Photron HS-01 User manual

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•The copyright of this manual is held by PHOTRON LIMITED.
•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 users will be required to correct
the interference at their 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.

Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of Photron’s high-speed camera system, the “FASTCAM Multi Camera
Head HS-01” (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 itin a safe place along with the warrantycard and refer backto
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. For other options, please refer to each 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. It also explains a list of items
that should be checked before using the system, and the procedure for connecting each component of the
system.
Chapter 2. Function
This chapter explains the system’s functions. Refer to the “Photron FASTCAM Viewer User’s Manual” for
additional details on using a PC to control the system.
Chapter 3. Specifications
This chapter explains the system’s specifications.
Chapter 4. Warranty
This chapter explains about the warranty.
Chapter 5. 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 System Safety and Correctly
In order to prevent injury to yourself and others, and toprevent 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 theAC 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.
■Do not use the accessories by the usage that a manufacturer does not specify. It may cause
damage of protection.
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.
■ Do not obstruct the air intake and exhaust port, when the system is installed.
■ Ambient temperature 0-45° 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
■ 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

These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your household
waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU
), the Battery Directive
(2013/56/EU) and/or your national laws implementing those Directives.
This product should be handed over to a designated collection point, e.g., on an
authorized one-for-
one basis when you buy a new similar product or to an authorized
collection site for recycling waste electrical and electroni
c equipment (EEE) and
batteries and accumulators. Improper handling of this type of waste could have a
possible impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous
substances that are generally associated with EEE. Your cooperation in t
he correct
disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources.
For more information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city
office, waste authority, approved scheme or your household waste disposal service or
visit www.photron.com.
(EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)
European Union (and EEA) only

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.
■ ALWAYS take appropriate anti-static precautions when cleaning or working near the Image
sensor.
■ DO NOT use any form of cleaning equipment 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

■
Minimum curve radius of the camera cable is 125 millimeters. Be careful when using or storing
camera cable to give an ample space for the curvature.
■Do not give an excessive impact or load to camera cables to avoid damage.
■Whenever the cables are out of use, place the attached connector caps for protection of the
connectors.
■In operation, connect the main unit’s connector cap and the camera cable’s connector cap
each other to avoid dirt and pollution and to keep clean inside.
The camera cable includes optics fibers. If dust or dirt is in inside of a connector, it may cause a
communication error. Keep clean the inside of connectors. If a connector is polluted, clean the fiber
edges by following instruction or using the bundled cleaning kit.
■ DO NOT use hard and/or sharp materials for cleaning.
■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.
Camera Cable

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Overview 1
1.1. Product Overview and Features..............................................................................2
1.2. System’s Components and Accessories..................................................................3
1.2.1. Components................................................................................................3
1.2.2. Accessories/Options ...................................................................................3
1.2.3. Type ............................................................................................................4
1.3. Part Names..............................................................................................................5
1.3.1. Camera Head..............................................................................................5
1.3.2. Camera Head Part Names..........................................................................6
1.3.3. Interchangeable Lens Mounts.....................................................................7
1.4. Connection...............................................................................................................8
Chapter 2. Functions 11
2.1. Selecting Frame Rate............................................................................................12
2.2. Selecting Resolution..............................................................................................12
2.3. Selecting Shutter Speed........................................................................................13
2.4. Selecting Trigger Mode..........................................................................................14
2.4.1. START Mode.............................................................................................14
2.4.2. CENTER Mode .........................................................................................14
2.4.3. END Mode.................................................................................................15
2.4.4. MANUAL Mode .........................................................................................15
2.4.5. RANDOM Mode........................................................................................15
2.4.6. RANDOM RESET Mode...........................................................................16
2.4.7. RANDOM CENTER Mode........................................................................17
2.4.8. RANDOM MANUAL Mode........................................................................18
2.5. LOW LIGHT Mode.................................................................................................19
2.6. VARIABLE Setting .................................................................................................19
2.7. White Balance Adjustment (Color Model Only) .....................................................20
2.7.1. Using Preset White Balance (Color Model Only)......................................20
2.7.2. Using User White Balance (Color Model Only).........................................20
2.8. Color Enhancement Function (Color Model Only).................................................21
2.9. Look-Up Table (LUT) Operations...........................................................................21
2.9.1. Using a Custom LUT.................................................................................24
2.10. Edge Enhancement Function ................................................................................24
2.11. Partition Memory & Record....................................................................................24
2.12. Event Marker Function...........................................................................................25
2.13. Direct Trigger / Direct Start Mode..........................................................................25
2.14. Fan Control............................................................................................................26
Chapter 3. Specifications 27

3.1. Specifications.........................................................................................................28
3.1.1. Product Specifications ..............................................................................28
3.1.2. General Specifications..............................................................................29
3.1.3. Frame Rate and Resolution......................................................................30
3.1.4. Shutter Speed List ....................................................................................33
3.1.5. Recordable Image Count/Resolution........................................................34
3.1.6. Recordable Time/Resolution.....................................................................35
3.2. Dimensions............................................................................................................36
3.2.1. Camera Body............................................................................................36
3.2.2. Clearance for Camera Cable Connection.................................................39
Chapter 4. Warranty 41
4.1. About the Warranty................................................................................................42
Chapter 5. Contacting Photron 43
5.1. Contact Information................................................................................................44

Chapter 1. Overview
1.1. Product Overview and Features
1.2. System’s Components and Accessories
1.3. Part Names
1.4. Connection
1 FASTCAM Multi Camera Head HS-01

Chapter 1 Overview
1.1. Product Overview and Features
The Multi camera head HS-01 is a compact and lightweight camera head specifically designed for
the FASTCAM Multi. It only weighs 0.98 Kg and supports 1,280 x 1,024 pixel resolution at 4,800
frames per second. The Multi camera head HS-01 can be utilized in a variety of applications
including industrial R&D (design, quality control, and component technology development), science,
medical, and aerospace.
The Multi camera head HS-01 has adopted a robust design where circuit boards are completely
sealed from the outside and a FAN OFF function is a standard feature for image measuring purposes.
It also offers a wide range of optional parts such as Micro Four-Thirds (MFT) lens control and built-in
LED lights.
Use the Multi camera head HS-01 in a variety of applications with its multi-function,
high-performance, robust, and expandable specifications to take full advantage of it.
FASTCAM Multi Camera Head
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1.2. System’s Components and Accessories
1.2.1. Components
The system’s standard components are listed below. Remove the components from the package
and check them.
1. Camera Head (with G type F mount and lens cap) One
2. C mount adapter (with lens cap) One
3. FASTCAM Multi Camera Head HS-01 Hardware Manual (This Manual) One
•Lens is not included in the product package.
1.2.2. Accessories/Options
Connect this camera to the FASTCAM Multi Main Unit for operation. The following optional items
are available to choose from (as of March 2015).
1. FASTCAM Multi Camera Cable 5m (102481)
2. FASTCAM Multi Camera Cable 10m (102482)
3. FASTCAM Multi LED Light Option (102483)
4. Micro Four Thirds Lens Option For FASTCAM Multi (102484)
•In addition to the above, optional accessories such as lenses and lighting equipment are available.
For details, ask your local sales representative, or see the contact information in Chapter 5.1.
3 FASTCAM Multi Camera Head HS-01

Chapter 1 Overview
1.2.3. Type
Four different types are available to choose from the below table.
Max Frame Rate
Sensor
Type
750,000fps
Monochrome
FASTCAM Multi Camera Head HS-01 type 750K - M
Color
FASTCAM Multi Camera Head HS-01 type 750K - C
200,000fps
Monochrome
FASTCAM Multi Camera Head HS-01 type 200K - M
Color
FASTCAM Multi Camera Head HS-01 type 200K - C
•Export-controlled model type 200K is subject to restriction on the frame rate and shutter speed.
•Subject to restrictions under Export Trade Control Order, your camera may NOT be used
depending on the country where you intend to use. If you are considering using your camera
outside Japan, check with Photron first. Contact information is given in 5.1. Contact Information.
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1.3. Part Names
For each of the system components.
- Do not expose to shock.
- Do not use in an area where flammable gas or dust 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 Head
This is a camera head specifically designed to shoot a fast-moving object. It has imaging function
only and the image data is transferred via the camera cable to the memory built in the main unit. On
the rear panel of the camera, there are a connector for the camera cable to be used for
communication between the camera and the main unit, and a power connector to feed power to the
LED light option.
Front
Rear
FASTCAM Multi Camera Head HS-01
5 FASTCAM Multi Camera Head HS-01

Chapter 1 Overview
1.3.2. Camera Head Part Names
Camera Cable Connector
Power Connector
For LED Light
Laser Pointer
Switch
Front
Back
FASTCAM Multi Camera Head HS-01
G type F mount
LED Light Switch
Power Connector for LED Light, LED Light Switch and Laser Pointer Switch
are used with FASTCAM Multi LED Light Option.
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