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05/06/2005 - 12:45 PM
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Network no port incoming setting
Hi everyone,
I installed Abelcam on a Cloud Server.
I have installed 4 hikvision cameras (which I use as a webcam) in a network but I can't open inc ..
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04/30/2019 - 06:24 AM
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SOLVED: Just bought license
Hi, I just bought a license for AbelCam. I enter the license and save the configuration but when I restart AbelCam there is no license shown in the li ..
You can ignore this post. I have it figured out. My user name was different than the one I used for the free license. Once I changed it to the one in ..
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06/13/2018 - 07:48 PM
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MikeKe
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IP camera settings
I'm a newbie and need help figuring out how to get an IP camera set up. The camera is a Wansview W3. I have it working fine through the camera's app a ..
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12/03/2017 - 10:13 PM
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Raspberry PI
Hi. I run a webcam with AbelCam on my main computer.
When on holiday I switch off my main computer, therefore no pics.
Is it possible to run AbelCam o ..
That would depend on what O/S is installed on your RasPi. AbelCam needs Windows XP or higher. As for running it under WINE, you'd just have to try it ..
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10/08/2016 - 08:17 AM
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Ip auto blocker
Hi there how can i block ip address that are trying to get into the cam software ..
You may use the IP Filter to block unwanted visitors.
There is no automatic setting, you will have to add the IP numbers / range manually...
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11/28/2015 - 03:51 AM
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sse
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Public Cam List and Info about Windows 10
Hello,
unfortunately several (including mine) Webcams are not listed on the 'Abelcam Cameras' page anymore; although the box 'config./Internet/List' ..
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08/28/2015 - 12:41 PM
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Re Install
Hi. I am about to wipe my computer and re install.
Is there any way I can re install AbelCam and transfer all my settings and registration key without ..
Hello Terry
Open "%AppData%\Seiz System Engineering" and copy the folder AbelCam to a safe location.
After installation of AbelCam on the new system..
Hi
Thank you for your reply, it should make things easier.
Regards
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Terry, I thought about this one more time.
My answer was wrong - the folder mentioned does not contain the configuration options, it's just a tempora..
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08/16/2015 - 04:22 PM
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Version 4.4.0 is the end for XP?
I have several old XP computers that are retired and their function in retirement is to run AbelCam. There is no way I am purchasing a new OS for thes ..
Strange. Latest version (4.4.0) works for me on my WinXP Pro SP-3 boxes. If you can't get 4.4.0 running you could try 4.3.1 I suppose. It has been run..
I have exactly the same problem as ThomasDi , 4.2.8. is working great and I wish to continue using it.
I also asked for help on e-mail (Registrati..
From ThomasDi:
After installing, the new version states it cannot be run on Windows XP.
Game over?
This is incorrect. The current public version ..
Hello all,
I have just bought 8 ONVIF- compatible IP webcams. Has anyone out there got Onvif-compatible cams working with Abelcam?
Many thanks!..
After help from SSE , AbelCam works without problem on XP...
Installed today 4.4.2 on 3 XP SP3 machines without problem-Thank you!
Only "bug" I found before updating is when you ask "Check for AbelCam updates" ..
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05/02/2015 - 04:52 PM
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Camera stops working frequently...
I am in the process of trying to find the cause of this problem, either it be Abelcam or a Logitech driver issue. Frequently the camera will 'turn of ..
This probably isn't a real big help... but here's what I can tell you:
I run the same OrbitMP/AbelCam/Driver 11.5 combination on an XP-Pro box here a..
I also had this installed on an XP box with similiar results. When Abelcam stops displaying the videw I get the message that it took to long capturin..
From StevenB:
I also had this installed on an XP box with similiar results.
Similar to what you are seeing on 2003? Or similar to what I'm seeing on..
I am having the similiar issue on XP as I am with 2003. I wouldn't be surprised if it was a driver issue. The camera has been steady for the last tw..
I have similar issues. I am running one Orbit AF on a Vista Ultimate machine, and two Orbit AF on another XP SP2 machine. MelvinG provided me with the..
Well to see if it helps I have setup a task to run a batch file that restarts the abelservice every night at 3AM.
net stop abelservice & net start ab..
This isn't a guaranteed fix-it-all, but there is alread a feature in AbelCam that detects a dead cam and tries to re-start it. Click the Self Check bu..
I get this as well but in my case it's down to system load. There just isn't enough system resources to keep the cameras and other software I want all..
Melvin, I did not try using the extender (which I do have on a couple of the cameras) between the computer and the hub. Don't know why I never thought..
A followup on this:
Theres a Thread in the Logitech Forums about this issue.
I find it very interesting, that Logi Legend KachiWachi states
I would ..
It's funny you found that, I started that one as well. It would be nice if Abelcam could turn the camera off and back on automatically. It seems as ..
SSE I hope you do not trust what some named KachiWachi types in a forum. Looks like most of their posts are simplistic questions then a response base..
Frankly, StevenO, I don't think it'll work unless you add a fiber segment to that link-up. Might need to bounce it off the satellite too, so have a mi..
I'm not sure my problem is related to the above but my camera will stop streaming the video when using either Java Script Stream or the Java Stream. ..
I have no idea what the problem is, but I can offer you a quick fix.
in the javascript/ajax.html page, change
<meta http-equiv="refresh" content="..
Thanks, Stefan but it was not that critical of an issue to begin with and pressing the stream button to restore the streaming is a palatable workaroun..
Well I seemed to find my solution to this problem...
In the camera config xml file I changed the wait time for this value...
<MaxFrameWaitTime&g..
I have same problem, Sphere MP (11.5.0 driver), directly in PC, cheep USB 2.0 card.
Before I also lovered FPS to 0.5 to reduce CPU usage, but after fe..
I check "send mail if camera fail" but after And pres file/save, but after AbelCam restart it allways goes blank, it uncheck it self.
What I'm doing ..
From DomenicoS:
I check "send mail if camera fail" but after And pres file/save, but after AbelCam restart it allways goes blank, it uncheck..
Yes, just as stated above
One of second-hand Orbit I buy have same problems...bad luck...
I forget how can I replace "AbelCam eye" picture with som..
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02/14/2015 - 01:02 PM
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Replacement WebCam?
Hi, The inner workings of my Logitech Orbit/Sphere AF have died and it sadly looks at the floor now.
Does anyone have any recommendations for a simil ..
The only USB + motorized PTZ camera that I'm aware of being still in production is the Chinese cam generically called "USB 2.0 Motor Tracking Camera"...
I also look for next cam after Logitech Orbit/Sphere AF.
I think AbelCam works also with IP cams but didnt have chance to test them..
I wos looking a..
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02/14/2015 - 11:59 AM
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Out-Door Webcam Recommendations
Looking for suggestions/recommendations for a out-door webcam that works well with Abelcam that can be purchased in the US.
PTZ is not a major r ..
I am using a Panasonic BB-HCM735 for a couple of years now.
The camera is fully supported by AbelCam (including PTZ), is not very expensive and has ..
At $1200 A bit expensive huh?..
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09/29/2014 - 06:37 PM
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BillMi
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Hauppauge hVR 2250
Trying Abelcam 4.3.1 on Win7 64-bit SP1
Hooked up a webcam as a test and works no problem.
Abelcam detected my tuner card, identifies it as a WinTV 71 ..
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06/29/2014 - 11:08 PM
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RussWh
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"Abelcam 4.3.1 is running already: Abelservice" when starting service...
Hi all,
When I set "UserInterface = Yes" in AbelService.ini the application complains when the service is started:
Abelcam 4.3.1 is running already: ..
Are you sure it isn't already running? Remember, the default installation of AbelService sets it to Automatic Startup. Having changed mine to Manual S..
What operating system are you talking about?..
From sse:
What operating system are you talking about?
XP in my case...
I have not tested the XP version of the service for a long time,
the Windows Vista and up version is completely different and does not use the abelse..
Hi all,
I didn't know the forum doesn't send notifications and hadn't seen you guys had already replied, sorry about that!
Yes, I am sure it's not ..
Btw, it looks like that when I am running it as a service, it's not using the same configuration settings/folder... When accessing the configured port..
I have tested on XP today, works all as it should. Once
UserInterface = Yes is set, the GUI pops up as it should.
Now for Windows 2003 - not sure wh..
Well... I am subscribed but still don't get replies. Used changedetection.com to get a notification which worked nevertheless, maybe you can check wh..
Any other suggestions?
Regards,
Nika...
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11/01/2013 - 08:16 AM
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AbelCam on iPhone?
Подскажите,как правильно настроить программу абелкам на пк вин7про,что бы потом я ..
There are two third party apps which support AbelCam on the iPhone.
Please look here..
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09/17/2013 - 10:33 PM
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sse
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Logitech Sphere AF ?
Hi,
I heard that there is no tool for the new Version of the
Logitech Sphere AF
Does AbelCam support the Pan/Tilt for that new Version on Windows ..
New version? How new? FWIW, I just bought an AF last week, from a retail store, and it is identical to the AF I bought about 6 months ago. It is VID_0..
From MelvinG:
New version? How new? FWIW, I just bought an AF last week, from a retail store, and it is identical to the AF I bought about 6 months ag..
Need to buy new Sphere, need it for outdoor view, so, I think autofokus can only harm whan I get rain drops on glas.
I'm wondering is new AF better ..
Definitely the image is sharper - I suppose because the optics are higher quality. Stability is fine here (I have 3 SphereAF running 24/7). Pan/Tilt i..
Great answer!
XP, hope to assemble it soon.....
Yes, Sphere AF is defiantly sharper, and overall better image quality!
Old Sphere MP had "lines" problem also on other much stronger PC when framerat..
In my country is not posiblle to buy Sphere any more... Does anybody know is some new model planed, or Logitech will stop producing it?
( I know I sh..
I am not sure what is going on. On the Logitech USA site the American version of the Sphere (OrbitAF) is still available. Also it is still for sale in..
I fave problem with focusing on ethernal, I can manually focus from near to "100" meters away, but than focusing "stops" than, and landscape in distan..
I have never had good focus behaviour from any Orbit/Sphere-AF, ever. The problems are in the drivers - AbelCam does not control focus. My solution? I..
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05/16/2013 - 10:44 AM
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logitech orbit af crashing.
I have been using abelcam for years without any issues with my setup. BUT several months ago the camera would freeze for several hours and then it m ..
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05/12/2013 - 01:28 AM
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ChuckJ
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AbelCam with Windows 8
Hi,
I just purchased windows 8 Pro but before I install it I was wondering if there are any issues running AbelCam 4.2.8 in Windows 8?
Thanks ..
AbelCam runs fine on Windows 8.
There is no adaption for the new windows user interface...
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AnthonyBa
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12/18/2012 - 09:01 AM
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sse
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Greater than 10 Commands
I have some custom HTML on my site that sends PC commands to the server when users hit buttons on the webpage. The problem is, I have 11 buttons that ..
Hello Anthony
you may increase the number of commands available by using parameters.
See the examples in the wwwroot/commands folder...
Hello,
I intended to use external commands for my home automation but I got all so a limitation
problem of 10 external commands!
In the folder C:\Do..
Yes, of course there's a solution (to unlimited number of commands).
Have a look at the file script.cmd in the wwwroot\commands folder.
This can easi..
WilbertB,
If the above answer doesn't help, you could do what I did and create one command that opens a command shell (cmd.exe), or any program, in w..
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11/17/2012 - 04:00 AM
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AnthonyBa
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Foscam Pan and Tilt
I've been searching through posts about pan and tilt and Foscam and have not found any resolution.
Has anyone gotten pan and tilt to work with Abelca ..
An analysis of the Foscam PT commands can be found in the forum.
There is no preconfigured setup.
You'll have to create your own, more on IP PTZ in ..
Thanks for the reply.
Nothing in that thread makes the least bit of sense to me.
I have no idea what to do with the values given by Melvin.
I had i..
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09/19/2012 - 03:24 PM
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