Hamamatsu Photonics C11440-22C User manual

93200301-04
Digital Camera
C11440-22C
Instruction manual
Thank you for your purchase
CAUTION
• Follow the safety precautions in Chapter 1 in order to avoid personal
injury and damage to property when using this camera. Be sure to read
this Instruction manual beforehand in order to use the digital camera
correctly. The manual describes the correct method of handing the
camera and provides cautions in order to avoid accidents.
• After reading, keep the manual where it can be referred to at any time.
Ver.1.4
July 2012
HAMAMATSU PHOTONICS K.K.

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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1-1 INDICATION OF THE SYMBOLS
The following symbols can be found on this camera:
Direct current
Alternating current
1-2 CLASSIFICATION OF WARNING
We have classified the warnings symbols that appear in this instruction manual and on the
camera as follows for your convenience. Make sure that you fully understand them and obey
the instructions they contain.
WARNING
Improper handling of the camera without observing these
warnings could lead to serious injury to the user and even death.
CAUTION
Improper handling of the camera without observing these
cautions could lead to personal injury to the user or damage to
property.
Note
This symbol indicates a note to help you get the best performance from the camera.
Read the contents of the note carefully to ensure correct and safe use. Failure to
observe one of these notes might impair the performance of the camera.
This symbol indicates a cautionary item that should be obeyed when handling the
camera. Read the contents carefully to ensure correct and safe use.
This symbol indicates an action that is forbidden. Read the contents carefully and be
sure to obey them.
This symbol indicates a compulsory action or instruction. Read the contents carefully
and be sure to obey them.

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WARNING
Power supply
Use the camera with the voltage indicated on the rating sticker. Using a
different voltage can damage the camera and lead to fire or electric shock.
Cables
Be careful not to place heavy objects on cables or bend it excessively.
Doing so can damage the cable and lead to fire or electric shock.
Power supply cord
Use the accessory of the AC adaptor when this camera is used.
Do not touch the plug with wet hand. Doing so can lead to electric shock.
Do not attempt to dismantle or modify the camera
Doing so can also lead to damage and even injury, as some internal
components become very hot. Only touch parts as indicated in this
manual.
Do not insert a foreign substance into the camera
Do not allow foreign objects such as combustible substances, metal
objects or water to get inside the camera. They can damage the camera
and lead to fire or electric shock.
If an abnormality occurs
Such as the image suddenly disappearing or a strange noise, smell or see
smoke coming from the camera, stop the power supply immediately and
contact Hamamatsu subsidiary or local distributor. Never attempt to repair
the camera yourself.

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CAUTION
AC adaptor
When unplugging the AC adaptor, always pull by the plug, not the cord.
Doing so can lead to fire or electric shock.
Remove the AC adaptor from the outlet when not using the camera for long
periods of time. Doing so can damage the cable and lead to fire or electric
shock.
Connecting and disconnecting cables
Always turn off the power supply of the peripheral device before
connecting and disconnecting cables.
Fixed the camera
When fitting the camera to a tripod or other fixture, use the optional base
plate. Be careful that the fitting screw does not enter more than 8 mm from
the surface of the base plate. Screwing it in excessively can impair normal
operation.
Lenses
Be careful not to screw the lens more than 7 mm onto the C-mount of the
camera. Doing so can scratch the protective glass. (Some wide-angle
lenses in particular can have a thread of 7 mm or more.)
Shipping precautions
When transporting the camera by truck, ship, airplane, etc., wrap it
securely in packaging material or something similar.
Strong impact
Do not subject the camera to strong shocks by dropping it, for example.
Doing so can damage the camera.
At the water cooling
Be careful water does not splash on the camera. Cut off the power supply
of the circulating water cooler and the camera when you remove and install
the cooling water hoses.
Operating environment
This system is designed and tested for use in an industrial environment. If
this system is used in residential areas, EMI (electro-magnetic
interference) may occur. This system must not be used in residential
areas.

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CAUTION
Disposal
When disposing of the camera, take appropriate measures in compliance
with applicable regulations regarding waste disposal and correctly
dispose of it yourself, or entrust disposal to a licensed industrial waste
disposal company. In any case, be sure to comply with the regulations in
your country, state, region or province to ensure the camera is disposed of
legally and correctly.
Cooling water
It is recommended to use soft water (except deionized water) for cooling
water. Follow instruction manual which is attached to your circulating
water cooler for an appropriate temperature range of cooling water. If you
plan on using water other than soft water as recommended for example
antifreeze etc, please refer to description of cooling water which is written
in 12. [Maintenance] or contact Hamamatsu subsidiary or local distributor.
Condensation
At the Water-cooling, if ambient temperature and ambient humidity
become high, condensation will take place easily. Use the camera under
the environment where condensation will not take place referring to the
following graph.

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2. CHECK THE CONTENTS OF PACKAGE
When you open the package, check that the following items are included before use. If the
contents are incorrect, insufficient or damaged in any way, contact your local dealer without
attempting to operate the camera.
C11440-22C camera 1
AC adaptor 1
Power supply cord for AC adaptor 1
Lens mount cap (attached to the camera) 1
C11440-22C Before Use (This Booklet) 1
C11440-22C Instruction manual (CD-ROM) 1
[Option]
Circulating water cooler C3142-07
Cooling water hose (2 hoses) A10788-04
External trigger cable for SMA-BNC A12106-05
External trigger cable for SMA-SMA A12107-05
CameraLink interface cable A11255-05
Adjuster pole A11185-01
Base plate A11186-01
CameraLink interface board M9982-20
Note
• The cable listed in option is highly recommended for use with the camera. The camera
system may not confirm to CE marking regulation if other type of cable is used with.
Note
• The cooling is set as air cooling at factory setting.
It is possible to change the cooling setting from Air cooling to Water cooing by the special
software included.
• Handle the circulating water cooler and the cooling water according to an instruction
manual of the circulating water cooler.
Note
• If you use the adjuster pole and the base plate, see each installation manual.

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3. INSTALLATION
Avoid using or storing this camera in the following places
• Where the ambient temperature might fall below 0 °C or rise above 40 °C
• Where the temperature varies extremely
• In direct sunlight or near a heater
• Where there is dripping water
• Close to a strong source of magnetism or radio waves
• Where there is vibration
• Where it might come into contact with corrosive gases (such as chlorine or
fluorine)
• Where there is a lot of dust
How to place the camera (when the camera is placed on a table)
Place the camera the water connectors to be lateral side.
Do not place the camera the rear panel of the camera, which connectors
are located, to be at the bottom. (Do not block ventilation openings.)
Do not block ventilation openings
To prevent overheating in the camera’s interior, do not wrap the camera
in cloth or other material, or in any way allow the camera’s ventilation
ports to become blocked. If the camera is being operated in an enclosed
environment, ensure clearance of at least 2 cm from both the intake and
exhaust vents when setting up.
Weight of the camera
Be careful not to drop off the camera or not drop underfoot when
making it move because it is approx. 2 kg.

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Co on nt te en nt ts s
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................................................................ 1
1-1 INDICATION OF THE SYMBOLS.......................................................................1
1-2 CLASSIFICATION OF WARNING ......................................................................1
2. CHECK THE CONTENTS OF PACKAGE................................................... 5
3. INSTALLATION........................................................................................... 6
4. OVERVIEW.................................................................................................. 9
5. FEATURES................................................................................................ 10
6. NAME AND FUNCTION OF THE PARTS................................................. 12
7. CONNECTION........................................................................................... 14
7-1 CONNECTING OF CABLES.............................................................................14
8. WATER COOLING.................................................................................... 16
8-1 CAUTIONS........................................................................................................16
8-2 CONNECTION OF WATER COOLING HOSES................................................18
8-3 DISCONNECTION OF WATER COOLING HOSES..........................................19
9. OPERATION.............................................................................................. 20
9-1 PRECAUTIONS.................................................................................................20
9-2 PREPARATION FOR IMAGING........................................................................21
9-2-1 WHEN USING AIR-COOLING.............................................................................................. 21
9-2-2 WHEN USING WATER-COOLING....................................................................................... 21
9-3 END OF IMAGING.............................................................................................21
10. DESCRIPTION OF VARIOUS FUNCTIONS ............................................. 22
10-1 THEORY OF CMOS IMAGE SENSOR .............................................................22
10-2 READOUT METHOD (SCAN MODE) ...............................................................24
10-3 CONFIGURING EXPOSURE TIME...................................................................25
10-4 FREE RUNNING MODE....................................................................................26
10-4-1 NORMAL READOUT MODE ................................................................................................ 26
10-4-2 ELECTRICAL SHUTTER MODE.......................................................................................... 26
10-5 EXTERNAL CONTROL MODE.........................................................................27
10-5-1 EDGE TRIGGER MODE ...................................................................................................... 27
10-5-2 LEVEL TRIGGER MODE ..................................................................................................... 28
10-5-3 SYNCHRONOUS READOUT TRIGGER MODE.................................................................. 29
10-5-4 START TRIGGER MODE ..................................................................................................... 30
10-5-5 EXTERNAL TRIGGER DELAY FUNCTION.......................................................................... 30
10-6 TRIGGER OUTPUT...........................................................................................31
10-6-1 GLOBAL EXPOSURE TIMING OUTPUT ............................................................................. 31
10-6-2 PROGRAMMABLE TIMING OUTPUT.................................................................................. 31
10-6-3 TRIGGER READY OUTPUT ................................................................................................ 31
10-7 REAL-TIME CORRECTION FUNCTIONS ........................................................32
11. PRECAUTION WHEN USING FL-400....................................................... 33
12. MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................ 34
12-1 CARE.................................................................................................................34

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12-2 INFORMATION ON COOLING WATER FOR THE CIRCULATING WATER
COOLER.....................................................................................................................35
12-2-1 WHEN USING COOLING WATER OTHER THAN RECOMMENDED ................................. 35
13. TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST......................................................... 36
13-1 IMAGE IS NOT TRANSFERRED......................................................................36
13-2 ALTHOUGH IMAGES ARE TRANSFFERED ...................................................36
14. SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................... 37
14-1 CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................37
14-2 CONDENSATION..............................................................................................39
14-3 SPECTRAL RESPONSE CHARACTERISTICS ...............................................39
14-4 INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................40
14-4-1 CAMERALINK INTERFACE ................................................................................................. 40
14-4-2 OUTPUT TIMING SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................... 43
15. DIMENSIONAL OUTLINES....................................................................... 47
16. WARRANTY.............................................................................................. 48
17. CONTACT INFORMATION....................................................................... 49