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1

What is included in the HP USB PC web camera kit?

The kit contains one HP USB PC web camera, two HP USB PC camera bases, one Software and Drivers CD-ROM, one HP support part-number sticker, one Installation Guide, one Attention Windows 2000 Users document, and one Information Guide. Make sure all these items are present when you open the box. (Page 5)

2

Which operating systems are supported by the HP USB web camera?

The HP USB web camera is supported on Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000, and Windows XP operating systems. Windows 2000 users must read the separate Attention Windows 2000 Users document supplied in the kit. (Page 6)

3

Do I need to install the CD-ROM drivers if I am using Windows XP?

No, Windows XP automatically detects your USB camera when it is first connected and uses the appropriate native driver. There is no need to use the CD-ROM provided. However, note that under Windows XP, not all features of your USB camera will be supported. (Page 6)

4

How do I assemble the HP USB web camera?

Assemble the camera eye and base as shown in the manual diagram. Then place the HP support part-number sticker on the rear of the USB camera eye. Note that the base or fixing clamp may look different on your model. (Page 5)

5

Which camera base should I use with an OmniBook or LCD monitor?

HP recommends using the camera stand (base b) with OmniBooks and most LCD monitors. The camera rest (base a) is intended for use with CRT and some LCD monitors. Two camera bases are supplied with your HP USB PC web camera. (Page 5)

6

How do I adjust the focus on the HP USB web camera?

Turn the grey focus ring clockwise or anti-clockwise to sharpen or soften the focus. Continue adjusting until the picture in the Logitech QuickCam Test window is satisfactory. (Page 6)

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English 1 1 English Welcome Congratulations on purchasing an HP USB PC web camera. This document gives you instructions for assembling your USB web camera and also gives you the camera’s limitations. Kit Contents Your HP USB PC web camera kit contains:

  • 1 HP USB PC web camera
  • 2 HP USB PC camera bases
  • 1 Software and Drivers CD-ROM
  • 1 HP support part-number sticker
  • 1 Installation Guide
  • 1 Attention Windows 2000 Users document
  • 1 Information Guide (this document).
  • Known Limitations The software and drivers CD-ROM contains applications that enable you to use your USB web camera on the Internet. The applications enable you to:
  • create a web album
  • create a web cam
  • broadcast a live video.
  • These functions may not work if you are in a large office environment with a firewall and proxies. In this event, contact your network administrator. The following functions will still operate:
  • Video and picture creation
  • Video emails.
  • Assembling Your USB Camera Two camera bases are supplied with your HP USB PC web camera. The camera rest (a) is for use with CRT and some LCD monitors. HP recommend that you use the camera stand (b) with OmniBooks and most LCD monitors. 1 Assemble the camera eye and base as shown. 2 PPPPllllaaaacccce e e e tttthhhhe e e e HHHHP

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    2 English Using Your USB Camera

    Note

    Your HP USB web camera is supported on Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000 and Windows XP operating systems. Windows 2000 users must read the Attention Windows 2000 Users document supplied in the kit. Windows XP automatically detects your USB camera when it is first connected and uses the appropriate native driver. There is no need to use the CD-ROM provided. For software installation instructions, refer to the Logitech Installation Guide. Under Windows XP, not all features of your USB camera will be supported. Positioning Your USB Camera Refer to the Logitech Installation Guide for information on connecting your USB camera to your computer. Once your computer has restarted, the Logitech QuickCam Test window will open. The window shows the view from your USB camera. Make sure that your USB camera is positioned centrally on top of your monitor. If you are using your USB camera with the camera fixing clamp, place it on your OmniBook or LCD monitor as shown in the picture below: If you are using your USB camera with the camera base, place it on your monitor with the Logitech logo on the camera rest facing you (see picture below). Direct the lens by tilting the camera eye upwards or downwards until the picture in the Logitech QuickCam Test window is satisfactory. Adjusting the Focus Turn the grey focus ring clockwise or anti-clockwise to sharpen or soften the focus until the picture in the Logitech QuickCam Test window is satisfactory. Your OmniBook or LCD monitor Use the pivot to direct the lens

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    English 3 HP Hardware Warranty This HP accessory is covered by a limited hardware warranty for a period of one year from the date of purchase by the original end-user. The type of service provided is return to an HP or repair-authorized reseller service-center. At Hewlett-Packard's discretion, a defective accessory will be repaired or replaced by a new unit, either of the same type or of an equivalent model. If this accessory is purchased and used together with an HP PC, it will be covered by the warranty of the PC, under the same conditions of service and duration. Please, refer to the warranty statement provided with your HP PC for warranty limitations, customer responsibilities and other terms and conditions.

    For Consumer Transactions In Australia And New Zealand: The

    Warranty Terms Contained In This Statement, Except To The

    Extent Lawfully Permitted, Do Not Exclude, Restrict Or Modify

    And Are In Addition To The Mandatory Statutory Rights Applicable

    To The Sale Of This Product To You.

    For HP support services, visit the following HP web sites: for HP Vectra support: www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport for HP Brio support: www.hp.com/go/briosupport for HP Kayak support: www.hp.com/go/kayaksupport for HP e-pc support: www.hp.com/go/e-pcsupport

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    4 English Regulatory Information FCC Class B (for USA Only) Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, 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 correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit to the one the receiver is connected to. Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Hewlett-Packard’s FCC Compliance Tests were conducted using HP-supported peripheral devices or modifications not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void the user’s authority to operate. For compliance information ONLY, USA contact: Hewlett-Packard Company, Corporate Product Regulations Manager, 3000 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304. Phone (650) 857-1501. Notice for Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Notice for Japan Notice for Korea

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    50% Part Number: P1978-90127 Printed 10/01 in Paper not bleached with chlorine

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