Acer 9800 manual Capturing photos/videos, Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam, Capture settings

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Capture settings

From the Camera Settings window, click the Driver Settings button. The Properties window appears.

Device Settings allows you to change the camera brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, sharpness, etc.

Advanced Settings allows you to activate gain control, implement image mirror, select image enhancements and anti-flicker settings, and turn on/off the camera indicator.

Zoom/Face Track Settings allows you to adjust the zoom level and turn the face-tracking feature on or off.

Capturing photos/videos

To capture a photo or a video clip, rotate the Acer OrbiCam to get the desired angle, then click the Take a Picture or Record a Video button. The Windows Picture and Fax Viewer or the Windows Media Player automatically launches to display/play a preview of the photo/video clip.

Note: By default, all photos and videos are saved in the My

Pictures and My Videos folder.

Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam

The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as the capture device of any Instant Messenger (IM) application. To use the Acer OrbiCam as a webcam, open the IM service, then select the video/webcam feature. You can now broadcast from your location to an IM partner anywhere in the world.

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Contents Users Guide Aspire 9800 SeriesPage Safety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical powerProduct servicing Replacing the battery pack Telephone line safety Disposal instructionsMercury advisory Tips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zoneTaking care of your vision Vii Developing good work habitsFirst things first Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Contents Page Page Page Page Empowering Technology password Acer Empowering TechnologyAcer eNet Management Empowering Technology AC mode Adapter mode Acer ePower ManagementDC mode Battery mode To create a new power profileBattery status Empowering Technology Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Acer ePerformance Management Your Acer notebook tour Front viewDescription Closed front view Icon Description Left view Right view Icon Item Description Rear viewBase view Specifications English English English English English Acpi Function Description IndicatorsEasy-launch buttons Easy-launch button Default applicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboardWindows keys HotkeysKey Description Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F1 Acer EmpoweringFn + F2 Technology onEuro symbol Special keysUS dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lockAudio Adjusting the volumeGetting to know your Acer OrbiCam Acer OrbiCamRotating the Acer OrbiCam # ItemChanging the Acer OrbiCam settings ResolutionLaunching the Acer OrbiCam Camera Settings Basic settingsOptions Capture settings Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcamCapturing photos/videos Pictures and My Videos folderEnabling the Acer VisageON Using the face tracking feature Using video effects selected models only Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the system utilitiesLaunch Manager Norton AntiVirus How do I check for viruses?Scans panel, click Run Full System Scan Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen Keyboard does not respond No audio is heard from the computerInfrared port does not work Printer does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Acer Arcade Button remote control SAP Remote functionsFinding and playing content SettingsDisplay Settings Arcade controls Audio SettingsNavigation controls Player controlsVirtual keyboard Background modeCinema Slide Show settings AlbumEditing Pictures Playing a video file VideoCapturing video TV models only SnapshotEditing video MusicTime-shift functionality TV for selected modelsRecorded TV TV settingsScheduling recordings Program guideSignal settings Using TeleText functionsChannel settings Recording settingsMake DVDs Authoring CD/DVDsFile type compatibility Taking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to bring to meetingsWhat to take with you Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerSpecial considerations What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerUsing a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsExpanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Fast Infrared FIR Built-in network featureIeee 1394 port Universal Serial Bus USBPC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card ExpressCard Inserting an ExpressCardEjecting an ExpressCard Installing memory Connecting your TV and AV-in cables PAL/SECAM and Ntsc systemsAcer DVB-T digital antenna To set up the antenna AV-in cable Boot sequence Bios utilityEnable disk-to-disk recovery PasswordUsing software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Acer eRecovery Management Power managementRestore from backup Create backupRe-install bundled software without CD Create factory default image CDChange password Troubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action English Regulations and safety notices Energy Star guidelines complianceFCC notice Operation conditions Modem noticesRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesList of applicable countries TBREnglish Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General European Union EUEN 61000-3-2/-3 FCC RF safety requirement English Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking LCD panel ergonomic specifications CD-ROM Index102

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