Compact Scientific Digital Cameras
Chapter 2: Description
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Chapter 2
Description
2.1.
Introduction
The CC215MU is a 2.1 MP, monochrome, USB 3.0 actively-cooled sCMOS scientific camera. It is compatible with
many related Thorlabs products, including C-mount lenses and our 60 mm cage system. It is supported by our
ThorCam camera application as well as the free Micro-Manager software. It is also supported in LabVIEW and
MATLAB through our .NET interfaces for each. This model is an extension of our Quantalux CS2100M-USB
sCMOS Compact Scientific camera.
The camera is bundled with the full complement of Thorlabs Scientific Imaging (TSI) software. For end-users, the
ThorCam software application provides full control of the camera through an intuitive user interface, and it allows
the user to acquire, pan, zoom, analyze, and save images and metadata.
For developers, TSI also offers a Software D
eveloper’s Kit (SDK), which includes a comprehensive Application
Programming Interface (API) to streamline the integration of any TSI camera into your system. After software
installation, the SDK can be found in a sub-folder under C:\Program Files\Thorlabs. This is the same directory for
32- and 64-bit distributions.
This manual is a functional overview of the camera, and it is meant to be a companion to the Camera Quick Start
Guide, ThorCam User Guide, and the TSI Application Programming Interface Guide. All support documentation is
available at
as well as in the C:\Program Files\Thorlabs folder following the installation of
ThorCam.
2.2.
Receiving and Unpacking
Your camera was thoroughly tested and carefully packed at the factory. Once the camera shipment is accepted for
delivery, the carrier assumes full responsibility for its safe arrival. Should you receive your shipment with any
damage
—concealed or apparent—please contact the carrier at once. The carrier will instruct you on how to initiate
a damage claim. If a visual inspection reveals damage upon receipt, it must be noted on the freight bill or express
receipt and the notation signed by the carrier’s agent. Failure to do so can result in the carrier refusing to honor the
claim.
To return your camera to TSI for service, you must first contact your local Thorlabs office or distributor and request
a Return Material Authorization (RMA). Returns will not be accepted without an RMA. See Chapter 11, titled
“Warranty Information” for details.
