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TM-4200GE Software

TM-4200GE Software

Operation Manual

1Software Introduction

1.1Scope of the Document

This manual describes how to access and use features of the JAI Gigabit Ethernet camera, the TM- 4200GE. The camera’s different operation modes are described in the hardware section of this manual, which begins on page 31.

The TM-4200GE series consists of the TM-4200GE (monochrome) and the TMC-4200GE (color). Unless otherwise noted, all information contained in this manual is relevant to both models.

1.2 Related Documents

The appendix contains descriptions of the TM-4200GE camera’s internal frame grabber and how to connect the camera. The appendix complements, and should be used in conjunction with the three following documents:

•Cam2Net User’s Manual

•Cam2Net IP Device Drivers

•Cam2Net C++ SDK Reference Manual

These documents are part of the GigE software package and are added to your system when the software is installed. The software and documents are current for the TM-4200GE series as pertains to Cam2Net.

1.3 Gigabit Ethernet Camera Interface

The GigE interface provides an easy to connect, high-bandwidth imaging solution, where video data is sent as IP packets over an industry-standard GigE network. Point-to-point (unswitched) transmission is up to 100 meters. With Gigabit Ethernet switches, the transmission distance is virtually unlimited.

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Contents

TM/TMC-4200GE Progressive Scan Cameras Page JAI Inc CE CompliancePage Table of Contents Introduction Table of Contents Troubleshooting Table of Contents List of Figures List of Figures List of Figures List of Tables List of Tables Scope of the Document Software IntroductionRelated Documents Gigabit Ethernet Camera Interface Before Installing the GigE Series Camera-SDK Software Software InstallationInstalling the Software Scanning for Drivers Uninstalling the Software Change and Remove Buttons Quick-Start Select Camera Window Power and Signals Connector ConnectorsHirose Connector, Pin Assignment Connectors Ethernet GigE Setup Configuring the TM-4200GE CameraConfiguring the TM-4200GE Camera Advanced Configuration Window Integrated GigE Camera Software Configuring the Imager TM-4200GE Software GUI Features Configuring the Internal Frame GrabberCheck the Current Camera Setting Modes Exposure Control Advanced Configuration Port Communication Shutter Speed Shutter Mode Programmable Scan TM-4200GE Software Scan ModeUser Programmable Variable Partial Scan Programmable Scan Set Dialog Box Gain TM-4200GE Software Gain SettingsGain R Auto Gain Control Memory Pages Look-Up Table Externally Triggered Free-Running ModeInternally Triggered White Balance Control Color Versions Only TM-4200GE Software Save/Restore Settings to Your Hard Disk Version TM-4200GE Software Main Menu OptionExit Test Pattern Signal Handling Signal HandlingCamera Inputs Camera Outputs GE Camera Gpio Control Block Gpio Look-Up Table Gpio Label Table Input Signal Description LabelGpio Look-Up Table Input Labels Pulse Generators Output label Signal DescriptionGpio Look-Up Table Output Labels Pulse Generator TM/TMC-4200 Command List GigE Series Camera Serial CommandsScan Mode GigE Series Camera Serial Commands Vsub Channel BalanceDual Tap Digital Video Output Order Image Pre-processing Command Parameter End of Cmd Description Command Responses Parameter End of Cmd Description 0000=Async no shutter 0001 1000=Async Dual-Tap TM-4200GE AccuPiXEL Series Camera-Control Software Introduction Introduction Dual-Tap TM-4200GE AccuPiXEL Series Camera-Control Software AccuPIXel Setup screen TM/TMC-4200GE Camera Using the GigE mode Main DualTap AccuPiXEL Window GUI Features Operating The Control Software Introduction Scan Area drop down box Scan Area Offset Voltage Gain Control Click on the option button to set the preferred option Video Depth Positive or Negative LUT Selection LUT Look-Up Table Dual-Tap TM-4200GE AccuPiXEL Series Camera-Control Software Eeprom PasswordLoad Save Dual-Tap TM-4200GE AccuPiXEL Series Camera-Control Software Product Description Hardware IntroductionTM-4200GE Hardware Hardware Introduction Features Accessories and Options InstallationGetting Started Unpacking Instructions Connector Pin Configurations Camera Setup2 a 12-Pin Connector Pin Connector Ethernet Connector Power Supplies and Power Cable SetupPower Supplies Building Your Own Power Cable JAI Inc. Power CablesAttaching the Power Cable to the Connector 12P-02S Interface Cable Pin# Lead Color Function TM-4200GE Hardware Attaching the Camera Lens Adjustable Back-Focus Operation Preset Scan AreaProgressive Scanning Operation TM-4200GE Hardware Programmable Scan Area Bayer Full Scan Area 2x2 Binning X2 Binning Sub-sampling Digital Zoom Sub-sampling Digital Zoom TM-4200GE Hardware Sub-sampling Digital Zoom Scan Area Start Points Bayer Color Filter Color Versions Bayer Color Filter Array CFA TM-4200GE Hardware Color Filter Array Sync and Data TM-4200GE Hardware Starting Pixel Configuration Example of TMC-4200GE Same as TM-4200GE Camera Functions Scan Mode TM-4200GE Hardware Timing Chart Interpolation Software Electronic ShutterColor Interpolation Programmable Exposure-Continuous Mode TM-4200GE Hardware Preset ShutterAsynchronous No Shutter Mode Electronic Preset Shutter External Trigger Timing Asynchronous Programmable Exposure Mode Asynchronous Programmable External Trigger Pulse Width Control Mode Pulse Width Control Trigger Particle Imaging Velocimetry Fixed Exposure Mode PWC PIV Timing Table Asynchronous Mode Chart TM-4200GE Hardware PWC PIV Mode Programmable Look-Up Table LUT and Knee Control Dynamic Range Control External Sync and Pixel Locking Camera Timing Charts Area Clock Scan Data Horizontal pixels Async Reset External HD Locking and External VD ResetAsync Reset Timing Scan AH lines Area AI lines Lines Μsec Sec Lines Problems and Solutions TroubleshootingSymptom No Video Symptom Dark Video Symptom Notebook Computer Driver Installation Problems TM-4200GE Hardware Symptom Video does not Display ProperlyInformation and Support Resources TM-4200GE Camera Specifications Table SpecificationsAppendix Appendix Physical Dimensions TM-4200GE Hardware 11.1.1 TM-4200GE Physical Dimensions Spectral Response TM-4200GE Hardware Spectral Response Appendix Page W . j a i . c o m