This download contains an improved version of the driver found on the Creative Live!® Cam Socialize HD AF installation CD. It resolves compatibility issues found on some of the USB 3.0 system. This software includes support for Windows® 8.1 (32-bit and 64-bit). For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Added Features or Enhancements:

• Fixed compatibility issues with Intel and AMD based USB 3.0 system

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 8.1 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows Vista 32-bit or 64-bit with Service Pack 2, Windows XP Professional x64 Edition with Service Pack 2, Windows XP with Service Pack 3
• Live! Cam Socialize HD AF (VF0690)

Notes:

• To install this driver
  1. Download the LCSH_0690_PCDRV_17_1_01_01.exe file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen.

This download contains the latest firmware for your Creative Live!® Cam Socialize HD AF (VF0690). For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Fixes:
Resolves the following issue:

• Dark or bright video preview caused by third-party applications

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit with Service Pack 2, Windows XP Professional x64 Edition with Service Pack 2, Windows XP with Service Pack 3
• Live! Cam Socialize HD AF (VF0690)

Notes:

• This download upgrades the firmware of your Live! Cam Socialize HD AF.
• If you are using a notebook computer, it is recommended to power it by the mains, and not by the battery.
• It is recommended that you connect Live! Cam Socialize HD AF directly to your computer. Do not connect it to a USB hub.
• This installer supports Windows systems only. For MAC users, please connect your webcam to a Windows PC to perform the upgrade. You may then use the upgraded firmware with your webcam on a MAC system.
• To install this firmware
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Close all applications that are currently running.
  3. Connect Live! Cam Socialize HD AF to your computer.
  4. Double-click the downloaded file.
  5. Follow the instructions on the screen.
     WARNING: Do not disconnect Live! Cam Socialize HD AF while the firmware is being upgraded.

This download contains the latest firmware for your Creative Live!® Cam Socialize HD AF (VF0690). For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Added Features or Enhancements:

• Improves the image quality when making Skype® video calls.

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit with Service Pack 2, Windows XP Professional x64 Edition with Service Pack 2, Windows XP with Service Pack 3
• Live! Cam Socialize HD AF (VF0690)

Notes:

• This download upgrades the firmware of your Live! Cam Socialize HD AF.
• If you are using a notebook computer, it is recommended to power it by the mains, and not by the battery.
• It is recommended that you connect Live! Cam Socialize HD AF directly to your computer. Do not connect it to a USB hub.
• To install this firmware
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Close all application and Windows Explorer windows that are currently running.
  3. Connect Live! Cam Socialize HD AF to your computer.
  4. Double-click the downloaded file.
  5. Follow the instructions on the screen.
     WARNING: Do not disconnect Live! Cam Socialize HD AF while the firmware is being upgraded. 

This download contains an improved version of the Creative Live!® Central 3 application for use with certain Creative Live! Cams. This software includes support for Windows® 8.1 (32-bit and 64-bit). For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports the following devices only:

• Live! Cam inPerson HD
• Live! Cam Socialize HD 1080
• Live! Cam Socialize HD AF
• Live! Cam Socialize HD
• Live! Cam Socialize
• Live! Cam Optia AF
• Live! Cam Video IM Ultra
• Live! Cam Notebook Pro
• Live! Cam Connect HD 1080
• Live! Cam Connect HD
• Creative Senz3D

Added Features and Enhancements:

• Live! Central 3 integrates the following 3rd party software and services:
  • MobileCamStreamer lets you use your cell phone to view what your webcam sees.
  • FastAccess enables your webcam to secure your computer and enter website passwords using facial recognition.
• Note: Third party software installation is not available for Senz3D.

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 8.1 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows Vista 32-bit or 64-bit with Service Pack 1, Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, Windows XP with Service Pack 3
  Note: Senz3D is only compatible with Windows 8 and Windows 7.
• DirectX® 9.0 and above
• Creative Live! Cam devices listed above

Notes:

• The requirements for 3rd party software and services may be different from those listed above. Refer to their respective websites for more information.
• FastAccess is not supported on Windows XP Professional x64 Edition.
• Before installing the application, download and install the latest web driver for your device.
• To install this application
  1. Download the LC3_PCAPP_L17_3_01_28.exe file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen.