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Instruction Manual
Model Pictured
MiniVID WiFi Eyepiece Camera
(MVC-U5MP-WiFi)
General Precautions and Maintenance
Treat your MiniVID as you would any high-quality electronic device. Handle it with care, and do not expose it to moisture or extreme temperatures.
Do not touch the chip inside the camera. If you see spots on the screen, there is likely dust on the chip. This can be
cleaned by blowing canned air into the camera.
MiniVID WiFi
Please do not attempt to open camera case. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
USB Conflicts: When there are a number of devices installed at the same time, unexpected errors can arise. The cause
can be insufficient USB bandwidth or too much combined current being drawn by USB devices. To test these conditions you should uninstall and unplug as many other USB devices as possible.
Image viewing problems: If you see only a black screen, ensure that the trinocular port is opened on the microscope.
Point the camera towards a window to confirm that the camera is functioning – light should appear on the screen
(though it will not focus when not installed on a microscope).
Computer does not recognize device: Make sure you have plugged into a USB 2.0 port. Always try to use the same
port each time; otherwise the computer will see the camera as a new device when plugged into a new port. If this
happens, just follow the wizard again and the camera will work on the new port as well.
Slow frame rate or frozen screen: Select smaller resolution settings. Depending on the age of the computer, the video
driver may not support the maximum resolution and speed performance capable by the MiniVID camera.
Specifications
Model: MVC-U5MP-WiFi
Hardware Configuration:
Image Sensor 1/2” color CMOS chip – 5MP
Frame Rate Fast frame rates ensure smooth motion for fast moving specimens or live teaching.
When connecting to PC using USB cable, maximum frame rates are:
- 640x840@40fps
- 2592x1944@15fps
When using WiFi, maximum frame rates are:
- 640x840@30fps
- 2592x1944@5fps
Image Capture Capabilities Capture live-streaming video clips on any device
Capture high-res images in BMP, JPG, PNG formats
System Requirement iOS6 or higher
Android 3.0 or higher
Microsoft XP/7/8 (32 & 64 bit)
Software Download the free “Ucam” app
Includes CD with software for PC
Mounting Requirements Standard trinocular c-mount (threaded) or insert into eyetube with optional adapter
Not all features available on all models
see back page for model specifications.
The MiniVID WiFi 5MP camera is an incredible new addition to our camera line. It can be mounted to nearly any brand or
type of microscope with trinocular C-mount, or inserted into one eye-tube of a binocular head using the optional eyetube
adapter. Connect to any iOS device (iPhone/iPad) or Android phone/tablet through the “Ucam” app. Additionally, the
MiniVID WiFi can be utilized with the included software for all PCs. The MiniVID WiFi has many different applications, but is best
suited for teaching, training, and educating clients, and students.
Unpacking and Setup
The MiniVID WiFi comes delivered in a box with the following parts. If any parts are missing, please contact your distributor or LW Scientific.
1-MiniVID WiFi Camera Body: for use on C-mount trinocular
3-Camera Alignment Screws: Not necessary. Camera is pre-aligned
1-CD with MicroCam software: for use on PC – not MAC
1-USB Cable
1-USB Charging Block
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Optional Accessory
Optical Eyetube Adapter:
For use with monocular or binocular microscopes (to
mount into a standard 23mm eyetube in place of the
eyepiece)
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Optional Eyetube Optical Adapter
WiFi Use with Smart Phone or Tablet
Camera Features
WiFi Connection Indicator
LED Indicator Lights:
Battery Indicator:
- Green = Battery is fully charged
- Yellow = Battery is 50% charged
- Red = Camera should be charged immediately
WiFi Indicator
- A green light will flash when the camera is now sending out the WiFi signal.
Micro USB to USB Interface:
Exposure -
Zoom Out
Battery Indicator
WiFi Mode
Power Off
Auto Exposure
Zoom In
Exposure +
Battery Charging Indicator
USB Mode
WiFi Antenna
Click on the ‘?’ to access
the instruction page for
using the Ucam software.
Go to the App store and
download the Ucam app.
Flip switch on the camera
to the WiFi setting. Within
10 seconds, the green WiFi
indicator will begin flashing.
Go to ‘Settings’ in your
phone or tablet and
select VideoWiFi-######.
(Every camera will have a
unique six digit identifying
number.)
Access code needed for
first time set-up: 12345678
Connecting to PC with USB Cable
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Insert the included CD into your disc tray (or download the software online at www.lwscientific.com/collections/minivid/products/minivid-wifi-camera). Once disc is accessed, open and install the file labeled “Video Capture Install Ver1.0.”
This is the software that controls the MiniVID WiFi on your personal computer.
Charge your battery by plugging your USB cable into the micro USB port, then into the charging block or PC.
Quick Start Guide
Make sure your camera is fully charged by plugging the camera in with the USB Cable and USB charging block. The
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camera can be used in WiFi mode on battery power for 2+ hours, or you can leave the camera plugged into the charger for extended use. When the camera is connected to a PC with the USB cable, it will receive power from the computer and will remain fully charged.
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Remove the cap from the bottom of the camera, and then carefully remove the plastic film coving the chip by pulling
the red tab. (May need tweezers or needle nose pliers.) To keep the chip as clean as possible, be careful not to touch
the camera chip, and do not leave it exposed.
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C-mount Trinocular Installation: The MiniVID can be thread-mounted onto any trinocular microscope with a C-mount
threading on top. Once the camera is mounted on the trinocular pipe of the microscope, check for “parfocality.” The
trinocular pipe should have an up/down height adjustment which allows the camera to be made “parfocal” with the
view through the binocular tubes. Check your microscope manual for instructions for this adjustment.
If you do not have a trinocular C-mount, and you have purchased the optional eyetube adapter:
Remove caps from both ends of the eyetube adapter, and screw the adapter all the way onto c-mount connection of
the camera. Remove an eyepiece from the microscope, and insert the MiniVID into the eyetube. (Optional 30mm or
30.5mm eyetube adapter may be needed for larger eyetubes.)
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Set the MiniVID WiFi to USB mode, and then, using the included USB cable, connect the product to your PC. The Camera’s
plug and play drivers will allow Windows to automatically install the product’s drivers.
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Once Windows has finished installing the camera, open the Video Capture software (by default, the installer will create a
shortcut on your desktop entitled “Video Capture”).
When the software is open, click on the blank drop down box at the top of the screen and select “Microscope” or “USB
Video Device” from the list of options. Your camera is now ready to use.
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For detailed operation instructions, open the CD and click on the User Manual or go to the Help section in the MicroCam
software.
White Balance Instructions:
Your MiniVID WiFi camera is set to automatically white balance after a few seconds of running. Therefore, you should not
have to manually adjust the white balance. However, if you find the camera’s image is inconsistent with what you see
through your eyepieces, even after the auto-adjustment, turn your Microscope’s light to full brightness, and place a white
sheet of paper beneath your 4x or 10x objectives for a few seconds. This action will reset the camera’s white balance,
ensuring that the auto-balance works properly and your camera provides the most accurate color rendering.
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