Video Camera With No "Strings" Attached

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(NAPSA)—From do-it-yourself home surveillance to viewing fun family memories, the latest video camera technology is making it possible to view the world from a number of new angles. However, many people are unable to takefull advantageof all the possibilities these products present due to the fact that the typical Web cam is tethered to the desktop by a 6-ft. cord. Fortunately, there’s now a convenient option that lets users view live video up to 100 feet away from where the camera is—an affordable, easy-to-set-up, tiny wireless camera that delivers a crisp, color picture to your television, VCR or computer. In addition, it’s a snap to add an audio receiver or panand-tilt mount for a more comprehensiveview. The XCam2 wireless video camera has a plethora of applications for both home and business use, including: Home protection—Set it up to monitor who comes to the front door (no more fisheye views) or serve as a round-the-clock security system for when you’re on vacation; “Nanny Cam”—Keep an eye on the children while you're out, or allay concerns about yourinhome help; Stockroom security—See who’s been helping themselves to office supplies; and Webcam—Create a streaming video feed for a worldwide audience. Developed by X10, the XCam2 is considered the most affordable way to go wireless. The Ninja Pan ‘n Tilt Wireless Camera Mount only adds to the device’s usefulness, as it enables you to change the angle and orientation of the Have fun with a new kind of “candid” camera, that can be used for home or business—it sets up just about anywhere— without wires or cables. camera for a panoramic view. For those who believe safety is often a luxury that comes with a high price tag, the entire kit, which includes the camera, receiver and mount, is available for about $80. The camerais also a fun way to extend the reach of your PC—you can actually view live broadcasts when you're away. So if a business trip calls you out of town, you don’t have to miss your son’s play or your daughter’s dancerecital. You can view it as it happens. (Requires X10 software.) The XCam2 and the Ninja Pan ‘n Tilt Mount, as well as other X10 products, are available exclusively online by visiting the Web site at www.x10.com.