Genius SLIM 311R User manual

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Table of Contents
Slim 311R Features 1
Installing the Slim 311R 2-3
About Genius Application-WebCAM Mate 4
1. Main Menu 5-10
2. Picture Mode 11-13
3. Video Mode 14-16
4. Security Mode 14-18
Using MSN Messenger,Yahoo Messenger,AOL 18-20
CrazyTalk Avatar Creator 20-42
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 Slim 311R is designed as an all-hours web camera. The
red-infrared technology allows you to video chat in a low-light
environment. If you want to chat with a family member or a
friend late in the evening, and don’t want to disturb anyone,
then the Slim 311R is the ideal web camera for those who like
to stay up late.
1.SnapShot Button
You can press the snapshot button to
take still images.
2.Lens
Adjust the focus by twisting the lens.
3.Red-Infrared light
The red-infrared allows you to video
chat in a low-light environment.
4.Microphone
5.Swivel and Clipping Base
The adjustable clipping base fits easily
to almost anything - notebook panel,
CRT, and LCD monitors.
Slim 311R 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 311R driver Windows Vista/XP/2000/Me/98SE
Environment
a. Insert the Slim 311R Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive.
b. The Autorun screen will bring up the installation screen. Click on
“Windows 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 311R’s USB cable to your desktop or laptop USB
port.
4. Restart your computer after all the applications have been
installed.
Installing the Slim 311R

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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 311R
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 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 available in windows Vista/XP/2000/Me/98SE
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
I240: 1280x1024 (*), 1024x768 (*),
800x600 (*), 640x480, 352x288,
320x240, 176x144, 160x120
Property page Preference setting to view your setting
and properties.
Exit Exit the Genius UI.
Remark:
* This resolution is by software interpolation.

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-Property page
Settings
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.
You may adjust values toward image appearance. Before
adjusting values, you have to unclick “Auto” to unlock.
-Press “Reset” to return to the manufacturer’s settings.
-Press “Restore” to return to the previous settings.
-Press “Save” to save the values you set up.
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”.
Activates the red-infrared light to show images in low-light
environments.

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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.