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P+S Technik WEISSCAM HS-2 User Manual

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ENGLISH
Before operating this product, please read the
instruction carefully and save this manual for future
use. Subject to technical change without any prior
notice.
Art. Nr. 25801 | v0908

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  • Page 1 User Manual ENGLISH Before operating this product, please read the instruction carefully and save this manual for future use. Subject to technical change without any prior notice. Art. Nr. 25801 | v0908...

  • Page 2: Manufacturer Information

    Please find worldwide authorised representation and dealer on our website www.pstechnik.de in the rental section or send an e-mail to weisscam@pstechnik.de requesting the contact details. Concerning any service and warranty requests, please contact your local distributor or P+S Technik directly by email at helpdesk@pstechnik.de...

  • Page 3: Safety Notes

    Safety Notes CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain of moisture. –...
  • Page 4 To ensure reliable, proper operation, it is required that you familiarise yourself with this operat- – ing manual. Only use compatible power supply units/batteries that conform with the voltage range of – the device. Any auxiliary equipment must not exceed the maximum permitted power. –...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Content Manufacturer Information ����������������������������������� 2 Safety Notes ������������������������������������������� 3 1. Overview �������������������������������������������� 7 1.1 Features �������������������������������������������� 7 1.2 Dimensions ������������������������������������������ 8 1.3 Connections ���������������������������������������� 13 2. Functional description ����������������������������������� 17 2.1 Setup �������������������������������������������� 17 2.2 Operation ����������������������������������������� 21 2.3 Updating the Firmware ��������������������������������� 40 2.4 Miscellaneous ���������������������������������������...

  • Page 7: Overview

    (PL Mount, Nikon F-Mount, Panavision Mount, etc.) and also change the Mount within a few seconds. The output of the WEISSCAM HS-2 offers two Streams at the same time and uses the HD SDI interface for both signals. With the WEISSCAM "RAW IN HD SDI" mapping, you are able to trans- port the RAW files via the worldwide standard and fast HD SDI single and dual link interface.

  • Page 8: Dimensions

    1.2 Dimensions Dimensions of the external housing: Height: 210.4 mm Length: 315.9 mm Width: 200.7 mm Weight of camera body only: Approx. 6,8 kg SYNC IN EXT. RUN trigger SYNC OUT Tape hook ACQ EXP Adapter plate 12V/3A DC OUT Handles 24V/3A DC OUT INT - Debayerboard Firmware update...
  • Page 9 Tape hook Adapter plate Ventilation exhaust air Rosettes EXT. RUN trigger Handles...
  • Page 10 Accessory shoe for ARRI Lightweight IMS Interchangeable Mount System Support Tape hook...
  • Page 11 HEX switch HD-SDI Link A & Link B Power switch RAW Link A & Link B Tape hook Monitor OUT MASTER / SLAVE 24V DC IN 12V (0.5A) DC OUT DVI OUT Hand Unit Ventilation, air supply CamINT (Ethernet / USB B)
  • Page 12 Handle Mounting plate for WEISSCAM DigiMag DM-2...

  • Page 13: Connections

    Analogue DVI signal with SVGA 800x600 pixels, for viewfinder (see accessories) or monitor (preview). HD-SDI Link A;B: The WEISSCAM HS-2 is equipped with an internal debayer board, which is used to debayer the RAW data in the 1080p or 720p (RAW) signal of the sensor in real time and convert into a YCbCr 4:2:2 single link or YCbCr 4:2:2 dual stream signal.
  • Page 14 Once there is sufficient voltage at the master input again, the camera auto- matically switches back to it. IMS: The Interchangeable Mount System by P+S TECHNIK makes changing cam- era mounts fast and uncomplicated. When the camera mounts are changed, the flange back is offset by the mounts.

  • Page 15: Functional Description

    2. Functional description 2.1 Setup 2.1.1 Camera Support Attaching using a bridge plate: Compatible bridge plates are the ARRI BP-5 and BP-8 for Standard35 format. Position the bridge plate with the screwed-on adapter plate on the bottom of the camera. Allow the parallel pin to engage into the bore provided and fasten the screw so that it is securely tightened.
  • Page 16 2. An alternative cable is the article #19851 which is a 6 m long cable. Wirelessoperation For wireless operation, the CAMIN interface including 16-pin C-Motion cable is required, the proper firmware for communication with the WEISSCAM HS-2 must be installed, and the radio channels between the CAMIN and Hand Unit HU-2 must be synchronised.
  • Page 17 PC system via Gig-E or USB (basic version) The camera can also be controlled with the WEISSCAMware via a PC System instead of the Hand Unit HU-2. The prerequisite for camera operation via PC System is an NVIDIA graphics card (Minimum: 8000 series). The camera must be connected to the PC System via a Gigabit Ethernet or USB cable.

  • Page 19: Operation

    Important commands such as RECORD, STOP and PLAY can also be selected via hardware but- tons. In the "basicversion", the WEISSCAM HS-2 is controlled via a PC system. All necessary settings are configured via the WEISSCAM Software. The software must be installed on a computer that has an NVIDIA graphics card (minimum 8000er series).
  • Page 20 If everything is wired properly and supplied with power,the Hand Unit HU-2 boots up and the WEISSCAM Software is started and automatically detects the camera. The WEISSCAM HS-2 logotype appears in the window frame on the right side next to CamType. If "NoCamera", is displayed instead of "WEISSCAMHS-2", there is no connection and the camera cannot be controlled.
  • Page 21 Start the WEISSCAMware software. Several seconds may pass until the software has started up completely. If the camera has been detected, the message "Camera type: WEISSCAM HS-2" appears in the upper part of the SETTINGS window. If the message "No camera found" is displayed, the camera has not been detected.

  • Page 22: Recording Settings

    2.2.2 Recording Settings Initial settings Several settings have to be configured before a recording can begin. These include the selection of the recording format, the frame rate (fps) and the corresponding shutter speed. A)-Standaloneversion On the Hand Unit HU-2, select the "SETTINGS" field/button in the main menu to access its submenu.
  • Page 23 B)Basic-IT-basedversion Detailed instructions for all functions and setting options of the WEISSCAM software are provided in the WEISSCAMware manual. This manual provides only one possible workflow. 1. Check that the software has started correctly and the camera has been detected. 2.
  • Page 24 AdditionalmodeintheIT-basedsoftware: After Trigger: Similar to Centre Trigger, but with a manually configurable centre point. Ramping: Here it is possible to jump between two different frame rates (fps) during the recording. A)Standaloneversion On the Hand Unit HU-2, select the "SETTINGS" field/button in the main menu to access its submenu.
  • Page 25 Adjusting white balance for HD-SDI stream (output) White balancing can be accomplished more quickly using the Hand Unit HU-2 and WEISS- CAMware. This requires that the camera be in record mode/Live Image mode. The white balance adjustment is carried out on a white surface which must fill at least 60 percent of the image area.
  • Page 26 Starting a recording By using "Ring Buffer" mode, it is possible to keep the camera recording continuously, and to adjust the "Live Image" as needed. Changes to the Image Control via the Hand Unit HU-2 or the HEX switch can be tested directly A)Standaloneversion Check that all preconfigured settings are correct.
  • Page 27 The recording length based on the internal camera RAM depends on various factors. Depending on the size of the RAM, the format and the frame rate, the following recording durations are possible: WEISSCAM HS-2 with 16GB RAM 25 fps 1000...
  • Page 28 Stopping recording and starting playback Depending on the REC. modes, the recording must be stopped manually or stops by itself. In the recommended "Ring Buffer" mode, the recording should be stopped manually immediately after the action. A)Standaloneversion If you have not done so already, switch to the "TIMELINE" menu of the Hand Unit HU-2. (In the main menu by pressing the "TIMELINE"...
  • Page 29 2.2.3 Download Settings Copying a sequence to a recorder In the stand alone version of the WEISSCAM HS-2, the data in RAM are transferred to a hard disk, flash or tape recorder via single or dual link. In the Basic IT-based version, data can be transferred to a PC systems in various file formats (TIFF, DPX, RAW) via gigabit Ethernet or USB.
  • Page 30 2.2.4 WEISSCAM Format OVerview The WEISSCAM HS-2 stand alone camera can output simultaniously an HD- and a RAW stream through HD-SDI connection. WEISSCAM HD Data Transfer 1:1mode(“STANDARDRAWMODESL”) HD OUT: Standard transfer (single link) 1080 24psf - on LINK A and LINK B identical singal output –...
  • Page 31 WEISSCAM RAW Data Transfer The WEISSCAM HS-2 transports its RAW signal within the HD-SDI stream. To increase the transfer speed, two different modes are possible. 1:1mode(“STANDARDRAWMODESL”): RAW OUT: One RAW frame is transferred for each HD-SDI frame through single link connection RAW 24p - on LINK A and LINK B identical signal output with playback speed of 24fps –...
  • Page 32 2.2.5 Further Processing the RAW/HD Material Workflow for RAW OutputviaHD-SDI-WEISSCAMDigiMag RAW data can be output directly to a capture station through a "WEISSCAM Debayerbox DBB-2" via HD-SDI. The RAW stream is converted to an HD stream (YCbCr 4:2:2) live and without delay. The material can then be further processed as usual.
  • Page 33 Quick start guides: The following sections are intended merely as quick start guides for the respective programs. For detailed explanations, refer to the corresponding manuals. WEISSCAMSoftwareforHS-2 IMPORTANT: At the moment only RAW files created by WEISSCAMware can be badge-rendered, no RAW files copied from DigiMag DM-2 (*.fhgWD). This is planned for the next update. Start the WEISSCAMware software (camera must be offline) Load the sequence: In the Settings window, click the "Calibrate/Load Sequence"...
  • Page 34 IRIDASFramecyclerPro(2009orhigher) Start the software. Search for the sequence. If necessary, click "Desktop" at the bottom left to show the folder structure. (The selection is selected or deselected using "Desktop".) Select the folder. The files in it are displayed on the right as thumbnails. Select the sequence.
  • Page 35 Workflow for HD OutputviaHD-SDI-WEISSCAMDigiMagorotherrecorders The HD material recorded on the WEISSCAM DigiMAG can be exported via the HD-SDI interface to any capture station that is compatible with the YCbCr 4:2:2 signal. From there, the material can be further processed as usual. OutputviaITinterfaces-WEISSCAMDigiMAG The HD material recorded on the WEISSCAM DigiMag can also be transferred to a PC system via IT interfaces (FireWire;...
  • Page 36 IRIDASSpeedGrade(2009) Start the software. Search for the sequence. If necessary, click "Desktop" at the bottom left to show the folder structure. (The selection is selected or deselected using "Desktop".) Select the folder. The files in it are displayed on the right as thumbnails. Load the sequence.
  • Page 37 Deciding whether HD-SDI or RAW streams will be recorded over depends on a number of factors. The respective advantages and disadvantages of the formats and, above all, of the desired/pos- sible workflow in post-production must be taken into consideration. The following additional information on WEISSCAM HS-2 RAW and HD-SDI streams can help. WEISSCAM RAW: Advantage: Image material is 12-bit uncompressed, a good starting point for post- production.

  • Page 38: Updating The Firmware

    2.3 Updating the Firmware 2.3.1 Updating the Debayerboard Inside the Camera When new software releases are distributed, the internal debayerboard can be updated using a PC or laptop and an USB cable. 1. The switched-off camera must be connected with the PC. There is a USB-B cable for doing this.
  • Page 39 The update process is carried out (the current installation status is displayed as a progressive percentage). 5. After the update process is finished, restart the camera. The current firmware update is active after the restart. The settings stored on the HEX switch must be recreated.

  • Page 40: Miscellaneous

    2.4 Miscellaneous 2.4.1 Possible Recorders In order to record the HD-SDI stream, the recorder must satisfy the respective SMPTE standard and, where applicable, the correct format must be configured on the recorder. To record the RAW stream, the recorder must be specified for this signal. Possiblerecorders:HD-SDIsingle+duallink WEISSCAM DIGIMAG-2 (DM-2) –...
  • Page 41 Mode Minus Quick Setup: Plug an VGA video source (DVI Output at WEISSCAM HS-2 with DVI to VGA Adapter) into the video input connector. Go to the Video Input Operation, Display Orientation Operation, Color Calibration Operation, Reset Operation, or apply power.
  • Page 42 Video Input Operation Press Before power up, press and hold the Plus and Mode button Plus & Mode button simultaneously and then apply power to change video input modes. Release the Plus and Mode buttons and the display will toggle input modes (SVGA to VGA, or vice versa).
  • Page 43 Press Plus & Minus Press Plus & Power Up > R/G/B blinks twice Minus Red Brightness Power Mode > Green Down blinks twice Plus / Update Green Minus Display & Brightness Memory > White blinks once Mode > Blue blinks twice Blue Brightness Mode >...
  • Page 44 Reset Operation Press Minus & Before power up, Reset Operation can be entered by pressing Mode button and holding the Mode and Minus buttons simultaneously and then applying power. Release the Mode and Minus buttons and the display will be reset to factory settings, which are: a.
  • Page 45 Press the Mode button for one second to change from contrast mode back to luminance mode. The red light will blink twice indicating the mode change. After two seconds, the white light will blink once to indicate the memory being set with the cur- rent settings.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    Cable defective or incorrect pin assign- ment >> Check / replace cable ● Turn-on pulse not received correctly >> Turn the WEISSCAM HS-2 off and back on again ● Debayerboard started incorrectly >> Turn the WEISSCAM HS-2 off and back on again ●...
  • Page 48 Connecting cable defective >> Replace connecting cable ● Radio channels do not match WEISSCAM HS-2 is not detected by the (wireless mode) Hand Unit HU-2 (Stand alone version) >> Set the same radio channel on the Hand Unit HU-2 and camin >>...
  • Page 49 Video adapter (DVI-VGA) defective >> Replace video adapter ● Debayerboard started incorrectly No image on the viewfinder (electronic) >> Turn the WEISSCAM HS-2 off and back on again ● Viewfinder receives false signal >> Output must supply SVGA 800x600 (standard with WEISSCAM HS-2) ●...

  • Page 51: Technical Specifications

    . Technical Specifications Power Voltage: 24V DC, Fischer 2-pin Slave: 24V DC, Fischer 2-pin Power Consumption: Operating Temperature: 5° C - 40° C Storage Temperature: 0° C - 50° C Mass: ca. 6,8 kg Dimensions: 210,4mm 315,9mm 200,7mm Imager Configuration: Single CMOS Sensor Dimensions Sensor: 22,176mm x 22,176mm...
  • Page 52 Pin assignment of connectors Hand Unit HU-2: Connector type 7-pin Fischer RS232 TXD RS232 RXD CBUS-H (intra-system BUS) CBUS-L (intra-system BUS) GPIO (general purpose input & output) +24VDC / 0.5A (out) MASTER/SLAVE 24V DC IN: Connector type 2-pin Fischer +24V 12V/0.5A DC OUT: Connector type 4-pin Lemo...
  • Page 53 OLED Technology Connectors: Power connector: 4-pin Lemo Video connector: VGA (use with DVI to VGA Adapter) Accessories: Standard eyepiece cup, Accessories can be use and can easily be exchanged 3 axis adjustable viewfinder holder, can be attached to the WEISSCAM HS-2...

  • Page 55: Addresses And Contacts

    Please find worldwide authorised representation and dealer on our website www.pstechnik.de in the rental section or send an e-mail to weisscam@pstechnik.de requesting the contact details. Concerning any service and warranty requests, please contact your local distributor or P+S Technik directly by email at helpdesk@pstechnik.de www.pstechnik.de...

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