PCIe-4005 Camera Link Camera Simulator
·The PCIe-4005 is a high-performance Camera Link camera emulator. Driven by FPGA hardware, it achieves hardware-level precision with software-level flexibility. Eliminating the need for physical cameras, this product can simulate and generate image streams compliant with the Camera Link protocol, supporting full mode coverage, unlimited image customization, as well as flexible triggering and IO control.
Designed to help users completely eliminate reliance on physical cameras during the developme
Designed to help users completely eliminate reliance on physical cameras during the developme
PCIe-4005 Camera Link Camera Simulator
Arbitrary Image Simulation for Camera Link Vision Systems | Flexible Development & Testing Tool
4 Core Advantages
Full Protocol Compatibility & Multi-Mode Adaptation
Compliant with Camera Link standard, fully supports Base/Medium/Full modes, compatible with key control signals like FVAL/LVAL, matching mainstream Camera Link grabbers.
Highly Flexible Configuration & Multi-Scene Coverage
Supports custom image resolution (up to 50000×50000), multiple pixel formats, 6 trigger modes & 3 transmission modes, adapting to diverse simulation scenarios.
High-Performance Hardware & Stable Transmission
Dual high-speed SDR interfaces, throughput up to 680MB/s (Full mode), industrial-grade hardware design ensuring 24/7 stable operation with low latency.
Visual Operation & Easy Secondary Development
Intuitive GUI for parameter configuration, complete SDK support, compatible with Qt5/6 development environment, enabling custom interface and function expansion.
Product Overview
- PCIe-4005 is a dedicated tool for simulating the behavior of real Camera Link cameras. It enables development, testing and verification of image acquisition and data processing functions in vision systems without physical cameras.
- Strictly compliant with Camera Link communication protocol, fully compatible with Base/Medium/Full configuration modes, and supports key data transmission control signals including FVAL and LVAL.
- Equipped with dual high-speed SDR interfaces and PCIe Gen2 x4 host interface, ensuring high-speed data transmission and plug-and-play integration with industrial computers/server chassis.
- Offers multiple image source inputs (built-in patterns/local images/bin files) and flexible parameter configuration, supporting various trigger modes to meet simulation needs of different application scenarios.
- Comprehensive I/O interfaces: 26-pin D-SUB External I/O, 26-pin INTERNAL I/O header, including differential I/O, optically isolated I/O, LVDS/TTL interfaces and 24-way GPIO, supporting inter-board communication and external device linkage.
- Provides complete SDK development package with API for full parameter configuration, open hardware resources and detailed development documentation, facilitating secondary development and customized solutions.
Key Features
- Dual high-speed SDR interfaces, compliant with Camera Link standard, supporting Base/Medium/Full transmission modes (throughput: 255MB/s/510MB/s/680MB/s).
- PCIe Gen2 x4 host interface, plug-and-play, compatible with most industrial computers and server chassis.
- Flexible image simulation: Supports default gradient patterns, custom gradient patterns and local images (BMP/JPEG/PNG/TIFF/bin/raw formats), max resolution up to 50000×50000.
- Rich pixel format support: Mono8/10/12/14/16, RGB8/10/12, adapting to different vision system requirements.
- 6 trigger modes: Software Trigger, Rising Edge Trigger, Falling Edge Trigger, High Level Trigger, Low Level Trigger, Immediate Trigger (custom internal frequency).
- 3 transmission modes: Finite Frame Mode, Continuous Transmission Mode, Continuous Loop Mode, suitable for different data volume simulation scenarios.
- Multi-channel topology support: 1X1/1X2/1X3/1X4/1X8_1Y configurations, enabling 1-8 pixels per pixel clock transmission.
- Comprehensive I/O configuration: 26-pin D-SUB External I/O, dual SDR Camera Link interfaces, 26-pin INTERNAL I/O header (24-way GPIO direct to FPGA).
- Visual operation software: Supports automatic parameter application for images, configuration save/load, real-time transmission control and status monitoring.
- Secondary development support: Compatible with Qt5/6 development environment, complete SDK with API for full function control and custom interface development.
- Industrial-grade reliability: Air cooling design, ESD/overvoltage protection for I/O interfaces, stable operation under harsh industrial environments.
Technical Parameters
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Interface Standard | Camera Link (Base/Medium/Full), dual high-speed SDR interfaces |
| Host Interface | PCIe Gen2 x4, plug-and-play, no external power required |
| Transmission Mode | Base (255MB/s), Medium (510MB/s), Full (680MB/s, 1X8_1Y 8bit only) |
| Image Simulation | Built-in gradient patterns, custom gradient patterns, local images (BMP/JPEG/PNG/TIFF/bin/raw) |
| Max Resolution | 50000×50000 (custom gradient patterns) |
| Pixel Formats | Mono8/10/12/14/16, RGB8/10/12 |
| Trigger Modes | Software Trigger (0x0), Rising Edge (0x1), Falling Edge (0x2), High Level (0x8), Low Level (0x10), Immediate (0x20) |
| Transmission Modes | Finite Frame, Continuous Transmission, Continuous Loop |
| Topology Configurations | 1X1/1X2/1X3/1X4/1X8_1Y |
| I/O Interfaces | 26-pin D-SUB (External I/O), dual SDR Camera Link, 26-pin header (24-way GPIO, LVDS/TTL, optically isolated I/O) |
| Software Compatibility | Windows 10/11, Qt5/6 development environment, custom SDK |
| Mechanical Dimensions | Standard PCIe card, 168mm(L)×111mm(W) (compatible with PCIe Gen2 x4 slots) |
| Operating Environment | Dry, dust-free, low-vibration, anti-electromagnetic interference; air-cooled heat dissipation |
Product Interface Diagram
Product Dimension Drawing
Safety Warnings (Mandatory)
- Do NOT install/uninstall the card with power on: Turn off the host and disconnect the power cord first; wear an anti-static wristband to avoid electrostatic damage to chips.
- Proper I/O interface usage: Connect 100Ω terminating resistor for LVDS input of External I/O; ensure external trigger signals match the card's voltage level to prevent overvoltage damage.
- Coordinate parameter configuration: Match transmission mode with channel topology; ensure consistent resolution for local images; manually set resolution accurately for bin/raw formats.
- Software installation requirements: Install drivers and dedicated library files before running the host software; check hardware connection and driver version if the device is not recognized.
- Adequate heat dissipation: Ensure good chassis ventilation during operation to avoid device throttling or crash due to high temperature; reset or reinstall the card if abnormal during long-term use.
- Memory requirement for large-resolution transmission: Ensure sufficient host memory for custom high-resolution gradient images; use Continuous Transmission/Loop mode for large data volume simulation.
Quick Start Guide
- Hardware Installation: Ensure the host supports PCIe Gen2 x4 slots; power off the host, insert the card into the idle PCIe slot, fasten the bracket screw; connect external I/O devices (trigger source/grabber) to D-SUB26/SDR interface, then power on the host and install drivers.
- Software Installation: Install dedicated library files and host software (supports Windows 10/11); for secondary development, install Qt5/6 environment and import the SDK package.
- Parameter Configuration:
- File Settings: Select data source (local image/bin file), browse to set file path; local images support "one-click auto-apply" resolution, while bin files require manual resolution and padding settings.
- Parameter Settings: Choose data source (local image/hardware test pattern), configure device topology, pixel format, padding mode; select trigger/transmission mode; set timing parameters, resolution, frame rate and running time (0 for infinite run).
- Start & Run: Click "Start Transmission" after configuration; use "Software Trigger" for single-frame data in software trigger mode; stop transmission with "Stop" button or restore default parameters with "Reset".
- Save/Load Configuration: Click "Save Configuration" to generate a configuration file for quick parameter restoration later without reconfiguration.
- Secondary Development: Call API functions (e.g., PCIe4005Start/Stop) to control the device; configure core parameters via API for automated simulation; customize GUI and expand functions based on Qt5/6.
典型应用场景
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