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PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera User's Manual

1. File name My Network P Files of type Windows Bitmaps bmp Cancel Figure 4 13 Select File to Use as Bitmap Overlay m Create Apply Flat Field Correction Flat Field correction is used to correct for non uniform lighting optics fixed pattern noise and pixel response non uniformity The calibration process Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE PAGE 33 involves two steps capturing a dark image at the desired exposure time and then capturing a bright image under the lighting conditions to be used but where the sample has been removed and the image made as consistent as possible To use flat field correction FFC Create FFC Select Create Apply Flat Field Correction and follow the on screen instructions You will be asked to turn the illumination source off and on while sample images of the background are being captured When finished the flat field correction will be on Tum off FFC Suspend the use of FFC by selecting Turn Off Flat Field Correction also in the Tools menu see below The FFC is not destroyed and can be turned on again Tum on FFC Resume the use of FFC by selecting Turn On Flat Field Correction also in the Tools menu see below Delete FFC Permanently disable the current FFC by reselecting Create Apply Flat Field Correction m Jurn Off or Turn On Fia
2. Capture single multiple image s Figure 4 2 PixeLINK Capture Quick Reference PL A662 options shown Note e Not all options are available on all cameras Figures show options for the PL A662 color camera PL A654 color imaging module e A camera can be controlled by only one application at a time e PixeL INK Capture can control only one camera at a time e Other FireWire devices can be used at the same time as the camera up to the capacity of the FireWire bus If you need to make multiple FireWire connections refer to Section 2 1 on page 5 for guidelines Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE PAGE 17 Stop Start Video Toggle Button Click to Stop or Start the video display in the preview window The preview window opens when the video display is started and closes when the video display is stopped By default the preview window is the same size as the image 4 6 Adjusting the Image 4 6 1 Selecting the Image Size The full field of view FFOV of the camera is 1280 x 1024 pixels The image can be all of this area or a selected portion of it as shown in Figure 4 3 below 0 0 1280 0 Portion displayed in the preview window Full Field of View 0 1024 1280 1024 Figure 4 3 The Full Field of View and the Displayed Image To select the image size From the Size drop do
3. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Infra red Graphics file type extension lossy compressed 24 bit color image storage format developed by the Joint Photographic Experts Group Megabyte Megahertz Open Host Controller Interface Personal Computer Peripheral Component Interconnect The window used to display images on the screen The default size is the same number of rows and columns as in the image Random Access Memory Standard for encoding color images Red Green Blue Region of Interest The subwindow on the image sensor where data will be collected Read Only Memory The Camera s image sensing chip The area exposed on the imager not a window defined for viewing the image on the screen Tagged Image File Format An image capture standard typically used as an interface between image processing software and a camera or scanner piXeLINK Release 3 2 Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 40 Appendix B PixeLINK Capture APPENDIX B PIXELINK CAPTURE PRESETS AND DEFAULTS Presets and Defaults Property All of the Camera properties listed below are stored when a preset is created see Section 4 6 2 6 page 22 and applied when a preset is used Default Value The value of the property when the camera is first installed the preset has not been set or the registry has been cleared Restore Camera Defaults Selecting Options gt Restore Camera Defaults will restore the ch
4. the Camera you are probably running Windows 98 First Edition Cancel the current installation and install one of the supported Windows operating systems listed in Section 1 3 on page 2 e If you receive a message that the Microsoft digital signature was not found see Figure 2 2 on page 8 click Yes 3 Windows will load the driver for the camera This driver was installed at the same time as the PixeLINK camera software You might need to wait a few seconds while Windows builds a driver information database Windows 2000 and XP only 4 Run the PixeLINK applications PixeLINK Capture and PL A6xx Application Developers Kits only briefly before logging out This will ensure initialization of the programs It is not necessary to run them under administrator privileges during subsequent sessions For more information see Section 3 5 on page 13 5 If you have more than one camera initialize all of them while still using Administrator privileges Detach the FireWire cable from the current camera and connect it to an uninitialized one Repeat as required Administrator privileges are not required for subsequent use of a camera 2 3 Uninstallation of the PixeLINK Camera Software 1 Exit all applications 2 In Windows Click Start then select Programs gt PixeLINK gt PL A6xx or the path selected in the installation procedure if it is different 3 Select the Uninstallation option for the software and follow the instr
5. 90 angle to the Camera The tripod mounts are specific to the type of camera Table 3 1 Tripod Mount Selection Table For this camera Use this tripod mount PL A641 PL 642 PL A661 PL 662 PL 640 660 CAMERA 1 4 20 MOUNT PL A633 PL 634 PL A653 PL 654 PL MODULE 1 4 20 MOUNT For more information contact your PixeLINK vendor or visit the PixeLINK Web site at http www pixelink com Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 3 CAMERA HARDWARE Pace 13 The camera is fitted with an integrated IR filter Minor Cleaning of the IR Filter 1 Carefully apply puffs of dry compressed air to move particles off the center of the glass 2 Remove oils with a swab moistened with reagent grade isopropyl alcohol The swab should be damp but not dripping Caution Do not use acetone to clean the IR filter PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved Pace 14 SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE PixeLINK Capture 4 1 Introduction PixeLINK Capture is a real time interactive application for the PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera Functions include Viewing a video image Adjusting and setting imaging parameters Capturing images and storing them as bitmap TIFF JPEG or raw image data files Capturing AVI video clips What
6. CTRL C or lt space gt Auto exposure CTRL E Auto white CTRL W balance The shortcuts are enabled when the control window is the active window Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 5 USING THE CAMERA WITH TWAIN PAGE 37 Using the Camera with TWAIN 5 1 Introduction Images can be captured directly from the camera into popular programs such as Microsoft Word Adobe Photoshop and CorelDRAW using the PixeLINK TWAIN Interface The image capture process with the PixeLINK TWAIN interface is simple but the exact steps necessary to open a TWAIN interface are specific to each application Consult the application manuals and help files for instructions Often applications regard TWAIN enabled devices such as PixeLINK cameras as being distinct from digital cameras sometimes categorizing them as scanners 5 2 Using the Camera Make sure that the PixeLINK camera software is installed see Section 2 on page 5 then follow the three steps listed below 1 Setup Connect the camera and open your application Ensure no other program is accessing the camera 2 Open the PixeLINK TWAIN interface This is specific to each application Refer to the documentation and help for your application 3 Capture the image Adjust image settings and capture the image see page 37 5 3 Capturing an Image The TWAIN preview and settings w
7. Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved Pace 12 SECTION 3 CAMERA HARDWARE 3 2 FireWire Connectors Each PixeLINK camera has two FireWire connectors ports allowing several FireWire devices to be daisy chained The number of devices that may be managed simultaneously depends on the total bandwidth and may be limited by the processing capabilities of the host computer Note that PXxeL VK Capture will control only one camera at once The computer s FireWire bus can supply power to the camera if the computer has a six pin FireWire connector and the total power demand on the bus does not exceed the bus capacity Some systems such as laptop computers or those with several FireWire devices daisy chained require an external 12 V supply to power the camera An external power supply can be connected to the FireWire bus Imaging modules are also capable of having an external power supply attached directly to a power header 3 4 Attaching Lenses and Tripods The camera can be fitted with a standard C mount lens or attached to a microscope with a suitable coupler Simply attach the lens or connect to the microscope using the threaded lens mount indicated in Figure 3 2 on page 11 The back of the camera has three 4 40 screw holes for the attachment of a mounting fixture such as a tripod PixeLINK offers custom mounting fixtures for attaching a tripod with a standard 14 20 screw threading at a
8. Capture Automatically display a captured image in a new static window immediately after capture a Capture Full Frame 1280 x 1024 Capture a full frame image regardless of the size of the preview image or the location of the preview image in the full field of view a Apply Overlay On Captured Images Add a bitmap such as a company logo or a timestamp to the captured images To specify the bitmap location go to the Tools menu and select Set Bitmap Overlay see page 32 Selecting this option does not superimpose the bitmap overlay on the preview window To do this go to the Tools menu and select Apply Overlay to Image Preview see page 31 This option does not apply to images captured in JPEG jpg format Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE Ej Capture Settings J Auto Increment File Name Preview Image After Capture Capture Full Frame 1280 x 1024 Apply Overlay On Captured Images Save Images With 10 Bits Pixel Image Enhancement Histogram Stretch v Multiple Frame Capture f Sum Average io Number of Frames z Time Lapse Capture v Enable Time Lapse n Auto Exposure Before Each Frame Capture Capture One Frame Every 6 Second For o Second Close Figure 4 10 Capture Settings About Bitmap Ov
9. PixeLINK Capture defaults 30 40 Power 1 3 5 6 12 Presets 15 22 29 38 40 Preview window 14 15 17 18 21 24 26 27 28 31 32 38 39 40 41 Saturation 18 19 21 31 40 Serial number 34 42 45 Snapshot sound switching on or off 27 31 Technical Support 45 TIFF files 14 23 25 39 Time lapse capture 26 41 Tripods 12 Troubleshooting 42 TWAIN 1 2 3 15 22 37 38 39 Video compression 28 Video source 30 41 White balance 1 16 18 20 21 30 40 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera User s Manual
10. Serial Number 18970 Figure 4 1 Selecting a Camera When you first start PixeLINK Capture the application opens a control window and a preview window showing a 640 x 480 image Note PixeLINK Capture launches with the control settings that were in use when it or the PixeLINK Capture TWAIN interface was last closed 4 4 Using PixeLINK Capture PixeLINK Capture allows the quick and easy adjustment and capture of digital images The most frequently used functions are easily accessible in the PixeLINK Capture control window These functions perform three major tasks Viewing the image turning the preview image on and off e See Section 4 5 on page 17 Adjusting the image properties including applying and managing settings and presets e See Section 4 6 on page 17 Capturing a still image or video clip e Still images See Section 4 7 on page 23 e Video clips See Section 4 8 on page 27 Figure 4 2 on page 16 provides a quick reference for the functions in the control window Additional functions and options are available through the menu bar see Section 4 10 on page 29 PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 16 SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE Basic Procedure for Adjusting and Capturing a Still Image 1 Adjust the exposure near the top of the control window 2 Correct the white balance or gain middle of the window 3 Capture the imag
11. Signature Not Found x The Microsoft digital signature affirms that software has been tested with Windows and that the software has not been altered since it was tested The software you are about to install does not contain a Microsoft digital signature Therefore there is no guarantee that this software works correctly with Windows Unknown software package If you want to search for Microsoft digitally signed software visit the Windows Update Web site at http Awindowsupdate microsoft com to see if one is available Do you want to continue the installation No More Info Figure 2 2 Digital Signature Not Found 2 2 3 Installing the PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera Because the camera uses a FireWire bus the computer does not need to be switched off during camera connection or disconnection 1 Login to the computer if necessary Windows 2000 and XP only Administrator privileges are required for the first connection of a camera initialization Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 2 INSTALLATION PAGE 9 2 Connect the FireWire cable to the camera and the computer s FireWire port You may use any available FireWire port on the computer or on the camera for the installation The operating system will detect the connection automatically Note e If Windows runs the Add New Hardware Wizard after you plug in
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13. driver and it will ask you to browse to find it Find the driver select it and continue with the installation 13 Click Finish to complete the installation of the card 14 Proceed to Section 2 2 2 below to complete the installation of the Kit 2 2 2 Installing the PixeLINK Camera Software Windows 2000 and XP only To install or uninstall a PixeLINK Camera Kit you must be logged in to an account with administrator privileges This is not required for usage of the camera Contact your system administrator for details 1 Exit all applications 2 Load the PixeLINK software Either e Insert the PixeLINK CD or e Download the PixeLINK camera software from http support pixelink com 3 The interactive installation program will run automatically see Figure 2 1 on page 8 Click Install This Product to install the software 4 Follow the instructions as they appear Note If you receive a message that the Microsoft digital signature was not found see Figure 2 2 on page S click Yes This will not affect the performance of the software or camera PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 8 SECTION 2 INSTALLATION Install Acrobat Reader 4 05 View User s Manual Megapixel FireWire Camera Release 3 2 All Rights Reserved EX Copyright 2004 PixeLINK www pixelink com Figure 2 1 Installation Screen Digital
14. information Area White Balance For the PL A641 camera only To calculate and set the color m levels of the entire image according the levels present in a small area click the iR Area White Balance button shown at left then click and drag the mouse in the preview window to define the area Recommended areas have an even coloration consisting of light or gray pixels 7 26 option is available only while the video display is running 4 6 2 3 Gain Monochrome Cameras only Make the video stream appear darker or lighter by moving the Gain slider or entering a value in the box at the end of the slider bar Valid values range from 0 69 dark to 2 74 light Default PL A661 camera 1 0 PL A641 camera 2 0 For monochrome cameras this slider appears in place of the White Balance controls shown in Figure 4 2 on page 16 4 6 2 4 Saturation Color Cameras only Increase or decrease the saturation value by moving the Saturation slider or entering a value in the box at the end of the slider bar Valid values range from Mono Less color PL A662 PL A642 cameras respectively 0 to Full color 1 99 Default PL A662 camera 0 76 PL A642 camera 0 55 Tip To view a fully monochrome preview image with a PL A642 camera go to the Options menu and select Set Preview Window then choose Monochrome see page 31 4 6 2 5 Gamma Increase or decrease the gamma correction value by moving the Gamma slider or entering a value in the
15. ACC Please contact your local PixeLINK dealer for more information 1 4 OEM Customizability Custom applications can be created for the camera by using the PixeLINK Camera Application Programming Interface API This API is available in all PixeLINK Megapixel Firewire Camera Developer s Kits and as a standalone Software Development Kit SDK Please contact your local PixeLINK product vendor for more information on pricing and availability of PixeLINK Developer s Kits and SDKs The camera can also be controlled by some Microsoft DirectShow applications 1 5 Third Party Applications PixeLINK Cameras can be used with a variety of third party applications Specialized Applications Several manufacturers have designed their software specifically to work with the unique features of PixeLINK cameras For a current list of these applications visit the PixeLINK Web site at http www pixelink com Home and Office Applications Many popular programs such as Microsoft Word Adobe Photoshop and CorelDRAW use a TWAIN interface to allow basic camera control and image capture from within the application software For more information See Section 5 on page 37 Multimedia Applications PixeLINK cameras can be controlled by some custom applications using Microsoft DirectShow 1 6 Camera Accessories Accessories such as tripod mounts lenses laptop accessory kits and foot switches are available from PixeLINK For a current list of acce
16. Camera If you have never installed a FireWire device read these guidelines before connecting the PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera Install the software before connecting the camera for the first time You do not need to power down the computer to connect or disconnect a FireWire device nor do you need to reboct after this is done Do not make more than one connection between the camera and the computer If you duplicate a connection the equipment will not be able to communicate properly and the system may crash If you connect more than two FireWire devices make sure that you do not create a functional loop This will have the same consequences as making a duplicate connection between a single camera and the computer For example if you connect device A to device B and device B to device C you should not connect device A directly to device C Note that PXxeL VK Capture will not control multiple cameras through a single control window Other FireWire devices can be used at the same time as the camera up to the capacity of the FireWire bus The computer s FireWire bus can supply power to the camera if the computer has a six pin FireWire connector and the total power demand on the bus does not exceed the bus capacity Note that some laptops have four pin FireWire connectors these do not provide power to the camera from the computer An external power supply can be connected to the FireWire bus Note Do not connect the camera b
17. Capture GUI DLL The version of the PixeLINK Capture DLL software Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE PAGE 35 Megapixel FireWire Camera Release 3 2 This software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group All Rights Reserved nm Copyright 2004 PixeLIHK www pixelink com Imager Type PixeLINK 1394 Camera Color EC Serial Number 17645 FPGA Version 8 Firmware Version 3 1 26 0 Driver Yersion 3 2 0 0 API Version 3 2 0 0 GUI Version 3 2 1 GUI DLL 3 2 1 0 Figure 4 14 About PixeLINK Capture Note PixeLINK Capture can control one camera at a time However multiple cameras can be controlled simultaneously by other methods such as opening PixeLINK Capture once for each camera or by using custom applications created with the PixeLINK Camera API included in the PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera Developer s Kits If several PixeLINK Capture control windows are open in a single session the values saved for the next session are those from the last PixeLINK Capture control window to be closed in the current session PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 36 SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE 4 11 Keyboard Shortcuts Save time by using these Keyboard Shortcuts Action Shortcut Capture image
18. Capture Settings Change the image capture settings This is the same as clicking Settings in the control window For more information refer to page 23 Capture Capture a still image or images This is the same as clicking Snapshot or Start in the control window For more information refer to page 27 Capture AVI Capture a video clip in AVI format Select this option to specify the name of the AVI file and the number of frames to be captured in the clip and start the clip capture For more information see Section 4 8 on page 27 Delete Presets Remove old or unused presets from list of available presets For more information about creating applying and deleting presets refer to page 22 Exit Shut down PixeLINK Capture Options Menu Set Subwindow Position Reposition the image within the full field of view The current image location that is the subwindow appears as a red frame superimposed on the full field of view from the camera Drag the frame to reposition the image then release the mouse button to set the new location See Figure 4 3 on page 17 Default Center Moving the image in this fashion simulates a digital pan tilt function This option is not available when the selected image size is 640 x 512 Full FOV or 1280 x 1024 since these resolutions represent the full field of view Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Pixe LINK All Rights Reserved User s Manu
19. P i e LINK MAKING DIGITAL IMAGING SIMPLE Megapixel FireWire Camera User s Manual Release 3 2 Copyright O 2000 2004 PixeLINK All Rights Reserved PixeLINK 3030 Conroy Road e Ottawa Ontario e K1G 6C2 e Canada e Tel 613 247 1211 e Fax 613 247 2001 Email Web Site ii PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera User s Manual Copyright Notice Release 3 2 Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK All rights reserved This document contains proprietary and confidential information of PixeLINK The contents of this document may not be copied nor duplicated in any form in whole or in part without prior written consent from PixeL INK By purchasing this product the Purchaser s and or any subsequent legitimate owner s of the product henceforth referred to as the Purchaser agree s to abide by the terms of this Agreement and read and recognize the following set of definitions appertaining to the intellectual property items and trademark references as can be found throughout this User s Manual PixeLINK provides the information and data included in this document for the Purchaser s benefit but it is not possible for PixeLINK to entirely verify and test all of this information in all circumstances particularly information relating to non PixeLINK manufactured products PixeLINK makes no warranties or representations relating to the quality content or adequacy of this information Every effort has been made to ensure the acc
20. Pentium shall henceforth refer to an Intel Pentium microprocessor Windows shall henceforth refer to a Microsoft Windows operating system The above Sections set forth Terms and Conditions compliance with which constitutes a mandatory prerequisite for owning and or using the product for which the manual was created It is the Purchaser s responsibility to ensure that the information contained within the Sections is maintained as a part of the User s Manual at all times should the Purchaser discover that the page s containing the Sections is are missing and or was not provided with the User s Manual and or become illegible PixeLINK should be contacted as soon as possible and the Sections requested PixeL INK shall not be held liable for any and all copyright violations that may ensue in relation to its products and or the consequences of their intended and unintended usage January 2004 Part Number 03623 05 Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual ili Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in acc
21. Standards to which conformity is declared EN55024 1998 EN55022 1998 For Class B EN61000 3 2 1995 EN61000 3 3 1995 Manufacturer s Name and Address Pixel INK 3030 Conroy Road Ottawa Ontario K1G 6C2 Canada Type of Equipment PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera Model Number Originally tested on PL A642 also applies to models with no material difference that is PL A641 PL A661 PL A662 First Year of CE Conformity 2001 PL A642 This is to certify that the PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera meets or exceeds the standards for CE compliance per the Council Directives noted above Pertinent testing documentation is available for verification PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved iv TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 1 1 The PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera 1 1 2 Topics Covered in this Manual nnne 2 1 3 System Requirements suuin cuna snena pauan eaen RE DRE eel Daan E pini nin 2 1 4 ais Ke rowlrzlv E 3 1 5 Third Party AppliCatiOns 1 2 ina dt viens nre Lo ran fes etu lacu rona chen bua E x aaan aa iaasa 3 1 6 C mera sec ctm 3 1 7 Related PixeLINK Documentation eeeesseseeeeeneene enne nnne 4 2 Installation 5 2 1 Notes on Connecting the PixeLINK Camera 5 2 2 Installation Procedure ceo ioa cua toi te ter rte ceti heure sentes tena rura enia
22. You See Is What You Get PixeLINK Capture works by streaming real time high quality video to a preview window in which the image size color and exposure can be adjusted interactively through an easy to use control window prior to image capture For the advanced user PixeLINK Capture also offers options of more complex image enhancements as the picture is being captured to disk such as calculations that involve several sequential frames 4 2 Camera Models Because PixeLINK Capture is backward compatible it works with all PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire camera models PL A631 though PL A662 Options applicable to specific camera types or models are noted 4 3 Starting PixeLINK Capture To launch PixeLINK Capture from Windows Click Start then select Programs gt PixeLINK gt PL A6xx gt PL A6xx Capture or the path selected in the installation procedure Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE PAGE 15 If only one camera is connected PixeLINK Capture will select it automatically If more than one is connected the program offers a list of available cameras see Figure 4 1 below Select a camera from the list Because a camera can be controlled by only one application at a time any cameras that are already in use by other applications are ignored EE EUITU TENES Index 0 Serial Number 17645 Index 1
23. age 7 If the wizard informs you that it failed to install the new driver verify that you are using one of the supported Windows operating systems see Section 1 3 on page 2 PixeLINK lolx action vew e gt am ea I Computer H Disk drives E Display adapters 5 DYD CD ROM drives Floppy disk controllers amp Floppy disk drives D IDE ATA ATAPI controllers fg IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers B Imaging devices A A A D E 3 PixeLINK Firewire Camera Release 4 8 Keyboards TA Mice and other pointing devices 3 Monitors Bi Network adapters qp Sound video and game controllers Bl System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers E A A H amp E Figure C 2 Checking the Imaging Device Driver Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 44 APPENDIX D PIXELINK IMAGING MODULE AND CAMERA MODELS Appendix D PixeLINK Imaging Module and Camera Models Because PixeLINK software is backward compatible it works with all PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Imaging Module and Camera models PL A631 though PL A662 D 1 Functional Relationship Between PixeLINK Imaging Modules and Cameras A PixeLINK imaging module board level camera can perform all of the functions of the equivalent model of PixeLINK camera that is a PL A654 color imaging module can do the same things as a PL A662 color camera However cer
24. al PAGE 30 Release 3 2 SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE Set Light Source Color Cameras only Correct image color according to the lighting conditions Select the option that most closely approximates the lighting conditions Options are Incandescent Fluorescent 1 Fluorescent 2 Outdoors Default Incandescent Set Light Source is independent of white balance correction The light source option is applied to the raw image data during translation of the data to the correct format for display and capture that is RGB format White balance is applied after this translation Set Flip Mode Reverse the image horizontally Horizontal Flip vertically Vertical Flip or both Default Both off To rotate the image by 180 degrees select both horizontal and vertical flip Set White Point Color Cameras only Select an off white shade to be corrected to white in the White Balance In true white the colors red green and blue are present in equal intensities and at their maximum values In an off white shade the intensities of these colors are not equal or are equal but not at maximum that is gray Manually selecting an off white shade for the white point allows the red green and blue intensities to be specified with greater precision for the White Balance color correction For more information about White Balance refer to Section 4 6 2 2 on page 20 On the displayed color bar see Figure 4 12 below the current whit
25. all portion of the image should be near white For the PL A642 camera the Automatic White Balance function adjusts the colors based on the average color of the entire scene To ensure that the colors can be balanced correctly the entire image should be near white when performing a white balance Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE PAGE 21 Of special interest to microscopists e In brightfield microscopy using transmitted light if the background illumination is visible there is often enough of this illumination for an accurate color balance If the sample completely fills the image move the sample to allow a small amount of background illumination to show in the image Otherwise the automatic white balance will not yield accurate results e In reflected light microscopy a small portion of the scene must be white for the automatic white balance to be accurate Place a piece of white paper in the field of view when performing the white balance if there is no white present Manual White Point Selection The white point is the off white color that appears where the image should be white This color can be imparted for a number of reasons If this color can be readily identified visually it can be selected manually for the white balance function Go to the Options menu and select Set White Point See page 30 for more
26. box at the end of the slider bar Valid values range from 0 01 to 2 00 To turn off gamma correction enter a value of 1 Default 0 85 PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 22 SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE 4 6 2 6 Presets Presets are custom configurations of PixeLI VK Capture settings When a preset is applied the AixeLINK Capture controls change to the values stored in that preset See Figure 4 6 below Presets Save Default m r Capture Figure 4 6 Presets Create a preset With PixeLINK Capture settings adjusted as desired click Save Specify a name for the preset and click OK Apply a preset Select the desired preset from the drop down list The factory default settings can be applied by selecting Default Delete a preset Go to the File menu and select Delete Presets Choose the preset to be deleted and click Delete Presets are shared with the PixeLINK Capture TWAIN interface see Section 5 on page 37 PixeLINK Capture launches with the control settings that were in use when it or the PixeLINK Capture TWAIN interface was last closed 4 6 2 7 Focus Meter Of special interest to microscopists l For scenes that have a shallow depth of field such as microscope slides the Focus Sg Meter located at the bottom of the PixeLI VK Capture control window gives a general indication of the quality
27. ctronics Engineers Incorporated in the United States and or other countries FireWire is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries Microsoft DirectShow and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries 77FF is a trademark or registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and or other countries 7WAJVis a trademark or registered trademark of the TWAIN Working Group in the United States and or other countries All other products brand names company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners Definition of Terms This Section is intended to define certain terminology used in this User s Manual while ensuring proper attribution and honoring of any and all trademarks and intellectual property items in terms of attribution to their respective owners as mentioned in this User s Manual The Purchaser shall hereby recognize the following definitions set herein as can be found throughout this User s Manual Camera shall henceforth refer to a PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera or Imaging Module Ait shall henceforth refer to a PixeLINK Camera Kit AP shall henceforth refer to a PixeLINK Camera Application Programming Interface FireWire and 1394 shall henceforth refer to the IEEE 1394a interface specification DirectShow shall henceforth refer to the Microsoft DirectShow multimedia software
28. e buttons on the bottom of the window Select Image Size 320 x 240 800 x 600 m Stop Start Video 640 x 480 1024 x 768 4 640 x 512 Full FOV 1280 x 1024 Ele Options Tools Help i E Size z 640 x 480 x Set White Balance Cool Blue to pic x esae Set Exposure Time ms ni lt Manuall Based on Region e h Em Low a Z Automatically Auto 4 PL A632 PL A634 oo 50 0 ms 3000 AEOn i w A 3 Conti Aut Ed py A642 only J Vr Automatically White Balance Auto fr FA Not Shown Monochrome only Cool Warm Set Gain Brightness Dark to Light 3 Saturation Moro Full color Store Camera Settings P Gamma Q MS To store settings click Save Set Saturation Mono O and create a setting name 7 M he To apply settings select from to Full color 1 99 00 20 f the drop down list Presets ci Save Defaut X Focus Black vertical bar Best recent focus Settings Snapshot ge level Set Gamma 0 01 to 2 00 m Focus Meter E Red horizontal bar Current focus level x Manually adjust the focus until the red bar Manually adjust the f til the red b CAMy Pictures data bmp reaches the black bar To Capture Images O D Save As Specify a name location and type for the image file Q Settings Select the Capture Settings Options 3 Snapshot Start
29. e Frame Capture Click to save multiple images or a repeatedly refreshed single image in the location specified in Save As on page 23 according to the time options specified in Settings on page 23 To switch the Snapshot sound on or off go to the Options menu and select or deselect Sounds 4 8 Capturing a Video Clip In addition to capturing still images as snapshots of the preview window AixeLINK Capture can capture AVI format clips from the preview window video stream To capture a video clip 1 Go to the File menu and select Capture AVI This opens the Video Clip Capture box Figure 4 11 on page 28 2 Specify the AVI filename and either specify the number of frames to capture or select Capture frames until told to stop Note that the video data is not compressed so depending on the number of frames captured the AVI file could be large PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 28 SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE 3 Click Start Clip Capture To stop a video clip capture already in progress Click Stop Clip Capture Ej video Clip Capture x CANI Filename Ic My Pictures S ample avi 10 Number of frames to capture Capture frames until told to stop Start Clip Capture Figure 4 11 Video Clip Capture About Video Clip Capture e The capture process is performed in two stages n the first
30. e LINK PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera User s Manual APPENDIX B PIXELINK CAPTURE PRESETS AND DEFAULTS PAGE 41 Property Default Value Restore Reset Camera Preview Defaults Window Apply Overlay On Captured Images Save Images with 10 Bits Pixel No Image Enhancement Histogram Stretch No Multiple Frame Capture No Sum Average Sum Number of Frames 1 Time Lapse Capture No Enable Time Lapse Auto Exposure Before Each Frame No Capture Capture One Frame Every Number of 6 seconds between captures For Total duration of time lapse 60 captures in seconds Options Menu Set Subwindow Position Start Column Centered Set Subwindow Position Start Row Centered 4 Set Light Source Incandescent Jv Horizontal Flip No flip s Vertical Flip No flip v White point RGB value for Blue 242 s White point RGB value for Green 242 4 White point RGB value for Red 242 Jv Set Preview Window to Color 4 Set Video Preview Acceleration to Standard PL A661 and PL A662 Cameras 12 MHz P4 PL A641 and PL A642 Cameras 16 MHz Reset Preview Window Vv Height Image height Width Image width 4 Top Same top position as control window Jv Left Just to right of control window 4 Always On Top No Tools Menu Apply Overlay to Image Preview No Set Bitmap Overlay Name of the PixeLINKLogo bmp file of appropriate bitmap over
31. e corresponding slot cover if present located at the back of the chassis Insert the card into the selected PCI slot Make sure that the card is fitted securely Replace the cover screw to ground the card firmly to the PC chassis Replace the cover Reconnect the keyboard mouse monitor and power cord Plug in the power and switch on the computer Windows 2000 and XP only Login to the computer using an account with administrator privileges Windows will automatically detect the card and run the Add New Hardware Wizard This wizard will search for a Texas Instruments OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394 Host Controller Click Next PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 2 INSTALLATION PAGE 7 9 Select Search for the best driver for your device Click Next 10 The wizard will then ask for locations to search for the drivers Clear all of the check boxes and dick Next 11 When asked What do you want to install select The updated driver Click Next 12 When the wizard finds the driver check that the driver location is Windows path gt inf 1394 inf where Windows path is the location of your Windows program files Click Next If the wizard does not find the driver it will need to be installed from your Windows CD When prompted insert the Windows CD and click OK Note that if you click too quickly Windows will not be able to find the
32. e point color is indicated by a red rectangle The rectangle with the W has a light gray background color with all three RGB components of equal intensity Default Light Gray RGB 242 242 242 To select a new white point click one of the color swatch boxes Click Okay to save the selection Cancel Figure 4 12 Select White Point Color Restore Camera Defaults Restore PixeLINK Capture to its default settings See Appendix B on page 40 for more information PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera Pixe LINK User s Manual All Rights Reserved SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE PAGE 31 4 10 3 PixeLINK Set Preview Window to PL A642 Cameras only Select a Color or Monochrome display for the video preview Since the Saturation function in the control window does not remove all color for the PL A642 camera use this option to view a fully monochrome preview image with this model see Section 4 6 2 4 on page 21 Default Color Set Video Preview Acceleration to Adjust the frame rate of the video preview by increasing or decreasing the camera s clock speed according to the settings shown in Table 4 3 below On older computers color bands may appear in the preview image due to data lost as the computer tries to keep up with the higher speed of the camera To remove these bands reduce the video preview acceleration rate Table 4 3 Video Preview Acceleration Settings Clock Speed Set
33. ears for PL A661 and PL A662 Cameras only It indicates the maximum exposure time that can be used without reducing the frame rate under the current settings Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE Pace 19 Table 4 2 Examples of Maximum Exposure Time PL A641 and PL A642 Cameras only Video Preview Acceleration Setting Accelerated Standard Moderate Image Size 24 MHz 16 MHz 12 MHz 640 x 480 33 3 ms 50 0 ms 66 6 ms 1280 x 1024 71 0 ms 106 5 ms 142 0 ms Y DER RA m Auto 0 0 100 5 ms 300 0 AE On White Balance Figure 4 4 Exposure Controls Auto Exposure Click Auto to set the exposure time automatically PixeLINK Capture adjusts the exposure time to improve the image intensity for viewing This option is available only while the video display is running AE On Continuous Auto Exposure Select AE On to adjust the exposure time automatically to accommodate continuous changes in the video stream This control is similar to automatic gain control in analog cameras This option is not available for PL A641 and PL A642 Cameras pihaan e Eu Darker lo B Lighter M AE On White Balance Figure 4 5 Exposure Controls with AE On As shown in Figure 4 5 above when AE On is selected the exposure slider changes from a time scale to an indicator of light intensity ranging fro
34. eckmarked properties to the default values sometimes based on sensor type See Section 4 10 2 page 29 Reset Preview Window Selecting Options gt Reset Preview Window will restore the checkmarked properties to the default values See Section 4 10 2 page 29 Table B 1 PixeLINK Capture Presets and Defaults Property Control Window Default Value Restore Camera Defaults Reset Preview Window Save As Dialog Box Location of capture file My Pictures folder State of the preview stopped Playing playing or paused Image size 640 x 480 v Exposure in milliseconds PL A661 and PL A662 Cameras 50 ms S PL A641 and PL A642 Cameras 25 ms AE On Continuous auto exposure No White Balance Slider Midpoint Jv White Balance Blue Gain Value PL A662 Cameras 1 96x Vv PL A642 Cameras 2 8x White Balance Green Gain Value PL A662 Cameras 1 0x PL A642 Cameras 2 0x White Balance Red Gain Value PL A662 Cameras 1 09x Vv PL A642 Cameras 2 3x Gain Mono PL A661 Cameras 1 0x Vv PL A641 Cameras 2 0x Saturation PL A662 Cameras 0 76 S PL A642 Cameras 0 55 Gamma 0 85 v Name of capture file data file format File format Capture Settings Dialog Box bmp Auto Increment File Name No Preview Image After Capture No Capture Full Frame No Release 3 2 Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK All Rights Reserved PiX
35. efore the camera software is installed or the software will not install correctly PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 6 2 2 SECTION 2 INSTALLATION Installation Procedure The Kit is installed in this order 1 2 3 FireWire Adapter Card if required page 6 PixeLINK Camera Software page 7 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera page 8 The entire procedure should take only a few minutes To avoid problems please read all instructions before you start 2 2 1 Installing the FireWire Adapter Card Desktop Computers Note For Laptops that do not have FireWire capability use the PixeLINK Accessory PL LAPTOP ACC An OHCI PCI FireWire IEEE 1394 adapter card is included in each PixeLINK Megapixel Firewire Camera Kit If your desktop computer already has a FireWire connector proceed to Section 2 2 2 on page 7 otherwise follow the directions below 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Release 3 2 Shut down Windows Click the Windows Start button then select Shut Down From the list of options select Shut Down When the computer has powered down disconnect the power cord keyboard mouse and monitor Ground yourself by touching some grounded metal using an antistatic mat grounding cord or other grounding device then open the cover of the computer Locate an available PCI slot and remove th
36. erlay Images e The bitmap must be a bmp file in 24 bit RGB format X PAGE 25 The overlay image is placed in the upper left corner of the frame e Any white areas RGB 255 255 255 in the overlay image are treated as transparent that is the preview image will show through them e An overlay image will not be resized if the size of the preview image is changed However if the PixeLINK logo supplied with PixeLINK Capture is used as the overlay image the application will replace the current overlay image with one that is appropriately sized for the new preview image User defined overlay images can be customized for each preview image size by using the same file naming conventions as indicated in Figure 4 13 on page 32 m Save Images With 10 Bits Pixel If the Save As file type is tif or raw select this option to save the image in a 10 bits per pixel format Otherwise it will be saved in an 8 bits per pixel format PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera User s Manual piXe LINK Release 3 2 Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 26 SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE a Image Enhancement Histogram Stretch This option improves the contrast of muddy images by 1 Detecting the minimum and maximum pixel values in the input image 2 Calculating a linear conversion that maps the minimum intensity value to full black and the maximum intensity value to full white and 3 Creating an enhanced image by conv
37. erting all of the pixels of the input image accordingly This has the effect of stretching out the pixel values to the widest possible range thereby increasing contrast in the image Multiple Frame Capture This option allows the image to be enhanced by using data from several sequential images To be effective image enhancements involving multiple frame capture require that the subject be as still as possible for the duration of the image capture If Multiple Frame Capture is selected choose Sum or Average and the number of frames to process Sum Brighten and enhance contrast in an image taken in a dark environment by adding the pixel values in several frames Average Reduce the effects of noise in the image by averaging the pixel values over several frames Number of Frames Enter the number of frames to Sum or Average Valid values range from 1 to 99 frames Note Unlike other PixeLINK Capture settings the effects of Image Enhancement options are not viewable in the preview window The calculations required for these advanced functions would slow down a real time video preview Instead they are performed as the image is captured to disk m ime Lapse Capture Enable Time Lapse Select to capture a series of still frames When this option is selected Auto Increment File Name is selected automatically allowing captured images to be stored in sequentially numbered files To allow new time lapse image to overwrite t
38. ese eene nnne nnne 1 Table 3 1 Tripod Mount Selection Table sescenti nnn nnn 12 Table 4 1 Image Controls urca REB KR EEERR EXE iaaa EL nigis 18 Table 4 2 Examples of Maximum Exposure Time PL A641 and PL A642 Cameras only 19 Table 4 3 Video Preview Acceleration Settings nnnm 31 Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION PAGE 1 Introduction 1 1 The PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera PixeLINK 1 3 Megapixel FireWire IEEE 1394 Cameras offer a fast and affordable means of viewing and capturing high quality color or monochrome images on a desktop or laptop computer With a single FireWire cable the camera receives power and communicates with the computer providing real ease of use Included with each camera is AixeLINK Capture a software package that provides snapshot image capture and video capture button along with easy to use graphical controls for adjusting the camera s imaging parameters such as exposure white balance and Region of Interest ROT Images can also be captured directly into popular third party software packages that use TWAIN applications such as Microsoft Word Adobe Photoshop and CorelDRAW as well as packages that have been customized specifically for PixeLINK cameras Table 1 1 PixeL INK Megapixel FireWire Camera Models Camera Ty
39. he PixeL INK Camera 10 Figure 3 2 Camera Features Top VIGW iii 11 Figure 3 3 Camera Features Bottom View rr 11 Figure 4 1 Selecting a Camera 1 etienne tinere rns iii 15 Figure 4 2 PixeLINK Capture Quick Reference PL A662 options shown sseeeeeeem 16 Figure 4 3 The Full Field of View and the Displayed Image sseesseeneenenn menn 17 Figure 4 4 Exposure Controls 5 nitri pr ete nk rore eek te Rise kk ka Yee ERR EUR RR KR Fa E ERE CE EORR S citi 19 Figure 4 5 Exposure Controls with AE ON 19 dE dicli 22 Figure 4 7 Focus Meter and Status Bar nnne nennen nnne rnnt 22 Figure 4 8 Image Capture CONtrols iii 23 Figure 4 9 Select File to Capture L0 iii 24 Figure 4 10 Capture Settings 25 Figure 4 11 Video Clip Capture i nre itu tbe rk xus s Fan de pena EX AREE RENE LEER EERR XE e FR RR X RT aus 28 Figure 4 12 Select White Point Color iii 30 Figure 4 13 Select File to Use as Bitmap Overlay nnne 32 Figure 4 14 About Pixel INK CaptUre 222 coerente nhan eint nnn annu E SIR RR a ERR VR REL PR ERR RE aa Ea En Ba E aX RR Gus 35 Figure 5 1 PixeLINK TWAIN Preview and Settings Windows i 38 List of Tables Table 1 1 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera Models e
40. he filename and location of the bitmap use Set Bitmap Overlay also in the Tools menu see below Selecting this option does not superimpose the bitmap overlay on captured images To do this in the control window click Settings then select Apply Overlay On Captured Images see page 23 m Set Bitmap Overlay Specify the name and location of the bitmap overlay file see Figure 4 13 below About Bitmap Overlay Images e The bitmap must be a bmp file in 24 bit RGB format The overlay image is placed in the upper left corner of the frame e Any white areas RGB 255 255 255 in the overlay image are treated as transparent that is the preview image will show through them e An overlay image will not be resized if the size of the preview image is changed However if the PixeLINK logo supplied with PixeL VK Capture is used as the overlay image the application will replace the current overlay image with one that is appropriately sized for the new preview image User defined overlay images can be customized for each preview image size by using the same file naming conventions as indicated in Figure 4 13 below Select File to Use as Bitmap Overlay 21 xl Look in a Bin e E3 z PixeLINKLogo bmp EF le PixeLINKLogo_1024x768 bmp History Ir PixeLINKLogo 1280x1024 bmp le PixeLINKLogo_320x240 bmp a PixeLINKLogo_640x480 bmp a PixeLINKLogo_640x512FFOY bmp le PixeLINKLogo_800x600 bmp My Computer E
41. he previous image deselect Auto Increment File Name before capture This feature may be useful with a program that repeatedly polls a specific image file such as a webcam script Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE PAGE 27 Auto Exposure Before Each Frame Capture Select to apply Auto Exposure to each frame individually in a time lapse capture This is useful when lighting conditions will change during the period of time lapse capture Capture One Frame Every Enter the time period between captured frames minimum of 1 second maximum of 1000 hours and select a unit of time seconds minutes or hours For Enter the total time to run the capture minimum of 1 second maximum of 1000 hours and select a unit of time seconds minutes or hours Note Latencies delays inherent in the computer system can cause variations in the time periods between time lapse captured frames 4 7 3 Snapshot Start The button located at the bottom right of the control window is context sensitive depending on whether a single frame or a multiple frame image capture has been specified Snapshot Single Frame Capture Click to save an image in the location specified in Save As on page 23 If Auto Increment File Name was selected in Settings on page 23 the file suffix will increment by one Start Multipl
42. indows open by default when the TWAIN interface is activated as shown in Figure 5 1 on page 38 PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 38 SECTION 5 USING THE CAMERA WITH TWAIN 1 Adjut the image settings The functions accessible through the settings window perform in the same way as those in PixeLINK Capture with the following exceptions e No video clip AVI capture e Limited still image capture settings with no time lapse capture or image enhancement e No overlays or flat field correction For a description of the functions see Section 4 on page 14 Note that presets and the last used configuration of settings are shared with PixeLINK Capture The keyboard shortcuts also work with the PixeL INK TWAIN interface To close the settings window click Close The settings window can be reopened from the preview window by clicking Settings 2 Click Capture to acquire the image In some applications including Microsoft Word and CorelDRAW the PixeLINK TWAIN preview window closes automatically In others including Adobe Photoshop the PixeLINK TWAIN preview window remains open for further image captures and must be closed manually by clicking Close Disable automatic display of settings panel Select this option to prevent the settings window from opening automatically each time the PixeLINK TWAIN interface is activated This is u
43. lay file size for the image PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 42 APPENDIX C TROUBLESHOOTING Appendix C Troubleshooting When troubleshooting your camera please follow these steps 1 Disconnect the camera wait five seconds then reconnect it 2 Review the relevant sections of the documentation including the common solutions listed in the sections below 3 Check the PixeLINK Web site http www pixelink com for new software or firmware and for applicable technical information such as the Frequently Asked Questions List or Application Notes 4 Carefully document the problem you are experiencing noting any warning or error messages that may appear during operation 5 Have your camera s serial number and other identifying information at hand The serial number can be found on bottom of the camera other information can be found on the About screen in the PixeLINK Capture 6 Contact your PixeLINK reseller C 1 Installation Error If you receive the error message shown in Figure C 1 below logout of the system and login using an account with administrator privileges Reinsert the Kit CD PixeLINK tm B x AN Setup failed to launch installation engine Class not registered Figure C 1 Installation Error Message C 2 Control of a Camera by Multiple Applications A camera cannot be controlled by more than
44. m Darker to Lighter and the box below the slider indicates the percentage of saturation to be applied valid values range from 1 to 20 Default Off This option is available only while the video display Is running Occasionally due to certain lighting conditions and subject size compared with the amount of background illumination the exposure may cycle from too bright to too dark If this occurs reduce the amount of background in the image by moving the subject PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 20 SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE adjust the exposure slider to another value or adjust the lens iris or microscope light levels if applicable Of special interest to microscopists Continuous Auto Exposure is particularly useful when viewing and capturing images with a variety of microscope objectives E Setting the exposure slider to Darker or 1 typically gives good results for bright field microscopy i O e The exposure control ignores rapid changes in intensity from bright to very dark for approximately three seconds allowing the microscope operator plenty of time to switch objectives e When the light intensity is detectable again the exposure control function resumes Typically the correct exposure should be attained in less than one second after the objective has been changed e If the objective is covered or the illumi
45. m the Microsoft Web Site http www microsoft com Hardware requirements m Microprocessor Recommended Pentium 4 or equivalent 1 5 GHz Minimum Pentium III or equivalent 450 MHz m Memory Recommended 128 MB RAM Minimum 64 MB RAM m Desktop resolution Recommended 1280 x 1024 Minimum VGA 640 x 480 m 30 MB of hard drive space m A video card with 24 bit or 32 bit True Color graphics capability at least 8 MB of video memory and the latest vendor driver installed m An installed FireWire OHCI compatible interface or one empty PCI slot Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION PAGE 3 Laptop Computers Only Because of the specialized hardware configurations of laptop computers they require additional installation considerations A preinstalled FireWire Cardbus card or a built in FireWire port An external 12 V DC power supply Check the connectors on the FireWire Cardbus card or built in FireWire port If the connectors have six pins the FireWire cable may be able to supply the necessary power to the camera refer to the computer s documentation for confirmation If the connectors have four pins the Camera will need an external power supply PixeLINK provides accessory kits for both FireWire enabled laptops product number PL 1394 LAPTOP ACC and laptops without FireWire ports product number PL LAPTOP
46. nation is turned off for more than three seconds the camera will attempt to use a longer exposure time When the light is turned back on it can take up to four seconds for the camera to reset the exposure 4 6 2 2 White Balance Color Cameras only About White Balance White Balance is the ability of the camera to interpret the color of an object that is illuminated with a particular type of light Some light sources such as sunlight or florescent light cast slightly colored hues Recommendation Adjust the image exposure and correctly set the light source type page 30 before performing a white balance Manual White Balance Adjust the color levels of the image toward the Cool more blue or Warm more red ends of the spectrum by moving the White Balance slider Default Midpoint Automatic White Balance Click Auto to calculate and set the white balance based on the color content of the current image This function detects portions of the image that should be white or light gray but might be slightly off colored It then adjusts the color balance of the entire image to optimize the colours of the image compared to those seen by the human eye This option is available only while the video display is running For the PL A662 camera the Automatic White Balance function adjusts the colors based on portions of the scene that are near white This gives a more accurate color balance To ensure that the colors can be balanced correctly a sm
47. ndc da 29 4 103 Tools Menus cR m raceteeley 31 4 10 4 Help Men imiinien cited passe rhet enn aaa 33 4 11 Keyboard Shortcuts nuit 36 5 Using the Camera with TWAIN 37 5 1 Hy rera tedio Pe E ETE 37 5 2 USING the Camera iiaiia m 37 Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS y 5 3 Captunngian Imag i piia ina T 37 Appendix A Glossary 39 Appendix B PixeLINK Capture Presets and Defaults 40 Appendix C Troubleshooting 42 C 1 Installati n Erro israse zia ia iaia 42 C 2 Control of a Camera by Multiple Applications sete eeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeees 42 C 3 Camera Not Detected Properly by WINdoWS nnn 42 Appendix D PixeLINK Imaging Module and Camera Models 44 D i Functional Relationship Between PixeLINK Imaging Modules and Cameras 44 D 2 Relating Imaging Module Models to Camera Models sese 44 TECHNICAL SUPPORT 45 INDEX 46 PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved vi LIST OF FIGURES List of Figures Figure 2 1 Installation SereeM TE end 8 Figure 2 2 Digital Signature Not Found 1 eeeeeee nennen nnn nennen nita inan hanh aha A ATES ERR ERR a aaa ena Rua Ea uu ns 8 Figure 3 1 T
48. of the current image focus level as compared to the focus level of previous images Use the Focus Meter to assist in manual focusing of the image As shown in Figure 4 7 below the black vertical bar shows the best focus achieved in recent images The red horizontal bar shows the current focus level To use the Focus Meter for manual focus slowly sweep the focal plane of the image from too close to too far and then adjust the focus until the red bar reaches the black bar Focus Meter EAMy Pictures data bmp 20 0 fps Figure 4 7 Focus Meter and Status Bar Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE PAGE 23 To minimize the impact of the focus meter on the host processor the focus meter only measures differences in the contrast of vertical lines in the image Images with only horizontal lines or features may cause the focus meter to show erroneous indications Switching off the Focus Meter To reduce the demand on the computer s processor switch off the Focus Meter Go to the Tools menu and deselect Enable Focus Meter 4 7 Capturing an Image Near the bottom of the PixeLINK Capture control window are the three buttons needed to capture an image see Figure 4 8 page below Apply them in this order 1 Save As Specify a name location and type for the image file page 23 2 Settings Selec
49. one application at once C 3 Camera Not Detected Properly by Windows If you plugged in the camera before installing the Kit software Windows might not have detected the camera or the driver might not have been installed Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual APPENDIX C TROUBLESHOOTING PAGE 43 To remedy this situation disconnect the camera wait five seconds then reconnect it Windows should automatically detect the connection The following procedure to check the status in the Device Manager applies to Windows 2000 Other versions of Windows have similar procedures To check the status 1 2 3 4 5 Connect the camera Click the Windows Start button Select Settings Control Panel Double click System Choose the Hardware tab then click Device Manager One of the categories should be Imaging Device or Imaging Devices Click the plus sign to the left of the category name If PixeLINK FireWire Camera Release 4 appears the driver is installed correctly see Figure C 2 below If the above procedure does not work 1 2 3 Disconnect the camera Uninstall the PixeLINK software according to the instructions in Section 2 3 on page 9 If your PixeLINK Kit software does not appear in the program list the program is not installed properly and should be reinstalled Follow the installation directions in Section 2 2 2 on p
50. ordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used to meet FCC emission limits PixeLINK is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables or connectors Unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation European Community CE Statement Directives 2001 95 EC General Product Safety Directive Self declared 89 336 EEC EMC Directive
51. pe Cameras Color Monochrome PL A661 J PL A662 4 PL A641 J PL A642 4 PixeLINK Imaging Modules Most sections of this User s Guide also apply to PixeLINK Megapixel Imaging Modules Board Level Cameras See Appendix D page 44 for more information PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 2 SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION 1 2 Topics Covered in this Manual This manual describes the functionality of the PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera hardware and the PixeLINK Capture software application Users should consult this manual before installing the Camera hardware or software as a guide when using PixeLINK Capture for tips on using the camera with TWAIN enabled third party software Sections include Installation of the camera hardware and software Section 2 Features of the camera hardware Section 3 Features and operation of PixeLINK Capture Section 4 An overview of PixeLINK Capture TWAIN compatibility Section 5 References in the PDF version of this manual are hyperlinked for easy navigation and access 1 3 System Requirements One of the following Microsoft Windows operating systems must be installed m Windows 98 Second Edition SE Windows 2000 with Service Pack 1 SP1 installed m Windows XP with Service Pack 1 SP1 installed Service Packs are available for download fro
52. seful if many images are being captured with the same settings E PixeLINK tm 1394 Camera DataSource x ut PixeLINK tm 1394 Camera Settings x Settings About Close File Options Help White Balance SI Cool Warn Lowe m Saturation ae oss nane SNO Less color Full color Fa a eni i swe Defaut m Focus Meter TT Disable automatic display of settings panel Capture Close Figure 5 1 PixeLINK TWAIN Preview and Settings Windows Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual APPENDIX A GLOSSARY PAGE 39 Appendix A Glossary 1394 avi AVI bmp BMP CD Enhanced Control FireWire FOV fps GUI IEEE IR jpg JPEG MB MHz OHCI PC PCI preview window RAM RGB ROI ROM sensor subwindow tif TIFF TWAIN PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera User s Manual Short for the IEEE 1394 digital bus protocol also known as FireWire a trademark of Apple Computer Inc Microsoft Windows video file format Audio Video Interleaved Bitmap file Compact Disc A set of features of PixeLINK Imaging Modules related to electrical control of the camera through a special connector Apple Computer s trademark for the IEEE 1394 digital bus protocol Field of View FFOV Full Field of View Frames Per Second Graphical User Interface
53. ssories visit the PixeLINK Web site at http www pixelink com or contact your PixeLINK vendor PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 4 SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION 1 7 Related PixeLINK Documentation e PIXeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera System Guide This Guide provides a reference for the hardware and system properties of the PL A661 and PL A662 cameras and related imaging modules PL A653 and PL A654 Users should consult this Guide when mounting a camera within a system or enclosure before using the enhanced features of an imaging module such as a flash or trigger to gain a basic understanding of the relationship between the camera and the operating system Sections include e A description of the camera and imaging module hardware e An overview of selected host software and architecture e An explanation of Video and Still Modes e PIXeLINK Camera API Reference Release 3 2 This manual provides a reference for the PixeLINK Camera API and related software Sections include e Basics principles of using the PixeLINK Camera API e Asummary of the PixeLINK Camera API functions e Descriptions of individual API functions Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 2 INSTALLATION PAGE 5 Installation 2 1 Notes on Connecting the PixeLINK
54. stage raw video data is stored to disk in a temporary file as it arrives from the camera Once the capture is complete the temporary file is converted to AVI format e No compression is performed in this process so image file sizes can be large e The capture process will not start if there is insufficient disk space on the computer to store the final results e There is no capability within PixeLINK Capture to play back the AVI file A third party application will be required to do this 4 9 Status Bar The status bar runs along the bottom of the PixeLINK Capture control window as shown in Figure 4 7 on page 22 The name of the current capture file is shown on the left and the actual acquisition frame rate is reported on the right provided that the preview window is running The frame rate is given in frames per second fps Note that the actual frame rate displayed by the preview window depends on the system capabilities so for slower computers the actual displayed frame rate may be less than the theoretical maximum Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE PAGE 29 4 10 4 10 1 4 10 2 PixeLINK Menu Bar File Menu Save Capture File AS Set the name location and type of the image capture file This is the same as clicking Save As in the control window For more information refer to page 23
55. t Field Correction Suspend or resume the current Flat Field Correction FFC Note Hat Field Correction can cause artifacts in the image if e the background image is highly non uniform or e the camera detects illumination while the dark frame is being captured m Enable Focus Meter Switch the Focus Meter on or off For more information about the Focus Meter see Section 4 6 2 7 on page 22 4 10 4 Help Menu a View Users Manual Open this document in Adobe Acrobat Reader m Flat Field Correction Procedure Display the instructions for applying Flat Field Correction This option is available in the Tools menu see Section 4 10 3 on page 31 PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 34 SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE m About PixeLINK Capture Display information about the camera and the software as shown in Figure 4 14 on page 35 For technical support or servicing queries have this information available Imager Type The type of imager e g PixeLINK 1394 Camera Color Serial Number The serial number of the camera FPGA Version The version of the FPGA hardware in the camera Firmware Version The version of the firmware in the camera Driver Version The version of the camera driver API Version The version of the application programming interface API used to create PixeLINK Capture GUI Version The version of PixeLINK
56. t the Capture Settings Options page 23 3 Snapshot Start Capture single multiple image s page 27 Capture i 1 Settings Snapshot FAO i Focus Meter Figure 4 8 Image Capture Controls 4 7 1 Save As Click Save As then specify a name location and type for the image file see Figure 4 9 on page 24 Four file types are available Windows Bitmaps bmp default Raw data raw Tagged Image File Format tif JPEG File Format jpg Click Save 4 7 2 Settings Click Settings to display the Capture Settings options shown in Figure 4 10 on page 25 Select the desired options described below When finished click Close Options m Auto Increment File Name Add a four digit suffix to the file name and automatically increment the suffix each time an image is captured single or multiple frame capture PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 24 SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE Select File to Capture to 24 xl Save in C My Pictures j er E cells bmp amp experiment0001 bmp History le experiment0002 bmp experiment0003 bmp amp nucleus bmp D esktop Nas My Computer AGI File name results v My Network P Save as type Windows Bitmaps bmp Cancel A Figure 4 9 Select File to Capture to m Preview Image After
57. tain models of imaging module offer Enhanced Control functions not available in the cameras such as shutter and trigger controls For more information about PixeLINK imaging modules including the Enhanced Control header please refer to the Megapixel FireWire Camera System Guide for PL A630 to PL A660 Series Cameras or contact PixeLINK see page 45 D 2 Relating Imaging Module Models to Camera Models Table D 1 PixeLINK Imaging Module and Camera Models Type Imaging Performs the Module functions of Enhanced Model Camera Model olo Monochrome Control PL A654 PL A662 Jv Jv PL A653 PL A661 JV J PL A634 PL A642 Jv Jv PL A633 PL A641 4 PL A632 PL A642 Jv PL A631 PL A641 Jv Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual TECHNICAL SUPPORT PAGE 45 Technical Support Tech Notes Tech Notes on a variety of topics are available on the PixeLINK Support Site at http support pixelink com Download the Latest Software and Firmware We recommend that you check http support pixelink com regularly for the latest versions of your PixeLINK software and firmware Technical Questions Please follow these steps before contacting our technical support team e Review the relevant sections of the documentation e Check the PixeLINK Support Site for o new software and firmware o applicable Tech Notes e Caref
58. ted that is it can look boxy chunky or jagged It can also slow down the performance of the system Resizing the window has no effect on captured images To reset the preview window to the same size as the image go to the Options menu and select Reset Preview Window 4 6 2 Adjusting the Control Settings Table 4 1 Image Controls Camera Type Parameter Exposure v v 0 ms PL A661 PL A662 300 ms PL A641 PL A642 See Section 4 6 2 1 p 18 AE On 4 v Darker 1 sat Lighter 20 sat White Balance v Cool blue Warm red Gain not shown v 0 69 2 74 Saturation v PL A662 Mono 0 PL A662 Full color 1 99 PL A642 Less color 0 PL A642 Full color 1 99 Gamma y 4 0 01 2 00 4 6 2 1 Exposure Refer to Figure 4 4 on page 19 Increase or decrease the exposure time in milliseconds by moving the Exposure slider or by entering the exposure time in the box below the slider Default PL A661 and PL A662 50 ms PL A641 and PL A642 25 ms Valid values range from 0 ms to 300 ms for PL A661 and PL A662 cameras The maximum exposure time for PL A641 and PL A642 cameras depends on the size of the image and the acceleration setting applied see Set Video Preview Acceleration to on page 31 For these cameras the maximum exposure time increases when the image size is increased and acceleration is not applied see Table 4 2 below A red triangle above the slider shown in Figure 4 4 on page 19 app
59. ting PL A661 and PL A641 and PL A662 Cameras PL A642 Cameras Accelerated 16 MHz 24 MHz Standard 12 MHz 16 MHz Moderate 8 MHz 12 MHz Reset Preview Window Restore the preview window to its default location and reset the preview window dimensions to correspond to the image size By default the preview window is the same size as the image However the preview window can be resized using the usual Microsoft window handles or by clicking its Maximize icon This does not affect the dimensions of the image generated by the camera so resizing the preview window can distort the appearance of the image or make it look pixilated that is it can look boxy chunky or jagged It can also slow down the performance of the system Resizing the window has no effect on captured images For more information about default values see Appendix B on page 40 Sounds Switch the Snapshot sound on or off Default On Always On Top Change the float setting of the control window When this is switched on the control window remains on top of other windows on the computer desktop otherwise other windows can overlap it Default Off Tools Menu Apply Overlay to Image Preview Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Pixe LINK All Rights Reserved User s Manual PAGE 32 SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE Superimpose a bitmap such as a company logo or a timestamp on the preview window To specify t
60. uctions given PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved Pace 10 SECTION 3 CAMERA HARDWARE Camera Hardware 3 1 PixeLINK Camera Hardware Overview Figure 3 1 The PixeLINK Camera Camera Features 1 3 Megapixel imager resolution 1280 x 1024 8 10 bit RGB color or monochrome pixels Integrated infra red IR filter over the image sensor Two FireWire connectors ens mount for a standard C mount lens 1 x 32 tpi ens not included Mounting holes for a tripod or other mounting fixture 4 40 screws See Figure 3 2 and Figure 3 3 on page 11 for locations of hardware features Note that outlines of the PL A661 and PL A662 cameras are shown in these figures PL A641 and PL A642 cameras differ in the configuration of the C mount and infra red IR filter Detailed drawings including dimensions are provided in the PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera Systems Guide PL A630 to PL A660 Series Cameras Release 3 2 PixeLINK Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK Megapixel FireWire Camera All Rights Reserved Pixe LINK User s Manual SECTION 3 CAMERA HARDWARE Pace 11 IMAGE SENSOR IR FILTER LENS MOUNT FOR STANDARD C MOUNT LENS FIREWIRE CONNECTORS Figure 3 2 Camera Features Top View POWER LED MOUNT HOLES FIREWIRE CONNECTORS Figure 3 3 Camera Features Bottom View PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire
61. ully document the problem you are experiencing noting any warning or error messages that may appear during operation e Have your camera s serial number and other identifying information at hand The serial number can be found on the camera and the About PixeLINK Capture Screen PixeLINK Customer Support Email support pixelink com PixeLINK Support Site http support pixelink com PixeLINK Main Site http www pixelink com PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved PAGE 46 Index Acceleration setting clock speed 18 19 31 41 Accessories 3 Adobe Photoshop 1 3 37 38 AVI file format 39 BMP files 39 Camera models 1 14 44 Continuous auto exposure 19 20 CorelDRAW 1 3 37 38 Exposure 1 14 16 18 19 20 27 40 Exposure automatic 19 27 41 FireWire connectors iii 5 10 12 Flip 30 41 Focus meter 22 23 33 Full field of view FFOV 17 18 24 29 39 Gamma 18 21 40 Histogram stretch 26 41 Image size 14 17 18 19 25 29 31 32 40 Image repositioning in the full field of view 18 29 Imaging Modules 1 4 12 44 Installation 2 5 8 42 IR filter 10 13 Release 3 2 Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK All Rights Reserved Pij eLINK INDEX JPEG files 14 23 24 39 Lenses 3 10 12 20 Microsoft Word 1 3 37 38 Multiple frame capture 26 27 41
62. uracy of this manual however PixeL INK assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions in this document PixeLINK shall not be held liable for any errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this User s Manual or the examples herein PixeLINK assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this User s Manual loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of this product any damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result of malfunction or repair or any other damage related to the use of this product or associated documentation The information in this document is subject to change without notice Definitions of Intellectual Property and Trademark Attributions This Section is intended to ensure proper attribution and honoring of any and all trademarks and intellectual property items in terms of attribution to their respective owners as mentioned in this User s Manual The reader is encouraged to consult this Section whenever uncertainty presents itself as to the terms their meaning within the User s Manual and the trademarks and intellectual property items they stand to identify whether by themselves or in conjunction with other terms and items PixeLINK is either a trademark or a registered trademark of PixeLINK in Canada and or other countries JEFF is a registered trademark or service mark of the Institute of Electrical and Ele
63. wn list select the desired image size in pixels 320 x 240 e 800x600 e 640 x 480 e 1024 x 768 e 640 x 512 Full FOV e 1280 x 1024 To display the full field of view FFOV select e 640 x 512 FFOV Display at quarter resolution and a higher frame rate e 1280 x 1024 Display at normal resolution All other settings represent a portion of the full field of view see Figure 4 3 above Default 640 x 480 PixeLINK Release 3 2 Megapixel FireWire Camera Copyright 2000 2004 PixeLINK User s Manual PiXe LINK All Rights Reserved Pace 18 SECTION 4 PIXELINK CAPTURE To reposition the image in the full field of view Go to the Options menu and select Set Subwindow Position see page 29 The current image location appears as a red frame superimposed on the full field of view Drag the frame to reposition the image subwindow then click to set the new location This simulates a digital pan tilt function This option is not available when the image size is 640 x 512 Full FOV or 1280 x 1024 since these resolutions represent the full field of view Image size versus preview window size By default the preview window is the same size as the image However the preview window can be resized using the usual Microsoft window handles or by clicking its Maximize icon This does not affect the dimensions of the image generated by the camera so resizing the preview window can distort the appearance of the image or make it look pixila

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