User Manual

2K UltraHD Webcam
User Manual
Model: AWC-496
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Thank you for purchasing an Amcrest Webcam!
This guide is designed to help you setup and better use your
Amcrest webcam. If you have questions before you start or just
want to learn more about Amcrest, please visit us at:
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Product Overview
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Setting Up Your Webcam
Placing Your Webcam
The web cam has an adjustable clip base which allows the
device to be secured to a monitor, or desktop, or tripod.
Placement on a Monitor
- Grasp the webcam as displayed in the image before and
open the clip base.
- Place the opened clip base onto the monitor making sure the
foot of the clip base is flush with the back of the monitor.
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Getting Started
Getting Started
Placement on a Flat Surface
Place the camera on a flat surface
and use the adjustable clip base to
move and adjust the camera
according to your preference.
Placement on a Tripod
Place the 1/4” 20 tripod screw on
the bottom of the adjustable clip
base to the male end of the tripod
and twist the base allowing it be
secured to the tripod.
Getting Started
Connecting the Webcam
The webcam is compatible with both Windows and Mac
computers. For more information on connecting your
webcam, please refer to the information below.
1) Connect the webcam’s USB cable to a USB port on your
computer. The status indicator on the camera will illuminate
indicating the webcam is properly connected.
2) Allow any drivers or other software to load and open a
video chat or recording software of your choice to open the
camera.
FAQ
FAQ
How do I Improve Audio Quality?
If you are experiencing issues with audio on your webcam, the
audio quality can be optimized using third party software such
as Equalizer APO. The Equalizer APO software can be
optimized as well using the Peace GUI equalizer extension.
For more information on how to improve microphone quality,
visit: https://amcrest.com/audio
Why does the microphone still not work even though it is
being recognized by my computer?
This could mean there is communication issue happening
between the camera and your computer. This can be resolved
by uninstalling and then reinstalling the webcam.
On your computer, navigate to Computer Management>De-
vice Manager>Sound, video and game controllers and click to
expand the menu to locate the your webcam. Right click and
select “Uninstall device”.
Once the webcam has been uninstalled, unplug the USB cord
from your computer and then plug it back into the USB port.
The webcam will automatically install the new driver. Wait
about 1 minute and verify if the microphone is working
properly.
The audio settings can also be adjusted in the settings menu
using any third party software.
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FAQ
How do I adjust video settings for the webcam?
All video settings and parameters will be controlled by the
settings of the third party viewing software or from the local
camera software on your computer.
Access the webcam settings located in your particular
viewing software and configure it according to your
specifications. For more information on adjusting video
settings, please visit:
https://www.amcrest.com/video
FAQ
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Contact Us
Give us a call toll free: 888-212-7538
Email us at: www.amcrest.com/othersupport
For other contact information please visit
www.amcrest.com/contacts
Have any questions regarding your webcam?
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Amcrest assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this
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Technical Specifications
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Model AWC-496
Image Sensor
Video Resolution
Frame Rate
Encoding Format
Image Effective Range
Lens
Angle of View
Minimum Illumination
Microphone
Pickup Distance
Audio Encoding Format
1/3 4MP Sensor
Max. 2560 (H) x 1440 (V)
2K@30fps, 1080P@30fps, 720@30fps, 480P@30fps
YUV/MJPEG
> 1 foot
Fixed
85°
≤5 LUX
Built-in noise reduction microphone
19ft
Audio Bit Rate
128 kbps
PCM
USB USB 2.0 (Data and Power), DC5V
System Requirements
Windows® 10 or later, Windows 8, Windows 7,
Works in USB Video Device Class (UVC) mode with
supported applications:
MacOS 10.10 or higher/Chrome OS™/Android™ v 5.0
Power Consumption
<1W
Operating Temperature 14°F ~ 122°F (-10°C ~ 50°C), <90%RH (non condensing)
Weight
Cable Length 5.9ft
0.46 lbs. (290g)
Status Indicator
Privacy Cover
Lens
Adjustable
Clip/Base
Microphone
Connecting the Webcam