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Please read this User’s Guide before using your new webcam.
1.3-Megapixel
Webcam with Mic
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Package contents
• Webcam • Software CD
• User’s Guide • Quick Start
Features
• Captures video at a resolution of 1.3 megapixels and takes still
pictures up to 5.2 megapixels interpolated
• Built-in mic
• Plug and play; no driver required
• Works with most instant messaging (IM) software
Compatibility
System Requirements
• Operating System:
Windows Vista™
Windows
®
XP Service Pack II 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
1
Plug into USB Port
3 Install Software
1. Turn on your computer and insert the CD.
For Windows Vista: click Run Menu.exe from the autorun
options.
2. When the 1.3MP Webcam with Mic screen appears, click the
desired software.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
n Note: For Windows Vista users, if a User Account Control
message appears during installation, select “Allow.”
4. When complete, the Video Impression 2, WebCam
Companion 2 and Photo Impression 5 icons appear on your
computer desktop.
5. Restart your computer after software installation.
4 Launch Software
Click (or double click) one of the icons to launch the software.
WebCam Companion 2
Use WebCam Companion 2 to capture still images and videos,
monitor for movement, edit still images, and chat online.
Capturing Still Images and Videos
1. Click Capture on the WebCam Companion 2 menu.
2. Do one of the following:
n Note: When using WebCam Companion 2 to capture video,
do not set your image resolution higher than 640 x 480 unless your
computer meets 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
Monitoring for Movement
Webcam Companion 2 can automatically capture footage when
your webcam detects movement, and notify you via e-mail or FTP.
1. Click the Monitor icon on the WebCam Companion 2 main
menu or from the pull-down menu on the top left corner.
2. Click Start Monitor to begin monitoring. Recording starts
when movement is detected in front of the camera.
Fixed-Focus
Lens
Stand
LED
Lights when
webcam is on.
1
2
Mic
2 Select a locationSelect a location
Stand on a flat surface
-OR-
Clamp on your monitor
Click Capture to
capture still images
Click Record Video
to capture videos
Click Burst to capture
multiple continuous images
Start
Monitor
Monitor