Manual EXO series
exo174*CL,exo249*CL, exo250*CL, exo252*CL, exo267*CL,
exo304*CL, exo4000*CL, exo5000*CL

2.22.2017

Company Information
SVS-VISTEK GMBH
Mühlbachstr. 20
82229 Seefeld
Germany
Tel.:
Fax:
Mail:
Web:

+49 (0) 81 52 9985-0+49 (0) 81 52 9985-79
info@svs-vistek.com
http://www.svs-vistek.com

This Operation Manual is based on the following standards:
DIN EN 62079
DIN EN ISO 12100
ISO Guide 37
DIN ISO 3864-2
DIN ISO 3864-4

This Operation Manual contains important instructions for safe andefficient handling of SVCam Cameras (hereinafter referred to as„camera“). This Operating Manual is part of the camera and must be
kept accessible in the immediate vicinity of the camera for any person
working on or with this camera.
Read carefully and make sure you understand this Operation Manual
prior to starting any work with this camera. The basic prerequisite for safe
work is compliant with all specified safety and handling instructions.
Accident prevention guidelines and general safety regulations shoud be
applied.
Illustrations in this Operation Manual are provided for basic
understanding and can vary from the actual model of this camera. No
claims can be derived from the illustrations in this Operation Manual.
The camera in your possession has been produced with great care andhas been thoroughly tested. Nonetheless, should you have reasons forcomplaint, then please contact your local SVS-VISTEK distributor. You willfind a list of distributors in your area under: http://www.svsvistek.com/company/distributors/distributors.php

Copyright Protection Statement(as per DIN ISO 16016:2002-5)
Forwarding and duplicating of this document, as well as using or
revealing its contents are prohibited without written approval. All rights
reserved with regard to patent claims or submission of design or utility
patent.

Manual EXO series

2.22.2017

Contents

Contents
1

Safety Messages ...................................................... 5

2

Legal Information ..................................................... 6

3

The EXO ................................................................. 7
3.1

Building blocks simplify design-in................................ 7

3.1.1
3.1.2

3.2

4IO adds Light and Functionality ................................ 8

3.2.1

4

4.1

Contents of Camera Set ............................................ 9

4.2

Power supply ........................................................... 9

4.3

Camera Link Flashing LED Codes ............................... 9

4.4

Software ............................................................... 10

4.5

Driver Circuit Schematics ........................................ 15
Camera Link™ ...................................................... 16

5.1.1
5.1.2
5.1.3

5.2

7

Installation of ConvCam5 ............................................ 10
Connecting the camera ............................................... 12
ConvCam5 ................................................................ 12
Viewer Software .......................................................... 12

Connectors ........................................................... 16
5.1

6

Camera Link Features ................................................... 8

Getting Started ........................................................ 9

4.4.1
4.4.2
4.4.3
4.4.4

5

Exclusive body architecture ............................................ 7
Form follows requirements ............................................. 7

Connectors Camera Link™............................................ 16
Pinout Diagram .......................................................... 18
Camera Link timing.................................................... 19

Input / output connectors ........................................ 20

Dimensions ........................................................... 22
6.1

exo174*CL, exo249*CL .......................................... 23

6.2

exo250*CL, exo252*CL .......................................... 27

6.3

exo267*CL, exo304*CL .......................................... 30

6.4

exo4000*CL ......................................................... 33

6.5

exo5000*CL ......................................................... 37

6.6

C & CS Mount ...................................................... 41

Feature-Set ........................................................... 42
7.1

Basic Understanding............................................... 42

7.1.1
7.1.2
7.1.3

Basic Understanding of CMOS Technology ................... 42
Global Shutter / Progressive Scan ................................ 45
Frames per Second ..................................................... 46iii

Contents

7.1.4
7.1.5
7.1.6
7.1.7
7.1.8
7.1.9
7.1.107.1.11

7.2

Camera Features ................................................... 54

7.2.1
7.2.2
7.2.3
7.2.4
7.2.5

7.3

System Clock Frequency .............................................. 54
Temperature Sensor .................................................... 54
Basic Capture Modes .................................................. 55
LookUp Table ............................................................. 58
ROI / AOI .................................................................. 60

I/O Features ......................................................... 60

7.3.1
7.3.2
7.3.3
7.3.4
7.3.5
7.3.6
7.3.7
7.3.8
7.3.9
7.3.107.3.118

Acquisition and Processing Time .................................. 46
Exposure .................................................................... 47
Auto Luminance .......................................................... 47
Bit-Depth ................................................................... 48
Color ......................................................................... 50
Resolution – active & effective ...................................... 51
Gain.......................................................................... 52
Image Flip .................................................................. 53

Assigning I/O Lines – IOMUX ...................................... 60
Strobe Control ............................................................ 67
Sequencer .................................................................. 74
PWM ......................................................................... 76
Optical Input .............................................................. 77
PLC/Logical Operation on Inputs ................................. 79
Serial data interfaces ................................................... 80
Trigger-Edge Sensitivity ................................................ 83
Debouncing Trigger Signals ......................................... 83
Prescale ..................................................................... 85
IR Cut Filter ................................................................ 86

Specifications ........................................................ 88
1.1

EXO174*CL .......................................................... 89

8.1

EXO249*CL .......................................................... 92

1.1

EXO250*CL .......................................................... 95

8.1

EXO267*CL .......................................................... 98

8.1

EXO304*CL ........................................................ 101

8.1

EXO4000*CL ...................................................... 104

8.1

EXO5000*CL ...................................................... 107

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Terms of warranty ................................................ 110

10

Troubleshooting ................................................ 112

10.1

FAQ ............................................................... 112

10.2

Support Request Form / Check List ...................... 113

11

IP protection classes .......................................... 115

12Glossary of Terms ............................................. 117

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Index of figures ................................................. 120

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Index ............................................................... 122iv

1 Safety Messages
The classification of hazards is made pursuant to ISO 3864-2 and ANSI
Y535.6 with the help of key words.
This Operating Manual uses the following Safety Messages:
Risk of death or serious injury

DANGER!
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not
avoided will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING!
Warning indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if
not avoided will result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION!
Caution indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not
avoided will result in death or serious injury.

Risk of damage

PROHIBITION!
A black graphical symbol inside a red circular band with a reddiagonal bar defines a safety sign that indicates that an action
shall not be taken or shall be stopped.

CAUTION!
A black graphical symbol inside a yellow triangle defines asafety sign that indicates a hazard.

MANDATORY ACTION!
A white graphical symbol inside a blue circle defines a safety
sign that indicates that an action shall be taken to avoid ahazard.

Cross-reference

NOTICE
Provides references and tips

F IGURE 1: T ABLE OF SAFETY MESSAGES

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2 Legal Information
Information given within the manual accurate as to: February 22, 2017,
errors and omissions excepted.
These products are designed for industrial applications only. Cameras
from SVS-Vistek are not designed for life support systems where
malfunction of the products might result in any risk of personal harm or
injury. Customers, integrators and end users of SVS-Vistek products mightsell these products and agree to do so at their own risk, as SVS-Vistek will
not take any liability for any damage from improper use or sale.

EuropeThis camera is CE tested, rules of EN 55022:2010+AC2011 andEN61000-6-2:2005 apply.
All SVS-VISTEK cameras comply with the recommendation of theEuropean Union concerning RoHS Rules

USA and CanadaThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: 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. Theselimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference 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 islikely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at its own expense.
It is necessary to use a shielded power supply cable. You can then use the“shield contact” on the connector which has GND contact to the camera
housing. This is essential for any use. If not done and camera is destroyed
due to Radio Magnetic Interference (RMI) WARRANTY is void!
••Power:
US/UK and European line adapter can bedelivered. Otherwise use filtered and stabilized DC power
supply.
Shock & Vibration Resistance is tested: For detailed
Specifications refer to Specification.

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3 The EXO
The EXO series features a perfect match with its sophisticated, rugged
unibody housing and rich camera feature set, combined with industry
standard interfaces such as GigE Vision, Camera Link and USB3 Vision. A
smart solution for virtually any application, allowing smooth and effortless
up- or downscaling of machine vision applications. The EXO is easy tointegrate and comes with a full package of useful hardware features.
The EXO series features a perfect match with its sophisticated, rugged
unibody housing and rich camera feature set, combined with industry
standard interfaces such as GigE Vision, Camera Link and USB3 Vision. A
smart solution for virtually any application, allowing smooth and effortless
up- or downscaling of machine vision applications. The EXO is easy tointegrate and comes with a full package of useful hardware features.

3.1 Building blocks simplifies design-in
3.1.1 Exclusive body architecture
The EXO-Series comes in a new 50 x 50 mm aluminum body. The
elaborate, high precision machined unibody housing ensures perfecttemperature distribution even for the most demanding sensors. The
electric circuitry of the EXO is optimized for low power dissipation, helpedby the excellent temperature performance of the housing. The EXO
features the latest global shutter CMOS and CCD sensors from SONY,CMOSIS and ON Semi.

3.1.2 Form follows requirements

A uniform form factor and identical standard interface connectors withidentical pinout facilitate interchangeability, allowing system integrators toadapt applications with varying conditions and requirements very quickly
with minimum design effort. The massive lens mount is designed to keep
any kind of lens in its proper position.

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3.2 4IO adds Light and Functionality

Your SVSVistek
camera isequipped with the innovative 4IO-interface allowing full light control,
replacing external strobe controllers. Each of the 4 outputs can be
individually configured and managed using pulse-width modulation. With
its high current output, the camera is able to drive LED lights directly
without external light controller.

Figure 2: Illustration of 4IO concept of switching LEDs

If you attach any light to the camera, make sure the power supply hasenough power not to fail when the camera is putting light ON.
The integrated sequencer allows multiple exposures with settings to be
programmed, creating new and cost effective options. Logical functions
like AND / OR are supported.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>

4 x open drain high power OUT
4 x high voltage IN – TTL up to 25 Volts
Power MOSFET transistors
PWM strobe control
Sequencer for various configurations
PLC fuctionality with AND, OR and timers
Safe Trigger (debouncer, prescaler, high low trigger)

3.3 Camera Link Features
Camera Link is the most direct serial connection to the sensor andpreferred by integrators with high demands on bandwidth and integrationin existing systems.
Note: The EXO*CL cameras are supporting 1x3_1y tap configuration. If
your framegrabber is supporting this as well, you might get framerates up
to 50% higher than shown in the datasheet.

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4 Getting Started
4.1 Contents of Camera Set
>
>
>
>
>
>

CameraPower supply (if ordered/option)
Quick guideUser Manual
Software installer – ConvCam
Euresys camera file (optional)

4.2 Power supply
Connect the power supply.
CAUTION! – This camera does not support hotplugging
1. First, connect the data cable.

2. Then connect power supply.
When using your own power supply (e.g. 10 -25 V DC) see also Hirose
12-pin for a detailed pin layout of the power connector. For power input
specifications refer to specifications.

4.3 Camera Link Flashing LED Codes
On power up, the camera will indicate its current status with a flashing
LED on its back. The LED will change color and rhythm.
The meaning of the blinking codes translates as follows:

Flashing

Description
Yellow quickly ( ≈ 8 Hz )booting

Yellow permanentreadyRed slow ( ≈ 1 Hz )error

Table 1 table of flashing LED codes

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4.4 Software
Further information, documentations, release notes, latest software andapplication manuals can be downloaded in the download area on:
https://www.svs-vistek.com/en/login/svs-loginarea-login.php
Depending on the type of camera you bought, several software packages
apply.

4.4.1 Installation of ConvCam5
CAUTION!
Make sure you have the latest ConvCam5. At time ofprinting, this is version 1.0.13
Your SVCam combined software installer including:> SVConvCam(a controller app for SVCam Camera Link cameras)> TL_Driver(GenICam drivers and transport layer DDLs)

Getting Started

1stExpand ZIP>

Extract the zip archive
to your local hard
drive.

2st

Install>

Run the executable
file.1*>

Click “Install”>

Click “Next”

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Getting Started>

Read and accept termsof License Agreement>

Choose Options 2*
and Location to install>

Click “Finish”

1*

x64 for 64 bit operating systems
x86 for 32 bit operating systems

2*

It is recommended to install all applications included to the installation
package.

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4.4.2 Connecting the camera
1. Connect the camera with a Camera Link cable to your frame
grabber
2. Connect power source to the camera
Run the camera controller tool: ConvCam
Select your frame grabber.
INFORMATION NEEDED BY YOUR FRAMEGRABBER:> Tap configuration> Trigger mode
> Pixel width and height

4.4.3 ConvCam5
Set values as needed

4.4.4 Viewer Software
The final image will be shown or processed by your own valued software
package. After camera configuration an image will be directed to thesoftware connected to your frame grabber.
E.g. Multicam by Euresys
While using a Euresys frame grabber the first impression imaging tool“Multicam” is available to the hardware.
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SVS-VISTEKRun Multicam Studio.

>

Add a new “source” to the application>

Choose “Camera Link industrial Camera…”>

Click “next”>

In the list of camera vendors choose“SVS-VISTEK“ and the camera you want to view.

>

Select frame grabber and connector>

For “Topology” values refer to the Euresys documentation. At first:
stay with “Mono” for topology.

>

Choose your connector configuration>

click “Finish”

Now an image should appear, according to your setup configurations
made with ConvCam

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SVS-VISTEKFor further information on Euresys Multicam Studio refer to the
documentation from Euresys.

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4.5 Driver Circuit Schematics

Figure 3: basic Illustration of driver circuit

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5 Connectors
5.1 Camera Link™
To use Camera Link a frame grabber is needed.
Frame grabbers can be purchased at SVS-VISTEK, too.

5.1.1 Connectors Camera L ink™
Specification
Type

26 Pin connector MDR female

Mating Connector

3MPart-Nr. connector

10126-6000EL

Part-Nr. hood10326-A200-00

Operating Mode

Camera Link™ with RS 232 communication

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PinoutPin

Signal Name

Direction

Signal Description-1-

GND / 12
V-

Shield 1 / 12 V power*

-2-

X0-

Camera to FG

Data

-3-

X1-

Camera to FG

Data

-4-

X2-

Camera to FG

Data

-5-

Xclk-

Camera to FG

Transmitter Clock / PVAL

-6-

X3-

Camera to FG

Data

-7-

SerTC+

FG to Camera

Camera Control (RS232)-8-

SerTFG-

Camera to FG

Camera Control (RS232)

-9-

CC1-

FG to Camera

ExSync- 10 -CC2+

FG to Camera

Prin (not used)- 11 -CC3-

FG to Camera

External Camera Clock- 12 -

CC4+

FG to Cameranc- 13 -

GND-

Shield 3 / power return*- 14 -

GND-

Shield 2 / power return*- 15 -

X0+

Camera to FG

Data- 16 -

X1+

Camera to FG

Data- 17 -

X2+

Camera to FG

Data- 18 -

Xclk+

Camera to FG

Transmitter Clock- 19 -

X3+

Camera to FG

Data- 20 -

SerTC-

FG to Camera

Camera Control (RS232)- 21 -

SerTFG+

Camera to FG

Camera Control (RS232)- 22 -CC1+

FG to Camera

Exsync- 23 -CC2-

FG to Camera

Prin (not used)- 24 -CC3+

FG to Camera

External Camera Clock- 25 -CC4 -FG to Cameranc- 26 -

GND / 12
V-

Shield 4 / 12 V power *Figure 4: Table of Camera Link pin-out / *PoCLConnectors

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5.1.2 Pinout Diagram

Figure 5: Illustration of Camera Link pin-out

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5.1.3 Camera Link timing
It might be interesting to know when “valid data” can be expected exactly.

pxh
pxv

= pixel horizontal [count]

LVAL– tLvd= pixel vertical [count]

Every line has periods with no valid data. The Duration of None Valid

Data between two lines (tnvd) is three time the Camera Link clock (clk).
Delay before every first line is 2 times clk.
𝑡𝐿𝐿𝐿 =

CL_clock = 85 MHz

FVAL

𝑝𝑝ℎ
1
×
𝐶𝐶_𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔_𝑋
𝐶𝐶_𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐– tFvdFrames are not sent permanently. Between two frames will be a gap –even at highest frame rates. Minimum duration between two valid frame
signals is the duration of one line.
𝑡𝐹𝐹𝐹 = 2 ×Connectors

𝑝𝑝𝑣
1+ (𝑡𝐿𝐿𝐿 + 𝑡𝑛𝑛𝑛 ) ×
𝐶𝐶_𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔_𝑌
𝐶𝐶_𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐

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Figure 6: overview of FVAL and LVAL signal timing on Camera Link

Figure 7: more detailed view of LVAL signal timing on Camera Link

Example calculation>

tLvd

on exo174*CL=(1920 / 2)px in line / sent at once×

(1/85MHz)
CL_clock

=

960

×

(1/85e6) s≈

11,29 µs

>

tnvd

=

3 × (1/85MHz)
time between two valid line data packages=(3/85e6) s≈

35,3 ns

>

tFvd

=

2 x (1/85MHz)
delay before first line

+

+

tnvd

×

1200
lines [count]=(2/85e6) s+( 11,29 µs+

35,3 ns )

×

1200

=

23,5 ns+( 11,29 µs+

35,3 ns )

×

1200

≈

13,6 ms=(( 2 + (960 + 3) × 1200 ) s

tLVd

/

)

6

85e

Camera Link architecture exo174*CL: 1X2_1Y count = 2
pixelh =1920 pixelv = 1200 CL_clock = 85 MHz
Figure 8: example calculation of Camera Link
timing on a exo174*CL

5.2 Input / output connectors
For further information using the breakout box andsimplifying I/O connection refer to SVCam
Sensor Actor manual (with Murr and Phoenix
breakout boxes). To be found separate within
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the USP manuals.

Hirose™ 12Pin
For detailed information about switching lights from inside the camera,refer to strobe control.

Specification
Type

HR10A-10R-12S

Mating Connector

HR10A-10R-12P

Figure 9: Illustration of Hirose 12 Pin & pin-out (HR10A-10R-12PB)

Connectors

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6 Dimensions
All length units in mm. CAD step files available on DVD or SVSVISTEK.com

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6.1 exo174*CL, exo249*CL
frontside Left

Dimensions

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SVS-VISTEKSide RightTop

Dimensions

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BottomBack

Dimensions

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SVS-VISTEKCross Section

Dimensions

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6.2 exo250*CL, exo252*CL

frontside Left

Dimensions

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SVS-VISTEKSide RightTop

Dimensions

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BottomBack

Cross Section

Dimensions

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6.3 exo267*CL, exo304*CL

Dimensions

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Dimensions

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Dimensions

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6.4 exo4000*CL
frontside Left

Dimensions

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SVS-VISTEKSide RightTop

Dimensions

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BottomBack

Dimensions

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SVS-VISTEKCross Section

Dimensions

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6.5 exo5000*CL

frontside Left

Dimensions

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SVS-VISTEKSide RightTop

Dimensions

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BottomBack

Cross Section

Dimensions

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6.6

C & CS Mount

Different back-focus distances from sensor to lens.
> C-Mount:
17,526 mm> CS-Mount: 12,526 mm> Diameter:
1
Inch> Screw Thread:
1/32 Inch
CS-Mount Cameras accept both types of lenses. C-Mount lenses require
a 5mm adapter ring to be fitted. (Also available at SVS-VISTEK)
C-Mount Cameras only accept C mount lenses as the flange to sensor
distance does not allow a CS mount lens close enough to the Sensor toachieve a focused image.

Figure 10: Illustration of C- & CS-Mount differences

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7 Feature-Set
7.1 Basic Understanding
7.1.1 Basic Understanding of CMOS Technology
Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor

Light sensitive semiconductor elements arranged as rows and columns.
Compared to the CCD sensor CMOS doesn't need additional vertical or
horizontal readout registers. Every light sensitive element is directly
addressed. In-stead of a charge, a voltage is sampled and converted by
the ADC.

Figure 11: Illustration of conventional CMOS sensor technique

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Figure 12: Illustration of CMOS on chip processing

Figure 13: Illustration of CMOS four channel output

Actual readout order differs from sensor to sensor.

Sony IMX readout technology
IMX technology from Sony is based on their experiences in CCD
technology. Using an architecture based on an interline transfer sensor
the vertical shift register is used as an analog memory.

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SVS-VISTEKBy shifting the electrons into the on pixel memory more time can be spendon ‘counting’ the electrons. So a correlated double sampling can bedone twice. Once on the pixel and secondly during the A/D conversion.
This is why the IMX series is recommended as one of the best signal-tonoise-ratio sensors in the world.

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7.1.2 Global Shutter / Progressive Scan
Unlike rolling shutter or interlaced scan modes all pixels are exposed at
the same time. Fast moving objects will be captured without showing
movement distortion.

Figure 14: Rolling shutter with fast
moving object details

Figure 15: motion blur

Figure 16 rolling shutter withmoving objects

Figure 17: interlaced effectFeature-Set

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7.1.3 Frames per Second
Frames per second, or frame rate describes the number of frames output
per second. The inverse (1/ frame rate) defines the frame time.
frame per second

frame time (Exposure)

0,25

4s

1

1s

2

500ms

20

50 ms
41,6� ms

24
25
29,97
30
50
75
100

applicable standard

Cinema40 ms���������������… ms
33,366700033

PAL progressive

20 ms���� ms
13, 33

PAL interlaced���� ms
33,33

NTSC
NTSC

10 ms

Virtually any value within the specification can be chosen.
Maximum frame rate depends on:> Pixel clock> Image size
> Tap structure> Data transport limitation> Processing time

7.1.4 Acquisition and Processing Time

The whole period of tome a picture is exposed, transferred and processedcan differ and takes longer.

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7.1.5 Exposure
See various exposure and timing modes in chapter: Basic capture modes.
Combine various exposure timings with PWM LED illumination, refer tosequencer.

Setting Exposure time
Exposure time can be set by width of the external or internal triggers or
programmed by a given value.

7.1.6 Auto Luminance
Auto Luminance automatically calculates and adjusts exposure time andgain, frame-by-frame.
The auto exposure or automatic luminance control of the camera signal is
a combination of an automatic adjustment of the camera exposure time(electronic shutter) and the gain.
The first priority is to adjust the exposure time and if the exposure time
range is not sufficient, gain adjustment is applied. It is possibility to predefine the range (min. / max. -values) of exposure time and of gain.
The condition to use this function is to set a targeted averaged brightnessof the camera image. The algorithm computes a gain and exposure foreach image to reach this target brightness in the next image (controlloop). Enabling this functionality uses always both – gain and exposure
time.

Limitation
As this feature is based on a control loop, the result is only useful in an
averaged, continuous stream of images. Strong variations in brightness
from one image to next image will result in a swing of the control loop.
Therefore it is not recommended to use the auto-luminance function insuch cases.

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7.1.7 Bit-Depth
Values of brighness are internally represented by numbers. Numbers are
represented by bytes, consisting out of single bits. The number of bits forbrightness representation is limiting the number of brightness values orcolour values that can be represented. Bit depth defines how many
unique colors or grey levels are available in an image after digitization.
The number of bits used to quantify limits the number of levels to be used.
e.g.:
4 bits limits the quantification levels to 24 = 16.
Each pixel can represent 16 grey levels=
256 values per pixel
8 bits to28=4096 values per pixel
12 bits to212=65536 values per pixel
16 bit to216

Every additional bit doubles
the number for quantification.
SVCam output is 8, 12 or 16
bit, depending on yourcamera model and the way
you read the values from thecamera.

Figure 18: illustration of rising amount of values/gray scales by
increasing the bit format

Be aware that increasing the
bit format from 8 to 12 bit
also increases the total
amount of data. According to
the interface framerates canbe limited with higher bit

depth values.

As SVCam’s export pure RAWformat only, color will be created on
the host computer in accordancewith the known Bayer-pattern bycomputing the brightness values intocolour values..

Figure 20: illustration of shadedifference in 8 bit format

Figure 19: Simplified illustration of a quantification graphAs shown in figure 21 differences inshades of gray are hardly visable onscreen or in print.

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Figure 22: Figure of original picture - black & white

Figure 23: Figure of quantification with 6 shades of gray (reduced colour
depth)

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7.1.8 Color
Color cameras are identical to the monochrome versions. The color pixels
are transferred in sequence from the camera, in the same manner as the
monochrome, but considered as “raw”-format.
The camera sensor has a color mosaic filter called “Bayer” filter pattern
named after the person who invented it. The pattern alternates as follows:
E.g.: First line: GRGRGR... and so on. (R=red, B=blue, G=green)
Second line: BGBGBG... and so on. Please note that about half of the
pixels are green, a quarter red and a quarter blue. This is due to the
maximum sensitivity of the human eye at about 550 nm (green).
Figure 24: CCD with Bayer Pattern

Using color information from the neighboring pixels the RG and B valuesof each pixel is interpolated by software. E.g. the red pixel does not haveinformation of green and blue components. The performance of theimage depends on the software used.

NOTICE
It is recommended to use a IR cut filter for color
applications!

White Balance
The human eye adapts to the definition of white depending on the lighting
conditions. The human brain will define a surface as white, e.g. a sheet ofpaper, even when it is illuminated with a bluish light.
White balance of a camera does the same. It defines white or removes
influences of a color tint in the image.
Influences normally depend on the light source used. These tints aremeasured in Kelvin (K) to indicate the color temperature of theillumination.
Light sources and their typical temperatures:
Temperature

Common Light Source

10.000 – 15.000 K

Clear Blue Sky

6.500 – 8.000 K

Cloudy Sky / Shade

5.500 – 6500 K

Noon Sunlight

5.000 – 5.500 K

Average Daylight

4.000 – 5.000 K

Electronic Flash4.000 – 5.000 K

Fluorescent Light

3.000 – 4.000 K

Early AM / Late PM

2.500 – 3.000 K

Domestic Lightning

1.000 – 2.000 K

Candle Flame

Figure 25: Table of color temperatures

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7.1.9 Resolution – active & effective
As mentions in the specifications, there is a difference between the active
and the effective resolution of almost every sensor. Some pixels towards
the borders of the sensor will be used only to calibrate the sensor values.
These pixels are totally darkened. The amount of dark current in theseareas is used to adjust the offset.

Figure 26: Illustration of active and effective sensor pixels

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7.1.10 Gain
Setting gain above 0 dB (default) is another way to boost the signal
coming from the sensor. Especially useful for low light conditions.
Setting Gain amplifies the signal of individual or binned pixels before the
ADC.
Referring to Photography adding gain corresponds to increasing ISO.
add 6 dB

double ISO value

6 dB

400 ISO

12 dB

800 ISO

18 dB

1600 ISO

24 dB

3200 ISO

Figure 27: Table of dB and corresponding ISO

NOTICE
Gain also amplifies the sensor’s noise. Therefore, gain
should be last choice for increasing image brightness.
Modifying gain will not change the camera’s dynamic
range.

Figure 28: noise caused by increasing gain excessively

Auto Gain
For automatically adjusting Gain please refer to Auto Luminance.

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7.1.11 Image Flip
Images can be mirrored horizontally or vertically. Image flip is done inside
the memory of the camera, therefore not increasing the CPU load of thePC.

Figure 29: Figure of original image

Figure 30: Figure of image horizontally flipped

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7.2 Camera Features
Tap Reconstruction on Camera Link
Due to the sequence of arriving pixel information the frame grabber has
to “reconstruct” the pixel information in order to display the image
correctly.

7.2.1 System Clock Frequency
Default system clock frequency in almost every SVCam is set to 66.6
MHz. To validate your system frequency: refer to: specifications.
Using the system clock as reference of time, time settings can only bemade in multiples of 15 ns.
𝑡=

1
1
=
= 15 ∙ 10−9 𝑠 = 15 𝑛𝑛
66. 6� 𝑀𝑀𝑀 66 666 666. 6� 1
𝑠
NOTICEUse multiples of 15 ns to write durations into camera
memory7.2.2 Temperature Sensor
A temperature sensor is installed on the mainboard of the camera.
To avoid overheating, the temperature is constantly monitored and read.
Besides software monitoring, the camera indicates high temperature by a
red flashing LED. (See flashing LED codes)

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7.2.3 Basic Capture Modes
Free Running
Free running (fixed frequency) with programmable exposure time. Frames
are readout continously and valid data is indicated by LVAL for each line
and FVAL for the entire frame.

There is no need to trigger the camera in order to get data. Exposure timeis programmable via serial interface and calculated by the internal logicof the camera.
NOTICEThe fundamental signals are:Line Valid: LVAL, Frame Valid: FVAL,
And in case of triggered modes: trigger input.

Triggered Mode (pulse width)
External trigger and pulse-width controlled exposure time. In this modethe camera is waiting for an external trigger, which starts integration andreadout. Exposure time can be varied using the length of the trigger pulse(rising edge starts integration time, falling edge terminates the integration
time and starts frame read out). This mode is useful in applications where
the light level of the scene changes during operation. Change of
exposure time is possible from one frame to the next.

Exposure time of the next image can overlap with the frame readout of
the current image (rising edge of trigger pulse occurs when FVAL is high).
When this happens: the start of exposure time is synchronized to thefalling edge of the LVAL signal.

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ended (FVAL is low) the start of exposure time is not synchronized to LVAL
and exposure time starts after a short and persistant delay.
The falling edge of the trigger signal must always occur after readout ofthe previous frame has ended (FVAL is low).

External Trigger (Exposure Time)
External trigger with programmable exposure time. In this mode thecamera is waiting for an external trigger pulse that starts integration,
whereas exposure time is programmable via the serial interface andcalculated by the internal microcontroller of the camera.
At the rising edge of the trigger the camera will initiate the exposure.
The software provided by SVS-Vistek allows the user to set exposure timee.g. from 60 μs 60 Sec (camera type dependent).
Exposure time of the next image can overlap with the frame readout of
the current image (trigger pulse occurs when FVAL is high). When thishappens, the start of exposure time is synchronized to the negative edgeof the LVAL signal (see figure)

When the rising edge of trigger signal occurs after frame readout has
ended (FVAL is low), the start of exposure time is not synchronized to LVAL
and exposure time starts after a short and persistant delay.

Exposure time can be changed during operation. No frame is distorted
during switching time. If the configuration is saved to the EEPROM, the set
exposure time will remain also when power is removed.

Detailed Info of External Trigger Mode
Dagrams below are aquivalent for CCD and CMOS technique.

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Trigger can also be initiated by software (serial interface).
NOTICE
Software trigger can be influenced by jitter. Avoid Software
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7.2.4 LookUp Table
The LookUp Table Feature (LUT) lets the user define certain values toevery bit value that comes from the ADC.
To visualize a LUT a curve diagram can be used, similar to the diagrams
used in photo editing software.
The shown custom curve indicates a contrast increase by applying an Sshaped curve. The maximum resolution is shifted to the mid-range.
Contrasts in this illumination range is increased while black values will beinterpreted more black and more of the bright pixels will be displayed as
100 % white...
For further Information about curves and their impact on the image refer
to our homepage: Knowledge Base – LUT

Figure 32: illustration of a custom LUT adding contrast to the midtones

NOTICE
LUT implementation reduces bit depth from 12 bit to 8 biton the output.

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Using the LookUp Table makes is also possible to implement alogarithmic correction. Commonly called Gamma Correction.
Historically Gamma Correction was used to correct the illumination
behavior of CRT displays, by compensating brightness-to-voltage with a
Gamma value between 1,8 up to 2,55.
The Gamma algorithms for correction can simplify resolution shifting as
shown seen above.
Input & Output signal range from 0 to 1
Output-Signal = Input-SignalGamma

Figure 33: illustration of several gamma curves comparable to a LUT

Gamma values less than 1.0 map darker image values into a wider
ranger.
Gama values greater than 1.0 do the same for brighter values.
NOTICE
Gamma Algorithm is just a way to generate a LUT. It is not
implemented in the camera directly..

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7.2.5 ROI / AOIIn Partial Scan or Area-Of-Interest or Region-Of-Interest (ROI) -mode onlya certain region will be read.

Figure 34: Illustration of AOI limitation on a CCD sensor
Selecting an AOI will reduce the number of horizontal lines being read.
This will reduce the amount of data to be transferred, thus increasing the
maximum speed in term of frames per second.
With CCD sensors, setting an AOI on the left or right side does not affectthe frame rate, as lines must be read out completely.
In CMOS Sensors, AOI can be chosen, too.

7.3 I/O Features
7.3.1 Assigning I/O Lines – IOMUXThe IOMUX is best described as a switch matrix. It connects inputs, andoutputs with the various functions of SVCam I/O. It also allows combining
inputs with Boolean arguments.

Figure 35: "IN0" connected to "debouncer"

LineSelector
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Line0
Line1
Line2
Line3
Line3
Line5
Line6
Line7
Line8
Line9
Line10
Line11
Line12
Line13
Line14
Line15
Line16
Line17
Line18
Line19Line20
Line21
Line22Feature-Set

Output0
Output1
Output2
Output3
Output4
Uart In
Trigger
Sequencer
Debouncer
Prescaler
Input0
Input1
Input2
Input3
Input4
LogicA
LogicB
LensTXD
Pulse0
Pulse1
Pulse2
Pulse3
Uart2 In

The input and output lines for Strobe
and Trigger impulses can be arbitrarily
assigned to actual data lines.
Individual assignments can be stored
persistently to the EPROM. Default
setting can be restored from within the
Camera.
Note:
If you connect the camera with a nonSVS-Vistek GigEVision client, you might
not see the clearnames of the lines, but
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Refer to pinout in input / output connectors when physically wiring.
Also the IOMUX can be illustrated as a three dimensional dice. Long
address spaces indicate which signals are routed to witch module within
the camera.

Figure 36: illustration of the backside view of thecamera mudules. The side of the switch matrix.
connections will be made withn a "1" instead of a "0"

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Figure 37: illustrationof frontside view to thecamera modules.

Lines with open end
indicate physical inand outputs

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input vector to switch matrix
nr.

name

description0

io_in(0)trigger input 0 – 24 Volt / RS-232 / opto *1

io_in(1)trigger input 0 – 24 Volt / RS-232 / opto *2

io_in(2)trigger input 0 – 24 Volt / RS-232 / opto *3

io_in(3)trigger input 0 – 24 Volt / RS-232 / opto *4

io_rxd input

5

txd_from_uart1

input

6

strobe(0)output from module iomux_pulseloop_0

7strobe(1)output from module iomux_pulseloop_1

8

rr_pwm_out_a

output from module iomux_sequenzer_09

rr_pwm_out_b

output from module iomux_sequenzer_0

10expose input

11

readout input

12

r_sequenzer_pulse_a

output from module iomux_sequenzer_0 (pulse)13

rr_pwm_out_c

output from module iomux_sequenzer_014

rr_pwm_out_d

output from module iomux_sequenzer_0

15

r_sequenzer_active

output from module iomux_sequenzer_0

16

r_debouncer

output from module iomux_dfilter_0

17r_prescaler

output from module iomux_prescaler_0

18

r_sequenzer_pulse_b

output from module iomux_sequenzer_0 (pwmmask)

19

r_logic

output from module iomux_logic_0

20

strobe(2)output from module iomux_pulseloop_2

21

strobe(3)output from module iomux_pulseloop_3

22

mft_rxd input

23

trigger_feedback

input

24

txd_from_uart2

input

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output vector from switch matrix
nr.

name / register

describtion0

io_out(0)output open drain1

io_out(1)output open drain2

io_out(2)output open drain *3

io_out(3)output open drain *4

io_txdoutput, when debug='0'

5

rxd_to_uart1

output (uart_in)6

trigger

output7

sequenzer_hw_trigger

input to module iomux_sequenzer_0

8debounce input

input to module iomux_dfilter_0

9prescale input

input to module iomux_prescaler_0

10logic inputa

input to module iomux_logic_0

11logic inputb

input to module iomux_logic_0

12

mft_txd

output13

pulseloop hw_trigger

input to module iomux_pulseloop_0

14pulseloop hw_trigger

input to module iomux_pulseloop_1

15pulseloop hw_trigger

input to module iomux_pulseloop_2

16pulseloop hw_trigger

input to module iomux_pulseloop_3

17

rxd_to_uart2

output (uart2_in)*
for physical number of open drain outputs refer to pinout or
specifications

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SVS-VISTEKExample of an IOMUX configuration>
The trigger signal comes in online 0>Debounce it.
connect line 0 to 8:
1000000000000000000000000
signal appears again on line 15 –debouncer out>
Use the prescaler to act only on
every second pulse.
connect line 16 to 9.
0000000000000000100000000
signal appears again on line 17 –debouncer out>
Configure a strobe illumination
with pulseloop module 0
connect line 17 to 13
signal from pulse loop module 0
appears on line 6
connect line 6 to 0 (output 0)>
Set an exposure signal withpulseloop module 1.
connect line 17 to 6
> Tell another component that the camera is exposing the sensor.
connect line 17 to 14
signal from pulse loop module 1 appears on line 7
connect line 7 to 1 (output 1)> Turn of a light that was ON during the time between two pictures.
connect line 17 to 15
invert signal from pulse loop module 2
it appears on line 20
connect line 20 to 2 (output 2)

Inverter&

Set-to-1

Inverter and “set to 1” is part of every input and every output of themodules included in the IOMUX.
INVERTER
The inverter enabled at a certain line provides the reverse signal to orfrom a module.
SET TO “1”With set to “1” enabled in a certain line, this line will provide a highsignal no matter what signal was connected to the line before.
SET TO “1” – INVERS
The inverse of a set to “1” line will occour as a low signal, regardle theactual signal that came to the inverter modul.

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7.3.2 Strobe Control
Drive LED lights from within your camera. Control them via ethernet.
> SVCam cameras provide a flash controller integrated into the camera,saving money and hassle> Maximum current of up to 3 Amperes @ 40ms
> High frequency pulse width modulation (PWM) for no flickering> Less cables> Setting of pulse and duty cycle is controlled via the SVCam progam or
SVCam library> Only one programming interface for camera and flash> LED-lights can be controlled over 4 different channels that can beused simultaneously or independent from each other> According to the I/O specification of your camera two or fourchannels can be used as open drain. Refer to specifications.

Figure 1: use the breakout box to simplify
your wiring

4 IO high voltage drain

Figure 38: Illustration of four LEDs switched internal by the camera

For detailed connector pin out refer to Connectors.
For further information using the breakout box and simplifying OIs refer
SVCam Connectivity manual. To be found separate within the USP
manuals.
USE RIGHT DIMENSION OF RESISTOR!
Protect your display from damage by selecting the appropriate
resistor dimension. The PWM output will put full operational
voltage to the LED display!

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Figure 39: Illustration of conventional schematic electric circuit

Figure 2:

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Figure 3: Illustration of schematic wiring with 4IO model using the break out box (matrix)

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SVS-VISTEKThe pulseloop module
A fully programmable timer/counter function with four individual pulse
generators (pulseloop0 - 3) that can be combined with all SVCam I/Ofunctions, as well as physical inputs and outputs. All timing settings areprogrammable in 15ns intervals.
PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS:
>
>
>
>
>

Trigger source (hardware or software)
Edge or level trigger (HW trigger)
Pulse output starting on low or high level
Pre and post duration time
Number of loops

EXAMPLE APPLICATIONS
Initiated by an external trigger, the camera drives an LED illumination
directly from the open drain output and initiates the camera exposure
after a pre-defined delay.

Figure 40: pulseloop for strobe and exposure

CAMERA CASCADE
Three cameras are triggered in cascade where the first camera is themaster receiving the external trigger, and the master subsequently triggers
the two slave cameras.

Figure 41: pulseloop – activating three cameras

MODULE PULSELOOP

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LEDs in Continuous Mode

Example Calculation “No Flash” (CW Mode)
Voltage drop al 5 LEDs, 2,2 V per LED (see spec. of LED)

11 V

Max. continuous current (see spec. of LED)

250 mA

Voltage Supply

24 V

Voltage drop at Resistor (24 V – 11 V)

13 V

Pull up Resistor R =𝟏𝟏 𝑽

𝟐𝟐𝟐 𝒎𝒎52 Ω

Total Power ( 𝑷 = 𝑼 × 𝑰 )6WPower Loss at Resistor ( 𝟏𝟏 𝑽 × 𝟐𝟐𝟐 𝒎𝒎 )3,25 W

Power at LEDs (𝟏𝟏 𝑽 × 𝟐𝟐𝟐 𝒎𝒎)

2,75 W

USE RIGHT DIMENSION OF RESISTOR!
Protect your display from damage by selecting the appropriate
resistor dimension. The PWM output will put full operational
voltage to the LED display!

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LEDs in Flash Mode
Most LEDs can be operated with much higher currents than spec in flash
mode. This will result in more light. Plese refer to the specification of yourLED panel.
The MOS FETs at “OUT1” and “OUT2” are used like a “switch”. By
controlling “on time” and “off time” (duty cycle) the intensity of light andcurrent can be controlled.

Current“time ON” within a 1 Sec

PWM %

0,75

A

500

ms

50

%

1

A

300

ms

33,3

%

2

A

70

ms

7

%

3

A

40

ms

4

%

Example: If pulse is 1.5 A the max. “on” time is 150 mSec. This means
the “off” time is 850 mSec. The sum of “time on” and “time off” is 1000
mSec = 1 Sec.

NOTICEThe shorter the „time on“ – the higher current can beused –the longer LEDs will work.

Strobe Timing
7 .3 .2 .1 .1

Exp osu re D e l a y

A value, representing the time between the (logical) positive edge oftrigger pulse and start of integration time. Unit is 1μs. Default is 0μs.

7 .3 .2 .1 .2

Str ob e Pol a ri ty

Positive or negative polarity of the hardware strobe output can beselected.

7 .3 .2 .1 .3

Str ob e D u ra ti o n

The exposure time of LED lights can be set in µsec. The min duration is 1
µsec. The longest time is 1 second.

7 .3 .2 .1 .4

Str ob e D e l a y

The delay between the (logical) positive edge of trigger pulse and strobe
pulse output can be set in µsec. Unit is 1μs. Default is 0μs.

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Figure 42: Illustration of an application using the 4IO

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7.3.3 Sequencer
The sequencer is used when different exposure settings and illuminations
are needed in a row.
E.g. the scenario to be captured may occur in three different versions andshould therefore be recorded with three different light source settings.
Each scenario/interval needs different illumination and exposure time.
The Sequencer allows not only detecting which scenario just appeared.
Depending on the scenario there will be one optimal image for further
analyzes.

Values to set

Unit

Description

Sequencer Intervalµs

Duration of the Interval

Exposure Startµs

Exposure delay after Interval start

Exposure Stopµs

Exposure Stop related to Interval Start

Strobe Startµs

Strobe delay after Interval start

Strobe Stopµs

Strobe Stop related to Interval StartPWM Frequency

T

Basic duty cycle ( 1 / Hz ) for PWM

PWM Line 1%

Demodulation Result

PWM Line 2%

Demodulation Result

PWM Line 3%

Demodulation Result

PWM Line 4%

Demodulation Result

Values can be set for every scenario/interval

When setting “Exposure Start” and “Stop” consider ‘read-out-time’. It has
to be within the Sequencer Interval.
> Trigger Input can be set with the 4IO feature set> For pysikal trigger input refer to pinout or specifications> After trigger signal all programmed Interval will start.
> Up to 16 Intervals can be programmed.
Sequencer settings can be saved to EPROM or to desktop

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Interval 0Interval 1

Interval 2

Sequencer
Interval

1.000.000 µs(1s)

1.000.000 µs(1s)

1.000.000 µs(1s)

Exposure Start

220.000 µs

875.000 µs

190.000 µs

Exposure Stop

700.000 µs

125.000 µs

720.000 µs

Strobe Start

110.000 µs

125.000 µs

350.000 µs

Strobe Stop

875.000 µs

875.000 µs

875.000 µs

PWM
Frequency

4 Hz

4 Hz

4 Hz

PWM Line 0

100

0

80

PWM Line 1

20

50

0

PWM Line 2

0

100

30

PWM Line 3

-

-

-

Trigger set to negative slope

Use higher frequencies

Figure 43: illustration of three sequencer intervals

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7.3.4 PWM
Pulse width modulation
Description of the function used within the sequencer or implemented by
the pulseloop module
During Pulse Width Modulation, a duty cycle is modulated by a fixed
frequency square wave. This describes the ratio of ON to OFF as duty
factor or duty ratio.

Why PWM?
Many electrical components must be provided with a defined voltage.
Whether it’s because they do not work otherwise or because they have thebest performance at a certain voltage range (such as diodes or LEDs).

Diode characteristic
Since LEDs have a bounded workspace, the PWM ensures a variable
intensity of illumination at a constant voltage on the diodes.
In addition, the lifetime of a diode increases. The internal resistance isideal in this area. The diode gets time to cool down when operated with a
PWM in its workspace.

Implementation of PWM
Modulation frequency:
The basic frequency of the modulation isdefined by the cycle duration "T".
𝑇𝑃𝑃𝑃 =

1
𝑓𝑃𝑃𝑃

Cycle duration "T" is written into the registry bymultiple of the inverse of camera frequency.
(15 ns steps) Refer to: Time unit of thecamera.

𝑇𝑃𝑃𝑃 =

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That duty ratio is calculated as: Δ% = t / T. It is written about the value of"t" as PWMChange0-3[SeqSelector] per sequence into the Registry.
PWMChange0-3[SeqSelector] is to be written as a percentage value.
EXAMPLES OF PWMS:

Figure 44: 25 % intensity

Figure 45: 50 % intensity

The integrals over both periods 𝑇𝐴 and 𝑇𝐴 are equal.
�

𝑡𝐴2

𝑡𝐴1

𝐀=�

𝑡𝐵2

𝑡𝐵1

𝐁

An equal amount of Photons will be emitted. The
intensity of light is the same.
𝑡𝐴2 − 𝑡𝐴1 = 𝑡𝐵2 − 𝑡𝐵1
Figure 46: 75 % intensity

The periods 𝑇𝐴 and 𝑇𝐵 are equal in length.

THE PWM MODULE:

7.3.5 Optical Input
An optical input is designed for galvanic separation ofcamera and triggering device. Noise, transients and voltage
spikes might damage your components. Also trigger signal
interpretation can be difficult with unclear voltage potentials
within a system. The benefit of an optical input is to avoid all
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these kinds of interaction from power sources or switches.
The disadvantage of an optical input is that it is slower interms of signal transmission than a direct electricalconnection.
An optical input needs some current for operation. The SVSVistek optical input is specified to 5-24V, 8mA.

The opto couplergalvanically divides
electrical circuits byemitting light on one
side and interpretinglight in the other. Thereis no direct electricinteraction between
both electrical circuits.
Figure 4 Optical input schematics

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7.3.6 PLC/Logical Operation on Inputs
The logic input combines trigger signals with Boolean algorithms. The
camera provides AND, NAND, OR, NOR as below. You might connect
2 signals on the logic input. The result can be connected to a camera
trigger signal or it may be source for the next logical operation withanother input. It is possible to connect it to an OUT line as well.

AND
Both trigger inputs have to be true.
A

B

0

0

Y=A∧B

0

1

0

1

0

0

1

1

1

0

NAND
The N E G A T I V E -A ND is true only if its inputs are false.
Invert the output of the AND module.

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Y = A NAND B

0

0

1

0

1

1

1

0

1

1

1

0

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If neither input is high, a low pulse_out (0) results.
Combine trigger input one and two.
A

B

Y=AvB

0

0

0

0

1

1

1

0

1

1

1

1

NOR
No trigger input – one nor two – results in a high or a low level
pulse_out.
Invert both trigger inputs. By inverting the resulting pulse_out you will get
the NOR I pulse
A

B

0

0

0

1

Y=A⊽B

NOR
1
0

Y=A∨B

NOR i
0
1

1

0

0

1

1

1

0

1

7.3.7 Serial data interfaces(ANSI EIA/) TIA-232-F
RS-232 and RS-422 (from EIA, read as Radio Sector or commonly as
Recommended Standard) are technical standards to specify electricalcharacteristics of digital signaling circuits.

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SVS-VISTEKIn the SVCam’s these signals are used to send low-power data signals tocontrol light or lenses (MFT).

Serial interface Parameter

RS-232

RS-422

Maximum open-circuit voltage

±25 V

±6 V

Max Differential Voltage

25 V

10 V

Min. Signal Range

±3 V

2V

Max. Signal Range

±15V

10 V

Table 2: serial interface parameter – RS-232 and RS-422

RS-232
It is splitted into 2 lines receiving and transferring Data.
RXD

receive data

TXD

transmit data

Signal voltage values are:low:

-3 … -15 V

high:+3 … +15 V

With restrictions: refer to Table: serial interface parameter above.
Data transportis asynchronous. Synchronization is implemented by fist andlast bit of a package. Therefore the last bit can be longer, e.g. 1.5 or 2
times the bit duration). Datarate (bits per second) must be defined before
transmission.

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SVS-VISTEKUARTPackaging Data into containers (adding start and stop bits) is
implemented by the UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter)

Figure 47: UART encoding of a data stream

RS-422
RS-422 is a differential low voltage communication standard.

Figure 48: LVDS signal – no return to zero volt

Refer to specifications to see if RS-422 is implemented in your camera.

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7.3.8 Trigger-Edge Sensitivity
Trigger-Edge Sensitivity is implemented by a “schmitt trigger”. Instead of
triggering to a certain value Schmitt trigger provides a threshold.

Figure 49:illlustration of schmitt trigger noise suspension - high to low I
low to high

7.3.9 Debouncing Trigger Signals
Bounces or glitches caused by a switch can be avoided by software within
the SVCam.

Figure 50: bounces or glitches caused by a switch during 300 µs

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SVS-VISTEKTherefor the signal will not be accepted till it lasts at least a certain time.
Use the IO Assignment tool to place and enable the debouncer module
in between the “trigger” (schmitt trigger) and the input source (e.g.: line1).
DebouncDuration register can be set in multiples of 15ns (implement ofsystem clock). E.g. 66 666 ≈ 1 ms

Figure 51: block diagram – debouncer in between the trigger source
and the trigger

The Debouncer module

Figure 52: Illustration of the debouncer module

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7.3.10 Prescale
The Prescaler function can be used for masking off input pulses byapplying a divisor with a 4-bit word, resulting in 16 unique settings.
>

Reducing count of interpreted trigger signal>

Use the prescaler to ignore a certain count of trigger signals.

>

Divide the amount of trigger signals by setting a divisor.

>

Maximum value for prescale divisor: is 16 (4 bit)

Figure 53: illustration of prescale values

The prescale module

Figure 54: Illustration of the prescale module

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7.3.11 IR Cut Filter>

The EXO monochrome comes by default with an AR-Filter (antireflex)> The EXO color version comes by default with an IR-cut-filter
To avoid influences of infrared light to your image, cameras are equippedwith an IR cut filter or an anti-refection coated glass (AR filter).
In addition filters raise the protection classof the camera by protecting the sensor
and camera internals from environmental
influences. IP67 models do have an IR cut
filter by default.
Please refer to your camera order to see if
a filter is built in. Alternatively take a close
look on the sensor. Build-in IR-filters arescrewed within the lens mount. (See figure
below)
Figure 55: ECO standard & ECO Blackline with IR cut
filterAll kinds of filter can be ordered andplaced in front of the sensors. Please refer
to your local distributer.

NOTICEAs the sensor is very sensitive to smallest particles, avoid dust
when removing the lens or the protection cap

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SVS-VISTEKImage Impact of IR Cut Filter
As a reason of chromatic aberration limiting the spectral bandwidth of thelight always results in sharper images.
Without an IR cut filter:> Monochrome sensor images get muddy.
> Chroma sensor images get influenced by a greater amount of red
than you would see with your eyes. White balance gets much moredifficult. Contrasts get lost because of IR light influencing also blueand green pixels.
SVS-VISTEK recommends IR cut filter for high demands on color or
sharpness whether monochrome or color sensors.

Spectral Impact of IR Cut Filters
IR cut filter do influence the spectral sensitivity of the sensor. The spectral
graph below shows the wavelength relative impact of the SVS-VISTEK
standard filter.

Figure 56: Diagram of light transmission – IR cut filter

Focal Impact of Filters
As an IR cut filter mainly consist of a small layer of glass (1 mm thick)there is an impact on the flange focal distance. Refraction within the layer
cause shortening this distance.
When ordering a standard camera with an extra IR cut filter you might
have to compensate the focal length with an extra ring. Please refer toyour local distributor for more detailed information on your camera
behaving on C-Mount integrated filters.
As BlackLine models have an IR cut filter by default, the focal distance iscompensated by default too.

NOTICE
Removing the IR cut filter lengthen the focal distance andwill invalidate the warranty of your camera.

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878Specifications

The following pages will give an overview of the core features of EXO
Camera Link cameras.
Note: The EXO*CL cameras are supporting 1x3_1y tap configuration. If
your framegrabber is supporting this as well, you might get framerates up
to 50% higher than shown in the datasheet.

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8.1 EXO174*CL

Specifications

Model

exo174MCL

exo174CCL

familiy
active pixel w x hmax. frame rate
chromainterface

EXO
1920 x 1200
70 fpsmono
Camera Link Base

EXO
1920 x 1200
70 fpscolor
Camera Link Basesensor namesensor manufacturer
sensor architecture
shutter typeequivalent format
diagonal
pixel w x h
optic sensor w x h
exposure time
max. gain
dynamic range
S/N Ratio

IMX174LLJ
Sony
Area CMOS
global1/1.2"
13,4 mm5,86x5,86 µm
11,34x7,13 mm
20 µs / 1s
18 dB
72 dB
44

IMX174LQJ
Sony
Area CMOS
global1/1.2"
13,4 mm5,86x5,86 µm
11,34x7,13 mm
20 µs / 1s
18 dB
72 dB
44

frame buffer
CL_geometry
frequency selectcamera pixel clockexp. time adjustment
px format 8 / 12 / 16
packed readout
max binning h / v
LUT
ROI
white balancing
tap balancing
gain
black level
PIV mode
readout control
flat field correction
shading correction
defect pixel correction
image flip

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
50 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to8(1)1
auto;manual
manualhorizontal;vertical

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
50 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to8(1)1
auto;manual
auto;manual
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trigger modes
trigger edge high / low
sequencer
PWM power out
trigger IN TTL-24 V
outputs open drain
optical in / out
RS-232 in / out
RS-422 in / out
power supply

internal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 Vinternal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 V

lens mountdynamic lens control

C-Mount-

C-Mount-

size w / h / d (1)weightprotection classpower consumption
ambient temperature
housing temperature
status50x50x33,89 mm
138 g
IP40
4,0 W

50x50x33,89 mm
138 g
IP40
4,0 W

-10... 60°C
production-10... 60°C
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Spectral sensitivity characteristics
Color

Figure 57: IMX174LQJ

Mono

Figure 58: IMX174LLJ

Specifications

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8.2 EXO249*CL

Specifications

Model

exo249CCL

exo249MCL

familiy
active pixel w x hmax. frame rate
chromainterface

EXO
1920 x 1200
31 fpscolor
Camera Link Base

EXO
1920 x 1200
31 fpsmono
Camera Link Basesensor namesensor manufacturer
sensor architecture
shutter typeequivalent format
diagonal
pixel w x h
optic sensor w x h
exposure time
max. gain
dynamic range
S/N Ratio

IMX249LQJ
Sony
Area CMOS
global1/1.2"
13,4 mm5,86x5,86 µm
11,34x7,13 mm
38 µs / 1s
18 dB
72 dB
44

IMX249LLJ
Sony
Area CMOS
global1/1.2"
13,4 mm5,86x5,86 µm
11,34x7,13 mm
38 µs / 1s
18 dB
72 dB
44

frame buffer
CL_geometry
frequency selectcamera pixel clockexp. time adjustment
px format 8 / 12 / 16
packed readout
max binning h / v
LUT
ROI
white balancing
tap balancing
gain
black level
PIV mode
readout control
flat field correction
shading correction
defect pixel correction
image flip

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
50 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to8(1)1
auto;manual
manualhorizontal;vertical

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
50 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to8(1)1
auto;manual
auto;manual
manualhorizontal;vertical92

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trigger edge high / low
sequencer
PWM power out
trigger IN TTL-24 V
outputs open drain
optical in / out
RS-232 in / out
RS-422 in / out
power supply

internal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 Vinternal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 V

lens mountdynamic lens control

C-Mount-

C-Mount-

size w / h / d (1)weightprotection classpower consumption
ambient temperature
housing temperature
status50x50x33,89 mm
138 g
IP40
4,0 W
-10...45°C

50x50x33,89 mm
138 g
IP40
4,0 W
-10...45°C

replaced

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Spectral sensitivity characteristics
Color

Figure 59: IMX249LQJ

Mono

Figure 60: IMX249LLJ

Specifications

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8.3 EXO250*CL

Specifications

Model

exo250MCL

exo250CCL

familiy
active pixel w x hmax. frame rate
chromainterface

EXO
2448 x 2048
32 fpsmono
Camera Link Base

EXO
2448 x 2048
32 fpscolor
Camera Link Basesensor namesensor manufacturer
sensor architecture
shutter typeequivalent format
diagonal
pixel w x h
optic sensor w x h
exposure time
max. gain
dynamic range
S/N Ratio

IMX250LLR
Sony
Area CMOS
global2/3"
11,1 mm3,45x3,45 µm
8,5x7,09 mm
20 µs / 1s
18 dB
72 dB
40

IMX250LQR
Sony
Area CMOS
global2/3"
11,1 mm3,45x3,45 µm
8,5x7,09 mm
20 µs / 1s
18 dB
72 dB
40

frame buffer
CL_geometry
frequency selectcamera pixel clockexp. time adjustment
px format 8 / 12 / 16
packed readout
max binning h / v
LUT
ROI
white balancing
tap balancing
gain
black level
PIV mode
readout control
flat field correction
shading correction
defect pixel correction
image flip

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
50 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to8(1)1
auto;manual
manualhorizontal;vertical

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
50 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to8(1)1
auto;manual
auto;manual
manualhorizontal;vertical95

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trigger modes
trigger edge high / low
sequencer
PWM power out
trigger IN TTL-24 V
outputs open drain
optical in / out
RS-232 in / out
RS-422 in / out
power supply

internal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 Vinternal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 V

lens mountdynamic lens control

C-Mount-

C-Mount-

size w / h / d (1)weightprotection classpower consumption
ambient temperature
housing temperature
status50x50x34,12 mm
138 g
IP40
4,0 W

50x50x34,12 mm
138 g
IP40
4,0 W

-10... 60°C
production-10... 60°C
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Specifications

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Mono

Figure 62: IMX250LLR

Specifications

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8.4 EXO267*CL

Specifications

Model

exo267MCL

exo267CCL

familiy
active pixel w x hmax. frame rate
chromainterfaceEXO
4096 x 2160
18 fpsmono
Camera Link Base

EXO
4096 x 2160
18 fpscolor
Camera Link Basesensor namesensor manufacturer
sensor architecture
shutter typeequivalent format
diagonal
pixel w x h
optic sensor w x h
exposure time
max. gain
dynamic range
S/N Ratio

IMX267LLR
Sony
Area CMOS
global1"
16,0 mm3,45x3,45 µm
8,5x7,09 mm
29 µs / 1s
18 dB
72 dB
39

IMX267LQR
Sony
Area CMOS
global1"
16,0 mm3,45x3,45 µm
8,5x7,09 mm
29 µs / 1s
18 dB
72 dB
39

frame buffer
CL_geometry
frequency selectcamera pixel clockexp. time adjustment
px format 8 / 12 / 16
packed readout
max binning h / v
LUT
ROI
white balancing
tap balancing
gain
black level
PIV mode
readout control
flat field correction
shading correction
defect pixel correction
image flip

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
50 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to12(1)auto;manual
manualx
externaltrue
horizontal;vertical

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
50 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to12(1)auto;manual
manualx
externaltrue
horizontal;vertical98

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trigger edge high / low
sequencer
PWM power out
trigger IN TTL-24 V
outputs open drain
optical in / out
RS-232 in / out
RS-422 in / out
power supply

internal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 Vinternal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 V

lens mountdynamic lens control

C-Mount-

C-Mount-

size w / h / d (1)weightprotection classpower consumption
ambient temperature
housing temperature
status50x50x34,12 mm
140 g
IP40
4,0 W

50x50x34,12 mm
140 g
IP40
4,0 W

-10... 60°C
production-10... 60°C
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Color

Figure 63: IMX267LQR

Mono

Figure 64: IMX267LLR

Specifications

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8.5 EXO304*CL

Specifications

Model

exo304MCL

exo304CCL

familiy
active pixel w x hmax. frame rate
chromainterfaceEXO
4096 x 3000
13 fpsmono
Camera Link Base

EXO
4096 x 3000
13 fpscolor
Camera Link Basesensor namesensor manufacturer
sensor architecture
shutter typeequivalent format
diagonal
pixel w x h
optic sensor w x h
exposure time
max. gain
dynamic range
S/N Ratio

IMX304LLR
Sony
Area CMOS
global1.1"
17,6 mm3,45x3,45 µm
8,5x7,09 mm
29 µs / 1s
18 dB
72 dB
39.5

IMX304LQR
Sony
Area CMOS
global1.1"
17,6 mm3,45x3,45 µm
8,5x7,09 mm
29 µs / 1s
18 dB
72 dB
39.5

frame buffer
CL_geometry
frequency selectcamera pixel clockexp. time adjustment
px format 8 / 12 / 16
packed readout
max binning h / v
LUT
ROI
white balancing
tap balancing
gain
black level
PIV mode
readout control
flat field correction
shading correction
defect pixel correction
image flip

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
50 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to8(1)1
auto;manual
manualhorizontal;vertical

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
50 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to8(1)1
auto;manual
auto;manual
manualhorizontal;vertical101

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trigger modes
trigger edge high / low
sequencer
PWM power out
trigger IN TTL-24 V
outputs open drain
optical in / out
RS-232 in / out
RS-422 in / out
power supply

internal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 Vinternal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 V

lens mountdynamic lens control

C-Mount-

C-Mount-

size w / h / d (1)weightprotection classpower consumption
ambient temperature
housing temperature
status50x50x34,12 mm
140 g
IP40
4,0 W

50x50x34,12 mm
140 g
IP40
4,0 W

-10... 60°C
production-10... 60°C
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Color

Figure 65: IMX304LQR

Mono

Figure 66: IMX304LLR

Specifications

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8.6 EXO4000*CL

Specifications

Model

exo4000MCL

exo4000CCL

familiy
active pixel w x hmax. frame rate
chromainterface

EXO
2048 x 2048
40 fpsmono
Camera Link Base

EXO
2048 x 2048
40 fpscolor
Camera Link Basesensor namesensor manufacturer
sensor architecture
shutter typeequivalent format
diagonal
pixel w x h
optic sensor w x h
exposure time
max. gain
dynamic range
S/N Ratio

CMV4000-3E5M1PP
CMOSIS
Area CMOS
global1"
15,9 mm5,5x5,5 µm
11,26x11,26 mm
26 µs / 1s
18 dB
52 dB
38

CMV4000-3E5C1PPCMOSIS
Area CMOS
global1"
15,9 mm5,5x5,5 µm
11,26x11,26 mm
26 µs / 1s
18 dB
52 dB
38

frame buffer
CL_geometry
frequency selectcamera pixel clockexp. time adjustment
px format 8 / 12 / 16
packed readout
max binning h / v
LUT
ROI
white balancing
tap balancing
gain
black level
PIV mode
readout control
flat field correction
shading correction
defect pixel correction
image flip

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
50 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to8(1)1
auto;manual
manualhorizontal;vertical

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
50 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to8(1)1
auto;manual
auto;manual
manualhorizontal;vertical104

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trigger modes
trigger edge high / low
sequencer
PWM power out
trigger IN TTL-24 V
outputs open drain
optical in / out
RS-232 in / out
RS-422 in / out
power supply

internal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 Vinternal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 V

lens mountdynamic lens control

C-Mount-

C-Mount-

size w / h / d (1)weightprotection classpower consumption
ambient temperature
housing temperature
status50x50x38,04 mm
138 g
IP40
4,5 W
-10...45°C

50x50x38,04 mm
138 g
IP40
4,5 W
-10...45°C

production

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Color

Figure 67: CMV4000-3E5C1PP

Mono

Figure 68: CMV4000-3E5M1PP

Specifications

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8.7 EXO5000*CL

Specifications

Model

exo5000MCL

exo5000CCL

familiy
active pixel w x hmax. frame rate
chromainterface

EXO
2592 x 2048
34 fpsmono
Camera Link Base

EXO
2592 x 2048
34 fpscolor
Camera Link Basesensor namesensor manufacturer
sensor architecture
shutter typeequivalent format
diagonal
pixel w x h
optic sensor w x h
exposure time
max. gain
dynamic range
S/N Ratio

NOIP1SN5000A
ON Semiconductor
Area CMOS
global2/3"
11,4 mm4,8x4,8 µm
8,94x7,06 mm
40 µs / 1s
18 dB
58 dB

NOIP1SE5000A
ON Semiconductor
Area CMOS
global2/3"
11,4 mm4,8x4,8 µm
8,94x7,06 mm
40 µs / 1s
18 dB
58 dB

frame buffer
CL_geometry
frequency selectcamera pixel clockexp. time adjustment
px format 8 / 12 / 16
packed readout
max binning h / v
LUT
ROI
white balancing
tap balancing
gain
black level
PIV mode
readout control
flat field correction
shading correction
defect pixel correction
image flip

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
72 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to8(1)1
auto;manual
manualhorizontal;vertical

256 MB
1x2-1y;1x3-1y
72 MHzmanual;auto;external
x/x/2/2
12to8(1)1
auto;manual
auto;manual
manualhorizontal;vertical107

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trigger edge high / low
sequencer
PWM power out
trigger IN TTL-24 V
outputs open drain
optical in / out
RS-232 in / out
RS-422 in / out
power supply

internal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 Vinternal;software;external
x/x
x
x
2
4
1/1/1
-/10...25 V

lens mountdynamic lens control

C-Mount-

C-Mount-

size w / h / d (1)weightprotection classpower consumption
ambient temperature
housing temperature
status50x50x34,13 mm
138 g
IP40
4,5 W
-10...45°C

50x50x34,13 mm
138 g
IP40
4,5 W
-10...45°C

production

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Color

Figure 69: NOIP1SE5000A

Mono

Figure 70: NOIP1SN5000A

Specifications109

9 Terms of warrantyStandard Products Warranty andAdjustment

Seller warrants that the article to be delivered under this order will be free fromdefects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a periodof 2 years from date of shipment. The liability of Seller under this warranty islimited solely to replacing or repairing or issuing credit (at the discretion of Seller)
for such products that become defective during the warranty period. In order topermit Seller to properly administer this warranty, Buyer shall notify Seller promptly
in writing of any claims,; provide Seller with an opportunity to inspect and test the
products claimed to be detective. Such inspection may be on customer’s premises
or Seller may request return of such products at customer’s expense. Such expense
will subsequently be reimbursed to customer if the product is found to be defective
and Buyer shall not return any product without prior return authorization from
Seller. If a returned product is found to be out of warranty or found to be within
the applicable specification, Buyer will have to pay an evaluation and handlingcharge, independent of possible repair and/or replacement costs. Seller will notify
Buyer of the amount of said evaluation and handling charges at the time thereturn authorization is issued. Seller will inform Buyer of related repair and/or
replacement costs and request authorization before incurring such costs. Buyer
shall identify all returned material with Sellers invoice number, under whichmaterial has been received. If more than one invoice applies, material has to beclearly segregated and identified by applicable invoice numbers. Adjustment is
contingent upon Sellers examination of product, disclosing that apparent defects
have not been caused by misuse, abuse, improper installation of application,
repair, alteration, accident or negligence in use, storage, transportation or
handling. In no event shall Seller be liable to Buyer for loss of profits, loss of use,or damages of any kind based upon a claim for breach of warranty.

Development Product Warranty

Developmental products of Seller are warranted to be free from defects inmaterials and workmanship and to meet the applicable preliminary specification
only at the time of receipt by Buyer and for no longer period of time in all otherrespects the warranties made above apply to development products. The
aforementioned provisions do not extend the original warranty period of any
article which has been repaired or replaced by Seller.

Do not break Warranty LabelIf warranty label of camera is broken warranty is void.
Seller makes no other warranties express or implied, and specifically, seller makes
no warranty of merchantability of fitness for particular purpose.

What to do in case of
Malfunction

Please contact your local distributor first.

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10.1 FAQ
Problem

Solution

Camera does not respond to light.

Check if camera is set to “Mode 0“. I.e. free running with programmed
exposure ctrl. When done, check with the program “Convenient Cam“ if you
can read back any data from the camera, such as “Mode“, “type“ of CCD,
exposure time settings, etc..
If “Mode 0“ works properly, check the signals of the camera in the desired
operation mode like “Mode 1“ or “Mode 2“. In these modes, check if the
ExSync signal is present. Please note that a TTL signal must be fed to thetrigger connector if it is not provided by the frame grabber (LVDS type). The
typical signal swing must be around 5 V. Lower levels will not be detected by
the camera... If you use a TTL level signal fed to the “TB 5 connector“ checkthe quality and swing. If these signals are not present or don’t have theproper quality, the camera cannot read out any frame (Mode 1 and 2).
Beware of spikes on the signal.

Image is present but distorted.

Check the camera configuration file of your frame grabber. Check numberof “front- and back porch“ pixel. Wrong numbers in configuration file cancause sync problems. Check if your frame grabber can work with the data
rate of the camera.

Image of a color version camera looks
strange or false colors appear.

If the raw image looks OK, check the camera file to see if the pixels need to
be shifted by either one pixel or one line. The image depends on thealgorithm used. If the algorithm is starting with the wrong pixel such effects
appear.

Colors rendition of a color versions not
as expected – especially when using
halogen light.

Halogen light contains strong portions of IR radiation. Use cut-off filters ataround 730 nm like “Schott KG 3“ to prevent IR radiation reaching the
CCD.

No serial communication is possible
between the camera and the PC.

Use “load camera DLL” and try again.

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Please fax this form to yourlocal distributor. The right Fax
number you can find on our
homepage: http://www.svsvistek.com

SENDER:

10.2 Support Request Form / Check List
Dear valued customer,
In order to help you with your camera and any interfacing problems werequest that you fill in a description of your problems when you use thecamera. Please fax or email this form to the dealer/distributor from which
you purchased the product.

FIRM:
TEL:
MAIL:
Operating System (E.g. Win 7, XP):
Which Camera areyou using?

Type (e.g.: svs3625MTHCPC):

Serial Number:
Which Accessories
are you using?

Power Supply:
Cable:
Lens Type and Focal Length:

FirmwareNo. of Version:Operation Mode:
Please send a screenshot of “ConvCam” screen or log file.

In case of EURESYS
Grabber:

Brand and Type:
Driver Version:
If Patch please specify:
Camera file used:

Short Description of
ProblemTroubleshooting(E.g. missing lines, noisy image, missing bits etc.):

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11 IP protection classes
There is a classification system regarding the kind of environment influences
which might do harm to your product. These are called IP Protection Classes
and consist of the letters „IP“ followed by two numbers.

First
Digit

SecondDigit

Brief description0

Not protected

1

Protected against solid foreign objects,

Definition
A probing object, a ball of 50mm in diameter, must not enter or
penetrate the enclosure

50 mm and larger

2

Protected against solid foreign objects, 12.5mm and larger

3

Protected against solid foreign objects,

A probing object, a ball of 12.5mm in diameter, must not enteror penetrate the enclosure
A probing object, a ball of 2.5mm in diameter, must not
penetrate at all

2.5 mm and larger

4

Protected against solid foreign objects,

A probing object, a ball of 1mm in diameter, must not penetrate
at all

1.0 mm and larger

5

Protected against dust

The ingress of dust is not completly prevented. The quantity of
dust that enters not impair the safety or satisfactory operationof the equipment

6

Dustproof

No ingress of dust0

Not protected against liquids-

1

Protected against water droplets

Vertically falling droplets must not have any harmful effect whenthe enclosure is at an angle of 15° either side of the vertical2

Protected against water droplets

Droplets falling vertically must not have any harmful effect withenclosure at an angle of 15° either side of the vertical3

Protected against spray water

Water sprayed at any angle of up to 60° either side of thevertical must not have any harmful effect4

Protected against water splashes

Water splashing against the enclosure from any angle must nothave any harmful effect5

Protected against water jets

Water jets directed at the enclosure from any angle must nothave any harmful effect6

Protected against powerful water jets

Powerful water jets directed against the enclosure from any
angle must not have any harmful effect7

Protected against the effect of brief
submersion in water

Water must not enter the equipment in amounts that can have a
harmful effect if the enclosure is briefly submerged in water
under standardised pressure and time conditions

8

Protected against the effect of continuous
submersion in water

9K

Protected against water from high- pressure Water directed at the enclosure from any angle under highand steam jet cleaningpressure must not have any harmful effect

Water must not enter the equipment in amounts that can have a
harmful effect if the enclosure is continuously submerged inwater.
The conditions must be agreed between the manufacturer andthe user. The conditions must, however, be more severe thancode 7

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Aberration

Spherical aberration occurs when light rays enter near the edge of the lens;
Chromatic aberration is caused by different refractive indexes of different
wavelengths of the light. (Blue is more refractive than red)

ADC
Aperture

Analogue-to-Digital Converter, also known as A/D converter
In optics, Aperture defines a hole or an opening through which light travels.
In optical system the Aperture determines the cone angle of a bundle of rays
that come to a focus in the image plane. The Aperture can be limited by aniris, but it is not solely reliant on the iris. The diameter of the lens has alarger influence on the capability of the optical system.

Bayer Pattern

A Bayer filter mosaic or pattern is a color filter array (CFA) deposited onto
the surface of a CCD or CMOS sensor for capturing RGB color images. The
filter mosaic has a defied sequence of red, green and blue pixels such thatthe captured image can be transported as a monochrome image to the host(using less bandwidth); where after the RGB information is recombined in acomputer algorithm.

Binning

Binning combines the charge from two (or more) pixels to achieve higher
dynamics while sacrifying resolution.

Bit-Depth

Bit-depth is the number of digital bits available at the output of the Analogto-Digital Converter (ADC) indicating the distribution of the darkest to thebrightest value of a single pixel.

Camera Link

Camera Link is a multiple-pair serial communication protocol standard [1]designed for computer vision applications based on the National
Semiconductor interface Channel-link. It was designed for the purpose ofstandardizing scientific and industrial video products including cameras,
cables and frame grabbers.

CCD

Charge Coupled Device. Commonly used technology used for camera
sensors used to detect & quantify light, i.e. for capturing images in anelectronic manner. CCDs were first introduced in the early 70ies.

CMOS

Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor. A more recently adopted
technology used for camera sensors with in-pixel amplifiers used to detect &quantify light, i.e. capturing images in an electronic manner.

CPU

Central Processing Unit of a computer. Also referred to as the processor
chip.

dB

Decibel (dB) is a logarithmic unit used to express the ratio between twovalues of a physical quantity.

Decimation

For reducing width or height of an image, decimation can be used (CMOS
sensors only). Columns or rows can be ignored. Image readout time isthereby reduced.

Defect map

Identifies the location of defect pixels unique for every sensor. A factory
generated defect map is delivered and implemented with each camera.

EPROM

Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory is a type of memory chip thatretains its data when its power supply is switched off.

External Trigger

Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory is a type of memory chip thatretains its data when its power supply is switched off.

fixed frequencyGainor programmed exposure time. Frames are read out continuously.
In electronics, gain is a measure of the ability of a two-port circuit (often an
amplifier) to increase the power or amplitude of a signal from the input tothe output port by adding energy to the signal.

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Gamma

Gamma correction is a nonlinear operation used to code and decodeluminance values in video or still image systems.

GenICam

Provides a generic programming interface for all kinds of cameras anddevices. Regardless what interface technology is used (GigE Vision, USB3
Vision, CoaXPress, Camera Link, etc.) or which features are implemented,
the application programming interface (API) will always be the same.

GigE Vision

GigE Vision is an interface standard introduced in 2006 for highperformance industrial cameras. It provides a framework for transmitting
high-speed video and related control data over Gigabit Ethernet networks.

GPU
HiroseISO
Jumbo Frames

Graphics Processing Unit of a computer.

Mount
MulticastMechanical interface/connection for attaching lenses to the camera.

Cable connectors commonly used for power, triggers, I/Os and strobe lights
see Gain.
In computer networking, jumbo frames are Ethernet frames with more than
1500 bytes of payload. Conventionally, jumbo frames can carry up to 9000
bytes of payload. Some Gigabit Ethernet switches and Gigabit Ethernet
network interface cards do not support jumbo frames.

Multicast (one-to-many or many-to-many distribution) is an ethernet group
communication where information is addressed to a group of destination
computers simultaneously. Multicast should not be confused with physicallayer point-to-multipoint communication.

PWM

Pulse width modulation. Keeping voltage at the same level while limiting
current flow by switching on an off at a very high frequency.

Partial Scan

A method for reading out fewer lines from the sensor, but “skipping” lines
above and below the desired area. Typically applied to CCD sensors.
In most CMOS image sensors an AOI (area of interest) or ROI (region ofinterest) can be defined by selecting the area to be read. This leads toincreased frame rate.

Pixel clock

The base clock (beat) that operates the sensor chip is. It is typically also theclock with which pixels are presented at the output node of the image
sensor.

RAW

A camera RAW image file contains minimally processed data from theimage sensor. It is referred as raw in its meaning. SVS-VISTEK plays out
RAW only.

Read-Out-Control

Read-Out control defines a delay between exposure and image readout. It
allows the user to program a delay value (time) for the readout from thesensor. It is useful for preventing CPU overload when handling very large
images or managing several cameras on a limited Ethernet connection.

Shading

Shading manifests itself a decreasing brightness towards the edges of theimage or a brightness variation from one side of the image to the other.
Shading can be caused by non-uniform illumination, non-uniform camera
sensitivity, vignetting of the lens, or even dirt and dust on glass surfaces(lens).

Shading correction

An in-camera algorithm for real time correction of shading. It typicallypermits user configuration. By pointing at a known uniform evenly
illuminated surface it allows the microprocessor in the camera to create acorrection definition, subsequently applied to the image during readout.

Shutter

Shutter is a device or technique that allows light to pass for a determined
period of time, exposing photographic film or a light-sensitive electronic
sensor to light in order to capture a permanent image of a scene.

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A bright light source with a very short light pulse. Ideal for use withindustrial cameras, e.g. for “freezing” the image capture of fast moving
objects. Can often be a substitute for the electronic shutter of the image
sensor. Certain industrial cameras have dedicated in-camera output drivers
for precisely controlling one or more strobe lights.

Tap

CCD sensors can occur divided into two, four or more regions todouble/quadruple the read out time.

TCP/IP

TCP/IP provides end-to-end connectivity specifying how data should bepacketized, addressed, transmitted, routed and received at the destination.

USB3 Vision

The USB3 Vision interface is based on the standard USB 3.0 interface anduses USB 3.0 ports. Components from different manufacturers will easily
communicate with each other.

Trigger modes

Cameras for industrial use usually provide a set of different trigger modes
with which they can be operated.
The most common trigger modes are: (1) Programmable shutter trigger
mode. Each image is captured with a pre-defined shutter time; (2) PulseWidth Control trigger. The image capture is initiated by the leading edge ofthe trigger pulse and the shutter time is governed by the width of the pulse;(3) Internal trigger or Free-Running mode. The camera captures images at
the fastest possible frame rate permitted by the readout time.

XML Files

Extensible Markup Language (XML) is a markup language that defines a setof rules for encoding documents in a format which is both human-readable
and machine-readable

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13 Index of figures
F IGURE 1: T ABLE OF SAFETY MESSAGES ................................................ 5
Figure 1: Illustration of 4IO concept of switching LEDs .......................... 8
Figure 3: basic Illustration of driver circuit ......................................... 15
Figure 4: Table of Camera Link pin-out / *PoCL................................. 17
Figure 5: Illustration of Camera Link pin-out ...................................... 18
Figure 6: overview of FVAL and LVAL signal timing on Camera Link ..... 20
Figure 7: more detailed view of LVAL signal timing on Camera Link ..... 20
Figure 8: example calculation of Camera Link timing on a exo174*CL. 20
Figure 9: Illustration of Hirose 12 Pin & pin-out (HR10A-10R-12PB)..... 21
Figure 10: Illustration of C- & CS-Mount differences ........................... 41
Figure 11: Illustration of conventional CMOS sensor technique ........... 42
Figure 12: Illustration of CMOS on chip processing............................ 43
Figure 13: Illustration of CMOS four channel output .......................... 43
Figure 1: Rolling shutter with fast moving object details ....................... 45
Figure 15: motion blur ...................................................................... 45
Figure 16 rolling shutter with moving objects ....................................... 45
Figure 17: interlaced effect ................................................................ 45
Figure 1: illustration of rising amount of values/gray scales by increasing
the bit format .................................................................................. 48
Figure 3: Simplified illustration of a quantification graph ..................... 48
Figure 20: illustration of shade difference in 8 bit format ..................... 48
As shown in figure 21 differences in shades of gray are hardly visable onscreen or in print. ............................................................................ 48
Figure 22: Figure of original picture - black & white ........................... 49
Figure 23: Figure of quantification with 6 shades of gray (reduced colour
depth) ............................................................................................. 49
Figure 1: CCD with Bayer Pattern...................................................... 50
Figure 25: Table of color temperatures .............................................. 50
Figure 26: Illustration of active and effective sensor pixels ................... 51
Figure 27: Table of dB and corresponding ISO ................................. 52
Figure 28: noise caused by increasing gain excessively ....................... 52
Figure 29: Figure of original image ..................................................... 53
Figure 30: Figure of image horizontally flipped .................................... 53
Figure 31: Figure of image vertically flipped ...................................... 53
Figure 32: illustration of a custom LUT adding contrast to the midtones 58
Figure 33: illustration of several gamma curves comparable to a LUT .. 59
Figure 34: Illustration of AOI limitation on a CCD sensor ................... 60
Figure 35: "IN0" connected to "debouncer" ........................................ 60
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Figure 4: illustration of the backside view of the camera mudules. The
side of the switch matrix. connections will be made withn a "1" instead of
a "0" ............................................................................................... 62
Figure 5: illustration of frontside view to the camera modules. ............. 63
Figure 38: Illustration of four LEDs switched internal by the camera ...... 67
Figure 39: Illustration of conventional schematic electric circuit ........... 68
Figure 40: pulseloop for strobe and exposure .................................... 70
Figure 41: pulseloop – activating three cameras ................................ 70
Figure 9: Illustration of an application using the 4IO .......................... 73
Figure 43: illustration of three sequencer intervals .............................. 75
Figure 44: 25 % intensity .................................................................. 77
Figure 45: 50 % intensity .................................................................. 77
Figure 46: 75 % intensity.................................................................. 77
Figure 47: UART encoding of a data stream ...................................... 82
Figure 48: LVDS signal – no return to zero volt ................................... 82
Figure 49:illlustration of schmitt trigger noise suspension - high to low I
low to high ...................................................................................... 83
Figure 50: bounces or glitches caused by a switch during 300 µs ........ 83
Figure 51: block diagram – debouncer in between the trigger source andthe trigger ....................................................................................... 84
Figure 52: Illustration of the debouncer module ................................. 84
Figure 53: illustration of prescale values ............................................ 85
Figure 54: Illustration of the prescale module ..................................... 85
Figure 1: ECO standard & ECO Blackline with IR cut filter .................. 86
Figure 56: Diagram of light transmission – IR cut filter ........................ 87
Figure 57: IMX174LQJ .................................................................... 91
Figure 58: IMX174LLJ ...................................................................... 91
Figure 59: IMX249LQJ .................................................................... 94
Figure 60: IMX249LLJ ...................................................................... 94
Figure 61: IMX250LQJR ................................................................... 97
Figure 62: IMX250LLR ..................................................................... 97
Figure 63: IMX267LQR .................................................................. 100
Figure 64: IMX267LLR ................................................................... 100
Figure 65: IMX304LQR .................................................................. 103
Figure 66: IMX304LLR ................................................................... 103
Figure 67: CMV4000-3E5C1PP ..................................................... 106
Figure 68: CMV4000-3E5M1PP ..................................................... 106
Figure 69: NOIP1SE5000A .......................................................... 109
Figure 70: NOIP1SN5000A ........................................................... 109

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14 Index
4 IO high voltage drain 67

Contents of Camera Set 9

4IO adds Light andFunctionality 8

ConvCam 113

Acquisition and Processing Time46
ADC 52
AND 79
AOI 60AR filter 86
Assigning I/O Lines – IOMUX
60Auto Gain 52
Auto Luminance 47
Back 25, 35
Basic Capture Modes 55
Basic Understanding 42
Basic Understanding of CMOS
Technology 42

ConvCam5 10, 12
Cross Section 26, 36
Cycle duration 76
dB 52
debouncer 60, 84
Debouncing 83
Debouncing Trigger Signals 83
Detailed Info of External Trigger
Mode 56
differential low voltage 82
Dimensions 22
Diode characteristic 76
Driver Circuit Schematics 15
duty cycle 76
duty ratio 76

Bit-Depth 48

EPROM 60

Boolean 79

Europe 6

Bottom 25, 35

Example of an IOMUX
configuration 66

Bounces 83
Building blocks simplify designin 7

Example: 75
Exclusive body architecture 7

C & CS Mount 41

exo174*CL, exo249*CL 23

Camera Features 54

exo250*CL, exo252*CL 27

Camera Link timing 19

exo267*CL, exo304*CL 30

Camera Link Features 8

exo4000*CL 33

Camera Link Flashing LED
Codes 9exo5000*CL 37

Camera Link™ 16
CCD 60

Exposure 47, 55, 74
Exposure Delay 72

Clock 54

External Trigger (Exposure Time)
56

CMOS 42, 60

FAQ 112

Color 50

Feature-Set 42

Connecting the camera 12

Filter 86

Connectors 16

fixed frequency 55, 76

Connectors Camera Link™ 16

Flip 53

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SVS-VISTEKFocal Impact of Filters 87

light transmission 87

Frames per Second 46

Limitation 47

Free Running 55

log file 113

front 23, 33

LookUp Table 58

FVAL 55

Luminance 47

FVAL – tFvd 19

LUT 58Gain 52

LVAL 55

galvanical 77

LVAL – tLvd 19

Gamma 59

LVDS 82

Gamma Correction 59

MHz 54

Getting Started 9

Modulation frequency 76

Global Shutter / Progressive
Scan 45

NAND 79

Glossary of Terms 117
I/O 60I/O Features 60
illumination 76
Image Flip 53
Image Impact of IR Cut Filter
87
Implementation of PWM 76

NOR 80of IR Cut Filter 87
Optical Input 77
OR 80
output vector from switch matrix
65
Pinout Diagram 18

Index of figures 120

PLC/Logical Operation on
Inputs 79

Input / output connectors 20

Power supply 9

input vector to switch matrix 64

Prescale 85

Installation of ConvCam5 10

pulse width modulation 67, 76

interval 74

pulseloop 76

Inverter 66

PWM 76Inverter & Set-to-1 66

raw 50IO Assignment 83

readout 55

IP protection classes 115

reference of time 54

IR cut filter 50, 86

Resolution 51

ISO 52

Resolution – active & effective
51

Kelvin 50
LED 54
LED Codes 9LEDs 76
LEDs in Flash Mode 72
Legal Information 6
Light sources 50

Index

no return to zero volt 82

ROI 60
ROI / AOI 60
RS-232 80, 81
RS-422 80, 82
RXD 81
Safety Messages 5
schmitt trigger 83
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Serial data interfaces 80
Setting Exposure time 47
settings 74
Set-to-1 66
Shock & Vibration Resistance 6
side Left 23, 33
Side Right 24, 34
Software 10
Software Trigger 57
Sony IMX readout technology
43
Space for further descriptions,screenshots and log-files
114
Specifications 88
Spectral Impact of IR Cut Filters
87
Strobe 60
Strobe Control 67
Strobe Control Example Setup
73
Strobe Delay 72
Strobe Duration 72
Strobe Polarity 72
Strobe Timing 72
Support Request Form 113

Support Request Form / Check
List 113
System Clock Frequency 54
Tap Reconstruction on Camera
Link 54
temperature 54
Temperature Sensor 54
temperatures 50
Terms of warranty 110
The Debouncer module 84
The EXO 7
The prescale module 85
The pulseloop module 70
Top 24, 34
trigger 55, 56, 57, 60, 83
Triggered Mode (pulse width)
55
Trigger-Edge Sensitivity 83
Troubleshooting 112
TXD 81UART 82
USA and Canada 6
Viewer Software 12
Warranty 110
WARRANTY 6, 110
White Balance 50
Why PWM? 76

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