Logitech QuickCam Communicate STX
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Manufacturer: LogitechAudio: English (Original Language)
Format: CD-ROM
Platform: Windows 2000, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional
Model: 961464-0403
Product features:
- Free, high quality video calls with synchronized audio
- Works with Skype, MSN Messenger, Yahoo, and AIM
- Integrated microphone with RightSound technology
- RightLight technology provides bright images in low light situations
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Logitech QuickCam Communicate STX
Customer Review: As seen on Star Trek
Summary: 4 Stars
First of all, this is probably what you are looking for, unless you want to be able to take photographs above 640 x 420 resolution, zoom, focus, wide angle lenses, but then you are looking for a pro webcam, and there are one or two here, but you are better spending your $100 in a digital photography shop. For the rest of you that just want a plug n' play digital camera that not only looks great but doesn't smash to pieces by the end of the week because it fell off the monitor, at an affordable price, actually very cheap for what it does, then the Logitech Quickcam Communicate WebCam is exactly what you need... and what everyone else owns.
This dark grey orb is a nice upgrade from its black sphere processor (a revolution for its time), just bigger than an egg with a claw grip that you can bend around almost anything but is especially designed for LCD monitors, but has no problem with CRT or desks. In fact it has the same grip as the Quickcam pro model from Logitech and maybe if you look at this products photographs you can see it. Okay, so that is your stand. The original camera looked like HAL from 2001 but now looks like HAL combined with a Transformers look. Pity the central camera lens doesn't glow red, ha aha. Instead of lighting up blue on top there is a small green/yellow light that turns on at the side. There are additionally two new features. The cam comes with a cap that you can open and close and a button on the side that you can press to take pictures. To be honest the button is not good because it's hard to hold the cam steady and when you close the cap you sometimes press the button by mistake. While the cap is good it opens up Logitech cam software automatically so you can select a cap image. This conflicts with some chat software clients and I can't seem to be able to turn it off. All round these new features are very nice but the cam gets docked a star because this design could have been much better. It looks great, fantastic looking technology, but the implementation of the cap plus button is bad. Also the front rim is curved not flat. If you sit it flat on the desk it moves from left to right like a rocking chair!
Instead of the parts coming in two pieces (where you had to click into the stand before) it is all in one. The cable is a direct camera to USB2 that runs about the height of an average person, so if you want it to see further you need a USB2 to USB2 extension. However the cable is adequate for most.
The old model does not work with Vista, but this one does. Do not plug in the webcam. Insert the CD. Install the driver software. Then you are prompted to plug in your webcam and follow what Logitech tell you to do. Okay, now you have the camera set so you can take photographs and camera video with it.
They have updated the lighting quality and image quality dramatically. The boost in image quality is considerable. The autofocus is near perfect for the price. You will not have to adjust this camera except to move it. There is a learning curve with the settings. People who don't know how to use it properly don't use these settings. You need to fix the settings like most cameras. There is a default button if things bleach out. I would still say get this cam for the price and look but Logitech should have done better.
In short, this is what you should have unless you want zoom, focus and high quality photographic images. You can use this for free with Yahoo messenger or MSN. 320 x 240 is a fine resolution to run at. This camera can do 640 x 420.
Just get it, call home, force them to upgrade to broadband and end those $100 transatlantic phone calls. FREE VID-PHONE if you have a microphone! In which case, see into getting yourself a headset from the same people who brought you this great product.
Pros
Maybe the best cheap cam around
Image is very good for the price
It looks amazing
Cons
Button on cam is in a bad place
Software has bugs
Rocking cam on the desk
Description of Logitech QuickCam Communicate STX
QuickCam Communicate STX takes your video communications to the next level.Clearer video with 640 x 480 VGA quality and RightLight technologyprovides improved image clarity even in low light, and your calls are alwaysecho-free with the integrated microphone and RightSound technology. Enjoyfree, high quality video calls with synchronized audio via Skype - full-screen with WindowsLive Messenger. Make live video calls to friends and family! Enjoytwo-way, real-time video calls with integrated audio - the perfect way to stayin touch with friends and family.
Features
- Sensor: High quality VGA
- Video Capture: Up to 640 x 480 pixels
- Still Image Capture: 1.3 mexapixels (interpolated)
- Video File Type: AVI
- Still Image File Types: BMP, JPEG
- Frame Rate: Up to 30 frames per second (with recommended system)
- Field of View: 42 degrees horizontal
- Optics: Fixed focus
- USB 2.0 and 1.1 compliant
Box Contains
- Logitech QuickCam Communicate STX Webcam
- 6ft USB CableRound Desktop Base
- Adjustable Monitor Clip
- Installation CD
Windows Requirements
- Windows 98SE, 2000, Me or XP
- Pentium III 500MHz processor, Celeron, Athlon processor or higher
- 200MB free hard drive space
- 64MB of RAM minimum
- Available USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 port
- Windows compatible sound card and speakers
- 16-bit color display adapter
- CD-ROM drive
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Amazon.com Product Description Video communication made easy. QuickCam Communicate STX takes your video communications to the next level. Clearer video with 640 x 480 VGA quality and RightLight technology provides improved image clarity even in low light, and your calls are always echo-free with the integrated microphone and RightSound technology.
- Enjoy free, high quality video calls with synchronized audio via Skype?full-screen with Windows Live Messenger.
- Make live video calls to friends and family! Enjoy two-way, real-time video calls with integrated audio?the perfect way to stay in touch with friends and family.
Works with these applications (not all services available in all areas):
Features:
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| VGA video sensor with RightLight technology Sharper images and video performance even in dim lighting. | Integrated Microphone with RightSound technology Logitech's exclusive RightSound technology ensures your voice comes through clearly and echo-free. | Switched privacy shade Makes launching, muting and closing video sessions easy. |
- Free HP Photosmart Essentials software - Edit and print your photos (web download required).
- Set-up is in 3 quick steps - Logitech software walks you through the process.
- Snapshot button - Taking stills is fast and easy.
- Flexible clip - Attaches to any monitor or notebook, and stands on a tabletop.
System Requirements:
- Pentium II 500, Celeron, Athlon processor or higher
- Microsoft Windows 98SE, 2000, Me or XP
- Available USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 port
- Windows compatible soundcard and speakers
- 16-bit color display adapter
- CD-ROM drive
- 200 MB free hard drive space
- 64 MB RAM minimum
Hardware:
- Sensor: High quality VGA
- Video Capture: Up to 640 x 480 pixels
- Still Image Capture: 1.3 mexapixels (interpolated)
- Video File Type: AVI
- Still Image File Types: BMP, JPEG
- Frame Rate: Up to 30 frames per second (with recommended system)
- Field of View: 42 degrees horizontal
- Optics: Fixed focus
- USB 2.0 and 1.1 compliant
- Cable length: 6 ft. USB cable
Applications for Windows
- Live video calls with free trial of Logitech VideoCall for broadband
- Live video integrated with MSN Messenger
- Live video on AIM/AOL Instant Messenger
- Works with Yahoo! Messenger
- Works with Windows Messenger (XP only)
- Includes Logitech QuickCam software for capturing stills and videos
- Web camming software
Package Contents:
- Logitech QuickCam Communicate STX camera
- 6 ft. USB cable
- Round desktop base
- Adjustable monitor clip
- Installation CD, including user guide
- Quick-start guide
- Bundled software
- 2-year warranty
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