Failed to initialize the video capture device.
Fix the Bandicam Failed to initialize the video capture device??error by checking drivers, device connection, audio, and format settings.
How to solve this problem
1. Check if there is a conflict with another webcam/capture program.
- In Windows, only one webcam/capture device can be used in one program. If another webcam (or capture program) is running, you must first close the webcam (or capture program) before running Bandicam.
2. Please reinstall the latest version of the webcam/capture device driver.
3. Turn off the “Use custom audio device” option and try again.
4. Select another video size from the format selection menu.
5. Check the connection of the webcam or capture device.
When connecting with an HDMI cable : Check if the 'Output' and 'Input' ports
are properly connected.
6. If you still see an error message, please send a screenshot of the format selection menu
to bandicam@bandicam.com
FAQs
How to record audio in the 'Device Recording Mode.'
If you have a USB capture device,
- Please plug the device into a USB 3.0 slot.
- A PCI/PCI-E capture card is usually better than a USB capture card.
How do I fix the Failed to initialize video capture device error?
- Close any other webcam or capture program first, because Windows usually allows one program to use a capture device at a time. Then reinstall the latest device driver, reconnect the device, and select the correct webcam or capture device in Bandicam.