Genius SLIM 1320 User manual

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Table of Contents
Slim 1320 Features 1
Installing the Slim 1320 2-3
About Genius Application-WebCAM Mate 4
1. Main Menu 5-11
2. Picture Mode 12-14
3. Video Mode 15-16
4. Security Mode 16-19
Using MSN Messenger,Yahoo Messenger,AOL 19-21
CrazyTalk Avatar Creator 21-43
CrazyTalk CamSuite 44-70
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.
Slim 1320 provide Mega-Pixel High-Definition video. Slim 1320
also feature low-noise CMOS imaging technology that
achieves superior signal-to-noise ratio and low-light sensitivity,
lets you enjoy the clarity of web video.
1.SnapShot Button
You can press the snapshot button to
take still images.
2.Lens
Adjust the focus by twisting the lens.
3.LED Indicator
Slim 1320 is connected to the
computer's USB port and 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.
Slim 1320 Features

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You need to install device drivers and applications before using your
webcam.
Do not connect your webcam to your computer before
installing the drivers.
1. Installing the Slim 1320 driver Windows Vista/XP/2000/Me/98SE
Environment
a. Insert the Slim 1320 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 didn’t have it on your system or
the version was older.
NOTE
If the Autorun screen doesn’t start, please 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 Slim 1320’s USB cable to your desktop or laptop USB
port.
4. Restart your computer after all the applications have been
installed.
Installing the Slim 1320

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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.
NOTE
The web camera can work properly with any video chat software that
supports a video feature.
6. Position Camera
Place the camera in the middle of your computer monitor for optimal
eye contact. The camera can pivot vertically or horizontally, allowing
you to find the best position.
Free angle clipper, fits on any screen
ForLCDPanel ForNotebook Desktop
NOTE
To remove the driver installation in Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP/Vista
Environment:
Please go to the taskbar and follow “Start ÆProgram ÆSlim 1320 ÆClick
“Uninstall”, then follow the on-screen instructions to remove the driver.

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You can use Genius WebCAM Mate software to capture the real-time image,
record or execute the simply security function.
To run the Genius WebCAM Mate software, please go to the task bar and
follow “Start”( Click “Program”( Choose “Slim 1320”( Click “Slim 1320”. Or
you may execute the software by simply clicking the shortcut of “Slim 1320”.
NOTE
After installing the driver of Slim 1320, the system will automatically
create a file (C:\WINDOWS\Album or C:\WINNT\Album)to save the
images you take using the Genius Application.
About Genius Application-WebCAM Mate

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1. Main Menu
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.

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Item Mode Description
Resolution
Selection
Resolution selections according to
device.
RGB24: 1280x1024, 1024x768,
800x600, 640x480, 352x288, 320x240,
176x144, 160x120 pixels
I240: 1280x1024, 1024x768, 800x600,
640x480, 352x288, 320x240, 176x144,
160x120 pixels
Property page Preference setting to view your setting
and properties.
Exit Exit the Genius UI.

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Property page
Setting
Item Description
-You can flip the image horizontally or vertically by choosing
“Image Mirror” or “Image Flip”.
-When the light is not sufficient, you may click on “Low Light”
to get a clear image.

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Item Description
You can adjust different values for different circumstances and
environment
When you want a still image capture, you can drag the bar to
select a resolution you want.
-VGA: 640 x 480;
-SVGA: 800 x 600
-XGA: 1024 x 768
-SXGA1280 x 960
You may adjust values toward image appearance. Before
adjusting values, you have to unclick “Auto” to unlock.
-Press “Reset” to return to the default settings.
-Press “Restore” to return to the previous settings.
Select the correct frequency according to the country where you
are using the web camera. (Before doing this, you will need to
select “Indoor”.)
-If your web camera is located in backlight position, you may
click “Backlight compensation” to get a sharper image.
-You can have a black-and-white photo effect by clicking on
“B/W Mode”.

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Effect
Item Description
There will be 26 different kinds of video effects/frames for you to
select. The effects can also be applied to the video chat software,
like MSN Messenger.
You can directly connect to this effect page from the web camera
settings in the video chat software.

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Item Description
Besides the 26 kinds of video effects/frames in section 1, you also
can bring in your customized frame. Please note that, in the
customized frame, you must have the color in Pantone number
255 in the area, where you want your image show up.

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Zoom
Item Description
In this section, you can enable the “Zoom” function. Please
select “Enable Zoom” before zooming.
-Scroll the bar to zoom in or zoom out
-Press the 4-direction button to move the image upward,
downward, leftward, and rightward.
When you are watching the display, your face should appear in
the acquired image. In an auto stereoscopic display, the image
will auto digital zoom.

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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.
Adding Frame Select photo frame to add inside still

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Item Mode Description
image. (*)
Face Tracking
Click this button, and the screen will
auto appear in the center of the frame.
When you are watching the display,
your face should appear in the acquired
image. In an auto stereoscopic display,
the image will auto digital zoom.
Rotate Rotate still image 45 degrees counter-
clockwise. (*)
Center Rotate still image to center. (*)
Rotate Rotate still image 45 degrees
anti-clockwise. (*)
Multi-shot
number Select multi-shot number from 2 to 10.
Full Screen
Mode
Display your web camera over the
entire screen. Press ESC to exit full
screen mode or click left mouse to
return to normal mode.
Refresh
Device Refresh web camera.

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Item Mode Description
Delete File Delete the selected files.
Rotate Image Rotate the selected image file 90
degrees in title list display.
Email file Attach the selected image file to an
email.
Print Picture Print the selected image file.
Remark:
* This function must use the resolution of 640x480 or 320x240. Please make
sure the resolution is correct before executing this function.

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3. Video Mode
You can record real-time video in this section.
Item Mode Description
Recording
Start/Stop
To begin recording video from your web
camera. Click to stop recording
video.

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Item Mode Description
Audio Setting
Setting the audio device.
Recording
time display
Displays recording time.
“00:00:00” mean hours, minutes,
seconds.
4. Security Mode
Using motion detection function, it records any movements that appear
in front of your monitor automatically. It can also record anytime until
the HD is full. If there’s no movement, it will shut down automatically
after four seconds or otherwise it will be active when detecting new
movement.

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Item Mode Description
Recording
Start/Stop
To begin recording monitor video from
your web camera. Click to stop
recording video.
Audio
Setting Setting the audio device.

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Item Mode Description
Schedule
Recording
Set up time for the security monitoring
system.
Email Alert
When this button is enabled, it will send
out an email if an alert happens during
recording.

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Item Mode Description
Sensitive
adjustable
Set up the degree of variance for every
second of recording video. When the
differences are over the setup degree,
the system will alert you.
Warning
sound
selection
Set up the different alerting sound
effects.
Recording
time
display
Displays monitor recording time.
“00:00:00” mean hours, minutes,
seconds.
MSN Messenger
a. For live video function, you’ll need MSN Messenger version 6 or
later. If you don’t have it, please 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
Using MSN Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, AOL