Sony’s Next-Generation Smart Cameras for Machine
Vision and Surveillance Applications — Now in Color!
Sony is expanding its Smart Camera lineup with the introduction of four new cameras to its XCI Series –
offering users a choice of VGA or SXGA resolution in either monochrome or color.
The XCI-SX100/XP and XCI-SX100 C/XP cameras are equipped with a 1/3-type progressive scan CCD that
achieves outstanding picture quality and high-resolution SXGA images (1280 x 960) at 30 fps. The XCI-V100/XP
and XCI-V100 C/XP
employs a 1/3-type progressive scan CCD that captures clear images in VGA resolution
(640 x 480) at a frame rate of up to 90 fps.
Compared to previous models, these smart cameras are equipped with enhanced processing power
(x86-compatible 1GHz, VIA Eden ULV), built-in Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XPe operating system, and a highly capable
512MB of SDRAM memory. They achieve high-speed processing with low power consumption, and also offer
high-speed network operation up to 1000Base-T. In addition, these unique cameras are equipped with various
interfaces, including: two USB 2.0 ports, Gigabit Ethernet I/F to enable wideband transmission, monitor output,
serial interface (RS-232C), trigger input, and exposure output. They also employ Field-Programmable Gate Array
(FPGA) as an additional processing device, which enables easy customization for system designers via
programmable blocks.
And when applications call for precise color monitoring, the XCI-SX100C/XP and XCI-V100C/XP color cameras
are ideal. Combining high-quality image processing within the camera, direct data transfer via a network,
and the ability to control peripheral devices, these Smart Cameras offer a perfect solution for machine vision
applications.
They are also an excellent choice for high-end security monitoring of parking lots, shopping centers, and train
stations since they are equipped with several key surveillance features, including: support CS mount lenses,
mounted Auto Iris interface, AWB, AGC, and Wide-D images. Sony’s next-generation Smart Cameras are ideal for
traffi c control, security, pharmaceutical, food and beverage inspection, as well as traditional machine vision
applications.
Features
High-performance Processor
•
x86-compatible CPU (1GHz, VIA Eden ULV)
MMX, SSE, SSE2, and SSE3 compatibility
Low power consumption
•
512 MB main memory (DDR2 SDRAM)
Various Interfaces
•
Easy and direct monitor output (D-sub 15-pin)
•
High-speed network connectivity, up to 1000Base-T
• USB 2.0 interface
• Two USB ports allow users to control the camera via a
mouse and/or keyboard
•
Auto Iris control, convenient for a wide range of
security applications
•
Digital Input/Output and RS-232C allow cameras to
connect with external equipment, such as sensors,
strobe lights, and Programmable Logic Controllers
(PLC)
Monitor
PLC
(Programmable
Logic Controller)
Network
USB Keyboard
USB Memory
USB Mouse
Rear Panel
PC
PC
Auto Iris Lens
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