Dalsa RAD-ICON 2329 User manual
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About Teledyne DALSA
Teledyne DALSA is an international high performance semiconductor and electronics company that
designs, develops, manufactures, and markets digital imaging products and solutions, in addition to
providing semiconductor products and services. Teledyne DALSA’s core competencies are in
specialized integrated circuit and electronics technology, software, and highly engineered
semiconductor wafer processing. Products and services include image sensor components; electronic
digital cameras; X-ray detectors; vision processors; image processing software; and semiconductor
wafer foundry services for use in MEMS, high-voltage semiconductors, image sensors and mixed-
signal CMOS circuits.
Contact Information
Please feel free to contact the global Teledyne DALSA Profession Imaging sales office
for ordering, getting more detailed information or in case you encounter any problem
operating the detector:
Teledyne DALSA –Rad-icon Imaging
765 Sycamore Drive
Milpitas, CA 95035
USA
Tel: +1 408 736 6000
Fax: +1 408 736 6001
E-mail: sales.rad-icon@teledynedalsa.com
Website: http://www.teledynedalsa.com/ndt
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Contents
Safety and System Information ____________________________________5
Safety Information .............................................................................................5
EMC compliance ...............................................................................................6
System precautions...........................................................................................6
Detector Maintenance .......................................................................................8
The Rad-icon 2329 Detector ______________________________________9
Detector Highlights...................................................................................................9
Setting up the Detector___________________________________________11
Detector Connectors and Cables.............................................................................11
Setting up the Detector ............................................................................................16
Network Interface Card......................................................................................16
Connect Trigger Cable ......................................................................................16
Connect Ethernet Cable....................................................................................16
Connect Power Cable........................................................................................16
Status Light........................................................................................................16
Software installation _____________________________________________17
Operating Systems Support ..............................................................................17
Obtain software .................................................................................................17
Sapera LT and CamExpert Installation .............................................................17
GigE Vision framework for Sapera LT installation.............................................18
Optimizing Settings............................................................................................18
Connecting...............................................................................................................22
Quick Test with CamExpert...............................................................................23
Acquiring Images .....................................................................................................24
Operational reference____________________________________________25
Using CamExpert with Rad-icon 2329 Detector......................................................25
Camera Information .................................................................................................28
Camera Configuration Selection Dialog............................................................30
Camera (Detector) Power-up Configuration......................................................30
User Set Configuration......................................................................................30
Detector Control.......................................................................................................31
Changing Modes and Settings ..........................................................................32
First image after Standby or Switching Modes..................................................32
Read out Modes................................................................................................32
Trigger Mode .....................................................................................................33
Summing process ....................................................................................................36
Image Format Control..............................................................................................37
X-Ray Beam Collimation..........................................................................................39
File Access Control..................................................................................................40
Defect maps.............................................................................................................42
Introduction........................................................................................................42
File Format ........................................................................................................42
Up- and downloading.........................................................................................42
Shuttering.................................................................................................................42
Dark Current after Standby......................................................................................42
Mechanical Interface ____________________________________________43
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Safety and System
Information
Safety Information
Definitions
User of the products as described in this manual is the Original Equipment
Manufacturer (OEM) that is developing and producing an X-ray imaging device (or
‘modality’), using the product as an component to capture image information;
End-User of the products as described in this manual is the professional operating the
OEM equipment to perform a diagnostic imaging routine;
Intended Use
The products as described in this manual are components that are used enclosed
inside a User’s system to capture images in X-ray modalities. Typical applications
include, but are not limited to, Non-Destructive Testing, Electronics Inspection and
Computed Tomography (CT).
Installation Warning
The User is responsible for the safe and prudent installation of the detector in their
system. All X-ray sources and controls, shielding, personnel safety monitoring
devices, and personnel safety precautions and training involved in the use of this
equipment are the responsibility of the User and/or the End-User.
Safety Statement
The general safety precautions that follow must be observed during all phases of
installation, operation, service, repair and disposal of this system. Failure to comply
with these precautions, or with specific warnings noted in this manual, violates the
safety standards of design, manufacture and the intended used of this system.
Teledyne DALSA assumes no responsibility for the user’s failure to comply with
these requirements.
Warning: The product, when installed, is subject to exposure from X-rays during
operation.
To ensure personnel safety, it is necessary that a radiation meter will be used to check
for radiation leakage after installation of the digital camera in the end users system.
For safety reasons, the on-time of the X-ray source should never be controlled directly
by the detector synchronization output. Control of the X-ray source remains a
system/host responsibility.
Teledyne DALSA assumes no responsibility for proper installation of the detector,
installation of X-ray shielding, X-ray shield enclosure testing, or safe and prudent
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operation of the camera system in the End-user's installation. It is the Users and End-
users responsibility to ensure that local and federal guidelines regarding the
installation and operation of X-ray sources are followed.
The power requirements of the product, especially the voltage specifications, must be
strictly adhered to or warranty will be void.
No User Serviceable Components
There are no components in this system which need to be replaced, modified, or
adjusted by the end user. Please contact Teledyne DALSA Support for assistance if
needed.
Safety Warning: Tampering with this product voids the warranty and may degrade
the detectors image quality, resulting in a possibly unsafe condition for (End-)
Users.
The system has been designed to minimize the amount of interference it may
generate in an installation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and operated in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to other devices in the area.
Stacking
Teledyne DALSA does not recommend that the user stack the product or use it in
adjacent to other equipment. If this arrangement is unavoidable, then the (End-)user
must ensure that there is adequate airflow around the detector and that normal
operation conditions are maintained.
Disposal of Product
The detector contains lead and no batteries. Dispose the unit in accordance with local
regulatory guidelines.
EMC compliance
To ensure EMC compliance, follow these specific guidelines:
Ensure that all cable shields have a 360electrical connection to the
connector.
Tightly fasten and secure all connectors.
Warning
The detector can influence the performance of very sensitive equipment.
Strong EMC disturbances can influence the detectors performance.
System precautions
The following are precautions that must be taken in order to prevent possible damage
to your Teledyne DALSA Detector system:
Warning:
The use of accessories, power supplies and cables other than those specified, with the
exception of cables sold by Teledyne DALSA as replacement parts, may result in
increased emission or decreased immunity of the Rad-icon Detector.
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X-ray exposure should be limited only to the active image area (see chapter 5
mechanical drawing) in order not to cause damage to the electronic components of
the device.
Static precautions
Observe proper ESD/static control procedures when handling system components.
The use of properly grounded wrist strap is highly recommended.
Installation Precautions
Never connect or disconnect cables while power to the detector is on. Damage to the
detector electronics might occur if the cables are connected and/or disconnected
while the detectors power is on.
Enclosed Use
This equipment is designed for use in enclosed systems, with the enclosure
sufficiently shielding the equipment against the influence of visible light. If used
without enclosure and in bright environments, ambient light entering the detector
may impact image quality or the effectiveness of calibrations. It is the customer’s
responsibility to take measures in the application to avoid ambient light entering the
detector.
Service by Qualified Personnel Only
This equipment is to be installed by a qualified technician only. The system can only
be used in conjunction with a properly installed X-ray source with the appropriate
shielding and a properly configured computer workstation that meets the minimum
system requirements discussed later in this manual.
Environmental Specifications
Temperature
-Operating
-Transport & Storage
+10..+40 oC
0..+50 oC
Humidity (non-condensing)
-Operating
-Transport & Storage
20%..80%
20%..80%
Shock
25G (6ms)
Vibration
1G (10-150Hz)
Note: For transport and storage, the standard product packaging is assumed to be in
place which includes a sealed anti-static shield bag.
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Detector Maintenance
Before performing any of the following operations, make sure that the power to the
detector is switched OFF.
Protecting the Detector Front Cover
The front cover of the detector and should be treated with care, as scratches or debris
in this area may produce artifacts in the X-ray image.
Cleaning the Detector Body and Front Cover
The detector body and front cover can be cleaned with a mild, non-abrasive cleanser
such as isopropyl alcohol. Place a small amount of cleanser on a soft cloth and rub
gently over the detector body surface. Wipe off with a clean soft cloth. Do not use any
harsh cleansers or solvents that may damage the paint or other finishes on the
detector.
In the event of detector exposure to bio-hazardous materials, proper cleaning
procedures should be undertaken prior to removal or maintenance of the detector.
Calibration
To have the best image performance, the raw image data generated by the detector
should be corrected at the host by using a flat field (offset and gain) correction. As the
offset (dark) calibration signal depends (amongst others) on ambient temperature
conditions of the detector, it is commonly accepted good practice to generate these
calibration images frequently at times that the X-ray source is switched off. It is
recommended to re-calibrate the gain correction image at least once per year, at least
when e.g. the X-ray tube is exchanged or anything changes in the X-ray imaging
geometry (e.g. the distance between the X-ray source and the detector).
The detector can contain deviating pixels. To have the best possible image quality it is
advised to perform a defect pixel correction in the host system. It is recommended to
create a defect pixels calibration image at least every year, or more frequently in case
of heavy use.
To verify if the detector still operates according specification it is advised to measure
on regular base the following performance parameters of the detector: dark reference,
noise performance, flat field reference, saturation dose and MTF performance.
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The Rad-icon 2329
Detector
A full description of the features and functional specification of the Rad-icon 2329
detector can be found in the latest product specification or datasheet.
http://www.teledynedalsa.com/imaging/products/x-ray/ for information on how
to obtain the latest datasheet or other product documentation.
Detector Highlights
Key Features
Latest generation CMOS technology (6th generation) enables even lower noise
and power consumption
Highest sensitivity AND highest dynamic range over an extended dose range
Unmatched image quality at low dose levels
4608 x 5890 pixel resolution, 49.5um pixel pitch, active area 228x291 mm2
14-bit A/D conversion
No measurable image lag
Up to 2 frames per second at full resolution, 16 bit pixel data
GigE data interface
GdOS scintillator
Programmability
Read out modes
Trigger modes
Integration time
1x2 or 2x2 pixel binning
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Typical Applications
Non Destructive Testing
Electronics Inspection
Computed Tomography (CT)
X-ray Crystallography
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Setting up the Detector
Detector Connectors and Cables
This detector uses the following connectors.
An RJ-45 connector for Gigabit Ethernet signals, data signals
oCAT6 shielded Ethernet cable (STP)
One 2-pin Lemo connector for power
oLemo EEG.0B.302.HLN
oMating connector:
straight type: FGG.0B.302.CLAD52
elbow type: FHG.0B.302.CLAD52
One 4-pin Lemo connector for triggering
oLemo EEG.0B.304.HLN
oMating connectors:
straight type: FGG.0B.304.CLAD52
elbow type: FPG.0B.304.CLAD52
Trigger
connector
Status
LED
Power
connector
GigE
connector
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Ethernet Connector
Ethernet Connection LED
Steady orange indicates that an Ethernet connection is successfully established.
Data Transmission LED
Flashing green indicates that the detector is transmitting or receiving data.
Detector Status LED
The detector is equipped with an orange/green LED used to display the status of the
detector’s operation. The table below summarizes the operating states of the detector
and the corresponding LED states.
Color Of Status LED
Meaning
1
Orange
Power applied, Standby mode
2
Green
Detector is operational
3
Off
No power
Power Connector
Description
1
Supply voltage (+12- 28V / 20W)
2
Ground
Shielding (chassis)
The detector requires a single voltage input (+12-28V / 20W). There is a protection for
misconnection, via a resettable fuse. When the fuse has been activated (isolating),
power cycling will return it to conductive state again thus restoring normal operation
(assuming power has been properly applied).
WARNING: When setting up the detector power supplies follow these guidelines:
Apply the appropriate voltages.
The power supply must be able to deliver higher peak current of 3A during start up.
1
2
Pin 1 indicator
Rear View
Plug
Power Connector
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Keep leads as short as possible in order to reduce voltage drop. The voltage level at
the product power connector should be within the range mentioned in the datasheet.
Use high-quality linear supplies of SELV type and EN 60601-1 compliant.
Note: If your power supply does not meet these requirements, the detector
performance specifications cannot be guaranteed.
Trigger Connector
The trigger circuitry inside the detector is shown in the figure below.
FPGA
4pin LEMO
Connector
1
2
3
4
TCMT1600
Trigger Input Anode +
Trigger Input Cathode -
Trigger Output Collector +
Trigger Output Emitter -
TCMT1600
680
10k
100
BAT54J
100p
100p
680
.
Description
1
Out
Optocoupler collector with 680R +100R (+/- 2%)
series resistor (note 1)
2
Out
Optocoupler emitter
3
In
Optocoupler anode with 680R (+/- 2%) series resistor
(note 2)
4
In
Optocoupler cathode
Shielding (chassis)
Note 1: maximum voltage across collector and emitter is 70V. Maximum reverse voltage (between
emitter and collector) is 6V
Note 2: maximum reverse voltage across cathode and anode is 6V.
1
Pin 1 indicator
2 3
4
Rear View
Plug
I/OConnector
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Description Input circuitry Trigger In
Inside the detector the connection for the input is as in below drawing:
FPGA
4pin LEMO
Connector
1
2
3
4
Trigger Input Anode +
Trigger Input Cathode -
Trigger Output Collector +
Trigger Output Emitter -
TCMT1600
680
10k
100p
Shield to
mechanical ground
of detector
10k
+3V3
Inside Detector
Depending of the connection, the trigger input can be active high or active low:
For normal input operation:
“Trigger Input Anode +” is used as driving source and
“Trigger Input Cathode -” is connected to ground.
Then “Trigger in” is active high.
This is the situation which is referred to in this document.
For inversed input operation:
“Trigger Input Anode +” is connected to VCC and
“Trigger Input Cathode -” is used as driving source and then “Trigger in” is active
low.
Voltage range of trigger input:
Active State:
The recommended photodiode forward current is 5mA. Absolute maximum input
voltage is 10.0V. Do not apply an input voltage with reversed polarity. In the detector
there is a series resistor of 680 Ohm. The maximum forward voltage of the
photodiode is 1.35V.
Minimum voltage input:
When 2.4V input voltage is applied then the trigger will be active.
Forward voltage of optocoupler is maximum 1.35V.
The forward current will be (2 - 1.35V)/680 Ohm = 1.5mA.
The optocoupler shall response correctly.
Maximum voltage input:
When 10V input voltage is applied then the trigger will be active.
Typical forward voltage of optocoupler is 1.35V.
The forward current will be (10 - 1.35V)/680 Ohm = 13mA.
The maximum voltage is limited by internal dissipation of internal series resistor
(which is 125mW). In this case the dissipation is 110mW.
By adding external series resistor the external voltage can be increased.
The forward current for the trigger input to the detector may not exceed 13mA.
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Then the optocoupler will respond correctly.
Voltage range active state: 2.4 … 10V (with a corresponding current of 1,5 … 13mA)
Passive state: Voltage range: <0.5V (with a corresponding current of < 0.1mA)
Description circuitry Trigger Out
Inside the detector the connection for the input is as in below drawing:
FPGA
4pin LEMO
Connector
1
2
3
4
TCMT1600
Trigger Input Anode +
Trigger Input Cathode -
Trigger Output Collector +
Trigger Output Emitter -
100
BAT54J
100p
680
Shield connector to
mechanical ground
Inside Detector
The optocoupler transistor output is able to sink 10mA current in non-saturated
condition. Absolute maximum voltage is 24V. Do not apply a voltage with reversed
polarity.
Depending of the connection the trigger output can be active high or active low.
When “optocoupler collector connection” is used:
“Trigger Output Collector” is pulled up with a resistor (of 10k) and
“Trigger Output Emitter” is connected to ground
Then “Trigger out” is active low (= integration state of detector).
When “optocoupler emitter connection” is used:
“Trigger Output Collector” is connected to VCC (supply) and
“Trigger Output Emitter” is pulled down with a resistor (of 10k)
Then “Trigger out” is active high (= integration state of detector).
In this document the state of “Trigger Out” is “active” (integrating) or “not active”
(reading/reset of pixels).
Active trigger output levels:
Saturation voltage: <0.4V@ <10mA
Maximum allowed current: 10mA
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Setting up the Detector
Network Interface Card
A Network Interface Card (NIC) is required to acquire images and control the Rad-
icon 2329 detector. A NIC with Jumbo packet support up to 9014 bytes is required to
receive streaming video, preferably with a PCI Express slot.
Teledyne DALSA advises to use the Intel Gigabit CT adapter Network Interface Card
(NIC) which is a low cost but high performance and reliable adapter with a PCI
Express slot.
Make sure that the latest driver of the NIC manufacturer is installed. We advise to use
64-bit operating systems as the NIC drivers are better maintained.
Due to the high bandwidth used by the detector it is strongly advised to have a direct
connection from the NIC to the detector.
Connect Trigger Cable
Connect the trigger cable to the detector when the trigger mode of the detector is set
to Triggered, Snapshot, Snapshot Extended Exposure and Triggered Sequence modes.
Connect Ethernet Cable
Connect the CAT-6 STP Ethernet cable from the detector to the computer Ethernet
jack. Secure the RJ-45 connector to the detector.
Connect Power Cable
Connect a power cable from the detector to a power supply with a supply voltage
between 12-28V and capable of delivering at least 20W.
Status Light
In normal operation the status light is green.
The status light is orange when the detector is in standby.
When the detector is connected to a host system it will be recognized in 30 to 65
seconds.
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Software installation
Operating Systems Support
The current released GigE Vision framework supports up to Windows 10.
For Linux the Teledyne DALSA GigE Vision Application Programmers Interface
(API) for Linux is available.
For additional support please contact our support team for the software and the latest
status.
Obtain software
CD
Check the CD that shipped with your detector for installation files for CamExpert, the
GigE driver and/or the ShadoCam software. To obtain the latest versions, or software
for a newer operation system, it may be necessary to go to the Teledyne DALSA
website for the latest updates.
Website
Visit the Teledyne DALSA website to download the latest free version of the Sapera
LT SDK, including the CamExpert image viewer:
http://www.teledynedalsa.com/imaging/products/software/sapera/lt/download/
The download is free after filling out the on-line registration form. Make sure to select
“Full SDK” as your download option.
Sapera LT and CamExpert Installation
A link to download the software will be emailed to you after submitting the
application. Complete the download process and run the installation file (e.g.
“SaperaLT80xSDKSetup.exe”).
CamExpert is an image viewer designed to evaluate your detector. The Sapera SDK is
a set of development tools and documentation for creating your own software for
interfacing to the product. Please download the appropriate materials and follow the
instructions that are part of that download.
The Sapera SDK installation also contains a large number of helpful example projects
to help you get started with integration the detector into your own application
software. For additional examples specific to the Rad-icon 1520 detector please
contact our support team at the contact info listed on page 2 of this manual.
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GigE Vision framework for Sapera LT installation
The GigE Vision framework installs the GigE Vision Module for Sapera and includes
the Network Imaging package which is required to access a GigE Vision detector.
Refer to the “GigE Vision Module for Sapera” user manual and “Network Imaging
Module for Sapera LT” user manual which are included in the installation.
Optimizing Settings
The performance of the gigabit Ethernet connection on the host computer generally
can be improved by adjusting some settings in the NIC. The below advices refer to
the Intel Gigabit CT desktop adaptor. For a more detailed explanation please refer to
“Network Optimization Guide (PDF)” and “Network Imaging User’s Manual (PDF)”
which is part of the Sapera LT software package.
To reduce the interrupt overhead in the host the following settings in the NIC are
advised.
Packet Size
For a good Gigabit Ethernet connection with minimal packet resend conditions, host
computer performance can generally be improved by increasing the data packet size.
Each streaming video packet causes an interrupt in the host computer. Therefore
increasing the packet size reduces the CPU overhead required to handle video data
from the GigE Vision detectors.
A standard packet can have a size up to 1500 bytes. Many network cards support a
jumbo packet mode that can extend that size up to 16Kbytes. In theory, a packet could
be as large as 16 KB, but the CRC (cycle redundancy check) containing the checksum
of each packet is not as efficient when the packet size grows larger than 9000 bytes.
For this reason we advise to set the packet size to 9014 bytes (jumbo packet enabled).
Some system and network card configurations may have difficulty streaming and
handling jumbo packet data. If the system is having issues than it is advisable to
disable the Jumbo Packet setting, and use standard size packets of 1500 bytes for your
application.
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For further information regarding packet settings and network card optimization
please refer to the document ‘Network Imaging Package for Sapera LT Optimization
Guide’.
Interrupt Moderation
Normally, each time a packet is received by the network card, the associated driver
will receive an interrupt. Obviously, when the packet rate is very high (that is, at high
transfer rate which is common for GigE Vision systems), this represents significant
overhead. Most network cards have introduced an interrupt moderation mode where
the card waits to have received a certain number of packets over a maximum period
of time before issuing the interrupt. This helps reduce the burden on the CPU as it can
process multiple packets during the same interruption.
The Intel Gigabit CT Network adapter provides a configuration parameter to
manually adjust the NIC interrupt moderation rate. By default the NIC driver sets
this to Adaptive where the interrupt rate automatically balances packet transmission
interrupts and host CPU performance. In most cases no manual optimization of the
Interrupt Moderation Rate parameter is required.
In some conditions, video frames from the GigE Vision detector may be transferred to
the host display or memory buffer as data bursts instead of a smooth continuous
stream. The NIC may be over-moderating acquisition interrupts to avoid over-
loading the host CPU with interrupts. If priority is required for acquisition transfers
(i.e. a more real-time system response to the detector transfer) then the moderation
rate should be set to “maximum” by manually adjusting the NIC parameter.
In the end, this is a compromise:
1. Enable interrupt moderation to minimize CPU usage, at the expense of a slight
increase in latency (recommended).
2. Disable interrupt moderation to favor responsiveness of real-time system with a
drawback in CPU usage.
In most situations, extra latency introduced by interrupt moderation is very low and
thus the gain on CPU performance becomes more beneficial.
Receive Buffers
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Under certain conditions the host PC system CPU may be busy with tasks other than
the imaging application. Incoming image packets remain in the PC memory allocated
to store packets instead of immediately being copied into the image buffer. By
increasing the number of NIC (network interface card) receive buffers, more
incoming image packets can be stored by the NIC before it must start discarding
them. This provides more time for the PC to switch tasks and move image packets to
the image buffer.
Not all network boards allow increases to their receive buffer count. Among those
that do, different versions will have different maximum receive descriptor values.
We recommend increasing the receive buffer size to the maximum permitted by the
network card, in order to provide more buffering capacity when needed.
UDP Checksum Offload (IPv4)
Disable UDP Checksum Offload (IPv4).
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