Dalsa ML-FM-16K07A Manual page 14

CX4 AOC (ML-HM Cameras)
For the ML-HM camera models, the Camera Link HS CX4 AOC (Active Optical Cable) cables are
made to handle very high data rates. These cables accept the same electrical inputs as traditional
copper cables, but also use optical fibers. AOC uses electrical-to-optical conversion on the cable
ends to improve speed and distance performance of the cable without sacrificing compatibility with
standard electrical interfaces.
Camera Link HS cables can be bought from an OEM. OEM cables are also available for applications
where flexing is present.
Please refer to Teledyne DALSA's website (www.teledynedalsa.com) for a list of recommended
cable vendors and for part numbers.
Each data cable is used for sending image data to and accepting command data from the frame
grabber. Command data includes GenICam compliant messages, trigger timing and general
purpose I/O, such as direction control.
Note: data transmits at 10 Gbps which limits the effective distance of copper-based
cables.
14 • Linea ML Multiline Monochrome / HDR CMOS Cameras