Genius EYE 312S User Manual

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Eye 312S Features
Set up the device
Using Instant Messenger Application
CrazyTalk CamSuite PRO
CrazyTalk CamSuite PRO with IM Application
Trouble shooting for web camera

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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:
z This product is designated for separate collection at an a ppropriate

collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

z For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge

of waste management.

Eye 312S Features

Add live video to your instant messaging!

Turn your PC into a live broadcast hub with Eye 312S. It works with windows
7, Vista, XP, and 2000. 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 Eye 312S 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.

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Set up the Device

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.

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nstalling the Eye 312S driver in Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000

a. Insert the Eye 312S 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:

z Click on “Start Menu”
z Type 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 Eye 312S’s USB cable to your desktop or laptop USB

port.

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Now restart your computer after you have installed all the
applications and connected the web cam.

5. The software and hardware installation is now com plete. You can

install the software you would like to use for video conferencing
or chat with your friends.

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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 7/Vista/XP/2000.

Go to the taskbar and follow “Start Æ Program Æ Eye 312S
Æ Click “Uninstall”, then follow the on-screen instructions to remove the
driver.

Using Inst ant Messenger Ap plication

 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

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 Y ahoo 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

to download.

Webcam”.

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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

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 inform ation, refer to the website at

http://www.aim.com

and finish the registration, if you don’t have it.

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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Using CrazyT alk Cam Suite PRO

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.

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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 whi l e 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 7/Vista/XP/2000
Instant Messenger Such as Skype for Windows v3.0 or above
DirectX DirectX 9 or above

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