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  • Page 1 CNet CIC-930W User’s Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION... 1 Overview ... 1 Physical Details - Network Camera ... 4 Package Contents ... 5 CHAPTER 2 BASIC SETUP ... 6 System Requirements... 6 Installation - Network Camera... 7 Setup using the Windows Wizard ... 8 CHAPTER 3 VIEWING LIVE VIDEO ... 13 Overview ...
  • Page 3 Recording Video ... 65 CHAPTER 7 TROUBLESHOOTING ... 70 Overview ... 70 Problems... 70 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS... 72 Network Camera ... 72 Regulatory Approvals ... 72 Copyright Notice... 74 APPENDIX B STREAMING VIDEO/AUDIO SOLUTION... 90 Overview ... 90 Streaming Video/Audio through Internet Camera... 90 P/N: 956YFF0007 Copyright ©...
  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction This Chapter provides details of the Network Camera's features, components and capabilities. Overview The Network Camera has an Integrated Microcomputer and a high quality CMOS digital- Image-Sensor, enabling it to display high quality live streaming video over your wired LAN, the Internet, and for the Network Camera, an 802.11g Wireless LAN.
  • Page 5: Internet Features

    • Stream Live Video to Multiple Users. into the camera generate a ready-to-view video stream. Just connect to the camera using your Web browser or the provided Windows utility to view live video. • Suitable for Home, Business or Public Facilities Public Facility surveillance, or just for entertainment and fun, the Network Camera has the features you need.
  • Page 6: Wireless Features

    Wireless Features • Standards Compliant. specifications for Wireless LANs. • Supports both 802.11b and 802.11g Standards. 802.11b and 802.11g standards. • Speeds to 54Mbps. All speeds up to the 802.11g maximum of 54Mbps are supported. • Wired and Wireless Network Support. wireless transmission.
  • Page 7: Physical Details - Network Camera

    Physical Details - Network Camera Front - Network Camera No physical adjustment is required or possible for the lens, but you Lens should ensure that the lens cover remain clean. The image quality is degraded if the lens cover is dirty or smudged. The built-in microphone is mounted on the front.
  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Note: After this procedure is completed, the Power LED will blink three times to confirm that the reset was completed successfully. Package Contents The following items should be included: If any of these items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately. 1.
  • Page 9: Chapter 2 Basic Setup

    Chapter 2 Basic Setup This Chapter provides details of installing and configuring the Network Camera. System Requirements • To use the wired LAN interface, a standard 10/100BaseT hub or switch and network cable is required. • To use the Wireless interface on the Network Camera, other Wireless devices must be compliant with the IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g specifications.
  • Page 10: Installation - Network Camera

    Installation - Network Camera 1. Assemble the Camera Screw the supplied antenna to the mounting point on the rear. Attach the Camera Mount to the camera. 2. Connect the LAN Cable Connect the Network Camera to a 10/100BaseT hub or switch, using a standard LAN cable.
  • Page 11: Setup Using The Windows Wizard

    Setup using the Windows Wizard Initial setup should be performed using the supplied Windows-based setup Wizard. This program can locate the Network Camera even if its IP address is invalid for your network. You can then configure the Network Camera with appropriate TCP/IP settings for your LAN. Subsequent administration can be performed with your Web browser, as explained in Chapter 5 - Web-based Management.
  • Page 12 • Select the desired Camera from the list on the left. The current settings for the selected Camera will be displayed in the table on the right. • Click Next to continue. 3. You will be prompted to enter the Administrator Name and Administrator Password, as shown below.
  • Page 13 • Fixed IP Address is recommended, and can always be used. • Dynamic IP Address can only be used if your LAN has a DCHP Server. Click Next to continue. 6. If you chose Fixed IP Address, the following TCP/IP Settings screen will be displayed. •...
  • Page 14 • Click Next if the settings are correct • Click Back to modify any incorrect values. 8. Click OK to confirm that you want to save the new settings. If you want to cancel your changes, click Cancel. 9. After clicking OK, you will see the screen below. Figure 8: Save Settings Figure 9: Confirm Screen...
  • Page 15 Figure 10: Final Screen Clicking the Install Utility button will install the Viewing/Recording utility described in Chapter 6 - Windows Viewing/Recording Utility. 10. Click Exit to end the Wizard. Setup is now complete.
  • Page 16: Chapter 3 Viewing Live Video

    Chapter 3 Viewing Live Video This Chapter provides basic information about viewing live video. Overview After finishing setup via the Windows-based Wizard, all LAN users can view live video using Internet Explorer on Windows. This Chapter has details of viewing live video using Internet Explorer. But many other powerful features and options are available: •...
  • Page 17 5. Click View Video. 6. If the Administrator has restricted access to known users, you will then be prompted for a username and password. Enter the name and password assigned to you by the Network Camera administrator. 7. The first time you connect to the camera, you will be prompted to install an ActiveX component (OCX or CAB file), as in the example below.
  • Page 18: Connecting To A Camera Via The Internet

    Connecting to a Camera via the Internet You can NOT connect to a camera via the Internet unless the camera Administrator has configured both the camera and the Internet Gateway/Router used by the camera. See Making Video available from the Internet in Chapter 4 - Advanced Viewing Setup for details of the required configuration.
  • Page 19 4. When you connect, the following screen will be displayed. 5. Click View Video. 6. If the Administrator has restricted access to known users, you will then be prompted for a username and password. Enter the name and password assigned to you by the Network Camera administrator. 7.
  • Page 20: Viewing Live Video

    Viewing Live Video After installing the ActiveX component, you will be able to view the live video stream in its own window, as shown below. There are a number of options available on this screen, accessed by select list, button or icon. See the table below for details.
  • Page 21: Chapter 4 Advanced Viewing Setup

    Chapter 4 Advanced Viewing Setup This Chapter provides information about the optional settings and features for viewing video via the Network Camera. This Chapter is for the Camera Administrator only. Introduction This chapter describes some additional settings and options for viewing live Video: •...
  • Page 22 3. Make the required adjustments, as explained below, and save your changes. MPEG-4 Settings Resolution Select the desired video resolution format. The default resolution is set to 320*240. • Video Quality Control • Select the desired Maximum bandwidth for the video stream. Note Max.
  • Page 23 Select the desired option for the sharpness. You can select a Sharpness Sharpness value between -3 and 3. Options Microphone Enable audio by checking this checkbox. Using Audio will increase the bandwidth requirements slightly. Speaker Enable speaker sound by checking this checkbox. Time Stamp If enabled, the current time will be displayed on the Video image.
  • Page 24: Controlling User Access To The Video Stream

    Controlling User Access to the Video Stream By default, anyone can connect to the Network Camera and view live Video at any time. If desired, you can limit access to scheduled times, and also restrict access to known users. To Control User Access to Live Video: 1.
  • Page 25: Making Video Available From The Internet

    Making Video available from the Internet If your LAN is connected to the Internet, typically by a Broadband Gateway/Router and Broadband modem, you can make the Network Camera available via the Internet. You will need to configure your Router or Gateway to allow connections from the Internet to the camera. Router/Gateway Setup Your Router or Gateway must be configured to pass incoming TCP (HTTP) connections (from Internet Viewers) to the Network Camera.
  • Page 26 Network Camera Setup The Network Camera configuration does NOT have be changed, unless: • You wish to change the port number from the default value (1024). • You wish to use the DDNS (Dynamic DNS) feature of the Network Camera. HTTP Port Configuration Normally, HTTP (Web) connections use port 80.
  • Page 27: Viewing Live Video Via The Internet

    3. Operation is then automatic: • The Network Camera will automatically contact the DDNS server whenever it detects that the Internet IP address has changed, and inform the DDNS server of the new IP address. • Internet users can then connect to the camera using the Domain Name allocated by the DDNS service provider.
  • Page 28 Where the Router/Gateway's Domain name is mycamera.dyndns.tv and the "Secondary Port" number on the Network Camera is 1024. Viewing Live Video with the Viewing/Recording Utility If using the Windows Viewing/Recording Utility, the details of the Network Camera must be entered on the Camera Setup screen. Figure 21: Add Camera See Chapter 6 - Windows Monitor/Playback/IP Recorder Utility for full details on using the Windows Viewing/Recording utility.
  • Page 29: Motion Detection Alerts

    Motion Detection Alerts The Motion Detection feature can generate an Alert when motion is detected. The Network Camera will compare consecutive frames to detect changes caused by the movement of large objects. But the motion detector can also be triggered by: •...
  • Page 30 If the Motion Detection feature is enabled, but E-Mail is not enabled, then the only action when motion is detected is to log this event in the system log.
  • Page 31: Chapter 5 Web-Based Management

    Chapter 5 Web-based Management This Chapter provides Setup details of the Network Camera’s Web-based Interface. This Chapter is for the Camera Administrator only. Introduction The Network Camera can be configured using your Web Browser. The Network Camera must have an IP address which is compatible with your PC. The recommended method to ensure this is to use the supplied Windows-based Wizard, as described in Chapter 2 - Basic Setup.
  • Page 32: Welcome Screen

    Welcome Screen When you connect, the following screen will be displayed. The menu options available from this screen are: • View Video - View live Video using your Web Browser. See Chapter 3 - Viewing Live Video for details. • Administration - Access the Administration menu.
  • Page 33: Administration Menu

    Administration Menu Clicking on Administration on the menu provides access to all the settings for the Network Camera. The Administration menu contains the following options: Setup • System • Network • Wireless • DDNS Video & Audio • Video & Audio •...
  • Page 34: System Screen

    System Screen After clicking Administration on the main menu, or selecting System on the Administration menu, you will see a screen like the example below. Data - System Screen System Settings Device ID This displays the name for the Network Camera. Camera Name Enter the desired name for the camera.
  • Page 35 Choose the Time Zone for your location from the drop-down list. Time Zone If your location is currently using Daylight Saving, enable the Adjust for daylight saving checkbox. You must UNCHECK this checkbox when Daylight Saving finishes. Network Time Enable or disable the Time Server feature as required. Protocol If Enabled, the Network Camera will contact a Network Time Server at regular intervals and update its internal timer.
  • Page 36: Network Screen

    Network Screen This screen is displayed when the Network menu option is clicked. Data - Network Screen Network Obtain an IP If selected, the Network Camera will obtain its IP address and Address related information from a DHCP Server. Only select this option if your LAN has a DHCP Server.
  • Page 37 Use the following Primary DNS server - Use the same value as PCs on your LAN. DNS server address Normally, your ISP will provide this address. Secondary DNS server - This is optional. If entered, this DNS will be used if the Primary DNS does not respond. Secondary Port This sets the port number for HTTP (Web) connections to the Camera, whether for administration or viewing video.
  • Page 38: Wireless Screen

    Wireless Screen This screen is displayed when the Wireless menu option is clicked. Data - Wireless Screen Wireless Network It displays the WSC PIN code which can be used for WiFi WSC PIN Code Protected Setup function. This determines the type of wireless communication used by the Network Type Network Camera.
  • Page 39 Security Security System Select the desired option, and then enter the settings for the selected method: • • • Authentication Type Normally this can be left at the default value of "Automatic." If that fails, select the appropriate value - "Open System" or "Shared Key."...
  • Page 40: Ddns Screen

    DDNS Screen Many internet connections use a "Dynamic IP address", where the Internet IP address is allocated whenever the Internet connection is established. This means that other Internet users don't know the IP address, so can't establish a connection. DDNS is designed to solve this problem, as follows: •...
  • Page 41 Account/E-Mail Enter the login name for the DDNS account. Enter the password for the DDNS account. Password/Key Set the schedule for checking if the Internet IP address has Check WAN IP Address changed. If the IP address has changed, the DDNS Server will be notified.
  • Page 42: Video & Audio Screen

    Video & Audio Screen This screen is displayed when the Video & Audio option is clicked. Data - Video & Audion Screen MPEG-4 Settings Resolution Select the desired video resolution format. The default resolution is set to 320*240. • Video Quality Control •...
  • Page 43 Select the desired Maximum bandwidth for the video stream. Note Max. Frame Rate that you can specify EITHER the Bandwidth OR the Frame Rate, not both. If the Bandwidth is defined, the frame rate will be adjusted as necessary to achieve the specified frame rate. MJPEG Settings Resolution Select the desired video resolution format.
  • Page 44 The Flip setting will swap the image top-to-bottom. Flip If the camera is mounted upside-down on the ceiling, check both the Flip and Mirror settings to have the image rotated to the correct position. Mirror The Mirror setting will swap the image left-to-right. If the camera is mounted upside-down on the ceiling, check both the Flip and Mirror settings to have the image rotated to the correct position.
  • Page 45: Video Access Screen

    Video Access Screen This screen is displayed when the Video Access option on the Video & Audio menu is clicked. Data - Video Access Screen User Access • Enable Security Checking • Video Access • Enable Scheduled Video Access • Note that regardless of which setting is chosen, the Administrator can ALWAYS access the camera and view live video.
  • Page 46 Add New Schedule Choose the desired option for the period. Start Time Enter the start time using a 24 hr clock. Enter the end time using a 24 hr clock. End Time Click this button to add a new period.
  • Page 47: User Database Screen

    User Database Screen This screen is displayed when the User Database option on the Video & Audio menu is clicked. Data - User Database Screen Existing Users This displays all users you have entered into the User database. If User List you have not entered any users, this list will be empty.
  • Page 48: Motion Detection Screen

    Motion Detection Screen This screen is displayed when the Motion Detection option on the Event menu is clicked. Data - Motion Detection Screen Motion Detection Set Detection Areas You can set the full screen or areas of the video image to be examined.
  • Page 49: E-Mail Screen

    E-Mail Screen This screen is displayed when the E-Mail option on the Event menu is clicked. Data - E-Mail Screen Primary/Secondary SMTP Server SMTP Server Enter the address of the SMTP (Simple Mail Transport Protocol) Address Server to be used to send E-Mail. Enter the Port of the SMTP Server to be connected.
  • Page 50 E-Mail Setup E-mail Address Enter at least one (1) E-Mail address; the 2nd and 3rd addresses are optional. The E-Mail alert will be sent to the E-Mail address or addresses specified here. Subject Enter the desired text to be shown as the "Subject" for the E-Mail when it is received.
  • Page 51: Ftp Screen

    FTP Screen This screen is displayed when the FTP option on the Event menu is clicked. Data - FTP Screen Primary/Secondary FTP FTP Server Enter the address of the FTP Server. Enter the Port of the FTP Server to be connected. Port Login name Enter your login name for the FTP Server.
  • Page 52: Http Screen

    HTTP Screen This screen is displayed when the HTTP option on the Event menu is clicked. Data - HTTP Screen HTTP Notification Enable Enable this checkbox to use the HTTP Notification. Enter the URL of your HTTP notification server. Proxy Server Specify the proxy server name in the provided field if the camera Name needs to pass through a Proxy Server to do the HTTP notification.
  • Page 53: Event Trigger Screen

    Event Trigger Screen This screen is displayed when the Event Trigger option on the Event menu is clicked. Data - Event Trigger Screen Event Schedule Schedule List The Event Schedule shows all of the event types currently configured in the Network Camera, along with various information about their configuration, as listed below: •...
  • Page 54 Trigger Event Motion Detection If enabled, movement in a motion detection window can be used to trigger events. Interval Select the desired option for the events interval. (* "0" = No Delay) • Actions • • • Attachment Type • E-Mail - If checked, an E-Mail (with "Attachment") will be delivered to the SMTP server.
  • Page 55: Maintenance Screen

    Maintenance Screen This screen is displayed when the Maintenance option on the menu is clicked. Data - Maintenance Screen Administrator Login Enter the name for the Administrator here. Administrator Spaces, punctuation, and special characters must NOT be used in the name.
  • Page 56 Backup & Restore Backup Click Backup button to save the current configuration information to a Configuration text file. File Restore Click Restore button to reinitialize the camera to load the new updated Configuration software. Do this after loading the upgrade file. File Clear File Name This does NOT stop the Restore process if it has started.
  • Page 57: Status Screen

    Status Screen This screen is displayed when the Status option on the menu is clicked. Data - Status Screen System This shows the name of the Network Camera. Device Name Description This shows the description of the Network Camera, such as location. F/W version The version of the current firmware installed.
  • Page 58 This displays the image quality of the video stream. Video Quality Frame Rate This displays the frame rate of the video stream.
  • Page 59: Log Screen

    Log Screen This screen displays a log of system activity. Data - Log Screen This is a log of system activity. System Log Enable Syslog Check the box to enable the System Log Server feature. Service Syslog Server Enter the address of the Syslog Server. Address Refresh Click this to update the data shown on screen.
  • Page 60: Chapter 6 Windows Monitor/Playback/Ip Recorder Utility

    Chapter 6 Windows Monitor/Playback/IP Recorder Utility This Chapter describes how to view and record the live video stream generated by the Network Camera, using the supplied Windows utility. Overview The recommended method to view video is to use the supplied Windows Viewing/Recording utility.
  • Page 61: System Tray Icon

    System Tray Icon When started, the program will create an icon in the Windows system tray on the taskbar, as shown below. Figure 40: System Tray Icon You can right click the icon and it will provides a menu which allows you to view program details, view the main screen, or terminate the program.
  • Page 62: Camera Setup

    Camera Setup To define a camera and associate it with a Channel Number. 1. Click the Setup button on the main screen. You will see a screen like the example below. 2. Select the desired Channel number in the left (No.) column. 3.
  • Page 63 This will normally display "80". Only change this if requested to do so Port Number by the Network Camera Administrator. Login The camera Administrator can require that users provide a username and password before being allowed to view the live video. •...
  • Page 64 Adding Cameras on the Internet If the Network Camera you wish to add is not on your LAN, but is available via the Internet, click the Internet button. You will see a screen like the example below. To associate a camera with the current Channel: 1.
  • Page 65 The camera Administrator can require that users provide a username and Login password before being allowed to view the live video. • If the Camera Administrator has not enabled this option, the Login fields can be left blank. • Otherwise, you must enter the username and password allocated to you by the Camera Administrator.
  • Page 66: Main Screen

    Main Screen You can view live video in the main screen. The built-in software can let you view up to 9 cameras on a single computer screen at one central location. The Icons allow you to control the cameras and video streams. Channel (Camera) Selection.
  • Page 67 Flip Video. Click this to have the image swapped top-to-bottom. Mirror Video. Click this to have the image swapped left-to-right. Sound On/Off. This can be used to select the Audio stream which can be heard. (Only one audio stream can be selected at any time.) If the camera does not support audio, or if audio is disabled on the camera, this option is unavailable.
  • Page 68: Recording Video

    Recording Video You can record Video while watching, or schedule recordings to occur when you are absent. Recordings are stored in a standard Microsoft ASF file format, and can be played using Microsoft Media Player. Before doing any recording, you should review the recording settings to ensure they are suitable for your PC.
  • Page 69 Preferences This screen is displayed after clicking the Preferences tab on the Setup screen. If necessary, change these settings to suit your environment. Data - Preferences Recording Paths Recording Instant Recording Time Limit Maximum time limit for Instant Recording Trigger Event Record before Trigger Event Figure 45: Preferences Screen...
  • Page 70 Record after Trigger Event Disk Allocation for Each Camera Recording Total Disk Space Available Disk Space Enable Disk space limitation Maximum Allowed Space When allowed space is full. Initial Settings Launch this utility when Windows started Proxy Server Enable proxy Set the time so the Utility will stop recording the certain time after the Utility detects motion in a Camera's field of view.
  • Page 71 Using Playback To access the saved files of the Camera, click Playback button in the Main screen, then you will see the following screen. Figure 46: Playback Screen Searching Recorded Video Files Select Camera. Select the desired camera from the list. Recording Methods.
  • Page 72 Zoom Out. To zoom out on a section of the window, click this icon. Print. Click this to print the current video stream. Playback Speed. To play a recorded file, select the desired speed. Audio Control. To play a recorded file, select the desired volume. Delete Video.
  • Page 73: Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting This chapter covers the most likely problems and their solutions. Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Network Camera and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Network Camera still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice.
  • Page 74 indicates that the Administrator has restricted access to specified users. Ask the Administrator for your User Name and Password. Problem 4 I can't connect to the Network Camera using a Wireless connection. 1) If a LAN cable is connected to the LAN port, the Wireless interface is Solution 4 disabled.
  • Page 75: Appendix A Specifications

    To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. CNet CIC-930W 90mm (W) * 35mm (H) * 90mm (D) 0° C to 40° C 0°...
  • Page 76: Fcc Radiation Exposure Statement

    (Example - use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
  • Page 77: Copyright Notice

    Copyright Notice Many software components are covered by the GNU GPL (General Public License). Some are covered by other Licenses as listed in the table below. Details of each applicable license are contained in the following section. No Warranty THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE AUTHOR AND CONTRIBUTORS ``AS IS'' AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED.
  • Page 78 thttpd.c - tiny/turbo/throttling HTTP server Copyright ?1995,1998,1999,2000,2001 by Jef Poskanzer <jef@mail.acme.com > All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
  • Page 79 ntp-4.1.71 license Copyright (c) David L. Mills 1992-2001 Permission to use, copy, modify, and distribute this software and its documentation for any purpose and without fee is hereby granted, provided that the above copyright notice appears in all copies and that both the copyright notice and this permission notice appear in supporting documentation, and that the name University of Delaware not be used in advertising or publicity pertaining to distribution of the software without specific, written prior permission.
  • Page 80 cron license Copyright (c) 1989 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Paul Vixie. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms are permitted provided that the above copyright notice and this paragraph are duplicated in all such forms and that any documentation, advertising materials, and other materials related to such distribution and use acknowledge that the software was developed by the University of California, Berkeley.
  • Page 81: Gnu General Public License

    GNU General Public License GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51 Franklin St, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed.
  • Page 82 translated into another language. (Hereinafter, translation is included without limitation in the term "modification".) Each licensee is addressed as "you". Activities other than copying, distribution and modification are not covered by this License; they are outside its scope. The act of running the Program is not restricted, and the output from the Program is covered only if its contents constitute a work based on the Program (independent of having been made by running the Program).
  • Page 83 b) Accompany it with a written offer, valid for at least three years, to give any third party, for a charge no more than your cost of physically performing source distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code, to be distributed under the terms of Sections 1 and 2 above on a medium customarily used for software interchange;...
  • Page 84 practices. Many people have made generous contributions to the wide range of software distributed through that system in reliance on consistent application of that system; it is up to the author/donor to decide if he or she is willing to distribute software through any other system and a licensee cannot impose that choice.
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  • Page 86: Gnu Lesser General Public License

    Lesser GNU General Public License GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2.1, February 1999 Copyright (C) 1991, 1999 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51 Franklin St, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed.
  • Page 87 Finally, software patents pose a constant threat to the existence of any free program. We wish to make sure that a company cannot effectively restrict the users of a free program by obtaining a restrictive license from a patent holder. Therefore, we insist that any patent license obtained for a version of the library must be consistent with the full freedom of use specified in this license.
  • Page 88 The "Library", below, refers to any such software library or work which has been distributed under these terms. A "work based on the Library" means either the Library or any derivative work under copyright law: that is to say, a work containing the Library or a portion of it, either verbatim or with modifications and/or translated straightforwardly into another language.
  • Page 89 In addition, mere aggregation of another work not based on the Library with the Library (or with a work based on the Library) on a volume of a storage or distribution medium does not bring the other work under the scope of this License. 3.
  • Page 90 6. As an exception to the Sections above, you may also combine or link a "work that uses the Library" with the Library to produce a work containing portions of the Library, and distribute that work under terms of your choice, provided that the terms permit modification of the work for the customer's own use and reverse engineering for debugging such modifications.
  • Page 91 8. You may not copy, modify, sublicense, link with, or distribute the Library except as expressly provided under this License. Any attempt otherwise to copy, modify, sublicense, link with, or distribute the Library is void, and will automatically terminate your rights under this License.
  • Page 92 14. If you wish to incorporate parts of the Library into other free programs whose distribution conditions are incompatible with these, write to the author to ask for permission. For software which is copyrighted by the Free Software Foundation, write to the Free Software Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this.
  • Page 93: Appendix B Streaming Video/Audio Solution

    Appendix B Streaming Video/Audio Solution Overview Streaming video is a sequence of "moving images" that are sent in compressed form over the Internet and displayed by the viewer as they arrive. With streaming, a Web user does not have to wait to download a large file before seeing the video or hearing the sound. Instead, the media is sent in a continuous stream and is played as it arrives.
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