SiPix StyleCam Owner's Manual

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Digital Camera with Streaming Snapshot
Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Digital Camera with Streaming Snapshot Owner's Manual...
  • Page 2: About This Manual

    About this manual This manual is designed to assist you in using the SiPix StyleCam Digital Camera with Streaming Snapshot Mode. Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy. However, no guarantee is given to the correctness of the contents. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: ♦ This device may not cause harmful interference. ♦ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Inserting & Removing Batteries………………………………………………………………4 Camera Setup & Operation………………………………………………………………...…5 Installing Software……………………………………………………………………………..8 Downloading Images to Your PC……………………………………………………………12 Create a Streaming Snapshot™ Using AVI Maker………………………………………..13 Using the StyleCam as a PC Camera………………………………………………………15 Troubleshooting & Specifications………..…………………………………………………..16 One Year Limited Warranty…………………………………………………………………..17 Warranty Service………………………………………………………………………………18 Technical Support……………………………………………………………………………..19...
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    VideoImpression have special effect tools for creating photo fantasies and editing video clips. The Inetcam iVISTA software allows you to have a live videoconference via the Internet. StyleCam includes a USB cable that provides quick and easy image transfer from the StyleCam to your computer.
  • Page 6 Key Features & Accessories The SiPix StyleCam comes with the following key features and accessories: • Super-slim, super lightweight design • PC camera mode 640 x 480 (VGA), 320 x 240 (CIF) & 160 x 120 • Digital camera mode 640 x 480(VGA), 320 x 240 (CIF) •...
  • Page 7: Identifying Components

    Identifying Components Please refer to the following illustrations to identify the StyleCam components: Icons Description Camera set to VGA 640 x 480 resolution Camera set to CIF 320 x 240 resolution Number of pictures taken Internal memory is full Outdoor mode...
  • Page 8: Inserting & Removing Batteries

    Inserting & Removing Batteries Please follow the instructions below to insert the batteries. Inserting Batteries 1. Make sure the Power of the camera is OFF. 2. To open the battery compartment cover on the back of the camera, slide the entire cover in the direction indicated by the arrow on the cover;...
  • Page 9: Camera Setup & Operation

    3. Auto Power Off: The camera will turn off automatically if it is inactive for 60 seconds. Selecting Image Resolution The StyleCam has two resolution settings: VGA (640 x 480 pixels) or CIF (320 x 240 pixels). 1. Press the MODE button until the desired resolution is selected, VGA or CIF.
  • Page 10 3. The status display will show the number of pictures you have taken. For best results when taking pictures with the StyleCam, follow these brief guidelines: In general, avoid taking photographs in which the subject is positioned directly in front of a bright light source, or in which the subject is in close proximity to a bright light source.
  • Page 11 3. To take continuous shots, find your subject through the viewfinder, and hold the SHUTTER button down to take pictures. 4. The picture counter will accumulate the number of pictures taken. 5. To stop taking pictures, release the SHUTTER button. (Or, the camera will stop taking pictures when the memory becomes full).
  • Page 12: Installing Software

    PhotoMontage, and VideoImpression, and Inetcam iVISTA. Inetcam™ is offering streaming live video service to SiPix StyleCam users for 60 days free of charge (follow the instructions to get your free trial). The StyleCam also comes with a TWAIN driver for downloading the images to your computer, and Adobe Acrobat Reader for viewing this manual in PDF.
  • Page 13 2. The screen will prompt you to choose a language. Select the language you want and click OK. 3. The screen will display a Welcome window, click Next to continue. 4. Follow through the instructions to complete the TWAIN driver and AVI Maker installation, and click Finish.
  • Page 14 4. Follow through the instructions to complete the installation of the ArcSoft application(s), and click Finish. Installing Inetcam iVISTA 1. Go back to the SiPix installer menu and choose Install Inetcam iVISTA. 2. Read the license agreement and click YES to continue.
  • Page 15 3. Choose desired setting and click NEXT. 4. Choose StyleCam TWAIN as your driver and click NEXT. 5. Review to ensure video is working and click YES. 6. Enter your registration code and click Register. 7. Review registration information and click OK.
  • Page 16: Downloading Images To Your Pc

    Connecting the StyleCam to Your PC 1. Make sure the StyleCam’s power is OFF. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the StyleCam, and the other end to the PC’s USB port on the back of your computer. (See figures below) 3.
  • Page 17: Create A Streaming Snapshotâ„¢ Using Avi Maker

    1. Use the Streaming Snapshot mode of the StyleCam to record a series of images. 2. Connect the StyleCam to your PC, and start the AVI Maker application. Go to: Start Menu ! Programs ! SiPix ! StyleCam ! AVI Maker 3.
  • Page 18 4. After selecting the Compression Quality and Frame Rate, click the Create button. A Save As window will open. 5. Choose a directory and type in the file name, and then click Save. The AVI Maker will create the video file. 6.
  • Page 19: Using The Stylecam As A Pc Camera

    1. Set your StyleCam on the tilt/swivel base (supplied) and place it on a flat surface. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to StyleCam and the other end of the USB cable to your computer’s USB port. (Refer to Identifying Components on page 3) Note: Do not disconnect the USB cable while you are using the StyleCam as a PC camera.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting & Specifications

    Troubleshooting & Specifications Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Solution The camera The camera is off. Make sure that the Power indicator is red. has no power. The batteries are Replace the batteries with new or freshly charged ones. discharged. Refer to page 4. The batteries are Check the battery orientation.
  • Page 21: One Year Limited Warranty

    These are the sole remedies and SiPix’s sole liabilities for performance or failure to perform of the product. SiPix reserves the right to change its warranty policy at any time for all products distributed after the date of such change in warranty.
  • Page 22: Warranty Service

    Imaging, Milpitas CA, will not accept any shipments from outside the boundaries and territories of the USA and Canada. SiPix often bundles many different third party software options with its products. If any of these options were ordered with your SiPix product and they appear to be missing or incorrect, contact your reseller immediately.
  • Page 23: Technical Support

    Technical Support within one-year (in warranty) call toll free: 866-888-1678 • Technical Support after one-year (out of warranty) call: 408-719-5076 SiPix Technical Support is available from 8 AM to 6 PM PST, Monday through Friday, and from 9 AM to 5 PM Saturday, excluding holidays.

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