A complementary device for BOA smart cameras, the BOA NEXUS Smart Bridge
works in conjunction with existing BOA camera systems to expand their
information-sharing and monitoring capabilities by providing a "smart
bridge" between BOA cameras, associated system resources and operators.
The BOA NEXUS' smart functionality uses a standard monitor to allow users
to realize a runtime monitoring system that will display inspection images
and application-specific information from a number of BOA cameras.
Offering a convenient means of setting up and maintaining BOA cameras
online, the NEXUS supports methods of collecting and distributing information
between the cameras, other system components and the factory floor. The
device displays inspection images and application-specific information,
conveniently, from multiple BOA cameras and so eliminates the need for
expensive human/machine interfaces (HMI).
NEXUS resources
The device is equipped with a low power, dual core Atom processor, a 40
GB solid-state hard drive and 2GBs of DDR2 memory.
Each of the 6 Gigabit compliant Ethernet ports internally connect through
independent data lanes to alleviate bandwidth bottlenecks. Network ports
can be configured for isolated or bridged system configurations and each
can be expanded using external switches to accommodate larger camera installations.
In addition to Ethernet, also provided are standard external interfaces
for system integration, including display, 3 USB ports and an RS-232 serial
port. The display port is compatible with standard monitors and capable
of supporting resolutions up to 2048 x 1536.
Built-in NEXUS software automatically discovers BOA cameras on the network
(either directly or indirectly via Ethernet switches) and helps manage
any IP address and firmware version conflicts.
Additonally, the software interface provides easy access to setup, maintenance
and operational features of the BOA INS and IDR cameras. BOA PRO users
can setup cameras using client software installed on the device and utilize
prebuilt Win32 compatible operator interfaces customized for specific
application needs.
Benefits |
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• Display interface eliminates need
for expensive HMIs |
• Convenient access for online setup and maintenance |
• Supports isolated or bridged network
configurations |
• Simplifies camera network setup |
• Manages access to cameras with
dissimilar firmware versions |
• Tracks user access and changes to camera solutions |
• Supports results logging capability
to CSV file |
• Includes software emulator for offline solution
editing |
• DIN mountable hardware platform |
• Provides storage for runtime image logging |
Model |
BOA NEXUS
Smart Bridge |
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Storage |
40GB SSD |
CPU |
1.8 Ghz Dual Core |
Camera/network ports |
GigE x 6 |
Display |
VGA to QXGA (2048x1536/75Hz) |
Power |
12V (50W) via supplied adapter |
Operating temperature |
0-40C Operating. Cooling: Fanless via passive heatsink |
Dimensions |
200 x 42 x 144 mm |
Mount |
DIN rail |
Certifications |
CE, FCC Class A, RoHS |
Operating system |
Windows 7 Embedded |
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Example BOA NEXUS configuration |
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BOA NEXUS Smart Bridge data sheet |
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