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Streaming Webcams

If you have a webcam, then you can stream it to web browsers or devices using Mezzmo server.

Example: This is handy if you wish to monitor your home or pets whilst you are away from your home.

Adding a webcam into your Mezzmo library

Tip: Make sure your webcam is connected to your computer and is working. Try using it with the webcom software that came with your webcam. Tip: Make sure you have the latest software drivers for your webcam.

  1. In Mezzmo, click Add To Library → Add Capture Device toolbar item.
  2. On the Add Capture Device dialog, select your webcam from the Video list.
    Add Capture Device
  3. Optional: Select your webcam from the Audio list if your webcam includes a microphone and you wish to have audio streamed as well.
  4. Click OK and your webcam will be added into your Mezzmo library. You will find it in the Video → Recently Added playlist.

Streaming your webcam to devices and web browsers

Streaming your webcam is just like streaming a file. On your web browser or device, simply connect to your Mezzmo server and select your webcam from your Mezzmo library. Mezzmo will begin streaming it.

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