JAI AT-140GE User Manual

User Manual

AT-140GE

Digital 3CCD Progressive Scan

RGB Color Camera

Document Version:Ver.1.0

AT-140GE_Ver.1.0_Dec09

1013E-0912

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Notice

The material contained in this manual consists of information that is proprietary to JAI Ltd.,

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
trademarks of their respective owners.

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 AT-140GE 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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Supplement

The following statement is related to the regulation on “ Measures for the Administration
of the control of Pollution by Electronic Information Products “ , known as “ China RoHS “.
The table shows contained Hazardous Substances in this camera.

mark shows that the environment-friendly use period of contained Hazardous

Substances is 15 years.

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Table of Contents

JAI GigE Vision® Camera operation manuals ............................................ - 4 -

Introduction ................................................................................... - 4 -

Before using GigE Vision camera .......................................................... - 5 -

Software installation ......................................................................... - 6 -

Camera Operation ............................................................................ - 6 -

1. General ..................................................................................... - 6 -

2. Camera nomenclature ................................................................... - 6 -

3. Main Features .............................................................................. - 7 -

4. Locations and Functions ................................................................. - 8 -

4.1. Locations and functions .................................................................................. - 8 -

4.2. Rear panel indicator ...................................................................................... - 9 -

5. Pin Assignment ........................................................................... - 10 -

5.1. 12-pin Multi-connector (DC-IN/Trigger) ............................................................... - 10 -

5.2. Digital Output Connector for Gigabit Ethernet..................................................... - 10 -

5.3. D-Sub 9pin connector (For GPIO) ................................................................... - 11 -

5.4. DIP switch ................................................................................................. - 11 -

5.4.1 SW-600 .............................................................................................. - 11 -

5.4.2 SW-100 .............................................................................................. - 12 -

6. Input and output circuits ............................................................. - 13 -

6.1. Iris video output ......................................................................................... - 13 -

6.2. Trigger input ............................................................................................. - 13 -

6.3. XEEN output .............................................................................................. - 13 -

6.4. Auto iris video output level ............................................................................ - 14 -

7. GPIO (General purpose inputs and outputs) ....................................... - 15 -

7.1. Overview .................................................................................................. - 15 -

7.1.1 LUT (Look Up Table) .............................................................................. - 15 -

7.1.2 12-bit Counter ..................................................................................... - 16 -

7.1.3 Pulse Generators (0 to 1) ........................................................................ - 16 -

7.2. Opto-isolated Inputs/Outputs ......................................................................... - 16 -

7.2.1 Recommended External Input circuit diagram for customer .............................. - 16 -

7.2.2 Recommended External Output circuit diagram for customer ............................ - 17 -

7.2.3 Optical Interface Specifications ................................................................ - 17 -

7.3. Inputs and outputs table ............................................................................... - 18 -

7.4. Configuring the GPIO module (register settings) .................................................. - 19 -

7.4.1 Input /Output Signal Selector ................................................................... - 19 -

7.4.2 12-bit counter ...................................................................................... - 19 -

7.4.3 Pulse generators (20-bit x 2) .................................................................... - 20 -

7.5. GPIO programming examples .......................................................................... - 21 -

7.5.1 GPIO Plus PWC shutter ........................................................................... - 21 -

7.5.2 Internal Trigger Generator ...................................................................... - 22 -

8. GigE Vision Streaming Protocol (GVSP) ............................................. - 23 -

8.1. Digital Video Output (Bit Allocation) ................................................................. - 23 -

8.2. Bit Allocation (Pixel Format / Pixel Type) .......................................................... - 23 -

8.2.1 GVSP_PIX_RGB8_PACKED (RGB 24bit output) ................................................ - 23 -

8.2.2 GVSP_PIX_RGB10V1_PACKED (RGB 32bit output) ............................................ - 24 -

8.2.3 GVSP_PIX_RGB10V2_PACKED (RGB 32bit output) ............................................ - 24 -

9. Functions and Operations .............................................................. - 24 -

9.1. GigE Vision Standard Interface ........................................................................ - 24 -

9.2. Recommended Network Configurations ............................................................. - 24 -

9.2.1 Guideline for network settings ................................................................. - 25 -

9.2.2 Video data rate (network bandwidth) ......................................................... - 25 -

9.2.3 Note for setting packet size ..................................................................... - 25 -

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9.2.4 Calculation of Data Transfer Rate .............................................................. - 26 -

9.2.5 Note for 100BASE-TX connection ............................................................... - 27 -

9.3. Basic Functions ........................................................................................... - 27 -

9.3.1 Basic construction ................................................................................. - 27 -

9.3.2 Modes of operation ................................................................................ - 28 -

9.3.3 Partial scan (Fast Dump ON) .................................................................... - 28 -

9.3.4 Vertical Binning (VB) .............................................................................. - 30 -

9.3.5 Electronic shutter (SM) ........................................................................... - 30 -

9.3.6 Auto-detect LVAL-sync / async accumulation ................................................ - 31 -

9.4. Pre-processing functions ............................................................................... - 32 -

9.4.1 Shading compensation ............................................................................ - 32 -

9.4.2 White balance ...................................................................................... - 33 -

9.4.3 Linear matrix ....................................................................................... - 33 -

9.4.4 Blemish compensation ............................................................................ - 34 -

9.4.5 Gamma setting (Look Up Table) ................................................................ - 34 -

9.4.6 Knee compensation ............................................................................... - 34 -

9.5. Other functions .......................................................................................... - 35 -

9.5.1 Test pattern generator (Address 0xA13C) ..................................................... - 35 -

9.5.2 Center marker ..................................................................................... - 35 -

9.6. Sensor Layout and timing .............................................................................. - 36 -

9.6.1 CCD Sensor Layout ................................................................................ - 36 -

9.6.2. Horizontal timing (Normal continuous mode) ............................................... - 37 -

9.6.3 Vertical timing (Normal continuous mode) ................................................... - 37 -

9.6.4 Horizontal timing (Partial scan mode) ......................................................... - 38 -

9.6.5 Vertical timing (Partial scan mode) ............................................................ - 38 -

9.6.6 Horizontal timing (Vertical binning mode) .................................................... - 39 -

9.6.7 Vertical timing (vertical binning mode) ....................................................... - 40 -

9.7. Operation Modes - Timing .............................................................................. - 40 -

9.7.1 Continuous operation ............................................................................. - 40 -

9.7.2 Edge Pre-select Trigger Mode (EPS) ............................................................ - 41 -

9.7.3 Pulse Width Control Trigger Mode .............................................................. - 43 -

9.7.4 Reset Continuous Trigger (RCT) ................................................................. - 45 -

9.7.5 Sequential Trigger Mode (EPS) .................................................................. - 46 -

9.7.6 Delayed Readout EPS and PWC Modes (EPS and PWC) ...................................... - 47 -

9.7.7 Smearless mode ................................................................................... - 48 -

9.7.8 Optical Black transfer mode ..................................................................... - 49 -

9.7.9 Multi ROI mode (Multi Region of Interest) .................................................... - 50 -

9.8. Mode and functions matrix ............................................................................ - 50 -

10. External Appearance and Dimensions ............................................ - 51 -

11. Specification table ..................................................................... - 52 -

Register Map ................................................................................. - 55 -

Appendix ...................................................................................... - 66 -

1. Precautions .................................................................................................. - 66 -

2. Typical Sensor Characteristics ........................................................................... - 66 -

3. Caution when mounting a lens on the camera ........................................................ - 66 -

4. Caution when mounting the camera .................................................................... - 67 -

5. Exportation .................................................................................................. - 67 -

6. References .................................................................................................. - 67 -

Change history ............................................................................... - 68 -

User's Record ................................................................................ - 69 -

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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.

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NIC
manufacturer

Model

PCI Bus

PCI-X Bus

PCI-Express Bus

Intel

PRO/1000MT
(PWLA8490MT)

 (33MHz)

(100MHz)



Intel

PRO/1000GT
(PWLA8391GT)

 (33MHz)

 (33MHz)



Intel

PRO/1000PT
(EXPI9300PT)





 ( x1 )

Intel

Gigabit CT
Desktop adaptor
(EXPI9301CT)





 ( x1 )

Intel

PRO/1000PT Quad
port
(EXPI9404PT)





 ( x4 )

Intel

PRO/1000PT Dual
port
(EXPI9402PT)





 ( x4 )

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.

Equipment to be used
In order to set up the GigE Vision system, use the following equipment or equivalent.
It is necessary to use a PC and peripherals which comply with Gigabit Ethernet requirements.

1. Camera(s) which comply with GigE Vison and GenICam

2. Power supply for camera

3. Network cable (CAT5e or CAT6)

4. Computer CPU: Intel Core Duo 2 2.4GHz or more
Memory: 2GB (recommended)
Video card: PCI Express Bus x 16 connection
VRAM : DDR2 with 256MB or more
DVI : capable of display 2560 x 1600 pixels

5. Network adapter (note 1)

6. Network HUB (if needed)

7. Trigger switch (If needed)

8. JAI SDK (Software Development kit)

Note:
Pentium 4 type PC is not recommended due to dependency on chip set bus performance.

Note1: At the time of publishing this document these combinations have been verified:

The above NICs are verified under the following conditions.

 CPU:Intel Core 2 Duo, 2.4GHz
 2 GB memory
 Windows XP, SP2(32 bit)
 Driver: Filter driver supplied with JAI SDK

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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.

Camera Operation

1. General

The AT-140GE is a digital 3CCD progressive scan RGB color camera. It employs three 1/2-inch
1392 (h) x 1040 (v), 1.45 Megapixel CCDs and runs at 20 frames per second in full resolution
mode. The AT-140GE has a GigE Vision interface and its output can be either 24-bit or 32-bit
RGB. JAI developed a new 1/2-inch compact F4.0 prism optical system and in combination
with a linear color matrix, the AT-140GE provides a higher fidelity of color reproduction. The
AT-140GE also incorporates a dynamic shading circuit, gamma correction circuit and knee
correction circuit to provide high picture quality. Functions like partial scanning and vertical
binning allow higher frame rates.

The latest version of this manual can be downloaded from: www.jai.com
The latest version of the JAI GigE Vision SDK & Control Tool for the AT-140GE can be
downloaded from: www.jai.com

For camera revision history, please contact your local JAI distributor.

2. Camera nomenclature

The standard camera composition consists of the camera main body and C-mount protection
cap.

The camera is available in the following versions:

AT-140GE

Where A stands for "Advanced" family, T stands for "3 CCD", 140 represents the resolution "1.4
million pixels" , and GE stands for "GigE Vision " interface.

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3. Main Features

 3 x 1/2" CCD progressive scan RGB color camera for vision applications
 3 x 1392(h) x 1040 (v) 4.65m effective square pixels
 Compact RGB prism for C-mount lenses
 Shading reduction permits wider choice of lenses
 20.77 frames per second with 1392 (h) x 1040 (v) pixels
 59.45 fps with 1392 (h) x 131 (v) pixels in 1/8 partial scan mode
 Variable partial scan is available for faster frame rate
 Vertical binning for higher sensitivity and frame rate of 32.92 fps
 24-bit RGB output or 32-bit RGB output (RGB 8, RGB 10V1 or RGB 10V2 pixel format)
 Gamma is selectable for 0.45, 0.6 or LUT (Look Up Table)
 Linear matrix circuit with sRGB or Adobe RGB pre-setting
 Knee function available for knee point and knee slope settings.

 Shading compensation circuit built in
 Blemish compensation ON/OFF
 Noise reduction circuit (ON/OFF, level settings)
 Smearless mode available in EPS and PWC
 Edge Pre-select, Pulse Width Control and Reset Continuous Trigger modes

 Sequence trigger mode for on-the –fly change of gain, exposure and ROI
 Delayed readout mode for smooth transmission of multi-camera applications
 Common or individual programmable exposure for RGB
 Auto exposure capability
 AGC (Automatic Gain Control) from -3dB to 12dB
 Manual, continuous, one push or pre-set white balance
 Analog iris video output for lens iris control
 LVAL synchronous/asynchronous operation (auto-detect)
 Comprehensive software tools and SDK for Windows XP/Vista (32 bit “x86” and 64

bit “x64” JAI SDK Ver. 1.2.1 and after )

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4. Locations and Functions

4.1. Locations and functions

AT-140GE

1. Lens mount Lens mount of C-mount type. *1)

2. CCD sensor 1/2 inch CCD

3. RJ-45 connector GigE Vision interface with thumb screws

4. 12-pin connector DC+12V, Trigger IN and EEN out

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 5mm (*3)

*1) Note: Applicable C-mount lens should be designed for 3-CCD cameras. Rear protrusion on

C-mount lens must be less than 4mm.

Be advised: when using a lens with the iris diaphragm fully open, vignetting on corners

may occur.

*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-TX has been connected (Note)

 Flashing amber : Network active in communication

Note: When 10BASE-T is 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

+12 V DC input

3

GND

4

Iris video

Continuous and RCT modes only

5

GND

6

-

7

-

8

GND

9

XEEN out

Negative logic

10

Trigger in

*1)

11

-

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/Trigger)

Type: HR10A-10R-12PB-01
(Hirose) male.
(Seen from rear of
camera.)

Fig. 3. 12-pin connector. *1) 75 ohm termination can be selected by DIP SW600.

5.2. Digital Output Connector for Gigabit Ethernet

Type: RJ-45
HFJ11-1G02E-L21RL or equivalent

The AT-140GE 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-

2 I LVDS In 1+

3 I TTL IN 1

75ohm Terminator (Note 1)

4 O TTL Out 1

5 GND

6 NC 7 NC

8 O TTL OUT 2

9 GND

No

Functions

Setting

ON

OFF

1

Trigger input termination

75Ω

TTL

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 (SW600).

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 may not be damaged.

5.4.1 SW-600

This switch sets the 75 ohm trigger input termination to ON or OFF.
The factory default setting is OFF which is TTL level.

Fig.6. SW600 (On rear panel)

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No

Functions

Setting

ON

OFF

1

EEN output select

Open collector (EEN)

TTL（XEEN）

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 (-)

ON

ON

5.4.2 SW-100

This switch can select the type of the signal which is output through 12-pin #10. The factory
default is TTL (XEEN) and it can be changed to Open collector (EEN).

Fig.7. SW100 (Right board looking from the front)

5.4.3 SW-700
This DIP switch can select OPT IN or Iris video output through pin#3 and #4 of the

HIROSE 12 pin connector.

Fig.8 SW700 (On the top board)

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DAC

Iris Video

2K2

1K

１μ

0.1μ

+5V

+5V

●

●

●

●

●

SW600

TTL

1K

100K

0.001μ

0.1μ

１K2

15K

39K

75

HIROSE 12P

#10

+５Ｖ

１Ｋ

０．１

１０Ｋ

１０

１０

２２０

EEN

HIROSE

#9

１２０

１５０

Open

Collector

Push

Pull

１０Ｋ

１Ｋ

180

SW100

6. Input and output circuits

This chapter introduces the basic diagram and bit allocation of digital output.

6.1. Iris video output

This signal can be used for lens iris control In
Continuous and RCT modes. The signal is NUM
luminance signal and passes through the gain
circuit. However, due to reversed
compensation applied, the gain settings do
not influence this signal. The iris video output
is 0.7 V p-p from 75  and without sync.

Fig. 9 Iris video output.

6.2. Trigger input

The trigger input is on pin #10 on the 12-pin
connector or pin#3 on the D-sub 9-pin
connector. The input is AC coupled. To allow
a long pulse width, the input circuit is a flip­flop, which is toggled by the negative or
positive differentiated spikes caused by the
falling or rising trigger edges.
The trigger polarity can be changed.
Trigger input level is 4 V 2 V. It can be
terminated by SW600: ON for 75. OFF for
TTL(Factory default).

Fig.10 Trigger input.

6.3. XEEN output

XEEN is found on pin #4 or #8 on D-sub 9-pin
connector.
The output circuit is 75  complementary
emitter followers. Output level 3 V from 75.
(No termination).
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 pin#8 and

9. In case of narrower wires, due to its
resistance, it may not work properly.

This output can be changed to Open collector
signal by SW100.
EEN is found in OPT out in 12-pin connector.

Fig.11 EEN output

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CCD out

Analog Out

200mV

700mV

230mV↑

800mV

0

100% Level700

200

Analog Out [mV]

CCD Out [mV]

265

930

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6.4. Auto iris video output level

This video output signal is NUM luminance signal and does not have SYNC. It is available only
in Continuous mode and RCT mode. It is also not available in partial scan mode.
This signal is not affected by the gain control.

Fig.12 Iris video output

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LUT

( Cross Point Switch )

Pulse Generator 1

(20 bit Counter )

Pulse Generator 0

(20 bit Counter )

12 bit

Counter

TRIGGER 1
TRIGGER 2

TTL OUT 2

OPT OUT 1
OPT OUT 2

Time Stamp Reset
Sequence Reset

LVAL IN
DVAL IN
FVAL IN
EEN IN

OPT IN 1
OPT IN 2

LVDS IN 1

Soft Trigger 0
Soft Trigger 1
Soft Trigger 2
Soft Trigger 3

Pulse trigger IN

Pulse OUT

Pulse Generator 0
Pulse Generator 1

Digital I/O(GPIO) setting

Digital I/O(GPIO) setting

Setting for

Line Source

Setting for

Line Selector

Pixel Clock

Counter Clock Source

1

Counter Divide by value

Bypass0

1 - 4095

Pulse Generator Setting 0

Start Point Counter 0

Length counter 0

Repeat Counter 0

End point counter 0

Counter 0 clear

Pulse Generator Setting 1

Pulse Generator 1

Pulse Generator 0

TTL IN 1

TTL OUT 1

7. GPIO (General purpose inputs and outputs)

In chapter 7, there are some examples of settings. the values shown in these examples
may need to be adjusted to fit the pixel clock specifications of this particular model.

7.1. Overview

All input and output signals pass through the GPIO (General Purpose Input and Output) module.
The GPIO module consists of a Look-Up Table (LUT – Cross-Point Switch), 2 Pulse Generators
and a 12-bit counter. In the LUT, the relationship between inputs, counters and outputs is
governed by internal register set-up.

On the above block diagram, Trigger 0 is used for Exposure and Trigger 1 is used for Delayed
Readout. The Time Stamp Reset can reset the time stamp in compliance with the GigE Vision
standard. This is used for having the same time stamp in case of using multiple cameras.

The blocks shown in the above diagram have the following functionality:

7.1.1 LUT (Look Up Table)

The LUT works as a cross-point switch, which allows connecting inputs and outputs freely.
The signals LVAL_IN, DVAL_IN, FVAL_IN and EEN_IN all originate from the camera timing
circuit. Trigger 0 is connected to the camera's timing circuit and is used for initiating
triggered exposure. Trigger 1 is used for Delayed Readout mode. The Time Stamp Reset
signal is used to reset the camera's time stamp function, also making it possible to reset and
synchronize the time stamp of multiple cameras.

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7.1.2 12-bit Counter

The camera pixel clock (42.954 MHz) can be used as a source. The counter has a “Divide by
N”, where N has the range 1 through 4096, allowing a wide range of clock frequencies to be

programmed. Setting value 0 is bypass, setting value 1 is 1/2 dividing and setting value 4095
is 1/4096 dividing.

7.1.3 Pulse Generators (0 to 1)

Each pulse generator consists of a 20-bit counter. The behavior of these signals is defined by
their pulse width, start point, end point and number of repetitions.
The pulse generator signals can be set in either triggered or periodic mode.
In triggered mode, the pulse is triggered by the rising edge/falling edge/high level or low
level of the input signal.
In periodic mode, the trigger continuously generates a signal that is based on the configured
pulse width, starting point and end point.

7.2. Opto-isolated Inputs/Outputs

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 outputs will
handle +5V to +24V DC.
The figure below shows the functional principle (opto-coupler) of the opto-isolated
inputs/outputs.

Fig.13 Opto-coupler

7.2.1 Recommended External Input circuit diagram for customer

Fig.14 External Input Circuit, OPT IN 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

7.2.2 Recommended External Output circuit diagram for customer

Fig.15. External Output Circuit, OPT OUT 1 and 2

7.2.3 Optical Interface Specifications

The relation of the input signal and the output signal through the optical interface is as
follows.

Fig.16 Optical Interface Performance

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7.3. Inputs and outputs table

Output Port

Trigger
0

Trigger
1

OPT
OUT1

OPT
OUT2

TTL
OUT 1

TTL
OUT 2

Time
Stamp
Reset

Seq.
Reset

Pulse
Gen. 0

Pulse
Gen. 1

Input Port

LVAL IN

× × ×

×

○

○

× ○

○

DVAL IN

× × ×

×

○

○

× ○

○

FVAL IN

× × ×

×

○

○

× ○

○

EEN IN

× × ○

○

○

○

× ○

○

OPT IN 1

○ ○ ○

○

○

○

○ ○ ○

○

OPT IN 2

○ ○ ○

○

○

○

○ ○ ○

○

TTL IN

○ ○ ○

○

○

○

○ ○ ○

○

LVDS IN

○ ○ ○

○

○

○

○ ○ ○

○

Soft Trigger 0

○ ○ ○

○

○

○

○ ○ ○

○

Soft Trigger 1

○ ○ ○

○

○

○

○ ○ ○

○

Soft Trigger 2

○ ○ ○

○

○

○

○ ○ ○

○

Soft Trigger 3

○ ○ ○

○

○

○

○ ○ ○

○

Pulse Gen. 0

○ ○ ○

○

○

○

○ ○ ×

○

Pulse Gen. 1

○ ○ ○

○

○

○

○ ○ ○

×

AT-140GE

LEGEND: 0 = valid combination / x = Not valid (do not use this combination)

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Address

Internal Name

GenIcam Name

Access

Size

Value (Range)

0xB004

Counter Dividing Value

ClockPreScaler

R/W

4

0x000: Bypass
0x001: 1/2 Dividing
0x002: 1/3 Dividing
|
0xFFF: 1/4096 Dividing

7.4. Configuring the GPIO module (register settings)

7.4.1 Input /Output Signal Selector

GPIO is used to determine which signal is assigned which terminal. For the details, please
refer to Register Map, Digital I/O, Acquisition and Trigger Control and Pulse Generator.

Line Selector

Line Source

Line Polarity

7.4.2 12-bit counter

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Start Point

End Point

Length

Start Point

End Point

Length

Pulse Generator 0 IN

(FVAL )

0 1 2 3

1

99 100 101 102 103

2 1

Start Point = 0 End Point = 99

Length = 102

Clock IN
Clock Source=Pixel Clock ( 60MHz)
Clock Pre-scaler = 2399 ⇒　25KHz

1/25KHz = 40µs

Pulse Generator Clear = 4: Rising Edge

Pulse Generator 0 OUT

(GPIO Port 1 )

Repeat counter: 0 to 255
=0: Continuously repeated

Pulse Generator Setting Example

7.4.3 Pulse generators (20-bit x 2)

There are 2 pulse generators (designated 0 through 1) that can be used to create various
timing scenarios by programming start point, endpoint, length and repeats.

An example of settings

The following example shows the FVAL input to a pulse generator. The pulse generator
creates the pulse using FVAL and the pulse is output through GPIO PORT 1.

The created pulse rises up at the start point and falls down at the end point, as shown above.
Accordingly, the High duration is (End point – Start point) clocks x (1/Pulse gen. frequency).

In the above example, the original oscillation uses pixel clock (60 MHz) and the pixel clock is
divided by 2400. A pulse frequency of the generator is 25 KHz (60000000/2400). As the start
point is 0 and the end point is 99, a pulse having a width of 100 x 1/25000 = 4ms is created.

If the High duration needs to be delayed against an incoming trigger, the start point should be
set at “N”. The delay value is N x (1/ 25000). In the above example, the N is “0” which is no
delay. The length, in this case, is 102 clocks.

These settings can be achieved by using the JAI Control Tool which is part of the JAI SDK.

Fig.17 Pulse generator setting example

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7.5. GPIO programming examples

Address

Register

Value

0xA040

Trigger Mode

2 = PWC ( Pulse Width Control)

①

0xB090

Pulse Generator 0 Selector

4 =OPT IN 1

②

0xB000

Clock Choice

1 = Pixel Clock (43MHz)

0xB004

Counter Dividing Value

0 = Pass through

0xB008

Length Counter 0

1000 Clocks

0xB00C

Start point Counter 0

100 Clocks

0xB010

Repeat Count 0

1

0xB014

End point Counter 0

530 Clocks

0xB018

Counter Clear 0

4 = Rising Edge Clear

③

0xB060

CAMERA TRIGGER Selector

16 = pulse generator 0

LUT

( Cross Point Switch )

Pulse Generator 1

(20 bit Counter )

Pulse Generator 0
(20 bit Counter )

12 bit

Counter

TRIGGER 1

TRIGGER 2

TTL OUT 2

OPT OUT 1
OPT OUT 2

Time Stamp Reset
Sequence Reset

LVAL IN
DVAL IN
FVAL IN

EEN IN

OPT IN 1

OPT IN 2

LVDS IN

Soft Trigger 0
Soft Trigger 1
Soft Trigger 2
Soft Trigger 3

Pulse trigger IN

Pulse OUT

Pulse Generator 0

Pulse Generator 1

Digital I/O(GPIO) setting

Digital I/O(GPIO) setting

Setting for

Line Source

Setting for

Line Selector

Pixel Clock

Counter Clock Source

1

Counter Divide by value

Bypass0

1 - 4095

Pulse Generator Setting 0

Start Point Counter 0

Length counter 0

Repeat Count 0
End point counter 0

Counter 0 clear

Pulse Generator Setting 3

Pulse Generator 1

Pulse Generator 0

TTL IN

①

②

⇒
⇒
⇒
⇒

⇒

1000ｃｌｋ
100ｃｌｋ

1

530ｃｌｋ

4 Rising Edge

③

TTL OUT 1

OPT IN

PULSE Generator 0

OUT

100

530

1000

7.5.1 GPIO Plus PWC shutter

Example: 10µs unit pulse width exposure control (PWC).

Pixel clock is ~43MHz. 430 clocks (530-100) equals 10µs.

AT-140GE

Fig.18 Pulse Generator Timing Example 1

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Pulse Generator 0

100 Line

500 Line

1000 Line

output

Pulse Generator 0

100 Line

500 Line

1000 Line

output

7.5.2 Internal Trigger Generator

Address

Register

Value

0xA040

Trigger Mode

1 = EPS

①

0xB000

Clock Choice

1 = Pixel Clock

0xB004

Counter Dividing Value

1829= 1/1830 dev(Line Rate)

0xB008

Length Counter 0

1000 Clocks

0xB00C

Start point Counter 0

100 Clocks

0xB010

Repeat Count 0

0 = Free Run

0xB014

End point Counter 0

500 Clocks

0xB018

Counter Clear 0

0 = No Clear

②

0xB060

CAMERA TRIGGER Selector

11 = pulse generator 0

LUT

( Cross Point Switch )

Pulse Generator 1

(20 bit Counter )

Pulse Generator 0

(20 bit Counter )

12 bit

Counter

TRIGGER 1

TRIGGER 2

TTL OUT 2

OPT OUT 1
OPT OUT 2

Time Stamp Reset
Sequence Reset

LVAL IN
DVAL IN
FVAL IN
EEN IN

OPT IN 1
OPT IN 2

LVDS IN 1

Soft Trigger 0
Soft Trigger 1
Soft Trigger 2
Soft Trigger 3

Pulse trigger IN

Pulse OUT

Pulse Generator 0
Pulse Generator 1

Digital I/O(GPIO) setting

Digital I/O(GPIO) setting

Setting for

Line Source

Setting for

Line Selector

Pixel Clock

Counter Clock Source

1

Counter Divide by value

Bypass0

1 - 4095

Pulse Generator Setting 0

Start Point Counter 0

Length counter 0

Repeat Count 0

End point counter 0

Counter 0 clear

Pulse Generator Setting 3

Pulse Generator 1

Pulse Generator 0

TTL IN 1

①

②

⇒
⇒
⇒
⇒
⇒

1000ｃｌｋ
100ｃｌｋ
0
500ｃｌｋ
0 Free run

TTL OUT 1

Create a trigger signal and trigger the camera

AT-140GE

Fig.19 Pulse Generator 0 timing Example 2

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Analog Signal [mV]

Black Level

1023

890

32

0

25

700

Digital Out [LSB]

White Clip Level

100% Level

800

CCD out

Analog Signal *

Digital Out(24-bit)

Digital Out(32-bit)

Black

Setup 3.6%, 25mV

8LSB

32LSB

200mV

700mV

222LSB

890LSB

230mV

800mV

255LSB

1023LSB

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

R0G0B0

8. GigE Vision Streaming Protocol (GVSP)

8.1. Digital Video Output (Bit Allocation)

Although the AT-140GE is a digital camera, 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 standard setting for 10-bit video level is 890 LSB. 200 mV CCD output level equals 100%
video output.

Fig.20 Digital output (10-bit output)

8.2. Bit Allocation (Pixel Format / 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 AT-140GE, 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).

8.2.1 GVSP_PIX_RGB8_PACKED (RGB 24bit output)

1 Byte 2 Byte 3 Byte 4 Byte

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0 1 0 1 0 1 X X 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

B0

B0G0R0

R0

G0

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 X X

R0

B0

G0

Address

Internal Name

Access

Size

Value

0xA410

Pixel Format type

R/W

4

0x02180014:RGB8Packed
0x0220001C:RGB10V1Packed
0x0220001D:RGB10V2Packed

8.2.2 GVSP_PIX_RGB10V1_PACKED (RGB 32bit output)

1 Byte 2 Byte 3 Byte 4 Byte

8.2.3 GVSP_PIX_RGB10V2_PACKED (RGB 32bit output)

1 Byte 2 Byte 3 Byte 4 Byte

9. Functions and Operations

9.1. GigE Vision Standard Interface

The AT-140GE is designed in accordance with the GigE Vision standard. Digital images are
transmitted over Cat5e or Cat6 Ethernet cables. All camera functions are also controlled via
the GigE Vision interface.

The camera can operate in Continuous mode, providing an endless stream of images. For
capturing individual images related to a specific event, the camera can also be triggered. For
precise triggering, it is recommended to use a hardware trigger applied to the Hirose 12-pin
connector. It is also possible to initiate a software trigger through the GigE Vision interface.
However, when using a software trigger, certain latency inherent to the GigE interface must
be expected. This latency, which manifests itself as jitter, greatly depends on the general
conditions and traffic on the GigE connection. The frame rate described in this manual is for
the ideal case and may deteriorate depending on conditions.

When using multiple cameras (going through a switch and/or a single path) or when operating
in a system with limited transmission bandwidth the Delayed Readout Mode and Inter-Packet
Delay functions can be useful.

9.2. Recommended Network Configurations

Although the AT-140GE conforms to Gigabit Ethernet (IEEE 802.3) not all combinations of
network interface cards (NICs) and switches/routers are suitable for use with the GigE Vision
compliant camera.
JAI will endeavor to continuously verify these combinations, in order to give users the widest
choice of GigE components for their system design.

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Model

Pixel Type

Frame Rate

Packet data volume
(assumes the packet size is 4036)

AT-140GE

RGB8Packed

20.77 fps

732 Mbit/s

RGB10V1Packed
RGB10V2Packed

20.77 fps
(Note 1)

972 Mbit/s

9.2.1 Guideline for network settings

To ensure the integrity of packets transmitted from the camera, it is recommended to follow
these simple guidelines:

1. Whenever possible use a peer-to-peer network.

2. When connecting several cameras going through a network switch, make sure it is

capable of handling jumbo packets and that it has sufficient memory capacity.

3. Configure inter-packet delay to avoid congestion in network switches.

4. Disable screen saver and power save functions on computers.

5. Use high performance computers with multi-CPU, hyper-thread and 64-bit CPU, etc.

6. Only use Gigabit Ethernet equipment and components together with the camera.

7. Use at least Cat5e and preferably Cat6 Ethernet cables.

8. Whenever possible, limit the camera output to 8-bit.

☞ For more details regarding network settings, please refer to the “Getting Started Guide” which

is a separate document.

9.2.2 Video data rate (network bandwidth)

The video bit rate for the AT-140GE in Continuous mode is:

Note1: depending on the packet size, the frame rate of 20.77 fps may not be achieved. It

may be reduced to 18 to 19 frames per seconds. This figure will depend of the system
configuration used (RESEND not possible)

 If Jumbo Frames (Max.16020) are not used, the packet data will be bigger by 2%.
 If Jumbo frames are used, the packet size may be automatically optimized to a smaller size.
 For details of setting Jumbo Frames, please refer to the “Getting Started Guide”.

9.2.3 Note for setting packet size

The packet size is set to 1476 as the factory default. Users may enter any value for the
packet size and the value will be internally adjusted to an appropriate, legal value that
complies with the GenICam standard. The packet size can be modified in the GigE Vision
Transport Layer Control section of the camera control tool.

Regarding data transfer rate, a larger packet size produces a slightly lower data transfer
rate. The AT-140GE can support a maximum of 16020 byte packets provided the NIC being
used has a Jumbo Frames function with a setting of a 16020 bytes or larger.

Caution: do not set the packet size larger than the maximum setting available in the

NIC or switch to which the camera is connected . Doing so will cause output
to be blocked.

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Item

Unit

Symbol

Image Width

[pixels]

A

Image Height

[pixels]

B

Bits per Pixel

[bits]

C

Frame Rate

[fps]

D

Packet Size

[Bytes]

E

Number of Packets (including Data Leader & Trailer
Packet)

[packets]

G

Data Transfer Rate

[Mbit/s]

J

Item

Unit

value

Data Leader Packet Size

[Bytes]

90

Data Trailer Packet Size

[Bytes]

62

J=｛90+62+(E+18)*(G-2)｝*8*D/1000000

Where, G=ROUNDUP{A*B*C/8/(E-36)}+2

Pixel format

Bit

RGB8

24

RGB10V1Packed

32

RGB10V2Packed

32

Item

Unit

Symbol

Setting

Image Width

[pixels]

A

1392

Image Height

[pixels]

B

1040

Bits per Pixel

[bits] C 24

Frame Rate

[fps]

D

20.77

Packet Size

[Bytes]

E

4036

Number of Packets (including Data Leader & Trailer
Packet)

[packets]

G

Transfer Data Rate

[Mbit/s]

J

9.2.4 Calculation of Data Transfer Rate

In order to calculate the data transfer rate, the following parameters and formula are
required.

Setting parameter

Fixed value

Formula to calculate Data Transfer Rate

The following table shows Bits per Pixel (Item C) which depends on the pixel format.

Calculation example: AT-140GE Pixel type RGB8

G=ROUNDUP {(1392 x 1024 x 24/ 8 / (4036-36)) + 2 = 1086 + 2 = 1088
J={90+62+(4036+18)x(1088-2)} x 8 x 20.77 / 1000000 = 732 Mbit/s

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Pixel Type

Frame rate at Full Frame scan[fps]

RGB8_Packed

Approx. 2

RGB10V1_Packed,RGB10V2_Packed

Approx.1.5

750 nm700650600550

50
0

450

4
0
0

Light

CCD

CCD

CCD

B ch
A/D & process circuit
Blemish compensation
Shading compensation
Color matrix
LUT/Gamma/Knee

GigE Interface

G ch
A/D & process circuit
Blemish compensation
Shading compensation
Color matrix
LUT/Gamma/Knee

R ch
A/D & process circuit
Blemish compensation
Shading compensation
Color matrix
LUT/Gamma/Knee

750 nm700650600550

50
0

450

4
0
0

750 nm700650600550

50

0

450

4
0
0

9.2.5 Note for 100BASE-TX connection

 In order to use 100Mbps network, 100BASE-TX and Full Duplex are available. Half

Duplex cannot be used.

 In the case of connecting on 100BASE-TX, the maximum packet size should be 1500

bytes.

 In the case the of connecting on 100BASE-TX, the specifications such as frame rate,

trigger interval and so on described in this manual cannot be satisfied.

Note: The above frame rates are based on approx. 70Mbps of total frame transfer data.

9.3. Basic Functions

9.3.1 Basic construction

The AT-140GE is a 3CCD camera equipped with F4, 1/2 inch prism optics. Red, green and blue
color signals are taken from each 1.45 mega CCD which are filtered to the red, green and
blue spectral wavelengths. A 32-bit microprocessor controls all functions in the AT-140GE
camera. The CCD sensor output is normalized in CDS and preamplifiers. The signals are then
digitized to 16 bits. Digital gain control, color matrix, look-up tables and setup can do signal
processing in 16 bits before the signal is converted to a 32- or 24-bit RGB pixel format via
GigE Vision interface.

Fig.21 Principle diagram for signal processing

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Fast-dump period

Fast-dump period

Normal scan period

9.3.2 Modes of operation

The AT-140GE has multiple operating modes including a normal continuous mode, triggered
modes and others. In the normal continuous mode, the camera runs at 20.77 frames per
second continuously. This is used for operation when a trigger signal is not required. There
are 5 triggered modes and the trigger signal is supplied via HIROSE 12-pin or D-Sub 9-pin
connectors. In the triggered modes, the frame rate is 20 fps.

 Normal continuous mode
 Edge pre-select trigger mode (EPS)
 Pulse width control trigger mode (PWC)
 Reset continuous trigger mode (RCT)
 EPS Sequential trigger mode
 Frame delay readout trigger mode (EPS and PWC)
 Smearless mode
 OB transfer mode
 Multi ROI mode

9.3.3 Partial scan (Fast Dump ON)

The partial scanning function uses the middle of the image vertically to achieve faster frame
rates. This is very useful when capturing and inspecting an image which does not require the
full height.

Full scan Partial Scan

Fig.22 Partial scan conceptual drawing

The partial scan mode for the AT-140GE is variable. The first line and the last line to be read
out can be set.

The variable scan readout is connected with the ROI settings.

1. If ROI is set, these settings are applied to the partial scan settings.

2. If the multi ROI feature is used, the smallest line number and the largest line number of
the multi ROI areas define the partial scan area.

3. When the sequence trigger is used, the situation is the same as for multi ROI. The smallest
line and the largest line define the partial scan.

In order to execute partial scanning, the fast dump setting should be ON.

The first line can be set anywhere from the 1st line to 1033rd line and the end line can be set
from the 8th line to 1040th line. This means the minimum height of the partial scan is 8 lines.

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Image Height

Image start line
/ end line

Minimum: 8 line Maximum: 1040 lines

Image starts at 1st line

Image starts at 1033rd line
This is in case image height is 8 line

1/8

1033

/1040

8 line

1040 lines

Fig.23 Variable Partial scan

 How to calculate total line number and frame rate in variable partial scan mode

Frame rate (fps) = Horizontal frequency(21.938KHz) / Total lines

Total lines = ①OB period + ②Fast Dump period in the upper part of the frame (L) +

③Effective image period (L) + ④Fast dump period in the lower part of frame

(L) + ⑤Blank period (L)

Where,

OB period = 4L (Fixed)

Blank period = 6L (Fixed)

Fast dump period for the upper part = Round up 󰇡
Fast dump period for the lower part = Roud up󰇡

4+Start line 1

1040End line +2

4

4

Calculation example
Readout: 1/2 partial scan at the center (520L), Start line (261), End line (780)

OB period = 4L
Blank period =6L

Fast dump period for the upper part = (4+261-1) ÷4 +1= 66 + 1=67  67
Fast dump period for the lower part = (1040-780+2) ÷ 4 =65.5  66

Total lines = 4+67+520+66 +6 = 663
Frame rate = 21.938/ 663 =33.08 fps

󰇢+ 1

󰇢

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Setting

Effective/total

Horizontal
Frequency

Frame rate

Off (No V Binning))

1040 /1056

21.938 KHz

20.77 frames/sec.

2:1 V Binning

520 / 530

17.447 KHz

32.92 frames /sec.

Mode

Read Out

Minimum shutter speed

Maximum
shutter speed

Continuous
Edge Pre-select

Full
Partial

22.8 µs at PE=0(1/43,000s)

45.58µs x
1056L=1 Frame
(48.13 ms)

V binning

28.7 μs at PE=0(1/35,000s)

Pulse Width

Full
Partial

45.58 µs x 2L+22.9 µs( 0.5L)=
114 µs （≒1/10,000s）(Note)

42 Frames

( 2 seconds )

V Binning

57.32 µs x 2L + 28.7 µs(0.5L)=

143.3µs （≒1/8.000s）(Note)

Note: In Pulse Width mode, the minimum trigger pulse width requires more than 2LVAL.

Horizontal Direction

Vertical Direction

Full

Full

1/2

Binning

Frame rate 25.21 fps

Frame rate 40.98 fps

Normal full scanning

2 line Vertical Binning

H

H

Horizontal CCD Register

S/H

Reset

Video

Out

Xsg1

Vertical CCD Register

Pixel

9.3.4 Vertical Binning (VB)

Vertical Binning mode is a function where the signal charges from 2 adjacent (vertical) pixels
are added together and read out as one pixel. Binning results in half vertical resolution but
higher frame rate and sensitivity. The charge accumulated in 2 adjacent lines is added
together in the horizontal CCD register. This is done by providing two pulses to the vertical
CCD register for each line read out. Vertical binning cannot be used together with partial
scanning.

Fig.24 Vertical Binning

9.3.5 Electronic shutter (SM)

The AT-140GE has the following shutter modes.

 Programmable Exposure (PE)

The setting command is PE and the exposure time can be controlled from 0L to 1056L in 1
LVAL units (45.58µs). Calculating actual shutter speed requires adding 0.5L to the

setting value. This is because there is 0.5L overhead.
The resulting range is from 0.5LVAL to 1056LVAL. Setting 1056L is Shutter OFF.
Programmable exposure can be set for R, G and B together or individually in EPS and RCT
modes.

The shutter speed for each operation mode is shown below.

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AT-140GE

FVAL

(1)

(3)

(1) In this period camera executes trigger at next LVAL (prevents feed-through noise)

(2) Avoid trigger at FVAL transition (+/- LVAL period), as the function may randomly

switch between “ next LVAL ” and “ immediate ”.

(2)

External Trigger

+/- 1 LVAL

(3)

In this period, camera executes trigger immediately ( no delay).

 Exposure Time Abs (GenICam

Standard)

This is a function specified in the GenICam standard.

The shutter speed can be entered as an absolute exposure time in microseconds (μs) in

register address 0xA018. The entered absolute time (Time Abs) is then converted to a
programmable exposure (PE) value inside the camera.

The calculating formula below shows the relationship between the PE value used by the
camera for the different readout modes and the value entered in register 0xA018.
Due to rounding (decimals rounded down), some discrepancies may occur.

The relation between PE value and Time Abs
Normal readout PE= INT (Exposure time – 64.13) µs / (1958/42954000)
Vertical Binning PE= INT (Exposure time – 84.13) µs / (2462/42954000)

(Note: INT means round down.)

Note :The minimum value in normal readout is 22.8µs.

 GPIO in combination with Pulse Width trigger

More precise exposure time can be obtained by using GPIO in combination with Pulse Width
mode. The clock generator and counter can be programmed in very fine increments.
For an example, refer to 7.5.1 GPIO Plus PWC shutter

 Auto shutter

The AT-140GE has an automatic shutter function which sets the video at an appropriate level
depending on illumination.

Auto shutter range : 1/25 sec to 1/250 sec

9.3.6 Auto-detect LVAL-sync / async accumulation

This function replaces the manual setting found in older JAI cameras. Whether accumulation
is synchronous or asynchronous in relation to LVAL depends on the timing of the trigger input.
When a trigger is received while FVAL is high (during readout), the camera works in LVAL­synchronous mode, preventing reset feed-through in the video signal. There is a maximum
jitter of one LVAL period from issuing a trigger and accumulation start.
When a trigger is received during FVAL low, the camera works in LVAL-asynchronous mode (no
delay) mode.

This applies to both Edge Pre-select (EPS) trigger mode and Pulse Width Control (PWC) trigger
mode.

Fig.25 Auto-detect LVAL sync/async accumulation

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Video Level

Video Level

Video Level

Video Level

Fig.26 Shading compensation

9.4. Pre-processing functions

9.4.1 Shading compensation

The AT-140GE implements a digital shading compensation
circuit for the white shading which could be caused in the
prism or optical system. The whole image is divided
horizontally and vertically and uses the center level as the
reference. The circuit will compensate the difference between
the center and each divided area. The range for compensation
is a maximum of 30%. In the factory, the shading compensation
is done under the following conditions and stored in the
“Factory” area of the memory.

Lens used: Kowa 12mm F1.8 to F16
F value: F5.6

Note: Conditions for lens used with AT-140GE

In order to get an appropriate picture, it is recommended to use 1/2 inch, 3CCD lenses.

Shading is dependent on F value and focal length. Using a wide angle lens or using the
lens fully open, will cause the shading characteristics to deteriorate.

The AT-140GE has two shading compensation circuits.

1. Color shading compensation

In this mode, the shading is compensated using the G channel as the reference.

Adjust R and B channels to match the characteristics of the G channel. Use white balance

to match R, G and B levels.

Fig.27 Conceptual drawing for color shading compensation

2. Flat shading compensation

In this mode, each channel can be adjusted to achieve flat characteristics.

Fig.28 Conceptual drawing for flat shading compensation

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Continuous

One push

Manual

Tracking range

4000K to 9,000K

4000K to 9,000K

4000K to 9,000K

Adjustable range

-6dB ～ +6dB

-6dB ～ +6dB

-6dB ～ +6dB

Store the setting value

No

Yes

Yes

8

8

Windousize X :2
Window size Y :2
Window offset X :3
Window offset Y : 3

Setting example

Fig.29 White balance measuring area

9.4.2 White balance

The AT-140GE has 4 white balance modes: manual balance, one push auto white balance,
continuous auto white balance and pre-set white balance.
The pre-set white balance can be set to 4000K, 4600K or 5600K.
The white balance of the AT-140GE is set under 7800K lighting in factory. When the camera is
started up at the first time, it is white balanced to 7800K and R and B gain settings are 0.

For executing the white balance, the entire image is
divided into 64 areas, 8 for horizontal and 8 for vertical.
The following drawing is an example of using a 2 x 2 area in the image center.

Note: In continuous mode, if the white part is not enough to make an adjustment, the white balance

may not achieve a proper white color.
Note: The completion of one push auto white requires a maximum of 5 seconds to complete.
Note: If the master gain is set less than 0dB, R and B gain can not be controlled up to -6dB. For

instance, if the master gain is set at -3dB, the saturation level of R and B gain is deteriorated

under 0dB.

9.4.3 Linear matrix

The AT-140GE incorporates a linear color matrix circuit to improve color reproduction.
As this circuit processes signals in the linear stage, before the gamma correction circuit, the
gamma circuit does not affect color reproduction.

This circuit has:

1. Linear OFF

2. sRGB Standard which HP and Microsoft specify for printers and monitors. This preset

is based on this standard.

3. Adobe RGB Standard which Adobe systems specify. This preset is based on this standard.

4. User User can manipulate R, G and B color relationships based on applications. Set
the gain for R-R, R-G, R-B, G-R, G-G, G-B, B-R, B-G, B-B to adjust.

Important Note:

If sRGB or Adobe RGB is used, please note the following procedure.

1) Achieve the white balance under the condition of D65 (6500K) illumination.

2) Gamma should be set at 0.45 and set the linear matrix at either sRGB or Adobe RGB.

3) Monitor should comply with sRGB or Adobe RGB color reproduction capability.

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CCD out

Analog Signal

Digital Out(32bit)

Digital Out(24bit)

Black

Setup 3.6%, 25mV

32LSB

8LSB

200mV

700mV

890LSB

222LSB

230mV↑

800mV

1023LSB

255LSB

Functions

Data length

Setting range

Knee Point

10bit

0LSB ～ 1023LSB

Knee Slope

12bit

0(x0.0005) ～ 4095(x2.0000)

Defective Pixel

Video Input

Video Output

Knee Slope

Knee Point

Analog Signal [mV]

Black Level

1023

890

32

0

25

700

Digital Out [LSB]

100% Level

White Clip Level

835

9.4.4 Blemish compensation

The AT-140GE has a blemish compensation circuit.
Blemish control has 0:OFF, 1:Black, 2:White and 3:Both. When 1, 2 or 3 is selected, the
stored factory data can be loaded.

Fig.30 Conceptual drawing for blemish compensation

9.4.5 Gamma setting (Look Up Table)

The AT-140GE has various gamma settings
including LUT (Look Up Table). Gamma can be
set OFF (1.0), 0.6, 0.45, or to exhibit
characteristics set using LUT.
The following shows the typical characteristics
in the case of gamma 0.6.

Fig.31. Gamma setting

9.4.6 Knee compensation

If the relation of input and output is linear (1:1), the
output signal is saturated at a certain level of the
input signal and details cannot be reproduced in the
saturated area. The knee compensation circuit
maintains linear output up to a knee point and
compresses the level after the knee point. This is set
by a knee slope function. The AT-140GE supports up
to 200% signal compression by knee slope. Factory
default is OFF.

Fig.32 Example of Knee characteristics

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Value

Description

0

OFF

4

Horizopntal Ramp Scale

5

Vertical Ramp Scale

6

Moving Ramp Scale

8

Normal Color Bar

9

Vertical Color Bar

10

Moving Color Bar

1 = Vertical 2 = Horizontal 3 = Both

9.5. Other functions

9.5.1 Test pattern generator (Address 0xA13C)

The AT-140GE has an internal test pattern generator. These signals are output as the last
process of the digital signal processing circuit and can be used for adjustment of the related
system. The AT-140GE has a total of 6 test pattern types.

9.5.2 Center marker

The AT-140GE is equipped with a center marker generator. The center marker can be
selected from three types as described below.

Note: The center marker is displayed only in full scan mode.

Fig.33 Center marker

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9.6. Sensor Layout and timing

blank

Read Out
(Vertical)

1050

Active Pixels

1392(H)x1040(V)

Optical Black Lines

Optical Black

1392

2

4

8

2

blank

1958 Clock

Read Out (Horizontal)

6

524

1434

1040

1056

9.6.1 CCD Sensor Layout

Fig.34 CCD sensor layout

AT-140GE

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D A TA O U T

D V AL

C CD Ou t

F VA L

S UB

S G

E E N

L V A L

X E E N

(Hi rose 12pi n)

Du mmy +
Bl a n k

OB

Re s e r v ed

OB

4 0 c k

Re s e r v ed

2

1 3 9 2 ck

1 4 3 4 ck

1392 ck

1958 ck

1434 ck 524 ck

1 ck=42.954 NHz (23.28 ns/ck)

1866 ck

86 ck

92

945 ck

859 ck

86

167

20 ck

524 ck

524 ck

2 ck

FVAL Rising Edge

FVAL Falling Edge

1 LVAL Period

Effective Pixels

Exposure Period

123

4 5

D A T A O U T

D V A L

L V A L

S U B

S G

F V A L

E E N

FVA L

LVA L

1 F V A L p e r i o d

E x p o s u r e
P e r i o d

X E E N

(Hir ose 12pi n)

10 56 L

10 50 L

6L

1L = 2134Cl ock ( 36. 79us)

8L

OB

R

e

s

e

r

v

e

d

E f f e ct i v e L i n es

10 40 L

Re s er ved

B l a nk

OB

1

0

4

0

1

0

3

9

1

0

3

8

1

0

3

7

1

0

3

6

6L

2

0.5L

9.6.2. Horizontal timing (Normal continuous mode)

Fig. 35 Horizontal timing

9.6.3 Vertical timing (Normal continuous mode)

Fig.36 Vertical timing for full scan

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D A TA O U T

D V AL

C CD Ou t

F VA L

S UB

S G

E E N

L V A L

X E E N

(Hi rose 12pi n)

Du mmy +
Bl a n k

OB

Re s e r v ed

OB

4 0 c k

Re s e r v ed

2

1 3 9 2 ck

1 4 3 4 ck

1392 ck

1958 ck

1434 ck 524 ck

1 ck=42.954 NHz (23.28 ns/ck)

1866 ck

86 ck

92

945 ck

859 ck

86

167

20 ck

524 ck

524 ck

2 ck

FVAL Rising Edge

FVAL Falling Edge

1 LVAL Period

Effective Pixels

Exposure Period

9.6.4 Horizontal timing (Partial scan mode)

Fig.37 Horizontal timing (Partial scan, the same as normal continuous)

9.6.5 Vertical timing (Partial scan mode)

Fig.38 Vertical timing (Example:1/8 partial scan setting)

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Partial scan

examples

Effective lines

Total lines

Horizontal
Frequency

Frame rate

2/3

692

792

21.938 KHz

27.69 fps

1/2

520

663

21.938 KHz

33.08 fps

1/4

260

468

21.938 KHz

46.87 fps

1/8

128

369

21.938 KHz

59.45 fps

D A TA O U T

D V AL

C CD Ou t

F VA L

S UB

S G

E E N

L V A L

X E E N

(Hi rose 12pi n)

Du mmy +

Bl a n k

OB

1 4 3 4

1 3 9 2

1 3 9 2
1 4 3 4

OB

2

9

c k

4

0 c k

2 9 c k

467

2462

1028

1 clock =42.954 MHz (23.28ns/Clock)

86

92

2370

86

1289(30μs)

1375

1028

1028

1 LVAL period

FVAL Rising Edge

FVAL Falling Edge

Effective Pixels

Exposure Period

9.6.6 Horizontal timing (Vertical binning mode)

Fig. 39 Horizontal timing for V binning.

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9.6.7 Vertical timing (vertical binning mode)

Fig.40 Vertical timing for V binning.

9.7. Operation Modes - Timing

9.7.1 Continuous operation

For applications not requiring asynchronous external triggering, this mode should be used. In
this mode it possible to use a lens with a video controlled iris.
For timing details, refer to fig.35. through fig.40.

To use this mode:
Set function: Exposure mode Continuous
Pixel format RGB8, 10V1, 10V2
Partial scan Fast dump ON, ROI
Vertical binning Binning vertical ON
Shutter mode Programmable, Exposure Time Abs,
Auto shutter

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Mode

Minimum trigger interval

LVAL Sync

1056L + 3L

LVAL Async

Exposure time + 1056L + 3L

Smearless is ON

Smearless time(352L) + Maximum exposure time +1056L + 3L

Note: 1) On the above table, 1056L is FVAL interval on normal continuous mode

2) In the vertical binning mode, 1L is different from the normal scanning. So, the minimum
trigger interval will be different.

9.7.2 Edge Pre-select Trigger Mode (EPS)

An external trigger pulse initiates the capture, and the exposure time (accumulation time) is
the fixed shutter speed set by programmable exposure or Exposure Time Abs. The
accumulation can be automatically set either LVAL synchronous or LVAL asynchronous in
relation to FVAL and trigger timing.
The resulting video signal will start to be read out after the selected shutter time.

For timing details, refer to fig35 . through fig43 .

To use this mode:
Set function: Exposure mode Edge pre-select
Pixel format RGB8, 10V1, 10V2
Partial scan Fast dump ON, ROI

Vertical binning Binning vertical ON
Shutter mode Programmable, Exposure Time Abs
GPIO setting

Important notes on using this mode

 Active Trigger pulse >2 LVAL to <1 FVAL
 Minimum Trigger interval is shown in the following table.

Fig.41 Edge Pre-select.

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EPS timing LVAL sync details

1. 5L

DATA out

t1+1L( Max)

FVAL

EEN

LVAL

XEEN

( Hir ose 12pi n)

13. 5L

Ext. Trigger

Exposure Period

Exposure Delay

Data Out Delay

Exposure Period

DATA out

1 to 2L

Ext. Tri g

FVAL

EEN

LVAL

XEEN

( Hir ose 12pi n)

9. 7us

13 to 14L

Exposure

Exposure Period

Exposure delay

Data Out Delay

AT-140GE

Fig.42 Edge Pre-select LVAL SYNC details

EPS timing LVAL async details

Fig.43 Edge Pre-select LVAL ASYNC details

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Mode

Minimum trigger interval

LVAL Sync

1.Exposure time < 1056L
1056L + 3L

2.Exposure time ≥ 1056L
Exposure time +2L

LVAL aSync

Exposure time + 1056L + 3L

Smearless is ON

Smearless time (352L) + Exposure time + 1056L + 3L

Note: 1) On the above table, 1252L is FVAL interval in normal continuous mode

2) In the vertical binning mode, 1L is different from the normal scanning. So, the minimum

trigger interval will be different.

9.7.3 Pulse Width Control Trigger Mode

In this mode the accumulation time is equal to the trigger pulse width. Here it is possible to
have a long time exposure. The accumulation can be automatically set either LVAL
synchronous or LVAL asynchronous in relation to FVAL and trigger timing. The maximum
recommended exposure time is <2 seconds.
The resulting video signal will start to be read out after the trigger’s rising edge.

For timing details, refer to fig.35 through fig.40 and fig.44 through fig.46 .

To use this mode:
Set function: Exposure mode Pulse width control
Pixel format RGB8, 10V1, 10V2
Partial scan Fast Dump ON, ROI
Vertical binning Binning vertical ON
GPIO settings

Important notes on using this mode

 Trigger pulse width >2 LVAL to <2 seconds.
 Minimum trigger interval is shown in the following table.

Fig.44 Pulse Width Control.

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PWC timing - LVAL sync details

Data out Del ay

Del ay of Expos ur e St ar t

( Expos ur e)

DATA out

1 t o 2L

Ext . Tri g

FVAL

EEN

LVAL

Exposur e Pr i od

Del ay of Expos ur e End

XEEN

( Hi r ose 12pi n)

9. 7us

13 t o 14L

29.7us

AT-140GE

Fig.45 Pulse Width Control LVAL SYNC details

PWC timing - LVAL async details

Fig.46 Pulse Width Control LVAL ASYNC Details

Note: In PWC mode, if a smearless function is ON, the real exposure time is the period which the smearless period

(352L) is deducted from the trigger active period. If the input trigger pulse width is shorter than 352L,
accumulation does not occur.

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To use this mode:

Set function:

Exposure mode

RCT

Pixel format

RGB 8, 10V1, 10V2

Partial scan

Fast Dump ON, ROI

Vertical binning

Binning vertical ON

Shutter mode

Programmable, Exposure Time Abs

GPIO settings

Mode

Minimum trigger interval

LVAL Async

Smearless time(265L) + Maximum exposure time +1252L + 3L

Note: 1) On the above table, 1252L is FVAL interval on normal continuous mode

2) In the vertical binning mode, 1L is different from the normal scanning. So, the minimum

trigger interval will be different.

D V A L

D A T A O UT

Co n t i n uo u s D at a T r i g g er e d Da t a

Co n t i n uo u s D at a

L V A L

S U B

S G

F V A L

E x t . T r i g

Camera Li nk

Hi g h S p e ed
Tr a n s f er

Mi n . 2L

E E N

E x p o s u r e
P e r i o d

X E E N

(H irose 12pin)

Smear less (352L)

1L=1958 Clock (45.58 μs)

9.7.4 Reset Continuous Trigger (RCT)

The RCT mode operates like EPS (Edge Pre-select) mode with smearless function. An
external trigger pulse will immediately stop the video read out, reset and restart the
exposure, then operate as normal mode until the next trigger. After the trigger pulse is
input, a fast dump read out is performed. In the AT-140GE, this period is 16.04ms which is
352L. The exposure time is determined by the pre-set shutter speed. If no further trigger
pulses are applied, the camera will continue in normal mode and the video signal is not
output. The fast dump readout has the same effect as “smearless readout”. Smear above
bright areas is reduced for the trigger frame. The reset continuous trigger mode makes it
possible to use triggering in conjunction with a lens with video controlled iris.
RCT mode is available only in LVAL asynchronous.

Important notes on using this mode

 Active Trigger pulse >2 LVAL to <1 FVAL
 Minimum Trigger interval is shown in the following table.

Fig.47 RCT mode

Note: In this mode, if the next trigger is input while the data is read out, the data can be immediately transferred.

The minimum trigger interval should be kept.

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ID

ROI

Shutter

Gain

Repeat

For each ID

(1 to 50)

Width

Height

Offset X

1

1392

1040 0 1

1056 0 1

2

1392

1040 0 1

1056 0 1

3

1392

1040 0 1

1056 0 1

4

1392

1040 0 1

1056 0 1

5

1392

1040 0 1

1056 0 1

6

1392

1040 0 1

1056 0 1

7

1392

1040 0 1

1056 0 1

8

1392

1040 0 1

1056 0 1

9

1392

1040 0 1

1056 0 1

10

1392

1040 0 1

1056 0 1

Sequence 1 Sequence 4Sequence 3Sequence 2

9.7.5 Sequential Trigger Mode (EPS)

This mode allows the user to define a preset sequence of up to 10 images, each with its own
ROI, Shutter and Gain values. As each trigger input is received, the image data with the
preset sequence is output as described below.

Trigger

Sequence
Operation

Fig.48 Sequential Trigger Mode

Signals added to a trigger can be selected by 0xB060 Camera Trigger Selector in the register
map via GPIO. The camera will function on the rising edge of the trigger and Negative or
Positive should be determined accordingly.

The following default settings can be modified by the user to define a sequence.

The following registers are used to configure the sequence.

0xC0F4 Sequence Repetitions (Number of Repetitions – note: 0 = repeat indefinitely)
0xC0F8 Sequence Ending Position (Ending Position)
0xC0F0 Sequence Reset Command (1 only)
0xB060 Selection for camera trigger 0
0xA040 Trigger mode selection and 0x09 for Sequential PS mode

Example of settings

Setting: Repeat 5 times from ID 1 through ID 8

0xC0F4 Set to 0x05
0xC0F8 Set to 0x08
0xB060 For instance, 12p #6 for Optical IN 1
0xA040 Sequential PS (9)
0xA604 Set video sending flag to1 for start
0xA604 Set video sending flag to 0 for stop
Please refer to the detailed register description on the Camera Register Map which is included
in the SDK.

Important Notes:

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Exposure

CCD　output

Store in GigE

memory

Max. 4 frames

GigE output

#1 frame

GigE output

#4 frame

Trigger　0

CCD Surface

CCD transfer path

GigE memory

Trigger　１

RJ45 output

 Minimum trigger interval is; Exposure time + 1056L(FVAL on normal scan) + 1L

 In order to operate this mode, it is recommended to set the shutter speed first at a smaller

value and then a bigger value.

 Do not input the trigger signal right after the sequence is reset. At least, 500ms duration is

needed. This may cause malfunction.

 ROI can be set for horizontal direction by 8 pixels increment. For vertical direction, it is 1

pixel increment.

9.7.6 Delayed Readout EPS and PWC Modes (EPS and PWC)

This mode can be used to delay the transmission of a captured image. When several cameras
are triggered simultaneously and connected to the same GigE interface, it allows the cameras
to be read out in sequence, preventing congestion.

The image data is not transmitted directly by the trigger 0 and is stored in the memory
located at the Ethernet Interface. By the falling edge of the soft trigger 1, the image data is
output.
The AT-140GE has up to 4 frames to store, and the stored image data can be output at the
consecutive timing of trigger 1.
This mode can work in EPS mode and PWC mode.

Fig.49 Delayed Read Out Mode

Example of setting

0xA040 PS Delayed Readout (0x17)
0xB060 Trigger 0 select, e.g. 0x04 OPT IN 1
0xB-064 Trigger 1 select, e.g. 0x05 OPT IN 2

For the details of Registers, please refer to the Camera Register Map which is included in the
SDK.

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9.7.7 Smearless mode

This function can be used to reduce the smear coming from bright areas of the image. This is
effective for both EPS and PWC trigger modes. Before accumulation starts, the charge that is
stored in the pixel is dumped by a high-speed transfer. This can reduce the smear that
appears above the bright area but the smear below the area is unaffected.
At the falling edge of the trigger pulse the high speed transfer starts. This period is 16.04ms
which is 352L. Thereafter the residual charge in the horizontal CCD register is read out in 1L
and the new exposure starts. This function is available for both full scan and partial scan.

Fig.50 Smearless mode

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OB Transfer Mode OFF

OB Transfer Mode ON

Normal Scan
1 1024
1

1040

1 1392 1408
1

1040

Fast Dump
(Partial Scan)

1 1392
1

1 1392 1408
1

Vertical
Binning

1 1392
1

520

1 1392 1408
1 16 e

520

16 pixels
for
horizontal
are added

16 pixels
for
horizontal
are added

16 pixels
for
horizontal
are added

9.7.8 Optical Black transfer mode

It is possible for the user to decide whether the optical black (OB) portion of the image will
be transferred or not. The optical black part can be used for black reference in the
application software. Setting register 0xA41C turns the optical black transfer ON or OFF. The
default condition is OFF.

Note: The menu for ON or OFF of OB transfer mode is found in the Image Format Control
section of the JAI SDK Camera Control Tool.

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ID

Mode

Shutter

Programmable/

Exposure Abs

Auto
shutter

V
Binning

Partial

scan

Smear

less

Multi

ROI

LVAL

Sync/

Async

Auto Iris

output

0x00

Continuous

○

○ ○ ○ × ×

---

○

0x01

EPS

○

× ○ ○ ○ ○

Auto

×

0x02

PWC

---

× ○ ○ ○ ○

Auto

×

0x04

RCT

○

○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Async

only

○

0x09

Sequential

EPS

○

× ○ ○ ○ ×

Auto

×

0x11

EPS
Delayed
readout

○

× ○ ○ ○ ×

Auto

×

0x12

PWC

Delayed

Readout

---

× ○ ○ ○ ×

Auto

×

ROI
1

ROI 2

ROI
3

ROI 4

ROI 5

Partial scan area

9.7.9 Multi ROI mode (Multi Region of Interest)

In this trigger mode, up to 5 ROIs located on one image can be output by one trigger input.
By using this mode, the data stream can be smaller. Each ROI can be overlapped.

Please note that if the accumulated data size is bigger than the data size of 1 frame, the
frame rate will be reduced.
As explained in section 9.3.3, a partial scan mode is associated with ROI and in the case of
figure 51, the start line of ROI 2 and the end line of ROI 4 would define a partial scan area.

Fig. 51 Multi ROI conceptual drawing

9.8. Mode and functions matrix

Note: 1. Trigger mode can be set by writing ID value in register 0xA040.

2. In trigger modes from ID 0x09 to ID 0x12, if trigger mode is changed, set “Acquisition Stop”
and then set continuous mode(ID 0x00) first and change to required trigger mode. For
instance, it is not possible to change directly from ID 0x09 sequential EPS mode to 0x11 EPS
delayed readout mode.

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10. External Appearance and Dimensions

Note: Rear protrusion on C-mount lens must be less than 4.0mm

Fig. 52 Outline

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11. Specifications

400

500 600

700

100

80

60

40

20

AT-140GE Camera Sensitivity Response

Wave length (nm)

Relative Sensitivity Response (%)

11.1. Camera sensitivity response

AT-140GE

Fig.53 AT-140GE Camera Sensitivity response

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11.2. Specification table

Specifications

AT-140GE

Optical system

1/2 inch F4.0 prism

Scanning system

Progressive

Synchronization

Int. X-tal

Frame rate full frame

20.77 frames/second (1056 lines per frame)

Pixel clock

42.954 MHz

Line frequency

V binning

21.938 kHz (1958 clk per line)

17.447 kHz (2462 clk per line)

CCD sensors

3 x 1/2” IT CCD on prism. Sony ICX267AL

Sensing area

6.47 (h) x 4.84 (v) mm 1/2 inch diagonal

Cell size

4.65 (h) x 4.65 (v) m

Active pixels

1392 (h) x 1040 (v)

Pixels in video output full

2/3 partial(reference value)

1/2 partial(reference value)
1/4 partial(reference value)
1/8 partial(reference value)

Variable partial

V binning

1392 (h) x 1040 (v) 20.77 fps. (1056 lines per frame)

1392 (h) x692 (v) 27.69 fps (792 lines per frame)
1392 (h) x 520 (v) 33.08 fps. (663 lines per frame)
1392 (h) x 260 (v) 46.87 fps. (468 lines per frame)

1392 (h) x 128 (v) 59.45 fps. (369 lines per frame)

Programmable start line and height, start line 1 to 1033, height 8 to 1040

1392 (h) x 520 (v) 32.92 fps. (530 lines per frame)

Sensitivity (on sensor)

(minimum)

1.0 Lux, max gain, 50% video

S/N ratio

>50 dB. (On Green)

Digital Video outputs.

GigE®Vision 8bit, 10 bit

Pixel format: RGB 8, RGB 10V1, RGB 10 V2

Iris video output

0.7 V p-p, 75  NUM luminance signal w/o Sync

Inputs

HIROSE 12 pin: OPT x 2

HIROSE 6 pin : TTL/75Ω x 1, LVDS x 1

Outputs

HIROSE 12 pin: OPT x 2

HIROSE 6 pin: XEEN output 4 V p-p from 75  source (TTL/75Ω)

GPIO Module

Input/Output switch
Clock Generator (one)
Pulse generator (two)

Configurable 14-in / 10-out switch

12 bit counter based on pixel clock

20-bit counter programmable for length, start point, stop point , repeat

Gain
Gain range

Manual for all 3 colors

Master -3 to +12 dB. R and B –6 to +6 dB (0.035dB step)

White balance
Tracking range

Manual/one push, continuous, preset(4000K, 4600K,5600K)

-6 to +6 dB. (4000K to 9000K)

White balance setting in factory: 7800K (R and B gain settings=0)

Gamma

1.0 (OFF) , 0.6, 0.45 or LUT (Look Up Table)

Knee correction

Knee point and knee slope for R, G and B channel

Linear Matrix

Manual for R, G and B / Preset (sRGB, Adobe RGB)

Noise reduction

ON / OFF

Shading Compensation

ON /OFF

Blemish Compensation

ON / OFF

Trigger modes

Edge Pre-select, Pulse Width Control, Reset continuous, Sequential EPS,

EPS/PWC delayed readout

Shutter speed

Programmable exposure

Exposure Abs

Auto shutter

0.5L(22.8µs) to 1056L(48.13ms) , increment by 1L
25µs to 48136µs

1/20s to 1/250s

Pulse Width Control

2L to 44352L

LVAL accumulation

SYNC/ASYNC auto detect

Smear less mode

Available for EPS and PWC

OB transfer mode

ON / OFF

Event message

Exposure start, Exposure end, Trigger IN, Video start, Video end, GPIO status

Video output connector

RJ-45 x 1

Control interface

Gigabit Ethernet (IEEE802.3, ATA GigE Vision Standard)

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Specifications

AT-140GE

Functions controlled via GigE
Vision Interface

Shutter, gain, black Level, trigger mode, readout mode,

GPIO setup, ROI (GenICam mandatory functions)

GigE Vision Streaming Control

Packet size, delayed (frame) readout, inter-packet delay

Jumbo frame can be set at max. 16K (16020), default packet size is 1476 bytes.

Operating temperature

-5C to +45C.

Humidity

20 - 80% non-condensing

Storage temp./humidity

-25C to 60C./20% - 80% non-condensing

Vibration

3 G (15 Hz – 200 Hz in XYZ)

Shock

50 G

Regulations

CE (EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3), FCC part 15 class B, RoHS

Power

10.8V to 26.4V DC. 0.61 A (Typical , Full frame ,12V input)

0.68 A (Typical ,1/8 partial, +12V input)

Lens mount

C-mount (Rear protrusion on C mount must be less than 4mm)

The lens used should be designed for 3CCD cameras.

Flange back

17.526mm, Tolerance +0 to –0.05mm

Optical axis

Center 0.1mm

Dimensions

55 x 55 x 98.3 mm (HxWxD)

Weight

320g

Note: 1) Partial scan and vertical binning can not be used at the same time. Partial scan has priority.

2) Above specifications are subject to change without notice

3) Specifications are valid after a 30 min. warm up period.

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Image Format Control

Address

Display Name
(JAI Control Tool)

GenICam name

Read /
Write

Size

Value / Range of value

Description

Default
value

0xA400

Width Max

WidthMax

R 4 1024

Width max

1024

0xA404

Height Max

HeightMax

R 4 768

Height max

768

0xA410

Pixel Format

PixelFormat

RW

4

0x02180014
0x0220001C
0x0220001D

RGB8Packed

RGB10V1Packed

RGBV10V2Packed

RGB 8

0xA500

ROI Mode

ROIMode

RW

4

1 to 5

1:ROI disable
2 to 5: Enable

1

0xA504

ROI 1 Width

Width

RW

4

8 - 1392

Width

W.Max

0xA508

ROI 1 Height

Height

RW

4

8 – 1040

Height

H.Max

0xA50C

ROI 1 Offset X

OffsetX

RW

4

0 – 1384

Horizontal offset

0

0xA510

ROI 1 Offset Y

OffsetY

RW

4

0 – 1032

Vertical offset

0

0xA514

ROI 2 Width

Width2

RW

4

8 - 1392

Width 2

W.Max

0xA518

ROI 2 Height

Height2

RW

4

8 – 1040

Height 2

H.Max

0xA51C

ROI 2 Offset X

OffsetX2

RW

4

0 – 1384

Offset X2

0

0xA520

ROI 2 Offset Y

OffsetY2

RW

4

0 – 1032

Offset Y2

0

0xA524

ROI 3 Width

Width3

RW

4

8 - 1392

Width 3

W.Max

0xA528

ROI 3 Height

Height3

RW

4

8 – 1040

Height 3

H.Max

0xA52C

ROI 3 Offset X

OffsetX3

RW

4

0 – 1384

Offset X3

0

Device Information

Address

Display Name
(JAI Control Tool)

GenICam name

Read /
Write

Size

Value / Range of value

Description

Default
value

0x0048

Device Vendor Name

DeviceVendoeName

R

32

Manufacture of this device

0x0068

Device Model Name

DeviceModelName

R

32

Model Name of this device

0x0088

Device Version

DeviceVersion

R

32

Version of this device

0x00A8

Device Manufacturer
Info

DeviceManufacturerInfo

R

48

Provides extended
manufacturer information
about the device.

0x00D8

Device ID

DeviceID

R

16

Camera serial number

0x00E8

Device User ID

DeviceUserID

RW

16

User assignable string (16
Byte)

0xA714

FPGA version

DeviceFPGAVersion

R 4

0xA640

Device Reset

DeviceReset

W 4 Command=1

0xA1FC

Temperature

Temperature

R 4 0.0625° step

-55 ℃ ～ 150 ℃

Register Map

The table below provides detailed information for the hardware registers used for controlling
the camera and obtaining information on the status of the camera. The content of this
register map is also found in the XML file, as stipulated by the GenICam standard.

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0xA530

ROI 3 Offset Y

OffsetY3

RW

4

0 – 1032

Offset Y3

0

0xA534

ROI 4 Width

Width4

RW

4

8 - 1392

Width 4

W.Max

0xA538

ROI 4 Height

Height4

RW

4

8 – 1040

Height 4

H.Max

0xA53C

ROI 4 Offset X

OffsetX4

RW

4

0 – 1384

Offset X4

0

0xA540

ROI 4 Offset Y

OffsetY4

RW

4

0 – 1032

Offset Y4

0

0xA544

ROI 5 Width

Width5

RW

4

8 - 1392

Width 5

W.Max

0xA548

ROI 5 Height

Height5

RW

4

8 – 1040

Height 2

H.Max

0xA54C

ROI 5 Offset X

OffsetX5

RW

4

0 – 1384

Offset X 5

0

0xA550

ROI 5 Offset Y

OffsetY5

RW

4

0 – 1032

Offset Y 5

0

0xA080

Fast Dump

FastDumpEnable

RW 4

For enabling variable
partial scan

0xA084

Binning Vertical

BinningVertical

RW

4

1=Binning OFF
2=1/2 V Binning

1

0xA13C

Test Image Selector

TestImageSeleector

RW

4

0=OFF
4=H Rmap Scale
5=V Ramp Scale
6= Moving Ramp Scale
8=Normal Color bar
9=Vertical Color Bar
10=Moving Color Bar

0

0xA41C

OB Transfer Enable

OBTransferEnable

RW 4

Acquisition and Trigger Control

Address

Display Name
(JAI Control Tool)

GenICam name

Read /
Write

Size

Value / Range of value

Description

Default
value

0xA604

Acquisition Mode

AcquisitionMode

RW

4

0=Stop 1=Start

Acquisition start and stop

0

0xA414

Acquisition frame rate

AcquisitionFrameRate

RW

4

0=Full speed
1=1/2 speed
2=1/4 speed
3=1/8 speed

0

0xA000

Shutter mode

ShutterMode

RW

4

1= Programmable
exposure in line
2=Programmable
exposure(us)
3=Auto Exposure
Constantly

Sets exposure time for
image capture.

1

0xA008

Exposure Time Raw

ExposureTimeRaw

RW

4

0 to 1056(OFF)

Flexible setting of exposure
time ranging from 25 µs to

48.136 ms using the LVAL
period (L) as increment. 1L
is 45.58us.

1056

0xA018

Exposure Time (us)

ExposureTimeAbs

RW 4 25 to 48136( OFF)

Actual exposure time in
microseconds, µs.
The camera will round
value off to match LVAL
increments.

48136

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0xA020

Exposure Time (us) to
Red

ExposureTimeAbsRed

RW 4 25 to 48136( OFF)

Set exposure time by micro
second (for R channel)

48136

0xA024

Exposure Time (us) to
Green

ExposureTimeAbsGreen

RW 4 25 to 48136( OFF)

Set exposure time by micro
second (for G channel)

48136

0xA028

Exposure Time (us) to
Blue

ExposureTimeAbsBlue

RW 4 25 to 48136( OFF)

Set exposure time by micro
second (for B channel)

48136

0xA030

Auto exposure value

AutoExposureValue

R 4

Exposure time on Auto
exposure mode

0xA040

Exposure Mode

ExposureMode

RW

4

00=Continuous trigger
01=Edge pre-select
02=Pulse-width control
04=RCT mode

09=Sequential EPS
trigger
17=Delayed readout EPS
trigger
18=Delayed readout
PWC trigger
32=PIV mode 1
64=PIV mode 2
128=PIV mode 3

0

0xB060

Camera Trigger 0

CameraTrigger0

Trigger Source
Bit31 ~ Bit25

Bit24:Trigger Activation
0=Rising Edge(Active

High)
1=Falling Edge(Active

Low)

Trigger Source
127=OFF
9=Line4-OpticalIn 1
10=Line5-optical In 2
12=Line6-TTL In 1
13=Line7-TTL In 2
11=Line8-LVDS In
16=Pulse Generator0
17=Pulse Generator1
20=User Output 0
(Software trigger 0)
21=User Output1
(Software trigger10)
22=User Output 2
(software trigger 2)
23=User Output 3
(Software trigger 3)

Add 0x80 makes「Active
Low」

127

0xB064

Camera Trigger 1

CameraTrigger1

0xB0A0

Time Stamp Reset Trigger

TimeStampReset

0xB0A4

Sequence Table Reset
Trigger

SequenceTableReset

0xA04C

Smearless Enable

SmearlessEnable

RW 4 0:OFF 1:ON

0xA048

LVAL Sync/Async
Accumulation

LVALSyncAccumulation

RW 4 0=Auto 1:Sync 2=Async

Video Control

Address

Display Name
(JAI Control Tool)

GenICam name

Read /
Write

Size

Value / Range of value

Description

Default
value

0xA050

Analog All

AnalogAll

RW

4

-89 ～ 341

Analog all
‐89(－3dB) 341(＋12dB)
1 step=0.0358dB
Value 0＝0dB

0

0xA054

Analog Red

AnalogRed

RW

4

-200 ～ 200

Analog all
‐200(－6dB) 200(＋6dB)
1 step=0.0358dB
Value 0＝0dB

0

0xA058

Analog Blue

AnalogBlue

RW

4

-200 ～ 300

Analog all
‐200(－6dB) 200(＋6dB)
1 step=0.0358dB

0

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Value 0＝0dB

0xA0A0

Digital Gr

DigitalGr

RW

4

0 ～ 65535

8192(-6dB) 32768 (+6dB)
Value 32768 = 0dB

32768

0xA0A4

Digital Gb

DigitalGb

RW

4

0 ～ 65535

8192(-6dB) 32768 (+6dB)
Value 32768 = 0dB

32768

0xA0A8

Digital Red

DigitalRed

RW

4

0～ 65535

8192(-6dB) 32768 (+6dB)
Value 32768 = 0dB

32768

0xA0AC

AGC Area

AGCArea

RW

4

Bit 16-19 AGC Area Size
X
Bit 24-27 AGC Area Size
Y
Bit 20-23 AGC Area
Offset X
Bit 28-31 AGC Area
Offset Y

Min.1- Max.8

Min.1- Max.8

Min.0- Max.7

Min.0- Max. 7

0xA0B0

Gain Auto

GainAuto

RW

4

0=OFF
1=continuous

0

0xA0B4

AGC Reference

AGCReference

RW 4 0 to 8191

Reference value for AGC
and Auto shutter

0

0xA0B8

AGC Speed

AGCSpeed

RW

4

0=Slow
1=Standard
2=Fast

1

0xA0C8

Auto Gain Value

AutoGainValue

RO 4

Indicate gain value

0xA150

Black Level Selector(ALL)

BlackLevelRaw[DigitalALL
] R W

4

0 to 1023

0xA154

Black Level
Selector(Digital Red)

BlackLevelRaw[DigitalR]

R
W

4

0 to 1023

0xA158

Black Level
Selector(Digital Green)

BlackLevelRaw[DigitalG]

R
W

4

0 to 1023

0xA15C

Black Level
Selector(Digital Blue)

BlackLevelRaw[DigitalB]

R
W

4

0 to 1023

0xA0C0

Balance White Auto

BalanceWhiteAuto

RW

4

0=Manual or one push
1=Continuous
2=3200K
3=4600K
4=5600K

0xA0D0

Balance White Auto Once

BalanceWhiteAutoOnce

W 4 Command=0

0 only

0xA0D8

Status of video processing

StatusOfProcessing

R

4

0=Complete
successfully
1=Busy
2=Too high level
3=Too low level
4=Time-out error
5=Reaching a limit of
Feature’s value
6=Inappropriate trigger
mode

For auto white balance,
Exposure Mode should be
0=Continuous.

0xA0D4

AWB Area Enable

AWBAreaEnable

RW

4

Bit 16-19 AWB Area Size
X
Bit 24-27 AWB Area Size
Y
Bit 20-23 AWB Area
Offset X
Bit 28-31 AWB Area
Offset Y

Min.1- Max.8

Min.1- Max.8

Min.0- Max.7

Min.0- Max. 7

0xA17C

Color Matrix Mode

ColrMatrixMode

RW

4

0=Linear
3=User Set

0xA180

Matrix RR

MatrixRR

RW

4

-2048 ～ 2047

1024

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0xA184

Matrix RG

MatrixRG

RW

4

-2048 ～ 2047

0 0xA188

Matrix RB

MatrixRB

RW

4

-2048 ～ 2047

0 0xA18C

Matrix GR

MatrixGR

RW

4

-2048 ～ 2047

0

0xA190

Matrix GG

MatrixGG

RW

4

-2048 ～ 2047

1024

0xA194

Matrix GB

MatrixGB

RW

4

-2048 ～ 2047

0

0xA198

Matrix BR

MatrixBR

RW

4

-2048 ～ 2047

0

0xA19C

Matrix BR

MatrixBG

RW

4

-2048 ～ 2047

0 0xA1A0

Matrix BB

MatrixBB

RW

4

-2048 ～ 2047

1024

Digital Processing

Address

Display Name
(JAI Control Tool)

GenICam name

Read /
Write

Size

Value / Range of value

Description

Default
value

0xA0F0

Gamma Set(RGB)

GammaSet[RGB]

RW

4

0=OFF 1=0.45
2=0.6 3=LUT

0

0xA11C

Shading Correction
Enable

ShadingCorrectionEnable

RW

4

0=OFF
1=On

0

0xA120

Shading Correction Mode

ShadingCorrectionMode

R

4

0=Flat shading
1=Color shading

0xA128

Blemish Reduction Enable

BlemishReductionEnable

RW

4

0=Disable
1=Black blemish
2=White blemish
3=Both blemish

0

0xA130

Perform Flat Shading
Calibration

PerformFlatShadingCalibr
ation

WO

4
Command=0

Perform Color Shading
Calibration

PerformColrShadingCalibr
ation

Command=1

0x10000
|
0x10236

Shading Data Selector
(Red)

ShadingDataSelector[Red
_Mono]

R

4

0 ～ 65535

Index=0～566

0

0x11000
|
0x11236

Shading Data Selector
(Green)

ShadingDataSelector[Gree
n]

R

4

0 ～ 65535

Index=0～566

0

0x12000
|
0x12236

Shading Data Selector
(Blue)

ShadingDataSelector[Blue
]

R

4

0 ～ 65535

Index=0～566

0

0xA138

Perform Black Blemish
Reduction Calibration

PerformBlackBlemishCali
bration

W

4
Command=0

Perform White Blemish
Reduction Calibration

PerformWhiteBlemishCali
bration

Command=1

0x13000
|
0x1307
C

Black Blemish of Red

BlackBlemishRed

RW

4

0 ～ 4294967295

Index=0～31

0

0x13080
|
0x130F
C

White Blemish of Red

WhiteBlemishRed

RW

4

0 ～ 4294967295

Index=0～31
0

0x13100
|
0x1317
C

Black Blemish of Green

BlackBlemishGreen

RW

4

0 ～ 4294967295

Index=0～31

0

0x13180
|
0x131F
C

White Blemish of Green

WhiteBlemishGreen

RW

4

0 ～ 4294967295

Index=0～31
0

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0x13200
|
0x1327
C

Black Blemish of Blue

BlackBlemishBlue

RW

4

0 ～ 4294967295

Index=0～31

0

0x13280
|
0x132F
C

White Blemish of Blue

WhiteBlemishBlue

RW

4

0 ～ 4294967295

Index=0～31
0

0xA1A4

Knee Enable

KneeEnable

RW 4 0=OFF 1=ON

0

0xA1AC

Knee Slope (Red)

KneeSlope[Red]

RW 4 0 – 16383

2347

0xA1B0

Knee Slope (Green)

KneeSlope[Green]

RW 4 0 – 16383

2347

0xA1B4

Knee Slope (Blue)

KneeSlope[Blue]

RW 4 0 – 16383

2347

0xA1BC

Knee point(Red)

KneePoint[Red]

RW 4 0 - 32767

6864

0xA1C0

Knee point(Green)

KneePoint[Green]

RW 4 0 - 32767

6864

0xA1C4

Knee point(Blue)

KneePoint[Blue]

RW 4 0 - 32767

6864

0xA1D0

Noise Reducer

NoiseReducer

RW 4 0=OFF 1=ON

0xA1D4

Noise Reducer Threshold

NoiseReducerThershold

RW

4

0 ～ 255

0xA1E0

Center Marker

CenterMarker

RW

4

Bit25:Center Marker
Red enable
Bit26:Centern Marker
Green enable
Bit27:Center Marker
Blue ebnable

Bit 8-31
0=Normal
1=Vertical Bar
2=Horizontal Bar
3=Both

Digital IO

Address

Display Name
(JAI Control Tool)

GenICam name

Read /
Write

Size

Value / Range of value

Description

Default
value

0xA600

User Output Selector

UserOutputSelector

RW

4

Bit31=User Output 0
Bit30:User Output 1
Bit29:User output 2
Bit28:User Output 3
0=Low 1=HIGH

This was called Software
Trigger.

0

0xB070

Line Selector
Line1-TTL Out 1

Line1

RW

4

Line Source

Bit31 ~ Bit25

Bit24:Line Inverter
0=False (Active High)
1=True(Active Low)

Line Source

127:OFF
1:LVAL
3:DVAL
5:FVAL
7:EEN
9:Line4-Ooptical In 1
10:Line5-Optical In 2
11:Line8-LVDS IN
12:Line6-TTL In 1
16:Pulse Generator 0
17:Pulse Generator 1
20:User Output 0
21:User Output 1
22:User Output 2
23:User Output 3

0xB078

Line Selector
Line2-Optical Out 1

Line2

RW 4

0xB07C

Line Selector
Line3-Optical Out 2

Line3

RW 4

0xB080

Line Selector
Line4-Optical In 1

Line4

RW 4

0xB084

Line Selector
Line5-Optical In2

Line5

RW 4

0xB088

Line Selector
Line6-TTL In 1

Line6

RW 4

0xB08C

Line Selector
Line7-TTL In 2

Line7

RW 4

0xB090

Line Selector
Line8-LVDS In

Line8

RW 4

Line Mode

LineMode

0=Input 1=Output

Line Format

LineFormat

0=Internal Logic Signal
1=TTL
2=LVDS
3=Opto-coupled

0xB0B0

Line status

R

4

See the current input and
output line

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Pulse Generator

Address

Display Name
(JAI Control Tool)

GenICam name

Read /
Write

Size

Value / Range of value

Description

Default
value

0xB004

Clock Pre-scaler

ClockPreScaler

RW 4 0x000

0x001
0x002

|

0xFFF

Bypass
Divide by 2
Divide by 3
|
Divide by 4096

0

0xB008

Pulse Generator Length 0

PulseGeneratorLength0

RW

4

1～1048575

Defines the length of the
counter 0

1

0xB00C

Pulse Generator Start
Point 0

PulseGeneratorStartPoint
0

RW

4

0～1048574

Defines the starting point
of the counter 0

0

0xB010

Pulse Generator Repeat
Count 0

PulseGeneratorRepeatCo
unt0

RW

4

0 - 255

Defines the repeat count of
the counter 0

0

0xB014

Pulse Generator End
Point 0

PulseGeneratorEndPoint0

RW

4

1～1048575

Defines the end point of
the counter 0

1

0xB018

Clear Mode for the Pulse
Generator 0

PulseGeneratorClear0

RW

4

0 :Free Run
1:High Level
2: Low Level
4: Rising Edge
8: Falling Edge

0

0xB01C

Pulse Generator Length 1

PulseGeneratorLength1

RW

4

1～1048575

Defines the length of the
counter 1

1

0xB020

Pulse Generator Start
Point 1

PulseGeneratorStartPoint
1

RW

4

0～1048574

Defines the starting point
of the counter 1

0

0xB024

Pulse Generator Repeat
Count 1

PulseGeneratorRepeatCo
unt1

RW

4

0 - 255

Defines the repeat count of
the counter 1

0

0xB028

Pulse Generator End
Point 1

PulseGeneratorEndPoint1

RW

4

1～1048575

Defines the end point of
the counter 1

1

0xB02C

Clear Mode for the Pulse
Generator 1

PulseGeneratorClear1

RW

4

0 :Free Run
1:High Level
2: Low Level
4: Rising Edge
8: Falling Edge

0

0xB090

Pulse Generator Selector
Pulse Generator 0

PulseGenerator0

RW

4

Pulse Generator Source
Bit 31 ～ 25

Bit24:Inverter
0:False (Active high)
1:True(Active Low)

Pulse Generator Source
127:OFF
1: LVAL IN
3:DVAL IN
5:FVAL IN
7:EEN
9:LINE4(OPT IN 1)
10:LINE5(OPT IN 2)
11:LINE8(LVDS In)
12:LINE6(TTL IN 1)
13:LINE7(TTL IN 2)
16:Pulse Gen. 0
17:Pulse Gen.1
20:User Output 0

21: User Output 1
22: User Output 2
23: User Output 3

0xB094

Pulse Generator Selector
Pulse Generator 1

PulseGenerator1

RW

4

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Sequence Acquisition Mode

Address

Display Name
(JAI Control Tool)

GenICam name

Read /
Write

Size

Value / Range of value

Description

Default
value

Sequence Selector

SequenceSelector

Sequence Selector
Value
0=Sequence 1
1=Sequence 2
2=Sequence 3
3=Sequence 4
4=Sequence 5
5=Sequence 6
7=Sequence 8
8=Sequence 9
9=Sequence 10

Sequence Selector value is
the INDEX for each

sequence。

0xC000

Sequence Exposure Time
Raw to Red

SequenceExposureTimeRa
wRed

RW

4

0 ～1056

Base Address
INDEX=0 to 9(Sequence)
(Base Address + Index *12)

1056

Sequence Exposure Time
Raw to Green

SequenceExposureTimeRa
wGreen

RW

4

0 ～1056

INDEX=0 to 9(Sequence)
(Base Address + (Index+1)
*12)

1056

Sequence Exposure Time
Raw to Blue

SequenceExposureTimeRa
wBlue

RW

4

0 ～1056

INDEX=0 to 9(Sequence)
(Base Address + (Index+2)
*12)

1056

0xC078

Sequence Master Gain
Raw

SequenceMasterGain

RW

4

-89 - 341

Base Address
INDEX=0 to 9
(Base Address + Index *12 )

0

Sequence Gain Red

SequenceAnalogRed

RW

4

-200～200

INDEX=0 to 9(Sequence)
(Base Address + Index *12
+4)

0

Sequence Gain Blue

SequenceAnalogBlue

RW

4

-200～300

INDEX=0 to 9(Sequence)
(Base Address + Index
*12+8)

0

0xC0FC

Sequence ROI Size X

SequenceROISizeX

RW

4

8 - 1392

ROI width value Base
Address
INDEX=0 to 9
(Base Address + Index *4)

Width

max

0xC124

Sequence ROI Size Y

SequenceROISizeY

RW

4

8 - 1040

ROI Height value Base
Address
INDEX=0 to 9
(Base Address + Index *4)

Height

Max

0xC14C

Sequence ROI Offset X

SequenceROIOffsetX

RW

4

0 - 1384

ROI H Offset value Base
Address
INDEX=0 to 9
(Base Address + Index *4)

0

0xC174

Sequence ROI Offset Y

SequenceROIOffsetY

RW

4

0 - 1032

ROI V Offset value Base
Address
INDEX=0 to 9
(Base Address + Index *4)

0

0xC19C

Repeat Count in Each
Step

SequenceRepeatCountInE
achStep

RW

4

1 to 255

Sequence repeat count
value Base Address
INDEX=0 to 9
(Base Address + Index *4)

0

0xC0F0

Reset Sequence Settings

SequenceResetCommand

RW

4

Command 1

Sequence3 reset

1

0xC0F4

Sequence Repetition
Count

SequenceRepetitions

RW

4

0 to 255

Sequence repeat count

0

0xC0F8

Last Sequence

SequenceEndingPosition

RW

4
1 to 10

Last sequence number
setting

1

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GigE Transport Layer

Address

Display Name
(JAI Control Tool)

GenICam name

Read /
Write

Size

Value / Range of value

Description

Default
value

0xA418

Payload size

PayloadSize

R 4

Return image size of 1
frame

0x0000
GigE Major Version

GevVersionMajor

R 4

Version of the GigE
Standard to which the
device is
compliant.

0001

GigE Minor Version

GevVersionMinor

0000

0x0004
Is Big Endian

GevDeviceModeIsBigEndia
n

R

4
0:Littel-endian

1:Big-endian

0:Little endian 1:Big endian
1:UTF-8

1

Character set

GevDeviceModeCharacter
Set

0:Unknown ,1:UTF-8

1

0x0008

MAC address

GevMacAddress

R 4

MAC address

0x0010

Support LLA

GevSupportedIPConfigura
tionLLA

R

4

Bit 31: persistent
Bit 30: DHCP
Bit 29: LLA

Bits can be OR-ed. All other
bits are reserved and set to

0. DHCP and LLA bits must
be on.

All True

Support DHCP

GevSupportedConfigurati
onDHCP

Support Persistent IP

GevSupportedConfigurati
onPersistentIP

0x0014

Current IP configuration
LLA

GevCurrentIPConfiguratio
nLLA

RW

4

Bit 31: persistent
Bit 30: DHCP
Bit 29: LLA

Bits can be OR-ed. LLA is
always activated and is
read only.

LLA is
always
true

Current IP configuration
DHCP

GevCurrentIPConfiguratio
nDHCP

Current IP configuration
Persistent IP

GevCurrentIPConfiguratio
nPersistentIP

0x0024

Current IP address

GevCurrentIPAddress

R 4

0x0034

Current Subnet Mask

GevCurrentSubnetAddress

R 4

0x0044

Current Default Gteway

GevCurrentDefaultGatew
ay

R 4

0x0200

First URL

GevFirstURL

R

512

File extension .XML
indicates uncompressed
text file. File
extension .ZIP indicates
compressed using ZIP.

0x0400

Second URL

GevSecondURL

R

512

0x0600

Number Of Interfaces

GevNumberOfInterfaces

R 4

Indicates the number of
physical network interfaces
on
this device.

0x064C

Persistent IP Address

GevPersistentIPAddress

RW 4

Valid if Persistent IP is
enabled

0x065C

Persistent Subnet Mask

GevPersistentSubnetMask

RW 4

Valid if Persistent IP is
enabled

0x066C

Persistent Default
Gateway

GevPersistentDefaultGate
way

RW 4

Valid if Persistent IP is
enabled

0x0900

Message Channel Count

GevMessageChannelCount

R 4

number of available
message channel

0x0904

Stream Channel Count

GevStreamChannelCount

R 4

number of available stream
channel

0x0934

Supported Optional
Commands User-defined
Name

GevSupportedOptionalCo
mmandsUser­definedName

R

4

Bit 31:multiple read
Bit 30:WRITEMEM
Bit29:
PACKETRESEND
Bit 28:EVENT
Bit 27:EVENTDATA
Bit 1:Serial No.
Bit 0:User defined name

0=false
1=True

This is a capability register
indicating which one of the
non-mandatory GVCP
commands are supported
by this
device.

Supported Optional
Commands Serial number

GevSupportedOptionalCo
mmandsSerialnumber

Supported Optional
Commands EVENTDATA

GevSupportedOptionalCo
mmandsEVENTDATA

Supported Optional
Commands EVENT

GevSupportedOptionalCo
mmandsEVENT

Supported Optional
Commands PACKET
RESEND

GevSupportedOptionalCo
mmandsPACKETRESEND

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Supported Optional
Commands WRITEMEM

GevSupportedOptionalCo
mmandsWRITEMEM

Supported Optional
Commands Concatenation

GevSupportedOptionalCo
mmandsConcatenation

0x0938

Heartbeat Timeout

GevHeartbeatTimeout

RW

4

0 ～4294967295

0

0x093C

Timestamp Tick
Frequency

GevTimestampTickFreque
ncy

R

4

Timestamp tick
frequency is 0 if
timestamp is not
supported.

In milliseconds. Internally,
the heartbeat is rounded
according to the clock used
for heartbeat.

0x0940

GevTimestampTickFreque
ncy

R

4

64-bit value indicating the
number of timestamp clock
ticks in 1 second. This
register holds the most
significant
bytes.

0x0944

Timestamp control Latch

GevTimestampcontrolLat
ch

W

4

Command 2

This register holds the least
significant bytes.
Used to latch the current
timestamp value. No need
to clear to 0.

Timestamp control Reset

GevTimestampcontrolRes
et

Command 1

0x0948

Timestamp Tick Value

GevTimeStampValue

R 4 High

Latched value of the
timestamp (most
significant bytes)

0x094C

GevTimeStampValue

R 4 Low

Latched value of the
timestamp (least significant
bytes)

0x0A00

Control Channel Privilege
Feature

GevCCP

R

4

0:Open Access
1:Exclusive
2:Control
3:Exclusive Control

control channel privilege
register

0
0x0B00

Message Channel Port

GevMCPHostPort

R

4

message channel port
register

0

0x0B10

Message Channel
Destination Address

GevMCDA

R

4

message channel
destination address register

0x0B14

Message Channel
Transmission Timeout

GevMCTT

R

4

message channel transfer
timeout: ms

300

0x0B18

Message Channel Retry
Count

GevMCRC

R

4

message channel retry
count

2

0x0D00

Stream Channel Port

GevSCPHostPort

R

4

primary stream port
register

0xD04

Fire Test Packet

GevSCPSFireTestPacket

RW

4

1

The device will fire one
test packet of size
specified by the packet

size. The “don’t fragment”

bit of IP header must be set
for this test packet.

0x0D04

Packet Size

GevSCPSPacketSize

RW

4

1476 ～16020

primary stream channel
packet size register/
packet size includes IP,
UDP&GVSP Header

1476

Do Not Fragment

GevSCPSDoNotFragment

0=False
1=True

This bit is copied into the

“don’t fragment” bit of IP

header of each stream
packet. It can be used by
the application to prevent
IP fragmentation of packets
on the stream channel.

１

0x0D08

Packet Delay

GevSCPD

RW

4

0 ～ 125000

Set the delay in between
packets

0

0x0D18

Strem Channel
Destination Address

GevSCDA

R

4

primary stream channel
destination address register

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LUT Controls

Address

Display Name
(JAI Control Tool)

GenICam name

Read /
Write

Size

Value / Range of value

Description

Default
value

0xA200

LUT Enable

LUTEnable

R
W

4

0xD000
|
0xD7FC

LUT Value (Red)

LUTValue[Red]

R
W

4

0 ～ 65535

0

0xD800
|
0xDFFC

LUT Value(Green,Bayer or
Monochrome)

LUTValue[Green]

R
W

4

0 ～ 65535

0

0xE000
|
0xD7FC

LUT Value (Blue)

LUTValue[Blue]

R
W

4

0 ～ 65535

0

Event Generation

Address

Display Name
(JAI Control Tool)

GenICam name

Read /
Write

Size

Value / Range of value

Description

Default
value

0xA610

Event Selector
Acquisition Trigger

GevEventtreigger

RW

4

Selector Value
0

Event message ON/OFF

0

Exposure Start

GevEventStartOfExposure

1

0

Exposure End

GevEventEndOfExposure

2

0

Frame Transfer Start

GevEventStartOfTransfer

3

0

Frame Transfer End

GevEventEndOfTransfer

4

0

Any Lines Any Edges

AnyLineAynyEdge

17 0 Updated All Features

UpdatedAllFeatures

18 1 Processing Done

ProcessingDone

19

1

Video Parameters
Changed

VideoParamsChanged

20

1

Opposite Channel
Parameters changed

DioTrigParamsChanged

21

1

Device Reset

DeviceReset

31

1

Event Notification

EventNotification

0=Disable
1=Enable

User Sets

Address

Display Name
(JAI Control Tool)

GenICam name

Read /
Write

Size

Value / Range of value

Description

Default
value

0xA300

User Set Save

UserSetSave

W

4

1=User area1

Allows use to save all
camera settings. Last
used area number
becomes new default.

1

0xA304

User Set Load

UserSetLoad

W

4

0=Factory area
1=User area1

Allow the user to recall
all camera settings.

0

0xA308

User Set Selector

UserSetSelector

RW

4

When receiving
following commands,
store the parameters
0xA300
0xA304

Check the used data,
0=Factory or1=User

0

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Appendix

1. Precautions

Personnel not trained in dealing with similar electronic devices should not service this camera.
The camera contains components sensitive to electrostatic discharge. The handling of these
devices should follow the requirements of electrostatic sensitive components.
Do not attempt to disassemble this camera.
Do not expose this camera to rain or moisture.
Do not face this camera towards the sun, extreme bright light or light reflecting objects.
When this camera is not in use, put the supplied lens cap on the lens mount.
Handle this camera with the maximum care.
Operate this camera only from the type of power source indicated on the camera.
Power off the camera during any modification, such as changes of jumper and switch settings.

2. Typical Sensor Characteristics

The following effects may be observed on the video monitor screen. They do not indicate any
fault of the camera, but are associated with typical sensor characteristics.

V. Aliasing

When the CCD camera captures stripes, straight lines or similar sharp patterns, jagged image
on the monitor may appear.

Blemishes

All cameras are shipped without visible image sensor blemishes.
Over time some pixel defects can occur. This does not have a practical effect on the
operation of the camera. These will show up as white spots (blemishes).
Exposure to cosmic rays can cause blemishes to appear on the image sensor. Please take care
to avoid exposure to cosmic rays during transportation and storage. It is recommended using
sea shipment instead of air flight in order to limit the influence of cosmic rays on the camera.
Pixel defects/blemishes also may emerge due to prolonged operation at elevated ambient
temperature, due to high gain setting, or during long time exposure. It is therefore
recommended to operate the camera within its specifications.

Patterned Noise

When the sensor captures a dark object at high temperature or is used for long time
integration, fixed pattern noise may appear on the video monitor screen.

3. Caution when mounting a lens on the camera

When mounting a lens on the camera dust particles in the air may settle on the surface of the
lens or the image sensor of the camera. It is therefore important to keep the protective caps
on the lens and on the camera until the lens is mounted. Point the lens mount of the camera
downward to prevent dust particles from landing on the optical surfaces of the camera. This
work should be done in a dust free environment. Do not touch any of the optical surfaces of
the camera or the lens.

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Camera chassis

Fixing plate

Mounting the camera to fixing plate

5.0mm　±　0.2mm

Camera chassis

Tripod mount

5.0mm　±　0.2mm

Attaching the tripod mount

4. Caution when mounting the camera

When you mount the camera on your system, please make sure to use screws of

the recommended length described in the following drawing. Longer screws may
cause serious damage to the PCB inside the camera.

If you mount the tripod mounting plate, please use the provided screws.

5. Exportation

When exporting this product, please follow the export regulation of your own country.

6. References

1. This manual and datasheet for the AT-140GE can be downloaded from www.jai.com

2. Camera control software can be downloaded from www.jai.com

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Change history

Date

Revision

Changes

Dec 2009

1.0

New release

AT-140GE

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Europe, Middle East & Africa

Asia Pacific

Americas

Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]

Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]

Phone (toll-free) +1 800 445
5444

Phone [phone]

User's Record

Camera type: AT-140GE

Revision: ……………..

Serial No. ……………..

Firmware version. ……………..

For camera revision history, please contact your local JAI distributor.

User's Mode Settings.

User's Modifications.

Company and product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
JAI A-S cannot be held responsible for any technical or typographical errors and reserves the right to make changes to products
and documentation without prior notification.

Visit our web site at www.jai.com

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