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  • Page 1 FASTCAM SA-X2 Hardware Manual Rev. 4.00E...
  • 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 • 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. FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 5 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. FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • 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 • 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. FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 8 ■The rubber foot used in this product might be hydrolyzed if it is stored or used in a high humidity environment for a long time. Moreover, it might be hot melted if it is stored or used in a high temperature environment for a long time. FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 9 30/EU (Class A) on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 10 (IPA) with optical wipes of ʻclean roomʼ 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.) FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 11 To assist in preventing data lost by a system shutdown induced from a lightning surge and the like, please add the supplied ferrite core to the power cable approximately 200 mm (approximately 8 inches) from the system connector. The power cable should pass through the core three times. Please see illustrations below. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    3.1.9 Shutter Speed List (13.5K mode OFF / Uncertain interval extension: Enable) ..57 3.1.10 Recordable Image Count/Resolution (12bit) ..........58 3.1.11 Recordable Image Count/Resolution (8bit)........... 59 3.1.12 Recordable Times/Resolution (12bit)............60 3.1.13 Recordable Times/Resolution (8bit)............. 61 3.2 Dimensions ................... 62 FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 13 3.2.2 AC Power Supply Unit ................. 66 3.2.3 I/O Cable ....................66 Chapter 4 Warranty ..............67 4.1 About the Warranty ............... 68 Chapter 5 Contacting Photron ........... 69 5.1 Contact Information ............... 70 A. Appendix ................71 A.1 Reference Information ..............72 A.1.1 Relative Spectral Response (monochrome) ............

  • Page 14: Chapter 1 Setup

    Chapter 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 Systemʼs Components And Accessories

    2. Remote Controller with LCD for SA-X2/SA-Z 3. EF Remote Controll Mount Option for SA-Z 4. FASTCAM SA-Z Specialized Carrying Case 5. Photron Trigger Box 6. Mount with Filter changer (3 type) 7. Mount with Filter changer (1 type) Use only the components and accessories/options specified on the "1.1 About the Systemʼs Components and Accessories"...

  • Page 16: Type

    1.1.3 Type For the FASTCAM SA-X2 system, there are monochrome and color versions, and for each of these versions, there are 8 GB standard memory capacity type and 16 GB (or 32GB, 64GB, 128GB) high capacity type. When purchasing, it is possible to select from these models according to the application or your demands.

  • Page 17: Part Names

    1.2 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

    1.2.2 Camera Body Part Names FASTCAM SA-X2 Handle ヘッダ G type F Mount Front Front Handle Status Indicator LEDs POWER SW Power Switch USER SW Programmable Switch GIGABIT ETHER Gigabit Ethernet LAN Cable Connector VIDEO OUT Video Output Connector KEYPAD...
  • Page 19 FASTCAM SA-X2 RV Handle G type F Mount Front Front Handle Status Indicator LEDs POWER SW Power Switch USER SW Programmable Switch GIGABIT ETHER Gigabit Ethernet LAN Cable Connector VIDEO OUT Video Output Connector KEYPAD HD SDI KEYPAD Connector HD SDI Output Connector...

  • Page 20: Interchangeable Lens Mounts

    3. Install the C Mount unit using the bolts with hexagonal holes in the 90° diagonal holes. 4. After installation, always verify that the unit is not loose and does not rattle. C Mount G type F Mount FASTCAM SA-X2...

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

    LEDs other than POWER (green) and IF LINK/TRANS (red) blink alternately from right to left and from left to right a number of times. For how to initialize the Gigabit Ethernet interface, refer to "1.2.5 Programmable Switch (USER SW)", page 22. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 22: Programmable Switch (User Sw)

    • For resetting only "Camera IP Address", release pressing on USER1 before 15 seconds pass. • On the firmware ver. 1.13 or earlier, pressing and holding USER1 for more than 10 seconds will result in Gigabit Ethernet Interface Initialization, and for more than 15 seconds will result in Camera IP Address Initialization. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 23: Rs-422 Serial Control

    For details, check the command list. Serial control commands are available as separate list of commands. Please contact Photron or the dealer where the system was purchased regarding the command list. A cable is also not offered as an accessory. When using RS-422 control, construct a cable using the pin diagram below for reference.

  • Page 24: Power Supply Connector, Dc Cable

    Please use a external power supply with the suitable rating which was estimated by IEC/EN 61010-1 3 Edition (compiled with CI. 6.3 and CI. 2.5), and separated from the main circuit by double insulation or reinforced insulation. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 25: Gigabitethernet Connector

    255.255.255.0 GATEWAY ADDRESS: 0.0.0.0 PORT: 2000 (Fixed, not changeable) Photron recommends using an STP cable over long distances or in noisy locations. 1.2.9 SD Memory Card Slots These slots are for an SD Memory Card to save image data. Insert an SD Memory Card which is on the market.

  • Page 26: I/O Port Connector

    Use extreme caution as there is a risk of damage to both devices, the input device and the output device. I/O PORT (Camera Body) AA3L0C-P26RF00-0000 For the signal which can be inputted, refer to "1.3 Input / Output Signal Types", page 28. FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 27 ECJ.2B.326.CLD FGJ2B326CLLD92Z I/O PORT (LEMO) (LEMO) GENERAL OUT1 RESERVE RESERVE RESERVE GENERAL IN TRIGGER SW +18 - +36V +18 - +36V +18 - +36V Pin 3, 15, 16, 19, 26's GND signal is the common ground for BNC. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 28: Input / Output Signal Types

    This trigger is input during the READY or ENDLESS recording state by contact between the 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 SA-X2...

  • Page 29: Sync In Connector

    +2.5V to +12V), Positive Polarity (including other Photron products). Synchronizes to a negative polarity signal from FET Input 0V - +12V (H level ON OTHERS NEG an external device (including other Photron +2.5V to +12V), Negative Polarity products). 1.3.4 GENERAL IN Connector The effect when a signal is input is described below, and can be optionally selected and set.

  • Page 30: Synchronization With A Variable Frequency

    60Hz (50Hz) following to the input signal, even under the recording mode. • When an input sync signal is variable, 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 SA-X2...
  • Page 31 • TRIG TTL IN, GENERAL TTL IN, TRIG SW IN, SYNC IN Circuit Diagram FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 32: Trig Ttl Out Connector

    For TRIG TTL IN POS, Positive Polarity. approx. 40nsec For TRIG TTL IN NEG, TRIG TTL IN through output TTL IN THRU approx. 53nsec CMOS (74ACT541 buffer) output, Negative Polarity. When using 50 cm cable from the signal generator to the camera FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 33: General Out (1, 2, 3) Connector

    Outputs pulse signals for frame straddling STRADDLING +5V CMOS output, Positive Polarity (PIV). When using 50 cm cable from the signal generator to the camera When using as a part of a system, verify the characteristics of the output signals before using them. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 34: Irig Time Code (External Time Synchronization)

    The IRIG offset time is also displayed below it. When the IRIG code is not being input, the IRIG code is displayed in grey. At that time, the counter is the cameraʼs internal counter and it continues to count. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 35: Irig-Sync Operation

    : Exposure to the camera sensor (exposure is indicated by high duration) CAM_V : Cameraʼs vertical sync signal For the setting about the function, refer to the "Photron FASTCAM Viewer User's Manual" or the "Remote Controller User's Manual". FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 36: 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 SA-X2...
  • Page 37 • The following signal input can not be accepted during the delay period. For example, if 100 msec of delay is applied, the trigger is recognized 100 ms after trigger input, but the trigger input during that 100 msec will be canceled. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 38: Device Connections

    Minimum Equipment Connection 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 SA-X2...

  • Page 39: Remote Controller (Optional)

    Model Name Connector (Manufacturer) (Manufacturer) G52L0C-P10QJ00-0000 S22L0C-P10MJG0-820S KEYPAD Keypad signal (ODU) (ODU) The remote controller is optional. It is not included in the standard configuration. For how to operate of the Remote Controller, refer to "Remote Controller User's Manual". FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 40: Connecting A Video Monitor

    (Color bars are a reference guide). • One of the connectors can switch the output signal between Live mode and Memory mode, and the other connector will always output Live signal simultaneously. • Use 5C-FB specification cables for HD SDI output FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 41: Chapter 2 Recording

    Chapter 2 Recording This chapter explains operations related to recording.

  • Page 42: Selecting Frame Rate / Resolution

    The shading calibration has to be executed since there may be adverse effect to the image quality (such as horizontal line-like noise) when the frame rate or shutter speed is changed. Table of frame rates and image resolutions, refer to "3.1.5 Frame Rate and Resolution", page 50. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 43: Selecting Shutter Speed

    For example, when working under 500fps, the available shutter speed varies from 1/1,000 to 1/ 996,923 second. When working under 2000fps, a shutter speed varying from one faster step than 1/2,000 second, 1/ 2,020 second, to 1/996,923 second can be obtained. FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 44 672,001 fps over 504,001 fps over 560,001 fps over 630,001 fps over 700,001 fps over 560,001 fps over 630,001 fps over 672,001 fps over 720,001 fps over 630,001 fps over 700,001 fps over 720,001 fps over 800,001 fps FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 45 • EXPOSE POS signal: the ʻuncertain interval extensionʼ is enabled SYNC NEG ⊿ t sec EXPOSE POS • EXPOSE POS signal the： The ʻuncertain interval extensionʼ is disabled SYNC NEG ⊿ t sec EXPOSE POS FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 46: Chapter 3 Product Specifications

    Chapter 3 Product Specifications This chapter explains the systemʼs specifications.

  • Page 47: Specifications

    Pixel Size 20um square For full frame operation: 20,000 fps maximum For segmented frame operation: FASTCAM SA-X2 (type 1080K): 1,080,000 fps maximum Frame Rate FASTCAM SA-X2 (type 480K): 480,000 fps maximum FASTCAM SA-X2 (type 200K): 216,000 fps maximum FASTCAM SA-X2 (type 200KS): 216,000 fps maximum...

  • Page 48: Random Reset Delay / Interframe Time

    Record While Save Hardware Image Trigger Mechanical Shutter Programmable Switch Exposure Display with Auto Exposure TRG-EXP Display IRIG Time Stamp's selection function Shutter lock at exposure start / end Refer to "Photron FASTCAM Viewer 4 User's Manual" for other functions. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 49: General Specifications

    AC Adapter 1.6 kg 3.5 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

    540,000 675,000 900,000 1,080,000 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 SA-X2...
  • Page 51 900,000 ✔ 1,080,000 ✔ 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 SA-X2...
  • Page 52 200K / type 200KS 259,200 270,000 324,000 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 SA-X2...
  • Page 53 ✔ 324,000 ✔ ✔ 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 SA-X2...

  • Page 54: Shutter Speed List (Uncertain Interval Extension: Disable)

    Unit for the numbers is 1/x seconds (x being the number of fps) • With type 200K, the shutter speed can be set between 1/1,000 and 1/996,923 seconds. • With other model types (type 200K and type 1080K) there is no limit. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 55: Shutter Speed List (Uncertain Interval Extension: Enable)

    Unit for the numbers is 1/x seconds (x being the number of fps) • With type 200KS / type 480K, the shutter speed can be set between 1/999 and 1/589,090 seconds. • With other types (types 200K and 1080K), there is no limit on the shutter speed. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 56: Shutter Speed List (Special Mode)

    3.1.8 Shutter Speed List (Special mode) Shutter Speed type 2100K 1,378,723 1,542,857 Unit for the numbers is 1/x seconds (x being the number of fps) FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 57: Shutter Speed List (13.5K Mode Off / Uncertain Interval Extension: Enable)

    Unit for the numbers is 1/x seconds (x being the number of fps) • With type 200KS / type 480K, the shutter speed can be set between 1/999 and 1/472,992 seconds. • With other type models (types 200K and 1080K), there is no limit on the shutter speed. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 58: Recordable Image Count/Resolution (12Bit)

    1,863,450 3,727,585 7,455,855 14,912,396 128 × 40 1,117,659 2,236,140 4,473,103 8,947,027 17,894,875 128 × 16 2,794,152 5,590,355 11,182,760 22,367,571 44,737,192 128 × 8 5,588,307 11,180,712 22,365,523 44,735,144 89,474,387 * Recording Time = Rec. Frames x 1/frame rate (fps) FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 59: Recordable Image Count/Resolution (8Bit)

    2,795,518 5,591,720 11,184,126 22,368,936 128 × 40 1,676,900 3,354,622 6,710,065 13,420,951 26,842,724 128 × 16 4,192,254 8,386,558 16,775,166 33,552,382 67,106,814 128 × 8 8,384,510 16,773,118 33,550,334 67,104,766 134,213,630 * Recording Time = Rec. Frames x 1/frame rate (fps) FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 60: Recordable Times/Resolution (12Bit)

    4.141 8.284 16.569 33.139 128 × 16 675,000 4.139 8.282 16.567 33.137 66.277 128 × 8 900,000 6.209 12.423 24.851 49.706 99.416 128 × 8 1,080,000 5.174 10.353 20.709 41.421 82.847 The unit in the chart is seconds. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 61: Recordable Times/Resolution (8Bit)

    6.212 12.426 24.854 49.709 128 × 16 675,000 6.211 12.425 24.852 49.707 99.418 128 × 8 900,000 9.316 18.637 37.278 74.561 149.126 128 × 8 1,080,000 7.763 15.531 31.065 62.134 124.272 The unit in the chart is seconds. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 62: Dimensions

    いろいろなデータの再生方法 3.2 Dimensions 3.2.1 Camera Body FASTCAM SA-X2 G type F mount (mm) * Caution If a screw that is longer than the specified length is forced into the hole, the screw hole and/or the camera may be damaged. FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 63 FASTCAM SA-X2 C mount (mm) * Caution If a screw that is longer than the specified length is forced into the hole, the screw hole and/or the camera may be damaged. FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 64 FASTCAM SA-X2 RV (mm) * Caution If a screw that is longer than the specified length is forced into the hole, the screw hole and/or the camera may be damaged. FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 65 Sensor location (G type F mount) 46.9 (Image Sensor Position) 1.1 (Sensor Cover Glass) Sensor location (C mount) 17.8 (Image Sensor Position) 1.1 (Sensor Cover Glass) FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 66: Ac Power Supply Unit

    3.2.2 AC Power Supply Unit (mm) ヘッダ 3.2.3 I/O Cable I/O PORT (Body side) AA3L0C-P26RF00-0000 FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 67: Chapter 4 Warranty

    Chapter 4 Warranty This chapter explains about the warranty.

  • Page 68: About The Warranty

    3. 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 69: Chapter 5 Contacting Photron

    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 70: Contact Information

    5.1 Contact Information For inquiries related to FASTCAM SA-X2,SA-X2 RV 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.

  • Page 71: Appendix

    A. Appendix...

  • Page 72: Reference Information

    Relative Spectral Response (monochrome) The spectrum response curve is a nominal (a reference) data of the monochrome image sensor device. A.1.2 Quantum Efficiency (monochrome) The quantum efficiency curve is a nominal (a reference) data of the monochrome image sensor device. FASTCAM SA-X2...

  • Page 73: Relative Spectral Response (Color)

    Relative Spectral Response (color) The spectrum response curve is a nominal (a reference) data of the color image sensor device. A.1.4 Quantum Efficiency (color) The quantum efficiency curve is a nominal (a reference) data of the color image sensor device. FASTCAM SA-X2...
  • Page 74 FASTCAM SA-X2/SA-X2 RV Hardware Manual Rev. 4.00E Publication Date: July, 2018 Publisher: PHOTRON LIMITED 21F, Jimbocho Mitsui Bldg., 1-105 Kandajimbocho, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 101-0051 © 2017. PHOTRON LIMITED, All rights reserved. Printed in Japan (Control No. E180701U)

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