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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 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.

Test pattern successful — Run the
svm 0
command to activate video. Then run the
gl
command under both dark and light conditions to retrieve a line of raw video (no
digital processing). Under dark conditions, with factory settings, the analog offset
value should be within the specified range (refer to the user specifications).
Verify Voltage
Use the
vv
command to display the camera's input voltage.