XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera User Manual
- October 30, 2023
- XCAMLITE
Table of Contents
- XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera
- Product Information
- Product Usage Instructions
- The Application of the XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera
- XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera Datasheet and Functions(1)
- Dimension of XCAMLITE1080P Series
- XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera Packing Information
- XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera Application Configurations
- Brief Introduction of XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera’s UI and Its Functions
- Sample Photos Captured with XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera
Product Information
The XCAMLITE1080P series camera is designed to capture digital images from
stereo and biological microscopes with an HDMI interface. It features a Sony
Starvis back illuminated CMOS sensor, FHD HDMI video outputs, SD card for
captured image and video storage, and embedded XCamView software for camera
control. The camera also has strong ISP and other related processing
functions.
The camera’s datasheet lists the following specifications:
- Order Code: XCAMLITE1080PA
- Sensor & Size(mm): Sony IMX307(C) 1/2.8(5.57×3.13)
- Pixel(m): 2.9×2.9
- G Sensitivity: 1300mv with 1/30s
- FPS/Resolution: 60@1920*1080(HDMI)
- Binning: 1×1
- Exposure(ms): 0.01~1000
- Interface and Button: HDMI, LED, USB Mouse, DC12V, SD
- Video Output Interface: HDMI Interface
- Other Function: Video Saving, Image Capture
- Measurement Saving
- ISP Function
- Image Operations
- Embedded RTC(Optional)
- Restore Factory Settings
- Multiple Language Support: English / Simplified Chinese / Traditional Chinese / Korean / Thai / French / German / Japanese / Italian / Russian
- Operating Temperature (in Centidegree): -10~50
- Storage Temperature (in Centidegree): -20~60
- Operating Humidity: 30~80%RH
- Storage Humidity: 10~60%RH
The camera’s dimensions are shown in Figure 3-1.
Product Usage Instructions
To use the XCAMLITE1080P series camera, follow these steps:
- Connect the camera to a stereo or biological microscope with an HDMI interface.
- Connect the camera to a power source using the included power adapter.
- Insert an SD card into the camera for image and video storage.
- Connect a USB mouse to the camera for easy operation with the embedded XCamView software.
- Turn on the camera and monitor to view the captured images and videos.
The camera can also be used with the included HDMI cable to connect to a standard FHD monitor. To save videos or capture images, use the video saving or image capture functions. The camera also has measurement saving, ISP function, image operations, and embedded RTC (optional) capabilities. To restore factory settings, use the appropriate function in the embedded XCamView software. The camera supports multiple languages including English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Thai, French, German, Japanese, Italian, and Russian.
The Application of the XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera
The XCAMLITE1080P series camera is intended to be used for the acquisition of digital images from the stereo microscope and biological microscope with HDMI interface. The basic characteristic is listed as below:
- Sony Starvis back illuminated CMOS sensor
- FHD HDMI video outputs
- SD card for the captured image and video storage
- Embedded XCamView for the control of the camera
- With strong ISP and other related processing functions
XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera Datasheet and Functions(1)
Order Code| Sensor & Size(mm)| Pixel(μm)| G
Sensitivity| FPS/Resolution| Binning| Exposure(ms)
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XCAMLITE1080PA XPLITE1080PA| Sony IMX307(C) 1/2.8″(5.57×3.13)| 2.9×2.9| 1300mv
with 1/30s| 60@1920*1080(HDMI)| 1×1| 0.01~1000
Available Ports on the Back Panel of the Camera Body
Interface and Button | Function Description |
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HDMI | Comply with HDMI1.4 standard. 1080P format video output for standard FHD |
monitor
LED| LED status indicator
USB Mouse| Connect USB mouse for easy operation with embedded XCamView
software
DC12V| Power adapter connection (12V/1A)
SD| Comply with SDIO3.0 standard and SD card could be inserted for video and
images storage
Video Output Interface| Function Description
HDMI Interface| Comply with HDMI1.4 standard; 60fps@1080P
Other Function| Function Description
Video Saving| Video format:2M(19201080) H264 encoded MP4 file
Video saving frame rate:50~60fps (related with SD card performance)
Image Capture| 2M (19201080) JPEG image in SD card
Measurement Saving| Measurement information saved in different layer with
image content; Measurement information is saved together with image content in
burn in mode.
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ISP Function| Exposure(Automatic / Manual Exposure) / Gain, White
Balance(Manual / Automatic / ROI Mode), Sharpening, 3D Denoise, Saturation
Adjustment, Contrast Adjustment, Brightness Adjustment, Gamma Adjustment,
Color to Gray, 50HZ/60HZ Anti-flicker Function
Image Operations| Zoom In/Zoom Out, Mirror/Flip, Freeze, Cross Line, Overlay,
Embedded Files Browser, Video Playback, Measurement Function
Embedded RTC(Optional)| To support accurate time on board
Restore Factory Settings| Restore camera parameters to its factory status
Multiple Language Support| English / Simplified Chinese / Traditional Chinese
/ Korean / Thai / French / German / Japanese / Italian / Russian
Operating Environment
Operating Temperature (in Centidegree)| -10°~ 50°
Storage Temperature (in Centidegree)| -20°~ 60°
Operating Humidity| 30~80%RH
Storage Humidity| 10~60%RH
Dimension of XCAMLITE1080P Series
XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera Packing Information
Standard Packing List
A| Gift box : L:17.4cm W:17.4cm H:7.6cm (1pcs, 0.54kg/ box)
B| XCAMLITE1080PA camera (square or circular shape)
C| Power Adapter: Input: AC 100~240V 50Hz/60Hz, Output: DC 12V 1A
American standard: Model: POWER-U-12V1A(MSA-C1000IC12.0-12W-US): UL/CE/FCC
European standard: Model: POWER-E-12V1A(MSA-C10001C12.0-12W-DE): UL/CE/FCC EMI
standard: FCC Part 15 Subpart B EMS standard: EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6
D| HDMI cable
E| USB mouse/USB wireless mouse
Optional Accessory
F| Adjustable lens adapter| C-Mount to Dia.23.2mm eyepiece tube (Please
choose 1 of them for your microscope)| 108001/AMA037
108002/AMA050
108003/AMA075
G| Fixed lens adapter| C-Mount to Dia.23.2mm eyepiece tube (Please
choose 1 of them for your microscope)| 108005/FMA037
108006/FMA050
108007/FMA075
Note : For F and G optional items, please specify your camera
type(C-mount, microscope camera or telescope camera), ToupTek engineer will
help you to determine the right microscope or telescope camera adapter for
your application;
H| 108015(Dia.23.2mm to 30.0mm Ring)/Adapter rings for 30mm eyepiece
tube
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I| 108016(Dia.23.2mm to 30.5mm Ring)/ Adapter rings for 30.5mm eyepiece
tube
J| Calibration kit| 106011/TS-M1(X=0.01mm/100Div.);
106012/TS-M2(X,Y=0.01mm/100Div.);
106013/TS-M7(X=0.01mm/100Div., 0.10mm/100Div.)
K| SD card(4G or 8G)
XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera Application Configurations
Camera Working Standalone with Built-in XCamView Software
For this application, apart from the microscope, you only need an HDMI
monitor, the supplied USB mouse and the camera embedded XCamView software. The
steps to start the camera are listed as below:
- Connect the camera to a HDMI monitor using the HDMI cable;
- Insert the supplied USB mouse to the camera’s USB port;
- Insert the supplied SD card into the HDMI camera SD card;
- Connect the camera to the power adapter and switch it on;
- Turn on the monitor and view the video in the XCamView software. Move the mouse to the left ,top or bottom of the XCamView UI, different control panel or UI will pop up and users could operate with the mouse at ease.
Brief Introduction of XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera’s UI and Its Functions
XCamView UI
The XCAMLITE1080P series camera’s UI shown in Figure 6-1 includes a Camera Control Panel on the left of the video window, a Measurement Toolbar on the top of the video window and a Synthesis Camera Control Toolbar on the bottom of the video window.
The Camera Control Panel on the Left Side of the Video Window
The Camera Control Panel controls the camera to achieve the best video or image quality according to the specific applications; It will pop up automatically when the mouse cursor is moved to the left side of the video window. Left-clicking button to achieve Display/Auto Hide switch of the Camera Control Panel.
Camera Control Panel| Function| Function
Description
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| Snap| Capture image and save it to the SD card
Record| Record video and save it to the SD card
Auto Exposure| When Auto Exposure is checked, the system will automatically
adjust exposure time and gain according to the value of exposure compensation
Exposure Compensation| Available when Auto Exposure is checked. Slide to left
or right to adjust Exposure Compensation according to the current video
brightness to achieve proper brightness value
Exposure Time| Available when Auto Exposure is not checked. Slide to left or
right to reduce or increase exposure time, adjusting brightness of the video
Gain| Adjust Gain to reduce or increase brightness of video. The Noise will be
reduced or increased accordingly
Red| Slide to left or right to decrease or increase the proportion of Red in
RGB on video
Green| Slide to left or right to decrease or increase the proportion of Green
in RGB on video
Blue| Slide to left or right to decrease or increase the proportion of Blue in
RGB on the video
Auto White Balance| White Balance adjustment according
to the video continuously
Manual White Balance| Adjust the Red or Blue item to
set the video White Balance.
ROI White Balance| White Balance could be adjusted when the ROI region is
changed according to content inside the ROI region.
Sharpness| Adjust Sharpness level of the video
Denoise| Slide left or right to denoise the video
Saturation| Adjust Saturation level of the video
Gamma| Adjust Gamma level of the video. Slide to the right side to increase
gamma and to the left to decrease gamma.
Contrast| Adjust Contrast level of the video. Slide to the right side to
increase contrast and to the left to decrease contrast.
DC| For DC illumination, there will be no fluctuation in light source so no
need for compensating light flickering
AC(50HZ)| Check AC(50HZ) to eliminate flickering caused by 50Hz light source
AC(60HZ)| Check AC(60HZ) to eliminate flickering caused by 60Hz light source
Default| Restore all the settings in the Camera Control Panel to default
values
The Measurement Toolbar on top of the Video Window
The Measurement Toolbar will pop up when moving mouse cursor to any place near the upper edge of the video window. Here is the introduction of the various functions on the Measurement Toolbar:
Note :
Icons and Functions of the Synthesis Camera Control Toolbar at the
Bottom of the Video Window
Setting >Measurement
Global| Precision| Used to set the number of digits after the decimal point of
the measurement result
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Calibration| Line Width| Used for defining width of the lines for calibration;
| Color| Used for defining color of the lines for calibration;
| EndPoint| Type: Used for defining shape of the endpoints of lines for
calibration: Null means no EndPoints, rectangle means rectangle type of
endpoints. It makes alignment more easily;
Point, Angle, Line, Horizontal Line, Vertical Line, Rectangle, Circle,
Ellipse, Annulus, Two Circles, Polygon, Curve
| Left-click the along with the Measurement command mentioned above will
unfold the corresponding attribute settings to set the individual property of
the Measurement Objects.
Setting >Magnification
Name| The name of the magnification, usually the magnification of the
objective of the microscope is used as the magnification name when
calibration, such as 4X, 10X, 100X, etc. Besides, other user-defined
information could be added into the magnification name too, for example,
microscope model, operator name, etc.
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Resolution| Pixels per meter. Image device like microscopes have high
resolution value;
Clear All| Click the Clear All button will clear the calibrated
magnifications;
Delete| Click Delete to delete the selected magnification;
Settings >Image Format
Measurement Object Save Method| Burn in Mode: The
measurement objects are merged into the current image. User could not edit the
measurement objects anymore. This mode is not reversable.
Layered Mode: The measurement objects are saved in different layer with
current image data in the target file. User could edit the measurement objects
in the target file with some software on the PC. This mode is reversable.
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Settings>Video
Fast Forward/Reverse Interval| The time interval of the playback of video
files.
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Video Encode| H264: The encoding format of the video files is H264 format.
H265: The encoding format of the video files is H265 format.
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Setting >Storage
Storage Device | SD Card: SD Card is only supported as the storage device. |
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File System Format of the Storage Device | List the file system format of the |
current storage device
FAT32: The file system of SD card is FAT32. The maximum video file size of
single file is 4G Bytes; exFAT: The file system of SD card is exFAT. The
maximum video file size of single file is 4G Bytes;
NTFS: The file system of SD card is NTFS. The maximum video file size of
single file is 4G Bytes. Use PC to format the SD cards and switch between
FAT32, exFAT and NTFS.
Unknown Status: SD card not detected or the file system is not identified;
Setting >Files
Image File Name| Auto: The image files will be saved automatically with the
specified prefix. Manual: Users has to specify the file name before image
saving.
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Video File Name| Auto: The video file will be saved automatically with the
specified prefix. Manual: Users has to specify the video file name before
video recording.
Note: The maximum video file size is 4G Bytes. Multiple video files may be
generated automatically during long time video recording.
Setting>Language ****
English | Set language of the whole software into English; |
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Simplified Chinese | Set language of the whole software into Simplified |
Chinese;
Traditional Chinese| Set language of the whole software into Traditional
Chinese;
Korean| Set language of the whole software into Korean;
Thailand| Set language of the whole software into Thailand;
French| Set language of the whole software into French
German| Set language of the whole software into German
Japanese| Set language of the whole software into Japanese
Italian| Set language of the whole software into Italian
Russian| Set language of the whole software into Russian
Setting >Miscellaneous
Auto Exposure| The maximum exposure time during auto exposure process could be
specified. Setting this item to a lower value could guarantee a faster frame
rate during auto exposure.
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ROI Color| Choosing the ROI rectangle line color
Camera Parameters Import| Import the Camera Parameters from the SD card to use
the previously exported Camera Parameters
Camera Parameters Export| Export the Camera Parameters to the SD card to use
the previously exported Camera Parameters
Reset to factory defaults| Restore camera parameters to its factory status;
Sample Photos Captured with XCAMLITE1080P Series Camera
Contacting Customer Service
Please contact your local distributor if you have any questions about the product.