Page 1 ™ Genie Nano Series Camera User’s Manual Monochrome & Color GigE Vision Area Scan sensors | cameras | frame grabbers | processors | software | vision solutions May 3, 2017 Rev: 0015 P/N: G3-G00M-USR00 www.teledynedalsa.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Genie Nano Overview GigE Firmware UMBERS AND OFTWARE EQUIREMENTS Monochrome Cameras Color Cameras Accessories Teledyne DALSA Development Software Third Party GigE Vision Development About GigE Vision ENIE OMMON PECIFICATIONS Sensor Cosmetic Specifications Dynamic Range & Signal to Noise Ratio Test Conditions...
Page 4 ONNECT THE ENIE AMERA Connectors LED Indicators Camera Status LED Indicator LED States on Power Up Genie Nano IP Configuration Sequence Supported Network Configurations REVENTING PERATIONAL AULTS DUE TO USING NANO WITH SAPERA API ETWORK AND OMPUTER VERVIEW NSTALLATION Procedure Camera Firmware Updates Firmware via Linux or Third Party Tools GigE Server Verification...
Page 5 I/O Module Block Diagram Trigger Mode Details Trigger Source Types (Trigger Mode=On) Input Line Details Trigger Overlap: Feature Details Output Line Details Output High and Output Low Block Diagram OUNTER AND IMER ONTROL ATEGORY Counter and Timer Control Feature Description Counter and Timer Group Block Diagram Example: Counter Start Source = OFF Example: Counter Start Source = CounterEnd (itself)
Page 6 ONTROL ATEGORY GigE Vision Transport Layer Feature Descriptions Defaults for devicePacketResendBufferSize ISION ONTROL ATEGORY Teledyne DALSA TurboDrive CCESS ONTROL ATEGORY File Access Control Feature Descriptions Updating Firmware via File Access in CamExpert Overview of the deviceUserBuffer Feature IMPLEMENTING TRIGGER-TO-IMAGE RELIABILITY VERVIEW 4 •...
Page 7 T2IR with Genie Nano T2IR M EATURES FOR ONITORING SAPERA TOOLS FOR NETWORKING IP C ONFIGURATION ETAILS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS — C & CS M ECHANICAL PECIFICATIONS OUNT — N ECHANICAL PECIFICATIONS DDITIONAL OTES ON ENIE DENTIFICATION AND ECHANICAL Temperature Management ENSOR LIGNMENT PECIFICATION...
Page 8 Lens Options for Models ‘M/C800’ Lens Options for Models ‘M/C640’ Additional Lens Parameters (application specific) PTICAL ONSIDERATIONS Illumination Light Sources IR Cut-off Filters Nano Models with Built-in IR Cut-off Filters Guidelines for Choosing IR Cut-off Filters Back Focal Variance when using any Filter ODELING Magnification and Resolution ENSOR...
Page 9: Contents
ECHNICAL UPPORT INDEX Contents • 7 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 10: Genie Nano Series Overview
Genie Nano cameras combine standard gigabit Ethernet technology (supporting GigE Vision 1.2) with the Teledyne DALSA Trigger-to-Image-Reliability framework to dependably capture and transfer images from the camera to the host PC. Genie Nano cameras are available in a number of models implementing different sensors, image resolutions, and feature sets, either in monochrome, monochrome NIR, or color versions.
Page 11: Genie Nano Overview
Technology support. GigE Firmware Firmware updates for Genie Nano are available for download from the Teledyne DALSA web site www.teledynedalsa.com/imaging/support/downloads. Choose Genie Nano Firmware from the available download sections, then choose the zip file download specific to your camera model.
Page 12: Part Numbers And Software Requirements
Sensor Size/Model Lens Part Number Full Resolution C-mount G3-GM10-M0640 M640 On-Semi 0.3M 672 x 512 (Python300) CS-mount G3-GM10-M0641 C-mount G3-GM12-M0640 M640 NIR On-Semi 0.3M 672 x 512 (Python300) CS-mount G3-GM12-M0641 C-mount G3-GM10-M0800 M800 On-Semi 0.5M 832 x 632 (Python500) CS-mount G3-GM10-M0801...
Page 13 Monochrome Cameras Continued C-mount G3-GM10-M2590 M2590 On-Semi 5.1M 2592 x 2048 (Python5000) G3-GM10-M2591 CS-mount C-mount G3-GM12-M2590 M2590 NIR On-Semi 5.1M 2592 x 2048 (Python5000) CS-mount G3-GM12-M2591 C-mount G3-GM10-M4060 M4060 Sony 8.9M 4112 x2176 (IMX255) G3-GM10-M4061 CS-mount C-mount G3-GM11-M4030 M4030 Sony 8.9M 4112 x2176 (IMX267) G3-GM11-M4031...
Page 14: Color Cameras
Color Cameras Model Notes Sensor Size/Model Lens Part Number Full Resolution G3-GC10-C0640 C-mount G3-GC10-C0640IF with IR Cut-off Filter C640 On-Semi 0.3M 672 x 512 (Python300) G3-GC10-C0641 CS-mount G3-GC10-C0641IF with IR Cut-off Filter G3-GC10-C0800 C-mount G3-GC10-C0800IF with IR Cut-off Filter C800 On-Semi 0.5M 832 x 632 (Python500)
Page 15 Color Cameras Continued G3-GC10-C2450 C-mount G3-GC10-C2450IF with IR Cut-off Filter C2450 Sony 5.1M 2448 x 2048 (IMX250) G3-GC10-C2451 CS-mount G3-GC10-C2451IF with IR Cut-off Filter G3-GC11-C2420 C-mount G3-GC11-C2420IF with IR Cut-off Filter C2420 Sony 5.1M 2448 x 2048 (IMX264) G3-GC11-C2421 CS-mount G3-GC11-C2421IF with IR Cut-off Filter G3-GC10-C2590...
Page 16 Color Cameras Continued Nano XL Model Sensor Size/Model Lens Part Number Full Resolution C4090 On-Semi 16M G3-GC30-C4095 M42 mount 4096 x 4096 (Python 16K) C5100 On-Semi 25M M42 mount G3-GC30-C5105 5120 x 5120 (Python 25K) 14 • Genie Nano Series Overview Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 17: Accessories
Accessories Nano Accessories & Cables (sold separately) Order Number Mounting Bracket Plate G3-AMNT-BRA01 (2 or 3 screw camera mount), with ¼ inch external device screw mount (also known as a tripod mount) I/O Blunt End Cable G3-AIOC-BLUNT2M (2 meter Screw Retention to Flying Leads) I/O Breakout Cable G3-AIOC-BRKOUT2M (2 meter Screw Retention to Euroblock connector)
Page 18: Teledyne Dalsa Development Software
GenApi module of the GenICam™ specification. For more information see www.genicam.org. The Teledyne DALSA GigE Vision Module provides a license free development platform for Teledyne DALSA GigE hardware or Sapera vision applications. Additionally supported are Sapera GigE Vision applications for third party hardware with the purchase of a GigE Vision Module license, or the Sapera processing SDK with a valid license.
Page 19: Genie Nano Common Specifications
Color cameras support Bayer output or RGB output firmware. Binning (monochrome models) Support for both Horizontal and Vertical Binning: 1x, 2x, and 4x in FPGA Models M640, M800, M1280, M1930, M2590, M4040, M4060 have in-sensor binning Programmable LUT (Look-up-table) up to 12-Bit (model dependent) Defective Pixel Replacement Available on some models —...
Page 20 Back Focal Distance 17.52 mm (C-mount models), 12.52 mm (CS-mount models) 12 mm (model Nano XL) Mechanical Interface Camera (L x H x W) 21.2 mm x 29 mm x 44 mm (without lens mount or Ethernet connector) see Mechanical Specifications 38.9 mm x 29 mm x 44 mm (with C-mount and Ethernet connector) 23.7 mm x 59 mm x 59 mm (Nano XL without Ethernet connector) 38.3 mm x 59 mm x 59 mm (Nano XL with Ethernet connector)
Page 21: Sensor Cosmetic Specifications
Sensor Cosmetic Specifications After Factory Calibration and/or Corrections are Applied (if applicable — dependent on sensor) Blemish Specifications Maximum Number of Blemish Description Defects Hot/Dead Pixel defects Typical 0.0025% Any pixel that deviates by ±20% from the average of Max 0.005% neighboring pixels at 50% saturation including pixel stuck at 0 and maximum saturated value.
Page 22: Dynamic Range & Signal To Noise Ratio Test Conditions
Dynamic Range & Signal to Noise Ratio Test Conditions Dynamic Range Test Conditions Exposure 100µs • 0% Full Light Level • SNR Test Conditions Exposure 2000µs • 80% saturation • Specifications calculated according to EMVA-1288 standard, using white LED light For On-semi Python •...
Page 23: Mean Time Between Failure (Mtbf)
Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) The analysis was carried out for operating temperatures varying from 0 to 80ºC. The following table presents the predicted MTBF and failure rate values. Genie Nano Series Overview • 21 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 24: Model Specifications: M/C1940 & M/C1920
Model Specifications: M/C1940 & M/C1920 Model specific specifications and response graphics for these Sony models are provided here. The response curves describe the sensor, excluding lens and light source characteristics. Camera Models Supported Features M1920 C1920 M1940 C1940 Minimum Frame Rate 0.06 fps 0.06 fps (internal acquisition)
Page 25 Shutter Full frame electronic global shutter function Full Well charge 32 ke (max) 75.5 dB (12-bit), 68.3 dB (10-bit) Output Dynamic Range Signal to Noise ratio 43.9 dB typical DN Variation 50% saturation: < +/- 0.5% Responsivity graphic: * Entire Resolution includes Over-scan pixels: Active resolution is 1920x1200.
Page 26: Spectral Response
Spectral Response Monochrome Models M194x & M192x, (Sony IMX174 & IMX249) Measured Fill-Factor x Quantum Efficiency (FF x QE) Color Models C194x & C192x, (Sony IMX174 & IMX249) Measured Fill-Factor x Quantum Efficiency (FF x QE) 24 • Genie Nano Series Overview Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 27: Model Specifications: M/C2020, M/C2050
Model Specifications: M/C2020, M/C2050 Nano-M/C2020 Nano-M/C2050 Supported Features 2048 x 1536 2048 x 1536 Sony IMX252 Sony IMX265 Sony IMX252 Sensor Firmware Default Firmware Standard Design Standard Design High Sensitivity Design Full Well charge † dependent on Firmware 11ke (max) 11ke (max) 2.75ke (max) Design Loaded...
Page 28: Model Specifications: M/C2420, M/C2450
Model Specifications: M/C2420, M/C2450 Nano-M/C2420 Nano-M/C2450 Supported Features 2448 x 2048 2448 x 2048 Sony IMX250 Sony IMX264 Sony IMX250 Sensor Firmware Default Firmware Standard Design Standard Design High Sensitivity Design Full Well charge † dependent on Firmware 11ke (max) 11ke (max) 2.75ke (max) Design Loaded...
Page 29: Spectral Responses
Spectral Responses The response curves describe the sensor, excluding lens and light source characteristics. Models M2020, M2050, M2420, M2450 Models C2020, C2050, C2420, C2450 Genie Nano Series Overview • 27 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 30: Model Specifications: M/C4060, M/C4040
Model Specifications: M/C4060, M/C4040 M/C-4060 M/C-4040 Supported Features (Sony IMX255) (Sony IMX253) 4112 x 2176 4112 x 3008 High Sensitivity High Sensitivity Sensor Firmware Standard Design Standard Design Design (default) Design (default) Full Well charge dependent on 11ke (max) 2.75ke (max) 11ke (max) 2.75ke (max) Firmware Design Loaded...
Page 31: Spectral Responses
Spectral Responses The response curves describe the sensor, excluding lens and light source characteristics. Models M4060, M4040 Models C4060, C4040 Genie Nano Series Overview • 29 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 32: Model Specifications: M/C4030, M/C4020
Model Specifications: M/C4030, M/C4020 M/C-4030 M/C-4020 Supported Features (Sony IMX267) (Sony IMX304) 4112 x 2176 4112 x 3008 Sensor Firmware Standard Design RGB Output Standard Design RGB Output Full Well charge dependent on 11ke (max) 11ke (max) Firmware Design Loaded Max.
Page 33: Spectral Responses
Spectral Responses The response curves describe the sensor, excluding lens and light source characteristics. Models M4030, M4020 Models C4030, C4020 Genie Nano Series Overview • 31 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 34: Model Specifications: M/C640, M/C800, M/C1280, M/C1930, M/C2590
Model Specifications: M/C640, M/C800, M/C1280, M/C1930, M/C2590 Model specific specifications and response graphics for the On-Semi Python series are provided here. The response curves describe the sensor, excluding lens and light source characteristics. Supported Features M640/NIR C640 M800/NIR C800 M1280/NIR...
Page 35 Supported Features M1930 / NIR C1930 M2590 / NIR C2590 Full Active Resolution* 1984 x 1264 2592 x 2048 Pixel Data Formats Mono 8-bit Bayer 8-bit Mono 8-bit Bayer 8-bit (Standard Firmware) Mono 10-bit Bayer 10-bit Mono 10-bit Bayer 10-bit Mono 8-bit Mono 8-bit Pixel Data Formats...
Page 36 640x480: 1602µs 800x600: 2332µs 1280x1024: 5676µs Add 75µs when overlapping Exposure and Readout Normal Mode approximation 1920x1200: 10831µs 2592x2048: 23242µs Add 76µs when overlapping Exposure and Readout 640x480: 1107µs 800x600: 1713µs 1280x1024: 4621µs Add 62µs when overlapping Exposure and Readout Fast Readout Mode approximation 1920x1200: 8428µs 2592x2048: 19142µs...
Page 37: Spectral Response
Spectral Response On-Semi Python Series — Monochrome and Color On-Semi Python Series — Monochrome and NIR Genie Nano Series Overview • 35 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 38: Model Specifications: Nano Xl - M/C 5100, M/C 4090
Model Specifications: Nano XL – M/C 5100, M/C 4090 Model specific specifications and response graphics for the On-Semi Python (25K & 16K) series are provided here. The response curves describe the sensor, excluding lens and light source characteristics. M/C 5100 M/C 4090 Supported Features (5120 x 5120)
Page 39 ** Limited to the Genie Nano Architecture: ~250MB/sec Sustained into the TurboDrive Engine achieved using 1500 Byte Packet Size ‡‡ Horizontal Line Time: Table Values and Formulas Values stated in the table are calculated for the maximum sensor widths, specifically: Model M5100=5120 pixels •...
Page 40: Spectral Response
Spectral Response On-Semi Python Series — Monochrome and NIR On-Semi Python Series — Bayer Color 38 • Genie Nano Series Overview Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 41: Model Specifications: C4900
Model Specifications: C4900 Model specific specifications and response graphics for the On-Semi AR1820HS sensor are provided here. The response curves exclude lens and light source characteristics. Supported Features C4900 Electronic Rolling Shutter function (ERS) Shutter with Global Reset Release (GRR) function Full Active Resolution* 4912 x 3682 Pixel Size...
Page 42: Spectral Response
Spectral Response 40 • Genie Nano Series Overview Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 43: Model C4900 Sensor Cosmetic Specifications
Model C4900 Sensor Cosmetic Specifications Due to the significant engineering design differences of the Rolling Shutter – High Pixel Density sensor used in the model C4900, its cosmetic specifications are not consistent with the other Nano models. The following table applies only to the Nano model C4900 (AR1820HS sensor). Blemish Specification Maximum Number Blemish Description &...
Page 44: Guide To Using A Rolling Shutter Camera
Guide to Using a Rolling Shutter Camera The Genie Nano C4900 implements the On-Semi AR1820HS rolling shutter sensor to achieve a high pixel density – low cost solution for a number of imaging implementations. Characteristics Rolling shutter sensor cameras have different usage characteristics and thus provide different application solutions compared to the Nano global shutter models.
Page 45: Overview Of Electronic Rolling Shutter (Ers) Exposures
Overview of Electronic Rolling Shutter (ERS) Exposures Referring to the following graphic: Each sensor line is exposed for the programmed time integration period. • Exposures start with Line 1. The sensor design uses a shared line readout circuit. Due to this •...
Page 46: Overview Of Global Reset Release (Grr) Exposures
Overview of Global Reset Release (GRR) Exposures Referring to the following graphic: All sensor lines start integrating at the same time, therefore GRR mode is also known as Global • Start Mode. The first sensor line (line 1) only is exposed for the programmed time integration period. •...
Page 47: Comparison Of Similar On-Semi And Sony Sensors
Comparison of Similar On-Semi and Sony Sensors The following table provides an overview comparison of the Nano cameras having a similar field of view (approximately 2K horizontal) using On-Semi and Sony Sensors. Not all Nano cameras are presented so as to keep this table reasonable in size. Parameters highlighted in green indicate specifications of interest when considering which Genie Nano camera may best match the imaging requirement.
Page 48 1 to 15x multiplying factor 1 to 15x multiplying factor 1 to 16x multiplying factor 1 to 16x multiplying factor Sensor Gain range 1 to 16x multiplying factor (Applied after Maximum (Applied after Maximum (Applied after Maximum (Applied after Maximum (in the Digital domain) Analog gain) Analog gain)
Page 49: Nano Quick Start
If you are familiar with GigE Vision cameras, follow these steps to quickly install and acquire images with Genie Nano and Sapera LT in a Windows OS system. If you are not familiar with Teledyne DALSA GigE Vision cameras go to Connecting the Genie Nano Camera.
Page 50: Connecting The Genie Nano Camera
Connect the Genie Nano Camera Connecting a Genie Nano to a network system is similar whether using the Teledyne DALSA Sapera LT package or a third party GigE Vision development package.
Page 51: Connectors
A 10 pin I/O connector for camera power, plus trigger, strobe and general I/O signals. The • connector supports a retention latch, while the Nano case supports thumbscrews. Teledyne DALSA provides optional cables (see Accessories). See 10-pin I/O Connector Details for connector pin out specifications.
Page 52: Led Indicators
LED Indicators The Genie Nano has one multicolor LED to provide a simple visible indication of camera state, as described below. The Nano Ethernet connector does not have indicator LEDs; the user should use the LED status on the Ethernet switch or computer NIC to observe networking status. Camera Status LED Indicator The camera is equipped with one LED to display its operational status.
Page 53: Genie Nano Ip Configuration Sequence
Preferably, a DHCP server is present on the network, where the Genie Nano issues a DHCP request for an IP address. The DHCP server then provides the Nano an IP address. The Teledyne DALSA Network Configuration tool, installed with the Sapera Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging Package, provides a DHCP server which is easily enabled on the NIC used with the Genie Nano (refer to the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging user’s manual).
Page 54: Preventing Operational Faults Due To Esd
0 volt return line is not necessarily connected to earth ground. Teledyne DALSA has performed ESD testing on Nano cameras using an 8 kilovolt ESD generator without any indication of operational faults. The two following methods, either individually or together will prevent ESD problems.
Page 55: Using Nano With Sapera Api
Nano also can connect through a Gigabit Ethernet switch. When using VLAN groups, the • Nano and controlling computer must be in the same group (refer to the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging Package user’s manual). If Genie Nano is to be used in a Sapera development environment, Sapera LT 8.10 needs to •...
Page 56: Procedure
Teledyne DALSA TurboDrive™ technology. Note that Nano features may change when an older versions of Sapera LT is used. Optional: If the Teledyne DALSA Sapera LT SDK package is not used, click to install the Genie • Nano firmware and user manuals only. Follow the on screen prompts.
Page 57: Gige Server Verification
GigE Server Verification After a successful Genie Nano Framework package installation, the GigE Server icon is visible in the desktop taskbar tray area (note that in Windows 7 the icon remains hidden until a camera is connected). After connecting a camera (see following section), allow a few seconds for the GigE Server status to update.
Page 58: Optimizing The Network Adapter Used With Nano
CamExpert. The single “moving” test image is a shifting diagonal ramp pattern, which is useful for testing network/computer bandwidth issues (see following image). Refer to the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging package manual if error messages are shown in •...
Page 59: About The Device User Id
When using CamExpert, multiple Genie Nano cameras on the network are seen as different “Nano-xxxxx” devices as an example. Non Teledyne DALSA cameras are labeled as “GigEVision Device”. Click on a device user name to select it for control by CamExpert.
Page 60: Operational Reference
Operational Reference Using CamExpert with Genie Nano Cameras The Sapera CamExpert tool is the interfacing tool for GigE Vision cameras, and is supported by the Sapera library and hardware. CamExpert allows a user to test camera functions. Additionally CamExpert saves the Nano user settings configuration to the camera or saves multiple configurations as individual camera parameter files on the host system (*.ccf).
Page 61: Camexpert View Parameters Option
Device pane: View and select from any installed GigE Vision or Sapera acquisition device. After • a device is selected CamExpert will only present parameters applicable to that device. Parameters pane: Allows viewing or changing all acquisition parameters supported by the •...
Page 62: Camera Information Category
GigE Vision applications retrieve this information to identify the camera along with its characteristics. Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications.
Page 63 Display Name Feature & Values Description Device Version & View Manufacturer Name DeviceVendorName Displays the device vendor name. 1.00 Beginner Family Name DeviceFamilyName Displays the device family name. 1.00 Beginner Model Name DeviceModelName Displays the device model name. 1.00 Beginner Device Version DeviceVersion Displays the device version.
Page 64 The temperature of the selected source in 1.00 degrees Celsius. Maximum temperature Beginner should not exceed +70°C for reliable operation. DALSA Software DALSASoftwareCompatibilityComponentList List the optional Teledyne DALSA software 1.00 Compatibility functions that are supported. Beginner Component List TurboDrive 8-bit Compatibility1 Teledyne DALSA Turbo Drive 8-bit requires v8.01...
Page 65 Calibration Date deviceCalibrationDateRaw Date when the camera was calibrated. Device Acquisition Type deviceAcquisitionType Displays the Device Acquisition Type of the 1.00 product. DFNC Invisible Sensor Sensor The device gets its data directly from a sensor. Device TL Type DeviceTLType Transport Layer type of the device. 1.00 DFNC GigE Vision...
Page 66: Power-Up Configuration Dialog
Power-up Configuration Dialog CamExpert provides a dialog box which combines the features to select the camera power-up state and for the user to save or load a Nano camera state. Camera Power-up Configuration The first drop list selects the camera configuration state to load on power-up (see feature UserSetDefaultSelector).
Page 67: Sensor Control Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application. Features listed in the description table that are tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications. Also important, features shown by CamExpert may change with different Genie Nano models implementing different sensors, image resolutions, and color versions.
Page 68: Sensor Control Feature Descriptions
Sensor Control Feature Descriptions The following table describes these features along with their view attribute and device version. For each feature the device version may differ for each camera sensor available. When a Device Version number is indicated, this represents the camera software functional group, not a firmware revision number. As Genie Nano capabilities evolve the device version will increase, therefore identifying the supported function package.
Page 69 Exposure Mode ExposureMode Sets the operation mode for the camera’s exposure (or electronic shutter). < Beginner > Timed Timed The exposure duration time is set using the Exposure Time feature and the exposure starts with a FrameStart event. Trigger Width TriggerWidth Uses the width of the trigger signal pulse to control the exposure duration.
Page 70 Disables the sensor FPN Correction Mode ver. 1.02 Active Active Enables the sensor FPN Correction Mode. Note: Applicable to the models listed below M640, M640 NIR, C640 M800, M800 NIR, C800 M1280, M1280 NIR, C1280 68 • Operational Reference Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 71: Offset/Gain Control Details (Sony Sensors)
Offset/Gain Control Details (Sony sensors) The Gain and Black level functions are applied at the sensor and/or on the digital image values output by the sensor, as described below. Gain Selector = Sensor: The gain function is a linear multiplier control in 0.01 steps within •...
Page 72: Offset/Gain Control Details (On-Semi Python Sensors)
Offset/Gain Control Details (On-Semi Python sensors) The Gain and Black level functions are applied at the sensor and/or on the digital image values output by the sensor, as described below. Gain Selector = Sensor Analog: The gain function is a linear multiplier control in 0.01 steps •...
Page 73: Bayer Mosaic Pattern
Genie Nano Color cameras output raw Bayer image data using the mosaic pattern shown below. Teledyne DALSA Sapera CamExpert tool interprets the raw Bayer output when the user enables the Pre-Processing Software Bayer Decoder. CamExpert also provides an automatic white balance tool to aid RGB gain adjustments.
Page 74: Fast Readout Mode Artifacts Correction
Fast Readout Mode Artifacts Correction With all Nano OnSemi sensor models: A simple software host based “Flat Line” correction available with Sapera LT , can be used to eliminate this Fast Readout Mode artifact. Users can test this with the Sapera CamExpert tool. Refer to the manual (Sapera Getting Started - Cameras) for instructions in calibrating and using the software based Flat Line correction.
Page 75: Sensor Exposure Timing: Sony Sensor Models
Sensor Exposure Timing: Sony Sensor Models Nano cameras with Sony sensors have general timing characteristics using synchronous exposure mode, as described below. Trigger Characteristics: Start of Exposure Start of Exposure Details for Nano Sony Sensor Models External Trigger Input rising edge active Input propagation Delay (see Input Signals Electrical Specifications) Internal Trigger Control Delay to Next Horizontal Time (delay jitter)
Page 76: Sensor Exposure Timing: Onsemi Python Models
Sensor Exposure Timing: OnSemi Python Models Nano cameras with OnSemi sensors have general timing characteristics as described below. Trigger Characteristics: Start of Exposure Start of Exposure Details External for Nano Models using OnSemi Python Trigger Input rising edge active Input propagation Delay (see Input Signals Electrical Specifications) Internal Trigger Control Internal Delay (exposureAlignment = Reset or Synchronous With No Overlap) Internal Delay (exposureAlignment = Synchronous With Overlap)
Page 77: Auto-Brightness Control Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application. Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications. Also important, Genie Nano cameras are available in a number of models implementing different sensors which may support different features or none from this category.
Page 78 Display Name Feature & Values Description Device Version Auto-Brightness Mode autoBrightnessMode Sets the mode for the Auto-Brightness function. 1.04 Expert Disable the auto-brightness mode. DFNC Active Active Activates the auto-brightness mode when the AcquisitionStart or AcquisitionArm command is received. Auto-Brightness autoBrightnessSequence Specifies the processing order for the auto- 1.04...
Page 79: Using Auto-Brightness
Auto-Exposure Time Min exposureAutoMinValue Sets the minimum exposure time value allowed 1.04 Value by the user, in microseconds, for the Auto- Expert Exposure function. DFNC Auto-Exposure Time exposureAutoMaxValue Sets the maximum exposure time value allowed 1.04 Max Value by the user, in microseconds, for the Auto- Expert Exposure function.
Page 80: Auto-Brightness With Frame Luminance Averaging
The features autoBrightnessSequence, autoBrightnessTargetSource, autoBrightnessTarget, • autoBrightnessTargetRangeVariation, and autoBrightnessAlgorithm can remain at their default settings for this demo. Note that the Auto-Brightness function is not available if “Cycling Mode” is active. • The Auto-Brightness examples below are summarized as follows: Auto-Brightness by Frame Luminance Averaging •...
Page 81: I/O Control Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application. Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications. Also important, Genie Nano cameras are available in a number of models implementing different sensors which may support different features within this category.
Page 82: I/O Control Feature Descriptions
I/O Control Feature Descriptions The following table describes these features along with their view attribute and minimum camera firmware version required. Additionally the Device Version column will indicate which parameter is a member of the DALSA Features Naming Convention (indicated by DFNC), versus the GenICam Standard Features Naming Convention (SFNC tag is not shown).
Page 83 Counter1End Event Counter1End Select the CounterEnd Event as the internal trigger source. 1.00 Trigger Input Line Activation TriggerActivation Select the activation mode for the selected Input Beginner Line trigger source. This is applicable only for external line inputs. Rising Edge RisingEdge The trigger is considered valid on the rising edge of the line source signal (after any processing by the...
Page 84 1.00 Line Format LineFormat Specify the current electrical format of the selected Expert physical input or output. (RO) Opto-Coupled OptoCoupled The line is opto-Coupled. 1.00 Line Mode LineMode Reports if the physical Line is an Input or Output Expert signal. (RO) See Input Signals Electrical Specifications.
Page 85 Pulse on: Action 1 PulseOnAction1 Generate a pulse on the GigEVision Action Command 1. (ver:1.03) Pulse on: Action 2 PulseOnAction2 Generate a pulse on the GigEVision Action Command 2. (ver:1.03) Pulse on: Software PulseOnSoftwareCmd Generate a pulse on the Input of a Software Command Command Exposure Active...
Page 86: I/O Module Block Diagram
Pin8=Signal – Pin4=Pwr Pin8Signal_Pin4Pwr Pin 8 is the Output2 Signal and Pin 4 is the common output Power on the device connector. I/O Module Block Diagram Timer and Counter Module TimerEnd Event Timer Input Event Driven Line Line Input Line Selector = Detection Counter Debouncer...
Page 87: Input Line Details
Trigger Line Polarity: For external line signals, a rising edge signal is suggested to minimize • the time it takes for the opto-coupler to change state. Trigger Source=Timer1End Event: The Timer1 End Event is used as the internal trigger • source.
Page 88: Trigger Overlap: Feature Details
Trigger Overlap: Feature Details The Trigger Overlap feature defines how the Nano handles triggers that might occur more frequently than the Frame Active period (an exposure plus readout period). If TriggerOverlap=OFF, then triggers received before the end of the Frame Active period are ignored.
Page 89 TriggerOverlap=ReadOut • Trigger is accepted at the beginning of the frame Readout. The “End of Exposure to Start of • Readout” time is sensor dependent. Diagram Conditions: • TriggerMode=On ExposureMode=Timed • TriggerActivation=RisingEdge • TriggerDelay=0 • TriggerSelector=FrameStart • ExposureAlignment=Synchronous • TriggerOverlap=Readout Trigger Exclusion Period Trigger Exclusion Period Trigger Input...
Page 90 TriggerOverlap=EndOfExposure • • Trigger is accepted immediately after the previous exposure period. This will latch the Trigger and delay the Exposure if the end of that exposure is shorter than the previous readout. Diagram Conditions: TriggerMode=On • ExposureMode=Timed • TriggerActivation=RisingEdge •...
Page 91 TriggerOverlap= EndOfExposure or Readout • This special condition describes the case of a short exposure relative to the readout period. A • trigger received before the end of the frame readout is latched and delayed until such time that the following short exposure will end with the end of the previous frame readout. The second readout period will then start immediately.
Page 92 TriggerOverlap= Readout and ExposureMode=TriggerWidth • • This special condition describes the case of a short TriggerWidth exposure relative to the readout period. If the next Trigger input signal occurs during the previous frame readout, attempting to stop the frame active period before the current readout is completed, the camera will continue the second exposure until the previous readout is completed.
Page 93 Diagram Conditions (OnSemi Sensors): TriggerMode=On • • ExposureMode=TriggerWidth • TriggerActivation=RisingEdge TriggerDelay=0 • • TriggerSelector=FrameStart • ExposureAlignment=Synchronous OnSemi Sensor TriggerOverlap= Readout and ExposureMode=TriggerWidth Trigger Input Exposure 2 delayed so that it ends when Readout 1 ends Exposure 2 Exposure 1 Frame Exposure Readout 1 Readout 2 Frame Readout...
Page 94 TriggerOverlap=Off and ExposureMode=TriggerWidth • Diagram Conditions: • TriggerMode=On ExposureMode=TriggerWidth • • TriggerActivation=RisingEdge TriggerDelay=0 • TriggerSelector=FrameStart • ExposureAlignment=Synchronous • TriggerOverlap= Off and ExposureMode=TriggerWidth Exclusion Region Exclusion Region Trigger Input Exposure 2 Exposure 1 Frame Exposure Readout 1 Readout 2 Frame Readout Frame 1 Active period Frame 2 Active period 92 •...
Page 95: Output Line Details
Output Line Details The general purpose output line signals are connected to I/O lines 3 and 4, which have the following features for control or status indication. Feature set: LineInverter (RW), outputLineSource (RW), outputLinePulseDelay (RW), • outputLinePulseDuration (RW), outputLineValue (RW), outputLineSoftwareCmd (RW), LineSelector (RW), LineName (RO), linePinAssociation (RO), LineFormat (RO), LineMode (RO), LineStatus (RO).
Page 96: Counter And Timer Control Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application. Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications. Also important, Genie Nano cameras are available in a number of models implementing different sensors and image resolutions which may not support the full feature set defined in this category.
Page 97 Display Name Feature & Values Description Device Version & View 1.00 Counter Selector counterSelector Selects the counter to configure. Expert Counter 1 Counter1 Select counter 1 DFNC 1.00 Counter mode counterMode Selects the counter mode. The selected Counter is Expert either Active or Disabled.
Page 98 1.00 Counter Start Line counterStartLineActivation Selects the activation mode of the input line trigger Expert Activation which starts the counter. This is only applicable when DFNC the counterStartSource feature selects a physical Line. Rising Edge RisingEdge Starts counting on rising edge of the selected Line. Falling Edge FallingEdge Starts counting on falling edge of the selected Line.
Page 99 Readout Start ReadoutStart Reset the counter on the reception of the Readout Start event. Readout End ReadoutEnd Reset the counter on the reception of the Readout End event. Frame Trigger FrameStart Reset on reception of the Frame Trigger. Valid Frame Trigger ValidFrameTrigger Reset on reception of the Valid Frame Trigger.
Page 100: Counter And Timer Group Block Diagram
Readout Start ReadoutEnd Start Timer on Readout Start event. Readout End ReadoutStart Start Timer on Readout End event. Frame Start FrameStart Start Timer on Frame Start event. Frame Trigger ValidFrameTrigger Start Timer on Frame Trigger event. Frame Burst End FrameBurstEnd Start Timer on Frame Burst End event.
Page 101: Example: Counter Start Source = Off
Example: Counter Start Source = OFF CounterStartSource=OFF Countermode=Active Countermode=OFF CounterEnd Event Generated Counter Counter is CounterWait Counter is Counter Overflow IDLE Trigger Active Completed Counter is incrementing CounterStartSource=OFF CounterResetSource=OFF Counter Reset CMD CounterResetSource=Event CounterResetSource=CounterEnd The counter starts on the counterReset Cmd. •...
Page 102: Example: Counterstartsource = Event And Signal (Edge Base)
Example: CounterStartSource = EVENT and Signal (Edge Base) CounterStartSource= EVENT and Signal (Edge Base ) Countermode=Active Countermode=OFF CounterEnd Event Generated Counter Counter is CounterWait Counter is Counter Overflow IDLE Trigger Active Completed Counter is incrementing CounterResetSource=OFF CounterStartSource= EVENT or Signal (Edge Base ) Counter Reset CMD CounterResetSource=Event (Itself) CounterResetSource=Event...
Page 103: Advanced Processing Control Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application. Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications.
Page 104 Display Name Feature & Values Description Version Model Notes Defective Pixel Replacement defectivePixelReplacementMode Sets the mode for the defective pixel Mode replacement. Ver. 1.04 OnSemi Python Expert monochrome and Defective Pixel Replacement is disabled. DFNC Sony 9M & 12M Active Active Defective Pixel Replacement is enabled.
Page 105 LUT Value All LUTValueAll Accesses all the LUT coefficients in a single access without using individual LUT indices. Ver. 1.03 This feature accesses the LUT values in the Guru currently active LUT table set by the LUT Current Active Set feature. Ver.
Page 106: Lookup Table (Lut) Overview
Lookup Table (LUT) Overview The Genie Nano cameras include a user programmable LUT table as a component of its embedded processing features. A LUT is used for operations such as gamma adjustments, invert and threshold processes. The camera LUT table are dependent on the sensor (per pixel – see feature LUT Size) and is illustrated in the following figure (see Processing path bits per pixel).
Page 107: Defective Pixel Replacement
The following XML code sample forms the template for the user to build bad pixel maps for any of their Nano cameras. Note: Identifying bad pixels is left to the user’s discretion, but Teledyne DALSA technical support can provide guidance.
Page 108: Monochrome Defective Pixel Replacement Algorithm Description
Monochrome Defective Pixel Replacement Algorithm Description The replacement algorithm follows a few basic rules as defined below, which in general provides satisfactory results. The is no embedded intelligence to adapt the rules to avoid replacing a bad pixel with possibly other bad data. Monochrome Sensors (case 1: single bad pixel) A bad even pixel is replaced by the good odd pixel of the same pixel pair.
Page 109 When the first pixel pair of an image row has both even and odd pixels marked as bad, the • even pixel is replaced by pixel from the preceding row’s last pixel. The bad odd pixel is replaced by the following even pixel (even if it is also marked as a bad pixel). Pixel Pair 1 Pixel Pair 2 Pixel Pair 3...
Page 110: Color Defective Pixel Replacement Algorithm Description
Color Defective Pixel Replacement Algorithm Description The replacement algorithm rules for Bayer color sensors is similar to the monochrome rules with the exception that replacement pixels of the same color as the bad are used. The two replacement cases below describe general color pixel replacements. Again there is no embedded intelligence to adapt the rules to avoid replacing a bad pixel with possibly other bad data, but in general these rules provide satisfactory results.
Page 111: Color Processing Control Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications. Also important, Genie Nano cameras are available in a number of models implementing different sensors and image resolutions which may not support the full feature set defined in this category.
Page 112: Color Processing Functional Overview
Display Name Feature & Values Description Device Version & View 1.04 Automatic White Balance BalanceWhiteAuto Controls the mode for automatic white balancing Expert between the color channels. The color gains are automatically adjusted. White balancing is manually controlled using BalanceRatio[Red], BalanceRatio[Green] and BalanceRatio[Blue].
Page 113: White Balance Operation
displaying color. Users should consider using professional monitors which have factory calibrated fixed presets conforming to sRGB or AdobeRGB color spaces. White Balance Operation The Nano white balance control allow either manual settings for the RGB gain levels, or an automatic algorithm executing periodically or on demand.
Page 114: Saturation And Luminance Operation
Saturation and Luminance Operation The optional RGB Output Design firmware for OnSemi sensor Nano models provides two additional control features for color control. In simple terms these controls are: Saturation — Increases the color intensity relative to the default gain level •...
Page 115: Flat Field Correction Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications.
Page 116 Display Name Feature & Values Description Device Version & View 1.06 Flat Field Correction Mode flatfieldCorrectionMode Sets the mode for the Flat Field correction. Beginner Flat Field Correction is disabled. DFNC Nano XL Active Active Flat Field Correction is enabled. Calibration Calibration When this mode is selected, the camera is configured...
Page 117: Cycling Preset Mode Control Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications. Also important, Genie Nano cameras are available in a number of models implementing different sensors and image resolutions which may not support the full feature set defined in this category.
Page 118: Cycling Preset Mode Control Feature Description
The first column indicates whether a feature applies to monochrome or color camera models via a symbol. No symbol indicates a common feature. Additionally the description column will indicate which feature is a member of the Teledyne DALSA Features Naming Convention (denoted by DFNC), versus the GenICam Standard Features Naming Convention (SFNC not shown).
Page 119 Cycling Preset Repeater cyclingPresetRepeater Specifies the required number of cycling preset increment events (generated by the Cycling Preset Incremental Source) to increment the index of the Cycling Preset Ver. 1.01 Current Active Set. < Expert, DFNC > Cycling Preset Reset Source cyclingPresetResetSource Specifies the source that resets the currently active preset.
Page 120 Features Activation Mode cP_FeaturesActivationMode Enables the selected feature to be part of the cycling. When activating the selected feature, this will automatically set the corresponding standard camera Ver. 1.01 feature to read only. < Expert, DFNC > Exclude the selected feature from the cycling. Active Active Include the selected feature in the cycling.
Page 121 Line 3 Line3 Index of the physical line and associated I/O control block to use. Pin 6 is the Output Signal and Pin 4 is the common output power on the I/O connector. Line 4 Line4 Index of the physical line and associated I/O control block to use.
Page 122: Using Cycling Presets-A Simple Example
Using Cycling Presets—a Simple Example As presented in this category’s overview, the cycling preset features allows setting up camera configurations that can change dynamically and repeatedly, with minimum overhead. The features that change along with the trigger for the feature change are preprogrammed in the camera. Additionally a set of preset features can be updated while the camera is acquiring with a different preset.
Page 123: Cycling Reset Timing Details
Cycling Reset Timing Details This section describes the Nano Cycling function with two cycling feature configurations. These configurations (or cases) are dependent on the cycling preset increment source as follows: Internal Synchronous Increment: Where the preset increment source is either FrameStart •...
Page 124: Using Cycling Presets With Output Controls
Using Cycling Presets with Output Controls The following graphic shows a Cycling Preset function setup where a two stage setup performs exposures of different length and additionally provides an output pulse at the start of each exposure. As an example, by using both output lines, this setup can trigger two separate light strobes of different wavelengths.
Page 125: Cycling Mode Constraints With A Changing Roi
Cycling Mode Constraints with a changing ROI The Nano Cycling Mode features support a changing ROI from one cycling preset to the next. The ROI in this case refers to a single acquisition area which is a subset of the complete image frame. The initial ROI size and position (i.e.
Page 126: Image Format Control Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application. Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications. Also important, Genie Nano cameras are available in a number of models implementing different sensors and image resolutions which may not support the full feature set defined in this category.
Page 127: Image Format Control Feature Description
Image Format Control Feature Description The following table describes these features along with their view attribute and device framework version. For each feature the device version may differ for each camera sensor available. Such differences will be clearly indicated for any applicable feature. A Revision Version number represents the camera software firmware revision.
Page 128 BayerGB 10-Bit BayerGB10 Color camera: BayerGB10 1.05 1.05 BayerBG 10-Bit BayerBG10 Color camera: BayerBG10 1.05 1.05 BayerGR 12-Bit BayerGR12 Color camera: BayerGR12 1.05 1.05 BayerRG 12-Bit BayerRG12 Color camera: BayerRG12 BayerGB 12-Bit BayerGB12 Color camera: BayerGB12 1.05 1.05 BayerBG 12-Bit BayerBG12 Color camera: BayerBG12 1.05...
Page 129 Active Active The ROI per image feature is active. ROI Count Horizontal multipleROICountHorizontal Specifies the number of ROI (Region of Interest) available — for the X axis. < Expert, DFNC > ROI Count Vertical multipleROICountVertical Specifies the number of ROI (Region of Interest) available —...
Page 130 Binning Selector binningSelector Select how the Horizontal and Vertical Binning is done. The Ver. 1.06 Ver. 1.03 — Binning function can occur in the Digital domain of a device or at the actual sensor. (Available (Available < Beginner > on some on some models) models)
Page 131 Width Max WidthMax The maximum image width is the dimension calculated after horizontal binning, decimation or any other function changing the horizontal dimension of the image. < RO, Invisible > Height Max HeightMax The maximum image height is the dimension calculated after vertical binning, decimation or any other function changing the vertical dimension of the image.
Page 132: Width And Height Features For Partial Scan Control
Width and Height Features for Partial Scan Control Width and Height controls along with their respective offsets, allow the Genie Nano to grab a region of interest (ROI) within the full image frame. Besides eliminating post acquisition image cropping done by software in the host computer, a windowed ROI grab reduces the bandwidth required on the Gigabit Ethernet link since less pixels are transmitted.
Page 133: Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Models M/C 1920 & 1940)
Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Models M/C 1920 & 1940) Vertical Lines Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Acquired Sony sensor – M/C1920 Models Sony sensor – M/C1940 Models 1216 38 fps 83 fps 1080 43 fps 94 fps 51 fps 111 fps...
Page 134: Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Models M2020 & M2050)
Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Models M2020 & M2050) Vertical Lines Internal Trigger Internal Trigger Internal Trigger Acquired Minimum Exposure Minimum Exposure Minimum Exposure Sony sensor – M2020 Models Sony sensor – M2050 Models Sony sensor – M2050 Models Standard Design Firmware High Sensitivity Design 1536 53 fps...
Page 135: Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Models M/C 4020 & 4030)
Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Models M/C 4020 & 4030) Vertical Lines Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Acquired Sony sensor – M/C4020 Models Sony sensor – M/C4030 Models 3008 14.6 fps — 2176 20.1 fps 20.1 fps 2048 21.4 fps 21.4 fps...
Page 136: Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Model C 4900)
Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Model C 4900) Vertical Lines Acquired Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Aptina sensor – C4900 Model 3684 13.4 fps 2762 17.8 fps 1842 26.4 fps 1024 46.3 fps 60.6 fps 87.8 fps 159.1 fps 267.9 fps 407.1 fps 550.4 fps 667.6 fps...
Page 137: Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Model M/C 1930)
Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Model M/C 1930) Vertical Lines Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Acquired OnSemi sensor – M/C1930 Models OnSemi sensor – M/C1930 Models Fast Readout Mode Enabled 1200 91 fps 116 fps 1024 106 fps 136 fps 141 fps...
Page 138: Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Model M/C 800)
Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Model M/C 800) Vertical Lines Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Acquired OnSemi sensor – M/C800 Models OnSemi sensor – M/C800 Models Fast Readout Mode Enabled 419 fps 566 fps 520 fps 701 fps 1004 fps 1340 fps...
Page 139: Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Nano Xl-M5100)
Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Nano XL–M5100) Using High Speed Firmware (8-bit only) Vertical Lines Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Acquired Python 25k sensor – model M5100 Python 25k sensor – model M5100 Fast Readout Mode Enabled 5120 11.8 20.4...
Page 140: Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Nano Xl-M4090)
Maximum Frame Rate Examples (Nano XL–M4090) Using High Speed Firmware (8-bit only) Vertical Lines Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Internal Trigger / Minimum Exposure Acquired Python 16k sensor –model M4090 Python 16k sensor – model M4090 Fast Readout Mode Enabled 4096 16.5 31.2...
Page 141: Horizontal Cropping (Partial Scan)
Horizontal Cropping (Partial Scan) Genie Nano supports cropping the acquisition horizontally by grabbing less pixels on each horizontal line. Horizontal offset defines the start of the acquired video line while horizontal width defines the number of pixels per line. Horizontal control features have the following independent constants: Horizontal Offset is limited to pixel increment values of 4 to define the start of the video •...
Page 142: Important Usage Details
Important Usage Details Two to 16 ROI areas are supported by the Genie Nano ( 4x4 matrix maximum). • For any selected ROI, the Offset X/Offset Y features define the upper left corner of the ROI. • Offset, Width, and Height features have individual increment values (step size) to consider. •...
Page 143: Example: Four Roi Areas (2X2)
Example: Four ROI Areas (2x2) ROI (x1,y1) ROI (x2,y1) ROI (x1,y1) ROI (x2,y1) ROI (x1,y2) ROI (x2,y2) ROI (x1,y2) ROI (x2,y2) Camera Outputs only the 4 ROI Areas 4 ROI Areas Defined Note that ROI(x1,y1) defines the height of any ROI in that row. •...
Page 144 With the ROI areas defined, the camera outputs an image consisting only of data within those ROI areas, as shown below. Such data reduction improves transfer bandwidth and also reduces image processing time for the host system imaging application. 142 • Operational Reference Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 145: Horizontal And Vertical Flip
Horizontal and Vertical Flip The Image Flip features activate image acquisition with horizontal and/or vertical inversion. Support of one or both of these functions is Genie Nano model specific since it is a function of • sensor data readout, not post sensor processing (thus internal test images cannot be flipped). When image flip is supported directly at the sensor, activation of the flip function does not •...
Page 146: Image Flip - Multi-Roi Mode
Image Flip – Multi-ROI Mode Image acquisition flips with multi-ROI enabled is implemented as follows: • The first graphic below shows a simple multi-ROI of two areas, where the camera output is composed of only those two areas. As shown in the second graphic, the multi-ROI implementation resizes the programmed ROI •...
Page 147: Binning Function And Limitations
Binning Function and Limitations Binning is the process where the charge on two (or more) adjacent pixels is combined. This results in increased light sensitivity since there is twice the sensor area to capture photons. The sensor spatial resolution is reduced but the improved low-light sensitivity plus lower signal-noise ratio may solve a difficult imaging situation.
Page 148: Internal Test Pattern Generator
Internal Test Pattern Generator The Genie Nano camera includes a number of internal test patterns which easily confirm camera installations, without the need for a camera lens or proper lighting. Use CamExpert to easily enable and select the any of the Nano test patterns from the drop menu while the camera is not in acquisition mode.
Page 149: Metadata Control Category
Note: Metadata and Turbo Drive feature availability are currently mutually exclusive with current released camera firmware. Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications. Also important, Genie Nano cameras are available in a number of models implementing different sensors and image resolutions which may not support the full feature set defined in this category.
Page 150 Selects the format of the chunk data (metadata) in the Expert Compatibility payload of the image. DFNC Format Sapera LT SaperaLT Metadata compatible with Teledyne DALSA Sapera LT 8.0. Gen API GenAPI Metadata compatible with GenICam GenAPI. 1.04 Metadata ChunkSelector Selects the specific metadata to control, when enabled.
Page 151 1.04 Chunk Exposure ChunkExposureTime Returns the exposure time used to capture the image. Guru Time 1.04 Chunk Cycling ChunkCyclingPresetCurrentActiveSet Returns the index of the cycling preset used for this Guru Preset Current image. Active Set 1.04 Chunk Line ChunkLineStatusAll Returns the status of all available line signals, when the Guru Status All image was exposed.
Page 152: Metadata Notes
BayerGR10 BayerGR10 Color camera: BayerGR10 10-bit BayerRG10 BayerRG10 Color camera: BayerRG10 10-bit BayerGB10 BayerGB10 Color camera: BayerGB10 10-bit BayerBG10 BayerBG10 Color camera: BayerBG10 10-bit BayerGR12 BayerGR12 Color camera: BayerGR12 12-bit BayerRG12 BayerRG12 Color camera: BayerRG12 12-bit BayerGB12 BayerGB12 Color camera: BayerGB12 12-bit BayerBG12 BayerBG12...
Page 153: Extracting Metadata Stored In A Sapera Buffer
For Sapera LT developers, a new class “SapMetadata” is now included with Sapera version 8.10. For users of earlier versions of Sapera 8.xx, please contact Teledyne DALSA technical support. Sapera also provides two methods to view metadata. The Sapera CamExpert tool provides a tab (when the Metadata feature is enabled) to view the metadata of the last frame capture, as shown by the following image.
Page 154 152 • Operational Reference Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 155: Acquisition And Transfer Control Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application. Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications. Also important, Genie Nano cameras are available in a number of models implementing different sensors and image resolutions which may not support the full feature set defined in this category.
Page 156: Acquisition And Transfer Control Feature Descriptions
Acquisition and Transfer Control Feature Descriptions The following table describes these parameters along with their view attribute and minimum camera firmware version required. Additionally the Device Version column will indicate which parameter is a member of the DALSA Features Naming Convention (denoted by DFNC), versus the GenICam Standard Features Naming Convention (SFNC tag is not shown).
Page 157: Acquisition Buffering
Transfer Queue Current transferQueueCurrentBlockCount Returns the current number of blocks in the transfer 1.00 Block Count queue. DFNC Expert Transfer Queue Memory transferQueueMemorySize Indicates the amount of device memory (in Mbytes) 1.00 Size available for internal image frame accumulation in the DFNC transfer queue.
Page 158: Using Transfer Queue Current Block Count With Camexpert
Using Transfer Queue Current Block Count with CamExpert This feature returns the number of frames buffered within the Genie Nano pending transfer to the host system. Image frames are buffered in cases where the host system is temporarily busy or cases of high network traffic with other devices through the same Ethernet switch.
Page 159: Action Control Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application. Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications. Also important, Genie Nano cameras are available in a number of models implementing different sensors and image resolutions which may not support the full feature set defined in this category.
Page 160: Action Control Feature Descriptions
Please refer to the GigE Vision® Specification — version 2.0 RC6, for configuration and usage details. Contact Teledyne DALSA Support and request example code for Action Command usage. Nano Features supporting Action Command...
Page 161: Event Control Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application. Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications. Also important, Genie Nano cameras are available in a number of models implementing different sensors and image resolutions which may not support the full feature set defined in this category.
Page 162: Event Control Feature Descriptions
Event Control Feature Descriptions The following table describes these parameters along with their view attribute and minimum camera firmware version required. Additionally the Device Version column will indicate which parameter is a member of the DALSA Features Naming Convention (denoted by DFNC), versus the GenICam Standard Features Naming Convention (SFNC tag is not shown).
Page 163 Events Overflow eventsOverflow Event sent on control channel when all previous active events have been disabled because the camera cannot send them fast enough, generating in internal message overflow. Required events must be re-enabled manually. 1.00 Event Notification EventNotification Enable Events for the event type selected by the Expert EventSelector feature.
Page 164 Disabled Disabled The port shall not place any messages on its communication path. In a boundary clock, no activity at the port shall be allowed to affect the activity at any other port of the boundary clock. A port in this state shall discard all PTP received messages except for management messages.
Page 165 Designated Enabled DesignatedEnabled Designated Enabled Designated Disabled DesignatedDisabled Designated Disabled Fault Cleared FaultCleared Fault Cleared Fault Detected FaultDetected Fault Detected State Decision Event StateDecisionEvent State Decision Event Qualification Timeout QualificationTimeoutExpires Qualification Timeout Expires Expires Announce Receipt Timeout AnnounceReceiptTimeoutExpires Announce Receipt Timeout Expires Expires Synchronization Fault SynchronizationFault...
Page 166: Basic Exposure Events Overview
1.00 AcquisitionStartNextValid EventAcquisitionStartNextValid Generate an event on acquisition start next valid. Guru Event ID 1.00 Acquisition Start Next EventAcquisitionStartNextValidData Data of the acquisition start next valid event. Guru Valid End Data 1.00 AcquisitionStartNextValid EventAcquisitionStartNextValid Timestamp of the acquisition start next valid Guru Event Timestamp Timestamp...
Page 167: Events Associated With Triggered Synchronous Exposures
Events Associated with Triggered Synchronous Exposures The following timing graphic shows the primary events and acquisition timing associated with a synchronous exposure of two individually triggered frames. FrameActive (exposureAlignment=Synchronous ) ValidFrameTrigger ValidFrameTrigger Event (1) Event (2) Invalid Frame Trigger Period Invalid Frame Trigger Period FrameTrigger Inactive FrameTrigger Active...
Page 168: Overview Of Precision Time Protocol Mode (Ieee 1588)
Overview of Precision Time Protocol Mode (IEEE 1588) PTP Mode = Precision Time Protocol The PTP protocol synchronizes the Timestamp clocks of multiple devices connected via a switch • on the same network, where the switch supports PTP. For optimal clock synchronization the imaging network should use one Ethernet switch. Daisy- •...
Page 169: Ieee 1588 Reference Resources
IEEE 1588 Reference Resources For additional information: http://standards.ieee.org & http://ieee1588.nist.gov PTP Standard Reference: IEEE Std 1588-2008 — IEEE Standard for a Precision Clock Synchronization Protocol for Networked Measurement and Control Systems Examples using Timestamp Modulo Event for Acquisitions The Timestamp Modulo event is used to synchronize multiple camera acquisitions and automate repetitive acquisitions based on either the camera’s internal Timestamp counter or a system wide PTP counter.
Page 170: Case 2: Potential Uncertainness To The Start Time
Case 2: Potential Uncertainness to the Start Time Conditions: • initial timestampControlReset resets Timestamp counter • timestampModuloStartTime at < 20 timestampModulo = 10 • timestampModuloActualStartTime = first event (F1) • Case 2 differs only from case 1 by showing that there is a period of uncertainty if the start time is too close to the first modulo count that follows.
Page 171: Case 3: Timer Reset Before The Actual Start Time
Case 3: Timer Reset before the Actual Start Time Conditions: • initial timestampControlReset resets Timestamp counter • timestampModuloStartTime at 20 timestampModulo = 10 • second timestampControlReset at count 25 • • timestampModuloActualStartTime = first event (F1) After the initial Timestamp Reset which starts the Timestamp counter, the modulo start time is at 20.
Page 172: Case 4: Timer Reset After The Actual Start Time
Case 4: Timer Reset after the Actual Start Time Conditions: • initial timestampControlReset resets Timestamp counter • timestampModuloStartTime at 20 timestampModulo = 10 • timestampModuloActualStartTime = first event (F1) • • second timestampControlReset at 35 This case describes the modulo process if there is a Timestamp counter reset after a modulo controlled acquisition occurs.
Page 173: Case 5: Changing 'Timestampmodulo' During Acquisitions
Case 5: Changing ‘timestampModulo’ during Acquisitions Conditions: initial timestampControlReset resets Timestamp counter • timestampModuloStartTime at 20 • timestampModulo = 10 • timestampModuloActualStartTime = first event (F1) • timestampModulo changes to 20 • Case 5 shows that the Modulo value can be changed dynamically. Using the simple example of case 1, after the second acquisition (F2) the modulo value is changed from 10 to 20.
Page 174: Gige Vision Transport Layer Control Category
Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application. Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications. Also important, Genie Nano cameras are available in a number of models implementing different sensors and image resolutions which may not support the full feature set defined in this category.
Page 175 Display Name Feature & Values Description Device Version & View 1.00 Device Link Selector DeviceLinkSelector Selects which Link of the device to control Expert 1.00 Device Link Throughput DeviceLinkThroughputLimitMode When disabled, lower level TL specific Guru Limit features are expected to control the throughput.
Page 176 1.00 Device Access Privilege deviceCCP Controls the device access privilege of an Guru Control application. DFNC Exclusive Access ExclusiveAccess Grants exclusive access to the device to an application. No other application can control or monitor the device. Control Access ControlAccess Grants control access to the device to an application.
Page 177 1.00 Interface Selector GevInterfaceSelector Selects which physical network interface Invisible to control. 1.00 Number Of Interfaces GevNumberOfInterfaces Indicates the number of physical network Invisible interfaces supported by this device. (RO) 1.00 Message Channel Count GevMessageChannelCount Indicates the number of message Invisible channels supported by this device.
Page 178 1.00 Persistent IP Supported GevSupportedIPConfigurationPersistentIP Indicates if Persistent IP is supported by Invisible the selected interface. This protocol is only suggested if the user fully controls the assignment of IP addresses on the network and a GigE Vision camera is connected beyond routers.
Page 179: Defaults For Devicepacketresendbuffersize
reserved1 UTF8 reserved2 1.00 GevSCPSDoNotFragment GevSCPSDoNotFragment This feature state is copied into the “do Invisible not fragment” bit of IP header of each stream packet. (RO) 1.00 I SCPS BigEndian GevSCPSBigEndian Endianess of multi-byte pixel data for this Invisible stream. (RO) Defaults for devicePacketResendBufferSize The default minimum for devicePacketResendBufferSize allows at least two maximum sized buffer.
Page 180: Gige Vision Host Control Category
Genie Nano. The supported data files are for firmware updates, and dependent on the Nano model, LUT tables, Defective Pixel Maps, and other Sapera file types. Features listed in the description table but tagged as Invisible are usually for Teledyne DALSA or third party software usage—not typically needed by end user applications.
Page 181: File Access Control Feature Descriptions
File Access Control Feature Descriptions The Device Version number represents the camera software functional group, not a firmware revision number. As Genie Nano capabilities evolve the device version tag will increase, therefore identifying the supported function package. New features for a major device version release will be indicated by green text for easy identification.
Page 182 Factory Flat Line coefficients 8 FlatFieldCoefficients08 Select factory Flat Line coefficients 8. These are the — 1.06 factory values used when the camera fastReadoutMode is Active and sensor Gain is 3.17. User Flat Line coefficients 1 FlatFieldCoefficients1 Select user flatfield coefficients1. These are the coefficient —...
Page 183 File Invalid FileInvalid The last file operation has completed unsuccessfully because the selected file in not present in this camera model. 1.00 File Operation Result FileOperationResult Displays the file operation result. For Read or Write 1.06 operations, the number of successfully read/written bytes is returned.
Page 184: Updating Firmware Via File Access In Camexpert
Updating Firmware via File Access in CamExpert Click on the “Setting…” button to show the file selection menu. • From the File Type drop menu, select the file Type that will be uploaded to the Genie Nano. • This CamExpert tool allows quick firmware changes or updates, when available for your Genie Nano model.
Page 185: Implementing Trigger-To-Image Reliability
In a complex imaging system a lot can go wrong at all points – from initial acquisition, to camera processing, to data transmission. Teledyne DALSA provides features, events, and I/O signals that provide the system designer with the tools to qualify the system in real time.
Page 186 Event Statistic Selector eventStatisticSelector Event Statistic Count eventStatisticCount Events Overflow eventsOverflow Event Statistic Count Reset eventStatisticCountReset Acquisition and Triggers Valid Frame Trigger ValidFrameTrigger Invalid Frame Trigger InvalidFrameTrigger Image Lost ImageLost Output Lines Pulse on: Valid Frame Trigger PulseOnValidFrameTrigger Pulse on: Rejected Frame(s) Trigger PulseOnInvalidFrameTrigger Image Transfers Transfer Queue Current Block Count...
Page 187: Sapera Tools For Networking
In general automatic IP configuration assignment (LLA/DHCP) is sufficient for most Nano installations. Please refer to the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging Package manual for information on the Teledyne DALSA Network Configuration tool and network optimization for GigE Vision cameras and devices.
Page 188: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Both 2D and 3D design drawings are available for download from the Teledyne DALSA web site http://www.teledynedalsa.com/genie-nano Mechanical Specifications — C & CS Mount: Nano models with C and CS mounts have slight variations to their body depths as detailed in the following table.
Page 189 Note: Genie Nano with C or CS Mount Technical Specifications • 187 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 190: Mechanical Specifications - Nano Xl
Mechanical Specifications — Nano XL: Note: Genie Nano XL with M42 Mount 188 • Technical Specifications Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 191: Temperature Management
Additional Notes on Genie Nano Identification and Mechanical Identification Label Genie Nano cameras have an identification label applied to the bottom side, with the following information: Model Part Number Serial number MAC ID 2D Barcode CE and FCC logo Additional Mechanical Notes Nano supports a screw lock Ethernet cable as described in Ruggedized RJ45 Ethernet Cables.
Page 192: Connectors
Note: Connect power via the I/O or PoE, not both. Although Nano has protection, differences in • ground levels may cause operational issues or electrical faults. 10-pin I/O Connector Details Teledyne DALSA makes available optional I/O cables as described in Accessories. Contact Sales for availability and pricing. Pin Number Genie Nano...
Page 193: Camera Dc Power Characteristics
Camera DC Power Characteristics DC Operating Characteristics Input Voltage +10 Volts minimum Input Power Consumption @ +12 Volt Supply 3.99 Watts typical Input Power Consumption @ +24 Volt Supply 3.96 Watts typical Input Power Consumption @ +48 Volt Supply 4.22 Watts typical Absolute Maximum DC Power Supply Range before Possible Device Failure Input Voltage –58 Volt DC...
Page 194: Input Signals Electrical Specifications
Input Signals Electrical Specifications External Inputs Block Diagram Current Input 2 (pin 7) Protection Limiter Current Input 1 (pin 5) Protection Limiter Common Ground (pin 3) External Input Details Opto-coupled with internal current limit. • Single input trigger threshold level •...
Page 195: External Input Ac Timing Characteristics
External Input AC Timing Characteristics Conditions Description Unit Input Pulse 0V – 3V Input Pulse width High µs Input Pulse width Low µs Max Frequency Input Pulse 0V – 5V Input Pulse width High µs Input Pulse width Low µs Max Frequency Input Pulse 0V -12V Input Pulse width High...
Page 196: External Inputs: Using Common Collector Npn Drivers
External Inputs: Using Common Collector NPN Drivers External Input maximum current is limited by the Nano circuits to a maximum of 10mA. • User IO Power (3V-28V) Camera IO Interface External Signal 2 External Signal 1 Imax = 10mA ( Input 2 ) Imax = 10mA ( Input 1 ) ( Common Ground )
Page 197: External Inputs: Using A Balanced Driver
External Inputs: Using a Balanced Driver Warning: Only one External Signal can be used (input 1 or input 2). • Camera IO Interface RS-422 Compatible Transmitter ( Input 2 ) ( Input 1 ) External Signal ( Common Ground ) Only one Input can be used in this configuration.
Page 198: External Output Ac Timing Characteristics
External Output AC Timing Characteristics The graphic below defines the test conditions used to measure the Nano external output AC characteristics, as detailed in the table that follows. Output Control Signal Output Common Power Control Signal 100% Output Output Load rise fall Opto-coupled Output: AC Characteristics at an internal FPGA temperature of 83C...
Page 199: External Outputs: Using External Ttl/Lvttl Drivers
External Outputs: Using External TTL/LVTTL Drivers Camera IO User IO Interface Power ( Output 2 ) Signal 2 ( Output 1 ) Signal 1 ( User IO Power ) (Pull-Down) (Pull-Down) LVTTL/TTL Buffer User IO Ground External Outputs: Using External LED Indicators Two external LEDs can be connected in the Common Cathode configuration.
Page 200 Alternatively one external LED can be connected in the Common Anode configuration. • User IO Power Camera IO Interface Set resistor (R) value to not ( Output 2 ) exceed output current of ( Output 1 ) = 30mA. Only one Output (1 or 2) can be used in this configuration.
Page 201: Using Nano Outputs To Drive Other Nano Inputs
Using Nano Outputs to drive other Nano Inputs A synchronization method where one Nano camera signals other Nano cameras. • Note: One Nano output can drive a maximum of three Nano inputs, as illustrated below. • Camera IO User IO Interface Power Do not exceed more then three...
Page 202: Computer Requirements For Nano Cameras
Computer Requirements for Nano Cameras The following information is a guide to computer and networking equipment required to support the Nano camera at maximum performance. The Nano camera series complies with the current Ipv4 Internet Protocol, therefore current Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) equipment should provide trouble free performance.
Page 203: Ethernet Switch Requirements
Nano cameras support the IEEE 802.3x pause frame flow control protocol automatically so that images from many cameras can be transmitted through the switch to the NIC efficiently, without data loss. As a working example, one such switch tested at Teledyne DALSA is the NETGEAR GS716T.
Page 204: Ec & Fcc Declarations Of Conformity
EC & FCC Declarations of Conformity Models: M/C1920, M/C1940 202 • Technical Specifications Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 205: Models: M/C2590, M/C1930, M/C1280, M/C800, M/C640
Models: M/C2590, M/C1930, M/C1280, M/C800, M/C640 Technical Specifications • 203 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 206: Models: M/C2020, M/C2050, M/C2420, M/C2450
Models: M/C2020, M/C2050, M/C2420, M/C2450 204 • Technical Specifications Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 207: Models: M/C4020, M/C4030, M/C4040, M/C4060
Models: M/C4020, M/C4030, M/C4040, M/C4060 Technical Specifications • 205 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 208: Models: M/C5100, M/C4090
Models: M/C5100, M/C4090 206 • Technical Specifications Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 209: Additional Reference Information
Additional Reference Information Choosing a Lens with the Correct Image Circle Each Nano model requires a lens with an image circle specification to fully illuminate the sensor. The following section graphically shows the minimum lens image circle for each Nano model family along with alternative lens types.
Page 210: Lens Options For Models '2450/2420' & '2050/2020
Lens Options for Models ‘2450/2420’ & ‘2050/2020’ • The following figure shows the lens image circles relative to Genie Nano models using the Sony IMX250/264 and IMX252/265 sensors, in color or monochrome versions. • A typical 2/3” lens will fully illuminate these sensors. A smaller 1/1.8” lens could be used with Models 2050/2020.
Page 211: Lens Options For Xl Models 'M/C 5100' And 'M/C 4090
Lens Options for XL Models ‘M/C 5100’ and ‘M/C 4090 • The following figure shows the lens image circles relative to Genie Nano XL models using the OnSemi Python 25K and Python 16K sensors. • These Nano XL models have a M42 screw mount where M42 lens or F-mount lens (via an adapter) need to have image circles exceeding the diameter of either of these larger sensors.
Page 212: Lens Options For Model 'C4900
Lens Options for Model ‘C4900’ • The following figure shows the lens image circles relative to Genie Nano model using the OnSemi AR1820HS sensor. 1/2.3" Lens (~7.8mm) Image Circle 1/2" Lens (~8mm) Image Circle 2/3" Lens (~11mm) Image Circle Lens Options for Models ‘M/C2590’ The following figure shows the lens image circles relative to Genie Nano models using the •...
Page 213: Lens Options For Models 'M/C1930
Lens Options for Models ‘M/C1930’ • The following figure shows the lens image circles relative to Genie Nano models using the OnSemi Python2000 sensor. • A typical 2/3” lens will fully illuminate these sensors. 1" Lens (~16mm) Image Circle 2/3" Lens (~11mm) Image Circle Lens Options for Models ‘M/C1280’...
Page 214: Lens Options For Models 'M/C800
Lens Options for Models ‘M/C800’ • The following figure shows the lens image circles relative to Genie Nano models using the OnSemi Python500 sensor. • A typical 1/3” lens will fully illuminate these sensors. 1/3" Lens (~6mm) Image Circle 1/2" Lens (~8mm) Image Circle 2/3"...
Page 215: Additional Lens Parameters (Application Specific)
Factors include the nature, speed, and spectral characteristics of objects being imaged, exposure times, light source characteristics, environmental and acquisition system specifics, and more. The Teledyne DALSA Web site, http://mv.dalsa.com/, provides an introduction to this potentially complicated issue. Click on Knowledge Center and then select Application Notes and Technology Primers.
Page 216: Light Sources
Light Sources Keep these guidelines in mind when selecting and setting up light source: LED light sources are relatively inexpensive, provide a uniform field, and longer life span • compared to other light sources. However, they also require a camera with excellent sensitivity. Halogen light sources generally provide very little blue relative to infrared light (IR).
Page 217: Back Focal Variance When Using Any Filter
The graphic below shows a sample response of a color camera with an overlay of the cut-off filter suppressing wavelengths above 650nm from reaching the camera sensor. Back Focal Variance when using any Filter Inserting a filter between a lens and sensor changes the back focal point of the lens used. A variable focus lens simply needs to be adjusted, but in the case of a fixed focus lens, the changed focal point needs correction.
Page 218 sensor surface Filter (focal plane) Focal Point with Incident Light filter is behind (from Lens) sensor surface Illustration: Change of Focal Point with inserted filter In this example when a glass filter is inserted between the lens and the camera sensor, the focal point is now about 1/3 of the filter thickness behind the sensor plane.
Page 219: Lens Modeling
Lens Modeling Any lens surrounded by air can be modeled for camera purposes using three primary points: the first and second principal points and the second focal point. The primary points for a lens should be available from the lens data sheet or from the lens manufacturer. Primed quantities denote characteristics of the image side of the lens.
Page 220: Sensor Handling Instructions
Sensor Handling Instructions This section reviews proper procedures for handling, cleaning, or storing the Genie Nano camera. Specifically the Genie Nano sensor needs to be kept clean and away from static discharge to maintain design performance. Electrostatic Discharge and the Sensor Cameras sensors containing integrated electronics are susceptible to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Page 221: Cleaning The Sensor Window
Wipe the window carefully and slowly when using these products. Ruggedized Cable Accessories Teledyne DALSA provides optional I/O cable assemblies for Genie Nano. Users wishing to build their I/O cabling by starting from available cable packages should consider these popular assemblies described below.
Page 222: Cable Assembly G3-Aioc-Blunt2M
Cable Assembly G3-AIOC-BLUNT2M 220 • Additional Reference Information Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 223 Additional Reference Information • 221 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 224: Cable Assembly G3-Aioc-Brkout2M
Cable Assembly G3-AIOC-BRKOUT2M 222 • Additional Reference Information Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 225 Additional Reference Information • 223 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 226: Components Express Right-Angle Cable Assemblies
Components Express Right-Angle Cable Assemblies These cable assemblies can be acquired directly from our partner Components Express. In such cases use the manufacturer’s part number shown on the cable assembly engineering drawing. Cable Assembly: Right-Angle I/O Bunt End 224 • Additional Reference Information Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 227: Cable Assembly: Right-Angle I/O To Euro Block
Cable Assembly: Right-Angle I/O to Euro Block Additional Reference Information • 225 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 228: Ruggedized Rj45 Ethernet Cables
Ruggedized RJ45 Ethernet Cables Components Express Inc. has available industrial RJ45 CAT6 cables that on one end have a molded shroud assembly with top/bottom thumbscrews, while the other end is a standard RJ45 (one example shown below). These cables are recommended when Nano is installed in a high vibration environment.
Page 229: Cable Assembly: Right-Angle Ethernet
Cable Assembly: Right-Angle Ethernet Additional Reference Information • 227 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 230: Right-Angle Cable-Set (Mounted)
Right-Angle Cable-Set (Mounted) Photos show the Components Express Right-Angle combo package (CC C1679-xxM) consisting of a Right-Angle Ethernet cable, Right-Angle I/O to Euro Block, and power supply (not shown). 228 • Additional Reference Information Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 231: Troubleshooting
• In multiple NIC systems where the NIC for the Nano is using LLA mode, ensure that no other NIC is in or switches to LLA mode. It is preferable that the Teledyne DALSA DHCP Troubleshooting • 229 Nano Series GigE Vision Camera...
Page 232 When using multiple cameras connected to an VLAN Ethernet switch, confirm that all • cameras are on the same subnet setup on that switch. See the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging package manual for more information. . If a Nano camera installed with other GigE Vision cameras cannot connect properly with the •...
Page 233: Verifying Network Parameters
Teledyne DALSA provides the Network Configuration tool to verify and configure network devices and the Nano network parameters. See section Network Configuration Tool of the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging manual, if there were any problems with the automatic Nano software installation.
Page 234: Power Failure During A Firmware Update-Now What
Streaming video problems range from total loss of image data to occasional loss of random video data packets. The following section describes conditions identified by Teledyne DALSA engineering while working with Nano in various computers and setups. See the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging manual for information on network optimizations.
Page 235: Grab Has Random Bad Data Or Noise
Other marginal NIC boards or ports can cause problems with packet transfers. Try alternative • NIC adapters. Review other reasons for such acquisition errors as described in the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging Module for Sapera LT manual. No camera exposure when expected Verify by using the camera in free-running mode.
Page 236: Camera Is Functional But Frame Rate Is Lower Than Expected
Verify Ethernet link speed. If the LAN connection is limited to 100 Mbps, the Genie Nano • frame rate maximum will be limited once the internal buffers are filled. See the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging manual for information on network optimizations.
Page 237: Other Problems Or Issues
Other Problems or Issues This section describes problems that do not fit any of the categories above. Typically these are issues found in the field under specific or unusual conditions. Preventing Dropped Packets by adjusting Power Options New computers using new generation CPU chips such as Intel Skylake require adjustments to the default Power Options to avoid possible dropped packets or frames.
Page 238: Minimum Sapera Version Required
Minimum Sapera Version Required Save User Configuration Failed: An unusual error that occurred with no other Nano control problem. The solution is to verify the minimum Sapera version used with the Nano Framework. The Genie Nano requires Sapera version 8.00 or later. Issues with uninstalling Cognex VisionPro with Sapera LT CamExpert When the Cognex VisionPro package is uninstalled, the Genie Nano becomes not available within CamExpert due to the Cognex uninstaller removing GigE Vision components.
Page 239: Addendums
This section provides supplemental information about alternative Nano specifications pertaining to various models. For purchasing information and lead times of optional Nano models that are not part of the typical production cycle, contact Teledyne DALSA Sales. AC Characteristics: “1 input / 3 output” Models Optional Nano models denoted by part numbers “G3-GM2…...
Page 240: Revision History
Revision History Revision Date Major Change Description R:0001 September 15, 2015 Initial release R:0002 September 17, 2015 Additional I/O technical specifications, etc. R:0003 September 18, 2015 Additional information on optional accessories, etc. R:0004 September 23, 2015 Added “EC & FCC Declaration of Conformity” (models M/C1920 & M/C1940), etc. R:0005 October 1, 2015 Correction to S/N spec.
Page 241: Contact Information
Sales Information Visit our web site: www.teledynedalsa.com/mv Email: mailto:info@teledynedalsa.com Canadian Sales Teledyne DALSA — Head office Teledyne DALSA — Montreal office 605 McMurray Road 880 Rue McCaffrey Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, N2V 2E9 Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada, H4T 2C7 Tel: 519 886 6000...
Page 242 cycling timing, 121 Index debounce circuit, 85 defective pixel map file, 105 development platform, 16 device discovery, 56 DHCP, 51 diagnostic LED, 48 10-pin connector, 190 Dust problems, 218 3 output models, 237 effective focal length, 217 electrostatic discharge, 52 embedded processing, 104 ESD, 218 AC Timing Characteristics, 193, 196...
Page 243 Metadata, 147 Metadata controls, 147 halogen light sources, 214 Modulation Transfer Function, 42 HD video format, 207 MTBF, 21 heat management, 189 Multiple ROI, 139 heat transfer, 189 high EMI, 232 high frame rate, 130 horizontal and vertical binning, 145 Nano connectors, 49 horizontal crop, 139 Nano rear view, 49...
Page 244 SapLut file, 104 Saturation, 110, 112 XML device file, 16 screw locks, 190 secure Ethernet cable, 226 secured Ethernet cable, 232 sensor cleaning, 219 sensor controls, 65 Sensor gain, 69 sensor integration period, 72 sensor tolerance, 189 signal debounce circuit, 85 Software Platforms, 16 software triggers, 84 Sony Pregius, 8...

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