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- Page 1 Remote keypad w/LCD Photron Camera Hub for Nova/MH6 Hardware Manual Rev. 4.02 E...
- 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, 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.
- Page 5 Manual Notation The following icons and symbols are used in the explanations in this manual. Icon/Symbol Description 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 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 cable. 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. ◼ Do not set the system in a location where the temperature gets unusually hot.
- Page 9 Handling of the AC Adapter To ensure safe use of the Photron FASTCAM series, please follow the instructions for proper storage of the supplied AC adapter. If there is any problem with the AC adapter or cable, stop using it immediately and contact your local Photron office.
- 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.
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1 Overview Supported Cameras and Functions ....................2 Chapter 2 Setup Components and Options........................4 Part Names ..............................5 Input/Output Signals and Power Supply ..................21 Device Connection ..........................25 Chapter 3 Product Specifications Specifications ............................38 Dimensions ..............................41... - Page 12 Chapter 4 Warranty About the Warranty ..........................52 Chapter 5 Contacting Photron Contact Information ..........................54...
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Page 13: Chapter 1 Overview
Chapter 1 Overview This chapter gives an overview of the system. -
Page 14: Supported Cameras And Functions
OUT signal. Use the SYNC OUT and the TRIG OUT BNC connectors to connect a camera. Since the Camera Hub power can be turned on and off in conjunction with the Master Hub power, the camera power can also be controlled indirectly. -
Page 15: Chapter 2 Setup
Chapter 2 Setup This chapter gives an overview of the components that make up the system. -
Page 16: Components And Options
2. AC Cable for Photron Camera Hub 3. Converter 4. Converter Bracket (with screw) 5. Camera Hub Cable (Camera Hub to Camera, Dedicated cables for each camera model) 6. Camera Hub Extension Cable When using an external power supply, induces high current in the cable. -
Page 17: Part Names
Master Hub Master Hub distributes the synchronization and trigger signals to Camera Hub. Master Hub can be used to generate synchronization signals, or synchronization signals can be input from an external source. The operating status is displayed on the OLED screen and LED, and the synchronization signal frequency can be set from PFV4 via Ethernet. - Page 18 IRIG signals and power to the camera with a single cable. Camera Hub Converter Converter is used as a signal converter when extending the connection between the Camera Hub and the camera. It converts the differential signal from Camera Hub to a single-ended signal, providing a stable signal to each camera even when the cable is extended up to 100 m.
- Page 19 Name Description POWER Switch Controls the power ON/OFF. It also controls the power supply for the Camera Hub connected to the AUX OUT connector. Status LED Indicates the current signal status. For details, refer to the “2.2.6 Status Indication LED” on page 14.
- Page 20 Name Description AUX OUT Connector Distributes sync/trigger signal from Master Hub to Camera Hub via LINK cable. 1 to 5 Operation Mode Switch This switch changes the operation of Master Hub. Switches between Internal mode and External mode. Internal mode: Synchronization signals are generated internally and output from AUX OUT and SYNC OUT connectors.
- Page 21 Differential signal can be connected to the camera via Converter. • Set the differential signal setting when using the Converter and Camera Hub Extension Cable. • If bending resistance or noise resistance is required, Photron recommends using the optional Converter and Camera Hub Extension Cable regardless of the length.
- Page 22 Connects to Master Hub to transmit / receive synchronization and trigger signals. When cascading with Camera Hub, connect AUX OUT to AUX IN. AUX OUT Connector Connects to other Camera Hub to transmit / receive synchronization and trigger signals. I/O Port Connector These are the signal input connectors for the external trigger signal, synchronization signal, and power supply.
- Page 23 Rack Mount Brackets Master Hub Bracket Mounting image M4 x 8 Bind screw Camera Hub Bracket Mounting image M4 x 8 Bind screw Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 24 Cables Camera Hub Cable for Mini AX / UX / WX / CX (optional) * For the Mini CX dedicated Camera Hub Cable, the connector on the camera side has 14 pins. Camera Hub Cable for MH6 (optional) Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 25 Camera Hub Cable for Nova BNC (optional) Compatible with Nova S series and Nova R2 Camera Hub Cable for Nova INT (optional) Compatible with Nova R3 / R5 Camera Hub Extension Cable (optional) For details of connectors of the high-speed camera, refer to “2.4.5 Connection examples” on page 29.
- Page 26 The LED lighting status varies depending on the operation mode. Color Status Description No external synchronization signals. SYNC IN External mode: External synchronization signal is being input. Blinking Internal mode: Always blinking. External trigger signal is being input. TRIG IN No external trigger signals. Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 27 Power ON, Camera power supply error (overcurrent, etc.) occurs. LED display relationship in each power switch state for each mode Power switch state of Camera AUX_pwctl_sig Power LED of Camera Hub (from Master Hub) ON (Pressed in) ON (Pressed in)
- Page 28 External mode: External synchronization signal is being input. Blinking Internal mode: Always blinking. No IRIG signals. IRIG IN Blinking IRIG signal is being input. SIGNAL TYPE LED Color Status Description Single-ended signal is selected. SIGNAL TYPE Differential signal is selected. Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 29 （ KYCON ） Camera Hub DC24V Connector This is the power input for driving the Camera Hub and for high-speed cameras. By connecting a DC24V power supply, power can be supplied to the cameras connected to CAM1 to CAM4. DC 24V Connector Pin Diagram...
- Page 30 Connection with Camera Hub DC Stabilized Power Supply Camera Hub Connect the cable by twisting the positive and negative ends together. Connect the Camera Hub cable to Camera Hub after turning off the power of the Camera Hub. Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 31 It is an Ethernet connector for communicating with the PC and is a common RJ45 connector. Cat 5e or higher is recommended for LAN cables. The maximum cable length between the PC and the Master Hub is, compliant to the 100BASE-TX specification, up to 100 m. Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 32 CAM Connector Pin Diagram This connector combines the power supply for driving the camera and the input signals of TRIG TTL IN, SYNC IN, IRIG IN and SYNC output signal. The pin assignment of Camera Hub changes depending on the Signal Type mode.
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Page 33: Input/Output Signals And Power Supply
Use extreme caution as there is a risk of damage to both, the input and the output devices. Mode Switch Setting Below is a table showing the differences in power control depending on the Camera Hub’s operation mode switch setting and where the input signal is distributed from. - Page 34 IRIG Code Input Specification Connector Code Format IRIG-B (122) Analog Amplitude 1.2Vp-p (Min.), 10Vp-p (Max.) Modulation Ratio 2:1 to 4:1 In all operation modes of Camera Hub, IRIG signal is always output to CAM 1 to 4. Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 35 Input Signal Circuit Diagram Master Hub / Camera Hub Master Hub Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 36 Camera Hub Photron Camera Hub...
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Page 37: Device Connection
AUX OUT 1 to 5 Connector Distributes sync/trigger signals to Camera Hub via Ethernet cable. It also outputs the Camera Hub’s power ON/OFF control signal and receives the Camera Hub’s MASTER TRIG IN signal at the same time. ETHERNET Connector Connect Master Hub to PC. - Page 38 Initializing / Changing IP Address When connecting the Camera Hub to PFV4, the IP address of the Master Hub needs to be entered. The default IP address of the Master Hub is “192. 168. 0. 100”. Initializing IP Address If the IP address of the Master Hub is unknown, follow the procedure below to initialize it.
- Page 39 Connects to other Camera Hub to transfer sync and trigger signals. AUX IN Connector Connects to Master Hub or Camera Hub to send and receive sync and trigger signals. Connect the Camera Hub cable to Camera Hub after turning off the power of the Camera Hub. Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 40 Maximum Number of Connected Cameras and Maximum Cable Length by Power Source Relationship between the maximum number of cameras connected to the Camera Hub and the maximum CAM cable length for various camera supply voltages and cable configurations. Mini Nova Series...
- Page 41 Connection examples This section describes the basic connection between Camera Hub and cameras. The number of connectable cameras and cable length varies depending on the connected camera and power supply. For details, refer to “2.4.4 Maximum Number of Connected Cameras and Maximum Cable Length by Power Source”...
- Page 42 • The MASTER TRIG IN signal output to the AUX IN of the Camera Hub will be the signal from the BNC terminal (MASTER TRIG IN signal) of the same Hub, or the MASTER TRIG IN signal of a later stage CameraHub that is cascaded via AUX OUT.
- Page 43 Connection between Master Hub and Camera Hub Synchronization/trigger signals are distributed from Master Hub to Camera Hub via LINK cable. • For details of connection between Camera Hub and cameras, refer to “Camera Hub connection connector for each camera” on page 29. •...
- Page 44 AC adapter or DC power connection is required for Camera Hub. To remotely control the power ON/OFF of the Camera Hub and cameras from the Master Hub, the Camera Hub’s power switch must be turned ON and the operation mode switch must be set to [A] (AUX In) in advance.
- Page 45 Connection example using Converter • When extending the cable using the Converter, use the optional Camera Hub Extension Cable. • If bending resistance or noise resistance is required, Photron recommends using the optional Converter and Camera Hub Extension Cable regardless of the length.
- Page 46 Example of connecting multiple Master Hubs • For details of connection between Camera Hub and cameras, refer to “Camera Hub connection connector for each camera” on page 29. • The cable length varies depending on the camera you are using, refer to “2.4.4 Maximum Number of Connected Cameras and Maximum Cable Length by Power Source”...
- Page 47 Setting on PFV4 When connecting cameras to Camera Hub, make sure to set the input/output signals settings of camera. From the “Synchronization Assistance” menu of the PFV4, you can automatically configure the settings to match your camera. When performing the settings, the PFV4 must recognize all cameras.
- Page 48 • When TRIG IN setting is incorrect, the cameras do not recognize the trigger and does not start recording, or the trigger timing is out of sync. Photron Camera Hub...
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Page 49: Chapter 3 Product Specifications
Chapter 3 Product Specifications This chapter explains the system’s specifications. -
Page 50: Specifications
Network Gigabit Ethernet (100BASE-TX) Photron Camera Hub High-speed camera connection Number of connectable high-speed camera Up to four cameras per Camera Hub Maximum 700W (By external power supply) Power supply capacity Up to 150W per channel Synchronization signals SYNC, TRIGGER, IRIG... - Page 51 High-speed camera connection Number of connectable high-speed camera One camera per Converter Up to 175W per camera Power supply capacity Maximum 700W output for four cameras in Camera Hub Synchronization signals SYNC, TRIGGER, IRIG General Specifications Environment Conditions -20 to 60 deg C (No Condensation)
- Page 52 AC Adapter Manufacurer POWER-WIN TECHNOLOGY CORP. Type PW-080A4-1Y240A Input AC100-240V, 50-60Hz, up to 2A Rating Output DC24V, 3.34A Dimensions 40.0 (H) x 69.0 (W) x 132.0 (D) mm excluding protrusions Weight 440.0g 0.9lbs Photron Camera Hub...
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Page 53: Dimensions
Dimensions Master Hub (mm) Photron Camera Hub... - Page 54 Camera Hub (mm) Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 55 Converter (mm) Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 56 Master Hub Bracket (mm) Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 57 Camera Hub Bracket (mm) Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 58 Converter Bracket (mm) Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 59 Master Hub with Bracket (mm) Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 60 Camera Hub with Bracket (mm) Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 61 Bracket installation drawing (Converter) (mm) Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 62 AC Adapter for Master Hub (mm) AC Adapter for Camera Hub (optional) (mm) Photron Camera Hub...
- Page 63 Chapter 4 Warranty This chapter explains about the warranty.
- Page 64 Consumable goods (cable) 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 65 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 66 Contact Information For inquiries related to Photron Camera Hub, 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 67 Photron Camera Hub Hardware Manual Rev. 4.02 E Last Updated July 2022 Written by PHOTRON LIMITED 21F, Jinbocho Mitsui Bldg., 1-105 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 101-0051, Japan © 2 0 2 1. PHOT RON L I M I T ED, A ll rights res erved. Pr epar ed in J a pan.
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