Sony CMR-PC1 USB User Manual
USB Camera
3-065-554-13(1)
Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi
Bedienung sanleitung
Guía de instrucciones
Istruzioni per l’uso
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CMR-PC1 USB
2000 by Sony Corporation
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock,
do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified
For the Customers in Germany
Directive: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.92/
31/EEC
This equipment complies with the EMC
regulations when used under the following
circumstances:
• Residential area
• Business district
• Light-industry district
(This equipment complies with the EMC
standard regulations EN55022 Class B.)
personnel only.
• Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
• Licensed software from Luxxon Corporation is included in this package.
(Copyright 1999) All rights reserved
Luxxon Corporation
2055 Gateway Place, Suite 350
San Jose, CA 95110, USA
• Other system names and product names appearing in this document are generally registered
trademarks or trademarks of their manufacturers, although ™ and ® marks are not shown in
this document.
Before using this camera, please read the Software License Agreement that is printed in these
Operating Instructions.
❑ Copying all or part of the contents of the Operating Instructions or the software
supplied with this camera or renting the software without the permission of the
copyright holder is prohibited by copyright laws.
❑ Sony is not liable for damage or loss resulting from the use of the software supplied
with this camera, or for any claim from a third party.
❑ Sony assumes no responsibility aside from the replacement of the media due to
manufacturing fault.
❑ The software supplied with this camera must not be used with other devices than this
camera.
❑ Be sure to perform a test operation to confirm that images and sound are recorded
correctly.
❑ Sony shall not be liable for the loss of recorded contents resulting from any inability of
this camera or software to record images or sound.
❑ The software specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction..........................................................................4
System Requirements .........................................................4
Checking Kit Contents ........................................................4
Identifying the Parts ............................................................5
Required Settings Before You Can Use Your Camera .....6
Installing the Drivers, “Camera Setting Utility” and
“SONY USB CAMERA Viewer”................................ 6
Using Your Camera ...........................................................12
Connecting to a Notebook Computer .............................. 12
Connecting to a Desktop Computer................................. 13
Detaching the Camera...................................................... 13
Shooting With the Camera............................................... 14
Notes on Use......................................................................15
On placement ................................................................... 15
On operation .................................................................... 15
On transportation ............................................................. 15
On the lens ....................................................................... 15
On discs ........................................................................... 15
Maintenance.......................................................................16
Cleaning the camera ........................................................ 16
Cleaning the lens ............................................................. 16
Cleaning discs.................................................................. 16
Main Specifications ...........................................................17
Troubleshooting ................................................................18
SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT ...............................21
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Introduction
With your camera you can shoot both video clips and still pictures.
Recorded moving pictures can be sent as video mail, or still pictures
can be included in reports* on meetings in order to convey the
atmosphere of the meeting, etc.
* Smart Write must be installed.
System Requirements
The following system requirements must be met in order to use this
camera.
❑ CPU: Pentium MMX 200 MHz or faster. (Celeron 533 MHz or
faster is recommended.)
❑ OS: Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000 Professional or
Windows Millennium Edition
❑ RAM: 64 MB or more.
❑ Free hard disk storage space: 210 MB or more.
Checking Kit Contents
When unpacking, check that the following contents are supplied with
your camera.
Should anything be missing, please contact your Sony dealer.
• USB camera (CMR-PC1 USB) with USB interface cable
• Install disc (CD-ROM × 1) with drivers, bundled software, and a
software manual (PDF)
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• USB camera “Operating Instructions” (this manual)
• Quick Start
• Pouch
• Camera monitor mount
• Microphone
• Warranty card
Identifying the Parts
Front
Rear
CAPTURE button
Focus ring
Lens
Arm plate
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Required Settings Before You Can Use Your Camera
Using the supplied install disc, you must first install the necessary
drivers and software on the computer.
Installing the Drivers, “Camera Setting Utility” and “SONY USB CAMERA Viewer”
This section describes the procedures for installing the drivers required
to connect your camera and the “Camera Setting Utility” software used
for setting your camera and the “SONY USB CAMERA Viewer”
software used for testing any of the camera’s functions.
Your camera is designed specially for use with computers with
preinstalled versions of Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000
Professional or Windows Millennium Edition. It cannot be used with
other computers.
1 Turn on the computer without the camera being connected.
2 Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
3 Click the [Start] button, and then select [Run] to continue.
4 Type “d:\Drivers\USBCam\setup.exe”, where “d:\” is the drive
letter of your CD-ROM drive; then click [OK] to start the “SONY
USB CAMERA Drivers and Viewer” installation program.
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5 When “SONY USB CAMERA Installer Setup Wizard” window
appears, select [Next] to continue.
6 At this point you can select the folder for installation. Enter the
name of the folder in which you want to install the programs, or
click [Browse] to continue (installation in “C:\Program
Files\SONYUSB Camera\” is recommended). Then select [Next]
to continue.
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7 The installation program asks for confirmation of the installation.
If it is all right to start the installation, select [Next] to continue.
8 Now the “SONY USB CAMERA Drivers and Viewer” program
has been installed. Click [Close] to close and exit the installation
program.
9 Restart the computer.
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Connect the camera to the computer.
For details, see “Connecting to a Notebook Computer” (page 12),
or “Connecting to a Desktop Computer” (page 13).
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If the “Add New Hardware Wizard” dialog box appears
when you connect your camera
If this happens, install drivers as follows:
1 The “Add New Hardware Wizard” searches for new drivers for the
USB Composite Device.
Click [Next].
2 Select “Search for the best drive for your device” and click [Next].
3 Insert the Sony USB Camera CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
4 Select “Specify a location” and type “d:\Win98\Drivers” where
“d:\” is the drive letter for your CD-ROM drive, then click [Next].
Windows starts installing the drivers.
5 “SONY USB CAMERA Video Capture Device” appears in the
“Add New Hardware Wizard” dialog.
Click [Finish].
6 If driver installation was successful, “SONY USB CAMERA
Video Capture Device” is displayed under “System Properties” “Device Manager” - “Imaging Device”.
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Uninstalling the Drivers, “Camera Setting Utility” and
“SONY USB CAMERA Viewer”
If installation of the drivers fails, use the following procedure to
uninstall the drivers. Then perform the installation procedure again.
Note
First close down the software to be used with the camera.
1 Disconnect your camera from the computer.
2 Click the [Start] button on the task bar, point to [Setting], and then
click [Control Panel].
The “Control Panel” appears.
3 Double-click [Add/Remove Programs] in the “Control Panel”.
The “Add/Remove Programs” dialog box appears.
4 Click the [Install/Uninstall] tab.
5 Click [SONY USB CAMERA Installer] in the “application list” to
highlight the item.
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6 Click [Add/Remove].
The uninstaller starts up, and “SONY USB CAMERA Installer”
appears.
7 Choose “Remove SONY USB CAMERA Installer,” and then click
[Finish].
The programs and files related to the “SONY USB CAMERA
Installer” are removed.
8 Click [Close].
9 Restart the computer.
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Using Y our Camera
This section describes how to attach your camera to the computer and
how to handle your camera.
Note
• Do not connect or disconnect the camera’s USB cable during startup or shut down of
Windows. This could cause your camera or computer to malfunction.
• Do not connect or disconnect the camera’s USB cable during startup or shut down of
software used with the camera. This could result in unstable operation of the computer.
Connecting to a Notebook Computer
Attach your camera to the notebook computer, and then connect the
USB cable to the USB connector on the notebook computer.
Extend the arm plate by hand and hook the camera onto the display panel as shown in the
figure below.
Arm plate
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You can connect or disconnect your camera to or from the computer
while the computer is powered on. For details on the location of the
USB connector, please see the instruction manual for the notebook
computer.
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Connecting to a Desktop Computer
Connect the USB cable from your camera to the USB connector on the
desktop computer.
You can connect or disconnect your camera to or from the desktop
computer while the computer is powered on. For details on the location
of the USB connector, please see the instruction manual for the
desktop computer.
Detaching the Camera
Note
• If you detach your camera while the computer is powered on, be sure to perform the
following procedures. If this is not performed correctly, there is a risk that the
computer may fail to operate correctly.
• When you detach the camera while the computer power is off, step 1 is not required.
However, when the USB cable is disconnected with the computer in the power saving
mode, the system may not recognize the camera if the USB cable is plugged in again.
1 Close the software used with your camera.
2 Unplug the USB cable.
Note
• Unplugging by grasping a part of the cable may result in damage.
Be sure to hold the connector section when unplugging.
• When removing your camera from the attachment adapter, widen the arm plate using
your fingers while detaching the camera.
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Shooting With the Camera
Application software is used to shoot pictures. Be sure to install the
application software in advance.
1 Connect your camera.
You can connect or disconnect your camera to and from the
computer while the computer is powered on. For details, see
“Connecting to a Notebook Computer” (page 12) or “Connecting
to a Desktop Computer” (page 13).
2 Start the application software.
3 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.
4 Press the CAPTURE button to shoot pictures.
In addition to attaching the camera to the computer, you can also
use it held in hand as shown in the figure to shoot from various
angles.
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• When shooting still pictures, you can confirm the picture before actually capturing it
by pushing the CAPTURE button half way in.
• Whether or not still pictures can be shot, depends on the application software.
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Notes on Use
On placement
During use or storage, do not place your
camera in the following places. It may
result in malfunction.
• Places where the temperature
becomes excessively high.
Do not leave your camera in a car
parked in direct sunlight. This could
result in deformation and damage.
• In direct sunlight or near heat sources
This could result in deformation and
damage.
• Dusty locations, beaches or other
places with much sand or dust.
When using your camera on a sandy
beach or dusty location, be sure that
the camera is not exposed to sand or
dust. Sand or dust may cause the
camera to malfunction and sometimes
the malfunction cannot be repaired.
• Do not point the lens directly at the
sun.
The lens may be damaged and image
burn-in, etc. may result. Be careful
when placing the camera under
sunlight or by a window.
• Keep the unit away from strong
magnetic fields. Recording may not
perform normally.
immediately after it is brought from a
cold to a warm location, or if the
temperature of the room is raised
rapidly. Moisture may condense
inside the camera. Wait a while
before using the camera.
On transportation
Retain the shipping box. It may come in
handy if the camera has to be
transported in the future.
On the lens
Do not touch the lens of the camera.
On discs
Observe the following precautions to
protect the data recorded on discs.
• Do not affix paper, etc. to the disc,
and do not scratch the disc.
• Do not touch the side of the disc with
recorded data (playback side).
On operation
• Do not disconnect the camera’s USB
cable while the application is in
operation. This may result in
malfunction.
• Do not place objects on top of your
camera.
• Avoid exposure to rapid temperature
fluctuations. Do not use your camera
• Do not store a disc where it is subject
to excessive dust, direct sunlight, high
humidity, or near heat sources.
• Do not spill liquids on the disc.
• To protect valuable data, always
place the disc in its case for storage.
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Maintenance
Cleaning the camera
Wipe with a dry soft cloth. If very dirty,
use a soft cloth slightly moistened with
a mild detergent solution. Do not use
thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. as these
can damage the finish of the camera.
Cleaning the lens
Clean the lens surface with a blower
brush or a soft brush to remove dust. If
very dirty, use a commercially available
lens cleaning cloth.
Cleaning discs
• Fingerprints and dust on the surface
of a disc may cause read errors.
Always retain discs in clean
condition.
• For normal cleaning, hold the disc by
its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe
the surface from the centre out.
• If the disc is very dirty, moisten a soft
cloth with water, wring it out well,
and use it to wipe the surface of the
disc from the center out. Wipe off any
remaining moisture with a dry soft
cloth.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine,
thinner, commercially available
cleaners or anti-static spray, as they
may cause damage to the disc.
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Main Specifications
USB Camera
350,000 pixels (310,000 effective
pixels)
Image device
1/6” CCD (Charge Coupled Device),
350,000 pixels
Lens
2 groups with 2 lenses, F2.8
Focal distance f = 2.8 mm
(f = 40 mm, when converted into a 35
mm still camera)
White balance
Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/Hold
Shutter speed
Auto/Fixed/Hold
Video capture formats/sizes
YUY2/RGB 24 bits/UYVY
40 × 30, 80 × 60, 160 × 120, 320 × 240,
640 × 480
Display frame rate
Max. 30 frames/sec.*
(40 × 30, 80 × 60, 160 × 120, 320 ×
240, 640 × 480)
* Differs with the computer
specifications and application usage
conditions.
Power consumption
Approx. 1 W
External dimensions (W/H/D)
Approx. 1.4 × 2.6 × 1 in
36 × 67 × 25 mm
Cable length
About 27.6 in
70 cm
Mass
Approx. 45 g (main unit only)
Operating Conditions/Storage
Conditions
Operating temperature:
41°F to 95°F (temperature gradient
18°F/h or lower)
5°C to 35°C (temperature gradient
10°C/h or lower)
Operating humidity:
20% to 80% RH (no condensation).
However, the relative humidity at 95°F/
35°C should be 65% or lower (wet-bulb
temperature 84°F/29°C or lower)
Storage temperature:
-4°F to 140°F (temperature gradient
18°F/h or lower)
-20°C to 60°C (temperature gradient
10°C/h or lower)
Storage humidity:
10% to 90% RH (no condensation).
However, the relative humidity at
140°F/60°C should be 20% or lower
(wet-bulb temperature 95°F/35°C or
lower)
Supplied Accessories
• Install disc (CD-ROM × 1) with
drivers, bundled software, and a
software manual (PDF)
• USB camera “Operating Instructions”
(this manual)
• Quick Start
• Pouch
• Camera monitor mount
• Microphone
• Warranty card
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
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Troubleshooting
Please use the following checklist for troubleshooting before consulting your dealer.
Should any problem persist, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Symptom Cause/Remedy
The computer does not
recognize my camera.
• The USB cable is not connected correctly.
t After closing any running software, connect the cable
correctly.
• Driver was not installed correctly.
t Once uninstall the driver, reboot the computer and then
attempt to install the driver again. (See page 10.)
If this fails, perform the following steps.
1 Connect your camera to the computer.
If the “Add New Hardware Wizard” appears, click [Cancel].
2 With your camera connected, click the [Start] button in the task
bar, point to [Setting], and then click [Control Panel].
The “Control Panel” appears.
3 Double-click [System].
“System Properties” appears.
4 Click the [Device Manager] tab to display the device list.
5 If any of the following items is displayed among the following
devices, delete the item.
- [USB Audio Device] in [Sound, video and game controllers]
- [Unknown device] or [Composite USB Device] in [Other
devices]
- [USB compatible device] in [Universal serial bus controller]
6 Disconnect your camera from the computer, and then restart the
computer.
7 Install the driver from the install disc, and then connect your
camera.
• OS used is not Windows98, Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000
Professional or Windows Millennium Edition.
t Use Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000
Professional, or Windows Millennium Edition.
• USB root hub is not recognized.
t Correctly install Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows
2000 Professional, or Windows Millennium Edition.
• USB can no longer be used.
t Confirm the computer’s system properties.
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Symptom Cause/Remedy
The computer does not
recognize my camera.
When shooting a bright
subject on a dark
background, the image on the
display shows vertical stripes
radiating from the subject.
The image shown in the
finder of commercially
available software, etc. is
grainy.
Still pictures or video clips
captured with your camera
appear grainy on the display.
When commercially available
application software is used
to capture moving pictures
from your camera, some
frames are lost and the sound
falls out.
Black images are captured
when moving pictures or still
pictures are captured.
The images from your
camera freeze for several
seconds.
The images from the camera
are not displayed.
• When your camera is connected via USB hub, sufficient
power is not supplied from the hub.
t
Use a USB hub capable of supplying 500 mA for each port.
This phenomenon is called “smear”. It is not a malfunction.
When a fast moving subject is shown in the finder, step-like
features in horizontal direction may appear, or horizontal stripes
may appear in moving parts. However this is not a malfunction.
• Images shot under fluorescent light may contain light
reflections.
• If the captured image contains dark parts, red or green noise
sometimes appears.
• The lens is dirty.
t Clean the lens.
• The lens is out of focus.
t Adjust the focus using the focus ring.
• When multiple applications are running, the processing
capacity of the computer may be exceeded. Close applications
not used.
• The computer’s power management function is activated.
t Check the CPU speed setting. For details on settings, see
the instruction manual for the computer.
Black images are captured temporarily during software startup
or immediately after the image size is changed.
t Capture the desired image after it is displayed.
In the following instances, the images may freeze for several
seconds. This is not a malfunction.
• When a keyboard short cut operation involving Fn keys is
performed.
• When the load on the CPU is heavy.
• Multiple application software programs for capturing images
are running simultaneously.
t Close all but one of the applications.
• Video memory has become insufficient due to the computer’s
image mode or number of colours, or as a result of other
circumstances.
t Lower the resolution or reduce the number of colours.
• If the images from the camera do not appear even after
performing the above steps, restart the computer.
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Symptom Cause/Remedy
After connecting the USB
cable, the “Add New
Hardware Wizard” appears.
The computer does not enter
the power saving mode, but
returns immediately, or the
operation of Windows
becomes unstable.
Even when the camera is in
use, the computer’s LCD
display becomes dark, and
the computer enters a power
saving mode, such as system
idle, suspend or hibernation.
The computer does not return
from the video standby mode.
• The device driver is not installed.
t Click [Cancel] of the [Add New Hardware Wizard], and then
remove the USB cable from the USB connector. Then install
the driver by following the procedure described in “Installing
the Drivers, “Camera Setting Utility” and “SONY USB
CAMERA Viewer”” (see page 6).
Close all software in use, and then restart the computer. If restart
fails, refer to the instruction manual for the computer and turn off
the power.
The power saving mode is entered even if a USB device is in use.
t If you are using a desktop computer, and timer settings, such
as system standby, have been made, set the timer to OFF
using [Power Management] in the [Control Panel].
t The power saving mode is released when you operate the
computer’s touch pad, mouse or keyboard.
The power saving mode is released when you operate the
computer’s touch pad, mouse or keyboard. For details, see the
instruction manual for the computer.
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Thank you for purchasing the Sony USB Camera CMR-PC1 USB. This camera comes with
the licensed software product described below. Please read the following Software License
Agreement before installing this software. By opening the software package and using this
software, you agree to the terms of the Software License Agreement.
SONY USB CAMERA Video Capture Driver
SONY USB CAMERA Viewer
SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
This is a legal agreement between you (hereafter referred to as the User) and
Sony Corporation (hereinafter referred to as Sony) pertaining to the right to use
the Driver Software program (hereafter referred to as the PROGRAM).
1. General rules
Sony grants the User the right to use the PROGRAM in the country where the User
purchased the PROGRAM. The User is not granted the exclusive right to use the
PROGRAM, and the User may not transfer the right to use the PROGRAM to anyone else.
2. Right of use
1. The right to use the PROGRAM granted to the User under this agreement applies only
to the User making the original purchase.
2. The User may not copy, update, add to, or modify the PROGRAM or any
accompanying documents, either in whole or in part. However, the User may make one
copy of the PROGRAM solely for backup.
3. The User may not delete or change the PROGRAM’s copyright notice. The User must
keep a record of the location in which the backup copy of the PROGRAM is stored.
3. Restriction on transfer of the PROGRAM
1. The User may not transfer the Right of Use described above to any third party nor allow
for any third party to use the PROGRAM unless the User obtains the advance written
permission of Sony.
2. The User may not export or transport the PROGRAM or documents accompanying the
PROGRAM from the country where the User purchased the PROGRAM to any other
country.
3. The User may not disassemble or de-compile the PROGRAM, or analyze the source
code of the PROGRAM.
4. Copyright
Copyright and all other rights relating to the PROGRAM and documents accompanying
the PROGRAM are owned by Sony or the original rightful person or organization
(hereafter referred to as the original rightful person) granting Sony the right to use the
PROGRAM. The User is granted no rights other than those specified in this agreement.
5. Exemption of responsibility
In no event shall Sony be liable for any damages whatsoever to the User or to any other
third party arising out of the use of or inability to use the PROGRAM.
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6. Warranty
1. Sony warrants the following for 30 days from the date Sony delivers the PROGRAM to
the User.
1 Sony will deliver a new package of the PROGRAM at the discretion of Sony if any
apparent defect is found in the disks of the PROGRAM.
2 The User shall pay the fee of the program media, shipment, and other expenses
required for delivering the new package described above.
3 Sony disclaims the above warranties if the PROGRAM has been used in a manner
other than that specified in this agreement or has been used in combination with
other programs.
2. Sony disclaims all other warranties with regard to the PROGRAM.
7. Liability to third parties
If any dispute relating to infringement of copyright, patent, or other intangible property
rights arises between the User and a third party as a consequence of use the PROGRAM,
the User shall settle the dispute at the User’s own expanse, and shall make no claim against
Sony or the original rightful person.
8. Protection of Confidentiality
The User shall protect the confidentiality of the PROGRAM, documents accompanying the
PROGRAM and the contents of this agreement, and shall not disclose or compromise such
confidentiality without approval of Sony.
9. Cancellation of agreement
1. The User may cancel this agreement at any time by taking the steps described in
Section 10 below.
2. Sony may cancel this agreement when
1 the User violates this agreement, or
2 the User has his property attached, is sequestered, or is subjected to other
compulsory proceedings. Sony may claim damages arising out of the above matter.
10.Cessation of use of the PROGRAM
If this agreement is canceled according to the above provisions, the User shall cease using
the PROGRAM and its copy and issue a document attesting to cessation of use to Sony
within 2 weeks from the date of cancellation of this agreement.
11.Others
If any doubt arises concerning matters that are not covered in this agreement or regarding
interpretation of this agreement, Sony and the User shall discuss and settle the matter in
good faith.
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AVERTISSEMENT
Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie ou
d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet
appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.
Afin d’écarter tout risque
d’électrocution, garder le coffret
fermé. Ne confier l’entretien de
l’appareil qu’à un personnel qualifié.
• Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS et Windows sont des marques commerciales ou des marques
déposées de Microsoft Corporation.
• Un logiciel sous licence de Luxxon Corporation est fourni avec ce produit.
(Copyright 1999) Tous droits réservés
Luxxon Corporation
2055 Gateway Place, Suite 350
San Jose, CA 95110, États-Unis
• Les autres noms de système et de produit apparaissant dans ce document sont en général des
marques commerciales ou des marques déposées du fabricant, même si les symboles ™ et ®
ont été omis dans ce document.
Avant d'utiliser cette caméra, veuillez lire l'accord de licence du logiciel inclus dans ce mode
d'emploi.
❑ Les lois sur le copyright interdisent la copie de tout ou partie du contenu de ce mode
d'emploi ou du logiciel fourni avec cette caméra et la location du logiciel sans
permission expresse du détenteur du copyright.
❑ Sony ne peut être tenu pour responsable des pertes ou dommages résultant de
l'utilisation du logiciel fourni avec cette caméra, ni d'aucune plainte d'un tiers.
❑ Sony n'accepte aucune responsabilité autre que le remplacement d'un support
défectueux.
❑ Le logiciel fourni avec cette caméra ne doit être utilisé qu'avec celle-ci.
❑ Veillez à effectuer un test pour confirmer que les images et le son ont été enregistrés
correctement.
❑ Sony ne peut être tenu pour responsable de la perte d'enregistrement résultant de
l'incapacité de la caméra ou du logiciel d'enregistrer des images ou du son.
❑ Les spécifications du logiciel sont sujettes à modifications sans préavis.
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Table des matières
Introduction..........................................................................4
Configuration système........................................................4
Vérification du contenu du kit ............................................4
Identification des composants...........................................5
Réglages nécessaires avant utilisation de la caméra ......6
Installation des pilotes, “Camera Setting Utility” et
“SONY USB CAMERA Viewer”................................ 6
Utilisation de votre caméra...............................................12
Raccordement à un ordinateur portable ........................... 12
Raccordement à un ordinateur de bureau ........................ 13
Déconnexion de la caméra............................................... 13
Prise de vue avec la caméra ............................................. 14
Remarques sur l’utilisation ..............................................15
Choix de l’emplacement du lecteur ................................. 15
Fonctionnement ............................................................... 15
Transport.......................................................................... 15
À propos de l’objectif ...................................................... 15
À propos des disques ....................................................... 15
Entretien .............................................................................16
Entretien de la caméra ..................................................... 16
Nettoyage de l’objectif .................................................... 16
Nettoyage des disques...................................................... 16
Caractéristiques principales ............................................17
Guide de dépannage .........................................................18
ACCORD DE LICENCE D’UTILISATION DE LOGICIEL ...21
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Introduction
Cette caméra vous permet d’enregistrer des clips vidéo et des images
fixes. Les images animées peuvent être envoyées comme messagerie
vidéo, et les images fixes peuvent être incluses dans des rapports* de
réunion pour donner une idée de l’ambiance de la réunion, etc.
* Smart Write doit être installé.
Configuration système
Pour utiliser la caméra, le système doit correspondre aux spécifications
minimum suivantes.
❑ Unité centrale : Pentium MMX 200 MHz ou plus rapide. (Celeron
533 MHz ou plus rapide recommandé.)
❑ Système d’exploitation : Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows
2000 Professional ou Windows Millennium Edition
❑ Mémoire RAM : 64 Mo ou plus
❑ Espace disponible sur le disque dur : 210 Mo ou plus
Vérification du contenu du kit
Lors du déballage, vérifiez si tous les éléments suivants ont été livrés
avec la caméra.
Si des éléments sont absents, contactez votre revendeur Sony.
• La caméra USB (CMR-PC1 USB) avec le câble d’interface USB
• Le CD-ROM d’installation contenant les pilotes, les logiciels fournis
et le manuel du logiciel (au format PDF)
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• Le “Mode d’emploi” de la caméra USB (le présent manuel)
• La référence rapide
• La sacoche
• Le support de caméra
• Le microphone
• La carte de garantie
Identification des composants
Avant
Arrière
Touche CAPTURE
Bague de mise au point
Objectif
Plaque de support
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Réglages nécessaires avant utilisation de la caméra
À l’aide du CD-ROM d’installation fourni, vous devez d’abord
installer les pilotes et le logiciel nécessaires sur votre ordinateur.
Installation des pilotes, “Camera Setting Utility” et “SONY USB CAMERA Viewer”
Cette section décrit les procédures d’installation des pilotes nécessaires
pour connecter votre caméra et des logiciels “Camera Setting Utility”
utilisé pour le paramétrage de votre caméra et “SONY USB CAMERA
Viewer” utilisé pour tester les fonctions de la caméra.
Votre caméra est conçue spécialement pour être utilisée avec des
ordinateurs sur lesquels une version de Windows 98, Windows 98 SE,
Windows 2000 Professional ou Windows Millennium Edition est
préinstallée. Elle ne peut pas être utilisée avec d’autres ordinateurs.
1 Mettez l’ordinateur sous tension sans y connecter la caméra.
2 Insérez le CD-ROM dans le lecteur de CD-ROM.
3 Cliquez sur le bouton [Start], et sélectionnez [Run] pour continuer.
4 Entrez “d:\Drivers\USBCam\setup.exe”, où “d:\” est la lettre de
votre lecteur de CD-ROM ; puis cliquez sur [OK] pour lancer le
programme d’installation “SONY USB CAMERA Drivers and
Viewer”.
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5 Lorsque la fenêtre de “SONY USB CAMERA Installer Setup
Wizard” apparaît, sélectionnez [Next] pour continuer.
6 Vous pouvez alors sélectionner le dossier pour l’installation.
Entrez le nom du dossier dans lequel vous souhaitez installer les
programmes ou cliquez sur [Browse] pour continuer (l’installation
dans le dossier “C:\Program Files\SONYUSB Camera\” est
Recommandée). Puis sélectionnez [Next] pour continuer.
à suivre
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7 Le programme d’installation vous demande de confirmer
l’installation. Si vous êtes d’accord pour commencer l’installation,
sélectionnez [Next] pour continuer.
8 Une fois le programme “SONY USB CAMERA Drivers and
Viewer” installé. Cliquez sur [Close] pour quitter le programme
d’installation.
9 Redémarrez l’ordinateur.
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Connectez la caméra à l’ordinateur.
Pour plus de détails, reportez-vous à la section “Raccordement à
un ordinateur portable” (page 12) ou “Raccordement à un
ordinateur de bureau” (page 13)
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