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TIPS ON SETTING UP YOUR OWN CAM

From message board member Kent in WA:

"I'm using a Sony camcorder. Yes, most camcorders will work if you can run them without it shutting off. I have to take my tape out. You'll need a video card in your computer that will take video in. I'm using a ATI 8500 all in one. If your computer needs a video card update then buy a good one and you won't have problems. Good video cards can be found for less than $100. I'm feeding the video into my computer with 75 ohm coax cable, so you can run the camera hundreds of feet away. I have sound too, but don't bother with that very often. There are wireless systems too that work, so that's a option. It's easy to set up if you're ok messing with computers and know some basics."

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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