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FASTCAM MH4-10K Hardware Manual

1. to scale 0 8 Je 35 _ 153 x rdi N 0 W O HET 9 L 2 20 1500 71 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 3 MEMO _ 12 Chapter 6 Warranty 6 1 About the Warranty 73 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 6 Warranty 6 1 About the Warranty FE ee 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 amp 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 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 ma
2. 64 5 1 5 Recordable Image Count Resolution 64 5 1 6 Sh llerSpsSed Sb uuu u sate tes a a e 65 5 2 DIM NSIONS uuu uuu dan baren ris ed vu ae asawa a dieu Serve iioi bcn r tems SDR in 66 5 2 1 Camera Controller u uu uu uu aaa 66 DAA CAMA IG OG u u nn IA 67 9 2 3 Pencil Type Camera Head Straight 69 50 2 4 Pencil Type Camera Head Right angle 70 5 2 5 AC Power Supply Unit a 71 Chapter 6 Warranty 73 6 1 FADOUL TINS Warianily uuu uu uy u oai ua Gd tcd x aree ul aka ji D RR Uo qa 14 Chapter 7 Contacting Photron 75 7 1 Contact Information Chapter 1 Overview y rn EEE 1 1 Product Overview and Features 1 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 1 Overview 1 1 Product Overview and Features EE The FASTCAM MH4 10K is a camera that by employing ultra compact camera heads makes it possible to shoot in locations not previously accessible to conventional high speed camera heads As for the performance of the FASTCAM MH4 10K it can record at a maximum resolution of 512 x 512 pixels at 2 000 fps frames per second at this full frame resolution and up to a maximum speed of 10 000 fps at reduced resolution It is possible to record simul
3. 2 2 3 Status Display LEDs on the front of the Camera Controller 224 Camera Heads T ss a Eaa aan 2 20s High G H USIngs _____ u u uu as o a nn i nja 2 2 6 Camera Cable Selectable 2 2 1 LCD Remote Controller Optional 22 0 RS5422 S6llal eom MEI 06 0 a eee 2 2 10 Power Supply Connector Device Connections NP 2 3 1 Connecting a Camera Head 2 3 2 Connecting the LCD Remote Controller Optional 2 3 3 Connecting a Video Monitor uu uuu uuu nne 2 3 4 Connecting the AC Power Supply 23 5 C nnectinga POR u u u u S uuu ua Memory BACKUD Balley uuuuu uz asaspasaasaspaqanahappasahaqpuqskahasaqtaychawanqakuspusskshaypa y Chapter 3 Recording Selecting the Frame Rate Selecting the Resolution m Selecting the Shutter Speed a 3 9 1 Changing SHUTTER LOCK sesst sseemassressimssdsinanatanonsvsiineninsbsnonkisntisonemaidenns Selecting the Trigger Mode OM START NOG Oe enna eee eee SS eee eee ere 342 CEN
4. 68 5 2 3 Pencil Type Camera Head Straight 23 2 All dimensions are in millimeters mm 25 4 mm equals one inch These diagrams are not shown to scale 2 M2 Depth 2 2 M2 Depth 2 2 M2 Depth 2 11 1 H 450 2 M2 Depth 2 M3 Depth 5 69 36 48 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 2 4 Pencil Type Camera Head Right angle to scale All dimensions are in millimeters mm 25 4 mm equals one inch These diagrams are not shown LO LO e e c 2 M2 Depth 2 2 M2 Depth 2 gt M 05 c ct gt on 450 11 5 co N I Photron 2 M2 Depth 2 3 6 lt 1 M3 Depth 5 TTE Ko Do Je 3 70 5 2 5 AC Power Supply Unit All dimensions are in millimeters mm 25 4 mm equals one inch These diagrams are not shown
5. 12V from the system Negative Polarity Synchronizes to a positive polarity signal ON OTHERS POS from an external device including other Photron products Synchronizes to a negative polarity signal ON OTHERS NEG from an external device lt Me An uev este including other Photron products 9 y 3 14 2 Outputting an External Synchronization Signal Isolated IC Input 4 5V 12V Positive Polarity With the system you can externally output a synchronization signal External synchronization signals are output from the GENERAL OUT connector explained in section Input Output Signal Types The procedure for setting the output of an external synchronization signal is explained below Menu Display Signal Type I O delay amuont Outputs a positive polarity CMOS 74ACT541 buffer ee vertical synchronization signal Output Positive Polarity 00060 s Outputs a negative polarity CMOS 74ACT541 buffer Sree vertical synchronization signal Output Negative Polarity CE I LTE 46 3 14 3 Synchronizing Multiple FASTCAM MC2 1 Systems Multiple Unit Synchronized Recording The system can perform synchronized recording by synchronizing multiple units using external synchronization input output Conceptual Diagram of a Synchronized Connection CAMERA No 2 nju 6 PN p r CAMERA No 1 MASTER ad BNC Cable Synchronized recording settings using the system are made with t
6. page 59 e For the setting method of control PC refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 58 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 ETHER connector 4 1 2 Setting the IP Address 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 BH Reference e For the procedure for setting the IP address of the system refer to the Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual or the LCD Remote Controller User s Manual 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 BS Reference e For details refer to the Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 59 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 4 Connecting a PC 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 SA series and MH4 10K high speed camera Gigabit Ethernet systems Caution e When connecting to multiple systems set the IP address of each one to a unique setting 4 1 5 Gigabit
7. FASTCAM MH4 10K pa Hardware Manual Revision 1 03E Photron 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 Introduction Thank you for your purchase of Photron s high speed camera system the FASTCAM MH4 10K 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 Manual Notation The following icons and symbols are used in the explanations in this manual Icon Symbol Description This symbol indicates supplementary items to be aware of 4 Supplement when using the software This symbol indicates the location of a reference This symbol indicates cont
8. e For the details of an EVENT POS NEG setup refer to 3 17 Event Marker Function page 55 3 13 2 GENERAL OUT Signal Settings Details of the signals output from the GENERAL OUT connector explained in section 3 11 Input Output Signal Types are shown in the chart below There are three GENERAL OUT connectors and individual settings can be made for each connector Menu Display Signal Type SYNC POS Outputs a positive polarity vertical synchronization 5V 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 bi alee i Positive Polarity EXPOSE NEG Outputs the sensor s exposure interval at L level dd SMET se Negative Polarity 5V CMOS output REC POS Outputs an interval signal during recording at H level Positive Polarity REC NEG Outputs an interval signal during recording at L level jai ae eae Negative Polarity TRIG POS Outputs the trigger signal received by the camera at H ad CMOS output level Positive Polarity Outputs the trigger signal received by the camera at L 5V CMOS output TRIG NEG level Negative Polarity Outputs a signal at H level during the trigger wait state READY POS READY in START mode Only valid during START arenes CENTER END and MANUAL modes y Outputs a signal at L level during the trigger wait state ENDLESS recordi
9. 1 1 000 1 1 250 1 1 600 1 2 000 1 2 500 1 2 800 1 4 000 1 5 000 1 5 600 1 6 400 1 8 000 1 10 000 1 14 000 1 16 000 1 20 000 1 28 000 1 40 000 1 56 000 1 70 000 1 80 000 142 000 1 140000 1 160 000 65 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 2 Dimensions Www i 5 l Vi Vi Wi Www SSR 5 2 1 Camera Controller All dimensions are in millimeters mm 25 4 mm equals one inch These diagrams are not shown to scale il 5 0o O cuna O Ina off o o Jum 12 MEK O i c C 1 8 M8 depthi2max BOTH SIDE AS SK AN SY 126 3 AS C 196 13 180 160 aga Ae ec 9 O O e gt O lo B Oa 66 5 2 2 Camera Head All dimensions are in millimeters mm 25 4 mm equals one inch These diagrams are not shown to scale FRANGE BACK ADJUST SCREW 67 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications With Tripod Adapter Attached All dimensions are in millimeters mm 25 4 mm equals one inch These diagrams are not shown to scale FRANGE BACK ADJUST SCREW
10. CIOT u uuu u u u usus Qusa 39 3 11 5 GENERAL IN Connector mener 40 3 11 6 GENERAL OUT 1 2 3 Connector 40 3 12 Using External Triggers 41 3 12 1 Inputting an External Trigger Signal 41 3 12 2 Outputting External Trigger Signals 43 92 13 GENERAL S dh l lifi0 a e e a s nes 44 3 13 1 GENERAL IN Signal Settings 44 3 13 2 GENERAL OUT Signal Settings 45 3 14 Using External Synchronization Signals 46 3 14 1 Inputting an External Synchronization Signal 46 3 14 2 Outputting an External Synchronization Signal 46 3 14 3 Synchronizing Multiple FASTCAM MC2 1 Systems Multiple Unit Synchronized Recordinog 47 3 14 4 Synchronizing the System with Other External Devices Frame Rate Synchronized Recording 50 3 14
11. Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 2 Camera Controller Part Names HEAD MEMORY BORD LED MAIN LED USER SW BATTERY LED Power Switch IO PORT N BATTERY CHECK INL me M DC22 32V 65VA KEYPAD CAMERA CONNECTOR VIDEO OUT GIGABIT ETHER 2 2 3 Status Display LEDs on the front of the Camera Controller There are a number of LEDs on the front of the system s Camera Controller These LEDs indicate the status of the system The meaning of each LED is explained here MAIN LEDs POWER F TRIGGER SYNC SYNC LINK TRANS MODE IN B 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 transferring LED OFF The Gigabit Ethernet interface is not connected M TRIGGER Yellow LED ON A trigger signal is present being input The LED illuminates for 0 1 second when the trigger signal is input LED OFF The trigger signal is not present m SYNC MODE Red LED ON External synchronization mode synchronized to an external signal LED OFF 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 lllumination blinking in operational states m During low light mode operationLEDs other than POWER Green and IF LINK TRANS Red blink at a regular interval B When calibration is run fro
12. 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 front of the Camera Controller press and hold USER1 and USER4 for 10 seconds or more 2 The LEDs on the front of the Camera Controller will illuminate back and forth from left to right and from right to left and inform you that the initialization of the Gigabit Ethernet interface has completed normally 60 Chapter 5 Product Specifications s 5 1 Specifications 5 2 Dimensions 61 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 1 Specifications 5 1 1 Product Specifications Frame Rate 2 000 fps full frame Recording Color Depth Hardware LUT on camera controllable via LCD Remote Controller Gain Control optional or software Image Output Customization Customizable LUT brightness is changeable External Synchronization Isolated IC Input 4 5V 12V negative polarity positive polarity Input Signal switchable External Synchronization Output Signal 5 Vp p negative polarity positive polarity switchable Trigger Input Signal Isolated IC Input 4 5V 12V contact Other Output Signals 5 Vp p negative polarity positive polarity switchable LCD Remote Contr
13. For inquires related to our product refer to 7 1 Contact Information page 76 4 Supplement e Serial control commands are available as separate list of commands Please contact Photron or the store where the system was purchased about the command list 18 2 2 9 I O Cable By inputting an external trigger or synchronization signal and by outputting an exposure timing or synchronization signal these signals can be used as a part of the FASTCAM MH4 10K system The input output signal connectors on the camera controller have been bundled into a single connector the I O connector and it is possible to connect to access each type of signal by using the specialized multi connector Q 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 TRIG TTL IN TRIG TIL OUT TRIG SW IN X GENERAL IN GENERAL OUTI GENERAL OUT2 GENERAL OUTS dh dh dL dh pa dL dL dL I O Pin Dlagram PT02A 16 26P 023 IH R
14. from the SYNC IN OUT submenu with the LCD Remote Controller s ARROW keys and press the ENTER key Select the signal to be output from the master Camera Controller s GENERAL OUT connector from the menu Move the cursor here to the SYNC POS item with the T keys and press the ENTER key to select The master camera is set to output a positive polarity vertical synchronization signal from its GENERAL OUT1 connector 48 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 signal settings are made with the LCD Remote Controller optional or PFV B 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 SYNC IN to ON CAM POS B For the LCD Remote Controller Optional 1 Verify that the camera mode is in LIVE mode 2 Set the synchronization signal type that slave camera will receive Press the LCD Remote Controllers MENU key and the menu list is displayed 3 Select SYNC IN from the SYNC IN OUT submenu with the LCD Remote Controller s ARROW keys and press the ENTER key 4 The output previously set on the master Came
15. if a portion of the manual is unclear 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 risk that a person could receive a serious injury This symbol indicates actions that carry the risk that a person could receive a Caution moderate injury or that damage to physical property might occur The safety precautions to be observed are explained with the following symbols A This symbol indicates actions that require caution Q This symbol indicates actions that are prohibited and must be avoided Q This symbol indicates actions that must always be performed 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
16. monitor connected to the Camera Controller can be used to check the live image camera pass through image Connect the VIDEO OUT connector on the front of the Camera Controller to the video input on the video monitor with a BNC cable Video Equipment Monitor Video Equipment VCR VIDEO OUT Connector 25 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 3 4 Connecting the AC Power Supply Connect the supplied AC Power Supply Unit to the power supply AC Power Supply Unit 1 Connect the AC Power Supply Unit to the DC22 32V 65VA connector on the front of the Camera Controller 2 Connect the AC cable to the AC Power Supply Unit 3 Connect the AC cable to the power outlet IS Reference e For power supplies that can be used see the DC power supply item in section 5 1 2 General Specifications page 63 26 2 3 5 Connecting a PC 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 Gigabit Ether Connector 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 CATS5E enhanced category 5 or higher LAN cable UTP unshielded STP shielded The maximum cable length between the PC and the system is compliant to the 1000
17. 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 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 mg When something is wrong with the system unplug the power cable immediately C 18 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 OOO O OP AN Caution 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 to us in advance When you perform shoot by which laser light and direct rays go into a image sens
18. 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 21 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 3 Device Connections 2 3 1 Connecting a Camera Head Follow the procedure below to connect a Camera Head to the Camera Controller 1 Verify the Camera Controller s power is off 2 Connect the camera cable Check the connector part of the Camera Head and Camera Controller and connect them as shown in the pictures below IH Camera Controller L Fix with a screw General Cable High G Cable IH Camera head For the Straight Camera head Straight Right Angle Down Right Angle Up 22 For the Right Angle Camera head Straight Right Angle Down Right Angle Up For the Straight Camera head with High G Housin Straight Right Angle Down Right Angle Up For the Right Angle Camera head with High G Housing Straight Right Angle Down Right Angle Up 23 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup Hin case of the Pencil Type Head 1 It checks that the camera controller is turned off 2 Acamera cable is connected to the camera controller side The connection method is the same as a cube type head 3 The cable from a camera controller and the cable which has come out of the camera head are connected Each connector part is chec
19. 5 Synchronizing the System with Other Cameras Mixed Device Synchronized Recordinog 52 ds sionakB l s D NE N N 53 3 16 Using Programmable Switch USER SW 54 3 17 Event Marker Function 55 Chapter 4 Connecting a PC 57 4 1 Connecting the Gigabit Ethernet Interface to a PC 58 4 1 1 Connecting the System and a PC 59 4 1 2 Setting the IP Address 59 4 1 3 Using DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol 59 4 1 4 Connecting Multiple Systems and a PC 60 4 1 5 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Initialization 60 Chapter 5 Product Specifications 61 dl gt Pp cili6 ll0h s uuu 62 5 1 1 Product Specifications a 62 5 1 2 General Specifications a 63 WP OPON c uuu a anu annua anu ere 64 0 1 4 Frame Rate and Resolution
20. BASE T specification up to 100 m 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 BH Reference e For operating instructions of Photron FASTCAM Viewer software refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 27 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 4 Memory Backup Battery Amemory battery backup referred to below as the battery is built in to the FASTCAM MH4 10K as standard If the external power supply becomes disconnected the battery can retain the contents of memory for a maximum of about 30 minutes The battery is charged when the camera controller is connected to an external power supply The status of the battery can also be checked by pressing the BATTERY CHECK button even when the power is off BATTERY CHECK BUTTON The Memory Backup function is being interlocked with POWER SW of a controller When a POWER SW is turned OFF the image data in a memory are not kept up The life time of a backup battery becomes about one year However it changes with environment When you are pushed the BATTERY CHECK button in the state of POWER OFF any LED for a status check will be turned on If any LED for a status check does not light up at all It means t
21. OS positive polarity or ON OTHERS NEG negative polarity according to the polarity of the external synchronization signal 5 When finished press the ENTER key to complete the setting 6 Output the signal from the synchronization device and verify that the camera recognizes the output frequency and synchronizes its frame rate The recognized frame rate will display in the lower left of the video monitor 7 Output the signal from the synchronization device and verify that the camera recognizes the output frequency and synchronizes its frame rate The recognized frame rate will display in the lower left of the video monitor e The frequency of the synchronization signal cannot be changed during the LIVE or recording state This is out of spec assurance The synchronization signal can be changed if you repeat steps 1 through 6 after inputting the changed frequency The system is reset If no synchronization signal is input or the input signal is under 60 Hz 50 Hz during steps 1 6 the display shows NO SYNC INPUT If steps 1 through 6 are made when inputting a signal that exceeds the frequency that can be input the display shows OVER SYNC INPUT The illumination of the LED on the front of the Camera Controller indicates that the synchronization signal is being input If the synchronization signal is lost the LED goes out e A minute error occurs in the input synchronization signal due to the construction of the internal circuitr
22. Series Setup Disk Driver Application CD 1 8 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual This Manual 1 9 Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 1 10 Making a Gigabit Ethernet Connection Simple Procedure Manual 1 11 IP address label 5 2 1 2 Accessories Options The following options are available for the system 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 High G Housings High G Lens Housing Screw Reinforcement Housing Tripod Adapter For Cube type or Pencil type Mounting Brackets For the Camera Controller Normal Camera head High G Camera head High G Battery Cable Anchor Handle LCD Remote Controller NF Mount Lenses Focal Lengths f 3 5mm f 6mm f 12 mm C mount Adapter DC Connector for External Power Supply 10 Dedicated Carrying Case 4 Supplement The composition of a camera head turns into composition chosen at the time of purchase Examples with the optional parts installed are shown below High G Lens Housing Installation Example Screw Reinforcement Housing Installation Example High G Camera head Fixing Bracket Installation Example 1 High G Camera head Fixing Bracket Installation Example 2 The high g camera head fixing bracket and the normal camera head fixing bracket are the same except for their width High G Camera head Fixing Bracket Installation Example 1 High G Camera head Fixing Bracket Installation Example 2 Tripod Adapter Installation Example Cube Tripod Adapter Installation Exam
23. TER MOGE auriei ass iron a ea n Sarat rr 3 4 3 END MOJE panna R 3 4 4 MANUAL Mode seessseeeeennnnnnnnennnennnnnn nennen nnn annes nnns 3 4 5 RANDOM Mode sysssosrrrresssareeesssrereesrrrrrrrrrrrenrrrrrrnr rr rr rens rr a nnn nnns nnns EOW CIOH FTO eis ss saint S I S _ N eee eee White Balance Adjustment Color Models Only 3 6 1 Using Preset White Balance Color Models Only 3 6 2 Using User White Balance Color Models Only Color Enhancement Function Color Models Only Look Up Table LUT Operations rr rn rr 3 8 1 Using Preset LUT Patterns 35 332 Usihiga CUSIOIm LU T i ote u uuu aoa etn bu da dU on nn seam 38 3 9 Edge Enhancement Function 38 3 10 Setting the Sensor Gain rr nr rr rn RR nnne nnn 38 3 11 Input Output Signal Types 39 SATA TRIG TIL INGOnNmQ AOAIGUDDPDQ Qu u LLL anaa a aE Tarania 39 3 11 2 TR TTEOUT GONH CO0 ada im S 39 SIUE E TRIG SW IN CORMGCION d 39 S114 SYNG INGONN
24. ame function as the LOW LIGHT key on the LCD Remote Controller HEAD SELECT It is changed the camera head to display at video out put 54 3 17 Event Marker Function LLL i i O O0 0uCO e O 0TOT CC 3 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 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 LCD remote controller optional or PFV 55 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording lt MEM 56 Chapter 4 Connecting a PC 4 1 Connecting the Gigabit Ethernet Interface to a PC 57 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 4 Connecting a PC 4 1 Connecting the Gigabit Ethernet Interface to a PC 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 El Reference e For operating instructions of Photron FASTCAM Viewer softwar
25. andard 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 63 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 1 3 Options User Option High G Housings Lens Camera head screw reinforcement Housing Tripod Adapter for Cube type or Pencil type Mounting Brackets For the camera controller normal and high g camera heads High G Battery Cable Anchor Handle LCD Remote Controller NF Mount Lenses f 3 5mm f 6mm f 12 mm C Mount Adapter DC Connector for External Power Supply Dedicated Carrying Case 5 1 4 Frame Rate and Resolution Maximum Frame Rate Settable Resolution ps op O o o o o o O Resolution 512 x 512 O 512x352 300 x O O O O 512x266 400 x x O O O 512 x 128 9 000 gt x F 10600 x x O 5 1 5 Recordable Image Count Resolution 1 GB of memory 2 GB of memory 512 x 256 8 184 16 376 512 x 128 16 368 32 52 512 x 96 21 824 43 669 Recording Time Recordable Image Count x 1 frame rate fps 64 5 1 6 Shutter Speed List 1 125 1 250 1 500 1 700
26. are Manual Revision 1 03E Publication Date March 2011 Publisher PHOTRON LIMITED Chiyoda Fujimi Bldg Fujimi 1 1 8 Chiyoda ku Tokyo 102 0071 2011 PHOTRON LIMITED All rights reserved Printed in Japan Control No J1103183612U
27. ata taken with improved contrast light and dark sharpness or make an object in the image stand out by emphasizing a specified gray level range 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 3 8 1 Using Preset LUT Patterns Six preset LUT patterns have been prepared in advance on the system Each of these patterns is explained in sequence in this section 35 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Ep CC 9 D1 Gain 1x The input is always linear output This LUT is used for normal conditions 9 D2 Gamma 0 6 This LUT is 0 6 gamma correction 9 D3 Gamma 0 45 This LUT is 0 45 gamma correction 36 9 D4 Gain 2x The gain is doubled and you can display the dark areas of the image emphasized e 9 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 x a TE k i k ts t h amp D6 Reverse Gradation The input gradation is reversed and then displayed e 37 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 8 2 Using a Custom LUT Creating a LUT pattern is done with PFV ISI Reference e For the creation method of a LUT pattern refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 3 9 Edge Enhancem
28. ated 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 n Z A 42 ze Es K K 1 AW f i OM eee e i Meu EP ARC START 33 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 5 LOW LIGHT Mode LLL h A A UU The more you increase the frame rate or shutter speed of a high speed camera the more the amount of light entering the camera decreases making the displayed image dark Low light mode is a function that temporarily increases the exposure time making the displayed image easier to see for setting the lens focus or other options 3 6 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 e
29. ates over 2 000 fps the resolution is automatically set to the maximum available at that frame rate For details see 5 1 4 Frame Rate and Resolution page 64 3 2 Selecting the Resolution With the system you can record images with a maximum size of approximately 260 000 pixels using the high speed image sensor which has a maximum size of 512x512 pixels You can also record at even faster frame rates or reduce the amount of image data to make even longer recordings by limiting the resolution according to the application BH Reference e For more information of relation between Frame Rate and Resolution refer to 5 1 4 Frame Rate and Resolution page 64 30 3 3 Selecting the Shutter Speed With the system the shutter speed is independent of the frame rate and you can control the exposure timing one frame using the electric shutter By making an exposure that is of a shorter period than the frame rate high speed objects can be recorded blur free Shutter speed can be set from 1 frame sec to a maximum of 1 160 000 s approximately 6 2 us The procedure for selecting the shutter speed is explained here EI Reference e For more information of shutter speed refer to 5 1 6 Shutter Speed List page 65 3 3 1 Changing SHUTTER LOCK By switching between ON and OFF on the SHUTTER LOCK submenu on the SHUTTER menu the shutter speed value first used when the frame rate is changed can be set ON C
30. c NEG 100n sec Chapter 3 Recording 3 13 GENERAL Signal Settings 3 13 1 GENERAL IN Signal Settings Details of the signals output from the GENERAL OUT connector explained in section 3 11 Input Output Signal Types are shown in the chart below Menu Display Contents EVENT POS Inputs a positive polarity event signal EVENT NEG Inputs a negative polarity event signal TRIG POS Inputs a positive polarity trigger signal TRIG NEG Inputs a negative polarity trigger signal Signal Input Signal Conditions Isolated IC Input OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Positive Polarity Isolated IC Input OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Negative Polarity Isolated IC Input OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Positive Polarity Isolated IC Input OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Negative Polarity Isolated IC Input OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Positive Polarity Isolated IC Input OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Negative Polarity Inputs a positive polarity READY signal DER IOS READY ON OFF is switched by a pulse input READY NEG Inputs a negative polarity READY signal READY ON OFF is switched by a pulse input Isolated IC Input OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Positive Polarity Isolated IC Input OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Negative Polarity When using the camera as a part of a system verify the characteristics of the input signals before using them Reference 44
31. ditable white balance These methods are explained in this section 3 6 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 m 5100K Daylight Outdoors m 3100K Halogen Light Source 3 6 2 Using User White Balance Color Models Only Each Camera Head can be assigned a user white balance setting in order to achieve the most appropriate white balance for the light source used and the conditions during recording The values set here are stored for each camera head in the Camera Controller s internal memory as a user preset and the values can be loaded by selecting USER 34 3 Color Enhancement Function Color Models Only Color models feature a color enhancement setting The image color enhancement level can be adjusted in five steps including the OFF setting The content of each item is listed in the chart below Menu Display Contents x 1 LEVEL2 Sets x1 default color enhancement x2 LEVEL4 3 8 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 d
32. e refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 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 STP shielded The maximum cable length between the PC and the system is compliant to the 1000BASE T specification up to 100 m 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 Settings mOn the System mOn the PC P Address Setting P Address Setting Packet Size Time Out Length Communications Port 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 192 168 0 10 NETMASK 255 255 255 0 GATEWAY ADDRESS gt 0 0 0 0 PORT gt 2000 Fixed not changeable 4 Supplement e Photron recommends using an STP cable over long distances or in noisy locations BS Reference e For the setting method of IP address for camera system refer to 4 1 2 Setting the IP Address
33. eference e For signals that can be input refer to 3 10 Input Output Signal Types 19 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup Connector S s Nama Pin Body side Connector Cable side Connector Input side Name 9 Num Model Name Maker Model Name Maker Connector TRIGGER TTL IN TRIGGER TTL OU TRIGGER SW BNC SYNCIN Nc H ING J ING k ING L Nc M PTO2A 16 26P 023 PTOGA 16 26S 424 JO PORT N C N NC Amphenol Amphenol R S N BNC SHIELD 18 V36 Y 18 V36 a NC b BNC UJ O c II UJ U W O O IO z lt UJ O Supplement e Pin U s SIGNAL GND signal is the BNC ground 20 2 2 10 Power Supply Connector This connector is the connector to input the DC power supply Connect the supplied AC Power Supply Unit or the optional external battery for operation DC 22 32V 65VA Pin Diagram Camera Controller Cable Connector Connector Model Name Model Name Manufacurer Manufacturer PTO2A 8 4P 023 Amphenol PTO6A 8 4S 424 Amphenol 22V 32V IN 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
34. ent Function With the system s edge enhancement setting you can enhance the edges in the recorded image in three steps m Edge enhancement off LEVEL 1 Edge enhancement set to weak LEVEL 2 Edge enhancement set to medium LEVEL 3 Edge enhancement set to strong 3 10 Setting the Sensor Gain The sensor gain setting adjusts the amplitude voltage inside the sensor By increasing this setting when recording in low light the signal is amplified and the camera can take a higher gain brighter image However by amplifying the signal the noise component also increases resulting in decreased image quality or more noise The sensor gain can be set in two steps according to the object being recorded The content of each item is listed in the chart below Menu Display Sets the sensor gain to standard sets the sensor gain to 3x 38 3 11 Input Output Signal Types With the system many signals can be input and output through the BNC connectors Signals that can be input and output from the BNC connectors are listed below Q 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 3 11 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 rec
35. ent that should always be read This symbol indicates instructions that should always be followed when using the software or things to be careful of when using the software This symbol indicates a space you to use for making notes S iB m i This symbol is used to indicate the names of items on a screen references dialog names and connectors This symbol is used to indicate menu names and sub menu names Using the Manual This section explains the layout of the manual Introduction The introduction explains the manual and safety precautions Chapter 1 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
36. g Screws Screws 4 Supplement e When attaching a tripod adapter option it is necessary to remove Reinforcement Housing 13 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup High G Lens Housing Option The basic lens mount for the FASTCAM MH4 10K is the NF mount and NF lenses are available as an optional price list them The NF mount can also be changed to a C mount by using the optional C mount adapter Specialized High G housings optional are also available for the optional lenses The High G capability of the lens can be enhanced by attaching the High G housing The procedure for installing the High G housing on the lens is explained next Q Cube type Camera Head 1 With the lens attached to the camera head prepare the High G lens housing facing the direction shown below Loosen screw A at this time and peel off the stickers used to cover part B A 2 Cover the lens with the high g housing and lightly tighten screw A so the housing won t move Then secure section C and its diagonal opposite with hex screws and finally firmly tighten screw A 14 Pencil type Camera Head 1 Please prepare High G lens Housing and Pensil type Camera Head with lens as following figure Camera head is made to slide and it sets to High G lens Housing 2 Two screws i Finally Screw A 4 Supplement e Also in a light angle head it becomes the same procedure e In a Pencil
37. gative polarity m Frequencies are as shown in the table below 60 Hz 50 Hz PAL Cable Connection 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 front of the system illuminates If the synchronization signal is lost the LED goes out 50 System Settings Frame rate synchronization signal settings on the system are made with the LCD Remote Controller optional or PFV B 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 ON OTHERS POS positive polarity or ON OTHERS NEG negative polarity according to the polarity of the external synchronization signal B For the LCD Remote Controller Optional 1 Verify that the camera mode is in LIVE mode 2 Press the LCD Remote Controllers MENU key and the menu list displays 3 Select SYNC IN from the SYNC IN OUT submenu with the LCD Remote Controller s ARROW keys and press the ENTER key 4 Use the LCD Remote Controller s 1 keys to select the input signal Select ON OTHERS P
38. hanging the frame rate does not change the shutter speed it maintains the current setting OFF Changing the frame rate automatically sets the shutter speed to 1 frame s 31 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 4 Selecting the Trigger Mode LLL Vin T _ HOGG With the system 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 five types of trigger modes which are listed below START CENTER END MANUAL RANDOM 3 4 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 a RAIA R MK k K P 3 4 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 inp
39. hat a battery is in an empty state Or the life time of the backup battery may be exhausted For inquires related to replacement of backup battery refer to 7 1 Contact Information page 769 28 Chapter 3 Recording eee n iw wshlww s w w s s 3 1 Selecting the Frame Rate 3 2 Selecting the Resolution 3 3 Selecting the Shutter Speed 3 4 Selecting the Trigger Mode 3 5 LOW LIGHT Mode 3 6 White Balance Adjustment Color Models Only 3 7 Color Enhancement Function Color Models Only 3 8 Look Up Table LUT Operations 3 9 Edge Enhancement Function 3 10 Setting the Sensor Gain 3 11 Input Output Signal Types 0 Using External Triggers 3 13 GENERAL Signal Settings 3 14 Using External Synchronization Signals 3 15 Signal Delay 3 16 Using Programmable Switch USER SW 3 17 Event Marker Function 29 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 1 Selecting the Frame Rate With the system you can record images from 60 50 PAL to 2 000 fps using the full 512x512 pixel resolution of the image sensor For frame rates higher than 2 000 fps high speed photography is achieved by limiting the read area of the image sensor The maximum frame rate that can be set depends on the Camera Controller model 4 Supplement e The minimum frame rate in NTSC mode is 60 fps e The minimum frame rate in PAL mode is 50 fps El Reference e For frame r
40. he LCD 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 synchronization signal from the two systems to use for synchronized recording amp Cable Connection Connect the master camera controller s GENERAL OUT connector to the slave camera controller 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 front of the slave camera controller illuminates 47 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 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 LCD Remote Controller optional or PFV B 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 GENERAL OUT 1 For the LCD Remote Controller Optional Verify that the camera mode is in LIVE mode Press the LCD Remote Controller s MENU key and the menu list is displayed Select GENERAL OUT1
41. indicated by the LED status LED ON Running on external power LED FLASHING Battery power memory protection 11 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 4 Camera Heads The FASTCAM MH4 10K s camera head has been designed to be smaller than the previous models The camera head has been reduced to a revolutionary small size while maintaining high specifications such as a 512 x 512 resolution at recording rates up to 2000 fps This system can install two kinds of camera head type Cube Type and Pencil Type Also each camera can choose a Color Model and Monochrome Model Multiple camera heads can also be connected to a single camera controller and by operating the cameras with a common synchronization signal a single phenomenon can be simultaneously shot from multiple angles The maximum frame rate that can be set depends on the Camera Controller model Straight Right angle Cube type head Straight Right angle Pencil type head 12 2 2 5 High G Housings In this section we explain how to inatall the Hi G housing to fit any type of camera head Screw Reinforcement Housing is enclosed by the product If you choose Cube type camera head 1 Prepare the camera head screw reinforcement housing facing the direction shown in the photo 2 Attach it to the camera as shown below and fasten it with the four screws provided as shown below Camera head Screw Reinforcement Housin
42. ked as shown in the following figure a red point is united and it connects If it inserts normally there is a feeling of a click mm We mCamera Controller Side mCamera Head Side 4 The camera cable by the side of a camera controller is fixed The screw for fixation is tightened 5 When you remove camera cable it is possible to remove to pull to outside DRE 7 REC itis lt draws out in the direction of an arrow mia gt Press down the place of a red point Always secure the camera cable by tightening the screws attached to the camera cable s connector If the camera cable is pulled out while the power is on it can cause a malfunction Always turn the Camera Controller s power off when attaching or removing Camera Heads Adding or removing Camera Heads with the power on can cause a malfunction 4 Supplement e You can also use connection of only one camera 24 2 3 2 Connecting the LCD Remote Controller Optional If you have the optional LCD Remote Controller connect it by plugging the LCD Remote Controller connector into the connector labeled KEYPAD on the front of the Camera Controller 4 Supplement e The LCD Remote Controller is hot pluggable It can be plugged in and removed while the system s power is on EI Reference e For how to operate of the LCD Remote Controller refer to LCD Remote Controller User s Manual 2 3 3 Connecting a Video Monitor A video
43. lfunction contact the dealer where the product was purchased or the nearest Photron office B Reference e For inquires related to our product refer to 7 1 Contact Information page 769 74 Chapter 7 Contacting Photron 7 1 Contact Information 15 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 7 Contacting Photron 7 1 Contact Information 1 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 Product Name FASTCAM MH4 10K 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 4446 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 photron 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 76 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardw
44. m USER SW or the LCD 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 left to right a number of times BS Reference e For how to initialize of the Gigabit Ethernet interface refer to 4 1 5 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Initialization page 60 9 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup HEAD MEMORY BOARD LEDs M CONNECT Green LED ON The Camera Controller is communicating with the Camera Head s The LED does not illuminate by only connecting the camera cable LED OFF The Camera Controller is not communicating with the Camera Head m REC Red LED ON RANDOM mode ready state LED FLASHING Ready to record LED OFF Not recording m REC READY Yellow LED ON Ready to record LED FLASHING ENDLESS recording REC LED also simultaneously flashes LED OFF Not ready to record 10 BATTERY LED B CHARGE Red LED ON The battery is charging LED OFF The battery is not charging m FULL Green gt Yellow gt Red EMPTY Indecates the remaining battery power Green Yellow Rd Remaining Battery Remaining Battery Remaining Battery Power Power Power 100 90 89 21 20 0 The batterys condition is also
45. m the menu refer to 3 13 1 GENERAL IN Signal Settings page 44 e To make the setting from PFV refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 3 11 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 synchronization signal Outputs the camera s exposure period signal 5 E 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 BS Reference e For details refer to 3 13 2 GENERAL OUT Signal Settings page 45 40 3 12 Using External Triggers LLL Mm v v N NRORODORRRRRRRR With the system you can record by receiving various trigger signals matched to the recording application The trigger signals that can be used with the system are explained here 3 12 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 9 I O Cable Connector Name Men
46. ng 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 When using as a part of a system verify the characteristics of the output signals before using them 45 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 14 Using External Synchronization Signals c 909 An external synchronization mode to synchronize the camera to an external signal is provided on the system By using an external synchronization signal you can record synchronizing the timing of the recording using multiple systems or synchronize recording with external measuring devices and lighting The procedure for using the external synchronization signal is explained below 3 14 1 Inputting an External Synchronization Signal With the system you can input an external synchronization signal The content of each item is listed in the chart below mum Sel bai Stone Cami OFF Sets external synchronization off 0006 operates independently ON CAM POS Synchronizes to a positive polarity signal Isolated IC Input 4 5V 12V from the system Positive Polarity ON CAM NEG Synchronizes to a negative polarity signal Isolated IC Input 4 5V
47. oller optional RS 422 external control I F digital IF PC Video Output Signal RS170 NTSC PAL digital zoom function with scroll fit functions Digital Interface Gigabit Ethernet 1000BASE T External Control 62 5 1 2 General Specifications Environment Conditions Strage Temperature 20 C 60 C No Condensation Strage Humidity 85 or less No Condensation Guaranteed Operating Temperature Guaranteed Operating Humidity 85 or less No Condensation Shock Resistance 100G 10ms 6axis Guaranteed only when the lens is used a Performance reinforced NF mount lens 245 W x 160 H x 150 D mm Camera Controller 9 65 W x 6 3 H x 5 9 D 35 W x 35 H x 34 D mm Cube type Head 1 38 W x 1 38 H x 1 34 D H X 23 W x 22 H x 75 D mm 0 C 40 C No Condensation Pencil type Head Straight 0 90 W x 0 86 x 2 95 D Pencil type Head Right angle D H 23 W x 23 H x 77 D mm 0 90 W x 0 90 H x 3 03 68 W x 35 H x 153 D mm excluding protruding AA SPR 2 66 W x1 36 H x5 98 D AC Power Supply Power Supply Voltage Japan 100V US 120V EU 240V Power Supply FVoltage 50Hz 60Hz Power Consumption 68VA DC Power Supply Power Supply Voltage Power Consumption 65VA Weight Cube type Head Pencil type Head Include Cable Photron has verified two types of AC cables type A st
48. or surface m 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 m 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 temperature 0 40 C humidity 85 RH or lower maximum altitude 2000m or lower In addition if exceeding these limits use in a condensation free environment Doing so can cause malfunction m 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 his device is for indoor use do not use it outdoors Do not use in a location that has dust Doing so can cause malfunction 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 then 60 C Also prevent condensation from forming during shipment AN 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 sen
49. ording mode is controlled with this signal Input voltage is OV to 12V H level 4 5V to 12V positive or negative polarity pulsewidth is 50 ns or greater Operating current is 10 mA recommended 30 mA maximum 3 11 2 TRIG TTL OUT Connector A 5V TTL trigger signal is output for input to an external device 3 11 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 11 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 4 5V to 12V positive or negative polarity pulsewidth is 50 ns or greater Operating current is 10 mA recommended 30 mA maximum 39 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 11 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 4 5V to 12V positive or negative polarity pulsewidth is 50 ns or greater Operating current is 10 mA recommended 30 mA maximum EVENT POS NEG Inputs an event signal event marker TRIG POS NEG Inputs a TTL trigger signal READY POS NEG Inputs a change recording ready status signal READY ON OFF BH Reference e To make the setting fro
50. ple Pencil 5 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup Camera Controller Fixing Bracket Installation Example 1 Camera Controller Fixing Bracket Installation Example 2 Cable Anchor Handle Installation Example 2 2 Part Names The system is composed of components including the Camera Controller AC Power Supply Unit and the Photron FASTCAM Viewer controls software referred to below as PFV For each of the system components Do not use in an area with flammable gas or dust present Do not place in an unstable location such as on a wobbly platform or an incline Do not disassemble or modify Do not expose to liquids such as water Do not use in a manner where excessive force is applied 2 2 1 Camera Controller The FASTCAM MH4 10K has two models depended on memory size Model 1 with a memory capacity of 1 GB per camera unit and model 2 with a memory capacity of 2 GB per camera unit They contain IC memory for saving images and they have been designed with the capability to save high speed images as uncompressed digital data The camera controller has a video output connector to display live and recorded images on a video monitor a Gigabit Ether interface to connect a PC to fully control the cameras or download data and various I O input output connectors for external synchronization trigger signals 2 9 E Camera Controller Exterior 7 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual
51. ra Controller 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 1 keys and press the ENTER key to select e If steps 1 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 being input 49 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 14 4 Synchronizing the System with Other External Devices Frame Rate Synchronized Recording With the system in addition to the frame rate preset on the camera a function has been provided where you can receive a synchronization signal externally set the frame rate to that frequency and record In this way for example the system can be synchronized with a dynamic body that spins at 450 revolutions per second to conduct high speed recording at 450 fps This can open up broad applications that were unavailable until now Conceptual Diagram of External Synchronized Recording 450Hz Sync Pulse Generator Frame rate synchronization signal settings on the system are made with the LCD Remote Controller optional or PFV e When conducting frame rate synchronization recording with the system the signal that can be input must meet the following conditions m isolated IC Input 4 5V 12V positive polarity or ne
52. ra to be operated by that signal 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 BS 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 52 3 15 Signal Delay LLL 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 input output are made with the LCD Remote Controller optional or PFV Setting Item Setting Range Value TRIG TTL IN DELAY 0 1 frame rate s 100 ns units GENERAL IN DELAY 500 us SYNC OUT WIDTH 0 500 1 frame rate s at 2 000 fps or higher 100 ns units EXPOSE OUT DELAY 0 1 frame rate s 100 ns units SYNC OUT TIMES 0 5 1 2 4 6 8 10 20 30 x1 is standard output 9 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 X 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 Synchroni
53. sor surface mALWAYS take appropriate anti static precautions when cleaning or working near the image sensor mDO NOT use any form of cleaning equipment using electrostatic or charged fiber technology surface before working near the camera sensor Q mPlease discharge any electrostatic build up in your body by touching a grounded metallic mVery gently use only clean and dry air to remove dust from surface of the image sensor m 0 remove stubborn contamination use the highest grade e g VLSI grade pure isopropyl alcohol IPA with optical wipes of clean room grade mExtreme 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 Table of Contents 1 1 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 9 9 3 6 3 7 3 8 Chapter 1 Overview Product Overview and Features Chapter 2 Setup System Components and Accessories 2 l l GOMPON N S Uu L uu ull llul simtos 2 1 2 Accessories Options F l DIGI TIG ais ao a T M ag sb j s 22 Vem lobofiol tsa weaweeaseuunaewwu hwwuwednst mnoum sis ass 2 2 2 Camera Controller Part Names
54. taneously with a maximum of four camera heads attached to one controller case even during high G events thanks to the high G design and construction of the camera heads and controller Using real time video output and an easy to use remote control the camera can operate fully without a PC connected By connecting the camera controller to a PC via gigabit Ethernet full camera operations can be performed on the PC with the easy to use control software supplied Utilize the FASTCAM MH4 10K to view high speed dynamic bodies slowed down with the latest technology as an input system for video image processing This manual explains the operating procedures for the FASTCAM MH4 10K Chapter 2 Setup M M 2 1 System Components and Accessories 2 2 Part Names 2 3 Device Connections 2 4 Memory Backup Battery 3 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 1 System Components and Accessories SE s 0 0 0 09 2 1 1 Components The system s standard components are listed below Remove the components from the packaging and check the system 1 Camera Controller 1 2 Camera Head s with tripod adapter depends on configuration Cube Type Pencil Type 3 Camera Cable s depends on configuration Cube Type Pencil Type 4 AC Power Supply Unit AC Cable 1 5 Hexagonal Wrench for Flange Back Adjustment 1 5 mm 1 6 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Cable LAN Cable 1 7 FASTCAM
55. tor s dedicated trigger output system provided by the system and additionally output can also be optionally set from the GENERAL OUT connector External trigger signal 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 9 I O Cable The chart below summarizes the output systems and the signals that can be output Connector Name Reference Delay IT Output System MEN mg Ds Amount TRIG POS TRIG NEG TTL IN THRU POS TRIG TTL OUT TTL IN THRU NEG TRIG POS GENERAL OUT TRIG NEG 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 43 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual For TRIG SW IN approx 17 5 usec For TRIG TTL IN approx POS 90n sec NEG 100n sec For TRIG TTL IN approx 45nsec For TRIG SW IN approx 17 5usec For TRIG TTL IN GENERAL IN approx POS 90n se
56. type camera head C mount adapter option and High G lens Housing option cannot be used at the same time 0 High G lens Housing is different for every kind of lens to be used Please use adaptive High G lens Housing for your lens 2 2 6 Camera Cable Selectable A cable is required to connect the camera controller and the camera head on the FASTCAM MH4 10K Camera cables come in three configurations straight right angle down and right angle up In addition the camera cables also come in two additional specification types general specification and high g specification Many different phenomena can be shot by selecting the appropriate camera head and cable for the situation 15 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup E Photos of a general specification cable attached to a camera head right angle camera head shown ____ attached 4 Supplement e A pencil type head differs in the connection method Please refer to 2 3 1 Connecting a camera head page 24 Q When securing the camera cable do not bend it R50 or lower 0 Always secure the camera cable externally in one location within 60 cm of the connector 16 2 2 7 LCD Remote Controller Optional The system can be operated while checking the monitor by connecting the optional LCD Remote Controller to the KEYPAD connector on the front of the Camera Controller The LCD Remote Controller is also hot pluggable it can be pl
57. u Sianal Input System i w nan E input OV 12V H level 4 5 12V TRIG TTL IN y TRIG NEG Isolated IC Input OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Negative Polarity TRIG POS _ t k OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Isolated IC F OV 12V H level 4 5 12V TRIG NEG e UY Negative Polarity TRIG SW IN None Contact signal G When a trigger signal is input to GENERAL IN set the signal to be input from the menu in advance before using it 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 INS Reference e For the setting method of the signal inputted into GENERAL IN refer to 3 13 1 GENERAL IN Signal Settings page 44 41 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording B TRIG TTL IN Circuit Diagram 5V TRIG_TTL_IN TRIG TTL IN2 OUT2 IN2 GND BLM18BAO50SN1 SIGNAL GND B TRIG SW IN Circuit Diagram 5V 10K Q F MICROSD150 02 NFW31SP506X1E4 TRIG_SW__IN TRIG_SW GND B General IN SYNC IN Circuit Diagram 5V 390 QF SYNC_IN D GENERAL IN LJ IN 390 QF S TOT gt SYNC T GENERAL 0 1uF BLM18BA050SN1 CA KK BLM18BAO5OSN1 GND SIGNAL GND 42 3 12 2 Outputting External Trigger Signals With the system you can externally output trigger signals Output is performed with the TRIG TTL OUT connec
58. ugged into and unplugged from the camera while the power is on Camera Camera Controller Keypad Connector Controller Connector Model Name Model Name Connector Manufacurer Manufacurer PTO2A 12 10S 023 PTO6A 12 10P 023 KEYPAD Keypad signal Amphenol Amphenol 4 Supplement e The LCD Remote Controller is optional It is not included in the standard configuration BS Reference e For how to operate of the LCD Remote Controller refer to LCD Remote Controller User s 17 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 8 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 A cable is not offered as an accessory When using RS 422 control construct a cable using the pin diagram below as a reference Keypad Pin Diagram Graken Camera Controller Cable Connector T Nee Connector Model Name Model Name Won Manufacturer Manufacturer TRIGGER SW PTO2A 12 10S 023 PTO6A 12 10P 023 Not KEYPAD Amphenol Amphenol un Q 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 A 12V OUT is used to power the LCD Remote Controller do not use it for other purposes E Reference e
59. ut is recorded for a total of two seconds of high speed video 2048 frames 2 0 sec 1024 frames 1 0 sac 1024 frames 1 0 sec tlli REC START 32 3 4 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 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 Zu L REC START 3 4 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 gt P P Pi Fi gt B 5 IE 3 4 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 repe
60. y of this function For this system an error of 1 Hz can occur For example when performing external device synchronization inputting a synchronization signal of 10 000 Hz the error is 10 000 Hz x 1 Hz 9 999 fps to 10 001 fps 51 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 14 5 Synchronizing the System with Other Cameras Mixed Device Synchronized Recording Using the function frame rate synchronized recording in the previous section 3 13 4 Synchronizing the System with Other External Devices mixed type synchronized recording can be performed with Photron s other high speed cameras except for some older products In particular the FASTCAM series high speed camera systems are also compatible with collective control by the PFV control software CAMERA No 2 CAMERA No 1 SLAVE MASTER BNC Cable 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 V 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 came
61. zation Signal SYNC OUT Output e When it is larger than 50 000fps the setting becomes six or less 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 53 FASTCAM MH4 10K Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 16 Using Programmable Switch USER SW LLL There are four switches that can be set on the front 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 front of the Camera Controller is explained here 9 PFV Change Shutter Speed Increases the shutter speed Change Trigger Mode Changes the trigger mode Adjusts the size of the image displayed on the video output to be the maximum for the current resolution Switch LIVE MEMORY Switches between LIVE and MEMORY states Record Ready Sets the record ready state LCD Remote Controller Optional OFF SHUTTER SEL Increases the shutter speed Fitting image STATUS The same function as the STATUS key on the LCD Remote Controller LIVE The same function as the LIVE key on the LCD Remote Controller REC READY The same function as the REC READY key on the LCD Remote Controller The same function as the REC key on the LCD Remote Controller LOW LIGHT The s

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