Dalstar DS3-11-01M0 User manual

1M30P
DS-11-01M30
DS-12-01M30
DS-14-01M30
30 fps 1k x 1k
CCD Camera
User’s Manual and Reference
Doc #: 03-32-10001
Rev: 02

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About DALSA
DALSA specializes in the manufacture, design, research and development of high performance digital
imaging solutions. The DALSTAR 1M30P is part of a product line that provides the highest spatial
resolution at the highest data transfer speed of any known products in the industry. DALSA’s image
sensors and cameras are used worldwide in document scanning, image capture, surveillance, process
monitoring and manufacturing inspection. DALSA also develops customized products for specific
customers and applications.
All DALSA products are manufactured using the latest state-of-the-art equipment to ensure product
reliability.
DALSTAR refers to all DALSA area scan products.
For further information not included in this manual, or for information on DALSA’s extensive line of
image sensing products, please contact us.
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Introduction to the 1M30P Camera ___________________________________________ 5
1.0 Camera Highlights ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Image Sensor.............................................................................................................................................................. 6
1.3 Camera Performance Specifications............................................................................................................................ 7
Camera Hardware Interface ________________________________________________ 9
2.1 Installation Overview .................................................................................................................................................. 9
2.2 Input/Output ............................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.3 LED Status Indicators .................................................................................................................................................. 10
2.4 Power Input................................................................................................................................................................. 11
2.5 Data Output ................................................................................................................................................................ 12
2.6 Serial Communication................................................................................................................................................. 13
2.7 TTL Trigger Input and Output..................................................................................................................................... 15
2.8 Integration Time......................................................................................................................................................... 16
2.9 Timing......................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Camera Operation ______________________________________________________ 19
3.1 How to Control the Camera......................................................................................................................................... 19
3.4 Control Register Reference.......................................................................................................................................... 21
3.5 Reading the Camera Type........................................................................................................................................... 22
3.6 Reading the Firmware Revision.................................................................................................................................. 22
3.7 Resetting the ADC boards (“soft”reset)...................................................................................................................... 22
3.8 Resetting the Camera (“hard”reset) .......................................................................................................................... 23
3.9 Adjusting Gain ............................................................................................................................................................ 23
3.10 Adjusting User Offset ................................................................................................................................................ 24
3.11 Controlling Binning................................................................................................................................................... 25
3.12 Triggering, Integration, and Frame Rate Overview ................................................................................................. 26
3.13 Controlling Integration (Shutter Time)..................................................................................................................... 27
3.14 Controlling Frame Rate............................................................................................................................................. 30
Optical and Mechanical Considerations ________________________________________ 33
4.1 Mechanical Interface ................................................................................................................................................... 33
4.2 Mechanical Tolerances ................................................................................................................................................ 34
4.3 Mounting the Camera ................................................................................................................................................. 34
Cleaning and Maintenance ________________________________________________ 35

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5.1 Cleaning...................................................................................................................................................................... 35
5.2 Maintenance................................................................................................................................................................ 37
Troubleshooting ________________________________________________________ 39
Warranty _____________________________________________________________ 41
7.1 Limited One-Year Warranty........................................................................................................................................ 41
Index _______________________________________________________________ 43

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1.0 Camera Highlights
Features
x1024 x 1024 resolution, Frame Transfer CCD architecture (on-chip storage region).
x30 fps one output at full resolution, 40 MHz data rate
xTrue 12-bit digitization
xHigh sensitivity with low dark current
xProgressive scan readout
xOn-chip shutter
xAsynchronous image capture, externally triggerable to within 200 ns.
xSelectable binning up to 8 x 8
xProgrammable operation via RS232, including gain (1x to 10x) , offset (± full scale),
frame rate, binning, and triggering.
x100% fill factor
Description
The 1M30P digital camera provides high-sensitivity 12-bit images with 1k x 1k spatial
resolution at up to 30 frames per second (fps). The 1M30P is a frame transfer CCD camera
using a progressive scan CCD to simultaneously achieve outstanding resolution and gray
scale characteristics. A square pixel format and high fill factor provide superior,
quantifiable image quality even at low light levels.
Applications
The 1M30P is an outstanding performer in fast, very high resolution applications. True
12 bit performance provides up to 4096 distinct gray levels—perfect for applications with

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large interscene light variations. The low-noise, digitized video signal also makes the
camera an excellent choice where low contrast images must be captured in challenging
applications.
1.2 Image Sensor
The 1M30 uses DALSA’s IA-D4 high-performance frame transfer CCD.
Figure 1: Image Sensor Block Diagram
Table 1: Sensor Cosmetic Specifications
Specification Grade 01
a) Number of first and last columns excluded 16
b) Number of first and last rows excluded 16
c) Maximum quantity of single pixel blemishes —
d) Maximum quantity of cluster blemishes 15
e) Maximum size of clusters (adjacent pixels) 5
f) Blemish pixel deviation from VFLL* under
illumination 0
g) Blemish pixel deviation from VFLL* under
illumination > 10 %
< 30 %
h) Blemish pixel deviation from average dark level,
measured at dark >20mV
*VFLL is defined as the output signal under broadband quartz tungsten halogen light with an
irradiance of 3.41 µW/cm2.
1. All sensors are tested in dual output mode.
2. Blemish variations are measured over an entire frame of data and counted within the
frame boundaries defined by a) and b).
Column 1
0 Black Pixels
20 Black Pixels
4 Isolation Pixels
4 Isolation Pixels
Column 1024
7 Isolation
Pixels
1072 Pixels
Note: If you are using
DS-14-01M30, these
cosmetic specifications do
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3. Blemishes are defined as a pixel or group of pixels with an output as defined in g) or
h).
4. Clusters are defined as a pixel or group of pixel blemishes, and are allowed, provided
they are smaller or equal to the sizes specified in e).
5. Illuminated blemish analysis done at 70% of VFLL (2.39µW/cm2).
6. Grade 00 and 01 blemishes are not permitted to vary by more than 30 % of VFLL . The
result is that uniformity is better than grade 02 or 03 (no full white or black pixels).
7. A blemished column is defined as a column containing greater than 40 pixels outside
the blemish specification g) and/or h).
8. Column and row defects not permitted.
9. Better than grade 01 sensors may be available. Please contact DALSA sales if
interested.
1.3 Camera Performance Specifications
Table 2: 1M30P Camera Performance Specifications
Physical
Characteristics
Units
Resolution H x V
pixels 1024 x 1024
Pixel Size µm 12x12
Pixel Fill Factor %100
Size mm 92 x 92 x
144
Mass kg 0.85
Power Dissipation W < 11
Lens Mount C or F
mount
Aperture mm 12.3 x 12.3
Regulatory Compliance Pending
Shock Immunity Pending
Vibration Immunity Pending
Operating Ranges Units Min. Max.
Frame Rate fps 3.815 129
Data Rate MHz 5 40
Data Format LVDS 12 bit
Responsivity DN/(nJ/
cm2)24@540nm
Operating Temp °C10 45
+15 Input Voltage V +14.925 +15.075
+5 Input Voltage V+4.975 +5.025
-5 Input Voltage V - 4.975 - 5.025
Nominal Gain Range 1x 10x

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Calibration
Conditions
Units Setting Min. Max.
Data Rate MHz 40 40 40
Frame Rate Hz 30 30 30
+15 Input Voltage V+15 +14.925 +15.075
+5 Input Voltage V +5 +4.975 +5.025
-5 Input Voltage V- 5 - 4.975 - 5.025
Ambient Temperature °C25
Binning 1x1
Gain X 1x
Integration Time ms 31.173
Electro-Optical
Specifications
Units Min. Typical Max.
Dynamic Range dB 68
Pixel Response Non-
Uniformity %rms 5.0
System Noise DN(rms) 1.5

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2.1 Installation Overview
In order to set up your camera, you should take these initial steps:
1.Power down all equipment.
2.Following the manufacturer’s instructions, install the frame grabber (if
applicable). Be sure to observe all static precautions.
3.Install any necessary imaging software.
4.Before connecting power to the camera, test all power supplies. Ensure that all the
correct voltages are present at the camera end of the power cable (the Camera Performance
Specifications earlier in this document list appropriate voltages). Power supplies
must meet the requirements defined in section 2.4 Power Input.
5.Inspect all cables and connectors prior to installation. Do not use damaged cables
or connectors or the camera may be damaged.
6.Connect data, serial interface, and power cables.
7.After connecting cables, apply power to the camera. The POST (power on self test)
LED on the back of the camera should glow green after one second to indicate that
the camera is operating and ready to receive commands.
2.2 Input/Output
The camera provides 12-bit LVDS data and synchronization signals through the data
output connector. Camera functions such as frame rate, integration time, binning,
camera gain and offset are all controllable by the user via RS232 serial port. The
camera is capable of free running operation or may be triggered externally via the
input TRIGGER IN. TRIGGER OUT allows the synchronization of shutters or
illumination sources in free running or externally triggered modes.
This installation
overview assumes you
have not installed any
system components yet.

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Figure 2: Input/Output
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2.3 LED Status Indicators
There are four LED’s visible on the rear cover of the camera that indicate the status of the
camera.
Table 3: LED Functions
LED
Label
Color LED “ON” LED “OFF”
ON Green Camera is receiving power There is no camera
power
POST Green Camera Power On Self Test successful Camera failed Power On
Self Test
BIN Green Camera is operating in a binning mode Camera is operating
unbinned (1x1)
MODE Green Camera is in an external trigger mode
(uses external signal to trigger image
capture)
Camera is triggering
image capture internally
Serial port
Data output
Power supply input
LED Status indicators
Trigger input & output