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3D Image sensor EKL3104
Issued on Sep. 30th,2010
Product Name Model No.
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1. Product name
2. Type Number
EKL3104
3D Image Sensor
4. Specifications
4-1 Basic Specifications
3. Dimensions
Height : 54mm (2.13 Inch) Width : 170mm (6.7 Inch) Depth : 49mm (1.93 Inch)
(except protuberance) ※See annex for details（external design）
Value Special Mention
Operating Range 1.2m ～9.0m
3.94ft～29.53ft
For a 0 lx ambient illumination
and a 90% near-infrared
reflectance of target object
(20fps)
Field of View Horizontal Approx.60°
－
Vertical Approx.44°
Pixel Array Size Horizontal 160 Pixel －
Vertical 120 Pixel －
Frame Rate 15fps,20fps,25fps,30fps
(Default:20fps)
The frame rate can be switched
with the application soft ware.
※Please note characteristics is
changed per the frame rate.
Range Resolution
１)σ=3cm(1.57inch)(max)
(Ambient Illumination : 0lx)
２)σ=14cm(11.81inch)(max)
(Ambient Illumination : 20,000lx)
【Measuring Conditions】
Ambient temperature 25℃(77°F),
distance 2m (6.56ft) ,90% near-
infrared reflectance target object,
at central pixel.(20fps)
※Depend on the environment and
distance.
Absolute accuracy +/-4cm(+/-1.57inch) (typ.)
(Ambient Illumination : 0lx)
Modulation Frequency 3 modes
Mode selection is available using
application software. It can be
used to avoid interferences
between different systems using
3D Image Sensors close by.
Operating Ambient Illumination (Sunlight) 20,000lx and less －
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*Indoor usage only. Cannot be used outdoors.
4-2 Accessorie s
・USB Drivers(XP,Vista) （Dimagerusb.inf、Dimagerusb.sys）
・Range Image Display Software （DigiCapUSB.exe）
・Library for Applicatio n S of tware Dev el opm en t
（Dimagerdll.h、Dimagerdll.lib、Dimagerdll.dll）
・User’s Manual
・Instruction Manual for library Dimagerdll.dll
※
The above software can be downloaded free of charge on the official home page.
・Fall preve ntion wire, installation washer, installation screw
・Wiring fixation cramp, installation screw
4-3 Software
Value Special Mention
Output Type Range Data 11bit USB2.0 (Hi-Speed USB only)
Image Data 8bit
Connector USB(mini-B type)
Operating Temperature -10℃～+50℃
14°F～122°FAvoid condensation or freezing
Operating
Voltage
Maximum 25.2VDC
－
Typical 18.0VDC
Minimum 17.1VDC
Current Consumption 0.4A (Avg.)
(sleep period: 0.15A) 0.9A (Peak)
Illumination
（LED）
Wavelength 850nm (typ.) In accordance with the
IEC60825-1:2005 Class 1
Output power 0.5W (Avg.)
Weight Approx. 520g Sensor Unit only
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3D Image Sensor Wiring Diagram
PC
USB2.0
cable
AC Adaptor
USB mini-B type
3D Image sensor
Sensor Unit
AC
Power Supply
Cable
Note 1) Depending on the network environment or other applications etc., the sensor may not
function.
Note 2) If you use simultaneously an other USB connected device, this product may not function
properly.
2) AC Adaptor（Not provided with the product）
・Output Voltage：17.1-25.2V
・Ouptput Current：>2A
・DC Jack typ e：EIAJ RC-5320A Voltage class5
Polarity：
4-4 System Composition
3) USB2.0 cable（Not provided with the product）
USB mini-B Type plug ⇔
USB interface for PC
(Less than 5m(16.4ft) )
EIAJ RC-5320A
Voltage class5
1) Recommended configuration (PC)
・OS ：Windows® XP(Service Pack1, Service Pack2 , Service Pack3) 32bit
Windows Vista® SP1 32bit
・CPU ：Pentium® 4, Pentium® M1GHz or more
※At least one available USB 2.0 port
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Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the United States and/or other countries.
Pentium is registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
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Head the following precautions to prevent injury or accidents.
Our company is committed to making products of the highest quality and reliability.
Nevertheless, all electrical components are subject to natural deterioration, and durability or
characteristics of a product will depend on the operating environment and conditions of use.
Continued use after such deterioration could lead to overheating, smoke or fire. Always use the
product in conjunction with proper fire-prevention, safety and maintenance measures to avoid
accidents, reduction in product life expectancy or break-down.
Example :・Safety equipments and devices
・Traffic sig n als
・Burglar and disaster prev en ti o n
・Control or safety device for a ut om otiv e o r train etc.
1) Do not use this product under any circumstances in which the range of its ratings, environment
conditions or other specifications are exceeded. Such use may generate abnormally high levels
of heat, emit smoke, etc., possibly resulting in damage to circuitry or other accident.
2) Do not use the product if it has been disassembled, remodeled or modified.
This could cause fire or accidents (Electrical shock etc.).
3) Do not insert anything in this products’ openings.
4) This product is designed for indoor use. Do not use it in any outdoor environment or in places
where it could be in contact with water.
5) Always connect the sensor unit (USB, AC adaptor) before plugging in the power supply.
6) Always use an AC adaptor as specified on page 2, and ensure it is properly connected.
Incorrect connections may cause malfunctions, generate abnormal high levels of heat, emit smoke,
etc., possibly resulting in fire or causing electric shocks.
7) If smoke or smell should come out from the product, stop the usage immediately. If you continue,
it could cause fire.
8) Make sure to install the product in a place that can support its weight (Mass). Any fall may cause
accidents resulting in damages to the product or its surroundings. Therefore, for safety reasons,
use the fall prevention wire or the wiring fixation cramp for installation for safety reasons .
9) Ensure a periodical maintenance. If the screws get rusted or loose, the product may fall
and be damaged.
5. Safety Precautions
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6. Operating Precautions.
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The 3D Image Sensor calculates the distance to a target by measuring the “Time-of-Flight” of
near-emitted infrared rays. Efficiency and reliability of the system may vary depending on actual
operating conditions. Always consider the following factors:
6-2 Usage and Storage Conditions
1) High reflectance target:
For exam ple if the target is clo s e to the sensor (closer than 1.2m(3.94ft)) or in case
the sensor receives light reflected by a mirror, the amount of power received increases
considerably and may cause a saturation of the CCD element, resulting in distance
mea suri ng pro bl e ms or errors.
Besides, the measuring errors can also occur in the target’s surrounding area.
2) Intense ambient illumination:
The renge resolution may diminish if a light source (such as sunlight, incandescent light or
heater etc.,) whose emission spectrum, containing near-infrared frequencies
exceeding the specifications, exists inside the detection area of the sensor.
If the light source is too powerful, the CCD element in the sensor unit could saturate,
resulting in distance measuring errors or malfunctions.
3) Fast moving targets:
Fast moving targets may produce distance measuring errors from miss calculation at the
outline of the target.
4) Distance from wall or floor:
If wall or floor is close to the sensor (closer than 1.2 m (3.94ft)), it may produce distance
meas urin g errors from reflecti on o f emitt ed near-infrared rays.
5) Other precautions:
The range resolution may diminish depending on the target’s reflectance,
distance to the sensor or position.
1) This product is destined for indoor use only. Do not install or store in outdoor environments.
2) Do not use or store in places where condensation or freezing can occur or near a cooling
or heating system. Do not leave the product exposed to direct sunlight for a prolonged period.
3) This product is neither waterproof nor dustproof. Do not use or store in the following environments:
a) Places with high humidity level, high temperature, low temperature
b) Places exposed to corrosive gas, dust, gasoline, chemicals (including detergent) or water vapor.
c) Places where the sensor would be exposed to condensation or freezing.
4) Avoid exposing the product to sh ocks, vibration which could cause malfunctions.
5) Do not touch the front panel or the lens with your hands. It could cause reduced performance.
Do not place any cover on the sensor’s front panel.
6) Do not use in environments with temperatures above 50 ℃(122°F), the unit may malfunction.
Always allow for proper ventilation. If installed on a wall or a rack, please leave at least
10cm(3.94inch) between the product’s vent and closest wall and allow air to freely circulate around it.
6-3 Maintenance
Always turn off the power supply before maintenance, otherwise it could cause injuries or accidents.
1) Wipe the front panel with a soft paper towel to remove the dirt.
2) Do not apply any chemicals such as paint, benzine, aromatic liquid, pesticides etc., on the product.
6-1 Basic Precautions
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1) Please handle this product with extreme care. It may be damaged by shocks or a fall.
2) Please avoid applying pressure or impacts to the front panel or the lens that might deform the
product’s shape, causing operating errors or reduced performance.
3) Operating errors can be caused by electric noise from static electricity, lightning, cell phone,
amateur radio, broadcasting offices etc…
4) This product does not have the USB2.0 authentication.
Use it only when the above -mentioned configuration and environments have been verified.
5) The USB drivers, range image display software, library for application software development and
installation manual are copyright ed by P anasonic Electric Works Co., Ltd. (“PE W”).
Moreover, PEW provides the software as is, with no warranty as to its functionality, and disclaims
any liability or responsibility for damage resulting from its use.
6) The following EMI noise levels are ensured.
・VCCI Class A conform
・FCC Class A con f orm
・CISPR22 Class A conform
7) Be careful to protect privacy when using the images captured with this product.
8) This device is for industrial use only. It can only fulfill its function, when it is installed with other
equipment. It must be installed by professional personal.
6-4 Other Precautions
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As improvements are continually being made, the specifications or design of this product are subject to
change without notice.
Please strictly follow the “Safety Precautions” and “Operating Precautions” on the specifications sheet.
Normal functioning cannot be expected if used in environments or conditions other than those specified
above.
We are deeply committed to providing the highest quality control for this product.
Nevertheless:
1)To reduce the risk of harm caused by product failure to human life or assets, this product should
always be used in conjunction with other safety measures, such as protective circuitry, double layered
circuit boards, etc., and used within the guaranteed performance, efficiency or special characteristics
values stated in the specification sheet.
2)This product is warranted for a period of one year, from date of delivery, applicable only if the product
is used in accordance with the precautions mentioned above and the specifications sheet. We will
replace any malfunctioning product if such defect or malfunction is caused by us.
However, the above warranty shall be void in the following circumstances:
a) Damage caused to something else than the product itself.
b) Resulting from misuse of the product (use not in accordance with the precautions mentioned
above and this specifications sheet).
c) Resulting from a fall, during relocation, transportation, or handling at the installation location,
after the date of purchase
d) Phenomenon unforeseeable in the state of the technology as of the supply date.
e) Caused by natural or unnatural events such as fire, earthquake, flood, thunderbolt,
or other natural disasters, pollution, salt air damage, gas damage (sulfuric acid gas etc.),
abnormal voltage, usage of a non-specified power supply (in frequency or voltage), etc.
f) Resulting from installation or use in moving vehicles (automobiles, ships, airplanes, etc.)
g) Resulting from improper preparation, installation, or modification.
h) Damage resulting from the use in conjunction with an other company’s product.
i) Intellectual property or privacy claims based on the use of images recorded using the sensor.
7. Special Notice
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8. Provision on Ex port Trad e Control
1) CUSTOMER shall not use t his PRO DUCT for a ny military pu rp os e.
2) CUSTOMER shall screen its own customers to determine their potential involvement in uses
related to MILITARY ACTIVITIES, and restrict each from reselling or retransferring the GOODS or
TECHNOLOGY, directly or indirectly, to any customer who was, is or may be engaged in
development, design, manufacture, use or storage of the WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION.
3) CUSTOMER shall not export or re-export the G OODS or TECHNO L OG Y, d irectly
or indirectly, to any country against which any sanction is imposed under certain resolutions of
the Security Council of the United Nations, as long as such resolutions remain valid and effective
and as far as the GOODS or TECHNOLOGY remain prohibited to be exported to such country.
4) In the event CUSTOMER breaches any provision of this Article, CUSTOMER shall be liable for
any and all direct and indirect damages incurred by Panasonic Electric Works Co., Ltd. ("PEW")
arising from such breach, and, notwithstanding anything herein contained to the contrary, PEW
shall have the right to terminate this AGREEMENT forthwith without any liability to CUSTOMER.
Furthermore, PEW is not obligated to accept or fulfill any order which might contravene any
export control laws, rules and/or regulations of any relevant country, or the provisions of this
Article.
