In darkness, SecureView is sensitive enough to give you a readable image
with the bare minimum of lighting. The built-in, patented infra-red system will
see in total darkness to a maximum of 30 feet; more with supplemental IR
floodlights.
What About This Infra-Red?
Many people misunderstand the idea of infra-red lighting. If you already have
motion detectors installed in your home, or if you use a remote control on
your TV, you are using different forms of infra-red. Without getting into optics
and physics, the simple explanation is this: Infra-red is "invisible light." What
we refer to as "white" infra-red is a portion of the IR spectrum which can be
transmitted, reflected, and imaged by a video camera. SecureView cameras
include our proven built-in IR enhancement, for sharp video pictures even in
total darkness. There are no "thermal" or heat-sensing properties to this
enhancement; it works just like visible light--you don't "see" it, but the camera
does, and delivers the image as a standard black-and-white video picture.
How Many Cameras?
The entry-level, single-camera SecureView will be upgradeable to a four-
camera system. We expect future upgrades and improvements to include
more cameras.
If I Want to Watch in More than One Room?
Simply add extra decoders to the
system.
What Channel Does It Play On?
S e c u r e View doesn't "broadcast" on any channel. It uses "line level"
composite video, which plugs into your TV or VCR at the "Line In," "Video In,"
"Aux," or "A/V" connection, usually placed below channel 2 on your set, or on
a separate button on your machine or your remote control.
Can I Record the Picture?
Of course. SecureView is fully "plug and play" compatible with any device
using standard RCAconnections. You can plug the video feed direct into your
VCR, and record instantly. Monitor through your TV, or take the tape with you
and play it on any other VCR.
Is SecureView Internet Compatible?
Yes! Any PC equipped with an analog video capture device can accept live
video feeds from SecureView, and send them over the Internet. The type and
quality of your Internet transmission is determined by your computer's
hardware and software, and the speed of your online hookup. You are no
longer limited by the range of a "ball" camera or short-cable PC cam. Use
SecureView to transmit from anywhere in your home, and watch on the
Internet from anywhere in the world!
We expect to offer a plug-in card and more sophisticated software in the near
future, which will allow even greater control.