JAI SP-12401C-USB, User Manual

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Adjusting the Gain
Adjust the image quality using the gain and white balance* functions.
*) SP-12401C-USB only
SP-12401M-USB/SP-12401C-USB
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To adjust the image quality
The Visibility must be changed from [Beginner] to [Guru].
Adjust the sensitivity via the analog gain (i.e., master gain).
For details on gain control, see “Gain Control” in the “Main Functions” section.
■ Manual adjustment
1
Expand [AnalogControl], and set [GainAuto] to [Off].
([Off] is default setting.)
2
Configure the gain.
❶ Expand [AnalogControl], and select the gain you want to configure in [GainSelector].
[AnalogAll] (master gain), [DigitalRed]* (digital R gain), and [DigitalBlue]*
(digital B gain) can be configured.
❷ Configure the gain value in [Gain].
• [AnalogAll] (master gain) can be set to a value from x1 to x16 the analog gain
value. The resolution is set in about 0.1dB steps. Values are configured by
multipliers.
• The [DigitalRed]* (digital R gain) and [DigitalBlue]* (digital B gain) can be set to a
value from x0.447 to the [AnalogAll] (master gain) value.
The resolution is set in 0.000122 steps. Values are configured by multipliers.
Adjusting the White Balance*
Adjust the white balance using the automatic adjustment function.
*) SP-12401C-USB only
■ Automatic white balance adjustment
1
Place a white sheet of paper or similar object under the same lighting conditions
as the intended subject, and zoom in to capture the white.
White objects near the subject, such as a white cloth or wall, can also be used. Be
sure to prevent the high-intensity spot lights from entering the screen.
2
Select the [BalanceWhiteAuto] tab, and select [Continuous] or [Once] for the
adjustment method.
The white balance is automatically adjusted.