Camera Cable Pin and Signal Information

Table 4-3. Adept 10-Meter Camera Cable Pin Assignments

Pin # at

 

 

 

Pin # at

controller

 

 

Wire Color

camera end,

end (male)

Function

Notes

(typical)

(female)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

Power return

 

gray

1

 

 

 

 

 

2

+12V power

to camera

yellow

2

 

 

 

 

 

3

Shield (video)

 

red-shield

3

 

 

 

 

 

4

Video

from camera

red-signal

4

 

 

 

 

 

5

Shield (Hd)

 

orange-

5

 

 

shield

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

Hd (horizontal drive)

to camera

orange-

6

 

 

signal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

Vd (vertical drive)

to camera

black-signal

7

 

 

 

 

 

8

Shield (Clock)

from camera (cam. 1

white-shield

8

 

& 2 only)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

Pixel clock

from camera (cam. 1

white-signal

9

 

& 2 only)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

not used

reserved

brown

10

 

 

 

 

 

11

not used

reserved

blue

11

 

 

 

 

 

12

Shield (Vd)

 

black-shield

12

 

 

 

 

 

• Connector at controller end: 12-Pin Hirose Male, HR10A-10P-12P, with ground terminal lug (shield). See Figure 4-4for pin locations.

• Connector at camera end: 12-Pin Hirose Female, HR10A-10P-12S.

• Cable specifications: 12 conductors, including 4 coax pairs, 4 discrete conductors, and overall shield. At each end the shield is clamped to connector body.

Brown

Gray

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blue

 

1

9

 

 

Black

 

 

 

 

 

Yellow

2

10

 

 

8

 

 

3

11

12

 

7

White

 

 

 

Red

4

 

 

6

 

Orange

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

 

 

 

Wire colors

Overall

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

may vary

Braided Shield

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 4-4. Pin Locations for Camera Cable Connector (12-Pin Hirose Male)

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RS-422/485, XSYS, XUSR, RS-232/TERM specifications

Nortech Systems offers a comprehensive suite of serial communication solutions, including RS-232/TERM, XUSR, XSYS, and RS-422/485 interfaces. These products are designed to facilitate reliable and high-speed data transmission in various industrial applications, making them essential for connecting devices in automation, telecommunications, and data acquisition systems.

The RS-232/TERM interface is a widely adopted standard for serial communication, known for its simplicity and robustness. It supports point-to-point communication over relatively short distances, typically up to 50 feet. Key features include a maximum baud rate of up to 115.2 kbps, error-checking capabilities, and a straightforward connection process, making it ideal for connecting peripheral devices like printers, modems, and barcode scanners.

Building on the RS-232 standard, the XUSR and XSYS devices offer enhanced functionalities and flexibility. XUSR, for instance, supports not just traditional RS-232 connections, but also protocol conversion for various serial interfaces, facilitating seamless integration of legacy systems with modern networking technologies. It is particularly useful in environments where multiple protocols need to be managed simultaneously.

XSYS is designed for more complex applications and supports advanced communication features such as multi-drop configurations, enabling it to connect multiple devices on a single bus. This makes it suitable for extensive industrial networks where space and wiring complexity need to be minimized. Synchronous and asynchronous data transfer modes ensure that the XSYS is adaptable for both real-time data collection and standard command-response applications.

On the other hand, RS-422/485 interfaces excel in long-distance communication, allowing for data transmission over distances up to 4,000 feet. They are designed for multi-point connections, supporting up to 32 devices on a single bus through differential signaling, which enhances noise immunity. These characteristics make RS-422/485 particularly well-suited for environments with electromagnetic interference, such as factories or subways.

Nortech Systems’ serial communication solutions emphasize reliability, ease of use, and versatility. With their commitment to high performance and user satisfaction, these interfaces provide critical connectivity in today’s increasingly automated and interconnected world. Whether in data centers, manufacturing setups, or remote sensor networks, Nortech's offerings stand out for their reliability, efficiency, and adaptability, ensuring effective data communication across diverse applications.
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