Vision Tracker Kit with Arduino Uno & OpenMV Cam
Vision Tracker Kit with Arduino Uno & OpenMV Cam - Build a Real-Time Colour Tracking Pan-Tilt System
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Imagine a camera that locks onto any coloured object and follows it smoothly - no PID tuning, no complex maths. This Vision Tracker Kit combines the powerful OpenMV Cam M7 with an Arduino Uno and two high-speed servos to create a self-contained pan-tilt system. In a single afternoon of assembly, you'll have a responsive gimbal that can serve as the eyes of a sentry robot, an autonomous camera for a drone landing pad, or the core of a Smart India Hackathon prototype.
What You'll Build
A two-axis camera platform driven entirely by machine vision. The OpenMV Cam M7 streams real-time colour blobs; the Arduino translates those coordinates into servo angles over a soldered UART link. You'll mount the hardware on the included bracket, upload a pre-tuned script, and watch your creation track a coloured ball, a glowing LED, or a moving marker with fluid precision.
What You'll Learn
- Colour thresholding and blob detection using OpenMV IDE
- UART serial communication between OpenMV Cam and Arduino
- Servo control and pan-tilt kinematic mapping
- System integration through soldering, power management, and mechanical assembly
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 |
| OpenMV Cam M7 | 1 |
| MG90S Servo | 2 |
| Pan-Tilt Bracket Kit | 1 |
| 4.7k? Resistors | 5 |
| 10k? Resistors | 5 |
| 100nF Caps | 5 |
| 5V 2A Power Supply | 1 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 1 |
| M-F Wires | 25 |
| Soldering Iron | 1 |
| Solder Wire | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
Engineered for B.Tech ECE, EEE, and CSE students who want tangible experience with embedded vision. It's a go-to prototyping platform for Smart India Hackathon teams, robotics club members at IIT, NIT, VIT, and BITS, and anyone building a final-year project around object tracking. Basic Arduino familiarity and soldering comfort are recommended - this is an advanced kit that bridges software and hardware.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project - accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code inside the box to launch the AI companion, which walks through every solder joint and code upload. You can also send photos or questions via WhatsApp for human assistance within hours.
Do I need OpenMV IDE to program the camera?
Yes, the free OpenMV IDE (Windows, macOS, or Linux) is required to upload the script and fine-tune colour thresholds. We provide a ready-to-run script so you don't need to write any vision code from scratch.
Can this tracker be used outdoors?
The MG90S servos and camera module perform best under stable indoor lighting. For outdoor use under direct sunlight, consider enclosing the setup and adjusting the colour thresholds to handle strong glare.
Is soldering absolutely necessary or can I use a breadboard?
A reliable UART connection between the OpenMV Cam and Arduino requires soldering to avoid intermittent data drops. The kit includes a soldering iron, solder wire, and a PCB prototype board, and the AI companion shows every step clearly.
OpenMV Cam M7 tracks a coloured object and sends pan/tilt corrections to two servos over UART.
What's in this kit
- Arduino Uno R3
- OpenMV Cam M7
- MG90S Servo x2
- Pan-Tilt Bracket Kit
- 4.7k? Resistors x5
- 10k? Resistors x5
- 100nF Caps x5
- 5V 2A Power Supply
- PCB Prototype Board
- M-F Wires x25
- Soldering Iron
- Solder Wire
Choose your assembly option:
- Soldering Kit - 25W soldering iron, 60/40 solder wire, flux, and small perfboard for permanent assembly.
- Breadboard Combo - 800-point full-size breadboard with 65-piece jumper wire pack for solderless prototyping.
Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items