JAI CV-M2 User Manual

Digital Monochrome 2 Megapixel

Progressive Scan Camera

CV-M2

Operation Manual

Camera: Revision A

Manual: Version 1.0

M2ManualJul22.doc

JPT 22-07-03

CV-M2

Table of Contents

1. General ........................................................................................................2

2. Standard Composition ......................................................................................2

3. Main Features ................................................................................................2

4. Locations and Functions ................................................................................... 3

5. Pin Assignment............................................................................................... 4

5.1. 12-pin Multi-connector (DC-IN/Trigger) ....................................................................... 4

5.2. BNC connector for analogue monitor video output.......................................................... 4

5.3. Digital Output Connector for Camera Link.................................................................... 4

5.4. Input and Output Circuits........................................................................................ 5

5.4.1. Monitor video output ...................................................................................... 5

5.4.2. Iris video output............................................................................................ 5

5.4.3. Trigger input................................................................................................ 5

5.4.4. EEN output .................................................................................................. 5

5.4.5. Camera Link interface .................................................................................... 6

6. Functions and Operations .................................................................................7

6.1. Basic functions .................................................................................................... 7

6.1.1. Dual video output.......................................................................................... 7

6.1.2. Burst trigger ................................................................................................ 7

6.1.3. Restart continuous trigger mode ........................................................................ 8

6.1.4. PIV mode .................................................................................................... 8

6.1.5. Sensor Gate Control ....................................................................................... 9

6.1.6. Digital video out allocation .............................................................................10

6.1.7. Knee function..............................................................................................10

6.2. Sensor layout and timing. ......................................................................................11

6.2.1. CCD sensor layout.........................................................................................11

6.2.2. Vertical timing ............................................................................................11

6.2.3. Horizontal timing single channel .......................................................................12

6.2.4. Horizontal timing details single channel ..............................................................12

6.2.5. Horizontal timing dual channel.........................................................................13

6.2.6. Horizontal timing details dual channel................................................................13

6.2.7. LVAL synchronous accumulation........................................................................14

6.2.8. LVAL a-synchronous accumulation .....................................................................15

6.2.9. Partial scanning vertical timing ........................................................................16

6.3. Input/Output of Timing Signals ................................................................................17

6.3.1. Input of Timing Signals...................................................................................17

6.3.2. Output of Timing Signals.................................................................................17

6.4. Trigger Modes.....................................................................................................17

6.4.1. Continuous Operation (Non triggered) ................................................................18

6.4.2. Edge Pre-select Mode ....................................................................................19

6.4.3. Restart Continuous Trigger mode ......................................................................20

6.4.4. Pulse Width Control Mode ...............................................................................21

6.4.5. Burst Trigger mode .......................................................................................22

6.4.6. PIV mode. ..................................................................................................23

6.4.7. Sensor Gate Control ......................................................................................24

6.5. Other Functions. .................................................................................................25

7. Configuring the Camera.................................................................................. 26

7.1. Mode setting SW1 on rear ......................................................................................26

7.2. RS-232C/Camera Link switch...................................................................................26

7.3. Internal Switch ...................................................................................................26

7.4. RS-232C control ..................................................................................................27

7.5. CV-M2 command list.............................................................................................28

7.6. Camera Control Tool for CV-M2................................................................................29

8. External Appearance and Dimensions ................................................................ 30

9. Specifications .............................................................................................. 30

9.1. Spectral sensitivity ..............................................................................................30

9.2. Specification table...............................................................................................31

10. Appendix .................................................................................................. 32

11. Users Record.............................................................................................. 33

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CV-M2

1. General

The CV-M2 is a digital 2 megapixel camera designed for automated imaging and ITS (Intelligent Traffic Systems) applications, featuring high resolution and high speed within a uniform and compact housing. The high-speed shutter function, asynchronous random trigger mode and partial scan mode allows the camera to capture high quality images of fast moving objects with a high frame rate. Functions like burst trigger, reset continuous trigger mode, analog iris video output, knee and gamma function for single channel makes the camera suitable for intelligent traffic systems. The CV-M2 features the Camera Link standardized multiplexed signal output interface.

The latest version of this manual can be downloaded from: www.jai.com The latest version of Camera Control Tool for CV-M2 can be downloaded from: www.jai.com

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

2. Standard Composition

The standard camera composition consists of the camera main body and tripod mount plate.

3. Main Features

• Digital 1” monochrome 2 megapixel progressive scan CCD camera

• 1600 (h) x 1200 (v) effective 7.4 µm square pixels

• 10 or 8 bit video output as Camera Link

• 17 full frames/second for single channel video readout

• 30 frames/second with dual channel video readout

• One push black level and gain calibrations for dual channel readout

• Higher frame rates with 1/2, 1/4 and 1/8 partial scanning

• Programable partial scanning with 1 line interval for start position and scanned lines

• Edge pre-select and pulse width controlled external trigger modes

• Shutter speed 1/17 (off) to 1/14,000 second in 10 steps

• Programable exposure by edge pre-select shutter 1.5H to 1216.5H with 1 H interval

• Burst trigger for 5 different edge pre-selected exposures in sequence

• Analogue video output for iris control

• Restart continuous trigger mode (RCT) makes it ideal for traffic control (ITS)

• Analog composite video output for CCIR/EIA monitor

• PIV mode (Particle Image Velocimetry) for 2 short exposures with very short interval

• Short ASCII commands for fast mode setup via serial port

• Setup by Windows 98/NT/Win2000 via RS-232C or Camera Link

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4. Locations and Functions

1. CCD sensor

2. Lens mount (C-mount)

3. Rear panel with SW1

4. Digital output connector (Camera Link)

5. DC in/Trigger in/RS-232C connector

6. BNC connector for monitor video output

7. Gain potentiometer

8. Mounting holes M3. (8x)

CV-M2

7 6 5

3 4 2 1

8

Fig. 1. Locations

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CV-M2

5. Pin Assignment

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

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

9

1

2

3

4

8

10

11

7

12

6

5

Fig. 2. 12-pin connector.

Pin no. Signal Remarks

1 GND 2 +12 V DC input 3 GND 4 Iris Video output

5 GND 6 RXD in 7 TXD out

8 GND 9 EEN out

10 Trigger/SG input

11 Factory use 12 GND

*) Refer to 5.4.2. for Iris video output. SG = Sensor Gate Control.

Analogue video for iris control in continuous mode and RCT mode. *)

RS 232C. Or via Camera Link

By internal switch HR/CL (Refer to 7.2)

Or via Camera Link TI=1. (Or via Camera Link if TI=0 )

SG=0 trigger input. SG=1 sensor gate contr. For factory test

5.2. BNC connector for analogue monitor video output

On the BNC connector an analogue video signal (CCIR or EIA) for monitoring is found if OS=2. The signal can be viewed on a standard monitor as 50 FPS/15.734 kHz 290 lines if MN=1, or 60 FPS/15.734 kHz 240 lines if MN=0. It is non-interlaced and for single channel only. The image covers the full format, but the resolution is much lower than the digital video output.

5.3. Digital Output Connector for Camera Link

13

26

Fig. 3. Camera Link connector

The digital output signals follow the Camera Link standardized multiplexed signal output interface. The output driver is NS type DS90CR285, and the receiver is NS type DS90CR286.

The following signals are found on the Digital Output Connector: SerTC RXD serial data to camera SerTFG TXD serial data to frame grabber CC1 Trigger/Sensor Gate input CC2 Factory use X0 to X3 Camera Link multiplexed data out Xclk Camera Link clock. Used as pixel clock.

In the Channel Link X0 to X3 multiplexed signals the following signals are encoded. D0 – D9 2 x 10 bit video data out for right and left channel. LVAL Line VALid. Video line data is valid. FVAL Frame VALid. Video frame data is valid. DVAL Data VALid. Effective video pixel data is valid EEN Exposure ENable. LVAL, FVAL, DVAL polarity is positive. EEN is negative. TRIG is negative as factory setting. TRIG polarity can be changed by TP. For Camera Link interface principle diagram please check Fig. 7.

1

Type: 26 pin MRD connector 3M 10226-1A10JL

14

(Int. switch HR/CL. Refer to 7.2) (Int. switch HR/CL. Refer to 7.2) (TI=0 for CL. SG=1 for Sensor Gate)

(Not specified by Camera Link).

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5.4. Input and Output Circuits

5.4.1. Monitor video output

On the BNC connector an analogue video signal for set-up is found if OS=2. The signal can be used for focus and field of view adjust. CCIR if MN=1. (50 fps, 17.734 kHz, 290 active lines.) EIA if MN=0. (60 fps, 17.734 kHz, 262 active lines.) It is for single channel normal (TR=0) operation only. Shutter speed <313 LVAL (CCIR). <263 LVAL (EIA). Video is composite 1Vpp from a 75 Ω source.

5.4.2. Iris video output

The analogue video output without composite sync on pin #4 12 pin Hirose connector is a 75 Ω DC coupled circuit. It can be used for iris control if the camera is in normal continuous mode or Reset Continuous Trigger mode. It is

L

1µ2

68p

75

NC

Video

Output

#4/12

GND

Black

Black level

level

GND

500 mV

for single channel only. Black level is 0.5 volt without termination.

Important note on using this signal for iris control.

The signal for iris video output is taken from the video signal after the gain control. If it is used for auto iris control, output video level can only be adjusted on the lens level adjust.

Fig. 4. Video output.

5.4.3. Trigger input

+5V

The trigger inputs on pin #10 12 pin Hirose connector is AC coupled. To allow a long

Trig input pin #10

15k

+5V

pulse width, the input circuit is a flip flop, which is toggled by the negative or positive differentiated spikes caused by the falling

100n

1k

68k

100k

TTL

or rising trigger edges.

10k

GND

10k

1n

1k

GND

The trigger polarity can be changed. Trigger input level 4 V ±2 V. The trigger-input impedance is 10 kΩ. The trigger inputs can be changed to Camera Link input.

Fig. 5. Trigger input.

+5V

5.4.4. EEN output

On pin #9 on 12 pin Hirose connector EEN The output circuit is 75 Ω complementary emitter followers. It will deliver a full 5 volt signal. Output level ≥4 V from 75Ω. (No termination). EEN output is also on Camera Link.

Fig. 6. EEN output

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TTL

100

2k2

10k

75

2

#9/12

GND

CV-M2

5.4.5. Camera Link interface

The video output is Camera Link, where the 2 channels with 10 or 8 bit video are placed in a base configuration. The digital output signals follow the Camera Link standardized multiplexed signal output interface. The output driver is NS type DS90CR285, and the receiver is NS type DS90CR286. The data bits from the digital video, FVAL, LVAL, DVAL and EEN are multiplexed into the twisted pairs, which are a part of the Camera Link. Trigger signals and the serial camera control are feed directly through its own pairs. The trigger input can also be TTL on the 12 pin connector. (TI=0 for CL. TI=1 for 12 pin). The serial camera control can be switches between the 12 pin connector or CL by an internal switch HR/CL. Refer to 7.2 The 26 pin MDR connector pin assignment follows the Camera Link base configuration.

For a detailed description of Camera Link specifications, please refer to the Camera Link standard specifications found on www.jai.com

Camera Signals

8bit 10bit

L2 L0

L3 L1

L4 L2

L5 L3

L6 L4

L7 L5

L8 L6

L9 L7

R2 L8

R3 L9

R4 NC

R5 NC

R6 R8

R7 R9

R8 NC

R9 NC

NC R0

NC R1

NC R2

NC R3

NC R4

NC R5

NC R6

NC R5

LVAL

FVAL

DVAL

EEN

Pclk

TXD out

RXD in

Ext. trig 1 in

Ext. Trig 2 in

Ground

CV-M2 Camera

Camera Link

A 0 Tx0

A1 Tx1

A2 Tx2

A3 Tx3

A4 Tx4

A5 Tx6

A 6 Tx27

A 7 Tx5

B 0 Tx7

B 1 Tx8

B 2 Tx9

B 3 Tx12

B 4 Tx13

B 5 Tx14

B 6 Tx10

B 7 Tx11

C 0 Tx15

C 1 Tx18

C 2 Tx19

C 3 Tx20

C 4 Tx21

C 5 Tx22

C 6 TX16

C 7 Tx17

Txclk

Tx24

Tx25

Tx26

Tx23

4 x

7-1

MUX

Camera Link Cable

Connector pin

15

2

X0

16

X1

3

17

X2

4

19

X3

6

18

Xclk

5

21

SerTFG

8

7

SerTC

20

22

CC1

9

10

CC2

23

24

CC3

11

12

CC4

25

1

Sheilds

14

13

26

TxCLK

TxOUT3

TxOUT2

TxOUT1

TxOUT0

Fig. 7. Principle diagram for Camera Link base configuration interface

Signal

Sheilds

Pair 1

Pair 2

Pair 3

Pair 5

Pair 4

Pair 7

Pair 6

Pair 8

Pair 9

Pair 10

Pair 11

A7

C3

B2

A1

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To

Frame

Grabber

Camera Link bit allocation

C7

EEN

A6

FVAL

DVAL

C2

C0

C1

B1

A5

B0

A0

Time slots in Camera Link

Port/Signal 8bit 10bit Pin No.

Port A0 L2 L0 Tx0 Port A1 L3 L1 Tx1 Port A2 L4 L2 Tx2 Port A3 L5 L3 Tx3 Port A4 L6 L4 Tx4 Port A5 L7 L5 Tx6 Port A6 L8 L6 Tx27 Port A7 L9 L7 Tx5

Port B0 R2 L8 Tx7 Port B1 R3 L9 Tx8 Port B2 R4 NC Tx9 Port B3 R5 NC Tx12 Port B4 R6 R8 Tx13 Port B5 R7 R9 Tx14 Port B6 R8 NC Tx10 Port B7 R9 NC Tx11

Port C0 NC R0 Tx15 Port C1 NC R1 Tx18 Port C2 NC R2 Tx19 Port C3 NC R3 Tx20 Port C4 NC R4 Tx21 Port C5 NC R5 Tx22 Port C6 NC R6 Tx16 Port C7 NC R7 Tx17

LVAL Tx24 FVAL Tx25 DVAL Tx26

EEN Tx23

1 pixel cycl e

C6

LVAL

B5

A4

B6

B7

C4

C5

B3

B4

A2

A3

A6

A7

C2

C3

B1

B2

A0

A1

CV-M2

6. Functions and Operations

In the following the format shown in “7.5. CV-M2 command list” are used for function commands and parameters.

6.1. Basic functions

The M2 camera is a progressive scan camera with 10 or 8 bit video output in single or dual channel Camera Link. On a BNC connector a standard composite video output CCIR or EIA for monitor use is found. The image covers the full format, but the resolution is much lower than the digital video output. An iris video signal can be used for lens iris control if the camera is in continuous mode or Reset Continuous Trigger mode. A knee function (and gamma for single channel) makes it possible to cover high contrast scenes. The CV-M2 camera has 1/2, 1/4 or 1/8 partial scanning. Programmable partial scan, where the start line and the number of lines can be selected in 1line increments is also available. There are 5 trigger modes. Normal continuous, reset continuous trigger, edge pre-select, pulse width control, edge pre-select burst trigger and PIV trigger. (PIV, Particle Image Velocimety). The Sensor Gate Control can be used in normal continuous mode together with strobe flash. The accumulation can be LVAL synchronous or LVAL a-synchronous. In the following some of the functions are shown in details.

6.1.1. Dual video output

The video read out through Camera Link can be via a single or via double channels. (OS=0 for single channel, OS=1 for dual channel.) If dual video outputs are used, the frame grabber PC should reconstruct the image frame from the 2 half images.

Image

The mirrord half

The two half images

are stored in separate

memory locations

Camera Link

Interface

2 x 10 bit

RL

A/D

CV-M2 Camera Frame Grabber

R

L

The mirrord half

image R is reversed

and stiched together

.

with the half image L

Reconstructed

image on display

Display

Fig. 8. Dual channel read out

6.1.2. Burst trigger

With the burst trigger function TR=4, five previous set edge pre-selected programmable exposures can be done with a single trigger pulse. The five shutter times can be set with BSH1 through BSH5. (1H through 1216H.)

Trigger

Burst

Shutter

Exposure

Video out

Frame

1 2345

1 234 5

Fig. 9. Burst trigger

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6.1.3. Restart continuous trigger mode

The RCT mode makes it possible to use a lens with video controlled iris for intelligent traffic surveillance applications. TR=2. The camera is running continuously, and the iris is controlled from the iris video output. When a trigger pulse is applied, the scanning is reset and restarted, the previous signal is dumped with a fast dump read out, and the new triggered exposure is started. This fast dump read out has the same effect as “smearless read out”. Smear over highlighted areas are reduced for the triggered frame.

Trigger

SG

Exposure

Dump

Read out

Video out

Continuous video out Continuous video outTriggered

Fig. 10. Restart continuous trigger mode

Frame

6.1.4. PIV mode

The Particle Image Velocimetry mode can be used in applications where 2 images should be taken with a very short time interval. TR=5. It can only be used with strobe flash or lasers as illumination. The first accumulation time is 4 µsec. The second is as long as the time for a full frame.

Trigger

SG

Exposure

Video out

Trigger

Exposure 1

Exposure 2

Expanded view

First frame out Second frame out

1.5µsec.

4 µsec.

1.5µsec.

EEN

1. Flash 2. flash

Fig. 11. PIV mode

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6.1.5. Sensor Gate Control

This function is for applications where a strobe flash is the only illumination, and where the exact time for the strobe firing is not known. The time window for the strobe firing can be up to several frames. The resulting video read out can also be delayed by this function. It makes the synchronization of the frame grabber more flexible. The Sensor Gate Control signal will inhibit the internal SG signal so the accumulation can continue. The sensor gate control signal can be synchronized by the FVAL signal. This function will only work in normal continuous mode. TR=0. The function is on if SG=1. The SG signal is an internal signal, which is low when the accumulated charge on the photo diode array is transferred to the vertical ccd registers for read out. When the Sensor Gate Control input is high, the internal SG pulse is inhibited, and the signal accumulation on the photo diode array can take place. When the strobe flash is fired, the Sensor Gate Control signal can be low. The resulting video is then read out after the first FVAL (or SG), following the falling edge of Sensor Gate Control signal.

FVAL

SG

Sensor Gate

Control

SG inhibit

Strobe Flash

Video out

Strobe can be fired here

Fig. 12. Sensor Gate Control

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6.1.6. Digital video out allocation

The set-up and the relations between the analog and digital video are shown in fig. 13.

Digital

[LSB]

1023

890

Digital

video out

100%

100% level

level

32

Black level

0

0 25 700 800

Fig. 13. Digital video bit allocation

White

clip level

Analog

video out

[mV]

6.1.7. Knee function.

The knee functions can compress the signals in the highlighted areas. The slope over the knee point is only 20%. The Knee point can be adjusted from 712 to 1023. With the knee at 890, the camera can reproduce scene highlight up to 175%. The image contrast is reduced to 20% for scene luminance higher than the knee point. This function can be used in applications where the scene brightness is divided in an area in shadow, and another in bright sunshine.

[LSB]

1023

890

712

32

video output

0

Digital

Black level

Knee min.

lope

S

10

%

0

Knee max.

luminance

100% video

o

l

S

Scene

%

0

2

e

p

175%

Digital

Fig. 14. Knee function

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6.2. Sensor layout and timing.

6.2.1. CCD sensor layout

The CCD sensor layout with respect to pixels and lines as it is used in the timing and video read out is shown below.

Bl ank 2 Li nes

2 Optical Black Lines

4 Reser ved Li nes

4244

1 2 3

Ef f e c t i v e Pi x e l s

1600( H) * 1200( V)

4 Reser ved Col umns

16 Opt i c al Bl ac k pi xel s

4 Reser ved Col umns

16 Optical Black pixels

1216

Li nes

1200 Ef f ect i ve Li nes

1198 1199 1200

4 Reser ved Li nes

4 Optical Black Lines

Du mmy & Bl a n k

Si n g l e Out put

Du mmy & Bl a n k

Dual Lch

Out put

16 16

276

4 4

4

5

2

3

1

1092 Pi x el s

272 272

Vi deo Left 800 Pi xels16 16

4

3

2

1

1916 Pi x el s

Vi deo 1600 Pi x el s

Vi deo Ri ght 800 Pi x el s

9

0

8

0

8

9

0

9

0

9

7

8

7

8

7

6

8

9

5

1

1092 Pi x el s

9

0

9

0

5

6

1

Du mmy & Bl a n k

4

1

2

3

Dual Rch

Out put

Fig. 15. CCD sensor layout

6.2.2. Vertical timing

Normal mode. Full frame, single and dual channel. 1LVAL = 47.9 µsec (single). 27.3 µsec (dual)

FVAL

LVAL

SUB

SG

Ex po s ur e

Per i o d

EEN

DAT A OUT

DVAL

1 FVAL per i od

1216L

1214L

0. 5L

d

e

v

r

e

s

OB

e

R

2L

4L

1

2345

……

Ef f ect i ve Li nes

1200L

……

6

7

9

8

9

1

d

e

v

r

e

s

e

OB

R

4L

0

2

1

FVAL

LVAL

2L

k

n

a

l

B

2L

Fig. 16. Vertical timing

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6.2.3. Horizontal timing single channel

OS=0. Normal mode. Full frame. 1ck = 25 nsec

1 LVAL per i od

1916ck

L VAL

FVAL

SUB

SG

Ex posur e

Pe r i o d

EEN

DAT A OUT

DVAL

CCD Out

1674ck

FVAL Rai s i ng Edge FVAL Fal l i ng Edge

1864ck

444ck

958ck

514ck

mi n: 1. 5L( 1916+958ck)

54ck

OB OB

34ck

6ck

16ck

Re s e r v e d

4ck

Effective Pixels

1600ck

1640ck 276ck

Fig. 17. Horizontal timing single channel

Re s e r v e d

4ck

16ck

242ck

190ck

Du mmy+

Bl ank

6ck

276ck 242ck

316ck

52ck

34ck

6.2.4. Horizontal timing details single channel

OS=0. For all modes. Full frame. 1ck = 25 nsec

1 LVAL per i od

1916ck

L VAL

1674ck

FVAL Rai s i ng Edge FVAL Fal l i ng Edge

242ck

FVAL

DAT A OUT

Du mmy+

Bl ank

34ck

54ck

16ck

OBOB

d

e

v

r

e

s

12345

e

R

Ef f e c t i v e Pi x e l s

1600ck

16ck

4ck

7

6

9

5

1

d

e

9

0

8

v

r

9

0

9

e

5

6

s

e

1

R

276ck

Du mmy+

Bl ank

34ck242ck4ck

DVAL

6ck

CCD Out

28ck

OBOB

12345

e

R

d

e

v

r

e

s

Ef f e c t i v e Pi x e l s

7

6

9

5

1

d

e

9

8

0

v

r

9

0

e

5

6

s

e

1

R

Fig. 18. Horizontal timing details single channel

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6.2.5. Horizontal timing dual channel

OS=1. Normal mode. Full frame. 1ck = 25 nsec

1 LVAL per i od

L VAL

FVAL Rai si ng Edge

FVAL

SUB

32ck

514ck

SG

546ck

Ex p o s u r e

Pe r i o d

mi n: 1. 5L( 1092+546ck)

EEN

54ck

34ck

OB

16ck

Re s e r v e d

4ck

DAT A OUT

(L ch)

DAT A OUT

(R ch)

DVAL

6ck

CCD Out

(L ch)

CCD Out

(R ch)

Fig. 19. Horizontal timing dual channel

1092ck

854ck

FVAL Fal l i ng Edge

1040ck

Ef f ect i ve Pi xel s

800ck

800ck 820ck

6ck

238ck

186ck

Du mmy+

Bl a n k

272ck

238ck

272ck

52ck

34ck

292ck

6.2.6. Horizontal timing details dual channel

OS=1. For all modes. Full frame. 1ck = 25 nsec

1 LVAL per i od

L VAL

1092ck

854ck

FVAL Rai si ng Edge FVAL Fal l i ng Edge

238ck

FVAL

DAT A OUT

(L ch)

Du mmy+

Bl ank

34ck

54ck

16ck 272ck

4ck

d

e

v

r

e

s

OB

e

12345

R

Ef f ect i ve Pi xel s

800ck

7

9

6

8

0

9

7

238ck 34ck

0

8

Du mmy+

Bl ank

DAT A OUT

(R ch)

DVAL

6ck

CCD Out

28ck

OB

d

e

v

r

e

s

e

12345

R

Ef f ect i ve Pi xel s

6

9

7

6ck

7

8

0

9

0

7

8

(L ch)

CCD Out

(R ch)

Fig. 20. Horizontal timing details dual channel

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6.2.7. LVAL synchronous accumulation

With LS=0, the accumulation will start synchronously with LVAL. The trigger pulse should be longer than 2 LVAL intervals, and the accumulation will then start at the first LVAL after the trigger leading edge. The exposure start delay will be up to 1 line. (Single channel 47.9 µsec. Dual 27.3 µsec). In EPS mode the exposure stops 0.5 L after the selected shutter time, (in number of LVAL). In PWC mode the exposure stops 0.5 L after the first LVAL after the trigger trailing edge. It results in up to 1 LVAL jitter.

In LVAL synchronous accumulation mode a new trigger can start a new exposure during the previous frame read out, but the exposure may not be finished before the frame is read out. It makes it possible to have a trigger rate close to the frame rate. (1 FVAL + 3 LVAL).

Important notes on using this mode.

In LVAL synchronous PWC mode exposure jitter up to 1 LVAL can be the result, if the trigger trailing edge is not synchronized to LVAL.

Min.:2L

Ex t . Tr i g

L VAL

Vi r t u a l SUB Equi val enc e

Ex p o s u r e

Pe r i o d

DAT A OUT

Ex t . Tr i g

Vi r t ual SUB Equi val ence

FVAL

Pu l s e

SUB

SG

L VAL

FVAL

Pu l s e

0. 5L

Exposur e del ay:

Max 1L

Sp ec i f i e d Nu mber of LVALs

by shut t er s et

Act ual Exposur e Per i od

Data-out delay

Si ngl e: 1. 5L

Dual : 1. 5L

Fig. 21. LVAL synchronous accumulation in EPS mode

OB

SUB

SG

Ex p o s u r e

Pe r i o d

DAT A OUT

Del ay of expos ur e st ar t :

Max 1L

Act ual Exposur e Per i od

De l ay of ex posur e end :

Max 1L

0. 5L

Data-out delay

Si ngl e: 1. 5L

Du al : 1. 5L

Fig. 21A. LVAL synchronous accumulation in PWC mode

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6.2.8. LVAL a-synchronous accumulation

With LS=1, the accumulation will start immediately after the trigger leading edge. The exposure start delay will be 156 clk. pulses after the trigger. It is 3.9 µsec. In EPS mode the exposure stops 0.5 L after the selected shutter time, (in number of LVAL). In PWC mode the exposure stops 0.5 L after the trigger trailing edge.

A new trigger must not be applied before the previous frame is read out. (FVAL is low). The minimum trigger interval should be longer than the exposure time + 1 FVAL+3 LVAL.

Important notes on using this mode.

In LVAL a-synchronous PWC mode there is no exposure jitter.

Min.:2L

Ext.Trig

L VAL

FVAL

Vi r t u a l SUB Equi v al ence

Pu l s e

104ck

SUB

SG

Ex posur e

Pe r i o d

DAT A OUT

52ck

Exposur e del ay :

156ck ( 3. 9us)

Speci f i ed Number of LVALs

by shutter set

Act ual Exposur e Per i od

0. 5L

Dat a- out del ay :

0.5L to 1.5L

OB OB

Vi r t u a l SUB Equi v al enc e

Ext.Trig

L VAL

FVAL

Pu l s e

SUB

SG

Ex posur e

Pe r i o d

DAT A OUT

104ck

Fig. 22. LVAL a-synchronous accumulation in EPS mode

52ck

Exposur e d el ay:

156ck ( 3. 9us)

Act ual Exposur e Per i od

0. 5L

Dat a- out del ay :

0. 5L t o 1. 5L

Fig. 22A. LVAL a-synchronous accumulation in PWC mode

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6.2.9. Partial scanning vertical timing

Partial scanning has 3 pre-selected vertical centred areas 1/2, 1/4 and 1/8. SC=1 through SC=3. With SC=3, the start and the height of the partial scanned area can be programmed with 1 line interval. The start line can be programmed with PS=1 through 1151. The scanned height can be programmed with PC=50 though 1200. Partial scanning will operate with single or dual channel output. Partial scan is done by a high-speed dump read out of the areas over and under the area of interest. This partial scanned area is read out with normal speed. The high-speed dump read out (Front of Frame and in Back of Frame) is done with a speed 18 times faster for single channel, and 10 times faster for dual channel. The figures on the timing diagram below are for 1/2 partial scanning.

( * ) Var i abl e Number

2L

FVAL

L VAL

Hi gh Speed

Tr a ns f er

SUB

1 FVAL per i od

670L( * )

668L( * )

Fr o nt o f Fr ame Back of Fr ame

SG

0. 5L

Ex posur e

Pe r i o d

EEN

OB

2L

31L( * )

123

45

Ef f ec t i ve Li nes

600L( * )

31L( * )

9

0

8

6

7

9

0

9

5

6

5

OB

4L

Bl ank

2L

DAT A OUT

DVAL

All figures marked with (*) will change with other partial settings. See table below. 1LVAL = 47.9 µsec (single). 27.3 µsec (dual).

Fig. 23. Partial scanning vertical timing

The following table shows the figures for partial scanning. The maximum frame rate (FPS) for single and dual channel readout is shown for normal mode. TR=0. For triggered modes it will be lower, because the accumulation time is added to the read out time. 1LVAL = 47.9 µsec (single). 27.3 µsec (dual).

Table showing values for the vertical timing.

Single channel output Frame Start Frame End

Mode Scanning SC=0 Full 1 1200 6 0 1200 0 10 17.17 SC=1 1/2 partial 301 900 2 17 600 17 6 32.52 SC=2 1/4 partial 451 750 2 26 300 26 6 57.99 SC=3 1/8 partial 526 675 2 30 150 30 6 95.77 SC=4 Programmable

Start line

1-1151 50-1200

Stop line

OB [LVAL]

2 -

HS [LVAL]

Effect. video [LVAL]

50-1200

Frame HS [LVAL]

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rate

[FPS]

Remarks

Full scan Vertical centred Vertical centred Vertical centred Start & height program.

Dual channel output Frame Start Frame End

Mode Scanning SC=0 Full 1 1200 6 0 1200 0 10 30.12 SC=1 1/2 partial 301 900 2 31 600 31 6 54.67 SC=2 1/4 partial 451 750 2 46 300 46 6 91.58 SC=3 1/8 partial 526 675 2 53 150 53 6 138.75 SC=4 Programmable OB = Optical Black. HS = High-Speed dump read out.

Start line

1-1151 50-1200

Stop line

OB [LVAL]

2 -

HS [LVAL]

Effect. video [LVAL]

50-1200

Frame HS [LVAL]

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rate

[FPS]

Remarks

Full scan Vertical centred Vertical centred Vertical centred Start & height program.

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6.3. Input/Output of Timing Signals

6.3.1. Input of Timing Signals

It is not possible to synchronize the camera from an external sync source except by an extern trigger pulse. The camera will always run with its internal X-tal controlled timing. Trigger input through Camera Link. TI=0 Trigger input as TTL on pin #10 on 12 pin Hirose. TI=1 The trigger polarity is active low. TP=0 Trigger input can be changed to active high. TP=1

6.3.2. Output of Timing Signals

To synchronize the video data transfer from the camera the following signals are available in a base configuration of Camera Link: FVAL Frame valid High for valid Frame LVAL Line valid High for valid line PCLK Pixel clock Rising for data stobe DVAL Data valid High for valid data EEN Exposure enable Low during exposure. See the full connector pin assignment for Camera Link in chapter 5.3 and 5.4.5 For complete documentation on the Camera Link standard, please contact your JAI distributor. EEN is also found as a TTL signal on pin #9 on the 12 pin Hirose. EEN is low during exposure.

(Not specified by CL).

6.4. Trigger Modes

This camera can operate in 6 primary modes. 1 non-triggered mode and 5 external trigger modes, which can be set by RS-232C commands.

1. Normal continuous Mode. TR=0 Pre-selected exposure. (SM=0, SM=1)

2. Edge Pre-select Mode. TR=1 Pre-selected exposure. (SM=0, SM=1)

3. Restart Continuous Trigger Mode. TR=2 Pre-selected exposure. (SM=0, SM=1)

4. Pulse Width Control Mode. TR=3 Pulse width controlled exposure.

5. Burst Trigger mode Mode. TR=4 5 EPS. Read out by trailing trig. edge.

6. PIV Mode. TR=5

In normal continuous mode and edge pre-select mode the shutter time can be selected from the normal 10 fixed steps. (SM=0). Or it can be selected from the 1216 steps programmable (SM=1). Pulse width control can be used for long time exposure. The trigger pulse width can be from 2 LVAL to ∞. The exposure time is not recommended to exceed 2 seconds. Partial scan (SC=0 through 3) can be used in all 6 modes.

Important note on changing trigger modes by RS-232C and CL.

Disconnect or stop the trigger input before changing mode by RS-232C or Camera Link. In worst case it can lead to latch-up of camera function and communication if a mode command is received at same time as a trigger pulse. The modes are trigger modes (TR) and scanning (SC). The camera latch-up can only be reset if the power is switched off and on again.

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6.4.1. Continuous Operation (Non triggered)

Mode settings can be done with RS-232C. Trigger Mode Normal. TR=0. It is for applications where the camera is continuously running without external trigger. The shutter mode can be normal or programmable exposure. (SM=0, SM=1). The shutter will work in all 10 steps up to 1/14,000 second or with the programmable exposure in 1216 steps. In partial scanning, shutter times longer than the actual frame time has no meaning. The exposure will be equal the frame time. In this mode it is possible to have CCIR/EIA composite analogue video output for monitor use. It is for full scan only. The video can be 50 or 60 frames per second with a line frequency at 15.734 kHz. CCIR has 290 active lines. Shutter speed <313 LVAL. EIA has 240 active lines. Shutter speed <263 LVAL.

To use this mode: Set function: Trigger mode “Normal” TR=0 Shutter mode “Normal” or “Programmable” SM=0, SM=1 “Shutter Speed” SH=0 through 9 “Programmable exposure” PE=1 through 1216 Scanning format SC=0 through SC=4 Output select OS=0, OS=1, OS=2 Polarity and other functions

Important notes on using this mode.

• Analogue video output OS=2 only for full SC=0

For vertical timing refer to 6.2.2. (Fig. 16.) For horizontal timing refer to 6.2.3 through 6.2.6. (Fig.17. through fig. 20.)

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6.4.2. Edge Pre-select Mode

In EPS mode, the trigger leading edge will start an exposure at the first LVAL pulse if LS=0, (or immediately if LS=1), and it stops and the resulting image is read out after the pre-selected shutter time. It can be the 10 steps in normal or 1216 steps in programmable. SM=0 or SM=1. This mode will operate with full and partial scanning. An EEN pulse will indicate the active accumulation time, and a FVAL pulse indicates that the resulting video is read out.

To use this mode: Set function: Trigger mode “Edge Pre-select” TR=1 LVAL synchronous accumulation LS=0, LS=1 Shutter mode “Normal” or “Programmable” SM=0, SM=1 “Shutter Speed” SH=0 through 9 “Programmable exposure” PE=1 through 1216 Scanning format SC=0 through SC=4 Output select OS=0, OS=1 Polarity and other functions Input: Ext. trigger to Camera Link or pin 10 on 12-pin connector.

Important notes on using this mode.

• The duration of the trigger should be >2LVAL to <3FVAL.

• If LS=0 (Synchronous accumulation), the minimum trigger interval is 1 FVAL + 3 LVAL. The

new exposure should not be finish before the previous frame is read out.

• If LS=1 (Asynchronous accumulation) the minimum trigger interval is the exposure time + 3 LVAL. A new trigger must not be applied before FVAL is low.

• 1LVAL = 47.9 µsec (single). 27.3 µsec (dual).

For horizontal timing refer to 6.2.3 through 6.2.6. (Fig.17. through fig. 20.) For LVAL synchronous accumulation refer to 6.2.7 and 6.2.8. (Fig. 21. fig. 22.)

Ext.Trig1

Ex posur e

DAT A OUT

FVAL

L VAL

SUB

SG

Pe r i o d

EEN

DVAL

1214L

When t he LVAL Sync Accum. : 1.5L When t he LVAL Async Accum.: 0.5 to 1.5L

d

ve

OB

ser

Re

2L

4L

Ef f ec t i ve Li nes

1

2345

1200L

9

8

6

7

9

1

2

1

Fig.24. Edge Pre-select mode vertical timing

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e

R

4L

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6.4.3. Restart Continuous Trigger mode

The RCT mode is in principle the same as normal continuous mode. The difference is that an external trigger pulse will immediately stop the video read out and reset and restart the vertical timing. After a fast dump read out, a new triggered exposure is started and read out as normal. The fast dump read out is performed with a speed 18 times faster for single output, and 10 times faster for dual output. If no further trigger pulses are applied, the camera will continue in normal mode. This fast dump read out has the same effect as “smearless read out”. Smear over highlighted areas are reduced for the triggered frame. The restart continuous trigger mode makes it possible to use a lens with video controlled iris in intelligent traffic surveillance applications.

To use this mode: Set function: Trigger mode “Restart continuous trigger” TR=2 LVAL synchronous accumulation LS=0 Shutter mode “Normal” or “Programmable” SM=0, SM=1 “Shutter Speed” SH=0 through 9 “Programmable exposure” PE=1 through 1216 Scanning format SC=0 through SC=4 Output select OS=0, OS=1 Polarity and other functions Input: Ext. trigger to Camera Link or pin 10 on 12-pin connector.

Important notes on using this mode.

• The duration of the trigger should be >2LVAL to <3FVAL.

• A new trigger must not be applied before the triggered data is read out.

• 1LVAL = 47.9 µsec (single). 27.3 µsec (dual).

• The time for the fast dump read out (smearless) is 3.3 msec.

For horizontal timing refer to 6.2.3. through 6.2.6. (Fig.17. through fig. 20.) For LVAL synchronous accumulation refer to 6.2.7. and 6.2.8. (Fig. 21. fig. 22.)

Fast dump

Fig. 25. Restart Continuous trigger mode

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6.4.4. Pulse Width Control Mode

In PWC mode, the trigger leading edge will start an exposure at the first LVAL pulse if LS=0 (or immediately if LS=1). It stops at the trailing edge of the trigger pulse, and the resulting video is read out. This mode will operate with full and partial scanning. An EEN pulse will indicate the active accumulation time, and a FVAL pulse indicates that the resulting video is read out. Long time exposure can be done with pulse width control mode.

To use this mode: Set function: Trigger mode “Pulse width control” TR=3 LVAL synchronous accumulation LS=0, LS=1 Scanning format SC=0 through SC=4 Output select OS=0, OS=1 Polarity and other functions Input: Ext. trigger to Camera Link or pin 10 on 12-pin connector.

Important notes on using this mode.

• The duration of the trigger can be >2LVAL to ∞. Thermal noise and dark current noise will increase by accumulation time, therefore the exposure time is not recommended to exceed 2 seconds.

• If LS=0 (Synchronous accumulation), the minimum trigger interval is 1 FVAL + 3 LVAL. The new exposure should not be finished before the previous frame is read out.

• If LS=1 (Asynchronous accumulation) the minimum trigger interval is the exposure time + 3 LVAL. A new trigger must not be applied before FVAL is low.

• 1LVAL = 47.9 µsec (single). 27.3 µsec (dual).

For horizontal timing refer to 6.2.3. through 6.2.6. (Fig.17. through fig. 20.) For LVAL synchronous accumulation refer to 6.2.7 and 6.2.8. (Fig. 21. fig. 22.)

Ex t . T r i g 1

FVAL

LVAL

SUB

SG

Exposur e

Pe r i o d

EEN

DAT A OUT

DVA L

1214L

t1

t2

When t he LVAL Sync Accum. : t1=0.5 to 1.5L, t2=1.5L When t he LVAL Async Accum. : t 1=0. 5L, t 2=0. 5 t o 1. 5L

d

e

v

r

OB

2L

Re s e

4L

2345

1

Ef f ec t i ve Li nes

1200L

eser v

R

4L

6

7

8

0

9

0

9

1

2

1

Fig. 26. Pulse Width Control mode vertical timing

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6.4.5. Burst Trigger mode

With the burst trigger function, a single trigger pulse can start a sequence with five previous set pre-selected programmable exposures. The five shutter times can be set with BSH1 through BSH5. (Exposure 1H through 1216H.) The exposure is LVAL synchronous. The sequence will start with the first exposure at the first LVAL pulse after the trigger leading edge, and the result is read out after the selected shutter time. During the read out of the previous frame, the next exposure starts. It will continue until exposure 5 is read out. This mode will operate with full and partial scanning. An EEN pulse will indicate the active accumulation time, and a FVAL pulse indicates that the resulting video sequence is read out.

To use this mode: Set function: Trigger mode “Burst EPS” TR=4 LVAL synchronous accumulation LS=0 Burst Shutter 1 BSH1=1 through 1216 Burst Shutter 2 BSH2=1 through 1216 Burst Shutter 3 BSH3=1 through 1216 Burst Shutter 4 BSH4=1 through 1216 Burst Shutter 5 BSH5=1 through 1216 Scanning format SC=0 through SC=4 Output select OS=0, OS=1 Polarity and other functions Input: Ext. trigger to Camera Link or pin 10 on 12-pin connector.

Important notes on using this mode.

• The duration of the trigger should be >2LVAL to <3FVAL.

• A new trigger must not be applied before FVAL is low after frame 5.

• 1LVAL = 47.9 µsec (single). 27.3 µsec (dual).

For horizontal timing refer to 6.2.3 through 6.2.6. (Fig.17. through fig. 20.) For LVAL synchronous accumulation refer to 6.2.7. (Fig. 21.)

Ext.Trig1

Ex posur e

DAT A OUT

FVAL

L VAL

SUB

SG

Exp. 1 Exp. 2 Exp. 3 Exp. 4 Ex p. 5

Pe r i o d

EEN

Fr a me 1 Fr ame 2 Fr ame 3 Fr ame 4 Fr ame 5

DVAL

Fig. 27. Burst Trigger mode

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6.4.6. PIV mode.

PIV mode (Particle Image Velocimetry) can be used in applications where 2 images should be taken with a very short time interval. It can only be used with strobe flash as illumination. The first accumulation time is fixed at 4 µsec. After a delay >1.5 µsec. the second exposure period starts. It is as long as the time for a full frame. The accumulation is LVAL a-synchronous. The first exposure period starts at the trigger leading edge. The first strobe flash should be fired within the first exposure period, and the second strobe flash during the first frame read out period. The result will then be 2 frames exposed with the flash interval.

To use this mode: Set function: Trigger mode “PIV” TR=5 LVAL synchronous accumulation LS=1 Scanning format SC=0 through SC=4 Output select OS=0, OS=1 Polarity and other functions Input: Ext. trigger to Camera Link or pin 10 on 12-pin connector. 2 strobe flash

Important notes on using this mode.

• The duration of the trigger should be >2LVAL to <3FVAL.

• A new trigger must not be applied before FVAL is low after second frame readout.

• 1LVAL = 47.9 µsec (single). 27.3 µsec (dual).

For horizontal timing refer to 6.2.3. through 6.2.6. (Fig.17. through fig. 20.) For LVAL a-synchronous accumulation refer to 6.2.8. (fig. 22.)

Ex t . T r i g 1

FVAL

L VAL

Min.:2L

Readout del ay :

1 to 2L

SUB

SG

Fi r st Exposur e Per i od

DAT A OUT

4us( 1/ 250, 000s )

EEN

Ext.Trig

LVAL

FVAL

SUB

SG

Exposur e del ay:

Exposur e

Pe r i o d

EEN

156ck( 3. 9us)

104ck

Second Exposur e Per i od

1 f r ame r ead-out per i od

Fi r s t Fr ame

52ck

40ck( 1us)

120ck( 3us)

Fi r st exposur e t i me:

160ck( 4us)

60ck( 1. 5us)

Fig. 28A. PIV mode details

Se co n d Fr a me

Fig. 28. PIV mode

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6.4.7. Sensor Gate Control

This function is for applications with strobe flash illuminations or long time accumulations up to several frames. The resulting video is then read out after the first FVAL (or SG), following the trailing edge of the Sensor Gate Control signal. The sensor gate control signal can be synchronized by the FVAL signal. Fig. 29A. and fig. 29B. shows the minimum sensor gate signal width if it is synchronized to FVAL.

To use this mode: Set function: Trigger mode “Normal” TR=0 Sensor gate control SG=1 LVAL synchronous accumulation LS=1 Scanning format SC=0 through SC=4 Output select OS=0, OS=1 Polarity and other functions Input: Sensor gate control to Camera Link or pin 10 on 12-pin connector.

Important notes on using this mode.

Sensor Gat e

Co n t r o l

Si gnal

FVAL

LVAL

SUB

SG

Exposur e

Pe r i o d

EEN

DAT A OUT

al ways Hi gh

al ways Low

Sensor Gat e

Cont r ol Si gnal

Sensor Gat e

Cont r ol Si gnal

SG di sabl e

No Da t a

Fig. 29. Sensor Gate Control

( 1ck=25ns)

FVAL

LVAL

SG

608ck

( 15. 2us)

444ck

1282ck

( 32. 05us)

78ck

(1.95us)

514ck

82ck

(2. 05us)

Fig. 29A. Sensor Gate Control single channel details

( 1ck=25ns)

190ck

(4.75us)

80ck

(2us)

864ck

( 21. 6us)

80ck

(2us)

FVAL

LVAL

32ck

SG

514ck

Fig. 29B. Sensor Gate Control dual channel details

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6.5. Other Functions.

The following functions are described under their short ASCII command name.

BA: Output bit allocation

With this function the number of bits in the Camera Link video output can be selected to 10 or

8. If 8 bit is selected it is the 8 most significant bits. For the bit allocation in Camera Link output, please refer to “5.4.5. Camera Link interface” and to fig. 7.

MN: Monitor mode

In normal mode (TR=0) and full frame (SC=0) the output command (OS=2) selects the composite analogue monitor video system. MN=1 for CCIR (50 FPS, 313 lines, 290 active lines). MN=0 for EIA (60 FPS, 263 lines, 240 active lines). The line frequency is 15.734 kHz. The video can be seen on a standard monitor with the command OS=2. SW1.1 can also be used. SW1.1 has highest priority.

TI: Trigger input select

To select the trigger input via Camera Link or pin #10 on Hirose connector as a TTL signal. The trigger input can also be selected by the internal switch, which has highest priority.

TP: Trigger polarity

This command can change the trigger polarity.

GS: Gamma select

To select gamma 1 or 0.45. 1 is linear relation between scene luminance and video output. 0.45 will expand the contrast in dark and compress the contras in light parts of the scene.

RP: Rear pot

Select master gain from the potentiometer or RS-232C. Sw1.4 has highest priority.

AU: Auto dual adjust

This function is used to calibrate the 2 channels to have same black level and gain. ABA (Automatic Black Adjust) is a one-push function to align the black level for the 2 channels. AWA (Automatic White Adjust) is a one-push function to align the white level for the 2 channels.

BL: Black level master BLF: Black level fine. Right

To adjust the black level for both channels and to fine adjust the R channel.

GA: Gain level master GLR: gain level fine. Right

To adjust the gain for both channels and to fine adjust the R channel.

KL: Knee point master KNF: Knee point fine. Right

To adjust the Knee point for both channels and to fine adjust the R channel.

Important notes on using this functions.

Adjusting the gain and black level settings should only be done when the camera is on its operation temperature. >30 minutes after power on.

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7. Configuring the Camera

7.1. Mode setting SW1 on rear

Switch SW 1.1 on the camera rear can be used to select digital or analogue video out. SW1.1 has higher priority than RS-232C. SW1.2 is for termination of the trigger 1 input on pin #10 Hirose. (SW1.3 is for termination of the factory test input on pin #11 Hirose) SW1.4 is for master gain selection. SW1.4 has higher priority than RS-232C. Fine gain adjustment on R channel by RS-232C.

SW 1

1

Video out

Trig 1 term.

Factory use

Gain

1 2

2 3

3 4

4

Fig. 30. SW1 on camera rear

Digital < > Analog

TTL < > 75Ω

TTL < > 75Ω TTL < > 75Ω

TTL < > 75Ω

RS-232 < > potm.

7.2. RS-232C/Camera Link switch

The internal switch HR/CL can be used to select the control input via the 12 pin Hirose as RS232C or via Camera Link. Factory setting is Camera Link. The switch is placed inside the camera on the motherboard.

RS- 232C

NC

1 2

2

Hirose < > Camera Link

< >

1

Fig. 31. Internal Switch

7.3. Internal Switch

The switch is placed inside the camera on the motherboard.

SWSW

Fig. 32. Internal switch

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7.4. RS-232C control

All configuration of the CV-M2 camera is done via the RS-232C port on the 12 pin HR connector or via Camera Link. The control mode can be selected by the internal switch RS-232C/Camera Link. The camera can be set up from a PC running terminal emulator software, or using JAI´s camera control software. Below is the description of the ASCII based short command protocol.

Communication setting.

1 CD

Baud Rate 9600 bps Data Length 8 bit Start Bit 1 bit Stop Bit 1 bit

RS 232C cable

CAMERA

Parity None Xon/Xoff Control None

Protocol.

Transmit setting to camera:

NN=[Parameter]<CR><LF> (NN is any kind of command. Capital or small letters.)

The camera answers:

COMPLETE<CR><LF>

To have all communication visible on the emulator screen, start with: EB=1<CR><LF> The camera answers:

COMPLETE<CR><LF>

Transmit request command to camera:

NN?<CR><LF> (NN is any kind of command.)

The camera answers:

NN=[Parameter]<CR><LF>

Transmit the following to have the camera actual setting:

ST?<CR><LF>

The camera answers:

A complete list of the current settings

Transmit the following to have a command list:

HP?<CR><LF>

The camera answers:

A list with all commands and possible settings

Invalid parameters send to camera: (99 is an invalid parameter)

SH=99<CR><LF>

The camera answers:

02 Bad Parameters!!<CR><LF>

To see the firmware number. VN?<CR><LF>

To se the camera ID. It shows the manufacturing lot. ID?<CR><LF>

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RXD

GND

1 CD

4 DTR

6 DSR

2 RXD

3 TXD

5 GND

7 RTS

8 CTS

9 CI

9 pin

D-con

PC COM

PORT

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7.5. CV-M2 command list

Command Name Format Parameter Remarks A – General settings and useful commands EB Echo Back

EB=[Param.]<CR><LF>

ST Camera Status request ST?<CR><LF> HP Online Help request HP?<CR><LF> VN Firmware version VN?<CR><LF> ID Camera ID request ID?<CR><LF> MD Model Name request MD?<CR><LF> UD User ID

UD=[Param.]<CR><LF>

B – Video Output OS Output select

BA Output bit allocation MN Monitor mode

OS=[Param.]<CR><LF>

BA=[Param.]<CR><LF> MN=[Param.]<CR><LF>

C – Timing and shutter related commands SC Scanning format

PS Progr. Par. Scan start PC Progr. Par. Scan hight TR Trigger mode

SM Shutter mode SH Shutter speed

PE Programmable expos.

SC=[Param.]<CR><LF>

PS=[Param.]<CR><LF> PC=[Param.]<CR><LF> TR=[Param.]<CR><LF>

SM=[Param.]<CR><LF> SH=[Param.]<CR><LF>

PE=[Param.]<CR><LF>

BSH1 EPS Burst shutter 1 BSH2 EPS Burst shutter 2 BSH3 EPS Burst shutter 3 BSH4 EPS Burst shutter 4 BSH5 EPS Burst shutter 5

BSH1=[Param.]<CR><LF> BSH2=[Param.]<CR><LF> BSH3=[Param.]<CR><LF> BSH4=[Param.]<CR><LF> BSH5=[Param.]<CR><LF>

D– Signals and polarity LS LVAL synchronous accum TI Trigger Input TP Trigger polarity SG Sensor Gate control

LS=[Param.]<CR><LF> TI=[Param.]<CR><LF> TP=[Param.]<CR><LF> SG=[Param.]<CR><LF>

E – Gain and analogue signals setting BL Black level master BLF Black level R fine GA Gain level master GAF Gain level R fine KN Knee select KL Knee point master level KNF Knee point R fine level GS Gamma select RP Rear Potentiometer AU Auto dual adjust

BL=[Param.]<CR><LF> BLF=[Param.]<CR><LF> GA=[Param.]<CR><LF> GAF=[Param.]<CR><LF> KN=[Param.]<CR><LF> KL=[Param.]<CR><LF> KNF=[Param.]<CR><LF> GS=[Param.]<CR><LF> RP=[Param.]<CR><LF> AU=[Param.]<CR><LF>

F – Saving and loading data in EEPROM LD Load settings from

LD=[Param.]<CR><LF>

camera EEPROM

SA Save settings to camera

SA=[Param.]<CR><LF>

EEPROM

EA EEPROM area request EA?<CR><LF>

*) Disconnect the trigger input before changing mode by RS-232C or Camera Link.

!! Do not try to use commands or parameters not shown in this list.

0=Echo off 1=Echo on Off at power up Actual setting Command list 3 letter version 10 Characters

User text ≤16 Characters

0=single chan. 2=monitor 0=10 bit 1=8 bit Camera Link

0=EIA (60FPS) 1=CCIR (50FPS) Analog in BNC

0=full frame 2=1/4 partial 4= progr. p. sc 1-1151 Start line #

50-1200 Hight line# 0=normal

2=Restart Cont 4=Burst EPS 0=Normal 1=Program. exp

0=Off (frame) 2=1/120 4=1/500 6=1/2000 8=1/8000 1-1216 (1.5H to 1216.5H. single chan) 1-1216 (1.5H to 1216.5H. dual channel)

1-1216 (As programmable shutter)

0= syn. accum 1=asyn. accum 0= CamerLink 1= 12 pin Hirose 0= active low 1= active high 0= Off 1= ON Only if TR=0

0-1023 (0=low, 1023=high)

-512 to 511 (-512=low, 511=high) 0-4095 (0 = low, 4095 =high) Range –4 to 14 dB

-2048 to 2047 (-2048=low, 2047=high) 0=Off 1=ON 0-1023 (0=low, 1023=high)

-512 to 511 (-512=low, 511=high) 0=Off ( =1) 1=ON ( =0.45) Single ch. Only 0=manual gain 1=rear potm. 0=Off

2=AWA

0=Factory data 1=User 1 area Latest used data

1=User 1 area

0=Factory data 1=User 1 area Return the latest

1=dual chan. 1-2 Camera Link

1=1/2 partial 3=1/8 partial

1=Edge pre-sel 3=Pulse width 5=PIV

1=1/60 3=1/250 5=1/1000 7=1/4000 9=1/14,000

1=ABA

Parameter = 0 is

≤10 Characters For user ID data

3 Analog in BNC

*)

All10 steps are valid in normal trigger mode, EPS and RCT mode.

H = 47.9µsec H = 27.3µsec

at power up

not allowed

used data area

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7.6. Camera Control Tool for CV-M2

From www.jai.com Camera Control Tool for Windows 98/NT/2000 can be downloaded. The control tool contents a camera control program and tools for making your own program. For the integrator and experienced user, the Camera Control Toll is much more than a program with a window interface. It also provides an easy and efficient ActiveX interface built for MS Windows 98, ME, NT and 2000. The OCX interface has the ability to connect to the camera using the serial interface of the PC by reading and writing properties for the camera. This integration requires simple programming skills within Visual Basic, Visual C++ or similar languages in a Microsoft Windows environment. Below the different windows are shown.

Fig. 33. Camera Control Tool main bar.

Fig. 34. About window.

Fig.35. Gain setup window.

Fig. 36 Shutter and Sync window.

Fig. 37. Communication window.

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8. External Appearance and Dimensions

9. Specifications

9.1. Spectral sensitivity

Fig. 38. Outline.

1.0

0.8

0.6

0.4

Relative response

0.2

0.0 300 400 500 600 700 800

Wave lenght (nm )

Fig. 39. Spectral sensitivity for M2.

900

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9.2. Specification table

Specifications CV-M2

Scanning system Progressive 1216 lines 17 frames/sec. Pixel clock 40.00 MHz Line frequency, single output dual output

Frame rate, single output dual output CCD sensor 1” progressive scan monochrome IT CCD

Sensing area 11.8 (h) x 8.9 (v) mm Cell size Effective pixels 1600 (h) x 1200 (v) Pixels in video output Full 1/2 partial 1/4 partial 1/8 partial Variable scan Sensitivity on sensor 1.4 lx (100% video out. Min. gain. 0 dB)

S/N ratio >50 dB Video output digital single digital dual Monitor video output. Analogue Iris video output. Analogue Gamma 1.0 or 0.45 (Single channel only) Knee function Slope 100% to 20%. Knee point adjustable Gain Gain range Synchronization Int. X-tal. Ext. random trigger (LVAL synch. or asynch.) Inputs TTL Camera Link Outputs TTL Camera Link

Control interface TXD and RXD via RS 232C

Trigger modes

Read out modes Single or dual digital output. Analogue output.

Shutter speed (fixed)

Pulse width control Programmable exposure

Variable scan 50 to 1200 lines Functions controlled by RS 232C Operating temperature Humidity 20 – 80% non-condensing Storage temp/humidity Power Lens mount C-mount Dimensions 40 x 50 x 120 mm (HxWxD) Weight 310g

1 channel 2 channel 1600 (h) x 1200 (v) 17.17 FPS 30.12 FPS 1600 (h) x 600 (v) 32.52 FPS 54.67 FPS 1600 (h) x 300 (v) 57.99 FPS 91.58 FPS 1600 (h) x 150 (v) 95.77 FPS 138.75 FPS 1600 (h) x 50 (v) to 1200 (v) <167 FPS <208 FPS

Off, 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/8000,

20.88 kHz (1916 pixel clock/line). (H = 47.9 µsec)

36.63 kHz (1092 pixel clock/line). (H = 27.3 µsec)

17.17 frames/sec. (1216 lines/frame)

30.12 frames/sec. (1216 lines/frame)

Kodak KAI-2000M

7.4 (h) x 7.4 (v) µm

0.2 lx (50% video out. Max. gain. 12 dB)

10 or 8 bit in Camera Link

2 x 10/8 bit in Camera Link

Composite 1.0 Vpp, 75 Ω (50 or 60 FPS. 15.734 kHz)

0.7 Vpp, 75 Ω (for iris control)

Manual, potentiometer or remote

-3 to +12 dB (0 – 4095)

Ext. trigger TTL 4 V ±2 V

Ext. trigger EEN output

Pixel clock output

D0-D9 output

DVAL output LVAL output FVAL output

EEN output. (Not specified by Camera Link).

TDX and RDX via Camera Link

Continuous, Edge pre-select, Pulse width control,

Reset Continuous Trigger, PIV and

EPS Burst (with 5 programmable shutter times)

Partial scan.

1/14,000 second

1.5 H to ∞. (>72 µsec.) <2 sec. is recommended

1.5 H to 1216.5 H (71.9 µsec. to 58.2 msec.) Single channel

1.5 H to 1216.5 H (41 µsec. to 33.2 msec.) Dual channel

Shutter, Trigger, Scanning, Readout,

Trigger input, Video level, Set-up level and Gain

-5°C to +45°C

-25°C to +60°C/20 – 90% non-condensing 12V DC ± 10%. 6.6 W

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10. Appendix

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 setting.

Typical CCD Characteristics

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

V. Smear

Due to an excessive bright object such as electric lighting, sun or strong reflection, vertical smear may be visible on the video monitor screen. This phenomenon is related to the characteristics of the Interline Transfer System employed in the CCD.

V. Aliasing

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

Blemishes

Some pixel defects can occur, but this does not have en effect on the practical operation.

Patterned Noise

When the CCD camera captures a dark object at high temperature or is used for long time integration, fixed pattern noise (shown as white dots) may appear on the video monitor screen.

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11. Users Record

CV-M2

Camera type: CV-M2

Revision: (Revision A)

Serial No. ……………..

Firmware version. ……………..

Camera ID. ……………..

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

Users Mode Settings.

Users Modifications.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

AS DEFINED BY THE COUNCIL DIRECTIVE

89/336/EEC

EMC (ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPABILITY)

WE HEREWITH DECLARE THAT THIS PRODUCT

COMPLIES WITH THE FOLOWING PROVISIONS APPLYING TO IT.

EN-50081-1

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.

JAI A-S, Denmark

Phone +45 4457 8888 Fax +45 4491 8880 www.jai.com

JAI Corporation, Japan

Phone +81 45 933 5400 Fax +81 45 931 6142 www.jai-corp.co.jp

JAI UK Ltd, England

Phone +44 0 1895 821 481 Fax +44 0 1895 824 466 www.jai.com

JAI Pulnix Inc, USA

Phone (Toll-Free) +1 877 472-5909 Phone +1 408-747-0300 www.jai.com

EN-50082-1

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JAI CV-M2 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1. General

2. Standard Composition

3. Main Features

4. Locations and Functions

5. Pin Assignment

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

5.2. BNC connector for analogue monitor video output

5.3. Digital Output Connector for Camera Link

5.4. Input and Output Circuits

5.4.1. Monitor video output

5.4.2. Iris video output

5.4.3. Trigger input

5.4.4. EEN output

5.4.5. Camera Link interface

6. Functions and Operations

6.1. Basic functions

6.1.1. Dual video output

6.1.2. Burst trigger

6.1.3. Restart continuous trigger mode

6.1.4. PIV mode

6.1.5. Sensor Gate Control

6.1.6. Digital video out allocation

6.1.7. Knee function.

6.2. Sensor layout and timing.

6.2.1. CCD sensor layout

6.2.2. Vertical timing

6.2.3. Horizontal timing single channel

6.2.4. Horizontal timing details single channel

6.2.5. Horizontal timing dual channel

6.2.6. Horizontal timing details dual channel

6.2.7. LVAL synchronous accumulation

6.2.8. LVAL a-synchronous accumulation

6.2.9. Partial scanning vertical timing

6.3. Input/Output of Timing Signals

6.3.1. Input of Timing Signals

6.3.2. Output of Timing Signals

6.4. Trigger Modes

6.4.1. Continuous Operation (Non triggered)

6.4.2. Edge Pre-select Mode

6.4.3. Restart Continuous Trigger mode

6.4.4. Pulse Width Control Mode

6.4.5. Burst Trigger mode

6.4.6. PIV mode.

6.4.7. Sensor Gate Control

6.5. Other Functions.

7. Configuring the Camera

7.1. Mode setting SW1 on rear

7.2. RS-232C/Camera Link switch

7.3. Internal Switch

7.4. RS-232C control

7.5. CV-M2 command list

7.6. Camera Control Tool for CV-M2

8. External Appearance and Dimensions

9. Specifications

9.1. Spectral sensitivity

9.2. Specification table

10. Appendix

11. Users Record