The OKIOCAM is a versatile document camera designed to enhance various educational and professional activities, from video conferencing and online learning to creating engaging multimedia content. This quick start guide provides a comprehensive overview of its features, setup, and integration with both OKIOLABS' proprietary software and popular third-party applications.

Function Description

The OKIOCAM serves as a high-quality document camera, capable of capturing snapshots and recording videos of documents, objects, and live demonstrations. It is designed to be a central tool for remote learning, virtual meetings, and content creation, offering flexibility and ease of use. The device comes in two main models: OKIOCAM S and OKIOCAM T. Both models feature a rotatable camera and an adjustable arm, allowing users to position the camera precisely for optimal viewing angles. The OKIOCAM T further includes an arm extender for increased reach and flexibility.

The camera head itself is equipped with controls for adjusting focus, exposure, and white balance automatically, ensuring clear and well-lit images. A notable feature is the remappable button on the camera head, which can be assigned to various functions within the OKIOCAM Snapshot and Recorder software, providing quick access to frequently used actions. This button's functionality is exclusive to the OKIOLABS software. Additionally, the camera head includes a left-hand connector, which can be used to reverse the camera's orientation, making it suitable for left-handed users and offering greater ergonomic adaptability. The base of the OKIOCAM is foldable, contributing to its portability and ease of storage. Both models also include a tripod mount, expanding their utility for various setups and stable recording.

Usage Features

The OKIOCAM is designed for seamless integration with its dedicated software, OKIOCAM Snapshot and Recorder, as well as a range of third-party applications.

OKIOCAM Snapshot and Recorder:

This software is the primary interface for capturing content with your OKIOCAM.

Snapshot and Video Recording: Users can easily take still images or start video recordings with dedicated on-screen buttons.
Pause and End Recording: During video recording, there are clear controls to pause and end the recording process.
Review Mode: A dedicated review mode allows users to browse and manage previously captured snapshots and videos.
Zoom Control: A zoom slider enables users to adjust the magnification level from 1x to 6x, allowing for detailed close-ups or wider views.
Camera Rotation: Arrows are provided to rotate the camera clockwise and counterclockwise, offering flexibility in framing the subject.
Exposure Adjustment: An exposure slider allows users to fine-tune the brightness of their captured content.

OKIOCAM Education Kit:

Beyond basic capture, the OKIOCAM Education Kit offers specialized tools for creative and productive tasks.

Stop Motion: The OKIOCAM Stop Motion software allows users to create engaging stop-motion videos, perfect for educational projects or creative storytelling. It includes features like onion skinning to aid in frame-by-frame animation.
Time-Lapse: The OKIOCAM Time-Lapse software enables the creation of time-lapse videos, useful for demonstrating processes that unfold over time, such as plant growth or scientific experiments.
Google Chrome Add-ons: For enhanced productivity, OKIOLABS provides Google Chrome add-ons for Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms, allowing users to integrate content captured with their OKIOCAM directly into these applications, saving time and streamlining workflows.

Third-Party Software Integration:

The OKIOCAM is compatible with a wide array of video conferencing and learning tools, ensuring its utility in diverse environments.

Video Conferencing Tools:
- Google Meet: To use OKIOCAM with Google Meet, users navigate to the "More options" icon, then "Settings," "Video," and select "OKIOCAM" from the camera drop-down menu.
- Zoom: In Zoom, users access "Settings," "Video," and choose "OKIOCAM" from the camera selection. For video mirroring, which is often a default setting in preview windows, users can deselect "Mirror my video" in the settings to ensure the audience sees a non-mirrored image. It's important to note that mirrored video in the preview window is a common default and does not indicate a fault with the OKIOCAM; the transmitted video will be non-mirrored.
- Skype: For Skype, users go to the "More options" icon, then "Settings," "Audio & Video," and select "OKIOCAM" from the camera drop-down.
- Microsoft Teams: In Microsoft Teams, users click the "Profile" icon, then "Settings," "Devices," and choose "OKIOCAM" from the camera drop-down menu.
Learning Tools:
- Flipgrid: To integrate OKIOCAM with Flipgrid, users click the "Record a Response" icon and then select "Flip" to adjust the camera orientation if needed.
- Screencastify: With Screencastify, users select the "Webcam Only" icon and then choose "OKIOCAM" from the camera drop-down menu.
- Seesaw: For Seesaw, users initiate a "Create New Activity," then "Add Multimedia Instructions" or "Example," select "Video," and finally click the "Camera" icon in the top right-hand corner to use the OKIOCAM.

Maintenance Features

While the manual does not explicitly detail maintenance features, the design of the OKIOCAM suggests a focus on durability and ease of handling. The foldable base contributes to safe storage, protecting the device from potential damage during transport or when not in use. The robust construction of the adjustable arm and camera head implies a design intended for regular use in various settings, including educational environments where devices may experience frequent handling. The automatic adjustments for focus, exposure, and white balance reduce the need for manual calibration, simplifying operation and minimizing potential user errors that could lead to suboptimal performance. The provision of a tripod mount also allows for secure and stable setups, which can help prevent accidental falls or damage during use. The software-based controls for camera settings mean that adjustments are made digitally, reducing wear and tear on physical components. The availability of a Help Desk and regular software updates from OKIOLABS further ensures ongoing support and potential improvements to the device's functionality and user experience.

OKIOLABS OKIOCAM S - Using OKIOCAM with Zoom