How It Works
Elements of the tracking system:
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IR source
– The presenter wears an infrared signal source on a
lanyard.
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IR camera
– Follows the lanyard and directs the video camera.
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Video Camera
(sold separately) – Follows the IR camera. Any
RoboSHOT camera may be used as the video component of the
RoboTRAK system.
Tips for Great Presentations
As the presenter, you can do these things to get the most out of the
RoboTRAK presenter tracking system.
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Wear the IR lanyard outside your clothing. The IR camera needs to "see" the IR emitters in the lanyard
to identify it when tracking starts.
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Be sure the back of the lanyard is clearly visible, not tucked under your collar or hair. This allows the
IR camera to continue tracking you when you turn around.
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If you are moving and the light on the IR camera starts blinking green, the IR camera has lost you. Be
sure the lanyard is visible over your clothing and hair.
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Stay at least 12 feet (3.7 m) from the cameras. The video camera does not zoom as you move around
the room.
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If you are co-presenting with another person, it is helpful for both of you to have lanyards. Ensure
smooth transitions by turning off your lanyard as your co-presenter turns on their own.
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When you invite others to the front of the room, be sure they do not block the line of sight between the
IR camera and your lanyard.
Starting Your Presentation
Be sure the light on the IR camera is green, meaning the system is in tracking mode. Then press the button
at the center of the medallion to turn it on, and walk in front of the IR camera. The system starts tracking
you immediately.
Switching Between Tracking and Camera Presets
Some rooms are set up with video camera presets – shots that have been set up in advance, such as
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a tight shot of each dry-erase board in the classroom
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a close-up of the lab apparatus for a demonstration
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a wide shot of the entire front of the room
Check with your A/V staff to find out whether your RoboTRAK system uses presets, and how to use them
if they are available to you.
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Integrator's Complete Guide to the RoboTRAK Presenter Tracking System
