About this manual This manual is designed to assist you in using the StyleCam Snap digital camera. Information in this docu- ment has been carefully checked for accuracy; however, no guarantee is given to the correctness of the con- tents. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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2002 Foxlink Peripherals, Inc. StyleCam and Streaming Snapshot are trademarks of Foxlink Peripherals, Inc. SiPix is registered by SiPix Group Ltd. and used under license. MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation registered in the USA and other countries. Windows is an abbrevi- ated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation System.
SiPix CamExplorer ............................. 8 ArcSoft PhotoImpression ........................... 8 ArcSoft VideoImpression..........................8 Adobe Acrobat Reader..........................8 ............................9 NSTALLING THE OFTWARE Installing the StyleCam Snap TWAIN ......................9 CONNECTING TO YOUR PC.............................12 PC ....................12 OW TO ONNECT THE TYLE NAP TO DOWNLOADING IMAGES AND VIDEO TO YOUR PC..................13 &...
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SING THE TYLE NAP AS A AMERA WITH IDEO MPRESSION Connecting the StyleCam Snap to a PC....................16 Using the ArcSoft VideoImpression...................... 16 Saving Video Clips with Windows Media Player..................16 VIDEO CONFERENCING WITH NETMEETING ....................17 ................17 OW TO SE THE...
SiPix Picture Manager (TWAIN) − SiPix CamWizard − SiPix CamExplorer − ArcSoft PhotoImpression − ArcSoft VideoImpression − Owner’s Manual (PDF) − Adobe Acrobat Reader Note: Do not discard the packaging box. You may need it to return the StyleCam Snap digital camera.
Please refer to the following diagram to identify the StyleCam Snap components: Front View Shutter button USB connector Viewfinder Lens Back View Shutter button Viewfinder Status LCD Power/Mode button Battery compartment cover...
Loss of image data will occur should the battery lose power. • The StyleCam Snap allows up to 1 minute for changing battery without losing images saved on the camera. We recommend that you download the images within 24 hours to avoid losing the pictures.
To turn the StyleCam Snap’s power to ON, press the Power/Mode button. • To turn the StyleCam Snap’s power to OFF, press and hold the Power/Mode button for three sec- onds. Note: The StyleCam Snap will automatically power off after 30 seconds of inactivity.
To select your desired setting, press the Power/Mode button to scroll through the different modes. The icons will display in the status LCD; press the Shutter button to select the function displayed and the camera is ready to take a picture or streaming snapshots. Note: If you do not press any button within five seconds, the LCD screen automatically re- turns to the operation mode screen.
Press the Power/Mode button once to turn the camera on. Default Setting Press the Power/Mode button again to scroll to the setting you want: 640 x 480 pixels 320 x 240 pixels Press the Shutter button to save the setting and return to the main screen. Press the Power/Mode button to scroll to indoor/outdoor: Indoor: select when inside a building or when ambient light is low.
Erase All images and Videos. Press and hold down the Shutter button until you hear 2 beeps. This will erase all images and videos saved on your StyleCam Snap. Erase LAST image or video taken. Press the Shutter button once until you hear 2 beeps.
SiPix Picture Manager (TWAIN) The SiPix Picture Manager works with TWAIN compliant third party software. The SiPix Picture Manager allows you to quickly view the images on the StyleCam Snap, edit the images (e.g., crop, rotate, flip), and save them to your computer.
Select “No” and continue with the installation. This will not affect the operation of you computer. Installing the StyleCam Snap TWAIN 1. Insert the StyleCam Snap software CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD will auto run, and the StyleCam Snap instal- lation menu will appear.
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2. A progress bar will appear. Please wait for all applications to install on your computer. Each pro- gram will take up to 5 minutes to complete. 3. After the ArcSoft programs install, the license agreement for the StyleCam Snap Driver will appear, click “Yes” to accept the terms of the agreement.
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For Custom Installation, please follow the instructions below to complete installing your software. 1. Select “Custom Installation” from the Installer Menu shown above, and click “Continue”. The follow- ing screen will appear on your computer screen. 2. Check the application/driver software that you want to install on your computer, and click “Install”. 3.
Note: Before you connect the StyleCam Snap to your PC, you must install the SiPix software drivers. Press the Power/Mode button to turn the camera to OFF. Open the connector cover. Plug-in the smaller connector of the USB cable to the USB port on the camera.
& & Use the StyleCam Snap CamWizard to transfer and save your pictures and video, view a slideshow of pic- tures, play your digital video, or open folders to view files. Connect the StyleCam Snap with the supplied USB cable to your PC; the following screen appears.
Click “Acquire” (scanner/camera icon); the SiPix Picture Manager will acquire the images saved on your camera. The SiPix Picture Manager allows you to view each individual image saved on your camera. You can use the arrow keys to scroll to the previous or the next picture. Click on the “Transfer” button to...
Save. Transfer and Save Video Using SiPix CamExplorer You can also use the StyleCam Snap Camera Explorer to save the images and videos to your computer. Follow the instructions below: Go to My Computer; double-click on the My Camera icon .
The SiPix StyleCam Snap allows you to connect to your computer with the supplied USB cable and use it as a PC camera. Please the instructions below carefully. Connecting the StyleCam Snap to a PC 1. Set your StyleCam Snap on the tilt base (included) and place it on a flat surface.
The StyleCam can be used with Microsoft NetMeeting for video conferencing. Follow these instructions: Connect the StyleCam Snap to your computer with the supplied USB cable. The camera will power on automatically. Launch NetMeeting. Go to Start → Programs → Accessories → Communications → NetMeeting.
Taking Pictures Indoors – General Do’s • Try to take pictures in an area where there are a lot of colors and patterns. If taking a portrait picture of a person, make sure the clothing does not have a high contrast to the background (e.g. white shirt against black background).
Auto power off: 30 seconds Operating System Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, XP Camera Dimension 2.4” x 2.4” x 0.7” (60x60x17mm) Camera Weight 1.27 oz 36.02g (without battery) * Video is converted from streaming snapshot images using the SiPix software. Video length varies.
Problem Possible cause Solution The camera has no The batteries are discharged. Replace the batteries with freshly charged ones. power. The batteries are inserted Check the battery orientation. incorrectly. Is the camera connected to a The camera’s buttons are not functional when computer? connected to a PC.
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. Except as set forth above, all other warranties whether express or implied, includ- ing but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are hereby excluded.
– & If your SiPix product needs to be returned for repair, you must contact SiPix technical support prior to ship- ment for an RMA number before sending in the product. The RMA number is a Return Merchandise Au- thorization number. SiPix will refuse all shipments without a proper RMA number. The RMA number MUST be printed on the outside of the original shipping carton in large print written in black ink next to the shipping label.
Should you require further assistance, you may contact SiPix technical support representatives by calling 510.651.9199. SiPix Technical Support is available from 8 AM to 6 PM PST, Monday through Friday, exclud- ing holidays.
Pour assistance Technique rappeler le numéro gratuit en Europe* :00800-800 SiPix (00800-80074749) ou par E-Mail : sipix@appello.de Le Support Technique de SiPix est disponible de 9h à 18h, du lundi au vendredi, sauf les jours fériés. TEL: 00800-800 SiPix *Finland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Austria, Belgium, The Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, Switzerland, Italy, UK, Ireland,...
– Technical Support Upon receipt of this SiPix product you are immediately eligible for Technical Support during the warranty period of ONE YEAR from the purchase date. Users with questions or concerns of a technical nature should first refer to the product manual, as usage and troubleshooting information is provided in detail. For addi- tional information or assistance, users should visit the SiPix Web-site, as tutorials, updated drivers, fre- quently asked questions and news updates are available.
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