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Article 351 - Some GigE network parameters may prevent video streaming

Issue:
This article explains possible causes for failure by GigE Vision cameras to start video streaming and how to fix.

Cause:

Failure to start video streaming may occur under the following conditions:

  • Stream channel packet size is set to the minimum of 576 bpp, AND
  • The Point Grey Image Filter driver is disabled.

Solution:

To fix, do one or more of the following:

  • Increase stream channel packet size using either the FlyCapture API or the FlyCap Demo program. For more information about packet size, consult your camera's Technical Reference Manual.
  • Enable the Point Grey Image Filter driver. For more information, see the FlyCapture SDK Help.
  • Free up system resources by terminating unnecessary programs or processes.
  • Increase virtual memory by increasing the size of the Windows paging file.

Related Articles:
1.) Windows Firewall may disable GigE network
2.) Standard PCI network adapters may cause camera control problems
3.) Lost Ethernet data packets on Linux systems


Article ID:
351
Published:
9/28/2010 11:05:21 AM
Last Modified:
10/14/2010 10:15:05 AM
Keywords:
streaming, video, GigE, packet size, SCPS, Image Filter Driver
Issue Type:
Normal Use

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