A-CUJ-100-12 (1)
Digital Camera
Module
Technical Manual
XCD-V60CR/SX90CR/U100CR
(Color model)
XCD-V60/SX90/U100
(Black and white model)
© 2007 Sony Corporation
the cameras, or exposure starts on all the cameras
simultaneously using a software trigger.
Overview
The six models of the XCD-series digital camera
modules (Black and white models and RAW color
models) employing the IEEE1394b-2002 standard are
equipped with quality digital camera features.
Although it is compact, the camera allows high-speed
image transfer and daisy chain connection with two
IEEE1394b connectors. The camera also has versatile
features such as hardware preprocessing in the camera
that reduces the load of image processing in a PC, bus
synchronization, and broadcast delivery of commands.
The XCD-series digital output cameras conforming to
the IIDC 1.31 protocol take full advantages of
IEEE1394 capabilities.
Memory channel
The memory channel allows storage of up to 15 sets of
camera settings such as gain and shutter.
Bulk trigger mode
The Bulk trigger mode allows output of multiple images
with a shot of a trigger signal. Each image is shot with
the camera settings stored in the memory channel. Up to
15 image settings are possible.
Memory Shot
The image exposed from the sensor is stored in the
camera’s built-in memory. The stored image can be read
out using a command from the host PC when required.
Main Features
XCD-V60/ XCD-SX90/ XCD-U100/
V60CR
SX90CR
U100CR
High image quality, high-speed image
output
The image device, output frame rate and resolution of
the cameras are as follows:
XCD-V60/V60CR: 1/3-type PS IT CCD, 90 fps, VGA
XCD-SX90/SX90CR: 1/3-type PS IT CCD, 30 fps,
SXGA
XCD-U100/U100CR: 1/1.8-type PS IT CCD, 15 fps,
UXGA
Standard image 640 × 480
1,280 × 960 1,600 ×1,200
size (H × V)
(VGA)
(SXGA)
(UXGA)
8 frames
Bit
Mono8/ 54 frames
13 frames
length Raw8
Mono16/ 27 frames
6 frames
4 frames
Raw16
Partial scan
Daisy chain connection
Partial scan clips a required angle of view (area) from
the entire screen to be read out. As a part of the image is
read out, the unit takes advantage of reduced image data
and high-speed transfer. The minimum clipping unit is
32 pixels × 24 lines.
The camera is equipped with two IEEE1394b
connectors that support connection of multiple cameras.
As the power can be supplied from a 12-pin connector,
the camera achieves daisy chain connection without
limitation of power supply capacity so that a simple
image processing system with multiple cameras can be
developed.
Binning
Binning increases the sensitivity and frame rate based on
mixing the pixel data.
Hardware preprocessing
The camera is equipped with hardware LUT (Lookup
Table).
9-pin connector with fixing screws
The black and white models are also equipped with 3 ×
3 pixel matrix operation.
Low power consumption, vibration and
shock-resistant structure, and compact
size
Bus synchronization
The cameras connected to the same bus automatically
operate in synchronization with the 1394 bus, without
using an external sync signal. The exposure timing on
multiple cameras is synchronized correctly via the
IEEE1394b cable only.
IIDC Ver.1.31 protocol compliant
Broadcast delivery of commands
The camera settings for all the cameras connected to the
same bus can be changed at the same time. For example,
the gain or shutter speed is set to the same value on all
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System Components
The camera module imaging system comprises the following products.
Products 1 to 4 are used for the basic configuration, and 1 to 7 for the optional configuration. (All the products
except the camera module are available separately.)
1
3
2
6
4
5
7
1 Camera module
6 DC-700/700CE camera adaptor (Sony)
Connect this adaptor to the camera module to
enable power supply from an ordinary AC power
source.
This is a small-size, high-resolution, camera
module using a CCD image sensor.
2 IEEE1394b camera cable (commercially
available)
7 CCXC-12P02N (2 m, 6.6 ft)/05N (5 m, 16.4 ft)/
10N (10 m, 32.8 ft)/25N (25 m, 82 ft) camera
cable (Sony)
Connect this cable to the IEEE1394b connector on
the rear panel of the camera module. The power and
image/control signals are transmitted through this
cable. To prevent a poor connection or damage to
the camera or cable, use the cable equipped with
fixing screws.
Connect this cable to the 12-pin I/O connector on
the rear panel of the camera module. The cable is
used for power supply and exchange of trigger
signals.
3 C-mount lens (commercially available)
Use an appropriate lens for the camera module and
usage.
4 Camera module interface board (commercially
available)
Install the board in a PCI bus slot of a host device
such as a PC.
Select an IEEE1394 interface board to match your
system.
Select an IEEE1394b interface board if you use the
transfer speed of 800 Mbps.
5 VCT-ST70I tripod adaptor (Sony)
Attach this adaptor to the bottom of the camera
module to fix the camera module to a tripod.
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Rear
Location and Function
of Parts and Operation
Front/Top/Bottom
4 IEEE1394b connectors
Connect an IEEE1394b camera cable (not
supplied) to this connector.
Pin No. Signal
Pin No. Signal
1
2
3
4
5
TPB–
TPB+
TPA–
TPA+
TPAG
6
7
8
9
VG
NC
VP
TPBG
1 Lens mount (C-mount)
Attach any C-mount lens or other optical
equipment.
5 12-pin I/O connector
When power from the IEEE1394b connector is
insufficient, power is supplied through this
connector.
Connect a camera cable such as the CCXC-12P05N
to this connector.
Note
The lens must not project more than 10 mm (13/32 inch)
from the lens mount.
1 Lens mount face 210 mm (13/32 inch) or less
Pin No. Signal
Pin No. Signal
1
2
3
4
5
6
Power GND
7
8
GPIO IN 2
2 Auxiliary holes (top)
Power IN
GPIO OUT 2–
GPIO OUT 2+
GPIO IN 1
ISO GND
9
3 Reference holes (bottom)
Strobe OUT
GPIO OUT 1–
GPIO OUT 1+
10
11
12
These precision screw holes are for locking the
camera module. Locking the camera module into
these holes secures the optical axis alignment.
Trigger IN
ISO GND
Four screw reference holes 3 can be used as the
tripod adaptor screw holes, too. Screw the VCT-
ST70I tripod adaptor into the four screw holes
when you use a tripod.
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Installation
Fitting the lens
1 IEEE1394b connector
2 Fixing screws
3 IEEE1394b camera cable (not supplied)
4 IEEE1394b connector cap
The IEEE1394b connector on the right has a cover cap
exclusively for this camera. If you use this connector,
remove the cap. The unused connector shall be covered
with the cap.
1
2
Remove the lens mount cap.
Note
Screw in the lens (not supplied), and turn it until it
is secured.
Loose fixing screws may cause a poor connection or
damage to the camera or cable. Be sure to tighten the
fixing screws.
Note
Clean the optical filter with a commercially available
blower brush to remove dust.
When power supply from the
IEEE1394b connector is
insufficient
Power can be supplied to the camera module via the DC-
700/700CE camera adaptor (optional) and a camera
cable such as CCXC-12P05N (optional) if power supply
from the IEEE1394b connector is insufficient.
Using a tripod
To use the tripod, install the VCT-ST70I tripod adaptor
(not supplied) on the camera module.
Use a tripod screw with a protrusion ( ) extending
from the installation surface, as follows, and tighten the
screw using a hand screwdriver.
: 4.5 to 5.5 mm (0.18 to 0.22 inches)
Note
When you install the tripod adaptor, use the screws
supplied with the tripod adaptor.
Connecting the camera cable
Connect a commercially available IEEE1394b camera
cable to the IEEE1394b connector and the 1394b
interface connector of your PC. When you connect the
cable, insert the cable connector into the IEEE1394b
connector until it snaps into place, holding it. Then,
tighten the fixing screws placed on both sides of the
cable connector.
1 12-pin I/O connector
2 Camera cable (e.g. CCXC-12P05N)
3 to AC power source
4 CAMERA connector
5 AC IN connector
6 Trigger generator
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Notes on Operation
Phenomena Specific to
CCD Image Sensors
Power supply
Power is supplied to the camera module via the
IEEE1394b cable connected to a PC. If the power supply
is insufficient, use the DC-700/700CE that supplies
stable power with less ripple or noise.
The following phenomena that may appear in images are
specific to CCD (Charge Coupled Device) image
sensors. They do not indicate malfunctions.
White flecks
Foreign bodies
Although the CCD image sensors are produced with
high-precision technologies, fine white flecks may be
generated on the screen in rare cases, caused by cosmic
rays, etc.
This is related to the principle of CCD image sensors
and is not a malfunction.
Be careful not to spill liquids, or drop any flammable or
metal objects in the camera body.
Locations for operation and storage
Avoid operation or storage in the following places.
• Extremely hot or cold locations. Recommended
temperature range is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
• Locations subject to strong vibration or shock
• Near generators of strong electromagnetic radiation
such as TV or radio transmitters
The white flecks especially tend to be seen in the
following cases:
• when operating at a high environmental temperature
• when you have raised the gain (sensitivity)
• when using the slow shutter
Care
Vertical smear
When an extremely bright object, such as a strong
spotlight or flashlight, is being shot, vertical tails may be
produced on the screen, or the image may be distorted.
Use a blower to remove dust from the surface of the lens
or optical filter. Clean the exterior with a soft, dry cloth.
If the camera is very grimy, apply a cloth soaked in a
mild detergent then wipe with a dry cloth. Do not apply
organic solvents such as alcohol which may damage the
finish.
Aliasing
When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they may
appear jagged or flicker.
Note on laser beams
Laser beams may damage a CCD. You are
cautioned that the surface of a CCD should not be
exposed to laser beam radiation in an environment
where a laser beam device is used.
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Functions
16 s
Gain
2
Both Manual and Auto Gain settings are available with
this camera.
The variable range extends from 0 to 24 dB for the black
and white models or from 0 to 18 dB for the color
models. The camera is designed so that the gain can be
subdivided and set by 0.0359 dB.
1 s
1
At the factory default setting, the gain is set to 0 dB.
When Auto Gain is selected, the gain is adjusted
automatically, based on the brightness of the subject. At
this time, the reference level (target point) is set in the
AutoExposure register.
10 µs
3
1000 1150
When Auto Shutter is selected, the exposure time is
adjusted automatically, based on the brightness of the
subject. At this time, the reference level (target point) is
set in the AutoExposure register.
Shutter
For long exposure times
When the exposure time is longer than the frame period,
the camera enters the long exposure time mode, and the
actual frame rate is reduced in accordance with the
exposure time.
This camera allows both Manual and Auto Shutter
settings.
The variable range extends from 10 microseconds to
16.0 seconds; relative values are indicated by a 12-bit
integer, and absolute values are indicated using a 32-bit
floating point value.
Absolute Value Control
for the Shutter
The relationship between the parameter and the
exposure time is given by the following formulas,
where:
P = Parameter (003h to 47Eh)
E = Exposure time (s)
This camera allows control of exposure time using
absolute values. The values are indicated using a 32-bit
floating point value. (Unit: sec.)
The variable range of absolute values extends from 10
microseconds to 16.0 seconds.
If P= 3
E = 0.00001
If 4 <= P <= 1000
Programming example
union
{
1
DWORD dwValue; // 1394 is expressed in quadlets,
float fValue; // exposure time is indicated in seconds.
} AbsoluteShutterValue;
If 1000 <= P <= 1150
AbsoluteShutterValue.fValue = Exposure time;
WriteQuad(AbsoluteShutterOffsetAddress,
AbsoluteShutterValue.dwValue);
Setting examples
3 (003h) : 10 µs (1/100000)
32 (020h) : 1 ms (1/1000)
100 (064h) : 10 ms (1/100)
1000 (3E8h) : 1 s
1010 (3F2h) : 2 s
1150 (47Eh) : 16 s
WriteQuad is a virtual function used to write in the 1394
register.
AbsoluteShutterOffsetAddress is an offset address for
the absolute value control.
See “ConfigurationROM” on page 18 for the formula
for the offset address.
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Auto Exposure
Lookup Table
AutoExposure is a function that automatically adjusts
the gain and shutter settings, based on the brightness of
the subject. When the gain or shutter is set to Auto, the
brightness is adjusted automatically to the value
specified with AutoExposure.
The lookup table of this camera consists of 1,024 tables
with10-bit input and 10-bit output.
The lookup table allows setting of an arbitrary gamma
curve or binary segmentation.
3 × 3 Image Filter
Gamma
For black and white models only, simple image
processing using the 3 x 3 image filter is possible on
hardware.
This camera uses the gamma function to select the
lookup table.
0: Linear
0: Filter OFF
1: Reverse
1: Sharpness enabled
2: Equivalent of Gamma = 0.70
3: User setting
2: Horizontal edge detection (Type 1)
3: Vertical edge detection (Type 1)
4: Horizontal edge detection (Type 2)
5: Vertical edge detection (Type 2)
6: Edge emphasis (Type 1)
To set an arbitrary gamma curve, prestore the setting
values in the lookup table (EEPROM) of the camera.
7: Edge emphasis (Type 2)
8: User setting
Note
Sharpness is disabled when the 3 × 3 image filter is set
to 0, or 2 to 8.
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Trigger
Trigger
Trigger shutter is useful for capturing images in
response to a trigger that starts the exposure to match a
preset timing. It can also be used to capture an image
using multiple cameras with the same timing.
When a trigger shutter is used, the required trigger is
input via the 12-pin connector on the rear panel. The
input signal is a 5 to 24 V negative pulse.
As the input connector is pulled inside of the camera, the
camera can receive a trigger only by short-circuiting the
input pin and ISO (GND) pin.
Exposure
Setting in Memory
channel 2
Setting in Memory
channel 1
Trigger mode 15 (Sequential trigger mode)
Trigger mode 15 allows shooting of images by loading
the camera settings prestored in memory channels in
sequence each time a trigger is input.
Trigger
Note
To connect to ground, use a device having a minimum
pulse width of 10 microseconds and an input current of
0.5 mA or more.
Exposure
Setting in Memory
channel 2
Setting in Memory
channel 1
This camera supports four trigger modes: 0, 1, 14 and
15.
As this camera is equipped with 15 memory channels, a
repeat pattern of up to 15 image shootings can be set for
trigger mode 14 or 15.
High level: 5 to 24 V DC
The number of the repeat patterns to be set in one cycle
can be determined by the parameter of the trigger mode.
Memory channel 0 is not used for the Bulk trigger mode
and the Sequential trigger mode.
Low level: 0 to 0.44 V DC
0 V DC
The following features are loaded from the memory to
be set for shooting:
– Brightness
– Sharpness
– Saturation
– White balance
– Hue
Trigger mode 0
Trigger mode 0 starts exposure by detecting the falling
edge of a trigger signal. The exposure time is determined
by the shutter parameter.
Trigger
– Gamma
– Shutter
– Gain
– Pan/Tilt
– Optical Filter
Exposure
Note that the Auto mode of White Balance, Shutter and
Gain cannot be set.
Also note that Pan/Tilt is set only when the current video
mode is the same as the video mode selected when the
setting has been stored in the memory channel.
Trigger mode 1
Trigger mode 1 controls the exposure time using the
width of the trigger signal pulse. When trigger mode 1 is
used, there is actually no limit to the exposure time.
Trigger
This camera can also be used with a software trigger that
issues the trigger signal via software command. Trigger
modes 0, 1, 14 and 15 can be used with software
triggers.
Exposure
Trigger mode 14 (Bulk trigger mode)
Trigger mode 14 allows shooting of multiple images
with different camera settings using only one trigger
signal. The camera settings should be prestored in
memory channels.
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Pan/Tilt
Hue (Color models only)
Pan/Tilt is a function used to move a camera up and
down or left and right. However this camera supports a
video mode much smaller than the CCD’s effective
pixels by cutting out images from the whole screen. You
can specify the portion to be cut out using Pan/Tilt
commands.
When the white balance cannot be obtained with the R
and B level adjustment, you can change the G level by
hue adjustment. Normally use the default hue setting.
Trigger Delay
The variable range differs according to the selected
video mode.
Issue of a trigger signal can be delayed from the external
trigger inside the camera.
This delay adjustment is useful to get an appropriate
shooting timing when the position of the subject is not
good at a regular trigger timing.
When a video mode is changed, the pan/tilt values are
set to the default setting.
Brightness
GPIO
This feature controls the black level of a video image.
A general-purpose I/O port with a 2-bit output and 2-bit
input is assigned in the 12-pin connector.
This port is used for reading information of external
switches and sensors from the camera and controlling
external devices.
Sharpness (Black and
white models only)
The output terminal is of the open-collector type and
should be pulled outside of the camera (5 to 24 V).
This feature controls the image quality.
A smaller value makes the image softer, and a larger
value makes it sharper.
The Sharpness feature cannot be used together with the
3 × 3 filter.
Note on input
Connect to ISO (GND) using an input device with a
minimum signal width of 0.5 msec and an input current
of 0.5 mA or more.
Note on output
Saturation (Color
models only)
Use the following conditions:
Recommended pull-up resistor: 4.7 kΩ
Recommended pull-up voltage: 5 V
Minimum signal width: 0.5 msec
This feature controls the color density.
The camera is equipped with a protective resistor of 220
Ω. If the above conditions prove difficult in use, check
the output voltage and determine the external pull-up
resistor.
White Balance (Color
models only)
This feature controls the white balance by setting the R
and B levels relative to the G level.
The camera also supports the Auto white balance by
which the camera automatically adjusts the white
balance.
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Strobe Control
Test Charts
A strobe control signal is assigned in the 12-pin
connector. This allows direct command of light-
emission from the strobe connected to the camera and
controls the light-emission timing and the signal width.
The output terminal is of the open-collector type and
should be pulled at the strobe side. A strobe that emits
light by short-circuiting the input to ground can be
connected to the camera directly.
A color bar chart (for color models only) and a gray
scale chart can be output.
Changing Bayer
Patterns (Color models
only)
Llight-emission
timing
The color models of this camera series output raw data.
For these models, the correct color reproduction is not
obtained if the Bayer pattern in the application software
does not match that in the camera. The output pattern
can be set at the camera if the application is not equipped
with the pattern setting.
Width
Strobe output
signal
Delay
Trigger Inhibition
Note
At the factory default setting, this camera accepts trigger
input quickly and no triggers are inhibited.
If the camera is used under noisy conditions with this
setting, noise may enter before a trigger input is
accepted, causing image disturbance.
If the trigger inhibition is enabled in such a condition,
the camera does not accept a new trigger until the image
output is completed and achieves stable operation.
Use the following conditions:
Recommended pull-up resistor: 4.7 kΩ
Recommended pull-up voltage: 5 V
The camera is equipped with a protective resistor of 220
Ω. If the above conditions prove difficult in use, check
the output voltage and determine the external pull-up
resistor. The camera is capable of outputting a signal of
about 10 microsecond width, although the rise time
depends on the pull-up resistor.
With the trigger inhibition enabled, however, exposure
cannot be performed during image output.
Consequently, an acceptable trigger cycle becomes
longer according to the exposure time.
For example, when exposure is set to 1/30 s in 30 fps
mode, the trigger cycle becomes almost double, that is,
equivalent to 15 fps.
Setting AE/AWB Control
Frame and Parameters
The detection frame for Auto Exposure and Auto White
Balance can be set.
Determine the detection frame in percentage units
taking the width and height of the output image as 100
%.
User Free Memory
This camera is equipped with a 256-byte memory space
so the user can write and read data freely.
The written data is retained after the power is turned off.
For example, the user can name the camera and note the
installation conditions using this memory space.
The memory content is retained even if the camera
initialization is performed.
The control speeds for Auto Exposure and Auto White
Balance can also be set. Raise or lower the response
speed for each application respectively.
For Auto Exposure, the restart conditions can also be
set, that is the conditions once Auto Exposure
adjustment has concluded and after the gain and shutter
changes have been restored to a stable state, and a new
change in video image becomes visible.
In the Auto Exposure or Auto White Balance parameter
setting mode, the set frame is highlighted on the video
image.
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Memory Shot
1394 Bus
Synchronization
The camera is equipped with Memory Shot that
temporarily stores an image in the frame memory inside
the camera and transfers it later.
Timing used to start exposure is synchronized with the
1394 bus time cycle register.
If cameras are connected to the same bus, they are
automatically synchronized in a 1394 bus operation. As
800 Mbps band restriction can affect the
synchronization, you must set the video mode in which
the cameras can transmit a video signal at the same time.
1394 synchronization does not work in long exposure
mode and Partial scan mode. In a long exposure, the
exposure time is set longer than the image transmission
cycle.
When multiple cameras are connected in the same bus,
all the cameras may not output images at the same time
due to the restriction of 800 Mbps band. Memory Shot
may resolve this inconvenience.
When exposure starts, each camera stores an image in
the frame memory without allocating the isochronous
resource.
When outputting, each PC outputs the image from the
camera allocating the isochronous resource.
The number of images to be stored depends on the video
mode.
1394 bus synchronization includes up to 1H cycle jitter.
Hardware external synchronization will ensure greater
accuracy.
Broadcast Command
The normal1394 communication method specifies the
node number at the host side so that only a specified
camera responds to the command.
If the node number is set to 63, all the cameras
connected to the same bus can receive the command
simultaneously, i.e., only one command issued from the
host can control multiple cameras at the same time.
Example: To broadcast a software trigger
1. Connect multiple cameras to the same bus.
2. Set the video mode and frame rate appropriately on
each camera and prepare the cameras for sending
images at the same time.
3. Set each camera to the software trigger mode.
4. Issue a software command for node number 63.
Now all the cameras start exposure and output images
simultaneously.
All the commands including the video mode setting and
the feature control are capable of broadcasting except
the block writing command.
When setting different types of cameras using a
broadcast command, be careful not to issue a command
that the cameras do not support.
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Partial Scan
The partial scan is a function for outputting part of a whole image as a region of interest on the whole image. Based on
the unit cell as the unit, continuous parts can be selected. Only rectangles can be selected. The screen cannot be cut in
convex and L shapes.
Vertical (Vertical Direction)
Cutting by Partial scan mode
Horizontal (Horizontal Direction)
The minimum unit size for partial scan is 32 pixels × 24 lines. The cut-out position can be set in unit of 4 pixels × 4 lines.
For high-speed scanning, set the maximum packet size.
When using multiple cameras at the same time, set a small packet size that falls within the 800 Mbps band.
When using Partial scan mode, set Format7, Mode0.
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Binning Mode
The mode used when the sensitivity is increased and the
frame rate is multiplied based on mixing the CCD pixel
data, is called the Binning mode.
There are two types of binning: 1 × 2 binning when the
output image is compressed in the vertical direction
only, and 2 × 2 binning when the image is compressed in
both the vertical and horizontal directions.
When Binning mode is used, set either Format7 Mode1
(2 × 2 binning), or Format7 Mode2 (1 × 2 binning).
Format7 Mode4 for XCD-
V60/V60CR
As 90 fps mode is not defined by the IIDC standard, this
camera realizes 90 fps mode in Format7, Mode4.
16-bit Mode
This camera supports 16-bit Black & white
(Monochrome) mode. Only the least significant 10 bits
of the 16 bits will handle data. The upper 6 bits will be
filled with zeros.
000000dd dddddddd
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Control
Camera Command Status Register
This camera complies with IIDC 1394-based Digital Camera Specification, Version 1.31 (hereinafter referred to as IIDC
v1.31).
The standards document can be purchased from 1394TA (the 1394 Trade Association). As it is very helpful in
understanding the explanations in this Technical Manual, we recommend that you purchase a copy of IIDC v1.31.
Memory Map
NodeID
Must be 1
Address used by the camera
BusID
bbbbbbbb bbnnnnnn 11111111 11111111 11110000 11110000 00000000 00000000
1394 devices have a 64-bit address space. The upper 10
Address
F0000000
Resister
bits show the bus ID (0-1023), and the next six bits show
the node ID (0-63). The IIDC standards require the next
20 bits to be 1.
The remaining 28 bits can be allocated to the camera as
addresses.
Base address
F0000400
F0F00000
ConfigROM area
Base address for camera
commands
The bus and node IDs may be changed if the topology is
restructured because of bus reset, so only the least
significant 32 address bits are shown in this Guide.
F0F00000
F0F00100
F0F00180
F0F00200
F0F002E0
F0F00400
F0F00500
F0F00600
F0F0071C
CameraInitialize
Video Format Inq
Video Mode Inq
Frame Rate Inq
Format7 CSR Inq
Basic Func Inq
Feature Element Inq
Isochronous Control register
AbsoluteControlCSR Inq for
Shutter
F0F00800
F0F00970
FeatureControl
AbsoluteControlCSR for Shutter
Format7Mode0 CSR
Format7Mode1 CSR
Format7Mode2 CSR
Format7Mode3 CSR
AccessControlRegister
MemoryShotControl
UserFreeMemory
F0F10000
F0F11000
F0F12000
F0F13000
F0F30000
F0F40000
F0F50000
F0F60000 – F0F61FFC LookUpTable
F0F62000 – F0F62020 Filter
F0F63000 – F0F63024 AWB parameters
F0F64000 – F0F64020 AE parameters
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ConfigurationROM
The ConfigurationROM is normally used for the OS to identify the device.
The serial number and firmware version of the camera are stored in ConfigurationROM to be used when required. Note
that the setting method for the serial number and firmware version information is of Sony’s unique specification and is
not compatible with cameras of other manufacturers.
The following explanation uses XCD-V60CR as an example.
Offset
400h
404h
408h
40ch
410h
414h
418h
41ch
420h
0-7
04
31
20
08
00
8-15
22
16-23
24-31
Bus Info Block
ROM CRC
33
39
A2
46
34
13
10
96
FF
00
NodeVendorID/ChipID-Hi
Chip ID-Lo
37
1A
Root
Directory
0003
CRC
03
0C
D1
08
00
00
00
83
00
46
C0
01
ModuleVendorID
UnitDirectoryOffset
With the exception of bits 8 to 15 of the 400h offset address field, the length of the entire ConfigROM is made up of
22h Quadlets. Therefore, the ConfigROM from 400h to 48Bh is 140 bytes.
The UnitDirectory offset address is required to be
424h + 000004h × 1 = 424h
Offset
424h
0-7
8-15
16-23
24-31
Unit Directory
0003
CRC
428h
12
13
00
00
00
A0
01
00
2D
02
01
UnitSpecID
42Ch
430h
UnitSoftwareVersion
UnitDependentDirectory Offset
D4
For offset address 424h, the length of the UnitDirectory is 3 Quadlets.
UnitSpecID (00A02Dh) conforms to 1394TA standards.
UnitSoftwareVersion (000102h) conforms to IIDC Standards, Version 1.3.
The offset address of UnitDependentInfo is required to be
430h + 000001h × 1 = 434h
Offset
434h
438h
43ch
440h
444h
448h
44Ch
450h
454h
458h
45Ch
460h
0-7
8-15
16-23
24-31
Unit
Dependent
Info
000B
CRC
40
81
82
3C
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
01
00
01
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
01
00
00
86
00
0A
0D
10
00
00
00
00
00
30
A1
CommandRegsBase
VendorNameLeaf
ModelNameLeaf
Unit_sub_sw_version
Reserved
38
39
3A
3B
3C
3D
3E
3F
Reserved
Reserved
Vendor_unique_info_0
Vendor_unique_info_1
Vendor_unique_info_2
Vendor_unique_info_3
18
For offset address 434h, the length of the UnitDependentInfo is 0Bh Quadlets.
CommandRegsBase is the base address of the camera control register.
F0000000h + 3c0000h × 4 = F0F00000h
The offset address of VendorNameLeaf is required to be
43Ch + 00000Ah × 4 = 464h
The offset address of ModelNameLeaf is required to be
440h + 00000Dh × 4 = 474h
Unit_sub_sw_version conforms to IIDC Standards, Version 1.31.
Vendor_unique_info 0 to Vendor_unique_info 3 are terms of information that the vendor of the camera can define.
The meanings in this camera are as follows:
Vendor_unique_info_0 is the firmware version.
Vendor_unique_info_1 is the hardware version.
Vendor_unique_info_2 is the link version.
Vendor_unique_info_3 is the serial number of the camera.
VendorNameLeaf
Offset
464h
468h
46h
0-7
8-15
16-23
24-31
Vender Name Leaf
0003
CRC
00
00
53
00
00
4F
00
00
4E
00
00
59
470ch
“ SONY ”
For offset address 464h, the length of the VendorNameLeaf is 3 Quadlets.
The subsequent 8 bytes are fixed at 00.
After that, the four characters for “SONY” are entered.
ModelNameLeaf
Offset
474h
478h
47ch
480h
484h
488h
0-7
8-15
16-23
24-31
Model Name Leaf
0005
CRC
00
00
58
56
52
00
00
43
36
00
00
00
44
30
00
00
00
2D
43
00
“ XCD- ”
“ V60C ”
“ R··· ”
For offset address 474h, the length of the ModelNameLeaf is 5 Quadlets.
The subsequent 8 bytes are fixed at 00.
After that, the model name is entered.
19
Format7
Control Base Address
Data
Address
XCD-V60/
V60CR
XCD-SX90/ XCD-U100/
SX90CR
Every register address is decided based on the base
address found in the CommandRegsBase field of
ConfigrationROM. F0F00000h is the control base
address on this camera.
U100CR
F0F00180h
F8000000h
F0000000h
F000000h
Next, for each video mode, we will find out which frame
rates are supported.
Data
Inquiring about
Address
XCD-V60/ XCD-SX90/ XCD-U100/
V60CR SX90CR U100CR
Supported Video Modes
F0F00214h
(Format0Mode5)
FC000000h F8000000h F0000000h
First, we will find out what video formats are supported.
F0F00218h
FC000000h F8000000h F0000000h
(Format0Mode6)
Data
F0F00228h
(Format1Mode2)
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
38000000h 30000000h
F8000000h F0000000h
78000000h 70000000h
F8000000h F0000000h
F8000000h F0000000h
Address
XCD-V60/
V60CR
XCD-SX90/ XCD-U100/
SX90CR
U100CR
F0F00234h
(Format1Mode5)
F0F00100h
81000000h
E1000000h
E1000000h
F0F00238h
(Format1Mode6)
Next, for each format, we will find out which video
modes are supported.
F0F0023Ch
(Format1Mode7)
Format0
F0F00248h
(Format2Mode2)
Data
F0F00254h
(Format2Mode5)
–
F0000000h
F0000000h F0000000h
F0000000h
Address
F0F00180h
Format1
XCD-V60/
V60CR
XCD-SX90/ XCD-U100/
SX90CR
U100CR
F0F00258h
(Format2Mode6)
06000000h
06000000h
06000000h
F0F0025Ch
(Format2Mode7)
–
Data
Address
XCD-V60/
V60CR
XCD-SX90/ XCD-U100/
SX90CR
U100CR
F0F00180h
0000000h
27000000h
27000000h
Format2
Data
Address
XCD-V60/
V60CR
XCD-SX90/ XCD-U100/
SX90CR
U100CR
F0F00180h
0000000h
22000000h
27000000h
20
Video Mode Settings
(S800)
Starting/Stopping Video
Transfer
(ContinuousShot)
Select the video mode you want to use from the tables,
and make the required settings.
In the device driver, after the preparations for receiving
isochronous data are made, video transfer starts when
the following commands are issued.
As examples, the register settings for Format0, Mode5,
and a frame rate of 60 fps for the XCD-V60; Format2,
Mode2, and a frame rate of 30 fps for the XCD-SX90,
and Format2, Mode5, and a frame rate of 15 fps for the
XCD-U100 are shown.
Address
Data
In addition, an isochronous transfer speed of 800 Mbps,
and isochronous channel 0 are used in these examples.
Normally, set the isochronous transfer speed to 800
Mbps.
F0F00614h
80000000h
When the following command is issued video transfer
stops.
When multiple cameras are used simultaneously, set
different isochronous channels for each.
Address
Data
F0F00614h
00000000h
Data
Address
XCD-V60/
V60CR
XCD-SX90/ XCD-U100/
SX90CR
U100CR
F0F00600h
(FrameRate)
A0000000h
A0000000h
00000000h
00008003h
80000000h
60000000h
OneShot and MultiShot
F0F00604h
(VideoMode)
40000000h
40000000h
00008003h
A0000000h
40000000h
00008003h
This camera supports both OneShot and MultiShot
commands. With a OneShot command, after outputting
just one single-frame image, the camera enters an
“idling” state. With a MultiShot command, the camera
enters the “idling” state after outputting exactly the
specified number of images.
F0F00608h
(VideoFormat)
F0F0060Ch
(IsoChannel /
IsoSpeed)
OneShot
Video Mode Settings
(S400)
Address
Data
F0F0061Ch
80000000h
MultiShot
When the camera is used under1394A (S400)
conditions, set the isochronous transfer speed to 400
Mbps.
In this case, set the frame rate to 15 fps, as this mode
does not support data transfer of SXGA 30 fps.
Address
Data
F0F0061Ch
4000nnnnh
nnnn indicates the number of frames to be output. You
can specify any number between 0001h and FFFFh (1
and 65535). If 0000h is specified, you can think of it as
being 1.
Data
Address
XCD-V60/
V60CR
XCD-SX90/ XCD-U100/
SX90CR
U100CR
F0F00600h
(FrameRate)
A0000000h
A0000000h
00000000h
02000000h
60000000h
60000000h
Execution of ContinuousShot, OneShot, and MultiShot
are prioritized as follows. When a command with higher
priority is being executed, the one with the lower priority
is ignored.
F0F00604h
(VideoMode)
40000000h
40000000h
02000000h
A0000000h
40000000h
02000000h
F0F00608h
(VideoFormat)
ContinuousShot > OneShot > MultiShot
F0F0060Ch
(IsoChannel /
IsoSpeed)
21
Control of IIDC Standard Features
Before transmitting the control command, check the variable ranges of settings and if there is an automatic mode for
each feature.
As the variable ranges of the settings vary with video modes for the Pan and Tilt features, be sure to check them if the
video mode is changed.
Address
F0F00500h
(Brightness)
Data
890003FFh
Bit
0
This feature exists.
The value can be read out.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. 0
4
7
8-19
20-31
Max. 1023
F0F00504h
(AutoExposure)
891003FFh
89000007h
9B7009FFh
0
This feature exists.
The value can be read out.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. 256
4
7
8-19
20-31
Max. 1023
F0F00508h
(Sharpness)
(Black and white models
only)
0
This feature exists.
The value can be read out.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. 0
4
7
8-19
20-31
Max. 7
F0F0050Ch
(WhiteBalance)
(Color models only)
0
This feature exists.
The value can be read out.
Auto setting can be selected.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. 1792
4
6
7
8-19
20-31
0
Max. 2559
F0F00510h
(Hue)
(Color models only)
897009FF
890401FF
89000003h
This feature exists.
The value can be read out.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. 1792
4
7
8-19
20-31
0
Max. 2559
F0F00514h
(Saturation)
This feature exists.
The value can be read out.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. 64
4
7
8-19
20-31
0
Max. 511
F0F00518h
(Gamma)
This feature exists.
The value can be read out.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. 0
4
7
8-19
20-31
Max. 3
22
Address
F0F0051Ch
Data
CB00347Eh
Bit
0
This feature exists.
(Shutter)
1
Absolute value control possible.
The value can be read out.
Auto setting can be selected.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. 3
4
6
7
8-19
20-31
Max. 1150
F0F00520h
(Gain)
8B000***h
0
This feature exists.
4
The value can be read out.
Auto setting can be selected.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. 0
6
7
8-19
20-31
0
Max. 511 (color), 680 (black and white)
This feature exists.
F0F00530h
(Trigger)
8C81C003h
4
The value can be read out.
Feature can be switched between ON and OFF.
Trigger Source 0 exists.
Software Trigger Mode exists.
Trigger Mode0 exists.
5
8
15
16
17
Trigger Mode1 exists.
30
Trigger Mode14 exists.
Trigger Mode15 exists.
This feature exists.
31
F0F00534h
(TriggerDelay)
89000FFFh
89******h
89******h
89000***h
0
4
The value can be read out.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. 0
7
8-19
20-31
0
Max. 4095
F0F00584h
(Pan)
This feature exists.
4
The value can be read out.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. (Depends on the video mode.)
Max. (Depends on the video mode.)
This feature exists.
7
8-19
20-31
0
F0F00588h
(Tilt)
4
The value can be read out.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. (Depends on the video mode.)
Max. (Depends on the video mode.)
This feature exists.
7
8-19
20-31
0
F0F0058Ch
(OpticalFilter)
4
The value can be read out.
Manual setting can be selected.
Min. 0
7
8-19
20-31
Max. 3 (color), 8 (black and white)
* According to the IEEE 1394 specifications, the most significant bit is shown as 0, and the least significant bit as 31.
23
Actual control can be carried out by setting registers
from F0F00800 onward.
ddd indicates the control value expressed as a 12 bit
hexadecimal number.
Shutter (exposure time) control
Address
Data
F0F0081C
82000ddd
Controls shutter using the
manually set relative value.
xxx indicates that any setting made will be ignored.
83000xxx
C2000xxx
C3000xxx
Sets the shutter control to
AUTO (relative value).
Brightness control
Controls shutter using the
manually set absolute value.
Address
Data
F0F00800
82000ddd
Adjusts the black level.
Sets the shutter control to
AUTO (absolute value).
AE reference control
F0F00978h
(To obtain
this address, value using
see “The
formula for
absolute
Determines
the optional
After F0F0081C has been set
to the absolute value control,
set the exposure time using
this register.
Address
Data
the 32-bit
floating-
point format.
F0F00804
82000ddd
Sets the AE reference value.
control
Sharpness control
register
address” on
page 25.)
Address
Data
82000000
82000007
F0F00808
Sets to the soft image quality.
Sets to the sharp image quality.
Gain control
White balance control
Address
Data
82000ddd
83000xxx
F0F00820
Set Gain manually.
Set Gain to AUTO.
Address
Data
F0F0080C
82BBBRRR Adjusts the white balance
manually.
Trigger control
Address
83xxxxxx
Adjusts the white balance
automatically.
Data
86xxxxxx
Perform the one-push auto
white balance function.
F0F00830
82000000
82010000
820E000d
820F000d
82E00000
82E10000
82EE000d
82EF000d
80000000
Sets to Hardware Trigger
Mode0.
Sets to Hardware Trigger
Mode1.
Hue (G level) control
Address
Data
Sets to Hardware Trigger
Mode14.
F0F00810
82000ddd
Sets the green video level.
Adjusts the color intensity.
Sets to Hardware Trigger
Mode15.
Saturation control
Sets to Software Trigger
Mode0.
Address
Data
Sets to Software Trigger
Mode1.
F0F00814
82000ddd
Sets to Software Trigger
Mode14.
Gamma control
Sets to Software Trigger
Mode15.
Address
Data
F0F00818
82000000
82000001
82000002
Sets Gamma to OFF.
F0F0062C
Outputs a software trigger. In
Trigger Mode0, automatically
resets to 0 when exposure
ends.
Reverses the black and white.
Sets the gamma curve
equivalent to 0.7.
00000000
In Trigger Mode1, ends
exposure if “0” is set.
82000003
Sets an optional gamma curve
by a user. (See “LUT.”)
Trigger Delay control
Address
Data
F0F00834
82000ddd
Sets Trigger Delay.
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Pan/Tilt control
Address
Strobe control
Address
Data
Data
F0F00884
F0F00888
82000ddd
82000ddd
Sets Pan manually.
Sets Tilt manually.
F0F20200
80000000
82000000
82dddwww
A strobe signal is not output.
Outputs an exposure signal.
ddd = delay, www = signal
width, unit = µs.
Optical Filter control
Address
Data
The formula for absolute value
shutter control register address
F0F0088C
882000ddd
For black and white models,
selects 3 × 3 filter.
For color models, changes the
Bayer pattern.
The Bayer output pattern
changes by shifting one pixel
at the image output starting
position from right to left and/
or up or down.
Absolute value shutter control CSR offset
address
Address
Data
F0F0071C
003C025C
Absolute value shutter control
CSR offset.
Bayer array patterns
Pattern 0
The register address for absolute value shutter control is
given by the following formula.
G B
F0000000h + 003C025Ch × 4 = F0F00970h
R G
Address
Data
Pattern 1
F0F00970
3727C5AC
Absolute value shutter control
minimum value. (ReadOnly)
B G
F0F00974
F0F00978
418C0000
Absolute value shutter control
maximum value. (ReadOnly)
G R
Absolute value shutter control
setting value.
Pattern 2
The data is indicated by 32-bit floating-point format.
3727C5AC is 0.00001, and 418C0000 is 16.
R G
G B
Pattern 3
G R
B G
GPIO control
Address
Data
0000000d
F0F20400
Outputs a signal to the output
port.
Selectable values are 0 to 3.
F0F20404
Reads out the status of the
input port.
Readable values are 0 to 3.
25
Control of IIDC Optional Features
Check if the camera is equipped with optional features by reading bit 3 of BASIC_FUNC_INQ.
Address
F0F00400
(BASIC_FUNC_INQ)
Data
9080018F
0
1
Vendar unique feature exists.
Does not support the error status in video mode.
Does not support the feature control error.
The optional feature exists.
2
3
8
1394b mode is available.
16
19
20
28..31
The power control is not available.
OneShot is available.
MultiShot is available.
15 memory channels
Check the supported feature by reading
Opt_Function_Inq.
Strobe control
Check the offset address of Strobe control.
Address
Data
Bit
0
Address
Data
Control register address
F0F0040Ch
Opt_Function
_Inq
50000000h
F0F0048Ch
Strobe_output
_CSR_Inq
003C8000h
F0F20000h
1
Does not support PIO.
2
Does not support SIO.
3
Supports Strobe
output.
F0F20200h indicates the control address of the strobe
signal.
PIO control
Address
Data
Output signal
Check the offset address of PIO.
F0F20200h
80000000h
82000000h
A strobe signal is not output.
Outputs the signal indicating
the exposure time.
Address
Data
Control register address
(ExposureOut)
F0F00484h
PIO_Control_
CSR_Inq
003C8100h
F0F20400h
82dddwwwh Outputs a signal having a
width “www” after a delay
“ddd” from the start of
exposure. The unit is µs.
F0F20400h indicates the address of the PIO output port.
F0F20404h indicates the address of the PIO input port.
Address
Data
F0F20400h
0000000dh
Outputs a signal to the output
port. (d = 0 to 3)
F0F20404h
0000000dh
Reads the status of the input
port. (d = 0 to 3)
26
Channel 0 (EEPROM mode)
ControlofSony’sUnique
Features
Address
F0F60000
F0F60004
F0F60008
:
Data
Any data
Output data when input data is 0.
Output data when input data is 1.
Output data when input data is 2.
LUT (LookUp Table)
:
F0F60FF8
Output data when input data is
0x3FE.
Enabling writing the Lookup table
Write the following three commands in sequence.
F0F60FFC
Output data when input data is
0x3FF.
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
Channel 1 (RAM mode)
F0F30004
F0F30008
0030FFFF
80000000
Address
F0F61000
F0F61004
F0F61008
:
Data
Any data
Output data when input data is 0.
Output data when input data is 1.
Output data when input data is 2.
Disabling writing the Lookup table
Write the following three commands in sequence.
:
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
F0F61FF8
Output data when input data is
0x3FE.
F0F30004
F0F30008
0030FFFF
00000000
F0F61FFC
Output data when input data is
0x3FF.
When writing of the Lookup table is enabled, the
addresses 0xF0F60000 to 0xF0F61FFC that store the
Lookup table become open.
The table has two channels. Channel 0 is in EEPROM
write mode, and channel 1 is in RAM write mode.
The table written in EEPROM is read out when Gamma
is set to 3.
Although block writing is applicable for either mode,
transfer the next data in EEPROM mode only after
confirming that the previous writing has been
completed, because writing in EEPROM mode requires
a long time.
The common Lookup table is used for both the 16-bit
mode and 8-bit mode. For the 8-bit mode, the most
significant 8 bits of the 10 bits will handle data.
The table written in RAM is directly reflected to images
regardless of the Gamma setting.
27
3 × 3 Filter
Display of Test Chart
Enabling writing the filter
Displaying the color bar
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
F0F30004
F0F30008
0037FFFF
80000001
F0F30004
F0F30008
0031FFFF
80000000
Displaying the gray scale
Disabling writing the filter
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
F0F30004
F0F30008
0037FFFF
80000002
F0F30004
F0F30008
0031FFFF
00000000
When writing of the filter is enabled, the addresses
0xF0F62000 to 0xF0F62020 that store the filter table
become open.
Turning off the test chart
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
F0F62000
Top left
F0F62004
Top
F0F62008
Top right
F0F6200C
Left
F0F62010
Center
F0F62014
Right
F0F30004
F0F30008
0037FFFF
00000000
F0F62018
Bottom left
F0F6201C
Bottom
F0F62020
Bottom right
The filter coefficients are specified with 16 bits from
0x0000 to 0xFFFF.
The most significant bit of the 16 bits represents a sign,
the following 7 bits are the integer portion, and the least
significant 8 bits are the fractional portion.
0100: 1.0
FF00: –1.0
0080: 0.5
0040: 0.25
The filter written here is read out when the optical filter
is set to 8.
28
Trigger Inhibition
User Free Memory
Enabling Trigger inhibition
Enabling User free memory
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
F0F30004
F0F30008
0032FFFF
80000000
F0F30004
F0F30008
0011FFFF
80000001
Disabling Trigger inhibition
Disabling User free memory
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
F0F30004
F0F30008
0032FFFF
00000000
F0F30004
F0F30008
0011FFFF
00000000
When User free memory is enabled, the addresses
0xF0F50000 to 0xF0F500FC become open.
These addresses are available for writing data freely.
The written data are retained even if the power is turned
off.
Address
F0F50000
Data
Any data
F0F50004
:
F0F500FC
29
Setting AWB (Auto White Balance)
Parameters
Setting AE (Auto Exposure)
Parameters
Enabling AWB parameter setting
Enabling AE parameter setting
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
F0F30004
F0F30008
0035FFFF
80000000
F0F30004
F0F30008
0034FFFF
80000000
The detection frame is highlighted.
The detection frame is highlighted.
Disabling AE parameter setting
Disabling AWB parameter setting
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
F0F30004
F0F30008
0035FFFF
00000000
F0F30004
F0F30008
0034FFFF
00000000
When AE parameter setting is enabled, addresses
0xF0F64000 or later for the setting become open.
When AWB parameter setting is enabled, addresses
0xF0F63000 or later for the setting become open.
Address
Data
Address
Data
F0F64000
00ss00ee
Sets horizontal range in
percentage units.
F0F63000
00ss00ee
Sets horizontal range in
percentage units.
F0F64004
F0F64010
00ss00ee
Sets vertical range in
percentage units.
F0F63004
F0F63010
F0F63014
F0F63018
F0F63020
00ss00ee
Sets vertical range in
percentage units.
Video level can be obtained.
(example value)
R level can be obtained.
(example value)
F0F64020
F0F64024
00dd00dd
00dd00dd
Sets the AE response speed.
G level can be obtained.
(example value)
Sets the AE restart time using
the most significant 16 bits.
Sets the level of AE restart
using the least significant 16
bits.
Setting a lower value makes
the AE sensitive to change in
video level.
B level can be obtained.
(example value)
00dd00dd
0000000d
Sets the OnePush AWB speed
using the most significant 16
bits.
Sets the AWB speed using the
least significant16 bits.
F0F64028
000000dd
Sets the limit of the high-speed
shutter.
F0F63024
Sets algorithm selection 0 or 1.
The default setting is 0A
(1/10000).
The variable range is from 3 to
20 in hexadecimal numbers.
Note that a lower value may
lead to hunting.
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10 Read F0F40000 to check the playback status.
02000000 indicates during playback, and
02010000 indicates playback has stopped.
When playback stop is confirmed, stop video and
open the isochronous resource.
Memory Shot
Switching to Memory shot mode
Write the following three commands in sequence.
To continue recording/playback, go back to step 5.
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
11 To stop Memory shot, switch to normal mode.
F0F30004
F0F30008
0010FFFF
80000000
Switching to normal mode
Write the following three commands in sequence.
Address
F0F30000
Data
08004600
F0F30004
F0F30008
0010FFFF
00000000
When the Memory shot mode is set, the following
control registers become effective.
Address
Data
F0F40000
010000nn
Starts recording and obtains
the status information.
F0F40004
Obtains the number of frames
that can be recorded.
Operation when the trigger mode is set
1
Before starting, stop video and open the
isochronous resource.
2
3
4
Set trigger mode to ON.
Switch to Memory shot mode.
Read F0F40004 to obtain the maximum number of
frames.
5
Write 010000nn for F0F40000 to start recording.
(nn represents the number of frames to be used for
recording.)
6
7
Input triggers required number of times.
Read F0F40000 to check the recording status.
01000000 indicates during recording, and
010100nn indicates recording has stopped.
8
9
Set trigger mode to OFF.
Secure the isochronous resource and start video.
The recorded images are output continuously.
If trigger mode remains ON, one image is output
each time a trigger is input.
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On Sensitivity in Binning Mode
Notes on the Camera
Operations
In the Binning mode, the vertical signal is factored in, so
the sensitivity is doubled. The frame rate is also doubled
and the exposure time is halved, so this effect is canceled
out.
If Frame Rate Decrease Occurs
On this camera, frame rate may decrease depending on
your shutter settings.
On the other hand, when a shorter exposure time is set,
the effect of this inclusion appears, and the sensitivity
increases. When setting the exposure time in the
Binning mode, take this into consideration.
a When the exposure time is shorter than one frame,
and the exposure time setting is shortened using the
shutter
Auto Shutter Control and Absolute
Value Shutter Control
The auto shutter control function cannot be used in the
Absolute value control mode. When Shutter is set to
AUTO, the Absolute value control mode is
automatically canceled.
b When the shutter is set to Auto, and the exposure
time decreases automatically
In either case, the camera tends to skip 1 frame image,
resulting in a decrease in the frame rate. Keep this in
mind when using an application that switches exposure
times frequently.
On Accuracy of Auto White Balance
c With a long exposure
In long exposure mode, the exposure time is set
longer than the image transmission cycle. In this
case, frame rate decreases according to the exposure
time.
This camera integrates the R, G and B levels within the
area specified by the AWB detection frame, and adjust
the R and B gains so as to equalize each level. For this
reason, the correct white balance is obtained when a
white subject is shot on the whole detection frame.
The correct color reproduction may not be obtained
during a normal scene shooting.
When Using Trigger Mode
This camera is set to accept a trigger at the fastest
possible timing and it can accept overlap of the next
trigger signal during video transmission as the default
setting. For this reason, a trigger inhibition period is not
available. Thus, if a trigger signal is input before the
CCD can change to the state where it can accept
exposures, multiple exposures can occur, and it cannot
capture the correct image. Design the trigger generation
circuit so that the trigger cycle is not faster than
necessary.
For the same reason, a malfunction may occur when
noise overlaps a trigger signal. In this case, suppress
noise in the trigger generation circuit.
When the above conditions are unavoidable, the trigger
inhibition period can be limited only while the image is
being output.
Keep in mind, however, that if the trigger inhibition
feature is enabled, the overlap trigger cannot be accepted
and the minimum trigger input cycle becomes longer
according to the exposure time.
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Specifications
Specifications
XCD-V60/V60CR
XCD-SX90/SX90CR
XCD-U100/U100CR
Image sensor
1/3-type progressive scan IT
transfer CCD
1/3-type progressive scan IT
transfer CCD
1/1.8-type progressive scan IT
transfer CCD
Number of effective pixels
Approx. 330,000
659 (H) × 494 (V)
Approx. 1,200,000
1296 (H) × 966 (V)
Approx. 2,000,000
1628 (H) × 1236 (V)
Cell size
7.4 (H) × 7.4 (V) µm
3.75 (H) × 3.75 (V) µm
6.26 (H) × 5.01 (V) mm
IEEE1394b-2002
4.4 (H) × 4.4(V) µm
Chip size
5.79 (H) × 4.89 (V) mm
8.50 (H) × 6.80 (V) mm
Interface format
Transfer speed
Protocol
800, 400 Mbps
IIDC 1394-based Digital Camera Specification Version 1.31 Compliant
Image format (fixed size)
640 × 480 Mono8/16
1280 × 960 Mono8/16
1024 × 768 Mono8/16
800 × 600 Mono8/16
640 × 480 Mono8/16
1600 × 1200 Mono8/16
1280 × 960 Mono8/16
1024 × 768 Mono8/16
800 × 600 Mono8/16
640 × 480 Mono8/16
Frame rate (depends on the
image format)
90 to 1.875 fps
30 to 1.875 fps
15 to 1.875 fps
Image format (Format7)
(* for Partial scan)
680 × 480 Mono8/16*
320 × 240 (Binning)
640 × 240 (Binning)
640 × 480 (90 fps)
1280 × 960 Mono8/16*
640 × 480 (Binning)
1280 × 480 (Binning)
1600 × 1200 Mono8/16*
800 × 600 (Binning)
1600 × 600 (Binning)
Partial scan function
Minimum unit: 32 × 24
Trimming position selectable by the unit of 4 × 4
Lens mount
Flange back
C-mount
17.526 mm
Minimum illumination
Black and white model: 2 lx
1
1
1
(Iris: F1.4, Gain: +24 dB, Shutter: /60s (129) (XCD-V60), /30s (182) (XCD-SX90), /15s (258)
(XCD-U100))
Color model: 20 lx
1
1
1
(Iris: F1.4, Gain: +18 dB, Shutter: /60s (129) (XCD-V60CR), /30s (182) (XCD-SX90CR), /15s
(258) (XCD-U100CR))
Brightness
Gamma
Adjustable
Adjustable using the Lookup table
Shutter speed
1/100,000 to 16 s
(Absolute value control possible)
Gain
Auto/Manual (Black and white model: 0 to 24 dB / Color model: 0 to 18 dB)
External trigger shutter
Edge detection (Mode0), Exposure time setting by trigger width (Mode1), Software trigger
(IEEE1394 bus), Bulk trigger, Sequential trigger, Trigger inhibition setting, Trigger/strobe delay
setting
Power supply
+8 to +30 V (from IEEE1394b cable or 12-pin connector)
Power consumption
2.8 W (12 V)
2.8 W (12 V)
3 W (12 V)
Performance guaranty
temperature
0 to +40 °C (32 to104 °F)
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Operating relative humidity
Storage relative humidity
Vibration resistance
MTBF
–5 to +45 °C (23 to113 °F)
–30 to +60 °C (–22 to +140 °F)
20 to 80 % (No condensation)
20 to 95 % (No condensation)
10 G (20 to 200 Hz, 20 minutes for each direction X, Y, Z)
57170 Hrs (Approx. 6.5 years)
58260 Hrs (Approx. 6.7 years)
70G
56270 Hrs (Approx. 6.4 years)
Shock resistance
Dimensions
44 (W) × 33 (H) × 57.5 (D) mm, not including projecting parts
(1 3/4 (W) × 1 5/16 (H) × 2 3/8 (D) inches)
Mass
140 g (5 oz)
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Video Modes Supported
Fixed format
Format
Mode
Image Size
Color
Coding
Frame Rate
XCD-V60/
V60CR
XCD-SX90/
SX90CR
XCD-U100/
U100CR
0
5
640 × 480
Mono8
1.875
3.75
7.5
15
30
60
6
640 × 480
Mono16
1.875
3.75
7.5
15
30
60
1
2
5
800 × 600
Mono8
Mono8
7.5
15
30
1024 × 768
1.875
3.75
7.5
15
30
6
7
800 × 600
Mono16
Mono16
3.75
7.5
15
30
1024 × 768
1.875
3.75
7.5
15
30
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Format
Mode
Image Size
Color
Coding
Frame Rate
XCD-V60/
V60CR
XCD-SX90/
SX90CR
XCD-U100/
U100CR
2
2
1280 × 960
Mono8
1.875
3.75
7.5
15
30
5
6
7
1600 × 1200
1280 × 960
1600 × 1200
Mono8
Mono16
Mono16
1.875
3.75
7.5
15
1.875
3.75
7.5
15
1.875
3.75
7.5
15
S800 band is required.
Free format
Format
Mode
XCD-V60
XCD-
XCD-SX90
XCD-
XCD-U100
XCD-
V60CR
SX90CR
Depends on the area.
60 fps
U100CR
7
0
Partial scan
Frame rate
1
2
3
4
2 × 2 binning
Frame rate
180 fps
180 fps
90 fps
90 fps
30 fps
30 fps
15 fps
1 × 2 binning
Frame rate
60 fps
Full size mode
Frame rate
90 fps
90 fps
30 fps
30 fps
15 fps
90 fps mode
Frame rate
The frame rates indicate the values in 8-bit mode and under S800 conditions.
To operate with a frame rate of 180 fps, the shutter speed should be faster than 1/180 s.
To operate with a frame rate of 90 fps, the shutter speed should be faster than 1/90 s.
To operate with a frame rate of 60 fps, the shutter speed should be faster than 1/60 s.
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XCD-SX90
Spectral sensitivity (relative response) parameters
(without lens and light source parameters)
Appendix
1.0
0.8
0.6
0.4
0.2
0
Spectral Sensitivity
(Relative Response)
Parameters
XCD-V60
Spectral sensitivity (relative response) parameters
(without lens and light source parameters)
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
1.0
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0.0
Wave Length [nm]
XCD-SX90CR
Spectral sensitivity (relative response) parameters
(without lens and light source parameters)
1.0
R
0.9
G
0.8
0.7
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
B
0.6
Wave Length [nm]
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0.0
XCD-V60CR
Spectral sensitivity (relative response) parameters
(without lens and light source parameters)
400
450
500
550
600
650
700
Wave Length [nm]
1.0
G
0.9
R
0.8
B
XCD-U100
0.7
Spectral sensitivity (relative response) parameters
(without lens and light source parameters)
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0.0
1.0
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0.0
400
450
500
550
600
650
700
Wave Length [nm]
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
Wave Length [nm]
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XCD-U100CR
Spectral sensitivity (relative response) parameters
(without lens and light source parameters)
1.0
R
0.9
G
0.8
B
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0.0
400
450
500
550
600
650
700
Wave Length [nm]
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