Webcasting using IP Cameras

An IP camera uses the local network for transmitting video instead of using analog cables. The elimination of analog cables would improve video quality. The problem with these cameras is expense, complexity, and inflexible software.

• emulate a single camera output while switching between multiple cameras
• output analog video to VCRs and/or DVDs
• send a UDP protocol digital stream to a server (so we can loose a few packets without crashing)
• cut in mid-webcast and begin writing an archive file in either WMV or FLV formats
• be easy to run
• be reasonably affordable

The Ongoing Search for the Elusive IP Camera System...

Please read the following searches and send in a solution via the comments at the bottom of this page.

• Terms: osprey "ip camera"
• Noteable Results:
  http://www.avforums.com/forums/home-automation-lighting-climate-control/517805-ip-camera-advice.html
  Comments:
  • Axis 292?

• Terms: axis 292
• Noteable Results:
  http://www.axis.com/products/cam_292/
  Comments:
  • Sounds like ease of use went out the door.
  • $800 Wow!