User`s guide

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Viewing your camera remotely using Skype
Viewing your camera remotely using Skype
Connecting to your video monitor through Skype is a convenient and free* method to view
your camera from anywhere with an Internet connection.
NOTE: When remot
ely connecting to your video monitor using Skype, audio monitoring is
disabled.
How it works
Your computer connects to the Skype server. The Skype server is connected to your home
computer. Your home computer connects to the video monitor, which captures video from
the camera.
Skype server
Home computer
System requirements
For the latest device compatibility list, visit
www.lorextechnology.com
iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch Requirements
•
Skype for iPhone v. 3.0 and above
•
Skype for iPad v. 3.5 and above
• iPhone 4S/4/3GS, iPad (1st generation and above),
iPod touch (3rd generation and above)
• iOS 4.0 and above
Android Requirements
•
Skype v. 2.8 and above
• Android v. 2.3 and above
PC requirements
• Skype for Windows v. 4.2 and above
•
Wi
ndows XP SP2/Vista/Windows 7
• 1 Ghz or greater processor
For instructions, see “Connecting to Skype on a PC” on page 18.
Mac requirements
• Skype for Mac OS v. 5.3 and above
• Ma
c OS
v. 10.5.8 and above
• 1 GHz or higher Intel processor (PowerPC™ not supported)
For instructions, see “Connecting to Skype on a Mac” on page 24.
Disclaimers
You must have a high-speed
internet connection to use the
video function on Skype. Traffic
congestion may result in
choppy video.
Mobile Data Charges
When using a mobile cellular
network, data charges may
apply. Check with your
provider for details.
*Computer to computer
For Skype related support, visit
https://support.skype.com/