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1. Description and operation .......................................................................................... 2
4.4. Switch the left and right image from side to side .............................................. 13
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Through the use of high-quality image sensors and a FPGA chip for video processing,
the BlackBird 2 generates a stereoscopic analog video signal in real time. The small
size, support for input supply voltage in the range of 5V to 15V and a large choice of
video outputs makes the camera versatile and easy to use.
For the wireless transmission of stereo image from the camera to your 3D monitor or
3D video goggles, you can use an analog video transmitter1, to transmit via Wi-Fi
network, use a Converter AV to Wi-Fi. Recording is done via the capture card or DVR.
Areas of use of the BlackBird 2:
A system of computer vision - for stereo image capture and its subsequent
processing (i.e. VR)
Only the BlackBird 2 can be used in one of the many applications with a need for a
true stereo video signal.
1 The BlackBird 2 can transmit stereo images using one or two analog video transmitters, depending
on the size of the stereo image. Recommended frequencies for an analog video transmission are:
5.8GHz, 2.4 GHz, 1.2GHz or 900MHz.
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1.2. Specifications
Тable 1
Video sensor
Model Aptina MT9V136
Size and type of the matrix 1/4'' CMOS
Size of the array of pixels 680 x 512
Sensitivity 11.9V / Lux- sec @ 550nm
Signal / noise ratio 45 dB
Optics
Focal length of the lens 2.5 mm
Angle of view (full frame) 90°
Thread type М12 х 1
IR filter on the lens 680 nm (day lens for color cameras)
Focus operation by hand
Video output
Video format NTSC 525/60
Horizontal resolution 550 TVL
Video output 75 ohm, scope 1V
Stereo
Stereo base 42 mm
side by side 16:9 cropped
side by side 4:3 cropped
3D formats side by side 4:3
side by side horizontally scaleable
Interlaced (Field Sequential 3D 4:3)
Frame rate for each eye 60 Hz
by hand, shifting the lens holder
Adjusting the convergence
digitally, in the clipped SBS modes
Electrical specifications
Supply voltage 5V - 15V
Current consumption at 12V 150 mА
Power consumption at 5V 2.2 W
Power consumption at 12V 1.8 W
Type of connectors
Interface connector DF13-10P-1.25H
Modular connector HsuanMao C4828-04BDGDN0R
USB 10 pin mini USB
Mechanical and performance
Camera weight 23 g.
Dimensions (LxWxH) 59 x 28 x 27 mm
Operating temperature from -30º C to + 50º C
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1.3. Equipment
picture name and description number
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1.4. Construction
Desing description:
front view
№ name number
3 Lens 2 parts
Picture1
7 «BACK» button 1 part
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Connector pinout:
1 pin: -3.3V output for external devices. Current less than
100mA
DF13-10P-1.25 H 2 pin: GND
3 pin: MAVLINK RX(UART 3.3V)
4 pin: MAVLINK TX(UART 3.3V)
5 pin: GND
6 pin: +5V...+12V
7 pin: GND
8 pin: 2D video output (right video sensor) CVBS
9 pin: 2D\3D video output CVBS
10 pin: 2D video output (left video sensor) CVBS
10 pin miniUSB
1 pin:
2 pin: +5V
3 pin:
4 pin: D-
5 pin: Video GND
6 pin: D+
7 pin: 2D\3D video output CVBS
8 pin:
9 pin:
10 pin: GND
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Pencil for cleaning lenses. It is used to clean the lenses from contamination (see
Figure 3). The flat side of the stick used for cleaning the lens from dirt. A brush is
used to clean the dust from the lenses
A special table is used for measuring the resolution of the instrument. For
example, EIA1956 or others authorized for at least 600 TVL (see Picture 4)
Picture 3 Picture 4
2. Intended use
2.1. Operating limitations
The camera operating temperature ranges from - 30 to +50 degrees Celsius. If
the use at different temperatures is planned, it is necessary to arrange extra
cooling or heating to provide the allowed temperature;
The BlackBird 2 comes in a frameless design and is not protected against
moisture. Protection class IP50 sensors, protection class IP00 for the other
components. For use in a moist environment it must be protected from
moisture;
The BlackBird 2 is not protected against static electricity. When working with
the BlackBird 2 it is necessary to take measures to protect your camera from
static electricity;
When operating the BlackBird 2 it is possible that the camera heats up to a
temperature of about 50 degrees Celsius;
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Do not connect the video output jack to the audio input. Usually this RCA red or
white jacks. It does not cause damage, but the image on the monitor / 3D video
goggles will not show..
As power for the camera it is permissible to use an external DC power source with a
voltage of 5 to 15V. The sources to be used can be:
From 4 to 9 batteries with a voltage ( 1.5V ) connected in series;
From 5 to 9 batteries NiMH, NiCd ( 1.2V ) connected in series;
From 2 to 3 batteries Li-Ion, Li-Po ( 3.6V ) connected in series;
1 lead battery with a voltage of 6 to 12V;
A stabilized DC power supply with a voltage of 5 to 15 V and a current of 150
mA.
Additionally, the power supply is connected to the red wire of the interface cable
and to the negative black wire of the interface cable.
Attention! Observe that the polarity to the power supply connections are correct.
Connection of the power supply to the video output, or failure to comply with the
polarity will damage the camera!
Before starting
Before using the BlackBird 2 it is recommended:
check the lens focus settings ..................................................................... (item 4.1)
ensure there is no vertical image shift...................................................... (item 4.2)
select the outgoing video format ............................................................. (item 4.3)
check the orientation of the image of each eye ................................... (item 4.4)
set the desired metering mode ................................................................. (item 4.5)
2 Under playback device or a video transmitter are understood: video eyepieces, monitors, video
transmitters, video capture devices, etc.
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count of fast flashing green LED «MENU» name and description of the menu item
To change a menu item, use the «МЕNU» button, to change the settings of the menu
item use the «NEXT» and «ВACK» buttons.
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The BlackBird 2 is connected to a power source (e.g. Li-Po battery) can damage your
PC
click "UPDATE" and select the firmware file. Wait until the update is
completed
If successful, the program updates the FPGA chip, the message, for example –
Write FPGA 223s, 2415Byte/s
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4.4. Switch the left and right image from side to side
In order to understand the need to switch the images from side to side or not conduct
a little test:
Close the right lens cap of the BlackBird 2. Connect the camera to the
monitor / video eyepieces, connect the power supply;
Change the video format of the BlackBird 2 to 3D SIDE BY SIDE. Switch the
monitor / video eyepieces to 2D mode;
Look at the monitor or video eyepieces - one of the pictures should be dark. If
the dark image is on the right side of the screen, indoor lens meets the eye
- everything is fine, there is no need to switch images. If the dark picture is on
the left side of the screen, it is necessary to switch the images from side to
side;
Right lens cover (front view)
In order to switch the left and right image from side to side press the «MENU» button,
go to the menu item «Exchange of right-left»4. Click on the button once «NEXT» or
«BACK». After a wait until the red LED goes out - this means that the camera
remembers the settings you made - they are stored in memory for use and after
Power Off or a power failure, you will not have to adjust them again.
In order to set the desired setting of light metering with the button «MENU» you need
to navigate to the menu «Selecting the exposure». Use the «NEXT» and «BACK»
buttons to set the desired metering parameter.
Note: when using the BlackBird 2 in a FPV system, the light metering must be set to
«The bottom half of the frame» in order to eliminate the ‹black land› phenomenon.
Connect to the camera the power source and the monitor/video glasses
Wait until the image on the monitor screen/video glasses
Press the «MENU» button and hold (about 3-4 seconds), should light up red(14)
and green(13) LEDs.
To release the «MENU» button and wait for when goes out the red(14) led
LEDs don't burn when you turn Failed software the FPGA or Repeat the process of
on memory. A failed software updating the firmware of the
upgrade use Mini USB – USB FPGA with a PC (see item 2.4)
cable is of poor quality
The camera is connected to The fouling of the Mini USB Using a brush and isopropyl
PC, but BlackBird 2 Assistant connector or its damage. alcohol clean the Mini USB
displays the message connector of the camera.
«DISCONNECT»
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After turning on of the camera The fault of crystal oscillator. Contact support service of
three LEDs are lit, there is no FPV3DCAM company.
picture on any of the outputs
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