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Contents
PREFACE Welcome vi
Purpose of This Manual vi
Manual Conventions vi
CHAPTER 1 Introduction 1-1
Product Summary 1-2
Features and Benefits 1-2
Applications 1-3
Package Contents 1-3
Vision MINI Smart Camera Models 1-4
Part Number Structure 1-4
CHAPTER 2 System Components 2-1
Hardware Components 2-1
Important Label Information 2-4
Mounting and Wiring the Vision MINI Smart Camera 2-5
Status Indicators 2-10
AutoVISION Button 2-11
Trigger Debounce 2-12
CHAPTER 3 Optics and Lighting 3-1
Optics 3-2
Illumination 3-3
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APPENDIX A Connector Pinouts A-1
Vision MINI Smart Camera Connectors A-2
APPENDIX B Cable Specifications B-1
61-000208-01 USB Type A to USB Type B Plug Cable B-2
61-000105-01 Host Cable, MS-Connect 210 to Host, Stripped to 9-Pin
Socket
B-3
61-000196-02 Vision MINI USB / I/O Cable (Attached) B-4
61-300026-03 Communication Cable, DB25 Plug to DB9 Socket B-6
97-000012-02 Power Supply, 90-254 VAC, 24VDC, USA/Euro Plug B-7
99-000017-01 Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Dark On B-8
99-000017-02 Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Light On, MS-Connect 210
Configuration B-9
APPENDIX C General Specifications C-1
Vision MINI Smart Camera General Specifications C-2
Dimensions C-7
Field of View and Working Distance C-8
APPENDIX D Serial Commands D-1
APPENDIX E Vision MINI Diagnostic Boot Mode E-1
APPENDIX F USB Power Management F-1
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Preface
PREFACE Welcome
Purpose of This Manual
This manual contains detailed information about how to configure and
operate the Vision MINI Smart Camera.
Manual Conventions
The following typographical conventions are used throughout this manual.
• Items emphasizing important information are bolded.
• Menu selections, menu items and entries in screen images are
indicated as: Run (triggered), Modify..., etc.
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CHAPTER 1 Introduction
FIGURE 1–1. Vision MINI Smart Camera
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Product Summary
The Vision MINI Smart Camera is designed for reliable vision performance
in embedded identification and inspection applications. As the world’s
smallest fully-integrated vision system, the Vision MINI’s compact size
and wide angle optics provide the best performance available for
machine vision tasks at close range.
The Vision MINI allows OEM design engineers to implement inspection,
color matching, symbol decoding, OCR, and more, in a single compact
solution. The camera’s small form factor allows flexible positioning in tight
spaces. The lightweight and durable magnesium alloy case weighs less
than 2 ounces.
Pressing the AutoVISION button at the back of the Vision MINI enables
real time dynamic autofocus. When an object is centered in the field of
view and the AutoVISION button is pressed, the camera automatically
adjusts focal distance and sets internal parameters to optimize image
captures.
AutoVISION software, designed for use with the Vision MINI, provides an
intuitive interface, step-by-step configuration, and a library of presets that
allow easy setup and deployment. For more complex vision applications,
the system can be upgraded from AutoVISION to Visionscape.
Features and Benefits
• World’s smallest fully functional vision system
• Virtual Ethernet over USB
• OEM-ready for easy integration
• Integrated lighting and autofocus lens
• Flexible programming options for custom applications
• AutoVISION button for automatic targeting, calibration, and triggering
• Simplified configuration with AutoVISION software
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Applications
• Part presence/absence
• Color detection and matching
• Medical device inspection
• Fiducial location
• Part location/orientation detection
• Packaging
• Robotics
• Auto ID (Data Matrix and other 2D symbologies, 1D, OCR)
Applications
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Package Contents
Before you install AutoVISION software and connect your Vision MINI
Smart Camera, please take a moment to confirm that the following items
are available:
• Vision MINI Smart Camera — Your package contains one of the
available models listed in Table 1–1.
• USB Type A to USB Type B Cable
• AutoVISION Software Installation USB Drive
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Vision MINI Smart Camera Models
Table 1–1 lists and describes the Vision MINI Smart Camera models,
including acquisition modes and resolutions.
TABLE 1–1. Vision MINI Smart Camera Models
Part Number Vision MINI Smart Camera Model
GMV-6300-2100G Vision MINI, USB, STD, WVGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION
GMV-6300-2102G Vision MINI, USB, STD, WVGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION+Visionscape
GMV-6300-2104G Vision MINI, USB, STD, WVGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION+Verification/OCV
GMV-6300-2106G
GMV-6300-2110G Vision MINI, USB, STD, SXGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION
GMV-6300-2112G Vision MINI, USB, STD, SXGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION+Visionscape
GMV-6300-2114G Vision MINI, USB, STD, SXGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION+Verification/OCV
GMV-6300-2116G
GMV-6300-2172G Vision MINI, USB, STD, QXGA Color, Built-In Lighting, Visionscape
GMV-6300-2200G Vision MINI, USB, HD, WVGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION
GMV-6300-2202G Vision MINI, USB, HD, WVGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION+Visionscape
GMV-6300-2204G Vision MINI, USB, HD, WVGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION+ Verification/OCV
GMV-6300-2206G
GMV-6300-2210G Vision MINI, USB, HD, SXGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION
GMV-6300-2212G Vision MINI, USB, HD, SXGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION+Visionscape
GMV-6300-2214G Vision MINI, USB, HD, SXGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION+Verification/OCV
GMV-6300-2216G
GMV-6300-2272G Vision MINI, USB, HD, QXGA Color, Built-In Lighting, Visionscape
Vision MINI, USB, STD, WVGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION+Visionscape+Verification/OCV
Vision MINI, USB, STD, SXGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION+Visionscape+Verification/OCV
Vision MINI, USB, HD, WVGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION+Visionscape+Verification/OCV
Vision MINI, USB, HD, SXGA, Built-In Lighting, AutoVISION+Visionscape+Verification/OCV
Part Number Structure
GMV 6300
Comm Lens Sensor Options RoHS Custom
General
Machine
Vision
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2 = USB
1 = Standard
Density
2 = High
Density
0 =
WVGA
1 =
SXGA
7 = Color
QXGA
0 = AutoVISION
AutoVISION +
2 =
Visionscape
4 = AutoVISION +
Verification/OCV
6 = AutoVISION +
Visionscape +
Verification/OCV
G = RoHS
compliant
0 to 99
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CHAPTER 2 System Components
This section contains information about system components as well as
information to help you connect the Vision MINI Smart Camera. Specific
information describes connectors, adapters, cables, pinouts, and signals.
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System Components
Note: There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Hardware Components
Table 2-1 lists Vision MINI Smart Camera hardware components.
TABLE 2–1. Vision MINI Smart Camera Hardware Components
Part Number Description
Upgrade to Visionscape
98-000217-01
Demo Kit
98-000215-01
Power Supply
97-000012-02 Power Supply, 90-254 VAC, 24VDC, USA/Euro Plug
Communication and I/O Devices and Cables
FIS-0001-0035G IC-332 Adapter
FIS-0210-000XG MS-Connect 210 Connectivity Box
99-000018-01 IB-131 Interface Box
61-000105-01 Host Cable, MS-Connect 210 to Host, stripped-to-9-pin
Upgrade from AutoVISION to full Visionscape functionality
Demo Kit (Carrying case, mounting blocks, mounting rods, power supply, IC-332, IB-131,
cables, object detector, test cards, documentation)
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TABLE 2–1. Vision MINI Smart Camera Hardware Components (Continued)
Part Number Description
61-000127-01 Camera Cable, MS-Connect 210 to Camera, 6’
61-000208-01 USB Type A to USB Type B Cable, 6’
61-300026-03 Communication Cable, DB25 Plug to DB9 Socket, 6’
Mounting Options
98-000048-01 Mounting Arm Kit
98-000053-01 (4”)
98-000053-02 (3”)
98-000054-01 Base Plate Kit
98-000057-01 Through-Hole Mount Bracket
98-000060-01 Side Mount Bracket
98-000088-01 Right-Angle Mirror Kit
98-000098-01 Diffuser Accessory Kit
Object Detectors
99-000017-01 Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Dark On
99-000017-02 Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Light On, MS-Connect 210 Configuration
Documentation
37-000010-01
Extension Joint Kit
Microscan Tools Drive (Software, User Manuals, Quick Start Guides, Configuration
Guides, links to other documents on Microscan website
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Front
Hardware Components
Figure 2–1 shows the front of the Vision MINI Smart Camera.
FIGURE 2–1. Front
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System Components
Base
Figure 2–2 shows the base of the Vision MINI Smart Camera.
FIGURE 2–2. Base
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USB / I/O cable
(attached)
AutoVISION
Button
Status Indicators (TRIG, PASS,
FAIL, MODE, LINK/ACT, PWR)
Back
Figure 2-3 shows the back of the Vision MINI Smart Camera.
FIGURE 2–3. Back
Important Label Information
Each Vision MINI Smart Camera has its own label, which contains
important information about that camera.
• P/N – The Microscan part number of your Vision MINI Smart Camera.
• S/N — The serial number of your Vision MINI Smart Camera.
• MAC — The MAC address of your Vision MINI Smart Camera.
• Type — The model type of your Vision MINI Smart Camera.
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Mounting and Wiring the Vision MINI Smart Camera
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1
2
3
6
4
5
Mounting and Wiring the Vision MINI Smart Camera
• Mount the camera (1) securely in its camera stand (not supplied).
• Make sure the camera (1) is mounted at the optimal distance of 2” to 6”.
• Mount the camera (1) as required by the application.
• Connect the USB side of the camera cable (2) to the USB host cable (3).
• Connect the IC-332 (4) to the IB-131 (5).
• Connect the D-sub side of the camera cable (2) to the IC-332 (4).
• Connect the trigger (6) to the IB-131 (5).
• Connect the power supply (7) to the IB-131 (5).
• Plug in the power supply (7).
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Direct Input / Output Diagrams
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Mounting and Wiring the Vision MINI Smart Camera
Isolated Trigger Input with IC-332
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New Master Input with IC-332
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Power Requirements
Refer to Table 2-3 when determining the power supply requirements for
your camera.
TABLE 2–3. Camera Power Requirements
Mounting and Wiring the Vision MINI Smart Camera
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Vision MINI Sensor 5VDC
WVGA
SXGA
QXGA
Optional
400 mA @ 5 VDC (typ.), 4.0 watts max.
465 mA @ 5 VDC (typ.), 4.5 watts max.
400 mA @ 5 VDC (typ.), 4.2 watts max.
10-28 V with IC-332 accessory
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Chapter 2 System Components
Trigger Status
Inspection Status
Camera Status
Communication Status
Power Status
Status Indicators
The back of the Vision MINI Smart Camera has multiple LEDs that indicate
different trigger, inspection, camera, communication, and power states.
TRIG
PASS/FAIL
MODE
LINK/ACT
PWR
Additional User Feedback
On Steady Continuous Trigger
Off Waiting for Trigger Event
On Flashing Trigger Event
On Active State
Off Inactive State
On Steady Unit Ready
Off Unit Not Ready
On Steady Link Established
Off No Link/Activity
On Flashing Link Established and Activity on Link
On Power On
Off No Power Applied to Unit
• Green Flash – A green flash from the front of the unit indicates a Good Read.
• Blue Targeting Pattern – The blue targeting pattern from the front of the
unit allows the user to center an object in the camera’s field of view.
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Fail has occurred.
• Beeper – The beeper is an audible verification that either a Pass or a
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AutoVISION Button
AutoVISION Button
2
The AutoVISION Button has three positions, selectable by the length of
time the button is held down, and indicated by one, two, or three beeps
and LED flashes in succession. It can also be used to send a trigger
signal when Send Trigger is checked in AutoVISION software’s Connect
view. When the trigger functionality is enabled, pushing the AutoVISION
Button triggers the camera to capture an image.
1st Position: Blue Targeting Pattern
The first AutoVISION Button position turns the targeting system on.
This overrides any other targeting modes that have been configured.
2nd Position: Auto Calibration
The second AutoVISION Button position starts the Auto Calibration
process, which selects the appropriate photometry and focus settings
for the camera. The selected values are then saved for power-on.
System Components
3rd Position: Teach
The third AutoVISION Button position sets the Match String to the
next OCR string or symbol data that is decoded.
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Chapter 2 System Components
Trigger Debounce
Trigger Debounce
change – a common issue with relays that have some intermittent contact while engaging.
is the ability of the system to accomodate switching noise on a trigger state
Trigger overruns (when the vision system is triggered faster than the device can process)
can be avoided by increasing the “debounce” time in the camera definition file located in
the C:\Microscan\Vscape\Drivers\CamDefs directory.
The IO Line Debounce High Time and IO Line Debounce Low Time can be added to the
file as in the example below. The default debounce time is 1 ms (1,000 μs).
Note: Although the value entered for the "IO Line Debounce Time" is in microseconds, it
will only be rounded up to a millisecond value. For example, entering the value 1001 will
resolve to 2 ms; entering a value of 2800 will resolve to 3 ms.
The min value for "IO Line Debounce Time" is 0, which disables software debounce
altogether. The maximum value is 100000 (100 ms).
Camera Definition File Example
// Camera Definition File
// Version: 1.02
Camera Name VisionMINI 1280x1024 // Name Displayed in
Camdef Selection Dialog
Digitizer Type 5000 // Number
associated with VisionMini SXGA
Stride 1280 // Image Width
Rows 1024 // Image Height
X Offset 0 // Image X Offset
Y Offset 0 // Image Y Offset
Bits Per Pixel 8 // Bits that represent Pixel Value
Pixel Type 0 // Type of Pixel:
MONOCHROME=0, COLOR_RGB=1, COLOR_BGR=2, COLOR_BAYGR8=3, COLOR_BAYRG8=4,
COLOR_BAYGB8=5, COLOR_BAYBG8=6, COLOR_HSI=7
Image Structure 1 // Pixel Organization: Packed=1, TwoPlanes =
2, ThreePlanes = 3
Async Control 1 // Controllable shutter time. Usually
using a pulse width specified in usecs
Usecs Per Frame 62500 // Fastest time to acquire a frame: 16 FPS
// -1 Disables timeout feature
X Offset 0
Y Offset 0
// IO Configuration
GPIO Edit Mask 0x0000
GPIO Defaults 0x0001 // 1 General Purpose Input 3 General Purpose
Outputs
GPIO Count 4
GPIO Inputs 1
GPIO Outputs 3
Sensors 1 // One input dedicated
to Trigger signal
Strobes 0
Virtual IO 2048
IO Line Debounce High Time 2000 //usecs
IO Line Debounce Low Time 2000 //usecs
// Focus & Photometry Ranges
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Trigger Debounce
Gain Dflt 20
Gain Min 0
Gain Max 100 // 0 to 100%
Exp Dflt 4000
Exp Min 66
Exp Max 66667 // 1/15 to 1/15,000
Focus Dflt 400
Focus Min 200
Focus Max 600 // 2 to 6 inches
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CHAPTER 3 Optics and Lighting
This section describes the optical and illumination characteristics of the
Vision MINI Smart Camera.
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Chapter 3 Optics and Lighting
Optics
The monochrome and color versions of the Vision MINI Smart Camera have a built-in
CMOS sensor, available in Standard Density or High Density (2.5 mm).
WVGA (752 x 480) Field of View
Standard Density High Density
Working Distance
2
3
4
5
6
Horizontal FOV Vertical FOV
1.486 0.949 2 0.663 0.560
2.188 1.396 3 0.954 0.824
2.889 1.844 4 1.246 1.089
3.591 2.292 5 1.537 1.354
4.292 2.740 6 1.828 1.619
Working Distance
Horizontal FOV Vertical FOV
SXGA (1280 x 1024) Field of View
Working Distance
2
3
4
5
6
QXGA (2048 x 1536) Field of View
Working Distance
2
3
4
5
Standard Density High Density
Horizontal FOV Vertical FOV
2.186 1.749 2 1.264 1.011
3.182 2.545 3 1.850 1.480
4.177 3.342 4 2.436 1.949
5.173 4.138 5 3.022 2.418
6.168 4.935 6 3.608 2.886
Standard Density High Density
Horizontal FOV Vertical FOV
2.165 1.749 2 1.264 0.948
3.180 2.545 3 1.850 1.388
4.195 3.342 4 2.436 1.827
5.210 4.138 5 3.022 2.267
Working Distance
Working Distance
Horizontal FOV Vertical FOV
Horizontal FOV Vertical FOV
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Illumination
Lighting Examples
Illumination
The Vision MINI Smart Camera has built-in lighting (red LEDs). The LEDs can
be configured to operate in multiple modes – Continuous, Strobe, and Off.
3
The following lighting examples were captured using a Standard Density
Vision MINI with built-in lighting (red LEDs).
FIGURE 3–1.
Optical Axis of Camera Positioned at 90° from Image Plane
FIGURE 3–2.
Optical Axis of Camera Positioned at 60° from Image Plane
On-Axis –
Off-Axis – Semi-Specular Surface (Fine Matte Metal Ruler) at 2”,
Semi-Specular Surface (Fine Matte Metal Ruler) at 2”,
Optics and Lighting
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Chapter 3 Optics and Lighting
Before correct lighting
After correct lighting with
a NERLITE Illuminator
Machine Vision Lighting Principles
Proper lighting is critical to the success of a machine vision
application. The Vision MINI features integrated lighting (built-in red
LEDs @ 617nm). Depending on the requirements of your application,
you may also need to add external lighting from Microscan’s
NERLITE family of machine vision lighting products.
Consider the following when setting up your application:
– Is the surface of the object flat, slightly bumpy, or very bumpy?
– Is the surface matte or shiny?
– Is the object curved or flat?
– What is the color of the object or area being inspected?
– Is the object moving or stationary?
Machine vision lighting should maximize contrast of the areas or features
being inspected while minimizing the contrast of everything else.
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A
APPENDIX A Connector Pinouts
This section contains information about the Vision MINI Smart Camera’s
USB and I/O connectors.
A
Connector Pinouts
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Appendix A Connector Pinouts
USB / I/O Cable (attached)
Vision MINI Smart Camera Connectors
USB and I/O Cable
Figure A–1 shows the location of the USB and I/O cable.
FIGURE A–1. USB and I/O Cable
TABLE A–1. and TABLE A-2. describe the USB and I/O cable signals.
TABLE A–1. USB and I/O Cable Pin Assignments (15-pin D-sub Socket)
Pin Host RS-232 In/Out
1 Power +5VDC In
2 TxD Out
3 RxD In
4 Power/Signal Ground
5 NC
6 NC
7 Output 1 TTL (Can sink 10mA and souce 10mA) Out
8 Default configuration (activated by connecting pin 8 to ground
pin 4)
9 Trigger In
10 NC In
11 Output 3 TTL (Can sink 10mA and souce 10mA) Out
12 Learn (NPN) In
In
13 Chassis ground (Connects chassis body to earth ground only. Do not
use as power or signal return.)
14 Output 2 TTL (Can sink 10mA and souce 10mA) Out
15 NC
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Vision MINI Smart Camera Connectors
Figure A-2 shows the pinout of the 15-pin D-sub Socket.
FIGURE A–2. 15-pin D-sub Socket
TABLE A–2. USB and I/O Cable Pin Assignments (USB Type B Socket)
A
Connector Pinouts
Pin Function
1 Vbus (5V)
2 D–
3 D+
4 Ground
Figure A-3 shows the pinout of the USB Type B Socket.
FIGURE A–3. USB Type B Socket
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Appendix A Connector Pinouts
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B
APPENDIX B Cable Specifications
This section contains information about Vision MINI Smart Camera cables.
B
Cable Specifications
Note: Cable specifications are published for information only. Microscan
does not guarantee the performance or quality of cables provided by
other suppliers.
TABLE B–1. Cable Part Numbers and Descriptions
Part Number Description
61-000105-01
61-000196-02 Cable, Vision MINI, USB / I/O (attached to camera)
61-000208-01 USB Type A to USB Type B Cable, 6’
61-300026-03 Communication Cable, DB25 Plug to DB9 Socket, 6’
97-000012-02 Power Supply, 90-254 VAC, 24VDC, USA/Euro Plug
99-000017-01 Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Dark On
99-000017-02
Host Cable, MS-Connect 210 to Host, stripped-to-9-pin
Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Light On, MS-Connect
210 Configuration
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Appendix B Cable Specifications
USB Type B Plug
USB Type A
Ferrite Bead
61-000208-01 USB Type A to USB Type B Plug Cable
The 61-000208-01 USB Type A to USB Type B Plug Cable is a double-ended
shielded ferrite bead USB cable.
Figure B-1 shows the 61-000208-01 USB Type A to USB Type B Plug Cable.
FIGURE B–1. USB Type A to USB Type B Plug Cable
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61-000105-01 Host Cable, MS-Connect 210 to Host, Stripped to 9-Pin Socket
9-Pin D-sub Socket
61-000105-01 Schematic
61-000105-01 Host Cable, MS-Connect 210 to Host, Stripped
to 9-Pin Socket
The 61-000105-01 Host Cable, MS-Connect 210 to Host is a single-ended
shielded serial cable with a DB9 connector on one end, intended for
configurations that include the MS-Connect 210 Wiring Box.
B
Figure B-2 shows the 61-000105-01 Host Cable, MS-Connect 210 to Host.
FIGURE B–2. Host Cable, MS-Connect 210 to Host
Cable Specifications
Table B-2 describes the signals for the 61-000105-01 Host Cable, MS-Connect
210 to Host.
TABLE B–2. Host Cable, MS-Connect 210 to Host Pin Assignments
Pin Function
2 TX 232
3 RX 232
5 Signal Ground
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Appendix B Cable Specifications
15-Pin D-sub Socket
USB Type B Socket
61-000196-02 Vision MINI USB / I/O Cable (Attached)
The 61-000196-02 Vision MINI USB / I/O Cable is attached to the
camera. It is a shielded cable in a “pigtail” configuration with a USB Type
B socket and an RS-232 15-pin D-sub socket.
Figure B-3 shows the 61-000196-02 Vision MINI USB / I/O Cable.
FIGURE B–3. Vision MINI USB / I/O Cable (Attached)
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61-000196-02 Vision MINI USB / I/O Cable (Attached)
Tables B-3 and B-4 describe the signals for the 61-000196-02 Vision MINI
USB / I/O Cable.
TABLE B–3. USB and I/O Cable Pin Assignments (15-pin D-sub Socket)
Pin Host RS-232 In/Out
1 Power +5VDC In
2 TxD Out
3 RxD In
4 Power/Signal Ground
5 NC
6 NC Out
7 Output 1 TTL (Can sink 10mA and souce 10mA) Out
B
Cable Specifications
8 Default configuration (activated by connecting pin 8 to ground
pin 4)
9 Trigger In
10 NC In
11 Output 3 TTL (Can sink 10mA and souce 10mA) Out
12 Input 1 (NPN) In
13 Chassis ground (Connects chassis body to earth ground only. Do not
use as power or signal return.)
14 Output 2 TTL (Can sink 10mA and souce 10mA) Out
15 NC
TABLE B–4. USB and I/O Cable Pin Assignments (USB Type B Socket)
Pin Function
1 Vbus (5V)
2 D–
3 D+
4 Ground
In
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Appendix B Cable Specifications
25-Pin D-sub
Plug
9-Pin D-sub
Socket
61-300026-03 Schematic
61-300026-03 Communication Cable, DB25 Plug to DB9 Socket
The 61-300026-03 Communication Cable, DB25 Plug to DB9 Socket is a
shielded RS-232 cable ending in a 25-pin D-sub plug and a 9-pin D-sub socket.
Figure B-4 shows the 61-300026-03 Communication Cable, DB25 Plug to
DB9 Socket.
FIGURE B–4. Communication Cable, DB25 Plug to DB9 Socket
Table B-5 describes the signals for the 61-300026-03 Communication
Cable, DB25 Plug.
TABLE B–5.
Pin Function
2TxD
3 RxD
7 Ground
Communication Cable, DB25 Plug Pin Assignments
Table B-6 describes the signals for the 61-300026-03 Communication
Cable, DB9 Socket.
TABLE B–6.
Pin Function
2RxD
3 TxD
5 Ground
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97-000012-02 Power Supply, 90-254 VAC, 24VDC, USA/Euro Plug
3-Pin Micro-Change Connector
97-000012-02 Power Supply, 90-254 VAC, 24VDC, USA/Euro Plug
The 97-000012-02 Power Supply, 90-254 VAC, 24VDC, USA/Euro Plug
ends in a 3-pin connector and comes with both a U.S. and Euro plug.
Figure B-5 shows the 97-000012-02 Power Supply, 90-254 VAC, 24VDC,
USA/Euro Plug.
B
FIGURE B–5. Power Supply, 90-254 VAC, 24VDC, USA/Euro Plug
Table B-7 describes the signals for the 97-000012-02 Power Supply, 90-254
VAC, 24VDC, USA/Euro Plug.
Cable Specifications
TABLE B–7.
Pin Function
1 Ground (Black)
2 Shield (Bare)
3 +24VDC (White)
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Appendix B Cable Specifications
99-000017-01 Schematic
99-000017-01 Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Dark On
The 99-000017-01 Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Dark On is an external
trigger device with a 4-pin Micro-Change connector.
Figure B-6 shows the 99-000017-01 Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Dark On.
FIGURE B–6. Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Dark On
Table B-8 describes the signals for the
NPN, Dark On.
TABLE B–8. Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Dark On Pin Assignments
Pin Function
1 +10-28V
2 NPN
3 Ground
4 +10-28V
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99-000017-02 Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Light On, MS-Connect 210
99-000017-02 Schematic
99-000017-02 Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Light On, MS-Connect
210 Configuration
The 99-000017-02 Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Light On, MS-Connect
210 Configuration is an external trigger device with a 4-pin Micro-Change
connector, intended for use in configurations that include an MS-Connect
210 Wiring Box.
Figure B-7 shows the 99-000017-02 Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Light
On, MS-Connect 210 Configuration.
B
Cable Specifications
FIGURE B–7.
Table B-9 describes the signals for the 99-000017-02 Photo Sensor,
Visible, NPN, Light On, MS-Connect 210 Configuration.
Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Light On, MS-Connect 210 Configuration
TABLE B–9. Photo Sensor, Visible, NPN, Light On, MS-Connect 210
Configuration Pin Assignments
Pin Function
1 +10-28V
2 NPN
3 Ground
4 +10-28V
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Appendix B Cable Specifications
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C
APPENDIX C General Specifications
This section contains specifications and dimensions for the Vision MINI
Smart Camera.
C
General
Specifications
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Appendix C General Specifications
Vision MINI Smart Camera General Specifications
Physical Characteristics
P/N / Model Lens Type Dimensions Weight Connector
GMV-6300-2110G
GMV-6300-2112G
GMV-6300-2210G
GMV-6300-2212G
GMV-6300-2172G
GMV-6300-2272G
GMV-6300-2100G
GMV-6300-2102G
GMV-6300-2200G
GMV-6300-2202G
GMV-6300-2104G
GMV-6300-2106G
GMV-6300-2114G
GMV-6300-2116G
GMV-6300-2204G
GMV-6300-2206G
GMV-6300-2214G
GMV-6300-2216G
Fixed Lens
1” (25.4 mm) x
1.80” (45.7 mm) x
2.10” (53.3 mm)
2 oz. (57 g)
3 ft. cable terminated with high
density 15-pin D-sub socket
connector and USB Type B socket
connector
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Optics
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C
P/N / Model Sensor Shutter Pixel Size Focal Range
GMV-6300-2110G
GMV-6300-2112G
GMV-6300-2210G
GMV-6300-2212G
GMV-6300-2172G 1/2", QXGA (2048 x
GMV-6300-2272G
GMV-6300-2100G
GMV-6300-2102G
GMV-6300-2200G
GMV-6300-2202G
GMV-6300-2104G Software-adjustable,
GMV-6300-2106G
GMV-6300-2114G 1/2”, SXGA (1280 x
GMV-6300-2116G
GMV-6300-2204G 1/3”, WVGA (752 x
GMV-6300-2206G
GMV-6300-2214G 1/2”, SXGA (1280 x
GMV-6300-2216G
1/2", SXGA (1280 x
1024) CMOS, up to
15 FPS, Mono
1536) CMOS, up to 5
FPS, Color
1/3”, WVGA (752 x
480) CMOS, up to 60
FPS, Mono
1024) CMOS, up to
15 FPS, Mono
480) CMOS, up to 60
FPS, Mono
1024) CMOS, up to
15 FPS, Mono
Software-adjustable,
10 µs to 16.7 ms;
Rolling Shutter
Software-adjustable,
10 µs to 16.7 ms;
Global Shutter
10 µs to 16.7 ms;
Global Shutter
Software-adjustable,
10 µs to 16.7 ms;
Rolling Shutter
Software-adjustable,
10 µs to 16.7 ms;
Global Shutter
Software-adjustable,
10 µs to 16.7 ms;
Rolling Shutter
5.2 um x 5.2
um
3.2 um x 3.2
um
6.0 um x 6.0
um
5.2 um x 5.2
um
6.0 um x 6.0
um
5.2 um x 5.2
um
2 to 6” (50.8
mm to 152.4
mm –
autofocus)
Image
Acquisition
General
Specifications
Progressive
scan, square
pixel
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Appendix C General Specifications
Communications, I/O, Illumination, Laser Output
P/N / Model Comm. Discrete I/O Indicators Illumination
GMV-6300-2110G
GMV-6300-2112G
GMV-6300-2210G
GMV-6300-2212G
GMV-6300-2172G
GMV-6300-2272G
GMV-6300-2100G
GMV-6300-2102G
GMV-6300-2200G
GMV-6300-2202G
GMV-6300-2104G
GMV-6300-2106G
GMV-6300-2114G
GMV-6300-2116G
GMV-6300-2204G
GMV-6300-2206G
GMV-6300-2214G
GMV-6300-2216G
RS-232, USB 1.1
(Ethernet emulation
mode driver
available)
Trigger Input: 5 to
28VDC rated (.16
mA); Input 1: 5 to
28VDC rated (.16
mA); Outputs (1, 2,
3): 5V TTL
compatible, can sink
10 mA and source
10 mA; Optional
I/O: Optoisolated
(with IC-332
accessory)
LEDs: Trigger, Pass,
Fail, Mode, Power,
Link/Act; Green
Flash: Pass; Blue V:
Target
Red @ 617nm
White
Red @ 617nm
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Power
P/N / Model Power
GMV-6300-2110G
GMV-6300-2112G
GMV-6300-2210G
GMV-6300-2212G
GMV-6300-2172G
GMV-6300-2272G
GMV-6300-2100G
GMV-6300-2102G
GMV-6300-2200G
GMV-6300-2202G
GMV-6300-2104G
GMV-6300-2106G
GMV-6300-2114G
GMV-6300-2116G
GMV-6300-2204G
GMV-6300-2206G
GMV-6300-2214G
GMV-6300-2216G
5VDC +/– 5%, 200 mV p-p max. ripple, 465 mA @ 5VDC (typ.), 4.5 watts (max.)
5VDC +/– 5%, 200 mV p-p max. ripple, 400 mA @ 5VDC (typ.), 4.2 watts (max.)
5VDC +/– 5%, 200 mV p-p max. ripple, 400 mA @ 5VDC (typ.), 4.0 watts (max.)
5VDC +/– 5%, 200 mV p-p max. ripple, 400 mA @ 5VDC (typ.), 4.0 watts (max.)
5VDC +/– 5%, 200 mV p-p max. ripple, 465 mA @ 5VDC (typ.), 4.5 watts (max.)
5VDC +/– 5%, 200 mV p-p max. ripple, 400 mA @ 5VDC (typ.), 4.0 watts (max.)
5VDC +/– 5%, 200 mV p-p max. ripple, 465 mA @ 5VDC (typ.), 4.5 watts (max.)
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Appendix C General Specifications
Operating Environment; Agency Compliance
P/N / Model
GMV-6300-2110G
GMV-6300-2112G
GMV-6300-2210G
GMV-6300-2212G
GMV-6300-2172G
GMV-6300-2272G
GMV-6300-2100G
GMV-6300-2102G
GMV-6300-2200G
GMV-6300-2202G
GMV-6300-2104G
GMV-6300-2106G
GMV-6300-2114G
GMV-6300-2116G
GMV-6300-2204G
GMV-6300-2206G
GMV-6300-2214G
GMV-6300-2216G
Operating
Temperature
0° to 40° C (32°
to 104° F)
Storage
Temperature
–50° to 75° C
(–58° to 167° F)
Humidity Enclosure
Up to 90%
(non-condensing)
IP54
(category 2)
Agency
Compliance
FCC, UL/cUL,
CE (General
Immunity for
Light Industry:
EN 55024 ITE
Immunity
Standard;
Radiated and
Conducted
Emissions of
ITE Equipment:
EN 55022 ITE
Disturbances),
CB,
RoHS/WEEE
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Dimensions
Note: Nominal dimensions shown. Typical tolerances apply.
Dimensions
C
General
Specifications
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Appendix C General Specifications
Field of View and Working Distance
WVGA/SXGA
QXGA
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D
APPENDIX D Serial Commands
This section provides descriptions of the serial commands that can be
sent to the camera via TCP (Telnet) port, AutoVISION Terminal, or
HyperTerminal.
D
Serial Commands
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Appendix D Serial Commands
Serial Command Syntax
< > = Required argument. Replace appropriately.
For example:
-u <DB_User_name> becomes -u av where av replaces
DB_User_name.
| = Mutually exclusive arguments. Choose one from the list.
{ } = Used with | to specify a list of choices for an argument.
[ ] = Optional parameter.
Important: Unless otherwise stated, commands will respond with !OK on
success and !ERROR on failure.
GETIMAGE <-transfer=ymodem> [-format={jpg|png}] [-quality
={0-100}] [-woi=left,top,right,bottom] [-inspection=n]
Initiates serial transfer of inspection image (RS-232 only).
Note: This command always returns the last (most recent) image.
-transfer=ymodem is currentlynot optional - only Ymodem protocol is
supported.
-format={jpg|png} specifies the format of the image. If omitted, the
image format is JPG.
-quality=n specifies a JPG compression quality of n less than or equal to
100. The default quality is 80 if not specified.
Note: The PNG format provides lossless image comp ression. If format is
set to PNG, the quality setting does not apply.
woi=left,top,right,bottom specifies a rectangular area of the image to be
included in the output image. If omitted, the full image buffer is returned.
-inspection=n specifies the inspection from which to retrieve an image.
The image will be from the first snapshot within that inspection. If not
specified, the image will be from the first inspection that does contain a
snapshot.
The following example will retrieve an image from the camera with these
settings: Protocol: ymodem; Format: png; Quality: N/A; Inspection:
second inspection.
GETIMAGE –transfer=ymodem –format=png –inspection=2
The following example will retrieve an image from the camera with these
settings: Protocol: ymodem; Format: jpg (default); Quality: 50;
Inspection: first inspection (default).
GETIMAGE –transfer=ymodem –quality=50
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ONLINE
Starts all inspections.
OFFLINE
D
Stops all inspections.
TRIGGER
Triggers an inspection.
vt [n]
Triggers an inspection by pulsing a Virtual I/O point.
For example:
vt 1
will return pulse VIO1. The inspection will run if it is configured to use VIO
1 as a trigger.
If specified, the VIO index must be in the allowed range for Virtual I/O
points within Visionscape. The virtual I/O line will be set high then low.
If VIO Index is not specified, VIO1 is assumed.
Serial Commands
Fail Return: Return !ERROR followed by the reason for the failure.
For example:
!ERROR No such trigger
when the index specified ‘n’ is out of range of virtual triggers.
REBOOT [-noload]
Reboots the device.
-noload = do not load BOOT job.
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Appendix D Serial Commands
MEMAVAIL [-cp]
Returns available memory for device or coprocessor.
MEMCONTIG [-cp]
Returns maximum memory block for device or coprocessor.
MEMFRAGS [-cp]
Returns memory fragments for device or coprocessor.
MEMINFO [-cp] [-v]
Returns memory summary “avail/contig/frags” for device or coprocessor.
Verbose.
VERSION
Returns Visionscape software version.
JOBSAVE [-slot=]<n>
Saves current job to slot n.
JOBLOAD [-slot=]<n> [-r]
Loads job from slot n.
-r = Start inspections.
JOBDELETE {[-slot=]n|-all}
Deletes job in slot n, or all jobs if -all.
Important: Does not delete the current job loaded in camera memory.
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JOBINFO [[-slot=]n] [-v]
Gets job summary or info about slot n.
JOBINFO with no arguments returns a list of all jobs on the device.
-v = Ve rbose n. This option shows the amount of space that would be
freed if the job were deleted. It also lists the total disk space and free disk
space.
JOBBOOT [-slot=]<n>
Sets bootup job slot n (RS-232 only).
JOBDOWNLOAD <-transfer=ymodem>
Downloads .avz job packaged via transfer method (RS-232 only).
D
Serial Commands
SET <tagname> <value>
Sets value of a global tag.
The tagname must correspond to one of the supported tags within the
device.
The value can contain spaces.
The command is terminated by a carriage return and/or line feed
character.
The value can be a list of comma-separated items to set a sequence of tags:
Send SET int1 1, 2, 3 to set int1 = 1, int2 = 2, int3 = 3.
The AVP service allows setting of step and datum information from the job
tree using forward
avp/insp1/snapshot1/acq1/gain 2.0 paths are not case -sensitive and do
not need to be fully qualified if unique.
SET avp/acq1/gain 2.0 will set the same gain value if there is only one
acquire.
slash ‘/’ in the symbolic name path. SET
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Appendix D Serial Commands
Control tags in the A VP service such as START, STOP, a nd TRIGGER act
as momentary switches. SET avp.start 1 is equivalent to the ONLINE
command. avp.start will reset immediately and always read as 0.
Success Return: On success will return !OK followed by an echo of the
command.
For example:
!OK SET matchstring1
Fail Return: On failure will return !ERROR followed by the reason for the
failure.
For example:
!ERROR Tag matchstring66 not found
GET {tagname|service|service.tagname}
Gets value of a global tag.
The tagname must correspond to one of the supported tags within the
device.
The command is terminated by a carriage return and/or line feed
character.
Include an index to get a single value from an array such as GET int1. If
the index is omitted, the full array of values will be returned in a commaseparated list of values.
Send Get {tagname|service.tagname|service} to get the value of a tag
within the global data service. To get the value of a tag within another
service, prefix the tagname with the service name. For example, a GET
<service.tagname> command such as GET eip.input for the EIP input
assembly.
The AVP service allows retrieval of step and datum information from the
job tree using forward slash ‘/’ in the symbolic name path. GET
avp/insp1/snapshot1/status paths are not case-sensitive and do not
need to be fully qualified if unique.
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GET avp/snapshot1 /st atus will return the same result if there is only one
inspection.
When issued against a step, GET avp/snapshot1 will return the values
for all datums.
Success Return: On success will return the value stored in the tag.
For example:
ABCD
Fail Return: On failure will return !ERROR followed by the reason for the
failure.
For example:
!ERROR Tag matchstring66 not found
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Serial Commands
INFO [tagname|service]
Gets information about a tag or service.
INFO with no arguments gets a list of services.
INFO <service> gets a list of tags in that service.
INFO <service.tagname> gets attributes of the tag as well as a list of
subtags.
The AVP service allows retrieval of step and datum information from the
job tree using forward slash ‘/’ in the symbolic name path. INFO
avp/insp1/snapshot1/status paths are not case-sensitive and do not
need to be fully qualified if unique.
INFO avp/snapshot1/status will return the same result if there is only
one inspection.
When issued against a step, INFO avp/snapshot1 returns properties of
the step, a list of child datums, and a list of child steps. Child steps are
indicated by a trailing forward slash.
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Appendix D Serial Commands
QUERYAUTOCAL
Returns photometry settings: Gain, Exposure, and Focus.
AUTOCAL
Performs automatic calibration of photometry settings: Gain, Exposure,
and Focus.
TARGET {0|1|off|on}
Turns targeting LEDs On or Off.
target 1 = Turn Target On
target 0 = Turn Target Off
CHECKSUM {BOOT | KERNEL | BOOTPARAM}
Gets a checksum on an individual part of the system.
HELP
Returns a list of all serial commands showing correct syntax and
functionality descriptions.
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E
APPENDIX E Vision MINI Diagnostic Boot
Mode
E
Vision MINI
Diagnostic Boot Mode
This section describes the Vision MINI’s Diagnostic Boot Mode and other
boot parameters.
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Appendix E Vision MINI Diagnostic Boot Mode
Diagnostic Boot Mode
The Vision MINI supports a special boot mode used for diagnostics and
recovery. There are two ways in which the camera can be put into this mode:
1. This method requires an Ethernet connection between the host PC
and Vision MINI. Power-on the unit and hold down the AutoVISION
button until the green flash illuminates once. The unit is now
configured for IP address 192.168.188.10 with subnet mask
255.255.255.0. Establish a telnet connection between the host PC
and Vision MINI. The [SAFE-KERNEL] prompt is displayed.
2. This method requires a serial connection between the host PC
running a terminal emulator and Vision MINI camera. Power-on the
unit and hold down the Tab key for several seconds. The unit will boot
to a [SAFE-KERNEL] prompt with communication settings of 115200,
N, 8, 1 (baud, parity, data bits, stop bits).
Once the unit is booted, there are many possible actions the user can
take. However, the most useful actions are listed below.
In rare situations, the boot job executed at camera startup can cause
unexpected behavior. If this is the suspected case, it is possible to disable
loading and running of the boot job at startup using the following
command.
[SAFE-KERNEL] BP_UpdateStartupOptions(0, 0)
Note that the loading and running of the boot job is automatically reenabled the next time a job is saved to camera flash from AutoVISION or
FrontRunner.
At boot time, the system configures itself using a set of information known
as boot parameters. To obtain a list of the current configuration’s boot
parameters, issue the following command.
[SAFE-KERNEL] BP_Dump()
Should your device need to be configured with different IP information,
follow the example below and substitute the appropriate settings for IP
address, subnet mask, and gateway address, respectively.
[SAFE-KERNEL] BP_UpdateIP(“192.168.188.10”, “255.255.255.0”,
“192.168.188.1”)
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It is possible to configure the system to acquire its IP address via DHCP
or to use a static IP address. Issue the following command with a ‘0’ for
static IP or a ‘1’ for DHCP.
[SAFE-KERNEL] BP_UpdateDHCP(0)
Additional Boot Parameters
BP_UpdateCameraName(cameraName)
where cameraName is a double-quoted string representing the new
camera name.
Function: Allows you to change the name of the smart camera.
BP_UpdateLaserOn(state)
where state = 0 or 1
E
Vision MINI
Diagnostic Boot Mode
Function: Allows you to disable or enable the state of the targeting laser
during image acquisition. The actual display of the targeting laser is a
logical AND of job settings with this parameter. Note that when the laser is
disabled it is still possible to turn the laser on when a job is not running by
issuing the serial command target 1 (Turn Target On).
BP_UpdateGreenFlash(state)
where state = 0 or 1
Function: Allows you to disable the flash-on-pass feature to eliminate
green flash interference during color image processing.
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Appendix E Vision MINI Diagnostic Boot Mode
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F
APPENDIX F USB Power Management
When your PC enters “sleep mode”, the USB ports may shut down and the
camera may be disconnected. This section describes how to keep your PC’s
USB ports active if the PC enters sleep mode or other low-power modes.
F
USB Power
Management
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Appendix F USB Power Management
USB Root Hub Power Management
Perform the following procedure to ensure that your PC does not shut down the USB
connection to your Vision MINI.
1. From the Windows Start menu, right-click on Computer and select Properties.
2. Select Device Manager from the options at the left side of the screen.
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3. In the Device Manager, locate and expand the Universal Serial Bus controllers
item. Right-click on USB Root Hub and select Properties.
F
USB Power
Management
4.
In the
the box next to
steps
USB Root Hub Properties
Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power
3
and 4 for each
USB Root Hub
dialog, select the
item in the
Universal Serial Bus controllers
Power Management
tab. Un-check
. Repeat
list.
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