SVS-Vistek CoaXPress FXO Series User manual

Manual FXO series
CoaXPress
fxo540, fxo541, fxo542, fxo545, fxo546, fxo547, fxo990

Content
1 Company information 5
1.1 Standards 5
1.2 Disclaimer 5
1.3 Copyright notice 6
2 Legal information 7
2.1 USA and Canada 7
2.2 Europe 7
3 The FXO 8
3.1 CoaXPress-12 features (CoaXPress 2.0) 8
3.2 4I/O adds light and functionality 8
3.3 Lens control 10
3.3.1 Use liquid lens on C-mount 10
3.3.2 Use of Canon lenses 11
4 Getting started 12
4.1 Get help 12
4.2 Find camera specs 12
4.3 Power supply 12
4.3.1 Power safety 12
4.3.2 Connect the camera 12
4.4 Camera status LED codes 13
4.5 Software and firmware 14
4.5.1 Software for CoaXPress 14
4.5.2 SVCapture 2.x 14
4.5.3 Software development kit 19
5 Connectors 20
5.1 CoaXPress-12 20
5.2 Hirose I/O connector 21
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6 Feature description 22
6.1 Basic features 22
6.1.1 Gain 23
6.1.2 Resolution 23
6.1.3 Offset 24
6.1.4 Color 25
6.1.5 Flip image 25
6.1.6 Binning 27
6.1.7 Decimation 28
6.1.8 GenICam 30
6.1.9 Trigger modes 31
6.1.10 Shutter modes 34
6.1.11 Exposure 39
6.1.12 Exposure speed 39
6.1.13 Auto exposure 40
6.1.14 Acquisition and processing time 41
6.1.15 Bit depth 41
6.1.16 ROI / AOI 44
6.2 Camera features 44
6.2.1 Glass filter 44
6.2.2 Shading correction 44
6.2.3 Defect pixel correction 48
6.2.4 Look-up table 53
6.2.5 ROI / AOI 55
6.2.6 Basic capture modes 56
6.2.7 Read-out control 57
6.2.8 Temperature sensor 58
6.2.9 Fan control 58
6.2.10 System clock frequency 59
6.2.11 Predefined configurations (user sets) 59
6.2.12 Particle Image Velocimetry 60
6.3 I/O Features 62
6.3.1 GenICam 62
6.3.2 Assigning I/O Lines – IOMUX 63
6.3.3 PWM 69
6.3.4 LED strobe control 73
6.3.5 Sequencer 75
6.3.6 Optical input 80
6.3.7 PLC / Logical operation on inputs 80
6.3.8 Serial data interfaces 82
6.3.9 Trigger-edge sensitivity 83
6.3.10 Debouncing trigger signals 84
6.3.11 Prescale 86
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7 Dimensions 87
7.1 C-mount 87
7.2 fxo540, fxo541, fxo542, fxo545, fxo546, fxo547 88
7.3 fxo990 91
8 Appendix 94
8.1 I/O driver circuit schematics 94
8.2 IP protection classes 95
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1 Company information
SVS-VISTEK GmbH
Mühlbachstr. 20
82229 Seefeld
Germany
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mail: inf[email protected]
Web: https://www.svs-vistek.com
1.1 Standards
This manual is based on the following standards:
lDIN EN 62079
lDIN EN ISO 12100
lISO Guide 37
lDIN ISO 3864-2
lDIN ISO 3864-4
lDIN ISO 16016:2002-5
1.2 Disclaimer
This manual contains important instructions for safe and efficient handling of
SVCam cameras (hereinafter referred to as „camera“). This manual is part of
the camera and must be kept accessible in the immediate vicinity of the camera
for any person working on or with this camera.
Read carefully and make sure you understand this manual prior to starting any
work with this camera. The basic prerequisite for safe work is compliant with all
specified safety and handling instructions.
Accident prevention guidelines and general safety regulations should be
applied.
Illustrations in this manual are provided for basic understanding and can vary
from the actual model of this camera. No claims can be derived from the illus-
trations in this manual.
The camera in your possession has been produced with great care and has
been thoroughly tested. Nonetheless, in case of any complaint, please contact
your local SVS-VISTEK distributor. You will find a list of distributors in your area
on www.svs-vistek.com
1 Company information 5

1.3 Copyright notice
Forwarding and duplicating of this document, as well as using or revealing its
contents are prohibited without written approval. All rights reserved with regard
to patent claims or submission of design or utility patent.
1 Company information 6

2 Legal information
Errors and omissions excepted.
These products are designed for industrial applications only. Cameras from
SVS-Vistek are not designed for life support systems where malfunction of the
products might result in any risk of personal harm or injury. Customers, integ-
rators and end users of SVS-Vistek products might sell these products and
agree to do so at their own risk, as SVS-Vistek will not take any liability for any
damage from improper use or sale.
2.1 USA and Canada
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
NOTICE This equipment is compliant with Class A of CISPR 32. In a residential
environment this equipment may cause radio interference.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
It is necessary to use a shielded power supply cable. You can then use the
“shield contact” on the connector which has GND contact to the camera hous-
ing. This is essential for any use. If not done and camera is destroyed due to
Radio Magnetic Interference (RMI) WARRANTY is void!
lPower: US/UK and European line adapter can be delivered. Otherwise use
filtered and stabilized DC power supply.
lShock & vibration resistance is tested. For detailed specifications refer to
the section on specifications ("Specifications").
2.2 Europe
This camera is CE tested, rules of EN 55022:2010+AC2011 and EN61000-6-
2:2005 apply.
The product is in compliance with the requirements of the following European
directives:
l2014/30/EU Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
l2011/65/EU Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in elec-
trical and electronic equipment (RoHS)
All SVS-VISTEK cameras comply with the recommendation of the European
Union concerning RoHS Rules.
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3 The FXO
The FXO is a camera series designed for high-end machine vision with a C-
mount connection. Only Sony image sensors with excellent optical performance
and high bandwidth are used in the FXO. Advanced electronic circuitry, an
excellent temperature management and low power dissipation make the basis
for optimal performance of even the most demanding image sensors. Equipped
with the fastest interfaces from the world of image processing, the FXO allows
the high bandwidths of modern image sensors to be transferred into the applic-
ation.
The CoaXPress-12 interface is suitable for applications with extremely stable
data rates and high requirements on trigger latency.
3.1 CoaXPress-12 features (CoaXPress 2.0)
CoaXPress-12 (CXP) is the latest development regarding high speed high
volume data transfer for imaging. The interface needs a frame grabber. The
CoaXPress standard is very precise and is incorporating a lot of features like
power-over-CoaXPress (PoCXP) already in the standard definition.
Main advantages of CXP-12 are
l12.5 Gbit/s tranfer rate per line
lLines can be teamed
lProvides data and power on a single line (PoCXP)
lVery thin and flexible 75 Ohm coaxial cables
l25m data cable supported
lExtremely low latency times
lHigh uplink speed 41.6 Mbit/s
lPrecise trigger over CXP (theoretical max. 300kHz)
lNew, very robust DIN micro-BNC connector
3.2 4I/O adds light and functionality
Fig.: 3-1: Illustration of 4I/O concept of switching LEDs
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Your SVS-Vistek camera is equipped with the innovative 4I/O-interface allowing
full light control, replacing external strobe controllers. Each of the outputs can
be individually configured and managed using pulse width modulation. With its
high current output, the camera is able to drive LED lights directly without
external light controller.
The integrated sequencer allows multiple exposures with settings to be pro-
grammed, creating new and cost effective options. Logical functions like AND /
OR are supported.
lUp to 4 x open drain high power OUT
lUp to 4 x high voltage IN – TTL up to 25 Volts
lPower MOSFET transistors
lPWM strobe control
lSequencer for various configurations
lPLC fuctionality with AND, OR and timers
lSafe Trigger (debouncer, prescaler, high low trigger)
INFO Find an example how to operate light control in the section on sequencer
("Sequencer" on page 75).
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3.3 Lens control
Various SVCam models are supporting adjustable lenses. Focus and iris of the
lens can be controlled from within the camera GenICam tree. A special Y-cable
might be required, contact [email protected].
The following variable lens types are currently supported:
lMFT lenses (in Tracer series) have full support of lens focus, iris and zoom.
Only available in Tracer models no options selectable in GenICam tree.
lBirger mount
Ask [e-mail] for information of usability and restrictions of
the Birger adapter.
lVarioptic liquid lens
Control of extremely fast focus cycles. Make sure sensor diameter is
covered by lens.
lCanon EF lens
Focus and iris control is supported. Use high quality Canon lenses with
machine vision applications. The SVCam-EF adapter can be acquired from
SVS-Vistek.
INFO Lens control (except MFT) will make use of the serial ports of the Hirose con-
nector.
3.3.1 Use liquid lens on C-mount
We are supporting Varioptic liquid lenses. The liquid lens support does variable
focus only, zoom and aperture control are not existing with the Varioptic liquid
lens. You need a special serial cable with Hirose for connecting the lens to the
camera, please ask your dealer. Being extremely fast and robust, the liquid lens
is best choice as long as variable focus is sufficient in the application and you
do not need a full lens control with aperture control and zoom functionality. In
case of full lens control requirement, please refer to the TRACER series.
The lens is powered and controlled by the camera. The lens can be controlled
via SDK functions or more easily via GenICam property.
Liquid lenses do have some advantages and disadvantages compared to glass
optics:
lAdvantages of liquid lenses
oExtremely robust to mechanical shock (best choice for fast moving
robotics) and acceleration
oFast focus (often significantly faster than 10 ms under common con-
ditions)
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lDisadvantages of liquid lenses
oLimited resolution
oHigh chromatic aberration
oAny acceleration (gravitational as well as acceleration from move-
ment) might increase spherical aberration as long as the force is work-
ing (will disappear if force has ceased within several 10ms)
3.3.2 Use of Canon lenses
We are supporting Canon EF lenses. The SVCam-EF adapter gives you the
possibility to mount Canon EF lenses with full control of focus and iris. Canon
lenses are well known for their optical excellence and combine perfectly to high
resolution machine vision cameras.
This camera series does have the firmware support already included in the
GenICam tree and provides you with Canon lens control in all GenICam based
software packages.
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4 Getting started
4.1 Get help
In case of issues with the camera we are happy to help. For being able to help
you in a fast and efficient way, we ask you for a description of the issues using
camera in your support request.
You can put your support request to us via our support form:
https://www.svs-vistek.com/en/support/svs-support-request.php
Please fill the form with special attention to camera model, frame grabber model
and operating system. Our support team will come back to you.
4.2 Find camera specs
Our website does have all technical data of all our cameras online. Go to
https://www.svs-vistek.com/en/industrial-cameras/svs-cameras.php for getting
technical data sheets.
Cameras can be found by searching with series and model name or by using
the SVCam camera finder. Having found the requested camera, the details/-
download section provides you with manuals, drawings, soft- and firmware for
your camera.
4.3 Power supply
4.3.1 Power safety
The camera does not have a power switch. The camera is powered on as soon
power is available to the camera. This might happen via the Hirose connector or
(in case of USB or CoaXPress) through the interface cables.
For making sure the camera is not connected to power
lDisconnect Hirose (or M12) plug from camera
lIf the camera interface is USB or CoaXPress, disconnect interface con-
nector from the camera
lDisconnect power plug from power AC wall outlet to disable the DC power
supply as well.
The power supply must be easily accessible at all times! For Power specs, refer
to the data sheet of your model.
Before connecting your camera to power, make sure your data cable is con-
nected properly. Always connect data cable before power.
NOTICE The camera does not support hotplugging
4.3.2 Connect the camera
The camera is powered on by connecting power to the camera.
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lConnect the power supply with the Hirose connector.
INFO When using your own power supply (voltage range 10 -25 V DC), see also
Hirose 12-pin layout of the power connector. For power input specifications
refer to specifications.
Generally external power supply for USB3 Vision, CoaXPress (if PoCXP
enabled) or PoE cameras is not needed. Nonetheless, you might want to use a
separate power on the Hirose connector to reduce load on the data port. The
external power on the Hirose connector is the preferred power source.
The power up is defined as follows:
lPower over USB3, CoaXPress port or GigE port (with PoE) or on the Hirose
connector will power on the camera.
lIf power is found on the Hirose connector, camera power supply will switch
to the Hirose connector.
lIf Hirose power supply is cut, camera power supply will switch back to
power over USB3, PoE or power over CXP supply.
INFO Camera power supply is not powering 4I/O LED lights.
4.4 Camera status LED codes
Latest SVCam CoaXPress cameras provides status information per CXP line. A
LED is located close to each CXP connector and will indicate the current status
for the appropriate CXP line. The LEDs will change color and rhythm.
The meaning of the CXP line blinking codes is depending whether PoCXP is
used and translates as follows:
Fig.: 4-1: Camera status LED codes
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4.5 Software and firmware
Further information, documentations, release notes, latest software and applic-
ation manuals can be downloaded in the download area on SVS-Vistek down-
load area. Depending on the type of camera you bought, several software
packages apply.
If you are logged in, this is the location to find latest releases of firmware
upgrades of your camera model as well.
4.5.1 Software for CoaXPress
CoaXPress is a well defined standard protocol. As there is the need for a hard-
ware grabber, the grabber manufacturer is providing software for CoaXPress
cameras. Please refer to the manufacturer of your CoaXPress grabber device.
The latest SVCapture (starting with version 2.5.4) is able to run CoaXPress cam-
eras with Euresys CoaXPress interface cards and their GenTL drivers respect-
ively. SVCapture providing a GenICam interface tree with its GenICam
properties. You might need your framegrabber’s manufacturer software for view-
ing images though.
Please read the SVCam Kit Quick Guide regarding install.
4.5.2 SVCapture 2.x
SVCapture is the recommended, GenICam-based software to operate SVCam
industrial cameras. Your SVCam combined software installer including:
lSVCapture 2.x
(a viewer/controller program for SVCam cameras)
lPC USB3 driver & filter driver
lGenTL_Drivers
(GenICam drivers and transport layer DDLs for Camera Link, CoaXPress,
USB3, GigE / 10 GigE)
lC/C# programming libs and interface
SVCapture 2.x is a GenICam/XML based software tool provided for free. It is
created to show the capabilities of your SVS-Vistek camera and to show/modify
values to your cam.
Get control of exposure timing, trigger delay, image correction etc. or control up
to 4 LED lights connected to the SVCam directly via "GenICam" on page 62con-
trol. Use the built-in "Sequencer" on page 75to program several intervals
executed by a single trigger impulse.
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Fig.: 4-2: Screenshot of SVCapture 2.x: GenICam tree and current image
Setup of SVCapture2
Installation procedure may differ from PC to PC. It is recommended to install the
whole software package. For this step it is necessary to have root access to
your computer.
1. Copy or expand the installation executable file to your hard drive.
2. Start installation. Read and accept the terms of license agreement.
3. Choose destination folder and select necessary modules / drivers. The
TLxxx modules are the GenTL drivers, necessary as well if you want to use
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SVS-Vistek driver with third party software.
4. In case of system warnings regarding modification of USB3 drivers or
GigE/10GigE filter drivers: The specified performance is possible only with
these highly optimized drivers. Accept these modifications.
Initialization
First launch
1. Connect the camera to your computer. In case of a new USB3 camera
driver hardware installation notice will pop up.
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2. Start SVCapture. SVCapture will try to discover your camera.
3. Click on the camera being found and you’re connected.
Depending on your interface type, with TL Settings you are able to adjust which
interface types should be included in the camera discover process.
INFO If you have installed third-party GenTL drivers (e.g. Euresys CoaXPress or
Camera Link drivers), they should be selectable as well. This works only if
third-party software has been installed before SVCapture.
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4. Find and adjust your camera features in the GenICam tree. Click and
adjust items by number (1.) or slider (2.) and start grabbing images from
the camera.
USB 3.0 driver
You can find the USB 3.0 driver which has been installed automatically within
the hardware manager:
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4.5.3 Software development kit
The SDK is based on C programming language and is installed together with
SVCapture2. The SDK supports C and C++. For a typical installation, the lib-
raries, header files, and examples are located in the directory:
C:\Program Files\SVS-VISTEK GmbH\SVCam Kit\SDK
INFO Refer to the “Getting started with SDK” manual for first steps in programming
your SVS-Vistek camera. This document should be included in the docs sec-
tion of your installation.
The following platforms are supported:
lX86 (Windows, Linux, MacOS support on request)
lARM (Nvidia Jetson TX1/TX2)
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5 Connectors
Cameras from SVS-Vistek feature a combined I/O and power supply connector
(Hirose) and a data connector.
5.1 CoaXPress-12
CoaXPress-12 (or CoaXPress 2.0) supports a bandwidth of up to 12.5 Gbit/s
per line. The connector is a µBNC connector, which is different to CoaXPress-6
connectors. Cable is 75 Ohm, RG187 recommended. SVS-VISTEK uses
female connectors on their cameras according to JIIA standard. You need
cables with male connectors (plugs).
CoaXPress standard supports camera control and power over CoaXPress
(PoCXP, 24V@13W). It is recommended to use the frame grabber power sup-
ply over CoaXPress.
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