Photron FASTCAM Mini WX50 User manual

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•Product specifications and manual contents can change without advanced notification.
•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.
•PHOTRON LIMITED bears no responsibility for the results of using the product or from following the instructions in this manual.
WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.
CAUTION:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
Use the appropriate parts designated in the manual to prevent EMC interference.

Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of Photron’s high-speed camera system, the “FASTCAM Mini WX50/100”
(referred to below as the system).
This manual contains the operating instructions and warnings necessary for using the system.
Before using the system, please read the entire manual.
If any part of this manual is unclear, contact Photron using the contact information printed at the back of the
manual.
After you finish reading the manual, store it in a safe place along with the warranty card and refer back to it
when necessary.
Manual Notation
The following icons and symbols are used in the explanations in this manual.
Icon/Symbol Description
This symbol indicates content that should always be read.
This symbol indicates instructions that should always be
followed when using the software, or things to be careful of
when using the software.
This symbol indicates supplementary items to be aware of
when using the system.
This symbol indicates the location of a reference.
This symbol indicates a space for you to make notes.
""This symbol is used to indicate the names of items on a
screen, references, dialog names, and connectors.
[ ] This symbol is used to indicate menu names, and sub-menu
names.

Using the Manual
This section explains the layout of the manual.
Introduction
The introduction explains the manual and safety precautions.
Chapter. 1 Overview
This chapter gives an overview of the system and an explanation of its features.
Chapter. 2 Setup
This chapter gives an overview of the components that make up the system.
Please also refer to “Photron FASTCAM Viewer User’s Manual” for the details of operation by PC.
Chapter. 3 Functions
This chapter explains about the system’s functions.
Chapter. 4 Reset of Gigabit Ethernet IF's IP address and Factory Default
This chapter explains the procedure of resetting the system when the system does not work correctly.
Chapter. 5 Product Specifications
This chapter explains the system’s specifications.
Chapter. 6 Warranty
This chapter explains about the warranty.
Chapter. 7 Contacting Photron
This chapter lists the contact information to use when contacting Photron if the system malfunctions or if
a portion of the manual is unclear.

Using the System Safely and Correctly
In order to prevent injury to yourself and others, and to prevent damage to property, carefully observe the
following safety precautions.
Photron has given its full attention to the safety of this system. However, the extent of damage and injury
potentially caused by ignoring the content of the safety precautions and using the system incorrectly is
explained next. Please pay careful attention to the content of the safety precautions when using the
system.
This symbol indicates actions that carry the risk that a person could receive a
serious injury.
This symbol indicates actions that carry the risk that a person could receive a
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.
This symbol indicates actions that are prohibited and must be avoided.
This symbol indicates actions that must always be performed.
Caution
Warning

■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.
■Do not use the system in a manner which will exceed the rating of the power
outlet or wiring equipment used.
Exceeding the power rating might cause a fire from excessive heat.
■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.
■Do not disassemble or modify the system.
There are high voltages inside the system that can cause electric shock.
■Do not plug in or unplug the power cord with wet hands.
Doing so can cause electric shock.
■This chapter lists the contact information to use when contacting Photron if the
system malfunctions or if a portion of the manual is unclear.
Not fully plugging in the power cable can cause fire from electric shock or heat.
■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.
Warning

■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.
■Please consult us in advance when you perform an event by which laser light or direct rays
fall on the image sensor surface.
■Do not set the system in a location where the temperature gets unusually hot.
The trunk and inside of a car can get especially hot in summer.
Doing so can cause the outer case and internal components to deteriorate or cause a fire.
■Do not place the system in a location prone to oily smoke or steam, or in a location with
a lot of humidity or dust.
Oil, moisture, and dust conduct electricity, which can cause a fire or electric shock.
■Ambient temperature 0-40° C, humidity 85% RH or lower, maximum altitude 2,000m
or lower.
In addition, if exceeding these limits, use in a condensation-free environment.
Doing so can cause malfunction.
■Do not store the equipment in a location where the temperature goes below -20°C
or higher than 60°C. Also, prevent condensation from forming during shipment
■This device is for indoor use, do not use it outdoors.
Do not use in a location that has dust.
■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
Caution

Electro-Static 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.
■ALWAYS take appropriate anti-static precautions when cleaning or working near the
Image sensor.
■DO NOT use any form of cleaningequipment using electrostatic or ‘charged fiber’technology.
■Please discharge any electrostatic build up in your body by touching a grounded metallic
Surface before working near the camera sensor.
■Very gently, use only clean and dry air to remove dust from surface of the image sensor.
■To remove stubborn contamination use the highest grade (e.g. VLSI grade) pure
Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) with optical wipes of ‘clean room’grade.
■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.)
Cleaning of the Image Sensor Surface

Table of Contents
Chapter. 1 Overview 1
1.1. Product Overview and Features ..............................................................................2
1.2. System Components and Accessories....................................................................3
1.2.1. Components................................................................................................3
1.2.2. Accessories/Options ...................................................................................5
1.2.3. Type ............................................................................................................6
1.3. Part Names..............................................................................................................7
1.3.1. Camera Body..............................................................................................7
1.3.2. Camera Body Part Names..........................................................................8
1.3.3. Status Display LEDs on the Rear of the Camera Body..............................9
1.3.4. Interchangeable Lens Mounts...................................................................11
1.3.5. Power Supply Connector ..........................................................................12
Chapter. 2 Setup 15
2.1. Connecting the system ..........................................................................................16
2.1.1. Connection................................................................................................16
2.1.2. Connecting the AC Power Supply.............................................................17
2.2. Connecting the Gigabit Ethernet Interface to a PC ...............................................18
2.2.1. Connecting a PC.......................................................................................19
2.3. Installing PFV.........................................................................................................20
2.4. PC Setup................................................................................................................23
2.4.1. IP address setup for PC............................................................................23
2.4.2. Windows Firewall Setup............................................................................25
2.4.3. Connections of PC and multiple systems.................................................27
2.4.4. Simultaneous Replay/Record Function ....................................................27
Chapter. 3 Functions 29
3.1. What PFV Does.....................................................................................................30
3.2. Image Initialization (Calibration) ............................................................................31
3.2.1. Executing Calibration................................................................................31
3.2.2. About the Mechanical shutter ..................................................................32
3.3. Selecting the Frame Rate......................................................................................33
3.4. Selecting the Resolution........................................................................................34
3.4.1. Resolution Lock ........................................................................................34
3.5. Selecting the Shutter Speed..................................................................................35
3.6. Dual Slope Shutter.................................................................................................36
3.7. Selecting the Trigger Mode....................................................................................37
3.7.1. START Mode.............................................................................................37
3.7.2. CENTER Mode .........................................................................................37
3.7.3. END Mode.................................................................................................38
3.7.4. MANUAL Mode .........................................................................................38
3.7.5. RANDOM Mode........................................................................................38

3.7.6. RANDOM RESET Mode...........................................................................39
3.8. LOW LIGHT Mode.................................................................................................40
3.9. VARIABLE Setting .................................................................................................40
3.10. White Balance Adjustment (Color Models Only)....................................................41
3.10.1. Using Preset White Balance.....................................................................41
3.10.2. Using User White Balance........................................................................41
3.11. Color Enhancement Function (Color Models Only)...............................................42
3.12. Edge Enhancement Function ................................................................................42
3.13. Partition Memory & Record....................................................................................42
3.14. Input / Output Signal Types ...................................................................................43
3.14.1. TRIG SW IN Connector ............................................................................44
3.14.2. IRIG IN Connector ....................................................................................44
3.14.3. INPUT(1,2) Connector ..............................................................................44
3.14.4. OUTPUT (1, 2) Connector ........................................................................45
3.15. Using External Triggers .........................................................................................46
3.15.1. Inputting an External Trigger Signal..........................................................46
3.15.2. Outputting External Trigger Signals..........................................................48
3.16. Using External Synchronization Signals................................................................49
3.16.1. Inputting an External Synchronization Signal...........................................49
3.16.2. Outputting an External Synchronization Signal ........................................49
3.16.3. Synchronization with a variable frequency ...............................................49
3.16.4. Synchronizing Multiple FASTCAM Mini WX50/100 Systems ...................50
(Multiple Unit Synchronized Recording)..................................................................50
3.16.5. Synchronizing the System with Other External Devices...........................52
(Frame Rate Synchronized Recording)...................................................................52
3.16.6. Synchronizing the System with Other Cameras.......................................54
(Mixed Device Synchronized Recording) ................................................................54
3.17. INPUT / OUTPUT Signal Settings .........................................................................55
3.17.1. INPUT Signal Settings ..............................................................................55
3.17.2. OUTPUT Signal Settings ..........................................................................56
3.18. Signal Delay...........................................................................................................57
3.19. Event Marker Function...........................................................................................58
3.20. IRIG Time Code (External Time Synchronization).................................................59
3.21. Direct Trigger / Direct Start Mode..........................................................................60
3.22. Fan Controll ...........................................................................................................60
Chapter. 4 Reset of Gigabit Ethernet IF's IP address and Factory Default 62
4.1. Reset of Gigabit Ethernet IF's IP address and Factory Default.............................63
4.1.1. Camera IP Address Initialization...............................................................63
4.1.2. Reset to the Factory Default.....................................................................63
Chapter. 5 Product Specifications 64
5.1. Specifications.........................................................................................................65
5.1.1. Product Specifications ..............................................................................65
5.1.2. General Specifications..............................................................................66
5.1.3. AC / DC Adaptor .......................................................................................66

5.1.4. Options......................................................................................................67
5.1.5. Frame Rate and Resolution......................................................................69
5.1.6. Shutter Speed List ....................................................................................75
5.1.7. Recordable Image Count/Resolution........................................................76
5.1.8. Recordable Times/Resolution...................................................................78
5.2. Dimensions............................................................................................................80
5.2.1. Camera Body............................................................................................80
5.2.2. AC Power Supply Unit ..............................................................................82
Chapter. 6 Warranty 84
6.1. About the Warranty................................................................................................85
Chapter. 7 Contacting Photron 86
7.1. Contact Information................................................................................................87

Chapter. 1 Overview
1.1. Product Overview and Features
1.2. System Components and Accessories
1.3. Part Names
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1.1. Product Overview and Features
The FASTCAM Mini WX50/100 has superior recording performance (the system can record at a
maximum resolution of 2,048x2,048 pixels, 1,080 fps at the full frame resolution, and 2,000 fps at the
full high definition resolution of 1,920x1,080 pixels. ) in a lightweight, compact design of only 1.6kg
(3.5lbs).
The superior portability and recording performance is very useful in numerous fields for multiple
purposes, the collision safety test in the automotivemarket, various components test, or PIV systems
in academic field, image analyses such as DIC.
The small body has impact performance of up to 100G, not only has in/out signal connectors for
triggering and synchronization with other equipment , but also a Gigabit Ethernet connection that
allows high speed data transportation andsystem control from a PC. The FASTCAM Mini WX50/100
fits various image analysis and image processing applications to simplify your workflow.
Use this “state-of-the-art technology in a small body” for any dynamic image measurement purpose.
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1.2. System Components and Accessories
1.2.1. Components
The system’s standard components are listed below. Remove the components from the packaging
and check them.
1. Camera Body (with G type F mount) One
2. AC Power Supply Unit One
3. AC Cable One
4. C-mount One
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5. Gigabit Ethernet Interface Cable (LAN Cable) One
6. DC Cable One
7. Hexagonal Wrench for Changing Lens Mounts
(1.5 mm, 4 mm) One each
8. Lens Mount Cap (built into the camera body) One
9. FASTCAM Series Setup Disk (Driver/Application DVD) One
•This system does not include a lens.
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1.2.2. Accessories/Options
The following options are available for the system.
1. Dedicated Carrying Case
2. DAQ option
3. Movie analysis software
4. High-G Brackets (High-G Lens Brackets)
5. M42 Lens Mount
•If you want to use the High-G Lens Bracket option, it requires specific C mount lenses (Focal length:
f8, f12.5, f16). Please contact us for details and fixing method.
•Lenses, lamps and other kinds of options are available. Please contact our sales representative or
distributors. Please refer to “7.1.Contact Information 87page”.
High-G Lens Bracket Installation Example
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1.2.3. Type
For the FASTCAM Mini WX50/100 system, there are monochrome and color versions, for each of
these versions, there are 4 GB standard memory capacity type and 8 GB (or 16GB) high capacity
type. When purchasing, it is possible to select from these models according to the application or
your demands.
The Types are listed below.
Max.
Frame Rate
Full Frame
Max.
Frame Rate
Sensor Type Memo
ry Type Name
80,000fps 1,080fps
Color
4GB
FASTCAM Mini WX100 type 80KC – 4GB
8GB
FASTCAM Mini WX100 type 80KC – 8GB
16GB
FASTCAM Mini WX100 type 80KC – 16GB
Monochrome
4GB
FASTCAM Mini WX100 type 80KM – 4GB
8GB
FASTCAM Mini WX100 type 80KM – 8GB
16GB
FASTCAM Mini WX100 type 80KM – 16GB
67,500fps 750fps
Color
4GB
FASTCAM Mini WX50 type 67.5KC – 4GB
8GB
FASTCAM Mini WX50 type 67.5KC – 8GB
16GB
FASTCAM Mini WX50 type 67.5KC – 16GB
Monochrome
4GB
FASTCAM Mini WX50 type 67.5KM – 4GB
8GB
FASTCAM Mini WX50 type 67.5KM – 8GB
16GB
FASTCAM Mini WX50 type 67.5KM – 16GB
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Apperance
Rear
1.3. Part Names
The system is composed of components including the camera body, AC power supply, and the
"Photron FASTCAM Viewer" control software (referred to below as PFV).
For each of the system components.
- Do not expose to shock.
- Do not use in an area where flammable gas or dust present is present.
- Do not place in an unstable location such as on an unstable platform or an incline.
- Do not disassemble or modify.
- Do not expose to liquids such as water.
- Do not subject to excessive force.
1.3.1. Camera Body
The camera body contains IC memory for image recording and has been designed to be able to
record high-speed images uncompressed. The back of the camera body is equipped the Gigabit
Ethernet interface, which permits full camera control anddata download possible via connection to a
PC; the input/output connector, which allows external synchronization signals, trigger signals, IRIG
time code.
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REC READY
RESET
POWER
IRIG IN INPUT 2
OUTPUT 2
RECSYNC IN
DC22-32V
OUTPUT 1
INPUT 1
TRIG SW IN
1000BASE-T
SYNCMODE
IRIG
TRIGGER
POWER
IFLINK/TRANS
( DEF:SYNC IN ) ( DEF:TRIG TTL IN )
( DEF:SYNC OUT ) ( DEF:TRIG TTL OUT )
G type F Mount Front
Front
FASTCAM Mini WX50/100
RESET SW
IP address Reset Switch
Status Indicator LEDs
DC22-32V 55VA
Power Supply Connector
GIGABIT ETHER
Gigabit Ethernet
LAN Cable Connector
POWER SW
Power Switc
h
I
/O PORT
I/O Port Connector
Back
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