THORLABS 8051 User Manual
THORLABS 8051 User Manual

THORLABS 8051 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Scientific-Grade Digital Camera User Guide For Models 8051, 4070, 1501, and 340...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Table of Contents Warning Symbol Definitions ..................... 1 Chapter 1 Safety........................... 2 Chapter 2 2.1. Precautions ........................2 2.2. Product Care ......................... 3 2.2.1. Service ..........................3 2.2.2. Accessories and Customization .................... 3 Description ......................... 4 Chapter 3 3.1.
  • Page 3 Scientific Grade Digital Camera 6.1. CCD Specifications ..................... 28 6.2. Responsivity ....................... 28 6.3. Imaging Specifications ....................28 6.4. Example Frame Rates ....................29 8051C Specifications ....................... 30 Chapter 7 7.1. Color CCD Specifications ..................30 7.2. Responsivity ....................... 30 7.3.
  • Page 4 Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 14 Mechanical Drawings ...................... 43 14.1. 8051/4070/1501-GE-TE ....................43 14.2. 8051/4070/1501/340-GE....................43 14.3. 8051/4070/1501-CL-TE ....................44 14.4. 8051/4070/1501/340-CL ....................44 14.5. 8051/4070/1501-USB-TE ..................... 45 14.6. 8051/4070/1501/340-USB .................... 45 14.7. Switching Power Supply .................... 46 Chapter 15 Troubleshooting .......................
  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Warning Symbol Definitions

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 1: Warning Symbol Definitions Warning Symbol Definitions Chapter 1 Below is a list of warning symbols you may encounter in this manual or on your device. Symbol Description Direct Current Alternating Current Both Direct and Alternating Current Earth Ground Terminal Protective Conductor Terminal Frame or Chassis Terminal...
  • Page 6: Chapter 2 Safety

    Opening the device will void your warranty. Any modification or servicing of this system by unqualified personnel renders Thorlabs free of any liability. This device can only be returned when packed into the complete original packaging, including all foam packing inserts. If necessary, ask for replacement packaging.
  • Page 7: Product Care

    Although the system is easily adapted for custom interfaces, to achieve the listed specifications, this system should only be used with accessories provided by Thorlabs. Any modification or servicing by unqualified personnel renders the warranty null and void, leaving Thorlabs free of liability. Please contact Thorlabs for questions on customization.
  • Page 8: Chapter 3 Description

    (Gigabit Ethernet (-GE), Camera Link (-CL), or USB 3.0 (-USB)) and whether or not a thermoelectric cooler is used (-TE for 8051, 4070, and 1501 only). Color sensors are available in the 8051C, 4070C, and 1501C models as well.
  • Page 9: Supplied Equipment

     Auxiliary I/O Patch cable – The auxiliary connector on the camera allows the user to access optional camera control and internal status signals (see section 4.7). Order Thorlabs 8050-CAB1 and TSI-IOBOB or TSI-IOBOB2. ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 5...
  • Page 10: Chapter 4 Setup & Installation

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 4: Setup & Installation Setup & Installation Chapter 4 4.1. Pre-Installation Before proceeding with installation of hardware or software, please identify whether your camera interface is Camera Link, Gigabit Ethernet (GigE), or USB 3.0. 4.1.1. Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) System If you purchased a Gigabit Ethernet camera, an Intel PCIe adapter card is provided for use on desktop computer systems.
  • Page 11: Installing The Software

    4.2. Installing the Software The Thorlabs camera software runs on Windows 7, 8.1, and 10 operating systems ONLY. 4.2.1. Load the Distribution Disk A CD or DVD disk can be found with the camera. Load the disk into the CD/DVD drive on the computer you wish to operate the camera and software.
  • Page 12 Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 4: Setup & Installation Click Next to proceed with the driver installation. Depending on your PC’s configuration and the drivers you selected, you might encounter the additional Windows security dialogs below. Be sure to click “install” to complete the operation, otherwise the installer will “roll back”...
  • Page 13 Once setup is complete, you may now proceed to the next section that will describe how to connect and power on your camera. When the camera is connected and powered up, you can navigate to the ThorCam Imaging Software as shown below “Start”→”All Programs”→”ThorIabs” →”Scientific Imaging ”→”ThorCam” Figure 2 Thorlabs Installed Items ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 9...
  • Page 14: Installing 3 Rd Party Software Applications

    To use the MATLAB and LabVIEW interfaces, extract from the Zip file and place in the appropriate directory on your system. Special note for users of Micro-manager software: support for Thorlabs scientific cameras is included when you run versions 1.4.14 and later. If you wish to download or update your Micro-Manager software, please visit https://micro-manager.org/wiki/Micro-Manager_Open_Source_Microscopy_Software...
  • Page 15: Connecting The Camera

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 4: Setup & Installation 4.3. Connecting the Camera To connect the camera, follow the steps and refer to the diagram below. 1. With the power supply turned off, connect the power supply to the “POWER” connector on the back of the camera.
  • Page 16 Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 4: Setup & Installation If you are utilizing a Camera Link Cable: Connect one end of the Camera Link cable into the port labeled “CL 0”. Connect the other end into the port labeled “0” of the EDT VisionLink F4 Camera Link card, installed in the computer.
  • Page 17: Configuring Your Gigabit Ethernet Adaptor For Best Performance

    Ethernet Driver installation tool from the Start Menu illustrated in Figure 2. When launched, the following diagram will appear Note that USB3 Vision is not installed, even if you have a Thorlabs USB 3.0 camera, as Thorlabs cameras use a separate USB 3.0 driver. Do not install the USB3 Vision driver.
  • Page 18 Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 4: Setup & Installation ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 14...
  • Page 19: Multiple Camera Operation

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 4: Setup & Installation 4.3.2. Multiple Camera Operation If multiple camera operation is required, it is recommended that a Gigabit Ethernet switch topology be setup, as shown below. When multiple cameras are connected and powered on, they will be visible in the Image Detector dropdown of Hardware Setup panel.
  • Page 20: Optical And Mechanical Mounting Considerations

    For the best results, the use of a C-Mount lens that matches the optical format of the 4/3” (22mm) imaging area is recommended. For more information on Thorlabs C-Mount lenses, please visit www.thorlabs.com C-mount lenses are specified with a flange focal distance of 17.5 mm. However, there can be considerable variation in the flange focal distance among commercially available lenses.
  • Page 21: Using The Camera With A Cage System

    Four 1/4”-20 tapped holes are provided, one on each side of the housing. These may be used with tripods, or other optical mounting devices. These 1/4”-20 tapped holes are compatible with Thorlabs 1/2” posts. For more information on Thorlabs Ø1/2" posts, please visit www.thorlabs.com.
  • Page 22: Optical Front End

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 4: Setup & Installation 4.5. Optical Front End The images below show the components located on the front end of the camera. Figure 11 Exploded View of Optical and Mechanical Components Figure 12 Optical and Mechanical Sub-Assemblies C-Mount Adapter and Lock Nut Filter Retaining...
  • Page 23: Description Of Components

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 4: Setup & Installation Figure 14 Reverse View of IR Filter Sub-Assembly. Shows the Lens Cap Used as a Tool for Installing and Removing the Filters 4.5.1. Description of Components  C-Mount Adapter: Allows the camera to be optically coupled with standard C-mount optics, including lenses and microscope adapters.
  • Page 24: Optical Front End Procedures

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 4: Setup & Installation 4.6. Optical Front End Procedures 4.6.1. Removing the C-mount Lock Ring Assembly Removal of the C-mount lock lens ring is not required for normal operation. It is required if users wish to remove, replace, or clean the installed filter.
  • Page 25: Filter Removal And Replacement Procedure

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 4: Setup & Installation 4.6.2. Filter Removal and Replacement Procedure TSI cameras are typically provided with an IR-blocking filter installed. The CCD has responsivity into the Near Infrared (for more details refer to specifications sections near the end of this document). If near-infrared sensitivity is desired, the IR-blocking filter should not be installed.
  • Page 26: Re-Assembly Of The C-Mount Lock Ring And Flange Focus Adjustment

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 4: Setup & Installation 4.6.3. Re-assembly of the C-mount Lock Ring and Flange Focus Adjustment 1. Install C-mount ring adapter into the front side of the camera as shown in Figure 18. Do NOT tighten or lock. 2.
  • Page 27: Auxiliary Connector

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 4: Setup & Installation 4.7. Auxiliary Connector The auxiliary connector on the camera allows the user to access optional camera control and internal status signals. 4.7.1. Pin Descriptions Pin Descriptions Pin # Signal Reserved Reserved Reserved STROBE_OUT TRIGGER_IN...
  • Page 28: Auxiliary I/O Cable Requirements

    FCC compliance. The mating connector for the rear panel connector is HIROSE HR10-10P-12P (73). A 10 foot long (3m) auxiliary I/O cable and interconnect break-out board are available from Thorlabs allowing access to some of the I/O control functions (Trigger_In, Trigger_Out, LVAL_Out, FVAL_Out, and Strobe_Out).
  • Page 29: Chapter 5 Operation

    Operation Chapter 5 The 8051/4070/1501/340-series cameras can be operated using the ThorCam and ThorImageLS (Offered separately by Thorlabs Imaging Systems). For more details on using ThorCam and ThorImageLS features, please consult the ThorCam and ThorImageLS User Manuals. 5.1. Starting the Camera With the camera software installed and the camera connected as instructed, turn on the camera power supply.
  • Page 30: Camera Timing Diagrams

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 5: Operation 5.2. Camera Timing Diagrams Figure 20 Timing Diagram – Standard, Frames per Trigger = 0 or > 1 Timing Diagram – Standard, Frames per Trigger = 1 Figure 21 ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 26...
  • Page 31 Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 5: Operation Timing Diagram – Bulb Mode Figure 22 ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 27...
  • Page 32: Chapter 6 8051M Specifications

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 6: 8051M Specifications 8051M Specifications Chapter 6 6.1. CCD Specifications CCD Specifications CCD Manufacturer and Item Number On Semi KAI-08051-AXA-JD-BA Number of Active Pixels 3296 (H) x 2472 (V) 5.5 m X 5.5 m Pixel Size 4/3”...
  • Page 33: Example Frame Rates

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 6: 8051M Specifications 6.4. Example Frame Rates One Tap Two Tap Four Tap Example Frame Rates @ 40 MHz 1 ms Exposure Time 20 MHz Full Sensor (3296 x 2472) 2.3 fps 4.5 fps 4.4 fps 8.5 fps 8.8 fps 17.1 fps...
  • Page 34: Chapter 7 8051C Specifications

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 7: 8051C Specifications 8051C Specifications Chapter 7 7.1. Color CCD Specifications CCD Specifications CCD Manufacturer and Item Number On Semi KAI-08051-FXA-JD-BA Number of Active Pixels 3296 (H) x 2472 (V) 5.5 m X 5.5 m Pixel Size 4/3”...
  • Page 35: Example Frame Rates

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 7: 8051C Specifications 7.4. Example Frame Rates One Tap Two Tap Four Tap Example Frame Rates @ 40 MHz 1 ms Exposure Time 20 MHz Full Sensor (3296 x 2472) 2.3 fps 4.5 fps 4.4 fps 8.5 fps 8.8 fps 17.1 fps...
  • Page 36: Chapter 8 4070M Specifications

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 8: 4070M Specifications 4070M Specifications Chapter 8 8.1. CCD Specifications CCD Specifications CCD Manufacturer and Item Number On Semi KAI-04070M Number of Active Pixels 2048 (H) x 2048 (V) 7.4 m X 7.4 m Pixel Size 4/3”...
  • Page 37: Example Frame Rates

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 8: 4070M Specifications 8.4. Example Frame Rates Example Frame Rates One Tap Two Tap Four Tap 1 ms Exposure Time 20 MHz 40 MHz 20 MHz 40 MHz 20 MHz 40 MHz Full Sensor (2048 x 2048) 4.1 fps 7.7 fps 7.4 fps...
  • Page 38: Chapter 9 4070C Specifications

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 9: 4070C Specifications 4070C Specifications Chapter 9 9.1. Color CCD Specifications CCD Specifications CCD Manufacturer and Item Number On Semi KAI-04070-FBA Number of Active Pixels 2048 (H) x 2048 (V) 7.4 m X 7.4 m Pixel Size 4/3”...
  • Page 39: Example Frame Rates

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 9: 4070C Specifications 9.4. Example Frame Rates Example Frame Rates One Tap Two Tap Four Tap 1 ms Exposure Time 20 MHz 40 MHz 20 MHz 40 MHz 20 MHz 40 MHz Full Sensor (2048 x 2048) 4.1 fps 7.7 fps 7.4 fps...
  • Page 40: Chapter 10 340M Specifications

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 10: 340M Specifications Chapter 10 340M Specifications 10.1. CCD Specifications CCD Specifications CCD Manufacturer and Item Number On Semi/Truesense KAI-0340 Number of Active Pixels 640 (H) x 480 (V) 7.4 m X 7.4 m Pixel Size 1/3”...
  • Page 41: Imaging Specifications

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 10: 340M Specifications 10.3. Imaging Specifications Imaging Specifications Exposure Time 0 to 1000 seconds in 1 ms increments* CCD Pixel Clock Speed 20 MHz or 40 MHz -GE 14 bits (1-Tap) / 12 bits (2-Tap) ADC Resolution 14 bits (1-Tap, 2-Tap) -USB 14 bits (1-Tap, 2-Tap)
  • Page 42: Chapter 11 1501M Specifications

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 11: 1501M Specifications Chapter 11 1501M Specifications 11.1. CCD Specifications CCD Specifications CCD Manufacturer and Item Number Sony ICX285AL Number of Active Pixels 1392 (H) x 1040 (V) 6.45 m X 6.45 m Pixel Size 2/3”...
  • Page 43: Imaging Specifications

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 11: 1501M Specifications 11.3. Imaging Specifications Imaging Specifications Exposure Time 0 to 1000 seconds in 1 ms increments* CCD Pixel Clock Speed 20 MHz or 40 MHz ADC Resolution 14 bits (All I/O Types) ADC Gain 0 to 1023 counts Optical Black Clamp 0 to 1023 counts...
  • Page 44: Chapter 12 1501C Specifications

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 12: 1501C Specifications Chapter 12 1501C Specifications 12.1. Color CCD Specifications CCD Specifications CCD Manufacturer and Item Number Sony ICX285AQ Number of Active Pixels 1392 (H) x 1040 (V) 6.45 m X 6.45 m Pixel Size 2/3”...
  • Page 45: Example Frame Rates

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 12: 1501C Specifications 12.4. Example Frame Rates Example Frame Rates @ 20 MHz 40 MHz 1 ms Exposure Time Full Sensor (1392 x 1040) 12 fps 23 fps Full Sensor, Bin by 2 (696 x 520) 23 fps 41 fps Full Sensor, Bin by 10 (139 x 104)
  • Page 46: Chapter 13 Ir Blocking Filter

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 13: IR Blocking Filter Chapter 13 IR Blocking Filter Figure 23 IR Blocking Filter Dimensions FESH0700 Figure 24 IR Blocking Filter Transmission Curve FESH0700 ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 42...
  • Page 47: Chapter 14 Mechanical Drawings

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 14: Mechanical Drawings Chapter 14 Mechanical Drawings 14.1. 8051/4070/1501-GE-TE 14.2. 8051/4070/1501/340-GE ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 43...
  • Page 48: 8051/4070/1501-Cl-Te

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 14: Mechanical Drawings 14.3. 8051/4070/1501-CL-TE 14.4. 8051/4070/1501/340-CL ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 44...
  • Page 49: 8051/4070/1501-Usb-Te

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 14: Mechanical Drawings 14.5. 8051/4070/1501-USB-TE 14.6. 8051/4070/1501/340-USB ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 45...
  • Page 50: Switching Power Supply

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 14: Mechanical Drawings 14.7. Switching Power Supply ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 46...
  • Page 51: Chapter 15 Troubleshooting

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 15: Troubleshooting Chapter 15 Troubleshooting 15.1. Interface Problem Symptoms Possible Cause Remedy 1. Power supply not  1. Plug in power supply to outlet No power to connected camera  Green light on Camera does not power supply acquire image 2.
  • Page 52: Optical

    Camera is not in software 2. Enable TE-cooling in software not feel warm at warm or feels cold (8051/4070/1501-xx-TE (8051/4070/1501-xx-TE models only) to the touch models only) 3. Camera was dropped or otherwise subjected to 3. Contact customer service unusual mechanical force 1.
  • Page 53: Software

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 15: Troubleshooting 15.4. Software Problem Symptoms Possible Cause Remedy 1. Make sure power supply is switched 1. Power not on 2. Make sure the power and signal 2. Not plugged in cables are connected  3.
  • Page 54: Chapter 16 Maintenance

    Doing so will void the warranty. If it is suspected that the seal has been broken or if the window breaks, call your local Thorlabs office or distributor. Do not apply power to the camera. Moisture will have been introduced into the chamber, and cooling in the presence of moisture will cause condensation and frost on the CCD, which can damage the entire cooling unit and/or CCD.
  • Page 55: Cleaning The Infrared Filter (Standard And Te-Cooled Cameras)

    Re-examine once again and repeat the process once, if necessary. If contamination continues to be a problem, please call Thorlabs for assistance. CAUTION Ethyl and isopropyl alcohols are highly flammable! Do not use near extreme heat, arcing electrical equipment (such as space heaters) or open flame! Use only with proper ventilation.
  • Page 56: Chapter 17 Regulatory

    17.1. Waste Treatment is Your Own Responsibility If you do not return an “end of life” unit to Thorlabs, you must hand it to a company specialized in waste recovery. Do not dispose of the unit in a litter bin or at a public waste disposal site.
  • Page 57: Certifications And Compliance - Ce Declaration Of Conformity

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 17: Regulatory 17.3. Certifications and Compliance – CE Declaration of Conformity ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 53...
  • Page 58 Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 17: Regulatory ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 54...
  • Page 59 Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 17: Regulatory ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 55...
  • Page 60 Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 17: Regulatory ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 56...
  • Page 61: Fcc Statement

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 17: Regulatory 17.4. FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 62: Chapter 18 Warranty

    Chapter 18 Warranty 18.1. General Product Warranty Thorlabs warrants that all products sold will be free from defects in material and workmanship, and will conform to the published specifications under normal use, when correctly installed and maintained. 18.2. Specific Warranties 18.2.1.
  • Page 63: Chapter 19 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts

    Scientific Grade Digital Camera Chapter 19: Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts Chapter 19 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts www.thorlabs.com/contact For technical support or sales inquiries, please visit us at for our most up-to- date contact information. ITN000081-D02 Rev. R 07/23/2018 Page 59...
  • Page 64 www.thorlabs.com...

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