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- Page 1 Visual Communication Camera VGP-UVC100 Operating Instructions...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
• Sony, VAIO, , and the Eco Info logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries. • IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction This camera is a USB 2.0 compatible visual communication camera. The camera enables you to use the TV telephone function on your computer. These are the following features. • 1.3 Mega-pixel CMOS sensor and microphone. • Shoot moving and still images, and transfer as video mail with the supplied “VAIO Camera Capture Utility”... -
Page 4: Names Of Parts
Remove the camera from the box and make sure that the box contains the accessories listed below. If any of the accessories are missing, contact the Sony dealer where you purchased this product or a Sony service representative in your area. -
Page 5: Installing The Driver And The Software
Turn on the computer, start the Windows operating system and insert the supplied installation disc into the CD-ROM drive. The installation program starts automatically and the “Sony Visual Communication Camera VGP-UVC100 Application Installer Setup” screen appears. Make sure that the checkbox to install the software has been checked, and click “Next.”... -
Page 6: Mounting The Camera
Notes • Do not disconnect/reconnect the camera’s USB cable while your Windows operating system is starting up or shutting down; doing so may cause the camera or your computer to malfunction. • Carefully disconnect/reconnect the USB cable of the camera; doing it quickly might result in unstable operation of your computer. -
Page 7: Removing The Camera
Placing horizontally If the camera is to be put on a flat and stable place, such as on the CRT display, the computer, etc., do the following: Turn the arm and arm plate towards you. Put the camera on a stable surface. Removing the camera Note When your computer is off, you do not need to perform step 1 below. -
Page 8: Using The Camera
Using the Camera This section describes how to use the camera. Notes • When using the camera for the first time, make sure that you install the driver and the software before connecting the camera to your computer. For installation details, see “Installing the driver and the software”... - Page 9 “VAIO Camera Capture Utility” software * The language which appears on the screen varies depending on the region. 1 Finder view 2 Mode selection buttons 3 CAPTURE button Changes function depending on the mode. Still mode: Capture Movie mode: Record (while recording is stopped) Stop (while recording is progress) 4 Data operation buttons 5 Thumbnail view...
- Page 10 Focus the camera on an object and make any necessary adjustments, such as brightness. Hints • The initial size of a still image is 1,280 1,024. Use the “VAIO Camera Capture Utility” software to change the size of a still or moving image. Note When the size of a still image is 1,280 1,024, some “Effects”...
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Page 11: Seeing Images
Hints • The “VAIO Camera Capture Utility” software enables you to do the following. For details, refer to the help section of “VAIO Camera Capture Utility.” – To set up the image quality or mode – To send images by e-mail •... -
Page 12: Closing The "Vaio Camera Capture Utility" Software
Closing the “VAIO Camera Capture Utility” software Click , which is on the top right of the “VAIO Camera Capture Utility” screen. Changing the camera setting To adjust the brightness, Backlight compensation, etc., go to “Property” of “VGP-UVC100 device driver.” In the “Property”... - Page 13 x“Effects” setting screen In the “Effects” setting screen, change the following setting items: – Effect – Frame Note Functions of the “Zoom” setting screen and the “Effects” setting screen cannot be used simultaneously. If you cannot use the “Effects” setting screen, deactivate “Enable Zoom”...
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Page 14: Facing The Camera On The Opposite Side
Double-click “Volume control” appears. Click the “Option” menu and select “Property.” “Property” appears. Select “Sony USB Microphone (VGP-UVC100)” in the mixer device and click “OK.” The mixer window appears. Hint The mixer window may not be displayed if the driver has been installed improperly. -
Page 15: If You Use A Bluetooth Headset With The Camera
Click “Sound, Audio or Audio Device.” Click “Sound and Audio Device.” “Sound and Audio Device’s Property” appears. Click the “Sound” setting screen and select “Sony USB Microphone (VGP-UVC100)” from “Default Device” in “Audio Recording.” Click “OK” and close “Sound and Audio Device’s Property.”... -
Page 16: Confirming Installing And Proceeding With Uninstalling
Click the plus symbol (+) to the left of “Sound, Video, and Game Controllers” in the “Device Manager” window. If “Sony USB Microphone (VGP-UVC100)” appears, the driver is properly installed. Close the “Device Manager” window. Click “OK” in the “System Properties”... -
Page 17: Uninstalling The Driver
Uninstalling the driver If the driver is not installed correctly, follow the steps below to uninstall, and then reinstall the driver. Notes • Log on as Administrator before uninstalling the driver. • Remove the USB device except this camera’s device from your computer before uninstalling the driver. -
Page 18: Precautions
Make sure that the label is properly fixed on the disc surface before using the disc. Sony assumes no liability for any malfunction of your computer or damage to the media caused by improper labeling. Please thoroughly read instruction notes of your label software and label sheets. -
Page 19: Maintenance
• Do not touch the data side of the disc (opposite the label), and hold the disc as shown below. • Do not scratch the disc. • Do not store the disc in locations subject to high humidity, high temperatures, direct sunlight, or high levels of dust. -
Page 20: Getting Help
Getting Help This section provides information on how to get help and support from Sony, and on troubleshooting tips for your Visual Communication Camera. About Sony’s support options Sony provides several support options for your Visual Communication Camera. When you have questions about your... -
Page 21: Specifications
Specifications Visual Communication Camera Image pickup 1/4” 1,330,000-pixel (1,310,000 effective pixels) color CMOS progressive scanning image sensor. Lens 2 groups, 2 lenses, F2.3 Focal length f=3.8 mm (0.1 inch) (equivalent to a 35 mm (1.4 inch) camera at f=31.3 mm (1.1 inch)) Focus range 30 mm to ∞... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If a problem occurs during operation of the unit, refer to the information provided in this section. If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. For contact information, see “Getting Help” on page 20. Also refer to the manuals provided with your computer. - Page 23 Symptom Cause/Remedy Still images and movie • Light may be reflected in images captured under images downloaded fluorescent light. from the camera • If the downloaded image contains dark patches, red or appear grainy on the green noise may appear. display.
- Page 24 Symptom Sound is not recorded even though the microphone is connected. When you connect the USB cable, the “Add New Hardware Wizard” dialog box appears on your computer screen. Operation does not shift to the power- saving mode, and Windows operation becomes unstable.
- Page 25 Symptom Cause/Remedy Compared to the If lighting such as floor lamp is in the background, faces, etc. background, the might appear dark. In that case, use the Backlight Comp subject is dark. function (page 12). When using the • Depending on your network environment, the VIDEO chatting communication bandwidth may not be sufficient.
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