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X-Series Science Camera
User's Manual
Document Number: 4221772
Version: H
Issue Date: October 31, 2023
Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data
WARNING - This document contains technology subject to the Export Administration Regulations
(EAR) (15 C.F.R. Sections 730- 774). Export or diversion contrary to law is prohibited. (EAR99)

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  • Page 1 X-Series Science Camera User’s Manual Document Number: 4221772 Version: H Issue Date: October 31, 2023 Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data WARNING - This document contains technology subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 C.F.R. Sections 730- 774). Export or diversion contrary to law is prohibited. (EAR99)
  • Page 2 FLIR Systems, Inc. 9 Townsend West, Nashua, NH 03063 Support: 1-800-GO-INFRA (800-464-6372) http://flir.custhelp.com Service: 1-866-FLIR-911 www.flir.com ©2022 FLIR Systems, Inc. Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data X-Series User’s Manual WARNING – EAR Controlled Technology (EAR99)

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents REVISION HISTORY ............................6 INTRODUCTION ............................. 7 Camera System Components ..................7 Camera Models ....................... 8 System Overview......................10 Key features of the X-Series science cameras .............. 10 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ........................14 INSTALLATION ............................15 Basic Connections ......................15 X-SERIES CAMERA CONTROLLER ......................
  • Page 4 Trigger Mode ..............................43 Sync Options ..............................46 Sync Out 48 5.4.3 Filter Wheel Settings ........................49 5.4.4 Flag Settings ..........................51 Correction Page ......................52 5.5.1 NUC Information ......................... 54 5.5.2 Manage NUCs ..........................55 5.5.3 Load NUC Options ........................56 5.5.4 Performing a NUC ........................
  • Page 5 6.2.7 HDMI Video ..........................91 6.2.8 Power Interface .......................... 92 6.2.9 Camera Link Video Output ......................92 ® 6.2.10 Auxiliary Connector/Breakout Cable ..................93 6.2.11 Record Trigger ..........................95 6.2.12 CoaXPress (CXP) Video Output [all except X6800] ..............95 6.2.13 Sync In ............................96 6.2.14 SDI Video [all except X6800] ......................

  • Page 6: Revision History

    1 – Revision History 1 Revision History Version Date Initials Changes 07/09/2019 Initial Release 01/06/2020 Correction to Aux cable pinout, 1308 gain states 12/17/2020 Updated with FRS Screenshots 09/13/2021 Added cables to camera system components list Added info regarding RS-232 interface. Updated export 11/10/2021 markings.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    2 – Introduction 2 Introduction Thank you for choosing a FLIR X-series science camera! The X-series cameras are some of the fastest commercial infrared cameras in the world, and they were designed with the high-end infrared camera user in mind.

  • Page 8: Camera Models

    The X6800-series cameras are a slower, less expensive version of the X69XX-series series. The X69XX-series cameras are 640x512 cameras built for very high frame rates. The X85XX-series cameras have an HD 1280x1024 focal plane array. Model Description FLIR Part Number • f/2.5 X6800sc 29420-200 •...
  • Page 9 2 – Introduction Model Description FLIR Part Number • f/4.1 • Manual or Motorized lenses X6982 29267-282 Broadband (InSb: 1.5-5um response) • 29421-282 Broadband (SLS: 3-12μm passband)* • f/4.1 • Manual or Motorized lenses • X6983 29267-283 InSb: 3-5μm response •...

  • Page 10: System Overview

    2 – Introduction 2.3 System Overview The X-Series infrared camera systems have been developed by FLIR to meet the needs of the research, industrial and range phenomenology communities. The X85xx camera makes use of FLIR’s advanced ISC1308 readout integrated circuit (ROIC), mated to an Indium Antimonide (InSb) detector to cover the shortwave and midwave infrared bands and a Type II Strained-Layer Superlattice (SLS) for longwave IR operation.
  • Page 11 2 – Introduction Presets Up to four presets and their associated parameters such as integration time, frame rate, window size and window location are available for instant selection with a single command. These presets can be used in either Superframing or Preset Sequencing modes. Factory Calibrations Most variants of the X-Series cameras can be purchased with radiometric calibrations that are performed in the calibration laboratory in Niceville, Florida using NIST-traceable calibration...
  • Page 12 2 – Introduction The X68xx camera supports: ▫ Gigabit Ethernet port (GenICam) ▫ Camera Link® serial port (GenCP) ▫ USB-2 port ▫ Traditional RS-232 asynchronous serial port (GenCP) Multiple Video Outputs The X69xx and X85xx cameras feature multiple independent and simultaneous video outputs: ▫...
  • Page 13 The filters can be installed by the user and the filter holders support automatic identification. Motorized Lens Interface [X6980/X8580 series only] The FLIR Precision Optics – Motorized (FPO-M) lens interface is compatible with all manual and motorized lenses in the FPO optics family. On-board recording with Solid State Drive (SSD) storage The X-Series cameras have on-board 16GB RAM buffers that can record at any supported frame rate with zero dropped frames.

  • Page 14: Warnings And Cautions

    3 – Warnings and Cautions 3 Warnings and Cautions For best results and user safety, the following warnings and precautions should be followed when handling and operating the camera. Warnings and Cautions:  Do not open the camera body for any reason. Disassembly of the camera (including removal of the cover) can cause permanent damage and will void the warranty.

  • Page 15: Installation

    4 – Installation 4 Installation 4.1 Basic Connections All connections to the X-series cameras are located on the Back Panel. Although the X69XX and X85XX cameras have a large number of connections, only a small number are required for basic operation.
  • Page 16 4 – Installation Item Category Description Power Power button. DC power connector. Plug in the AC power supply to a standard outlet. The power supply is compatible with 120V/60Hz and 240V50Hz AC power. Plug adapters can be used for different regions. Connect the DC power cable between the power supply and the power connector located on the rear panel of the X6800sc camera.
  • Page 17 4 – Installation X69XX/X85XX Rear panel Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data X-Series User’s Manual WARNING – EAR Controlled Technology (EAR99)
  • Page 18 4 – Installation Item Category Description Power Power button. DC power connector. Plug in the AC power supply to a standard outlet. The power supply is compatible with 120V/60Hz and 240V50Hz AC power. Plug adapters can be used for different regions. Connect the DC power cable between the power supply and the power connector located on the rear panel of the X-series camera.
  • Page 19 5 – X-series Camera Controller X6980/X8580 Rear Panel connections Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data X-Series User’s Manual WARNING – EAR Controlled Technology (EAR99)
  • Page 20 5 – X-series Camera Controller Item Category Description Power Power button. DC power connector. Plug in the AC power supply to a standard outlet. The power supply is compatible with 120V/60Hz and 240V50Hz AC power. Plug adapters can be used for different regions. Connect the DC power cable between the power supply and the power connector located on the rear panel of the X-series camera.

  • Page 21: Series Camera Controller

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5 X-Series Camera Controller The camera controller in FLIR Research Studio software has a top ribbon composed of a “hamburger button” and six control group tabs: Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data X-Series User’s Manual...
  • Page 22 5 – X-series Camera Controller When the camera is in Superframing mode, the total range of integration times are shown: NOTE: The X6800sc uses the same camera controller software as the X69xx. The X6800sc is missing several features found in the X69xx but the controls for these functions may still be visible in the GUI.

  • Page 23: Hamburger Button" Menu

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.1 “Hamburger Button” Menu The hamburger button is in the upper left corner of the Camera Controller window. It brings up a list of seven control options. Saves the camera state. This state will be reloaded at Save State (Name) power up.

  • Page 24: Adjust Time Controls

    5 – X-series Camera Controller Edit Filter Names Edits the names of the filters in the filter wheel. The “About” menu item shows a dialog indicating the current controller version number. If the controller is connected to a camera a list will be displayed that About shows all versions of software and firmware in the camera.

  • Page 25: Edit Filter Names

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.2 Edit Filter Names This dialog is accessed using the Edit Filter Names menu option under the “hamburger button”. This allows the user to manually edit the names of the filters associated with each Filter ID. The user can click “Reset to Default”...

  • Page 26: Setup

    5 – X-series Camera Controller still at 23 °C. This produces a radiance offset which leads to a temperature measurement error. The Tdrift compensation uses the measurements of the two temperature sensors to correct for the radiance offset in the digital image data. 5.4 Setup The Setup page allows the user to set up the camera for the desired operation.

  • Page 27: General Setup

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.4.1 General Setup The settings under the General Setup menu include loading factory calibrations, changing integration time, selecting superframing, frame rate, and FPA gain. Sequencing Mode A Preset is a combination of four parameters: Integration Time, Frame Rate, Window Size, and Window Location.
  • Page 28 5 – X-series Camera Controller Superframing is selected by pulling down the Single Preset menu to Superframing: Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data X-Series User’s Manual WARNING – EAR Controlled Technology (EAR99)
  • Page 29 5 – X-series Camera Controller Presets are selected to be included in superframing by clicking on the preset numbers to make them change to a blue circled state. The figure below shows the camera set up with all four presets active. The Video Preset is the preset used to stream HD-SDI video out of the camera.

  • Page 30: Preset Sequencing Mode

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.4.1.1.1 Preset Sequencing Mode In preset sequencing mode, the camera will cycle through each preset on a frame-by-frame basis. Clicking the Preset Sequencing radio button changes the controller display and puts the camera in Preset Sequencing mode. The controller displays the current sequence configuration. The camera will stay at each preset for a number of frames set in the Dwell column.
  • Page 31 5 – X-series Camera Controller would be needed to monitor the plume of the rocket. However, such a short integration time would not yield adequate images across the rest of the rocket body. If the integration time were increased to yield adequate images across the entire rocket, the rocket plume would saturate the detector.

  • Page 32: Superframing Mode

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.4.1.1.2 Superframing Mode Superframing is a subset of preset sequencing with dwell counts of 0 (selected) or 1 (unselected) and optimized frame rates for each preset. The user enables the checkbox for each preset they wish to include in the Superframing.
  • Page 33 5 – X-series Camera Controller NOTE: Optimized Superframing is only available when using internal frame sync. Traditional Superframing is supported in external sync mode. To achieve the fastest possible frame rates, the camera must be in Frame Sync Starts Readout (FSSR) mode. If the camera is in Frame Sync Starts Integration (FSSI) mode, the camera will be limited to ITR frame rate timing.

  • Page 34: Loading Factory Calibrations

    5 – X-series Camera Controller Loading Factory Calibrations: Each preset has a pulldown menu that shows the factory calibrations that are present in the camera. If the camera does not have any factory calibrations, then the only option will be No Factory Calibration.

  • Page 35: Changing Integration Time

    5 – X-series Camera Controller Changing Integration Time If No Factory Calibration is selected, the preset will display the integration time setting, which in this example is set to 1.6064 milliseconds. The units of integration time are always milliseconds: The user can now change the integration time. Note that this may degrade the image quality if the NUC that is loaded was done for a different integration time setting.

  • Page 36: Changing Fpa Gain

    5 – X-series Camera Controller Changing FPA Gain Some cameras have the option to change the FPA gain. This is preconfigured at the factory. For most applications we recommend not changing this setting without consultation with FLIR applications engineering. Reduce Noise There is a Reduce Noise switch which improves image quality, but it will sometimes affect the frame rate.

  • Page 37: Invert And Revert

    5 – X-series Camera Controller Common sizes can be chosen from the dropdown list or the user can enter the desired width and height directly. The box will turn red if an invalid number is entered. The user can also change the size by dragging the handles on the window indicator (green shaded box).
  • Page 38 5 – X-series Camera Controller Note: Using the invert and revert buttons change the way the image data is read out of the focal plane array, and the non-uniformity correction will be compromised. If the user needs to invert or revert the image, we recommend redoing the non-uniformity correction with the desired settings.

  • Page 39: Sync Settings

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.4.2 Sync Settings The Sync Settings menu is a complex one. There are many options to consider if the intention is to synchronize the camera with another device, and it is well worth reading this entire section carefully. Sync Source The Source options page allows the user to select the source for Syncs and Triggers.
  • Page 40 5 – X-series Camera Controller The pulldown menus show the following options: Sync Source can be Internal, External or Video. Sync Sources The frame sync is generated internally to run at the frequency Internal set by the user The frame sync is generated externally through the Sync In External connect on the camera rear chassis.

  • Page 41: Frame Sync Starts

    5 – X-series Camera Controller The Frame Sync Starts pulldown shows the following options: Integration or Readout: Frame Sync Starts The camera makes use of frame syncs and triggers to control the generation of image data. Frame syncs control the start of individual frames, whereas triggers start sequences of frames. The generation of a frame consists of two phases: integration and data readout.

  • Page 42: Frame Sync Starts Integration (Fssi)

    5 – X-series Camera Controller integration phase of the current frame occurs during the readout phase of the previous frame. In other words, ITR and IWR terms refer to whether or not the camera will overlap the data readout and integration periods.

  • Page 43: Frame Sync Starts Readout (Fssr)

    5 – X-series Camera Controller Frame Sync Frame Sync Frame Sync Frame Sync Frame 1 Integration Frame 2 Integration Frame 3 Integration Frame 4 Integration Frame 1 Data Frame 2 Data Frame 3 Data Frame Sync Starts Integration, IWR Frame Sync Starts Readout (FSSR) Upon frame sync, the camera immediately transmits the data from the previous frame.
  • Page 44 5 – X-series Camera Controller Trigger nSequences = 3 Preset 0 Preset 1 Preset 2 Preset 3 Preset 0 Preset 1 Preset 2 Preset 3 Preset 0 Preset 1 Preset 2 Preset 3 Sequence Sequence Sequence ITR Frame Process Trigger Modes In free run the camera cycles through frames/sequences Free Run continuously.
  • Page 45 5 – X-series Camera Controller The Trigger Source can be Internal, External, Software or Time: The Trigger Time can be set to activate on a very specific time as measured by the real time clock in the camera. Trigger Sources The trigger is generated internally to run at the frequency set by Internal the user (Hz).

  • Page 46: Sync Options

    5 – X-series Camera Controller Sync Options The Sync Options page allows the user to set delays, sync out reference, and polarities for the Sync and Trigger In. The delays can be set individually for each preset. Sync In Allows for the user to set a delay (µsec) for the external sync. See Delay timing diagrams below.
  • Page 47 5 – X-series Camera Controller Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data X-Series User’s Manual WARNING – EAR Controlled Technology (EAR99)

  • Page 48: Sync Out

    5 – X-series Camera Controller Sync Out The Sync Out options allow the user to set a delay for the sync out pulse as well as the sync delay reference and polarity. The Sync Out signal always has a jitter of ±1 clock (160nsec). Teledyne Confidential;...

  • Page 49: Filter Wheel Settings

    5 – X-series Camera Controller Sync Out Options Sync Out Delay Allows for the user to set a delay for the sync out on a preset basis. Sync Out Source Allows for the sync out to be referenced to the start of frame or start of integration.
  • Page 50 5 – X-series Camera Controller To load a new filter into the wheel click replace on the slot where you would like to load the filter. At this point the user will see the dialog below directing them to physically exchange the filter. Once this is complete the camera will recognize the filter place in the wheel.

  • Page 51: Flag Settings

    5 – X-series Camera Controller The filter names that are displayed in the GUI can be edited by the user using a menu accessed by the “hamburger” button: 5.4.4 Flag Settings The flag is at the ambient temperature inside the camera. It can be commanded to move into the field of view, and then be stowed.

  • Page 52: Correction Page

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.5 Correction Page The Correction Tab contains all the controls needed to manage the on-camera NUCs. On-camera NUCs are stored in two types of memory: RAM memory. This type of memory is used to store NUCs that will be applied to live image data. There is enough RAM memory for one NUC to be loaded for each Preset.
  • Page 53 5 – X-series Camera Controller NUC Controls NUC Info. Displays camera parameters and statistics related to the selected NUC Perform NUC. Starts the NUC Wizard. Updates the current NUC to flash memory Load a NUC from flash to RAM memory. Unload NUC from RAM memory.

  • Page 54: Nuc Information

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.5.1 NUC Information button brings up a list of camera parameters that are saved as part of the NUC as well as bad pixel statistics. Note that there is a scroll bar that can be used to see the whole list. The Save button allows the user to dump this list to a text file: Teledyne Confidential;...

  • Page 55: Manage Nucs

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.5.2 Manage NUCs This dialog box allows the user to manage NUCs stored in non-volatile flash memory. Changes here will persist through a camera power cycle. For example, if you rename a NUC here and do not update the NUC loaded into RAM and the camera state, the camera will not be able to reload the NUC after a power cycle.

  • Page 56: Load Nuc Options

    Unless a new state is saved, these override settings will not be remembered after a power cycle. FLIR recommends that the user make use of the Load Table and the Following Settings option when operating the camera with user-created NUC tables, particularly when the window size has been modified from its full frame configuration.

  • Page 57: Performing A Nuc

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.5.4 Performing a NUC To build a NUC table using the camera electronics, select the Perform Correction icon to start the NUC Wizard for the desired preset. NOTE: Due to differences in camera electronics and FPA timings it is important to perform the NUC with the camera operating modes configured as it will be used when imaging.
  • Page 58 5 – X-series Camera Controller Correction (NUC) Types Sets both the gain and offset terms. Uses two NUC Two Point sources. Computes a bad pixel correction. Retains the current NUC gain terms and updates the offset Offset Update terms. Uses a single NUC source. Retains the current bad pixel (BP) correction.
  • Page 59 5 – X-series Camera Controller After configuring the correction parameters and selecting Next>> the next window allows the user to set up the parameters used for the Bad Pixel Detection. Once the parameters are set, select Next>> to continue. The next window allows the user to name the NUC. Simply type in the name for the table in the text box or select a previously saved file to replace it.
  • Page 60 5 – X-series Camera Controller The next screens will collect data from the NUC sources. If using the internal flag, you will only see a few status messages. If using external blackbodies, you will be prompted. After each step, click Next>>...
  • Page 61 5 – X-series Camera Controller The last screen gives a report of the bad pixels found. The dialog shows how many pixels failed in each category. If the result is satisfactory, click Accept to save the NUC. The NUC table will be stored to flash memory and loaded into RAM memory for that preset.

  • Page 62: What Is A Non-Uniformity Correction (Nuc)

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.5.5 What is a Non-Uniformity Correction (NUC)? Non-Uniformity Correction (NUC) refers the process by which the camera electronics correct for the differences in the pixel-to-pixel response for each individual pixel in the detector array. The camera can create (or allow for the user to load) a Non-Uniformity Correction (NUC) table which consists of a unique gain and offset coefficient and a bad pixel indicator for each pixel.

  • Page 63: Offset Update

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.5.5.1.2 Offset Update Often during the normal operation of a camera, the electronics and/or optics will heat up or cool down which changes the uniformity of the camera image. This change requires a new NUC. However, this change is mainly in the offset response of the image while the gain component stays constant.
  • Page 64 5 – X-series Camera Controller The 2-point gradient algorithm is the default bad pixel correction method. With this algorithm, the two pairs of pixels above and below and to the left and right of the bad pixel are evaluated. The algorithm compares the differences between the pixels and chooses the pair with smallest gradient (difference).

  • Page 65: Video Page

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.6 Video Page The camera has a 14-bit digital video output. However, the SDI output is only 8-bit. An Automatic Gain Control (AGC) algorithm is used to map the 14-bit digital to the 8-bit analog data. The Video Tab provides controls related to optimizing the Analog video output.
  • Page 66 5 – X-series Camera Controller Analog Video Setup Options Format HDMI/SDI: 1080p @ 29.9/25Hz, 720p @ 59.9/50Hz, NTSC, PAL Overlay Enables the video overlay. Filter Rate Rate at which AGC is computed (1 to 20 Hz). Enable with checkbox Rate at which AGC is allowed to change. This will keep the AGC from responding rapidly to fast tridents changes.
  • Page 67 5 – X-series Camera Controller Analog Video Setup Options Bounds Sets the lower and upper data range to be scaled to on the video data. Note: Bounds is only visible when AGC Mode>>Manual Linear is selected Only visible when AGC is set to DDE. Selects the amount of enhancement DDE Sharpness processing.
  • Page 68 5 – X-series Camera Controller Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data X-Series User’s Manual WARNING – EAR Controlled Technology (EAR99)

  • Page 69: Agc Roi Settings

    5 – X-series Camera Controller One final note about the PE algorithm: it is very aggressive. It can pull detail out of very low contrast imagery. It can also greatly enhance some very low-level NUC and FPA artifacts and noise if the contrast is low enough.

  • Page 70: Video Overlay Settings

    5 – X-series Camera Controller Figure 4-1: Analog Video Flow 5.6.2 Video Overlay Settings The X-series cameras have a video overlay feature that can display a wide variety of camera status indicators on the analog video. This lets an operator see the camera status without needing to have a PC connected.
  • Page 71 5 – X-series Camera Controller Video Overlay Options Enable Overlay Turns the overlay On or Off without changing the selected options Logo Displays the FLIR logo Date Displays the system date stamp Time Displays the system time stamp Displays the accumulated camera “on” time (H:M). (Cannot be reset by...
  • Page 72 5 – X-series Camera Controller Video Overlay Options Text Color Selects overlay text color Text Background Selects overlay background color AGC ROI Color Selects AGC ROI Color Show Messages Displays special status messages Clears current special status message display but new messages will be Clear Message displayed Teledyne Confidential;...

  • Page 73: Advanced

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.7 Advanced The Advanced menu contains four submenus. They are Digital Settings, Analog Settings, Saturation Setting, and miscellaneous setting. 5.7.1 Digital Settings The digital settings menu contains digital gain and digital offset values for each of the four presets. If a Factory Calibration is loaded into a preset, then these boxes will be populated with values that are derived from the Tdrift compensation, and the user is NOT allowed to change the values.
  • Page 74 5 – X-series Camera Controller The digital gain and offset stages are digital features of the camera that allow the corrected digital output of the camera to be mapped to different output ranges. The following diagram illustrates the position of these stages in the signal path: Uncorrected Data Bad Pixel Detector...
  • Page 75 5 – X-series Camera Controller The available gain range is 1.999 to essentially zero; the available offset range is + 32,767. The default values are a gain of 1 and an offset of zero. Because the system sensitivity (NE∆T) is set prior to the A/D stages, there is no detrimental effect on performance from the use of the global gain and offset controls.

  • Page 76: Analog Settings

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.7.2 Analog Settings These controls are set at the factory for the focal plane array in the camera. The controls are intended only for the power user who should consult with FLIR application support before changing these values. 5.7.2.1.1...

  • Page 77: Saturation Settings

    5 – X-series Camera Controller Figure 4-2: IRIG Latch Positions 5.7.3 Saturation Settings These settings control the flag for saturated pixels. If the criteria for saturation is met, then a flag in the metadata switches to T from F. The Count Threshold value is the count value above which a pixel is considered to be saturated.
  • Page 78 5 – X-series Camera Controller Uncorrected Data Bad Pixel Detector 14-bit A/D Replacement Corrected Data Algorithm Analog Digital NUC Table Gain/Offset Gain/Offset Number Pixel Crossings > > Pixel Crossing Flag GUI: Count Threshold GUI: Pixel Threshold Saturation Algorithm Saturation Detection One example of this feature is to use the information to adjust the integration time.

  • Page 79: Ssd Page

    Because of this, the drive contents cannot be viewed directly in Windows Explorer. FLIR Research Studio (FRS) can be used to view/play the contents of the DV-IR RAM or SSD directly on the camera or the SSD contents can be accessed by using a commercially available SATA to USB adapter, such as the one provided with the camera.

  • Page 80: Recording Controls

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.7.4.1 Recording Controls At the top of the SSD Page is a graphical diagram which depicts the data flow based on the currently selected options. Recording Controls Prepare the system for a new recording. Once “armed”, the buffer will be configured according to the settings for record mode, type and pre-trigger Arm for Recording frames.
  • Page 81 5 – X-series Camera Controller Recording Controls button will be disabled until the system is armed. Record Pause When a recording is active, pressing this button will pause the recording. This allows the user to avoid long gaps in a recording. Save to SSD Store a RAM recording to the SSD Allow the user to browse the SSD and choose a file to load back into RAM for...
  • Page 82 5 – X-series Camera Controller Recording Controls The text name given to the movie. This will be displayed in the SSD movie listing. Movies are organized on the SSD based on a unique index number SSD Filename assigned by the camera. The name is optional and if the name is not changed the same name will be given to multiple movies.
  • Page 83 5 – X-series Camera Controller Recording Controls recording is completed. Arm for next If enabled, Camera will re-arm after data is saved to SSD. Requires “Save it to recording the SSD” to also be enabled Download the If enabled, data will be automatically downloaded to the PC. recording This button can be used to clear the SSD drive.

  • Page 84: Batch Download To Pc

    5 – X-series Camera Controller 5.7.4.2 Batch Download to PC The batch download to PC feature allow the user to select multiple files at once. Click the “+” button to launch the file browser. Use the Ctrl and Shift key to select the desired files. Once all the files are in the list, you can change the destination directory, edit the names give on the PC side, and set the range of date saved for each file 5.7.4.3 Installing the SSD...
  • Page 85 Here is a typical commercially-available 2.5 inch SATA solid-state drive one can easily buy online for the X-series. These 2.5 inch drives can be had up to 4TB: FLIR recommends drives with a sequential write speed of 530MB/sec or greater.

  • Page 86: Interfaces

    6 – Interfaces 6 Interfaces 6.1 Mechanical Dimensions Side view of X-Series cameras with 4-tab bayonet lens interface and filter wheel Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data X-Series User’s Manual WARNING – EAR Controlled Technology (EAR99)
  • Page 87 6 – Interfaces Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data X-Series User’s Manual WARNING – EAR Controlled Technology (EAR99)
  • Page 88 6 – Interfaces Front and bottom view of X-Series cameras with filter wheel Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data X-Series User’s Manual WARNING – EAR Controlled Technology (EAR99)

  • Page 89: Rear Panel- X85Xx And X69Xx Series

    6 – Interfaces 6.2 Rear Panel– X85XX and X69XX Series The X85XX and X69XX-Series cameras interface to the host computer through a variety of industry standards and camera specific signals. All pinouts and connectors are commercial standard types. All connections are on the back panel of the camera, as shown below. The last digit of the following section numbers corresponds to the callout numbers on the picture below.

  • Page 90: Solid State Drive

    6 – Interfaces 6.2.2 Solid State Drive The X-series cameras use a standard form factor 2.5 inch SSD that is used in PCs and laptops and can be obtained from many retail outlets. A 512GB high performance SSD is provided with the cameras, and SSD drives with capacities up to 4TB are available.

  • Page 91: Gigabit Ethernet

    6.2.6 USB Client The USB Client is a Command and Control port for user interface, and it can also be used for firmware upgrades provided by FLIR. This port is USB2 compatible. 6.2.7 HDMI Video When an HD video mode is selected, this output port is active. It is compatible with standard HDMI cables.

  • Page 92: Power Interface

    X-Series camera power dissipation is <50 Watts steady state at nominal ambient temperature. Mating Connector: Fisher Connectors, S103A052-130+E31 103.1/5.7 +B. (FLIR PN 26399-000). The power cable should be 20AWG (stranded 10/30), 3 conductors, no shield, max diameter of 0.223 inches. (Example: Alphawire PN 882003) 6.2.9 Camera Link...

  • Page 93: Auxiliary Connector/Breakout Cable

    6 – Interfaces Frame Valid Line Valid Header Row Row 1 Row 2 Row N Data Valid 6.2.10 Auxiliary Connector/Breakout Cable This connector provides access to a number of less commonly used input and output signals. The inputs and outputs are easily accessed using the Aux Breakout Cable (P/N 4212860) supplied with the camera.
  • Page 94 6 – Interfaces Note: Regarding RS-232, a standard, off-the-shelf (straight-through) serial cable can be used. The camera uses Genicam as the control protocol for all interfaces, including RS-232. There is no ASCII based command set. Because Genicam is not a formal standard for RS-232, the RS-232 interface complies with the GenCP 1.1 standard.

  • Page 95: Record Trigger

    6 – Interfaces 6.2.11 Record Trigger This input allows the user to start or gate a recording to the internal RAM buffer. The input status is also placed in the image metadata allowing the input to be read by the host for recording control as well.

  • Page 96: Sync In

    6 – Interfaces 6.2.13 Sync In The Sync In can be selected, by the user, to operate as an external Frame Sync to clock frames. It is a rising edge TTL signal with selectable polarity. The minimum width is 160nS. The LED will illuminate when a valid signal is present.

  • Page 97: Sync Out

    6 – Interfaces 6.2.16 Sync Out This TTL single ended signal is normally synchronous with the camera Sync In and can be used to synchronize other events to the camera when the camera is in a free run mode. It is also used in conjunction with the clock out signal to synchronize two X-Series cameras in master-slave fashion.

  • Page 98: Trigger Input [X6980/X8580 Only]

    7 Motorized Lens Interface The X6980 and X8580 series cameras bring the FLIR Precision Optics-Motorized (FPO-M) interface to the X-series. The FPO-M interface is compatible with all lenses in the FPO lens family – both manual and motor focus.
  • Page 99 6 – Interfaces Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data X-Series User’s Manual WARNING – EAR Controlled Technology (EAR99)

  • Page 100: Filter Wheel

    6 – Interfaces 8 Filter Wheel The X-Series cameras have a 4-position, motorized, warm filter wheel. The wheel sits between the lens and the detector warm window. The filter wheel can be seen by removing the lens as shown in the picture below.
  • Page 101 6 – Interfaces Gently pull the wrench from the camera and the filter holder should stay with the wrench. To install the new filter, put the holder on the wrench, with the ID numbers facing you. Align the notches (between ID positions 0&1 and 4&3) with the retention springs and seat the holder in the wheel so that the front of the holder is flush with the wheel.
  • Page 102 8 – Specifications Teledyne Confidential; Commercially Sensitive Business Data X-Series User’s Manual WARNING – EAR Controlled Technology (EAR99)

  • Page 103: Specifications

    8 – Specifications 8 Specifications 8.1 Interface AC Power 90-230V , 50-60 Hz (using FLIR 24123-000 power supply) Control Gigabit Ethernet, USB, Camera Link Serial, CXP or RS-232 NTSC/PAL selectable, BNC, 75Ω, 1V pk-pk • Standard Video Outputs HDMI (720p 50/59.94, 1080p 25/29.97) •...

  • Page 104: Acquisition Modes And Features

    8 – Specifications X85XX: 1280 columns x 1024 rows Window Offset Step Size 32 columns; 4 rows 8.3 Acquisition Modes and Features Frame Rate (X6800): Max at Full Window 520.91 Hz (< 1.906mS Integration Width) Max at Minimum Window 23076.92 Hz (<30uS Integration Width) Minimum 1.45mHz Resolution...
  • Page 105 8 – Specifications • 4 presets programmable for 1 to 4,294,967,295 frames each Preset Sequencing • Preset sequence programmable for up to 4,294,967,295 sequences per triggered event Selectable: Raw digital video (14-bits) • Digital Video Output Gain and offset (NUC) corrected (14-bits) •...

  • Page 106: Standard Video

    8 – Specifications 8.4 Standard Video Selectable Video Output • SDI (Not available in X6800) • HDMI Selectable Data Output • Raw, uncorrected Corrected • Linear scaled with user controlled gain and offset Selectable • • Plateau based equalization Linear equalization •...

  • Page 107: Performance Characteristics

    8.5 Performance Characteristics Continuous Cool Down: 50 VA Continuous Normal: 41 VA Power Consumption FLIR PWR Supply @ 120V Continuous Normal w/NUC Flag: 75 VA Continuous Cool Down: 24 Watts Continuous Normal: 21.25 Watts Power Consumption Camera DC Power @ 24V...

  • Page 108: Non Uniformity Correction

    8 – Specifications 8.6 Non Uniformity Correction Two Point (offset and gain values, non-volatile) NUC Types Two Point w/Bad Pixel Detection/Replacement Update Offset (recalculates offset using current gain, volatile) Internal: TE controlled flag NUC Source External: Any user supplied source which covers entire window Bad Pixel Replacement Two-Point Gradient, or nearest neighbor 4 active NUC’s in preset selectable form...

  • Page 109: General Characteristics

    8 – Specifications Detector Cooling X68xx: Rotary cryocooler, X85xx: Linear cryocooler 8.8 General Characteristics Size Length 249 mm (9.8 inches), not including lens or lens cover Width 156 mm (6.2 inches) Height 201 mm (7.9 inches) w/ handle, 147 mm (5.8 inches) w/o handle Weight 6.4 kg (14 lbs.), not including lens or lens cover Temperature...

  • Page 110: Maintenance

    9 – Maintenance 9 Maintenance 9.1 Camera and Lens Cleaning 9.1.1 Camera Body, Cables and Accessories The camera body, cables and accessories may be cleaned by wiping with a soft cloth. To remove stains, wipe with a soft cloth moistened with a mild detergent solution and wrung dry, then wipe with a dry soft cloth.
  • Page 111 9 – Maintenance Set-up a clean area to work from with an anti-roll barrier around the edge to prevent anything from leaving the table. Use a clean, lint free cloth or lens tissue. Wear latex gloves - clean them with alcohol or detergent before handling optic. NEVER touch the face of the optic with your fingers.

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