Automated camera control: SPAD512² single-photon cameras seamlessly controlled through a new Python library

Lausanne, August 26, 2024 — We are excited to introduce the latest Python library designed specifically for the SPAD512² camera, now available with its most up-to-date software version. This cutting-edge library is set to revolutionize your workflow by automating key processes and measurements, making the exploitation of the camera’s advanced features easier than ever before.

Simplified automation and measurement

With the SPAD512S.py library, automating your SPAD512² measurements has never been simpler or more efficient. This powerful Python API allows you to execute a wide range of camera operations with minimal effort. What once required extensive coding can now be accomplished with a single command, drastically streamlining your workflow and boosting productivity.

Key features of the SPAD512S.py library

The SPAD512S.py library is packed with features that make it an indispensable tool for anyone working with the SPAD512² camera. Here are some of the key functionalities:

  • Operating parameter configuration: Easily set and adjust operating voltages, exposure modes, and file-saving paths to align with your specific measurement requirements.
  • Advanced calibration: Perform noise, dead pixel, and breakdown calibrations effortlessly, ensuring your measurements are accurate and reliable.
  • Fan control: Directly manage the camera's cooling system to maintain optimal performance and prevent overheating.
  • Camera information retrieval: Access detailed information about your camera, including operating frequencies and temperatures, to stay informed about its current status.
  • Master/slave offset calibration: Achieve precise synchronization by calibrating the Master/Slave offset, crucial for time-sensitive applications.
  • Intensity measurement: Execute accurate intensity measurements with ease, ensuring consistent results across your experiments.
  • Gated measurement: Perform advanced gated measurements, ideal for time-resolved photon detection applications, with extensive customization options.
Tailored for precision and flexibility

When it comes to Intensity and Gated Measurements, the SPAD512S.py library offers unparalleled flexibility. You can easily customize a range of acquisition parameters, including bit depth, integration time, the number of frames, image width, pile-up correction, and various gate settings in gated mode. This level of control allows you to tailor the camera’s performance to meet the exact needs of your experiments.

Get started with ease

To help you get up and running quickly, we have included several basic script examples on our website. These examples demonstrate how to use the new library effectively, so you can start automating your SPAD512² measurements without delay.

Conclusion

The SPAD512S.py library is a game-changer for anyone working with the SPAD512² camera. By automating complex processes and providing easy access to essential functions, it enables you to conduct your measurements with unprecedented simplicity and efficiency. Whether you’re configuring operating parameters, performing calibrations, or executing advanced measurements, this library has you covered.

Discover the future of single-photon counting measurements—explore the new SPAD512² Python library today. Download the necessary files below and follow the instructions in the example for a simple demonstration:

  • SPAD512S.py
    Python library to control the camera, with easy access to all functionalities from the software.
  • SPAD512S_example_script.py
    Python script to demonstrate the use of the library with a few examples.