Adobe Captivate 4 won't stop using my webcam

Hello to all.
I am using Adobe Captivate 4 to make some projects.
The problem is, after i install AC4 i can't use my webcam.
I reinstalled my OS, and i installed my applications one by one and after instaling AC4 my webcam stops working.
It says to close the application that is using it.
How can i stop AC4 to use my webcam?
Thanks!

Hi there
Is this an external or internal WebCam?
This is odd because Captivate generally cannot record using a WebCam. However, I note that my Microsoft LifeChat WebCam also has a built in microphone. So I'm wondering if it's the Microphone that is being used or seen by Captivate.
Cheers... Rick
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