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IH-W355NB
IH-W356NP
MyLife™ notebook webcam pro
Congratulations on the purchase of your
5.0 megapixel max resolution
new MyLife notebook webcam pro. This
product comes with a limited lifetime
warranty.
Before using your product, please thoroughly
read and follow the instructions inside this
manual.
If you still need help, see the back page for
other support options.
If you want to know more about our
products, visit us online at
www.life-works.com.
system requirements
®
• Windows
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your package should contain user manual contents features • 2 your new webcam • 3 install software • 3 connect hardware • 4 use your webcam • 4 advanced features • 5 special ef fects • 8 product operating tips • 10 troubleshooting • 10 travel pouch MyLife notebook webcam pro features USB cable • 5.0 megapixel maximum resolution • motion tracking • 4× digital zoom • built-in microphone • adjustable notebook mount . user manual ArcSoft Magic-i
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your new webcam install software lens 1. Insert the installation CD into your computer. On the screen that appears, click the application you want to install: ArcSoft Magic-i or ArcSoft WebCam Companion. power indicator microphone MyLife notebook webcam pro Model # IH-W355NB/IH-W356NP ArcSoft Magic-i™ ArcSoft Webcam Companion® clip f nnte You must install the software before connecting exit your webcam to your computer. www.life-works.com 2008© LifeWorks Technology Group LLC. iHome™ is a tra
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4. A Select Program Folder dialog box displays. Click 2. Clip the webcam onto the top of your notebook’s screen. Next. 5. After the application finishes installing, an InstallShield Wizard Complete dialog box displays. Click Finish to exit the wizard. 6. The main software installation screen displays again. Repeat the above steps to install the other application. Click exit on the main software installation screen when done. connect hardware 1. Connect the USB cable between the bottom of you
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capture still shots or video advanced features 1. On the Start Page, click Capture. The Capture window Click Start > All Programs > ArcSoft WebCam displays. Companion 2 > WebCam Companion 2 to open the Start Page. • For a still shot, click Capture. • To record a video clip, click Record Video. When done, click Stop Recording. 5
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2. Click Monitor Settings to configure your monitor. Click monitor an area Save when done. ArcSoft WebCam Companion allows you to use your webcam to monitor an area, recording video when there is any motion in the area. To monitor an area: motion sensitivity 1. On the Start Page, click Monitor. The Monitor window level displays. send snapshot via email or FTP when motion is detected 3. Click Start Monitor to begin monitoring. The monitor will record video whenever it detects motion. Cl
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change video settings zoom To change video settings and access other webcam settings, Your webcam can zoom in as much as 4×. To change the click the WebCam Settings button in the Capture window zoom level when using ArcSoft WebCam Companion: (see “capture still shots or video” on page 5) or the Monitor 1. Click the WebCam Settings button in the Capture window (see “monitor an area” on page 6). or Monitor window (see “change video settings” on page 7). 2. The webcam properties dialog box disp
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view and edit still shots and video special effects To view the still shots or video you have captured, click Edit Click Start > All Programs > ArcSoft Magic-i 3 > Magic-i 3 on the Start Page. Here you can also edit your still shots to open the Effects Page. and video, including auto enhancing your photos. Click the Capture tab for recordings made from the Capture window (see “capture still shots or video” on page 5). Click the Monitor tab for recordings made by the webcam monitor (see “mo
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use an avatar An avatar is an image you use as your personal representation online. Instead of your face showing, your avatar displays. To use an avatar: 1. In ArcSoft Magic-i, select the Avatar tab. 3 1 2 zoom face tracking zoom Your webcam can zoom in as much as 4×. To change the zoom level when using special effects in ArcSoft Magic-i, click the zoom buttons underneath the picture. turn on face tracking Face tracking keeps the camera trained on a person’s face 2. Select an avatar. withou
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use other special effects product operating tips Various other special effects are available under the Effect • Y our webcam operates best if you sit about 3 ft. (1 m) and Illustration tabs. To turn on a special effect: from the camera. This ensures the picture is not distorted 1. Select either the Effect or Illustration tab, depending and that the microphone can easily pick up your voice. on the effect you want. The Effect tab gives you various • Click Help > Application Help in ArcSoft
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FCC Statement Warning This device complies with par t 15 of FCC Rules. Operation Improper setup, use and care of this product can increase i s s u b j e c t t o t h e f o l l o w i n g t w o c o n d i t i o n s : ( 1 ) t h i s d e v i c e the risk of serious injury, death or device damage. Read may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must and keep this guide and all other printed guides for future accept any interference received, including interference
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Printed in China © 2008 LifeWorks Technology Group LLC. iHome™ is a trademark of SDI Technologies Inc. used under license. ® Windows Vista is a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other brands and logos are trademarks of their respective companies. technical support lifetime warranty for model numbers for technical support please visit for warranty information, please visit IH-W355NB IH-W356NP www.life-wnrks.cnm www
