CameraLink Camera Manual

CameraLink Polarization Camera

Sony CMOS Polarized Sensor USER MANUAL

MC-A500P-163 / MC-A121P-67

1. Preparation

1.1 Required Items

A frame grabber that supports the CameraLink protocol is required.
If the frame grabber does not meet the following requirements, the camera may not connect.

Item	Required Version
GenICam(GenApi)	Ver_2.3.1
SFNC	Ver_2.0.0
GenICam_CLProtocol_Standard	Ver_1.1

1.2 SDK

Crevis CameraLink cameras can be connected and configured using the SDK provided by Crevis.
Crevis SDK download link: http://www.crevis.co.kr/kor/support/download/CamGuideCL.zip

1.3 Precautions

Operating temperature: 0 C to +45 C. Keep the temperature stable because image data output can vary with ambient temperature changes.
Water leakage and humidity: The product is not waterproof. Avoid exposing it to excessive humidity.
Magnetic and electric fields: The input/output signals use LVDS-level small voltage/current around 300 mV. Strong magnetic or electric fields may distort the signal.
Ventilation: Power consumption varies by environment, but the product can consume significant power. Do not enclose the product or block airflow; keep it ventilated.
Initial operation: Apply power only after the camera and frame grabber are connected with the cable.
Product performance can vary depending on cable characteristics.
To comply with CE requirements, use a standard Camera Link cable or an equivalent cable with good shielding. Recommended cable: 3M 14B26-SZLB-xxx-SKC.
This product may be modified without notice to improve functions and performance.

2. Product Specifications

2.1 Product Overview

Sony CMOS Polarized SensorPolarized sensor based on IMX250MZR and IMX253MZR

Global Electronic ShutterSupports global shutter operation for high-speed imaging environments

Polarization AlgorithmBuilt-in polarization algorithm

CameraLink InterfaceSupports Freerun and Trigger Mode

Power SupplySupports DC 24V or PoCL

2.2 Main Specifications

Spec.	MC-A500P-163	MC-A121P-67
Sensor	5M IMX250MZR	12M IMX253MZR
Sensor Format	2/3”	1.1”
Pixel Size(um)	3.45 x 3.45	3.45 x 3.45
Active Pixels (10Tap)	2464 x 2056 (2440 x 2056)	4096 x 3000 (4080 x 3000)
C/L Pixel Freq.	85MHz	85MHz
C/L Tap	10Tap / 8Tap / 4Tap / 3Tap / 2Tap / 1Tap	10Tap / 8Tap / 4Tap / 3Tap / 2Tap / 1Tap
Frame Rate (Max)* 10tap	163fps	67fps
Exposure Time	Min. 3.7us(1H) + 13.73us	Min. 6.06us(1H) + 14.26us
Scanning Method	Full / ROI(Horizontal+Vertical) / Reverse(X,Y,All)	Full / ROI(Horizontal+Vertical) / Reverse(X,Y,All)
Sync. System	Internal(Freerun), External(CC1 ~ CC4), Software trigger via PC	Internal(Freerun), External(CC1 ~ CC4), Software trigger via PC
Trigger Mode	Timed, Trigger Width	Timed, Trigger Width
Shutter	Global Shutter	Global Shutter
Gain Abs	Analog : 0dB ~ 24dB (1x ~ 15.8x) Digital : 0dB ~ 18dB (1x ~ 8x)	Analog : 0dB ~ 24dB (1x ~ 15.8x) Digital : 0dB ~ 18dB (1x ~ 8x)
Black Level (Analog/Digital)	Analog : 0 ~ 1023(10bit) / Digital : 0 ~ 1023(10bit)	Analog : 0 ~ 1023(10bit) / Digital : 0 ~ 1023(10bit)
Gamma	Adjustable LUT (10bit to 10bit)	Adjustable LUT (10bit to 10bit)
Video I/F	CameraLink Full (SDR x 2)	CameraLink Full (SDR x 2)
Pixel Format	Mono8/10, Bayer8/10, RGB8 Degree, RGB8 Polarization	Mono8/10, Bayer8/10, RGB8 Degree, RGB8 Polarization
Communication	RS232 via CameraLink connector	RS232 via CameraLink connector
Minimum Illumination	1.0 lx, F1.4, Gain MAX, without IR cut filter	1.0 lx, F1.4, Gain MAX, without IR cut filter
SNR	43.85dB	46.64dB
Function Control	GainAuto, ExposureAuto, Acquisition Frame Rate(Adjustable), Shading Correction(FFC), Noise Reduction	GainAuto, ExposureAuto, Acquisition Frame Rate(Adjustable), Shading Correction(FFC), Noise Reduction
Lens mount	C mount	C mount
Optical accuracy	Optical center ≤ ± 0.1 mm	Optical center ≤ ± 0.1 mm
Power Supply	DC(12V ~ 24V ± 10%) or PoCL	DC(12V ~ 24V ± 10%) or PoCL
Consumption (DC/PoCL)	< 3.2W	< 3.6W
Weight	47g	47g
Dimension	29 x 29 x 29 mm (Without mount, Connector)	29 x 29 x 29 mm (Without mount, Connector)
Operating / Storage	0℃ ~ +45℃ (with < 20~80% RH) / -20℃ ~ +60℃	0℃ ~ +45℃ (with < 20~80% RH) / -20℃ ~ +60℃
Vibration / Shock	98 m/s² (10G) / 196m/s² (20G)	98 m/s² (10G) / 196m/s² (20G)
Standard Compliancy	CE (EN61326-1; 2006; Class A)	CE (EN61326-1; 2006; Class A)
Environments	RoHS / WEEE	RoHS / WEEE

3. Camera Interface

3.1 Back Panel

No.	Name	Remark
1	CameraLink Connector	SDR26
2	Power Connector	4 Pin Circular Connector
3	LED indicator	LED

3.2 Camera DC Connector

4 pin circular connector — 4 pin Circular Connector

No.	Name	IN/OUT	Description
1	Power IN	IN	10.8V ~ 26.4V Input Range
2	Power IN	IN	10.8V ~ 26.4V Input Range
3	GND	IN	Power GND
4	GND+	IN	Power GND

3.3 LED Status

Light	Status
Orange	Camera initialization.
Green	Normal operation.

3.4 CameraLink Connector Pin Map

Mini CameraLink connector 1 SDR — Mini CameraLink™ Connector1 (SDR)

Mini CameraLink connector 2 SDR — Mini CameraLink™ Connector2 (SDR)

Mini CameraLink™ Connector1 (SDR)
PIN NO.	Signal Name	PIN NO.	Signal Name
1	GND	14	GND
2	X0-	15	X0+
3	X1-	16	X1+
4	X2-	17	X2+
5	Xclk-	18	Xclk+
6	X3-	19	X3+
7	SerTC+	20	SerTC-
8	SerTFG-	21	SerTFG+
9	CC1-	22	CC1+
10	CC2+	23	CC2-
11	CC3-	24	CC3+
12	CC4+	25	CC4-
13	GND	26	GND

Mini CameraLink™ Connector2 (SDR)
PIN NO.	Signal Name	PIN NO.	Signal Name
1	GND	14	GND
2	Y0-	15	Y0+
3	Y1-	16	Y1+
4	Y2-	17	Y2+
5	Yclk-	18	Yclk+
6	Y3-	19	Y3+
7	100ohm terminated	20	100ohm terminated
8	Z0-	21	Z0+
9	Z1-	22	Z1+
10	Z2-	23	Z2+
11	Zclk-	24	Zclk+
12	Z3-	25	Z3+
13	GND	26	GND

3.5 CameraLink Interface Timing

Mono or color Bayer order — 3.5.2 Mono or Color Bayer Order

4. Camera Features

4.1 Image Format Control

This feature changes the camera image output size and format settings.

Item	Setting Value	Description
Width, Height, Offset X, Offset Y	(Integer)	Changes the image output size and offset (pixel coordinates). WidthMAX >= Offset X + Width HeightMAX >= Offset Y + Height
ReverseX, ReverseY	True / False	Flips the image vertically or horizontally.
Pixel Format	Mono8/10 Bayer8/10 RGB8 Degree RGB8 Polarization	Changes the format used when transferring images to the host. Refer to section 4.1.4 for the detailed transfer order.
Output Format Selector	Intensity(S0) AoP DoLP 0 Degree 45 Degree 90 Degree 135 Degree	AoP: Outputs the average angle of light entering each pixel. DoLP: Outputs the degree of polarization as a brightness value. Intensity: Outputs the brightness of incident light. Degree: Outputs images for 0, 45, 90, and 135 degree angles.
Test Pattern	Off Vertical Ramp Horizontal Ramp	Selects the test image.

4.1.1 ROI (Region Of Interest)

By setting Width, Height, Offset X, and Offset Y, only the desired image area can be output. The frame rate increases as the output image size becomes smaller.

ROI region of interest diagram — ROI setting concept

Note

The frame rate changed by ROI can be checked through the Resulting Frame Rate parameter.

4.1.2 Reverse X, Y

This feature flips the image horizontally or vertically.

When Reverse X is set to True, the image is flipped left and right. (Bayer RG -> Bayer GR)
When Reverse Y is set to True, the image is flipped top and bottom. (Bayer RG -> Bayer GB)

Reverse X false Reverse Y false — Reverse X = False
Reverse Y = False

Reverse X true Reverse Y false — Reverse X = True
Reverse Y = False

Reverse X false Reverse Y true — Reverse X = False
Reverse Y = True

Reverse X true Reverse Y true — Reverse X = True
Reverse Y = True

Precautions

When Reverse Y is selected, Defect Filter use is limited and defective pixels may appear. Exposed defective pixels can be removed in the Defect Pixel Correction category.
When ROI and Reverse are used together, ROI is applied to the reversed image. When Reverse is enabled, the image start coordinate (0,0) is reversed. To capture the same region as before Reverse is applied, the image offset must be set to Total Size - ROI Size.

Full image before ROI — Image Size : 4024 * 3036
Offset X : 0, Offset Y : 0
Reverse X : False, Reverse Y : False

ROI image before reverse — Image Size : 2012 * 1518
Offset X : 0, Offset Y : 0
Reverse X : False, Reverse Y : False

ROI image after reverse — Image Size : 2012 * 1518
Offset X : 0, Offset Y : 0
Reverse X : True, Reverse Y : False

ROI image with compensated offset — Image Size : 2012 * 1518
Offset X : 2012, Offset Y : 0
Reverse X : True, Reverse Y : False

4.1.3 Pixel Format

This feature changes the image pixel format. Because each pixel format transfers a different amount of image data, transfer speed and bandwidth can vary.

8-bit image data format — **Mono8 / Bayer8**
8-bit image data into 8bits
Description : 8-bit monochrome unsigned
Pixel Size : 1byte
Pixel Value range : 0 to 255

10-bit image data format — **Mono10 / Bayer10**
10-bit image data into 16-bits
Description : 10-bit monochrome
Pixel Size : 2byte
Pixel Value range : 0 to 1023

BGR8 image data format — **BGR8**
24-bit image data into 24-bits
Description : 8-bit color component in one byte
Pixel Size : 3 bytes for 1 pixel
Pixel Value range : 0 to 255

4.1.4 Output Format Selector

AoP: Outputs the average angle of light entering the sensor. DN values change depending on the angle of the imaged object.
DoLP: Outputs the degree of polarized light entering the sensor as a brightness value. More polarized light produces a more saturated image.

Intensity(S0): Outputs the intensity of light entering the sensor. This is the same representation method used by standard monochrome cameras.
0, 45, 90, 135 Degree: The image becomes more saturated as the incident angle approaches the selected degree value.
Example) 0 Degree: The image becomes more saturated as the incident angle approaches 0 degrees.