Web cam hardware and app

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  1. Pelado

    Pelado Montipora Digitata

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    In my last thread about the apex fusion system, I mention end that I want to install a web cam, so I can actually see the tank whenever from anywhere.

    A member mentioned that he uses a D-link camera and app. This is the link:
    D-Link Products - DCS-932L - mydlink-enabled Wireless N Day/Night Home Network Camera

    Anyone out there with other suggestions, experience?

    Any comments are appreciated as I'm certain that I am not the only one who wants to add that cool "gadget".
     
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  3. Singlefin

    Singlefin Astrea Snail

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    Is it an ip camera. I think it needs its own IP address to tie it into the apex. If someone else is already using it with an apex, you should be fine. I have a samsung but it has its own app. Haven't been able to tie it into my apex. It needs to login every time I access it.
     
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    DBOSHIBBY Sleeper Shark

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    I use a Foscam FI8910W, which I love because I can move the camera around to see my whole living room instead of just the tank. I use a free app on my android called tinycam and it works great.
     
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    APC Gigas Clam

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    I use dropcam. It's great and totally idiot proof. No worries about ip addresses and it sets up in less than a minute
     
  7. Pelado

    Pelado Montipora Digitata

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    Sorry, was not online for a couple of days.
    After hearing your feedback, I can see that I am not the only one who is looking into this subject.
    I will find out which one works with the apex.
    ::)
     
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