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Operation Manual
NAC MEMRECAM fx RX-5
NAC Image Technology Corporation
September 2003

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  • Page 1 Operation Manual NAC MEMRECAM fx RX-5 NAC Image Technology Corporation September 2003...
  • Page 3 These cameras provide the ideal solution for image capture in confined spaces. The MEMRECAM fx RX-5 is a mega pixel high speed digital camera system. It is rugged and scalable allowing up to four compact camera heads to be attached to a single processor.
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  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Please Read Carefully Before Use Safety Precautions Please read the following safety precautions carefully before operating the MEMRECAM fx RX-5 camera system. Depending on the device, particular safety precautions are required during handling. Please follow these guidelines carefully to ensure safe and proper operation of the camera system. As always there are instances where some unforeseen condition may exist which may not have been taken to account.

  • Page 6: Handling Precautions

    Handling Precautions Safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you or others to the danger and/or items or operating concerns related to the use of this device. This symbol is also used when there is important information relating to operation methods. Read the message adjacent to this symbol carefully and follow the instructions for safe and proper use of this device Grounding terminal symbol This symbol indicates the location of a protective grounding terminal.

  • Page 7: Precautions For Use

    Caution - Vibration and Shock The MEMRECAM fx RX-5 is designed and built to survive strong vibration and shock. However, please be aware of the following conditions. ・Only the camera heads and the DRP are equipped to tolerate strong shock and vibration.
  • Page 8 Caution - Camera Head and DRP Handling The internal components of the camera head and DRP are intricately manufactured and assembled in the unit. Keep the screws on the cover tight and do not for any reason (even if there is a malfunction), open the cover. Reassembly of the camera is difficult. Caution - Lens Mount Handling Handle camera heads and lenses with care.
  • Page 9 Caution - Increased Sensor Noise The MEMRECAM fx series feature technology to address screen noise patterns due to sensor temperature. The sensor temperature rises when the system is set to ARM mode. At the time the system is set to ARM mode, the sensor is calibrated to its current temperature.

  • Page 10: Warranty

    Regular Replacement of Parts It is recommended that the internal backup battery be replaced 5 years after purchase. This battery keeps the clock and menu setting in memory when power is disconnected. Disassembly of the system is required. Since the user cannot replace, please return system to your retail outlet to perform maintenance.
  • Page 11 MEMRECAM fx RX-5 Overview (000001)A...
  • Page 12 1. MEMRECAM fx RX-5 Overview MEMRECAM fx RX-5 Standard Components The standard high-speed digital camera system MEMRECAM fx RX-5 is comprised of the following items: Part Name Model Qty. RX Camera Head V-159 RX-5 DRP V-334 Camera cable (5m) 582902-4...
  • Page 13 MEMRECAM fx RX-5 External Components The exterior features of the MEMRECAM fx RX-5 are shown in Photos 1 and 2 Photo-1 MEMRECAM fx RX-5 (Shown with optional Hi-G lens） Photo-2 MEMRECAM fx RX-5 (Cable Connections） Caution Confirm that the power is OFF before connecting or disconnecting camera cables.
  • Page 14 RX Camera Head 1.2.1 The front panel of the RX camera head is shown in Photos 3 and 4. Any C-mount lens available on the market can be used (excluding some specialty lenses). An optional F-mount adapter (not shown) is also available.
  • Page 15 The front panel of the MEMRECAM fx RX-5 DRP is shown in Photo 5. Photo-5 MEMRECAM fx RX-5 DRP Front Panel MEMRECAM fx RX-5 DRP Side Panel 1.2.3 The MEMRECAM fx RX-5 DRP side panel. Location of the Memory Backup Switch and Indicator is shown in photo 6. Memory Backup Switch and Indicator...
  • Page 16 MEMRECAM fx RX-5 DRP Rear Panel 1.2.4 The MEMRECAM fx RX-5 DRP rear panel is shown in photo 7. The rear panel includes the Power Panel, Camera Control Touch Pad and the Rear Connector Panel. Photo-7 MEMRECAM fx RX-5 DRP Rear Panel...

  • Page 17: Power Panel

    Power Panel 1.2.4(1) The Power Panel is comprised of the power input connector and the power switch. The power switch has three positions as shown below. Diagram-1 Power Switch Photo-8 Power The power input connector accepts DC voltage of 20～32V. Use the optional AC Power Adapter (DC24V) output.
  • Page 18 Rear Camera Control Touch Pad 1.2.4(2) The Rear Camera Control Touch Pad is located on the top of the MEMRECAM fx RX-5 DRP rear panel. There are 12 keys and 8 LED as follows: Diagram-2 Camera Control Touch Pad Setup Mode keys ■...
  • Page 19 LED (Near various keys) ■ MENU LED (Lit during MENU mode) STOP LED (Lit during READY mode) VIEW / ARM LED (Lit during VIEW modes) TRIGGER LED (Lit during recording after trigger signal is received) PLAY / LOOP LED (Lit during PLAY LOOP modes)
  • Page 20 ■ The following diagrams depict the recording and playback operation of the Rear Camera Control Touch Pad. Diagram-3 Camera Control Touch Pad operation Diagram-3 Camera Control Touch Pad operation (000001)A...

  • Page 21: System Setup Menu

    Reset Switch ■ The Reset Switch is inside a small hole on the bottom right hand side of the Rear Camera Control Touch Pad . Use thin wooden stick. Gently insert and remove it from the hole to access the SYSTEM SETUP MENU.
  • Page 22 Rear Connector Panel 1.2.4(3) There are eight types of input/output connectors in the Rear Connector Panel. D-VGA OUT Digital VGA output signal Connects to a D-VGA compatible monitor, optional View Box or optional D-VGA Image Converter. Strobe control and RS232C auxiliary port CONTROL Connect to the J-PAD2 remote control 100B-T...
  • Page 23 J-PAD2 Operation The J-PAD2 remote control connects to the CONTROL port on the MEMRECAM fx Rear Connector Panel. There are twelve keys on the J-PAD 2; the same as the Rear Camera Control Touch Pad (refer to section 1.2.4(2) for key descriptions). The Rear Camera Control Touch Pad and the J-PAD2 cannot be used at the same time.
  • Page 24 Lens 1.4 Hi-G Use the optional Hi-G Lens when operating under conditions where strong vibration and shock is expected. It is a C-mount lens which screws directly to the FX camera head. The two set screws prevent focus and aperture changes due to camera movement. An optional adapter is available for use with F-mount lenses. Photo-10 Hi-G Lens f=11.6mm, F2, C-mount (Optional) Caution Lenses that are not Hi-G rated can be damaged when exposed to strong vibration and...
  • Page 25 Trigger Connector (External Trigger Input) The Amphenol MS3116F8-4S four pin circular MIL connector is used to terminate the external trigger signal input cable (refer to External Trigger Input, section 4.1.3 for details). Connect the external signal input cable to the TRIG IN connector in the DRP Rear Connector Panel. Photo-12 Amphenol MS3116F8-4S circular MIL connector AC Power Adapter (Optional)
  • Page 26 fxLink Software CD-ROM Use the included fxLink software when operating the MEMRECAM fx from a control computer. For details on using the fxLink software, refer to the “fxLink Software User’s Manual”. (000001)A 1-15...
  • Page 27 MEMRECAM fx Basic Operation (00001)A...

  • Page 28: Basic Operation

    2. Basic Operation This section describes basic connectivity and record/playback operation of the MEMRECAM fx. The MEMRECAM fx supports five connection methods between the control computer and the DRP (Digital Recording Processor). 1. CF (Compact Flash) card storage media (Record function only) 2.
  • Page 29 MEMRECAM fx System Connectivity and Applications 2.1.1 CF (Compact Flash) card storage media Connect as shown in Diagram 1 before turning the MEMRECAM fx power on. The CF (Compact Flash) card is used after images have been recorded. Diagram １ CF Card application The MEMRECAM fx supports CF (Compact Flash) card or a CF hard disk (micro drive) storage media to save previously photographed images and setup data (record and trigger settings).
  • Page 30 2.1.2 Ethernet connectivity to a single MEMRECAM fx DRP Connect as shown in Diagrams 2 and 3 before turning the MEMRECAM fx power on. For proper operation ensure that the MEMRECAM fx DRP is configured for Ethernet connectivity (Refer to Section 3, System Setup).
  • Page 31 2.1.3 Fibre Channel connectivity to a single MEMRECAM fx DRP Connect as shown in Diagrams 4, 5 and 6 before turning the MEMRECAM fx power on. For proper operation ensure that the MEMRECAM fx DRP is configured for Fibre Channel connectivity (Refer to Section 3, System Setup).
  • Page 32 The optional Media Interface Adapter (MIA) system can be used where distances are greater than 45m (using FC Hub). Diagram 6 Direct Fibre Channel Connectivity to a Single MEMRECAM fx DRP (Fiber Optic) Diagram 7 Fibre Channel Connectivity via optional Fibre Channel Hub to a single MEMRECAM fx DRP (Fiber Optic) The MIA system can transmit data using either Single Mode (SM) or Multi Mode (MM) fiber with SC connectors.
  • Page 33 2.1.4 connectivity to multiple MEMRECAM fx DRP’s Ethernet Connect as shown in Diagram 8 before turning the MEMRECAM fx power on. For proper operation ensure that the MEMRECAM fx DRP is configured for Ethernet connectivity (Refer to Section 3, System Setup). Diagram 8 Ethernet connectivity to four MEMRECAM fx DRP (AC Adapters for DRP’s not shown) Multiple MEMRECAM fx DRP’s can be connected using the optional M-HUB system.
  • Page 34 2.1.5 Fibre Channel connectivity to multiple MEMRECAM fx DRP Connect as shown in Diagrams 9 and 10 before turning the MEMRECAM fx power on. For proper operation ensure that the MEMRECAM fx DRP is configured for Fibre Channel connectivity (Refer to Section 3, System Setup).
  • Page 35 The optical Master and Slave M-HUB system can be used for distances greater than 30m between the Master M-HUB and the MEMRECAM fx DRP. Diagram 10 Fibre Channel connectivity to multiple MEMRECAM fx DRP (AC Adapters for DRP’s not shown) The optical version of the Master M-HUB system transmits data using special optical cables to a maximum of 300m.
  • Page 36 Basic MEMRECAM fx Operation 2.2.1 Power As shown in Diagram 11, connect the AC adapter, J-PAD2 remote control and the optional LCD Viewfinder (or optional Image Converter with compatible monitor) to the MEMRECAM fx DRP and turn the power switch to the ON position. Diagram 11 During the MEMRECAM fx startup sequence a long beeping sound will be heard as the auto diagnostics are conducted.
  • Page 37 READY Mode ■ Next, the Startup screen 2 will appear in the LCD Viewfinder screen. The MEMRECAM fx displays a test READY image and the IBOX will appear in mode. The IBOX operation will be described later. It displays the current MEMRECAM fx record/playback settings. These settings can also be changed with using the IBOX.
  • Page 38 2.2.2 Initial Recording Operation of the MEMRECAM fx DRP is done using the Rear Camera Control Touch Pad or the J-PAD2 remote control keys. The Rear Camera Control Touch Pad and the J-PAD2 cannot be used at the same time. When the J-PAD2 is connected, key operation is done from the remote control pad. When the J- PAD2 is disconnected, the Rear Camera Control Touch Pad keys become effective.
  • Page 39 VIEW Mode ■ VIEW READY mode. Press the VIEW/ARM To enter the mode, the MEMRECAM fx DRP must be in VIEW key once to enter the mode. A confirmation beep will sound. The Rear Camera Control Touch Pad and the J-PAD2 remote control VIEW LED (continuous blue) will light. After approximately three seconds, the IBOX Status display will change from READY VIEW...
  • Page 40 Mode ■ VIEW mode press the VIEW/ARM key once to enter the From the mode. A confirmation beep will sound. The Rear Camera Control Touch Pad and the J-PAD2 remote control ARM LED changes from continuous blue to flashing red. After approximately three seconds, the IBOX Status display will change VIEW from mode display...
  • Page 41 2.2.3 Playback of Recorded Images PLAY Mode ■ READY When recording is complete, the MEMRECAM fx returns to mode and the image is ready for playback (as a default, the image will begin to play from the trigger frame). Press the PLAY key once to PLAY enter the mode.
  • Page 42 ■ Setting Playback Range To save time during playback and disk space when storing images, set the playback range to select only READY the area of interest. In mode, navigate to the first frame of the desired playback range. While holding down the STOP key, press the REV STEP key.
  • Page 43 2.2.4 Turning Power Off READY READY While in mode, turn the MEMRECAM fx POWER switch to the OFF position (if not in mode press the STOP key). The current record/playback settings are saved for the next session. Caution When using a control computer with Smart Capture or fx Link software, close the programs first before turning the DRP power off.
  • Page 44 MEMRECAM fx Setup (00001)A...
  • Page 45 3. MEMRECAM fx Setup Before beginning to setup the MEMRECAM fx DRP record and playback options, ensure that the AC adapter, the J-PAD2 remote control and the optional LCD View Box, LCD Viewfinder or Image Converter (with compatible monitor) are connected to the MEMRECAM fx DRP. The power switch should be in the ON position, after a few seconds the Startup Screen 2 appears and the IBOX Status box indicates that READY the DRP is in...
  • Page 46 3.1.1 IBOX and Popup Menu The MEMRECAM fx record and playback settings can be changed using the IBOX main display or the Popup Menu. The color of the IBOX display boxes changes depending on the DRP mode. ■ The following keys are used to navigate and change the MEMRECAM fx IBOX settings, LEFT/RIGHT keys (arrow keys) UP/DOWN keys (arrow keys) MENU...
  • Page 47 ID box ■ In the ID box, the MEMRECAM fx identification number can be set. It can be any number between 0 and 127. This identification number setting allows the user to easy identify the source DRP after the images are recorded.
  • Page 48 2) To modify the settings from within the ID box press the SET key. Use the UP/DOWN keys to enter any unique number between 0 and 127. Once finished making changes press the SET key twice (when pressing it once, a white border surrounds the box [as shown below] allowing for it to be repositioned on the screen using the arrow keys) to lock the value and return to the IBOX main display.
  • Page 49 Scene box ■ The Scene box displays the current scene number. It can be any number between 0 and 65535 and automatically increments on each recording. The scene number can be set to begin counting at any particular number or reset to zero. To set the scene numbers select the Scene box using the LEFT/RIGHT keys while in VIEW mode.
  • Page 50 2) To modify the settings from within the Scene box press the SET key. Use the UP/DOWN keys to enter any unique number between 0 and 65535. Once finished making changes press the SET key twice (when pressing it once, a white border surrounds the box [as shown below] allowing for it to be repositioned on the screen using the arrow keys) to lock the value and return to the IBOX main display.
  • Page 51 Trigger box ■ The Trigger box displays the current trigger setting. The percentage of memory used as a buffer during recording is determined by the trigger setting. There are five trigger settings, START The trigger point is about 5% after the top of memory CENTER The trigger point is at the center of the memory.
  • Page 52 1) To access the Trigger box Popup Menu press the MENU key once. In the popup menu, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the TRIGGER row and press the SET key to enable editing. Using the LEFT/RIGHT keys select the desired trigger setting. Press the SET key to lock the value and return to the Popup Menu.
  • Page 53 Zoom box ■ The Zoom box displays the current magnification setting (x1/2, x1, x2, and x4). To modify the magnification settings select the Zoom box using the LEFT/RIGHT keys while in READY VIEW modes. IBOX display screen 1) To access the Zoom box Popup Menu press the MENU key once. In the popup menu, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the ZOOM row and press the SET key to enable editing.
  • Page 54 2) To modify the settings from within the Zoom box press the SET key. Use the UP/DOWN keys to select the desired magnification value. Once finished making changes press the SET key twice (when pressing it once, a white border surrounds the box allowing for it to be repositioned on the screen using the arrow keys) to lock the value and return to the IBOX main display.
  • Page 55 Scroll box ■ The Scroll box displays the horizontal and vertical position of the magnified section of the image shown while using Zoom. The X and Y coordinate originate from the upper left hand corner of the display. By changing the coordinates in the Scroll box the user can navigate around the image. To modify the coordinate settings select the Scroll box using the LEFT/RIGHT keys while in READY VIEW...
  • Page 56 2) To navigate the image from within the Scroll box press the SET key. Use the UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT keys to navigate around the image (by holding down arrow keys the coordinates change at increasing speed). Once finished making changes press the SET key twice (when pressing it once, a white border surrounds the box allowing for it to be repositioned on the screen using the arrow keys) to lock the value and return to the IBOX main display.
  • Page 57 Play box ■ The Play box displays the current playback speed in frames per second. The image playback can be forward or reverse. Forward playback increments in frames per second, 1920 Reverse playback increments in frames per second, -1920 -960 -480 -240 -120...
  • Page 58 1) To access the Play box Popup Menu press the MENU key once. In the popup menu, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the Play Rate row and press the SET key to enable editing. Using the LEFT/RIGHT keys select the desired playback speed setting. Press the SET key to lock the value and return to the Popup Menu.
  • Page 59 Rec box ■ The Rec box displays the current recording speed and image resolution. To modify the record settings select the Rec box using the LEFT/RIGHT keys while in VIEW mode. IBOX display screen 1) To access the Rec box Popup Menu press the MENU key once. In the popup menu, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the Frame Rate row and press the SET key to enable editing.
  • Page 60 2) To modify the record settings from within the Scroll box press the SET key. Use the UP/DOWN keys to modify the recording speed. The LEFT/RIGHT keys change the image resolution (notice changes in the small square located left of the Rec label). Frame size: 1280 (1280x1024) Frame size: 640...
  • Page 61 Shutter box ■ The Shutter box displays the current electronic shutter setting. To modify the electronic shutter settings select the Shutter box using the LEFT/RIGHT keys while in VIEW mode. IBOX display screen 1) To access the Shutter box Popup Menu press the MENU key once. In the popup menu, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the Frame Rate row and press the SET key to enable editing.
  • Page 62 2) To modify the electronic shutter settings from within the Shutter box press the SET key. Use the UP/DOWN keys to modify the shutter speed. Once finished making changes press the SET key twice (when pressing it once, a white border surrounds the box [as shown below] allowing for it to be repositioned on the screen using the arrow keys) to lock the value and return to the IBOX main display.

  • Page 63: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu The MEMRECAM fx setup menus allow the user to fully customize the record, playback and system settings. There are three setup menus as follows. ■ RECORDING MENU（Record settings） Used to fully customize the record settings including frame rate, frame size and trigger settings. Enter the RECORDING MENU by pressing the MENU button while in VIEW mode.
  • Page 64 3.2.1 RECORDING MENU Setup The RECORDING MENU administers settings related to recording. Enter the RECORDING MENU by pressing the MENU button while in VIEW mode. Startup Screen 2 (VIEW mode) The RECORDING MENU lettering is red in color. Use the UP/DOWN keys to select the desired row and press the SET key to enable editing.
  • Page 65 SCENE No. ■ The Scene No. row displays the current scene number. It can be any number between 0 and 65535 and automatically increments on each recording. The scene number can be set to begin counting at any particular number or reset to zero. In the RECORDING MENU, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the SCENE No.
  • Page 66 TRIGGER ■ The TRIGGER row displays the current trigger setting. The percentage of memory used as a buffer during recording is determined by the trigger setting. There are five trigger settings, START The trigger point is about 5% after the top of memory CENTER The trigger point is at the center of the memory.

  • Page 67: Frame Rate

    FRAME RATE ■ The FRAME RATE row displays the current recording speed in frames per second. In the RECORDING MENU, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the FRAME RATE row and press the SET key to enable editing. Using the LEFT/RIGHT keys select the desired recording speed setting. Press the SET key to confirm the setting.
  • Page 68 SHUTTER ■ The SHUTTER row displays the current electronic shutter setting. In the RECORDING MENU, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the SHUTTER row and press the SET key to enable editing. Using the LEFT/RIGHT keys select the desired shutter speed (when selecting the µ...
  • Page 69 GAIN ■ The GAIN feature enhances light sensitivity electronically. This is a post-processing enhancement. When an image is recorded, the raw data in memory is not affected by this setting. The setting can be changed later at playback. Factory Setting Increases light sensitivity by one lens stop compared to 0dB 12dB Increases light sensitivity by two lens stops compared to 0dB...

  • Page 70: White Balance

    WHITE BALANCE ■ The WHITE BALANCE row displays the current white balance setting of a color image. This is a post- processing enhancement. When an image is recorded, the raw data in memory is not affected by this setting. The setting can be changed later at playback. AUTO Automatic tracking mode (Factory Setting) 3100...
  • Page 71 ENHANCE ■ The ENHANCE row displays the current edge sharpness setting. This is a post-processing enhancement. When an image is recorded, the raw data in memory is not affected by this setting. The setting can be changed later at playback. No sharpness enhancement NORMAL Standard sharpness enhancement (Factory setting)
  • Page 72 GAMMA ■ The GAMMA row displays the current gamma correction (gradation) setting. This is a post-processing enhancement. When an image is recorded, the raw data in memory is not affected by this setting. The setting can be changed later at playback. No gamma correction (Gamma is about 1) NORMAL Low gamma correction...
  • Page 73 CHROMA ■ The CHROMA row displays the current color intensity (brilliance) setting. The higher the adjustment, the greater is the color intensity. This is a post-processing enhancement. When an image is recorded, the raw data in memory is not affected by this setting. The setting can be changed later at playback. Set at 0% (Black/White image) Set at 50% Set at 100% (Standard color intensity)
  • Page 74 KNEE ■ The KNEE feature suppresses bright areas enhancing image definition. This is a post-processing enhancement. When an image is recorded, the raw data in memory is not affected by this setting. The setting can be changed later at playback. Bright areas exceeding the fixed level will be clipped (No knee correction) Bright areas up to about 1-2 times the fixed level will be suppressed In the RECORDING MENU, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the KNEE row and press the SET key...

  • Page 75: Low Light Mode

    LOW LIGHT MODE ■ The LOW LIGHT MODE allows for lens adjustments (e.g. focus) when using high frame rates and high shutter speeds. It may also be used to make such adjustments with supplemental lighting turned off. When in LOW LIGHT MODE the shutter is normally open. Depending on the brightness of the subject, the recording speed can be adjusted to 100, 250, 500, 1000 frames per second.
  • Page 76 3.2.2 TOP MENU Setup The TOP MENU administers settings related to playback. Enter the TOP MENU by pressing the MENU button while in READY mode. Startup Screen 2 (READY mode) The TOP MENU lettering is blue in color. Use the UP/DOWN keys to select the desired row and press the SET key to enable editing.
  • Page 77 GAIN ■ The GAIN feature enhances light sensitivity electronically. This is a post-processing enhancement. When the image was recorded, the raw data in memory was not affected by this setting. The setting can now be changed at playback. Factory Setting Increases light sensitivity by one lens stop compared to 0dB 12dB Increases light sensitivity by two lens stops compared to 0dB...
  • Page 78 WHITE BALANCE ■ The WHITE BALANCE row displays the current white balance setting of a color image. This is a post- processing enhancement. When the image was recorded, the raw data in memory was not affected by this setting. The setting can now be changed at playback. AUTO Automatic tracking mode (Factory Setting) 3100...
  • Page 79 ENHANCE ■ The ENHANCE row displays the current edge sharpness setting. This is a post-processing enhancement. When the image was recorded, the raw data in memory was not affected by this setting. The setting can now be changed at playback. No sharpness enhancement NORMAL Standard sharpness enhancement (Factory setting)
  • Page 80 GAMMA ■ The GAMMA row displays the current gamma correction (gradation) setting. This is a post-processing enhancement. When the image was recorded, the raw data in memory was not affected by this setting. The setting can now be changed at playback. No gamma correction (Gamma is about 1) NORMAL Low gamma correction...
  • Page 81 CHROMA ■ The CHROMA row displays the current color intensity (brilliance) setting. The higher the adjustment, the greater is the color intensity. This is a post-processing enhancement. When the image was recorded, the raw data in memory was not affected by this setting. The setting can now be changed at playback. Set at 0% (Black/White image) Set at 50% Set at 100% (Standard color intensity)
  • Page 82 KNEE ■ The KNEE feature suppresses bright areas enhancing image definition. This is a post-processing enhancement. When the image was recorded, the raw data in memory was not affected by this setting. The setting can now be changed at playback. Bright areas exceeding the fixed level will be clipped (No knee correction) Bright areas up to about 1-2 times the fixed level will be suppressed In the TOP MENU, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the KNEE row and press the SET key to enable...
  • Page 83 SYSTEM MENU ■ Enters the SYSTEM MENU, refer to section 3.2.2 for more details. TOP MENU - SYSTEM MENU SYSTEM MENU ■ Enters the CF save MENU (Compact Flash), refer to section 3.4 for more details. TOP MENU – CF save MENU (00001)A 3-39...

  • Page 84: System Menu Setup

    3.2.2 SYSTEM MENU Setup Overall MEMRECAM fx system options are administered in the SYSTEM MENU . Enter the SYSTEM MENU by pressing the RIGHT key while in the TOP MENU – SYSTEM MENU row. TOP MENU The SYSTEM MENU lettering is yellow in color. Use the UP/DOWN keys to select the desired row and press the SET key to enable editing.
  • Page 85 ■ In the ID row, the MEMRECAM fx identification number can be set. It can be any number between 0 and 127. This identification number setting allows the user to easily identify the source DRP after the images are recorded. In the SYSTEM MENU, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the ID row and press the SET key to enable editing.
  • Page 86 DATE, TIME ■ In the DATE, TIME row, the normal date and time stamp can be set. In the SYSTEM MENU, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the DATE, TIME row and press the SET key to enable editing. Use the UP/DOWN keys to enter the current year and press the SET key to confirm the setting.
  • Page 87 CAFM DISPLAY ■ In the CAFM DISPLAY row, the CAFM (Camera Alignment Fiducial Mark) can be turned ON or OFF. The CAFM is used for adjusting the camera before recording. The CAFM cross is not displayed in a previously recorded image. In the SYSTEM MENU, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the IBOX DISPLAY row and press the SET key to enable editing.
  • Page 88 FRAME DISPLAY ■ The IBOX Frame counter can be set to display its contents in frame numbers, time or percentage of memory used / remaining. The desired setting can be selected in the FRAME DISPLAY row. Frame Counter set to display frame numbers Time Counter set to display minutes and seconds Memory %...
  • Page 89 D-VGA VIDEO ■ In the D-VGA VIDEO row, the D-VGA video output port can be turned ON or OFF. In the SYSTEM MENU, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the D-VGA VIDEO row and press the SET key to enable editing. Use the LEFT/RIGHT keys to turn the D-VGA video output port ON or OFF. Press the SET key to confirm the setting.
  • Page 90 IBOX Settings ■ The IBOX Settings row opens the IBOX Settings Sub Menu. In the IBOX Settings Sub Menu each display box can be individually turned ON or OFF. In the SYSTEM MENU, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the IBOX Settings row and press the LEFT key to enter the Sub Menu.

  • Page 91: Event Frame

    TRIGGER MENU ■ The TRIGGER MENU row opens the trigger settings Sub Menu (Refer to External Trigger Input, Section 4.1.3). The TRIGGER I/F defines the external trigger signal type. TRIGGER I/F Voltage: Contact or 5V CMOS (Schmidt trigger) input Current: Current loop trigger input EVENT FRAME When feature is ON, an event mark is recorded at every external trigger signal...
  • Page 92 The EVENT FRAME feature records a mark at the particular frames where an external trigger signal is received. The first trigger signal is recorded as the original trigger frame. All trigger signals following the original are marked as event trigger frames for future reference. When the EVENT FRAME feature is ON a capital E is shown in the IBOX between TRIGGER Time and FRAME.
  • Page 93 SYSTEM SETUP ■ The SYSTEM SETUP row opens the SYSTEM SETUP Sub Menu. Here the network connection type can be specified to be either Fibre Channel (FC-AL) or Ethernet (100Base-T) In the SYSTEM MENU, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the SYSTEM SETUP row and press the RIGHT key to enter the Sub Menu.

  • Page 94: Information Sub Menu

    INFORMATION ■ The INFORMATION row opens the information Sub Menu. Here additional system information such as model type, CID, IP address, and memory size of the MEMRECAM fx DRP is shown. In the SYSTEM MENU, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the INFORMATION row and press the LEFT key to enter the Sub Menu.
  • Page 95 User Settings Storage The user settings entered in the MEMRECAM fx RECORDING MENU, TOP MENU and SYSTEM MENU are saved in the internal memory. All settings from the previous session are loaded when the MEMRECAM fx power is turned ON. Saving Images to Compact Flash (CF) Storage Media After an image is recorded and reviewed, it can be stored using Compact Flash (CF) Storage Media.
  • Page 96 2. Enter the TOP MENU by pressing the MENU button while in READY mode. Using the UP/DOWN keys, select the CF save MENU row and press the SET key to enter the Sub Menu. TOP MENU – CF save MENU Enter the TOP MENU by pressing the MENU button while in READY mode.
  • Page 97 3. In the CF save MENU Sub Menu, use the UP/DOWN keys to select the MCFF SAVE row and press the SET key to start saving. CF save MENU – MCFF SAVE 4. Please wait while the image data is saved to CF. CF save MENU –...
  • Page 98 5. Once the data is saved to CF the filename is shown in the MCFF SAVE row. CF save MENU – MCFF SAVE (00001)A 3-54...
  • Page 99 Camera Head Exchange The MEMRECAM fx RX DRP is calibrated to a particular RX camera head for Shading Correction. When the power is turned ON, the DRP communicates with the RX camera head that is connected to it for identification. If the DRP is already calibrated to that particular RX camera head then no changes are made and normal start up resumes.
  • Page 100 Manual Shade Correction Calibration ■ To manually calibrate the MEMRECAM fx DRP to a new RX camera head follow these steps. 1) Enter the TOP MENU by pressing the MENU button while in READY mode. Use the UP/DOWN keys to select the SYSTEM MENU row and press the LEFT key to enter the Sub Menu.
  • Page 101 3) In the SYSTEM SETUP Sub Menu use the UP/DOWN keys to select the CAMERA DATA row and press the SET key to open the Shading Calibration DIALOGUE. SYSTEM SETUP Sub Menu Caution Before proceeding to step 4 ensure that the image data has been downloaded. All image data will be lost when calibrating for a new camera head.
  • Page 102 6) Use the LEFT/RIGHT keys to select the desired action and press the SET key. Select CANCEL to exit and return to READY mode. The PERMANENT option will save the new camera data to Flash ROM. It will be necessary to turn the power OFF and restart the DRP to complete PERMANENT camera head exchange.

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    8) Use the LEFT/RIGHT keys to select the desired action and press the SET key. To confirm and proceed to step 9 select the CREATE option. To change the saving options select the BACK option. Select CANCEL to exit and return to READY mode.
  • Page 104 MEMRECAM fx Recording (00001)A...
  • Page 105 4. MEMRECAM fx Recording 4.1 Memory Ring Buffer The MEMRECAM fx semiconductor memory is structured as a ring buffer. In general, the images are saved to the ring buffer in series from the initial step to final step. Since the memory is comprised of a single ring, it greatly enhances its performance.
  • Page 106 ■ The START, CENTER are predefined trigger settings. The trigger setting determines how much of the Buffer Ring is being refreshed while in mode. When the trigger input is received the images are saved to the remainder of the memory Buffer Ring. Recording stops once the Buffer Ring has START circled.
  • Page 107 4.1.2 External Trigger Input Use pins A and B for Contact Closure, 5V CMOS (Schmidt / Negative) or Current Loop trigger input. For Photo Isolate (Positive) trigger input use pins C and D. ■ Contact Closure A contact closure circuit triggers the DRP to complete the recording session. ■...
  • Page 108 ■ Photo Isolate (Positive) The input impedance between pins C and D is approximately 1500Ω. A voltage value between 5 and 32V will trigger the DRP and complete the recording session. ■Trigger Input Circuit (00001)A...
  • Page 109 4.1.3 Trigger Connector The Amphenol MS3116F8-4 four pin circular MIL connector is used to terminate the external trigger signal input cable. Use pins A and B for Contact Closure, 5V CMOS (Schmidt / Negative) or Current Loop trigger input. For Photo Isolate (Positive) trigger input use pins C and D. 1) Disassemble the trigger connector included as follows.
  • Page 110 4.2 Color Balance Operation 4.2.1 White Balance Whit Balance is a post-processing enhancement. When an image is recorded, the raw data in memory is not affected by this setting. The setting can be changed later at playback. There are six White Balance settings.
  • Page 111 4.2.2 Auto-Track White Balance (AWB) The Automatic White Balance function of the MEMRECAM fx employs a method where the corresponding color temperature is detected based on the signal of the image received. To match the proper white balance, it is necessary to extract the colorless data from the image signal. This is accomplished by integrating the entire image until it becomes colorless.
  • Page 112 MEMRECAM fx Troubleshooting (00001)A...
  • Page 113 5. MEMRECAM fx Troubleshooting 5.1 When Not Functioning Normally The following are common troubleshooting practices when components are not functioning normally. Contact your retail outlet to perform maintenance when normal operation does not occur after following these instructions (refer to section 5.3 “Repair and Contact Information” ). 5.1.1 Does Not Startup Restart by reverting to factory settings.
  • Page 114 5.2 Handling a System Crash A system crash occurs when display continues but there is no operation. If many alphanumeric and exception patterns are displayed on the screen, there is a problem detected by the internal software and operation has been suspended. The cause varies according to the specific malfunction of the device. When there is a system crash, make notes (memo or photograph) of all of the characters displayed on the screen.
  • Page 115 5.2 Repair and Contact Information Contact your retail outlet with the following information during a system crash or when normal operation does not occur. • For system crash, make a note of the characters displayed on the screen • For other problems, make a note of the items displayed •...

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