SubC Imaging 1Cam Mk5 SD User manual

Designed as a main SD color 10x zoom camera with 6-24MP digital stills and HD
recording. Rather than upgrading expensive infrastructure, this camera
represents a low cost solution to get HD and Stills capability.
The stock model includes built in parallel lasers, external strobe output,
programmable intervals, IR filter and many more features to help minimize time
at sea. Rated to 6500m standard in Titanium and Sapphire.
See sample video captured with the 1Cam product range.
Options
LiquidOptics: Water corrected optics have been developed for a very wide field of
view with low distortion and chromatic aberration (CA).
Low Cost: to fit any budget, we have created the 1Cam Lite option which
removes the digital stills and HD recording. The 1Cam Lite can be upgraded later
to the Mk5.
Long Line Driver: to work with long cables, SubC has developed an internal video
conditioner, which has been tested at distances greater than 500m over coax.
Other advanced options include Ethernet downloading and control, manual
voltage controls, custom triggered events, anti-corrosion - this product can be
customized for your application.
1Cam Mk5
Live SD color zoom
HD and stills recording
For detailed technical information,
please contact SubC or your local distributor.
Custom product configurations are available.
Newfoundland, Canada [phone] www.SubCImaging.com
SD
Version 15
2018-08

Designed as a main HD color 10x zoom camera where live video is transmitted
over coax as HD-SDI. Usually the system has a mux for HD-SDI conversion, this
feature can be available in anticipation of a future upgrade. Live SD video is
always available, as well as 6-24MP digital stills and HD recording as a backup.
The stock model includes built in parallel lasers, external strobe output,
programmable intervals, IR filter and many more features to help minimize time
at sea. Rated to 5800m standard in Titanium and Sapphire.
See sample video captured with the 1Cam product range.
Options
LiquidOptics: Water corrected optics have been developed for a very wide field of
view with low distortion and chromatic aberration (CA).
Low Cost: to fit any budget, we have created the 1Cam Lite option which
removes the digital stills and HD recording. The 1Cam Lite can be upgraded later
to the Mk5.
Other advanced options include Ethernet downloading and control, manual
voltage controls, custom triggered events, anti-corrosion - this product can be
customized for your application.
1Cam Mk5
Live HD video over coax
HD and stills recording
For detailed technical information,
please contact SubC or your local distributor.
Custom product configurations are available.
Newfoundland, Canada [phone] www.SubCImaging.com
HDC

Designed as a main HD color 10x zoom camera for systems equipped with fiber
optics links, providing live 1080/60p video topside with the low latency inherit of
fiber optics. This feature can be available in anticipation of a future upgrade. Live
SD video is always available, as well as 6-24MP digital stills and internal HD
recording as a backup.
The stock model includes built in parallel lasers, external strobe output,
programmable intervals, IR filter and many more features to help minimize time
at sea. Rated to 5200m standard in Titanium and Sapphire.
See sample video captured with the 1Cam product range.
Options
LiquidOptics: Water corrected optics have been developed for a very wide field of
view with low distortion and chromatic aberration (CA).
Low Cost: to fit any budget, we have created the 1Cam Lite option which
removes the digital stills and HD recording. The 1Cam Lite can be upgraded later
to the Mk5.
Other advanced options include Ethernet downloading and control, manual
voltage controls, custom triggered events, anti-corrosion - this product can be
customized for your application.
1CAM MK5
Live HD video over fiber
HD and stills recording
For detailed technical information,
please contact SubC or your local distributor.
Custom product configurations are available.
Newfoundland, Canada [phone] www.SubCImaging.com
HDF

Designed as an affordable 10x optical zoom main color camera -
offering the same outstanding video quality as the 1Cam Mk5 at a
lower price. See sample video captured with the 1Cam product range.
When packaged with a SubC DVRO it creates a very capable live HD
and SD video system. It includes integrated green lasers, an external
lamp or laser connection and is also available with LiquidOptics.
The 1Cam MK5 Lite has the potential of the enhanced features of a
MK5 as the subsea project evolves with a simple upgrade.
1CAM MK5 LITE
Live SD and HD color zoom

1CAM WITH INTEGRATED PARALLEL LASERS
Reference measurements and flat Sapphire optics
The 1Cam with parallel reference lasers and flat sapphire port allows enables easy video
data collection. It has the following features:
●Parallel lasers calibrated 62mm apart at 5m range
●Linear optical distortion (ideal for processing and modelling)
●Strength and scratch resistance of a sapphire lens
●Full 10x optical zoom
●Low center distortion, medium edge distortion
●High center sharpness, medium edge sharpness
Optical QC parameters [Flat Sapphire]
Diagonal FOV 59º min
Horizontal FOV 54º min
Vertical FOV 34º min
Distortion 8.8% pincush max
Sharpness (MTF50) 0.150 min
Chromatic Aberration 8.0 max
Color accuracy 95% min

1CAM WITH
Advanced Water Corrected Sapphire Optics
The 1Cam with LiquidOptics features a research obtained 1:1 advanced water corrected
optic specially developed by SubC Imaging. Advantages of LiquidOptics:
●Optical properties of a dome port
●Strength and scratch resistance of a sapphire lens
●Extended and corrected FOV
●Full 10x optical zoom
●Accurate color depth
●Very low distortion (corner to corner)
●Minimal chromatic aberration
●High sharpness
Optical QC parameters [LiquidOptics]
Diagonal FOV 83º min
Horizontal FOV 72º min
Vertical FOV 48º min
Distortion 2% pincushion max
Sharpness (MTF50) 0.150 min
Chromatic Aberration 3.0 max
Color accuracy 95% min

1CAM MK5 WITH
SD video over long distances
With the long line driver option, the camera is equipped with a video signal
amplification system specially designed by SubC to compensate signal losses in
extensive lengths of cable, allowing successful transmission of live standard
definition video over coax in depths up to 500m.
This enables operation in unique situations with various types of cable systems.
Attenuation and Gain are adjustable via RS485 through the camera software.

SubC Imaging has created a system that incorporates the field proven
1Cam with Infrared filter and the Red Aquorea lighting to create a toolset
that can view underwater life without disturbing their natural patterns
and behavior.
The 1Cam has a built in infrared filter (IR) that can be enabled or disabled
through the camera’s software. When the camera is used in conjunction
with the Aquorea with Red lighting offers superior underwater low light
capability, undetectable by marine life.
The long wavelength red light is quickly absorbed and extinguished by
the uppermost layers of water, it is because of this fact most deep sea
creatures cannot see red as it is nonexistent in their environment.
Click for sample video
SubC's cameras are able to control our LEDs so this system can be
implemented quickly without complex integration. This gives ROV
operators and Marine Science another capable tool for viewing and
working in the harsh ocean environments.
1CAM MK5 WITH
RED AQUOREA LED
For marine behavior surveys

TECH SUPPORT
Contact information and remote support
Please read this manual carefully before setting-up and using your
unit. The electronic version of this document is the controlled copy.
Therefore all printed versions of this document are uncontrolled.
There are two(2) documents in addition to this manual that will
increase understanding:
1. SubC Smart Camera Manual which was provided on the
USB stick. It contains important info for setting up your
camera
2. SubC Underwater Photography Guide latest version is
always available at the link. A version was also on the USB
stick that shipped with your product
Contact tech support
Telephone
Fax
+ 1 [phone]
+ 1 [phone]
Email
Internet
[email protected]
www.SubCControl.com
Mail SubC Control Ltd
327 Memorial Drive
Clarenville, NL Canada
A5A 1R7
SubC Control Limited reserves the right to change, modify and update designs and
specifications as part of their ongoing product development program.
SubC equipment is designed to work a various depth
ratings on un-manned vehicles. Designs are tested to their
full pressure rating. Production units are pressure tested to
a nominal rating to ensure no leaks. If using our equipment
on vehicles which contain humans, you do so at your own
discretion. Manned submersibles require equipment to
have additional pressure testing to ensure safety

STANDARD WARRANTY
SubC Control Ltd hereinafter referred to as SCL
SCL warrants that at the time of shipment all products shall be free from defects in
material and workmanship and suitable for the purpose specified in the product
literature. The unit/system warranty commences immediately from the date of
customer acceptance and runs for a period of 365 days. Customer acceptance will
always be deemed to have occurred within 72 hours of delivery.
Note: Any customer acceptance testing (if applicable) must be performed at either
SCL premises or at one of their approved distributors unless mutually agreed in
writing prior to dispatch.
Conditions: These include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. The warranty is only deemed to be valid if the equipment was sold through SCL or
one of its approved distributors.
2. The equipment must have been installed and commissioned in strict accordance
with approved technical standards and specifications and for the purpose that the
system was designed.
3. The warranty is not transferable, except or as applies to Purchaser first then to
client.
4. SCL must be notified immediately (in writing) of any suspected defect and if
advised by SCL, the equipment subject to the defect shall be returned by the
customer to SCL. The customer is responsible for all costs associated with shipping
the unit to SCL.
5. The warranty does not cover the transportation of personnel or equipment and
per diem allowances relating to any repair or replacement.
6. The warranty does not apply to defects that have been caused by failure to follow
the recommended installation or maintenance procedures or defects resulting from
normal wear & tear, incorrect operation, fire, water ingress, lightning damage or
fluctuations in vehicles supply voltages, or from any other circumstances that may
arise after delivery that is out of the control of SCL. (Note: The warranty does not apply
in the event where a defect has been caused by isolation incompatibilities.)
7. The warranty does not cover any direct, indirect, punitive, special consequential
damages or any damages whatsoever arising out of or connected with misuse of this
product.
8. The warranty shall become invalid if the customer attempts to repair or modify the
equipment without appropriate written authority being first received from SCL.
9. SCL retains the sole right to accept or reject any warranty claim.
10. Each product is carefully examined and checked before it is shipped. It should
therefore be visually and operationally checked as soon as it is received. If it is
damaged in anyway, a claim should be filed with the courier and SCL notified of the
damage.
11. Note: SCL reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice
and without any obligation to incorporate new features in instruments previously sold.
12. Note: If the instrument is not covered by warranty, or if it is determined that the
fault is caused by misuse, repair costs will be billed to the customer and an estimate of
the repair costs will be submitted for customer approval before the commencement
of repairs.

1CAM MK5 SPECIFICATIONS
All Models
Video recording bitrates and storage:
The following list shows the bitrate, pixels and aspect ratio of each recording mode
for movies (movie + audio, etc).
High-definition image quality (HD):
PS: Max. 28 Mbps 1920 x 1080 60p pixels/16:9
FX: Max. 24 Mbps 1920 x 1080 pixels/16:9
FH: Approx. 17 Mbps (average) 1920 x 1080 pixels/16:9
HQ: Approx. 9 Mbps (average) 1440 x 1080 pixels/16:9
LP: Approx. 5 Mbps (average) 1440 x 1080 pixels/16:9
Standard-definition image quality (SD):
HQ: Approx. 9 Mbps (average) 720 x 480 pixels/16:9, 4:3
The photo file format is compatible with DCF Ver.2.0, Exif Ver.2.3 and MPF Baseline.
Image Storage @ 24.1MP:
352GB: 35,000 images
608GB: 60,000 images
Compression:
The video is compressed with MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
There is also embedded audio: Dolby Digital 2ch/5.1ch Dolby Digital
Sensor: Back-illuminated CMOS
Control: RS232, RS485 and Ethernet
Max Video Record: 1080/60p
Live HD Resolution: 1080/60
Max Still Resolution: 6544 x 3680 [24.3MP]
Depth Rating: 6500m (*bulkhead)
Memory: 608GB (512GB Primary with 96 Backup)
Framerates: 24p/60i/60p
Zoom: 10x Optical
Sensitivity: 1 Lux [Low Lux]
View Angle In Water: 60° (flat port)
Viewport: Scratch resistant sapphire
Focusing System: Manual, Auto
Voltage Range: 15 - 32Vdc (48-72Vdc version available)
Lens:
●Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T
●10 × (Optical)*
●Filter diameter: 52mm
●F1.8 ~ F3.4
●Focal length: * f= 3.8 mm ~ 38.0 mm
* When converted to a 35 mm still camera
●For movies1: 26.0 mm ~ 260 mm (16:9)
●For photos: 26.0 mm ~ 260 mm (16:9)
*when [SteadyShot] is set to [Off]

1CAM MK5 SPECIFICATIONS
SD video, Serial control and USB download
5506-1508 MC-BH-5
[LED/Laser]
1GND GND
2PWR PWR
3Laser TTL
4RS232 Tx / RS485- 0-5v Dim
5Composite Strobe
6USB D- (White)
7RS232 Rx / RS485+
8USB D+ (Green)
Depth Rating: 6500mm Titanium housing
Weight in Water: 2.2Kg
Weight in Air: 3.3 Kg
Video Output: Composite SD
View Angle in Water: 60° w/ flat sapphire port
Max Power: 4Watts when recording HD video
* If using a LED lamp, max draw is 58Watts
Operating Temperature (Air): 0ºC-6hrs, 10ºC-3hrs, 20ºC-2hrs, 30ºC-1hr
* In water runtimes are continuous up to water temperature of 25ºC
Available with Ethernet
downloading
Alternate configurations
available

1CAM MK5 HDC SPECIFICATIONS
HD over Coax, Ethernet control/download, Serial control
MIN-L 1C/6E MC-BH-8
[Ethernet]
MC-BH-5
[LED/Laser]
1GND GND GND
2PWR PWR PWR
3Composite Composite Laser TTL
4N/C 232 Rx 0-5v Dim
5232 Tx / 485+ Ethernet Tx+ Strobe
6232 Rx / 485- Ethernet Tx-
7 Coax HD-SDI Ethernet Rx+
8 Shield GND Ethernet Rx-
Depth Rating: 5800m Titanium housing (depth due to Seacon MIN-L)
Weight in Water: 2.2Kg
Weight in Air: 3.3 Kg
Video Output: HD-SDI over 75Ohm coax, composite SD
View Angle in Water: 60° w/ flat sapphire port
Max Power: 6.5 Watts when recording and transmitting HD video
* If using a LED lamp, max draw is 60.5 Watts
Operating Temperature (Air): 0ºC-4hrs, 10ºC-1.5hrs, 20ºC-1hrs,
30ºC-30mins
* In water runtimes are continuous up to water temperature of 25ºC
Alternate configurations
available

1CAM MK5 HDC SPECIFICATIONS
HD over Coax, USB download, Serial control
MIN-L 1C/6E MC-BH-8 [USB] MC-BH-5
[LED/Laser]
1GND GND GND
2PWR PWR PWR
3Composite Composite Laser TTL
40-5v Dim
5232 Tx / 485+ 232 Tx / 485+ Strobe
6232 Rx / 485- 232 Rx / 485 -
7 Coax HD-SDI USB D- (White)
8 Shield GND USB D+ (Green)
Depth Rating: 5800m Titanium housing (depth due to Seacon MIN-L)
Weight in Water: 2.2Kg
Weight in Air: 3.3 Kg
Video Output: HD-SDI over 75Ohm coax, composite SD
View Angle in Water: 60° w/ flat sapphire port
Max Power: 6.5 Watts when recording and transmitting HD video
* If using a LED lamp, max draw is 60.5 Watts
Operating Temperature (Air): 0ºC-4hrs, 10ºC-1.5hrs, 20ºC-1hrs,
30ºC-30mins
* In water runtimes are continuous up to water temperature of 25ºC
Alternate configurations
available

1CAM MK5 HDF SPECIFICATIONS
HD over Fiber, SD video, Serial control, USB download
5506-1508
[Serial & USB]
MC-BH-5
[LED/Laser]
OPT-F1
1GND GND [HD Video]
Single or
Multi-mode
Various
wavelengths
available
2PWR PWR
3Laser TTL
4RS232 Tx / RS485- 0-5v Dim
5Composite Strobe
6USB D- (White)
7RS232 Rx / RS485+
8USB D+ (Green)
Depth Rating: 5200m Titanium housing (depth due to Seacon OPT-F1)
Weight in Water: 2.2Kg
Weight in Air: 3.3 Kg
Video Output: HD-SDI over fiber optics, composite SD
View Angle in Water: 60° w/ flat sapphire port
Max Power: 9 Watts when recording and transmitting HD video
* If using a LED lamp, max draw is 63 Watts
Operating Temperature (Air): 0ºC-4hrs, 10ºC-1.5hrs, 20ºC-1hrs,
30ºC-30mins
* In water runtimes are continuous up to water temperature of 25ºC
Available with Ethernet
downloading MCBH8

HD-SDI NTSC to PAL CONVERTER
1. Power up the unit with the supplied
power adapter
2. Screen will power up with the Input
Status
a. S is the SDI input, when it has a
signal it will display the Camera's
HD-SDI signal which will be
1080i 59.94
b. H is the HDMI input and can be
used with other converters that
transmit the signal over HDMI.
When it has signal it will display
the HD signal from the camera
c. D is the current Scaling output
format. The format that will come
out of the converter
Dimensions:
79.5mm x 123mm x 29.5mm
Power supply adapter dimensions:
39.45 x 70.36 x 32.78 mm
With power plug, dimensions are:
39.45 x 70.36 x 58 mm
1. To set the Scaling output, use the left and
right arrows to scroll through the menu
until you get Scaling. Press the Enter
button.
2. In the Scaling menu, use the left and right
arrow keys to scroll through the scaling
menu until you get to Output Format.
Press the Enter button to highlight the
output options.
3. Use the left and right arrow keys to scroll
through the different output formats
a. If you are using this camera in a
PAL region, we recommend setting
the converter output format to
1080i 50
b. If you are using SDI in, plug a coax
cable in to 3G/HD/SD SDI Output 1
c. If you are using HDMI in, plug a
HDMI cable into the HDMI output
Selecting your output scaling factor:
Powering up your converter - inputs status:

QUICK START 1CAM MK5
Serial Control, USB Download
Updated manuals and software are on the supplied USB stick. They are also
available by emailing [email protected]
1. Install the software following the SubC Smart Camera Manual, Section 3
2. Connect the camera to interface box
3. Connect the interface box to a computer with a USB to 232 device
4. Connect the interface box to a TV or capture device via video cable
5. If downloading, connect the interface box to a computer with the USB
cable
6. Power on the interface box
7. To operate the camera follow help tooltips within the software
8. Once confirmed operational, go to SubC Smart Camera Manual, Section
7
Warning: Observe operating temperatures when running unit in air. This is an
underwater camera. Corrosion Prevention: Water should not be allowed to
contact the pins on the bulkheads. When not in use, use dummy plugs. If water
touches the pins, use contact cleaner and compressed air to remove the water.
Required Components
Camera SubC Interface Box
Computer Power cable
TV, DVR or Capture device Coax or RCA cable
RS232 or RS485 USB Device USB (A) to USB (A) cable
Power
Video cable
Interface
Box
USB Cable
Capture device
USB to Serial

Updated manuals and software are on the supplied USB stick. They are also
available by emailing [email protected]
1. Install the software following the SubC Smart Camera Manual, Section 3
2. Connect the camera to interface box
3. Connect the interface box to a computer with a Cat5e cable
(note: the camera Ethernet device and computer have to be configured
for static IPv4 for this to work. See instructions in Section 6 )
4. Connect the interface box to a TV or capture device via video cable
5. Power on the interface box
6. To operate the camera follow help tooltips within the software
7. Once confirmed operational, go to SubC Smart Camera Manual, Section
7
Warning: Observe operating temperatures when running unit in air.
This is an underwater camera.
Required Components
Camera SubC Interface Box
Computer Power cable
TV, DVR or Capture device Coax or RCA cable
Cat5e Ethernet Cable
Power
Video cable
Interface
Box
Ethernet
Capture device
QUICK START 1CAM MK5
Ethernet Control and Download

The software has built in help tooltips for normal operation. Advanced
functionality is explained below. Other details can be found in the SubC
Smart Camera Manual.
Focus capabilities
The 1Cam features manual and automatic focus. When there are alot of
particulates in the water column, automatic focus will sometimes begin to
“hunt” changing focus from near to far. In this situation it is necessary to run
the camera in Manual focus mode. The 1Cam software has control built in for
switching from auto to manual and focusing near and far.
Note: Because our control system adjusts the lens, we cannot give feedback
about focus distance and mode. It is up to the operator to determine if an
object is in focus.
HOW TO USE THE CAMERA
Known Limitations
This camera is subject to the limitations of many other stills cameras. See
SubC Underwater Photography Guide for better understanding.
Date/time is kept accurate with a small lithium ion battery. With a month
of inactivity sitting on a shelf it will likely run out of energy. Date/time will
then have to be reset.
E:65:01 and other flashing indicators with the OSD are related to disabled
stabilization. SubC has removed the motors to increased reliability and
make the camera work better in an underwater setting.

REVIEWING IMAGES/VIDEO ON CAMERA
Review Tab
Review button: If the camera is not busy, a screen will be displayed that
shows images and video that are in storage
Navigation wheel: Move around within the review screen. Keyboard
shortcuts are mapped to the arrow keys and the enter key for quicker use
(see next page)
To view videos: Press the Center wheel button or Enter. When reviewing
a video, press the Down button to see the icons shown in the table to the
right
Zoom in: Press the Enter button
Data Display: Shows the metadata while reviewing the images and video
Mode: Switch from stills to video review