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RSS >  Slow FPS with FT2.2 - intriguing drop in performance, I used to get 28-30fps and now my webcam averages 14fps
DPLUIGI #1 06/01/2009 - 04h17

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With FreeTrack 2.2.0.279 my webcam records on average at 14fps, but it used to capture at 28-30fps.

The drop in performance happened during the iteration of FT2.2 Beta (I was a beta tester).  At the time I suspected that my system and/or webcam driver were responsible and needed re-install.  I have now a fresh XP Home SP3 and driver install and still my webcam is averaging 14fps.

Anyone has observed a drop in webcam performance for no apparent reason?

At some point I'll buy my own Wii remote but for the time being I need to make the most of my EZ Cam IV (by Ezonics).

Thank you in advance for your suggestions and comments.
Donat-Pierre Luigi
7ok3r #2 06/01/2009 - 21h39

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Check your webcam settings to see if its set at 15fps max. Sorry, that's all I can think of. Hope that helps.
DPLUIGI #3 07/01/2009 - 02h10

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My webcam is set to 30fps in camera setting.  The average reported fps however to the observed value of 14.

Similarly, the auto-exposure is  off, ...

I used FT for a while so I am familiar with the recommendation described in the FAQ, which is why this puzzling...

Thanks for the suggestion.
Donat
didja #4 07/01/2009 - 18h26

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Also try to disable the FPS multiplication ? Just for a try, who knows ?

Rémy
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babasior #5 07/01/2009 - 20h56

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1 Try to closed all others webcam applications

2 Try to change Tracking resolution

3 Try to change Compressor

4 try to change FPS multiplication (like didja tell you) - Try to have a little less FPS that your webcam can view for example if Webcam FPS is 30 - try 28 ...

5 Try different webcam driver with all auto features disable ....

6 Try to have last directx 9.0c

7 no other idea for the moment .... :gene:

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