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Japan and may only be used by the purchasers of the product. JAI Ltd., Japan makes no
warranty for the use of its product and assumes no responsibility for any errors which may
appear or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. JAI Ltd.,
Japan reserves the right to make changes without notice.
Company and product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered
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Warranty
For information about the warranty, please contact your factory representative.
Certifications
CE compliance
As defined by the Directive 2004/108/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council, EMC
(Electromagnetic compatibility), JAI Ltd., Japan declares that AM-200GE and AB-200GE
complies with the following provisions applying to its standards.
EN 61000-6-3 (Generic emission standard part 1)
EN 61000-6-2 (immunity)
FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, 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 separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for FCC
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Table of Contents
JAI GigE® Vision Camera operation manuals ............................................ - 7 -
Change history ............................................................................. - 108 -
User's Record ............................................................................... - 109 -
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JAI GigE® Vision Camera operation manuals
To understand and operate this JAI GigE® Vision camera properly, JAI provides the following
manuals.
User’s manual (this booklet)Describes functions and operation of the hardware
JAI SDK & Control Tool User Guide Describes functions and operation of the Control Tool
JAI SDK Getting Started Guide Describes the network interface
User’s manual is available at www.jai.com
JAI SDK & Control Tool User Guide and JAI SDK Getting Started Guide are provided with the
JAI SDK which is available at www.jai.com.
Introduction
GigE Vision is the new standard interface using Gigabit Ethernet for machine vision
applications and it was mainly set up by AIA (Automated Imaging Association) members. GigE
Vision is capable of transmitting large amounts of uncompressed image data through an
inexpensive general purpose LAN cable for a long distance.
GigE Vision also supports the GenICamTM standard which is mainly set up by the EMVA
(European Machine Vision Association). The purpose of the GenICam standard is to provide a
common program interface for various machine vision cameras. By using GenICam, cameras
from different manufactures can seamlessly connect in one platform.
For details about the GigE Vision standard, please visit the AIA web site,
www.machinevisiononline.org and for GenICam, the EMVA web site, www.genicam.org.
JAI GigE Vision cameras comply with both the GigE Vision standard and the GenICam standard.
Before using GigE Vision camera
All software products described in this manual pertain to the proper use of JAI GigE Vision
cameras. Product names mentioned in this manual are used only for the explanation of
operation. Registered trademarks or trademarks belong to their manufacturers.
To use the JAI SDK, it is necessary to accept the “Software license agreement” first.
This manual describes necessary equipment and the details of camera functions.
Software installation
The JAI GigE Vision SDK & Control Tool can be downloaded from the JAI web site at
www.jai.com. The JAI SDK is available for Windows XP and Vista, 32-bit and 64-bit.
For the details of software installation, please refer to the “Getting Started Guide” supplied
on the JAI SDK download page.
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Camera Operation
1. General
The AB-200GE and AM-200GE comply with the GigEVision® standard and also GenICamTM with
its Standard Feature Naming Convention (SFNC) ver.1.3. Functions described in this booklet
are described based on this standard.For further information about the GigE Vision standard,
please go to www.machinevisiononline.org and about GenICam, please go to
www.genicam.org.
The AM-200GE is a 2/3 inch monochrome progressive scan CCD camera and the AB-200GE is
the equivalent Bayer mosaic progressive scan CCD camera. Both have 2 million pixels
resolution and utilize 2-tap output from the Kodak KAI-02050 sensor. They provide 40.6
frames per second (8-bit Mono/Bayer output) for continuous scanning with full 1600 x 1200
pixel resolution.
Both AM-200GE and AB-200GE are suitable for automated optical inspection applications, such
as solid state device inspection or material surface inspection.
They incorporate various processing circuits such as LUT, FFC (Flat Field Compensation),
blemish compensation and Bayer interpolation. The AM-200GE and AB-200GE work in
continuous, single frame, and multi-frame modes for acquisition control together with timed
and trigger width exposure controls. Both cameras also have pre-dump and PIV modes.
As an application programming interface, JAI provides an SDK (Software Development Kit).
This SDK includes GigE Vision Filter Driver, JAI control tool, software documentation and code
examples.
The JAI SDK can be downloaded from www.jai.com.
The latest version of this manual can be downloaded from www.jai.com
For camera revision history, please contact your local JAI distributor.
2. Camera nomenclature
The camera is available in the following versions:
AM-200GE
Where A stands for "Advanced" family, M stands for "Monochrome", 200 represents the
resolution "2 million pixel" , 200 for the product dependent, and GE stands for "GigEVision"
interface
AB-200GE
Where A stands for "Advanced" family, B stands for "Bayer mosaic color", 200 represents the
resolution "2 million pixel" , 200 for the product dependent, and GE stands for "GigEVision"
interface
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3. Main Features
C3 Advanced series 2/3 ” progressive scan camera
Monochrome and Bayer mosaic color versions
1600 (h) x 1200 (v) active pixels
5.5μm square pixels
57dB or more S/N for AM-200GE and 55dB or more for AB-200GE
8-bit, 10-bit or 12-bit output for monochrome and Bayer, or 8-bit output RGB color or
YUV422 output for AB-200GE
40.6 frames/second with full resolution in continuous operation for monochrome or
Bayer 8-bit output
19.2 frames/second for AB-200GE RGB output (in-camera interpolation) and 28.8
frames/second for AB-200GE YUV422 output
Various readout modes, horizontal and vertical binning (AM-200GE only) and AOI (Area
Of Interest) modes for faster frame rates
-3dB to +24dB gain control for AM-200GE and 0dB to +24dB for AB-200GE
10μs (1/100,000) to 2 seconds exposure control in 1μs steps ( Exposure/Timed control
mode)
Timed and trigger width for exposure control
Pre-dump (RCT) and PIV modes for specific applications
ALC to automatically control exposure for changing lighting conditions by combining
auto gain control, auto shutter and auto iris functions
Various pre-processing circuits are provided
Programmable LUT
Gamma correction from 0.45 to 1.0
Shading Correction
Bayer white balance with manual, one-push auto, or continuous (AB-200GE only)
Bayer color interpolation (AB-200GE only)
Blemish compensation
Test pattern signal generator built in
Auto iris lens video output with H-sync
Setup by Windows XP/Vista/7 via serial communication
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LINK ACT.
DCIN/TRIG
GPIO
POWER/TRIG
GigE
Front View
Top View
Bottom View
Rear View
Side View
①
②
③
④
⑤
⑥⑦
⑧
⑨
⑩
⑨
4. Locations and Functions
4.1. Locations and functions
1. Lens mount Lens mount of C-mount type. *1)
2. CCD sensor 2/3 inch CCD
3. 12-pin connector DC+12V, Trigger IN and EEN out
4. RJ-45 connector GigE Vision interface with thumb screws
5. D-sub 9-pin connector LVDS IN and TTL IN and OUT
6. LED Power and trigger indications
7. LINK Indication for Network connection
8. ACT Indication for GigE communication
9.Holes for RJ-45 thumbscrews Vertical type and horizontal type (*2)
10.Mounting holes M3, max length 4.5mm (*3)
*1) Note: Rear protrusion on C-mount lens must be less than 10mm.
*2) Note: When an RJ-45 cable with thumb screws is connected to the camera, please do not
excessively tighten screws by using a driver. The RJ-45 receptacle on the camera might
be damaged. For security, the strength to tighten screws is less than 0.147 Newton
meter (Nm). Tightening by hand is sufficient in order to achieve this.
*3) Note: The tripod adapter plate MP-41 can be used.
Fig. 1. Locations
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4.2. Rear panel indicator
The rear panel mounted LED provides the following information:
Amber : Power connected - initiating
Steady green : Camera is operating in Continuous mode
Flashing green : The camera is receiving external trigger
Ethernet connector indicates,
Steady green : 1000 Base-T has been connected
Flashing green : 100 Base/10Base have been connected
(Note)
Flashing amber : Network active in communication
Note: When 100BASE/10BASE are connected, the green is also
flashing.
However, the video is not streamed through Ethernet.
Fig.2 Rear Panel
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Pin No
In/Out
Name
1
In/Out
MX1+ (DA+)
2
In/Out
MX1- (DA-)
3
In/Out
MX2+ (DB+)
4
In/Out
MX3+ (DC+)
5
In/Out
MX3- (DC-)
6
In/Out
MX2- (DB-)
7
In/Out
MX4+ (DD+)
8
In/Out
MX4- (DD-)
Pin no.
Signal
Remarks
1
GND
2
DC input
+12V to +24V
3
Opt In 2(-) / GND (*1)
Line 6
4
Opt In 2 (+) / Iris video(*1)
5
Opt In 1 (-)
Line 5
6
Opt In 1 (+)
7
Opt Out 1 (-)-
Line 3
8
Opt Out 1 (+)
9
Opt Out 2 (-)
Line 4
10
Opt Out 2 (+)
11
DC input
+12V to +24V
12
GND
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
1
2
5. Pin Assignment
5.1. 12-pin Multi-connector (DC-IN/Digital IO)
Type: HR10A-10R-12PB-01
(Hirose) male.
(Seen from rear of
camera.)
Fig. 3. 12-pin connector. *1) Default is Opt In 2. DIP switch SW901 changes to
iris video output.
5.2. Digital Output Connector for Gigabit Ethernet
Type: RJ-45
HFJ11-1G02E-L21RL or equivalent
The AM-200GE AND AB-200GE cameras also accept industrial RJ-45
connectors with thumbscrews. This assures that the connector does
not come undone in tough industrial environments.
Please contact the nearest JAI distributor for details on
recommended industrial RJ-45 connectors.
Fig. 4. Gigabit Ethernet connector
The digital output signals follow the Gigabit Ethernet interface using RJ-45 conforming
connector. The following is the pin assignment for the Gigabit Ethernet connector.
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No
I/O
Name
Note
1 I LVDS In 1-
Line 8
2 I LVDS In 1+
3 I TTL IN 1
Line 7
75ohm Termination (Note 1)
4 O TTL Out 1
Line 1
5 GND
6 NC
7 NC
8 O TTL OUT 2
Line 2
9 GND
No
Functions
Setting
ON
OFF
1
Trigger input termination
75Ω
TTL
2
NC
SW900
Right side for
75 ohms
termination
ON
5.3. D-Sub 9pin connector (For GPIO)
Type : DD-09SSG
Fig. 5.D Sub 9pin connector
Note1)Can be changed by DIP switch (SW900).
5.4. DIP switch
DIP switches are located on circuit boards. When the top cover is removed, please pay careful
attention so that circuit boards are not damaged.
5.4.1 SW-900
This switch sets the 75 ohm trigger input termination to ON or OFF.
The factory default setting is OFF which is TTL level.
The 75 ohm termination DIP switch is located the right side as looking from the lens
when the top cover is removed.
The photo in the right shows the default setting.
In order to change to the 75 ohm termination, the switch
in the front should be set downwards.
Fig.6. SW900
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No
Function
Setting
ON
OFF
Exposure Active output
select
Open Collector
signal
TTL signal
2
NC - -
No
Functions
Setting
ON
OFF
1
OPT IN(+) / Iris video OUT
select
Iris video
OPT IN (+)
2
OPT IN(-) / Iris video OUT
select
GND for iris video
OPT IN (-)
SW500
SW500
Sensor side
Sensor side
Open Collector ooutput
TTL output
SW901
SW901
Opt output
Iris output
5.4.2 SW-500
This switch selects the ExposureActive signal. The factory default setting is TTL signal and it
can be changed to the open collector signal.
Sensor side
SW500 is located in the upper board when the top cover is
removed.
Fig. 7 SW500
back side
5.4.3 SW-901
Fig.8 SW901
This DIP switch can select OPT IN or Iris video output through pin#3 and #4 of the
HIROSE 12 pin connector. The default setting is OPT IN.
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Output
Input
TTL
Line 1
Opt
Line 5
TTL
Line 2
Opt
Line 6
Opt
Line 3
TTL
Line 7
Opt
Line 4
LVDS
Line 8
6. Input and output Interface
6.1. Digital Interface
In the AM-200GE AND AB-200GE, the input and output interfaces for Hirose 12P and D-
Sub 9P are configured as follows.
6.1.1 LineSelector
The following input and output signals are configured on Line 1 through Line 8.
① Line 1(TTL out1)
② Line 2(TTL out2)
③ Line 3(Opt out1)
④ Line 4(Opt out2)
⑤ Line 5(Opt in1)
⑥ Line 6(Opt in2)
⑦ Line 7(TTL in1)
⑧ Line 8(LVDS in)
6.1.2 LineInverter
This function changes the polarity of the signal.
6.1.3 LineStatus
The user can ascertain the status of input and output signals.
6.1.4 LineSource
This function lets you designate the signal source to output through Line 1 to Line 4 as
part of the LineSelector configuration. Each signal is selected from the following
five signals.
① AcquisitionTriggerWait
② AcquisitionActive
③ FrameTriggerWait
④ FrameActive
⑤ ExposureActive
⑥ JAI_Acquisitionwait
⑦ Counter1Active
⑧ Timer1Active
⑨ UserOut0
⑩ UserOut1
⑪ UserOut2
⑫ UserOut3
6.1.5 LineMode
The current mode of signals (input or output) is displayed.
6.1.6 LineFormat
The interface of input and output circuits is displayed.
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6.2. Opto-isolated Interface
The control interface of the C3 GigE Vision
camera series has opto-isolated inputs and
outputs, providing galvanic separation between
the camera's inputs/outputs and peripheral
equipment. In addition to galvanic separation,
the opto-isolated inputs and outputs can cope
with a wide range of voltages; the voltage
range for inputs is +3.3V to +24V DC whereas Fig.9 Opto-coupler
outputs will handle +5V to +24V DC.
The figure at the right shows the functional
principle (opto-coupler) of the opto-isolated
inputs/outputs.
6.2.1 Recommended External Input circuit diagram for customer
Fig.10 External Input Circuit, OPT IN 1 and 2
6.2.2 Recommended External Output circuit diagram for customer
Fig.11 External Output Circuit, OPT OUT 1 and 2
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User Power (VCC)
3.3V
5V
12V
24V
Time Delay Rising TDR(µs)
0.54
0.54
0.62
0.68
Rising Time RT(µs)
1.2
1.2
2.0
3.0
Falling Delay Time FDR(µs)
1.5
1.5
2.4
2.1
Falling Time FT(µs)
3.6
3.4
4.5
6.8
1μ1K
0.1μ
+5V
IRIS Video Out
DA IN
DAC
10K
12K
12K
Iris Sync
6.2.3 Optical Interface Specifications
The relation of the input signal and the output signal through the optical interface is as
follows.
Fig.12 Optical Interface Performance
6.3. Iris video output
This signal can be used for lens iris control in Continuous
and pre-dump modes.
The signal is 1.0 V p-p (with H-sync) from 75 without
termination.
Fig. 13 Iris video output.
The iris video signal is composed to average the video level in the center area of each frame
and can be output as a composite signal with H-sync. As shown in the following figure, each
frame has its own video level which is averaged.
Fig.14 Iris signal details
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Note:
These interpolated controls are calculated based on the “Gain Auto
Reference” value. If the system is operating with a frame rate of less than
20fps, the set point of the lens should match the value of “Gain Auto
Reference”, even if ALC is being controlled by only the auto iris. Also, when
using an auto iris lens with its own speed and level controls, it is
recommended that these controls first be adjusted on the lens before using
the camera controls above to avoid possible conflicts.
The following parameters of this auto iris control signal output can be changed.
Auto Iris Control Signal Output:
ON : The auto iris control can be connected with AGC and ASC as ALC function
OFF : The auto iris control is not connected with AGC and ASC.
Iris Reverse Gain:
ON : The auto iris control signal is multiplied by the inverse of AFE gain (VGA
gain). If ALC is used, this setting is recommended. Auto iris control signal is
not affected by AGC gain.
OFF: The auto iris control signal is not multiplied by the inverse of AFE gain (VGA
gain).
Iris State Control:
Video: Use the iris control in auto mode.
Close: Force the iris to close.
Open: Force the iris to open.
Iris Sync Level: Adjust the H sync level added to the video between 0 to 255.
Iris Control Gain:
0 – 255: Set a separate control gain for the auto iris control signal. If oscillation
occurs when the auto iris diaphragm reaches the set point, this setting
may reduce the phenomenon.
Iris Interpolate Gain (Note):
0 – 255: At frame rates below 20fps, the auto iris operation may appear “jumpy”
as it rapidly moves from one level to the next.
This function prevents this so-called “hunting” phenomenon by
interpolating new auto iris control levels between each frame, thereby
smoothing the rate of the auto iris changes.
Iris Calculate Ratio (Note):
20 – 160: This function compensates Iris Interpolate Gain to allow for the varying
diaphragm ranges of different auto iris lenses.
This can be helpful if the auto iris is not able to find the appropriate
point by hunting when operating at frame rates of less than 20fps.
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○
+5V
+5V
Trigger INI B
Trigger INI A
1000
0.1μ
Trigger
IN
0.1μ
1K
1K22K
15K
3K
100K
●
●
●●
●●
●
●
●
●●●
●
●●
●
●
●●
●
●
●
●
○
Open
Collector
TTL
SW500
Exposure
Active
150
120
10
10
10K
220
0.1μ
180
1K
1K
100
10K
0.1μ
+5V
+5V
TTL Out
1/2
Initial Trigger Activation Set:
If the TTL trigger signal is input through D-SUB 9 pin, there are several
functions inside the camera using TTL. And each function has the setting of
the trigger activation, the camera sets the initial processing in accordance
with its priority. The initial Trigger Activation Set function, however, forces
to set the input polarity after the power is ON.
Refer to 9.2.4.1 Initial Trigger Activation Set.
6.4. Trigger input
An external trigger input can be applied to the
input selected Line Selector. The input is AC
coupled. To allow long pulses the input circuit is
designed as a flip-flop circuit. The leading and
trailing edges of the trigger pulse activate the
circuit.
The trigger polarity can be changed by Trigger
Activation.
Trigger input level is 4 V 2 V.
Fig.15 Trigger input circuit
6.5. Exposure Active output
Exposure Active signal (positive) is found on
Opt-out on Hirose 12P or TTL out on D-sub 9pin connector. The output circuit is 75
complementary emitter followers. Output
level 3 V from 75 (no termination). It can
be changed to the open collector signal.
When the open collector is used, the
maximum current is 120mA. However, if a
current of more than 50mA is flowed, it is
necessary to use bigger diameter wires for
connecting pins #8 and 9. If narrower-gauge
wires are used, it may not work properly due
to resistance issues.
This output can be changed to open collector
signal by SW500. Fig.16 Exposure Active output
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7. Video signal output
7.1. Video output image
AM-200GE / AB-200GE
Note: The following OB area can be transferred.
For vertical : 4 pixels for upper side
For horizontal : 16 pixels on right and left sides
Fig.17 CCD sensor layout
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WidthMax
HeightMax
OffsetY
OffsetX
Width
Height
(1,1)
OB 4 lines
OB 16 pixels
(1,1)
(1,1204)
(1632,1204)
(16,4)
(1616,1204)
OB 16 pixels
(1616,4)
(1632,1)
(16,1204)
Height
Width
7.2. AOI (Area of Interest)
In the AM-200GE and AB-200GE, the output image size can be determined by setting
the output area.
7.2.1 AOI parameters
In order to set the output area, 4 parameters including OffsetY, OffsetX, Width and
Height should be specified.
Fig.18 AOI setting
7.2.2 AOI setting details
In the AM-200GE and AB-200GE, AOI settings must consider the optical black areas
when specifying the area to be transferred.
Fig.19 OB transfer
7.2.2.1 When only the image part is transmitted (OB is not transferred)
Note1: When the horizontal OB is transferred, the width must be set at its maximum.
Note2: If the horizontal binning is used, the OB on both side is 8 and total 1616.
7.2.3 Frame rate calculation in the AOI mode
The frame rate in AOI mode depends on each setting of Offset, Height, Bit allocation
or Binning control. In the following formula, the part labelled (
decimal values rounded up.
7.2.3.1 Binning control setting : off or 2x1 (Binning Vertical=1)
In case of Offset Y < 4
Frame line number = ((1203 - (Height + (Offset Y - 4))) / 4)
rounddown
(Height - (4 – Offset Y)) + 29
In case of Offset Y ≧ 4
Frame line Number = (Offset Y / 4)
+ ((1203 – (Height + (Offset Y - 4))) /4)
roundup
+ Height + 28
Frame rate (Hz) = 1/ (Frame line number x 0.00002004)
Setting examples (8-bit output)
+
round up
) has its
rounddown
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Area
Offset
Height
Frame rate
(fps)
1/2
154
300
Continuous
96.09841
Timed (EPS)
(SmearLess OFF)
Trigger Width
1/4
228
150
Continuous
114.2074
Timed (EPS)
(SmearLess OFF)
Trigger Width
1
/8
266
76
Continuous
125.9129
Timed (EPS)
Trigger Width
7.2.3.2 Binning control setting : 1x2 or 2x2 (Binning Vertical=2)
In case of Offset Y < 4
Frame line number = ((1203 – (((Height - (4 - Offset Y)) x 2) +
((Offset Y x 2) – 4))) / 4)
rounddown
In case of Offset Y ≧ 4
Frame line 数 = ((Offset Y / 4) x 2)
((Offset Y x 2) - 4))) / 4)
+ ((1203 – ((Height x 2) +
roundup
rounddown
Frame rate (Hz) = 1/ (Frame line 数 x 0.00002200)
Setting example (8-bit output)
+ (Height - (4 - Offset Y)) + 24
+ Height + 22
7.2.4 The relationship between LinePitch and Width
The setting range of LinePitch is changed according to PixelFormat setting.
LinePitch can be set as follows.
Mono8/Bayer8 : 8-1632, by 8 pixels step
Mono10/Bayer10_Packed : 12-2448, by 12 pixels step
Mono10/12/bayer10/12 : 16-3264, by 16 pixels step
RGB8_Packed : 24-4896, by 24 pixels step
YUV422_Packed : 16-3264, by 16 pixels step
As for LinePitch and Width, if one is changed, the other will also be changed.
The relationship between LinePitch and width is;
7.3. In case of vertical binning and horizontal binning (Only for AM-200GE)
This function is available only for AM-200GE. In binning mode, adjacent pixels in the
horizontal direction and/or vertical direction are combined and output as one pixel.
The possible combinations are shown below.
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H x V (Pixels)
Sensitivity
Spatial resolution
H direction
V direction
1 x 2
2 times
Unchanged
1/2
2 x 1
2 times
1/2
Unchanged
2 x 2
4 times
1/2
1/2
CCD out
Analog Out
(Equivalent)
Digital Out
8bit
10bit
12bit
Black
0%
Setup 3.6%, 25mV
8LSB
32LSB
128LSB
AM-200GE
350mV
100%
700mV
222LSB
890LSB
3560LSB
AB-200GE
290mV
AM-200GE
404mV
115%
808mV
255LSB
1023LSB
4095LSB
AB-200GE
334mV
Horizontal
Vertical
1 pixel
1 Pixel
2 Pixels
2 pixels
Fig. 20 Binning modes
Binning achieves a higher frame rate, as well as better sensitivity.
On the other hand, the resolution becomes less than the full frame readout.
7.3.1 The relationship between Binning Horizontal and Width/LinePitch
If Binning Horizontal is set at 1 or 2, Width/LinePitch is changed accordingly.
Binning Horizontal = 1 Width is 1632 as the maximum
Binning Horizontal = 2 Width is 816 as the maximum
Note: If Binning Horizontal is reset to 1 after setting to 2, the maximum value is not
changed. It is necessary to set manually.
7.3.2 The relationship between Binning Vertical and Height
If Binning Vertical is set at 1 or 2, Height is changed accordingly.
Binning Vertical = 1 Height is 1204 as the maximum
Binning Vertical = 2 Height is 604 as the maximum
Note: If Binning Vertical is reset to 1 after setting to 2, the maximum value is not changed.
It is necessary to set manually.
7.4. Digital video output (Bit allocation)
Although the AM-200GE and AB-200GE are digital cameras, the image is generated by an
analog component, the CCD sensor. The table and diagram below show the relationship
between the analog CCD output level and the digital output.
The AB-200GE starts with GRG on odd lines and BGB on even lines as shown below.
If AOI is used, Offset Y can be set every 2 lines and therefore, it always starts with a
GRG sequence.
Fig. 22 Bayer sequence
7.6. Pixel format and pixel type
In the GigE Vision Interface, GVSP (GigE Vision Streaming Protocol) is used for an
application layer protocol relying on the UDP transport layer protocol. It allows an
application to receive image data, image information and other information from a
device.
As for the sensors in the AM-200GE AND AB-200GE, the following pixel types supported
by GVSP are available.
With regard to the details of GVSP, please refer to the GigE Vision Specification
available from the AIA (www.machinevisiononline.org).
7.6.1 GVSP_PIX_MONO8 (8bit output)
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AM-200GE / AB-200GE
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 X X X X X X 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 X X X X X X
Y0Y0Y1
Y1
234 5 6 7890 1 X X 0 1 X X 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 0 1 X X 0 1 X X 2 34 5 6 7 8 9
Y3Y1Y0
Y2
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 X X X X 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 X X X X