The Agnospcb Inspection software has been created to facilitate the integrity analysis of your PCBAs. The main features are:
Depending on the system / Kit you have, there are two different options. Both systems use the same inspection software, but the user interface is slightly different:
1) Use the Windows OS version of the inspection tool software on your own computer / laptop.
2) If you got the Inspection platform from us and included the Raspberry 400 with the KIT, the inspection tool software is already installed in the microcomputer. Click on the image of the inspection platform below.
Select an option above, the link will lead you to the correct section.
PC System recommended Requirements
Internet connection
The processing time is highly dependent on the transmission speed of the internet connection. The faster the speed, the faster the inspection. Wired connection to the router is highly recommended.
To install it, download the software clicking on the button above (get the password contacting us).
Windows OS: After extracting and launching the .exe file (“AgnosPCB inspection tool vX.XX.exe), the software will locally create 4 folders: BATCH / MASTER / PCB-IN and PCB_OUT
NOTE: Additionally, you need to install the SONY DESKTOP software if you are not using our inspection platform to take the photos of your PCB/As
Folders
In the REMOTE software, go to the File menu
-> Save Folder and select the Inspection tool /PCB_IN folder as the destination for the photos. That will allow the software to find the latest photos taken to your PCBAs
Agnospcb inspection tool: User interface elements
Upon launching the Agnospcb inspection tool software the user interface will appear. It has different panels and inspection areas:
Start the inspection process. This button is enabled only after you have the REFERENCE and TO BE INSPECTED images already set. Keyboard shortcut: ENTER.
The action buttons are located in the upper right corner of the inspection areas.
LOAD photo: Use this ICON to load a “reference” or “to be inspected” photo. If you have stored a “reference” image and want to retrieve it to use it again, use this button. You can do the same with an image of a “to be inspected” circuit/ panel. This button will get non-functional if you have the AUTO-PROCESSING option enable, which will automatically process every photo taken with the camera.
CROP IMAGE: Useful when the panel/circuit in the photo is too small. Cropping the image will “force” the software to focus in the selected area. Only available in the REFERENCE canvas. The software will automatically look for the same area in every photo taken of the panels to be inspected after it has been set. To remove the CROP boundaries, click on the icon again.
Auto-signalling: In order to highlight the faults detected you have two options: 1) change the color of the faults mask using the Action button “layers” (explained below) or 2) enabling this feature. It will place a yellow cross on top of the faults detected. Not visible in the magnification areas.
If you get false positives or faults not properly detected can be reported to us. It is very important for us to get this information, as the neural network will learn from its mistakes. If you find a reflection on a surface marked as fault, a not perfectly indicated issue anything you want us to review, just report it pressing the UP arrow key after placing the mouse’s cursor on top of it. It will take less than a second and will let the software adapt its detection capacities to your particular manufacturing process.
1) Signing-up + Inspecting your first PCBAs
You need an account user ID and password to use the Agnospcb Inspection tool. You can get one for free to test the service capabilities.
Populate the USER and PASSWORD fields with your details and click on SUBMIT. Your login info will be stored (encrypted) so you do no have to input them again.
The Agnospcb Inspection tool software will “compare” the photograph of your REFERENCE circuit/panel (“golden sample”) with all the photos you will take of the circuit to be inspected (photos to “ANALYZE“)
All the faults found on the inspected circuit/panel will be highlighted (if any).
Internet connection: minimum requirements
Wired internet connection or Fiber internet service speed: 100-1000Mbps*
The processing time is highly dependent on the transmission speed of the internet connection. The faster the speed, the faster the inspection. Wired connection to the router is highly recommended.
These buttons will be enabled or disabled depending on the inspection stage you are in.
IMPORTANT: How Error report works
If you get false positives or faults not properly detected can be reported to us. It is very important for us to get this information, as the neural network will learn from its mistakes. If you find a reflection on a surface marked as fault, a not perfectly indicated issue anything you want us to review, just report it pressing the UP arrow key after placing the mouse’s cursor on top of it. It will take less than a second and will let the software adapt its detection capacities to your particular manufacturing process.
Turn it OFF: This button will turn the Raspberry 400 off. If you need to get the USB DRIVE with the inspection images safely, turn the raspberry 400 off before unplug it.
The action buttons are located in the upper right corner of the inspection areas.
LOAD photo: Use this ICON to load a “reference” or “to be inspected” photo. If you have stored a “reference” image and want to retrieve it to use it again, use this button. You can do the same with an image of a “to be inspected” circuit/ panel. This button will get non-functional if you have the AUTO-PROCESSING option enable, which will automatically process every photo taken with the camera.
CROP IMAGE: Useful when the panel/circuit in the photo is too small. Cropping the image will “force” the software to focus in the selected area. Only available in the REFERENCE canvas. The software will automatically look for the same area in every photo taken of the panels to be inspected after it has been set. To remove the CROP boundaries, click on the icon again.
Auto-signalling: In order to highlight the faults detected you have two options: 1) change the color of the faults mask using the Action button “layers” (explained below) or 2) enabling this feature. It will place a yellow cross on top of the faults detected. Not visible in the magnification areas.
Faults Mask-colors: Once the analysis of the panel/circuit has been carried out, the results will be shown as a new mask on top of the image. If faults have been detected, they will be highlighted in red/blue or green. Depending on the PCBA´s color / material you are working with, you may need to change the opacity and color of the mask in order to easily pinpoint where those faults are. Every time you click on the ICON the mask color will change. Its opacity can be modified spinning the mouse’s wheel when it is placed on top of the ICON.
Inspection process
A video always helps at this point. The sequence you need to follow to start the inspection process will be this:
NOTE: make use of the REPORT feature. That will dramatically improve the recognition capacity of the system in the long run.
NOTE: Check this quick guide about how to get the best inspection results with the inspection platform.
Troubleshooting
Software:
How do I update the software for my Raspberry 400?
Get to this page and follow instructions: how to update/ restore the Agnospcb OS (Raspberry 400 system)
I am getting “time-out” errors when inspecting my circuits. How do I solve it?
The Agnospcb inspection software needs a fast and reliable internet connection, as some areas of the photos taken will be sent to our neural network server. That means that, an internet wired connection or Fiber internet service (100-1000Mbps) is mandatory. Otherwise, the software will take over 10 seconds to process one inspection and the “time-out” error message will appear. If you need an “off-line” solution, contact us.
The camera does not respond
Check if the battery dummy is connected to the correct USB power supply, capable of delivering 3A. Always turn the camera ON, before the Raspberry 400. Check if the USB cable is properly connected and fully inserted. Does the R a S keys of the keyboard trigger the camera?
I am using a 4K monitor and the system is performing slowly.
The Raspberry 400 OS and Inspection software has been optimized to run smoothly with FULL-HD monitors (1080p). 4K monitor will decrease the overall performance of the system.
I can not log in with my credentials
If you are getting an “Unknown Error” or “Login Error” message, check if your internet connection is running in the background a firewall or if it has been capped. A quick way to narrow down the problem would be creating a mobile hotspot and connect the Raspberry 400 to it. Contact us if the issue persists.
Contact us to get free access to the Inspection tool
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