VIDEOCAM GE111 - Video camera GENUIS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Video camera (webcam)
Brand	GENUIS
Model	VIDEOCAM GE111
Connection Type	USB
Maximum Resolution	640 x 480 pixels
Image Formats	RGB24, I420
Main Functions	Image capture, video recording, video conferencing, surveillance system with motion detection
Software Compatibility	Windows (MSN Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, AIM, included Genius software)
Power Supply	Via USB port
Dimensions (approx.)	8 cm x 3 cm x 2 cm
Weight (approx.)	50 g
Maintenance and Cleaning	Clean the lens with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid moisture.
Safety	Unplug during thunderstorms. Do not expose to extreme temperatures.
Spare parts and repairability	Not available. Device not user-serviceable.
General Information	Manual downloadable in PDF format from notice-facile.com. Email support available.

Frequently Asked Questions - VIDEOCAM GE111 GENUIS

How to install the GENUIS VIDEOCAM GE111 camera?

First insert the installation CD, then run the driver. Then connect the camera to a USB port. Follow the on-screen instructions. If Autorun does not start, click 'Start', type 'D:\SETUP.EXE' (if the CD is in drive D) and press Enter.

How to capture an image with the camera?

In the Genius software, click on 'SnapShot' mode (camera icon). Use the 'Snapshot' button to take a photo. You can also send the photo by email by clicking the corresponding icon.

How to record a video?

Switch to 'Video Clip' mode (camcorder icon). Click 'Start Recording' to begin and 'Stop Recording' to stop. You can convert the AVI file to MPEG-1 using the dedicated icon.

How to use the surveillance system?

Select 'Security Monitoring System' mode. Start recording; the camera detects movement and records automatically. If no movement is detected for 4 seconds, recording stops. You can adjust sensitivity and alert sound.

How to adjust the image resolution?

In 'Preview' mode, use the 'Resolution' dropdown to choose between RGB24 or I420, then select the size (e.g. 640x480). Changes then apply to Snapshot and Video Clip modes.

How to use video conferencing with MSN Messenger?

Make sure the driver is installed and the camera is connected. Open MSN Messenger, select a contact, double-click it, then click the webcam icon. Your contact will receive an invitation; once accepted, video starts.

My camera is not recognized by the computer, what should I do?

First check that the driver is installed correctly. Try a different USB port. Close any other programs using the webcam. Restart the computer. If the problem persists, uninstall the driver via 'Start > Programs > VideoCAM GE111 > Uninstall', then reinstall it.

How to clean the camera lens?

Use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe the lens. Avoid chemicals and liquids. Do not touch the lens with your fingers.

How to uninstall the camera driver?

In Windows, go to 'Start > Programs > VideoCAM GE111' and click 'Uninstall'. Follow the on-screen instructions. You can also use Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs.

What software is compatible with the VIDEOCAM GE111?

The camera works with the included Genius software, as well as instant messaging programs like MSN Messenger (version 6 or later), Yahoo Messenger, and AOL Instant Messenger. Make sure to close other programs using the webcam before starting a session.

USER MANUAL VIDEOCAM GE111 GENUIS

VideoCAM GE111 Features

1 Snap Shot button
2 LED Indicator
3 Lens

Installing the VideoCAM GE111

1. Please install the driver first and then connect VideoCAM GE111 to the USB port.
2. Installing the VideoCAM GE111 driver

a. Insert the VideoCAM GE111 Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive.
b. The Autorun screen will bring up the installation screen. Click on "Driver" then simply follow the on-screen instructions.
c. Install "DirectX" from the CD.

Notice: If the Autorun screen doesn't start, please follow these steps:

• Click on "Start Menu".
• Type D : \SETUP.EXE , then click “Enter” key.

(Assume your CD-ROM is in Drive D)

1. Insert the VideoCAM GE111's USB cable to your desktop's

or laptop's USB port.

1. Complete software and hardware installation. You can install the software you would like for video conferencing or chat with your friends.

NOTE

To remove the driver installation:

Windows Environment:

Please go to the taskbar and follow "Start" "Program" "VideoCAM GE111" Click "Uninstall", then follow the on-screen instructions to remove the driver.

Genius Application (Windows Only)

You can use our software to capture the real-time image, record or execute the simply security function.

To run the software, please go to the task bar and follow "Start" Click "Program" Choose "VideoCAM GE111" Click "VideoCAM GE111". Or you may execute the software by simply clicking the shortcut of "VideoCAM GE111".

NOTE

After installing the driver of VideoCAM GE111, the system will automatically create a file (C:\WINDOWS\Album or C:\WINNT\Album) to save the images you take using the Genius Application.

1. Description for the major icon

Preview mode

Snapshot mode

Video Clip Mode

Security monitoring system

Exit the Genius VideoCAM Series UI

Camera Control

NOTE

In the "camera control section", you can personalize your camer-
ngs for different circumstances.

• You can flip the image horizontally or vertically by choosing "Image Mirror" or "Image Flip".
• When the light is not sufficient, you may click on "Low Light" to get a clear image.

You can adjust different values for different circumstances and environment
You may adjust values toward image appearance. Before adjusting values, you have to unclick "Auto" to unlock.
-Press“Reset”to return to the manufacturer's settings.

-Press "Restore" to return to the previous settings.

-Press "Save" to save the values you set up.

⑤ Select the correct frequency according to the country where you are using the web camera. (Before doing this, you will need to select "Indoor".)
-If your web camera is located in backlight position, you may click "Backlight compensation" to get a sharper image.

• You can have a black-and-white photo effect by clicking on "B/W Mode".

2. Preview Mode

You can use the function buttons on the control panel to zoom in/out and move upward/downward/left/right.

Zoom in the image

Zoom out the image

Move the image upward

Move the image downward

Move the image to the left

Move the image to the right

RGB24 640*480

Resolution Selection

There are 2 categories of resolution: RGB24 and

1. You can select 5 different image resolutions for each of them. The file size of I420 will be smaller than

RGB24. So, I420 may be the better choice for

transmission.

3. SnapShot Mode

You can press the Snapshot button in the right of the circle to take a picture right away and share with your friends.

Send photo by e-mail

Shoot continuously

Zoom in the image

Zoom out the image

Move the image upward

Move the image downward

Move the image to the left

Move the image to the right

RGB24 640*480

Resolution selection

This section shows the resolution you selected in the "Preview Mode". If you want to change the resolution, please click "..."to go back to the "Preview Mode" to make the changes.

4. Video Clip Mode

You can record real-time image in this section.

Send photo by e-mail

Convert AVI files into MEPG-1 format

Start recording

Stop recording Exit the Video Clip Mode

To Create animation

Press to start; Press to stop

Press to return to the video recording mode

This function has to be under the resolution of RGB24 320 x 240 or I420 320 x 240. Please make sure the resolution is correct before executing this function.

RGB24 640*480

Resolution selection

This section shows the resolution you selected in the "Preview Mode". If you want to change the resolution, please click " "to go back to the "Preview Mode" to make the changes.

5. Security Monitoring System

This function records any movements that appear in front of your monitor automatically. It can also record anytime until the HD is full. If there's no movement, it will shut down automatically after four seconds or otherwise it will be active when detecting new movement. It's a great security monitoring system at times when you're not around.

Start recording

Stop recording

Setup time of the security monitoring system

Set up the degree of the variance for every second of recording image. When the differences are over the setup degree, the system will alert you.

Set up the different alerting sound effects

NOTE

In "Security Monitoring System" section, you can record in any size of image resolution. If you want to change the resolution, please click "to go back to the Preview Mode" and make the changes.

MSN Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, AIM

MSN Messenger

a. For live video function, you'll need MSN Messenger version 6 or later. If you don't have it, please refer to the website: http://www.msn messenger-download.com to download.
b. Now, get to sign onto MSN Messenger service.
c. Choose a friend on the contact list and Click "OK" to confirm.
d. Double-click on your friends, who are available to chat. Click on the web camera icon
e. Your friend will then receive an invitation message. When your friend confirms to talk, the video chat will start.

Yahoo Messenger

a. Download Yahoo Messenger at http://messenger.yahoo.com and finish the registration, if you don't have it.
b. Sign onto Yahoo Messenger.
c. From the main window, click Tools menu, then select "Start My Webcam".
d. Right-click on a name in your Messenger List and choose "View Webcam".
e. Your friend will then receive an invitation message. When your friend clicks YES, the video chat will start.

AOL Instant Messenger

a. You can download AOL Instant Messenger free at http://www.aim.com and finish the registration, if you don't have it.
b. Sign onto AOL Instant Messenger.
c. Click on "Show Messenger Lists" and choose the friend you want to start with video chat with.
d. Your friend will then receive an invitation message. When your friend confirms to talk, the video chat will start.

NOTE

Please make sure you already installed the camera driver and connected the camera to the computer before running video conferencing or video chat programs.
Please make sure you close other webcam programs before running the video conferencing or video chat program.