FLIR BLACKFLY S USB Vision, BLACKFLY S GiGE Vision Installation Manual

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INSTALLATIONGUIDE

FLIR

BLACKFLY®S

Version 4.0 Revised 5/4/2017

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FCC Compliance

This device complies 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 undesirable operation.

Korean EMCCertification

The KCC symbol indicates that this product complies with Korea’s Electrical Communication Basic Law regarding EMC testing for electromagnetic interference (EMI) and susceptibility (EMS).

Hardware Warranty

The warranty for the BlackflyS camera is 3 years. For detailed information on how to repair or replace your camera, please see the terms and conditions on our website.

Export Control

The ECCN for this product is EAR099.

WEEE

The symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Please ensure this product is properly disposed as inappropriate waste handling of this product may cause potential hazards to the environment and human health. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact us.

Trademarks

Names and marks appearing on the products herein are either registered trademarks or trademarks of FLIR Systems, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.

Licensing

To view the licenses of open source packages used in this product please see What open source packages does

firmware use?

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Table of Contents

1 Blackfly S Installation Guide 1

2 Handling Precautions and Camera Care 2

3 BlackflyS Installation 3

3.1 Preparing for Installation 3

3.2 Installing Your Interface Card and Software 4

3.3 Installing Your BlackflyS 6

3.4 Powering Your BlackflyS 7

4 Tools to Control the BlackflyS 8

4.1 Using the Spinnaker® Software Development Kit 8

4.1.1 SpinView Camera Evaluation Application 8

4.1.2 Custom Applications Built with the Spinnaker API 8

4.2 Using GenICam Applications 9

5 Configuring BlackflyS Setup 11

5.1 Configuring Camera Drivers 11

5.2 Configuring the IP Address—GigEonly 11

5.3 Allocating Bandwidth—GigEonly 12

5.3.1 Determining Bandwidth Requirements 12

5.4 Configuring Other Ethernet Settings—GigEonly 13

5.4.1 Stream Channel Destination Address 13

5.4.2 Heartbeat 13

5.5 Camera Firmware 15

5.5.1 Determining Firmware Version 15

5.5.2 Upgrading Camera Firmware 15

6 BlackflyS Physical Interface 16

6.1 BlackflyS Physical Description 16

6.2 BlackflyS Dimensions 17

6.3 Interface Connector 19

6.3.1 Ethernet Connector 19

6.3.2 USB3.1 Connector 19

6.4 Interface Cables 20

6.5 Interface Card 20

6.6 General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) 21

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6.7 Mounting with the Case or Mounting Bracket 23

6.8 Case Temperature and Heat Dissipation 24

6.9 Lens Mounting 25

6.9.1 Back Flange Distance 25

6.10 Non-Volatile Flash Memory 26

6.11 Dust Protection 26

6.12 Infrared Cut-Off Filters 27

7 Input/Output Control 28

7.1 General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) 28

7.2 GPIO Electrical Characteristics 30

8 Troubleshooting 32

8.1 Support 32

8.2 Status Indicator LED 33

Contacting Us 34

Revision History 34

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1 Blackfly S Installation Guide

Welcome to the BlackflyS camera. We offer a number of resources to assist you with the BlackflyS.

n Release Notes—information about the current firmware release including feature additions or changes,

bug fixes, and known issues.

n Specifications—information about the camera model as it performs with the current firmware.

n Getting Started—quick start guide for installing the camera and software.

n Installation Guide—information about installing the camera and SDK, the physical interface and

mechanical properties, troubleshooting and how to get help. This document is available as a PDF for download or as a webpage included in the firmware release package.

n Technical Reference—information about the features supported by the camera model with the current

firmware, including: image format control, acquisition control, sequencing, binning/decimation, and others. This document is available as a PDF for download or as a webpage included in the firmware release package.

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n Firmware—programming inserted into the programmable ROM of the camera that can be updated in-field.

New firmware packages are available for download and include both the firmware file and documentation.

n Spinnaker SDK—software development kit that provides GenICam-compliant controls to create

applications for the camera. Spinnaker is available for download. Each installation includes API documentation for C, C++, and C#.

Our website provides additional information in our Knowledge Base and Technical Application Note library. As well, the Downloads site is the portal to access documentation and firmware updates.

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2 Handling Precautions and Camera Care

Warning! Do not open the camera housing. Doing so voids the Hardware Warranty described in the Terms and Conditions on our website.

Your FLIR digital camera is a precisely manufactured device and should be handled with care. Here are some tips on how to care for the device.

n Avoid electrostatic charging.

n When handling the camera unit, avoid touching the lenses. Fingerprints will affect the quality of the image

produced by the device.

n To clean the lenses, use a standard camera lens cleaning kit or a clean dry cotton cloth. Do not apply

excessive force.

n Extended exposure to bright sunlight, rain, dusty environments, etc. may cause problems with the

electronics and the optics of the system.

n Avoid excessive shaking, dropping or any kind of mishandling of the device.

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3.1 Preparing for Installation

What system configuration is recommended?

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Recommended

System

Configuration

Operating

System

Windows7,

Windows8, or

Windows10 (32- or 64-bit)

CPU RAM Ports

Intel i5 4 GB

Intel USB3

host controller

Software to run and

compile example code

Microsoft Visual Studio 2010,

Visual Studio 2013, or

Visual Studio 2015

Note: Refer to Technical Application Note 10359 for important information on recommended USB 3.0 system components.

Do you have all the parts you need?

To install your camera you will need the following components:

n For GigEcameras—Ethernet cable (see Interface Cables) and Powered Ethernet switch or Ethernet power

injector (if using PoE)

n For USB3 cameras—USB 3.0 cable (see Interface Cables)

n 6-pin GPIOcable (see General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO))

n C-mount Lens (see Lens Mounting )

n Tripod adapter (optional) (see Mounting with the Case or Mounting Bracket)

n Interface card (see Interface Card)

FLIR sells a number of the additional parts required for installation. To purchase, visit the Accessories page.

Do you have a downloads account?

The downloads page has many resources to help you operate your camera effectively, including:

n Spinnaker

n Firmware updates and release notes

n Dimensional drawings and CADmodels

n Documentation

To access the software and firmware downloads you must have a downloads account.

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1. Go to our website: www.ptgrey.com.

2. In the upper right corner, click Register.

3. Complete the form, then click Register.

After you submit your registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to activate your account.

3.2 Installing Your Interface Card and Software

1. Install your Interface Card

Ensure the card is installed per the manufacturer's instructions.

Connect the internal IDE or SATApower connector on the card to the computer power supply.

Alternatively, use your PC's built-in host controller, if equipped.

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Open the Windows Device Manager. Ensure the card is properly installed. Ethernet cards appear under Network Adapters. USB3 cards appear under Universal Serial Bus Controllers. An exclamation point (!) next to the card indicates the driver has not yet been installed.

2. Install the Spinnaker® Software

Note: For existing users who already have Spinnaker installed,

we recommend ensuring you have the latest version for optimal performance of your camera. If you do not need to install Spinnaker, use SpinView to install and enable drivers for your card.

a. Login to the Downloads page.

b. Select your Product Family, Camera Model and Operating System from the drop-down lists.

c. Click on the Software search results to expand the list.

d. Click the appropriate link to begin the download and installation.

After the download is complete, the Spinnaker setup wizard begins. If the wizard does not start automatically, double-click the .exe file to open it. Follow the steps in each setup dialog.

3. For Ethernet cards: Enable jumbo frames

a. In Start->All Programs-> Point Grey Spinnaker SDK->SpinView, right click on the Network Adapter

and select Adapter Configuration, then select IP Configuration.

b. Click Open Network Connections.

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c. Click Change Settings.

d. Click on the Advanced tab and from the Settings list select Jumbo Packet.

e. Set the Value to 9014 Bytes and click OK.

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3.3 Installing Your BlackflyS

1. Install the Tripod Mounting Bracket (optional)

The ASA and ISO-compliant tripod mounting bracket attaches to the camera using the included screws.

2. Attach a Lens

Unscrew the dust cap from the lens holder to install a lens.

3. Connect the interface Card and Cable to the Camera

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Plug the interface cable into the host controller card and the camera. The cable jack screws can be used for a secure connection.

When the camera is first connected, the operating system automatically installs the camera driver. Camera drivers are available with the Spinnaker SDK installation.

a. If using PoE, connect a powered Ethernet switch or Ethernet power injector in between the card and the

camera.

4. Plug in the GPIO connector if required

GPIOcan be used for power, trigger, and strobe.

5. Confirm Successful Installation

Run the SpinView application: Start->All Programs-> Point Grey Spinnaker->SpinView The SpinView application can be used to test the camera's image acquisition capabilities.

Changes to your camera's installation configuration can be made using the SpinView application.

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3.4 Powering Your BlackflyS

For GigE cameras—Power can be provided over the Ethernet interface (PoE). To use PoE, you must also have a powered Ethernet card, a powered Ethernet switch, or an Ethernet power injector.

For USB3 cameras—The USB 3.0 Micro-B connector provides a power connection between the camera and the host computer. The ideal input voltage is nominal 5 V DC. For the USB 3.0 connector to provide power, the host controller must be connected to the computer's power supply.

Power can also be provided externally through the GPIO interface: 12 V nominal (8 - 24 V). Power consumption is 3W maximum.

If both power sources are connected the camera always uses external power over the GPIO connector.

Note: Some systems, especially those with laptop computers or longer cable lengths, may not provide adequate power through the USB 3.0 cable which could result in intermittent operation. The use of external power through the GPIOis required for these systems.

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How can I power my USB 3.0 camera?

The camera does not transmit images for the first 100 ms after power-up. The auto-exposure and auto-white balance algorithms do not run while the camera is powered down. It may therefore take several images to get a satisfactory image.

When the camera is power cycled (power disengaged then re-engaged), the camera reverts to its default factory settings, or if applicable, a saved user set.

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4 Tools to Control the BlackflyS

4 Tools to Control the BlackflyS

The BlackflyS's features can be accessed using various controls, including:

n Spinnaker SDK including API examples

n SpinView camera evaluation application, included in the Spinnaker SDK installation

n Third-party GenICam applications

4.1 Using the Spinnaker®Software Development Kit

You can monitor or control features of the camera through Spinnaker API examples provided in the Spinnaker SDK, or through the SpinView camera evaluation application. A Programmer's Guide and API Reference is included in the installation.

4.1.1 SpinView Camera Evaluation Application

The SpinView application is a generic, easy-to-use streaming image viewer included with the Spinnaker SDK that can be used to test many of the capabilities of your camera. It allows you to view a live video stream from the camera, save individual images, adjust the various attributes, frame rates, features and settings of the camera. It includes tools for updating firmware, managing drivers, IP addressing, and activity logging.

4.1.2 Custom Applications Built with the Spinnaker API

The Spinnaker SDK includes a full Application Programming Interface that allows you to create custom applications to control your camera. Included with the SDK are a number of source code examples to help you get started.

Spinnaker API examples are provided for C, C++, C#, and VB.NET languages. These examples are precompiled for your convenience.

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4.2 Using GenICam Applications

GigE Vision is an interface standard that allows for fast image transfer over Ethernet networks. All cameras supporting GigE Vision interact the same way with software also supporting GigE Vision.

USB3 Vision is a communication interface for vision applications based on the USB 3.0 technology. All cameras supporting USB3 Vision interact the same way with software also supporting USB3 Vision.

For more information on the standard, visit visiononline.org.

The standard defines required elements for camera identification, control, and output. It uses GenICam, a programming interface for camera attribute control. GenICam allows camera vendors to define features and attributes in an XML file stored inside the camera. The file is parsed by the host application when the camera is initially discovered. One of the key benefits of GenICam is the ability for camera vendors to introduce new camera-specific features without needing to update the host application.

Each camera attribute, such as exposure time, is controlled by a specific GenICam feature. The camera includes an XML device description file for interfacing with third-party GenICam-compliant APIs.

For more information on GenICam, visit emva.org.

Getting Started with Third-Party Applications Resources

Title Article

Getting Started with OpenCV

4 Tools to Control the BlackflyS

Technical Application Note

10861

Getting Started with MATLAB

Getting Started with MVTec HALCON

Getting Started with Cognex VisionPro

Getting Started with Adaptive Vision

Getting Started with Matrox Imaging Library

Getting Started with Matrox Design Assistant

Getting Started with NI-MAX and LabVIEW

Getting Started with NI Vision Builder for Automatic Inspection

USB3 Vision and Third-Party Applications Resources

Title Article

Using USB3Vision cameras with National Instruments' Acquisition

Software

Technical Application Note

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Technical Application Note

10793

Technical Application Note

10794

Technical Application Note

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Technical Application Note

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Technical Application Note

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Technical Application Note

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Technical Application Note

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Technical Application Note

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USB3 Vision and Third-Party Applications Resources

Title Article

Using USB3Vision cameras with A&BSoftware's ActiveUSB

4 Tools to Control the BlackflyS

Technical Application Note

10335

Using USB3 Vision cameras with Matrox Imaging Library

Using USB3 Vision cameras with MVTec's Halcon software

Using USB3/USB2 cameras with Cognex VisionPro

Technical Application Note

10701

Technical Application Note

10774

Technical Application Note

10788

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5 Configuring BlackflyS Setup

After successful installation of your camera and interface card, you can make changes to the setup. Use the tools described below to change the IP Address or the driver for your interface card.

For information on updating your camera's firmware post installation, see Camera Firmware.

5.1 Configuring Camera Drivers

Camera drivers are provided as part of the Spinnaker SDK. The first time the camera is connected to the computer, the operating system installs the driver.

To manage and update drivers use the SpinView application:

1. Start SpinView:

Start Menu-->All Programs-->Point Grey Spinnaker SDK-->SpinView

2. From the Devices list, select the camera and click the Switch Driver button.

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3. Select the driver from the drop-down list.

4. Click Install Driver.

5.2 Configuring the IP Address—GigEonly

When a new GigE camera is first powered and initialized, a dynamic IP address is assigned to the camera according to the DHCP protocol. If DHCP addressing fails, a link-local address is assigned. You can configure the IP address using the GenICam Features Transport Layer Control.

Alternatively, SpinView is a tool included with the Spinnaker SDK that allows you to set the internet protocol (IP) configuration for any GigE interface cards or FLIR GigE Vision cameras connected to your system. Using SpinView, you can:

n Set the IP address for the current connection.

n Program a persistent IP address for the camera.

n Configure the default IP addressing behavior of the camera on startup using a persistent IP, DHCP or LLA.

n Enable Jumbo Frames on the GigE NIC.

Both your camera and host adapter must have an IP address on the same subnet. This can be assigned in three ways:

n Persistent—The camera has a fixed IP address that does not change. Generally the address is within a

closed network range of 192.168.X.X.

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n Dynamic (DHCP)—The camera is set to automatically obtain an IP address. This means that the IP

address may change (within a range) every time the camera or computer is restarted. It may take up to one minute for the IP address to resolve and the camera to enumerate.

n Default (LLA)—The camera uses an IP address from the link-local address block 169.254.x.x.

The camera assigns its current IP address in the following sequence:

1. Persistent—Uses the defined IP address. If not available, then;

2. DHCP—Attempts to find a dynamic IP address. If not available, then;

3. LLA—Uses an LLA IP address.

SpinView can automatically force an IP address refresh. This detects the IP address of the Network Interface card and automatically sets the camera’s IP address relative to the card.

To open SpinView:

Start Menu > All Programs > Point Grey Spinnaker SDK > SpinView

5.3 Allocating Bandwidth—GigEonly

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The User Datagram Protocol (UDP) used by the GigE Vision standard provides no guaranteed transmission or fixed timing mechanism. Therefore, bandwidth must be managed by the Device Throughput Limit, based on desired resolution and frame rate.

5.3.1 Determining Bandwidth Requirements

The maximum bandwidth available is 125 MB/s. This includes image data, control data and image resends, which occur when frames are being dropped. Each image and each packet has a certain amount of overhead that will use some bandwidth. Therefore, when calculating your bandwidth requirements, you should not attempt to use the full maximum of 125 MB/s.

To calculate your bandwidth requirements:

Determine your required resolution, frame rate, and pixel format (bytes per pixel)

(Height x Width x Frame Rate x Bytes per Pixel)/1000000 = Bandwidth in MB/s

For example, for an image that is VGA, 82 FPS, Mono8:

640 (H) x 480 (W) x 82 (FPS) x 1 (BPP) = ~25 MB/s

Once you have calculated your required bandwidth, you can allocate an amount to each camera by adjusting the Device Throughput Limit. Allocating a specific amount to each camera helps to avoid dropped packets due to a data burst. You would do this in a set up with multiple cameras, or in a situation where the system bandwidth might be limited or shared due to hardware architecture.

Bandwidth Requirements for Multiple Cameras

Multiple cameras can be set up in two ways: 1) Each camera is connected directly to a single Ethernet port; or, 2) multiple cameras are connected to a single port through an Ethernet switch.

If using the first method, each camera has the full bandwidth allocation available to it. If using the second method, the combination of all cameras on a switch cannot exceed the available bandwidth.

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5.4 Configuring Other Ethernet Settings—GigEonly

5.4.1 Stream Channel Destination Address

The stream channel destination address (SCDA) register is used to specify the streaming destination IP address. The default SCDA is the IPaddress of the network or computer to which the camera is connected. It can be set within a range so that the camera sends data as a multicast. As long as switches in the path between the sender and receivers support and are configured for multicasting, multiple receivers can listen to the data stream from the camera.

Multicast addresses are between 224.0.0.0 and 239.255.255.255.

Note: For more information on multicast address assignments, see http://tools.ietf.org/html/rfc3171

To control SCDA use:

n GenICam—GevSCDA in the Transport Layer Control

5.4.2 Heartbeat

The heartbeat is a mandatory GigE Vision feature to monitor the connection between an application and the camera. The application must continually reset the heartbeat timer, or the camera assumes an error has occurred and shuts down the connection.

In general, the Spinnaker API manages the heartbeat at a low level; however the following two features are

controllable: Heartbeat Timeout and Heartbeat Disable.

Heartbeat Timeout

Heartbeat timeout is the time, in milliseconds, that the camera waits before closing the connection. Heartbeat timeout can be set between 500 ms and 10 seconds. The default setting is 3000 ms (3 seconds). If there is no communication between the camera and the application for longer than the timeout value, the connection is shut down.

To control Heartbeat Timeout use:

n GenICam—Under Transport Layer Control, GevHeartbeatTimeout.

n Spinnaker API—The Spinnaker SDK supports configuring heartbeat timeout.

Heartbeat Disable

The heartbeat is enabled by default.

To disable Heartbeat use:

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n GenICam—Under Transport Layer Control GevGVCPHeartbeatDisable.

n Spinnaker API—The Spinnaker SDK supports disabling heartbeat.

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5.5 Camera Firmware

Firmware is programming that is inserted into the programmable read-only memory (programmable ROM) of most FLIR cameras. Firmware is created and tested like software. When ready, it can be distributed like other software and installed in the programmable read-only memory by the user.

The latest firmware versions often include significant bug fixes and feature enhancements. To determine the changes made in a specific firmware version, consult the Release Notes.

Firmware is identified by a version number, a build date, and a description.

5.5.1 Determining Firmware Version

To determine the firmware version number of your camera:

n Query the GenICam Device Control feature DeviceFirmwareVersion.

5.5.2 Upgrading Camera Firmware

Camera firmware can be upgraded or downgraded to later or earlier versions using SpinView, part of the Spinnaker SDK available from the Downloads page.

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Before upgrading firmware:

n Install the Spinnaker SDK, available from the Downloads page.

n Download the firmware file from the Downloads page.

To upgrade the firmware:

Start Menu-->All Programs-->Point Grey Spinnaker SDK-->SpinView

2. From the Device list, right click the camera and select Update Device Firmware. If you get a Device is Active warning, close the Display pane or click the Disconnect button and right click the camera again.

3. Browse to select the firmware file and click Open.

4. Click Yes to continue.

Warning! Do not disconnect the camera during the firmware update process.

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Should I upgrade my camera firmware or software?

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6 BlackflyS Physical Interface

6.1 BlackflyS Physical Description

GigE USB3

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1. Lens holder (C-mount)

See Lens Mounting

2. Glass/IR filter system

See Dust Protection and Infrared Cut-

Off Filters

3. M2x2.5 mounting holes

See Mounting with the Case or

Mounting Bracket

4. General purpose I/O connector

See General Purpose Input/Output

(GPIO)

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5. Status LED

See Status Indicator LED

6. Interface connector

See Interface Connector

7. M2x2.5 mounting holes

8. M3x2.5 mounting holes

SeeMounting with the Case or Mounting Bracket

9. Camera label

Contains camera information such as model name, serial number and required compliance.

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6.2 BlackflyS Dimensions

Note: To obtain 3D models, go to our Downloads page or contact Support.

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Model Barrel Length "A"

BFS-PGE-13Y3

BFS-PGE-31S4

BFS-PGE-50S5

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Model Barrel Length "A"

BFS-U3-13Y3

BFS-U3-32S4

BFS-U3-51S5

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BlackflyS USB3 Dimensional Drawing

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6.3 Interface Connector

6.3.1 Ethernet Connector

The 8-pin RJ-45 Ethernet jack is equipped with two (2) M2 screwholes for secure connection. Pin assignments conform to the Ethernet standard.

Power over Ethernet (PoE)

To use PoE, an Ethernet power injector or a powered Ethernet switch must be connected to the camera. The PoE conforms to the IEEE 802.3af-2003 standard.

6.3.2 USB3.1 Connector

The camera is equipped with a USB 3.1 Micro-B connector that is used for data transmission, camera control and power. For more detailed information, consult the USB 3.1 specification available from

http://www.usb.org/developers/docs/.

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USB 3.1 Micro B Connector

USB 3.1 Micro-B Connector Pin Assignments

Pin Signal Name Description

The USB 3.1 Micro- B receptacle accepts a USB 2.0 Micro- B plug and, therefore, the camera is backward compatible with the USB 2.0 interface.

VBUS Power

D-

USB 2.0 differential pair

D+

ID OTG identification

GND Ground for power return

MicB_SSTX-

SuperSpeed transmitter differential pair

MicB_SSTX+

GND_DRAIN Ground for SuperSpeed signal return

MicB_SSRX-

SuperSpeed receiver differential pair

MicB_SSRX+

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Note: When the camera is connected to a USB 2.0 interface, it runs at USB2.0 speed, and maximum frame rates are adjusted accordingly based on current imaging parameters.

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6.4 Interface Cables

To purchase a recommended cable from FLIR, visit the Products Accessories page.

For GigEcameras—Category 5e or 6 cables up to 100 meters in length should be used for connecting the camera to the network interface card on the host system. FLIR sells a 5-meter Category 5e cable for this purpose.

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Note: For optimal ESD protection, we recommend using a shielded Ethernet cable or connecting the camera housing to chassis ground (earth).

For USB3 cameras—The USB 3.0 standard does not specify a maximum cable length.

n 3-meter USB 3.0 cable (Part Number ACC-01-2300)

n 5-meter USB 3.0 cable (Part Number ACC-01-2301)

n 5-meter USB 3.0 cable high performance (Part Number ACC-01-2302)

Note: A 5-meter cable (or longer) is not recommended for laptops or on board controllers.

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6.5 Interface Card

To purchase a compatible card from FLIR, visit the Products Accessories page.

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The camera must connect to an interface card. This is sometimes called a host adapter, a bus controller, or a network interface card (NIC).

For GigEcameras—A 1000 BASE- T NIC is recommended for streaming images on the Ethernet network between the camera and host system.

Note: For optimal video streaming and camera control performance, we recommend an Intel Pro chipset on a PCIe interface.

For USB3 cameras—In order to achieve the maximum benefits of USB3.0, the camera must connect to a USB3.0 PCIe 2.0 card. The card must be connected to the PCpower supply in order to power the camera through the USB 3.0 interface.

6.6 General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO)

The camera is equipped with a 6-pin GPIO connector on the back of the case. The connector is a Hirose HR10A7R-6PB, the mating connector is a Hirose HR10A-7P-6S(73).

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Diagram Color1Pin Line Function Description Parameter Min Max Unit

Auxiliary

AUX

Input Voltage

Input Voltage Range 8 24 V

(DC)

Green 1

GPI

Non-isolated

Input

Input Low Level 0 1.4 V

Input High Level 2.6 3.6 V

Propagation Delay 1 μs

Input Low Level 0 1.4 V

Input High Level 2.6 30 V

Black 2 0 OPTOIN

VOUT

Red 3

GPIO

White 4 1

OPTOOUT

Opto-isolated

Non-isolated

Input/Ouput

Opto-isolated

Input

Camera

Power Output

Output

Input Current 3.5 7 mA

Propagation Delay

Low to High

Propagation Delay

High to Low

18 μs

9 μs

Output Voltage 3.05 3.35 V

Output Current 120 mA

Input Low Level 0 1.4 V

Input High Level 2.6 24 V

Propagation Delay 1 μs

Output Low Current 25 mA

Output High Level 0 24 V

Output Low Current

25 mA

Output High Level 0 24 V

Propagation Delay

Low to High

Propagation Delay

High to Low

36 μs

18 μs

Blue 5 N/A Opto GND

Brown 6 N/A GND

Measurement conditions: Opto-Isolated I/O VCC=5V, Rext=1KOhm,Non-Isolated Output: VCC=5V, Rext=330 Ohm, Non-Isolated Input: VCC=3.3V. Measured over operating temperature range (-20˚C to +50˚C ambient temperature), unlessot herwise noted.

1—GPIO cable assembly wire colors 2—Dual f unction pin 3—Open drain output, requires pullup resistor 4—Output low level depends on t he output voltage / pullup resistor combination

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Opto-isolated

Ground

Camera

Power

Ground

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6.7 Mounting with the Case or Mounting Bracket

Using the Case

The case is equipped with the following mounting holes:

n Two (2) M2 x 2mm mounting holes on the top of the case

n Three (3) M3 x 2.5mm mounting holes on the bottom of the case

n Four (4) M2 x 2mm mounting holes on the bottom of the case that can be used to attach the camera

directly to a custom mount or to the tripod mounting bracket

Using the Mounting Bracket

Thetripod mounting bracket is equipped with four (4) M2 mounting holes.

Tripod Adapter Dimensions

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Tripod Adapter Dimensional Diagram

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6.8 Case Temperature and Heat Dissipation

You must provide sufficient heat dissipation to control the internal operating temperature of the camera.

The camera is equipped with an on-board temperature sensor. It allows you to obtain the temperature of the camera board-level components. The sensor measures the ambient temperature within the case.

As a result of packing the camera electronics into a small space, the outer case of the camera can become hot to the touch when running. This is expected behavior and will not damage the camera electronics.

To reduce heat, use a cooling fan to set up a positive air flow around the camera, taking into consideration the following precautions:

n Mount the camera on a heat sink, such as a camera mounting bracket, made out of a heat-conductive

material like aluminum.

n Make sure the flow of heat from the camera case to the bracket is not blocked by a non-conductive

material like plastic.

n Make sure the camera has enough open space around it to facilitate the free flow of air.

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To access temperature information:

n Query the GenICam Device Control feature DeviceTemperature.

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6.9 Lens Mounting

Lenses are not included with individual cameras.

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The lens mount is compatible with C-mount lenses. Correct focus cannot be achieved using a CS-mount lens on a C-mount camera.

camera

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6.9.1 Back Flange Distance

The Back Flange Distance (BFD) is offset due to the presence of both a 1 mm infrared cutoff (IRC) filter and a 0.5 mm sensor package window. These two pieces of glass fit between the lens and the sensor image plane. The IRC filter is installed on color cameras. In monochrome cameras, it is a transparent piece of glass. The sensor package window is installed by the sensor manufacturer. Both components cause refraction, which requires some offset in flange back distance to correct.

The resulting C-mount BFDis 17.99 mm.

For more information about the IRC filter, see Infrared Cut-Off Filters.

Example C-mount Cross Section

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6.10 Non-Volatile Flash Memory

The camera has 6 MB non-volatile memory for users to store data.

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6.11 Dust Protection

The camera housing is designed to prevent dust from falling directly onto the sensor's protective glass surface. This is achieved by placing a piece of clear glass (monochrome camera models) or an IR cut- off filter (color models) that sits above the surface of the sensor's glass. A removable plastic retainer keeps this glass/filter system in place. By increasing the distance between the imaging surface and the location of the potential dust particles, the likelihood of interference from the dust (assuming non-collimated light) and the possibility of damage to the sensor during cleaning is reduced.

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Knowledge Base Article 10370

Warning! Cameras are sealed when they are shipped. To avoid contamination, seals should not be broken until cameras are ready for assembly on site.

Warning! Use caution when removing the protective glass or filter. Damage to any component of the optical path voids the Hardware Warranty. Removing the protective glass or filter alters the optical path of the camera, and may result in problems obtaining proper focus with your lens.

Related Knowledge Base Articles

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Selecting a lens for your camera

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6.12 Infrared Cut-Off Filters

FLIR color camera models are equipped with an additional infrared (IR) cut- off filter. This filter can reduce sensitivity in the near infrared spectrum and help prevent smearing. The properties of this filter are illustrated in the results below.

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IR filter transmittance graph

Transmission Wavelength

T=50%

T>80%

T>85%

T average 1%

T<3%

680 nm ±10 nm

400 nm - 420 nm

420 nm - 650 nm

750 nm - 1100 nm

In monochrome models, the IR filter is replaced with a transparent piece of glass.

The following are the properties of the IR filter/protective glass:

Type

Material

Dimensions

Thickness

Anti-reflective

Schott B270

14 ±0.08 x 14 ±0.08 mm

1 ±0.07 mm

For more information, see Dust Protection.

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Title Article

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camera

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7 Input/Output Control

7.1 General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO)

The camera is equipped with a 6-pin GPIO connector on the back of the case. The connector is a Hirose HR10A7R-6PB, the mating connector is a Hirose HR10A-7P-6S(73).

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GPIO pin assignments (as shown looking at rear of camera)

Diagram Color1Pin Line Function Description Parameter Min Max Unit

Auxiliary

AUX

Input Voltage

Input Voltage Range 8 24 V

(DC)

Green 1

GPI

Non-isolated

Input

Input Low Level 0 1.4 V

Input High Level 2.6 3.6 V

Propagation Delay 1 μs

Input Low Level 0 1.4 V

Input High Level 2.6 30 V

Black 2 0 OPTOIN

VOUT

Red 3

GPIO

White 4 1

OPTOOUT

Opto-isolated

Non-isolated

Input/Ouput

Opto-isolated

Input

Camera

Power Output

Output

Input Current 3.5 7 mA

Propagation Delay

Low to High

Propagation Delay

High to Low

18 μs

9 μs

Output Voltage 3.05 3.35 V

Output Current 120 mA

Input Low Level 0 1.4 V

Input High Level 2.6 24 V

Propagation Delay 1 μs

Output Low Current 25 mA

Output High Level 0 24 V

Output Low Current

25 mA

Output High Level 0 24 V

Propagation Delay

Low to High

Propagation Delay

High to Low

36 μs

18 μs

Blue 5 N/A Opto GND

Brown 6 N/A GND

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Opto-isolated

Ground

Camera

Power

Ground

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Power can also be provided externally through the GPIO interface: 12 V nominal (8 - 24 V). Power consumption is 3W maximum.

If both power sources are connected the camera always uses external power over the GPIO connector.

7.2 GPIO Electrical Characteristics

Both the opto-isolated input and output have over current protection.

The output is open collector and thus requires a pull-up resistor to operate. The rise time and bias current will be determined by the resistor value chosen. If the camera is generating an output signal that approaches the rise time plus the fall time of the opto-isolated circuit, care must be taken to optimize the pull-up resistor chosen to minimize the rise time while still remaining within the current limits of the output circuit.

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The opto-isolated specifications listed below are applicable when power to the camera is provided through the interface and not through the GPIO.

Warning! To avoid damage, connect the OPTO_GND pin first before applying voltage to the GPIO line.

Warning! Prolonged use of the camera outside of the Operating Range described below may lead to unexpected behavior and should be avoided.

Operating Range

Description Minimum Maximum

Opto-isolated Input Voltage

Opto-isolated Output Voltage

Opto-isolated Output Current

0 V 30 V

0 V 24 V

25 mA

3.3 V Output Current

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120 mA

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Opto-isolated circuit

Non-isolated circuit

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8 Troubleshooting

8.1 Support

FLIR endeavors to provide the highest level of technical support possible to you. Most support resources can be accessed through our Product Support page.

Creating a Customer Login Account

The first step in accessing our technical support resources is to obtain a Customer Login Account. This requires a valid name and e-mail address. To apply for a Customer Login Account go to our website, and from the upper right corner, click Register. Complete the form and then click Register. After you submit your registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to activate your account.

Knowledge Base

Our Knowledge Base contains answers to some of the most common support questions. It is constantly updated, expanded, and refined to ensure that our customers have access to the latest information.

Learning Center

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Our Learning Center contains links to many resources including videos, case studies, popular topics, application notes, and information on sensor technology.

Product Downloads

With a Customer Login Account you can access the latest software and firmware for their cameras from our

Product Downloads page. We encourage you to keep your software and firmware up-to-date by downloading and

installing the latest versions.

Contacting Technical Support

Before contacting Technical Support, have you:

1. Read the product documentation?

2. Searched the Knowledge Base?

3. Downloaded and installed the latest version of software and/or firmware?

If you have done all the above and still can’t find an answer to your question, contact our Technical Support team.

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8.2 Status Indicator LED

LED GigE USB

No power

No Light

or LED is in inactive state or LED is in error status state with no error

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No power or LED is in inactive state or LED is in error status state with no error

Blinking Green (1 blink)

Blinking Green (2 blinks)

Blinking Green (3 blinks)

Solid Green

Rapid Flashing Green

Flashing Green and Red

Persistent IPAddress USB1

DHCPIPAddress USB2

Link-Local Address (LLA) USB3

Acquisition Started Acquisition Started

Firmware update in progress Firmware update in progress

General Error General Error

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Contacting Us

For any questions, concerns or comments please contact us via the following methods:

Contacting Us

Knowledge Base

Downloads

Contact Information

General questions Technical support (existing customers only)

Find answers to commonly asked questions in our

Knowledge Base

Download the latest documents and software

Revision History

Version Date Description

1.0

June 23, 2016 Support for BFS-U3-13Y3 and BFS-U3-51S5

September 14,

2.0

3.0

4.0

2016

January 12,

2017

May 4, 2017 Support for BFS-PGE-13Y3 and BFS-PGE-31S4

Support for BFS-U3-32S4 and BFS-PGE-50S5

Clarification of measurement conditions for GPIO

New layout

Corrected Lens Mount in Physical Description

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