User manual SONY PCGA-UVC10

[. . . ] 4-668-843-11(1) Visual Communication Camera Operating Instructions PCGA-UVC10 2002 Sony Corporation WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Owner's Record The model number and the serial number are located on the bottom of the mouse. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to this number whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. [. . . ] Disconnect the USB cable, and then disconnect the camera. Notes · If you pull on the cable itself when disconnecting the USB cable, you may damage the cable. Make sure you hold onto the connector when disconnecting the cable. · When removing the camera from the mounting adapter, spread the arm plate with your hand, and then remove the camera. Capturing images with the camera You can use Network Smart Capture preinstalled on your computer to capture images with the camera. 1 Connect the camera to your computer. The camera's USB cable can be disconnected or connected while the power to your computer is turned on. For details, see "Connecting the camera to a notebook" (page 12) or "Connecting the camera to a desktop computer" (page 13). 2 Start up Network Smart Capture. Continued on next page 15 GB 3 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus. 4 Press CAPTURE to capture the image. In addition to attaching the camera to your computer, you can hold it in your hand as shown in the illustration to capture images from a variety of angles. z Hint If you want to use the camera while holding it by hand, we recommend that you cancel the Network Smart Capture mirror display function. Note Check that the Network Smart Capture mirror display function has been canceled before using the camera in this manner. For operation details, refer to the Network Smart Capture help. 16 GB Setting the volume Note Names and screens displayed may differ depending on the operating system you are using. 1 2 Double-click on ( depending on your operating system) in the taskbar at the bottom of the screen. The "Volume Control" appears. Click the "Options" menu, and select "Properties" (or "Options", depending on the operating system you are using). The "Properties" screen appears. 3 Select "Sony PCGA-UVC10" in the Mixer device text box, and click "OK". The "Capture" screen appears. z Hint If the "Capture" screen does not appear, the driver may not be properly installed. See "Checking That the Driver is Installed" (page 10), and check whether the driver is properly installed. 4 5 Check that audio input from the microphone is enabled. Check that the "Mute all" checkbox is not selected. If it is selected, click the checkbox to deselect it. Adjust the volume of microphone input. Move the slider for the controller in Step 4 to adjust the volume. Make a video or audio recording using your software. If the audio plays back correctly, the settings are complete. 17 GB Precautions Usage and storage locations Do not use or store this product in the following locations. · Locations subject to abnormally high temperatures During periods of hot weather or the summer season, the temperature inside closed vehicles becomes especially high, and if the camera is left in such a location, it may warp or be damaged. · Locations subject to direct sunlight or next to heating appliances The camera may warp or be damaged. · Sandy locations, such as the beach Do not place the camera in a location where sand may be present, such as the beach or other sandy areas. Doing so may damage the camera, and in some cases, repair may not be possible. · Do not point the lens at the sun. This could cause burn-in or other lens damage. Be careful when leaving the camera next to a window or outdoors. after moving it from a cold location to a warm location, or after the ambient temperature has risen drastically. Otherwise, condensation may occur inside the camera. Let the camera stand for a moment before using it. Lens Do not touch the lens. Notes on discs Note the following in order to protect data stored on discs. · Do not stick any labels on the disc nor scratch or otherwise damage the disc. · Do not touch the data side of the disc (opposite the label), and hold the disc as shown below. Operation · Do not remove the camera's USB cable during operation. Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction. · Do not place any objects on top of the camera. · Avoid placing the camera in locations subject to sudden temperature changes. Do not use the camera immediately · Do not store the disc in locations subject to high humidity, high temperatures, direct sunlight, or high levels of dust. · Take care not to spill any liquid on the disc. [. . . ] · Depending on the screen mode and number of colors your computer is using, as well as other conditions of use, available video memory may be insufficient. c Reduce the resolution, or reduce the number of colors used. · If you perform the above procedure and the images still do not appear, restart your computer. · Check whether the recording control (or audio recording control) is set properly (page 17). [. . . ]