Basler A202k Manual de usuario

Basler A202kUSER’S MANUALDocument Number: DA0440Version: 08 Language: 000 (English)Release Date: 29 June 2007Draft

Introduction1-2 BASLER A202kDRAFT1.2 Performance SpecificationsSpecification A202k A202kcSensor Kodak KAI-1020 Interline Transfer Progressive Scan CCD

Mechanical Considerations5-2 BASLER A202kDRAFT5.1 Camera Dimensions and Mounting FacilitiesThe dimensions for A202k cameras are as shown in Figure 5-1

Mechanical ConsiderationsBASLER A202k 5-3DRAFT5.2 Sensor Positioning AccuracyThe sensor positioning accuracy is as shown in Figure 5-2.Figure 5-2: Sen

Mechanical Considerations5-4 BASLER A202kDRAFT5.3 C-Mount Adapter DimensionsFigure 5-3: C-Mount Adapter Dimensions (in mm)5.4 F-Mount Adapter Dimensio

Mechanical ConsiderationsBASLER A202k 5-5DRAFT5.5 Maximum Lens Thread Length on C-mount Equipped CamerasA202kc cameras shipped with a C-mount lens ada

Mechanical Considerations5-6 BASLER A202kDRAFT

TroubleshootingBASLER A202k 6-1DRAFT6 Troubleshooting6.1 Fault Finding Using the Camera LEDWhen the power supply to the camera is switched on, the LED

Troubleshooting6-2 BASLER A202kDRAFT6.2 Troubleshooting ChartsThe following pages contain several troubleshooting charts which can help you find the c

TroubleshootingBASLER A202k 6-3DRAFTCheck the setup on your frame grabber and make sure that the ExSync signal is not too short. The period of the ExS

Troubleshooting6-4 BASLER A202kDRAFT6.2.2 Image Quality ProblemsUse this chart if the image is completely white, if the image is completely black, or

TroubleshootingBASLER A202k 6-5DRAFT6.2.3 InterfacingUse the interfacing troubleshooting charts if you think that there is a problem with the cablesbe

IntroductionBASLER A202k 1-3DRAFT1.3 Spectral ResponseThe spectral response for the A202k monochrome camera is shown in Figure 1-1.Figure 1-1: A202k M

Troubleshooting6-6 BASLER A202kDRAFT6.2.4 RS-644 Serial CommunicationUse the serial communication troubleshooting charts if you think that there is a

TroubleshootingBASLER A202k 6-7DRAFT6.3 Before Calling Basler Technical SupportTo help you as quickly and efficiently as possible when you have a prob

Troubleshooting6-8 BASLER A202kDRAFT9 How often did/does the prob-lem occur?Once. Every time.Regularly when: Occasionally when:10 How severe is the pr

Revision HistoryBASLER A202k iDRAFTRevision HistoryDoc. ID Number Date ChangesDA 044001 3 July 2001 Initial release covering prototype cameras only.DA

Revision Historyii BASLER A202kDRAFTDA044008 29 June 2007 Updated Basler addresses in Singapore and the U.S.A .Added environmental requirements for st

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IndexBASLER A202k vDRAFTIndexAarea of interestexplained . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26setting with binary commands . . .

Indexvi BASLER A202kDRAFTLLED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16, 6-1lens thread length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Introduction1-4 BASLER A202kDRAFTThe spectral response for the A202kc color camera is shown in Figure 1-2.Figure 1-2: A202kc ColorSpectral ResponseLTh

IntroductionBASLER A202k 1-5DRAFT1.4 Environmental Requirements1.4.1 Temperature and HumidityHousing temperature during operation: 0 °C ... + 50 °C (+

Introduction1-6 BASLER A202kDRAFTRead the manualRead the manual carefully before using the camera.Keep foreign matter outside of the cameraDo not open

Camera InterfaceBASLER A202k 2-1DRAFT2 Camera Interface2.1 Connections2.1.1 General DescriptionThe A202k is interfaced to external circuitry via two c

Camera Interface2-2 BASLER A202kDRAFT2.1.2 Pin Assignments26-Pin MDR ConnectorThe pin assignments for the 26 pin, MDR connector used to transmit video

Camera InterfaceBASLER A202k 2-3DRAFT6-Pin Micro-miniature ReceptacleThe pin assignments for the 6 pin, micro-miniature receptacle used to supply powe

Camera Interface2-4 BASLER A202kDRAFT2.2 Cable Information2.2.1 Camera Link CableA Camera Link compatible MDR cable assembly is available from Basler

Camera InterfaceBASLER A202k 2-5DRAFTFigure 2-3: Camera / Frame Grabber Interface

For customers in the U.S.A.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the

Camera Interface2-6 BASLER A202kDRAFT2.4 Input SignalsThe only control signal that can be input into the A202k is an external sync (ExSync) signal.ExS

Camera InterfaceBASLER A202k 2-7DRAFT2.5 Output SignalsThe camera’s output signals include a pixel clock, video data, and video data qualifiers such a

Camera Interface2-8 BASLER A202kDRAFT2.5.4 Video Data2.5.4.1 Bit AssignmentsTable 2-3 lists the assignment of pixel data bits to the input ports on th

Camera InterfaceBASLER A202k 2-9DRAFT2.5.4.2 Video Data Output ModesThe A202k can output pixel data in either a Dual 10 Bit, or a Dual 8 Bit output mo

Camera Interface2-10 BASLER A202kDRAFT• After all of the pixels in line one have been transmitted, the line valid bit will become low indi-cating that

Camera InterfaceBASLER A202k 2-11DRAFT[1]The line valid low time is 8.0 µs except as described in note 2 below.[2]In the level controlled exposure mod

Camera Interface2-12 BASLER A202kDRAFT Figure 2-5: Dual 10 Bit or Dual 8 Bit Output Mode with Programmable Exposure[1]The line valid low time is 8.0 µ

Camera InterfaceBASLER A202k 2-13DRAFT2.5.5 Integrate Enabled SignalAn RS-644 LVDS output signal called Integrate Enabled (IntEn) is available on A202

Camera Interface2-14 BASLER A202kDRAFT2.6 RS-644 Serial CommunicationThe A202k is equipped for RS-644 serial communication via the frame grabber as sp

Camera InterfaceBASLER A202k 2-15DRAFT2.7 Converting Camera Link Output to RS-644 with a k-BICOn the A202k, video data is output from the camera in Ca

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Camera Interface2-16 BASLER A202kDRAFT2.9 Status LEDThe A202k has a status LED on the back of the camera. The LED is used to indicate that poweris pre

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-1DRAFT3 Basic Operation and Features3.1 Functional DescriptionThe A202k area scan camera employs a CCD-sensor ch

Operation and Features3-2 BASLER A202kDRAFTFigure 3-1: A202k Sensor Architecture

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-3DRAFT3.2 Exposure Time ControlThe A202k can operate under the control of an external sync signal (ExSync) or can

Operation and Features3-4 BASLER A202kDRAFTYou can set the camera to operate in one of the ExSync controlled exposure modes using eitherthe Camera Con

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-5DRAFTCase 1 - Exposure Start With Frame Valid HighFigure 3-4: ExSync, Level-controlled Mode - Exposure Start wit

Operation and Features3-6 BASLER A202kDRAFTCase 2 - Exposure Start With Frame Valid LowFigure 3-5: ExSync, Level-controlled Mode - Exposure Start with

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-7DRAFT3.2.1.3 Recommendations for Controlling Exposurein ExSync Programmable ModeWhen using the ExSync programmab

Operation and Features3-8 BASLER A202kDRAFTCase 1 - Exposure Start With Frame Valid HighFigure 3-6: ExSync, Programmable Mode - Exposure Start with Fr

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-9DRAFTCase 2 - Exposure Start With Frame Valid LowFigure 3-7: ExSync, Programmable Mode - Exposure Start with Fra

Operation and Features3-10 BASLER A202kDRAFT3.2.2 Free-run OperationIn free-run, no ExSync signal is required. The camera generates a continuous inter

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-11DRAFT3.2.2.1 Recommendations for Controlling Exposurein Free-run Programmable ModeWhen using the free-run progr

Operation and Features3-12 BASLER A202kDRAFT3.3 Video Data Output ModesThe A202k can output video data using two different modes: dual 10 bit mode, or

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-13DRAFT3.5 Gain and OffsetThe major components in the A202k electronicsinclude: a CCD sensor, two VGCs (Variable

Operation and Features3-14 BASLER A202kDRAFTWith binary commands, you must use the Left Side Gain and Right Side Gain binary commandsto set the gain a

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-15DRAFT3.5.2 Balancing the Left Side and Right Side Gain As described on page 3-13, gain alignment between the ch

Operation and Features3-16 BASLER A202kDRAFT3.5.2.1 Balancing Gain Settings When Using Binary CommandsThe left side gain is set using the Left Side Ga

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-17DRAFT4. Enter the decimal value for the left side reference gain (RGLS) and the decimal value for thedesired ga

Operation and Features3-18 BASLER A202kDRAFT6. Use the same method as shown in steps 3, 4, and 5 to calculate the right side gain setting.For our exam

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-19DRAFT3.5.4 Balancing the Left Side and Right Side OffsetAs described on page 3-13, offset alignment between the

ContentsBASLER A202k IDRAFTTable of Contents1 Introduction1.1 Camera Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation and Features3-20 BASLER A202kDRAFTSample Calculation Using the Reference Offset ValuesAssume that you are working with an A202k, that you ha

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-21DRAFT5. Use the same method as shown in steps 3 and 4 to calculate the right side offset setting. Forour exampl

Operation and Features3-22 BASLER A202kDRAFT3.6 Digital ShiftThe “digital shift” feature allows you to change the group of bits that is output from ea

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-23DRAFTShift TwiceWhen the camera is set to shift twice, the outputfrom the camera will include bit 7 through bit

Operation and Features3-24 BASLER A202kDRAFTShift OnceWhen the camera is set to shift once, the output fromthe camera will include bit 8 through bit 1

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-25DRAFT3.6.3 Precautions When Using Digital ShiftThere are several checks and precautions that you must follow be

Operation and Features3-26 BASLER A202kDRAFT3.7 Area of Interest (AOI)The area of interest (AOI) feature allows you to specify a portion of the CCD ar

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-27DRAFT3.7.1 AOI Setup GuidelinesWhen setting up the area of interest, several guidelines must be followed. The s

Operation and Features3-28 BASLER A202kDRAFT3.7.3 Changes to the Pixel Timing and Output with AOIWhen the AOI feature is being used, frame valid will

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-29DRAFTFigure 3-13: Timing and Output Changes with AOITIMING CHART IS NOT TO SCALE

ContentsII BASLER A202kDRAFT3 Basic Operation and Features3.1 Functional Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation and Features3-30 BASLER A202kDRAFT3.8 BinningBinning is available on A202k monochrome cameras. Binning increases the camera’s sensitivityto

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-31DRAFT3.8.1 Changes to the Maximum Frame Rate with BinningWhen vertical binning or full binning is used, the cam

Operation and Features3-32 BASLER A202kDRAFT3.10 Color Creation in the A202kcThe CCD sensor used in the A202kc is equipped with an additive color sepa

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-33DRAFT3.11 Test ImagesThe test image mode is used to check the camera’s basic functionality and its ability to t

Operation and Features3-34 BASLER A202kDRAFT3.11.2 Test Image TwoThe basic pattern of test image two is similar to test image one. However, with test

Operation and FeaturesBASLER A202k 3-35DRAFT3.12 Configuration SetsThe camera’s adjustable parameters are stored inconfiguration sets and each configu

Operation and Features3-36 BASLER A202kDRAFT3.13 Camera TemperatureA202k series cameras include a sensor that measures the temperature on one of the e

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-1DRAFT4 Configuring the CameraThe A202k comes factory-set so that it will work properly for most applications wit

Configuring the Camera4-2 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.1 Configuring the Camera with the Camera Configuration Tool Plus (CCT+) The Camera Configuration Tool Plu

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-3DRAFT4.1.3 Configuration Tool BasicsThe RAM memory in the camera contains the set of parameters that controls th

ContentsBASLER A202k IIIDRAFT4 Configuring the Camera4.1 Configuring the Camera with the Camera Configuration Tool Plus (CCT+) . . . . . 4-24.1.1 Op

Configuring the Camera4-4 BASLER A202kDRAFT 4.1.4 Configuration Tool HelpThe configuration tool includes a complete on-line help file which explains h

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-5DRAFT4.2 Configuring the Camera with Binary Programming CommandsConfiguration commands can be issued to the A202

Configuring the Camera4-6 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.1 Command Frame and Response FormatFigure 4-2: Representation of a Command Frame and ResponseSTX Iden

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-7DRAFTACK/NAK Response Positive frame acknowledge/negative frame acknowledgeSize = 1 byte(The value for a positiv

Configuring the Camera4-8 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.2 Error Checking4.2.2.1 ACK/NAKWhen the camera receives a frame, it checks the order of the bytes in th

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-9DRAFT4.2.3 Example Commands4.2.3.1 Read commandAn example of the command message used to read the camera status

Configuring the Camera4-10 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.3.3 Calculating the Block Check CharacterThe block check character in any A202k command is the exclusi

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-11DRAFT4.2.4 Commands for Setting Camera Parameters4.2.4.1 Video Data Output ModePurpose: To set the video data o

Configuring the Camera4-12 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.4.2 Exposure Time Control ModePurpose: To set the exposure time control mode or to read the current ex

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-13DRAFT4.2.4.3 Timer 14.2.4.4 Timer 2Purpose: To set Timer 1 or to read the current Timer 1 setting. Timer 1 is u

ContentsIV BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.5.8 Read FPGA Firmware Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-244.2.5.9 Read Camera Temperat

Configuring the Camera4-14 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.4.5 Digital ShiftPurpose: To enable or disable digital shift. See Section 3.6 for an explanation of di

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-15DRAFT4.2.4.6 Area of Interest Starting Column4.2.4.7 Area of Interest Width in ColumnsPurpose: To set the start

Configuring the Camera4-16 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.4.8 Area of Interest Starting Line4.2.4.9 Area of Interest Height in LinesPurpose: To set the starting

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-17DRAFT4.2.4.10 Left Side Gain4.2.4.11 Left Side OffsetPurpose: To set the gain for the left side of the CCD arra

Configuring the Camera4-18 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.4.12 Right Side Gain4.2.4.13 Right Side OffsetPurpose: To set the gain for the right side of the CCD a

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-19DRAFT4.2.4.14 Horizontal Binning4.2.4.15 Vertical BinningPurpose: To enable or disable horizontal binning. See

Configuring the Camera4-20 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.4.16 Mirror Image Purpose: To enable or disable the mirror image feature. See Section 3.9 for an expla

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-21DRAFT4.2.4.17 Test Image CommandPurpose: To enable or disable a test image. See Section 3.11 for an explanation

Configuring the Camera4-22 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.5 Query Commands4.2.5.1 Read Vendor Information4.2.5.2 Read Model Information4.2.5.3 Read Product IDPu

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-23DRAFT4.2.5.4 Read Serial Number4.2.5.5 Read Camera Version4.2.5.6 Read EEPROM Firmware VersionPurpose: To read

IntroductionBASLER A202k 1-1DRAFT1 IntroductionThe Basler A202k high resolution, progressive scan camera is a versatile camera designed forindustrial

Configuring the Camera4-24 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.5.7 Read Microcontroller Firmware Version4.2.5.8 Read FPGA Firmware VersionPurpose: To read the microc

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-25DRAFT4.2.5.9 Read Camera Temperature Purpose: To read the camera’s internal temperature. See Section 3.13 for t

Configuring the Camera4-26 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.5.10 Reference ValuesPurpose: To read the reference values that are determined during the camera’s fac

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-27DRAFT4.2.6 Commands for Manipulating Configuration Sets4.2.6.1 Copy the Factory Set or a User Set into the Work

Configuring the Camera4-28 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.6.2 Copy Work Set into a User SetPurpose: To copy the Work Set into one of the 15 User Sets. See Secti

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-29DRAFT4.2.6.3 Select the Startup PointerPurpose: The Startup Pointer is used to tag the configuration set that w

Configuring the Camera4-30 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.7 Camera Status CommandPurpose: The camera has been programmed to detect several error conditions. Whe

Configuring the CameraBASLER A202k 4-31DRAFT4.2.8 Bitrate CommandPurpose: To set the bitrate of the serial communications link. The bitrate is changed

Configuring the Camera4-32 BASLER A202kDRAFT4.2.9 Camera Reset CommandPurpose: Initiates a camera reset. The behavior is similar to a power up reset.T

Mechanical ConsiderationsBASLER A202k 5-1DRAFT5 Mechanical ConsiderationsThe A202k camera housing is manufactured with high precision. Planar, paralle