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40 Spyder 3 CL User's Manual
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EXSYNC
When the camera is received from the factory, it defaults (no external input required) to
exposure mode 7 (5000 Hz line rate, internal Sync to trigger readout). After a user has
saved settings, the camera powers up with the saved settings.
If you change to an exposure mode that requires an external sync, ensure that you
properly providing an external sync
Camera Operation and Test Patterns
Have the camera send out a test pattern and verify it is being properly received.
Communications
To quickly verify serial communications send the help command. The
h
command
returns the online help menu. If further problems persist, review Appendix C for more
information on communications.
Verify Parameters
To verify the camera parameters, send the
gcp
command. A complete explanation of the
camera parameters screen follows.
Verify Factory Calibrated Settings
To restore the camera’s factory settings and disable the FPN and PRNU coefficients, send
the
rfs
command.
After executing this command send the
gcp
command to verify the factory settings.
Verify Timing and Digital Video Path
Use the test pattern feature to verify the proper timing and connections between the
camera and the frame grabber and verify the proper output along the digital processing
chain. See below.
Generating Test Patterns
The camera can generate a test pattern to aid in system debugging. Use the command
svm 1
to activate the test pattern. The test pattern is a ramp from 0 to 255DN, then starts
at 0 again. Use the test pattern to verify the proper timing and connections between the
camera and the frame grabber.
•
No test pattern or bad test pattern — May indicate a problem with the camera (e.g.
missing bit) or a system setup problem (e.g. frame grabber or timing). Verify the
presence of the LVAL and STROBE signals.