Geschäftsführer (Managing Directors): Andreas Gerk, Peter Tix
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Document history and conventions
This chapter includes:
•Document history
•Conventions used in this manual
Goldeye G/CL Technical Manual V4.1.6
This Goldeye G/CL Technical Manual describes the technical specifications and
operating principle of the Goldeye camera family (Allied Vision product codes
4068xxx, 4168xxx, 6068xxx, and 6168xxx), including feature overview, dimensions,
I/O definition, pixel formats, image processing and IR-specific data processing,
basic and advanced parameters, and settings, as well as bandwidth and frame rate
related subjects.
Document history
Version
Date
Document updates
Document history and conventions
V4.1.6
2019-09-01
V4.1.5
2019-Jul-09
V4.1.4
2019-Apr-30
V4.1.3
2019-Mar-15
V4.1.2
2018-Sep-12
Editorial revision to improve usability
Extended description of TID correction.
Updated Spectral Sensitivity plots.
Editorial changes.
Specifications : Included three Gain levels of
G/CL-033 TEC1 and TECless models.
Upgraded the description of filters.
Specifications : Updated power consumption data.
Specifications : Added standards used for successful shock and
vibration testing.
Specifications : Added Gain factor to Image and
Performance table.
Accessories: Updated accessories tables.
Temperature control: Added section Recommended Environment
for Goldeye TECless.
Temperature control: Extended the section
Neutralization of the Temperature Influence.
Minor editorial changes.
Added link to application note Using the Goldeye G/CL LUT for
image processing.
Updated contact information.
Updated installation information.
V4.1.1
2018-Jul-26
Table 1: Document history (sheet 1 of 3)
Applied several editorial corrections.
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Version
Date
V4.1.0
2018-May-08
Document history and conventions
Document updates
Firmware version 02.18.20213
Added functions to models G/CL-008 TEC1 and
G/CL-008 Cool TEC1:
•Modified temperature readout with increased
precision (reduced
T_readout noise).
•Ability to heat the sensor in a new mode.
•New feature
SensorTemperatureTargetSetpoint that
allows to hold one sensor temperature over a very wide
range of conditions.
Improved pin assignment description of 12-pin Hirose
connector, added Hirose pin number to input and output block
diagrams.
Added the TEC level to each model name throughout the
document; also added detailed description of model naming.
Included the Installation Manual for both GigE and CL models
into the Technical Manual.
Firmware version 02.14.19002
Added automatic contrast functionality.
Added TID correction.
Updated formulas for maximum frame rate.
Applied multiple small changes.
Included multiple minor updates.
Applied result of language check.
Restructured technical data and specifications .
V3.1.2
2016-Nov-17
V3.1.1
2016-Aug-25
Corrected drawing of the Goldeye G-032 Cool power connector
pin assignment.
Corrected formulas for frame rate calculation of Goldeye CL-032,
CL-033.
Table 1: Document history (sheet 2 of 3)
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Version
Date
V3.1.0
Document history and conventions
Document updates
Firmware version 02.12.17558
2016-Jun-30
V3.0.0
2016-Feb-29
V2.0.0
2015-Aug-24
V1.3.0
2015-Mar-20
V1.2.0
2014-Nov-07
V1.1.0
2014-Oct-24
V1.0.0
2014-Jul-11
Added automatic exposure functionality.
Added capability to change Camera Link timing parameters
including clock frequency.
Firmware version 2.10.16613
New models: CL-008, CL-032, CL-033.
Firmware version 02.08.15169
New model: G-008
Complete implementation of new corporate layout.
Introduction of look-up table and binning into the firmware.
Firmware version 02.06.06
New model: G-033.
Extended the description of image corrections.
Updated to new brand name and new brand logo.
Firmware version 02.04.04
New model: G-032 SWIR Cool
Introduction of automatic non-uniformity correction.
Introduced new chapter Resolution and ROI.
Firmware version 02.02.02
New camera family, first model: Goldeye G-032
First release of the document.
Table 1: Document history (sheet 3 of 3)
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Conventions used in this manual
To give this manual an easily understandable layout and to emphasize important
information, the following typographical styles and symbols are used:
Styles
Style (example)Function
EmphasisSome important parts or items of the text are
emphasized to make them more visible.
Features and
registers names
Features and
registers options
InputCommand
SourceCode
UIElementText that is displayed, or output, by the system for the
WebReferenceReferences to other documents or web pages, like
GigE features names and Camera Link register names are
displayed as monospaced text.
Features options and register’s options that are
selectable by the user are displayed as monospaced
italicized text.
Text or command to type in by the user, selected menu
options, or other selectable options.
Code words of programs and code examples, used in
running text. Mainly designated for use in software
documentation.
user, like parts of the GUI, dialog boxes, buttons, menus,
important information, or windows titles.
weblinks, hypertext links, emails, but also cross
references, that include a link the user can follow by
clicking.
Table 2: Markup conventions used in this manual
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Symbols and notes
Practical Tip
This symbol highlights a practical tip that helps to better understand the camera‘s
features and functions, and to make better use of it.
Further information available online
This symbol highlights URLs for further information. The URL itself is shown in blue.
Example:
www.alliedvision.com
Safety-related instructions to avoid malfunctions
This symbol indicates important or specific instructions or procedures that are
related to product safety. You need to follow these instructions to avoid
malfunctions.
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This chapter includes:
§
•Compliance notifications for the following areas:
-Europe (CE)
-USA (FCC)
-Canada (ICES)
•Information about application and intended use
of the camera.
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Compliance notifications
For customers in Europe
Allied Vision has demonstrated the fulfilment of the requirements relating to the
Goldeye G/CL camera family:
United States of America: Supplier Declaration of Conformity
Goldeye G/CL cameras comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information
Allied Vision Technologies, Inc, 102 Pickering Way – Suite 502, Exton, PA 19341,
Telephone +1 978 225 2030
Class B digital device
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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We caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
For customers in Canada
This apparatus complies with the Class B limits for radio noise emissions set out in
the Radio Interference Regulations.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Pour utilisateurs au Canada
Cet appareil est conforme aux normes classe B pour bruits radioélectriques,
spécifiées dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Avoid electromagnetic interferences
For all power and interface connections, only use shielded cables or cables
recommended by Allied Vision.
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Camera applications and intended use
General use
•The user is responsible for operating the camera within the specifications that
are defined in this document, and within appropriate environmental
conditions and technical prerequisites, to ensure trouble-free camera
operation.
•The camera is compliant with current data communication standards; however,
those standards do not allow for self-monitoring. Thus, the camera cannot be
used as a standalone device for security-related monitoring operations.
•The camera is a hardware product. Only when used with appropriate
accompanying software, the camera will produce the desired results. The
realization of intelligent solutions requires additional software that is suitable
to run with the camera.
•The camera is a component, it is neither a complete product, nor is it a readymade technical solution.
•The camera-supporting software can be obtained and installed separately from
the camera. Usage of the software is solely the responsibility of the user.
•The camera must not be opened. For all repair tasks, contact Allied Vision or
one of Allied Vision's authorized representatives.
•Observe the intended use. The camera must only be used for purposes that are
in conformity with the stated intended use.
•Additionally, refer to the warranty information on the Allied Vision website.
•For usage in product with specific safety requirements a Quality Assurance
Agreement with Allied Vision is required.
•The camera is intended for use in a commercial, industrial, or business
environment. The test phase and programming should be carried out by
advanced users.
Use in medical devices
The camera provides basic adequacy to be used in medical devices as well,
however, is not specially designated for operation in medical devices. When used
as part of a medical device, a review of the specific application is necessary. For
usage in medical product, a Quality Assurance Agreement with Allied Vision is
required. Users who integrate the camera into an application must comply with the
rules and regulations concerning medical devices.
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Copyright and trademarks
All texts, pictures and graphics are protected by copyright and other laws
protecting intellectual property. All content is subject to change without notice.
All trademarks, logos, and brands cited in this document are property and/or
copyright material of their respective owners. Use of these trademarks, logos, and
brands does not imply endorsement.
This chapter builds on the information available in
the installation guide of your Goldeye GigE camera.
It includes:
•additional information for configuring the host
computer
•a description of the components required for
your vision system, including configuring the host
computer, Ethernet adapter settings, and
connecting your Goldeye GigE camera.
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The hardware and installation instructions in this chapter are applicable to all
cameras of the Allied Vision Goldeye G family. Follow the link to learn more about
GigE cameras from Allied Vision.
Allied Vision Goldeye G cameras provide lens mounts in various sizes for installing a
lens: C-Mount, F-Mount, and M42-Mount. You can order lenses for IR cameras
directly from Allied Vision or from an Allied Vision distribution partner. Users need
to select the desired focal length and appropriate optical format for the target
camera model.
Installation and hardware GigE
Modular Concept
The Allied Vision Modular Concept provides more information on lens mount
options for specific Allied Vision GigE cameras:
Allied Vision provides the Vimba SDK software package that support our GigE
Vision cameras.
Download software
Vimba is Allied Vision's future-proof SDK for all current and upcoming Allied Vision
cameras with Camera Link, GigE Vision, FireWire (IEEE 1394), and USB Vision interfaces. Follow the link for more information.
www.alliedvision.com/en/products/software.html
Allied Vision GigE cameras are GigE Vision v1.2 compliant. This means they are
compatible with third-party software that offers a GigE Vision driver.
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Overview of installation
This is an overview of the installation process: follow the links on this page to read
the step-by-step instructions.
•Install Gigabit Ethernet network card and configure network card (Jumbo
Frames, Receive Descriptors, Performance Options, and IP address settings):
See Configuring the host computer on page 25.
•Install the Allied Vision Vimba SDK plus corresponding Viewer:
See Installing camera software.
•Connect camera to PC or laptop and ensure that the camera is powered:
See Connecting your camera on page 30.
•Acquiring your first image with the Allied Vision Vimba Viewer:
See Using Allied Vision viewer applications.
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Mounting the camera
You can attach the camera to a base in two ways:
1. To attach the camera to any horizontal or vertical base, four mounting threads
M4 x 6 mm are located on each side of the camera, except for the back side.
-Refer to the drawings in chapter Camera dimensions on page 121 for the
exact distances between the mounting threads.
-To avoid damaging the camera housing, we recommend using bolts with an
effective length of 4 to 6 mm and apply a maximum torque of 2.0 Nm to
each bolt.
2. To attach the camera to the common mounting plate of tripods used in
photography, a 1/4 - 20 UNC mounting thread is located on the camera
bottom.
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Allied Vision GigE Vision cameras can operate on 10/100 or Gigabit speed Ethernet
adapters. To reach the maximum camera frame rate, a Gigabit speed Ethernet
adapter with jumbo packet support is required.
If your host computer has an available Ethernet interface, this can be used with
Allied Vision GigE cameras. We recommend that your camera system uses a
dedicated Ethernet interface not shared with internet or local area networks. If
more interfaces are needed, or your existing Ethernet adapter is unable to operate
at Gigabit Ethernet speeds, installing additional hardware may be required.
•For desktop systems, install a PCI Express bus Ethernet adapter.
•For laptops, use an expansion slot via a Gigabit Ethernet Express card.
Usage on mixed-use networks (with printers, internet or email, and other devices)
is possible but may impact camera performance, for example, frame rate. Check
with your IT administrator if required for network configuration.
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Compatible interface slot
Verify that there is an available and compatible interface slot on the host computer
before purchasing the desired Ethernet adapter card.
Ethernet adapters
For a list of Ethernet adapters available for purchase from Allied Vision, please
contact Allied Vision sales representative or your local Allied Vision distribution
partner:
www.alliedvision.com/en/about-us/where-we-are
A list of Allied Vision recommended Ethernet adapters is available on the Allied
Vision website.
Install the network card driver from your network card manufacturer. Read the
frame grabber software installation guide provided by the frame grabber
manufacturer. If no installation application is provided, update the driver manually.
Updating the driver manually
1. Click the Start icon and select Control Panel in the menu.
2. Click
View by Large Icons and select Device Manager in the list.
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3. Under Network Adapters, locate the Ethernet network adapter, right-click the
entry, and select
4. Select the
Browse my computer for driver software.
5. Click
Close once the driver has been installed.
Update Driver Software in the menu.
Search automatically for updated driver software or
Modifying Ethernet adapter IP address
After initial Ethernet adapter hardware installation, connect the Ethernet adapter
directly to the camera. The default configuration assigns an IP address
automatically, using the Link-Local Address range of 169.254.xxx.xxx. If a DHCP
server is present, this will define the address.
Users can fix the adapter address to minimize the time required for a camera to be
recognized by the host application.
To connect to the camera, edit the host PC’s adapter settings and configure the
following settings:
•IP Address: 169.254.100.1
•Subnet mask: 255.255.0.0
•Default gateway: blank
Systems that employ multiple Ethernet adapters connected to multiple cameras
will also be required to fix the address of the Ethernet adapter. Each network
interface card or network interface card port requires a unique IP address.
IP AddressSubnet maskDefault gateway
NIC 1169.254.100.1255.255.0.0(blank)
NIC 2169.254.100.2255.255.0.0(blank)
NIC 3169.254.100.3255.255.0.0(blank)
Table 3: Configuration examples for systems that employ multiple NICs
Optimizing the Ethernet adapter
The Ethernet adapter should be adjusted to improve system performance when
using a GigE Vision camera. This performance is related to minimizing CPU usage
and dropped or resent packets.
Edit the Ethernet adapter driver properties according to the values in Table 4 . The
names and availability of the properties listed may vary depending on adapter
manufacturer and model.
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Allied Vision GigE camera’s default factory settings configure the camera packet
size to 8228. The host adapter needs to support a packet size of equal or larger size
to stream from the camera.
Property Value
Packet size8228 bytes or larger
Interrupt ModerationEnable
Interrupt Moderation RateExtreme
Transmit buffers256 bytes
Receive buffersMax setting available
Table 4: Ethernet adapter performance settings
If adapter packet size support is limited to 1500 bytes, as on 10/100 speed NICs,
you can reduce the camera packet size using Vimba Viewer and saved to an onboard camera power up config file. See
Reference.
SavedUserSets in the GigE Features
Jumbo packets
The properties listed for the network adapter may include either Jumbo Packet or
Jumbo Frames, depending on the manufacturer. If neither is listed under
properties, your network card may not support this feature. You must use a
network adapter that supports Jumbo Frames/Jumbo Packets.
The Ethernet adapter settings may also vary depending on your system
configuration and the network adapter manufacturer.
Enabling jumbo packets
1. Click the Start icon and select Control Panel in the menu.
2. Click
3. Under Network Adapters, locate the Ethernet network adapter, right-click the
4. Select the
5. Select the property
View by Large Icons and select Device Manager in the list.
entry, and select
Properties in the menu.
Advanced tab.
Jumbo Packet and set the value to 9014 Bytes.
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6. Click
Support by various Gigabit Ethernet cards
The settings list in the advanced adapter settings may vary between various types
and brands of Gigabit Ethernet network cards. Common expressions are Jumbo
Frames or Jumbo Packet.
If Jumbo Frames or Jumbo Packet does not appear in this list, your network card
may not support it. Without this capability, you may not be able to achieve the full
performance of the camera. Refer to chapter Technical specifications on page 56 for
details on power consumption.
OK to save the setting.
Installing viewer software
Allied Vision software
All software packages provided by Allied Vision are free of charge and contain the
following components:
•Drivers
•Software Development Kit (SDK) for camera control and image acquisition
•Examples based on the provided APIs of the SDK
•Documentation and release notes
•Viewer application to operate and configure the cameras
Vimba Viewer documentation
Vimba Viewer documentation is included with the software download. Once
Vimba Viewer is installed on your host PC, documentation is located under
\Program Files\Allied Vision\Vimba.
Third-party software
In addition to the software provided by Allied Vision, there are numerous GigE
Vision standard compliant third-party software options available. In general,
third-party software provides increased functionality such as image processing and
video recording.
Allied Vision’s Vimba SDK is based on the GenICam standard. GenICam-based
third-party software automatically connects with Vimba's transport layers.
Additionally, Vimba includes the Cognex Adapter for VisionPro.
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Accessories
Use a Category 5e or higher rated Ethernet cable to connect the Goldeye camera
to the host adapter.
Overview of all available accessories:
Allied Vision provides accessories to run and connect the Goldeye. To obtain an
overview of all accessories available, go to the Allied Vision Accessories webpage:
www.alliedvision.com/en/products/accessories.html
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Camera drivers
Allied Vision GigE cameras work with any or all of the following software options.
To power up the camera, plug the 12-pin Hirose connector into the camera and
wait for the boot phase to complete. For Cool models, use the 4-pin Hirose
connector. The boot phase is indicated by a steady flashing of the Ethernet status
LEDs.
For all available power supply options and all suitable connectors refer to Power
supplies on page 133.
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Connecting to host application
Once you have installed the Vimba Viewer or third-party application to your host
computer, you can connect your Allied Vision GigE camera via an Ethernet
Category 5e cable or higher. If your camera is not PoE powered, connect the Hirose
cable to power the camera.
Launch the application
1. Power up the camera and wait until the Ethernet Status LEDs stop blinking.
This indicates booting has been finished.
2. Launch the Vimba Viewer application and wait for the camera to appear in the
Detected Cameras list. This may take a few seconds, depending on the number
of cameras connected to the PC.
3. Select the desired camera from Detected Cameras list.
4. A new camera window appears, as shown in Figure 1 .
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Figure 1: Vimba Viewer
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Acquiring images
To start continuous image acquisition, using default camera settings, click on the
freerun button in the viewer toolbar. The freerun button is used to start and stop
the live view.
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Questions and answers
Is the camera getting power?
Check the GigE status LED at the GigE port on the backside of the camera. Once
the camera is booted, the green LED remains lit as long as the camera is connected
to power.
The status LED codes for Goldeye G cameras are described in the section
The hardware and installation instructions in this chapter are applicable to all
cameras of the Allied Vision Goldeye CL family. Follow the link to learn more about
Camera Link cameras from Allied Vision.
Allied Vision Goldeye CL cameras provide lens mounts in various sizes for installing
a lens: C-Mount, F-Mount, and M42-Mount. You can order lenses for IR cameras
directly from Allied Vision or from an Allied Vision distribution partner. Users need
to select the desired focal length and appropriate optical format for the target
camera model.
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Modular Concept
The Allied Vision Modular Concept provides more information on lens mount
options for specific Allied Vision Camera Link cameras:
Allied Vision provides the Vimba SDK for accessing all camera features to control
the Goldeye CL. To acquire images the frame grabber SDK must be used.
Download software
Vimba is Allied Vision's future-proof SDK for all current and upcoming Allied Vision
cameras with Camera Link, GigE Vision, FireWire (IEEE 1394), and USB Vision
interfaces. Follow the link for more information:
www.alliedvision.com/en/products/software.html
Overview of installation
In this section, you find an overview of the installation process — follow the links
on this page to read the step-by-step instructions.
•Install the frame grabber card and software:
Refer to Installing a frame grabber on page 38.
•Install Vimba SDK plus corresponding Viewers:
Refer to Installing camera software on page 38.
•Connect camera to frame grabber card and ensure that the camera is
powered:
Refer to Connecting to host computer on page 40.
•Use the Vimba Viewer to configure and control the camera. Use the frame
grabber software to acquire images.
Read Camera control and image viewing on page 41
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Mounting the camera
You can attach the camera to a base in two ways:
1. To attach the camera to any horizontal or vertical base, four mounting threads
M4 x 6 mm are located on each side of the camera, except for the back side.
-Refer to the drawings in chapter Camera dimensions on page 121 for the
exact distances between the mounting threads.
-To avoid damaging the camera housing, we recommend using bolts with an
effective length of 4 to 6 mm and apply a maximum torque of 2.0 Nm to
each bolt.
2. To attach the camera to the common mounting plate of tripods used in
photography, a 1/4 - 20 UNC mounting thread is located on the camera
bottom.
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Powering up the camera
To power up the camera, plug the 12-pin Hirose connector into the camera and
wait for the boot phase to complete. For Cool models, use the 4-pin Hirose
connector. The boot phase is indicated by a steady flashing of the Camera Link
status LED.
For all available power supply options and all suitable connectors refer to Power
supplies on page 133.
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Installing a frame grabber
For the installation of a frame grabber, the computer must meet the minimum
system requirements of the frame grabber.
Find the requirements in the technical manual of the frame grabber.
Refer also to the frame grabber installation manual provided by the manufacturer
regarding installation details.
Installing frame grabber software
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Read the frame grabber software installation guide provided by the frame grabber
manufacturer.
More information about frame grabbers:
For more information about compatibility of various frame grabber models and
system installation refer to the application note Usage of Frame grabbers with Gold‐eye CL Cameras, which is downloadable from the Allied Vision website:
To receive advice on suitable frame grabbers for your application, contact the Allied
Vision support team.
support@alliedvision.com
Installing camera software
This section presents instructions for software installation specific to Windows 7.
Goldeye CL cameras can be operated under later versions of Windows as well.
Allied Vision offers Vimba as the main SDK for its Camera Link cameras.
To install the Vimba SDK plus corresponding Vimba Viewer, read Installing Vimba
Viewer on Windows on page 39.
Note that currently there is no Linux support for Camera Link with Vimba.
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Frame grabber configuration files
Some frame grabbers applications use configuration files to setup the grabber for a
certain camera. Allied Vision can provide files for the Goldeye CL series for various
frame grabbers.
For more information, contact the Allied Vision support team.
support@alliedvision.com
Download Vimba Viewer
Download the Vimba SDK for Windows and for Linux from the Allied Vision website:
www.alliedvision.com/en/products/software.html
Installing Vimba Viewer on Windows
You can install the Vimba Viewer on Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10. To
install the Vimba Viewer on Windows, follow these steps:
Step 1:To start the installation, run the file Vimba_v2.0_Windows.exe.
Step 2:Select an installation level suitable for you.
Step 3:Click Start. The installer will guide you through the installation process.
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Powering up the camera
To power up the camera, plug the 12-pin Hirose connector into the camera and
wait for the boot phase to complete. For Cool models, use the 4-pin Hirose
connector. The boot phase is indicated by a 1 Hz steady green-red flashing of the
Camera Link status LED.
For all available power supply options and all suitable connectors refer to Power
supply on page 155.
For Camera Link LED color and flashing pattern, refer to Camera Link status LED on
page 164
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Connecting to host computer
To connect the camera to the host application, use a Camera Link cable with an
SDR-26 connector for the camera side.
To retrieve information about the required connector type for the frame grabber
(either MDR-26 or SDR-26), refer to the frame grabber manual.
More on accessories:
For more information on accessories contact Allied Vision sales representative or
your local Allied Vision distribution partner:
Vimba offers a GenTL compatible configuration transport layer to access a GenCP
compatible Camera Link camera. This transport layer offers access to all camera
features and is used to setup and control a camera.
The Vimba Viewer is used as control application only. Images of the camera are
grabbed via the viewer application that comes with the frame grabber software
installation.
Figure 2 shows the corresponding block diagram.
Figure 2: Vimba Config TL block diagram
Adjusting the transfer speed for your frame grabber
Not all frame grabbers support the same maximum data transfer speed. The
maximum bit rate supported by various frame grabbers is vastly different.
Therefore, the default bit rate for use of Vimba with Camera Link is set to the
minimum bit rate of 9600 bits per second.
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If your frame grabber supports a higher bit rate, it is advantageous to increase the
bit rate in Vimba to the highest bit rate that the frame grabber supports.
Take note when changing the transfer speed
•Always change the bit rate using Vimba. Do not try to change the bit rate from
within the camera, this might cause the camera to stop working and require a
restart.
•The steps outlined below are applicable for Vimba, they are not applicable for
any frame grabber SDK.
To increase the bit rate, follow these steps:
Step 1:Open the file VimbaCLConfigTL.xml. You find it in the VIMBA_HOME
directory, which is typically one of the following (for Vimba 2.1 - adjust
the path for Vimba 2.0 accordingly).
These XML files include the modifiable settings, by default the bit rate
is denoted as follows:
<DefaultBaudRate>9600</DefaultBaudRate>
Set this number to the highest bit rate that your frame grabber supports, the highest possible value is
Save the file and close.
Step 2:Restart Vimba and restart the Goldeye CL.
Result:All operations requiring data exchange, especially a firmware update,
increase significantly in speed.
912600 bits per second.
Launch the applications
1. Power up the camera and wait until the Camera Link Status LED stops blinking.
This indicates booting is completed.
2. Launch the Vimba Viewer application and wait for the camera to appear in the
Detected Cameras list. This may take a few seconds, depending on the
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number of cameras connected to the PC and the number of installed frame
grabbers.
Figure 3: Vimba Viewer ‐ camera detection window
If the camera does not appear after some time, check the following:
•Is the camera connected to the correct grabber port? If the frame grabber has
two CL connectors it should be connected to port 1.
•Has the camera been powered up and booted completely before the Vimba
Viewer was started? The boot process is indicated by a 1 Hz green-red flashing
of the CL status LED. After booting has been finished the LED stays green. It
starts flickering in one of the following cases.
-serial communication is taking place
-images are transferred to the host
3. Select the desired camera from
Detected Cameras list.
4. A new camera window appears, as shown in Figure 4 on page 44. This camera
window consists of the following components:
-Viewer toolbar: controls to customize the live camera view
-Controller window: shows camera controls
-Information window: displays camera and event information
-Camera stats: Statistical information
5. Launch the viewing application provided by frame grabber manufacturer.
No Plug and Play mechanism
Camera Link does not provide a Plug and Play mechanism. If a camera is attached to
the frame grabber after the transport layer is loaded (during start of Vimba Viewer),
the new camera will not be detected. If a camera is removed after it has been
opened it can also not be detected. The
not detect a new Camera Link camera.
Because the transport layer is for controlling the camera only, the Vimba Viewer
window does not show a live image. Therefore, the histogram window will also not
show any data. Image display and analysis is done via applications provided by the
frame grabber manufacturer.
Refresh button in the Vimba Viewer does
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Figure 4: Vimba Viewer window
Dockable Layout:
The camera window supports a fully dockable layout that allows user to customize
their workspace.
If components are missing in camera window:
If any of the components of the camera window shown above is missing, then do
the following:
•Right-click on menu or toolbar
•Select the missing component
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Adjust camera controls: Controller window
The controller window is displayed in the top right section of the Vimba window,
refer to Figure 4 on page 44. It is used to configure the camera frame rate,
exposure time, pixel format, and much more.
Explanation of camera controls:
A detailed explanation of camera controls is available in the Goldeye G/CL Features
Reference available at
To grab images, use the viewer application provided by the frame grabber
manufacturer. It is necessary to configure the viewer application regarding the
incoming image format of the camera.
Best practice:
1. Set the features
Vimba Viewer controller window.
2. Configure the equivalent parameters of the incoming image format for the
frame grabber with the frame grabber viewing application identically.
3. Use the Vimba Viewer features
start and stop image acquisition.
Width, Height, and PixelFormat of the camera within the
AcquisitionStart and AcquisitionStop to
Figure 5: Example frame grabber viewer application
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Grabber configuration files:
You can adjust the image parameters within the application or via an external
grabber configuration file, depending of the used frame grabber.
Refer to the frame grabber documentation for more information on parameter
adjustment.
To obtain frame grabber configuration files, contact our technical support team:
support@alliedvision.com
Camera information: Information window
The information window is displayed in the bottom section of the Vimba window,
see Figure 8 on page 48. It consists of the functionalities described below.
To open the Logging window, click the logging icon, shown left. The
logging window provides camera identifying information including the
serial and ID number.
Figure 6: Vimba Viewer with logging window
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Using a custom application
It is possible to access the Goldeye CL camera without using the Vimba
configuration transport layer. In this case the custom application must open the
COM port of the grabber via the clallserial.dll (or clserXXX.dll) to establish a
communication channel between the host and the camera. The protocol used for
communication with the camera is GenICam GenCP.
Figure 7: Custom GenCP application block diagram
Applicable standards
Two standards are applicable:
•The Camera Link Specification V2.0. You can download it from the AIA website:
Some frame grabber manufacturers come with their own Camera Link transport
layer. In this case the Vimba Viewer is not necessary to control the camera.
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Adjusting camera features and grabbing images is handled via an application from
the frame grabber manufacturer.
Figure 8: Frame grabber transport layer block diagram
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Troubleshooting
Questions and answers
Is the camera getting power?
Check the Camera Link status LED underneath the CL port on the backside of the
camera. If the camera is connected to power, the LED displays a steady green color.
The status LED codes for Goldeye CL cameras are described in the section Camera
Link status LED on page 164.
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Is the camera powered, but not detected in viewer?
•Is the camera connected to the correct grabber port?
If the frame grabber has two CL connectors, it should be connected to port 1.
If the frame grabber has two CL connectors, it does not necessarily mean that
it is a DUAL-BASE grabber. Refer to the frame grabber manual for more
information.
•Has the camera been powered up and booted completely before the Vimba
Viewer was started?
During the boot process the CL status LED underneath the cameras CL port
flashes with 1 Hz in green-red. After booting has been finished, the LED stays
green.
Note that no Plug and Play mechanism is available with Camera Link. If a camera is
attached to the frame grabber after the transport layer is loaded (during start of
Vimba Viewer), the new camera will not be detected. If a camera is removed after
it has been opened it can also not be detected.
Is the camera listed in viewer, but images cannot be
acquired?
•Compare the incoming image format of the frame grabber with the parameters
set in the camera. Verify that width, height, and pixel format expected by the
frame grabber are equal at the camera side.
•Check if the frame grabber tap configuration is the same as the camera tap
configuration (Feature
•Technical specifications , advanced features, and
measured Absolute Quantum Efficiency
diagrams for each Goldeye G and CL model
•Frame rates that result when changing the
resolution from minimum to maximum ROI,
listing of frame rates achievable with common
video formats, and an explanation of frame rate
calculation
•Technical drawings and dimensions of all Goldeye
models including available lens mount adapters
•Information about sensor position accuracy
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Frame rates and temperature control
Table 5 displays a summary of the key sensor specifications of all Goldeye models.
For more detailed information about temperature control in Goldeye cameras,
refer to the section on Tem pera t ure c ont r o l on pag e 20 7 .
ModelsKey specifications
Specifications
CL-008 TEC1
G-008 TEC1
CL-008 Cool TEC1
G-008 Cool TEC1
CL-032 TEC1
G-032 TEC1
CL-032 Cool TEC2
G-032 Cool TEC2
CL-033 TEC1
G-033 TEC1
CL-033 TECless
G-033 TECless
Table 5: Goldeye key features
InGaAs FPA 320 × 256
344 fps
FPA cooling and heating: TEC1, Min. ΔT = 20K
InGaAs FPA 320 × 256
344 fps
FPA cooling and heating: TEC1, Min. ΔT = 30K
Models with F-Mount adapter and M42-Mount adapter are available on
request.
Table 6: Goldeye models and modular options
C-Mount
Product code
F-Mount
11
11
11
11
11
Product code
M42-Mount
Shock and vibration testing standards
Goldeye G/CL cameras were successfully tested for compliance with the following
standards:
•IEC 60068-2-6, Sinusoidal vibration testing
•IEC 60068-2-27, Non-repetitive shock testing
•IEC 60068-2-27, Repetitive shock testing
•IEC 60068-2-64, Random vibration testing
Model naming
In addition to family name and model name, the full designation of Goldeye
models can express the temperature control or the housing as well.
Goldeye models are equipped with various active and passive temperature control
devices, for example a Cool housing, or a TEC2, TEC1 or TECless sensor. These
devices are not optional. Also, they are not combinable like a modular design.
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When present, each of them constitutes a different Goldeye model. Therefore,
they reflect in the naming or name affix of the model.
Name affix for housing size
Goldeye models are available in two different housing sizes. The larger, scientific
models are denoted with the name affix Cool. In general, the Goldeye models with
scientific design housing are referred to as Cool models.
Name affix(none)Cool
(Industrial design)(Scientific design)
Size78 mm × 55 mm × 55 mm, 90 mm × 80 mm × 80 mm
Nitrogen chamberNoYe s
FanNoYes
Temperature controlTEC1 or TEClessTEC2 or TEC1
Table 7: Distinctions between Goldeye housing sizes
Examples
•Goldeye G-032 models are available with single-stage temperature control,
and with two-stage temperature control in a Cool housing. They are named
Goldeye G-032 TEC1 and Goldeye G-032 Cool TEC2, respectively.
•Goldeye CL-008 models are available with single-stage temperature control in
both housing sizes. They are named Goldeye CL-008 TEC1 and Goldeye CL-008
Cool TEC1, respectively. Note that in this case it is impossible to distinguish
both models without naming the housing size.
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Name affix for temperature control
Goldeye models that are equipped with the same sensor may be available with
different temperature controls. To make an unambiguous distinction possible, the
temperature control is denoted in the model name.
Name affixDescription
TEC2TEC2 models are equipped with a two-stage thermo-electric
cooling.
TEC1TEC1 models are equipped with a single-stage thermo-electric
temperature control.
TEClessThese models are not equipped with thermo-electric cooling.
Table 8: Distinction between Goldeye models with various TEC stages.
Note that Table 8 gives an overview of Goldeye model naming only. For more
detailed information on temperature control, refer to Control of the sensor
temperature on page 209.
Example
Goldeye CL-033 models are available with temperature stabilization and
without temperature control. Names of these models are Goldeye CL-033 TEC1
and Goldeye CL-033 TECless, respectively. Note that it is impossible to distinguish
both models without naming the TEC stage.
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Goldeye CL-008 SWIR TEC1
Imaging and performance
ParameterValues
SensorInGaAs, progressive scan,
Sensor typeFocal plane array (FPA)
Specifications
electronic full frame shutter
Spectral range900 nm to 1700 nm
Resolution320 (H) × 256 (V)
Pixel size30 μm × 30 μm
Effective chip size9.6 mm × 7.68 mm
Dark current
(@ +25 °C FPA temperature)
Temporal dark noise (Gain0)420 e¯
Temporal dark noise (Gain1)170 e¯
Saturation capacity (Gain0)2.5 Me¯
Saturation capacity (Gain1)170 ke¯
Dynamic range (Gain0)75 dB
Dynamic range (Gain1)60 dB
Pixel operability>99.5 %
Maximum frame rate
at full resolution
Exposure time
Temperature controlSingle-stage thermo-electric cooling and
280 ke¯/s
344 fps
6 µs to 200 ms
heating (TEC1)
1
Analog gain levelsGain0, Gain1
Gain factor15
A/D converter14-bit
1
Maximum exposure value given is valid for Gain0 and sensor temperature of
+25°C. Even longer exposures can be set, but the image quality may deteriorate.
Table 9: CL‐008 SWIR TEC1 ‐ Image and performance specifications (sheet 1 of 2)
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ParameterValues
Image buffer size256 MB
Stream hold capacity1524 frames at full resolution
1
Maximum exposure value given is valid for Gain0 and sensor temperature of
+25°C. Even longer exposures can be set, but the image quality may deteriorate.
Table 9: CL‐008 SWIR TEC1 ‐ Image and performance specifications (sheet 2 of 2)
Output
ParameterValues
Digital interfaceCamera Link Base, up to 2 taps, 40 MHz,
+25 °C (default and calibrated)
+20 °C, +35 °C, +50 °C (other setpoints)
or user-configurable
Specifications
Max. power consumption10 W (@ 12 VDC)
Typical power consumption
without cooling
2
Even though the first temperature setpoint is pre-configured to +20 °C, it is
possible to set it to a lower temperature. However, if the sensor temperature is
lower than the ambient temperature, especially in humid environments,
condensation may occur.
The maximum frame rate achievable with Goldeye CL-008 models (in frames per
second — fps) is determined by the ROI size. It can be calculated using the
following formulas.
HROI: horizontal resolution (width),
the formula is valid if H ≥ 128. For H always use the value rounded up
to the next multiple of 8.
VROI: vertical resolution (height),
the formula is valid if V ≥ 8. For V always use the value rounded up to
the next multiple of 2.
Formula 1: Maximum frame rate possible with CL‐008 models (sheet 1 of 2)
The maximum frame rate achievable with Goldeye CL-008 models (in frames per
second — fps) is determined by the ROI size. It can be calculated using the
following formulas.
HROI: horizontal resolution (width),
the formula is valid if H ≥ 128. For H always use the value rounded up
to the next multiple of 8.
VROI: vertical resolution (height),
the formula is valid if V ≥ 8. For V always use the value rounded up to
the next multiple of 2.
When using the formula, please consider the following:
•Round the denominator down to the next full µs.
•Minimum ROI width is 8 pixels, minimum ROI height is 4 pixels.
•The formula generally outputs very exact values, however when the ROI
approaches its minimum size, the accuracy decreases by some degree.
•Computational limitations of the host and image capture software may
prevent the camera from achieving maximum frame rates.
A
B
C
D
ClMinFValToLValDelay)
ClLValToLValDelay
ClLValToFValDelay
ClMinFValToFValDelay
Formula 2: Maximum frame rate possible with CL‐008 models
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Examples for maximum frame rates possible with Goldeye CL-008 models, using a
number of common resolutions, are listed in the following table.
Resolution25 MHz40 MHz
Mono 8/12,
WidthHeight
320256344274344344
320240366292366366
1601201117105911171117
128324273427342734273
128812345123451234512345
Table 21: CL‐008 SWIR Cool TEC1 ‐ Image resolutions and maximum achievable
frame rates
2 Taps
Mono 14,
1 Tap
Mono 8/12,
2 Taps
Mono 14,
1 Tap
Dimensions
Find the dimensions for the Goldeye CL-008 Cool TEC1 C-Mount in the drawing
linked in the following table.
ModelDimensions
4168580
CL-008 TEC1 C-Mount
CL-008 TEC1 F-MountModels with F-Mount adapter are available on
CL-008 TEC1 M42-MountModels with M42-Mount adapter are available
See Goldeye CL, Cool model, dimensions with
C-Mount lens adapter on page 124
request.
on request.
Table 22: CL‐008 SWIR Cool TEC1 ‐ Dimensions
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Goldeye CL-032 SWIR TEC1
Imaging and performance
ParameterValues
SensorInGaAs, progressive scan,
electronic full frame shutter
Sensor typeFocal plane array (FPA)
Spectral range900 nm to 1700 nm
Resolution636 (H) × 508 (V)
Pixel size25 μm × 25 μm
Effective chip size15.9 mm × 12.7 mm
Dark current
(@ +20 °C FPA temperature)
Temporal dark noise (Gain0)400 e¯
380 ke¯/s
Specifications
Temporal dark noise (Gain1)170 e¯
Saturation capacity (Gain0)1.9 Me¯
Saturation capacity (Gain1)39 ke¯
Dynamic range (Gain0)73 dB
Dynamic range (Gain1)47 dB
Pixel operability>99.5 %
Exposure time
Maximum frame rate
at full resolution
Temperature controlSingle-stage thermo-electric cooling (TEC1)
Analog gain levelsGain0, Gain1
A/D converter14-bit
Gain factor50
Image buffer size256 MB
Stream hold capacity397 frames at full resolution
1
Maximum exposure value given is valid for Gain0 and sensor temperature of
+25°C. Even longer exposures can be set, but the image quality may
deteriorate.
6 µs to 200 ms
100 fps
1
Table 23: CL‐032 SWIR TEC1 ‐ Image and performance specifications
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Output
ParameterValues
Digital interfaceCamera Link Base, up to 2 taps, 40 MHz,
The maximum frame rate achievable with Goldeye CL-032 models (in frames per
second — fps) is determined by the ROI size. Calculate the maximum frame rate
using the following formula.
HROI: horizontal resolution (width).
The formula is valid if H ≥ 128. For H always use the value rounded up
to the next multiple of 16.
VROI: vertical resolution (height).
The formula is valid if V ≥ 8. For V always use the value rounded up to
the next multiple of 4.
When using the formula, please consider the following:
•Round the denominator down to the next full µs.
•Minimum ROI width is 8 pixels, minimum ROI height is 4 pixels.
•The formula generally outputs very exact values, however when the ROI
approaches its minimum size, the accuracy decreases by some degree.
•Computational limitations of the host and image capture software may
prevent the camera from achieving maximum frame rates.
A
B
C
D
ClMinFValToLValDelay)
ClLValToLValDelay
ClLValToFValDelay
ClMinFValToFValDelay
Formula 3: Maximum frame rate possible with CL‐032 models
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Examples for maximum frame rates possible with Goldeye CL-032 models, using a
number of common resolutions, are listed in the following table.
ResolutionMono 8, Mono 12 (2 Taps)Mono 14 (1Tap)
WidthHeight25 MHz40 MHz25 MHZ40 MHz
63650810010073100
63648010710777107
320240351351292351
1601201047104710471047
128 323507350735073507
128 88264826482648264
Table 28: CL‐032 SWIR TEC1 ‐ Image resolutions and resulting maximum achievable
frame rates
Dimensions
Find the dimensions for all Goldeye CL-032 TEC1 models in the drawings linked in
the following table.
ModelDimensions
4168000
CL-032 TEC1 C-Mount
4168001
CL-032 TEC1 F-Mount
4168003
CL-032 TEC1 M42-Mount
Table 29: CL‐032 SWIR TEC1 ‐ Dimensions
See Goldeye CL, dimensions with C-Mount
lens adapter on page 121
See Goldeye CL, dimensions with F-Mount
lens adapter on page 122
See Goldeye CL, dimensions with M42-Mount
lens adapter on page 123
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Imaging and performance
ParameterValues
SensorInGaAs, progressive scan,
electronic full frame shutter
Sensor typeFocal plane array (FPA)
Spectral range900 nm to 1700 nm
Resolution636 (H) × 508 (V)
Pixel size25 μm × 25 μm
Effective chip size15.9 mm × 12.7 mm
Dark current
(@ -20 °C FPA temperature)
Temporal dark noise (Gain0)400 e¯
30 ke¯/s
Specifications
Temporal dark noise (Gain1)170 e¯
Saturation capacity (Gain0)1.9 Me¯
Saturation capacity (Gain1)39 ke¯
Dynamic range (Gain0)73 dB
Dynamic range (Gain1)47 dB
Pixel operability>99.5 %
Exposure time
Maximum frame rate
at full resolution
Temperature controlDual-stage thermo-electric cooling (TEC2)
Analog gain levelsGain0, Gain1
A/D converter14-bit
Gain factor50
Image buffer size256 MB
Stream hold capacity397 frames at full resolution
1
Maximum exposure value given is valid for Gain0 and sensor temperature of
-20°C. Even longer exposures can be set, but the image quality may
deteriorate.
The maximum frame rate achievable with Goldeye CL-032 models (in frames per
second — fps) is determined by the ROI size. Calculate the maximum frame rate
using the following formula.
HROI: horizontal resolution (width).
The formula is valid if H ≥ 128. For H always use the value rounded up
to the next multiple of 16.
VROI: vertical resolution (height).
The formula is valid if V ≥ 8. For V always use the value rounded up to
the next multiple of 4.
When using the formula, please consider the following:
•Round the denominator down to the next full µs.
•Minimum ROI width is 8 pixels, minimum ROI height is 4 pixels.
•The formula generally outputs very exact values, however when the ROI
approaches its minimum size, the accuracy decreases by some degree.
•Computational limitations of the host and image capture software may
prevent the camera from achieving maximum frame rates.
A
B
C
D
ClMinFValToLValDelay)
ClLValToLValDelay
ClLValToFValDelay
ClMinFValToFValDelay
Formula 4: Maximum frame rate possible with CL‐032 models
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Examples for maximum frame rates possible with Goldeye CL-032 models, using a
number of common resolutions, are listed in the following table.
Resolution
RemarksFrame rate max. [fps]WidthHeight
636508Sensor full resolution100
636480Approx. matches VGA format107
320240Matches QVGA format351
160120Matches 1/4 QVGA format1047
≤ 128≤ 8For all resolutions smaller
than this, the frame rate
remains the same.
Table 35: CL‐032 SWIR Cool TEC2: Image resolutions and resulting maximum frame
rates
11123
Dimensions
Find the dimensions for the Goldeye CL-032 Cool TEC2 C-Mount in the drawing
linked in the following table.
ModelDimensions
4168520
CL-032 Cool TEC1 C-Mount
CL-032 TEC1 F-MountModels with F-Mount adapter are available on
CL-032 TEC1 M42-MountModels with M42-Mount adapter are available
Table 36: CL‐032 SWIR Cool TEC2 ‐ Dimensions
See Goldeye CL, Cool model, dimensions with
C-Mount lens adapter on page 124
request.
on request.
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Goldeye CL-033 SWIR TEC1
Imaging and performance
ParameterValues
SensorInGaAs, progressive scan,
electronic full frame shutter
Sensor typeFocal plane array (FPA)
Spectral range900 nm to 1700 nm
Resolution640 (H) × 512 (V)
Pixel size15 μm × 15 μm
Effective chip size9.6 mm × 7.68 mm
Dark current
Temporal dark noise (Gain0)
Temporal dark noise (Gain1)
Temporal dark noise (Gain2)
Saturation capacity (Gain0)
Saturation capacity (Gain1)
Saturation capacity (Gain2)
Dynamic range (Gain0)
Dynamic range (Gain1)
Dynamic range (Gain2)
110 ke¯/s
390 e¯
53 e¯
32 e¯
1.2 Me¯
84.8 ke¯
25 ke¯
69 dB
64 dB
59 dB
Pixel operability>99.5 %
Maximum frame rate
301 fps (8-bit and 12-bit pixel format)
at full resolution
Exposure time
1 µs to 200 ms
Temperature controlSingle-stage thermo-electric cooling (TEC1)
Analog gain levelsGain0, Gain1, Gain2
1
Typical values that are determined similar to EMVA 1288 under 1200 nm LED
illumination. Given values are mean values of multiple different measurements
at +20 °C FPA temperature, if not stated otherwise.
2
Measured with CDS delay of 12 µs.
3
Maximum exposure value given is valid for Gain0 and sensor temperature of
+25°C. Even longer exposures can be set, but the image quality may
deteriorate.
1
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
3
Table 37: CL‐033 SWIR TEC1 ‐ Image and performance specifications (sheet 1 of 2)
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ParameterValues
Gain factor (Gain 1)14
Gain factor (Gain 2)45
A/D converter14-bit
Image buffer size256 MB
Stream hold capacity392 frames at full resolution
1
Typical values that are determined similar to EMVA 1288 under 1200 nm LED
illumination. Given values are mean values of multiple different measurements
at +20 °C FPA temperature, if not stated otherwise.
2
Measured with CDS delay of 12 µs.
3
Maximum exposure value given is valid for Gain0 and sensor temperature of
+25°C. Even longer exposures can be set, but the image quality may
deteriorate.
Table 37: CL‐033 SWIR TEC1 ‐ Image and performance specifications (sheet 2 of 2)
Output
ParameterValues
Digital interfaceCamera Link Base, up to 2 taps, 85 MHz,
The maximum frame rate achievable with Goldeye CL-033 models (in frames per
second — fps) is determined by the ROI size. Calculate the maximum frame rate
using the following formula.
HROI: horizontal resolution (width).
The formula is valid if H ≥ 128. For H always use the value rounded up
to the next multiple of 32.
VROI: vertical resolution (height).
The formula is valid if V ≥ 8. For V always use the value rounded up to
the next multiple of 4.
Formula 5: Maximum frame rate possible with CL‐033 models (sheet 1 of 2)
When using the formula, please consider the following:
•Round the denominator up or down to the next full µs.
•Minimum ROI width is 8 pixels, minimum ROI height is 4 pixels.
•The formula generally outputs very exact values, however when the ROI
approaches its minimum size, the accuracy decreases by some degree.
•Computational limitations of the host and image capture software may
prevent the camera from achieving maximum frame rates.
A
B
C
D
ClMinFValToLValDelay)
ClLValToLValDelay
ClLValToFValDelay
ClMinFValToFValDelay
Formula 5: Maximum frame rate possible with CL‐033 models (sheet 2 of 2)
Examples for maximum frame rates possible with the Goldeye CL-033, using a
number of common resolutions, are listed in the following table.
ResolutionMono 8, Mono 12 (2 Taps)Mono 14 (1Tap)
WidthHeight25 MHz55 MHz85 MHz25 MHz 55 MHz 85 MHz
64051212527630168151234
64048013429532173161250
320256428251909251553855
320240456268968268590912
1601201404912255791220042557
128 32552438029174380283339174
128 8172411265825000126582500025000
Table 42: CL‐033 SWIR TEC1 ‐ maximum achievable frame rates
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Dimensions
Find the dimensions for all Goldeye CL-033 TEC1 models in the drawings linked in
the following table.
ModelDimensions
4168030
CL-033 TEC1 C-Mount
4168031
CL-033 TEC1 F-Mount
4168033
CL-033 TEC1 M42-Mount
Table 43: CL‐033 SWIR TEC1 ‐ Dimensions
See Goldeye CL, dimensions with C-Mount
lens adapter on page 121
See Goldeye CL, dimensions with F-Mount
lens adapter on page 122
See Goldeye CL, dimensions with M42-Mount
lens adapter on page 123
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Specifications
Goldeye CL-033 SWIR TECless
Imaging and performance
ParameterValues
SensorInGaAs, progressive scan,
electronic full frame shutter
Sensor typeFocal plane array (FPA)
Spectral range900 nm to 1700 nm
Resolution640 (H) × 512 (V)
Pixel size15 μm × 15 μm
Effective chip size9.6 mm × 7.68 mm
Dark current
430 ke¯/s
(@ +45 °C FPA temperature)
Temporal dark noise (Gain0)
Temporal dark noise (Gain1)
Temporal dark noise (Gain2)
Saturation capacity (Gain0)
Saturation capacity (Gain1)
Saturation capacity (Gain2)
Dynamic range (Gain0)
Dynamic range (Gain1)
Dynamic range (Gain2)
390 e¯
53 e¯
32 e¯
1.2 Me¯
84.8 ke¯
25 ke¯
69 dB
64 dB
59 dB
Pixel operability>99.5 %
Maximum frame rate
301 fps (8-bit and 12-bit pixel format)
at full resolution
Exposure time
1 µs to 200 ms
Temperature controlWithout thermo-electric cooling (TECless)
1
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
3
1
Typical values that are determined similar to EMVA 1288 under 1200 nm LED
illumination. Given values are mean values of multiple different measurements at
+45 °C FPA temperature, if not stated otherwise.
2
Measured with CDS delay of 12 µs.
3
Maximum exposure value given is valid for Gain0 and sensor temperature of
+45°C. Even longer exposures can be set, but the image quality may deteriorate.
Table 44: CL‐033 SWIR TECless ‐ Image and performance specifications
(sheet 1 of 2)
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ParameterValues
Analog gain levelsGain0, Gain1, Gain2
Gain factor (Gain 1)14
Gain factor (Gain 2)45
A/D converter14-bit
Image buffer size256 MB
Stream hold capacity392 frames at full resolution
1
Typical values that are determined similar to EMVA 1288 under 1200 nm LED
illumination. Given values are mean values of multiple different measurements at
+45 °C FPA temperature, if not stated otherwise.
2
Measured with CDS delay of 12 µs.
3
Maximum exposure value given is valid for Gain0 and sensor temperature of
+45°C. Even longer exposures can be set, but the image quality may deteriorate.
Table 44: CL‐033 SWIR TECless ‐ Image and performance specifications
(sheet 2 of 2)
Output
ParameterValues
Digital interfaceCamera Link Base, up to 2 taps, 85 MHz,
The maximum frame rate achievable with Goldeye CL-033 models (in frames per
second — fps) is determined by the ROI size. Calculate the maximum frame rate
using the following formula.
HROI: horizontal resolution (width).
The formula is valid if H ≥ 128. For H always use the value rounded up
to the next multiple of 32.
VROI: vertical resolution (height).
The formula is valid if V ≥ 8. For V always use the value rounded up to
the next multiple of 4.
Formula 6: Maximum frame rate possible with CL‐033 models (sheet 1 of 2)
Even though the first temperature setpoint is pre-configured to +20 °C, it is
possible to set it to a lower temperature. However, if the sensor temperature is
lower than the ambient temperature, especially in humid environments,
condensation may occur.
Table 55: G‐008 SWIR TEC1 ‐ Operating conditions
2
+20 °C (default and calibrated)
+25 °C, +35 °C, +50 °C (other setpoints)
or user-configurable
The maximum frame rate achievable with Goldeye G-008 models (in frames per
second — fps) is determined by the ROI size. Calculate the maximum frame rate
using the following formula.
HROI: horizontal resolution (width).
The formula is valid if H ≥ 128. For H always use the value rounded up
to the next multiple of 8.
VROI: vertical resolution (height).
The formula is valid if V ≥ 8. For V always use the value rounded up to
the next multiple of 2.
When using the formula, please consider the following:
•Round the denominator down to the next full µs.
•Minimum ROI width is 8 pixels, minimum ROI height is 4 pixels.
•The formula generally outputs very exact values, however when the ROI
approaches its minimum size, the accuracy decreases by some degree.
•Computational limitations of the host and image capture software may
prevent the camera from achieving maximum frame rates.
Formula 7: Maximum frame rate possible with G‐008 models
Examples for maximum frame rates possible with Goldeye G-008 models, using a
number of common resolutions, are listed in the following table.
Resolution
RemarksFrame rate max. [fps]WidthHeight
320256Sensor full resolution344
320240Matches QVGA format366
160120Matches 1/4 QVGA format1117
12832(None)4273
≤ 128≤ 8For all resolutions smaller than
this, the frame rate remains the
same.
Table 56: G‐008 SWIR Cool TEC1 ‐ Image resolutions and resulting maximum frame
rates
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To achieve the highest possible frame rates for different formats, it may become
necessary to change the GigE streaming features, particularly to adjust the GigE
packet size.
•Smaller packets may be advantageous if using small ROIs
•Larger packets may be advantageous if using larger ROIs
Dimensions
Find the dimensions for all Goldeye G-008 TEC1 models in the drawings linked in
the following table.
ModelDimensions
4068080
G-008 TEC1 C-Mount
4068081
G-008 TEC1 F-Mount
4068083
G-008 TEC1 M42-Mount
See Goldeye G, dimensions with C-Mount lens
adapter on page 125
See Goldeye G, dimensions with F-Mount lens
adapter on page 126
See Goldeye G, dimensions with M42-Mount
lens adapter on page 127
Table 57: G‐008 SWIR TEC1 ‐ Dimensions
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Goldeye G-008 SWIR Cool TEC1
Imaging and performance
ParameterValues
SensorInGaAs, progressive scan,
electronic full frame shutter
Sensor typeFocal plane array (FPA)
Spectral range900 nm to 1700 nm
Resolution320 (H) × 256 (V)
Pixel size30 μm × 30 μm
Effective chip size9.6 mm × 7.68 mm
Dark current
(@ +5 °C FPA temperature)
Temporal dark noise (Gain0)420 e¯
160 ke¯/s
Specifications
Temporal dark noise (Gain1)170 e¯
Saturation capacity (Gain0)2.5 Me¯
Saturation capacity (Gain1)170 ke¯
Dynamic range (Gain0)75 dB
Dynamic range (Gain1)60 dB
Pixel operability>99.5 %
Maximum frame rate
at full resolution
Exposure time
Temperature controlSingle-stage thermo-electric cooling and
Analog gain levelsGain0, Gain1
Gain factor15
A/D converter14-bit
Image buffer size256 MB
Stream hold capacity1524 frames at full resolution
1
Maximum exposure value given is valid for Gain0 and sensor temperature of
+5°C. Even longer exposures can be set, but the image quality may deteriorate.
The maximum frame rate achievable with Goldeye G-008 models (in frames per
second — fps) is determined by the ROI size. Calculate the maximum frame rate
using the following formula.
HROI: horizontal resolution (width).
The formula is valid if H ≥ 128. For H always use the value rounded up
to the next multiple of 8.
VROI: vertical resolution (height).
The formula is valid if V ≥ 8. For V always use the value rounded up to
the next multiple of 2.
When using the formula, please consider the following:
•Round the denominator down to the next full µs.
•Minimum ROI width is 8 pixels, minimum ROI height is 4 pixels.
•The formula generally outputs very exact values, however when the ROI
approaches its minimum size, the accuracy decreases by some degree.
•Computational limitations of the host and image capture software may
prevent the camera from achieving maximum frame rates.
Formula 8: Maximum frame rate possible with G‐008 models
Examples for maximum frame rates possible with Goldeye G-008 models, using a
number of common resolutions, are listed in the following table.
Resolution
Format nameFrame rate max. [fps]WidthHeight
320256Sensor full resolution344
320240Matches QVGA format366
160120Matches 1/4 QVGA format1117
12832(None)4273
≤ 128≤ 8For all resolutions smaller than
this, the frame rate remains the
same.
>=12345
Table 63: G‐008 SWIR Cool TEC1: Image resolutions and resulting maximum frame
rates
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Specifications
To achieve the highest possible frame rates for different formats, it may become
necessary to change the GigE streaming features, particularly to adjust the GigE
packet size.
•Smaller packets may be advantageous if using small ROIs
•Larger packets may be advantageous if using larger ROIs
Dimensions
Find the dimensions for the Goldeye G-008 Cool TEC1 C-Mount in the drawings
linked in the following table.
ModelDimensions
4068580
G-008 Cool TEC1 C-Mount
G-008 Cool TEC1 F-MountModels with F-Mount adapter are available on
G-008 Cool TEC1 M42-MountModels with M42-Mount adapter are available
See Goldeye G, Cool model, dimensions with
C-Mount lens adapter on page 128
request.
on request.
Table 64: G‐008 SWIR Cool TEC1 ‐ Dimensions
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Goldeye G-032 SWIR TEC1
Imaging and performance
ParameterValues
SensorInGaAs, progressive scan,
electronic full frame shutter
Sensor typeFocal plane array (FPA)
Spectral range900 nm to 1700 nm
Resolution636 (H) × 508 (V)
Pixel size25 μm × 25 μm
Effective chip size15.9 mm × 12.7 mm
Dark current
(@ +20 °C FPA temperature)
Temporal dark noise (Gain0)400 e¯
380 ke¯/s
Specifications
Temporal dark noise (Gain1)170 e¯
Saturation capacity (Gain0)1.9 Me¯
Saturation capacity (Gain1)39 ke¯
Dynamic range (Gain0)73 dB
Dynamic range (Gain1)47 dB
Pixel operability>99.5 %
Exposure time
Maximum frame rate
at full resolution
Temperature controlSingle-stage thermo-electric cooling (TEC1)
Analog gain levelsGain0, Gain1
Gain factor50
A/D converter14-bit
Image buffer size256 MB
Stream hold capacity397 frames at full resolution
1
Maximum exposure value given is valid for Gain0 and sensor temperature of
+25°C. Even longer exposures can be set, but the image quality may
deteriorate.
6 µs to 200 ms
100 fps
1
Table 65: G‐032 SWIR TEC1 ‐ Image and performance specifications