TM-4200GE Hardware Color Filter Array | JAI TMC-4200GE instruction

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9.2.1Color Filter Array

JAI Inc. AccuPiXEL cameras use Bayer CFA (color filter array) as their standard primary color filter. This filter provides the most popular color interpolation supported by numerous software suppliers.

The digital format allows the camera to output accurate pixel data, including the color information. When the data is stored in the frame buffer of a frame grabber or computer, the color information is easily manipulated to restore the original color images. Because the color filter array contains only a single R, G or B color in each pixel, the restored image has to fill in colors in the missing pixel locations. The software uses neighboring pixel information to “guess” the missing colors to make smooth, clear images. This is called “color interpolation.” Today’s high-speed computers allow such color interpolation to be done almost in real time. Because these cameras do not contain internal color- processing circuitry, they are smaller and less expensive than full-function color cameras.

9.2.2Bayer Color Filter Array (CFA)

The Bayer CFA is an R, G, B primary color filter array. This is the most widely accepted CFA for the single-chip CCD progressive scan format. This type of array layout has a specific order for each color’s pixels. Since the human eye’s resolution and color recognition are highest at green, the CFA contains two greens per each red and blue.

It is critical for the frame grabber and color interpolation to know where the individual color pixels exist relative to sync (LDV and FDV) timing.

This requirement makes digital output the preferred choice, because the timing relationships are very accurate

FIGURE 60. Bayer Color Filter Response.

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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 Gigabit Ethernet Camera Interface Software IntroductionScope of the Document Related Documents Installing the Software Software InstallationBefore Installing the GigE Series Camera-SDK Software Scanning for Drivers Uninstalling the Software Change and Remove Buttons Quick-Start Select Camera Window Connectors ConnectorsPower and Signals Connector Hirose Connector, Pin Assignment Ethernet GigE Configuring the TM-4200GE Camera Configuring the TM-4200GE CameraSetup Advanced Configuration Window Integrated GigE Camera Software Configuring the Imager Modes Configuring the Internal Frame GrabberTM-4200GE Software GUI Features Check the Current Camera Setting Exposure Control Advanced Configuration Port Communication Shutter Speed Shutter Mode User Programmable Variable Partial Scan TM-4200GE Software Scan ModeProgrammable Scan Programmable Scan Set Dialog Box R Auto Gain Control TM-4200GE Software Gain SettingsGain Gain Memory Pages Look-Up Table Internally Triggered Free-Running ModeExternally Triggered White Balance Control Color Versions Only TM-4200GE Software Save/Restore Settings to Your Hard Disk Test Pattern TM-4200GE Software Main Menu OptionVersion Exit Camera Outputs Signal HandlingSignal Handling Camera Inputs GE Camera Gpio Control Block Gpio Look-Up Table Gpio Look-Up Table Input Labels Input Signal Description LabelGpio Label Table Gpio Look-Up Table Output Labels Output label Signal DescriptionPulse Generators Pulse Generator GigE Series Camera Serial Commands GigE Series Camera Serial CommandsTM/TMC-4200 Command List Scan Mode Image Pre-processing Channel BalanceVsub Dual Tap Digital Video Output Order 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 Save PasswordEeprom Load Dual-Tap TM-4200GE AccuPiXEL Series Camera-Control Software Hardware Introduction Hardware IntroductionProduct Description TM-4200GE Hardware Features Unpacking Instructions InstallationAccessories and Options Getting Started Pin Connector Camera SetupConnector Pin Configurations 2 a 12-Pin Connector Power Supplies Power Supplies and Power Cable SetupEthernet Connector 12P-02S Interface Cable Pin# Lead Color Function JAI Inc. Power CablesBuilding Your Own Power Cable Attaching the Power Cable to the Connector TM-4200GE Hardware Attaching the Camera Lens Adjustable Back-Focus Operation Preset Scan AreaOperation Progressive Scanning 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 Color Interpolation Electronic ShutterInterpolation Software Electronic Preset Shutter TM-4200GE Hardware Preset ShutterProgrammable Exposure-Continuous Mode Asynchronous No Shutter Mode 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 Sec Lines External HD Locking and External VD ResetAsync Reset Async Reset Timing Scan AH lines Area AI lines Lines Μsec Symptom Dark Video TroubleshootingProblems and Solutions Symptom No Video Information and Support Resources TM-4200GE Hardware Symptom Video does not Display ProperlySymptom Notebook Computer Driver Installation Problems Appendix SpecificationsTM-4200GE Camera Specifications Table 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