1-2The VB-C50Fi is a system that distributes live videos via the Internet or an Intranet. It can be usedin a wide range of applications, such as distributing live videos from a Web site or monitoring. Thesystem is configured for the VB-C50Fi and viewer software. Please use the supplied viewer softwarefor viewing videos distributed by the VB-C50Fi and controlling cameras (→ P.1-4, 2-12) .Broadband Video Distribution functionThe VB-C50Fi is capable of capturing videos at up to 30 fps (NTSC)/25 fps (PAL). Motion-JPEGis used to compress video images. For networking, auto-negotiation between Ethernet 100Base-TX/10Base-T is provided and a leased line or ADSL can also be used through a router. Sincevideo quality and the frame rate can be freely set, videos can be distributed under conditions thatbest suit the network bandwidth.*Please refer to P.1-9 to confirm whether your VB-C50Fi is PAL model or NTSC model.Concurrent video is distributed up to 50 clientsUp to 50 clients can view video at the same time from a single VB-C50Fi.High-performance 26x zoom camera and video distribution server functionshoused in a single unitThe camera capable of full zoom function (high-performance 26x zoom) and its server functionsfor distributing videos through a network are compactly housed in a single unit. By simply connectinga LAN cable and a power supply, the unit can distribute live videos from any location* where it isinstalled.* The unit cannot be installed in locations subject to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, orother adverse conditions (→ P.xiii, xiv).Can be mounted on ceilings, etc.The VB-C50Fi can be installed on the ceiling or a wall using a mounting arm*.* The unit cannot be installed in locations subject to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, orother adverse conditions (→ P.xiii, xiv).Remote camera control from the viewerThe VB-C50Fi comes with two types of viewer software: the Viewer for PC and the Viewer forJava. The viewers give you full remote control of the camera zoom magnification of the VB-C50Fi, allowing you to view videos with plenty of ambiance.Shade Correction functionIf the background of an image is bright, making the subject difficult to see, you can adjust thecontrast of the darker areas to make it easier to see. Unlike backlight compensation, the shadecorrection feature allows image processing without adversely affecting the existing lighter regions.Zoom Position Preset functionIf often-used camera zoom positions and related items are saved in advance as presets, thecamera can be controlled from the viewer by simply selecting a desired preset. Up to 10 presetscan be stored.Features of the VB-C50Fi
