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CamExpert Quick Start
Xtium-CL MX4 User's Manual
CCF File Details
A file using the “.CCF” extension, (Camera Configuration files), is the camera (CCA) and frame
grabber (CVI) parameters grouped into one file for easier configuration file management. This is
the default Camera Configuration file used with Sapera LT 5.0 and the CamExpert utility.
CCA File Details
Teledyne DALSA distributes camera files using the legacy “.CCA” extension, (CAMERA files), which
contain all parameters describing the camera video signal characteristics and operation modes
(what the camera outputs). The Sapera parameter groups within the file are:
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Video format and pixel definition
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Video resolution (pixel rate, pixels per line, lines per frame)
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Synchronization source and timing
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Channels/Taps configuration
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Supported camera modes and related parameters
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External signal assignment
CVI File Details
Legacy files using the “.CVI” extension contain all operating parameters related to the frame
grabber board - what the frame grabber can actually do with camera controls or incoming video.
The Sapera parameter groups within the file are:
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Activate and set any supported camera control mode or control variable.
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Define the integration mode and duration.
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Define the strobe output control.
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Allocate the frame grabber transfer ROI, the host video buffer size and buffer type
(RGB888, RGB101010, MONO8, and MONO16).
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Configuration of line/frame trigger parameters such as source (internal via the frame
grabber /external via some outside event), electrical format (TTL, RS-422, OPTO-isolated),
and signal active edge or level characterization.
Saving a Camera File
Use CamExpert to save a camera file (*.ccf ) usable with any Sapera demo program or user
application.
When parameters are setup as required in CamExpert, click on File•Save As to save the new .ccf
file. The dialog that opens allows adding details such as camera information, mode of operation,
and a file name for the .ccf file. The following image is a sample for a Teledyne DALSA Falcon
camera. Note the default folder where User camera files are saved.
