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- Page 1 QCR-Z Operator's Guide Document Number: 20-21-2001 AGFA Agfa Matrix Division One Ramland Road, Orangeburg NY, USA 10962...
- Page 2 AGFA AGFA MATRIX DIVISION CHAPTER INDEX QCR-Z 1. PRE-INSTALLATION Operator's Guide 2. CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS 3. INSTALLATION 4. OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS 5. ADDENDUM UNIT SERIAL NUMBER:...
- Page 3 Agfa Matrix Sales and Service Offices AGFA CORPORATION AGFA MATRIX FIELD SERVICE AGFA MATRIX DIVISION SALES One Ramland Road One Ramland Road Orangeburg, New York Orangeburg, New York USA 10962 USA 10962 TELEPHONE: (914) 365-0202 TELEPHONE: (914) 365-0190 TELEX: 178339...
- Page 4 Revision Record Title: QCR-Z Operator's Guide Document Number: 20-21-2001 Effective Date Revision Description Initial release for printing. July 5 , 1989 October 23, 1989 Revised specifications listed in Section 1. Revised installation section to include description July 16, 1990 of buffered and unbuffered mode use.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents PRE-INSTALLATION CHAPTER 1 Inspection ....... . Unpacking Instructions ..... Inventory of Accessory Kit . - Page 6 Contents, continued CHAPTER 4 OPERATOR'S INSTRUCTIONS Warm Up Sequence ..... . . Handling the Film Modules ....Removing the M35 Module .
- Page 8 Pre-lnstallation This chapter contains important information concerning the QCR-Z's power, space, and environmental requirements. Read this section carefully and determine whether your site meets all of these requirements before you attempt to install the film recorder. Chapter 1 gives additional instructions on •...
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Page 9: Inspection
Open all packages within 15 days of receipt for a complete inspec- tion of the consignment. • Report concealed damage to the carrier within 15 days of receipt or the carrier may not accept liability. PACKING LIST Figure 1-1. Receiving Inspection QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4... -
Page 10: Unpacking Instructions
• Save all shipping materials in case the unit requires additional transportation. FIND ENCLOSED ACCESSORIES REMOVE ALL LIFT UNIT OUT OF PACKING STAPLES AND PLACE ON A SECURE SURFACE Figure 1-2. Unpacking the Film Recorder QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4... -
Page 11: Inventory Of Accessory Kit
The packing list attached to the shipping carton lists the exact contents of your accessory kit. Figure 1-3 will help you identify each component. Item Quantity Description Power cord Operator's Guide (this manual) Factory test films Figure 1-3. Accessory Kit Components QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4... -
Page 12: Physical Dimensions
Pre-lnstallation PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS The unit weighs approximately 84 pounds (38kg). Note: These dimensions do not include the camera module. Figure 1-4. Cabinet Dimensions QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4... -
Page 13: Space Requirements
Pre-lnstallation SPACE REQUIREMENTS The QCR-Z can be positioned on a table or sturdy shelf in a space only slightly larger than the outer dimensions of the cabinet itself. However, for servicing the unit you should provide an area of at least 20 square feet (48" x 60") for service access. -
Page 14: Environmental Specifications
Volts AC 220 -240 VAC: 1.0 AMP Slo-Blo AGENCY APPROVALS All units will meet F.C.C. specifications according to CFR 47. Docket 20780 part 15 subchapter J for class A operation with respect to EMI/RFI emissions. QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4... -
Page 15: M35 Module Specifications (35Mm Camera)
>100 ASA / 21 DIN D. Color Balance: Daylight E. Image Dimension (Horiz): 246mm F. Image Dimension (Vertical): 185mm G. Tolerance: +/- 5% H. Scaling Factor (Horiz/Vert): 17 pixels/mm in 4K mode (2K not supported) QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4... -
Page 16: Controls And Connectors
Chapter 2 describes the front panel user controls and rear panel electrical connectors. Here you will find a description of each switch and connector and its related function to the QCR-Z film recorder. Use this chapter as a reference section to Chapter 3- Installation, and Chapter 4- Operator's Instructions. -
Page 17: User Controls And Display
Controls and Connectors USER CONTROLS AND DISPLAY The following text describes the QCR-Z's front panel user controls. Familiarize yourself with each control and its function. POWER ON - OFF SWITCH Pressing in the top half of this switch turns on the film recorder and illuminates the lamp inside the power switch. -
Page 18: Status And Error Indicators
ERROR INDICATOR ERROR This indicator illuminates if there is a software problem with the QCR-Z or the host. Some combination of the RED, GREEN, and BLUE indicators will be lit, telling you where the problem is. QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4... - Page 19 Controls and Connectors STATUS AND ERROR INDICATORS (CONTINUED) POWER ON - OFF INDICATOR This indicator is lit while the QCR-Z is powered on. READY INDICATOR This indicator illuminates when the QCR-Z is ready to record an image. REMOTE INDICATOR This indicator illuminates while the QCR-Z is receiving image data from the host computer.
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Page 20: Power And Signal Connector Panel
This is the IEEE-488 1978 standard interface connector for the host computer. Image data and commands travel between the host computer and the QCR-Z through the GPIB cable. 2. POWER INPUT RECEPTACLE This is the connector for the AC line power. You connect the receptacle end of the molded power cord to the power input receptacle. - Page 21 Controls and Connectors This page is intentionally left blank. QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4...
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Page 22: Chapter 3 Installation
Installation Chapter 3 instructs you on how to properly install the QCR-Z film recorder. You should install the unit in a location which meets the power, space, and environmental requirements given in Chapter 1. Before installing the QCR-Z, familiarize yourself with the function and operation of each control and connector described in Chapter 2. -
Page 23: Making The Connections
• Connect the molded end of the power cord (included in the accessory kit) to the a.c. receptacle on the QCR-Z's rear panel. Connect the three-prong end to a power line outlet sharing a common ground with the unit or a wall outlet having a common ground. -
Page 24: Checking The Line Voltage (120/220Vac)
• Ensure that the POWER switch is in the OFF position, and that the power cord is removed from the receptacle on the back of the QCR-Z. • Slide the clear plastic safety cover to the left, exposing the voltage selector board. -
Page 25: Connecting The Interface Cable
Installation CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE The GPIB cable provides the link that allows the QCR-Z and the host computer to communicate with each other. Plug the 24 pin GPIB cable (supplied by the host computer) into the connector on the back of the QCR-Z. Secure the connector in pace by tightening the screws on either side of the connector. -
Page 26: Programming The Gpib Device Address
QCR-Z. If your bus speed is less than 8Mhz, the QCR-Z should be set to "buffered" mode. Buffered mode activates a two scan line (8K) memory within the QCR-Z. - Page 27 Installation Figure 3-3. Setting The GPIB Device Address QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4...
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Page 28: Chapter 4 Operator's Instructions
Operator's Instructions Chapter 4 instructs you on routine operating procedures including: • Powering the film recorder on and observing its warm up and self test routines • Loading and unloading the camera modules • Interpreting status and error messages, and taking corrective action if you have a problem. -
Page 29: Warm Up Sequence
WARM UP SEQUENCE IMPORTANT Allow the QCR-Z to warm up for at least 20 minutes before you begin imaging. The QCR-Z's front panel LED indicators will begin flashing after you turn the unit on. The QCR-Z will perform internal intensity calibrations for red, green and blue according to the type film module you are using. -
Page 30: Handling The Film Modules
Operator Instructions HANDLING THE FILM MODULES The M35 Module To prevent dust build-up on the face of the QCR-Z's CRT, you should leave a camera module installed in the unit at all times. Removing the M35 Module To remove the M35 module from the QCR-Z, perform the following steps: •... -
Page 31: Inserting The M35 Module
To insert the M35 module in the QCR-Z, perform the following steps: • Power off the QCR-Z and open the smoked plastic door of the module. • Reach inside the module and rotate the module latches to the open position (the handles will point toward each other). -
Page 32: Loading Film Into The 35Mm Camera
Many of its automatic features are not needed, and the camera has been factory-modified so that they are disabled. To load film into the camera, power the QCR-Z on, and perform the following steps: Locate the back cover release on the left side of the camera. - Page 33 Operator Instructions Loading Film Into The 35mm Camera (continued) Send the load film command from the host to ready the QCR-Z for imaging. * The load film command will: Advance the film. Reset the Frame counter to 1. Clear the end of film condition.
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Page 34: Unloading 35Mm Film
Slide lever downward Figure 4-5. Unloading Film from the Chinon Camera Send the unload film command from the host or use the QCR-Z's front panel controls to initiate an unload film sequence. To do this, push the TEST button down on the front panel until the unit beeps three times. -
Page 35: The M120 Module
LATCH Figure 4-6. Major Components of the M120 Module Removing the M120 Module To remove the M120 module from the QCR-Z, perform the following steps: • Power off the QCR-Z. • Rotate the module latches to the open position. • Slide the module out of the QCR-Z. -
Page 36: Inserting The M120 Module
To insert the M120 module in the QCR-Z, perform the following steps: • Rotate the module latches to the open position. • Slide the module into the QCR-Z and set the latches to the locked position. • Power on the QCR-Z. -
Page 37: Loading Film Into The M120 Module
Operator Instructions Loading Film Into The M120 Module QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4 4-10... -
Page 38: The M240 Module
The M240 module handles 8x10 Polaroid 809 instant print film. It uses the industry standard 8x10 film holder and will accommodate 8x10 sheet film using Lisco cassettes. The QCR-Z automatically defaults to the 4K mode when you install the M240 module. Figure 4-9. Major Components of the M240 Module... -
Page 39: Inserting The M120 Module
To insert the M240 module in the QCR-Z, perform the following steps: • Rotate the module latches to the open position. • Slide the module into the QCR-Z and set the latches to the locked position. • Power on the QCR-Z. -
Page 40: Loading Film Into The M240 Module
• Ensure that the darkslide is closed. Remove the film sleeve by pulling the film from the side marked with the three arrows. Try not to pull the sleeve from the side, this may cause the film to skew. 4-13 QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4... -
Page 41: Recording Internal Test Patterns
You should image the internal test pattern only after you turn the QCR-Z on, and allow the system to warm up for at least twenty minutes. Upon power up the QCR-Z does the following: •... - Page 42 Operator Instructions Figure 4-12. Internal Test Patterns 4-15 QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4...
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Page 43: Imaging Test Pattern 0
When this occurs, the QCR-Z will image test pattern 0 onto the film. If you wish to view the the test pattern as it scans on the QCR-Z's CRT, power off the QCR-Z and remove the module. Power the film recorder on and wait for its warmup routine to finish. -
Page 44: Error And Fault Codes
Operator Instructions ERROR AND FAULT CODES The QCR-Z uses its front panel LED array for reporting errors and faults. If you are using the Matrix MVP card in the host computer, the error messages will be also be displayed in Hexadecimal on the Foreground screen message window. - Page 45 Operator Instructions Secondary Error Codes Primary Error Code LUT checksum Failure Internal ROM checksum failure - geometry correction Internal ROM checksum failure RAM failure during bit set/reset test RAM failure during all values test = MEMORY RAM failure during mux test FAULT RAM failure during A55A test COMPUTER DISPLAY = 91...
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Page 46: Operator Instructions
COMPUTER DISPLAY = 81 = UNEXPECTED DATA BYTE COMPUTER DISPLAY = 82 = ILLEGAL COMMAND BYTE COMPUTER DISPLAY = 83 = ILLEGAL DATA BYTE COMPUTER DISPLAY = 84 = COMMAND INTERRUPT COMPUTER DISPLAY = 85 4-19 QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4... - Page 47 Operator Instructions This page is intentionally left blank. QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4 4-20...
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Page 48: Chapter 5 Addendum
Addendum This chapter contains a system overview of the QCR-Z that describes its basic operating principles. It may contain additional information that is added at the time the manual is shipped from the Publications Department. QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4... -
Page 49: System Overview
The host computer assigns an eight-bit binary value to each piece of image data it sends the the QCR-Z. The QCR-Z stores this value in its RAM memory, and modifies it through the use of color look up tables to compensate for the non-linear characteristics of the imaging process and the film. - Page 50 Addendum Figure A-1. Major Components of the QCR-Z QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4...
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Page 51: Data Structures
Pixel mode is the data structure that sends image data pixel by pixel to the QCR-Z. An example of the amount of data that would be required for a 4K, 35mm pixel mode image is as follows: EACH LINE REQUIRES 4096 BYTES OF PIXEL DATA. -
Page 52: Black Jumping
Brightness levels are software selectable and are determined by the imaging mode and the camera module that you are using. A 4K image requires a lower brightness level than the same image in the 2K mode. The QCR-Z supports nine different brightness levels to accommodate the various camera modules. - Page 53 It reads the type of camera module that you are using, and loads the brightness levels into memory. If you power the film recorder on and no camera module is attached, the QCR-Z defaults to the 35mm brightness levels.
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Page 54: Lookup Tables
The film's GAMMA response must be compensated in order to produce a linear image on film. The eight bit data for one image line enters the QCR-Z and is stored in its static RAM memory. When the data is read from the... - Page 55 5. Polaroid LUTs = properly compensated for Polaroid 559 film (4K mode). 7. Polaroid LUTs = properly compensated for Polaroid 809 film (4K mode). The QCR-Z determines the appropriate lookup tables soon after you power it on. It reads the type of camera module that you are using, and loads the brightness levels into memory.
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Page 56: Custom Brightness Levels And Lookup Tables
When you do this, it overwrites the default values and replaces them with the custom tables that the host computer sends. Keep in mind that the QCR-Z's internal test patterns have been written to be used with the default LUTs. Using custom lookup tables may degrade the color quality of the internal test patterns. - Page 57 Addendum This page is intentionally left blank. QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4 5-10...