Sony's new line up of 1394.b cameras, with a number of resolutions and frame rates to choose from, has made selecting the right camera for machine vision applications easy. The new XCD-U100 incorporates a 1/3-type progressive Scan CCD and achieves up to 15 fps at UXGA Resolution. By utilizing the IEEE1394.b Interface that supports the IIDC protocol, users can transfer images to a host PC at speeds of up to 800 Mb/s. Moreover, because multiple cameras can be connected in a daisy-chain configuration, users can enjoy the benefits of simplified operation in a multi-camera system. The XCD-U100 is ideal for industrial machine-vision applications such as object recognition, inspection, measurement, alignment and more.
The XCD-U100 features a UXGA CCD that provides the highest resolution. This particular camera is ideal for applications that require the capture of ultra-high image detail
IEEE 1394b Digital Interface
The new XCD-U100 employs the IEEE 1394b interface which attains high data-transfer rates of up to 800 Mb/s. Since this camera is backward compatible with IEEE 1394a, it camera can be easily integrated with legacy 1394a systems.
The XCD-U100 camera is equipped with two IEEE 1394.b ports allowing multiple cameras to be connected in a daisy-chain configuration and be controlled from a single PC. Users can enjoy the benefits of simplified operation in a multi-camera system.
Bus Synchronization
The new XCD-U100 also features a bus synchronization function enabling users to simultaneously capture images from different angles with multiple cameras by sending a single trigger to all cameras from the host PC. This feature is not only useful for viewing images from different angles, but can be used to recreate a 3D image for more detailed inspection.
Broadcast Delivery
The broadcast delivery function of the XCD-U100 can be used to send a software trigger to multiple cameras in a daisy chain. This not only facilitates connections, but eliminates the need for using a hardware trigger which can produce false triggers due to noise. In addition, the broadcast delivery function can be used to simultaneously change camera settings such as shutter speed, exposure, white balance, gain and more.
Image Buffer
The new XCD-U100 is equipped with an image buffer, which serves as temporary storage for captured images for later transmission or retransmission. This function allows users to maximize bandwidth in multiple-camera operations or reconfirm specific images as required.
Vertical and Horizontal Partial Scanning
By selecting a particular area of image to be scanned, users of the XCD-U100 can reduce data size and increase frame rate to minimize processing time.
Vertical and Horizontal Binning
The Vertical binning feature of the XCD-U100 combines image data for every two lines vertically resulting in increased frame rates and reduced processing time. Horizontal binning combines image data for every two pixels horizontally to achieve sensitivity, faster capture speeds, and quicker processing.
Multi-Trap Function
The new XCD-U100 camera incorporates a multi-trap function to allow the capture of up to 15 images with different shutter speeds by inputting one software or hardware trigger. By doing so, specific areas of that item can be clearly seen without changing the lighting. This allows a composite image with a wide dynamic range to be reproduced.
Other Features
1. Hardware LUT (Look Up Table)
2. Built-in Real-time 3x3 Image Pre-processing Filter
3. Low Power Consumption (3.0 W)
4. Compact and Lightweight
5. High Shock and Vibration Resistance
6. Meets IIDC Ver. 1.31. Specifications
Camera
Specifications:
Detail:
Gain
Manual 0 to 24 dB Auto gain
Resolution Depth
Mono 8: 8 bits/pixel Mono 16: 10 bits/pixel
Broadcast Delivery
Camera setting Software trigger via IEEE 1394 bus
Readout Features
Partial Scanning Binning LUT 3x3 filter
Lens Mount
C-mount
Image Device
1/1.3-type Progressive Scan IT CCD
Cell Size
4.4 x 4.4 µm
Frame Rate
15 fps
Image Device Value
Monochrome
Resolution
UXGA (1600 x1200)
Image Size
1600 x1200 (UXGA)
Transfer Rate
800/400/200/100 Mb/s
Frame Rate Value
15 fps
Image Memory
16 MB
Memory Channel
15 channels for parameter settings
Interface
Specifications:
Detail:
Digital Interface
IEEE 1394b-2002 x 2 bilingual (screw lock possible)