Key features of the NSI9000 include:

• Event Recognition: Integrated directly into the pixel array, with frame rate

adjustment to match the event rate, significantly reducing redundant data.

• Pixel Specifications: Features a 1024x480 pixel array with 5µm x 5µm pixels,

designed for global shutter operation and column parallel output.

• Synchronous Array Operation: Supports the synchronized operation of multiple

NSI9000 sensors, ideal for complex setups like LiDAR systems.

• High Sensitivity: Built using CMOS technology with extremely high sensitivity pixels,

allowing for the capture of longer distances compared to other market sensors.

• Configuration Interface: Configurable via a serial interface supporting both a simple

synchronous serial mode and a standard I²C mode with a 16-bit dedicated protocol.

• Video Output: Delivers parallel data output in a 12-bit stream over a dedicated bus

capable of supporting up to 100 MHz speed.

• Advanced Features: Includes programmable frame rates, multiline triangulation,

eTOF 3D distance measurement per pixel, automatic exposure control to prevent

saturation from close/bright objects while enhancing sensitivity to distant/dark

objects, automatic peak detection for triangulation, and per-frame configuration for

immediate event-based reactions.

The NSI9000's high-performance capabilities make it an excellent choice for advanced

surveillance systems, automotive safety features, LiDAR applications, and Industry 4.0

automation, where precise and swift event detection is paramount.

Key Features:

The NSI9000 features a state-of-the-art event driven global shutter array architecture,

allowing extremely high sensitivity, while keeping low power consumption. The following

are the product highlights.

 Sensor Array

o Matrix of 1024x480 global shutter pixels of 5µm x 5µm

 General

o Integrated configurable direct A/D converter with 12 bits precision

o Per-frame configuration and scenario scheduler

o Optional automatic exposure control

o Optional automatic Triangulation peak detection per each line (center of mass

algorithm support in HW)

o Solid state eTOF support (Enhanced Time of Flight)

o Multi-Triangulation support, up to 480 concurrent vertical points (using a line

laser)

o Integrated Bandgap reference

o Integrated CDS for temporal noise reduction

o Output speed/ internal processing at up to 100 MHz

o 3 configurable operation modes:

▪ Full frame data out with programmable frame rate up to 208 fps

▪ Event driven frame data out:

• Guaranteed configurable minimum Frame rate.

• Detected event (per each half row/per pixel) aggregated from

all pixels in the half row.

▪ Camera mode, acquiring programmable number of frames upon

command.

o Event detection (per pixel) by comparing with a pre-configured threshold.

o Dynamic threshold configuration support

o Configurable Window of Interest.

o Stop/resume video mode

o Optional shut down of frame clock (between frames) for decreasing power

consumption

o Optional frame data out inversion

o Double buffer mode for high frame rate

o Tristate on data out pins for multiple parallel sensor connections

 Interfaces

o Sensor data out:

▪ Parallel 12bit synchronous frame data at speeds up to

100MHz

o Sensor configuration:

▪ Proprietary serial interface

▪ Enhanced I2C serial interface

 Input MCLK clock frequency: up to 100 MHz

 Operating voltage: 3.3v (analog) and 1.8v (digital)

 Technology: 0.18 µm

 Operation temperature: -20 to 85 degrees Celsius

Package: 88 pin OLGA type package