then you just have to interface that camera from its cable source (usb or firewire) to the computers input; with some sort of capture software. It isn't so easy as newer cameras that have hdd / flash drives, since the tapes don't store 'files' so to speak. Sorry you lost the camera.
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The Astak pan/tilt IP camera is wireless, once it has been set up ( does of course require a wire from the power source ). This product worked fine for over a year however support from the service provider YOICS does not respond to help requests any longer.
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This camera can not be connected to a computer directly. However, you can use a convertor to do so, here is the link, please check. VideoSecu PC to TV Converter VGA to RCA S-Video Mac Computer Laptop to Composite Video Switcher C33
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This being an analog camera needs a display card installed into a computer so that the image can be displayed on the monitor. From there I don't know how you can capture the image and send it via the internet but I suppose it can be done. However, why go to all of this trouble when you can purchase an IP camera (that has a noticeably better image) and utilizing it's IP address send it to any computer in the world. Additionally, the IP camera is the same price but also admittedly, it is somewhat harder to set up but with all of the help on the net you can do it....I was able to. Good luck but you really won't need it to get some nice video of the traffic in front of your home using an IP camera.
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The camera itself is not designed to connect to a computer. The Lukas viewer application (which is also used to configure the device and view recorded data from the included SD card) is only available for PC from what I can tell. If you've got Parallels or Boot Camp you should be able to run the software on your Mac.
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As long as your have working internet and a web browser, yes...but to clarify...you will be logging into Belkin's netcam website to view your video content. You cannot view the video directly from the Netcam and your local network.
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As Kevin said it will connect like a flash drive when plugged in.While you asked I might as well add: if anyone else is wondering about OLDER software,I have used it on an older computer running Win XP that doesn't support the camera's share software and used the camera with the USB cord as a flash drive no problem.The only *issue* I had is the camera has to be turned on, (on my computer at least) it will it shut off and disconnect if it sits idle too long. Not a big deal, but just figured I would tell you.. if you connected it, then went to go do something and come back and your directory is gone.. just turn the camera back on. :) As Kevin said it will connect like a flash drive when plugged in.While you asked I might as well add: if anyone else is wondering about OLDER software,I have used it on an older computer running Win XP that doesn't support the camera's share software and used the camera with the USB cord as a flash drive no problem.The only *issue* I had is the camera has to be turned on, (on my computer at least) it will it shut off and disconnect if it sits idle too long. Not a big deal, but just figured I would tell you.. if you connected it, then went to go do something and... » Read More As Kevin said it will connect like a flash drive when plugged in.While you asked I might as well add: if anyone else is wondering about OLDER software,I have used it on an older computer running Win XP that doesn't support the camera's share software and used the camera with the USB cord as a flash drive no problem.The only *issue* I had is the camera has to be turned on, (on my computer at least) it will it shut off and disconnect if it sits idle too long. Not a big deal, but just figured I would tell you.. if you connected it, then went to go do something and come back and your directory is gone.. just turn the camera back on. :) « Show Less
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Did you ever figure out how to use your Sony Handycam DCR-DVD108 with your Imac/Imovie? I still haven't -- but there has to be a way, right? I gave up a while back, but am now ready to try again. Please let me know if you have any tips.
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You will only be able to tilt our pan camera angle if you attach a video head to crane. That also mean you will operate camera from the camera end of the crane in order to tilt or pan. Not from the boom arm end. It does not mean it's wrong. It's just a different way. Production class cranes or jobs can work either way.
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Certain cameras can hook up to a computer via USB cable. For others... like SONY... u may have to get the program. U might be able to search for it online. Sony has a website to where u can either purchase it or download it to ur computer. Or. last but not least, look in the manual for the camera. Hope this info works for u. If not, research further. Good luck.
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I checked the system requirements guide that came with the camera and it states that 'remote viewing' can be used with a PC or Mac, however, there is nothing to indicate that it can be set up with a Mac OS and in the setup manual there is only reference to a Windows OS. Check with Logitech first. It is a great video surveillance system nevertheless.
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You know, I have never used the pan and tilt at the same time. First off I am using this head with a DSLR and not a video camera. Having said that, I usually set the tilt and then just pan as I am shoot. I know this head seems to be real smooth as long as I don't snug it down too tight. I may try to put some graphite on it and just see as smooth it will make it operate. I do know you have to be careful using graphite as it will get all over EVERYTHING! Sorry I could not have been more help to you.
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What type of firewire did you get to download the video from the camera to the PC? I have tried the Belkin one that others have bought, but the PC doesn't recognize it.
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it's been a long time since I've used mine....I converted to digital, but as I recall, it worked with my older computer and when I bought a new Toshiba laptop, it was not compatible with the usb input. I tried a few things that Best Buy suggested, but I couldn't get it to work. That's not to say there isn't a way...a converter perhaps. I will say that this was a great video camera. I've got dozens of videos that I will soon pull out and watch. I loved it, but technology advances very quickly.