Pulnix TM-4000CL Series Operation Manual
TM-4000CL Series Progressive Scan Shutter Cameras
Operation Manual
69-0116
Rev. A
Imaging Products
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All of our solid-state cameras sold in North America have a full three-year warranty. Those sold elsewhere have a full oneyear warranty. If any such product proves defective during the 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.
Certifications
CE Compliance
The TM-4000CL series of cameras has been certified to conform to the requirements of Council Directive 89/336/EC for electromagnetic compatibility and to comply with the following European Standards:
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Immunity: EN50082-2/1997
Emissions: CISPR22: 1997/EN55011: 1998 Class B
All PULNiX products bearing the CE mark have been declared to be in conformance with the applicable EEC Council Directives. However, certain factory-installed options or customer-requested modifications may compromise electromagnetic compatibility and affect CE compliance. Please note that the use of interconnect cables that are not properly grounded and shielded
may affect CE compliance.
Contact PULNiX Applications Engineering Department for further information regarding CE compliance.
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 may cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.
WARNING
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-4000CL Series Operation Manual
JAI PULNiX, Inc.
1330 Orleans Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Tel:(408) 747-0300
Tel:(800) 445-5444
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E-mail: imaging@jaipulnix.com
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 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 and Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2.2 Camera Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2.1 Heat Dissipation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2.2.2 Connector Pin Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.2.3 Camera Link Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
2.2.4 Power Supplies and Power Cable Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2.2.5 Attaching the Analog Video Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2.6 Attaching the Camera Lens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
3 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1 Camera Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1.1 Digital I/O Connector (Camera Link) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
3.1.2 Analog Output Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1.3 Power and External Sync Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
3.2 Progressive Scanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.3 Electronic Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
3.4 Integration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
3.5 Asynchronous Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.5.1 Internal Shutter Speed Control (TM-4000CL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
3.5.2 External VINIT With Pulse Width No-Delay Shutter
and ROI (Read-out Inhibit) (TM-4000CL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.6 Dynamic Range Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.6.1 Programmable Look-Up Table (LUT) and Knee Control . . . . . . . . . . .15
3.7 Scan Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.7.1 Full Progressive Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
3.7.2 Partial Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.8 External Sync and Pixel Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.9 Camera Timing Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.9.1 Video Output Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
3.10 Serial Communication Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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4 TM-4000CL Preliminary Command List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
5 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.1 Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.1.1 Symptom: No Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
5.1.2 Symptom: Dark Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
5.1.3 Symptom: Non-synchronized Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
5.2 Information and Support Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6.1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6.1.1 TM-4000CL Physical Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
6.1.2 Spectral Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
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List of Figures
FIGURE 1. CL (Camera Link) System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
FIGURE 2. 3M Camera Link Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
FIGURE 3. 12P-02S Interface Cable (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
FIGURE 4. Internal Shutter Speed Control (TM-4000CL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
FIGURE 5. No-Delay Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
FIGURE 6. No-Delay Shutter and Read-Out Inhibit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
FIGURE 7. Scan Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
FIGURE 8. Physical Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
FIGURE 9. Spectral Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
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List of Tables
TABLE 1. 12-Pin Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
TABLE 2. Connector and Pin-out Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
TABLE 3. TM-4000CL Preliminary Command List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
TABLE 4. TM-4000CL Camera Specifications Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
TM-1400 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Cameras
January 12, 2004
TM-4000CL Series Progressive
Scan Shutter Cameras
Operation Manual
1 Introduction
1.1 Product Description
The PULNiX TM-4000CL series1 consists of dual-tap output, high-resolution, high-speed monochrome
progressive scan CCD cameras.
of very high speed shutter images and applications. The electronic shutter, which has speeds to 1/16,000
sec., can be reset asynchronously by external pulse control. The frame rate is 15 fps. A square imager
format with uniform square pixels provides superior image definition in any orientation. On-chip micro
lenses provide increased sensitivity.
The TM-4000CL has a full dynamic range control function, which can be set at externally selectable
look-up table (LUT)
full dynamic range in the normal output signal range. As dual-tap outputs camera, the TM-4000CL has
dual-channel auto-block level balancing and auto-gain balancing functions. The camera has a dual-tap,
10-bit or 8-bit Camera Link output. All the key functions are controlled via Camera Link serial
communication interface.
Multi-camera operation requires synchronized data and clock phases from each camera. The TM4000CL has a pixel clock locking phase lock loop (PLL) for multi-camera operation that is offered as
standard.
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The interline-type CCD permits full vertical and horizontal resolution
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knee slopes to convert 10-bit input to 8-bit output, thereby optimizing the CCD’s
1. The TM-4000CL is available with either 8-bit processing or 10-bit processing. You must specify
your choice of configurations when you purchase the camera.
2. The TM-4000CL series consists of the TM-4000CL (monochrome) and the TMC-4000CL (color).
Unless otherwise noted, all information contained in this manual is relevant to both models.
3. The TM-4000CL 8-bit output camera has an LUT, which the 10-bit camera does not have.
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Introduction
1.2 Features
Applications for the TM-4000CL include machine vision, medical imaging, intelligent transportation
systems, high-definition graphics, on-line inspection, gauging, character reading, archiving, and highsecurity surveillance.
• Miniaturized and lightweight
The printed circuit boards in the TM-4000CL have been arranged based on a new design
philosophy. This creates modular electronics for the camera, giving it flexibility. In addition, the
use of miniature solid-state components results in a compact, lightweight camera that is 50.8mm x
50.8mm x 81.5mm in dimensions, and weighs only 155 grams.
• Imager
The TM-4000CL uses a dual-tap progressive-scan interline transfer CCD that has the following
features:
- Resolution of 2048 x 2048 active pixels for excellent image quality.
- 7.4 x 7.4 µm square pixels for precise dimensional measurement.
- High-speed electronic shutter capability for high dynamic resolution of moving objects and
electronic iris control that eliminates the need for a mechanical shutter.
- Progressive-scan CCD eliminates interlace deterioration of image and increases ease of
computer interface.
- High sensitivity and low noise at fast scanning. The CCD has an excellent S/N ratio that is
greater than 48dB.
- The CCD has a built-in microlens for increased quantum efficiency.
• Electronic shutter
The TM-4000CL has a substrate drain-type shutter mechanism which provides superb pictures at
various speeds without smearing. A built-in manual shutter speed control selects the electronic
shutter rate of 1/60 (non-async mode only), 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1,000, 1/2,000, 1/4,000, 1/8,000,
or 1/16,000 second.
With VINIT high (5V), the CCD keeps discharging. With a negative pulse to VINIT, the camera
resets and purges the charge momentarily. Then it starts integrating for the period of shutter control
set by either an external pulse width or internal shutter control. Progressive scanning permits a full
2048 lines of vertical resolution, as compared to a conventional CCD camera which captures only
half the vertical lines per shutter.
• Asynchronous reset
The TM-4000CL captures async reset images and provides single-shot video output with single
FDV. This makes it simpler for an ordinary frame grabber to capture the async reset images. The
TM-4000CL’s asynchronous reset is flexible and accepts external horizontal drive (HD) for phase
locking. When the VINIT (5V) pulse is applied to CC1, it resets the camera's scanning and purging
of the CCD.
The TM-4000CL has two modes to control the asynchronous reset and shutter speed:
- External VINIT with pulse width. The duration between pulse edges controls the shutter
speed externally.
- Internal shutter speed control. The speed control varies from 1/125 to 1/16,000 sec. The
video signal and FDV starts with internal V reset timing related to shutter speed.
TM-4000CL Series Progressive Scan Shutter Cameras
• Output
The TM-4000CL has a dual tap 10-bit or 8-bit Camera Link output. The analog output is
714 mVp-p composite video (75 ohms) on all models.
• Dual-Channel Auto Black Level Balancing and Auto Gain
The TM-4000CL, as a dual-tap output camera, has dual-channel auto black level balancing and
auto gain balancing functions.
• Integration
The TM-4000CL is capable of capturing high-resolution integration images. Its CCD imager can
be exposed for longer than the normal scan timing of 1/15 sec. This integration feature provides
extra sensitivity for applications in dark environments. The progressive scan imager permits a full
frame of resolution in non-interlace format. Integration is achieved by applying INTEG signal to
CC2 control of Camera Link or by feeding VINIT pulse width control up to 1 sec of the pulse
width in async pulse width control mode for the frames to be integrated.
• 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.
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Introduction
Warning: Unscrewing the camera cover or opening the camera in any
1.3 System Configuration
FIGURE 1. CL (Camera Link) System Configuration
Figure 1 below presents a typical system configuration for the Camera Link version.
Power and
Ext. Sync
PD-12P (series)
power supply
12P-02S
or
way will void this warranty unless prior written approval is
obtained from the factory.
26CL-02-26
CAMERA LINK
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POWER VIDEO
Monitor
Computer with
Camera Link™
frame grabber
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Installation
2 Installation
The following instructions are provided to help you to set up your camera quickly and easily. We
suggest that you read through these instructions before you unpack and set up your camera system.
2.1 Getting Started
2.1.1 Unpacking Instructions
We recommend that you save the original packing cartons for the cameras and accessories in case you
need to return or exchange an item.
We also recommend that you bench-test any equipment being sent to another location for field
installation to assure that everything is fully operational as a system.
2.1.2 Components List
Please begin by checking your order against the Components List shown below to assure that you have
received everything as ordered, and that nothing has been overlooked in the packing materials. If any
item is missing, please contact your PULNiX representative immediately.
• TM-4000CL camera
• Camera-specific data sheet
• Camera-appropriate operation manual (if ordered)
• Dual-tap AccuPiXEL camera-control software
2.1.3 Accessories and Options
Following is a list of additional accessories and options that may be required for your application.
Please check with your PULNiX representative before you install your camera to determine what you
might need.
• PD-12U series power supply
• 12P-02S power cable
• 26CL-02-26 Camera Link cable
2.2 Camera Setup
2.2.1 Heat Dissipation
The TM-4000CL is a compact 2K by 2K camera. Since all the electronics have been packed in a
compact package, the outer case of the camera gets hot due to heat dissipation. For optimal
performance, PULNiX recommends using a cooling fan to set up a positive air flow around the camera
and following the precautions below.
TM-4000CL Series Progressive Scan Shutter Cameras
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