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INFORMATION AND PRODUCT NEWS

Everything you need to know about USB3 Vision

High performance imaging computers with unique features

Eyes on USB3 Vision and our new suppliers In this edition of our newsmagazine Imaging and Vision, we present exciting product launches from several of our suppliers, we put the spotlight on imaging computers and tell you more about the new USB3 Vision standard.

Both Neousys and Matrox have released several new models of industrial computers adapted for USB 3.0 and GigE cameras.

Thanks to wide temperature ranges, configuration possibilities and fanless constructions, they are ideal for various vision applications. Whatever your interface need is, we have a solution.

Automation Technology has launched a new series of compact cameras for 3D applications. These new cameras are based on the same algorithms and sensors as the previous models but they come in a compact, ruggedized enclosure and with an excellent price/performance ratio.

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Our camera supplier Basler, broaden their camera portfolio to emphasize their position as market leader in the GigE camera segment. With over 30 models available and a starting price from € 199, the cameras are suitable for both entry-level and high-end applications.

In addition, Basler has released their first cameras with USB 3.0 interface with resolutions from VGA to 5MP. For highresolution applications, 10 and 14 MP cameras are around the corner.

We have summarized the facts about the USB3 Vision standard but a complete article and reasons for converting from other interfaces can be read in its entirety as a white paper on our website.

Enjoy your reading!

ISVI

High-speed, high resolution CoaXPress cameras ISVI is a professional manufacturer of image vision solutions and specializes in industrial camera technology with CoaXPress or Camera Link output.

The cameras offer a unique combination of speed and resolution that are suitable for

automation, optical recognition, medical device industries, high speed- and PCB inspection.

Their CoaXPress (CXP) quad channel cameras are scalable over single or multiple coaxial cables and have a downlink of up to 6.25 Gb/s per cable for video, images and

data. Power over the cable is available and cable lengths of >100 m may be achieved.

The cameras that are supported by Matrox Radient CXP framegrabber, provide advanced image processing and their industrial-grade maximize performance in machine vision applications.

Key features • CXP-6 Four channel • F-mount or M42 lens mount • Color & monochrome • Plug & Play GenICam Part number

Interface

Max. Resolution

Max frame rate

IC-X25CXP

CoaXpress

25MP

72 fps

IC-X12CXP

CoaXpress

12MP

175 fps

IC-X29

Camera Link

29MP

5 fps

IC-X25

Camera Link

25MP

30 fps

Value-packed high-performance CoaXPress frame grabber Matrox Radient eV-CXP is a cost-effective, high-performance and dependable

frame grabber for the new CoaXPress interface standard.

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Capture from the next generation of higher resolution and higher speed cameras using the CoaXPress (CXP) interface

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Acquire from multiple independent cameras at once by way of two (Dual) or four (Quad) CXP connections each supporting up to 6.25 Gbps of input bandwidth

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Interface to the highest performance cameras through the ability to combine CXP connections for up to 25 Gbps of input bandwidth

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FLIR

A-series - High performance compact thermal cameras with a low price tag The FLIR compact A-Series thermal camera is compact enough to fit in the tightest spaces on your production line and is the perfect solution for those applications that require high performance at a low cost. Designed specifically for machine vision, FLIR Compact A-Series provides the versatility and plugand-play compatibility of GigE Vision and GenICam protocols.

Extremely affordable - The FLIR compact A-Series is an extremely affordable unit.

From now on price is no longer an issue for deploying thermal imaging cameras to monitor continuous processes.

Compact - Extremely compact, measuring only 40 mm x 43 mm x 106 mm the FLIR compact A-Series can easily be integrated in every production line.

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GigE Vision standard compatibility GigE Vision is a new camera interface standard developed using the Gigabit Ethernet communication protocol. GigE Vision is the first standard to allow for fast image transfer using low cost standard cables even over long distances. With GigE Vision, hardware and software from different vendors can interoperate seamlessly over GigE connections.

GenICam protocol support - The goal of GenICam is to provide a generic programming interface for all types of cameras.

Regardless of interface technology (GigE Vision, Camera Link, 1394 DCAM, etc.) or features implemented, the Application Programming Interface (API) will always be the same. The GenICam protocol also allows use of third party software and makes the FLIR compact A-Series plug-and play.

e c n a m r o f r High pe - low costs!

SONY

Full HD FCB color block cameras In response to growing demand for high-quality, high-resolution images, Sony have developed new color models to their wide range of block cameras.

achieves excellent zooming performance with a 30x optical zoom lens. The FCBEV7100 also delivers Full HD (1080/60p) performance with a 10x optical zoom lens with very light compact design.

The FCB-EV7500 employs 1/2.8-type Exmor CMOS image sensor with Full HD (1080/60p) performance, and

These cameras inherit a multitude of features from Sony’s world-renowned FCB Series including wide dynamic range, Auto

Key features • Capture crisp, clear Full HD (1080/60p) images • Wide range of features for versatile operation • One-cable connection for simplified integration FCB-EV7500

FCB-EV7100

Sensor

1/2.8-type CMOS

1/2.8-type CMOS

Lens

30x

10x

Picture quality

Full HD 1080/60p (1920 x 1080)

Full HD 1080/60p (1920 x 1080)

Min. illumination

1.4 lx (F1.6, 50%)

1.4 lx (F1.8, 50%)

Digital zoom

12x (360x with optical zoom)

12x (120x with optical zoom)

Dimensions

50 x 60 x 89.7 mm

45.6 x 48.8 x 78 mm

ICR, and Spherical Privacy Zone Masking.

These useful features make these cameras suitable for a variety of applications.

News!

APG

Industrial camera & lighting enclosures for machine vision systems Allison Park Group, Inc. manufactures camera & lighting enclosures for harsh industrial environments. Their range consists of housings for food (FDA) applications, washdown and explosive

environments and support cameras from most manufacturers.

Cameras for industrial use, such as in machine vision applications, often have a low IP rating and need to be protected in

the environments that they are installed.

Sometimes you might just want to prevent physical damage, idle hands or just make sure that the camera is working stable over time, even in hash environments.

Key features • Compatible with most camera manufacturers • Air curtain / air cooling options

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AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY

C2 series, compact, low-cost 3D camera.

The cameras in the C4 Series released a couple of years ago, are still the fastest 3D sensors for three dimensional shape measurements in the market. This year, Automation Technology launched a new series called C2. This new line of compact ruggedized 3D cameras is based on the

Automation Technology expands their series of high performance cameras for 3D-applications.

same sensor family as the C4-series.

They also have the same functionality and are fully compatible with their predecessors.

The GigE vision interface makes these cameras easy to integrate with all the GenICam compliant vision software’s on the market.

Key features • High resolution and high speed 3D-cameras Color & monochrome • Integrated 3D-profile high precision algorithms • GigE Vision and GenICam compliant • Compact, ruggedized IP67 compliant design • Line width, intensity and height information at the same time without loss of speed.

Sensor resolution

C2-2040HS-GigE

C2-2040-GigE

C2-640-GigE

2048(h) x 1088(v)

2048(h) x 1088(v)

648(h) x 488(v)

10 bit

10 bit

10 bit

2048 pixel/profile

2048 pixel/profile

648 pixel/profile

Digitization Length of profile (3D mode) Typical profile speed depending on sensor rows

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Sensor rows

Profile speed

Sensor rows

Profile speed

Sensor rows

1088

340

1088

340

488

550

256

1400

512

710

256

1000

128

2700

256

1400

128

1900

32

9500

128

1400

32

6300

16

16000

64

1400

16

10300

8

25000

16

1400

8

15100

Profile speed

Z-LASER

Industrial lasers for your machine vision applications Z-Laser is the leading German manufacturer of laser sources and we are expanding our range of lasers for machine vision with some innovative products that complements the ZM18-series.

ZM12- Laser modules The ZM12 laser modules with a Ø 15mm optic head and the M12 thread are especially suitable for applications with limited

installation space. They complete the established laser series ZM18 with Ø 20mm laser head and M18 thread.

• Flexible, compact module with M12 thread housing • 635nm - 980nm up up to 50mW output power • Optical variety: Line, cross, dot, line matrix and other DOE projections

ZFSM - Fibre-coupled lasers This fibre-coupled laser is the perfect solution for applications requiring highest optical precision that is needed in image

processing, measurement, biophotonics and medical applications.

• Line width down to 7µm 1/e²• Intensity distribution of up to ±5% • Completely eliminated stray light around the projection

ZQ2 - High-performance laser source These high-performance lasers are perfect for applications with high environmental lighting, strong emission of the material and for high-speed inspections.Used in machine vision for 3D-measurement in

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biophotonics and for medical applications.

The ZQ2 laser is especially used for 3Dmeasurement of steel pieces, rails, tire profile and road.

High output power up to 8W (IR) Outstanding beam quality Wide range of interfaces: RS-232, USB, Ethernet, PLC, SPS www.oemautomatic.se | 7

BASLER

USB 3.0 interface and USB3 vision standard USB 3.0, also known as SuperSpeed USB, is the next generation of the popular ‘Plug & Play’ Universal Serial Bus specification, building on the strengths of USB 2.0 while also correcting its weaknesses. When using the bulk transfer method, the effective available bandwidth provided by USB 3.0 totals approx. 400 Mbytes/s. This is roughly ten times the bandwidth of USB 2.0 and five times greater than the bandwidth of IEEE 1394b(FireWire-b).

USB 3.0 also offers the potential for delivering a greater volume of power to the connected devices. At 900 mA (compared with 500 mA for USB 2.0), this is a major benefit since it allows for the operation of numerous devices with no active power supply. At the same time the energy management has also

been improved. USB 3.0 allows devices to be moved from various standby modes into a suspend mode, which saves a significant amount of energy

in terms of function and stability during image transmission. The USB3 Vision Standard ensures users stability and flexibility in the setup of a vision system.

USB3 Vision Standard Although USB 2.0 has for years been accepted in the end customer segment, it failed to gain real traction on the industrial market and one reason was the lack of a standard to define the interfaces and interoperability. This resulted in all major manufacturers of cameras, cables and software solutions came together to establish the USB3 Vision Standard for the introduction of the USB 3.0 interface onto the industrial and image processing market.

Basler is convinced that USB 3.0 will gradually establish next to Gigabit Ethernet as an important interface technology for applications in the fields of industry, medicine and traffic. This interface combines high bandwidth, plug and play and real-time capabilities. With these benefits USB 3.0 has a good chance to take hold next to GigE as a user-friendly interface for mainstream applications. Since GigE continues to offer technical advantages with regard to cable length (100 m) and multi-camera capability as well as a wide acceptance in the market, they will co-exist on the camera market.

One benefit of the standard is that the software and hardware can be swapped out interchangeably, and it is completely reliable

The USB3 Vision Standard offers the following technical benefits: • Low CPU load: The use of zero copy (Direct Memory Access — DMA — is available) keeps the necessary CPU load for image retrieval very low • Variable image size: Allows for the sending of images in variable sizes by providing the host with information about the image in advance • Low latency and jitter times: The bi-directional communication possibilities allows the host to initiate actions at any time without any expectation of delays • System stability: The uniform definitions of the requirements for the cable and other accessories prevent potential malfunctions during data transmission.

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BASLER

Discover Basler ace USB 3.0 models The new successful ace series of USB3 Vision-certified cameras feature various high-quality and field-proven CCD and CMOS sensors. Models range from VGA to 5 MP resolution and 120 frames per second (coming end of this year: 10 and 14 MP). All ace models have a 29 mm x 29 mm footprint and same bottom mounting options for easy FireWire, USB 2.0, or analog camera replacement.

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It is completely USB3 Vision compliant, and provides – thanks to its 56 MB frame buffer – interference-free data transfer.

useful features such as triggerable image sequences with different exposure times (these can be used for HDR images).

It offers a wide range of firmware features on the proprietary FPGA (field programmable gate array), including image preprocessing through debayering, color improvement, and automatic gain, as an additional bonus. Also on the list of benefits are

The ace’s most distinctive advantage over its competitors is its extremely attractive performance-price-ratio.

Ultra compact housing: 29 mm x 29 mm x 29 mm Stable bandwidth of 350 MB/s 56 MB frame buffer, image pre-processing, and many more useful features 100% USB3 Vision Standard compliant

100%

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Part number

Sensor

Resolution

Frame rate

Color/Mono

Interface

Pixel size

Optical size

acA640-90um/uc

ICX424

659x494

90

m/c

USB3.0

7.4x7.4

1/3”

acA640-120um/uc

ICX618

659x494

120

m/c

USB3.0

5.6x5.6

1/4”

acA1300-30um/uc

ICX445

1296x966

30

m/c

USB3.0

3,75x3,75

1/3“

acA1600-20um/uc

ICX274

1628x1236

20

m/c

USB3.0

4.4x4.4

1/1.8“

acA2500-14um/uc

MT9P031

2592x1944

14

m/c

USB3.0

2.2x2.2

1/2.5“

[Hz]

[μm]

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CCD anD CMOS SenSOrS 29 MM x 29 MM fOrM faCtOr

MIDWEST

GiGe ViSiOn StanDarD COMpliant inDuStry leaDinG 3-year warranty

new hdtv model

€ 199

performance. down-to-earth price. sky-high

things are looking up for customers on a budget. Now you can experience the superior design, consistent performance and renowned reliability of the Basler ace camera for the unprecedented low price starting at just € 199. Our newest ace models deliver full HD resolution, 25 fps, and sophisticated firmware features along with the proven ease of the GigE interface. And they carry Basler’s exclusive 3-year warranty— the most comprehensive in the industry.

Visit us at www.baslerweb.com to learn more. And raise your expectations of lower-priced cameras.

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BASLER

Basler expands GigE market leadership Basler has added eleven new models to its ace GigE series, two CCD and nine CMOS cameras. The new CMOS models feature 1.3 and 2 MP CMOS sensors from e2v and Aptina and can capture up to 60 frames per second (fps). The various monochrome and color cameras models are available with

global or rolling shutter as well as in NIRoptimized variants or the HDTV format.

With these newcomers Basler’s selection of GigE cameras is growing to over 30 models, ensuring that the right camera is available for a wide range of applications, from entry-level to high-end image processing.

The rolling shutter models represent a price /performance ratio previously unseen on the 2 MP market, with the popular HDTV format starting from 199€.

Part number

Sensor

Resolution

Frame rate

Color/mono

Interface

Pixel size

Optical size

acA1300-22gm/gc

ICX445

1296x966

22

m/c

GigE,PoE

3,75x3,75

1/3”

acA1280-60gm/gc

EV76C560

1280x1024

60

m/c

GigE,PoE

5.3x5.3

1/1.8”

acA1300-60gm/gc

EV76C560

1280x1024

60

m/c

GigE,PoE

5.3x5.3

1/1.8”

acA1300-60gmNIR

EV76C661

1280x1024

60

m

GigE,PoE

5.3x5.3

1/1.8”

acA1600-60gm/gc

EV76C570

1600x1200

60

m/c

GigE,PoE

4.5x4.5

1/1.8”

acA1920-25gm/gc

MT9P031

1920x1080

25

m/c

GigE,PoE

2.2x2.2

1/3.7”

[Hz]

[μm]

INTERCON 1

Cables from industry market leader HTK- Intercon 1—a division specializing in machine vision technology— is the foremost producer of camera cable and assemblies in the United States. Since 1978 it has led the camera cable market in serving machine vision customers—

providing sophisticated engineering, specialized tools and methodologies to support groundbreaking vision technology.

By helping to develop critical commercial standards it has also remained a conceptual leader within its industry.

Their range consists of standard and custom industrial grade cable assemblies for all cameras and frame grabber interfaces.

Their latest additions to their portfolio are industrial products that support the new USB 3.0 Vision standard.

• Static- or high-flex applications • Straight/angled connectors • Camera Link, GigE, IEEE1394, USB 3.0, analog, CoaXPress

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NEOUSYS

Versatile fanless computers with wide temperature ranges Neousys Technoloy has an extensive line of compact, fanless computers for all kind of applications ranging from industrial automation and mobile application to machine vision and surveillance. One of the unique features, characteristic for products from Neousys Technology is the wide temperature range. The patented expansion cassette is another example of solutions which stands out. All the different models feature a wide range of options and can easily be configured to match a specific application.

POC-100 series

Ultra-compact fanless computer The Neousys POC-100 series is an ultracompact fanless computer. The extremely small and rugged design makes it easy to

integrate the POC-100 and a GigE cameras in a standard housing or any other application with limited space. The fanless design

together with soldered memory offers exceptional shock and vibration resistance.

• Ultra-compact format, 15 x 10 cm • Intel Atom D525 1.8 GHz Dual Core CPU • Wide temperature range, -20 °C to -60 °C fanless operation • On-board soldered 2GB DDR3 memory • mSATA and 2.5” SATA HDD dual storage • Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports • Up to two RS-232/422/485 ports and two RS-232 ports

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Starting at

€299

NEOUSYS

Nuvo-3000 series

Innovative features and high performance The Novo-3000 series incorporates the cutting-edge processor technology from Intel and Neousys’ innovative cassette

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architecture. Its 3rd generation i7 Quadcore processor delivers tremendous boost of computing power as well as significant

improvement of graphic performance.

This platform also supports new features as triple display outputs and USB 3.0.

Based on Intel 3rd-Gen Quad-core CPUs Innovative cassette design for PCIe/PCI add-on card expansion Integrated 5x GigE ports with support for jumbo frames Rugged, -25 °C to 70 °C fanless operation 4x USB 3.0 ports and 4x USB 2.0 ports Optional isolated digital I/Os

8 port/ 4 port PCIeUSB host adapter card Neousys PCIe USB series is a 4-or 8-port USB 3.0 host adapter designed for industrial and vision applications and is particularly useful for high-speed data storage and image devices. Four independent 3.0 Host Controllers provides

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maximum bandwidth performance for multi-port operation. It features on-board regulated 5VDC power supply with a user-configurable 900mA/1500mA current limit to supply power to external USB devices.

Combining high bandwidth, industrialgrade power design and reliable cable connection, PCIe-USB380/340 brings great convenience to interface USB 3.0 devices for versatile operating systems, such as Windows XP, 7, 8 and Linux.

Cable-lock mechanism for reliable cable connection On-board power supply, no external power needed User-configurable current limit 4x USB 3.0 controllers Supports Windows XP/7/8 and Linux Order information PCIe-USB380

8-Port USB 3.0 host adapter with 4x independent USB 3.0 controllers

PCIe-USB340

4-Port USB 3.0 host adapter with 4x independent USB 3.0 controllers

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MATROX

Fanless industrial imaging computer - One box inspects it all Matrox 4Sight GPm is an industrial computer built for machine vision on the factory floor.

A fanless design with multiple ports for GigE Vision® and USB3 Vision® cameras makes it right at home in any production facility. Powered by a mobile-class embedded

3rd generation Intel® Core® processor, Matrox 4Sight GPm has what it takes to cost-effectively handle typical multi-camera inspections.

• Reduce service stoppages with a fanless design • Inspect multiple sites through the support for four GigE Vision and four USB3 Vision cameras • Simplify cabeling for GigE Vision installations using Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) enabled ports • Tackle typical vision workloads with a mobile-class embedded 3rd generation Intel Core processor • Connect separately to the factory floor and enterprise networks via two more Gigabit Ethernet ports • Synchronize with other equipment using the integrated digital I/Os and RS232/RS485 ports

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MATROX

Design, create and deploy inspections in record time with Matrox Design Assistant Matrox Design Assistant (DA) is the flowchart-based integrated development environment (IDE) for the Matrox

Get a free demo!

Iris GT smart camera that also offers field-proven vision tools. The new release, 3.0, makes it even faster and

easier to design your application’s flowchart and HMI and take projects from concept to completion.

Contact us for a demo or for more information on what you can achieve with the flowchart based software from Matrox www.matrox.com/imaging

AZURE

New supplier - extended range of lenses With an increasing demand for application specific lenses, we have added a complementary supplier to our already wide lens range, to better serve our customers with the right lens for the right application.

AZURE Photonics Co. Ltd. is an 9001:2008 certified company specialized in design and production of optical components for machine vision & CCTV lenses. AZURE employs a dedicated team of over 20 years experiences

in optical and opto-mechanical designs and apply state-of-the-art technology to ensure the highest quality. Since their establishment in 2000, AZURE has received good reputation from customers around the world.

Products include 1”, 2/3”, and 1/2” format 2 and 5 megapixel fixed focal C-Mount lenses for general purpose imaging. Other products in their range are telecentric, board mount (M12 Mount), and vari-focal lenses for machine vision and ITS/traffic control applications.

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Our suppliers, Imaging & Vision: Advanced Illumination, APG, Automation Technology, Azure, Basler, Carl Zeiss, Flir, Fujinon, HTK / Intercon1, ISVI, Matrox Imaging, Midwest Optical, Systems, Neousys Technologys, Northwire, Schneider, Sony, and Z-Laser.

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