This product has been replaced by the Bumblebee XB3.

• Three 1/3" progressive scan CCDs allow for full 3D ranging of moving objects, eliminating interlacing problems found in standard NTSC CCDs
• High-speed IEEE-1394 digital communication eliminates transmission noise found with analog cameras
• Digital images improve accuracy and ranging by eliminating pixel jitter and improving signal-to-noise
• Accurate precalibration for lens distortions and camera misalignments
• Computer controlled camera parameters and image acquisition software

• Pre-calibrated for lens distortions and camera misalignments. The camera works straight out of the box, as it doesn't require in-field calibration and is guaranteed to stay calibrated.
• Images are aligned within 0.05 pixel RMS error.
• The calibration information is pre-loaded on the camera, allowing the software to retrieve the image correction information. This allows seamless swapping of the cameras, or retrieving the correct information when multiple cameras are on the bus.
• The calibration retention system prevents the unit from losing calibration when the device is subject to mechanical shock and vibration

• Benefits of Black & White
  • Speed: BW models are slightly faster than Color due to the time it takes the Color model to convert stippled images into color images.
  • Higher Resolution: Color is achieved by interpolating raw pixel values. Consequently, BW has higher resolution.
  • Higher Fidelity: Due to the light collection methods used by color cameras, BW has higher fidelity.
    
• Benefits of Color
  • Color Differentiation: Being able to differentiate between different colors could allow a mobile robot to, for example, distinguish a red ball from its surroundings.
  • Color Texture Mapping: Users interested in using the device for 3D modeling will probably be interested in having full color texture maps.