Pulnix TM-7200 User manual

69-0046
Rev. A
TM-7200 / TM-6200
High Resolution Digital CCD Camera
Operation Manual

Notice
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be used by the purchasers of the product. PULNiXAmerica, Inc. makes no warranty for the use of its product and assumes
no responsibility for any errors which may appear or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained
herein. PULNiX America, Inc. reserves the right to make changes without notice.
Warranty
All of our solid state cameras have a full three year warranty. If any such product proves defective during this warranty
period, PULNiX America, Inc. will repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor or will provide a
replacement in exchange for the defective product. This warranty shall not apply to any damage, defect or failure caused
by improper use or inadequate maintenance and use.
Certifications
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CE
FCC: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassA digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equip-
ment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio commu-
nications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
WARNING
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for FCC compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
TM-7200/TM-6200 Operation Manual
Printing: November 1998
PULNiX America, Inc.
1330 Orleans Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Tel: [phone]
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E-mail: [email protected]
Web site: www.pulnix.com

Table of Contents
i
1 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................1
1.1 Product Description .......................................................................... 1
1.2 Features ........................................................................................... 1
1.3 Functional Options ........................................................................... 2
1.4 Applications ...................................................................................... 2
1.5 TM-7200/TM-6200 System Configuration ........................................ 2
2 INSTALLATION .....................................................................3
2.1 Getting Started ................................................................................. 3
2.1.1 Unpacking Instructions ........................................................ 3
2.1.2 Components List ................................................................. 3
2.1.3 Accessories ......................................................................... 3
2.2 Camera Setup .................................................................................. 4
2.2.1 Rear Panel .......................................................................... 4
2.2.2 Connector Pin Configurations ............................................. 4
2.2.3 Power Supply and Power Cable Setup ................................ 5
2.2.4 Digital Cable Assembly ....................................................... 7
2.2.5 Attaching the Video Output ................................................. 8
2.2.6 Attaching the Camera Lens ................................................. 9
2.2.7 Back Focusing the Lens ...................................................... 9
2.2.8 Auto-Iris Lens Setup ............................................................ 9
2.2.9 Monitor Display Mode .......................................................... 9
2.2.10 Connectors and Cables ....................................................... 9
3 OPERATION ..........................................................................10
3.1 Modes of Operation .......................................................................... 10
3.1.1 Shutter Operation ................................................................ 10
3.1.2 Asynchronous Reset with Shutter ....................................... 10
3.1.3 Integration ........................................................................... 14
3.1.4 Field Mode and Frame Mode .............................................. 14
3.1.5 Video Output ....................................................................... 15
3.1.6 Timing ................................................................................. 16
3.2 Adjustment Procedures .................................................................... 18
3.2.1 Signal Board ........................................................................ 18
3.2.2 Memory Board .................................................................... 19
3.2.3 Power Board ........................................................................ 20
4 TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................21
4.1 Problems and Solutions ................................................................... 21
4.1.1 Symptom: No Video ............................................................. 21
4.1.2 Symptom: Dark Video .......................................................... 21
4.1.3 Symptom: Non-synchronized Video .................................... 21
4.2 Information and Support Resources ................................................ 22

Table of Contents
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5 APPENDIX .............................................................................23
5.1 Specifications ...................................................................................23
5.1.1 Product Specifications .........................................................23
5.1.2 Physical Dimensions ............................................................24
5.1.3 Glass Specifications ............................................................25
5.1.4 C-Mount Specifications ........................................................25
5.1.5 Front End Detail ...................................................................26
5.2 Spectral Response ...........................................................................27
5.3 Block Diagram ..................................................................................28

List of Figures
iii
FIGURE 1. TM-7200/TM-6200 Rear Panel Configuration ............................4
FIGURE 2. 12P-02 Interface Cable (optional) ..............................................6
FIGURE 3. External Pulse Width Mode ........................................................11
FIGURE 4. Internal Fast Reset Mode ...........................................................12
FIGURE 5. Internal Slow Reset Mode ..........................................................13
FIGURE 6. Async Reset Image Capture ......................................................15
FIGURE 7. Integrated Image CaptureTiming ...............................................15
FIGURE 8. Continuous Sync Output ............................................................16
FIGURE 9. Line Data Valid ...........................................................................16
FIGURE 10. Frame DataValid ........................................................................17
FIGURE 11. Pixel Clock ..................................................................................7
FIGURE 12. Signal Board (top side) ...............................................................18
FIGURE 13. Memory Board (bottom side) ......................................................19
FIGURE 14. Power Board ...............................................................................20
FIGURE 15. Physical Dimensions ..................................................................24
FIGURE 16. Camera Front End - Glass Specifications ..................................25
FIGURE 17. Combination with “CS-Mount” Camera .......................................25
FIGURE 18. Front End Detail .........................................................................26
FIGURE 19. Front End Assembly ...................................................................27
FIGURE 20. Spectral Response .....................................................................27
FIGURE 21. TM-7200/TM-6200 Block Diagram .............................................28

November 3, 1998
Page 1
TM-7200/TM-6200
High Resolution
Digital CCD Camera
Operation Manual
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Product Description
The PULNiX TM-7200/TM-6200 CCD camera is a high resolution monochrome shutter camera with
asynchronous reset capability and a built-in video frame memory. The TM-7200/TM-6200 is designed
as a basic machine vision or automated inspection imaging sensor that provides low cost image capture
and storage functions right in the camera.
1.2 Features
•
High resolution 1/2" imager
TM-7200 (EIA): 768 (H) x 494 (V)
TM-6200 (CCIR): 752(H) x 582(V)
•
8-bit RS-422 digital output
•
Built-in asynchronous video memory
•
Asynchronous reset with external shutter control
•
Low light sensitivity (0.5 lux) with on-chip lenses
•
Eight shutter speeds to 1/31,000 sec. selectable via a convenient rotary selector switch

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1.3 Functional Options
•
Frame mode setting for full frame integration (OP60)
•
Continuous sync output during reset (OP51)
•
Remoted imager (OP10-1)
•
AGC Enable (OP1-2)
•
Internal IR cut filter (OP3-1)
•
Optical Filter Removal (OP3-2)
• Gamma Adjust to 0.45 (OP4-1)
•
Glassless CCD Imager (OP21)
1.4 Applications
The TM-7200/TM-6200 is designed as a basic machine vision or automated inspection imaging sensor.
It is excellent for applications such as on-line, high speed automated inspection, bar code and label
reading, and process inspection.
1.5 TM-7200/TM-6200 System Configuration
Monitor
Computer with
Frame Grabber
Board
VIDEO
POWER SHUTTER
0
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
5
DIGITAL
Power
Ext. Sync
Integration

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2 INSTALLATION
The following instructions are provided to help you to set up your video camera system quickly and
easily. It is suggested that you read through these instructions prior to unpacking and setting up your
camera system.
2.1 Getting Started
2.1.1 Unpacking Instructions
It is recommended that the original packing cartons for the cameras and lenses be saved in case there is
a need to return or exchange an item.
It is also recommended that any equipment being sent to another location for field installation be bench
tested to assure that everything is fully operational as a system.
2.1.2 Components List
Please begin by checking your order against the Components List (below) to assure that you have
received everything as ordered, and that nothing has been overlooked in the packing materials. If any
item is missing, please contact your PULNiX representative immediately.
•
TM-7200/TM-6200 (EIA) or TM-6200 (CCIR) camera
•
TM-7200/TM-6200 / TM-6200 Data sheet
•
PULNiX Camera Installation and Setup instructions
• TM-7200/TM-6200 / TM-6200 Operation Manual
2.1.3 Accessories
Following is a list of additional accessories or equipment that may be recommended or required for your
particular application. Please check with your PULNiX representative prior to the installation of your
video system to determine what you might need.
• Digital Cable: 30DG-02-7200
•
Power Cable: 12P-02
•
Power Supply: PD-12, DC-12N or K25-12V
•
B/W monitor
•
Lens

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2.2 Camera Setup
2.2.1 Rear Panel
FIGURE 1.
TM-7200/TM-6200 Rear Panel Configuration
2.2.2 Connector Pin Configurations
2.2.2 (a) 12-Pin Connector
The TM-7200/TM-6200 has a 12-pin connector for power
input.
Pin# Description Pin# Description
1 GND 7 VD Input
2 +12V DC 8 GND
3 GND 9 HD Input
4 Video Out 10 GND
5 GND 11 INT. CONT.
6 VINIT 12 GND
VIDEO
POWER SHUTTER
0
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
5
DIGITAL
•12-pin connector (power)
•31-pin connector (digital output)
•Video connector
•Shutter control switch
1
2
3
456
98
7
11 12
10

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2.2.2 (b) 31-Pin Connector
The TM-7200/TM-6200 has a 31-pin connector for digital output.
2.2.3 Power Supply and Power Cable Setup
2.2.3 (a) Power Supplies
PULNiX recommends the following power supplies:
K25-12 110V AC/12V DC 2.1A power supply
P-15-12 220V AC/12V DC 2.1A power supply
K50-12 110V AC/12V DC 4.2A power supply
PD-12P 110V AC/12V DC 0.5A power supply
For users providing power through the 12-pin connector, the PD-12P power supply is available with the
12-pin mating connector already attached to the leads from the power supply. The PD-12 power supply
can be connected to the PULNiX power cable via a terminal strip or directly.
When wiring the PD-12 power supply directly, please note the following:
•
Twist the lead ends together and tin solder for strength and electrical continuity.
•
Use shrink tubing or a similar insulator to prevent exposed leads from touching.
•
The +12V lead is marked with a red stripe or white lettering; be sure not to reverse the leads.
•
Properly insulate all connections to prevent shorting.
Pin# Description I/O Pin# Description I/O
1 CLK+ O 17 CLK- O
2 LDV+ O 18 LDV- O
3 FDV+ O 19 FDV- O
4 GND 20 VINIT I
5 FI+ O 21 FI- O
6 INTEG I 22 ENINT I
7 LPULSE O 23 GND
8 D0+ O 24 D0- O
9 D1+ O 25 D1- O
10 D2+ O 26 D2- O
11 D3+ O 27 D3- O
12 D4+ O 28 D4- O
13 D5+ O 29 D5- O
14 D6+ O 30 D6- O
15 D7+ O 31 D7- O
16 GND
16
31 17
1

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2.2.3 (b) PULNiX Power Cables
If you are using PULNiX power cables, such as the 12P-02, KC-10, etc., please refer to the pin-out
diagram. The color coded leads use Grey for Ground andYellow for +12V DC.
FIGURE 2.
12P-02 Interface Cable (optional)
Note: Make sure that the unused leads are not touching and that there is no possibility that the
leads could short due to exposed wires.
2.2.3 (c) “K” Series Power Supplies
Attach the 110V line cord to the two terminals marked “AC”. Do not plug the cord into a 110V AC
socket until later in the procedure. Next, attach the Grey andYellow leads of the power cable to the
Ground and 12V DC terminals respectively. Be sure to replace the plastic terminal guard on the power
supply at this time.
Note: The “K” series power supplies are designed primarily for OEM users who will be
mounting the power supply inside a protective enclosure. For use in exposed situations,
the DC-12N and PD-12 are recommended.
2.2.3 (d) BuildingYour Own Power Cable
Consult the pin-out for the camera purchased. Connect the Ground and +12V power leads of the PC-
12P power connector to Pin #1 and Pin #2, respectively (power must be DC regulated and of sufficient
current to properly power the camera).
12P-02 Interface Cable
Pin# Lead Color Function Pin# Lead Color Function
1 Gray GND 7 Black coax VD Input
2 Yellow +12VCD 8 White coax shield GND
3 Red coax shield GND 9 White coax HD Input
4 Red coax Video 10 Brown GND
5 Orange coax shield GND 11 Blue Int. Cont.
6 Orange coax VINIT 12 Black coax shield GND
132mm
2,000mm±10mm
(2 Meters)
PC-12P (Hirose Part #10A-10P-12S/PC12P)
Flying
Leads
1

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2.2.3 (e) Attaching the Power Cable to the Connector
The 12-pin connector is keyed and will only fit in one orientation. Rotate the connector while applying
slight pressure until the keyways line up. Press the connector into place until firmly seated.
The power cord may now be plugged into the 100V AC socket and the camera powered up.
2.2.4 Digital Cable Assembly
2.2.4 (a) 31-Pin Connector (MP211-031-113-4300)
Pin# Signal Cable Pin# Signal Cable
1 CLK+ OR 1 RED 17 CLK- OR 1 BLUE
2 LDV+ GRY 1 RED 18 LDV- GRY 1 BLUE
3 FDV+ WHT 1 RED 19 FDV- WHT 1 BLUE
4 GND YLW 1 RED 20 VINIT YLW 1 BLUE
5 FI+ PINK 1 RED 21 FI- PINK 1 BLUE
6 INTEG OR 2 RED 22 EN INTEG OR 2 BLUE
7 L PULSE WHT 2 RED 23 GND GRY 2 BLUE
8 D0+ WHT 2 RED 24 D0- WHT 2 BLUE
9 D1+ YLW 2 RED 25 D1- YLW 2 BLUE
10 D2+ PINK 2 RED 26 D2- PINK 2 BLUE
11 D3+ OR 3 RED 27 D3- OR 3 BLUE
12 D4+ GRY 3 RED 28 D4- GRY 3 BLUE
13 D5+ WHT 3 RED 29 D5- WHT 3 BLUE
14 D6+ YLW 3 RED 30 D6- YLW 3 BLUE
15 D7+ PINK 3 RED 31 D7- PINK 3 BLUE
16 N/C
1
16
17
31

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2.2.4 (b) 37-Pin D-Sub Connector
2.2.5 Attaching the Video Output
Most users utilize the BNC connector for video output from the camera. Connect the output from the
camera to the input of your monitor, VCR or switching device. The input of the monitor should be
balanced for 75Ωtermination. Standard RG-59 type coaxial cable should carry a full video signal for up
to 500 feet.
Users wishing to output the video and input the power and sync to a camera over a single cable can use
the PULNiX multi-conductor cables, such as the 12P-02, the KC-10, etc. The mini coaxial leads in
PULNiX multi-conductor cables are designed for short runs of no longer than 100 feet.
Note: Make sure that no extraneous wires are visible which could cause a short.
Pin# Signal Cable Pin# Signal Cable
1 CLK+ OR 1 RED 20 CLK- OR 1 BLUE
2 LDV+ GRY 1 RED 21 LDV- GRY 1 BLUE
3 FDV+ WHT 1 RED 22 FDV- WHT 1 BLUE
4 N/C 23 GND GRY 2 BLUE
5 FI+ PNK 1 RED 24 FI- PINK 1 BLUE
6 N/C 25 N/C
7 N/C 26 N/C
8 D0+ WHT 2 RED 27 D0- WHT 2 BLUE
9 D1+ YLW 2 RED 28 D1- YLW 2 BLUE
10 D2+ PINK 2 RED 29 D2- PINK 2 BLUE
11 D3+ OR 3 RED 30 D3- OR 3 BLUE
12 D4+ GRY 3 RED 31 D4- GRY 3 BLUE
13 D5+ WHT 3 RED 32 D5- WHT 3 BLUE
14 D6+ YLW 3 RED 33 D6- YLW 3 BLUE
15 D7+ PINK 3 RED 34 D7- PINK 3 BLUE
16 GND YLW 1 RED 35 GND SHIELD
17 VINIT YLW 1 BLUE 36 N/C
18 EN INTEG OR 2 BLUE 37 INTEG OR 2 RED
19 N/C
19 1
37 20

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2.2.6 Attaching the Camera Lens
The TM-7200/TM-6200 camera accepts 1/2" or larger format size C-mount lenses. To attach the C-
mount lens to the camera, carefully engage the threads and rotate the lens clockwise until it firmly seats
on the mounting ring. Do not force the lens if it does not seat properly. Please note that some lenses with
extremely long flangebacks may exceed the mounting depth of the camera.
2.2.7 Back Focusing the Lens
To backfocus the TM-7200/TM-6200 camera, first attach a C-mount lens in the lens mount. Be sure that
the lens is properly mounted.
Set the lens focus to infinity (if the lens is a manual iris, set the iris to a high f-stop while still retaining a
well-illuminated image). Obtain the best focus possible at this setting, then loosen the two miniature hex
head set screws locking the focus ring in place. Now turn the entire lens and focus ring assembly back
and forth until the best image is obtained. Tighten the focus ring set screws.Your backfocus is now set.
2.2.8 Auto-Iris Lens Setup
Auto-iris lenses with full video input can be used with the PULNiX TM-7200/TM-6200, although this
camera model does not come equipped with auto-iris output.
Note: Make sure that the power is removed from the camera before connecting or disconnecting
the auto-iris lens. There is a small chance that damage could occur to the auto-iris lens by
plugging or unplugging it while the camera is powered up.
Power down the camera before installing the auto-iris lens. To install the auto-iris lens in a PULNiX
camera for which the auto-iris input is not supplied, wire the signal (video) on the lens into the terminal
1 Vp to peak video output on the camera.
Point the camera at a light area and then quickly towards a darker area. If everything is working
properly, the iris should adjust for the light change.
2.2.9 Monitor Display Mode
For monitoring real time video, connect the video output to a video monitor or other device.
2.2.10 Connectors and Cables
12-pin connector and cable: Standard cable is 12P-02 (2m, 8 conductor cable) for power and external
controls.

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3 OPERATION
3.1 Modes of Operation
3.1.1 Shutter Operation
The TM-7200/TM-6200 has a substrate drain type shutter mechanism which provides a superb picture
at various speeds without smearing. Manual shutter speed control can be selected at 1/60, 1/125, 1/250,
1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, or 1/10,000 sec. rate.
3.1.2 Asynchronous Reset with Shutter
The TM-7200/TM-6200's asynchronous reset is flexible and takes external HD for phase locking.
Applying a VINIT pulse resets the camera's scanning and purging of the CCD.
When async reset pulse (VINIT) is applied to High state (+5V) with dial
switch select from1 to 9, the TM-7200/TM-6200 asynchronous camera
discharges the photo charges into the substrate drain although the camera is
still running on its sync timing and only outputs captured video. When the
negative going reset pulse is applied, the camera will latch the falling edge
to its next horizontal drive and reset vertical sync timing immediately. Then
it starts integrating for the period of shutter control set by either an external
pulse width pulse or internal shutter control. Therefore the horizontal phase
will not be interrupted. The TM-7200/TM-6200 asynchronous camera will output one field of shuttered
video after reset.
TABLE 1. Shutter Control
Manual Mode Async Reset Mode
Set TM-7200/TM-6200 TM-7200 TM-6200
0 1/60 normal 1/60 normal 1/50
1 1/125 0.5H 1/31,000 1/31,000
2 1/250 1.5H 1/10,000 1/10,000
3 1/500 3.5H 1/4,500 1/4,500
4 1/1,000 6.5H 1/2,400 1/2,400
5 1/2,000 16.5H 1/950 1/950
6 1/4,000 32.5H 1/480 1/480
7 1/10,000 64.5H 1/245 1/245
8 N/C 128.5H 1/120 1/120
9 N/C Shutter determined by pulse width
0
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
5
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There are three modes to control the asynchronous reset and shutter speed, External Pulse Width Mode,
Internal Fast Reset Mode and Internal Slow Reset Mode.
3.1.2 (a) External PulseWidth Mode
The TM-7200/TM-6200 can be reset with external reset pulse (VINIT). Set the dial switch to “9”.
Apply a pulse width control VINIT signal generated from an external event trigger to the camera The
internal reset pulse will be latched to HDand at 9th HDtiming from the external pulse leading edge
(negative going edge). The CCD discharge pulse will be generated to clear the images. The internal
VINIT will be generated at the following edge (positive going edge) of the external pulse, resetting the
internal timing including the video sync. The shutter speed is the same as the external pulse width, but
the integration delays 9H from the leading edge.
FIGURE 3. External PulseWidth Mode
For the progressive format, one frame of video output will start from the rising edge of the pulse width
control. The camera will output the same video from memory whenVINIT is kept high (5V), then
update the image upon receiving the next pulse.At async mode with external pulse input high, the video
output will be disabled as the camera continues discharging the CCD image providing black video only.
This feature is especially important in capturing moving objects at the precise location of the field of
view, such as belt conveyer, fast event observation and still image capturing.
10H
Hd
Internal Vinit
Transfer Gate
Pulse
Discharge
Pulse
Composite
Video
Exposure Time
External
Pulse
Width
9.5H
X
X
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3.1.2 (b) Internal Fast Reset Mode
The video signal has no delay from the reset timing. Shutter speed range is 1/2400 to 1/31,000 sec.
Select a dial switch setting from "1" to "4". When the fast reset mode is selected, the camera resets with
internal VINIT timing, which is latched to Hd, and video output is also synchronized with internal
VINIT timing without further delay. The shutter speed is controlled by the dial switch on the camera’s
rear panel.
FIGURE 4. Internal Fast Reset Mode
Hd
Internal Vinit
Transfer Gate
Pulse
Purge Pulse
(discharge)
Composite
Video
Exposure Time
External
Pulse
9.5H