Knowledge Base

Set Up DanioVision

PCIe Slot Performance

When possible, choose the slot that gives maximum performance. To estimate performance, take note of the slot version (2, 3, etc.) and compare it with the following values:

• PCIe v1.x: 250 MB/s
• PCIe v2.x: 500 MB/s
• PCIe v3.0: ~1 GB/s
• PCIe v4.0: ~2 GB/s
• PCIe v5.0: ~4 GB/s
• PCIe v6.0: ~8 GB/s

Note that values are given per lane; they should not be multiplied by the number of lanes in a slot (e.g. x4) since the card has a 1x connector (that is, one lane). For example, SLOT1-PCIe3x4 means version 3.0 with four lanes.

Important: Do not insert the PCIe board in the blue or white slots.

Step 1: Install the Ethernet Card

1. Unpack the Ethernet card, place it into the slot, and press it carefully into position. If the card does not fit into place easily, remove it and repeat the operation.
2. When touching the board, its electronic components can be damaged by static electricity. To avoid any such risk, make sure that you are grounded. You can ground yourself by putting on an earthing wristlet and attaching its clip to the metal frame of the computer. If an earthing wristlet is not available, you can hold the metal frame with one hand while holding the Ethernet card in your other hand. Ensure also that your clothing does not touch any components while handling the card.
3. Fix the card to the chassis and re-fit the computer's cover.

For more information about installing the camera and the Ethernet board, see Camera Installation in the EthoVision XT Help.

Step 2: Install the Camera Driver

The camera driver is already installed when you installed EthoVision XT, provided that during installation under Drivers and Tools you selected Basler GigE camera driver. If you have not done so, follow the instructions below.

1. Download the camera driver software from my.noldus.com. Log in or register, then choose Downloads > EthoVision XT > Drivers and Tools. Under the EthoVision XT version that applies, download the Basler Pylon Camera Driver - Noldus - [version number].
2. Double-click Basler_pylon_[version number].exe. Accept the Terms and Conditions, then click Next.
3. Under Profiles, select Custom and click Next.
4. Under Features, choose GigE Camera Support. Also select pylon Viewer and DirectShow Support.
5. Complete the installation.
6. Connect an Ethernet port on your computer to the Ethernet port of DanioVision using a network cable.

Step 3: Assign the IP Address to the Ethernet Card

Tip: Watch the video tutorial Set Up the Camera. In EthoVision XT, choose Help > Video Tutorial.

For DanioVision DVOC-0050: Repeat this procedure two times — once for the port of the Ethernet board for connecting the camera, and once for the other connection.

1. In Windows (version 10), search for Network Connections.
2. Right-click the Local Area Connection and click Properties. If your computer has more than one Local Area Connection, choose Basler GigE Vision Adapter. Write down the number of this connection. Tip: To identify which port each item refers to, disconnect the cable from that port and check where the Disconnected symbol appears.
3. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click Properties.
4. Select the options Use the following IP address and Use the following DNS server addresses, and fill in the details as follows:
   • Ethernet port connected to the DanioVision camera: 192.168.1.51
   • Ethernet port connected to the Ethernet connector in DanioVision: 192.168.20.1
5. Also select the checkbox Validate settings upon exit. When done, click OK and then Close.

Step 4: Set the IP Address of the DanioVision Camera

Tip: Watch the video tutorial Set Up the Camera. In EthoVision XT, choose Help > Video Tutorial.

1. In Windows, search for IP Configurator and start this application.
2. Select the camera.
3. Fill in the details in the IP Address and Subnet Mask fields under Static IP Address.
4. Click Save and then Close.
5. Follow the instructions below to configure the DanioVision camera.

For more information about setting IP addresses, see Install GigE Cameras in the EthoVision XT Help.

Step 5: The IP Address of the DanioVision Chamber

The IP address of DanioVision DVOC-0050 is 192.168.20.50 and is set at production. Please make sure the IP address that you set on the Ethernet port of the PC connected to the Ethernet connector of DanioVision matches that IP address — that is, the first three numbers must be the same:

• Ethernet port on DanioVision: 192.168.20.50 (preset)
• Ethernet port on PC: 192.168.20.1