Exciting Software Update for the Chronos 4K12

Kron Technologies has rolled out an exciting new software update for the Chronos 4K12, bringing a range of powerful new features and improvements. This update is designed to enhance the camera’s performance, provide new functionality, and resolve existing issues. Best of all, it’s user-installable, allowing all Chronos 4K12 owners to easily upgrade their cameras. Read on to discover the new features, improvements, and a detailed step-by-step guide to installing the update.

Key Features Added to the Chronos 4K12

TIFF Save Format

One of the standout new features is the ability to save images in the TIFF format. This provides users with enhanced flexibility and higher-quality image outputs, which is especially beneficial for those working in industries that require detailed and precise image files.

Advanced Trigger and Synchronization Modes

Shutter Gating Mode: This mode gives you full control over the sensor’s shutter via an external source, ensuring precise timing for specialized applications where accuracy is crucial.

Exposure Trigger Mode: With this mode, you can now control the start of exposure from an external source, complementing existing synchronization features and enhancing flexibility.

These advanced modes improve compatibility with legacy cameras, other Chronos 4K12 units, and external devices like illumination lamps, especially when paired with the Frame Sync Out feature introduced in version 1.6.0.

Improvements and Issue Fixes

In addition to introducing new features, this update also includes several improvements:

• Resolved intermittent horizontal lines in saved H26x footage at 384x96 resolution.
• Improved text input functionality, making it easier to reposition the cursor within text fields for smoother editing.
• Corrected swapped voltage threshold configuration fields for triggers 2 and 3.
• Retained custom IP address settings even when the Ethernet is disconnected, ensuring settings are preserved when reconnecting.

Step-by-Step Guide for Installing the Update

To install the software update version 1.6.1, follow these steps:

1. Download the Update Package

   • Begin by downloading the software update package using the Colour Sensor Download link.
   • Additionally, ensure that you have the "Raspberry Pi Imager" software installed on your computer. This can be downloaded from the Raspberry Pi website for Windows, Mac, or Linux users.

2. Prepare Your Tools

   • Ensure your camera is powered off.
   • Remove the Service Door with a Phillips screwdriver to access the camera’s microSD card.
   • Note: The microSD card must have a minimum capacity of 32GB.

3. Update the microSD Card

   • Remove the microSD card from the camera and insert it into your computer’s SD card slot (using an adapter if necessary).
   • Launch the Raspberry Pi Imager program and select "CHOOSE OS > Use custom" to locate the downloaded update file.
   • Select the microSD card under "Choose Storage."
   • Click the "Next" button, and then select the "No" button in the popup labeled "Use OS customization?"
   • Click "Yes" to begin writing the update to the microSD card.
   • Allow 15–30 minutes for writing and verification.

4. Reinstall and Verify

   • Once the "Write Successful" popup appears, remove the microSD card from your computer and re-insert it into the camera.
   • Reattach the Service Door removed in step 2.
   • Power the camera back on and check the Software Version under the "About" tab in the System Settings.
   • Ensure the Software Version now reads 1.6.1 to confirm the update was successful.

This update for the Chronos 4K12 introduces powerful new features and resolves existing issues, ensuring a smoother, more capable user experience. We highly recommend all users take advantage of these improvements to get the most out of their camera’s full potential.

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