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 8 / 7 / Vista SP2, x86 or x64
  • 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 70,4 MByte/sec
    • For 6 cameras at 60 fps, 640 x 480 resolution: not less than 105,6 MByte/sec
    • For 8 cameras at 60 fps, 640 x 480 resolution: not less than 140,8 MByte/sec

Note: If your write speed is lower, you can work with 320 x 240 resolution and/or lower frame rate. Alternatively, you can use compressed mode (that gives 3-5 times lower required write speed, but the CPU performance may become a bottleneck)

• 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
• Mini Maglite (or other flashlight) for calibration
  • for more infor see Cameras and Accessories#Mini Maglite (or other flashlight) for calibration
• Minimum required space: 4m by 4m (13 by 13 feet)