Quick Start Guide
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1. FLIR s Photon cameras The replicator board makes the Tau camera electrically pin compatible to a Photon camera including the provision for operating the Tau camera over the same input voltage range as the Photon camera 5 24VDC Refer to the Photon 640 User s Manual for more details including pin definition A cast magnesium spacer and 4 socket head machine screws are included 102_PS242 01 Rev100 October 2011 Page 4 of 10 F L j R Tau Quick Start Guide 4 0 Connecting to the Camera This section describes installation of necessary software physical camera connections and software connection to the camera 4 1 FLIR Camera Controller GUI The FLIR Camera Controller GUI provides communication between a PC and a Tau camera using either the USB interface or some other means of serial communication l 8 If you have an older version of the FLIR Camera Controller GUI loaded on your PC you should first uninstall it using the Windows Uninstall utility via the Windows Control Panel before proceeding with this installation The newest version of the FLIR Camera Controller GUI can be found at the following URL http www flir com cvs cores resources software tau Click on the link to download the GUI and save it to your computer Extract the file using WinZip or other software This can typically be done by right clicking on the zip file and selecting Extract Open the directory where you saved the file and double cli2. Storage ca IDE ATA ATAPI controllers f Disk Management IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers Z Services and Applications Z Imaging devices gt ED Keyboards A Mice and other pointing devices E Monitors amp Network adapters YF Ports COM amp LPT ECP Printer Port LPT1 J Keyspan USB Serial Port COM1 13 Silicon Labs CP210x USB to UART Bridge COM3 Figure 4 Device Manager showing proper driver installation 4 3 Software Connection This section describes simple communication with the camera using the FLIR Camera Controller GUI and assumes that the camera is connected to the PC using a USB cable and either the VPC or Camera Link Accessory Module Please refer to the FLIR Camera Controller GUI User s Guide for more details on functionality of the FLIR Camera Controller GUI and the Tau camera 102_PS242 01 Rev100 October 2011 Page 6 of 10 F L i R Tau Quick Start Guide Run the FLIR Camera Controller GUI by clicking on the start menu and accessing Start All Programs FLIR Systems Camera Controller GUI The software may take up to 30 seconds to load the first time 2 When the GUI first opens it will display Not Connected on the bottom left The first step is to connect to the camera FN FLIR Camera Controller ia x File View Camera Tools Help SFLIR Status 3 System Status Framework is currently not connected to camera To connect with camera Setup z select menu item Camera Connect
3. the software The status LED will turn green and it will display Connected on the bottom left It is also possible to retrieve the part number and serial number of your camera from this screen Part 45640019H FPNLXYF Serial Number 15714 FPA Temp 20 8 ae MSCOMM Ready eee Aisle ail Figure 8 FLIR Camera Controller GUI Status Tab Connected 7 Use the Help Menu at the top to open the FLIR Camera Controller GUI User s Manual or view camera version information Help Select Camera Controller User Guide to open Help documentation in the default pdf viewer The latest version of Camera Controller User Guide this document installs in the Program Files directory SDK Documentation Select SDK Documentation to view help information for the Photon SDK that can be used with Quark Tau 2 Tau and Photon The SDK does not install with the GUI and must be purchased separately Select About Camera Controller to open a separate window with version information for the GUI and the camera About Camera Controller 102_PS242 01 Rev100 October 2011 Page 8 of 10 F L i R Tau Quick Start Guide About The GUI Framework is the version of the GUI The Main App is the software version of the camera The version in the example is v15 1 2 104 The firmware is v13 1 0 103 Click Details to view versions for each individual dll in the Camera Controller GUI Copyright 2011 FLIR Systems all rights reserved Camera t
4. 01 Rev100 October 2011 Page 3 of 10 F L i R Tau Quick Start Guide The camera has been focused in the factory using a collimated bar target Although it is possible to adjust the focus doing so may compromise the external seal of the camera and factory focus will be lost 3 0 Basic Accessories The Tau Camera can be simply used with either the VPC Module Accessory FLIR PN 421 0039 00 or the Camera Link Module Accessory FLIR PN 421 0046 00 These accessories provide an easy way to evaluate the camera core and access analog and in the case of the Camera Link Module digital video during development The Photon Replicator FLIR PN 421 0040 00 allows access to a 30 pin SAMTEC connector SAMTEC Part Number TFML 115 02 S D P that can be useful for a cable connection You can find these and other accessories at http www flirshop com 3 1 VPC Module Accessory The VPC module accessory includes USB A to USB mini B cable for power and communications USB power supply European power adapter MCX to BNC cable for analog video and mounting screws USB Cable VPC Module Video Cable 2 gt essre rf 73t hia sass head cap screws M1 6 x 0 35 x 6 mm Figure 1 Tau Camera and VPC Module Accessory Kit USB Power Supply and European Power adapter not pictured 3 2 Photon Replicator Board Photon Replicator Board adapts the Tau camera s native 50 pin Hirose connector to the 30 pin SAMTEC connector used on
5. 10 F L i R Tau Quick Start Guide 3 Connect the USB mini B cable to the VPC Module or the Camera Link Module and the USB A end to your computer If you have sound enabled on your computer you should hear a chime and see a notification that the device has been connected Figure 3 VPC Physical Connections 4 Analog video should appear within a few seconds after connecting the USB cable Verify analog video is displayed on the monitor to ensure the camera is properly powered 5 Additional Information Access the Device Manager to verify proper driver installation and identify communications port Connection issues are most often caused by attempting to use the wrong COM Port to connect to the camera a Right Click on My Computer and select Manage This is typically either on the desktop or available through the start menu b Select Device Manager on the left Pane Expand the tree for Ports COM amp LPT d Note the COM Port number used for Silicon Labs The following example shows COM3 Z Computer Management File Action View Help e 2 S Gl G Ee NE W Computer Management Local a s ips179 I i System Tools Batteries Task Scheduler Computer Event Viewer amp ControlVault Device Shared Folders w Disk drives Local Users and Groups Display adapters Performance 3 DVD CD ROM drives gy Device Manager Os Human Interface Devices e
6. Ifyou wantthe camera to automatically connect on startup select menu item Tools Settings and select the automatically connect on startup check box inthe settings dialog window Video AGC Thermal Advanced Part Serial Number FPATemp c mmm NotConnected MSCOMM Part 2x Figure 5 FLIR Camera Controller GUI Status Tab Not Connected 3 Connect to the camera by selecting Tools Connection in FLIR Select Control Interface and Device Jonna Connection IP Devld l Connect to the camera using the selected device after dosing the wizard 3 Figure 6 FLIR Camera Controller GUI Connection Window Part 1 102_PS242 01 Rev100 October 2011 Page 7 of 10 F L i R Tau Quick Start Guide 4 Select Serial RS 232 select 921600 as the Baud Rate for fastest communication and click Next If you only have one serial communication port on your computer the button will say Finish gs Camera Connection FLIR Select Control Interface and Device Select a Control Device on the MSCOMM interface The Selected interface has multiple devices available Please Select a device Devices COM3 e Connect to the camera using the selected device after dosing the wizard e Figure 7 FLIR Camera Controller GUI Connection Window Part 2 5 Select the Com port seen in the Device Manager and click Finish 6 The GUI will now automatically connect to the camera and refresh information in
7. Tau LWIR Video Camera Quick Start Guide FLIR FLIR Commercial Systems 70 Castilian Drive Goleta CA 93117 Phone 1 805 964 9797 Document Number 102 PS242 01 Version 100 Issue Date October 2011 Tau Quick Start Guide Table of Contents dO eee ee eee en ne ee eee E EE ee eee l EVIR y de a a E E E E E E E l wk S G1 1 6 e E EA EE A N 1 LO TDO T e A E 3 1 1 Rev On T STO e E E E 3 1 2 CODE a E E E E N EE E E S 3 L U e ee E E EE E E E EE E E 3 W BECA O a a tatarate acer butmtadetetnvasctatmtonecetaueneteiedonatetenans 4 3 1 VPC Mode ACCS Oi scrie aE E n ara aai 4 r Pn C0 B e E E ERE 4 40 COmmectime tothe Came d acsrisserir Saeed euGavanchdeusadsinievasaatueeisusavencnaetnetetncevassaauvcaunuesavads 5 4 1 FGIR Camera Controller GU I aoe sactinccaste aen oire a aar aarne R ans 5 Bed SE SICA ON HOi onise E E E 5 4 3 Sae OnE 0 e aR E E EE EATE E EEE TA OA 6 4 4 Troubleshooting the FLIR Camera Controller GUI cecccccssseeeceececeeeeeeeeaaasaesessesseeeeeeeees 9 Figure 1 Tau Camera and VPC Module Accessory Kit ccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 4 Poor a BNCOR A A r ER Stet ter AN E EE E S 5 Pure aA VPC Physical Connec Uols esensina R 6 Figure 5 Device Manager showing proper driver installation cccceeessssssseeeeeccceeeeeeeceeaaasseeseeeseeeeeeeeees 6 Figure 6 FLIR Camera Controller GUI Status Tab Not Connected eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseseeeeeseseseeesessee
8. ck setup exe Walk through the installation steps When the primary installation is completed you will be prompted to install Silicon Laboratories drivers This portion of the installation is necessary for using a USB connection to the camera The program will install to Start All Programs FLIR Systems Camera Controller GUI 4 2 Physical Connection This section describes physical connections to the camera and assumes that you have either the VPC or Camera Link Accessory Module l Plug the accessory directly into the rear of the camera There is a white 50 pin connector that will mate Use the included socket head cap screws to secure the expansion board to the camera These will insert on either side of the 50 pin connector The VPC module uses M1 6 x 0 35 x 6 mm screws and the Camera Link module uses M1 6 x 0 35 x 8 mm screws Using longer screws could damage the camera Connect the analog video cable to the VPC or Camera Link Module on the back of the Tau Camera There is an MCX mini coaxial connector on the back of the accessories The opposite end of the cable has a standard coaxial connector Connect this to the video input of an analog monitor It may be necessary to use a BNC Female to Phono Plug RCA Adapter These are readily available at electronics stores and allow the camera to be connected to the standard yellow video input on a monitor Figure 2 BNC to RCA Adapter 102_PS242 01 Rev100 October 2011 Page 5 of
9. eses 7 Figure 7 FLIR Camera Controller GUI Connection Window Part 1 seeeeeseseeeeseseeeseseseseeeseeeseeeseeeeesee 7 Figure 8 FLIR Camera Controller GUI Connection Window Part 2 ssesssssessseeeeseeeseeeseseseeeseeeeeeeeeseeeeees 8 Figure 9 FLIR Camera Controller GUI Status Tab Connected 0 0 cceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeees 8 Fig re 12 FLIR Camera Controller Error Message sigccsviscccasevascsaselsssvieiiisicacsrlsussedvesivsasvl wseidseisserlaussadpeeiens 9 F L i R Tau Quick Start Guide 1 0 Document 1 1 Revision History Version Date Comments 100 10 14 2011 Initial Release 1 2 Scope Tau is a miniature infrared imaging core from FLIR Systems This Quick Start includes information required for first time use of the Tau Camera The FLIR website will have the newest version of this document as well as offer access to many other supplemental resources http www flir com cvs cores resources Here is a sample of some of the resources that can be found Document Title Document Description Number Tau Quick Start Guide 102 PS242 01 Quick Start Guide for first time use FLIR Camera Controller GUI User s 102 PS242 02 Detailed Descriptions for functions and adjustments for FLIR Guide cameras using the FLIR Camera Controller GUI Tau 2 Product Specification 102 PS242 40 Product specification and feature description Tau 2 Electrical IDD 102 PS242 41 Written for Electrical Engineers to have a
10. itif puisse tre fabriqu mis en vente ou en location import distribu vendu ou lou au Canada EU Notice This device is a subassembly or component intended only for product evaluation development or incorporation into other products in order to provide an infrared camera function It is not a finished end product fit for general consumer use Persons handling this device must have appropriate electronics training and observe good engineering practice standards As such this product does not fall within the scope of the European Union EU directives regarding electromagnetic compatibility EMC Any end product intended for general consumer use that incorporates this device must be tested in accordance and comply with all applicable EU EMC and other relevant directives 102_PS242 01 Rev100 October 2011 Page 10 of 10
11. ll necessary information to interface to a Tau 2 camera for serial control of Tau 2 and Quark Models configurations for mechanical integration Application Notes Various Written for Systems Engineers and general users of advanced features such as Gain Calibration Supplemental FFC Calibration NVFFC Calibration Camera Link On Screen Symbology AGC DDE explanation Camera Mounting Spectral Response Optical Interface for lens design and others There is also a large amount of information in the Frequently Asked Questions FAQ section on the FLIR website http www flir com cvs cores knowledgebase Additionally a FLIR Applications Engineer can be contacted at 888 747 FLIR 888 747 3547 2 0 Unpacking the Camera When unpacking the camera please heed customary electrostatic discharge ESD sensitive device precautions including static safe work station and proper grounding The Tau camera is packaged in foam to prevent damage during shipping It is also placed in a conductive anti static bag to protect from electrostatic discharge damage Disassembling the camera can cause permanent damage and will void the warranty Operating the camera outside of the specified input voltage range or the specified operating temperature range can cause permanent damage The camera back 1s not sealed Avoid exposure to dust and moisture This camera contains electrostatic discharge sensitive electronics and should be handled appropriately 102_PS242
12. mes or company names referenced herein are used for identification only and are the property of their respective owners Liberation fonts are copyright 2009 by RedHat and are used under authority of the GNU public license Information about these fonts andthe GNU public license can be found at https www redhat com promo fonts This product is protected by patents design patents patents pending or design patents pending If you have questions that are not covered in this manual or need service contact FLIR Commercial Systems Customer Support at 805 964 9797 for additional information prior to returning a camera This documentation is subject to change without notice Contact your nearest FLIR Commercial Systems Inc representative for instructions on how to This equipment must be disposed of as electronic waste ys return the product to FLIRfor proper disposal FCC Notice This device is a subassembly designed for incorporation into other products in order to provide an infrared camera function It is not an end product fit for consumer use When incorporated into a host device the end product will generate use and radiate radio frequency energy that may cause radio interference As such the end product incorporating this subassembly must be tested and approved under the rules of the Federal Communications Commission FCC before the end product may be offered for sale or lease advertised imported sold or leased in the United Sta
13. n Shut down any other applications that may be using the port Also multiple instances of the FLIR Camera Controller GUI Program can be initiated using different ports so be sure the camera you are interested in controlling is actually connected to the physical port that was verified in the Device Manager in Section 3 2 step 5 e Verify that the camera is powered by checking that the camera is producing an image on an analog monitor On cameras with a shutter installed listen for the sound of the FFC at startup There will be a clicking sound as the shutter 1s moved in and out of the field of view in the first 5 seconds after power is applied If you cannot initiate serial communication with the camera after verifying these items refer to the frequently asked questions FAQ at http www flir com cvs cores knowledgebase Additionally a FLIR Applications Engineer can be contacted at 888 747 FLIR 888 747 3547 102_PS242 01 Rev100 October 2011 Page 9 of 10 F L i R Tau Quick Start Guide FLIR Commercial Systems 2011 All rights reserved worldwide No parts of this manual in whole or in part may be copied photocopied translated or transmitted to any electronic medium or machine readable form without the prior written permission of FLIR Commercial Systems Names and marks appearing on the products herein are either registered trademarks or trademarks of FLIR Commercial Systems and or its subsidiaries All other trademarks trade na
14. tes The FCC regulations are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference to radio communications See 47 C F R 2 803 and 15 1 et seq Industry Canada Notice This device is a subassembly designed for incorporation into other products in order to provide an infrared camera function It is not an end product fit for consumer use When incorporated into a host device the end product will generate use and radiate radio frequency energy that may cause radio interference As such the end product incorporating this subassembly must be tested for compliance with the Interference Causing Equipment Standard Digital Apparatus ICES 003 of Industry Canada before the product incorporating this device may be manufactured or offered for sale or lease imported distributed sold or leased in Canada Avis d Industrie Canada Cet appareil est un sous ensemble con u pour tre int gr un autre produit afin de fournir une fonction de cam ra infrarouge Ce n est pas un produit final destin aux consommateurs Une fois int gr a un dispositif h te le produit final va g n rer utiliser et mettre de l nergie radiofr quence qui pourrait provoquer de interf rence radio En tant que tel le produit final int grant ce sous ensemble doit tre test pour en v rifier la conformit avec la Norme sur le mat riel brouilleur pour les appareils num riques NMB 003 d Industrie Canada avant que le produit int grant ce dispos
15. ype Tau GUI Framework v1 0 0 92 GUI Tau v1 0 0 92 Photon SDK v2 81 0 0 FLIR Proprietary MAIN APP 15 1 2 Build 104 FIRMWARE 13 1 0 Build 103 4 4 Troubleshooting the FLIR Camera Controller GUI If the FLIR Camera Controller GUI does not link with the camera you may see the popup shown below which indicates that the GUI has not been able to communicate with the camera Connect Failed Fa Could not connect to the camera Do you want to display the connection wizard Yes No Retry Figure 9 FLIR Camera Controller Error Message If this is the case verify the following e The USB Cable is properly connected to both the computer and the Accessory Module so that there is a green LED illuminated on the accessory e Verify that you selected the proper port if it was not detected automatically Select Advanced then Next in the Tools Connection dialog box Also try disconnecting and then re connecting the cable to the PC If the GUI was launched before the cable was connected close the GUI connect the cable and then re launch the GUI e The Baud rate must be set in the Tools Connection dialog box The Tau camera supports Baud rates of 57600 and 921600 In the factory default configuration the Tau camera automatically detects if the Baud Rate of the first incoming message to determine whether it is either 57600 or 921600 and will communicate at that Baud Rate until reset e The Port may be occupied by another applicatio
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