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69-1 141 Rev . B TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Cameras Operation Manual.
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Page iii Notice The material contained in this manual con sists of information that is proprietary to JAI, Inc., and m ay only be used by the pur - chasers of the product.
Page iv W ARNING Changes or modifications to this unit not expr essly approved by the party responsible for FCC compliance could void the user’ s authority to operate the equipment. TM-6760 Series Operation Manual JAI, Inc. 625 River Oaks Parkway San Jose, CA 95134 T el:(408) 383-0 300 T el:(800) 445-5 444 Fax:(408) 383-0301 E-mail: imaging@ jai.
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Page vi T able of Content s 3.8 Programmable LUT and Knee Contro l (patent pending) . . . . . 21 3.9 Scan Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 3.9.1 Full Progressive Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Page ix List of T ables List of T ables T ABLE 1. 12-Pin Connector (TM-6760) ........................ .............. .............. ................. ... 6 T ABLE 2. 12-Pin Connector (TM-6760CL) ...................... .............. ................. .
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May 31, 2007 TM-6760 Series Progress ive Scan Shutter Cameras TM-6760 Series Pr ogr essive Scan Shutter Cameras Operation Manual 1 Introduction 1.1 Product Description The JAI, Inc. TM-6760 series are VGA format, high-speed mono chrome progressive scan C CD cameras.
Page 2 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Introduction 1.2 Features • Miniaturized and lightweight The printed circuit boards in the TM-6760 have been arranged with a new design philosophy in mind. This creates modular electronics for the camera, giving it flexibility .
Page 3 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Introduction • Output The TM-6760 has an 8-bit RS-644 (L VDS) d igita l output for interfacing with external image- processing systems. The TM-67 60 camera is also available with RS-422 digital ou tput as an option (OP-93).
Page 4 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Introduction 1.4 System Configuration FIGURE 1. TM-6760 Syst em Configuratio n Figure 1 below presents a typical system configurat ion for the TM -6760 camera. FIGURE 2. TM-6760CL Syst em Configuration Figure 2 below presents a typical system configuration for th e TM -6760CL camera.
Page 5 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Inst allation 2 Inst allation The following instructions are pro vided to help you to set up your camera quickly and easily . W e suggest that you read through th ese instructions before you unpack and set up your camera system.
Page 6 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Inst allation 2.2 Camera Setup 2.2.1 Heat Dissipation The TM-6760 camera is a co mpact 648K x 484K camera. Since all the electronics have been packed in a compact package, the outer case of the camera gets hot due to heat dissipation.
Page 7 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Inst allation 2.2.2 (c) Digit al Output Connector (TM-6760 only) The TM-6760 has a 31-pin AirBorn conn ector (MP21 1 -031-1 13-4300) on the rear panel to output 8-bit, RS-644 video data. The connector pin-out is shown in Figure 4 below .
Page 8 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Inst allation 2.2.2 (d) Camera Link Conn ector The TM-6760CL has a 26-pin MDR26 connector (3M pa rt number 10226-6212VC) on the rear p anel to output Camera Link data. The connector pin-out is shown in T able 4 below .
Page 9 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Inst allation 2.2.2 (e) Analog Output Connector The TM-6760 has a BNC connector on the rear panel to output analog video data. 2.2.3 Shutter Speed Control Dial (TM-6760 only ) Shutter speed can be selected by switching the shutter dial to the appropriate setting (0 through 9).
Page 10 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Inst allation 2.2.5 Digital Output Cable (TM-6760 L VDS model only) The TM-6760 camera uses the cable 30DG-02 from JAI, Inc. as a digital output cable. This cable has a 31-pin AirBorn connector on the camera end and a 37-pin D-sub male connector on the other end.
Page 1 1 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Inst allation 2.2.6 Camera Link Cable (TM-6760CL only) The MDR26 cable assembly (26CL-02-26) has been sta ndardized as the Camera Link cable. This cable has the 26-pin MDR26 co nnector on both ends.
Page 12 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Inst allation When wiring the PD-12UU power supply directly , please note the following: • The lead ends must be twisted together and tin-soldered for st rength and electri cal continuity .
Page 13 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Inst allation 2.2.9 Attaching the Ca mera Lens The TM-6760 camera accepts 1/2 " or larger format size C-mount lenses. T o att ach the C-mount lens to the camera, carefully engage the threads and ro tate the lens clockwise until it firmly seats on the mounting ring.
Page 14 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Operation 3 Operation 3.1 Camera Rear Panel (T M-6760, L VDS model only) 3.1.1 Up/Down Switch The Mode Selection switch works in conjunct ion with the Up/Down switch. Refer to T able 6 on page 15 for information on the Up/ Down switch.
Page 15 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Operation the RS-232 interface will override the rear panel switch settings of the camera. The table below shows details on various modes.
Page 16 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Operation 3.2 Camera Rear Panel (TM-6760CL) 3.2.1 Digital Output Connector (Camera Link Connec tor) Refer to Section 2.2.2 (d on page 8 for Camera Link information. 3.2.2 Analog Output Connector The TM-6760CL camera has a BNC connector on the rear panel to output analog video data.
Page 17 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Operation 3.3 Progressive Scanning Standard TV -system scanning is 525 lines interlace s canning as specified in th e RS-170 protocol.
Page 18 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Operation 3.5 Integration The CCD imager of the TM-6760 can be exposed for longer than the normal scan timing of 1/60 sec. This integration feature provides extra sensitivity for dark-environm ent applications.
Page 19 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Operation FIGURE 8. Pulse Wid th Async Shutter Timing 3.6.2 Internal Shutter Speed Control The video signal starts with internal VINIT . The cam era operates the reset and shutter in the same way as the external pulse width control mode.
Page 20 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Operation 3.7 Dynamic Range Control The typical interline transf er CCD has fixed noise levels based on dark current (thermal or KT noise), pattern noise, and the operating clock speed. In general, the level of the 25 MHz pixel clock CCD at room temperature is around 20 to 50 electron s.
Page 21 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Operation • V ariable positive knee curv e and negative knee curv e • Direct input LUT and n egative LUT 3.8 Programmable LUT and Kn ee Control (p atent pending) The TM-6760 has a built-in LUT (look-up table) for dynamic range control.
Page 22 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Operation 3.9 Scan Modes The TM-6760 supports the followin g scan modes: 3.9.1 Full Progressive Scan The normal scan mode progressively scans a full fram e of 648 x 484 pixels at 30/60 frames per second using the standard 12.
Page 23 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Operation images acquired at very high shutter speeds. The electronic shut ter , which has speeds to 1/16,000 sec., can be reset asynchro nously by external pulse con tro l. Uniform square pixels provid e superior image definition in any orien tation.
Page 24 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Operation 3.1 1.3 St arting Pixel Configuration All manufacturers produce id entical Bayer CF As, but there are slight differ ences between the CCDs produced by different manufacturer s. The first line is generally R and G , except for the Kodak CCD, which starts with G .
Page 25 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Operation FIGURE 1 1. Sync and Dat a It is important to meet the exact starting pixel at LDV and the starting line of FDV . If the starti ng pixel or line is shi fted due to the imag e capture configuration, then the inte rpolation software can be adjusted for the correct starting point.
Page 26 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Operation For a detailed timing chart, please see Sectio n 3.12, “Camera T iming Chart s,” on page 28, or contact JAI, Inc. FIGURE 12. TM-6760 Series Camera Rear Panel T ABLE 7. Basic Mode Selections (For Non-CL V ersions) a a.
Page 27 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Operation 3.1 1.6 Interpolation Sof tware Major framegrabber manufacturer s with digital capability (Camer a Link, RS-644) provid e color interpolation software. Some indepen dent image pro cess software suppliers pr ovide software as well.
Page 28 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Operation 3.12 Camera T iming Chart s Model: TM-6760 Master Clock: 50.0 MHz, M= 20.0 nsec Pixel Clock: 25.
Page 29 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Operation Operation Mode: Full Image 60FPS / 30FPS Master Clock: 50.0 MHz, M= 20 nsec Pixel Clock: 25.
Page 30 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Operation Model: TM-6760 Operation Mode: Partial Centered 200L 120 Frames/Second Master Clock: 50.
Page 31 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Operation Model: TM-6760 Operation Mode: T wo-Row Binning 120 Frames/Second Master Clock: 50.0 MHz, M= 20 nsec Pixel Clock: 25.
Page 32 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Operation 3.13 Serial Communication Kit CS-232C (not required for “CL” version) The TM-6760’ s functio ns can be controlled by a PC via RS-232C communication using the CS-232E serial communication kit.
Page 33 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras T roubleshooting 4 T roubleshooting 4.1 Problems and Solutions Following are troublesho oting tips for common problem s. In general, problems can easily b e solved by following these instructions.
Page 34 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras T roubleshooting 4.2 Information a nd Support Resources For further inf ormation and support: Phone: (408) 383-0300 (800) 445-5444 Fax: (408) 383-0301 E-mail: imaging@jai .
Page 35 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Appendix 5 Appendix 5.1 Specifications T ABLE 9. TM-6760 Series Prod uct Specifica tions T able Model TM-6760 Series Imager 1/2" progressive scan interline transfer CCD Active Area 5.83mm (H) x 4.
Page 36 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Appendix Optional Functio ns (must be ordered separately) OP 89-3 Differential Input, VINIT OP 89-4 Differential Input, VD OP 93 RS-422 OP 93-1.
Page 37 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Shutter Ca meras Appendix 5.1.1 Physical Dimensions FIGURE 13. Physical Dimensions (TM-676 0, TMC-6760) FIGURE 14. Physical Dimensions (TM-676 0CL, TMC-6760CL) 25.4 [1.00] 7.0 [0.28] 15.5 [0.61] 22.0 [0.87] 18.0 [0.
Page 38 TM-6760 Series Progressive Scan Sh utter Cameras Appendix 5.1.2 Spectral Response FIGURE 15. Spect ral Response 0 W ave Length (nm) 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 Relative Sensitivity 0.
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