NED XCM4040SAT2, XCM6060SAT2 User Manual

User’s Manual

Line Scan Camera

Type：XCM4040SAT2

NIPPON ELECTRO-SENSORY DEVICES

CORPORATION

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For Customers in the U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A

digital device, in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the

equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,

uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to

cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the

interference at his or her own expense.

For Customers in the EU

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the essential

requirements of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, based on the following

specifications applied:

EU Harmonized Standards

EN55011:2007+A2:2007 Group1 Class A

EN61000-6-2:2005

*Group 1 contains all ISM (Industrial, Scientific and medical) equipment in

which there is intentionally generated and/or used conductively coupled

radio-frequency energy which is necessary for the internal functioning of the

Equipment itself.

*Class A equipment is equipment suitable for use in all establishments other

than domestic and those directly connected to a low voltage power supply

network which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing NED’s Line Scan Camera. We look forward to

your continued custom in the future.

For safety use

 For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before

operating the product and keep this manual for future reference.

 The following symbols appear next to important information regarding safe

product handling.

Warning

If the product is not handled properly, this may result in
serious injury or possible death.

Caution

If the product is not handled properly, this may result in
physical injury or cause property damage.

Safety precaution

Warning

 Never disassemble or modify this product, unless otherwise specified to do

so in this manual.

 When hands are wet, avoid handling this product and do not touch any of the

connection cable pins or other metallic components.

 Do not operate this product in an environment that is exposed to rain or other

severe external elements, hazardous gases or chemicals.

 If the product is not to be used for an extended period of time, as a safety

precaution, always unplug the connection cable from the camera unit.

 If the product installation or inspection must be executed in an overhead

location, please take the necessary measures to prevent the camera unit
and its components from accidentally falling to the ground.

 If smoke, an abnormal odor or strange noise is emitted from the camera unit,

first turn OFF power, then unplug the cable from the camera unit.

 This product is not intended for use in a system configuration built for critical

applications.

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Instructions before use

 Only operate this product within the recommended environmental

temperature range.

 Use only the specified power source and voltage rating.
 Do not drop this product. Avoid exposure to strong impact and vibrations.
 Install the camera unit in a well-ventilated environment, in order to prevent

the camera from overheating.

 If the camera must be installed in an environment containing dust or other

particles, take required measures to protect the camera unit from dust
adhesion.

 Do not unplug the cable while power is being supplied to the camera unit. To

prevent product damage, always shut down the power supply before
unplugging the power cable.

 When the surface of the camera window becomes dirty due to dust or grime,

black smudges appear in the displayed image. Use an air blower to remove
the dust particles. Dip a cotton swab into ethanol alcohol and clean the
camera window. Be careful not to scratch the glass.

 Use of non-infrared lighting such as a fluorescent lamp is recommended. If

halogen lighting is employed, always install an infrared filter into your system
configuration.

 Please note that exposure to long wavelength light outside of the sensors

visible optical range can affect the image.

 Sensitivity may fluctuate depending on the spectral response level of the

light source. In cases like this, changing the light source to one with a
different spectral response level may reduce this problem. Moreover, this
irregular sensitivity can be completely lost by using 4.11 pixel correction
function. Please refer to 4.11 pixel correction function for details.

 For stabilized image capturing, turn ON the power supply and execute aging

for ten to twenty minutes before actually using the camera unit.

 Do not share the power supply with motor units or other devices that

generate noise interference.

 Do not disconnect the camera while rewriting an embedded memory.
 When you change exposure mode that is set at NED factory, input control

signal (CC1) from the capture board.

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Exclusion Clause

 The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damages resulting from

natural disasters, earthquakes, or acts executed by a third party. Warranty
excludes any accidents resulting from improper handling or misuse of this
product, whether intentional or not, and any camera operations conducted
under abnormal conditions.

 The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any incidental damages

(loss of corporate profits, interruption of business, etc.) resulting form use or
non-use of this product.

 The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damages resulting from

failure to follow the instructions and procedures indicated in this User’s
Manual.

 The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any damages resulting from

malfunctions caused by combined use of this product with other peripheral
equipment.

 The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damages resulting from

malfunctions caused by non-authorized repair or modifications made to this
product.

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Table of Contents

1 Product Outline.................................................................................... 9

1.1 Features..................................................................................................................... 9

1.2 Application................................................................................................................. 9

1.3 Image Sensor........................................................................................................... 11

1.4 Performance Specifications................................................................................... 11

2 Camera Setting and Optical Interface.................................. 13

2.1 Setting the Camera ................................................................................................. 13

2.2 Fixing the Camera................................................................................................... 13

2.3 Optical Interface...................................................................................................... 15

3 Hardware................................................................................................ 16

3.1 Camera Connection ................................................................................................16

3.2 Input / Output Connectors and Indicator ..............................................................17

3.3 Connectors･Pin Assignments･Cables ..................................................................18

3.4 Power Supply ..........................................................................................................21

4 Camera Control ................................................................................. 22

4.1 Flow of Camera Control.......................................................................................... 22

4.1.1 Command Overview......................................................................................... 22

4.1.2 Camera Receiving Message (PC Sending Command)................................... 23

4.1.3 Camera Sending Message (PC Receiving Message).....................................23

4.1.4 Camera Control Commands ............................................................................ 24

4.1.5 Memory Setup Values (Factory Settings).......................................................25

4.2 Details on Commands.............................................................................................25

4.2.1 Setting Analog Gain .........................................................................................25

4.2.2 Setting Digital Gain...........................................................................................26

4.2.3 Setting Digital Offset........................................................................................ 26

4.2.4 Setting Exposure Mode....................................................................................26

4.2.5 Setting Exposure Time.....................................................................................27

4.2.6 Setting Output Signals 1 (Setting Data Format)............................................. 27

4.2.7 Setting Output Signals 2 (Setting Linear / Log) .............................................27

4.2.8 Memory Initializing (Initializing Camera Settings) .........................................28

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4.2.9 Memory Load ....................................................................................................28

4.2.10 Memory Save .................................................................................................. 29

4.2.11 Generating Test Pattern .................................................................................29

4.2.12 Saving Pixel Correction Data......................................................................... 30

4.2.13 Setting Pixel Correction.................................................................................30

4.2.14 Setting Exposure Time - Readout Time........................................................ 30

4.2.15 Returning the Cameras Settings to the its original status.......................... 31

4.2.16 Setting the Pixel Readout Direction..............................................................32

4.3 Digital Processing flow in FPGA............................................................................ 32

4.4 Startup......................................................................................................................33

4.5 Saving and Loading Camera Settings................................................................... 33

4.6 Serial Communication Settings ............................................................................. 34

4.7 Video Output Format...............................................................................................35

4.8 Exposure Mode and Timing Chart......................................................................... 37

4.8.1 Free Run Exposure Mode (Programming time setting).................................37

4.8.2 External Trigger Exposure Mode (Trigger Edge)............................................38

4.8.3 External Trigger Exposure Mode (Trigger Level)........................................... 39

4.9 Setting Offset........................................................................................................... 40

4.10 Setting Gain...........................................................................................................41

4.11 Pixel Correction..................................................................................................... 43

4.11.1 Command Settings......................................................................................... 44

4.11.2 How to calibrate the camera ..........................................................................44

4.12 Test Pattern............................................................................................................ 45

5 Confirming Camera Settings..................................................... 46

5.1 Before Power-on ..................................................................................................... 46

5.2 After Power-on......................................................................................................... 47

5.3 In Operation............................................................................................................. 50

6 Sensor Handling Instructions................................................... 51

6.1 Electrostatic Discharge and the Sensor................................................................ 51

6.2 Protecting Against Dust, Oil and Scratches......................................................... 51

6.3 Cleaning the Sensor Window................................................................................. 51

7 Troubleshooting................................................................................ 52

7.1 When there is no Image.......................................................................................... 52

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7.2 When Noise is present in the Image...................................................................... 54

7.3 When the Camera becomes hot............................................................................. 56

8 CLISBeeCtrl........................................................................................ 57

8.1 Overview.................................................................................................................. 57

8.2 System Requirements.............................................................................................57

8.3 Install........................................................................................................................ 57

8.4 Uninstall................................................................................................................... 57

8.5 Operation................................................................................................................. 58

8.5.1 Start Program.................................................................................................... 58

8.5.2 Selecting interface and Timeout setting......................................................... 59

8.5.3.Connect ............................................................................................................. 62

8.5.4.Disconnect and end program.......................................................................... 63

8.5.5.Check of the contents of communication.......................................................63

8.5.6.Export Parameters to text file.......................................................................... 64

8.5.7.Import Parameters from text file......................................................................64

8.6 Control .....................................................................................................................65

8.6.1 Gains and Offsets............................................................................................. 65

8.6.2 Clock & Integration...........................................................................................66

8.6.3 Trigger & Video................................................................................................. 67

8.6.4 Intelligence........................................................................................................ 68

8.6.5 Memory in camera............................................................................................ 68

8.7 Upgrade....................................................................................................................69

8.8 How to Program ...................................................................................................... 69

8.9 Attention on use...................................................................................................... 69

9 Others...................................................................................................... 70

9.1 Notice....................................................................................................................... 70

9.2 Contact for support................................................................................................. 70

9.3 Product Support...................................................................................................... 71

9.3.1 Warranty card (attach a separate) ......................................................................71

9.3.2 When you need to repair ....................................................................................71

Revision History .................................................................................. 72

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1 Product Outline

1.1 Features

 Wide dynamic range (more than 106dB)
 High speed readout (40MHz)
 High resolution (4096pixels）
 On-chip AD conversion
 Easy control of gain / offset / video output (8/10bit) with software outside

the camera.

 Easy connection with a variety of frame grabber boards via Camera Link

interface

 Single power source DC12V to 15 for operation
 Flat-field correction – minimizes lens vignetting, non-uniform lighting and

sensor FPN and PRNU

1.2 Application

 Inspection of Transparent panels and PCBs
 Inspection of high speed moving objects

♦ Using random access reading, High speed inspection becomes

possible because only the required data is being transferred.

 Flat panel display inspection
 Inspection of glass and sheet-like objects
 This camera utilizes an Intelligent Transportation System
 Outdoor surveillance

♦ Wide dynamic range prevents the camera from saturation caused by

direct rays and specular refection rays.

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An example of Visual Inspection of PCBs is shown below.

LED incident

lighting

PCB pattern

Power

supply box

Figure 1-2-1 Visual Inspection of PCBs

Applicable Work

COB, BGA and MCM printed circuit boards

Performance

1. Maximum board size: 100mm×200mm

2. Resolution: 10μm

3. Inspection time: less than 30 seconds

Unit Configuration

1. Camera: Line scan camera

2. Controller: Dedicated software for PC system

3. Size: L930 x D500 x H500 (mm)

Applicable Fields

Inspection of patterns on film PCBs

Line scan camera

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1.3 Image Sensor

The camera adopts a CMOS sensor with the maximum data rate of 40MHz

to acquire high quality images. The pixels are 7μmx7μm.The camera outputs

its 4096 pixel data through 40MHz-2Tap.

1.4 Performance Specifications

The Performance Specifications are shown in Table 1-4-1. It shows the data

when the camera is operating at maximum scan rate, unless otherwise
specified.

Table 1-4-1 Performance Specifications

Specifications

Items

XCM4040SAT2

Number of Pixels 4096

Pixel Size H x V (μm)

7ｘ7

Sensor Length (mm) 28.672

Spectral Responsivity (nm) 400 -1000 (Peak : 625, See Figure 1-4-1)

Data Rate (MHz)

80（40 x 2）

Scan Rate

(μs) / [kHz]

53.6 / [18.66]

Saturation Exposure (lx ･ s)

(typically)

0.071[Minimum Gain, Pixel Correction Initial Value,

Daylight Fluorescent Light]

70(V/[lx･s])

Analog 5V Conversion Sensitivity

Responsivity (typically)

[Minimum Gain, Pixel

Correction Initial Value,

Daylight Fluorescent Light]
Visible Area (400～700nm)

40.7(V/[μJ/cm

2

])

Gain Adjustable Range

*Analog Amplifier +Digital

Analog Amplifier：ｘ1 to ｘ11.2 (21 Steps)

Digital：ｘ1 to ｘ2 (512 Steps）

Offset Adjustable Range

*Digital

Digital：-15 to 15DN (31Steps) 8bit

-60 to 60DN (31 Steps) 10bit

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FPN (Fixed Pattern Noise)

Typically 5DN (without correction, at minimum gain)

2DN (with correction, at minimum gain)

PRNU (Photo Response

Non Uniformity)

Typically 20DN (without correction, at minimum gain)

4DN (with correction, at minimum gain)

Random Noise Typically 20DN (peak value at minimum gain)

Video output

Camera Link Base Configuration (8 or10bit / 2tap)

Control Input CC1:External Trigger Signal, CC2-4:Not in use

Data/Controller 3M : MDR26[Camera Link] x 1

Connectors

Power Supply Hirose: HR10A (4Pin)

Maximum Cable Length(m) *1) 10

Lens Mount Nikon F Mount

Operating Temperature (˚C)

No Condensation

0 to 50

Power Supply Voltage (V) DC12 to 15 [+/-5%]

Consumption Current (mA)
(typically)

500

Size W x H x D (mm) 80 x120 x 79.7

Mass (g) (Camera only) Approx. 730

Additional Function

1. Shading Correction

2. Programmable Exposure Control

3. Test Pattern Output ON/OFF

4. Scan Direction Switching

*1) Tested under the following conditions.

i Camera Link Cable :14B26-SZLB-A00-0LC by 3M (Full Configuration 10m)

ii Frame Grabber Board : Matrox : SOL 6M CL B by Matrox (Solios : Base Configuration

compatible), or GRAPHIN :IPM-8531CL-M and IPM-8531CL-F

*2)

DN : Digital Number (10bit : 0 -1023)

*3)

Measurements were made at room temperature.

*4)

This product is designed and manufactured in accordance with the following

standards.

EN 55011:1998+A1:1999+A2:2002 Group 1 Class A

EN 61000-6-2:2005

FCC Part 15 Subpart B:2006 Class A

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The spectral Responsivity is shown below.

2 Camera Setting and Optical Interface

2.1 Setting the Camera

Use the M4 screw holes or the tripod screw hole to set the camera.
An optional mounting base (sold separately) is available.

2.2 Fixing the Camera

 Use the M4 screw holes (4 on the front, 8 on the side) to set the camera.
 Or use the 1/4"-20UNC screw hole for a tripod (1 place at bottom).
 If using the front panel M4 mounting holes (4 places at front, 8 places at side), the

screw length for fixing the camera at the front should be less than 8mm, and less

than 6mm for the side.

 No X-, Y-axis orientation and tilt adjustment mechanism is available. Please

prepare an adjustment mechanism if required.

（Ta=25℃）

Figure 1-4-1 Spectral Responsivit

y

20

40

60

80

100

0

400 500 600 700 800 900 1000

Wavelength (nm)

Relative Responsivity (%)

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The dimensions of the camera are shown below.

DC12-15V

CL1

DIGITAL
LINESCAN
CAMERA

CLISBee

S

80

65

34.7

( 79.7

)

46.5(Sensor Optical Distance)

5

10

1/4"-20UNC

60

15

90

4-M4 Depth 6（Both Sides）

NIPPON ELECTRO-SENSORY DEVICES CORP.

MADE IN

JAPAN

NIPPON ELECTRO-SENSORY DEVICES CORP.

MADE IN

JAPAN

65

Unit : mm

Indicator

Camera Link

Connector(MDR26)

Power Supply Connec tor

(HIROSE HR10A 4P)

120

70

25

5

5

Nikon F Mount

1st Pixel

4-M4 Depth 6

（Front Surface）

4-M4 Depth 6
（Top,Bottom）

Figure 2-2-1 Dimensions of the Camera

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2.3 Optical Interface

For XCM4040SAT2 the Nikon F-mount is available.

The amount and wavelengths of light required to capture useful images

depend on the intended use. Factors include the property, speed, the objects

spectral characteristics, exposure time, the light source characteristics, the

specifications of the acquisition system and so on.

The exposure amount (exposure time x light amount) is the most important

factor in getting desirable images. Please determine the exposure amount

after studying what is most important to your system.

Keep these guidelines in mind when setting up your light source:
 LED light sources are relatively inexpensive, provide a uniform field and

longer life span compared to other light sources. However, they also
require a camera with excellent sensitivity.

 Halogen light sources generally provide very little blue light but have

high infrared light (IR) proportions.

 Fiber-optic light distribution systems generally transmit very little blue

light relative to IR.

 Metal halide light sources are very bright but have a shorter life span

compared to other light sources.

Generally speaking, the brighter the light sources, the shorter the life span.

CMOS image sensors are sensitive to infrared (IR). We recommend using

daylight color fluorescent lamps that have low IR emissions. If you use a

halogen light source, to prevent infrared from distorting the images use an IR

cutoff filter that does not transmit wavelengths.

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3 Hardware

3.1 Camera Connection

Use the camera in the following way:

(1) Camera Link cables must be used to connect the camera unit with the

frame grabber board.

 Use two cables of the same length and the same manufacturer. Use

asymmetric Camera Link cables and connect the camera with the connector

labeled as ”Camera side”.

(2) Connect the camera with the designated power supply.

Use the designated power cable to connect the camera with the power

source for the camera. Insert the plug end of the cable into the camera. Attach

the opposite end (loose wires) to the power unit.

 Other than those above, a personal computer, a frame grabber board, a

compatible lens, a lens mount, a light source and an encoder are necessary,

depending on the situation.

Figure 3-1-1 Connections between Camera and Frame Grabber Board and Power Supply

 There are two connectors available for the Camera Link Medium

Configuration board. Always check the frame grabber board specifications
before making connections.

PC

Camera Link
Base Configuration
Frame Grabber
Board

Line Scan Camera

Camera Link Cable

(3M:14B26-SZLB-xxx-0LC)

Power Cable

Camera Power
Supply
DC +12V 15W

CL1 CL1

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3.2 Input / Output Connectors and Indicator
The layout of input /output connecters and the LED indicator are as follows.

DC12-15V

CL1

Indicator

Power Supply Connector

(HIROSE HR10A 4P)

Camera Link

Connector (MDR26)

DIGITAL
LINESCAN
CAMERA

CLISBee

S

Figure 3-2-1 Input/Output Connectors and Indicator

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3.3 Connectors･Pin Assignments･Cables

This camera adopts Base Configuration of Camera Link interface standards.

Figure 3-3-1 shows the interface for the camera and a typical implementation

for the frame grabber interface.

Figure 3-3-1 Camera / Frame Grabber Interface

 Set the LVDS, Channel Link receiver side to 100 ohm termination.
 Do not make the driver side of LVDS open but set the logic to H or L, even if

not used.

Figure 3-3-2 Circuit of L V DS

+

-

100Ω

+

-

Driver Receiver

H or L

28 28

Frame Grabber BoardCamera

26-pin MDR Connector　CL1

ＣＣ１（control input）

Cable

ＳｅｒＴＣ

ＳｅｒＴＦＧ

ＣＫ40ＭＨｚ

Ｃhannel Ｌink Ｂus
　ＬＶＡＬ，ＦＶＡＬ
　ＤＶＡＬ，ＳＰ
　ＰｏｒｔＡ～Ｃ

ＣＣ２

ＣＣ３

ＣＣ４

X1±

X0±

X2±

X3±

XClk±

100Ω

100Ω

100Ω

100Ω

100Ω

100Ω

100Ω

100Ω

100Ω

100Ω

100Ω

SerTFG±

SerTC±

CC1±

CC2±

CC3±

CC4±

26-pin MDR Connector

X1±

X0±

X2±

X3±

XClk±

SerTFG±

SerTC±

CC1±

CC2±

CC3±

CC4±

LVDS_DRIVER(NS)
DS90CR285MTD
equivalent

LVDS_DRIVER/
RECEIVER(NS)
DS90LV019TM
equivalent

LVDS_RECEIVER(NS)
DS90LV048AT
equivalent

LVDS_RECEIVER(NS)
DS90CR286MTD
recommended

LVDS_DRIVER/
RECEIVER(NS)
DS90LV019TM
recommended

LVDS_DRIVER(NS)
DS90LV047AT
recommended

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The camera has 26-pin MDR connectors for control signals of Camera Link,

data signals and serial communications. The camera also has a 4-pin
HIROSE connector for power supply.

Figure 3-3-3 Camera Link Connector

 Half pitch (miniature half ribbon) shape
 Locking screw (UNC #4-40) type

1142153

16

1124122513

26

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T able 3-3-1 Camera Link Connector (26-pin MDR Connector) pin assignments

CL1(Base Configuration)

No NAME No NAME I/O

1 Inner Shield 14 Inner Shield

2 X0- 15 X0+ Out

3 X1- 16 X1+ Out

4 X2- 17 X2+ Out

5 Xclk- 18 Xclk+ Out

6 X3- 19 X3+ Out

7 SerTC+ 20 SerTC- In

8 SerTFG- 21 SerTFG+ Out

9 CC1- 22 CC1+ In

10 CC2+ 23 CC2- In

11 CC3- 24 CC3+ In

12 CC4+ 25 CC4- In

13 Inner Shield 26 Inner Shield

 Explanation of Signals

Inner Shield : Shield cable (GND)
X0+,X0-…X3+,X3- : Data output (Channel Link)

Xclk+,Xclk- : Clock output for above data output synchronization (Channel Link)
SerTC+, SerTC- : Serial data input (LVDS)
SerTFG+, SerTFG- : Serial data output (LVDS)
CC1+,CC1- : External synchronous signal input (LVDS)
CC2+,CC2- : Not in use (LVDS)
CC3+,CC3- : Not in use (LVDS)
CC4+,CC4- : Not in use (LVDS)
 Camera Link compatible cable

3M :14B26 -SZLB - xxx - 0LC by or equivalent

 To avoid uncoupling of the cable connectors during power on, make sure to

clamp them with the locking screws.

 Do not unplug the cables while power is being supplied to the camera.

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The pin assignment of the power supply connector is shown below.

Figure 3-3-4 Power Supply Connector (HIROSE : HR10A - 7P- 4S)

 Round shape push-pull lock type

T able 3-3-2 Pin Assignment of Power Supply Connector

No NAME Color of Cable

1

12 －15V

White

2

12 －15V

Red

3 GND Green

4 GND Black

3.4 Power Supply

The camera requires a single power supply (DC+12 to +15V).

 When selecting a power source, choose one with the capacity to allow

for in-rush current. (15W or more recommended)

 Insert the cable plug securely until it locks into position. This is to prevent the

connector from coming loose during power transmission.

 Acceptable Cable (Acceptable plug): DGPS -10 (HIROSE : HR10A -7P - 4S)

 Power supply voltage: DC+12 －＋15V (+/-5%)

 Consumption Current (rated): DC+12V : 500mA

 LED lamp illuminates when +12V to +15V power is being supplied to the

camera.

 If the lamp fails to illuminate even after power is switched on, turn OFF

power immediately. Inspect wiring. Check the voltage and capacity of the
supplied power source.

1

2

4

3

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4 Camera Control

The camera can be controlled through the serial communication. Two

methods can be used to change the camera’s parameters. The first approach

is to change parameters using CLISBeeCtrl (Camera control software). (See

“8 CLISBeeCtrl”.) Or you can also change the parameters directly from your

application by using binary read/write commands to set values in the camera
register.

Once the camera has been set up according to your requirements, the

camera can be used to read data without need of controlling it via the serial

interface.

4.1 Flow of Camera Control

4.1.1 Command Overview

The serial interface uses a simple ASCII-based command.

 Communication begins when the computer sends control commands to the

camera.

 The camera receives and interprets the computer commands and then

executes control operations accordingly.

 Transmission ends when the camera returns the analyzed results of the control

commands to the computer.

 Always allow the previous transmission to end before starting the next

transmission. (Only one command can be sent per transmission.)

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4.1.2 Camera Receiving Message (PC Sending Command)

 Format 1 CMD CR

 Format 2 CMD

VAL1 CR

 Format 3 CMD

VAL1VAL2 CR

 Format 4 CMD

VAL1VAL2 VAL3 CR

CMD: Control text (3 Bytes) Use 3 lowercase letters only. No numerals allowed.

CR: Carriage Return (0x0D)

: Space (0x20) or Comma (0x2C)

VAL: Setting value (decimal, maximum 5 digits)

<Example>

gax

0 CR

4.1.3 Camera Sending Message (PC Receiving Message)

 Format 1 >R CR >[SB] CR EOT

 Format 2 (for “sta” command) >OK CR >[MEM] CR >sta CR EOT

> : Results start text (0×3E)
R: Camera receive command analyzed results
[SB] : Camera receive command send back
[MEM] : Memory data readout value
CR: Separated text (0×0D)
EOT: Send command all text End text (0×04)

<Example>
>OK CR >gax 0 CR EOT

T able 4-1-3-1 Error Messages

Camera Response Meaning

OK Camera executed command

CMD ERR! Command is not valid

CMD OVR ERR! Command text line is too long

VAL ERR! Parameter accepted was outside of specified

MEM ERR! Memory error

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4.1.4 Camera Control Commands

Table 4-1-4-1 shows the list of Camera Control Commands.

T able 4-1-4-1 List of Camera Control Commands

Control Item CMD VAL1 VAL2 Control Description

Analog Gain gax 0 to 20 x1.00...x11.22(1.06dB/step)

Digital Gain gdx 0 to 511 x1...x2(x0.003906/step)

Digital Offset

odx -15 to 15

-15...15(1DN/step at 8bit)

-60...60(4DN/step at 10bit)

Exposure Mode inm 0 /1/2 Free Run / Ext Edge / Ext Level

Programmable

Exposure Time

(Dividing, Counter)

int 0 to 11

61 to

1023

48.8～1676083.2μs
(Dividing=1/16 ・・・ to 1/32768,

Counter 61 to 1023)

Output Signal Setting 1

voa 0 /1 0

VAL1:8bit /10bit selection,

VAL2:0(Fixed)

Output Signal Setting 2

voc 0 /1 Linear /Log

Memory Initializing rst Reset to factory settings

Memory Load rfd Readout setup data in memory

Memory Save sav Store present setup data in memory

Test Pattern tpn 0 /1 OFF/ON

Pixel Correction Data

Save

wht

Store pixel correction data in memory

Pixel Correction Setting

shc 0/1/2

0 to

1023

0:Correction OFF /1:Factory white

correction /2:Arbitrary white correction,

Correction level (10-bit)

Exposure-Readout

Time

pad 0 to 50

0 -81920μs

Operation Status

Readout

sta

Returns the current camera

settings.

Scanning Direction rev 0 /1 0 : Forward / 1 : Reverse

Programmable Exposure Time＝VAL2 ÷{20000000÷(16ｘ2＾VAL1)}
Exposure-Readout Time＝VAL 1 ÷{20000000÷(16ｘ2＾VAL1*)}

(VAL* : Dividing of Programmable Exposure Time)

(Unit : μs)

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4.1.5 Memory Setup Values (Factory Settings)

The memory setup values (factory settings) are shown in Table 4-1-5-1.

T able 4-1-5-1 Memory Setup Values (Factory Settings)

Control Item

CMD VAL1 VAL2

Control Description

Analog Gain gax 0 x1(0dB)

Digital Gain gdx 0 x1

Digital Offset odx 0 0DN(8bit)

Exposure Mode inm 0 Free Run

Programmable

Exposure Time

int 0 61

48.8μs
(Dividing=16、Counter=61)

Output Signal Setting 1

voa 0 0 8bit, 4096pixels

Output Signal Setting 2

voc 0 Linear

Test Pattern tpn 0 OFF

Pixel Correction Setting shc 1 900

Factory White Correction

Correction Level 900DN(10bit)

Exposure-Readout

Time

pad 0

0 μs

Scanning Direction rev 0 Forward : 0

4.2 Details on Commands

4.2.1 Setting Analog Gain

Sets analog gain in 21 steps between x 1 and x 11.2.

 Format 2 CMDVAL1 CR
 CMD gax

 VAL 0 (x1) to 20 (x11.2)

<Example>

gax5 CR (Setting analog gain 5(x1.84))

>OK

>gax 5

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4.2.2 Setting Digital Gain

Sets digital gain in 512 steps between x 1 and x 2.

 Format 2 CMDVAL1 CR
 CMD gdx

 VAL 0(x 1) to 511(x 2)

<Example>

gdx255 CR (Setting digital gain 255(1023/(1023-255)=x1.33))

>OK

>gdx 255

4.2.3 Setting Digital Offset

Sets digital offset -15 to 15(8bit:1DN/Step), -60 to 60(10bit:4DN/step)

 Format 2 CMDVAL1 CR
 CMD odx

 VAL -15 to 15

<Example>

odx5 CR (Setting digital offset 5(8-bit) or 20(10-bit))

>OK

>odx 5

4.2.4 Setting Exposure Mode

Sets the exposure mode.

 Format 2 CMD□VAL1 CR
 CMD inm

 VAL 0,1,2

<Example>

inm0 CR (Setting the exposure mode free run)

>OK

>inm 0

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4.2.5 Setting Exposure Time

Sets the exposure time.

 Format 3 CMDVAL1VAL2 CR
 CMD int

 VAL1 0 to 11 (Setting Dividing)

 VAL2 61 to 1023 (Setting Counter value)

<Example>

int0120 CR (Setting exposure time 48μs)

>OK

>int 0,120

4.2.6 Setting Output Signals 1 (Setting Data Format)

Sets the data format of output signals.

 Format 3 CMDVAL1VAL2 CR
 CMD voa

 VAL1 0,1 (Selecting output data 8 bit or 10bit)

 VAL2 0 (fixed value)

<Example>

voa00 CR (8bit output)

>OK

>voa 0,0

4.2.7 Setting Output Signals 2 (Setting Linear / Log)

Sets the data format of output signals.

 Format 2 CMDVAL1 CR

 CMD voc

 VAL 0,1 (0:linear output / 1:log output)

<Example>

voc0 CR (linear output)

>OK

>voc 0

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4.2.8 Memory Initializing (Initializing Camera Settings)

Reset the flash memory to the factory default.

 Format 1 CMD CR

 CMD rst

<Example>

rst CR

>OK

>Type=XCM4040SAT2

>Ver.=

2.44_0x4613

>Serial=

9999

>check_code = 20070615

>gax 0

>gdx 0

>odx 0

>inm 0

>int 0,61

>cka 0

>voa 0,0

>voc 0

>tpn 0

>shc 1, 900

>pad 0

>rev 0

>rst

4.2.9 Memory Load

Reads out the camera settings from the flash memory.

 Format 1 CMD CR

 CMD rfd

<Example>

rfd CR

>OK

>Type= XCM4040SAT2

>Ver.=

2.44_0x4613

>Serial=

9999

>check_code = 20070615

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>gax 0

>gdx 0

>odx 0

>inm 0

>int 0,61

>cka 0

>voa 0,0

>voc 0

>tpn 0

>shc 1,900

>pad 0

>rev 0
>rfd

4.2.10 Memory Save

Stores the current camera settings in the flash memory.

 Format 1 CMD CR

 CMD sav

<Example>

sav CR

>OK
>sav

4.2.11 Generating Test Pattern

Generates

test pattern.

 Format 2 CMDVAL1 CR

 CMD tpn

 VAL 0,1 (0:Image data, 1: Test pattern)

<Example>

tpn1 CR (Generating test pattern)

>OK

>tpn 1

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4.2.12 Saving Pixel Correction Data

Acquires the current pixel correction data and saves it in the flash memory.

One correction data can be saved at each step of analog gain.

 Format 1 CMD CR

 CMD wht

<Example>

wht CR

>OK
>wht

4.2.13 Setting Pixel Correction

Sets pixel correction.

 Format 3 CMDVAL1VAL2 CR

 CMD shc
 VAL1 0,1,2 (0:Correction OFF /1:Factory white correction

/2:Arbitrary white correction, Correction level (10bit))

 VAL2 0 to 1023 (Setting correction level:10bit)

<Example>

shc1900 CR (for Factory white correction, Correction level 900)

>OK

>shc 1,900

4.2.14 Setting Exposure Time - Readout Time

Prolongs the line period without changing the exposure time.

 Format 2 CMDVAL1 CR

 CMD pad

 VAL 1 0 to 50 (

0-81920μs)

<Example>
pad□10 CR

>OK

>pad 10

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The increment of the line period depends on the exposure time setting

command VAL1 in “int”. For example, if VAL1 (in “int”)=1 and VAL1 (in

“pad”)=1, the increment is 12.5ns x 2 x 16 x 2=0.8μs. If VAL1 (in “int”) = 3 and

VAL1 (in “pad”)=1, the increment is 12.5ns x 2 x 16 x (2 x 2 x 2)=3.2μs. And if

VAL1 (in “int”)=5 and VAL1 (in “pad”)=1, the increment is 12.5ns x 2 x 16 x (2 x

2 x 2 x 2 x 2)= 12.8μs.

4.2.15 Returning the Cameras Settings to the its original status

Returns the current camera settings.

 Format 1 CMD CR

 CMD sta

<Example>

sta CR

>OK

>Type=XCM4040SAT2

>Ver.=

2.44_0x4613

>Serial=0

>check_code = 20070615

>gax 0

>gdx 0

>odx 0

>inm 0

>int 0,61

>cka 0

>voa 0,0

>voc 0

>tpn 0

>shc 1,900

>pad 0

>rev 0
>sta

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4.2.16 Setting the Pixel Readout Direction

Sets the pixel readout direction.

 Format 2 : CMDVAL1 CR

 CMD : rev

 VAL1 : 0,1 (0:Forward, 1:Reverse)

<Example>

rev1 CR (Reverse)

>OK

>rev 1

4.3 Digital Processing flow in FPGA
The digital processing flow in FPGA is shown below.

Video(10bit)

From Sensor

- x

White reference

multipl

Test Pattern

select

Black reference

substract

FPGA Processing block diagram

x

Video(8 or 10bit)
To Channel Link
Driver

Digital Gain

-

Digital Offset

8 or 10bit

select

Output Block

select

In Tes t P a ttern mod e , B lac k / White r efe re n ce a n d D ig ita l G a in /O ffs e t will be s kip p e d .

Figure 4-3-1 FPGA Processing Block Diagram

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4.4 Startup

After turning on, the camera run a startup procedure before it starts getting

images and outputting data. It takes about four seconds.

The startup procedure is as follows.

(1) The camera hardware initializes.

(2) Reads out the latest camera settings from the flash memory. (User

settings if any or factory default settings)
(3) Set up the camera with the setting value from the flash memory.

After those sequences, the camera is ready to get images and output data.

4.5 Saving and Loading Camera Settings

The camera settings data is saved in the internal memory (flash memory)

and is loaded from the memory when turning on the power supply or loading
(sending the “rfd” command).

 The number of times the flash memory can be rewritten will vary

depending on actual operational conditions. After turning on the power supply,

the camera always checks the memory status. If the data is not within the

designated range due to a malfunction or other type of trouble, the memory

will be automatically reset to the factory settings.

 If the camera power is disconnected while rewriting the memory, the

whole data saved in the memory will be deleted.

As it takes several seconds to rewrite the memory, do not disconnect power

supply before receiving the answer from the camera.

Commands for rewriting the memory are as follows.

 Reset to factory settings (rst)
 Store present setup data in memory (sav)
 Store pixel correction data in memory (wht)

 When changing the factory setting exposure mode, be sure to send the

control input signal (CC1). If you do not send CC1 or sending control input

signals are out of the designated range, you cannot get images and cannot

change the settings. See 4.8.2 and 4.8.3.

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T able 4-5-1 Camera Operation Mode and Control Input

Camera operation mode

(Exposure mode)

Control input

(From frame grabber board)

Free Run (Programmable time setting)

（Factory Setting）

Not in use

Ext Edge (External trigger edge +

Programmable time setting

)

External trigger (CC1) is required

Ext Level (External trigger level time

setting)

External trigger (CC1) is required

4.6 Serial Communication Settings

Serial communication is performed through the Camera Link Interface

Table 4-6-1 shows serial communication settings.

T able 4-6-1 Serial Communication Settings

Parameter Items Setup Value

Communication Speed (Baud rate) 9600bps

Data Length 8bit

Parity Bit None

Stop bit 1bit

Flow Control None

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4.7 Video Output Format

The camera outputs 8-bit or 10-bit digital data through 2 taps.

LSB

MSB

１０ｂｉｔ８ｂｉｔ

LSB

MSBｂｉｔ９

ｂｉｔ８

ｂｉｔ７

ｂｉｔ６

ｂｉｔ５

ｂｉｔ４

ｂｉｔ３

ｂｉｔ２

ｂｉｔ１

ｂｉｔ０

8-ｂｉｔ（Default）

ＡＤＣ

ＡＤＣ

10-ｂｉｔ　

ｂｉｔ９

ｂｉｔ８

ｂｉｔ７

ｂｉｔ６

ｂｉｔ５

ｂｉｔ４

ｂｉｔ３

ｂｉｔ２

ｂｉｔ１

ｂｉｔ０

Figure 4-7-1 Pin Assignments of Digital Data

 The A/D converter of the camera has a 10-bit resolution. For 8-bit output, the

upper 8-bit signal can be output as a video data.

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Video output phase of the camera is shown below.

 FVAL = 0 (low level) fixed

Figure 4-7-2 Video Output Phase of the Camera

Invalid 40935 4095InvalidInvali d InvalidInvalid InvalidInvalid Invali d

ＸＣｌｋ

ＤＶＡＬ

ＶIＤＥＯ
(＃1 BLOCK)

ＬＶＡＬ

Invalid 2 40946 4096InvalidInvalid InvalidInvalid InvalidInvalid Invalid

ＶIＤＥＯ
(＃2 BLOCK)

713

8

1 2048

4

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4.8 Exposure Mode and Timing Chart

The camera has three exposure modes. The overview of each mode and the

timing are as follows.

4.8.1 Free Run Exposure Mode (Programming time setting)

In free-run exposure mode, the camera generates its own internal control

signal based on two programmable parameters, exposure time and readout
time.

T able 4-8-1-1 Programmable Exposure Time

4040SAT2

P Programmable exposure time

48.8～1676083.2

r Readout time

51.2

（unit：μs）

Exposure

Readout

(1)

(1)

(2)

(2)

(3)

(3)

(4)

(4) (5)

p

r

scan

Figure 4-8-1-1 Free Run Exposure Mode

 The data of Exposure (1) is read out at Readout (1)

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4.8.2 External Trigger Exposure Mode (Trigger Edge)

In external trigger exposure mode (Trigger Edge), the exposure time is

determined by the setting for the line period parameter, each exposure starts

with the rising edge and the line period is determined by the time from rising

edge to rising edge of the internal control signal. The range of programmable

exposure time, the timing chart of the exposure and the readout are shown

below.

T able 4-8-2-1 Programmable Exposure Time

4040SAT2

P Programmable exposure time

48.8～1676083.2

r Readout time

51.2

a Trigger pulse H time

≧1.6

b Trigger pulse L time

≧4.8

c Trigger pulse cycle

≧53.6

（unit：μs）

Exposure

Readout

(1)

(1)

(2)

(2)

Trigger

(1)

(2)

(3)

(3)

(CC1)

ab

p

r

c

Figure 4-8-2-1 External Trigger (Trigger Edge) Exposure Mode

 The data of Exposure (1) is read out at Readout (1)

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4.8.3 External Trigger Exposure Mode (Trigger Level)

In external trigger exposure mode (Trigger Level), the exposure time is

determined by the setting for the line period parameter, each exposure starts

with the rising edge and the line period is determined by high trigger pulse

time. The range of programmable exposure time, the timing chart of the
exposure and the readout are shown below.

T able 4-8-3-1 Programmable Exposure Time

4040SAT2

r Readout time

51.2

a Trigger pulse H time

≧48.8

b Trigger pulse L time

≧4.8

c Trigger pulse cycle

≧53.6

（unit：μs）

Exprosure

Readout

(1)

(1)

(2)

Trigger

(2)

(1)

(2)

(3)

(3)

(CC1)

c

ba

r

a

Figure 4-8-3-1 External Trigger (Trigger Level) Exposure Mode



The data of Exposure (1) is read out at Readout (1)

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4.9 Setting Offset

In the diagram below, the horizontal axis indicates the volume of light and

vertical axis indicates the output.

Fs shows the output at saturation. Dd shows the output at darkness. (Both

Fs and Dd are digital.) Se shows for the saturation current, or the amount of
exposure when the output saturates.

Figure 4-9-1 Saturation Exposure and Dark Current Output

By setting the offset, you can set the Y-intercept arbitrarily. DF shows the

digital offset value. The gradients of lines do not change.

Figure 4-9-2 Offset Adjustment

 Adjust gain and offset to meet your system’s requirements.

Ｄｄ

Ｆｓ

Ｓｅ

Volume of Light

(lx・s)

Output

Fs : Saturation Output

Dd : Dark Current

Se : Saturation Exposure

Output

DF : Offset Value

ＤＦ

Volume of Light

(lx・s)

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4.10 Setting Gain

The camera can adjust the analog gain (x1 to X11.2 in 21 steps) and the

digital gain. As the diagram below indicates, increasing the gain setting

increases the slope of the camera’s response curve and results in a higher

camera output for a given amount of light.

Analog gain can be changed by sending the ”gax” command.
Digital gain can be changed by sending the “gdx” command.

Figure 4-10-1 PGA Gain Adjustment

 Gain and noise values are proportionally related.
 Adjust amount of gain in accordance with the requirements of your camera

system.

Ｆｓ

Output

Fs : Saturation Output

Gain a

Volume of Light (lx・s)

(a<b<c)

Gain b

Gain c

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Gain-Sensitivity is shown below.

T able 4-10-1 Gain-Sensitivity

Analog Amplifier

Sensitivity

(V/lxs)

Analog Amplifier

Sensitivity

(V/lxs)

1 x1.00 0.00dB 70

12 x3.74 11.46dB 262

2 x1.13 1.06dB 79

13 x4.23 12.52dB 296

3 x1.28 2.12dB 89

14 x4.78 13.58dB 334

4 x1.44 3.18dB 101

15 x5.40 14.64dB 378

5 x1.63 4.24dB 114

16 x6.10 15.70dB 427

6 x1.84 5.30dB 129

17 x6.89 16.76dB 482

7 x2.08 6.36dB 146

18 x7.78 17.82dB 545

8 x2.29 7.20dB 160

19 x8.79 18.88dB 615

9 x2.59 8.26dB 181

20 x9.93 19.94dB 695

10 x2.92 9.32dB 205

21 x11.22 20.64dB 785

11 x3.31 10.40dB 232

Digital gain x1, Pixel correction: default, (Factory white correction data, Correction level

900DN)

You can choose between Linear or Log mode for the cameras output A/D
Characteristics by sending the “voc” command. The characteristics are
shown in Figure 4-10-2.

Figure 4-10-2 A/D Characteristics

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

0 0.10.20.30.40.50.60.70.80.9 1

Amount of Incident Light

Output

LOG ADC

LIN ADC

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4.11 Pixel Correction

Generally speaking, image sensors (CCD, CMOS and so on) have fixed

pattern noise and photo response non-uniformity. Lens shadings and light
sources also can cause non-uniformity. The camera is set to the optimal

correction before shipping in order to provide images of high grade.

The camera also has the function of user white correction to cope with lens

shading and non-uniform illumination, or to lose the irregular sensitivity

generated by the thing changed into the lighting of a different spectrum

characteristic completely.

Cal_bl: Output data of each pixel at perfectly dark (digital) Cal_wh: Output
data of each pixel in uniform illumination (digital) Target_Val : Target value
for correction (10bit digital) Vin :Input data (digital) Vout :Output data (digital)
The corrected data is expressed in the following equation. Vout=(Vin-Cal_bl) x
Target_val / (Cal_wh-Cal_bl)

Waveform before bit correction

Output

Pixel Number

Waveform after bit correction

Output

Pixel Number

Figure 4-11-1 Waveform before and after bit correction

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4.11.1 Command Settings

You can set the correction on or off, and acquire arbitrary white correction
data by sending commands through serial communication,

The example of command settings

shc 0,900: No correction
shc 1,900: Factory white correction

shc 2,900: Arbitrary white correction
wht: Acquisition of arbitrary white correction data

4.11.2 How to calibrate the camera

(1) Remove the lens cap and point it at the white illumination, in order to set

a uniform wave level. Then you can acquire arbitrary white correction data.

With a lens, the shading by both a lens and a light source will be

simultaneously corrected. At this time, please defocus a little to avoid being

affected by the un-uniformity of the object.

(2) Send the “wht” command through serial communication.

(3) Confirm that the camera returns “>OK” and “>wht”. Thus arbitrary white

correction data is saved and loaded to the camera.

(4) Send the “shc 2 VAL2” command through serial communication. Then

the arbitrary white correction will be on and set the correction level as

“VAL2”.

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4.12 Test Pattern

This camera can generate a test pattern. Use the test pattern to verify the

proper timing and connections between the camera and the frame grabber

board.

The test pattern of the camera is below.

Figure 4-12-1 T est Pattern of the Camera

Figure 4-12-2 T est Image the Camera

The test pattern is a ramp from 0 to 1023DN in 10-bit mode, and then it repeats
itself from 0 again 4 times.

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5 Confirming Camera Settings

5.1 Before Power-on

(1) Confirm the pin assignment of the power cable.

No NAME Color of Cable

1 12 -15V White

2 12 -15V Red

3 GND Green

4 GND Black

Figure 5-1-1 Pin Assignment of Power Cable

(2) Confirm the direction and the channel of the cables. Some Camera Link
cables are directional.

 If one of the connectors says “Camera side”, connect it to the camera.

Figure 5-1-2 Connection Direction of Camera Cable

1

2

4

3

Camera side Frame grabber side

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The connection channel of in case of “Solios”

CL1 = CHANNEL #0

DC12-15V

CL1

Indicator

Power Supply Connector

(HIROSE HR10A 4P)

Camera Link

Connector (MDR26)

DIGITAL
LINESCAN
CAMERA

CLISBee

S

Figure 5-1-3 Channel of Camera Link Cables

5.2 After Power-on

(1) Confirm sent and received commands using the camera control utility.

Launch CLISBeeCtrl, set COM port and connect. Click “Memory Dump” and

wait for the response.

Figure 5-2-1 Confirmation of Connection

CHANNEL#0

CHANNEL#1

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(2) Set a trigger mode and a video output mode with the camera control utility.

Example: Trigger mode = Free run

Video output mode =8bit

Figure 5-2-2 Setting of Exposure Mode and Video Output Mode

 If you have your own application to check the images, select suitable
settings.

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(3) Capture images using a camera interface board utility. In case of

Matrox’s Solios, it is convenient to use Intellicam.

Figure 5-2-3 Solios Intellicam dcf Window

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5.3 In Operation

(1) Does acquisition time out error occur?

<Cause>

<1> Captured images are too heavy.

If there are many filtering processes, the assignments to the driver may be

insufficient.

<2> The cables are detached from the connector

Ensure that the power cable and Camera Link cables are connected to the

camera correctly.

<3> Camera Link cables come under the influence of noise when the cables

are laid near a light source inverter line or a power line. The personal

computer in use may be reset.

(2) Are there dark lines in the direction of vertical scanning on the image?

<Cause>

<1> Dust on the sensor window

Dust may come on the sensor window from the inside or the outside of the

camera. Remove the dust with air or a lens cleaner.

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6 Sensor Handling Instructions

6.1 Electrostatic Discharge and the Sensor

CMOS sensors are susceptible to damage from electrostatic discharge and
can become defective.

6.2 Protecting Against Dust, Oil and Scratches

The CMOS sensor window is part of the optical path and should be handled

like other optical components with care. If you use the camera in a dusty area,

prepare a dust-proof enclosure. Dust can obscure pixels, producing dark lines
on the image.

6.3 Cleaning the Sensor Window

Dust: Can usually be removed by blowing the window surface using a

compressed air blower.

Oil: Wipe the window with a lint-free cloth wiper moistened with ethyl alcohol

carefully and slowly.

When there is dust or smudges on the sensor window, it appears in the same

way as noise on the image. Please remove it appropriately.

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7 Troubleshooting

The following pages contain several troubleshooting charts that can help you

find the cause of problems user sometimes encounter.

7.1 When there is no Image

The indicator is glowing.

A

re the correct connectors being used

between the camera and the powe

r

supply, and are they properly

connected?

A

rrange a power source that

meets the specifications.

The camera has the correc

t

connection with the frame grabber.

The camera could be
faulty. Please contact us
for assistance.

When switched on, the power source meets

the specified voltage.

The capacity of the powe

r

source is enough.

Connect the camera and the frame
grabber board with camera cables.

A

fter being energized, set up the

frame grabber board suitably.

Is the sample software program being used to

control the camera.

The sample software program is used to

control the camera and is communicating

with the camera successfull

y

.

Confirm the communication software, the control
protocol for the camera and commands.

The power source meets the specified voltage.

The frame grabber board is
switched on and set up.

Yes

The frame grabbe

r

is communicating
with the camera
successfully.

Yes

Yes

No

No

Yes

No

No

No

Yes

No

No

No

No

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

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B

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A

To next page

B

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The capturing software program is

custom made.

No image is captured with the

sample software program provided.

The communication port is set correctly.

Nothing blocks off the light.

If a lens cap is on, take it off.

The amount of the illumination is

enough.

Check the light source. If the
images are too dark, try to increase
the light intensity, and vice versa.

No image at the full aperture.

The optical axes of the camera and

the image sensor are aligned.

Check the compatibility between the
camera and the frame grabber board.

The capturing software program is

provided with the board as a sample

program.

Set the communication port
correctly.

The camera could be faulty. Please contact
us for assistance.

The camera could be faulty. Please contact
us for assistance.

No

Yes

No

Yes

No

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

No

No

No

B

A

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7.2 When Noise is present in the Image

Noise is present at the

point of first use.

A

servomotor or a

magnetic valve is placed

near the camera.

The camera has been used for 3 o

r

more years, or the ambien

t

temperature is higher than room

tem

p

erature.

There are some degradable parts
in the camera. Please contact us
for assistance.

The power supply has been used fo

r

3 or more years, or the ambient

temperature is higher than room

tem

p

erature.

Check the condition of the powe

r

supply.

The camera and or cables are used

in a moving environment (attached

to a machine which applies stress to

the cables).

Check the condition of the camera
cables and the power supply
cable.

The camera could be faulty. Please
contact us for assistance.

Turning on a servomoto

r

or a magnetic valve

generates an electric

noise.

Prevent the noise
source from disturbing
the camera cables and
the power cable.

Yes

No

Yes

No

No

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

No

No

Yes

To next page

C

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Cables are asymmetric such as thin cables.

One of the connectors of an asymmetric
camera cable is to be connected with a
camera. (Labeled as “Camera side”)

The camera cables are too long.

Use camera cables in accordance with the
transmission rate. The cables should not be
too long to avoid the noise disturbance.

The power source has no fluctuation in voltage and is not deteriorated.

Use a stable power supply.

The camera could be faulty. Please
contact us for assistance.

When the camera gain is on a

high level, bright spots occu

r

without incident light.

Secondary radiation (rays)
could cause bright spots, but
this is not malfunction.

C

No

Yes

Yes

No

No

Yes

Yes

No

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7.3 When the Camera becomes hot

The camera is too hot to touch.

The consumption current of the

power supply is larger than the

ratin

g

.

The camera will become hotter than the
ambient temperature while in operation
because of self-heating. Allow sufficient
air circulation around the camera to give i

t

the longer life.

Keep the ambient temperature within
the range of the specifications.

The camera could be faulty. Please contact
us for assistance.

Yes

No

No

Yes

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8 CLISBeeCtrl

8.1 Overview

The CLISBeeCtrl is the remote control software for “CLISBee*” camera

using “NED Camera Control Protocol”(NCCP) from a PC.

Connectable interfaces are following.

1) Camera Link API

2) Communication Port (COM port, RS232C)

*CLISBee is the nickname for XCM series camera.

8.2 System Requirements

PC : PC/AT compatible

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 2000 or XP. (Windows Vista: not confirmed)

Free disk space: 1-2MB ( It may fluctuate with the number of camera parameter files. )

Connection: Camera Link grabber board, Camera Link cables

8.3 Install

Copy the CLISBeeCtrl folder in the media (CD-ROM, etc) which our company provides, to

your hard disk.

8.4 Uninstall

Remove the CLISBeeCtrl folder and all files in CLISBeeCtrl folder.

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8.5 Operation

8.5.1 Start Program

Open Windows Explorer and Double-click the “CLISBeeCtrl.exe”.

Buttons in the tool-bar have the following functions.

A: Exporting parameters in the text file format.

B: Connection with the camera.

C: Disconnection.

D: Setting Communication.

E: Version Information.

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Ｄ Ｅ

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8.5.2 Selecting interface and Timeout setting

8.5.2.1.Selecting interface

1) Click button D.

2) Select the interface in Drop-down-list-box.

3) Click “Setting” button to set the interface. (See 8.5.2.2. and 8.5.2.3.)

4) Click “OK” button.

Click “Cancel” button when stopping setup.

Note: The camera can be used without this operation after it has been set up correctly.

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8.5.2.2 Setting Communication port

1) Set up each item as follows. ( NED standard )

However, when the setup which differs to the camera to connect is shown, follow there.

(1) Port: Select connecting port.

(2) Bits per Second: 9600

(3) Data bits: 8

(4) Parity: None

(5) Stop bits: 1

(6) Flow control: None

Note: Other parameters are not used.

2) Click “OK” button.

Click “Cancel” button when stopping setup.

Note: The camera can be used without this operation after it has been set up correctly.

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8.5.2.3 Setting Camera Link API

1) Input the DLL file name for Camera Link API by edit-box,

Or click “Browse” button and select this file.

2) Input value corresponding to the position of Camera Link cable to connect, into “Serial

Index” column.

3) Click “OK” button.

Click “Cancel” button when stopping setup.

Note: The camera can be used without this operation after it has been set up correctly.

Note: DLL for Camera Link API is provided by the manufacturer of the grabber board.

Some frame grabber boards are connected directly to the PC’s COM port, in this

case, select interface to COM port (RS232C). Please contact the manufacturer of

the grabber board for detail.

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8.5.2.4 Setting Timeout

1) Input each timeout value in the edit-box.(unit :ms)

When you will click on the “Default” button, the value will be reset to the cameras

default values.

The meanings of each timeout are as follows.

First Receive: The maximum time from sending a command to receiving the first

data.

Next Receive: The maximum time between a letter and the next one.

Send: The maximum time until finishing sending a command.

2) Click “OK” button.

Click “Cancel” button when stopping setup.

Note: The camera can be used without this operation after it has been set up correctly.

8.5.3.Connect

Click button B. Then you can control the camera. (See “8.6.Control”)

Click the “Memory Dump” button to acquire the current data of the camera.

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8.5.4.Disconnect and end program

Click button C. Then click “X” button in the upper right of the window.

8.5.5.Check of the contents of communication

Click "Console" tag near the bottom window.

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8.5.6.Export Parameters to text file

1) Click button A.

2) Input file name and click “Save” button. Present setting value of each control is saved

by text format.

8.5.7.Import Parameters from text file

1) Select menu “File” – “Text Load”

2) Input file name and click “Open” button.

Each command preserved in the text file is issued one by one.

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8.6 Control

8.6.1 Gains and Offsets

< Gain >

Analog 1 / Analog 2 :

The signal will be sent to the camera every time you make a selection from the menu in

the drop-down-list-box.

Note: XCMx0x0SA does not use ‘Analog 2’.( Included to ‘Analog 1’ )

Digital :

Set a value with the slider, the edit-box or the spin-button. Then, click “Send” button.

< Offset >

Digital :

Set a value with the slider, the edit-box or the spin-button. Then, click “Send” button.

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8.6.2 Clock & Integration

Clock :Shows the camera internal clock frequency.
(Read Only)

Dividing / Counter : Setting integration time.

First, choose a dividing clock from the drop-down-list-box.

Next, set a counter value with the slider, edit-box or the spin-button. Then, click “Send”

button.

Integration Time :Shows the calculated value of integration time. ( unit :

μs )

Padding : Set a value with the slider, the edit-box or the spin-button. Then, click “Send”

button.

Padding Time :Shows the calculated value of padding time. (unit :

μs )

Scanrate :Shows the calculated value of the scan rate. (unit :

μs )

Scanrate -> Counter Calculating :Set the value in the edit-box. Then, click this button.

Put the desirable scan rate value, then the counter value will be calculated

automatically with the present values of clock, dividing and padding.

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8.6.3 Trigger & Video

The signal will be sent to the camera every time you choose make a selection from the

menu in the drop-down-list-box.

Trigger Mode :The selection of Free Run Exposure mode and External Trigger Exposure

mode.

Video output :The selection of the number of the output bit and the output block.

ADC Characteristic :The selection of the A/D characteristics.

Direction of scanning :The selection of the scan direction.

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8.6.4 Intelligence

< Calibration >

Calib White : Acquisition of white data and saving the calibration data to camera’s flash

memory.

Mode / Level :First, choose the mode from the drop-down-list-box.

Next, set a value with the slider, the edit-box or the spin-button. Then, click “Send”

button.

Test Pattern :The signal will be sent to the camera every time you make this selection

from the menu in the drop-down-list-box.

8.6.5 Memory in camera

Memory Dump :Read the data from the camera’s work memory.

Flash Load :Loading the data from the camera’s flash memory.

Flash Save :Saving the data in the camera’s flash memory.

Flash Initialize :Initializing the camera’s flash memory with the factory standard data.

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8.7 Upgrade

When installing a newer / updated software version from our company,

Please perform in the following procedure.

1) Check the CLISBeeCtrl has not started.

2) Uninstall the old version software. ( See “8.4.Uninstall” )

3) Install new version software. ( See “8.3.Install” )

8.8 How to Program

Please refer sample programs in CLISBeeCtrl¥SampleProgram folder.

8.9 Attention on use

1) Reproducing and distributing without notice the part or all of this software and this book

is prohibited.

2) Reverse engineering, decompiling, disassembling and modifying without notice the part

or all of this software is prohibited.

3) The specification of this software and the contents of this book may be changed without

announcement in future.

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9 Others

9.1 Notice

 No part of this document may be reproduced in any form, in whole or in part, without

the expressed written consent of NED.

 Contents of this document are subject to change without prior notice.

 Every care has been taken in the preparation of this User’s Manual. If you should

discover any errors or omissions, please notify your nearest NED representative.

9.2 Contact for support

Nippon Electro-Sensory Devices Corporation

Head Office

2-5-12, Itachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka 550-0012, Japan

Phone [phone]

Fax [phone]

Tokyo Branch

Jiburaruta Seimei Oi BLDG., Room No.402

1-45-2, Oi, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 140-0014, Japan

Phone [phone]

Fax [phone]

Nishi-Nippon Branch

Twin Square 1-8-28 Enokida, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, 812-0004, Japan

Phone [phone]

Fax [phone]

URL

http://ned-sensor.co.jp/

E-Mail

[e-mail]

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9.3 Product Support

9.3.1 Warranty card (attach a separate)

Read carefully the Warranty card, please trasure it.

9.3.2 When you need to repair

If there is still a problem with your camera after checking it in accordance with

the troubleshooting guide, turn off the power and call your NED representative.

In such case, please inform us of the status of the camera. You can get the

status by

(1) executing the “sta” command, or

(2) clicking “Memory Dump” button when using CLISBeeCtrl.

The example of the camera status.

sta

>OK

>Type=XCM4040SAT2

>Ver.= 2.44_0x4613

>Serial=9999

>gaa 1

>gab 0

>gdx 0

>odx 0

>inm 0

>int 0,61

>cka 0

>voa 1,0

>voc 0

>tpn 0

>shc 1,900

>pad 0

>sta

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Revision History

Revision

Number

Date Changes

01 31 Mar.2010 Initial release

02 19 May 2010 Camera Connector