LifeCam VX-5000
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Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000
  • Windows Live Movie Maker
    Start a movie project with one click, then upload widescreen video to social networking sites.

  • Windows Live Photo Gallery
    Easily upload a photo that you can edit, tag, and share with friends and family.

  • Windows Live™ Call Button
    It's simple to start video calls. One touch of the Windows Live Call Button lets you see who's online, and you're on your way to making a video call.

  • LifeCam Dashboard
    Add special effects and control your webcam—all from the Windows Live Messenger window.

  • World Class VGA Optics
    See more clearly with 2x the light collection than regular VGA optics.

  • Superior Low-light Performance
    Auto-adjusts for low-light conditions.

  • Flexible Stand
    Bend, fold and shape the flexible base for the best angle on laptop screens, flat panels and traditional monitors.

  • Available in Three Fun Colors
    Color ring accent available in Fire Red, Cool Blue or Lucky Green.

  • Optimized for Windows Live™ Messenger
    Windows Live Messenger lets you chat online via text, voice and video. Combine the features of Windows Live with the LifeCam VX-5000 for an unforgettable experience.

  • 1.3 Megapixel Sensor
    Take 1.3 megapixel photos to share with friends and family.

  • Built-In Microphone
    The built-in microphone automatically picks up your voice with remarkable clarity.

  • Video Effects
    Discover a fun way to express yourself with these entertaining video effects built into the LifeCam dashboard.

  • Broad IM Compatibility
    Works with: Windows Live™, AOL Instant Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger, Microsoft Office Communicator, Skype.

  • 3X Digital Zoom
    The zoom delivers realistic, up-close-and-personal video, so you can see the contours of every smile.

  • Attaches to Desktops and Notebooks
    Fits on most monitors, including flat screens and notebooks, or sits directly on your desk.

  • Always Focused
    The webcam is always in focus – no fine tuning needed. Focus depth of field is from 21” to 60”.

  • Pan, Tilt and Zoom
    The pan and tilt functionality make it a snap to capture the big picture, however you want to see it.

  • 3 Year Warranty
    » Limited Warranty and License Agreement available here.


    System Requirements
    Operating System
    Windows® 7, Windows Vista® or Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2) or later
    Processor
    Windows® 7: Intel Pentium® 4 2.8 GHz (Pentium Dual Core 1.8 GHz recommended), 1 GB of RAM (2 GB recommended), 200-600 MB hard drive space

    Windows Vista®: Intel Pentium® 4 2.8 GHz (Pentium Dual-Core 1.8 GHz or higher recommended), 1 GB of RAM (2 GB recommended)

    Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2) or later: Intel Pentium®4 1.8 GHz (Pentium 4.3 or higher recommended), 256MB of RAM (500MB recommended)
    Hard Drive
    Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2) or later: 400–1250 MB

    Windows Vista®: 200-600 MB
    Other
    Broadband Internet access required; access fees may apply

    USB 1.1 (USB 2.0 recommended)

    CD-ROM drive

    Display adapter capable of 16-bit color depth or higher, 2 MB or higher video memory

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    MSRP: $49.95
    Part Number: RKA-00001
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