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JPEG UART Camera Tutorial

This 8-page document provides step-by-step instructions for using a LinkSprite JPEG color camera with a serial UART interface. It details the necessary hardware, including the camera, power supply, and RS232 cable. It also lists the needed software and provides test procedures for taking pictures using the evaluation GUI or sending commands via X-CTU. The document guides the user through setting up the hardware connection, launching software, and taking test photos to verify proper functionality.

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JPEG UART Camera Tutorial

This 8-page document provides step-by-step instructions for using a LinkSprite JPEG color camera with a serial UART interface. It details the necessary hardware, including the camera, power supply, and RS232 cable. It also lists the needed software and provides test procedures for taking pictures using the evaluation GUI or sending commands via X-CTU. The document guides the user through setting up the hardware connection, launching software, and taking test photos to verify proper functionality.

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Step-by-Step Tutorial for Using LinkSprite JPEG Color Camera Serial UART Interface Model LS-Y201

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Hardware needed
1. The camera itself

2. 5V power supply 3. RS232 Cable with DB9 female connector

Hardware connection

TXD(out) of camera is connected to pin 2 (RXD) of the DE-9 FEMALE. RXD(in) of camera is connected to pin 3 (TXD) of the DE-9 FEMALE. GND of camera is connected to pin 5 (GND) of the DE-9 FEMALE, and also connected to GND of Power. +5V of camera is connected to power.

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A photo of setup:

Software Needed
X-CTU from digi.com Evaluation Utility: http://www.linksprite.com/download/showdownload.php?id=36&lang=en

Test Procedure

Step 1: Sanity Check


Power On Reset. X-CTU shows reset message:

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Step 2: Launch the evaluation GUI

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Click Open under the COM/Data Rate Section. Modify the path for capture files. Note: this is a must. If the path is pointing to an invalid or unwritable location, the program may crash.

Step 3-a: Take picture with the evaluation GUI

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Click Single Shot:

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Step 3-b: Take picture with X-CTU


Compose command in HEX (refer to use manual) and Send data. X-CTU will show the command you just send and the Cameras returned message.

Take Picture command:

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LinkSprite Technologies, Inc. Add: 1410 Cannon Mountain Dr, Longmont, CO 80503 Tel: 720-204-8599 Email: [email protected] Technical support: [email protected] Web: www.linksprite.com

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