Motion Computing C5 User Manual

Chapter 3

Using the system

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Using the camera

You can use the built-in camera to take pictures. For more information about the camera, 
see “Camera” on page 14.

1. Press the Camera button to activate the camera and open the viewfinder.

Note:  If a picture is not taken after a short period, the viewfinder will automatically close. If 

this occurs, repeat step 1.

2. Press the Camera button again to take a picture.

3. In the Pictures window, do one of the following:

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To delete the picture, tap Delete. In the confirmation dialog box, tap Yes.

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To copy the picture, tap Copy to Clipboard. You can then paste the picture into an 

image editing program.

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To close the Pictures window, tap Close.

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To save the picture, tap Save. In the Save As dialog box, specify a location in which to 

save the picture.

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Hold the camera steady and allow it to focus.

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If your pen is tethered, ensure that the tether is not in front of the camera lens.

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Ensure you have adequate lighting.

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You can use the Pictures window to take and review multiple pictures. Use the slider bar 

at the bottom of the Pictures window to switch among active pictures.

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