3D-Cam FPV User Guide
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1. 3D Cam FPV User Guide April 2014 2014 04 30 Rev 0 2 Laboratories Inc 3D Cam FPV User Guide Trademark amp Copyright Information Transporter3D 3D Cam FPV and the EMR Laboratories logo are trademarks of EMR Laboratories Inc All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Copyright 2013 2014 EMR Laboratories Inc All rights reserved EMR Laboratories Inc 420 Downsview Place Waterloo ON N2K3T9 CANADA Email info emrlabs ca Telephone 1 519 616 3675 No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical for any purpose without the express written permission of EMR Laboratories Inc Under the law reproducing includes translating into another language or format As between the parties EMR Laboratories Inc retains title to and ownership of all proprietary rights with respect to the software contained within its products The software is protected by Canadian copyright laws and international treaty provision Therefore you must treat the software like any other copyrighted material e g a book or sound recording Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate EMR Laboratories Inc is not responsible for printing or clerical errors Information in this document is subject to change without notice For updates please visit our website https www emrlabs ca Transporter3D User Guide2. Change Log Date Revision Update Contributor Apr 2014 0 1 First cut Leigh Hart Apr 2014 First release Leigh Hart Trevor Smouter 3D Cam FPV User Guide About this Guide The 3D Cam FPV is a 3D camera designed by EMR Laboratories specifically for FPV flying This guide provides information on how to configure use and maintain the 3D Cam FPV Transporter3D User Guide Table of Contents Trademark amp Copyright Informati0N ccccccnnonoooooncnnnononncnnnononononononnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnoss 2 Change kopen ee Nee le eee 3 About this Guide AAA ah ie 4 Table Of Contents iii A ge dea ee heehee 5 Introduction nenn set een ee angetreten 6 DESIEN GO AIS Ar E A en Tara ee Seel Rees reihen COSA th 7 OI E O a EEE Dee ne taa 8 Getting Started ORO 9 UBA a i n 9 Vid o Connection dali 10 POW Or CONC Sii A e tic 11 Configuration BUTTON si a dde 12 Exposure Remote Control minis a adds 12 A na ANO 13 AUtO Exposure M Ode ii aussen a aida 13 Camera Mode nuronan dai i a a a a e et TREE eher era 13 TEoubleshooting an isikenssiin A E dates ade aes 14 Appendix A Specifications ooccoccconnnnoooonoonnnnnnnonnonanonononnnnnnononnnnnnnnnnno non nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnne non onnnnnnannnos 15 Credit intra da A AR 16 3D Cam FPV User Guide Introduction The 3D Cam FPV generates industry standard field sequential 3D video which can be viewed using 3D capable glasses supporting
3. predictable manner Most problems you may encounter can be easily resolved by double checking the settings and the relevant sections of this user guide to ensure you have the correct settings for your associated equipment If you get stuck with a particular problem and cannot resolve it by referencing this user guide please visit our discussion forum at http emrlabs ca forum and post a new topic under the Products 3D Cam FPV forum One of our team or perhaps even another user should be able to help you resolve the problem NOTE email support is not generally provided for the 3D Cam FPV Please use the forum so that everyone can benefit from the Q amp A and as an absolute last resort e g if you receive no response on the forum after a reasonable period of time only then send an email to info emrlabs ca Transporter3D User Guide Appendix A Specifications The 3D Cam FPV has the following specifications Operating Voltage 4 8 12V DC Operating Current approximately 0 75 Watts 0 1A 12V DC Ambient Operating Temperature 5 C to 40 C Ambient Operating Humidity 5 95 relative humidity non condensing Environment It is highly recommended that the 3D Cam FPV be mounted in such a way as to protect it from static short circuit dust and accidental exposure to liquids Operating in humid environment with condensation is not recommended NOTE The 3D Cam FPV is NOT waterproof Inputs Remote Control
4. Channel Input for camera exposure control Power Input 4 8 12V DC Outputs Video Output Left NTSC Video Output Right NTSC Video Output Field Sequential NTSC Dimensions 90mm x 20mm x 25mm Weight 25g Housing The 3D Cam FPV is supplied as a stand alone circuit board The 3D Cam FPV is designed to mount on a FatShark 3 axis pan tilt roll mount sold separately Specifications are subject to change without notice 15 3D Cam FPV User Guide Credits 16 The 3D Cam FPV has been developed over a period of time with support and input from many individuals EMR Labs would like to thank the Transporter3D Indiegogo Campaign Backers for their support of this related project Without your support this project would not have been possible Additionally EMR Labs would like to thank the following people for their help on this project e William billyd DiMartino e Leigh hart Hart
5. Labs Transporter3D please visit www emrlabs ca Transporter3D User Guide Design Goals The 3D Cam FPV is EMB Labs second generation 3D Camera designed for FPV Our objective was to improve upon our successful first generation camera s design with new sensors new lenses and video transmission capabilities Above all we wanted the 3D Cam FPV to provide the best FPV experience possible The 3D Cam FPV has the following features e 2Dor3D modes Serial 3D field sequential 3D over a single video transmitter e Parallel 3D dual channel output for users employing two video transmitters e Remotely adjustable exposure and white balance locking e Designed to support the EMR Labs Transporter3D 3D Cam FPV User Guide Overview The 3D Cam FPV is a single board purpose built stereoscopic video camera 3D Cam FPV The 3D Cam FPV can run on voltages from 4 8 12V DC and total power consumption is 0 75W For instance with a 12V supply the 3D Cam FPV draws 100mA Using a standard 3 cell 1000mAh LiPo battery the 3D Cam FPV will run for up to 8 hours safely 80 20 rule The 3D Cam FPV supports 2D video single channel encoded 3D video and dual channel 3D video for the ultimate resolution 3D experience To enhance the 3D capabilities we completely redesigned the 3D Cam FPV with higher performance sensors providing the ability to see 3D FPV with standard equipment as well as the option to experiment with the fully immersive
6. Right Video Outputs The following options are available for connecting video from the 3D Cam FPV e If you are using the serial field sequential video mode e g the EVG920 or the Transporter3D in field sequential mode connect the video transmitter to the 3D R video output e If you are using the parallel 3D video mode the 3D R output is the right camera and the L output is the left camera output and e If you are using the camera in 2D mode e g one camera only then connect pick the left L or right R camera output and configure the 3D Cam FPV for Dual Mode Video mode selection is discussed in depth in the Dip Switch Settings section starting on page 13 Please refer to the Transporter3D User Guide for instructions on how to connect and configure different video modes 10 Transporter3D User Guide Power Connections Once you have selected the correct DIP Switch settings connected the video outputs and your transmitter control cable if applicable you can safely power up the 3D Cam FPV The 3D Cam FPV has one R C receiver input socket for remotely controlling exposure settings This port also serves as the power input for the 3D Cam FPV The power input is rated to run at voltages ranging from 4 8to 12 Volts DC Make sure to check the orientation of your connector lead when plugging into the 3D Cam FPV The 3D Cam FPV can run on voltages from 4 8 12V DC and total power consu
7. ultimate dual channel 3D experience together with the Transporter3D Transporter3D User Guide Getting Started The following sections describe how to get started using the 3D Cam FPV Un Boxing Warning electrostatic sensitive device The 3D Cam FPV is a standalone circuit board and like most electronics is an electrostatic sensitive device ESD We ship the 3D Cam static dissipative packaging to protect it during transit however care should be taken when removing it from the packaging Here are some tips for handling ESDs e Leave static sensitive devices in their packaging until they are required for use e When moving a static sensitive device from one place to another ensure that both locations are at the same static potential e g when handing the Transporter3D board to someone else make body contact before handing over the device to ensure the static charges between you become equal e When working on boards containing static sensitive components use an anti static wrist strap or bracelet e Use an anti static mat a rubber mat upon which you place your project 3D Cam FPV User Guide Video Connections The 3D Cam FPV is equipped with two 3 pin connectors for outputting standard composite video in either mono left or right only or stereoscopic 3D left and right modes The 3D Cam FPV supports NTSC format video in standard definition video resolution 480i Left Right FS 3D Left and
8. FPV on a fixed wing aircraft the exposure is best when adjusted according to the image in the bottom 35 of the screen So when flying into a sunset sunrise for example the sky will wash out but the ground stays completely visible This mode is not appropriate for multi rotors flying at lower altitudes so for this type of flying the auto exposure window should be the bottom 65 of the screen to get ideal exposure These two auto exposure modes are selectable using DIP switch 1 on the 3D Cam FPV board e DIP switch 1 on 65 e DIP switch 1 off 35 Camera Mode DIP Switch 2 controls the camera mode The 3D Cam FPV is designed to support field sequential 3D serial 3D using one video channel and higher resolution dual channel 3D parallel 3D using two video channels to the Transporter3D These different modes are selectable with DIP switch 2 The camera mode are selectable using DIP switch 2 on the 3D Cam FPV board e DIP switch 2 on Serial 3D e DIP switch 2 off Parallel 3D In serial 3D mode only connect the video to 3D R video output like the supplied video connector and do not connect the L output to anything as this will cause image problems In parallel mode the 3D R connector is the right camera and the L connector is the left camera 13 3D Cam FPV User Guide Troubleshooting 14 EMR Labs has invested a lot of time and effort in ensuring that the 3D Cam FPV operates in a simple
9. a proper white balance under most FPV conditions and maintains nice blue skies Exposure Remote Control 12 The remote control receiver input to the 3D Cam FPV allows you to remotely control the camera exposure If you keep the input channel in the bottom 5 of the channel region then the camera will stay in auto exposure mode If you move the channel out of the bottom 5 region then the camera locks the white balance and sets the camera to manual exposure Once in manual exposure mode the exposure level is controlled by the position ofthe channel controlling it When you go back to auto exposure bottom 5 of the channel region the white balance is set back to auto mode unless the white balance was manually locked by the push button in which case it will always stay locked The left LED will indicates when the camera AWB is locked An ideal option is to assign a knob or potentiometer on your transmitter to the channel you are using so that you can manually control the camera s exposure during flight Transporter3D User Guide DIP Switches The 3D Cam FPV default settings for various sub systems can be controlled through the DIP Switch settings on the board itself NOTE The DIP Switch Settings are only loaded when the 3D Cam FPV is powered on Changing DIP Switches requires power to be cycled in order to load the new settings Auto Exposure Mode DIP Switch 1 controls the auto exposure mode When using the 3D Cam
10. field sequential video like the EVG920 It is designed to work with standard FPV transmitters and receivers to provide life like 3D flying experience Capable of serial 3D field sequential 3D over a single video transmitter and parallel 3D dual channel output for users employing two video transmitters the 3D Cam FPV is designed specifically to support the EMR Labs Transporter3D The camera can be used in either 2D or 3D mode and has remotely adjustable exposure and white balance locking These features are designed specifically to enhance FPV flying by keeping the sky blue which normally washes out when using auto white balance and the ground clearly visible auto exposure usually adjusts to bright skies which makes the ground appear dark obscuring landmarks These controls are excellent for keeping the ground properly visible and the sky colours true under adverse lighting conditions such as sunrise or sunset conditions The new 3D Cam FPV is designed to mount on a FatShark 3 axis pan tilt roll mount as pictured the gimbal is sold separately The camera lenses are positioned at human inter ocular distances apart in order to generate a true to life 3D experience 1 The Transporter3D is a device which supports First Person View FPV with the Oculus Rift Sony HMZ and Zeiss Cinemizer head mounted displays by converting remotely transmitted video into a virtual reality experience called telepresence For more information about the EMR
11. mption is 0 75W For instance with a 12V supply the 3D Cam FPV draws 100mA Using a standard 3 cell 1000mAh LiPo battery the 3D Cam FPV will run for up to 8 hours safely 80 20 rule 4 8 12VDC SIGNAL GND Power and Signal Input Connector from 4 8 12V DC supply or battery 11 3D Cam FPV User Guide Configuration Button The 3D Cam FPV has one button which is used for locking the white balance The push button allows you to lock or unlock the colour balance auto white balance The default power up condition is auto white balance If you want to change the white balance hold a white sheet of paper in front of the powered on camera while allowing ambient light to illuminate the paper Press the push button to lock in a new temporary white balance The left hand LED while looking at the camera will illuminate when the white balance is locked the right hand LED simply indicates power The 3D Cam FPV has optimized auto exposure and auto white balance It is recommended that you keep the camera in auto mode for simplicity The auto white balance feature has been upgraded from previous versions of the camera It functions by generating a histogram of the colours in the bottom half of the screen only Previous versions of the camera would interpreted the scene incorrectly because of the predominant blue sky leading to washed out skies and red coloured ground The 3D Cam FPV now ignores the top half of the screen which allows
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