This page will host instructions on assembling and using the **infrared/visible dual camera kit** as distributed through the [Balloon Mapping Kit Kickstarter project](). This page is under construction but please get in touch on the mailing list if you want to collaborate on creating it. ###Introduction### * How this works, why we do it (theory and science) * What it's useful for (applications, case studies) * How far we've gotten * Things to try and/or improve (how/where to contribute) ###Construction### * [Assemble the camera bracket](/wiki/t-bracket-dual-camera-rig) * Putting the T rig inside a big soda bottle, or other techniques to protect the cameras. * Attaching the timer and batteries. This will evolve as soon as people try to use the rig. * Use the camera strap as a safety landyard. * **Simple:** - just trigger cameras with rubber bands * **Advanced:** [Assemble the electronics](/wiki/dual-camera-kit-electronics) * Assembling the 555 timer circuit * Preparing USB cables * Preparing batteries and battery holders * [Install and configure the software](/wiki/dual-camera-kit-software) * Choosing an SD card and loading the software * [Configuring the camera menus](/wiki/canon-a495-tips) ###Using your kit### * Do a [test flight](/wiki/dual-camera-kit-test-flight) ###Processing the images### * Link to Photoshop/Gimp technique * Video screencast of MapKnitter technique * Brainstorm better techniques ###Interpretation### * This will be written last Attached is the "introduction" document which shipped with each kit (also [editable in Google Docs](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1e1KjDyDtP8Ws3yteFOgraxhen-MEVXOL2dFsRdZNXZY/edit)). For help, please contact the mailing list -- either [register on Public Laboratory](/join) or email publiclaboratory@googlegroups.com.