Clusters of cameras and light sources can be located in close proximity to each work cell and are automatically synchronized with each other and with the operations of machinery.

Lights Slaved to Cameras

Specific light sources are often needed for each camera in a system to properly record its particular view. In such cases illuminators must be synchronized with each camera in a way that prevents stray light intended for one camera from disturbing the data generated by another camera in the work cell (sometimes called “light pollution”). The Opteon StrobeMaster IV light source driver is an innovative snap-on device that provides control for up to 4 independent light sources and automatically synchronizes them with each camera’s exposure.

Cameras Synchronized with Machines

Two other snap-on intelligent peripherals to Opteon cameras facilitate very high-speed (less than 1 microsecond) coordination of machines and imaging systems. The Machine Interface Device (MID) provides an opto-isolated interface with physical equipment in the vicinity of the cameras and incorporates a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) that can automate control of high-speed machinery, or communicate in real time with other such controllers.

The Motion Control Device (MCD) automates control of up to six axes of motion and can track their movement, or the motion of other devices, to automatically generate axis control signals and image triggers.

These devices operate via the same code-free interfaces or software API that are used to control the cameras themselves.

Configure Your Own Opteon Imaging System

The Camera Selection will allow you to specify your exact needs for an imaging system.