ArduCam 8MP Sony IMX219 USB Camera Module with Case User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- ArduCam
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ArduCam 8MP Sony IMX219 USB Camera Module with Case User Guide
INTRODUCTION
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About Arducam
Arducam has been a professional designer and manufacturer of SPI, MIPI, DVP and USB cameras since 2012. We also offer customized turnkey design and manufacturing solution services for customers who want their products to be unique. -
About this USB Camera
The B029201 is a new member of the Arducam’s USB camera family. It’s an 8MP, UVC compliant, autofocus, USB 2.0 camera. This USB camera is based on the 1/4” Sony IMX219 image sensor, and you can read more about its specs in the next chapter. Arducam also provides the sample application that demonstrates some of the features of this camera. -
About UVC
The B029201 is a UVC-compliant camera. The native
UVC drivers of Windows, Linux and Mac shall be compatible with this camera so that it does not require extra drivers to be installed. -
About Customer Service
If you need our help or want to customize other models of USB cameras, feel free to contact us at [email protected]
QUICK START
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How to download the program
Download the APP Amcap from the following link https://www.arducam.com/downloads/app/ AMCap.exe
NOTE:- For Mac OS, please open the native software facetime and select the video camera “USB Camera” .
- If used with the Andriod device, USB Camera APP and connect adapter are needed.
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How to connect the camera
Connect the one end of the USB cable to the connector provided on the back of B029201, and connect the other end to the USB 2.0 host controller on the computer.
How to use the program (Windows demo only)
The Menu bar at the top of the shown image contains few menu items and the current preview resolution and the frame rate are displayed on the bottom bar when the application is running. The following sections describe each of the menu items in detail.
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Menu >Devices
This menu will show the available video devices to host PC. The B029201 named “USB Camera”. This camera support capturing audio, so the menu shows the “2- USB 2.0 Camera”.
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Menu >Options
The options menu can be used to select the preview and audio and image parameters supported by this camera.
Video Capture Filter - > Video Proc Amp/Camera Control
Video Capture Pin
Menu > Capture
The capture menu is used to capture the still image and video by using this application. You can also select the related parameters.
NOTE: If you want to get the voice from the microphone, you need to select the option “Capture Audio” before capturing video.
Specification
Camera
Sensor| 1/4” IMX219
Resolution| 8MP 3264H x 2448V
Data Format| MJPG/YUY2
Frame rate| MJPG 15fps@3264 x 2448/2592 x 1944/2048 x 1536; 30fps@1080P/1600 x
1200/1280 x 960/720P; YUY2 30fps@640 x 480/800 x 600; 5fps@1280 x 960/1600 x
1200/1920 x 1080.
Lens
Field of View (FOV)| H=60°
Focusing Range| 40mm to infinity
IR Sensitivity| Built-in IR filter, visible light only
Functionality and Compatibility
Auto Controlled
Features
| Contrast/ Saturation/ Exposure / White balance / Acutance/Brightness
Audio| Dual microphones
System Compatibility| Win7/8/10, Linux and Mac with UVC
Power
Power Supply| DC 5V
Working Current| MAX 200Ma
Physical
Operating Temp.| 4°F~167°F (-20°C~+75°C)
Dimension| 44x25x44mm
Connector No.| ZHR-4
Cable Length| 3.3ft (1M)