Macally ICECAM-EU Portable USB Video Web Camera User Manual

Macally ICECAM-EU Portable USB Video Web Camera

Copyright

Copyright Notice Copyright 2004 by Macally Peripherals v1.0
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The content of this manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by Macally Peripherals. Macally Peripherals assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this book. All other product names, trademarks, and registered trademarks in this document are the property of their respective holder.

FCC Information

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his or her own risk and expense will be required to correct the interference.

Declaration of Conformity
Macally Peripherals declares that the IceCam conforms to the following standards, in accordance with the provisions of the EC Directive 89/366/EEC: EN 55022 (CISPR 22:1985), Class A.

Warranty

Macally Peripherals warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of time specified on the product packaging. This limited warranty shall commence from the date of purchase. Macally Peripherals warranty is not transferable and is limited to the original purchaser. If the product is found to be defective then, as your sole remedy and as the manufacturer’s only obligation, Macally Peripherals will repair or replace the product. This warranty shall not apply to products that have been subjected to abuse, misuse, abnormal electrical or environmental conditions, normal wear, and tear, or any condition other than what can be considered normal use.

Limitation of Liability
The liability of Macally Peripherals arising from this warranty and sale shall be limited to a refund of the purchase price. In no event shall Macally Peripherals be liable for costs of procurement of substitute products or services, or for any lost profits, or for any consequential, incidental, direct or indirect damages, however, caused and on any theory of liability, arising from this warranty and sale. These limitations shall apply notwithstanding any failure of the essential purpose of any limited remedy.

Support

Macally U.S.A Mace Group Inc.

• Address: 15861 Tapia Street, Irwindale, CA 91706, USA
• Tel: 626. 338.8787
• Fax: 626. 338.3585
• e-mail: macally@macally.com
• website: www.macally.com

Introducing the Macally USB IceCam

Thank you for purchasing IceCam, the portable USB video web camera. It’s light, portable, and works with Yahoo! Messenger and MSN Messenger etc, Macally IceCam gives you endless ways to have fun.

Package Contents

The Macally IceCam package includes the following:

• IceCam
• Driver CD -includes device driver, manual, and registration form

Registration

We are confident that the Macally IceCam will greatly increase your productivity and simplify the usage of your computer. Please register this product at www.macally.com/register.html. It will help you obtain the latest drivers, updates, technical support, and new Macally product release information.

About Macally Products and Services
More information about Macally products and services is available through the following sources: The Macally Home Page on the World Wide Web URL http://www.macally.com or http://www.macally-europe.com

Macally Technical Support:
In U.S.A, please call 1-626-214-2770 or In other areas, E-mail us at techsupport@macally.com or techsupport @macally-europe.com

Hardware Basic

Software Installation

For Mac OS 9.2

1. Insert the Macally IceCam Driver CD to your computer.

2. Open the “MacOS 9” Folder.

3. Copy four extensions – IceCam SGPanel, IceCam Shell Library, IceCam Digitizer, and IceCam USBClassDriver to “System Folder/Extensions/”. (Fig 1.1)
   

4. Copy IceCam Monitor to “Application Folder”(Fig 1.2)

5. Restart your Mac.

6. Plug your IceCam device.

7. Double-click the IceCam Monitor icon in the “Application Folder” to test IceCam. When it displays video, IceCam is ready to use.

For MacOS X

1. Insert the Macally IceCam Driver CD into your computer

2. Open the “MacOS X” Folder.

3. Copy “IceCam Driver for OSX.sit” to the Desktop and double-click it to expand the file, “IceCam Driver for OSX.dmg” icon will show up on the desktop (Fig 2.1)
   

4. Double-click the “IceCam Driver for OSX.dmg” icon and “IceCam Driver for OSX” will show up on the desktop.(Fig 2.2)

5. Double-click the “IceCam Driver for OSX” and “IceCamX_vxxx.pkg” will show up.(Fig 2.3)

6. Double-click the “IceCamX_vxxx.pkg” icon to start the installation.

7. Follow the step-by-step on-screen instruction to install the driver.

8. Restart the computer after the installation.

9. The “IceCam Monitor” icon (Fig 2.4) will show up on your desktop, it‘s a very simple tool to test whether IceCam is properly installed.
   

For Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP

*IMPORTANT
Please install the IceCam driver “FIRST” before plug the IceCam into the computer

1. Insert the Macally IceCam Driver CD. Open the “Driver” Folder.

2. Double click on the setup.exe

3. Macally IceCam Setup Wizard is launched. (Fig 3.1) Click “Next” to continue the InstallShield and follow the step-by-step on screen instructions and install the driver.
   

4. Restart the computer and plug in IceCam. (After the driver installation, you should see the IceCam shows under Imaging Device in System property/Device Manager)

5. It is ready to test and use IceCam

Uninstall Macally IceCam Driver

Uninstallation for MacOS 9

1. Open System Folder/ Extensions.
2. Locate and trash four extensions, IceCam SGPanel, IceCam Shell Library, IceCam Digitizer and IceCam USBClassDriver
3. Restart the computer.

Uninstallation for MacOS X

1. Insert the Macally IceCam Driver CD.

2. Double-click the “MacOS X” folder.

3. Copy “IceCam Driver for OSX.sit” to the Desktop and double-click to expand the file and the “IceCam Driver for OSX.dmg” icon will show up on the desktop (Fig 4.1)
   

4. Double-click the “IceCam Driver for OSX.dmg” icon and “IceCam Driver for OSX” will show up on the desktop.(Fig 4.2)

5. Double-click the “IceCam Driver for OSX” and find the “Uninstall_IceCamX.pkg” icon.(Fig 4.3)

6. Double-click the “Uninstall_IceCamX.pkg” and follow the step-by-step on-screen instruction to uninstall the driver.

7. Restart the computer.

Uninstall for Windows98SE/ME/2000/XP

1. Click on the “Start” button in the taskbar.
   2. Select “Program” find and highlight the IceCam, in the pop-up menu, and click on “Uninstall IceCam” to begin uninstallation.
   3. Restart the computer.

Using Macally IceCam with Yahoo! Messenger

Yahoo! Messenger supports MacOS 9 to MacOS 10.3 and Windows PC. It’s simple and easy to use IceCam with Yahoo! Messenger. Simply plug the IceCam to your computer, log on to Yahoo! Messenger, select “Webcam” (Fig 5.1) and a window that is similar to Fig 5.2 will come up. Now you can enjoy live video chatting with your friends

You can change the video setting in the Yahoo! Messenger Preferences as shown below (Fig 5.3)

Using Macally IceCam with iChatAV

IceCam supports iChatAV through third-party software iChatUSBCAM. Once you installed all drivers, you will see a camera icon in iChatAV (Fig 6). Double- click on the camera icon to pop up the camera display.

Using Macally IceCam with MSN Messenger

Windows PC users can use the IceCam to enjoy video conferencing easily with MSN Messenger. Simply plug the IceCam to your computer, open MSN Messenger, go to “Tools” and select “Web Camera Settings” (Fig 7.1). And now, you are ready to invite friends to enjoy the video conferencing (Fig 7.2).

FAQ’s

Does IceCam work with iChatAV?

Apple iChatAV only supports FireWire web cams such as iSight. iChatAV does not support USB web cam. Third party software such as iChatUSBCAM will enable IceCam to use with iChatAV.

Can I plug IceCam into keyboard’s USB port?

No. IceCam requires more power than keyboard’s USB port provide. You should plug your IceCam into computer’s built-in USB ports or a self-powered USB Hub.

What is the Macally ICECAM-EU Portable USB Video Web Camera?

The Macally ICECAM-EU is a portable USB video web camera designed for video conferencing, online meetings, live streaming, and video recording.

Is the ICECAM-EU compatible with Mac computers?

Yes, the ICECAM-EU is compatible with Mac computers and is designed to work seamlessly with macOS.

What resolution does the camera support?

The camera supports a maximum resolution of up to 1080p Full HD for clear and sharp video quality.

Does the ICECAM-EU have a built-in microphone?

Yes, the ICECAM-EU features a built-in microphone that captures audio for video calls and recordings.

How does the camera connect to the computer?

The camera connects to the computer via a USB port using the included USB cable. It is a plug-and-play device, so no additional drivers are usually required.

Can the camera be clipped onto a laptop screen or monitor?

Yes, the camera comes with an adjustable clip that allows you to securely attach it to the top of your laptop screen or monitor.

Is the ICECAM-EU suitable for low-light conditions?

Yes, the camera often includes automatic low-light correction to help provide clearer video in dimly lit environments.

What applications is the camera compatible with?

The camera is compatible with a variety of video conferencing and streaming applications such as Zoom, Skype, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and more.

Can I rotate the camera to adjust the viewing angle?

Yes, the camera usually features an adjustable hinge that allows you to tilt and rotate it to find the optimal viewing angle.

Does the ICECAM-EU offer privacy protection?

Yes, the camera often comes with a built-in privacy shutter or cover that you can close when the camera is not in use to protect your privacy.

Can the camera record videos?

Yes, the camera can be used to record videos, making it suitable for creating content for platforms like YouTube or for video tutorials.

Does the camera work on Windows computers as well?

While the ICECAM-EU is primarily designed for Mac computers, it is possible that it might work on Windows computers too, but it's recommended to check compatibility with Windows before purchasing.

References:Macally ICECAM-EU Portable USB Video Web Camera – Device.report

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