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How to Record Microphone and System Audio

Below is a detailed guide on how to record audio and configure the settings in oCam.


Recording System Audio by Default

When you start screen recording with oCam, system audio is recorded automatically by default. This includes all sounds played on your computer, such as video audio, game sound effects, and system notification sounds. This setting is applied immediately without any extra steps, making it very convenient for users who want to record only system audio. For example, when recording gameplay footage or creating software tutorial videos, you can capture only the system audio cleanly.


Recording Microphone Audio as Well

If you want to record microphone audio together with system audio, you only need to adjust the settings slightly in oCam. First, click the "Sound" button on the main screen of oCam. A pop-up window for sound settings will then appear. In this window, a list of available microphone devices is shown, and you can select the microphone you want to use. For example, if you are using an external microphone or a headset microphone, simply select and enable that device. Through this process, both system audio and microphone audio are recorded at the same time, which is very useful when creating lecture videos or recordings that require live narration.


Applying the Audio Recording Settings

Once you select the microphone and complete the settings, oCam immediately applies them. After that, when you start recording, both system audio and microphone audio will be recorded together. This feature is especially effective for situations where both your voice and system sound need to be captured at the same time, such as YouTube content creation, online classes, or game streaming. To make sure the settings have been applied correctly, it is a good idea to run a short test recording and check whether the audio is being recorded properly.


Disabling Audio Recording

Sometimes you may want to capture only the screen video without recording any sound at all. In that case, uncheck the "Record System Audio" option in the sound settings window of oCam, and select "Do Not Record Microphone" in the microphone settings as well. With this configuration, oCam records only the screen video without any sound, which is suitable for tasks where a silent video is needed, such as when you plan to add background music separately later.
 


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How to Set the Frame Rate Mode - VFR (Variable Frame Rate) or CFR (Constant Frame Rate)

oCam is a user-friendly screen recording program that offers powerful features for a wide range of uses. It is widely used in situations that require screen recording, especially for gameplay recording, lecture creation, and tutorial video production. By default, oCam is set to use Variable Frame Rate (VFR), which is designed to operate flexibly depending on system performance and the recording environment.

Variable Frame Rate mode is the default setting in oCam. Even if the user sets the frame rate to 60 FPS in the recording settings, the actual recorded result may vary depending on system performance or the condition of the content being recorded. For example, when recording a game, if the game itself cannot maintain 60 FPS and runs at an average of 30 FPS, oCam will reflect that and record at 30 FPS. This design helps use system resources efficiently and ensures stable recording without interruptions.

In addition, Variable Frame Rate works effectively even when the system specifications do not fully meet the recording requirements. If lag occurs during gameplay, or if the system cannot maintain 60 FPS while attempting high-spec screen recording, oCam will automatically adjust the frame rate to match system performance and continue recording. This allows video to be saved at the best possible quality without overloading the system.

However, videos recorded with Variable Frame Rate can cause inconvenience in certain situations. In particular, problems may occur when using professional video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro. Because videos recorded with Variable Frame Rate do not have consistent frame intervals, audio and video may go out of sync during editing. To prevent this, it is recommended to change the setting in oCam to Constant Frame Rate (CFR) before recording.

When set to Constant Frame Rate, oCam tries to maintain the frame rate specified by the user, such as 60 FPS, and records frames at consistent intervals regardless of system performance. This makes editing more stable in video editing software and is especially helpful for keeping audio and video perfectly synchronized. Therefore, if you plan to edit the video afterward, recording with Constant Frame Rate is strongly recommended.

Changing the frame rate mode in oCam is very simple. After launching oCam, select 'Options' from the menu and go to the 'Recording' tab. Then click the 'General' tab, where you can find the setting to change the frame rate mode to either Variable Frame Rate (VFR) or Constant Frame Rate (CFR). With this setting, users can freely adjust the recording method to suit their working environment and purpose.

 

With its intuitive interface and simple controls, oCam is software that can be used easily by anyone from beginners to professionals. By selecting Variable Frame Rate or Constant Frame Rate according to the situation, you can smoothly handle a variety of tasks, from game recording to video editing.
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