Dalsa CALIBIR 640 GigE User manual

CALIBIR 640 GigE
IR Camera User’s Manual
sensors | cameras | frame grabbers | processors | software | vision solutions
July 10, 2017
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and custom vision modules.

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Contents
FIGURES........................................................................................................6
TABLES..........................................................................................................8
CALIBIR 640 SERIES OVERVIEW ...................................................................9
DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................9
SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................10
Export Controls....................................................................................12
Part Numbers ......................................................................................12
Teledyne DALSA Development Software..................................................12
EMI, Shock and Vibration Certifications ..................................................13
GIGEVISION INTERFACE.................................................................................14
GigE Vision Sapera Application Description ..............................................14
GIGENETWORK ADAPTER OVERVIEW ..................................................................15
PAUSE Frame Support...........................................................................15
COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS FOR CALIBIR GIGE.......................................................15
Host PC System ...................................................................................15
Software Requirements.........................................................................16
Ethernet Switch Requirements for Calibir GigE .........................................16
Ethernet to Fiber-Optic Interface Requirements........................................17
QUICK START GUIDE ...................................................................................18
CONNECTING THE CALIBIR 640 GIGEVISION CAMERA .............................................18
Power Specifications.............................................................................18
Steps For Camera Startup .....................................................................18
Calibir 640 GigE Connectors...................................................................19
Preventing Operational Faults due to ESD................................................19
Calibir IP Configuration Sequence...........................................................20
CAMERA CONNECTION SETUP............................................................................21
Changing the Bit Range to Display..........................................................22
FEATURES AND CONFIGURATION OPTIONS.................................................23
HEAT SINKS................................................................................................24
ADJUSTING THE LENS FOCUS............................................................................24
LED INDICATORS .........................................................................................25
Calibir 640 GigE LED States...................................................................25
SENSOR GAIN..............................................................................................26
Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................26
FIXED PATTERN NOISE CORRECTION ...................................................................27
Performing FPN Correction.....................................................................28
Lens Correction....................................................................................30
Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................30
OVERLAYS ..................................................................................................31
Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................31
METADATA..................................................................................................32
Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................32
PIXEL POLARITY ...........................................................................................33

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Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................33
HORIZONTAL IMAGE FLIP.................................................................................34
Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................34
MEDIAN FILTER............................................................................................35
Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................35
DEFECTIVE PIXEL CORRECTION.........................................................................36
Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................36
ADAPTIVE CONTRAST ENHANCEMENT...................................................................38
Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................45
INTERNAL TEST PATTERN GENERATOR..................................................................46
Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................47
TEMPERATURE SENSORS..................................................................................48
Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................48
ERROR LOG FILE ..........................................................................................49
Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................49
FALSE COLOR MAPPING ..................................................................................50
Related GigE Vision Features .................................................................50
OPERATIONAL REFERENCE..........................................................................51
USING A CALIBIR 640 GIGECAMERA WITH SAPERA API...........................................51
Network and Computer Overview ...........................................................51
Installing Sapera LT..............................................................................52
Camera Firmware Updates.....................................................................52
Firmware via Linux or Third Party Tools...................................................52
GigE Server Verification ........................................................................53
GigE Server Status ...............................................................................53
Optimizing the Network Adapter used with Calibir GigE .............................54
Quick Test with CamExpert (Windows)....................................................54
About the Device User ID ......................................................................55
USING CAMEXPERT WITH CALIBIR GIGECAMERAS ..................................................56
CAMERA INFORMATION CATEGORY......................................................................59
Camera Information Feature Descriptions................................................59
Power-up Configuration Dialog...............................................................62
SENSOR CONTROL CATEGORY ...........................................................................64
Sensor Control Feature Descriptions .......................................................64
I/O CONTROLS CATEGORY...............................................................................65
I/O Controls Feature Descriptions...........................................................65
External Trigger Input Timing ................................................................66
IMAGE FORMAT CONTROLS CATEGORY .................................................................68
Image Format Controls Feature Descriptions............................................68
METADATA CONTROLS CATEGORY.......................................................................70
Metadata Controls Feature Descriptions...................................................70
IMAGE PROCESSING CATEGORY .........................................................................71
Image Processing Feature Descriptions ...................................................71
OVERLAY CATEGORY ......................................................................................73
Overlay Feature Descriptions .................................................................73
Features that Cannot be Changed During a Transfer.................................74
GIGEVISION CATEGORY.................................................................................75
GIGEVISION HOST CONTROL CATEGORY .............................................................77
File Access Control Category..................................................................77
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................80
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................80
Calibir 640 GigE with M25 Lens Mount ....................................................80

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Calibir 640 GigE with M34 Lens Mount ....................................................81
ADDITIONAL NOTES ON CALIBIR IDENTIFICATION AND MECHANICAL..............................82
CONNECTORS ..............................................................................................82
10-pin I/O Connector Details .................................................................82
Input Signal Electrical Specifications.......................................................83
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support.........................................................87
EC &FCC DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY ..........................................................88
ADDITIONAL REFERENCE INFORMATION................................................................90
I/O Mating Connector Sources................................................................90
Cable Assembly G3-AIOC-BLUNT2M........................................................91
Cable Assembly G3-AIOC-BRKOUT2M .....................................................92
RUGGEDIZED RJ45 ETHERNET CABLES ................................................................93
SENSOR HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS.....................................................................94
Electrostatic Discharge and the Sensor....................................................94
Protecting Against Dust, Oil and Scratches ..............................................94
Cleaning the Sensor Window..................................................................94
TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................................95
OVERVIEW..................................................................................................95
QUICK RECOVERY GUIDE.................................................................................95
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING FOR CALIBIR 640 SERIES............................................97
Error Log File.......................................................................................97
Power Failure During a Firmware Update–Now What?................................97
Power supply problems:........................................................................97
Camera is functional, but image has no contents......................................97
CALIBIR 640 GIGETROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................97
GigE Server Status ...............................................................................97
Problem Type Summary........................................................................98
Acquisition Error without Timeout Messages........................................... 100
Cabling and Communication Problems: ................................................. 101
Verifying Network Parameters.............................................................. 102
APPENDIX: RANGE PERFORMANCE............................................................103
Theoretical ranges for a 1.7 x 0.5m Human Target ................................. 103
Theoretical Ranges for a 2.3 x 2.3m NATO Target................................... 104
CONTACT INFORMATION...........................................................................105
SALES INFORMATION.................................................................................... 105
TECHNICAL SUPPORT.................................................................................... 105

6•Figures
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Figures
Figure 1: GigE Application Architecture .......................................................................14
Figure 2: Calibir 640 GigE – Rear View........................................................................19
Figure 3: Lens Lockdown Screws ................................................................................24
Figure 4: Calibir 640 GigE LED Startup Sequence .........................................................25
Figure 5: Sensor Gain...............................................................................................26
Figure 6: FPN Compensation Mode .............................................................................27
Figure 7: Faulty FPN Calibration.................................................................................27
Figure 8: Performing FPN Correction ...........................................................................28
Figure 9: Lens Correction ..........................................................................................30
Figure 10: Overlays..................................................................................................31
Figure 11: Pixel Polarity ............................................................................................33
Figure 12: Horizontal Image Flip ................................................................................34
Figure 13: Median Filter ............................................................................................35
Figure 14: Defective Pixel Map ...................................................................................36
Figure 15: File Access Control ....................................................................................37
Figure 16: Range Compression Contrast......................................................................38
Figure 17: Horizontal Ramp Test Pattern .....................................................................46
Figure 18: Vertical Ramp Test Pattern.........................................................................46
Figure 19: Diagonal Ramp Test Pattern.......................................................................46
Figure 20: Vertical Stripes.........................................................................................46
Figure 21: Alignment Pattern.....................................................................................47
Figure 22: File Access Control Dialog ..........................................................................49
Figure 23: Fire Color Map..........................................................................................50
Figure 24: Color Map Range Overlay...........................................................................50
Figure 25: GigE Server Tray Icon................................................................................53
Figure 26: GigE Pop-up Menu ....................................................................................53
Figure 27: GigE Vision Device Status ..........................................................................54
Figure 28: Sapera CamExpert ....................................................................................55
Figure 29: Sapera CamExpert GUI Layout ...................................................................57
Figure 30: CamExpert Camera Information Category ....................................................59
Figure 31: Power-up Configuration Dialog....................................................................63
Figure 32: CamExpert Sensor Control Category............................................................64
Figure 33: CamExpert I/O Controls Category ...............................................................65
Figure 34: External In Controls Category.....................................................................67
Figure 35: CamExpert Image Format Controls..............................................................68
Figure 36: CamExpert Metadata Controls ....................................................................70
Figure 37: CamExpert Image Processing Category........................................................71
Figure 38: Overlay Category......................................................................................73
Figure 39: CamExpert GigE Vision Category.................................................................75
Figure 40: CamExpert File Access Control Category ......................................................77
Figure 41: CamExpert File Access Control Category ......................................................79
Figure 42: Calibir 640 GigE with M25 Lens Mount.........................................................80
Figure 43: Calibir 640 GigE with M34 Lens Mount.........................................................81
Figure 44: Samtec 10-Pin Connector...........................................................................82
Figure 45: Cable Assembly G3-AIOC-BLUNT2M ............................................................91
Figure 46: Cable Assembly G3-AIOC-BLUNT2M Mechanical Drawing................................91
Figure 47: Cable Assembly G3-AIOC-BRKOUT2M..........................................................92
Figure 48: Cable Assembly G3-AIOC-BRKOUT2M Mechanical Drawing .............................92

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Figure 49: Ruggedized RJ45 Ethernet cable with Thumbscrews ......................................93
Figure 50: Random Bad Data or Noise Example..........................................................100
Figure 51: Theoretical Ranges for a 1.7 x 0.5m Human Target.....................................103
Figure 52: Theoretical Ranges for a 2.3 x 2.3m NATO Target .......................................104

8•Tables
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Tables
Table 1: Calibir Series Specifications.....................................................................................10
Table 2: Teledyne DALSA Development Software....................................................................12
Table 3: EMI, Shock and Vibration Certifications.....................................................................13
Table 4: Calibir 640 GigE Power Specifications .......................................................................18
Table 5: CalibirGigE LED States............................................................................................25
Table 6: Image Display Using Different 8-Bit Ranges ..............................................................39
Table 7: Image Range Compression Contrast Examples...........................................................41
Table 8: Image Range Compression Contrast Limit Examples...................................................43
Table 9: GigE Server Tray Icon States...................................................................................53
Table 10: CamExpert Display Pane Control Buttons ................................................................56
Table 11: Camera Information Feature Descriptions................................................................59
Table 12: Sensor Control Feature Descriptions .......................................................................64
Table 13: I/O Controls Feature Descriptions...........................................................................65
Table 14: Image Format Controls Feature Descriptions............................................................68
Table 15: Metadata Controls Feature Descriptions ..................................................................70
Table 16: Image Processing Feature Descriptions ...................................................................71
Table 17: Overlay Feature Descriptions .................................................................................73
Table 18: GigE Vision Feature Descriptions ............................................................................75
Table 19: File Access Control Feature Descriptions..................................................................78
Table 20: Samtec 10-Pin Connector Pin Assignment ...............................................................82
Table 21: GigE Server Tray Icon States.................................................................................97

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Calibir 640 Series Overview
Description
The Calibir camera is a small form factor long wave infrared camera. The current sensor is a ULIS
640x480 LWIR uncooled microbolometer (UL 04 27 2 – 032 (gen 1)) and outputs 30 frames per
second.
The Calibir camera series features shutterless operation; this allows the camera to calibrate itself
dynamically during operation given the camera’s ambient temperature without having to use a
mechanical shutter and recalibrate. This ensures uniform image output regardless of operating
temperature without having to stop image acquisition.
The Calibir Series is available in 4 versions:
•Calibir 640 GigE: Video output and communication with the camera use a gigabit Ethernet
connection. A general purpose opto-coupled input allows frame acquisition using an external
trigger. Power is supplied via a Samtec 10-pin connector or using Power-over-Ethernet
(PoE). Camera features can be controlled using a GigE Vision compliant software API, such
as Teledyne DALSA’s Sapera LT SDK. Within the Sapera LT SDK, we currently offer a generic
GigE Vision driver that supports all Teledyne DALSA GigE Vision cameras, including all
future Calibir GigE Vision cameras. The Sapera LT initial version that supports this driver is
Sapera LT v7.20. We strongly recommend using v8.10 or Greater for an improved User
Experience; http://www.teledynedalsa.com/imaging/support/downloads/sdks/
•Calibir 640 AS: Calibir analog version, equipped with a single Samtec connector, provides
standard NTSC/ PAL color or RS170/CCIR monochrome video output. It also features serial
port access for firmware updates and adjusting parameters.
•Calibir 640 AB: Calibir analog version, equipped with a single Samtec connector (for
power) and a standard BNC connector (for video output), provides standard NTSC/ PAL color
or RS170/CCIR monochrome video output. It also features serial port access for firmware
updates and adjusting parameters.
•Calibir 640 Core: The camera engine version provides low-level hardware access to the
camera to allow users to create their own custom camera output module. The engine can be
configured to support analog or GigE Vision output.
This manual describes features available for the Calibir 640 GigE with firmware release 1.40.

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Specifications
The Calibir 640 Series has the following specifications:
Table 1: Calibir Series Specifications
Mechanical Interface
Camera body (W x H x L) 29mm x 29mm x 29mm (body without lens mount)
Camera with Lens Mount (W x H x L)
Calibir 640 Core M25 lens Mount
29mm x 29mm x 39.48mm (with lens mount)
M34 lens Mount 37.0mm x 37.0mm x 37.60mm (with lens mount)
Calibir 640 GigE M25 lens Mount 29mm x 29mm x 59.72mm (with lens mount)
M34 lens Mount 37.0mm x 37.0mm x 57.85mm (with lens mount)
Calibir 640 AS M25 lens Mount
29mm x 29mm x 46.15mm (with lens mount)
M34 lens Mount 37.0mm x 37.0mm x 44.28mm (with lens mount)
Calibir 640 AB M25 lens Mount 29mm x 29mm x 61.13mm (with lens mount)
M34 lens Mount 37.0mm x 37.0mm x 59.26mm (with lens mount)
Mass (without lens)
Calibir 640 Core M25 lens Mount 38g
M34 lens Mount 39g
Calibir 640 GigE M25 lens Mount
58.4g
M34 lens Mount 59.4g
Calibir 640 AS M25 lens Mount 48.2g
M34 lens Mount 49.2g
Calibir 640 AB M25 lens Mount
54.1g
M34 lens Mount 55.1g
Power connector via Samtec 10-pin connector (or optionally using Power-over-
Ethernet for the Calibir 640 GigE)
Analog video connector
BNC or pin 1 on Samtec 10-pin connector (for Calibir 640 AB
and Calibir 640 AS, respectively)
Electrical Interface
Input Voltage
12/24V DC (min 9V, max 57V)
3.3V (Calibir 640 Core)
Power Consumption (average)
2.0W (for Calibir 640 Core/AS/AB)
2.8W (for Calibir 640 Core/AS/AB)
3.1W (for Calibir 640 GigE)
Power Consumption (peak)
2.5W (for Calibir 640 Core/AS/AB)
3.4W (for Calibir 640 Core/AS/AB)
3.7W (for Calibir 640 GigE)

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Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature (Ambient) Normal gain (1x) -40°C to 60°C
High gain (3x) -40°C to 45°C
Operating Relative Humidity maximum 80% non-condensing
Storage Temperature* -40°C to +80°C
Storage Relative Humidity* maximum 80% non-condensing
*To avoid possible damage, when storing cameras, ensure that the sensor is not exposed to air; use a lens cap
or lens to cover the sensor.
Sensor Information
Spectral Response 8-14μm (LWIR)
Gain 1x Gain
Integration time (per line) 63 μsec
Pixel Pitch
17μm
Camera NETD (noise equivalent temperature
difference)
Typ. 116mK @ f/1, 298K, 30Hz, Default Tint/Gain
Typical Response
20DN/K (unstretched 14-bit image)
Effective Dynamic Range
approx. 100
o
C centered around 30
o
C @ 25
o
C ambient
Focal Plane Array
640x480
Sensor Information
Boot time (Calibir 640 Core, Calibir 640 AB/AS)1.7s (from power-up to 1st image)
Boot time (Calibir 640 GigE)
7.5 ± 1s (from power-up to detection by
Sapera LT library running on Windows
using Persistent IP address)
WARNING: This sensor is sensitive to over-exposure (objects above 150 oC); the sensor
is considered “sun-safe” in the sense that pixels will not break if over exposed for short
periods; however, long exposure to hot bodies (like the sun) will eventually create a
ghost-like artifact that can take as much as 48h to dissipate depending on the
temperature of the object and time of exposure.

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Export Controls
The Calibir 640 Series Camera is currently classified as a "Dual Use" item under Group 1 (1-
6.A.3.B.4.B) of the Canada Export Control List and Category 6 (6.A.3.B.4) under the Wassennaar
Arrangement on Export Control for Conventional Arms and Dual-Use Goods and Technologies. As
such, the Camera is subject to export control – export authorization is required to export the
Camera from Canada, whether on a permanent or temporary basis.
Part Numbers
For ordering information, contact your Teledyne DALSA sales representative. For Teledyne DALSA
sales office details, see the Contact Information section.
Lenses
For currently supported lenses contact your Teledyne DALSA sales representative. For Teledyne
DALSA sales office details, see the Contact Information section.
Teledyne DALSA Development Software
Table 2: Teledyne DALSA Development Software
Teledyne DALSA Software Platform for Microsoft Windows
Sapera LT version 8.10 or later (for Windows)
includes Sapera Network Imaging Package and GigE Vision
Imaging Driver, Sapera Runtime and CamExpert.
Provides everything you will need to develop imaging applications
Sapera documentation in compiled HTML help, and Adobe
Acrobat® (PDF)
Available for download
http://www.teledynedalsa.com/imagin
g/support/
Sapera Processing Imaging Development Library
(available for Windows or Linux - sold separately): Contact Teledyne DALSA Sales
Teledyne DALSA Software Platform for Linux
GigE Vision Framework (for both X86 or Arm type processor) Contact Teledyne DALSA Sales

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EMI, Shock and Vibration Certifications
Table 3: EMI, Shockand Vibration Certifications
Test Name / Standard Limit / Test Level
Measurement of conducted emissions
CISPR 11: 2009 A1 : 2010 Group1, Class A
Measurement of radiated emissions
CISPR 11: 2009 A1 : 2010 Group1, Class A
Measurement of conducted emissions - LAN port
CISPR 22: 2008 Class A
Measurement of conducted emissions
FCC Part 15: 2013, Subpart B Class A
Measurement of radiated emissions
FCC Part 15: 2013, Subpart B Class A
Radiated electromagnetic field immunity – radio frequencies
IEC 61000-4-3: 2006 A1 : 2007 A2 : 2010 10 V/m 80-1000 MHz
3 V/m 1.4-2.7 GHz
Conducted immunity
IEC 61000-4-6: 2008 10 V power
10 V I/O
Electrostatic discharge immunity
IEC 61000-4-2: 2008
±4 kV contact
±8 kV air
Electrostatic fast transient immunity
IEC 61000-4-4: 2012 ±2 kV power
±1 kV I/O
Surge immunity
IEC 61000-4-5: 2005 ±1 kV L - L
±2 kV L - Ground
Magnetic field immunity
IEC 61000-4-8: 2009 30 A/m / 50 Hz
Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variation immunity
IEC 61000-4-11: 2004 0% - 1cycle
40% - 10 cycles
70% - 25 cycles
0% - 250cycles
RoHS Compliancy as per European directive 2011/65/EC
•For an image of Calibir certificates see the section EC & FCC Declarations of Conformity.
Vibration & Shock Tests Test Levels (while operating) Test Parameters
Random vibrations Level 1: 2 grms 60 min.
Level 2: 4 grms 45 min.
Level 3: 6 grms 30 min.
Level 4: 7.7 grms 60 min
Level 5: 15 grms 30 min
Level 6: 20 grms 30 min
Frequency range: 20 to 2000 Hz
Directions: X, Y, and Z axis
Shocks Level 1: 20 g / 11 ms
Level 2: 30 g / 11 ms
Level 3: 40 g / 6 ms
Shape: half-sine
Number: 6 shocks (+) and 6 shocks (-)
Directions: ±X, ±Y, and ±Z axis
Thermal Shock -40oC - 70 oC (+ 3 oC) 50 cycles
Additional information concerning test conditions and methodologies is available on request.

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GigE Vision Interface
Calibir 640 GigE Vision cameras comply with the GigE Vision and GenICam standard protocols.
GigE Vision Sapera Application Description
Calibir 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=1
67
Calibir cameras implement a superset of the GenICam™ specification
which defines device capabilities. This description takes the form of
an XML device description file respecting the syntax defined by the
GenApi module of the GenICam™ specification. For more information
see www.genicam.org.
The Teledyne DALSA GigE Vision Module provides a license free development platform for Teledyne
DALSA GigE hardware or Sapera vision applications. Additionally supported are Sapera GigE Vision
applications for third party hardware with the purchase of a GigE Vision Module license, or the
Sapera processing SDK with a valid license.
The GigE Vision Compliant XML device description file is embedded within Calibir firmware allowing
GigE Vision Compliant applications access to Calibir capabilities and controls immediately after
connection.
Figure 1: GigE Application Architecture

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GigE Network Adapter Overview
Calibir connects to a computer’s Gigabit Network Adapter. If the computer is already connected to a
network, the computer requires a second network adapter, either onboard or an additional PCIe
NIC adapter.
In general automatic IP configuration assignment (LLA/DHCP) is sufficient for most Calibir GigE
installations. Please refer to the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging Package manual for
information on the Teledyne DALSA Network Configuration tool and network optimization for GigE
Vision cameras and devices.
PAUSE Frame Support
The Calibir supports the Gigabit Ethernet PAUSE Frame feature as per IEEE 802.3x. PAUSE Frame is
the Ethernet flow control mechanism to manage network traffic within an Ethernet switch when
multiple cameras are simultaneously used. This requires that the flow control option in the NIC
property settings and the Ethernet switch settings must be enabled. Refer to the Teledyne DALSA
Network Imaging manual.
Computer Requirements for Calibir GigE
The following information is a guide to computer and networking equipment required to support the
Calibir GigE camera at maximum performance. The Calibir camera series complies with the current
IPv4 Internet Protocol, therefore current Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) equipment should provide trouble
free performance.
Host PC System
•Operating System: Windows 7, 8.0, 8.1 (either 32-bit or 64-bit for all) are supported.
•Operating System: Linux (scheduled support - TBD)
Network Adapters For GigE Camera Version
•GigE network adapter (either add on card or on motherboard). The Intel PRO/1000 MT
adapter is an example of a high performance NIC. Typically a system will need an Ethernet
GigE adapter to supplement the single NIC on the motherboard.
•PCI Express adapters will outperform PCI adapters.
•Network adapters that support Jumbo Frames will outperform adapters with fixed packet
size frames.
•10/100 Ethernet is supported but will result in lower frame rate.
Laptop Information for GigE Camera Version
•Older laptop computers with built in GigE network adapters may still not be able to stream
full frame rates from Calibir. Thorough testing is required with any laptop computer to
determine the maximum frame rate possible (refer to the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging
Package user's manual).

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Software Requirements
•Install Sapera LT 8.20 (or higher) and make certain to select the installation of GigE Vision
support. It may be required to install Sapera from a local directory (not a network directory).
Camera features can be controlled using a GigE Vision compliant software API, such as Teledyne
DALSA’s Sapera LT SDK. The Sapera LT software suite includes the CamExpert tool that allows for
quick configuration and evaluation of all Teledyne DALSA products. As such, it is recommended that
users install the latest version of Sapera LT on the host computer for evaluation and development.
The current release version of Sapera LT is available for download here:
http://www.teledynedalsa.com/imaging/products/software/sapera/lt/download/.
Note that while CamExpert can be used for evaluating a camera, an application typically uses the
Sapera LT API to configure the camera’s parameters and acquire images. Sample applications are
provided along with source code, to speed up application development. By default they are
installed under the directory:
C:\Program Files\Teledyne DALSA\Sapera\Demos\
Of particular interest is the GigE Camera Demo (available in pre-compiled form, with C++ and C#
source projects). This project provides everything needed to acquire images from the camera. It
can be easily modified to write required values to parameters (called ‘features’ in GenICam). For
example, in C++ it can be implemented as:
m_AcqDevice->SetFeatureValue("PixelFormat", "Mono14");
Ethernet Switch Requirements for Calibir GigE
When there is more than one device on the same network or a camera-to-PC separation greater
than 100 meters, an Ethernet switch is required. Since the Calibir GigE camera complies with the
Internet Protocol, it should work with all standard Ethernet switches. However, switches offer a
range of functions and performance grades, so care must be taken to choose the right switch for a
particular application.
IEEE 802.3x Pause Frame Flow Control
Ethernet Switches supporting Full-duplex IEEE 802.3x Pause Frame Flow Control must be used in
situations where multiple cameras may be triggered simultaneously. In such a case the NIC
maximum bandwidth would be exceeded if there was no mechanism to temporarily hold back data
from cameras. Calibir cameras support the IEEE 802.3x pause frame flow control protocol
automatically so that images from many cameras can be transmitted through the switch to the NIC
efficiently, without data loss. As a working example, one such switch tested at Teledyne DALSA is
the NETGEAR GS716T.
Important: The maximum frame rate possible from a large number of Calibir cameras which are
simultaneously triggered will depend on the Calibir model, frame size, and network details.
Additionally using Pause Frame may change the Jumbo Frame value which maximizes data
throughput. Each imaging system should be tested for data rate limits.

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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. The FlexPoint GX from Omnitron Systems
(www.omnitron-systems.com) converts GigE to fiber transmission and vice versa. It supports
multimode (MM) fiber over distances of up to 220 m (720 ft.) and single-mode (SM) fiber up to 65
km (40 mi.) with SC, MT-RJ, or LC connector types.
Important: The inclusion in this manual of GigE to fiber-optic converters does not guarantee they
will meet specific application requirements or performance. The user must evaluate any
supplemental Ethernet equipment.

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Quick Start Guide
The quick start quide describes common operations such as how to connect Calibir Series cameras,
updating the camera firmware and performing manual fixed pattern noise (FPN) correction.
Connecting the Calibir 640 GigE Vision Camera
Connecting a Calibir to a network system is similar whether using the Teledyne DALSA Sapera LT
package or a third party GigE Vision development package. The computer requires an unused
Ethernet Gigabit network interface (NIC).
The Calibir 640 GigE camera can be powered through the Samtec connector or by Power-over-
Ethernet (PoE), if available, through the RJ-45 connector.
Power Specifications
Before connecting power to the camera, test all power supplies. Power supplies must meet the
following requirements:
Table 4: Calibir 640 GigE Power Specifications
Feature Specification
DC Voltage 12V/24V (minimum 9V, maximum 57V)
Watts 3.7W (peak consumption)
Steps For Camera Startup
•Apply power to the camera.
•Connect Calibir to the host computer GigE network adapter or to the Ethernet switch via a
CAT5e or CAT6 Ethernet cable.
•Once communication with the host computer is started the automatic IP configuration sequence
will assign an LLA IP address as described in section Calibir IP Configuration Sequence, or a
DHCP IP address if a DHCP server is present on your network.
•Check the status LED which will be initially red then switch to flashing blue while waiting for IP
configuration. See LED Indicators for Calibir LED display descriptions.
•The factory defaults for Calibir is Persistent IP disabled and DHCP enabled with LLA always
enabled as per the GigE Vision specification.
Note: cable should not be less than 1 meter (3 feet) long or more than 100 meters (328
feet) long, per GigE Vision standard.

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Calibir 640 GigE Connectors
The Calibir 640 GigE has two connectors:
•RJ45 Ethernet connector for control and video data transmitted to/from the host computer
Gigabit NIC. The Calibir GigE also supports Power Over Ethernet (PoE).
•Samtec 10-pin connector for camera power (if not using PoE). See 10-pin I/O Connector
Details for connector pin out specifications.
The following figure of the Calibir 640 GigE back end shows connector and LED locations (for a
description of the possible LED states, refer to the Calibir 640 GigE LED States section).
Status Led
Samtec 10-
pin connector
RJ-45
Ethernet
Connector
Figure 2: Calibir 640 GigE – Rear View
Preventing Operational Faults due to ESD
Calibir 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 Calibir 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. An Ethernet
cable has no ground connection and a power supply's 0 volt return line is not necessarily
connected to earth ground.
Teledyne DALSA has performed ESD testing on Calibir cameras using an 8 kilovolt ESD generator
without any indication of operational faults. The following methods, either individually or together
will prevent ESD problems.
•Method 1: Use a shielded/grounded power supply that connects ground to pin-10 of the I/O
connector. The Calibir case is now properly connected to earth ground and can withstand
ESD of 8 kilovolts, as tested by Teledyne DALSA.
•Method 2: When using Power Over Ethernet (PoE), Teledyne DALSA strongly recommends
using a shielded Ethernet cable to provide a ground connection from the controlling
computer/power supply, to the Calibir. PoE requires a powered computer NIC, or a powered
Ethernet switch, or an Ethernet power injector.
•Method 3: Mount the camera on a metallic platform with a good connection to earth ground.

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Calibir IP Configuration Sequence
The Calibir GigE 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, Calibir attempts to assign an IP address as follows.
For any GigE Vision device, the IP configuration protocol sequence is:
•Persistent IP (if enabled)
•DHCP (if a DHCP server is present such as the Teledyne DALSA Smart DHCP server)
•Link-Local Address (always enabled as default)
Supported Network Configurations
The Calibir obtains an IP address using the Link Local Address (LLA) or DHCP, by default. If
required, a persistent IP address can be assigned (refer to the Network Imaging manual).
Preferably, a DHCP server is present on the network, where the Calibir issues a DHCP request for
an IP address. The DHCP server then provides the Calibir an IP address. The Teledyne DALSA
Network Configuration tool, installed with the Sapera Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging
Package, provides a DHCP server which is easily enabled on the NIC used with the Calibir (refer to
the Teledyne DALSA Network Imaging user's manual).
The LLA method, if used, automatically assigns the Calibir with a randomly chosen address on the
169.254.xxx.xxx subnet. After an address is chosen, the link-local process sends an ARP query with
that IP onto the network to see if it is already in use. If there is no response, the IP is assigned to
the device, otherwise another IP is selected, and the ARP is repeated. Note that the LLA mode is
unable to forward packets across routers.