Shimadzu Hyper Vision HPV-X2 User manual

High-Speed Video Camera
Hyper Vision
HPV-X2
Instruction Manual
Read the instruction manual thoroughly before you use the product.
Keep this instruction manual for future reference.
347-07040
May. 2015

High-Speed Video Camera
HPV-X2
Introduction
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Introduction
Read this Instruction Manual thoroughly before using the product.
Thank you for purchasing this product.
This manual describes the installation, operation, usage cautions, and accessories and
options for this product. Read this manual thoroughly before using the product and operate
the product in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
Also, keep this manual for future reference.
IMPORTANT
If the user or usage location changes, ensure that this Instruction Manual is always kept
together with the product.
If this manual or a product warning label is lost or damaged, immediately contact your
Shimadzu representative to request a replacement.
To ensure safe operation, read all Safety Instructions before using this product. Be sure to
read the "Safety Instructions" before you use the product.
Any export of Shimadzu High-Speed Camera, HPV-X is subject to export control
regulations of the nation, based on Part2 of NSG guideline, 5.B.3. Please contact sales agent
or representative of Shimadzu, should you have any question.
Notice
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of the vendor.
Any errors or omissions which may have occurred in this manual despite the utmost care
taken in its production will be corrected as soon as possible, although not necessarily
immediately after detection.
All rights are reserved, including those to reproduce this manual or parts thereof in any form
without permission in writing from Shimadzu Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries. Other company names and product names mentioned in this
manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. The TM and
symbols are omitted in this manual.
Hyper Vision is a registered trademark of Shimadzu Corporation.
© 2015 Shimadzu Corporation. All rights reserved.
(Original version is approved in English.)

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Indications Used in This Manual
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes are indicated using the following conventions:
Warning
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or possibly death.
Caution
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor to moderate injury or equipment damage.
The following symbols are used in this manual:
Indicates an action that must not be performed.
Indicates an action that must be performed.
Emphasizes additional information that is provided to ensure the proper use
of this product.
Indicates the location of related reference information.
✐Note

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High-Speed Video Camera
HPV-X2
Warranty
Safety Instructions
To ensure safe product operation, read these important safety instructions carefully before
use and follow all WARNING and CAUTION instructions given in this section.
Installation Site
Warning
●Avoid humidity and dust
Do not place the product in an environment with high humidity or dust. This may result in
fire or electric shock.
Caution
●Avoid unstable locations
Do not place the product on a shaky table or inclined surface. It may fall or tip, resulting in
injury.
●Do not place heavy objects on the product
Do not place anything 2 kg, or heaver, on the product. This may cause the product to
overbalance and tip, resulting in injury.
●Use the product under the following site conditions.
Locations with room temperature between 5 and 40℃
Locations not exposed to direct sunlight
Locations with low vibration levels
Locations with low dust and humidity levels
Locations without corrosive gases
Locations with 75 % or lower relative humidity
Indoor locations only
Installation category : II
Pollution degree : 2
Operating altitude: Max. 2,000 m

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Installation
Warning
●Apply the designated voltage
The power supply requirements for this product are 120 V / 220 V to 230 V AC, 200 VA,
and 2A.
Connect the product to a power supply that complies with the above.
If the power supply voltage is unstable or if the power supply has insufficient capacity, it
may not be possible to maintain specified performance. Also calculate the power
requirements of the entire system to ensure adequate power is supplied.
The power supply breaking capacity is 35 A.
●Apply the designated voltage
Use only the designated power supply. Any other supply voltage may result in fire or
electric shock.
●Use only the designated power cable
Use only the designated power cable. Any other power cable may result in fire or electric
shock.
●Use only the designated fuse
Use only the designated fuse. Any other fuse may result in fire or electric shock.
●Be sure to ground the ground wire
This product is grounded via a 3-wire power cable equipped with a ground wire.
Be sure to insert this cable in a socket that is equipped with a ground terminal. Failure to
do so may result in fire or electric shock due to damage or electric leakage.
●Pull out the power plug with dry hands
Do not pull out the power plug with wet hands. Doing so may result in electric shock.
●Keep the power cable away from heaters
Do not allow the power cable to come too close heaters. This may result in fire or electric
shock.
●Do not damage the power cable
Do not place heavy objects on, alter, forcibly bend, twist, pull, or heat the power cable.
This can damage the power cable, resulting in fire or electric shock.
If the power cable is damaged (exposed or broken wires), contact your Shimadzu
representative for a replacement. Using a damaged cable may result in fire or electric
shock.
●Do not pull on the cable to pull out the power plug
Do not pull on the cable to pull out the power plug. This can damage the power cable,
resulting in fire or electric shock. To pull out the power plug, hold the plug itself.

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Operation
Warning
●Disconnect all cables before moving the product
Before moving the product, turn off the power switch and pull the plug from the power
outlet, and disconnect all external cables. Failure to do so may damage cables, resulting in
fire or electric shock.
●Do not pull on the cable to pull out the power plug
Do not pull on the cable to pull out the power plug. This can damage the power cable,
resulting in fire or electric shock. To pull out the power plug, hold the plug itself.
●Pull out the power plug if an emergency such as the following occurs
When the product falls and is damaged
When the product emits smoke
When the product makes a strange noise or emits abnormal odorsc
When the power cable is damaged
Continuing to use the product in this condition may result in fire or electric shock.
Immediately contact your Shimadzu representative.
●Avoid operation in strong electromagnetic fields
Do not use the product in locations subject to strong electromagnetic fields. This may
result in incorrect or abnormal operation.
●Do not put vessels containing liquid or small metal objects on the product
Do not put vessels containing liquid or small metal objects on the product. These may spill
or fall into the product, causing fire or electric shock.
●Avoid getting this product wet
Pay special care when using this product in locations subject to rain and snow, near the
coast or watery locations. Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.
●Do not put foreign objects or water inside the product
If foreign objects or water enter the product, first turn off the power switch and pull out the
plug from the power outlet.
Continuing to use the product in this condition may result in fire or electric shock. Next,
contact your Shimadzu representative.
●Do not touch the plug or connectors if thunder can be heard
Do not touch the power plug or other connectors if thunder can be heard. This may result
in electric shock.

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Caution
●Do not press hard on the control PC monitor
The control PC monitor is made of glass. Pressing hard on the monitor may result in
damage.
●Apply no impact or unnecessary force to the product
This is a high-precision optical product. Do not apply impact by dropping the product or
apply unnecessary force to the lens mounting area. This may result in damage.
●Do not touch the lens or camera head entrance window
Do not directly touch the lens or camera head entrance window with your hands. This may
cause scratching and contamination.
●Set up the power unit so that the power switch can be easily reached.
If the power switch is positioned so that it is difficult to reach, if an emergency occurs,
shutting off the power supply cannot be performed quickly.
Inspection and Maintenance
Warning
●Before performing servicing, pull out the plug
Before performing servicing, such as wiping off dirt, pull out the power plug from the
power outlet to ensure safety.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock.
●Never open the camera head, power unit or control PC
Do not remove the camera head covers.
Doing so may result in electric shock.
●Do not disassemble or modify
Do not disassemble or modify the product. Doing so may result in fire or electric shock.
Contact your Shimadzu representative for inspection, servicing or repair of the product
inside.
Caution
●Do not use volatile solvents (paint thinner, benzene, etc.) or a damp cloth
to clean the product.
Do not use volatile solvents or a damp cloth to clean the product. Doing so may result in
rusting or discoloration.
Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe dirt off the product.

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HPV-X2
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●Avoid impact and storage in low temperature and humidity
This is a high-precision optical product. Store it in a location not subject to impact or high
temperature and humidity.
Storage temperature range: 0 to 50℃
Storage humidity range: 20 to 80 %RH, no condensation
Emergency Measures
If an abnormality is discovered, such a smell of something burning or an unusual fan noise,
unplug the power unit.
Before using the instrument again, inspect it and, if necessary, contact a Shimadzu field
engineer.
Warning Labels
To ensure the safe operation of this product, warning labels are attached in locations where
caution is required.
If a warning label is lost or damaged, obtain a new label through your Shimadzu
representative and attach it in the correct position.
Warning Label (P/N 037-72020-10)
Power Supply Unit (bottom)
Warning Label

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Residual Risk Information
Residual Risk Map
Residual Risk List
Preparations
No.
Mechanical
Location
Description
Protective Measure
taken by machine user
-
-
1
A
Fixing to a tripod is
insufficient and the
camera falls, and a
hand or a foot is
inserted.
The camera is fixed
tightly at a fixed screw
hole in a tripod
attaching area.
Reference
P.10
Operation
Category
Attaching
Camera
Required
Qualification/
Education
Qualified person
received training
to use the
instrument
Mechanical Location A
No.1

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High-Speed Video Camera
HPV-X2
Warranty
Warranty
Shimadzu Corporation provides the following warranty for this product.
1. Period:
Please contact your Shimadzu representative for information about the period of this warranty.
2. Description:
If a product/part failure occurs for reasons attributable to Shimadzu during the warranty period,
Shimadzu will repair or replace the product/part free of charge. However, in the case of products
which are usually available on the market only for a short time, such as personal computers and their
peripherals/parts, Shimadzu may not be able to provide identical replacement products.
3. Limitations of Liability:
1) In no event will Shimadzu be liable for any lost revenue, profit or data, or for special, indirect,
consequential, incidental or punitive damages, however caused regardless of the theory of
liability, arising out of or related to the use of or inability to use the product, even if Shimadzu
has been advised of the possibility of such damage.
2) In no event will Shimadzu's liability to you, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), or
otherwise, exceed the amount you paid for the product.
4. Exceptions:
Failures caused by the following are excluded from the warranty, even if they occur during the
warranty period.
1) Improper product handling
2) Repairs or modifications performed by parties other than Shimadzu or Shimadzu designated
service companies
3) Product use in combination with hardware or software other than that designated by Shimadzu
4) Computer viruses leading to device failures and damage to data and software, including the
product's basic software
5) Power failures, including power outages and sudden voltage drops, leading to device failures
and damage to data and software, including the product's basic software
6) Turning OFF the product without following the proper shutdown procedure leading to device
failures and damage to data and software, including the product's basic software
7) Reasons unrelated to the product itself
8) Product use in harsh environments, such as those subject to high temperatures or humidity
levels, corrosive gases, or strong vibrations
9) Fires, earthquakes, or any other act of nature, contamination by radioactive or hazardous
substances, or any other force majeure event, including wars, riots, and crimes
10) Consumable items
Note: Recording media such as floppy disks and CD-ROMs are consumable items.
* Note: If there is a document such as a warranty provided with the product, or there is a separate contract
agreed upon that includes warranty conditions, the provisions of those documents shall apply.

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SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE.
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documentation (collectively “SOFTWARE”) to you only upon the condition that you accept all of the terms and condition
contained in this License Agreement. By using the SOFTWARE, you agree to be bound by the terms of this Agreement. If you
do not agree to all these terms of this Agreement, promptly return the unused SOFTWARE to the party (either SMZ or its
reseller) from whom you acquired it to receive a refund of the amount you paid.
1. LICENSE.
SMZ grants you a non-exclusive and nontransferable license to use the SOFTWARE subject to the following terms and
conditions.
2. LIMITATION OF USE.
Except as specifically authorized by SMZ, you may NOT:
a. Use the SOFTWARE, or permit the SOFTWARE to be used, on more than one computer at any one time.
b. Copy the SOFTWARE except one (1) archival copy of the SOFTWARE.
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d. Transfer, rent, lease or grant any rights in the SOFTWARE in any form to anyone else.
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property rights to the SOFTWARE shall remain in SMZ and/or its licensor.
4. UPGRADES.
YouareentitledtoreceiveallofficialsoftwareupgradesfortheSOFTWAREthatSMZwill releaseasdeemednecessarybySMZ.
An upgrade meanscertain supplemental program modules and/or information for bug fixing and/or updates to the defects and/or
failures of the SOFTWARE that are acknowledged or confirmed by SMZ. An upgrade excludes hardware, network, consulting
services, third party products, operation and general computer system maintenance. All supplemental program module for
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conditions set forth in thisAgreement.
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on which SOFTWARE is furnished will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
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(or, upon request, returned) to the partysupplying the SOFTWARE to you. In no event does SMZ warrant that the Software
is error free or that you will be able to operate the SOFTWARE without problems or interruptions.
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ALLOWED BYAPPLICABLE LAW.
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INNOEVENTWILLSMZ BE LIABLE FORANYLOSTREVENUE,PROFITOR DATA, OR FOR SPECIAL,INDIRECT,
CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, HOWEVER CAUSED REGARDLESS OF THE
THEORY OF LIABILITY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE SOFTWARE,
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8. GENERAL
a. This Agreement is the entire agreement. If any provision of this agreement is held invalid, the remainder of this
agreement shall continue in full force and effect.
b. This Agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of Japan, excluding its conflict of law
rules.
c. The exclusive jurisdiction for any disputes arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be Kyoto District
Court of Japan.
d. TheinvalidityorunenforceabilityofanyprovisionofthisAgreementshallnot affectthe validityorenforceabilityofanyother
provision.
Analytical & Measuring Instruments Division, SHIMADZU Corporation
1 Nishinokyo-Kuwabaracho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8511, Japan
After-Sales Service and Availability of
Replacement Parts
After-Sales Service
If any problem occurs with this product, perform an inspection and take appropriate
corrective action as described in "6.1 Troubleshooting."
If the problem persists, or the symptoms are not covered in the troubleshooting section,
contact your Shimadzu representative.
Replacement Parts Availability
Replacement parts for this product will be available for a period of seven (7) years after the
product is discontinued."
Thereafter, such parts may cease to be available.
Note, however, that the availability of parts not manufactured by Shimadzu shall be
determined by the relevant manufacturers.
Maintenance, Inspections, and Adjustment
In order to maintain the instrument's performance and obtain accurate recording data, daily
inspection and periodic inspection are necessary.
For daily maintenance, inspection, and replacement parts, see 6. Maintenance.
Periodic inspection should be requested to your Shimadzu representative.

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Patents
This product has licences of the following US PATENTs
5,471,515 6,107,618 6,476,860 6,825,059 5,793,322 6,107,619 6,486,503 6,838,301
5,841,126 6,115,065 6,515,702 6,839,452 5,880,691 6,124,819 6,519,371 6,933,488
5,886,659 6,166,768 6,546,148 6,943,838 5,887,049 6,175,383 6,549,235 6,944,352
5,909,026 6,326,230 6,555,842 6,980,230 5,929,800 6,346,700 6,570,617 7,002,626
5,949,483 6,373,050 6,606,122 7,019,345 5,952,645 6,380,572 6,665,013 7,053,929
5,990,506 6,384,413 6,721,464 7,105,371 6,021,172 6,400,824 6,744,068 7,190,398
6,057,539 6,403,963 6,787,749 7,268,814 6,101,232 6,456,326 6,801,258 7,369,166
6,828,540 7,235,771 7,468,501

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HPV-X2
Contents
Contents
Introduction ..........................................................................................i
Indications Used in This Manual........................................................ii
Safety Instructions .............................................................................iii
Installation Site...............................................................................iii
Installation......................................................................................iv
Operation.........................................................................................v
Inspection and Maintenance..........................................................vi
Emergency Measures...................................................................vii
Warning Labels .............................................................................vii
Residual Risk Information............................................................viii
Warranty..............................................................................................ix
SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT..................................................x
After-Sales Service and Availability of Replacement Parts............xi
Maintenance, Inspections, and Adjustment.....................................xi
Patents ...............................................................................................xii
1. Product Overview........................................................................1
2. Names and Functions of Components......................................3
2.1 Instrument Composition................................................................. 3
2.2 Control Computer (Application) Functions..................................... 5
2.3 Names and Functions of Parts –Camera Head............................ 7
2.4 Names and Functions of Parts –Power Unit............................... 10
3. Specifications............................................................................11
4. Preparations for Operation ......................................................13
4.1 Connecting Cables....................................................................... 13
4.2 Mounting and Removing Lenses................................................. 14
4.3 Starting Up the High-Speed Video Camera................................. 19
4.4 Logging In and Out of Windows................................................... 19
4.5 Connecting to a Network.............................................................. 21
4.6 Registering Cameras to Be Connected....................................... 21
4.6.1 Procedure for Registering Cameras to Be Connected.................. 21
4.6.2 Procedure for Changing the IP Address of the Camera ............... 23
4.7 Shutting Down the High-Speed Video Camera........................... 26

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4.7.1 Shutting Down Without a Camera Connected.............................. 26
4.7.2 Shutting Down with a Camera Connected.................................... 26
5. Operating the Camera...............................................................29
5.1 Operation Flowchart..................................................................... 29
5.2 Camera Settings........................................................................... 30
5.3 Illumination Settings..................................................................... 30
5.4 Recording Images........................................................................ 31
5.4.1 Setting Recording Parameters...................................................... 31
5.4.2 Adjusting Exposure....................................................................... 48
Recording..................................................................................... 49
5.4.4 Synchronized Recording .............................................................. 52
5.5 Playing Back Images.................................................................... 55
5.5.1 Setting Playback Parameters –Viewer Operations...................... 55
5.5.2 Playing Back Images.................................................................... 60
5.6 Image File Management and System Shutdown......................... 61
5.6.1 Image File Operations.................................................................. 61
5.6.2 Saving Image Files....................................................................... 64
5.6.3 Closing the Application................................................................. 68
5.7 Input/Output File Formats ............................................................ 69
5.7.1 Image File Formats....................................................................... 69
5.7.2 Metadata in Image Files ............................................................... 74
5.7.3 Recording Parameter Setting Files............................................... 76
5.8 Displaying Version Information.................................................... 78
6. Maintenance ..............................................................................79
6.1 Troubleshooting............................................................................ 79
6.2 Unit Cleaning................................................................................ 80
Index...................................................................................................81

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High-Speed Video Camera
HPV-X2
Overview
1. Product Overview
This high-speed video camera is capable of recording and playing up to 256 serial images
as moving images at speeds of up to ten million frames per second. The HPV-X2 consists
of a camera head with high-performance FTCMOS image sensor, a power unit, and a
control computer (Windows 7 based. Here in after Windows 7 is collectively called
Windows.), and offers multiple trigger and recording modes for handling a wide variety of
recording conditions.
■Key Features
Records serial images (maximum 256 frames in HP mode or maximum 400 X 250
pixels (100,000 pixels) in FP mode) at ultra fast speeds (maximum ten million frames
per second).
High-performance FTCMOS sensor enables easily recording high-quality images at
ultra fast speeds.
The ability to set the trigger point at any frame ensures the instant of a phenomenon
can be captured.
At recording speeds up to 2 Mfps, exposure time is settable in increments of 10 ns.
A high-speed LAN connection between the camera and control computer means
recorded images can be immediately played back as moving images.
Synchronized recording can be performed by connecting two cameras with a
synchronization cable.

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High-Speed Video Camera
HPV-X2
Names and Functions of Components
2. Names and Functions of Components
2.1 Instrument Composition
The HPV-X2 comprises the following units and parts. When unpacking, make sure that all
of these items are included.
(1) Camera head
(2) Power unit

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(3) Ethernet cable
(4) Power cable
(11) Synchronization cable
(5) AC cable (For US)
(5) AC cable (For EU)
(6) Control computer (sold separately)
Table 2-1 List of Components
No.
Part Name
Q'ty
(1)
Camera head
1
(2)
Power unit
1
(3)
Ethernet cable
1
(4)
Power cable
1
(5)
AC cable (For US or For EU)
1
(6)
Control computer (sold separately)
1
(7)
Instruction manual (this manual)
1
(8)
Carry case
1
(9)
Install CD
1
(10)
Setup Parameter CD
1
(11)
Synchronization cable
1