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Webcam Setup Guide

Budget-Friendly Option

Using a USB webcam is the most affordable setup option. Works with any USB webcam, from basic models to high-end streaming cameras.

Prerequisites

  • USB webcam (any brand/model)
  • Webcam mount or stand
  • Dice tray or rolling surface
  • Rollsight software installed
  • USB port available on your computer

Step 1: Choose Your Webcam

Almost any USB webcam will work. Recommendations:

Budget Options

  • • Basic USB webcams ($20-40)
  • • Logitech C270, C310
  • • Generic USB cameras
  • • Works fine for dice recognition

Premium Options

  • • Logitech C920, C922, C930e
  • • Razer Kiyo
  • • Better quality = better recognition
  • • Also great for streaming
Tip: Higher resolution webcams (1080p+) provide better recognition accuracy, but 720p cameras work fine too.

Step 2: Mount Your Webcam

Position your webcam above your dice tray. Options include:

  • Monitor mount: Clip webcam to top of monitor (if close enough to tray)
  • Desk stand: Place webcam on desk stand positioned above tray
  • Tripod: Use tripod with webcam mount for flexible positioning
  • Adjustable arm: Clamp-mounted arm for precise positioning
  • DIY mount: Books, boxes, or custom solutions

Important: Webcam should look straight down at dice tray. Angle should be as close to 90 degrees as possible for best recognition.

Step 3: Connect and Test

  1. Connect webcam to USB port on your computer
  2. Wait for system to recognize the device (may install drivers automatically)
  3. Test webcam in your system's camera app or video call software
  4. Verify image quality and adjust position if needed
  5. Ensure entire dice tray is visible in frame

Step 4: Configure in Rollsight

  1. Launch Rollsight software
  2. Go to Settings → Camera
  3. Select your webcam from the camera list
  4. You should see the webcam feed in the vision pane
  5. Verify dice tray is clearly visible
Success: When the camera feed shows your dice tray clearly, you're ready to calibrate!

Step 5: Calibration

Camera Settings

  1. Focus: Go to Camera menu → Calibrate Focus (if webcam supports it)
  2. Zoom: Adjust zoom to frame dice tray properly (hardware or digital zoom)
  3. Rotation: Fine-tune rotation in Camera menu if dice appear tilted
  4. Exposure: Adjust in system camera settings if image is too bright/dark

Rollsight Settings

  1. Background Calibration: Go to Settings → Calibrate Background
  2. Lighting Boost: Enable if image is too dark
  3. Camera Normalization: Enable for consistent results across different cameras

Step 6: Streaming Setup (Optional)

Your webcam is perfect for streaming - it's already set up as a video source:

  1. Open OBS, Streamlabs, or your streaming software
  2. Add Video Capture Device source
  3. Select your webcam from device list
  4. Position and resize in your streaming scene
  5. Your viewers can watch your dice rolls live!

See our streaming guides for detailed setup.

Tips for Best Results

  • Good lighting: Webcams need adequate light for best quality
  • Stable mount: Prevent camera shake for consistent recognition
  • Proper distance: 8-16 inches above tray is ideal
  • Clean lens: Wipe webcam lens regularly
  • USB 3.0: Use USB 3.0 port if available for better performance
  • Close other apps: Free up resources for camera

Troubleshooting

Webcam not detected

  • Check USB connection
  • Try different USB port
  • Install webcam drivers from manufacturer
  • Check if webcam works in other applications
  • Restart computer if needed

Poor image quality

  • Improve lighting over dice tray
  • Clean webcam lens
  • Adjust webcam position and angle
  • Check webcam settings in system preferences
  • Try different resolution settings

Laggy or stuttering video

  • Use USB 3.0 port if available
  • Close other applications using camera
  • Lower resolution if webcam supports it
  • Check system resources (CPU, memory)
  • Try different USB cable

Next Steps

  • Train your dice using Training mode
  • Set up VTT integration
  • Configure streaming if desired
  • Start rolling!