Xtium2-CXP PX8 User's Manual
Troubleshooting Problems
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are not mapped properly on the next reboot of the computer. The driver will detect such a
situation and the Device Manager launched at startup will display a message indicating that a
normal reboot is required.
Possible Functional Problems
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Driver Information: Use the Teledyne DALSA device manager program to view information
about the installed Xtium2-CXP PX8 board and driver. See
Driver Information via the Device
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On-Board Image Memory Requirements: The Xtium2-CXP PX8 on-board memory can
provide two frame buffers large enough for most imaging situations. See
Memory Requirements for Acquisitions
for details on the on board memory and possible
limitations.
Sometimes the problem symptoms are not the result of an installation issue but due to other
system issues. Review the sections described below for solutions to various Xtium2-CXP PX8
functional problems.
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Symptoms: Xtium2-CXP PX8 Does Not Grab
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Symptoms: Card acquisition bandwidth is less than expected
Troubleshooting Procedures
The following sections provide information and solutions to possible Xtium2-CXP PX8 installation
and functional problems. The previous section of this manual summarizes these topics.
Diagnostic Tool Overview
The Xtium2-CXP PX8 Board Diagnostic Tool provides a quick method to see board status and
health. It additionally provides live monitoring of FPGA temperature and voltages, which may help
in identifying problems.
Diagnostic Tool Main Window
The main window provides a comprehensive view of the installed Xtium2 board. Toolbar buttons
execute the board self-test function and open a FPGA live status window.
Important parameters include the PCI Express bus transfer supported by the host computer and
the internal Xtium2 FPGA temperature. The bus transfer defines the maximum data rate possible in
the computer, while an excessive FPGA temperature may explain erratic acquisitions due to poor
computer ventilation.
Note: The Lane Stats for each camera are aggregated into the lane # detected as master. However
8b/10b error statistics are compiled for each lane independently.