MOBI MobiCam System

by Mobi

Product Features

• Ultra high resolution TFT color monitor with 2.4 GHz signal penetrates walls, floors and ceilings up to 300'
• Features automatic voice activated video transmission with adjustable sensitivity
• Compact camera design allows you to position and monitor small spaces such as baby cribs and narrow shelves
• Included A/V cable allows for connection to large TVs or VCRs for added convenience and security
• Optional PC software and adapter allows for automated recording, monitoring and notification via the internet, your cell phone or pager

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12 x 7.2 x 4.5 inches ; 1.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000246T54
• UPC: 891040700018
• Item model number: 70001
• Batteries: 3 AAA batteries required. (included)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #34,537 in Baby (See Top 100 in Baby)
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (86 customer reviews)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The MOBI technologies 70001 MobiCam Wireless System is a simple, reliable, and highly economical solution for any basic remote monitoring needs. Requiring no installation, the 70001 MobiCam system's compact design and wireless technology allow you to position the camera and monitor virtually anywhere making it both easy to use and completely portable. The 70001's camera features automatic voice-activated video transmission with an adjustable sensitivity, as well as IR (InfraRed) LEDs (light emitting diodes) that allow you to receive a picture in total darkness, making it an ideal solution as a baby monitor or for other in-home surveillance.

The 70001 MobiCam's camera utilizes the NTSC signal system to achieve 510 by 492 effective pixels of resolution. The IR LED emitters allow this camera to receive a picture under no-light (0 Lux) conditions up to 10-feet away, while the built-in microphone allows for one-way audio transmission and enables the voice-activated video transmission feature. The MobiCam's camera includes a built-in 2.4 GHz omni-directional antenna and three selectable channels that allow you to use multiple cameras with a single monitor. This unit's compact design allows it to be placed in tight spaces such as cribs or shelves, while its adjustable ball-mount-style camera lens lets you achieve an optimum viewing angle. The MOBI 70001 camera can run on either nine-volts DC power via an included AC/DC adapter or eight AA batteries for additional portability, and has an operating temperature of 0 to 40 degrees Celsius.

The 70001 MobiCam's 2.4 GHz monitor allows for signal reception from up to 300-feet away with a clear line of sight. This unit utilizes a 1.5-inch TFT (Thin Film Transistor, or active-matrix) LCD (liquid crystal display) screen that provides you with a clear and sharp picture with 490 by 240 effective pixels. The MOBI 70001 monitor includes three selectable channels to allow you to monitor multiple rooms, and a standard A/V (audio/video) output jack for connecting to a TV or VCR. The 70001's monitor runs on batteries or via an included AC/DC adapter, while optional PC software and an adapter allows for automated recording via the Internet, your cell phone or pager.

Technical Features:

• Signal distance: up to 300-feet (clear line of sight)
• Signal types: 2.4 GHz wireless transmission, NTSC TV system
• Sensitivity: minimum illumination of 0 Lux up to 10-feet
• Effective pixels: 510 x 492 for camera, 490 x 240 for monitor
• Camera operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Camera dimensions: approximately 9.2 x 5.9 x 12.3 centimeters (W x D x H)

Designed primarily for indoor use, the MOBI 70001 MobiCam system deserves serious consideration as one of the easiest and most portable economical monitoring solutions available, especially for parents traveling with a small child. While both camera and monitor are freestanding units, mounts are included for each allowing additional installation options. This system is made in the USA and was the winner of the 2004 iParenting Media Award. Users should note that the camera's image sensor may become permanently damaged if exposed to long hours of direct sunlight or halogen light, so the camera should not be mounted or pointed directly at the sun or other bright-light sources.

About Surveillance Camera Technical Features
Lux rating is the measurement used to indicate how sensitive a camera is to light, and stands for the level of light reflected off a piece of paper by a candle from one meter away. Thus a sensitivity of three Lux would mean a camera could generate an acceptable picture of a piece-of-paper-sized object that was illuminated by the equivalent of three candles from one meter away. The lower the Lux level, the better the camera's ability to work in low-light conditions. The camera's resolution should be greater than or equal to the resolution supported by the system's recorder or monitor. The S/N, or signal to noise ratio, is an important measure of a camera's quality. A poor camera, low-light conditions or poor wiring causes "noise" which consumes processing power and disk space. A camera with a wide dynamic range is ideal, especially for recording areas in which both indoor and outdoor light are present. CCD (charge-coupled device) sensors provide high-quality images that are less susceptible to noise. CMOS (complimentary metal-oxide semiconductor) sensors offer less image quality, but are usually more cost-effective and energy efficient.

What's in the Box
Camera, monitor, mounting kit, A/V cable, and AC adapter.

Product Description

The MobiCam system is the most compact, portable and multi-function color handheld wireless monitoring system available. Designed specifically for easy mobility of both the camera and the receiver, the MobiCam system can be moved to any location within the home. But MobiCam is not limited just to home use -- the compact, lightweight design can be transported anywhere and ready for use instantly. Because it has a transmission range of up to 300 feet and 2.4 GHz technology, your security and peace of mind is always within sight.

Features:

• Ultra-high resolution TFT color monitor with 2.4 GHz signal penetrates walls, floors, and ceilings, at a range of up to 300 feet
• Night Vision with I/R Technology allows viewing in total darkness, at a range of up to 10 feet
• Compact design lets you monitor your loved ones at any location with ease
• Automatic, voice-activated video transmission has adjustable sensitivity
• Camera and receiver mounts are included for added installation options, quick removal and repositioning
• Compact camera design allows you to position and monitor small spaces, such as baby cribs or narrow shelves
• Dual power (battery & A/C) operation of camera and monitor allow for total mobility and use anywhere in your home, while traveling, visiting family and more
• Included A/V cable allows for connection to larger TVs or VCRs, for added convenience and security
• Optional PC software and adapter allows for automated recording, monitoring and notification via the internet, your cell phone or pager
• 1.5" color display
• Adjustable camera-viewing angle
• Low battery power indicator
• Requires 8 "AA" batteries (not included)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

55 of 57 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Doesn't work with a Wireless Network, February 14, 2005

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A. Davis (Birmingham, AL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: MOBI MobiCam System (Baby Product)

I was really looking forward to having a monitor so I could see my son at night. When I started using it the monitor had lines running through the picture and I couldn't hear anything. The manufacturer said that it doesn't work when you have a wireless network. I was really disappointed so I sent it back. I bought the Handheld Color Video Monitor by Summer Infant. It works great with my wireless network and my 2.4 Ghz phones. It doesn't work very good with other 900Mhz phones or controls according to the manual.

34 of 40 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WARNING... please read before using this monitor, February 3, 2006

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@homemom (Jersey Shore, United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MOBI MobiCam System (Baby Product)

I just received my new monitor, so I can't say yet how I'm going to like it long term but found something out when setting it up that made me come post IMMEDIATELY.

I plugged the camera into my daughters nursery and turned it on channel 3, came out to the living room and plugged in the monitor unit.. and went to switch it to channel three... channel one all static as it should be, however channel two had a perfectly clear image of a nursery, but NOT MY DAUGHTERS!!!! Our nextdoor neighbor has a son, and I was looking at what I'm sure is his nursery... talk about a creepy feeling knowing I was looking into the neighbors sons bedroom (and I'm guessing would be listening to if the happened to be home and in the room) since that means that if they change their channel they will be looking/listening in on OUR daughters nursery. I'm not sure what I'll do next, if I'll keep the monitor and hope they don't change channels or what.

That said the picture is amazing, haven't tested it for sound yet... but since I can pick up our neighbors nursery I'm guessing my range will be just fine for our own inside or outside the house.

So... great monitor, maybe to great... you decide!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Baby Monitor, November 3, 2004

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dragonluv (Honolulu, HI United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MOBI MobiCam System (Baby Product)

PROS:

* It's great to be able to see your baby as well as hear what's going on. :)

* Easy to reposition cameras and take the monitor with you

* More than one camera linked to one handheld monitor. It's wonderful to be able to toggle between my two year old and 6 mo old napping in different rooms :).

* Night vision provides a clear picture in low/no light

* Great reception (at my house anyway :P)

* Able to connect the monitor to the TV


Two minor things that could be improved:

* I think it would be more helpful if the switches on the camera were on the back or top instead of the bottom so you don't have to pick up the camera everytime to turn it off or change the setting - or even better if you could control the camera (on/off/night vision) right from the monitor :)

* You have to keep it plugged in if you want to use it all night. (not sure about the auto setting - don't really use it)


If you're looking for a baby monitor, this is a great one - I bought it with an extra camera. :)