WebEye E10/E104
WebEye E10/E104
User’s Guide
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I. Introduction
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What is WebEye ?
The WebEye is a camera server with an integrated Internet server, image compression device, built
in CCD, flash memory, and many other features. No other hardware is necessary for use. The
WebEye connects directly to a network and provides real time images over networks and the
Internet. Simply provide power and connect LAN cable to the WebEye. WebEye utilizes Wavelet
image compression and Linux operating system. Wavelet and Linux enable WebEye to transfer
high quality images faster and with a greater degree of reliability than standard JPEG systems.
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Features and Benefits
Ease of Use –
WebEye requires either Netscape Navigator 4.7 (or higher) or Microsoft Internet
Explorer 5.0 (or higher) for use. Windows 2000 is recommended for best results. Connect WebEye
to the Internet and it is ready for use.
Compatible with most Systems and Protocols –
WebEye supports TCP/IP networking, SMTP,
HTTP and other Internet-related protocols. In addition, the WebEye can be used in mixed operating
system environments, such as Windows, UNIX, Macintosh and OS/2. WebEye also integrates
easily into other Internet/Intranet applications and CGI scripts.
Simple Administration -
WebEye can be configured and managed directly from its own web page.
Moreover, as new upgrades become available, it is easy to upgrade all WebEye camera products
remotely over the network.
Wavelet Image Format -
Unlike many other products that need to fracture image files prior to
broadcast, the WebEye delivers complete, highly compressed pictures in Wavelet format. Wavelet
has image compression rates 30-300% higher than standard JPEG. By utilizing Wavelet, image file
sizes are much smaller than conventional camera servers and Wavelet's image quality is superior to
other camera servers as well. Wavelet can transmit up to 123 frames per second.
External Device Connection -
External devices such as IR-sensors, switches, alarm relays and
external video input can be connected to WebEye via the auxiliary Input/Output port.
User’s Programmable Space
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WebEye contains 4.5MB of configurable Flash Memory for
user-programmable and user-configurable space. Because WebEye also acts as a server, this space
can be used to create a personal web page.
Embedded Linux Operating System –
WebEye uses an embedded Linux operating system within
its 32bit RISC CPU. Linux is based on UNIX and is one of the most stable operating systems
available. There is very little chance of the operating system crashing.
