Pulnix TM-200, TM-300 Operation Manual

TM-200/TM-300

Miniature CCD Camera

Operation Manual

69-0047

Rev. B

Notice

The material contained in this manual consists of information that is proprietary to JAI PULNiX , Inc., and may only
be used by the purchasers of the product. JAI PULNiX , Inc. makes no warranty for the use of its product and assumes
no responsibility for any errors which may appear or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained
herein. JAI PULNiX , Inc. reserves the right to make changes without notice.

Warranty

All of our solid state cameras have a full three year warranty. If any such product proves defective during this warranty
period, JAI PULNiX , Inc. will repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor or will provide a
replacement in exchange for the defective product. This warranty shall not apply to any damage, defect or failure caused
by improper use or inadequate maintenance and use.

Certifications

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FCC

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to 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 own expense.

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Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible

for FCC compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

TM-200 Operation Manual

JAI PULNiX, Inc.

625 River Oaks Parkway
San Jose, CA 95134
Tel: [phone]
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Table of Contents

1 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................1

1.1 Product Description .......................................................................... 1

1.2 Features ...........................................................................................1

1.3 Functional Options ........................................................................... 2

1.4 Applications ...................................................................................... 3

1.5 System Configuration ....................................................................... 3

2 INSTALLATION .....................................................................4

2.1 Getting Started ................................................................................. 4

2.1.1 Unpacking Instructions ........................................................ 4

2.1.2 Components List .................................................................4

2.1.3 Accessories ......................................................................... 4

2.2 Camera Setup ..................................................................................5

2.2.1 Connector Pin Configurations .............................................5

2.2.2 Power Supply and Power Cable Setup ................................ 5

2.2.3 Attaching the Video Output .................................................7

2.2.4 Attaching the Camera Lens ................................................. 7

2.2.5 Back Focusing the Lens ...................................................... 7

2.2.6 Auto-Iris Lens Setup ............................................................ 7

2.2.7 Monitor Display Mode ..........................................................7

2.2.8 Connectors and Cables ....................................................... 8

3 OPERATION ..........................................................................9

3.1 Modes of Operation .......................................................................... 9

3.1.1 External Switches ................................................................ 9

3.1.2 Shutter Control .................................................................... 9

3.1.3 Field and Frame Modes ......................................................9

3.1.4 Integration ...........................................................................10

3.1.5 External Sync ...................................................................... 10

3.1.6 Timing ................................................................................. 11

3.1.7 Interfacing to Frame Grabbers ............................................ 12

3.1.8 Sync Output and Clock Output ............................................ 12

3.2 Board Layout and Adjustment .......................................................... 12

3.2.1 Processor Board ................................................................. 12

3.2.2 Mother Board ...................................................................... 12

4 TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................14

4.1 Problems and Solutions ................................................................... 14

4.1.1 Symptom: No Video ............................................................. 14

4.1.2 Symptom: Dark Video .......................................................... 14

4.1.3 Symptom: Non-synchronized Video .................................... 14

4.2 Information and Support Resources ................................................ 15

5 APPENDIX ............................................................................. 16

5.1 Specifications ................................................................................... 16

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5.1.1 Product Specifications .........................................................16

5.1.2 Physical Dimensions ............................................................17

5.1.3 Glass Specifications ............................................................17

5.1.4 C-Mount Specifications ........................................................17

5.1.5 Front End Detail ...................................................................19

5.2 Spectral Response ...........................................................................20

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List of Figures

FIGURE 1. TM-200 System Configuration ...................................................3

FIGURE 2. 12P-02 Interface Cable (optional) ..............................................6

FIGURE 3. TM-200 Rear Panel ....................................................................9

FIGURE 4. Shutter Control Settings .............................................................9

FIGURE 5. Input Signals ..............................................................................11

FIGURE 6. TM-200/TM-300 Timing Chart ....................................................11

FIGURE 7. Processor Board ........................................................................12

FIGURE 8. Physical Dimensions ..................................................................17

FIGURE 9. Camera Front End - Glass Specifications ..................................17

FIGURE 10. C-Mount .....................................................................................17

FIGURE 11. Combination With “CS-Mount” Camera ......................................18

FIGURE 12. Front End Detail .........................................................................19

FIGURE 13. Front End Assembly ...................................................................19

FIGURE 14. Spectral Response .....................................................................20

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June 15, 1998

TM-200 / TM-300
Miniature CCD Camera

Operations Manual

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Product Description

The TM-200/300 is designed to be a simple yet high quality camera capable of meeting a variety of
application requirements. Featuring an advanced Had-type interline transfer 1/2" CCD imager, this
miniaturized high resolution camera offers many standard and optional features at a very affordable
price. It is available in both EIA (TM-200) and CCIR (TM-300) formats.

1.2 Features

Variable electronic shutter and random CCD integration.

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The substrate drain-type shutter mechanism provides a superb picture at various speeds without
smearing. The electronic shutter rate can be externally adjusted, from 1/60 to 1/10,000 in discrete
steps, via a manually controlled dial switch.

Miniaturized and lightweight.

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The use of a CCD image sensor in the video camera module and the development of special mini
C-mount lenses makes it possible to produce a very compact, lightweight and robust camera small
enough to operate just like a remoted head.

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High sensitivity.

The TM-200/TM-300 camera is one of the most low light sensitive 1/2" CCD cameras available
today. This feature is especially important when using the faster shutter speeds. The CCD detects
images into the near infrared. It requires only 1.0 lux of minimum illumination and 0.5 lux
minimum illumination at maximum gain. In general, this allows use of a higher lens f-value while
providing greater depth of field and sharper images.

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Precise image geometry.

On the CCD image sensor, the photosensor elements form exact rows both horizontally and
vertically so that a very precise image geometry may be obtained.

• Low lag/high resistance to image burning.

Since the CCD is highly resistant to image burning, the camera may be exposed to bright objects
for a long period of time. Because a “smear” phenomena may occur when shooting a very bright
object, an infrared cutoff filter is recommended to obtain a clear picture.

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AGC selection, manual gain control and gamma adjustment.

These adjustments, which are particularly important in vision system applications, are externally
adjustable via switches on the rear plate.

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Genlock circuit.

A genlock circuit is built in to accept external sync for applications in which external sync is
required.

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High resistance to magnetic field and vibration/mechanical shock.

Due to its ruggedized design, the CCD imager can withstand strong vibration and shock with little
or no noise appearing in the picture. Since the TM-200/TM-300 is not influenced by a magnetic
field, it will produce stable images even when placed next to objects such as electric furnaces,
welding machines or NMR scanners.

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Quick start-up and low power consumption.

No more than 2 seconds is needed for the TM-200/TM-300 to warm up, and shooting can begin
within a second after turning on the camera. The power consumption is only 3.0W. This makes the
camera excellent for use with battery operated systems.

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Three Year Warranty

The CCD solid state image sensor allows the camera to maintain a superior performance level
indefinitely while requiring virtually no maintenance. PULNiX backs all of the TM Series cameras
with a three-year warranty.

Warning: Unscrewing the camera cover or opening the camera in any way

will void this warranty.

1.3 Functional Options

• Internal IR Cut Filter (OP3-1)

Pixel Clock Output (OP7-2)

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Glassless CCD Imager (OP21)

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DC Coupled (OP72)

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