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Tutorial for Web-Cam-070
Insert the cd.

At this screen, you will see these folders.
  • For Windows Vista, go into "Vista", then either "32bit" or "64bit" Vista. You can check your version of Vista by getting the properties of My Computer.
  • For Windows XP or 98/ME, go into "Win98&2K&XP" then "Installsheild" and run setup.

    After the software is installed, mount the camera and plug in its USB cable. You may also connect the audio cable to the line-in port on the computer, which allows the webcam to additionally operate as a spare microphone.
    • The "Found new hardware" window will come up. Select "No" and "Next"

    Select "Install the software automatically"
    Allow the software to install.
    Click "Continue Anyway"
    Allow the installation to finish.
    Click "Finish"
    Go to "Programs"->"USB 2.0 Web Cam"
    The Livecam window will appear.
    Go to "File"->"Set Capture File"
    Type in "sample.avi".

    You may also change the folder to save to.
    Go to "Options"->"Preview"

    A live picture should show.
    You can switch between the regular or zoom lens by using the top toggle on the camera.

    Adjust the focus by using the dial on the right side of the camera.

    If using telephoto, you may adjust the light sensitivity by using the rear dial. This helps for using the camera at night.
    Go to "Capture"->"Start Capture"
    Click "OK"
    The video capture will begin.
    To stop capture, to go "Capture"->"Stop Capture"

    To play back video, double click on "sample.avi" in My Documents. (Make sure that you had previously set the capture file to "sample.avi" and not "sample")
    To change the resolution and frame rate, go to "Options"->"Video Capture Pin"
    Snapshots can be made by pressing the capture button on the USB cord. A capture preview window will appear, allowing you to save the picture.
    Q&A
    How do I capture snapshots?
    Press the button that is on the USB cord. This will trigger the capture and preview window.

    How do I adjust the picture?
    Go to "Options"->"Video Capture Filter".
    You can also adjust the focus and gain by using the dials that are on the webcam.

    The video drops some frames. How do I get better performance?
    Here are some things to check:
  • Make sure that no unnecessary programs are running.
  • If you are using an older computer, check to see if the USB ports are 2.0 compliant.
  • Try plugging the unit into another USB port.
  • Test the unit on a faster computer.