Photron Revision 1.03E 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 is not responsible for the aftermath of the results of using the product or from following the instructions in this manual.

Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the Photron high-speed camera accessory, the "Remote Controller".
This manual contains the operating instructions and warnings necessary for using the remote controller.
Please read the entire manual before using it.
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 Explanation
This symbol indicates content that should always be read.
This symbol indicates instructions to follow in the operation
of the camera and items to be careful of.
This symbol indicates items to be aware of when operating
the camera and supplemental explanations.
This symbol indicates a reference location.
This symbol indicates a space to use for making memos.

Using the Manual
This section explains the layout of the manual.
Introduction
The introduction explains about the manual and safety precautions.
Chapter 1. Overview
An overview of the product and an explanation of its features.
Chapter 2. Basic Operation
An overview of the components that make up the product. This chapter also explains basic
remote controller operation and a list of items that should be checked before using it.
Chapter 3. Recording/Playback Operations
This chapter explains about operations related to recording and playback.
Chapter 4. System Settings
This chapter explains the settings related to recording and displaying content and other
detailed system settings.
Chapter 5. Product Specifications
This chapter lists the product's specifications.
Chapter 6. Warranty
This chapter explains the warranty.
Chapter 7. Contacting Photron
This chapter lists contact information to use when contacting Photron if the product
malfunctions or if a portion of the manual is unclear.

Using the Product 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 product. However, the extent of damage and
injury potentially caused by ignoring the content of the safety precautions and using the product
incorrectly is explained next. Please pay careful attention to the content of the safety precautions when
using the product.
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 observe 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.
Warning
Caution

■Do not perform actions that will damage the cable or connector.
(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 insert metallic objects inside, or pour liquids such as water on, the product.
Doing so can cause fire, electric shock, or malfunction from short circuit or heat.
■Do not disassemble or modify the product.
There are high voltages inside the product that can cause electric shock.
■Do not plug in or unplug the power cord with wet hands.
Doing so can cause electric shock.
■Completely insert the plug until it locks into the connector.
Not fully inserting the plug can cause fire from electric shock or heat.
■When a problem occurs, immediately pull the plug from the connector on the
high-speed camera.
· 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 camera 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 connector when cleaning the system or when it is unused for a long
period of time.
Leaving or storing the product connected to the power source might cause fire from
insulation deterioration or electrical discharge.
■Do not place the product 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 product 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 2000 m or
lower, and no condensation. Using the product outside of these limits can cause
malfunction.
■Do not store the product in a location where the temperature goes -20°C or lower or
60°C or higher.
Also ensure that condensation does not form.
■This product is for indoor use, do not use it outdoors.
Do not use in dusty locations. Using the product outside of these limits can cause
malfunction.
■When shipping, remove the connected cable and use the original packaging or a
dedicated carrying case.
Do not ship the equipment in an environment where the temperature goes -20°C or
lower or 60°C or higher.Also, prevent condensation from forming during shipment.
Caution

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Overview ..........................................................................................................................1
1.1. Product Overview and Features .......................................................................................... 2
Chapter 2. Basic Operation ...............................................................................................................3
2.1. About the Components ....................................................................................................... 4
2.1.1. Components ................................................................................................................. 4
2.2. Device Connections ........................................................................................................... 5
2.2.1. Connecting the Remote Controller ............................................................................... 5
2.3. Remote Controller Basic Operation .................................................................................... 6
2.3.1. Remote Controller Parts............................................................................................... 6
2.3.2. Startup Screen ............................................................................................................ 9
2.3.3. Displaying the Menu List............................................................................................ 11
2.3.4. Menu Selection/Confirmation/Cancellation ................................................................12
2.3.5. Saving Recording Settings .........................................................................................13
2.3.6. Saving/Accessing Settings ........................................................................................13
2.3.7. Using Low Light Mode ...............................................................................................14
Chapter 3. Recording/Playback Operations....................................................................................15
3.1. Saving Video .....................................................................................................................16
3.2. Video Playback .................................................................................................................19
3.3. Fast Forward & Rewind................................................................................................... 20
3.4. Single Frame Advance......................................................................................................21
3.5. Enlarging & Shrinking the Playback Screen (Zoom, Fit, Scroll) ........................................21
3.5.1. Screen Fit Display ..................................................................................................... 22
3.5.2. Enlarge Screen (Zoom) Display................................................................................ 24
3.5.3. Scrolling the Enlarged Screen ................................................................................... 25
3.6. Segment Playback ........................................................................................................... 26
3.7. Playback Event Marker Function ...................................................................................... 27
Chapter 4. System Settings.............................................................................................................29
4.1. Common Function Settings...............................................................................................30
4.1.1. RECORD ................................................................................................................... 30
4.1.2. CALIBRATE............................................................................................................... 33
4.1.3. PARTITION................................................................................................................ 37
4.1.4. ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................41
4.2. Network Settings.............................................................................................................. 53

4.2.1. Setting the IP Address............................................................................................... 54
4.2.2. Using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)................................................. 55
4.3. Display Settings ............................................................................................................... 56
4.3.1 Switching the Date/Time Display ............................................................................... 56
4.3.2. Show/Hide On Screen Display Text (OSD SELECT)............................................... 57
4.3.3. Display Crosshairs .................................................................................................... 57
4.3.4. Display the R/G/B Plane (Color Models Only)........................................................ 59
4.3.5. Switch the Video Signal Standard (NTSC/PAL) .......................................................60
4.3.6. Changing the HD SDI Output Frequency....................................................................61
4.3.7. Changing the Shutter Display (SHUTTER DISPLAY) ................................................ 62
4.3.8. Individually Show/Hide On Screen Display Text (OSD CUSTOM) ........................... 63
4.3.9. Automatically Hide Screen Text (AUTO OSD OFF) .................................................. 64
4.4. Other Detailed Settings .................................................................................................... 65
4.4.1. Setting the Date/Time............................................................................................... 65
4.4.2. Post-Recording Auto-Playback Setting (AUTO PLAY) .............................................. 66
4.4.3. Change Trigger Operation (RECORDING TYPE)...................................................... 67
4.4.4. Reset to the Factory Default State ............................................................................ 68
4.4.5. Loop Playback Setting (PLAYBACK TYPE) .............................................................. 69
4.4.6. RESOLUTION LOCK................................................................................................. 70
4.4.7. Display the System Revision......................................................................................71
Chapter 5. Product Specifications...................................................................................................73
5.1. General Specifications ...................................................................................................... 74
5.2. Dimensions ...................................................................................................................... 75
5.3. Equipment Diagrams........................................................................................................ 76
5.3.1. Camera Installation Bracket Equipment Diagram........................................................ 76
5.3.2. Camera Installation Diagram ..................................................................................... 77
5.3.3. Strap Equipment Diagram ......................................................................................... 78
Chapter 6. Warranty.........................................................................................................................79
6.1. About the Warranty ..........................................................................................................80
Chapter 7. Contacting Photron........................................................................................................81
7.1. Contacting Photron ........................................................................................................... 82

Chapter 1. Overview
1.1. Product Overview and Features
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Chapter 1. Overview
1.1. Product Overview and Features
The remote controller makes it possible to operate a high-speed camera by connecting it to the
KEYPAD connector on the body of that camera. The remote controller is also hot-pluggable, it can
be plugged into and unplugged from the camera while the power is on.
Camera connector
name
Signal
Camera connector model
name
Remote controller connector
model name
KEYPAD Keypad signal
PT02A-12-10S (023) PT06A-12-10P (023)
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Chapter 2. Basic Operation
2.1. About the Components
2.2. Device Connections
2.3. Remote Controller Basic Operation
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2.1. About the Components
2.1.1. Components
The product's standard components are listed below. Remove the components from the
packaging and check them.
1. Remote controller unit 1
2. Remote controller connection cable (7 m) 1
3. Remote controller connection cable (0.5 m) 1
4. Strap, strap bracket 1 set
5. Camera installation bracket 1 set
6. Remote Controller User's Manual (this manual) 1
•"4. Strap bracket" and "5. Camera installation bracket" are packaged integrated with the remote
controller.
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2.2. Device Connections
2.2.1. Connecting the Remote Controller
You can operate a high-speed camera while checking a monitor by connecting the connector on
the right side of the remote controller (15 pin) to the KEYPAD connector on a high-speed camera
body with the included cable.
•The photo shows an example connection to the FASTCAM BC2 HD.
•The cable connects to the connector on the right side (15 pin). The connector on the left side (9
pin) is for future expansion purposes and not currently used.
•The remote controller is hot-pluggable, it can be plugged into and unplugged from the high-speed
camera while the power is on.
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2.3. Remote Controller Basic Operation
The remote controller has been designed with the intention of making frequently repeated
functions easily accessible. Detailed settings have also been organized in a menu which can be
operated efficiently using the ARROW keys.
This section explains the basic remote controller operations necessary when recording with a
high-speed camera.
2.3.1. Remote Controller Parts
■Remote controller exterior
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■Key descriptions
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No. Key name Function
1 PRESET Access preset
2 FRAME RATE Frame rate setting
3 RESOLUTION Resolution setting
4 SHUTTER Shutter speed setting
5 TRIGGER MODE Trigger mode setting
6 PLAYBACK Playback controls
7 FUNCTION Turns on/off the OSD display
8 LOW LIGHT LOW LIGHT Mode
9 ZOOM Zoom
10 SCROLL Scroll
11 FIT/1:1 Fit monitor screen/1:1 display
12 CALIBRATE Execute calibration
13 MENU Menu display
14 BACK Return from setting condition
15 ↑↓←→ (ARROW keys) Move up, down, left, right
16 ENTER Confirmation
17 STATUS Status display
18 STORE Store settings, store a marker
19 SEGMENT PLAYBACK For segment playback
20 LIVE Change LIVE/MEMORY
21 REC READY Record ready
22 REC Record
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2.3.2. Startup Screen
①Refer to the hardware manual for the high-speed camera (sperarate manual) and finish
connecting the cables, remote controller, and external devices. Then press the power
switch on the high-speed camera body to turn on the power.
②After switching the power on, the current IP address setting is displayed as text in the
upper-left of the LCD monitor screen.
Example Cable/Device Connections
To AC 100V outlet
To DC IN
PC
Gigabit Ethernet
Connection
To HD SDI Device
AC Power Supply Unit
HD Monitor
Remote Controller
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③After a short time, a screen like the one shown below is displayed.
The meaning of the text displayed on the screen is explained below.
No. Explanation
1 Display mode (LIVE mode/MEMORY playback mode)
2 Currently used partition block/number of configured partition blocks
3 Currently set trigger mode
4 At the current setting, recordable frame count / recordable time (FR = frames, S = seconds)
5 Current frame rate (FPS = frames/second)
6 Current resolution
7 Current shutter speed (S = second)
8 Photron logo
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