Track IR 5 ProClip - Possible solution for erratic tracking due to light interference

[njpelusobellsouth.net]

New to this forum as far as posting, thought maybe others might be having residual light issues effecting proper camera tracking of the pro clip LEDs.

I purchased some cling type uv light filter tint for doors and windows and cut a square big enough to cover the track ir camera.

So far there is no residual light entering the camera and the camera is only picking up the clip LEDs the way it is supposed to.

Haven't had any tracking errors so far. 

Haven't had a chance to check it when the sun is shining, but that will be my next test.

I purchased: Gila® Privacy Black Static Cling Residential DIY Window Film.

For folks that have sun light or artificial light coming into the camera that is more than the camera setting slider can handle, this might be the option to fix the issues.

Blinds didn't work, moving the PC wasn't an option, and I could only play DCS at night.

 

UPDATE:

 

Tried it with the sun shining and a good deal of light coming into the room with a window behind me facing the camera and no blinds drawn.

The camera was picking up some of the light in the room but with the camera light filter slider maxed out I had no problems tracking in DCS.

I would usually have tons of tracking problems during carrier landings. I ran about nine Case I landings in a row without a hitch.

After all the trouble I was having and to think a simple square of UV tint over the camera fixed it.

Edited March 11, 2024 by njpelusobellsouth.net

[aleader]

On 3/10/2024 at 10:11 PM, njpelusobellsouth.net said:

New to this forum as far as posting, thought maybe others might be having residual light issues effecting proper camera tracking of the pro clip LEDs.

I purchased some cling type uv light filter tint for doors and windows and cut a square big enough to cover the track ir camera.

So far there is no residual light entering the camera and the camera is only picking up the clip LEDs the way it is supposed to.

Haven't had any tracking errors so far. 

Haven't had a chance to check it when the sun is shining, but that will be my next test.

I purchased: Gila® Privacy Black Static Cling Residential DIY Window Film.

For folks that have sun light or artificial light coming into the camera that is more than the camera setting slider can handle, this might be the option to fix the issues.

Blinds didn't work, moving the PC wasn't an option, and I could only play DCS at night.

 

UPDATE:

 

Tried it with the sun shining and a good deal of light coming into the room with a window behind me facing the camera and no blinds drawn.

The camera was picking up some of the light in the room but with the camera light filter slider maxed out I had no problems tracking in DCS.

I would usually have tons of tracking problems during carrier landings. I ran about nine Case I landings in a row without a hitch.

After all the trouble I was having and to think a simple square of UV tint over the camera fixed it.

 

Good tip.  I am always fighting with sunlight and have to play at night.  What exactly did you buy and from where?

 purchased: Gila® Privacy Black Static Cling Residential DIY Window Film.

EDIT: Doh, didn't even see that you have it in the description!   

Edited April 13, 2024 by aleader