Iluv iCM10, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...Model iCM10 iCM15 iCM20 Instruction Manual Mini Webcam for Laptop English ...

Page 2: ...ing lens cover to insure privacy and spy prevention Automatic white balance for clear exposure A selection of special visual effects for fun and creative video chats Automatic face tracking for more free movement by the user Plug and play for self installation In ear earphones with remote and mic included in iCM15 only Built in mic for private listening and talking Control your music from iTunes w...

Page 3: ...ource and Settings Using Internet Messenger Downloads Maintenance Tips WEB CHATTING AND SPECIAL EFFECTS GUIDE Installing the Special Effects Software Instant Messenger Setting Using the Special Effects and other Features TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE USER SAFETY GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 3 3 4 5 6 9 10 12 12 13 13 14 17 18 24 iCM10 15 20 V10M10_IM_EN_08112010 ...

Page 4: ...t GETTING STARTED 1 3 5 4 2 System Requirements Intel Pentium 4 2 0GHz or higher Microsoft Windows XP Vista 7 32bit 64bit Mac OS X 10 4 or later 1GB RAM 160MB hard disk space 260MB recommended CD ROM drive One available USB port USB 2 0 recommended Internet connection for Web chatting iLuv 3 iCM10 15 20 V10M10_IM_EN_08112010 ...

Page 5: ...cial effects Insert the installation CD into your CD ROM DVD ROM drive and Install the software according to the screen prompts If prompted to do so restart your computer after installation GETTING STARTED Installation 1 Plug the Webcam into the USB port on your PC or notebook computer Live pictures will begin to be shown in the view window ...

Page 6: ...video software to ensure everything is properly set up For Windows XP Vista 7 users 1 Click on the Start menu button 2 Click on the All Programs menu item 3 Click on iCM10 iCM15 or iCM20 Amcap 4 From the menu bar choose Capture Start Capture Viewing Images iLuv 5 iCM10 15 20 V10M10_IM_EN_08112010 ...

Page 7: ...graphic applications should also have a settings window with similar controls Camera Settings Note In most cases in order to change video settings in instant messenger applications it is necessary to find a Webcam Setup under Options in an instant messenger application Please refer to the website of your chosen application provider for detailed information Items in the above Video Format window ar...

Page 8: ...ous color formats can be selected but 24 bit RGB color is recommended unless your PC can display only 256 colors As with resolution the higher the pixel depth the more data the video or image will contain Output Size this setting controls the size of the image or video that will be shown by the software Larger images contain more data so the frame rate might be slower than for smaller resolutions ...

Page 9: ...his setting lets you control the balance of dark and light in the image Hue this setting allows you to color variations in the image Saturation this setting controls the richness of colors shown by the camera Sharpness the higher the sharpness the sharper the image The lower the sharpness the more blurry an image will be VGA SnapSize this setting allows you to adjust the size of a snapshot or vide...

Page 10: ...nt lighting then please check that the Banding Filter is being used if present Depending on the fluorescent lighting system used in your country you will either choose a filter type of 50 Hz or 60 Hz Color Temperature The USB Web Camera s default is normal mode but you can switch it to cool when your light source tends to be red or switch it to warm when your light source tends to be blue Compress...

Page 11: ...rophone To allow it work with you computer follow the settings below 1 In the Windows Control Panel select Sounds and Audio Devices or Sounds and Multimedia Under the Audio tab change the Default device of Sound recording to USB Audio Device or display web camera model number 2 Choose Volume under Sound Recording adjust the Volume until the microphone reaches a comfortable sound level ...

Page 12: ... When running with camera software application Amcap as the first time go to Options Audio Capture Filter To increase the audio volume slide the bar in AudioInputMixer Properties page as below In the Pin Line box select Microphone iLuv 11 iCM10 15 20 V10M10_IM_EN_08112010 ...

Page 13: ...ets you send live images in real time while exchanging messages The recipient can see you on his her monitor even if he she does not have a webcam on his her computer Visit these websites and follow the downloading instructions http messenger msn com http messenger yahoo com http www skype com http www aim com See the Web Chatting and Special Effects Guide at the end of this manual for detailed do...

Page 14: ...ely use this Web cam for chatting iLuv 13 iCM10 15 20 V10M10_IM_EN_08112010 WEB CHATTING AND SPECIAL EFFECTS GUIDE Installing the Special Effects Software Insert the installation CD into your CD ROM DVD ROM drive Click on the ManyCam Software button and follow the screen prompts The ManyCam Software is only necessary to enable use of the special effects but not for the general use of the camera ...

Page 15: ...anyCam options window 2 Click the Text over video tab 3 Uncheck the Show ManyCam com Logo checkbox How to Impose a Static Object on the Output Picture 1 Open the Effects tab of the ManyCam options window 2 Click the Objects tab 3 Select the type of object you would like to use 4 Select an individual object from the list in the bottom part of the window 5 Place the selected object where you want it...

Page 16: ...o Apply Face Accessories 1 Open the Effects tab of the ManyCam options window 2 Click the Face accessories tab 3 Select the face accessories type you would like to use 4 Select an individual item from the list in the bottom part of the window How to Impose User Text on the Output Picture 1 Open the Effects tab of the ManyCam options window 2 Click the Text OverVideo tab 3 Check the Enable text che...

Page 17: ...ow by Drag and Drop How to Draw over the Output Picture 1 Open the Effects tab of the ManyCam options window 2 Click the Drawing over video tab 3 Draw over the video window How to Add a New Effect to ManyCam 1 Open the Effects tab of the ManyCam options window 2 Click the Add New Effect button 3 Select a resource file for the new effect use the Browse button or type the path to the file manually 4...

Page 18: ...led Make sure your lens is free from obstructions and that it is pointing in the appropriate direction No Image Make sure that there is sufficient light for the camera Alternatively you may wish to adjust the Brightness or Contrast settings in the software you are using Make sure that there is no strong light source behind the object or person being viewed by the PC Camera Make sure that the lens ...

Page 19: ... DO NOT OPEN WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instruction in the literature accompanying the appliance IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...

Page 20: ...ing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 Grounding or Polarization This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade ...

Page 21: ...eries properly Please follow the local regulations for the battery disposal 16 Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating and these openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This produ...

Page 22: ...etermined 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 1 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna 2 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 3 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 4 Consult the dealer or an experienced rad...

Page 23: ...you have established a comfortable listening level DO NOT INCREASE THE VOLUME LEVEL FURTHER In the use of headphones please take more attention Hearing experts say that listening to a loud music can damage your hearing especially when listening to music with headphones Since digital circuitry may cause interference to other radio or television tuners nearby switch this unit off when not in use or ...

Page 24: ... that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help IC NOTICE TO A USER IN CANADA continued WARNING The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on apparatus Mains plug is used as the disconnect device It shall remain readily operable and should not be obstruc...

Page 25: ... 15 1 4 iCM20 2560 1920 iCM10 15 by software interpolated 4000 3000 iCM20 by software interpolated Video Frame Rate up to 30 fps USB interface USB 2 0 Dimensions W x H x D 1 6 x 2 1 x 0 7 42mm x 55mmx 18mm Unit Weight 2 1 oz 60 g Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notification Dimensions and weights are approximate ...

Page 26: ...uct images or graphics may slightly differ from the actual product Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notification 2010 iLuv Creative Technology All rights reserved No portion of this printed material or product enclosed herewith including design shape or graphics may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without the expressed written consent of iLuv Creative Techno...