Genius ILOOK 310 User manual

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Table of Contents
iLook 310 Features 1
Set up the device 2-3
Using Instant MessengerApplication 3-4
CrazyTalk CamSuite PRO 5-15
CrazyTalk CamSuite PRO with IM Application 16-20
Trouble shooting for web camera 21

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Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries
This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European countries:
zThis product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate
collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.
zFor more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge
of waste management.
Add live video to your instant messaging!
Turn your PC into a live broadcast hub with iLook 310. It works with windows
Vista, XP, 2000, Me, and 98SE. Whether you are creating video emails or
hosting one-to-one video chats, this easy to use webcam adds a personal
touch to your online communication. Connect with loved ones easily today
with live video chats!
1.SnapShot Button
You can press the snapshot button
to take images after install
advanced driver from the CD.
2.Manual Lens
Adjust the focus by twisting the
lens.
3.LED Indicator
When iLook 310 is connected to the
computer's USB port, the LED will
light up when performing video
application.
4.Microphone
5.Swivel and Clipping Base
The adjustable clipping base fits
easily to almost anything - notebook
panel, CRT, and LCD monitors.
iLook 310 Features

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You need to install the device drivers and applications before using
your webcam.
Do not connect your webcam to your computer before
installing the drivers.
1. Installing the iLook 310 driver in Windows Vista/XP/2000/Me/98SE
a. Insert the iLook 310 Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive.
b. The Autorun screen will bring up the installation screen. Click on
“Driver” then simply follow the on-screen instructions.
c. Install DirectX from the CD if your PC doesn’t have it or the version
was older.
NOTE
If the Autorun screen doesn’t start, follow these steps:
zClick on “Start Menu”
zType D:\SETUP.EXE, then click the Enter key.
(Assume your CD-ROM is in Drive D)
2. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.
3. Insert the iLook 310’s USB cable to your desktop or laptop USB
port.
4. Now restart your computer after you have installed all the
applications and connected the web cam.
5. The software and hardware installation is now complete. You can
install the software you would like to use for video conferencing
or chat with your friends.
Set up the Device

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NOTE
The web camera can work properly with any video chat software that
supports a video feature.
To remove the driver installation in Windows Vista/XP/2000/Me/98SE
Go to the taskbar and follow “Start ÆProgram ÆiLook 310
ÆClick “Uninstall”, then follow the on-screen instructions to remove the
driver.
MSN Messenger
a. For live video function, you’ll need MSN Messenger version 6 or
later. If you don’t have it, refer to the website:
http://messenger.msn.com to download.
b. Sign onto MSN Messenger service.
c. Choose a friend on the contact list and click “OK” to confirm.
d. Double-click on your friends, who are available to chat. Click on
the webcam icon.
e. Your friend will then receive an invitation message. When your
friend confirms to talk, the video chat will start.
f. For the further information, refer to the website at
http://messenger.msn.com
Yahoo Messenger
a. Download Yahoo Messenger at http://messenger.yahoo.com and
finish the registration, if you don’t have it.
b. Sign onto Yahoo Messenger.
c. From the main window, click Tools menu, then select “Start My
Webcam”.
Using Instant Messenger Application

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d. Right-click on a name in your Messenger List and choose “View
Webcam”.
e. Your friend will then receive an invitation message. When your
friend clicks YES, the video chat will start.
f. For the further information, refer to the website at
http://messenger.yahoo.com
AOL Instant Messenger
a. You can download AOL Instant Messenger free at
http://www.aim.com and finish the registration, if you don’t have it.
b. Sign onto AOL Instant Messenger.
c. Click on “Show Messenger Lists” and choose the friend you want
to start with video chat.
d. Your friend will then receive an invitation message. When your
friend confirms to talk, the video chat will start.
e. For the further information, refer to the website at
http://www.aim.com
NOTE
Make sure you already connected the camera to the computer before
running any video conferencing or video chat programs.
Also make sure you close other webcam programs before running the
video conferencing or video chat program.

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As an added bonus, the bundled program - CrazyTalk Cam Suite PRO
enriches your video chatting with a lot of fun by following these advanced
features.
Capture still image and video in different resolutions and
upload to YouTube directly.
Continuously changing talking animated characters appear
during online video chats with lip-sync movement.
Change facial expressions or add face accessories and comic
stamps to your face during online video chats.
Using CrazyTalk Cam Suite PRO

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Shares your favorite video clips and photo slideshows instantly
without waiting to download.
Shows live desktop activity for online presentation, distant
training, and software operation.
Notifies you what happens in front of the webcam while you
are away.
With the Enable Video Chat feature, you may decrease the
loading of your system by stopping sending the video data to
your IM partner.
To show the Preference window. You can change the general
settings in Preference dialog box.
Shows the properties window of your web cam driver. The
controls provided depend on the drivers respectively.
System Requirements
Make sure that your PC meets the following minimum system requirements
before running CrazyTalk Cam Suite PRO.
Minimum Recommended
Hardware
CPU Pentium 4, 2.0 GHz Pentium 4, 3.0 GHz or
higher
RAM 256 MB 512 MB or higher
Disk Space 100 MB 200 MB
Accessories Duplex sound card, VGA card, keyboard,
mouse, microphone, speaker
Software
Operating System Windows 2000, XP and Vista
Instant Messenger Such as Skype for Windows v3.0 or above
DirectX DirectX 9 or above

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Capture
You may click Snapshot or Record button to capture and share an image or
a video of yourself from your webcam.
Camera on/off Mixer for music/sound
Sketch and Text Background Music
Voice Morph Preview
Snapshot button Delete
Still image resolution Email
Video record button Youtube upload
Video resolution Thumbnail/List view
Volume adjust

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Avatar Live
You can use the selected avatar to have video chats with your friends.
Avatar
You can use default avatars or press more to create your own
avatars.
Emoticons
You are able to add different emotive expressions to your avatar
along with the sound effect. If you are using video conference,
the avatar and emotive animation are both visible to your
conferencing partner.
Horizontal Mirror
Tick the Horizontal box to have the camera window flip
horizontally so that the avatar moves along with your head more
mirror-like.

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Reset
Click the Reset button to rectify and zoom your avatar to the
appropriate size and angle to fit in the camera window.
Preview
You may click the Preview button to launch the preview window
Magic Mirror
You can utilize your own face applied different effects by Magic Mirror and to
have video chats with your friends.
Morph
You can change the selected face morph to your face.
Effect
You may add a comic effect to your face.
Preview
Click the Preview button to launch the preview window