Photon Focus MV1-R1280-50-G2 Camera Series User manual

User Manual
MV1-R1280-50-G2 Camera Series
Ultra low light CMOS camera with GigE interface
MAN066 04/2015 V1.0

All information provided in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. No
responsibility is assumed by Photonfocus AG for its use. Photonfocus AG reserves the right to
make changes to this information without notice.
Reproduction of this manual in whole or in part, by any means, is prohibited without prior
permission having been obtained from Photonfocus AG.
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Contents
1 Preface 7
1.1 AboutPhotonfocus...................................... 7
1.2 Contact............................................. 7
1.3 SalesOffices .......................................... 7
1.4 Furtherinformation...................................... 7
1.5 Legend ............................................. 8
2 Introduction 9
2.1 MV1-R1280Introduction................................... 9
3 How to get started (GigE G2) 11
3.1 Introduction .......................................... 11
3.2 HardwareInstallation..................................... 11
3.3 SoftwareInstallation ..................................... 13
3.4 Network Adapter Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.5 Network Adapter Configuration for Pleora eBUS SDK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.6 Gettingstarted ........................................ 20
4 Product Specification 25
4.1 Introduction .......................................... 25
4.2 FeatureOverview ....................................... 27
4.3 AvailableCameraModels .................................. 27
4.4 TechnicalSpecification .................................... 28
5 Functionality 31
5.1 ReductionofImageSize ................................... 31
5.1.1 RegionofInterest(ROI) ............................... 31
5.1.2 MaximalFrameRate ................................. 32
5.2 TriggerandStrobe ...................................... 33
5.2.1 Introduction ...................................... 33
5.2.2 TriggerSource..................................... 33
5.2.3 Trigger and AcquisitionMode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.2.4 ExposureTimeControl ................................ 37
5.2.5 TriggerDelay...................................... 39
5.2.6 StrobeOutput..................................... 39
5.2.7 BurstTrigger...................................... 39
5.2.8 TriggerTimingValues................................. 41
5.2.9 A/B Trigger for Incremental Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5.2.10 Missed Trigger Counters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
5.2.11 Counter Reset by an External Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
5.2.12TriggerAcquisition .................................. 47
5.3 DataPathOverview...................................... 49
5.4 GainandOffset ........................................ 50
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5.5 HotpixelCorrection...................................... 50
5.6 Crosshairs............................................ 50
5.6.1 Functionality...................................... 50
5.7 ImageInformation ...................................... 52
5.7.1 Counters and Average Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
5.7.2 StatusLine ....................................... 52
5.7.3 CameraTypeCodes.................................. 54
5.8 TestImages........................................... 54
5.8.1 Ramp .......................................... 54
5.8.2 LFSR........................................... 55
5.8.3 Troubleshooting using the LFSR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
6 Hardware Interface 57
6.1 GigEConnector ........................................ 57
6.2 PowerSupplyConnector................................... 57
6.3 Status Indicator (GigE cameras) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
6.4 Power and Ground Connection for GigE G2 Cameras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
6.5 Trigger and Strobe Signals for GigE Cameras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
6.5.1 Overview........................................ 60
6.5.2 Single-endedInputs.................................. 63
6.5.3 Single-endedOutputs ................................ 64
6.5.4 Differential RS-422 Inputs (G2 models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
6.5.5 Master / Slave Camera Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
6.5.6 I/OWiring ....................................... 67
6.6 PLCconnections........................................ 71
7 Software 73
7.1 Software for Photonfocus GigE Cameras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
7.2 PF_GEVPlayer ......................................... 73
7.2.1 PF_GEVPlayer main window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
7.2.2 GEVControlWindows ................................ 74
7.2.3 DisplayArea ...................................... 76
7.2.4 White Balance (Colour cameras only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
7.2.5 Save camera setting to a file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
7.2.6 Get feature list of camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
7.3 PleoraSDK ........................................... 77
7.4 Frequentlyusedproperties.................................. 77
7.5 Permanent Parameter Storage / Factory Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
7.6 PersistentIPaddress...................................... 78
7.7 PLC ............................................... 79
7.7.1 Introduction ...................................... 79
7.7.2 PLC Settings for ISO_IN0 to PLC_Q4 Camera Trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
7.7.3 PLC Settings for A/B Trigger from differential inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7.7.4 PLC Settings for A/B Trigger from single-ended inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
7.8 MiscellaneousProperties................................... 83
7.8.1 PixelFormat ...................................... 83
8 Mechanical Considerations 85
8.1 MechanicalInterface ..................................... 85
8.1.1 Cameras with GigE Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
8.2 AdjustingtheBackFocus................................... 86
8.3 CEcompliance......................................... 86
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9 Warranty 87
9.1 WarrantyTerms ........................................ 87
9.2 WarrantyClaim ........................................ 87
10 References 89
A Pinouts 91
A.1 PowerSupplyConnector................................... 91
B Camera Revisions 93
B.1 GeneralRemarks ....................................... 93
B.2 MV1-R1280-50-G2-16 ..................................... 93
C Document Revision History 95
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Preface
1.1 About Photonfocus
The Swiss company Photonfocus is one of the leading specialists in the development of CMOS
image sensors and corresponding industrial cameras for machine vision.
Photonfocus is dedicated to making the latest generation of CMOS technology commercially
available. Active Pixel Sensor (APS) and global shutter technologies enable high speed and
high dynamic range (120 dB) applications, while avoiding disadvantages like image lag,
blooming and smear.
Photonfocus’ product range is complemented by custom design solutions in the area of camera
electronics and CMOS image sensors.
Photonfocus is ISO 9001 certified. All products are produced with the latest techniques in order
to ensure the highest degree of quality.
1.2 Contact
Photonfocus AG, Bahnhofplatz 10, CH-8853 Lachen SZ, Switzerland
Sales Phone: [phone] Email: [email protected]
Support Phone: [phone] Email: [email protected]
Table 1.1: Photonfocus Contact
1.3 Sales Offices
Photonfocus products are available through an extensive international distribution network
and through our key account managers. Contacts to our key account managers can be found
at www.photonfocus.com.
1.4 Further information
Photonfocus reserves the right to make changes to its products and documenta-
tion without notice. Photonfocus products are neither intended nor certified for
use in life support systems or in other critical systems. The use of Photonfocus
products in such applications is prohibited.
Photonfocus is a trademark and LinLog®is a registered trademark of Photonfo-
cus AG. CameraLink®and GigE Vision®are a registered mark of the Automated
Imaging Association. Product and company names mentioned herein are trade-
marks or trade names of their respective companies.
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1 Preface
Reproduction of this manual in whole or in part, by any means, is prohibited
without prior permission having been obtained from Photonfocus AG.
Photonfocus can not be held responsible for any technical or typographical er-
rors.
1.5 Legend
In this documentation the reader’s attention is drawn to the following icons:
Important note
Alerts and additional information
Attention, critical warning
✎
Notification, user guide
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Introduction
2.1 MV1-R1280 Introduction
The Photonfocus MV1-R1280 camera series is built around a ultra-low noise CMOS image
sensor with a high dynamic range.
The image sensor uses an innovative integration mode and an advanced analog to digital
conversion (ADC) to achieve a read out noise of less than 1e−.
Fig. 2.1 shows the impressive low light performance of the MV1-R1280 camera by showing a
comparison with the MV1-D2048x1088 camera with a CMOSIS CMV2000 sensor. Both images
were shot at the same illumination and with an exposure time of 30 ms. The left-hand image
was shot at a gain of 128 with a MV1-D2048x1088 camera that is known for his good
sensitivity. The right-hand image was shot with the MV1-R1280 camera at room temperature
with a gain of 256.
Figure 2.1: Photonfocus MV1-D2048x1088 (left) versus MV1-R1280 (right) low light performance
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