- RadioShack Webcam with Auto-Focus User's Guide
Video Conference
You can use your webcam for video conferences over the
internet.
Still Images
You can use the WebCam Companion 2 software to capture
still images that can be saved on your computer’s hard drive.
Double-click the WebCam Companion 2 icon, then click
Capture -->Capture.
WebCam Companion 2
Use the WebCam Companion 2 software for online video
chats, still image/video captures and simple video creation.
Motion Detection
Webcam Companion can automatically capture footage when
your webcam detects movement, and notify you via email or
FTP.
Facetracking
The face tracking function automatically detects your face and
keeps you focused in the picture even if you move.
To turn on face tracking, right click in the task bar, and
select Face tracking ON before you use VideoImpression 2.0
or Webcam Companion 2 software. To turn it off, right click
and select Face tracking OFF.
Video Capture
You can use VideoImpression 2.0
to record videos directly to your
computer’s hard drive.
1. Open VideoImpression 2.0. The
ARCSOFT VIDEOIMPRESSION
screen appears.
2. Click Create a New Video, then
click Capture From Device.
3. Adjust the webcam for best
picture quality. To adjust the
color or contrast click Settings.
4. Click to start recording and
to stop. The webcam records in
AVI format.
Notes:
• To learn more about video
editing tools, refer to the
VideoImpression application’s
online help.
• If your webcam does not work
properly, restart your computer.
System Requirements
• Operating System: Windows Vista
TM
Windows
®
XP SP2 or Above
Support Microsoft Video Class
Windows Compatible Sound Card and
Speakers
• Processor: Pentium
®
P3 700MHz
(Pentium
®
P4 or higher recommended)
• Memory: 256 MB RAM
• Free Hard Disk Space: 200 MB
• Connection: USB 2.0 (Internet Connection)
Specifications
Image Sensor ........................ 1600 x 1200 Pixels, CMOS
Lens Specification............ F2.8, f=4.9mm Auto Focus Lens
White Balance ....................................................... Auto
Exposure............................................................... Auto
Frame Rate ......................1600 x 1200 Pixels @ 3~5fps
.....................................
1280 x 960 Pixels @ 10~12fps
.............................................
640 x 480 Pixels @ 30fps
Focus Range ............................Auto Focus,7cm to Infinity
Depth of Field ........................................ 50 cm to Infinity
PC Interface .....................................................USB 2.0
Video Format........................................................... AVI
Audio........................................................... Built-in Mic
Video Capture Resolution ...............................................
.......................
2M/1.3M/640 x 480/320 x 240 Pixels
Still Capture Resolution .................................... 2M Pixels
..........................................
Up to 8M Pixels Interpolated
Power.................................................... From USB Port
Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.
Actual product may vary from the images found in this document.
RF Emissions Information
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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, 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.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult your local
RadioShack store or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop using your product. Changes
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authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Limited Warranty
This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship
under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores
and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES
NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE
WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack
SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY
WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR
PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA,
PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In
the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales
receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless
otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b)
replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced
parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New
or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Repaired or
replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. You will be
charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period.
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse,
accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or
maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other
than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or
batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product
removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.
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Model 25-298
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Thank you for purchasing this Gigaware 2.0-Megapixel Webcam with
Auto-Focus from RadioShack. You can plug and play the webcam
without installing a driver. Your webcam captures video at 2MP and still
images up to 8MP interpolated. Please read this user’s guide before
installing, setting up, and using your new product.
Auto Focus Lens
Automatically focus for clear
images.
Mounting Base
Place the webcam on top of
your monitor or on a desk if it
does not fit on your monitor.
Adjust the mounting base for
the best view.
Microphone
Located on back,
near the USB cable.
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Install Software
Turn on your
computer and insert
the CD. When the
2.0MP Webcam
with Auto-Focus
screen appears, click
the desired software
and follow the on-
screen instructions.
When complete,
VideoImpression
2.0 and WebCam
Companion 2 icons
appear on your computer desktop. The Facetracking icon
appears on the task bar. Restart your computer after
software installation.
For Window Vista™ Users: When the CD is inserted,
click Run Menu.exe. When 2.0MP Webcam with Auto-
Focus screen appears, click the desired software. During
installation, a User Account Control message may appear
asking you to cancel or allow program authorization of the
webcam software. Select the option Allow or Continue.
Then follow the on-screen instructions.
Note: If your computer runs Windows XP SP I, go to
www.microsoft.com and then update your computer to
Windows XP SP II or III.
o
Launch Software
1. Connect the webcam USB plug to your computer’s USB
port. You can plug and play the webcam.
2. To use VideoImpression 2, WebCam Companion 2, double-
click the icon on the desktop. To use Facetracking, see
“Facetracking”.
Note: When using WebCam Companion 2 and
VideoImpression 2 to capture video, do not set your image
resolution higher than 640 x 480. To use the image
resolution higher than 640 x 480, your computer must
meet the following minimum system requirements:
• CPU speed 2.4GHz or equivalent
• 100 MB free hard drive space
• 512 MB RAM
• 32 MB video memory or above
• Latest updated video drivers
What’s Included
Webcam
Software CD
User’s Guide
USB Plug
Connect to your computer’s
USB port.