Until now, we have been shooting virtual productions using a combination of the RedSpy camera tracking system and the Sony FX6 cinema camera. In the case of shooting with multiple cameras, it has been possible to create images in different patterns with a virtual camera within the UE or a fixed camera without tracking, but now we have verified the operation of the SONY FR7 swivel camera with interchangeable lenses.

　The FR7 firmware was upgraded in the fall of 2023, and it is now compatible with FreED protocol data output. With this function, it is now possible to link camera orientation and angle data during shooting to an external system in real time. Write a work memo at the end of the sentence.
　In the first test shoot using FR7, conversation distribution using 2 tracking cameras was used as a test case. I realized the convenience of a PTZ camera that can play the role of 2 fixed cameras with 1 FR7 camera. Also, by using a dedicated remote controller, stable images can be ensured even in moving shots, and smooth camera work is possible.

About settings for a combination of Pixotope and FR7
　To use the FEED protocol with FR7, update the main unit software to Ver. 2.00.
　From FR7, pan/tilt zoom, focus, and iris tracking information can be output in accordance with the synchronization signal. The manufacturer'shelp guideThe following settings were made according to

• FR7 preparation some text
  • Attach a zoom-compatible lens (Setting state of various switches)
  • Main unit software update Ver. 2.00
  • E-mount lens calibrationcreation
  • Connect Genlock and check the reference state (Internal to external (HD))
  • Camera menu＞ProjectSetting: 29.97 this time, set to 1920P
  • Camera menu＞monitoring > SDI out setting: set to 1920P
  • Camera menu＞TC　The time code connection terminal is IN only
  • Web menu > Technical tracking data output (Setting input)

• FR7 and Pixotope connection some text
  • Set the FR7 camera with Pixotope Director > SETUP > Camera Tracking>. Some text
    • Camera tracking protcol: FreeD D1, input measured values to Camera Mount, put ✔ in the enable lens file with Lens Tracking, then select the Sony SELP 28135 compensated breathing.cts file

• • • Pixotope Director> SETUP> Routing> Add and set video input, tracking data (TRK), and video output. In TRK, the IP address and port number set by FR7 are input.

• • • Pixotope Director > SETUP > Syncing > Set to Buffersize this time.
    • Launch with Pixotope Editor and confirm that the camera image is in Pixotope and that camera tracking data has been received.