Step 4 — Install AutoVISION
AutoVISION can be found on the Microscan Tools Drive that is packaged with the camera.
1. Follow the prompts to install AutoVISION from the Tools Drive.
2. Click on the AutoVISION icon to run the program.
Note: AutoVISION can also be installed from the Download Center at www.microscan.com.
Minimum System Requirements
• Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
• Internet Explorer 7 or higher
• 2GB RAM/128MB Video RAM (Windows 7)
• 750MB hard drive space
• 16-bit color display
• 3.0 Windows Experience Index
Step 2 — Connect the System
1. Mount the camera (1) as required by the application.
2. Connect the Ethernet Cordset (7) from “B” on the camera (1) to the network.
3. Connect the power supply (6) to “3” on the QX-1 (2).
4. Connect the trigger (8) to “T” on the QX-1 (2).
5. Connect the “Common” Cordset (3) to “2” on the QX-1 and “A” on the camera.
6. Plug in the power supply (6).
1
3
Ethernet Configuration
(Standard Vision HAWK)
8
6
7
2
Ethernet Configuration
(Vision HAWK C-Mount)
1
3
8
6
7
2
Step 3 — Mount and Position the Camera
1. Position the camera at a focal distance of one inch or more from a test object.
2. Tip the camera relative to the object to avoid the glare of direct (specular) reflection. The case parting
line should be perpendicular to the plane of the symbol by either pitching the symbol or the camera
as shown. Avoid excessive skew or pitch. Maximum skew is ±30°; maximum pitch is ±30°.
Proper lighting is critical to the success of a machine vision application. The Vision HAWK features
integrated high-output LED lighting (non-C-Mount version only). Depending on the requirements of
your application, you may also need to add external lighting from Microscan’s NERLITE family of
machine vision lighting products.
Consider the following:
• Is the surface of the object flat, slightly bumpy, or very bumpy?
• Is the surface matte or shiny?
• Is the object curved or flat?
• What is the color of the object or area being inspected?
• Is the object moving or stationary?
Machine vision lighting should maximize contrast of the areas or features being inspected while
minimizing the contrast of everything else.
Camera / Object Positioning
(Standard Vision HAWK)
Camera / Object Positioning
(Vision HAWK C-Mount)
For most C-Mount lenses:
• Loosen all lens screws to
allow free lens movement.
• Install first set screw in
the available slot.
• Remove one lens screw
and install second set screw
to allow for adjustment.
Important: Configuration
details may vary by lens
model.
Step 5 — Connect to the Camera
After you launch AutoVISION, you will see the Select a device to start editing a job view.
Note: If there is a default job on the camera, AutoVISION will automatically skip the Connect step and you
will see the Image view.
1. Select your camera from the Select Device dropdown menu.
2. Click the Modify button beneath the camera settings details to change camera settings.
3. Choose whether you want to create a new job, load a job (.avp), or upload a job from the camera.
Note: The Vision
HAWK’s default
IP address is:
192.168.0.10.
Set your PC to
the same subnet
(192.168.0.100,
for example).
Configuration and Quick Start Guide
Vision HAWK Smart Camera
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Step 1 — Check Hardware
The list of hardware below can be used in a variety of applications and configurations. Consult with
Microscan for further information about which items are most appropriate for your application.
Item Description Part Number
1Vision HAWK Smart Camera GMV-6800-XXXXG
2QX-1 Interface Device 98-000103-02
3Cordset, Common, M12 12-pin Plug to M12 12-pin Socket, 1 m 61-000162-01
4Cordset, Host, Serial, M12 12-pin Plug to DB9, 1 m 61-000152-01
5Cordset, Host, Serial, M12 12-pin Socket to DB9, 1 m 61-000153-01
6Power Supply, M12 12-pin Socket, 1.3 m 97-000012-03
7Cordset, Host, Ethernet, M12 8-pin Plug to RJ45, 1 m 61-000160-01
8Trigger, M12 4-pin Plug, NPN, Dark On, 2 m 99-000020-02
9Cordset, C-Mount-to-Smart Series Light (not shown) 61-000207-01
Note: Additional cordsets available in the Microscan Product Pricing Catalog.
Step 6 — Evaluate a Captured Image and Auto Calibrate
You will see the Image view after selecting your device. This view allows you to evaluate your first image
capture, providing information such as image size and a histogram. Click the Auto Calibration button to
set optimal camera parameters automatically. You can also adjust Exposure, Gain, and Focus as needed,
and set the desired Lighting Mode.
Step 7 — Create Your First Job with AutoVISION
After you have evaluated a captured image and Auto Calibrated the camera in the Image view, you will
move to the Edit view. This interface allows you to set camera parameters, add machine vision tools to
captured images, set tool parameters, and configure I/O inspection outputs.
Step 8 — Explore the Interface
The Edit view features a large image area with tool icons above and tool parameters below or to the right
depending on user preference. When a tool is selected, its specific parameters appear.
Tools that have been added are shown in the job list to the left of the image area, below Camera.
Image settings can be controlled using the icons in the corners of the image area.
