Teledyne Linea 2K CL User manual

Linea™CL
Camera User’s Manual
2k, 4k, 8k and 16k Monochrome CMOS Line Scan
sensors | cameras | frame grabbers | processors | software | vision solutions
P/N: 03-032-20206-02
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Document Number: 03-032-20206-02
Revision
Description
Date
00
Initial release.
April 6, 2014.
01
8K and 16K models descriptions and features added.
December 4, 2014
02 -Maximum line rate for the 16K model revised from 50 kHz to 48 kHz.
-16K responsivity revised to 66 DN from 80 DN.
-8K and 16K mass revised to < 360 g from < 250 g.
-16K power dissipation revised to < 11 W from < 14 W.
-Updated manual format and corrected errors.
July 16, 2015
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 wafer foundry services.
Teledyne DALSA Digital Imaging offers the widest range of machine vision components in
the world. From industry-leading image sensors through powerful and sophisticated
cameras, frame grabbers, vision processors and software to easy-to-use vision appliances
and custom vision modules.

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Contents
LINEA™ CL SERIES OVERVIEW......................................................................4
DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................4
CAMERA HIGHLIGHTS .......................................................................................5
Key Features .........................................................................................5
Programmability.....................................................................................5
Applications...........................................................................................5
PART NUMBERS AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS .......................................................6
CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS OVERVIEW.....................................................................7
Compliance, EMI Certifications.................................................................8
SUPPORTED INDUSTRY STANDARDS.......................................................................9
GenICam™............................................................................................9
ASCII COMMANDS..........................................................................................9
RESPONSIVITY .............................................................................................10
Effective Quantum Efficiency: ................................................................11
LINEA CL CAMERA SETUP ............................................................................12
SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS AND CLEANING .................................................................12
Precautions .........................................................................................12
Cleaning the Device..............................................................................12
Electrostatic Discharge and the CMOS Sensor ..........................................12
RECOMMENDED SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS...............................................................12
SETUP STEPS:OVERVIEW................................................................................13
Step 1: Install and Configure Frame Grabber and Software .......................13
Step 2: Connect Camera Link and Power Cables.......................................13
Step 3: Establish Communication with the Camera...................................16
USING CAMEXPERT WITH LINEA CL CAMERAS ............................................18
CamExpert Panes.................................................................................18
Creating a Camera Configuration File in the Host......................................20
CAMERA OPERATION...................................................................................21
FACTORY SETTINGS .......................................................................................21
TYPICAL SETUP AND EVALUATION .......................................................................22
Optical Configuration ............................................................................22
Camera Timing & Control ......................................................................22
Acquiring an Image ..............................................................................22
CHECK CAMERA AND SENSOR INFORMATION ..........................................................23
Verify Temperature and Voltage.............................................................23
Camera Configuration Selection Dialog....................................................24
SET BAUD RATE ...........................................................................................26
CAMERA LINK CONFIGURATION..........................................................................27
Pixel Format ........................................................................................28
INTERNAL TEST IMAGE GENERATOR.....................................................................28
CALIBRATING THE CAMERA...............................................................................29
Flat Field Parameters............................................................................30
TRIGGER MODES ..........................................................................................32
EXPOSURE CONTROLS ....................................................................................33

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GAIN AND BLACK LEVEL (OFFSET)......................................................................37
BINNING ....................................................................................................38
PIXEL READOUT DIRECTION (MIRRORING MODE) ....................................................39
AREA OF INTEREST (AOI) SETUP .......................................................................40
SAVING AND RESTORING CAMERA SETTINGS..........................................................43
Camera Configuration Selection Dialog....................................................43
CAMERA FIRMWARE UPDATES............................................................................45
DOWNLOAD A LIST OF CAMERA PARAMETERS..........................................................45
FILE ACCESS VIA THE CAMEXPERT TOOL...............................................................46
RESETTING THE CAMERA .................................................................................47
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................48
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................48
2K and 4K Cameras..............................................................................48
8K and 16K Cameras............................................................................49
ADDITIONAL NOTES ON LINEA CL IDENTIFICATION AND MECHANICAL.............................50
EMC DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY .................................................................50
ADDITIONAL REFERENCE INFORMATION ....................................................53
OPTICAL CONSIDERATIONS ..............................................................................53
Illumination.........................................................................................53
Light Sources.......................................................................................53
Lens Modeling......................................................................................54
Magnification and Resolution .................................................................54
SENSOR HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS.....................................................................55
Electrostatic Discharge and the Sensor ...................................................55
Protecting Against Dust, Oil and Scratches ..............................................55
Cleaning the Sensor Window .................................................................56
APPENDIX A: GENICAM COMMANDS............................................................57
CAMERA INFORMATION CATEGORY ......................................................................57
Camera Information Feature Descriptions................................................57
CAMERA CONTROL CATEGORY ...........................................................................60
Camera Control Feature Descriptions......................................................60
I/O CONTROLS CATEGORY...............................................................................61
I/O Control Feature Descriptions ............................................................61
FLAT FIELD CATEGORY....................................................................................62
Flat Field Feature Descriptions ...............................................................62
IMAGE FORMAT CONTROL CATEGORY...................................................................63
Image Format Control Feature Description ..............................................63
TRANSPORT LAYER CATEGORY ...........................................................................65
Transport Layer Descriptions .................................................................65
DEVICE STREAMING REGISTERS.........................................................................66
Start – End Command Requirements ......................................................66
FILE ACCESS CONTROL CATEGORY......................................................................66
File Access Control Feature Descriptions..................................................66
APPENDIX B: ASCII COMMANDS .................................................................68
ACCESSING THE THREE LETTER COMMANDS (TLC) ..................................................68
Port Configuration ................................................................................68
Notes on Using Alternatives to HyperTerminal..........................................69
ASCII TO GENCP.........................................................................................69
Disabling the Esc Key for Direct Access to ASCII Commands......................69

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Commands..........................................................................................70
APPENDIX C: ERROR AND WARNING MESSAGES.........................................82
OPERATIONAL ERROR CODES ............................................................................83
APPENDIX D: CAMERA, FRAME GRABBER COMMUNICATION .......................84
Setting Up Communication between the Camera and the Frame
Grabber .........................................................................................84
APPENDIX E: CAMERA LINK CONNECTOR INFORMATION............................86
DATA CONNECTOR:CAMERA LINK ......................................................................86
Full Configuration.................................................................................87
Camera Link Bit Definitions....................................................................89
Camera Control Configuration................................................................90
CAMERA LINK DRIVE CAPABILITY .......................................................................90
Input Signals, Camera Link....................................................................90
Output Signals, Camera Link Clocking Signals..........................................91
CONTACT INFORMATION.............................................................................92
SALES INFORMATION......................................................................................92
TECHNICAL SUPPORT......................................................................................92

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Linea™ CL Series Overview Linea CL Series Camera
Linea™ CL Series Overview
Description
Teledyne DALSA introduces a new CMOS camera family with the 2K, 4K, 8K, and 16K resolution
Linea monochrome cameras. These new camera models use Teledyne DALSA's single line, 7.04
µm x 7.04 µm (2k, 4k, 8k) or 3.52 µm x 3.52 µm (16k) pixel array, delivering both speed and
responsivity at a competitive price.
The Linea CL linescan is a new affordable single line, camera delivering both speed and
responsivity at a competitive price. This small, low power camera is designed for applications such
as materials grading and inspection, transportation safety, automated optical inspection and
general purpose machine vision.
The Linea CL camera, is one of a new series of affordable easy to use digital cameras specifically
engineered for industrial imaging applications requiring embedded image processing and improved
network integration. Linea CL provides features to cycle a user defined sequence of imaging
setups, features providing line & frame triggers, image transfer-on-demand, all part of a
comprehensive camera package.
Linea uses industry standard CameraLink protocol to dependably capture and transfer images from
the camera to the host PC.

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Camera Highlights
Teledyne DALSA introduces a new CMOS camera family with the 2K, 4K, 8K, and 16K resolution
Linea monochrome cameras. These new camera models use Teledyne DALSA's single line, 7.04
µm x 7.04 µm (2k, 4k, 8k) or 3.52 µm x 3.52 µm (16k) pixel array, delivering both speed and
responsivity at a competitive price.
These small, affordable, low power cameras are designed for applications such as materials grading
and inspection, transportation safety, automated optical inspection and general purpose machine
vision.
Key Features
• High speed: up to 80 kHz (2k, 4k, 8k) and 48 kHz (16k)
• 2048, 4096, 8192, and 16,384 pixel resolutions
• Compact camera body
Programmability
• Multiple regions of interest for calibration and data reduction
• 8 bit or 12 bit output
• Small flat field and lens shading correction
• 8 programmable coefficient sets
• GenICam or ASCII compliant interfacing
Applications
• Automated optical inspection
• Security systems
• High performance sorting systems
• Materials grading and inspection systems
• Web inspection
• General purpose machine vision

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Part Numbers and Software Requirements
This manual covers the Linea CL models summarized below. New models area added to this
manual as they are released by Teledyne DALSA.
Camera Resolution Pixel size Max. Line Rate Lens Mount
(threaded) Product Number
Linea 2K CL 2048 x 1 7.04 x 7.04 µm 80 kHz M42 x 1 LA-CM-02K08A-xx-R
Linea 4k CL 4096 x 1 7.04 x 7.04 µm 80 kHz M42 x 1 LA-CM-04K08A- xx -R
Linea 8k CL 8192 x 1 7.04 x 7.04 µm 80 kHz M72 x 1 LA-CM-08K08A- xx -R
Linea 16K CL 16384 x 1 3.52 µm x 3.52 µm 48 kHz M72 x 1 LA-CM-16K05A- xx -R
Camera Accessories Order Number
2K and 4k M42 x 1 to F-mount adapter for 12mm BFD lens, heavy duty with clip AC-LA-00115-xx-R
2K and 4k M42 x 1 to C-mount adapter for 12 mm BFD lens AC-LC-00001-xx-R
8k and 16k M72 x 0.75 F, F-mount adapter 12 mm BFD lens, heavy duty AC-LN-0001-xx-R
8k and 16k Linea Heatsink AC-MS-00108-xx-R
For a list of accessories go to http://www.teledynedalsa.com/imaging/products/cameras/accessories/
Optical filters are available from http://www.midwestopticalsystems.com/
Teledyne DALSA Software Platform
Sapera LT version 7.50 or higher
includes CamExpert GUI application Available for free download:
http://www.teledynedalsa.com/imaging/pr
oducts/software/sapera/lt/
Sapera provides everything needed to develop imaging applications.
Camera Firmware Embedded within camera
GenICam™ support (XML camera description file) Embedded within camera
Sapera Processing Imaging Development Library
(available for Windows or Linux - sold separately): Contact Teledyne DALSA Sales
Third Party GenICam GenCP Software Requirements
Support of GenICam GenApi version 2.3 General acquisition and control. File access: firmware,
FFC, configuration data, upload & download.
Support of GenICam XML schema version 1.1
GenICam™ support — XML camera description file Embedded within Linea CL

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Camera Specifications Overview
Specifications
Performance
Imager Format
High speed CMOS line scan
Resolution
2048, 4096, 8192, and 16,384 pixels
Pixel Size
7.04 µm x 7.04 µm (2k, 4k, 8k) and 3.52 µm x 3.52 µm (16k)
Pixel Fill Factor
100 %
Line Rate
Up to 80 kHz (2k, 4k, 8k) and up to 48 kHz (16k)
Exposure Time
4 µs to 3 ms
Bit Depth
8 bit or 12 bit, selectable
Connectors and Mechanicals
Control & Data Interface
Base, Medium, Full, and Deca Camera Link configurations (2 x SDR-26)
Power Connector
Hirose 6-pin male circular
Power Supply + 5 V to + 24 V DC (+4.8 V to +25.2 V maximum limits), 2k and 4k
+12 V to + 24 V DC (+11.4 V to +25.2 V maximum limits), 8k and 16k
Power Dissipation
< 4.5 W (2k and 4k), < 8 W (8k), < 11 W (16k)
Size 62.0 mm (W) x 62.0 mm (H) x 30.9 mm (D) (2k and 4k)
76.0 mm (W) x 76.0 mm (H) x 36.7 mm (D) (8k and 16k)
Mass
< 190 g (2k and 4k), < 360 g (8k and 16k)
Operating Temp
0 °C to 65 °C, front plate temperature
Optical Interface
Sensor to Camera Front Distance
12 mm
Sensor Alignment (aligned to sides of camera)
Θy (parallelism)
x
y
z
Θz
0.08° or 100 µm
± 300 µm
± 300 µm
± 300 µm
± 0.3°
Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
CE, FCC, and RoHS; GenICam
Operating Ranges
Performance
Notes
2K 4K 8K 16K
Dynamic Range
dB
> 60 > 60 > 60 > 60
Random Noise
DN* rms
< 3.75 < 3.75 < 3.75 < 3.75 FFC enabled
Broadband Responsivity
DN / (nJ / cm
2
)
320 320 320 80
Gain Nominal range
1x to 10x
1x to 10x
1x to 10x
1x to 10x
DC Offset
DN
7 7 7 7 FFC enabled
PRNU
@ 50% Sat
< 1.5% < 1.5% < 1.5% < 1.5%
FPN
DN
< 7 < 7 < 7 < 7
SEE
nJ / cm
2
12.5 12.5 12.5 46.9
NEE
pJ / cm
2
11.7 11.7 11.7 51

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Operating Ranges
Performance
Notes
2K 4K 8K 16K
Antiblooming
(x Saturation)
> 100 > 100 > 100 > 100
Integral non-linearity
DN
1.5 % 1.5 % 1.5 % 1.5 %
*DN = digital number
Test Conditions:
•Values measured using 12-bit @ 1x gain.
•10 kHz line rate.
•Light source: broadband, quartz halogen, 3250 K with 700 nm IR cut-off filter.
•Front plate temperature: 45º C.
Compliance, EMI Certifications
Compliance Directives Standards ID Overview
CE
EN55032 (2012) Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia
equipment — Emission requirements
EN55011 (2009) with A1(2010) Industrial, scientific and medical equipment —
Radio-frequency disturbance characteristics —
Limits and methods of measurement
EN 61326-1 (2013) Electrical equipment for measurement, control and
laboratory use — EMC requirements —
Part 1: General requirements
EN 55024 (2010) Information technology equipment —
Immunity characteristics —
Limits and methods of measurement
CISPR 11 Industrial, scientific and medical equipment —
Radio-frequency disturbance characteristics —
Limits and methods of measurement
CISPR 32 Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia
equipment - Emission requirements
FCC Part 15, class A
RoHS Compliancy as per European directive 2004/105/EC
For images of the Linea CL certificates see the EMC Declarations of Conformity section.

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Supported Industry Standards
GenICam™
Linea cameras are GenICam™ compliant. They implement a superset of the GenICam™ Standard
Features Naming Convention specification V1.5.
This description takes the form of an XML device description file respecting the syntax defined by
the GenApi module of the GenICam™ specification. The camera uses the GenICam™ Generic
Control Protocol (GenCP V1.0) to communicate over the Camera Link serial port.
For more information see www.genicam.org.
Teledyne DALSA recommends using Sapera CamExpert as your Camera Link compliant camera
interface application. CamExpert is the camera interfacing tool supported by the Sapera library and
comes bundled with SaperaLT. Using CamExpert is the simplest and quickest way to send
commands to and receive information from the camera.
Sapera uses the GenICam™ Generic Control Protocol (GenCP V1.0) to communicate with the
camera over the Camera Link serial port. When communications are first established, Sapera
downloads the GenICam™ XML Description file. This file details how to access and control the
camera.
ASCII Commands
As an alternative to the CamExpert (or equivalent) GUI, you can communicate with this camera
using ASCII-based commands. Using a terminal emulating program, establish a serial port
connection with the camera.
In the ASCII interface press the ESC key; the communication mode will be switched into the ASCII
command mode other than the GenICam mode.
A complete list of the commands and a description of how to access them can be found in Appendix
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Responsivity
The responsivity graph describes the sensor response to different wavelengths of light (excluding
lens and light source characteristics).

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Effective Quantum Efficiency:
The quantum efficiency graph describes the fraction of photons at each wavelength that contribute
charge to the pixel.

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Linea CL Camera Setup Linea CL Series Camera
Linea CL Camera Setup
System Precautions and Cleaning
Precautions
Read these precautions and this manual before using the camera.
Do not open the housing of the camera. The warranty is voided if the housing is
opened.
•Confirm that the camera’s packaging is undamaged before opening it. If the packaging is
damaged please contact the related logistics personnel.
•Keep the camera’s front plate temperature in a range of 0 °C to 65 °C during operation.
•Do not operate the camera in the vicinity of strong electromagnetic fields. In addition, avoid
electrostatic charging, violent vibration, and excess moisture.
•Though this camera supports hot plugging, it is recommended that you power down and
disconnect power to the camera before you add or replace system components.
Cleaning the Device
To clean the device, avoid electrostatic charging by using a dry, clean absorbent cotton cloth
dampened with a small quantity of pure alcohol. Do not use methylated alcohol.
To clean the surface of the camera housing, use a soft, dry cloth. To remove severe stains use a
soft cloth dampened with a small quantity of neutral detergent and then wipe dry. Do not use
volatile solvents such as benzene and thinners, as they can damage the surface finish.
Electrostatic Discharge and the CMOS Sensor
Image sensors and the camera bodies housing are susceptible to damage from electrostatic
discharge (ESD). Electrostatic charge introduced to the sensor window surface can induce charge
buildup on the underside of the window. If this occurs, the charge normally dissipates within 24
hours and the sensor returns to normal operation.
Recommended System Requirements
To achieve best system performance, the following minimum requirements are recommended:
•High bandwidth frame grabber. For example, Teledyne DALSA Xtium-CL series frame
grabbers: http://www.teledynedalsa.com/imaging/products/fg/#digital-cameralink.
•Operating systems: Refer to frame grabber documentation for supported platforms.

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Setup Steps: Overview
Take the following steps in order to setup and run your camera system. They are described briefly
below and in more detail in the sections that follow.
1. Install and Configure Frame Grabber and Software
2. Connect Camera Link and Power Cables
3. Establish communication with the camera
Step 1: Install and Configure Frame Grabber and Software
Teledyne DALSA recommends its Xtium-CL series frame grabbers or equivalent. Follow the
manufacturer’s installation instructions.
For additional information on configuring frame grabbers, see Appendix D: Camera, Frame Grabber
Communication.
Note: By default, Camera Link mode is set to the standard 8-bit full mode which
allows operation of up to 80 kHz (2k, 4k, 8k) or 48 kHz (16K) line rate. Set your
Camera Link frame grabber up to receive the standard 8-bit full mode.
A GenICam™ compliant XML device description file is embedded within the camera firmware
allowing GenICam™ compliant application to know the camera’s capabilities immediately after
connection.
Installing Sapera LT gives you access to the CamExpert GUI, a GenICam™ compliant application.
Sapera LT is available free of charge for download from the Teledyne Dalsa website.
Step 2: Connect Camera Link and Power Cables
The camera uses two Camera Link SDR26 cables transmitting the Camera Link Base, Medium, or
Full configuration.
•Connect the Camera Link cables from the camera to the frame grabber installed on the
computer.
•Connect a power cable from the camera to a power supply that can provide a constant
voltage from +5 VDC to +24 VDC (2k and 4k) or +12 VDC to +24VDC (8k and 16k).
WARNING! Grounding Instructions
Static electricity can damage electronic components. It’s critical that you discharge
any static electrical charge by touching a grounded surface, such as the metal
computer chassis, before handling the camera hardware..
Note: the use of cables types and lengths other than those specified may result in
increased emission or decreased immunity and performance of the camera.
For more information on Camera Link connector specifications, see Appendix E: Camera Link
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The following figure of the Linea CL back end shows connector and LED locations. See the
Mechanical Specifications section for details on the connectors and camera mounting dimensions.
Power
Hirose 6-pin
•+5V to +24V DC
(2k and 4k)
•+12V to +24V DC
(8k and 16k)
Control & Data
Camera Link 26-pin
SDR26 connectors
Status
Diagnostic LED
Power Connector
WARNING! Grounding Instructions
It is extremely important that you apply the appropriate voltages to your camera.
Incorrect voltages may damage the camera. Input voltage requirements: +5 VDC to
+24 VDC (2k and 4k models), 1 Amp. +12 VDC to +24 VDC (8K and 16K models),
2 Amp. Before connecting power to the camera, test all power supplies.
Hirose 6-pin Circular Male (Mating Part: HIROSE HR10A-7P-6S)
Pin
Description
Pin
Description
1 +5 V to +24 V DC (2K and 4K)
+12 V to +24 V DC (8K and 16K)
4 GND
2 +5 V to +24 V DC (2K and 4K)
+12 V to +24 V DC (8K and 16K)
5 GND
3 +5 V to +24 V DC (2K and 4K)
+12 V to +24 V DC (8K and 16K)
6 GND

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The camera meets all performance specifications using standard switching power supplies,
although well-regulated linear supplies provide optimum performance.
WARNING: When setting up the camera’s power supplies follow these guidelines:
•Apply the appropriate voltages.
•Protect the camera with a 1 amp slow-blow fuse between the power supply
and the camera.
•Do not use the shield on a multi-conductor cable for ground.
•Keep leads as short as possible in order to reduce voltage drop.
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Use high-quality supplies in order to minimize noise.
Note: If your power supply does not meet these requirements, then the camera
performance specifications are not guaranteed.
Power over Camera Link
The Linea 2k and 4k Camera Link cameras are Power over Camera Link (PoCL) compatible*, but
are not compliant with the full PoCL specification as their operation is dependent on the frame
grabber used. These cameras exceed the 4 W PoCL power specification, but some frame grabbers,
such as the Xtium frame grabber from Teledyne Dalsa, are able to supply sufficient power for the
camera’s operation.
PoCL can be enabled from within CamExpert. Be sure to connect the power supply to the Xtium
frame gabber in the PC.
PoCL power can only be supplied through the Data 1 (base) camera link port.
* The 8K and 16K models do not support PoCL.
Camera Status LED
The Linea CL has one multicolor LED to provide a simple visible indication of camera state. The
table below summarizes the operating states of the camera and the corresponding LED states.
When more than one condition is active, the LED indicates the condition with the highest priority.
LED State Definition
LED is off
No power or hardware malfunction
Blinking Green
Powering up or calibrating
Green
Ready
Red
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Step 3: Establish Communication with the Camera
The camera is designed to power up with a GenICam-compliant interface. CamExpert
provides an easy-to-use GUI that can be used to set up and operate the camera.
The camera also comes with Teledyne DALSA’s three letter command (TLC) interface
option, which can be accessed using a suitable terminal program such as
HyperTerminal™. If you want to use the TLC interface, refer to Appendix B: ASCII
Commands.
To establish communication with the camera:
1. Power on the camera
2. Connect to the frame grabber
3. Connect to the camera
Power on the camera
Turn on the camera’s power supply. You may have to wait while the camera readies itself for
operation. The camera must boot fully before it will be recognized by the camera interface
application (for example, CamExpert) — the LED displays steady green once the camera is ready.
Connect to the frame grabber
1. Start Sapera CamExpert (or equivalent Camera Link compliant application) by double
clicking the desktop icon created during the software installation.
2. CamExpert will search for installed Sapera devices. In the Devices list area on the left side,
the connected frame grabber will be shown.
3. Select the frame grabber device by clicking on the name.
Note: The first time you set up the camera you will need to establish a communication
link between the camera and frame grabber.

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Connect to the camera
1. Start a new Sapera CamExpert application (or equivalent Camera Link compliant interface)
by double clicking the desktop icon created during the software installation.
2. In CamExpert, for Teledyne DALSA frame grabbers, the camera appears below the Board
category.
Check LED Status
If the camera is operating correctly at this point, the diagnostic LED is steady green.
Software Interface
All the camera features can be controlled through the CamExpert interface. For example, under the
Camera Control menu in the camera window you can control the line rate and exposure times.
Operate the Camera
At this point you will be ready to start operating the camera to acquire images, set camera
functions, and save settings.

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Using CamExpert with Linea CL
Cameras
The Sapera CamExpert tool is the interfacing tool for GenCP compliant Camera Link cameras, and
is supported by the Sapera library and hardware. When used with a Linea CL camera, CamExpert
allows a user to test most of the operating modes. Additionally CamExpert saves the Linea CL user
settings configuration to the camera or saves multiple configurations as individual camera
parameter files on the host system (*.ccf).
An important component of CamExpert is its live acquisition display window which allows
immediate verification of timing or control parameters without the need to run a separate
acquisition program.
Click on any parameter and a short description is displayed below the Category pane. The same
context sensitive help is available by clicking on the button then click on a camera
configuration parameter. Click on the button to open the help file for more descriptive
information on CamExpert.
Note: The examples shown may not entirely reflect the features and parameters available from
the camera model and camera mode used in your application.
CamExpert Panes
The various areas of the CamExpert tool are described in the figure below. Device Categories and
Parameter features are displayed as per the device’s XML description file. The number of
parameters shown is dependent on the View mode selected (Beginner, Expert, Guru – see
description below).