IMAC's built in camera

Can I use the built in camera to broadcast my face while I am chatting on the internet - particularly if the other person does not have a MAC? If so, how? Really don't understand computers, so if I can, please use the least technical language possible
Thanks in advance.
Bob

Check the help files for iChat. Then, peruse the iChat forum.

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i've repaired permissions, rebooted, run fsck,
tried to run the 10.4.10 combo intel updater but the one available online won't let you install it on this system. it comes with 10.4.10 installed.
powered down and unplugged everything for 30 seconds, the plugged everything back in and rebooted.
i've reinstalled the os from the included dvds... "archive and install"
all software updates are installed, including "iMac Software Update 1.0"
any other ideas other than send it back?

i might have a little help for you people. I just had this same problem, and i was very frustrated about it. here is how i fixed it.
Have you been messing with Quicktime in the last few days/hours? you probably deleted a file that you needed. i found a place tha told me how to put it back, as well as had a download of the file in question. here is the link address --
http://techslaves.org/index.php?page=17
hope it works for you too!

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I would like to do a self-interview for use in a movie project. Can I capture video of myself using my iMac built-in camera? Is there an app somewhere that allows me to do this?

Use Photo Booth - and select the "film clip" icon at the lower left of the window.

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Or one of the places that can make use of it as well such as System Preferences > Users and Groups > your account > pic (It will edit and offer the camera).
As this Thread is in Mavericks it will be Messages and not iChat.
Most Browser with the Flash Player plug-in can make use of sites like MeBeam
GoogleTalk can be used in a Browser to other compatible sources with the Google Video Plug-in.
@hdd828
I would go to the Apple Icon Menu and hold the ALT key down whilst doing so and select the System Profilier.
The camera should appear under the USB items.
If it does not try a PRAM reset.
Restart the computer holding down the CMD+ALT+P+R keys until you have heard three Start up bongs then let the Start up continue.
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Hello Triunfo,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
If you are using the current version of iMovie, 10.0.6, you can follow the directions in the help article linked to below to import using the built-in FaceTime HD camera.
Record video with the built-in FaceTime HD camera - iMovie Help
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Have a look at > How to Troubleshoot iSight

Why won't my iMac detect my built in camera?

My computer won't dect my built in camera. Just wondering why? It's pretty much brand new, I have updated it recently and was wondering if it could have something to do with that? It used to work and now it doesn't. I have tried the disk utility thing.

JesseC7 wrote:
My computer won't dect my built in camera. Just wondering why? ...
Because something is wrong. However, without more info, we cannot tell what or how to correct it.
(1) If the iSight Troubleshooting article Carolyn links above does not help (the proper "reset" suggested there often does,) applying the latest Combo Update for the Mac OS you use may correct your trouble.
For 10.7,x: http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1459
For 10.6.x: http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1399
Whichever you use, repair permissions immediately before AND after the update.
If you use a different Mac OS, search here http://support.apple.com/downloads/
If you cannot find the update you need, post back your Mac OS version and we will give you a specific link.
(2) If you need to post back, include info for which Mac and Mac OS you use. (If you like, you can include this info in your User Profile so you do not need to enter into every post you make.) Also, for this particular problem, please tell us whether you whether you have a Canon Scanner app in your  > System Preferences... > Users & Groups > Login Items.
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IMac built in camera for video recording.

The I mac I purchased last year has a built in cam.I would like to know if I can do a short video recording using this cam.I know this is mostly used as a webcam,however I would like to know if I can do a recording on it.If so how to go about? Will the recording be like a webcam recording (not in full flow but cartoon like) or will it be like recording on a handycam, atleast to an extent? I dont want the discontinuity woth short pauses inbetween, that we see on webcams.

You can see if you like it by using PhotoBooth's video function, the film looking icon to the left of the record button.

How do I use the built-in camera or webcam?

I know this may sound very elementary but there was no documentation with my Mac when I bought it new (except a thin flimsy pamphlet with very baic stuff in it) and the help menu comes up with nothing at all when I search for web cam, webcam or isight.
Where do I go to learn about how to use the built-in camera/web cam as a camera and also as a web cam?
Thank you

VortexBoy wrote: ... I know this may sound very elementary but there was no documentation with my Mac when I bought it new (except a thin flimsy pamphlet with very baic stuff in it)...
There should have been a seventy page booklet in the box with your new iMac. If yours is the latest version, clicking here will download it if you cannot find the physical copy. If yours is an older iMac model, you can search for the correct manual from the iNtel iMac Support Page > "Manuals" link.
After that, Mac 101 is a great web-based information source. If you don't need general help, take a look here for specifics about each application of interest.
VortexBoy wrote: ... and the help menu comes up with nothing at all when I search for web cam, webcam or isight....
If your posted info is correct that you are running Mac OS X (10.7.3), you should be able to get started by using your Mac's Finder > Help menu command. Searching for "camera" (without quotation marks) on my 10.7.3 Mac returns Mac's Help article entitled "Use your Mac’s built-in camera." This is the web version of the same help.
Other apps, like QuickTime Player (the Lion QT 10.x version), and iMovie (part of iLife that came with your Mac) can also use your iMac's camera.
iMovie Help or this web page version of the same help will explain how to "Record video directly into iMovie".
Use QTX Player's File > New Movie Recording menu command to record video with it. You can configure size and quality of the recorded material by using QTX's preferences as shown in this image:
VortexBoy wrote: ... Where do I go to learn about how to use the built-in camera/web cam as a camera and also as a web cam? ...
Different apps do not all work the same. For function-specific help, search Help in separate camera applications; i.e., after you launch Photo Booth, iChat, QTX, iChat, etc., use the individual app's Help menu command to search for more info on the camera or what you want to do.
This article offers great basic tips about how to position, light, and use built-in cameras. Although its subject shows it was written for iMacs, it is equally applicable to other reader's inbuilt Apple cameras, too.
For more specialized functions than those offered by the camera software already included with your Mac, you can search the Mac App Store for other apps that can use your camera.
For webcam help with iChat, use Apple's iChat Support page if you need more help that that provided in the dialog boxes and iChat > Help on your Mac.
To use your camera with FaceTime, search your Mac's FaceTime > Help or these web versions of the same Help topics that should be available on your Mac.
Skype or other third party webcam apps will offer their own Help menus of varying quality. In additon to these app Help services, some apps offer comprehensive Support services via their web page. If you decide to add Skype to your Mac, you can click here to review the excellent Skype Support pages.
If you need to start a new topic for specific questions after you get started, give as much detail about what you want to do and what you may have already tried unsuccessfully. We will offer specific suggestions based on the details you provide.
Enjoy your new Mac!
EZ Jim
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IMovie no longer recognises the built in camera or my camcorder

I have just tried to record something on iMovie (08) and it doesn't appear to recognise the built in camera.
I have attached my camcorder (Canon FS10) via USB and that isn't being recognised by iMovie either.
I recently upgraded to Lion from Snow Leopard & this is the first time I've tried to use iMovie. Could this be the reason.
The iMac is recognising the camcorder as it appears in the finder when connected.
Can any one tell me why this is happening & how to get either camera working in iMovie?

Is the little green light on?
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Built in camera

hi guys whyn I start the Photo Booth app or any other app using the built in camera appears a message that says there is no camera dedected. any advice for the problem? thanks?

To troubleshoot the iSight, go to: > How to Troubleshoot iSight
Reset the SMC > Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)
and the PRAM and NVRAM > Resetting your Mac's PRAM and NVRAM
Also note: that the iSight can only be used by one Application at a time.
Lastly if the iSight is still not working after the resets and troubleshooting, them you will need to contact your Local Apple Store or local AASP. > Apple - Support - iMac - Service FAQ

IChat on older Mac without built in camera

Hey now -
My Mom has an older iMac (G5 White) that does not have the built in camera. She recently saw my niece and I using iChat and thought it was pretty cool. I think she would like to be able to talk to the Grandkids via iChat. I see that Amazon has some USB add on cameras in the $25 - $100 range. I'm thinking about buying her a camera for her Mac so she can start using iChat. I have two questions I'm hoping someone can help me with -
1) Can someone recommend good USB add on camera for use with a G5 iMac and iChat - in the $25 to $75 range? Is that $25 Macally on Amazon any good?
2) I know the G5 Mac is running Mac OS X Leopard - would iChat be installed on her computer even if there wasn't a camera attached to the machine at the time of the OS upgrade? If not, can it be loaded from the Leopard disc?
Your help / advice will be greatly appreciated!

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Cameras fall into 5 main categories now.
1) Firewire like the External iSight (not available for Apple and expensive on Amazon/ebay)
2) USB 1.1 cameras that do not have Mac Drivers
3) USB 1.1 Cameras that do have Mac Drivers
4) USB 2.0 cameras that are Vista Certified (Or USB Video Class (UVC) Compliant)
That do not need drivers with OS 1.4.9 and above (They will not work in USB 1.1 as they have no Mac Drivers)
5) USB 2.0 cameras that are not UVC compliant.
Re 1) there are not many on the market now.
re 3) Most of these also need the iUSBCam Utility to change the Video feed from the camera into something iChat can work with. However on this site there is a camera Guide on the right hand side of that link that list cameras that will work and links to Drivers that will work with the Mac OS
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