FlexCam iCam Digital — Introduction
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Technical Services Group ~ 1-800-283-5936 (USA) ~ 1-801-974-3760
FlexCam iCam Digital — Introduction
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Technical Services Group ~ 1-800-283-5936 (USA) ~ 1-801-974-3760
Unpacking
Carefully remove the FlexCam iCam Digital, cables and power supply from the packaging.
Ensure that you received the following items:
If any parts are missing, please call the Technical Support Group at
1-800-283-5936 (USA) or 1-801-974-3760.
ClearOne is not responsible for product damage incurred during shipment. You must make
claims directly with the carrier. Inspect your shipment carefully for obvious signs of damage.
If the shipment appears damaged, retain the original boxes and packing material for
inspection by the carrier. Contact your carrier immediately.
System requirements
FlexCam iCam Digital
• Pentium II 350 MHz or higher,
PowerPC Mac or higher
• Windows 98SE or later
Mac OS 8.6-9.2
• 64 MB RAM
• 1 free USB port
Important safeguards
Before operating the FlexCam iCam Digital camera, please read the entire manual
thoroughly.The FlexCam iCam Digital was designed, built and tested for use indoors. Using a
power supply other than the one provided or using the camera outside could damage the
camera or peripheral equipment and/or create a potentially unsafe operating condition.
• Do not operate the camera if the power cord is damaged or if the camera has been dropped
or damaged. A qualified service technician must examine the camera before operating.
• Position the cord so that it will not be tripped over,pulled on or come into contact with hot
surfaces.
• Always unplug the camera from the electrical outlet before cleaning or servicing.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse in water or other liquids.
Handling the camera
• All ClearOne cameras are for indoor use only.
• Do not use cameras next to food or beverages. Cameras have been tested and approved for
use in chemistry labs. However,be careful not to spill liquid or dry chemicals or solvents on
the camera.
• Do not use cameras right next to working TVs, radios, motors, transformers or magnetic
fields.
• Avoid touching the lens.To clear any dust, blow pressurized air onto the lens. Clean smears
or smudges by wiping with a lens cleaning cloth.
• Clean exterior of camera by wiping with a clean, damp cloth;do not use any abrasive
chemicals.
• Use both hands whenever adjusting the neck of the camera; this will avoid any unnecessary
strain on the camera base and will keep the camera from tipping over.
• Do not attempt to take the camera apart.There are no user-serviceable components inside.
• Do not direct the lens of the camera toward the sun.This may damage the camera.
• Do not store or operate the camera under the following conditions:
~ Outdoors or connected to outdoor or auxiliary power sources.
~ In environments with high humidity.
~ In inclement weather.
~ Under severe vibration.
USB Software and
Driver Disk
6' USB Cable6' USB Cable
12 VDC Power
Plug
FlexCam iCam Digital
S-video to Composite
Adapter
Microscope Couplers
26 mm, 28 mm and 34 mm
FlexCam iCam Digital
Manual
12' S-video
Figure 1.FlexCam iCam Digital and accessories
Video Impression 1.6
• 64 MB RAM
• 200 MB free hard disk space
• 16-bit (or higher) color display
• Apple Quick Time recommended
• CD-ROM drive
Photo Studio 5
• 64 MB RAM
• 50 MB free hard drive space
• 16-bit (or higher) color display
• CD-ROM drive