1. xS40/70 Smart Camera Product Reference Guide
  2. Using the Device
  3. Power and Thermal Management
  • xS40/70 Smart Camera Product Reference Guide
Power and Thermal Management

Power and Thermal Management

Algorithms keep the system within acceptable power and thermal parameters to ensure reliable operation over the device's lifetime.
A warning indicates if the available power budget is inadequate for the configured settings. In some cases, the user can choose to ignore or override the warning. In this case, the integrator should evaluate the operational stability of the system.
If the device temperature exceeds a safe limit, the system response may include disabling certain features, reducing processor performance, or stopping active jobs.
If overheating is a problem, effective mitigation strategies include:
  • Reducing the average system power consumption
  • Using external illumination
  • Avoiding operating from PoE
  • Operating in a cooler environment
  • Actively cooling with a fan
  • Heatsinking the chassis to a large thermally conductive mounting surface through a thermally conductive mounting system
For optimal performance, ensure that the device does not exceed the recommended operating ranges stated below.
Operating Temperature
Temperature
Operating Range
Ambient Temperature
0°C to 40°C (POE, duty cycle-dependent)
0°C to 45°C (non-POE, duty cycle-dependent)
If temperatures exceed the operating range, additional heatsinking strategies may be necessary, for example, mounting to a metal infrastructure or forced convection via an external fan. The Zebra Universal Mounting Bracket (BRKT-LMNT-U000) provides multiple mounting options for a metal infrastructure.