JAI has introduced a second version of its SW-4000TL trilinear color line scan camera, featuring a backward-compatible 10 GigE interface. The new model, the SW-4000TL-10GE, maintains the same 4K (4096 pixels) line resolution and 66 kHz line rate for 24-bit non-interpolated RGB output as its predecessor, the SW-4000TL-PMCL. Replacing the original Camera Link interface is a versatile GigE Vision interface that adapts to the host or network’s supported speed.

Through integrated auto-negotiation technology, the camera automatically supports backward compatibility from 10GBASE-T (10 Gbps) down to NBASE-T (5 Gbps and 2.5 Gbps), or traditional 1000BASE-T (1 Gbps). This flexibility ensures broad application support and is ideal for users seeking Ethernet adaptability while gradually upgrading interface speeds.

The SW-4000TL-10GE combines high-performance trilinear technology with numerous unique features, offering designers an attractive alternative for applications without the need for JAI’s prism color line scan cameras’ ultimate precision. For instance, its custom CMOS imager includes six separate pixel lines (two each of red, green, and blue) measuring 7.5 microns apiece—more than standard trilinear sensors. This configuration enables horizontal binning, vertical binning, or combinations thereof, a feature not found in other high-speed trilinear cameras.

Furthermore, the sensor’s readout architecture doubles signal output from two pixels via a single diffusion node without increasing noise, enhancing sensitivity during binning operations. Another unique capability is built-in color conversion, allowing native HSI or CIEXYZ outputs alongside standard RGB conversions to sRGB or Adobe RGB spaces—or user-defined custom matrices.

The camera includes spatial compensation and tilted view correction for synchronized R, G, B alignment. It also features four input lines with algorithms supporting direct rotary encoder connections, enabling seamless integration as a single subsystem. This capability extends to daisy-chaining multiple cameras in multi-camera setups and automatically detecting scan direction changes—adjusting spatial compensation if reversal occurs.

Additional standard features include gain adjustment, black level control, manual/automatic white balancing, shading correction, PRNU/DSNU noise reduction, timestamps, delayed readout support, action commands, GenICam-compliant chunk data (metadata), and flexible output formats like YUV422_8 or YUV422_8_UYVY. Connectivity uses a standard RJ-45 connector compatible with Cat5e through Cat7 cables depending on the Ethernet standard.

Available lens mounts include Nikon F-mount or M42x1 with 16mm flange back distance. Standard features also cover gain adjustment, black level control, white balancing (manual/automatic), shading correction, PRNU and DSNU noise reduction, timestamps, and support for GigE Vision functions like delayed readout, action commands, chunk data.

The SW-4000TL-10GE employs a standard RJ-45 connector compatible with Cat5e through Cat7 cables based on the Ethernet standard. Users can select from 3 x 8-bit or 3 x 10-bit output formats and support YUV422_8, YUV422_8_UYVY.

For more information:
Download datasheet to learn about the SW-4000TL-10GE color line scan camera.

Alternatively, explore our Tech Guide on color imaging solutions here.

Last Updated: 2025-09-05 02:47:18