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Access Via CamExpert........................33 Power-up Configuration (Saved User Settings)................34 Power-up Parameter List ......................... 35 Power-up Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications..........35 Camera Information via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications........36 ..........................37 ENSOR ONTROLS Sensor Parameters: Controls Via CamExpert ................37 Gain and Black Level Controls.......................39 Gain and Offset Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications......39 Partial Scan—Window ROI ......................40...
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& G ............73 SING XPERT TO SET ETWORK ISION ARAMETERS CamExpert GigE Vision Parameters ....................73 Network Controls via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications ........75 ......................76 APERA UPPORTED EATURES Accessing Features with Sapera++ LT ..................76 Feature Type STRING........................77 Feature Type ENUM........................77 Feature Type INT32........................79 Feature Type BOOL........................80 Feature Summary List by Function Group ..................81...
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RJ45 LAN Ethernet Connector Details ..................108 LED..........................108 AMERA TATUS ........................109 PTICAL ONSIDERATIONS Illumination...........................109 Light Sources ..........................109 Filters............................109 Lens Modeling..........................109 Magnification and Resolution.......................110 ........................111 ELECTION VERVIEW Lens Mount ...........................111 Lens Sensor Size..........................111 Additional Lens Parameters (application specific)...............112 .......................112 ENSOR ANDLING NSTRUCTIONS Electrostatic Discharge and the CCD Sensor................112 Protecting Against Dust, Oil and Scratches .................113 Cleaning the Sensor Window ......................113...
Genie Monochrome Series Overview Description The Genie monochrome camera family form a series of affordable, easy to use digital cameras specifically engineered for industrial imaging applications. Genie cameras combine standard gigabit Ethernet technology with the DALSA Trigger-to-Image-Reliability framework to dependably capture and transfer images from the camera to the host PC.
Genie Application Advantages Available in a number of resolutions Compact, rugged design GigE Vision 1.0 compliant Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) interconnection to a computer via standard CAT5e or CAT6 cables Connection to the host computer NIC through a GigE network switch ...
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Input Voltage CR-GM0x-xxxxx models: +11 to +25.2 Volts DC at 0.6 Amp minimum, (over voltage–reverse voltage protected) CR-GENx-xxxxx models: +11 to +13 Volts DC at 0.6 Amp minimum, (note – these models are being phased out) Software Product Number Genie Framework composed of the Sapera Network Imaging Package, Genie Imaging Included with Genie distribution Driver and latest Genie Firmware.
Camera Performance Specifications Specifications for each available sensor are listed after the general Genie camera specifications. Camera Controls Synchronization Modes Free running and Triggered Synchronous and Reset mode Software trigger (through Ethernet) Exposure Modes Programmable (1µs granularity, minimum (see sensor data) – maximum 16s) Pulse controlled Trigger Input Opto-isolated, 2V to 12V typical, 2mA min.
Certifications EN55022, class A, Radio Disturbance Characteristics EN61000-4-2, Electrostatic discharge immunity test EN61000-4-3, Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test EN61000-4-4, Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test EN61000-4-6, Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields Part 15, class A see "EC & FCC Declaration of Conformity"...
Supported Industry Standards Genie cameras are 100% compliant with the GigE Vision 1.0 specification which defines the communication interface protocol used by any GigE Vision device. The device description and capabilities are contained in an XML file. For more information see: http://www.machinevisiononline.org/public/articles/index.cfm?cat=167 Genie cameras implement a superset of the GenICam™...
Application Development Overview Sapera LT Library with optional Processing Sapera LT is a powerful development library for image acquisition and control. Sapera LT provides a single API across current and future DALSA hardware. Sapera LT delivers a comprehensive feature set including program portability, versatile camera controls, flexible display functionality and management, plus easy to use application development wizards.
Installing the Genie Camera Warning! (Grounding Instructions) Static electricity can damage electronic components. Please discharge any static electrical charge by touching a grounded surface, such as the metal computer chassis, before performing any hardware installation. If you do not feel comfortable performing the installation, please consult a qualified technician. GigE Network Adapter Guideline If the computer to be used with the Genie camera does not have a Gigabit network adapter or second built in Gigabit NIC, a PCI bus Gigabit Network Interface Card (NIC) needs to be installed.
Installation Overview & Preparations The Genie camera installation generally follows the sequence described below. Detailed installation instructions follow this overview. This section also provides important information to prevent operational faults due to ESD (electrostatic discharge) in Genie installations. Network and Computer Overview ...
Installation Overview Before connecting power to the camera, test all power supplies. Power supplies must meet the requirements defined in section "Genie Signal Electrical Details" on page 105. Apply power to the camera. Connect Genie to the computer GigE network adapter or to the Ethernet switch via a CAT5e or CAT6 Ethernet cable.
Preventing Operational Faults due to ESD Genie camera installations which do not protect against ESD (electrostatic discharge) may exhibit operational faults. Problems such as random packet loss, random camera resets, and random loss of Ethernet connections, may all be solved by proper ESD management. The Genie camera when used with a simple power supply and Ethernet cable, is not properly connected to earth ground and therefore is susceptible to ESD caused problems.
Genie CD Package Installation The Genie Framework software package and Sapera runtime provides all components required to control the Genie with the supplied CamExpert tool. Genie Framework software components include the Network Imaging driver (refer to the DALSA Network Imaging package manual), the Sapera GigE server, and CamExpert (if Sapera LT library is not installed).
Connect the Genie Camera Connect a power supply to the Genie camera and an Ethernet cable from the Genie to the host computer. Once communication with the host computer is started the automatic IP configuration sequence will assign an LLA IP address as described in section "Genie IP Configuration Sequence"...
Status LED Codes The camera is equipped with a LED to display the operational status of the camera. When more than one condition is active, the LED color indicates the condition with the highest priority (such as an acquisition in progress has more priority than a valid IP address assignment).
Genie IP Configuration Sequence The Genie IP (Internet Protocol) Configuration sequence to assign an IP address is executed automatically on camera power-up or when connected to a network. As a GigE Vision compliant device, Genie attempts to assign an IP address as follows. For any GigE Vision device, the IP configuration protocol sequence is: ...
Optimizing the Network Adapter used with Genie Most Gigabit network interface controllers (NIC) allow user modifications to parameters such as Adapter Buffers and Jumbo Frames. These should be optimized for use with the Genie during the installation. Refer to the DALSA Network Imaging package manual for optimization information.
Updating Genie Firmware The Genie firmware may need to be updated to correspond with the currently installed Genie software framework. After installing the new Genie software package and Genie camera, update the firmware by following this procedure. Important: Make sure that no Sapera application (such as CamExpert) is controlling the Genie camera. ...
The firmware update is complete when the lower message output area says "Device reset complete". Close the Device Manager program. Wait for the GigE Server to find the Genie again, then run CamExpert to test the Genie operation (as described below).
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”...
Silent Installation of Genie Framework The Genie Framework installation can be integrated within a developer's installation procedure. The silent installation mode allows the Genie Framework installation to proceed without the need for mouse clicks from a user. Two steps are required: ...
Windows Embedded 7 platform provided that the required components are installed. Teledyne DALSA provides answer files (.xml) for use during a Windows Embedded 7 installation that install all necessary components for running Sapera LT 32-bit or 64-bit versions (SDK or Runtime), Sapera Processing 32-bit or 64-bit versions (SDK or Runtime), Teledyne DALSA framegrabbers or Genie devices.
Operational Reference Camera and Sensor Information Camera and sensor information can be retrieved via a controlling application. Parameters such as camera model, firmware version, sensor characteristics, etc. are read to uniquely identify the connected Genie device. All these features, with the exception of the DeviceUserId, are read-only. Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant calls are used to retrieve this information and correctly identify the camera along with its characteristics.
Read Only Parameters Parameter Description Device Vendor For the Genie Monochrome series, this is always DALSA. Device Model Name Displays the device model name (for example, Genie M640). Device Version Displays the device version which includes the firmware release and build.. Firmware Version Displays the currently loaded firmware version manufacturer's code.
Power-up Parameter List The user-defined Camera Configuration saves in camera memory features that can be configured by the user. The following table lists most of these parameters. Parameter Description Region of interest used to crop the image Pixel Format Defines the pixel format (MONO8) Frame Rate Defines the frame rate for free run mode.
Camera Information via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications Genie Sapera parameters for Camera and Sensor Information: Interface = {GigE Vision} DeviceVendorName = “DALSA” DeviceModelName = “Genie M640” for Genie M640 Sapera DeviceVersion = String representing the version of the camera FirmwareVersion = String representing the version of the camera firmware DeviceID = String representing the camera serial number MACAddress = String representing the camera MAC address...
Sensor Controls Genie provides a number of sensor controls to optimize image acquisitions for most imaging solutions. Following is an overview of the CamExpert controls displaying this information, followed by individual control function descriptions and tables indicating the feature name associated to Sapera LT and to GigE Vision Compliant development environments.
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User Set Parameters Parameter Description Frame Rate (in Hz) Specifies the internal trigger frame rate for free run mode, in Hz. Possible values range from 0.1 to 64.0 Hz for Genie M640 in full scan mode. (Note: the Sapera SDK specifies the frame rate in milliHertz). The maximum frame rate increases by using binning (see below) or partial scan (see "Partial Scan—Window ROI"...
Gain and Black Level Controls The Genie series of monochrome cameras provide gain and black level adjustments for the analog signal from each CCD pixel, before the analog to digital conversion. The software 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.
Partial Scan—Window ROI Partial Scan (vertical cropping) The Partial Scan mode, also know as vertical cropping, reduces the number of video lines grabbed for a frame. By not scanning the full vertical area of the sensor, the maximum possible acquisition frame rate is proportionately increased (for examples see table below).
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The following chart is generated using the frame rate value examples above and allows the user to visually estimate frame rates for a chosen vertical crop value. Frame Rates 700.0 600.0 M640 500.0 M1024 400.0 M1280 M1400 300.0 M1410 200.0 M1600 100.0 Vertical Lines Captured...
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Partial Scan (horizontal cropping) Genie also can crop the acquisition horizontally by grabbing less pixels on each horizontal line. Additionally a horizontal offset value will start the grab from any pixel count, as shown in the following figure. Note that horizontal cropping does not increase the maximum frame rate due to the CCD readout architecture.
Window ROI Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications Genie Sapera parameters for Partial Scan and Window ROI: Width = Buffer width in pixels (must be an even value) Height = Buffer height in lines OffsetX = Horizontal Offset of the leftmost pixel relative to the sensor (must be an even value) Sapera OffsetY = Vertical offset in lines of the uppermost pixel relative to the sensor PixelFormat = {Monochrome 8-bit, Monochrome 10-bit}...
CamExpert Image Buffer and ROI Parameters CamExpert provides controls to configure acquisitions via the Image Buffer and ROI Parameters tab. The image buffer can be easily cropped as desired. Below is the CamExpert dialog and parameter descriptions follow. Parameter Description Pixel Format For the Genie Monochrome series, the image buffer format is Monochrome 8-bit or 10-bit.
Binning Binning is the process where the charge on two (or more) adjacent pixels is combined. This results in increased light sensitivity since there is twice the sensor area to capture photons. The sensor spatial resolution is reduced but the improved low-light sensitivity plus lower signal-noise ratio may solve a difficult imaging situation.
Binning Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications Genie Sapera parameters for Binning: BinningHorizontal = {Disabled = 1, 2 pixels = 2} BinningVertical = {Disabled = 1, 2 lines = 2} Sapera In CamExpert, these parameters are available under the “Sensor” tab. See "Accessing Features with Sapera++ LT"...
Exposure Controls Exposure Control modes define the method and timing of how to control the sensor integration period. The integration period is the amount of time the sensor is exposed to incoming light before the video frame data is transmitted to the controlling computer. ...
Free-running Programmable Exposure Timing External Trigger Programmable Exposure Also known as “Edge Pre-select” exposure. See the timing diagram below. The external trigger edge initiates the exposure process. The active external trigger edge can be selected as either the low-high or high-low transition. ...
External Trigger Level-controlled Exposure Also known as “Pulse Width Control” exposure. See the timing diagram below. The external trigger edge initiates the exposure process. The active external trigger edge can be selected as either the low-high or high-low transition. ...
Exposure Controls via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications Genie Sapera parameters for Exposure Control: FrameRate = 0.1 Hz up to max. frame rate supported by sensor in current mode of operation. Only available with Trigger disabled. ExposureMode = {Programmable = 1, Pulse Controlled = 2} Sapera ExposureTime = Exposure duration in µs NoiseReductor = {Enable = 1 (default), Disable = 0} Disable to maximize MTF.
Synchronization Timing Genie supports two types of sensor synchronization used to align the exposure to sensor timing: Synchronous Mode: Exposure is synchronous to the line timing of the sensor. Exposure granularity is 1µs and the readout can be concurrent to the exposure for the fastest possible frame rate. ...
Reset Mode Exposure starts immediately after a valid trigger. There is no jitter on the start of exposure. Exposure time is programmable or controlled by the trigger pulse width. Minimum exposure is the sensor minimum (see Genie Sensor Overview) – maximum is 16 seconds, with control steps of 1µs.
CamExpert I/O Controls Dialog CamExpert groups the Genie I/O Controls Parameters in one group. These parameters allow configuring the Genie inputs and outputs for type of signal and signal polarity. The screen capture below shows the CamExpert I/O parameters dialog and is followed by a descriptive overview. Detailed information on inputs and outputs follow this section.
General Inputs External Input Signal Opto-coupler & Debounce Circuit Genie provides two sets of opto-coupled inputs for either RS422 or TTL signals. These can be used as external trigger sources. See "12-Pin Hirose Connector Signal Details" on page 104 for connector pinout and electrical information.
Strobe and General Outputs Genie provides two sets of opto-coupled outputs (see "External Outputs" on page 107). These can be used as a strobe signal to control lighting or to generate programmable pulses when specific events are generated by the camera.
Open and Close Output Settings You can open and close the output circuit using software rather than hardware events, to control external devices. To control the output setting with Sapera LT see "Output Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications"...
Pulse On Valid Trigger Event Mode The Pulse On Valid Trigger event mode generates an output signal when a valid input trigger is received. Pulse On Invalid Trigger Event Mode This event mode generates an output signal when an invalid input trigger is received. An invalid trigger is any trigger received while the camera is engaged in frame acquisition (exposure and readout) and cannot accept trigger inputs.
Pulse On Start of Readout Event Mode The Pulse On Start of Readout event mode generates an output signal when the camera begins a readout operation from the sensor. Pulse On End of Readout Event Mode The Pulse On End of Readout event mode generates an output signal when the camera finishes a readout operation from the sensor.
Pulse On End of Acquisition Event Mode The Pulse On End of Acquisition event mode generates an output signal when the acquisition process is terminated using software. Pulse On Input 1 or Input 2 Event Modes The Pulse On Input 1 or Input 2 event modes generate an output signal when the specified input signal is asserted. Operational Reference ...
Output Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications Genie Sapera parameters for Strobe and General Outputs. See "Accessing Features with Sapera++ LT" on page OutputSelectorOutput_x = {Open = 0, Close = 1, Strobe On: Start of Exposure = 2, Pulse On: Valid Trigger = 4, Pulse On: Invalid Trigger = 5, Pulse On: Start of Readout = 6, Pulse On: End Sapera of Readout = 7, Pulse On: End of Acquisition = 8, Pulse On: Input 1 = 9, Pulse On: Input 2 =...
Flat Field (Image Shading) Correction Image Shading correction, also known as Flat Field Correction is the process of eliminating small gain differences between pixels in a sensor, eliminate sensor hotspots by automatically doing pixel replacement, and also to compensate for light distortion caused by a lens. That sensor when exposed to a uniformly lit field will have no gray level differences between pixels when calibrated flat field correction is applied to the image.
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Indicates one or more “hot” pixels Average dark pixel value Important: In this example, the average pixel value for the frame is close to black. Also note that most sensors will show a much higher maximum pixel value due to one or more "hot pixels". The sensor specification accounts for a small number of hot or stuck pixels (pixels that do not react to light over the full dynamic range specified for that sensor).
Minimum should not be black unless there is a “dead” pixel Maximum should not be peak white unless there is a “hot” pixel (i.e. 255 for 8-bit, 1023 for 10-bit) Average bright pixel value (bright gray but not white) Important: In this example, the average pixel value for the frame is bright gray. Also note that sensors may show a much higher maximum or a much lower minimum pixel value due to one or more "hot or dead pixels".
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Flat Field Calibration Window 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.
Using Flat Field Correction From the CamExpert menu bar enable Flat Field correction (Pre-Processing • Flat Field Correction • Hardware). Now when doing a live grab or snap, the incoming image is corrected by the current flat field calibration data for each pixel.
Image Flip Horizontal The Genie supports a software controlled horizontal flip function as shown in the following figure. The process is done in hardware with no loss of acquisition frame rate. Horizontal Flip Vertical As shown in the following figure, a vertical flip function is simply accomplished by mounting the Genie camera upside down and by programming the camera to do a horizontal flip.
Internal Image Test Patterns The Genie camera includes a built in test pattern generator that can be used to confirm camera Ethernet connections or driver installations, without the need for a camera lens or proper lighting. The pattern generator inserts video just after the sensor A/D converter, therefore Genie processing such as the LUT act on the generator images or on sensor images.
Test Image Select via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications Genie Sapera parameters for Image Test Patterns: TestImageSelector = {Off = 0, Grey Horizontal Ramp = 1, Grey Vertical Ramp = 2, Grey Diagonal Ramp Moving = 3, Purity = 4} Sapera In CamExpert, these parameters are available in the “Sensor”...
Feature Event Name Description (case sensitive strings) Start of Trigger Trigger is valid based on the programmed trigger parameters Start of Exposure Exposure has started End of Exposure Exposure is complete End of Acquisition Transfer of image is terminated from camera. This does not mean that the host PC has received all data packets.
Using CamExpert to set Network & GigE Vision Parameters This section describes how to optimize the network configuration for maximum Genie bandwidth. Optimization of these parameters is highly dependent on the number of cameras connected to a NIC, the data rate of each camera and the trigger modes used.
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Parameter Description IP Configuration Mode Default is DHCP/LLA mode. Select Persistent IP if manually setting the Genie IP address via the IP Address parameter. IP Address Displays the Genie IP address. Allows setting the IP address when the mode is Persistent IP. Network Configuration Mode Specifies the Network Configuration Mode as either Automatic, Manual, or Optimize.
Network Controls via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications Genie Sapera parameters for Network Configuration: NetworkConfigurationMode = {Automatic = 0, Manual = 1, Optimize = 2} InterPacketDelay = Minimum delay in µs between image packets PacketSize = Image packet size in bytes Sapera HeartbeatTimeout = Heartbeat period (watchdog) in ms before camera disconnect MaximumPacketResend = Sets percentage of packets that can be resent per frame...
GevSupportedOptionalCommandsConcatenation = Indicates if multiple operations in a single message are supported.GevHeartbeatTimeout = Current heartbeat timeout in milliseconds. GevTimestampTickFrequency = 64-bit value indicating the number of timestamp clock ticks in 1 second. GevTimestampControlLatch = Latches the current timestamp value of the device. GevTimestampControlReset = Resets the timestamp count of the device.
Feature Type STRING Feature Name Acces W-Mode Type Value Server Name Invalid STRING Genie_M640_1 (example) Number of Features Invalid STRING (number dependent on firmware version) DeviceVendorName Invalid STRING DALSA DeviceModelName Invalid STRING Genie M640 (example) DeviceVersion Invalid STRING 1452 (example) FirmwareVersion Invalid STRING...
LoadCameraConfigurationSelector N.conn ENUM Factory Default = 0 Camera Configuration 1 = 1 IPConfigurationMode N.acq ENUM DHCP/LLA mode = 0 Persistent IP mode = 1 NetworkConfigurationMode N.conn ENUM Automatic = 0 Manual = 1 Feature Type INT32 The feature list for type INT32 has an additional column 'Exponent' which defines the feature's native unit. This exponent value is used as a unit multiplier so that the feature value is expressed as an integer, not a decimal number.
Feature Summary List by Function Group This section lists Genie features by function group. This simplifies identifying which features are involved with specific Genie operations (an example would be configuring and activating external trigger). For details about each feature, refer to the previous section where features are listed by data type. Device Feature Type...
Feature Interdependence Diagrams The following diagrams describe operational feature availability which are dependent on user selected modes. These diagrams show what features are set to a value, and they show which feature parameters remain as user variables. Each diagram uses the following symbol set to indicate the dependent action type. gray box User Action Function Enabled...
Output Selector Output X Selector Output X Pulse Delay Open Close Output X Pulse Duration Strobe On: Start of Exposure Output X Polarity Pulse On: End of Exposure Pulse On: Valid Trigger Pulse On: Invalid Trigger Pulse On: Start of Readout Pulse On: End of Readout Output X Pulse Delay Pulse On: End of Acquisition...
Accessing the Genie User Buffer Genie cameras have unallocated memory available to the user for random data storage. This user buffer is a feature of type SapFeature::TypeBuffer. Any type of Sapera buffer is valid as long as the buffer size in bytes is less than 4k. Access to this user buffer is by the same API as any Genie feature access.
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// Get max only works with 1.40.01.0192 or higher. #if 0 if( !feature.GetMax( &userBufferSize) ) printf("Error during GetMax!\n"); return FALSE; printf("User Buffer size = %d", userBufferSize); #else userBufferSize = 4*1024; #endif SapBuffer *Buffers= new SapBuffer(1, userBufferSize, 1, CORBUFFER_VAL_FORMAT_MONO8); if( !Buffers->Create()) printf("Error during Buffers creation!\n");...
Network Overview & Tools Genie IP Configuration Mode Details The following descriptions provide more information on the IP configuration modes supported by Genie. In general automatic IP configuration assignment (LLA/DHCP) is sufficient for most Genie installations. Please refer to the DALSA Network Imaging Package manual for information on the DALSA Network Configuration tool and network optimization for GigE Vision cameras and devices.
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 settings.
Persistent IP This configuration is only suggested if the user fully controls the assignment of IP addresses on the network. The GigE Vision camera is forced a static IP address. The NIC IP address must use the same subnet otherwise the camera is not accessible.
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Default LLA mode Persistent IP Mode Attached cameras are automatically assigned NIC and cameras are manually assigned IP IP addresses on the NIC Subnet addresses within the same Subnet 169.254. 169.254. 169.254. xxx.xxx xxx.xxx xxx.xxx xxx.xxx.xxx.xx2 xxx.xxx.xxx.xx3 xxx.xxx.xxx.xx4 Subnet 169.254.xxx.xxx Subnet xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx Subnet mask 255.255.0.0...
Sapera CamExpert Guide Using CamExpert with Genie Monochrome Cameras CamExpert is the camera interfacing tool supported by the Sapera library. When used with a Genie camera, CamExpert allows a user to test all Genie 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).
CamExpert Panes The CamExpert application uses 5 windows to simplify choosing and configuring camera files or acquisition parameters for the installed device. Device Selector pane: View and select from any installed Sapera acquisition device. Once a device is selected CamExpert will only present acquisition parameters applicable to that device.
Acquisition control button: Click once to start live grab, click again to stop. Single frame grab: Click to acquire one frame from device. Software trigger button: With the I/O control parameters set to Trigger Enabled / Software Trigger type, click to send a single software trigger command. CamExpert display controls: (these do not modify the frame buffer data) Stretch image to fit, set image display to original size, or zoom the image to...
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10-bit Invert LUT CamExpert available LUT examples are briefly described below. The LUT function graphic simplifies understanding the operation especially when user settings modify the LUT function. Normal (default): modifies all LUT entries using a linear mapping such that a gray level input is equal to the output ...
Technical Specifications Mechanical Specifications The following sections show 3D views and the mechanical dimensions for Genie with C-mount or CS-mount, and also for Genie with right-angled lens mounts. Additional notes follow the figures. Genie 3D View with C-mount and CS-mount Technical Specifications ...
Additional Notes on Genie Mechanical Genie supports a screw lock Ethernet cable (see "Ruggedized RJ45 Ethernet Cables" on page 114). For information on Genie lens requirements see "Optical Considerations" on page 109. Lens flange focal distance = 17.52 mm. Lens flange focal distance = 12.52 mm for CS-mount. The camera top also has four mounting holes in identical locations.
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 114). A single 12-pin Hirose male connector for power, trigger and strobe signals. The suggested female cable mating connector is Hirose model HR10A-10P-12S.
Genie Signal Electrical Details Power Supply (pin 2): +12V DC nominal at 0.5 Amp minimum. (see Camera Performance Specifications) Over voltage and reverse voltage protection circuit built in. The protection circuit is reset by shutting down or disconnecting the power supply. ...
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3.3V Genie 4.7K Event Buffer Trigger Signal driver Debounce .01µf example 74HC244 Fairchild HMHA281R Hirose 12 connector TTL External Signal Example 3.3V Genie 4.7K Trigger Debounce Event Buffer .01µf Signal driver example Fairchild SN75179B HMHA281R Hirose 12 connector RS-422 External Signal Example 3.3V Genie 4.7K...
External Outputs Programmable output mode such as strobe, event notification, etc. (see "Output Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications" on page 62). Genie Output Signal Example 74LS14 PS2805-1 Hirose 12 connector Output Driving a TTL User Circuit The opto-coupler is typically a NEC PS2805-1 with the following characteristics.
RJ45 LAN Ethernet Connector Details The RJ45 LAN connector has two LEDs for network status conditions. The LED color codes are as follows. Network Connection Network Activity Green 100Mbps no network activity Orange 1000Mbps Yellow typically blinking – active Network Connection Network Activity The Genie LAN connector is a standard Ethernet socket.
Optical Considerations This section provides an overview to illumination, light sources, filters, lens modeling, and lens magnification. Each of these components contribute to the successful design of an imaging solution. Illumination The amount and wavelengths of light required to capture useful images depend on the particular application. Factors include the nature, speed, and spectral characteristics of objects being imaged, exposure times, light source characteristics, environmental and acquisition system specifics, and more.
Primary Points in a Lens System Magnification and Resolution The magnification of a lens is the ratio of the image size to the object size: Where m is the magnification, h’ is the image height (pixel size) and h is the object height (desired object resolution size). By similar triangles, the magnification is alternatively given by: ...
Lens Selection Overview Vision component suppliers and system integrators will have detailed information on lens products at different price points, relative to quality and for different imaging situations. This section provides a general overview to selecting a lens for the Genie cameras. The first two lens parameters are based on correctly matching the lens to the Genie model.
Additional Lens Parameters (application specific) There are other lens parameters that are chosen to meet the needs of the vision application. These parameters are independent of the Genie model (assuming that the Lens Mount and Lens Sensor Size parameters are correct, as previously covered in this section).
Protecting Against Dust, Oil and Scratches The CCD window is part of the optical path and should be handled like other optical components, with extreme care. Dust can obscure pixels, producing dark patches on the sensor response. Dust is most visible when the illumination is collimated.
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. All Genie versions support this secure Ethernet cable. CAT6 certified (tested for near end / far end crosstalk and return loss).
C/CS-Mount NIR and UV Filter Midwest Optical Systems has available a C-mount NIR/UV filter. This filter screws into the Genie camera before mounting the lens. The figures below show the filter before mounting into the Genie, followed by the filter physical specifications and pass spectrum.
Back Focal Variance when using a Filter Inserting a filter between a lens and sensor (as when using a C-mount filter), changes the focal point of the lens used. A variable focus lens simply needs to be adjusted, but in the case of a fixed focus lens, the changed focal point needs correction.
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. Host PC System ...
Troubleshooting Overview In rare cases an installation may fail or there are problems in controlling and using the Genie camera. This section highlights issues or conditions which may cause installation problems and additionally provides information on computers and network adapters which have caused problems with Genie. Emphasis is on the user to perform diagnostics with the tools provided and methods are described to correct the problem.
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Device IP Error The GigE server tray icon shows a warning with IP errors. Review the following topics on network IP problems to identify and correct the condition. Please refer to the DALSA Network Imaging Package manual for information on the DALSA Network Configuration tool and network optimization foe GigE Vision cameras and devices.
Verifying Network Parameters DALSA provides the Network Configuration tool to verify and configure network devices and the Genie network parameters. See section Network Configuration Tool of the DALSA Network Imaging manual, if there were any problems with the automatic Genie software installation. Before Contacting Technical Support Carefully review the issues described in this Troubleshooting section.
Device Available with Operational Issues This section considers issues with cabling, Ethernet switches, multiple cameras, and camera exposure. All information concerning the DALSA Network Configuration Tool and other networking considerations, is available in the DALSA Network Imaging manual. Firmware Updates As a general rule any Genie installation must include the firmware update procedure (see "Updating Genie Firmware"...
Cabling and Communication 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 at the Hirose connector.
If using an external trigger, verify the trigger source rate and Genie parameters such as trigger to exposure delay. Verify the exposure mode type is Synchronous, not Reset mode. (See "Synchronization Timing" on page 52). Camera acquisition is good but frame rate is lower than expected ...
Genie Technical Support Any support question or request can be submitted via our web site: Technical support form via our web page: http://www.dalsa.com/mv/support Support requests for imaging product installations, Support requests for imaging applications Product literature and driver updates http://www.dalsa.com/mv/download Before contacting Technical support, the following three status files should be generated and included with the request for support.
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.
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GenICam specification Specification of the European Machine Vision Association (EMVA, www.emva.org). Defines the capabilities of any GigE Vision device. Grab Acquiring an image frame. Grayscale In image processing, the range of available brightness levels, displayed in shades of gray. In an 8-bit system, the gray scale contains values from 0 to 255.
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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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