CIS DCC-4KZM Quick start guide

Rev. 905-0202-00
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3G-SDI × 4ch
4K UHDTV CMOS
AF ZOOM Color Camera Module
DCC-4KZM
Product Specification
& Operational Manual
CIS Corporation

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Table of Contents
1. Handling Precautions.............................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1. Camera Handling Precautions....................................................................................................................... 1
1.2. Restrictions on Applications.......................................................................................................................... 1
1.3. Disclaimers (Exception Clause) ..................................................................................................................... 1
2. Product Outline ...................................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1. Features...................................................................................................................................................... 2
2.2. Accessories ................................................................................................................................................. 2
3. Specifications......................................................................................................................................................... 3
3.1. General Specifications.................................................................................................................................. 3
3.2. External Connectors..................................................................................................................................... 5
3.2.1 Control Connector 1................................................................................................................................ 5
3.2.2 Control Connector 2................................................................................................................................ 6
3.2.3 Control Connector 3................................................................................................................................ 6
3.2.4 Video Output Connector.......................................................................................................................... 6
3.2.5 mini USB Connector................................................................................................................................ 7
4. Camera Functions .................................................................................................................................................. 8
4.1. GenLock...................................................................................................................................................... 8
4.2. LTC (Longitudinal Time Code) ...................................................................................................................... 8
4.3. Defective Pixel Correction............................................................................................................................. 9
4.3.1 Defective Pixel Data Type........................................................................................................................ 9
4.3.2 Details on Defective Pixel Data ................................................................................................................ 9
4.3.3 Notes for Defective Pixel Correction....................................................................................................... 10
5. Serial Communication........................................................................................................................................... 11
5.1. Serial Communication Settings ................................................................................................................... 11
5.1.1 Changing Speed of Serial Communication .............................................................................................. 12
5.2. Command List ........................................................................................................................................... 13
5.3. Quick Reference Table for Gain Settings ...................................................................................................... 25
5.4. Quick Reference Table for Shutter Settings.................................................................................................. 26
5.5. Quick Reference Table for Iris Settings........................................................................................................ 27
6. Dimensions.......................................................................................................................................................... 28
6.1. Camera Dimensions ................................................................................................................................... 28
7. Case for Indemnity (Limited Warranty) .................................................................................................................. 29
7.1. Product Warranty....................................................................................................................................... 29
7.2. CMOS Defective Pixels ............................................................................................................................... 29
8. Product Support................................................................................................................................................... 29

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1. Handling Precautions
1.1. Camera Handling Precautions
□Please make sure to take appropriate measures for heat dissipation. Operating camera module without taking
appropriate heat dissipation may cause damages or malfunction.
□Do not use or store camera module in dusty or humid places.
□Please make sure to use fully dust-proof chassis/casing to avoid dust reaching the surface of the image sensor.
Assemble camera module to your products under clean environment such as clean room.
□Do not apply excessive force, vibration, or static electricity that could damage camera module. Please handle
camera module with care.
□Do not shoot direct images that are extremely bright (e.g., strong light source, sun, etc.). When extremely
strong light source is shot, smear or blooming may occur. Put the lens cap on when camera is not in use.
□When strong light irradiates the lens-barrel of camera module, a leak of light could reach the surface of the
image sensor and its projection could have bad influence on the output images. Please make sure that the
camera module is shielded and there is no leak of light irradiating.
□Follow the instructions in Chapter 3.2., “External Connector” for connecting camera module.
Improper connection may cause damages not only to the camera module but also to the connected devices.
□Confirm mutual ground potential carefully before connecting camera module to monitors or computers.
Any AC leak from the connected devices may cause damages or destroy the camera module.
□Do not apply excessive voltage. (Use only the specified voltage.) Unstable or improper power supply voltage
may cause damages or malfunction of the camera module.
□Carefully refer to Section 6.1. Camera Dimensions and use appropriate screws to mount or fix the camera
module to your products.
□Our warranty does not apply to damages or defects caused by irregular and/or abnormal use of the product.
Our warranty does not apply to damages or defects caused by neglecting the instructions and precautions explained
in this manual.
1.2. Restrictions on Applications
□The camera module must not be used for any nuclear equipment or aerospace equipment with which
mechanical failure or malfunction could result in serious bodily injury or loss of human life.
□The camera module must not be used under conditions or environments other than those specified in this
manual.
1.3. Disclaimers (Exception Clause)
CIS should not be liable for any damages or losses if;
・damages or losses are caused by earthquake, lightning strike, fire, flood, or other acts of God.
・damages or losses are caused by deliberate or accidental misuse by user, or failure to observe information and
instructions explained in this manual.
・damages or losses are caused by repair or modification conducted by user or any unauthorized party.
・deterioration of image quality is caused by dust adhered to image sensor area after shipment.
・deterioration of image quality is caused by scratches on image sensor and optical parts damaged by user.

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2. Product Outline
DCC-4KZM is a 4K UHDTV color camera module with x18 auto focus zoom lens. Using a 1/1.8”rolling shutter CMOS
image sensor, the maximum frame rate achieves 60fps. 3G-SDI x 4 interface and features CIS proprietary ISP,
“ClairvuTM” image processing engine for superb imaging quality and high speed processing. Complies with BT.2020
(Wide color gamut) and BT2100 (Hybrid Log-Gamma). Suitable for broadcasting applications, VR/AR systems,
medical imaging systems, and other life science systems.
2.1. Features
□Features CIS proprietary ISP, state-of-the-art “ClairvuTM” for superb imaging quality.
□x18 auto focus zoom lens.
□Noise reduction function (2DNR and 3DNR)
□GenLock function (3-values analog signals or Black burst).
□Supports RS-232C control and RS-422 control.
□Dimensions: 65mm (H) ×66mm (W) ×98mm (D) without projection.
2.2. Accessories
□Standard accessory
Lens cap
□Software
※CIS control software is available for evaluation purpose only.
CIS should be held harmless for any damage arising from the use of this control software.
The purpose of this control software is restricted to evaluation and testing of this product only, and is not
intended for commercial use by customer.
CIS will not customize the program nor provide the source code.

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3. Specifications
3.1. General Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Image sensor
Sensor type
1/1.8”rolling shutter type color CMOS sensor
Unit cell Size
2.0μm(H) ×2.0μm(V)
Resolution
UHDTV (4ch output)
3840 (H) ×2160 (V)
1080p (1ch output)
1920 (H) × 1080 (V)
Aspect ratio
16 : 9
Video output format
3840 x2160p YUV422
@60, 59.94, 50 fps (Level A)
3G-SDI ×4
- 2SI / Square Division
3840 x2160p YUV422
@60, 59.94, 50 fps (Level B)
3G-SDI ×4
-Square Division
3840 x2160p YUV444
@30, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.98 fps (Level A)
3G-SDI ×4
-2SI
1920 x 1080p YUV422
@60, 59.94, 50 fps (Level A / B)
3G-SDI ×1
1920 x 1080 i YUV422
@60, 59.94, 50 fps
HD-SDI ×1
Sync system
Internal sync. / External sync.
Video output standard
HD-SDI and 3G-SDI : Y/Pb/Pr(10bit)
HIROSE H.FL75 connector Characteristic impedance 75Ω
Sensitivity
F4.0 (2000 lx)
Minimum illumination
0.7 lx
(Conditions: AGC+48dB, iris fully open, electric shutter OFF)
Gain variable range
AGC : 0dB～+48 dB ※Noise may increase with high gain setting.
MANUAL : 0dB～+ 48 dB
Shutter speed variable range
AUTO : 1/13600s～1/23.98s
Minimum shutter speed varies depending on frame rate setting.
MANUAL : 1/13600s～1/23.98s
Minimum shutter speed varies depending on frame rate setting.
White balance adjustment
AUTO: Standard, Outdoor, Fluorescent
MANUAL: Red Gain, Blue Gain, One Push
PRESET: Custom (Color temperature settings),
Tungsten(3200K), Daylight(5500K), Cloudy(6500K), Shade(8000K)
Auto exposure detection
Average, Center-Weighted, Spot(1/256), Backlight Compensation
Flicker cancellation
ON, OFF
Edge enhancement
OFF, 1～7
Color correction
Auto, Standard, Fluorescent Light, Tungsten Lamp
Saturation adjustment
0% (B/W)～100%(typ.)～200%
Cyan suppression adjustment
0 ～15
Color saturation suppression
OFF, 1～7
Noise reduction
OFF, 1～6
Gamma
Complies with BT.709 curve: Contrast -2, -1, 0, +1, +2
Complies with BT.2100 (HLG)
Dynamic range
Low (for better SNR), Normal, High
Knee point
OFF, 100%, 95%, 90%, 85%, 80%, 75%
Color gamut
Complies with BT.709 and BT.2020

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Electrical Specifications (continued)
Master pedestal
-100 ～0 ～+100
Pedestal (R,G,B)
RGB independent: -100 ～0 ～+100
Color balance
RGB independent: 0 ～100 ～200
Built-in lens
x18 Auto focus zoom lens
f=6.6~120mm / maximum aperture F value 1.61 (wide) ~ 4.13 (tele)
Pixel defect correction (white spot)
Corrected upon shipment. Supports user setting.
LTC
OFF, ON
Accepts external SMPTE Time code in the LTC IN terminal.
(Supports resetting internal time code.)
Camera preset settings
1, 2, 3, and 4 (Four kinds of preset to store.)
Remote control communications
Supports RS-232 signals and RS-422 signals to control camera
settings. Refer to Section 5. Serial Communication for details.
Power requirements
DC +9～+15V
Power consumption
Typ: 13W / max 16W
Mechanical Specifications
Dimensions
H: 65mm W: 66mm D: 98mm excluding projection.
Refer to Section 6. Dimensions for details.
Weight
316g
Environmental Specifications
Safety/Quality standards
UL: Conform to UL Standard including materials.
RoHS:
2011/65/EU EN50581 (RoHS2)
Durability ※１
Vibration
Acceleration
: 3G
Frequency
: 10~150 Hz
Direction
: X, Y, and Z 3 directions
Testing time
: 30 minutes each
Shock
No malfunction after 10 times drop from 1m height on 6 surfaces,
3 edges, and 1 corner.
Operational Temperature
Lowest temperature: -5 °C
Highest temperature:
Ambient temperature must be under 45°C and
FPGA temperature should not exceed 80 °C.
(Check with temperature measurement function.)
Please refer to Section 6. Dimensions for the position of FPGA and
heat dissipation point.
Storage Temperature
-30 ～+60°C
Humidity: 20 ~ 80%RH with no condensation.

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3.2. External Connectors
3.2.1 Control Connector 1
Model name：53261-1271 (MOLEX)
Pin No.
Signals
1
GND
2
Power IN (DC+12V)
3
Reserved terminal (Do not connect)
4
RS-232C RXD In
5
Reserved terminal (Do not connect)
6
RS-232C TXD Out
7
Reserved terminal (Do not connect)
8
GND
9
Reserved terminal (Do not connect)
10
GND
11
Power IN (DC+12V)
12
Power OUT +5V (Option)
Video output connector
4 x H.FL connector
Mini USB connector for updating firmware
Control connector 3
2 x H.FL connector
Control connector 1
Control connector 2
Position of 1pin
Position of 12pin

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3.2.2 Control Connector 2
Model name：53261-0671 (MOLEX)
3.2.3 Control Connector 3
Model name：H.FL-R-SMT (HIROSE)
3.2.4 Video Output Connector
Model name：H.FL-R-SMT (HIROSE)
Pin No.
Signals
1
GND
2
RS-422 TXn OUT
3
RS-422 TXp OUT
4
RS-422 RXn IN
5
RS-422 RXp IN
6
GND
Reference
No.
Signals
CN6
EXT SYNC IN ( 75ohm terminal)
CN7
LTC IN
Pin No.
Signals
A
3G-SDI output CH0 (Upper left with SQD)
HD-SDI output
B
3G-SDI output CH1 (Upper right with SQD)
C
3G-SDI output CH2 (Lower left with SQD)
D
3G-SDI output CH3 (Lower right with SQD)
Position of 1pin
Position of 6pin

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3.2.5 mini USB Connector
Model name：UX60R-MB-5ST (HIROSE)
Pin No.
Signals
1
USB VBUS
2
USB D-
3
USB D+
4
N.C
5
GND

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4. Camera Functions
4.1. GenLock
Gen Lock function is available by inputting analog external sync signals (black burst or 3-values SYNC) into the
EXT SYNC IN terminal of the control connector. Corresponding external sync signals vary depending on camera
output format. Please refer to the chart below for details.
CAMERA FORMAT
EXT SYNC IN
UHD/HD 60p/60i
1080i60
720p60
1080p30
UHD/HD 59.9p/59.9i
NTSC
1080i59.9
720p59.9
1080p29.9
UHD/HD 50p/50i
PAL
1080i50
720p50
1080p25
UHD 30p
1080i60
720p60
1080p30
UHD 29.9p
NTSC
1080i59.9
720p59.9
1080p29.9
UHD 25p
PAL
1080i50
720p50
1080p25
UHD 24p
1080p24
UHD 23.9p
1080p23.9
Input Black Burst signals for NTSC/PAL signals.
Input 3-values SYNC signals for other than NTSC/PAL signals.
Terminate EXT SYNC IN with 75Ω.
When an external signal specified above is input, the camera will automatically be in external sync mode.
When there is no external signal input, camera will operate in internal sync mode.
Disturbance images occur immediately after inputting external signal. However, this is normal.
Disturbance images may occur or there will be no image when inputting signals other than those specified in the
above chart to the EXT SYNC IN terminal.
Maximum ±10 pixels difference between video signals and external sync signals occur immediately after initializing
camera or changing output format. If this difference (error) is not acceptable, automatically lock with external
sync and match the timing with user adjustment commands.
4.2. LTC (Longitudinal Time Code)
Supports Time Code insertion to 3G-SDI signals.
Input LTC signals (time code) to the LTC IN terminal of the control connector to insert external time code. When there
is no signal input to the LTC IN terminal, user can insert internal time code. Internal time code starts with
00:00:00.00 when power is ON, and when signals are input to the LTC IN terminal, time code switches to external
time code. Under this condition, if no signal is input to the LTC IN terminal, internal time code starts.
Signal format:
SMPTE Time code
Signal level:
0.5~2[Vp-p]