And Make Video Calls In Under 30 Minutes Setting up a webcam and making your first video phone call is incredibly easy. Here are my detailed step-by-step instructions on setting up your webcam and communications software allowing you to make your first video conference call in under 30 minutes. |
Buy A Good Webcam for Well Under $75If you haven't already bought a webcam, you'll need to do so before we get started. Depending upon your needs, you could get something as simple and good as the $19 Logitech C270, or spend upwards of $200 for a more professional webcam if you like to make high quality YouTube videos. Here are our 4 favorite webcams at different price points under $75. |
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The Logitech C920 is the only one of these webcams available with a lens cover. I highly recommend getting a lens cover for privacy purposes, or simply keep the front of your webcam blocked with a piece of black tape or cardboard square. This will prevent a hacker from watching you. (Sounds creepy, I know). Logitech and Microsoft, along with a number of other brands, manufacture a large variety of webcams. If you'd like to check out other webcams, here's a quick list of the most highly-rated webcams which are available from Amazon.com with free shipping. |
Install The Webcam
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That's it, your webcam is installed and you can now take pictures, make videos and play with the settings and special effects. Check your documentation that came with your webcam for more instructions, fine-tuning settings, and other features. You are also going to need to install software which will allow you to make video phone calls. Skype is the most well-known name in video-calling. |
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Questions and AnswersQuestion #1: The video images are delayed and/or are of low quality. The voice is traveling faster than the corresponding video image. What do I need to do to get the video to look and work better?Answer #1: All of the following items can help improve your video... 1. Windows XP operating system or higher (or equivalent) 2. A computer that has a dual or quad core processor 3. A high quality webcam 4. A fast broadband internet connection 5. The most recent webcam software installed 6. The most recent version of Skype installed 7. Tweak your lighting 8. Use a stationary background 9. Close all unnecessary open apps 10. Use a direct ethernet connection rather than wifi if possible 11. Adjust your webcam settings 12. For better sound, consider a separate microphone Question #2: What if I have any other problems? Answer #2: Double check to make sure you did everything mentioned in my tutorial. If problems still persist, contact the manufacturer of your webcam or search support forums to resolve your particular problem. |
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