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FlexCam iCam Digital — Introduction

Important safeguards

Before operating the FlexCam iCam Digital camera, please read the entire manual thoroughly. The FlexCam iCam Digital was designed, built and tested for use indoors. Using a power supply other than the one provided or using the camera outside could damage the camera or peripheral equipment and/or create a potentially unsafe operating condition.

Do not operate the camera if the power cord is damaged or if the camera has been dropped or damaged. A qualified service technician must examine the camera before operating.

Position the cord so that it will not be tripped over, pulled on or come into contact with hot surfaces.

Always unplug the camera from the electrical outlet before cleaning or servicing.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse in water or other liquids.

Handling the camera

• All ClearOne cameras are for indoor use only.

• Do not use cameras next to food or beverages. Cameras have been tested and approved for

use in chemistry labs. However, be careful not to spill liquid or dry chemicals or solvents on

the camera.

• Do not use cameras right next to working TVs, radios, motors, transformers or magnetic

fields.

• Avoid touching the lens.To clear any dust, blow pressurized air onto the lens. Clean smears

or smudges by wiping with a lens cleaning cloth.

• Clean exterior of camera by wiping with a clean, damp cloth; do not use any abrasive

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Unpacking

Carefully remove the FlexCam iCam Digital, cables and power supply from the packaging. Ensure that you received the following items:

FlexCam iCam Digital

6' USB Cable

12' S-video

Plug

12 VDC Power

Microscope Couplers

S-video to Composite

FlexCam iCam Digital

USB Software and

26 mm, 28 mm and 34 mm

Adapter

Manual

Driver Disk

Figure 1. FlexCam iCam Digital and accessories

If any parts are missing, please call the Technical Support Group at 1-800-283-5936 (USA) or 1-801-974-3760.

ClearOne is not responsible for product damage incurred during shipment. You must make claims directly with the carrier. Inspect your shipment carefully for obvious signs of damage. If the shipment appears damaged, retain the original boxes and packing material for inspection by the carrier. Contact your carrier immediately.

chemicals.

• Use both hands whenever adjusting the neck of the camera; this will avoid any unnecessary

strain on the camera base and will keep the camera from tipping over.

• Do not attempt to take the camera apart.There are no user-serviceable components inside.

• Do not direct the lens of the camera toward the sun.This may damage the camera.

• Do not store or operate the camera under the following conditions:

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Outdoors or connected to outdoor or auxiliary power sources.

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In environments with high humidity.

System requirements

FlexCam iCam Digital

Pentium II 350 MHz or higher, PowerPC Mac or higher

Windows 98SE or later Mac OS 8.6-9.2

64 MB RAM

1 free USB port

Video Impression 1.6

64 MB RAM

200 MB free hard disk space

16-bit (or higher) color display

Apple Quick Time recommended

CD-ROM drive

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In inclement weather.

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Under severe vibration.

Photo Studio 5

64 MB RAM

50 MB free hard drive space

16-bit (or higher) color display

CD-ROM drive

Technical Services Group ~ 1-800-283-5936 (USA) ~ 1-801-974-3760

Technical Services Group ~ 1-800-283-5936 (USA) ~ 1-801-974-3760

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ClearOne comm FlexCam user manual Important safeguards, Handling the camera, Unpacking, System requirements