Mattel Global
Consumer Support
FAQ Sheets Icon

Frequently Asked Questions

If your Girl Tech® Stylin’ Studio™ unit or camera is not responding please try the following;

  • Open My Computer (Windows™ Vista – open Computer).
  • Verify the USB Video Device appears under Scanners and Cameras.
  • If you see 2 Devices (left or right image) check that the camera is your computers default camera.
  • Click Start and select All Programs.
  • Select Accessories.
  • Select Camera and choose Scanner Wizard.
  • Double click USB Video Device.
  • Walk through the wizard, take an image and click Finish.

If the problem persists try and update your drivers.

  • Right-Click My Computer (Vista – Right-Click Computer).
  • Select Properties.
  • Click on Windows™ XP click the Hardware tab then Device Manger.  On Windows™ Vista click Device Manager.
  • Click the (+) next to Human Interface Devices.
  • The Stylin’ Studio™ will show as HID-compliant device.
  • Right-click HID-compliant device and select scan for changes.
  • If unable to scan for changes the consumer is not the Administrator.
  • If HID-compliant device is not listed change USB ports.
  • If unsuccessful please replace the product.
  • If the product has been replaced, this is an irresolvable compatibility issue.
  • The computer may prompt a restart.
  • After the restart test the software and take a picture.

If this does not work, try a Camera Check.

  • Click Start and select All Programs.
  • Select Accessories.
  • Select Camera and choose Scanner Wizard.
  • Double click USB Video Device.
  • Walk through the wizard, take an image and click Finish.

If the problem is not resolved or you did not see 2 devices in the first step, please contact us at 1-800-803-9631.