ImageMaster® HR 2/HR TempControl/Universal

Image quality testing for lenses with highest precision and reliability

The devices ImageMaster® HR 2 and Universal provide an outstanding level of accuracy and flexibility when testing the MTF (modulation transfer function). The equipment is modular and upgradeable to allow for custom configuration as test requirements change. The instrument can be configured for testing optical systems with the object at infinity or object and image at finite conjugates. The accuracy of the measurement is traceable to international standards. The ImageMaster® HR 2 offers versatile functionality for testing the image quality of small and medium-sized lenses, e.g. for smartphone, photo and film cameras. With the ImageMaster® HR TempControl test samples, which have to provide their optical functionality and performance at extreme temperatures, can be measured in a wide temperature range. For medium and larger lenses, e.g. in camera lens manufacturing and the development of aerial lenses or lenses for space exploration, the horizontally mounted ImageMaster® Universal offers the highest accuracy and maximum stability.

Highest accuracy

The products ImageMaster® HR 2 and Universal fulfill highest customer requirements for image quality testing. ImageMaster® HR 2 is the preferred MTF test station for R&D labs worldwide. Measurements with increased accuracy and flexibility are the main focus.

Testing in a wide spectral range

The wide model range of ImageMaster® HR 2 and Universal allows measurement of a large number of optical parameters over a wide spectral range. The ImageMaster® HR can be used to measure lenses in the spectral range NUV-VIS-NIR-SWIR-MWIR-LWIR. The ImageMaster® Universal is flexibly suitable for MTF Testing in the entire spectral range UV-VIS-NIR-SWIR-MWIR-LWIR from 200 to 13,000 nm.

Versatile range of applications

The ImageMaster® HR 2 and Universal are available in numerous variants and also enable with different collimator options, e.g. mirror collimators, precise measurement of samples with large focal length ranges. For optical systems that are used under different temperature and weather conditions, measurements in a wide temperature range are possible with the ImageMaster® HR TempControl.

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 ImageMaster® HR 2

ImageMaster® HR 2

Image quality testing with highest repeatability

The ImageMaster® HR 2 is our completely redesigned new version of the long-time successful ImageMaster® HR – the worldwide standard for image quality testing of small and medium-sized lenses e. g. for smartphone-, photo- and film cameras.

  • High repeatability for all measurement parameters
  • New Software and ease of use
  • Extended range of measurable samples

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  • Measurement values are highly stable and reliable, ensuring correlation worldwide
  • Flexible software support in combination with mechanical features contributes to better correlation testing
  • Optional implementation of encoders improves position accuracy, i.e. improvement of the accuracy and reproducibility of the focus position
  • Absolute FFL/BFL measurement
  • Many “off-the-shelf” solutions are available, for example Encircled Energy, Veiling Glare, PSF, and ESF
  • SWIR upgrade for MTF measurement in the shortwave infrared spectrum: Proximity sensors in vehicles are an important feature for driver assistance systems. They operate in the short infrared spectrum (SWIR), so a suitable measurement system is required to test the image quality. Moreover, measurement in SWIR spectrum becomes more important, for smartphone lenses. With a measurement accuracy of ±0.03 MTF and reproducibility of ±0.01 MTF the system meets the highest requirements even for small apertures.
ImageMaster® HR MAX

ImageMaster® HR MAX

Testing with mirror collimators

ImageMaster® HR MAX has been developed for high-precision MTF testing in the VIS and IR range.

  • Available for NUV/VIS/NIR spectrum
  • Includes a high-quality mirror collimator, halogen light source and high resolution camera sensor
  • Accuracy traceable to international standards

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  • Fully or semi-automated, ultra-accurate, multi-functional MTF test station
  • For medium sized samples
  • MTF measurement at finite and infinite conjugates
  • Vertical set up for most convenient and easy lens positioning
  • Ultra-wide field angle of ± 70°
  • Optimal design prevents vignetting
ImageMaster® HR TempControl

ImageMaster® HR TempControl

Testing Image Quality in Temp. Ranges from -40°C to 120°C

Many optical systems such as lenses and camera modules are used in a wide temperature range and must consistently maintain their full functionality and performance across varying temperatures. Athermal designs should minimize the thermal influences on opto-mechanical parameters.

  • Functionality testing of athermal optical designs
  • Temperature range: Standard: -10°C to 120°C, Upgrade: -40°C to 120°C
  • Determination of the optical performance for a set of parameters

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  • Specially developed temperature stable design
  • Test samples are isolated from the environment via a vacuum
  • Measurements in both the VIS spectrum and NIR range and easy conversion
  • Measurements in MWIR- and LWIR range
  • Stable mechanical design made of granite
ImageMaster® Universal

ImageMaster® Universal

Horizontal MTF measurement in a wide spectral range

Innovative design, high quality and long-life components are combined in the ImageMaster® Universal with user-friendly software. Its horizontal construction facilitates testing of large lenses.

  • Accurate measurement of virtually any existing lens system: infinite, finite, afocal
  • For high performance photographic imaging lenses up to high resolution telescopes
  • Spectral range of the MTF measurement from UV to visible spectrum to IR (NIR/SWIR/MWIR/LWIR)

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  • On-axis and off-axis-measurement of the MTF
  • Modular and upgradable design
  • Module exchange within a few minutes (e.g. changing from VIS to IR)
  • MTF values traceable to international standards
  • Cover for collimators protects from ambient light and air turbulences

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ImageMaster® HR TempControl

Testing Image Quality in Temperature Ranges from -40°C to 120°C

Many optical systems such as lenses and camera modules are used in a wide temperature range and must consistently maintain their full functionality and performance across varying temperatures. The ImageMaster® HR TempControl tests the image quality of lenses across a broad temperature range.

Software

ImageMaster® MTF Lab and MTF Studio Software

User-friendly software for research and development as well as laboratory work

The versatile functionality and high performance make the user-friendly ImageMaster® MTF Studio software package the preferred choice for R&D and laboratory work. High-performance functions help the user to optimize the measurement processes. The software offers high flexibility for measurements in the NUV-, VIS- and NIR spectrum. Automatic measurement sequences ensure easy operation and the data can be output in CSV/MHT. Several useful functions are integrated which help the user to scan and perceive the correct image position of the sample under test. Changing the measurement mode is easy and time-saving. All important measurements for the imaging properties are quickly accessible. One main feature key feature when using the software with the ImageMaster® Universal is the support of UV or IR detectors employing the scanning aperture method.

Features

  • Easy to handle graphical user interface makes the most important functions only one mouse-click away
  • Customizable arrangement of graph windows
  • Measurements of MTF, EFL and a range of other parameters using special target patterns and dedicated software routines
  • Functions for easy alignment of the sample under test
  • Conventional MTF measurement using a single slit or a crosshair as a target
  • Optionally automated selection and positioning of the suitable reticle (target) and filter for the current application
  • Configuration files with optimized process parameters and password protected access for operator and supervisor
  • Script tools for custom programming and analysis
  • Intuitive user interface and time-saving lens test routines
  • Logging of successive measurements
  • Data export to a variety of file formats
  • The certificate in HTML format can be imported into MS Excel

MTF Lab for ImageMaster® HR TempControl 

For measurements in the temperature range from -40°C to 120°C, the proven MTF Lab software has been extended.

Powerful functions assist the user in performing the necessary measurement processes to determine a variety of parameters to determine the optical performance in the extended temperature range.

  • Measurements of MTF, EFL and a range of other parameters using special target patterns and dedicated software routines
  • Functions for easy alignment of the sample under test
  • Conventional MTF measurement using a single slit or a crosshair as a target
  • Optionally automated selection and positioning of the suitable reticle (target) and filter for the current application
  • Configuration files with optimized process parameters and password protected access for operator and supervisor
  • Script tools for custom programming and analysis
  • Intuitive user interface and time-saving lens test routines
  • The certificate in HTML format can be imported into MS Excel

Upgrades

The ImageMaster® HR 2 is adapted to customer-specific measurement requirements by means of versatile upgrades.

For VIS and IR range

  • Motorized ultraprecise sample holder with a radial runout better than 3 μm / 6 arcsec for more accurate measurements of tilt sensitive samples
  • Additional filters and reticles for all measurement applications: Filters for NUV, VIS, NIR / reticles extendable, e.g. for PSF and veiling glare measurements
  • Extensions of nearly all stages to suit the customer’s needs

For lenses and camera modules

Upgrade ImageMaster® HR 2 to CamTest R&D

TRIOPTICS provides customers maximum versatility offering a combined test system. The three exchangeable measurement heads offer the following possibilities:

ImageMaster® HR 2

Image quality measurement of lenses with following parameter:

  • MTF on-axis and off-axis
  • Effective Focal Length (EFL)
  • Distortion
  • Field curvature
  • Lateral and longitudinal chromatic aberrations
  • Astigmatism
  • Chief Ray Angle
  • PSF (Point Spread Function)
  • Veiling Glare
  • Depth of focus
  • Field of view
  • Flange Focal Length (FFL) relative
  • Relative illumination

CamTest R&D

Image quality measurement of camera modules with following parameter:

  • Line Spread Function (LSF)
  • MTF
  • Distortion
  • Effective Focal Length (EFL)
  • Shift, tilt and defocus of the sensor
  • Image field curvature of the lens
  • Lateral and longitudinal chromatic aberrations

For VIS range

  • Motorized finite conjugate stage with manual or motorized object generator. The motorized object generator illuminates the reticle in the direction of the sample for off-axis measurements. This is needed for small samples or low light conditions
  • Various collimators with focal length and clear aperture for high flexibility
  • Motorized reticle and filter changer for infinite conjugate to measure with least interaction of an operator. The lateral chromatic aberration can be measured more accurately as the filter will be changed automatically with no vibration of a manual change
  • With the veiling glare upgrade for ImageMaster® HR it is possible to measure the Glare Spread Function (GSF). By off-axis measurements and rotation of the specimen around its center, the GSF can be measured over the entire field of view of the sample.

A number of upgrades are available to extend the functionality of the ImageMaster® HR TempControl:

  • Upgrade for measurements in the near infrared range
  • Upgrade for LWIR- and MWIR-measurement
  • Upgrade for distortion measurement
  • Upgrade for ultra-precise FFL measurements
  • Upgrade for measurements in the extended temperature range from -40°C to +120°C

Enhance the functionality of your ImageMaster® Universal system with comprehensive upgrades and accessories.

Light sources

Light sources for different wavelengths are available for the ImageMaster® Universal:

  • UV
  • VIS/ NIR/ SWIR
  • MWIR/ LWIR
MWIR/LWIR Light Source for ImageMaster® Universal
MWIR/ LWIR Light Source for ImageMaster® Universal

Detectors

Various camera based or scanning based detectors are available as image analyser for different wavelength ranges:

  • UV (scanning based)
  • VIS (camera/ scanning based)
  • NIR (camera/ scanning based)
  • SWIR (scanning based)
  • MWIR (camera/ scanning based)
  • LWIR (camera/ scanning based)
Camera VIS for ImageMaster® Universal
Camera VIS for ImageMaster® Universal
Detector MWIR for ImageMaster® Universal
Detector MWIR for ImageMaster® Universal

Sample holder

Sample holders for various diameters and a lifting table for large samples are available for the Image Master® Universal.
Sample Holder for ImageMaster® Universal
Sample Holder for ImageMaster® Universal
Lifting table for ImageMaster® Universal
Lifting table for ImageMaster® Universal

Finite Stage

For finite conjugate measurements a finite stage is available as upgrade in two different stage lengths for all wavelength ranges:

  • Finite Stage 2m
  • Finite Stage 3m
ImageMaster® Finite Stage
Finite Stage for ImageMaster® Universal

Reticles and filters

For different measurement requirements various reticles and filters are available. With the motorized reticle and filter changer they are changed easily and within short time.

  • Reticle and filter changer
  • Reticles
  • Filter
ImageMaster® Universal Reticle and Filter Changer
Reticle and filter changer
ImageMaster® Universal reticles
Reticles
ImageMaster® Filters
Filters

Afocal unit

The automated ultra-precision afocal unit is available as upgrade for afocal samples. With different autocollimator lenses for the afocal unit measurement in different wavelength ranges can be executed.

Afocal unit with

  • Decollimator lens for VIS
  • Decollimator lens for MWIR
  • Decollimator lens for LWIR
Afocal unit
Afocal unit

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