HikRobot CoaXPress User manual

CoaXPress Area Scan Camera
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Power Supply
When wiring or dismounting, make sure that the device power is cut off, and do not operate
under electrification.
Avoid contact with exposed circuit. When the device is powered on, avoid contact with
exposed junctions and parts.
Use the power adapter provided by the regular manufacturer.
Do not connect multiple devices to one power adapter, to avoid over-heating or fire hazards
caused by overload.
Make sure the plug is properly connected to the power socket.
Transportation
The device contains precision optical components and electronic components. During
transportation, storage and installation, incorrect operations like heavy pressure and violent
vibration should be avoided. Otherwise, the device may be damaged.
Avoid sudden collision, and pack the device with the accompanied carton and cushioning
material or similar package.
Using Environment
In order to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not let the device get wet or damp.
Do not drop objects onto the device and avoid vigorous vibration.
Keep the device away from magnetic interference.
Do not use the device in extremely heat, extremely cold, dusty environment, corrosive
environment or high humidity environment.
Do not aim the device lens at objects of strong light, such as the sun and incandescent lamp.
Otherwise, the lens may be damaged.
The device should be stored in dry environment without corrosive gas. Avoid placing the
device in direct sunlight and poorly ventilated locations, or near heat sources such as heater or
heating (ignoring this warning may lead to fire hazards).
Do not operate in explosive environment.
Keep the surrounding area well ventilated to avoid heat accumulation. Do not contact the
radiator directly to avoid scald.
Electrostatic Protection
Remove all conductive objects (such as jewelry, watch, etc.) on the device body before
touching the device, and touch the grounding metal bracket by hand to release the static
electricity.
It is suggested to wear anti-static suit to prevent damage to the equipment caused by static
electricity.
When installing or maintaining the device, wear anti-static wristband or anti-static gloves.
Make sure that the wristband is tightly attached to the skin and is reliably grounded.
It is forbidden to touch exposed circuit boards with bare hands. Static electricity generated by
human body may damage electrostatic sensitive components on circuit boards.
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must be taken.
Put electrostatic sensitive components into anti-static bags for protection.
It is suggested to place humidifier in dry environment to maintain suitable humidity and
reduce static electricity generation.
Maintenance
If the device is not working properly, contact the store or the nearest service center. Do not
disassemble or modify the device in any way. (The company does not bear any liability for any
problem arising from unauthorized modification or maintenance).
Properly preserve all the original packaging materials of the device so that when problems
arise, the device can be packed with packaging materials and sent to the agent or returned to
the manufacturer for processing. The company does not bear any liability for accidental
damage during transportation caused by non-original packaging.
This device is a precision electronic device, no components can be maintained by user, do not
disassemble the device arbitrarily.
Cleaning
Do not touch the image sensor directly. If the sensor needs to be cleaned, use a clean rag and wet
it with alcohol, then gently wipe off the dirt; if the device is not in use, cover the image sensor with
dust cover for protection.
Installation
Do not install the device on vibrating surface or places that are vulnerable to impact.
Personnel Requirement
Quality requirements for installation and maintenance personnel: qualification certificate or
working experience in weak current system installation and maintenance, and relevant working
experience and qualifications. Besides, the personnel must possess the following knowledge and
operation skills:
The basic knowledge and operation skills of low voltage wiring and low voltage electronic
circuit connection.
The ability to comprehend the contents of this manual.
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Hangzhou Hikrobot Technology Co., Ltd.
No. 399 Danfeng Road, Binjiang District, Hangzhou, 310051, China
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Website: https://en.hikrobotics.com/

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Overview .............................................................................................................................1
1.1 Introduction........................................................................................................................1
1.2 Key Feature.........................................................................................................................1
Chapter 2 Appearance.........................................................................................................................2
Chapter 3 Interface and Indicator .......................................................................................................5
3.1 Interface Description..........................................................................................................5
3.1.1 First Type of Pin Definitions ......................................................................................5
3.1.2 Second Type of Pin Definitions..................................................................................6
3.2 Indicator Description..........................................................................................................6
3.2.1 Camera Indicator Status............................................................................................6
3.2.2 CoaXPress Linking Indicator Status ...........................................................................7
Chapter 4 Installation..........................................................................................................................9
4.1 Installation Preparation......................................................................................................9
4.2 Install Camera and Connect Frame Grabber......................................................................9
Chapter 5 Camera Connection ..........................................................................................................11
5.1 Intsall Frame Grabber Software .......................................................................................11
5.2 Install MVS Client Software..............................................................................................11
5.3 Connect Camera to MVS Client Software.........................................................................13
Chapter 6 Client Software Layout .....................................................................................................14
Chapter 7 Camera Features ...............................................................................................................16
7.1 Global Shutter ..................................................................................................................16
7.2 Rolling Shutter..................................................................................................................16
7.3 Sensor Shutter Mode .......................................................................................................17
7.4 Overlap Exposure .............................................................................................................18
Chapter 8 Image Acquisition .............................................................................................................19
8.1 Set Frame Rate .................................................................................................................19
8.2 Set Acquisition Mode .......................................................................................................20
8.3 Set Trigger Mode..............................................................................................................20
8.4 External Trigger Mode......................................................................................................21
8.4.1 Set External Trigger Source .....................................................................................21
8.4.2 Set Software Trigger ................................................................................................22
8.4.3 Set Hardware Trigger...............................................................................................22

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8.4.4 Set Counter Trigger..................................................................................................23
8.4.5 Set Link Trigger ........................................................................................................25
8.4.6 Set Free Trigger .......................................................................................................26
8.5 Trigger Related Parameters ..............................................................................................26
8.5.1 Set Burst Frame Count ............................................................................................27
8.5.2 Set Trigger Delay......................................................................................................28
8.5.3 Set Trigger Cache Enable.........................................................................................28
8.5.4 Set Trigger Activation ..............................................................................................29
8.5.5 Set Trigger Debouncer.............................................................................................30
Chapter 9 I/O Output.........................................................................................................................32
9.1 Select Output Signal .........................................................................................................32
9.2 Set Output Signal..............................................................................................................32
9.2.1 Enable Line Inverter ................................................................................................32
9.2.2 Enable Strobe Signal................................................................................................33
Chapter 10 I/O Electrical Feature and Wiring ..................................................................................37
10.1 I/O Electrical Feature......................................................................................................37
10.1.1 Line 0 Opto-isolated Input Circuit .........................................................................37
10.1.2 Line 1 Opto-isolated Output Circuit ......................................................................38
10.1.3 Line 2 Bi-direction I/O Circuit................................................................................39
10.2 I/O Wiring.......................................................................................................................42
10.2.1 Line 0 Wiring .........................................................................................................42
10.2.2 Line 1 Wiring .........................................................................................................43
10.2.3 Line 2 Wiring .........................................................................................................44
Chapter 11 Image Parameter ............................................................................................................47
11.1 View Resolution .............................................................................................................47
11.2 Set ROI ............................................................................................................................47
11.3 Set Image Reverse ..........................................................................................................48
11.4 Set Pixel Format..............................................................................................................49
11.5 Set Test Pattern ..............................................................................................................50
11.6 Set Binning......................................................................................................................53
11.7 Set Decimation...............................................................................................................54
11.8 Set Exposure Mode ........................................................................................................54
11.9 Set Exposure Time Mode ...............................................................................................55
11.10 Set Exposure Auto ........................................................................................................55

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11.11 Set HDR.........................................................................................................................56
11.12 Set Gain ........................................................................................................................58
11.12.1 Set Analog Gain ...................................................................................................58
11.12.2 Set Digital Gain....................................................................................................59
11.13 Set Brightness...............................................................................................................60
11.14 Set Black Level..............................................................................................................60
11.15 Set White Balance ........................................................................................................61
11.16 Set Gamma Correction.................................................................................................62
11.17 Set Sharpness ...............................................................................................................63
11.18 Set AOI..........................................................................................................................64
11.19 Set Color Transformation Control ................................................................................65
11.20 Set Hue .........................................................................................................................65
11.21 Set Saturation...............................................................................................................66
11.22 Set LUT .........................................................................................................................66
11.23 Set Shading Correction.................................................................................................67
11.23.1 LSC Correction.....................................................................................................67
11.23.2 LSC Sequencer.....................................................................................................69
11.23.3 FFC Correction .....................................................................................................70
11.23.4 User PRNUC Correction .......................................................................................71
11.23.5 Other Corrections................................................................................................71
Chapter 12 Other Functions ..............................................................................................................73
12.1 Device Control ................................................................................................................73
12.2 File Access Control .........................................................................................................75
12.3 Save and Load User Set ..................................................................................................76
12.4 Transport Layer Control..................................................................................................78
12.5 CoaXPress Parameters....................................................................................................78
12.6 Update Firmware............................................................................................................80
Chapter 13 FAQ..................................................................................................................................82
13.1 Why the client software is stuck when listing cameras?................................................82
13.2 Why the client software turns to the blue screen?........................................................82
13.3 Why the client software cannot list cameras?...............................................................82
13.4 Why the client software does not update frame rate information during live view? ...83
13.5 Why the live view image in the client software is abnormal? .......................................83
Chapter 14 Revision History..............................................................................................................84

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Appendix A Camera Parameter Index...............................................................................................85

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Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
The CoaXPress (CXP) area scan camera uses CoaXPress interface to transmit non-compressed
images in real time, and it acquires images and sets parameters via client software or SDK based on
CoaXPress frame grabber.
1.2 Key Feature
Provides high dynamic range, Signal Noise Ratio (SNR), and high-quality image.
Supports auto and manual adjustment for gain, exposure time, Look-Up Table (LUT), Gamma
correction, etc.
Adopts CoaXPress interface to transmit data.
Compatible with CoaXPress Protocol and GenlCam Standard.
The camera functions may differ by models.
For specific camera functions, refer to the camera’s user manual.

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Chapter 2 Appearance
TEC stands for Thermo-Electric Cooler that is able to keep the camera's sensor temperature
around environment temperature to ensure the normal operation of the camera.
For specific appearance and dimension, please refer to the camera's specification for details.
The appearance is subject to change, and the actual device you purchased shall prevail.
Figure 2-1 Appearance (Type I)
Figure 2-2 Appearance (Type II)
Figure 2-3 Appearance (Type III)

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Figure 2-4 Appearance (Type IV)
Figure 2-5 Appearance (Type V)
Figure 2-6 Appearance (Type VI)
Figure 2-7 Appearance (Type VII)

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Figure 2-8 Appearance (Type VIII)
Table 2-1 Component Description
No.
Interface
Description
1
Lens Mount
It is used to install lens. Refer to the camera’s specification for
details.
2
Screw Hole
It is used to fix the camera to the installation position. Refer
to the camera’s specification for details.
3
USB Interface
It is used to update firmware.
4
I/O Connector (12-Pin
P10 Connector)
It refers to the 12-pin P10 connector that provides power,
input/output signal, etc.
5
CoaXPress Interface
It refers to the 4 CoaXPress interfaces for transmitting data.
6
Fan or TEC
●For type I, II, IV, V and VI cameras, they uses fan to cool.
●For type III camera, it uses TEC (inside the camera) to cool.
●Type VII and type VIII cameras do not have a fan or TEC.
7
Camera Indicator
It indicates the camera's status. See section Camera Indicator
Status for details.
8
CoaXPress Linking
Indicator
It indicates CoaXPress linking connection status via CoaXPress
cable. See section CoaXPress Linking Indicator Status for
details.

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Chapter 3 Interface and Indicator
3.1 Interface Description
All CoaXPress area scan cameras have the same 12-pin P10 connector, as shown below. However,
the specific pin definitions are different by camera models.
Figure 3-1 12-Pin P10 Connector
3.1.1 First Type of Pin Definitions
Regarding the type I and type II cameras, read the table below to get their pin definitions.
You should refer to the table below and the label attached to the power and I/O cable to wire the
device.
Table 3-1 First Type of Pin Definitions
No.
Signal
I/O Signal Source
Description
1
GND
Line 2-
Camera power supply ground
2
DC_PWR
--
Camera power supply
3
Reserved
4
Reserved
5
GND_IO
Line 0/1-
Opto-isolated signal ground
6
Reserved
7
Reserved
8
RS-232_RXD
--
RS-232 receives
9
RS-232_TXD
--
RS-232 transmits

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No.
Signal
I/O Signal Source
Description
10
GPIO2
Line 2+
Input or output
11
OPTO_OUT0
Line 1+
Opto-isolated output
12
OPTO_IN0
Line 0+
Opto-isolated input
3.1.2 Second Type of Pin Definitions
For other types of cameras, read the table below to get their pin definitions.
You should refer to the table below and the label attached to the power and I/O cable to wire the
device.
Table 3-2 Second Type of Pin Definitions
No.
Signal
I/O Signal Source
Description
1
GND
Line 2-
Camera power supply ground
2
DC_PWR
--
Camera power supply
3
DC_PWR
--
Camera power supply
4
OPT_IN-
Line 0-
Opto-isolated input signal ground
5
OPT_OUT-
Line 1-
Opto-isolated output signal ground
6
GND
--
Camera power supply ground
7
GND
--
Camera power supply ground
8
RS-232_RXD
--
RS-232 receives
9
RS-232_TXD
--
RS-232 transmits
10
GPIO2
Line 2+
Input or output
11
OPT_OUT+
Line 1+
Opto-isolated output
12
OPT_IN+
Line 0+
Opto-isolated input
3.2 Indicator Description
The camera has different types of indicator with varied models, including camera indicator and
CoaXPress linking indicator. For type I and type II cameras, they have camera indicator only. For
other types of cameras, they both have camera indicator and CoaXPress linking indicator.
3.2.1 Camera Indicator Status
The camera indicator is used to display different camera statuses.

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When the indicator is flashing slowly, its unlit interval is about 1 s.
Table 3-3 Camera Indicator
No.
Status
Description
1
Unlit
The camera is powered off.
2
Solid blue
There is no data transmission, or data transmission
exception occurs after camera starts up.
3
Rapid flashing blue
The camera is acquiring images in continuous mode.
4
Slow flashing blue
The camera is acquiring images in trigger mode.
5
Slow flashing blue and red in
alternative
The camera firmware is updating.
3.2.2 CoaXPress Linking Indicator Status
The CoaXPress linking indicator is used to display CoaXPress linking connection status via
CoaXPress cable. For cameras with CXP-6 interface, refer to the Table 3-4 for the status of
CoaXPress linking indicator.
When the indicator is flashing rapidly, flashing slowly, or flashing very slowly, its unlit interval is
0.08 s, 1 s, and 2 s respectively.
Table 3-4 CoaXPress Linking Indicator (Cameras with CXP-6 Interface)
No.
Status
Description
1
Unlit
No CoaXPress linking connected, or connection error occurs.
2
Solid green
CoaXPress linking connected without data transmission, or
data transmission error occurs (e.g. CRC error).
3
Rapid flashing green
The camera is acquiring images in continuous mode.
4
Slow flashing green
The camera is acquiring images in trigger mode.
For cameras with CXP-12 interface, refer to the Table 3-5 for the status of CoaXPress linking
indicator.
Table 3-5 CoaXPress Linking Indicator (Cameras with CXP-12 Interface)
No.
Status
Description
1
Unit
The camera is not powered on, or incorrect CoaXPress wiring.
2
Slow flashing red
The camera is powered on, but CoaXPress linking is not
connected.

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No.
Status
Description
This status is not applicable to the camera that supports PoCXP.
3
Solid orange
The camera system is starting.
4
Slow flashing orange
The camera is acquiring images in trigger mode.
5
Rapid flashing
orange
The camera is connected with the PC, and data is being
transferred.
6
Solid green
The camera is connected with the PC, but no data is being
transferred.
7
Rapid flashing green
The camera is acquiring images in continuous mode.

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Chapter 4 Installation
4.1 Installation Preparation
You need to prepare following accessories before camera installation.
Table 4-1 Accessories
No.
Name
Quantity
Description
1
Frame Grabber
1
It refers to the CoaXPress frame grabber that you need to
purchase separately.
2
Power and I/O Cable
1
It refers to the 12-pin power and I/O cable that you need to
purchase separately.
3
DC Power Supply
1
It refers to suitable power adapter that you need to
purchase it separately.
4
CoaXPress Cable(s)
1/2/4
You can use 1/2/4 CoaXPress cable(s) to transmit data. You
need to purchase separately in accordance with camera’
CoaXPress interface type and frame grabber model.
5
Lens
1
You need to purchase separately in accordance with
camera’ lens mount.
6
Lens Adapter
1
If other lens are used, you need to purchase lens adapter
separately.
In order to ensure the normal operation of the camera, you need to make sure that the output
voltage of DC power supply meets with that of the camera. For specific camera voltage range,
please refer to the specification of the camera.
4.2 Install Camera and Connect Frame Grabber
Before You Start
Make sure the device in the package is in good condition and all the assembly parts are
included.
Make sure all the related equipment is powered off during the installation.
The camera has 4 CoaXPress interfaces, and it can transmit data via 1, 2 or 4 interface(s). If you
need to use 1 interface, the corresponding interface number is CXP 1. If 2 interfaces are
required, the corresponding interface number is CXP 1 and CXP 2. If 4 interfaces are required,
the corresponding interface number is CXP 1, CXP 2, CXP 3 and CXP 4.

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The specific CXP interface No. may differ by camera models. For example, some cameras may
have CXP 0, CXP 1, CXP 2 and CXP 3.
It is recommended to install the CoaXPress frame grabber into a free PCIe x 16 slot of the PC.
Steps:
1. Fix the camera to the installation position.
2. Install the lens to the camera body.
3. Connect the camera to CoaXPress frame grabber via CoaXPress cable.
4. Connect the camera to a suitable power adapter via 12-pin power and I/O cable.