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WC001 Sweex Webcam 100K USB
Introduction
First of all, many thanks for purchasing this Sweex Webcam 100K USB.
This webcam enables you to easily video-chat with all your friends across the world.
To ensure this product operates correctly, we advise you to carefully read this manual first. If despite this manual you still experience problems during
installation or operation of this product, go to www.sweex.com and look under the heading service & support.
In order to fully enjoy the Sweex Webcam 100K USB, it is important to observe a number of things:
• Do not expose the Sweex Webcam 100K USB to extreme temperatures.
Do not place the device in direct sunlight or in the direct vicinity of heating elements.
• Do not use the Sweex Webcam 100K USB in extremely dusty or moist surroundings.
• Protect the device against powerful shocks or jolts – they may damage the internal electronics.
• Never attempt to open the device yourself – it will cause the warranty to lapse.
Contents of the box
Prior to using the Sweex Webcam 100K USB, check if all required parts are present. The following parts must be present in the box:
• Webcam 100K USB
• CD-ROM with manual and driver
If one of the above parts is missing, please contact the retail outlet where you purchased the device.
Important!
Install the driver prior to connecting the Sweex Webcam 100K USB!
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Specifications
• Interface: USB 1.1
• Sensor: 100K CMOS
• Frame frequency: 25 frames per second
• Focus: 30 mm to infinite
• Lens format: 1/5”
• Colour filter: RGB 24 and I420
• Resolutions: 160 x 120 / 176 x 144 / 320 x 240 / 352 x 288 and 640 x 480 (interpolated)
• Supports: Windows 98SE, 2000 and XP
Software installation under Windows 98SE, 2000 and XP
We advise you to ensure the operating system is up-to-date before starting the installation. This is easy to check by starting up Internet Explorer and
selecting the option “Windows Update” in the “Extra” menu.
Insert the Sweex CD-ROM in the CD-ROM player. The autorun menu will start automatically.
In this menu, select “Drivers Windows 98SE, 2000 and XP”
In the event that the autorun menu does not appear, the driver installation process can also be started manually. In order to do this, open “My
computer” and go to X:\driver\ (X being the letter of your CD-ROM drive). Here you will find the ‘CIFPCCamT511_v2.2.0.0.exe’ file, double-click
this file and follow the instructions.
The following screen appears:
Click “Next”.
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Select the option “Complete” and click “Next”.
Here select the option “Install” and finally click “Finish”.
Now connect the Sweex Webcam 100K USB to the PC or laptop. Windows will automatically install the Sweex Webcam 100K USB.
Testing the functioning of the webcam
The functioning of the Sweex Webcam 100K USB can be viewed and tested as follows:
Go to START “All Programs” “PC Camera (6005 CIF)” “AMCap”.
Or, if the Windows classic style is used:
Go to START “Programs” “PC Camera (6005 CIF)” “AMCap”.
In AMCap, open the “Devices” menu. Make sure to select the correct webcam: ‘PC Camera (6005 CIF)’.
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In AMCap, open the “Options” menu. Select the “Preview” option. This option enables you to view the picture. In the same menu, the “Video
Capture Filter...” and “Video Capture Pin...” options enable you to change the settings of the webcam.
LED indicator
The Sweex Webcam 100K USB has 1 green LED. This is continuously lit, which means that the webcam has been connected and is functioning
properly.
Focus ring
The picture of the Sweex Webcam 100K USB can be brought into focus manually by means of the focus ring. This can be found at the front of the
camera and can be identified by a black protruding tab. By turning it either to the left or right, the picture can be brought into focus.
SmartCam 2.1
The SmartCam software is an additional application for video mailing and video monitoring and is included with the webcam. You do not need to
install this software if you want to use the webcam with the standard video-chat programmes. Only install SmartCam if you are sure you need the
additional functions.
Note! This programme is freeware which means that Sweex will not offer any support for this programme.
Warranty
All products under the Sweex brand are warranted for a period of three years. We do not grant support or warranties for any software and/or
(rechargeable) batteries included. Settlement of guarantee only takes place via the dealer where you have purchased the product in question.
The rightful owner has and retains title to all brand names and related rights mentioned in this manual.
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