CCD Linear Camera

Intended for investigating all optical phenomena in real time, this precision CCD linear camera consists of a measuring head with a CCD linear array, control unit for a PC and oscilloscope, as well as data acquisition accessories.
The control unit can be connected directly to a PC and/or oscilloscope. The scope of supply includes user-friendly software, neutral grey filters, patch cords and a storage case.

Measurement head with a CCD linear array:

Resolution: 2048 pixels (14µm x 200µm)
Sensitive length: 30 mm
Neutral-grey filter: Density factor 3.0: black/white
Integration time (remote or direct control) : 5 to 42.5 ms – step 2.5 ms.
Rod: 170 mm x 10 mm Ø

Control unit:

The control unit serves as an interface between the PC and/or oscilloscope and the measuring head. If an oscilloscope is used, the sensitivity of the CCD array can be adjusted via a rotary knob.

Oscilloscope outputs:
Trigger output: for external triggering via a BNC jack; the trigger signal is synchronized with the first pixel emission
Signal output: CCD array via a BNC socket, 1.5 Vpp / 1 V offset
Sweep mode: adjustable from 22 Hz to 200 Hz
Sensitivity control: for CCD array

Computer connection: via a serial interface and 25-pole cable
Refresh rate: 20 fps @ P233 MMX – RAM 16 Mo

System requirements:

Operating system: Windows 3.1 or higher
Computer: At least PC486 DX33 with 8 MB RAM
2 MB of free hard-disk space
Screen resolution: At least 640 x 480 pixels with 256 colors

Software

The multi-lingual software offers a wide range of functions:

• Real-time displays for observing time-dependent phenomena, for example, during experiment adjustments
• Adjustable sensitivity of the measuring head in accordance with the intensity of the light source
• Representation of the intensity distribution of interference spectra in diagrams and grey stages, as well as colored display of measured emission and absorption spectra
• Measurement functions such as adjustable axis scaling, grids, vertical and horizontal cursor with corresponding displays, peak-search routine with display of intensity and position, zoom
• Signal processing functions such as smoothing, averaging and inversion of spectra, Fast-Fourier Transformation
• Simulations for comparing theoretically calculated interference and diffraction intensity distributions with experimental data
• Storage, printing, online help and export of data and graphics (in the form of word processing, spreadsheet and bitmap files)

Scope of delivery:
• CCD linear camera
• Control unit for CCD linear camera
• Plug-in power supply 115V AC
• Neutral-grey filter
• Manual with experiment descriptions
• Software for data recording and evaluation
• Connecting cable, 25-pole
• Transport case