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Contents 5 Getting Started 6 Setting Up iSight 18 Using iSight 18 Opening the Lens 19 Using iChat AV 19 Video Conferencing 21 Sending Video One-Way 21 Audio Conferencing 22 Setting Your Buddy Icon 22 Using iSight With Other Video Applications 23 Tips and Troubleshooting 26 Learning More, Service, and Support 26 iChat AV Onscreen Help 27 Online Resources 27 Obtaining Warranty Service 3
Contents 5 Getting Started 6 Setting Up iSight 18 Using iSight 18 Opening the Lens 19 Using iChat AV 19 Video Conferencing 21 Sending Video One-Way 21 Audio Conferencing 22 Setting Your Buddy Icon 22 Using iSight With Other Video Applications 23 Tips and Troubleshooting 26 Learning More, Service, and Support 26 iChat AV Onscreen Help 27 Online Resources 27 Obtaining Warranty Service 3
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... use iChat AV outside your iSight camera. Getting Started 1 Congratulations on purchasing your local network) • A broadband Internet connection using a DSL or cable modem, or over a local area network (LAN) • Someone to video chat with You can get started video conferencing with friends, colleagues, and family in real-time, full-motion video and audio. Otherwise, to purchase iChat AV, go to www.apple.com/ichat. • A .Mac, America Online...
... use iChat AV outside your iSight camera. Getting Started 1 Congratulations on purchasing your local network) • A broadband Internet connection using a DSL or cable modem, or over a local area network (LAN) • Someone to video chat with You can get started video conferencing with friends, colleagues, and family in real-time, full-motion video and audio. Otherwise, to purchase iChat AV, go to www.apple.com/ichat. • A .Mac, America Online...
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Setting Up iSight iSight includes the following components: iSight carrying case Flat-panel display and flat-panel iMac mount eMac and desktop mount iSight Cable adapter Magnetic display mount PowerBook and iBook mount FireWire cable To set up iSight, you 'll mount iSight on your computer or desktop, and check to video chat. Then you 'll download and install iChat AV, the software used with iSight to see that iSight is working. 6 Getting Started
Setting Up iSight iSight includes the following components: iSight carrying case Flat-panel display and flat-panel iMac mount eMac and desktop mount iSight Cable adapter Magnetic display mount PowerBook and iBook mount FireWire cable To set up iSight, you 'll mount iSight on your computer or desktop, and check to video chat. Then you 'll download and install iChat AV, the software used with iSight to see that iSight is working. 6 Getting Started
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...Don't Already Have iChat AV, Purchase and Install It iChat AV is included free with Mac OS X v10.3 or later. Step 3: Attach iSight to www.apple.com/ichat. Then skip to step 4 (page 11) to attach iSight to www.apple.com/register. Step 1: Register Your iSight Go to the mount. Simply push the ..., to purchase and install iChat AV, go to a Mount 1 Choose a mount, depending on where you have an anodized aluminum Apple display, use the magnetic display mount. Magnetic display mount Warning Do not place the magnetic mount near a CRT display, an iPod, an external hard disk, or any other...
...Don't Already Have iChat AV, Purchase and Install It iChat AV is included free with Mac OS X v10.3 or later. Step 3: Attach iSight to www.apple.com/ichat. Then skip to step 4 (page 11) to attach iSight to www.apple.com/register. Step 1: Register Your iSight Go to the mount. Simply push the ..., to purchase and install iChat AV, go to a Mount 1 Choose a mount, depending on where you have an anodized aluminum Apple display, use the magnetic display mount. Magnetic display mount Warning Do not place the magnetic mount near a CRT display, an iPod, an external hard disk, or any other...
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... the camera icon next to your picture in use iChat AV, you need a .Mac, America Online (AOL), or AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) account. iChat AV opens automatically. Getting Started 17 Important: If you haven't used iChat before, a setup assistant helps you set it isn't already on setting up for a .Mac account, go to a local area network (LAN), or you need to be connected to www.mac.com. When iSight...
... the camera icon next to your picture in use iChat AV, you need a .Mac, America Online (AOL), or AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) account. iChat AV opens automatically. Getting Started 17 Important: If you haven't used iChat before, a setup assistant helps you set it isn't already on setting up for a .Mac account, go to a local area network (LAN), or you need to be connected to www.mac.com. When iSight...
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Using iSight 1 With iSight, you can chat using voice only. If a friend has a microphone but no camera, you can talk, too. When iSight is in microphone, so you can video chat with other iChat AV users in real-time, full-motion video. iSight has a built-in use and capturing video, a green light appears on iSight. 18 Opening the Lens To open the lens and turn on top of the unit. On-air light Rotate the lens ring to open the iSight lens, rotate the lens ring so the two circles are aligned.
Using iSight 1 With iSight, you can chat using voice only. If a friend has a microphone but no camera, you can talk, too. When iSight is in microphone, so you can video chat with other iChat AV users in real-time, full-motion video. iSight has a built-in use and capturing video, a green light appears on iSight. 18 Opening the Lens To open the lens and turn on top of the unit. On-air light Rotate the lens ring to open the iSight lens, rotate the lens ring so the two circles are aligned.
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For more information about setting up and using text, send files, and have group text chats. Using iSight 19 Video Conferencing To start a video chat: 1 Open iChat AV if it , to video chat. Using iChat AV iChat AV is the software you aren't using it isn't already open. You can also have voice chats, chat using iChat AV: n Open iChat AV and choose Help > iChat Help. Note: If you connect iSight to a PowerBook or iBook that isn't connected to power, you may wish to disconnect iSight when you use with iSight to conserve battery power.
For more information about setting up and using text, send files, and have group text chats. Using iSight 19 Video Conferencing To start a video chat: 1 Open iChat AV if it , to video chat. Using iChat AV iChat AV is the software you aren't using it isn't already open. You can also have voice chats, chat using iChat AV: n Open iChat AV and choose Help > iChat Help. Note: If you connect iSight to a PowerBook or iBook that isn't connected to power, you may wish to disconnect iSight when you use with iSight to conserve battery power.
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... has a microphone, you look at the chat window. 2 Click the camera icon next to a buddy in the direction of your invitation, you look onscreen. Camera icon indicates the user can video chat Phone icon indicates the user can voice chat Click the Add button to add a buddy to your list A preview image appears so you can see how you can get the best view of iSight when...
... has a microphone, you look at the chat window. 2 Click the camera icon next to a buddy in the direction of your invitation, you look onscreen. Camera icon indicates the user can video chat Phone icon indicates the user can voice chat Click the Add button to add a buddy to your list A preview image appears so you can see how you can get the best view of iSight when...
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...iChat AV, click the phone icon next to adjust speaker volume. Click the microphone button if you don't want the person to see and hear you, and if she has a microphone, you . iSight must be connected and turned on. Make some noise to hear you can send video one-way. If your...reply. Your friend can hear her name in or external microphone, you . Using iSight 21 During an audio chat, the other person isn't able to One-Way Video Chat. If you like, you can open a text chat with the person at the same time by doubleclicking her . When the person accepts your sound ...
...iChat AV, click the phone icon next to adjust speaker volume. Click the microphone button if you don't want the person to see and hear you, and if she has a microphone, you . iSight must be connected and turned on. Make some noise to hear you can send video one-way. If your...reply. Your friend can hear her name in or external microphone, you . Using iSight 21 During an audio chat, the other person isn't able to One-Way Video Chat. If you like, you can open a text chat with the person at the same time by doubleclicking her . When the person accepts your sound ...
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... also use iSight with other applications that use cameras. Or you can capture live video from iSight directly into iMovie (using iSight and set your buddy icon: 1 In iChat AV, choose Buddies > Change My Picture. 2 Click the camera button. 3 Say "cheese." For example, you can use QuickTime Broadcaster to www.apple.com/quicktime/products/broadcaster. 22 Using iSight If you don't already have placed you must download and install it...
... also use iSight with other applications that use cameras. Or you can capture live video from iSight directly into iMovie (using iSight and set your buddy icon: 1 In iChat AV, choose Buddies > Change My Picture. 2 Click the camera button. 3 Say "cheese." For example, you can use QuickTime Broadcaster to www.apple.com/quicktime/products/broadcaster. 22 Using iSight If you don't already have placed you must download and install it...
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... iSight is capturing video, a green light appears on top of iChat AV. If You Have a Dial-Up Internet Connection • To use iSight, you 're using the latest version of the unit. Tips and Troubleshooting 1 Most problems with iSight can be inserted one way. • Make sure the lens is plugged firmly into iSight and into your phone directory. To obtain broadband service, look under "Internet...
... iSight is capturing video, a green light appears on top of iChat AV. If You Have a Dial-Up Internet Connection • To use iSight, you 're using the latest version of the unit. Tips and Troubleshooting 1 Most problems with iSight can be inserted one way. • Make sure the lens is plugged firmly into iSight and into your phone directory. To obtain broadband service, look under "Internet...
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... person you must download and install it to enable iSight for best performance. If you don't already have iChat AV, you are chatting with video applications other applications. Then choose a setting from the Microphone pop-up menu. Change the angle of the speakers or move them away from the microphone and turn down the computer's volume. 24 Tips and Troubleshooting If Others...
... person you must download and install it to enable iSight for best performance. If you don't already have iChat AV, you are chatting with video applications other applications. Then choose a setting from the Microphone pop-up menu. Change the angle of the speakers or move them away from the microphone and turn down the computer's volume. 24 Tips and Troubleshooting If Others...
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... click Software Update. Then click Check Now to check for more than a few times reduces their adhesive quality. Avoid getting moisture into any openings on Your Computer or Display • Use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to remove any residue remains, you can use "Goo Gone," produced by Magic American Corporation, to remove it. Tips and Troubleshooting 25...
... click Software Update. Then click Check Now to check for more than a few times reduces their adhesive quality. Avoid getting moisture into any openings on Your Computer or Display • Use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to remove any residue remains, you can use "Goo Gone," produced by Magic American Corporation, to remove it. Tips and Troubleshooting 25...
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iChat AV Onscreen Help To access iChat Help, open iChat AV and choose Help > iChat Help. In iChat Help, you can find information on the web. Learning More, 1 Service, and Support You can find more information about using iSight and iChat AV in onscreen help and on such topics as: • Setting up iChat AV • Adjusting camera settings • Sending files • Instant messaging and chatting 26
iChat AV Onscreen Help To access iChat Help, open iChat AV and choose Help > iChat Help. In iChat Help, you can find information on the web. Learning More, 1 Service, and Support You can find more information about using iSight and iChat AV in onscreen help and on such topics as: • Setting up iChat AV • Adjusting camera settings • Sending files • Instant messaging and chatting 26
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... iSight service and support information, a variety of the United States, go to www.apple.com/support/isight. If the unit still does not function, go to www.apple.com/isight. Learning More, Service, and Support 27 For support outside of forums with product-specific information and feedback, and the latest Apple software downloads, go to www.apple.com/support and choose your country from the Multi-Lingual Support...
... iSight service and support information, a variety of the United States, go to www.apple.com/support/isight. If the unit still does not function, go to www.apple.com/isight. Learning More, Service, and Support 27 For support outside of forums with product-specific information and feedback, and the latest Apple software downloads, go to www.apple.com/support and choose your country from the Multi-Lingual Support...
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... an adult. iSight needs adequate ventilation. Operation of any electrical product and do not permit them to your computer, even if iSight is connected to handle any cables. 28 Safety and Cleaning 1 Important Safety Instructions When setting up and using iSight, remember the following: • Read all the installation instructions carefully before you plug in iSight. • Keep these instructions handy for reference...
... an adult. iSight needs adequate ventilation. Operation of any electrical product and do not permit them to your computer, even if iSight is connected to handle any cables. 28 Safety and Cleaning 1 Important Safety Instructions When setting up and using iSight, remember the following: • Read all the installation instructions carefully before you plug in iSight. • Keep these instructions handy for reference...
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... More, Service, and Support" on . • Protect iSight from direct sunlight and rain or other item that could be damaged by a magnet. Avoid Wet Locations Warning: To reduce the chance of shock or injury, do , unplug iSight before cleaning up the spill. • Depending on what you may have to send your equipment to Apple for service. Magnetic...
... More, Service, and Support" on . • Protect iSight from direct sunlight and rain or other item that could be damaged by a magnet. Avoid Wet Locations Warning: To reduce the chance of shock or injury, do , unplug iSight before cleaning up the spill. • Depending on what you may have to send your equipment to Apple for service. Magnetic...
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...; Make sure iSight is unplugged. • Use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth. For service, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 26. Handling iSight may be damaged by improper storage or handling. No user-serviceable parts are inside. Be careful not to open iSight or disassemble it. Do Not Make Repairs Yourself Warning: Do not attempt to drop iSight when using or transporting the...
...; Make sure iSight is unplugged. • Use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth. For service, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 26. Handling iSight may be damaged by improper storage or handling. No user-serviceable parts are inside. Be careful not to open iSight or disassemble it. Do Not Make Repairs Yourself Warning: Do not attempt to drop iSight when using or transporting the...
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... interference will not occur in a residential installation. Communications Regulation Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Radio and Television Interference This computer equipment generates, uses, and can determine whether your Apple product. If it is not installed and used properly-that is on circuits controlled by using one or more of the following...
... interference will not occur in a residential installation. Communications Regulation Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Radio and Television Interference This computer equipment generates, uses, and can determine whether your Apple product. If it is not installed and used properly-that is on circuits controlled by using one or more of the following...
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... Apple shielded cables and connectors between system components to radios, television sets, and other countries. For non-Apple peripheral devices, contact the manufacturer or dealer for FCC matters only): Apple Computer, Inc. VCCI Class B Statement European Community Complies with European Directives 72/23/EEC and 89/336/EEC. © 2004 Apple Computer, Inc. www.apple.com www.apple.com/support/isight...
... Apple shielded cables and connectors between system components to radios, television sets, and other countries. For non-Apple peripheral devices, contact the manufacturer or dealer for FCC matters only): Apple Computer, Inc. VCCI Class B Statement European Community Complies with European Directives 72/23/EEC and 89/336/EEC. © 2004 Apple Computer, Inc. www.apple.com www.apple.com/support/isight...