Image sensor integrated into data processing system - uses video camera of which image pick=up is distant from control system, with remote sensor control unit and interface combined in extension card, and camera operated from computer system

摘要

An image sensor (10) is remote from its control unit (2) and an interface (3) to a data processing system (4). The control unit and interface are accommodated on an extension card (6) which may be linked to the data processing system. The use of the extension card allows the image sensor control unit to obtain its feeding signals (11) necessary for operation from the data processing system (4). The interface enables camera adjustments to be made through the data processing system using the internal bus (10). ADVANTAGE - Adjustments and aids to use are accessible through data processing system. Overall size and weight of equipment is reduced.