Viewing Options
"Current" - current snapshot of the Pentacrest. This picture is not updated automatically. Click your browser's refresh button to update the picture."AutoRefresh" - current snapshot of the Pentacrest that is automatically updated every 15 seconds.
"11am" - snapshot taken at 11am Central Time today (or the previous day if the current time is before 11am). This view is a useful alternative on sunny afternoons when glare disrupts the "Current" and "AutoRefresh" images or at night time when the "Current" image shows little detail.
"Archive" - a recent photo; an alternative to the other views when the webcam is not operational.
Troubleshooting
Q. What web browsers work with the camera view?A. There are no special requirements; any browser that can display a JPEG image should be fine. You may see a slight blink on the page if you select the "AutoRefresh" viewing option.
Q. After awhile the image doesn't change?
A. Click your browser's Refresh button to resume video updates in "AutoRefresh" mode.
Q. I am viewing the page from off campus. I only get an initial image and then it doesn't change.
A. Your Internet Service Provider may be caching the image. Try holding down the Shift key and clicking Refresh.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Why was this webcam activated?A. To provide a view of campus life and a primary campus icon: Old Capitol as part of the Pentacrest.
Q. Can I change the view?
A. Options are listed above the right edge of the view window. There are no user controls for zoom, pan, or tilt.
Q. What kind of camera is being used?
A. An Axis 2420 netcam. With this camera, we get a digital feed for the webcam and an analog feed for cable TV.
Q. How is the camera protected from the elements?
A. The camera is enclosed in a Pelco housing which includes a fan for cooling, a heater for winter, and a sun shade. The enclosure shield may need occasional manual cleaning.
Q. Will additional campus webcams be placed online?
A. ITS (Information Technology Services) will work with campus partners to decide if and where additional webcams should be placed.
