Frequently Asked Questions; Network Camera Features - D-Link DCS-6111 User Manual

Section 5 - Frequently Asked Questions
This chapter provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the DCS-6111. Read the
following descriptions if you are having any problems.

Network Camera Features

1. What is a Fixed Dome Day & Night Network Camera With WDR Sensor?
The Fixed Dome Day & Night Network Camera With WDR Sensor is a stand-alone system connecting directly to an Ethernet or Fast
Ethernet network. The Fixed Dome Day & Night Network Camera With WDR Sensor differs from a conventional PC Camera because
it has an integrated system with built-in CPU and web-based solutions, providing a low cost solution that can transmit high quality
video images for monitoring. The Fixed Dome Day & Night Network Camera With WDR Sensor can be remotely managed, accessed and
controlled using a web browser from any computer over an Intranet or Internet.
2. What is the maximum number of users that can access DCS-6111 simultaneously?
The maximum number of users that can log onto the Fixed Dome Day & Night Network Camera With WDR Sensor at the same time is
10. Please keep in mind the overall performance of the transmission speed will be reduced if many users have logged on to the camera
simultaneously.
There is no limit on the number of users when a multicast-enabled router is being used. The multicast protocol helps reduce the network
bandwidth consumption. Note that the Network Camera must be configured to enable multicast streaming. For more information, see
RTSP Streaming on page 44.
3. What algorithm is used to compress the digital image?
The Fixed Dome Day & Night Network Camera With WDR Sensor utilizes MPEG-4 simple profile or MJPEG Mode image compression
technology providing high quality images. MJPEG is a standard for image compression and it can be applied to various web browsers
and application software without installing any extra software
4. Can I capture still images from the Fixed Dome Day & Night Network Camera With WDR Sensor?
Yes you can capture still images using the snapshot function.
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