Abstract: A camera system comprises a camera that produces a video signal, a video compressor that compresses the video signal, a system control processor that passes the compressed video signal, and a network interface that receives the compressed video signal, wherein the video compressor comprises configurable parameters that affect a bandwidth of the compressed video signal.

Abstract: A camera system comprises a camera that produces a video signal, a video compressor that compresses the video signal, a system control processor that passes the compressed video signal, and a network interface that receives the compressed video signal, wherein the video compressor comprises configurable parameters that affect a bandwidth of the compressed video signal.

Abstract: A method for presenting complex camera controls for a plurality of cameras to a user is dynamically based on the cursor position and on the GUI focus. The controls may be presented to a plurality of users, such as on an IP network, and the status of the camera and controls may also be presented dynamically and simultaneously to a plurality of users on the network. Network delays, such as IP network propagation and latency, create camera control user interface difficulties, and methods for mitigating the delays by use of caching of camera status, methods of use of indicators showing adjusting status, and methods to command camera positioning that do not require real-time visual feedback are defined. Methods of defining and activating auto-panning functions and preset tilt/pan/focus functions are defined, and the methods of reporting status to a plurality of users. In addition, a method of linking activation of camera presets to other systems is established.

Abstract: A method, system, and computer program product are provided that extend the functionality of personal information managers (PIMs) to allow a user to perform telephone control operations through the PIM. The method, system, and computer program product also allow the user to extend the capabilities of his telephone system. The user can receive information maintained by the PIM (such as contacts, unread e-mail messages, and calendar appointments) as needed, without requiring a query. The user can receive unread e-mail or reminders about imminent appointments through a pager, for example. Parties trying to contact the user can also receive information maintained by the user's PIM. For example, a caller can learn the user's whereabouts, as indicated by the user's appointment calendar, when the user is unavailable to answer a telephone call. This functionality is provided in part by connecting the PIM and its data structures to a private branch exchange.