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MIPI CSI-2 C
AMERAS
Alvium CSI-2 Cameras
User Guide
V1.1.0
Allied Vision Technologies GmbH // Taschenweg 2a, 07646 Stadtroda / Germany
2019-Jul-01

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  • Page 1 MIPI CSI-2 C AMERAS Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0 Allied Vision Technologies GmbH // Taschenweg 2a, 07646 Stadtroda / Germany 2019-Jul-01...
  • Page 2: Alvium Csi-2 Cameras At A Glance

    Alvium CSI-2 cameras at a glance Alvium CSI-2 cameras at a glance Read this document carefully Learn to avoid damage to your Alvium CSI-2 camera and use it in the most safe and efficient way. NOTICE Damage to camera and embedded hardware by improper handling Setup and operation for Alvium CSI-2 cameras in embedded systems is different than for cameras in PC-based systems.
  • Page 3: Contact Us

    Contact us Contact us Connect with Allied Vision by function https://www.alliedvision.com/en/meta-header/contact Find an Allied Vision office or distributor https://www.alliedvision.com/en/about-us/where-we-are Email info@alliedvision.com support@alliedvision.com Sales offices Europe, Middle East, and Africa: +49 36428-677-230 North, Central, and South America: +1 877 USA-1394 Asia-Pacific: +65 6634-9027...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Alvium CSI-2 cameras at a glance ..........2 Shipping contents .
  • Page 5 Contents Shock and vibration ..............25 Notes on specifications.
  • Page 6 Contents White balance and balance ratio............59 Region of interest / Cropping.
  • Page 7: Document History And Conventions

    Document history and conventions This chapter includes: Document history ..............8 Conventions used in this manual..........8 Product naming............... 9 Terms and abbreviations............11 Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 8: Document History

    Document history and conventions Document history Version Date Remarks V1.0.0 2019-Jun-04 Release version V1.1.0 2019-Jul-01 • Removed separate bit depth for maximum frame rates in Specifications on page 24. • Corrected ADC bit depth for Alvium 1500 C-500 in Specifications on page 24 and for all models in Image data flow...
  • Page 9: Product Naming

    Document history and conventions Practical Tip Additional information helps to understand or ease handling the camera. Avoiding malfunctions Precautions are described. Additional information Web link or reference to an external source with more information is shown. Product naming Camera model naming Alvium cameras are named to identify model properties.
  • Page 10 Document history and conventions Names of third-party products in this document are partly shortened to ease reading. Nevertheless, we respect all manufacturer rights and trademarks. Naming in this document Official naming or description Reference Nitrogen6_MAX Boundary Devices Nitrogen6_MAX embedded https://boundarydevices.com board Wandboard i.MX6 Wandboard i.MX6 embedded board...
  • Page 11: Terms And Abbreviations

    Document history and conventions Terms and abbreviations Term Description Reference adapter board Printed circuit board (PCB) that connects Alvium Cameras Accessory Guide at embedded boards, cameras, and I/Os, https://www.alliedvision.com/ dedicated to an individual embedded board en/support/ technical-documentation/ alvium-documentation.html bare board Camera consisting of electronics and sensor on CSI-2 bare board on page 41...
  • Page 12 Document history and conventions Term Description Reference SFNC Standard Feature Naming Convention https://www.emva.org/ (GenICam) S-Mount M12-Mount Mounting and focusing S-Mount lenses on page 70 Table 5: Terms and abbreviations (Sheet 2 of 2) Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 13: Compliance, Safety, And Intended Use

    Compliance, safety, and intended use This chapter includes: Compliance notifications ............14 Camera applications and intended use ........ 15 Your safety................16 Product safety ............... 17 Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 14: Compliance Notifications

    Compliance, safety, and intended use Compliance notifications For customers in Europe Allied Vision has demonstrated the fulfillment of the requirements relating to the Alvium CSI-2 camera family: • Directive 2011/65/EU, including amendment 2015/863/EU (RoHS) • Directive 2012/19/EU (Waste of Electric and Electronic Equipment, WEEE).
  • Page 15: Camera Applications And Intended Use

    • The camera-supporting software can be obtained and installed separately from the camera. Usage of the software is solely the responsibility of the user. • The camera must not be disassembled. For all repair tasks, contact Allied Vision or one of Allied Vision's authorized representatives.
  • Page 16: Your Safety

    Compliance, safety, and intended use Your safety This section informs about issues related to your personal safety. Descriptions explain how to avoid hazards and operate Alvium CSI-2 cameras safely. Handling lens mounts The lens mount thread has sharp edges. Be careful these edges do not cut your skin when mounting or unmounting lenses.
  • Page 17: Product Safety

    The MIPI CSI-2 standard does not specify electrical connections as extensively as USB or GigE standard. Read specifications carefully. Allied Vision accessories help to avoid damage to the camera and connected components. See the Alvium Cameras Accessory Guide for suitable accessories.
  • Page 18 Compliance, safety, and intended use Electrostatic discharge (ESD) Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is dangerous for electronic devices, especially when tools or hands get in contact with connectors and electronic components. We recommend measures to avoid damage by ESD: • Unpacking: Remove the camera from its anti-static packaging only when your body is grounded.
  • Page 19 Compliance, safety, and intended use Ground loops Unsuitable connections can lead to different potentials between the camera system GND and the environmental shield/chassis GND caused by ground loops. This can damage the camera and the connected devices or cause malfunctions. •...
  • Page 20 Compliance, safety, and intended use Soldering Improper soldering can cause short circuits. FPC connectors and FPC cables delivered by Allied Vision do not need to be soldered. MIPI CSI-2 FPC cables Manufacturing FPC cables or embedded boards If you want to manufacture FPC cables or embedded boards for Alvium CSI-2...
  • Page 21: Camera Mounting

    Compliance, safety, and intended use Camera mounting Housed cameras must be mounted using the mounting threads. Handling bare board cameras Bare board cameras are an electronic assembly without a protective housing. Therefore, they can easily be damaged. • Handle bare board cameras with extreme care. •...
  • Page 22 Compliance, safety, and intended use Sensor Sensors are sensitive to excessive radiation: focused sunlight, lasers, and X-rays can damage the sensor. Dirt and scratches can damage the sensor, too. Alvium CSI-2 cameras do not need additional cleaning. Cameras are cleaned before shipping.
  • Page 23: Heat Sinks And Conductive Media

    Compliance, safety, and intended use Use of heavy lenses For non-static applications, use lenses with a mass below 70 g and a length less than 38 mm, where the center of gravity is 20 mm, measured from the lens mount front flange.
  • Page 24: Specifications

    Specifications This chapter includes: Applied standards ..............25 Notes on specifications............26 Specifications for 1500 C-050m/c......... 30 Specifications for 1500 C-120m/c......... 33 Specifications for 1500 C-500m/c......... 36 Camera dimensions .............. 40 Lens mounts, filters, and maximum protrusion ....45 Compensation for the rolling shutter effect......47 Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 25: Applied Standards

    GenICam establishes a common camera control interface allowing third-party software to communicate with cameras from various manufacturers without customization. Vimba Access enables operating Alvium CSI-2 cameras by software using GenICam features or custom features by Allied Vision for additional functions. MIPI CSI-2...
  • Page 26: Notes On Specifications

    Specifications Notes on specifications Sensor Absolute quantum efficiency (QE) plots Measurements for color cameras were done with IR cut filter, measurements for monochrome and S-Mount cameras were done without optical filters. With optical filters, QE decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE values is ±10.25%.
  • Page 27: Frame Rate Jitter

    Specifications Maximum frame rates Data was calculated for minimum exposure time and full resolution, using RAW8 pixel format. To increase frame rates, reduce region of interest and exposure time. Dropped frames or a viewer issue? Alvium CSI-2 cameras are designed for a maximum bandwidth that does not exceed board abilities.
  • Page 28: Sensor Shutter Types

    Specifications Frame rates vs. Cropping/ROI Cropping is a functionality similar to ROI (region of interest). By using a reduced area of the available sensor, the payload is reduced, increasing frame rates. For details, see V4L2 controls vs. GeniCam features on page 52. Available values for width First release Alvium CSI-2 cameras support to set only to...
  • Page 29: Black Level Compensation For Certain Sensors

    Specifications Black Level Compensation for certain sensors This applies to Alvium 1500 C-050 cameras that have a typical black level value drift that depends on camera temperature (measured at the mainboard). The Black Level Compensation adjusts this effect as shown in the following table. ExposureTime [ms] Temperature [°C] 1,000...
  • Page 30: Specifications For 1500 C-050M/C

    Specifications Specifications for 1500 C-050m/c Specification Feature Monochrome models Color models Sensor model ON Semiconductor PYTHON 480 ON Semiconductor PYTHON 480 Resolution 808 (H) × 608 (V) | 0.48 megapixels Sensor type Progressive scan CMOS Shutter type Global shutter Sensor size Type 1/3.6 |3.92 mm ×...
  • Page 31: Dimensions, Mass, And Filter

    Specifications Dimensions, mass, and filter Bare board cameras Specification Dimensions (L × W × H [mm]) 7 × 26 × 26 Mass [g] 10 g Table 8: Bare board dimensions and mass for 1500 C-050m/c Open housing cameras S-Mount CS-Mount C-Mount Flange focal distance, optical [mm] 12.63 (in air)
  • Page 32: Frame Rates Vs. Cropping/Roi

    Specifications Frame rates vs. Cropping/ROI This section lists the resulting frame rates for changing image heights and widths when the camera is operated with RAW8 pixel format. Values are calculated and depend on the performance of your host system. Frame rates at maximum bandwidth Bandwidth calculates for 1.125 Gb/s per lane.
  • Page 33: Specifications For 1500 C-120M/C

    Specifications Specifications for 1500 C-120m/c Specification Feature Monochrome models Color models Sensor model ON Semiconductor AR0135CS ON Semiconductor AR0135CS Resolution 1280 (H) × 960 (V) | 1.2 megapixels Sensor type Progressive scan CMOS Shutter type Global shutter Sensor size Type 1/3 | 4.8 mm × 3.6 mm | 6.0 mm diagonal Pixel size 3.75 µm ×...
  • Page 34: Dimensions, Mass, And Filter

    Specifications Dimensions, mass, and filter Bare board cameras Specification Dimensions (L × W × H [mm]) 7 × 26 × 26 Mass [g] 10 g Table 12: Bare board dimensions and mass for 1500 C-120m/c Open housing cameras S-Mount CS-Mount C-Mount Flange focal distance, optical [mm] 12.63 (in air)
  • Page 35: Frame Rates Vs. Cropping/Roi

    Specifications Frame rates vs. Cropping/ROI This section lists the resulting frame rates for changing image heights and widths when the camera is operated with RAW8 pixel format. Values are calculated and depend on the performance of your host system. Frame rates at maximum bandwidth Bandwidth calculates for 1.125 Gb/s per lane.
  • Page 36: Specifications For 1500 C-500M/C

    Specifications Specifications for 1500 C-500m/c Specification Feature Monochrome models Color models Sensor model ON Semiconductor AR0521 ON Semiconductor AR0521 Resolution 2592 (H) × 1944 (V) | 5.1 megapixels Sensor type Progressive scan CMOS Shutter type Rolling shutter Sensor size Type 1/2.5 | 5.7 mm × 4.3 mm | 7.13 mm diagonal Pixel size 2.2 µm ×...
  • Page 37: Dimensions, Mass, And Filter

    Specifications Dimensions, mass, and filter Bare board cameras Specification Dimensions (L × W × H [mm]) 7 × 26 × 26 Mass [g] 10 g Table 16: Bare board dimensions and mass for 1500 C-500m/c Open housing cameras S-Mount CS-Mount C-Mount Flange focal distance, optical [mm] 12.63 (in air)
  • Page 38: Frame Rates Vs. Cropping/Roi

    Specifications Frame rates vs. Cropping/ROI This section lists the resulting frame rates for changing image heights and widths when the camera is operated with RAW8 pixel format. Values are calculated and depend on the performance of your host system. Frame rates at maximum bandwidth Bandwidth calculates for 1.125 Gb/s per lane..
  • Page 39 Specifications Frame rate [fps] Width Height ROI area Image format 1-lane 2-lane 4-lane [pixel] [pixel] [pixel] 1.125 Gb/s 2.25 Gb/s 4.5 Gb/s Individual 2592 1152 2,985,984 Individual 2592 1200 3,110,400 Individual 2592 1440 3,732,480 Individual 2592 1536 3,981,312 Individual 2592 1600 4,147,200 Table 18: ROI frame rates for 1500 C-500m/c for max.
  • Page 40: Camera Dimensions

    Specifications Camera dimensions Alvium CSI-2 cameras are available with the following mount options: Option Bare board Open housing Open housing Open housing S-Mount CS-Mount C-Mount Page Mounting the camera To mount the camera properly, see Mounting the camera on page 68. Tripod adapter For more information, see the Alvium Cameras Accessory Guide at https://www.alliedvision.com/en/support/technical-documentation/...
  • Page 41: Csi-2 Bare Board

    Specifications CSI-2 bare board 26.4 Sensor area Do not mount here Figure 8: Dimensions for CSI-2 bare board Dimensions that are common between different models are displayed in Figure model specific dimensions are listed in Table 19. Mechanical length (M ) defines the mechanical distance from the mounting area to the lens mount front flange.
  • Page 42: Csi-2 Open Housing S-Mount

    Specifications CSI-2 open housing S-Mount M3 - 2.5 (2x) 29.4 19.2 M2 - 2 (4x) M12x0.5 - 12 M3 - 2.5 (2x) Figure 9: Dimensions for CSI-2 open housing S-Mount Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 43: Csi-2 Open Housing Cs-Mount

    Specifications CSI-2 open housing CS-Mount 19.4 MIN - 21.4 MAX M2 - 2.0 CS - Mount Figure 10: Dimensions for CSI-2 open housing CS-Mount Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 44: Csi-2 Open Housing C-Mount

    Specifications CSI-2 open housing C-Mount 29.4 23.5 MIN - 25.5 MAX M2 - 2 C-Mount Figure 11: Dimensions for CSI-2 open housing C-Mount Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 45: Lens Mounts, Filters, And Maximum Protrusion

    Specifications Lens mounts, filters, and maximum protrusion No need to readjust lens mounts Alvium CSI-2 camera mounts are adjusted with high precision during manufacturing. Construction ensures permanent accuracy without need to readjust. Maximum Maximum protrusion protrusion Electronics Filter Sensor Sensor Lens mount Lens mount Figure 12: Lens mount and maximum protrusion...
  • Page 46: Ir Cut Filter

    Specifications IR cut filter By default, C-Mount and CS-Mount models of Alvium USB color models are delivered with an IR cut filter. The filter is employed to prevent infrared light from passing to the sensor. Without an IR cut filter, color reproduction quality can be affected and images may be blurred, depending on scene illumination.
  • Page 47: Compensation For The Rolling Shutter Effect

    Specifications Compensation for the rolling shutter effect This section is about sensor shutter types affecting moving images. 1500 C-050 and C-120 models have global shutter sensors, see Figure 14: All sensor lines (left) are integrated simultaneously, the image (right) of a rotating fan appears natural.
  • Page 48: Lenses: Focal Length Vs. Field Of View

    Lenses: Focal length vs. field of view This chapter includes: About this chapter ..............49 Optical vignetting with certain lenses ........49 About S-Mount lenses ............50 Focal length vs. field of view tables ........50 Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 49: About This Chapter

    Microlenses on the sensor pixels can increase the effect. For demanding applications, we suggest testing camera and lens to find a suitable setup. If you have questions, please contact your Allied Vision Sales representative. Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 50: About S-Mount Lenses

    Lenses: Focal length vs. field of view About S-Mount lenses Alvium CSI-2 color models with S-Mount have no filter. We recommend S-Mount lenses with an integrated IR-cut filter for a better image quality. Read Mounting and focusing S-Mount lenses on page 70 to avoid damage when using S-Mount lenses.
  • Page 51: 1500 C-500, Type 1/2.5

    Lenses: Focal length vs. field of view 1500 C-500, type 1/2.5 Field of view (H × V [mm]) Focal length [mm] Object distance = 500 mm Object distance = 1000 mm 1013 × 759 2031 × 1523 786 × 590 1578 ×...
  • Page 52: V4L2 Controls Vs. Genicam Features

    V4L2 controls vs. GeniCam features This chapter includes: Access modes................ 53 V4L2 controls vs. GenICam SFNC features......55 Using controls and features ..........58 Value changes by controls interdependencies ..... 61 Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 53: Access Modes

    Reference document at https://www.alliedvision.com/en/support/ technical-documentation/alvium-documentation.html. Video4Linux Access Controls the camera by V4L2 controls, using the Allied Vision driver for CSI-2 cameras directly. Existing PC-based machine vision applications can be scaled down to V4L2 on lean embedded systems, reducing power consumption and costs.
  • Page 54: Access Modes Data Flow

    V4L2 controls vs. GeniCam features Access modes data flow Other Imaging applica ons applica on V4L2 GStreamer OpenCV User space ware V4L2 framework Other V4L2 V4L2 Driver for Alvium CSI-2 driver ioctls* cameras Kernel space Direct I2C driver: MIPI CSI-2 driver: Register Control data Image data...
  • Page 55: V4L2 Controls Vs. Genicam Sfnc Features

    V4L2 controls vs. GeniCam features V4L2 controls vs. GenICam SFNC features V4L2 controls Consider that V4L2 controls change through the Linux kernel development. The driver for Alvium CSI-2 cameras currently supports kernel 4.1.15 (Wandboard and Nitrogen6_MAX). For a description of V4L2 controls related to the current kernel version, see https://linuxtv.org/downloads/v4l-dvb-apis/uapi/v4l/v4l2.html.
  • Page 56: Functionalities Comparison

    V4L2 controls vs. GeniCam features Functionalities comparison Functionalities represent controls and features in a simplified way. Functionalities listed below are organized under category and subcategory. Properties that apply to some functionalities only are set in parentheses. Sometimes, more than one V4L2 control or GenICam feature is used.
  • Page 57 V4L2 controls vs. GeniCam features Image control > Basic control V4L2 controls (= Control IDs) | SFNC features, non-SFNC Functionality Remarks Data type: (Options) | [Unit] | (Selector Feature)/Feature | Control type Data type: (Options) | [Unit] Black level / V4L2_CID_BRIGHTNESS | BlackLevel | n.a.
  • Page 58: Using Controls And Features

    V4L2 controls vs. GeniCam features Using controls and features Many V4L2 controls have GenICam feature equivalents. Differences are described below. Standards define functionalities in general, value ranges and available options may differ between different cameras. Exposure time SFNC features, non-SFNC Description V4L2 controls (= Control IDs) Feature |...
  • Page 59: Gain

    V4L2 controls vs. GeniCam features Gain GenICam features and Alvium CSI-2 cameras make no difference between analog and digital gain SFNC features, non-SFNC Description V4L2 controls (= Control IDs) Feature | Data type: (Options) Gain is set manually. V4L2_CID_GAIN Gain | Float Gain is set automatically.
  • Page 60: Region Of Interest / Cropping

    For Region of interest (SFNC) or Cropping (V4L2), a set of features or controls is used. When width and height are set with Allied Vision cameras, the image is not scaled. Instead, a section or ROI of the image is acquired.
  • Page 61: Value Changes By Controls Interdependencies

    V4L2 controls vs. GeniCam features Value changes by controls interdependencies The conversion between time and clock cycles affects control values. Controls for pixel format, bandwidth, cropping (region of interest), frame rate, and exposure time are related to each other. Changing values for one control can change values for another control.
  • Page 62: Installing The Hardware

    Installing the hardware This chapter includes: Scope of the instructions ............63 Connecting FPC cable and FPC connectors ......64 Mounting the heat sink............66 Mounting the camera ............68 Mounting the lens..............70 Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 63: Scope Of The Instructions

    Installing the hardware Scope of the instructions Software installation Software downloads and documentation This chapter describes hardware installation only. For information on supported Linux distributions and embedded boards, drivers, libraries, and programming examples, see https://www.alliedvision.com/en/products/software/ embedded-software-and-drivers.html. Hardware installation This chapter instructs on using Alvium CSI-2 cameras safely and effectively. However, we cannot provide complete information.
  • Page 64: Connecting Fpc Cable And Fpc Connectors

    Connecting FPC cable and FPC connectors Connecting Alvium CSI-2cameras to embedded boards • For evaluation, Allied Vision offers components to connect Alvium CSI-2 cameras to embedded boards. Adapter boards for Nitrogen_6MAX and for Wandboard iMX6 provide common pinning and voltage for connections to the camera using FPC cables and to I/Os using removable screw terminals.
  • Page 65 Installing the hardware NOTICE Damage to the camera by reverse polarity If Alvium CSI-2 cameras are powered with reverse polarity, camera electronics is damaged. • Before connecting camera power and I/O power, carefully read FPC connector pin assignment on page 75. •...
  • Page 66: Mounting The Heat Sink

    Installing the hardware Mounting the heat sink Alvium CSI-2 cameras must be cooled according to the specification. Bare board cameras and open housing cameras should be equipped with a heat sink to guarantee best heat dissipation. Optimizing heat dissipations For estimating requirements for your application and for designing heat dissipative housings, see the Optimum Heat Dissipation for Housed Alvium Cameras application note at https://www.alliedvision.com/en/support/...
  • Page 67 Installing the hardware 1. Connect components (blue areas in Figure 24) to a heat sink, following the instructions of the manufacturer of the heat sink and the thermal conductive media. Figure 24: Components to be cooled for Alvium CSI-2 bare board cameras Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 68: Mounting The Camera

    Installing the hardware Mounting the camera Mounting bare board cameras Heat dissipation and housings for bare board cameras For heat dissipation, see the Optimum Heat Dissipation for Housed Alvium Cameras application note. For designing suitable camera housings, see the FPC Cables and Embedded Boards for Alvium CSI-2 Cameras requirement specification.
  • Page 69: Mounting Open Housing Cameras

    Installing the hardware Mounting open housing cameras Tripod adapter For more information, see the Alvium Cameras Accessory Guide at https://www.alliedvision.com/en/support/technical-documentation/ alvium-documentation.html. Bottom or top mounting Camera top and bottom mounting is done the same way. c = Mounting thread M3 -2↓ 20 mm Figure 26: Alvium CSI-2 camera, top and bottom with mounting threads 1.
  • Page 70: Mounting The Lens

    • Avoid short S-Mount lenses falling into the camera. Mounting and focusing S-Mount lenses Allied Vision S-Mount lenses For technical data of Allied Vision S-Mount lenses with dedicated operating instructions, see the S-Mount Lenses User Guide at https://www.alliedvision.com/en/products/accessories. This section instructs how to use S-Mount lenses with your camera safely.
  • Page 71 Installing the hardware NOTICE Damage to sensor or optics by improper handling If an S-Mount lens is screwed against the sensor, sensor and lens can be damaged. • Screw in the lens at 11.0 mm maximum protrusion. • Follow the instructions carefully. Determining the allowed range for the position of the lens 1.
  • Page 72 Installing the hardware NOTICE Damage to lens threads and fixing nut by excessive force If the fixing nut is screwed with too much force, threads are worn out and the lens cannot be locked anymore. • Screw fixing nuts only with little force to keep the lens in a fix position. Locking focus Pinch nose pliers are used to screw the fixing nut: 7.
  • Page 73: Camera Interfaces

    Camera interfaces This chapter includes: Recommended accessories ..........74 Back panel ................74 FPC connector pin assignment ..........75 Status LED................77 Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V1.1.0...
  • Page 74: Recommended Accessories

    Camera interfaces Recommended accessories Compatible electronics accessories For more information, see the Alvium Cameras Accessory Guide at https://www.alliedvision.com/en/support/technical-documentation/ alvium-documentation.html. Back panel FPC connector Pin 1 Figure 34: Alvium CSI-2 camera back panel For connector pin assignment, see FPC connector pin assignment on page 75.
  • Page 75: Fpc Connector Pin Assignment

    Camera interfaces FPC connector pin assignment Alvium CSI-2 cameras have a 22-pin Hirose FH55-22S-0.5SH connector. NOTICE Damage to the camera by reverse polarity If Alvium CSI-2 cameras or camera I/Os are powered with reverse polarity, camera electronics can be damaged. •...
  • Page 76 Camera interfaces Signal Direction Level Description VCC-EXT-IN PWR IN 4.5 to 5.5 VDC Power supply voltage Maximum input current: 1.5 A EXT-GPIO 0 IN/OUT (low) = -0.3 to 0.8 VDC General purpose input / output Internal pull-up resistor: 33 kΩ to 63 kΩ (high) = 2.0 to 5.5 VDC (low) = 0 to 0.4 VDC (high) = 2.4 to 3.3 VDC @ max.
  • Page 77: Status Led

    Camera interfaces Status LED Alvium CSI-2 cameras have a green status LED. The following tables describe the flashing pattern indicating different events. Inverse flashing: If an LED is already on, it is switched off for a short time. LED codes LED codes Behavior Status...
  • Page 78: Image Data Flow

    Image data flow Image data flow Alvium CSI-2 cameras The following flow chart shows image data processing in Alvium CSI-2 cameras in general. The legend below informs about image processing details. Region of interest Region of interest Region of interest Region of interest Sensor Sensor...
  • Page 79: Firmware Update

    Firmware update Firmware update You should update firmware only to change camera functions or to fix bugs. Consider: Any firmware update may not only add new features to a camera or fix bugs. It may also replace previous features or change camera characteristics. Downloads To update the camera firmware, you can select between a tool working on the Linux GUI and another tool using the Linux console.
  • Page 80: Index

    ............. 45 lenses .............. 48 maximum protrusion ....... 22 mounting ..........70 access modes ...........53 Allied Vision contact ..........3 Mako U-503B exposure delay ......... 27 MIPI CSI-2 ............25 Black Level Compensation for PYTHON ..29 pin assignment ..........75 compliance ............14...

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