IC Capture 2.5 Update: Streamlining Camera Configuration with Device State Files

The latest release of The Imaging Source’s image acquisition software, IC Capture 2.0 introduces a powerful feature for saving and loading camera configurations via device state files. These XML-formatted files capture the exact settings used in an application, enabling seamless configuration replication across multiple cameras or systems.

Key Features Overview:

  • ROI Simplification: Defining regions of interest (ROI) has been made intuitive through mouse-based selection tools. Once a ROI is set, its dimensions and position relative to the camera sensor are automatically available for use in any program leveraging IC Imaging Control.
  • Export/Import Functionality: The File menu now includes an Export Device State option, allowing users to save configurations as XML files. These files can be reloaded into separate programs (including C#, C++, Python, and LabVIEW) using the LoadDeviceStateFromFile() method.

Step-by-Step ROI Configuration:

  1. Launch IC Capture and navigate to the desired camera settings.
  2. Use the mouse to select the target region of interest:
    • Click to define boundaries or drag for precise selection.
  3. The selected ROI is instantly displayed in real-time, as shown below:

Screen capture: Selected ROI preview.

Technical Integration Example:
To load a device state file named “device.xml” programmatically (C# example):

private void Form1_Load(object sender, EventArgs e)
{
    try
    {
        icImagingControl1.LoadDeviceStateFromFile("device.xml", true);
    }
    catch
    {
        // Handle exceptions if the XML file is missing or invalid.
    }
}

This approach ensures compatibility with other programming languages and environments.

Next Steps:
IC Capture 2.5 offers a robust foundation for camera configuration management. For hands-on guidance, download the latest version or explore additional resources on The Imaging Source’s website.

Last Updated: 2025-09-05 00:10:14