The Minoru 3D Webcam is a single piece with two cameras spaced roughly the same distance apart as human eyes, for the stereoscopic effect. This creates an anthropomorphic look that means users tend to look into the eyes of the camera as they light up. The Webcam has a multi-position stand that can sit or stand on a desk, or perch on a monitor. Viewers wear special coloured glasses to see the 3D image, and five pairs are included. Minoru means “Reality” in Japanese, and it reflects how users feel about the 3D image. The Minoru can be used with Windows Live Messenger, Skype, AOL instant messenger, OoVoo and other video conferencing packages. The camera can also be used to take still pictures or record 3D video for YouTube. It can also be used as a normal 2D Webcam.
Specifications
- USB 2.0 High Speed 3D Webcam
- Compatible with Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7
- Stereo base – 60 mm
- Output Modes – 3D, 2D, Picture in Picture (PiP), Side by Side (Cross-eyed and Parallel view, 4:3 squashed or 8:3 wide aspect ratio)
- 3D Modes - Optimised Red/Cyan Anaglyph viewed with Red/Cyan 3D Glasses
- Row interlaced mode (suitable for eDimensional shutter glasses).
- Interlaced/Interleaved mode also compatible with 3D monitors from Zalman, Hyundai, Miracube and JVC
- Output size – 1280x480(15/30fps), 800x600(15/30fps), 704x288(30fps), 640x480(15/30fps), 640x240(30fps), 352x288(30fps), 320x240(30fps) pixels
- Frame rate – 15 or 30 frames per second, user selectable
- Power consumption < 1.5 W operating mode, <2 mW in standby mode
