When i turn my youcam3 on it automatically zooms in on my face and I would like to have it not zoom in so close. Please help!

see the link below it should help Download Driver Megapixel 10x Digital Zoom 3 85mm Free rar private mestizo...

there will be a zoom function for the lens that you can use to adjust it
all cameras go to full zoom and can be adjusted back as required

The shock gave it a mechanical problem. It is probably hitting an error sensor when trying to open/close the zoom lens and turning itself off to protect itself from further damage. It will need to be repaired.

The zoom button merely zooms in on the display. It magnifies a portion of the picture so you can get a better look at what you're about to photograph. LiveView or otherwise, if you want to zoom, you have use the zoom ring on your lens (assuming you're using a zoom lens in the first place, of course).

Zoom :

• 3 x digital zoom (automatic or manual)
• Travelling-ZoomTM function : Always be in the frame with this unique feature which tracks your face and even enlarges the field of view if there is more than one person in the frame. All completely automatic, just look at the web cam!

The above tells me that you can have automatic or manual 3x digital zoom. Go to the manual mode for the digital zoom and problem might be solved.

Description: Sleek and stylish, the exciting new Nikon One-Touch Zoom 90QD offers real zoom power in a lightweight, easy-to-use design. The One-Touch Zoom 90QD has a sharp, clear, 2.5x zoom lens with a 38-90mm range and a macro mode for shots as close as 11 inches. The One-Touch Zoom 90QD features a built-in automatic flash with five versatile modes (auto flash, anytime flash, flash cancel, slow sync and red-eye reduction). The active infrared autofocus, infinity focus (for landscapes and faraway subjects), real-image zoom viewfinder and fully automatic exposure control all help to ensure clear and balanced photos.

Depth 2.1 in. Film Type 35mm Width 4.6 in. Height 2.5 in. UPC 018208018789 Battery Type 1 x 3V Lithium Battery (CR-2) Weight 7.84 oz. Self Timer Yes Camera Type Point and Shoot Focus Type Autofocus Minimum Focus Distance 1 ft. ISO Range - Automatic Setting ISO 100 - 800 Red Eye Reduction With Red Eye Reduction Zoom Size 2.4 Auto Exposure Yes Min Aperture f10.5 Waterproof No Max Aperture f4.8 Zoom Lens With Zoom Lens Zoom Range 38 mm - 90 mm

User Manual can not be found up to now. Very soon will be available.

You can use rubbing alcohol and cotton swab and clean it.

have you tryed uninstalling it and reinstalling it as well as the drivers to see if that helps

1) Launch QuickCam software, just goto Start>Programs>Logitech>Logitech QiuckCam.
2) Press the "Change Settings" button, and in the Settings page, just choose the manual focus option, and adjust your focus until the image is clear.

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If you have the difuser on the zoom does not work as it assumes you are at close range. Remove the defuser and try again, good luck , Bob.