Camera Position
The relationship between the videoconference camera and the received videoconference image is important. Often a presenter will be trying to look into the camera while looking at the received videoconference image. This can cause a number of undesired effects.
- The presenter can appear to be looking to one side of their audience, or even away from the audience.
- The presenter can appear to be avoiding eye contact.
To see an interactive illustrating camera positioning click here.
Consider placing the videoconference camera as near as possible to the received videoconference image, or to switching off the received videoconference image altogether and concentrate on looking directly into the videoconference camera.
Changing Camera Positions
If the videoconference camera needs to switch between a number of other people in a room, practice switching camera positions before hand.
If the camera has a pre-set facility, then pre-program the positions the camera will need to change to.
Remember that an audience will appreciate the camera image changing frequently to add variety.
What Can Your Camera Do?
- Be aware that many videoconference cameras can take still pictures
and some can be controlled by the remote location. - Read the videoconference
camera instruction manual
and familiarise yourself with its capabilities.