5.4.2 Trigger Delay
The total delay between the trigger edge and the camera exposure consists of the delay in the
frame grabber and the camera (Fig. 5.12). Usually, the delay in the frame grabber is relatively
large to avoid accidental triggers caused by voltage spikes (see Fig. 5.13). The trigger can also
be delayed by the property Trigger.Delay.
T r i g g e r S o u r c e
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Figure 5.12: Trigger Delay visualisation from the trigger source to the camera
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Figure 5.13: Timing Diagram for Trigger Delay
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