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1. All dimensions are in millimeters FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 3 Cleaning the Filter to lower the risk that dirt and dust in the air will enter the camera the air vent and exhaust vent Q To prevent the buildup of heat the system circulates air into the camera body with a fan In order are fitted with filters Clean the filters and the area around the filters regularly in order to keep the system in top condition 1 The cover of both ends on a handle is opened and two screws which have fasten down the handle are removed 2 Remove the hex bolts that hold on the duct from both locations 3 Clean the filters duct and the area around the fans Do not remove any of the screws on the camera body except for the screws in the locations shown in the diagram above The risk of problems can be lowered by cleaning the filters However problems caused by the effects of heat from not cleaning the filters are exempted from warranty service even if they occur during the system s warranty period The filters reduce the risk that dirt and dust will enter the camera body but there is no guarantee that it will eliminate problems caused by dirt and dust 84 Chapter 6 Warranty 6 1 About the Warranty 85 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 6 Warranty 6 1 About the Warranty A 0 09 This system has been shipped having undergone rigorous test
2. 77 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 2 Dimensions nn AAA 2 1 mera B 5 2 1 1 FASTCAM SA6 Body mm 265 6 1 4 20UNC_DEPTH6 1 o o gt 2 lo gt e g 5 a 2 S a 2 2 hani 3 5 j 3 C o bi E gt a 260 5 240 5 167 3 103 1 l_j MN 4 619 5 M ZE ane E NGANG DEPTHS 7 5 DEPTH4 3 8 16UNC DEPTHG 7 s 4 5 DEPTHS 5 1 4 20UNC DEPTHA E e L gili OH 1j 144 1 158 1 173 1 All dimensions are in millimeters 78 5 2 1 2 _ FASTCAM SA6 RV Body mm
3. a o 2 E D o 3 o 2 a VY Y co ni J a9 optical center 260 5 x 240 5 167 3 103 1 gt ka MI gt 4 619 5 Tat Las o La e N Nee DEPTHG 4 7 5 DEPTHA 3 8 16UNC DEPTHS j m24 g i 4 um 1 4 20UNC DEPTHG F 1 Ce L LN k DL S gt d 144 1 158 1 173 1 All dimensions are in millimeters 79 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 2 2 LCD Remote Controller Optional mm 154 4 88 1 ji EEE J Photron ORE OREH OREA ORBE FRAME RATE RESOLUTION SHUTTER TRIGGER WDE AB IT jan 248 85 viviv w R AY m PASE S 4 4 m m FUNCTION CO LON LIGHT AAPARTITION PLAYBACK RATE Bu Toa OM Ow so FAST e a ORIT I 1O CALIBRATE O STORE l SINS O SENT PLABACK O LIE OB ENO RE START NOFF ED All dimensions are in millimeters 80 Dimensions with Attached Handle mm 154 4
4. Switch LIVE MEMORY Switches between LIVE and MEMORY states Record Ready Sets the record ready state Record Starts recording Low Light Turns low light mode ON OFF Performs black level calibration Press this button once and the LEDs on the back of the camera Calibrate illuminate back and forth from left to right and from right to left to inform you of the ready state Afterwards with the sensor shielded press the button once more to complete calibration LCD Remote Controller Optional Setting Explanation OFF Does not assign a function FRAMERATE SEL Raises the frame rate FRESOLUTION SEL Lowers the resolution SHUTTER SEL Increases the shutter speed TRIGGER SEL Changes the trigger mode FIT The same function as the FIT key on the keypad STATUS The same function as the STATUS key on the keypad LIVE The same function as the LIVE key on the keypad REC READY The same function as the REC READY key on the keypad REC The same function as the REC key on the keypad LOW LIGHT The same function as the LOW LIGHT key on the keypad CALIBRATE The same function as the CALIBRATE key on the keypad 59 FASTCAM SAG SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 21 Using MCDL Analog Waveform Synchronized Recording Unit The system supports an optional MCDL analog waveform synchronized recording unit The waveform data analog 4 c
5. KEYPAD KEYPAD Connector Y h bT DAYA E ES WE WS WX WW ZAN SZ VIDEO QUT Handle Handle Status Display LEDs USER SW Programmable Switch VIDEO OUT Video Output Connector I O Port I O Port Connector HD SDI HD SDI Output Connector FASTCAM SA6 RV F Mount Front POWER SW Power Supply Switch Gigabit ETHER Gigabit Ethernet LAN Cable Connector DC18 36V 100VA Power Supply Connector KEYPAD KEYPAD Connector Handle O O a TI TI Front Handle Status Display LEDs TIT TI QoooQoQoO USER SW e o AN Programmable Switch 999 725 VIDEO OUT Video Output Connector I O Port IJO Port Connector HD SDI HD SDI Output Connector 9 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 3 Status Display LEDs on the Rear of the Camera Body There are a number of LEDs on the rear of the system s camera body These LEDs indicate the status of the system The meaning of each LED is explained here 606660660606 POWER IF TRIGGER IRIG SYNC SYNC REC REC L
6. 4r0neenrane tenanan naa Anan en enn 55 3 17 2 GENERAL OUT Signal Settings eeeene 56 3 18 Signal Delay m 57 3 19 Event Marker FURnCt On ilL kk kk ak kake nennen AA KWA KA nre nns 58 3 20 Using USER SW Programmable Switch sene 59 3 21 Using MCDL Analog Waveform Synchronized Recording Unit 60 3 22 IRIG Time Code External Time Synchronization sasana eaaa an aana naen 61 Chapter 4 Connecting a PC 63 4 1 Connecting the Gigabit Ethernet Interface to a PC ssssssesesee 64 4 1 1 Connecting the System and a PC 65 4 1 2 Setting the IP Address eee aane naa aana e aaa aa eene 4 1 3 Using DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protoco 4 1 4 Connecting Multiple Systems and a PC 0 0 0 eect ener ee aana anane n anae 4 1 5 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Initialization E EEEE Chapter 5 Product Specifications Hille SPOCMICALONS 4x nu ia apa aia A A Da vek kk veka Dayk ete 5 1 1 Product Specifications EEE kk Kek kk kK 5 1 2 General Specifications buas ekla n n diy n NE A a edl Al dak H Ua balke dira keke 5 1 9 Options onse N a a N D a a a aa 5 1 4 Frame Rate and Resolution een 5 1 5 Recordable Image Count Resolution sse 5 1 6 Shutter Speed List eene 5 1 7 List of Frame Rate
7. customer contact name contact phone number contact e mail Contact Information Product Name FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Serial Number Check on the nameplate seal Condition of the system and what is known about it PHOTRON USA INC 9520 Padgett Street Suite 110 San Diego CA 92126 4426 USA Phone 800 585 2129 or 858 684 3555 Fax 858 684 3558 E mail image photron com In Americas and Antipodes www photron com PHOTRON EUROPE LIMITED The Barn Bottom Road West Wycombe Buckinghamshire In Europe HP14 4BS U K Africa and India Phone 44 0 1494 48 1011 Fax 44 0 1494 48 7011 E mail image 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 FASTCAM SA6 FASTCAM SA6 RV Hardware Manual Revision 1 01E Publication Date January 2012 Publisher PHOTRON LIMITED Chiyoda Fujimi Bldg Fujimi 1 1 8 Chiyoda ku Tokyo 102 0071 JAPAN 2012 PHOTRON LIMITED All rights reserved Printed in Japan Control No E1201203703U
8. After the settings are made once this function displays its effect when recording in an environment where the subject s amount of light changes When using this function the following four items must be set in advance AREA TARGET VALUE RANGE SHUTTER Each of these settings is explained below AREA Sets the image area The auto exposure function operates so that the average value of the image output level in the area specified here becomes the desired image output level TARGET VALUE Sets the desired image output level Set this value as a 10 bit gradation 0 1 023 RANGE Gives the desired image output level a range Set this value as a 10 bit gradation 0 1 023 The auto exposure function operates so that the average value of the image output level in the area specified here becomes the desired image output level SHUTTER Sets the maximum exposure time Set in order to prevent subject blur from an exposure time that is too long e The Auto Exposure function keeps a constant image brightness by varying the shutter speed sensor s exposure time Therefore the image may deteriorate as the shutter speed varies from the calibrated setting while using this function Please refer to 3 1 Image Initialization Calibration page 24 for details 28 e When the auto exposure function is operating the camera will not perform a shutter operation with an exposure time longer than the shutter value set
9. Calibration Mode For this product the calibration method can be changed by user A NORMAL method and a FINE method can be used 24 3 1 5 Mechanical shutter ganged operation Option When using the optional Mechanical shutter itis no need to shade the light since the shutter will close automatically when carrying out a calibration 3 2 Selecting the Frame Rate With the system you can record images from 60 50 to 1 125 fps using the full 1 920x1 440 pixel resolution of the image sensor For frame rates faster than 1 125 fps high speed photography is achieved by limiting the read area of the image sensor a Supplement e The minimum frame rate in NTSC mode is 60 fps e The minimum frame rate in PAL mode is 50 fps e For frame rates faster than 1 125 fps the resolution is automatically set to the maximum available at that frame rate For more details refer to 5 1 4 Frame Rate and Resolution page 72 25 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 3 Selecting the Resolution With the system you can record images with a maximum size of 2 764 800 pixels using the high speed image sensor which has a maximum size of 1 920x1 440 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 lli Reference e For more information of relation between Frame Rate
10. SIGNAL GND U BNC SIGNAL GND V N C Ww SIGNAL GND K 18 V36 Y 18 V36 Z E 18 V36 a IRIG b BNC IRIG GND c BNC a Supplement e Pin U s SIGNAL GND signal is the common ground for BNC 4 16 2 2 8 Power Supply Connector This connector is used to input the DC power supply Connect the supplied AC adapter or the optional IDX battery cable battery sold separately Acable connector is available as an option When using other power supplies construct a cable using the pin diagram below for reference DC 18 36V 100VA Pin Diagram PT02A 8 4P 023 Camera body Cable connector Pin connector model Connector Name Signal Name model name Ne ns Manufacturer Manufacurer 18V 36V IN A POWER GND B 8 8 DC18 36V 100VA PTOZA 8 4P 023 PTO6A 8 4S 424 POWER GND C Amphenol Amphenol 18V 36V IN D When using the connector pins directly refer to the chart above and ensure the wiring is correct If the wiring is incorrect not only is there the danger of the system malfunctioning but also of fire and electric shock Do not use a power supply which does not meet the system s specifications or a power supply you cannot guarantee the safety of By using a power supply outside of the system specifications not only is there the danger of the system malfunctioning but also of fire and electric shock 17 FA
11. ja ooo A j de 1 Connect the AC power supply unit to the DC18 36V 100VA connector on the rear of the camera body 2 Connect the AC cable to the AC power supply unit 3 Connect the AC cable to the power outlet MA Reference e For the specification of the power supply which can be used refer to 5 1 2 General Specifications page 69 19 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 3 3 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 rear of the camera body bek ew al ua a ua A Oe a Supplement e The LCD remote controller is hot pluggable It can be plugged in and removed while the system s power is on Ell Reference e For how to operate of the LCD Remote Controller refer to LCD Remote Controller User s Manual 20 2 3 4 Connecting a PC The system can be operated remotely from a PC using the Gigabit Ethernet interface This section explains the required setup when connecting the system to a PC Lb ll ly ee d RR A hh ES To connect a PC to the system connect the system to a commercially available 1000BASE T Gigabit Ethernet compatible interface board with the LAN cable provided For the LAN cable prepare a UTP or STP CAT5E enhanced category 5 or higher LAN cable UTP unshielded STP shie
12. 81 000 93 000 92 000 92 000 93 000 91 000 91 000 90 000 89 000 102 000 99 000 99 000 99 000 102 000 100 000 102 000 99 000 124 000 119 000 116 000 115 000 116 000 112 000 112 000 111 000 140 000 147 000 126 000 124 000 124 000 126 000 124 000 126 000 159 000 167 000 156 000 149 000 146 000 146 000 149 000 156 000 186 000 194 000 202 000 212 000 196 000 208 000 202 000 202 000 277 000 283 000 289 000 295 000 256 000 266 000 277 000 261 000 367 000 367 000 367 000 367 000 367 000 367 000 367 000 367 000 The unit in the chart is 1 x s 75 FASTCAM SAG SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications a Supplement e About the settable shutter Settable shutter speeds differ with the horizontal width of the maximum resolution of the frame rate being used Example 1 When using 1 125 fps The maximum resolution is 1 920x1 440 so the horizontal width is1 920 Shutter speeds that can be set at this setting are listed in the column titled 1 920 see the chart Since the frame rate is 1 125 fps with a maximum exposure of 1 1 125 s the shutter speeds are listed below 1 1 125s 1 2 000s 1 3 000s 1 277 000s 1 367 000s Example 2 When using 21 600 fps The maximum resolution is 256x160 so the horizontal width is 256 Shutter speeds t
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14. Photron if the system malfunctions or if a portion of the manual is unclear d 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 Warning 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 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 man
15. SA6 RV Hardware Manual l Chapter 3 Recording 3 5 6 RANDOM RESET Mode RANDOM RESET mode is explained here by comparing its operation with the normal mode RANDOM RESET mode is a mode to improve the temporal accuracy of the record start timing and the timing of the trigger input where to put it simply with the input of the trigger signal at the timing that it is input the camera s record timing is reset Trigger Signal TRIGGER IN 1 1 m RANDOM Mode Operation Record Timing Signal J l vertical Synchronization Signal i 1 1 ne Iw 1 TT 6 1 9 1 9 I A The camera s intemal record timing signal vertical synchronization signal is not changed for the trigger signal input The frame exposed when the trigger signal is input is recorded as the first frame Adeviance occurs between the trigger signal and the intemal frame timing m RANDOM RESET Mode Operation Record Timing Signal 3 k l vertical Synchronization Signal penne Frames r3 a 1 9 1 9 The record timing signal wertical synchronization signal is reset by the trigger input When the camera is set to the normal RANDOM mode the same as START mode and RANDOM RESET mode the difference in the recording operation for the trigger input is shown graphically In the normal RANDOM mode and START mode the camera starts recording when the trigger is input but the internal record timing signal is independent and it operates regardless of when the tr
16. and Resolution refer to 5 1 4 Frame Rate and Resolution page 72 3 3 1 Resolution Lock Generally a max resolution under respective FPS will be set automatically when the FPS is changed Under the circumstance of using a Resolution Lock function the speed can be changed while resolution is fixed to a certain value e When using a Resolution Lock function if a resolution that does not compatible with the specified FPS is selected a max resolution under the specified speed will be set automatically instead 26 3 4 Selecting the Shutter Speed The shutter speed is independent of the frame rate and you can control the exposure time in 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 photographed blur free The shutter speed can be set from 1 frame s to a maximum of 1 3 670 000 s approximately 2 76us e The numerical value of 0 xxx S display serves as actual exposure time e The numerical value of 1 xxx S display is round figure It differs from actual exposure time a little lll Reference e For more information of Shutter Speed refer to 5 1 6 Shutter Speed List page 75 3 4 1 Changing SHUTTER MODE By switching between MODE1 and MODE2 on the SHUTTER MODE submenu on the SHUTTER menu the shutter speed value first used when the frame rate is changed can be set MODE1 Changing the frame rate automat
17. frame rate will display in the lower left of the video monitor e The frequency of the synchronization signal cannot be changed during LIVE or recording This is out of spec assurance The synchronization signal can be changed if you repeat steps 1 through 7 after inputting the changed frequency The system is reset If no synchronization signal is input or the input signal is under 60Hz 50Hz during steps 3 to 7 or the synchronization signal is lost the display shows NO SYNC INPUT If steps 3 through 7 are done inputting a signal over 75 000Hz the display shows OVER SYNC INPUT In either case you cannot record normally A minute error occurs in the input synchronization signal due to the construction of the internal circuitry of this function An error of 18 5 ns occurs for the input synchronization signal in the actual operation Since the frame rate display value on the monitor is in 1Hz units the error may be shown larger than the actual operation an error of about 1 5Hz is produced For example when performing external device synchronization inputting a synchronization signal of 10000Hz the monitor display error is 10 000 Hz 1Hz 9 999 fps to 10 001 fps 53 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 16 5 Synchronizing the System with Other Cameras Mixed Device Synchronized Recording Using the function frame rate synchronization recording in the previous section 3 16 4 Synchron
18. here These settings are shown in the diagram below RANGE TARGET VALUE If the image level being output the average value of the area set with AREA is or the function operates as below For position Since the image level being output is higher than the range TARGET VALUE RANGE the function operates to close the shutter shorten the exposure time For position Since the image level being output is lower than the range TARGET VALUE RANGE the function operates to open the shutter lengthen the exposure time For position Since the image level being output is within the range of TARGET VALUE RANGE the operation of the shutter is not varied e The DS SHUTTER function is inactive while the AUTO EXPOSURE function is being used e When the RANGE setting is a small value the range of the desired image output level narrows e If the RANGE value is made smaller than necessary the image level is difficult to place in the desired position In this case the variable shutter operation cannot place the image level in the desired position and a phenomenon occurs where the image output level is unstable When a situation like this occurs it can be resolved by making RANGE a larger value 29 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 5 Selecting the Trigger Mode ieee With the system in order to reliably capture high speed phenomena many kinds of trigger modes have been mad
19. partitioned and assigned to each recording Memory is partitioned into equal sizes and a maximum of 64 partitions can be set The partitioned sections are managed by ID numbers Each section can be set with completely independent recording conditions so this feature is convenient when taking consecutive recordings with changed conditions e Only the following trigger modes are valid when the partition mode is operating in MODE2 START CENTER END MANUAL 43 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 14 Input Output Signal Types With the system many signals can be input and output through the I O cable Signals that can be input and output from the I O cable 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 14 1 TRIG TTL IN Connector The system recognizes an external TTL signal as a trigger during the READY or ENDLESS recording state Starting and stopping recording in the selected recording mode is controlled with this signal Input voltage is OV to 12V H level 4 5V to 12V positive or negative polarity pulsewidth is 50 ns or greater Operating current is 10 mA recommended 30 mA maximum 3 14 2 TRIG TTL OUT Connector A 5V TTL trigger signal is output for input to an external device 3 14 3 TRIG SW IN Connecto
20. signal inputted into GENERAL IN refer to 3 17 1 GENERAL IN Signal Settings page 55 46 TRIG TTL IN Circuit Diagram 5V TRIG_TTL_IN TRIG_TTL e o LO o lt a co a a SIGNAL_GND GENERAL TTL IN Circuit Diagram 5V D SYNC SYNC_IN GENERAL_IN DO GENERAL e e 3 3 0 1uF lt lt sll t ea ea SIGNAL GND TRIG SW IN Circuit Diagram 5V Lis Gi x o MICROSD150 02 NFW31SP506X1E4 TRIG_SW__IN TRIG_SW GND 47 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 15 2 Outputting External Trigger Signals With the system you can externally output trigger signals Output is performed with the TRIG TTL OUT connector s dedicated trigger output system provided by the system and additionally output can also be optionally set from the GENERAL OUT connector External trigger 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 7 I O Port Connector The chart below summarizes the output systems and the signals that can be output Connector Name Reference Delay Output System Menu Setting Signal Type Amount TTL SW SOFT all TRIG pulse output TRIG POS CMOS 74ACT541 buffer output For TRIG SW IN Positive Polarity a
21. your body by touching a grounded metallic Surface before working near the camera sensor m Very gently use only clean and dry air to remove dust from surface of the image sensor m To remove stubborn contamination use the highest grade e g VLSI grade pure Isopropyl alcohol IPA with optical wipes of clean room grade m Extreme care must be taken Gently wipe across the sensor in a single action DO NOT rub to avoid abrasive damage to delicate optical coatings on the glass surface uen Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview 1 1 Product Overview and Features sssssssseee emen Chapter 2 Setup 2 1 System Components and Accessories EEi EEE kk een 2 1 1 Components eee eR iR ERI Eau ERO dyana ker Na aa a aaa a 2 1 2 vACCESSOFES OPLIONS eret rete actae eek ani kana e RUD an aya aA 2 1 8 MOOG ener Peer e aa ga Fea m i a en EE eed 2 2 z da TT e ec terreno mr Hia aa ed aa PAN a NAK e vua Ne ag a 2 2 1 Camera Body saseessane nana a eaaa anna a Anaa anaa a AKE ka kk ku WEKA AA KAK KAWA KA WA WA WE KA nnns 2 2 2 Camera Body Part Names i i kla nar aaa ag a a anana aa AAK ANAA eene 2 2 3 Status Display LEDs on the Rear of the Camera Bogy 2 2 4 Interchangeable Lens Mounts sse 2 2 5 LCD Remote Controller Optional 2 2 6 RS 422 Serial Control eene 224 MO Port Connector iioi dee rre de ene n etd dics 2 2 8 Power Supp
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23. 5 Using External Triggers E With the system you can record by receiving various trigger signals matched to the recording application The trigger signals that can be used on the system are explained here along with a description of how to use them 3 15 1 Inputting an External Trigger Signal The external trigger signals that can be used with the system and their input system are listed below External trigger signal input settings are also made by selecting SYNC IN OUT from the menu and TRIG TTL IN or GENERAL IN from the submenu The signals input from the TRIG TTL IN and GENERAL IN connectors are explained in section 2 2 7 1 0 Port Connector Connector Name Menu Signal Isolated IC Input TRIG POS em OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Positive Polarit TRIG TTL IN Isolated IC Input TRIG NEG OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Negative Polarity Isolated IC Input TRIG POS OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Positive Polarity GENERAL IN Isolated IC Input TRIG NEG OV 12V H level 4 5 12V Negative Polarity TRIG SW IN None Contact signal 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 MA Reference e For the setting method of the
24. Analog Amplitude 1 2Vp p min 8 0Vp p Modulation Ratio 2 1 to 4 1 a Supplement e When the IRIG code is being input the IRIG code is displayed in white and is displayed to the left e The IRIG offset time is also displayed below it When the IRIG code is not being input the IRIG code is displayed in grey At that time the counter is the camera s internal counter and it continues to count 61 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording lt 3 MEMO 62 Chapter 4 Connecting a PC 4 1 Connecting the Gigabit Ethernet Interface to a PC 63 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 4 Connecting a PC 4 1 Connecting the Gigabit Ethernet Interface to a PC The system can be controlled from a PC using the Gigabit Ethernet interface This section explains the required setup when connecting the system to a PC ll Reference e For operating instructions of Photron FASTCAM Viewer software 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 us
25. D remote controller optional or PFV 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 OTHERS POS NEG 52 For the LCD Remote Controller Optional 1 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 2 When the synchronization signal is input to the SYNC IN connector the SYNC IN LED yellow on the rear of the system illuminates If the synchronization signal is lost the LED goes out 3 Press the LCD remote controller s MENU key and the menu list is displayed 4 Select SYNC IN from the SYNC IN OUT submenu with the LCD remote controller s ARROW keys and press the ENTER key 5 Use the LCD remote controller s ARROW keys to select the input signal Select ON OTHERS POS positive polarity or ON OTHERS NEG negative polarity according to the polarity of the external synchronization signal 6 When the setting is complete press the ENTER key to finish 7 Output the signal from the synchronization device and verify that the system recognizes the output frequency and synchronizes its frame rate The recognized
26. FASTCAM SA6 FASTCAM SA6 RV pa Hardware Manual Revision 1 01E 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 14 Introduction Thank you for your purchase of Photron s high speed camera system the FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV 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 ia Manual Notation The following icons and symbols are used in the explanations in this manual Icon Symbol Description This symbol indicates content that should always be read Q Important T This symbol indicates instructions that should always be Caution 4 u followed when using the so
27. INK TRANS i MODE IN READY 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 W TRIGGER Yellow LED ON A trigger signal has been input illuminates for 0 1 s when the trigger signal is input LED OFF A trigger signal has not been input W IRIG Green LED ON An IRIG GPS signal is being input LED OFF An IRIG GPS signal is not being input m SYNC MODE Red LED ON In external synchronization mode LED OFF In internal synchronization mode W SYNC IN Yellow LED ON A synchronization signal is being input LED OFF A synchronization signal is not being input W REC READY Yellow LED ON Ready to record LED FLASHING ENDLESS recording LED OFF Not ready to record m REC Red LED ON Random mode ready state LED FLASHING Ready to record LED OFF Not ready to record 10 lllumination blinking in operational states W During low light mode operationLEDs other than POWER green and IF LINK TRANS red blink at a regular interval W When calibration is run from USER SW or the LCD remote controllerLEDs other than POWER green and IF LINK TRANS red blink alternately from right to left three times and from left to right three times W During the Gigabit Ethernet interface initializationLEDs other than POWER green and IF LINK TRANS red blink alternately
28. One 2 1 2 Accessories Options The following options are available for the system LCD Remote Controller PL Mount Kit B4 Mount Kit 4 Output Trigger Box MCDL Analog Waveform Synchronized Recording Unit Dedicated Carrying Case LCD Monitor Mounting Hardware Accessory Mounting Hardware o ON o o B o m Spare Power Supply Connector For Custom Cable Creation _ e LAN Connector Dust Proof Cover IDX Battery Cable _ Lens Mount with Filter Changer Triple Type Single Type _ eo Mechanical shutter F mount and C mount 2 1 3 Model The system s models are split according to color monochrome and there are a total of six models according to the amount of memory The models are listed below Max Frame Rate Sensor Type Memory Model Name 8GB FASTCAM SA6 75K C1 Color 16GB FASTCAM SA6 75K C2 75 000FPS 32GB FASTCAM SA6 75K C3 8GB FASTCAM SA6 75K M1 Monochrome 16GB FASTCAM SA6 75K M2 32GB FASTCAM SA6 75K M3 a Supplement e RV Range Version type is prepared for each model It has be sealed up a camera chassis for keep it free of dust 5 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 PartNames The system is composed of components including the camera body AC power supply and the Photron FASTCAM Viewer controls software referred to below as PFV For each of the system components Do not expose t
29. STCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 3 Device Connections 2 3 1 Connecting a Video Monitor A video monitor connected to the camera controller can be used to check the live image Camera Pass through image Connect the video input connector according to the video signal type of the monitor to display to the VIDEO OUT connector or HD SDI OUT connector on the rear of the camera body with a BNC cable Which connector video is output from can be set with the LCD remote controller optional or with PFV HD SDI s support formats are listed in the chart below 1080i 60Hz 59 94Hz 1080p 30Hz 29 97Hz 24Hz 23 98Hz 24Hz sF 23 98Hz sF 1080i 50Hz 1080p 25Hz 24Hz 23 98Hz 24Hz sF 23 98Hz sF NTSC setting PAL setting wow cC Cw C9 V cw e v zi oH Video Equipment Monitor Video Equipment VCR VIDEO OUT connector BNC Composite video NTSC PAL output HD SDI connector BNC Output of HD SDI High Definition Serial Digital Interface a Supplement e Since the output of composite video HD SDI is exclusive color bars are displayed on the output not selected Color bars are a reference guide e Use 5C FB specification cables for HD SDI output 18 2 3 2 Connecting the AC Power Supply Connect the supplied AC power supply unit to the power supply _ at az o 4660600056 ss 000
30. al Input Signal Conditions EVENT POS Inputs a positive polarity event signal TTL Level Positive Polarity EVENT NEG Inputs a negative polarity event signal TTL Level Negative Polarity TRIG POS Inputs a positive polarity trigger signal TTL Level Positive Polarity TRIG NEG Inputs a negative polarity trigger signal TTL Level Negative Polarity READY POS Inputs a positive polarity READY signal l TTL Level Positive Polarity READY ON OFF is switched by a pulse input TTL Level Negative Polarity Inputs a negative polarity READY signal TTL Level Positive Polarity READY NEG READY ON OFF is switched by a pulse input TTL Level Negative Polarity A When using the camera as a part of a system verify the characteristics of the input signals before using them MA Reference e For the details of an EVENT POS NEG setup refer to 3 19 Event Marker Function page 58 55 FASTCAM SAG SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 17 2 GENERAL OUT Signal Settings Details of the signals output from the GENERAL OUT connector explained in section 3 14 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 Contents Signal Type SYNC POS SYNC POS Outputs a positive polarity TEC level l vertical synchronization signal Positive Polarity SYNC NEG SYNG NEG Outputs a negative pol
31. apter 3 Recording D4 Gamma 0 56 This LUT is 0 56 gamma correction The optimum Gamma for a MAC monitor D5 Gamma 0 56 Gain 2x A LUT of doubled GAIN at Gamma 0 56 D6 Gamma 0 56 Gain 4x A LUT of quadrupled GAIN at Gamma 0 56 40 D7 Gamma 0 45 This LUT is 0 45 gamma correction The optimum Gamma for a video monitor D8 Gamma 0 45 Gain 2x ALUT of doubled GAIN at Gamma 0 45 D9 Gamma 0 45 Gain 4x ALUT of quadrupled GAIN at Gamma 0 45 41 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 10 1 Using a Custom LUT Creating a LUT pattern is done with PFV MA Reference e For the creation method of a LUT pattern refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 3 11 Edge Enhancement Function With the system s edge enhancement setting you can enhance the edges in the recorded image in three steps This can be useful when automated motion analysis is to be used Menu Display Contents OFF Edge enhancement off LEVEL1 Edge enhancement set to weak LEVEL2 Edge enhancement set to medium LEVEL3 Edge enhancement set to strong 3 12 Black Adjust Level ss AAA For this product eight stages to adjust the black level can be set 42 3 13 Partition Memory amp Record Dee The standard system contains 8GB internal memory or a maximum of 32GB of high capacity memory for recording use This recording memory can be
32. arity TTL level l vertical synchronization signal Negative Polarity EXPOSE POS Outputs the image sensor s exposure TTL level l interval at H level Positive Polarity EXPOSE NEG Outputs the image sensor s exposure TTL level l interval at L level Negative Polarity REC POS Outputs an interval signal TTL level REC POS during recording at H level Positive Polarity REC NEG REC NEG Outputs an interval signal TTL level l during recording at L level Negative Polarity TRIG POS Outputs the trigger signal received by the camera at H TTL level l level Positive Polarity TRIG NEG Outputs the trigger signal received by the camera at L TTL level l level Negative Polarity Outputs a signal at H level during the trigger wait state TTL level READY POS READY in START mode Only valid during START Positive Polarit CENTER END and MANUAL modes y Outputs a signal at L level during the trigger wait state READY NEG ENDLESS recording state in CENTER END MANUAL TTL level Only valid during START CENTER END and MANUAL modes Negative Polarity IRIG RESET POS Outputs the camera s internal IRIG reset signal 1PPS TTL level l at H level Positive Polarity Outputs the camera s internal IRIG reset signal 1PPS TTL level IRIG RESET NEG at H level Negative Polarity A them 56 When using as a part of a system verify the characteristics of the output signals before using 3 18 Signal Delay E Wi
33. balance AUTO USER and EDIT USER 37 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 9 Color Enhancement Function Color Models Only Color models feature an image color enhancement setting The image color enhancement level can be adjusted in five steps including the OFF setting 3 10 LUT Look Up Table Operations The LUT Look Up Table refers to a reference table that defines the relationship between the pixel brightness gradation of the original image data taken and the brightness gradation displayed on a computer screen or video monitor The system contains a hardware LUT function and you can display the image data taken with improved contrast light and dark sharpness or make an object in the image stand out by emphasizing a specified gray level range The LUT in the system and the relationship between it and video output and the PC software is explained below 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 38 D1 Gain 1x The input is always linear display This LUT is used for normal conditions D2 Gain 2x The gain is doubled and you can display the dark areas of the image emphasized D3 Gain 4x The gain is quadrupled and you can display the dark areas of the image emphasized This LUT emphasizes the dark portions even more than D2 39 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Ch
34. cording 3 19 Event Marker Function VERI 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 58 3 20 Using USER SW Programmable Switch E There are four switches that can be set on the back of the system Settings for the switches are made from the menu and they can each be assigned a different function The content of each setting is listed in the chart below PFV Setting Explanation OFF Does not assign a function Change Frame Rate Raises the frame rate Change Resolution Lowers the resolution Change Shutter Speed Increases the shutter speed Change Trigger Mode Changes the trigger mode Image Fit Adjusts the size of the image displayed on the video output to fit fully on the display used Status Display Displays the status of camera settings on the video output
35. e available These trigger modes are explained next There are five types of trigger modes which are listed below START CENTER END MANUAL RANDOM RANDOM RESET RANDOM CENTER RANDOM MANUAL TWO STAGES 3 5 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 AA DIT T E 3 5 2 CENTER Mode CENTER mode is a trigger mode where an equal amount of content recorded before and after the trigger is input is saved to memory This mode is suitable for viewing before and after an important instant For example in a situation with a maximum useable memory for two seconds of recording one second before and one second after the trigger was input is recorded for a total of two seconds of high speed video 2048 frames 2 0 sec 1024 frames 1 0 sec 1024 frames 1 0 sec f f AANE TA l A E 30 3 5 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 hig
36. e 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 69 FASTCAM SAG SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 1 3 Options User Option LCD Remote Controller PL Mount Kit B4 Mount Kit 4 Output Trigger Box MCDL Analog Waveform Synchronized Recording Unit Dedicated Carrying Case LCD Monitor Mounting Hardware Accessory Mounting Hardware Spare Power Supply Connector For Custom Cable Creation LAN Connector Dust Proof Cover IDX Battery Cable Application Mount Kit Mechanical shutter 70 71 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 1 4 Frame Rate and Resolution 1 920 1 920 1 920 1 920 1 920 1 920 1 536 1 536 1 536 1 024 50 PAL 60 21 600 30 000 45 000 75 000 The circle indicates a possible setting The green items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate This table is the list of default settings Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting 72 The circ
37. en connecting the system to an existing network do not use IP addresses that are already in use on the network Ell 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 65 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV 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 high speed camera system Caution e When connecting to multiple systems set the IP address of each one to a unique setting 4 1 5 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Initialization When you cannot communicate well with the camera even though you are running PFV the system s control software you may be able to improve the situation by performing the procedure below 1 Of the four USER SW programmable switches on the back of the camera body press and hold USER1 and USER4 for 10 seconds or more 2 The LEDs on the rear of the camera body will illuminate back and forth from left to right and from right to left and inform you that the initialization of the Gigabit Ethernet interface has completed normally 66 Chapter 5 Product Specificat
38. ents from one frame to the maximum of all the recordable frames available 4 frames 4 frames 1 frames 3 frames 1 frames 3 frames Setting the RANDOM MANUAL mode record count Setting the record count in RANDOM MANUAL mode is the same as setting the record count for RANDOM CENTER mode MA Reference e For how to setup of RANDOM Mode refer to 3 5 5 RANDOM Mode page 31 Setting the RANDOM MANUAL mode frame count To use RANDOM MANUAL mode the proportion of frames to record before and after the trigger must be set in advance before recording 34 3 5 9 TWO STAGE Mode TWO STAGES mode is a recording mode which can vary the frame rate during recording For example while continuously recording a shot of a basketball player as shown below unique recording is possible such as recording the scene by raising the time resolution at only the instant of the jump This section explains how recording in this mode works and how to use it 500 FPS 2000 FPS 500 FPS 0 E AE AGE TWO STAGES Mode Concept External Control Signal Input When using TWO STAGES mode first decide on the frame rate with which to record at high speed The low speed portion of the recording frame rate can be set as a proportion 1 2 1 4 or 1 8of the high speed frame rate The timing for the frame rate switch is controlled externally by a TTL signal Use the GENERAL IN connector for the TTL signal input TWO STAGES Mode Operat
39. ernal Time Synchronization 23 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 1 Image Initialization Calibration In order to maximize the high image quality of the system it is necessary to correct the non uniformity in each pixel that is inherent in the image sensor For this product an output correction of each pixel on the image sensor is adopted Therefore a faithful image output can be obtained corresponding to the light input e In order to obtain faithful image output execute calibration when the following settings are changed m When the frame rate is changed m When the shutter speed is changed m When the resolution is changed Also depending on the settings phenomena such as the following may occur m Fixed noise horizontal bands appear m A portion of the screen is clear but noise appears in the area around it These phenomena can be resolved by executing calibration again 3 1 4 Executing Calibration Calibration is executed from the LCD remote controller optional or from PFV BA Reference e For the procedure of performing this function refer to LCD Remote Controller User s Manual or Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 3 1 2 Saving Calibration Settings The black image data for correction use that was obtained by executing the calibration can be saved internally on the system 3 1 3 Loading Calibration Settings Saved black image data for correction can be loaded 3 1 4
40. from right to left and from left to right a number of times MA Reference e For how to initialize of the Gigabit Ethernet interface refer to 4 1 5 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Initialization page 66 11 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 4 Interchangeable Lens Mounts The lens mount on the system can be changed according to the recording application There are five types of interchangeable lens mounts Nikon F Mount C Mount PL Mount optional B4 Mount optional and Lens Mount with Filter Changer Triple Type Single Type optional Moreover for a Nikon F Mount or a C Mount an optional equipment of Mechanical shutter can be selected How to change lens mounts Nikon F Mount gt C Mount 1 Remove the four M5 hexagonal socket bolts with the hexagonal wrench 2 Remove the Nikon F mount portion as a whole unit 3 Attach the C mount unit with the hexagonal socket bolts 4 After attaching the unit always check to make sure it is not loose or rattles Nikon F Mount Standard e When using the C mount or B4 mount clipping may occur around the edge of the video e When a mechanical optional shutter is selected only F mount and C mount can be exchanged 12 Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 6 RS 422 Serial Control The system supports operation with serial control via an RS 422 connection through the KEYPAD connector By setting the STATUS OUT menu to ON the s
41. ftware or things to be careful of when using the software This symbol indicates supplementary items to be aware of l Supplement when using the hardware This symbol indicates the location of a reference MA Reference This symbol indicates a space you to use for making notes ien di i MEM 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 n 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 and a list of items that should be checked before using the system Chapter 3 Recording This chapter explains overview of the function for 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
42. h max digital 6 ch output from the MCDL is sampled synchronized with the image and can be saved The sampling rate is 10 times the frame rate and the timing of the sample is 1 10th of the interval of each frame rate The saved data can be played as a waveform image with the Photron FASTCAM Viewer software e About MCDL IRIG restrictions This applies only to the 32GB model Since there is a large amount of memory for images with the resolution settings specified below there are too many images that can be obtained in total and the analog data for the same amount of frames cannot be saved in the MCDL IRIG save data memory If the resolution is set to these settings MCDL ON or MCDL IRIG ON is not valid even if selected If MCDL ON or MCDL IRIG ON is set when the resolution is lowered to the resolutions specified below the MCDL ON or MCDL IRIG ON setting is cleared Restrictions for 32 GB model only IRIG MCDL 256x32 x 256x64 or more More than 16384 pixels o o Recordable x Not recordable 60 3 22 IRIG Time Code External Time Synchronization E The system supports IRIG B input and can add an IRIG code to each recorded frame The sample timing for the IRIG code is once each frame The recorded IRIG code is displayed on the VIDEO display or with the Photron FASTCAM Viewer software IRIG Code Input Specification Connector BNC Code Format IRIG B 122
43. h 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 hf FIK l E 3 5 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 AAAA IE RR E E EI NI A N f T b 3 5 5 RANDOM Mode RANDOM mode is a trigger mode where each time a trigger is input only a predetermined number of frames are saved to memory For example this function is convenient for a subject which is an irregular and repeated phenomenon which can have a trigger output produced for each cycle or occurrence The number of frames recorded each time the trigger is input can be set as desired in one frame increments from one frame to the maximum of all the recordable frames available 4 frames 4 frames PaE EACK R li atte atte 31 FASTCAM SA6
44. hat can be set at this setting are listed in the column titled 256 Since the frame rate is 1 125 fps with a maximum exposure of 1 1 125 s the shutter speeds are listed below 1 21 600s 1 25 000s 1 30 000s 1 261 000s 1 367 000s Example 3 When created with variable frame rate resolution function When a setting of 10 000 fps and a resolution of 256x32 is created and used the maximum resolution is 256x32 Shutter speeds that can be set at this setting are listed in the column titled 256 Since the frame rate is 10 000 fps with a maximum exposure of 1 10 000 s the shutter speeds are listed below 1 10 000s 1 12 000s 1 15 000s 1 202 000s 1 261 000s 1 367 000s 76 5 1 7 List of Frame Rates Selectable with the VARIABLE Setting Selectable Frame Rate fps 50 1 080 9 000 60 1 125 9 600 72 1 200 10 000 96 1 250 10 800 100 1 350 12 000 120 1 440 12 500 125 1 500 13 500 144 1 600 14 400 150 1 800 15 000 180 1 875 16 000 192 2 000 18 000 200 2 160 20 000 216 2 250 21 600 240 2 400 22 500 250 2 500 24 000 288 2 700 25 000 300 2 880 27 000 360 3 000 28 800 384 3 200 30 000 400 3 375 36 000 432 3 600 37 500 450 3 750 40 000 480 4 000 43 200 500 4 320 45 000 540 4 500 48 000 576 4 800 50 000 600 5 000 54 000 720 5 400 60 000 750 6 000 62 500 800 6 250 67 500 864 6 750 72 000 900 7 200 75 000 960 7 500 1 000 8 000
45. he camera can be operated in two ways via the LCD remote controller optional or by using the PC software over a Gigabit Ethernet connection it can be operated in the desired manner depending on the conditions and the scene The system combines both recording performance and operability to produce a high speed camera thatis easy to use by anyone Use the state of the art technology in the FASTCAM SA6 to slow down and observe high speed phenomena and also as an input component for a dynamic image measurement system The procedures for operating the system are explained in this manual FASTCAM SA6 FASTCAM SA6 RV Chapter 2 Setup 2 1 System Components and Accessories 2 2 Part Names 2 3 Device Connections 3 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 1 System Components and Accessories EE NNN 2 1 1 Components The system s standard components are listed below Remove the components from the packaging and check the system 1 Camera Body One 2 AC Power Supply Unit AC Cable One 3 C Mount Adapter One 4 Hexagonal Lens Mount Adapter Wrench 1 5 mm 2 mm 3 mm 4 each One 5 Lens Mount Cap Body Integrated One 6 I O Cable One 7 FASTCAM Series Setup Disk Driver Application CD One 8 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual This Manual One 9 Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual One 10 Making a Gigabit Ethernet Connection Simple Procedure Manual One 11 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Cable LAN Cable
46. he resolution can be set in 256 horizontal and 32 vertical increments 36 3 8 White Balance Adjustment Color Models Only E On digital video cameras photographing white as pure white is described as having the appropriate white balance On the system s color models 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 independently on this system By adjusting the balance of those three colors to match the light source used the appropriate white balance can be achieved Two methods are available for adjusting the white balance preset and user editable white balance These methods are explained in this section 3 8 1 Using Preset White Balance Color Models Only With the system there are two white balance presets 5100K 3100K for use with common light sources The suggested color temperature for these presets is listed below 5100K Daylight Outdoors 3100K Halogen Light Source 3 8 2 Using User White Balance Color Models Only User white balance can be set in order to achieve the most appropriate white balance for the light source used with the system and the conditions during recording The values set here are stored in the camera body s internal memory as the user preset and they can be loaded by selecting USER There are also two methods for setting user white
47. ically sets the shutter speed to 1 frame s MODE2 Changing the frame rate does not change the shutter speed it maintains the current setting 3 4 2 Setting Dual Slope Shutter function DS SHUTTER is a mode that records the high brightness portion and low brightness portion in one image at the same time by adjusting the light exposure internally in the sensor By using this function when recording a subject with an extremely large difference in the brightness in the image the sensor functions so that it can record at the proper light exposure for both the high brightness and low brightness portions Caution e This function cannot be used with the operations below m When the AUTO EXPOSURE function is used m When the trigger mode is RANDOM RESET e When using the DS SHUTTER function on a color model there are situations where the colors become unbalanced and the color reproducibility degrades The light exposure adjustment can be set from 0 to 95 in 5 increments according to the subject to be recorded a Supplement e The amount of adjustment is expressed as For the strength of the adjustment 0 is no adjustment 95 is the maximum effect 27 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 4 3 AUTO EXPOSURE Operation The system has a function that automatically varies the shutter the sensor s exposure time for the quantity of light input so that it will achieve the desired image output level
48. igger is input For this reason there may be situations where the start time of the first frame when the trigger is input is advanced almost a full frame The range of this overlap also cannot be known On the other hand in RANDOM RESET mode the camera s internal record timing signal is reset by the trigger input and exposure starts anew For this reason the trigger input time and the timing of the start point of the first frame are constant The interval from when the trigger is input until the exposure begins is approximately 0 7 us 32 3 5 7 RANDOM CENTER Mode RANDOM CENTER mode is a trigger mode similar to RANDOM mode where each time a trigger is input only a predetermined number of frames are saved to memory The difference between this mode and RANDOM mode is that in RANDOM mode the number of specified frames are recorded directly after the trigger signal whereas in RANDOM CENTER mode at the timing of the trigger signal the frames before and after the trigger remain in the recording memory For example this function is convenient for a subject which is an irregular and repeated phenomenon which can have a trigger output produced for each cycle or occurrence and you want to check the action before and after the trigger timing The number of frames recorded each time the trigger is input can be set as desired in one frame increments from one frame to the maximum of all the recordable frames available 4 frames 4 frames 2 frame
49. ing However in the unlikely event that it malfunctions due to a manufacturing defect it will be repaired at no charge within the warranty period 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 malfunction contact the dealer where the product was purchased or the nearest Photron office BA Reference e For inquires related to our product refer to 7 1 Contact Information page 88 86 Chapter 7 Contacting Photron T 7 7 1 Contact Information 87 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 7 Contacting Photron 7 1 Contact Information rr 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
50. ing 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 IP Address Setting IP 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 gt 255 255 255 0 GATEWAY ADDRESS gt 0 0 0 0 PORT gt 2000 Fixed not changeable a Supplement e Photron recommends using an STP cable over long distances or in noisy locations MA Reference e For the setting method of IP address for camera system refer to 4 1 2 Setting the IP Address page 65 e For the setting method of control PC refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 64 4 1 1 Connecting the System and a PC Connect the LAN cable to the system as shown below ul ll qq LS X S 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 wh
51. into a single connector the I O port connector and it is possible to connect to and access each type of signal by using the specialized multi connector Use extreme caution as there is a risk of damage to both devices the input device and the Q A signal other than the specified signal must not be input to the various connectors output device PTO2A 16 26P 023 MA Reference e For the signal which can be inputted refer to 3 14 Input Output Signal Types page 44 15 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup Camera body Cable connector Conector j Pin Input conector Name Signal Name No Conector model No model No Pin No i Manufacturer Manufacturer TRIGGER TTL IN A BNC TRIGGER TTL OUT B BNC TRIGGER SW C BNC SYNC IN D BNC GENERAL IN E BNC GENERAL OUT1 F BNC GENERALOUT2 G BNC MCDL CLK H KU aA 5 MCDL CLK J D sub in 4 MCDL SYNC K N N pm MCDL SYNC L Disub 9 pin 2 D sub 9 pin MCDL DATA_B M PTO2A 16 26P 023 PTO2A 16 26S 424 6 I O PORT Amphenol Amphenol D sub 9 pin MCDL DATA_B N 9 MCDL DATA A P des pin MCDL DATA_A R pr pin POWER GND S GENERAL OUT3 T BNC
52. ion Diagram Relationship between GENERAL IN input and the recorded frames when set to x1 4 The trigger operation in TWO STAGES mode is START mode Control of the switching of the low speed high speed frame rate is done by inputting a TTL signal to the GENERAL IN connector There is only one section of high speed recording within the recording time GENGERAL JN Input H High speed setting operation from next frame GENGERAL JN Input L Low speed setting operation from next frame When the polarity is positive 35 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 6 LOW LIGHT Mode ERI The more you increase the frame rate or shutter speed of the camera the less light enters the camera making the displayed image darker Low light mode is a function that temporarily increases the exposure time making the displayed image easier to see to enable you to focus and setup the camera Putting the camera in to the RECORD mode will immediately return the camera to the original frame rate and shutter settings selected 3 7 VARIABLE Setting eee NNN In the recording conditions settings the frame rate and resolution can be set to the desired value following the conditions listed below m FRAMERATE can be set from 100frame rates between 60 fps 50fps for PAL and 75 000 fps W The size and horizontal position of t
53. ions aga aaa 5 1 Specifications 5 2 Dimensions 5 3 Cleaning the Filter 67 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 5 Product Specifications 5 1 Specifications E 5 1 1 Product Specifications Image Sensor CMOS image sensor Sensor Resolution 1 920 x 1 440 pixels Maximum 1 125 fps with full frame resolution Frame Bats Maximum 75 000 fps when at reduced resolution F mount and C mount supplied PL mount optional Lens Mount BL mount optional Lens Mount with Filter Changer Triple Type Single Type optional j Monochrome 12bit Recording Color Depth Color RGB each 12 bit Bayer color filter method Shutter Electronic shutter Recording Method IC memory Recording Memory Capacity 8GB 16GB 32GB START CENTER END MANUAL RANDOM Trigger Method RANDOM RESET RANDOM CENTER RANDOM MANUAL TWO STAGE The system contains a hardware LUT Controllable via keypad or Gain Control software Image Output Customization Customizable LUT with brightness conversion Exetel Synchronization 5 Vp p negative polarity positive polarity switchable Input Signal E y e a 5 Vp p negative polarity positive polarity switchable Trigger Input Signal TTL contact Other Output Signals Other timing signal outputs event marker input External Control Keypad RS 422 external control I F Gigabit Ethernet I F PC NTSC PAL HD SDI SMPTE 292M compliant NTSC mode Vidao Guio
54. izing the System with Other External Devices Frame Rate Synchronized Recording mixed type synchronized recording can be performed with Photron s other high speed cameras except for some older products In particular the FASTCAM SA1 1 FASTCAM SA3 FASTCAM APX RS and FASTCAM MH4 10K are compatible with collective control by the PFV control software 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 camera 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 54 3 17 GENERAL Signal Settings E 3 17 1 GENERAL IN Signal Settings Details of the signals output from the GENERAL OUT connector explained in section 3 14 Input Output Signal Types are shown in the chart below Menu Display Contents Sign
55. lded 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 MA Reference e For operating instructions of Photron FASTCAM Viewer software refer to Photron FASTCAM Viewer User s Manual 21 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup lt MEMO 22 Chapter 3 Recording agama 3 1 Image Initialization Calibration 3 2 Selecting the Frame Rate 3 3 Selecting the Resolution 3 4 Selecting the Shutter Speed 3 5 Selecting the Trigger Mode 3 6 LOW LIGHT Mode 3 7 VARIABLE Setting 3 8 White Balance Adjustment Color Models Only 3 9 Color Enhancement Function Color Models Only 3 10 3 11 3 12 3 13 3 14 3 15 3 16 3 17 3 18 3 19 3 20 3 21 3 22 LUT Look Up Table Operations Edge Enhancement Function Black Adjust Level Partition Memory amp Record Input Output Signal Types Using External Triggers Using External Synchronization Signals GENERAL Signal Settings Signal Delay Event Marker Function Using USER SW Programmable Switch Using MCDL Analog Waveform Synchronized Recording Unit IRIG Time Code Ext
56. le indicates a possible setting The green items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate This table is the list of default settings Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting 73 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual 5 1 5 Chapter 5 Product Specifications Recordable Image Count Resolution Pee ation 8G Model 16G Model 32G Model Rec Frames Rec Frames Rec Frames 1 920x1 440 1 936 3 877 7 761 1 920x1 088 2 562 5 132 10 272 1 920 x 1 080 2 581 5 170 10 348 1 920 x 1 024 2 722 5 453 10 914 1 920 x 800 3 485 6 980 13 970 1 920 x 512 5 445 10 906 21 829 1 536x1080 3 441 6 894 13 798 1 536x512 7 260 14 542 29 105 1 536x480 7 744 15 511 31 046 1 024x1 024 5 445 10 906 21 829 1 024x512 10 890 21 813 43 658 1 024x480 11 616 23 267 46 569 768x448 16 595 33 239 66 527 512x416 26 807 53 694 107 467 512x384 29 041 58 168 116 423 512x288 38 722 77 558 155 230 256x160 139 400 279 210 558 830 256x96 232 334 465 351 931 384 256x64 348 501 698 026 1 397 077 256x32 697 002 1 396 053 2 794 154 Recording Time Rec Frames x 1 frame rate fps 74 5 1 6 Shutter Speed List Horizontal ee 1 920 1 792 1 536 1 280 1 024 768 512 256 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 400 40
57. ly ON CAM POS Synchronizes to a positive polarity signal TTL Level Positive Polarity from the system ON CAM NEG Synchronizes to a negative polarity signal TTL Level Negative Polarity from the system ON OTHERS POS Synchronizes to a positive polarity signal from an external device including other Photron products TTL Level Positive Polarity ON OTHERS NEG Synchronizes to a negative polarity signal from an external device including other Photron products TTL Level Negative Polarity 3 16 2 Outputting an External Synchronization Signal The system can externally output a synchronization signal Output of the external synchronization signal is performed from the GENERAL OUT connector explained in section 2 2 7 See the chart below for external synchronization output settings Menu Display Contents Signal Type I O delay amuont SYNC POS Outputs a positive polarity CMOS 4AC T541 buffer Approx 160nsec vertical synchronization signal output positive polarity SYNC NEG Outputs a negative polarity CMOS 74ACT541 buffer Approx 170nsec vertical synchronization signal output negative polarity 49 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 16 3 Synchronizing Multiple FASTCAM SA6 Systems Multiple Unit Synchronized Recording The system can perform synchronized recording by synchronizing multiple units using external Synchronization inpu
58. ly Connector sssssssssssse eere 2 3 Device Cornnectlons ien eod A licita 2 3 1 Connecting a Video MohllOl i yi 4 i i xyaa klanan kla lak kla eene 2 3 2 Connecting the AC Power Supply aaeenaaae anna eanaa ae eaaa anana anaa ak kk kk 2 3 3 Connecting the LCD Remote Controller Optional 2 3 4 Connecting a PC eene nennen enne nnns Chapter 3 Recording 3 1 Image Initialization Calibration sssn mme 3 1 1 Executing Calibration ana aaa aa aaa ANAA aa gah li ae over Eus 3 1 2 Saving Calibration Sett mgsS Li EEE kk kk 3 1 3 Loading Calibration Settings 3 1 4 Calibration Mode sssseeeeee enm nemen 3 1 5 Mechanical shutter ganged operation Option 3 2 selecting the Frame Rate 2er eet tete Le ae e KAG ARAN Y LAE e Eos 3 3 Selecting the Resolution 4 saanane aa Naga ANANTA KANA NAK NGA AAN A KNA emen 3 39 1 Resolutiombock i 1e ea dese ed eaten 3 4 Selecting the Shutter Speed oe eee eee aaa erent eset GANGGA kk kaka k kk AKA k AA KA AKA 3 4 1 Changing SHUTTER MODE see kk kek anaa kk A kK KAYA 3 4 2 Setting Dual Slope Shutter function 3 4 3 AUTO EXPOSURE Operation 0 0 0 ickE dali k anak emen 3 5 Selecting the Trigger Mode iieri een tnr iaa kla naka k Wana 3 5 1 START Mode ener entretenir kk kk A tnter nn
59. n dec 44 3 14 2 TRIG TTL OUT Connector i lt lt anan Aak ea AKAN ARAK AKAN AGAR A Aah emen 44 3 14 3 TRIG SW IN GONNGGIDI rana lala kaka ll dae 44 3 14 4 SYNC IN Connector saanane eaaa enm an aana aana KK KA KA KA KA 44 3 14 5 GENERAL IN Connector emnes 45 3 14 6 GENERAL OUT 1 2 3 Connector seen 45 3 15 Using External Tigga S esccain irie ane EF ERE IRR denied 46 3 15 1 Inputting an External Trigger Signal eeeene 46 3 15 2 Outputting External Trigger Signals asana arana eaaa nean naen naen aana 48 3 16 Using External Synchronization Signals aana eaaa eaaa eaaa nean nean kek 49 3 16 1 Inputting an External Synchronization Signal 49 3 16 2 Outputting an External Synchronization Signal 49 3 16 3 Synchronizing Multiple FASTCAM SA6 Systems sess 50 Multiple Unit Synchronized Recording se emm 50 3 16 4 Synchronizing the System with Other External Devices 52 Frame Rate Synchronized Recording i kek k kk kk 52 3 16 5 Synchronizing the System with Other Cameras EiuEE 54 Mixed Device Synchronized Recording see 54 3 17 GENERAL Signal Settings sagarwa ea sara aaa gae Dana na naen SUK ARAK eene 55 3 17 1 GENERAL IN Signal Settings
60. n sinn nnn 35 2 CENIER MOd6e uu dannii nhac leaned ane 3 5 8 DA 3 5 4 MANUAL Mode E kk ek anan anaa kk ke kk kk KAK kk KA kk kk A kk kk ener 3 5 5 RANDOM MO de in Ar gada aah derer ra wanaya nek was EID ben yay ned seya dane 3 5 6 RANDOM RESET Mode cece ee anana an kk aana Ek KE KRA KA KA 32 3 5 0 RANDOM CENTER Mode sc coccion nak ERA ANAN EA RE Re RR kak kan ka k 33 3 5 8 RANDOM MANUAL Mode seem emere 34 30 9 TWO STAGE Modes pasaran aana nenn ate 35 3 6 LOW LIGHT MOGG is aa aaa edat a aie 36 9 4 VARIABLE Setting citada dd 36 3 8 White Balance Adjustment Color Models Only sss 37 3 8 1 Using Preset White Balance Color Models Oniy 37 3 8 2 Using User White Balance Color Models Oniy 37 3 9 Color Enhancement Function Color Models Only eese 38 3 10 LUT Look Up Table Operations arasa sana saga en anda NAKENANG GA AKAN mmm 38 3 10 1 Using a Custom LU Tivissa 42 3 11 Edge Enhancement Function sss eene 42 3 12 Black Adjust Level aaa AN nce ed ed k kerka eed eed Mii 42 3 13 Partition Memory amp Record asana eaaa eaaa aana eaaa eene 43 3 14 Input Output Signal Types aana Ek kk ek kk k k kak ka ka k kk KAK 44 93 14 1 TRIG TTL IN Comme ctor asah aaa gga aa agi anan sah na ana e
61. ner which will exceed the rating of the power outlet or wiring equipment used Exceeding the power rating might cause a fire from excessive heat m Do not insert metallic objects inside or pour liquids such as water on the system Doing so can cause fire electric shock or malfunction from short circuit or heat m Do not disassemble or modify the system There are high voltages inside the system that can cause electric shock m Do not plug in or unplug the power cord with wet hands Doing so can cause electric shock m Not fully plugging in the power cable can cause fire from electric shock or heat m When something is wrong with the system unplug the power cable immediately When a foreign substance or liquid such as metal or water gets inside When the outer case is broken or damaged such as from a fall When the system produces smoke a strange smell or strange sound Using the system in these conditions might cause a fire or electric shock 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 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 Do not place
62. o shock outside of specifications 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 Body The system has monochrome and color models and for each of those models there are three types standard 8GB of memory and 16GB and 32GB large capacity types You can select from these models according to the desired application when purchasing The camera body contains IC memory for recording images and has been designed with the capability to save high speed images as uncompressed digital data The camera body has HD SDl video output connectors that can playback recorded images on a video monitor a Gigabit Ethernet interface to connect to a PC to fully control the camera or download data various I O input output connectors for external synchronization trigger signals and an interface to record IRIG GPS time code MCDL analog waveform el dd de bl de de de ah LL Apperance Rear FASTCAM SA6 Apperance Rear FASTCAM SA6 RV 7 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 2 Setup 2 2 2 Camera Body Part Names FASTCAM SA6 F Mount Front Duct filter POWER SW Power Supply Switch Gigabit ETHER Gigabit Ethernet LAN Cable Connector DC18 36V 100VA Power Supply Connector
63. pprox 24 usec TTL SW SOFT all TRIG pulse output For TRIG TTL IN TRIG NEG CMOS 74ACT541 buffer output approx 100nsec Negative Polarity NA sree TRIG TTL IN th h output rough outpu LE CMOS 74ACT541 buffer output POS B i Positive Polarity For TRIG TTL IN TRIG TTL IN through output approx 50nsec TILIN TARU CMOS 74ACT541 buffer output NEG Negative Polarity TTL SW SOFT all TRIG pulse output TRIGPOS CMOS 74ACT541 buffer output For TRIG SWIN Positive Polarity approx 24usec GENERAL OUT For TRIG TTL IN TTL SW SOFT all TRIG pulse output GENERAL IN TRIG NEG CMOS 74ACT541 buffer output approx 100nsec Negative Polarity 48 3 16 Using External Synchronization Signals E An external synchronization mode to synchronize to an external signal is provided on the system By using an external synchronization signal recording can be conducted using multiple cameras to synchronize the timing of the shots or to also synchronize the shots with external measuring devices and lighting The procedure and precautions for using the external synchronization signal are explained below 3 16 1 Inputting an External Synchronization Signal An external synchronization signal can be input with the system See the chart below for external synchronization input settings Menu Display Contents Signal Input Signal Conditions OFF Turns external synchronization off none operates independent
64. r 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 14 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 44 3 14 5 GENERAL IN Connector 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 3 14 6 GENERAL OUT 1 2 3 Connector POS positive polarity NEG negative polarity SYNC POS NEG Outputs a vertical synchronization signal Outputs the camera s exposure period signal 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 EXPOSE POS NEG 45 FASTCAM SAG SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 1
65. s 2 frames 2 frames 2 trames Setting the RANDOM CENTER mode frame count Setting the frame count in RANDOM CENTER mode is the same as setting the frame count for RANDOM mode MA Reference e For how to setup of RANDOM Mode refer to 3 5 5 RANDOM Mode page 31 Setting the RANDOM CENTER mode record count The number of trigger inputs that can be accepted in RANDOM CENTER mode is a maximum of 10 Set the number of trigger inputs in advance and the recording operation can be ended when that amount of trigger inputs is finished 33 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 5 8 RANDOM MANUAL Mode RANDOM MANUAL mode is a trigger mode similar to RANDOM mode where each time a trigger is input only a predetermined number of frames are saved to memory The difference between this mode and RANDOM mode is that in RANDOM mode the number of specified frames are recorded directly after the trigger input whereas in RANDOM MANUAL mode at the timing of the trigger input the frames before and after the trigger each specified as desired remain in the recording memory For example this function is convenient for a subject which is an irregular and repeated phenomenon which can have a trigger output produced for each cycle or occurrence and you want to check the action before and after the trigger timing The number of frames recorded each time the trigger is input can be set as desired in one frame increm
66. s Selectable with the VARIABLE Setting 5 2 Dimensions aaa Ek kk eene e ener ennt nennt KE KA KK nnns KA KA kK nnne 5 2 1 Camera BO s eer tmd erc din Lex pel e E 5 2 2 LCD Remote Controller Optional 5 2 8 AC Power Supply Adapter kk e 5 3 Cleaning tlie Filt r LL lr ak l cin a EE Ped kak Pe EA EA BE EA Chapter 6 Warranty About the Warranty u kek k kk nenne nnnm KA KAKA A KAK AK KA KA KA KA KA KA 6 1 Chapter 7 7 1 Contacting Photron Contact InfoMine 67 68 68 69 70 72 74 75 77 78 78 80 83 84 85 86 87 Chapter 1 Overview nn OOo 1 1 Product Overview and Features 1 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 1 Overview 1 1 Product Overview and Features ss The FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV is a powerful engineering tool for use in research and development design production and quality control and in numerous fields such as science medicine biology aviation and space As for recording performance the system can record at a maximum resolution of 1 920x1 440 pixels 1 125 fps at the full frame resolution and 1 500 fps at the full high definition resolution of 1 920x1 080 pixels With this system you can capture various high speed phenomena at unprecedented high resolution video Not only high resolution video the camera also features outstanding recording performance in the high speed range with a maximum frame rate of 75 000 fps Since t
67. t output CAMERA No 2 CAMERA No 1 DAWE MASTER BNC Cable Synchronized recording settings using the system are made with the 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 _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 m For PFV Standard 1 Verify that the camera mode is in LIVE mode the image displayed is passed through from the camera If the system is in a mode other than LIVE mode check Live on the camera control panel 2 Select I O on the left tree from Camera Option on the camera control panel 3 Set GENERAL OUT1 W Forthe LCD Remote Controller Optional 1 Press the LCD remote controllers MENU key and the menu list is displayed 2 Select GENERAL OUT1 from the SYNC IN OUT submenu with the LCD remote controller s ARROW keys and press the ENTER key 3 From the menu select the signal to output from the master camera s GENERAL OUT1 connector Move the cursor to the SYNC POS item with the ARROW keys and press
68. th the system you can set the signal delay time or pulsewidth for the various signals that are input and output Pulse width and delay settings for the various signals to input output are made with PFV or the LCD remote controller optional The content of each setting is listed in the chart below Setting Item Setting Range Value TRIG TTL IN DELAY 0 60 s 100 ns units SYNC IN DELAY 0 1 frame rate s 100 ns units GENERAL IN DELAY TRIG OUT WIDTH SYNC OUT DELAY 0 60 s 100 ns units 0 1 ms 100 ns units 0 1 frame rate s 100 ns units SYNC OUT WIDTH 0 500 us 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 SYNC OUT TIMES Outputs SYNC vertical synchronization signal from SYNC OUT that is X times SYNC However when the frame rate is set to 60 000 fps or higher x30cannot be set 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 1000 fps SYNC OUT TIMES setting of 4 1 000 fps Synchronization Signal SYNC OUT Output e An accurate frequency is output but when SYNC OUT TIMES is set to a large value with a high frame rate the setting may result in frequency errors 57 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Re
69. the ENTER key to select 50 4 The master camera is set to output a positive polarity vertical synchronization signal from its GENERAL OUT1 connector 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 W 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 W Forthe LCD Remote Controller Optional 1 Input the slave camera s synchronization Connect the slave camera s SYNC IN connector with the master camera s GENERAL OUT1 connector using a BNC cable When the synchronization signal is input to the SYNC IN connector the SYNC IN LED yellow on the rear of the slave camera illuminates 2 Setthe 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 camera has positive polari
70. 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 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 This 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 than 60 C Also prevent condensation from forming during shipment A cieaning of the Image Sensor Surface Electrostatic Discharge ESD events may cause immediate and unrecoverable damage to the image sensor Please read the following instructions and take EXTREME CARE when cleaning the image sensor surface m ALWAYS take appropriate anti static precautions when cleaning or working near the Image sensor m DO NOT use any form of cleaning equipment using electrostatic or charged fiber technology m Please discharge any electrostatic build up in
71. ty POSITIVE therefore it is necessary to make the setting on the slave camera controller the same positive polarity POSITIVE Move the cursor to the ON CAM POS item with the ARROW keys and press the ENTER key to select e If steps 2 to 4 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 51 FASTCAM SA6 SA6 RV Hardware Manual Chapter 3 Recording 3 16 4 Synchronizing the System with Other External Devices Frame Rate Synchronized Recording With the system in addition to the frame rate preset in the system a function has been provided where you can receive a synchronization signal externally set the frame rate to that frequency and record In this way for example the system can be synchronized with a dynamic body that spins at 1 350 revolutions a second to conduct high speed recording at 1 350 fps This can open up broad applications that were unavailable until now Conceptual Diagram of External Synchronized Recording 1350Hz Sync Pulse Generator e When conducting frame rate synchronization recording with the system the signal that can be input must meet the following conditions m TTL level positive polarity or negative polarity m 60 Hz 50 Hz for PAL to 75 000 Hz System Settings Frame rate synchronization signal settings on the system are made with the LC
72. u Siene wse 30p 29 97p 24p 23 98p 24p sF PAL mode 50i 25p 24p 23 98p 24p sF 23 98p sF With digital zoom scroll fit functions 68 5 1 2 General Specifications Environment Conditions Strage Temperature 20 C 60 C No Condensation Strage Humidity Below 85 No Condensation 0 40 C No Condensation Guaranteed SA6 Operating Temperature SA6 RV 0 45 C No Condensation Guaranteed Operating Humidity Below 85 No Condensation Dimensions SA6 165 H x 153 W x 250 D mm Without Projections Camera Body SA6 RV 165 H x 183 W x 250 D mm Without Projections AC Power Suppy Unit 49 7 H x 82 W x 207 6 D mm Without Projections LCD Remote Controller 249 85 H x 150 4 W x 28 3 D mm Without Projections AC Power Supply Power Supply Voltage 100V 240V Up to 125V for A type cable Power Supply FVoltage 50Hz 60Hz Power Consumption 100VA DC Power Supply Power Supply Voltage 18V 36V Power Consumption 100VA Weight SA6 6 9kg Camera Body SA6 RV 8 5kg AC Power Suppy Unit 970g LCD Remote Controller Option 1 31 kg No Handle Photron has verified two types of AC cables type A standard for Japan USA Canada etc and type SE standard for Germany France etc However when those cables cannot properly receive power when plugged in us
73. ystem status can be output via the serial connection For details check the command list Serial control commands are available as separate list of commands Please contact Photron or the dealer where the system was purchased regarding the command list A cable is not offered as an accessory When using RS 422 control construct a cable using the pin diagram below for reference KEYPAD PinDiagram PT02A 12 108 023 Camera Body Cable Connector Connector Pin Input Signal Name onnector Model Name Model Name Name No Connector Manufacturer Manufacturer 12V OUT A SIGNAL GND B RXD C RXD D KEDAH TRIGGER SW E PT02A 12 10S 023 PTO6A 12 10P 023 Not TXD F Amphenol Amphenol Specified TXD G POWER GND H VBS GND J VBS K 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 14 MA Reference e For inquires related to our product refer to 7 1 Contact Information page 88 2 2 7 I O Port Connector By inputting an external trigger or synchronization signal and by outputting exposure timing or synchronization signal these signals can be used as a part of the system The input output signal connectors on the system have been bundled

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