Optronis CP70-12-M/C-188 User manual

Optronis CoaXPress Cameras
CamPerform CP70 Series
User Manual
CP70-12-M/C-188
Document Reference
1874-SU-01-I
Release Date
29/01/2018

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About this manual
Thank you for using an Optronis product.
The purpose of this document is to provide a description of Optronis CP70-12-188 camera.
Please read this manual thoroughly before operating your new camera for the first time. Please follow all
instructions and observe warnings.
This document is subject to change without notice and corresponds to the last camera firmware version.
You can check product page download area to be sure you are using:
•Last manual version
•Last firmware version
http://optronis.com/en/products/camperform-cp70-12-mc-188/
Support
We hope that this manual can answer your questions, but should you have any further questions or if you
wish to claim a service or warranty case, please contact your local dealer or refer to the Optronis support.
You can contact our support by using our website or by email at the following address:
[e-mail] . To process your request efficiently please prepare following information:
•Camera Model name: CP70-M/C-188. (See label at the bottom side of the camera).
•Serial-Number: 1xxx-ST-XXX. (See label at the bottom side of the camera).
•Frame Grabber Model
•Cable type (BNC or Din 1.0/2.3, adapter types…)
•Operating System (Windows 7/10/32bit/64bit …)
•Short description of the problem
Contacts
To contact us, please use the information below.
Address
OPTRONIS GMBH
Ludwigstr. 2
D-77694 Kehl
Germany
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website
http://optronis.com/en/
Contact Form
http://optronis.com/en/kontakt/
General Inquiries
[e-mail]
Sales
[e-mail]
Support
[e-mail]

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Table of Contents
1General............................................................................................................................................................ 6
1.1 Declaration of Conformity....................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 RoHS Compliance .................................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Standards ................................................................................................................................................ 7
1.4 Remarks...................................................................................................................................................7
2Getting Started................................................................................................................................................ 8
2.1 Scope of Delivery.....................................................................................................................................8
2.2 General Precautions................................................................................................................................ 8
2.2.1 Environmental Conditions ................................................................................................................. 8
2.2.2 Camera Handling................................................................................................................................8
2.3 Setting Up System ................................................................................................................................... 9
2.3.1 Typical System Configuration ............................................................................................................9
2.3.2 Set Up Lenses.....................................................................................................................................9
2.3.3 Optical Considerations.....................................................................................................................10
3Camera Overview .......................................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Model Description.................................................................................................................................11
3.1.1 Model Name and Options................................................................................................................11
3.2 Technical Data .......................................................................................................................................12
3.2.1 General Info .....................................................................................................................................12
3.2.2 Spectral Response............................................................................................................................13
3.2.3 Glass Filter........................................................................................................................................13
3.2.4 Mechanical Drawings - Dimensions and Mounting Points ..............................................................14
4Camera Main Features .................................................................................................................................. 17
4.1 Frame Format........................................................................................................................................17
4.1.1 Supported Pixel Formats..................................................................................................................17
4.1.2 Single ROI .........................................................................................................................................17
4.1.3 Dual ROI ...........................................................................................................................................18
4.2 Available CXP Configurations ................................................................................................................23
4.3 Acquisition Control - Frame Generation and Synchronization .............................................................23
4.4 TriggerActivation................................................................................................................................... 24
4.5 Frame Rate and Exposure .....................................................................................................................24
4.5.1 Synchronization timings...................................................................................................................25
4.5.2 Max & Min FPS.................................................................................................................................29
4.5.3 Max & Min Exposure Time...............................................................................................................29

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4.6 Sync Out Output....................................................................................................................................29
4.7 Image Enhancement .............................................................................................................................30
4.7.1 Hot Pixels Correction .......................................................................................................................30
4.7.2 Gain.................................................................................................................................................. 30
4.8 Counter Information .............................................................................................................................30
4.9 Multi Slope (HDR) mode........................................................................................................................30
4.9.1 Multi Slope Parameters ...................................................................................................................30
4.9.2 Multi Slope Principle........................................................................................................................31
4.9.3 Multi-Slope Example........................................................................................................................31
5Camera Hardware Interface.......................................................................................................................... 32
5.1 Connectors and LED ..............................................................................................................................32
5.1.1 Identify Connectors and LED Positions ............................................................................................32
5.1.2 Powering Camera.............................................................................................................................32
5.1.3 CoaXPress Connectors .....................................................................................................................33
5.1.4 Auxiliary Connector..........................................................................................................................34
5.1.5 CoaXPress Status LEDs .....................................................................................................................36
6Camera Control Interface.............................................................................................................................. 37
6.1 GenICam XML Interface ........................................................................................................................37
6.1.1 CoaXPress GenICam Compliant Interface........................................................................................37
6.1.2 XML Entry Access Mode...................................................................................................................37
6.1.3 XML Entry Types Description ...........................................................................................................37
6.1.4 XML Entry Allowed Values ............................................................................................................... 37
6.1.5 XML Masked Values.........................................................................................................................38
6.1.6 Acquisition/Live Stop Required........................................................................................................38
6.2 XML Main Entries - Features Description..............................................................................................39
7Firmware Update .......................................................................................................................................... 43
8Revisions........................................................................................................................................................ 44
8.1 Manual Revision.................................................................................................................................... 44
8.2 Firmware Revision.................................................................................................................................44

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Table of Figures
Figure 1: Typical System .......................................................................................................................................9
Figure 2: Field of View ........................................................................................................................................10
Figure 3: Camera Model Name Decoder ............................................................................................................11
Figure 4: Camera Serial Number Decoder ..........................................................................................................11
Figure 5: Camera Spectral Response ..................................................................................................................13
Figure 6: Glass Filter typical transmittance (1830-SS-10 IR Filter)......................................................................13
Figure 7: CP70 Dimensions (with F-Mount option) ............................................................................................16
Figure 8: Camera Single ROI control ...................................................................................................................18
Figure 9: Camera Dual ROI control .....................................................................................................................19
Figure 10: Camera output image when using dual ROI ......................................................................................21
Figure 11: Sync Timings ......................................................................................................................................25
Figure 12: Multi-Slope control............................................................................................................................31
Figure 13: CP70 HW Identification......................................................................................................................32
Figure 14: CP70 Power Connector......................................................................................................................33
Figure 15: CP70 Auxiliary Connector ..................................................................................................................34
Figure 23: Sync In Input Schematics ...................................................................................................................35
Figure 24: Sync Out Output Schematics .............................................................................................................35
Figure 25: Camera Series Selection ....................................................................................................................43
Figure 26: Software Interface ............................................................................................................................. 43

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1General
1.1 Declaration of Conformity

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1.2 RoHS Compliance
CamPerform CP70-12-M-188 cameras are Pb free manufactured.
1.3 Standards
The camera has been developed according to following standards:
•CoaXPress Standard Version 1.1.1 - JIIA CXP-001-2015
•GenICam SFNC 2.3
•GenICam PFNC 2.1
1.4 Remarks
The following signs are used in this user manual to highlight some information:
Remarks and additional information.
Attention, warnings.

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2Getting Started
2.1 Scope of Delivery
The camera is delivered together with:
•Quick Start Guide
•Lens mount (option):
/CM = C Mount
/FM = F Mount
/FMG = F mount for Nikon G-Lens series
/M42x1
/T2
Custom mounts on request
•Synchronization adapter: Camera Aux. IO to BNC Sync in
•External power supply (option)
•USB programming cable (option)
2.2 General Precautions
2.2.1 Environmental Conditions
Recommended environmental conditions are:
Temperature range during operation:
< + 40°C / ~ + 104°F (ambient temperature)
> 0°C / ~ + 32°F (ambient temperature)
Humidity:
< 80%
Optronis does not guaranty camera operation beyond above conditions and camera
lifetime might be reduced.
2.2.2 Camera Handling
Please be careful when using camera. Pay attention especially to:
Camera power
Please be careful when powering camera. Use power over
Coaxpress (PoCXP) or delivered external power supply (option).
Temperature and Humidity
Please respect recommended conditions. You may use controlled
airflow or heatsinks to keep camera in better temperature
conditions.
Direct sun light
Please avoid direct-sun light, camera sensor may be damaged.
Dust and Cleaning
The camera is produced in a dust-controlled environment. Please
be careful when changing lens, mount or accessing any part close
to the sensor.
Always unplug the camera before cleaning it. Do not use cleaning
liquids or sprays. Instead, use a dry and soft duster.
Do not open the housing of the camera.
Warranty becomes void if the camera housing is opened.

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2.3 Setting Up System
2.3.1 Typical System Configuration
A typical system with Optronis CoaXPress camera is composed of:
•An Optronis CoaXPress camera
•CoaXPress cables
•An acquisition and control system (a PCI CoaXPress Frame Grabber in a PC)
•A Control Software based on Frame Grabber features
•Optional features (External power supply, External synchronization system, etc…).
Here is an illustration of such a system:
Figure 1: Typical System
2.3.2 Set Up Lenses
Please be careful when installing or removing camera lens. Depending on your lens mount type and lens, pay
attention to following points:
•If your lens has a mounting mark, first align lens-holder and lens mounting marks and then rotate
anti-clockwise to lock the lens. To remove the lens, unlock the lens-holder silver clip and rotate
clockwise until marks are aligned. Then remove the lens.
•If your lens has a screw thread, rotate anti-clockwise to remove it and clockwise to installing it.
•If you are removing the lens from the camera, always use a cap on the camera to avoid dust
infiltration.
Use also caps on both lens sides for the same reason.
•Do not forget to remove the cap of your lens before using the camera.

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2.3.3 Optical Considerations
A typical optical system can be represented as below.
Figure 2: Field of View
Using above notations:
The sensor size depends on frame dimension:
 ==×_+ _
To select a lens, you can use above formula:
 = =


(distances in millimeters, mm)
Alternatively, if you already have a lens, you can compute working distance using above formula:
 = =×󰇡+
󰇢
(distances in millimeters, mm)
Examples:
•PixelSize = 0.008mm
•Full resolution 1696 x 1708
•FoW = Object size = 100 mm
•WD = 300 mm
= 0,008 ×1696+ 1708=19,26
 =300
1 + 100
19,26
~48,5 
Selected focal length = 50 mm.
Same example but using a 35mm lens.
 =35 ×1 + 100
19,26~217 
Object must be set at least at WD = 217 mm.

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3Camera Overview
3.1 Model Description
3.1.1 Model Name and Options
CamPerform camera series decoding information are illustrated here after. Check camera label on the
bottom side to get both:
•Ref.:
Camera Model Name (see Figure 3)
•S/N.:
Camera Serial Number (see Figure 4)
Figure 3: Camera Model Name Decoder
Figure 4: Camera Serial Number Decoder

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3.2 Technical Data
3.2.1 General Info
Feature
Comments
Power Source
External power supply or Power over CoaXPress (PoCXP):
+ 24V +/- 5% DC
< 200mV ripple
Sensor resolution
4080 x 3072
Frame rate @ max. sensor res
188 fps
Image sensor
CMV12000 Global Shutter CMOS
Exposure Time
30 µs - 1/Framerate
Active Area
22.44 mm x 16.90 mm
Sensor Diagonal Dimension
28.09 mm
Pixel Size
5.5 µm
A/D Conversion
10Bit, 8 Bit
Dynamic
60 dB
Sensitivity
4.64 V/lux*s @525 nm
Saturation capacity (FWC)
12300 e-
SNR
40.9 dB
DSNU1288
160 e-
PRNU1288
1.3%
Non-linearity error
< 0.5%
Shutter efficiency
global electronic shutter
Trigger signal
TTL, 3.3 - 5 V, 10 mA, optically isolated
Trigger modes
internal free-run, external, CXP
Video Interface
CoaxPress
CXP6, CXP5, CXP3 – 4 links
Uplink
Over CoaxPress
Mounting Screws
4 x M4 (depth 6mm) in front
4 x M2.5 (depth 5mm) at camera rear
2 x M4 (depth 6mm) on each 4 sides (8 in total)
1 x ¼ - 20 UNC (depth 6mm) on center of each 4 sides (4 in total)
Power consumption
Approximately 8.5 Watt
CoaXPress connectors
CoaxPress 4 x 1.0/2.3 DIN
Size
85 mm x 85 mm x 49 (without mount)
Weight
Approximately 400g without lens and mount

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3.2.2 Spectral Response
Figure 5: Camera Spectral Response
3.2.3 Glass Filter
Color cameras (CP70-12-C-188 model) are delivered with an IR filter placed in front of the sensor. Its typical
transmittance is illustrated on Figure 6.
Figure 6: Glass Filter typical transmittance (1830-SS-10 IR Filter)

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3.2.4 Mechanical Drawings - Dimensions and Mounting Points

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4Camera Main Features
This paragraph describes camera main features and how they can be used. It focuses on principles and
overall understanding of these features. The camera control interface and specific values used to access
these features are detailed in later paragraph”6.2. XML Main Entries - Features Description, page 39”.
As explained later, these features are controlled by an XML file divided in “entries”. XML entries are using this
special text font for better identification in this paragraph.
Please check also”6.2. XML Main Entries - Features Description, page 39”paragraph to have a precise
description of allowed values for each entry.
4.1 Frame Format
4.1.1 Supported Pixel Formats
The camera supports the following pixel formats:
•Mono 8
•Bayer GB8 (Color cameras only)
•Mono10_CXP1_0 (used only for retro compatibility)
•Mono 10
•Bayer GB10 (Color cameras only)
Pixel format is controlled by XML entry:
•PixelFormat
4.1.2 Single ROI
The full frame resolution of the camera is:
•4080 x 3072
The resolution can be reduced in both directions. Resolution is controlled by XML entries:
•Width / WidthMax
•Height / HeightMax
When reducing the resolution, the ROI is centered in both directions by default. ROI position is controlled by
XML entries:
•OffsetX
•OffsetY

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Figure 8: Camera Single ROI control
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•Disable_DUAL_ROI
•Width / OffsetX
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•YStart_2 / YSize_2
•Height = YSize_1 + YSize_2,must be updated manually after setting YSize_1 and YSize_2.
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Figure 9: Camera Dual ROI control

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•Stop Acquisition
•Set Width / OffsetX according your needs. Both ROI share the same Width / OffsetX.
•Set Disable_DUAL_ROI to “Off”
•Set ROIs parameters YStart_1/ YSize_1 and YStart_2/ YSize_2following these rules
(Width + Offset X) ≤ WidthMax
(YStart_1+ YSize_1) < YStart_2
(YStart_1+ YSize_1) + (YStart_+ YSize_2) ≤ HeightMax
•Set Height = YSize_1 + YSize_2