FASTCAM-X 1280PCI Hardware Manual
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1. OI OJO OJO OJO O OJOJO OJO OJ O O OJO O JOJOJO O O O OJOJ OJO O OJO O OJOJO OJO OJ O OJO O OJOJO OJO JO OJO O OJO JO 3 1 4 Shutter speed vs Framing rate Framing rate FPS Shutter speed 9 l 60 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 16000 1 60s 1 125s 1 250s 1 500s 1 1000s 1 2000s 1 4000s 1 8000s 1 16000s 1 32000s 1 64000s O O OJO O O OJ OJO O O OIO OJOJ O OJO JO O OIO OIO O OJ O OIJO IOJO O O O O O O OJ OJO O O O OJO 1 1280005 35 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 3 1 5 Recording capacity number of images The following three models are available of FASTCAM X 1280 1 Model 1 28GB Memory 2 Model 2 56GB Memory 3 Model 3 84GB Memory Memory capacity Resolution pixels 1 28GB 2 56GB 3 84GB No of frames No of frames No of frames 1280 1024 1024 2048 3072 1280 512 2048 4096 6144 640 512 4096 8192 12288 1280 256 4096 8192 12288 640 256 8192 16384 24576 320 256 16384 32768 49152 640 128 16384 32768 49152 320 128 32768 65536 98304 160 128 65536 131072 196608 640 64 32768 65536 98304 320 64 65536 131072 196608 160 64 131072 262144 393216 80 64 262144 524288 786432 322. 2nd Slave BD OUT BD IN dnternalsync cable for 2 units IL Connector 4 pins IL S 4 S S3C2 Cable connections 4 camera sync operation External Trigger Input l 1st M aster BD OUT BD IN 2nd Slave BD OUT BD IN 3rd Slave BD OUT BD IN 4th Slave BD OUT BD IN internal Sync Cable for 3 4 units IL Connector 4 pins IL S 4 S S3C2 26 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 4 3 Setting camera ID numbers For the software to recognize each camera correctly in multi camera sync operation the FASTCAM X 1280PCI can be assigned an ID number from 0 to 3 By this feature each of the cameras is correctly recognized even if the order of camera recognition by the OS changes Assign ID numbers in the following manner 1 Dip switch setting for camera ID Camera ID number are assigned by setting the dip switches No 1 and No 2 as shown in the table below ID Number Switch No 1 Switch No 2 0 0 OFF OFF Note Factory set ID number is 0 Caution Do not duplicate ID numbers on multiple boards 27 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 4 4 Software setting Hardware setting for multi camera sync operation has completed in the previous subsections In this subse
3. 2 4 5 Tips for multi camera sync operation 29 2 5 Gain Selector Switch nanna 30 3 ede ERE ec ede REI ded es 33 3 1 Specificatiolis secet ter e cele od a crees 34 3 1 1 PHOTRON FASTCAM X 1280PCLI sse 34 3 1 2 Framing rate vs 34 3 1 3 Framing rate vs Image resolution 35 3 1 4 Shutter speed vs Framing 35 3 1 5 Recording capacity number of 36 3 1 6 PHOTRON FASTCAM X 1280PCI Camera 37 3 1 7 PHOTRON FASTCAM X 1280PCI Grabber 37 3 2 Dimensions pene mene etit eto eite 38 3 2 1 Camera head in 38 3 2 2 Grabber board in 39 3 9 Remarks iiti 40 3 4 Care Of Lenses ee eee dete cete 41 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual Memo FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1 Introduction 1 2 Warranty 1 3 How To Use This Manual 1 4 Precautions FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 1 1 Introduction The FASTCAM X1280PCI High Speed Video Camera System has been developed to offer a powerful engineering solut
4. E mail image photron com In other areas PHOTRON LIMITED Shibuya 1 9 8 Shibuya ku Tokyo 150 0002 Japan Phone 81 3 3486 3471 Fax 81 3 3486 8760 E mail image photron com FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 1 3 How to Use This Manual DEFINITION OF TERMS You will notice as you read this manual that some of the information is presented as a NOTE CAUTION or WARNING It is important that you understand the significance of these three terms NOTE A note contains information that we wish to emphasize regarding the operation of your FASTCAM PCI series CAUTION A caution is intended to warn you that a certain operation or condition may cause harm to your FASTCAM PCI series WARNING A warning is important to the safety of everyone operating the FASTCAM X1280PCI system and should not be disregarded under any circumstances Chapter 1 Introduction Contains Warranty Precautions Introduction and how to use this manual Chapter 2 Visual Introduction Visual introduction to the components of your FASTCAM X1280PCI system Explains the use of each of connectors and controls on the Camera and the Processor Chapter 3 Appendix Contains specifications and special remarks on the system If you require additional information not included in this manual regarding the care technical service and operation of your FASTCAM X1280PCI system please contact the service department in San Diego by calling 800 585 212
5. E oe re S E 15 00000 8 a Te g LH t EC 1 79 llo molas 4 oo 105 39 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 3 3 Remarks 1 Each individual system has its own characteristics and may differ from others in the following aspects It may display a slight lack of brightness uniformity across the entire screen It may have an exceptionally bright horizontal line in the lower end of the image monochrome model It may display a slight lack of color uniformity on one or two horizontal lines in the upper leftmost or rightmost portion s of the screen 2 When using the higher gain features Gain Switch on the camera head Sensor output range and or Sensitivity setting please note the following inevitable drawbacks Noise level gets higher Color balance needs readjustment Color uniformity is lowered across the entire screen The sensitivity gets less linear lower grayscale Please note all the above are due entirely to the basic characteristics and specifications of the C MOS sensors used in the system and should not be interpreted as defects 40 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 3 4 Care of Lenses The surface of photographic lenses has thin coatings that reduce chromatic aberration unwanted reflections and other distortions Extra care should be taken to protect this fragile coating Protect the lens by installing a lens cap when you are not using the camera Brush the lens
6. of defective pixels is unique to each C MOS sensor each of the FASTCAM X 1280 must be installed with the correction data specifically prepared for and attached to it Use the attached FASTCAM X 1280PCI Imager SETUP CD ROM for installation following the procedure below First made sure the grabber board driver and PFV have been installed Insert the Imager SETUP CD ROM into the CD drive and set up automatically starts by Auto RUN FASTCAM X 1280PCI Imager Setup CD ROM ap Copyright C 2002 Photron LTD If PFV is not installed you will see the following message Install x e PFY has not been installed in this PC First please install PFY 21 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual If the sensor serial number of the correction data to be installed and the sensor serial number imbedded in the grabber board disagree the following error message appears Install Camera Head S N 00012345 Sensor Color Install to PCI borad 5 000101001 10 03 22 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 4 Multi Camera Sync Operation The FASTCAM X1280PCI system offers synchronized multi camera operation involving up to four cameras In the multi camera sync operation all the cameras shoot one single fast moving event from different viewing angles along the same timeline and record in their respective memory This is useful for simultaneously recording a fast moving object and other related e
7. to the master board from an external source The trigger is then transferred to slave boards for sync operation Note Input of an external trigger to a slave is invalid it will not be recognized as a trigger Note Triggering takes place in all the boards the master and slave s set up for sync operation all at one time in synchronization In the multi camera sync operation system no individual board can be triggered independently from others 29 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 5 Gain Selector Switch The gain switch on the back of the camera lets you select the camera gain analog setting from the following two modes Standard gain mode High gain mode 6dB In a lower light level situation the high gain mode may be helpful Note however you need to be careful when using it because it will raise the overall noise level to a certain degree O Ga Q Normal High Gain Switch A M O A FTA O Note Factory setting is Standard Note High gain will raise the overall noise level to a certain degree 30 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual Memo sad FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual Memo 32 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Appendix 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 Specifications Dimensions Remarks Care of Lenses 33 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Har
8. 0 32 131072 262144 393216 160 32 262144 524288 786432 Note The recording time is calculate as follows Recording time No frames x 1 frame rate 36 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 3 1 6 PHOTRON FASTCAM X 1280PCI Camera Head Sensor resolution 1280 x 1024 pixels 5 meters not expandable PanelLink Standard Photron modified 5VDC power fed by grabber board via camera cable NEVER remove camera cable while PC is powered on High gain feature 1 Gain selectable between Standard and High Gain Switch on camera Analog gain selection back plate Sensor output range Selectable by control software from Upper 8 bits default Middle 8 bits selection Lower 8 bits Grayscale Mono 8 bits Color 8 bits each RGB Bayer color filter Lens mount F mount Nikon Di 85 4 W x85 4 H x56 0 L mm imensions Excl lens mount camera mount plate Camera cable Data bus I F Power Caution NEVER remove the camera cable while the PC is powered on Be sure to shut down the PC before removing the camera cable 3 1 7 PHOTRON FASTCAM X 1280PCI Grabber Board Standard Rev2 1 Specificaiotn PCI full size standard with memory board installed Board size Uses one PCI slot when one memory board is installed Uses two PCI slots when two or more memory boards installed LIVE display Displays LIVE image while recording in memory Gain factors x 1 def
9. 2 Camera Head The FASTCAM X1280PCI camera head designed with compactness and light weight ensures ease of handling and operation in almost any shooting situation with its compactness and light weight It uses the F mount for the taking lens A tripod mounting hole is provided on the camera base 85 4 36 72 56 85 4 46 48 13 64 14 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 2 3 Accessories EXT OUT and Trigger IN cables FASTCAM X 1280 grabber board has two compound connectors that provide trigger and sync signals in and out between the grabber board and external devices using dedicated cables Two external connection cables come with the system as standard accessories 1 OUT1 2 OUT2 S 3 T TTL pu 4 T SW AC 15 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 2 4 Specifications of Connectors The specifications of the FASTCAM X 1280 external connectors are shown here The connectors support the following signals 1 OUT1 2 OUT2 3 T TTL 4 7 SW Du uml 1 1 EXTOUTI Output connector A BNC type connector It outputs a signal that indicates the first frame when an asynchronous reset trigger is input 2 EXTOUT2 Out
10. 9 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 1 4 Precautions AMBIENT Temperature Photron FASTCAM X1280PCI has been designed to work properly in an ambient temperature range of 0 to 35 degrees Celsius 32 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit no condensation For the ambient temperature of the PC to be used with FASTCAM X1280PCI see the PC manual If it has a different working temperature range the lower of the two different ranges should be observed STORAGE Temperature FASTCAM X1280PCI must be stored in a place with an ambient temperature range of 20 to 70 degrees Celsius 4 to 158 degrees Fahrenheit no condensation TRANSPORTATION Save the original carton the unit came in for future transportation Or if you transport the unit frequently the use of a special carrying case is recommended Please check with your dealer Photron USA or Photron Europe Do not send the unit to a place where the temperature can go below 20 degrees Celsius 4 degrees Fahrenheit or above 70 degrees Celsius 158 degrees Fahrenheit FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION STATEMENTS Warning This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interference to radio communications It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules and VDE 0871 Class B which are designed to provid
11. D_OUT connector Switch 3 is OFF Slave Mode 4321 Follow the master in accordance with the sync signal fed from the master via BD_IN connector Starts and ON A A A A ends recording by the trigger signals fed from master 1 connector Switch 3 is 24 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 4 2 Installing internal sync cables After Master Slave set up of the grabber boards install the sync cables between the boards 1 Position of internal sync connectors Connectors for internal sync signal input output are located at the position on the board as shown below For multi camera sync operation connect between these connectors on respective boards using the attached cables BD Connector Receives internal sync and trigger signals from BD OUT connector of another board BD OUT Connector Outputs internal sync and trigger signals 25 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 Internal sync cable connection The following figures show how to connect between the master and slave boards for two and four camera sync operations Connect the cables so that the sync output BD_OUT from the master board is fed to the sync input BD_IN of a slave board Cable connections 2 camera sync operation External Trigger Input 1st Master spour Bp iN
12. FASTCAM X 1280PCI Hardware Manual Rev 1 0 PHOTRON PHOTRON LIMITED 2002 Table of contents Table of contents 3 ii eto SERE Ro ERREUR 3 Chapter 1 Introduction iron ee cte e dee oue i 5 T diu eto Seed oe eene dd 6 1 02 Warranty a Ap Ai ERR ROREM REMISE 7 1 3 How to Use This enne 8 1 4 5 xe rein En 9 Chapter 2 Visual 11 2 1 Visual Introduction eile cte eo A OE 12 2 131 ee em ra td 12 2 1 2 Accessories and Optional 12 2 2 FASTCAM X 1280PCI System sse 13 2 244 Grabber board de eme ee al need 13 2 22 Camera Head ose etie bed eect 14 2 3 Hardware Installation 19 2 3 1 Grabber board installation nn 19 2 3 2 Camera head installation ners ta 20 2 3 8 Imager SETUP CD ROM installation 21 2 4 Multi Camera Sync Operation nn nnn nn 23 2 4 1 Setting up Master Slave modes 2 24 2 4 2 Installing internal sync cables nee 25 2 4 8 Setting camera ID numbers sse 27 2 44 Software Setting pere e onere taro De 28
13. ault x 2 0 7F x 4 1 0F and x 8 1 3F selectable control software Sensitivity TTL input 5V 10mA Positive going External trigger input Contact input BD IN BD OUT connectors Used for sync between FASTCAM X1280PCI cameras Sync signal input Vertical sync signal 3 3Vp p Negative going Random reset trigger timing signal 5V TTL Memory recording indication signal 5V TTL High gain feature 2 External output signal 1 1 Selected from above two by control software External output signal 2 EXT OUT2 Vertical sync signal 5V TTL 25W max 5VDC 2 5A 3 3VDC 2 5A Power consumption ower consumpto incl Camera head power consumption 97 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 3 2 Dimensions 3 2 1 Camera head in millimeters 85 4 46 48 38 13 64 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 3 2 2 Grabber board in millimeters A SSS fof MFM 5 To 9 n o o li s L H i pe t m B i D H H D D D g 1 B B f i 1 0 B Hon 1 F Feed ghira elo L JE EE 3 ti f 0 B l i 9 a oY n p mm 0 B RH gg 1 Ha o 0 i
14. ber board in the empty PCI slot Be sure to press the board firmly so that the board connector is completely seated in the slot Fasten the board onto the PC chassis with the retaining screw 6 Connect the camera cable from the camera head to the PCI board Make sure if the orientation of the connector is correct and fasten it with the retaining screw Pull the cable lightly to see if the connector does not come off 7 Replace the housing cover Follow the instructions given in the PC manual 19 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 3 2 Camera head installation 8 Connect the camera cable between the connector on the camera head and the camera connector on the grabber board Note Fasten the connector to the camera head using the retaining screws on the connector shell Caution Be sure to switch off the PC and unplug the power cord before installing the grabber board in the PC 20 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 3 3 Imager SETUP CD ROM installation The mega pixel C MOS sensor used in the FASTCAM X 1280PCI system has been checked under Photron s own quality assurance criteria that sets the pixel defect allowance in each of the geometric areas of the sensor surface Data from each of the defective pixels on the sensor surface is replaced with data obtained by calculating data from adjacent pixels The defect correction function is programmed in the attached PFV control software Because the distribution
15. cable 5m 1 ea 3 Lens mount cap 1 ea 5 Driver application setup CD ROM 1 ea 6 Sensor information file FDD 3 5 1 44M 1 ea 7 FASTCAM X1280PCI Hardware manual 1 ea 8 FASTCAM Control Software operation manual 1 ea 9 Warranty registration card 1 ea 10 Internal sync cable for 2 units 1 ea 11 Internal sync cable for 3 4 units 1 ea 2 1 2 Accessories and Optional Items The following optional item is offered for the FASTCAM X1280PCI 1 Additional memory board up to 2 boards can be added FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 2 FASTCAM X 1280PCI System The FASTCAM X1280PCI system consists of such components as a grabber board camera head control software and so forth 2 2 1 Grabber board The FASTCAM X1280PCI grabber board has been so designed that a maximum of four boards can be loaded in PCI slots of the PC of ATX standard Le 305 2 oraq S OO Oi mp 0g o9 o os PES I U pes LA PROP H 2555 i 100 in j D Po H mwe 0 kd um P goon g T H H i 0 i d U dew gd ci 8 Dl U a ff ES 5 ee 0 U gE D 0 oo E I 00000 B AEE U Hg 1 1 cs TO o o r DoD 10 jif y MEMA 13 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 2
16. ction how to initialize the internal connections by the control software is discussed For the basic operation of the software please see the Software Operation Manual 1 Select a slave camera in the camera selection pull down box Camera Data Save File Viewer 001 si v Show Info 2 Press the More button to start setting details Setup Frame Rate Shutter Resolution Trigger Mode ensitivi Gamma Come te Option Display C Snap 4 Live C Memory shot 3 Check Ext Sync In to enable the external sync mode Now the slave camera will operate synchronized to sync and trigger signals from the master FASTCAM model 16KC m External Signal Port Ext Out 1 out in Rec pos si Ext Qut 2 v Sync out posi si Ext Syne Sensor Output Bit select Upper 8bit default Note Ext Sync In for master camera is gray out and is not selectable 4 Repeat the above steps 1 through 3 with all the slave cameras This concludes the software setting procedure 28 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 4 5 Tips for multi camera sync operation Triggering from software With the internal sync cables connected see subsection 2 4 2 software triggering can be done to all the boards without any delay between them Using external trigger You can use external triggers for multi camera sync operation Input a trigger
17. dware Manual 3 1 Specifications 3 1 1 PHOTRON FASTCAM X 1280PCI Recording method Digital recording in memory board SD RAM START Records frames to the maximum of the recording memory and stops END Stops recording at a trigger CENTER e same number of frames before and after a MANUAL preset number of frames before and after a Records from 1 up to 256 frames as preset at each RANDOM trigger The number is set by control software START and RANDOM modes support Random reset trigger that is on off switchable by control software Framing rate Full frame 60 125 250 500 FPS Partial frame 1000 2000 4000 8000 16000 FPS Models 500 1k 4k and 16k 3 1 2 Framing rate vs Model Framing rate FPS 6 60 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 16000 34 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 3 1 3 Framing rate vs Image resolution Resolution Framing rate FPS pixels 1000 2000 4000 8000 16000 a a 1280 1024 1280 512 640 512 1280 256 640 256 320 256 640 128 320x128 160 128 640x64 320x64 160x64 80x64 320x32 160 32 O OIOJOIJO OJO OJ O OJ OJO O O
18. e reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and VDE 0871 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation WARNING This product is grounded through the power cord This protective ground connection is essential for safe operation of the equipment Avoid electrical shock by plugging the power cord into a properly wired receptacle A loss of the protective ground for any reason could result in electrical shock Use the proper power cord and insure that it is in good condition FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual Memo 10 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Visual Introduction 2 1 Products 2 2 FASTCAM X1280PCI System 2 3 Hardware Installation 2 4 Multi Camera Sync Operation 2 5 High Gain Operation FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 1 Visual Introduction 2 1 1 Unpacking When unpacking please see if the following items are included in the package 1 Camera head 1 ea 2 Grabber board PCI board 1 ea 3 Camera
19. ental damage misuse or abuse If the PHOTRON FASTCAM X1280PCI system has been repaired or tampered with by persons other than PHOTRON personnel customer personnel trained by PHOTRON or without permission of PHOTRON Shipping damage is not covered by this warranty The purchaser has the responsibility to place a claim of damage in shipment with the carrier PHOTRON LIMITED makes no other warranties express or implied including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose If this PHOTRON FASTCAM X1280PCI system does not function properly during the warranty period PHOTRON LIMITED will repair it without charge according to the terms stated above Repair without charge is PHOTRON LIMITED s only obligation under this warranty PHOTRON LIMITED PHOTRON USA INC or PHOTRON EUROPE LIMITED will not be responsible for any consequential or incidental damages resulting from the sale use or improper functioning of this equipment even if loss or damage is caused by the negligence or other fault of PHOTRON LIMITED PHOTRON USA INC or PHOTRON EUROPE LIMITED Return the equipment that needs warranty service to In Americas PHOTRON USA NC 9520 Padgett Street Suite 110 San Diego CA 92126 4446 USA Phone 858 684 3555 Fax 858 684 3558 E mail image photron com In Europe PHOTRON EUROPE LIMITED Willowbank House 84 Station Road Marlow Bucks 5 7 U K Phone 44 0 1628 89 4353 Fax 44 0 1628 89 4354
20. gently with a camel hairbrush or loosely folded piece of lens paper to remove dust particles For stubborn dirt use photographic lens cleaning solution and lens wipes Never rub the lens with direct pressure or drop cleaning solution directly on the lens surface 41 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 42 In Americas PHOTRON USA INC 9520 Padgett Street Suite 110 San Diego CA 92126 4446 USA Phone 858 684 3555 Fax 858 684 3558 E mail image photron com In Europe PHOTRON EUROPE LIMITED Willowbank House 84 Station Road Marlow Bucks SL7 1NK U K Phone 44 0 1628 89 4353 Fax 44 0 1628 89 4354 E mail image photron com In other areas PHOTRON LIMITED Shibuya 1 9 8 Shibuya Ku Tokyo 150 0002 Japan Phone 81 3 3486 3471 Fax 48133486 8760 E mail image photron co jp FASTCAM X 1280PCI User s Manual English Version May 2002 Rev 1 0 FASTCAM X 1280PCI User s Manual 2002 PHOTRON LIMITED
21. ion in R and D engineering manufacturing quality control in general industries and special applications in scientific medical biological aerospace studies Its extra high speed recording capability and easy to use remote control software provide a motion analysis environment that has been hard to obtain so far The live image setup function ensures that the image of the object on the screen is captured and recorded in the memory at a simple click on the recording button with your mouse The image can also be recorded in the HDD of your PC Use this cutting edge recording technology to observe your fast moving object as a slow motion playback image or to input the moving image data into your motion analysis system for processing This manual has been prepared for you to use the FASTCAM X1280PCI system in the most effective way for slow motion observation and motion analysis of fast moving objects Remarks 1 For the best use of the system please read through this manual 2 The content of this manual is based on the best knowledge of the manufacturer However in case any error or missed information is found in this manual please inform the manufacturer of such shortcomings Notwithstanding the above the manufacturer is not responsible for any results of the use of this equipment 3 Copying all or any part of this manual without permission is prohibited 4 The content of this manual may be changed any time without prior notice 5 The
22. manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect damage or loss of profit resulting from the use of this equipment 6 The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any result of the use of this equipment 7 Copying all or any part of the software included in this system without prior written permission by the author is an infringement of copyright FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 1 2 Warranty New Equipment Warranty PHOTRON FASTCAM X1280PCI PHOTRON LIMITED warrants this PHOTRON FASTCAM X1280PCI system and its accessories manufactured by PHOTRON LIMITED to function properly for one year from the date of shipment if the warranty registration card was filled out and returned to PHOTRON USA INC or PHOTRON EUROPE LIMITED within thirty days of shipment PHOTRON LIMITED in conjunction with PHOTRON USA INC or PHOTRON EUROPE LIMITED agrees to perform the following equipment warranty services 1 Repair service If shipped to PHOTRON at any of the addresses shown below repairs will be made at no charge 2 Parts replacement Replacement parts installed under warranty will be provided at no charge THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY UNDER THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS Failure to operate the PHOTRON FASTCAM X1280PCI series in accordance with Photon s written instructions including environmental specifications listed in the User s Manual If there is evidence of the PHOTRON FASTCAM X1280PCI system being subjected to accid
23. put connector A BNC type connector It outputs the camera s vertical sync signal for external strobe and pulse laser units to synchronize with 3 TRIGGER TTL IN Input connector A BNC type connector It accepts external TTL compatible signal to control the start and end of recording in a selected recording mode The input pulse must be of 5V positive and 50usec wide The operational current is 10mA recommended and 20mA maximum 4 TRIGGER SWIN Input connector A BNC type connector A contact switch between the center and the shield conductors of the BNC connector controls the start and end of recording in a selected recording mode Caution Input of trigger signals other than switch contact into TRIGGER SW IN connector will severely damage the system 16 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual TRIGGER TTL IN Input connector Circuit diagram 45V TRIGGER IN 2500 A usec Photocoupler TLP521 TOSHIBA 5V up 27 10 5V TTL level TRIGGER START TRIGGER SW IN Input connector Circuit diagram 45V 45V TRIGGER IN VO Port MAX6816 GND N TRIGGER START 17 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 5 V SYNC INTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT connector BD IN connector This a connector provided specifically to synchronize all the units involved in a multi camera operation where two or more FASTCAM X1280PCI grabber boards are installed in one PC It does not support connection or synchronization with ex
24. ternal devices or equipment When a slave mode is set for multi camera operation this connector provides trigger signals from the master unit to slave s for synchronized recording 6 VSYNC INTERNAL TRIGGER OUTPUT connector BD OUT connector This a connector provided specifically to synchronize all the units involved in a multi camera operation where two or more FASTCAM X1280PCI grabber boards are installed in one PC It does not support connection or synchronization with external devices or equipment Locations of BD IN and BD PUT connectors 18 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 3 Hardware Installation Caution Before you connect between the camera head and grabber board and install the grabber board into the PC please be sure to switch off the PC and unplug the power cord from the mains outlet Otherwise major damages may be caused on your camera head grabber board and or PC Also please make sure that there is no twist on the cables 2 3 1 Grabber board installation Follow the below procedure to install the grabber PCI board into the PC E Switch off the PC and unplug the power cord 2 Open up the housing of the PC following the instructions given in the PC user s manual 3 Make sure there is an empty PCI slot s 4 Remove the metal cover plate over the empty PCI slot 5 Plug the grab
25. vents from different viewpoints The following subsections discuss the procedures for setting up a multi camera sync operation system The following four steps are needed to set up a multi camera sync operation 2 4 1 Setting up Master Slave modes on cameras 2 4 2 Connecting cables for internal sync signals 2 4 8 Setting up unique camera ID s 2 4 4 Setting up PFV software 23 FASTCAM X1280PCI Series Hardware Manual 2 4 1 Setting up MasterlSlave modes For multi camera sync operation one of the cameras must be set to be the Master and others Slave s By this the slave cameras operated in accordance with the sync signal generated by and fed from the master camera thus all the cameras operate in a perfect synchronization along one timeline For this setting up the mode setup switch on the grabber board is used in the following manner Caution Before start working be sure to switch off the PC and unplug the power cord 1 Position of mode setup switches The mode setup switches are located on the upper surface of the grabber board See the below figure to confirm their positions This figure shows the switches as seen from the top of the board II 4321 1 2 Setting the switches to sync mode Set the respective dip switches for the master board and slaves as shown in the below chart Switch setting Functions Master Mode 4321 Generates sync and trigger signals and output them from B
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