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Firefly
MV
®
Technical Reference Manual
Version 1.3
Revised April 29, 2010
®
Point Grey Research
Inc.
12051 Riverside Way • Richmond, BC • Canada • V6W 1K7 • T (604) 242-9937 • www.ptgrey.com
Copyright © 2010 Point Grey Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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  • Page 1 Technical Reference Manual Version 1.3 Revised April 29, 2010 ® Point Grey Research Inc. 12051 Riverside Way • Richmond, BC • Canada • V6W 1K7 • T (604) 242-9937 • www.ptgrey.com Copyright © 2010 Point Grey Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2 Module provided with this package is guaranteed to be free from material and manufacturing defects for a period of one (1) year. Should a unit fail during this period, Point Grey will, at its option, repair or replace the damaged unit. Repaired or replaced units will be covered for the remainder of the original equipment warranty period.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Infrared Cut-Off Filters ................24 2.6. IEEE-1394 Interface..................25 2.6.1. Standard 6-pin IEEE-1394 Connector ..........25 2.6.2. 8-pin Miniature Vertical IEEE-1394 Connector......25 2.7. USB 2.0 Interface ..................25 2.8. Cables ......................26 2.8.1. IEEE-1394 Cables ...............26 Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.
  • Page 4 Memory Channel Storage of Camera Settings......47 3.8.4. Camera Upgrades................47 Appendix A: Glossary................48 Appendix B: Memory Channel Registers ..........50 Appendix C: Technical Support Resources.........51 Appendix D: Contacting Point Grey Research ........52 Appendix E: Revision History ...............53 Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 5: List Of Figures

    Table 9: Partial image (Format 7) video formats, modes and frame rates for FFMV- 03M2C and FMVU-03MTC ...................37 Table 10: Partial image (Format 7) video formats, modes and frame rates for FMVU- 13S2C ........................37 Table 11: Extended shutter minimum and maximum times ..........40 Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    • Point Grey Digital Camera Register Reference • FlyCapture SDK Help Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 7: Camera Specifications

    Commercial grade electronics rated from 0° - 45°C Operating Temperature -30° - 60°C Storage Temperature Operating Relative 20 to 80% (no condensation) Humidity Storage Relative Humidity 20 to 95% (no condensation) Using standard non-Format_7 video formats and modes. Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 8: Fmvu-03Mtm/C Specifications

    Commercial grade electronics rated from 0° - 45°C Operating Temperature -30° - 60°C Storage Temperature Operating Relative 20 to 80% (no condensation) Humidity Storage Relative Humidity 20 to 95% (no condensation) Using standard non-Format_7 video formats and modes. Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 9: Fmvu-13S2C Specifications

    Commercial grade electronics rated from 0° - 45°C Operating Temperature -30° - 60°C Storage Temperature Operating Relative 20 to 80% (no condensation) Humidity Storage Relative Humidity 20 to 95% (no condensation) Using standard non-Format_7 video formats and modes. Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 10: Spectral Response

    Color models are equipped with an optical filter that prevents infrared light from reaching the image sensor. This filter is discussed in the section on Infrared Cut-Off Filters. 1.2.4.1. FFMV-03M2M & FMVU-03MTM Spectral Response Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.
  • Page 11 Point Grey Firefly MV Technical Reference 1.2.4.2. FFMV-03M2C & FMVU-03MTC Spectral Response Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 12: Analog-To-Digital Converter

    10/12-bit, 54 MHz Resolution 0 dB to 24 dB Variable Gain Amplifier 0 dB to 18 dB Pixel Gain Amplifier 0 to 511 Black Level Clamp Table 2: Sony IMX035LQR (FMVU-13S2) A/D Properties Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 13: System Requirements

    The FlyCap application is a generic streaming image viewer included with the FlyCapture that can be used to test many of the capabilities of your compatible Point Grey camera. It allows you to view a live video stream from the camera, save individual images or .avi movie clips, adjust the various video formats, frame rates, properties and settings of the camera, and access camera registers.

  • Page 14: Custom Applications Built With The Flycapture Api

    PGR FlyCapture includes a full Application Programming Interface that allows customers to create custom applications to control Point Grey Imaging Products. The SDK provides a number of sample programs and source code that is meant to help the advanced programmer get started using the FlyCapture API.

  • Page 15: Handling Precautions And Camera Care

    Do not open the camera housing. Doing so voids the Hardware Warranty described at the beginning of this reference manual. Your Point Grey digital camera module is a precisely manufactured device and should be handled with care. Here are some tips on how to care for the device.

  • Page 16: Camera Accessories

    Accessories such as tripod mounts and lens holders are available from PGR – contact our Sales team at sales@ptgrey.com for additional information. Links to FireWire/IEEE-1394 and digital camera accessories can be found in the following knowledge base article: KB Article 131: www.ptgrey.com/support/kb/index.asp?a=4&q=131. Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 17: Camera Physical Properties

    Point Grey Firefly MV Technical Reference Camera Physical Properties 2.1. Physical Description and Dimensions 2.1.1. FMVU-03S2 and FMVU-13S2 Dimensions Front View Side View with USB Rear View with USB 2.0 Connector Connector Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 18: Ffmv-03M2 Dimensions

    Point Grey Firefly MV Technical Reference Top View with USB Connector 2.1.2. FFMV-03M2 Dimensions Front View Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.
  • Page 19 Point Grey Firefly MV Technical Reference Rear View with 1394a Connector Top View with 1394a Connector Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.
  • Page 20 Point Grey Firefly MV Technical Reference Side View with 1394a Connector Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 21: Board-Level Dimensions

    Point Grey Firefly MV Technical Reference 2.1.3. Board-Level Dimensions For board-level drawings of FMVU models, contact support@ptgrey.com. 2.1.4. Tripod Mount Adapter Dimensions 2.1.5. M12 Microlens Mount Dimensions (Available separately for board-level camera models) Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 22: Lens Setup And Compatibility

    CS-mount holder, there will be a gap between the microlens holder and the case. Lenses and 12 mm microlens adapters are not included with individual cameras, but can be purchased separately from Point Grey Research. For more information, visit our Products Accessories web page.

  • Page 23: Dust Protection

    2.4.3. Tripod Mount Adapter The Firefly MV tripod mount adapter comes with the Development Accessory Kit, or can be purchased separately by contacting sales@ptgrey.com. Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 24: Infrared Cut-Off Filters

    2.5. Infrared Cut-Off Filters Point Grey Research color camera models are equipped with an additional infrared (IR) cut-off filter. This filter can reduce sensitivity in the visible spectrum. The properties of this filter are illustrated in the results below, which were obtained by Point Grey Research independent of camera model.

  • Page 25: Ieee-1394 Interface

    The Firefly MV USB 2.0 interface is not backward compatible with a USB 1.1 interface. If the computer on which you want to operate a Point Grey USB camera does not have a built-in USB 2.0 host controller, you can install a USB 2.0 PCI host adapter card. For more information, refer to Knowledge Base Article 309: Using USB PCI 2.0...

  • Page 26: Cables

    The ideal input voltage is 12V DC; however, the camera is designed to handle voltages between 8V and 32V DC according to the IEEE 1394 standard. The power consumption is outlined in the Camera Specifications section. Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 27: Providing Power Through The Usb 2.0 Interface

    2.10.3. Other Power Considerations Some Point Grey cameras allow the user to power-up or power-down components of the camera using the CAMERA_POWER register 0x610. The exact components, e.g. image sensor, A/D converter, other board electronics, will vary between camera models. Consult the Point Grey Digital Camera Register Reference for more information.

  • Page 28: General Purpose Input/Output (Gpio)

    When configured as outputs, each line can sink 10mA of current. To drive external devices that require more, consult the following article for information on buffering an output signal using an optocoupler: KB Article 200: www.ptgrey.com/support/kb/index.asp?a=4&q=200 Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 29: Status Indicator Led

    Acquiring / transmitting images Flashing bright, then brighter Camera registers being accessed (no image acquisition) Steady or slow flashing on and off Firmware updating, or possible camera problem Table 5: Status indicator LED descriptions Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 30: Camera Operations And Features

    The Point Grey Digital Camera Register Reference contains complete descriptions of the Camera Control Command Registers implemented on the Firefly MV. The Point Grey Digital Camera Register Reference is included with the FlyCapture SDK and downloadable from www.ptgrey.com/support/downloads/.

  • Page 31: Data Flow

    18 dB Auto, On White Balance 1023 (COL) Frame Rate 1.36 FPS 60.09 Auto, On, 15 FPS Table 7: General Camera Properties (FMVU-13S2) 3.2. Data Flow Figure 4: FFMV-03M2/FMVU-03MT Data Flow Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 32: Standard Data Formats, Modes And Frame Rates

    Chameleon. Refer to the Customizable Formats and Modes for a list of supported partial image (Format_7) modes. These standard modes are controlled using the following IIDC registers: • CURRENT_VIDEO_FORMAT register 0x608 • CURRENT_VIDEO_MODE register 0x604 • CURRENT_FRAME_RATE register 0x600 Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 33: Frame Rates And Camera Bandwidth

    An inadequate power supply. Consult the voltage and power requirements in the General Specifications section of your camera's Technical Reference or Getting Started manual to determine the amount of power required to operate the cameras effectively. Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 34: Maximum Number Of Cameras On A Single Bus-Usb 2.0

    I/O to operate normally. If polling is constrained, the camera’s FIFO buffer may overflow, resulting in dropped frames. Point Grey does not support the use of multiple USB 2.0 cameras streaming simultaneously on the same computer. There has been no rigorous qualification of the ability of various hardware platforms, operating systems, software, and drivers to handle multiple USB 2.0 image streams.

  • Page 35: Problems Maximizing Frame Rates

    2X vertical binning aggregates adjacent vertical pixel values to form a single average pixel value. 2X horizontal binning works in the same manner, except adjacent horizontal pixel values are aggregated. Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.
  • Page 36 ‘center cut-out’ feature. The center cut-out ROI can be dynamically moved within the larger pixel array. Related Knowledge Base Articles Title What are the differences www.ptgrey.com/support/kb/index.asp?a=4&q=163 between pixel binning and region of interest custom image modes? Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 37: Calculating Format_7 Frame Rates

    For example, assuming an image size of 640x480, pixel format of Mono16 (2 bytes per pixel), and 4088 bytes per packet, the calculation would be as follows: FPS = 1 / ( ( 640*480*2 / 4088 ) * 0.000125 ) FPS = 53 Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 38: Image Acquisition

    Formulas for converting the fixed point (relative) shutter values reported by SHUTTER register 0x81C to floating point (absolute) values are not provided. Users wishing to work with real-world values should refer to the Absolute Value CSR Registers section of the Point Grey Digital Camera Register Reference.

  • Page 39: Gain

    Formulas for converting the fixed point (relative) gain values reported by GAIN register 0x820 to floating point (absolute) values are not provided. Users wishing to work with real-world values should refer to the Absolute Value CSR Registers section of the Point Grey Digital Camera Register Reference.

  • Page 40: Extended Shutter Times

    640x480 Y8, 7.5 FPS 0.25 16053 Table 11: Extended shutter minimum and maximum times Related Knowledge Base Articles Title Extended shutter mode www.ptgrey.com/support/kb/index.asp?a=4&q=166 operation for IIDC 1.31-compliant Point Grey Imaging Products. Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 41: Automatic Inter-Camera Synchronization

    To upgrade camera firmware, visit http://www.ptgrey.com/support/downloads/index.asp. Multiple Point Grey FireWire cameras, when they are on the same IEEE-1394 bus and running at the same frame rate, are automatically synchronized to each other at the hardware level. When using multiple cameras, the timing of one camera to another camera is as follows: •...

  • Page 42: Frame Rate Control

    Point Grey Firefly MV Technical Reference 3.6.6.2. Synchronization of USB Cameras Point Grey does not support synchronizing multiple USB cameras on the same bus. For more information, see Section 3.4.2: Maximum Number of Cameras on a Single Bus—USB 2.0. 3.6.7.

  • Page 43: Figure 6: Firefly Mv External Trigger Timing Characteristics

    The reason for this is that the camera may be currently exposing an image; the camera is only ready to be triggered again when this image finishes integrating and is completely read off of the CMOS. Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 44: Image Processing

    (i.e. order) in which this raw color data is streamed out, however, depends on the specific camera model and firmware version. This format can be queried using the BAYER_TILE_MAPPING register 0x1040 that is implemented on all Point Grey cameras. Raw image data can be accessed programmatically via the pData pointer in the FlyCaptureImage structure (e.g.

  • Page 45: Gamma

    The Firefly MV has a feature that allows image timing and camera settings information to be embedded in the first several pixels of each image. This feature is controlled using the Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 46: Camera And Device Control

    Point Grey Firefly MV Technical Reference FRAME_INFO register 0x12F8, which is described in detail in the Point Grey Digital Camera Register Reference. The following table indicates which embedded image properties are supported by the Firefly MV, by model: Embedded Image Property...

  • Page 47: Memory Channel Storage Of Camera Settings

    Refer to Appendix B: Memory Channel Registers, for a full listing of all registers saved. Memory channels are configured using the following registers, which are described in detail in the Point Grey Digital Camera Register Reference: MEMORY_SAVE 0x618; MEM_SAVE_CH 0x620; and CUR_MEM_CH 0x624.

  • Page 48: Appendix A: Glossary

    Gamma defines the function between incoming light level and output picture level. Gamma Gamma can also be useful in emphasizing details in the darkest and/or brightest regions of the image. General Purpose Input/Output. GPIO Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.
  • Page 49 A method to enable white areas of an image to appear correctly by modifying the gain of White Balance red and blue channels relative to the green channel. White balance can be used to accommodate differing lighting conditions. 1024x768 pixel resolution XVGA Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 50: Appendix B: Memory Channel Registers

    GPIO_XTRA 1104h SHUTTER_DELAY 1108h GPIO_STRPAT_CTRL 110Ch GPIO_CTRL_PIN_x 1110h, 1120h, 1130h, 1140h GPIO_XTRA_PIN_x 1114h, 1124h, 1134h, 1144h GPIO_STRPAT_MASK_PIN_x 1118h, 1128h, 1138h, 1148h FRAME_INFO 12F8h FORMAT_7_IMAGE_POSITION 008h FORMAT_7_IMAGE_SIZE 00Ch FORMAT_7_COLOR_CODING_ID 010h FORMAT_7_BYTE_PER_PACKET 044h Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

  • Page 51: Appendix C: Technical Support Resources

    Point Grey Firefly MV Technical Reference Appendix C: Technical Support Resources Point Grey Research Inc. endeavors to provide the highest level of technical support possible to our customers. Most support resources can be accessed through the Product Support section of our website: www.ptgrey.com/support.

  • Page 52: Appendix D: Contacting Point Grey Research

    Point Grey Firefly MV Technical Reference Appendix D: Contacting Point Grey Research For any questions, concerns or comments please contact us via the following methods: For all general questions about Point Grey Research please contact us Email: at info@ptgrey.com. For technical support (existing customers only) contact us at http://www.ptgrey.com/support/contact/.

  • Page 53: Appendix E: Revision History

    Standard Data Formats, Modes and Frame Rates Clarified that 30 and 60 FPS are achieved through pixel binning, with no color output. • Section 1.2.3 FMVU-13S2C Specifications: Changed maximum gain setting to 18 dB. Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.
  • Page 54 ..... See Format_7 PGM file format for Y16 images ...... 42 faster frame rates..... See regions of interest IEEE-1394 Digital Camera Register firmware upgrades ..........47 Reference ..........30 Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.
  • Page 55 See memory channels serial communication using GPIO....46 shutter ...........30, 38, 39, 40 Y16 data format..........42 signal to noise ratio ......7, 8, 9, 42 software trigger ....See asynchronous trigger Revised 29-Apr-10 Copyright (c) 2010 Point Grey Research Inc.

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