Mako G at a glance Mako G at a glance Mako G cameras have a GigE compliant port and work with Gigabit Ethernet hardware and cable lengths up to 100 meters. Mako G cameras are GigE Vision V1.2 and GenICam SFNC V1.2.1 compliant. Applied standards GigE Vision®...
Document history and conventions This chapter includes: • Document history • Layout styles and symbols used in this manual • Product naming • Abbreviations and acronyms used in this manual Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
Document history and conventions Document history Version Date Remarks V2.0.0 2013-Aug-30 New manual release status V2.0.1 2013-Sep-11 Added table of contents Added camera cleaning chapter Updated the specifications for Mako G-223 and G-419 series V2.0.2 2013-Sep-16 Updated the frame rate information for Mako G-223 and G-419 series in the Specifications chapter Updated introduction to include link to Mako G documentation webpage Updated Status LEDs section...
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Document history and conventions Version Date Remarks V3.0.0 2015-Jan-15 Initial commercial release: Mako G-030B and G-030C • CMOSIS/ams CMV300 CMOS sensor • Specifications, absolute QE, ROI frame rate information, camera lens information, and data path Initial commercial release: Mako G-131B and G-131C •...
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Document history and conventions Version Date Remarks V4.0.0 2015-Nov-24 Changed the technical manual layout Changed chapter name from Camera data path to Image data flow Changed chapter name from Camera dimensions to Mechanical dimensions Merged the Resolution and ROI frame rate chapter of V3.2.0 into Specifications chapter Added Mako G at a glance section Added General safety notes section...
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Document history and conventions Version Date Remarks V4.1.0 2016-Oct-12 Initial commercial release: Mako G-507B and G-507C • Sony IMX264 CMOS sensor • Specifications, absolute QE, spectral response, ROI frame rate information, camera lens information, and data path Added a tripod adapter warning message Updated absolute QE plots for models with Sony sensors Added spectral response plots for models with Sony sensors Added optical filter information to specification tables...
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Document history and conventions Version Date Remarks V4.3.2 2017-Jul-31 Mako G-223 and G-419: Removed RGBA8Packed & BGRA8Packed pixel formats Mako G-234: Added Mono12 and Mono12Packed Corrected user trigger pulse statement Updated camera images to reflect the new black powder coating housing. For more information, see PCN-2017-03-05 CMOSIS renamed to CMOSIS/ams following the acquisition of CMOSIS by ams Sensors Belgium...
Document history and conventions Manual conventions To give this manual an easily understood layout and to emphasize important information, the following typographical styles and symbols that are used. Styles Style Function Example Bold Program names, UI elements, highlighting bold important things Italics Publication names, UI non-interactive elements Italics Input...
Document history and conventions Further information available online This symbol highlights URLs for further information. The URL itself is shown in blue. Example: https://www.alliedvision.com Product naming Names of third-party products in this document are shortened to ease reading. Nevertheless, we respect all manufacturer rights and trademarks. Official product name Naming in this document Manufacturer website...
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Document history and conventions Acronym or Abbreviation Description H × V Horizontal × Vertical (sensor resolution measurement) Hertz Input/Output kΩ Kiloohm Look-up Table Milliampere Megabyte Mbps Megabits per second Megapixel MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet Near-Infrared Nanometer Nanosecond Power over Ethernet Pounds per square inch (atmospheric pressure) Quantum efficiency RoHS...
Compliance and intended use § This chapter includes: • Information about the legal requirements and restrictions for Mako G cameras based on current and relevant regulations • Particular emphasis has been given to Europe, the U.S., and Canada • Intended use statements Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
Compliance and intended use Compliance notifications For customers in Europe Allied Vision has demonstrated the fulfillment of the requirements relating to the Mako G camera family: • Directive 2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic compatibility) • Directive 2011/65/EU, including amendment 2015/863/EU (RoHS) • Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) For customers in the U.S.
Compliance and intended use Avoid electromagnetic interferences For all power and interface connections, only use shielded cables or cables recommended by Allied Vision. Camera applications and intended use General use • The user is responsible for operating the camera within the specifications that are defined in this document, and within appropriate environmental conditions and technical prerequisites, to ensure trouble-free camera operation.
Compliance and intended use Copyright and trademarks All text, pictures, and graphics are protected by copyright and other laws protecting intellectual property. All content is subject to change without notice. All trademarks, logos, and brands cited in this document are property and/or copyright material of their respective owners.
Installation and hardware This chapter describes the components required for your vision system including configuring the host computer, network interface card settings, and connecting your Mako G camera. Mako Technical Manual V4.4.0 Page 21...
Installation and hardware Precautions Electrical connections NOTICE The phenomenon is commonly known: when walking on a carpet, we get charged. Touching a door handle, we get an electric shock. ESD is dangerous for electronic devices, especially when tools or hands get in contact with connectors. We recommend measures to avoid damage by ESD: •...
Installation and hardware NOTICE Heat dissipation Operation outside the allowed temperature range can damage the camera. For best performance and to protect the camera from damage, keep the housing temperature in the specified operating temperature range. Housing temperature of the camera increases during power-up and initial operation. This temperature later stabilizes.
Installation and hardware NOTICE Lenses Provide the following conditions to keep dirt and droplets out of the optical system of camera and lens: • Dust-free environment • Low relative humidity • No condensation To keep dirt out of the lens mount, hold the camera with the lens mount facing the ground.
Installation and hardware Select the Search automatically for updated driver software or Browse my computer for driver software. Click Close after the driver has been installed. Optional: Modifying network interface card IP address After initial network interface card hardware installation, connect the network interface card directly to the camera.
Installation and hardware Network interface card For desktop systems, use a PCI Express bus network interface card. For laptops, use an expansion slot via an ExpressCard®. A list of recommended network interface cards is available on the Allied Vision website. See the Hardware Selection for Allied Vision GigE Cameras application note: https://www.alliedvision.com/en/support/technical-papers-knowledge- base.html...
Installation and hardware Optics Mako G cameras are offered with the following lens mounts: C-Mount, CS-Mount, or M12-Mount. Lenses can be purchased directly from Allied Vision or from an Allied Vision distributor. Users need to select the desired focal length of the lens and appropriate optical format for the target camera model.
Installation and hardware Downloading camera drivers Allied Vision GigE cameras work with the following software options. Vimba Viewer or Vimba SDK: https://www.alliedvision.com/en/products/software Third-party software solutions: https://www.alliedvision.com/en/products/software/third-party-libraries.html Powering up the camera A camera power adapter for Mako G cameras is available from Allied Vision. See Specifications chapter for connector definition and voltage specifications.
Installation and hardware • Documentation and release notes • Viewer application to operate/configure the cameras Vimba Viewer documentation Vimba Viewer documentation is included with the software download. After Vimba Viewer is installed on your host computer, documentation is located under \Program Files\Allied Vision\Vimba.
Specifications This chapter provides: • Technical specifications • Absolute QE plots • Spectral response plots • ROI frame rate • Comparison of feature availability in Mako G camera models Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
Specifications Notes on specifications Dimensions and mass The dimensions listed in the following tables are for Mako G standard housing models. Dimensions include connectors but not the tripod and lens. The mass listed in the following table are for Mako G standard housing models. Mass does not include the tripod and lens.
Specifications Resolution and ROI frame rate ROI frame rate is listed after the specification table. The resulting frame rate from changing sensor height from full image to a single line. Unless otherwise noted, sensors do not give an increase in readout speed with a reduction in width. Resolution and ROI measurements •...
Specifications ON Semi CCD and CMOS sensors, CMOSIS/ams and Teledyne e2v CMOS sensors The curve in the absolute QE plots shown in this chapter is from the sensor manufacturer data sheet. The information was correct at the time of publishing. Wavelength The wavelength range in the absolute QE plots reflects the information available in the sensor manufacturer data sheet at the time of publishing.
Frame valid state: sensor is reading out and camera is busy. If next frame is requested by an external trigger in this state, higher latency may occur as compared to the Idle state. Table 7: Mako G-030B, G-030C model specifications Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
With protection glass or filters, quantum efficiency (QE) decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE is +/ 10.25%. The values are typical and are subject to minor variations. 1100 Wavelength [nm] Figure 1: Mako G-030B, G-030C (CMOSIS/ams CMV300) absolute QE Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
Specifications ROI frame rate Max. frame rate ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ - 204 µs 6.25 µs ROI height Maximum frame rate at full resolution according to formula: 309 fps 4000 Height [pixels] Figure 2: Mako G-030 frame rate as a function of ROI height Height (pixels) Frame rate Height (pixels)
Specifications Mako G-032B, G-032C Specification Feature Mako G-032B Mako G-032C Resolution 658 (H) × 492 (V) 0.3 MP Sensor Sony ICX424AL with HAD CCD™ Sony ICX424AQ with Wfine technology HADCCD™ technology Sensor type Interline CCD, Progressive Scan Shutter type Global Sensor format Type 1/3 Sensor size...
Specifications Absolute QE Red QE Green QE Blue QE Monochrome QE Sony ICX424 absolute QE All measurements were done without protection glass or IR cut filter. With protection glass or filters, quantum efficiency (QE) decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE is +/ 10.25%. The values are typical and are subject to minor variations.
Specifications ROI frame rate Max. frame rate --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - – 19.46 µs ROI height 2.29 µs 492 ROI height 195.81 µs Maximum frame rate at full resolution according to formula: 102.3 fps Height [pixels] Figure 5: Mako G-032 frame rate as a function of ROI height Height (pixels) Frame rate Height (pixels)
Specifications Mako G-040B, G-040C Specification Feature Mako G-040B Mako G-040C Resolution 728 (H) × 544 (V) 0.40 MP Sensor Sony IMX287LLR Exmor with Pregius® Sony IMX287LQR Exmor with global shutter technology Pregius® global shutter technology Type CMOS Shutter type Global Sensor format Type 1/2.9 Sensor size...
Specifications Absolute QE Red QE Green QE Blue QE Monochrome QE Sony IMX287 absolute QE plot All measurements were done without protection glass or IR cut filter. With protection glass or filters, quantum efficiency (QE) decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE is +/ 10.25%. The values are typical and are subject to minor variations.
Specifications Mako G-125B, G-125C Specification Feature Mako G-125B Mako G-125C Resolution 1292 (H) × 964 (V) 1.2 MP Sensor Sony ICX445ALA with EXview HAD Sony ICX445AQA with EXview HAD CCD™ technology CCD™ technology Sensor type Interline CCD, Progressive Scan Shutter type Global Sensor format Type 1/3...
Specifications Absolute QE Red QE Green QE Blue QE Monochrome QE Sony ICX445 absolute QE All measurements were done without protection glass or IR cut filter. With protection glass or filters, quantum efficiency (QE) decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE is +/ 10.25%. The values are typical and are subject to minor variations.
Specifications ROI frame rate Max. frame rate -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - – 34.01 µs ROI height 3.09 µs 964 ROI height 176.42 µs Maximum frame rate at full resolution according to formula: 30.3 fps 1000 Height [pixels] Figure 11: Mako G-125 frame rate as a function of ROI height Height (pixels) Frame rate Height (pixels)
Specifications Absolute QE Red QE Green QE Blue QE Monochrome QE Teledyne e2v EV76C560 absolute QE All measurements were done without protection glass or IR cut filter. With protection glass or filters, quantum efficiency (QE) decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE is +/ 10.25%. The values are typical and are subject to minor variations.
Specifications ROI frame rate 2000 1050 Height [pixels] Figure 13: Mako G-131 frame rate as a function of ROI height Height (pixels) Frame rate Height (pixels) Frame rate 1024 1295 1798 Width = 1280 pixels Table 16: Mako G-131 frame rate as a function of ROI height There is an increase in frame rate with reduced width if the camera is bandwidth limited.
Specifications Mako G-158B, G-158C Specification Feature Mako G-158B Mako G-158C Resolution 1456 (H) × 1088 (V) 1.58 MP Sensor Sony IMX273LLR Exmor with Pregius® Sony IMX273LQR Exmor with global shutter technology Pregius® global shutter technology Type CMOS Shutter type Global Sensor format Type 1/2.9 Sensor size...
Specifications Absolute QE Red QE Green QE Blue QE Monochrome QE Sony IMX273 absolute QE plot All measurements were done without protection glass or IR cut filter. With protection glass or filters, quantum efficiency (QE) decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE is +/ 10.25%. The values are typical and are subject to minor variations.
Specifications Absolute QE Red QE Green QE Blue QE Monochrome QE Teledyne e2v EV76C570 absolute QE All measurements were done without protection glass or IR cut filter. With protection glass or filters, quantum efficiency (QE) decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE is +/ 10.25%. The values are typical and are subject to minor variations.
Specifications ROI frame rate 2000 1000 1200 Height [pixels] Figure 18: Mako G-192 frame rate as a function of ROI height Height (pixels) Frame rate Height (pixels) Frame rate 1200 1024 1470 2042 Width = 1600 pixels Table 20: Mako G-192 frame rate as a function of ROI height There is an increase in frame rate with reduced width if the camera is bandwidth limited.
Specifications Absolute QE Red QE Green QE Blue QE Monochrome QE CMOSIS/ams CMV2000 absolute QE All measurements were done without protection glass or IR cut filter. With protection glass or filters, quantum efficiency (QE) decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE is +/ 10.25%. The values are typical and are subject to minor variations.
Specifications Mako G-234B, G-234C Specification Feature Mako G-234B Mako G-234C Resolution 1936 (H) × 1216 (V) 2.35 MP Sensor Sony IMX249LLJ Exmor with Sony IMX249LQJ Exmor with Pregius® global Pregius® global shutter technology shutter technology Sensor type CMOS Shutter type Global Sensor format Type 1/1.2...
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Specifications Specification Feature Mako G-234B Mako G-234C Decimation Horizontal and Vertical: 1, 2, 4, 8 factor Power consumption 2.4 W at 12 VDC; 2.8 W PoE Pixel format Value Trigger latency Mono8, BayerRG8, BayerRG12, 57.6 μs (10-bit), 73.92 μs (12-bit) BayerRG12Packed, YUV411Packed, YUV422Packed RGB8Packed, BGR8Packed,...
Specifications Absolute QE Red QE Green QE Blue QE Monochrome QE Sony IMX249 absolute QE All measurements were done without protection glass or IR cut filter. With protection glass or filters, quantum efficiency (QE) decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE is +/ 10.25%. The values are typical and are subject to minor variations.
Specifications Mako G-319B, G-319C Specification Feature Mako G-319B Mako G-319C Resolution 2064 (H) × 1544 (V) 3.2 MP Sensor Sony IMX265LLR Exmor with Sony IMX265LQR Exmor with Pregius® global shutter technology Pregius® global shutter technology Type CMOS Shutter type Global Sensor format Type 1/1.8 Sensor size...
Specifications Absolute QE Red QE Green QE Blue QE Monochrome QE Sony IMX265 absolute QE plot All measurements were done without protection glass or IR cut filter. With protection glass or filters, quantum efficiency (QE) decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE is +/ 10.25%. The values are typical and are subject to minor variations.
Specifications Absolute QE Green Blue Monochrome QE CMOSIS/ams CMV4000 absolute QE All measurements were done without protection glass or IR cut filter. With protection glass or filters, quantum efficiency (QE) decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE is +/ 10.25%. The values are typical and are subject to minor variations.
Specifications Specification Feature Mako G-503B Mako G-503C Idle state: ±18.4 µs; Frame valid state: ±18.4 µs Trigger jitter For more information on Chief Ray Angle, contact the sensor manufacturer. These exposure time control values are only valid with factory default settings. Exposure time control values vary depending upon pixel format and width.
Specifications ROI frame rate 1100 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 Height [pixels] Figure 33: Mako G-503 frame rate as a function of ROI height Height (pixels) Frame rate Height (pixels) Frame rate 1944 1200 1080 1024 1055 Width = 2592 pixels Table 31: Mako G-503 frame rate as a function of ROI height There is an increase in frame rate with reduced width if the camera is bandwidth limited.
Specifications Mako G-507B, G-507C Specification Feature Mako G-507B Mako G-507C Resolution 2464 (H) × 2056 (V) 5.1 MP Sensor Sony IMX264LLR Exmor with Pregius® Sony IMX264LQR Exmor with global shutter technology Pregius® global shutter technology Type CMOS Shutter type Global Sensor format Type 2/3 Sensor size...
Specifications Absolute QE Red QE Green QE Blue QE Monochrome QE Sony IMX264 absolute QE plot All measurements were done without protection glass or IR cut filter. With protection glass or filters, quantum efficiency (QE) decreases by approximately 10%. The uncertainty in measurement of the QE is +/ 10.25%. The values are typical and are subject to minor variations.
Specifications Camera feature comparison Mako G cameras support a number of standard and extended features. The following table identifies a selection of capabilities and compares the availability of features in Mako G camera models. Camera feature references A complete listing of camera features, including feature definitions can be found online: •...
Mechanical dimensions This chapter includes: • Mechanical drawing and dimensions of standard housing model and tripod adapter • Sensor position accuracy • Maximum protrusion distance and filter diameter for C-Mount and CS-Mount Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
Mechanical dimensions Mako G standard housing M3 - 2.3 (3x) 23.7 M2 - 2.2 (4x) 16.5 60.5 29.2 54.7 22.6 C-Mount 10.4 M2 - 4.5 (2x) 40.5 12.2 M3 - 2.3 (2x) Figure 37: Mako G standard housing dimensions (including connectors) STEP file available online The STEP files for the Mako G with C-Mount and CS-Mount are available at: https://www.alliedvision.com/en/support/technical-documentation/mako-g-...
Mechanical dimensions Tripod adapter This tripod adapter (Allied Vision order number 4807) can be used for all Mako G cameras with the standard housing. 29.7 23.7 R2.5 (4x) 3.4 (3x) 10.9 R3 (4x) 0.2 x 45° 0.5 x 45° (2x) UNC 1/4"-20 Figure 38: Tripod adapter dimensions (in mm) Avoid damage to the camera by using inappropriate accessories...
Mechanical dimensions Sensor position accuracy Camera body Camera body Pixel area Pixel area Sensor case Sensor case Figure 39: Sensor position accuracy Unless stated otherwise, the following values are applicable: Criteria Subject Properties Alignment method Optical alignment of photo sensitive sensor area into camera front module (lens mount front flange).
Mechanical dimensions Cross section: C-Mount and CS-Mount All standard color Mako G cameras are equipped with a Hoya C-5000 IR cut filter with a 22 mm diameter. Standard monochrome and NIR Mako G cameras are not equipped with any optical filter. Optical filter options Allied Vision offers several optical filter options for both monochrome, near infrared, and color Mako G cameras.
Mechanical dimensions Adjusting C-Mount and CS-Mount The dimensional adjustment cannot be done by the customer. All modifications have to be done by Allied Vision. Dimensional mount adjustment If you need any mount related adjustments, contact Allied Vision. Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
Filter and lenses This chapter includes information on: • Suitable lens formats for Mako G camera models • Standard IR cut filter and its transmission characteristics Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
295 × 221 mm 25 mm 91 × 68 mm 187 × 140 mm 50 mm 43 × 32 mm 91 × 68 mm Table 36: Mako G-030B, G-030C focal length vs. field of view Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
Filter and lenses Mako G-032B, G-032C Field of view Focal length Distance = 500 mm Distance = 1000 mm 4.0 mm 608 × 446 mm 1220 × 896 mm 4.8 mm 506 × 371 mm 1016 × 746 mm 8 mm 301 ×...
Filter and lenses Mako G-131B, G-131C Field of view Focal length Distance = 500 mm Distance = 1000 mm 4.5 mm 760 × 606 mm 1526 × 1217 mm 6 mm 568 × 453 mm 1143 × 911 mm 10 mm 338 ×...
Filter and lenses Mako G-192B, G-192C Field of view Focal length Distance = 500 mm Distance = 1000 mm 4.5 mm 793 × 595 mm 1593 × 1195 mm 6 mm 593 × 445 mm 1193 × 895 mm 10 mm 353 ×...
Filter and lenses Mako G-234B, G-234C Field of view Focal length Distance = 500 mm Distance = 1000 mm 12 mm 461 × 290 mm 933 × 586 mm 16 mm 343 × 215 mm 697 × 438 mm 25 mm 215 ×...
Filter and lenses Mako G-419B, G-419B NIR, G-419C Field of view Focal length Distance = 500 mm Distance = 1000 mm 8 mm 692 × 692mm 1396 × 1396 mm 10 mm 552 × 552 mm 1114 × 1114 mm 12 mm 458 ×...
Filter and lenses Mako G-507B, G-507C Field of view Focal length Distance = 500 mm Distance = 1000 mm 5 mm 842 × 703 mm 1692 × 1413 mm 8 mm 526 × 437 mm 1054 × 880 mm 10 mm 417 ×...
Camera interfaces This chapter includes: • A general description of the inputs and outputs (including trigger features) • I/O connector pin assignments • I/O block diagrams • A general description of trigger rules including a timing diagram and definitions Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
Camera interfaces Back panel Figure 44: Rear view of Mako G camera Gigabit Ethernet port LED 1 (orange) LED 2 (green) Hirose I/O port Status LEDs The following tables describe the status LEDs of Mako G cameras. LED 1 color Status Solid orange Ethernet link established...
Camera interfaces Gigabit Ethernet port The Gigabit Ethernet port conforms to the IEEE 802.3 1000BASE-T standard for Gigabit Ethernet over copper. To prevent electromagnetic interference (EMI) and for best performance, Category 6 (or higher) cables with S/STP shielding and connectors are recommended. Applications with longer cable lengths or harsh EMI conditions require Category 7 (or higher) cables.
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Camera interfaces Camera side Hirose HR25-7TR-8PA(73) connector I/O cable Signal Direction Level Description color code Out 1 Open emitter, maximum 20 mA Opto-isolated output 1 Yellow dot Out 2 Open emitter, maximum 20 mA Opto-isolated output 2 Yellow dot Black Out 3 Open emitter, maximum 20 mA Opto-isolated output 3...
Camera interfaces Input block diagram External Internal 180R Isolated In GND Figure 46: Input block diagram The input can be connected directly to the system for voltages up to 24 VDC. An external resistor is not necessary. Cycle delay Parameter Value (low) 0 to 1.0 V...
Camera interfaces Output block diagram Internal External Isolated Out Power Out1 Out2 Out3 Figure 48: Output block diagram NOTICE Output and isolated out power • Maximum 20 mA per output • Isolated out power > 30 V may damage the camera Isolated Out Power Resistor value 1.0 k...
Camera interfaces Output switching times Optocoupler input (internal) Optocoupler output (external) 100% storage rise fall (= t t (= t turn-on turn- Figure 49: Output switching times Parameter and value 1 µs 26 µs 1 µs 21 µs ...
Camera interfaces Input block diagram Polarity selectable via so ware Input signal LP lter Optocoupler Input state Figure 50: Input block diagram Output signals Output signals are configured by software. Any signal can be placed on any output. The main output signals are described in the following table. Signal Description Configured to be a general purpose output, control is assigned to...
Camera interfaces Output block diagram Output mode selectable via so ware Polarity selectable via so ware Acquisi onTriggerReady FrameTriggerReady Read from so ware FrameTrigger Exposing FrameReadout Output signal Acquiring Optocoupler SyncIn1 Strobe1 Figure 51: Output block diagram Trigger timing diagram The following diagram explains the general trigger concept.
Camera interfaces Readout me Trigger latency Registered Exposure start delay exposure me User trigger Note: Ji er at the beginning Logic trigger of an exposure has no e ect on the length of exposure. Exposure N+ 1 Trigger ji er Readout N+ 1 Interline me...
Camera interfaces Trigger rules Overlapping exposure and readout (Mako G-131 and G-192) The Teledyne e2v sensor does not support overlapped exposure and readout in hardware trigger mode or in global reset mode. • The user trigger pulse width should be at least 6 μs. •...
Image data flow Camera feature references A complete listing of camera features, including feature definitions can be found online: • Vimba and third-party users: GigE Features Reference • PvAPI users: GigE Camera and Driver Attributes document https://www.alliedvision.com/en/products/cameras.html Mako G models with CCD sensors Mako G-030 Decimation Reverse X/Y...
Image data flow Mako G-032, G-125 CCD Sensor Vertical Binning Vertical ROI Gain Offset Analog Analog Analog Analog Histogram Calculation Horizontal Gamma White balance Horizontal ROI Binning 12 bit 12 bit 12 bit 12 bit 8 bits per color 8 bits per color Bayer Hue, Saturation, Color Look up Table...
Image data flow Mako G-131, G-192 Reverse X/Y Gain Offset CCD Sensor Analog Analog Analog Analog Internal sensor components Histogram Calculation White Decimation Binning Gamma Defect Mask balance 10 bit 10 bit 10 bit 10 bit 10 bit 8 bits per color 8 bits per color Bayer Hue, Saturation, Color...
Image data flow Mako G models with CMOS sensors Mako G-223, G-419 Sensor System Sensor System CMOS Sensor Vertical ROI Offset Gain Offset Analog Analog Analog Analog Internal sensor components Histogram Calculation White Horizontal Gain Gamma Defect Mask balance 12 bit 12 bit 12 bit 12 bit...
Image data flow Mako G-040, G-158, G-234, G-319, G-507 Reverse X/Y CMOS Sensor Vertical ROI Gain Offset Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Internal sensor components Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Binning White balance Horizontal ROI Decimation Decimation Binning 12 bit 12 bit 12 bit 12 bit 12 bit...
Image data flow Mako G-503 CMOS Sensor Reverse X/Y Gain Offset Analog Analog Analog Analog Internal sensor components Histogram Calculation White Gamma Defect Mask Decimation Binning balance 12 bit 12 bit 12 bit 12 bit 12 bit 8 bits per color 8 bits per color Bayer Hue, Saturation, Color...
Cleaning optical components This chapter describes safety instructions and cautions for cleaning lenses, optical filters, and sensors. Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
Cleaning optical components Important instructions to be read first Read these instructions before you contact Allied Vision or your Allied Vision distribution partner for assistance. Contact Allied Vision or your Allied Vision distribution partner if you are not familiar with the procedures described in this chapter. NOTICE Monochrome and NIR models As monochrome and NIR models do not have an optical filter, always attach a dust...
Cleaning optical components Keeping optical components clean The best way to ensure the camera remains clean is to avoid penetration of foreign substances into the camera. When screwing or unscrewing the camera lens or dust cap, hold the camera with the C-Mount or CS-Mount opening towards the floor.
Cleaning optical components Locating impurities Before you dismount the lens you should find out if the impurity is on the optical filter, lens, or sensor. Start acquiring a uniform image (for example a white sheet of paper) with the camera. To identify the affected surface, move the suspected optical component and see if the contamination follows this movement.
Cleaning optical components For other Mako G cameras, see the following table. Serial Filter glass Model Removal tool Pin distance number diameter Mako G-507C ≥ 536883430 22 mm E9020001 21 mm < 536883430 16 mm E9020001 21 mm < 536883430 22 mm 3581 22 mm...
Cleaning optical components Cleaning Instructions Workplace conditions • Perform all cleaning operations (lenses, optical filter, and sensor) in a dust-free clean-room. • Avoid touching the optical components with your fingers or any hard material. • Nitrile cleanroom gloves or powder free latex gloves are recommended to maintain low particulate levels.
Cleaning optical components Cleaning with compressed air Allied Vision does not recommend cleaning Mako G cameras with compressed air. Figure 56: Do not use compressed air NOTICE Possible material damage • Compressed air at high pressure and/or shorter operating distances may push dust into the camera or lens and physically damage the camera, sensor, or optical components.
Firmware update This chapter includes instruction on how to update the firmware on your Mako G camera. Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
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Firmware update Download the latest GigE firmware loader from the Allied Vision website: https://www.alliedvision.com/en/support/firmware Saved camera user sets If new firmware contains a new feature or control, saved camera UserSets/ ConfigFiles are invalidated and erased! Before loading new firmware, backup your current camera settings. Vimba Viewer: select the Save Camera Settings icon from the Cameras window to export the camera settings file (XML) to the host computer.
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Firmware update Click Next. The Firmware Loader displays a list of firmware included in the package Click Next. You can select your camera model on this page. Recovery Mode Select the Use recovery mode checkbox if the connected GigE camera is not found by the firmware loader, or if the GigE camera is listed as unavailable.
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Firmware update Click Next. Click Upload to start the update. The existing firmware is erased and the new firmware is updated to the camera. Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
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Firmware update The Firmware Loader displays a success status upon completion. Click Quit to exit the loader. Power cycle after upgrade or downgrade You should always power cycle the camera after a firmware upgrade or downgrade. Mako G Technical Manual V4.4.0...
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