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Appendix H: Viewing your camera remotely using Skype on a PC
Appendix H: Viewing your camera remotely using Skype on
a PC
Connecting to your video monitor through Skype is a convenient and free* method to view
your camera from anywhere with an internet connection.
NOTE: When remo
tely connecting to your video monitor using Skype, recording is disabled.
Skype server
How it works
Your computer connects to the Skype server. The Skype server is
connected to your home computer. Your home computer connects to
the video monitor, which captures video from the camera.
Home computer
System Requirements
iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch Requirements
•
Skype
for iPhone v. 3.0 and above
•
Skype for iPad
v. 3.5 and above
• iPhone 4S/4/3GS
• iPod Touch (3rd generation and above)
• iPad (1st generation and above)
• iOS v. 4.0 and above
For the latest device compatibility list, visit
www.lorextechnology.com
PC Requirements
• Skype for Windows version 4.2 and above
• Wi
ndows
7/Vista/XP SP2
• 1 Ghz or greater processor
High speed internet connection
You must have a high-speed internet connection to use the
video function on Skype. Video
quality depends on bandwidth and network traffic. Traffic congestion may result in choppy
video.
Disclaimers
Mobile Data Charges
When using a mobile cellular
network, data charges may apply.
Check with your provider for
details.
*Computer to computer
For Skype related support, visit
https://support.skype.com/