Sony Electronics today divulged its XCD array of machine vision cameras 1394b interface to achieve high bandwidth of 800 Mbps. The series consists of six influential Cameras proving to be a solution for a number of jobs ranging from parts inspection to microscopy.

“With the XCD series we are advancing both machine-vision technology and the 1394 interface,” said Ken LaMarca, vice president of the visual imaging group at Sony Electronics. “We introduced the industry's first 1394 products, and now we are continuing to take the lead with this new lineup.”

The XCD-U100/U100CR is a feature-rich UXGA camera from the XCD series. The Camera provides finest quality at higher speeds, exactly required for PCB inspection, gauging and bioscience applications. With 1/3-type progressive Scan CCD engine it renders digital media at 15 frames per second with 1600 x 1200 pixels UXGA resolution.

Specifications
• IEEE 1394b Digital Interface
• Ext. Dynamic Range
• Multi-Connection Capability
• Supports IIDC Protocol
• Built-in Real-time 3X3 Image Pre-Processing Filter
• Broadcast Delivery
• Bus Synchronization
• Image Buffer
• External Trigger Shutter, Auto shutter
• Shutter Speed 1/100,000 to 16s
• Image Memory 16 MB

The Sony XCD-U100/U100CR Camera is available at all authorized outlets along with other models of the series at an MSRP of $2,417.