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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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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How to get started (GigE G2)
3.1 Introduction
This guide shows you:
• How to install the required hardware (see Section 3.2)
• How to install the required software (see Section 3.3) and configure the Network Adapter
Card (see Section 3.4 and Section 3.5)
• How to acquire your first images and how to modify camera settings (see Section 3.6)
• A Starter Guide [MAN051] can be downloaded from the Photonfocus support page. It
describes how to access Photonfocus GigE cameras from various third-party tools.
3.2 Hardware Installation
The hardware installation that is required for this guide is described in this section.
The following hardware is required:
• PC with Microsoft Windows OS (XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8)
• A Gigabit Ethernet network interface card (NIC) must be installed in the PC. The NIC
should support jumbo frames of at least 9014 bytes. In this guide the Intel PRO/1000 GT
desktop adapter is used. The descriptions in the following chapters assume that such a
network interface card (NIC) is installed. The latest drivers for this NIC must be installed.
• Photonfocus GigE camera.
• Suitable power supply for the camera (see in the camera manual for specification) which
can be ordered from your Photonfocus dealership.
• GigE cable of at least Cat 5E or 6.
Photonfocus GigE cameras can also be used under Linux.
Photonfocus GigE cameras work also with network adapters other than the Intel
PRO/1000 GT. The GigE network adapter should support Jumbo frames.
Do not bend GigE cables too much. Excess stress on the cable results in transmis-
sion errors. In robots applications, the stress that is applied to the GigE cable is
especially high due to the fast movement of the robot arm. For such applications,
special drag chain capable cables are available.
The following list describes the connection of the camera to the PC (see in the camera manual
for more information):
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1. Remove the Photonfocus GigE camera from its packaging. Please make sure the following
items are included with your camera:
• Power supply connector
• Camera body cap
If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your dealership.
2. Connect the camera to the GigE interface of your PC with a GigE cable of at least Cat 5E or
6.
Et h e r n e t J a c k ( R J 4 5 )
P o w e r S u p p l y
a n d I / O C o n n e c t o r
S t a t u s L E D
Figure 3.1: Rear view of the Photonfocus MV1-R1280 GigE camera series with power supply and I/O con-
nector, Ethernet jack (RJ45) and status LED
3. Connect a suitable power supply to the power plug. The pin out of the connector is
shown in the camera manual.
Check the correct supply voltage and polarity! Do not exceed the operating
voltage range of the camera.
A suitable power supply can be ordered from your Photonfocus dealership.
4. Connect the power supply to the camera (see Fig. 3.1).
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3.3 Software Installation
This section describes the installation of the required software to accomplish the tasks
described in this chapter.
1. Install the latest drivers for your GigE network interface card.
2. Download the latest eBUS SDK installation file from the Photonfocus server.
You can find the latest version of the eBUS SDK on the support (Software Down-
load) page at www.photonfocus.com.
3. Install the eBUS SDK software by double-clicking on the installation file. Please follow the
instructions of the installation wizard. A window might be displayed warning that the
software has not passed Windows Logo testing. You can safely ignore this warning and
click on Continue Anyway. If at the end of the installation you are asked to restart the
computer, please click on Yes to restart the computer before proceeding.
4. After the computer has been restarted, open the eBUS Driver Installation tool (Start ->
All Programs -> eBUS SDK -> Tools -> Driver Installation Tool) (see Fig. 3.2). If there is
more than one Ethernet network card installed then select the network card where your
Photonfocus GigE camera is connected. In the Action drop-down list select Install eBUS
Universal Pro Driver and start the installation by clicking on the Install button. Close the
eBUS Driver Installation Tool after the installation has been completed. Please restart the
computer if the program asks you to do so.
Figure 3.2: eBUS Driver Installation Tool
5. Download the latest PFInstaller from the Photonfocus server.
6. Install the PFInstaller by double-clicking on the file. In the Select Components (see Fig. 3.3)
dialog check PF_GEVPlayer and doc for GigE cameras. For DR1 cameras select additionally
DR1 support and 3rd Party Tools. For 3D cameras additionally select PF3DSuite2 and SDK.
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Figure 3.3: PFInstaller components choice
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3.4 Network Adapter Configuration
This section describes recommended network adapter card (NIC) settings that enhance the
performance for GigEVision. Additional tool-specific settings are described in the tool chapter.
1. Open the Network Connections window (Control Panel -> Network and Internet
Connections -> Network Connections), right click on the name of the network adapter
where the Photonfocus camera is connected and select Properties from the drop down
menu that appears.
Figure 3.4: Local Area Connection Properties
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2. By default, Photonfocus GigE Vision cameras are configured to obtain an IP address
automatically. For this quick start guide it is recommended to configure the network
adapter to obtain an IP address automatically. To do this, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
(see Fig. 3.4), click the Properties button and select Obtain an IP address automatically
(see Fig. 3.5).
Figure 3.5: TCP/IP Properties
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3. Open again the Local Area Connection Properties window (see Fig. 3.4) and click on the
Configure button. In the window that appears click on the Advanced tab and click on Jumbo
Frames in the Settings list (see Fig. 3.6). The highest number gives the best performance.
Some tools however don’t support the value 16128. For this guide it is recommended to
select 9014 Bytes in the Value list.
Figure 3.6: Advanced Network Adapter Properties
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4. No firewall should be active on the network adapter where the Photonfocus GigE camera
is connected. If the Windows Firewall is used then it can be switched off like this: Open
the Windows Firewall configuration (Start -> Control Panel -> Network and Internet
Connections -> Windows Firewall) and click on the Advanced tab. Uncheck the network
where your camera is connected in the Network Connection Settings (see Fig. 3.7).
Figure 3.7: Windows Firewall Configuration
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3.5 Network Adapter Configuration for Pleora eBUS SDK
Open the Network Connections window (Control Panel -> Network and Internet Connections ->
Network Connections), right click on the name of the network adapter where the Photonfocus
camera is connected and select Properties from the drop down menu that appears. A
Properties window will open. Check the eBUS Universal Pro Driver (see Fig. 3.8) for maximal
performance. Recommended settings for the Network Adapter Card are described in Section
3.4.
Figure 3.8: Local Area Connection Properties
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3.6 Getting started
This section describes how to acquire images from the camera and how to modify camera
settings.
1. Open the PF_GEVPlayer software (Start -> All Programs -> Photonfocus -> GigE_Tools ->
PF_GEVPlayer) which is a GUI to set camera parameters and to see the grabbed images
(see Fig. 3.9).
Figure 3.9: PF_GEVPlayer start screen
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