Genius ISLIM 321R User manual

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Table of Contents
iSlim 321R Features 1
Installing the iSlim 321R 2
Setting the LED On/Off and Frequency 3
About Genius Application-WebCAM Mate 4
1. Main Menu 4-8
2. Picture Mode 9-11
3. Video Mode 12-13
4. Security Mode 13-16
Using MSN Messenger,Yahoo Messenger,AOL 16-17
CrazyTalk Avatar Creator 18-42
CrazyTalk CamSuite 43-70
Trouble shooting for web camera 71

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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.
The iSlim 321R is designed as an all-hours web camera. The infrared
technology allows you to video chat in a low-light environment. Meanwhile,
iSlim 321R is compliant with UVC (USB Video Class); supports Plug & Play,
so no driver is required so it’s the ideal web camera for you!
1. SnapShot Button
You can press the snapshot button to
take still images.
2. Lens
You can adjust the focus by twisting
the lens.
3. Red-Infrared light
The infrared allows you to video chat
in a low-light environment.
4. Microphone
Built-in microphone lets you talk
freely.
5. LED Indicator
The LED will light up when the web
camera is performing a video
application.
6. Universal Clipping Base
The adjustable clipping base fits
easily to almost any panel -
Notebook and LCD monitors.
iSlim 321R Features

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iSlim 321R supports UVC (USB Video Class) which can plug and play in
Windows XP SP2, Vista or Mac 10.4.9 and above without using a device
driver.
1. Make sure your PC OS system is Windows XP SP2, Vista or Mac
10.4.9 and above.
2. Plug in the iSlim 321R to a USB port. It is now ready for use with any
application. The web camera can work properly with any video chat
software that supports a video feature.
3. Genius application:
You can use the Genius application software to capture a real-time
image, record or execute simple security functions. The Snapshot
function will work in the Genius application software.
4. In Windows XP SP2 and Vista:
a. Double-click on the My Computer icon. Or click Start ÆMy
Computer.
b. Select “USB Video Device” and double-click, and the video
appears on the screen automatically.
5. In Mac 10.4.9 or above:
Click iChat ÆPreference. Now you can use iSlim 321R for online
chatting.
NOTE
To check if Windows XP system is SP2 (Service Pack 2).
−Click on the My Computer icon on your desktop or in the
Windows Start menu.
−When the menu appears, click Properties.
If your Windows XP system isn’t SP2 (Service Pack 2), go to the
website http://www.microsoft.com to upgrade your version.
Installing the Device

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1. After you install WebMate, you’ll find a Genius Manager Icon in the
system tray.
2. Put the mouse pointer on Genius Manager Icon, and click the right
button. Then you can select if you want the LED on or off and the
Frequency at 50Hz or 60Hz.
NOTE
60Hz: USA, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, etc.
50Hz: UK, Europe, China, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, etc.
Setting the LED On/Off and Frequency
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You can use Genius WebCAM Mate software to capture the
real-time image, record or execute the simple security function.
NOTE
After installing the Genius Application software, the system will
automatically create a file (C:\WINDOWS\Album or C:\WINNT\Album)
to save the images you take using the Genius Application.
Genius application is compatible to Windows Vista/XP/2000/Me/98SE
1. Main Menu
About Genius Application-WebCAM Mate

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Item Mode Description
Picture Mode Still image capture mode.
Video Mode Video recording mode.
Security Mode Security monitoring mode.
Device
Selection Select different webcam device.
Resolution
Selection
Resolution selections according to
device.
MJPG: 640x480, 352x288, 320x240,
176x144, 160x120
YUY2: 640x480, 352x288, 320x240,
176x144, 160x120
Property page View your settings and properties.
Exit Exit the Genius UI.

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-Property page
Property page lets you adjust the web cam to your personal liking.
-Video Proc Amp
Item Description
Brightness enables you to adjust the brightness of the displayed
image or video.
Contrast enables you to control the ratio between dark and light.
Hue is any color in the rainbow that you choose to pick.

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Item Description
Saturation enables you to set the color reproduction from black
and white to full color image or video.
Sharpness can soften or sharpen images to achieve different
effects.
Gamma enables you to brighten dark areas within the displayed
image or video and visualize more details without over-exposing
already light areas.
You can adjust different values for different circumstances
depending on your environment.
Turn on the backlight compensation to improve the image quality
when you have a scene where the background has a high
illumination level (for instance when you are sitting in front of a
bright light).

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-Camera control
Item Description
When resolution is set to 352x288, 320x240, 176x144 and
160x120, you can execute zoom in/out picture function.
Here, the focus option is to turn on and off the infrared LED light
so you can video chat in a low-light environment.

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2. Picture Mode
Take a picture right away and share with your friends.
Item Mode Description
Shot Still image capture mode.
Multi-Snapshot Capture continuous still images based
on multi-snapshot number.
Mail Send photo by email.