Centre for Marine Science and Technology

3D Video Multiplexer (3DMUX)

(as seen in American Cinematographer - September 2002)

The '3DMUX' allows the creation of field-sequential 3D video from a pair of genlocked video cameras. Field-sequential 3D Video is the defacto standard for the recording of stereoscopic 3D information using the PAL and NTSC video standards.

The 3D Video signal created using this device can be used for any of the following purposes:
(a) record onto video tape or DVD,
(b) 3D viewing on a CRT monitor with LCS (Liquid Crystal Shutter) 3D glasses,
(c) Stereoscopic 3D projection using the 'S-Video Demultiplexer',
(d) Flicker-free 3D viewing using the '3D Scan Doubler',
(e) 3D viewing using a head mounted display (such as the i-glasses).

 

Block Diagram (example configuration):

   
                                                                    [Many other configurations are possible]

View of Front and Rear Panels:
       

Specifications:
Features:
* Multiplexing of Video from 2 Genlocked Video Cameras
* Creation of Field-sequential 3D Video
* Compatible with both PAL and NTSC Composite Video
* Field operable using internal 9V battery

User Controls:
* Power On/Off
* 3D Mode select switch: 3D, 2D left, 2D right
* Video Termination (internal)
* Power On indicator LED

Connectors:
INPUT
* 2 x BNC ('Video Input Left' and ‘Video Input Right’) (Composite Video)
* 1 x DC Power Jack (12V DC)
OUTPUT
* 1 x BNC (Field-sequential 3D Composite Video)

External Power Supply:
* A small external plugpack providing 12V 100mA DC can be used instead of the internal 9V battery.

Dimensions:
* Depth 175 mm (6.9 inch) (Including connector & switch protrusions)
* Width 80 mm (3.2 inch)
* Height 35 mm (1.4 inch)
* Weight 200g (7 oz) (without battery)

'3DMUX' Manual:
available for free download
(in Adobe Acrobat 'pdf' format)
        Download (271kB)

The '3DMUX' can be purchased separately or as part of a complete system.
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Related Information:
      Stereoscopic Video Products


For further information, please contact:

Andrew Woods, Centre for Marine Science and Technology,
Email: A.Woods
Phone: +61 8 9266 7920
Fax: +61 8 9266 4799

 

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