Table of Contents
Warning .................................................................................................................................................... 1
Precautions .............................................................................................................................................. 1
Limited Warranty ..................................................................................................................................... 1
1. Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 2
1.1 General Description ............................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Features ................................................................................................................................. 2
1.3 Applications ............................................................................................................................ 2
1.4 CCD Imager Spectral Response Curve ................................................................................. 2
1.5 Camera Specifications ........................................................................................................... 3
1.6 Camera Dimension ................................................................................................................ 3
2. Camera Setup ...................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Basic Camera Setup .............................................................................................................. 4
2.2 Camera and Frame Grabber System Setup .......................................................................... 4
3. Camera Functions ............................................................................................................................... 5
3.1 12-Pin Connector ................................................................................................................... 5
3.2 Shutter Speed Dial Switch ..................................................................................................... 5
3.3 Normal and Asynchronous Capture Mode (NRM/ASM) ......................................................... 5
3.4 Gain Control Mode ................................................................................................................. 6
3.5 Gamma 1.0 and 0.45 Mode ................................................................................................... 6
3.6 Field and Frame Mode (FLD/FRM) ........................................................................................ 7
4. Timing Signals ..................................................................................................................................... 8
4.1 External Synchronization and Gen lock ................................................................................... 8
4.2 Integration ............................................................................................................................... 8
4.3 Strobe ..................................................................................................................................... 9
5. Camera Malfunction ............................................................................................................................ 10
6. Technical Support Information .......................................................................................................... 10
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WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS CAMERA UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE CAMERA COVER OR MODIFY THE CAMERA UNIT,
WARRANTY WILL BE VOIDED.
PRECAUTIONS
Do dot attempt to disassemble, modify, or repair the camera. Contact UNIQ for help.
Do not point the camera at bright objects, such as the sun, for a long period. It may cause CCD blooming
and permanent damages.
Do not operate the camera beyond the temperature range. Avoid using the camera above 90% humidity.
Do not use unregulated power supply source.
Do not touch CCD glass cover with fingers or any hard objects other than professional glass cleaning
solvents.
Limited Warranty
UNIQ warrants to the original customer to be free from defects in material and workmanship for two full
years from the date of original purchase. This warranty covers failures or damages due to defects in
material or workmanship, which occur during normal use. It does not cover damages or failures, which
result from shipment, mishandling, abuse, misuse, or modification.
A Return Material Authorization (RMA) number is required prior to returning any UNIQ product for repair
or replacement.
This proprietary document may not be reproduced or photocopied without the consent of UNIQ. UNIQ
makes no warranty or assumes no responsibility for any errors, which may appear in this document.
UNIQ reserves the right to make changes without notice or obligation.
For immediate technical assistance, please call (408) 330-0818 or email to tech@uniqvision.com
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1. Introduction
1.1 General Description
The UM-100/UM-101 series is a low cost, high resolution, and standard EIA/CCIR CCD camera. It provides
excellent image quality with super HAD, on-chip micro lens and blemish free CCD imager. Different shutter
speed can be changed through rotary switch located on rear plate. AGC/MGC, Gamma 1.0/0.45, and
Frame/Field mode selections are also available on the rear plate. A 12-pin Hirose connector provides power,
HD/VD signals, and video output for the camera. UM-100/UM-101 is compatible with all-standard NTSC/RS-170
frame grabbers and TV monitors.
1.2 Features
• ½” Super HAD CCD* Imager
• High resolution
768 x 494 (EIA); 752 x 582 (CCIR)
• High sensitivity with micro lens
• Shutter Speed (1/60-1/31,000)
• 56 dB (AGC Off)
• Compact Size and lightweight
• AGC/MGC selectable
• Gamma 1.0/0.45 selectable
• Frame/Field mode selectable
• Long-term frame integration
1.3 Applications
UM-100/UM-101 applications include machine vision, automated inspection, monitoring, bar code reading,
biomedical imaging, non-contact measurement, microscopy, surveillance, and other scientific and industrial
applications.
1.4 CCD Imager Spectral Response Curve
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Super HAD CCD is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
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