Connectivity and Power Supply

Zivid cameras connect to power and to your computer via two M12 connectors: a power connector and an Ethernet connector.

Connectors

Zivid cameras have a power connector and an Ethernet connector: Zivid 3, Zivid 2+, or Zivid 2.

Zivid 3

1. M12-5: Power Connector 24V, 5A DC

2. M12X: Ethernet Connector CAT 6A

Check Zivid Data Cables for more information.

Zivid 2+

1. M12-5: Power Connector 24V, 5A DC

2. M12X: Ethernet Connector CAT 6A

Check Zivid Data Cables for more information.

For the factory reset button, see Factory Reset Button.

Zivid 2

1. M12-5: Power Connector 24V, 5A DC

2. M12X: Ethernet Connector CAT 6A

Check Zivid Data Cables for more information.

For the factory reset button, see Factory Reset Button.

Power supply interface

It is required to use both pins for 24V and for GND.

Zivid 3: optional mating connector TE Connectivity AMP, 1838274-3 (Digikey: A97642-ND).

Zivid 2+ and Zivid 2: optional mating connector TE Connectivity AMP, 1838275-3 (Digikey: A97645-ND).

Warning

Power supplies or cables that do not meet the specified requirements can damage the camera and void the warranty, particularly when using third-party or custom solutions. See Power Supply and Cables for more information.

Data cable

Zivid camera uses a dedicated ethernet cable for data transmission. See Zivid Data Cables for more information.

The table below provides the Zivid Ethernet cable pinout.

Connecting to the computer

To connect the camera, plug in power first, then the Ethernet cable to your computer.

1. Plug the power supply into the camera’s power connector (“24V”).

2. Plug the Ethernet cable into the camera and connect it to your computer.

3. Plug the power supply into a power outlet.

Note

On disconnect, follow the procedure in reverse, disconnect mains power first.

Ensure that all connections are screwed in tightly. The coupling nut of the M12 screw connectors can in some cases be hard to screw in. However, when installed correctly they provide a reliable connection.

Check System Requirements for performance considerations and review performance by observing the status Indication LEDs.

Use the AC/DC adapter supplied with the unit to ensure compliance with emission and immunity standards.

The Zivid camera is protected against reverse polarity and against overheating by a thermistor that physically removes the power.

The Zivid camera uses Ethernet communication and needs 10 Gbps for best performance. Not all computers have a port for 10 Gigabit Ethernet. In that case, you can connect to it using an adaptor for 10GBASE-T (10 Gbps copper Ethernet) to Thunderbolt 3. At a reduced performance you can also use 1000BASE-T and NBASE-T (1 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps, and 5 Gbps over copper) to USB adapters.

Recommended network cards and adapters

We have successfully tested and recommend the following hardware:

• ASUS XG-C100C 10G Network Adapter PCI-E x4 Card.

• QNAP QNA series Thunderbolt 3 to 10GbE Adapter.

Caution

USB-based network adapters have reduced and more variable capture speed, and can occasionally give errors when using the camera. Our recommendation is to use 10Gb PCI Express cards for optimal performance.

Warning

Use only Zivid approved Ethernet cables.

Network Topology

Zivid camera supports the following network topologies:

Direct connection	Connection via switch

Continue to Software Installation where you will also find Network Configuration.

Version History

SDK	Changes
2.17.0	Added support for Zivid 3 XL250.
2.14.0	Added support for Zivid 2+ MR130, LR110, and MR60.
2.12.0	Zivid One+ has reached its End-of-Life and is no longer supported.
2.4.0	Multiple Zivid 2 camera support added.