Pinchot C# ScanSystem Configuration API

This high level document covers the main objects, methods, and properties related to configuring ScanHead objects within a ScanSystem for optimal scanning performance.

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High-Level Overview

The Pinchot API provides comprehensive configuration capabilities to optimize scan head performance for specific applications. Configuration involves five main areas:

1. Exposure Settings - Control laser on time and auto-exposure parameters
2. Alignment Parameters - Correct for mechanical mounting variations
3. Scan Windows - Define regions of interest to improve performance
4. Exclusion Masks - Block problematic pixels from data collection
5. Phase Tables - Schedule multiple scan heads for coordinated operation

All configuration must be applied before scanning. The API validates parameters against hardware specifications and automatically sends configuration data during the connection process.

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Relevant API Calls

• ScanHead.Configure(ScanHeadConfiguration)
• ScanHeadConfiguration.SetLaserOnTime(uint, uint, uint)
• ScanHead.SetAlignment(double, double, double)
• ScanHead.SetWindow(ScanWindow)
• ScanWindow.CreateScanWindowRectangular(double, double, double, double)
• ScanHead.SetExclusionMask(Camera, ExclusionMask)
• ScanHead.CreateExclusionMask()
• ScanSystem.AddPhase()
• ScanSystem.AddPhaseElement(uint, Camera)
• ScanSystem.AddPhaseElement(uint, Laser)