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VALCam USB with Flash
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the VALCam USB, the first
image acquisition system designed specifically for photo-
ID and visual database applications. All camera controls
(pan, tilt, zoom and exposure level) are available from the
mouse or keyboard. Manual positioning of the camera is
eliminated for increased operator efficiency.
In addition to hands off control, the VALCam USB
provides a synchronized photoflash for consistent high
quality image acquisition in any environment. Software
controls are provided for flash intensity and flesh tone
adjustments making the acquisition of top quality images a
snap. High quality captures with perfect skin tones and
exposure can be obtained effortlessly in any environment,
even dark rooms!
Video Associates Labs, Inc.
11525A Stonehollow Dr., Suite 130
Austin, TX 78758
1-800-331-0547
www.VAL.com
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Summary of Contents for VAL VALCam Pro
- Page 1 High quality captures with perfect skin tones and exposure can be obtained effortlessly in any environment, even dark rooms! Video Associates Labs, Inc. 11525A Stonehollow Dr., Suite 130 Austin, TX 78758 1-800-331-0547 www.VAL.com...
- Page 2 A trouble-shooting guide will help resolve any installation and operational problems. The Imaging Hints and Tips section will help the end user achieve high quality captures. If technical support is needed please contact: Video Associates Labs, Inc. Phone: 800-331-0547 Fax: 512-491-7619 Email: support@val.com...
- Page 3 Parts List for available VALCam products: 8000-630 VALCam Pro with Flash High resolution Pan/Tilt/Zoom Camera External USB interface box Multi-cable interconnect Hi Intensity Photo-Flash Universal mounting bracket for flash USB cable 4 Port USB Hub Brick power supply for USB interface box...
- Page 4 Installing the VALCam USB Zoom Do not connect the camera to the computer until after software installation. Mount the photo-flash to the hot-shoe connector on top of the camera. Connect the flash cable to the matching receptacle on the back of the camera. Connect the power adaptor to the matching connector on the back of the camera.
- Page 5 Connect the Visca connector to the matching connector on the camera. Connect the yellow power connector to the matching yellow connector on the camera. Connect the photo-flash cable to the matching white connector on the multi-cable. 10. Connect the 25 pin connector on the multi-connector to the USB converter box.
- Page 6 You can confirm the installation opening Device Manager and noting the “ VALCam USB Camera ” listed under “ Imaging Devices ” Basic Operation Confirm that the display settings of your computer are set to 24 or 32 bit color (16 bit is not recommended) . Click on START->PROGRAMS->VALCam USB and start the application.
- Page 7 Camera motion controls Press the + key next to the numeric key pad, the camera will zoom in. Release the + key and the camera will stop zooming. To zoom out press the – key next to the numeric keypad. Release the – key to stop the action. Use the ↑...
- Page 8 Adjust Live Preview/Capture Parameters Click the Flash Off button. Adjust the Brightness control buttons for proper image illumination. This is the only control used to adjust image brightness. The last setting of the Brightness control are remembered between sessions. Click the Adjust button and click the “ Flesh Tone ” tab.
- Page 9 Adjust the scroll controls up and down. Live Red Live Blue Note the changes in the image hue. These controls should be used to fine tune image color for optimal quality. Adjust the Live Color control and note the changes in the image. This control adjust color intensity from pale to very intense.
- Page 10 Click the Capture Button and the capture will happen immediately. Click the “Save” button to send the image to clipboard or your application. Click the “Don’t Save” button to discard the image and prepare to take another capture. This is very useful when using the Twain driver as you can immediately take another capture without restarting the application.
- Page 11 Taking a Flash Capture Click the Use Flash button to Flash On. The Flash will be triggered the next time the capture button is clicked. Frame the subject with the camera controls. Remember to zoom in as tight as your image composition will allow.
- Page 12 Please note that the Flash color controls only effect flash captures and have no effect on the live preview. Cropping Control The VALCam USB allows the user to set cropping parameters for both preview and capture. The live preview will display live video that corresponds to these parameters.
- Page 13 Click the Adjust button. Click the Cropping tab on the adjust dialog box. Click the various Cropping Select choices and see how the live display changes to the new aspect ratio. Take a capture and note how the capture also matches the new settings.
- Page 14 Locate and double click on the VALCam USB.INI file located in the Windows folder or sub folder. The file will open in Notepad. Scroll down and locate the Password=None entry. Modify this entry with a password of your choice Example: Password=007. Restart the VALCam application and click the Adjust button.
- Page 15 Take a number of captures adjusting the Iris buttons for optimal image exposure. Usually a setting between 12 (close up) and 24 (far away) will work. Fine tune image capture with the Red , Blue , Color and Sharpness controls. Note: When using the Flash, image parameter changes only occur when the image is captured and will not be displayed on the live preview .
- Page 16 Flash will not fire : 1. Verify that the Flash switch is in the on position. 2. Verify Flash connector is fully inserted. 3. Verify that the amber led is on located on the back of the flash.
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