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CAUTION
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HAMAMATSU PHOTONICS K.K.
C8484-16C
Thank you for your purchase
Follow the safety precautions in Chapter 1 in order to avoid personal
injury and damage to property when using this camera. The manual
describes the correct handling method of C8484-16C camera and
provides cautions in order to avoid accidents. Read this manual
carefully beforehand use the camera correctly.
After reading the manual, store it in a location where you can refer to it
at any time.
Ver. 1.5
March 2012
75100301-01

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Follow the safety precautions in Chapter 1 in order to avoid personal injury and damage to property when using this camera. The manual describes the correct handling method of C8484-16C camera and CAUTION provides cautions in order to avoid accidents. Read this manual carefully beforehand use the camera correctly.
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  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CLASSIFICATION OF WARNINGS We have classified the warning symbols that appear in this operating manual and on the camera as follows for better comprehension of their meaning. Make sure that you fully understand them and obey the instructions they contain.

  • Page 4: Power Supply

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 WARNING Power supply Use the camera with the voltage indicated on the rating. Using a different voltage can damage the camera lead to fire or electric shock. Be careful not to place heavy objects on cables or bend it excessively.

  • Page 5: Operating Environment

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 CAUTION Connecting and Disconnecting cables Always turn off the power before connecting and disconnecting cables. Fixing the camera head When fitting the camera head to a tripod or other fixture, use the screw (1/4-20UNC) in the center of a camera mount or the threaded sleeve (M3) about the mount's perimeter.

  • Page 6: Check The Contents Of Package

    C8484-16C Camera head C8484-16C Camera control unit Camera head extension cable Lens mount cap * attached to the camera C8484-16C Instruction manual * this booklet <Option> Recommendation AC adaptor article of...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................1 CLASSIFICATION OF WARNINGS ..............1 2. CHECK THE CONTENTS OF PACKAGE ........... 4 3. INSTALLATION ................... 4 4. OVERVIEW ....................7 5. FEATURES ....................7 6. NAME AND FUNCTION OF THE PARTS ........... 8 CAMERA HEAD ....................
  • Page 8 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 14-1 CAMERA SPECIFICATION ................43 14-2 SPECTRAL RESPONSE CHARACTERISTICS ..........44 14-3 INTERFACE SPESIFICATION ................45 14-3-1 CAMERALINK INTERFACE ....................45 14-3-2 TIMING I/O INTERFACE ...................... 46 14-4 IMAGE DATA OUTPUT TIMING SPECIFICATION .......... 47 15. DIMENSIONAL OUTLINE ................. 48 15-1 CAMERA HEAD ....................

  • Page 9: Overview

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 4. OVERVIEW C8484-16C is a small CCD camera which provides 12 bit digital output and high resolution for industrial/ scientific measurement, in which high accuracy and quality imaging are required. This camera employs “CameraLink” which is used as standard interface for industrial application.

  • Page 10: Name And Function Of The Parts

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 6. NAME AND FUNCTION OF THE PARTS CAMERA HEAD [Front] [Side] [Rear] ① ② ③ Figure 6-1 ① Lens mount C-mount lens or optical system with C-mount can be attached. • C-mount has a depth of 7 mm. Screwing the lens too far into the Note camera head may scratch the glass surface.

  • Page 11: Camera Control Unit

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 CAMERA CONTROL UNIT ④ ⑤ ① ① ③ ⑥ ⑦ ② Figure 6-2 ① Camera head extension connector Connector used for connecting the camera head to the camera control unit. ② Camera connector [POWER] Connector used for connecting the camera head to the AC adaptor.

  • Page 12: Connecting Cables

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 7. CONNECTING CABLES Refer to the figure below when connecting the various cables. Camera Camera head ① Camera head extension cable AC adaptor Camera control unit (Recommendation article of Hamamatsu) ＬＩＮＥ CAMERA ③ Camera cable (Option) Rear panel ②...

  • Page 13: Operation

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 8. OPERATION PREPARATION FOR IMAGING (1) Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 7-1 before operating of the camera. • When cables are connected, confirming the power switch of the computer is the OFF position. (2) After turning the power switch on, wait approximately 10 minutes for the temperature to stabilize;...

  • Page 14: Image Acquisition

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 9. IMAGE ACQUISITION DESCRIPTION OF HOW THE CCD FUNCTIONS The all-pixel-readout interline transfer CCD used in this camera is arranged as shown in Figure 9-1. Incident light at the CCD is converted by photosensors to electrical charges which are transmitted through a shielded vertical transfer CCD (VCCD) and a horizontal transfer CCD (HCCD) to a final output charge-voltage conversion amp.

  • Page 15: Overview Of The Camera Modes

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 OVERVIEW OF THE CAMERA MODES This camera features many different operational modes. Furthermore, all modes involve the CameraLink interface's built-in microprocessor, providing control and setting for all modes. Of the numerous different modes, the modes used for obtaining images are broadly classified into the two categories below.

  • Page 16: Details Of Camera Mode

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 DETAILS OF CAMERA MODE 9-3-1 DIGITAL OUTPUT PIXEL COUNT Select one of the numbers of effective horizontal pixel settings (1024/1280/1344) for the camera's digital data output in accordance with the specifications of the digital input frame grabber board being used.

  • Page 17: Ccd Readout Methods (Scan Mode)

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 9-3-4 CCD READOUT METHODS (SCAN MODE) Select either normal readout or binning readout. (1) Normal readout ................... SMD N Electrical charges from the CCD are read out in the normal, standard manner. The time required for CCD readout of all of the CCD's pixels is approximately 1/11.9 s.
  • Page 18 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (4) Sub-array readout ................SMD A In this mode, only a required area is read out at the normal speed while the remaining areas are rapidly cleared. This operation allows the frame rate to be increased.

  • Page 19: Exposure Time Settings

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 EXPOSURE TIME SETTINGS The exposure time and the methods used for making the exposure time settings are different for Free running mode and External control mode. The following explains more about each mode. 9-4-1 FREE RUNNING MODE...
  • Page 20 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (3) 4×4 binning readout Exposure and 44 binning readout repeat according to the sequence set internally. Command AMD N (Free running mode) Scan mode SMD S (Binning) Exposure time : NMD N (Normal) Binning SPX 4 (4×4 binning)
  • Page 21 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 9-4-1-2 Exposure time setting: Electronic shutter Exposure and readout repeat along with the operation of the electronic shutter according to the sequence set internally. The exposure time (electronic shutter time) is set with the SHT n command.
  • Page 22 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (3) 4×4 binning readout Exposure and 44 binning readout repeat according to the sequence set internally. Command AMD N (Free running mode) Scan mode SMD S (Binning) Exposure time NMD S, SHT n (Shutter) Binning SPX 4 (4×4 binning)
  • Page 23 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 9-4-1-3 Exposure time setting: Frame blanking* Exposure and readout repeat along with the operation of the electronic shutter according to the sequence set internally. The exposure time (Frame blanking*) is set with the FBL n command.
  • Page 24 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (3) 4×4 binning readout Exposure and 44 binning readout repeat according to the sequence set internally. Command AMD N (Free running mode) Scan mode SMD S (Binning) Exposure time NMD F, FBL n (Frame blanking) Binning SPX 4 (4×4 binning)

  • Page 25: External Control Mode

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 9-4-2 EXTERNAL CONTROL MODE The external trigger pulse polarity is selected from <N (Negative) low-level active/P (Positive) high-level active> and is input via the timing I/O connector (TIMING I/O) on the rear panel. The external trigger pulse is at TTL level (Termination is 680 Ω).
  • Page 26 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (2) 2×2 binning readout Exposure and 22 binning readout repeat according to the sequence set internally. Command AMD E (External control mode) External control pulse : ATP N {ATP P} Scan mode SMD S (Binning) Exposure time...
  • Page 27 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (3) 4×4 binning readout Exposure and 44 binning readout repeat according to the sequence set internally. Command AMD E (External control mode) External control pulse : ATP N {ATP P} Scan mode SMD S (Binning) Exposure time...
  • Page 28 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 9-4-2-2 Exposure time setting: External setting Exposure begins within 2.2 μs from the fall {rise} of the external trigger pulse. After this, when external trigger pulse rises {falls} again, the exposure is stopped within the designated time, and the data is read out.
  • Page 29 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (2) 2×2 binning readout Exposure and 22 binning readout repeat according to the sequence set internally. Command AMD E (External control mode) External control pulse : ATP N {ATP P} Scan mode SMD S (Binning) Exposure time...
  • Page 30 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (3) 4×4 binning readout Exposure and 44 binning readout repeat according to the sequence set internally. Command AMD E (External control mode) External control pulse : ATP N {ATP P} Scan mode SMD S (Binning) Exposure time...
  • Page 31 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (4) Sub-array readout Readout of the sub-array repeats according to the sequence set internally. Command AMD E (External control mode) External control pulse : ATP N {ATP P} Scan mode SMD A (Sub-array) Exposure time EMD L...

  • Page 32: Command Specification

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 10. COMMAND SPECIFICATION 10-1 TRANSMISSION INTERFACE The camera is controlled from the host computer through the serial interface. Specifications for the serial interface are shown below. Baud rate 9600 Bit length Parity check None Stop bit...
  • Page 33 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (1) Responses to operating commands and setting commands When execution of a command proceeds normally, a reply with the executed command (with parameter) is sent back to the host computer. XXX: Executed command XXX_PP PP : Parameter If the command sent by the computer contains an error (undefined command, parameter error), the character string below is sent as an error message.

  • Page 34: Overview Of Commands

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 10-4 OVERVIEW OF COMMANDS The external control commands are categorized into the five following groups.  Mode setting commands  Parameter setting commands  Correctional commands  Other setting commands  Status commands (1) Mode setting commands This group contains commands that switch the modes used in obtaining images.
  • Page 35 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (4) Other Setting Commands This group contains commands for initializing the camera and for other settings. Sets the various settings that determine the camera's overall operation to the initial values. Selects whether responses are made to commands.

  • Page 36: Command Initial Setting

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 10-5 COMMAND INITIAL SETTING Settings commands are set as shown below with the power is turned on. These settings are initialized, regardless of the "INI" command. Category Initial command Detail Mode setting AMD N Exposure start timing...

  • Page 37: Detail Of Commands

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 10-6 DETAIL OF COMMANDS (1) Mode setting commands (Acquire MoDe) Parameter N (Normal) E (External) Function Selects internal control or external control for the exposure trigger timing. Example The command setting the mode is executed, and then AMD N internally controlled imaging begins.
  • Page 38 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (2) Parameter setting commands (SHutter Time) Parameter n (n: Number of Horizontal line) Normal readout 1 to 1055 22 binning readout : 1 to 535 44 binning readout : 1 to 269 Function Sets the exposure time (electronic shutter time) in units of 1 H when the exposure trigger timing is controlled internally and the electronic shutter is selected as the method for setting the exposure time.
  • Page 39 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (Scan H-Offset) Parameter n (0n1336, n = multiples of 8) Function Selects the sub-array's horizontal start address. When the n value is set to a number that is not a multiple of 8, the Example command returns an error (E3) in response. Furthermore, the SHA setting is enabled when the SHO command is processed.
  • Page 40 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (4) Other setting commands (INItialize) Parameter None Function Initializes the contents of the camera control unit's internal parameter RAM. (RESponse) Parameter Y (Yes) / N (No) Function Determines whether or not responses are returned when commands are executed.
  • Page 41 C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (6) Obtaining camera hardware information commands This command returns information about the camera hardware. This command differs from other status commands, in that it includes parameters. ?CAI (CAmera Information) Parameter T : Camera type name A : Bit number of output...

  • Page 42: Precautions When Using The Ccd

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 11. PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE CCD This camera uses a CCD. Careful attention must be paid to the following points when using a CCD: (1) White spot Subjecting the CCD to extended exposures may cause failure in part of the silicon wafer, resulting in white spots.

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 12. MAINTENANCE 12-1 CARE Clean the exterior with a soft, dry cloth. • Do not use a wet cloth, dirty cloth.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting Checklist

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 13. TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST If an abnormality occurs, look up the possible causes in the following tables and, if necessary, report the details to Hamamatsu subsidiary or local distributor. 13-1 IMAGES NOT TRANSFERRED Cause Measure Chapter Cables not fully connected...

  • Page 45: Specification

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 14. SPECIFICATION 14-1 CAMERA SPECIFICATION (1) Electrical specification Imaging device Progressive scan inline CCD solid-state imaging device Effective number of pixels 1344 × 1024 Cell size 4.65 µm × 4.65 µm (Square format) Effective area 6.25 mm × 4.76 mm...

  • Page 46: Spectral Response Characteristics

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 14-2 SPECTRAL RESPONSE CHARACTERISTICS Following is the typical spectral characteristics of the CCD. 1000 Wavelength(nm) Figure 14-1...

  • Page 47: Interface Spesification

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 14-3 INTERFACE SPESIFICATION 14-3-1 CAMERALINK INTERFACE CameraLink interface is a standard of a digital interface for industrial application standardized by digital camera manufactures and frame grabber board manufactures. 28 bits digital data (TX0 to TX27) can be transferred as being changed into 5 signals (X0 to X3 and XCLK) by parallel serial transformation.

  • Page 48: Timing I/O Interface

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 (2) CameraLink bit assignments 28 bit Solution 28 bit Solution Input Signal Name Input Signal Name Pin Name Pin Name TX14 TX15 TX16 TX17 TX18 TX19 TX20 TX21 TX22 DB10 TX23 Spare TX10 TX24 LVAL TX11...

  • Page 49: Image Data Output Timing Specification

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 14-4 IMAGE DATA OUTPUT TIMING SPECIFICATION (1) Line timing (LVAL) The following is the relationship the line valid timing signal (LVAL) and the data valid signal (DVAL). LVAL DVAL Digital data output Scan mode pixel number...

  • Page 50: Dimensional Outline

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 15. DIMENSIONAL OUTLINE 15-1 CAMERA HEAD (Unit: mm) ±1 1-32UN C-MOUNT ±1 17.5 1/4-20UNC, D=8 2-M3P0.5, D=8...

  • Page 51: Camera Control Unit

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 15-2 CAMERA CONTROL UNIT (Unit: mm) ±1 ±2 C8484 DIGITAL CAMERA SERIAL I/F D I G I T A L O U T TIMING I//O POWER ±1 ±1 ±0.5 2-M3, D=8 1/4-20UNC, D=8...

  • Page 52: Warranty

    C8484-16C Instruction manual Ver.1.5 16. WARRANTY Hamamatsu Photonics have fully inspected this camera and checked that its performance conforms to specifications. In the unlikely event of breakdown or other malfunction, contact Hamamatsu subsidiary or local distributor. (1) Unless otherwise stated by Hamamatsu subsidiary or local distributor, this system is under warranty for 24 months from the delivery date.

  • Page 53: Contact Information

    ● The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. ● The unauthorized reproduction or distribution of part or all of this manual is prohibited. ● If one of the following problems occurs, contact Hamamatsu Photonics. (See the Contact Information.) We will deal with the problem immediately.

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