Allied Vision Technologies F-131C User manual

A
VT Marlin
Allied Vision Technologies GmbH
Taschenweg 2a
D-07646 Stadtroda / Germany
Technical Manual
For CCD models with serial numbers: xx/yy-6zzzzzzz
and all CMOS models

Before operation
We place the highest demands for quality on our cameras. This technical manual is the guide to
the installation and setting up of the camera for operation.
 This version 1.3 of the technical manual applies to Marlins, having serial numbers starting
with 6 after the – eg. Xx/yy-6zzzzzzz and all CMOS versions, regardless of S/N.
 For CCD Marlins with different serial numbers the previous version 1.2 of the technical
manual applies.
Please read through this manual carefully before operating the camera.
Legal notice
For customers in the U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. The shielded interface cable
recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the
limits for a computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
For customers in Canada
This apparatus complies with the Class A limits for radio noise emissions set out in the Radio
Interference Regulations.
Pour utilisateurs au Canada
Cet appareil est conforme aux normes classe A pour bruits radioélectriques, spécifiées dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique.
Life support applications
These products are not designed for use in life support appliances, devices, or systems where
malfunction of these products can reasonably be expected to result in personal injury. Allied
customers using or selling these products for use in such applications do so at their own risk and
agree to fully indemnify Allied for any damages resulting from such improper use or sale.
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Allied Vision Technologies GmbH 02/2005
All rights reserved.
Managing Director: Mr. Frank Grube
Tax-ID: DE 184383113
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Warranty
The information supplied by Allied Vision Technologies is supplied without any guarantees or
warranty whatsoever, be it specific or implicit. Also excluded are all implicit warranties
concerning the negotiability, the suitability for specific applications or the non-breaking of laws
and patents. Even if we assume that the information supplied to us is accurate, errors and
inaccuracy may still occur.
Document History
Version Date Remarks
0.9 18.12.2003 First Issue
0.91 09.01.2004 Typos corrected, minor changes,
spectral sens. of IR cut filter added
1.0 20.01.2004 Wording checked, Marlin W90/270
added
1.1 07.09.2004 F-131C added, added features to
make docu. compliant w. FW 2.05,
wording checked, impulse diagrams
corrected
1.2 08.10.2004 Manual compliant to FW 2.06
1.3 23.02.2005 For Marlins w. ser.# xx/yy-6zzzzzzz
1.31 12.04.2005 Color: FW 2005032 CMOS included
Support:
Taschenweg 2A
D-07646 Stadtroda, Germany
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
email:
[email protected]
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Contents
1Safety instructions ...................................................................................... 9
1.1 Environmental conditions....................................................................................... 10
2Marlin types and highlights........................................................................ 11
3System components................................................................................... 12
4Specifications ........................................................................................... 14
4.1 MF-033B .............................................................................................................. 14
4.2 MF-033C .............................................................................................................. 15
4.3 MF-046B .............................................................................................................. 16
4.4 MF-046C .............................................................................................................. 17
4.5 MF-080B (-30 fps*) ............................................................................................... 18
4.6 MF-080C (-30 fps*) ............................................................................................... 19
4.7 MF-145B2 ............................................................................................................ 20
4.8 MF-145C2............................................................................................................. 21
4.9 F-131B ................................................................................................................ 22
4.10 F-131C ............................................................................................................... 23
4.11 Spectral sensitivity............................................................................................... 24
5Quick start................................................................................................ 29
6Camera dimensions ................................................................................... 30
6.1 Marlin standard housing......................................................................................... 30
6.2 Marlin W90........................................................................................................... 31
6.3 Marlin W90 S90..................................................................................................... 32
6.4 Marlin W270......................................................................................................... 33
6.5 Marlin W270 S90................................................................................................... 34
6.6 Tripod adapter...................................................................................................... 35
7Camera interfaces ..................................................................................... 36
7.1 IEEE-1394 port pin assignment ............................................................................... 36
7.2 HiRose jack pin assignment .................................................................................... 37
7.3 Status LEDs .......................................................................................................... 38
7.4 Operating the camera: ........................................................................................... 39
7.5 Control and video data signals ................................................................................ 39
7.5.1 Inputs ...................................................................................................... 39
7.5.2 Outputs .................................................................................................... 44
7.6 Pixel data ............................................................................................................ 48
8Description of the data path ...................................................................... 50
8.1 Block diagrams of the cameras................................................................................ 50
8.1.1 Black and white cameras: ............................................................................ 51
8.1.2 Color cameras: ........................................................................................... 52
8.2 Sensor................................................................................................................. 53
8.2.1 IBIS5A multiple slope (High Dynamic Range mode) ........................................ 54
8.3 White balance ...................................................................................................... 57
8.3.1 One Push automatic white balance ............................................................... 59
8.3.2 Automatic white balance............................................................................. 60
8.4 Manual gain ......................................................................................................... 62
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8.5 Auto gain .............................................................................................................62
8.6 Setting the brightness (black level or offset) .............................................................65
8.7 Auto shutter .........................................................................................................65
8.8 Lookup table (LUT) and Gamma function...................................................................67
8.8.1 Loading a LUT into the camera .....................................................................68
8.9 Shading correction.................................................................................................70
8.9.1 Automatic generation of correction data........................................................70
8.9.2 Loading a shading image into the camera ......................................................75
8.9.3 Loading a shading image out of the camera ...................................................76
8.10 DSNU & blemish correction (MF-131B only) ..............................................................77
8.11 Horizontal mirror function .....................................................................................80
8.12 Binning (CCD b/w models) .....................................................................................81
8.12.1 Vertical binning ........................................................................................81
8.12.2 Horizontal binning ....................................................................................82
8.12.3 Full binning..............................................................................................82
8.13 Sub-sampling (CMOS) ............................................................................................83
8.14 Sharpness............................................................................................................84
8.15 Color interpolation and correction...........................................................................85
8.15.1 Color interpolation (BAYER demosaicing)......................................................85
8.15.2 Color correction ........................................................................................86
8.15.3 RGB YUV conversion ..............................................................................86
8.15.4 Hue and Saturation ...................................................................................86
8.16 Serial interface.....................................................................................................87
9Controlling image capture.......................................................................... 91
9.1 Trigger modi .........................................................................................................91
9.1.1 Trigger delay..............................................................................................94
9.2 Exposure time .......................................................................................................96
9.2.1 Extended shutter ........................................................................................96
9.3 One-Shot..............................................................................................................97
9.3.1 One-Shot command on the bus to start of exposure .........................................97
9.3.2 End of exposure to first packet on the bus .....................................................98
9.4 Multi-Shot ............................................................................................................98
9.5 ISO_Enable / Free-Run ...........................................................................................99
9.6 Asynchronous broadcast .........................................................................................99
9.7 Jitter at start of exposure ..................................................................................... 100
9.8 Frame memory and deferred image transport ........................................................... 101
9.8.1 HoldImg mode ......................................................................................... 102
9.8.2 FastCapture.............................................................................................. 103
9.9 Sequence mode ................................................................................................... 104
9.9.1 Changing the parameters within a sequence ................................................. 107
10 Video formats, modes and bandwidth ....................................................... 109
10.1 MF-033B/ MF-033C ............................................................................................. 109
10.2 MF-046B/ MF-046C ............................................................................................. 110
10.3 MF-080B/ MF-080C (-30 fps) ................................................................................ 111
10.4 MF-145B/ MF-145C ............................................................................................. 112
10.5 MF-131B/ MF-131C ............................................................................................. 113
10.6 Area of interest (AOI) ......................................................................................... 114
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10.7 Frame rates........................................................................................................116
10.7.1 MF-033 ..................................................................................................120
10.7.2 MF-046 ..................................................................................................121
10.7.3 MF-080 ..................................................................................................122
10.7.4 MF-080-30 fps.........................................................................................123
10.7.5 MF-145 ..................................................................................................124
10.7.6 MF-131 ..................................................................................................125
11 How does bandwidth affect the frame rate? .............................................. 126
11.1 Test images........................................................................................................127
12 Configuration of the camera..................................................................... 129
12.1 Camera_Status_Register.......................................................................................129
12.2 Configuration ROM ..............................................................................................131
12.3 Implemented registers.........................................................................................134
12.3.1 Camera initialize register ..........................................................................134
12.3.2 Inquiry register for video format................................................................134
12.3.3 Inquiry register for video mode .................................................................134
12.3.4 Inquiry register for video frame rate and base address ..................................136
12.3.5 Inquiry register for basic function..............................................................142
12.3.6 Inquiry register for feature presence ..........................................................142
12.3.7 Inquiry register for feature elements ..........................................................145
12.3.8 Inquiry register for absolute value CSR offset address ...................................148
12.3.9 Status and control register for feature ........................................................149
12.3.10 Feature control error status register..........................................................150
12.3.11 Video mode control and status registers for Format_7 .................................150
12.4 Advanced features...............................................................................................151
12.4.1 Version information inquiry.......................................................................153
12.4.2 Advanced feature inquiry..........................................................................154
12.4.3 MaxResolution ........................................................................................154
12.4.4 Timebase................................................................................................155
12.4.5 Extended shutter .....................................................................................156
12.4.6 Test images ............................................................................................157
12.4.7 Sequence control.....................................................................................158
12.4.8 Lookup tables (LUT).................................................................................159
12.4.9 Shading correction ..................................................................................160
12.4.10 Deferred image transport ........................................................................162
12.4.11 Frame information .................................................................................162
12.4.12 High dynamic range mode (MF-131B/C only) .............................................163
12.4.13 DSNU control.........................................................................................163
12.4.14 Input/output pin control ........................................................................165
12.4.15 Delayed Integration enable .....................................................................166
12.4.16 Auto shutter .........................................................................................167
12.4.17 Auto gain .............................................................................................168
12.4.18 Auto function AOI..................................................................................168
12.4.19 Color correction.....................................................................................169
12.4.20 Trigger delay.........................................................................................169
12.4.21 Mirror...................................................................................................169
12.4.22 GPDATA_BUFFER ....................................................................................170
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12.4.23 Soft Reset ............................................................................................ 170
13 Firmware update ..................................................................................... 171
14 Declarations of conformity....................................................................... 172
15 Index ..................................................................................................... 182
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Conventions used in this manual
To give this manual an easily understood layout and to emphasize important information, the
following typographical styles and symbols are used:
Styles
Style Function Example
Courier Programs, inputs,
etc.
“Input”
upper case Register REGISTER
italics Modes, fields
Mode
parentheses
and/or blue
Links (Link)
Symbols:
 This symbol highlights important instructions that should be followed to avoid
malfunctions.
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1 Safety instructions
 There are no switches or parts inside the camera that require adjustment. The guarantee
becomes void upon opening the camera casing.
 If the product is disassembled, reworked or repaired by other than a recommended service
person, AVT or its suppliers will take no responsibility for the subsequent performance or
quality of the camera.
 The camera does NOT generate dangerous voltages internally. However, because the IEEE-
1394a standard permits cable power distribution at voltages higher than 24 V, various
international safety standards apply. Reference documents applicable in the United States
include:
• Information Processing and Business Equipment, UL 478
• National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
• Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data-Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA
75
Reference documents applicable in Europe include materials to secure the European Union CE
marking as follows:
• Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (91/263/EEC)
• EMC Directive (89/339/EEC)
• CE Marking Directive (93/68/EEC)
• LOW Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) as amended by the CE Marking
Reference documents applicable in Japan include:
• Electronic Equipment Technology Criteria by the Ministry of Trading and Industry (Similar to
NFPA 70)
• Wired Electric Communication Detailed Law 17 by the Ministry of Posts and Telecom Law for
Electric Equipment
• Dentori law issued by the Ministry of Trading and Industry
• Fire law issued by the Ministry of Construction
 Make sure NOT to touch the shield of the camera cable connected to a computer and the
ground terminal of the lines at the same time.
 Use only DC-power supplies with insulated cases. These are identified by having only TWO
power connectors.
 Although IEEE-1394a is functionally plug and play, the physical ports may be damaged by
excessive ESD (electrostatic discharge), when connected under powered conditions. It is
good practice to bring the metal part, which is the shield of the IEEE-1394 cable, in contact
with the housing of the camera, before plugging it into the camera and on the other side in
contact with metal parts of the computer, before plugging it into the port of the computer.
This ensures that excessive charge can flow safely to ground.
 When you feel uncomfortable with the previous advice or when you do not know the
connectivity of an installation at all, we strongly recommend to power all systems down
before connecting or disconnecting a camera.
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1.1 Environmental conditions
Ambient temperature:
when camera in use: + 5° C ... + 45° C
when being stored : - 10° C ... + 60° C
Relative humidity: 20 % … 80 % no condensed water
Protection: IP 30
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Marlin types and highlights
2 Marlin types and highlights
With Marlin cameras, entry into the world of digital image processing is simpler and more cost-
effective than ever before.
With the new MARLIN, Allied Vision Technologies presents a whole series of attractive digital
camera entry-level models of the FireWire ™type.
These products offer an unequalled price-performance relationship and make the decision to
switch from using analogue to digital technology easier that ever before.
The AVT Marlin family consists of five very compact IEEE 1394 C-mount cameras, which are
equipped with highly sensitive high-quality sensors (CCD,CMOS). Each of these cameras is
available in black/white and color versions.
A large selection of different sensor sizes (1/2 ", 1/3 ", 2/3 ") and resolutions (VGA, SVGA, XGA,
SXGA) ensures the suitability of the cameras for all applications.
The MARLIN family consists of the following models:
MARLIN F-033B/C
1/2 " Sony Progressive Scan CCD imager; (VGA) 656 (h) x 494 (v); up to 74 fps at full resolution.
MARLIN F-046B/C
1/2 " Sony Progressive Scan CCD imager; (SVGA) 780 (h) x 582 (v); up to 53 fps.
MARLIN F-080B/C
1/3 " Sony Progressive Scan CCD imager; (XGA) 1032 (h) x 778 (v); up to 20 fps.
MARLIN F-080B/C 30 fps
1/3 " Sony Progressive Scan CCD imager; (XGA) 1032 (h) x 778 (v); up to 30 fps.
MARLIN F-131B/C
2/3 " Global Shutter CMOS imager; (SXGA) 1280 (h) x 1024 (v); up to 25 fps.
MARLIN F-145B2/C2
1/2 " Sony Progressive Scan CCD; (SXGA) 1392 (h) x 1040 (v); up to 10 fps (15 fps available on
request) at full resolution.
Operating in 8-bit and 10 Bit mode mode (CCD b/w only), the cameras ensure very high quality
images under almost all circumstances. The MARLIN is equipped with an asynchronous trigger
shutter as well as true partial scan, and integrates numerous useful and intelligent Smart
Features for image processing.
 All models are equipped with an optical filter to eliminate the influence of infra red light
hitting the sensor. Please be advised that, as a side effect, this filter reduces the sensitivity
in the visible spectrum.
 For certain applications it may thus be recommended to take out the filter by means of a
special tool which can be ordered from AVT under the following number: E9020001.
 Taking out the filter requires special care. Ask your dealer to help you if you are not
confident with the procedure.
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System components
3 System components
The following system components are included with each camera::
AVT Marlin 4.5m 1394 standard cable Jenofilt 217 IR cut filter (built in)
ptional:
Tripod Adapter 4.5m latching cable Driver and documentation
e following illustration shows the spectral sensitivity of the IR cut filter
O
Th
Figure 1: Spectral sensitivity of Jenofilt 217
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To demonstrate the properties of the camera, all examples in this manual are based on the
“FirePackage” OHCI API software and the “SmartView” application.
These utilities can be obtained from Allied Vision Technologies. A free version of “SmartView” is
available for download at www.alliedvisiontec.com.
The camera also works with all IIDC (formerly DCAM) compatible IEEE 1394 programs and image
processing libraries.
AVT offers different lenses from a variety of manufacturers. The following table lists selected
image formats depending on camera type, distance and the focal width of the lens.
Focal Width MF-
033/046/145
Distance = 0,5m Distance = 1m
4.8mm 0,5m x 0,67m 1,0m x 1,33m
8mm 0,3m x 0,4m 0,6m x 0,8m
12mm 0,195m x 0,26m 0,39m x 0,58m
16mm 0,145m x 0,19m 0,29m x 0,38m
25mm 9,1cm x 12,1cm 18,2cm x 24,2cm
35mm 6,4cm x 8,51cm 12,8cm x 17,02cm
50mm 4,4cm x 5,85cm 8,8cm x 11,7cm
Focal Width MF-080 Distance = 0,5m Distance = 1m
4.8mm 0,375m x 0,5m 0,75m x 1m
8mm 0,22m x 0,29m 0,44m x 0,58m
12mm 0,145m x 0,19m 0,29m x 0,38m
16mm 11cm x 14,7cm 22cm x 29,4cm
25mm 6,9cm x 9,2cm 13,8cm x 18,4cm
35mm 4,8cm x 6,4cm 9,6cm x 12,8cm
50mm 3,3cm x 4,4cm 6,6cm x 8,8cm
Focal Width MF-131 Distance = 0.5m Distance = 1m
4.8mm 0.7m x 0.93m 1.4m x 1.86m
8mm 0.4m x 0.53m 0.8m x 1.06m
12mm 0.27m x 0.36m 0.54m x 0.72m
16mm 0.2m x 0.27m 0.4m x 0.54m
25mm 12.5cm x 16.63cm 25cm x 33.25cm
35mm 8.8cm x 11.7cm 17.6cm x 23.4cm
50mm 6cm x 7.98cm 12cm x 15.96cm
Table 1: Focal Width vs. field of view
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Specifications
4 Specifications
4.1 MF-033B
Specification
Image device 1/2 " (diag. 8 mm) type progressive scan SONY IT CCD
Effective Picture Elements 656 (H) x 494 (V)
Lens Mount
C-mount: 17.526 mm (in air); ∅25.4 mm (32 T.P.I.)
Mechanical Flange Back to filter distance: 8.2 mm
Picture Sizes 640 x 480 pixels (Format_0)
656 x 494 pixels (Format_7 Mode_0)
328 x 494 pixels (Format_7 Mode_1)
656 x 246 pixels (Format_7 Mode_2)
328 x 246 pixels (Format_7 Mode_3)
Cell Size 9.9 µm x 9.9 µm
ADC 12 Bit
Data Path 8/10 Bit
Frame rates 3.75 Hz; 7.5 Hz; 15 Hz; 30 Hz; 60 Hz; up to 74 Hz in Format_7
Gain Control Manual: 0–24 dB (0.035 dB/step); Auto gain (select. AOI)
Shutter Speed 20 …67.108.864 µs (~67s); Auto shutter (select. AOI)
External Trigger Shutter Trigger_Mode_0, Trigger_Mode_1, Advanced feature:
Trigger_Mode_15 (bulk); image transfer by command; Trigger delay
Internal FIFO-Memory Up to 17 frames
# Look Up Tables One, user programmable (10 Bit -> 8 Bit); Gamma (0.45)
Smart Functions Real time shading correction image sequencing, two configurable
inputs two configurable outputs, image mirror (L-R↔R-L), binning,
serial port (IIDC v. 1.31)
Transfer Rate 100 Mb/s, 200 Mb/s, 400 Mb/s
Digital Interface IEEE 1394 IIDC v. 1.3
Power Requirements DC 8 V – 36 V via IEEE 1394cable or 12-pin HIROSE
Power Consumption Less than 3 Watts (@ 12 V d.c.)
Dimensions 58 mm x 44 mm x 29 mm (L x W x H); w/o tripod and lens
Mass <120 g (without lens)
Operating Temperature +5 – +45 ° Celsius
Storage Temperature -10 – +60 ° Celsius
Regulations EN 55022,EN61000,EN 55024,FCC Class A, DIN ISO 9022
Options Removable IR-cut-filter, host adapter card, locking IEEE-1394 cable,
API (FirePackage), TWAIN (WIA)- and WDM stream driver
Table 2: Specification MF-033B
The design and specifications for the products described above may change without notice.
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4.2 MF-033C
Specification
Image device 1/2 " (diag. 8 mm) type progressive scan SONY IT CCD
Effective Picture Elements 656 (H) x 494 (V)@Raw8 (492 @YUV)
Lens Mount C-mount: 17.526 mm (in air); ∅25.4 mm (32 T.P.I.)
Mechanical Flange Back to filter distance: 8.2 mm
Picture Sizes 640 x 480 pixels (Format_0)
656 x 492 pixels (Format_7 Mode_0)
656 x 494 pixels (Format_7 Mode_1)
Cell Size 9.9 µm x 9.9 µm
ADC 12 Bit
Color Modes Raw8, YUV4:2:2, YUV4:1:1
Data Path 8 Bit
Frame rates 3.75 Hz; 7.5 Hz; 15 Hz; 30 Hz; up to 74 Hz in Format_7 (RAW); 68
Hz (YUV 4:1:1); up to 51 Hz in YUV 4:2:2
Gain Control Manual: 0–16 dB (0.035 dB/step); Auto gain (select. AOI)
Color Control Hue (-40°… +40°) and saturation (0…200%)
White Balance Manual (U/V); One_Push; Auto (select. AOI)
Shutter Speed 20 …67.108.864 µs (~67s); Auto shutter (select. AOI)
External Trigger Shutter Trigger Mode_0, Trigger_Mode_1, Advanced feature:
Trigger_Mode_15 (bulk); image transfer by command; Trigger delay
Internal FIFO-Memory Up to 17 frames
# Look Up Tables One, user programmable (10 Bit -> 8 Bit); Gamma (0.45)
Smart Functions Real time shading correction image sequencing, two configurable
inputs two configurable outputs, image mirror (L-R↔R-L), serial
port (IIDC v. 1.31)
Transfer Rate 100 Mb/s, 200 Mb/s, 400 Mb/s
Digital Interface IEEE 1394 IIDC v. 1.3
Power Requirements DC 8 V – 36 V via IEEE 1394 cable or 12-pin HIROSE
Power Consumption Less than 3 Watts (@ 12 V d.c.)
Dimensions 58 mm x 44 mm x 29 mm (L x W x H); without tripod and lens
Mass <120 g (without lens)
Operating Temperature +5 – +45 ° Celsius
Storage Temperature -10 – +60 ° Celsius
Regulations EN 55022, EN 61000, EN 55024, FCC Class A, DIN ISO 9022
Options Host adapter card, locking IEEE-1394 cable, API (FirePackage),
TWAIN (WIA)- and WDM stream driver
Table 3: Specification MF-033C
The design and specifications for the products described above may change without notice.
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4.3 MF-046B
Specification
Image device 1/2 " (diag. 8 mm) type progressive scan SONY IT CCD
Effective Picture Elements 780 (H) x 582 (V)
Lens Mount C-mount: 17.526 mm (in air); ∅25.4 mm (32 T.P.I.)
Mechanical Flange Back to filter distance: 8.2 mm
Picture Sizes 640 x 480 pixels (Format_0);
780 x 582 (Format_7 Mode_0);
388 x 582 (Format_7 Mode_1);
780 x 290 (Format_7 Mode_2);
388 x 290 (Format_7 Mode_3)
Cell Size 8.3 µm x 8.3 µm
ADC 12 Bit
Data Path 8/10 Bit
Frame rates 3.75 Hz; 7.5 Hz; 15 Hz; 30 Hz; up to 53 Hz in Format_7
Gain Control Manual: 0–24 dB (0.035 dB/step); Auto gain (select. AOI)
Shutter Speed 20 …67.108.864 µs (~67s); Auto shutter (select. AOI)
External Trigger Shutter Trigger_Mode_0, Trigger_Mode_1, Advanced feature:
Trigger_Mode_15 (bulk); image transfer by command; Trigger delay
Internal FIFO-Memory Up to 13 frames
# Look Up Tables One, user programmable (10 Bit -> 8 Bit); Gamma (0.45)
Smart Functions Real time shading correction; image sequencing, two configurable
inputs, two configurable outputs, image mirror (L-R↔R-L), binning,
serial port (IIDC v. 1.31)
Transfer Rate 100 Mb/s, 200 Mb/s, 400 Mb/s
Digital Interface IEEE 1394 IIDC v. 1.3
Power Requirements DC 8 V – 36 V via IEEE 1394 cable or 12-pin HIROSE
Power Consumption Less than 3 Watts (@ 12 V d.c.)
Dimensions 58 mm x 44 mm x 29 mm (L x W x H); without tripod and lens
Mass <120 g (without lens)
Operating Temperature +5 – +45 ° Celsius
Storage Temperature -10 – +60 ° Celsius
Regulations EN 55022, EN 61000, EN 55024, FCC Class A, DIN ISO 9022
Options Removable IR-cut-filter, host adapter card, locking IEEE-1394 cable,
API (FirePackage), TWAIN (WIA)- and WDM stream driver
Table 4: Specification MF-046B
The design and specifications for the products described above may change without notice.
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4.4 MF-046C
Specification
Image device 1/2 " (diag. 8 mm) Type progressive scan SONY IT CCD
Effective Picture
Elements
780 (H) x 582 (V)@Raw8; 780 (H) x 580 (V)@YUV
Lens Mount C-mount: 17.526 mm (in air); ∅25.4 mm (32 T.P.I.)
Mechanical Flange Back to filter distance: 8.2 mm
Picture Sizes 640 x 480 pixels (Format_0);
780 x 580 (Format_7 Mode_0);
780 x 582 (Format_7 Mode_1);
Cell Size 8.3 µm x 8.3 µm
ADC 12 Bit
Color Modes Raw8, YUV4:2:2, YUV4:1:1
Data Path 8 Bit
Frame rates 3.75 Hz; 7.5 Hz; 15 Hz; 30 Hz; up to 53 Hz in Format_7 (Raw8) (36 Hz
YUV4:2:2; 49Hz YUV4:1:1)
Gain Control Manual: 0–16 dB (0.035 dB/step); Auto gain (select. AOI)
Color Control Hue (-40°… +40°) and saturation (0…200%)
White Balance Manual (U/V); One_Push; Auto (select. AOI)
Shutter Speed 20 …67.108.864 µs (~67s); Auto shutter (select. AOI)
External Trigger Shutter Trigger_Mode_0, Trigger_Mode_1, Advanced feature: Trigger_Mode_15
(bulk); image transfer by command; Trigger delay
Internal FIFO-Memory Up to 13 frames
# Look Up Tables One, user programmable (10 Bit -> 8 Bit); Gamma (0.45)
Smart Functions Real time shading correction; image sequencing, two configurable
inputs, two configurable outputs, image mirror (L-R↔R-L), serial port
(IIDC v. 1.31)
Transfer Rate 100 Mb/s, 200 Mb/s, 400 Mb/s
Digital Interface IEEE 1394 IIDC v. 1.3
Power Requirements DC 8 V – 36 V via IEEE 1394 cable or 12-pin HIROSE
Power Consumption Less than 3 Watts (@ 12 V d.c.)
Dimensions 58 mm x 44 mm x 29 mm (L x W x H); without tripod and lens
Mass <120 g (without lens)
Operating Temperature +5 – +45 ° Celsius
Storage Temperature -10 – +60 ° Celsius
Regulations EN 55022, EN61000, EN 55024, FCC Class A, DIN ISO 9022
Options Host adapter card, locking IEEE-1394 cable, API (FirePackage), TWAIN
(WIA)- and WDM stream driver
Table 5: Specification MF-046C
The design and specifications for the products described above may change without notice.
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4.5 MF-080B (-30 fps*)
Specification
Image device 1/3 " (diag. 6 mm) type progressive scan SONY IT CCD
Effective Picture Elements 1032 (H) x 778 (V)
Lens Mount C-mount: 17.526 mm (in air); ∅25.4 mm (32 T.P.I.)
Mechanical Flange Back to filter distance: 8.2 mm, CS-mount on
demand
Picture Sizes 1024 x 768 pixels (Format_1) supporting all smaller fixed formats;
1032 x 778 (Format_7 Mode_0)
516 x 778 (Format_7 Mode_1);
1032 x 388 (Format_7 Mode_2);
516 x 388 (Format_7 Mode_3)
Cell Size 4.65 µm x 4.65 µm
ADC 12 Bit
Data Path 8/10 Bit
Frame rates 3.75 Hz; 7.5 Hz; 15 Hz; 30 Hz*; up to 20 (30*) Hz in Format_7
Gain Control Manual: 0–24 dB (0.035 dB/step); Auto gain (select. AOI)
Shutter Speed 20 …67.108.864 µs (~67s); Auto shutter (select. AOI)
External Trigger Shutter Trigger_Mode_0, Trigger_Mode_1, Advanced feature:
Trigger_Mode_15 (bulk); image transfer by command; Trigger delay
Internal FIFO-Memory Up to 7 frames
# Look Up Tables One, user programmable (10 Bit -> 8 Bit); Gamma (0.45)
Smart Functions Real time shading correction; image sequencing, two configurable
inputs, two configurable outputs, image mirror (L-R↔R-L), binning,
serial port (IIDC v. 1.31)
Transfer Rate 100 Mb/s, 200 Mb/s, 400 Mb/s
Digital Interface IEEE 1394 IIDC v. 1.3
Power Requirements DC 8 V – 36 V via IEEE 1394 cable or 12-pin HIROSE
Power Consumption Less than 3 Watts (@ 12 V d.c.)
Dimensions 58 mm x 44 mm x 29 mm (L x W x H); without tripod and lens
Mass <120 g (without lens)
Operating Temperature +5 – +45 ° Celsius
Storage Temperature -10 – +60 ° Celsius
Regulations EN 55022, EN 61000,EN 55024,FCC Class A, DIN ISO 9022
Options Removable IR-cut-filter, host adapter card, locking IEEE-1394 cable,
API (FirePackage), TWAIN (WIA)- and WDM stream driver
Table 6: Specification MF-080B
The design and specifications for the products described above may change without notice.
*: Variant: F-080-30 fps only.
This variant offers higher speed at a slight expense in image quality.
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4.6 MF-080C (-30 fps*)
Specification
Image device 1/3 " (diag. 6 mm) type progressive scan SONY IT CCD
Effective Picture Elements 1032 (H) x 778 (V)@Raw8; 1032 (H) x 776 (V)@YUV
Lens Mount C-mount: 17.526 mm (in air); ∅25.4 mm (32 T.P.I.)
Mechanical Flange Back to filter distance: 8.2 mm, CS-mount on
demand
Picture Sizes 1024 x 768 pixels (Format_1 ) supporting all smaller fixed formats;
1032 x 776 (Format_7 Mode_0);
1032 x 778 (Format_7 Mode_1);
Cell Size 4.65 µm x 4.65 µm
ADC 12 Bit
Color Modes Raw8,YUV4:2:2,YUV4:1:1
Data Path 8 Bit
Frame rates 3.75 Hz; 7.5 Hz; 15 Hz; 30 Hz*; up to 20 (30*) Hz in Format_7 Raw8
(20 Hz at YUV4:1:1 /20 Hz YUV4:2:2)
Gain Control Manual: 0–16 dB (0.035 dB/step); Auto gain (select. AOI)
Color Control Hue (-40°… +40°) and saturation (0…200%)
White Balance Manual (U/V); One_Push; Auto (select. AOI)
Shutter Speed 20 …67.108.864 µs (~67s); Auto shutter (select. AOI)
External Trigger Shutter Trigger_Mode_0, Trigger_Mode_1, Advanced feature:
Trigger_Mode_15 (bulk); image transfer by command; Trigger delay
Internal FIFO-Memory Up to 7 frames
# Look Up Tables One, user programmable (10 Bit -> 8 Bit); Gamma (0.45)
Smart Functions Real time shading correction; image sequencing, two configurable
inputs, two configurable outputs, image mirror (L-R↔R-L), serial
port (IIDC v. 1.31)
Transfer Rate 100 Mb/s, 200 Mb/s, 400 Mb/s
Digital Interface IEEE 1394 IIDC v. 1.3
Power Requirements DC 8 V – 36 V via IEEE 1394 cable or 12-pin HIROSE
Power Consumption Less than 3 Watts (@ 12 V d.c.)
Dimensions 58 mm x 44 mm x 29 mm (L x W x H); without tripod and lens
Mass <120 g (without lens)
Operating Temperature +5 – +45 ° Celsius
Storage Temperature -10 – +60 ° Celsius
Regulations EN 55022, EN 61000, EN 55024, FCC Class A, DIN ISO 9022
Options Host adapter card, locking IEEE-1394 cable, API (FirePackage),
TWAIN (WIA)- and WDM stream driver
Table 7: Specification MF-080C
The design and specifications for the products described above may change without notice.
*: Variant: F-080C-30 fps (RAW-mode) only.
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4.7 MF-145B2
Specification
Image device 1/2 " (diag. 8 mm) type progressive scan SONY IT CCD
Effective Picture Elements 1392 (H) x 1040 (V)
Lens Mount C-mount: 17.526 mm (in air); ∅25.4 mm (32 T.P.I.)
Mechanical Flange Back to filter distance: 8.2 mm
Picture Sizes Up to 1280 x 960 pixels (Format_2), supporting all smaller fixed
formats; 1392 x 1040 pixels (Format_7 Mode_0);
696 x 1040 (Format_7 Mode_1);
1392 x 520 (Format_7 Mode_2);
696 x 520 (Format_7 Mode_3)
Cell Size 4.65 µm x 4.65 µm
ADC 12 Bit
Data Path 8/10 Bit
Frame rates 3.75 Hz; 7.5 Hz; 15 Hz*; up to 10 Hz (15 Hz)* in Format_7
Gain Control Manual: 0–24 dB (0.035 dB/step); Auto gain (select. AOI)
Shutter Speed 20 …67.108.864 µs (~67s); Auto shutter (select. AOI)
External Trigger Shutter Trigger_Mode_0, Trigger_Mode_1, Advanced feature:
Trigger_Mode_15 (bulk); image transfer by command; Trigger delay
Internal FIFO-Memory Up to 3 frames
# Look Up Tables One, user programmable (10 Bit -> 8 Bit); Gamma (0.45)
Smart Functions Real time shading correction; image sequencing, two configurable
inputs, two configurable outputs, image mirror (L-R↔R-L), binning,
serial port (IIDC v. 1.31)
Transfer Rate 100 Mb/s, 200 Mb/s, 400 Mb/s
Digital Interface IEEE 1394 IIDC v. 1.3
Power Requirements DC 8 V – 36 V via IEEE 1394 cable or 12-pin HIROSE
Power Consumption Less than 3 Watts (@ 12 V d.c.)
Dimensions 58 mm x 44 mm x 29 mm (L x W x H); without tripod and lens
Mass <120 g (without lens)
Operating Temperature +5 – +45 ° Celsius
Storage Temperature -10 – +60 ° Celsius
Regulations EN 55022, EN 61000, EN 55024, FCC Class A, DIN ISO 9022
Options Removable IR-cut-filter, host adapter card, locking IEEE-1394 cable,
API (FirePackage), TWAIN (WIA)- and WDM stream driver
Table 8: Specification MF145B2
The design and specifications for the products described above may change without notice.
*: Variant: F-145B2-15 only.
This variant offers higher speed at a slight expense in image quality.
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