IAI AG-7000 User manual

AG-7000
Auto-gated Intensified CCD Camera
Document Version: Rev B
Document P/N: 10570

Disclaimer iii
Disclaimer
The material contained in this manual consists of information that is proprietary to JAI Inc., and
may only be used by the purchasers of the product. JAI, Inc. makes no warranty for the use of its
product and assumes no responsibility for any errors which may appear or for damages resulting
from the use of the information contained herein. JAI, Inc. reserves the right to make changes
without notice.
Microsoft, Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, XP, and Windows Explorer are either registered trademarks or
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Warranty
Please contact your factory representative for details about the warranty.
Certifications
CE Compliance
The AG-7000 series of cameras has been certified to conform to the requirements of Council Direc-
tive 89/336/EC for electromagnetic compatibility and to comply with the following European Stan-
dards:
EMCEN55022: 1998 + A1: 2000 CLASS A
EN55024: 1998 + A1: 2001
All JAI Inc. products bearing the CE mark have been declared to be in conformance with the applica-
ble EEC Council Directives. However, certain factory-installed options or customer-requested
modifications may compromise electromagnetic compatibility and affect CE compliance. Please
note that the use of interconnect cables that are not properly grounded and shielded may affect CE
compliance.
Contact the JAI Inc. Applications Engineering Department for further information regarding CE com-
pliance.
FCC
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.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause harmful interference, in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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WARNING
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for FCC
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
AG-7000 Operation Manual
JAI Inc.
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ITAR
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January 11, 2012

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Table of Contents
1Introduction............................................................................................. 1
1.1Software Installation .................................................................................. 1
1.1.1Before Installing the Camera Control Software ................................................... 1
1.1.2Installing the Software ................................................................................ 1
1.1.2.1Uninstalling Previous AG-7000 JAI, Inc. Software ......................................... 3
1.1.3Fresh Installation of the AG-7000 Software........................................................ 4
1.2Using the AG-7000 Software ......................................................................... 5
1.2.1The Main Screen........................................................................................ 6
1.3Camera Control Main Window........................................................................ 8
1.4Control Details ......................................................................................... 8
1.4.1AGC ...................................................................................................... 9
1.4.2Video..................................................................................................... 9
1.4.3Trigger .................................................................................................. 10
1.4.4Zoom Control .......................................................................................... 11
1.4.5Focus Control .......................................................................................... 12
1.4.6Iris Control ............................................................................................. 13
1.5Advanced Control Settings .......................................................................... 14
1.5.1Advanced Zoom Controls ............................................................................ 15
1.5.2Advanced Focus Controls ............................................................................ 15
1.5.3Advanced Iris Controls ............................................................................... 16
1.5.4Software/Hardware Details ......................................................................... 16
1.5.5Video.................................................................................................... 17
1.5.6MCP Controls........................................................................................... 17
1.6AG-7000 Camera Control Software Troubleshooting ............................................ 18
1.6.1Problem: Camera is not recognized................................................................ 18
1.6.2Solution:................................................................................................ 18
1.6.3Problem: Program Controls are Grayed Out ...................................................... 18
1.6.4Solution:................................................................................................ 18
2Hardware Introduction ............................................................................... 19
2.1Product description................................................................................... 19
2.2Features ................................................................................................ 19
2.3Functional Options.................................................................................... 20
2.3.1Extended temperature operation (OP22-5-1) .................................................... 20
2.3.2Conformal coat option (OP22-5-5) ................................................................. 20
2.4Applications............................................................................................ 20
2.5System Configuration................................................................................. 20
3Installation ............................................................................................. 23
3.1Getting Started........................................................................................ 23
3.1.1Unpacking Instructions ............................................................................... 23
3.1.2Components List ...................................................................................... 23
3.1.3Accessories............................................................................................. 23
3.2Camera Setup.......................................................................................... 23
3.2.1Connector Pin Configurations ....................................................................... 23
3.2.2Power Supply and Power Cable Setup ............................................................. 24
3.2.3Attaching the Camera Lens.......................................................................... 25
3.2.4Adjustable Back-Focus ............................................................................... 25
3.2.5Auto-Iris Lens Setup .................................................................................. 26
3.2.6Monitor Display Mode................................................................................. 26
3.2.7Other Connectors and Cables ....................................................................... 26
4Functions and Operations............................................................................ 27

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4.1Input of Ext HD/VD Signals .......................................................................... 27
4.1.1External Sync .......................................................................................... 27
4.2Modes of Operation................................................................................... 28
4.2.1Continuous Operation (Non triggered) ............................................................ 28
4.2.2Field and Frame Modes .............................................................................. 30
4.3RS-232 Commands .................................................................................... 30
4.3.1AGC Level .............................................................................................. 32
4.3.2AGC Manual Gain...................................................................................... 32
4.3.3AGC Max ................................................................................................ 32
4.3.4AGC Mode .............................................................................................. 32
4.3.5Camera Firmware Version ........................................................................... 33
4.3.6Camera FPGA Version ................................................................................ 33
4.3.7Camera Model Number............................................................................... 33
4.3.8Focus Control.......................................................................................... 34
4.3.9Gamma ................................................................................................. 34
4.3.10Iris Control ........................................................................................... 34
4.3.11MCP Gain Mode...................................................................................... 35
4.3.12MCP Gate Disable ................................................................................... 35
4.3.13MCP Gate Mode...................................................................................... 35
4.3.14MCP Level ............................................................................................ 36
4.3.15MCP Manual Gain.................................................................................... 36
4.3.16MCP Manual Gate ................................................................................... 36
4.3.17Multifunction Input ................................................................................. 37
4.3.18Multifunction Input Termination ................................................................. 37
4.3.19Save/Restore Camera State ....................................................................... 37
4.3.20Shutter Speed ....................................................................................... 38
4.3.21Trigger Mode......................................................................................... 38
4.3.22Vertical Mode........................................................................................ 38
4.3.23Video Pedestal ...................................................................................... 39
4.3.24Video White Clip .................................................................................... 39
4.3.25Zoom Control ........................................................................................ 39
5Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 41
5.1Problems and Solutions .............................................................................. 41
5.1.1Symptom: No Video................................................................................... 41
5.1.2Symptom: Dark Video ................................................................................ 41
5.1.3Symptom: Non-synchronized Video ................................................................ 41
5.2Information and Support Resources................................................................ 41
6Specifications.......................................................................................... 43
6.1Product Specifications ............................................................................... 43
6.1.1Physical Dimensions .................................................................................. 44
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List of Figures
Figure 1.Use Save to download a copy of the software. ........................................................ 2
Figure 2.Right click to extract the compressed files............................................................. 2
Figure 3.The extraction directory has the same name as the zip file......................................... 3
Figure 4.Uninstall Existing AG-7000 Software..................................................................... 3
Figure 5.Clean Install of AG-7000 Software ....................................................................... 4
Figure 6.Accept the default install path. .......................................................................... 4
Figure 7.A bar indicates installation progress..................................................................... 5
Figure 8.The installer asks to close. ................................................................................ 5
Figure 9.A shortcut provides easy access to the ICCD software................................................ 5
Figure 10.Main Screen File Menu ..................................................................................... 6
Figure 11.Set the COM Port............................................................................................ 6
Figure 12.Load Settings Selections ................................................................................... 7
Figure 13.Saving Settings .............................................................................................. 7
Figure 14.AGC Controls Set............................................................................................ 8
Figure 15.Gamma Control.............................................................................................. 9
Figure 16.Vertical Mode Control ..................................................................................... 10
Figure 17.MFI Input & Trigger Mode................................................................................. 10
Figure 18.Zoom Control Set .......................................................................................... 11
Figure 19.Focus Control Set .......................................................................................... 12
Figure 20.Iris Control Set ............................................................................................. 13
Figure 21.Advanced Zoom Controls ................................................................................. 15
Figure 22.Advanced Focus Controls ................................................................................. 15
Figure 23.Advanced Iris Controls .................................................................................... 16
Figure 24.Firmware/Hardware details.............................................................................. 16
Figure 25.Video Controls.............................................................................................. 17
Figure 26.MCP Controls................................................................................................ 18
Figure 27.AG-7000 System Configuration........................................................................... 21
Figure 28.Six Pin Connector .......................................................................................... 24
Figure 29.15P-02-9P-AG Power/Interface Cable .................................................................. 25
Figure 30.Back Focus Set-Screw Locations ......................................................................... 26
Figure 31.Input Signals ................................................................................................ 27
Figure 32.Timing Chart................................................................................................ 28
Figure 33.Horizontal timing details and pixel numbering for the CCD array. EIA............................ 29
Figure 34.Vertical timing details for interlaced. EIA ............................................................. 29
Figure 35.Physical Dimensions ....................................................................................... 44
Figure 36.Spectral Response for AG-7000 .......................................................................... 45
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List of Tables ix
List of Tables
Table 1Pin Description ........................................................................................ 23
Table 2D-Sub 15-Pin Pinout .................................................................................. 24
Table 3Alphabetical Table of Camera Commands ........................................................ 31
Table 4AG-7000 Product Specifications Table............................................................. 43

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Software Introduction 1
1. AG-7000 Camera Control Software
1Introduction
The AG-7000 is an auto-gated, image intensified CCD camera. This software opens the RS-232 serial
port (COM). This document addresses the JAI AG-7000 camera software available for download at
www.jai.com.
1.1 Software Installation
Following are instructions to install the AG-7000 Camera Software on a PC.
1.1.1 Before Installing the Camera Control Software
Before installing the Camera Control Software, please note the following.
The AG-7000 camera control software is tested for Microsoft Windows 2000 and XP operating
systems.
We recommend that you use small fonts for the Display Properties dialog box in the control
panel.
The AG-7000 camera control software requires one free communication port that is not in
conflict with other peripherals such as the mouse or modem.
1.1.2 Installing the Software
To install the AG-7000 camera control software, follow the steps below.
1. Download the AG-7000 software from the JAI, Inc. web site at www.jai.com.
2. Locate the software by going to the camera description (AG-7000) and clicking on the Software
link, or searching using the site search feature.
3. Click on the “Save” button to save a compressed copy of the software to the hard drive of your
system.
Note: If you go to software and download based on the camera description, for example, AG-7000,
the software download is the correct, and latest released version.

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Figure 1. Use Save to download a copy of the software.
The software is compressed, use decompression software to create the installation directory.
Figure 2. Right click to extract the compressed files.
By choosing to “Extract to folder...” (C: normally indicates the hard drive that includes the desktop)
the directory is in the same place as the download, and can be easily moved to any desired location.

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Figure 3. The extraction directory has the same name as the zip file.
3.Open the directory and double-click on setup to begin the AG-7000 software install.
4.Follow the installation instructions.
Note: You can change the installation directory if you want.
1.1.2.1 Uninstalling Previous AG-7000 JAI, Inc. Software
If you already have AG-7000 software on your hard drive, the installer asks to uninstall the
software.
Accepting the uninstall allows the existing software to be removed. The installer then closes.
To initiate a new installation it is necessary to click “Setup” again.
Figure 4. Uninstall Existing AG-7000 Software

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1.1.3 Fresh Installation of the AG-7000 Software
Start by clicking on the Setup icon in the software folder.
Click Next to begin a clean install.
Figure 5. Clean Install of AG-7000 Software
Accept the default installation path by clicking Next, if there is room on the hard drive. Use
the browse button if you wish to set a different installation path.
Click the Next button twice to begin the actual software installation.
Figure 6. Accept the default install path.

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Figure 7. A bar indicates installation progress.
Figure 8. The installer asks to close.
It is not necessary to restart the computer after installing the AG-7000 software.
Click on the Windows Start menu to access a shortcut to the AG-7000 software.
Click on the JAI_AG-7000 icon to start the software.
Figure 9. A shortcut provides easy access to the ICCD software.
1.2 Using the AG-7000 Software
You must connect a camera via an RS-232 cable to the computer and power it up before starting the
camera control software.
Start the AG-7000 software by clicking on the Start menu, and then selecting JAI_AG-7000 and
clicking the JAI_AG-7000 shortcut on the right.

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1.2.1 The Main Screen
The main screen offers several menus. Click on File in the menu bar to access the following:
Figure 10. Main Screen File Menu
1.2.1 (a) Preferences
Selecting Preferences opens a separate window that allows the user to set the COM port the camera
will use to interface with the computer. Set the port number by selecting it in the COM Port drop
down list box. The system defaults to the COM port number where the camera is attached.
Figure 11. Set the COM Port
1.2.1 (b) Load Settings
Selecting Load Settings causes the camera to open a separate window that allows the user to select
the camera settings they will use to interface with the computer. The factory defaults are saved in
the camera. Users can access UserSet1 and UserSet2 once settings have been saved into the camera.

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Figure 12. Load Settings Selections
1.2.1 (c) Save Settings
Selecting Save Settings causes the camera to open a separate window that allows the user to save
their currently configured camera settings. As a user you can create UserSet1 and UserSet2 by
selecting the appropriate line of the drop down menu. Factory Defaults cannot be overwritten.
Figure 13. Saving Settings
1.2.1 (d) Exit
Selecting Exit closes the JAI AG-7000 Camera Control program.

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1.3 Camera Control Main Window
The camera is configured using the main window.
The main window has these controls from left to right:
AGC
AGC Gain
AGC Level
AGC Max Val
AGC Mode
Video
Gamma
Vertical Mode
Trigger
MFI Input
MFI Termination
Trigger Mode
Zoom Control
Zoom In Coarse
Zoom In Fine
Zoom Out Coarse
Zoom Out Fine
Focus Control
Focus In Coarse
Focus In Fine
Focus Out Coarse
Focus Out Fine
Iris Control
Iris Open Coarse
Iris Open Fine
Iris Closed Coarse
Iris Closed Fine
1.4 Control Details
Figure 14. AGC Controls Set

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1.4.1 AGC
The automatic gain and exposure control determines how the camera responds to incoming light. In
automatic mode, the camera varies its internal gain and shutter speed to get a consistent exposure
based on the setting of the other AGC parameters. In manual mode the Manual Gain setting and
Shutter Speed control may be adjusted to get the desired exposure.
1.4.1.1 Manual Gain
The Manual Gain allows you to set the system gain. The range is from 5dB to 32dB. The Manual
Gain control is only operative when the AGC Mode is set to Manual.
1.4.1.2 AGC Level
The AGC Level setting determines the desired exposure level when the AGC Mode is set to
Automatic. The units are arbitrary and vary from 0 to 255. A higher Level setting will result in a
brighter image.
1.4.1.3 AGC Max Gain
The AGC Max Gain setting specifies the maximum system gain that will be applied when AGC Mode is
set to Automatic.
1.4.1.4 AGC Mode
In Automatic Mode the system will automatically adjust the gain to maintain a consistent exposure
level. In Manual Mode the user may adjust the Manual Gain to obtain the desired exposure level.
1.4.2 Video
Figure 15. Gamma Control
1.4.2.1 Gamma
Gamma adjustment affects the linearity of the video signal with respect to the incoming light. The
software offers two gamma options, 1.0 and 0.45. The 1.0 setting captures an image while
maintaining a linear relationship between incoming light and output video level. The 0.45 setting
creates a nonlinear relationship that corrects for the nonlinear manner in which most video monitors
display an image. The 0.45 setting is typically used when an image will be viewed on a video
monitor. The 1.0 setting is typically used when the image will be captured by a frame grabber and
undergo subsequent image processing.

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1.4.2.2 Vertical Mode
Figure 16. Vertical Mode Control
The frame mode is the standard interlaced method of horizontal line transfer. In the first field, the
odd lines are transferred, in the second field the even lines are transferred. This is the normal
mode of operation, each pixel is integrated for an entire field. Vertical resolution is good but there
is a tendency to show vertical Moire when compared with field mode.
In field mode, during each transfer, two adjacent lines are summed together and shifted out. This
increases the sensitivity by a factor of two but reduces vertical resolution.
1.4.3 Trigger
Figure 17. MFI Input & Trigger Mode
1.4.3.1 MFI Input (Multi-Function Input)
The DB15 input connector available on the rear panel serves multiple functions. The MFI Input
selection allows the operator to choose the one that best serves the application.
VD Input is used for genlocking to a vertical drive input
CSYNC is used for genlocking to a composite sync input
Trigger input is used for one of several trigger modes
1.4.3.2 MFI Termination
This control allows the option of terminating the MFI in either 75 ohms or a high impedance.
HiZ setting terminates in a high impedance
75 ohm terminates in 75 ohms
1.4.3.3 Trigger Mode
Off: No triggering
Async Reset – Single pulse on the trigger input causes the video timing to reset to the start of a
video frame
Edge Pre-select
Pulse Width Mode
Note: Trigger mode should not be used with this camera. Default = OFF. Edge Pre-select and Pulse
Width Mode can possibly damage the intensifier, if not controlled properly.