Using Magewell Capture with Teams and Zoom
Configure Microsoft Teams and Zoom to use your Magewell capture device as a camera source for video conferencing.
The Solution
Select your Magewell device as the camera source in Teams or Zoom settings. The device appears as a standard webcam with superior quality.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Connect your video source (camera, presentation display) to the Magewell device
Connect Magewell to your computer via USB
Open Microsoft Teams or Zoom
Go to Settings > Devices (Teams) or Settings > Video (Zoom)
In the Camera dropdown, select your Magewell USB Capture device
You should immediately see your video feed in the preview
Adjust video settings (brightness, resolution) if needed
Join your meeting - your professional camera feed is now your 'webcam'
Pro Tips
- Use a DSLR or mirrorless camera for vastly superior video quality vs webcams
- Capture PowerPoint presentations directly via HDMI for crisp, clear slides
- No virtual camera software needed - device appears as native hardware
- Works with Google Meet, Webex, and all other video conferencing platforms
- Use HDMI loop-through to monitor your camera feed on a separate display
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