SWEEX WC003V3 - QUICK_START_GUIDE Reference manual

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WC003V3 - Sweex Foldable Webcam
Introduction
• Do not expose the Sweex Foldable Webcam to extreme temperatures. Do not place the device in direct sunlight or in the direct vicinity of heating
elements.
• Do not use the Sweex Foldable Webcam in extremely dusty or moist surroundings.
• Protect the device against powerful shocks or jolts – they may damage the internal electronics.
• Never attempt to open the device yourself – it will cause the warranty to lapse.
Important!
Install the driver prior to connecting the Sweex Foldable Webcam!
Software installation under Windows XP + Vista
We advise you to ensure the operating system is up-to-date before starting the installation. This is easy to check by starting up Internet Explorer and
selecting the option “Windows Update” in the “Extra” menu.
Insert the Sweex CD-ROM in the CD-ROM player. The autorun menu will start automatically.
In this menu, select “Drivers Windows 98SE, 2000, XP and Vista”
In the event that the autorun menu does not appear, the driver installation process can also be started manually. In order to do this, open “My
computer” and go to X:\driver\ (X being the letter of your CD-ROM drive). Here you can find the ‘WC003V3_driv_xp_vista…’ file. Double-click this
file and follow the instructions.
The following screen appears:
Click “Next”.

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Click “Finish” to complete the installation process for the driver. Now restart the computer. Connect the Sweex webcam once the computer has been restarted.
Windows will automatically install the Sweex Webcam. After this installation, the webcam is ready for use.
Software installation under Windows Vista
Under Windows Vista, the following screen will appear:
Click “Locate and install driver software (recommended)”. The installation will now continue automatically.

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Viewing the webcam picture
The picture of the Sweex webcam can be viewed as follows:
Via START go to “All Programs” and select the option “AmCap” under “Sweex Foldable Webcam”.
In AmCap, open the “Devices” tab. Make sure to select the correct webcam: “SoC PC-Camera”.
In AmCap, open the “Options” menu. Select “Preview”. This option enables you to view the picture.
In the same menu, the “Video Capture Filter…” and “Video Capture Pin…” options enable you to change the settings of the webcam.
Snapshot button
The Sweex webcam features a ‘snapshot button’. Having viewed the image of the webcam by means of AmCap or another programme, a photo can
be taken by pressing this button. The installation is activated after the computer is restarted. The button can be found on top of the webcam.
LED lighting
The Sweex webcam contains 6 white LEDs. This enables you to video and voice chat, even in dark surroundings. The intensity of the LEDs can
be regulated by means of a regulator integrated in the cord. By turning it either to the left or right the LEDS can be turned off or intensified to
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Focus ring
The picture of the Sweex Webcam can be brought into focus manually by means of the focus ring. The focus ring is a rotating wheel around the lens
at the front of the camera. By turning it either to the left or right, the picture can be brought into focus.
Warranty
All Sweex products are warranted for three years. We do not grant support or warranties for any software and/or (rechargeable) batteries included.
Settlement of guarantee only takes place via the dealer where you have purchased the product in question.
The rightful owner has and retains title to all brand names and related rights mentioned in this manual.