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Microsoft LifeCam VX-1000
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| Price | $24.99 | |
| AmazonGlobal Shipping | $9.92 | |
| Estimated Import Fees Deposit | $0.00 | |
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| Total | $34.91 | |
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Product details
| Brand | Microsoft |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Color | black |
| Camcorder type | Video Camera |
| Video Capture Resolution | 640 x 480 |
| Lens Type | Wide-Angle |
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- Windows Live Call Button for use with Windows Live Messenger
- Universal Attachment Base fits on most monitors, or sits directly on desk
- Simple set-up and one-touch calling
- Flexible six-foot cable
- Compatible with leading instant messaging software
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Product information
| Product Dimensions | 2 x 2 x 2.75 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 8.8 ounces |
| ASIN | B000GE9XQ2 |
| Item model number | 64L-00003 |
| Customer Reviews |
3.5 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,498 in Webcams |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
| Date First Available | June 22, 2006 |
| Manufacturer | Microsoft |
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Product Description
Product Description
With simple setup and one-touch calling the Microsoft LifeCam VX-1000 makes it easier than ever to see and hear your friends and family over the Internet. Optimized for Windows Live Messenger - Windows Live Call Button - Easy Audio Switching - Free Worldwide Internet calling to your online contacts. Superior video and photo quality See the smiles clearly with 640 480 pixels video and photo resolution. Built-in Microphone The built-in microphone automatically picks up your voice with remarkable clarity. Universal Attachment Base Its a snap to attach the LifeCam to any monitor. Video Effects Surprise your friends with cool video effects accessible right from the Windows Live Messenger Window. Up To 30 Frames Per Second LifeCams capture life at 30 frames per second which means the video images you see are smooth and seamless. Flexible Six-Foot Cable The long flexible cable gives you more room to move. REQUIREMENTS- Windows XP Pro/Home/Media Center Edition/Tablet PC Edition 300 MB free hard drive space USB 1.1 (USB 2.0 recommended) Sound card with speakers or headphones Pentium II 550 MHz (Pentium 4 1.4 GHz recommended) or higher 4 speed CD-ROM drive or faster Display adapter capable of 800 600 resolution or higher 16-bit color depth or higher 2 MB or more video memory. Keyboard and Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device Auto Update required for one-touch blogging.
From the Manufacturer
Share life as it happens — it’s easy with the Microsoft® LifeCam VX-1000. With simple setup and one-touch calling, the Microsoft LifeCam VX-1000 makes it easier than ever to see and hear your friends and family over the Internet. It has been optimized for Windows Live™ Messenger, a simple instant messaging program that lets you send audio and video messages over the Web and hold live video calls.
Features:- Superior video and photo quality
- Video effects
- Automatically adjusts for low-light conditions
- Built-in microphone
- Windows Live Call Button
- Universal Attachment Base
How to Make a Video Call:
With a simple calling interface and integration with Microsoft LifeCams, you'll find that video calling is the next best thing to being there. It's easy, it's free, and you can get started today. All you need is a PC, an Internet connection, an ISP, a webcam, and a friend. Then follow the steps below to make a video call.
Step 1Buy and install a LifeCam. Don't have one? Start shopping. Step 2
Sign in to your Windows Live™ Messenger account or other messenger service that supports video calls. Step 3
Once you are signed in you can either choose a contact on the Instant Messenger window, or press the video call button on your webcam. Then click the Video link to start a video call.
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Focus Type - Always Focused means that no fine tuning is needed as the webcam is always in focus from a depth of 21" to 60" Auto Focus
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Digital Zoom - delivers realistic, up-close-and-personal video, so you can see the contours of every smile 5x
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Wide-Angle Lens - the 71 degree wide angle lens ensures no one gets left out of the pictures Yes
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Built-In Microphone - a built-in unidirectional microphone cancels out acoustic noise and echo for crystal-clear audio Digital, Noise-Cancelling
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Fits Laptops or PCs Both Both Both Laptops only Both Both LifeCam VX-1000 System Requirements:
- Windows Vista® or Windows® XP Home/Pro/Media Center Edition/Tablet PC Edition with Service Pack 2 (SP2) or later
- Intel Pentium® III 550 MHz (Intel Pentium 4 1.4 GHz recommended) or higher
- 300 MB free
- Sound card with speakers or headphones
- USB 1.1 (USB 2.0 recommended);
- CD drive
- Internet functions (post to Windows LiveTM Spaces, send in e-mail, video calls) also require: Broadband (cable, DSL, or other) modem
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The installation process was a bit time consuming and cumbersome, but may have to do with my older model Dell laptop/OS/etc more so than the camera/software. It was labeled very clearly with install software before connecting camera, and came to find you have to go through installation of Windows Live Messenger (which I'm not interested in using as I am a Skyper) and this is what took time. Once that was done the camera installation went fast and painlessly. I am not a technical, camera litterate person and wanted something that's easy to use, and this is it.
Skype found the camera immediately, and although it was too late in the evening to try it out on a live subject, the tests I ran seemed to be just fine. I am pleased with the settings options and chose low light and backlight comp(?)The picture is a little bit delayed, but by far as much as the first camera I bought. The stand unfolds and the camera clamps easily on to the laptop monitor. I also liked the fact that it connects via only the USB port and did not require an additional plug- in for the microphone.
For the price and ease of this camera I am overall very happy with it. I can not compare it to a more expensive, fancy model, but this works very well for my needs!
I'd have to say my only complaint is that the install took a while, it would get to the last bar and then it would take forever to finish despite restarts. I loaded it up, cleaned my room, did groceries, and when I came home, it was done.
The quality on it is amazing, way better than my last one. It also comes with cute effects.
There's only one issue I'm having with this webcam and I hope someone can help me with this. On AIM, I can see myself and the person I'm talking to and I can hear them but they can't hear me. On Windows Live (The most recent version) The person can see and hear me and I can hear and see them but I can't see myself.
It's still not enough to drag down my score. I'd definitely replace this in a heartbeat if it were broken. It's a worthwhile investment if your looking for a quality cam for not alot of cash.
I've been using my digital camera (which is supposed to be used mainly for taking pictures) to make videos, which only records for 60 seconds. That was a pain, so I decided to get a webcam. I researched for hours and found this one. It sounded like a great product with a ton of good reviews.
Unfortunately, when I tried to install it on my computer, it didn't work. I installed the software, exactly as instructed (though the instructions were a bit too concise - they could have explained a little more thoroughly). No matter what I did, I couldn't get the camera to work. All I could do was take pictures with it. I already have a camera for that.
The picture was a bit grainy, but that didn't bother me. I asked a friend who works with code daily if he could help me. Maybe I was doing something wrong. But nothing he suggested worked, either. I tried Microsoft help and troubleshooting and absolutely nothing helped or worked. So I returned the camera.
I commend Amazon, however, for getting the camera to me promptly and easing me through one of the smoothest returns/refunds I've ever been through. The return/refund process was quite simple and fast.
Install and set-up was easy. The first time using it wasn't the best, but after tweaking some of the settings we got to where we were satisfied with both the sound and image. I would say that if you are just looking for a basic, easy to use web-cam at a very reasonable price, this is a very good option. But if you're going to be using it a lot and want better sound, picture and features there are better ones out there.
As I've had lots of "luck" with the 64 bit version of Windows, I'm willing to bet this may be why. Even though it is Windows Vista certified/compatible (whichever it is) it does not necessarily mean it works flawlessly with the 64 bit version. A quick Google search brought me to a few other people with similar issues. I have returned it after having no success when I tweaked with the settings, and I have since bought another camera that specifically states it works with the 64 bit version.
Hope this will save someone else some hassle!!















