Iluv iCM10, iCM15, iCM20 Instruction Manual
Model : iCM10 / iCM15 / iCM20
Instruction Manual
Mini Webcam for Laptop
English
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the iCM10 / iCM15 / iCM20. Unpack the unit and make sure all accessories are
put aside so they will not be lost.
Clip-Style Webcam
· High quality 1.3 megapixel (iCM10/15), 3.0 megapixel (iCM20)sensor resolution webcam for laptop
or desktop
· Universal Laptop clip for easy mount on a laptop
· Ideal for video chatting, recording or taking a snap-shot
· VoIP call / chat with high quality built-in microphone via Skype, Google, MSN, Yahoo, etc.
· Supports USB 2.0
· Sliding lens cover to insure privacy and spy prevention
· Automatic white balance for clear exposure
· A selection of special visual eects for fun and creative video chats
· Automatic face tracking for more free movement by the user
· Plug and play for self installation
In-ear earphones with remote and mic. (included in iCM15 only)
· Built-in mic for private listening and talking
· Control your music from iTunes with in-line remote on recent Mac computers
· Y-adapter cable to use microphone with PC
What’s Included
· Instruction Manual/Software CD
· Y-adapter cable (iCM 15 only)
· In-ear earphones with remote mic (iCM15 only)
· USB cable
· Quick connection Guide
· Warranty Card
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INTRODUCTION
GETTING STARTED
Location of Controls
System Requirements
Installation
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
Viewing Images
Camera Settings
Light Sources
Audio Source and Settings
Using Internet Messenger Downloads
Maintenance Tips
WEB CHATTING AND SPECIAL EFFECTS GUIDE
Installing the Special Eects Software
Instant Messenger Setting
Using the Special Eects and other Features
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
USER SAFETY GUIDE
SPECIFICATIONS
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1. LED power indicator
2. Clip for PC or laptop
3. Camera lens
4. Microphone
5. Sliding cover
Location of Controls on the Main Unit
GETTING STARTED
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System Requirements
· Intel Pentium 4 (2.0GHz or higher)
· Microsoft Windows XP / Vista / 7 (32bit, 64bit)
· Mac OS X 10.4 or later
· 1GB RAM
· 160MB hard disk space (260MB recommended)
· CD-ROM drive
· One available USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)
· Internet connection for Web chatting
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2. Webcam is plug and play, therefore software
installation is only neccessory for use of
ManyCam special eects. Insert the installation
CD into your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive and
Install the software according to the screen
prompts. If prompted to do so, restart your
computer after installation.
GETTING STARTED
Installation
1. Plug the Webcam into the
USB port on your PC or
notebook computer. Live
pictures will begin to be shown
in the view window.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
After you have installed your USB Web Camera, use the image editing or video software to ensure
everything is properly set up.
For Windows XP / Vista / 7 users:
1. Click on the Start menu button.
2. Click on the All Programs menu item.
3. Click on iCM10, iCM15 or iCM20 Amcap.
4. From the menu bar, choose Capture Start Capture.
Viewing Images
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OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
Video Format
The Video Format dialog box in instant messenger applications allows you to control the size and
color of the image provided by your camera. The following dialog box will appear when you select
Options Video Capture Pin from within Amcap. Please note, other graphic applications should
also have a settings window with similar controls.
Camera Settings
Note: In most cases, in order to change video settings in instant messenger applications, it is
necessary to nd a Webcam Setup under Options in an instant messenger application. Please
refer to the website of your chosen application provider for detailed information.
Items in the above Video Format window are described as:
· Frame Rate – this setting controls the frame rate of the image or video. The higher the frame
rate, the larger the le size.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
Special Eects and Frames
This webcam includes special eects software to add creativity to Internet chatting and video
recordings. See the Web Chatting and Special Eects Guide at the end of this manual for detailed
instructions for this feature.
Camera Settings - continued
· Color Space/ Compression – this setting controls how many colors will be shown. The higher
the number, the more colors that can be shown. High pixel depth allows your videos and
images to show realistic colors. Various color formats can be selected, but 24-bit RGB color is
recommended unless your PC can display only 256 colors. As with resolution, the higher the
pixel depth, the more data the video or image will contain.
· Output Size – this setting controls the size of the image or video that will be shown by the
software. Larger images contain more data, so the frame rate might be slower than for smaller
resolutions.
Video Source or Video Settings
The video source dialog box allows you to control the image quality provided by your camera.
In Amcap, click on Options Video Capture Filter or Properties for the Instant Messenger
application to have a window similar to the one shown below.
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