How to Add the Logitech C920 Camera to Open Broadcaster Software Studio: a Step-by-Step Guide
Welcome back, everyone! Today, we are going to delve into a popular topic among video streamers and video creators alike: how to integrate the Logitech C920 webcamera into Open Broadcaster Software Studio. This is a fantastic camera choice, known for its stellar quality and ease of use, especially on Microsoft Windows ten operating system, where it works seamlessly right out of the box. So let us get into it!
Step 1: Setting Up Your Logitech C920 Web Camera
Before diving into Open Broadcaster Software Studio, make sure your Logitech C920 web camera is properly set up on your Microsoft Windows ten operating system based computer. Good news: you typically will not need additional software for it to work because Microsoft Windows ten operating system already includes the necessary drivers. However, I recommend downloading the Logitech software to gain access to advanced settings, such as color balance, brightness adjustments, and zoom features. While I will not cover the installation process in this video, stay tuned for a separate tutorial dedicated to that task!
Step 2: Launching Open Broadcaster Software Studio
Now that your camera is installed, open Open Broadcaster Software Studio version number 18.0.1 sixty four bit for this tutorial. Open Broadcaster Software is a powerful tool that allows you to capture and broadcast your video, and it features a flexibility that's perfect for managing multiple scenes and sources.
Step 3: Creating a New Scene
Once you are in Open Broadcaster Software, you will need to create a new scene specifically for your Logitech C920 web camera:
- In the Scenes box, click the ‘+’ icon to add a new scene.
- Give it a memorable name, like “C920 Test,” so you will remember what it is for.
Step 4: Adding the C920 as a Source
Next, let us add the webcamera as a source:
- In the Sources box, click the ‘+’ icon again and select Video Capture Device from the list.
- Name the source something identifiable, like “C920”, and click OK.
At this point, if everything is correct, you should see the web video camera feed appear in the Open Broadcaster Software preview.
Step 5: Adjusting Camera Settings and Layout
Now it is time to make some adjustments to your camera feed:
- By default, the preview is locked. Right-click and select Lock Preview to remove that lock so you can move things around.
- You will want to click on the camera feed as it will turn red when selected, and you can resize and reposition the video to fit your needs. You can use the small red circles around the border to drag and resize it.
Here is how to align your camera perfectly:
- You will want to right-click on the source, then navigate to Transform, and explore options like Fit to Screen or Center as needed.
- You can also reset the transform if you ever need to start over.
Step 6: Final Touches with Logitech Software
If you installed the Logitech software:
- You can access the camera's properties by clicking the gear icon next to the source in Open Broadcaster Software.
- Now you will want to click on Configure Video in order to bring up the advanced settings. Here, you can adjust lighting, exposure, gain, brightness, contrast, white balance, and more.
- Options like autofocus and zoom can also be managed from this interface, allowing you to customize the feed further for your specific needs.
Step 7: Locking Your Preview
Once you have configured everything looking just right, remember to lock your preview again to prevent accidental adjustments during your recording or live stream.
Wrapping It Up
That is it! You have successfully integrated your Logitech C920 video web camera into Open Broadcaster Software Studio. Now you know how to create a scene, add your camera, customize its size and position, and tweak its settings for the best results.
Every time you make changes in the preview, do not forget to hit the Transition button in order to ensure that those changes reflect in your live feed!
Enjoy creating with your new setup, whether it is for streaming, video calls, or recording content. If you found this guide helpful, do not forget to subscribe for more tips and tutorials! These instructions and tips were written for Microsoft Windows ten operating system, however they can be used as a basis for other Microsoft Windows operating systems.