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CCD Cameras offer 1, 2, or 8 megapixel resolution.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:39:39 -0500

Measuring 52 x 52 x 72 mm, SX Series incorporates Kodak's progressive scan interline CCD sensors, which use Quad-Tap technology. One megapixel sensor is configured as 1,024 x 1,024 pixel matrix, and depending on number of output taps used, can achieve speeds of 120 fps. Two megapixel sensor has horizontal and vertical resolutions of 1,600 x 1,200 pixels, respectively, with speeds up to 68 fps. Serving as digital interface, CameraLink Base minimizes latency time.

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LED Graphics Displays feature 128 x 32 pixels.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:39:31 -0500

Bright red LEE-128G032B and neon orange LEE-128G032-1 solid state displays include drive electronics and +5 V HC CMOS-level video interface. Units have viewing area of 12.75 x 3.15 in. and profile of 1.1 in. Characters measure .65 x .45 in. for long distance readability, while contrast ratio is greater than 30:1 and viewing angle is greater than 150°. Displays are suitable for low- to medium-level information content in various applications.

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Machine Vision Camera complies with GigE Vision standard.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:43:44 -0500

Supporting RGB, RG/BG, and G color output formats, Spyder3 Color has red and blue color pixels alternating in one line and all green pixels in other line with no spacing between lines to minimize image artifact. Unit features 2k and 4k resolutions with 14 x 14 or 10 x 10 µm pixel size, respectively, and 1,000 Mbps bandwidth for image transfer in real time up to 100 m. Pre-calibrated to common light sources, camera incorporates flat field correction and automatic white balance.

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IP Camera Reference Design offers low power, HD processing.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:43:35 -0500

DM368IPNC-MT5 IP camera reference design can process H.264 main profile 1080p video at 30 fps. Complete camera is based on DaVinci(TM) video processor and utilizes 3 W. Performance boost allows camera to support 720p at 60 fps for multiple video formats, including H.264 and MPEG-4, as well as MJPEG at 5 MP at 15 fps. Linux application software package, included, offer ISP Tuning Tool v1.0, hardware-accelerated AES encryption module, and support for PSIA standard.

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LED Bench Light combines bright illumination, energy savings.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:38:34 -0500

Wolf EcoFlex features grooved aluminum head that rotates 340° vertically and 90° horizontally and incorporates four 1 W dimmable white LEDs that are optically mixed to produce even light pattern. Thermal engineering allows LEDs to achieve rated life of 50,000 hr, and 25 in. flexible arm lets user aim light where it is needed. Designed to be environmentally friendly, lamp offers light intensity of 500 fc at 12 in.; 2,000 fc at 6 in.; and 5,000+ fc at 3 in. or less.

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Scanning Software provides personal file management.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:38:25 -0500

Designed to work with ScanSnap scanners, Rack2-Filer allows users to sort, organize, and file paper documents digitally and manage all documents in intuitive virtual library. Users can convert scanned documents and digital data into PDF files and organize them into graphical electronic binders and virtual cabinets. Suited for home and small offices, program offers OCR and send-as-email functions, ability to display search results in binder, and ability to rearrange order of contents.

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Optical Lenses suit imaging, machine vision applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:45:07 -0500

Supporting imaging sensors as large as 2/3 in., TECHSPEC® Compact Fixed Focal Length lenses come in 5 focal lengths from 8.5-35 mm. TECHSPEC Compact Telecentrics offer 65 and 110 mm working distances at magnifications from 0.5x-4x, while TECHSPEC Large Format Telecentrics support sensors up to 28.7 mm diagonal with 4M pixel resolution. TECHSPEC High Resolution Telecentrics support sensors as large as 2/3 in. with 5M pixel resolution and come in 0.28x/0.5x/0.9x/1.7x magnifications.

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Machine Vision Cameras offer high resolution/color quality.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:45:04 -0500

Operating at 25 fps, AT-140CL features three ½ in. progressive scan CCDs, each with 1,392 x 1,040 pixel resolution and individual pixel size of 4.65 microns<sup>2</sup>. Model AT-200CL uses three 1/1.8 in. CCDs with resolution of 1,628 x 1,236 pixels and pixel size of 4.4 microns<sup>2</sup>. Suited for machine vision, both cameras' CCDs are affixed to prism block that splits incoming light into red/green/blue color channels, with 3 sensors aligned to within ¼-pixel accuracy for maximum color precision.

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MR16 LED Lamps have eco-friendly design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:32:06 -0500

With single chip construction utilized for precise focus and optical properties, Z-MR16-5W series of MR16 LED lamps suit applications for illuminating display cases, shelving, and cabinets. RoHS compliant units are offered in range of whites, from 2,700-7,200 K, and illumination angles of 10°, 38°, and 60°. Devices operate from 12 V LED power and are available with two sockets: 2993-G5 with brass insert for mounting and 2993-G6 with standard mounting holes.

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Gradient Index Lenses suit fiber coupling/laser diode beam shaping.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:34:12 -0500

Available in 0.5, 1.0, and 1.8 mm dia for 670, 810, and 1,550 nm wavelengths, Gradient Index (GRIN) Rod Lenses feature plane optical surfaces and achieve focus using continuous change of refractive index within lens material. Available either uncoated or with BBAR coating, lenses are manufactured from alumoscilate glass substrate embedded with silver ions and designed for specific working distances and to provide 0.55 numerical aperture.

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CCD Camera offers image resolutions of 776 x 582 pixels.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:38:07 -0500

Equipped with CIELAB engine that offers advanced real-time color processing, Baumer TXG06ac GigE camera requires only one CCD sensor to deliver high quality color images, and can identify color nuances within narrow color palette. Generic programming interface, Baumer-GAPI, facilitates camera's integration into any application. With footprint of 36 x 36 x 58 mm, camera can fit into small spaces, and is suited for food, pharmaceutical processing, and life sciences applications.

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Intelligent Camera features active Power over Ethernet.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:38:06 -0500

Supplied in industrial housing, 5 Megapixel Nanosmart-PoE VCSBC4012 features RJ45 PoE plug that provides 100 Mbit data interface as well as power supply. RJ48 plug makes available 8 digital 24 V inputs or outputs and 24 Vdc power supply. Users can program delay between flash trigger and exposure start as well as flashing time. Equipped with 6 LEDs that display operational status, Nanosmart-PoE Six can be powered by PC while it exchanges data with PLC using digital I/Os.

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Document Viewer Software offers visual search capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:37:59 -0500

By integrating fast document previewing in indexed and column-based search results, Vizit SP v2.0 accelerates process of finding documents stored in SharePoint. Program includes web-based scanning and page-manipulation, side-by-side document reviewing, and support for more than 200 formats with rendition servers. Features add to set of existing capabilities that optimize how users view, markup, index, compare, search, print, collaborate, and scan documents and images inside SharePoint.

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Warm White LED replaces No. 85 incandescent bulb.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:37:58 -0500

Offering direct LED replacement for 28 V incandescent T-1 ¾ wedge base No. 85 bulbs in many switch and indicator applications, Warm White LED closely matches light characteristics of incandescent bulbs. It can therefore be used behind all colored lenses without changing spectral characteristics. Since LED runs on AC or bipolar DC, correct polarity matching is not required.

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Obstacle Detection/Video System helps prevent backing accidents.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:53:54 -0500

VisionStat(TM) Plus provides driver with audible and visual information when obstacle is detected behind vehicle. Integration of SenseStat(TM) Obstacle Detection Sensor System connected directly with wired VisionStat Camera System, without any additional cabling, allows for visual confirmation via CCD camera along with distance and proximity from any of 4 sensor zones. Commercial-grade system lets driver see exact distance, accurate to 1 in., to closest object on monitor.

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Compact Fluorescent Bulbs offer direct replacement for Halogen PARs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:53:52 -0500

Featuring aluminum reflector, Energy Wiser® 9 W PAR20, 15 W PAR30, and 23 W PAR38 produce Warm White or Soft Daylight color and have minimum starting temperature of -4°F. Medium screw-in based bulbs provide Color Rendering Index of 82 and 8,000 hour life. At 3,000 K color temperature, PAR20, PAR30, and PAR38 produce 350 lumens, 670 lumens, and 1,200 lumens, respectively. Applications include track and recessed residential, commercial, and industrial lighting.

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Machine Vision Cameras are GigE Vision compliant.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:41:19 -0500

Genie(TM) C1280 color and Genie M1280 monochrome cameras feature 1/3 in., 1.2 megapixel Sony CCD image sensors running at 24 fps. Cameras include global electronic shutter with exposure control, flat-field correction, and color conversion (C1280). Integrating camera and board image acquisition technologies, they transmit data over CAT-5e and CAT-6 cables to distances of up to 100 m. Units are supported by Sapera(TM) Essential software for simplified setup.

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Portable Infrared Thermal Imaging Camera weighs 350 g.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:44:46 -0500

MobIR® M8 includes infrared video recording up to 30 min, ability to add audio and text comments to image, and built-in laser for target identification. Unit uses uncooled Microbolometer array with 160 x 120 pixels for operation, and internal memory or mini SD card to store thermal images and visual images. Thermographer adds moveable measurement points to image and set temperature alarms and isotherms. Camera has measuring range from -20 to 250°C, optionally extendable to 350°C.

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Digital Signage Platforms offer energy-efficient design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:41:20 -0500

Models OFP215/OFP240 are 21.5/24 in. HD digital signage platforms that incorporate dual-core Intel® Atom(TM) processor 330 and Intel® 945GC Express chipset. Systems include TFT LCD with 1,920 x 1,080 pixel resolution as well as 1 GB DRAM and 80 GB SATA HDD. They feature 10/100/1000 Ethernet, allowing operator to manage content via Internet, and S-video out, 4 USB 2.0, and audio ports. For installation, units have VESA FPMPMI compliant flat panel mounting.

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Safety Light Curtains provide max sensing range of 26 ft.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:40:32 -0500

Measuring 20 x 30 mm, SLCS and SLCT Series are available in IEC 61496-compliant Type 4 or Type 2 versions, respectively. Units feature M12 micro connector cordsets, integrated control electronics, and solid state OSSDs for self-contained 2-box system. Operating from -22 to +140°F, curtains are available with beam spacings of 14, 30, and 60/90 mm for finger, hand, and body detection, respectively. Quick-release clamp bracket facilitates installation, removal, or replacement without tools.

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