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Summary of Contents for Raptor Photonics Eagle XV Series
- Page 1 Eagle XV Models: EA4240XV-BN-CL, EA4240XV-BNDD-CL, EA4710XV-BN-CL, EA4710XV-BNDD-CL USER MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION ......................4 1.1 Scope .......................... 4 2. SPECIFICATION ......................5 2.1 Camera Specification ....................5 2.2 Specification Table ...................... 5 3. DESIGN OVERVIEW ......................6 3.1 Mechanical Model ......................6 3.2 Physical Interface ......................8 3.3 Input Power to Power Supply Module ................9 3.4 Power Consumption .................... - Page 3 8.1 Computer/Laptop System Requirements ..............18 8.2 Frame Grabber Requirements ................... 18 8.3 Downloading and Installing XCAP ................18 8.4 Opening the Camera Configuration ................18 8.5 Acquiring a Live Image Sequence ................20 9. CONTROLLING THE CAMERA (XCAP) ................ 21 9.1 Gain and Exposure Time ...................
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Page 4: Introduction
This document provides detailed instructions for the operation of the Eagle XV, liquid cooled, Scientific X-ray CCD camera. Raptor Photonics Ltd. reserves the right to change this document at any time without notice and disclaims liability for editorial, pictorial, or typographical errors. -
Page 5: Specification
The Camera Link digital interface provides the most stable platform for data transfer and the camera will work with any Camera Link standard frame grabber. 2.2 Specification Table For the full specification of the Eagle XV, the datasheet for the camera can be downloaded from the Raptor Photonics website using the link below: https://www.raptorphotonics.com/products/eagle-xv/... -
Page 6: Design Overview
3. DESIGN OVERVIEW 3.1 Mechanical Model Power supply weight = 1.5kg Units shown in: [inches] mm Figure 2: Solid Works Model – Basic 2D mechanical dimensions of the camera. PDF of the 2D mechanical model available from our website: www.raptorphotonics.com... - Page 7 Power supply weight = 0.5kg Units shown in: [inches] mm Figure 3: Solid Works Model – basic dimensions of the power supply module.
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Page 8: Physical Interface
3.2 Physical Interface Feature Description Coolant inlet/outlet (non-valved) Swagelok compression fitting for ¼” O.D. pipe 1, 2 TTL Trigger output, 50ohm SMA (Exposure) TTL Trigger output, 50ohm SMA (Readout) Camera link connector (Base) MDR, 3M P/N 10226-6212PC Label recess, (Model Number. Serial Number) TTL Trigger input, 50ohm SMA (Trigger In) Camera power connector, Fischer P/N DPB 104 Z092-139 (mating cable supplied) -
Page 9: Input Power To Power Supply Module
3.3 Input Power to Power Supply Module 12VDC power is delivered to the power supply module via a 2 way LEMO socket, P/N EGG.2B.302.CLL. The corresponding plug connector is P/N FGG.2B.302.CLAD92 (for normal entry version) or P/N FHG.2B.302.CLAD62 (for right angled version). The pin out of the connector is detailed in the table below. -
Page 10: Vacuum Environment And Precautions
5. VACUUM ENVIRONMENT AND PRECAUTIONS This section outlines information regarding using the camera in a vacuum environment and highlights important precautions to be aware of. 5.1 CCD Sensor Precautions and Camera Storage The camera is supplied with a temporary plate attached in front of the sensor for protection during transit. -
Page 11: Vacuum Pressure
5.3 Vacuum Pressure It is recommended that the local pressure around the sensor is <5x10 mbar (<3.75x10 torr) to achieve maximum cooling. Many pressure gauges emit radiation which can be detected by the CCD sensor, if this background signal is affecting your data acquisition it may be necessary to switch off the pressure gauge, once you are satisfied that steady state conditions have been achieved. -
Page 12: Camera & Chiller Setup
5. CAMERA & CHILLER SETUP This section discusses setting up the camera for operation, including connecting the coolant pipes, along with a description of all feedthrough parts. The use of liquid cooling is also discussed, as well as stating important precautions when using the camera. 5.1 Liquid Cooling This section discusses setting up the liquid cooling, as well as using the Thermotek chiller, if purchased from Raptor. -
Page 13: Connecting The Camera And Chiller
5.2.2 Connecting the Camera and Chiller Raptor uses a Chiller from Thermotek, the T257P Precision Chiller. For the datasheet and full user manual from Thermotek, please contact Raptor and we can provide this. The manual should be included with the chiller, however. The instructions to set up the chiller are as follows: 1. -
Page 14: Feedthroughs
6. FEEDTHROUGHS This section will give information on the feedthroughs used for the camera interface connections. 6.1 Power Feedthrough The power feedthrough, shown in Figure 6, connects the power supply module (at atmospheric pressure) to the camera head (in vacuum). The power feedthrough, shown in Figure 6, requires a Ø15.1mm through hole with a maximum wall thickness of 21mm. - Page 15 The recommended cut-out is 65mm x 26mm as shown in Figure 8. The bulkhead flange must be secured using 4-off screws at the corners, also indicated in Figure 8. Figure 8: Dimensions and cut-out for Camera Link Feedthrough Flange.
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Page 16: Trigger Feedthrough (Optional Item)
Coolant connections to the Swagelok fittings on the camera head can be made using ¼” OD pipe and a feedthrough flange, such as that shown in Figure 10. Contact Raptor Photonics Ltd. to discuss flange size and format options. Ensure that no torque is transferred to the mounting flange to pipe joints when tightening the Swagelok connections. -
Page 17: Software Compatibility
7. SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY This section outlines the options relating to software that are available for the Eagle XV. 7.1 XCAP Compatibility Raptor works closely with EPIX who integrate all of the Raptor camera models into their XCAP Imaging Software package. XCAP is the core plug and play software package that is offered with Raptor cameras. -
Page 18: Xcap Imaging Software
8. XCAP IMAGING SOFTWARE This section will discuss downloading and acquiring an image using XCAP, as well as stating system and frame grabber requirements. 8.1 Computer/Laptop System Requirements The basic requirement is that the PCIe bus of the system must provide sufficient bandwidth to handle video rate transfers. - Page 19 Click on “Camera & Format” that is highlighted in Figure 2 and a “PIXCI Open Camera & Format” box will appear, as shown in Figure 12. Figure 12: PIXCI Open Camera & Format. Using the dropdown menu highlighted, search for “Eagle XV”. You will see the configuration for “Eagle XO &...
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Page 20: Acquiring A Live Image Sequence
8.5 Acquiring a Live Image Sequence There are two things to observe in the control panel that inform you that the camera is connected and ready to image. The serial connect checkbox must be ticked in the control panel. This informs you that you have established a serial connection with the camera and can control the camera. -
Page 21: Controlling The Camera (Xcap)
9. CONTROLLING THE CAMERA (XCAP) The sections below will give information on using each control of the Eagle XV, giving a description on how to use each control parameter and their effect on the camera’s performance. The software used to illustrate the camera controls is XCAP. 9.1 Gain and Exposure Time The gain and exposure can be controlled in the "Gain”... -
Page 22: Shutter Control
9.2 Shutter Control The Eagle XV cameras are not supplied with a shutter. However, provision for shutter control is still present and can be configured. By default, the shutter is in the closed position. It can be programmed to be: •... -
Page 23: Trigger Control
9.3 Trigger Control The trigger mode can be controlled from the “trigger” tab in the GUI. The three trigger mode options are listed and described below. The pixel clock speed and readout mode options are also stated. All these controls can be seen from Figure 17. 9.3.1 Live ITR (Integrate then Read) In this mode, the camera uses an internal trigger to start the integration and readout of the sensor. -
Page 24: Readout Mode
9.3.6 Readout Mode The user also has the option to toggle the Readout Mode from the dropdown box. For all readout modes of the camera, a test pattern image may be read from the camera instead of CCD data. The test image will consist of a fixed ramp pattern that will start with a value of 0 on the first pixel read from the camera and increment by one for each subsequent pixel read from the camera. -
Page 25: Region Of Interest (Roi) And Binning
9.4 Region of Interest (ROI) and Binning The ROI and binning controls are found in the “AOI” tab (Area of Interest) on the XCAP GUI. ROI: A region of interest within the main active region of 2048 × 2048 may be defined (or 1024 x 1024 if using the 47-10 model). -
Page 26: Thermoelectric Cooling (Tec)
9.5 Thermoelectric Cooling (TEC) The “TEC” tab gives the user control over the cooling of the camera sensor. By default, the TEC will be disabled. When the TEC is enabled, the Eagle XV can cool to -80 ͦ C with liquid cooling. -
Page 27: Information Tab (Manufactures Data)
9.6 Information Tab (Manufactures Data) The “Info” tab displays information about the camera such as the manufactures data: FPGA & Micro Version: The current firmware version of the camera is displayed. Serial Number: States the serial number of the camera. Build Date &... -
Page 28: Xcap Control Features
10. XCAP CONTROL FEATURES XCAP has many different control functions and analytical tools that can be used when imaging the camera. For the full XCAP user guide, please refer to the link below: http://www.epixinc.com/manuals/pixci_eb1/index.htm This section will discuss in detail a few features on XCAP that Raptor thinks would be of immediate use when using the camera. -
Page 29: Saving Preset Settings
10.2 Saving Preset Settings Different camera and frame grabber settings can be saved in the “Preset” tab under the PIXCI (relevant frame grabber model number) section of the GUI, as shown in Figure 22. Up to three different presets can be saved per settings file. If the camera is set to a desired state outside of the default state, clicking “Save 1”... -
Page 30: Contrast Modification (Xcap Std. Only)
10.3 Contrast Modification (XCAP Std. Only) The image contrast can be modified from the “Contrast Modification” section under the “Modify” tab in the XCAP imaging window. Figure 23 shows where this setting can be found. Raptor recommends having this enabled at all times when imaging the camera. If applying ROI or binning controls, the contrast modification will have to be re-enabled each time. - Page 31 CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS Raptor Photonics LTD Willowbank Business Park Larne, Co Antrim BT40 2SF Northern Ireland PH: +44 2828 270141 www.raptorphotonics.com...
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