Panasonic PV-GS55 Using as a Web Camera, Operating environment, Installing WebCam Driver

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With a PC

Using as a Web Camera

If the Palmcorder is connected to your personal computer, you can send video and sound from the Palmcorder to the other parties via the network.

Do not connect the USB Cable until the USB Driver or WebCam Driver is installed.

This feature can be used only if both parties are using the same operating system. Please see chart below:

[Send]

 

[Receive]

[Software]

 

 

 

 

Windows XP

<OK>

Windows XP

Windows

 

 

 

Messenger

 

 

 

 

Windows XP

<NG>

Windows

 

 

 

98SE/Me/

 

 

 

2000

 

 

 

 

 

Windows

<OK>

Windows

MSN

98SE/Me/

 

98SE/Me/

Messenger

2000

 

2000

 

 

 

 

 

ªOperating environment

OS:

IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with preinstalled;

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/ Professional

(In this case of Windows XP SP1 or later is needed.)

Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition

CPU:

Intel Pentium II/Celeron 300 MHz or higher (including compatible CPU)

RAM:

32 MB or more (64 MB or more recommended)

(128 MB or more required for Windows XP)

Free hard disk space: At least 250 MB or more

Ports:

USB Terminal

To use the Palmcorder as a Web Camera, the additional minimum requirements must be met.

Graphic display:

High Color (16 bit) or more

Desktop resolution of 800k600 pixels or more

Communication Speed:

56 kbps or faster is recommended

Necessary software:

Windows Messenger 5.0 or later (Windows XP) MSN Messenger (Windows 98SE/Me/2000)

Other requirements (to send/receive audio): Sound card

Speaker or headphones and Microphone

To use the Palmcorder as a Web Camera, the following conditions must be met.

In the case of Windows XP SP1 or later is

needed.

To upgrade Windows XP to SP1, click [Start] >> [All Programs] >> [Windows Update]. (Requires internet connection.)

You have direct dial-up connection capability to the Internet. Also, you and the other person(s) are in the same Network (LAN).

Install the Windows Messenger (Windows XP) or MSN Messenger (Windows 98SE/Me/2000). If you have a version older than 5.0, please download the latest version (5.0 or later) from the Microsoft Home Page. http://www.microsoft.com/ http://www.msn.com/

(For download and installation instructions, please refer to Help on the Home Page.)

Install the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger.

If the installed version is not the latest, update it by performing the Windows update.

If you are connected to the Internet through a firewall or a router, proper communication will not be possible.

The installer is available only in English but can be used on operating systems using other languages.

When DirectX 9.0 is installed, applications supported by previous versions of DirectX may not run.

ªInstalling WebCam Driver

1Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the personal computer’s CD-ROM drive.

Quit all applications.

The [Setup] screen appears.

2Click [WebCam Driver]

The set up program starts running.

3You may be required to install DirectX 9.0 depending on the environment of the personal computer. In this case, click [Yes] to install it.

4Finish installation by following the on-screen instructions.

Click [Next] and proceed with installation. After completing the installation, Click

[Finish].

5Click [OK].

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Contents Operating Instructions Thank you for choosing Panasonic AC Adaptor≥The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adaptor PV-GS55 Important Safety Instructions Precautions Article 8 Termination of License Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the followingAudio Decoder End User License Agreement Contents Others Initializing the Modes Before Requesting Service ProblemsPalmcorder Accessory Order Form Limited Warranty For USA CustomersRecording on a Tape Quick GuideInserting a Cassette Inserting a CardRecording a Moving Picture on a Card Playing Back a TapePlaying Back a Card AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable Standard AccessoriesControls and Components Palmcorder≥Used for mounting the Palmcorder on an optional tripod DV Terminal DV≥Connect this to the digital video equipment Viewfinder -19≥Zoom speed changes in 2 stages Remote ControllerMagic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic Photoshot Button Photo Shot Microphone Switch Button TalkRemote Controller Inserting a Button-type BatteryUsing the Remote Controller Disconnecting the Power Source Power SupplyUsing the AC Adaptor Using the BatteryTo Use as a Grip Belt One-touch Free Style Grip BeltAttaching the Lens Cap Attaching the Shoulder StrapAccidental Erasure Prevention Using a Memory CardCard Access Lamp Inserting a CassetteUsing the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Turning on the PalmcorderSelecting Modes Adjusting Brightness and Color Level Using the Menu ScreenFile Selection in the Picture/MPEG4 Playback Mode List of MenusTape Recording Menu AV IN/OUT Tape Playback MenuCard Recording Menu 12bit AudioMPEG4 Playback Mode Picture Playback MenuCard Format Formatting a Card -44-3 Digital Audio Recording Mode Setting Date and TimeInternal Lithium Battery Recharge LP ModeTo Check the Recording About RecordingRecording on a Tape Recording LampDigital Still Picture Recording a Still Picture on a Card PhotoshotFinding the End of Recording To Add a Sound while RecordingSelecting the Quality of MPEG4 Recording images Recording a Moving Picture on a Card MPEG4RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording YourselfTo Take Close-up Shots of Small Subjects Self-timer RecordingQuick Start Zoom In/Out FunctionsDigital Zoom Function Image Stabilizer FunctionTo Use the Zoom Microphone Function Fade In/Out Functions Backlight Compensation FunctionMagicPix Functions Soft Skin Function Wind Noise Reduction FunctionCinema Function Recording in Natural Colors Recording in Special SituationsAbout White Balance Sensor Adjusting White Balance ManuallyManual Shutter Speed Adjustment Manual Focus AdjustmentManual Iris Adjustment Digital Effect Functions Multi-Picture ModeTo Display the Multi-Pictures Again Picture-in-Picture ModeWipe Mode and Mix Mode Deleting All the Captured Multi-PicturesCue/Review Playback Adjusting the Sound VolumePlaying Back a Tape Finding a Scene You Want to Play BackPlayback with Zoom Lever Slow Motion PlaybackStill Playback/Still Advance Playback Variable Speed Search FunctionScene Index Search Index Search FunctionsPlayback Zoom Function Photoshot Index SearchPlaying Back a Card Playback Digital Effect FunctionsTo Pause the Slide Show When you select MPEG4 Playback Mode at StepSlide Show To Select a Desired File and Playing BackAdding a Title Creating a TitleCard Writing Printing Data on a CardProtecting the Files on a Card Deleting the Files Recorded on aTo Resume Normal Moving Picture Size Formatting a CardEnlarging a Movie Picture Size To Select and Delete All FilesPress the OSD Button 55 on the Remote Controller Playing Back on Your TVTo Make the Indications Appear on the TV Screen Recording from a Tape onto a Card Recording Pictures from a Card onto a TapeAudio Dubbing To Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre-recorded Sound To Cancel Audio DubbingCopying on an S-VHS or a VHS Cassette To Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio DubbingUsing the DV Cable for Recording Recording the Contents of Other EquipmentInstalling USB Driver Using the Software with a ComputerUsing USB Driver Software Installation WindowsFor Windows 2000 Users Connecting Computer PalmcorderFor Using Built-in SD Drive Click OK when the Restarting Windows Dialogue appearsUsing as a Web Camera Installing WebCam DriverOperating environment Start the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger Setting up the Windows Messenger≥It enters WEB Camera Mode For Windows 98SE/Me UsersGraphic display Using the DV Studio 3.1E-SESetting up the MSN Messenger Click Sign Type in your Sign-in name and passwordDV Studio3 Using the G.726 Audio DecoderTo start DV Studio 3.1E-SE InstructionsUsing the ArcSoft Software Other requirements Installation of ArcSoft Software SuiteAfter the completion of setup, click on Finish For WindowsTo start software in the ArcSoft Software Suite To disconnect USB cable safely≥When Mode Dial 43 is turned to change modes If you no longer need software or driver UninstallFiles recorded on a SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard About the SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCardAbout the compatibility of the card Files MultiMediaCardFolder Jpeg formatFiles in which Dpof Data has Been set to the image are in thisIndications Initializing the Modes To Change the Counter Display ModeTo Change the Display Mode When using Tape Recording ModeInserting/Removing the Cassette Concerning the Power SupplyQuick Start Alarm SoundsRecording Check Recording on a CardZoom Microphone Function Self-timer RecordingZoom In/Out Functions Tele-Macro FunctionWhite Balance Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Iris Adjustment Program AEPlayback Digital Effect Functions Playing BackIndex Search Functions Playback Zoom FunctionAdding a Title Lock SettingSlide Show Creating a TitleRecording the Contents of Other Equipment Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital DubbingAfter Use Condensation About AC AdaptorVideo Head Clogging and Care Optimal Use of the BatteryLCD Monitor LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens HoodUp the charged capacity CassetteBefore Requesting Service Problems and Solutions Focus Auto Focus AdjustmentExplanation of Terms Digital Video SystemMemory Stop Function Time CodeUSB SpecificationsPicture Fine Normal Economy Quality 8MB Accessory# Description Palmcorder Accessory SystemAM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-1030 AM SAT, Pacific Time Palmcorder Accessory Order Form For USA CustomersRequest for Service Notice USA Only Request for Service NoticePanasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty For USA CustomersNpcparts@panasonic.com Customer Services DirectoryAccessory Purchases Centralized Factory ServicenterFax 604 278-5627 403 274-5493 905 238-2418 Warranty For Canadian Customers Panasonic Canada IncAmbler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Camcorder Product One 1 year, parts and labourRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording Check IndexViewfinder Grabación en una cinta Spanish Quick Use Guide Guía española para el uso rápidoColocación del cassette Inserción de la tarjetaReproducción de una cinta Grabación de una imagen fija en una Tarjeta PhotoshotGrabación de una imagen en Movimiento en una tarjeta MPEG4 Reproducción de la tarjetaPanasonic Canada Inc