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1.5 Contents
The DCx Camera Manual contains all the information you need for operating your DCx camera. It
comprises the following parts:
Section A: Camera basics
In this section you will find a lot of important information on the technical background of your USB
camera. This section contains explanations on the DCx's operating modes, on sensor
technology, important camera parameters, and the USB interfaces. We recommend to read this
chapter to become familiar with the general functionality of the DCx Cameras.
Section B: Operation
Quick start to using your DCxCamera
Installing and Using DCx Camera software
These sections show how to connect cameras and start operation using the software tools .
Application notes by camera model
This section explains special features and limitations of some camera models.
Section C: Programming
First steps to programming with your DCxCamera
How to proceed
If you are not yet familiar with DCxCamera programming, we suggest that you first explore the
basic functional flows in this chapter. The function blocks contain almost all the functions available
for the uc480 API ordered by topics. The flowcharts help to easily find the appropriate API
function for a certain task.
Description of functions/Description of AVI functions
These chapters cover all the functions of the uc480 API in alphabetic order.
The AVI functions for video recording are implemented by the uc480_tools.dll which is also
included in the DCxCamera software package.
Obsolete functions
This chapter lists obsolote API functions and recommended alternatives.
Lists and programming notes
In this chapter, you will find useful information on how to use the DCxCamera programming API.
Programming environments, modes for DCxCamera color and image display as well as the
automatic image control functions are discussed here.
Section D: Specifications
Specifications
All information on the camera's sensor and performance, mechanical as well as electrical
specifications are contained in this section.
Accessories
Here you will find a list of accessories for DCx Cameras sorted by model.
Appendix
Information on Troubleshooting
Status LEDs on USB DCx cameras
Color and memory formats
uc480 parameter file (ini file)
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