Digital Camera with Streaming Snapshot™ Owner’s Manual
About this manual This manual is designed to assist you in using the SiPix StyleCam Blink Digital Camera with Streaming Snapshot mode. Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy. However, no guarantee is given to the correctness of the contents. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Edition First Edition, February 2002 Copyright © Copyright 2002 This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved.
Declaration of conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: ♦ This device may not cause harmful interference. ♦ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations.
CONTENTS Getting Started………………………………………………………………………………... 1 Identifying Components………………………………………………………………………. 3 Inserting & Removing Batteries……………………………………………………………… 4 Camera Setup & Operation………………………………………………………………...… 5 Installing Software………………………………………………………………………………8 Downloading Images to Your PC…………………………………………………………… 14 Create a Streaming Snapshot™ Using AVI Maker……………………………………….. 15 Using the StyleCam Blink as a PC Camera…………………...……………………………17 Troubleshooting & Specifications………..
Getting Started Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the SiPix StyleCam Blink Digital Camera with Streaming Snapshot mode! Your StyleCam Blink has been ergonomically designed to allow you to quickly and easily take high-quality digital pictures without the trouble of buying and developing film. The supplied software and driver enable you to view and download the images to your computer.
Key Features & Accessories The SiPix StyleCam Blink comes with the following key features and accessories: • • • • • • • Super-slim, compact design PC camera mode 640 x 480 (VGA), 320 x 240 (CIF) & 160 x 120 (QCIF) Digital camera mode 640 x 480(VGA), 320 x 240 (CIF) Internal 8MB memory Streaming Snapshot mode Auto power off after 60 seconds.
Identifying Components Please refer to the following illustrations to identify the StyleCam Blink components: Icons Description Camera set to VGA 640 x 480 resolution Camera set to CIF 320 x 240 resolution Number of pictures taken Internal memory is full Outdoor mode Indoor mode Streaming Snapshot mode enabled Delete the LAST picture taken Delete ALL pictures Low battery warning 3
Inserting & Removing the Battery Please follow the instructions below to insert the battery. Inserting Battery 1. Make sure the Power of the camera is OFF. 2. To open the battery compartment cover on the back of the camera, slide the entire cover in the direction indicated by the arrow on the cover; the cover will slide open. 3. Note the battery polarity inside the battery compartment, and insert the battery accordingly. Make sure you insert the batteries on top of the blue strip. 4.
Camera Setup & Operation The instructions below will guide you through the basic functions of the StyleCam Blink and how it operates. HOW TO SET UP THE STYLECAM BLINK Press the MODE button to select the function you need. (See Identifying Components on page 3) The function icon on status display will blink, and then press the SHUTTER button until you hear two (2) beeps to select. The mode will change.
Taking Pictures 1. View your subject through the viewfinder, and press the SHUTTER button to take a picture. Hold the camera still until you hear a Beep. The camera will beep to confirm that the picture is taken. 2. The status display will show the number of pictures you have taken.
Streaming Snapshot 1. Press the MODE button to select the streaming snapshot mode icon. (The camera will automatically switch to CIF mode) 2. Press and hold the SHUTTER button until the camera beeps twice to confirm the mode selection. 3. To take continuous shots, find your subject through the viewfinder, and hold the SHUTTER button down to take pictures. 4. The picture counter will accumulate the number of pictures taken. 5. To stop taking pictures, release the SHUTTER button.
Installing Software The SiPix StyleCam Blink bundles a superb collection of photo editing, video editing, and video conferencing software. These applications include ArcSoft PhotoImpression, PhotoFantasy, PhotoMontage, and VideoImpression, and Inetcam iVISTA. Inetcam™ is offering streaming live video service to SiPix StyleCam Blink users for 30 days free of charge (follow the instructions to get your free trial).
4. The screen will prompt you to choose a language. Select the language you want and click OK. 5. The screen will display a Welcome window, click Next to continue. 6. Follow through the instructions to complete the TWAIN driver. When asked, select Yes to restart the computer. Leave the CD in the CD-ROM driver and click Finish to restart the computer. ADDITIONAL STEPS FOR WINDOWS XP USERS 1. 2. 3.
5. Click Finish to continue the installation. 7. The New Hardware Wizard will reappear. Please select Install the software automatically [Recommended] and click Next to continue. 8. System files will copy and the following screen will appear. Click Finish to complete the driver installation.
Installing ArcSoft software 1. Insert the StyleCam Blink Driver CD into your CD-ROM drive. The following installer menu will appear on your computer screen. If the menu screen does not open automatically, click Start à Run and enter d:\installmgr.exe (where “d” is your CDROM drive). Click on the Install ArcSoft PhotoImpression, Install ArcSoft VideoImpression, Install ArcSoft PhotoFantasy, or Install ArcSoft PhotoMontage button. 2. The screen will prompt you to choose a language.
2. Read the license agreement, click the Agree button and select NEXT to continue. 3. Choose desired setting. Also choose if you want Inetcam iVista to launch on system start up. If unsure, deselect the box and click NEXT. 4. The registration code screen will appear. Enter the default “I don’t have a registration code. I want to try iVista”. 5. iVista will access the Internet and self-register (activate) the program. This will allow you to use iVista for the 30-day evaluation period.
6. iVista will now be activated and the control panel appears as shown below. 7. To find out more about how to use iVista go to Start>Programs>Inetcam and click on help as shown below. Launch iVISTA Software Help.
Downloading Images to Your PC After installing the StyleCam Blink TWAIN driver and the utility software, you may begin downloading the images from the camera to your PC. Please follow these instructions carefully. Connecting the StyleCam Blink to Your PC 1. Make sure the StyleCam Blink is powered OFF. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the StyleCam Blink, and the other end to the PC’s USB port on the back of your computer. (See figures below) 3. Press the MODE button to turn the StyleCam Deluxe ON.
Create Streaming Snapshots Using AVI Maker The SiPix StyleCam Blink allows you to make video clips using Streaming Snapshot mode. Please follow these instructions to create your own video with the AVI Maker. Streaming Snapshot™ Mode 1. Use the Streaming Snapshot mode of the StyleCam Blink to record a series of images. 2. Connect the StyleCam to your PC, and start the AVI Maker application. Go to: Start Menu à Programs à SiPix à StyleCam Blink à AVI Maker 3.
Using the StyleCam Blink as a PC Camera The SiPix StyleCam Blink allows you to connect to your computer with the supplied USB cable and use it as a PC camera. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Connecting the StyleCam Blink to a PC 1. Set your StyleCam Blink on the tilt base (supplied) and place it on a flat surface. Or the tilt base can be place on a computer monitor as shown below. 2.
Previewing video In order to see what video you'll be webcasting to the world, you can preview the video on your computer. Please follow these steps to preview your video image: 1. Start iVISTA (Start-Programs-Inetcam-iVISTA) and open the iVISTA Control Panel. 2. Click the Video button, and then click Preview Video. The live video from your camera will display in a new window on your desktop. For more information on iVISTA or upgrading registration codes, please visit www.inetcam.com.
Troubleshooting & Specifications Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Solution The camera has no power. The camera is off. Make sure that the Power indicator is red. The battery is discharged. Replace the battery with new or freshly charged one. Refer to page 4. The battery is inserted incorrectly. Check the battery orientation. Refer to page 4. The camera won’t take a picture. Is the camera’s power on? The camera has auto power off after 60 seconds.
One Year Limited Warranty SiPix, Inc. warrants this hardware product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the original date of purchase as identified on the proof of purchase (your receipt). It is the end-user’s responsibility to make certain this product is in working condition with the intended computer system within the one-year warranty period. These are the sole remedies and SiPix’s sole liabilities for performance or failure to perform of the product.
Warranty Service If your SiPix product needs to be returned for repair, you must contact SiPix technical support prior to shipment for an RMA number before sending in the product. The RMA number is a Return Merchandise Authorization number. SiPix will refuse all shipments without a proper RMA number. The RMA number MUST be printed on the outside of the original shipping carton in large print written in black ink next to the shipping label.
Technical Support SiPix provides technical support at no cost (customer to pay any toll charges) during the one-year warranty period. Users with questions or concerns of a technical nature should first refer to the product manual, as usage and troubleshooting information is provided in detail. For additional information or assistance, users should visit the SiPix Web-site, as tutorials, updated drivers, frequently asked questions and news updates are available. www.sipix.
