Binary package “setpwc” in ubuntu trusty
program to set and query settings of (mainly) Philips WebCams
The setpwc program can set and list various settings of Philips
WebCams, and also some WebCams from other manufacturers, but based on
the PWC chipset. The program can set properties such as compression
preference, framerate, gain control, shutter speed, white red and
blue balance, etc. It can also query current settings.
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In addition, setpwc can store the settings in nonvolatile RAM, as well as
restore factory defaults.