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Have you noticed that sometimes when you play a video in a Zoom meeting or webinar the video is jerky and does not play back smoothly. There is a simple solution to this whether you are playing it back on a Windows PC or Apple Mac and in this episode I show you how. ***Check out the new way to share video in Zoom: https://youtu.be/A6_dm-IwcWo If you want to see more then check out my channel on youtube http://www.jargonfreehelp.com and my website shootwithschwartz.com. This video, like many on my channel, has been created using Camtasia https://techsmith.z6rjha.net/zaqjq0 For more tutorials see my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com I am an Amazon an Techsmith affiliate and might earn when purchasing from any of these links. However, this does keep my free tutorials to you going.

If you have been using Zoom, Skype or Teams to teach (or perhaps for demonstrations) then you might be wondering how you can show more like notes, workings, a book or anything else to show your students. Wouldn't it be useful to use your iPhone or other smartphone camera as a second camera or document camera to do this. Well you can and in this video I show you how to do it in Zoom but it works very similarly in Skype, Teams and other software. There are two apps I am using on my iPhone, there are versions for other smartphones like Android and you can search for them. I have both NeuralCam Live and EpocCam, both are free but there are paid for versions that give you extra features if you need it. EpocCam also has an option to use with Wifi so no need for a cable which can give you extra freedom. This is great for anything you are teaching where another camera would be useful. Things I used: Ring light, USB powered and stand: https://amzn.to/30vxbBf Related videos: Using the EOS Webcam Utility: https://youtu.be/-3eIpZn-2rM Connecting you GoPro Hero 8 Black or Hero 9: https://youtu.be/uiAycaws1kA Related links: NeuralCam Live: https://neural.cam/live/ Elgato EpocCam: https://www.elgato.com/en/epoccam EOS Webcam Utility for connecting Canon cameras: https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/self-help-center/eos-webcam-utility GoPro Webcam: https://community.gopro.com/t5/en/How-to-Use-Your-GoPro-as-a-Webcam/ta-p/665493 If you want to see more then check out my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com

Zoom allows you to choose a virtual background. It can look more professional and if you are working from home it can hide where you are and make you look a lot more professional. But it can also be fun too. Why not have a meeting from a tropical island! Here I show you the options of virtual backgrounds either using Zoom's option or a Green Screen, which has some obvious advantages, using your own photos or videos. You should be aware that it doesn't work on all devices. Zoom support page with compatible devices and operating systems can be found at this link: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/210707503-Virtual-Background I used a green screen and you can purchase one in the link below . More helpful links are below: Setting up a green screen: https://youtu.be/K80czLrckD0 Setting up a Zoom meeting and the security issues: https://youtu.be/Vgt1ZHE2PEs Joining a Zoom meeting, the virtual background and a tip for looking better: https://youtu.be/naljuS5xQ38 Zoom compatibility website for virtual backgrounds: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/210707503-Virtual-Background Product links: Lastolite green screens: Lastolite by Manfrotto LL LC6981 1.8 x 2.75 cm Collapsible Background - Chromakey Green: https://amzn.to/2xDuUJg Lastolite by Manfrotto LL LC5981 1.8 x 2.1 m Collapsible Background - Chromakey Green: https://amzn.to/2RGVbgG Lastolite by Manfrotto LL LB1121 Magnetic Background Support Kit with Stand: https://amzn.to/3aa3Mio Chapters 0:00 Start 1:47 Choosing a background 2:56 Choosing a background from your own photos 3:22 Adding a video as a virtual background If you want to see more then check out my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com

If you record your Zoom meetings or webinars and want to get the best quality from them then there are three things you can do to make them that much better. Have you found yourself trying to edit the file only to find your video editing software is struggling. I used to until I changed one of the settings. I was always having to make a proxy or transcode it, otherwise when I pressed the play or pause button there was a significant delay. Here I share with you the three things that I find make a difference to the quality of the recording. This video, like many on my channel, has been created using Camtasia https://techsmith.z6rjha.net/zaqjq0 For more tutorials see my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com I am an Amazon an Techsmith affiliate and might earn when purchasing from any of these links. However, this does keep my free tutorials to you going.

Zoom has proven very popular for keeping in touch both personally and for work. Virtual backgrounds help make Zoom meetings and webinars more interesting and now you can use your PowerPoint or Keynote presentations as your background. This makes teaching and demos a lot more engaging. A bit like how presenters are superimposed over a weather map. Here I used a green screen to help, virtual backgrounds work better with one. Here are some related videos: How to play back video smoothly in Zoom: https://youtu.be/vXH6Rx8RjX4 Using a virtual background in Zoom and using a green screen: https://youtu.be/tFKNxvv02Kw Setting up a green screen: https://youtu.be/K80czLrckD0 If you want to see more then check out my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com

In part 1 we looked at setting up a Zoom meeting, https://youtu.be/Vgt1ZHE2PEs, here we look at joining a Zoom meeting, virtual backgrounds, what a green screen is and a tip for looking better on camera. We also look at the limitations of some devices that might not have the same features such as virtual background. It turns out Lisa's iPad mini can't do virtual backgrounds but Gary's iPad Pro does. Lisa needs a newer device, maybe a new iPad mini, iPad or iPad Pro. Chapters 0:00 Start of video 7:45 Green screen 11:58 Looking good on camera Related links: Setting up a Zoom Meeting: https://youtu.be/Vgt1ZHE2PEs Setting up a green screen for a Zoom meeting: https://youtu.be/K80czLrckD0 Zoom website: https://zoom.us Download centre on Zoom to download app https://zoom.us/download How to connect an external mic: https://youtu.be/-kvR3RdoyD0 Filming tips with your smartphone, DSLR, mirrorless camera or camcorder Lastolite by Manfrotto Panoramic Background Connection Kit 2.3m Chroma Key Green,LL LB7945: https://amzn.to/2RHN1oj Lastolite by Manfrotto LL LC5981 1.8 x 2.1 m Collapsible Background - Chromakey Green: https://amzn.to/2Kaoa8B Rode Wireless Go: https://amzn.to/2ZkCkNy Clip on mic (kind of optional): https://amzn.to/33PQ3vb They do a bundle of the Rode Wireless Go and clip on mic: https://amzn.to/2L1wLun Rode SC4 adaptor: https://amzn.to/2ZaHzjL For more video tutorials see my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com

Zoom has a feature that allows you to add a virtual background to project a more professional feel when you are Zooming and videoing from home. Having your bookshelves behind you doesn't necessarily achieve this but this feature does not work on all computers and devices. Another option available to you is to create a background with a Green Screen. Here I explain to you what a Green Screen is and the advantage of using it as an alternative, what you will need and how easy it is to set up. Below, also, are some related links including other useful videos and the equipment I used. If you want to see more then check out my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com Related videos: Setting up the virtual background, the green screen option and adding your own background: https://youtu.be/tFKNxvv02Kw Setting up a Zoom meeting and the security issues: https://youtu.be/Vgt1ZHE2PEs Joining a Zoom meeting, the virtual background and a tip for looking better: https://youtu.be/naljuS5xQ38 Related links: Zoom compatibility website for virtual backgrounds: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/210707503-Virtual-Background Lastolite green screens: Lastolite by Manfrotto LL LC6981 1.8 x 2.75 cm Collapsible Background - Chromakey Green: https://amzn.to/2xDuUJg Lastolite by Manfrotto LL LC5981 1.8 x 2.1 m Collapsible Background - Chromakey Green: https://amzn.to/2RGVbgG Lastolite by Manfrotto LL LB1121 Magnetic Background Support Kit with Stand: https://amzn.to/3aa3Mio Chapters 0:00 Start 1:51 Setting Up the Stand 3:19 The Green Screen Background 5:28 Using a Different Background - Not Green Screen

Webinars are a great way to run an online seminar or teach online. Following up with a survey with the audience or class with a quick poll is useful for feedback? This will also help you to keep them engaged, maybe find out what they want in the the future, ask key questions and interact with the audience. Zoom webinars have polling built in and here I show you how to set it up and use it to get the best results. If you want to see more then look around my YouTube channel http://www.jargonfreehelp.com and subscribe. If you have any comments for future tutorials I'd love to hear from you. This video, like many on my channel, has been created using Camtasia https://techsmith.z6rjha.net/zaqjq0 For more tutorials see my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com I am an Amazon an Techsmith affiliate and might earn when purchasing from any of these links. However, this does keep my free tutorials to you going.

Webinars are a great way to run an online seminar or teach online. Following up with a survey with the audience or class with a quick poll is useful for feedback? This will also help you to keep them engaged, maybe find out what they want in the the future, ask key questions and interact with the audience. Zoom webinars have polling built in and here I show you how to set it up and use it to get the best results. If you want to see more then look around my YouTube channel http://www.jargonfreehelp.com and subscribe. If you have any comments for future tutorials I'd love to hear from you. This video, like many on my channel, has been created using Camtasia https://techsmith.z6rjha.net/zaqjq0 For more tutorials see my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com I am an Amazon an Techsmith affiliate and might earn when purchasing from any of these links. However, this does keep my free tutorials to you going.

When you are hosting a Zoom webinar, or holding a Zoom meeting, you can add panelists and it is you who controls who you see on the screen. You can also turn an attendee to a panelist. You can also invite your panelists in advance. Choosing the advance option panelists will automatically get a link to join the webinar. You can also swap panelists to become attendees again. In this episode I show you how to set up your panelists in advance and also how to switch the attendee to become a panelist and back to an attendee. If you want to see more then check out http://www.jargonfreehelp.com and my website shootwithschwartz.com This video, like many on my channel, has been created using Camtasia https://techsmith.z6rjha.net/zaqjq0 For more tutorials see my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com I am an Amazon an Techsmith affiliate and might earn when purchasing from any of these links. However, this does keep my free tutorials to you going.

When you are hosting a Zoom webinar, or holding a Zoom meeting, you can add panelists and it is you who controls who you see on the screen. You can also turn an attendee to a panelist. You can also invite your panelists in advance. Choosing the advance option panelists will automatically get a link to join the webinar. You can also swap panelists to become attendees again. In this episode I show you how to set up your panelists in advance and also how to switch the attendee to become a panelist and back to an attendee. If you want to see more then check out http://www.jargonfreehelp.com and my website shootwithschwartz.com This video, like many on my channel, has been created using Camtasia https://techsmith.z6rjha.net/zaqjq0 For more tutorials see my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com I am an Amazon an Techsmith affiliate and might earn when purchasing from any of these links. However, this does keep my free tutorials to you going.

This excellent little utility from Canon is excellent for connecting compatible Canon cameras to use as a webcam in software like Zoom, Skype, Wirecast and more for getting a nicer image rather than the one from your webcam. It not only has a better image but you can zoom in and also adjust the exposure as well as having a nice bokeh (blurred background) should you want it. But it also allows the flexibility of having wide angle of close up which is useful if you want to teach. If it is dancing, yoga, pilates or something similar you might want to have it wide angle. If you are teaching or demonstrating cooking, embroidery or a musical instrument then you can zoom in. You can also switch between the Canon camera and your webcam giving you more than one angle. In this video I used the beta version but the links will take you to the full version. Still does the same great job to connect your camera with just a USB cable. Here are the links mentioned in the video: Support page for EOS Webcam Utility Beta, this is where you will find a list of compatible Canon cameras, download and installation instructions: https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/self-help-center/eos-webcam-utility/ Forums Windows: https://community.usa.canon.com/t5/Software/EOS-Webcam-Utility-Beta-Windows-Software-Share-Your-Feedback/m-p/304026 Mac: https://community.usa.canon.com/t5/Software/Now-Available-for-Mac-EOS-Webcam-Utility-Beta-Software-Share/m-p/307778 Tethertools TetherPro USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Micro-B Cable, 15 feet, High-Visibility Orange: https://amzn.to/3201y4P Tether Tools USB 3.0 to USB-C 4, 15 feet, orange (the one used in this video): https://amzn.to/2ZaPBHE Manfrotto Befree live: https://amzn.to/3eZXxRE Canon EOS R: https://amzn.to/2CiBE1h If you want to see more then check out my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com

It seems lots of camera manufacturers are creating software to turn their cameras into webcams, not sure if this has something to do with the popularity of software like Zoom and Teams. Now GoPro have released an update and some software for their Hero8 and HERO9 Black model. It was really easy to setup and works well. This now gives you the option to have a better camera than your built in webcam or FaceTime HD camera and also allows you to move the camera into a better position which is good for demonstrating or teaching. With one of the longer cables listed below you GoPro instructions: https://community.gopro.com/t5/en/How-to-Use-Your-GoPro-as-a-Webcam/ta-p/665493 GoPro software to install on computer: https://s3.amazonaws.com/software.gopro.com/Mac/GoPro-Webcam-1.0.220.pkg Tethertools TetherPro USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Micro-B Cable, 15 feet, High-Visibility Orange: https://amzn.to/3201y4P Tether Tools USB 3.0 to USB-C 4, 15 feet, orange (the one used in this video): https://amzn.to/2ZaPBHE If you want to see more then check out my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com

Did you know you can connect more than one camera to your computer to use with Zoom. That means that during a Zoom meeting or Zoom webinar you can use a better camera, like your mirrorless or camcorder. This is great for teaching or to demonstrate something. It means you can get a better angle, get close up or wide. If you are cooking you can also keep the computer away from any spillages, steam, flour or oil if you are frying. What is also helpful is that you can have more than one camera and switch between them. Very useful if you need to see the presenter and then closeup on something, or just to get a different perspective. More and more camera manufacturers are making it easy to connect their cameras as webcams with out any additional hardware except for a USB cable, here are two videos to show you the Canon EOS R and GoPro Hero8 Black that I use here: Why Use Your Canon Camera as a Webcam: https://youtu.be/-3eIpZn-2rM Using the GoPro Hero8 Black as a Webcam: https://youtu.be/uiAycaws1kA Here are links to some of the items I used in this video: Canon EOS R: https://amzn.to/30IjXlR Canon EOS R + RS 24-105 Mount Adapter Kit - Black: https://amzn.to/2C72zNr GoPro Hero8 Black: https://amzn.to/3lKQwI7 Gorilla Pod: https://amzn.to/3gXir3Z Here are the long cables I used Tethertools TetherPro USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Micro-B Cable, 15 feet, High-Visibility Orange: https://amzn.to/3201y4P Tether Tools USB 3.0 to USB-C 4, 15 feet, orange (the one used in this video): https://amzn.to/2ZaPBHE If you want to see more then check out my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com

Let's face it the webcam on your iMac, MacBook Pro, MacBook or MacBook Air is ok, not terrible, but the one on your iPhone is so much better. So why not consider using that use as your Webcam. I recently discovered this new App: NeuralCam Live, it provides unique Webcam features to help you have the best video calls in any light and context. https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/neuralcam-live-smart-webcam/id1524933155. After a simple setup process, NeuralCam Live sends your iPhone camera’s feed towards your computer through an USB cable that connects the two allowing you to pickup the iPhone and show you something other than yourself. With some iPhones you have the option of zooming in and also going for wider angles. NeuralCam Live has a Low Light Mode that helps you obtain a much brighter and clearer video feed if you are holding meetings and events or even meeting your friends and family (can't wait for that to start happening again) in the evening or at night. System Requirements In order to transform your iPhone into a Smart Webcam with NeuralCam Live, you’ll need the following: An iPhone 6s or newer, running iOS 13 or newer A Mac running MacOS 10.12 or newer A USB cable Currently, NeuralCam Live only supports Mac computers, but I am advised that Windows support will be coming soon. Sirui professional mini tripod: https://amzn.to/3cxshbM Joby Gorillapod: https://amzn.to/3jrsNuL SMALLRIG Smartphone Tripod Mount holder Clamp,Tripod Phone Adapter: https://amzn.to/2ZaC6az If you want to see more then check out my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com

Are you being asked to lecture or create videos in your new style home office/studio now that working from home has become the norm for so many of us. I suspect you are probably making more video calls than ever using Zoom, Skype, FaceTime or MS Teams. I am often asked how to achieve good lighting and better sound. I am happy to share with you my reasonably priced solution to get great results. This simple solution will also help to make sure that your smartphone is at a better height so you are not looking down and everyone sees you face-on. I do use an iPhone in this video but you can use any smartphone that fits. In fact you can just use this LED Ring Light as a light for your filming with other cameras or even your webcam. Kit used in this video: LED Ring Light with Tripod Stand, 10 inch Dimmable Ring Light, 3 Color Modes and 10 Brightness, USB Powered, Heighten Hose, Phone Holder for Live Streaming, Makeup, Camera, Selfie: https://amzn.to/3vfe2Sn Microphone kit for iPhone,Lavalier Lapel Microphone Speaker Omnidirectional Audio Video Recording: https://amzn.to/2SCCg6Z Related videos: Connecting a Wireless Mic to an iPhone or iPad: https://youtu.be/AoWOnizJsVQ If you want to see more then check out my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com and subscribe to my channel.

Zoom webinars have become very popular this year and I have helped run many of them along with virtual conferences. One of the things I find useful is the practise (UK spelling) session, it allows me to get all the panelists there, chat through what is happening, check their cameras and microphones and if they need to share their screen make sure they know how to do that. Obviously we don't want the audience to see that, if I started the webinar normally then if someone joins early they would be able to see and hear what is going on. With practise session on they won't be able to see or hear us until we start the webinar. In this video I show you how to set it up and also some advice on getting the best result. Related videos: Setting up a webinar poll: https://youtu.be/Cbwt2vwfagw Setting up panelists: https://youtu.be/RN0ibqWYAT4 Better quality Zoom recordings: https://youtu.be/ndbH9cIuuxg More Zoom tutorials on my website https://shootwithschwartz.com/zoom If you want to see more then check out my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com This video, like many on my channel, has been created using Camtasia https://techsmith.z6rjha.net/zaqjq0 For more tutorials see my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com I am an Amazon an Techsmith affiliate and might earn when purchasing from any of these links. However, this does keep my free tutorials to you going.

If you are teaching online whether it be for school, college university or even if you are teaching music, yoga, cooking or something else then connecting a camera other than the webcam can really help. An external camera will allow you to get better angles and close ups when you need them. You can also have multiple cameras showing different angles and if you need to get right up close. Here I'm going to show you how you can connect an external camera like a camcorder, video camera DSLR, mirrorless, GoPro, in fact anything with an HDMI out connector, this includes gaming consoles, computers, laptops and with an HDMI adaptor an iPhone or iPad, I'm sure this is possible with other smartphones and tablets. Having a second camera also means you could have that on a book and with multiple cameras this is bound to help with science experiments, cookery, art and many other classes. I feel this is invaluable if you are having to teach remotely. Here are some of the things I mentioned in the video and below that are related videos. -Elgato Cam Link 4K: https://amzn.to/35mTj3C -Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini: https://amzn.to/3hWlaNh -Blackmagic Design UltraStudio Mini Recorder: https://amzn.to/3hWtM6q -Gaffer tape: Magtape Matt 500 50mm x 50mm Duct Tape Black: https://amzn.to/39aF7fi -Manfrotto Befree Live, Travel Video Tripod with Video Camera Head: https://amzn.to/38r7M0p -Canon EOS R: https://amzn.to/30IjXlR -Canon EOS R + RS 24-105 Mount Adapter Kit - Black: https://amzn.to/2C72zNr Related videos: -How to use a Zoom webinar practice session: https://youtu.be/gKZZrZmPxQA -How to get better quality Zoom recording: https://youtu.be/ndbH9cIuuxg -Better quality recordings with your smartphone and this ring light: https://youtu.be/9914jl23hkM -How to switch cameras in Zoom: https://youtu.be/4wQEoigOlaw -Why use a green screen: https://youtu.be/kS_e4ynCCyw -Why use the Canon EOS Webcam Utility: https://youtu.be/-3eIpZn-2rM -Using Neuralcam Live to turn your iPhone into a webcam: https://youtu.be/UGHjG34msFc -Using your GoPro Hero 8 or 9 as a webcam: https://youtu.be/uiAycaws1kA If you want to see more then check out my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com

If you have connected your camera to a TV or you have been using it for Zoom, Skype or Teams calls, yes, you can connect another camera other than your webcam (link below for more on that), then you might have noticed it shows all the information from the camera and you don't want that. Unless of course you are teaching photography or video then it can be useful. Turning this information off is often referred to as clean HDMI. In this video I show you what it is about and if you have a Canon camera then you might see how to turn it off. I show you here on an EOS R. Related videos: Connecting an external camera for Zoom, Skype and Teams: https://youtu.be/wnBCFUNrUJ4 If you want to see more then check out my website http://www.jargonfreehelp.com