First Light C-RED 3 Manual de usuario

C-RED 3 & C-RED 3 Module

User Manual

C-RED 3 User Manual_20211021

TABLE

1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................. 6

Caution.............................................................................................................................. 6

Overview............................................................................................................................ 6

Symbols and Indications...................................................................................................7

Disposal - DEEE................................................................................................................7

2. WARNINGS................................................................................................................................. 8

General warnings..............................................................................................................8

Never open your camera ..................................................................................................8

Power circuitry..................................................................................................................8

3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT........................................ 9

4. TYPICAL PERFORMANCES*....................................................................................................... 9

5. CONTENTS OF PACKAGE..........................................................................................................10

Package content ............................................................................................................. 10

Camera serial number ................................................................................................... 11

Resources....................................................................................................................... 11

Test report............................................................................................................... 11

Additional resources ............................................................................................... 11

6. DESCRIPTION AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................12

SWIR CMOS sensor......................................................................................................... 12

SNAKE-SW TECLESS introduction.......................................................................... 12

Spectral response ................................................................................................... 12

C-RED 3 camera ............................................................................................................. 13

Mechanical and optical interfaces........................................................................... 13

Description and minimum specification accessories..................................................... 15

Power input ............................................................................................................. 15

Thermal management............................................................................................. 15

Cooling system ........................................................................................................ 15

Communication interface........................................................................................ 15

Camera Link.............................................................................................................. 16

Micro USB 3.0 Type B................................................................................................ 16

7. SETTING UP AND START UP CAMERA .....................................................................................17

Connecting your camera................................................................................................. 17

Power FISCHER CONNECTORS cable connection ...................................... 17

Camera Link®connection (for C-RED 3 CL only) .................................................... 17

USB connection (for C-RED 3 USB only) ................................................................. 18

FliVision Graphical User Interface.................................................................................. 19

Powering up/down.......................................................................................................... 19

Power ON: ............................................................................................................... 19

Power OFF:.............................................................................................................. 19

Camera status ................................................................................................................ 20

8. READOUT MODES .....................................................................................................................21

Integration/readout function .......................................................................................... 21

Integrate while read (IWR)....................................................................................... 21

Integrate then read (ITR)......................................................................................... 22

ITR / IWR consideration........................................................................................... 22

Readout mode................................................................................................................. 23

Single Read.............................................................................................................. 23

High Dynamic Range mode ..................................................................................... 23

AGC .......................................................................................................................... 24

Data acquisition mode .................................................................................................... 25

Detector geometry................................................................................................... 25

Pixel format (ADU)................................................................................................... 26

Full frame mode...................................................................................................... 26

Cropping mode ........................................................................................................ 27

Conversion gain .............................................................................................................. 29

9. OPERATION...............................................................................................................................30

Data format..................................................................................................................... 30

Camera Link®(for C-RED 3 CL only)....................................................................... 30

Camera Link®frame grabber.................................................................................. 30

USB (for C-RED 3 USB only).................................................................................... 31

Internal synchronization................................................................................................. 32

External synchronization ................................................................................................ 33

Cable assembly ....................................................................................................... 34

FPS_Tint_in timing diagrams.................................................................................. 36

Standard polarity / externally controlled integration time....................................... 36

Inverted polarity / externally controlled integration time ........................................ 36

Standard polarity / internally controlled integration time........................................ 37

Inverted polarity / externally controlled integration time ................... 37

Latency .................................................................................................................... 38

Triggered acquisition...................................................................................................... 38

Trigger selection ..................................................................................................... 39

Software trigger ...................................................................................................... 39

External trigger ....................................................................................................... 39

Bad Pixel Correction....................................................................................................... 42

Bad Pixel map edition.............................................................................................. 43

Bias/Flat Correction ....................................................................................................... 44

Legacy bias/flat computation .................................................................................. 44

bias/flat computation .............................................................................................. 44

Adaptive Bias ........................................................................................................... 45

HDR Bias/Flat correction additional information ................................................... 46

Bias correction file format ...................................................................................... 47

Flat correction file format ....................................................................................... 47

Pixel value offset............................................................................................................. 47

Dark optimization ........................................................................................................... 47

Tag generation................................................................................................................ 48

Frame marker configuration................................................................................... 48

Thermal protection......................................................................................................... 49

Camera presets .............................................................................................................. 49

Camera optional features............................................................................................... 49

Camera advanced settings ............................................................................................. 50

Dark level adjustment ............................................................................................. 50

Integration time granularity .................................................................................... 50

Anti-blooming.......................................................................................................... 51

Camera tuning......................................................................................................... 51

Camera capabilities ........................................................................................................ 51

Embedded HTTP server.................................................................................................. 52

Ethernet grabber ............................................................................................................ 53

Date/Time management................................................................................................. 53

Image pattern ................................................................................................................. 53

10. DESCRIPTION OF VARIOUS FONCTIONS..................................................................................54

List of available commands............................................................................................ 54

Commands format detail................................................................................................ 63

SSH configuration............................................................................................... 63

11. PRECAUTIONS AND MAINTENANCE........................................................................................64

Precaution of use............................................................................................................ 64

Static / electric shocks:........................................................................................... 64

Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 64

Never open the camera........................................................................................... 64

Cleaning of window. ................................................................................................ 64

Storage. ................................................................................................................... 64

Ethernet connection ................................................................................................ 65

12. C-RED 3 MODULE .....................................................................................................................66

Mechanical and optical interfaces.................................................................................. 66

Camera integration......................................................................................................... 68

Specific precaution of use .............................................................................................. 69

13. Optional C-RED 3 Cooling Plate................................................................................................70

Cooling Plate Mounting .................................................................................................. 70

Sensor temperature with the cooling plate.................................................................... 72

14. WARRANTY AND LIABILITY.......................................................................................................74

For the USA..................................................................................................................... 74

Limited Warranty..................................................................................................... 74

Conditions................................................................................................................ 74

Warranty Enforcement............................................................................................ 74

Returns.................................................................................................................... 75

Liability Upon Delivery .............................................................................................. 75

Products Offered “As Is”........................................................................................... 75

No Other Warranties................................................................................................. 75

Limitation of Liability................................................................................................. 75

Purchaser Warranties............................................................................................. 75

Purchaser Indemnification...................................................................................... 75

For the rest of the World ................................................................................................ 76

FLI’s legal guarantee and limit to the guarantee.................................................... 76

FLI’s liability ............................................................................................................ 76

Liability in connection with defective products ....................................................... 76

15. CONTACT US .............................................................................................................................77

For the USA..................................................................................................................... 77

For the rest of the world................................................................................................. 77

1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing C-RED 3!

C-RED 3 features and performances are described in detail within this User Manual.

It contains all information and advice needed to get the optimum performance from C-RED 3.

The module version is a C-RED 3 camera without its mechanical shell, hence this manual is also

relevant for the module version.

The “chapter 12 C-RED 3 MODULE” provides the specific mechanical interfaces and the few additional

information needed for the module version.

You can also find an up-to-date version of this User Manual on our website: https://www.first-light-

imaging.com/user-manuals/

Please contact our support for any question at: support@first-light.fr

Caution

Your C-RED 3 camera contains fragile components.

This User Manual describes precisely how to handle your material properly and to avoid accidents.

Please follow the instructions of use to take advantage of all C-RED 3 performances.

Please carefully read the warnings (section 2) and follow the safety precautions to avoid any personal

injury or damage when using the camera.

Overview

C-RED 3 is a revolutionary ultra-high-speed low noise camera designed for high resolution short wave

infrared imaging.

It is equipped with an Indium Gallium Arsenide (InGaAs) (640 x 512) pixels sensor of 15 µm each.

Thanks to its advanced technology in electronics, software, and its innovative mechanics, C-RED 3 is

capable of unprecedented performances: up to 600 images per second at full frame. C-RED 3 offers

Camera Link® or USB3 interface depending on your camera configuration.

Your C-RED 3 camera contains fragile components, especially the detector. Please always handle your

camera with care.

Note: The truly useful area is 638 x 510. Indeed, the contour of the detector may behave differently.

Always follow the instructions of use.

Symbols and Indications

Please read this User Manual and the following definitions carefully to understand the potential

dangers and the precautions to take.

Please refer to this User Manual if a WARNING symbol is marked on the camera.

The CE marking indicates the conformity of the camera to the European

legislation

This pictogram indicates a direct current operation

This pictogram invites the user to refer to the instructions / user manual

This pictogram refers to indoor use

This pictogram refers to Protection class category 1

This pictogram indicates that the product is compliant with the RoHS limitation

Disposal - DEEE

C-RED 3’s sensor contains specific material such as:

- InAs CAS n° 1303-11-3 / EC n° 215-115-3

- GaAs CAS n° 1303-00-0 / EC n° 215-114-8.

In case of disposal, do not throw your camera in waste disposal and send it

back to First Light Imaging

2. WARNINGS

General warnings

The equipment must be plugged on an electrical wiring compliant with the relevant standards in the

country (in France: NFC 15-100). This wiring must be protected from overcurrent, overvoltage and

ground defaults.

Connected equipment’s must be compliant with the EN 60950-1 Ed.2006 standard, or to their own

standards.

The power cable plug serves as a disconnection device and should be easily accessible.

Do not place the equipment close to a heating source or a humidity source.

The security of the system which integrates the equipment is the responsibility of the system assembler

only.

For your safety, the equipment must be TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED before any technical

intervention.

The security provided with this equipment is only guaranteed with a use in accordance with the specified

purpose. Only use the provided (MEAN WELL USA Inc, model GST18A12-P1J) power supply.

Never open your camera

Do not ever attempt to open your camera. There are indicators inside the camera, if you try to open it

your warranty will be void.

Do not open the camera, your warranty will be void.

Power circuitry

Use the camera with the voltage indicated. Using a different voltage may damage your camera and lead

to fire or electric shock.

Always use the supplied power unit.

3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND

OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT

* Isolated. With additional external heatsink the temperature can be higher.

4. TYPICAL PERFORMANCES*

Typical performances are average values observed

Parameters

Values

Power supply

Voltage

100-240 Vac

Frequency 50/60 Hz

Camera’s dimensions

Length

60 mm

Width

55 mm

Height

55 mm

Operation conditions

(Non-condensing

condition)

Maximum temperature

35°C *

Minimum temperature

-40°C

Humidity

95%

Storage conditions

Maximum temperature

60°C

Minimum temperature

-40°C

Parameters

Values

Readout Noise High Gain at 600 FPS Full Frame Tint=50μs Tsensor=40°C

< 40 e-

Full well capacity High Gain

33 ke-

Full well capacity Medium Gain

120 ke-

Full well capacity Low Gain

1400 ke-

5. CONTENTS OF PACKAGE

Package content

Your C-RED 3 camera will be delivered in a hard Pelicase, with the following components:

Table 1 – Package items* description

Accessories can be ordered separately. Please contact your sales representatives for details and

pricing of the items and accessory packs.

Table 2 - Optional items (can be bought separately)

Figure 1:

On the left, closed Pelicase®. On the right, opened Pelicase® with dedicated spaces*

* Items may differ from pictures.

Items

Number

Camera

Power supply

Power supply cable (IEC / NEMA / other)

USB cable (if USB interface)

C-Mount adapter 1

Press button tool (cf. rescue software)

Quick Start Manual

USB key (User manual, software and camera test report)

Items

Number

Cooling plate

Cooling unit

Personal computer

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