Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

The See3CAM_37CUGM camera is unique due to its integration of the Sony Pregius S IMX900 monochrome sensor with on-camera HDR processing, offering 3MP resolution with exceptional image quality. It incorporates e-con systems' proprietary TintE™ ISP for advanced image processing and features Fast auto exposure, Quad HDR, and Quad shutter control. These capabilities make it particularly effective in demanding applications like barcode scanning, autonomous mobile robots, robotic arms and more.

The See3CAM_37CUGM camera utilizes Quad Shutter Mode to assign distinct exposure times to each pixel within 2x2 units, capturing up to four different intensity levels in a single scene. This approach enables the extraction of details from both dark and bright regions simultaneously. The captured image is then processed by the TintE ISP, which combines the data from these four pixels to produce a single High Dynamic Range (HDR) image with a resolution of 0.75 megapixels. The TintE ISP enhances this image by fusing exposures, reducing noise, and optimizing contrast, resulting in a high-quality HDR output.

The Quad HDR feature is available only in the monochrome USB version

Self trigger is an image-capturing technique that uses two Regions of Interest (ROIs)—one for image capture and another for sensing. When the sensing ROI detects changes in pixel intensity beyond a set threshold, it automatically triggers image capture in the second ROI, eliminating the need for an external trigger.

Yes, the self trigger feature is available in all the IMX900-based camera variants listed below:

A: Yes, by default, See3CAM_37CUGM supports external triggers for pin readouts. Please refer to the product documentation for detailed information.

Yes, See3CAM_37CUGM is UVC compliant camera. No additional drivers are required for streaming; you can directly plug it into the host platform.

The supported variants are listed below.

For other product variant with different interfaces, please reach out to camerasolutions@e-consystems.com.

By default, these cameras support X86-based platforms with a USB interface and NVIDIA Orin NX with a MIPI interface. For compatibility with, Qualcomm, Ambarella, other NVIDIA platforms and custom carrier boards, please contact camerasolutions@e-consystems.com.

See3CAM_37CUGM is compatible with Windows 8, 10, and 11, as well as Linux Ubuntu. It supports most v4l2-based applications in Ubuntu versions. A dedicated sample application, QtCAM, with source code, is available for Ubuntu versions up to 20.04.

Fast Auto Exposure (Fast AE) is a function that accelerates exposure adjustment by temporarily increasing the sensor's frame rate and subsampling the image to quickly analyse light intensity. This allows the sensor to determine the optimal exposure setting faster before returning to full-frame mode for final image capture. Since the AE processing is done on-chip, it reduces the computational load on the host system, ensuring efficient image processing.

The fast auto exposure feature is only available in the USB variants that include the TintE ISP. The supported camera models are listed below:

The Sony IMX900 sensor achieves 100,000 fps by utilizing its quad-pixel shutter feature, where each 2×2 pixel block can independently control its exposure start and integration time. This allows precise timing adjustments at the sub-pixel level, enabling multiple exposure variations within a single readout cycle. With an exposure time as short as 10 microseconds per frame, this feature significantly reduces motion blur and enhances high-speed monochrome imaging. By optimizing light capture per pixel, making it ideal for capturing rapidly changing scenes with exceptional detail.

Reference Sony IMX900 Video- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-kcG0khbmHc.

Achieving 100,000 FPS is possible only with specific monochrome variants. The supported models are listed below.

With a custom Region of Interest (ROI), the See3CAM_37CUGM can achieve up to 850 frames per second (FPS).

Yes, you can save custom configurations for future use through the HID controls. This feature allows you to store your preferred settings, making it easy to reload them whenever needed without having to reconfigure everything manually.

e-con Systems offers support for evaluating the camera after purchase. You can also customize hardware, software, and firmware based on the requirements. Additionally, e-con Systems can manufacture and supply custom cameras tailored to your needs.

Yes, e-con Systems provides e-CAMView for Windows and QtCAM for Linux as sample applications to demonstrate the camera's capabilities.

All off-the-shelf products from e-con have a 3-year warranty. Please refer the warranty page for more details.