A Panasonic Vision System is an advanced machine vision solution designed to provide visual inspection, positioning, identification, and measurement in industrial automation. These systems use cameras, lighting, image processing software, and AI algorithms to automate quality control and guide robotics.
Panasonic’s most known series include:
PV200 series
PV500 series
PG series (Panasonic AI vision)
🔍 Key Components of Panasonic Vision Systems
Component Function
Camera Captures high-resolution images of parts/products.
Lens Focuses and adjusts the field of view.
Lighting Ensures consistent illumination for accurate inspection.
Controller (Vision Processor) Runs the image processing software.
Software Analyzes images for defects, position, measurement, etc.
Communication Interface Connects to PLCs, robots, or HMIs via Ethernet, RS-232, I/O.
📸 Common Panasonic Vision Systems
🟦 PV200 Series (Compact Vision Sensor)
For basic inspection tasks
Plug-and-play sensor with built-in lighting and camera
Applications: Presence detection, pattern matching, barcode reading
Simple setup with no PC required
Can integrate directly with PLCs and touch panels
🟧 PV500 Series (Advanced Vision Controller)
Powerful, multi-camera system
Up to 4 cameras supported per controller
Fast processing with real-time inspection
Image filters, OCR, color detection, edge detection, etc.
Compatible with GigE or USB3 cameras
Use with Touch Panel HMIs
🟩 PG Series (AI-based Vision System)
Incorporates deep learning AI
Excellent at detecting subtle or complex defects that are difficult to define using traditional rule-based systems
Used for cosmetic inspections, pattern recognition, OK/NG classification
Doesn’t require programming — just train with sample images
🧠 Main Features
Object Recognition
Defect Inspection
Character Reading (OCR/OCV)
Measurement (length, angle, area, etc.)
Pattern Matching
Color & Edge Detection
Barcode & QR Code Reading
AI/Deep Learning (PG series)
⚙️ Integration
Panasonic vision systems are designed to be easily integrated with:
Panasonic PLCs (FP series)
Robots (like Panasonic arc-welding robots)
HMIs (Touch Panel GT series)
Other automation components via:
Ethernet/IP
Modbus TCP
PROFINET
I/O signals
🧰 Example Use Cases
Industry Use Case
Electronics Solder inspection, PCB component verification
Automotive Parts presence, alignment, surface defect detection
Pharmaceutical Label inspection, pill count, package integrity
Food & Beverage Date code verification, packaging quality check
Semiconductors Wafer surface inspection, alignment, die sorting
🖥️ Software (Vision Editor)
Graphical interface for programming inspections
No coding required
Drag-and-drop tools for filters, logic, results handling
Support for:
Real-time image display
Logging and traceability
External trigger control
Results export to MES/SCADA systems
