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Sharx Security VIPcella-IR SCNC2607 Wifi 802.11g IP Network Camera with built-in Web Server, Microphone, IR and Moonlight Color Night Vision |  | Brand: Sharx
Category: Photography
List Price: $399.95
Buy New: $289.95
as of 3/18/2010 04:01 CDT details
You Save: $110.00 (28%)
New (4) from $289.95
Seller: SecurCam_Retail
Rating:  44 reviews
Sales Rank: 2636
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 1.2 x 3.3 x 3.3
MPN: VIPcella-IR SCNC2607
Model: VIPcella-IR SCNC2607
UPC: 754871900272
EAN: 0754871900272
ASIN: B001P4NHUA
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Hi-Resolution Wifi b/g IP Network Camera with infrared night vision | | • | Full 30 fps MPEG4 video performance at 640 x 480 resolution with audio | | • | See streaming video on ATT, Sprint, Verizon and T-Mobile smartphones including iPhone and BlackBerry | | • | Motion detection or timed emails and FTP uploads | | • | Supports Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, Linux, VLC, QuickTime, 3GPP |
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Product Description
This very cool IP camera can be installed on any network for security monitoring purposes. Just imagine, have full security control from any part of the world, all you need is an internet connection and your laptop. Monitor, Pan, tild, record in a number of video codec's including DIVX, FFD show, MPEG-4 and many more.
Are you worried about security? Then we have found a great peace of mind IP camera for your home or office. This is an IP security camera that comes with email alert, motion detection, tilt and maneuvering functions with a click of the mouse and zooming capabilities. You can set up to 2 IP cameras and give each a static IP and view two different areas of your business of home.
This IP camera supports motion detection recording with email alert. This means that you don't always have to keep your eyes fixed on the monitor, just go about your normal routine with complete peace of mind. Once you are logged in, you can manage an array of functions and change, modify, implement, view, and do so much more than just sit and watch. This model provides true versatility in its applications such as event notification, motion detection recording, email alerts and image recording.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 44
 worth it February 8, 2010
the dude (USA)
I had some difficulty setting up the camera, but this is mostly my fault because I have 2 routers. However: I contacted them for help via email on Sunday and they responded within 30 minutes. They responded after 3 more queries in a timely fashion and helped me each time. I am now able to view the camera over my wireless network and on my blackberry. The picture is amazing and the IR nightvision is quite remarkable. I don't have any experience with the other manufacturers mentioned by other reviewers, but if you're afraid that this company doesn't stand behind its product - don't be.
Good Camera, Outstanding Support February 8, 2010
Jerold Von Hemel (Colorado)
1. Supports iPhone/iPod Touch Safari browser.
2. Supports RTSP streams to Blackberry Media Player/Web Browser
3. Support by email is very fast. A sound issue found in the evening was acknowledged and fixed via email/remote firmware update in less than 10 minutes.
4. Overall, the camera works rather well.
I highly recommend this camera and Sharx to anyone interested in netcam technology.
 Wireless failure x 2 February 1, 2010
chillwater (MIAMI, FL USA)
Have two of these and the wireless on both is now gone. Sharx replaced one when the wireless stopped working and also gave me back the old one so I can use wired. Very nice of them and they were very responsive to my emails. Saddly, the second camera wireless has now gone out. Both lasted 4 or 5 months I think. Coincidence? Just so you know, I know what I'm doing.
Pricey, but lots of features. January 20, 2010
PacificNorthwest
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've been very pleased with the Sharx camera and its performance. After running the Sharx camera for a few weeks, I've also discovered a lot about IR cameras, wireless cameras, and the Sharx itself.
I thought I'd share this here as it might save you some time with your own decisions. There were some unexpected issues I encountered, but this is more related to IR & wireless technologies than to this camera.
Quick Background on my set-up:
I purchased this camera when looking to set up a system to monitor my home for security purposes. I live in a dark neighborhood, and was looking for a solution that was web-enabled. After searching for the right products, I liked all the features the Sharx offered and bought 1 of them, for its IR & wireless capability. I also purchased two D-Link DCS920 Wireless-G Internet Camera ($85 ea.).
---------Sharx Camera Pros---------
1) Good manual, with excellent explanations and walkthroughs (you can tell Sharx is a small shop by the detail in the manual)
2) Fairly easy setup. I had it running in a few minutes.
3) Nice day-time detail in the images the camera creates
4) Web-access is awesome. We love being able to check the front door image from anywhere, by connecting to the camera's web server.
5) I can also use my iPhone from anywhere to check the real-time video.
6) the wireless connectivity performed well for me
7) the camera's software is stable - I haven't had to reset the camera.
---------Sharx Camera Cons---------
1) Price is high! But the camera does have a lot of value in IR/nightvision, its integration with web software, size, wireless support, etc...
2) Probably not so easy to set up if you're not technical. Have someone help you.
So, that's what I can pin on the camera. But, since you would be purchasing a *Wireless IR* camera, there are a few things you should know first.
---------IR Cameras Can Be Tricky!!---------
1) IR cameras don't see in "normal" colors. For instance, blues and greens and up looking purple. Think about a security scenario in which someone robbed your home. Cops ask, "What color was his jacket?". You'd say, "Purple!". Well, you don't really know the true color of that jacket. In that sense, this camera won't help you.
2) You _cannot_ point an IR camera out a window and expect it to see outside that window. The IR illuminators will reflect off the glass, blinding the camera. To get pictures at night you will need to mount the camera outside. (in a safe, dry place)
3) Nightvision can only see so far, and that's limited by how far the IR illuminators project. In my installation, it's about 10-15 feet from the camera.
---------Wireless Cameras May Not Be Your Solution---------
This camera did fine in relatively perfect wireless conditions: 1 wireless camera, and not much interference from neighbors.
But, If you are thinking about setting up more than 1 wireless camera, then you are asking for trouble. Wireless technology is not great at streaming video. I ran into issues with 2 cameras, which started to degrade video performance very quickly. 3 cameras was terrible, and the video was so bad I couldn't rely on it for security purposes. Again, not the fault of the Sharx.
Wireless is __GREAT__ for not having to hard-wire cameras to your network, which can be a pain. But, it's just not reliable like a wired connection. Additionally, the video quality on a wired network isn't an issue at all, with more than 1 camera.
---------Compared to the D-Link DCS920--------- D-Link DCS920 Wireless-G Internet Camera
The DCS920 is cheap, does not support IR, and is fairly reliable.
Well, the DCS920 isn't a bad day-time camera, if the sun is out. But the biggest hindrance to this camera is its inability to see in low light. It's pretty bad. It does not have IR, but it still has a lot of trouble at dusk or when most folks would think this camera *should* be able to deliver some sort of image. But other than that, it's a fine camera for the price. I use this camera in coordination with the Sharx, as it serves as a day-time camera that actually sees in true-color (unlike the Sharx).
---------Summary---------
Overall, the Sharx is simply better quality in all aspects. Is it $200 better? For me, yeah.
Think of the Sharx as a high-end, does-it-all camera. It's got wireless, IR, a built-in web server, authentication, mobile phone access, and microphone, all-in-one. Pretty cool!
Feature Packed and High Quality (if you're windowless) January 20, 2010
J. Cheshire
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
We've recently had some trouble with neighborhood kids setting off acid bombs and we wanted to try and catch the hooligans in the act. I did quite a bit of research on outdoor cameras, but all of them required coax wiring and AC wiring to the mount point. It just wasn't worth the effort, especially given the high price. That's when I found the Sharx SCNC2607.
I was a little apprehensive about spending so much money for this camera, but I was swayed by the many great reviews. I have to say that I'm impressed by the feature set of this little guy, and the image quality is outstanding.
Because I want to keep an eye on the front of the house, I have this camera mounted with 3M Command Strips and pointed out my home office window. During the daylight hours, this works incredibly well. However, once darkness hits and the IR kicks in, the reflection of the IR illuminators on the window make night vision completely unusable. This isn't a problem specific to this camera. All IR cameras pointed out of a window experience the same problem. I have chosen to solve that by purchasing an IR illuminator (about $60) that I have put in the front of the house. This works incredibly well and I can see quite clearly at night. The IR illuminator looks like a bright spotlight shining out into the yard when viewed through the Sharx, but it's invisible to the human eye.
The only other minor issue I've encountered is that the ActiveX control used to view the video in Internet Explorer will cause IE to crash if you change a lot of settings while watching the camera. Fortunately, IE recovers well from this and the tab is recovered and video continues. The only reason I mention it is that there doesn't appear to be any servicing path for the software (downloadable updates), so it's hard to know if these types of problems will be addressed. However, it's not a big deal since once you configure all of your settings, there's really no need to reconfigure anything. Therefore, no stars knocked for this.
You can use Windows Media Player or QuickTime Player to view video on the camera as well. If you're on Windows 7 or Windows Vista and you're using WMP, you'll need to disable audio on the camera due to a licensing issue with the audio codec necessary to play audio. On QuickTime, you'll want to disable 3D acceleration in QuickTime preferences. URLs also differ based on what you're using to view the camera. You can view the URL for any stream by clicking links when you are setting up streaming.
You can also use third-party software to record video and watch more than one camera, assuming you aren't happy with the MultiLive application that ships with the camera. I am using LuxRiot to record video, and even though it doesn't list Sharx specifically as a supported camera, the SCNC2607 puts out a standard stream that LuxRiot can easily consume and use.
If you're looking for high-quality hardware in a security camera that has the flexibility to meet your needs as they evolve, this is a great choice! You definitely get what you pay for in this arena, and this camera is one that I highly recommend.
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