Introduction
CTR3CMOS Series Semiconductor Refrigerated Temperature Controllable C-mount USB3.0/GigE CMOS Camera
The CTR3CMOS series industrial cameras are equipped with high-performance image sensors such as Sony Exmor CMOS. To address the inherent thermal noise of the sensor, a well-designed cooling module has been developed to maintain the sensor at a specified temperature. An anti-fog structure is also implemented to prevent fogging on the sensor surface under low temperatures. This unique technology in the CTR3CMOS series significantly reduces image noise and ensures high image quality as well as stable camera operation.
The sensor temperature in the CTR3CMOS series can be controlled via software, ensuring the highest possible quantum efficiency under low-noise conditions (as high-performance sensors like Sony Exmor CMOS can experience a significant drop in quantum efficiency at extremely low temperatures, making temperature control critical).
Sensor control and video data transmission are achieved via high-speed USB3.0/GigE interfaces, enabling rapid preview and capture.
The CTR3CMOS series industrial cameras come with the advanced ToupView image processing software for camera control and image processing.
The cameras support trigger modes: software triggering (capturing one or multiple images per trigger) and long exposure mode with a maximum exposure time of up to 5 minutes.
CTR3CMOS series camera key features:
- Sony / Gpixel / ONSEMI and other high-quality imaging chips;
- Resolution covering 0.39M~20M, chip size across 1/2.9”~4/3”;
- Cooling: 10 degrees lower than the ambient temperature;
- Supports multiple interfaces such as USB3 / GigE / CameraLink / CXP;
- Built-in hardware image processing engine to ensure image restoration and camera speed;
- Supports external triggering, software and capture modes;
- Supports ROI, flip, bit-depth switching and other features;
- Suitable for wide temperature range, low power consumption, stable performance;
- Supports firmware worksite upgrading;
- Provides advanced video and image processing application software ToupView, compatible with Windows/Linux/OSX multi-platform SDK, support native C/C++, C#/VB.Net, DirectShow, Twain API;
- Compliant with CE, FCC requirements.
Other Hardware Parameters
Spectral Response Range
380-650nm (with IR cut filter)
White Balance
ROI White Balance / Manual Temp-Tint Adjustment (not available for monochrome cameras)
Color Reproduction Technology
Ultra-Fine Color Processing Engine
Capture/Control SDK
Native C/C++, C#, DirectShow, Twain, and LabVIEW
Recording Method
Image and Video (software or hardware triggering)
Cooling Method*
Recirculating thermoelectric cooling system, precisely controllable below 25°C ambient (varies slightly with sensor model)
Camera Operating Environment
Operating Temperature (°C)
-10 ~ 50
Storage Temperature (°C)
-20 ~ 60
Operating Humidity
30 ~ 80% RH
Storage Humidity
10 ~ 60% RH
Power Supply
Camera and cooling module powered by external supply: DC12V, 3A
Software Operating Environment
Operating System
Microsoft® Windows® XP/Vista/7/8/10/11 (32 & 64-bit)
OS X (Mac OS X)
Linux
Computer Specifications
CPU: Intel Core 2 2.8GHz or higher
Memory: 2GB or more
USB Interface: USB3.0 high-speed interface, compatible with USB2.0
Monitor: 17" or larger
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