
Specifications
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Alvium USB Cameras User Guide V1.1.0
Applied standards
GenICam
GenICam is the programming interface for the USB3 Vision camera controls.
GenICam is administered by the European Machine Vision Association (EMVA).
GenICam establishes a common camera control interface allowing third-party
software to communicate with cameras from various manufacturers without
customization. Vimba Access enables operating Alvium USB cameras by software
using GenICam features or custom features by Allied Vision for additional
functions.
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 is an update to the third version of an industry standard that defines
cables, connectors, and communications protocols between computers and
electronic devices. USB 3.1 Gen 1 adds “SuperSpeed” transfer mode that can
transfer data at up to 5 Gbit/s and uses different connectors than USB 2.0.
USB3 Vision
USB3 Vision standard for cameras and imaging products is based on USB 3.0
standard, using USB 3.0 ports. It provides control over compliant devices by
GenICam Applications Programming Interface (API). USB3 Vision standard is
administered by the Automated Imaging Association (AIA).
IP class
The following statement applies to closed housing cameras only. Equipped with a
lens as intended, the Alvium USB closed housing camera complies with IP30 class
according to IEC 60529.
Shock and vibration
Open housing cameras were tested successfully according to the following
standards:
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IEC 60068-2-6, sinusoidal vibration testing
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IEC 60068-2-27, non-repetitive shock testing
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IEC 60068-2-27, repetitive shock testing
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IEC 60068-2-64, random vibration testing.