Arducam GMSL2 8MP IMX219 Raspberry Pi Camera Extension Kit User Manual

1. Introducció

This manual provides detailed instructions for the setup, operation, and maintenance of your Arducam GMSL2 8MP IMX219 Raspberry Pi Camera Extension Kit. This kit enables long-distance camera connectivity for Raspberry Pi systems, leveraging GMSL2 technology for stable and high-quality video transmission.

Image 1.1: Arducam GMSL2 8MP IMX219 Raspberry Pi Camera Extension Kit, showing the camera module connected via a coaxial cable to the deserializer board.

2. Informació de seguretat

• Ensure all connections are secure before powering on the Raspberry Pi.
• Avoid exposing the camera module or boards to extreme temperatures, moisture, or static electricity.
• Handle components with care to prevent damage to delicate connectors and circuits.
• Do not attempt to modify the hardware beyond the intended assembly.

3. Contingut del paquet

Verifiqueu que tots els elements que s'enumeren a continuació siguin presents al vostre paquet:

• 1 x Arducam GMSL2 Rx board (Deserializer board)
• 1 x Arducam GMSL2 camera Tx board (Serializer board)
• 1 x 1m Fakra Z Female to Female RF Coaxial Cable
• 1 x Arducam IMX219 Camera Module (8MP)
• 1 x 40mm 22-22pin FPC Cable

Image 3.1: All components included in the Arducam GMSL2 8MP IMX219 Raspberry Pi Camera Extension Kit.

4. Instruccions de configuració

Follow these steps to assemble and connect your camera extension kit to a Raspberry Pi.

4.1 Hardware Assembly

1. Attach IMX219 Camera Module to Tx Board: Carefully connect the 8MP IMX219 camera module to the Arducam GMSL2 camera Tx (Serializer) board. Ensure the ribbon cable is inserted correctly and the latch is secured.
2. Connect Fakra Coaxial Cable: Connect one end of the 1m Fakra Z coaxial cable to the Tx board and the other end to the Rx (Deserializer) board. Ensure the connectors click into place securely.
3. Mount Rx Board to Raspberry Pi: Attach the Arducam GMSL2 Rx board to your Raspberry Pi (compatible with Pi 4B and Pi 5). Use the provided stand-offs and screws to secure the board to the Raspberry Pi's mounting holes.
4. Connect FPC Cable: Connect the 40mm 22-22pin FPC cable from the Rx board to the CSI-2 camera port on your Raspberry Pi. Note that the white cable is typically for Pi 5 and the bronze/orange cable for Pi 4. Ensure the cable is inserted with the contacts facing the correct direction and the connector latch is closed.

Image 4.1: The Arducam GMSL2 Rx board securely mounted onto a Raspberry Pi, with the FPC cable connected.

Image 4.2: Complete assembly of the Arducam GMSL2 camera extension kit with the camera module, coaxial cable, and Rx board connected to a Raspberry Pi.

Image 4.3: Visual representation of the kit's compatibility with Raspberry Pi 4B and Raspberry Pi 5 models.

Image 4.4: The kit supports up to 15 meters extension, though the included coaxial cable is 1 meter in length.

4.2 Configuració del programari

After hardware assembly, configure your Raspberry Pi OS to recognize and utilize the camera. This typically involves enabling the camera interface and using libcamera eines.

1. Update Raspberry Pi OS: Ensure your Raspberry Pi OS is up to date by running:

   sudo apt update && sudo apt full-upgrade -y

2. Enable Camera Interface: Use the Raspberry Pi configuration tool:

   sudo raspi-config

   Navega a Opcions d'interfície > Càmera and enable it. Reboot your Raspberry Pi if prompted.
3. Verify Camera Detection: After reboot, you can check if the camera is detected using libcamera-still:

   libcamera-still --list-cameras

   You should see your IMX219 camera listed.

5. Instruccions de funcionament

This section covers basic commands for operating your Arducam GMSL2 camera with Raspberry Pi.

5.1 Capturing Still Images

To capture a still image, use the libcamera-still comandament:

libcamera-still -o image.jpg

This command will capture an image and save it as image.jpg in your current directory.

For a preview window and autofocus, you can use:

libcamera-still -t 0 --autofocus --keypress

This command will open a preview window, enable autofocus, and wait for a key press to capture an image. Press 'q' to quit the preview.

5.2 Gravació de vídeo

To record video, use the libcamera-vid comandament:

libcamera-vid -t 10000 -o video.h264

This command will record video for 10 seconds (10000 milliseconds) and save it as video.h264.

5.3 En directe Preview

For a continuous live preview without saving, use libcamera-still with a long timeout and no output file:

libcamera-still -t 0

Press 'q' to quit the preview.

5.4 Vídeo de demostració

Watch this video for a visual demonstration of the Arducam GMSL2 camera extension kit in operation, including setup and image capture examples.

6. Manteniment

• Keep the camera lens clean using a soft, lint-free cloth. Avoid abrasive materials.
• Guardeu el kit en un lloc sec i sense pols quan no l'utilitzeu.
• Regularly check cable connections for looseness or damage.
• Ensure proper ventilation for the Raspberry Pi and camera boards during operation to prevent overheating.

7. Solució De Problemes

• Càmera no detectada:
  • Verify all ribbon and coaxial cable connections are secure and correctly oriented.
  • Ensure the camera interface is enabled in raspi-config.
  • Check if the Raspberry Pi OS is updated to the latest version.
  • Confirm the FPC cable type matches your Raspberry Pi model (white for Pi 5, bronze for Pi 4).
• Poor Image Quality / No Signal:
  • Inspect the Fakra coaxial cable for kinks or damage.
  • Assegureu-vos que la lent de la càmera estigui neta i lliure d'obstruccions.
  • Check the power supply to the Raspberry Pi; insufficient power can affect camera performance.
• Problemes d'enfocament automàtic:
  • Assegureu-vos que hi hagi prou il·luminació a l'entorn.
  • Try manually focusing if the libcamera command supports it, or restart the application.

8. Especificacions

9. Informació de la garantia

For detailed warranty information regarding your Arducam GMSL2 8MP IMX219 Raspberry Pi Camera Extension Kit, please refer to the official Arducam website or contact their customer support directly. Warranty terms and conditions may vary by region and purchase location.

10. Suport

If you encounter any issues or require further assistance, please visit the Arducam official support page or contact their technical support team. You can often find drivers, documentation, and community forums on their weblloc.

Arducam Official Weblloc: www.arducam.com