Does this require that a computer be on for it to work? I am wanting to view the images when I am not home, but don't want to leave my computer on.
1808384
The Swann Eye does not require your computer to be left on to view images while away from home. But it does require that it be connected to the modem an router (either by cable or wirelessly) which must be left on.
1808385
I have my camera/s run stand alone and configure them to simply email me captured images that are triggered by motion or sound. The emails provides time & six photos spaced over a few seconds. That avoids saving huge video files to your PCs disk. The camera does not store video. They usually send emails at dawn & dusk when changing over from infrared to the visual light spectrum. Not bad for the price. You can also login remotely with iPad, PC whatever and fully record or control the camera.
1808386
To my knowledge it should no require at computer to be on. However I never was able to get that far.
1488200
Yes it needs the computer on all the time but I do not recommend this product to anybody. It only runs in windows xp and there is a version that runs un windows 7 and 8 but it is not so good.
2237259
no, it is only connected through USB to your computer and your computer must be on for you to use it.
1068661
You need a monitor to get the system setup. After it's setup and you view the system remotely you don't need to have the monitor connected.
481298
No. It requires a computer with the appropriate software installed to work.
1832032
it needs to be connected to a computer , where it saves the images.it does not convert negatives.
1786333
Yes,you just have to keep your computer on at all time,and it work using your cell phone also.
1581738
No you do not need a computer or internet to operate this device. It is motion activated or you can have it on continuously. There is also Skype capability but you don't need Skype to operate it. Hope this helps.
195288
You need some processing capabilities/software to run it so it is basically a cheap computer or tablet type device really (not just a monitor). There is just a limited software on it to only process photos (and videos or music in some as well). Some diyers actually make their old/slow laptops that still have functional displays into digital photo frames.
471720
The camera will send the image it sees to the WiLife master program on your computer using the electrical wiring in your house and the USB connection to the master program on your computer, no internet needed. If you want to view the image from work or another computer, a broadband internet connection is necessary.
459451
I assume you're asking, "I don't need ...". That's correct. The camera/clock is self contained, needing nothing but A/C power. You will, however, find it better to view the captured videos on a computer. Better, not necessary. By the way, the video quality is much better than I expected. Much better. I wish it had WiFi, but it doesn't. The setup is, in my opinion, overly complex, but it does give you a lot of control. Also, motion detect runs for a fixed 5 minutes after it comes on. That's too long in my opinion. This produces a lot of unwanted video to scan thru.
1642099
The unit has its own AC power supply and yes the computer needs to be on. It is a great product!
2005018
No, you just need internet service. The remote viewing is not good. It's a small pic image and you can't manipulate it in any way. You don't get a clear image. And it goes off. But, the Logitech WiLife cameras are great. You can also Google Logitech WiLife Remote Viewing to find more information on this.
2138077
The only thing you need to supply is a monitor. That is needed for the initial set-up, and also to view camera images (current and historical) if you don't use a computer.
172944
The device works independent of a computer. To access it from a computer it uses a web browser. I have only ever been able to get this to work on ie. That said the entire contents of the device can be accessed directly with a monitor and the included mouse. There is also an app for smart phones that allows you to view it
1044751
The unit will operate completely on its own with no external connections of any kind. It only requires that you plug it in for power and plus the video cable into a TV so that you can set your options and make sure your cameras are all pointed where you want to monitor. No internet connection of any kind is required.
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Yes, the computer needs to be running. It is powered by the PC and to my knowledge has no internal memory for independent operation , so if it's off it can't send commands.