CMICRO CM200P-C, CM100P-C, CM050P-C User Manual

Camera Link Line Scan Camera
CM200P-C

CM100P-C
CM050P-C

User’s Manual

A153MN00213

January.30.2007

CMICRO Corporation

Table of Contents

Introduction .....................................................................................................................1

Safety Precautions..........................................................................................................2

1. Getting Started............................................................................................................6

2. Product Overview........................................................................................................7

2.1 Summary .......................................................................................................................7

2.2 Key Features .................................................................................................................7

2.3 Functions.......................................................................................................................7

2.4 Camera Specifications .................................................................................................8

2.5 Spectral Sensitivity.......................................................................................................9

3. Description of Functions............................................................................................10

3.1 Name and Function ....................................................................................................10

3.2 Connector Pinout........................................................................................................11

3.2.1 Camera Link Connector.............................................................................11

3.2.2 Power Input Connector..............................................................................11

3.3 Input control signal ....................................................................................................12

3.4 Power Supplies...........................................................................................................13

3.5 Serial Interface............................................................................................................13

3.6 Data output signal ......................................................................................................13

3.7 Operation Timing and Exposure image....................................................................14

3.7.1 Operation Timing........................................................................................14

3.7.2 Exposure image when using external EXYNC signal..............................15

4. Operation ..................................................................................................................16

4.1 Cable connection........................................................................................................16

4.2 Camera Link serial communication ..........................................................................17

4.2.1 Specifications of Camera Link serial communication.............................17

4.2.2 Protocol.......................................................................................................17

4.2.3 Communication flow chart ........................................................................18

4.2.4 Command table ..........................................................................................19

4.2.5 Command error code.................................................................................19

4.2.6 Command reference...................................................................................20

5. Mechanical Characteristics .......................................................................................23

5.1 Camera Dimensions ...................................................................................................23

Introduction

Thank you for having purchased our “CM200P-C”.

Please read this manual carefully before using this camera.
This manual should be easy to refer to whenever information is needed.
In case this manual is lost or damaged, please call your delivery agent or the sales division of
our company for replacement.
The specifications noted are for our CM200P-L model camera. The CM100P-L and CM050P-L
share most of the same specifications. Differences are noted.

■Disclaimer:

1. All rights reserved. Reproducing this manual in part or in whole without authority
permission from this company is prohibited.

2. The information in this manual may be subject to change without prior notice.

3. We have made sure that all information contained in this manual is accurate. However, in
the case that any mistakes are found or the contents are not clear, please call your
delivery agent or sales division of our company.

4. We assume no responsibility whatsoever for any damages resulting from improper use of
camera, regardless of Article 3.

■ Trademark:

All brand names and product names in this manual are trademarks or registered tradem arks
of their respective companies.

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Safety Precautions

To operate this camera safely and properly, this section should be read and understood
completely. Failure to do so may result in damage to the equipment, personal injury or
damage to property.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

■About the symbols:

Various warning and caution symbols are used in this manual for operating this camera
safety and properly. Please refer to the following to understand the meaning before continuing
with this manual.

■Meaning of the symbols:

PROHIBITION

STRICT OBSERVANCE

PRECAUTION

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■Warning and Caution:

Observe all warnings and cautions in the instructions of the PC or other
peripheral equipment used along with this camera.
Failure to do so may cause fire, electric shock or personal injury.

DO NOT subject camera to strong vibrations or shocks.

DO NOT disassemble or modify camera.

Disassembling or modifying the camera is extremely dangerous. It can also
adversely affect the performance and function. We have the right to refuse
repairing any camera with unauthorized modified cameras.

DO NOT expose to water or chemicals.

DO NOT attach extraneous material.

DO NOT wire incorrectly.

Please make sure you understand this manual fully before wiring.

DO NOT put camera close to TV or radio.

To expose camera to magnetic or electrical field could cause problems or
failure.

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DO NOT use camera close to fire.

DO NOT expose camera to high humidity or rain.

DO NOT expose camera to direct sunlight.

DO NOT expose camera to dust or dirt.

DO NOT expose camera to chemical gases.

CAUTION! -- STATIC ELECTRICITY

Do not directly touch the metallic portion of the camera, such as the
terminal, connector, or IC. Static electricity may occur, damaging the
camera.

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Ventilation:

Use camera in a well-ventilated place in order to diffuse heat. .

Range and Condition:

Use camera in rated range and under the conditions set forth by this manual
to avoid troubles.

Cleaning:

Clean camera when necessary to remove dirt. Use alcohol with soft and dry
cloth to remove heavy dirt. Then wipe off with dry cloth.
Do not clean camera with cleaner or fluxing materials such as thinner or
benzene.

Waste disposal:

When time to dispose of the camera, please make sure it is done so
according to local industrial waste regulations.

Malfunction?

Stop the camera immediately if you suspect a failure. If you continue using
the camera, it may have harmful effects on other equipment or could cause
fire, or short circuit.

Repair service:

Please contact your delivery agent or the sales division of our company.

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1. Getting Started

≪Unpacking the Camera≫
The package should include the followings:

□ CM200P-C Camera ×1
□ User’s Manual ×1

If any items are missing or damaged,
contact CMICRO immediately.

≪ Customer to furnish≫

The following items are not supplied

with the camera.

□ Camera lens ×1
□ Power cable ×1
□ Camera Link cable ×1

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