The National Instruments part number 778200-01 refers to the PCI-1409 Image Acquisition Device, a versatile frame grabber designed for high-performance imaging applications. This device features four video inputs and supports a maximum sampling frequency of 40 MHz, accommodating up to four standard or non-standard video sources. It is equipped with four external digital I/O or trigger lines and four digital outputs for camera control, making it ideal for scientific imaging and machine vision developers. The PCI-1409 is compatible with a wide array of camera formats, including RS-170/NTSC, CCIR/PAL, VGA, and double-speed progressive scan cameras, allowing the capture of high-resolution, measurement-quality images from various cameras and sensors.

The PCI-1409 boasts high-quality monochrome camera compatibility, providing a dynamic range of up to 60 dB, which corresponds to 10 bits or 1,024 gray scales. Users can perform image acquisition in both 8-bit and 10-bit modes, achieving high frame rates of up to 60 frames per second when utilizing double-speed progressive scan cameras. The device operates seamlessly with the NI-IMAQ driver software, which is compatible with major software packages such as Vision Builder for Automated Inspection and the Vision Development Module. Moreover, it interfaces smoothly with programming environments like LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, and Measurement Studio.

With the capability of capturing images from both variable-scan and line-scan devices, the PCI-1409 supports pixel clocks ranging from 2 MHz to 40 MHz. Users benefit from the Measurement & Automation Explorer utility included with NI-IMAQ, which simplifies the configuration of standard and non-standard video capture. The PCI-1409 IMAQ Device is further enhanced by three onboard DMA controllers that facilitate efficient data transfer between the onboard FIFO and the host memory via the PCI bus. This versatility makes the National Instruments PCI-1409 an essential component for advanced imaging solutions, supporting a range of applications across various industries.