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  • Page 1 ™ Genie TS Series Camera User’s Manual Genie TS Framework 1.00 CA-GENM-TSM00 www.teledynedalsa.com...
  • Page 2 © 2012 Teledyne DALSA All information provided in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. No responsibility is assumed by Teledyne DALSA for its use. Teledyne DALSA reserves the right to make changes to this information without notice. Reproduction of this manual in whole or in part, by any means, is prohibited without prior permission having been obtained from Teledyne DALSA.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Camera Status LED Indicator........................17 LED States on Power Up ........................17 Genie IP Configuration Sequence ....................18 Supported Network Configurations......................18 ESD..................18 REVENTING PERATIONAL AULTS DUE TO USING GENIE TS WITH SAPERA API ....................19 ....................19 ETWORK AND OMPUTER VERVIEW LT L ..................20 APERA...
  • Page 4 Camera Information Feature Descriptions..................30 ........................32 ENSOR ONTROL ATEGORY Sensor Control Feature Descriptions .....................32 Gain and Black Level Control Details....................34 Exposure Controls Details ......................34 Free-running Programmable Exposure....................34 External Trigger Programmable Exposure ....................35 Synchronization Timing ........................36 Synchronous Mode..........................36 Reset Mode ............................. 36 I/O C ........................37 ONTROL...
  • Page 5 EC & FCC D ...................99 ECLARATION OF ONFORMITY ADDITIONAL REFERENCE INFORMATION...................101 ........................101 ELECTION VERVIEW Lens Mount Types .........................101 Lens for the Genie TS with M42 or Nikon F-mount..............101 Additional Lens Parameters (application specific)...............102 ........................102 PTICAL ONSIDERATIONS Illumination...........................102 Light Sources ..........................102 Filters............................103 Lens Modeling..........................103 Magnification and Resolution.......................103...
  • Page 6 TROUBLESHOOTING..........................107 ............................107 VERVIEW Problem Type Summary........................107 Verifying Network Parameters......................109 Before Contacting Technical Support ....................109 ................109 NSTALLATION SSUES AND UNCTIONAL ROBLEMS The Windows XP Firewall Service Can Not Start ................109 ..................110 EVICE VAILABLE WITH PERATIONAL SSUES Firmware Updates ........................110 Power Failure During a Firmware Update–Now What? .............110 Cabling and Communication Issues .....................110 Acquisition Error without Timeout Messages................111 No camera exposure when expected .....................

  • Page 7: Genie Ts Series Overview

    Genie TS Series Overview Description The Genie TS, a member of the Genie camera family, provides a new series of affordable easy to use digital cameras specifically engineered for industrial imaging applications requiring embedded image processing and improved network integration. Genie TS provides functions to increase dynamic range to ensure optimized image capture from a range of lighting conditions.

  • Page 8: Genie Application Advantages

    Supported by Sapera™ LT software libraries  Supports Power Over Ethernet and auxiliary power input  Refer to the Operation Reference and Technical Specifications section of the manual for full details 6  Genie TS Series Overview Genie_TS_Series GigE Vision Camera...

  • Page 9: Part Numbers And Software Requirements

    Part Numbers and Software Requirements This manual covers the Genie TS monochrome models summarized below. Color Genie TS models and other lens mount adapters will be added as per availability. See "Camera Specifications" on page 9 for each Genie TS model.

  • Page 10: Gige Vision Sapera Application Description

    GigE Vision Module license, or the Sapera processing SDK with a valid license. The GigE Vision Compliant XML device description file is embedded within Genie firmware allowing GigE Vision Compliant applications access to Genie capabilities and controls immediately after connection.

  • Page 11: Camera Specifications Overview

    46.5 mm (34.5 mm for the F mount adapter plus 12 mm for the camera body) Mechanical Interface Camera Size 49(H) x 49(W) x 54(L) in mm, see “Genie TS Mechanical Specifications” on page 91 Mass 196 g (no lens)

  • Page 12: Certifications

    Shape: half-sine Level 2: 30 g / 11 ms Number: 3 shocks (+) and 3 shocks (-) Level 3: 40 g / 60 ms Directions: ±X, ±Y, and ±Z axes 10  Genie TS Series Overview Genie_TS_Series GigE Vision Camera...

  • Page 13: Genie Ts Sensor Performance

    †† SNR Test Conditions  Analog Gain 1x  Exposure 750µs  Factory FFC Active  Defective Pixel Detection Active with Threshold at 5%  Averaging 10 frames at 50% saturation Genie TS Series Overview  11 Genie_TS_Series GigE Vision Camera...

  • Page 14: Sensor Cosmetic Specifications: Teledyne Dalsa Dck4131 Monochrome

    Pixel Detection active. There are no pre-flat-field camera cosmetic specifications. ††† Test conditions  Factory FFC Active  Defective Pixel Detection OFF  Nominal light = illumination at 50% of saturation  Temperature of camera front plate is 45°C 12  Genie TS Series Overview Genie_TS_Series GigE Vision Camera...

  • Page 15: Spectral Responsivity: Teledyne Dalsa Dck4131 Monochrome

    The following quantum efficiency graph describes the fraction of photons at each wavelength that contribute charge to the pixel. Effective Spectral Quantum Efficiency 60.0% 50.0% 40.0% 30.0% 20.0% 10.0% 0.0% Wavelength (nm) Genie TS Series Overview  13 Genie_TS_Series GigE Vision Camera...
  • Page 16 This Page Intentionally Left Blank 14  Genie TS Series Overview Genie_TS_Series GigE Vision Camera...

  • Page 17: Connecting The Genie Ts Camera

    GigE Network Adapter Overview If the computer to be used with the Genie camera does not have a Gigabit network adapter or second built in Gigabit NIC, a Gigabit Network Interface adapter card (NIC) needs to be installed. Typically under Windows, the Gigabit NIC is recognized automatically when Windows boots.

  • Page 18: Connectors

    Genie – Rear View LED Indicators The Genie has one multicolor LED to provide a simple visible indication of camera state and the RJ45 Ethernet connector has two LEDs for network status conditions. These are described below. Network Status Indicators...

  • Page 19: Camera Status Led Indicator

    100ms for faster frame rates. Note: Even if the Genie has obtained an IP address, it might be on a different subnet than the NIC it is attached to. Therefore, if the Genie LED is blue but an application can not see it, this indicates a network configuration problem. See the troubleshooting section in this manual.

  • Page 20: Genie Ip Configuration Sequence

    Supported Network Configurations The Genie obtains an IP address using the Link Local Address (LLA) or DHCP, by default. A LLA IP address is obtained in about 6 seconds with Microsoft Vista/7 or in about 1 minute with Microsoft XP. If required, a persistent IP address can be assigned (see "Running the Network Configuration Tool"...

  • Page 21: Using Genie Ts With Sapera Api

     If Genie is to be used in a Sapera development environment, Sapera LT needs to be installed, either before or after the Genie software package. If Genie will be used in a GigE Vision Compliant environment, Sapera or Sapera runtime is not required and you need to follow the installation instructions of the third party package.

  • Page 22: Sapera Lt Library Windows Installation

    Sapera LT Library Windows Installation Note: to install Sapera LT and the Genie device driver, logon to the workstation as an administrator or with an account that has administrator privileges. When Sapera application development is performed on the same computer that the Genie is connected to, the Sapera Development Library (version 7.20 or later) must be installed.

  • Page 23: Application Development Header Files

    GigE Server Status Once the Genie is assigned an IP address (its Status LED is steady blue) the GigE server tray icon will not have a red X through it, indicating that the Genie device was found. It might take a few seconds for the GigE Server to refresh its state after the Genie has obtained an IP address.

  • Page 24: Optimizing The Network Adapter Used With Genie

    Easily Configure the NIC as a DHCP server for connected GigE Vision camera. Important: Changes made with this tool may update Genie parameters stored in flash memory. Do not remove power from the Genie camera for a minimum 10 seconds.

  • Page 25: Quick Test With Camexpert

     If the Genie has no lens, just select one of the internal test patterns available. All but one are static images to use with the Snap or Grab function of CamExpert. The single “moving” test image is a shifting diagonal ramp pattern, which is useful for testing network/computer bandwidth issues.

  • Page 26: About The User-Defined Camera Name

    About the User-Defined Camera Name The Genie can be programmed with a user-defined name to aid identifying multiple cameras connected to the network. For instance, on an inspection system with 4 cameras, the first camera might be labeled “top view”, the second “left view”, the third “right view”...

  • Page 27: Silent Installation Of Genie Framework

    As an example, using the possible executable file name for the Framework, the command line is: "Genie_TS_1.00.00.0000 Release.exe" –r Important: The executable name is enclosed in quotation marks. This is required because of the space characters in the Genie Framework file name.

  • Page 28: Windows Embedded 7 Installation

    Microsoft in the Windows Embedded 7 installation also provides the necessary dependencies for Sapera LT, Teledyne DALSA framegrabbers and Genie devices (with an OS footprint of approximately 1.5 GB). If you are installing other applications on the Windows Embedded 7 platform, it is recommended that you verify which components are required, and if necessary, create a corresponding Answer File.

  • Page 29: Operational Reference

    The Sapera CamExpert tool is the interfacing tool for GigE Vision cameras, and is supported by the Sapera library and hardware. When used with a Genie TS camera, CamExpert allows a user to test most of the operating modes. Additionally CamExpert saves the Genie user settings configuration to the camera or saves multiple configurations as individual camera parameter files on the host system (*.ccf).
  • Page 30  Device pane: View and select from any installed GigE Vision or Sapera acquisition device. After a device is selected CamExpert will only present parameters applicable to that device.  Parameters pane: Allows viewing or changing all acquisition parameters supported by the acquisition device. CamExpert displays parameters only if those parameters are supported by the installed device.

  • Page 31: Camexpert View Parameters Option

    Camera information can be retrieved via a controlling application. Parameters such as camera model, firmware version, etc. are read to uniquely identify the connected Genie device. These features are typically read-only. GigE Vision applications retrieve this information to identify the camera along with its characteristics.

  • Page 32: Camera Information Feature Descriptions

    Naming Convention (using the tag DFNC), verses the GenICam Standard Features Naming Convention (SFNC not shown). The Device Version number represents the camera software functional group, not a firmware revision number. As Genie TS capabilities evolve the device version tag will increase, therefore identifying the supported function package.
  • Page 33 Device Reset DeviceReset Resets the device to its power up state. (W) 1.00 Beginner Power-up Configuration UserSetDefaultSelector Selects the camera configuration set to load and make active 1.00 Selector on camera power-up or reset. The camera configuration sets Beginner are stored in camera non-volatile memory. (RW) Factory Setting Default Load factory default feature settings.

  • Page 34: Sensor Control Category

    Sensor Control Category The Genie TS sensor controls, as shown by CamExpert, groups sensor specific parameters. Parameters in gray are read only, either always or due to another parameter being disabled. Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application.
  • Page 35 Sensor Width SensorWidth Defines the sensor width in active pixels. (RO) 1.00 Expert Sensor Height SensorHeight Defines the sensor height in active lines. (RO) 1.00 Expert Acquisition Frame Rate AcquisitionFrameRate Specifies the camera internal frame rate, in Hz. 1.00 Note that any user entered value is automatically adjusted Beginner to a valid camera value.

  • Page 36: Gain And Black Level Control Details

    Gain and Black Level Control Details The Genie TS series of cameras provide gain and black level adjustments. Dependent on the model of camera, adjustments are available at the sensor as an analog variable and/or in the digital domain. The gain and black level controls can make small compensations to the acquisition in situations where lighting varies and the lens iris can not be easily adjusted.

  • Page 37: External Trigger Programmable Exposure

     Programmable internal trigger, where the maximum and minimum sensor frame rate limits are defined by the ExposureTime feature.  Exposure synchronization timing is "Synchronous Mode" (on page 36) where the exposure is aligned with the sensor horizontal line timing and the next acquisition is triggered by an internal programmable timer. ...

  • Page 38: Synchronization Timing

     Any trigger received before the end of the exposure is ignored.  Since the external trigger is asynchronous with the Genie horizontal line timing, the frame exposure start is subject to 1 horizontal line jitter. Reset Mode ...

  • Page 39: I/O Control Category

    I/O Control Category The Genie TS I/O controls, as shown by CamExpert, groups features used to configure external inputs and acquisition actions based on those inputs, plus camera output signals to other devices. Parameters in gray are read only, either always or due to another parameter being disabled.
  • Page 40 Single Frame Trigger(Start) FrameStart Selects a trigger starting the capture of a single frame. MultiFrame Trigger(Start) FrameBurstStart Selects a trigger to capture multiple frames. The number of frames is specified by the triggerFrameCount feature. Trigger Mode TriggerMode Controls the enable state of the selected trigger. 1.00 Beginner The selected trigger is turned off.
  • Page 41 Input 1 Input1 Associated with the logical line Input 1 Input 2 Input2 Associated with the logical line Input 2 Input 3 Input3 Associated with the logical line Input 3 Input 4 Input4 Associated with the logical line Input 4 Output 1 Output1 Associated with the logical line Output 1...
  • Page 42 Line output is Open Software Controlled SoftwareControlled The OutputLineValue feature changes the state of the output Pulse on: Start of Frame PulseOnStartofFrame Generate a pulse on the start of the Frame Active event. Pulse on: Start of Exposure PulseOnStartofExposure Generate a pulse on the ExposureStart event. This option is typically used to trigger a strobe light.

  • Page 43: I/O Module Block Diagram

    Trigger Mode Details Genie TS image exposures are initiated by an event. The trigger event is either the camera's programmable internal clock used in free running mode, an external input used for synchronizing exposures to external triggers, or a programmed function call message by the controlling computer.

  • Page 44: Input Line Details

     Connector: See 25-pin Micro-D type Connector Details for connector pinout and electrical information. The cable shell and shield should electrically connect the Genie TS chassis to computer chassis for maximum EMI protection.  Line Transition Validation: Each input incorporates a signal debounce circuit (following the opto-couple) to eliminate short noise transitions that could be wrongly interpreted as a valid pulse.

  • Page 45: Counter And Timer Control Category

    Counter and Timer Control Category The Genie TS counter and timer controls, as shown by CamExpert, groups parameters used to configure acquisition counters and timers for various input lines and signal edge detection. Parameters in gray are read only, either always or due to another parameter being disabled.
  • Page 46 The selected Counter is Disabled Active Active The selected Counter is Enabled Counter Status counterStatus Returns the current state of the counter. (RO) 1.00 Expert Counter Idle CounterIdle The counter is idle. The CounterStartSource feature is set to DFNC off. Counter Trigger Wait CounterTriggerWait The counter is waiting for a start trigger.
  • Page 47 Counter Incremental Line counterIncrementalLineActivation Selects the counter signal activation mode. The counter 1.00 Activation increments on the specified signal edge or level. Expert DFNC Rising Edge RisingEdge Increment the counter on the rising edge of the selected I/O Line. Falling Edge FallingEdge Increment the counter on the falling edge of the selected I/O Line.

  • Page 48: Counter And Timer Group Block Diagram

    TimerReset Cmd Starts with the reception of the TimerReset Icommand. Acquisition Start AcquisitionStart Start Timer on Acquisition Start event. Acquisition End AcquisitionEnd Start Timer on Acquisition End event. Exposure Start ExposureStart Start Timer on Exposure Start event. Exposure End ExposureEnd Start Timer on Exposure End event.

  • Page 49: Example: Counter Start Source = Off

    Example: Counter Start Source = OFF  The counter starts on the counterReset Cmd.  The counter continues unless a new counterReset Cmd is received, which then restarts the counter at 00.  When Counter Reset Source= ‘Event’ or ‘CounterEnd’ the counter is reset to 00 but does not restart counting, until the next CounterReset Cmd.

  • Page 50: Example: Counterstartsource = Event And Signal (Edge Base)

    Example: CounterStartSource = EVENT and Signal (Edge Base) Example: CounterStartSource = Signal (Level Base) Example 1 48  Operational Reference Genie_TS_Series GigE Vision Camera...

  • Page 51: Example: Counterstartsource = Line (Edge Base) Example 2

    Advanced Processing Control Category The Genie TS Advanced Processing controls, as shown by CamExpert, groups parameters used to configure Defective Pixel Detection, Flat Field calibration and use, plus LUT mode. Parameters in gray are read only, either always or due to another parameter being disabled.

  • Page 52: Advanced Processing Control Feature Descriptions

    Advanced Processing Control Feature Descriptions The following table describes these parameters along with their view attribute and minimum camera firmware version required. Additionally the firmware column will indicate which parameter is a member of the DALSA Features Naming Convention (DFNC), verses the GenICam Standard Features Naming Convention (SFNC not shown). Display Name Feature Description...
  • Page 53 DFNC Factory Flatfield FactoryFlatfield Sets the factory Flat Field coefficient table as the current Flat Field. User Flatfield 1 UserFlatfield1 Sets User Flat Field 1 coefficient table as the current Flat Field. User Flatfield 2 UserFlatfield2 Sets User Flat Field 2 coefficient table as the current Flat Field.
  • Page 54 Expert Disables Image Sharpness feature. DFNC Active Active Enables Image Sharpness feature. Sharpness Type sharpnessType Selects the type of image filter to apply. 1.00 Expert EnhanceMore EnhanceMore Current image filter. DFNC EnhanceLess EnhanceLess SharpenLess SharpenLess SharpenMore SharpenMore LUT Mode lutMode Sets the enable state of the selected LUT (Lookup 1.00 Table).

  • Page 55: Lookup Table (Lut) Overview

    Processing path bits per pixel). Pixel data when read out of the sensor is passed through the LUT memory array, where the new programmed pixel value is then passed to the Genie output circuit. The LUT data table is stored along with other parameters with the user configuration function.

  • Page 56: Sharpness Type Overview

    Sharpness Type Overview When activating the feature sharpnessMode, the feature sharpnessType selects the sharpening function applied to the image. The image filter functions utilize 3x3 matrix coefficients as described below. Name: Enhance More Name: Enhance Less Scale Value = 1/1.0 Scale Value = 1/32.0 Name: Sharpen Less Name: Sharpen More...

  • Page 57: Flat Field Correction Algorithm Description

    Flat Field Correction Algorithm Description Flat Field Correction Algorithm–Method1 (feature: flatfieldCorrectionAlgorithm) applies the following FFC formula for correcting pixel values. newPixelValue[x][y] = (sensorPixelValue[x][y] - FFCOffset[x][y]) * FFCGain[x][y] where:  [x] & [y] are the Flat Field Correction Pixel coordinates. See the FlatfieldCorrectionPixelXCoordinate and FlatfieldCorrectionPixelYCoordinate features. ...

  • Page 58: Important Factors About Flat Field Processing

    These features need to be re-enabled by the application or user only after the flat field calibration completes. Important: Before calibration, the Genie should be powered on long enough to achieve its nominal temperature (a minimum of 30 minutes).
  • Page 59 Use the lens iris to adjust for a bright gray approximately around a pixel value of 200 (for 8-bit pixels). The following figure shows a typical histogram for a Genie grabbing a bright gray image.

  • Page 60: Flat Field Correction Calibration Procedure

    The following procedure uses the CamExpert Flat Field tool. Calibration is the process of taking two reference images, one of a dark field – one of a bright field (not saturated), to generate correction data for images captured by Genie. Each sensor pixel data is modified by the correction factor generated by the calibration process, so that each pixel has an identical response to the same illumination.
  • Page 61 The Flat Field calibration window provides a three step process to acquire two reference images and then save the flat field correction data for the Genie used. To aid in determining if the reference images are valid, a histogram tool is provided so that the user can review the images used for the correction data.

  • Page 62: Using Flat Field Correction

     Setup the camera to capture a uniform dark image. Black paper with no illumination and the camera lens’ iris closed to minimum can provide such a dark image. Or cover the lens with a black lens cap.  Click on Acquire Black Image. The flat field calibration tool will grab video frames, analyze the pixel gray level spread, and present the statistics.

  • Page 63: Image Format Control Category

    The Genie TS Image Format controls, as shown by CamExpert, groups parameters used to configure camera pixel format, image cropping, and the binning function, Additionally a feature control to select and output a Genie TS internal test image simplifies qualifying a camera setup without a lens.
  • Page 64 DFNC Image Image The Image data blocks are streamed using the payload type “Image”. Image_MetaData Image_MetaData Image_MetaData blocks are streamed using the payload type “Extended Chunk Data with Image” JPEG JPEG JEG image data blocks are streamed using the payload type “JPEG Data”. Jpeg_MetaData Jpeg_MetaData JEG image data blocks are streamed using the...

  • Page 65: Width And Height Features For Partial Scan Control

    Width and Height Features for Partial Scan Control Width and Height controls along with their respective offsets, allow the Genie TS to grab a region of interest (ROI) within the full image frame. Besides eliminating post acquisition image cropping done by software in the host computer, a windowed ROI grab reduces the bandwidth required on the Gigabit Ethernet link since less pixels are transmitted.

  • Page 66: Maximum Frame Rate (Fps) Examples (Ts-M4096)

    Note: In general, using short exposures at high frame rates will exceed the maximum bandwidth to host transfer speed, when the camera buffer memory is filled. The tables below (for different Genie TS models) describes frame rate maximums that cannot be sustained during continuous acquisition.

  • Page 67: Maximum Frame Rate (Fps) Examples (Ts-M3500)

    Maximum Frame Rate (fps) Examples (TS-M3500) Vertical Lines Free Running Acquisition Triggered Acquisition Acquired (Synchronous Mode - 20μs exposure) (Reset Mode - 20μs exposure) 8-Bit 10-Bit 8-Bit 10-Bit 2200 19 fps 19 fps 19 fps 19 fps 1500 28 fps 28 fps 28 fps 28 fps...

  • Page 68: Horizontal Cropping (Partial Scan)

    Horizontal Cropping (Partial Scan) Genie TS supports cropping the acquisition horizontally by grabbing less pixels on each horizontal line. Horizontal offset defines the start of the acquired video line while horizontal width defines the number of pixels per line. Horizontal control features have the following independent constants: ...

  • Page 69: Binning

    Genie TS by using CamExpert. Genie TS supports horizontal and vertical binning independently, by a factor of 2 or 4 in each axis. Specifically if horizontal binning only is activated, a nominal 640x480 image is reduced to 320x480. If vertical binning only is activated, the image is reduced to 640x240.

  • Page 70: Internal Test Image Generator

    The patterns are subject to Genie processing such as the LUT or Binning functions. Use CamExpert to easily enable and select the any of the Genie test patterns from the drop menu while the camera is not in acquisition mode. Select live grab to see the pattern output.

  • Page 71: Metadata Control Category

    Metadata Control Category The Genie TS Metadata controls, as shown by CamExpert, groups features to enable and select inclusion of chunk data with the image payload (as specified by the specification GigE Vision 1.2). Parameters in gray are read only, either always or due to another parameter being disabled. Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application.

  • Page 72: Acquisition And Transfer Control Category

    Acquisition and Transfer Control Category The Genie TS Acquisition and Transfer controls, as shown by CamExpert, groups parameters used to configure the acquisition mode of the device. It defines the number of frames to capture during an acquisition and the way the acquisition stops.

  • Page 73: Acquisition And Transfer Control Feature Descriptions

    Acquisition and Transfer Control Feature Descriptions The following table describes these parameters along with their view attribute and minimum camera firmware version required. Additionally the firmware column will indicate which parameter is a member of the DALSA Features Naming Convention (DFNC), verses the GenICam Standard Features Naming Convention (SFNC not shown). Display Name Feature Description...

  • Page 74: Acquisition Buffering

    Event Control Category The Genie TS Event control, as shown by CamExpert, groups parameters used to configure Camera Event related features. Parameters in gray are read only, either always or due to another parameter being disabled. Parameters in black are user set in CamExpert or programmable via an imaging application.

  • Page 75: Event Control Feature Descriptions

    Event Control Feature Descriptions The following table describes these parameters along with their view attribute and minimum camera firmware version required. Additionally the firmware column will indicate which parameter is a member of the DALSA Features Naming Convention (DFNC), versus the GenICam Standard Features Naming Convention (SFNC not shown). Display Name Feature Description...
  • Page 76 Start of Acquisition AcquisitionStart Event sent on control channel on acquisition start. End of Acquisition AcquisitionEnd Event sent on control channel on acquisition end. Start of Frame FrameStart Event sent on control channel on an Active Frame. This occurs with the start of the exposure delay. Start of Exposure ExposureStart Event sent on control channel on start of exposure.

  • Page 77: Basic Exposure Events Overview

    Valid Frame Trigger Event EventValidFrameTrigger Timestamp of the Valid frame trigger event. (RO) 1.00 Timestamp Timestamp Guru InvalidFrameTrigger Event EventInvalidFrameTrigger Represents the event ID to identify the event on invalid 1.00 frame trigger. (RO) Guru InvalidFrameTrigger Event EventInvalidFrameTrigger Timestamp of the invalid frame trigger event. (RO) 1.00 Timestamp Timestamp...

  • Page 78: Events Associated With Triggered Synchronous Exposures

    Events Associated with Triggered Synchronous Exposures The following timing graphic shows the primary events and acquisition timing associated with a synchronous exposure of two individually triggered frames. Events Associated with Triggered Multiple Frame Synchronous Exposures The following timing graphic shows the primary events and acquisition timing associated with a synchronous exposure of two frames from a single trigger event.

  • Page 79: Events Associated With Triggered Reset Mode Exposures

    GigE Vision Transport Layer Control Category The Genie TS GigE Vision Transport Layer control, as shown by CamExpert, groups parameters used to configure features related to GigE Vision specification and the Ethernet Connection. Parameters in gray are read only, either always or due to another parameter being disabled.

  • Page 80: Gige Vision Transport Layer Feature Descriptions

    GigE Vision Transport Layer Feature Descriptions The following table describes these parameters along with their view attribute and minimum camera firmware version required. Additionally the firmware column will indicate which parameter is a member of the DALSA Features Naming Convention (DFNC), verses the GenICam Standard Features Naming Convention (SFNC not shown). Display Name Feature Description...
  • Page 81 Current Subnet Mask GevCurrentSubnetMask Reports the subnet mask of the given interface. 1.00 (RO) Beginner Current Default Gateway GevCurrentDefaultGateway Reports the default gateway IP address to be used 1.00 on the given network interface. (RO) Beginner Current IP set in LLA GevCurrentIPConfigurationLLA Controls whether the LLA (Link Local Address) 1.00...
  • Page 82 Stream Channel Selector GevStreamChannelSelector Selects the stream channel to control. (RO) 1.00 Invisible Primary Application Socket GevPrimaryApplicationSocket Returns the UDP (User Datagram Protocol) 1.00 source port of the primary application. (RO) Invisible Device Access Privilege GevCCP Controls the device access privilege of an 1.00 Control application.
  • Page 83 Vision camera is forced a static IP address. The NIC IP address must use the same subnet otherwise the camera is not accessible. If the Genie camera is connected to a network with a different subnet, it cannot be accessed. (RO) GVCP Extended Status Codes GevGVCPExtendedStatusCodes Enables generation of extended status codes.
  • Page 84 Manifest Entry Selector DeviceManifestEntrySelector Selects the manifest entry to reference. 1.00 Invisible XML Major Version DeviceManifestXMLMajorVersion Indicates the major version number of the XML 1.00 file of the selected manifest entry. (RO) Invisible XML Minor Version DeviceManifestXMLMinorVersion Indicates the Minor version number of the XML 1.00 file of the selected manifest entry.

  • Page 85: Gige Vision Host Control Category

    File Access Control Category The File Access control in CamExpert allows the user to quickly upload various data files to the connected Genie TS. The supported data files are for Genie TS firmware updates, Flat Field coefficients. LUT data tables, and a custom image for use as an internal test pattern.

  • Page 86: File Access Control Feature Descriptions

    File Access Control Feature Descriptions Display Name Feature Description View File Selector FileSelector Selects the file to access. The file types which are accessible are device- 1.00 dependent. Guru Firmware Firmware1 Upload new firmware to the camera which will execute on the next camera reboot cycle.

  • Page 87: File Access Via The Camexpert Tool

    From the Type drop menu, select the file type that will be uploaded to the Genie TS.  From the File Selector drop menu, select the Genie TS memory location for the uploaded data. This menu presents only the applicable data locations for the selected file type.
  • Page 88 Select the specific file from the system drive or from a network location.  Click the Upload button to execute the file transfer to the Genie TS.  Note that firmware changes require a device reset command from the Camera Informtion Controls.

  • Page 89: Network Overview & Tools

     Windows and Genie are still running the DHCP process in the background. If a DHCP server becomes available on the network, the NIC will get a DHCP assigned IP address for the connected device but connections on the LLA IP address will be lost.

  • Page 90: Dhcp (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

     This IP configuration mode requires a DHCP server to allocate an IP address dynamically over the range of some defined subnet. The Genie camera must be configured to have DHCP enabled. This is the factory default setting.  The DHCP server is part of a managed network. Windows itself does not provide a DHCP server function therefore a dedicated DHCP server is required.

  • Page 91: Persistent Ip

    Teledyne DALSA Network Configuration tool includes a function to recover a Genie camera with an unknown persistent IP and set the Genie to the factory default setting, i.e. DHCP/LLA mode. The camera MAC address must be known to use this function.
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  • Page 93: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Genie TS Mechanical Specifications Note: Genie TS with M42x1 Lens Mount Technical Specifications  91 Genie_TS_Series GigE Vision Camera...

  • Page 94: Nikon F Bayonet To M42X1 Adapter

    Nikon F Bayonet to M42x1 Adapter Nikon F Bayonet to M42x1 Adapter 92  Technical Specifications Genie_TS_Series GigE Vision Camera...

  • Page 95: Genie Ts Identification

    The following figure specifies sensor alignment for Genie TS where all specifications define the absolute maximum tolerance allowed for production cameras. Dimensions "x, y, z", are in microns and referenced to the Genie TS mechanical body or the optical focal plane (for the z-axis dimension). Theta specifies the sensor rotation relative to the sensor's center and Genie mechanical.

  • Page 96: Connectors

    Connectors  A single RJ45 Ethernet connector for control and video data to the host Gigabit NIC. Genie supports a screw lock Ethernet cable (see "Ruggedized RJ45 Ethernet Cables" on page 105).  A single 4-pin Iris connector for lens control ...

  • Page 97: Video Iris Connector Details

    Video Iris Connector Details  Support for industry standard motorized C-Mount lenses.  The Genie TS Auto-iris pinout supports both the Video and DC signal modes.  If a lens with a nonstandard Auto-iris pin out is used, the camera will: ...

  • Page 98: Genie Ts Input Signals Electrical Specifications

    Genie TS Input Signals Electrical Specifications External Inputs Block Diagram External Input Details  Opto-coupled (2.4V to 24V, 16mA minimum) with internal current limit.  Selectable input trigger threshold levels for TTL, 12V, and 24V signal inputs (see lineDetectionLevel feature).

  • Page 99: Genie Ts Output Signals Electrical Specifications

    Maximum output voltage 26V at 10 mA Computer Requirements for Genie Cameras The following information is a guide to computer and networking equipment required to support the Genie camera at maximum performance. The Genie camera series complies with the current IPv4 Internet Protocol, therefore current Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) equipment should provide trouble free performance.

  • Page 100: Ethernet Switch Requirements

    Important: The maximum frame rate possible from a large number of Genie cameras which are simultaneously triggered will depend on the Genie model, frame size, and network details. Each imaging system should be tested for frame rate limits. Ethernet to Fiber-Optic Interface Requirements In cases of camera-to-PC separations of more than 100 meters but an Ethernet switch is not desired, a fiber-optic media converter can be used.

  • Page 101: Ec & Fcc Declaration Of Conformity

    EC & FCC Declaration of Conformity Technical Specifications  99 Genie_TS_Series GigE Vision Camera...
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  • Page 103: Additional Reference Information

    Lens Selection Overview This section provides a general overview to selecting a lens for the various models of Genie TS. The first two lens parameters, Lens Mount and Lens Image Circle, are based on correctly matching the lens to the Genie TS model used. Brief information on other lens parameters to consider follows those sections.

  • Page 104: Additional Lens Parameters (Application Specific)

    An abridged list of lens parameters follows – all of which need to be matched to the application.  Focal Length: Defines the focus point of light from infinity. This parameter is related to the Genie mount (C or CS mount). See Camera Specifications — Back Focal Distance. ...

  • Page 105: Filters

    Filters Genie TS cameras are responsive to infrared (IR) wavelengths of light. To prevent infrared from distorting the acquisitions, use a “hot mirror” or IR cutoff filter that transmits visible wavelengths but does not transmit wavelengths over 750nm. Lens Modeling Any lens surrounded by air can be modeled for camera purposes using three primary points: the first and second principal points and the second focal point.

  • Page 106: Sensor Handling Instructions

    Scratches can be caused by improper handling, cleaning or storage of the camera. When handling or storing the Genie camera without a lens, always install the C-mount protective cap. Scratches diffract incident illumination. When exposed to uniform illumination, a sensor with a scratched window will normally have brighter pixels adjacent to darker pixels.

  • Page 107: Ruggedized Rj45 Ethernet Cables

    Components Express Inc. has available an industrial RJ45 CAT6 cable that on one end has a molded shroud assembly with top/bottom thumbscrews, while the other end has a standard RJ45. This cable is recommended when Genie is installed in a high vibration environment.
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  • Page 109: Troubleshooting

    Device Not Available A red X over the GigE server tray icon indicates that the Genie device is not found. This indicates either a major camera fault or condition such as disconnected power, or a network issue where there is no communication.
  • Page 110 Configuration tool and network optimization foe GigE Vision cameras and devices. Multiple Camera Issues  When using multiple cameras with a computer with multiple NIC ports, confirm each Genie has been assigned an IP address by checking the GigE server. ...

  • Page 111: Verifying Network Parameters

    This section covers issues that are apparent after installation or are indicated by the GigE server tray icon showing a warning symbol. The Windows XP Firewall Service Can Not Start After installing Windows XP Service Pack 2 or 3, the Windows Firewall service will not start. Problems with the Genie camera or Framework may include: ...

  • Page 112: Device Available With Operational Issues

    With only two cables connected to Genie, possible cabling issues are limited. Power supply problems:  If the Genie status LED is off, the DC supply power is not connected or faulty. Verify the power supply voltage. Communication Problems: ...

  • Page 113: Acquisition Error Without Timeout Messages

    Camera is functional but frame rate is lower than expected  Verify Ethernet link speed. If the LAN connection is limited to 100 Mbps, the Genie TS frame rate maximum will be limited once the internal buffers are filled. See the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging manual for information on network optimizations.

  • Page 114: Camera Is Functional, Frame Rate Is As Expected, But Image Is Black

     Using CamExpert set the Genie to output its Internal Pattern Generator. This step is typically done for any camera installation to quickly verify the Genie and its software package. See "Internal Test Image Generator" on page 68 for information on using CamExpert to select internal patterns from Genie.

  • Page 115: Contact Information

    Contact Information Sales Information Visit our web site: www.teledynedalsa.com/mv mailto:info@teledynedalsa.com Email: Canada USA Sales Teledyne DALSA — Montreal office Teledyne DALSA — Billerica office 7075 Place Robert-Joncas, Suite #142 700 Technology Park Drive St. Laurent, Quebec, Canada Billerica, Ma. H4M 2Z2 01821 Tel: (514) 333-1301...

  • Page 116: Technical Support

    Technical Support Submit any support question or request via our web site: Technical support form via our web page: Support requests for imaging product installations, Support requests for imaging applications http://www.teledynedalsa.com/mv/support Camera support information Product literature and driver updates 114  Contact Information Genie_TS_Series GigE Vision Camera...

  • Page 117: Glossary Of Terms

    Glossary of Terms Address Resolution Protocol provides a way to retrieve the MAC address associated to an IP address. Bandwidth Describes the measure of data transfer capacity. CAT5e Ethernet cable Category 5e was designed for transmission speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second (Gigabit Ethernet). CAT6 Ethernet cable Same as Category 5e, except that it is made to a higher standard.
  • Page 118 Link-Local Address is a protocol providing a scheme for devices to automatically assign themselves an IP address and check for IP conflict. Used in unmanaged networks. Network Interface Card/Controller. For the Genie products the NIC must be a Gigabit Ethernet interface to provide sufficient bandwidth.
  • Page 119 Random Noise Random noise is defined as the difference in peak to peak value for any single pixel repetitively sampled, with the sensor in darkness. For digital cameras the measurement is based on at least 512 samples from any pixel. Router A Router device forwards packets across networks.
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  • Page 121: Index

    GenICam compliant, 19 back focal length, 103 GenICam Specification, 7, 8, 19 Binning, 67 Genie connectors, 16 binning modes, 67 Genie flash memory, 22 Genie identifier, 23 Genie rear view, 16 Genie software package, 20 Gigabit NIC, 15 camera interfacing tool, 27...
  • Page 122 lens adapter, 7 Sapera LT Development Library, 20 lens parameters, 101, 102 Sapera LT User’s manual, 20 light source aging, 102 Sapera Run-time, 19 limited or no connectivity, 87 Sapera version, 7 line rate, 11 secure Ethernet cable, 105 Link-Local Address, 18 secured Ethernet cable, 110 Linux Package, 7 sensor controls, 32, 37, 43, 49, 61, 69, 70, 72, 77, 83...

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