Visible Light Camera Module (VLCM)

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Using Torch Control

Using Torch Control

When working in darker areas, you can enable the torch function to provide better lighting. If the flash is not enabled, but the torch function is, the torch remains on during image capture. The torch operates at approximately 50% power continuously; the flash operates at full power the instant the image is captured.

Note

The torch can be enabled at the same time the flash is enabled. If both functions are enabled, the torch operates continuously, while the flash comes on during the image capture. The torch enabled function times out after 60 seconds. Limit torch use to save battery power.

Assign the Torch function to a programmable button (see Chapter 2). Then, to cycle between torch on and torch off, tap A,B, or Cas needed.

Using Visible Light Flash

When working in darker areas, you can enable the flash function to light the target object and capture better-quality visible light images. When the flash is enabled, it operates with one burst of light when an image is captured (the moment the image is paused).

Note

The flash can be enabled at the same time the torch is enabled. If both functions are enabled, the torch operates continuously, while the flash comes on during the image capture. The torch function times out after 60 seconds, and it can also be turned off by pressing the assigned function button again. The flash does not time out.

To enable the flash:

1.Tap F.

2.Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings on the popup menu and tap E.

3.Position the pointer over the VLCM tab and tap E.

You may need to position the pointer over the right or left arrow and tap Eto scroll to the VLCM tab.

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