THORLABS DCU22 Series User Manual

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7.2.6
Using Inputs and Outputs
The DCU cameras have one or more digital inputs and outputs designed for different purposes.
Input/output control : Here, you will find functions for setting the DCU camera's I/Os and for
using the trigger and flash modes.
7.2.6.1
Input / Output Control
With these functions you can use the camera's digital in-/outputs for trigger and flash control.
is_SetExternalTrigger()
Enables the digital input for trigger operation or returns the applied
signal level.
is_SetFlashStrobe()
Sets the digital output for flash control or a static output level.
is_SetFlashDelay()
Sets the delay and power-on time of the flash output.
is_SetTriggerDelay()
Sets the trigger signal delay time.
is_GetGlobalFlashDelays()
Determines the delay and power-on times of the flash output to
obtain a global shutter effect when using rolling shutter sensors.
is_ForceTrigger()
Simulates a trigger signal in hardware trigger mode.
With these commands you can activate additional functions or use GPIOs on some DCU camera
cameras.
is_SetIO()
Sets the additional digital outputs (GPIO).
is_SetIOMask()
Defines each port as a digital input or output (GPIO).
is_SetLED()
Toggles the colour of the status LED for the USB DCU camera camera
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THORLABS DCU22 Series Specifications

General

Brand	THORLABS
Model	DCU22 Series
Category	Security Camera
Language	English