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How to view h.264 stream in VLC
 Using VLC to stream from a Stardot h.264 camera You can start by downloading the latest version of VLC here..  www.videolan.org After installing, rung the software and click on Tools -> Preferences. In the very bottom left under Show Settings, click All. Expand...
11 Jun, 2020 Comments: 0
Can I connect my camera directly to my PC via network cable?
Although we do not support this function it is possible to connect a Netcam directly to your PC using a network cable. This will only work with a PC running Windows XP or newer. We recommend that you use a router or network switch with your Netcam, as this will allow you to connect to your Netcam...
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What is the default username and password?
The defaults are: User: admin Password: admin
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How do I calculate MJPEG or H.264 bandwidth and storage?
 The StarDot bandwidth and storage calculator is located here. 
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How do I find my NetCam/Video server's IP address?
If you are running a PC running Windows, you can use StarDot Tools.  Provided that you are on the same network as your StarDot device, StarDot Tools will display the MAC address (camera ID), IP address, and device type. If you do not have StarDot Tools or are on a Macintosh, you will have to...
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How do I make a NetCam IP camera wireless?
The most popular method to turn a StarDot IP camera into a wireless device is to connect a WiFi bridge or client radio to NetCam's Ethernet port. This allows NetCam to talk wireless to your access point. With the right radios and antennas, distances up to 60 miles have been achived (requires...
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How do I upgrade Firmware?
NOTES When you upgrade firmware, typically you would use the StarDot Tools software. You can download the latest version HERE You can find the latest firmware for your NetCam or Express server HERE Be sure to heed any warnings that may be present on the download page. Upgrading...
04 Aug, 2020 Comments: 0
Firmware 1.1.75 ChangeLog
1.1.75 - Released August 3, 2012 ChangeLog Version 1.1.75. Version 1.1.75-pre14. bit files for the "final" pre Version 1.1.75-pre13. new bit file with different reset logic for video out Version 1.1.75-pre12. stardot: Move hardware reset during device...
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Firmware 1.1.72 ChangeLog
1.1.72 - Released October 31, 2011 ChangeLog Version 1.1.72. Version 1.1.72-pre25. 5M product bit files for 1.1.72 Version 1.1.72-pre24. SCX 10M stardot: Return current RGB white balance values from device config node. stardot: Add overlay markup for current RGB...
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Firmware 1.1.71 ChangeLog
1.1.71 - Released March 28, 2011 ChangeLog Version 1.1.71. Version 1.1.71-pre40. 10M bit Version 1.1.71-pre39. dome 10M bit file? Version 1.1.71-pre38. new pre bit files for testing reboot Version 1.1.71-pre37. resolution list fix for 1.3M Version...
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Firmware 1.1.73 ChangeLog
1.1.73 - Released April 6, 2012 ChangeLog Version 1.1.73. Version 1.1.73-pre23. stardot: Add "measurment (mx) mode" configuration registers. "final" bit file stardot: Remove unused IMAGETYPE_XXX equates. stardot: Remove use of internal "imagetype" value. Re:...
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Firmware 1.1.74 ChangeLog
1.1.73 - Released April 6, 2012 ChangeLog Version 1.1.74. Version 1.1.74-pre5. 1.1.74 bit files Version 1.1.74-pre4. new bit file for a pre 74 Version 1.1.74-pre3. NetCamSCM: Allow larger values for "mx_shift". need pre for monochrome Version...
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