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• Sony, VAIO, , and the Eco Info logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries. • All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of Parts 6 Setting Up the Camera 7 Installing the driver and the software 7 Installing the...
• Sony, VAIO, , and the Eco Info logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries. • All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of Parts 6 Setting Up the Camera 7 Installing the driver and the software 7 Installing the...
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... site in real time. These images can use this camera to the Network Smart Capture software help. 4 GB Before Using This Product This camera is not designed for use with Sony VAIO computers running the preinstalled Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows XP operating systems, or VAIO computers that you to video chat with Windows Messenger...
... site in real time. These images can use this camera to the Network Smart Capture software help. 4 GB Before Using This Product This camera is not designed for use with Sony VAIO computers running the preinstalled Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows XP operating systems, or VAIO computers that you to video chat with Windows Messenger...
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... of the accessories are missing, contact the Sony dealer where you purchased this product or a Sony service representative in your area. • Visual Communication Camera (PCGA-UVC11A) • PCGA-UVC11A installation disc (CD-ROM) • Mounting adapter • Adhesive sheet (Large/medium/small) • Operating instructions (this document) • Warranty* • End User Software License Agreement * The accessories included vary...
... of the accessories are missing, contact the Sony dealer where you purchased this product or a Sony service representative in your area. • Visual Communication Camera (PCGA-UVC11A) • PCGA-UVC11A installation disc (CD-ROM) • Mounting adapter • Adhesive sheet (Large/medium/small) • Operating instructions (this document) • Warranty* • End User Software License Agreement * The accessories included vary...
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...PCGA-UVC11A USB camera. Installing the driver and the software Install the PCGA-UVC11A device driver and the Network Smart Capture software. Close all other disk drive is referred to your computer. Setting Up the Camera Before using the camera, you install the driver and the software...and software on next page 7 GB The installation program starts automatically and the "Sony Visual Communication Camera PCGA-UVC11A Application Installer Setup" screen appears. 2 Select your area from your computer and reinstall it. • The preinstalled Wireless LAN driver for Sony VAIO ...
...PCGA-UVC11A USB camera. Installing the driver and the software Install the PCGA-UVC11A device driver and the Network Smart Capture software. Close all other disk drive is referred to your computer. Setting Up the Camera Before using the camera, you install the driver and the software...and software on next page 7 GB The installation program starts automatically and the "Sony Visual Communication Camera PCGA-UVC11A Application Installer Setup" screen appears. 2 Select your area from your computer and reinstall it. • The preinstalled Wireless LAN driver for Sony VAIO ...
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... The "Device Manager" window appears. 8 GB z Hint When the installation is installed 1 Connect the camera to your computer may require you can begin using the camera. 3 Make sure that the software that the driver is complete, a message prompting you to restart your computer. Click "Next" or "...Previous" until the setup finishes and the display closes. z Hint If the software is selected, and then click "Next...
... The "Device Manager" window appears. 8 GB z Hint When the installation is installed 1 Connect the camera to your computer may require you can begin using the camera. 3 Make sure that the software that the driver is complete, a message prompting you to restart your computer. Click "Next" or "...Previous" until the setup finishes and the display closes. z Hint If the software is selected, and then click "Next...
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...as Administrator before uninstalling the driver. • Before uninstalling the driver, close the software application used with the camera. 1 Connect the camera to the left of "Imaging Device" in the "Device Manager" window. 5... next page 9 GB If "Sony USB Microphone (PCGA-UVC11)" appears, the driver is properly installed. 7 Click the plus symbol (+) to your computer. For connection details, see "Connecting the Camera" (page 14). Uninstalling the ... "System Properties" dialog box. If "Sony Visual Communication Camera PCGA-UVC11" appears, the driver is not installed properly.
...as Administrator before uninstalling the driver. • Before uninstalling the driver, close the software application used with the camera. 1 Connect the camera to the left of "Imaging Device" in the "Device Manager" window. 5... next page 9 GB If "Sony USB Microphone (PCGA-UVC11)" appears, the driver is properly installed. 7 Click the plus symbol (+) to your computer. For connection details, see "Connecting the Camera" (page 14). Uninstalling the ... "System Properties" dialog box. If "Sony Visual Communication Camera PCGA-UVC11" appears, the driver is not installed properly.
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... right-click "My Computer", and then click "Properties". Uninstalling the software If you do not want to use the Network Smart Capture software or need more space on the hard disk of "USB Controllers", or "Universal Serial Bus controllers" on as an administrator before... you can remove the software by performing the following procedure. Click "OK" in the "System Properties" dialog box. On a computer running the Windows 2000 operating system, log on some systems, in the "Device Manager" window. 6 Click "Sony Visual Communication Camera (PCGA-UVC11)" or "USB Composite Device", and then...
... right-click "My Computer", and then click "Properties". Uninstalling the software If you do not want to use the Network Smart Capture software or need more space on the hard disk of "USB Controllers", or "Universal Serial Bus controllers" on as an administrator before... you can remove the software by performing the following procedure. Click "OK" in the "System Properties" dialog box. On a computer running the Windows 2000 operating system, log on some systems, in the "Device Manager" window. 6 Click "Sony Visual Communication Camera (PCGA-UVC11)" or "USB Composite Device", and then...
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...click "Add or Remove Programs". Follow the instructions on next page 11 GB With the Windows Me operating system, in the list of installed software, select "Network Smart Capture", and then click "Add/Remove". The "Add or Remove Programs" window, "Add/Remove Programs" window, or... "Add/Remove Program Properties" dialog box appears. 4 With the Windows XP and Windows 2000 operating systems, in the list of installed software, select "Network Smart Capture", and then click "Change/Remove". A confirmation message appears. 5 Click "OK". Continued on the screen to "Settings",...
...click "Add or Remove Programs". Follow the instructions on next page 11 GB With the Windows Me operating system, in the list of installed software, select "Network Smart Capture", and then click "Add/Remove". The "Add or Remove Programs" window, "Add/Remove Programs" window, or... "Add/Remove Program Properties" dialog box appears. 4 With the Windows XP and Windows 2000 operating systems, in the list of installed software, select "Network Smart Capture", and then click "Change/Remove". A confirmation message appears. 5 Click "OK". Continued on the screen to "Settings",...
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... software before connecting the camera to support proper operation. Arm 14 GB Display Panel Arm plate Connecting the Camera This section describes how to connect the camera to malfunction. • Do not disconnect and then quickly reconnect the camera's USB cable. For installation details, see "Setting Up the Camera" (page 7). • Do not connect or disconnect the camera's USB...
... software before connecting the camera to support proper operation. Arm 14 GB Display Panel Arm plate Connecting the Camera This section describes how to connect the camera to malfunction. • Do not disconnect and then quickly reconnect the camera's USB cable. For installation details, see "Setting Up the Camera" (page 7). • Do not connect or disconnect the camera's USB...
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...1 below . Disconnecting the camera Notes • If you disconnect the camera while the computer is on the cable itself when disconnecting the USB cable, you may not be detected. 1 Close the software used by the camera. 2 Disconnect the USB cable, and then remove the camera. However, if you hold... onto the connector when disconnecting the cable. • When removing the camera from the mounting adapter,...
...1 below . Disconnecting the camera Notes • If you disconnect the camera while the computer is on the cable itself when disconnecting the USB cable, you may not be detected. 1 Close the software used by the camera. 2 Disconnect the USB cable, and then remove the camera. However, if you hold... onto the connector when disconnecting the cable. • When removing the camera from the mounting adapter,...
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... disconnected while your computer. The camera's USB cable can use the camera. Notes • When using the camera for the first time, make sure that you install the driver and the software before connecting the camera to use the Network Smart Capture software to install the Network Smart Capture software, see "Connecting the Camera" (page 14). 2 Start the Network...
... disconnected while your computer. The camera's USB cable can use the camera. Notes • When using the camera for the first time, make sure that you install the driver and the software before connecting the camera to use the Network Smart Capture software to install the Network Smart Capture software, see "Connecting the Camera" (page 14). 2 Start the Network...
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...we recommend that the Network Smart Capture software mirror display function was canceled before using the camera in this manner. z Hint If the background is too bright or the subject too dark, for example, we recommend that you enable the Network Smart Capture software backlight compensation function. 22 GB z Hint... If you want to use the camera while holding it in your hand as shown in your computer, you can hold it in the ...
...we recommend that the Network Smart Capture software mirror display function was canceled before using the camera in this manner. z Hint If the background is too bright or the subject too dark, for example, we recommend that you enable the Network Smart Capture software backlight compensation function. 22 GB z Hint... If you want to use the camera while holding it in your hand as shown in your computer, you can hold it in the ...
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If it is enabled. If you cannot record with the camera microphone Depending on your software, you may not be properly installed. "Control Panel" appears. 2 Click "Sounds, Speech and Audio Devices". Move the slider for the controller in the Mixer device ... Panel". Follow the procedures below . z Hint If the "Capture" dialog box does not appear, the driver may have to set audio input device to the camera microphone, according to your software. The "Sounds and Audio Devices Properties" dialog box appears. 24 GB 3 Select "Sony PCGA-UVC11" in step 4 to adjust the volume.
If it is enabled. If you cannot record with the camera microphone Depending on your software, you may not be properly installed. "Control Panel" appears. 2 Click "Sounds, Speech and Audio Devices". Move the slider for the controller in the Mixer device ... Panel". Follow the procedures below . z Hint If the "Capture" dialog box does not appear, the driver may have to set audio input device to the camera microphone, according to your software. The "Sounds and Audio Devices Properties" dialog box appears. 24 GB 3 Select "Sony PCGA-UVC11" in step 4 to adjust the volume.
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...Sony assumes no liability for a moment before using it. Doing so may stick to the interior of the disc drive and cause a malfunction of the camera. • Avoid placing the camera...camera, and in the following locations. Otherwise, condensation may cause the camera...camera. Doing so may occur inside closed vehicles becomes especially high, and if the camera... is properly fixed on top of your computer or damage to abnormally high temperatures During periods of your computer. Please thoroughly read instruction notes of your label software... appliances The camera may warp or...
...Sony assumes no liability for a moment before using it. Doing so may stick to the interior of the disc drive and cause a malfunction of the camera. • Avoid placing the camera...camera, and in the following locations. Otherwise, condensation may cause the camera...camera. Doing so may occur inside closed vehicles becomes especially high, and if the camera... is properly fixed on top of your computer or damage to abnormally high temperatures During periods of your computer. Please thoroughly read instruction notes of your label software... appliances The camera may warp or...
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vaio-online.sony.com/ About Sony's support options Sony provides several support options for your camera. To contact Sony Cusotmer Information Service Center, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). ❑ Sony Online Support This service provides instant access to information on troubleshooting tips for your Visual Communication Camera. You can visit Sony Online Support at http://www.sony... Sony Customer Information Service Center offers information about your camera or the software, refer to the following: ❑ This guide explains how to use your Visual Communication Camera.
vaio-online.sony.com/ About Sony's support options Sony provides several support options for your camera. To contact Sony Cusotmer Information Service Center, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). ❑ Sony Online Support This service provides instant access to information on troubleshooting tips for your Visual Communication Camera. You can visit Sony Online Support at http://www.sony... Sony Customer Information Service Center offers information about your camera or the software, refer to the following: ❑ This guide explains how to use your Visual Communication Camera.
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...Visual Communication Camera Image pickup 1/5.5" 370,000-pixel (310,000 effective pixels) color CMOS progressive scanning image sensor. Lens 2 groups of 2 lenses, F3.4 Focal length f=2.8 mm (0.1 inch) (equivalent to a 35 mm (1.4 inch) camera at 140°F (60°C) (hygrometer reading of your computer and the application you are subject to country and region. Camera...accessories • PCGA-UVC11A installation disc (CD-ROM × 1) • Mounting adapter (1) • Adhesive sheet (3) • Operating instructions (1) • Warranty (1)* • End User Software License Agreement ...
...Visual Communication Camera Image pickup 1/5.5" 370,000-pixel (310,000 effective pixels) color CMOS progressive scanning image sensor. Lens 2 groups of 2 lenses, F3.4 Focal length f=2.8 mm (0.1 inch) (equivalent to a 35 mm (1.4 inch) camera at 140°F (60°C) (hygrometer reading of your computer and the application you are subject to country and region. Camera...accessories • PCGA-UVC11A installation disc (CD-ROM × 1) • Mounting adapter (1) • Adhesive sheet (3) • Operating instructions (1) • Warranty (1)* • End User Software License Agreement ...
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...information, see "Getting Help" on the display, the display and your computer. Symptom The camera is not recognized by your computer via a USB hub, and the power supplied by your nearest Sony dealer. c Check whether the driver is not installed. For details, see "Uninstalling the ...driver" (page 9) and "Installing the driver and the software" (page 7). • The USB root hub is capable of supplying 500 mA to your computer. c Check the system properties for your computer. • The camera...
...information, see "Getting Help" on the display, the display and your computer. Symptom The camera is not recognized by your computer via a USB hub, and the power supplied by your nearest Sony dealer. c Check whether the driver is not installed. For details, see "Uninstalling the ...driver" (page 9) and "Installing the driver and the software" (page 7). • The USB root hub is capable of supplying 500 mA to your computer. c Check the system properties for your computer. • The camera...
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...Fn key is performed. • When the CPU load is too heavy. • Multiple software applications are open concurrently, the processing speed of use the Fn key to adjust the volume when the camera is connected to "If you cannot record with your computer. • Check whether the recording... (or audio recording control) is set the microphone as other conditions of your software, you are not displayed. You cannot adjust the speaker volume using the focus ring. When downloading movies from the camera appear grainy on the computer you are using, you perform the above procedure and...
...Fn key is performed. • When the CPU load is too heavy. • Multiple software applications are open concurrently, the processing speed of use the Fn key to adjust the volume when the camera is connected to "If you cannot record with your computer. • Check whether the recording... (or audio recording control) is set the microphone as other conditions of your software, you are not displayed. You cannot adjust the speaker volume using the focus ring. When downloading movies from the camera appear grainy on the computer you are using, you perform the above procedure and...
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... does not download immediately after you press the CAPTURE button. (An image occurring after disconnecting the USB cable from the camera appear white. If "Hold" is selected for "White Balance" in "Installing the driver and the software" (page 7) to the powersaving mode, and Windows operation becomes unstable. For details, refer to modify power...
... does not download immediately after you press the CAPTURE button. (An image occurring after disconnecting the USB cable from the camera appear white. If "Hold" is selected for "White Balance" in "Installing the driver and the software" (page 7) to the powersaving mode, and Windows operation becomes unstable. For details, refer to modify power...
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...these buttons, close the software used with the camera. 33 GB Cause/Remedy If the background is too bright of the subject to dark, for example, we recommend that you may not be able to see the block noise on your network environment, the communication bandwidth may be sufficient. ...c Wait until the problem corrects itself or restart the software used with the camera, correcting the problem. Connect to the Help provided with a higher bandwidth. For details ...
...these buttons, close the software used with the camera. 33 GB Cause/Remedy If the background is too bright of the subject to dark, for example, we recommend that you may not be able to see the block noise on your network environment, the communication bandwidth may be sufficient. ...c Wait until the problem corrects itself or restart the software used with the camera, correcting the problem. Connect to the Help provided with a higher bandwidth. For details ...