Microsoft LifeCam™ VX3000 Webcam - 640x480, Built-In Microphone
Take instant messaging with friends and family to new levels of sight and sound with the Microsoft LifeCam VX3000 Webcam. Hear sounds and voices as if they were in the room with you. Experience a new dimension in communication with high definition shots and Face Tracking technology. This kind of technology goes where you go and will follow your movement, that way you’re always in focus. The LifeCam can also capture up to 30 frames per second, 640 x 480 video resolution, and with a built-in microphone, your voice is heard loud and clear to anybody you’re talking to. Bring your live conversation up a notch by adding video effects. And when you need to move around, just use the attached six-foot cable.
The LifeCam VX-3000 is optimized for use with Microsoft® Windows Live™ Messenger, so you can share life as it happens. Easily start a video chat by pressing the Windows Live Call Button, and clicking an Online Contact. Crystal-clear video conversation is now possible with more than 200 million contacts in nearly every country in the world.
High Definition Clarity
Get vivid high-quality still images, even in low light.
Hear your friends and family as if they were in the room with you.
The built-in unidirectional microphone automatically picks up your voice with remarkable clarity-there's no more hassling with separate devices.
Detailed Features
Specifications
Sensor: CMOS VGA sensor technology
Resolution:
• Motion Video: 640 x 480 pixels video
• Still Image: 1.3 megapixel (1280 x 960 pixels, interpolated) photos
Field of View: 55° diagonal field of view
Imaging Features:
• Automatic face tracking
• Digital pan, tilt, and zoom
• Manual focus
• Automatic image adjustment with manual overwrite
A Closer Look
Features
High Definition Photos
High Definition photos (1.3 megapixels interpolated) show you in the best light.
Built-in Microphone
The built-in microphone automatically picks up your voice with remarkable clarity.
Windows Live™ Call Button
Just press this button and select an Online Contact to start a video call.
Automatic Face-Tracking Software
Move around without disappearing from the screen—advanced software keeps your face front and center.
Universal Attachment Base
It’s a snap to attach the LifeCam to any monitor.
Pan, Tilt and Zoom
The pan and tilt functionality make it a snap to capture the big picture, however you want to see it.
Flexible Six-Foot Cable
The long, flexible cable gives you more room to move.
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.
Minimum System Requirements
Operating System:
- Windows Vista™ or Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2)
Hard Drive:
- 300-700 MB free
Connectivity:
- USB 1.1 port or higher (2.0 recommended)
Intel Pentium® III 550 MHz (Intel Pentium 4 1.4 GHz recommended) or higher.
256 MB of RAM or higher.
CD-ROM drive.
Display adapter capable of 16-bit color depth or higher, 2 MB or higher video memory.
Broadband Internet access required; access fees may apply.
Audio: Windows-compatible speakers or headphones.
Internet functions (post to Windows Live™ Spaces, send in e-mail, video calls) also require: Broadband (cable, DSL, or other), modem, Internet Explorer® 6 or later browser software (required for installation), 25 MB hard-drive space typically required (users can maintain other default Web browsers after installation), and access to the Internet through MSN® or another Internet service provider (ISP).
Customer Reviews and Rating
Customer Rating:
4.3
Customer Reviews:
31
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Value
4.3
Features
4.3
Quality
4.5
Performance
4.4
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Nice cam, bad microphone
Reviewer:
Silentcape on
Dec 22, 2009 Customer Rating:
3.8
Value
3.0
Features
4.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
3.0
The cam is ok, but the microphone on it sucks. we can hardly hear anythink through it.
Nice cam
Reviewer:
Juiblex on
Dec 02, 2009 Customer Rating:
4.8
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
4.0
Came with some cool software, bw view, distorted, etc. . . decent picture and update speed, don't use the mic so I can't say about that.
Great Little Webcam
Reviewer:
Maria_P on
Nov 01, 2009 Customer Rating:
4.8
Value
5.0
Features
4.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Works great! I did have a little problem with the mic but I think it was on my side and not the webcam or software. All is working great now. I am very happy with this purchase!
good value
Reviewer:
ks on
Oct 22, 2009 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
very satisfied with the performacnce and quality of the product. good value for money!
Great product
Reviewer:
Rod on
Sep 29, 2009 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
About a month now and video is excellent and sound is great. The product was received prior to the expected delivery date, fast and reliable.
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Only defective exchanges for identical item within 30 days of purchase permitted on this product. After 30 days, please contact the manufacturer at: 1-(800)-642-7676.
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Microsoft Limited Warranty:
12 months parts;
12 months labor
Mfg Part No:
68a-00001 UPC No:
882224132367 Box Size:
( Length:
7, Width:
4, Depth:
8 )
Shipping Weight:
.4000 pound(s)
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