SPC530NC User manual
What’s in the box? EN Please check that the following items are packed in the Philips SPC530NC box.They are provided to help you set up and use your Philips SPC530NC. SPC 530 NC Installation CD v.1.
EN Legend of functions 1 7 2 6 3 4 5 1 Snapshot button Enables you to take photos without using your mouse. 2 Focus ring For manually adjusting the focus of the lens. 3 Rotating foot For manually changing the vertical angle of the WebCam. 4 Clamp with rubber rims / camera foot For attaching the WebCam to your (flat panel) PC monitor or laptop screen. The clamp can be folded when the WebCam is placed on a desk or (large) desktop monitor.
Contents 3 What’s in the box? 4 Legend of functions 5 Contents 6 Welcome 7 Things you should know 7 7 Safety precautions Copyright 8 8 10 11 11 12 15 16 17 17 18 19 20 21 21 21 22 22 22 22 23 23 25 26 27 EN Installation Installing the WebCam software Connecting the WebCam to your PC / laptop WebCam settings General settings Video settings Audio settings Features settings Operating the WebCam Selecting your WebCam Capturing images / making video recordings Instant messenging and Internet
EN Welcome The Philips SPC530NC WebCam you have just purchased is manufactured to the highest standards and will give you years of trouble-free use. Brilliant images and blazing colors, that's what you get with the SPC530NC WebCam. After installation, the new WebCam can be used for all sorts of applications, such as: • Video: use the Philips SPC530NC WebCam for video chatting and video calling.
Things you should know EN Please read the following instructions carefully, and retain them for future reference. It may be helpful to have the instructions for use for the PC at hand for reference. Safety precautions Observe the following guidelines to ensure that the WebCam will operate safely and to prevent defects. • Do not use your WebCam in environments outside the following range: temperature: 0°C to 40°C, relative humidity: 45% ~ 85%.
EN Installation Installing the WebCam software The software supplied only works on PCs with the operating systems Microsoft® Windows® XP and Vista. Notes! – Unplug all your USB devices (except USB keyboard and USB mouse) before you start. – Do not plug in your WebCam yet. Run the Installation CD-ROM first. – Have your Windows® CD-ROM at hand. 1 Place the installation CD-ROM in your PC’s / laptop’s CD-ROM / DVD drive. > After a couple of seconds the ‘Language selection’ screen appears.
Installation EN Or: Select the second option if you wish to continue installation. Click ‘Next’ to continue. > The ‘Installation’ screen appears. The items that can be installed are shown on the left side of the screen. An explanation of each item is given on the right side. All items are already selected for installation. 5 Click the 'Next' button if you wish to install all items. Or: If there are certain items you do not wish to install, check the boxes before these items.
Installation EN Connecting the WebCam to your PC / laptop 5 5 3 6 3 1 Be sure to run the installation CD first, before connecting the WebCam to the PC / laptop. 2 Turn on the PC / laptop. 3 Connect the USB connector of the USB cable to the USB port of the PC / laptop. > The WebCam will now derive its power from the PC / laptop. 4 Aim the webcam as required. 5 Use the clamp and the two rubber rims to attach the WebCam to your PC monitor or laptop screen.
WebCam settings EN The Philips SPC530NC video properties can be changed: - from within an application; - by clicking the VProperty icon ‘ ’ in the Windows taskbar, bottom right of your screen; - by selecting ‘PC Camera Settings’ under ‘Preferences’ in the VLounge selection screen; - by clicking the ‘ ’ icon in the VLounge selection screen. General settings 1 2 1 Flickerless image The Flickerless image option should only be used under flickering light conditions (e.g.
EN WebCam settings Video settings 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ! @ # $ % ^ 3 Full automatic control: on/off This full automatic control mode provides a very easy way to get the best out of your Philips SPC530NC WebCam. Or you can choose to have maximum manual control over the WebCam settings by switching the full automatic control mode off. Full automatic control 'on' is the preferred setting for normal use.
WebCam settings EN 5 Auto Exposure The exposure is the amount of light received by the sensor and is determined by how long the sensor is exposed to capture a snapshot or video frame.The result depends on the sensitivity of the sensor.The WebCam will find the optimal setting if you select the automatic exposure option. Shutter speed The shutter speed determines how long the camera shutter remains open as a picture is taken.The slower the shutter speed, the longer the exposure time.
EN WebCam settings 0 Brightness Brightness enables you to adjust the brightness of the displayed image or video to suit your own preference. Use the slider to find your preferred setting. ! Contrast Contrast enables you to control the ratio between dark and light according to your own preference. Use the slider to find your preferred setting. @ Gamma Gamma enables you to brighten dark areas within the displayed image or video and visualize more details without over-exposing already light areas.
WebCam settings EN Audio settings & * & Noise reduction Noise reduction significantly reduces all stationary noises picked up by the WebCam's microphone, such as the noise made by the air conditioning and the fan inside your computer.The result is a clear sound, free of noise, more listening comfort and easier communication. * Volume slider This slider provides manual control over the microphone.
EN WebCam settings Features settings ( ) ( Face tracking If you enable the face tracking option the WebCam will track your face.This will give your more convenience while video chatting, because you don’t need to sit still during your video conversation. ) Digital zoom Use the digital zoom option to get an object closer. Digital zoom magnifies the pixels but not the actual image. It degrades image quality. Use the slider to set the desired volume level.
Operating the WebCam EN VLounge All applications can be accessed via the Philips V(ideo)-Lounge application.VLounge is the central application for easy access to your Philips WebCam. • Start VLounge: - through the Windows QuickLaunch menu in your taskbar; - via the program group ‘SPC530NC WebCam’; - by clicking the VLounge icon ‘ ’ on the desktop. > The VLounge application will now be initiated and the VLounge selection screen appears.
EN Operating the WebCam Capturing images / making video recordings In the ‘Capture’ menu you can capture images and make video recordings and transfer, preview, edit, e-mail, print and organise your photos and video recordings. • Click the ‘Capture’ tab to open the Capture menu. > The camera starts operating immediately. • Click ‘IMAGE’ to capture an image. • Click ‘VIDEO’ to start a video recording. Click ‘VIDEO’ again to stop recording.
Operating the WebCam EN Instant messenging and Internet calling (video chatting, video calling and VoIP) The Philips SPC530NC WebCam works with all free instant messenging and VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) applications such as Skype, Windows® Live Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger, AOL Messenger and QQ. 1 Click the ‘Communicate’ tab to open the Communicate menu. > The available applications are shown by their icons. 2 Click the appropriate ‘Install’ button to download and install an application.
EN Technical specifications Sensor....................................................................................VGA CMOS Real video resolution (Max.) ................................................640 x 480 Real still image resolution (Max.)........................................640 x 480 Interpolated still image resolution (Max.).......................1240 x 960 Frames per second.........................................................................30 fps F-number ...............................
Important information EN Disclaimer Philips makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Philips assumes no responsibility for any error that may appear in this document. Philips makes no commitment to update nor to keep current the information contained in this document. FCC compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
EN Important information Environmental information Disposal of your old product Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) EN How can I adjust image quality? The default settings of the Philips WebCam usually offer the best possible image quality. It might be possible that you are not completely satisfied with the current image quality. In this case, follow the steps below to adjust image quality according to you own personal preferences. 1 Click the VLounge icon ‘ VLounge. ’ on your desktop to start 2 Open the ‘Preferences’ menu. 3 Select ‘PC Camera Settings’.
EN Frequently asked questions (FAQ) 6 Click the Video tab. > The Video settings screen appears. 7 Adjust the gamma value of the displayed image or video. The gamma setting enables you to visualize more details. • Use the slider to find your preferred setting. Slide to the left to see more details; slide to the right to see less details. 8 Adjust the brightness of the displayed image or video. • Use the slider to find your preferred setting.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) EN The microphone of my Philips WebCam or headset does not work (properly). What should I do? Windows® XP (SP2) 1 Click the Windows ‘Start’ button (bottom left of your screen). 2 Open the ‘Control panel’. 3 Click ‘Sound, speech and audio devices’. 4 Click ‘Sound and Audio Devices’. 5 Click the ‘Voice’ tab in the screen that appears. 6 Set the Philips WebCam or the connected headset as default device for ‘Voice recording’. 7 Click ‘OK’ to save your settings.
EN Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Using my Philips WebCam makes my PC / laptop run slow.What should I do? 1 Close software applications that do not necessarily need to run. 2 Click the VProperty icon ‘ ’ in the Windows taskbar, bottom right of your screen; > The General settings screen appears. 3 Click the Video tab. > The Video settings screen appears. 4 Check whether Full automatic control is enabled (box checked). If enabled, disable Full automatic control by dischecking its box.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) EN How can I reset the settings of my Philips WebCam to the default factory settings? 1 Click the VProperty icon ‘ ’ in the Windows taskbar, bottom right of your screen; > The General settings screen appears. 2 Click the Video tab. > The Video settings screen appears. 3 Click the ‘Reset’ button. > All WebCam settings are now reset back to the default factory settings. 4 Click ‘OK’ to save your settings.
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