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Frequently-asked questions
How can I tell which direction the camera is pointed?
Answer: The camera is set in the home position. This is the position used most frequently by the staff
in the traffic control center. We have a typical morning scheme and afternoon scheme which automatically
sends all cameras to pre-set directions. Generally speaking, these automatic settings keep the cameras
pointed so that the heaviest traffic flow is oncoming or heading toward the camera. When there is no incident
to monitor, the cameras are usually zoomed out and pointing in peak flow traffic direction.
The cameras can be rotated 360 degrees as well as zoomed, panned and tilted.
I was in an accident near one of your cameras. Do you have a video tape of the accident?
Answer: We do not regularly record our camera feeds for archiving. No tapes will be kept.
We only occasionally record video images for traffic studies and exceptional circumstances.
What hardware/software do I need to view the traffic camera images?
Answer: You need a PC that is networked to a standard telecommunication line,
LAN, WAN with an Internet connection and you need Web browser software loaded on your PC. No other tools are required because all the necessary software tools are
downloaded to your browser or monitoring PC.
How often are the camera images updated?
Answer: Camera images should update automatically. Variable refresh
rates depend on end-user's connection speed and connection out in the field. If your browser does not support the refresh function, you can manually update the image by selecting one of the refresh rate buttons below the image.
Are the cameras able to read vehicle license plates and monitor traffic speeds?
Answer: The cameras are not able to read vehicle license plates and do not have sensors to detect
traffic speeds. Cameras are strictly for traffic management use only, not for law enforcement.
What are the benefits of the video cameras?
Answer: Some of the benefits of the video cameras include:
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