Summary of Contents for The PiHut ZeroView
- Page 1 ZeroView Raspberry Pi Camera Module Suction Mount User Guide and Information Product Page: ThePiHut.com/zeroview...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Guide Contents Introduction Design Features Kit Contents Assembly Enabling the Camera Code Examples Time-lapse FAQs ä... -
Page 3: Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the ZeroView Raspberry Pi Camera Module Suction Mount. The ZeroView is designed to make it easier than ever to use the camera module on windows, glass, fish tanks and more! The mount allows you to stick your Pi Zero and camera module to any flat glass surface (or similar) and shoot or film whatever is on the other side…as long as... -
Page 4: Design Features
Design Features The ZeroView is made from printed circuit board (PCB). The thin and rigid material is perfect for mounting the camera module to, and keeps the size and cost down. We’ve used genuine ‘Adams’ suction cups – the best available – to ensure the ZeroView stays put for as long as you need. -
Page 5: Kit Contents
Kit Contents The following parts should be inside your kit bag: 1x ZeroView PCB 2x Suction cups 4x Threaded M2.5 10mm spacers 4x M2.5 4mm screws 4x M2.5 nuts 4x M2 6mm screws 8x M2 nuts ä... -
Page 6: Assembly
Test your camera module before fitting to the ZeroView (a “dry run”) Read all steps through before assembling Clean the window or surface you are planning to stick the ZeroView to Take necessary precautions to reduce/remove static from your body. Static can permanently damage both the Raspberry Pi and camera module! ä... - Page 7 Assembly Steps 1. Check you have everything you need. Go back up to the Kit Contents section for a full list. 2. Start by pushing the 6mm M2 screws through the 4 centre holes. ä...
- Page 8 3. Fix these screws in place (without the camera module yet) using the 4 M2 nuts provided. This helps keep the camera module sensor from touching the glass. 4. Next place your camera module on the rear of the board with the sensor through the large centre hole.
- Page 9 5. Fit the M2.5 spacers to the outer 4 holes, using the 4mm M2.5 screws to fix in place. The spacer section should be at the rear of the board, with the screw heads at the front of the board. ä...
- Page 10 6. Next add your Pi Zero to the board by sliding it on to the spacer thread and securing with the M2.5 nuts. Gently bend the camera module cable under the Raspberry Pi to keep it out of the way. You will not need to ‘pinch’ the camera cable. Tip: If you are using a Raspberry Pi A+, remove the lower spacers.
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Page 11: Enabling The Camera
Enabling The Camera If you haven’t used the camera module before, you’ll need to enable it in the Pi’s settings. Don’t worry, it’s super easy. Open a terminal session and enter the following command: sudo raspi-config You should now see a screen like this (below). Use the arrow key to select the ‘Enable Camera’... - Page 12 You will then return to the main configuration tool menu. Select ‘Finish’ and then select ‘Yes’ when the tool asks if you want to reboot: Once rebooted, your camera module will be ready to use. ä...
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Page 13: Code Examples
Code Examples Now that you have a great way to mount your camera module, it’s time to do something cool with it! The camera module has lots of fun functions and modes to try out, as well as a whole host of settings to get creative with. Taking Pictures To take a picture, we use the ‘raspistill’... -
Page 14: Time-Lapse
Time-lapse A great way of using the ZeroView is for time-lapse photography. With your camera module attached firmly to glass, you can now take long, still and impressive time-lapse shots from a number of places. Here are a few ideas to get you started: ... - Page 15 CCTV Software The ZeroView is great for keeping an eye on your driveway, garden, front door or any other area overlooked by windows. MotionEyeOS is an excellent application that turns your Raspberry Pi into an IP camera, allowing you to monitor your camera module’s live stream from your phone, laptop, tablet or any other device that offers a web browser.
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Page 16: Faqs
FAQs . Can I use the ZeroView with any Raspberry Pi? . The ZeroView can only be used with the Pi Zero and A+ Raspberry Pi due to the location of the suction cups. . How do I remove the ZeroView from a window once secured? . - Page 17 ZeroView, allowing a cable to trail up from your power source. . Can I use the NoIR camera module with the ZeroView? . The NoIR module fits the ZeroView board and will work in the same way as the standard camera module, however you should ensure a source of infra-red light is used on your photography subject.