iPi Recorder System Requirements for Multiple PS Eye Cameras Configuration

• Computer (desktop or laptop):
  • CPU: x86 compatible (Intel Pentium 4 or higher, AMD Athlon or higher, 2GHz), dual- or quad- core is preferable
  • Operating system: Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (32-bit or 64-bit)
  • USB: at least two USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 controllers

    For more info see USB controllers

  • ExpressCard or eSATA slot (for laptops)

    Optional, but highly recommended. It allows to install external USB controller in case of compatibility issues between cameras and built-in USB controllers, or if all USB ports are in fact connected to a single USB controller

  • Storage system: HDD or SSD or RAID with write speed:
    • For 4 cameras at 60 fps, 640 x 480 resolution: not less than 17 MByte/sec
    • For 6 cameras at 60 fps, 640 x 480 resolution: not less than 25 MByte/sec
    • For 8 cameras at 60 fps, 640 x 480 resolution: not less than 35 MByte/sec
    • For 12 cameras at 60 fps, 640 x 480 resolution: not less than 50 MByte/sec
    • For 16 cameras at 60 fps, 640 x 480 resolution: not less than 70 MByte/sec

Note: These numbers are valid for "background subtraction" compression mode (default compression mode for PS Eye cameras in iPi Recorder). But this compression involves additional CPU load. If your CPU is a bottleneck, you can use non-compressed mode that gives 3-5 times higher required write speed, but the CPU load will be reduced.

• 3 to 8 Sony PlayStation Eye for PS3 cameras.
  • for more info see Cameras and Accessories#Cameras
• 4 to 12 active USB 2.0 extension cables (depending on number of cameras and scene set-up)
• Optional: tripods to place cameras
  • for more info see Cameras and Accessories#Tripods
• Sony Move controller or Mini Maglite or other flashlight with candle mode for calibration
  • for more info see Cameras and Accessories#Mini Maglite (or other flashlight) for calibration
• Minimum required space: 4m by 4m (13 by 13 feet)