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Technical Manual
A-CY5-100-11 (1)
Digital Video
Camera Module
© 2008 Sony Corporation
XCL-5005CR
XCL-5005

Table of Contents

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Summary

Overview

Features

Details of camera module features including digital interface and high image quality.

Electronic shutter function

Information on selecting shutter speeds from various available speeds for exposure control.

External trigger shutter function

Function for capturing still pictures using an external trigger for fast-moving objects.

Partial scan

Method to limit video output lines for high-speed image processing.

Body fixing

Details on screw holes for installing the camera module and optical axis alignment.

Gamma

Option to switch gamma correction ON/OFF and select gamma curve modes.

Switching an Output Bit Length

Selection of 12-bit, 10-bit, or 8-bit output for data transfer.

Switching an Output Tap

Option to select 1TAP or 2TAP output for data transfer.

Switching color output (XCL-5005 CR only)

Selection between RAW data output and RGB data output.

Binning (XCL-5005 only)

Method to combine vertical pixels to double frame rate.

Edge detection, Edge enhancement (XCL-5005 only)

Filters to detect and emphasize edges in an image.

Typical CCD Phenomena

Smear

Vertical smear caused by electric charge induced by infrared radiation.

Vertical aliasing

Jagged appearance of vertical stripes or lines in the image.

Blemishes

Single pixel blemish due to malfunctioning sensor elements.

White speckles

Imperceptible speckles on screen due to cosmic rays or high temperature/gain.

Level difference between left and right

Potential level difference between left and right image areas due to output system.

System Components

Video Camera Module

Overview of the XCL-5005CR/5005 camera module.

Camera cable

Details on available camera cable lengths and types.

C-mount lens

Information on high-resolution lenses compatible with the C-mount.

Camera adaptor

Details on the DC-700/700CE camera adaptor.

Tripod adaptor

Information on the VCT-ST70I insulated type tripod adaptor.

Camera module interface board

Installation and compatibility of interface boards for Camera Link and PoCL.

Camera Link cable

Connection details for the Camera Link cable and signal transmission.

Connection

Power supply

Methods for supplying power to the camera module.

Using the DIGITAL IF (interface) connector

Using PoCL standard for power, control, and image output via a single cable.

Using the DC IN connector

Using a power adapter via the DC IN connector for power supply.

Location and Function of Parts and Operation

Front;Top;Bottom

Identification and function of parts on the front, top, and bottom of the camera.

Using a tripod

Procedure for installing the camera on a tripod using a tripod adaptor.

Rear

DC IN (DC power input) connector (12-pin)

Pin configuration and usage of the 12-pin DC IN power connector.

DIGITAL IF (Interface) connector (26-pin)

Pin configuration and signal mapping for the 26-pin Camera Link interface.

Connecting the cables

DC IN connector

Connecting the camera cable to the DC IN connector.

Digital interface connector

Connecting the Camera Link cable to the digital interface connector.

Camera Link cable

Securing the Camera Link cable using fastening screws.

Controlling the camera from the host device

Overview of control functions and commands for external control.

Trigger signal specifications

Specifications for external trigger signal input, including amplitude and polarity.

DIGITAL IF terminal

DVAL;Exposure output specific (only DC IN terminal)

CCD loaded on XCL-5005 CR;5005

Compatibility with previous model XCL-5000

Video output format

Switching TAP

Configuration of 1TAP 80 MHz and 2TAP 40 MHz output systems.

Color pixel array

Output of RAW data based on the Bayer array for XCL-5005CR.

Data order

1 TAP 80 MHz

Data order for 1TAP 80 MHz transmission system.

2 TAP 40 MHz

Data order for 2TAP 40 MHz transmission system.

Port assignment

Output data size

Camera mode

Horizontal timing

Common horizontal timing and HPARTIAL function for column selection.

Vertical timing

Normal mode

Outputting individual video signals of all pixels at 15 frames per second.

Binning mode

Mode for adding vertical lines to double frame rate (not available for XCL-5005CR).

Partial scan mode

Partial scan offset

Beginning and ending position of the actual video

Partial scan

Mode 1 and Mode 3 (PARTIAL-OFFSET = 38)

Mode 2 and Mode 4 (PARTIAL-OFFSET = 38)

Mode 5

Trigger mode

Trigger

Trigger binning mode

Trigger binning

Trigger partial scan mode

Trigger partial scan

Trigger mode

Shutter setting

Preset shutter

Setting 14 types of exposure time ranges from 1/15 s to 2 s.

Arbitrary shutter setting

Overlap

WEN-STRB

DSP Operation

Signal processing block chart

Block diagrams illustrating signal processing for XCL-5005CR and XCL-5005.

Flip-flop XCL-5005

Setting to output a mirror image using the FLIP-FLOP setting.

Digital clamp

Adjusting digital clamp levels and using automatic clamp control.

Digital gain XCL-5005

Adjusting digital gain and its effect on display level and black level.

Pixel gain XCL-5005 CR

Setting pixel gain per color channel (R, G, B) and definition equation.

White balance

Configuring white balance modes (3200K, 5600K, 6500K, manual) and AUTOWB.

Black balance

Adjusting black balance using automatic or direct methods.

Gamma correction

Gamma correction using LUT, interpolation, or coefficient methods.

Coefficient input method

Creating gamma curves by setting gamma coefficient and offset value.

3 x 3 filter XCL-5005

3x3 filter operations including modes for coefficient setting and image sharpening.

Image sharpening filter

Emphasizing edges by subtracting secondary differentiation from the image.

Mode 2

Provides six patterns of filter effects for image processing.

Edge detection; enhancement (DTL)

Filters for detecting and emphasizing object edges while minimizing noise.

Binarization XCL-5005

Performing binarization processing by setting a threshold value.

Digital pedestal

Adjusting digital pedestal from +1 to +255 to raise the whole level.

8;10;12 bit length selection

Selecting 12-bit, 10-bit, or 8-bit output, and RGB 24-bit for XCL-5005CR.

Grayscale chart

Outputting a grayscale chart for setting conditions and checking levels.

Color chart XCL-5005 CR

Outputting color charts for setting conditions and checking levels in different modes.

Camera Control Commands

General

Overview of external control via serial communication (HyperTerminal, Tera Term).

Serial Communication Specifications

Asynchronous serial communication specifications compliant with RS-232C.

Command system

Categorization of camera control and setting value control commands.

Command format

Input format for commands including command name and parameters.

Command input and response

Camera responses to valid inputs, errors, and invalid commands.

Command Specification

Camera control commands

Classification of camera control commands into 10 categories.

AFE Setting Command

Commands for setting AFE parameters like Gain-Step and Pedestal.

Gain-Step Setting

Setting the gain of AFE in steps.

Gain-Fine Setting

Fine adjustment of AFE gain using 502 parts.

Pedestal Setting

Setting the AFE pedestal level.

Shutter Speed Setting

Trigger Mode Setting

External Trigger Pulse Polarity Setting

External Trigger Overlap Setting

DTL;Binarization Setting Command (XCL-5005 only)

Edge Enhancement Filter Factor Setting

Setting the edge enhancement filter factor.

DTL Mode Setting

Setting the DTL mode (OFF, Edge detection, Edge enhancement).

Binarization Threshold Value Setting

Setting the binarization mode and threshold value.

WB Setting Command (XCL-5005 CR only)

White Balance Mode Setting

Setting white balance mode (3200K, 5600K, 6500K, Manual).

One Push White Balance Execution

Executing one push white balance for default or arbitrary area.

Pixel Gain Setting

Manual R Gain Setting

Manual G Gain Setting

Manual B Gain Setting

AJ Setting Command (XCL-5005 CR only)

Black Clamp Level Setting

Setting black clamp level using automatic or direct adjustment methods.

Black Clamp Level Setting (Right side of the window)

RGB Red Correction Setting

RGB Green Correction Setting

RGB Blue Correction Setting

Digital Setting Command

Digital Gain Setting (XCL-5005 only)

Setting digital gain ON/OFF.

Digital Gain-Step Setting (XCL-5005 only)

Setting and fine adjusting digital gain.

Digital Pedestal Setting

Setting digital pedestal ON/OFF and level.

Automatic Clamp Control Setting

Setting automatic clamp control and clamp setting value.

Automatic Clamp Control Correlation Factor Setting

Setting the automatic clamp control correlation factor.

Digital Clamp Setting

Setting digital clamp ON/OFF and adjusting clamp value.

Digital Clamp Setting (Left side of the window)

Setting digital clamp and adjusting value on the left side.

Digital Clamp Setting (Right side of the window)

Setting digital clamp and adjusting value on the right side.

Gamma Setting Command

Gamma Correction Mode Setting

Setting gamma correction mode (OFF, optional, approximation, default).

LUT Value Setting (the case of gamma mode 1 and 3)

LUT Value Setting (When gamma modes 6 and 7)

Filter Setting Command (XCL-5005 only)

Filter Mode Setting

Setting the filter mode (OFF, Optional, Table).

Filter Setting (the case of filter mode 1)

Setting filter factor for specific addresses in filter mode 1.

Filter Setting (the case of filter mode 2)

Setting filter table pattern for filter mode 2.

Binning; Partial Setting Command

Binning Mode Setting (XCL-5005 only)

Setting the binning mode ON/OFF.

Partial Scan Setting

Setting partial scan mode and read area parameters.

Partial Scan Offset Setting

Setting offset value for partial scan read beginning position.

Horizontal Partial Scan Setting

Setting read column number for horizontal partial scan.

IN;OUT Setting Command

External Trigger Signal Input Selection

Selecting input route for external trigger signal (Camera Link, DC IN).

Flip-flop Output Setting (XCL-5005 only)

Grayscale Output Setting (XCL-5005 only)

Color Bar Output Setting (XCL-5005 CR only)

DC IN Connector Signal Output Setting

Image Output Data Width

Image Output Data Tap

Serial Transmission Speed Setting

Setting Value Control Command

Initialization of Setting

Initializing camera control command data to factory settings.

Save Setting Command

Writing camera control command data to Flash ROM.

Read Setting Command

Reading camera control command data from Flash ROM.

Setting Value Accession Command

Setting Value Accession

Sending data for setting value accession by serial communication.

Others

Version Indication

Displaying camera model name and version.

Help Indication

Displaying the list of camera control commands.

Command Limitation

Information on invalid commands due to parameter combinations.

Shutter speed condition

Conditions for shutter speed setting based on partial scan read area.

Trigger mode and pulse polarity

Conditions for trigger mode and pulse polarity settings.

Image output data tap (2 TAP only)

Conditions for image output data tap setting.

Filter mode (Mode 1 only)

Conditions for filter mode settings.

Partial scan mode

Conditions for BINNING and partial scan mode settings.

Command List

Parameter List

Information

Specifications

Spectral Sensitivity Characteristics (Typical Values)

XCL-5005 CR;5005 Dimensions

Summary

Overview

Features

Details of camera module features including digital interface and high image quality.

Electronic shutter function

Information on selecting shutter speeds from various available speeds for exposure control.

External trigger shutter function

Function for capturing still pictures using an external trigger for fast-moving objects.

Partial scan

Method to limit video output lines for high-speed image processing.

Body fixing

Details on screw holes for installing the camera module and optical axis alignment.

Gamma

Option to switch gamma correction ON/OFF and select gamma curve modes.

Switching an Output Bit Length

Selection of 12-bit, 10-bit, or 8-bit output for data transfer.

Switching an Output Tap

Option to select 1TAP or 2TAP output for data transfer.

Switching color output (XCL-5005 CR only)

Selection between RAW data output and RGB data output.

Binning (XCL-5005 only)

Method to combine vertical pixels to double frame rate.

Edge detection, Edge enhancement (XCL-5005 only)

Filters to detect and emphasize edges in an image.

Typical CCD Phenomena

Smear

Vertical smear caused by electric charge induced by infrared radiation.

Vertical aliasing

Jagged appearance of vertical stripes or lines in the image.

Blemishes

Single pixel blemish due to malfunctioning sensor elements.

White speckles

Imperceptible speckles on screen due to cosmic rays or high temperature/gain.

Level difference between left and right

Potential level difference between left and right image areas due to output system.

System Components

Video Camera Module

Overview of the XCL-5005CR/5005 camera module.

Camera cable

Details on available camera cable lengths and types.

C-mount lens

Information on high-resolution lenses compatible with the C-mount.

Camera adaptor

Details on the DC-700/700CE camera adaptor.

Tripod adaptor

Information on the VCT-ST70I insulated type tripod adaptor.

Camera module interface board

Installation and compatibility of interface boards for Camera Link and PoCL.

Camera Link cable

Connection details for the Camera Link cable and signal transmission.

Connection

Power supply

Methods for supplying power to the camera module.

Using the DIGITAL IF (interface) connector

Using PoCL standard for power, control, and image output via a single cable.

Using the DC IN connector

Using a power adapter via the DC IN connector for power supply.

Location and Function of Parts and Operation

Front;Top;Bottom

Identification and function of parts on the front, top, and bottom of the camera.

Using a tripod

Procedure for installing the camera on a tripod using a tripod adaptor.

Rear

DC IN (DC power input) connector (12-pin)

Pin configuration and usage of the 12-pin DC IN power connector.

DIGITAL IF (Interface) connector (26-pin)

Pin configuration and signal mapping for the 26-pin Camera Link interface.

Connecting the cables

DC IN connector

Connecting the camera cable to the DC IN connector.

Digital interface connector

Connecting the Camera Link cable to the digital interface connector.

Camera Link cable

Securing the Camera Link cable using fastening screws.

Controlling the camera from the host device

Overview of control functions and commands for external control.

Trigger signal specifications

Specifications for external trigger signal input, including amplitude and polarity.

DIGITAL IF terminal

DVAL;Exposure output specific (only DC IN terminal)

CCD loaded on XCL-5005 CR;5005

Compatibility with previous model XCL-5000

Video output format

Switching TAP

Configuration of 1TAP 80 MHz and 2TAP 40 MHz output systems.

Color pixel array

Output of RAW data based on the Bayer array for XCL-5005CR.

Data order

1 TAP 80 MHz

Data order for 1TAP 80 MHz transmission system.

2 TAP 40 MHz

Data order for 2TAP 40 MHz transmission system.

Port assignment

Output data size

Camera mode

Horizontal timing

Common horizontal timing and HPARTIAL function for column selection.

Vertical timing

Normal mode

Outputting individual video signals of all pixels at 15 frames per second.

Binning mode

Mode for adding vertical lines to double frame rate (not available for XCL-5005CR).

Partial scan mode

Partial scan offset

Beginning and ending position of the actual video

Partial scan

Mode 1 and Mode 3 (PARTIAL-OFFSET = 38)

Mode 2 and Mode 4 (PARTIAL-OFFSET = 38)

Mode 5

Trigger mode

Trigger

Trigger binning mode

Trigger binning

Trigger partial scan mode

Trigger partial scan

Trigger mode

Shutter setting

Preset shutter

Setting 14 types of exposure time ranges from 1/15 s to 2 s.

Arbitrary shutter setting

Overlap

WEN-STRB

DSP Operation

Signal processing block chart

Block diagrams illustrating signal processing for XCL-5005CR and XCL-5005.

Flip-flop XCL-5005

Setting to output a mirror image using the FLIP-FLOP setting.

Digital clamp

Adjusting digital clamp levels and using automatic clamp control.

Digital gain XCL-5005

Adjusting digital gain and its effect on display level and black level.

Pixel gain XCL-5005 CR

Setting pixel gain per color channel (R, G, B) and definition equation.

White balance

Configuring white balance modes (3200K, 5600K, 6500K, manual) and AUTOWB.

Black balance

Adjusting black balance using automatic or direct methods.

Gamma correction

Gamma correction using LUT, interpolation, or coefficient methods.

Coefficient input method

Creating gamma curves by setting gamma coefficient and offset value.

3 x 3 filter XCL-5005

3x3 filter operations including modes for coefficient setting and image sharpening.

Image sharpening filter

Emphasizing edges by subtracting secondary differentiation from the image.

Mode 2

Provides six patterns of filter effects for image processing.

Edge detection; enhancement (DTL)

Filters for detecting and emphasizing object edges while minimizing noise.

Binarization XCL-5005

Performing binarization processing by setting a threshold value.

Digital pedestal

Adjusting digital pedestal from +1 to +255 to raise the whole level.

8;10;12 bit length selection

Selecting 12-bit, 10-bit, or 8-bit output, and RGB 24-bit for XCL-5005CR.

Grayscale chart

Outputting a grayscale chart for setting conditions and checking levels.

Color chart XCL-5005 CR

Outputting color charts for setting conditions and checking levels in different modes.

Camera Control Commands

General

Overview of external control via serial communication (HyperTerminal, Tera Term).

Serial Communication Specifications

Asynchronous serial communication specifications compliant with RS-232C.

Command system

Categorization of camera control and setting value control commands.

Command format

Input format for commands including command name and parameters.

Command input and response

Camera responses to valid inputs, errors, and invalid commands.

Command Specification

Camera control commands

Classification of camera control commands into 10 categories.

AFE Setting Command

Commands for setting AFE parameters like Gain-Step and Pedestal.

Gain-Step Setting

Setting the gain of AFE in steps.

Gain-Fine Setting

Fine adjustment of AFE gain using 502 parts.

Pedestal Setting

Setting the AFE pedestal level.

Shutter Speed Setting

Trigger Mode Setting

External Trigger Pulse Polarity Setting

External Trigger Overlap Setting

DTL;Binarization Setting Command (XCL-5005 only)

Edge Enhancement Filter Factor Setting

Setting the edge enhancement filter factor.

DTL Mode Setting

Setting the DTL mode (OFF, Edge detection, Edge enhancement).

Binarization Threshold Value Setting

Setting the binarization mode and threshold value.

WB Setting Command (XCL-5005 CR only)

White Balance Mode Setting

Setting white balance mode (3200K, 5600K, 6500K, Manual).

One Push White Balance Execution

Executing one push white balance for default or arbitrary area.

Pixel Gain Setting

Manual R Gain Setting

Manual G Gain Setting

Manual B Gain Setting

AJ Setting Command (XCL-5005 CR only)

Black Clamp Level Setting

Setting black clamp level using automatic or direct adjustment methods.

Black Clamp Level Setting (Right side of the window)

RGB Red Correction Setting

RGB Green Correction Setting

RGB Blue Correction Setting

Digital Setting Command

Digital Gain Setting (XCL-5005 only)

Setting digital gain ON/OFF.

Digital Gain-Step Setting (XCL-5005 only)

Setting and fine adjusting digital gain.

Digital Pedestal Setting

Setting digital pedestal ON/OFF and level.

Automatic Clamp Control Setting

Setting automatic clamp control and clamp setting value.

Automatic Clamp Control Correlation Factor Setting

Setting the automatic clamp control correlation factor.

Digital Clamp Setting

Setting digital clamp ON/OFF and adjusting clamp value.

Digital Clamp Setting (Left side of the window)

Setting digital clamp and adjusting value on the left side.

Digital Clamp Setting (Right side of the window)

Setting digital clamp and adjusting value on the right side.

Gamma Setting Command

Gamma Correction Mode Setting

Setting gamma correction mode (OFF, optional, approximation, default).

LUT Value Setting (the case of gamma mode 1 and 3)

LUT Value Setting (When gamma modes 6 and 7)

Filter Setting Command (XCL-5005 only)

Filter Mode Setting

Setting the filter mode (OFF, Optional, Table).

Filter Setting (the case of filter mode 1)

Setting filter factor for specific addresses in filter mode 1.

Filter Setting (the case of filter mode 2)

Setting filter table pattern for filter mode 2.

Binning; Partial Setting Command

Binning Mode Setting (XCL-5005 only)

Setting the binning mode ON/OFF.

Partial Scan Setting

Setting partial scan mode and read area parameters.

Partial Scan Offset Setting

Setting offset value for partial scan read beginning position.

Horizontal Partial Scan Setting

Setting read column number for horizontal partial scan.

IN;OUT Setting Command

External Trigger Signal Input Selection

Selecting input route for external trigger signal (Camera Link, DC IN).

Flip-flop Output Setting (XCL-5005 only)

Grayscale Output Setting (XCL-5005 only)

Color Bar Output Setting (XCL-5005 CR only)

DC IN Connector Signal Output Setting

Image Output Data Width

Image Output Data Tap

Serial Transmission Speed Setting

Setting Value Control Command

Initialization of Setting

Initializing camera control command data to factory settings.

Save Setting Command

Writing camera control command data to Flash ROM.

Read Setting Command

Reading camera control command data from Flash ROM.

Setting Value Accession Command

Setting Value Accession

Sending data for setting value accession by serial communication.

Others

Version Indication

Displaying camera model name and version.

Help Indication

Displaying the list of camera control commands.

Command Limitation

Information on invalid commands due to parameter combinations.

Shutter speed condition

Conditions for shutter speed setting based on partial scan read area.

Trigger mode and pulse polarity

Conditions for trigger mode and pulse polarity settings.

Image output data tap (2 TAP only)

Conditions for image output data tap setting.

Filter mode (Mode 1 only)

Conditions for filter mode settings.

Partial scan mode

Conditions for BINNING and partial scan mode settings.

Command List

Parameter List

Information

Specifications

Spectral Sensitivity Characteristics (Typical Values)

XCL-5005 CR;5005 Dimensions

Sony XCL-5005CR Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSony
ModelXCL-5005CR
CategoryCamcorder
LanguageEnglish

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