Dalsa Falcon 1.4M100 XDR Monochrome, User Manual, Page: 3 / 95

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Contents
INTRODUCTION TO THE FALCON XDR AND HG CAMERAS................................................................. 7
1.1 Camera Highlights................................................................................................................... 8
1.1.1 Features..................................................................................................................................... 8
1.1.2 Programmability......................................................................................................................... 8
1.1.3 Description................................................................................................................................. 8
1.1.4 Applications ............................................................................................................................... 9
1.2 Camera Performance Specifications................................................................................... 10
1.3 Responsivity and Quantum Efficiency................................................................................ 13
1.3.1 Sensor Cosmetic Specifications.............................................................................................. 14
1.3.2 Cosmetic Specification ............................................................................................................ 16
1.4 Certifications.......................................................................................................................... 17
1.5 Shock and Vibration Certifications...................................................................................... 17
CAMERA HARDWARE INTERFACE ........................................................................................................ 19
2.1 Installation Overview............................................................................................................. 19
2.2 Input/Output Connectors and LED ...................................................................................... 20
2.2.1 LED Status Indicator................................................................................................................ 21
2.2.2 Camera Link Data Connector.................................................................................................. 21
2.2.3 Input Signals, Camera Link ..................................................................................................... 23
2.2.4 Output Signals, Camera Link Clocking Signals....................................................................... 24
2.2.5 Power Connector (Optional).................................................................................................... 25
2.3 Image Sensor and Pixel Readout......................................................................................... 26
2.3.1 Camera Readout and Coordinates.......................................................................................... 27
SERIAL INTERFACE: HOW TO CONTROL THE CAMERA .................................................................... 29
3.1 Setting Baud Rate.................................................................................................................. 30
3.2 Camera Serial Command Help Screen ................................................................................ 31
3.3 Retrieving Information About the Camera .......................................................................... 32