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KIPPAX
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O.P. Problem with enabling webcam
Got my new laptop today, Samsung R530 (built in webcam)

Trying to enable it so it works with MSN but i'm having problems, I go to tools then audio and video set up, the audio works fine but when i go to select the camera the "Next" box is greyed out?

I've chosen the webcam (and i can see myself in it) but it won't let me go on next to save the details? Am i doing anything wrong? Is there anything specific I need to do for it to work?

Thanks in advance for the help
09-05-2010 01:54 PM
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RE: Problem with enabling webcam
Once you have chosen a Webcam from the list and you see yourself you don't need to click 'Next'.

There should be 'Finish' next to it. Click that and it should work fine ;)

Also, this should be in the Windows Live Messenger forum ;)
09-05-2010 02:07 PM
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O.P. RE: Problem with enabling webcam
Oh, thanks!

Still a problem though, Why isit i can only send/receive 'video' calls? What ever happened to just sending your individual webcam?

I can only go on cam if my friend is also on cam/mic

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09-05-2010 02:24 PM
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RE: Problem with enabling webcam
Microsoft disabled it in favour of HD video calling due to network/protocol/somethinglikethat issues.
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09-06-2010 12:54 AM
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RE: Problem with enabling webcam
You can enable it by downgrading messenger, but this isn't recommended because the newer versions fix bugs and security holes.
09-06-2010 01:15 AM
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