Camera Problems
lTest the Soundbar using another audio source (For example: portable CD player, MP3
player).
lAvoid using an audio cable extension or audio jack converter.
Distorted Sound
Other audio source is used
lClear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user.
lConfirm that the audio line-in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the audio
source.
lDecrease the volume of the audio source.
lTurn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar counter-clockwise to a lower volume
setting.
lClean and reseat the audio line-in plug.
Unbalanced Sound Output
Sound from only one side of
Soundbar
lClear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user.
lConfirm that the audio line-in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the sound card
or audio source.
lSet all Windows audio balance controls (L-R) to their midpoints.
lClean and reseat the audio line-in plug.
lTroubleshoot the computer's sound card.
lTest the Soundbar using another audio source (For example: portable CD player, MP3
player).
Low Volume
Volume is too low
lClear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user.
lTurn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to the maximum volume
setting.
lSet all Windows volume controls to their maximum.
lIncrease the volume of the audio application.
lTest the Soundbar using another audio source (For example: portable CD player, MP3
player).
COMMON
SYMPTOMS
WHAT YOU
EXPERIENCE
POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
No Power
The camera is
not working
and the LED is
off
If the monitor has no power, see Troubleshooting Your Monitor.
Verify if the camera is detected by Windows.
Reinstall the camera drives using the Dell SX2210 Webcam Resource CD. See Using the Camera for more information.
Camera is not
detected
The camera is
not working
and the LED is
on
Remove and insert the USB cable.
Reinstall the Dell Webcam Software and drivers. See installing your Dell Webcam Software for more information.
Poor Focus
The camera
captures fuzzy
or unclear
videos and
pictures
Verify that the protective film has been removed from the camera and the camera lens is clean.
Clean the camera surface using a damp, soft lint-free cloth.
Increase the available ambient light or change the source of light.
Reset the camera defaults through the Dell Webcam Central. See Using the Camera for more information.
Ensure that the Color Depth settings in Display Propertiesissetto16-bit color or higher.
NOTE: Lower color depth settings result in poor-quality images.
NOTE: The integrated webcam operates at a lower resolution than most commercially available digital cameras. Most
commercial digital cameras are 4 mega pixel or higher. The integrated webcam operates up to 2.0 mega pixel.
Poor quality
video on the
Internet
The camera
captures
grainy images
while using it
on the
Internet
Check your internet connection speed. A slow internet connection could cause similar problems with the video. It is
recommended to use a broadband connection with good throughput.
Color Problem
The images
are tinted red,
blue, or green
Reset the camera defaults through the Dell Webcam Central. See Using the Camera for more information.
Adjust the camera color settings through Dell Webcam Central. See Using the Camera for more information.
No Image
Blank screen
Increase the available ambient light, change the direction of the camera, or change the source of light.
Reset the camera defaults through the Dell Webcam Central. See Using the Camera for more information.
Adjust the contrast levels using the Dell Webcam Central.SeeUsing the Camera for more information.
Ensure the camera is detected correctly by the Windows operating system.
Slow frame
rate in video
capture mode
The capture
video is not
smooth
The video capture especially in high resolution is a resource intensive task, reduce the video recording resolution. Select No
Compression for video in the Video Recording settings.
Install the latest DirectX and the latest webcam driver.
Audio and
video is not
synchronized
The captured
video and
audio are not
synchronized
The video capture, especially in high resolution is a resource intensive task. Reduce the video recording resolution. Select No
Compression for video in the Video Recording settings.
Microphone is
not working
The webcam
captures video
but not sound
Speak from closer to the microphone.
Theintegratedmicrophoneisdesignedtohaveawiderreceptionareaforrecording.Butitstillhasitslimits.Trymoving
closer to the microphone or ensure that you are within the recording area for the microphone.
Check if the volume is muted. To enable sound:
1. Click Start®Control Panel®Sound and Audio Devices.
2. Click to uncheck the box next to Mute.