Canon 3U5MGXSBA Evaluation Kit

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Overview

The Canon 3U5MGXSBA Evaluation kit features a 3U5MGXSBA or LI5020 5MP industrial CMOS image sensor with fast, distortion free image capture from Canon. The sensor features an electronic shutter and all pixel progressive readout of 120 fps. In a 2/3″ format, proprietary pixel designs with low power consumption and enhanced sensitivity further improve performance. The 3U5MGXSBA and LI5020 CMOS sensors are innovative solutions where high performance is required in a small format. The camera is available with an AIA USB 3.0 Vision Interface (U3V), and a video output interface.

Combined with Critical Link’s software tools designed for our Arria 10 based processor card, the Canon 3U5MGXSBA Evaluation Kit makes sensor evaluation and product integration quick and easy. Critical Link also supports a board set version of the camera for customers designing their own mechanicals or managing other integrations; contact us for more details.

Evaluation Kit Contents

The Canon 3U5MGXSBA Evaluation Kit allows integrators and end users to assess sensor performance and provides assets for image system designers to accelerate development time. The Evaluation Kit features a camera with a pre-installed 3U5MGXSBA or LI5020 5 MP global shutter CMOS sensor with raw data serial output via a USB 3.1 (Gen 1) interface. The evaluation kit has an open architecture design and gives developers the option to embed processing and software with the on-board ARM and FPGA*.

The 3U5MGXSBA Evaluation Kit includes:

Evaluation camera with pre-installed sensor (mono, RGB, or RGB-NIR )
Accessory package for out-of-the-box operation (quick start guide, power supply, all necessary cables)
Embedded software to setup the sensor, acquire image data, and communicate over USB 3.1 interface with any USB 3 compliant UI
PC-based UI application available for download to communicate with the camera
Sensor board design files source code*
VHDL code for the FPGA*

*Source code and VHDL code only available upon request with an NDA

NOTE: A Lens is not included in this kit.

As the lens plays a critical role in any imaging system, it is imperative that a suitable lens is selected to properly evaluate sensor performance for your end application.

When selecting an appropriate lens, there are several key factors which must be considered: Lens Type, Lens Mount, Focal Length, Sensor Size, Resolving Power, and Aperture to name a few of the more important ones. Some of these factors are associated with your application, and some are directly tied to how the CMOS sensor will perform. Please read below to learn more.

Applications

Machine Vision
Industrial Inspection
Flat Panel Display Inspection
Transportation
Document Scanning
Aerial Mapping and Surveillance
Video/Broadcast
3D metrology
Aeronautic imaging
Digital archives
Document scanning
Intelligent traffic systems
Large area surveillance
Mapping
Medical imaging
Packaging and inspection
Reconnaissance
Scientific research
Security

Documentation

Canon Sensor Evaluation Kits Overview
Critical Link 3U5MGXSBA Evaluation Kit Datasheet
Quick Start Guide
User Manual
GenTL Viewer Manual
Canon 3U5MGXSBA CMOS Sensor Product Page
Canon 3U5MGXSBA CMOS Sensor Product Brochure
Canon LI5020 CMOS Sensor Product Page
MitySOM-A10S System on Module Product Page
Altera Arria 10 SoC Documentation
Additional documentation is available on the MityCAM wiki page of our engineering support site (account required for some downloads)

Specifications

Sensor Specification

Sensor	Canon 3U5MGXSBA	Canon LI5020
Active Pixels	2592 (H) x 2056 (V)	2592 (H) x 2056 (V)
Pixel Size	3.4µm x 3.4µm	3.4µm x 3.4µm
Image Area	8.8mm (W) x 7.0mm (H)	8.8mm (W) x 7.0mm (H)
Frame Rate (Global Shutter)	120fps, 12-bit output mode	120fps, 12-bit output mode
Dark Current @ 60C	1.3 e-/s @gain x1	TBA
Chroma	Mono, Color or RGB-NIR Pixel Filter	Mono, Color or RGB-NIR

System Noise

Read-out Noise (@120fps)

2.6 e¯

Data Acquisition Modes

Global shutter

Charge storage period control feature

On-board Processor (MitySOM-A10S)

CPU Engine	Intel/Altera Arria 10 SoC – Dual core ARM and up to 480KLE FPGA fabric
Full Featured SDK	Supports rapid application development

Mount

Full cameras feature a standard F mount lens, while the board set version allows quick and easy custom integration into your product. Please contact Critical Link for more information.

Environment

Temperature	-30°C to +105°C
Humidity	<80% non-condensing

Electrical

Voltage

12 VDC

Quantum Efficiency

3U5MGXSBA Sensor QE data:

LI5020 Sensor QE data:

Block Diagram

Interfaces

USB 3 / AIA USB3 Vision
Additional interfaces may be available – contact us to inquire about your preferred protocol

Mechanical

Measurements are in millimeters

Dimensions (with Compact Enclosure)	119.3mm x 119.3mm x 69.7mm (4.7″ x 4.7″ x 2.74″)
Weight (with Compact Enclosure)	1190g (42oz)

Software

MityCAM image acquisition can be done with MityViewer, Critical Link’s software solution for optimal throughput and complete functionality.

We recommend visiting the MityCAM wiki page on our engineering support site and registering for an account in advance of receiving your MityCAM. Once your registration is confirmed, you can download the latest version of our MityViewer software from the wiki page, which will be required to start capturing images.

Purchase

The following table lists off-the-shelf configuration options for the 3U5MGXSBA Evaluation Kit. For shipping status, availability, and lead time of these or other configurations, please contact Critical Link.

Kit Part Number	Interface Option	Sensor Option	Buy
3U5MGXS-UM-C-S	USB 3 + Video output	Mono	Buy
3U5MGXS-UC-C-S	USB 3 + Video output	Color	Buy
3U5MGXS-UI-C-S	USB 3 + Video output	RGB-NIR	Buy
LI5020-UM-C-S	USB 3 + Video output	Mono	Buy
LI5020-UC-C-S	USB 3 + Video output	Color	Buy
LI5020-UI-C-S	USB 3 + Video output	RGB-NIR	Buy

Canon 3U5MGXSBA Evaluation KitThe Canon 3U5MGXSBA Evaluation kit features a 5MP industrial CMOS image sensor with fast, distortion free image capture from Canon.