user manual

IH-W301DW IH-W302DP IH-W303DN IH-W304DR

MyLife™ webcam 1.3 megapixel max resolution

Congratulations on the purchase of your new MyLife webcam. 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• ® XP Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista®

USB port (a USB 2.0 port is required for •optimal performance)CD-ROM drive•

your package should contain

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user manual contentsfeatures•2yournewwebcam•3connecthardware•3installsoftware•4useyourwebcam•6advancedfeatures•6productoperatingtips•9troubleshooting•9

features1.3 megapixel maximum resolution•motion tracking•4× digital zoom•built-in microphone•adjustable base•

user manual (in your hands right now)

CrazyTalk photo and video editing software and driver installation CD

MyLife webcam

user manual

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your new webcamsnapshot button

lens

manual focusring

microphone

base

USB cable

power indicator

You must connect your webcam to your computer nntefbefore installing the driver software.

connect hardwareConnect the USB cable to a USB port on your computer.1.

connect to a USB port on your computer

Place the webcam on a desk or mount it on your 2. computer monitor or other convenient object. To mount your webcam on top of a notebook screen, fold open the base and adjust it so it is securely mounted on the screen.

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install softwareto install DirectX

You only need to install DirectX if you are using nntefWindows XP. If you are not using Windows XP, skip to “to install the webcam driver” in the next column.

Insert the installation CD into your computer. 1.

On the screen that displays, click 2. install DirectX 9.

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install DirectX 9 (XP SP 2 users only)

CrazyTalk Avatar CreatorCrazyTalk Cam Suite

install driver

exit

The license agreement displays. Accept it and click 3. Next.

The installation dialog box displays. Click 4. Next.

When the installation is finished, an 5. Installation Complete dialog box displays. Click Finish.

The main software installation screen displays again.

to install the webcam driverInsert the installation CD into your computer. 1.

On the screen that displays, click 2. install driver.

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install DirectX 9 (XP SP 2 users only)

CrazyTalk Avatar CreatorCrazyTalk Cam Suite

install driver

exit

A dialog box displays saying “Device ‘USB Video 3. Device’ is found.” Click OK.

Another dialog box may display asking if you want to 4. update the driver. If it does, click OK.

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When the driver is finished installing, a dialog box 5. displays saying the driver has been updated. Click OK.

The main software installation screen displays again.

to install the included webcam applications

On the main software installation screen, click 1. CrazyTalk Cam Suite.

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install DirectX 9 (XP SP 2 users only)

CrazyTalk Avatar CreatorCrazyTalk Cam Suite

install driver

exit

An 2. InstallShield Wizard dialog box displays. Click Next. Accept the terms of the license agreement and click Next again.

After the application finishes installing, an 3. InstallShield Wizard Complete dialog box displays. Choose to restart your computer and click Finish.

When the computer restarts, reinsert the installation CD 4. and click CrazyTalk Avatar Creator.

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install DirectX 9 (XP SP 2 users only)

CrazyTalk Avatar CreatorCrazyTalk Cam Suite

install driver

exit

A 5. Choose Setup Language dialog box displays. Select a language and click Next.

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An 6. InstallShield Wizard dialog box displays. Click Next. Accept the terms of the license agreement and click Next.

After the application finishes installing, an 7. InstallShield Wizard Complete dialog box displays. Clear the check boxes, then click Finish.

The main software installation screen displays again. Click exit.

use your webcamYou can start using your webcam immediately for video conferencing with one of the many video conferencing services available over the internet. Additional features are available through the CrazyTalk Cam Suite software.

advanced featureswebcam effectsClick Start > All Programs > Reallusion > CrazyTalk Cam Suite > CrazyTalk Cam Suite to open the webcam effects software.

CrazyTalk Cam Suite must be open for effects to nntefdisplay.

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use an avatarAn avatar is an image you use as your personal representation online. Instead of your face showing, your avatar displays. To use an avatar:

In CrazyTalk Cam Suite, select the 1. Avatar Live! tab.

Choose an avatar.2.

To create a custom avatar, use the included nntefCrazyTalk Avatar Creator application. Click Start > All Programs > Reallusion > CrazyTalk Avatar Creator > CrazyTalk Avatar Creator.

To add a custom avatar to the avatars displayed, click More > Add Avatars. Select the avatar you want to add, then click To Favorites. The new avatar will display, and can be selected for use with your webcam.

To have your avatar display an emotion on video, click 3. the emotion.

turn on facial trackingFacial tracking adjusts your avatar to follow the motion of your face. To turn on facial tracking:

In CrazyTalk Cam Suite, click the 1. Settings button.

click to add a custom avatar

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The 2. Settings dialog box displays. Select the Avatar Live! tab, then select Face tracking to trigger head movement. Click OK.

In the main CrazyTalk Cam Suite window, select 3. Enable Facial Tracking.

use special effectsA number of effects can be applied to your video. To apply an effect:

In CrazyTalk Cam Suite, select the 1. MagicMirror tab.

Choose an expression and/or a comic effect.2.

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product operating tipsYour webcam operates best if you sit about 3 ft. (1 m) •from the camera. This ensures the picture is not distorted and that the microphone can easily pick up your voice.Turn the ring on the front of the webcam to manually •focus the image.Press the button on top of the webcam to take a still shot.•In CrazyTalk Cam Suite or CrazyTalk Avatar Creator, •click the question mark button for more details on how to use the application with your webcam.

troubleshooting

situation try this

no video is displayed

Check that the webcam is connected to the •computer.Use a different USB port.•Connect the webcam to a USB port on the •computer, not a USB hub.Uninstall and reinstall the driver. To uninstall •the driver, click Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs, select MyLife Webcam and click Change/Remove.

video stutters or stops

Disconnect and reconnect the webcam.•Ensure the webcam is connected to a USB •2.0 port (not a slower USB 1.1 port).

FCC StatementThis device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.•Increase the separation between the equipment and •the receiver.Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit •different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult a service representative for help.Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to comply with FCC emission limits. LifeWorks is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Responsible party:LifeWorks Technology Group LLC 1412 Broadway New York, NY 10018

Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

WarningImproper setup, use and care of this product can increase the risk of serious injury, death or device damage. Read and keep this guide and all other printed guides for future reference. For updated guides or replacements, go to www.life-works.com

Do Not Attempt RepairsDo not attempt to take apart, open, repair, service or modify the device(s). Doing so may risk electric shock or other hazard. Evidence of any attempt to open or modify the device, including any peeling, puncture or removal of labels, will void the Limited Lifetime Warranty.

technical supportfor technical support please visit www.life-wnrks.cnm or call (877) LIFE-540 (877-543-3540)

lifetime warrantyfor warranty information, please visitwww.life-wnrks.cnm/warranty

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.

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