I'm thinking about doing one so I can watch my tank while i'm at work? Is there wireless wifi option available today? IS the technology advanced enough that the video is clear? How does it work?
Anyone do an aquarium webcam?
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I've seen one or two posted on the site before, so I know it can be done; I've always like the idea myself and have wondered about it as well.
Hopefully someone will chime in and give some answers!
In the mean time, if I come across one of the older webcam threads I'll post a link here (last one I saw seemed to have clear video that wasn't too laggy).
Hopefully someone will chime in and give some answers!
In the mean time, if I come across one of the older webcam threads I'll post a link here (last one I saw seemed to have clear video that wasn't too laggy).
My research on the internet turns up mixed results and a lot of dead webcam links... I would have though by now there would be simple plug and play wifi options.
I use verizon's home monitoring service. I actually bought it specifically to watch my tanks, all of which are in the basement. I had a bad experience where a canister filter pumped just over 30 gallons of water all over my floor, so I prefer to be able to watch.
I shelled out the extra look for the pan and tilt camera with the led lights. Love it. Not the best picture in the world, but it does what I need. Plus I can view it from my cell phone.
There's actually a webcam on sale over at www.woot.com that we use at work, which would also suit your needs. My boss logs in to a website and can control the camera and watch what's going on in the stores.
I shelled out the extra look for the pan and tilt camera with the led lights. Love it. Not the best picture in the world, but it does what I need. Plus I can view it from my cell phone.
There's actually a webcam on sale over at www.woot.com that we use at work, which would also suit your needs. My boss logs in to a website and can control the camera and watch what's going on in the stores.
Cool. Thanks for the info. I would have thought there would have been a cheap way to do it effectively by now. I guess i'll have to wait another 10 years or so...
To be fair, Verizon's service is $10/month - and even they admit that you can purchase any wireless technology made by "Z wave" and it's compatible with their gateway device. This is all a moot point if you don't use Verizon though.....
