Getting Started
LADYBUG
®
3
1394b Spherical Vision System
The following items are included with your Ladybug3
Development Accessory Kit
• FWB-PCIE-01: single bus 1394b PCI Express card
• ACC-01-2017: 10 meter 1394b cable
• FWB-EC-2PORT: 1394b ExpressCard for laptops
• ACC-01-9010: 12V 2.0A (24W) power supply for ExpressCard
• Tripod Adapter
• 4-Legged Desktop mount
• Ladybug3 Getting Started Manual
• Ladybug SDK (C/C++ API and device drivers) CD
LADYBUG
®
3 SpecificAtionS
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Email:
For all general questions about Point Grey Research please contact us at
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Main Office:
Mailing Address: Tel:
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Point Grey Research, Inc.
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Richmond B.C. Canada
Fax:
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Email:
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Knowledge Base:
Find answers to commonly asked questions in our knowledge base at
www.ptgrey.com/support/kb/
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Downloads:
Users can download the latest manuals and software from
www.ptgrey.com/support/downloads/
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SPECIFICATION
DESCRIPTION
Image Sensor Model
Six (6) Sony
ICX274
1/1.8” progressive scan color CCDs (five in horizontal ring,
one on top)
Maximum Resolution
1600(H) x 1200(V) (each sensor)
Shutter Type
Global Shutter
A/D Converter
Analog Devices 12-bit ADC
Video Data Output
8-bit raw Bayer (color) digital data
Digital Interface
9-pin 1394b (FireWire) 800Mb/s interface for camera control, power and video
data, locking screws gurantee secure connection
Max Frame Rates
15 FPS JPEG compressed, 6.5 FPS uncompressed, 32 FPS(Mono8, color-separated,
half-height, JPEG compresesed)
Partial Image Modes
region of interest modes via Format_7, programmable via software
Optics
six (6) high quality 3.3 mm focal length microlenses
GPIO Port
8-pin GPIO connector for external trigger, strobe, serial port or external power
Camera Settings Control
shutter, gain, white balance, gamma and JPEG compression, are
programmable via software
Voltage Requirements
8-30 V via the IEEE-1394b interface
Power consumption
7.2 W at 12 V
Case Material
Machined aluminum housing, anodized red
Case Type
Single unit, water resistant
Dimensions
122 mm x 141 mm
Mass
2416 grams (head unit)
Camera Specification
IIDC 1394-based Digital Camera Specification v1.31
Emissions Compliance
complies with CE rules and Part 15 Class A of FCC rules
The Ladybug3 captures images in Format_7 custom image mode by default. The table
below outlines the Format_7 modes that are supported. The implementation of these
modes and the frame rates that are possible are not specified by the IIDC, and are
subject to change across firmware versions.
MODE
PIXEL FORMAT
MAX FPS
0
Raw8
6.5
2
Raw8, Half-height
13
3
Mono8, Color-separated, Half-height, JPEG-compressed
32
7
Mono8, Color-separated, JPEG-compressed
16
Maximum red (Initial connection)
Initial startup. On until camera is initialized.
Maximum red (During operation)
Condition 1: Bus Rest. On for 0.66s.
Condition 2: Power failure. On until power-up via CAMERA_POWER 0x610.
Dull Red
Configuration error.
Dull Green
Camera is idle.
Bright Green
Firewire activity. On for 0.5s during activity.
Dull Yellow
Powered down.
Bright Yellow
Powered down + activity. On for 0.5s during activity.
Red/Green flashing
Camera firmware is being updated. Flashes at 5Hz.
oUtpUt imAGe formAtS
140.0
1.0
66.0
21.5
STATUS LED
0
NUMBER 0 CAMERA INDICATOR
80.0
5X M4X0.7 - 6H 8.0
MOUNTING HOLES
12.6
13.0
GPIO CONNECTOR
IEEE 1394B
FIREWIRE CONNECTOR
WITH SCREW LOCKS
AS568A-230 O-RING
SHIPPED LOOSE
1/16 NPT HOLE (PLUGGED)
FOR AIR COOLING
BOTTOM VIEW
1.0
110.0
133.6
JCIS#00 CROSS RECESSED
SCREW DRIVER REQUIRED TO
CHANGE WINDOW
TOP VIEW
The case is equipped with the following mounting holes:
•
Two (2) M3x0.5mm mounting holes on the top of the case
• Four (4) M3x0.5mm mounting holes on the bottom of the case that
can be used to attach the camera directly to a custom mount or to the
Ladybug3 tripod mounting bracket (coming soon)
• The Ladybug3 mounting support and base comes with the Development
Accessory Kit, or can be purchased separately by contacting sales@
ptgrey.com
15.9
250.0
4X RECESSED BUMPER FEET
CABLE EXIT THRU SLOT
OR OUT THE BOTTOM
5x M4x0.7 MOUNTING SCREWS
AND HEX KEY INCLUDED
350.0
287.5
287.5
1/4-20
8.0
4 PLACES EQL SPACED
BOTTOM VIEW
tripoD ADApter
38.0
3/8-16 UNC 12.0
EQUALLY SPACED
4X M4X0.7 - 6H 8.0
45.0
64.0
95.0
BASE
RETAINER
GLAND BUSHING
10.0
100.0
