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Point Grey Flea3 FL3-U3 - User Manual

Point Grey Flea3 FL3-U3
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Flea3 FL3-U3
USB 3.0 Digital Camera
Technical Reference Manual
Version 5.2
Revised 9/27/2012
Point Grey Research
®
Inc.
12051 Riverside Way Richmond, BC Canada V6W 1K7 T (604) 242-9937 www.ptgrey.com
Copyright © 2011-2012 Point Grey Research Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

Summary

1 Welcome to Flea3 USB 3.0

1.1 Flea3 USB 3.0 Specifications

Detailed specifications for Flea3 USB 3.0 camera models including sensor and performance.

1.3 Flea3 USB 3.0 Mechanical Properties

Physical dimensions and mounting details of the Flea3 USB 3.0 camera, including lens mount.

1.4 Handling Precautions and Camera Care

Guidelines for safe handling, care, and avoiding damage to the camera.

1.5 Camera Interface and Connectors

Information on USB 3.0 and GPIO connectors for camera interface and data transfer.

2 Getting Started with Flea3 USB 3.0

2.1 Before You Install

Prerequisites and system checks before installing the camera hardware and software.

2.2 Installing Your Interface Card and Software

Step-by-step guide for installing the interface card and FlyCapture software.

2.3 Installing Your Camera

Procedure for physically installing the camera and connecting it to the system.

3 General Camera Operation

3.1 Powering the Camera

Details on camera power sources and the power-up sequence.

3.3 User Memory Channels

Saving and restoring custom camera settings using on-board memory channels.

3.6 Camera Firmware

Information on camera firmware management, version checking, and upgrades.

4 Input;Output Control

4.1 General Purpose Input;Output (GPIO)

Description of the 8-pin GPIO connector and its available functions.

4.2 GPIO Modes

Explanation of different configuration modes for GPIO pins.

4.3 Programmable Strobe Output

Configuring GPIO pins to output synchronized strobe signals.

4.5 Serial Communication

Using the camera's serial port for data communication at various baud rates.

5 Video Formats, Modes and Frame Rates

5.1 Video Modes Overview

Overview of customizable video modes using ROI and pixel binning.

5.2 Pixel Formats

Explanation of pixel encoding schemes and their bit depths.

5.3 Supported Formats, Modes and Frame Rates

Tables showing supported configurations per camera model and frame rates.

5.4 Video Format, Mode, and Frame Rate Settings

Controls for setting video format, mode, and frame rate.

6 Image Acquisition

6.1 Global Shutter

Explanation of global shutter operation, benefits, and timing.

6.2 Rolling Shutter

Explanation of rolling shutter operation and potential artifacts.

6.4 Asynchronous Triggering

Methods and configurations for triggering image acquisition externally or via software.

6.4.6 Trigger Modes

Overview of available trigger modes for the camera, including Standard, Bulb, and Multi-Shot.

7 Imaging Parameters and Control

7.1 Overview of Imaging Parameters

Introduction to the adjustable imaging parameters available for the camera.

7.2 Brightness

Control of image brightness, also known as offset or black level.

7.3 Gain

Adjustment of pixel amplification for image intensity and noise control.

7.9 Shutter

Control of image sensor exposure time, including auto and manual modes.

7.10 Auto Exposure

Automatic control of shutter and gain for optimal image intensity.

7.11 Bayer Color Processing

On-board processing of Bayer tile pattern data for color images.

8 Troubleshooting

8.1 Support

Resources for obtaining technical support and accessing the Knowledge Base.

8.2 Camera Diagnostics

Parameters for monitoring camera error status and troubleshooting issues.

8.3 Status Indicator LED

Understanding the camera's status LED codes for operational feedback.

8.5 Blemish Pixel Artifacts

Identifying and correcting pixel defects such as dead or hot pixels.

8.6 Rolling Shutter Artifacts

Understanding and mitigating common rolling shutter artifacts like skew and wobble.

Appendix A: Control and Status Registers

A.1 General Register Information

Overview of register addressing, memory map, and basic register structure.

A.2 Inquiry Registers

Registers used for querying camera features, modes, and capabilities.

A.3 Video Mode Control and Status Registers

Registers related to video mode configurations, including Format 7 details.

A.4 Absolute Value Registers

Registers providing real-world values for camera settings like shutter and gain.

Point Grey Flea3 FL3-U3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPoint Grey
ModelFlea3 FL3-U3
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

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