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Xenics nv has no other obligation or liability for defects than those set forth therein.
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Table of Contents
Revision History..................................................................................................................3
Change Details ...................................................................................................................3
Table of Contents................................................................................................................4
List of Figures .....................................................................................................................6
List of Tables.......................................................................................................................8
1Introduction..................................................................................................................9
Scope ...................................................................................................................9
Reference Documents ..........................................................................................9
Manual Overview................................................................................................10
Conventions Used in This Manual.......................................................................10
Safety Warnings..................................................................................................10
Contact Information.............................................................................................11
2Getting started ...........................................................................................................12
Installation of CoaXpress frame grabber.............................................................12
Installation of Xeneth user interface software......................................................12
Installation of Xeneth SDK..................................................................................12
Connect the Camera via Xeneth.........................................................................13
Acquiring the first images....................................................................................14
3Mechanical overview..................................................................................................15
Optical position ...................................................................................................16
4Electrical Interface .....................................................................................................16
Unified Lemo connector......................................................................................16
CoaXpress interface ...........................................................................................17
5Camera functionality ..................................................................................................17
Image acquisition................................................................................................18
Tec control..........................................................................................................23
Triggering............................................................................................................24
Image processing................................................................................................32
Camera non-volatile memory..............................................................................37

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6Appendix....................................................................................................................41
Appendix A - Euresys Coaxlink Quad G3 installation Manual..............................41
Appendix B - Graphical representation of trigger in configurations......................45
Appendix C - Non Uniformity Correction (NUC) ..................................................54
Appendix D - Firmware and XML upgrade ..........................................................63
Appendix E - Register Description.......................................................................66

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List of Figures
Figure 2-1 Connect camera to Xeneth...............................................................................13
Figure 2-2 Xeneth user interface layout.............................................................................14
Figure 3-1 2D CAD of Manx –Tolerance ISO 2768 - f H...................................................15
Figure 3-2 Optical position of InGaAs detector..................................................................16
Figure 5-1 Show camera property documentation.............................................................18
Figure 5-2 Gain selection on Xeneth.................................................................................18
Figure 5-3 Exposure time setting on Xeneth......................................................................19
Figure 5-4 Acquisition line time setting in Xeneth..............................................................19
Figure 5-5 Acquisition frame time setting on Xeneth .........................................................20
Figure 5-6 Acquisition control settings on Xeneth..............................................................21
Figure 5-7 Frame height setting on Xeneth.......................................................................21
Figure 5-8 Footer settings on Xeneth................................................................................22
Figure 5-9 Footer enabled.................................................................................................22
Figure 5-10 Tec regulation settings on Xeneth..................................................................23
Figure 5-11 Example of a frame capturing for the Manx camera.......................................24
Figure 5-12 Free running internal trigger...........................................................................25
Figure 5-13 Trigger period longer than line(frame) period.................................................25
Figure 5-14 Trigger period is shorter than line(frame) period.............................................26
Figure 5-15 Trigger in settings as shown on Xeneth..........................................................28
Figure 5-16 Trigger in delay..............................................................................................28
Figure 5-17 Multiple lines(frames) per trigger setting on Xeneth........................................29
Figure 5-18 Trigger out pulse at start of frame and line.....................................................31
Figure 5-19 Digital output (trigger output) settings on Xeneth............................................31
Figure 5-20 Digital gain and offset settings on Xeneth ......................................................32
Figure 5-21 Select software calibration file........................................................................33
Figure 5-22 Typical corrected image with uniform lightings...............................................34
Figure 5-23 Typical raw image with uniform lighting..........................................................35
Figure 5-24 Enable software calibration file.......................................................................35
Figure 5-25 Enable onboard calibration.............................................................................36
Figure 5-26 Free onboard calibration slot..........................................................................37
Figure 5-27 Unavailable onboard calibration slot...............................................................37
Figure 5-28 Upload calibration file.....................................................................................37
Figure 5-29 Saving user set settings.................................................................................38
Figure 5-30 Clearing existing user set settings..................................................................39
Figure 5-31 Allocating power up default setting.................................................................39
Figure 5-32 Starting up a camera with user set default settings ........................................40
Figure 5-33 User set default setting in used......................................................................40
Figure 6-1 CoaXpress download files from Euresys..........................................................41
Figure 6-2 Windows start menu with Euresys Genicam Browser installed.........................41

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Figure 6-3 GEN3 PICe x4 slot on the motherboard...........................................................42
Figure 6-4 Power supply for the frame grabber board.......................................................42
Figure 6-5 CoaXpress frame grabber board not ready......................................................42
Figure 6-6 CoaXexpress frame grabber board detected on device manager.....................43
Figure 6-7 Update coaXpress frame grabber board firmware............................................43
Figure 6-8 CoaXpress sequence on Manx........................................................................44
Figure 6-9 CoaXpress sequence on frame grabber...........................................................44
Figure 6-10 CoaXpress connection ready.........................................................................44
Figure 6-11PCIeNegotiatedLinkWidth...............................................................................45
Figure 6-12 Continuous acquisition, line- and frame trigger free running...........................46
Figure 6-13 Continuous acquisition with frame trigger external and line trigger free running
..........................................................................................................................................47
Figure 6-14 Continuous acquisition with frame trigger free running and line trigger external
with burst count 2..............................................................................................................48
Figure 6-15 Continuous acquisition with line and frame trigger external............................49
Figure 6-16 Continuous acquisition with multi frame trigger ..............................................50
Figure 6-17 Multiframe acquisition ....................................................................................51
Figure 6-18 MultiFrame acquisition with frame trigger.......................................................52
Figure 6-19 MultiFrame acquisition with multi frame trigger...............................................53
Figure 6-20 Load calibration wizard ..................................................................................54
Figure 6-21 Two point calibration......................................................................................55
Figure 6-22 Two point calibration dark offset analysis.......................................................56
Figure 6-23 Selected bad pixels from dark offset analysis.................................................56
Figure 6-24 2/3 of histogram.............................................................................................57
Figure 6-25 View histogram ..............................................................................................57
Figure 6-26 Two point calibration flat field image analysis.................................................58
Figure 6-27 Selected bad pixel from flat field image analysis............................................58
Figure 6-28 Edit bad pixel map..........................................................................................59
Figure 6-29 Disable software image correction .................................................................60
Figure 6-30 Disabled software image correction ...............................................................60
Figure 6-31 Load calibration wizard ..................................................................................60
Figure 6-32 Recalibration offset........................................................................................61
Figure 6-33 One point dark offset analysis........................................................................62
Figure 6-34 Selected bad pixel from dark offset analysis...................................................62
Figure 6-35 Setting tab –Storage icon..............................................................................63
Figure 6-36 Firmware upgrade file selection......................................................................64
Figure 6-37 Firmware uploading in process ......................................................................64
Figure 6-38 XML upgrade file seletion...............................................................................65
Figure 6-39 XML uploading in process..............................................................................65

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List of Tables
Table 1-1 Camera overview - Manx ....................................................................................9
Table 1-2 List of reference documents................................................................................9
Table 4-1 Connector pinout...............................................................................................17
Table 5-1 Analogue gain settings......................................................................................18
Table 5-2 Acquisition control.............................................................................................21
Table 5-3 Footer contents of the Manx..............................................................................23
Table 5-4 Factors affecting line(frame) period...................................................................24
Table 5-5 Trigger sources.................................................................................................26
Table 5-6 Trigger in voltages.............................................................................................26
Table 5-7 Trigger in source configurations........................................................................27
Table 5-8 Line(frame) trigger in polarity configuration .......................................................27
Table 5-9 Multiple lines(frames) per trigger.......................................................................28
Table 5-10 Digital output (trigger output) mode.................................................................30
Table 5-11 Trigger out voltages and impedance ...............................................................30
Table 5-12 Tigger out source............................................................................................30
Table 5-13 Digital fixed gain and offset .............................................................................32
Table 5-14 Factory default calibration files........................................................................33
Table 5-15 Factory default onboard calibration file slots....................................................36
Table 6-1 Continuous acquisition, line- and frame trigger free running..............................46
Table 6-2 Continuous acquisition with frame trigger external and line trigger free running 47
Table 6-3 Continuous acquisition with frame trigger free running and line trigger external
with burst count 2..............................................................................................................48
Table 6-4 Continuous acquisition with line and frame trigger external...............................49
Table 6-5 Continuous acquisition with multi frame trigger..................................................50
Table 6-6 Multiframe acquisition........................................................................................51
Table 6-7 MultiFrame acquisition with frame trigger..........................................................52
Table 6-8 MultiFrame acquisition with multi frame trigger..................................................53
Table 6-9 Acquisition and trigger control registers.............................................................68
Table 6-10 Image correction and processing control registers ..........................................69
Table 6-11 Image format control registers.........................................................................69
Table 6-12 Digital output control registers.........................................................................70
Table 6-13 Device control registers...................................................................................71
Table 6-14 File access control registers............................................................................72
Table 6-15 User set control registers................................................................................73
Table 6-16 User set enumeration......................................................................................73

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1 Introduction
Scope
This User Manual describes the technical specification, dimension, image processing, basic
and advanced parameters and related subjects for the following cameras.
Camera
Product Number
General Description
Manx
512 SQ CXP 130
XEN-000651
High speed linescan SWIR
camera - Square pixel
1024 SQ CXP 130
XEN-000652
2048 SQ CXP 130
XEN-000653
512 SQ CXP 260
XEN-000654
1024 SQ CXP 260
XEN-000655
2048 SQ CXP 260
XEN-000656
512 R CXP 130
XEN-000657
High speed linescan SWIR
camera - Rectangular pixel
1024 R CXP 130
XEN-000658
2048 R CXP 130
XEN-000659
512 R CXP 260
XEN-000686
1024 R CXP 260
XEN-000687
2048 R CXP 260
XEN-000688
Table 1-1 Camera overview - Manx
Reference Documents
Reference number
Document description
Document number
Ref 1
Xeneth 2.7 user manual
ENG-2019-UMN001
Ref 2
Xeneth 2.7 installation
Manual
ENG-2019-UMN002
Ref 3
Xeneth 2.7 SDK installation
Manual
ENG-2019-UMN003
Ref 4
Manx specification sheet
ENG-2019-SPS013
Ref 5
Manx mechanical drawing
TBD
Ref 6
Manx frame rate calculator
TBD
Table 1-2 List of reference documents

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Manual Overview
This section provides a chapter overview:
•Chapter 1provides an overview of the conventions used in this manual safety
warnings, conformity information about Xenics cameras and the contact information.
•Chapter 2describes how to get started with the camera.
•Chapter 3provides a basic overview of the camera mechanics
•Chapter 4describes the electrical interfaces
•Chapter 5describes the camera functionality
•Chapter 6contains the appendices
Conventions Used in This Manual
To give this manual an easily understood layout and to emphasize important information,
the following typographical styles and symbols are used:
The styles used in this manual are:
•Bold: used for programs, inputs (commands or parameters) or highlighting important
things
•Courier New: used for code listings and output.
•Italics: used for modes and fields.
The symbols used in this manual:
Note: This symbol highlights important information.
Warning: This symbol highlights important instructions. These instructions
must be followed to avoid malfunctions!
Safety Warnings
The following safety warnings must be followed:
Supply voltage polarity: Use the power adaptor supplied with the camera.
Warranty: The warranty becomes void in case of unauthorized tampering or
any manipulations not approved by the manufacturer.
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Electrostatic discharge: The camera contains sensitive electronic
components which can be destroyed by means of electrostatic discharge. Use
enough grounding to minimize the risk of damage.
Environmental conditions: Operate the camera in dry and dust free
environment.
It is recommended to use the camera at room temperature conditions (~25°C).
Additional heating or cooling element may be necessary.
Warm-up Period: For optimal imaging, warm-up time may be required for
cameras without temperature regulator.
Contact Information
•Xenics nv (Headquarters)
Ambachtenlaan 44
BE-3001 Leuven
Belgium
T [phone]
[email protected]
•Xenics USA, Inc.
North American office
[email protected]m
•sInfraRed Pte Ltd
Asian sales, manufacturing and custom solutions office
[e-mail]
•Distributors worldwide
Xenics is a European based provider of infrared imaging products and has
representatives and distributor locations around the world to service our many
customers.
Please visit our website for more contact details:
www.xenics.com
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2 Getting started
Installation of CoaXpress frame grabber
A Quadcore coaXpress frame grabber must be installed on PC.
Xeneth is tested with Euresys Coaxlink Quad G3
https://www.euresys.com/Products/Frame-Grabbers/Coaxlink-series/Coaxlink-Quad-G3
Refer to Appendix A - Euresys Coaxlink Quad G3 installation Manual for more information.
Installation of Xeneth user interface software
Xeneth imaging suite and its graphical user interface must be installed to use the camera.
The software works with all Xenics cameras.It allows Xenics camera to be easily accessible.
It is a good practice to first uninstall a previous Xeneth version when installing
a new one.
Refer to the Xeneth Installation Manual for more details (Ref 2)
Installation of Xeneth SDK
If the SDK option was ordered, the SDK installation file and installation manual will be
provided. Follow the instructions and install Xeneth SDK. (Ref 3)
After installing the SDK, the SDK manual, together with the samples and header files can be
found in the C:\Program Files\Xeneth\SDK directory.
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Connect the Camera via Xeneth
Start Xeneth using the desktop shortcut. The connection dialog will become visible (see
Figure 2-1).
If the camera is not shown, click the refresh button on the dialog and check the cables. Make
sure that the cables are properly connected and green LED of the CoaXpress frame grabber
card is lighted up. See Appendix A - Euresys Coaxlink Quad G3 installation Manual for more
information.
Select the camera from the enumeration list. Do not select “Virtual camera”.
Select “Camera Memory” as Calibration data.
Select “start capture on connect”
Click “Connect”. The camera would be start capture with its default setting.
Camera functions are further described in section 5. Refer to section 5.4.2 for more
information regarding Non-uniformity correction.
Figure 2-1 Connect camera to Xeneth

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Acquiring the first images
This is the default layout of Xeneth user interface software. It consists of 4 important parts.
Figure 2-2 Xeneth user interface layout
X-View shows live image feed from the camera. Camera output is presented in ADU
(Arbitrary Digital Unit) values, which can be mapped to different colour profiles.
The control panel allows users to set camera functionality, apply software-level image
processing, record video and manipulate software-level pixel selections in the image.
The top bar contains function icons for starting, stopping and pausing image capture, for
loading and saving of images from and to disk and for enabling the image corrections
The bottom bar provides the following information (from left to right):
•Pixel coordinate of the mouse point in the acquired image
•Frame counter
•Current framerate
•Data travel speed indicator
•Current time indicator

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3 Mechanical overview
The design and specifications for the products described below may change
without notice.
Detailed information can be found in Ref 5.
Figure 3-1 2D CAD of Manx –Tolerance ISO 2768 - f H
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Optical position
Figure 3-2 Optical position of InGaAs detector
4 Electrical Interface
Unified Lemo connector
The design and specifications for the products described below may change
without notice.
Figure 4-1 Unified connect pin position
The Unified Lemo connector on Manx is for external triggering purposes.
Optional ASY-001439, can used as the trigger cable for the Manx camera. Not all pins are
applicable on the Manx, as it is a generic cable which can be used on several camera types.
User can integrate the free wires on ASY-001439 according to their needs.
Pin number
Function
Wire colour
1
Power supply –(GND)
white
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2
Power supply –(GND)
brown
3
Not applicable
green
4
Not applicable
yellow
5
Trigger in 1
grey
6
Trigger in 2
pink
7
Trigger out 1
blue
8
Trigger out 2
red
9
Not applicable
black
10
Not applicable
purple
Table 4-1 Connector pinout
Alternatively, a breakout box can be used. The breakout box act as an intermediary device
between the camera and trigger generator. Contact Xenics for more detail.
CoaXpress interface
The camera is compliant with CoaXpress standards
Further information about this standard is available at http://www.coaxpress.com/
5 Camera functionality
The design and specifications for the products described below may change
without notice.
This chapter provides a detailed explanation of the basic capabilities of the Manx Camera.
Refer to the quick start guide in Chapter 2 to acquire corrected images with default settings.
Refer to Appendix E - Register Description for a detailed overview of all on-board firmware
capability and operation
Refer to the Xeneth software documentation for an overview of all software capabilities (Ref
1)
It is also possible to right click on the function name and display the property documentation,
which provide the details of each function.
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Figure 5-1 Show camera property documentation
Image acquisition
Gain settings
There are 4 analogue gain options on the Manx camera. It can be selected by the user.
Sensor Gain Mode
Full well (electrons)
1
35M
5
8.1M
20
1.6M
100
290K
Table 5-1 Analogue gain settings
Figure 5-2 Gain selection on Xeneth
* x500 is an additional gain setting which is not tested
A simplified maximum Signal to Noise equation can be written as below. (The formula
neglects noise contribution from dark current and camera read noise)
𝑆𝑁𝑅max =𝑆𝑖𝑔𝑛𝑎𝑙max
𝑠𝑞𝑟𝑡 (𝑆𝑖𝑔𝑛𝑎𝑙max)= 𝑠𝑞𝑟𝑡 (𝑆𝑖𝑔𝑛𝑎𝑙max)= 𝑠𝑞𝑟𝑡 (𝐹𝑢𝑙𝑙 𝑊𝑒𝑙𝑙)
Equation 1 Max signal to noise ratio
Based on Equation 1, it is better to use the camera with lower gain factor, if there is a huge
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On the contrary, use the camera with a higher gain factor when the incoming signal is small.
Exposure time
Exposure time per line can be determined by the user using this function
Figure 5-3 Exposure time setting on Xeneth
Exposure time affects the line rate. Refer to frame rate calculator for details. (Ref 6)
Acquisition line time
Acquisition line time is the minimum time between 2 lines.
Figure 5-4 Acquisition line time setting in Xeneth
The actual line time, and hence line rate, is affected by the combination of exposure time
and acquisition line time.
When the exposure time is more than acquisition line time, the actual line time equals to the
exposure time

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When the exposure time is less than acquisition line time, the actual line time equals to the
acquisition line time. Depending on the situation, increasing the actual line time may help to
improve the image aspect ratio.
Refer to the frame rate calculator if necessary. (Ref 6)
Acquisition frame time
The frame rate is affected by the line rate and minimum frame time defined by the user.
Each frame comprises of a user defined number of lines. See section 5.1.6 to define the
number of lines. Frame time refer to the time taken to capture N number of lines. The
minimum time between 2 frames can be defined by the user by setting the Acquisition frame
time
Figure 5-5 Acquisition frame time setting on Xeneth
Refer to the frame rate calculator if necessary. (Ref 6)
Acquisition mode
There are 2 acquisition modes describe as below:
Acquisition control
Acquisition
Mode
Multi frame
Stop acquisition command is automatically activated when
Acquisition Frame count equals Frame count captured.
Continuous
This is the default mode. Frames are captured continuously
until a stop acquisition command is given by the user