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TM-1020 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Cameras

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TM-1020 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Cameras Operation Manual 69-0076 Rev.
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Notice The material contained in this manual consists of information that is proprietary to PULNiX America, Inc., and may only be used by the purchasers of the product. PULNiX America, Inc. makes no warranty for the use of its product and assumes no responsibility for any errors which may appear or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. PULNiX America, Inc. reserves the right to make changes without notice.
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i Table of Contents 1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Product Description. . Features . . . . . . . . . . Functional Options . . System Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 .2 .3 .4 2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ii Table of Contents 3.10 Camera Timing Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 3.10.1 Pixel Clock Locking (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 3.11 Serial Communication Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 4 LVDS-Version Camera RS-232 Commands . . . . . . . . . 34 5 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 5.1 Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 5.1.1 5.1.2 5.1.3 5.
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iii List of Tables TABLE 1. 12-Pin Connector (TM-1020-15) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 TABLE 2. 12-Pin Connector (CL Version) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 TABLE 3. 31-Pin Connector (MP211-031-113-4300). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 TABLE 4. Connector and Pinout Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 TABLE 5. Shutter Speed Control Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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iv List of Figures FIGURE 1. TM-1020 Series System Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FIGURE 2. CL (Camera Link) System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FIGURE 3. Rear Panel View of Digital Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 FIGURE 4. Serial Communication Cable RS-232B-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 FIGURE 5. Digital Output Cable 30DG-02 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 FIGURE 6.
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June 10, 2003 TM-1020 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Cameras Operation Manual 1 Introduction 1.1 Product Description The PULNiX TM-1020 series1 consists of high-resolution, high-speed monochrome progressive scan CCD cameras. The interline-type CCD permits full vertical and horizontal resolution of very high speed shutter images and applications. The electronic shutter, which has speeds to 1/16,000 sec., can be reset asynchronously by external pulse control. The base model’s frame rate is 15 fps.
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Page 2 Introduction 1.2 Features • Miniaturized and lightweight The printed circuit boards in the TM-1020 series have been arranged based on a new design philosophy. This creates modular electronics for the camera, giving it flexibility. In addition, the use of miniature solid-state components results in a compact, lightweight camera that is 44mm x 44mm x 64mm in dimensions, and weighs only 149 grams.
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Page 3 Introduction - Internal shutter speed with Slow mode. The speed control varies from 1/125 to 1/1,000 sec. The video signal starts with internal V reset timing related to shutter speed. • Output The TM-1020 series has an 8-bit RS-644 digital output for interfacing with external imageprocessing systems (TM-1020-15 is RS-422 only) with RS-644 digital output available as an option. Camera Link models are designated by the letters “CL” at the end of the camera name.
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Page 4 Introduction 1.4 System Configuration TM-1020 Series System Configuration FIGURE 1. Figure 1 below presents a typical system configuration for the LVDS/RS-422 version. UP 3 45 6 23 CDE AB F0 1 2 8 67 9 01 45 78 9 SHUTTER MODE 30DG-02 DOWN DIGITAL 1 9 2 3 11 4 RS-232B-12 cable in CS-232E kit 8 10 7 12 5 6 POWER VIDEO BNC cable 12-pin connectors Monitor* Computer with frame-grabber board PD-12 (series) power supply OR Power and Ext. Sync FIGURE 2.
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Page 5 Installation 2 Installation The following instructions are provided to help you to set up your camera quickly and easily. We suggest that you read through these instructions before you unpack and set up your camera system. 2.1 Getting Started 2.1.1 Unpacking Instructions We recommend that you save the original packing cartons for the cameras and accessories in case you need to return or exchange an item.
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Page 6 Installation dissipation. For optimal performance, PULNiX recommends using a cooling fan to set up a positive air flow around the camera and following the precautions below. • Mount the camera on a large heat sink (camera bracket) made out of conductive material like aluminum. • Make sure the flow of heat from the camera case to the bracket is not blocked by a non-conductive material like plastic. • Make sure the camera has enough open space around it to facilitate the free flow of air.
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Page 7 Installation 2.2.2 (b) 12-Pin Connector (Camera Link Version) The CL versions have a 12-pin Hirose connector for power input and signal integration. Pin #1 is Ground and pin #12 is +12V DC. The pin-out table is shown below. For TM-1020-15CL, serial communication camera control is done via the Camera Link connector on the rear panel of the camera. TABLE 2.
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Page 8 Installation 2.2.2 (c) Digital Output Connector (LVDS/RS-422 only) The LVDS/RS-422 version has a 31-pin AirBorn connector (MP211-031-113-4300) on the rear panel to output 8-bit, RS-644 video data. The TM-1020-15 is 8-bit, RS-422 video data. The connector pin-out is shown in the figure below. FIGURE 3. Rear Panel View of Digital Connector 1 16 17 31 TABLE 3.
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Page 9 Installation The CL version has a 26-pin connector on the rear panel to output Camera Link data. The connector pin-out is shown in Table 4 on page 9. 13 1 26 TABLE 4.
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Page 10 Installation 2.2.3 Shutter Speed Control Dial (LVDS/RS-422 version) Shutter speed can be selected by switching the shutter dial to the appropriate setting (0 through 9). The factory default settings correspond to the shutter speeds as shown in Table 5 below. Shutter Speed Control Dial TABLE 5.
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Page 11 Installation 2.2.5 Digital Output Cable (LVDS/RS-422 version) FIGURE 5. Digital Output Cable 30DG-02 Male Female 17 1 31 16 25.0mm 1.00 in 20 1 37 19 78.74 in (2 meters) The TM-1020 series camera uses the cable 30DG-02 from PULNiX as a digital output cable. This cable has a 31-pin AirBorn connector on the camera end and a 37-pin D-sub male connector on the other end. Contact your PULNiX representative regarding availability of interface cables for specific frame grabber models.
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Page 12 Installation 3M Camera Link Cable 18 5 19 6 20 7 21 8 22 9 23 10 24 11 25 12 26 13 13 4 26 17 25 3 10 9 8 6 19 5 3 16 2 15 1 14 4 18 7 24 16 11 2 23 15 Note: 22 1 2X Thumbscrews 21 14 12 26 Position High Density Mini D Ribbon (MDR) Male Plug Cable 20 26 Position High Density Mini D Ribbon (MDR) Male Plug 17 FIGURE 7.
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Page 13 Installation 2.2.7 Power Supplies and Power Cable Setup 2.2.7 (a) Power Supplies The TM-1020 series camera requires 12V DC power that is obtained through the 12-pin connector located on the rear panel of the camera. PULNiX recommends the following power supplies: K25-12 110V AC/12V DC 2.1A power supply (OEM type) K50-12 110V AC/12V DC 4.2A power supply (OEM type) PD-12UU 100-240V AC/12V DC 1.
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Page 14 Installation FIGURE 8.
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Page 15 Installation 3. Plug the power cord into the 100V AC socket. This will power the camera up. 2.2.8 Attaching the Analog Video Output When connecting the TM-1020 series to an analog frame grabber or a monitor, use the BNC connector on the rear panel of the camera. The input of the monitor should be balanced for 75Ω termination. Standard RG-59 type coaxial cable should carry a full video signal for up to 500 feet.
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Page 16 Operation Operation 3.1 Camera Rear Panel (LVDS/RS-422 Version) Mode Selection switch Shutter Speed Control switch Up/Down switch UP 3 45 6 CDE AB 2 F0 1 23 8 67 9 01 45 78 9 3 SHUTTER MODE DOWN Digital Output connector DIGITAL 1 Power, RS-232, and External Sync Connector 2 3 9 10 11 4 8 Analog Output connector 7 12 5 6 POWER VIDEO 3.1.1 Up/Down Switch The Mode Selection switch works in conjunction with the Up/Down switch.
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Page 17 Operation 3.1.6 Mode Selection Switch Various modes can be implemented with the rear panel Mode Selection switch. The Mode Selection switch works in conjunction with the Up/Down switch and RS-232 external control. Commands from the RS-232 interface will over-write the rear panel switch settings of the camera. The table below shows details on various modes. Mode Selection Switch TABLE 6.
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Page 18 Operation 3.2 Camera Rear Panel (CL Versions) CAMERA LINK 1 2 3 9 4 8 10 11 7 12 5 6 POWER VIDEO 3.2.1 Digital Output Connector Refer to Section 2.2.6 on page 11 for information on digital output connectors. 3.2.2 Analog Output Connector The CL-version camera has a BNC connector on the rear panel to output analog video data. 3.2.3 Power and External Sync Connector Refer to Section 2.2.2 (b on page 7 for information on the power and external sync. connectors. 3.
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Page 19 Operation The TM-1020 series outputs the progressive-scanned image with an electronic shutter in two different formats: 1. 2. Progressive-scanning digital and analog output The CCD signal goes through A/D and D/A converters and through 10-bit in, 8-bit out look-up table (LUT). The analog output is the same as 75Ω, 1Vp-p format available from BNC and 12-pin connector. The digital output is available from 31-pin connector (RS-422 or RS-644) or Camera Link connector.
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Page 20 Operation 3.6 Asynchronous Reset ASYNC RESET VINIT VD SG (TRANSFER GATE) DISCHARGE PULSE PROGRESSIVE OUTPUT VIDEO Stand-by Image Shutter Video Stand-by Image The TM-1020 series's asynchronous reset is flexible and accepts external horizontal drive (HD) for phase locking. When the VINIT pulse is applied, it resets the camera's scanning and purging of the CCD. For asynchronous image capturing by frame grabbers, it outputs single FDV at async reset.
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Page 21 Operation 3.6.1 Internal Shutter Speed Control (TM-1020 Series) FIGURE 9. Internal Shutter Speed Control (TM-1020 Series) EXT. VINIT HD INT. VINIT with shutter speed control Discharge Exposure time set by shutter speed Transfer Gate FDV 14H Analog Video Sync The video signal starts with internal VINIT. The camera operates the reset and shutter in the same way as the external pulse width control mode.
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Page 22 Operation FIGURE 10. No-Delay Shutter EXT. VINIT (Pulse width control) HD INT. VINIT after trailing edge of EXT. VINIT Discharge Exposure time set by pulse width Transfer Gate 14H FDV Vsync Analog Video Sync FIGURE 11. No-Delay Shutter and Read-Out Inhibit VINIT (External Pulse Width Control Trigger) No-Delay Shutter (All cameras) Discharge No-delay Exposure Transfer Gate ROI pulse width: Min. 1H to 1frame ROI Control: Camera #1 Camera #1 Video FDV/Vsync Max.
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Page 23 Operation Note: When the ROI function is not used, make sure that the INTEG/ROI inputs (#11 of 12-pin connector, #6 of the 31-pin connector, and #10 and #23 of the Camera Link connector) are kept open or logic high during Async. pulse width control mode. 3.6.3 Internal Shutter Speed with Fast Mode (TM-1020-15 only) FIGURE 12.
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Page 24 Operation 3.6.4 Internal Shutter Speed with Slow Mode (TM-1020-15 Only) FIGURE 13. Internal Shutter Speed with Slow Mode (TM-1020-15 Only) External Pulse min 2H HD Internal VINIT X External 9H Transfer Gate Pulse 9H Discharge pulse Exposure Time Composite Video FDV 32H The speed control ranges from 1/120 to 1/950 sec. The video signal starts with internal VINIT. Select a dial switch setting from “1” to “4.
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Page 25 Operation 3.6.5 External VINIT with Pulse Width (TM-1020-15 Only) FIGURE 14. External VINIT with Pulse Width (TM-1020-15 Only) Hd X VINIT 32H FDV 9H Discharge Pulse 9H Transfer Gate X FDV is output at the internal VINIT timing S9 Exposure Time = X (H) The TM-1020 series can be reset with external reset pulse (VINIT). Set the dial switch to “9.” Apply a pulse-width control VINIT signal generated from an external event trigger to the camera.
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Page 26 Operation 3.7 Dynamic Range Control Blooming adj. = 13. 5 V Lens: F=5.6 mV Vsub = 8 V Max. Digital dynamic range at 3 dB amp 600 CCD OUTPUT VOLTAGE Vsub = 10 V Vsub = 12 V 400 Vsub = 14 V Vsub = 16 V 200 Digital saturation at 16 dB amp Vsub = 18 V Analog saturation at 20 dB amp 0 0 20 40 60 80 LUMINANCE 100 120 140 160 FL The typical interline transfer CCD has fixed noise levels based on dark current (thermal or KT noise), pattern noise, and the operating clock speed.
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Page 27 Operation FIGURE 15. Look-Up Table LUT #1 LUT #7 256 Knee Table 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 LUT #4 LUT #0 224 192 LUT #5 160 LUT #6 Left Knee (X1, Y1) 84 224 56 224 80 160 60 160 40 160 96 192 48 192 112 224 Right Knee (X2, Y2) 1024 256 1024 256 1024 256 1024 256 1024 256 1024 256 1024 256 1024 256 LUT #3 128 LUT #2 96 64 32 0 128 256 384 512 640 768 896 1024 Note: The second knee point on the built-in LUT defaults to position (1024, 256).
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Page 28 Operation 3.8.1 Full Progressive Scan Normal scanning mode the TM-1020 series is for 1008 x 1018 pixels. The standard speed with singlechannel output is 15 frame/sec at the pixel clock of 20 MHz. The progressive scan reads every line from top to bottom and, unique in an interlace-scan camera, all lines are obtained per image capturing with electronic shutter. 3.8.2 Two-Row Binning This is a standard feature in the TM-1020 series.
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Page 29 Operation 3.10 Camera Timing Charts Model: TM-1020-15 Operation Mode: 15 fps Master Clock: 40.0 MHz, M= 25 nsec Pixel Clock: 20.0 MHz, P= 50 nsec 1. Pixel Clock and Digital Data Pixel Clock A Data (B) Tcd Tdc Thd Tcd: Clock to Data Ready Tdc: Data Ready to Next Clock Thd: Data Hold Time Tcd = 19.00 nsec, Tdc = 31.00 nsec, Thd = 11.00 nsec. 2. Horizontal Signals fHD = [ 15.75 KHz] tHD = [ 63.50 µsec] External HD A [ 10P],( 0.50 µs) Internal HD B [ 1174P], ( 58.8µs) C [ 1270 P], ( 63.
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Page 30 Operation Model: TM-1020 Operation Mode: 15 Frames/Second Master Clock: 40 MHz, M= 25 nsec Pixel Clock: 20 MHz, P = 50 nsec Horizontal Frequency: 15.748 KHz 1H = 63.50 µsec 3. External Reset Timing External VD A [1050 H], (66.68 msec) B [0 H], (470.0 ns) C [9 H], (572.0 µs) Internal VD D [1041 H], (66.10 ms) E [ 1050 H], (66.68 ms) G [32 H], (2.030 ms) FDV H [1018 H], (64.64 ms) F [0 H], (36 ns) J [32 H], (2.040 ms) Digital Data K [1018 H], (64.64 ms) I [0 H], (260.0 ns) M [29 H], (1.
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Page 31 Operation Model: TM-1020-30 Operation Mode: 30 fps Master Clock: 80.0 MHz, M= 12.5 nsec Pixel Clock: 40.0 MHz, P= 25 nsec 1. Pixel Clock and Digital Data Pixel Clock A Data (B) Tcd Tdc Thd Tcd: Clock to Data Ready Tdc: Data Ready to Next Clock Thd: Data Hold Time Tcd = 9.0 nsec, Tdc = 16.0 nsec, Thd = 6.00 nsec. 2. Horizontal Signals fHD = [ 31.50 KHz] tHD = [ 31.75 µsec] External HD A [ 1032 P], (25.8µs) Internal HD B [1270 P], (31.75 µs) LDV C [262 P], (6.55 µs) D [1008 P], (25.
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Page 32 Operation Model: TM-1020-30 Operation Mode: 30 Frames/Second Master Clock: 80 MHz, M= 12.5 nsec Pixel Clock: 40 MHz, P = 25 nsec Horizontal Frequency: 31.50 KHz 1H = 31.75 sec 3. External Reset Timing External VD A [1050 H], (33.34 msec) B [0, H], (0 us) Internal VD C [9 H], (285.75 µs) D [1041 H], (33.05 ms) E [1050 H], (33.33 ms) F [32 H], (1.02 ms) FDV G [1018 H], (32.32 ms) H [32 H], (1.02 ms) Digital Data I [1018 H), (32.32 ms) Analog Video J [29 H], (0.
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Page 33 Operation 3.10.1 Pixel Clock Locking (optional)1 External Clock External HD Internal HD with PLL PLL jitter Pixel clock VCO voltage swing Pixel clock For multiple-camera applications such as 2D or 3D measurement, multiple-camera inspection, a parallel digital data input capability is important. The high resolution and precision measurement requires that camera data be consistent with each other and free from PLL jitter. This is especially important for digital output multiplexing.
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Page 34 LVDS-Version Camera RS-232 Commands 4 LVDS-Version Camera RS-232 Commands The LVDS-version camera can be controlled via RS-232 commands. The Start character is always “:” and the end character is always “CR” (return). For example, to set Asynchronous Pulse Width Mode, send the command :SA9”CR” to the camera. The following table contains RS-232 commands that can be used to control the camera. TABLE 7.
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Page 35 LVDS-Version Camera RS-232 Commands 7 First Character Second Character Third Character “T” (Table) “N” (kNee) X1 + Y1 + X2 + Y2 Response ACK X1, Y1, X2, Y2: “00 - FF” ACK “L” (Linear) ACK 8 Note: “N” “0” or “1” (X1, Y1) coordinate for knee 1 (X2, Y2) coordinate for knee 2 “M” (Gamma) “C” (Switch A, B Table) Functions ACK “0” (Normal) ACK Normal Scan Formal “1” (Binning) ACK Double Speed Binning One byte of data consists of two ASCII codes. For example, 0x3A is “3” (0x33).
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Page 36 Troubleshooting 5 Troubleshooting 5.1 Problems and Solutions Following are troubleshooting tips for common problems. In general, problems can easily be solved by following these instructions. If the following remedies fail to offer a solution to your problems, please contact a PULNiX representative. 5.1.1 Symptom: No Video Remedies: Check that the following are properly connected and operational.
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Page 37 Troubleshooting 5.2 Information and Support Resources For further information and support: Phone: (408) 747-0300 (800) 445-5444 (800) 3-PULNIX (24-hour message access) Fax: (408) 747-0660 E-mail: imaging@pulnix.com Mail: PULNiX America Inc. Sales Department 1330 Orleans Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94089 ATTN: Video Applications Web Site: www.pulnix.
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Page 38 Appendix 6 Appendix 6.1 Specifications TABLE 8. TM-1020 Series Camera Specifications Table Feature Imager Pixels TM-1020-15 TM-1020-15CL TM-1020A-15 1” (9.1mm x 9.2mm) progressive scan interline transfer CCD 1024 (H) x 1024 (V), 1008 x 1018 active Cell size Scanning Sync Data clock output Resolution S/N ratio Min. illumination Video output AGC Gamma Lens mount Power requirement Operating temp. Random vibration TM-1020-30 TM-1020-30CL 9.0µm x 9.
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Page 39 Appendix Feature Functional options I/O TM-1020-15 TM-1020-15CL TM-1020A-15 TM-1020-30 TM-1020-30CL Adjustable back-focus front end, pixel clock locking† 26CL-02-26 digital output cable (CL models) *. Refer to Section 2.2.2 on page 6 for information on camera heat dissipation. Image quality will degrade with increasing temperature. †. This option not available at time of publishing. Please check with PULNiX for current availability.
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Page 40 Appendix 6.1.1 TM-1020 Series Physical Dimensions FIGURE 17. Physical Dimensions TM-1020 series camera Rear Panel for Camera Link camera Rear Panel for standard camera UP SHUTTER MODE DOWN 44.0 [1.73] CAMERA LINK 44.0 [1.73] DIGITAL 1 2 3 POWER 9 8 10 11 4 7 12 5 6 POWER VIDEO VIDEO 7.0 [0.28] 34.0 [1.34] 15.3 [0.60] 25.4 [1.00] 44.0 [1.73] 44.0 [1.73] 63.6 [2.50] 76.3 [3.00] 22.0 [0.87] 1/4-20 11.0 [0.43] 2X M6 23.0 [0.91] 19.0 [0.75] 2X M3 X 6.0 [0.24] SOC HD CAP SCR 18.
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Imaging Products PULNiX America, Inc. 1330 Orleans Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94089 Tel: 408-747-0300 Tel: 800-445-5444 Fax: 408-747-0660 Email: imaging@pulnix.com www.pulnix.com 69-0076 Rev.
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AccuPiXEL Series Camera-Control Software Installation and Operation Manual 69-0109 Rev.
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i Notice Page Notice The material contained in this manual consists of information that is proprietary to PULNiX America, Inc., and may only be used by the purchasers of the product. PULNiX America, Inc. makes no warranty for the use of its product and assumes no responsibility for any errors which may appear or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. PULNiX America, Inc. reserves the right to make changes without notice.
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ii Table of Contents 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1.1 Software Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 Before Installing the AccuPiXEL Series Camera-Control Software . . . . . . . . . Installing the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the Camera Link API DLL (clserXXX.dll) . . . . . . . .
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August 6, 2002 AccuPiXEL Series Camera-Control Software PRELIMINARY Operation Manual TM-1020-15, TM-1020-25, TM-1020-30, and CL versions TM-1320-15, TM-1320-24, TM-1320-12, and CL versions TM-2016-8, TM-2016-15, and CL versions TM-6760 and TM-6760CL TM-2020-8, TM-2020-15, and CL versions 1 Introduction The AccuPiXEL series cameras are high resolution, progressive scan cameras with PULNiXproprietary LUT control and other excellent features.
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Page 2 Introduction 1. 2. 3. Insert the installation diskette into the floppy drive of your PC and run “Setup.exe.” The installer will direct you to install the application code. Follow the installer instructions. Note: You can change the installation directory if you want. 1.1.3 Installing the Camera Link API DLL (clserXXX.dll) To install the Camera Link control software with frame grabber software, please consult the frame grabber company or PULNiX. 1.1.
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Page 3 Graphical User Interface 2 Graphical User Interface 2.1 GUI Features The following is a list of camera functions that can be controlled by PC serial commands. The AccuPiXEL series Camera Link cameras use differential serial communication through the Camera Link connector on the rear panel of the camera. • Shutter Mode and Speed • Scan Mode (Normal, Binning) • Gain • LUT (Look-Up Table) • Double Knee Control • Write / Read settings into / from the EEPROM 2.
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Page 4 Graphical User Interface 2.3 Operating The Control Software 2.3.1 Exposure Control In Exposure Control, you can specify the shutter mode and scan mode. 2.3.1 (a) Shutter Mode In this list box you can select Manual or Asynchronous or Direct shutter or no shutter mode. 2.3.1 (b) Shutter Time The Shutter Time list box allows you to select the specific shutter speed. 2.3.1 (c) Scan Mode The AccuPiXEL series cameras have several selectable scan modes.
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Page 5 Graphical User Interface 2.3.3 Knee Control The Knee Control box allows you to set your own knee value to each LUT. For more detail regarding knee control, please refer to the appropriate hardware operation manual or datasheet. 2.3.3 (a) LUT (Look-Up Table) Selection The LUT Selection box allows you to select the linear, knee, or gamma 0.45 output. 2.3.3 (b) Knee Selection The Knee Selection box allows you to select the preset knee control LUT.
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Page 6 Graphical User Interface 2.3.5 “Erase EEPROM” Menu 2.3.5 (a) Load Setting From the EEPROM The EEPROM section consists of three memory locations that allow you to Load (open), Write (save) and Report the current configuration. “Page Memory” has seven pages available to write current configurations. Page “0” is the factory default configuration and cannot be edited without a password. Page memory “1” is power up default. This page will allow you to save your default configuration to load at power up.
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Page 7 AccuPiXEL Series Camera Serial Commands 3 AccuPiXEL Series Camera Serial Commands The AccuPiXEL series cameras can be controlled by serial command either via RS-232 or Camera Link. The Start character is always “:” and the End character is always (return). For example, to set Asynchronous Pulse Width Mode, send the command :SA9 to the camera. The following table contains serial commands that can be used to control the camera. TABLE 1.
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Page 8 AccuPiXEL Series Camera Serial Commands TABLE 1. 7 Serial Command List (Continued) First Character Second Character Third Character “T” (Table) “N” (kNee) X1 + Y1 + X2 + Y2 Response ACK Functions (X1, Y1) coordinate for knee 1 X1, Y1, X2, Y2: “00 - FF” (X2, Y2) coordinate for knee 2 “M” (Gamma) ACK “L” (Linear) ACK “C” (Switch A, B Table) 8 “N” ACK “0” (Normal) ACK Normal Scan Formal “3” (Binning) ACK Double Speed Binning Note: One byte of data consists of two ASCII codes.
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Page 9 AccuPiXEL Series Camera Serial Commands TABLE 2. TABLE 3.
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Imaging Products PULNiX America, Inc. 1330 Orleans Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94089 Tel: 408-747-0300 Tel: 800-445-5444 Fax: 408-747-0660 Email: imaging@pulnix.com w w w .p ulnix.c om Japan PULNiX America, Inc. 1-11-14 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku Tokyo 113-0033 Tel: 81-3-5805-2455 Fax: 81-3-5805-8082 www.pulnix.co.jp Australia PULNiX America, Inc. 16 / 35 Garden Road Clayton,VIC 3168 Tel: 61-(0)3-9546-0222 Fax: 61-(0)3-9562-4892 email: pulnix@ozemail.com.au United Kingdom PULNiX Europe, Ltd.