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We would like to introduce our compact ToF camera development kit that utilizes "Time-of-Flight" technology, suitable for those who want to measure distances up to several meters without requiring the precision of light cutting while maintaining real-time capabilities! ▼What is a ToF camera?▼ A ToF camera measures distance based on the time it takes for light emitted from a specific light source to reflect off an object and reach the image sensor. It calculates the distance to the object pixel by pixel using an FPGA and outputs it in sync with a color image. Since the light source is located on the camera side, it can be used in indoor environments or warehouses where sufficient lighting is not available. Although the accuracy is lower compared to light cutting, it offers high real-time performance and achieves improved accuracy on curved surfaces with less parallax compared to stereo systems. It can be applied in various fields such as construction and logistics robots, AGVs, medical and caregiving settings, object recognition in dark environments, and hand gesture input. ■ Sample programs are available, including ROS drivers and point cloud processing. (Source: GitHub) ■ Seamless distance measurement from Near to Far (30cm to 5m) (Wide range mode) The mode switch also supports closer proximity (Super Near mode: 15cm to 70cm).

With the diversification of product needs in the market, there is a demand for inspection equipment and devices to diversify specifications, improve productivity, and shorten delivery times, in order to achieve labor-saving, reduce manpower, enhance productivity, and increase quality value by reducing human errors. In addition to ensuring the accuracy of inspections, the miniaturization of IC products in recent years has led to higher resolution images being used for inspections, making the improvement of inspection speed and accuracy one of the challenges. CIS Corporation offers a wide range of industrial cameras that can meet diverse needs, supporting high resolution and high-speed capture. We can propose the most suitable products for various applications, including inspections in semiconductor manufacturing processes such as wafer, wire bonding, and packaging, as well as electronic circuit board appearance inspection (AOI), solder paste inspection (SPI), panel inspection, LED inspection, and electronic device inspection.

VR (Virtual Reality) and AR (Augmented Reality) are expected to play an increasingly important role as communication tools in the future. However, producing content for these technologies requires multiple cameras. CIS proposes a multi-camera system that connects several CoaXPress compact cameras to a single frame grabber board. ★ Up to 40 cameras can be connected to one PC! (This is the maximum number of connections when using five 8-channel frame grabber boards.) ★ By using cameras that adopt CoaXPress for the interface, data transfer, camera control, and power supply can be achieved with one coaxial cable per camera, contributing to space and cost savings! ★ Achieving high pixel count and high frame rates With CoaXPress output, the fastest speed is 587 fps (VCC-VCXP5).

We offer products suitable for customers in industries such as electronics, who conduct inspections of semiconductors and small electronic components. Our solutions ensure that even minute scratches and defects, which can only be detected with high-resolution cameras, are not overlooked, preventing the production of defective products. Additionally, our products can be utilized for archiving national treasures and artworks, as well as for digitization purposes. The interfaces we use include Camera Link, designed for industrial cameras, which offers exceptional reliability and stability, and CoaXPress, which enables high-speed image transmission with a simple system configuration. **Features of Camera Link I/F:** - Capable of transmitting data at 255 Mbps with one cable and 850 Mbps with two cables without delay. - When supporting PoCL, power can be supplied from the frame grabber to the camera via the Camera Link cable. - Connectors and cables are standardized, making them easy to obtain and handle. **Features of CoaXPress I/F:** - High data rates ranging from 6.25 Gbps to 25 Gbps. - Real-time trigger operation is possible. - Long-distance transmission of over 100 meters is achievable. - Highly flexible cables provide excellent usability. - High-precision imaging is possible in limited spaces. - Supports PoCXP.

A super compact FULL HD color camera measuring 29×29×77mm, using a 1/1.8-type global shutter CMOS image sensor. - Utilizes our proprietary image processing technology "Clairvu" to achieve high image quality. - GenLock compatible (3-value analog signal or black burst) - Camera control is possible via RS-232C. - By connecting an optional remote control, camera settings can be adjusted via OSD (on-screen display). - RoHS2 compliant. 【Features of ISP Algorithm "Clairvu"】 ■ High image quality comparable to RAW development software High resolution, low false color, low noise color interpolation processing ■ High precision color correction Applies the optimal color correction matrix according to the area in the color space ■ Automatic exposure control Controls iris, gain, and shutter speed based on luminance information detected by the ISP ■ Autofocus Strong autofocus that minimizes noise influence, effective in low light conditions and on the telephoto side of zoom lenses ■ Auto white balance Equipped with an algorithm that estimates the color of the light source and automatically adjusts the white balance more accurately.

This system uses an 8-channel compatible CoaXPress standard board, allowing for a maximum of 8 cameras (1 lane) for VGA to 5M cameras, and up to 2 cameras (or 4 cameras) for 12 to 120M cameras (2 lanes/4 lanes). It also supports various combinations of low-resolution and high-resolution cameras, enabling diverse connections. Depending on the number of boards and PCs, even more cameras can be connected, making it suitable for image processing with numerous cameras, as well as for VR and AR data production. Cameras can be installed at various angles to capture three-dimensional images, and large subjects can be photographed all at once, expanding the range of applications. 【Features】 ■ Real-time trigger operation is possible ■ Long-distance transmission of over 100m is also acceptable ■ Highly flexible cables provide excellent usability ■ Excellent specifications for capturing high-precision images in limited spaces ■ Reduces costs by minimizing the number of boards and cables ★ We are currently offering a document titled "The Basics of Multi-Camera Systems," which introduces how to utilize this system and showcases the actual dynamic exhibition of a multi-camera system in 2018. Please refer to it along with the catalog.

By combining the Entaniya Fisheye HAL 200/250 series wide-angle fisheye lens manufactured by Entaniya with a compact 4K camera from CIS, it is possible to capture high-quality images with an ultra-wide angle of 200°/250° while maintaining a small system configuration. 【Entaniya Fisheye HAL 200/250】 - Designed for VR shooting, it has low peripheral compression, allowing for sharp rendering and straightforward stitching. - Specifications that minimize issues such as vignetting, aberration, and image flow. - The ultra-wide angle of 250° enables one-shot VR without stitching lines. Using a wide-angle fisheye lens allows for a reduction in the number of cameras needed, enabling high-quality imaging in a space-saving and cost-effective manner. Additionally, the VCC-4K2 is a 4K camera with a global shutter that captures images without distortion. By incorporating our proprietary ISP "Clairvu," it adjusts colors and brightness to achieve natural color tones in the footage. When actually attaching the lens and capturing landscapes, we were able to capture the nuances of cloud colors and sharp images of buildings. (Please check the shooting test details on Entaniya's website!)

The image processing algorithm ISP "Clairvu," developed independently by CIS, adjusts colors and brightness to create natural-looking images, achieving high quality that is well-regarded by professionals in the field. The CIS-made 4K and FULL HD cameras, designed with a compact size and robustness cultivated through industrial camera development, are equipped with SONY global shutter CMOS, enabling distortion-free imaging. By using these cameras along with fisheye lenses, it becomes possible to simplify the entire system, achieving space and cost savings while also enabling high-quality imaging. 【Entaniya Fisheye HAL 200/250】 - Designed for VR shooting, it has low peripheral compression, allowing for sharp rendering and straightforward stitching. - Specifications that minimize issues such as vignetting, aberration, and image flow. - With an ultra-wide angle of 250°, it enables one-shot VR without stitching lines. 【OPTART FJ SERIES】 - 185° fisheye lens compatible with 1/2” 2-megapixel megapixels. - Specifications that significantly improve resolution in both the center and periphery. - Well-suited for aerial photography and security fields where high precision is required.

The body is compact at 29mm square size, yet capable of image transfer at 538fps (during 3tap). Additionally, it supports global trigger shutter operation, allows for the selection of the target screen area through the ROI function to speed up image output, and includes features such as defective pixel correction. It is suitable for applications such as board inspection, AOI, PTP inspection, FPD inspection, inspection of tiny components, food and pharmaceutical inspection, dimensional inspection, foreign matter and appearance inspection, robot vision, and drone-mounted uses. The Camera Link interface, unlike traditional digital output cameras, has standardized connectors, pin assignments, and cables as part of the Camera Link specification, making cable availability and handling easier. Currently, Camera Link is the most trusted and proven interface in use.

The body is compact with a size of 29mm square, yet it is capable of image transfer at 152fps (during 3-tap). Additionally, it supports global trigger shutter operation, allows for the selection of the target screen area through the ROI function to accelerate image output, and includes features such as defective pixel correction. It is suitable for applications such as board inspection, AOI, PTP inspection, FPD inspection, inspection of tiny components, food and pharmaceutical inspection, dimensional inspection, foreign matter and appearance inspection, robot vision, and drone-mounted uses. The Camera Link interface, unlike traditional digital output cameras, has standardized connectors, pin assignments, and cables through collaboration between camera manufacturers and board manufacturers, making cable availability and handling easier. Currently, Camera Link is recognized as the most reliable and proven interface.

Equipped with a global shutter CMOS sensor, it features functions such as external trigger, ROI, defective pixel correction, sequence control, and shading correction, making it suitable for machine vision applications. There is also the VCC-SXCXP3RNON, which has replaced the IR cut filter of the VCC-SXCXP3R with cover glass. Please choose according to your application needs.

Equipped with a global shutter CMOS sensor, it features functions such as external trigger, ROI, defective pixel correction, sequence control, and shading correction, making it suitable for machine vision applications. Additionally, for customers who find it difficult to introduce expensive infrared cameras as production equipment necessary for high-sensitivity imaging in the near-infrared range, CIS also offers the VCC-5CXP3NIR (near-infrared model) equipped with a CMOS sensor that enhances sensitivity to near-infrared. This allows for imaging of areas that are difficult to confirm visually, leveraging the transparency of near-infrared wavelengths, and enables more precise imaging.

The housing is compact, measuring 29mm in size, making it suitable for integration into other machines. Additionally, with global trigger shutter operation, it allows for image transfer at 85fps when using CXP-3 (8bit/10bit), enabling clear capture of objects flowing on the line, such as PCBs, food and pharmaceuticals, and tiny components. Its advantages of long cable length (up to about 100m with CXP1 and up to about 40m with CXP3) and being small and lightweight also make it promising for applications in robot vision and drone mounting. Furthermore, by incorporating features such as external trigger, long-distance transmission, ROI, subsampling, defective pixel correction, shading correction, and PoCXP, it enhances the visibility of the desired parts of the objects, contributing to improved inspection efficiency. For detailed specifications, please contact our sales department.

The body is compact, measuring 29×29×55mm, making it suitable for integration into other machines. Additionally, with global trigger shutter operation, it enables high-speed image transfer at 239fps in CXP-6/8bit, allowing for clear capture of objects flowing on the line, such as PCBs, food and pharmaceuticals, and tiny components. Furthermore, taking advantage of its cable length and lightweight design, it is expected to be applied in creating VR/AR data by capturing subjects from 360° angles and synthesizing the data, as well as in robot vision and drone-mounted applications. Moreover, by incorporating features such as external trigger, long-distance transmission, ROI (only in the vertical direction), 2×2 binning (monochrome type only), defective pixel correction, and PoCXP, it enhances visibility of the desired parts of the objects, contributing to improved inspection efficiency. For detailed specifications, please contact our sales department.

**What is pixel shifting technology...** It is a technology that improves resolution by moving the X/Y axis between the pixel pitches of a camera's image sensor in sub-micrometer increments using a piezo actuator, capturing an image each time it is moved, and then synthesizing those images. With a 25M (25 million pixel) camera, it is possible to achieve a resolution equivalent to 100 million pixels with 4 shifts (2 shifts vertically and horizontally) and a resolution equivalent to 400 million pixels with 16 shifts (4 shifts vertically and horizontally). We have received inquiries from various customers requiring ultra-high precision imaging for inspection, research/analysis, medical, and archiving applications. For more details about our products, please download our product catalog or contact our sales department.

The ways in which customers want to see work vary greatly. Whether it's wanting to make work more visible and noticeable, measuring distances, or combining multiple image data into one, the introduction of an image processing system makes it possible to enhance visibility of what you want to see. However, finding a system that perfectly matches your company's needs can be quite challenging. At CIS, we not only manufacture and sell cameras but also have a system in place to support everything from software development and porting tailored to customer applications to providing and developing image processing software IP, accommodating both prototyping and mass production. We listen to our customers' needs, consider the necessity of optical systems, sensors, ISPs, and image processing units, and propose the system that we believe is best for them. Please leave system development to CIS!

"What kind of camera is a pixel-shifting camera?" "What kind of images can be obtained?" "What types of devices can it be applied to?" "How are the images synthesized?" "What should be considered when selecting a lens?" Resolving various questions about pixel-shifting cameras! For details, please refer to the catalog.

The "DCC-4KNDI," a 4K UHDTV camera module equipped with an 18x AF zoom lens and featuring the original high-quality image engine "Clairvu(TM)" from CIS, has been newly added to the product lineup, quickly supporting NDI(R) for high-quality, low-latency video streaming over Gigabit Ethernet. The "DCC-4KNDI," ideal for live broadcasting, VR/AR systems, medical/life sciences-related systems, robotics, and security, allows for camera control via WebUI, NewTek Studio Monitor, and Web API/REST API, and also supports audio line input. Additionally, camera control, video/audio output, and power supply are all handled through a single Ethernet cable, enabling a simple system configuration. Product introduction videos and shooting sample videos are also available. Please refer to them for a sense of usage. Product introduction video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmFzR6-F-rE Shooting sample video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fg-If2i6kr0&t=1s

The imaging method supports Quad 3G-SDI, 3G-SDI, and HD-SDI outputs, and is equipped with a variety of features including color correction, BT.2100 (HLG) compliant gamma curve, BT.709 and BT.2020, SQD and 2SI output methods, NR, LTC, and external synchronization! Additionally, this product adopts CIS's original image processing technology "Clairvu," achieving faithful color reproduction, and despite its compact size of 65(W)x66(D)x98(H)mm, it is capable of high-speed output up to 4K 60p. This product is a modular type, making it possible to integrate it into narrow spaces, allowing for flexible use according to customer needs.

In recent years, the demand for e-commerce has been increasing, and in the logistics industry, there is a growing movement towards automation to improve operational efficiency. Tasks that have traditionally relied on human labor can now be performed accurately, quickly, and at low cost by combining cameras with image processing systems. However, if the quality of the cameras, which serve as a substitute for the human "eye," is poor, stable images cannot be obtained, leading to disruptions in operations. CIS offers a wide range of cameras equipped with ToF cameras and high-performance Pregius sensors from Sony, available in both low and high pixel counts. ToF cameras can obtain 3D information in real-time within a measurement range of 15cm to 70cm or 30cm to 5m. The differences in distance are represented by a gradient from red to blue, making them well-suited for applications such as checking the loading status of items, measuring dimensions and volume, and monitoring operations in logistics environments. Additionally, these cameras are equipped with light sources, allowing them to be used in environments without lighting. CXP cameras with Pregius sensors, available in both low and high pixel counts, can capture high-quality images with low noise due to the characteristics of the sensors. By adopting a global shutter method, they can capture fast-moving subjects without distortion, making them ideal for use in logistics environments where there is a lot of movement.

By conducting inspections at a maximum resolution of 21M and SWIR wavelengths, we capture defects that are typically undetectable, contributing to the efficiency of production. 【Examples of SWIR Camera Applications】 ■ Discovering scratches in wafer inspections that are invisible under visible light. ■ Making substrate through-holes more prominent for easier inspection of hole positions and sizes. ■ Objects that appear the same color under visible light are shown in different colors under SWIR wavelengths due to differences in moisture permeability, allowing for differentiation of materials and contents. ■ By absorbing/transmitting light depending on the type of liquid, we can determine the presence and quantity of contents and the mixing of foreign substances. ■ Checking contents by penetrating bottle labels and plastic candy bags. ■ Leaf veins and bruises on fruits become more pronounced, making them effective for freshness checks and quality inspections. Previously, we offered the SXGA resolution "VCC-SXCXP1SW," but we are now introducing the new high-resolution pixel-shift SWIR camera "VCC-SXCXP1SWPS" with a maximum resolution of 21M. The camera is equipped with an actuator incorporating our proprietary piezoelectric elements, enabling higher precision imaging.

ToF (Time of Flight) is a technology that measures distance based on the time it takes for light emitted from a specific light source to reflect off an object and reach an image sensor. Since the light source is attached to the camera, it can also be used in places where sufficient lighting is not available. 【DCC-VToF4 Features】 ■ Compact and lightweight ToF camera (dimensions: 70×50×30mm, under 100g) ■ Uses M12 (S-mount) for the lens mount ■ Equipped with four laser diodes as distance measurement light sources ■ Measurement range: 0.4m to 5m ■ Can be used immediately by connecting directly to Jetson Nano

CoaXPress-over-Fiber (CoF) is an interface that supports transmission via optical fiber as an extension of the existing CoaXPress specifications. The "VCC-21CoF1" series, which is the first to adopt CoF from CIS, enables ultra-high-speed image transmission of 425 fps with a high resolution of 21 million pixels by using QSFP+ (40G) ×2, thereby improving work efficiency in applications such as machine vision. 【Benefits of CoF】 ■ Ultra-fast image transmission with a wide bandwidth Maximum bandwidth of 5,000 MB/s from the camera to the host PC memory. ■ Cable length Fiber connections essentially have no limitations on cable length, allowing for flexible cable routing tailored to customer applications. Additionally, the cables are lighter and more compact than CoaXPress coaxial copper cables. ■ Standardized by JIIA and IEEE CoF already has various connection options provided by different companies, making it widely available and easier to find low-cost solutions that fit customer applications.

The demand for the logistics industry is increasing more and more due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the flow of goods is active, I hear that the entire logistics industry is being asked to improve efficiency due to issues such as a shortage of drivers and high crude oil prices. To address these concerns, CIS has developed a new product, the ToF (Time-of-Flight) camera "DCC-VToF4." With a measurement range of 0.4 to 5 meters, the workpieces are displayed in red when close to the camera and in blue when far away (in color display mode), allowing for a three-dimensional understanding of the workpiece's location at a glance. By utilizing these features, tasks that currently rely on human labor, such as checking the inventory status of shelves in logistics warehouses, confirming employee work routes, managing entry and exit, and ensuring the safety of workers and vehicles, can be enhanced through the combination of cameras and image processing systems, contributing to the prevention of human errors, improved safety, and increased work efficiency. Additionally, due to its compact size of 70×50×30mm, it can also be integrated into picking robots and other applications. The camera itself is equipped with four laser diodes, making it usable even in environments with lighting concerns.

An 8K color camera using a Super 35mm CMOS sensor. The video output supports 12G-SDI x4, enabling high-speed image transmission of up to 8K 60p. Additionally, it is equipped with CIS's proprietary ISP algorithm "Clairvu," achieving DSLR-level image quality in videos with features such as color correction, color interpolation, AE, AF, and AWB. The lens mount is available in EF mount type (VCC-8K1-EF) and PL mount type (VCC-8K1-PL), allowing customers to choose according to their needs.

A compact 4K color camera using a 1/1.8 type CMOS sensor. The video formats supported are 12G-SDI: UHDTV/60p/59.94p/50p (SMPTE ST 2036), 6G-SDI: UHDTV/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p (SMPTE ST 2036), 3G-SDI: HDTV/60p/59.94p/50p (SMPTE ST 274), HD-SDI: HDTV/60i/59.94i/50i (SMPTE ST 274), and HD-SDI: HDTV/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p (SMPTE ST 274). Additionally, it is equipped with CIS's proprietary ISP algorithm "Clairvu," achieving digital single-lens reflex camera-level image quality in video through features such as color correction, color interpolation, AE, and AWB. Two types are available: a housing type (VCC-4K5) and a board type (DCC-4K5), allowing customers to choose according to their needs.

A compact AI smart camera that integrates a high-quality image sensor and image processing. At the core of the system is the NXP Semiconductors AI processor "i.MX 8M Plus," which features up to four 1.8GHz Arm(R) Cortex(R) A53 cores, a 2.25TOPS AI accelerator for edge AI, and an embedded ISP capable of processing images with resolutions up to 13M (including AWB, AE, etc.). These specifications and compact size make it suitable for various applications such as drone payloads, robot integration, logistics, hand gesture recognition, and security. *i.MX 8M Plus is a registered trademark of NXP Semiconductors N.V.

A compact AI smart camera that integrates a high-quality image sensor and image processing. At the core of the system is the NXP Semiconductors AI processor "i.MX 8M Plus," which features up to four 1.8GHz Arm(R) Cortex(R) A53 cores, a 2.25TOPS AI accelerator for edge AI, and an embedded ISP capable of image processing with a maximum resolution of 13M (including AWB, AE, etc.). These specifications and compact size make it suitable for various applications such as drone payloads, robot integration, logistics, hand gesture recognition, and security. *i.MX 8M Plus is a registered trademark of NXP Semiconductors N.V.

CoaXPress-over-Fiber (CoF) is an interface that supports transmission via optical fiber as an extension of the existing CoaXPress specification. The "VCC-21CoF2" series, which adopts CoF, enables ultra-high-speed image transmission of up to approximately 510 fps through a single QSFP28 (100G) connection, despite its high resolution of 21 million pixels, thereby improving work efficiency in applications such as machine vision. 【Benefits of CoF】 ■ Ultra-fast image transmission with a wide bandwidth Maximum bandwidth of 5,000 MB/s from the camera to the host PC memory. ■ Cable length Fiber connections essentially have no limitations on cable length, allowing for flexible cable routing tailored to customer applications. Additionally, the cables are lighter and more compact than CoaXPress coaxial copper cables. ■ Standardized by JIIA and IEEE CoF is already offered by various companies as a connection option, making it widely available and easier for customers to find low-cost solutions that fit their needs.