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1:01 PM - 10/08/2004 by Humphrey Cheung

OrangeWare makes the WebcamDV software that will turn your camcorder into a Webcam. The software actually tricks Windows into thinking the camcorder is really a Webcam. You can download the trial version from their website and then upgrade to the full version for $20.

What makes this software different from the free Webcam drivers that some camcorders use? WebcamDV streams the video through FireWire, which offers high-quality picture and video. You can see the picture quality for yourself in the comparison shots at the end of the article.

The install is very easy and quick. Afterwards, simply plug the camcorder into the FireWire port and start up your favorite Webcam program. You can see below that Yahoo Messenger easily recognized the Panasonic camcorder. In fact, your camcorder will show up as "WebcamDV Capture" in any Webcam software.

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Anonymous 06/04/2008 2:46 AM
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I wowuld like to try to use this but cant see how to hook my cam to computer I havew a JVC GZ-HD3 thanks Richard

justchillinn 07/31/2008 5:59 AM
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thanks for the article. it proved to be quite useful. I even purchased the WebcamDV software.

i'm having a problem with my Sony DCR-PC5 though. I have it connected via Firewire. the image I get on my computer is squished vertically, meaning everything looks fatter than it should be. It's not due to any settings on the camera, there are only a few anyways.

do you know of any software or drivers or something that might help fix the problem I am having? thanks a lot for your help.

PrinceMio 10/01/2008 12:31 PM
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I have a Sony DCR-TRV 103. I just went to Staples, bought the 1394 Fire Wire, and the Fire Wire PCI Card for about $32 each. Windows XP recognized it immediately and I am on board, see you on YouTube.

gipsy 10/11/2008 2:38 PM
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I am looking fo info on how to use my sony ccdtr23 as a webcam.It has rca plugs.Thank you in advance

Anonymous 10/13/2008 2:02 AM
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I've recently tried the freeware program, SplitCam.

Which is excellent! It not only converts my camcorder to a webcam, but even allows you to stream a playlist of video files to your webcam viewer. One tip, if you find tearing on fast movement, tick the option for Filter->Deinterlace which solves that perfectly.

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