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July 1992
This file explains how to use Sega 3D glasses with the Atari ST
computers. The Sega glasses are liquid crystal shutters similar to the
Stereo-Tek 3D glasses, and can be used with programs such as CAD3D to
turn a monitor into a 3D viewing screen. It is assumed that the reader
has at least a passing knowledge of minor circuit buiding; VOMs,
soldering irons, etc.
I was able to pick up a new pair of these glasses at a local toy store
for a mere $28, and although I was not able to compare them to the
Stereo-Teks, the 3D effect of the Sega seems quite good when used with
CAD3D. The Sega also seems to be quite a bit cheaper than the
Stereo-Tek.
The Degas picture included with this file shows a very simple circuit
to adapt the Sega to the Atari. Although I'm told the Stero-Tek
glasses come with a box that plugs into the cartridge port of the ST,
from what I can tell this is not needed. The circuit included is a
simple D flipflop. Stereo video in programs such as CAD3D is produced
by alternating left and right images, that is, the left image is one
video frame, the right image is the next video frame, the next left
image is the next frame, and so forth. During transmission of the left
image, the right shutter is closed and the left is open. For
transmission of the right image, the left shutter is closed and the
right is open. This all happens at the vertical frame rate, 60 Hz in
the ST. The D flip flop takes the vertical sync pulse from the ST
video and "extends" it for the entire duration of one frame. The
output, Q , which is high, goes to one side of the glasses, turning
them "on". The other output, "not" Q, which is low, goes to the other
side of the glasses, turning them off. The next vertical sync pulse
simply reverses the above, creating the alternate frames. The Sega
glasses also come with a cartridge, and if anyone can figure out how
to adapt this cartridge to the Atari port, please let me know. The
advantage of using the vertical sync pulse is that Stereo video could
be recorded on videotape (assuming the ST is equipped with a RF
modulator or RGB to NTSC encoder). It would still be neccessary to
extract the vertical sync pulse from the composite video on playback
using a sync separator circuit.
The D flip flop is a type 4013. I had success with Vdd = 7.5 VDC. The
clock input is, of course, the vertical sync pulse. Check the ST
manual for which pin on the monitor cable this is. On mine, its pin
12. The 4013 can probably be mounted inside the monitor itself on a
small perf board. The 4013 pin 1, Q, goes to the left side of the
glasses.
The above is for informational purposes only. No warranty is implied
as to the suitability of this procedure, and the reader assumes all
responsibility in reference to violation of any manufacturers'
warranties.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please send to:
J.AUERBACH2 on GeNie