JAI CV-M77 User manual

CV-M77
Progressive Scan Camera
CV-M77
Operation Manual
Camera: Revision A
Manual: Version 1.0
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1General...................................................................................................................... 5
2Standard Composition............................................................................................. 5
3Main Features ........................................................................................................... 5
4Camera Housing and Dimensions .......................................................................... 6
5Pin Assignment ........................................................................................................ 7
5.1 12-pin Multi-connector (DC-IN/SYNC.).................................................................................... 7
5.2 6-pin Multi-connector (RS 232C/TRIGGER)............................................................................ 7
5.3 9-pin DSUB-connector (RGB/SYNC.) .....................................................................................8
5.4 Input and Output Circuits.........................................................................................................9
5.4.1 Video input ........................................................................................................................... 9
5.4.2 Trigger input ........................................................................................................................ 9
5.4.3 HD and VD input ..................................................................................................................9
5.4.4 HD, VD, PCLK, WEN and EEN output.................................................................................... 9
6Functions and Operation....................................................................................... 10
6.1 Input/Output of HD/VD Signal................................................................................................ 10
6.1.1 Input of External HD/VD signals......................................................................................... 10
6.1.2 Output of Internal HD/VD signals ....................................................................................... 10
6.2 Continuous operation ............................................................................................................10
6.3 External Trigger Mode...........................................................................................................10
6.3.1 Edge Pre-select Trigger Mode ........................................................................................... 10
6.3.2 Pulse Width Control Trigger Mode ..................................................................................... 11
6.3.3 Frame-delay Readout Mode .............................................................................................. 12
6.3.4 Long Time Exposure Mode ................................................................................................ 12
6.4 Timing diagram for Horizontal and Vertical Sync. Video Output ........................................... 13
6.5 Timing diagram for Edge Pre-select mode............................................................................ 14
6.6 Timing diagram for Pulse Width Control mode...................................................................... 14
6.7 Timing diagram for Frame-delay Readout mode................................................................... 14
6.8 Timing diagram for Long Time Exposure mode .................................................................... 15
7Configuring the camera using the serial interface.............................................. 16
7.1 Mode Setting using ASCII commands via the RS-232C port. ............................................... 16
7.2 Communication setting..........................................................................................................16
7.3 Command Protocol................................................................................................................16
7.3.1 Receiving Data (Camera->PC) ..........................................................................................17
7.4 RS232C Cable Connections.................................................................................................. 18
8Switch Settings ...................................................................................................... 19
8.1 Mode Settings by Switch ....................................................................................................... 19
8.2 Signals by Switch Settings ....................................................................................................19
8.2.1 SW301 switch ....................................................................................................................19
8.2.2 SW302 switch ....................................................................................................................20
8.2.3 SW303 switch ....................................................................................................................20
9Jumper settings ..................................................................................................... 21
9.1 Jumper locations ................................................................................................................... 21
9.2 Jumper table.......................................................................................................................... 22
10 CV-M77 Camera Control Tool................................................................................ 23
11 Specifications......................................................................................................... 25
11.1 Spectral sensitivity ............................................................................................................. 26
12 Appendix................................................................................................................. 27
12.1 Precautions ........................................................................................................................ 27
12.2 Typical CCD Characteristics .............................................................................................. 27
12.2.1 Smear ............................................................................................................................. 27
12.2.2 Aliasing ........................................................................................................................... 27
12.2.3 Blemishes .......................................................................................................................27
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12.2.4 Patterned Noise .............................................................................................................. 27
12.3 References......................................................................................................................... 27
13 Users Record.......................................................................................................... 28
14 Index........................................................................................................................ 28
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1 General
The CV-M77 camera is a compact RGB color progressive scan camera designed for automated
imaging applications. The 1/3" CCD sensor with square pixels and primary mosaic filter offers a
superb image quality and the build in DSP assures high color reproduction.
The camera incorporates several triggered modes and various shutter functions to capture moving
objects and to control the light. All camera mode settings can be controlled via an RS-232C
interface or by the switch at the rear of the camera.
The CV-M77 camera is ideal for demanding color applications such as color inspection, gauging
and color printing.
The latest version of this manual can be downloaded from: www.jai.com .
The latest version of the Camera Control Tool software can be downloaded from: www.jai.com .
2 Standard Composition
The standard camera composition consists of the camera main body and the operation manual.
3 Main Features
• New 1/3” full frame progressive scan interline transfer CCD
• RGB Primary color mosaic filters on chip
• 1034 (h) x 779 (v) 4.65µm square pixels (1024 x 768 pixels read out) – XGA format
• 25 full frames RGB video output per second
• Internal, external HD/VD or random trigger synchronization
• Edge pre-select and pulse width controlled external trigger modes
• Programmable shutter speed from 1.5 H to 791 H
• Long time exposure with external VD pulse interval
• Frame delay readout for edge pre-select and pulse width controlled shutter
• Exposure enable EEN, write enable WEN and pixel clock output
• Short ASCII commands for fast mode setup via serial port
• Windows Camera Control Tool software to setup the camera via RS 232C
• Pixel clock output optional
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4 Camera Housing and Dimensions
SW1
(0.3)
(3.54)
(1.02)
(1.02)
(19.7)
(19.7)
(0.2)
(0.2)
(1.57)
(1.97)
1 (C-Mount)
4-M3 depth5
4-M3 depth5
26
550
7.6
90
550
26
40
50
SYNC/ RGB
DC
IN
TRIG
RS-232C
MG
B
R
2 (CCD chip)
7
6
4
3
5
8
11
Figure 4-1
1 Lens mount of C-mount type. *1)
2 1/3" interline transfer CCD progressive scan sensor with square pixels and
primary mosaic filter
3 R Gain Potentiometer. To adjust Red gain level manually.
4 B Gain Potentiometer. To adjust Blue gain level manually.
5 MG Gain Potentiometer. To adjust Master gain level manually.
6 6 pin connector for RS 232C signals, input of ext. trigger pulse and WEN output.
7 12 pin connector for +12V DC power and HD/VD input/output.
8 9 pin D-Sub connector for RGB video output, video synchronization output and
pixel clock output.
9 Switch to set shutter speed and function mode.
10 Screw holes for tripod mounting plate (optional plate)
11 4 M3 mounting threads. *2)
*1) Note: Rear protrusion on C-mount lens must be less than 6mm (0.24-inch approx.)
*2) Note: Notice depth of thread is only 5mm. Too long screws may harm inside electronics.
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5 Pin Assignment
3
456
7
8
9
10
11 12
1
2
5.1 12-pin Multi-connector (DC-IN/SYNC.)
Type: HR10A-10R-12PB-01 (Hirose male)
Seen from rear.
Pin No. 5.1.1.1 Signal 5.1.1.2 Remarks
1 5.1.1.3 GND
2 +12V DC input
3 GND
4 NC
5 GND
6* Ext.HD input SW-S301.1 “ON” for 75Ωtermination, SW-S303.1 “OFF” for HD output
7* Ext.VD input SW-S301.2 “ON” for 75Ωtermination, SW-S303.2 “OFF” for VD output
8 GND
9* NC PCLK out: JP305 “short”, JP306 “open”
10* WEN NC: JP309 and JP310 “open”. GND: JP308 “open” JP309 and JP310 “short”
11* Ext. trigger NC: JP401 and JP301* “open”. +12V DC JP401 “short” and JP301* “open”
12 GND
Notes:
*) Signals on pin no. 6, 7,9,10 and 11 can be changed by jumper setting.
See section 8 “Switch Settings” and section 9 “Jumper Settings ” for more information.
*) In Edge Pre-select and Pulse Width Control mode do not input ext. VD signal.
*) When using the HD/VD, PCLK and WEN signals (input or output) from the 12-pin
connector do not use the same signals (input or output) from the 9 pin D-SUB connector.
*) JP301 is “short” by a capacitor (factory setting – see section 9 “Jumper Settings”.
*) Signals shown in bold italics are factory settings.
5.2 6-pin Multi-connector (RS 232C/TRIGGER)
Type: HR10A-7R-6PB (Hirose male)
Seen from rear.
Pin No. 5.2.1.1 Signal 5.2.1.2 Remarks
1 TXD (RS-232C)
2 RXD (RS-232C)
3 GND
4* NC GND: JP402 “short”
5 Ext.TRIG input
6* EEN output WEN out: JP312 “open” and JP311 “short”
Notes:
*) Signals on pin no. 4 and 6 can be changed by jumper setting.
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See section 8 “Switch Settings” and section 9 “Jumper Settings ” for more information.
*) When using the WEN signal from the 6 pin connector do not use the same signal from the
9 pin connector.
*) Signals shown in bold italics are factory settings.
5.3 9-pin DSUB-connector (RGB/SYNC.)
Pin No. 5.3.1.1 Signal 5.3.1.2 Remarks
1* NC VD input: JP303 “open” and JP304 “short”
2 GND
3 R output
4* G output Sync. on G: SW302-3 “ON”
5 B output
6* HD input HDinput: SW303-1 “ON”. HDout: SW303-1 “OFF”
7* Sync output WEN output: SW302-4 “ON”
8 GND
9* NC PCLK output: JP305 “open” and JP306 “short”
Notes:
*) Signals on pin no. 1,4, 6,7 and 9 can be changed by jumper setting.
See section 8 “Switch Settings” and section 9 “Jumper Settings ” for more information.
*) In Edge Pre-select and Pulse Width Control mode do not input ext. VD signal.
*) When using the HD/VD, PCLK and WEN signals (input or output) from the 9-pin D-SUB
connector do not use the same signals (input or output) from the 12 pin or 6 pin
connectors.
*) Signals shown in bold italics are factory settings.
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5.4 Input and Output Circuits
In the following schematic diagrams the input and output circuits for video and timing signals are
shown. For alternative connections refer to “Internal Switch and Jumper Settings”. Jumper
settings are shown as for factory default.
5.4.1 Video input
The video output signal is a 75ΩRGB video
signal. The signal level is 0.7Vpp.
Composite sync. is selectable on the green
video signal via software or the internal switch
302-3. The sync. signal level is 0.3Vpp.
5.4.2 Trigger input
The trigger input is AC coupled with a flip-flop.
The input signal level is 4V ±2V.
The trigger input impedance is 1.2 kΩor 75Ω
selectable via the internal switch S301-3.
SC104V
SC102V
SC102V
33KB
100KB
33KB
1K8B
75C
S301-3
GND
Trigger
input
+5V
5.4.3 HD and VD input
The HD and VD input circuit can be 75Ω
terminated via the internal switch S301-1 and
S301-2.
The input signal level is 4V ±2V.
SC104V
SC102V
33KB
1K8B
75C
S301-1(HD),2(VD)
GND
HD, VD
input
+5V
5.4.4 HD, VD, PCLK, WEN and EEN output
The output circuits for these signals are 75Ω
complementary emitter followers. The single
circuit delivers a TTL signal. The output level
≥4 V from 75Ω(no termination).
Int VD
Int HD
PCKL
WEN
EEN
10KB
120C
150C
10KB
220B
TTL
+5V
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6 Functions and Operation
Apart from the standard continuous operation, the CV-M77 features three external triggering
modes, Edge Pre-select, Pulse Width Control mode and Readout Delay mode. These 3 external
triggering modes operate with H non-reset. In H non-reset, the exposure will be synchronized to
the internal HD and the exposure will start at the first HD after the negative going edge of the
trigger (see figure 6-1).
Trigger
Exposure
EDGE PRE-SELECT
shutter time Read out
int. HD
H non-reset
Figure 6-1: H non-reset relation
6.1 Input/Output of HD/VD Signal
6.1.1 Input of External HD/VD signals
This setting is factory pre-set. The video output is synchronized with external HD/VD signals if
applied. If no ext. HD signal is input the camera will switch to the internal X-tal controlled HD sync.
If no ext. VD is connected the camera will continue with its internal VD.
The external HD/VD signal is factory preset to TTL signals (2.0-5.0V). The external HD/VD signals
can be 75 ohm terminated by setting the S301-1,2 switches on the PK 8308 board to ON (see
switch settings) – the signal input level is then 4.0 Vp-p ±2.0V.
6.1.2 Output of Internal HD/VD signals
In order to output internal HD/VD signals the S303-1,2 switches on the PK 8308 board have to be
set to OFF. The output can be either TTL level or from a 75Ωsource by setting the proper S301
switches on the PK 8308 board to OFF or ON (see switch settings).
6.2 Continuous operation
For applications that do not require asynchronous external trigger but run in continuous operation
this mode is used. On the camera rear panel SW1-5 to SW1-7 are set to OFF for normal internal
trigger mode. The shutter time (the exposure time) is selected by SW1-1 to SW1-4. The mode
setting and the shutter setting can be done via RS 232C control.
6.3 External Trigger Mode
The CV-M77 camera features 3 external triggering modes:
1 Edge Pre-select mode. (Asynchronous reset and exposure start by an ext. trigger pulse)
2 Pulse Width Control mode. (Exposure control by the low period of the ext. trigger pulse)
3 Readout Delay mode. (The readout is controlled by the ext. trigger and an ext. VD signal)
For all three triggering modes the exposure will start at the next internal HD as explained above (H
non-reset). The trigger input can be TTL level or 75 ohm terminated by setting the specific S301
switch on the PK 8308 board to OFF or ON (see switch settings). When 75 ohm terminated the
signal input level is 4.0 Vp-p ±2.0V.
6.3.1 Edge Pre-select Trigger Mode
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This trigger mode operates in H non-reset mode. In H non-reset mode the exposure will start at
the first internal HD after the trigger. The trigger input should be longer than or equal to 2 HD (102
µsec.) and shorter than 1msec. The external trigger pulse initiates the capture, and the exposure

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time (accumulation time) is governed by the fixed shutter speed set up by the rear panel DIP-
switches or via RS-232C control. The resulting video signal will start to be read out after the
selected shutter time. The WEN pulse indicates the start of valid video signal. Refer to timing
charts for details. A new trigger pulse must not be applied before the video read out has finished. If
the camera is synchronized to an external HD signal, there are some requirements to the phase
between the ext. HD and the Ext. trigger. The falling edge of the trigger should be less than 8 µsec
before the falling edge of the ext. HD and less than 2 µsec after the falling edge of the ext. HD (see
figure 6-2). Otherwise the jitter will be too high.
To use this mode:
Set SW1-5,6 and to SW1-7 on the rear plate of the camera to “OFF” or use the RS 232C control.
B=Less than 42µsC=More than 0.5µs
A=Less than 8µs
B=Less than 2µs
CV-M77 Input Signal Phase Relation
Phase Relation of TRIG and EXTHD
Phase Relation of EXTVD and EXTHD
EXTHD
EXTVD
BC
EXTHD
TRIG
AB AB
Figure 6-2: Input signal phase relation
6.3.2 Pulse Width Control Trigger Mode
This trigger mode where the length of the trigger pulse determines the exposure time operates in H
non-reset mode. In H non-reset mode the trigger pulse and the HD signal are synchronized. The
exposure will start at the first HD pulse after the falling edge of the external trigger signal. The
exposure ends at the rising edge of the external trigger signal. The trigger pulse must be longer
than >1H (51µsec) and shorter than 2000 H. To avoid jitter the camera should be synchronized to
an external HD. There are some requirements to the phase between the ext. HD and the Ext.
trigger. The falling edge of the trigger should appear in the interval less than 8 µsec before the
falling edge of the ext. HD and less than 2 µsec after the falling edge of the ext. HD and the rising
edge off the trigger should be fall in the interval 8 µsec before the rising edge of the ext. HD and 2
µsec after rising edge of the ext. HD. (See figure 6-2).
The resulting video signal will start to be read out after the rising edge of the external trigger signal.
The WEN pulse indicates the start of valid video signal. Refer to timing charts for details.
A new trigger pulse must not be applied before the video read out has finished.
To use this mode:
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Set SW1-5 and SW1-6 on the rear plate of the camera to “ON” and SW1-7 to OFF or use the RS
232C control to set-up the PWC mode of the camera.
6.3.3 Frame-delay Readout Mode
This trigger mode operates in H non-reset mode. In H non-reset mode the trigger and HD is
synchronized. The exposure will start at the first HD pulse after the falling edge of the external
trigger signal. The exposure ends at the rising edge of the external trigger signal. The trigger pulse
must be longer than >1H. To avoid jitter, the camera should be synchronized to an external HD.
There are some requirements to the phase between the ext. HD and the Ext. trigger. The falling
and rising edge off the trigger should be within 8 µsec. before the falling and rising edge of the ext.
HD pulse and not later than 2µsec after the falling and rising edge of the HD pulse (see fig. 6.3)
The resulting video signal will first start to be read out after the input of an external VD signal. The
readout delay should not be to long due to visible dark current noise generated in the CCD sensor.
The WEN pulse indicates the start of valid video signal. Refer to timing charts for details.
A new trigger pulse must not be applied before the video read out has finished.
To use this mode:
Set SW1-5 to SW1-7 on the rear plate of the camera to “ON” or use the RS 232C control to set-up
the Frame-delay Readout Mode of the camera.
6.3.4 Long Time Exposure Mode
The exposure time is the interval between 2 ext. VD pulses sent to the VD input of the camera.
The exposure starts after input of the first ext. VD pulse, and ends after the next input of the ext.
VD pulse, which again starts a new exposure.
The long time exposure is a continuous process where each external VD pulse will synchronize the
camera, stop on exposure, start a new exposure and read out the previous accumulated signal.
The exposure can be selected in intervals of complete vertical timing periods (=792H)
This long time exposure mode operates in H non-reset mode. In H non-reset mode the external VD
signal and the internal HD signal are synchronized. The exposure will start at the first HD pulse
after the falling edge of the external trigger signal. Se figure 6-2 for the phase relationship between
ext. HD and ext. VD pulses.
To use this mode:
Set SW1-1 to SW1-7 on the rear plate of the camera to OFF or use the RS 232C control. Apply
the continuous external VD signal.
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6.4 Timing diagram for Horizontal and Vertical Sync. Video Output
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6.5 Timing diagram for Edge Pre-select mode
1H=50.8
µ
s
Exposure time 0.5H
1.5H-2.5H
2H Min
4H
770H
Effective video
4H
17H
9H
0.5H
Exposure time
1.5H-2.5H
2H Min
TRIG
EXT HD
INT VD
EEN
INT HD
WEN
Video out
6.6 Timing diagram for Pulse Width Control mode
1H=50.8
µ
s
1H Min
0.5H-1.5H
0.5H
Exposure period
4H
770H
Effective video
4H
17H
0.5H
Exposure time
9H
0.5H-1.5H
1H-2000H
TRIG
EXT HD
INT HD
INT VD
EEN
WEN
Video out
6.7 Timing diagram for Frame-delay Readout mode
‚P‚g ‚T ‚OD‚WƒÊ‚“
1H-2000H
Delay time
0.5H
Exposure time 0.5H
1H Min
4H
770H
Effective video
4H
17H
1H
TRIG
EXT HD
INT HD
EXT VD
INT VD
EEN
WEN
Video out
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6.8 Timing diagram for Long Time Exposure mode
1H=50.8µs
1H Max
4H
4H
1V x N (2VD Min)
Exposure time
770H
17H
9H
1H Max
EXT HD
EXT VD
INT VD
EEN
WEN
Video out
Remarks:
1VD indicates 792H.
The interval of EXT VD input has to be multiple number of 1VD.
EEN is lov
INT VD
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7 Configuring the camera using the serial interface.
7.1 Mode Setting using ASCII commands via the RS-232C port.
The configuration of the CV-M77 camera can be done via the RS-232C port. The camera is to be
set up via an ASCII terminal or from a PC running terminal emulator software.
Below is the description of the ASCII based short command protocol.
The RS-232C serial interface specification for CV-M77 is:
7.2 Communication setting
Baud Rate 9600bps
Data Length 8bit
Stop Bit 1bit
Parity Non
Xon/Xoff Control Non
7.3 Command Protocol
Command Name Format Parameter Remarks
A - General settings and useful commands.
1 Echo back EB=[Param.]<CR><LF>
0=Echo off
1=Echo on
Set to 'off' when power is on.
2 Firmware program
version request VN?<CR><LF> Response is 3 letter (ex) 100
B - Timing and shutter related commands.
1 Shutter mode SM=[Param.]<CR><LF>
SM?<CR><LF>
0=Normal
1=Programmable exposure
2 Shutter speed SH=[Param.]<CR><LF>
SH?<CR><LF>
0=OFF(1/25), 1=1/50, 2=1/125,
3=1/250, 4=1/500, 5=1/750,
6=1/1000, 7=1/1500, 8=1/2000,
9=1/3000, 10=1/4000, 11=1/10000
Available when SM=0 and
TR=0 or 1or 3.
3 Programmable
exposure
PE=[Param.]<CR><LF>
PE?<CR><LF>
3-791
(1/10000s - 1/25s in 1HD
increments)
3= 1.5H(0.076ms)
4= 2.5H(0.127ms)
:
791=789.5H(40.107ms)
Available when SM=1 and
TR=0 or 1 or 3.
4 Trigger mode TR=[Param.]<CR><LF>
TR?<CR><LF>
0=Normal
1=Edge pre-select
2=Pulse width control
3=Frame delay readout
4=Long time shutter
5=PWC delay readout
5 Wen polarity WP=[Param.]<CR><LF>
WP?<CR><LF> 0=Active_L, 1=Active_H
6 G on SYNC SY=[Param.]<CR><LF>
SY?<CR><LF> 0=OFF, 1=ON
7 EEN polarity EP=[Param.]<CR><LF>
EP?<CR><LF> 0=Active_L, 1=Active_H
8 WEN/Sync switch WS=[Param.]<CR><LF>
WS?<CR><LF> 0=WEN, 1=Sync
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C - Gain and analogue signals settings.
1 AGC switch AS=[Param.]<CR><LF>
AS?<CR><LF> 0=OFF (Manual), 1=ON (Auto)
2 Master gain level GA=[Param.]<CR><LF>
GA?<CR><LF> 0-700 Available when AS=0.
3 Red gain level RG=[Param.]<CR><LF>
RG?<CR><LF> 0-255 Available when WB=0.
4 Blue gain level BG=[Param.]<CR><LF>
BG?<CR><LF> 0-255 Available when WB=0.
5 AGC level AG=[Param.]<CR><LF>
AG?<CR><LF> 0-255 Available when AS=1.
6 White balance WB=[Param.]<CR><LF>
WB?<CR><LF>
0=Manual (Variable)
1=Auto (Variable)
2=4600K (Fixed)
3=5600K (Fixed)
Sets manual gain values
(RG, BG) when changed
to 0 from other selections.
7 Auto white balance AW=[Param.]<CR><LF> 0=One push auto white balance Available when WB=1.
8 Master setup level SU=[Param.]<CR><LF>
SU?<CR><LF>
33-223
(default = 128)
9 Red setup level RS=[Param.]<CR><LF>
RS?<CR><LF>
96-160
(default = 128)
10 Blue setup level BS=[Param.]<CR><LF>
BS?<CR><LF>
96-160
(default = 128)
11 White clip level WC=[Param.]<CR><LF>
WC?<CR><LF> 0-1023
12 Gamma select GS=[Param.]<CR><LF>
GS?<CR><LF> 0=1, 1=0.45, 2=0.6
D - saving and loading data in EEPROM
1
Load settings
(from camera
EEPROM)
LD=[Param.]<CR><LF> 0=FACTORY DATA AREA
1=USER DATA AREA
2 Save settings
(to camera EEPROM) SA=[Param.]<CR><LF> 1=USER DATA AREA
Latest used DATA AREA
becomes default at next
power up.
3 Save settings into
Factory Area. SA00=[Param.]<CR><LF> 0=FACTORY DATA AREA Not disclosed for user.
4 EEPROM Current
Area No. Request EA?<CR><LF> 0=FACTORY DATA AREA 1=USER DATA AREA
7.3.1 Receiving Data (Camera->PC)
If the function succeeds, the return value is a handle to the newly allocated memory object. If the
setting succeeds, returned is the below word from the camera.
COMPLETE<CR><LF>
Error Messages:
• Command Error:
01 Unknown Command!!<CR><LF>
• Parameter Error:
02 Bad Parameters!!<CR><LF>
Response to Request Command
Example:
Request Command (PC→Camera)
Command Name Format Receiving Data(Camera→PC) Remarks
Trigger Mode TR?<CR><LF> TR=[Param.]<CR><LF> "Param." is same as
setting command.
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Response to firmware version request command
Example:
Request Command (PC→Camera)
Command Name Format Receiving Data(Camera→PC) Remarks
Version Request VN?<CR><LF> ***<CR><LF> *** is Version No.
(3 letter)
7.4 RS232C Cable Connections
1 TXD
2 RXD
3 GND
1 CD
4 DTR
6 DSR
2 RXD
3 TXD
5 GND
7 RTS
8 CTS
9 CI
9 PIN D
COM PORTCAMERA
6 PIN
4
5
6
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8 Switch Settings
Before changing any switch settings or jumper settings turn off the power.
8.1 Mode Settings by Switch
The factory setting for the SW-1 switch on the rear panel of the camera is OFF: The electronic
shutter is OFF, the external trigger modes are OFF, gamma is OFF (=1.0), the AGC is OFF and
the RS-232C control is disabled.
SW 1
OFF
(<)
ON
(>)
OFF (1/25) 1/50 1/125 1/250 1/500 1/750 1/1000 1/1500 1/2000 1/3000 1/4000 1/10000
Shutter xxxx 1 xxxx < < < < < < < < > > > >
Shutter xxxx 2 xxxx < < < < > > > > < < < <
Shutter xxxx 3 xxxx < < > > < < > > < < > >
Shutter xxxx 4 xxxx < > < > < > < > < > < >
Ext.trigger xxxx 5 xxxx < > > >
Ext.trigger xxxx 6 xxxx < < > >
Frame delay xxxx 7 xxxx < < < >
Normal
Edge
Pre-
Select
Pulse
Width
Control
Read-
out
Delay
Gamma xxxx 8 xxxx 1.0 < > 0.45
Gain xxxx 9 xxxx Manual < > Auto
Control xxxx 10 xxxx Local < > RS 232C
Figure 8-1: Rear plate switch settings
8.2 Signals by Switch Settings
On the PK8308 board inside the camera three switches exist. The switch settings determine
• Termination of external trigger, VD and HD signals
• Color temperature
• Composite sync. on green video signal
• WEN OFF/ON at DSUB connector
• Input/Output of VD and HD signals
8.2.1 SW301 switch
S301
TTL
↔75Ω
OFF ON
HD: 1
Xxxx
VD: 2 Xxxx
TRIG: 3 Xxxx
NC: 4 Xxxx
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The SW301 switches (1-3) in “ON” position activates 75Ωtermination of ext.HD and ext.VD signals
and it activates 75Ωtermination of an ext.trigger signal. The factory setting is “OFF” enabling TTL
signal termination for all three signals.
8.2.2 SW302 switch
S302
OFF ON
White - 1 xxxx
Balance 2 xxxx
Sync. on G: 3 xxxx
WEN: 4 xxxx
The SW302 switch has the following functions: The switches (1-2) determines the color
temperature, the switch (3) activates Composite sync. on the green video signal and the switch (4)
outputs the WEN signal at the DSUB connector.
The white balance is dependent on the color temperature of the light. The available settings are:
S302-1 S302-2 Color temperature
OFF OFF 2800-5600K (factory setting)
OFF ON Invalid setting
ON OFF 4600K
ON ON 5600K
The S302-3 switch adds in “ON” position the composite sync. signal to the green video signal. The
factory setting is “OFF” leaving the green RGB signal without sync. signals.
The S302-4 switch outputs in “ON” position the WEN signal via pin 7 of the 9-pin DSUB connector.
The factory setting is “OFF”. In the “OFF” position the camera outputs the composite sync. signal
via pin 7 of the 9-pin DSUB connector.
8.2.3 SW303 switch
S303
output
↔input
OFF ON
HD: 1 Xxxxx
VD: 2 xxx
The SW303 switch switches between output of internal HD/VD signals and input of external HD/VD
signals. The factory setting is input of external HD/VD signals (SW303-1 and SW303-2 in “ON”
position). The “ON” position is towards switch SW301.
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