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Creative pc-cam 350: user guide
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  • Page 2: Getting Started

    Creative PC-CAM 350 Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Creative Technology Ltd. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without the written permission of Creative Technology Ltd.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Minimum System Requirements ... viii Updating Drivers... viii Document Conventions... ix Installing PC-CAM 350 PC-CAM 350 ... 1-1 Buttons and LCD on PC-CAM 350... 1-3 Buttons ... 1-3 LCD... 1-4 Inserting or Changing Batteries ... 1-6 Installing PC-CAM 350 ... 1-7 In Windows 98/98 SE/Me ...
  • Page 4 Viewing a Photo ... 2-4 Viewing a Video ... 2-4 Reactivating the Camera... 2-4 Starting PC-CAM Center Help... 2-5 Using PC-CAM 350 as a Digital Camera Turning on the Camera... 3-1 Battery Low... 3-1 Taking Pictures ... 3-2 Tips on Taking Good Pictures... 3-5 Downloading Images from the Camera...
  • Page 5 Undocked mode... A-3 Light Sensitivity ...A-3 Video Formats ...A-3 Exposure Control ...A-3 Color Balance ...A-3 Color Matrix...A-3 Port Compatibility ...A-4 Flash ...A-4 Troubleshooting Problem Installing Software...B-1 Problems Using PC-CAM 350 ...B-1 Problems in Windows XP ...B-4 Note on USB Compatibility...
  • Page 6 Introduction...
  • Page 7 Introduction Creative PC-CAM 350 is an Internet video camera that allows you to capture images in 24-bit (16.7 million) colors. It also records videos in full-color. The following are just some of the things you can do with your PC-CAM 350: ❑...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Use this application to download pictures to your computer, when using Center PC-CAM 350 as a portable digital camera. You can also export pictures or videos to other programs, or send them as attachments in your e-mail message. There are various settings for you to adjust, allowing you to optimize the quality of your pictures and videos.

  • Page 9: Ulead Photo Express Mce 4.0

    ❑ Adobe Software ❑ Microsoft NetMeeting README File ❑ The README file on the PC-CAM 350 installation CD contains information not available at the time of printing. Read the file before connecting your PC-CAM to the computer. ™ Photo Express MCE 4.0 has everything you need to get started with picture...

  • Page 10: Minimum System Requirements

    ❑ Display adapter that supports 24-bit color at a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels ❑ Sound Blaster 16 or higher, or other Windows-compatible audio card with full- duplex support for simultaneous two-way conversations Updating Drivers To download the latest drivers and file updates for PC-CAM 350, visit http://www.creative.com. ® ®...

  • Page 11: Document Conventions

    Document The following typographical conventions are used throughout this document: Conventions Table 1: Document conventions This Represents This notepad icon indicates information that is of particular importance and should be considered before continuing. This alarm clock icon indicates that failure to adhere to directions may result in loss of data or damage to your computer.

  • Page 12: Installing Pc-Cam 350

    Installing PC-CAM 350...

  • Page 13: Pc-Cam 350

    Focus-free lens Operation mode button Snapshot button Viewfinder Strobe-Flash Front view Camera-ready LED Back view Figure 1-1: Front and back views of PC-CAM 350. Front LED Lights up when the camera is connected to the computer. Viewfinder Power button Image counter Flash button.
  • Page 14 Video Recording icon Battery level indicator Operation mode button Flash mode Icons Figure 1-2: Buttons and LCD on PC-CAM 350. Single snapshot (high resolution), Single snapshot (normal resolution) and Single snapshot (low resolution) modes icons Self-timer single snapshot (normal...

  • Page 15: Buttons And Lcd On Pc-Cam 350

    LCDs on your camera. CAM 350 Buttons The following buttons are found on your PC-CAM 350: ❑ Power button To turn on your camera, press this button. You can only turn on your camera when it is disconnected from the computer.

  • Page 16: Lcd

    The following LCD icons and symbols are found on your PC-CAM 350: ❑ Single snapshot (high resolution) This icon indicates that you are in Single snapshot (high resolution) mode. In this mode, the camera captures images at 640 x 480 pixels with software interpolation.

  • Page 17: Battery Level Indicator

    To enable your camera’s audio cues again, press the Operation Mode button for two seconds. ❑ Image Counter Depending on which mode you are in, this counter displays the total number of photos or videos left. Installing PC-CAM 350...

  • Page 18: Inserting Or Changing Batteries

    For PC-CAM 350 to function as a portable digital camera when it is disconnected Inserting or from the computer, you need to insert four 1.5 V AAA alkaline batteries into its Changing Batteries battery compartment. To insert or replace batteries: 1.

  • Page 19: In Windows 98/98 Se/Me

    For users of Windows XP, see “In Windows XP” on page 1-10. In Windows 98/98 1. Do not connect PC-CAM 350 to your computer before installing the drivers. If you accidentally begin installation with PC-CAM 350 connected, the Add New SE/Me Hardware Wizard dialog box appears.
  • Page 20 USB hub. i. If you are prompted to insert the Windows 98 CD, replace the PC-CAM 350 Installation CD with the appropriate CD. Note: Windows 98 is available in various editions. Be sure to use the correct edition for your computer.

  • Page 21: In Windows 2000

    5. Connect PC-CAM 350’s USB cable to an available USB port on your computer (Figure 1-5). Place PC-CAM 350 on top of your computer monitor or another flat surface.

  • Page 22: In Windows Xp

    5. Connect PC-CAM 350’s USB cable to an available USB port on your computer (Figure 1-5). Place PC-CAM 350 on top of your computer monitor or another flat surface.
  • Page 23 “Problems in Windows XP” on page B-4. companies to submit their hardware solutions for 8. When the PC-CAM 350 Camera Configuration dialog box appears, check the certification. If a hardware image in the Video preview pane. If it flickers or displays a series of dark bands, device driver is not click the Cancel Flicker button.

  • Page 24: Verifying The Installation

    For Windows 2000/XP, click the Hardware tab, and then click the Device Manager button. 4. Click the plus (+) sign next to the Imaging Device icon. The entries Creative PC-CAM 350 (Still Image) and Creative PC-CAM 350 (Video) should appear.

  • Page 25: Using Pc-Cam 350 As A Web Camera

    Using PC-CAM 350 as a Web Camera...

  • Page 26: Starting Pc-Cam Center

    PC-CAM Center is an easy-to-use application that enables you to take pictures and Starting record short videos with the PC-CAM 350 camera. You can also view pictures and PC-CAM Center videos, create and manage albums, and download image files from your camera.

  • Page 27: Capturing Images And Videos

    For instructions on how to take a photo or record a video without a preview, refer to the PC-CAM Center Help file. To launch PC-CAM Center Help, see “Starting PC-CAM Center Help” on page 2-5. Using PC-CAM 350 as a Web Camera...

  • Page 28: Taking A Photo In Preview Mode

    7. To preview the video, click the Play button on the bottom-left corner of the Live Video window. After you have previewed the video, and have decided that you want to save the video, click the Save button. 8. The video capture is added to the destination album. Using PC-CAM 350 as a Web Camera...

  • Page 29: Viewing A Photo

    If your computer goes into standby mode, your camera will go into suspend mode. Reactivating the You can reactivate the camera and computer by moving the mouse or pressing a Camera key on the keyboard. Using PC-CAM 350 as a Web Camera...

  • Page 30: Starting Pc-Cam Center Help

    Help To start the Help file: 1. Click PC-CAM Center at the top left corner of PC-CAM Center’s main window. 2. On the PC-CAM Center menu, click Help. Using PC-CAM 350 as a Web Camera...

  • Page 31: Using Pc-Cam 350 As A Digital Camera

    Using PC-CAM 350 as a Digital Camera Using PC-CAM 350 as a Digital Camera...

  • Page 32: Turning On The Camera

    Using PC-CAM 350 as a Digital Camera You can also use PC-CAM 350 as a portable digital camera when it is not connected to your computer. Note: Remember to insert four 1.5 V AAA alkaline batteries into the camera’s battery compartment.

  • Page 33: Taking Pictures

    Select the flash mode that you want, then press the Snapshot button to take minutes. a snapshot. The front red LED blinks once and the camera-ready green LED blinks when the image is stored into memory, and turns on after the image is saved. Using PC-CAM 350 as a Digital Camera...
  • Page 34 Single snapshot mode. The delay time is ten seconds. Note: You can cancel the snapshot while the camera is counting down by pressing the Snapshot button again. Using PC-CAM 350 as a Digital Camera...
  • Page 35 8. To take another picture, repeat steps 4 through 6. 9. To turn off the camera, press and hold the Power button for two seconds. Using PC-CAM 350 as a Digital Camera...

  • Page 36: Tips On Taking Good Pictures

    So keep your hands steady at all times for sharp, clear pictures. To avoid shaking the camera, gently squeeze the Snapshot button. If necessary, use both hands to hold the camera while pressing the Snapshot button. Using PC-CAM 350 as a Digital Camera...

  • Page 37: Recording Videos

    Camera 1. Connect PC-CAM Center to your computer and start PC-CAM Center. 2. Click the Digital Camera button. Temporary copies of the PC-CAM files are created automatically, and displayed as thumbnails in the thumbnails window. 3. Click the Select All button to select all the files.

  • Page 38: Deleting Images From The Camera

    All the selected files are removed from the camera’s memory. Undocked Mode When PC-CAM 350 is not connected to your computer and you are using it as a portable digital camera, do the following to delete all the files in your camera’s memory: 1.

  • Page 39: A Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications...

  • Page 40: Features And Specifications

    Technical Specifications This section lists the specifications of your PC-CAM 350 camera. ❑ Color CIF (352 x 288 pixels) CMOS image sensor Features and ❑ 8 MB of on-board non-volatile memory for image storage Specifications ❑ LCD counter display to indicate number of pictures left and mode of stills captured ❑...

  • Page 41: Driver And Operating System Compatibility

    Note: Battery life depends on mode and battery type. Four AAA alkaline batteries can last for up to 450 snapshots with flash and 3000 snapshots without flash. • Auto shut-off after three minutes of idle time ❑ When attached: • Captures video at up to 30 frames per second at image resolutions of 352 x •...

  • Page 42: Undocked Mode

    • 640 x 480 (with software interpolation) • 352 x 288 • 320 x 240 • 176 x 144 • 160 x 120 ❑ Video Mode • 352 x 288 • 320 x 240 • 176 x 144 • 160 x 120 Undocked mode ❑...

  • Page 43: Color Matrix

    Preset and integral to camera Color Matrix Universal Serial Bus port Port Compatibility Between 1.5 meters (5 feet) and 2.5 meters (8 feet) effectiveness Flash Technical Specifications...

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...

  • Page 45: Problem Installing Software

    Troubleshooting This appendix provides solutions to problems you may encounter during installation or normal use. The setup program for PC-CAM 350 does not run automatically after you insert the Problem Installation CD into the drive. Installing The AutoPlay feature in your Windows system may not be enabled.
  • Page 46 An application reports that the video driver is already in use, or that the camera cannot be found. Do the following: ❑ The camera is not properly connected. To resolve this problem, ensure that the camera’s USB connector is inserted, and that the USB host controller is enabled in your computer’s BIOS.
  • Page 47 2. Double-click the Scanners & Cameras icon. The Scanners & Cameras Properties dialog box appears. 3. Click the Devices tab. 4. Click Creative PC-CAM 350 (Video), and then click the Properties button. The Creative PC-CAM 350 (Video) Properties dialog box appears. 5. Click the Events tab.

  • Page 48: Problems In Windows Xp

    You may see this message when installing this driver. If you do, you may choose to click the Continue Anyway button. Creative has tested this driver on Windows XP, and it does not impair or destablize your computer.

  • Page 49: Usb Compatibility

    USB Compatibility...

  • Page 50: Note On Usb Compatibility

    If the setup program warns you that your motherboard’s USB port is incompatible with PC-CAM 350, or if the camera does not work on your system and you suspect that the problem may be related to your PC’s USB port, the following is a list of available options: 1.

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