SVS-Vistek svs11002 User manual

USERS MANUAL
SVCam svs11002 and svs16000
CameraLink “HR” series
Digital Progressive Area Scan Camera
Version 2.2
Last Update 20.05.2010

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 2

Users Manual – svs11002 and svs16000
© SVS-VISTEK GmbH
Contact:
SVS-VISTEK GmbH
Mühlbachstraße 20
82229 Seefeld
Germany
Tel. [phone]
www.svs-vistek.com
Service Contact:
E-Mail: [e-mail]

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 4
Index
Chapter 1 – Introduction ….................................................................................. 4
Chapter 2 – Pin out and Installation ................................................................ 5
2.1. Unpacking ................................................................................................... 5
2.2. Power Supply ............................................................................................. 5
2.3. Trigger connector ....................................................................................... 6
2.4. CameraLink connector................................................................................ 6
2.5. Installation ………………………………………………………….................... 6
2.6. Available operation modes .......................................................................... 7
Chapter 3 – Technical Data ................................................................................ 7
3.0. Operation ................................................................................................... 7
3.1. CCD Sensor/2 tap-1 tap output ........................................................................... 8
3.2. Signal conditioning …................................................................................. 8
3.3. Interfacing/use of the “Convenient Cam” program …………………............ 10
3.4. Mechanical and optical issues ……………………………………….............. 22
3.5. Basic electro optical characteristics of Cameras …………………............... 26
3.6. Environmental Tests …………………………………………………............... 30
3.7. Spectral response curve ……………………………………………….............. 31
3.8. Comments on camera temperature ……………………………….................. 32
3.9. Comments on COLOR Version …..……………………………………............ 33
Chapter 4 – Miscellaneous
4.0. Proven Interfacing to framegrabber ………….............................................. 34
4.1. Warranty Terms …………............................................................................. 35
Appendix A – Troubleshooting ….................................................................................... 36
Appendix B – Basic Pixel and Line Timing …….............................................................. 38
Appendix C – Code Description for serial Camera Control ……..................................... 40
Appendix D – For CameraLink Communication ….……………………........……….… 43
Making a serial control Interface to CameraLink Framegrabbers using. CameraLink DLL.
Appendix E – SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ……………………………………………........… 44

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 5
1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a SVS-VISTEK product. SVS-VISTEK stands for reliable competence
and customer oriented solutions in the field of professional machine vision systems. We believe
that we are more than just a trade partner of machine vision components and we believe in
sharing our years if development expertise with our customers. We offer single source solutions
and are a one-stop shopping center for all questions concerning professional machine vision. As
a consequence, our insistence on the highest quality has resulted in many companies worldwide
that use our products and services with great success and satisfaction. Customers at home and
abroad trust and rely on our know-how and experience.
The following types are covered in this manual:
svs16000 43,3mm diagonal CCD, 4904 x 3280 pixel, 10-Bit gray level resolution, up to 4 frames/sec (“2
tap, “F” version). Monochrome and color version.
svs11002 43,3mm diagonal CCD, 4008 x 2672 pixel, 10- or 12-Bit gray level resolution, up to 7.5
frames/sec (“Ultra high speed “). Monochrome and color version.
For more information on the color versions, please see chapter 3.9.
If you need modifications, we will be glad to offer you a custom camera suitable to your
application.
Feel free to contact us at:
SVS-VISTEK GmbH., Mühlbachstraße 20, 82229 Seefeld/Germany
Tel. [phone], Fax [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
or visit our web site www.svs-vistek.com

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 6
2.0 Pinout and Installation Warning
The CCD camera is built with CMOS-LSI circuits. All internal electronics in the camera are
sensitive to high voltage or electrostatic discharge. The camera can be destroyed if carelessly
handled, so extreme care should be taken during set up and operation.
Do not expose the sensor to a direct laser beam as this could damage the sensor! See Safety
Instructions at Appendix E. Warranty will be void if not followed.
2.1 Unpacking and Installation
- Camera
- Power supply (if ordered/option)
- User Manual
- CD with “Convenient Cam” program
Install the camera in a appropriate, dry place. Use either Tripot or M3 front holes for
mounting. Use good heat sinks to manage power dissipation.
Note that the “U” version has heat sink attached to the housing. To take advantage of
the high frame rate a good airflow is highly recommended. If not done and operated in
high temperature environment image distortions will be observed.
CAMERA CAN BE DESTROYED IF YOU DON’T FOLLOW THESE INSTRICTION AND
WARRANTY WILL BE VOID !
2.2 Power supply
Male connector (Type TB3M micro switch)
PIN 1 +12V to +15 V DC
PIN 2 Reserved (Do not connect)
PIN 3 GND
Current consumption: svs11000/16000 =1200 mA (typical “S” and “F” version)
1500 mA (“U” version)
Peak current on “Power on” up to 2 Ampere!
2.3 Trigger connector
TB 5M connector, 5 pin, is used to give an external TTL-trigger-input (min. 5V TTL galvanic
decoupled) to the camera, if it is not done per framegrabber.
TTL Exsync input to trigger camera (optocoupler input)
Pin 4: Tr - (Exsync GND)
Pin 5: Tr + (Exsync TTL)
See outline in chapter 3.4
See chapter 2.6 Available operation modes

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 7
2.4 “CameraLink” Connector
26 Pin connector MDR female (3 M): Base configuration with RS 232 communication
Pin Name Direction Meaning
1 GND
2 X 0- Camera=>FG Data
3 X 1- Camera=>FG Data
4 X 2- Camera=>FG Data
5 Xclk- Camera=>FG Transmitterclock/PVAL
6 X3- Camera=>FG Data
7 Ser TC+ FG => Camera Camera control (RS232)
8 SerTFG- Camera=>FG Camera control (RS232)
9 CC1- FG => Camera Exsync
10 CC2+ FG => Camera Prin (not used)
11 CC3- FG => Camera External camera clock
12 CC4+ FG => Camera NC
13 GND
14 GND
15 X 0+ Camera=>FG Data
16 X 1+ Camera=>FG Data
17 X2+ Camera=>FG Data
18 Xclk+ Camera=>FG Transmitterclock/PVAL
19 X3+ Camera=>FG Data
20 SerTC- FG => Camera Camera control (RS232)
21 SerTFG+ Camera=>FG Camera control (RS232)
22 CC1+ FG => Camera Exsync
23 CC2- FG => Camera Prin (not used)
24 CC3+ FG => Camera External camera clock
25 CC4- FG => Camera NC
26 GND
Camera has a “BASE” configuration according to CameraLink definition.
However, the output of the Kodak KAI 11002/16000 CCD is configured as a
two tap for “T”,“F” and “U” version (11002 currently only).
2.5 Installation
1) Install camera in the desired location. You can use the ¼ “ tripot adapter or use the 4 xM3
holes in the front plate of the camera.
2) Connect the power supply. If you have ordered a P/S, connect it to the 3 pin connector
on the camera. If you use your own power supply (must be 12V DC) make sure you connect
it to Pin1 (+12V) and pin 3 (GND). If you – by mistake – supply line with GND pin the
camera can be damaged! If power supply was ordered, do not modify it.
Connect a CameraLink cable to your framegrabber. Please note that cable length should not
exceed 10 m for theses camera (“F” version and higher clocked cameras). A REPEATER is
available to extend cable length. Consult your local distributor!

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 8
2.6 Available Modes of Operation
General:
All modes are set by the serial interface which connects via CameraLink standard cable.
The default factory setting is free running using the internal microcontroller for exposure control:
Mode 0. The Gain of the signal can be adjusted software wise by a factor of 2. Please note that
noise also is amplified. Higher Gain is possible but not specified!
The Gain default setting is 1.0.
Mode 0: Free running using Microcontroller
In this mode the camera creates all sync signals itself. There is no need to trigger the camera (by
EXSYNC) in order to get data. The Exposure time can be set by using the serial Interface of
the PC. The enclosed program allows the user to set the values from about 10.000/sec (1 line
duration) to one frame duration.
Exposure time can be changed online during operation.
Mode 1: Triggered and using Pulse width of Exsync
In this mode the camera is waiting for an external trigger which causes the integration and read
out. The exposure time can be varied by the length of EXSYNC between the high going edge and
the low going edge. The Time settings in the control menu are not activated. This mode is useful
in applications where the light level of the scene changes during operation. A frame to frame
variation is allowed. Trigger can be fed via Framegrabber (if supported) or by TTL(min 5 V) into
on TB 5 connector (see 2.3)
Mode 2: Triggered and using Microcontroller
The frame rate is determined by the number of Exsync pulses per time. With each positive
transition (going high) the camera will readout a frame. The Exposure time is set as mentioned in
Mode 0. The maximum exposure time is 65535 line durations, Minimum is 1 line duration. Trigger
can be fed via framegrabber (if supported) or by TTL into on TB 5 connector (see 2.3)
(see 2.3) Exposure time can be changed online during operation.
Software:
The camera comes with “Convenient Cam” program allowing interactive access to above
parameters. This software is available for WIN XP.
The color version will come on request with free software algorithm which will allow processing of
the color image in the PC. This must to be done in order to interpolate the colors for each pixel.
Please note that no responsibility can be taken for the algorithm. It might be necessary to change
the algorithm according to the application. See chapter 3.7.
3.0 Operation
3.1 Sensors:
Kodak KAI 11002M/C 4008 x 2672 Pixel Class I for mono/Class 2 for color
and KAI 16000M/C,4904 x 3280 Pixel Class I
Note following cosmetic specs for Kodak CCD:
KAI 11002M
Cluster allowed. Cluster may contain up to 20 pixel out of PRNU spec.
20 cluster allowed
Point defects: 1000 pixel dead or out of PRNU spec. (color version up to 2000)
Column defects: Monochrome = 0.

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 9
Color: Up to 10 columns. Column may contain more than 10 pixel dead or out of
PRNU.
Class II is standard for color and exhibits in addition column defects
KAI 16000M/C
Cluster allowed. Cluster may contain up to 20 pixel out of PRNU spec.
30 cluster allowed
Point defects: 1500 pixel dead or out of PRNU spec. (color version up to 3000)
Column defects: Monochrome = 0.
Color: Up to 15 columns. Column may contain more than 10 pixel dead or out of
PRNU
First AND Last 300 columns out of PRNU spec of rest of CCD. They will not be saturated
as other columns with same amount of light! This can be compensated to some extend
with higher Gain. However noise will be increased. More details are available in the KAI
11002 and 16000 spec sheet.
Spectral range: 400 - 900 nm (B/W), COLOR version: RGB Bayer Mosaic Filter, see 3.7
3.1.2
Readout from CCD/svs11002 and svs16000
The output for the “U” and “F” version is as follows:
2 taps are read out and the right half of the image is mirrored starting at 1st line pixel # 2004
through 2672 (11 megapixel CCD). See image below. As a result either framegrabber or PC
memory must reverse the 2nd half in order to get a complete image as it is for the “S” version.
There the complete image is read out as usual with one tap CCD.
2 Tap output”T”, “F” and “U” version 1 Tap output “S” +”O” version
A tap balancing dll for “ Automatic tap balancing” is available ( for programming
engineers)
3.2 Signal conditioning
The analog output of the sensor is conditioned by Correlated Double Sampling (CDS) for
optimum S/N ratio. dark level drift is compensated by an “auto zero” amplifier circuit and fed into
a video ADC with 10- or 12-Bit resolution.

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 10
This page is left blank

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 11
3.3 Interfacing/use of the “Convenient Cam“ program
svs16000XXCP will ONLY work with ConvCam3.0!
11 megapixel camera works also with 2.6!
The camera can be operated in a free running mode as well as in a synchronized and triggered
mode. An exposure control can be set by serial communication or by using the pulse width of the
trigger signal (Exsync).
For PC support a software disk, “Convenient Cam”, is enclosed which allows setting of
parameters via a serial port. For OEMs the source code is available on request. A DLL is
delivered with the program and MICROSOFT ® DOT NET Framework 2.0 is required is
to get the “Convenient Cam 3.0” program working.
See screen shot of the menu
The camera can also be operated with any terminal program. See “Command Overview.doc”
If you have installed the camera and connected power, you can install the program to do the first
test. The program will fail to start if it can’t find the DLL! Check the Readme file and Load
DLL in ConvCam menu.
FIRST: Install the ConvCam program
For svs16000 you need ConvCam 3.0 or higher and THAN:
You will havea) Already Dot Net on you PC or
b)Make sure that a Internet connection is present during
installation
If you have a svs11002 camera it can still work with ConvCam 2.6.
See older version of this manual.
The “Connection“ Folder
The “Set Port No”:
Tick always to “Enable CameraLink” for communication via framegrabber.
Load CameraLink DLL if communication fails in the beginning
The serial Port (in case above does not work)
Set COM port for serial control which will work with your framegrabber via CameraLink. Tick
“enable serial port”. If you get error messages starting the software make sure that your camera
is connected to the chosen port (usually com 3,4,5,6, …due to CameraLink standard).You can
change the port with the “COM:”-field if the CameraLink will not work immediately. (If
supported by framegrabber manufacturer)

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 12
Port info: can display framegrabber port used (If supported by framegrabber manufacturer)
The “Main Features” Folder
The program will identify the used camera type (top). And S/N number (bottom)
The ”Exposure time“ field
Exposure time: the exposure time can be set in µsec. The min exposure time is about 50 µsec
(depending on the camera type and speed). The longest is about several seconds (triggered
modes). Due to the internal timing of the camera the program will adjust the values to the
appropriate values. Exposure time can also be expressed as “line time” because the minimum
time set is the duration of one line. If you use this field the exposure time in µsec will change
automatically and vice versa.

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 13
The “Gain” and “Offset“ field
The default gain setting is “1.0”. You may change the gain up to factor 3.0 (or higher) in steps of
1/10th. Note that the dark offset will increase and dynamic range will not be improved! For good
image quality do not increase gain more than factor 2, because the noise is also amplified.
“Gain value” allows finer adjustments than “gain factor”.
“F” , “U” and “H” version of svs11002/16000:
Note that the CCD has 2 outputs. Therefore there are a “right” and a
“left” image half. If you use the slider both channels are amplified.
However depending on the amplifications there might be different values
necessary in order to make both channels equal. Fine tuning in “Gain
Value” is necessary. There are about 768 possible steps to adjust. It is
still possible to have 1-2 counts difference between both image halfs.
This is NOT a camera problem and must be adjusted by an experienced
user. Same is true for the offset.
Dark level offset adjustment is possible. Please note that factory adjustment is optimized for S/N
ratio and sensitivity. You may lose dynamic range. Alter only if you operate at high temperatures
like +40 °C. It can be altered for each channel separately.
The “Snapshot Button” (svs16000 only)
Will read ONE image only if camera is set to “free running” or” triggered with internal expo
control” mode.

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 14
The “Frame Rate” field
In “free running” mode (default ex factory) you can adjust the framerate.

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 15
The “Save Restore” folder
The “Reset Camera” button
If you have troubles during configuration, you can set the last saved configuration clicking this
button (you could also switch power off and on and also and click on “read status” again).
The “Save to EEPROM” button
If you have configured your camera successfully you can save the actual configuration in the
EEPROM of the micro controller. Every time the camera is connected to power it will start with
this configuration. Ensure that your camera is running correctly before you click this button!

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 16
The “Trigger Mode” folder
“Free running”, Mode 0
At the first installation it should be mode 0 (factory default). This means the camera is free
running with maximum frame rate and exposure time is controlled by the internal micro
controller. Exposure time can be set via serial communication (ConvCam.exe, see “Main
Features). No further external signals.
“Opto Triggered”, external exposure control, Mode 1
If you want to trigger the camera and determine the exposure time by the pulse width of Exsync,
choose this mode. Then apply a Exsync signal at the appropriate pins e.g. on pins of TB 5
connector. The rising edge of the pulse the camera will start exposure time. The exposure time
ends with the falling edge of Exsync.
Please check the timing diagram in the appendix of this manual.
“Opto Triggered”, internal exposure control, Mode 1
If you want to trigger the camera and determine the exposure time by the internal micro
controller choose this mode. You still need to use the Exsync signal (min 5 V TTL) in order to
trigger the camera (see “Trigger”-buttons below). It will initiate exposure by the rising edge of
the pulse. Apply a Exsync signal at the appropriate pins e.g. on pins of TB 5 connector Please
check the timing diagram in the appendix of this manual.
“LVDS Triggered”, external exposure control, Mode 2
If you want to trigger the camera via framegrabber and use pulswidth control controller then use
this mode. Exposure time is set via CameraLink through you framegrabber. (Contact your
framegrabber supplier for how to feed signal into the grabber). The framegrabber generates the
pulse width of the exposure time. With the rising edge of the pulse the camera will start
exposure time. The exposure time ends with the falling edge of Exsync.
“LVDS Triggered”, internal exposure control, Mode 2
If you want to trigger the camera trigger the camera via framegrabber and use the convenient
exposure time control of the micro controller then use this mode. You still can use the serial port
for setting exposure time (see “Main features”-folder).

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 17

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 18
The vertical (partial scan) and horizontal resolution Folders
The “Binning” field: readout modes
You can choose different resolutions
No Binning: Full resolution: horizontal x 1, vertical x 1 (default setting)
H 2 x V 2 x:Vertical 2 x and Horizontal 2 x at the same time:
Resolution: horizontal x ½, vertical x ½
Sensitivity is 4 x, pixel frequency is halved, max. frame rate is almost doubled
“Binning Off” sets the camera to full resolution either in vertical or horizontal
resolution.
Note: Horizontal can not be changed in increments. It is for INFORMATION
only!
If you need other binning mode configurations consult factory or your nearest distributor. Using
binning with a color version of the camera will cause incorrect colors and strange effects!
However, for fast focusing it might be useful.
Vertical Resolution=Partial Scan
Partial scan of lines can be chosen in steps of 19/32 lines (camera type dependent). As an
example: The minimum number and starting point are 17 lines. The max. number is 2672. As a
result the frame rate of the camera will be increased when resolution is lower (e.g. 4008 x 1024
yields 9 fps). Partial scan is done starting in center of the imager.
If you need other readout mode configurations consult the factory or your nearest distributor.
Note that you probably have to
change camera file of your
framegrabber if you change
resolution!
Note that cameras using 14 bit ADCs a pseudo binnig in horizontal
resolution can only be achieved by activating the DAVAL signal of the frame
grabber. In combination with vertical binning the result looks like 2 x 2
binning with only 2 times the sensitivity.

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 19
The Data Folder
Save configuration to file
Allows to “Save” different configurations and upload them with “Load”
Create Log file
Creates a log file in a directory (e.g. program/svs-vistek/convcam)
It store all changes made to the camera during operation period.
Close Logfile
Stops the command protocol.

Users Manual Area Scan Cameras svs11002 and svs16000 Page 20
The Terminal Folder
In case you want to make a serial connection to the camera via CameraLink you can type in the
commands listed in Appendix C Of this manual.
The PIV Folder
Activate PIV mode if you need to take 2 images within minimum time
PIV-MODE
SVS11002xTLCPC
SVS11000xTLCPC cameras have the possibility to do 2 images within a extreme short period of
time. This can be done either in the mode „triggered with external exposure“(via pulse width of
the Exync signal) or alternatively „triggered with internal exposure“( set via internal
microcontroller) This is useful for ”particle image velocimetry” ( PIV-Mode).
The time between 2 image acquisitions can be shortened to minimal 30 µs + flash duration time.
The first exposure starts 5 µs after the camera has received the positive slope of Exsync. It ends
120 µs after the negative slope.