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Camera Fiber-Link

Digital Camera Extension System

For models CFL-3000, CFL-4000, CFL-5000 and CFL-6000

Thinklogical, LLC®

100 Washington Street

Milford, Connecticut 06460 U.S.A.

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Copyright © 2012. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.
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Subject: Camera Fiber-Link Video Extension System - CFL3000, -4000, -5000, -6000
Revision: E, June 2012

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction 1

1.1 The Logical Solution 1

1.2 The Camera Fiber-Link System 1

1.2.1. Thinklogical® Camera Fiber-Link Models 3

1.2.2. Increased Security 4

1.2.3. Class 1 LASERs 4

2. System Features 5

2.1. General System Features 5

2.2. Hardware Features 6

2.2.1. CFL-3000 6

2.2.2. CFL-4000 7

2.2.3. CFL-5000 8

2.2.4. CFL-6000 9

2.2.5. Power Enhancement Kit (Optional) 9

2.2.6. DIN Rails (Optional) 9

2.3. Technical Specifications 10

3. Connecting the Camera Fiber-Link 12

3.1 Types of Connections 12

3.1.1. Fiber Cable 12

3.1.2. Digital Video Camera Side 12

3.1.3. Digital Video Frame Grabber Side 12

3.1.4 Serial Port 12

3.1.5 Camera Control 14

3.2. AC Power 14

3.2.1. Standard Version: 5V-12V 14

3.2.2. Industrial Version: 12V-24V 15

4. Order of Installation Events 15

4.1 CFL-3000 16

4.2 CFL-4000 17

4.3 CFL-5000 18

4.4 CFL-6000 19

5. Regulatory & Safety Compliance 20

5.1 Safety Requirements 20

5.1.1. Symbols Found On Our Products 20

5.1.2. Product Serial Number 20

5.1.3. Connection to the Product 20

5.2 Regulatory Compliance 20

5.2.1. North America 20

5.2.2. Australia & New Zealand 20

5.2.3. European Union 21

5.2.3.1. Declaration of Conformity 21

5.2.3.2. Standards With Which Our Products Comply 21

5.3 Supplementary Information 21

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6. How to Contact Us 22

6.1 Customer Support 22

6.1.1 Website 22

6.1.2 Email 23

6.1.3 Telephone 23

6.1.4 Fax 23

6.2 Product Support 24

6.2.1 Warranty 24

6.2.2 Return Authorization 24

6.2.3 Our Address 24

Table 1 Available Models 3
Table 2 Technical Specifications 10

Figure 1 Camera Fiber-Link and Cabling Application Drawing 2
Figure 2 Top & side views of CFL-3000 6
Figure 3 Top & side views of CFL-4000 7
Figure 4 Top & side views of CFL-5000 8
Figure 5 Top & side views of CFL-6000 9

Figure 6 Serial Port (RJ45) Connections 13
Figure 7 5V-12V Power Supply 14
Figure 8 12V-24V Power Supply 15
Figure 9 CFL-3000 Quick Start Diagram 16
Figure 10 CFL-4000 Quick Start Diagram 17

Figure 11 CFL-5000 Quick Start Diagram 18
Figure 12 CFL-6000 Quick Start Diagram 19
Figure 13 DB9/RJ45 Adapter Pin-outs 32
Figure 14 CFL Mounting Template 35

Appendix A Camera and Frame Grabber Compatibility Chart 26
Appendix B DB9/RJ45 Adapter Pin-outs 32
Appendix C Maximum Distances for Fiber Types 33
Appendix D Camera Fiber-Link Mounting Template 34

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1. Introduction

CAMERA

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BEFORE STARTING ANY PROCEDURE, IT IS RECOMMENDED

THAT YOU READ THE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY!

1.1. The Logical Solution

Process and machine monitoring, safety, security and surveillance applications often require that
remote cameras be positioned far from their controlling computers. Long distance image
transmission, security and resolution are top priorities in these and many other environments.
That’s why we’ve developed the Thinklogical® Camera Fiber-Link Extension System with the
Camera-Link® standard for high performance digital cameras and frame grabbers.

1.2. The Camera Fiber-Link System

The Camera Fiber-Link System uses a Camera Side Unit and a Frame Grabber Side Unit that are
connected by duplex, multi-mode fiber optic cables, allowing Camera Link video support up to 350
meters (1150 feet) from the host computer with no loss of signal or resolution and without the use
of amplifiers or repeaters of any kind. With industrial enhancements such as a threaded screw­lock input for standard 5V-12V input power, or for our 12V-24V input power, designed for rugged
industrial environments, the Camera Fiber-Link System is ideal for any application.

Conventions Used In This Manual

As you read this manual you will notice certain conventions that bring your attention to important
information. These are Notes and Warnings. Examples are shown below.

Note: Important Notes appear in blue text preceded by a yellow exclamation

point symbol, like this.

A note is meant to call the reader’s attention to helpful information at a point in the text that is
relevant to the subject being discussed.

Warning! Warnings appear in red text, followed by blue text, and preceded by a

red stop sign, like this.

A warning is meant to call the reader’s attention to critical information at a point in the text that is
relevant to the subject being discussed.

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CABLING: 50/125 um or 62.5/125 um, LC, SC or ST-type connector
CBL-000001-002M (CAT5)
CBL-000007-002M (MDR-26 M to M)
PWR-000022-R (AC to DC Converter-Standard +5VDC)

Figure 1: Thinklogical® Camera Fiber-Link-4000 Cabling Application Drawing

The Camera Fiber-Link System from Thinklogical® allows the placement of a digital camera up to
350 meters (1150 feet) from the controlling computer without loss of resolution. Traditional copper
cables are typically limited to 10 meters (32.81 feet) or less in such applications.

Each Base or Medium/Full Camera Fiber-Link System includes a transmitter and receiver chassis
connected by multi-mode fiber optic cables at ports L1 and L2.* The Medium/Full System requires
a third, multi-mode fiber optic cable at port L3. The Frame Grabber unit connects directly to the
computer and the Camera unit connects directly to the digital camera, each with a 2 meter
Camera Link MDR-26 male-to-male cable (both included).

Note: 350 meters (1150 feet) is the standard maximum distance for a continuous
50/125, 1000 MHz-km fiber. See Appendix D (pg. 34) for the maximum allowable distances
of other fiber types.

*The multi-mode fibers used with the CFL-4000 must be of equal length.

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1.2.1. Thinklogical® Camera Fiber-Link Models

Part Number

Description

CFL-3000

CFL-000S03-SCRX

Camera Fiberlink 3000, Frame Grabber, Single Mode, SC/APC

CFL-000S03-SCTX

Camera Fiberlink 3000, Camera, Single Mode, SC/APC

VOP-S05

Camera Fiberlink 3000 Optics Option for TX or RX, Single Mode, Dual Fiber, 40km

CFL-000M03-LCRX

Camera Fiberlink 3000, Base Frame Grabber Side, Multi-Mode, LC

CFL-000M03-LCTX

Camera Fiberlink 3000, Base Camera Side, Multi-Mode, LC

CFL-000M03-SCRX

Camera Fiberlink 3000, Base Frame Grabber Side, Multi-Mode, SC

CFL-000M03-SCTX

Camera Fiberlink 3000, Base Camera Side, Multi-Mode, SC

CFL-000M03-STRX

Camera Fiberlink 3000, Base Frame Grabber Side, Multi-Mode, ST

CFL-000M03-STTX

Camera Fiberlink 3000, Base Camera Side, Multi-Mode, ST

VOP-M04

Camera Fiberlink 3000 Optics Option for TX or RX, Multi-Mode, Dual Fiber, 50M, 350M or 1000M, LC

VOP-M01

Camera Fiberlink 3000 Optics Option for TX or RX, Multi-Mode, Dual Fiber, 50M, 350M or 1000M, SC or ST

CFL-4000

CFL-000S04-SCRX

Camera Fiberlink 4000, Full Frame Grabber, Single Mode, SC/APC

CFL-000S04-SCTX

Camera Fiberlink 4000, Full Frame Grabber, Single Mode, SC/APC

VOP-S05

Camera Fiberlink 4000 Optics Option for TX or RX, Single Mode,3 Fibers, 40km

CFL-000M04-LCRX

Camera Fiberlink 4000, Full Frame Grabber Side, Multi-Mode, LC

CFL-000M04-LCTX

Camera Fiberlink 4000, Full Camera Side, Multi-Mode, LC

CFL-000M04-SCRX

Camera Fiberlink 4000, Full Frame Grabber Side, Multi-Mode, SC

CFL-000M04-SCTX

Camera Fiberlink 4000, Full Camera Side, Multi-Mode, SC

CFL-000M04-STRX

Camera Fiberlink 4000, Full Frame Grabber Side, Multi-Mode, ST

CFL-000M04-STTX

Camera Fiberlink 4000, Full Camera Side, Multi-Mode, ST

VOP-M05

Camera Fiberlink 4000 Optics Option for TX or RX, Multi-Mode, 3 Fibers, 50M, 350M or 1000M, LC

VOP-M02

Camera Fiberlink 4000 Optics Option for TX or RX, Multi-Mode, 3 Fibers, 50M, 350M or 1000M, SC or ST

CFL-5000

CFL-000S05-SCRX

Camera Fiberlink 5000, Industrial Frame Grabber, Single Mode, SC/APC

CFL-000S05-SCTX

Camera Fiberlink 5000, Industrial Frame Grabber, Single Mode, SC/APC

VOP-S08

Camera Fiberlink 4000 Optics Option for RX, Single Mode, 3 Fibers, 40km

CFL-000M05-LCRX

Camera Fiberlink 5000, Industrial Dual Base Frame Grabber Side, Multi-Mode, LC

CFL-000M05-LCTX

Camera Fiberlink 5000, Industrial Dual Base Camera Side, Multi-Mode, LC

CFL-000M05-SCRX

Camera Fiberlink 5000, Industrial Dual Base Frame Grabber Side, Multi-Mode, SC

CFL-000M05-SCTX

Camera Fiberlink 5000, Industrial Dual Base Camera Side, Multi-Mode, SC

CFL-000M05-STRX

Camera Fiberlink 5000, Industrial Dual Base Frame Grabber Side, Multi-Mode, ST

CFL-000M05-STTX

Camera Fiberlink 5000, Industrial Dual Base Camera Side, Multi-Mode, ST

VOP-M05

Camera Fiberlink 5000 Optics Option for TX or RX, Multi-Mode, 3 Fibers, 50M, 350M or 1000M, LC

VOP-M02

Camera Fiberlink 5000 Optics Option for TX or RX, Multi-Mode, 3 Fibers, 50M, 350M or 1000M, SC or ST

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CFL-6000

CFL-000S06-SCRX

Camera Fiberlink 6000, High Speed Dual Base Frame Grabber, Single Mode, SC/APC

VOP-S15

Camera Fiberlink 4000 Optics Option for TX or RX, Single Mode, 4 Fibers, 40km

CFL-000M06-LCRX

Camera Fiberlink 6000, High Speed Dual Base Frame Grabber Side, Multi-Mode, LC

CFL-000M06-SCRX

Camera Fiberlink 5000, High Speed Dual Base Frame Grabber Side, Multi-Mode, SC

CFL-000M06-STRX

Camera Fiberlink 5000, High Speed Dual Base Frame Grabber Side, Multi-Mode, ST

VOP-S17

Camera Fiberlink 6000 Optics Option for TX or RX, Multi-Mode, 4 Fibers, 50M, 350M or 1000M, LC

VOP-S16

Camera Fiberlink 6000 Optics Option for TX or RX, Multi-Mode, 4 Fibers, 50M, 350M or 1000M, SC or ST

CLASS 1 LASERS do not require any special
precautions under conditions of normal use.

Table 1: Available Models

To complement its line of Camera Fiber-Link extenders, Thinklogical® also offers high perform­ance USB 2.0 and Firewire 800 Camera Extenders. To contact a Thinklogical® sales represent­ative for details, see the “How to Contact Us” section of this manual (pg. 22).

1.2.2. Increased Security

Thinklogical’s® Camera Fiber-Link Systems are designed for high-resolution camera extension
applications. The ability to position the cameras far from the CPU allows better control and
security for your source equipment, which is especially important in applications where the
cameras must be located in harsh, industrial or non-secured environments.

Remote Mounting

Each Camera Fiber-Link module can be used as a desk top or wall-mounted
device. Mounting centers are provided with keyhole slots.

(For vertical wall-mounting, it is recommended that you orient the unit with
the fiber cables and power connector at the top and MDR-26 and RJ45
connectors at the bottom.)

A mounting template is provided in Appendix D (pg. 34) for your convenience.

1.2.3. Class 1 LASERs

The Camera Fiber-Link system is designed and identified as a Class 1 LASER product.

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2. Product Features

2.1 System Features

Each Camera Fiber-Link System includes the following features:

 Supports all Camera-Link base (to full) configurations with pixel clocks 20-85 MHz
 Supports 1 dual-base or 2 individual-base cameras (CFL-5000 and CFL-6000)
 Fiber Count: CFL-3000 – 2 fibers

CFL-4000 – 3 fibers
CFL-5000 – 3 fibers
CFL-6000 – 4 fibers

 Extend camera signals up to 350 meters (1150 feet) using standard multi-mode fiber
 Transparent Camera-Link® operation
 Compact design: Units are self-contained and do not require user adjustments

HOUSING DIMENSIONS: 8.875” long x 5.44” wide x 1.19” high

(225.425 mm x 138.13 mm x 30.16 mm high)

 Signal transmission via fiber optic cable – no RF interference
 Serial Port (RJ45) with RS-232 Interface
 Class 1 laser product
 Screw lock (threaded) power connector
 Chassis ground post
 Compatible with user’s own DC input
 Customer supplied power 5V-12V

Power Enhancement Kit (optional)

 Customer supplied power 12V-24V

Industrial Enhancement Kit (optional)

 DIN rail connectors for mounting

Indicator LEDs

 The Green LED near the power connector is lit when appropriate power is

connected to the power in port.

 The Red LED is lit solid (near the camera link connectors) when there is a loss of

signal on the fiber.

 The Red LED blinks if the fiber is installed properly but there is no clock from the

camera present.

 The Red LED is OFF when the unit is receiving appropriate signals.

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2.2. Hardware Features

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2.2.1. CFL-3000

The CFL-3000 Extender supports camera signals and serial connections (both the SerTFG and

SerTC within the MDR cable, and three pairs of RS-232 lines). The CFL-3000 supports Base
configurations and requires two fibers. Each unit is housed in a compact, metal enclosure
(7.00” x 5.44” x 1.19”). The CFL-3000 is available with SC-, ST- or LC-type fiber optic connectors.

Figure 2: CFL-3000 Camera Side (CFL-000M03-SCTX) and Frame Grabber Side (CFL-000M03-SCRX)

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2.2.2. CFL-4000

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The CFL-4000 Extender supports camera signals and serial connections (both the SerTFG and

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metal chassis (7.00” x 5.44” x 1.19”). The CFL-4000 is available with SC-, ST- or LC-type fiber
optic connectors.

Figure 3: CFL-4000 Camera Side (CFL-000M04-SCTX) and Frame Grabber Side (CFL-000M04-SCRX)

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The CFL-5000 Extender supports camera signals and serial connections (both the SerTFG and

SerTC within the MDR cable, and three pairs of RS-232 lines). The CFL-5000 supports one or two
base Camera-Link cameras or one dual-base Camera-Link camera configurations. Each unit is
housed in a compact, metal enclosure (7.00” x 5.44” x 1.19”). The CFL-5000 is available with SC­(standard), ST- or LC-type fiber optic connectors.

Figure 4: CFL-5000 Camera Side (CFL-000M05-SCTX) and Frame Grabber Side (CFL-000M05-SCRX)

Each CFL-5000 configuration requires three fibers. The Camera Side Unit receives data from
each camera and converts the data into optical signals. These signals are sent to the CFL-5000
Frame Grabber Side Unit, which in turn converts the optical signals into video data and sends
them to the one dual-base frame grabber (CPU).

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2.2.4. CFL-6000

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The CFL-6000 Dual Camera Fiber-Link Receiver is a unique component designed for users who

have two cameras in different locations and where space is a concern. The Dual CFL-6000 Frame
Grabber receives optical data from two CFL-3000 Camera Side transmitters (over two optical
fibers each) and converts them back into video data to send out to a frame grabber base (CPU).
Each unit is housed in a compact, metal enclosure (7.00” x 5.44” x 1.19”). The CFL-6000 is
available with SC- (standard), ST- or LC-type fiber optic connectors.

2.2.5. Power Enhancement Kit (Optional)

The entire line of Thinklogical® Camera Fiber-Link Extenders features industrial enhancements,
including a screw lock (threaded) input-power connector designed to meet the needs of a rugged
industrial environment. The CFL-5000 and CFL-6000 models are available with input power
ranges of 5-12V (standard) or 12-24V (industrial). Users can also choose to use their own DC
input. A chassis ground post is included.

2.2.6 DIN Rails (Optional)

Each unit features DIN rail connectors for easy mounting, making it is possible to position your
cameras in any setting while keeping the computer in a secure location. (A mounting template is
included in Appendix D, pg. 34 for your convenience.)

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Electrical Cable

(supplied with

system)

CFL-3000: (1) CBL000007-002MR MDR-26 male cable, 2 meters

(1) KIT-000013 CAMERALINK W/RJ45 adapter/cable kit
CFL-4000: (2) CBL000007-002MR MDR-26 male CABLE, 2 meters

(1) KIT-000013 CAMERALINK W/RJ45 adapter/cable kit
CFL-5000: (2) CBL000007-002MR MDR-26 male CABLE, 2 meters

(1) KIT-000013 CAMERALINK W/RJ45 adapter/cable kit
CFL-6000: (2) CBL000007-002MR MDR-26 male CABLE, 2 meters

(1) KIT-000013 CAMERALINK W/RJ45 adapter/cable kit
KIT-000013 contains the following:

(1) ADP-000007 DB9M TO RJ45F Adapter
(1) ADP-000008 DB9F TO RJ45F Adapter
(2) CBL000001-002MR CAT5 cable assembly, 2 meters

For Adapter Pin-outs, see Appendix B, pg. 32.

Serial

RJ45 (DB9M to RJ45 and DB9F to RJ45 adapters included)

Protocol

Camera Link compliant (supports base/medium/full configurations)

Indicators

Two LEDs on each Camera Fiber-Link module:
Loss of Signal [LOS] (Red ON if no signal)
(Red BLINKS if no camera is connected)
(Red OFF for good connection)

Power (Green ON when power is applied)

Optical Cable

Fiber Count:

CFL-3000 (Base): 2
CFL-4000 (Full/Medium/Base): 3
CFL-5000 (Dual Base): 3
CFL-6000 (Dual Base RX): 4

Fiber Type: Multi-mode, 50/125um or 62.5/125um SC-type connectors
Fiber Connector Type: SC Standard / ST or LC Optional
Maximum Fiber Distance: See Appendix C, pg. 33

(Fiber Cable is either customer-supplied or ordered from Thinklogical)

2.3. Technical Specifications

Each Thinklogical® Camera Fiber-Link System is designed to the following specifications:

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LASER Output

850 nanometers

Operating Temp

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0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F), 5 to 95% RH, non-condensing

Pixel Clock

20 to 85 MHz

Bit Assignments

CFL-3000/CFL-5000/CFL-6000: Supports Base Configurations
CFL-4000: Supports Full/Medium/Base Configurations

Camera/Frame

Grabber Connector

CFL-3000: Camera Side -- (1) MDR-26 (supports Base only)
Frame Grabber Side -- (1) MDR-26 (supports Base only)
CFL-4000: Camera Side -- (2) MDR-26 (supports Full/Medium/Base)
Frame Grabber Side -- (2) MDR-26 (supports Full/Medium/Base)
CFL-5000: Camera Side -- (2) MDR-26 (supports Base only)
Frame Grabber Side -- (2) MDR-26 (supports Base only)
CFL-6000: Camera Side 1-- (1) MDR-26 (supports Base only)
Camera Side 2 -- (1) MDR-26 (supports Base only)
Frame Grabber Side -- (2) MDR-26 (supports Base only)

Dimensions

CFL-3000, CFL-4000, CFL-5000 and CFL-6000:

7.0” x 5.44” x 1.19”
(177.80 x 138.13mm x 30.23mm)

Weights

Weight: 1 lb. per unit
Shipping Weight: 6 lbs.

Power Supply

Standard 5-12V: Supplied universal external power supply equipped with

threaded screw lock connector for each side.
Industrial 12-24V: Supplied universal external power supply equipped

with threaded screw lock connector for each side.

AC Adapter

Standard Version: Wall Mount (PWR-000022-R)

Input 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz
Industrial Version: Desktop (PWR-000033-R)

Input 90-264VAC, 47-63Hz,

DC Current

Camera Side: 1.5A, steady state; 2.5A, peak
Frame Grabber Side: 1.5A, steady state; 2.5A, peak

AC Power

Consumption

Camera Side: Initial Power Draw: 10W
Typical Input Power: 4.0W to 4.5W

Frame Grabber Side: Initial Power Draw: 10W
Typical Input Power: 3.75W to 4.5W

Warranty

12 months from date of purchase.

Extended warranties available at time of purchase.

Table 2: Technical Specifications

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3. Connecting the Camera Fiber-Link

BEFORE STARTING ANY PROCEDURE, IT IS RECOMMENDED

THAT YOU READ THE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY!

3.1 Types of Connections

3.1.1. Fiber Cable

Either two (Base version) or three (Medium/Full version) fiber optic cables will connect the
Frame Grabber Unit (near the CPU) and the Camera Side Unit (near the camera). The

standard simplex and/or duplex, multi-mode fiber cables must be 50 or 62.5 micron, term­inated with an SC-, ST- or LC-type connector and no longer than 1150 running feet (350
meters). A single-mode fiber version is also available that can extend up to 40 kilometers.

Be careful to not kink or pinch the fiber cable as it is being installed and keep all bend radii to no
less than 3 inches (76.2mm). Be sure to dress the cable to prevent it from being crushed,
pinched or otherwise damaged.

Note: For CFL- 4000 and CFL- 5000 Units it is necessary that the multi-mode

fiber on L1 and L2 to be of equal length.

Note: The Camera Fiber-Link is available with SC-, ST- or LC-type fiber

connectors upon request.

Note: 350 meters (1150 feet) is the standard maximum distance for a
continuous fiber type of 50/125, 1000MHz-km. See Appendix D (pg. 34) for
maximum distances of other fiber types.

3.1.2. Digital Video Camera Side

The Camera Side unit connects to your video camera using a supplied MDR-26 male-to-male
cable (CBL-000007-002M). The Base version includes one cable and the Medium/Full version
includes two.

3.1.3. Digital Video Frame Grabber Side

The Frame Grabber Side unit connects to your controlling computer’s Frame Grabber with a
supplied MDR-26 male-to-male cable (CBL-000007-002M). The Base version includes one
cable and the Medium/Full version includes two.

3.1.4. Serial Port

Both the Camera Side unit and the Frame Grabber Side unit have a serial port (RJ45
connector). This RS-232 interface connects to any external sensor, external lighting, etc., using

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the supplied CAT5 Cable Assembly (CBL-000001-002M). A DB9M to RJ45F and a DB9F to
RJ45F adapter is included with KIT-000033 (Fig. 6, pg. 13).

The serial port on the CFL-6000 varies from the CFL-3000, CFL-4000, and CFL-5000 systems
in that serial data from the PC is broadcast to both Camera Side units (transmitters). However,
serial data to the PC only comes from Camera 1 on the Camera Side (transmitter 1).

 Serial Port communications are sampled at approximately 32 MHz going from the

Camera to Frame Grabber (RX, DSR, CTS)

 Serial Port communications are sampled at 97 MHz going from the Frame grabber to the

Camera (RTS, TX, DTX).

The pin-outs for the Serial Port (RJ45 connector) are as follows:

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Figure 6: Diagram showing the serial connections used as data terminal connections

and the included DB9 to RJ45 adapters. Other uses are also possible using each signal
to control a function at the camera end, such as lighting, sensors, etc.

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3.1.5. Camera Control

Communications from the Camera to the Frame Grabber, SerTFG—Differential pair with serial
communications to the frame grabber, are sampled at 97 MHz.

Communications from the Frame Grabber to the Camera, SerTC—Differential pair with serial
communications to the camera, are Sampled at 97 MHz.

Camera Controls 1-4 (CC1, CC2, CC3 and CC4) are sampled at 97 MHz.

3.2. AC Power

3.2.1. Standard Version: 5V-12V

Separate wall-pack AC-to-DC converters (Part Number PWR-000022-R) are included. A power
jack is provided on both units and accepts the +5VDC input. The green power LED will light
when the unit is receiving power.

The AC wall pack has a universal power rating (100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz) and comes with slip­on, interchangeable adapters for various AC power receptacles found throughout the world.
Use the appropriate AC power wall plug adapter for your country/location.

Figure 7: A 5V–12V Power Supply is provided with each Camera Fiber-Link unit.

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3.2.2 Industrial Version: 12V-24V

BEFORE STARTING ANY PROCEDURE, IT IS RECOMMENDED

THAT YOU READ THE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY!

For the Industrial Power Input Option, separate desktop AC-to-DC converters (Part Number
PWR-000033-R) are included. A power jack is provided on both units and accepts the +12VDC
input. The green power LED will light when the unit is receiving power.

The AC desktop power pack has a universal power rating (90-264 VAC, 47-63 Hz) and is also
supplied with a country-specific, industry standard AC Power Cord.

A separate +5V (CON-000120-R) or +12V (CON-000119-R) threaded screw-lock connector
is available for customers who prefer to use their own power source.

Figure 8: Two 12V–24V Desktop Power Supplies are provided with each Industrial

Version Camera Fiber-Link System.

4. Order of Installation Events

The following pages contain Quick Start Guides for each of the four CFL models available

from Thinklogical®. Each guide contains specific information about the contents of your
Camera Fiber-Link System, as well as order of installation events and detailed connection
instructions.

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4.1. CFL-3000 (Figure 9)

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4.2. CFL-4000 (Figure 10)

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4.3 CFL-5000 (Figure 11)

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4.4. CFL-6000 (Figure 12)

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5. Regulatory & Safety Compliance

5.1. Safety Requirements

5.1.1. Symbols Found On Our Products

Markings and labels on our products follow industry-standard conventions. Regulatory markings
found on the products comply with accepted industry requirements.

5.1.2. Product Serial Number

Camera Fiber-Link products have a unique serial number printed on a label on the bottom of the
chassis. The serial number includes a manufacturer’s date-code. The format for the date-code
is 2-digits each for the month, the day and the year, and two or three digits for a unique unit
number. This serial number is also found on the original shipping carton.

5.1.3. Connection to the Product

Connections and installation hardware for all of our products use industry-standard devices and
methods wherever possible. All wiring connections to the customers’ equipment are designed
to minimize proprietary or customized connectors or cabling. Power connections are made with
regionally appropriate power cords and approved methods.

5.2 Regulatory Compliance

Thinklogical® Camera Fiber-Link products are designed and made in the U.S.A. Camera Fiber-

Link products have been tested by a nationally recognized testing laboratory and found to be
compliant with the following standards (both domestic USA and many international locations).

Warning! This is a Class 1 product. In a domestic environment this product may

cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take corrective
measures.

5.2.1. North America

These products comply with the following standards:

Safety UL60950:2000

CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-00

LASER Safety CDRH 21CFR 1040.10

Class 1 LASER Product

Electromagnetic Interference FCC CFR47, Part 15, Class 1

Industry Canada ICES-003 Issue 2, Revision 1

5.2.2. Australia & New Zealand

This is a Class 1 product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference,
in which case the user may be required to take corrective measures.

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5.2.3. European Union

5.2.3.1. Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer’s Name & Address: Thinklogical, LLC®

100 Washington Street
Milford, Connecticut 06460 USA
Telephone [phone]

Product Name:

Camera Fiber-Link Video Extension System

These products comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 72/23/EEC and the
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.

5.2.3.2. Standards with Which Our Products Comply

Safety

 IEC60950:1992+A1, A2, A3, A4, A11

LASER Safety

 IEC60825:2001 Parts 1 and 2
 Class 1 LASER Product

Electromagnetic Emissions

 EN55022: 1994 (IEC/CSPIR22: 1993)
 EN61000-3-2/A14: 2000
 EN61000-3-3: 1994

Electromagnetic Immunity

 EN55024: 1998 Information Technology Equipment-Immunity Characteristics
 EN61000-4-2: 1995 Electro-Static Discharge Test
 EN61000-4-3: 1996 Radiated Immunity Field Test
 EN61000-4-4: 1995 Electrical Fast Transient Test
 EN61000-4-5: 1995 Power Supply Surge Test
 EN61000-4-6: 1996 Conducted Immunity Test
 EN61000-4-8: 1993 Magnetic Field Test
 EN61000-4-11: 1994 Voltage Dips & Interrupts Test

5.3. Supplementary Information

The following statements may be appropriate for certain geographical regions and might not
apply to your location.

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Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class 1 digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is

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operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can

Thank you for choosing Thinklogical® products for your application.

We appreciate your business and are dedicated to helping you successfully use our products.

is always here to help you.

To contact us, please use the following telephone numbers and internet-based methods:

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radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause harmful interference in
which case the user may be required to correct the interference.

Note: This Class 1 digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and has
been verified as compliant within the Class 1 limits of the FCC Radio Frequency
Device Rules (FCC Title 47, Part 15, Subpart B CLASS 1), measured to CISPR 22:
1993 limits and methods of measurement of Radio Disturbance Characteristics of
Information Technology Equipment.

This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigencies du Règlement sur le maté
rial brouilleur du Canada.

6. How to Contact Us

6.1. Customer Support

Thinklogical® is an engineering company and you will receive any assistance you may

require directly from our most knowledgeable engineers. We believe that the first line of
support is the design engineer that developed a particular product, and therefore, your
questions will be handled promptly by our in-house engineers who are most familiar with
your products.

6.1.1. Website

Check out our website for current product offerings, support information and general information
about all of the products we offer.

Our internet website offers product information on all current systems, including technical
specification sheets and installation guides (for viewing online or for download), product
diagrams showing physical connections and other helpful information.

Internet: www.thinklogical.com

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Note: Most online documents are stored as Adobe Acrobat “PDF” files. If you do
not have the Adobe Acrobat reader needed to view PDF files, visit www.adobe.com for a
download.

6.1.2. Email

Thinklogical® is staffed Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm, Eastern Time Zone.
We will do our best to respond to your email inquiries promptly. Please use the following email
addresses for your specific needs:

 [e-mail] – Information about Thinklogical® and our products.
 [e-mail] – Sales Department - Orders, questions or issues.
 [e-mail] – Product support, technical issues/questions, product repairs

and request for Return Merchandise Authorization.

6.1.3. Telephone

 Sales: Contact our expert sales staff in Milford, CT at 1-203-647-8700 or in the continental

US, use our toll-free number: 1-800-291-3211. We are here Monday through Friday from
8:30am to 5:00pm, Eastern Time Zone. Ask for your representative’s direct-dial phone
number when you call.

 Product Support: Contact our Product Support Staff in Milford, CT at 1-203-647-8700.

The support lines are manned Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, Eastern Time
Zone.

 International Sales: Contact our US sales staff in Milford, CT at 1-203-647-8700. We are

here Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, Eastern Time Zone (same as New York
City). If leaving a voice message, please let us know the best time to call back so we may
reach you at your convenience.

Our switchboard attendant will direct your call during regular business hours. We have an
automated attendant answering our main telephone switchboard after regular business hours
and holidays. You can leave a voice message for an individual at any time. All of our sales
representatives have direct phone numbers for your convenience.

6.1.4. Fax

Our company facsimile number is 1-203-783-9949. Please indicate the nature of the fax on
your cover sheet and provide return contact information.

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6.2. Product Support

Thinklogical’s® support personnel are available Monday through Friday from 8:30am to

5:00pm, Eastern Time Zone. If your application requires assistance at some time outside of our
normal business hours, please contact us beforehand, if possible, and we will do our best to
accommodate your schedule.

6.2.1. Limited Warranty Information

Thinklogical, LLC® (“Thinklogical”) warrants this product against defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of delivery (ordinary wear and tear
excluded). This limited warranty does not cover defects resulting from (i) use of the product
other than as described in the applicable documentation for the product; (ii) modifications to or
repairs of the product that are made by any party other than Thinklogical or a party acting on

Thinklogical’s behalf, or (iii) combination of the product with third party products that is not

consented to by Thinklogical. Occurrences of events described in (i) – (iii) shall void the
foregoing warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.

Except for the express warranty set forth above, to the fullest extent permitted under
applicable law, Thinklogical, LLC® and its suppliers disclaim any and all other warranties,
express and implied, including without limitation the implied warranties of
merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title and non-infringement.

If the defective product is returned to the authorized dealer within one (1) year of the delivery
date, repair or replacement of the product will be made. Repairs may be made with refurbished
parts. If repair or replacement is not possible, Thinklogical may keep the defective product and

refund the amount that you paid for the defective product. These are Thinklogical’s sole

obligations, and your exclusive remedies, for a breach of the limited warranty set forth above.

6.2.2 Return Authorization
To return a defective product, contact the Thinklogical® authorized dealer from whom you

purchased the product. Do not return a product directly to Thinklogical without prior author­ization from your dealer.

If you have received prior authorization from your dealer and are returning a product directly to
Thinklogical:

1. Contact your sales representative, or call Customer Support at 1-800-291–3211 or
1-203-647–8700.

2. Describe the defect with the product and Customer Support will issue a Return
Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA#).

3. Pack the product in its original carton, if possible, and write the RMA number on the box.

4. Return the product to:

Thinklogical, LLC®
Attn: RMA# [Insert the RMA# issued to you, by Thinklogical, here.]
100 Washington Street
Milford, CT 06460 USA

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6.2.3. Our Address

If you have any issues with your product, have product questions or need technical assistance
with your Thinklogical® system, please call us at

1-800-291-3211 (USA only) or
1-203-647-8700

If you’d like to write us, our mailing address is:

Thinklogical, LLC®
100 Washington Street
Milford, CT 06460 USA

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Appendix A: Camera and Frame Grabber

Cameras and Frame Grabbers Tested

with Thinklogical® Camera-Link Extender

Manufacturer

Model

Bits/pixel

Taps

Clock
(MHz)

Adimec

Adimec-1000m/S

8 or 10

1

40

Adimec

Adimec-1000m/D

8 or 10

2

40

Adimec

Adimec-1600m/S

8, 10 or 12

1

40

Adimec

Adimec-1600m/D

8,10 or 12

2

40

Adimec

Adimec-2000m/S

8,10 or 12

1

40

Adimec

Adimec-2000m/D

8,10 or 12

2

40

Adimec

Adimec-4000m/S

8,10 or 12

1

40

Adimec

Adimec-4000m/D

8,10 or 12

2

40

Adimec

Adimec-4020m/S

8, 10 or 12

1

40

Adimec

Adimec-4020m/D

8,10 or 12

2

40

Adimec

Adimec-1000c/S

8, 10 or 12

1

40

Adimec

Adimec-1000c/D

8, 10 or 12

2

40

Adimec

Adimec-1600c/S

8, 10 or 12

1

40

Adimec

Adimec-1600c/D

8, 10 or 12

2

40

Adimec

Adimec-2000c/S

8, 10 or 12

1

40

Adimec

Adimec-2000c/D

8, 10 or 12

2

40

Adimec

Adimec-4020c/S

8, 10 or 12

1

40

Adimec

Adimec-1000m/S

8 or 10

1

40

Atmel

AVIIVA C2 CL 4010

8 or 12

2

60

Atmel

AVIIVA SC2 CL 4010

8/10 or 12

2

60

Atmel

AViiVA M2 CL 0514

8/10 or 12

2

60

Atmel

AViiVA M2 CL 201x

8/10 or 12

2

60

Atmel

AViiVA M2 CL 4010

8/10 or 12

2

60

Atmel

AViiVA SM2 CL 0514

8/10 or 12

2

60

Atmel

AViiVA SM2 CL 201x

8/10 or 12

2

60

Atmel

AViiVA M4 CL 2014

8 or 12

2

60/120

Atmel

AViiVA M4 CL 6007

8 or 12

4

80/160

Atmel

AViiVA M4 CL 8007

8 or 12

4

80/160

Atmel

CAMELIA 8M C1

8/10 or 12

1

25

Atmel

CAMELIA 8M M1

8/10 or 12

1

25

Atmel

ATMOS 1M60

8/10 or 12

2

75

Atmel

ATMOS 1M30

8/10 or 12

2

37.5

Compatibility Chart

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Cameras and Frame Grabbers Tested

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Manufacturer

Model

Bits/pixel

Taps

Clock

(MHz)

Basler

L103k

8 or 10

2

20 per tap

Basler

L301KC/F

8 or 10

1

60

Basler

A202K

10 2 40

Basler

A404K

8 or 10

8

50

Basler

A501k 8 1

50

Basler

A504KC

8

10

67

Cohu

7700

10 1 40

Cohu

7800 8 1

40

Cohu

7900

10 1 40

Chromasens

Aleos MCS 1k

8 1 60

Chromasens

Aleos MCS 2k

8 1 60

Chromasens

Aleos MCS 4k

8 1 60

Chromasens

Aleos MCS 7k

8 1 60

Dalsa

Dalstar DS-21-02M30

8 or 10

2

40 per tap

Dalsa

Dalstar DS-22-2M30

8 or 10

2

40 per tap

Dalsa

Falcon 1.4M100

8 or 10

2

80

Dalsa

Piranha2 P2-2X

8 or 10

2

40 per tap

Dalsa

Piranha Color 2K and 4K

24 or 36

3, 4, or 6

60 or 80

Dalsa

P2-4x-08k40

8 or 10

4

40

Dalsa

HS-40-04K40

8,12 4 40

Dalsa

HS-80-08K40

8,12 8 40

Dalsa

HS-80-08K80

8,12 8 40

Dalsa

HS-4X-02K30

8,10 4 30

Dalsa

Pantera SA 2M30 Camera
DS-21-02M30 (1600x1200,
mono)

8 or 10

2

40

Dalsa

Pantera SA 2M30 Camera
DS-22-02M30 (1600x1200, color)

8 or 10

2

40

Dalsa

Pantera SA 2M30 Camera
DS-24-02M30 (1920x1080,
mono)

8 or 10

2

40

Dalsa

Pantera SA 2M30 Camera
DS-25-02M30 (1920x1080, color)

8 or 10

2

40

Dalsa

Pantera SA 4M15 Camera
DS-2x-04M15

8 or 10

2

40

Dalsa

Pantera TF DS-21-01M60

8,10,12

2

40

Dalsa

Pantera TF DS-1A-01M30

8,10,12

1

40

Dalsa

Pantera TF 11M4 PT-2x-11M04

8,10,12,14

2

36

Dalsa

Pantera TF 6M8 PT-2x-06M08

8,10,12,14

2

36

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Cameras and Frame Grabbers Tested

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Manufacturer

Model

Bits/pixel

Taps

Clock
(MHz)

Dalsa

PT-21-04M30

10 2 40

Dalsa

PT-21-04M60

10 4 40

Dalsa

P2-4X

8 or 10

4

40

Dalsa

P2-80-12K40

8 8 40

Dalsa

P3-80-XX

8,12 8 40

Dalsa

S2-1X-XX

8 or 10

1

40

Dalsa

P2-42-06K40

8 4 40

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SU320KT

12 1 24.4

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SU320KTX

12 1 24.4

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SU3420KTS

12 1 24.4

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SU320KTSW

12 1 24.4

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SU640SDV

14

1

43.956

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SU64OSDX

14

1

43.956

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SU64OSDW

14

4

43.956

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SU64OSDSE

14

1

43.956

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SULDV-512LX

14 4 40

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SULDV-256LX

14 2 40

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SULDV-512LD

14 2 40

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SULDV-256LS

14 2 40

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SULDV-1024LE

14 2 40

GOODRICH / Sensors Unlimited

SULDV-512LSI

14 2 40

Imperx

IPX-VGA90

8 or 10

1

40

Imperx

IPX-VGA120

8 or 10

1

40

Imperx

IPX-VGA210

8 or 10

2

40

Imperx

IPX-1M48

8 or 10

2

40

Imperx

IPX-2M30

8 or 10

2

40

Imperx

IPX-2M30H

8 or 10

2

40

Imperx

IPX-4M15

8 or 10

2

40

Imperx

IPX-11M5

8 or 10

2

28

Imperx

MDC-1004

12 2 40

Imperx

MDC-1600

12 2 40

Imperx

MDC-1920

12 2 40

Imperx

MDC-2048

12 2 40

Imperx

MDC-4000

12 2 28

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Cameras and Frame Grabbers Tested

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Manufacturer

Model

Bits/pixel

Taps

Clock
(MHz)

JAI

CV-A10CL

8 or 10

1

36.15

JAI

CV-A20CL

8 or 10

1

60

JAI

CV-A70CL

8 or 10

1

36.15

JAI

CV-L107CL

8 or 10

2

40

JAI

CV-M2CL

8 or 10

1

40

JAI

CV-M7+CL

8 or 10

1

40.49

JAI

CV-M71CL

8 or 10

1

36.5

JAI

CV-M8CL

8 or 10

1

40

JAI

CV-M9CL

8 or 10

2

33.75

MIKROTRON

MC1302/03

8 or 10

2

66

MIKROTRON

MC1310

8 8 85

MIKROTRON

MC1310/11

8 8 85

Photonfocus

MV-D752-160-CL-8

8 2 80

Photonfocus

MV-D1024-160-CL-8

8 2 80

PCO

pco.1200

10 2 80

PCO

pco.2000

14 2 80

PCO

pco.4000

14 2 80

Pulnix

TM-1020-15CL

8 or 10

1

20

Pulnix

TM-1325CL

8 or 10

1

27.5/55

Pulnix

TM-1402CL

8 or 10

1

25/50

Pulnix

TM-2016-8CL

8 or 10

1

20

Pulnix

TMC-4100CL

8 or 10

1

40

Pulnix

TM6710CL

8 or 10

1

25.49

Pulnix

TM-6730CL

8 or 10

1

12.5

Pulnix

TM-6740CL

8 or 10

1

40

Pulnix

TM-6760CL

8 or 10

1

12.5 or 25

Pulnix

TM-9730CL

8 or 10

1

14.32

Pulnix

TMC-1325CL

8 or 10

1

27.5 or 55

Pulnix

TMC-1402CL

8 or 10

1

25 or 50

Pulnix

TMC-4100CL

8 or 10

1

40

Pulnix

TMC-6730CL

8 or 10

1

12.5

Pulnix

TMC-6740CL

8 or 10

1

40

Pulnix

TMC-6760CL

8 or 10

1

12.5 or 25

Pulnix

TMC-9730CL

8 or 10

1

14.32

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Cameras and Frame Grabbers Tested

with Thinklogical® Camera-Link Extender

Manufacturer

Model

Bits/pixel

Taps

Clock
(MHz)

Redlake

MegaPlus II ES 11000

24bit RGB

3

25

Redlake

ES 2020

8,10 or 12

2

30/38

Redlake

ES 1603

8,10 or 12

1

12-Oct

Redlake

ES 4020

8,10 or 12

2

30/38

Redlake

ES 3200

8,10 or 12

1

12-Oct

Redlake

ES 1100

8,10 or 12

2

30/38

Redlake

ES 2001

8,10 or 12

2

30/38

Redlake

ES 2020

8,10 or 12

1 or 2

30/38

Redlake

ES 1603

8,10 or 12

1

10 or 12

Redlake

ES 4020

8,10 or 12

1 or 2

30/38

Redlake

ES 3200

8,10 or 12

1

10 or 12

Redlake

ES 1100

8,10 or 12

1 or 2

30/38

Redlake

ES 2001

8,10 or 12

1 or 2

30/38

Silicon Imaging

SI-1280

12 1 40

Sony

XCL-U1000

10 1 36

Sony

XCL-U1000C

24bit RGB

1

36

Sony

XCL-V500

10

1

24.5

Sony

XCL-X700

10

1

29.5

Toshiba

1K-SX1

8

1

28.634

SVS-Vistek

SVS 085CFCL

10 1 43

Discontinued Cameras Supported

Manufacturer

Model

Bits/pixel

Taps

Clock
(MHz)

Dalsa

1m28

10

1

28

Dalsa

1M28/75/150-SA

8 2 40

JAI

CV-A33CL

8 or 10

1

40

JAI

CV-M4+CL

8 or 10

1

40.49

JAI

CV-M7

8 or 10

1

40.49

Pulnix

TMC-1000-CL

24bit RGB

3

20

Pulnix

TMC-1400-CL

8 1 50

Pulnix

TM-4000-CL

8 or 10

1

40

Pulnix

TMC-4000-CL

8 or 10

1

40

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Tested Frame Grabbers

Manufacturer

Model

Active Silicon

Phoenix PHX-D48CL

Bitflow

R3-PCI-CL13

Bitflow

R3-PCI-CL23

Bitflow

R64=PCI-CL-D

Bitflow

R64=PCI-CL-F

Bitflow

R64-PCE-CL-D

Bitflow

R64-PCE-CL-F

Coreco Imaging

PC-Camlink

Coreco Imaging

X64-CL Dual

Datacube

MaxRevolution V2-1000 Full

Dalsa

X64 Xcelera-CL PX4 Dual

Dalsa

X64 Xcelera-CL PX4 Full

Euresys

Grablink Value

Imperx

FrameLink

Matrox

Meteor II CL

Matrox

Helios XCL

Matrox

ODYSSEY XCL

Matrox

ODYSSEY XPRO

Matrox

SOLIOS XLC

Mikrontron

INSPECTRA-4C

Mikrontron

INSPECTRA-5

National Instruments

NI 1428 CL

National Instruments

NI 1426 CL

National Instruments

NI 1429 CL

SILICON-SOFTWARE

microEnable III

SILICON-SOFTWARE

microEnable III-XXL

SILICON-SOFTWARE

microEnable IV

SILICON-SOFTWARE

microEnable IV-FULL x4

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Appendix B: DB9/RJ45 Adapter Pin-outs

Below are the pin-outs for the adapters ADP-000007-R and ADP-000008:

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Appendix C: Maximum Distances for Fiber Types

Camera Fiber-Link Extender distance from camera to host computer,
tested as a full configuration:

Fiber Type Distance

OM1 50m
OM2 350m
OM3 Enhanced 1000m
Single-Mode 40km

Note: The maximum fiber length is based on one continuous fiber with no junctions,

patch panels, etc.

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Appendix D: Camera Fiber-Link Mounting Template

Each Camera Fiber-Link module can be used as a desk top or wall-mounted device.
Mounting centers are provided with keyhole slots. (For vertical mounting, orient the units

with fiber and power connectors positioned upwards and MDR-26 and RJ45 connectors
positioned downward.) Users may choose the most appropriate fasteners and anchors to

mount each unit according to the requirements of each application.

Note: Be sure to leave adequate clearance (3 inch minimum bend radius) for

your Fiber Cable.

Housing Dimensions:

7.0” long x 5.44” wide x 1.19” high

(177.80 mm x 138.13 mm x 30.16 mm)

The following page contains an actual-size template that is valid for each of the Camera Fiber­Link units available from Thinklogical. You can print a 1:1 copy of this page to help you position
and mount your device. Vital dimensions are shown in inches and [millimeters].

Note: Only the following template (pg. 35) should be used for positioning your

Thinklogical Camera Fiber-Link device. Other graphic depictions of the devices in
this document are not to scale.

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Figure 14: CFL Mounting Template