1 The XCAM1080PHX's Basic Characteristic
- C-mount CMOS camera with Sony high sensitivity sensor.
- HDMI and WiFi outputs simultaneously.
- HDMI output can be controlled via XCamView using a USB mouse.
- WiFi output can be enabled with a wireless network USB adapter and controlled with ToupView/ToupLite application.
- Features an Ultra-Fine Color Engine for perfect color reproduction (WiFi).
- Supports 5.04M resolution images (2592*1944 for XCAM1080PHB) or 2.0M resolution images (1920*1080 for XCAM1080PHD/PHE with Global Shutter for PHE), which can be captured and saved for browsing.
- Supports 1080P video stream (ASF format) capture and saving.
- Provides a Windows/Linux/OSX multiple platform SDK.
- Features a CNC housing.
- Suitable for industrial inspection, education, research, materials analysis, precision measurement, and medical analyses.
2 Camera Specifications
2.1 Camera datasheet
| Order Code | Sensor & Size(mm) | Pixel(μm) | G Sensitivity/Dark Signal | FPS/Resolution | Binning | Exposure/(ms) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XCAM1080PHB XP1080B | 1080P/5M/Sony IMX178(C) 1/1.8"(6.22x4.67) | 2.4x2.4 | 425mv with 1/30s 0.15mv with 1/30s | 30/1920*1080(HDMI) 25/1920x1080(NETWORK) | 1x1 | 0.03~918 |
| XCAM1080PHD XP1080D | 1080P/2M/Sony IMX185(C) 1/1.9"(7.20x4.05) | 3.75x3.75 | 1120mv with 1/30s 0.15mv with 1/30s | 30/1920*1080(HDMI) 25/1920x1080(NETWORK) | 1x1 | 0.06~918 |
| XCAM1080PHE XP1080E | 1080P/2M/Sony IMX249(C,GS) 1/1.2"(11.25x6.33) | 5.86*5.86 | 1016mv with 1/30s 0.15mv with 1/30s | 30/1920*1080(HDMI) 25/1920*1080(NETWORK) | 1x1 | 0.043~1000 |
C: Color; M: Monochrome;
The XCAM1080PHE utilizes a large Sony global shutter CMOS sensor, serving as a superior replacement for traditional CCD video cameras.
Figure 1: The back panel of the XCAM1080PHX camera displays ports for USB (mouse/WiFi adapter), HDMI output, DC12V power input, an SD card slot, and an ON/OFF switch, accompanied by a power indicator LED.| Interface & Button Functions | Function | Other Specification for HDMI Output |
|---|---|---|
| USB | USB Mouse/USB WiFi Adapter | |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | With USB Mouse to Operate on the Embedded XCamView |
| DC12V | 12V Power in | |
| SD | SD Card Slot | |
| ON/OFF | Power On/off Switch | |
| LED | Power Indicator | |
| UI Operation |
2.2 Function XCAM1080PHX series camera
| Order Code | HDMI Output | WiFi | USB to Ethernet | Multi-camera Network Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XCAM1080PHX /XP1080B | ✔️ | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ |
| XCAM1080PHX /XP1080D | ✔️ | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ |
| XCAM1080PHX /XP1080E | ✔️ | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ |
3 The LED Functions of the XCAM1080PHX Series Camera
| LED Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Red LED lights on | The camera is powered off |
| Blue LED flashes 1x per second | The camera is initializing |
| Blue LED flashes 4x per second | The camera is updating the firmware |
| Blue LED lights on | The camera is ready |
4 Dimension of XCAM1080PHX Series Camera
Figure 2: The XCAM1080PHX camera is shown with dimensions: 65mm width, 78mm height, and 81mm depth. Ports visible on the back include HDMI, USB, DC12V, and an SD card slot, along with an ON/OFF switch and LED indicator.5 Package Information
Standard Packing List
| A | Gift box: L:25.5cm W:17.0cm H:9.0cm (1pcs, 1.43Kg/ box) |
| B | XCAM1080PHXB or XCAM1080PHXD or XCAM1080PHXE camera |
| C | Power Adapter: Input: AC 100~240V 50Hz/60Hz, Output: DC 12V 1A. Includes various certifications like UL/CUL/BSMI/CB/FCC and compliance with EMI/EMS standards (e.g., EN55022, EN61000-4-2, FCC Part 15 Class B). |
| D | HDMI cable |
| E | USB mouse |
| F | Wireless network adapter with USB interface |
| G | CD (Driver & utilities software, Ø12cm) |
Optional Accessory
| H | Adjustable lens adapter | C-Mount to Dia.23.2mm eyepiece tube (for microscope) C-Mount to Dia.31.75mm eyepiece tube (for telescope) | 108001/AMA037 108002/AMA050 108003/AMA075 108008/ATA037 108009/ATA050 |
| I | Fixed lens adapter | C-Mount to Dia.23.2mm eyepiece tube (for microscope) C-Mount to Dia.31.75mm eyepiece tube (for telescope) | 108005/FMA037 108006/FMA050 108007/FMA075 108011/FTA037 108012/FTA050 108013/FTA075 |
| J | Adapter rings for 30mm eyepiece tube | 108015 (Dia.23.2mm to 30.0mm ring) | 108010/ATA075 |
| K | Adapter rings for 30.5mm eyepiece tube | 108016 (Dia.23.2mm to 30.5mm ring) | |
| L | 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.) | |
| M | SD card(4G or 8G) |
Note: For optional items H and I, please specify your camera type (C-mount, microscope camera, or telescope camera). ToupTek engineers will assist in selecting the correct adapter.
6 Extension of XCAM1080PHX with Microscope or Telescope Adapter
| Extension | Picture | Application |
|---|---|---|
| C-mount Camera | A blue cube-shaped camera with a lens mount. | Machine vision; Medical imaging; Semiconductor equipment; Test instruments; Document scanners; 2D barcode readers; Web camera and security video; Microscope imaging. |
| Microscope Camera | Diagrams showing the XCAM1080PHX camera connected to microscope adapters (e.g., AMAXXX, FMAXXX) for 23.2mm eyepiece tubes. | |
| Telescope Camera | Diagrams showing the XCAM1080PHX camera connected to telescope adapters (e.g., ATAXXX, FTAXXX) for 31.75mm eyepiece tubes. |
7 Software and App
The software or the APP can be downloaded from the following links:
8 Camera Application Configurations
The XCAM1080PHX series camera can be used in 4 different ways, each requiring different hardware environments. For this application, besides the camera and microscope, you need an HDMI displayer, the supplied USB mouse, and the camera's embedded XCamView software. A computer or network connection is not required to operate the camera. The steps to start the camera are: The PC must have WiFi capability. For Windows users (XP 32bit, 7/8/10 32/64 bit), use ToupView. For macOS and Linux users (macOS 10.10 or above, or Linux with kernel 2.6.27 or higher), use ToupLite. For mobile devices, the free ToupView app is required (iOS 11+ or Android 5.1+). The steps to start the camera are: This application treats the camera as a network camera. Users must manually configure the IP addresses for both the camera and the PC, ensuring they are on the same network with matching subnet masks and default gateways. Start the camera as per Section 8.1. While the camera is running, click the X button on the Synthesis Camera Control Toolbar to open the Settings window (Figure 5). Input the camera's IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway. On the PC, configure the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) settings with a similar IP address (Figure 6). After configuration, connect the XCAM1080PHX camera to the computer via the USB to Ethernet adapter (Figure 7). In LAN mode, the camera connects to a switch or router via a USB Ethernet adapter and an Ethernet cable. If the router supports WiFi, cameras can also be connected wirelessly. Connection and configuration are similar to Sections 8.1 and 8.3. Key is to check the DHCP option. If multicast is not supported or disabled, select unicast. If multicast is supported, selecting it can improve performance, especially with multiple users accessing the same camera. Ensure the network's broadcasting function is enabled. Active XCAM1080PHX cameras are automatically recognized by ToupView/ToupLite software or the ToupView app and displayed as a list or thumbnail. The steps to start the cameras are: Note on data security: Data transfer over LAN or WiFi is not encrypted. Anyone on the network with ToupView software or App installed can view live images of active cameras. For privacy, use the XCamView software. About routers/switches: It is recommended to use routers/switches supporting 802.11ac 5G for a better wireless connection experience.8.1 Camera working standalone with built-in XCamView software
8.2 Camera working in WiFi mode (AP Mode)
8.3 Camera working with USB to Ethernet adapter to connect PC.
8.4 Connecting multi-cameras to the router through the USB to Ethernet adapter for network application
9 Brief Introduction of XCAM1080PHX UI and Its Functions
9.1 XCamView UI
The XCAM1080PHX UI includes a Camera Control Panel on the left of the video window, a Measurement Toolbar at the top, and a Synthesis Camera Control Toolbar at the bottom.
Figure 10: A screenshot of the XCAM1080PHX Camera Control GUI, showing the layout of the software interface with various control elements.Notes:
- To display the Camera Control Panel, move the mouse cursor to the left side of the video window.
- When the mouse cursor moves to the bottom of the video window, the Synthesis Camera Control Toolbar appears automatically.
- Moving the mouse cursor to the top of the video window brings up the Measurement Toolbar for calibration and measurement operations.
- Clicking the Float/Fixed button ?️ on the Measurement Toolbar fixes it. In this state, the Camera Control Panel will not pop up automatically. To enable other operations, click the button on the Measurement Toolbar to exit measurement mode.
- During measurement, when a specific object is selected, an Object Location & Attributes Control Bar appears for adjusting its properties.
9.2 The camera control panel on the left side of the video window
The Camera Control Panel allows users to adjust camera settings for optimal video or image quality. It pops up automatically when the mouse cursor is moved to the left edge of the video window (unless in measurement status). Clicking the button toggles between Display and Auto Hide modes.
| Camera Control Panel Function | Function Description |
|---|---|
| Snap | Capture image and save it to the SD card. |
| Record | Record video and save it to the SD card. |
| Auto Exposure | When checked, automatically adjusts exposure time and gain based on exposure compensation value. |
| Exposure Compensation | Available when Auto Exposure is checked. Adjusts exposure compensation to achieve proper brightness. |
| Exposure Time | Available when Auto Exposure is unchecked. Adjusts exposure time to control video brightness. |
| Gain | Adjusts gain to reduce or increase video brightness and noise. |
| Red | Adjusts the proportion of Red in RGB for the video. |
| Green | Green is the base for reference and cannot be adjusted. |
| Blue | Adjusts the proportion of Blue in RGB for the video. |
| White Balance | Adjusts white balance based on the window video. |
| Sharpness | Adjusts the sharpness level of the video. |
| Denoise | Reduces noise in the video. |
| Saturation | Adjusts the saturation level of the video. |
| Gamma | Adjusts the gamma level of the video. Slide right to increase, left to decrease. |
| Contrast | Adjusts the contrast level of the video. Slide right to increase, left to decrease. |
| DC | For DC illumination, no compensation for light flickering is needed. |
| AC(50HZ) | Eliminates flickering caused by 50Hz illumination. |
| AC(60HZ) | Eliminates flickering caused by 60Hz illumination. |
| Default | Restores all settings in the Camera Control Panel to default values. |
9.3 The Measurement Toolbar on the upper side of the video window
The Measurement Toolbar appears when the mouse cursor is moved near the upper edge of the video window. It provides various functions for calibration and measurement.
Figure 11: Shows the buttons on the Measurement Toolbar, including Float/Fix switch, Visible toggle, Measurement Unit selection, Magnification selection, Object Select, and various measurement tools like Point, Angle, Line, Rectangle, Circle, Ellipse, etc.| Icon | Function | Icon | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| ?️ | Float/Fix switch of the Measurement Toolbar | ||
| ?️ | Visible | Define measuring object in Show / Hide mode | |
| ? | Nanometer (nm) | Select the desired Measurement Unit | |
| 4X | Choose the same Magnification as the microscope to ensure accuracy of measurement result when measurement unit is not in Pixel unit | ||
| Object Select | |||
| • | Point | ||
| ∠ | Angle | ||
| 4 Points Angle | |||
| Arbitrary Line | |||
| 3 Points Line | |||
| 3 Points Vertical Line | |||
| Parallel | |||
| — | Horizontal Line | ||
| Vertical Line | |||
| □ | Rectangle | ||
| ○ | Circle | ||
| 3 Points Circle | |||
| Ellipse | |||
| Annulus | |||
| Two Circles and Center Distance | |||
| 3 Points Two Circles and Center Distance | |||
| Arc | |||
| Polygon | |||
| Curve | |||
| Arrow | |||
| Scale Bar |
Calibration is necessary to establish the relationship between magnification, resolution, measurement unit, and sensor pixel size. This requires a micrometer. Refer to the ToupView help manual for detailed steps.
Note:
- Clicking the Display/Hide button ?️ on the Measurement Toolbar fixes it. The Camera Control Panel will not pop up automatically. To exit measurement mode and allow other operations, click the button on the Measurement Toolbar.
- When a measuring object is selected, the Object Location & Attributes Control Bar appears to adjust its properties.
9.4 Icons and functions of the Synthesis Camera Control Toolbar at the bottom of the video window
| Icon | Function | Icon | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| ➕ | Zoom In the Video Window | ➖ | Zoom Out the Video Window |
| ↔️ | Horizontal Flip | ↕️ | Vertical Flip |
| ⏸️ | Video Freeze | ➕ | Display Cross Line |
| WDR | Wide Dynamic Range Mode | Compare | Compare Image with the Current Video |
| SD Card | Browse Images and Videos in the SD Card | ⚙️ | Settings |
| ℹ️ | Check the Version of XCamView |
The Settings function offers various configurations:
WiFi Settings
Figure 12: Comprehensive WiFi Settings Page, showing options for Wireless communication channel (Channel), camera name (SSID), and WiFi Password (default: 12345678).LAN Settings
Figure 13: Comprehensive LAN Settings Page, including DHCP option, IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway. DHCP allows automatic IP assignment from routers/switches for LAN networking.IP Address: Every machine needs a unique identifier. IP addresses (IPv4 and IPv6) are used for network communication. Users must manually configure IP addresses on the camera and PC to be in the same network segment. Private addresses (Class A, B, C) are used internally. Suggested IP address is Class C (e.g., 192.168.x.x).
Subnet Mask: Distinguishes network domain from host domain in a 32-bit IP address.
Default Gateway: Allows computers on a network to communicate with computers on other networks. It acts as the entry point for data bound for external networks.
Unicast/Multicast: By default, unicast is used. In Sec 6.4 networking environments with router/switch multicast support, switching to multicast can save bandwidth and allow more camera connections.
Measurement Settings
Figure 14: Comprehensive Measurement Settings Page, with options for Global (decimal places), Line Width, Color, and EndPoint type for calibration lines.Magnification Calibration Management
Figure 15: Comprehensive Magnification Calibration Management Settings Page, allowing users to set magnification names (e.g., 10X, 40X), manage resolution, clear all calibrations, or delete specific ones.Name: Magnification names (e.g., 10X, 40X, 100X) are based on microscope magnification. Ensure alignment with the microscope's scale. Names can be edited.
Resolution: Pixels per meter; higher values indicate better resolution.
Clear All: Clears all calibrated magnifications.
Delete: Deletes the selected magnification.
Image Format Settings
Figure 16: Comprehensive Image Format Settings Page, offering JPEG (high compression, vivid images, measurements burned-in) and TIFF (includes image and measurement data, editable separately) formats.Video Encode Settings
Figure 17: Comprehensive Video Encode Settings Page, with MJPEG (excellent quality, higher consumption) and H.264 (good quality, lower consumption) codec options.SD Card Setting
Figure 18: Comprehensive Setting of SD Card Setting Page, showing File System options (FAT32: max 4GB per file; NTFS: max 2TB per file) and status indicators.Language Selection Setting
Figure 19: Comprehensive Setting of Language Selection Setting Page, allowing the software language to be set to English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, or Thai.Miscellaneous Settings
Figure 20: Comprehensive Miscellaneous Settings Page, including Clarity Factor (focus assessment), Date Time configuration (not saved without RTC), Ruler toggle, Import/Export of settings, and Reset to factory defaults.10 Sample Photos Captured with XCAM1080PHX Series Camera
A high-resolution image showing a microscopic view of plant cells, demonstrating the camera's imaging capabilities.11 Contacting Customer Service
Hangzhou ToupTek Photonics Co., Ltd
4F, Block A, B, Building 2, No.321, Jinpeng Street, Xihu District
Hangzhou, 310030, Zhejiang,
P.R.China
Phone:
+86-571-8111-0735
+86-571-8111-0730
+86-571-8810-2638
+86-18058780750 (Mobile Phone)
FAX: +86-571-8668-3738
Email: tphz@touptek.com
Skype: 18058780750/ToupTek Photonics
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Wechat: 18058780750
中文联系信息 (Chinese Contact Information):
杭州图谱光电科技有限公司 (Hangzhou ToupTek Photonics Co., Ltd)
浙江省杭州市西湖区金蓬街321号2号楼A、B座4楼 (4F, Block A, B, Building 2, No.321, Jinpeng Street, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China)
