CAM RADIO NET - BASIC 101 Setup Tutorial by WK9Z (edits by webmaster)
Welcome...(Updated 06/19/10)

LET US BEGIN:
 First Step:
You must set a Static IP for the computer that you are streaming video from. In this example we will use the IP of 192.168.1.150. This number MUST BE OUTSIDE the DHCP range of your router.

(For additional help see "setting your dedicated IP" on the TECH BENCH index)

The dedicated IP is very important because it is used by WEBCAM XP and 7 software to "hand shake" the stream to your router/modem.

You must HIGHLIGHT the "protocol" as shown here. Now "click" PROPERTIES button and move to SECOND STEP...













Second Step:
You should have this dialog box up on your Windows screen.
Unclick the "Obtain an IP automatically" and click "Use the following IP address"...

Assign a static IP to your computer in this format:
IP ADDRESS: 192.168.X.150
SUBNET MASK:  255.255.255.0
DEFAULT GATEWAY: 192.168.n.n NOTE: This must be the address of your router/modem.
PREFERRED DNS SERVER: 192.168.n.n. No ALTERNATE is required.
NOTE: The PREFERRED DNS must be the same as the DEFAULT GATEWAY from above.

Please understand that you should be able to talk to your router. This is done by opening your browser and entering http://192.168.n.n where "n" = the router IP sequence and may be 0,1 or 2 depending. You will also need your ADMIN USER NAME and PASSWORD for router access.
(For additional help see "setting your dedicated IP" on the TECH BENCH index)





Upon entering your router you should see a page similar to this.
Some routers will automatically pick up your DEDICATED IP on your computer and some may require that you assign the IP locally. be sure that the IP address you assign lies above the START IP as shown here. The DHCP user list will be probably different for your application. Be sure that the LOCAL IP and the SUBNET MASK match those in your LOCAL SETUP.
The START ADDRESS for DHCP is 100 to 100 plus # of DHCP users, or 106, if you set your LOCAL IP to 150, you will safely be outside the DHCP range.

THIRD STEP:
This is where it gets a bit tricky...but follow along, you will be OK.
NOTE: There is a website that can help you through the next step, however you must have your ROUTER MODEL and S/N before you navigate to www.PortForward.com Notice that the website has changed a lot over there so don't be confused. Do not purchase any software on this site !!!
RECOMMENDED LINKS:
  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port_forwarding
  http://kbserver.netgear.com/kb_web_files/n101145.asp
  http://portforward.com/cports.htm (Port Listing, look up WEBCAM XP)
The above links may be helpful if understanding PORT FORWARDING is new to you.
  
If you understand PORT FORWARD, you may continue here.
The best way to explain PORT FORWARD is to tell you that it is basically the same as GAMING on-line. Webcam XP software supports the ports 8888-8080-8090 and so on. That is why we use these ports first, because Webcam XP defaults to 8080. It's internal software routines hand the STREAM to the router via the LOCAL IP and from there PORT FORWARDING hands it to the GLOBAL IP, or INTERNET side of the ROUTER so we can see your stream, or in this case WEB-CAM.

HERE WE GO...edited by WEBMASTER.
 
For those of you searching to find out how to make that router work and finally “forward” your stream “ports,” This TUTOR will help you walk through the process step by step using language and pictures that will make even the most basic of users able to understand the process.

Now there are a variety of different routers out there, each of course having a different user interface that one must access to make changes to the router. The two most common routers used by individuals are the Linksys models. As such, this tutorial will cover that router, but with a basic detail of how to access and set up PORT FORWARD, you will be able to do them all.

LINKSYS:
The first step in port forwarding is accessing the router. The IP address varies from router to router, so check the manufacturers website or the handbook that was included when purchased. Next open your internet browser and type in the proper IP address according to the directions below.
For LINKSYS the IP address is http://192.168.1.1  and the default logins are as follows:
username = admin
password = admin
If these have been changed by a service technician, you can do a HARD RESET and then enter the above keys.

Also, remember to change the passwords for your router after logging on if you haven’t done so already. Since the user defaults are widely known, and are exactly that (defaults), anyone can log on to your router and steal your bandwidth, or even worse, monitor your web traffic and perhaps even block you from logging on period. So it cannot be stressed enough to change your passwords after logging on. You have a call-sign, use it !!

Okay now for the fun part, forwarding those WEBCAM XP ports.

After logging on, you will see the main setup page. Click on the Applications & Gaming tab at the top of this page.
You should see a default router page like the one below...

Click on the APPLICATIONS and GAMING tab as displayed here...This will bring you to the Port Forward Range page. Here is where we will actually forward the ports as the page name implies.

In the first box you will enter the name of the application this will apply to, be it Webcam XP or Webcam 7 . For arguments sake we will apply it here as WEBCAM XP.
NOTE that WEBCAM 32 will also work as a PROTOCOL.
For the Start and End Port, we’ll be selecting a port from the software recommended range 8080 to 8888. Keep in mind that ports used are program specific so check which ones the program requires to be forwarded. Type the port number or range in both boxes. Start with 8080, but remember that some ISP will block the use of that port, so keep 8888 in mind if you have any problems seeing your stream.
NOTE: Verizon almost always blocks 8080 so start with 8888.
Don't forget to save these changes and settings. You will be required to assign the LOCAL IP of your computer so that these ports can be passed to the router. 192.168.1.150 is a good general IP for the local machine. Set PROTOCOL to BOTH (that will be UDP and TCP) Only one application will be posted...WEBCAM XP start 8080 and end 8080. Now click ENABLE. That should do it on your LINK SYS router.

You can test the connection by using the CMD interface. First go to RUN on the "start menu" and enter CMD (CR). The COMMAND LINE INTERFACE (CLI) will pop in a small BLACK WINDOW. Now enter IPCONFIG and (CR).

The information above will detail the connection between ROUTER and LOCAL MACHINE you are on at this time.
This is the fastest way to find that ROUTER ADDRESS if you cannot locate it...

Now understand that not all routers look like the LINKSYS...we have other tutorials on the website for these exceptions, but I suggest you "Google" your ROUTER MODEL and search for detailed instructions or .PDF files that explain the router and "how to use" all aspects of the router you are connected too.

As explained above your LINKSYS settings should look like this:

Click on the SAVE SETTINGS button and continue. You can setup other applications too, but remember that ports are SOFTWARE SPECIFIC. And the listing from the link posted above will help you understand the PORT FORWARD process. Keep in mind that the START and END ports should be the same and it MUST MATCH that which you have set in Webcam XP or 7.

FOURTH STEP:
If you have not already done so, download the WEBCAM 7 application from www.webcamxp.com website. Install the camera drivers first and be sure you do not run the CAMERA SOFTWARE. Webcam XP will find the camera and start the program for you. This is all internal so do not allow your camera software to run. Simply INSTALL the DRIVERS. Logitech 9000 users have an interface that can be used while WEBCAM XP is running, but do not click on the QUICK CAPTURE menu selection. This will block WEBCAM XP from seeing the camera. Check with your camera manufacturer instructions if you have problems seeing your camera in the WEBCAM XP preview window.

If your software is installed properly you should see a screen like the above. You may click the "preview" to see the image from your camera, if you do not see an image here, your camera drivers are not installed or the camera software is blocking access. Your selection here should be camera (source) 1 (one). Select this SOURCE and "right click" with the mouse to select your camera in the PCI/USB (WDM driver) menu selection. Your camera should be posted in the list if you set it properly and the drivers are running.
 
The OBJECT EDITOR is available by clicking on the EDITOR (camera) ICON. This is where you add your CALL SIGN.

This is the BROADCAST WINDOW. Here you must set your GLOBAL IP as listed on the www.camradio.net main page. This IP is GLOBAL and it is provided by your ISP. If this IP changes frequently you will need a DYNDNS.org account. Email WK9Z@camradio.net for additional information.
Enter the GLOBAL IP in the box marked HOST NAME, now enter the PORT that you set in the ROUTER for the PORT FORWARD settings. This IP should be GLOBAL:PORT or nn.nn.nn.nn:nnnn. (See the preceding image.)
Now click to ACTIVATE and your stream should be on-line.
The ID listing is a subset of the CONNECTED USER, IP address. You can check here to see how many and from where they are watching your stream. You will see IP's from our members and you can compare those with the posted IP displayed in CAM RADIO INFO. There is some good information in this list.
You may contact me if you are having problems. If not, email me your IP/PORT settings so I can test the account and pass the information on to K3HKR so he can setup your stream. Please note that CAM RADIO INFO will be the first posting, then after your "NEW-BEE" listing has changed to "MEMBER" you will have a STREAM LISTING page for other applications like QRZ BIO and STREAM LIST MEMBERSHIP.

 HOW IT ALL WORKS:
All stream resources function through the website...
There is an XML listing that you will be added to on the website and your basic settings will be placed in our SQL database for search application used by the STREAM LIST. The CAM RADIO INFO program accesses the XML while the MEMBER STREAM LIST uses the SQL. Every MEMBER has his/her own STREAM LIST page on www.camradio.net, that page can be accessed by adding your call sign to the URL. You must ne a MEMBER for the SQL to function properly.
EXAMPLE: www.camradio.net/members/WK9Z_live.html This will access your 640 by 480 camera page via the SQL database. Insert your call where mine is above. If the camera is not on-line, you have your stream deactivated or the GLOBAL IP has changed. You are responsible for keeping the WEBMASTER informed when or if your IP has changed.
Streaming on CAM RADIO NET is a privilege not a right. You are expected to keep your stream clean and up to date. No commercial advertising will be allowed and only one URL will be accepted on the stream page and that URL must be a non-commercial link such as your personal webpage or website.

Thank you, I hope this tutorial explains the basics. I will update this page from time to time so you are aware of any changes that might effect your stream.

73,
John WK9Z (contact me via QRZ information).
 
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