User manual NEXXTECH 2516505

[. . . ] USB Web Camera User’s Guide For Nexxtech Web Camera Version 2. 0 2516505/6506 All trademarks and brand names mentioned in this publication are property of their respective owners. No portion of this document may be reproduced without permission. All items, product features and information in this manual are subject to change without notice. Table of Contents Chapter I. Introduction…………………………………………………………………………1 Box Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Product Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] For example, use contrast to eliminate noise or shading on black & white and grayscale videos or images or to clean-up color ones. Sharpness - the higher the sharpness, the sharper the image. The lower the sharpness, the more blurry an image will be. Auto Exposure – this setting lets you change the electronic shutter speed. Light Source – this setting allows you to select the type of light source you are using. Auto White Balance – this setting allows you to adjust how much white will be in the Red, Green and Blue color channels. Checking the Auto box sets the amount of white for each color to predefined settings based on the type of light source. Light Frequency – this setting allows you to select the correct light frequency used in your country, you will either choose 50Hz or 60Hz. Please note that many of the above settings operate the same as those on a normal color TV or computer monitor. Proper room lighting is critical for correct functioning of the USB Web Camera. Your camera requires a certain light level to produce good pictures. If you are getting dull or dark images, or if the color is poor, try increasing the ambient light in the room or turn off the light behind the subject, or try lighting the subject directly. Using the camera in a sunlit room will also produce good results. If you cannot use your camera in a naturally well-lit setting, then a desk lamp or some other artificial light source must be used. Lighting Settings Some applications may also allow you to adjust light settings other than those shown above. We have defined some commonly used terms which may appear in software programs you are using: Lighting Modes - Your camera normally operates in normal mode; however, you can switch it to dark mode when there is too much light or bright mode when light is dim. Banding Filter - If you are in a room lit by fluorescent 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 50Hz (Europe, Asia) or 60Hz (North America). 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. Compression Control - Compression control lets you adjust the frame rate. The USB Web Camera is initially set to use the lowest compression setting, but choosing high compression mode may help speed up the rate of transmission. Audio Source and Settings (VGA Only) Your camera comes with a built-in microphone which allows you to talk without an additional microphone. To allow it to work on your computer, follow the settings below: 1. In “Control Panel” of “My Computer”, select “Sounds and Multimedia”, change the “Default device” from “Sound recording” to “PC Camera” for XP users or USB (VGA) Camera for 98, 2000, and ME users. 8 2. After selecting the video device, click on “Volume” of “Sound Recording”, adjust the “Volume” until the microphone sounds well. 9 Important: When running the camera software application for the first time, increase the audio volume by sliding the bar in “Audio Property” menu. [. . . ] Or, return your Product directly to the retail store from which you purchased the Product. When you obtain service for your Product, you must provide a purchase receipt (or other proof of the original purchase date) and a description of the defect(s). This warranty DOES NOT COVER: damage due to misuse, abuse, alteration, unauthorized repair, or accident (such as improper electrical current); damage due to “acts of God” (such as lightning) or other contingencies beyond our control; cosmetic damage; externally generated static, signal reception or antenna problems not caused by your Product; or batteries. This warranty also DOES NOT COVER, and in no case will we be liable for, any incidental damages (such as transportation costs to and from an authorized service provider, or loss of time) or consequential damages (such as costs of repairing or replacing other property which is damaged, including tapes, discs, speakers not included with your Product or other accessories, or external electrical systems) resulting from the use of your Product. [. . . ]