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    Fuse replacement CF31 with webcam

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by Shawn, Jul 29, 2015.

  1. Shawn

    Shawn Crackpot Search Ninja and Options Whore

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    I mentioned in another thread my idea to use a webcam for replacing SMD's..
    I got a used Microsoft Lifecam Studio..1080p HD sensor..8mp interpolated images
    The Studio is also very good in low light and has a tripod mount.
    The fuses are 1/8" by 1/16". I plan on piggybacking the new on top of the blown ones.

    The cam came in and works really good connected to my CF52 with WUXGA.
    I don't think the magnification is high enough at the distance I need to use the soldering pen.
    So I tried some close up lens's designed for photography..They did not give me the results I want.
    A Goog search gave me a hit on a lens to try.
    I had a clipon 4x eye loupe for eyeglasses. That works much better ], but still not quite enough.
    So I ordered a 10x and a 15x loupe for $3.00 each.

    I will post photos of my own setup once I get the parts....

    Antex pen iron
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    Lifecam Studio
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    Another guys eye loupe mod
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    his lens mounted
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    Samples from my cam before any extra lens's
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    Are you planing to install this In the lid ?
     
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    Shawn Crackpot Search Ninja and Options Whore

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    No this is just for repair work...My version of an electronic magnifying glass... :)
    I'm sure I will find other uses, but my plans are for it to be another tool. Not something to show my ugly mug all over youtube... :rolleyes:
    It would be neat to have a video of some of the mods I do. :cool:
    Probably want to keep audio OFF...No one needs to HEAR my anxiety and frustration. :eek:
     
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    Keep it up. You'll be able to add Brain Surgeon to your signature!
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    CWB32 Need parts for my flying saucer.

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    looks good ...
    i have tried loupes ... but with my high correction they do not work well .
     
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    Shawn Crackpot Search Ninja and Options Whore

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    I have that same issue..The loupe by itself does not work with my poor eyesight. But it should work great to magnify the camera image. :vbthumbsup:

    Probably closer to sturgeon than surgeon... :p
     
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    Shawn Crackpot Search Ninja and Options Whore

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    The loupes do not work with the webcam/soldering. They would work to identify parts.
    Plan B was to get a real lens.
    I got a 18-108mm CCTV lens.... Computar LMZ45C5 18mm-108mm f2.5 video camera zoom lens C mount..The seller included the B&W industrial camera also..Panasonic GP-MF702..I got $12 invested in the camera and lens...
    The lens is a real close up video lens...specs are here..
    http://www.capraoptical.com/products/computar/closeup.html ..It says minimum object distance is .12..I just don't know .12 of what. Foot, meter,mile???
    Description of lens is..
    LMZ45C5 - Macro zoom lens The lens is a manual LMZ45C5 zoom lens that comes in a variety of applications used by the PCB inspection to the measurement of patterns. This lens is designed for close-up and macro photography and is particularly suitable for use as easy-to-use lens for machine reading systems.

    I got the express card Hauppauge WinTV-HVR-1500 today..That will give me the analog video in...
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    Shawn, Aug 7, 2015
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    safn1949 I'm sure I'm on the wrong planet

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    My poor CF-31,it died so young.... :p
     
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    Shawn Crackpot Search Ninja and Options Whore

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    Thanks Blair, I think. :hi:

    Don't worry Kerry, I've converted it into a game board of "Operation"

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    I have success with my microcam setup..Not so sure about the fuse replacement, but the cam setup on its own is exciting
    The B&W MF702 did not give a good enough picture for me..
    So I picked up a Panasonic WV-CP244 Color Security Camera. $10.00
    This one is the keeper with the Computar LMZ45C5 18mm-108mm f2.5 video camera zoom lens.
    I used the HP Expresscard TV tuner for the composite input needed for the camera. It's a rebranded Hauppage WinTV-HVR-1500.
    The frame rate is slow so it takes a second for the image to catch up with any rapid movement.
    I had to use a tripod and set the end on the lens about 12" from the motherboard. Plenty of room to work.
    A macro slider would really help, but not absolutely necessary..Focus is very touchy. This is where a slider would assist. Wide open aperature is f:2.5..That's gives a very shallow depth of field..It was easier to focus at f:5.6 or f:8 with the increased depth of field. A little darker image, but not a problem.
    Now for the photos...
    The whole setup....
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    The full screen image on a CF52...
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    A screen capture at 1280x800
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    Now you need a virtual reality head set. As we say up my way, "wicked pissah".
    CAP
     
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    Thanks, :hi:
    ... :vbcool:.virtual reality head set. :vbcool:..oh great....more ideas.....
     
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    Azrial Notebook Deity

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    Nice setup! You need a light defuser or bounced light though.
     
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    Heaven's sake..don't give him any other ideas :D
     
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    Ha ha ha....
    Blair you are probably right...
     
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    Blair, you leave the share-man of the board alone. rofl

    Good show Shawnster.
     
    SHEEPMAN!, Aug 17, 2015
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