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64-Megapixel
Autofocus Camera
for Raspberry Pi
Getting Started
Operating instructions,
safety information, etc.
Published in April 2022
by ARDUCAM TECHNOLOGY CO., LIMITED
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Installation
Camera Enclosure
Cap
Ribbon Cable
M1.8 Screw
64MP Pi Hawk-eye
Bottom Panel
To fit a camera board
1. Pull the cap up.
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2. Put the module into the bottom panel and install the screws.
3. Put the cap back.
Tripod Mount
There’s a standard tripod mount (1/4"-20) at
the back of the enclosure, you can use it
with all sorts of tripods.
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Operating The Camera
Make sure you are running a newer version of Raspberry Pi OS, a fresh
install is highly recommended. (01/28/22 or later releases)
Driver Installation
1. Download the shell scripts
wget -O install_pivariety_pkgs.sh https://github.com/ArduCAM/Arducam-Pivariety-V4L2-Driver/releases/download/install_script/install_pivariety_pkgs.sh
chmod +x install_pivariety_pkgs.sh
2. Install libcamra-dev
./install_pivariety_pkgs.sh -p libcamera_dev
3. Install libcamera-apps
./install_pivariety_pkgs.sh -p libcamera_apps
4. Install the kernel driver
./install_pivariety_pkgs.sh -p 64mp_pi_hawk_eye_kernel_driver
5. Configuration
Open /boot/config.txt, under [all], add the following line:
dtoverlay=vc4-kms-v3d,cma-512
Example:
[all]
# Run as fast as firmware / board allows
arm_boost=1
dtoverlay=vc4-kms-v3d,cma-512
For Pi 0 ~ 3 users, pls also:
1. Open a terminal
2. Run sudo raspi-config
3. Navigate to Advanced Options
4. Enable Glamor graphic acceleration
5. Go back to Advanced Options
6. Navigate to GL Driver
7. Select GL (Full KMS)
8. Reboot your Pi
For more details, please refer to the official forum guide on how to configure the
camera module >>
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Operating The Camera
For Raspberry Pi Compute Module 3/4
You need to install the latest Raspberry Pi OS (after 2022/01/28), and do not execute rpi-update
After installing the system and drivers (follow the above instructions), add the following
information to /boot/config.txt:
[cm4]
dtoverlay=arducam_64mp
dtoverlay=arducam_64mp,cam0
Then reboot.
List all cameras:
libcamera-still -list-cameras
Specify a camera:
libcamera-still -t 0 -camera 0
libcamera-still -t 0 -camera 1
Quick Start
1. Previewing the camera
libcamera-still -t 0 --viewfinder-width 2312 --viewfinder-height 1736
--viewfinder-width
Set the width of the preview resolution.
--viewfinder-height
Set the height of the preview resolution.
We’ve done numerous tests to find out that the most-balanced preview resolution for this camera sits at 2312 x 1736. (pretty decent
quality with best performance)
If you are using Pi Hawk-eye with older Pi models, pls set the resolution to 16MP (superpixel mode):
--width 4624
Set the width of the capture.
--height 3472
Set the height of the capture.
libcamera-still -t 5000 --viewfinder-width 2312 --viewfinder-height 1736 --width 4624
--height 3472 -o 64mp.jpg --autofocus
2. Taking a picture with autofocus enabled
libcamera-still -t 5000 --viewfinder-width 2312 --viewfinder-height 1736 -o pi_hawk_eye.jpg
--autofocus --denoise cdn_off
To take full-res photos without overwrite, use:
libcamera-still --autofocus --timestamp
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3. Focus Control/Adjustment
git clone https://github.com/ArduCAM/Arducam-Pivariety-V4L2-Driver.git
cd Arducam-Pivariety-V4L2-Driver/focus
python3 FocuserExample.py -d /dev/v4l-subdev1
Press the Up/Down Arrow for focus adjustment, press “ctrl + c” to save, or “r” to reset.
4. Step Adjustments
python3 FocuserExample.py -d /dev/v4l-subdev1 --focus-step 10
While you are trying manual focus control, you can use --focus-step [number] to configure
how many steps the motor in the lens should move when the Up/Down key is pressed.
By default, it’s set to 50, and you can change it to any value between 1 ~ 1023.
5. Digital Zoom
Use -k to enable digital zoom.
libcamera-still -t 0 --viewfinder-width 2312 --viewfinder-height 1736 -k
When the preview window pops up, navigate back to the terminal and press the following keys
on your keyboard:
W: Zoom in
S: Zoom out
I: Move upward
K: Move downward
J: Move left
L: Move right
R: Reset
M: 10x Zoom
Continuous Autofocus
Note: This is a beta version, and we are still making improvements.
You can enable Continuous Autofocus simply by adding --continue-autofocus
Example:
libcamera-still -t 0 --viewfinder-width 2312 --viewfinder-height 1736 --continue-autofocus
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Instructions for Safe Use
To properly use the 64MP Autofocus Camera, kindly note:
Before connecting, you should always power the Raspberry Pi off and remove the power supply first.
Make sure the cable on the camera board is locked in place.
Make sure the cable is correctly inserted in the Raspberry Pi board’s MIPI CSI-2 connector.
Avoid high temperatures.
Avoid water, moisture, or conductive surfaces while in operation.
Avoid folding, or straining the flex cable.
Avoid cross-threading with tripods.
Gently push/pull the connector to avoid damaging the printed circuit board.
Avoid moving or handling the printed circuit board excessively while it’s in operation.
Handle by the edges to avoid damages from electrostatic discharge.
Where the camera board is stored should be cool and as dry as possible.
Sudden temperature/humidity changes can cause dampness in the lens and affect the
image/video quality.
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Raspberry Pi and the Raspberry Pi logo are trademarks of the Raspberry Pi Foundation
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