would it work for outdoors through a window? Hi all Would this camera get a good picture though a glass window? I was debating this camera for a vacation home and I wanted it as much to be able to see what the weather is like there as for security. I do want the camera for inside for security & such but I also wanted to be able to watch the driveway a bit to see who is coming & going etc. If this camera was just set on a window sill would it get a picture through a window & it be some what clear? Does anyone else have one near a window or have you tried this?? Just curious. Not only was this camera less expensive than the outdoor model but it sounded like it was an easier set up etc. would it work for outdoors through a window? Hi all Would this camera get a good picture though a glass window? I was debating this camera for a vacation home and I wanted it as much to be able to... » Read More would it work for outdoors through a window? Hi all Would this camera get a good picture though a glass window? I was debating this camera for a vacation home and I wanted it as much to be able to see what the weather is like there as for security. I do want the camera for inside for security & such but I also wanted to be able to watch the driveway a bit to see who is coming & going etc. If this camera was just set on a window sill would it get a picture through a window & it be some what clear? Does anyone else have one near a window or have you tried this?? Just curious. Not only was this camera less expensive than the outdoor model but it sounded like it was an easier set up etc. « Show Less
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thanks so much. The picture was pretty clear though it looked so still there I wasn't sure if was really a video feed I was watching or a still shot. But thanks it's always a good thing to see a camera in action prior to purchaseing...
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You are welcome!If you clicked on the photo and it opened the feed in a new window - that is a live feed. It will have "TenM3 live" marked on the upper left.Today was a calm day - not much breeze. Please try tomorrow morning or during the day. It is supposed to be more windy and in the live feed you'll see the tree swaying.
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Create a shadow or black matte for the camera to prevent a reflection on the window. Similar to cupping your hands on a window when you wish to see outside at night if the interior lights are turned on. To try it out, just put the camera in a shoe box to lower the amount of light reflecting from inside the room. This should help reduce the reflection. Or cut a hole in a piece of black construction paper just large enough that the camera lens will maintain the full image, but the paper will stop or lower the glass reflection.
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I have mine in a window sill and it works fine with one exception. During the daylight hours there is a reflection of the camera back into the camera. This is not a fault of the camera, but if anyone else has experienced the same thing and found a solution I would appreciate hearing about it. Because I accidently came upon this site and don't know if I could find it again, please email me at tmf24556@aol.comTom
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Check the differences (features, video quality) between the BL-C131 and BB-HCM581 in these recordings.http://www.tenm3.com/blogs/?p=243The 581 has 21x optical zoom which is very useful in certain applications. It also has a wider range of Pan-Tilt.Uploading to Youtube degrades the video quality but you should get an idea.Both cameras are behind a glass window.You can also go to the above recordings by going to the 'blogs' page at www.tenm3.com and looking for the "network cameras - sample recordings" post.
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It works well through a glass window. See an example here. The camera is behind a glass window.http://www.tenm3.com/blogs/?p=180Follow the link and click on the photo to see the live weather. The feed is from the TenM3 service
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Yes I'd planned on going back to see it & I could see on the next video the clock moving etc. I figured it was just real calm night & I just loved the picture it was giving.. We did buy one of our own now and I can't wait to set it up & yes I will go back and watch yours again too. Thanks again this was great...
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Here's an image from this camera placed behind a glass window: http://www.society9.com/frequently-asked-questions-on-the-panasonic-bl-c131a-network-camera/
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No, this is not for outdoor use, and it is not waterproof. If you were to place the DROPCAM on a window sill, pointing outwards, I would turn the NIGHT VISION option off, because the NIGHT VISION lights will reflect off the GLASS in the window, and record what is going on INSIDE that particular room. If you have decent security lighting outside your home, then the DROPCAM should work fine without the NIGHT VISION option. Keep in mind also, that if there is a screen in the window, you will see those little black squares (from the screen), but you will still get an adequate image of the outside. Hope that helped you some. Blessings! No, this is not for outdoor use, and it is not waterproof. If you were to place the DROPCAM on a window sill, pointing outwards, I would turn the NIGHT VISION option off, because the NIGHT VISION lights will reflect off the GLASS in the window, and record what is going on INSIDE that particular room. If you have decent security lighting outside your home, then the DROPCAM should work fine without the NIGHT VISION option. Keep in mind also, that if there is a screen in the window, you will see those little black squares (from the screen), but you will still get an adequate image of the... » Read More No, this is not for outdoor use, and it is not waterproof. If you were to place the DROPCAM on a window sill, pointing outwards, I would turn the NIGHT VISION option off, because the NIGHT VISION lights will reflect off the GLASS in the window, and record what is going on INSIDE that particular room. If you have decent security lighting outside your home, then the DROPCAM should work fine without the NIGHT VISION option. Keep in mind also, that if there is a screen in the window, you will see those little black squares (from the screen), but you will still get an adequate image of the outside. Hope that helped you some. Blessings! « Show Less
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It is not an outdoor cam or weather proof unless maybe you have under a over hand and you would have to have a USB AC power source. You can kinda use it as a back up cam but only if you make sure the screen is on as it shuts off after 3 mins.
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the sun for me is sometimes directly behind the porch. it does interfere with the view but so few people come to my door that i can't really say whether it's a problem. i am certain i will still be able to make out that someone is there. anyway this is not an hd camera. you can see vague outlines of a person but the quality of the picture is such that if you had a video tape of a person and turned it in to police they might have to find someone who knows the person to recognize them and track them down. the benefit to you is that without betraying the fact that you are there you are able to see outside. if you want a high quality video you will need a different solution. the sun for me is sometimes directly behind the porch. it does interfere with the view but so few people come to my door that i can't really say whether it's a problem. i am certain i will still be able to make out that someone is there. anyway this is not an hd camera. you can see vague outlines of a person but the quality of the picture is such that if you had a video tape of a person and turned it in to police they might have to find someone who knows the person to recognize them and track them down. the benefit to you is that without betraying the fact that you are there you are able to... » Read More the sun for me is sometimes directly behind the porch. it does interfere with the view but so few people come to my door that i can't really say whether it's a problem. i am certain i will still be able to make out that someone is there. anyway this is not an hd camera. you can see vague outlines of a person but the quality of the picture is such that if you had a video tape of a person and turned it in to police they might have to find someone who knows the person to recognize them and track them down. the benefit to you is that without betraying the fact that you are there you are able to see outside. if you want a high quality video you will need a different solution. « Show Less
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Daytime photos/video are great. However, night time would be a problem...the quality is not good.... I would not recommend it for that purpose.....hope I helped answer your concerns...
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this camera would work fine outside as long as you keep it out of the weather. i know that sounds contradictory but even though this says "outdoor" i would try to keep it under a roof or eave or something that shields it from the worst of the weather. as far as operating temps...i would not expect anything wireless to work well in the winter so take that into consideration if you live in a northern climate.
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Interesting. I never tried one inside glass. Cannot see any reason it would not work since it views optical. I have some outside but under a roof. I have a wireless one taped to a tree in front of the house. It tells me when the mail goes.
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I have mine pointed out a window from my garage at my front door, and so i can see the mail (L-shaped house). It works well in the day unless the sun is directly on the camera which washes out the image and unless its night when the infrared lights bounces off the window and all you see are reflections.
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Everything I've seen costs at least $50 and will probably cause more problems than solutions. With any enclosure I think you will have problems with IR reflecting off the inside of the dome, degrading your night capability. I would look for a camera designed for outdoor use...unfortunately all the ones I have seen are significantly more expensive than Foscam. I have had mine outdoors without any enclosure but mounted under a roof and well shielded from the rain for a year or so. No problems at all. I live in the tropics, so very high humidity, bugs, and high temps are the norm. No problems at all so far. I also note the Foscam web site has a newer 9821E model that has higher resolution and POE, but I haven't seen it yet for sale on Amazon.
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It depends on the camera's proximity and position to the window. In short: the window's glass might reflect the camera's IR lights, generating a glare that will range from insignificant to completely blown out.If you *really* need reliable outdoor surveillance, consider one of the outdoor models like SCNC3905 or SCNC3805.
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English please??? I think you're asking if you can put the camera in a window. If that's your question I'd say, "no, the glass would probably block the motion sensing of the camera". I'm not sure about that but there's also the problem of the flash reflecting on the window and whiting out the picture. I'm just a consumer, not a scientist, so my answer is just a supposition.
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I don't believe so. The motion sensor wouldn't work through the glass. Sensor signals would bounce off the glass and cause the camera to snap uncontrollably. You can mount it right outside, that's what it's designed for. I use mine for the same reason at my trash station, outside all year long, rain, snow, cold & hot, nice camera works well, you will catch them red handed.
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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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I have this camera and have used it outdoors, on my front deck, exclusively. It is semi covered from the elements. From rain, sleet, snow, temps at or around 10°, and high winds, it works fine. The only problem I have had is with the wireless features on occasion. I decided to go with ethernet due to the random loss of connection wirelessly. Otherwise, it works great.
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It will not hold up outdoors in the elements unless you can mount it under an eve or some other place where it will be out of the weather. It is not weather proof. I would suggest not using this outdoors. I have used one in a basement for several years now and the quality is equal to many other cameras that I have. Works great indoors to disguise as a camera. Nobody pays any attention to it which was my intention.
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the camera should see what your eye sees if you looked out the window. so any reflections from the sun - lack of light will affect the camera as well as your eye - except these cameras do better in less light than my eyes do. that being said, if you can gimme a few hours till I can get home from work. i'll set mine up and test it just like that and let u know the results. I've been thinking about one for the back-yard myself & this is a good excuse for me to see if it'll work from the inside looking out. i'll get back w/ you in about 24 hrs.
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This camera should not be used outdoors, even under any over-head cover. There is another model for outdoor use. Also, when I purchased this camera, the Amazon description stated that it has 2 way audio... it has NO way audio. I was very unhappy about that. There is a audio out port, but it does nothing. Confirmed with Schlage support.