Canon Vb-C50fi - Manual (Page 18)

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The VB-C50Fi is a system that distributes live videos via the Internet or an Intranet. It can be used
in a wide range of applications, such as distributing live videos from a Web site or monitoring. The
system is configured for the VB-C50Fi and viewer software. Please use the supplied viewer software
for viewing videos distributed by the VB-C50Fi and controlling cameras (
→ P.1-4, 2-12) .
Broadband Video Distribution Function
The VB-C50Fi is capable of capturing videos at up to 30 fps (NTSC)/25 fps (PAL). Motion-JPEG
is 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. Since
video quality and the frame rate can be freely set, videos can be distributed under conditions that
best 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 clients
Up to 50 clients can view video at the same time from a single VB-C50Fi.
Camera and video distribution server functions housed in a single unit
The camera capable of full zoom function and its server functions for distributing videos through
a network are compactly housed in a single unit. By simply connecting a LAN cable and a power
supply, the unit can distribute live videos from any location* where it is installed.
* The unit cannot be installed in locations subject to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, or
other adverse conditions (
→ P.xiii, xiv).
High-performance 26x zoom
The camera section is equipped with a 26x zoom lens.
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, or
other adverse conditions ( → P.xiii, xiv).
Remote camera control from the viewer
The VB-C50Fi comes with two types of viewer software: the Viewer for PC and the Viewer for
Java. 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 function
If the background of an image is bright, making the subject difficult to see, you can adjust the
contrast of the darker areas to make it easier to see. Unlike backlight compensation, the shade
correction feature allows image processing without adversely affecting the existing lighter regions.
Camera Position Preset function
If often-used camera zoom positions and related items are saved in advance as presets, the
camera can be controlled from the viewer by simply selecting a desired preset. Up to 10 presets
can be stored.
Features of the VB-C50Fi