Contents - THORLABS DCU223x Operation Manual And Sdk

1.5 Contents

The DCx Camera Manual contains all the information you need for operating your DCx camera. It comprises the
following parts:
Section A: Camera basics
In this section you will find a lot of important information on the technical background of your USB camera. This
section contains explanations on the DCx's
parameters , and the
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general functionality of the DCx Cameras.
Section B: Operation
Quick start to using your DCxCamera
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Installing and Using DCx Camera software
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These sections show how to connect cameras and start operation using the software tools uc480 Camera
Manager and uc480 Viewer.
Application notes by camera model
This section explains special features and limitations of some camera models.
Section C: Programming
First steps to programming with your DCxCamera
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How to proceed
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If you are not yet familiar with DCxCamera programming, we suggest that you first explore the basic functional
flows in this chapter. The function blocks contain almost all the functions available for the uc480 API ordered by
topics. The flowcharts help to easily find the appropriate API function for a certain task.
Description of functions
These chapters cover all the functions of the uc480 API in alphabetic order.
The AVI functions for video recording are implemented by the uc480_tools.dll which is also included in the
DCxCamera software package.
Obsolete functions
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This chapter lists obsolote API functions and recommended alternatives.
Lists and programming notes
In this chapter, you will find useful information on how to use the DCxCamera programming API. Programming
environments, modes for DCxCamera color and image display as well as the automatic image control functions
are discussed here.
Section D: Specifications
Specifications
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All information on the camera's
are contained in this section.
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Accessories
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Here you will find a list of accessories for DCx Cameras sorted by model.
Appendix
Information on Troubleshooting
Status LEDs on USB DCx
Color and memory formats
uc480 parameter file (ini file)
Definition of IP protection classes
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operating modes
USB interfaces. We recommend to read this chapter to become familiar with the
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/Description of AVI functions
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sensor and performance
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cameras
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, on sensor technology
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, mechanical as well as
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1 General Information
, important camera
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electrical specifications
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