C170 - Webcam LOGITECH - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Webcam
Brand	Logitech
Model	C170
Maximum video resolution	640 x 480 pixels (VGA)
Maximum photo resolution	1.3 megapixels (interpolated)
Video frame rate	30 frames per second
Built-in microphone	Yes
Connection	USB 2.0
Cable length	Approximately 1.5 meters
Field of view	60°
Focus	Fixed
Mounting support	Flexible clip/base for screen or tripod
Dimensions (approx.)	8.5 x 5.5 x 5 cm
Weight (approx.)	75 g
System compatibility	Windows, macOS (depending on included software)
Main software features	Photo/video capture, motion detection, RightLight, video effects, sharing gallery
Care and cleaning	Clean the lens with a soft, dry cloth
Safety	Use on a stable support; avoid shocks and humidity
Spare parts and repairability	No user-replaceable parts; fixed USB cable

Frequently Asked Questions - C170 LOGITECH

How to install my Logitech C170 webcam?

Plug the webcam into a USB port on your computer. Go to www.logitech.com/downloads, select your product, then download and install Logitech Webcam Software and Logitech Vid HD.

What software is recommended to use the webcam?

Logitech recommends installing both the Logitech Webcam Software and Logitech Vid HD for easy video calls. You can also use third-party applications like Skype or Zoom.

How to make a video call with Logitech Vid HD?

After installation, create a Logitech Vid HD account, add friends via their email address, then click on your contact's picture to start the call. Make sure you have a high-speed internet connection.

How to take a photo or record a video?

Open Logitech Webcam Software. Use the capture button to take a photo or video. The files are accessible in the gallery to view and share.

How to use motion detection?

In the software, enable the motion detection function. Adjust the capture duration and sensitivity. The webcam automatically records a video when motion is detected.

Why is my webcam not recognized?

Check that the USB cable is properly connected. Try another USB port. If the problem persists, reinstall Logitech Webcam Software from the official website.

How to improve video quality in low light?

The RightLight feature automatically corrects exposure. You can also adjust settings in the camera controls tab, such as brightness and contrast.

How to clean my webcam lens?

Use a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Avoid chemicals or rubbing too hard so as not to scratch the lens.

Can I use the webcam without installing software?

Yes, the webcam is recognized as a standard video device. However, to take advantage of all features (effects, motion detection, RightLight), it is recommended to install Logitech software.

How to attach the webcam to my screen?

Use the provided flexible clip/base. Open the clip and place it on the top edge of the screen. Adjust the angle for a good framing. You can also screw it onto a tripod if the clip is removed.

USER MANUAL C170 LOGITECH

Getting started with

Logitech® Webcam C110 and C170

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Contents

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Features

1. Microphone
2. Lens
3. Activity light
4. Flexible clip/base
5. Product documentation

Thank you for buying a Logitech webcam!

Use this guide to set up your Logitech webcam and to begin making video calls.

If you have questions before you start, please visit the websites listed below to learn more about Logitech webcams and video calling.

www.logitech.com/support

www.logitech.com/webcam_howto

www.logitech.com/whatisvid

www.logitech.com

Setting up your webcam

1. Place your webcam

2. Install software

www.logitech.com/downloads

To download and install your webcam software, visit www.logitech.com/downloads, double-click Webcams, choose your product from the list, select Software Downloads, and then follow the on-screen prompts.

3. When prompted, connect your webcam

Getting started with video calling

Your webcam comes with Logitech Vid™ HD

With Logitech Vid HD, video calling live over the Internet takes only a few, easy steps:

Install Logitech Vid HD - Create an account - Add a friend and make a video call

Learn more: http://www.logitech.com/whatisvid

Setting up Logitech Vid HD

1

Install Logitech Vid HD

We recommend that you install both the Logitech Webcam and Logitech Vid HD software.

Tip: If you prefer another video-calling application, you will need to download and install third-party software.

Learn more: www.logitech.com/webcamhowto

A webcam - A computer with speakers and a microphone (or a headset with a microphone; many Logitech webcams have a built-in microphone)

Create an account

Follow the on-screen instructions to create your Logitech Vid HD account and to set up your webcam for video calling.

To make video calls with any application, both you and the person you call must have:

• A broadband Internet connection (e.g., DSL, T1, or cable)
• The same video-calling application (e.g., Logitech Vid HD) Video calling accounts

3

Add a friend or make a practice call

Click on the Practice Call tile to test your settings.

Tip: The Practice Call tile is always available on your Contact List so you can test your settings.

To add a friend, click on the Add a Friend tile and enter your friend's e-mail when prompted.

After your friend has accepted your invitation, click on your friend's picture to make a call.

Accessing account settings and starting applications

Logitech automatically detects and adjusts the best settings for your webcam. If you would like to re-take your profile picture or update any of your settings, click the Settings icon.

Double-click the icons to launch your applications.

1. Logitech Webcam Software
2. Logitech Vid HD

Tip: The Logitech Vid HD icon is only present if you chose to install Logitech Vid HD. To learn about third-party video calling, please visit: www.logitech.com/webcam_howto

Navigating the Logitech Webcam Software

1. Capture pictures and videos
2. View captured images and share via e-mail, Facebook, or YouTube
3. An area for easy access to your installed webcam-related applications
4. Launch Logitech Vid HD (if installed)
5. Capture videos triggered by detected motion
6. Control your video effects and webcam while on a video call
7. Download additional webcam applications
8. Change webcams (when you have more than one)
9. Open Logitech Webcam Software settings
10. Open help dashboard (manuals and how-to videos)

Capturing video and snapping pictures

The gallery: viewing and sharing

Quick Capture allows you to take photos or record videos easily.

You have easy access to webcam controls and settings as well as video effects to personalize your images and recordings.

1. Preview window
2. Capture mode: photo/video
3. Capture button
4. Webcam controls
5. Video effects and fun filters (for webcams that support this feature)
6. Photo thumbnails
7. Video thumbnails
8. Click a thumbnail to enter the gallery

Clicking on an image thumbnail in the gallery (1) opens the video or photo in the review window (2).

• Attach a video or picture file to an e-mail (3)
• Edit a photo or splice together video (4)
• Upload a picture or video to Facebook (5)
• Upload a video to Twitter (6)
• Upload a video to YouTube (7)

You may also drag and drop a gallery image onto one of the function tiles (items 3-7) to launch an editing application or to attach or upload.

Using motion detection

• Set up your webcam to record video when it detects movement.
• Adjust captured video duration and detection sensitivity.
• Captured video is automatically saved to your computer. View content in the Gallery or upload it using the One-touch Upload window.

Fine tuning your webcam during a video call

1. Launch the webcam controller when on a video call.
2. Hide your video image with a photo while your webcam stays connected.
3. Use pan and tilt to find the best angle.
4. Zoom in or out to include/exclude your surroundings.
5. Enjoy clear conversations without annoying background noise.
6. Correct for poor lighting environments using RightLight.
7. Access advanced webcam settings.

Get more applications for your webcam

Download and install additional applications for your webcam, like video calling, photo and video editing, and other value-added programs.

Getting help

Click on the help icon to access a complete user manual, or watch how-to videos that show you how to get the most out of your Logitech webcam and software.

Tip: If you are not sure about a feature, click the help icon, and our manual will open to the right place.

Features

www.logitech.com/downloads

www.logitech.com/downloads

www.logitech.com/downloads

Using video calls

The webcam package includes Logitech Vid™ HD

Using Logitech Vid HD, you can make video calls over the internet by following a few simple steps.

• Install Logitech Vid HD Create an account - Add friends and make video calls

For more information, visit: http://www.logitech.com/whatisvid

Setting up Logitech Vid HD

1

Install Logitech Vid HD

It is recommended to install the Logitech software for the Logitech webcam and Logitech Vid HD.

Tip: If you prefer to use another video calling application, you need to download and install the software from independent developers.

Additional information: http://www.logitech.com/webcam_howto

2

Create a user account

Follow the on-screen instructions to create a user account in Logitech Vid HD and configure your webcam settings for video calls.

Whatever application you use for video calling, both you and the person you are calling must meet the following conditions.

• Webcam, computer with speakers and microphone (or headset with microphone; many Logitech webcams have a built-in microphone)

Using motion detection

• Configure your webcam to record video when motion is detected. Adjust the recording duration and the sensitivity of the sensor.
• Recorded video is automatically saved to the computer's hard drive. The material can be viewed in the gallery or uploaded to the Internet using the upload window in one touch.

Fine-tuning the webcam during video calls

Webcam Controller

1. 1. During a video call, launch the Webcam Controller. 2. When the video is connected, adjust the video image and photo. 3. To get the best angle, use the pan and tilt functions. 4. To add or remove elements from the surrounding environment in the frame, use the zoom function.
2. Clear image without annoying background noise.
3. Insufficient lighting can be compensated for using the RightLight function.
4. Access to additional webcam parameters.

Additional applications for your Logitech webcam

Here you can download and install additional applications for working with the webcam, such as programs for video conferencing, photo and video editing, and other applications that expand your capabilities.

Technical support

Press the Help icon to open the full user manual or watch training videos from which you will learn how to best use your Logitech webcam and software.

Tip: If you are unsure about the purpose of a particular function, press the Help icon, and the manual will open at the relevant section.

Functions

www.logitech.com/downloads

www.logitech.com/downloads

To download and install software for your webcam, visit the website www.logitech.com/downloads, click on "Webcams", select your product from the list, then click "Software Downloads" and follow the on-screen instructions.

When prompted, connect your webcam

Getting started with video calls

The webcam comes with Logitech Vid™ HD

With Logitech Vid HD, to make video calls over the Internet, you only need to follow a few simple steps as described below.

To download and install software for your webcam, go to www.logitech.com/downloads, double-click on Webcams, select your product from the list, select Software Downloads, and follow the on-screen instructions.

3 When prompted, connect your webcam.

To download and install the software for your webcam, go to www.logitech.com/downloads, double-click on "Webcams", select your product from the list, then "Software Downloads" and follow the on-screen instructions.

3 | When prompted, connect the webcam.

Start video calls

The webcam comes with Logitech Vid HD.

With Logitech Vid HD, video calls over the Internet require only a few simple steps:

• Install Logitech Vid HD, create an account, add a friend, and start a video call.

Learn more: http://www.logitech.com/whatisvid

Setting up Logitech Vid HD

1

Install Logitech Vid HD

Install the Logitech webcam software, as well as the Logitech Vid HD software.

Tip: If you prefer another video calling application, you do not need to install the software of another manufacturer.

Learn more: http://www.logitech.com/webcam_howto

Create an account

Follow the on-screen instructions to create your Logitech Vid HD account and to set up your webcam for video calls.

To make video calls with any application, the person you are talking to must have:

• A webcam and a computer with a built-in microphone (or a separate microphone; many Logitech webcams have a built-in microphone)

A high-speed internet connection (e.g., DSL, T1, or cable) - A video calling application (e.g., Logitech Vid HD) - An account for video calls

3

Add friends or make a test call

Click the "Test Call" button to try out your settings.

Tip: The "Test Call" button is located at the top of the contact list, so you can test your settings.

To add friends, click the "Add Friend" button and enter your friend's name when prompted.

Once your friend accepts the invitation, click on your friend's picture to make a call.

Access your account from the start of the application

Logitech automatically opens and adjusts the settings for your webcam. If you want to change the image for your profile or if you want to reset the settings, click the settings icon.

Briefly click the icons to launch your applications.

1. Logitech Webcam Software
2. Logitech Vid HD

Tip: The Logitech Vid HD icon appears only if you have chosen to install Logitech Vid HD. To find out about video calls with other products, visit: www.logitech.com/webcam_howto

Getting started with your Logitech webcam software

1. Taking photos and videos
2. Uploading photos and videos and sharing names on Facebook© and YouTube®
3. Privacy area for your installed applications connected to the webcam
4. Getting started

Logitech Vid HD

(if installed)

1. Taking videos, which

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Movement

1. Control of the video camera

Effects camera

Video call time

7. Additional settings.

Recommendations for the webcam

1. Changing the webcam (when you have a message from it)
2. Resetting the Logitech webcam software settings
3. About the help table (guide for video calls with instructions

Video and photo capture

Playback: display and playback

Quick Capture allows you to take photos and videos easily.

You have full control over the webcam controls and also over video effects, to personalize your images and video recordings.

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Setting up the webcam for video recording when motion is detected. - Adjusting the recording time of the video and the sensitivity of motion detection. The recorded video is automatically saved to the computer. - Play back the recording using the player or use the "Record with one click" feature.

Setting up the webcam for video calls.

Webcam Controller

1. Setting up the webcam controller for video calls.
2. Capture a still image from the video while the webcam is connected. 3. The function used is highlighted in the image.
3. Zoom in or out to enable/disable the window mode.
4. Enjoy clear calls without background noise.
5. Use RightLight to correct low-light environments.
6. Define the working characteristics of the webcam.

Improve the usability of your webcam.

Install additional software for your webcam, such as video calls, video editing, and programs for additional processing.

Getting help

Click the Help button, read the user guide, or watch a video showing how to best work with your Logitech webcam software.

Tip: If you are unsure about any function, click the Help button, and the guide will open the exact section you need.

Characteristics

1. Microphone
2. Lens
3. Activity LED
4. Flexible clip/base
5. Product documentation

www.logitech.com/downloads

www.logitech.com/downloads

To download and install webcam software, visit www.logitech.com/downloads, select your product from the list, choose Software Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

www.logitech.com/downloads

To download and install webcam software, visit www.logitech.com/downloads, double-click the Webcams icon, select your product from the list, choose Software Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

www.logitech.com/downloads

To download and install webcam software, visit www.logitech.com/downloads, double-click the Webcams icon, select your product from the list, choose Software Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

3 When prompted, connect the webcam

Introduction to video calling

The webcam comes with Logitech Vid™ HD software

If you have Logitech Vid HD software, you only need to follow a few simple steps to make live video calls over the internet:

• Install Logitech Vid HD software
• Create an account
• Add a friend and make a test video call

For more information, visit the website: http://www.logitech.com/whatisvid

Setting up Logitech Vid HD software

1

Install Logitech Vid HD software

We recommend that you install the Logitech webcam and Logitech Vid HD software.

Tip: If you would rather use other video calling software, you must download and install software from another manufacturer.

For more information, visit the website: http://www.logitech.com/webcam_howto

Create an account

To create a Logitech Vid HD account and set up your webcam for video calls, follow the instructions on the screen.

www.logitech.com/downloads

www.logitech.com/downloads

www.logitech.com/downloads

www.logitech.com/downloads

www.logitech.com/downloads

www.logitech.com/support

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