Many 3D systems work by presenting to the observer stereoscopic pairs of images that are combined to give the
impression of a 3D image. Discomfort experienced when viewing for extended periods may be due to several factors,
including the presence of optical crosstalk between the stereo image channels. In this paper we use two video cameras
and two LCD panels viewed via a Helmholtz arrangement of mirrors, to display a stereoscopic image inherently free of
crosstalk. Simple depth discrimination tasks are performed whilst viewing the 3D image and controlled amounts of
image crosstalk are introduced by electronically mixing the video signals. Error monitoring and skin conductance are
used as measures of workload as well as traditional subjective questionnaires. We report qualitative measurements of
user workload under a variety of viewing conditions. This pilot study revealed a decrease in task performance and
increased workload as crosstalk was increased. The observations will assist in the design of further trials planned to be
conducted in a medical environment.
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