Vista Compatible Software Driver

The new software driver version 2.40 for the UEye cameras from IDS now supports the latest Microsoft operating system (32-bit). The most interesting new feature is the possibility of flash exposure in free-run mode. This function was previously only available in trigger mode. In free-run mode the camera sensor works autonomously and at maximum speed. While one captured image is being transmitted, the next image is exposed. This provides very high frame rates. The short exposure times with flash support allow taking pin-sharp images even of quickly moving subjects. Permanent lighting is no longer required. The cameras flash output can also be used as a trigger signal, e.g. for starting external measurements. In that case the images are taken synchronously with the measurements.