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Re: Webcam issue - still image instead of live video

Post by EssCee »

Hi dl9220,

Thanks for that.
Tried it, but no joy.

phd21, I have now updated the kernel but the issue is still present.
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Re: Webcam issue - still image instead of live video

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EssCee wrote:Hi dl9220,

Thanks for that.
Tried it, but no joy.

phd21, I have now updated the kernel but the issue is still present.
hmmmmmm.... reluctant hardware, I love it.

Check Synaptic, search for 'uvcvideo' and eventually remove it. Synaptic will list any other item involved and ask confirmation. If unsure, just cancel. Reboot afterwards and do an update in Synaptic (reload, check all upgradeable items and apply). search again for 'uvcvideo'. If all went well, it should be installed and running...

If this isn't working, start studying Greek, my Latin is running out...

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EssCee

Re: Webcam issue - still image instead of live video

Post by EssCee »

End result - webcam module in the laptop lid was buggered.
Replaced - all working fine.
Still is...

Ta :)
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