Panasonic GP-MF622 User Manual

Machine Vision Camera

GP-MF622

Before attempting to connect or operate this product,

please read these instructions completely.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with arrow­head symbol, within an equilat­eral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous volt­age" within the product's enclo­sure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

SA 1965

SA 1966

The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and mainte­nance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appli­ance.

Warning:

This equipment generates and uses radio fre­quency energy and if not installed and used
properly, i.e., in strict accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interfer­ence to radio communications. It has been test­ed and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J
of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such
interference when operated in a commercial
environment.

The serial number of this product may be found on
the top of the unit.
You should note the serial number of this unit in the
space provided and retain this book as a permanent
record of your purchase to aid identification in the
event of theft.

Model No.
Serial No.

Remove dust on the faceplate of filter glass
before mounting the lens on the camera.

CONTENTS

PREFACE ....................................................... 2

FEATURES ..................................................... 2

PRECAUTIONS .............................................. 3

MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND

THEIR FUNCTIONS ........................................ 5

PREPARATIONS ............................................. 9

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ............................. 10

EXTERNAL SYNCHRONIZATION .................. 11

PREVENTION OF BLOOMING AND SMEAR .. 11

SPECIFICATIONS ........................................... 12

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ............................. 13

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PREFACE

The Panasonic GP-MF622 Machine Vision
Camera has a 1/2” Interline Transfer CCD image
sensor which features 380 000 pixels, a horizon­tal resolution of 570 lines, and minimum smear.

FEATURES

1. Newly developed multi-function solid state
image sensor 1/2” Inter Line Transfer type
CCD image sensor with 768 (H) x 494 (V)
pixels.

2. Selectable scanning system :
1-line interlace and 2-line interlace are avail­able for the highest quality possible within
video processing.

3. External synchronization :
External HD/VD input enables system setup
with external video processors, etc.

4. Frame Reset :
External HD and VD reset signals reset the
scanning line to the line number 1.

5. High speed shutters up to 1/96 000 second
with trigger function enable to achieve
strobe-less machine vision system.

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4. Do not use the strong or abrasive
detergents when cleaning the camera
body.

Use a dry cloth to clean the camera when
dirty.
In case the dirt is hard to remove, use a
mild detergent and wipe gently.

5. Clean the CCD faceplate with care.

Do not clean the CCD with strong or abra­sive detergents. Use lens tissue or a cotton
tipped applicator and ethanol.

6. Never face the camera towards the sun.

Do not aim the camera at bright objects.
Whether the camera is in use or not, never
aim at the sun or other extremely bright
objects. Otherwise, blooming or smear may
be caused.

PRECAUTIONS

1. Do not attempt to dissemble the camera.

To prevent electric shock, do not remove
screws or covers.
There are no serviceable parts inside. Ask a
qualified service person for servicing.

2. Handle the camera with care.

Do not abuse the camera. Avoid striking,
shaking, etc. The camera could be dam­aged by improper handling or shortage.

3. Do not expose the camera to rain or
moisture, or try to operate it in wet areas.

This camera is designed for indoor use.
Turn the power off immediately and ask a
qualified service person for servicing.
Moisture can damage the camera and also
create the danger of electric shock.

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7. Do not drop anything inside the camera.

Dropping metal for example inside the cam­era could permanently damage the unit. If
anything is dropped inside the camera, turn
the power off immediately and ask a quali­fied service person for servicing.

8. Do not operate the camera beyond the
specified temperature, humidity or power
source ratings.

Use the camera under conditions where
temperature is between −10°C - +50°C
(14°F - 122°F), and humidity is below 90 %.
The input power source is DC 12 V, 170 mA.

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MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

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1. 1/2” Manual Iris Lens (Sold Separately)

2. Camera Connector (12-pin)

This is connected with the optional Camera Cable GP-CA34 , GP-CA33, GP-CA59 or GP-CA60.

3. Pedestal Control

This controls the pedestal level from 0 mV to
100 mV.

4. Manual Gain Control

This controls the gain level from 0 to 6 dB.

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Pin No. Description

1 Ground
2 +12V IN
3 Ground for Video Out
4 Video Out
5 Ground for HD
6 HD IN
7 VD/V reset/V cont IN
8 Ground

9 No connection
10 No connection
11 No connection
12 Ground for VD

CAUTION: CONNECT

THIS TO A DC 12V
CLASS 2 POWER
SUPPLY ONLY.

5. Video Output Connector

This connector is used to connect with the
VIDEO IN connector of the monitor.

6. Switch 1 No.1 (1/ON) 1ON

This switch selects the Field or Frame
Accumulation.

ON : Field Accumulation
OFF: Frame Accumulation

7. Switch 1 No.2 (2/ON) 2ON

8. Switch 1 No.3 (3/ON) 3ON

9. Switch 1 No.4 (4/ON) 4ON

10. Switch 1 No.5 (5/ON) 5ON

These switches (Switch 1 No. 2, 3, 4, and 5)
are used to set the shutter speed. The shut­ter speed changes according to the mode
which is set by the switch. (See following
pages to select mode by settings for Switch

2.)

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The shutter speed can be set as below:

11. Switch 1 No.6 (6/ON)

6ON

This switch is not available for this model.

12. Switch 2 No.1 (1/ON) 1ON

13. Switch 2 No.2 (2/ON) 2ON

These switches (Switch 2 No.1 and 2) are
used to set the mode. You can select the
mode from A, B, and C mode.
The mode can be set as below:

14. Switch 2 No.3 (3/ON) 3ON

When V reset is selected (Switch 2 No.1 is
ON and No.2 is OFF), this switch selects B
mode or C mode.

B mode: V reset Latch off
C mode: V reset Latch on

Switch 1 Mode

No. 2 No. 3 No. 4 No. 5

OFF OFF OFF OFF

ON OFF OFF OFF

OFF ON OFF OFF

ON ON OFF OFF

OFF OFF ON OFF

ON OFF ON OFF

OFF ON ON OFF

ON ON ON OFF

OFF OFF OFF ON

ON OFF OFF ON

OFF ON OFF ON

Other Combinations

ABC

Normal 1/2 000 1/2 000

1/100 1/2 000 1/2 000

1/500 1/2 000 1/2 000
1/1 000 1/2 000 1/2 000
1/2 000 1/2 000 1/2 000
1/4 000 1/4 000 1/4 000
1/8 000 1/8 000 1/10 000

1/16 000 1/16 000 1/30 000
1/32 000 1/32 000

Not Specified

1/64 000 1/64 000

Not Specified

1/96 000 1/96 000

Not Specified

Not Specified Not Specified Not Specified

Switch 2

Mode

No. 1

OFF

ON

OFF

Other Combinations

No. 2

OFF
OFF

ON

A mode : Internal, HD/VD
B, C mode : V reset
D mode : V cont
Not Specified

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15. Switch 2 No.4 (4/ON) 4ON

When V cont is selected (Switch 2 No.1 is
OFF and No.2 is ON), set this switch to ON
and Switch 2 No.6 to OFF.

16. Switch 2 No.5 (5/ON) 5ON

This switch turns on or off the termination for
HD signal with 75 Ω.

17. Switch 2 No.6 (6/ON) 6ON

This switch turns on or off the termination for
VD signal with 75 Ω.
When V cont is selected (Switch 2 No.1 is
OFF and No.2 is ON), set this switch to OFF
and Switch 2 No.4 to ON.

And to control the pedestal level or gain
level, remove the cover fixing screw on the
rear panel as shown below.

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1. Power Supply for Camera

Prepare a regulated DC power supply
which can supply DC 12 V ±10 % DC 170
mA or more current and rated CLASS 2.

2. Lenses

Be sure to use the optional manual iris lens
having the following items.
Focus : Adjustable
Lens Weight : Less than 300 g (0.66 lbs.)
Note: If the lens is heavier than 300 g (0.66

lbs.), both the lens and the camera
should be secured by using the sup­porter.

Mount : C-mount
The protrusion

at the rear of
the lens should
be as shown in
the illustration.

Less than 5/6" (Less than 8 mm)

3. Switch Covers Removal

Caution: The following preparation should

be made by qualified service person-

nel or system installers.
For setting the Switch 1 No.1 to 6 and 2 No.
1 to 6, remove the switch cover fixing screw
on the side panel as shown below.

PREPARATIONS

Remove this screw

12P

VIDEO

Remove
this screw

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Caution: Keep the power switches of all units to OFF before connections.

1. Connect the optional camera cable GP-CA34 between the connector of this camera and the 12V
DC Class 2 power supply(not provided as an accessory).

2. Connect the video connector of the GP-CA34 to the Video Monitor.

OUTIN 75Ω

Hi-Z

VIDEO

622

Camera

GP-CA34

Video Monitor

Coaxial Cable

HD IN
VD/V reset/V cont IN

Coaxial Cable

Caution: Use a 12V DC Class 2

Power Supply only

12V DC

Power Supply

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

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2 : 1 Interlace

The GP-MF622 works in 2 : 1 interlace mode
when external 2 : 1 interlaced HD/VD signal
is supplied to pin-6 and pin-7 of the camera
connector (12-pin).

When the camera is aimed at a bright light, such
as a spotlight, or a surface that reflects bright
light, smear or blooming may appear. therefore,
the camera should be operated carefully in the
vicinity of extremely bright objects to avoid
smear or blooming.

Smear

Bright object

EXTERNAL SYNCHRONIZATION

PREVENTION OF BLOOMING AND SMEAR

Note: If the picture appears disturbed, be sure

to match the phases of falling edges of the
external HD/VD.

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Pick-up Device : Inter Line Transfer type CCD with 768 (H) x 494 (V) pixels.
Image Size : 1/2” (7.95 (H) x 6.45 (V) mm)

2 : 1 interlace 1-line interlace (Frame accumulation)
2 : 1 interlace 2-line interlace (Field accumulation)

Synchronization : Internal or External (Selectable Automatically)

Internal : Built-in sync generator
External : 4.0 V[p-p]/75 Ω Horizontal drive and Vertical drive pulses
for 2 : 1 interlace

External Reset : External signal (4.0 V[p-p]/75 Ω, negative) supplied to EXT VD IN con-

nector can be used as reset signal
Horizontal Resolution : 570 lines at center
Minimum Illumination : 1.0 lx (0.1 foot-candles), (F1.4, Manual Gain Max (+6 dB) , γ OFF, 2 : 1

interlace, without shutter)
Signal to Noise Ratio: 56 dB Typical (Fix Gain OFF (0 dB), γ OFF, 2:1 interlace without shutter)
Gamma : 1.0
Gain Selection : 0 - 6 dB (Adjustable by Manual Gain Control on rear panel)
Electronic Shutter : 10-step (1/100 s to 1/96 000 s) at normal

7-step (1/2 000 s to 1/96 000 s) at Shutter Trigger Mode B.

4-step (1/2 000 s to1/30 000 s) at Shutter Trigger Mode C.
Lens Mount : C-Mount

SPECIFICATIONS

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Vibration Resistance : 10 G (10 Hz - 150 Hz) (2 hours each for three axes)
Shock Resistance : 80 G (IEC 68) *IEC=International Electronical Technical Commission
Power Source : DC + 12 V, 170 mA
Ambient Temperature : −10˚C - +50˚C (14˚F - 122˚F)
Dimensions : 29(W) x 29(H) x 65(D) mm [1-1/8"(W) x 1-1/8"(H) x 2-13/16"(D)]
Weight : 86 g (0.19 lbs.) (Camera Only)

Dimensions and weight indicated are approximate values.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Camera Cable GP-CA34

GP-CA33
GP-CA59
GP-CA60

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

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