best baby monitor smartphone image
MrsSchmidt
I am wanting to get a baby video monitor and the one I was interested in (Summer slim one) has so many bad reviews. I found one on ebay but I have never heard of the brand. Here is the link to the auction:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/110775042052?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_3607wt_936
Has anyone heard of this brand? Or do you have one like this? If so, what would you say about it? Is it a good monitor?
Thank you!
Another question, what does 2.4GHz mean?
Answer
There is no name brand, wireless is very ambiguous. I'd be wary of those 2.4GHz, systems there is no mention of encryption of the signal to the base from the camera. Since anyone with a similar receiver can view the signal if it is indeed not encrypted in some way. You should ask the seller to confirm. Also if you have a cordless phone you should check if that runs on the same radio frequency. Because possible interference might occur. If you are willing you can spend a little bit more and if have a recent wireless router you can get a wireless network camera, such as this http://www.dlink.com/category/productcategories/?cid=7 Which would be encrypted signal, could view on a computer or smartphone, and even on the internet via a private website mydlink.com. I've purchase a D-Link network camera over 10 years ago for the very same reason, to monitor my baby. Now that my babys are no longer babys I still use it to monitor my home when I am away.
There is no name brand, wireless is very ambiguous. I'd be wary of those 2.4GHz, systems there is no mention of encryption of the signal to the base from the camera. Since anyone with a similar receiver can view the signal if it is indeed not encrypted in some way. You should ask the seller to confirm. Also if you have a cordless phone you should check if that runs on the same radio frequency. Because possible interference might occur. If you are willing you can spend a little bit more and if have a recent wireless router you can get a wireless network camera, such as this http://www.dlink.com/category/productcategories/?cid=7 Which would be encrypted signal, could view on a computer or smartphone, and even on the internet via a private website mydlink.com. I've purchase a D-Link network camera over 10 years ago for the very same reason, to monitor my baby. Now that my babys are no longer babys I still use it to monitor my home when I am away.
Routers for home use?
Sol
I currently have a desktop at home and a wired broadband connection to go with it. What I'm looking for is a router (with modem) which will enable me to use the same connection on my laptop as well as my smartphone. My desktop is placed in the east-most room and hence there are 3 walls separating the farthest room from it. So, a router with a good range would be necessary. Also a wifi on/off button would be handy. And will turning off wifi disable the connection to my desktop as well? What brands and models would you recommend? (As far a the price is concerned I'm not looking to spend too much but don't want to buy a really cheap one either. So price range : moderate).
Any help, much apreciated.
Answer
Two types of Internet devices are commonly sold.
1. Combination modem / routers, often called gateways.
2. Stand alone routers which can be connected to a stand alone modem.
DSL and Cable modems use different technology, for this reason you can't use a cable gateway (DOCSIS) with DSL or use a DSL gateway (ADSL2+) with a cable Internet connection.
Depending on the type of service you have, you'll need the proper type of wireless gateway or a broadband DSL or cable modem and separate wireless router.
The modem or gateway must be compatible with your service provider. A stand alone router will work with any broadband Internet connection.
It is hard to find a standalone DSL modem, most devices sold are wireless ADSL2+ gateways such as this. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004NBZ98K/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004NBZ98K&linkCode=as2&tag=excharge-20
It gets very good customer reviews and costs about 65 bucks. I wrote about it here: http://isp1.us/reviews/actiontec-gt784wn-dsl-modem-router/
For cable service, Personally I would just add a wireless router your existing modem. If you go this route you'll need to add a wireless router of your choice. The modem needs to be compatible with the ISP. You can choose practically any router, they are fairly inexpensive depending on the features you desire. http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&keywords=wireless%20router&linkCode=ur2&qid=1374971707&rh=n%3A172282%2Cn%3A541966%2Cn%3A300189%2Ck%3Awireless%20router%2Cp_72%3A1248879011&rnid=1248877011&tag=excharge-20
This option gives you more versatility. Router speeds and features change much more frequently than cable modems do. If you have separate units you can upgrade one if you like.
As far as wireless range goes,
Wireless signals are affected by many factors including distance, wall density, electrical interference, directional antenna range, etc.
All of these factors will affect your actual wireless range. As wireless connection quality varies the connection speeds are renegotiated. The connection may start at 300 Mbps and end up at less than 20 Mbps or drop entirely.
Just because a particular wireless router model works good at one location does not guarantee that it will have similar performance in a different location due to variances in the factors listed above.
You should try to centrally locate your wireless router or gateway up high and away from dense walls and electrical and 2.4 GHz wireless interference such as microwave ovens, cordless phones, baby monitors, etc.
For serious gaming or video streaming your best bet is a direct Ethernet connection. Ethernet is unaffected by wireless interference and will give you a rock solid, stable network connection.
No matter what you decide to buy, as far as the brand goes, the brand is not as important as the model. Some manufacturers release a good model but the next is crap. I would look at the Amazon reviews of models that interest you. Even if you don't buy from Amazon the reviews will tell you a lot about which models to avoid. Look for at least 15 or more reviews with a 4 star or better rating. Read a few and see if they sound like the particular model will work for your application.
Good Luck...
Two types of Internet devices are commonly sold.
1. Combination modem / routers, often called gateways.
2. Stand alone routers which can be connected to a stand alone modem.
DSL and Cable modems use different technology, for this reason you can't use a cable gateway (DOCSIS) with DSL or use a DSL gateway (ADSL2+) with a cable Internet connection.
Depending on the type of service you have, you'll need the proper type of wireless gateway or a broadband DSL or cable modem and separate wireless router.
The modem or gateway must be compatible with your service provider. A stand alone router will work with any broadband Internet connection.
It is hard to find a standalone DSL modem, most devices sold are wireless ADSL2+ gateways such as this. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004NBZ98K/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004NBZ98K&linkCode=as2&tag=excharge-20
It gets very good customer reviews and costs about 65 bucks. I wrote about it here: http://isp1.us/reviews/actiontec-gt784wn-dsl-modem-router/
For cable service, Personally I would just add a wireless router your existing modem. If you go this route you'll need to add a wireless router of your choice. The modem needs to be compatible with the ISP. You can choose practically any router, they are fairly inexpensive depending on the features you desire. http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&keywords=wireless%20router&linkCode=ur2&qid=1374971707&rh=n%3A172282%2Cn%3A541966%2Cn%3A300189%2Ck%3Awireless%20router%2Cp_72%3A1248879011&rnid=1248877011&tag=excharge-20
This option gives you more versatility. Router speeds and features change much more frequently than cable modems do. If you have separate units you can upgrade one if you like.
As far as wireless range goes,
Wireless signals are affected by many factors including distance, wall density, electrical interference, directional antenna range, etc.
All of these factors will affect your actual wireless range. As wireless connection quality varies the connection speeds are renegotiated. The connection may start at 300 Mbps and end up at less than 20 Mbps or drop entirely.
Just because a particular wireless router model works good at one location does not guarantee that it will have similar performance in a different location due to variances in the factors listed above.
You should try to centrally locate your wireless router or gateway up high and away from dense walls and electrical and 2.4 GHz wireless interference such as microwave ovens, cordless phones, baby monitors, etc.
For serious gaming or video streaming your best bet is a direct Ethernet connection. Ethernet is unaffected by wireless interference and will give you a rock solid, stable network connection.
No matter what you decide to buy, as far as the brand goes, the brand is not as important as the model. Some manufacturers release a good model but the next is crap. I would look at the Amazon reviews of models that interest you. Even if you don't buy from Amazon the reviews will tell you a lot about which models to avoid. Look for at least 15 or more reviews with a 4 star or better rating. Read a few and see if they sound like the particular model will work for your application.
Good Luck...
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