3D Basics
Section 2 - INTRODUCTION TO "QUASAR"
Alignment Module
- The task of alignment conforming falls to the vertical camera which is mounted on what is aptly named "The Alignment Module"
- Supported on single piece supports we call Shark Fins is a three axis alignment plate complete with four independent friction locks to fix the positions once alignment has been achieved
- In a perfect world we could simply place the cameras on surfaces at 90 degrees to one another and a mirror placed at 45 degrees should allow you to align the images by zeroing the I/O......, but,..... given that optical centers of most lenses are not matched, given that lens mounts vary, given that the machining of the camera bodies may not be exact,...there are several other variables that can obstruct perfect alignment so there is a need to be able to adjust one of the cameras to overcome these deficiencies.
- Quasar's Alignment Module has direct micro adjustment capabilities over three axes designed to overcome these alignment obstacles
- Z-axis -Tilt-axis - Roll-axis
- Each of these individually or in tandem will allow you to precisely fine tune your alignment so that items both close and far will have no vertical shift and a 0 I/O
- Once alignment is tuned then the four independent friction locks are engaged and the plate is locked to the rig and will allow no further movement from this camera
- With this as a starting point you can then make controlled and creative decisions regarding the implementation of 3-D into your shot(s) design
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