3-071-869-13(1) USB Camera Operating Instructions CMR-PC2 USB CMR-PC3 USB CMR-PC4 USB 2001 Sony Corporation
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Table of Contents Introduction ..............................................................................4 System Requirements ............................................................. 4 Checking Kit Contents ............................................................ 4 Identifying the Parts ................................................................5 Parts of the CMR-PC2 USB/CMR-PC3 USB ............................... 5 Parts of the CMR-PC4 USB ................................................
Introduction With your camera you can shoot both video clips and still pictures. Recorded moving pictures can be sent as video mail, or incorporated into presentations, reports or web pages. Still pictures can be used in the same manner, making your reports, E-mails and web pages more interesting. System Requirements The following system requirements must be met in order to use this camera. ❑ CPU: Pentium MMX 200 MHz or faster. (Celeron 533 MHz or faster is recommended.
• • • • • Quick Start Guide Pouch (CMR-PC2 USB/PC3 USB only) Camera monitor mount (CMR-PC2 USB/PC3 USB only) Microphone Warranty card Identifying the Parts Parts of the CMR-PC2 USB/CMR-PC3 USB Front Rear Focus ring Lens CAPTURE button (CMR-PC2 USB only) Arm plate Parts of the CMR-PC4 USB Focus ring Lens Stand Rotation knob 5
Required Settings Before You Can Use Your Camera Important Make sure that you install the provided programs before connecting your Sony USB camera. Installing the Drivers, “SONY USB CAMERA Still Capture” and “SONY USB CAMERA Video Recorder” This section describes the procedures for installing the drivers required to connect your camera and the “SONY USB CAMERA Still Capture”, “SONY USB CAMERA Video Recorder” applications that make it easy to capture still images and record movies.
4 When “SONY USB CAMERA Installer Setup Wizard” window appears, select [Next] to continue. 5 At this point you can select the folder for installation. Enter the name of the folder in which you want to install the programs, or click [Browse] to continue (installation in “C:\Program Files\SONYUSBCamera\” is recommended). Then select [Next] to continue.
6 The installation program asks for confirmation of the installation. If it is all right to start the installation, select [Next] to continue. 7 Now the “SONY USB CAMERA Drivers and Viewer” program has been installed. Click [Close] to close and exit the installation program. 8 Restart your computer. 9 After starting up the computer, click the “Start” button and confirm that “SONY USB CAMERA” has been added to the “Start” menu.
z The following items appear when you point to “SONY USB CAMERA”. Clicking on any of the items starts it. • SONY USB CAMERA Help (This is Help for SONY USB CAMERA.) • SONY USB CAMERA Operation Instructions (This is the PDF file containing the manual you are now reading.) • SONY USB CAMERA Still Capture (This is software for capturing still images with your camera.) • SONY USB CAMERA Video Recorder (This is software for recording moving pictures images with your camera.
6 If driver installation was successful, “SONY USB CAMERA Video Capture Device” is displayed under “System Properties” “Device Manager” - “Imaging Device”. Uninstalling the Drivers, “SONY USB CAMERA Still Capture” and “SONY USB CAMERA Video Recorder” If installation of the drivers fails, use the following procedure to uninstall the drivers. Then perform the installation procedure again. Note First close down the software to be used with the camera. 10 1 Disconnect your camera from the computer.
5 Click [SONY USB CAMERA Installer] in the “application list” to highlight the item. 6 Click [Add/Remove]. The uninstaller starts up, and “SONY USB CAMERA Installer” appears. 7 Choose “Remove SONY USB CAMERA Installer,” and then click [Finish]. The programs and files related to the “SONY USB CAMERA Installer” are removed. 8 Click [Close]. 9 Restart the computer.
Using Your Camera This section describes how to attach the camera to a computer and how to handle the camera. When using the CMR-PC2 USB or CMR-PC3 USB, see “Connecting the CMR-PC2 USB/CMR-PC3 USB to a Computer.” When using the CMR-PC4 USB, see “Connecting the CMR-PC4 USB to a Computer.” Connecting the CMR-PC2 USB/CMR-PC3 USB to a Computer You can connect or disconnect your camera to or from the computer while the computer is powered on.
Affix the camera monitor mount to the computer display, and then pull the arm plate open with your fingers and hook the camera onto the camera monitor mount. Camera monitor mount Arm plate Connecting the CMR-PC4 USB to a Computer You can connect or disconnect your camera to or from the computer while the computer is powered on. For details on the location of the USB connector, please see the instruction manual for the computer.
Note Be sure to install the camera in a stable location. Installing it in an unstable location may result in it falling. Attaching the Mount Before mounting the camera, make sure that the mounting surface and the surface of the suction mount are both clean and free of dust. 1 Turn the stand’s rotation knob counterclockwise to loosen the suction mount. Suction mount Rotation knob 14 2 Affix the suction mount to the mounting surface.
Removing the Mount Turn the stand’s rotation knob counterclockwise to loosen the suction mount, and then lift one edge of the suction mount to peel it away from the mounting surface. Suction mount Rotation knob Removing the Camera from the Stand Remove the camera from its stand as shown in the illustration below. Camera Stand Detaching the Camera Note • If you detach your camera while the computer is powered on, be sure to perform the following procedures.
Shooting Still Pictures with the Camera Application software is used to shoot pictures. Be sure to install the application software in advance. 1 Connect your camera. You can connect or disconnect your camera to and from the computer while the computer is powered on. For details, see “Connecting the CMR-PC2 USB/CMR-PC3 USB to a Computer” (page 12) or “Connecting the CMR-PC4 USB to a Computer” (page 13). 2 3 Start the application software. Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.
Notes on Use On placement During use or storage, do not place your camera in the following places. It may result in malfunction. • Places where the temperature becomes excessively high. Do not leave your camera in a car parked in direct sunlight. This could result in deformation and damage. • In direct sunlight or near heat sources. This could result in deformation and damage. • Dusty locations, beaches or other places with much sand or dust.
Maintenance Cleaning the camera Wipe with a dry soft cloth. If very dirty, use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. as these can damage the finish of the camera. Cleaning the lens Cleaning discs • Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Always retain discs in clean condition. • For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the centre out.
Main Specifications CMR-PC2 USB Image device 1/6” CCD (Charge Coupled Device), 350 000 pixels Lens 2 groups with 2 elements, F2.8 Focal distance f = 2.4 mm (f = 34 mm, when converted into a 35 mm still camera) White balance Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/Hold Shutter speed Auto/Shutter Priority/Hold Video capture formats/sizes RGB 24 bits/YUY2/UYVY 40 × 30, 80 × 60, 160 × 120, 176 × 144, 320 × 240, 352 × 288, 640 × 480, 800 × 600, 1024 × 768, 1152 × 864, 1280 × 960 Display frame rate Max. 30 frames/sec.
CMR-PC4 USB Image device 1/6” CMOS Sensor, 100 000 pixels Lens 2 groups with 2 elements, F2.8 Focal distance f = 2.4 mm (f = 34 mm, when converted into a 35 mm still camera) White balance Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/Hold Shutter speed Auto/Shutter Priority/Hold Video capture formats/sizes RGB 24 bits/YUY2/UYVY 40 × 30, 80 × 60, 160 × 120, 176 × 144, 320 × 240, 352 × 288, 640 × 480 Display frame rate Max. 25 frames/sec.* * Differs with the computer specifications and application usage conditions.
Troubleshooting Please use the following checklist for troubleshooting before consulting your dealer. Should any problem persist, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Symptom Cause/Remedy The computer does not recognise my camera. • The USB cable is not connected correctly. t After closing any running software, connect the cable correctly. • Driver was not installed correctly. t Once uninstall the driver, reboot the computer and then attempt to install the driver again. (See page 10.
Symptom Cause/Remedy The computer does not recognise my camera. • When your camera is connected via USB hub, sufficient power is not supplied from the hub. t Use a USB hub capable of supplying 500 mA for each port. This phenomenon is called “smear”. It is not a malfunction. When shooting a bright subject on a dark background, the image on the display shows vertical stripes radiating from the subject.
Symptom Cause/Remedy After connecting the USB cable, the “Add New Hardware Wizard” appears. • The device driver is not installed. The computer does not enter the power saving mode, but returns immediately, or the operation of Windows becomes unstable. Close all software in use, and then restart the computer. If restart fails, refer to the instruction manual for the computer and turn off the power.
Thank you for purchasing the Sony USB Camera CMR-PC2 USB/PC3 USB/PC4 USB. This camera comes with the licenced software product described below. Please read the following Software Licence Agreement before installing this software. By opening the software package and using this software, you agree to the terms of the Software Licence Agreement.
6. Warranty 1. Sony warrants the following for 30 days from the date Sony delivers the PROGRAM to the User. 1 Sony will deliver a new package of the PROGRAM at the discretion of Sony if any apparent defect is found in the disks of the PROGRAM. 2 The User shall pay the fee of the program media, shipment, and other expenses required for delivering the new package described above.
