Video Setup

The position of the cameras it’s important but there’s some key points to have in mind.

Mapping Cameras

In order to capture all the data needed it’s imperative that you position the cameras were there’s little overlapping with each other.

Camera Position

Note

This will depend on the space you have available to you. Sometimes you may need to get creative with positioning if there’s a limited amount of space.

Think about what you want to capture like.

As an example, imagine you want to capture reactions and interactions. You will need a number of angels for this:

• Front Face Shot
• Left Interaction Shot
• Right Interaction Shot
• Top Interaction Shot

Once you have this list you can discard what ever you don’t need for your specific situation.

Tip

Don’t be afraid to use other software to visualize your space. By knowing positions in advance you can reduce your setup time.

Camera Orientation, Mounting and Installation

Let’s go over how to mount the cameras starting with the webcams.

Note

There should be two types of tripods:

• Standard Tripod (Black)
• Overhang Tripod (Orange)

Webcam

We are using a Logitech Brio, this 4K camera has a tripod thread insert on the bottom.

Follow the next steps:

1. Screw the Logitech to a standard tripod

2. position it where you can see a wide view of the testing site

3. Use a USB Type C to USB A cable to connect the webcam to the recording laptop

4. Open LogiTune and make sure the camera is available.

PTZ Camera

These cameras have a wider view if they are mounted in a high point and upside down.

Follow these next steps:

1. Adjust the overhang tripod so that it looks like this

2. Mount the PTZ camera using the tripod threads

3. Adjust the height of the camera so that it has a high view of the room

4. Connect the power supply

5. Using a Micro USB to USB Type A cable, connect the PTZ Camera to the laptop

6. Using PTZOptics Camera Control make sure you are able to move the camera around