Teledyne Teledyne FLIR Boson 20320H092-6CAAX Thermal Camera Module, 320x256 LWIR, 92° HFOV

The Boson module provides three primary interfaces for system integration: a USB 2.0 port for direct connection to a host computer, a CMOS parallel video output for raw pixel data streaming, and a UART serial interface for sending configuration commands and receiving telemetry. This flexibility allows developers to choose the most suitable interface for their application, whether it's a simple USB connection for prototyping or a direct CMOS link to an FPGA or microcontroller for low-latency processing.

Power the module with a stable 3.3VDC supply connected to its designated input pins. Initial configuration is typically performed via the UART interface using Teledyne FLIR's proprietary command set to set parameters like frame rate, output format, and calibration modes. For USB operation, Teledyne FLIR provides software development kits (SDKs) and drivers that allow control and video capture from a PC. Always ensure the power supply can deliver the required current, especially at full 60Hz operation.

The 92-degree Horizontal Field of View (HFOV) means the camera captures a very wide scene, reducing the number of cameras needed to cover a large area. This is crucial for applications like perimeter security, drone-based surveying, or situational awareness where broad coverage is more important than extreme detail at long range. When designing your system, consider this wide angle to ensure overlapping coverage if needed and to account for potential distortion at the edges of the image.