NEW Intuitive Vision System

CV-X Series
DIGEST VERSION

POWER MEETS SIMPLICITY

CV-X Series Ver.4.2

New Multi-Spectrum Lighting

Incorporates eight different colors in a

single light to provide full spectrum
lighting

CV - X Series 1
 LumiTrax
TM

A FUSION OF HIGH-SPEED CAMERAS WITH INTELLIGENT LIGHTING AND AN ADVANCED PROCESSING ALGORITHM
LumiTraxTM is the fusion of high-speed cameras with intelligent, directional lighting and an advanced image processing algorithm. This revolutionary
technology combines multiple images, acquired by lighting a target from different directions, to create shape images of the target for 3D inspection
applications or texture images for glare reduction. LumiTraxTM eliminates the influences of surface variation and ambient environment that prevent
stable inspection.

THE NEWLY DEVELOPED LumiTraxTM SYSTEM

Equipped with ultra high-speed

CMOS sensor & dedicated control IC
CA-HX Series

Equipped with ultra high-intensity

LED lighting and partial illumination
control circuit
CA-DRW×X Series

Analyzes multiple images instantly to

create shape and texture images
Available for:
CV-X400 Series
XG-X2000 Series

AUTO-TEACH INSPECTION TOOL COLOR

AN INSPECTION TOOL THAT LEARNS WHAT A GOOD PART IS

The Auto-Teach Inspection Tool learns individual differences in good parts to determine an acceptable range of variability. Parts that differ from this
range are recognized as defective, even parts with defects unknown during the original set up can be rejected. Programming is performed by simply
running good parts, eliminating the need for highly-experienced vision integrators. This is an inspection tool that makes it possible for anyone to
achieve and maintain a stable inspection.

JUST RUN GOOD PARTS SETTING COMPLETED

NEW ALGORITHM!
Parts that are different from the learned good parts are detected as bad!

Defective parts not

expected at the time
Good part Different type Incomplete Flaw of setting can also be
printing
detected.

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FASTEST PERFORMANCE IN THE INDUSTRY
HIGH-SPEED, HIGH-PERFORMANCE 14 CORE PROCESSING
CV-X400 core processers are auto-tuned maximizing performance.

DSP + CPU ADVANCED INSPECTION ENABLED BY HIGH-SPEED PROCESSING

21 megapixel color camera flaw inspection processing speed
7 cores for
arithmetic
operation
CV-X292 70.3 ms

2 cores for 3 cores for Faster by approx.

display control CV-X472 21.9 ms
1/3 the processing time

Abundant processing power is available even with multiple camera connections, including the
21 megapixel color camera or 3D cameras.
CPU
SIMPLER, LARGER-CAPACITY IMAGE STORAGE
2 cores for
display and Time required for storing 5 megapixel monochrome images
control
CV-X172 Approx. 1 second
FTP (NAS)

CV-X272 Approx. 350 ms

FTP (NAS)

CV-X472 Approx. 10 times faster! Approx. 100 ms

USB 3.0
HDD (SSD) The above values are rough guidelines and are not guaranteed values.

DSP + CPU cores Processing speed Memory capacity Along with internal memory capable of storing approx. 12,700 VGA color images and over one

14 3 2×
hundred 21 megapixel color images, KEYENCE introduces the industry's first direct connection
built-in
cores
Compared with
conventional
models
× Compared with
conventional
models
with USB 3.0 hard drives, making it possible to save images on large-capacity storage devices
up to 2 TB. As with SD cards, hard drives are automatically recognized by the controller,
eliminating the need for any configuration settings.

THE INDUSTRY’S FASTEST CAMERAS

HIGH-RESOLUTION CAMERA LINEUP
The addition of profile lasers for 3D dimensional measurement, LumiTraxTM for 3D inspection, and 21 megapixel cameras for the highest resolution
requirements. KEYENCE provides a full lineup of the industry’s fastest cameras and solutions to the most challenging inspections in manufacturing.

3D INSPECTION & MEASUREMENT 2D AREA CAMERAS

0.31 megapixels

Laser Dimensional Inspection Up to 21 megapixel resolution

21 megapixels

VISION-GUIDED ROBOTS LumiTrax

TM

Direct communication with 16 robot manufacturers 3D defect and feature inspection

and new PatternTraxTM location tool.

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 CAMERAS AND PROFILE LASERS
TO MATCH ANY INSPECTION TYPE
A complete family of area cameras and profile lasers for 3D
measurement can be chosen based upon line-speed, installation
location, and inspection requirements.

From 21 megapixel cameras for precision resolution requirements to the high-

speed cameras for the fastest production rates, or compact cameras for the
tightest mounting restraints to profile lasers for 3D measurement, KEYENCE
offers the ideal solution for every inspection application.

21M pixel camera 5M pixel camera 2M pixel camera

16 16 16

NEW NEW

LumiTraxTM/Multi-Spectrum compatible LumiTraxTM/Multi-Spectrum compatible

Model CA-H2100M/CA-H2100C CA-HX500M/CA-HX500C CA-HX200M/CA-HX200C CV-S200M/CV-S200C

×16 speed monochrome ×16 speed monochrome ×16 speed monochrome Compact monochrome
Specs
×16 speed color ×16 speed color ×16 speed color Compact color
Capture 5104 × 4092 pixels 2432 × 2040 pixels 1600 × 1200 pixels 1600 × 1200 pixels
range
Transfer 27.6 ms*1 /29.0 ms*1 11.6 ms*1 /11.6 ms*1
109. 9 ms 58.5 ms
time 50.3 ms*2 /52.4 ms*2 20.1 ms*2 /20.2 ms*2

Laser profile
0.31M to 0.47M pixel camera
measurement system

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NEW LumiTraxTM/Multi-Spectrum compatible

Model CA-HX048M CA-HX048C CV-S035M/CV-S035C LJ-V Series

Compact monochrome
Specs ×16 speed monochrome ×16 speed color Head: 7 types
Compact color
Capture 784 × 596 784 × 596 512 × 480 Z-axis: ±2.3 to ±145 mm
512 × 480 pixels 640 × 480 pixels
range pixels pixels pixels X-axis: 7 to 180 mm
Transfer 2.9 ms*1 1.7 ms*1 2.9 ms*1 1.7 ms*1
16.0 ms 64000 profiles/sec
time 5.2 ms*2 2.8 ms*2 5.3 ms*2 2.9 ms*2
*1 When using the CV-X400 Series
*2 When using the CV-X100 Series

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SAMPLING AT 64,000 PROFILES/SEC. WORLD’S FASTEST!

The LJ-V Series has realized the fastest sampling speed in the world for 2D laser
measuring instruments.* This makes it possible to measure high-definition laser
profiles of products on high-speed manufacturing lines without missing a single
one. For example, the LJ-V Series can measure targets moving at 6.4 m 21.0'/s with
a 0.1 mm 0.004" pitch.
The LJ-V Series does not miss a single abnormal or defective part.
* According to KEYENCE’s investigation (as of June 2013)

ULTRA ULTRA HIGH-ACCURACY HIGH-ACCURACY

HIGH-ACCURACY
HIGH-ACCURACY SPECULAR REFLECTION SPECULAR REFLECTION
LJ-V7020 LJ-V7020K LJ-V7060 LJ-V7060K

(mm) (mm)
(inch) (inch)

250 250
(9.84") (9.84")
Measurement
Measurement range
range 54.6±7.6 mm
200 200
(7.87") Measurement 60±8 mm (2.15" ±0.30") (7.87")
Measurement range (2.36" ±0.31")
range 24.2±2.3 mm
150 20±2.6 mm (0.95" ±0.09") 150
(5.91") (0.79" ±0.10") (5.91")

100 100
(3.94") (3.94")

50 50
(1.97") (1.97")
52 mm 47 mm
2 1 . 9 mm Width: 13.5 mm (1.85") Width: 8 mm
17.4 mm Width: 6.5 mm Width: 6.5 mm (2.05") (0.53") (0.31")
(0.69") (0.86") (0.26")
(0.26") 24.2 mm 60 mm Width: 15 mm 54.6 mm Width: 14 mm
0 20 mm Width: 7 mm Width: 7 mm (2.36") (2.15") 0
(0.79") (0.95") (0.59") (0.55")
(0.28") (0.28") 68 mm
22.6 mm 26.5 mm Width: 15 mm 62.2 mm Width: 8 mm
Width: 7.5 mm (1.04") Width: 7.5 mm (2.68") (0.31")
(0.89") (0.30") (0.30") (0.59") (2.45")
Measurement

Z-axis 20±2.6 mm 0.79" ±0.10" Z-axis 24.2±2.3 mm 0.95" ±0.09" Z-axis 60±8 mm 2.36" ±0.31" Z-axis 54.6±7.6 mm 2.15" ±0.30"
range

X-axis 7 mm 0.28" X-axis 7 mm 0.28" X-axis 15 mm 0.59" X-axis 14 mm 0.55"

Repeatability

Z-axis 0.2 μm 0.01 Mil Z-axis 0.2 μm 0.01 Mil Z-axis 0.4 μm 0.02 Mil Z-axis 0.4 μm 0.02 Mil

X-axis 2.5 μm 0.10 Mil X-axis 2.5 μm 0.10 Mil X-axis 5 μm 0.20 Mil X-axis 5 μm 0.20 Mil

MID-RANGE LONG-RANGE ULTRA LONG-RANGE

LJ-V7080 LJ-V7200 LJ-V7300

(mm) (mm)
(inch) (inch)

Measurement
450 450
(17.72") range (17.72")
300±145 mm
(11.81" ±5.71")
400 400
(15.75") (15.75")
Measurement
range
350 200±48 mm 350
(13.78") (7.87" ±1.89") (13.78")

300 155 mm Width: 110 mm 300

(11.81") (6.10") (4.33") (11.81")

250 250
(9.84") Measurement (9.84")
range
80±23 mm
200
(7.87")
(3.15" ±0.91") 200
(7.87")

150 150
(5.91") 300 mm (5.91")
(11.81") Width: 180 mm
(7.09")
1 52 mm
100 100
(3.94")
(5.98") Width: 51 mm (3.94")
(2.01")

57 mm Width: 25 mm
50 (2.24") (0.98") 50
(1.97")
200 mm (1.97")
(7.87") Width: 62 mm
80 mm (2.44")
(3.15") Width: 32 mm
(1.26")
0 0
103 mm 248 mm 445 mm
Width: 39 mm Width: 73 mm (17.52")
(4.06") (1.54") (9.76") Width: 240 mm
(2.87")
(9.45")
Measurement

Z-axis 80±23 mm 3.15" ±0.91" Z-axis 200±48 mm 7.87" ±1.89" Z-axis 300±145 mm 11.81" ±5.71"
range

X-axis 32 mm 1.26" X-axis 62 mm 2.44" X-axis 180 mm 7.09"

Repeatability

Z-axis 0.5 μm 0.02 Mil Z-axis 1 μm 0.04 Mil Z-axis 5 μm 0.20 Mil

X-axis 10 μm 0.39 Mil X-axis 20 μm 0.79 Mil X-axis 60 μm 2.36 Mil

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 ❚ MULTI-CAMERA, SIMULTANEOUS IMAGE ACQUISITION SYSTEM
A total of 22 types of cameras can be mixed for use. For example, it is possible to attach a monochrome camera and a color camera to 1 controller unit.
Also, by connecting a camera expansion unit, it is possible to connect up to four 21M pixel cameras, 4 laser heads, or 2 laser head plus 2 area
cameras. Because simultaneous image acquisition and simultaneous processing can be performed for all camera combinations, this system has the
flexibility to support future additions and changes to inspection specifications.
(*The expansion unit can be connected to the CV-X422/CV-X452/CV-X472/CV-X482/CV-X152/CV-X172)

Multi-Camera System A P P LI CATI ON EXA MP LE

CAM 1

Camera
Connect up to 4 cameras from a Molding flaw inspection, print inspection
Controller expansion unit
selection of 22 cameras 2M pixel compact color camera + side
view mirror

CAMs 2, 3

Coplanarity inspection
2M pixel monochrome compact camera

When performing simultaneous inspection with multiple cameras, it is possible to reduce

Camera input 2 + 2 total system cost by selecting the best cameras according to the application.

Can be connected with up to Can also be connected with

four laser heads two laser heads and two area cameras

CV-X482 + CA-E100LJ/E110LJ LJ-V HEAD CV-X482 + CA-E100LJ/E110LJ XG-CAMERAS

LJ-V HEAD LJ-V HEAD

CA-E100LJ/E110LJ CA-E100

❚ ILLUMINATION EXPANSION UNIT EASY LIGHT CONTROL WITHOUT CUMBERSOME WIRING

Up to 8 lighting expansion modules can be connected to the main controller. Each unit has 2 lighting connections (connector and terminal style) so up
to sixteen 12 or 24 VDC lights can be connected.

A P P LI CATI ON EXA MP LE

BRIGHTNESS PRESETS FOR EACH INSPECTION SETTING

AUTOMATIC LIGHT INTENSITY ADJUSTMENT FOR EACH PRODUCT TYPE

When the product being inspected changes, different lighting settings may be required
to capture the optimum image. It is possible to automatically change to the light
intensity when a different product is inspected.

Controller Illumination BRIGHTNESS VALUE: 127

Expansion Unit If the brightness level is
unchanged, the captured
BRIGHTNESS VALUE: 127 image may not be optimal
for inspection.
Problems with conventional methods: If left unchanged
PLC control via a number of I/O is necessary

BRIGHTNESS VALUE: 80
By presetting the ideal
Switched to preset brightness level for each
product type, equipment
The optimal brightness changeover will be
for workpieces with low completed with ease.
I/O unnecessary, reflectivity...
and PLC settings are unnecessary!

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MULTIPLE CONTROLLERS
AVAILABLE WITH THE SAME EASE-OF-USE
Selectable according to application, processing speed,
capacity, and camera choice, with HDD-less design

Our lineup includes eight types of controllers available according to

the number and types of cameras to be connected and processing
speed. It is no longer necessary to use multiple devices with different
functionality for each inspection category.

CV-X400 Series NEW

ALL MODELS
ARE
HDD-LESS

HDD-less

High-speed model for area cameras Model that supports 3D

Model CV-X402 CV-X422 CV-X452 CV-X472 CV-X482
Main image processor 3-core DSP 7-core DSP
Max. no. of connectable cameras 2 4 4 4 4
0.31M to 0.47M pixel     
2M pixel —    
5M pixel — —   
Supported
cameras

21M pixel — — —  
CA-HX048C/M     
CA-HX200C/M —    
CA-HX500C/M — —   
LJ-V — — — — 
*1 The LumiTraxTM function is not supported.

NEW Multi-core DSP-integrated CV-X400 Series

Stable high-speed processing is made possible by parallel processing with 14 cores, the largest offering in the industry.

Calculation DSP DSP + CPU CPU

Display
DSP
Color extraction 7 cores for 2 cores for
CV-X102 engine A.C.E.II CV-X402 arithmetic display and
operation control
Control
RISC-CPU 2 cores for 3 cores for
display control

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 MULTI-SPECTRUM IMAGE CAPTURE
Full Spectrum Illumination
Color Accurate Sorting, Even between Slight Color Differences

and Powerful Algorithms NEW

Inspection of Various Types of
Plastic Caps

Multi-spectrum lighting incorporating LEDs in eight colors and a

dedicated control circuit.
Synchronized lighting, color control, segmented lighting, and
high-speed image capture without complicated PLC integration.
Outstanding control of color, shape, gloss, and target variability in CONVENTIONAL COLOR CAMERA MULTI-SPECTRUM MODE
three different modes thanks to a combination of full spectrum
illumination and powerful algorithms.

Although some differences are noticeable, Differences in color are clearly defined.
the extracted colors are largely the same.

Shape Detect Changes in Height with Directional Lighting

Stamped Character Inspection on

Metal Casting

CONVENTIONAL IMAGING ISSUES

Difficult imaging conditions require trial and

error for selecting the optimum light.

CONVENTIONAL CAMERA LumiTraxTM MODE

❙ STANDARD COLOR VS. MULTI-SPECTRUM PROCESSING

Color camera The imaging element receives white
light reflected from the target
through a color filter. This data is
then used to create a color image.
Surface conditions interfere with extraction. Extraction of only shape (irregularity) information
regardless of surface conditions
Target Lighting conditions can be optimized for each target depending on
Variability the color conditions

R G R G Printing Appearance Inspection

G B G B
R G R G
G B G B

Multi-Spectrum Color analysis is performed for every

A red ink defect appears on a printing with a
Image Capture pixel based on eight grey-scale blue background.
images taken at different
wavelengths.
1st image capture: Red LED 2nd image capture: Blue LED
UV B G

AM R FR

IR W

Illumination using a red LED capable of clearly To erase the printed pattern for defect inspection,
viewing the pattern is performed for alignment illumination using the same blue color is
shift correction. performed.

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HARDWARE THAT SUPPORTS
INSPECTION STABILITY

Built-In Dedicated Illumination Control Circuit

Ultra, High-Speed CMOS camera and

Dedicated Control Circuit

Lighting Equipped with 8 High-Brightness LEDs

of Different Wavelengths
Photodiode and Real-Time Intensity Control Circuit

SOFTWARE UTILITIES TO ENSURE

STABLE INSPECTION

❚ 3D Display Function for

Registered Colors
The distribution of registered colors can be displayed in 3D,
indicating how different the registered selected and excluded
colors are and allowing visualisation of whether the inspection
is stable and free from interference from other colors. Green Oval : Extracted color
Grey Oval : Excluded color

❚ Multi-Color Registration Addition/Invalidation

(Support for Invalidation and Integration)
Up to 32 individual colors Colors can not only be
can be stored. This removed but also
Registration of up to 32 extracted colors and 32 excluded makes it possible to invalidated. This provides
colors is possible. This makes it possible to handle a variety of perform adjustment even flexible testing without
Added during operation without having to redo inspection.
color
inspection targets through added color extraction without sacrificing color
Existing Invalidated colors are not used for inspection,
color information.
losing existing color information. In addition, the ability to but the color information is saved.

integrate or invalidate colors later allows for optimisation while

always checking results.

Illumination Time Chart

❚ Real-Time Intensity Feedback • With 1 ms (1/1000 sec) of illumination

Function 1 ms

The photodiode and real-time intensity control circuit within the

lighting is used for feedback control of the LED light intensity.
Setting the current brightness to the regularly used brightness 20 μs × 50

prevents drops in inspection capabilities due to deterioration For every illumination, monitoring and feedback are
performed every 20 μs to adjust the brightness to a
caused by LED ageing. Photodiode and correction circuit consistent intensity.
within the lighting

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 LumiTraxTM
LumiTraxTM
Integration of camera, lighting, and inspection algorithm
LumiTraxTM uses our newly developed ultra high-speed camera and ultra high-speed segmented lighting to capture the target workpiece. This is an
absolutely new imaging method in which multiple images that were taken with lights lit from different directions are analysed in order to generate
shape (irregularities) and texture (pattern) images. This makes it possible to eliminate the workpiece variations and influence of the environment that
prevent stable inspections, which enables anyone to easily perform imaging—a task that conventionally required large amounts of time and
experience.
CONVENTIONAL IMAGING PROBLEMS

• Various surface conditions

The newly developed LumiTraxTM

system eliminates problems

Same Color Noise

Intelligent Camera
Equipped with ultra high-speed
imaging CMOS sensor and
dedicated control IC

+ Pattern Gloss

Segmented Lighting • Influence of the surrounding • Workpiece orientation changes

Equipped with ultra high- environment (ambient light) caused by transfer conditions
intensity LED and circuit for
separate lighting control

+
Powerful Processor
Analyses multiple images Trial and error must
instantaneously to create shape
be performed to
and texture images
select the optimum light.

LumiTraxTM processing

1. Ultra high-speed images are captured with controlled, partial lighting from different directions.

A Upper light image Right light image Left light image Lower light image
B

D
C

Pattern Dent

2. The difference in light intensity at each pixel among the different images is analyzed and used to separate shape
(surface irregularity) and texture (pattern) images for processing.
Pixel A light intensity Pixel B light intensity Pixel C light intensity Pixel D light intensity Texture image Shape image

Right Left Upper Lower Right Left Upper Lower Right Left Upper Lower Right Left Upper Lower
light light light light light light light light light light light light light light light light

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❚ LumiTraxTM TUNING NEW

LumiTrax TM set up has never been easier! Simply follow the navigation and Optimized LumiTrax TM
intuitively select one of the many displayed images, making it possible for shape image is complete!
anyone to easily create the optimal LumiTrax TM shape image.

AFTER

BEFORE

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3

Select inspection type Select the image with the sharpest Select the optimal contrast
feature extraction

Presence/ Flaw ID & OCR/OCV ID & OCR/OCV

Absence Detection (Raised Char.) (Incised Char.)

First, select the type of inspection. Simply choose the best image from multiple options to automatically set the ideal parameters.

Application examples (1) Extracting only the shape (irregularities) information regardless of the surface conditions

❙ Stamped character inspection on metal casting ❙ Printing defect inspection

From a random casting Images are created in
surface, the Stamped which only the slits are
character with greater extracted without being
concave-convex affected by the complex
information are printed background.
emphasized.

Application examples (2) Suppressing glare and ambient light to extract only textures (pattern)

❙ Printed character inspection on a film surface ❙ Tape presence inspection

Glare, which affects Even when unexpected
inspections negatively, is specular reflection occurs
eliminated to enable due to workpieces being
stable inspections. tilted, the glare can be
canceled, which makes it
possible to perform
stable inspections.

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 APPEARANCE/DEFECT INSPECTION
AUTO-TEACH INSPECTION TOOL COLOR

An inspection tool that learns what a good part is.

Just run
The newly incorporated Auto-Teach Inspection Tool uses the camera to learn
good parts
variations and individual differences that exist in the good parts and recognizes
those that fall outside these parameters as defective parts. This algorithm
eliminates unstable elements to successfully guide on-site inspection. Settings are
performed just by running good parts, and eliminates the conventional need for
highly-experienced vision integrators and complicated programming. This is an
inspection tool that makes it possible for anyone to achieve and maintain a stable
inspection.

NEW ALGORITHM! Parts that are different from the learned good parts are
detected as bad!

Defectives not
expected at the
SETTING
time of setting can COMPLETED!
also be detected.

Good Different Incomplete Flaw Good parts learned!

type printing

❚ LEARNING FULL COLOR INFORMATION ❚ HELPFUL IN REALIZING EASY OPERATION

By learning the full color Variability range of Learning data
information for each pixel, good parts CUT INCORRECT LEARNING FUNCTION
defects can be detected
Defective parts are automatically excluded, even if they are
that are impossible to find
mixed-in during auto-teach eliminating the potential for human
using monochrome
error.
inspections while still
allowing for normal color
variation among good SET AUTO-THRESHHOLD FUNCTION
parts.
Automatically calculates and sets threshold values from the
learned good parts.

I D E A L FO R T H E FO L LOWI N G A PPL I C AT I O NS

1 Frequent programming is required due to many product types
Misarrangement inspection for boxes of tissues
Setting is completed just by running good parts. A
wide variety of product features, including color,
shape, and pattern can be handled with a single tool.
2 There are many points to inspect
Plating defect inspection for lead frames
Defect inspection in many locations that generally
requires a long time for programming can be covered
by a single Auto-Teach Inspection Tool.

3 Complex shapes to inspect 4 Variations in good parts

Flaw inspection for connector housings
Since this tool learns the entire part including the
profile, you do not have to set multiple inspection
regions to line up with the different surfaces on a
complex work surface.
Assembly defect inspection for instrument panel buttons
This tool learns and inspects variations such as
different thicknesses caused by different lighting
conditions, which can occur naturally among good
parts. This prevents good parts from being rejected
mistakenly.

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DEFECT
Powerful & flexible appearance
inspection tool
Foreign particles
This tool detects defects, flaws and other
contamination by comparing them to the
surrounding area. In addition to excellent
detection ability, the tool also features a
function to only identify defects that you want
to detect, by size, intensity, shape, and count.

There are small foreign particles
on the inside surface and bottom
of a container.
Contrast image
With conventional binary
processing, these particles cannot
be detected since their intensity
level is close to that of the dark
section inside the container.
The defect inspection tool can
stably detect the foreign particles
alone by ignoring shading
differences.

This function displays levels of defects with different colors depending on Since the contrast image can be checked not only during
the intensity differences from surrounding areas. You can check visually programming, but also during operation. This can be
and intuitively how different the areas you really want to detect are from the utilized effectively in various scenarios, such as
background and noise. investigating the cause of a false reject.

Defect detection for a metal plate ❙ Relationship between contrast image colors and defect levels
Displays sections having Defect level 0 64 128 192 255
intensity differences in
blue to red. In addition, it
is clearly identifiable that
detected defects differ Color Blue Aqua Green Yellow Red
from the background.

Defect/dent

PROFILE DEFECT
Edge defect inspection tool optimized
for burr and flaw inspection
This tool extracts a profile from the edges of Original image

a workpiece and recognizes the sections

that show a large difference from the profile
such as burrs or flaws. In addition to circles
and straight lines, ovals and profiles with
complex shapes consisting of free curves
are supported, based on edge information of
Burr/flaw detection for a
up to 5000 points. plastic mold. Automatically
generates a best-fit reference Detection of a burred section Detection of a flawed section
line to the profile of a part
including curves.
Applicable to various defects

With a variety of parameters, certain defects can be distinguish from others. Settings can be optimized according to inspection category, such as
+/- from the reference line (burrs/flaws) and width/size that exceeds a threshold.

Defect Width
Defect level
Scan direction: + side
Scan direction: - side
Defect size

Burr to detect • : Dot sequence of edge positions – : Detection threshold

Shallow dent is acceptable – : Reference line

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 IM AGE ENHANCE FILTERS
24 types of image enhancement filters are provided to significantly compensate for changes in inspection conditions caused by part variations and external
environments. KEYENCE’s original algorithms generate optimal images for inspection to improve stability and reduce scrapping of good product due to
inspection error.

❚ SCRATCH DEFECT EXTRACTION

Eliminates noise information within the inspection ❙ LINEAR DEFECT ON A METAL COMPONENT
region and only highlights linear information. This
filter is particularly effective for linear defect
inspection for workpieces having rough surface
conditions.

A linear defect cannot be detected due to minute Only linear defects are extracted by ignoring
rough edges on the background. background noise.

❚ SHADING CORRECTION
Cancels shading or uneven brightness occurring ❙ APPEARANCE INSPECTION FOR A PLASTIC MOLD
on the workpiece surface to optimize images for
inspection. Even if shading conditions change Flaw
every time, this filter corrects images in real time
to only extract defective sections.

Shading occurs on the workpiece surface due to Only defects are extracted by cancelling random
the shape consisting of curves. shading in real time.

❚ NOISE ISOLATION
Eliminates or extracts noise having a specified ❙ RECOGNITION OF CHARACTERS PRINTED ON CARDBOARD
area or smaller. This filter is effective for ignoring
a rough background that hinders image
processing or for extracting subtle defects for
easier detections.

Characters cannot be extracted properly due to Only bright and dark noise are removed and the
white and black fibers contained in the cardboard. printing condition remains unaffected.

❙ DEFECT INSPECTION FOR A PLASTIC MOLD

Minute flaws and irregularities exist on the Only black defects smaller than the specified
background and the surface with printed characters. area are extracted.

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❚ CONTRAST EXPANSION
Expands the intensity distribution within the ❙ VARIOUS CIRCUIT BOARD PATTERN INSPECTIONS
inspection region to increase the contrast of an
image. This filter stabilizes inspection when
gradation necessary for image processing
cannot be obtained due to the reflectance of
workpieces.

The location is at the back of the workpiece, so the
light intensity is insufficient, which makes it
impossible to recognize the circuit board pattern.
The circuit board pattern can be recognized clearly.
Because the filter determines the expansion width
from the intensity distribution within the inspection
region, images without overexposure and
underexposure can be captured.

❚ BLUR
Blurs the inspection region to remove a ❙ WIDTH INSPECTION FOR A WELDED PIPE SECTION
significant amount of fine background patterns
or noise. This filter offers more stable inspection
by intentionally blurring images to eliminate
aspects that need not be inspected.

Edges are detected in areas outside the welded The blur filter allows for stable width measurement
section due to hairlines on the metal surface or by eliminating unnecessary featured points other
sputter deposited on surrounding areas. than the welded section.

❚ SUBTRACTION
Compares the current image with a previously ❙ INSPECTION FOR A BROKEN SECTION OF A LEAD FRAME
registered master image to extract sections Reference image (OK product) Current image (NG product) Subtracted image

that differ. It is also possible to take individual

differences in non-defective workpieces into
account and adjust how much differences
should be recognized as defective.

Defective section Only the defective section is extracted.

Only defective sections are extracted even for targets having complex shapes such as lead frames.

❚ PRESERVE INTENSITY
Corrects changes in image brightness due to ❙ ALIGNMENT INSPECTION FOR SCREW MOUNTING
light intensity fluctuation. This filter reduces Current image (normal light) Current image (lowered light) Even if light is lowered, the same
binary conditions are preserved as
variation in measured values caused by with normal light.
intensity fluctuation by correcting the brightness
difference from the reference image at every
capture.

Binary image Binary image Binary image

Without preserve intensity With preserve intensity

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 3D INSPECTION & MEASUREMENT
3D MACHINE VISION NEW

3D makes the impossible possible

3D measurement using height data is now supported, including height, area,
and volume measurement. Using the height-extraction function, 3D data can
be converted into a gray-scale image based off the selected height range. By
applying an existing image processing algorithms to this image, inspection
that has been difficult with an area camera is now possible.

❙ Ultra high-speed 3D shape measurement Profile data

CV-X482 +
LJ-V Series CA-E100LJ/E110LJ
using light-section method
3D shapes of various targets can be measured while
moving at high speed using the LJ-V Series, in-line
profile measurement system featuring ultra high-speed
sampling at 64 kHz. 64000 profiles/sec (max.)

Conventional method: 3D MACHINE VISION

laser displacement sensor + area camera
Conventional camera + displacement sensor
Inspects heights with a laser displacement sensor and
widths and alignments with a camera. This requires
adjustment of installation conditions on each device
and does not synchronize data between the two
devices, making volumes and cross-sections difficult
to calculate.
LJ-V + CV-X482 + CA-E100LJ/E110LJ
Height, width, position, cross-sectional area,
and volume can all be inspected in one system.
Target displacement can also be corrected in
real time.

Low contrast between target and background? - Problem solved!

❙ OCR FOR STAMPING ON A CAST COMPONENT

With an area camera, stable character recognition
is difficult due to variations in background
conditions and poorly defined stamped edges.
Using 3D height information, the background can Workpiece photo Height image

be distinguished clearly from characters. Height extracted image + OCR tool

Defects missed on curved surfaces? - Problem solved!

❙ FLAW/DENT INSPECTION FOR A PLASTIC MOLD

With an area camera, dents cannot be detected

due to shading caused by complicated curved
surfaces or concaved/convexed shapes. Such
detection becomes possible by extracting height
deviation from free-form plane information.
Workpiece photo Height image Height extracted image + defect tool

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❚ HEIGHT MEASUREMENT TOOL
Measures dimensions such as minimum/maximum heights, convex/concave areas and volumes based on 3D data. Flexible measurement is
ensured by specifying any plane within the screen as a zero plane.

Area/volume measurement Zero plane specification

Since a zero plane can be specified as a

reference for height measurement, stable
measurement is ensured, even if the targets
change orientation.

Before zero plane specification

Measures the area and
volume of the concave
and convex parts relative
to the specified plane.
After zero plane specification

❚ IMAGE REGION GENERATOR ❚ CONTROLLER 3D DISPLAY

Converts the specified height range into an inspection region. For improved visualization, a 3D image can be displayed as an
Even if a workpiece changes in shape, inspection will automatically operation screen or together with processed images in a multi-screen
occur only on surfaces within the defined height range. display.
The area is created automatically
according to the shape of the curved
or bent cable.

❚ SIMULTANEOUS GRAYSCALE IMAGE ACQUISITION NEW

Simultaneous processing of 2D and 3D inspections is made possible by obtaining grayscale images from the laser scan.

Simultaneous acquisition of height

Height Grayscale
and grayscale images enables
character inspection as well as
position adjustment using images
where there is no height difference,
supporting a wider range of
applications.

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 ALIGNM ENT/DIMENSION MEASUREMENT
MEASUREMENTS & DIMENSIONS
High-precision dimension inspection can be done intuitively through simple point and click operations
In most cases, dimension/geometric measurement for image processing requires multiple tools and complicated calculation processing. With the
CV-X Series, measurements & dimensions tools can be performed with an easy point-and-click method. Points, lines, and circle information from
other tools can also be referenced making it much easier to develop programs with multiple dimensions requiring inspection.

❚ A vast variety of geometry tools the user can select ❚ Easy scaling with any image size
from
For applications where you would like actual values
instead of pixels, it is possible to easily convert with the
specialized scaling utility.
Points Point/Line Line Distance Point/Circle Line/Circle
Distance Distance Distance Distance
Scaling

1 2 3
Measure the target Input the actual values Convert to actual
(Can select width or pitch) for the inspection region values and display
Circle Distance Line Passing Bisection of Angle Formed by Line/V-Line
Two Points Two Lines Two Lines Intersection

Two Lines Center of Midpoint of Circle Passing

Intersection Quadrangle Points Three Points 312.8 px 10 mm
0.39"

CONVENTIONAL MEASUREMENTS & DIMENSIONS TOOL

Combination of multiple settings and calculations are Settings completed by simply clicking on the desired features
required
DETECTED!
PosX=X(ISect(Line(line1_1.
xy,line1_2.xy),Line(line2_1.
xy,line2_2.xy)))
PosY=Y(ISect(Line(line1_1.
xy,line1_2.xy),Line(line2_1.
xy,line2_2.xy)))

Create settings that
will detect a line in the
left area
Create settings that
will detect a line in the
top area
Two Lines
Intersection
Calculate intersecting Select the feature to be Just specify target EASY DETECTION!
coordinates between 2 executed, and lines with the mouse It is also possible to reference
lines with the calculation coordinates, circles, or lines
function from other tools that have
already been created!

APPLICATION Even objects with complex shapes such as below can be measured quite easily.

CAPACITOR PRESS PARTS LABEL

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RECOGNITION INSPECTION
OCR2 NEW

Simple and Reliable Character Recognition Tool

A tool that checks printed and engraved characters on products.
Simply select the area for inspection and with a press of a button, the image processing settings will automatically be tuned for the
best results. Any user can set the tool up.

STEP1 Set the area STEP2 Carry out tuning and identify characters at the click of a button!

Customizable user dictionary Highly robust

Built-in library can be used in combination Achieves robust performance

with user-defined characters. thanks to a newly developed
Achieves stable ID and OCR/OCV through algorithm, even with background
sub-pattern registration, even with variable noise or low contrast.
print quality. Makes stable inspections
The number of readable characters has also possible.
increased to 40, including the “+” symbol.

1D/2D CODE READERS

Executes reading and image processing inspection simultaneously
Reads the 1D/2D codes printed on the target workpieces. Since code reading and inspection using another image processing tool can
be done simultaneously, this function leads to space saving and cost reduction compared with conventional cases where 1D/2D code
readers and image processor are installed separately.

Supports a variety of codes Print quality verification function

❚ 1D CODE This newly added function to

verify 1D/2D code printing
quality enables in-line
checking of relative changes
in printing quality while
simultaneously reading.

Complies with ISO/IEC 15415,

AIM DPM-1-2006, and SAE
❚ 2D CODES
AS9132.
Notice: T his function is designed to
Within the same workpiece, capture relative changes in print
appearance inspection is quality and thus cannot be used
as a print quality verification
performed simultaneously system for absolute value
DataMatrix QR code with reading of the 2D code. evaluation.

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 V I S I O N - G U I D ED RO B OT I C S
VISION-GUIDED ROBOTICS
Easily develop a vision-guided robotic system
The CV-X Series communicates directly with a
variety of robots, synchronizes the coordinate
systems of the vision system and robot, and
provides stable vision-guided robotic operation.

Auto-calibration function

Calibration is the most difficult aspect

CONVENTIONAL PROBLEMS WITH KEYENCE’S AUTO-CALIBRATION FUNCTION
of constructing and running a system
linking a robot and vision system. The
auto-calibration function provides highly- Manual operation is time-consuming. Easy operation with a single click
accurate and effortless calibration. The
result is reliable and stable calibration Accuracy varies between operators. High accuracy regardless of operator
without the subjectivity of a manual
Difficult to readjust when installation Calibration can immediately be executed to
process.
shifts occur. quickly recover from any positional shift

Difficult to reproduce identical Fast and accurate reproducibility regardless of

environments in different locations. location

Direct communication with the robot controller (Simple connection) Easy navigation

Easily establish direct communication between the robot and the CV-X Simply select the application type you want to implement for
by simply selecting the robot manufacturer. The CV-X can also perform machine vision guidance. Easily configure the settings by following
jog operations on the robot, simplifying the development of the machine the step-by-step procedure.Even first-time users, new to vision-
vision guidance. guided robotics, can implement a system without any trouble.

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POSITION & ALIGNMENT
PatternTrax TM

Search tool with ultimate performance, speed, and accuracy even under inferior image conditions
A highly-stable search can be performed
HIGH ROBUSTNESS
even if changes occur in the target, such
Allows accurate searching even if the capture conditions change from the original registered image.
as chips, flaws, and contrast changes.
This tool also offers very accurate search
performance as a position adjustment
reference for other inspection tools.

Registered image Defect Unclear profile Inverted tones

Reliable detection even with target overlap

Search can be performed on up to 2000 targets
or partial targets

Even if the search target has some overlap with its neighbors or Up to 2000 patterns of the same target can be detected with one
protrudes outside the inspection region, stable detection can still tool. Searching for many small parts in a large field-of-view is
be performed. possible when using the 21 megapixel camera.

Multiple methods of specifying the target detection order

Detection order options have been increased over previous search tools offering higher flexibility in outputting result data.

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 CONNECTOR INSPECTION
CONNECTOR TOOLS
Complex connector inspection settings can be completed by simply following guided steps
Conventionally, inspection setting for connectors with various items and points to be measured require a significant amount of man-hours. With the
CV-X connector tools, this can be done by any user by simply following the guided steps.

Our step method enables

ANY USER to carry out Can be completed just by
connector inspection EASILY following steps specific to
connector inspection

All you have to do for

dimension measurement
Pin Alignment Tolerance Pin Flatness Pitch End Pins Distance
is to select from various (Horizontal)
pre-defined connector
Connector inspection that inspection tools
requires various items to be Pin Alignment Tolerance Gap Vertical Frame Tilt Housing1
(Vertical) Distance Ends Distance
inspected for each product
type and shape
SETTING
COMPLETED!

INSPECTION TOOLS THAT FULLY SUPPORT APPEARANCE INSPECTION
Existing tools can be incorporated
into appearance inspection for resin
overlaps, short shots, and flaws on
housings. Connector inspection is fully
supported with KEYENCE’s accumulated
appearance inspection expertise for
image processing.
Appearance Insp. Appearance
(Profile Position) Inspection
(Area)
CONNECTOR ADJUSTMENT MENU
CONNECTOR APPEARANCE INSPECTION Purpose-specific, guided
navigation is available,
Defect, Blob, Area, Intensity, Profile
including “Change
Position, and Profile Width tools are
Component” and “Change
“multi-region” compatible, which enables
Pin Number”. This allows
simultaneous deployment in multiple
anyone to make necessary
areas. This significantly reduces setting
modifications like adapting a
and adjustment man-hours required for
connector-specific multi-point inspection. program to a similar product
type with a different number
of pins.
Appearance Setting just one point enables automatic
Inspection deployment in the remaining areas!
(Blob)

CONNECTOR-DEDICATED
OPERATION SCREEN
Appearance Insp. Appearance Appearance Insp.
(Profile Width) Inspection (Intensity)
(Defect)

IMAGE STITCHING FUNCTION

Just specify
Multiple split-captured images can easily be stitched into one image. a pin or
stitching point
First image Second image Stitched image
The operation screen most suitable for the

+ connector inspection can be created just

by selecting from the catalog.

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TOOL SELECTION CATALOG
BASED ON APPLICATION
Just select the desired application type, instead of the
traditional tool name
A P P L I C AT I O N
When setting to count the expected
number of workpieces in a case...
A tool catalogue that makes it easy to understand which
tool is best to use from the features that you wish to
inspect has been adopted. This makes it possible for the
users to select the best tools without comprehensively
understanding all the included algorithms.
❚ TOOL CATALOG
The tools have been categorized according
to application, based on common industry
inspection applications. It allows the user to
intuitively find the best tool for their
application.
❚ APPLICATION NAVIGATOR
A description and typical application for
each tool is displayed for optimal selection
of the correct inspection type.
CONVENTIONAL
Inspection is difficult to setup as the user cannot reliably
determine which algorithm is the best choice.
TOOL CATALOG
Just select the inspection category from the tool catalog
Counting tools are outlined in the “Count” category so there is no confusion.
❚ HELP GUIDE FUNCTION
A help guide is incorporated that includes a description of the
parameter that is being adjusted for a clear understanding of what is
being changed.
❚ INTUITIVE MENU ORGANIZATION
The setting menus are arranged so that they are very graphical and
easy to understand in order to help guide the user through the proper
setup of each tool.
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 CAPTURE (IM AGING)
HDR
High dynamic range captures quality Stably detects inspection targets without
images on difficult targets

(capture while automatically changing the shutter speed)

overexposure or underexposure

Detection is possible only within a specific dynamic range

Captures multiple images while automatically

Capture-by-capture dynamic range

Dynamic range after HDR capture

changing the shutter speed and combines them
at high speed to generate images without
overexposure or underexposure. Images ideal

HDR capture
for processing can be captured even when
on-site capture conditions vary or inspection
targets contain uneven glossiness or mixed
intensities.

Glare removal Lighting variation removal

Stable capture results can be obtained even for targets with a high Effective also when lighting conditions vary depending on the workpiece
reflectance such as metal workpieces. shape.

Conventional HDR capture Conventional HDR capture

CALIBRATION
Removes effects of lens distortion or
camera tilting CORRECTION USING A CALIBRATION PATTERN
CAMERA
TILTING
Removes effects due to installation and
LENS
hardware related factors such as camera DISTORTION
tilting and lens distortion. This function offers
consistent capture conditions.
Corrected to
high accuracy!

Calibration is performed using a chessboard/dot pattern.

Tilting and lens distortion are corrected simultaneously.

Corrects tilting Corrects lens distortion

Corrects camera tilting that may occur during installation. This is also Addresses the problem where measurement results differ between
effective when a camera is installed at an position due to installation image center and edge due to lens distortion.
space restrictions.

Original image Corrected image Original image Corrected image

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MULTI-CAPTURE
Optimizes one inspection cycle
Multiple images can be captured under different lighting conditions, allowing COAXIAL
LIGHT
processing and outputting results from all images in one inspection cycle.

CONVENTIONAL

To switch between two types of lighting, the “capture -> inspect -> output” cycle
had to be performed twice. Two triggers had to be input and two outputs also had LOW
to be handled by an external PLC. ANGLE
LIGHT

MULTI - CAPTURE

Images under two types of lighting can be captured with one trigger. This means
there is only one output for each workpiece. Lighting is switched to optimize illumination for each inspection item,
including direction marks, prints, and leads.

IMAGE BUFFER
Parallel inspection during capture at top speed
Image capture is performed at top speed simultaneously storing the image inside Conventional
Halt time Enable
the device and concurrently executing image processing. No restriction will be moving
Image Image Image
imposed on the halt time or moving speed regarding the object, therefore the Capture processing Capture processing Capture processing

designed maximum performance can be exerted.

CONVENTIONAL
Pre-capture
Since repetition of “capture -> inspect -> output” required a longer time for one
Halt time Enable moving
cycle of inspection, the workpiece rotation speed had to be lowered for
Capture Capture Capture
inspection. As a result, the performance of the whole equipment was lowered.
Image Image Image
processing processing processing

Up to 12757 images can be specified

IM AGE BUFFER to be captured.

Since a workpiece can be captured repeatedly at top speed even while rotating, Even for a workpiece rotating at high speed, images are captured at
inspection is possible without increasing the processing time. Performance can top speed for the entire circumference, after which the pre-captured
be improved further by combining with a high-speed camera. images are inspected collectively when the workpiece is fed.

ASYNCHRONOUS TRIGGER
Capture according to equipment movement
Asynchronous trigger is supported, and makes it possible to input triggers
A P P L I C AT I O N
without synchronization with the process currently being executed. There is no
reliance on current image processing conditions, and it is possible to perform Asynchronous capture in
chip-mounter pre and
image capture that matches equipment movement.
post processes

CONVENTIONAL

The index stopping time had to be extended to align timing or two controller units
had to be used.

ASYNCHRONOUS TRIGGER

Because there is no latency for image processing, operation without stopping the Since triggers can be input at any timing according to transfer
equipment is possible even with a single controller. system movement, equipment cycle time can be improved
dramatically.

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 UTILITIES There are many useful utilities for various situations, such
as duplicating an inspection environment on another line,
Easy-to-use utilities applying professional knowledge making adjustments due to many false detections and
from on-site experiences. managing the inspection process in real time.

Navigation that always guarantees a consistent image capture environment

without relying on location. Camera Installation Replication
Traditionally, when an inspection needs to be replicated on another line or if the mounting location of the
CONVENTIONAL camera and lighting is accidentally altered, it is difficult to duplicate the identical camera conditions.
Therefore, a substantial amount of time for adjustments may be required to ensure successful inspections.

SUCCESSFUL LINE
Setting data
Registered image for a
successful line

LINE TO DEPLOY Registered image for a

Copy line that you wish to
deploy
If these images are
different, the settings will
have to be readjusted.

THE CAMERA INSTALLATION CONDITIONS OF THE NEIGHBORING

CAMERA INSTALLATION REPLICATION
SUCCESSFUL LINE ARE REPLICATED
The current image can be matched with the same capture conditions as those of the reference image. This is useful for:
1. Matching an image for a line to deploy with the reference image from a successful line.
2. Making a comparison with the reference image at the point in time when the settings were created to check “if the conditions are still
the same”.

Draws grid lines in featured

areas of the reference image.
The alignment of the camera
ALIGNMENT is adjusted using the grid lines
ADJUSTMENT on the current image side
TOOL that is moving in tandem as a
guideline.

Successful line Line to deploy

Shows areas with different brightness from the reference image in color
so that you can adjust them to reduce the difference.

BRIGHTNESS
ADJUSTMENT
TOOL

Successful line Line to deploy

A comparison with the focal

condition of the reference
image is displayed in a bar
FOCUS TOOL graph. The focus of the lens is
adjusted to match the level of
focus for the reference image.

Successful line Line to deploy

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MACHINE VISION SYSTEM DATABASE CA-H1DB/CA-AD1
Easy long-term storage and management of image
inspection data

VisionDatabase allows long-term storage and analysis of inspection data linked

directly to machine vision images.

MACHINE VISION DATA LINKED DIRECTLY WITH INSPECTION IMAGES

In a manufacturing environment, 100% inspection of products with machine vision is often a critical component of insuring quality and
customer satisfaction. However, when inspection results need to be analyzed to determine the cause of an unexpected production
problem or to investigate a customer complaint, integrating an effective system of storing inspection data with the corresponding
machine vision images has traditionally been very difficult and expensive. VisionDatabase makes it easy to collect, search, analyze,
and verifying machine vision inspection results.

STORAGE OF INSPECTION DATA LINKED TO IMAGES

Easily compare result data with the actual machine
vision image captured at the time of inspection. One
million or more* data sets can be managed safely,
because VisionDatabase automatically traces changes in
inspections settings and output items during operation.

* The maximum number of data sets Data & images linked

that can be stored depends on the for each inspection
usage environment.

MACHINE VISION SYSTEM DATABASE: VisionDatabase BACKUP/EXPORT SETTINGS FUNCTION

Makes a backup of inspection settings.

These functions support retesting with backup images and
export of edited inspection settings.

Database PC software Add-on SD card for controller function

CA-H1DB CA-AD1

EXTERNAL PROCESS DATA LINK SEARCH WITH CUSTOM FILTERS

Links image data to external data, such as serial numbers Saves original search conditions for quick retrieval of desired
or lot codes sent from a barcode reader or PLC, for data data.
management and searching.

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 USER INTERFACE To greatly simplify the customization of operation screens and improve
visualization of the process, an operation screen catalog function is
No complicated customization is required. incorporated along with many custom functions.
Just select a template.

Just select the best screen from the Operator Screen Catalog

point
• Parameters, whose tolerances have
been set, are automatically added to a
list that displays judged and measured
values.
• Even when tools are added later,
additions to the display are performed
in conjunction.
• Units set with scaling are
Just select automatically displayed.

Just selecting the number of display screens you

wish to have will show a selection of screen
layouts for various situations in catalog format.

JUST SELECT THE SCREEN LAYOUT FOR THE SITUATION

To display the current image

with the latest NG image side by side.

To show images from multiple cameras

on a single display.

To automatically zoom in the NG-judged area.

To display an image side-by-side with the reference

image at initial setting so that changes from the start
can be checked.

I NTUI T IVE OP ERAT ION ❚ INTUITIVE OPERATION WITH A

WHE N C REAT IN G S ET T IN G S MOUSE
❚ TOOL BAR DISPLAYING THUMBNAIL PREVIEWS The icon-based, easy-to-understand GUI enables
intuitive operation with a mouse. In addition, the
Added tools are displayed in thumbnails. Because the region can be manipulated on the display directly
inspection region is displayed in a thumbnail, it becomes with a mouse during setting.
easy to understand which part is being inspected.

❚ TOUCH PANEL SUPPORT (CV-X400/X200 Series only)

A touch panel can now be connected

so that you can enhance on-site
efficiency. This ensures easy operation
even where a mouse is not available.
Program adjustment efficiency can be
improved further through combination
with a custom menu.

* Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

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A Custom Menu function that realizes the optimal operation with a single click
During operation, some parameters are adjusted often, and some are kept hidden to prevent misoperation. When using the custom menu
function, the optimal operator menu can be created just by placing a “” on parameters that are often adjusted.

JUST MARK THE PARAMETERS WHEN PERFORMING SETTINGS...

OPERATION COMMENT
FUNCTION INCLUDED

Click to attach a  (star) mark!

When it seems that these parameters

are adjusted often...

A specialized menu
Directly open
that compiles setting parameters
only star-marked
required for operation
() parameters
is now complete!
The operation comment can be displayed
on the help field. The display of information
that is necessary to set the timing, situation,
and guidelines can be input.

13 LANGUAGES SUPPORTED

MULTI-LANGUAGE INPUT SYSTEM INCORPORATED THE CHARACTER STRING INPUT ON

THE CONTROLLER
In addition to conventional display language switching, the character input function ALSO SUPPORTS MULTIPLE LANGUAGES
also supports multiple languages. It is possible to perform direct input for each
language with things such as the tool names or the custom menu comment function A soft keyboard that supports
and operation screen display character strings without switching the language for multiple languages is displayed during entry.
the system itself.

Spanish
English
(Mexican)

Simplified
Thai
Chinese

Traditional
Indonesian
Chinese

Portuguese
French
(Brazilian)

German Vietnamese

Italian Japanese

Korean

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 USER MANUAL AUTO- The User Manual Auto-Generator function, PC Simulator function
and the ability to collect image and measurement data are all

GENERATOR/PC SOFTWARE included with the free PC software.

PC software that strongly supports operation

CUSTOMIZED USER MANUAL ENSURES OPTIMAL OPERATION FOR ALL USERS

CONVENTIONAL

An operation manual is required as reference I want to have on-site operators refer to the
material for a customer that has had the manual but I want to summarize only the
equipment installed... functions I need.

USER MANUAL AUTO-GENERATOR CUSTOMIZED MANUAL CREATION IN A SINGLE CLICK!

CLICK!

CV-H1XA
❚ PC simulator
❚ Image/data logging
❚ User manual auto-generator
❚ Setting file upload/download
Loading
setting files...

E X A M P L E OF C REAT ED M A N U A L CO N TE N TS

Cover sheet How to view the operation screen A list of tools

❙ MULTIPLE LANGUAGE
SUPPORT
User manuals can be created in
thirteen languages according to the
languages of setting files.

❙ MS WORD OUTPUT
Outputs in Microsoft Word format. It is
possible to freely delete unnecessary
parts, and add comments.

❙ TOOL SETTING TIPS

It is possible to insert Tips describing
how each tool’s parameter is typically
adjusted.

❙ TIME SAVING
Many man-hours are saved when
creating a customized user manual
for the inspection.
Basic tool settings An explanation of the main parameters

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REPRODUCES THE SAME CONDITIONS ON A PC AS ON SITE: PC SIMULATOR FUNCTION

CONVENTIONAL

I cannot stop my production line for a long

According to changes in manufactured items,I
time although I want to make adjustments on
need to add settings, but the site is remote
site

PC SIMULATOR Using simulation software installed on a PC,

programming and verification using images can
be performed, even at a remote site.

Download the program,

including both the OK and NG
images, from the controller
running on site.

APPLICATION SAMPLE Exchange e-mail with a programmer at a remote site

MANUFACTURING SITE SETTING OPERATOR MANUFACTURING SITE

Correct settings using

simulation software

Exchange files via e-mail or the

Acquire setting and image files from the controller Transfer corrected setting files to the controller
Internet

Acquire image files and measurement data into a PC and operate controllers remotely:
Data Logging & Remote Desktop Function
Images and measurement results from
a connected controller can be Remote control and
file transmission
acquired into a PC. Using the remote
desktop function, maintenance
Ethernet
man-hours can be reduced
significantly since tasks that require
Office PC Management of multiple controllers
travel to on-site locations can be connected to the LAN within the plant
accomplished remotely, including
setting change for a controller at
another plant.

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 COMMUNICATION AND A wide variety of communication methods are available to satisfy communication
control needs, including logging of images and data, PLC control of the vision

CONTROL system through commands, and various display and monitor functions are
available to improve operation and security. Various monitor functions useful at
A wide variety of communication methods
startup and other times are also available to improve operability and security.
compatible with existing systems

COMMUNICATION INTERFACE
Supports linking to PLCs made by several manufacturers as well as EtherNet/IPTM and PROFINET, which enables easy integration
into an existing system. In addition, remote control via connection to a personal computer and image/result logging to an FTP server
are also available.

Robot Direct Connection

Switching hub

Personal computer

CV-H1X
❚ SIMULATION-SOFTWARE
Setting file upload/download
❚ TERMINAL-SOFTWARE
Measured value/image file logging
Remote desktop function

VNC
ActiveX
VisionDatabase
RS-232C/Ethernet
PLC link

Network-compatible HDD having

the FTP server function
PLC

❚ PLC LINK
PLCs made by several manufacturers can be linked via
RS-232C/Ethernet.
❚ EtherNet/IP™- and
PROFINET- compatible
❚ FTP OUTPUT FUNCTION
Supports image/measured value
output to an FTP server. Images
can be saved for a long period of
SUPPORTED PLC MANUFACTURERS: time by connecting a high-
❚ KEYENCE: KV Series
capacity HDD having the FTP
❚ Omron: SYSMAC Series
❚ Mitsubishi Electric: MELSEC Series
server function.
❚ YASKAWA Electric: MP Series
❚ VisionDatabase OUTPUT OPTION
VisionDatabase allows long-term storage and analysis of inspection
data linked directly to machine vision images.

❚ I/O MONITOR FUNCTION ❚ COMPATIBLE WITH USB 3.0 STORAGE DEVICES

Built-in monitor function checks communication for Save images on large-capacity storage devices up to 2 TB. Hard
EtherNet/IPTM, PROFINET, RS-232C, TCP/IP and disks will be recognized just by connecting to the controller,
discrete signals to troubleshoot problems quickly. eliminating the need for configuration of communication and other
settings.

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 For image sensor operation, it is important that the setting contents are easy to
SECURITY/ACCOUNT understand and can be easily accessed. On the other hand, there is an
extremely strong need not to disclose program contents and prevent the copying
Robust security that protects program of setting files. With the CV-X Series, robust security functions that answer these
assets demands have been prepared and separated by purpose.

CONTROLLER ID LOCK
This is a function that does not start Controller ID: Controller ID:
0123456789 9876543210
program settings with controllers other
than those that have the specified
unique ID (controller ID). This is useful in
protecting against the copying of Controller ID
program assets and unintended LOCK!
controller operation.

Impossible to launch with the

controller not registered to the
program settings!
TOOL EDIT LOCK
If a tool edit lock is applied, browsing or
editing program setting contents will no
longer be possible. This prevents the
external outflow of programming Tool edit
knowledge, such as the parameter lock
values or pre-processing filters used.

Viewing and editing of

program setting
contents are locked!

❚ PASSWORD SETTINGS
The entry of up to 32 characters is supported
for the password. This feature meets demands
for more secure password management.
❚A
 CCOUNT SETTINGS OPERATING SETTING PROTECTION
For a smooth operation after introduction, 3 types of accounts are provided.
Using an account that is managed with a password prevents operation mistake
and unnecessary setting changes.

ADMIN All operations are possible.

Password setting
Custom menu operation, change for the purpose of
OPERATOR program, and saving are possible.
changing accounts
Only viewing operations are
is possible.
USER possible.

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 SYST E M CO N FI G U R AT I O NS

❙ SYSTEM CONFIGURATION (CV-X100 Series)

Sensor, etc. SD card RGB

Mouse monitor CAM 4
I/O terminal

Network-compliant
HDD RS-232C CV-X172 CV-E500
PLC CA-DC21E CAM 3

LED lighting
PC CAM 2

CAM 1
PLC

Ethernet

❙ SYSTEM CONFIGURATION (CV-X402/X422/X452/X472/X482)

Camera
Sensor, etc. SD card Mouse RGB monitor
PC

Camera

USB
Camera
CV-X402/X422/
X452*1/X472/
Touch panel X482*2 CA-E100 CA-DC40E CA-DC50E CA-DC60E
Camera

PLC

Network-
compliant HDD

RS-232C

PLC
USB LED lighting PC

USB
HDD
Ethernet

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 ❙ SYSTEM CONFIGURATION (CV-X482+LJ-V)
LJ-V head
PC Sensor, etc. SD card Mouse RGB monitor

LJ-V head
USB

Touch panel CV-X482 CA-E100LJ CA-E100LJ LJ-V head

LJ-V head

Network-
compliant HDD PC
RS-232C PLC

PLC
Encoder

USB
USB Ethernet
HDD

❙ SYSTEM CONFIGURATION (CV-X402/X422/X452/X472/X482): (When Using Multi-spectrum Lighting)

Camera that supports
LumiTraxTM
PC Sensor, etc. SD card Mouse RGB monitor

Camera that supports

LumiTraxTM

USB

CV-X402/X422/ Camera that supports

X452*1/X472/ LumiTraxTM
Touch panel X482*2 CA-E100 CA-DC60E

Camera that supports

LumiTraxTM

Network-
compliant HDD PC
RS-232C PLC

PLC LED lighting

USB

USB
Ethernet
HDD

*1 Fan unit cannot be connected to CV-X402/X422/X452.

*2 CV-X482 does not include a camera input unit, must attach at least one camera input unit to the controller (up to 2 are supported).

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 PRO D U CT L I N EU P

❚ Controller

5M pixel camera 21M pixel camera 21M pixel camera/

supporting type supporting type LJ-V supporting type
CV-X452 CV-X472 CV-X482
2M pixel camera
supporting type
CV-X422

0.47M pixel camera

supporting type
CV-X402

5M pixel camera
supporting type
CV-X172
2M pixel camera
supporting type
CV-X152
0.47M pixel camera
supporting type
CV-X102

❚ Accessories

Mouse PC software DVD-ROM CV-H1XA

(Accessory) Windows 10 (Home/Pro/Enterprise)
Windows 7 (Home Premium/Professional/Ultimate/Enterprise)
Supported OS languages: English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Korean,
Thai, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Indonesian, Portuguese (Brazilian) and Vietnamese
Only the 64-bit version is supported
* Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Other company names and
product names are also registered trademarks and/or trademarks of the respective
companies.
* CV-H1X is not included in the controller. It can be downloaded from our support site or a
software disk can be sent out via the sale representative, contact KEYENCE for details.

❚ Area camera

21M pixel ×16 speed camera 5M pixel ×11 speed Ultra-compact camera
CA-H2100C (Color) camera 2M pixel camera
CA-H2100M (Monochrome) CV-H500C (Color) CV-S200C (Color)
CV-H500M CV-S200M
(Monochrome) (Monochrome)
2M pixel ×7 speed
camera
CV-H200C (Color)
CV-H200M Ultra-compact camera
5M pixel ×16 speed camera
(Monochrome) 0.31M pixel
CA-HX500C (Color)
CV-S035C (Color)
CA-HX500M (Monochrome) 0.31M pixel ×7 speed
CV-S035M
2M pixel ×16 speed camera
(Monochrome)
camera CV-H035C (Color)
CA-HX200C (Color) CV-H035M
CA-HX200M (Monochrome)
(Monochrome) 2M pixel camera
0.47M pixel ×16 speed CV-200C (Color)
camera CV-200M
CA-HX048C (Color) (Monochrome)
CA-HX048M (Monochrome)
0.31M pixel camera
CV-035C (Color)
CV-035M
(Monochrome)

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❚ Expansion unit

Area camera LJ-V Series LED light Light control

input unit input unit control expansion unit
CA-E100 CA-E100LJ/ expansion unit that supports
CA-E110LJ CA-DC40E LumiTraxTM
Dedicated to CA-DC50E
the CV-X400 Dedicated to the Dedicated to the
Series CV-X400 Series CV-X400 Series Dedicated to the
CV-X400 Series

Light control Camera LED light Light control

expansion unit with expansion control expansion unit
multi-spectrum unit expansion unit that supports
lighting support CV-E500 CA-DC21E CA-DC30E
CA-DC60E
Dedicated to
Dedicated to the the CV-X100
CV-X400 Series Series Dedicated to the Dedicated to the
CV-X100 Series CV-X100 Series

❚ Programmable encoder

Dedicated encoder Encoder relay unit Encoder head cable

CA-EN100H CA-EN100U CA-EN5 (5 m 16.4')
CA-EN10 (10 m 32.8')

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 ❚ Optional accessories

Camera cable ❚ Camera cables

Cable length
Cable type Connector shape
1 m 3.3' 3 m 9.8' 5 m 16.4' 10 m 32.8' 17 m 55.8' Extension cable
Straight CA-CN1 CA-CN3 CA-CN5 CA-CN10 CA-CN17 —
Standard-speed camera cable
L-type — CA-CN3L CA-CN5L CA-CN10L CA-CN17L —
CA-CN7RE
Standard high flex robot cable Straight — CA-CN3R CA-CN5R CA-CN10R CA-CN17R
(7 m 23.0')
Straight — CA-CH3 CA-CH5 CA-CH10 — —
High-speed camera cable
L-type — CA-CH3L CA-CH5L CA-CH10L — —
L-type connector High-speed high flex robot cable Straight — CA-CH3R CA-CH5R CA-CH10R — —
Extension cables (Must be used with amplifier)
Amplifier for
extension cables Standard-speed Extension cable Straight — CA-CN3X — CA-CN10X CA-CN17X —
Straight CA-CN3RX CA-CN10RX
CA-CNX10U Standard high flex robot Extension cable — — — —
(for standard-speed cameras) Straight for Robot CA-CN3BE —
High-speed Extension cable Straight — CA-CH3X — CA-CH10X — —
CA-CHX10U
(for high-speed cameras) Straight CA-CH3RX CA-CN10RX
Standard high flex robot Extension cable — — — —
Straight for Robot CA-CH3BE —

❚ List of supported connection of camera cables

Number of pixels of camera Area camera
the cables can be connected to 21,000,000 pixels 5,000,000 pixels 2,000,000 pixels 480,000 pixels 310,000 pixels

For CA-CH10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
high-speed CA-CH5 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
camera CA-CH3 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
CA-CN17 — — — — ✓
For CA-CN10 — — ✓ — ✓
standard CA-CN5 — — ✓ — ✓
camera CA-CN3 — — ✓ — ✓
CA-CN1 — — ✓ — ✓
CA-CNX10U x1 20 m 65.6' 34 m 111.6'
Maximum CA-CNX10U x2 30 m 98.4' 51 m 167.3'
length CA-CHX10U x1 20 m 65.6' 20 m 65.6' 20 m 65.6' 20 m 65.6' 20 m 65.6'
CA-CHX10U x2 30 m 98.4' 30 m 98.4' 30 m 98.4'

❚ Monitor/touch panel ❚ SD card

SD card (industrial-grade)
12-inch multi-touch CA-MP120(T) 16 GB CA-SD16G(SDHC)
supporting touch panel monitor stand
4 GB CA-SD4G (SDHC)
CA-MP120T OP-87262
CA-MP120(T) 1 GB CA-SD1G
XGA monitor Pole-mounting bracket
CA-MP120 OP-42279

RGB monitor cable Optional accessories for CA-MP120T

OP-66842 (3 m 9.8') For CV-X400:
OP-87055 (10 m 32.8') OP-87264 (3 m 9.8' touch panel modular RS-232C cable)
OP-87265 (10 m 32.8' touch panel modular RS-232C cable)
* To
‌ use the CA-MP120T, RGB monitor
CA-MP120(T)
cable and touch panel RS-232C cable
Protection seal
are required.
OP-87263

❚ Communication cable ❚ Other

Communication cable
conversion connector
For 9-pin OP-26486
Dedicated 24 VDC
For 25-pin OP-26485 power source
For 9-pin SYSMAC OP-84384 CA-U4 (6.5 Amps)
For 9-pin MELSEC* OP-86930 CA-U5 (12.5 Amps) Mouse stand
Extension I/O cable
* When connecting the MELSEC-FX, OP-87601
OP-51657 (3 m 9.8') which requires a 9-pin connection,
use the OP-26486.

Camera mounting stage

CA-S2040

RS-232C Ethernet cable USB cable

communication cable Fan unit for the CV-X400 Series CA-F100
OP-66843 (3 m 9.8') OP-66844 (2 m 6.6')
OP-26487 (2.5 m 8.2') PDF manuals are available for download on visionsystem.com. Contact KEYENCE if a hard copy of
the CV-X Series Setup Manual or User Manual is required (not included with the controller)

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