There are network cameras that are limited to 100 meters.

-----Original Message-----
>From: Steve Tomporowski <didym...@gmail.com>
>Sent: Dec 22, 2008 7:45 AM
>To: The Hardware List <hardware@hardwaregroup.com>
>Subject: [H]  A Long Way for a Webcam
>
>Here's the situation.  I have a Microsoft Lifecam (USB) that is far
>enought away to required 50 foot of cable to get to the computer.  Due
>to various restrictions, neither the computer nor the camera can be
>moved.  The camera will work with two 15 foot extentions, but will not
>work with one more. If a hub is inserted, that does not help, in fact
>the webcam will not work with a hub at all.  Other than moving the
>computer closer to the 30 ft limit (not counting the 6 foot cable on
>the Webcam), I don't have any ideas.  I'm open to suggestions.  Is
>there a better way to do this?  The local Best Buy doesn't have
>anything other than USB webcams.  I've also tried a logitech webcam
>and it has more problems than the Microsoft.
>
>How can I get this done?
>
>Thanks....Steve


Mark Dodge

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