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The MSI StarCam 370i allows you to take pictures in the sizes of 640 x 480, 320 X 240, 352 X 288, 176 X 144 or 160 X 120. It usually has a 30 frame per second recording rate but it can be altered in the options.
When the web camera caming it in unique packing to fit it's moveable neck, ... Read review
Advantages: Features MyGuard, Effects provided, Easy to get used to. Disadvantages: Problems installing on Vista, Hassle with CD
...and it's quality.
The MSI StarCam 370i allows you to take pictures in the sizes of 640 x 480, 320 X 240, 352 X 288, 176 X 144 or 160 X 120. It usually has a 30 frame per second recording rate but it can be altered in the options.
When the web camera caming it in unique packing to fit it's moveable neck, the first impression I got which I said aloud in my head was, "Dude, sweet!" I took out the webcam, and found inside ... ...a warranty leaflet.
I went to put my CD in the CD drive of my Microsoft Vista laptop and found that I also install a thing called MyGuard which is a program that can be used in work situations, e.g. if you were playing flash games when you shouldn't be, or at home, say if someone was coming up behind you trying to sneak on you. I then went to install the StarCam 370i driver for the laptop. I found that since I was using a Vista laptop, ... more
I have to say, as a buyer of the product, I am pleased with the web camera and it's quality. The MSI StarCam 370i allows you to take pictures in the sizes of 640 x 480, 320 X 240, 352 X 288, 176 X 144 or 160 X 120. It usually has a 30 frame per second recording rate but it can be altered in the options.
When the web camera caming it in unique packing to fit it's moveable neck, the first impression I got which I said aloud in my head was, "Dude, sweet!" I took out the webcam, and found inside a CD containing all the drivers, an instructions manual, and a warranty leaflet.
I went to put my CD in the CD drive of my Microsoft Vista laptop and found that I also install a thing called MyGuard which is a program that can be used in work situations, e.g. if you were playing flash games when you shouldn't be, or at home, say if someone was coming up behind you trying to sneak on you. I then went to install the StarCam 370i driver for the laptop. I found that since I was using a Vista laptop, I incurred a few mishaps whilst going through the process of installing and being able to use it properly afterhand. But never the less, I was still able to use the camera perfectly.
The web camera worked perfectly on MSN Messener, but sometimes froze, so you would need to restart the web camera conversation. Within the settings in MSN Messenger, you could alter the camera manually. So you can have different effects, styles and borders to have on whilst you were in the conversation. The camera also has a unique system of infrared light so it could be used in the dark. It also had lights on it so you could you it for, lets say, a book light.
The buttons on the web camera were simple to use. You had two buttons. On the left side is the control button to switch on the infrared lighting/white lights, depending on the surroundings and it's brightness, and on the right hand side was a button to take a picture. Now from the button, you could chose different applications as to where the taken photograph from the web camera should go. Me personally, I like my taken photographs to go straight to Adobe Photoshop as I can edit them without all the hassle of locating the picture (bearing in mind the images are rather small, but is a good challenge).
There are many other functions within the web camera, like being able to control the colour, brightness, constrast, B/W Mode, infrared light activity, the list goes on.
To sum this web camera up in a few words. as it is a cheap priced camera, it is well worth the buy if you just want a basic camera.
640 x 480, 320 x 240, 352 x 288, 176 x 144, 160 x 120 - up to 30 frames per second, 640 x 480
Features
Auto exposure control
Image sensor
Type
CMOS 1/4"
Lens construction
Min Focus Range
3 cm
Interfaces
Computer Interface
USB
Expansion / connectivity
Interfaces
1 x USB
Miscellaneous
Compatible with Windows 7
"Compatible with Windows 7" software and devices carry Microsoft’s assurance that these products have passed tests for compatibility and reliability with 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 7.
Software / system requirements
Software Included
Drivers & Utilities, Driver
OS Required
Microsoft Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP, Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000/XP
Peripheral / Interface Devices
CD-ROM, USB port, CD-ROM, VGA monitor
System Requirements Details
Celeron - RAM 64 MB - HD 50 MB, Windows 98/2000/ME/XP - Pentium II - RAM 64 MB - HD 50 MB
Manufacturer's product description
What is a webcam? A webcam is a camera that connects to that Internet and displays a series of continuously updated images on an Internet web page. It is an ideal way to let people see friends or places anytime they want. People can see you work during the day or you can check your house while on vacation or show your friends how much your kids have grown. The superior quality of MSI StarCam 370i provides users the ultimate in flexibility and performance for today's advanced monitoring applications. For surveillance in low light or nighttime conditions, the StarCam 370i has built-in infrared illuminator to monitor activities 24 hours a day. The versatile and compact StarCam 370i is packed with incredible features and exhibits a unique futuristic look with its centered single lens design. Advanced features include USB audio microphone which you can use to communicate and hear your loved ones even from miles away and USB-powered 2 LED lights for business travelers to work on an airplane or in a dark conference room. Unlike other webcams, MSI StarCam 370i comes with a high-performance built-in microphone to ensure perfect audio capture. It allows you to do video chat and conference with your friends via any instant messaging application. You can now chat in real time and talk all you want without worrying about the phone bill. The three brilliant LEDs are added bonus to light up the surrounding. It also has an easy-touch snapshot button that provides a simple solution for taking photos; thus, you can make your own amazing videos and capture still photos with ease. The LED lights are perfect for low light or night illumination. If you're a night owl who prefers to work or surf the Internet in the middle of the night but can't turn the lights on as not to wake your spouse or room mate, the LED lights provide you with just the right amount of illumination. No more worries about total darkness! The StarCam 370i is the perfect choice for sharper, better imaging and Internet video communication. Talk with your friends, family, and business associates and see them smile. It's everything you need to get closer!
