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Microsoft Azure Kinect DK Developer Kit US Version
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4GB RAMUSB-CUSB 3.01MP12MP
Empower Your Vision with the Azure Kinect DK Developer KitThe Azure Kinect DK is a cutting-edge developer kit designed to bring your vision to life. This kit provides advanced depth sensing and spatial computing capabilities, enabling you to create innovative solutions. Specifications * Note: F...
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Overview
Empower Your Vision with the Azure Kinect DK Developer Kit
The Azure Kinect DK is a cutting-edge developer kit designed to bring your vision to life. This kit provides advanced depth sensing and spatial computing capabilities, enabling you to create innovative solutions.
Specifications
* Note: Further specifications are unavailable at this time. This item will ship out JANUARY 2022.Key Features
US version.US warranty. System requirements: Operating System Windows 10 PC 7th Generation Intel CoreTM i3 Processor (Dual Core 2.4 GHz with HD620 GPU or faster)
Sensors: Depth camera: 1MP Time-of-flight RGB camera: 12MP CMOS sensor rolling shutter IMU: 3D digital accelerometer and a 3D digital gyroscope Microphone: 7-microphone circular array
Input/Output/Connectivity: USB-C data connector Power through USB-C (USB-C to USB-C cable not included) or external PSU Sync connectors to synchronize multiple units
Input: USB 3.0 port Memory: 4GB RAM.
Specifications
Version
US Version
Operating System Requirement
Windows 10 PC
Processor Requirement
7th Generation Intel Core i3 (Dual Core 2.4 GHz with HD620 GPU or faster)
Memory Requirement
4GB RAM
Depth Camera
1MP Time-of-flight
RGB Camera
12MP CMOS sensor rolling shutter
IMU
3D digital accelerometer and 3D digital gyroscope
Microphone
7-microphone circular array
Data Connector
USB-C
Power Input
USB-C or external PSU
USB Port Requirement
USB 3.0 port
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features a 1MP Time-of-flight depth camera, providing detailed 3D spatial data for advanced applications
- Equipped with a 12MP CMOS sensor RGB camera, delivering high-resolution color images for visual processing
- Includes a 7-microphone circular array, designed for accurate far-field speech recognition and spatial audio capture
- Incorporates a 3D digital accelerometer and a 3D digital gyroscope (IMU) for precise motion tracking and orientation sensing
- Supports synchronization of multiple units via sync connectors, enabling complex multi-device setups for large-scale sensing
- Connectivity includes a USB-C data connector, allowing for modern and versatile data transfer with compatible systems
👎 Cons
- Requires a PC with a 7th Generation Intel Core i3 Processor (Dual Core 2.4 GHz with HD620 GPU or faster) as a minimum system requirement
- The USB-C to USB-C power cable is not included, which means an additional purchase may be necessary for operation
- Does not specify if external power supply is included, potentially requiring a separate purchase for alternative power
- The device operates on Windows 10, which might require an upgrade if a user is on an older or different operating system
- Limited to a US version with US warranty, which may be a consideration for international users or those seeking broader support
Frequently Asked Questions
What operating system is required for the Microsoft Azure Kinect DK Developer Kit?
The Microsoft Azure Kinect DK requires a PC running Windows 10 as its operating system.
What are the minimum processor requirements for this developer kit?
It requires a 7th Generation Intel Core i3 Processor (Dual Core 2.4 GHz with HD620 GPU or faster) as a minimum.
What types of sensors are included in the Azure Kinect DK?
The kit features a 1MP Time-of-flight depth camera, a 12MP CMOS sensor RGB camera, a 3D digital accelerometer, a 3D digital gyroscope (IMU), and a 7-microphone circular array.
What kind of connectivity does the Azure Kinect DK offer?
It includes a USB-C data connector for data and power (though the USB-C to USB-C cable is not included), along with sync connectors for multi-unit synchronization.
Is the USB-C to USB-C power cable included with the developer kit?
No, the USB-C to USB-C cable required for power through USB-C is not included with the Microsoft Azure Kinect DK.
What is the warranty coverage for this device?
This is a US version and comes with a US warranty.
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