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POV.1 Helmet Camera (Video), V.I.O Inc.
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Description:
The POV.1 is a fully integrated point-of-view (POV) video system that's waterproof, dustproof and shock-resistant. The system includes a mountable camera head, built-in video recorder, wireless remote and software for managing your point-of-view videos.
Features:
- High-quality wearable video camera records with 720 x 480 resolution at 30fps
- Ergonomic user interface design enables single-handed operation and hands-free video capture
- Modular mounting system provides camera stability while attached to helmets or other high impact gear
- Components are shock-resistant, waterproof and dustproof for use in the most hazardous environments
The following information was taken from the V.I.O. product datasheet for the POV.1:
"The POV.1 from V.I.O. captures hands-free digital video/audio from the most critical point of view - yours. The entire system is build to withstand exposure to the elements as well as the harsh duty conditions faced in public safety. The lens can be mounted to headgear, ballistic shields, firearms, robots or vehicles to accurately document critical incidents. The lightweight POV.1 can be worn inconspicuously on a vest, duty belt or turnout gear. The miniature wireless remote can be used within a 10-foot (approximate) radius of the POV.1. Ease of use enables effective information sharing from operations to command, incident command to emergency operations center, officer to district attorney and district attorney to jury."
POV.1 Tech Presentation
Additional POV.1 Specs (from V.I.O. Product Info
Page):
The POV.1 records in 2 modes, LOOP or CLIP. In LOOP mode, the user TAGs and saves key video segments. In CLIP mode, video is continuously recorded as in traditional video recording. Recording, playback and set-up are controlled by buttons on the POV.1 Recorder.
| Video: | |
|---|---|
| Frame rates: | 30fps, 25fps, 24fps, 15fps |
| Resolutions: | 720x480, 720x400, 640x480, 360x240 |
| Formats: | MPEG4 AVI (DivX Codec) digital, NTSC/PAL analog |
| Exposure control: | Automatic exposure control and white balance |
| Imaging Hardware: | |
|---|---|
| Sensor: | Advanced CMOS sensor with electronic global shutter |
| Dynamic range: | 75dB to 110dB |
| Sensitivity: | 5 lux color sensor (Sub 0.1 lux monochrome sensor) |
| Processor: | 32 Bit MIPS processor, 12 Bit image |
| Optics: | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity: | F/#2.0, Relative Illumination @Full Field 90% |
| Effective focal length: | 2.97mm |
| Field of view: | 110 degrees |
| Audio: | |
|---|---|
| Mic type: | Monaural Omni directional cable-mounted, -40dB sensitivity at 1kHz |
| Resolution: | 16-bit half duplex |
| Sampling rate: | 32kHz |
| SNR: | 80dB |
| Speaker: | Monaural 8ohm mylar, 0.7W Max |
| Input/Output: | |
|---|---|
| Recording capacity: | Includes 1GB SD card, 2GB SD card capability |
| I/O Ports: | SD card slot, USB 2.0 high speed (Mini -B), Mic-In, NTSC/PAL Analog TV/Audio Out |
The POV.1 records its videos using MPEG4, so you can use your Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Mac computer to view them.
Mac:Plug the POV.1 into a USB port or insert the SD card into a card reader in your computer. After a simple installation of quicktime components for MPEG-4, you'll be able to browse all of the videos, view them through Quicktime, and edit them in iMovie!
PC:Install V.I.O.'s POV Manager software: simple, intuitive software that allows you to view, edit, and share video easily. For example:
- A “POV Recorder” window shows thumbnails of videos saved on the connected POV.1, and a “POV Library” window shows thumbnails of videos stored on your hard drive.
- Drag and drop video clips from the POV Recorder to the POV Library to move them between the POV.1 and your computer, or drag onto a play area to play them back in either actual size or full screen.
- See tags on the timeline during playback, and extract clips to the “Storyboard” window to quickly edit your video.
- Use the “Share” function to email your clips and upload them to V.I.O. where they can be seen by your friends.
- USB 2.0 port or SD card reader
- Windows: Microsoft Windows XP or Vista and a CD-ROM drive
- Macintosh: Macintosh OS X 10.4.7 or higher
V.I.O. releases frequent updates to it’s POV Manager software, which is free to all POV.1 customers. Upcoming features will include titling, audio overlays, transition effects, and a version for Mac.