I have a lifecam hd 5000. i installed the software from the microsoft online sight. the video part is fine. i just can't get the microphone to work. how do i fix it? and do i need to install the cd that came with it?

Yes, it does. Here are some of the things that it has to offer to you...
Product Description From the Manufacturer Share life as it happens - it's easy with the Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000. Take instant messaging with family and friends to a new level of sight and sound - with the Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000. This webcam is compatible with all leading instant messaging software, so it's simple and fun to use. Great video quality and features, plus crystal-clear audio, make you feel like you're right there! Product Features:

• Superior video quality and High Definition still photos
• Automatic face tracking software
• Video effects
• Pan, tilt, and zoom controls
• Automatically adjusts for low-light conditions for improved video quality
• Built-in unidirectional microphone with acoustic noise cancellation
• Windows Live™ Call Button
• Fits on most monitors, including flat screens, or sits directly on your desk

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Download the latest software driver from the Microsoft web site. Make sure your webcam is plugged directly into the computer and not through a hub or extension cable. Start up the Lifecam software. Using the Lifecam menu (triangle in the upper right corner), set the microphone volume to max via "audio and video settings".

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Try shutting down the firewall, or find out in your program to allow it access.

Go to windows setting
Open audio setting
Change microphone resource to the headset

Normal 0 Did you install the software with the camera connected to the computer? Disconnect the camera from the USB port and reinstall the software. When the program asks you to connect the camera, do so, and it should work. Hope this is of some help. Bud

Below is info for setting up Audio & Video to chat on line after you install , either Skype or a messenger program.


Web Camera’s have to be setup on the program they are to be used with. Just installing the camera on your computer does not set it up to broadcast on messengers or Skype.

Each program has Options that have to be setup in order for the Audio and Video to function properly.

A. Skype Setup:

After downloading and installing Skype set it up as follows:

1. Go to TOOLS, then OPTIONS, and click on Audio Settings and set the Microphone and Speakers to the computer Audio Card.
2. Then click on the Video Settings.
3. The camera if installed properly will come up and show a picture.
4. Then on the bottom of the page click on Save.

The camera and audio should function properly. Your friends and Family will now see and talk to you.

B. Yahoo Setup:

After downloading and installing Yahoo Messenger set it up as follows:

1. Go to Messenger at the top left and click on it.
2. Next go down to Preferences and click on it.
3. Next Calling and Devices on the right and set the Microphone and Speakers to the computer Audio Card.
4. Next go to the Test Audio section and (in blue writing) click on “Open the call setup assistant” and follow the instructions on the left window.

C. Windows Live Messenger:

1. After you start Windows Live Messenger, expand the view by clicking on the square on top left next to the red X.
2. Then on the Windows Live messenger window on the right side, click on “ “Show Menus.” And then click on “Show the Menu Bar”.
3. Next go to the Menu Bar on right side, click on “ “Action.”
4. Go to “TOOLS” and click “Audio and Video Setting” and follow the instructions.

NOTE: You audio and video shoud work. Enjoy.

When done both the Audio and Video will function properly so you can chat and see family or friends you are connected to.
Hope this helps. Bud

I had the same problem with Lifecam VX3000 on Vista, and tried all the remedies everyone suggested online, including upgrades to driver, software, and DirectX. I even went out and bought a new webcam by a different manufacturer.

Turns out the answer was simpler. DON'T turn on the Lifecam software before you start Skype!

If you do, Skype thinks that "another program" is using the webcam. Open Skype alone; it will find the webcam and turn it on. Now I can chat with our little grandson in Kuala Lumpur. Hope this helps.

Normal 0 Go to Control Panel and Click on Sounds, Click on Audio, then Click on the Microphone. Then Click on the drop down and select Camera Microphone.
Click OK and it should work.
Hope this helps. Bud

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