Teledyne M1600, M640, M1280, M1024, M1400 User Manual
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Genie™ Monochrome
Camera User’s Manual
Genie Framework 2.00
GigE Vision Area Scan Camera
Series
M640
M1024
M1280
M1400
M1410
CA-GENM-MUM00
www.imaging.com
M1600
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About DALSA
DALSA is an international high performance semiconductor and electronics company that designs, develops,
manufactures, and markets digital imaging products and solutions, in addition to providing wafer foundry services.
DALSA Digital Imaging offers the widest range of machine vision components in the world. From industry-leading
image sensors through powerful and sophisticated cameras, frame grabbers, vision processors and software to easyto-use vision appliances and custom vision modules.
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Contents
GENIE MONOCHROME SERIES OVERVIEW .....................................................................................5
DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................................5
Genie Application Advantages.......................................................................................................... 6
PRODUCT PART NUMBERS ........................................................................................................................6
CAMERA PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................8
Certifications.....................................................................................................................................9
Vibration and Shock Certifications................................................................................................... 9
SUPPORTED INDUSTRY STANDARDS........................................................................................................10
GENIE SENSOR OVERVIEW......................................................................................................................10
Genie M640-1/2 Specifications.......................................................................................................11
Genie M640-1/3 Specifications.......................................................................................................12
Genie M1024 Specifications ...........................................................................................................13
Genie M1280 Specifications ...........................................................................................................14
Genie M1400-1/2 Specifications.....................................................................................................15
Genie M1410-2/3 Specifications.....................................................................................................16
Genie M1600 Specifications ...........................................................................................................17
APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT OVERVIEW ...............................................................................................18
Sapera LT Library with optional Processing..................................................................................18
GigE Vision Compliant Environment .............................................................................................18
INSTALLING THE GENIE CAMERA....................................................................................................19
WARNING! (GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS) ...............................................................................................19
GIGE NETWORK ADAPTER GUIDELINE ...................................................................................................19
Supported Network Configurations ................................................................................................19
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW & PREPARATIONS .........................................................................................20
Network and Computer Overview................................................................................................... 20
Installation Overview...................................................................................................................... 21
Preventing Operational Faults due to ESD ....................................................................................22
SAPERA LT LIBRARY INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................22
GENIE CD PACKAGE INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................23
Procedure........................................................................................................................................23
GigE Server Verification.................................................................................................................23
CONNECT THE GENIE CAMERA ...............................................................................................................24
Connectors ......................................................................................................................................24
Status LED Codes ........................................................................................................................... 25
Typical LED States on Power Up ........................................................................................................... 25
Genie IP Configuration Sequence ..................................................................................................26
GigE Server Status..........................................................................................................................26
OPTIMIZING THE NETWORK ADAPTER USED WITH GENIE ....................................................................... 27
Running the Network Configuration Tool.......................................................................................27
UPDATING GENIE FIRMWARE..................................................................................................................28
QUICK TEST WITH CAMEXPERT ..............................................................................................................29
About the User-Defined Camera Name .......................................................................................... 30
SILENT INSTALLATION OF GENIE FRAMEWORK.......................................................................................31
WINDOWS EMBEDDED 7 INSTALLATION .................................................................................................32
OPERATIONAL REFERENCE................................................................................................................33
CAMERA AND SENSOR INFORMATION .....................................................................................................33
Genie Monochrome Series-GigE Vision Camera Contents 1
Access Via CamExpert....................................................................................................................33
Power-up Configuration (Saved User Settings)..............................................................................34
Power-up Parameter List......................................................................................................................... 35
Power-up Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications............................................. 35
Camera Information via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications................................36
SENSOR CONTROLS .................................................................................................................................37
Sensor Parameters: Controls Via CamExpert ................................................................................37
Gain and Black Level Controls.......................................................................................................39
Gain and Offset Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications..........................39
Partial Scan—Window ROI ............................................................................................................40
Maximum Frame Rate Examples with Vertical Cropping ...................................................................... 40
Window ROI Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications...............................43
CamExpert Image Buffer and ROI Parameters ..............................................................................44
Binning............................................................................................................................................ 45
Binning Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications....................................... 46
TRIGGER MODES..................................................................................................................................... 46
EXPOSURE CONTROLS.............................................................................................................................47
Free-running Programmable Exposure.......................................................................................... 47
External Trigger Programmable Exposure ....................................................................................48
External Trigger Level-controlled Exposure .................................................................................. 50
Exposure Controls via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications...................................51
SYNCHRONIZATION TIMING ....................................................................................................................52
Synchronous Mode.......................................................................................................................... 52
Reset Mode...................................................................................................................................... 53
Synchronization Mode via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications............................. 53
CAMEXPERT I/O CONTROLS DIALOG...................................................................................................... 54
GENERAL INPUTS ....................................................................................................................................55
External Input Signal Opto-coupler & Debounce Circuit ..............................................................55
General Inputs: Settings Via CamExpert........................................................................................ 55
Input Controls via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications .........................................56
STROBE AND GENERAL OUTPUTS............................................................................................................57
General Outputs: Settings via CamExpert......................................................................................57
Open and Close Output Settings ............................................................................................................. 58
Strobe On Start of Exposure Event Mode ............................................................................................... 58
Pulse On Valid Trigger Event Mode....................................................................................................... 59
Pulse On Invalid Trigger Event Mode..................................................................................................... 59
Pulse On Start of Readout Event Mode................................................................................................... 60
Pulse On End of Readout Event Mode.................................................................................................... 60
Pulse On End of Acquisition Event Mode............................................................................................... 61
Pulse On Input 1 or Input 2 Event Modes ............................................................................................... 61
Output Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications ........................................ 62
GENIE PROCESSING FEATURES................................................................................................................62
Lookup Table (LUT) .......................................................................................................................62
LUT Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications ............................................63
Flat Field (Image Shading) Correction .......................................................................................... 64
Information on the Flat Field Data File................................................................................................... 64
Set up Dark and Bright Acquisitions with the Histogram Tool............................................................... 64
Flat Field Correction Calibration Procedure ........................................................................................... 66
Using Flat Field Correction..................................................................................................................... 68
Flat Field Correction Control via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications.................68
Image Flip.......................................................................................................................................69
Internal Image Test Patterns ..........................................................................................................70
Test Image Select via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications.....................................71
EVENTS ...................................................................................................................................................71
Sapera Callbacks ............................................................................................................................ 71
Event Selection via GigE Vision Compliant Applications ..............................................................72
2 Contents Genie Monochrome Series-GigE Vision Camera
USING CAMEXPERT TO SET NETWORK & GIGE VISION PARAMETERS ....................................................73
CamExpert GigE Vision Parameters ..............................................................................................73
Network Controls via Sapera LT or GigE Vision Compliant Applications ....................................75
SAPERA SUPPORTED FEATURES LIST ......................................................................................................76
Accessing Features with Sapera++ LT ..........................................................................................76
Feature Type STRING.....................................................................................................................77
Feature Type ENUM....................................................................................................................... 77
Feature Type INT32........................................................................................................................79
Feature Type BOOL........................................................................................................................80
Feature Summary List by Function Group ..................................................................................... 81
Device ..................................................................................................................................................... 81
User Defined Buffers .............................................................................................................................. 81
Sensor...................................................................................................................................................... 81
Sensor Exposure...................................................................................................................................... 82
Acquisition ROI ...................................................................................................................................... 82
Binning Control....................................................................................................................................... 82
LUT Control............................................................................................................................................ 82
Flat Field Control .................................................................................................................................... 82
Trigger Control........................................................................................................................................ 83
I/O Control .............................................................................................................................................. 83
Time Stamp Control................................................................................................................................ 83
Network Parameters ................................................................................................................................ 84
User Options............................................................................................................................................ 84
Feature Interdependence Diagrams ...............................................................................................85
Trigger Enable - TRUE........................................................................................................................... 86
Trigger Enable - FALSE ......................................................................................................................... 86
Output Selector........................................................................................................................................ 87
Vertical Binning...................................................................................................................................... 87
Horizontal Binning.................................................................................................................................. 87
Pixel Format............................................................................................................................................ 88
Network Configuration Mode ................................................................................................................. 88
Accessing the Genie User Buffer ....................................................................................................89
NETWORK OVERVIEW & TOOLS.......................................................................................................91
GENIE IP CONFIGURATION MODE DETAILS ............................................................................................91
Link-Local Address (LLA)...............................................................................................................91
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol).............................................................................92
Persistent IP.................................................................................................................................... 93
SAPERA CAMEXPERT GUIDE ..............................................................................................................95
USING CAMEXPERT WITH GENIE MONOCHROME CAMERAS ...................................................................95
CamExpert Panes............................................................................................................................96
CamExpert LUT Controls ...............................................................................................................97
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................ 99
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................................................................99
Genie 3D View with C-mount and CS-mount .................................................................................99
Genie C-mount and CS-mount Mechanical Specifications...........................................................100
Genie 3D View with Right-angle C-mount and CS-mount............................................................101
Genie Right-angle C-mount and CS-mount Mechanical Specifications .......................................102
Additional Notes on Genie Mechanical ........................................................................................ 103
SENSOR ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATION ....................................................................................................103
CONNECTORS........................................................................................................................................104
12-Pin Hirose Connector Signal Details ...................................................................................... 104
Genie Signal Electrical Details.....................................................................................................105
External Inputs ...................................................................................................................................... 105
External Outputs.................................................................................................................................... 107
Genie Monochrome Series-GigE Vision Camera Contents 3
RJ45 LAN Ethernet Connector Details.........................................................................................108
CAMERA STATUS LED.......................................................................................................................... 108
OPTICAL CONSIDERATIONS...................................................................................................................109
Illumination................................................................................................................................... 109
Light Sources ................................................................................................................................109
Filters............................................................................................................................................109
Lens Modeling...............................................................................................................................109
Magnification and Resolution.......................................................................................................110
LENS SELECTION OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................111
Lens Mount ...................................................................................................................................111
Lens Sensor Size............................................................................................................................111
Additional Lens Parameters (application specific).......................................................................112
SENSOR HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................112
Electrostatic Discharge and the CCD Sensor...............................................................................112
Protecting Against Dust, Oil and Scratches .................................................................................113
Cleaning the Sensor Window ........................................................................................................113
Environment..................................................................................................................................113
RUGGEDIZED RJ45 ETHERNET CABLES.................................................................................................114
C/CS-MOUNT NIR AND UV FILTER .....................................................................................................115
Back Focal Variance when using a Filter ....................................................................................116
COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS FOR GENIE CAMERAS................................................................................117
Host PC System............................................................................................................................. 117
Ethernet Switch Requirements ...................................................................................................... 117
IEEE 802.3x Pause Frame Flow Control............................................................................................... 117
Ethernet to Fiber-Optic Interface Requirements ..........................................................................117
EC & FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .........................................................................................118
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................................119
OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................119
Problem Type Summary................................................................................................................119
Verifying Network Parameters......................................................................................................121
Before Contacting Technical Support ................................................................................................... 121
INSTALLATION ISSUES AND FUNCTIONAL PROBLEMS............................................................................121
The Windows Firewall Service Can Not Start ..............................................................................121
DEVICE AVAILABLE WITH OPERATIONAL ISSUES.................................................................................. 122
Firmware Updates ........................................................................................................................ 122
Power Failure During a Firmware Update–Now What? ............................................................. 122
Cabling and Communication Issues .............................................................................................123
Acquisition Error without Timeout Messages...............................................................................123
No camera exposure when expected ..................................................................................................... 123
Camera is functional but frame rate is lower than expected.................................................................. 123
Camera acquisition is good but frame rate is lower than expected........................................................ 124
Camera is functional, frame rate is as expected, but image is black ..................................................... 124
Other Problems or Issues..............................................................................................................124
Random Invalid Trigger Events ............................................................................................................ 124
Minimum Sapera Version Required...................................................................................................... 124
CONTACT INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................125
GENIE SALES INFORMATION .................................................................................................................125
GENIE TECHNICAL SUPPORT .................................................................................................................126
GLOSSARY OF TERMS .........................................................................................................................127
INDEX........................................................................................................................................................131
4 Contents Genie Monochrome Series-GigE Vision Camera
Genie Monochrome Series
Overview
Description
The Genie monochrome camera family form a series of affordable, easy to use digital cameras specifically
engineered for industrial imaging applications. Genie cameras combine standard gigabit Ethernet technology with
the DALSA Trigger-to-Image-Reliability framework to dependably capture and transfer images from the camera to
the host PC.
All Genie cameras are supported by DALSA Sapera™ LT software libraries featuring CamExpert for simplified
camera set-up and configuration. Sapera LT is field proven in thousands of robust industrial applications. Hardware
independent, Sapera LT delivers the same reliable performance regardless of the image acquisition device being
used. This unique feature allows OEM’s to start using the Genie without re-writing applications developed for
DALSA frame grabbers. In addition, Sapera LT includes powerful diagnostics and setup utilities for application
development, custom camera configurations and system deployment.
Genie Monochrome Series-GigE Vision Camera Genie Monochrome Series Overview 5
Genie Application Advantages
Available in a number of resolutions
Compact, rugged design
GigE Vision 1.0 compliant
Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) interconnection to a computer via standard CAT5e or CAT6 cables
Connection to the host computer NIC through a GigE network switch
Available in variety of resolutions, each supporting 8-bit or 10-bit acquisitions
Lookup table pre-processing
Real-time shading correction (i.e. Flat Field processing)
Horizontal Flip function
Supports several trigger modes for image capture control
2 opto-isolated inputs
2 opto-isolated outputs
Native Trigger-to-Image Reliability design framework
Visual status LEDs on camera back plate
1µs internal timer to timestamp images and events
Supported by Sapera™ LT software libraries
Product Part Numbers
This manual covers the monochrome Genie models summarized below. See "Camera Performance Specifications"
on page 8 for each Genie model.
Camera Sensor Size Resolution Pixel size (µm)
Genie M640-1/2 1/2 in 640 x 480 9.9 x 9.9 64
Genie M640-1/3 1/3 in 640 x 480 7.4 x 7.4 64
Genie M1024-1/3 1/3 in 1024 x 768 4.65 x 4.65 20
Genie M1280-1/3 1/3 in 1280 x 960 3.75 x 3.75 24.5
Genie M1400-1/2 1/2 in 1360 x 1024 4.65 x 4.65 15
Genie M1410-2/3 2/3 in 1360 x 1024 6.45 x 6.45 21
Genie M1600-1/1.8 1/1.8 in 1600 x 1200 4.40 x 4.40 15
Lens Mount Option
The last digit of the Genie product number defines the mechanical lens mount.
(See Mechanical Specifications)
fps
(full frame)
C-Mount downward right angle = 2
CS-Mount downward right angle = 3
Product Number
CR-Gxx0-M640x
CR-Gxx3-M640x
CR-Gxx0-M102x
CR-Gxx0-M128x
CR-Gxx0-M140x
CR-Gxx3-M141x
CR-Gxx0-M160x
C-Mount = 0
CS-Mount = 1
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Input Voltage
CR-GM0x-xxxxx models: +11 to +25.2 Volts DC at 0.6 Amp minimum, (over voltage–reverse voltage protected)
CR-GENx-xxxxx models: +11 to +13 Volts DC at 0.6 Amp minimum, (note – these models are being phased out)
Software Product Number
Genie Framework composed of the Sapera Network Imaging Package, Genie Imaging
Driver and latest Genie Firmware. Required installation.
Sapera Runtime including CamExpert Included and installed if desired
GenICam™ support (XML camera description file) Embedded within Genie
Sapera LT version 6.10 or later (Sapera 7 required for 64-bit support):
Provides everything you will need to develop imaging applications
Sapera documentation in compiled HTML help, and Adobe Acrobat® (PDF) formats.
Sapera Processing Imaging Development Library (sold separately):
Includes over 600 optimized image processing routines.
Included with Genie distribution
CD
OC-SL00-0000000
(sold separately)
Contact Sales at
DALSA
Genie Cables & Accessories (sold separately) Product number
Genie I/O and Power breakout cable (Hirose to Euroconnector) CR-GENC-IOP00
Tripod mount bracket (mount to Genie top or bottom—provides ¼-20 socket) CA-GENA-BRA00
Industrial type CAT 6 cable assembly:
Molded shroud with top/bottom thumbscrews on one end with standard Ethernet RJ45
clip on other. Available in various lengths.
See "Ruggedized RJ45 Ethernet Cables" on page 114.
C-mount NIR/UV filter available from Midwest Optical Systems.
See "C/CS-Mount NIR and UV Filter" on page 115.
CA-GENL-BP550
Genie Monochrome Series-GigE Vision Camera Genie Monochrome Series Overview 7
Camera Performance Specifications
Specifications for each available sensor are listed after the general Genie camera specifications.
Camera Controls
Synchronization Modes Free running and Triggered
Synchronous and Reset mode
Software trigger (through Ethernet)
Exposure Modes Programmable (1µs granularity, minimum (see sensor data) – maximum 16s)
Pulse controlled
Trigger Input Opto-isolated, 2V to 12V typical, 2mA min.
Debounce range from 1 µs up to 255 µs
Strobe Output
Features
LUT 8-bit / 10-bit
Flip Real-time horizontal flip
Flat Field Correction Real-time on camera
Binning Horizontal (2 pixel) and Vertical (2 line)
Timestamp 1µs internal timer or external signal to timestamp images and events
Test image Internal pattern generator
User settings Select factory default or one user camera configuration
Output opto-isolated: Aligned to the start of exposure with a programmable delay,
duration and polarity
Optical Interface
Back Focal Distance—C-Mount 17.52 mm
Back Focal Distance—CS-Mount 12.52 mm
Mechanical Interface
Camera Size 29(H) x 44(W) x 67(L) in mm, ( see Mechanical Specifications )
Mass < 125g (no lens)
Power connector 12 pin male Hirose
Ethernet connector RJ45
Electrical Interface
Input Voltage CR-GENx-xxxxx models: +11 to +13 Volts DC at 0.6 Amp minimum,
CR-GM0x-xxxxx models: +11 to +25.2 Volts DC at 0.6 Amp minimum,
(over voltage–reverse voltage protected)
Power Dissipation < 4W
Operating Temperature 0 to 45°C (at front plate)
Relative Humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing (operating)
Output Data Configuration Gigabit Ethernet (IEEE 802.3)
Data and Control GigE Vision compliant at 1000 or 100 Mbps
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Certifications
CE
FCC
RoHS
EN55022, class A, Radio Disturbance Characteristics
EN61000-4-2, Electrostatic discharge immunity test
EN61000-4-3, Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test
EN61000-4-4, Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test
EN61000-4-6, Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields
Part 15, class A
see "EC & FCC Declaration of Conformity" on page 118
Compliancy as per European directive 2002/95/EC
(applies to camera part numbers CR-GENx-xxxxx)
Vibration and Shock Certifications
Test (while operating) Standard Description
Sinusoidal vibrations with identification
of critical frequencies
Random vibrations MIL-STD-810E (1989)
Shocks IEC 68-2-27 (1987)
IEC 68-2-6 (1995)
Test Fc
method 514.4
Category 10
Test Ea and guide
Frequency range: 10 to 2000 Hz
Amplitude: 5 m/s
Sweep rate: 1 octave per minute
Duration: 1 sweep cycle (to and fro)
Levels and frequencies:
2
0.04 g
/Hz from 20 to 1000 Hz
-6 dB/oct. from 1000 to 2000 Hz
Duration: 1 hour
Shape: half-sine
Amplitude: 75 g
Duration: 3 ms
Number: 3 shocks (+) and 3 shocks (-)
2
Genie Monochrome Series-GigE Vision Camera Genie Monochrome Series Overview 9
Supported Industry Standards
Genie cameras are 100% compliant with the GigE Vision 1.0 specification
which defines the communication interface protocol used by any GigE
Vision device. The device description and capabilities are contained in an
XML file. For more information see:
http://www.machinevisiononline.org/public/articles/index.cfm?cat=167
Genie cameras implement a superset of the GenICam™ specification which
defines device capabilities. This description takes the form of an XML
device description file respecting the syntax defined by the GenApi module
of the GenICam™ specification. For more information see
www.genicam.org.
Genie Sensor Overview
Each sensor description below provides a specification table and response graphic. The graph describes the sensor
response to different wavelengths of light (excluding lens and light source characteristics). Visible light spans
wavelengths between about 390 - 780 nanometers. Wavelengths below 390 nm are termed ultra-violet while those
above 780 nm. are termed infra-red. The peak response is around 500 nanometers typical for each sensor model,
corresponding to a shade of blue-green.
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Genie M640-1/2 Specifications
Item / Feature Specification
Imager Format Full frame interline CCD area scan with square pixel (1/2 inch diagonal)
Sensor Sony ICX414AL
Resolution 640 x 480 pixels
Minimum Frame Rate (free-running) 0.1 fps (one frame every 10 seconds)
Maximum Frame Rate (free-running) 64 fps
Minimum Exposure 22μs
Maximum Exposure 16 seconds (note: maximum exposures are susceptible to hot-pixel noise)
Internal Trigger to Start of Exposure 3.8μs
Horizontal Line Time 32μs
Pixel Size 9.9µm x 9.9µm
Pixel Format 8-bit, 10-bit
Shutter Full frame electronic shutter
Gain Range -6dB to +12dB
Genie M640-1/2 Responsivity
Genie Monochrome Series-GigE Vision Camera Genie Monochrome Series Overview 11
Genie M640-1/3 Specifications
Item / Feature Specification
Imager Format Full frame interline CCD area scan with square pixel (1/3 inch diagonal)
Sensor Sony ICX424AL
Resolution 640 x 480 pixels
Minimum Frame Rate (free-running) 0.1 fps (one frame every 10 seconds)
Maximum Frame Rate (free-running) 64 fps
Minimum Exposure 22μs
Maximum Exposure 16 seconds (note: maximum exposures are susceptible to hot-pixel noise)
Internal Trigger to Start of Exposure 3.8μs
Horizontal Line Time 32μs
Pixel Size 7.4µm x 7.4µm
Pixel Format 8-bit, 10-bit
Shutter Full frame electronic shutter
Gain Range -6dB to +12dB
Genie M640-1/3 Responsivity
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Genie M1024 Specifications
Item / Feature Specification
Imager Format Full frame interline CCD area scan with square pixel (1/3 inch diagonal)
Sensor Sony ICX204AL
Resolution 1024 x 768 pixels
Minimum Frame Rate (free-running) 0.1 fps (one frame every 10 seconds)
Maximum Frame Rate (free-running) 20 fps
Minimum Exposure 44μs
Maximum Exposure 16 seconds (note: maximum exposures are susceptible to hot-pixel noise)
Internal Trigger to Start of Exposure 7.65μs
Horizontal Line Time 63.5μs
Pixel Size 4.65μm (H) × 4.65μm (V)
Pixel Format 8-bit, 10-bit
Shutter Full frame electronic shutter
Gain Range -6dB to +12dB
Genie M1024 Responsivity
Genie Monochrome Series-GigE Vision Camera Genie Monochrome Series Overview 13
Genie M1280 Specifications
Item / Feature Specification
Imager Format Full frame interline CCD area scan with square pixel (1/3 inch diagonal)
Sensor Sony ICX445ALA
Resolution 1280 x 960 pixels
Minimum Frame Rate (free-running) 0.1 fps (one frame every 10 seconds)
Maximum Frame Rate (free-running) 24.5 fps
Minimum Exposure 13μs
Maximum Exposure 16 seconds (note: maximum exposures are susceptible to hot-pixel noise)
Internal Trigger to Start of Exposure 2.33μs
Horizontal Line Time 42μs
Pixel Size 3.75μm (H) × 3.75μm (V)
Pixel Format 8-bit, 10-bit
Shutter Full frame electronic shutter
Gain Range -6dB to +12dB
Genie M1280 Responsivity
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Genie M1400-1/2 Specifications
Item / Feature Specification
Imager Format Full frame interline CCD area scan with square pixel (1/2 inch diagonal)
Sensor ICX267AL
Resolution 1360 x 1024 pixels
Minimum Frame Rate (free-running) 0.1 fps (one frame every 10 seconds)
Maximum Frame Rate (free-running) 15 fps
Minimum Exposure 32μs
Maximum Exposure 16 seconds (note: maximum exposures are susceptible to hot-pixel noise)
Internal Trigger to Start of Exposure 11.87μs
Horizontal Line Time 59.7μs
Pixel Size 4.65µm (H) x 4.65µm (V)
Pixel Format 8-bit, 10-bit
Shutter Full frame electronic shutter
Gain Range -6dB to +12dB
Genie M1400-1/2 Responsivity
Genie Monochrome Series-GigE Vision Camera Genie Monochrome Series Overview 15
Genie M1410-2/3 Specifications
Item / Feature Specification
Imager Format Full frame interline CCD area scan with square pixel (2/3 inch diagonal)
Sensor ICX285AL
Resolution 1360 x 1024 pixels
Minimum Frame Rate (free-running) 0.1 fps (one frame every 10 seconds)
Maximum Frame Rate (free-running) 21 fps
Minimum Exposure 32μs
Maximum Exposure 16 seconds (note: maximum exposures are susceptible to hot-pixel noise)
Internal Trigger to Start of Exposure 4.15μs
Horizontal Line Time 44.2μs
Pixel Size 6.45µm (H) x 6.45µm (V)
Pixel Format 8-bit, 10-bit
Shutter Full frame electronic shutter
Gain Range -6dB to +12dB
Genie M1410-2/3 Responsivity
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Genie M1600 Specifications
Item / Feature Specification
Imager Format Full frame interline CCD area scan with square pixel
(1/1.8 inch diagonal)
Sensor Sony ICX274AL
Resolution 1600 x 1200 pixels
Minimum Frame Rate (free-running) 0.1 fps (one frame every 10 seconds)
Maximum Frame Rate (free-running) 15 fps
Minimum Exposure 35μs
Maximum Exposure 16 seconds (note: maximum exposures are susceptible to hot-pixel noise)
Horizontal Line Time 53.3μs
Pixel Size 4.40μm (H) × 4.40μm (V)
Pixel Format 8-bit, 10-bit
Shutter Full frame electronic shutter
Gain Range -6dB to +12dB
Genie M1600 Responsivity
Genie Monochrome Series-GigE Vision Camera Genie Monochrome Series Overview 17
Application Development Overview
Sapera LT Library with optional Processing
Sapera LT is a powerful development library for image acquisition and control. Sapera LT provides a single API
across current and future DALSA hardware. Sapera LT delivers a comprehensive feature set including program
portability, versatile camera controls, flexible display functionality and management, plus easy to use application
development wizards.
Sapera Processing is a comprehensive set of C++ classes for image processing and analysis. Sapera Processing
offers highly optimized tools for image processing, blob analysis, search (pattern recognition), OCR and barcode
decoding.
The following is a Sapera application functional block diagram. The Genie Framework installation includes the
Genie driver and the Sapera Network Imaging Package.
Network
Configuration Tool
smart DHCP
Server
single GigE Vision
(optional)
Camera
User’s Sapera
Application
Sapera LT SDK
Genie Driver
Control
GigE Server
GVCP
GigE Vision
Control
Protocol
Ethernet Network Interface Card
Alternatively via a switch
CamExpert
Sapera Network
Images
Imaging Driver
GVSP
GigE Vision
Stream
Protocol
Sapera LT
Genie
Framework
Sapera
Network
Imaging
Package
To multiple GigE
Vision Cameras
GigE Vision Compliant Environment
The GigE Vision Compliant XML device description file is embedded within Genie firmware allowing GigE Vision
Compliant applications to know Genie capabilities immediately after connection.
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Installing the Genie Camera
Warning! (Grounding Instructions)
Static electricity can damage electronic components. Please discharge any static electrical charge by touching a
grounded surface, such as the metal computer chassis, before performing any hardware installation.
If you do not feel comfortable performing the installation, please consult a qualified technician.
GigE Network Adapter Guideline
If the computer to be used with the Genie camera does not have a Gigabit network adapter or second built in Gigabit
NIC, a PCI bus Gigabit Network Interface Card (NIC) needs to be installed. Typically under Windows, the PCI
Gigabit NIC is recognized automatically when Windows boots. An example of a high performance NIC is the Intel
PRO/1000 MT adapter.
Review the NIC documentation concerning any special driver required for Windows. Install the PCI bus Gigabit
NIC as described by the NIC manufacture's documentation.
The Genie camera has been tested with a variety of Gigabit network adapters, both built into the system
motherboard and as third party PCI adapters.
Supported Network Configurations
The Genie obtains an IP address using the Link Local Address (LLA) or DHCP, by default. A LLA IP address is
obtained in about 6 seconds with Microsoft Vista/7 or in about 1 minute with Microsoft XP. If required, a persistent
IP address can be assigned (see "Running the Network Configuration Tool" on page 27).
The LLA m
After an address is chosen, the link-local process sends an ARP query with that IP onto the network to see if it is
already in use. If there is no response, the IP is assigned to the device, otherwise another IP is selected, and the ARP
is repeated. Note that LLA is unable to forward packets across routers.
Alternatively, if a DHCP server is present on the network, the Genie is going to issue a DHCP request asking for an
IP address. The DHCP server will then provide the Genie an IP address. The DALSA Network Configuration tool,
installed with the DALSA Network Imaging Package, can also function as the DHCP server (refer to the DALSA
Network Imaging Package user's manual).
ethod automatically assigns the Genie with a randomly chosen address on the 169.254.xxx.xxx subnet.
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Installation Overview & Preparations
The Genie camera installation generally follows the sequence described below. Detailed installation instructions
follow this overview. This section also provides important information to prevent operational faults due to ESD
(electrostatic discharge) in Genie installations.
Network and Computer Overview
Genie needs to connect to a computer with a GigE network adapter, either built in on the computer
motherboard or installed as a third party PCI adapter.
Laptop computers with built in GigE network adapters may still not be able to stream full frame rates from
Genie, especially when on battery power. Thorough testing is required with any laptop computer to determine
the maximum frame rate possible (refer to the DALSA Network Imaging Package user's manual).
Genie also can connect through a Gigabit Ethernet switch. When using VLAN groups, the Genie and
controlling computer must be in the same group (refer to the DALSA Network Imaging Package user's
manual).
If Genie is to be used in a Sapera development environment, Sapera LT needs to be installed, either before or
after the Genie software package. If Genie will be used in a GigE Vision Compliant environment, Sapera or
Sapera runtime is not required and you need to follow the installation instructions of the third party GigE
Vision compliant package.
Install the Genie Framework software package if not using a third party GigE Vision compliant package.
Also install Sapera Run-time with CamExpert to control the Genie.
The Windows Firewall exceptions feature is automatically configured to allow the Sapera GigE Server to pass
through the firewall.
Computers with VPN software (virtual private network) may need to have the VPN driver disabled in the NIC
properties. This would be required only on the NIC used with the Genie. Testing by the user is required.
When upgrading the Genie Framework from a previous version, there is no need to uninstall the older
version. The new installation will correctly update all framework files. The framework installer will prompt you
to confirm the upgrade, as shown.
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Installation Overview
Before connecting power to the camera, test all power supplies. Power supplies must meet the requirements
defined in section "Genie Signal Electrical Details" on page 105. Apply power to the cam
Connect Genie to the computer GigE network adapter or to the Ethernet switch via a CAT5e or CAT6 Ethernet
cable. Note: cable should not be less than 1 meter (3 feet) long or more than 100 meters (328 feet) long.
Check the diagnostic LED which will be initially red then switch to flashing blue while waiting for IP
configuration. See "Status LED Codes" on page 25 for Geni
e LED display descriptions.
Look at the small camera icon added to the Windows tray (next to the clock). Ensure the Genie camera has
been found (right click the icon and select Status).
A new Genie installation typically requires a firmware update. See the procedure "Updating Genie Firmware"
on page 28.
Use Cam
Expert (installed either with Sapera or Sapera runtime) to test the installation of the Genie camera. Set
the Genie to internal test pattern. See "Sapera CamExpert Guide" on page 95.
Set
up the other components of the imaging system such as light sources, camera mounts, optics, encoders,
trigger sources, etc. Test with CamExpert.
era.
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Preventing Operational Faults due to ESD
Genie camera installations which do not protect against ESD (electrostatic discharge) may exhibit operational faults.
Problems such as random packet loss, random camera resets, and random loss of Ethernet connections, may all be
solved by proper ESD management.
The Genie camera when used with a simple power supply and Ethernet cable, is not properly connected to earth
ground and therefore is susceptible to ESD caused problems. An Ethernet cable has no ground connection and a
power supply's 0 volt return line is not necessarily connected to earth ground.
DALSA has performed ESD testing on Genie cameras using an 8 kilovolt ESD generator without any indication of
operational faults. The two following methods, either individually or together will prevent ESD problems.
Method 1: Use a shielded power supply cable where the shield is connected to earth ground at the supply end
and to the Hirose connector shell at the Genie end. The Genie case is now properly connected to earth ground
and can withstand ESD of 8 kilovolts, as tested by DALSA.
Method 2: Mount the Genie camera on a metallic platform which has a good connection to earth ground.
Sapera LT Library Installation
Note: to install Sapera LT and the Genie device driver, logon to the workstation as an administrator or with an
account that has administrator privileges.
When Sapera application development is performed on the same computer that the Genie is connected to, the Sapera
Development Library (version 6.10 or later) must be installed. Else, Sapera LT is not required to control the Genie
camera.
Insert the DALSA Sapera CD-ROM. If AUTORUN is enabled on your computer, the DALSA installation
menu is presented.
If AUTORUN is not enabled, use Windows Explorer and browse to the root directory of the CD-ROM.
Execute launch.exe to start the DALSA installation menu and install the required Sapera components.
The installation program will prompt you to reboot the computer.
Continue with the Genie CD Package Installation described next.
Refer to Sapera LT User’s Manual
concerning application development with Sapera.
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Genie CD Package Installation
The Genie Framework software package and Sapera runtime provides all components required to control the Genie
with the supplied CamExpert tool. Genie Framework software components include the Network Imaging driver
(refer to the DALSA Network Imaging package manual), the Sapera GigE server, and CamExpert (if Sapera LT
library is not installed).
Note: If Sapera application development is required, install Sapera (6.10 or later) as described in the previous
section.
Procedure
When upgrading the Genie Framework from a previous version, there is no need to uninstall the older
version. The new installation will correctly update all framework files.
Insert the DALSA Genie CD-ROM. If AUTORUN is enabled on your computer, the Genie installation menu is
presented.
If AUTORUN is not enabled, use Windows Explorer and browse to the root directory of the CD-ROM.
Execute launch.exe to start the installation menu and install the Genie software components.
Click to install the Genie Framework Software which includes the Network Imaging driver, and the Sapera
GigE server.
The procedure will prompt for acceptance of the installation folder for the Genie files.
If desired, click to install Sapera LT run-time which includes CamExpert. Follow the on screen prompts and
reboot when the installation is complete.
GigE Server Verification
After a successful Genie Framework package installation, the GigE Server icon is visible in the desktop taskbar tray
area. After connecting a camera (see following section), allow a few seconds for the GigE Server status to update.
The Genie camera must be on the same subnet as the NIC to be recognized by the GigE Server.
Device Available Device IP Error Device Not Available
GigE Server
Tray Icon:
The normal GigE server tray
icon when the Genie device is
found. It will take a few
seconds for the GigE Server to
refresh its state after the Genie
has obtained an IP address.
The GigE server tray icon
shows a warning when a device
is connected but there is some
type of IP error.
If you place your mouse cursor on this icon, the GigE Server will display the number of GigE Vision devices found
by your PC. Right click the icon and select status to view information about those devices. See "Running the
work Configuration Tool" on page 27 and "Troubleshooting" on page 119for m
Net
A red X will remain over the
GigE server tray icon when the
Genie device is not found. This
indicates a major network
issue. Or in the simplest case,
the Genie is not connected.
ore information.
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Connect the Genie Camera
Connect a power supply to the Genie camera and an Ethernet cable from the Genie to the host computer. Once
communication with the host computer is started the automatic IP configuration sequence will assign an LLA IP
address as described in section "Genie IP Configuration Sequence" on page 26, or a DHCP IP address if a DHCP
s present on your network. Note that the DALSA Network Configuration tool can enable the DALSA smart
server i
DHCP server.
The factory defaults for Genie is Persistent IP disabled and DHCP enabled with LLA always enabled as per the
GigE Vision specification. For additional information see "Genie IP Configuration Mode Details" on page 91. See
he next section "Connectors" on page 24 for an overview of the Genie interfaces.
t
Connectors
The Genie has only two connectors:
A single RJ45 Ethernet connector for control and video data transmitted to/from the host computer Gigabit
NIC. See "Ruggedized RJ45 Ethernet Cables" on page 114 for secure cables.
A si
The Genie has one multicolor LED to provide a simple visible indication of camera state (see figure below and
section "Status LED Codes" on page 25). Addi
The following figure of the Genie back end shows connector and LED locations. See "Mechanical Specifications"
on page 99 for det
ngle 12-pin Hirose male connector for camera power plus trigger, strobe and general I/O signals. The
suggested female cable mating connector is Hirose model HR10A-10P-12S.
tionally the RJ45 has two LEDs for network status conditions.
ails on the Genie connectors and camera mounting dimensions.
Genie – Rear View
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Status LED Codes
The camera is equipped with a LED to display the operational status of the camera. When more than one condition
is active, the LED color indicates the condition with the highest priority (such as an acquisition in progress has more
priority than a valid IP address assignment). The following table summarizes the LED states and corresponding
camera status.
LED State Definition
LED is off No power to the camera
Steady Red
Slow Flashing Red
Slow Flashing Blue Waiting for an IP address
Fast Flashing Blue Ethernet cable disconnected (no link)
Steady Blue IP address assigned;
Steady Green Application connected
Slow Flashing Green Triggered acquisition in progress
Fast Flashing Green Free-running acquisition in progress
Camera not initialized **
Camera initialization problem **
** Often there is no serious problem with the Genie hardware.
Wait 2-5 minutes for the Genie to load internal default firmware,
then follow these instructions (see Updating Genie Firmware).
no application connected to the camera
Once the Genie has its RJ45 connected to a network, the Status LED will turn to steady blue when the IP address is
assigned. Only at this time will it be possible by the GigE Server or any application to communicate with the
camera.
Note: Even if the Genie has obtained an IP address, it might be on a different subnet than the NIC it is attached to.
Therefore, if the Genie LED is blue but an application such as CamExpert can not see it, this indicates a network
configuration problem. See the troubleshooting section in this manual.
Typical LED States on Power Up
The following LED sequence occurs when the Genie is powered up connected to a network with installed Genie
Framework software.
Red
power connected
Flashing Blue
waiting for IP
Blue
IP assigned
Green
application
connected
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Genie IP Configuration Sequence
The Genie IP (Internet Protocol) Configuration sequence to assign an IP address is executed automatically on
camera power-up or when connected to a network. As a GigE Vision compliant device, Genie attempts to assign an
IP address as follows.
For any GigE Vision device, the IP configuration protocol sequence is:
Persistent IP (if enabled)
DHCP (if a DHCP server is present such as the DALSA smart DHCP server)
Link-Local Address (always enabled)
The factory defaults for Genie is Persistent IP disabled and DHCP enabled with LLA always enabled as per the
GigE Vision specification. For additional information see "Genie IP Configuration Mode Details" on page 91.
GigE Server Status
Once the Genie is assigned an IP address (its Status LED is steady blue) the GigE server tray icon will not have a
red X through it, indicating that the Genie device was found. It might take a few seconds for the GigE Server to
refresh its state after the Genie has obtained an IP address.
Right-click the GigE Server tray icon to open the following menu.
Click on Status to open a window listing all devices connected to the host system. Each GigE device is listed by
name along with important information such as the assigned IP address and device MAC address. The screen shot
below shows a connected Genie with no networking problems.
In the event that the device is physically connected, but the Sapera GigE Server icon is indicating that the connected
device is not recognized, click Scan Network to restart the discovery process. Note that the GigE server
periodically scans the network automatically to refresh its state. See "Troubleshooting" on page 119 for net
problems.
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Optimizing the Network Adapter used with Genie
Most Gigabit network interface controllers (NIC) allow user modifications to parameters such as Adapter Buffers
and Jumbo Frames. These should be optimized for use with the Genie during the installation. Refer to the DALSA
Network Imaging package manual for optimization information.
Running the Network Configuration Tool
The Network Configuration tool provides information and parameter adjustments for network adapters installed in
the system and any connected GigE Vision camera without use of any Windows Control Panel application. This tool
allows you to:
Activate the Network Imaging driver use for image acquisition on any NIC or disable the imaging driver
for any NIC not used with a GigE Vision camera.
Change the Auto Discovery Interval from the default of 15 seconds.
Configure the Windows firewall exception list.
Configure the NIC and camera IP settings.
Assign a User-Defined name to a connected camera .
Assign a Persistent IP address to a camera instead of the default DHCP/LLA assigned address.
Easily Configure the NIC as a DHCP server for connected GigE Vision camera.
Important: Any changes made with this tool will update the Genie flash memory. Do not remove power from the
Genie camera for a minimum 10 seconds. Then cycle the Genie power to load the new flash settings.
Refer to the DALSA Network Imaging package manual for more detailed information on using this tool. As shown
below, the Network Configuration tool can quickly verify and modify the network configuration of the imaging
system.
Run the tool from the Windows Start menu: Start•Programs•DALSA Sapera Network Imaging Package•Dalsa
Network Configuration Tool. Verify the camera appears as a child of the NIC card it is connected to. By default
the Genie camera is identified by its serial number if no user-defined name has been assigned.
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Updating Genie Firmware
The Genie firmware may need to be updated to correspond with the currently installed Genie software framework.
After installing the new Genie software package and Genie camera, update the firmware by following this
procedure.
Important: Make sure that no Sapera application (such as CamExpert) is controlling the Genie camera.
Start the DALSA Device Manager program from the windows start menu:
Start•Programs•DALSA•Genie•Firmware Update.
The right hand column shows whether a firmware update is Required or Not Required.
If an update is required, click on the Automatic button. The Update Firmware manager dialog opens and the
new firmware version is written to the Genie camera.
The manual button allows the user to select from multiple Genie firmware configuration files – if such files
become available for future operational modes.
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