F-Mount Assembly - Photometrics SenSys User Manual

F-Mount Assembly

The F-mount adapter is a standard Nikon bayonet mount with a standard
F-mount flange focal distance and additional travel distance to allow parfocal
adjustment with a variety of instruments. For specifications, see F-Mount
Adapter on page 26.
To install the F-mount adapter (if not pre-installed):
To focus the camera:
To remove the F-mount adapter:
1. Using the 1/16" 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 F-mount adapter onto the camera.
3. Insert the lens into the adapter and rotate it counterclockwise to lock. If
you don't use a lens, simply attach your instrument's F-mount adapter
to the camera or attach the camera to the instrument's F-mount. (If your
instrument requires an F-mount adapter, contact your instrument
supplier.)
1. If needed, back out the set screws until you can freely rotate the
F-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 rotate the F-mount adapter
to the desired position.
4. Tighten the set screws until snug.
1. Using the 1/16" hex wrench provided, back out the set screws until you
can freely rotate the mount.
2. Unscrew the mount from the camera.
F-Mount
Lens
Adapter
(optional)
F-mount Assembly
Chapter 3. Configuration Options
Lens
Cap
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