To turn your webcam into a surveillance system or integrate an IP camera using , follow these streamlined steps. ContaCam is a lightweight, bloat-free video surveillance software for Windows that supports everything from standard USB webcams to high-end IP cameras. Quick Setup Guide Contaware.com - Video Surveillance and Graphics Software
: When motion is detected, the system can send email alerts with attachments, upload files to an FTP server, or execute custom system commands. Daily Summaries contacam+v90+webcam+ip+cam+hot
Appendix: Useful settings explained
Adding cameras (IP and USB)
| Symptom | Cause | Fix using Contacam + V90/IP Cam | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | V90 overheating. | Reduce resolution to 720p. Add a heatsink to the V90's casing. | | IP Cam lag (2 sec delay) | Network congestion. | In Contacam, set "FPS limit" to 5 (for motion only). | | False alarms at night | IR glare on IP cams. | In Contacam, use "Zone masking." Exclude the window or heat vent. | | CPU usage 100% | Recording raw AVI. | Switch to "Motion JPEG recording" inside Contacam (Files > Format). | To turn your webcam into a surveillance system