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LUK CAMERAS
Luk Cameras are the smartest cameras on the market. At their core is a 400MHz
processor. Using the processor they perform automatically adjust the video picture for
changing light conditions (auto-brightness), detect motion, and encode video using
Windows Media 9 Video file format.
When the camera detects motion within zones you specify it alerts Werks to record the
event, which it saves to the LukWerks Video folder.
The camera lens sits on bubble, which you can move to change its viewing angle.
Additionally, you can adjust the focus by gently turning the lens clockwise or counter-
clockwise as necessary. You should find the focus setting works for most locations.
We designed this Luk Camera for indoor use. However, we specifically designed it to peer out of a window to
monitor the out-of-doors using the included suction cup, which you can mount to the front or the back of the
camera. Luk cameras can also sit on top a desktop, bookshelf, wall or ceiling using the Desktop Mount or Wall
Mount.
The Werks application supports up to six cameras.
CAMERA POWER SUPPLY
The power supply connects to the camera using the provided CAT 5e cable. It serves two
functions.
First, the power supply provides power for the camera. Second, it is the network bridge
connecting the digital video feed from the camera to the PC running Werks.
There are a few rules you should know about using this unit.
Do not plug the power supply unit into a surge suppressor, a UPS, or some other filtering
unit. It can be plugged into a regular extension cord or non-surge power strip.
Likewise, do not connect the power supply unit or the WiLife camera into other Ethernet or Power-Over-
Ethernet (POE) hardware. The Luk Camera and the Luk Camera power supply operate as a pair.
The camera will not operate with non-WiLife POE equipment.
The unit is designed to be used indoors.
CAT 5E CABLE
The CAT 5e Cable carries DC power from the Camera Power Supply to the camera and provides the network
connection for digital data communications to and from the camera. The cable supplied with the LukWerks
system was specifically selected because it was small, flexible, and unobtrusive, in comparison to a typical CAT
5e cable.
Note: You can find longer CAT 5e cable cables in our online store at www.lukwerks.com.
RECEIVER
The Receiver module provides the interface between the PC and the power line data link. It
communicates with the PC via the USB. The PC sends commands to the cameras to configure
and control them. It receives status from these units, as well as the compressed video streams.
The receiver is not powered by the plug.
USB CABLE
The USB connects the Receiver to your PC allowing the network to communicate with the Werks application. It
transfers configuration commands to the cameras and receives compressed video streams from them.
Communication with the PC is accomplished using a standard USB 1.1 interface.