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3. e When connecting the system to a PC or when connecting other Gigabit Ethernet interface compatible Photron cameras set each of those devices to a different IP address Also when connecting the system to an existing network do not use IP addresses that are already in use on the network MA Reference e For the procedure for setting the IP address of the system refer to the Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual or the Remote Controller User s Manual 69 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 4 Connecting a PC 4 1 3 Using DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol The system is compatible with DHCP In an environment where DHCP is used the system s IP address can be acquired from the DHCP server MA Reference e For details refer to the Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 4 1 4 Connecting Multiple Systems and a PC With PFV the system s control software one PC can connect to and control multiple FASTCAM series camera systems Caution e When connecting to multiple systems set the IP address of each one to a unique setting 4 1 5 High speed Download Feature The system has two sets of Gigabit Ethernet interface connectors incorporated Using these two connectors simultaneously will make much faster download of image data possible 1 Conduct settings for connecting both Gigabit Ethernet 1 and Gigabit Ethernet 2 on the PC being used 2 On the PFV make connection settings for one
4. 93 n DN lt FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 2 4 AC Power Supply Unit mm 993 a 218 2900 o m Se 00 00 pa o 188 4 A gJ N N 2 g D 130 2 94 Chapter 6 Warranty 6 1 About the Warranty 95 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 6 Warranty 6 1 About the Warranty eee A This system has been shipped having undergone rigorous testing However in the unlikely event that it malfunctions due to a manufacturing defect it will be repaired at no charge within the warranty period e Warranty Exceptions The following exceptions will result in fee based repair even within the warranty period 1 Damage or malfunction as a result of fire earthquake water damage lightning other natural disasters pollution or the effects of abnormal voltage 2 Damage or malfunction as a result of dropping or mishandling during shipment or when moving after purchase or misuse 3 Consumable goods cables 4 When repair adjustment or alternation done by
5. Pin No GENERAL OUT2 BNC GENERAL OUT3 BNC synon TRIGGER TTL IN 12 BNC ECJ 2B 326 CLD FGJ2B326CLLD92Z BNC LEMO LEMO BNC GND RESERVE RESERVE 20 GENERAL IN 21 BNC 15 joa I O IN IO RESERVE TRIGGER SW 22 BNC a Supplement e Pin 3 15 16 19 26 s GND signal is the common ground for BNC 14 2 2 8 Power Supply Connector The DC power supply input connector Connect to the supplied AC adapter or the optional High G Battery The cable connector is optionally available When using other power supplies construct a cable using the pin diagram below as a reference DC 20 36V 230VA Pin Diagram O O O O EEJ 3B 304 CYC Pin Camera Body Connector Cable Connector Connector Name Signal Name No Model Name Model Name l Manufacturer Manufacturer 20V 36V IN GND 2 EEJ 3B 304 CYC FGJ 3B 304 CYMD10Z DC20 36V 230VA LEMO LEMO 20V 36V IN 4 When using the connector pins directly refer to the chart above and ensure the wiring is correct If the wiring is incorrect not only is there the danger of the system malfunctioning but also of fire and electric shock Do not use a power supply which does not meet the system s specifications or a power supply you cannot guarantee the safety of By using a power supply outside of the system specifications not only is there the danger of the system malfunctioning but also of fire and electric shock
6. Please use a external power supply with the suitable rating which was estimated by IEC EN 61010 1 3 Edition compiled with CI 6 3 and CI 2 5 and separated from the main circuit by double insulation or reinforced insulation 15 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 9 SD Memory Card Slots These slots are for an SD Memory Card to save image data Insert an SD Memory Card which is on the market Recorded image data can be saved on an SD card and the saved data can be played and converted to other formats by PFV e Refer to SD Memory Card User s Manual for the details of operation Y Supplement e Ifa SD Memory Card s performance is not enough the required specifications there is possibility that the writing speed will become slow and or there will be an error Refer to SD Memory Card User s Manual for the required specifications 16 2 3 Device Connections 2 3 1 Connecting a Video Monitor Connecting video monitors to the system for checking the live image camera pass through image Connect a video input connector on a video monitor to the VIDEO OUT connector or the HD SDI connector with a BNC cable according to the type of video signal to display Connectors that output the signals are selectable from the PFV software or the optional remote keypad 10801 60HZ 59 94Hz NTSC 1080p 30Hz 29 97Hz 24Hz 23 98Hz 24Hz sF 23 98Hz sF Kf 1080p 25Hz
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8. 24Hz 23 98Hz 24Hz sF 23 98Hz sF HD SDI connector x2 BNC The HD SDI High Definition Serial Digital Interface output VIDEO OUT connector x2 BNC The composite video NTSC PAL output a Supplement e Since the output of composite video HD SDI is exclusive color bars are displayed on the output not selected Color bars are a reference guide e One of the connectors can switch the output signal between Live mode and Memory mode and the other connector will always output Live signal simultaneously e Use 5C FB specification cables for HD SDI output 17 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 3 2 Connecting the AC Power Supply Connect the supplied AC power supply unit to the power supply 1 Confirm the Power SW is turned off 2 Connect the AC power supply unit to the DC20 36V 230VA connector on the back of the camera body 3 Connect the AC cable to the AC power supply unit 4 Connect the AC cable to the power outlet 5 Turn on the Power SW one the system MA Reference e For the specification of the power supply which can be used refer to 5 1 2 General Specifications page 75 18 2 3 3 Connecting the Keypad Optional If you have the optional Keypad connect it by plugging the Keypad connector into the connector labeled KEYPAD on the rear of the camera body VIDEO OUT terminal a Supplement e The Keypad is hot pluggable It ca
9. 3 17 2 TRIG TTL OUT Connector A 5V TTL trigger signal is output for input to an external device 3 17 3 TRIG SW IN Connector This trigger is input during the READY or ENDLESS recording state by contact between the BNC connector s shield and a center pin switch closure The center pin normally has voltage flowing through it Use caution to avoiding contact with other pins 3 17 4 SYNC IN Connector The system recognizes a TTL signal from other devices as a synchronization signal Input voltage is OV to 12V H level 2 5V to 12V positive or negative polarity pulse width is 200 ns or greater 45 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 17 5 GENERAL IN Connector The effect when a signal is input is described below and can be optionally selected and set The input voltage is OV to 12V H level 2 5V to 12V positive or negative polarity pulse width is 200 ns or greater TRIG POS NEG Inputs a TTL trigger signal READY POS NEG Inputs a change recording ready status signal READY ON OFF MA Reference e To make the setting from the menu refer to 3 20 1 GENERAL IN Signal Settings page 57 e To make the setting from PFV refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 3 17 6 GENERAL OUT 1 2 3 Connector These are also BNC connectors The signals below can be changed and output from the menu or PFV POS positive polarity NEG negative SYNC POS NEG Outputs a vertical synchronizat
10. D Storage Temperature Operating Temperature AC Power Supply Supply Voltage 100V 240V type A cable up to 125V Supply Frequency 50Hz 60Hz Power Voltage Camera Body 10 4 kg 22 93 Ibs excluding protrusion AC Adapter 1 0 kg 35 27 oz Photron has verified two types of AC cables type A standard for Japan USA Canada etc and type SE standard for Germany France etc However when those cables cannot properly receive power when plugged in use the proper AC cable for the region s standards and verify that AC cable works properly For inquires regarding the recommended AC cable for each region contact that region s Photron branch office or the distributor 75 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 1 3 Options Photron Trigger Box Mount with Filter changer 3 type FASTCAM SA Z Specialized Carrying Case Mount with Filter changer 1 type 76 TT FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 1 4 Frame Rate and Resolution 20K Mode ON 1 024 x 1 024 640 x 280 1 am 1 a 1 s 1 nR 1 a aoe a es de pS si 640 x 1 024 1 000 512 896 448 368 512 512 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O E The circle indicates a possible setting The green items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate This table is the list of
11. 1 4 3 10 9 1 6 9 1 7 9 1 8 9 1 1 9 1 2 9 1 3 9 1 4 D120 9 2 1 9 2 2 9 2 3 9 2 4 Product Specifications Chapter 6 Warranty 6 1 About the Warranty Chapter 7 7 1 Contact Information Contacting Photron 67 68 69 69 70 70 70 71 71 71 73 74 74 15 76 78 82 83 84 86 8 88 88 89 89 90 90 92 93 94 95 96 97 Chapter 1 Overview 1 1 Product Overview and Features 1 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 1 Overview 1 1 Product Overview and Features nn a The FASTCAM SA Z is a powerful engineering tool for use in research and development design production and quality control and in numerous fields such as science medicine biology aviation and space The system features superior basic performance with mega pixel resolution an ultra sensitive image sensor capable of clear recording in low light and an ultra high speed frame rate of a maximum of 480 000 fps frame per second It also employs a hybrid design to allow operation via a monitor keypad and operation from the PC software via a gigabit Ethernet connection to more easily implement analysis of dynamic bodies that had been difficult to analyze until now Use the state of the art technology in the FASTCAM SA Zto slow down and observe high speed dynamic bodies or events and also as an input component for a dynamic image measurement system FASTCAM SA Z Chapter 2 Setup 2 1 About the S
12. 10 12V OUT is used to power the remote controller do not use it for other purposes MA Reference e For inquires related to our product refer to 7 1 Contact Information page 98 12 2 2 7 I O Port Connector The input output signal connectors on the system have been bundled into a single connector the 1 0 PORT connector and it is possible to connect to and access each type of signal by using the specialized multi connector By inputting an external trigger or synchronization signal and by outputting exposure timing or synchronization signal these signals can be used as a part of the system A signal other than the specified signal must not be input to the various connectors Use extreme caution as there is a risk of damage to both devices the input device and the output device i ORG TIL IN i TRIG TIL OUT EE L TIRA SON IL 3YNC IN I O PORT Camera Body CI GENERAL IN E _ GENERAL OUTI ama Li E GENERAL OUT2 mesas i E GENERAL OUTS E E ECJ 2B 326 CLD HA Reference e For the signal which can be inputted refer to 3 17 Input Output Signal types page 45 13 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup Connector Pin CHEMIN Sep nn Cable Connector Model bal Signal Name model No Conector Name No No Manufacturer Manufacturer
13. 100 ns units GENERAL IN DELAY 0 60 s 100 ns units TRIG OUT WIDTH 0 1 ms 100 ns units 0 500 us 1 frame rate s at 2 000 fps or higher 100 ns units e SYNC OUT TIMES Values 1 2 4 6 8 10 A value of 1 is normal output Set from the SYNC IN OUT menu SYNC OUT TIMES submenu Output a SYNC vertical synchronization signal from SYNC OUT that is 30 times SYNC Example For a frame rate of 1 000 fps SYNC OUT TIMES setting of 2 1 000 fps Synchronization Signal SYNC OUT Output Example For a frame rate of 1 000 fps SYNC OUT TIMES setting of 4 1 000 fps Synchronization Signal SYNC OUT Output e An accurate frequency is output but when SYNC OUT TIMES is set to a large value with a high frame rate the setting may result in frequency errors 59 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording e There are following limitations in SYNC OUT TIMES function _ 60 000fps 60 001fps 90 000fps x30 is unavailable 90 001 fps 480 000fps x20 and x30 are unavailable 3 22 Event Marker Function With the system it is possible to input an external signal during recording at the instant the frame number is stored and during playback you can immediately access or jump to the stored frame numbers event markers This a separate feature from the trigger point by marking interesting points during recording these points can be easily called up for review during playback
14. 2 5V to 12V Inputs a positive polarity READY signal Positive Polarity READY ON OFF is switched by a pulse input FET Input OV 12V H level 2 5V to 12V Negative Polarity FET Input OV 12V H level 2 5V to 12V Inputs a negative polarity READY signal Positive Polarity READY ON OFF is switched by a pulse input FET Input OV 12V H level 2 5V to 12V Negative Polarity Menu Display Contents READY POS READY NEG When using the camera as a part of a system verify the characteristics of the input signals before using them 57 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 20 2 GENERAL OUT Signal Settings Details of the signals output from the GENERAL OUT connector explained in section 3 17 Contact Information are shown in the chart below There are three GENERAL OUT connectors and individual settings can be made for each connector Menu Display Contents Signal Type SYNC POS Outputs a positive polarity vertical synchronization ue CMOS output signal Positive Polarity SYNC NEG Outputs a negative polarity vertical synchronization 5V CMOS output signal Negative Polarity EXPOSE POS Outputs the sensor s exposure interval at H level n Na EL Positive Polarity EXPOSE NEG Outputs the sensor s exposure interval at L level wi aes oe Negative Polarity 5V CMOS output REC POS Outputs an interval signal during recording at H level Positive Polarity REC NEG Outputs
15. IRIG code With the Image Trigger function IRIG code cannot be used when the specified number of frames is 32 or fewer in RANDOM CENTER or RANDOM MANUAL trigger mode 62 3 25 IRIG sync Operation This camera system supports IRIG sync operation in which the sensor drive signal is synchronized with the input of IRIG B signal e How IRIG sync operation works In IRIG sync operation the image sensor is driven by the timing signal shown below Exposure to the sensor ends at the start of the IRIG 1PPS signal IRIG B IRIG 1PPS EXPOSURE CAM_V IRIG B IRIG code that is input to the camera IEIG 1PPS 1PPS timing of the IRIG code EXPOSURE Exposure to the camera sensor exposure is indicated by high duration CAM_V Camera s vertical sync signal MA Reference e For the settig about the function refer to the Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual or the Remote Controller User s Manual 63 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 26 8bit Recording Mode Since the image sensor of 12 bits specification is being used for this product it is usually recorded at 12 bits By using 8 bits Recording Mode Mode it is possible to record by 8 bits When data is recorded in the 8 bit mode the amount of data is smaller than in 12 bit mode Therefore it is possible to record for a longer amount of time 8bit Recording Mode setting can be made with the Remote con
16. The event marker can store ten positions within a sequence The frame number recording occurs on the pulse s edge and the next frame after the pulse s edge is input is stored as the event marker Event marker settings can be made with the Remote controller optional or PFV 60 3 23 Using Programmable Switch USER SW There are four switches that can be set on the back of the system Settings for the switches are made from the menu and they can each be assigned a different function The content of each setting is listed in the chart below As an example setting the USER1 switch on the back of the camera body is explained here e PFV Lowers the resolution Increases the shutter speed Changes the trigger mode Adjusts the size of the image displayed on the video output to be the maximum for the current resolution Displays the status of camera settings on the video output Switches between LIVE and MEMORY states Sets the record ready state Starts recording Low Light Turns low light mode ON OFF Performs black level calibration Press this button once and the LEDs on the back of the camera Shading illuminate back and forth from left to right and from right to left to inform you of the ready state Afterwards with the sensor shielded press the button once more to complete calibration e Remote Controller Optional Fitting image Explanation Does not assign a function Raises the frame rate Lowers th
17. an interval signal during recording at L level a ee eae Negative Polarity TRIG POS Outputs the trigger signal received by the camera at H dd CMOS output level Positive Polarity Outputs the trigger signal received by the camera at L 5V CMOS output TRIG NEG l level Negative Polarity Outputs a signal at H level during the trigger wait state READY POS READY in START mode Only valid during START HA Aa a nadi CENTER END and MANUAL modes y Outputs a signal at L level during the trigger wait state ENDLESS recording state in CENTER END MANUAL 5V CMOS output Only valid during START CENTER END and MANUAL Negative Polarity modes IRIG RESET POS Outputs the camera s internal IRIG reset signal 1PPS 5V CMOS output at H level Positive Polarity IRIG RESET NEG Outputs the camera s internal IRIG reset signal 1PPS 5V CMOS output at H level Negative Polarity READY NEG A When using as a part of a system verify the characteristics of the output signals before using them 58 3 21 Signal Delay ee EEK With the system you can set the signal delay time or pulse width for the various signals that are input and output Pulse width and delay settings for the various signals to input output are made with PFV or the remote controller optional The content of each setting is listed in the chart below Setting Item Setting Range Value TRIG TTL IN DELAY 0 60 s 100 ns units SYNC IN DELAY 0 1 frame rate s
18. being input e ltis necessary to connect a Trigger signal separate from a Synchronized signal e Please connect a Trig TTL OUT on a master camera and Trig TTL IN on any slave cameras if you need to operate multiple camera system with a Trigger signal on a master camera 52 3 19 5 Synchronizing the System with Other External Devices Frame Rate Synchronized Recording With the system in addition to the frame rate preset in the system a function has been provided where you can receive a synchronization signal externally set the frame rate with that frequency and record In this way for example the system can be synchronized with a dynamic body that spins at 1 350 revolutions a second to conduct high speed recording at 1 350 fps This can open up broad applications that were unavailable until now e Conceptual Diagram of External Synchronized Recording 1 350H 1 350fps SYNC Sync Pulse Generator This function using an external synchronization signal to synchronize the camera to the desired frame rate is explained here e When conducting frame rate synchronization recording with the system the input signal must meet the following conditions m FET Input OV 12V H level 2 5V to 12V positive polarity or negative polarity m 60 Hz 50 Hz for PAL to 480 000 Hz 53 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording System Settings Frame rate synchronization signal settings on the
19. l i 768x352 E E E The unit in the chart is sec 5 1 5 Recordable Times Resolution 8bit DEV Times ETT Times METE Times MET Times 9409 0819 1638 3 277 1 024x688 A 640x280 l i The unit in the chart is sec 89 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 2 Dimensions ie 5 2 1 Camera Body FASTCAM SA Z G type F mount mm o 4 1 4 20UNC DEPTHS 5 a S 5 eooo MI un c2 6 M5 DEPTHS Z E 3 z x N M LO M E s i EA ar 5 lt i if bl t Y y 64 8 DEPTH5 5 lu DEPTH6 we 1 4 20UNC_DEPTH6 Bottom View A ao i 0 O gt O O x fi E A j 3 Ly 17 J O NI OTi y x 5 4 7 DEPTHS 5 um DEPTH6 1 4 20UNC_DEPTH6 90 FASTCAM SA Z C mount
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21. of the two connectors 3 Connect between the PC and both connectors with LAN cables 4 The PFV recognizes the two connectors as one single camera Download is made through the two LAN cables in high speed download setting HA Reference e For connection to the PC please refer to the explanation given in GigabitEthernet Interface Connection Manual e When connecting please be careful not to duplicate the IP address of Gigabit Ethernet connectors e Depending on the capability of the PC being used there may be a chance that the effect of High Speed Download function is only marginal 70 4 1 6 Simultaneous Replay Record Function With this system the data recording memory may be divided into two active sections which allows the user to record an ongoing event into one of the sections while replaying the image recorded in the other section MA Reference e For information on the operation of the function please refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer Users Manual 4 1 7 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Initialization When you cannot communicate well with the camera even though you are running PFV the system s control software you may be able to improve the situation by performing the procedure below 1 Of the four USER SW programmable switches on the back of the camera body press and hold USER1 and USER4 for 10 seconds or more 2 The LEDs on the rear of the camera body will illuminate back and for
22. the IP Address page 69 For the setting method of control PC refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual Please refer to the GigabitEthernet Interface Connection Tutorial Manual for detail instruction on PC connection setting About the high speed download feature using two cables please see the explanation in 4 1 5 High speed Download Feature given in page 71 a Supplement e Photron recommends using an STP cable over long distances or in noisy locations e The system is only 1000BASE T compatible When using a PC compatible with only 10BASE T or 100BASE TX the PC must be connected through a 10BASE T 100BASE TX and 1000BASE T compatible switching hub e The system s factory default IP address is below IP ADDRESS gt GIGABIT ETHER1 192 168 0 10 GIGABIT ETHER2 192 168 1 10 NETMASK gt GIGABIT ETHER 1 255 255 255 0 GIGABIT ETHER 2 255 255 255 0 GATEWAY ADDRESS gt 0 0 0 0 PORT gt 2000 Fixed not changeable 68 4 1 1 Connecting the System and a PC Connect the LAN cable to the system as shown below Insert the LAN cable into the GIGABIT ETHER1 or GIGABIT ETHER connector e It is NOT supported to connect and operate one camera synchronously using two PCs via the GIGABIT ETHER1 connector and GIGABIT ETHER2 connector respectively 4 1 2 Setting the IP Address The IP address can be specified using a remote controller option or using the PFV software
23. 310 CLN S22LOC P10MJGO0 820S KEYPAD Keypad signal LEMO ODU a Supplement e The remote controller is optional It is not included in the standard configuration eference e For how to operate of the Remote Controller refer to Remote Controller User s Manual 11 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 6 RS 422 Serial Control The system supports serial control via an RS 422 connection through the KEYPAD connector By setting the STATUS OUT menu to ON the system status can be output via the serial connection For details check the command list Serial control commands are available as separate list of commands Please contact Photron or the dealer where the system was purchased regarding the command list A cable is also not offered as an accessory When using RS 422 control construct a cable using the pin diagram below for reference Keypad Pin Diagram Y N 1o go if 4 R A Ni NG NA EN NA Pg ECG 2B 310 CLN Camera Body Connector Cable Connector Model Model Name Name Manufacturer Manufacturer Connector Name Input Connector ECG 2B 310 CLN S22L0C P10MJG0 820S Not LEMO ODU Specified KEYPAD GN D TRIGGER SW GND 12V OUT 10 When using the connector pins directly refer to the chart above and ensure the wiring is correct Incorrect wiring can cause malfunction The voltage on pin
24. CAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 1 5 Shutter Speed List uncertain interval extension Disable 1 000 2 105 3 077 5 714 12 308 22 857 160 000 1 064 2 174 3 226 6 250 12 903 25 000 400 000 1 136 27 586 1 351 2 439 3 846 9 091 15 385 36 364 1 429 40 000 1 471 42 105 1 724 2 703 4 545 10 811 18 182 57 143 2 000 2 857 5 000 11 429 20 000 80 000 The unit in the chart is 1 x s 82 5 1 6 Shutter Speed List uncertain interval extension Enable ee 2102 3070 5692 122083 2250 144000 1 189 29 032 1 218 30 126 1 514 43 114 1 561 45 570 1 665 2 662 4 431 10 588 17 561 51 429 2 059 2 979 5 385 11 842 21 302 105 882 2 080 3 024 5 534 12 020 21 884 122 034 The unit in the chart is 1 x s 83 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 1 7 Shutter Speed List special mode Resolution Resolution Vertical Horizon 20 1 024 over 224 001 fps over 240 001 fps over 262 501 fps over 300 001 fps over 315 001 fps over 350 001 fps over 360 001 fps over 400 001 fps 256 over 400 001 fps_ over450 001fps A el Resolution Cee 32 O CI EH 1 024 over 336 001 fps over 360 001 fps over 450 001 fps 640 over 400 001 fps 512 over 450 001 fps Pe 256 128 1 E E d o In case of setup frame rate each resolution in table can use below shutter speed the uncertain interval extensi
25. FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Revision 1 00 USEU WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense CAUTION Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment e The copyright of this manual is held by PHOTRON LIMITED e Product specifications and manual contents can change without advanced notification e This manual was created taking every possible measure to ensure the accuracy of its contents However if you find a section which is unclear a mistake or an omission please contact PHOTRON LIMITED using the contact information provided at the end of the manual e PHOTRON LIMITED bears no responsibility for the results of using the product or from following the instructions in this manual Li Introduction Than
26. For example in a situation with a maximum useable memory for two seconds of recording the two seconds of high speed video immediately before when the trigger was input are saved 2048 frames 2 0 sec REC START 3 8 4 MANUAL Mode MANUAL mode is a trigger mode similar to CENTER mode where the content recorded before and after the trigger is input is saved to memory but the proportion of time before and after the trigger can be set as required For example in a situation with a maximum record time of two seconds 0 5 seconds before and 1 5 seconds after the trigger is input are recorded and saved a total of two seconds of high speed video 2048 frames 2 0 sec 512 frames 0 5sec 1536 frames 1 5 sec a P JP E H e B 5 iE 3 8 5 RANDOM Mode RANDOM mode is a trigger mode where each time a trigger is input only a predetermined number of frames are saved to memory For example this function is convenient for a subject which is an irregular and repeated phenomenon which can have a trigger output produced for each cycle or occurrence The number of frames recorded each time the trigger is input can be set as desired in one frame increments from one frame to the maximum of all the recordable frames available 4 frames 4 frames BE START e 34 3 8 6 RANDOM RESET Mode RANDOM RESET mode is explained here by comparing its operation with the normal mode RANDOM RESET mode is a mode to improve the te
27. M SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 12 Color Enhancement Function Color Models Only Color models feature an image color enhancement setting The image color enhancement level can be adjusted in five steps including the OFF setting Menu Display Contents OFF LEVEL2 Sets x1 default color enhancement x2 LEVEL4 3 13 Look Up Table LUT Operations The LUT Look Up Table refers to a reference table that defines the relationship between the pixel brightness gradation of the original image data taken and the brightness gradation displayed on a computer screen or video monitor The system contains a hardware LUT function and you can display the image data taken with improved contrast light and dark sharpness or make an object in the image stand out by emphasizing a specified gray level range The LUT in the system and the relationship between it and video output and the PC software is explained below Caution e When an image is saved with its brightness converted with the LUT the image saved is the image that has had its brightness converted 40 D1 Gain 1x The input is always linear output This LUT is used for normal conditions Qut 0 h D2 Gamma 0 6 This LUT is 0 6 gamma correction Out 0 h D3 Gamma 0 45 This LUT is 0 45 gamma correction 41 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording e D4 Gain 2x The gain is doubled and you can display the dark ar
28. M SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 2 Selecting the Frame Rate Images can be recorded with the system from 60 fps 50 fps with PAL to 20 000 fps using the full 1 024x1 024 pixel resolution of the image sensor For frame rates higher than 20 000 fps high speed recording is achieved by limiting the read area of the image sensor Binning is NOT used a Supplement e The minimum frame rate in NTSC mode is 60 fps e The minimum frame rate in PAL mode is 50 fps 3 2 1 Switching Frame Rate 20K mode Function This camera has two different frame rate setting modes which can be switched from one to the other as needed The 20K mode is set ON by default By setting it OFF however the system can be operated with higher image quality The details of each mode are shown below e 20K Mode ON m The maximum frame rate is 480 000 fps with image resolution of 128 x 8 pixels m When full frame 20 000 fps max m The image resolution is slightly higher than that of the 20 K mode OFF at the same frame rate e 20K Mode OFF E The maximum frame rate is 288 800 fps with image resolution of 128 x 8 pixels m When full frame 8 000fps max m The image resolution is slightly lower than that of the 20K mode ON at the same frame rate i The image quality of the 20K mode OFF can be higher than that of the 20K mode ON at the same frame rate MA Reference e The user may choose either mode depe
29. OM CENTER mode record count The number of trigger inputs that can be accepted in RANDOM CENTER mode is a maximum of 10 Set the number of trigger inputs in advance and the recording operation can be ended when that amount of trigger inputs is finished MA Reference e For how to setup of RANDOM Mode refer to 3 8 5 RANDOM Mode page 34 36 3 8 8 RANDOM MANUAL Mode RANDOM MANUAL mode is a trigger mode similar to RANDOM mode where each time a trigger is input only a predetermined number of frames are saved to memory The difference between this mode and RANDOM mode is that in RANDOM mode the number of specified frames are recorded directly after the trigger input whereas in RANDOM MANUAL mode at the timing of the trigger input the frames before and after the trigger each specified as desired remain in the recording memory For example this function is convenient for a subject which is an irregular and repeated phenomenon which can have a trigger output produced for each cycle or occurrence and you want to check the action before and after the trigger timing The number of frames recorded each time the trigger is input can be set as desired in one frame increments from one frame to the maximum of all the recordable frames available 4 frames 4 frames 1 arn s 3 frames iframes 4 frames E E A gt B a KIK Tk Ale EE ol k z te pa h E e Setting the RANDOM MANUAL mode record count Setting the record co
30. OS signal the uncertain interval extension is enabled SYNC NEG EXPOSE POS EXPOSE POS signal the The uncertain interval extension is disabled SYNC NEG 27 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 5 Dual Slope Shutter DS SHUTTER is a mode that records the high brightness portion and low brightness portion in one image at the same time by adjusting the light exposure internally in the sensor By using this function when recording a subject with an extremely large difference in the brightness in the image the sensor functions so that it can record at the proper light exposure for both the high brightness and low brightness portions The light exposure adjustment can be set from 0 to 99 to the subject to be recorded Caution e This function cannot be used with the operations below m When the trigger mode is RANDOM RESET m Auto Exposure Function e When using the DS SHUTTER function on a color model there are situations where the colors become unbalanced and the color reproducibility degrades a Supplement e The amount of adjustment is expressed as For the strength of the adjustment 0 is no adjustment 99 is the maximum effect 28 3 6 AUTO EXPOSURE Operation o_o a The system has a function that automatically varies the shutter the sensor s exposure time for the quantity of light input so that it will achieve the desired image output level After the settings
31. Overview This chapter gives an overview of the system and an explanation of its features Chapter 2 Setup This chapter gives an overview of the components that make up the system It also explains basic keypad operation and a list of items that should be checked before using the system Chapter 3 Recording This chapter explains operations related to recording Chapter 4 Connecting a PC This chapter explains the procedure for connecting the system to a PC Refer to the Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual for additional details on using a PC to control the system Chapter 5 Product Specifications This chapter explains the system s specifications Chapter 6 Warranty This chapter explains about the warranty Chapter 7 Contacting Photron This chapter lists the contact information to use when contacting Photron if the system malfunctions or if a portion of the manual is unclear La WI Using the System Safely and Correctly In order to prevent injury to yourself and others and to prevent damage to property carefully observe the following safety precautions Photron has given its full attention to the safety of this system However the extent of damage and injury potentially caused by ignoring the content of the safety precautions and using the system incorrectly is explained next Please pay careful attention to the content of the safety precautions when using the system This symbol indicates actions that carry the r
32. STCAM MC2 1 FASTCAM MH4 10K are compatible with collective control by the PFV control software e Basic Process 1 Decide the master camera the source of the synchronization signal and the slave camera the camera that will operate according to the synchronization signal from the master Basically by making the master camera the camera with the lowest maximum frame rate that can be set you can avoid setting a synchronization signal speed the slave camera cannot receive 2 Connect the master camera s Sync output connector to the slave camera s V SYNC input connector with a BNC cable select the synchronization signal output polarity on the master camera and then set the slave camera to be operated by that signal HA Reference e For camera models that can perform synchronized recording or for detailed instructions on making the settings contact Photron at the contact information in 7 1 Contact Information 56 3 20 GENERAL Signal Settings 3 20 1 GENERAL IN Signal Settings Details of the signals output from the GENERAL OUT connector explained in section 3 17 Contact Information are shown in the chart below Signal Input Signal Conditions FET Input OV 12V H TRIG POS Inputs a positive polarity trigger signal level 2 5V to 12V Positive Polarity FET Input OV 12V H TRIG NEG Inputs a negative polarity trigger signal level 2 5V to 12V Negative Polarity FET Input OV 12V H level
33. al output settings are also made by selecting SYNC IN OUT from the menu and TRIG TTL OUT or GENERAL OUT from the submenu Signal output is performed from the TRIG TTL OUT connector and the GENERAL OUT connector explained in section 2 2 7 I O Port Connector The chart below summarizes the output systems and the signals that can be output Connector Name Output System TRIG POS TRIG NEG TTLIN THRU POS TRIG TTL OUT TTLIN THRU NEG TRIG POS GENERAL OUT TRIG NEG Menu Setting Signal Type TTL SW SOFT all TRIG pulse output CMOS 74ACT541 buffer output Positive Polarity TTL SW SOFT all TRIG pulse output CMOS 74ACT541 buffer output Negative Polarity TRIG TTL IN through output CMOS 74ACT541 buffer output Positive Polarity TRIG TTL IN through output CMOS 74ACT541 buffer output Negative Polarity TTL SW SOFT all TRIG pulse output CMOS 74ACT541 buffer output Positive Polarity TTL SW SOFT all TRIG pulse output CMOS 74ACT541 buffer output Negative Polarity 49 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Delay Time For TRIG SW IN approx 14 5 usec For TRIG TTLIN approx POS 95n sec NEG 110n sec For TRIG TTLIN POS approx 40nsec For TRIG TTL IN NEG approx 53nsec For TRIG SW IN approx 14 5usec For TRIG TTL IN GENERAL IN approx POS 95n sec NEG 110n sec Chapter 3 Recording 3 19 Using External Synchronization Signals An external synchroniza
34. an entity other than Photron service has been performed on the system or damage or malfunction that is determined to be attributed to a fault in the use the product For inquires related to malfunction contact the dealer where the product was purchased or the nearest Photron office Mi Reference e For inquires related to our product refer to 7 1 Contact Information page 98 96 Chapter 7 Contacting Photron mm _ _ _ _ _ __ lt LtTF aaa 7 1 Contact Information 97 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 7 Contacting Photron 7 1 Contact Information C For inquires related to PFV contact Photron at the contact information listed below Additionally the following items will be verified when inquiring so please prepare them in advance Company school or organization name customer contact name contact phone number contact e mail address Product Name FASTCAM SA Z Serial Number Check on the nameplate seal Condition of the system and what is known about it Contact Information PHOTRON USA INC 9520 Padgett Street Suite 110 San Diego CA 92126 4426 USA Phone 800 585 2129 or 858 684 3555 Fax 858 684 3558 E mail image photron com In Americas and Antipodes www photron com PHOTRON EUROPE LIMITED The Barn Bottom Road West Wycombe Buckinghamshire In Europe HP14 4BS U K Africa and India Phone 44 0 1494 48 1011 Fax 44 0 1494 48 7011 E mail image photr
35. are made once in a situation where settings cannot be changed this function displays its effect when recording in an environment where the subject s amount of light changes When using this function the following four items must be set in advance AREA TARGET VALUE RANGE SHUTTER Each of these settings is explained below e AREA Sets the image area The auto exposure function operates so that the average value of the image output level in the area specified here becomes the desired image output level e TARGET VALUE Sets the desired image output level Set this value as a 10 bit gradation 0 to 1023 e RANGE Gives the desired image output level a range Set this value as a 10 bit gradation 0 to 1023 The auto exposure function operates so that the average value of the image output level in the area specified here becomes the desired image output level e SHUTTER Sets the maximum exposure time Set in order to prevent subject blur from an exposure time that is too long e The Auto Exposure function keeps a constant image brightness by varying the shutter speed sensor s exposure time Therefore the image may deteriorate as the shutter speed varies from the calibrated setting while using this function Please refer to 3 1 Image Initialization Calibration page 22 for details 29 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording e When the auto exposure function is operating the camera will not perform a s
36. ces For more information about the recycling of this product please contact your local city office waste authority approved scheme or your household waste disposal service or visit www photron com EEA Norway Iceland and Liechtenstein os ZN cleaning of the Image Sensor Surface Electrostatic Discharge ESD events may cause immediate and unrecoverable damage to the image sensor Please read the following instructions and take EXTREME CARE when cleaning the image sensor surface m ALWAYS take appropriate anti static precautions when cleaning or working near the Image sensor DO NOT use any form of cleaning equipment using electrostatic or charged fiber technology m Please discharge any electrostatic build up in your body by touching a grounded metallic Surface before working near the camera sensor m Very gently use only clean and dry air to remove dust from surface of the image sensor m To remove stubborn contamination use the highest grade e g VLSI grade pure Isopropyl alcohol IPA with optical wipes of clean room grade m Extreme care must be taken Gently wipe across the sensor in a single action DO NOT rub to avoid abrasive damage to delicate optical coatings on the glass surface 1 1 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 ou 3 8 Chapter 1 Overview Product Overview and Features mosca ic nana n eaaa anana aana n anana en anana e eee C
37. default settings Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting 512 x 512 128 x 8 512 512 384 384 256 256 128 256 128 128 128 128 x x x x x x x x x x x The circle indicates a possible setting The green items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate This table is the list of default settings Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting 19 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 20K Mode OFF 1 024 x 1 024 384 x 384 Resolution 1 A Te 5 1 A a es e Ee 1 024 084 888 896 808 fa 664 ae 640 se ap 432 312 384 rate fps ga CIDE 10 000 12 000 14 000 16 000 18 000 20 000 30 000 40 000 50 400 60 000 70 000 80 000 90 000 100 800 150 000 200 000 240 000 The circle indicates a possible setting The green items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate This table is the list of default settings Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting 80 384 x 280 128 x 8 384 384 256 256 x x x x 280 224 256 224 256 256 256 128 128 128 128 128 x x x x x x x x 184 160 136 128 88 48 24 8 O JO JO O JO JO JO JO JO JO JO JO JO JO JO O O JO JO JO JO O JO JO JO JO The circle indicates a possible setting The green items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate This table is the list of default settings Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting 81 FAST
38. e Initialization Calibration 3 2 Selecting the Frame Rate 3 3 Selecting the Resolution 3 4 Selecting the Shutter Speed 3 5 Dual Slope Shutter 3 6 AUTO EXPOSURE Operation 3 7 Image Trigger 3 8 Selecting the Trigger Mode 3 9 LOW LIGHT Mode 3 10 3 11 3 12 3 13 3 14 3 15 3 16 3 17 3 18 3 19 3 20 3 21 3 22 3 23 3 24 3 25 3 26 3 27 VARIABLE Setting White Balance Adjustment Color Models Only Color Enhancement Function Color Models Only Look Up Table LUT Operations Edge Enhancement Function Partition Memory amp Record Simultaneous Replay Record Function Input Output Signal Types Using External Triggers Using External Synchronization Signals GENERAL Signal Settings Signal Delay Event Marker Function Using Programmable Switch USER SW IRIG Time Code External Time Synchronization IRIG sync Operation 8bit Recording Mode Direct Trigger Direct Start Mode 21 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 1 Image Initialization Calibration In order to maximize the high image quality of the system it is necessary to correct the non uniformity in each pixel that is inherent in the image sensor The system is equipped with a function to correct the output value for each pixel using the black level as a Standard Using a uniform black image as the standard each pixel s black level is set to Zero This makes it possible to obtain faithful image output for
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40. e read are displayed gray 38 3 11 White Balance Adjustment Color Models Only On digital video cameras photographing white as pure white is described as having the appropriate white balance On the system s color models as well in order to take images with the correct color representation the white balance must be adjusted for the color temperature of the light source used The intensity of each color R G and B can be adjusted on this system By adjusting the balance of those three colors to match the light source used the appropriate white balance can be achieved Two methods are available for adjusting the white balance preset and user editable white balance These methods are explained in this section 3 11 1 Using Preset White Balance Color Models Only With the system there are two types of white balance presets 5100K 3100K for use with common light sources The suggested color temperature for these presets is listed below 5100K Daylight Outdoors 3100K Halogen Light Source 3 11 2 Using User White Balance Color Models Only User white balance can be set in order to achieve the most appropriate white balance for the light source used with the system and the conditions during recording The values set here are stored in the camera body s internal memory as the user preset and they can be loaded by selecting USER There are also two methods for setting user white balance AUTO USER and EDIT USER 39 FASTCA
41. e resolution Increases the shutter speed Changes the trigger mode The same function as the FIT key on the keypad The same function as the STATUS key on the keypad The same function as the LIVE key on the keypad The same function as the REC READY key on the keypad The same function as the REC key on the keypad The same function as the LOW LIGHT key on the keypad The same function as the CALIBRATE key on the keypad 61 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 24 IRIG Time Code External Time Synchronization The system supports IRIG B input and can add an IRIG code to each recorded frame The sample timing for the IRIG code is once each frame The recorded IRIG code is displayed on the VIDEO display or with the Photron FASTCAM VIEWER software e IRIG Code Input Specification Code Format IRIG B 122 Analog Amplitude 1 0Vp p min 8 0Vp p max Modulation Ratio 3 1 to 6 1 a Supplement e IRIG Time Code is used when synchronizing a camera with external equipment in time It is a convenient function when apparatus is physically separated e When the IRIG code is being input the IRIG code is displayed in white and is displayed to the left e The IRIG offset time is also displayed below it When the IRIG code is not being input the IRIG code is displayed in grey At that time the counter is the camera s internal counter and it continues to count e Limitation of use of
42. eas of the image emphasized o e D5 Gain 4x The gain is doubled and you can display the dark areas of the image emphasized This LUT emphasizes the dark portions even more than D4 Out 0 h e D6 Reverse Gradation The input gradation is reversed and then displayed Qut 0 h Sir i 42 3 13 1 Using a Custom LUT Creating a LUT pattern is done with PFV MA Reference e For the creation method of a LUT pattern refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 3 14 Edge Enhancement Function With the system s edge enhancement setting you can enhance the edges in the recorded image in four steps including the OFF setting Menu Display Edge enhancement off LEVEL1 Edge enhancement set to weak LEVEL2 Edge enhancement set to medium LEVEL3 Edge enhancement set to strong 3 15 Partition Memory amp Record The system contains internally 8 GB standard or a maximum of 64 GB of high capacity memory for recording use This recording memory can be partitioned and assigned to each recording Memory is partitioned into equal sizes and a maximum of 64 partitions can be set The partitioned sections are managed by ID numbers Each section can be set with completely independent recording conditions so this feature is convenient when taking consecutive recordings with changed conditions 43 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 16 Simultaneous Replay Record Funct
43. ector which allows external synchronization signals trigger signals IRIG time code o is 50006606004 D 000o QO0 o0 0000 Apperance Rear FASTCAM SA Z 2 2 2 Camera Body Part Names FASTCAM SA Z Mb Handle G type F Mount Front Handle Status Indicator LEDs POWER SW Power Switch f USER SW Programmable Switch ES IN AES PES EN ZEN ES A jih Jl Jl JA Jl SST SSA AS NEF ANTA KT SING ce irl F2 sme sWe PEC WER Ciemas Luras TENGGER IN EaD N GIGABIT ETHER Gigabit Ethernet A LAN Cable Connector KEYPAD KEYPAD Connector VIDEO OUT Video Output Connector GIGABITN ETHER 1 DC18 36V 210VA Power Supply Connector IJO PORT IJO Port Connector HD SDI HD SDI Output Connector 7 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 3 Status Display LEDs on the Rear of the Camera Body There are a number of LEDs on the rear of the system s camera body These LEDs indicate the status of the system The function of each LED is explained here POWER Green LED ON Power On LED OFF Power Off m IF LINK TRANS Red LED ON The Gigabit Ethernet interface is connected LED FLASHING Data is transferri
44. eft to right a number of times MA Reference e For how to initialize the Gigabit Ethernet interface refer to 4 1 7 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Initialization page 71 9 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 4 Interchangeable Lens Mounts The lens mount on the system can be changed according to the recording purpose There are 3 types of interchangeable lens mounts G type F mount C mount and EF mount Option The system has mechanical shutter as a standerd feature e How to change the lens mount G type F mount C mount 1 Remove the four M5 bolts with the hexagonal holes using the hexagonal wrench 2 Remove the G type F mount portion as a unit 3 Install the C mount unit using the bolts with hexagonal holes in the 90 diagonal holes 4 After installation always verify that the unit is not loose and does not rattle C Mount G type F Mount Standard 10 2 2 5 Remote Controller Optional The system can be operated while checking the monitor by connecting the optional remote controller to the KEYPAD connector on the rear of the camera body The remote controller is also hot pluggable it can be plugged into and unplugged from the camera while the power is on a e mar ki kd bad A s hee VIDEO OUT terminal Camera Body Connector Keypad Connector Camera Body o Signal Model Name Model Name Manufacturer Manufacturer ECG 2B
45. elow START CENTER END MANUAL RANDOM RANDOM RESET RANDOM CENTER RANDOM MANUAL 3 8 1 START Mode START mode is a trigger mode where recording starts the instant the trigger is input the scene is recorded until the memory is full and then recording ends This mode is suitable for taking images of high speed phenomena when what will happen and when it happens is known in advance For example in a situation with a maximum useable memory of two seconds of recording two seconds of high speed video is saved immediately after the trigger is input 2048 frames 2 0 sec f ee i Id 3 8 2 CENTER Mode CENTER mode is a trigger mode where an equal amount of content recorded before and after the trigger is input is saved to memory This mode is suitable for viewing before and after an important instant For example in a situation with a maximum useable memory for two seconds of recording one second before and one second after the trigger was input is recorded for a total of two seconds of high speed video 2048 frames 2 0 sec y 1024 frames 1 0 sec q 1024 frames 1 0 sec REC START 33 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 8 3 END Mode END mode is a trigger mode where the content recorded immediately before the trigger is input is saved to memory This mode is suitable for recording a high speed phenomenon where it is hard to predict when the important action will start and stop
46. exposure uncertain interval The position of the point varies according to the integral of the quantity of light input on the exposure indefinite interval The relation between the light input and the output of the camera is non liner during the exposure uncertain interval The red diagonal areas on the following timing chart show the exposure uncertain intervals e The uncertain interval At depends on a mode setup as a following table uncertain intervals 20K mode is ON Approx 694nsec cda er Approx 198nsec with a frame rate in the following table AS 20K mode is OFF Approx 1 11usec Resolution Resolution Vertical Horizon E 1 024 over 262 501 fps over 300 001 fps 896 over 288 001 fps over 315 001 fps 768 over 315 001 fps over 350 001 fps 640 over 350 001 fps over 360 001 fps 512 over 360 001 fps over 400 001 fps 384 over 400 001 fps 256 over 400 001 fps over 450 001 fps 128 D gt Resolution Resolution Vertical Horizon 16 1 024 over 336 001 fps over 360 001 fps over 450 001 fps over 360 001 fps over 400 001 fps over 360 001 fps over 450 001 fps over 400 001 fps over 450 001 fps o 26 e It is possible to exclude the uncertain interval with the setting It is excluded at the factory default setting The exclusion is applied to just for the shutter speed display and the EXPOSE POS NEG signal the exposure uncertain intervals are remains still actually al EXPOSE P
47. f the external synchronization signal is performed from the GENERAL OUT connector explained in section 2 2 7 See the chart below for external synchronization output settings Menu Display Signal Type Delay Time SYNC POS Outputs a positive polarity CMOS 74AC 1541 buffer Approx Sinse vertical synchronization signal output positive polarity SYNC NEG Outputs a negative polarity CMOS 14AC T541 buffer pprox 330nse0 vertical synchronization signal output negative polarity 3 19 3 Synchronization with a variable frequency When synchronizing with a varying input frequency signal the frame rate and resolution specified before recording will be kept as a maximum value and the camera frequency can alternate to a minimum of about 60Hz 50Hz following to the input signal even under the recording mode 50 3 19 4 Synchronizing Multiple FASTCAM SA Z Systems Multiple Unit Synchronized Recording The system can perform synchronized recording by synchronizing multiple units using external e Synchronization input output CAMERA No 2 CAMERA No 1 MASTER BNC Cable Synchronized recording settings using the system are made with the remote controller optional or PFV The conceptual settings when performing synchronized recording using two systems are explained here First decide which camera to make the master camera outputs the synchronization signal and the slave camera receives the synchronizat
48. ger is input 65 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording lt MEMO 66 Chapter 4 Connecting a PC 4 1 Connecting the Gigabit Ethernet Interface to a PC 67 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 4 Connecting a PC 4 1 Connecting the Gigabit Ethernet Interface to a PC XXX QQ MA Reference The system can have the operation of its functions performed from a PC using the Gigabit Ethernet interface This section explains the required setup when connecting the system to a PC To connect a PC to the system connect the system to a commercially available 1000BASE T compatible interface board with a LAN cable For the LAN cable prepare a UTP or STP Cat 5e enhanced category 5 or higher LAN cable UTP Unshielded Twisted Pair STP Shielded Twisted Pair The maximum cable length between the PC and the system is 100 m compliant to the 1000BASE T specification One PC can connect to a maximum of 64 Photron Gigabit Ethernet interface equipped cameras using a hub When connecting multiple devices connect through a switching hub that can connect at 1000BASE T The maximum length of the cable that connects the system or PC to the switching hub is also 100 m The system has two sets of Gigabit Ethernet interface connectors incorporated Using these two connectors simultaneously will make much faster download of image data possible For the setting method of IP address for camera system refer to 4 1 2 Setting
49. gnal settings are made with the remote controller optional or PFV m For PFV Standard 1 Verify that the camera mode is in LIVE mode the image displayed is passed through from the camera If the system is in a mode other than LIVE mode check Live on the camera control panel Select I O on the left tree from Camera Option on the camera control panel Set SYNC IN to ON CAM POS For the Remote Controller Optional Input the slave camera s synchronization Connect the slave camera s SYNC IN connector with the master camera s GENERAL OUT1 connector using a BNC cable When the synchronization signal is input to the SYNC IN connector the SYNC IN LED yellow on the rear of the slave camera illuminates Set the synchronization signal type that slave camera will receive Press the remote controller s MENU key and the menu list is displayed Select SYNC IN from the SYNC IN OUT submenu with the remote controller s ARROW keys and press the ENTER key The output previously set on the master camera has positive polarity POSITIVE therefore it is necessary to make the setting on the slave camera controller the same positive polarity POSITIVE Move the cursor to the ON CAM POS item with the ARROW keys and press the ENTER key to select e If steps 2 to 3 are completed when no synchronization signal is being input the camera will not operate normally As detailed in the procedure make the settings when the signal is
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51. hutter operation with an exposure time longer than the shutter value set here These settings are shown in the diagram below D RANGE S TARGET VALUE S 2 If the image level being output the average value of the area set with AREA is or the function operates as below e For position D Since the image level being output is higher than the range TARGET VALUE RANGE the function operates to close the shutter shorten the exposure time If position 2 The image level being output is lower than the range TARGET_VALUE RANGE so the function operates to open the shutter lengthen the exposure time If position The image level being output is within the range of TARGET_VALUE RANGE so the operation of the shutter is not varied e The DS SHUTTER function is inactive while the AUTO EXPOSURE function is being used e When the RANGE setting is a small value the range of the desired image output level narrows e If the RANGE value is made smaller than necessary the image level is difficult to place in the desired position In this case the variable shutter operation cannot place the image level in the desired position and a phenomenon occurs where the image output level is unstable When a situation like this occurs it can be resolved by making RANGE a larger value 30 3 7 Image Trigger This system has a function that automatically activates trigger when the target object area hits a predeter
52. ion With this system the data recording memory may be divided into two active sections which allows the user to record an ongoing event into one of the sections while replaying the image recorded in the other section Simultaneous recording and replaying reduces the waiting time for completion of a recording while replaying the image already recorded on the other section for confirmation HA Reference e For detailed explanation of using the function please look into the Remote Controller Users Manual a Supplement e To use the simultaneous replay record function two sets of video or HD SDI monitors are necessary It cannot be used with a combination of a video monitor and an HD SDI monitor 44 3 17 Input Output Signal Types With the system many signals can be input and output through the l O cable Signals that can be input and output from the I O cable are listed below S A signal other than the specified signal must not be input to the various connectors Use extreme caution as there is a risk of damage to both the input device and the output device 3 17 1 TRIG TTL IN Connector The system recognizes an external TTL signal as a trigger during the READY or ENDLESS recording state Starting and stopping recording in the selected recording mode is controlled with this signal Input voltage is OV to 12V H level 2 5V to 12V positive or negative polarity pulse width is 200 ns or greater
53. ion signal Outputs the camera s exposure period signal S Outputs during both LIVE and recording REC POS NEG Outputs a signal during recording TRIG POS NEG Outputs the trigger signal the camera received READY POS NEG Outputs a signal that indicates the recording ready state HA Reference e For details refer to 3 20 2 GENERAL OUT Signal Settings page 58 46 3 18 Using External Triggers Xxx EEK With the system you can record by receiving various trigger signals matched to the recording application The trigger signals that can be used on the system are explained here along with a description of how to use them 3 18 1 Inputting an External Trigger Signal The external trigger signals that can be used with the system and their input system are listed below External trigger signal input settings are also made by selecting SYNC IN OUT from the menu and TRIG TTL IN or GENERAL IN from the submenu The signals input from the TRIG TTL IN and GENERAL IN connectors are explained in section 2 2 7 1 0 Port Connector Connector Name q Sianal Input System i TRIG POS FET Input OV 12V H level 2 5V to 12V Positive Polarity TRIG TTL IN TRIG NEG FET Input OV 12V H level 2 5V to 12V Negative Polarity TRIG POS FET Input OV 12V H level 2 5V to 12V Positive Polarity AEEA FET Input OV 12V H level 2 5V to 12V TRIG NEG U ee EVET ie Negative Polarity TRIG SW IN None Contact sig
54. ion signal from the two systems to use for synchronized recording e Setting the Master Camera Outputs Synchronization Set the signal output for the master camera which will output the synchronization signal Synchronization signal settings are made with the remote controller optional or PFV m For PFV Standard 1 Verify that the camera mode is in LIVE mode the image displayed is passed through from the camera If the system is in a mode other than LIVE mode check Live on the camera control panel 2 Select I O on the left tree from Camera Option on the camera control panel 3 Set GENERAL OUT1 m For the Remote Controller Optional 1 Press the remote controller s MENU key and the menu list is displayed 2 Select GENERAL OUT1 from the SYNC IN OUT submenu with the remote controller s ARROW keys and press the ENTER key 3 From the menu select the signal to output from the master camera s GENERAL OUT 1 connector Move the cursor to the SYNC POS item with the ARROW keys and press the 51 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 4 ENTER key to select The master camera is set to output a positive polarity vertical synchronization signal from its GENERAL OUT1 connector e Setting the Slave Camera Receives the Synchronization Signal Next set the synchronization signal input for the slave camera which will receive the synchronization signal supplied by the master camera Synchronization si
55. ions there are 8 GB standard memory capacity type and 16 GB or 32GB 64GB high capacity type When purchasing it is possible to select from these models according to the application or your demands The Types are listed below Max Frame Rate Sensor Type Type Name FASTCAM SA Z type 480K C 8GB aca FASTCAMSA Z ype 4e0KcM808 480 000fps Monochrome a Supplement e EF Mount model is prepared for each type 5 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 Part Names The system is composed of components including the camera body AC power supply and the Photron FASTCAM Viewer control software referred to below as PFV For each of the system components Do not expose to shock Do not use in an area where flammable gas or dust present is present Do not place in an unstable location such as on an unstable platform or an incline Do not disassemble or modify Do not expose to liquids such as water Do not subject to excessive force 2 2 1 Camera Body The camera body contains IC memory for image recording and has been designed to be able to record high speed images uncompressed The back of the camera body is equipped with the video output terminals which can playback the recorded images on a video monitor the Gigabit Ethernet interface which permits full camera control and data download possible via connection to a PC the input output conn
56. isk that a person could receive a serious injury This symbol indicates actions that carry the risk thata person could receive a Caution moderate injury or that damage to physical property might occur e The safety precautions to be observed are explained with the following symbols A This symbol indicates actions that require caution S This symbol indicates actions that are prohibited and must be avoided Q This symbol indicates actions that must always be performed SOO O A m Do not perform actions that will damage the AC cable or plug Do not damage the cable modify it use it near a heater excessively bend twist or pull on it place heavy objects on it or bundle it Using the cable when damaged can cause fire electric shock or a short circuit m Do not use the system in a manner which will exceed the rating of the power outlet or wiring equipment used Exceeding the power rating might cause a fire from excessive heat m Do not insert metallic objects inside or pour liquids such as water on the system Doing so can cause fire electric shock or malfunction from short circuit or heat m Do not disassemble or modify the system There are high voltages inside the system that can cause electric shock m Do not plug in or unplug the power cord with wet hands Doing so can cause electric shock m This chapter lists the contact information to use when contacting Photron if the
57. k you for your purchase of Photron s high speed camera system the FASTCAM SA Z referred to below as the system This manual contains the operating instructions and warnings necessary for using the system Before using the system please read the entire manual If any part of this manual is unclear contact Photron using the contact information printed at the back of the manual After you finish reading the manual store it in a safe place along with the warranty card and refer back to it when necessary La Manual Notation The following icons and symbols are used in the explanations in this manual Icon Symbol Description This symbol indicates content that should always be read Important e This symbol indicates instructions that should always be 9 Caution y y followed when using the software or things to be careful of when using the software This symbol indicates supplementary items to be aware of a Supplement when using the system This symbol indicates the location of a reference This symbol indicates a space for you to make notes lt MEMO This symbol is used to indicate the names of items ona screen references dialog names and connectors This symbol is used to indicate menu names and sub menu names La W Using the Manual This section explains the layout of the manual Introduction The introduction explains the manual and safety precautions Chapter 1
58. mined image output level This is a handy function to use when you shoot a high speed event that does not output an effective triggering signal or when you wish to simply automate a recording without using an external trigger signal The use of this function requires the following three settings to be made in advance AREA REFERENCE and RANGE Each of the above three items will be described in this section e AREA Sets a field of interest within an image to be recorded The Image Trigger function activates trigger by using the averaged level of image output signal within the field of interest set here e REFERENCE Sets the reference value of the image output signal level as criterion The value is set by the 10 bit 0 to 1023 scale e RANGE Gives a range to the reference value of image output level set in the above step REFERENCE The value is set by the 10 bit 0 to 1023 scale The Image Trigger function activates trigger if and when the average value of image output level within the field set in the AREA step goes out of the range of REFERENCE RANGE values e The reaction speed of the Image Trigger depends on the repeating rate of video 1 23 98 to 1 60 depending on the video format e The Image Trigger is an auxiliary functionality that activates trigger based on the background difference within the field of view while waiting for an occurrence of a target event There is an inevitable possibility that the sys
59. mporal accuracy of the record start timing and the timing of the trigger input where to put it simply with the input of the trigger signal at the timing that it is input the camera s record timing is reset Trigger Signal TRIGGER IM l l m RANDOM Mode Operation i l l Record Timing Signal Cvertical Synchronization Signal l Pame AAA The camera s intemal record timing signal vertical synchronization signal is not changed for the trigger signal input The frame exposed when the tigger signal is input is recorded as the first frame Adevianee occurs between the trigger signal and the intemal frame timing m RANDOM RESET Mode Operation Record Timing Signal i Cuertical o r _AA gt ARO Jaan 1 6 6 1 617 67 The record timing signal vertical synchronization signali is reset by the tigger input When the camera is set to the normal RANDOM mode the same as START mode and RANDOM RESET mode the difference in the recording operation for the trigger input is shown graphically In the normal RANDOM mode and START mode the camera starts recording when the trigger is input but the internal record timing signal is independent and it operates regardless of when the trigger is input For this reason there may be situations where the start time of the first frame when the trigger is input is advanced almost a full frame The range of this overlap also cannot be known On the other hand in RANDOM RESET mode
60. n be plugged in and removed while the system s power is on A Reference e For how to operate of the Keypad refer to Remote Keypad User s Manual 19 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 4 Connecting aPC 2 4 1 Giabit Ethernet The system can have the operation of its functions performed from a PC using the Gigabit Ethernet interface This section explains the required setup when connecting the system to a PC AOS k mue a M E n a y F 4 AJ 0000 EN i us Sm DL h To connect a PC to the system connect the system to a commercially available 1000BASE T compatible interface board with a LAN cable For the LAN cable prepare a UTP or STP CAT5E enhanced category 5 or higher category LAN cable UTP Unshielded Twisted Pair STP Shielded Twisted Pair The maximum cable length between the PC and the system is 100 m compliant to the 1000BASE T specification One PC can connect to a maximum of 64 Photron Gigabit Ethernet interface equipped cameras using a hub When connecting multiple devices connect through a switching hub that can connect at 1000BASE T The maximum length of the cable that connects the system or PC to the switching hub is also 100 m MA Reference e For operating instructions of Photron FASTCAM Viewer software refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 20 Chapter 3 Recording m _ _ _ _F lt K K K4k 3 1 Imag
61. nal Set the signal type to be input to GENELAL IN from the menu in advance A Use caution not to input more than specified voltage or current to the TRIG TTL IN and GENERAL IN trigger signal inputs as there is a risk of damage to the equipment MA Reference e For the setting method of the signal inputted into GENERAL IN refer to 3 20 1 GENERAL IN Signal Settings page 57 47 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording TRIG TTLIN GENERAL TTL IN TRIG SW IN SYNC IN Circuit Diagram TRIGGER_SW gt TRIGGER_TTL_IN S SYNC_IN gt GENERAL_IN MICROSMD150F 02 1 2 5025 390 QF DF2S12FS GND 1 2 5025 390 QF DF2512FS GND 1 2 5025 390 QF DF 2512F S GND 1608 10k QF Q 1608 10k QF QO Z 1608 10k QF Q Zz NFW31SP506X1E4 3 2N7002ET1G 2N7002ET1G 2N7002ET1G 5V 1608 10k QF 1 2 2012 220 QF 1608 0 1uF GND 5V 1 2 1608 330 NRF 5V 1 2 1608 330 QF 5V 1 2 1608 33002F SN74AHC14PW PBF gt TRIGGER_SW_CPU BD TRIGGER_TTL_IN_CPU SYNC _IN_CPU ES GENERAL _IN_CPU 1608 0 1uF GND GND 48 3 18 2 Outputting External Trigger Signals With the system you can externally output trigger signals Output is performed with the TRIG TTL OUT connector s dedicated trigger output system provided by the system and additionally output can also be optionally set from the GENERAL OUT connector External trigger sign
62. nding on the frame rate and image quality required by the particular application Table of frame rates and image resolutions refer to 5 1 4 Frame Rate and Resolution page 78 e There may be adverse effect introduced to the image quality such as horizontal line like noise when the frame rate or shutter speed is changed To eliminate such a defect calibration must be carried out before resuming a recording with a new setting of frame rate and or shutter speed refer to 3 1 1 Executing Calibration Frame Rate and Resolution page 22 24 3 3 Selecting the Resolution The maximum resolution of the image sensor is 1 024 x 1 024 total 1 048 576 pixels By reducing the resolution images can be taken with even faster frame rates or the recording duration can be extended accordingly MA Reference e For more information of relation between Frame Rate and Resolution refer to 5 1 4 Frame Rate and Resolution page 78 3 4 Selecting the Shutter Speed The shutter speed Exposure time is independent of the frame rate and it is possible to control the exposure time in the frame using the electric shutter By making an exposure that is of a shorter period than the frame rate high speed objects can be photographed blur free The longest setting values of the shutter speed are as following Frame rate is lower than 1 000 fps 1 1 000 sec 1 msec Frame rate is 1 000 fps or higher one step shorter sh
63. ng LED OFF The Gigabit Ethernet interface is not connected E TRIGGER Yellow LED ON A trigger signal is present being input The LED will illuminate for 0 1 second when the trigger signal is input LED OFF The trigger signal is not present m IRIG Green LED ON The IRIG GPS signal is present being input LED OFF The IRIG GPS signal is not present m SYNC MODE Red LED ON In external synchronization mode synchronized to an external signal LED OFF In internal synchronization mode synchronized to the internal signal m SYNC IN Yellow LED ON A synchronization signal is present being input LED OFF A synchronization signal is not present E REC READY Yellow LED ON Ready to record LED FLASHING ENDLESS recording The REC Red LED is also flashing LED OFF Not ready to record m REC Red LED ON Ready to record The case of ENDLESS recording mode LED FLASHING Recording LED OFF Not recording e lllumination blinking in operational states E During low light mode operationLEDs other than POWER green and IF LINK TRANS red blink at a regular interval W When calibration is run from USER SW or the remote controller LEDs other than POWER green and IF LINK TRANS red blink alternately from right to left three times and from left to right three times m During the Gigabit Ethernet interface initialization LEDs other than POWER green and IF LINK TRANS red blink alternately from right to left and from l
64. noanonarononnnnnonnnnoncnnonos General Specifications ooccconccccocnncconnnoconononononononononnnonannnonanononos A o daga aa atangat ka gae kapan an aa dangin naba agak a kawanda Frame Rate and Resolution ooccconcccconcncccccncnncnnnnncnonnncncnnncncnnnnnnnnnnos Shutter Speed List uncertain interval extension Disable Shutter Speed List uncertain interval extension Enable Shutter Speed List special MONE ccoooncccccccccoccnccncnccconcnccononononononos Shutter Speed List 20K mode OFF uncertain interval extension Disable pto E Shutter Speed List 20K mode OFF uncertain interval extension EDIC sawa bia aed tesa se ates KAANANE NG BG DN GN AAN a Bad Kai GB A a a Ka Recordable Image Count Resolution 12bit oooccoccoocnonccnononoo Recordable Image Count Resolution 8bit cocoooccnncconnnnccnononoo Recordable Times Resolution 12bit oooncccconnccncononcnnononcnncnnanonos Recordable Times Resolution 8bit ooooccncccocccnconoccnnononcnnnoncnnnos 5 2 Dimensions Camera BOOY screen dicte eaaa Ba aka aaa ete doen niani a A aa dian Remote Controller Optional ccccoonccnccocconocoocnnconononnononennnonanonos Remote Controller with LCD Optional anaa eaaa eaaa anan eaaa AC Power Supply Unit ooccccoccnccccnccccnncccccnococononocnncnannnnnnnnnonenonononos dll 9 1 2 9 1 3 9
65. on is disabled 998 020 The unit in the chart is 1 x s the uncertain interval extension is enabled 370 588 690 411 833 058 The unit in the chart is 1 x s 84 85 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 1 8 Shutter Speed List 20K mode OFF uncertain interval extension Disable 1 020 1 042 1 250 32 000 1 613 1 667 53 333 1 724 57 143 2 083 3 030 5 556 12121 22 222 133 383 12 121 The unit in the chart is 1 x s 86 5 1 1 Shutter Speed List 20K mode OFF uncertain interval extension Enable see 2100 3066 5678 12142 22 291 135849 1 040 1 248 30 901 1 610 1 664 50 350 1 721 53 731 2 079 3 020 5 5214 11 960 21 687 116 129 11 960 116 129 The unit in the chart is 1 x s 87 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 1 2 Recordable Image Count Resolution 12bit as 8G Model 16G Model 32G Model 64G Model Rec Frames Rec Frames Rec Frames Rec Frames 896x448 114 118 11 182 760 Recording Time Rec Frames x 1 frame rate fps 5 1 3 Recordable Image Count Resolution 8bit O 8G Model 16G Model 32G Model 64G Model Rec Frames Rec Frames Rec Frames Rec Frames Recording Time Rec Frames x 1 frame rate fps 5 1 4 Recordable Times Resolution 12bit Rec Times Rec Times Rec Times Rec Times 1 024x1 000 i
66. on com www photron com PHOTRON LIMITED Fujimi 1 1 8 Chiyoda Ku Tokyo 102 0071 Japan In other areas Phone 81 3 3238 2107 Fax 81 3 3238 2109 E mail image photron co jp www photron co jp 98 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Revision 1 00 USEU Publication Date December 2013 Publisher PHOTRON LIMITED Chiyoda Fujimi Bldg Fujimi 1 1 8 Chiyoda ku Tokyo 102 0071 2013 PHOTRON LIMITED All rights reserved Printed in Japan Control No J131201U
67. ory Capacity 8 GB type 1 16 GB type 2 32 GB type 3 64 GB type 4 RANDOM RESET RANDOM CENTER RANDOM MANUAL Hardware LUT on camera Controllable via Remote Controller or software Image Output Customization Customizable LUT brightness is changeable External Synchronization Input Signal External Synchronization Output Signal Trigger Input Signal TTL 3 3 to 12V contact Other Output Signals Other timing signal outputs Remote Controller RS 422 external control I F Gigabit Ethernet I F PC NTSC PAL HD SDI Compliant with SMPTE 292M NTSC mode 1080i 60Hz 59 94Hz 1080p 30Hz 29 97Hz 24Hz 23 98Hz 24Hz sF 23 98 Hz sF PAL mode 1080i 50Hz 1080p 25Hz 24Hz 23 98Hz 24Hz sF 23 98Hz sF With digital zoom scroll fit functions Digital Interface Gigabit Ether x2 Port 1000BASE T SD Card Slot Frame Rate 3 3 to 12Vp p negative polarity positive polarity switchable 5 Vp p negative polarity positive polarity switchable External Control Video Output Signal 74 5 1 2 General Specifications Environment Conditions 20 C 60 C No Condensation 4 F 140 F No Condensation 85 or less No Condensation 0 45 C No Condensation 32 F 104 F No Condensation 261 6 H x 150 W x 375 4 D mm excluding protrusion Samba DN 10 3 H x 5 9 W x 14 8 D 37 H x 88 5 W x 218 D mm excluding protrusion pa 1 5 W x 3 5 H x 8 9
68. s Chapter 3 Recording Image Initialization Calibration ooccccconncncoconnnnononnnncnnnoncononcnnononnnncnnanonnnnonons 3 1 1 Executing Gallbra ON usan static pita 3 1 2 Saving Calibration SettingS occccococnococonnonoccononccconncocannnncnonnnnnnnanons 3 1 3 Loading Calibration SettingS oooccccoooncnccocconccnononcnnononnnnnnnnncnnancnononons 3 1 4 The operation of the Mechanical shutter cccooccccccccncccccncconnncnannnnos Selecting the Frame Rate ccccccccssscecceeseecsesececceeseeeceageeecsaseeesseeessageeesseaes 3 2 1 Switching Frame Rate 20K mode Function aee eaaa aane naen e aee Selecting the Resolution oocccccoocnocccooconcccncnncononnncnononononnannnononnnnnnnannnnnnnnncnnnns Selecting the Shutter Speed occccccocncccocconccooconcccnononnnnononnnnanonononnnnnonanonnnnannnnnnnas Dual Slope SUWE saiku saananing najan aa aa Aa GAE AA NA AK ANK aaa aan a naa daa ENG da Ae Na NA AUTO EXPOSURE Operation sesane anaa eaaa eaaa anana anaa anaa naen naen aane aane eee made TENG YEK aaa anaa as aaa a kedai A AAN E BAE ang aaa Sa AN aaa BAN ana kaka EE kaa GAS AN sa Selecting the Trigger Mode ccoooccocoocconccconnncococnonononcononnannnonnnnnnnnnanonnnnannnnnnnns 30d START MOGO crac ia da sai aia os CENTER OS asasi arisan kanan ag a ocios ia 3 8 3 END MOd6 cios ainda 3 8 4 MANUAL Mode issues las La Tabl
69. system are made with the remote controller optional or PFV m For PFV Standard 1 Verify that the camera mode is in LIVE mode the image displayed is passed through from the camera If the system is in a mode other than LIVE mode check Live on the camera control panel Select I O on the left tree from Camera Option on the camera control panel Set SYNC IN to ON OTHERS POS NEG For the Remote Controller Optional Input the synchronization signal from the device that generates the signal to the system Connect the synchronizing device s output signal to the system s SYNC IN connector using a BNC cable When the synchronization signal is input to the SYNC IN connector the SYNC IN LED yellow on the rear of the system illuminates If the synchronization signal is lost the LED goes out Press the remote controller s MENU key and the menu list is displayed Select SYNC IN from the SYNC IN OUT submenu with the remote controller s ARROW keys and press the ENTER key Use the remote controller s ARROW keys to select the input signal Select ON OTHERS POS positive polarity or ON OTHERS NEG negative polarity according to the polarity of the external synchronization signal When the setting is complete press the ENTER key to finish Output the signal from the synchronization device and verify that the system recognizes the output frequency and synchronizes its frame rate The recognized frame rate will displa
70. system malfunctions or if a portion of the manual is unclear Not fully plugging in the power cable can cause fire from electric shock or heat m When something is wrong with the system unplug the power cable immediately When a foreign substance or liquid such as metal or water gets inside When the outer case is broken or damaged such as from a fall When the system produces smoke a strange smell or strange sound Using the system in these conditions might cause a fire or electric shock MW Do not use the accessories by the usage that a manufacturer does not specify It may cause damage of protection o A O Q O O m Always unplug the system when cleaning it or when it is unused for a long period of time Leaving or storing the system connected to the power source might cause fire from insulation deterioration or electrical discharge mPlease consult us in advance when you perform an event by which laser light or direct rays fall on the image sensor surface Do not set the system in a location where the temperature gets unusually hot The trunk and inside of a car can get especially hot in summer Doing so can cause the outer case and internal components to deteriorate or cause a fire Do not place the system in a location prone to oily smoke or steam or in a location with a lot of humidity or dust Oil moisture and dust conduct electricity which can cause a fire or electric shock m Ambient tempera
71. tem fails to trigger in the timeliest manner to capture short living events Therefore the use of this functionality is NOT advisable to record important experiments involving once a century type or very expensive events 31 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording e The Image Trigger function responds when the level of output image signal averaged value within the field set in the above AREA step is on the line or 2 2 RANGE Trigger operation is carried out REFERENCE D when it separates from this range 0 1023 RANGE 2 When the output image signal level averaged value within the field set in the above AREA step is in the position or 2 the system responds as follows When the output level is in position 1 The system does not activate trigger because the level is within the predetermined range When the output level is in position 2 The output level must first return to position 1 and then the system activates the trigger at the moment the level hits or goes beyond position 2 If the level moves D W 10 gt W0 gt 0M0 gt 0 the system responds every time the level goes from MW to In this example trigger is activated three times 32 3 8 Selecting the Trigger Mode aaa In order to reliably capture high speed phenomena many kinds of trigger modes have been made available These trigger modes are explained next There are eight types of trigger modes which are listed b
72. th from left to right and from right to left and inform you that the initialization of the Gigabit Ethernet interface has completed normally e Pressing and holding on the USER SW Programmable Switch for more than 15 seconds will result in an IP Address Initialization 4 1 8 Camera IP Address Initialization In some circumstance when the IP address is changed and the new IP address is not explicit an IP Address Initialization operation is recommended In this case the IP address will be reset to 192 168 0 10 as the factory settings 1 Of the four USER SW programmable switches on the back of the camera body press and hold USER1 and USER4 for 15 seconds or more 2 When the LEDs blink from left to right and then from right to left alternately it indicates the initialization operation is accomplished 71 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 4 Connecting a PC lt MNO 12 Chapter 5 Product Specifications SS 5 1 Specifications 5 2 Dimentions 73 FASTCAM SA X Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 1 Specifications LLL 5 1 1 Product Specifications CMOS image sensor Sensor Resolution 1 024 x 1 024 pixels When full frame 20 000fps max When a frame segment 480 000fps max G type F mount C mount EF mount optional 12bit 8bit Recording Color Depth l l l RGB each 12bit 8bit Bayer color filter method Shutter Method Electronic shutter Recording Method Recording Mem
73. the camera s internal record timing signal is reset by the trigger input and operates anew For this reason the trigger input time and the timing of the start of the first frame are the same The interval from when the trigger is input until the exposure begins is approximately 1 75 us 35 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 8 7 RANDOM CENTER Mode RANDOM CENTER mode is a trigger mode similar to RANDOM mode where each time a trigger is input only a predetermined number of frames are saved to memory The difference between this mode and RANDOM mode is that in RANDOM mode the number of specified frames are recorded directly after the trigger signal whereas in RANDOM CENTER mode at the timing of the trigger signal the frames before and after the trigger remain in the recording memory For example this function is convenient for a subject which is an irregular and repeated phenomenon which can have a trigger output produced for each cycle or occurrence and you want to check the action before and after the trigger timing The number of frames recorded each time the trigger is input can be set as desired in one frame increments from one frame to the maximum of all the recordable frames available 4 frames 4 frames frames 2 frames frames frames e Setting the RANDOM CENTER mode frame count Setting the frame count in RANDOM CENTER mode is the same as setting the frame count for RANDOM mode e Setting the RAND
74. the input light level e In order to obtain faithful image output execute calibration when the following settings are changed m When the frame rate is changed m When the shutter speed is changed m When the resolution is changed Also depending on the settings phenomena such as the following may occur m Fixed noise like horizontal bands appears m A portion of the screen is clear but noise appears in the area around it These phenomena can be resolved by executing calibration again 3 1 1 Executing Calibration Calibration is executed from the Keypad optional or from PFV MA Reference e Forthe procedure of performing this function refer to Remote Keypad User s Manual or Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 3 1 2 Saving Calibration Settings The system can save a correction data which is obtained by executing the calibration a Supplement e The save process might take a few minutes 3 1 3 Loading Calibration Settings Loading and applying the image correction data which hae been saved on the system 22 3 1 4 The operation of the Mechanical shutter When using the Mechanical shutter there is no need to shade the light since the shutter will close automatically when carrying out a calibration e Mechanical shutter option physically restricts available dimension of C mount lens Projection from the lens mount flange plane a maximum 4 mm Diameter b maximum 80 mm 23 FASTCA
75. tion mode to synchronize to an external signal is provided on the system By using an external synchronization signal recording can be conducted using multiple cameras to synchronize the timing of the shots or to also synchronize the shots with external measuring devices and lighting The procedure and precautions for using the external synchronization signal are explained below 3 19 1 Inputting an External Synchronization Signal An external synchronization signal can be input with the system See the chart below for external synchronization input settings Menu Display Signal Input Signal Conditions a Sets external synchronization off operates none independently FET Input OV 12V H level 2 5V to 12V Positive Polarity Synchronizes to a negative polarity signal A A ON CAM NEG y KA een he 2 5V to 12V Negative from Photron products Polarity Synchronizes to a positive polarity signal FET Input OV 12V H level ON OTHERS POS from an external device 2 5V to 12V Positive including other Photron products Polarity Synchronizes to a positive polarity signal ON CAM POS from Photron products Synchronizes to a negative polarity signal FET Input OV 12V H level ON OTHERS NEG from an external device including other 2 5V to 12V Negative Photron products Polarity 3 19 2 Outputting an External Synchronization Signal The system can externally output a synchronization signal Output o
76. troller optional or PFV MA Reference e For the details of a 8 bit Recording Mode setup refer tol 5 1 8 Recordable Image Count Resolution Bit depth 1 Page 88 64 3 27 Direct Trigger Direct Start Mode The system recording operation responding to an input trigger signal can be configured according to varies of customer s needs e DIRECT TRIGGER Mode This mode is NOT supported on PFV software a START TRIGGER Mode Recording starts immediately upon the second trigger input CENTER END MANUAL TRIGGER Mode Once the trigger signal is input the camera will be shifted to endless recording state e DIRECT START Mode e START TRIGGER Mode The same operation as when the direct trigger mode is off e CENTER END and MANUAL TRIGGER Modes Once the trigger signal is input the camera is shifted to endless recording state In this circumstance either the RECORD button of PFV software or the GENERAL IN Connector under ReadyPos state furthermore the RECORD button of LCD Remote Controller can trigger a record signal to the camera MA Reference e For details of how to set the camera to DIRECT START Mode refer to Remote Controller User s Manual or Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual e For details of GENERL IN signal settings refer to 3 20 1 GENERAL IN Signal Settings Caution e In case of using Direct Trigger existing memory date is overwritten immediately when a trig
77. ture 0 45 C humidity 85 RH or lower maximum altitude 2 000m or lower In addition if exceeding these limits use in a condensation free environment Doing so can cause malfunction Do not store the equipment in a location where the temperature goes below 20 C or higher than 60 C Also prevent condensation from forming during shipment m When shipping remove the connecting cable and use the original packaging or a dedicated carrying case Do not ship the equipment in an environment where the temperature goes below 20 C or higher than 60 C Also prevent condensation from forming during shipment A European Union and EEA only These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste according to the WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC the Battery Directive 2006 66 EC and or your national laws implementing those Directives This product should be handed over to a designated collection point e g on an authorized one for one basis when you buy a new similar product or to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment EEE and batteries and accumulators Improper handling of this type of waste could have a possible impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE Your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resour
78. unt in RANDOM MANUAL mode is the same as setting the record count for RANDOM CENTER mode e Setting the RANDOM MANUAL mode frame count To use RANDOM MANUAL mode the proportion of frames to record before and after the trigger must be set in advance before recording AA Reference e For how to setup of RANDOM Mode refer to 3 8 5 RANDOM Mode page 34 37 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 9 LOW LIGHT Mode EEE ooo ooo SESS The more you increase the frame rate or shutter speed of the camera the more the amount of light entering the camera decreases making the displayed image darker Low light mode is a function that temporarily increases the exposure time making the displayed image easier to see to enable you to focus and setup the camera The default shutter speed of this product is 1 60 second 3 10 VARIABLE Setting In the recording conditions settings the frame rate and resolution can be set to the desired value following the conditions listed below m FRAMERATE can be set from 103 frame rates between 60 fps 50 fps for PAL and 480 000 fps m The size and horizontal position of the resolution can be set in 128 horizontal and 8 vertical increments a Supplement e The area cannot be moved to the vertical direction at the variable setting of the system e VARIABLE settings made in the each 20K mode ON OFF cannot be read in the other mode and vice versa All settings that cannot b
79. utter speed setting than 1 frame second Please refer to the following Supplement part for the example The shortest setting value of shutter speed is 1 996 932 sec approx 1 003 usec When Uncertain Interval Extension is enabled it is shown 1 472 992 second about 2 11usec and the EXPOSURE POS NEG signals are output on this timing Please refer to the following Important part for the details a Supplement e For example when working under 500fps the available shutter speed varies from 1 1 000 to 1 996 923 second When working under 2000fps a shutter speed varying from one faster step than 1 2 000 second 1 2 020 second to 1 996 923 second can be obtained e The numerical value of 0 xxx S display serves as actual exposure time e The numerical value of 1 xxx S display is round figure It differs from actual exposure time a little HA Reference e For more information of Shutter Speed refer to 5 1 5 Shutter Speed List uncertain interval extension Disable page 82 and 5 1 6 Shutter Speed List uncertain interval extension Enable page 83 25 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording e The exposure starts at the rising edge of the EXPOSE POS signal or the falling edge of the EXPOSE NEG signal The exact exposure end point is on the preceding of the falling edge of the EXPOSE POS signal in the range of maximum 1 11 micro seconds from the falling edge referred to below as
80. y in the lower left of the video monitor 54 e If no synchronization signal is input or the input signal is under 60Hz 50Hz during steps 3 to 7 or the synchronization signal is lost the display shows NO SYNC INPUT If steps 3 through 7 are done inputting a signal over 480 000 Hz the display shows OVER SYNC INPUT In either case you cannot record normally e A minute error occurs in the input synchronization signal due to the construction of the internal circuitry of this function An error of 10 ns occurs for the input synchronization signal in the actual operation Since the frame rate display value on the monitor is in 1Hz units the error may be shown larger than the actual operation an error of about 1 5Hz is produced For example when performing external device synchronization inputting a synchronization signal of 10000Hz the monitor display error is 10 000 Hz 1Hz 9 999 fps to 10 001 fps 55 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 19 6 Synchronizing the System with Other Cameras Mixed Device Synchronized Recording Using the function frame rate synchronization recording in the previous section 3 19 5 Synchronizing the System with Other External Devices Frame Rate Synchronized Recording mixed type synchronized recording can be performed with Photron s other high speed cameras except for some older products In particular the FASTCAM SA series FASTCAM APX RS and FASTCAM MC2 FA
81. ystem s Components and Accessories 2 2 Part Names 2 3 Device Connections 3 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 1 About the System s Components and Accessories T 2 1 1 Components The system s standard components are listed below Remove the components from the packaging and check them 1 Camera Body with G type F mount One 2 AC Power Supply Unit AC Cable One 3 DC Cable One 4 C mount One 5 Hexagonal Wrench for Changing Lens Mounts 1 5 mm 2 mm 4 mm 5 mm One each 6 Lens Mount Cap built into the camera body One 7 VO Input and Output Cable One 8 FASTCAM Series Setup Disk Driver Application DVD One 9 FASTCAM SA Z Hardware Manual this manual One 10 Photron FASTCAM Viewer PFV User s Manual One 11 How to Make a Gigabit Ethernet Connection Simple Procedure Manual One 12 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Cable LAN Cable One 2 1 2 Accessories Options The following options are available for the system 1 Remote Controller for SA8 SA X SA X2 SA Z Remote Controller with LCD for SA X2 SA Z EF Remote Controll Mount Option for SA Z FASTCAM SA Z Specialized Carrying Case Photron Trigger Box Mount with Filter changer 3 type 2 3 4 5 6 7 Q The accessories use only accessories meeting the specifications of the manufacturer Mount with Filter changer 1 type 2 1 3 Type For the FASTCAM SA Z system there are monochrome and color versions and for each of these vers

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