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Using the local video object in Macromedia Flash MX

Macromedia Flash MX now has the ability to create a local video object. The local video object can display a video stream directly from a video camera or webcam attached to the local machine.

Creating a local video object

1	Open the options menu in the Library panel.
2	Select 'New Video' from the Library panel drop-down menu.

	A new object will appear in the Library called 'Embedded Video 1'.

3	Drag an instance of the Embedded Video object from the Library onto the stage. The video object will simply look like a blue box outline on the stage.
4	Give the video instance an instance name in the property inspector.

5	On the same frame where the video instance exists, insert the following ActionScript:
	`localCamera = camera.get(); localVidInstance.attachVideo(localCamera);`
6	Save the file and test the movie.When the movie loads, a Macromedia Flash player dialog box will display, giving the option to allow or deny the movie access to the local camera.

7	Select Allow, and the movie should now display the video stream from the local camera.