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PREFACE

System serial numbers

Unit type Serial number
EVO Cam II
Multi-axis stand
Ergo stand
Focus assembly
Transmitted substage illumination module (option)
EVO Cam II
On the rear of the unit.
Ergo stand
S/N
At the base of the column at the back. S/N

Multi-axis stand
On the rear of the stand mechanism. Focus assembly
S/N
On the rear of the unit.

S/N

Transmitted substage illumination module (option)

On the underside of the module. S/N
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Contents
Contents
PREFACE 3 ASSEMBLY 10 MAINTENANCE 28
System serial numbers 3 Transmitted substage illuminator (option) 10 Troubleshooting 29
EVO Cam II 3 Stand mounts 11 Taking care of your EVO Cam II 29
Multi-axis stand 3 Ergo stand 11
Ergo stand 3 Polarisation filter (option) 11 FIRMWARE UPGRADE 29
Focus assembly 3 Multi-axis stand 11
12 Firmware upgrade 29
Transmitted substage illumination module (option) 3
Objective lens
Copyright 4 Cabling 12
Disclaimer 4
SPECIFICATION 30
OPERATION 13
General 6
Safety 6 Quick start 13 SERVICING 31
Cleaning 6 Control functions 14
Servicing 6 Power on/off 14 Service record 31
Symbols used 6 Illumination control 14

Warning! 6
Image capture 14 WARRANTY 32
Magnification 15
Warning of electrical shock hazard 6 Magnification level OSD (On Screen Display) 15
Important information 6 Overview 15
Main menu options 16
Health & safety 6 Exposure options 16
Electrical safety 6
Focus options 18
Illumination safety 6
Calibration 19
Environmental considerations 6
Presets and hotkeys 21
Operator wellbeing 6
Settings 22
Compliance statements 6
Using the remote keypad (optional) 28
SYSTEM DIAGRAM 7 Auto/Manual exposure switch 28
Front Panel Lock 28
Sub-assemblies 7 Auto/Manual focus switch 28
Optical data 8 Quick Auto White Balance 28
Stand options 9 Changing the camera objective lens 28
Using the Video Out via USB 3. 28
General Warning of electrical shock hazard
Operator wellbeing
ƒƒ The advanced ergonomic design and construction of
Safety This symbol indicates the presence of electric shock hazards. Vision Engineering products are intended to deliver
Please consult the operating instructions provided with the superior ergonomic performance, reducing the exertion
Before using your system for the first time, please read the
product. of the user to a minimum. Depending on the duration
Health & safety section of the user guide.
Important information of uninterrupted work, appropriate measures should
Ensure that:
be taken to sustain optimal operator performance.
ƒƒ Your system and accessories are operated, maintained This symbol indicates important information. Please This could include: Optimal arrangement of workplace;
and repaired by authorised and trained personnel only. carefully follow the instructions or guidelines. Variation in task activity; Training of personnel on
ƒƒ All operators have read, understood and observe the user Health & safety workplace ergonomics and general health and safety
manual, in particular the safety regulations. principles.
Unauthorised alterations to the instrument or
ƒƒ It is important to set-up and optimise your working
Cleaning non-compliant use shall invalidate all rights to any
environment correctly in order to obtain maximum benefit
warranty claims.
ƒƒ Disconnect your system from the electrical source before from the advanced ergonomic design of your system. For
cleaning. Electrical safety more information visit: www.visioneng.com/ergonomics
ƒƒ Do not use any unsuitable cleaning agents, chemicals or ƒƒ Disconnect your system from the electrical source before
techniques for cleaning. undertaking any maintenance. Compliance statements
ƒƒ Avoid using any form of liquid near the system. Vision Engineering and its products conforms to the requirements
ƒƒ Never use chemicals to clean coloured surfaces or
of the EC Directives on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
accessories with rubberised parts. ƒƒ Do not operate your system with wet hands.
(WEEE) and Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).
ƒƒ Use a specialist lens cloth to clean optical surfaces. Illumination safety All Vision Engineering products conform to the CE mark,
ƒƒ Do not look directly at the illuminated LED’s. This may
Servicing
cause damage to the eyesight.
Repairs may only be carried out by Vision Engineering-
trained service personnel. Only original Vision Engineering Environmental considerations
spare parts may be used. ƒƒ Avoid large temperature fluctuations, direct sunlight and
vibrations. demonstrating that each product meets the requirements
Symbols used
ƒƒ Ensure electrical components are at least 10cm from walls of the applicable EC directives. Where applicable, other
Warning! and combustible materials. characteristics of the CE directive are implied such as
essential health and safety requirements from all the
A potential risk of danger exists. Failure to comply can ƒƒ Position the system on a firm, rigid and level table.
directives that applies to its product, including low voltage
cause i) a hazard to personnel; ii) instrument malfunction ƒƒ The equipment should be positioned so that access to the directive and the EMC directive.
and damage. Please consult the operating instructions electrical input connector is always available.
provided with the product. ƒƒ Avoid positioning your system where bright reflections
may affect the image.
 SYSTEM DIAGRAM
Contents
Sub-assemblies
Start page Standard box contents:
ƒƒ EVO Cam II camera unit
ƒƒ Power supply unit
ƒƒ Plug cord
ƒƒ HDMI cable
EVO Cam II
Preface ECH 005 ƒƒ USB3 cable
ƒƒ Lens cloth
System Diagram ƒƒ 2mm HEX key

Assembly

Operation
P1 P2 P3
PRESET

Maintenance

Specification

360° rotating viewer Remote Keypad

(optional) (optional)
EVR066 ECX155
Objective lenses
(see Optical data tables)

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7 SYSTEM DIAGRAM
Contents Optical data
Objective Part Magnification Working Field of view Field of view
Start page lens number zoom range* distance at min. zoom at max. zoom
(width / height) (width / height)
Full field: 2.27x – 68.04x 241.0mm / 134.0mm 7.8mm / 4.2mm
0.45x ECL001 160mm
Optimal: 3.78x – 68.04x 142.6mm / 82.6mm 7.8mm / 4.2mm
0.62x ECL002 Full field: 3.12x – 93.74x 106mm 173.1mm / 96.8mm 5.5mm / 3.1mm
Preface Full field: 5.04x – 151.2x 88.0mm / 57.0mm 3.5mm / 2.0mm
1.0x ECL003 85mm
Optimal: 12.56x – 151.2x 40.2mm / 23.1mm 3.5mm / 2.0mm
System Diagram Full field: 7.56x – 226.8x 45.0mm / 36.0mm 2.3mm / 1.2mm
1.5x ECL150 43mm
Optimal: 16.38x – 226.8x 28.5mm / 17.0mm 2.3mm / 1.2mm
Assembly Full field: 10.08x – 302.4x 37.0mm / 27.0mm 1.5mm / 1.0mm
2.0x ECL200 29mm
Optimal: 23.18x – 302.4x 20.5mm / 12.5mm 1.5mm / 1.0mm
Operation * with 24” monitor
Objective Part Magnification Working Field of view Field of view
Maintenance lens number zoom range* distance at min. zoom at max. zoom
(width / height) (width / height)
Specification 4 dioptre ECL040 Full field: 1.71x – 51.41x 245mm 293mm / 171mm 10mm / 5.5mm
5 dioptre ECL050 Full field: 2.12x – 65.5x 197mm 232mm / 135mm 8mm / 4.5mm
* with 24” monitor

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8 SYSTEM DIAGRAM
Contents
Stand options
Start page

Preface

Multi-axis stand
System Diagram column and arm
EVB021
Ergo stand
with focus
Assembly EVB010

Operation

Multi-axis stand 75mm Riser Block

Maintenance
base board EVB093

EVB022

Specification

Multi-directional
floating stage
Focus assembly EVS120
EVF111

Transmitted substage illumination

Monitor mount EVS012
EVB092

Other stands are also available.

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9 SYSTEM DIAGRAM
 ASSEMBLY
Contents u
Transmitted substage illuminator (option)
Start page `` Remove the stage cover plate u and thread the lead v through the stand base.
x v
`` Locate the illuminator w into the stage base and secure it with the 2 screws x.

Preface
w
`` Carefully lay the Ergo stand on to its side and thread the lead through the base as shown.
System Diagram
`` Push the cable grommet y into the stand.

Assembly

Operation

Maintenance
y
Specification `` Turn the Ergo stand upright and replace the illuminator diffuser z shiny side up, surround { and glass |.

`` Once EVO Cam II is installed on the stand (see page 11) connect the sub-stage power cable to the EVO Cam II.
|
If assembling the optional glare reducing filter, this needs to be placed between the diffuser and
the surround.
{

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Contents Stand mounts
Ergo stand w
Start page
`` Locate EVO Cam II u on to the stand’s dovetail interface v.

`` Tighten securing grub screw w with HEX key provided u

Polarisation filter (option)
v
Preface Please contact Vision Engineering to have polariser fitted into the unit by an authorised engineer.

System Diagram Multi-axis stand u xw

`` Place focus assembly u on the mounting post v so that the locator pin is located in the locator
Assembly pin recess w.
To change the camera rotation, remove the locator pin from the focus assembly before attaching v
Operation it to the mounting post and attach the focus assembly in the desired orientation. y

Maintenance
Take care when mounting EVO Cam II.
w
`` Ensure the mounting plate is perpendicular to the base or work bench. Tighten the 2x grub screws x
at the top of the focus assembly and the 2x grub screws y at the bottom of the focus assembly.
Specification u
`` Locate EVO Cam II u on to the stand’s dovetail interface v. v
`` Tighten securing grub screw w with HEX key provided
y
`` Secure the cable retaining clip x under the knuckle of the multi-axis stand using the screw y
provided. The clip can be secured to the left or right side.

x
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Contents Objective lens
`` While holding the objective lens u in position, use the HEX key supplied to secure the lens by tightening
Start page the grub screw v finger tight.
Do not over tighten the grub screw holding the lens in place.

u
Preface

Cabling v
System Diagram
`` Plug the HDMI cable into the EVO Cam II connector u and the other end into your HDMI-compatible
Assembly monitor or TV.

`` The USB3 connetor v is used for video out and software control.
Operation
`` Plug the power supply into a mains socket. Plug the power lead from the power supply into the
EVO Cam II power connector w on the back of the unit.
Maintenance
`` If required, an external ringlight (option) can be used with EVO Cam II. Plug the external ringlight into
Specification the rear panel connector x of EVO Cam II.
Only use a Vision Engineering-authorised external ringlight with EVO Cam II.
`` Plug the transmitted substage illuminator cable into the connector y on the rear panel of EVO Cam II.
The transmitted substage illuminator is an option for use with the Ergo stand. u
`` Plug the external remote keypad (optional) into socket z at rear of EVO Cam II.

v z
x w y
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 OPERATION
Contents
Quick start u Ring-light illumination control
Start page u Power on/off { - Press ‘+’ to increase brightness
v Zoom in - Press ‘–’ to decrease brightness
w Zoom out v Press and hold ‘+’ or ‘-’ for fast change to
x Image capture | illumination.
y Transmitted substage illuminator (option) Short press ‘+’ or ‘-’ for fine adjustment
z Overview mode x Menu
Preface { Ringlight illumination control
| - Short press = Access camera menu
| Menu { (see page 16)
System Diagram Power on/off
x - Short press = exit menu
u - Short press = Power on y Image brightness shortcut
- Long press = Power off
Assembly z In AE or AP mode while on the main screen.
Zoom control
| - Long press (3s) to activate the image
Operation v - Zoom in w brightness shortcut
w - Zoom out
v - Press to increase image brightness
Maintenance Image capture
x - Capture image Not available in ME mode.
Specification Transmitted substage illuminator (option)
y - Press ‘+’ to increase brightness
- Press ‘–’ to decrease brightness
Press and hold ‘+’ or ‘-’ for fast change to illumination.
Short press ‘+’ or ‘-’ for fine adjustment
Overview mode
z - Short press = Activate overview mode
(Press any button to exit overview mode)

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13 OPERATION
Contents Control functions
Power on/off
Start page When the system is plugged in the unit will take approximately 8 seconds before it can power on properly u
`` Push the power button u to turn the unit on. After four beeps and a few seconds the picture from
the camera will appear. If not, switch your monitor to the input used for EVO Cam II.

w v
Preface `` There will also be a panel in the top left of the screen displaying the EVO Cam II’s current settings.
`` To turn EVO Cam II off, hold the Power button in for approximately 2 seconds.
System Diagram Illumination control
`` The integrated ringlight illumination level can be adjusted by the right hand side buttons v.
Assembly
`` The optional sub-stage illuminator intensity can be adjusted using the left hand side buttons w.
Operation `` When connected, the external rightlight illumination level can be adjusted using the right hand
side buttons v. u
Maintenance Holding down the buttons will allow for faster control of the light settings.
The internal ringlight is disabled when an external ringlight is connected.

Specification Image capture

`` To use this feature, insert a USB memory stick into the USB port u.
v
`` When the system has detected the USB memory stick it will report “USB Flash Drive Ready”
`` When you have an image you want to capture, simply press the capture button v.
`` The system will indicate the image is being saved to the drive. The image is saved in the format
selected in settings (see Save format options on page 24).
`` The image name is Date and Time stamped and saved in the format “IMG-date.png” where the
date is arranged as in the camera settings (see page 25).
The USB memory stick must be in FAT File System Format. It will not work with any other format.
When USB memory stick is removed “USB Flash Drive Removed” message is shown

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 Magnification
Contents
`` Press the Zoom-In button u to enlarge the subject within the image and Zoom-Out button v to
reduce the subject size within the image. The unit will make a sound to indicate when it has reached
Start page
maximum or minimum zoom limits.
u
Magnification level OSD (On Screen Display)
The current magnification level is displayed for example “x30“to show a magnification level of 30.
When the magnification changes from optical to digital zoom a‘d’ is also displayed, e.g. “x60d” w
Preface to indicate a magnification level of 60 including digital zoom.
When changing lenses or monitor, the Screen Size and Lens Power settings need to be changed x
System Diagram using the menu options (see page 22) to ensure the correct magnification is displayed.
Overview
Assembly Overview allows you to easily locate a point of interest on the object you are viewing.
`` Press and release the Overview button w to make the camera zoom out fully.
Operation
`` Place the point of interest in the centre of the screen and press any key to restore the magnification
to the previous level.
Maintenance v
Specification

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Contents Main menu options Exposure options
`` To access the Main Menu press the Menu button . The following main exposure options are available:
Start page ƒƒ Auto exposure
ƒƒ Aperture priority
ƒƒ Manual exposure

Preface

System Diagram

Assembly

Operation
`` Use the , , , and buttons to navigate the menu, and the
button to make a selection.
Maintenance
`` To Exit the menu simply press the image capture button until it is no
longer displayed.
Specification
The following main menu options are available:
ƒƒ Exposure
ƒƒ Focus
`` Use the and buttons to highlight the option required and then
ƒƒ Calibration
press to enter the relevant settings screen or to select the option
ƒƒ Measurement
ƒƒ Presets with the current settings then press to return to the main menu.
ƒƒ Settings
ƒƒ Set image replay settings
ƒƒ Focus stack settings
`` Use the and buttons to select the option required and then
press to display the relevant sub-menu.

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 Auto exposure Aperture priority
Contents
Using this option, exposure is calculated and adjusted automatically. Target This option allows the exposure to be calculated automatically when the user
brightness can be set to users desired level. sets the aperture value (F14 – F1.6 & closed). This allows easy control of the
Start page depth of field while maintaining the correct exposure. Target brightness can
`` With the exposure options displayed, use the and buttons to
highlight automatic exposure (AE). be set to users desired level.
`` With the exposure options displayed, use the and buttons to
`` Press to display the highlighted brightness setting. highlight aperture priority (AP).

`` Press to display the AP options and then use the and buttons to
Preface
highlight either the f-number option or the brightness option.

System Diagram

Assembly

Operation

Maintenance
`` Press to enable the value to be altered if necessary.
Specification
`` Use the and buttons to decrease or increase the value as
required. `` With the required option selected, press to enable the value to be
altered if necessary.
`` With the required value set, press to store it and then press to
return to the exposure menu. `` Use the and buttons to decrease or increase the value as required.

`` Press to turn on the blue indicator next to the option to select it `` With the required values set, press to store it and then press to
then press to return to the main menu. return to the exposure menu.

`` Press to turn on the blue indicator next to the option to ensure it has
been selected then press to return to the main menu.

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 Manual exposure Focus options
Contents
This option enables exposure controls to be set manually. Aperture, Gain and
Auto/Manual focus
Exposure time can all be adjusted. Aperture (F14 – F1.6 & closed), Gain (1 -
Start page 15) and Exposure time (1/10,000 – 1s) This option allows the user to set the EVO Cam II’s focus to be set
automatically if the subject is within range, or set a specific focal distance.
`` With the exposure options displayed, use the and buttons to
highlight manual exposure (ME). `` With the focus options (AF/MF) displayed, use the and buttons to
highlight automatic or manual focus as required.
`` Press to display the ME options and then use the and
buttons to highlight either the f-number, gain, or exposure time option.
Preface

System Diagram

Assembly

Operation

Maintenance
`` Press to turn on the blue indicator next to the required option to
Specification ensure it has been selected.
`` With the required option selected, press to enable the value to be
`` If the manual focus option is selected, press to display the distance
altered if necessary.
setting.
`` Use the and buttons to decrease or increase the value as
`` Press to enable the value to be altered if necessary.
required.
`` Use the and buttons to decrease or increase the value as required.
`` With the required values set, press to store it and then press to
return to the exposure menu. If the focus position is not set to ‘Inf’ the zoom will not maintain
parfocality.
`` Press to turn on the blue indicator next to the option to ensure it `` With the required values set, press to store it and then press to
has been selected then press to return to the main menu. return to the focus menu.
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18 OPERATION
 Calibration Minimum zoom calibration
Contents
`` Press the button enough times to hide the menu panel so only the
Before setting a calibration, ensure the unit is in Manual Focus mode
at Inf (infinity), see page 18. When a calibration is set, the unit header bar is shown (as below).
Start page is automatically set to Manual Focus mode and this can cause the
object to move out of focus if working in Automatic Focus mode.

`` Place a known point of measurement under the EVOCam lens. (e.g. a ruler)
and use the EVOCam II zoom control to set the minimum zoom position
to be calibrated.
Preface
`` Press the to display the menu and use the and button to highlight
the Calibrate options icon ( ) then press the button to display the
System Diagram options.
`` Use the and buttons to highlight the Minimum Zoom icon and
Assembly then press to enable the values to be entered as follows.
`` Use the to highlight the left cursor icon and then press .
Operation `` Use the and buttons to move the left cursor to the required
position.
Maintenance `` Use the to highlight the right cursor icon and then press .
`` Use the and buttons to move the right cursor to the required
Specification position.
There are two types of Calibration setting:
`` With both left and right cursor positions set, press , and to set
ƒƒ Minimum zoom calibration (most accurate) the calibration.
ƒƒ Minimum/Maximum zoom calibration
Minimum/Maximum zoom calibration
Minimum Zoom Calibration will lock the zoom to one point.
Minimum/Maximum zoom calibration will allow movement through `` Press the button enough times to hide the menu panel so only the
the zoom range while maintaining calibration header bar is shown (see below).

`` Place a known point of measurement under the EVOCam lens. (e.g. a ruler)
and use the EVOCam II zoom control to set the minimum zoom position
to be calibrated.
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19 OPERATION
 Measurement
Contents `` Press the to display the menu and use the and button to
highlight the Calibrate options icon ( ) then press the button to `` With the measurement options ( ) displayed, use the and
display the options. buttons to highlight the option required and then press to highlight
Start page `` Use the and buttons to highlight the Minimum Zoom icon and then enable the value to be altered if necessary.
and then press to enable the values to be entered as follows.
`` Use the to highlight the left cursor icon and then press .
`` Use the and buttons to move the left cursor to the required position.
`` Use the to highlight the right cursor icon and then press .
Preface
`` Use the and buttons to move the right cursor to the required position.
`` With both left and right cursor positions set, press enough times to
System Diagram
hide the menu panel again.
`` Use the EVOCam II zoom control to set the maximum zoom position to
Assembly be calibrated.
`` Press the to display the menu and use the and button to
Operation highlight the Calibrate options icon ( ) then press the button to
display the options. Cursor
Maintenance `` Use the and buttons to highlight the Maximum Zoom icon This option enables a measurement to be made between moveable cursors.
and then press to enable the values to be entered as follows.
Calibration can be carried out with this option set. No units will be
Specification `` Use the to highlight the left cursor icon and then press .
shown if calibration is not set.
`` Use the and buttons to move the left cursor to the required position. The cursors’ measurement units and colour can be altered using the
`` Use the to highlight the right cursor icon and then press . settings option (see page 22 and page 25 respectively).
`` Use the and buttons to move the right cursor to the required position. `` Use the and buttons to highlight either the top left cursor ( ) or
`` With both left and right cursor positions set, press , and to lower right cursor ( ) and then press to select it in order to change its
set the calibration. position.
When maximum/minimum calibration is set and cursors are turned `` Use the , , and buttons to adjust the selected cursor’s position
on, the system will display the calibrated range of the system in the
measurements bar (see below) Measurements are most accurate in and then press to save the altered position and return to the cursor
this zoom range. Values outside of this will be extrapolated. option.

`` Press to return to the measurement options.

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20 OPERATION
 Grid Presets and hotkeys
Contents
This option enables a grid to be displayed on the screen. Both the size and The current camera settings can be saved as one of the 10 presets. These
position of the grid can be altered as follows: settings can then be exported and subsequently imported, enabling multiple
Start page Calibration can be carried out with this option set. No units will be
EVO Cam II cameras to be standardised.
shown if calibration is not set.
The grid measurement units and colour can be altered using the Any of the 10 presets can be assigned to one of the three hotkeys on the
settings option (see page 22 and page 25 respectively). optional remote keypad.
`` Use the and buttons to highlight either grid size ( ) or grid Presets
position ( ) and then press to select it in order to change its value. `` With the presets options ( ) displayed, use the and buttons to
Preface highlight the required preset and then press to select it.
`` Use the , , and buttons to adjust the selected grid value
and then press to save the altered setting and return to the grid option. `` Press and then use the and buttons to enable one of the
System Diagram
following options:
`` Press to return to the measurement options.
Assembly Off Save: press to save the current EVO Cam II settings to the selected preset
Export: press to export the current settings to a USB stick
`` Highlight the Off button and press to ensure neither the cursor or the
Import: press to import a preset file from a USB stick
Operation grid are displayed.
Overlay `` Press to return to the preset options.
Maintenance An overlay file can be imported from the root directory of a USB stick and Hotkeys
displayed for comparison with a live image. The file must be PNG format with This option enables each of the three hot keys on the optional remote keypad
Specification transparent background, and must match the camera image size (1920x1080 to have one of the 10 presets assigned to it.
pixels). Files of different sizes will align to the top left corner of the image.
`` Press to highlight the Hotkeys option and then use the and
Overlay files do not have to have a specific file name, a user can move through
buttons to highlight the required hotkey.
the images and select the one they want by using the and buttons).
`` Use the and buttons to highlight one of the following options `` Press and then use the and buttons to highlight one of the 10
then press to activate it. presets (or None) as required.
ON: Turn the overlay on IMPORT : Import overlay file from USB stick. `` Press to assign the selected preset (or None) to the hotkey and then
OFF: Turn the overlay off CLEAR: Clears overlay file from the memory.
press to return to the preset options.
Importing an overlay file will overwrite any existing overlay file
already imported. Once the overlay is imported the USB stick can be
removed and the overlay will remain on the system

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 Settings Set measurement units
Contents `` With set measurement units ( ) highlighted, press .
With the settings options ( ) displayed, use the and buttons to
select from the following: `` To alter the units, use the and buttons to highlight either mm or
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ƒƒ Magnification inch, press to store the change and then press to return to the
ƒƒ Image mode magnification options.
ƒƒ User interface Set digital zoom
ƒƒ System set up `` With set digital zoom ( ) highlighted, press .
Magnification `` To turn digital zoom on or off, use the and buttons to highlight
Preface
`` With the magnification ( ) options highlighted, press and then the required state, press to store the change and then press to
use the and buttons to enable one of the following options: return to the magnification options.
System Diagram
ƒƒ Set screen size
Set zoom limits
ƒƒ Set lens power
Assembly ƒƒ Set measurement units `` With the Limit button highlighted, press .
ƒƒ Set digital zoom `` To turn set zoom limit on or off, use the and buttons to highlight
Operation ƒƒ Set zoom limits the required state, press .
Set screen size
`` To set the minimum and maximum zoom limit, use the and
Maintenance `` With set screen size ( ) highlighted, press .
buttons to highlight the appropriate setting and press .
`` To alter the screen size (its diagonal measurement), press and then
Specification use the and buttons to set the size between 1 and 100 inches. `` Use the and buttons to set the required level (between 0 and 720)
and press to store the setting.
`` With the required value set, press to store it and then press to
return to the magnification options. `` When the limits have been set, press to return to the magnification
Set lens power options.

`` With set lens power ( ) highlighted, press . `` When turned on, zoom limits will be displayed next to the magnification
Some lenses have two options; Optimal Field and Full Field. Optimum Field value in the header bar (see below).
has been designed to restrict minimum zoom to reduce any vignetting
from the set lens. Full Field allows the full zoom range of the lens.
`` To alter the lens power, use the and buttons to highlight the
required value, press to store it and then press to return to the
magnification options.
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 Image settings Wide dynamic range
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`` With the image settings ( ) option highlighted, press and then Wide Dynamic Range is only effective when in Automatic Exposure Mode.
use the and buttons to enable one of the following options: Activate wide dynamic range to enhance image information in shadow and
Start page highlight areas of high contrast subjects.
ƒƒ Auto white balance
ƒƒ Black and white `` With wide dynamic range ( ) highlighted, press .
ƒƒ Wide dynamic range
`` To turn wide dynamic range on or off, use the and buttons to
ƒƒ Infra red mode
highlight the required state, press to store the change and then press
ƒƒ Noise reduction
Preface to return to the magnification options.
ƒƒ Save button options
ƒƒ Save format options Infra red mode
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ƒƒ Time stamp positions Activating the infra red mode removes the internal infrared filter to extend
the range of sensitivity. Image is displayed in black and white to incorporate
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ƒƒ Metadata on/off
infrared wavelengths. Optionally, IR-transmitting filters (IR720) can be added
Auto white balance to objectives for IR only imaging.
Operation `` With auto white balance ( ) highlighted, press . `` With infra red mode ( ) highlighted, press .
`` To set auto white balance, press . The ‘Auto white balance in
`` To turn infra red mode on or off, use the and buttons to highlight
Maintenance progress’ message will be displayed for a short time.
the required state, press to store the change and then press to
`` When the message is no longer displayed, press to return to the
return to the magnification options.
Specification image mode options.
White Balance data is lost when the power is turned off. To reset Noise reduction
white balance please follow the procedure above. This function reduces the noise in the image.
Black and white `` With noise reduction button ( ) highlighted, press .
`` With set black and white ( ) highlighted, press .
`` Press to enable the value to be set and then use the and
`` To turn black and white on or off, use the and buttons to buttons to set the noise reduction level between 0 and 5.
highlight the required state, press to store the change and then
press to return to the magnification options. `` Press to store the setting and then to return to the magnification
options.

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 Save action options User interface
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Set this option to Freeze to freeze image on first push of capture button `` With the user interface ( ) option highlighted, press and then use
with the second press to save. Or, to Save to save image on first push of the and buttons to enable one of the following options:
Start page ƒƒ Language
capture button.
ƒƒ Sound
`` With the save action button ( ) highlighted, press .
ƒƒ Crosshair size
`` To turn the capture mode to Freeze or Save, use the and ƒƒ Crosshair colour
buttons to highlight the required state, press to store the change ƒƒ On screen display
ƒƒ Status bar
Preface and then press to return to the magnification options.
ƒƒ Transparency
Save format options ƒƒ Supervisor mode
System Diagram ƒƒ Information text
`` With the save format button ( ) highlighted, press .
Language
Assembly ` ` Use the and buttons to highlight the required format (.png,
`` With language ( ) highlighted, press .
.jpeg+, .jpeg, or .jpeg-), press to store the format and then
press to return to the magnification options. `` To select the required language, use the and buttons to highlight
Operation on of the following:
Time stamp positions ƒƒ English
Maintenance `` With the time stamp position button ( ) highlighted, press . ƒƒ French
ƒƒ German
`` Use the and buttons to highlight the required position (Off, Up ƒƒ Spanish
Specification
left, Up right, low left, or low right), press to store the setting and ƒƒ Italian
then press to return to the magnification options. ƒƒ Portuguese
ƒƒ Russian
Metadata on/off ƒƒ Chinese
`` With the metadata on/off button ( ) highlighted, press . ƒƒ Japanese
ƒƒ Korean
`` Use the and buttons to highlight either on or off, press
to store the setting and then press to return to the magnification `` Press to store the change and then press to return to the user
options. interface options.
Selecting the language changes the language of the information text
only. Menu icons are not changed.

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 Sound Transparency
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`` With sound ( ) highlighted, press . `` With transparency ( ) highlighted, press .
`` To turn the sound on or off, use the and buttons to highlight `` To alter the transparency, press and then use the and buttons
Start page to set the percentage transparency of the menu.
the required state, press to store the change and then press to
return to the user interface options. `` Press to store the change and then press to return to the user
Crosshair size interface options.
`` With crosshair size ( ) highlighted, press . Supervisor
`` To set the crosshair size to off, short or long, use the and `` With the Supervisor mode option highlighted, press .
Preface
buttons to highlight the required state, press to store the change `` Use the and buttons to highlight On, Off or Save and press to
and then press to return to the user interface options. select the required option.
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The cross hairs will not appear if the measurement cursors are on `` To create a supervisor code select Save, press and enter the code:
the screen.
ƒƒ = 0, = 1, = 2, = 3 and =4
Assembly Crosshair colour
`` With crosshair colour ( ) highlighted, press . `` When the supervisor mode is On, the following will be disabled.
Operation
ƒƒ Exposure Settings
`` To set the crosshair colour, use the and buttons to highlight the
ƒƒ Focus Settings
required colour, press to store the change and then press to ƒƒ Zoom Range lock
Maintenance return to the user interface options. ƒƒ Calibration menu
On screen display ƒƒ Focus stack menu
Specification `` With on screen display ( ) highlighted, press . ƒƒ Comparison menu
`` To set the on screen display position to upper left, upper right, lower Should the supervisor code be forgotten a Factory Reset (see page 26)
will need to be performed to turn off supervisor mode
left, or lower right, use the and buttons to highlight the
required position, press to store the change and then press to Information text
return to the user interface options. `` With information text ( ) highlighted, press .
Status bar `` To turn the information text on or off, use the and buttons to
`` With status bar ( ) highlighted, press . highlight the required state, press to store the change and then press
`` To set the status bar to off, or position it to upper left, upper right, to return to the user interface options.
lower left, or lower right, use the and buttons to highlight the
Pressing the key with the icon highlighted will display
required state or position, press to store the change and then press information on the software in the device. This will tell you if you have
to return to the user interface options. a standard or premium key.

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 System set up Reset (factory reset)
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`` With the system set up ( ) option highlighted, press and then `` To reset the EVO Cam II to its factory settings, ensure the reset icon ( ) is
use the and buttons to enable one of the following options: highlighted, press and then press to carry out the reset.
Start page ƒƒ Time (set time) `` Press to return to the system set up options.
ƒƒ Date (set date and date format) Frequency
ƒƒ Reset (factory reset) `` With frequency ( ) highlighted, press .
ƒƒ Frequency (set frame rate) `` To select the required frame rate, use the and buttons to highlight
ƒƒ Import settings (load all settings from a USB stick) the required frequency (50 or 60Hz), press to store the change and
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ƒƒ Export settings (save all settings to a USB stick) then press to return to the user interface options.
ƒƒ License Import settings from a USB stick connected to the EVO Cam II
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Time `` To import all settings from a USB memory stick, ensure the import icon
`` With time ( ) highlighted, press . ( ) is highlighted, press and then press to carry out the import.
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`` To set the time, use the and buttons to highlight either hours
`` Press to return to the system set up options.
Operation (HR) or minutes (MIN) and then press to highlight the value.
Export settings to a USB stick connected to the EVO Cam II
`` Use the and buttons to set the required value.
`` To export all settings to a USB memory stick, ensure the export icon
Maintenance `` Press to store the change and then press to return to the system
( ) highlighted, press and then press to carry out the export.
set up options.
Specification Date `` Press to return to the system set up options.
`` With date ( ) highlighted, press . License
`` To change the date format, use the and buttons to highlight the `` With License highlighted, press .
required format and then press to store the change. `` To import or export the license key, use the and buttons to
`` To set the date, use the and buttons to highlight either date highlight the option and then press .
(DD), month (MM) or year (YY) and then press to highlight the
value.
`` Use the and buttons to set the required value.
`` Press to store the change and then press to return to the system
set up options.
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 Image replay settings Focus stacking - premium software key only
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With the Image replay settings ( ) option highlighted, press and then `` With the Focus stacking icon highlighted, press .
use the and buttons to enable one of the following options:
Start page ƒƒ Comparison overlay
`` If a stack has already been created, use the and buttons to
highlight the On button and press . This will display the last saved focus
ƒƒ Image playback
stack output.
Comparison overlay
`` With the Comparison overlay icon highlighted, press then use the `` To return to the normal camera image, use the and buttons to
and buttons to highlight the Load image icon and press highlight the Off button and press .
Preface to load the image from USB stick (in the root directory of the drive). `` To set the Minimum focus, use the and buttons to highlight the
`` Use the and buttons to scroll through the images and press Minimum focus icon , press and use the and buttons to set
System Diagram to select the required image. the required value.
`` Use the and buttons to highlight the Timer icon , press The minimum focus point is the focus point closest to the camera.
Assembly and use he and buttons to set the required comparison time `` To set the Maximum focus, use the and buttons to highlight the
(from 0.25 seconds to 10 seconds). Minimum focus icon , press and use the and buttons to set
Operation `` Use the and buttons to highlight the On button and press . The the required value.
current display image will be compared to the loaded image by switching
The maximum focus point is the focus point furthest away from the
between the two at the timer rate set. camera.
Maintenance
`` To stop the comparison, use the and buttons to highlight the Off `` To select the number of images to create a composite image from, use the
button and press . and buttons to highlight the Number of images icon , press
Specification
`` If the required overlay image has already loaded, use the and and use the and buttons to select the required number then
buttons to to select the On button and press . The comparison will start press to save the value.
at the currently set timer rate.
`` To start the focus stacking process, use the and buttons to
`` To delete the loaded image use the and buttons to highlight the
highlight the Start focus stacking algorithm icon and press . The
button and press .
composite image will be displayed when the processing is complete.
Image playback
`` With the Image Playback icon highlighted, press the to enter `` To delete the stored images, use the and buttons to highlight the
image playback mode. This mode will playback images stored in the root Delete icon and press .
directory of a USB stick
`` Use the and buttons to scroll through the images.
`` Press and then again when prompted to exit playback mode.
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Contents Using the remote keypad (optional) Changing the camera objective lens
The optional remote keypad can be used with EVO Cam II `` Holding the lens barrel u from the bottom, use the
Start page and has identical controls to the EVO Cam II’s HEX key supplied to partially unscrew the grub
front panel with the exception of the On/Off button screw v releasing the lens from its housing.
but with the addition of three hotkeys (P1 to P3). P1 P2
PRESET
P3
`` While holding the objective lens u in position, use
v
These hotkeys allow one of 10 presets to be assigned
the HEX key supplied to secure the lens by tightening
to each of them (see page 21).
the grub screw v.
`` Press a hotkey (P1 to P3) to activate the preset
Preface settings allocated to the hot key. Do not over tighten the grub screw holding
the lens in place.

System Diagram Auto/Manual exposure switch u

`` Press P1 for 3 seconds until the EVO Cam II beeps to quickly switch
Assembly between Automatic exposure and manual exposure modes.
`` Switch back by following the same procedure. Using the Video Out via USB 3.
Operation
Front Panel Lock `` Connect the USB 3 cable supplied with the system to the connection on
The remote keypad can be used to lock out the access to the menu from the back of the EVO Cam II unit.
Maintenance
the front of the EVO Cam II unit. `` Connect the other end of the cable to a free USB3 port on a PC.
`` Press P2 for 3 seconds until ‘Front Panel Lock On’ is displayed on the screen.
Specification `` The video output from the camera is a Direct Show Video signal which can
`` Disable the lock by following the same procedure. be used by a wide
range of video viewers. (Windows 10 Camera App, AMCap, and many
Auto/Manual focus switch
others)
`` Press P3 for 3 seconds until the EVOCamII beeps to quickly switch
between Automatic focus and manual focus modes `` A number of software suites are available from Vision Engineering which
allow for control of the
`` Switch back by following the same procedure. camera functions via PC.

Quick Auto White Balance `` Contact your local Vision Engineering Sales Representative for more
`` Press the button for 3 seconds until the Auto White Balance information on the software available.
message appears to perform a quick auto white balance.
MAINTENANCE

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Contents Troubleshooting
Taking care of your EVO Cam II
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Do not touch the lens. Dirt on the lens will appear as a blurred or dim image or as fuzzy spots on the screen. If you believe the lens is dirty, it can be cleaned with a
soft, dry cloth applying minimal pressure. As the lens is polished and coated, do not use a wet or coarse cloth, avoid detergents and abrasive substances or solvents to
clean it.
Never look directly at the LED light source for any prolonged period of time.

Use only the supplied power supply and inspect the cabling regularly for damage.
Preface
EVO Cam II contains a small battery to enable time and date settings to be retained while the unit is powered off. Should the battery need replacing
please contact you Vision Engineering representative who will be able to advise you.
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FIRMWARE UPGRADE

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Firmware upgrade
Operation EVO Cam II includes a Firmware Upgrade Function allowing users to install new versions of the firmware.
Any update files will be provided directly from Vision Engineering.
Maintenance `` Place upgrade file on USB stick
`` Insert stick into EVO Cam II
Specification `` Ensure EVO Cam II is in Standby State (e.g. unit is powered on at the mains, but not switched on and the power LED is not lit)
`` Hold down Zoom In + Zoom Out, then simultaneously press the Power button until front panel LED starts flashing red.
`` The flashing will stop when software update is complete
`` Power off the unit at the mains and switch on again.
`` Unit can be powered on as usual
`` Verify the software update by checking the unit software version number (navigate on the menu to the information text option (i) and press the overview
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 SPECIFICATION
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Start page Camera resolution: HD 1080p, 1920x1080 at 50/60 Hz

Monitor connections: HDMI

Monitor requirements: HD ready or full HD (recommended)

Preface Outputs: HDMI, USB3.0

Image capture: USB 2.0 High-speed

System Diagram

Dimensions: 11 x 16.5 x 14 cm (w x h x d)
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Power: Max. 72 Watts - depending on external attachments
Operation
Operating temperature: Storage: -10°C to +60°C. Operating: +5°C to +40°C

Maintenance

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 SERVICING
Contents
Service record
Start page Service Comments Date of service Date of next service Company Signature

Preface

System Diagram

Assembly

Operation

Maintenance

Specification

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Contents
WARRANTY
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Preface WARRANTY
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of invoice to the original purchaser.
System Diagram If during the warranty period the product is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at facilities of Vision Engineering or elsewhere, all at the
option of Vision Engineering. However, Vision Engineering reserves the right to refund the purchase price if it is unable to provide replacement, and repair
is not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made. Parts not of Vision Engineering manufacture carry only the warranty of their manufacturer.
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Expendable components such as fuses carry no warranty.
This warranty does not cover damage in transit, damage caused by misuse, neglect, or carelessness, or damage resulting from either improper servicing
Operation or modification by other than Vision Engineering approved service personnel. Further, this warranty does not cover any routine maintenance work on the
product described in the user guide or any minor maintenance work which is reasonably expected to be performed by the purchaser.
Maintenance No responsibility is assumed for unsatisfactory operating performance due to environmental conditions such as humidity, dust, corrosive chemicals,
deposition of oil or other foreign matter, spillage, or other conditions beyond the control of Vision Engineering.
Specification Except as stated herein, Vision Engineering makes no other warranties, express or implied by law, whether for resale, fitness for a particular purpose or
otherwise. Further, Vision Engineering shall not under any circumstances be liable for incidental, consequential or other damages.

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