Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Build A Ccd Video Camera

Cameras assist capture pictures that can act as evidence for prosecution.


Charge Coupled Device (CCD) is an image sensors used in cameras to transform light into digital signals. CCD video cameras have image sensors to help improve image and video quality. CCD video cameras are available in GigE (Gigabit Ethernet) and HD (High Definition) formats. CCD cameras are used in astronomic observations because of their superior image quality (see Reference 1). The pixel count in CCD cameras is divided twice as effective pixel count and gross pixel count. The effective pixel count is what improves the image quality of CCD cameras.


Instructions


1. Draw a sketch of how the camera will look after it is assembled. Make the sketches clear and outline the steps to follow when assembling all the parts together. Name each part carefully to avoid mistakes from occurring during assembly of the CCD camera. Confirm that your sketches are clear enough for you to use.


2. Assemble all the equipment you need for the task. Ensure that all the equipment is in good condition and ready to use. Lay down all the equipment gently because some of them are very delicate and expensive especially the CCD image sensors.


3. Attach the CCD sensors to the Video Amplifier and Hand V drivers. Make sure that they are firmly held because they are very expensive to replace. Insert the Micro Controller and use an I/O port to connect the camera to a computer in case you need to use it. Use the USB cable to connect the camera to a power supply. Affirm that the connections are firm and supportive to each part of the camera. Insert the rechargeable battery into its slot on the camera (see Reference 2).


4. Charge the camera by connecting the USB to a direct power supply. Then charge the battery for at least 4 to 6 hours but the duration to charge the camera depends with the effective count of pixels on the CCD sensor. Check the battery to ensure that it is fully charged. Unplug the camera from the power supply. Download the software needed by the CCD video camera from the Internet. Install the software and set the camera's settings to default or according to your own preference.


5. Test the CCD camera by taking a video sample. Observe the image quality to ensure that the image quality of the video produced is very high. Make changes to the settings to suit your choice of imaging as produced by the camera.







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