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  • Page 1 FASTCAM Nova Hardware Manual...
  • Page 2 The copyright of this manual is held by PHOTRON LIMITED. Product specifications and manual contents are subject to change without notice. PHOTRON LIMITED bears no responsibility for any results by using our products nor by applying this manual to any operations.
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 This chapter explains the system’s specifications. Chapter 4, Product Specifications 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.
  • Page 5 Manual Notation The following icons and symbols are used in the explanations in this manual. Icon/Symbol Description This symbol indicates supplementary items to be aware of when using the software. This symbol indicates the location of a reference. 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.
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 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.
  • Page 8 Caution ■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.
  • Page 9 Caution ■This system has a handle, but this assumes use of camera installation and transportation. When recording, please fix the equipment using a stand, tripod, etc and do not record with the handle being carried. ■When installing the camera with a tripod, please check the tripod load capacity and be careful not to exceed the load bearing capacity.
  • Page 10 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) This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 2014/30/EU (Class A) on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility.
  • Page 11 Cleaning of the Image Sensor Surface 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.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Contents Capter 1 Setup 1.1. About the System’s Components and Accessories ......... 2 Components ................2 1.1.1. Accessories/Options ..............2 1.1.2. Type ..................3 1.1.3. 1.2. Part Names ..................4 Camera Body ................. 4 1.2.1. Camera Body Part Names ............5 1.2.2.
  • Page 13 Camera Body ............... 46 3.2.1. AC Power Supply Unit ............54 3.2.2. Capter 4 Warranty 4.1. About the Warranty ................ 56 Capter 5 Contacting Photron 5.1. Contact Information ................ 58 A. Appendix エラー! ブックマークが定義されていません。 A.1. Reference Information ... エラー! ブックマークが定義されていません。...

  • Page 14: Capter 1 Setup

    Capter 1 Setup This chapter gives an overview of the components that make up the system. It also explains a list of items that should be checked before using the system.

  • Page 15: About The System's Components And Accessories

    Refer to the attached packing list for this product's standard components and accessories. 1.1.2. Accessories/Options The following options are available for the system. Specialized Spear Power Supply Connector (for Custom Cable) FASTCAM Nova Specialized Carrying Case Specialized Canon EF Remote Control Mount Specialized FAST Drive Holder FAST Drive Cable (30cm)

  • Page 16: Type

    • 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 exporting your camera, check with Photron first. Contact information is given in "Capter 5 Contacting Photron5.1", 57 page.

  • Page 17: Part Names

    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 the camera body and the AC power adapter Do not expose the camera body, AC power adapter and other optional components to shock.

  • Page 18: Camera Body Part Names

    DEF:TRIG TTL IN OU TPUT 1 DEF:SYNC OUT BATTERY DC22-32V OU TPUT 2 DEF:TRIG TTL OUT EXT-SSD Secondary Power Supply FAST Drive Connector Connector DC IN 22-32V GIGABIT ETHERNET Primary Power Supply Gigabit Ethernet Connector LAN Cable Connector FASTCAM Nova...
  • Page 19 GtypeF Mount, with FAST Drive Holder FAST Drive Holder HD -SDI TR IG S W IN IR IG I N IN PUT 1 DEF:SYNC IN IN PUT 2 DEF:TRIG TTL IN OU TPUT 1 DEF:SYNC OUT OU TPUT 2 DEF:TRIG TTL OUT FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 20: Interchangeable Lens Mount

    Remove the G type F Mount portion as a unit. Install the C Mount unit using the bolts with hexagonal holes in the 90° diagonal holes. After installation, always verify that the unit is not loose and does not rattle. C Mount GtypeF Mount (Standard) FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 21: Status Display Leds On The Rear Of The Camera Body

    ◼ During the Gigabit Ethernet interface initialization LEDs other than POWER (Green) and GIGABIT ETHERNET (Red) blink at alternately from right to left three times and from left to right three times. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 22: Power Supply Connector, Dc Cable

    Power connector(Body side) Pin Diagram Pin Diagram Pin Diagram GMA.1B.054.DN JJB1156 FGJ.1B.304.CYMD62Z Connector Connector Model Name Signal Name Name (Manufacturer) Power connector FGJ.1B.304.CYMD62Z (LEMO) （Body side） DC cable GMA.1B.054.DN (LEMO) （Connector side） DC cable JJB1156 (LEMO) （Adapter side） FASTCAM Nova...
  • Page 23 IEC/EN 61010-1 3rd Edition (compiled with CI. 6.3 and CI. 2.5), and separated from the main circuit by double insulation or reinforced insulation. Although this system is compatible with outdoor use, the AC power supply unit is Warning not outdoor compatible. When using it outdoors, prepare another power supply. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 24: Gigabit Ethernet Connector

    The maximum cable length between the PC and the system is, compliant to the 1000BASE-T specification, up to 100 m. One PC can connect to a maximum of 64 Photron Gigabit Ethernet interface equipped cameras using a hub. When connecting multiple devices, connect through a switching hub that can connect at 1000BASE-T.

  • Page 25: Ext-Ssd Connector

    The EXT-SSD connector is for connecting the FAST Drive for saving data. Use the optional FAST Drive exclusive cable to connect the FAST Drive. • For details on how to use it, please refer to “FAST Drive / FAST Dock User’s Manual”. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 26: Reset Switch

    • To reset to the factory default, press and hold the RESET switch until all of LEDs blink after 3 times turning off from top to bottom. • If pressing and holding the RESET switch is stopped when the LEDs’ turning off from top to bottom is finished 1 time, only an IP address is reset. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 27: Input / Output Signal Types

    BNC connector’s shield and a center pin (switch closure). The center pin normally has voltage flowing through it. Use caution to avoiding contact with other pins. Connector Name Menu Signal (Input System) TRIG SW IN None Contact signal FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 28: Input 1/2

    Input the signal with negative polarity. FET Input 0V - +12V (H By inputting during recording, "Event level +3.3V to +12V), EVENT NEG marker" is displayed separately from Negative Polarity the trigger point in the data after recording. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 29: Io Input Circuit Diagram

    1.3.3. IO INPUT Circuit Diagram FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 30: Output 1/2

    Outputs a signal at L level during the trigger wait state. +5V CMOS output, Negative READY NEG (READY in START mode.) Only valid Polarity during START, CENTER, END, and MANUAL modes. When using 50 cm cable from the signal generator to the camera FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 31: Using External Synchronization Signals

    • When changing to the "ON OTHER" setting without inputting the synchronization signal, the state will be "50Hz(E-Sync)". After that, even if you input the synchronization signal, it will operate at 50 Hz so please execute "ON OTHER" setting again after inputting the synchronization signal. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 32: Synchronization With A Variable Frequency

    • When an input sync signal is variable, or when it exceeds the upper limit frequency, the output image quality might be worse. • If this phenomenon happens, the image quality can be recovered by reducing about 16 to 40 pixels of vertical resolution. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 33: Signal Delay

    Example: For a frame rate of 1,000 fps, SYNC OUT TIMES setting of 2. 1,000 fps Synchronization Signal SYNC OUT Output Example: For a frame rate of 1,000 fps, SYNC OUT TIMES setting of 4. 1,000 fps Synchronization Signal SYNC OUT Output FASTCAM Nova...
  • Page 34 90,001fps 500,000fps ～ x8, x10, x20 and x30 are unavailable 500,001fps 1,000,000fps ～ • The following signal input cannot be accepted during the delay period。 • Export-controlled model type is subject to certain restriction on the frame rate. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 35: Irig In

    At that time, the counter is the camera’s internal counter and it continues to count. • Limitation of use of IRIG code With the Image Trigger function, IRIG code cannot be used when the specified number of frames is 32 or fewer in RANDOM CENTER or RANDOM MANUAL trigger mode. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 36: Irig-Sync Operation

    IRIG - 1PPS EXPOSURE CAM_V ：IRIG code that is input to the camera IRIG-B ：1PPS timing of the IRIG code IRIG-1PPS EXPOSURE ：Exposure to the camera sensor (exposure is indicated by high duration) ：Camera’s vertical sync signal CAM_V FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 37: Device Connections

    The minimum connection for using the camera is as follows. PC with PFV installed LAN cable (Gigabit Ethernet) DC cable AC Power cord AC power adapter Refer to “Photron FASTCAM Viewer 4 User’s Manual” for software operation. • FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 38: Connecting A Video Monitor

    Connect a video input connector on a HD-SDI monitor to the “HD-SDI” connector with a BNC cable. Video Monitor, etc., Video Device HD-SDI connector (BNC) The HD-SDI (High Definition Serial Digital Interface) output. Resolution Frequency 30Hz 1080p 25Hz • Use 5C-FB specification cables for HD-SDI output FASTCAM Nova...
  • Page 39 How to open the FAST Drive holder This section explains how to open the FAST Drive holder. ① Pull out the flap (black part) of the FAST Drive holder as shown in the following figure. ② Open the outside. FASTCAM Nova...
  • Page 40 Remove the screws (2 top and 2 bottom) that attach the FAST Drive holder. ② Remove the FAST Drive holder. ① ① ② ① ① ③ Remove the screws (2 top) that attach the Carrying handle. ④ Remove the Carrying handle. ③ ③ ④ FASTCAM Nova...
  • Page 41 FAST Drive holder to the top panel, or do not store FAST Drive in a dedicated FAST Drive holder. • Since the fan is on the right side as seen from the front of the main unit, the FAST Drive holder can not be mounted on this side. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 42: Capter 2 Recording

    Capter 2 Recording This chapter explains operations related to recording.

  • Page 43: Selecting Frame Rate/ Resolution

    Restricting resolution enables higher speed recording. It also reduces data amount and then it enables longer time shooting/recording. • For the detailed setting, refer to "3.1.5 Frame Rate and Resolution", page 37. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 44: Selecting Shutter Speed

    • By activating "Low Frame Rate Function" from PFV, it is possible to apply a shutter of less than 1/1,000 seconds. However, with exposure shorter than 1/1,000 seconds, the image quality will degrade significantly. For 2 to 30 fps, only 1/frame seconds can be set. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 45: Capter 3 Product Specifications

    Capter 3 Product Specifications This chapter explains the system’s specifications.

  • Page 46: Specifications

    TTL (+3.3 to +12V), contact Other Output Signals Other timing signal outputs External Control Gigabit Ethernet IF(PC) HD SDI (Compliant with SMPTE 292M) Video Output Signal 1080p ・・・ 30Hz, 25Hz With digital zoom, scroll, fit functions Digital Interface Gigabit Ethernet(1000BASE-T) FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 47: Random Reset Delay/ Dead Time

    320,000 360,000 400,000 450,000 • During random reset recording, please trigger from either PFV or external input. If trigger is input from both, malfunction may occur. • The same condition applies to all models of S12, S9, S6. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 48: Other Supported Function

    *When using at the frame rate in the vicinity of the limit value when synchronizing the external device, the SYNC OUT TIMES may be limited due to the error of the input frequency. • Refer to "Photron FASTCAM Viewer 4 User's Manual" for other functions. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 49: General Specifications

    AC Adapter 0.8kg 1.7 lbs Photron has verified two types of AC cables, type A (standard for Japan, USA, Canada, etc.) and type SE (standard for Germany, France, etc.). However, when those cables cannot properly receive power when plugged in, use the proper AC cable for the region's standards and verify that AC cable works properly.

  • Page 50: Frame Rate And Resolution

    720,000 750,000 900,000 1,000,000 The ✔ mark indicates a possible setting. Light blue items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate. This table shows default settings. Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting feature. FASTCAM Nova...
  • Page 51 900,000 ✔ 1,000,000 ✔ The ✔ mark indicates a possible setting. Light blue items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate. This table shows default settings. Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting feature. FASTCAM Nova...
  • Page 52 480,000 576,000 750,000 900,000 The ✔ mark indicates a possible setting. Light blue items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate. This table shows default settings. Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting feature. FASTCAM Nova...
  • Page 53 750,000 ✔ 900,000 ✔ The ✔ mark indicates a possible setting. Light blue items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate. This table shows default settings. Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting feature. FASTCAM Nova...
  • Page 54 400,000 500,000 576,000 800,000 The ✔ mark indicates a possible setting. Light blue items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate. This table shows default settings. Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting feature. FASTCAM Nova...
  • Page 55 576,000 ✔ 800,000 ✔ The ✔ mark indicates a possible setting. Light blue items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate. This table shows default settings. Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting feature. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 56: Shutter Speed List

    1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000 5,000 6,000 7,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 12,000 14,000 16,000 18,000 20,000 25,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 300,000 400,000 500,000 600,000 700,000 800,000 950,000 1,500,000 2,000,000 3,000,000 4,800,000 FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 57: Recordable Image Count/ Resolution

    512 x 256 43,498 87,189 174,570 349,333 384 x 256 57,998 116,252 232,760 465,777 384 x 240 61,864 124,002 248,278 496,829 256 x 256 86,997 174,378 349,141 698,666 * Recording Time = Rec. Frames x 1/frame rate (fps) FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 58: Recordable Image Count/Resolution

    512 x 256 80,000 0.544 1.090 2.182 4.367 384 x 256 90,000 0.644 1.292 2.586 5.175 384 x 240 100,000 0.619 1.240 2.483 4.968 256 x 256 115,200 0.755 1.514 3.031 6.065 The unit in the chart is seconds. FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 59: Dimensions

    3.2. Dimensions 3.2.1. Camera Body FASTCAM Nova (G type F mount, without FAST Drive holder) (mm) （Rear View） （Top View） 2-1/4-20UNC DEPTH6 193.2 （Front View） （Left Side View） 172.7 22.7 38.8 35.9 11.3 217.2 40.5 (240.9) （Right Side View） （Bottom View）...
  • Page 60 FASTCAM Nova (C mount, without FAST Drive holder) (mm) （Rear View） （Top View） 2-1/4-20UNC DEPTH6 193.2 HD- SDI TRI G SW IN IRI G IN INP UT 1 DEF:SYNC IN INP UT 2 DEF:TRIG TTL IN OUT PUT 1 DEF:SYNC OUT...
  • Page 61 FASTCAM Nova (EF mount, without FAST Drive holder) (mm) （Rear View） （Top View） 2-1/4-20UNC DEPTH6 193.2 HD- SDI TRI G SW IN IRI G IN INP UT 1 DEF:SYNC IN INP UT 2 DEF:TRIG TTL IN OUT PUT 1 DEF:SYNC OUT...
  • Page 62 FASTCAM Nova (G type F mount, with FAST Drive holder) (mm) （Rear View） （Top View） 193.2 2-1/4-20UNC DEPTH6 HD -SDI TR IG S W IN IR IG I N IN PUT 1 DEF:SYNC IN IN PUT 2 DEF:TRIG TTL IN...
  • Page 63 FASTCAM Nova (C mount, with FAST Drive holder) (mm) （Rear View） （Top View） 193.2 2-1/4-20UNC DEPTH6 HD-S DI TRIG SW IN IRIG IN INPU T 1 DEF:SYNC IN INPU T 2 DEF:TRIG TTL IN OUTP UT 1 DEF:SYNC OUT OUTP UT 2 DEF:TRIG TTL OUT 95.4...
  • Page 64 FASTCAM Nova (EF mount, with FAST Drive holder) (mm) （Top View） （Rear View） 193.2 2-1/4-20UNC DEPTH6 HD-S DI TRIG SW IN IRIG IN INPU T 1 DEF:SYNC IN INPU T 2 DEF:TRIG TTL IN OUTP UT 1 DEF:SYNC OUT OUTP UT 2 DEF:TRIG TTL OUT 95.4...
  • Page 65 Sensor position (GtypeF mount) (mm) 17.86(Image Sensor Position) 1.1(Sensor Cover Glass) Sensor position (C mount) (mm) 46.8(Image Sensor Position) 1.1(Sensor Cover Glass) FASTCAM Nova...
  • Page 66 Sencor position (EF mount) (mm) 44.3(Image Sensor Position) 1.1(Sensor Cover Glass) FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 67: Ac Power Supply Unit

    3.2.2. AC Power Supply Unit (mm) FASTCAM Nova...

  • Page 68: Capter 4 Warranty

    Capter 4 Warranty This chapter explains about the warranty.

  • Page 69: About The Warranty

    Consumable goods (cables) ④ When repair, adjustment, or alternation done by an entity other than Photron service has been performed on the system, or damage or malfunction that is determined to be attributed to a fault in the use the product.

  • Page 70: Capter 5 Contacting Photron

    Capter 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.

  • Page 71: Contact Information

    5.1. Contact Information For inquiries related to FASTCAM Nova, contact Photron at one of the contact points listed below. Additionally, the following items will be required for verification when inquiring. You are kindly asked to prepare them in advance. Items Verified...
  • Page 72 FASTCAM Nova Hardware Manual Revision 4.00E Publication Date: November,2018 Publisher: PHOTRON LIMITED 21F, Jimbocho Mitsui Bldg., 1-105 Kandajimbocho, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 101-0051 © 201 8.P H O TR ON LI MI TE D , Al l r ights res er ved . P rin ted in Ja pan.

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