Sony XCLS900 User manual

XCL-S Series
Digital Video Camera Module
XCL-S900 (1/1-type CCD, 9M, 18 fps, monochrome)
XCL-S900C (1/1-type CCD, 9M, 18 fps, color)
XCL-S600 (1/1-type CCD, 6M, 27 fps, monochrome)
XCL-S600C (1/1-type CCD, 6M, 27 fps, color)

Defect Correction
XCL-S Series cameras can automatically minimize defective
pixels (e.g., white and black dots) within the entire imaging
area directly inside the camera. This feature helps simplify
image processing.
Temperature Readout
Each camera comes with an internal temperature sensor. The
host device can receive temperature information by issuing
a command. This eliminates the need for a separate sensor,
and simplifies system configuration.
In response to customer demand, Sony is proud to introduce a new top-of-the-line XCL CameraLink Camera
Series in monochrome and color. With their superb resolution and high frame rates, these new cameras deliver
a level of exceptional picture quality that analog cameras cannot achieve.
The new XCL-S Series cameras incorporate a 1/1-type EXview HAD CCD II™ sensor which provides extremely
high sensitivity. In addition to inheriting many convenient functions from Sony’s XCL Series, such as Bulk Trigger
and Sequential Trigger modes, these new cameras also incorporate some unique features including Shading
Correction, Defect Correction, and Temperature Readout.
These new advanced features and benefits make XCL-S Series cameras ideal when the highest inspection
quality is demanded for display panels, semiconductors, solar panels, PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards), and
pharmaceutical applications.
Shading correction OFF Shading correction ON
KEY FEATURES
INTRODUCTION
Host Device
Command
Temperature
Control
Fan
XCL-S900 XCL-S900C XCL-S600 XCL-S600C
Imager sensor 1/1-type CCD
Monochrome / Color Monochrome Color Monochrome Color
Effective pixels (H x V) 3,388 x 2,712 2,758 x 2,208
Cell size (μm) 3.69 x 3.69 4.54 x 4.54
Output pixels (H x V, Full resolution) 3,388 x 2,712 2,758 x 2,208
Frame rate 18 fps 27 fps
Near-infrared Sensitivity
Utilizing Sony’s EXview HAD CCD II technology enables
XCL-S Series cameras to capture clear images in NIR
(near-infrared) wavelengths. When used with an infrared
strobe, each camera produces outstanding picture quality
especially in low light and NIR inspection applications.
High Frame Rate Image Transfer
XCL-S Series cameras feature a high readout rate of
uncompressed images for smooth and clear results. The
XCL-S600 and XCL-S600C achieve 27 frames per second (fps),
and the XCL-S900 and XCL-S900C achieve 18 fps when four-
channel output is selected. This enables these cameras to
capture fast-moving objects without sacrificing image quality.
Shading Correction
With embedded shading correction, XCL-S Series cameras
minimize the uneven image intensity often caused by lighting
and/or the lens. Their internal hardware processing reduces
the need for external image correction that is normally
performed via a frame grabber board and PC. This handy
function reduces the processing load of the PC, and simplifies
the processing task. In addition, these cameras are equipped
with rich optional lighting settings to capture clear images in
varying lighting conditions.*
* XCL-S600 and XCL-S600C: 10 settings; XCL-S900 and XCL-S900C: 6 settings.

Sensitivity Control
The XCL-S Series is equipped with a saturation signal control
function to allow the amount of saturation signal charge
on the CCD to be increased or decreased via software
commands. For example when capturing dark objects, the
user can increase the amount of saturation signal charge –
this elevates the camera’s sensitivity to improve the picture
quality instead of using a long exposure time.* On the other
hand, by decreasing the amount of saturation signal charge,
the level of smear can be reduced or improved.
* If the saturation signal charge amount exceeds the maximum that can
be transferred into the vertical and horizontal registers, a transfer error will
occur (e.g., smear).
User Set
In addition to factory default settings, up to 16 camera
parameters – including brightness, gamma, shutter, gain, and
trigger mode – can be preset to suit each particular scene.
Bulk Trigger Mode & Sequential Trigger Mode
These new XCL-S Series cameras feature advanced
Bulk Trigger and Sequential Trigger modes in addition to a
conventional trigger mode. Each camera can store up to 16
different camera setups (e.g., exposure, and gain).
Bulk Trigger mode allows these cameras to capture up to
16 images in rapid succession using a single software or
hardware trigger.
Sequential Trigger mode allows each camera to capture a
single image using successive setups stored in the user set
with each software or hardware trigger.
Look-up Table (LUT)
Each XCL-S Series camera supports a look-up table which
transforms the input luminance signal into the required
digital output. It supports factory presets – Linear, Negative,
Binarization, and Linear Interpolation – as well as a User-
defined LUT (input: 12 bits, output: 12 bits).
Trigger Noise Filtering
With a trigger line filter, these cameras can specify a valid
pulse width for the trigger. This helps avoid unexpected
image capture caused, for example, by triggers from
insignificant noise.
Pulse Train Generator
XCL-S Series cameras are capable of outputting any
rectangular wave from one of the general-purpose outputs.
This pulse train can be programmed for frequencies from
0.5 Hz up to 100 KHz in 1 µs steps to control external devices
such as LED lights, simplifying overall system configuration.
PIN ASSIGNMENTS DIMENSIONS
Unit: mm (inches)
Sequential Trigger mode Bulk Trigger mode
CH 1 CH 2 CH 3
1
CH 1 CH 2 CH 3
1 2 3
DC IN (DC power input) connector (12-pin)
Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal
1Ground 5GPO2 (ISO-) 9GPO4 (ISO)
2DC +12 V 6GPO2 (ISO+) 10 GPI4 (ISO+)
3ISO Ground 7GPI3 / GPO3 11 GPI2
4GPI1 / GPO1 8GPI4 (ISO-) 12 ISO Ground
DIGITAL IF (Interface) connector (26-pin)
Pin No. Signal Pin.No. Signal Pin.No. Signal
1Ground 10 CC2+ 19 X3+
2X0– 11 CC3– 20 Ser TC–
3X1– 12 CC4+ 21 Ser TFG+
4X2– 13 Ground 22 CC1+
5XCLK– 14 Ground 23 CC2–
6X3– 15 X0+ 24 CC3+
7Ser TC+ 16 X1+ 25 CC4–
8Ser TFG– 17 X2+ 26 Ground
9CC1– 18 XCLK+
DC IN
DIGITAL IF
10.5 (7/16) 50 (2)
8
(1 1/32)
57.5 (2 3/8)
10.5 (7/16)
65.5 (2 5/8)
26 (1 1/16)
4-M3 Depth 4 (3/16)
4-M3 Depth 4 (3/16)
50 (2)
40 (1 5/8)
50 (2)
40 (1 5/8)
2-M3 Depth 4 (3/16)
26 (1 1/16)
CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 16

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SPECIFICATIONS
XCL-S900 XCL-S900C XCL-S600 XCL-S600C
Camera
Image sensor 1/1-type progressive scan IT CCD
Image sensor
(Number of effective pixels,H x V) 3,388 x 2,712 2,758 x 2,208
Cell size (H x V) 3.69 μm x 3.69 μm 4.54 μm x 4.54 μm
Output pixels (H x V) 3,384 x 2,704 2,752 x 2,200
Output pixels (H x V, Full resolution) 3,388 x 2,712 2,758 x 2,208
Color filter – RGB color mosaic filter – RGB color mosaic filter
Frame rate 18 fps (4ch), 9 fps (2ch), 5 fps (1ch) 27 fps (4ch), 13 fps (2ch), 7.5 fps (1ch)
Minimum illumination (50%) 0.5 lx (Iris: F1.4, Gain: +18 dB,
Shutter: 1/18 s)
6 lx (Iris: F1.4, Gain: +18 dB,
Shutter: 1/18 s)
0.5 lx (Iris: F1.4, Gain: +18 dB,
Shutter: 1/27 s)
6 lx (Iris: F1.4, Gain: +18 dB,
Shutter: 1/27 s)
Sensitivity F8 (400 lx, Gain: 0 dB) F8 (2000 lx, Gain:0 dB) F8 (400 lx, Gain:0 dB) F8 (2000 lx, Gain:0 dB)
S/N ratio More than 50 dB
Gain Auto, Manual: 0 dB to +18 dB
Shutter speed Auto, Manual: 2 s to 1/100,000 s
White balance – One push WB, Manual – One push WB, Manual
Camera Features
Readout modes Normal, Binning (2 x 1, 1 x 2, 2 x 2),
Partial scan Normal, Partial scan Normal, Binning (2 x 1, 1 x 2, 2 x 2),
Partial scan Normal, Partial scan
Readout features Binnarization, Gamma (variable),
Built-in test pattern,LUT, 3 x 3 filter
Binarization, Gamma (variable),
Built-in test pattern,LUT, 3 x 3 filter,
Color matrix
Binnarization, Gamma (variable),
Built-in test pattern,LUT, 3 x 3 filter
Binarization, Gamma (variable),
Built-in test pattern,LUT, 3 x 3 filter,
Color matrix
Synchronization Hardware trigger, Software trigger
Trigger modes Edge detection, Pulse width detection, Bulk Trigger, Sequential Trigger
User Set 16 channels
User memory 32 kbytes + 64 bytes x 16ch
Other features Shading correction, Defect correction,Temperature readout
Interface
Video data output Digital monochrome 8, 10, 12-bit Digital Raw, 8, 10, 12-bit,
RGB Color (8 bit x 3) Digital monochrome 8, 10, 12-bit Digital Raw, 8, 10, 12-bit,
RGB Color (8 bit x 3)
Digital interface LVDS
Camera specification CameraLink®Version1.2
Output data clock 4ch: - - - (1 tap), 84 MHz (2 tap)
2ch: 84 MHz (1 tap), 42 MHz (2 tap)
1ch: 27 MHz (1 tap), 27 MHz (2 tap)
Digital input/output IN (x2), OUT (x2), IN/OUT (x2)
General
Lens mount C mount
Power requirements DC +12 V (+10.5 V to +15.0 V)
Power consumption 6.0 W
Operating temperature -10°C to +45°C (14°F to +113°F)
Performance guarantee temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to +104°F)
Storage temperature -30°C to +60°C (-22°F to +140°F)
Operating humidity 20% to 80% (no condensation)
Storage humidity 20% to 95% (no condensation)
Vibration resistance 10 G (20 Hz to 200 Hz)
Shock resistance 70 G
Dimensions (W x H x D) 50 x 50 x 57.5 mm (2 x 2 x 2 3/8 inches) (excluding protrusions)
Mass 181 g (5.4 oz)
Regulations UL60950-1, FCC Class A, CSA C22.2-No.1, IC Class A Digital Device,CE: EN61326 (Class A), AS EMC: EN61326,VCCI Class A,KCC
Supplied accessories Lens mount cap (1), Operating instructions (1)
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