OMEGA Scan'O'Vision MYRIA
Version 1.0
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INSTALLATION
2.1
Installation of the camera
The photo finish camera must be installed exactly on a virtual extension of the finish
line and the sensor must be vertically perpendicular to this line.
The inclination of the camera is important for the ease of judgment. In general, a vertical
inclination of 8
o
to 10
o
is used for the rowing and the canoeing, and of 10
o
to 20
o
(in relation to the
middle of the finish line) for the cycling, the horse-racings and of greyhound. For athletics, an
angle of 25
o
to 30
o
is recommended in relation to the farthest lane in order to prevent the
competitors in the foreground masking another.
Centre the tripod on the extension of the finish line. If it is equipped with a spirit level,
align the bubble precisely in the middle of the reference mark. Then slowly tighten all
screws checking bubble does not move. For a better stability, spread the legs as far apart
as possible and do not raise the central extension tube:
On the tripod, first to fix the slide permitting the translation then the support permitting
the three way rotation. If required, move the tripod so that the translation movement can
be made perpendicularly (horizontally) to the finish line.
Fix the camera on the support (quick lock). Thereafter, to remove the camera, it is
sufficient to disassemble this quick lock (with security button). For more of details, please
refer to the manual for the support.
