Allied GE4000 User manual

Allied Vision Technologies Canada Inc.
101-3750 North Fraser Way
Burnaby, BC
V5J 5E9 / Canada
GE4000 / GE4000C
Technical Manual
700030A
Updated September 15, 2010

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents .......................................................................................................... ii
Introduction ............................................................................................................ 5
Precautions.............................................................................................................. 5
Warranty ................................................................................................................. 5
Specifications .......................................................................................................... 6
Supported Features ................................................................................................... 7
Mechanical .............................................................................................................. 8
Connections............................................................................................................. 9
Cleaning the Sensor..................................................................................................14
Adjusting the F-mount ..............................................................................................15
Camera Installation..................................................................................................17
System Optimization.................................................................................................22
Trouble Shooting .....................................................................................................24
Addendum..................................................................................................................27
GE IO Schematic.......................................................................................................28
Hirose 12-pin Trigger Schematic .................................................................................29
Mini-SMB Trigger Schematic.......................................................................................30
Trigger Timing Diagram .............................................................................................31
Notes on Triggering ..................................................................................................32

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Legal notice
For customers in the U.S.A.
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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. However there is no guarantee
that interferences will not occur in a particular installation. Operation of this equipment in a residential environment is likely to
cause harmful interference.
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
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Introduction
The GE4000 series of cameras are sensitive, 5 frames per second, 11 megapixel, Gigabit Ethernet
cameras based on the Kodak KAI-11002 CCD sensor.
Precautions
READ INSTALLATION GUIDE CAREFULLY.
This document contains specific information which is necessary for the correct operation and
treatment of this product.
DO NOT OPEN THE CAMERA. WARRANTY IS VOID IF CAMERA IS OPENED.
This camera contains sensitive components which can be damaged if handled incorrectly.
KEEP SHIPPING MATERIAL.
Poor packaging of this product can cause damage during shipping.
VERIFY ALL EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS.
Verify all external connections in terms of voltage levels, power requirements, voltage polarity,
and signal integrity prior to powering this device.
CLEANING.
This product can be damaged by some volatile cleaning agents. Avoid cleaning the image sensor
unless absolutely necessary. Please see instructions on sensor cleaning in this document.
DO NOT EXCEED ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS.
See environmental specifications limits in the Specifications section of this document.
Warranty
AVT provides a 2 year warranty which covers the replacement and repair of all AVT parts which are
found to be defective in the normal use of this product. AVT will not warranty parts which have
been damaged through the obvious misuse of this product.

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Specifications
Sensor Type Kodak KAI-11002
Sensor Shutter Type Progressive Interline
Image Resolution 4008 x 2672 pixels
Pixel Size 9.0μm x 9.0μm
Optical Forma
t
35mm optical format (43.3mm physical diagonal )
Lens Moun
t
Nikon Bayonet (
F
-moun
t
) -adjustable
Color Sensor Filter Pattern†Bayer
Full Resolution Frame Rate 5.08 fps
Frame Rate (1024 x 1024 ROI) 9.06 fps
I/O 1 isolated TTL compatible input, 3 isolated TTL compatible
outputs. 1 RS-232 input/output.
Power Requirements Less than 6.0W††. 12V nominal.
Digitization 12 Bits
Trigger latency* 4.2μs
Trigger Jitter* ±10ns
Tpd* 90ns
Operating Temperature 0 to 50 Celsius***
Operating Humidity 20 to 80% non-condensing
Size 66mm (height) x 66mm (width) x 111mm (length)
Weigh
t
391g (402g for GE4000C)
Hardware Interface Standard IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX
Software Interface Standard GigE Vision Standard 1.0
Regulator
y
Conforms to CE, FCC
† Applies to GE4000C only.
†† Power consumption will increase with reduced ROI imaging and vertical binning.
* See Notes on Triggering in the Addendum.
***DUE TO THE SMALL PACKAGING AND HIGH SPEED OF THE GE CAMERAS, SPECIAL CARE IS REQUIRED
T
O
MAINTAIN A REASONABLE OPERATING TEMPERATURE. IF THE CAMERA IS TO BE OPERATED IN A WARM
ENVIRONMENT, IT IS SUGGESTED THAT THE CAMERA BE MOUNTED ON A HEAT SINK SUCH AS A METAL BRACKET
AND THAT THERE IS SUFFICIENT AIR FLOW.

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Supported Features
Imaging Modes free-running, external trigger, fixed rate, software trigger
Fixed Rate Control 0.001 fps to maximum frame rate
External Trigger Delay 0 to 60 seconds in 1 microsecond increments
External Trigger Even
t
rising edge, falling edge, any edge, level high, level low
Exposure Time 140 microseconds to 60 seconds in 1 microsecond increments
Gain 0 to 25dB
Region of Interest (ROI) independent x and y control with 1 pixel resolution***
Horizontal Binning 1 to 8 pixels
Ver
t
ical Binning 1 to full resolution of sensor***
Pixel Formats Mono8*, Mono16*, Bayer8, Bayer16
Sync Out Modes trigger ready, trigger input, exposing, readout, imaging,
strobe, GPO
*On monochrome versions only.
***VERTICAL BINNING AND VERTICAL ROI CAN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASE THE POWER CONSUMPTION OF THE
CAMERA AND SHOULD ONLY BE USED INTERMITTENTLY AND WITH CAREFUL ATTENTION TO THE OPERATING
TEMPERATURE OF THE CAMERA.

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Mechanical
Figure 1. GE SERIES mechanical dimensions.

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Connections
56
1
7
4
3
2
Figure 2. GE SERIES connection diagram.

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Item 1: GIGABIT ETHERNET PORT
This port conforms to the IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T standard for Gigabit Ethernet over copper. It is
recommended that CAT5E or CAT6 compatible cabling and connectors be used for best
performance. Cable lengths up to 100m are supported.
Item 2: General Purpose I/O PORT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
89
10
11
12
PIN FUNCTION
1Trigger Inpu
t
2Sync Out 2
3Sync Out 3
4RS-232 RXD
5RS-232 TXD
6DNC
7DNC
8DNC
9DNC
10 Isolated Ground
11 Isolated Ground
Figure 3. General Purpose I/O Pin out. Camera rear view. 12 Isolated Ground
The General Purpose I/O port uses a Hirose HR10A-10R-12SB connector on the camera side. The
mating cable connector is Hirose HR10A-10P-12P. This connector can be purchased from AVT or
from http://www.digikey.com.
See Addendum for more detail.
DO NOT EXCEED 5.5V ON SIGNAL INPUTS.
All inputs and outputs are galvanically isolated from the internal camera circuitry.
TRIGGER INPUT
This input signal allows the camera to be synchronized to some external event. The camera can be
programmed to trigger on the rising or falling edge of this signal. The camera can also be
programmed to capture an image at some programmable delay time after the trigger event.

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Sync Out 2 and Sync Out 3
These signals only function as outputs and can be configured as follows:
Exposing Corresponds to when camera is
integrating light.
Trigger Ready Indicates when the camera will accept a
trigger signal.
Trigger Inpu
t
A relay of the trigger input signal used to
“daisy chain” the trigger signal for
multiple cameras.
Readou
t
Valid when camera is reading out data.
Strobe Programmable pulse based on one of the
above events.
Imaging Valid when camera is exposing or
reading out.
GPO User programmable binary output.
Any of the above signals can be set for active high or active low.
RS-232 RXD and RS-232 TXD
These signals are RS-232 compatible. These signals allow communication from the host system via
the Ethernet port to a peripheral device connected to the camera.
ISOLATED GROUND
These signals are internally connected to isolated ground. At least one of these signals must be
connected to the users external circuit ground. However, it is good practice to provide a dedicated
ground return for each signal used. For example, a good cable design would connect the required
signal on one conductor of a twisted pair and the isolated ground on the second conductor of the
same twisted pair.
DNC
These signals are reserved for future use and should be left disconnected.
Item 3: Mini-SMB Trigger Input
The Mini-SMB port on the camera uses an Amphenol 903-406J-51R connector. A suitable mating
cable connector is Amp 413985-3 which can be used with RG174 coaxial cable. Contact AVT to
purchase cabling.
The Mini-SMB Trigger Input is internally connected to the Trigger Input (Pin 1) of the General
Purpose I/O Port (Item 2 above). Therefore see this section for more detail.

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Item 4: Mini-SMB Sync Out 1
This Mini-SMB port on the camera uses an Amphenol 903-406J-51R connector. A suitable mating
cable connector is Amp 413985-3 which can be used with RG174 coaxial cable. Contact AVT to
purchase cabling.
This connector is particularly useful for triggering multiple cameras in a “daisy chain” fashion.
The Sync Out 1 signal can be configured as follows:
Exposing Corresponds to when camera is
integrating light.
Trigger Ready Indicates when the camera will accept a
trigger signal.
Trigger Inpu
t
A relay of the trigger input signal used to
“daisy chain” the trigger signal for
multiple cameras.
Readou
t
Valid when camera is reading out data.
Strobe Programmable pulse based on one of the
above events.
Imaging Valid when camera is exposing or
reading out.
GPO User programmable binary output.
Any of the above signals can be set for active high or active low.
Item 5: Status LED 1
LED COLOR STATUS
Solid Green Ethernet link established.
Flashing Green Ethernet activity.
Item 6: Status LED 2
LED COLOR STATUS
Solid Green Normal operation.
Solid Orange Firmware missing.
Flashing Orange Camera faul
t
.

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Item 7: AUXILIARY POWER PORT
This port is required to provide power to the camera.
This port provides threaded captivation of the power cable if required. The captivated cable
mating connector is the Switchcraft 760K. This connector can be purchased from AVT or from
http://www.digikey.com.
Cameras designated as “A”, with serial number 02-2xxxA-xxxxx can accept an input voltage range
of 5V to 17V DC.
Cameras designated as “C”, with serial numbers 02-2xxxC-xxxxx and later versions can accept an
input voltage range of 5V to 24V DC.
However the suggested nominal voltage is 12V and cameras are tested at 12V.
Cameras will normally include a power supply. However compatible power supplies can also be
ordered separately from AVT (AVT P/N 02-8000A for North America or AVT P/N 02-8001A for a
Universal supply). The inner conductor is positive power and the external conductor is ground.
THE CAMERA POWER SUPPLY OPERATES MOST EFFICIENTLY AT 12V.

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Cleaning the Sensor
DO NOT CONTACT CLEAN SENSOR UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY.
Identifying Debris
Debris on the image sensor or optical components will appear as a darkened area or smudge on the
image that does not move as the camera is moved. Do not confuse this with a pixel defect which
will appear as a distinct point.
Locating Debris
Before attempting to clean the image sensor, it is important to first determine that the problem is
due to debris on the sensor window. To do this you should be viewing a uniform image, such as a
piece of paper, with the camera. Debris will appear as a dark spot or dark region that does not
move as the camera is moved. To determine that the debris is not on the camera lens, rotate the
lens independent of the camera. If the spot moves as the lens moves, then the object is on the
lens -not on the image sensor- and therefore cleaning is not required. If the camera has an IR
filter, then rotate the IR filter. If the object moves then the particle is on the IR filter not the
sensor. If this is the case remove the IR filter carefully using a 2.5mm hex wrench. Clean both
sides of the IR filter using the same techniques as explained below for the sensor window.
DO NOT TOUCH ANY OPTICS WITH FINGERS. OIL FROM FINGERS CAN DAMAGE FRAGILE
OPTICAL COATINGS.
Cleaning with Air
If it is determined that debris is on the sensor window, then remove the camera lens, and blow the
sensor window directly with clean compressed air. If canned air is used, do not shake or tilt the
can prior to blowing the sensor. View a live image with the camera after blowing. If the debris is
still there, repeat this process. Repeat the process a number of times with increased intensity until
it is determined that the particulate cannot be dislodged. If this is the case then proceed to the
contact cleaning technique.
Contact Cleaning
Only use this method as a last resort. Use 99% laboratory quality isopropyl alcohol and clean
cotton swabs. Dampen the swab in the alcohol and gently wipe the sensor in a single stroke. Do
not reuse the same swab. Do not wipe the sensor if the sensor and swab are both dry. You must
wipe the sensor quickly after immersion in the alcohol, or glue from the swab will contaminate the
sensor window. Repeat this process until the debris is gone. If this process fails to remove the
debris, then contact AVT.

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Adjusting the F-mount
SETSCREW
3 PLCS TYP
F MOUNT
FRONT ASSEMBLY
Figure 4. Camera Front View.
THE F-MOUNT IS ADJUSTED AT THE FACTORY AND SHOULD NOT REQUIRE ADJUSTING.
If for some reason, the F-mount requires adjustment, use the following method.
Attach F-mount compatible lens
Use an F-mount compatible lens that allows an infinity focus. Attach the lens to the camera using
a counter-clockwise rotation of about a quarter turn. The lens should snap into place and the lens
flange and camera flange should mate over the full circumference.

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Loosen F-MOUNT FRONT ASSEMBLY
Use a 1.5mm hex wrench to loosen the 3 set screws which hold the F-mount front assembly to the
camera body.
Image to Infinity
Set the lens to infinity and image a distant object. The distance required will depend on the lens
used but typically 30 to 50 feet should suffice. Gently move the F-mount front assembly until the
image is in focus. Carefully tighten the 3 set screws. Recheck the focus.

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Camera Installation
Computer Interface
The Prosilica GE Series cameras will work with any Gigabit Ethernet network card; however AVT
strongly recommends using Gigabit Ethernet components that support Jumbo Frames. A Jumbo
Frame is loosely defined as a frame size greater than 1500 bytes however typical Jumbo Frames are
around 9000 bytes. Frame size is the number of bytes per packet and the larger the frame size, the
less the computer CPU will be loaded due to the processing of incoming packets.
There are many Gigabit Ethernet cards available which will support Jumbo Frames. The following
examples have been verified to work well with the Prosilica GE cameras:
•Intel PRO/1000
•D-Link DGE-550T
•SMC EZ Card 1000
Gigabit Ethernet cards supporting this feature can also be purchased with the camera (AVT P/N 02-
3002A).

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Gigabit Ethernet Setup for Windows
oInstall network card in computer.
oBoot the PC and cancel the “Found new Hardware Wizard” window that may appear when
Windows detects the new card.
oInstall the driver that came with the network card.
oOnce the driver is installed, open the Network Connections Dialog as follows: From the
Windows desktop select start, then select Control Panel, then double click on the Network
Connections icon. Double click the relevant network card listed or right-click the relevant
network card and select Properties. This will open the properties window for your network
card. See Figure 5.
Figure 5. Network card main properties window.
oSelect the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) check box and then select Properties. See Figure 6.
Network card TCP/IP address.. Select the Use the following IP address and enter an IP address
of 169. 254. x. y, where xand ycan be any number. Press the TAB key after entering the IP
address and the subnet mask will automatically be entered. The subnet mask is 255. 255. 0. 0.
Click OK to save changes. Note that if Windows reports a conflict with the above IP address,
simply repeat the above steps and change the last digit of the IP address to a different value.

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Figure 6. Network card TCP/IP address.
Figure 7. Turn off Firewall.
oReturn to the Gige Local Properties window as in Figure 5. Select the Advanced tab as in Figure
7 and disable the Firewall for this device. Click OK to save changes.

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Gigabit Ethernet Cabling
All Gigabit Ethernet cabling and connectors should be CAT5E or CAT6 compatible. Cable lengths
must not exceed 100 meters.
Power Connection
The camera requires a 12V DC power supply that can source a minimum of 600 mA of current. See
the Connections section of this document for more information.
Other Cabling
The camera can be triggered either through the 12 pin general purpose connector or the mini-SMB
input. The compatible cable connectors are specified in the Connections section of this document
or contact AVT to purchase compatible cabling. AVT provides SMB-to-SMB or SMB-to-BNC cabling
of varying lengths.