HIK VISION UD01715B User manual

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User Manual
UD01715B
Area Scan Machine Vision
USB 3.0 Camera

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User Manual
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FCC Information
FCC compliance: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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.
FCC Conditions
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
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1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are marked with
"CE" and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European standards
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recycling, return this product to your local supplier upon the purchase of
equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at designated collection points. For
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Safety Instruction
These instructions are intended to ensure that the user can use the product correctly to avoid danger
or property loss.
The precaution measure is divided into ‘Warnings’ and ‘Cautions’:
Warnings: Serious injury or death may be caused if any of these warnings are neglected.
Cautions: Injury or equipment damage may be caused if any of these cautions are neglected.
Warnings Follow these safeguards to
prevent serious injury or death.
Cautions Follow these precautions to
prevent potential injury or material
damage.
Warnings:
Please adopt the power adapter which can meet the safety extra low voltage (SELV) standard.
And source with 12 VDC (depending on models) according to the IEC60950-1 and Limited
Power Source standard.
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should conform to all the
local codes.
Please install blackouts equipment into the power supply circuit for convenient supply
interruption.
Please make sure that the ceiling can support more than 50 (N) Newton gravities if the camera is
fixed to the ceiling.
If the product does not work properly, please contact your dealer or the nearest service center.
Never attempt to disassemble the camera yourself. (We shall not assume any responsibility for
problems caused by unauthorized repair or maintenance.)

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Cautions:
Make sure the power supply voltage is correct before using the camera.
Do not drop the camera or subject it to physical shock.
Do not touch sensor modules with fingers. If cleaning is necessary, use a clean cloth with a bit
of ethanol and wipe it gently. If the camera will not be used for an extended period of time, put
on the lens cap to protect the sensor from dirt.
Do not aim the camera lens at the strong light such as sun or incandescent lamp. The strong
light can cause fatal damage to the camera.
The sensor may be burned out by a laser beam, so when any laser equipment is being used,
make sure that the surface of the sensor not be exposed to the laser beam.
Do not place the camera in extremely hot, cold temperatures (the operating temperature should
be between -0°C to 50°C), dusty or damp environment, and do not expose it to high
electromagnetic radiation.
To avoid heat accumulation, ensure there is good ventilation to the device.
Keep the camera away from water and any liquids.
While shipping, pack the camera in its original, or equivalent, packing materials. Or packing
the same texture.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Overview.........................................................................................................................9
1.1 Introduction........................................................................................................................9
1.2 Main Features.....................................................................................................................9
1.3 Specifications....................................................................................................................10
1.3.1 MV-CA013-20UM/UC Specification............................................................................10
1.3.2 MV-CA013-20UM/UC Response Curve.......................................................................11
1.3.3 MV-CA050-20UM/UC Specification............................................................................11
1.3.4 MV-CA050-20UM/UC Response Curve.......................................................................13
1.4 Camera Physical Interfaces.............................................................................................13
1.4.1 Camera Dimension.........................................................................................................13
1.4.2 Rear Panel Introduction .................................................................................................14
1.4.3 Power and I/O Interface Introduction ............................................................................15
1.4.4 Installation Accessories..................................................................................................15
Chapter 2 Camera Installation and Configuration.....................................................................17
2.1 Installing the Camera ......................................................................................................17
2.2 Checking the Drive...........................................................................................................17
2.3 Camera Configuration.....................................................................................................18
2.3.1 Setting via Attribute Tree...............................................................................................18
2.3.2 Setting via Menu Bar .....................................................................................................21
Chapter 3 Functions.......................................................................................................................23
3.1 Device Control..................................................................................................................23
3.1.1 Name Modification........................................................................................................23
3.2 Image Format and Frame Rate ......................................................................................24
3.2.1 Camera Data Format......................................................................................................24
3.2.2 Frame Rate.....................................................................................................................26
3.2.3 ROI Setting ....................................................................................................................27
3.3 Global Shutter and Rolling Shutter ...............................................................................28

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3.3.1 Global Shutter................................................................................................................28
3.3.2 Rolling Shutter...............................................................................................................29
3.4 ImageAcquisition and Transmission .............................................................................30
3.4.1 Internal Trigger Mode....................................................................................................30
3.4.2 External Trigger Signal and Working Mode..................................................................31
3.5 Strobe Output...................................................................................................................33
3.6 Acquisition Mode under External Trigger.....................................................................36
3.7 Counter Control ...............................................................................................................37
3.8 Imaging Parameter Setting .............................................................................................39
3.8.1 Exposure Time ...............................................................................................................39
3.8.2 Gain Control...................................................................................................................40
3.8.3 White balance.................................................................................................................41
3.8.4 Region Setting ofAuto Functions..................................................................................42
3.8.5 Look Up Table (LUT)....................................................................................................43
3.8.6 Gamma Correction.........................................................................................................43
3.8.7 Brightness, Hue and Saturation......................................................................................44
3.8.8 Image Reverse................................................................................................................45
3.8.9 HDR Cycling Mode .......................................................................................................46
3.8.10 Test Pattern.....................................................................................................................47
3.9 I/O Electric Feature .........................................................................................................49
3.9.1 Line0 Opto-isolated Input Circuit..................................................................................49
3.9.2 Line1 Opto-isolated Output Circuit ...............................................................................50
3.9.3 Line2 Configurable Bi-direction I/O Circuit .................................................................52
3.10 User Parameter and Preference Setting.........................................................................54
3.10.1 Parameters Saving and Loading.....................................................................................54
3.10.2 Embedded Information ..................................................................................................55
3.11 Firmware Updating..........................................................................................................58
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting............................................................................................................59
4.1 Indicator Status Definition..............................................................................................59

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4.2 Indicator Status Description ...........................................................................................59
4.3 FAQ ...................................................................................................................................60

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Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
The Machine Vision Camera is an image capturing device and capable of real-time transmission of
uncompressed image through a USB 3.0 interface. Remote image capturing and camera control, for
example, the operating mode and the image parameters adjustment, are supported by client
software.
1.2 Main Features
The USB 3.0 interface provides the 3 Gbps bandwidth.
Supports AEC (automatic exposure control), LUT, Gamma Correction, etc..
Use hardware external trigger or software trigger to synchronize several cameras or cameras
with external devices.
Supports image capturing with different exposure modes.
The color camera adopts the color interpolation algorithm to reproduce colors faithfully. It
also supports automatic white balance (AWB).
Compatible with USB 3.0 Vision Protocol (V1.0) and third-party software.
The functions in this manual are for reference only and may differ from the devices.

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1.3 Specifications
1.3.1 MV-CA013-20UM/UC Specification
Table 1-1 MV-CA013-20UM/UC Specification
Model
Parameter
MV-CA013-20UM
MV-CA013-20UC
1.3 MP 1/2" CMOS Machine Vision USB 3.0 Camera
Camera
Sensor Type
1/2" global shutter CMOS
Resolution
1280 ×1024
Pixel Size
4.8 μm ×4.8μm
Frame Rate
170 fps@1280 ×1024
90 fps@1280 ×1024
Dynamic Range
> 60 dB
SNR
> 40 dB
Gain
0 to 15 dB
Exposure Time
6 μs to 10 sec
Shutter Mode
Global shutter, supporting Auto, Manual, One-Push, etc. exposture
modes.
Data Interfac
USB 3.0
Digital I/O
Opto-isolated input ×1
Opto-isolated output ×1
Bi-directional non-isolated I/O ×1
Data Format
Mono 8/10/10p/12/12p
Mono 8/10/12, RGB8, Bayer BG
8/10/10p/12/12p, YUV 422 8,
YUV 422 8 UYVY
General
Power Supply and
Consumption
< 3 W@12V DC or USB power supply, voltage 5 to 15V, USB 3.0
Power Supply
Temprature
Working Temprature 0°C to 50°C, Storage Temprature -30°C to
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Dimension
29 mm ×29 mm ×30 mm
Weight
Approx.56 g
Lens Mount
C-Mount
Control Client
MVS or the third-party client software which supports USB 3.0
Vision protocol
OS
Windows XP/7/8 32/64bits
Compatibility
USB 3.0 Vision V1.0
Certifications
CE, FCC, and RoHS
1.3.2 MV-CA013-20UM/UC Response Curve
Figure 1-1 MV-CA013-20UM/UC Quantum Efficiency
The response curve data is provided by the chip manufacture.
1.3.3 MV-CA050-20UM/UC Specification
Table 1-2 MV-CA050-20UM/UC Specification
Model
Parameter
MV-CA050-20UM
MV-CA050-20UC
5 MP 1" CMOS Machine Vision USB 3.0 Camera
Camera
Sensor Type
1" global shutter CMOS
Resolution
2592 ×2048

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Pixel Size
4.8 μm ×4.8 μm
Frame Rate
60 fps @ 2592 ×2048
30 fps @ 2592 ×2048
Dynamic Range
> 60 dB
SNR
> 40 dB
Gain
0 to 15 dB
Exposure Time
8 μs to 10 sec
Shutter Mode
Global shutter, Auto-exposure, Manual exposure, and One-key
exposure
Data Interfac
USB 3.0
Digital I/O
Opto-isolated input ×1
Opto-isolated output ×1
Bi-directional non-isolated I/O ×1
Data Format
Mono 8/10/10p/12/12p
Mono 8/10/12, RGB8, Bayer BG
8/10/10p/12/12p, YUV 422 8,
YUV 422 8 UYVY
General
Power Supply and
Consumption
< 3.5W@12V DC, Voltage 5 to15 V DC, USB 3.0 power supply
Temprature
Working Temperature 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F), Storage
Temperature -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F)
Dimension
29 mm ×29 mm ×30 mm
Weight
≈56 g
Lens Mount
C-Mount
Control Client
MVS or the third-party client software which supports USB 3.0
Vision protocol
OS
Windows XP/7/8 32/64bits
Compatibility
USB 3.0 Vision V1.0
Certifications
CE, FCC, and RoHS

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1.3.4 MV-CA050-20UM/UC Response Curve
Figure 1-2 MV-CA050-20UM/UC Quantum Efficiency
The response curve data is provided by the chip manufacture.
1.4 Camera Physical Interfaces
1.4.1 Camera Dimension
The dimension of the MV-CA013-20UM/UC and MV-CA050-20UM/UC is shown below. The
camera should be installed with M3 ×3 or M2 ×3 screws.

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18 42.51
30 29
29
20
23.7
12
22
3
4.5
36.3
3-M3 3
4-M2 3
2-M2 3
Unit: mm
Figure 1-3 Dimension of MV-CA013-20UM/UC and MV-CA050-20UM/UC
The camera adopts the C-Mount lens interface. The flange back length of lens is 17.5 mm ±
0.15 mm.
1.4.2 Rear Panel Introduction
The rear panel of the machine vision camera is shown in the figure below.
12
2
3
4
Figure 1-4 Rear Panel

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Table 1-3 Description of the Rear Panel
No.
Description
1
USB 3.0 interface
2
M2 screw holes for USB 3.0 cable securing
3
6-pin power and I/O interface
4
Status indicator LED
1.4.3 Power and I/O Interface Introduction
The description of the 6-pin power and I/O connector is shown in the table below.
1
2
3 4
5
6
Figure 1-5 Power and I/O Interface
Table 1-4 Description
No.
Signal
I/O Type
Description
1
12 V
Input
12 V DC
2
Opt-Iso In
Input
Opto-isolated input
3
GPIO
Input/output
Can be configured as input or output
4
Opt-Iso Out
Output
Opto-isolated output
5
I/O Ground
Input
Ground for opt- isolated I/O, not connected
to camera ground
6
GND
Input
Power ground
1.4.4 Installation Accessories
Prepare the installation accessories listed below before installing the machine vision camera.

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Table 1-5 Accessory List
No.
Accessory Name
Number
Description
1
Camera
1
The machine vision camera.
2
Power I/O cable
1
The 6-pin cable (included) or extension
cable (not included).
3
Power adapter
1
12 V DC power adapter (Min. 1A)
4
USB 3.0 Cable
1
Micro USB 3.0 (model B ) cable (need to be
ordered separately)
5
Lens (Optional)
1
C-Mount Lens
6
Mounting Bracket
(Optional)
1
The mounting bracket has four M2 holes
and one 1/4-32UNF interface.

Chapter 2 Camera Installation and
Configuration
2.1 Installing the Camera
Steps:
1. Unpack the camera package and install the lens (optional) to the camera body
by rotating the lens clockwise.
2. Fix the camera to the desired position.
3. Use Micro USB 3.0 (B model) cable to connect the camera with a PC or any
other transmission devices..
4. Choose a power supply method.
Direct supply: Use the supplied cord with a 6-pin power and I/O interface to
connect the camera to a power adapter (12 V DC for the camera).
USB (Power over USB cable: Use a USB cable to connect the camera to a
USB 3.0 interface).
The machine vision camera adopts a USB 3.0 interface. To guarantee the bandwidth
for real-time image transmission, you need to use a USB 3.0 cable.
2.2 Checking the Drive
Purpose:
Before using the camera, you should make sure that the drive is installed on your
computer. Otherwise, the client is unable to find the camera.
Steps:
1. Enter the Device Manager Interface of your computer, and you are able to find
Hikvision USB 3.0 Machine Vision Camera on the interface.
2. Right click Hikvision USB 3.0 Machine Vision Camera, to check the device
property. And the following figure shows that the dive is installed successfully.

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Figure 2-1 Drive Status Checking
2.3 Camera Configuration
You can configure the camera via the control client. There are two methods
available: setting via the attribute tree or via the menu bar.
2.3.1 Setting via Attribute Tree
The software can read the XML file of camera attributes and display it in tree format.
Steps:
1. Double click the MVS icon to enter the client software. The main user interface
and the description of the client software are shown in Figure 2-2 and Table 2-1.

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Figure 2-2 Main User Interface of the Client Software
Table 2-1 Description of the Main User Interface
No.
Area Name
Description
1
Menu Bar
Function modules includes File, View, Camera,
Settings, Tools, and Help
2
Control Toolbar
Contorls the image of live view including
starting/stopping live view, zooming in/out, recording,
capturing, etc.
3
Device and
Attribute Tree
Displays the machine vision cameras and the device
attributes
4
Live View Area
Views the live video of the selected machine vision
camera
5
User Level Area
Switches the user level quickly as beginner, expert, or
guru.

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For details, refer to the User Manual of MVS Control Client.
2. Double click the camera on the device list in Devices and Attributes Tree area.
3. Click the Attributes tab to enter the camera attribute page.
You can switch the user level as Beginner, Expert or Guru which displays different
camera attributes. For Guru Level, it provides the most comprehensive camera
attributes for professional use. Here we take Guru Level as an example.
4. Click the icon before each attribute to view and edit the details.
Figure 2-3 Attribute Page
Device Control: In the Device Control attribute, you can view the camera details
include device type, version, manufacturer details, device ID, device alias,