Using The Webcam; Installing Youcam From The Cd; Capturing Webcam Video And Snapshots; Having A Video Chat Or Making Conference Calls - HP Compaq L2311c User Manual

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Using the Webcam

Install CyberLink YouCam software and driver from the CD that came with your monitor.
NOTE: USB connectivity between the monitor and PC is required for the webcam to operate. The
webcam will not operate if you are using the VGA cable for the graphics interface.
Use your webcam to:
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Create videos from files on your computer.
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Create snapshots to view, organize, edit, send, and print.
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Create video notes for an enhanced visual calendar and to share.
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Initiate live video chats with HP MyRoom or other compatible software program.
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Import live videos into a movie-making program to save, send, stream on the Web, or record to
disc.

Installing YouCam from the CD

To install YouCam:
1. Insert the CD that came with your monitor into the computer CD-ROM drive.
2. Select Install CyberLink YouCam and run the setup file.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen.

Capturing Webcam Video and Snapshots

To use CyberLink YouCam after you install it from the provided CD:
1. Click the Start button.
2. Click All Programs, CyberLink YouCam, and then click CyberLink YouCam again.
3. Click Tutorials to view an instructional video.

Having a Video Chat or Making Conference Calls

To set up a video chat, you must have a connection to the Internet, and ISP, and software that
enables you to make video calls over the Internet. As with chat or instant messenger software, you
can use this kind of software to chat with one or more people at a time. This software may require a
separate subscription.
The optimal distance for recording sound with the array microphone is about .5 meters (2 feet) away
from the microphone.
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