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Megapixel FireWire Camera
Megapixel FireWire Camera
System Guide
System Guide
PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series Cameras
PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series Cameras
Imaging Modules
Cameras
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- Page 1 Megapixel FireWire Camera Megapixel FireWire Camera System Guide System Guide PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series Cameras PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series Cameras Imaging Modules Cameras Copyright © 2000–2004 PixeLINK. All Rights Reserved. PixeLINK 3030 Conroy Road • Ottawa, Ontario • K1G 6C2 •...
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Page 2: Copyright Notice
System Guide or the examples herein. PixeLINK assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this System Guide, loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of this product, any damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result of malfunction or repair, or any other damage related to the use of this product or associated documentation. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Still Mode Exposure....................21 4.2.1 Using PL-A650 and PL-A660 Series Cameras in Still Mode ........22 4.2.2 Using PL-A630 and PL-A640 Series Cameras in Still Mode ........22 4.2.3 Using External Triggering, Flash and Shutter Signals ..........23 Appendix A. - Page 4 Figure 2.4 Camera, Top, Side and End Views................8 Figure 2.5 Camera, Bottom View (Showing Mount Holes)............9 Figure 2.6 PL-A650 Series Imaging Module (PL-A630 Series similar) ........10 Figure 2.7 FireWire Interface Board (product may not be exactly as shown)......10 Figure 2.8 External Power Header, Oriented as in Figure 2.9 ..........
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction The PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera PixeLINK 1.3 Megapixel FireWire (IEEE 1394) Cameras offer a fast and affordable means of viewing and capturing high quality color images on a desktop or laptop computer. The cameras are connected to a host computer by a single FireWire interface and all camera functions are controlled by the computer. -
Page 6: Topics Covered In This Guide
PPENDIX LOSSARY Topics Covered in this Guide This Guide provides a reference for the PixeLINK camera hardware, firmware and system software for the camera models listed in Table 1.1 above. Users should consult this Guide … … before using the Enhanced Control header on a PixeLINK Imaging Module …... -
Page 7: Macintosh
ACC). Please contact your local PixeLINK dealer for more information. Camera Accessories Accessories such as tripod mounts, lenses, laptop accessory kits and hands-free switches are available from PixeLINK. For a current list of accessories, visit the PixeLINK Web site at http://www.pixelink.com/ or contact your PixeLINK vendor. PixeLINK... -
Page 8: The Pixelink Camera Application Programming Interface
The PixeLINK Camera Application Programming Interface (API) offers application software developers a means to adapt existing programs or develop new imaging applications for PixeLINK cameras. The API is designed to simplify the most common tasks associated with configuring and controlling the cameras. Applications can also leverage the advanced command and control capabilities to enable enhanced functions via available I²C or general purpose I/O connectors. - Page 9 PixeLINK Capture Features and operation of the Mac OS X version of Using PixeLINK Cameras with QuickTime Video Panels. PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera API Reference, Release 3.2 • [Applies to Microsoft Windows only] This manual provides a reference for the PixeLINK Camera API and related software.
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Page 10: Hardware Overview
(IR) filter. Three mounting holes are provided in the rear of the unit for mounting to a fixture or the compatible PixeLINK 1/4-20 mount accessory. See Figure 2.2 and Figure 2.3 (on page 7) for locations of hardware features. -
Page 11: Figure 2.2 Camera Features, Top View
A. G PPENDIX LOSSARY Figure 2.2 Camera Features, Top View Figure 2.3 Camera Features, Bottom View PixeLINK PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series Cameras Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright © 2000–2004 PixeLINK System Guide All Rights Reserved... -
Page 12: Pl-A640 And Pl-A660 Camera Dimensions
A641 and PL-A642 cameras differ only in the configuration of the C-mount and infra-red (IR) filter. All measurements are ± 0.01 inches (0.3 mm). Figure 2.4 Camera, Top, Side and End Views PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series Cameras PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright ©... -
Page 13: Pl-A630 And Pl-A650 Series Imaging Module Hardware
2.3.1 Imaging Module Assembly As shown in Figure 2.6 (on page 10), each PixeLINK imaging module consists of two boards: an Imaging Assembly (the top board) and a FireWire Interface Board (the bottom board, also shown in Figure 2.7 (on page 10). Note that an imaging module might not be exactly as shown, depending on the model. -
Page 14: Figure 2.6 Pl-A650 Series Imaging Module (Pl-A630 Series Similar)
Board External Power Header FireWire Connectors igure 2.6 PL-A650 Series Imaging Module (PL-A630 Series similar) 5 Volt Power LED 3.3 Volt Power LED Firmware Status LED Figure 2.7 FireWire Interface Board (product may not be exactly as shown) PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series Cameras... -
Page 15: Firewire Interface Board Leds
Table 2.2 (on page 12) for PL-A653 and PL-A654 imaging modules, and in Table 2.3 (on page 13) for PL-A633 and PL-A634 imaging modules. PixeLINK PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series Cameras Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright © 2000–2004 PixeLINK... -
Page 16: Figure 2.9 Enhanced Control/External Power Headers (May Not Be Exactly As Shown)
Refer to the PixeLINK API functions PimMegaCaptureFrameToBitmap and PimMegaReturnStillFrame. Ground General purpose output—5 V HCMOS output. Refer to the PixeLINK API functions PimMegaGetGpo and PimMegaSetGpo. Ground VSYNC Vertical synchronization—5 V HCMOS output; active high. Ground I²C interface clock —5 V HCMOS buffered output. -
Page 17: Pl-A650 Series Imaging Module Dimensions
Reset—TTL output; active low. Output is the Board-Level Camera reset signal to the external device. Reset/ Ground General purpose output—TTL output. Refer to PixeLINK API functions PimMegaGetGpo and PimMegaSetGpo. Ground Externa l flash—TTL output, 10 ms pulse; active high. Refe r to PixeLINK API functions PimMegaCaptureFrameToBitmap and PimMegaReturn StillFrame. -
Page 18: Pl-A630 Series Imaging Module Dimensions
2 PL-A650 Series Imaging M odule, Bottom View, Showing Mount Holes PL-A630 Series Imaging Module Dimensions For dimensions of the PL-A630 Series Imaging Modules, please contact PixeLINK support. ee page 25 for contact information.) PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series Cameras PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright ©... -
Page 19: Firewire Connectors And Multiple Cameras
LOSSARY FireWire Connectors and Multiple Cameras Each PixeLINK camera has two FireWire connectors (ports), allowing several devices to be daisy-chained. The connectors are identical and either may be used to connect to the computer. The other can be used to connect to other FireWire devices. -
Page 20: Attaching Lenses And Tripods
The imaging module can be mounting using the four standard standoffs attached to the Interface Board. PixeLINK offers custom mounting fixtures for attaching a tripod with a standard ¼–20 screw threading at a 90° angle to the Camera. The tripod mounts are specific to the type of camera. -
Page 21: Figure 2.13 Camera C-Mount (Pl-A650 And Pl-A660 Series Shown)
The swab should be damp but not dripping. Do not use acetone to clean the IR filter. PixeLINK PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series Cameras Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright © 2000–2004 PixeLINK System Guide All Rights Reserved... -
Page 22: Host Software Overview (Microsoft Windows)
Pixe LINK Camera: Receives commands Figure 3.1 Host Software Architecture and sends video data via FireWire The PixeLINK camera software consists of two types of software: the embedded cutable software that runs on the camera—that is, the firmware—and the host software that runs on the Windows system. -
Page 23: Software Components
User Application: A custom application, based on the PixeLINK API or DirectShow (both described below), controls the camera, retrieves data from it, and displays or stores the data. This application can be written by the user, provided by PixeLINK o incorporated into third-party software (in cooperation with PixeLINK). - Page 24 FireWire. An adapter card designed for desktop computers is included in selected PixeLINK camera kits. If the host desktop computer already ha s a FireWire port available, the card is not necessary.
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Page 25: Exposure Methods
Exposure Methods “Video Mode” and “Still Mode” refer to imager exposure methods. While all of the PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series cameras can operate i n either mode, only cameras equipped with Enhanced Control headers can be connected to external flash and shutter control ices (preferable for Still Mode). -
Page 26: Using Pl-A650 And Pl-A660 Series Cameras In Still Mode
4.2.2 Using PL-A630 and PL-A640 Series Cameras in Still Mode When in Still Mode, the entire subwindow of a PL-A630 or PL-A640 Series camera is exposed simultaneously for a specified exposu re time, rather than using the row-by-row rolling shutter strategy of Video Mode. Exposure times can range from sub-milliseconds about half a second. -
Page 27: Using External Triggering, Flash And Shutter Signals
External flash and shutter control devices can be connected to cameras with Enhanced Control headers only (PL-A633, PL-A634, PL-A653, PL-A654). PixeLINK cameras with Enhanced Control headers can receive external triggering signals and can issue flash and shutter timing controls. These signals are controlled by the PimMegaReturnFrameAfterTrigger... -
Page 28: Appendix A. Glossary
The area exposed on the imager (not a window defined for viewing the image on the screen) TWAIN An image capture standard typically used as an interface between image processing software and a camera or scan PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series Cameras PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright © 2000–2004 PixeLINK... -
Page 29: Technical Support
A. G PPENDIX LOSSARY chnical Suppor Tech Notes Tech Notes o n a variety of topics are available on the PixeLINK Support Site, at http://supp ort.pixelink.com/. Download the Latest Software and Firmware We recommend that you check http://support.pixelink.com/ regularly for the latest ersions of your PixeLINK software and firmware. -
Page 30: Index
Video compression—19 s—11 Video mode—21, 22 Lens es—3, 6, 9, 16, 17 Windows—2, 4, 5, 11, 18 Mac OS X—2, PL-A630 to PL-A660 Series Cameras PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright © 2000–2004 PixeLINK System Guide All Rights Reserved...
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