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- Page 1 Operators Manual http://www.orangemicro.com Revision date: December 24, 2002...
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Page 2: About This Manual
1400 N. Lakeview Ave. Anaheim, California 92807 marketing@orangemicro.com Orange Micro may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it deems appropriate without incurring any obligations whatsoever. Warning This manual and the software described herein are protected by United States Copyright law (Title 17 United States Code). -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Installing OrangeUSB 2.0 Hi-Speed Drivers in Windows 98 ....................13 Chapter 3......................................16 How to install the iBOT2 ................................16 Installing iBOT2 Drivers in Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 ......................16 Verify the proper installation of the iBOT2 Drivers ..........................17 Installing iBOT2 Drivers in Windows XP............................18 Verify the proper installation of the iBOT2 Drivers ..........................19... -
Page 4: Package Contents
Package Contents • iBOT USB 2.0 Web Cam w/6 foot attached cable and USB Type A connector • iBOT Installation Software, Manual and Software CD-ROM • USB 2.0 PCI Host Controller add-in card (optional) • Quickstart Card Software Included • Apple QuickTime for Windows •... -
Page 5: Chapter 1
Orange Micro is first to market the iBOT , a USB 2.0-based desktop video camera. IBOT2 harnesses the speed and power of USB 2.0 technology unmatched by the slower USB 1.1-based web cams. Orange Micro's iBOT is the desktop video camera for the rest of us, providing crisp, clear video at a price you can afford. -
Page 6: Chapter 2
Chapter 2 How to install the USB 2.0 PCI Host Controller card Orange Micro USB 2.0 PCI Host Controller may be used on any Windows compatible system running Microsoft Windows 98, SE, Me, 2000 or Windows XP. In order to ensure proper operation of your USB 2.0 Host Controller card, please follow the instructions in the order they appear. - Page 7 NOTES: Refer to your computer’s manual for instructions on how to open your computer and install a PCI card. IMPORTANT: Before handling the PCI board or touching anything in the computer ground yourself by touching the power supply for a couple of seconds. Failure to do this may damage the board and/or your computer.
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Page 8: Installing Orangeusb 2.0 Hi-Speed Drivers In Windows 2000
Installing OrangeUSB 2.0 Hi-Speed Drivers in Windows 2000 Step 1 • Insert the iBOT Installer CD. Once inserted, the iBOT Installer will automatically start and display the menu to the right. • Click on "Install OrangeUSB Drivers" • Follow the onscreen instructions. •... - Page 9 Step 4 • With your computer off, open your computer case. • Locate an open PCI slot. If there is a faceplate covering the opening to the back panel, remove it. • Locate the USB 2.0 PCI Host Controller board and insert it into the free slot. Once inserted, screw the board in securely.
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Page 10: Installing Orangeusb 2.0 Hi-Speed Drivers In Windows Xp
Installing OrangeUSB 2.0 Hi-Speed Drivers in Windows XP Step 1 • Insert the iBOT Installer CD. Once inserted, the iBOT Installer will automatically start and display the menu to the right. • Click on "Install OrangeUSB Drivers" • Follow the onscreen instructions. •... - Page 11 Step 5 Once the OrangeUSB card is installed and the computer is restarted, • Windows will detect “Universal Serial Bus (USB) Controller”. • Select “Install from a list or specific location” • Click Next to continue. Step 6 • The Windows “choose you search and installation options”...
- Page 12 Step 10 • The Windows “wizard has finished installing the software” dialog appears. • Click “Finish” to continue Finalizing USB 2.0 Hi-Speed hardware settings OrangeUSB 2.0 Hi-Speed products that use an NEC chipset have 3 USB host controller engines on board. Two of the host controller engines handle USB 1.1 transactions.
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Page 13: Installing Orangeusb 2.0 Hi-Speed Drivers In Windows 98
Installing OrangeUSB 2.0 Hi-Speed Drivers in Windows 98 Step 1 • Insert the iBOT2 Installer CD. Once inserted, the iBOT2 Installer will automatically start and display the menu to the right. • Click on "Install OrangeUSB Drivers" • Follow the onscreen instructions. - Page 14 Step 4 • With your computer off, open your computer case. • Locate an open PCI slot. If there is a faceplate covering the opening to the back panel, remove it. • Locate the USB 2.0 PCI Host Controller board and insert it into the free slot. Once inserted, screw the board in securely.
- Page 15 The type of problem will appear in the Properties dialog box for the device. To view the Properties dialog box for a device, double click on it. Where to go for additional Troubleshooting assistance? Visit the OrangeUSB Windows troubleshooting web site. http://www.orangemicro.com/orangeusbwinfaqs.html Contact Orange Micro for technical support. http://www.orangemicro.com/supportform.html...
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Page 16: Chapter 3
USB 2.0 Web Cam may be used on any Windows compatible system with an available USB 2.0 port. NOTE: NON-ORANGE MICRO USB 2.0 HOST CONTROLLERS: The Orange Micro USB 2.0 drivers are compatible with all known USB 2.0 Host controllers. It is recommended that you install the Orange Micro USB 2.0 Host controller drivers. -
Page 17: Verify The Proper Installation Of The Ibot2 Drivers
Device Manager button. Scroll down to the “Imaging Device” category and click on the plus sign next to it. There may be additional devices in the list being displayed, but the “Orange Micro iBOT2 USB 2.0 Camera” should appear. An X through a device’s icon means the device as been disabled. A circled exclamation point through the device’s icon means the device has a problem. -
Page 18: Installing Ibot2 Drivers In Windows Xp
• When prompted, restart your computer. Step 2 • Connect the iBOT2 Camera to an available USB 2.0 port. Windows will detect the iBOT2 camera. The dialog to the right will appear. • Select “Install the software automatically (Recommended)” •... -
Page 19: Verify The Proper Installation Of The Ibot2 Drivers
Device Manager button. Scroll down to the “Imaging Device” category and click on the plus sign next to it. There may be additional devices in the list being displayed, but the “Orange Micro iBOT2 USB 2.0 Camera” should appear. An X through a device’s icon means the device as been disabled. A circled exclamation point through the device’s icon means the device has a problem. -
Page 20: Arcsoft Camera Suite
ArcSoft Camera Suite • Insert the iBOT Installer CD. • Once the iBOT Installer window has opened, click on the box next to “Install ArcSoft Camera Suite and follow the prompts to complete the ArcSoft Camera Suite installation. • When the iBOT Installer window reappears, click on the box next to Exit Setup. -
Page 21: Videoimpression
VideoImpression With VideoImpression you can edit and combine your video files. New videos can be created using existing video, animation, and image files. Quickly and easily create desktop video presentations for use at home, business or on the Internet. Getting Started with VideoImpression Click on the Windows Start button then select Programs/ArcSoft Camera Suite/ArcSoft VideoImpression •... -
Page 22: Ivisit
iVisit iVisit is a cross platform Internet communications solution providing you with basic Video Conferencing capabilities. http://www.ivisit.com) Versions are available for Macintosh OS 9 or Windows 98 operating systems ( . All you need to get started is an Internet account, a Windows based system that meets the minimum system requirements, and a web cam. With iVisit you can: •... -
Page 23: How To Adjust Ibot2 Color And Format Properties
How to Adjust iBOT Color and Format Properties AMCAP Launch the Amcap application by clicking on the Windows Start/Programs menu and select Orange Micro iBOT2 /Amcap. Drop down the Amcap Options menu and select: • Video Capture Filter... • Video Capture Pin... -
Page 24: Videoimpression
VideoImpression Start PhotoImpression. Click on the New Project button. Then click on the Capture icon. The VideoImpression Capture window will appear. Click on the Source button to display the “Camera Controls” dialog. Click on the Format button to display the “Stream Format” dialog. Format Source iVisit... -
Page 25: Netmeeting
NetMeeting Play/Pause button to begin previewing video from the iBOT2. Click on the NetMeeting Tools/Options… menu item. Click on the Video tab, then the Source tab. The Orange Micro iBOT2 USB 2.0 Camera dialog will appear. The Device Settings and Camera Controls tabs in this dialog will allow you adjust the video camera properties. -
Page 26: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Problem – With the iBOT2 I get video, but it appears way off center and the colors are off. Also the only available frame size is 256 x 240. What can I do to correct this? Suggestion: The iBOT2 requires a USB 2.0 port. -
Page 27: Additional Ibot2 Workflow Recommendations And Known Issues
ENTER. Problem – I am a software developer and I am interested in developing a custom application for the iBOT camera. Does Orange Micro have a developers kit for the iBOT camera? Suggestion: Microsoft® DirectShow® is the interface that most developers use to capture video from DVCAMs and Desktop Cameras, including USB and FireWire Web Cams. -
Page 28: Optional Hardware
Appendix A Optional Hardware The following optional OrangeLink hardware accessories are available from Orange Micro: FireWire cable Part# 70CAB13942 4.5 meter (15 feet) 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable Part# 70CAB13943 4.5 meter (15 feet) 6-pin to 4-pin USB 2.0 Certified cable Part# 70CAB90033 4.5 meter (15 feet) -
Page 29: Specifications
Appendix B Specifications General Features: • 480 Mb/sec. USB 2.0 High Speed compatible • Fully compatible with Windows • Non-compressed full-motion digital video at rates of 30 Frames/sec @ 640 x 480 depending on your system configuration • 1/3" Color CMOS Image Sensor •... -
Page 30: Warranty Information
LIMITED WARRANTY Every Orange Micro product is fully tested and checked for quality prior to shipment. It is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase. During that time period, Orange Micro Inc. -
Page 31: Fcc Class B Information
FCC Class B Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 32: Index
Index My USB 2.0 host controller is not an OrangeUSB card, 26 Non-Orange Micro USB 2.0 Host Controllers, 16, 26 AMCAP, 17, 19, 23, 26 OrangeLink Hardware Accessories, 28 choppy sound, 27 FireWire cable, 28 Customer Service, 30 FireWire Hub, 28...