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You also can use the conventional camera with other programs that provide features such as photographing,
video capturing, and video conferencing. To use the conventional camera with other programs, open one
of the programs and start the photographing, video capturing, or video conferencing function. Then, the
camera starts automatically and the green camera status indicator turns on. For more information about
using the camera with a program, see the help information system of the program.
You can configure the camera settings to meet your needs, such as adjusting the quality of the video output.
To configure the camera settings, do the following:
• For Windows 7: Start the Communications Utility program and configure the camera settings.
• For Windows 10: Do one of the following:
– Open the Camera app, and click the settings icon in the upper-right corner. Follow the instructions
on the screen to configure the camera settings.
– Open the Start menu and click Lenovo Settings ➙ Camera. Follow the instructions on the screen to
configure the camera settings.
Using the infrared camera
Note: The infrared camera is only supported on the Window 10 operating system.
The infrared camera provides a personal and secure way for you to sign in to your computer with face
authentication. After setting the infrared camera for face authentication, you can unlock your computer by
scanning your face instead of using a password.
The infrared camera has the following components:
1 3 Infrared light-emitting diode (LED)
The infrared LED emits infrared light. Normally the infrared light is invisible to the naked eye.
2 Infrared camera lens
The infrared camera lens is used for creating the facial image of a user.
4 Camera indicator
When the camera indicator is on, the infrared camera is in the recognition mode.
To set the infrared camera for face authentication, do the following:
1. Open the Start menu and click Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Sign-in options.
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