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CLS-211 Camera Link Simulator
Vivid Engineering CLS-211
Vivid Engineering CLS-211
The CLS-211 Camera Link Simulator is an economical video test pattern generator supporting all Camera Link configurations (base, medium, full, 80-bit).  Fully programmable video timing enables the CLS-211 to mimic the characteristics of cameras with video clock rates up-to (and beyond) the Camera Link 85 MHz maximum. 

The CLS-211 is controlled using a PC with a standard RS-232 serial port. Alternatively, the CLS-211 can be connected to a PC USB port using an optional adapter. CLS-211 control is performed via a simple, straightforward, Command Line Interface (CLI). No special software is required. Configuration files are easily created with user parameters and downloaded to the CLS-211. 

The CLS-211 Camera Link Simulator is very useful for the development, test, and integration of Camera Link components and systems. The CLS-211 is housed in a sturdy aluminum enclosure.

The CLS-211 now incorporates the AIA validation test pattern. The validation test pattern is a 410-frame LFSR (i.e. pseudorandom) sequence used to evaluate the performance of Camera Link components.  This feature was introduced in September 2016 and is found in units with serial number M17001 and higher.

Mature Product.  Please consider our newer CLS-221 Camera Link Simulator.  The CLS-221 supports all video formats including those introduced in the new Camera Link version 2.1, has enhanced features, and is easy to use with included quick-configuration software (note the CLS-221 command set differs slightly from CLS-211).

 
Related Products:
CLS-212 PoCL Simulator 
CLS-221 v2.1 Simulator
CLS-222 v2.1 Simulator w/ PoCL 

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Cable Length Note:
 
To ensure data integrity, we recommend limiting Camera Link cable length for cameras with high clock frequencies as follows:
 
 Camera Frequency   Max Cable Length 
20-60 MHz 10m
61-79 MHz 7m
80-85 MHz 5m
For example, cables used to connect the simulator to the frame grabber should be no longer than 5m with an 85 MHz video test pattern output. 
 

  

Features:
  • High-performance video test pattern generator
  • Supports all CameraLink configurations (base/medium/full/80-bit)
  • 80-bit mode support; ten 8-bit taps, and eight 10-bit taps
  • Fully programmable video timing; mimics camera characteristics
  • Advanced chipset supports video clock rates up-to 85 MHz.
  • Area and line scan formats, image sizes to 64Kx64K
  • Box, line, horizontal/vertical/diagonal wedge test patterns
  • Programmable video pattern initial values and step sizes
  • “Roll” feature adds pattern motion
  • Triggered (exsync) mode and integration timer 
  • Connects to host PC serial port (RS-232), or USB port w/ optional adapter
  • Controlled via a simple Command Line Interface (CLI)
  • Downloadable configuration files are easily created and modified w/ user settings
  • Non-volatile save/recall of user settings
  • Can operate stand-alone
  • Sturdy, compact aluminum enclosure w/ mounting flange
  • Universal power supply and RS-232 cable included 
  • 3-year warrantee
 
Documentation:
CLS-211 Data Sheet (pdf)
CLS-211 User's Manual (pdf)
CLS-211 / 212 Additional Registers for AIA Test Pattern (pdf)
Example Configuration File (rename to ".txt")
 
 
Pricing:

Model

CLS-211
 
CLS-211-N
 
USB-ADAPTER


Description

Camera Link Simulator
 

Camera Link Simulator  (Without Power Supply)

USB to Serial RS-232 Adapter (optional)
 

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Price (US Dollars)

$1315
 
$1300
 
$40


CLS-211 Rear Panel
CLS-211 Rear Panel
 


 
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