How to Stream an iTunes Visualizer on a Webcam
The iTunes visualizer produces a collection of synchronized effects based on the rhythm of the music you are listening to with iTunes. If you want to broadcast the visualizer in action while video chatting with someone, you can use a virtual webcam software to record your desktop with iTunes open.
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Instructions
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Using ManyCam
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Download ManyCam and open the installer. Follow the prompts to install the software, and then check the box next to "Run ManyCam." Click on "Finish."
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Click on "Sources," and then click on "Desktop." You will see your desktop in the preview screen. Click on "Close." ManyCam will remain active; you will see the icon in the notification area.
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Open iTunes. Click on "View," and then click "Show Visualizer." Begin playing your music.
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Connect to the video chat source. When connecting, select "ManyCam Video Source" as your webcam, rather than your computer's default webcam.
Using Magic Camera
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Download and install Magic Camera. Open the program. Click on "Capture Screen."
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Drag the corners of the screen-capture window to expand its size.
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Open iTunes. Click on "View," and then click "Show Visualizer." Begin playing music.
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Connect to the chat source. Select "Magic Camera Capture" as your webcam source to broadcast the iTunes visualizer.
Using ScreenCamera
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Download and install ScreenCamera. Open the program when the installation is complete.
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Click on "Video Capture," and then click on "Record." Minimize the window. Open iTunes. Click on "View," and then click on "Show Visualizer."
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Connect to the chat client. Select "ScreenCamera Video Source" as your webcam to begin broadcasting the iTunes visualizer.
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Tips & Warnings
If you are using video chat with a messenger program, you may need to open your Settings panel to select the webcam input source.
You can also show or hide the iTunes visualizer by pushing "CTRL" and "T" simultaneously.
