C-Mount Assembly - Photometrics SenSys User Manual

C-Mount Assembly

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The C-mount adapter is a standard threaded video mount with a standard
C-mount flange focal distance and additional travel distance to allow parfocal
adjustment with a variety of instruments. For specifications, see C-Mount
Adapter on page 27.
When the C-mount adapter is in place, a lens with optics that protrude a long
distance into the camera may interfere with the shutter blades. To calculate
appropriate measurements, refer to page 27.
To install the C-mount adapter (if not pre-installed):
1. Using the .050" hex wrench provided, back out the set screws so they
do not interfere with threading the mount in place. There is no need to
remove the set screws.
2. Thread the C-mount adapter onto the lens or instrument adapter. Lock
in place using the .050" hex wrench provided.
3. Thread the C-mount adapter into the camera. (In certain cases, it may
be easier to thread the camera onto the C-mount adapter.)
To focus the camera:
1. If needed, back out the set screws until you can freely rotate the
C-mount adapter.
2. Using the instructions from your software program, bring your
software into focus loop mode. For instructions on using CAMTEST
to focus, see the Focusing the Camera section of the CAMTEST chapter in
the Software Guide .
3. Hold the camera so it does not rotate, then use the lens or instrument
adapter to adjust the C-mount adapter to the desired position.
4. Tighten the set screws until snug.
To remove the C-mount adapter:
1. Using the .050" hex wrench provided, back out the set screws until you
can freely rotate the mount.
2. Unscrew the mount from the camera.
C-Mount
Adapter
C-mount Assembly
C-Mount
Lens
C-Mount
Cap
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