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

GB FR DE ES IT

CMR-PC1 USB

 2000 by Sony Corporation

English

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.

• 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.

English

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

English

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)

• 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

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.

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.

Continued

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. 10

Connect the camera to the computer. For details, see “Connecting to a Notebook Computer” (page 12),

or “Connecting to a Desktop Computer” (page 13).

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”.

Continued

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Continued

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.

• 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

• 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

Français

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)

• 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

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”.

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

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. 10

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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