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FLIR Tau Camera TAU-0035-00-10 User Manual

FLIR Tau Camera TAU-0035-00-10
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Tau Camera
Users Manual
FLIR Commercial Systems, Inc.
70 Castilian Drive
Goleta, CA 93117
Phone: 888.747.FLIR (888.747.3547)
International: +1.805.964.9797
www.flir.com
www.corebyindigo.com
Document Number: TAU-0035-00-10
Version: 150
Issue Date: June 2011
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This document is controlled to FLIR Technology Level EAR 1. The information contained in this document is proprietary and/or restricted and pertains
to a dual use product controlled for export by the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This document and data disclosed herein or herewith is
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Table of Contents

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FLIR Tau Camera TAU-0035-00-10 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor TypeUncooled VOx Microbolometer
Resolution336 x 256
Spectral Range7.5 - 13.5 µm
NETD<50 mK
Frame Rate30 Hz
Operating Temperature-40°C to +80°C
Output InterfaceAnalog video
Dimensions44.5 x 44.5 x 30.0 mm (without lens)

Summary

Introduction to the Tau Camera

Available Tau Camera Configurations

Details different lens options, resolutions, and fields of view for the Tau camera.

Tau Camera Specifications

Lists key performance metrics, operating parameters, and features of the Tau camera.

Unpacking Your Tau Camera

Provides instructions and precautions for safely unpacking the camera from its packaging.

Optional Tau Camera Accessories

Tau VPC Module Accessory

Describes the VPC module for USB connectivity, power, and communication.

Tau Camera Link Module

Details the Camera Link module for digital video output and high-speed data transfer.

Tau WFOV Locking Ring and Tool

Explains the locking ring and tool for mounting WFOV cameras into bulkheads.

Tripod Mount for Tau Camera

Describes the accessory for mounting the Tau camera onto a standard tripod plate.

Photon Replicator Board

Details the board that adapts the Tau camera to Photon camera connectors.

Photon Replicator Kit

Covers the kit including the Replicator Board for Photon compatibility.

Software Accessory Alternate Lens Calibration Software

Explains software for supplementary calibration with customer-furnished lenses.

Software Accessory SDK for Windows & Embedded

Provides information on the SDK for camera control via programming languages.

Basic Operation of the Tau and GUI

Operation of the Tau Camera using the USB Interface

Explains connecting and operating the camera via USB using VPC or Camera Link modules.

Remote Control of the Tau Camera

Details remote control via RS-232 or the FLIR Camera Controller GUI.

Installing the FLIR Camera Controller GUI

Step-by-step guide for installing the FLIR Camera Controller GUI software.

Connecting the Tau to a PC via USB

Instructions for establishing a USB connection between the Tau camera and a PC.

Troubleshooting the FLIR Camera Controller GUI

Provides common issues and solutions for the FLIR Camera Controller GUI.

Operation of the FLIR Camera Controller GUI

Describes how to use the FLIR Camera Controller GUI interface and view status.

Setup Tab Configuration

Explains the settings available in the Setup tab of the GUI for camera configuration.

Analog Video Tab Settings

Details options for modifying analog video output settings like orientation and standard.

Digital Video Tab Configuration

Explains how to configure digital video output modes (LVDS, BT.656, CMOS).

Image Capture Tab Functionality

Describes how to capture and save images using the GUI's Image Capture tab.

AGC Tab for Image Optimization

Covers Automatic Gain Control (AGC) modes and parameter adjustments for image optimization.

ROI Tab for AGC Calculations

Explains how to set a Region of Interest (ROI) for AGC algorithm calculations.

Thermal Tab for Temperature Measurement

Details thermal measurement capabilities like Spot Meter and Isotherm modes.

Tau Digital Data Channel

XP Bus Setting - BT.656 Digital Interface

Describes the BT.656 digital interface, its pinout, and timing.

XP Bus Setting - CMOS Digital Interface

Details the CMOS digital interface, its pinout, and timing characteristics.

Discrete I/O Functions

Explains the discrete input/output pins and their functions for controlling the camera.

Photon Camera Legacy LVDS Output

Covers the legacy LVDS digital data channel for compatibility with Photon accessories.

Legacy LVDS Digital Data Channels Technical Details

Provides technical details on the legacy LVDS digital data channels and timing.

Overview of the Electrical Interface

Input Power Requirements

Details the camera's DC power requirements, voltage range, and consumption.

Hirose 50-Pin Connector Interface

Describes the main 50-pin Hirose connector interface and its mating parts.

Analog Video Output

Explains the analog video output capabilities, standards (NTSC/PAL), and characteristics.

Command and Control Channel

Details the RS-232 serial interface for remote camera command and control.

LVDS Digital Data Channel

Covers the LVDS digital data channel for real-time serialized digital video output.

Parallel Digital Data Channel

Explains the parallel digital data channel configured for CMOS or BT.656 format.

Appendix A Pin-out Definitions

I/O Module 333-0018-00 Pin-out

Lists pin definitions for the I/O Module's power, video, serial, and digital data connectors.

Appendix B Serial Communication Technical Details

Serial Communications Primary Interface

Details the asynchronous serial interface for camera control via RX, TX, and GND signals.

Serial Communications Protocol

Explains the serial port settings, packet protocol, and message structure for camera communication.

Status Byte Definition

Defines the status byte values used by the camera to indicate command receipt and execution.

Function Byte Commands

Lists valid commands that can be set in the Function Byte for camera control.

Example Serial Message Format

Provides an example of setting and getting FFC mode via a serial message.

Description of Serial Commands

Describes various serial commands for camera settings, AGC, pan/tilt, DDE, and more.

Appendix C Tau with Photon Accessories

Operation of the Tau Camera with Photon Accessory Kit

Guides on powering the camera and obtaining video using the Photon Accessory Kit.

Remote Control of the Tau Camera with Development Kit

Explains remote control via RS-232 using the development kit or FLIR GUI.

Connecting Serial Communications Interface

Details connecting the serial communications interface using a PC serial cable.

Appendix D Mechanical IDD Reference

Tau Camera Mechanical Interface Control Document WFOV

Provides mechanical interface control document for WFOV cameras.

Tau Camera Core Interface Description Document 5mm - 19mm

Details mechanical interface for 5mm to 19mm lens core configurations.

Tau Camera Core Interface Description Document 25mm

Provides mechanical interface description for 25mm lens core configurations.

Tau Camera Core Interface Description Document 35mm

Details mechanical interface description for 35mm lens core configurations.

Tau Camera Core Interface Description Document 60mm

Covers mechanical interface description for 60mm lens core configurations.

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