CyberBrick Time-Lapse Kit

Time-lapse Photography Kit

Ⅰ. Kit Overview

The timelapse photography kit is specifically designed for the Bambu Lab series 3D printers, providing external photography devices with Bluetooth shutter, wired shutter, and mechanical servo shutter options. The printer sends a shutter signal to trigger the external camera, capturing still images of each layer of the print process and compiling them into a time-lapse video.

Core Board

The core processing unit of the timelapse photography kit features built-in Bluetooth and WiFi functionality. It is not only compatible with this kit but can also be used for other RC projects. The board utilizes dual-row pin connectors for quick plug-and-play installation, allowing for flexible switching between different expansion boards.

Expansion Board

The core board is mounted onto the expansion board, which provides essential I/O functions for timelapse photography. The timelapse expansion board includes:

• One 2.5mm universal shutter cable interface
• A servo connection port
• Two printer connection ports (4-pin and 6-pin)
• A function button
• An RGB indicator light

Enclosure

Two 3D-printed enclosure designs are available. One is the Sliding Cover, which allows quick access to the core board compartment, making it easy to remove and replace the core board. This is ideal for users who frequently switch the core board between multiple devices. The other option is the Fixed Cover, which is more suitable for users who do not need to replace the core board frequently.

Sliding Cover Variant

Fixed Cover Variant

I/O Interface Description

(1) Printer 4-pin interface; (2) AMS 6-pin interface; (3) 2.5mm shutter cable interface; (4) Servo connection port; (5) Multi-function button & indicator light

Mounting Options

The timelapse photography kit offers two convenient mounting solutions: plug-in mounting and magnetic mounting. Users need to purchase adhesive tape and magnets separately.

• Adhesive Tape Specification:  Rectangular Transparent Double-Sided Adhesive - NB008
• Magnet Specification:  Round Magnet - CA005

Printing Guide

The files on Plate 01 are for the sliding cover version, and the files on Plate 02 are for the fixed cover version. Please choose the appropriate plate based on your specific needs before printing. The logo and icon sections require multi-color printing, but since the color change only occurs for 1-2 layers, the process will not take much additional time.

The files on Plate 03 are for transparent buttons. Please use transparent PETG material for printing. The infill pattern has been modified to optimize transparency. Keep the default print settings to avoid affecting print quality in the final product.

The files on Plate 04 are for the magnetic base, which requires adhesive backing and magnets to be purchased separately.

The files on Plate 05 are for the servo shutter, which simulates button presses via a servo motor to control shutter release. This version is currently compatible with DJI ACTION 4-5 Pro.

• Servo Motor Specification: 9g Servo Motor with Clutch Protection - PG001
• Spring Specification: Compression Spring - BB007

⚠ Note:

After using the time-lapse photography project, if you want to use the CyberBrick core controller for other projects, please note the following:

• Before connecting with the CyberBrick APP, please first remove BBL_SHUTTER from the Bluetooth pairing list in your phone’s system settings. This will prevent the system from occupying the Bluetooth connection, which could cause the CyberBrick APP to be unable to detect the core controller.
• When connecting the CyberBrick APP to the core controller, the system may display a prompt “Pair with BBL_SHUTTER?”. Please select “No” to avoid the system occupying the Bluetooth connection.
• After connecting with the CyberBrick APP, you can normally update other CyberBrick projects from MakerWorld.

Ⅱ. Printer Connection and Setup

A Series

Use a 4-pin cable to connect to the printer’s 4-pin interface.

A1: The interface is located at the back of the printer.

A1 Mini: The interface is located on the right side of the printer.

X-P Series

Without AMS: Use a 4-pin cable to connect to the printer’s 4-pin interface.

With AMS: Use a 6-pin cable to connect to the AMS 6-pin interface.