ALLIED Vision Technologies Prosilica GE4900 User Manual

AVT Prosilica GE

Allied Vision Technologies GmbH
Taschenweg 2a
D-07646 Stadtroda, Germany

Technical Manual

AVT GigE Vision Cameras

V2.0.3

26 November 2013

Legal notice

For customers in the U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communica­tions. However, there is no guarantee that interferences will not occur in a particular installation.
If the equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.

• Use a different line outlet for the receiver.

• Consult a radio or TV technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could
void your authority to operate this equipment. The shielded interface cable recommended in this
manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a computing
device pursuant to Subpart A of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

For customers in Canada

This apparatus complies with the Class A limits for radio noise emissions set out in the Radio Inter­ference Regulations.

Pour utilisateurs au Canada

Cet appareil est conforme aux normes classe A pour bruits radioélectriques, spécifiées dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique.

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Contents

Contacting Allied Vision Technologies ................................................... 5

Introduction ............................................................................................................ 6

Document history............................................................................................................ 6

Conventions used in this manual ........................................................................................ 7

Styles ....................................................................................................................... 7

Symbols.................................................................................................................... 7

Precautions.................................................................................................................... 8

Cleaning optics............................................................................................................... 9

Identifying debris ....................................................................................................... 9

Locating debris .......................................................................................................... 9

Color cameras with IR filter ........................................................................................... 9

Cleaning with air....................................................................................................... 10

Contact cleaning....................................................................................................... 10

Conformity ..............................................................................................................11

Specifications .......................................................................................................12

Prosilica GE680/680C..................................................................................................... 12

Prosilica GE1050/1050C ................................................................................................. 14

Prosilica GE1650/1650C ................................................................................................. 16

Prosilica GE1660/1660C ................................................................................................. 18

Prosilica GE1900/1900C ................................................................................................. 20

Prosilica GE1910/1910C ................................................................................................. 22

Prosilica GE2040/2040C ................................................................................................. 24

Prosilica GE4000/4000C ................................................................................................. 26

Prosilica GE4900/4900C ................................................................................................. 28

Camera attribute highlights ........................................................................30

Filters ........................................................................................................................31

Camera dimensions ..........................................................................................32

Prosilica GE C-Mount (adjustable)..................................................................................... 32

Prosilica GE F-Mount: GE2040/2040C ................................................................................ 33

Prosilica GE large format F-Mount: GE4000/4000C, GE4900/4900C.......................................... 34

Tripod adapter.............................................................................................................. 35

Optical flange focal distance ........................................................................................... 36

C-Mount cross section................................................................................................ 36

F-Mount cross section ................................................................................................ 37

Adjustment of C-Mount................................................................................................... 38

Loosen locking ring................................................................................................... 38

Image to infinity....................................................................................................... 38

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Adjustment of F-Mount................................................................................................... 39

Attach F-Mount compatible lens .................................................................................. 39

Loosen F-Mount front assembly ................................................................................... 39

Image to infinity....................................................................................................... 39

Camera interfaces .............................................................................................40

Status LEDs .................................................................................................................. 40

Gigabit Ethernet port ..................................................................................................... 41

Camera I/O connector pin assignment ............................................................................... 42

I/O definition ............................................................................................................... 43

Camera power .......................................................................................................... 43

Isolated IO GND ........................................................................................................ 43

RxD RS-232 and TxD RS-232 ....................................................................................... 43

Input triggers .......................................................................................................... 43

Output signals.......................................................................................................... 44

Video iris................................................................................................................. 45

Reserved ................................................................................................................. 45

Camera I/O connector internal circuit diagram .................................................................... 46

Camera I/O connector external circuit example ................................................................... 47

In 1, Out 1 external circuit example .................................................................................. 48

Trigger timing diagram................................................................................................... 49

Notes on triggering ................................................................................................... 49

Firmware update.................................................................................................51

Resolution and ROI frame rates ................................................................52

Prosilica GE680............................................................................................................. 52

Prosilica GE1050 ........................................................................................................... 53

Prosilica GE1650 ........................................................................................................... 53

Prosilica GE1660 ........................................................................................................... 54

Prosilica GE1900 ........................................................................................................... 54

Prosilica GE1910 ........................................................................................................... 55

Prosilica GE2040 ........................................................................................................... 55

Prosilica GE4000 ........................................................................................................... 56

Prosilica GE4900 ........................................................................................................... 56

Prosilica GE model comparison ........................................................................................ 57

Description of the data path........................................................................58

Prosilica GE: monochrome cameras ................................................................................... 58

Prosilica GE: color cameras.............................................................................................. 58

Additional references ......................................................................................59

Index...........................................................................................................................60

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Contacting Allied Vision Technologies

Contacting Allied Vision Technologies

Info

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• Technical information:

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com

• Support:

[e-mail]

Allied Vision Technologies GmbH (Headquarters)

Taschenweg 2a
07646 Stadtroda, Germany
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]

Allied Vision Technologies Canada Inc.

101-3750 North Fraser Way
Burnaby, BC, V5J 5E9, Canada
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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Allied Vision Technologies Inc.

38 Washington Street
Newburyport, MA 01950, USA
Toll Free number +1 877-USA-1394
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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Allied Vision Technologies Asia Pte. Ltd.

82 Playfair Road
#07-02 D’Lithium, Singapore 368001
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]

Allied Vision Technologies (Shanghai) Co. Ltd.

2-2109 Hongwell International Plaza
1602# ZhongShanXi Road, Shanghai 200235, China
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Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]

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Introduction

Introduction

This AVT Prosilica GE Technical Manual describes in depth the technical speci­fications of the Prosilica GE camera family including dimensions, feature over­view, I/O definition, trigger timing waveforms, and frame rate performance.

For information on software installation read the AVT GigE Installation Man-
ual. For detailed information on camera features and controls specific to the
Prosilica GE refer to the AVT GigE Camera and Driver Features and AVT GigE

Camera and Driver Attributes documents.

www

AVT Prosilica GE literature:

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/us/support/downloads/
product-literature/prosilica-ge.html

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Document history

Version Date Remarks

V2.0.0 2011-Jul-14 New Manual - SERIAL status

V2.0.1 2013-Jul-05 • Renamed Camera IO signals

•Reworked Cleaning optics section

• Reworked the spectral plots and Frame rate vs.Height graphs

• Updated the RoHS directive

• Updated the exposure control values in the Specifications chapter

•Added Status LEDs section

• Updated the pixel format naming according to the GenICam naming con­vention

• Added frame rate formulas in the Resolution and ROI frame rates chapter

• Added VIMBA SDK link in Additional references section

• Updated AVT recommended cabling to category 6 or higher in the Gigabit

Ethernet port section

• Added contact information for Allied Vision Technologies (Shanghai) Co.
Ltd.

• Updated the links to AVT GigE Installation Manual

•Added links to AVT GigE Camera and Driver Features document

to be continued on next page

Table 1: Document history

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Introduction

Version Date Remarks

continued from last page

V2.0.2 2013-Oct-02 • Added optical flange focal distance and maximum lens protrusion informa-

tion on page36

• Added a note on locking screw cables on page 41

• Updated Cleaning optics section

• Updated vertical binning values in the Specifications chapter

• Updated Table 12 on page 30

• Updated links for AVT PvAPI SDK

V2.0.3 2013-Nov-26 • Added chapter Description of the data path on page 58

• Updated the Index

Table 1: Document history

Conventions used in this manual

To give this manual an easily understandable layout and to emphasize import­ant information, the following typographical styles and symbols are used:

Styles

Style Function Example

Bold Programs, inputs, or

highlighting important
information

Courier Code listings etc. Input

Upper case Register REGISTER

Italics Modes, fields Mode

Parentheses and/or blue Links (Link)

Table 2: Styles

bold

Symbols

Note

This symbol highlights important information.

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Introduction

Precautions

Caution

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www

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Caution

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This symbol highlights important instructions. You have to fol­low these instructions to avoid malfunctions.

This symbol highlights URLs for further information. The URL
itself is shown in blue.

Example:

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com

Do not disassemble the camera housing. Warranty is void if
camera has been disassembled.

This camera contains sensitive internal components.

Caution

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Caution

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Caution

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Caution

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Keep shipping material.

Poor packaging of the product may cause damage during ship­ping.

Verify all external connections.

Verify all external connections in terms of voltage levels,
power requirements, voltage polarity, and signal integrity
prior to powering the device.

Cleaning.

This product can be damaged by some volatile cleaning agents.
Avoid cleaning the image sensor unless absolutely necessary.
Please see instructions on optics cleaning in this document.

Do not exceed environmental specifications.

See environmental specifications limits in the Specifications
chapter of this document. Special care must be taken to main­tain a reasonable operating temperature. If the camera is oper­ated in temperatures higher than the specified range, the
camera should be mounted on a heat sink.

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Introduction

Cleaning optics

Caution

AVT does not warranty against any physical damage to the sen­sor/filter/protection glass or lenses. Use utmost care when
cleaning optical components.

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Caution

Do not touch any optics with fingers. Oil from fingers can
damage fragile optical coatings.

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Identifying debris

Debris on the image sensor or optical components appears as a darkened area
or smudge on a camera image. Do not confuse this with a pixel defect which
appears as a distinct point.

Locating debris

First determine whether the debris is on the sensor glass, IR filter (if used), or
lens. The farther away the debris is from the sensor, the blurrier the debris
appears on a camera image.

Stream a live image from the camera using a uniform target, such as a piece of
paper. To determine if the debris is on the camera lens, rotate the lens indepen­dent of the camera. If the spot moves, the debris is on the lens. Otherwise, the
debris is on the IR filter (if used) or sensor glass.

Color cameras with IR filter

Prosilica GE color cameras are equipped with an IR filter. With no lens or lens
cap on a camera, the IR filter is exposed and debris can accumulate on it. This is
the most probable location for debris. It should not be necessary to remove the
IR filter for cleaning. Clean the outside of the IR filter glass using the tech­niques explained in the next section.

If it is determined that the debris is on the inside surface of the filter glass, or
on the sensor glass, IR filter removal is necessary. Depending on the manufac­turing date of your Prosilica GE camera, the IR filter may be slot type, or pinhole
type. Slot type filters can be removed using a small flat head screw driver. Pin­hole type filters require a pin spanner wrench for removal.

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Note

A pin spanner wrench suitable for IR filter removal is available
for purchase from AVT.
AVT P/N: E9020001

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Cleaning with air

Blow directly on the contaminated surface with moderate pressure, clean com­pressed air.

Caution

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View a live image with the camera after blowing. If debris is still present, repeat
the process until it is determined that the particulate cannot be dislodged. If
this is the case, proceed to the contact cleaning technique.

Contact cleaning

Do not exceed 6 bar (90 psi). If using canned air, approxi­mately ~ 4.8 bar (70 psi) when full, do not shake or tilt the
can, as extreme changes in temperature due to sudden cold
air can crack the optic glass.

Only use this method if the above air cleaning method does not sufficiently
clean the surface. Use 99% pure isopropyl alcohol and clean cotton swabs. Wet
the swab in the alcohol. Quickly wipe the optics in a single stroke. Prolonged
exposure of alcohol on the swab can cause the swab glue to loosen and transfer
to the optic glass. Do not reuse the same swab. Repeat this process until the
debris is removed. If this process fails to remove the debris, contact AVT.

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Conformity

Conformity

Allied Vision Technologies declares under its sole responsibility that all stan­dard cameras of the AVT Prosilica GE family to which this declaration relates
are in conformity with the following standard(s) or other normative docu­ment(s):

• CE, following the provisions of 2004/108/EG directive

• FCC Part 15 Class A

• RoHS (2011/65/EU)

We declare, under our sole responsibility, that the previously described AVT
Prosilica GE cameras conform to the directives of the CE.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential environment. This equipment generates radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Any modifications not expressly
approved in this manual may void your authority to operate this equipment.

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Specifications

Specifications

Prosilica GE680/680C

Feature Specification

Resolution 640 x 480

Sensor Truesense KAI-0340

Type CCD Progressive

Sensor size Type 1/3

Cell size 7.4 μm

Lens mount C (adjustable)

Max frame rate at full resolution 205 fps

A/D 12 bit

On-board FIFO 32 MB

Bit depth 8/12

Mono formats GE680: Mono8, Mono12, Mono12Packed

GE680C: Mono8

Color formats BayerGR8, BayerGR12, BayerGR12Packed, RGB8Packed, BGR8Packed,

RGBA8Packed, BGRA8Packed, RGB12Packed, YUV411Packed

Exposure control 25 μs to 53.7 s; 1 μs increments

Gain control 0 to 34 dB

Horizontal binning 1 to 8 pixels

Vertical binning 1 to full resolution

TTL I/Os 1 input, 3 output

RS-232 1
Power requirements 5–16 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXA-XXXXX, 02-XXXXB-XXXXX

5–25 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXC-XXXXX

Power consumption Typical < 4.5 W (@ 12 VDC); (full resolution and maximal frame rates)

Mass 169 g (without lens)

Body dimensions (L x W x H) 80 x 51 x 39 mm (including connectors, w/o tripod and lens)

Operating temperature 0 to +50 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Storage temperature -10 to +70 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Trigger latency 1.2 μs

Trigger jitter ±10 ns

tpd 90 ns

Operating humidity 20 to 80% non-condensing

Hardware interface standard IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX

Software interface standard GigE Vision Standard 1.2

Regulatory CE, FCC Class A, RoHS (2011/65/EU)

Table 3: Prosilica GE680/680C camera specifications

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Specifications

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured with

clear cover glass

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

45%

300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured with

clear cover glass

Red Green Blue

Figure 1: Prosilica GE680 monochrome spectral response

Figure 2: Prosilica GE680C color spectral response (without IR cut filter)

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Specifications

Prosilica GE1050/1050C

Feature Specification

Resolution 1024 x 1024

Sensor Truesense KAI-01050

Type CCD Progressive

Sensor size Type 1/2

Cell size 5.5 μm

Lens mount C (adjustable)

Max frame rate at full resolution 59 fps

A/D 12 bit

On-board FIFO 32 MB

Bit depth 8/12

Mono formats GE1050: Mono8, Mono12, Mono12Packed

GE1050C: Mono8

Color formats BayerGR8, BayerGR12, BayerGR12Packed, RGB8Packed, BGR8Packed,

RGBA8Packed, BGRA8Packed, RGB12Packed, YUV411Packed

Exposure control 10 μs to 53.7 s; 1 μs increments

Gain control 0 to 34 dB

Horizontal binning 1 to 8 pixels

Vertical binning 1 to full resolution

TTL I/Os 1 input, 3 output

RS-232 1

Power requirements 5–16 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXA-XXXXX, 02-XXXXB-XXXXX

5–25 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXC-XXXXX

Power consumption Typical < 5 W (@ 12 VDC); (full resolution and maximal frame rates)

Mass 178 g (without lens)

Body dimensions (L x W x H) 80 x 51 x 39 mm (including connectors, w/o tripod and lens)

Operating temperature 0 to +50 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Storage temperature -10 to +70 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Trigger latency 5 μs

Trigger jitter ±10 ns

tpd 90 ns

Operating humidity 20 to 80% non-condensing

Hardware interface standard IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX

Software interface standard GigE Vision Standard 1.2

Regulatory CE, FCC Class A, RoHS (2011/65/EU)

Table 4: Prosilica GE1050/1050C camera specifications

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Specifications

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

350 400 450 500 550 600 650 700 750 800 850 900 950 1000 1050 1100

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured with AR
coated cover glass

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

45%

400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured with AR
coated cover glass

Red Green Blue

Figure 3: Prosilica GE1050 monochrome spectral response

Figure 4: Prosilica GE1050C color spectral response (without IR cut filter)

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Specifications

Prosilica GE1650/1650C

Feature Specification

Resolution 1600 x 1200

Sensor Truesense KAI-2020

Type CCD Progressive

Sensor size 1 inch

Cell size 7.4 μm

Lens mount C (adjustable)

Max frame rate at full resolution 32 fps

A/D 12 bit

On-board FIFO 32 MB

Bit depth 8/12

Mono formats GE1650: Mono8, Mono12, Mono12Packed

GE1650C: Mono8

Color formats BayerGR8, BayerGR12, BayerGR12Packed, RGB8Packed, BGR8Packed,

RGBA8Packed, BGRA8Packed, RGB12Packed, YUV411Packed

Exposure control 50 μs to 53.7 s; 1 μs increments

Gain control 0 to 34 dB

Horizontal binning 1 to 8 pixels

Vertical binning 1 to full resolution

TTL I/Os 1 input, 3 output

RS-232 1

Power requirements 5–16 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXA-XXXXX, 02-XXXXB-XXXXX

5–25 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXC-XXXXX

Power consumption Typical < 5 W (@ 12 VDC); (full resolution and maximal frame rates)

Mass 169 g (without lens)

Body dimensions (L x W x H) 80 x 51 x 39 mm (including connectors, w/o tripod and lens)

Operating temperature 0 to +50 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Storage temperature -10 to +70 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Trigger latency 5 μs

Trigger jitter ±10 ns

tpd 90 ns

Operating humidity 20 to 80% non-condensing

Hardware interface standard IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX

Software interface standard GigE Vision Standard 1.2

Regulatory CE, FCC Class A, RoHS (2011/65/EU)

Table 5: Prosilica GE1650/1650C camera specifications

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0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

250 400 550 700 850 1000 1150

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

45%

400 450 500 550 600 650 700 750 800 850 900 950 1000

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Red Green Blue

Figure 5: Prosilica GE1650 monochrome spectral response

Figure 6: Prosilica GE1650C color spectral response (without IR cut filter)

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Specifications

Prosilica GE1660/1660C

Feature Specification

Resolution 1600 x 1200

Sensor Truesense KAI-2050

Type CCD Progressive

Sensor size 2/3 inch

Cell size 5.5 μm

Lens mount C (adjustable)

Max frame rate at full resolution 34.6 fps

A/D 12 bit

On-board FIFO 32 MB

Bit depth 8/12

Mono formats GE1660: Mono8, Mono12, Mono12Packed

GE1660C: Mono8

Color formats BayerGR8, BayerGR12, BayerGR12Packed, RGB8Packed, BGR8Packed,

RGBA8Packed, BGRA8Packed, RGB12Packed, YUV411Packed

Exposure control 10 μs to 53.7 s; 1 μs increments

Gain control 0 to 34 dB

Horizontal binning 1 to 8 pixels

Vertical binning 1 to full resolution

TTL I/Os 1 input, 3 output

RS-232 1

Power requirements 5–16 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXA-XXXXX, 02-XXXXB-XXXXX

5–25 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXC-XXXXX

Power consumption Typical < 5 W (@ 12 VDC); (full resolution and maximal frame rates)

Mass 178 g (without lens)

Body dimensions (L x W x H) 80 x 51 x 39 mm (including connectors, w/o tripod and lens)

Operating temperature 0 to +50 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Storage temperature -10 to +70 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Trigger latency 5 μs

Trigger jitter ±10 ns

tpd 90 ns

Operating humidity 20 to 80% non-condensing

Hardware interface standard IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX

Software interface standard GigE Vision Standard 1.2

Regulatory CE, FCC Class A, RoHS (2011/65/EU)

Table 6: Prosilica GE1660/1660C camera specifications

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Specifications

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

350 450 550 650 750 850 950 1050 1150

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured with AR

coated cover glass

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

45%

400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured with AR

coated cover glass

Red Green Blue

Figure 7: Prosilica GE1660 monochrome spectral response

Figure 8: Prosilica GE1660C color spectral response (without IR cut filter)

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Specifications

Prosilica GE1900/1900C

Feature Specification

Resolution 1920 x 1080

Sensor Truesense KAI-2093

Type CCD Progressive

Sensor size 1 inch

Cell size 7.4 μm

Lens mount C (adjustable)

Max frame rate at full resolution 30 fps

A/D 12 bit

On-board FIFO 32 MB

Bit depth 8/12

Mono formats GE1900: Mono8, Mono12, Mono12Packed

GE1900C: Mono8

Color formats BayerGR8, BayerGR12, BayerGR12Packed, RGB8Packed, BGR8Packed,

RGBA8Packed, BGRA8Packed, RGB12Packed, YUV411Packed

Exposure control 50 μs to 53.7 s; 1 μs increments

Gain control 0 to 34 dB

Horizontal binning 1 to 8 pixels

Vertical binning 1 to full resolution

TTL I/Os 1 input, 3 output

RS-232 1

Power requirements 5–16 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXA-XXXXX, 02-XXXXB-XXXXX

5–25 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXC-XXXXX

Power consumption Typical < 5 W (@ 12 VDC); (full resolution and maximal frame rates)

Mass 169 g (without lens)

Body dimensions (L x W x H) 80 x 51 x 39 mm (including connectors, w/o tripod and lens)

Operating temperature 0 to +50 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Storage temperature -10 to +70 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Trigger latency 5 μs

Trigger jitter ±10 ns

tpd 90 ns

Operating humidity 20 to 80% non-condensing

Hardware interface standard IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX

Software interface standard GigE Vision Standard 1.2

Regulatory CE, FCC Class A, RoHS (2011/65/EU)

Table 7: Prosilica GE1900/1900C camera specifications

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Specifications

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

45%

300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Without cover glass With cover glass Without cover glass without microlens

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

400 500 600 700 800 900 1000

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured with

clear cover glass

Red Green Blue

Figure 9: Prosilica GE1900 monochrome spectral response

Figure 10: Prosilica GE1900C color spectral response (without IR cut filter)

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Specifications

Prosilica GE1910/1910C

Feature Specification

Resolution 1920 x 1080

Sensor Truesense KAI-02150

Type CCD Progressive

Sensor size 2/3 inch

Cell size 5.5 μm

Lens mount C (adjustable)

Max frame rate at full resolution 32 fps

A/D 12 bit

On-board FIFO 32 MB

Bit depth 8/12

Mono formats GE1910: Mono8, Mono12, Mono12Packed

GE1910C: Mono8

Color formats BayerGR8, BayerGR12, BayerGR12Packed, RGB8Packed, BGR8Packed,

RGBA8Packed, BGRA8Packed, RGB12Packed, YUV411Packed

Exposure control 10 μs to 53.7 s; 1 μs increments

Gain control 0 to 34 dB

Horizontal binning 1 to 8 pixels

Vertical binning 1 to full resolution

TTL I/Os 1 input, 3 output

RS-232 1

Power requirements 5–16 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXA-XXXXX, 02-XXXXB-XXXXX

5–25 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXC-XXXXX

Power consumption Typical < 5 W (@ 12 VDC); (full resolution and maximal frame rates)

Mass 178 g (without lens)

Body dimensions (L x W x H) 80 x 51 x 39 mm (including connectors, w/o tripod and lens)

Operating temperature 0 to +50 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Storage temperature -10 to +70 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Trigger latency 5 μs

Trigger jitter ±10 ns

tpd 90 ns

Operating humidity 20 to 80% non-condensing

Hardware interface standard IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX

Software interface standard GigE Vision Standard 1.2

Regulatory CE, FCC Class A, RoHS (2011/65/EU)

Table 8: Prosilica GE1910/1910C camera specifications

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0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

45%

50%

350 450 550 650 750 850 950 1050

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured with AR
coated cover glass

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

375 475 575 675 775 875 975 1075

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured with AR

coated cover glass

Red Green Blue

Figure 11: Prosilica GE1910 monochrome spectral response

Figure 12: Prosilica GE1910C color spectral response (without IR cut filter)

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Specifications

Prosilica GE2040/2040C

Feature Specification

Resolution 2040 x 2048

Sensor Truesense KAI- 04022

Type CCD Progressive

Sensor size 1.2 inch

Cell size 7.4 μm

Lens mount C (adjustable) / F

Max frame rate at full resolution 15 fps

A/D 12 bit

On-board FIFO 32 MB

Bit depth 8/12

Mono formats GE2040: Mono8, Mono12, Mono12Packed

GE2040C: Mono8

Color formats BayerGR8, BayerGR12, BayerGR12Packed, RGB8Packed, BGR8Packed,

RGBA8Packed, BGRA8Packed, RGB12Packed, YUV411Packed

Exposure control 75 μs to 53.7 s; 1 μs increments

Gain control 0 to 34 dB

Horizontal binning 1 to 8 pixels

Vertical binning 1 to full resolution

TTL I/Os 1 input, 3 output

RS-232 1

Power requirements 5–16 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXA-XXXXX, 02-XXXXB-XXXXX

5–25 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXC-XXXXX

Power consumption Typical < 5.5 W (@ 12 VDC); (full resolution and maximal frame rates)

Mass 169 g (without lens)

Body dimensions (L x W x H) 80 x 51 x 39 mm (including connectors, w/o tripod and lens)

Operating temperature 0 to +50 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Storage temperature -10 to +70 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Trigger latency 4.2 μs

Trigger jitter ±10 ns

tpd 90 ns

Operating humidity 20 to 80% non-condensing

Hardware interface standard IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX

Software interface standard GigE Vision Standard 1.2

Regulatory CE, FCC Class A, RoHS (2011/65/EU)

Table 9: Prosilica GE2040/2040C camera specifications

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Specifications

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

350 400 450 500 550 600 650 700 750 800 850 900 950 1000

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured with glass

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

45%

50%

400 500 600 700 800 900 1000

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured with glass

Red Green Blue

Figure 13: Prosilica GE2040 monochrome spectral response

Figure 14: Prosilica GE2040C color spectral response (without IR cut filter)

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Specifications

Prosilica GE4000/4000C

Feature Specification

Resolution 4008 x 2972

Sensor Truesense KAI-11002

Type CCD Progressive

Sensor size 35 mm

Cell size 9 μm

Lens mount F

Max frame rate at full resolution 5 fps

A/D 12 bit

On-board FIFO 32 MB

Bit depth 8/12

Mono formats GE4000: Mono8, Mono12, Mono12Packed

Color formats BayerGR8, BayerGR12, BayerGR12Packed

Exposure control 140 μs to 68.7 s; 1 μs increments

Gain control 0 to 34 dB

Horizontal binning 1 to 8 pixels

Vertical binning 1 to full resolution

TTL I/Os 1 input, 3 output

RS-232 1

Power requirements 5–16 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXA-XXXXX, 02-XXXXB-XXXXX

5–25 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXC-XXXXX

Power consumption Typical < 6 W (@ 12 VDC); (full resolution and maximal frame rates)

Mass 402 g (without lens)

Body dimensions (L x W x H) 110 x 66 x 66 mm (including connectors, w/o tripod and lens)

Operating temperature 0 to +50 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Storage temperature -10 to +70 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Trigger latency 4.2 μs

Trigger jitter ±10 ns

tpd 90 ns

Operating humidity 20 to 80% non-condensing

Hardware interface standard IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX

Software interface standard GigE Vision Standard 1.2

Regulatory CE, FCC Class A, RoHS (2011/65/EU)

Table 10: Prosilica GE4000/4000C camera specifications

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0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

45%

400 500 600 700 800 900 1000

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Red Green Blue

Figure 15: Prosilica GE4000 monochrome spectral response

Figure 16: Prosilica GE4000C color spectral response (without IR cut filter)

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Specifications

Prosilica GE4900/4900C

Feature Specification

Resolution 4872 x 3248

Sensor Truesense KAI-16000

Type CCD Progressive

Sensor size 35 mm

Cell size 7.4 μm

Lens mount F

Max frame rate at full resolution 3 fps

A/D 12 bit

On-board FIFO 32 MB

Bit depth 8/12

Mono formats GE4900: Mono8, Mono12, Mono12Packed

Color formats BayerGR8, BayerGR12, BayerGR12Packed

Exposure control 625 μs to 68.7 s; 1 μs increments

Gain control 0 to 34 dB

Horizontal binning 1 to 8 pixels

Vertical binning 1 to full resolution

TTL I/Os 1 input, 3 output

RS-232 1

Power requirements 5–16 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXA-XXXXX, 02-XXXXB-XXXXX

5–25 VDC: Cameras SN: 02-XXXXC-XXXXX

Power consumption Typical < 6 W (@ 12 VDC); (full resolution and maximal frame rates)

Mass 391 g (without lens)

Body dimensions (L x W x H) 110 x 66 x 66 mm (including connectors, w/o tripod and lens)

Operating temperature 0 to +50 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Storage temperature -10 to +70 °C ambient temperature (without condensation)

Trigger latency 4.2 μs

Trigger jitter ±10 ns

tpd 90 ns

Operating humidity 20 to 80% non-condensing

Hardware interface standard IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX

Software interface standard GigE Vision Standard 1.2

Regulatory CE, FCC Class A, RoHS (2011/65/EU)

Table 11: Prosilica GE4900/4900C camera specifications

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Specifications

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

45%

50%

350 500 650 800 950 1100

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured with AR
coated cover glass

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

45%

400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100

Quantum Efficiency

Wavelength [nm]

Measured without AR

coated cover glass

Red Green Blue

Figure 17: Prosilica GE4900 monochrome spectral response

Figure 18: Prosilica GE4900C color spectral response (without IR cut filter)

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Camera attribute highlights

Camera attribute highlights

AVT cameras support a number of standard and extended features. The table
below identifies a selection of interesting capabilities of the Prosilica GE camera
family.

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Control Description

Gain control Manual and auto
Exposure control Manual and auto
White balance Red and blue channel; manual and auto control
External trigger event Rising edge, falling edge, any edge, level high, level

External trigger delay 0 to 60* s; 1 μs increments
Fixed rate control 0.001 fps to maximum frame rate
Imaging modes Free-running, external trigger, fixed rate, software

Sync out modes Trigger ready, trigger input, exposing, readout,

Region of interest Independent x and y control with 1 pixel resolution
Multicast Streaming to multiple computers
Event channel In-camera events including exposure start and trig-

Chunk data Captured images are bundled with attribute informa-

*May vary depending on the camera model

A complete listing of camera controls, including control defini­tions can be found online:

PvAPI users: AVT GigE Camera and Driver Attributes document

VIMBA users: AVT GigE Camera and Driver Features document

low

trigger

imaging, strobe, GPO

ger are asynchronously broadcasted to the host com­puter

tion such as exposure and gain value

Table 12: Prosilica GE camera and driver attribute highlights

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Filters

60

70

80

90

100

0

10

20

30

40

Transmission [%]

Wavelength [nm]

50

350 450 550 650 750 850 950

Filters

All Prosilica GE color models are equipped with an infrared block filter (IR fil­ter). This filter is employed to prevent infrared wavelength photons from pass­ing to the sensor. In the absence of IR filter, images are dominated by red and
incapable of being properly color balanced. Monochrome cameras do not
employ an IR filter.

The figure below shows the filter transmission response for the IRC30 filter
employed in the Prosilica GE cameras.

Figure 19: IRC30 filter transmission response

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Camera dimensions

*Nominal value. Add 0.3mm for

color cameras.

80.4*

51.6

39.4

M3x3 (4x)

57

13.9*

26

M3x4 (4x)

35

40

M3x3 (2x)

26

64

Camera dimensions

Prosilica GE C-Mount (adjustable)

GE680/680C, GE1050/1050C, GE1650/1650C, GE1660/1660C, GE1900/1900C,
GE1910/1910C, GE2040/2040C

Figure 20: Prosilica GE adjustable C-Mount models mechanical dimensions

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Camera dimensions

*Nominal value. Add 0.3mm for

color cameras.

51.6

39.4

59.7

M3x3 (2x)

26

64

M3x3 (4x)

26

57

42.3*

Prosilica GE F-Mount: GE2040/2040C

Figure 21: Prosilica GE F-Mount mechanical dimensions

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Camera dimensions

26 TYP

50 TYP

49*

*Nominal value. Add 0.3mm for

color cameras.

66

66

109.7*

59.7

M3x3 (16x)

Prosilica GE large format F-Mount: GE4000/ 4000C, GE4900/4900C

Figure 22: Prosilica GE large format F-Mount mechanical dimensions

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Camera dimensions

6

4.5

0.5

0.5

26

32.5

50

56.5

3.40 THRU

20.3

R 1.6

14

6 THRU

43.5

28.25

1/4-20 Tapped Hole

THRU

Tripod adapter

A Prosilica GE camera can be mounted on a camera tripod by using a mounting
plate P/N 02-5000A. The same mounting plate can be used for all models within
the GE camera family.

Note



Prosilica GE tripod mount is available for purchase from AVT.

AVT P/N: 02-5000A

Figure 23: Prosilica GE tripod mount mechanical drawing

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Camera dimensions

Optical flange focal distance Flange focal distance

IR cut filter thickness Sensor window thickness+

3

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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

–



Flange focal distance

Max. lens protrusion

IR cut filter thickness Sensor window thickness

Section A-A

A

A

Image sensor die

Optical flange focal distance

Optical flange focal distance is the optical distance from the mounting flange to
the image sensor die (see figure 24 and figure 25). Optical flange focal distance
can be calculated as:

C-Mount cross section

Table 13 presents flange focal distance and maximum lens protrusion values for
Prosilica GE cameras with C-Mount.

Figure 24: Cross section of typical Prosilica GE front assembly with C-Mount

Camera Lens protrusion [mm] IR cut filter* [mm] Sensor window [mm]

GE680 13.64 - 0.84 17.81
GE680C 9.01 1.00 0.84 18.14
GE1050 13.64 - 0.76 17.78
GE1050C 9.71 1.00 0.76 18.11
GE1650 13.64 - 0.76 17.78
GE1650C 9.20 1.00 0.76 18.11
GE1660 13.64 - 0.76 17.78

Table 13: Flange focal distance and maximum lens protrusion for Prosilica GE cameras with C-Mount

Nominal flange focal

distance [mm]

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A

A

Flange focal distance

IR cut filter thickness Sensor window thickness

Section A-A

Image sensor die

Camera Lens protrusion [mm] IR cut filter* [mm] Sensor window [mm]

GE1660C 9.67 1.00 0.76 18.11
GE1900 13.64 - 0.76 17.78
GE1900C 9.15 1.00 0.76 18.11
GE1910 13.64 - 0.76 17.78
GE1910C 9.67 1.00 0.76 18.11
GE2040 13.64 - 0.89 17.82
GE2040C 13.64 1.00 0.89 18.16
*Only color Prosilica GE cameras are equipped with IR cut filter.

Table 13: Flange focal distance and maximum lens protrusion for Prosilica GE cameras with C-Mount

Nominal flange focal

distance [mm]

F-Mount cross section

Table 14 presents flange focal distance values for Prosilica GE cameras with F­Mount.

Figure 25: Cross section of typical Prosilica GE front assembly with F-Mount

Camera IR cut filter* [mm] Sensor window [mm] Nominal flange focal distance [mm]

GE2040 - 0.89 46.80
GE2040C 1.00 0.89 47.13
GE4000 - 0.89 46.80
GE4000C 1.50 0.89 47.30
GE4900 - 0.81 46.77
GE4900C 1.50 0.81 47.27

*Only color Prosilica GE cameras are equipped with IR cut filter.

Table 14: Flange focal distance for Prosilica GE cameras with F-Mount

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Camera dimensions

LOCKING WRENCH

LOCKING RING

C-MOUNT RING

Adjustment of C-Mount

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The C-Mount or CS-Mount is adjusted at the factory and should not require
adjusting. If for some reason the lens mount requires adjustment, use the fol­lowing method.

Prosilica GE cameras are shipped with an adjustable C-Mount,
F-Mount, or CS-Mount depending on sensor size and camera
order code. See AVT Modular Concept for more information:

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/us/support/downloads/
product-literature/avt-modular-concept.html

Figure 26: Prosilica GE C-Mount camera and locking wrench

Loosen locking ring

Use an adjustable wrench to loosen the locking ring. Be careful not to scratch
the camera. When the locking ring is loose, unthread the ring a few turns from
the camera face.

Note

A wrench suitable for this procedure is available for purchase
from AVT.
AVT P/N: 02-5003A



Image to infinity

Use a C-Mount compatible lens (CS-Mount compatible lens, if using CS ring)
that allows an infinity focus. Set the lens to infinity and image a distant object—
10 to 15 m should suffice. Make sure the lens is firmly threaded onto the C­Mount ring. Rotate the lens and C-Mount ring until the image is focused. Care­fully tighten the locking ring and recheck focus.

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Camera dimensions

M3 SET SCREW: 3 PLACES

F-MOUNT FRONT ASSEMBLY

Adjustment of F-Mount

The F-Mount is adjusted at the factory and should not require adjusting. If for
some reason, the lens mount requires adjustment, use the following method.

Figure 27: Prosilica GE F-Mount isometric view

Attach F-Mount compatible lens

Use an F-Mount compatible lens that allows an infinity focus. Attach the lens to
the camera using a counter-clockwise rotation of about a quarter turn. The lens
should snap into place such that the lens flange and camera flange mate over
the full circumference.

Loosen F-Mount front assembly

Use a 1.5 mm hex wrench to loosen the 3 set screws than hold the F-Mount front
assembly to the camera body.

Image to infinity

Set the lens to infinity and image a distant object—10 to 15 m should suffice.
Gently move the F-Mount front until focused and lock it in place.

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Camera interfaces

IN 1

I/O PORT:

CAMERA POWER

EXTERNAL SYNC IO

RS-232 TX/RX

GIGABIT ETHERNET PORT

OUT 1

LED2

LED1

GIGABIT ETHERNET CABLE MOUNTING HOLES

Camera interfaces

This chapter provides information on Gigabit Ethernet port, inputs and outputs,
and trigger features.

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For more information on GigE accessories:

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/emea/products/
accessories/gige-accessories.html

Status LEDs

Figure 28: Prosilica GE connection ports

The color of the LEDs have the following meaning:

LED color Status

LED1 Flashing/solid green Ethernet activity

LED2 Flashing green Camera is powered

Solid green Camera is booted, and link with the

Note

Table 15: Status of LEDs in Prosilica GE

Once the camera is booted, LED2 will remain
solid green as long as the camera is powered,
even if connection with the host is lost.

host is established

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Gigabit Ethernet port

The Gigabit Ethernet port conforms to the IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T standard for
Gigabit Ethernet over copper. AVT recommends using Category 6 or higher com­patible cabling and connectors for best performance.

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Note



Note



The AVT GigE Installation Manual offers detailed instructions
for using Prosilica GE cameras.

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/fileadmin/content/PDF/
Products/Technical_Manual/GigE_Install_Manual/
AVT_GigE_Installation_Manual.pdf

See Hardware Selection for AVT GigE Cameras application
note for a list of recommended Ethernet adapters

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/fileadmin/content/PDF/
Support/Application_Notes/
Hardware_Selection_for_AVT_GigE_Cameras.pdf

A standard Ethernet adapter is available for purchase from AVT:
AVT P/N: 02-3002A
Model: Intel Pro 1000/PT

Cable lengths up to 100 m are supported.

The 8-pin RJ-45 jack has the pin assignment according to the
Ethernet standard (IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T).

Cables with screw-lock connectors are available for purchase
from AVT:

Note



http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/emea/products/accesso­ries/gige-accessories.html

Prosilica GE cameras support cables with horizontal locking
screw connector for a secured connection (See figure 28).

AVT recommends using locking-screw cables from Components
Express, Inc. for a perfect fit. Visit the CEI product configurator
to customize the cable according to your needs.

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Pin Signal Direction Level Description

1 In 1 In TTL max. 5 V Camera input

galvanic isolated (SyncIn1)

2 Out 2 Out TTL max. 5 V Camera output 2

galvanic isolated (SyncOut2)

3 Out 3 Out TTL max. 5 V Camera output 3

galvanic isolated (SyncOut3)

4 RxD RS-232 In RS-232 Terminal receive data

5 TxD RS-232 Out RS-232 Terminal transmit data

6 Reserved --- --- ---

7 Reserved --- --- ---

8 Reserved --- --- ---

9 Reserved --- --- ---

10 Isolated IO

GND

In/Out Common GND for

In/Out

Isolated input and output
signal ground

11 Isolated IO

GND

In/Out Common GND for

In/Out

Isolated input and output
signal ground

12 Isolated IO

GND

In/Out Common GND for

In/Out

Isolated input and output
signal ground

9 1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

12 11

10

Camera I/O connector pin assignment

Figure 29: Camera I/O connector pin assignment

The general purpose I/O port uses a Hirose HR10A-10R-12SB connector on the
camera side. The mating cable connector is Hirose HR10A-10P-12P.

Note



This cable side Hirose connector can be purchased from AVT.
AVT P/N: K7600039

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I/O definition

Camera power

The Prosilica GE camera family supports a wide input power voltage range. The
camera will not power in reverse polarity. Exceeding the voltage range specified
below will damage the camera.

Caution

5–24 V. 12 V nominal.



Note



Isolated IO GND

Isolated IO GND must be connected to the user’s external circuit ground if In 1,
Out 1, Out 2, Out 3, RxD RS-232, and TxD RS-232 is to be used. Note that Iso­lated IO GND is common with power ground; however, it is good practice to pro­vide a separate ground connection for power and signaling when designing the
cabling.

RxD RS-232 and TxD RS-232

These signals are RS-232 compatible. These signals allow communication from
the host system via the Ethernet port to a peripheral device connected to the
camera. Note that these signals are not isolated; therefore, cabling should be
carefully designed for the noisy environments.

A 12 V power adapter with barrel connector is available for pur­chase from AVT:

• P/N 02-8005C North America Supply.

• P/N 02-8010C Universal Supply.

Input triggers

In 1

In 1 allows the camera to be synchronized to an external event. The camera can
be programmed to trigger on the rising edge, falling edge, both edges, or level
of this signal. The camera can also be programmed to capture an image at some
programmable delay time after the trigger event.

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Caution

Do not exceed 5.5 V on In 1.



The Mini-SMB trigger input is internally connected to the In 1 of the general
purpose I/O port. The Mini-SMB port on the camera uses an Amphenol 903­406J-51R connector. A suitable mating cable connector is Amp 413985-3 which
can be used with RG174 coaxial cable.

Note

SMB to SMB cables is available for purchase from AVT with
various lengths. The 3 meter length uses the following:

P/N 02-6007A



Output signals

Out 1

This Mini-SMB trigger output is NOT internally connected to other camera out­put pins of the Camera I/O connector described above. This connector is partic­ularly useful for triggering multiple cameras in a “daisy chain” fashion. It can
be configured as follows:

Exposing Corresponds to when camera is integrating light

Trigger Ready Indicates when the camera will accept a trigger signal

Trigger Input A relay of the trigger input signal used to “daisy chain” the

trigger signal for multiple cameras

Readout Valid when camera is reading out data

Imaging Valid when camera is exposing or reading out

Strobe Programmable pulse based on one of the above events

GPO User programmable binary output

Any of the above signals can be set for active high or active low. The Mini-SMB
port on the camera uses an Amphenol 903-406J-51R connector. A suitable mat­ing cable connector is Amp 413985-3 which can be used with RG174 coaxial
cable.

Note

SMB to BNC cables is available for purchase from AVT.

P/N 02-6014A



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Out 2 and Out 3

Out 2 and Out 3 can be configured to active high or active low. The internal cam­era signals are listed as follows:

Exposing Corresponds to when camera is integrating light

Trigger Ready Indicates when the camera will accept a trigger signal

Trigger Input A relay of the trigger input signal used to “daisy chain” the

trigger signal for multiple cameras

Readout Valid when camera is reading out data

Imaging Valid when camera is exposing or reading out

Strobe Programmable pulse based on one of the above events

GPO User programmable binary output

Video iris

This signal can be used to drive the video input of a video iris lens.

Reserved

These signals are reserved for future use and should be left disconnected.

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HIROSE HR10A-10R-12SB

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

9
10
11
12

AS SEEN FROM

CAMERA REAR VIEW

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

12 11

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

16

15

14

13

12

11

10

9

EN

C1+

V+

C1-

C2+

C2-

V-

RIN

FORCEOFF

VCC

GND

DOUT

FORCEON

DIN

INVALID

ROUT

0.1μ

0.1μ

MAXIM

MAX3221CPWR

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

16
15
14
13
12
11
10

9

VDD2
GND2
OUT1
OUT2
IN3
IN4
NC
GND2

VDD1

GND1

IN1

IN2
OUT3
OUT4

NC

GND1

1A4

1A3

1A2

1A1

2A4

2A3

2A2

2A1

VCC

2OE

GND

1OE

1Y4

1Y3

1Y2

1Y1

2Y4

2Y3

2Y2

2Y1

3

5

7

9

12

14

16

18

8

6

4

2

17

15

13

11

10

20

19

1

ISO+5V

VDD -3.3

NVE

IL7 16-3

LOGIC SYNC OUT 1
LOGIC SYNC OUT 2
LOGIC TRIGGER INPUT

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

16
15
14
13
12
11
10

9

VDD2
GND2
OUT1
OUT2
IN3
IN4
NC
GND2

VDD1

GND1

IN1

IN2

OUT3
OUT4

NC

GND1

ISO+5V

VDD -3.3

NVE

IL7 16-3

LOGIC SYNC OUT 3
LOGIC TXD
LOGIC RXD

ISO+5V

MINI-SMB

MINI-SMB

OUT

IN

TRIGGER INPUT

SYNC OUT 1

TRIGGER INPUT

ISO+5V

ISO+5V

RS232-TXD

ISO RXD

ISO TXD

ISOLATED 5V POWER

ISOLATED GROUND

RS232-RXD

SYNC OUT 2
SYNC OUT 3
RS-232 RXD
RS-232 TXD

CAMERA INTERNAL CIRCUIT

GALVANIC ISOLATION BOUNDARY

0.1μ

0.1μ

TEXAS INSTRUMENTS

SN74ACT244PWR

Camera I/O connector internal circuit diagram

Figure 30: Prosilica GE internal circuit diagram

Maxim MAX3221CPWR

Used to drive the RS232 signal logic via the exter­nal connector.

Texas Instruments SN74ACT244PWR

Used as trigger buffer/driver. The required trigger
input current is less than 10 μA and the maximum
sync output current is 24 mA.

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Camera interfaces

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

9
10
11
12

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

1211

TRIGGER INPUT

OUT 2
OUT 3

HIROSE HR10A-10P-12P

CABLE SIDE

IN 1 (5 V TTL DRIVER)
OUT 2 (5 V TTL RECEIVER)
OUT 3 (5 V TTL RECEIVER)

Camera I/O connector external circuit example

Figure 31: Prosilica GE external circuit

The trigger circuit is connected to a Texas Instruments SN74ACT244PWR buffer/
driver inside the camera.

Caution

Input: Incoming trigger must be able to source 10 μA.

Output: Sync output current is 24 mA.

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Camera interfaces

MINI-SMB

MINI-SMB

OUT

IN

IN 1 (5 V TTL DRIVER)

OUT 1 (5 V TTL RECEIVER)

RG-174 COAX CABLE

RG-174 COAX CABLE

TRIGGER INPUT

OUT 1

In 1, Out 1 external circuit example

Figure 32: Prosilica GE In 1, Out 1 external circuit

The trigger circuit is connected to a Texas Instruments SN74ACT244PWR buffer/
driver inside the camera. Note that the trigger input signal is not terminated to
match the cable impedance.

Caution

Input: The required trigger input current is less than 10 μA.

Output: The maximum sync output current is 24 mA.

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Camera interfaces

User trigger

Logic trigger

Exposure

Readout

Trigger ready

Imaging

Interline time

Idle

Tpd

Trigger
latency

Exposure

start delay

Trigger

jitter

Registered
exposure time

Readout time

NN+1

NN+1

Note: Jitter at the
beginning of an exposure
has no eect on the
length of exposure.

Trigger timing diagram

Figure 33: Prosilica GE internal signal timing waveforms

Notes on triggering

Term Definition

User trigger Trigger signal applied by the user (hardware

trigger, software trigger)

Logic trigger Trigger signal seen by the camera internal logic

(not visible to the user)

Tpd Propagation delay between the user trigger and the

Exposure High when the camera image sensor is integrating

Readout High when the camera image sensor is reading out

Trigger latency Time delay between the user trigger and the start

Trigger jitter Error in the trigger latency time

Table 16: Explanation of signals in timing diagram

logic trigger

light

data

of exposure

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Camera interfaces

Term Definition

Trigger ready Indicates to the user that the camera will accept the

next trigger

Registered exposure time Exposure time value currently stored in the camera

memory

Exposure start delay Registered exposure time subtracted from the read-

out time and indicates when the next exposure
cycle can begin such that the exposure will end
after the current readout

Interline time Time between sensor row readout cycles

Imaging High when the camera image sensor is either

exposing and/or reading out data

Idle High if the camera image sensor is not exposing

and/or reading out data

Table 16: Explanation of signals in timing diagram

Trigger rules

Note

The user trigger pulse width should be at least three times the
width of the trigger latency as indicated in Chapter

Specifications on page 12.



•The end of exposure will always trigger the next readout.

•The end of exposure must always end after the current readout.

•The start of exposure must always correspond with the interline time if

readout is true.

• Exposure start delay equals the readout time minus the registered expo-

sure time.

Triggering during the idle state

For applications requiring the shortest possible Trigger Latency and the smallest
possible Trigger Jitter the User Trigger signal should be applied when Imaging is
false and Idle is true. In this case, Trigger Latency and Trigger Jitter are as indi-
cated in the camera specifications.

Triggering during the readout state

For applications requiring the fastest triggering cycle time whereby the camera
image sensor is exposing and reading out simultaneously, apply the User Trigger
signal as soon as a valid Trigger Ready is detected. In this case, Trigger Latency
and Trigger Jitter can be up to 1 row time since Exposure must always begin on
an Interline boundary.

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Firmware update

Firmware update

Firmware updates are carried out via the GigE connection. AVT provides an
application for all Prosilica GE cameras that loads firmware to the camera using
a simple interface. New feature introductions and product improvements moti­vate new firmware releases. All users are encouraged to use the newest firm­ware available and complete the firmware update if necessary.

www



www



Download the latest GigE firmware loader from the AVT
website:

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/us/support/downloads/
firmware.html

For more information on GigE firmware update:

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/fileadmin/content/PDF/
Support/Application_Notes/AppNote_­_GigE_Firmware_Update.pdf

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Resolution and ROI frame rates

Frame rate

1

9.49 μs Height 320.06 μs+

-------------------------------------------------- ------------------

=

200

700

1200

1700

2200

2700

3200

0 100 200 300 400 500

Frame Rate [fps]

Height [pixels]

Resolution and ROI frame rates

This section provides the performance information which identifies the impact
of reducing the region of interest on the camera’s maximum frame rate.

Note



Prosilica GE680

• Frame rate data was generated using StreamBytesPer­Second = 124 MB/s and an 8 bit pixel format such as

Mono8, BayerGR8, or BayerRG8. Frame rates may be
lower if using network hardware incapable of 124 MB/s.

• The camera frame rate can be increased by reducing the
camera's Height attribute, resulting in a decreased
region of interest (ROI) or “window”.

• The camera frame rate can also be increased by increas­ing the camera's BinningY attribute, resulting in a verti­cally scaled image (less overall height with same field of
view).

• There is no frame rate increase with reduced width.

Figure 34: Frame rate vs. height for Prosilica GE680

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Resolution and ROI frame rates

Frame rate

1

11.72 μs Height 4948.66 μs+

---------------------------------------------------- ---------------------

=

55

80

105

130

155

180

205

0 150 300 450 600 750 900 1050

Frame Rate [fps]

Height [pixels]

Frame rate

1

17.61 μs Height 10119.0 μs+

---------------------------------------------------- ---------------------

=

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200

Frame Rate [fps]

Height [pixels]

Prosilica GE1050

Figure 35: Frame rate vs. height for Prosilica GE1050

Prosilica GE1650

Figure 36: Frame rate vs. height for Prosilica GE1650

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Resolution and ROI frame rates

Frame rate

1

17.99 μs Height 7398.16 μs+

---------------------------------------------------- ---------------------

=

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

110

120

130

140

0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200

Frame Rate [fps]

Height [pixels]

Frame rate

1

18.31 μs Heig ht 13114.72 μs+

--------------------------------------------------- ---------------------- ---

=

30

40

50

60

70

80

0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100

Frame Rate [fps]

Height [pixels]

Prosilica GE1660

Figure 37: Frame rate vs. height for Prosilica GE1660

Prosilica GE1900

Figure 38: Frame rate vs. height for Prosilica GE1900

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Resolution and ROI frame rates

Frame rate

1

21.35 μs Height 7526.47 μs+

---------------------------------------------------- ---------------------

=

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

110

120

130

140

0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100

Frame Rate [fps]

Height [pixels]

Frame rate

1

15.63 μs Heig ht 33773.85 μs+

--------------------------------------------------- ---------------------- ---

=

15

17

19

21

23

25

27

29

31

0 300 600 900 1200 1500 1800 2100

Frame Rate [fps]

Height [pixels]

Prosilica GE1910

Figure 39: Frame rate vs. height for Prosilica GE1910

Prosilica GE2040

Figure 40: Frame rate vs. height for Prosilica GE2040

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Resolution and ROI frame rates

Frame rate

1

52.45 μs Heig ht 56713.22 μs+

--------------------------------------------------- ---------------------- ---

=

5

7

9

11

13

15

17

19

0 300 600 900 1200 1500 1800 2100 2400 2700

Frame Rate [fps]

Height [pixels]

Frame rate

1

70.73 μs Heig ht 69676.59 μs+

--------------------------------------------------- ---------------------- ---

=

3

5

7

9

11

13

15

0 300 600 900 1200 1500 1800 2100 2400 2700 3000 3300

Frame Rate [fps]

Height [pixels]

Prosilica GE4000

Figure 41: Frame rate vs. height for Prosilica GE4000

Prosilica GE4900

Figure 42: Frame rate vs. height for Prosilica GE4900

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Resolution and ROI frame rates

30

60

90

120

150

180

210

0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200

Frame Rate [fps]

Height [pixels]

GE1050 GE1650 GE1660 GE1900 GE1910

3

6

9

12

15

18

0 300 600 900 1200 1500 1800 2100 2400 2700 3000 3300

Frame Rate [fps]

Height [pixels]

GE4000 GE4900

Prosilica GE model comparison

Figure 43: Maximum frame rate vs. height for select Prosilica GE camera models

Figure 44: Maximum frame rate vs. height for Prosilica GE4000 and Prosilica GE4900

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Description of the data path

HIROSE I/O

RS232

Sensor

Analog

Analog

ADC

Analog Analog

Gain

Vertical

binning /

Vertical ROI

12 bit

12 bit

GigE

12 bit

Frame

memory

Gigabit
Ethernet
interface

‡

Factory calibrated. NOT a user control.

Camera control

Oset

‡

Horizontal

binning

12 bit

Horizontal

ROI

HIROSE I/O

RS232

Sensor

Analog Analog

GigE

12 bit

Analog Analog

Gain

Horizontal

binning*

Vertical

binning* /

Vertical ROI

12 bit

Gigabit

Ethernet

interface

12 bit

White balance

8/12 bit

8/12 bit

Bayer

†

Interpolation

3 X 3

Frame

memory

‡

Factory calibrated. NOT a user control.

†

For on-camera interpolated PixelFormats only—outputs 8 bit.
On-camera interpolated PixelFormat, RGB12Packed—outputs 12 bit.
Raw un-interpolated PixelFormats skip this block—outputs 12 bit.

Oset

‡

Analog

Camera control

Horizontal

ROI

ADC

*

Color information lost while binning is active.

Description of the data path

The following diagrams illustrate the data flow and the bit resolution of image
data. The individual blocks are described in more detail in the AVT GigE Camera
and Driver Features document.

Prosilica GE: monochrome cameras

Figure 45: Block diagram of Prosilica GE monochrome cameras

Prosilica GE: color cameras

Figure 46: Block diagram of Prosilica GE color cameras

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Additional references

Additional references

Prosilica GE webpage

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/us/products/cameras/gigabit-ethernet/
prosilica-ge.html

Prosilica GE Documentation

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/us/support/downloads/product-literature/
prosilica-ge.html

AVT VIMBA SDK

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/us/products/software/vimba-sdk.html

AVT GigE PvAPI SDK

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/us/products/legacy.html

AVT Knowledge Base

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/us/support/knowledge-base.html

AVT Case Studies

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/us/products/applications/industrial­inspection.html

Prosilica GE Firmware

http://www.alliedvisiontec.com/us/support/downloads/firmware.html

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Index

Index

A

Adjusting

C-Mount ............................................ 38

F-Mount ............................................ 39

B

Block diagram

Prosilica GE color cameras..................... 58

Prosilica GE monochrome cameras.......... 58

C

Camera interfaces ..................................... 40

CE.......................................................... 11

Cleaning optics ..........................................9

Copyright.................................................. 2

D

Data path................................................ 58

Declaration of conformity........................... 11

Document history ....................................... 6

E

Environmental specifications ........................8

Exposing (trigger) .................................... 50

Exposure (definition) ................................ 49

Exposure cycle (trigger)............................. 50

Exposure start delay (signal) ...................... 50

F

FCC Class A .............................................. 11

Flange focal distance

C-Mount cross section .......................... 36

F-Mount cross section .......................... 37

I

Idle (signal) ............................................ 50

Imaging (signal) ...................................... 50

Integrating light (trigger).......................... 49

Interline boundary.................................... 50

Interline time (signal)............................... 50

L

Legal notice .............................................. 2

lens protrusion ........................................ 36

Logic trigger (definition) ........................... 49

M

Mechanical dimensions

Prosilica GE C-Mount............................ 32

Prosilica GE F-Mount............................ 33

Prosilica GE large format F-Mount........... 34

Tripod adapter.................................... 35

Multicast ................................................ 30

O

Optical flange focal distance....................... 36

P

Precautions ............................................... 8

Propagation delay (trigger) ........................ 49

R

Reading out data (trigger).......................... 50

Readout (definition) ................................. 49

Readout data (trigger)............................... 49

Region of interest................................ 30

Registered exposure time (signal) ............... 50

Resolution and ROI frame rates

Model comparison............................... 57

Prosilica GE1050................................. 53

Prosilica GE1650................................. 53

Prosilica GE1660................................. 54

Prosilica GE1900................................. 54

Prosilica GE1910................................. 55

Prosilica GE2040................................. 55

Prosilica GE4000................................. 56

Prosilica GE4900................................. 56

Prosilica GE680................................... 52

RoHS (2011/65/EU).................................. 11

RS232 .................................................... 42

RxD_RS232 ............................................. 42

, 52

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Index

S

Sensor row readout cycles .......................... 50

Specifications .......................................... 12

Spectral sensitivity

Prosilica GE1050 ................................. 15

Prosilica GE1050C ............................... 15

Prosilica GE1650 ................................. 17

Prosilica GE1650C ............................... 17

Prosilica GE1660 ................................. 19

Prosilica GE1660C ............................... 19

Prosilica GE1900 ................................. 21

Prosilica GE1900C ............................... 21

Prosilica GE1910 ................................. 23

Prosilica GE1910C ............................... 23

Prosilica GE2040 ................................. 25

Prosilica GE2040C ............................... 25

Prosilica GE4000 ................................. 27

Prosilica GE4000C ............................... 27

Prosilica GE4900 ................................. 29

Prosilica GE4900C ............................... 29

Prosilica GE680................................... 13

Prosilica GE680C ................................. 13

Spectral transmission

IRC30 filter ........................................ 31

Status LEDs ............................................. 40

StreamBytesPerSecond .............................. 52

Styles....................................................... 7

Symbols.................................................... 7

T

Time delay (trigger) .................................. 49

Tpd (definition)........................................ 49

Trademarks ............................................... 2

Trigger jitter (definition) ........................... 49

Trigger latency (definition) ........................ 49

trigger ready (signal) ................................ 50

Trigger rules ............................................ 50

Trigger timing diagram .............................. 49

U

User trigger (definition) ............................ 49

W

Warranty............................................... 2, 8

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