English Model : iCM10 / iCM15 / iCM20 Instruction Manual Mini Webcam for Laptop
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the iCM10 / iCM15 / iCM20. Unpack the unit and make sure all accessories are put aside so they will not be lost. Clip-Style Webcam · High quality 1.3 megapixel (iCM10/15), 3.0 megapixel (iCM20)sensor resolution webcam for laptop or desktop · Universal Laptop clip for easy mount on a laptop · Ideal for video chatting, recording or taking a snap-shot · VoIP call / chat with high quality built-in microphone via Skype, Google, MSN, Yahoo, etc. · Supports USB 2.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1 GETTING STARTED Location of Controls System Requirements Installation 3 3 4 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Viewing Images Camera Settings Light Sources Audio Source and Settings Using Internet Messenger Downloads Maintenance Tips 5 6 9 10 12 12 WEB CHATTING AND SPECIAL EFFECTS GUIDE Installing the Special Effects Software Instant Messenger Setting Using the Special Effects and other Features 13 13 14 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 17 USER SAFETY GUIDE 18 SPECIFICATIONS
GETTING STARTED Location of Controls on the Main Unit 3 1 4 5 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. LED power indicator Clip for PC or laptop Camera lens Microphone Sliding cover 2 System Requirements · · · · · · · · Intel Pentium 4 (2.0GHz or higher) Microsoft Windows XP / Vista / 7 (32bit, 64bit) Mac OS X 10.4 or later 1GB RAM 160MB hard disk space (260MB recommended) CD-ROM drive One available USB port (USB 2.
GETTING STARTED Installation 1. Plug the Webcam into the USB port on your PC or notebook computer. Live pictures will begin to be shown in the view window. 2. Webcam is plug and play, therefore software installation is only neccessory for use of ManyCam special effects. Insert the installation CD into your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive and Install the software according to the screen prompts. If prompted to do so, restart your computer after installation.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Viewing Images After you have installed your USB Web Camera, use the image editing or video software to ensure everything is properly set up. For Windows XP / Vista / 7 users: 1. Click on the Start menu button. 2. Click on the All Programs menu item. 3. Click on iCM10, iCM15 or iCM20 Amcap. 4. From the menu bar, choose Capture Start Capture.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Camera Settings Video Format The Video Format dialog box in instant messenger applications allows you to control the size and color of the image provided by your camera. The following dialog box will appear when you select Options Video Capture Pin from within Amcap. Please note, other graphic applications should also have a settings window with similar controls.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Camera Settings - continued · Color Space/ Compression – this setting controls how many colors will be shown. The higher the number, the more colors that can be shown. High pixel depth allows your videos and images to show realistic colors. Various color formats can be selected, but 24-bit RGB color is recommended unless your PC can display only 256 colors. As with resolution, the higher the pixel depth, the more data the video or image will contain.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Camera Settings - continued Items in the above Properties window are described as* : · Brightness – this setting controls how bright an image or video will appear. · Contrast – this setting adjusts the tonal range of an image by lowering mid-tone values and increasing values for high and low tones. For example, use contrast to eliminate noise or shading on black & white and grayscale videos or images or to clean-up color ones.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Light Sources Lighting Settings Some applications may also allow you to adjust light settings other than those shown above. We have defined some commonly used terms which may appear in software programs you are using: · Lighting Modes - Your camera normally operates in normal mode; however, you can switch it to dark mode when there is too much light or bright mode when light is dim.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Audio Source and Settings Your camera comes with a built-in microphone which allows you to talk without additional microphone. To allow it work with you computer, follow the settings below: 1. In the Windows ‘Control Panel’, select ‘Sounds and Audio Devices’ or ‘Sounds and Multimedia’. Under the ‘Audio’ tab, change the ‘Default device’ of ‘Sound recording’ to ‘USB Audio Device’ or display web-camera model number. 2.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Audio Source and Settings - continued Important: When running with camera software application (Amcap) as the first time, go to Options Audio Capture Filter. To increase the audio volume, slide the bar in ‘AudioInputMixer Properties’ page as below. In the ‘Pin Line’ box, select ‘Microphone’.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Using Internet Messenger Downloads Internet messenger downloads can be used with the USB Web Camera for live Internet chatting. Such downloads include Yahoo! Messenger, Windows Live Messenger (MSN Messenger) and Skype which are widely used. Instant video messenger downloads allow you to send text messages and have video chats online. Your message and video is delivered immediately, with the person to whom sent the message being able to respond immediately as well.
WEB CHATTING AND SPECIAL EFFECTS GUIDE Installing the Special Effects Software* Insert the installation CD into your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. Click on the “ManyCam Software” button and follow the screen prompts. * The ManyCam Software is only necessary to enable use of the special effects but not for the general use of the camera. Instant Messenger Setting Each messenger service is different and may be subject to various updates.
WEB CHATTING AND SPECIAL EFFECTS GUIDE Using the Special Effects and other Features For more detailed instructions on the use of the special effects software, visit: http://www.manycam.com/getstarted Launch ManyCam Double-click the ManyCam system tray icon to open the ManyCam Options window. Here you can choose your web-camera as a source and apply various graphic effects and filters to the output picture. How to Remove ManyCam.com Logo from the Output Picture 1. 2. 3.
WEB CHATTING AND SPECIAL EFFECTS GUIDE Using the Special Effects and other Features - continued How to Apply Graphical Effects to the Output Picture 1. 2. 3. 4. Open the –”Effects” tab of the ManyCam options window. Click the –”Effects” tab. Select the effect type you would like to use. Select an individual effect from the list in the bottom part of the window. How to Apply Face Accessories 1. 2. 3. 4. Open the –”Effects” tab of the ManyCam options window. Click the –”Face accessories” tab.
WEB CHATTING AND SPECIAL EFFECTS GUIDE Using the Special Effects and other Features - continued How to Impose Current Date and Time on the Output Picture 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Open the –”Effects” tab of the ManyCam options window. Click the –”Date & Time” tab. Check the –”Show clock” checkbox. Adjust options like clock type, time and/or date format, font size and transparency. Place the clock where you want it to be shown in the video window by Drag and Drop. How to Draw over the Output Picture 1. 2. 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If you experience difficulties in the use of this unit, please check the following before calling for Customer Service. No Image · Make sure that the USB cable is correctly and securely attached. · Make sure that your video software has been properly installed. · Make sure your lens is free from obstructions, and that it is pointing in the appropriate direction. Dark Pictures · Make sure that there is sufficient light for the camera.
USER SAFETY GUIDE WARNING · TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. · THIS APPLIANCE SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING WATER AND THAT NO OBJECT FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON APPARATUS.
USER SAFETY GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - continued 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10.
USER SAFETY GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - continued 16. 17. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
USER SAFETY GUIDE FCC NOTICE TO A USER IN USA This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
USER SAFETY GUIDE FCC NOTICE TO A USER IN USA - continued IMPORTANT NOTES ON HEARING Your hearing is very important to you and to us, so please take care when operating this equipment. We strongly recommend you to follow the guideline below in order to prevent possible damage or loss of hearing. If you continuously listen to the loud sounds, your hearing will adapt to continuous loud sounds and will give you the impression that the volume has been reduced. What seems normal to you may in fact be harmful.
USER SAFETY GUIDE IC NOTICE TO A USER IN CANADA - continued If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television operation (which can be determined by turning the equipment off ), the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
SPECIFICATIONS · · · · · · · · Image Sensor: CMOS 1.3M pixels (iCM10/15 ) / 3.0 M pixels (iCM20) Image Sensor Size: 1/5.5” (iCM10/15) / 1/4” (iCM20) 2560×1920(iCM10/15) by software interpolated 4000×3000(iCM20) by software interpolated Video Frame Rate: up to 30 fps USB interface: USB 2.0 Dimensions (W x H x D): 1.6” x 2.1” x 0.7” (42mm x 55mmx 18mm) Unit Weight: 2.1 oz (60 g) * Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notification. Dimensions and weights are approximate.
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