Compact Vision System with GigE Vision and Reconfigurable I/O
The NI CVS-1458 is a compact vision system that acquires, processes, and displays images from
GigE Vision cameras. The NI CVS-1458 ships with preloaded Windows Embedded Standard 7
64-bit. This document explains how to install and configure the NI CVS-1458.
Required Components
The following items are necessary to set up and use the NI CVS-1458:
NI CVS-1458 device
One or two GigE Vision cameras
One CAT 5e or CAT 6 1000Base-T Ethernet cable per GigE Vision camera
One CAT 5 10/100Base-TX, CAT 5e, or CAT 6 1000Base-T Ethernet cable to connect the
device to a network.
NoteA CAT 5e or CAT 6 1000Base-T Ethernet cable is required to achieve
1,000 Mbps (Gigabit) Ethernet performance. CAT 5e and CAT 6 Ethernet cables
adhere to higher electrical standards required for Gigabit Ethernet communication.
CAT 5 cables are not guaranteed to meet the necessary requirements. While CAT 5
cables may appear to work at 1,000 Mbps, CAT 5 cables are likely to cause bit errors
resulting in degraded network performance.
Monitor
Keyboard
Mouse
A compatible power supply, such as the NI PS-15 Power Supply (part number 781093-01)
Two ferrites (part number 711849-01)
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Optional Equipment
National Instruments offers the following products for use with the NI CVS-1458:
24 VDC, 1.25 A Desktop Power Supply (part number 782032-01)
NI PoE Power Supply to power the Power over Ethernet (PoE) ports (part number
783307-01 for DIN rail version or part number 783308-01 for desktop version)
44-pin D-SUB cable for digital I/O
•44-pin D-SUB male to pigtail cable (part number 156083-03 for 3 meter cable)
•44-pin D-SUB male to 44-position D-SUB female cable (part number 156084-03 for
3 meter cable or part number 156084-0R5 for 0.5 meter cable)
NI CVS I/O Accessory
NoteThis accessory is unshielded.
•CVS I/O Accessory and 3 meter 44-pin D-SUB male to 44-position D-SUB female
cable (part number 783327-01)
•CVS I/O Accessory and 0.5 meter 44-pin D-SUB male to 44-position D-SUB female
cable (part number 783328-01)
DIN Rail Kit (part number 781740-01)
10-position modular plug to 9-pin D-sub serial cable for RS-485 or RS-232 (part number
182845-01 for 1 meter cable, part number 182845-02 for 2 meter cable, or part number
182845-03 for 3 meter cable)
Safety Information
CautionThe following paragraphs contain important safety information you must
follow when installing and operating the device.
Do not operate the device in a manner not specified in the documentation. Misuse of the device
may result in a hazard and may compromise the safety protection built into the device. If the
device is damaged, turn it off and do not use it until service-trained personnel can check its
safety. If necessary, return the device to National Instruments for repair.
Keep away from live circuits. Do not remove equipment covers or shields unless you are trained
to do so. If signal wires are connected to the device, hazardous voltages can exist even when the
equipment is turned off. To avoid a shock hazard, do not perform procedures involving cover or
shield removal unless you are qualified to do so. Disconnect all field power prior to removing
covers or shields.
Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install unauthorized parts or
modify the device. Use the device only with the chassis, modules, accessories, and cables
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specified in the installation instructions. All covers and filler panels must be installed while
operating the device.
This is a Pollution Degree 2 device. Do not operate the device in an explosive atmosphere or
where flammable gases or fumes may be present. Operate the device only at or below the
pollution degree stated in the specifications. Pollution consists of any foreign matter—solid,
liquid, or gas—that may reduce dielectric strength or surface resistivity. The following is a
description of pollution degrees.
•Pollution Degree 1—No pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. The
pollution has no effect.
•Pollution Degree 2—Normally only nonconductive pollution occurs. Occasionally,
nonconductive pollution becomes conductive because of condensation.
•Pollution Degree 3—Conductive pollution or dry, nonconductive pollution occurs.
Nonconductive pollution becomes conductive because of condensation.
Clean the device and accessories by brushing off light dust with a soft, nonmetallic brush.
Remove other contaminants with a stiff, nonmetallic brush. The unit must be completely dry and
free from contaminants before returning it to service.
Yo u must insulate signal connections for the maximum voltage for which the device is rated. Do
not exceed the maximum ratings for the device. Remove power from signal lines before
connection to or disconnection from the device.
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines
This product was tested and complies with the regulatory requirements and limits for
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) as stated in the product specifications. These requirements
and limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
product is operated in its intended operational electromagnetic environment.
This product is intended for use in industrial locations. There is no guarantee that harmful
interference will not occur in a particular installation, when the product is connected to a test
object, or if the product is used in residential areas. To minimize the potential for the product to
cause interference to radio and television reception or to experience unacceptable performance
degradation, install and use this product in strict accordance with the instructions in the product
documentation.
Furthermore, any changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by National
Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules.
CautionTo ensure the specified EMC performance, operate this product only with
Remove the NI CVS-1458 from the package and inspect the system for damage. Notify National
Instruments if the system appears damaged in any way. Do not use a damaged system.
Ensure that the AC input to the external power supply is disconnected before plugging in or
unplugging any connector. Ground the unit to minimize the possibility of static electricity
damage.
Complete the following sections to wire power to the NI CVS-1458, connect cameras, and
connect the NI CVS-1458 to a network. Figure 1 and Figure 2 show the features on the device.
Figure 1. NI CVS-1458 Power Connectors and Reset Button
1
1Reset Button
2System Power Connector
2
3
C V
SYSTEM
12-24 V
PoE
V
PoE
48 V
PoE
C
ISO
V
ISO
C
ISO
5-24 V
4
3Isolated Output and PoE Power Connector
4Chassis Grounding Screw
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Figure 2. NI CVS-1458 Front Panel Connectors
NI CVS-1458
Compact Vision System
RESET
DIGITAL I/O
10/100/
1000
ACT/
LINK
USER1
USER2
PWR/
FAULT
DRIVE
PoE0
PoE PORT 0PoE PORT 1
PoE1
5
3
6
1
4
2
1VGA Connector
2RJ50 Serial Port
3USB 2.0 Ports
4RJ45 Network Port
5Gigabit Ethernet PoE Ports
644-pin Digital I/O Connector
Connecting the System Power Supply
Complete the following steps to supply power to the NI CVS-1458.
1.Make sure the power source is turned off.
2.Install one ferrite across the negative and positive leads of the power source, approximately
50 to 75 mm (2 to 3 in.) from the end of the power input wires, as shown in Figure 3.
3.If the power connector plug is connected to the chassis, disconnect it from the device.
Figure 4 shows the terminal screws, which secure the wires in the screw terminals, and the
connector screws, which secure the connector plug on the chassis.
Figure 4. 2 Position Power Screw Terminal Connector Plug
CautionDo not tighten or loosen the terminal screws on the power connector while
3
the power is on.
4.Connect the positive lead of the power source to the V terminal of the power connector plug
and tighten the terminal screw to 0.2 to 0.25 N · m (1.8 to 2.2 lb · in.) of torque.
5.Connect the negative lead of the power source to the C terminal of the power connector plug
and tighten the terminal screw to 0.2 to 0.25 N · m (1.8 to 2.2 lb · in.) of torque.
6.Install the power connector plug into the SYSTEM power receptacle on the NI CVS-1458
chassis and tighten the connector screws to 0.4 N · m (3.5 lb · in.) of torque.
7.Turn on the external power source. Verify the PWR/FAULT LED is lit green.
Connecting the Isolated Outputs Power Supply and
PoE Power Supply
Complete the following steps to supply power to the PoE ports and the isolated outputs.
1.Make sure the power source is turned off.
2.Install one ferrite across the negative and positive leads of the power sources,
approximately 50 to 75 mm (2 to 3 in.) from the end of the power input wires. If you are
using an isolated output power supply and a PoE power supply, wrap the wires for both
power supplies through the same ferrite, as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5. Installing a Ferrite on the Power Leads
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3.If the power connector plug is connected to the chassis, disconnect it from the device.
2
1
5
ISO
POE
4
3
Figure 6 shows the terminal screws, which secure the wires in the screw terminals, and the
connector screws, which secure the connector plug on the chassis.
CautionDo not tighten or loosen the terminal screws on the power connector while
the power is on.
Figure 6. 4 Position Power Screw Terminal Connector Plug
1V
2C
3V
4.Connect the positive lead of the isolated outputs power source to the V
(Positive) Terminal Screw
POE
(Negative) Terminal Screw
POE
(Positive) Terminal Screw
ISO
4C
5Connector Screws
(Negative) Terminal Screw
ISO
terminal of the
ISO
power connector plug and tighten the terminal screw to 0.2 to 0.25 N · m (1.8 to 2.2 lb · in.)
of torque.
5.Connect the negative lead of the isolated outputs power source to the C
terminal of the
ISO
power connector plug and tighten the terminal screw to 0.2 to 0.25 N · m (1.8 to 2.2 lb · in.)
of torque.
6.Connect the positive lead of the PoE power source to the V
terminal of the power
POE
connector plug and tighten the terminal screw to 0.2 to 0.25 N · m (1.8 to 2.2 lb · in.) of
torque.
7.Connect the negative lead of the PoE power source to the C
terminal of the power
POE
connector plug and tighten the terminal screw to 0.2 to 0.25 N · m (1.8 to 2.2 lb · in.) of
torque.
8.Install the power connector plug into the ISO power receptacle on the NI CVS-1458 chassis
and tighten the connector screws to 0.4 N · m (3.5 lb · in.) of torque.
The NI CVS-1458 supports 2 GigE Vision cameras. The system is capable of supplying Power
over Ethernet (PoE) to 2 cameras simultaneously. Complete the following steps to connect
cameras to the NI CVS-1458.
1.Connect an Ethernet cable to a GigE Vision camera, then connect the other end to the
NI CVS-1458 PoE PORT 0. Repeat this step for PoE PORT 1 if you are connecting
two cameras.
2.If the cameras support PoE, and a PoE power source is connected to the device, the PoE0
and PoE1 LEDs will illuminate.
3.Verify the ACTIVITY/LINK LED is lit.
Acquiring an Image in MAX
1.Open Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX).
2.In the Configuration Pane, expand Devices and Interfaces.
3.Select the camera you want to test.
4.Click Snap to acquire an image.
Connecting to a Network
Complete the following steps to connect the device to a network.
1.Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the network port on the device.
2.Connect the free end of the cable to an Ethernet hub or other network device.
3.Verify the ACTIVITY/LINK LED on the port is on or blinking.
By default, the operating system automatically attempts to connect to the network using DHCP.
If the it is unable to initiate a DHCP connection, it connects to the network with a link-local
IP address (
169.254.x.x).
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Digital I/O
15
30
44
1
16
31
The 44-pin Digital I/O port on the NI CVS-1458 offers 8 isolated inputs, 8 isolated outputs,
2 bidirectional differential I/O (RS-422) or single-ended input lines which can be used with a
quadrature encoder, and 8 bidirectional TTL lines. The Digital I/O port can be connected to any
appropriate shielded device or connector block using a shielded cable. Refer to Table 1 for pin
locations and functions.
Table 1. Pin Location and Definition for the NI CVS-1458 Digital I/O
Pin
Location
Pin
Number
SignalDescription
1Diff 0+Bidirectional RS-422 I/O (positive side), or quadrature
encoder phase A+
2GNDDigital ground reference for TTL and differential I/O
3TTL 0Bidirectional TTL I/O
4TTL 1Bidirectional TTL I/O
5GNDDigital ground reference for TTL and differential I/O
6TTL 2Bidirectional TTL I/O
7TTL 3Bidirectional TTL I/O
8GNDDigital ground reference for TTL and differential I/O
9Diff 1+Bidirectional RS-422 I/O (positive side), or quadrature
encoder phase B+
10V
11C
ISO
ISO
Isolated power voltage reference output
Common ground reference for isolated inputs and outputs
12Iso Out 0General purpose isolated output
13Iso Out 1General purpose isolated output
14C
ISO
Common ground reference for isolated inputs and outputs
15Iso Out 4General purpose isolated output
16Diff 0-Bidirectional RS-422 I/O (negative side), or quadrature
encoder phase A-
17GNDDigital ground reference for TTL and differential I/O
18TTL 4Bidirectional TTL I/O
19TTL 5Bidirectional TTL I/O
20GNDDigital ground reference for TTL and differential I/O
Table 1. Pin Location and Definition for the NI CVS-1458 Digital I/O (Continued)
15
30
44
1
16
31
Pin
Location
Pin
Number
SignalDescription
23GNDDigital ground reference for TTL and differential I/O
24Diff 1-Bidirectional RS-422 I/O (negative side), or quadrature
encoder phase B-
25V
26C
ISO
ISO
Isolated power voltage reference output
Common ground reference for isolated inputs and outputs
27Iso Out 2General purpose isolated output
28Iso Out 3General purpose isolated output
29C
ISO
Common ground reference for isolated inputs and outputs
30Iso Out 5General purpose isolated output
31Iso In 0General purpose isolated input
32Iso In 1General purpose isolated input
33C
ISO
Common ground reference for isolated inputs and outputs
34Iso In 2General purpose isolated input
35Iso In 3General purpose isolated input
36C
ISO
Common ground reference for isolated inputs and outputs
37Iso In 4General purpose isolated input
38Iso In 5General purpose isolated input
39C
ISO
Common ground reference for isolated inputs and outputs
40Iso In 6General purpose isolated input
41Iso In 7General purpose isolated input
42C
ISO
Common ground reference for isolated inputs and outputs
43Iso Out 6General purpose isolated output
44Iso Out 7General purpose isolated output
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Where to Go Next
The following documents and resources contain information you may find helpful as you use the
NI CVS-1458 in an application. Refer to the National Instruments Product Manuals Library at
ni.com/manuals for the most recent versions of product documentation.
•NI CVS-1458 Specifications—Contains detailed specifications for the NI CVS-1458.
•NI CVS-1458 User Manual—Contains connector pinouts, configuration information,
mounting information, and answers to common troubleshooting questions.
•NI CVS I/O Accessory User Manual—Contains installation and operation instructions for
the CVS I/O Accessory.
Additional Resources for Vision Builder AI Users
Refer to the NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection Tutorial to learn how to perform basic
machine vision techniques using Vision Builder AI. You can access the NI Vision Builder for
Automated Inspection Tutorial and other documentation by selecting Start»All Programs»
National Instruments»Vision Builder AI»Documentation. You can also access context help
within Vision Builder AI by clicking the Show Context Help button on the Vision Builder AI
toolbar.
Examples of Vision Builder AI inspections are installed to the
Examples
installed.
directory, where <Vision Builder AI> is the location Vision Builder AI is
<Vision Builder AI>\
Additional Resources for LabVIEW Users
Documentation for LabVIEW and the LabVIEW FPGA Module is available from the Help
menu on the LabVIEW toolbar. You can access documentation for the NI Vision Development
Module, NI-IMAQdx, and NI-IMAQ I/O by selecting Start»All Programs»National Instruments»Vision»Documentation.
Documentation for the MAX configuration software is available from the Help menu on the
MAX toolbar. Specific information about using MAX with NI Vision hardware is available by
selecting Help»Help Topics»NI Vision»NI-IMAQdx.
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