Table of Contents
Advertisement
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for SiPix StyleCam Blink
Summary of Contents for SiPix StyleCam Blink
- Page 1 Digital Camera with Streaming Snapshot™ Owner’s Manual...
- Page 2 About this manual This manual is designed to assist you in using the SiPix StyleCam Blink 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. Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Create a Streaming Snapshot™ Using AVI Maker……………………………………….. 15 Using the StyleCam Blink as a PC Camera…………………...……………………………17 Troubleshooting & Specifications………..………………………………………………….. 19 One-Year Limited Warranty………………………………………………………………….. 24 Warranty Service……………………………………………………………………………… 25 Technical Support…………………………………………………………………………….. 26 Appendix I Quick Tips: How to Take Great Photos with the SiPix StyleCam Blink... -
Page 5: Getting Started
Inetcam iVISTA software allows you to have a live videoconference via the Internet. SiPix AVI maker allows you to make AVI videos out of the Streaming Snapshots. The StyleCam Blink includes a USB cable that provides quick and easy image transfer from the StyleCam Blink to your computer. - Page 6 Key Features & Accessories The SiPix StyleCam Blink comes with the following key features and accessories: Super-slim, compact design PC camera mode 640 x 480 (VGA), 320 x 240 (CIF) & 160 x 120 (QCIF) 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 Blink 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... - Page 8 Inserting & Removing the Battery Please follow the instructions below to insert the battery. Inserting Battery 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
Camera Setup & Operation The instructions below will guide you through the basic functions of the StyleCam Blink and how it operates. HOW TO SET UP THE STYLECAM BLINK Press the MODE button to select the function you need. (See Identifying Components on... - Page 10 2. The status display will show the number of pictures you have taken. For best results when taking pictures with the StyleCam Blink, 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 Streaming Snapshot 1. Press the MODE button to select the streaming snapshot mode icon. (The camera will automatically switch to CIF mode) 2. Press and hold the SHUTTER button until the camera beeps twice to confirm the mode selection. 3. To take continuous shots, find your subject through the viewfinder, and hold the SHUTTER button down to take pictures.
-
Page 12: Installing Software
PhotoMontage, and VideoImpression, and Inetcam iVISTA. Inetcam™ is offering streaming live video service to SiPix StyleCam Blink users for 30 days free of charge (follow the instructions to get your free trial). The StyleCam Blink also comes with a TWAIN driver for downloading the images to your computer, SiPix AVI Maker for making video clips out of streaming snapshots and Adobe Acrobat Reader for viewing this manual in PDF file format. - Page 13 ADDITIONAL STEPS FOR WINDOWS XP USERS 1. With the StyleCam Blink CD in the CD-ROM drive, plug the USB cable into the camera and the other end into the PC. 2. The system will detect the camera 3.
- Page 14 5. Click Finish to continue the installation. 7. The New Hardware Wizard will reappear. Please select Install the software automatically [Recommended] and click Next to continue. 8. System files will copy and the following screen will appear. Click Finish to complete the driver installation.
- Page 15 Installing ArcSoft software 1. Insert the StyleCam Blink Driver CD into your CD-ROM drive. The following installer menu will appear on your computer screen. If the menu screen does not open automatically, click Start à à Run and enter d:\installmgr.exe (where “d” is your CD- ROM drive).
- Page 16 2. Read the license agreement, click the Agree button and select NEXT to continue. 3. Choose desired setting. Also choose if you want Inetcam iVista to launch on system start up. If unsure, deselect the box and click NEXT. 4. The registration code screen will appear. Enter the default “I don’t have a registration code.
- Page 17 6. iVista will now be activated and the control panel appears as shown below. 7. To find out more about how to use iVista go to Start>Programs>Inetcam and click on help as shown below. Launch iVISTA Software Help.lnk...
-
Page 18: Downloading Images To Your Pc
Connecting the StyleCam Blink to Your PC 1. Make sure the StyleCam Blink is powered OFF. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the StyleCam Blink, and the other end to the PC’s USB port on the back of your computer. (See figures below) 3. -
Page 19: Create A Streaming Snapshot™ Using Avi Maker
Please follow these instructions to create your own video with the AVI Maker. Streaming Snapshot™ Mode 1. Use the Streaming Snapshot mode of the StyleCam Blink to record a series of images. 2. Connect the StyleCam to your PC, and start the AVI Maker application. Go to: Start Menu à... -
Page 20: Using The Stylecam Blink As A Pc Camera
USB cable, within the bottom of the tilt stand. Insert barrel Note: Do not disconnect the USB cable while you are using the StyleCam Blink as a PC camera. It may lock up the computer, and require a reboot. - Page 21 Previewing video In order to see what video you'll be webcasting to the world, you can preview the video on your computer. Please follow these steps to preview your video image: 1. Start iVISTA (Start-Programs-Inetcam-iVISTA) and open the iVISTA Control Panel. 2.
-
Page 22: 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 battery is Replace the battery with new or freshly charged one. Refer discharged. to page 4. The battery is Check the battery orientation. -
Page 23: 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 24: Warranty Service
Warranty Service If your SiPix product needs to be returned for repair, you must contact SiPix technical support prior to shipment for an RMA number before sending in the product. The RMA number is a Return Merchandise Authorization number. SiPix will refuse all shipments without a proper RMA number. -
Page 25: Technical Support
Should you require further assistance, you may contact SiPix technical support representatives by calling: Technical Support 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.