SVS-Vistek GIGA VISION ECO 4I/O User manual

1.24.2018
Manual ECO 4I/O
eco204, eco267, eco274, eco285, eco414, eco415, eco424,
eco445, eco618, eco625, eco655
Pyramid Imaging

Manual ECO 4I/O 1.24.2018
Company Information
PYRAMID IMAGING, INC.
945 E. 11th Avenue
Tampa, FL 33605
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mail: [e-mail]
Web: https://pyramidimaging.com
This Operation Manual is based on the following standards:
DIN EN 62079
DIN EN ISO 12100
ISO Guide 37
DIN ISO 3864-2
DIN ISO 3864-4
This Operation Manual contains important instructions for safe and
efficient handling of SVCam Cameras (hereinafter referred to as
„camera“). This Operating 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 Operation 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 shoud be
applied.
Illustrations in this Operation Manual are provided for basic
understanding and can vary from the actual model of this camera. No
claims can be derived from the illustrations in this Operation Manual.
The camera in your possession has been produced with great care and
has been thoroughly tested. Nonetheless, should you have reasons for
complaint, then please contact Pyramid Imaging.
Copyright Protection Statement
(as per DIN ISO 16016:2002-5)
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.
Pyramid Imaging

Contents
iii
Contents
1
Safety Messages ......................................................6
2
Legal Information.....................................................7
3
The ECO ................................................................8
3.1
The SVCam ECO Series: Extremely small ..................... 8
3.2
GigE-Vision features................................................. 8
3.3
4IO adds Light and Functionality................................ 9
4
Getting Started ......................................................10
4.1
Contents of Camera Set.......................................... 10
4.2
Power supply......................................................... 10
4.3
Camera status LED codes........................................ 10
4.4
Software............................................................... 11
4.4.1 SVCapture 2.x ............................................................ 11
4.5
Firmware.............................................................. 18
4.5.1 Firmware Update GigE................................................ 18
4.6
GigE IP Setup........................................................ 18
4.7
Driver Circuit Schematics ........................................ 20
5
Connectors ........................................................... 21
5.1
GigE Vision........................................................... 21
5.1.1 Network (TCP/IP) ........................................................ 21
5.1.2 XML Files ................................................................... 24
5.2
Input / output connectors ........................................ 25
5.2.1 Hirose™ 12Pin 4io...................................................... 25
6
Dimensions ........................................................... 26
6.1
ECO CS-mount..................................................... 26
6.2
C & CS Mount ...................................................... 29
7
Feature-Set ........................................................... 30
7.1
Basic Understanding............................................... 30
7.1.1 Basic Understanding of CCD Technology ..................... 30
7.1.2 Interline Transfer ......................................................... 31
7.1.3 Global shutter ............................................................ 32
7.1.4 Rolling Shutter ............................................................ 33
7.1.5 Frames per Second ..................................................... 36
7.1.6 Acquisition and Processing Time .................................. 36
7.1.7 Exposure .................................................................... 37
7.1.8 Auto Luminance.......................................................... 37
7.1.9 Bit-Depth ................................................................... 38

Contents
iv
7.1.10 Color......................................................................... 40
7.1.11 Resolution – active & effective ...................................... 41
7.1.12 Offset ........................................................................ 42
7.1.13 Gain.......................................................................... 43
7.1.14 Image Flip.................................................................. 44
7.1.15 Binning ...................................................................... 45
7.1.16 Decimation ................................................................ 46
7.1.17 Burst Mode ................................................................ 46
7.2
Camera Features................................................... 48
7.2.1 System Clock Frequency .............................................. 48
7.2.2 Temperature Sensor .................................................... 48
7.2.3 Read-Out-Control....................................................... 48
7.2.4 Basic Capture Modes.................................................. 49
7.2.5 LookUp Table............................................................. 52
7.2.6 ROI / AOI.................................................................. 54
7.2.7 PIV ............................................................................ 55
7.3
I/O Features ......................................................... 55
7.3.1 Assigning I/O Lines – IOMUX ...................................... 55
7.3.2 Strobe Control............................................................ 62
7.3.3 Sequencer.................................................................. 69
7.3.4 PWM ......................................................................... 71
7.3.5 PLC/Logical Operation on Inputs ................................. 73
7.3.6 Serial data interfaces................................................... 74
7.3.7 Trigger-Edge Sensitivity................................................ 77
7.3.8 Debouncing Trigger Signals......................................... 77
7.3.9 Prescale ..................................................................... 79
7.4
IR Cut Filter........................................................... 80
8
Specifications ........................................................ 82
8.1
eco204*VGE4IO................................................... 82
8.2
eco267*VGE4IO................................................... 85
8.3
eco274*VGE4IO................................................... 88
8.4
eco285*VGE4IO................................................... 91
8.5
eco414*VGE4IO................................................... 94
8.6
eco415*VGE4IO................................................... 97
8.7
eco424*VGE4IO................................................. 100
8.8
eco445*VGE4IO................................................. 103
8.9
eco618*VGE4IO................................................. 106
8.10
eco625*TLGEA4IO........................................... 109
8.11
eco655*VGE4IO.............................................. 112
9
Terms of warranty ................................................ 115
10
Troubleshooting................................................ 117
10.1
FAQ ............................................................... 117
10.2
Support Request Form / Check List ...................... 118
11
IP protection classes .......................................... 120
12
Glossary of Terms ............................................. 122

Contents
v
13
Index of figures ................................................. 125
14
Index ............................................................... 127

SVS-VISTEK–
The
SVCam ECO Series: Extremely small 6
1Safety Messages
The classification of hazards is made pursuant to ISO 3864-2 and ANSI
Y535.6 with the help of key words.
This Operating Manual uses the following Safety Messages:
Risk of death or serious injury
DANGER!
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not
avoided will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING!
Warning indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if
not avoided will result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION!
Caution indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not
avoided will result in death or serious injury.
Risk of damage
PROHIBITION!
A black graphical symbol inside a red circular band with a red
diagonal bar defines a safety sign that indicates that an action
shall not be taken or shall be stopped.
CAUTION!
A black graphical symbol inside a yellow triangle defines a
safety sign that indicates a hazard.
MANDATORY ACTION!
A white graphical symbol inside a blue circle defines a safety
sign that indicates that an action shall be taken to avoid a
hazard.
Cross-reference
NOTICE
Provides references and tips
Figure 1: Table of safety messages

SVS-VISTEK–Legal Information
The
SVCam ECO Series: Extremely small 7
2Legal Information
Information given within the manual accurate as to: January 24, 2018,
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, integrators 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.
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:
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
2011/65/EU Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances
in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS)
All SVS-VISTEK cameras comply with the recommendation of the
European Union concerning RoHS Rules
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.
Warning: 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
housing. This is essential for any use. If not done and camera is destroyed
due to Radio Magnetic Interference (RMI) WARRANTY
is void
!
•
Power:
US/UK and European line adapter can be
delivered. Otherwise use filtered and stabilized DC power
supply.
•Shock & Vibration Resistance is tested: For detailed
Specifications refer to Specification
.

SVS-VISTEK–The ECO
The
SVCam ECO Series: Extremely small 8
3The ECO
3.1 The SVCam ECO Series: Extremely small
A SVCam-ECO fits into any type of application. The SVCam-ECO series
impresses with its minimal footprint. And that even without compromising
on performance.
One of the world’s smallest GigE vision cameras
Unparalleled flexibility with an excellent price-performance ratio: This is
how one best would describe the SVCam-ECO series. Comprising 88
different variants, the cameras use well-known Sony CCD sensors with
resolution ranging from VGA to 5 megapixel. The cameras are among
the smallest industrial cameras and were specifically developed to provide
the highest frame rates paired with excellent signal-to-noise ratio.
Supporting GigE Vision and GenICam standards, the SVCam-ECO series
opens up new possibilities for integrating into your specific applications.
3.2 GigE-Vision features
GigE Vision is an industrial interface standard for video transmission and
device control over Ethernet networks. It provides numerous software and
hardware advantages for machine vision. Being an industry standard, it
facilitates easy and quick interchangeability between units, shortening
design cycles and reducing development costs.
>Cost effective
>Wide range of „off the shelf“ industrial-standard plugs and cables
>High bandwidth data transfer rate (120 MB/sec per output)
>Up to 100 m range without additional switch
>Wide range of applications in image processing
>Remote service capability
>GenICam compliant
>SDK for Windows XP/10 (32/64 bit) and Linux

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The ECO 9
3.3 4IO adds Light and Functionality
Your SVS-Vistek camera is equipped with the innovative 4IO-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.
If you attach any light to the camera, make sure the power supply has
enough power not to fail when the camera is putting light ON.
The integrated sequencer allows multiple exposures with settings to be
programmed, creating new and cost effective options. Logical functions
like AND / OR are supported.
>Up to 4 x open drain high power OUT
>Up to 4 x high voltage IN – TTL up to 25 Volts
>Power MOSFET transistors
>PWM strobe control
>Sequencer for various configurations
>PLC fuctionality with AND, OR and timers
>Safe Trigger (debouncer, prescaler, high low trigger)
Figure 2: 4IO concept with up to 4 switching LED lights

SVS-VISTEK–Getting Started
Contents
of Camera Set 10
4Getting Started
4.1 Contents of Camera Set
>Camera
>Power supply (if ordered/option)
>DVD
>3D CAD files
>Manuals
>Software: GigE-Kit (Win 32/64 & Linux)
4.2 Power supply
Connect the power supply.
CAUTION! –This camera does not support hotplugging
1. First, connect the data cable.
2.
Then
connect power supply.
When using your own power supply (e.g. 10 -25 V DC) see also Hirose
12-pin for a detailed pin layout of the power connector. For power input
specifications refer to specifications.
4.3 Camera status LED codes
On power up, the camera will indicate its current operation status with a
flashing LED on its back. The LED will change color and rhythm.
The meaning of the blinking codes translates as follows:
Figure 3:
Camera status LED codes
Flashing
Description
Yellow slow (1Hz)
No Connection
Yellow quickly ( 8 Hz )
Assignment of Network
address
Yellow permanent
Network address assigned
Green permanent
Connected with
application
Green slow (1Hz)
Streaming channel
available
Green quickly ( 8 Hz)
Acquisition enabled
Red slow ( 1 Hz )
Problem with initialization
Red quickly ( 8 Hz)
Camera overheating
Blue permanent
Waiting for trigger
Cyan permanent
Exposure active
Violet permanent
Readout/FVAL

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4.4 Software
Further information, documentations, release notes, latest software and
application manuals can be downloaded in the download area on:
https://www.svs-vistek.com/en/login/svs-loginarea-login.php
Depending on the type of camera you bought, several software packages
apply.
4.4.1 SVCapture 2.x
Your SVCam combined software installer including:
>SVCapture 2.x
(a viewer/controler program for SVCam USB3 cameras)
>PC USB3 driver & filter driver
>TL_Driver
(GenICam drivers and transport layer DDLs)
SVCapture 2.x is a 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 the PC.
Use the built-in sequencer to program several intervals executed by one
single trigger impulse.
Figure 4: Screenshot of SVCapture 2.x

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Getting Started 12
Software Setup
Installation prosecco may differ from PC to PC. It is recommended to
install the whole software package.
1. Copy/expand the installation executable file to your hard drive.
2. Run installation
3. Read and accept the terms of license agreement
4. Choose destination folder

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Getting Started 13
5. Install the USB 3.0 Driver
Generic driver included in the windows system will not
match all SVS-VISTEK USB3 Vision features.
6. Start installation
7. System, warning
The installer will modify your system (USB 3.0 driver);
there for windows systems will warn you with an
interrupt.
Accept system modification

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Getting Started 14
Installation will proceed
8. Installation completed

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Getting Started 15
Initialization
FIRST LAUNCH
The software is XML based. So in case there is no Camera connected to
the USB slot, no XML camera properties can be loaded, no values to
control are available.
The screen will be empty.
Connect the camera to your USB 3.0 slot.
Hardware installation will pop up.
Discover the camera with SVCapture 2.x by clicking “discover”.
Connected cameras will be listed.
Choose your camera.

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Getting Started 16
Conform to GenICam all control features will be listed in a flat tree
diagram.

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USB 3.0 driver
The USB 3.0 driver
You can find the USB 3.0 driver within your hardware manager:
Firmware update
From time to time make sure your camera is running up to date firmware.
A firmware update tool is integrated in the software.
Internet connection needed.
In case there is no connection contact your local support:

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Getting Started 18
4.5 Firmware
Some features may not have been implemented in older
versions. For updating your camera firmware to the most
recent version, you need the firmware tool and a firmware file
(download it from website, login area) matching your camera
model.
4.5.1 Firmware Update GigE
A separate tool called “Firmware Update Tool.exe” is
provided in the login area of the SVS-Vistek website.
Execute firmware update
>Download the firmware tool and the firmware file from
the SVS-Vistek website.
>Unpack everything into any folder, e.g. “C:\temp”
>Ensure proper network configuration
>Run the GigE update tool
Your camera should appear, choose camera by entering
camera index,
e.g. 1 and press
ENTER.
Figure 5:
searching the
camera to be
updated
Wail until
firmware update
has been
finished
Figure 6: firmware
update has just
been executed
4.6 GigE IP
Setup
Your GigEVision
camera needs a
working network connection. Make sure the camera is attached to the
network and is powered on. Make sure everything is plugged in properly
and that the firewall settings are not blocking the connection to the
camera or SVCapture.

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Getting Started 19
Start SVCapture on your computer. As soon as the camera has booted,
all SVS-Vistek GigE cameras are showing up in the main window.
The cameras will show their IP addresses. In any
case, the last number (1-254) has to be unique in
your subnet. For better understanding of TCP/IP
protocol, refer to applicable documents on the web.
The camera’s behavior is like a standard network
device. If you’re not sure about TCP/IP configuration
or your network, try automatic network configuration
as below.
With right-Click on the selected camera, a menu will show up with 3
options. Depending on whether you want the network changes to be
permanent or not choose one of these options:
1.
Force IP address
(Setup of a network address)
This dialog will put a new IP address (with subnet) to the
camera. This address is volatile, it will be lost as soon the
camera is powered off.
Automatic mode will try to setup a valid network address via
DHCP/LLA
2.
Network settings
(Setup of a network address and save it permanently in the
camera’s memory)
The procedure is the same as above, but the data will be saved
permanently in the camera even when powered off. You might
as well give a clear name inside the network (for the DHCP
server)
3.
Restart automatic network configuration
(do configuration of network IP automatically)

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4.7 Driver Circuit Schematics
Figure 7: basic Illustration of driver circuit