Photron FASTCAM Nova Hardware Manual

FASTCAM Nova

Hardware Manual

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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.

WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

CAUTION:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Introduction

Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of Photron’s high-speed camera system, the “FASTCAM NOVA”

(referred to below as the system).

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.

After you finish reading the manual, store it in a safe place along with the warranty card and

refer back to it when necessary.

Using the Manual

Using the Manual

Using the Manual

Using the Manual

This section explains the layout of the manual.

Introduction

The introduction explains the manual and safety precautions.

Chapter 1, Setup

This chapter gives an overview of the components that make up the system. It also explains basic keypad

operation and a list of items that should be checked before using the system.

Chapter 2, Recording

This chapter explains operations related to recording.

Chapter 3, Product Specifications

This chapter explains the system’s specifications.

Chapter 4, Product Specifications

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.

Manual Notation

Manual Notation

The following icons and symbols are used in the explanations in this manual.

Icon/Symbol

Description

This symbol indicates supplementary items to be aware of

when using the software.

This symbol indicates the location of a reference.

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.

" "

This symbol is used to indicate the names of items on a

screen, references, dialog names, and connectors.

[ ]

This symbol is used to indicate menu names, and

sub-menu names.

Using the System Safely and Correctly

Using the System Safely and Correctly

In order 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. Please pay careful attention to the content of the safety
precautions when using the system.

This symbol indicates actions that carry the risk that a person could receive a
serious injury.

This symbol indicates actions that carry the risk that a person could receive a
moderate injury, or that damage to physical property might occur.

The safety precautions to be observed are explained with the following symbols.

This symbol indicates actions that require caution.

This symbol indicates actions that are prohibited and must be avoided.

This symbol indicates actions that must always be performed.

Caution

Warning

Using the System Safely and Correctly

■Do not perform actions that will damage the AC cable or plug.
(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.

■Do not use the system in a manner which will exceed the rating of the power outlet
or wiring equipment used.
Exceeding the power rating might cause a fire from excessive heat.

■Do not insert metallic objects inside, or pour liquids such as water on, the system.
Doing so can cause fire, electric shock, or malfunction from short circuit or heat.

■Do not disassemble or modify the system.
There are high voltages inside the system that can cause electric shock.

■Do not plug in or unplug the power cord with wet hands.
Doing so can cause electric shock.

■Make sure the power plug is fully insert into the socket
Not fully plugging in the power cable can cause fire from electric shock or heat.

■When something is wrong with the system, unplug the power cable immediately.

- When a foreign substance or liquid, such as metal or water, gets inside.

- When the outer case is broken or damaged, such as from a fall.

- When the system produces smoke, a strange smell, or strange sound.

Using the system in these conditions might cause a fire or electric shock.

■Do not use the accessories by the usage that a manufacturer does not specify. It may
cause damage of protection.

Warning

Using the System Safely and Correctly

■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.

■Please consult us in advance when you perform an event by which laser light or direct
rays fall on the image sensor surface.

■Do not set the system in a location where the temperature gets unusually hot.
The trunk and inside of a car can get especially hot in summer.
Doing so can cause the outer case and internal components to deteriorate or cause a
fire.

■Do not place the system in a location prone to oily smoke or steam, or in a location
with a lot of humidity or dust.
Oil, moisture, and dust conduct electricity, which can cause a fire or electric shock.

■Ambient temperature 0-45°C, humidity 80% RH or lower, maximum altitude 2,000m
or lower. In addition, if exceeding these limits, use in a condensation-free environment.
Use in a condition out of the above limits can cause malfunction.

■Do not store the equipment in a location where the temperature goes below -20°C or
higher than 60°C. Also, prevent condensation from forming during shipment.

■When shipping, remove the connecting cable and use the original packaging or a
dedicated carrying case.
Do not ship the equipment in an environment where the temperature goes below -20°C
or higher than 60°C. Also, prevent condensation from forming during shipment.

Caution

Using the System Safely and Correctly

■This system has a handle, but this assumes use of camera installation and
transportation.
When recording, please fix the equipment using a stand, tripod, etc and do not record
with the handle being carried.

■When installing the camera with a tripod, please check the tripod load capacity and
be careful not to exceed the load bearing capacity.
Also, when using a tripod, please make sure that the tripod, tripod screw, panhead, and
others are properly set, and be careful not to fall down the tripod.

■Although this camera is compatible with outdoor use, the AC power supply unit is not
outdoor compatible. When using it outdoors, prepare another power supply.

Caution

Using the System Safely and Correctly

“CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements for safety,

health, environment and customer protection. “CE” mark equipments are intended for sales in

Europe.

These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your household
waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC), the Battery Directive
(2006/66/EC) and/or your national laws implementing those Directives.
This product should be handed over to a designated collection point, e.g., on an
authorized one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar product or to an authorized
collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) and
batteries and accumulators. Improper handling of this type of waste could have a
possible impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous
substances that are generally associated with EEE. Your cooperation in the correct
disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources.
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.

Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause
radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

European Union (and EEA) only

Using the System Safely an

d Correctly

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) events may cause immediate and unrecoverable damage to the image sensor.
Please read the following instructions and take EXTREME CARE when cleaning the image sensor surface.

■ALWAYS take appropriate anti-static precautions when cleaning or working near the
Image sensor.

■DO NOT use any form of cleaning equipment using electrostatic or ‘charged fiber’
technology.

◼ Please discharge any electrostatic build up in your body by touching a grounded

metallic surface before working near the camera sensor.

◼ Very gently, use only clean and dry air to remove dust from surface of the image

sensor.

◼ To remove stubborn contamination use the highest grade (e.g. VLSI grade) pure

Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) with optical wipes of ‘clean room’ grade.

◼ Extreme care must be taken! Gently wipe across the sensor in a single action.

(DO NOT rub to avoid abrasive damage to delicate optical coatings on the glass
surface.)

Cleaning of the Image Sensor Surface

Contents

Contents

Capter 1 Setup 1

1.1. About the System’s Components and Accessories ................................. 2

1.1.1. Components .......................................................................... 2

1.1.2. Accessories/Options ................................................................ 2

1.1.3. Type ..................................................................................... 3

1.2. Part Names .................................................................................... 4

1.2.1. Camera Body ......................................................................... 4

1.2.2. Camera Body Part Names ........................................................ 5

1.2.3. Interchangeable Lens Mount .................................................... 7

1.2.4. Status Display LEDs on the Rear of the Camera Body .................. 8

1.2.5. Power Supply Connector, DC Cable ........................................... 9

1.2.6. Gigabit Ethernet Connector .................................................... 11

1.2.7. EXT-SSD Connector .............................................................. 12

1.2.8. RESET Switch ...................................................................... 13

1.3. Input / Output Signal Types ............................................................. 14

1.3.1. TRIG SW IN ......................................................................... 14

1.3.2. INPUT 1/2 ........................................................................... 15

1.3.3. IO INPUT Circuit Diagram ...................................................... 16

1.3.4. OUTPUT 1/2 ........................................................................ 17

1.3.5. Using External Synchronization Signals ................................... 18

1.3.6. Synchronization with a variable frequency ............................... 19

1.3.7. Signal Delay ......................................................................... 20

1.3.8. IRIG IN (External Time Synchronization） ............................... 22

1.3.9. IRIG-sync Operation ............................................................. 23

1.4. Device Connections ......................................................................... 24

1.4.1. Minimum Equipment Connection ............................................ 24

1.4.2. Connecting a Video Monitor ................................................... 25

Capter 2 Recording 29

2.1. Selecting Frame Rate/ Resolution ..................................................... 30

Contents

2.2. Selecting Shutter Speed .................................................................. 31

Capter 3 Product Specifications 32

3.1. Specifications ................................................................................ 33

3.1.1. Product Specifications .......................................................... 33

3.1.2. Random Reset Delay/ Dead Time ........................................... 34

3.1.3. Other Supported Function ..................................................... 35

3.1.4. General Specifications ........................................................... 36

3.1.5. Frame Rate and Resolution .................................................... 37

3.1.6. Shutter Speed List ................................................................ 43

3.1.7. Recordable Image Count/ Resolution ...................................... 44

3.1.8. Recordable Image Count/Resolution ....................................... 45

3.2. Dimensions .................................................................................... 46

3.2.1. Camera Body ....................................................................... 46

3.2.2. AC Power Supply Unit ........................................................... 54

Capter 4 Warranty 55

4.1. About the Warranty ........................................................................ 56

Capter 5 Contacting Photron 57

5.1. Contact Information ........................................................................ 58

A. Appendix エラー! ブックマークが定義されていません。

A.1. Reference Information ........... エラー! ブックマークが定義されていません。

A.1.1. Relative Spectral Response (monochrome)エラー! ブックマークが定義されていません。
A.1.2. Quantum Efficiency (monochrome)エラー! ブックマークが定義されていません。
A.1.3. Relative Spectral Response (color)エラー! ブックマークが定義されていません。
A.1.4. Quantum Efficiency (color)エラー! ブックマークが定義されていません。

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Capter 1 Setup

This chapter gives an overview of the
components that make up the system. It
also explains a list of items that should be
checked before using the system.

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1.1 About the System’s Components and Accessories

1.1. About the System’s Components and Accessories

1.1.1. Components

Refer to the attached packing list for this product's standard components and accessories.

1.1.2. Accessories/Options

The following options are available for the system.

1. Specialized Spear Power Supply Connector (for Custom Cable)

2. FASTCAM Nova Specialized Carrying Case

3. Specialized Canon EF Remote Control Mount

4. Specialized FAST Drive Holder

5. FAST Drive Cable (30cm)

6. FAST Drive 1TB

7. FAST Dock

Use only the components and accessories/options specified on the”1.1.About the
System’s Components and Accessories” for AC power adapter/AC cable and others.

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1.1 About the System’s Components and Accessories

1.1.3. Type

For the system, there are monochrome and color versions, and for each of these versions,
there are 8 GB standard memory capacity type and 16 GB (or 16GB, 32GB, 64GB) high
capacity type.

When purchasing, it is possible to select from these models according to the application or
your demands.

The type categories are listed as follows.

◼ Camera type name and category

Item

list

Explanation

Full Frame
Frame Rate

S6

6,400fps

S9

9,000fps

S12

12,800fps

Fame Rate

1000K

1,000,000fps

900K

900,000fps

800K

800,000fps

500K

500,000fps (Supports fps up to 541,000 fps with
external synchronization)

200KS

200,000fps (Shutter speed 1usec control type)

Censor

M

monochrome

C

color

Memory

8GB

8 gigabyte

16GB

16 gigabyte

32GB

32 gigabyte

64GB

64 gigabyte

•

Export-controlled model type：type 200KS is subject to certain restriction on the frame
rate.

•

Export-controlled model type 200KSare subject to restriction on the shutter speed.

•

Subject to restrictions under Export Trade Control Order, your camera may NOT be used
depending on the country where you intend to use. If you are considering exporting your
camera, check with Photron first. Contact information is given in "Capter 5 Contacting
Photron5.1", 57 page.

FASTCAM Nova S12 type 1000K-C-64GB

Censor

Memory

Camera Name

Full Frame
Frame Rate

Fame

Rate

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1.2 Part Names

1.2. Part Names

The system is composed of components including the camera body, AC power supply, and

the "Photron FASTCAM Viewer" control software (referred to below as PFV).

For the camera body and the AC power adapter

- Do not expose the camera body, AC power adapter and other optional components

to shock.

- Do not use in an area where flammable gas or dust is present.

- Do not place in an unstable location such as on an unstable platform or an incline.

- Do not disassemble or modify.

- Do not expose to liquids such as water.

- Do not subject to excessive force.

1.2.1. Camera Body

The camera body contains IC memory for image recording and has been designed to be
able to record high-speed images uncompressed. The back of the camera body is equipped
with the video output terminals, which can playback the recorded images on a video
monitor; the Gigabit Ethernet interface, which permits full camera control and data
download possible via connection to a PC; the input/output connector, which allows external
synchronization signals, trigger signals, IRIG time code.

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1.2 Part Names

1.2.2. Camera Body Part Names

GtypeF Mount, without FAST Drive Holder

HD -SDI

TR IG S W I N

IR IG I N

IN PUT 1

IN PUT 2

OU TPUT 1

OU TPUT 2

DEF:S YNC IN

DEF:T RIG TTL IN

DEF:S YNC OUT

DEF:T RIG TTL OUT

GtypeF Mount

DC IN
22-32V
Primary Power Supply
Connector

Handle

POWER

Power Switch

I/O, HD-SDI Connector

BATTERY
DC22-32V
Secondary Power Supply
Connector

GIGABIT ETHERNET

Gigabit Ethernet

LAN Cable Connector

EXT-SSD

FAST Drive Connector

KEYPAD

Keypad Connector

(Reserved)

Status Indicator LED

RESET
Reset Switch

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GtypeF Mount, with FAST Drive Holder

HD -SDI

TR IG S W I N

IR IG I N

IN PUT 1

IN PUT 2

OU TPUT 1

OU TPUT 2

DEF:S YNC I N

DEF:T RIG T TL IN

DEF:S YNC O UT

DEF:T RIG T TL OUT

FAST Drive Holder

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1.2 Part Names

1.2.3. Interchangeable Lens Mount

The lens mount on the system can be changed according to the recording purpose.

There are 3 types of interchangeable lens mounts: “G type F Mount”, “C Mount”, and “EF
Mount (Option)”.

The system has mechanical shutter as a standard feature.

How to change the lens mount (G type F Mount → C Mount)

1. Remove the four M5 bolts with the hexagonal holes using the hexagonal wrench.

2. Remove the G type F Mount portion as a unit.

3. Install the C Mount unit using the bolts with hexagonal holes in the 90° diagonal holes.

4. After installation, always verify that the unit is not loose and does not rattle.

GtypeF Mount

(Standard)

C Mount

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1.2 Part Names

1.2.4. Status Display LEDs on the Rear of the Camera Body

There are a number of LEDs on the rear of the system's
camera body. These LEDs indicate the status of the system.
The function of each LED is explained here.

Item

Color

ON

FLASHING

OFF

POWER Power On

―

Power Off

GIGABIT

ETHERNET

The Gigabit Ethernet

interface is connected

Data is transferring

The Gigabit Ethernet

interface is not

connected

READY ―

Ready to record

Not ready to record

REC Recording

ENDLESS recording

Not recording

TRIGGER

A trigger signal is

present (being input)

(The LED will illuminate

for 0.1 second when the

trigger signal is input)

―

The trigger signal is not

present

SYNC IN

Synchronization signal is

not input in external

synchronization mode

Synchronization signal is

input in external

synchronization mode

Internal synchronization

mode

IRIG

IRIG signal is not input in

IRIG mode

IRIG signal is input in

IRIG mode

IRIG mode off

Illumination/blinking in operational states

◼ During low light mode operation

LEDs other than POWER (Green) and GIGABIT ETHERNET (Red) blink at a regular interval.

◼ When calibration is run from USER SW or the remote controller

LEDs other than POWER (Green) and GIGABIT ETHERNET (Red) blink at alternately from up to down

three times and from down to up three times.

◼ During the Gigabit Ethernet interface initialization

LEDs other than POWER (Green) and GIGABIT ETHERNET (Red) blink at alternately from right to left

three times and from left to right three times.

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1.2 Part Names

1.2.5. Power Supply Connector, DC Cable

This is a DC power supply input connector. Connect to the supplied AC adapter.

The cable connector is optionally available. When using other power supplies, construct a
cable using the pin diagram below as a reference.

Power connector(Body side)

Pin Diagram

DC Cable (Body side)

Pin Diagram

DC Cable (Adapter side)

Pin Diagram

FGJ.1B.304.CYMD62Z

GMA.1B.054.DN

JJB1156

Connector

Name

Signal Name

Pin

No.

Connector Model Name

(Manufacturer)

Power

connector

（

Body side

）

+Vo

1

FGJ.1B.304.CYMD62Z (LEMO)

+Vo

2

GND

3

GND

4

DC cable

（

Connector

side

）

+Vo

1

GMA.1B.054.DN (LEMO)

+Vo

2

GND

3

GND

4

DC cable

（

Adapter side

）

+Vo

1

JJB1156 (LEMO)

+Vo

2

GND

3

GND

4

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1.2 Part Names

When using the connector pins directly, refer to the chart above and ensure the
wiring is correct.
If the wiring is incorrect, not only is there the danger of the system
malfunctioning, but also of fire and electric shock.

Do not use a power supply which does not meet the system's specifications, or a
power supply you cannot guarantee the safety of.
By using a power supply outside of the system specifications, not only is there
the danger of the system malfunctioning, but also of fire and electric shock.

Please use an external power supply with the suitable rating which was estimated
by IEC/EN 61010-1 3rd Edition (compiled with CI. 6.3 and CI. 2.5), and separated
from the main circuit by double insulation or reinforced insulation.

Although this system is compatible with outdoor use, the AC power supply unit is
not outdoor compatible. When using it outdoors, prepare another power supply.

Warning

Warning

Warning

Warning

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1.2 Part Names

1.2.6. Gigabit Ethernet Connector

It is an Ethernet connector for communicating with the PC and is a common RJ45
connector.

Connect a 1000BASE-T compatible interface board and this product with a LAN cable. For
the LAN cable, prepare a UTP or STP Cat 5e (enhanced category 5) or higher LAN cable.
(UTP: Unshielded Twisted Pair, STP: Shielded Twisted Pair)

The maximum cable length between the PC and the system is, compliant to the
1000BASE-T specification, up to 100 m. One PC can connect to a maximum of 64 Photron
Gigabit Ethernet interface equipped cameras using a hub. When connecting multiple
devices, connect through a switching hub that can connect at 1000BASE-T. The maximum
length of the cable that connects the system (or PC) to the switching hub is also 100 m.

•

Photron recommends using an STP cable over long distances or in noisy locations.

•

When connecting the camera to a network device of 10G Ethernet, it is necessary to set
the setting on the network device side to "1Gbps" speed or to add a switching HUB
corresponding to 1000 BASE-T in between.

•

The system's factory default IP address is below:
IP ADDRESS ： 192.168.0.10
NETMASK ： 255.255.255.0
GATEWAY ADDRESS ： 0.0.0.0

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1.2 Part Names

1.2.7. EXT-SSD Connector

It is installed as a standard in Nova.

Remove the EXT-SSD connector cover on the back of the camera and use it.

The EXT-SSD connector is for connecting the FAST Drive for saving data.

Use the optional FAST Drive exclusive cable to connect the FAST Drive.

•

For details on how to use it, please refer to “FAST Drive / FAST Dock User’s Manual”.

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1.2 Part Names

1.2.8. RESET Switch

There is RESET switch that can be set on the back of the system.

◼ Camera IP Address Initialization

In some circumstance when the IP address is changed, and the new IP address is not explicit, an IP

Address Initialization operation is recommended. In this case, the IP address will be reset to 192.168.0.10

as the factory settings.

1. Press and hold the RESET switch at the camera’s back side.

2. All of the LEDs on the camera’s back side light, then they turn off from top to bottom. All of

LEDs blink twice after they turn off.

3. Reboot the camera. The IP address is reset to the factory setting.

•

If pressing and holding the RESET switch is stopped during LEDs are turning off from top
to bottom, the IP address reset is not accomplished. Press and hold the switch until they
blink certainly.

•

If pressing and holding the RESET switch is kept after the LEDs blink, “Factory Default” is
executed.

◼ Reset to the Factory Default

Camera settings can be reset to the factory default state by the following procedure.

1. Press and hold the RESET switch on the camera’s back side.

2. All of the LEDs on the camera’s back side light, then they turn off from top to bottom (first

time). All of LEDs blink twice after they turn off. (An IP address is reset.)

3. All of LEDs light, then they turn off from top to bottom (second time). All of LEDs blink twice

after they turn off. And they light again.

4. The LEDs turn off from top to bottom (third time). After that, they turn to keep blinking.

5. Reboot the camera. The camera settings are reset to the factory default.

•

To reset to the factory default, press and hold the RESET switch until all of LEDs blink after
3 times turning off from top to bottom.

•

If pressing and holding the RESET switch is stopped when the LEDs’ turning off from top to
bottom is finished 1 time, only an IP address is reset.

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1.3 Input / Output Signal Types

1.3. Input / Output Signal Types

With the system, many signals can be input and output through the I/O connector. Signals

that can be input and output from the I/O connecter are listed below.

A signal other than the specified signal must not be input to the various connectors.
Use extreme caution as there is a risk of damage to both, the input device and the
output device.

1.3.1. TRIG SW IN

This trigger is input during the READY or ENDLESS recording state by contact between the
BNC connector’s shield and a center pin (switch closure). The center pin normally has
voltage flowing through it. Use caution to avoiding contact with other pins.

Connector Name

(Input System)

Menu

Signal

TRIG SW IN

None

Contact signal

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1.3 Input / Output Signal Types

1.3.2. INPUT 1/2

The effect when a signal is input is described below, and can be optionally selected and
set.

The input voltage is 0V to +12V (H level +3.3V to +12V), positive or negative polarity,
pulse width is 200 ns or greater.

Default settings are INPUT1 connector is assigned “SYNC POS”, INPUT2 connector is
assigned “TRIG POS”.

Menu Display

Contents

Signal

(Input Signal Conditions)

TRIG POS

Inputs a positive polarity trigger signal.

FET Input 0V - +12V (H
level +3.3V to +12V),
Positive Polarity

TRIG NEG

Inputs a negative polarity trigger signal.

FET Input 0V - +12V (H
level +3.3V to +12V),
Negative Polarity

READY POS

Inputs a positive polarity READY signal.
By inputting in the live state, switch
READY ON / OFF.
In addition, by inputting while
recording, cancel the recording state.

FET Input 0V - +12V (H
level +3.3V to +12V),
Positive Polarity

READY NEG

Inputs a negative polarity READY
signal.
By inputting in the live state, switch
READY ON / OFF.
In addition, by inputting while
recording, cancel the recording state.

FET Input 0V - +12V (H
level +3.3V to +12V),
Negative Polarity

SYNC POS

Inputs the signal with positive polarity.
Input the synchronization signal from
the camera or external device.

FET Input 0V - +12V (H
level +3.3V to +12V),
Positive Polarity

SYNC NEG

Inputs the signal with negative polarity.
Input the synchronization signal from
the camera or external device.

FET Input 0V - +12V (H
level +3.3V to +12V),
Negative Polarity

EVENT POS

Input the signal with positive polarity.
By inputting during recording, "Event
marker" is displayed separately from
the trigger point in the data after
recording.

FET Input 0V - +12V (H
level +3.3V to +12V),
Positive Polarity

EVENT NEG

Input the signal with negative polarity.
By inputting during recording, "Event
marker" is displayed separately from
the trigger point in the data after
recording.

FET Input 0V - +12V (H
level +3.3V to +12V),
Negative Polarity

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1.3 Input / Output Signal Types

1.3.3. IO INPUT Circuit Diagram

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1.3 Input / Output Signal Types

1.3.4. OUTPUT 1/2

These are also BNC connectors. The signals below can be changed and output from PFV.
The output voltage is 0V to +5V, positive or negative polarity, pulse width can be changed.
Default settings are OUTPUT1 connector is ”SYNC POS”, OUTPUT2 is ”TRIG POS”.

Menu Display

Contents

Signal Type

SYNC POS

Outputs a positive polarity vertical
synchronization signal.

+5V CMOS output, Positive
Polarity

SYNC NEG

Outputs a negative polarity vertical
synchronization signal.

+5V CMOS output, Negative
Polarity

EXPOSE POS

Outputs the sensor's exposure
interval at H level.

+5V CMOS output, Positive
Polarity

EXPOSE NEG

Outputs the sensor's exposure
interval at L level.

+5V CMOS output, Negative
Polarity

REC POS

Outputs an interval signal during
recording at H level.

+5V CMOS output, Positive
Polarity

REC NEG

Outputs an interval signal during
recording at L level.

+5V CMOS output, Negative
Polarity

TRIG POS

Outputs the trigger signal received
by the camera at H level.

+5V CMOS output, Positive
Polarity
For TRIG SW IN
Normally Open, approx. 25usec
Normally Close, approx. 220usec
For TRIG TTL IN
POS：approx. 176 to 208nsec
NEG：approx. 248 to 280nsec
For GENERAL IN
POS：approx. 146 to 176nsec
NEG：approx. 232 to 264nsec

TRIG NEG

Outputs the trigger signal received
by the camera at L level.

+5V CMOS output, Negative
Polarity
For TRIG SW IN
Normally Open, approx. 25usec
Normally Close, approx. 220usec
For TRIG TTL IN
POS：approx. 176 to 208nsec
NEG：approx. 248 to 280nsec
For GENERAL IN
POS：approx. 146 to 176nsec
NEG：approx. 232 to 264nsec

READY POS

Outputs a signal at H level during the
trigger wait state.
(READY in START mode.) Only valid
during START, CENTER, END, and
MANUAL modes.

+5V CMOS output, Positive
Polarity

READY NEG

Outputs a signal at L level during the
trigger wait state.
(READY in START mode.) Only valid
during START, CENTER, END, and
MANUAL modes.

+5V CMOS output, Negative
Polarity

When using 50 cm cable from the signal generator to the camera

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1.3 Input / Output Signal Types

1.3.5. Using External Synchronization Signals

An external synchronization mode to synchronize to an external signal is provided on the
system. By using an external synchronization signal, recording can be conducted using
multiple cameras to synchronize the timing of the shots or to also synchronize the shots
with external measuring devices and lighting. The procedure and precautions for using the
external synchronization signal are explained below.

◼ Inputting an External Synchronization Signal

An external synchronization signal can be input with the system. See the chart below for
external synchronization input settings.

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OFF

Sets external synchronization off, operates independently.

ON CAM

The camera synchronizes with external signals below the currently set fps.
The fps set at the beginning is displayed on the display.

ON OTHER

The camera synchronizes with the signal input when changing the setting
to ON OTHER.
On the display, it becomes the fps at the time of setting change, and it
synchronizes with the signal below this frequency.
After synchronization setting, shutter speed and resolution can be
changed but fps can not be changed.

◼ Outputting an External Synchronization Signal

The system can externally output a synchronization signal. See the chart below for
external synchronization output settings.

Menu

Display

Contents

Signal Type

Delay Time

SYNC POS

Outputs a positive
polarity vertical
synchronization signal.

CMOS (74ACT541 buffer)
output, positive polarity

Approx. 168nsec

SYNC NEG

Outputs a negative
polarity vertical
synchronization signal.

CMOS (74ACT541 buffer)
output, negative polarity

Approx. 168nsec

•

When changing to the "ON OTHER" setting without inputting the synchronization signal,
the state will be "50Hz(E-Sync)".

After that, even if you input the synchronization signal, it will operate at 50 Hz so please
execute "ON OTHER" setting again after inputting the synchronization signal.

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1.3.6. Synchronization with a variable frequency

When synchronizing with a varying input frequency signal, the frame rate and resolution
specified before recording will be kept as a maximum value, and the camera frequency can
alternate to a minimum of about 60Hz following to the input signal, even under the
recording mode.

•

When an input sync signal is variable, or when it exceeds the upper limit frequency, the
output image quality might be worse.

•

If this phenomenon happens, the image quality can be recovered by reducing about 16 to
40 pixels of vertical resolution.

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1.3 Input / Output Signal Types

1.3.7. Signal Delay

With the system, you can set the signal delay time or pulse width for the various signals that are

input and output. Pulse width and delay settings for the various signals to input/output are made with

PFV or the remote controller (optional). The content of each setting is listed in the chart below.

Setting Item

Setting Range (Value)

TRIG TTL IN DELAY

0-60 (s) 100 ns units

SYNC IN DELAY

0-1/frame rate (s) 100 ns units

GENERAL IN DELAY

0-60 (s) 100 ns units

TRIG OUT WIDTH

0-1 (ms) 100 ns units

SYNC OUT DELAY

0-1/frame rate (s) 100 ns units

SYNC OUT WIDTH

0-500 (us), 1/frame rate (s) at 2,000 fps or higher 100 ns units

EXPOSE OUT DELAY

0-1/frame rate (s) 100 ns units

SYNC OUT TIMES

0.5, 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 20, 30 (* x1 is standard output)

SYNC OUT TIMES

Values 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10. A value of 1 is normal output.

Set from the SYNC IN/OUT menu, SYNC OUT TIMES submenu.

Output a SYNC (vertical synchronization signal) from SYNC OUT that is 30 times SYNC.

Example: For a frame rate of 1,000 fps, SYNC OUT TIMES setting of 2.

Example: For a frame rate of 1,000 fps, SYNC OUT TIMES setting of 4.

SYNC OUT Output

1,000 fps Synchronization Signal

1,000 fps Synchronization Signal

SYNC OUT Output

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1.3 Input / Output Signal Types

•

An accurate frequency is output, but when SYNC OUT TIMES is set to a large value with a high

frame rate, the setting may result in frequency errors.

•

There are following limitations in SYNC OUT TIMES function.

Frame Rate

Restriction

～

60,000fps

No Limit

60,001fps

～

90,000fps

x30 is unavailable

90,001fps

～

500,000fps

x20 and x30 are unavailable

500,001fps

～

1,000,000fps

x8, x10, x20 and x30 are unavailable

•

The following signal input cannot be accepted during the delay period。

•

Export-controlled model type is subject to certain restriction on the frame rate.

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1.3 Input / Output Signal Types

1.3.8. IRIG IN (External Time Synchronization）

The system supports IRIG-B input and can add an IRIG code to each recorded frame. The

sample timing for the IRIG code is once each frame.

The recorded IRIG code is displayed on a “PFV”.

◼ IRIG Code Input Specification

Connector

BNC

Code Format

IRIG-B (122) Analog

Amplitude

1.0Vp-p min,8.0Vp-p max

Mark to space ratio

3:1 to 6:1

Typical modulated carrier signal ratio

10:1

•

IRIG Time Code is used when synchronizing a camera with external equipment in time.

•

It is a convenient function when apparatus is physically separated.

•

When the IRIG code is being input, the IRIG code is displayed in white, and is displayed to the left.

•

The IRIG offset time is also displayed below it. When the IRIG code is not being input, the IRIG

code is displayed in grey. At that time, the counter is the camera’s internal counter and it continues

to count.

•

Limitation of use of IRIG code

With the Image Trigger function, IRIG code cannot be used when the specified number of frames

is 32 or fewer in RANDOM CENTER or RANDOM MANUAL trigger mode.

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1.3.9. IRIG-sync Operation

This camera system supports IRIG-sync operation, in which the sensor drive signal is

synchronized with the input of IRIG-B signal.

◼ How IRIG-sync operation works?

In IRIG-sync operation, the image sensor is driven by the timing signal shown below.

Exposure to the sensor starts at the start of the IRIG-1PPS signal

IRIG-B ：IRIG code that is input to the camera

IRIG-1PPS ：1PPS timing of the IRIG code

EXPOSURE ：Exposure to the camera sensor (exposure is indicated by high duration)

CAM_V ：Camera’s vertical sync signal

IRIG-B

IRIG - 1PPS

EXPOSURE

CAM_V

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1.4 Device Connections

1.4. Device Connections

1.4.1. Minimum Equipment Connection

The minimum connection for using the camera is as follows.

•

Refer to “Photron FASTCAM Viewer 4 User’s Manual” for software operation.

PC with PFV

installed

LAN cable
(Gigabit Ethernet)

AC Power cord

DC cable

AC power adapter

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1.4 Device Connections

1.4.2. Connecting a Video Monitor

Connecting video monitors to the system for checking the live image (camera
pass-through image).

Connect a video input connector on a HD-SDI monitor to the “HD-SDI” connector with a
BNC cable.

Resolution

Frequency

1080p
30Hz

25Hz

•

Use 5C-FB specification cables for HD-SDI output

HD-SDI connector (BNC)

The HD-SDI (High Definition
Serial Digital Interface) output.

Video Monitor, etc., Video Device

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1.5 How to open the FAST Drive holder

1.5. How to open the FAST Drive holder

This section explains how to open the FAST Drive holder.

①

Pull out the flap (black part) of the FAST Drive holder as shown in the following figure.

②

Open the outside.

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1.6 Change attachment position of FAST Drive holder

1.6. Change attachment position of FAST Drive holder

When using the camera sideways, or when the FAST Drive holder or handle is in the way, it

can be removed and used.

This section explains how to attach the FAST Drive holder from the front side to the left side

to the bottom side, and the handle from the top side to the left side as viewed from the front.

①

Remove the screws (2 top and 2 bottom) that attach the FAST Drive holder.

②

Remove the FAST Drive holder.

③

Remove the screws (2 top) that attach the Carrying handle.

④

Remove the Carrying handle.

①

①

①

①

②

③

③

④

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1.6 Change attachment position of FAST Drive holder

⑤

Tilt the camera 90 degrees to the right.

⑥

Mount the Carrying handle with the screw as shown in the following figure.

⑦

Mount the FAST Drive holder with the screw as shown in the following figure

•

The handle can be removed and used, but it will be hot while the main unit is running, so
install and operate the handle and do not touch the main unit.

•

When using in a high temperature environment of 40 degrees or more, attach a special
FAST Drive holder to the top panel, or do not store FAST Drive in a dedicated FAST Drive
holder.

•

Since the fan is on the right side as seen from the front of the main unit, the FAST Drive
holder can not be mounted on this side.

2

Capter 2 Recording

This chapter explains operations
related to recording.

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2.1 Selecting Frame Rate/ Resolution

2.1. Selecting Frame Rate/ Resolution

Images can be recorded with the system from 2fps to 12,800fps using the full 1,024 x 1,024

pixels (1,048,576 pixels) resolution of the image sensor. For frame rates higher than 12,800
fps, the high-speed recordings are achieved by restricting the readout area of the image
sensor.

Restricting resolution enables higher speed recording. It also reduces data amount and then

it enables longer time shooting/recording.

•

For the detailed setting, refer to "3.1.5 Frame Rate and Resolution", page 37.

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2.2 Selecting Shutter Speed

2.2. Selecting Shutter Speed

The shutter speed (Exposure time) is independent of the frame rate, and it is possible to

control the exposure time in the frame using the electric shutter. By making an exposure that
is of a shorter period than the frame rate, high-speed objects can be shot without blur.

When the frame rate is lower than 1,000 fps, the shutter speed can be changed from

1/1,000 (1msec), and when the frame rate is 1,000 fps or higher, it can be changed from one
step shorter shutter speed than '1/frame' second to maximum 1/4,800,000 second (0.2usec)
(it depends on the setting).

•

For more information of Shutter Speed, refer to “3.1.6. Shutter Speed List”, page 43.

•

For low speed FPS operation at less than 1,000fps, we use a special high-speed sensor of
12,800fps at 1,024 x 1,024 resolution so you can't set shutter speed longer than 1/1,000
second. However, you can operate at 2fps to 1,000fps.

•

For example, when working under 500fps, the available shutter speed varies from 1/1,000
to 1/4,032,000 second. When working under 2,000fps, a shutter speed varying from one
faster step than 1/2,000 second, 1/2,020 second, to 1/4,800,000 second can be obtained.

•

By activating "Low Frame Rate Function" from PFV, it is possible to apply a shutter of less
than 1/1,000 seconds. However, with exposure shorter than 1/1,000 seconds, the image
quality will degrade significantly. For 2 to 30 fps, only 1/frame seconds can be set.

3

Capter 3 Product Specifications

This chapter explains the system’s

specifications.

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3.1 Specifications

3.1. Specifications

3.1.1. Product Specifications

Image Sensor

CMOS image sensor

Sensor Resolution

1,024

×

1,024 pixels

Pixel Size

20um square

Frame Rate

For full frame operation

S12 : 12,800fps
S9 : 9,000fps
S6 : 6,400fps

Accuracy of frame rate

50 ppm

Lens Mount

G type F mount, C mount, EF mount (optional)

Recording Color Depth
Monochrome

12bit / 8bit

Color

RGB, each 12bit / 8bit (Bayer color filter method)

Shutter Method

Electronic shutter (Global shutter)

Recording Method

IC memory

Recording Memory
Capacity

8GB、16GB、32GB

、

64GB

Trigger Method

START, CENTER, END, MANUAL, RANDOM,
RANDOM RESET, RANDOM MANUAL

Gain Control

Hardware LUT on camera
Controllable via software

Image Output
Customization

Customizable LUT, brightness is changeable

External Synchronization
Input Signal

+3.3 to +12Vp-p, negative polarity/positive polarity (switchable)

External Synchronization
Output Signal

5 Vp-p, negative polarity/positive polarity (switchable)

Trigger Input Signal

TTL (+3.3 to +12V), contact

Other Output Signals

Other timing signal outputs

External Control

Gigabit Ethernet IF(PC)

Video Output Signal

HD SDI (Compliant with SMPTE 292M)

1080p

・・・

30Hz, 25Hz

With digital zoom, scroll, fit functions

Digital Interface

Gigabit Ethernet(1000BASE-T)

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3.1.2. Random Reset Delay/ Dead Time

The random reset delay and dead time of this system change according to the specific fps
and resolution condition. Please refer to the following two tables.

Mode

Color

Condition

Random

Reset Delay

Dead Time

Nomal Mode

For the resolution in the table below, set fps

to the white cell value or less.

1.8 usec

2.0 usec

HS Mode1

For the resolution in the table below, set fps

above the white cell value, and set to
the blue cell value or less.

1.3 usec

1.5 usec

HS Mode2

For the resolution in the table below, set fps

above the blue cell value, and set to
the orange cell value or less.

0.9 usec

0.8 usec

V Res

H Res

128

112

96

80

64

48

32

16

1024

100,000

100,000

125,000

144,000

160,000

200,000

250,000

375,000

80,000

96,000

100,000

125,000

144,000

160,000

200,000

250,000

896

100,000

120,000

125,000

160,000

187,500

225,000

288,000

400,000

96,000

100,000

120,000

125,000

150,000

180,000

225,000

288,000

768

120,000

125,000

150,000

160,000

200,000

250,000

320,000

400,000

100,000

115,200

125,000

150,000

160,000

200,000

240,000

300,000

640

125,000

150,000

160,000

200,000

225,000

250,000

320,000

480,000

120,000

125,000

144,000

160,000

187,500

200,000

250,000

320,000

512

160,000

160,000

200,000

225,000

250,000

320,000

375,000

500,000

125,000

150,000

160,000

187,500

200,000

240,000

288,000

360,000

384

187,500

200,000

225,000

250,000

300,000

360,000

400,000

576,000

160,000

160,000

192,000

200,000

240,000

250,000

320,000

375,000

256

225,000

250,000

250,000

320,000

360,000

400,000

500,000

576,000

187,500

200,000

225,000

250,000

250,000

300,000

360,000

400,000

128

288,000

320,000

320,000

375,000

500,000

576,000

750,000

1,000,000

225,000

250,000

250,000

300,000

400,000

500,000

576,000

576,000

320,000

360,000

400,000

450,000

•

During random reset recording, please trigger from either PFV or external input. If trigger
is input from both, malfunction may occur.

•

The same condition applies to all models of S12, S9, S6.

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3.1.3. Other Supported Function

Supported Function

Variable Framerate / Resolution

Auto Exposure

Dual Slope Shutter

Resolution Lock

Fan Control

Lens Control (optional)

IRIG Input

IRIG Synchronization

Variable Synchronization

Signal Delay Setting

SYNC OUT Times *

Event Marker

Shutter lock

Mechanical Shutter

Record While Save

Exposure Display with Auto Exposure

IRIG Time Stamp's selection function at exposure start / end

*When using at the frame rate in the vicinity of the limit value when synchronizing the
external device, the SYNC OUT TIMES may be limited due to the error of the input frequency.

•

Refer to "Photron FASTCAM Viewer 4 User's Manual" for other functions.

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3.1.4. General Specifications

Environment Conditions

Storage Temperature

-20 -60degC (No Condensation)

-4 -140degF (No Condensation)

Storage Humidity

85% or less (No Condensation)

Operating Temperature

0 -45degC (No Condensation)
32 -113degF (No Condensation)

Operating Humidity

80% or less (No Condensation)

Pollution degree

Degree 2 according to IEC60664-1

Overvoltage category

Category II according to IEC60664-1

Maximum use altitude

2,000m or lower

External Dimensions

Camera Body

120.0 (H) x 120.0 (W) x 217.2 (D) mm

excluding protrusion

4.72" (H) x4.72" (W) x 8.55" (D)

AC Adapter

44.0 (H) x 85.0 (W) x 170.0 (D) mm

excluding protrusion

1.7” (H) x 3.3” (W) x 0.6

”

(D)

AC Power Supply

Supply Voltage

100V - 240V (type A cable: up to 125V)

Supply Frequency

50Hz - 60Hz

Power Consumption

138W

DC Power Supply

Power Voltage

22V - 32V

Power Consumption

120VA

Weight

Camera Body

3.3kg 7.2 lbs

AC Adapter

0.8kg 1.7 lbs

Photron has verified two types of AC cables, type A (standard for Japan, USA, Canada,
etc.) and type SE (standard for Germany, France, etc.). However, when those cables
cannot properly receive power when plugged in, use the proper AC cable for the
region's standards and verify that AC cable works properly.
For inquiries regarding the recommended AC cable for each region, contact that
region's Photron branch office or the distributor.

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3.1.5. Frame Rate and Resolution

type S12 (1,024 x 1,024 - 512 x 480）

mage

Size

Frame
rate（fps）

1,024

x

1,024

1,024

x

944

1,024

x

880

1,024

x

768

1,024

x

688

1,024

x

512

896

x

896

896

x

864

768

x

768

768

x

672

768

x

560

640

x

640

640

x

480

512

x

512

512

x

480

2 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

5 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

10 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

30 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

50 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

60 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

125 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

250 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

500 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

750 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

1,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

2,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

3,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

4,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

5,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

6,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

7,200 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

8,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

9,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

10,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

12,800 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

15,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

16,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

18,000

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

20,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

22,500

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

25,000

✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

30,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

38,400

✔ ✔ ✔

40,000

✔ ✔ ✔

45,000

✔

50,000

64,000

75,000

80,000

90,000

100,000

115,200

125,000

160,000

180,000

200,000

225,000

250,000

288,000

320,000

400,000

500,000

576,000

720,000

750,000

900,000

1,000,000

The ✔ mark indicates a possible setting. Light blue items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate.
This table shows default settings. Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting feature.

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type S12 (512 x 384 - 128 x 16）

mage

Size

Frame
rate（fps）

512

x

384

512

x

336

512

x

256

384

x

384

384

x

256

384

x

240

256

x

256

256

x

160

256

x

128

128

x

128

128

x

96

128

x

64

128

x

48

128

x

32

128

x

16

2 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

5 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

10 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

30 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

50 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

60 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

125 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

250 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

500 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

750 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

1,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

2,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

3,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

4,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

5,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

6,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

7,200 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

8,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

9,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

10,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

12,800 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

15,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

16,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

18,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

20,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

22,500 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

25,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

30,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

38,400 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

40,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

45,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

50,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

64,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

75,000

✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

80,000

✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

90,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

100,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

115,200

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

125,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

160,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

180,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

200,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

225,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

250,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

288,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

320,000

✔○ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

400,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

500,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

576,000

✔ ✔ ✔

720,000

✔ ✔

750,000

✔ ✔

900,000

✔

1,000,000

✔

The ✔ mark indicates a possible setting. Light blue items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate.
This table shows default settings. Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting feature.

39

FASTCAM Nova

3.1 Specifications

type S9 (1,024 x 1,024 - 512 x 480）

mage

Size

Frame
rate（fps）

1,024

×

1,024

1,024

×

992

1,024

×

896

1,024

×

768

1,024

×

640

1,024

×

576

1,024

×

512

896

×

896

896

×

512

768

×

768

768

×

512

640

×

640

640

×

480

512

×

512

512

×

480

2 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

5 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

10 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

30 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

50 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

60 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

125 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

250 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

500 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

750 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

1,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

2,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

3,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

4,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

5,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

6,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

7,200 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

8,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

9,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

9,600

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

10,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

12,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

14,400

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

15,000

✔ ✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

16,000

✔ ✔

✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

18,000

✔

✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

20,000

✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

22,500

✔

✔ ✔ ✔

25,000

✔ ✔ ✔

28,800

✔ ✔

30,000

✔ ✔

32,000

✔

38,400

40,000

45,000

50,000

64,000

75,000

80,000

90,000

100,000

120,000

160,000

180,000

200,000

250,000

320,000

400,000

480,000

576,000

750,000

900,000

The ✔ mark indicates a possible setting. Light blue items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate.
This table shows default settings. Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting feature.

40

FASTCAM Nova

3.1 Specifications

type S9 (512 x 384 - 128 x 16）

mage

Size

Frame
rate（fps）

512

x

384

512

x

336

384

x

384

384

x

336

384

x

256

256

x

256

256

x

160

256

x

128

128

x

128

128

x

96

128

x

64

128

x

48

128

x

32

128

x

16

2 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

5 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

10 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

30 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

50 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

60 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

125 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

250 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

500 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

750 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

1,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

2,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

3,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

4,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

5,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

6,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

7,200 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

8,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

9,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

9,600 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

10,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

12,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

14,400 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

15,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

16,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

18,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

20,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

22,500 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

25,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

28,800 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

30,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

32,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

38,400 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

40,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

45,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

50,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

64,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

75,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

80,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

90,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

100,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

120,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

160,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

180,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

200,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

250,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

320,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

400,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

480,000

✔ ✔ ✔

576,000

✔ ✔

750,000

✔

900,000

✔

The ✔ mark indicates a possible setting. Light blue items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate.
This table shows default settings. Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting feature.

41

FASTCAM Nova

3.1 Specifications

type S6 (1,024 x 1,024 - 512 x 480）

mage

Size

Frame
rate（fps）

1,024

x

1,024

1,024

x

992

1,024

x

896

1,024

x

768

1,024

x

672

1,024

x

576

1,024

x

512

896

x

896

896

x

512

768

x

768

768

x

512

640

x

640

640

x

480

512

x

512

512

x

480

2 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

5 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

10 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

30 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

50 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

60 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

125 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

250 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

500 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

750 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

1,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

2,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

3,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

4,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

5,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

6,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

6,400 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

7,200

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

8,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

9,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

10,000

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

12,000

✔ ✔

✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

12,800

✔

✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

15,000

✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

16,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

18,000

✔ ✔ ✔

20,000

✔ ✔ ✔

22,500

✔ ✔

24,000

✔

28,800

30,000

32,000

36,000

40,000

50,000

64,000

75,000

80,000

90,000

100,000

125,000

160,000

180,000

200,000

250,000

300,000

320,000

400,000

500,000

576,000

800,000

The ✔ mark indicates a possible setting. Light blue items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate.
This table shows default settings. Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting feature.

42

FASTCAM Nova

3.1 Specifications

type S6 (512 x 384 - 128 x 16）

mage

Size

Frame
rate（fps）

512

x

384

512

x

336

384

x

384

384

x

336

384

x

256

256

x

256

256

x

160

256

x

128

128

x

128

128

x

96

128

x

64

128

x

48

128

x

32

128

x

16

2 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

5 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

10 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

30 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

50 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

60 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

125 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

250 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

500 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

750 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

1,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

2,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

3,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

4,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

5,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

6,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

6,400 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

7,200 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

8,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

9,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

10,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

12,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

12,800 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

15,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

16,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

18,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

20,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

22,500 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

24,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

28,800 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

30,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

32,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

36,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

40,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

50,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

64,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

75,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

80,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

90,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

100,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

125,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

160,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

180,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

200,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

250,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

300,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

320,000

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

400,000

✔ ✔ ✔

500,000

✔ ✔

576,000

✔

800,000

✔

The ✔ mark indicates a possible setting. Light blue items are the maximum resolution setting at that frame rate.
This table shows default settings. Even finer settings are possible with the variable setting feature.

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3.1 Specifications

3.1.6. Shutter Speed List

1/frame

50

60

100

200

500

1,000

2,000

3,000

4,000

5,000

6,000

7,000

8,000

9,000

10,000

12,000

14,000

16,000

18,000

20,000

25,000

30,000

40,000

50,000

60,000

70,000

80,000

90,000

100,000

150,000

200,000

250,000

300,000

400,000

500,000

600,000

700,000

800,000

950,000

1,500,000

2,000,000

3,000,000

4,800,000

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3.1 Specifications

3.1.7. Recordable Image Count/ Resolution

Resolution

8G Model

Rec. Frames

16G Model

Rec. Frames

32G Model

Rec. Frames

64G Model

Rec. Frames

1024 x 1024

5,437

10,898

21,821

43,666

1024 x 944

5,898

11,822

23,670

47,367

1024 x 880

6,327

12,682

25,392

50,812

1024 x 768

7,249

14,531

29,095

58,222

1024 x 688

8,092

16,221

32,478

64,992

1024 x 512

10,874

21,797

43,642

87,333

768 x 560

13,256

26,571

53,202

106,463

640 x 480

18,559

37,200

74,483

149,048

512 x 512

21,749

43,594

87,285

174,666

512 x 480

23,199

46,500

93,104

186,311

512 x 384

28,999

58,126

116,380

232,888

512 x 336

33,141

66,429

133,006

266,158

512 x 256

43,498

87,189

174,570

349,333

384 x 256

57,998

116,252

232,760

465,777

384 x 240

61,864

124,002

248,278

496,829

256 x 256

86,997

174,378

349,141

698,666

* Recording Time = Rec. Frames x 1/frame rate (fps)

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3.1 Specifications

3.1.8. Recordable Image Count/Resolution

Resolution

Max

Framerate

8G Model

Rec. Frames

16G Model

Rec. Frames

32G Model

Rec. Frame

64G Model

Rec. Frame

1024 x 1024

12,800

0.425

0.851

1.705

3.411

1024 x 944

15,000

0.393

0.788

1.578

3.158

1024 x 880

16,000

0.395

0.793

1.587

3.176

1024 x 768

18,000

0.403

0.807

1.616

3.235

1024 x 688

20,000

0.405

0.811

1.624

3.250

1024 x 512

25,000

0.435

0.872

1.746

3.493

768 x 560

30,000

0.442

0.886

1.773

3.549

640 x 480

40,000

0.464

0.930

1.862

3.726

512 x 512

40,000

0.544

1.090

2.182

4.367

512 x 480

45,000

0.516

1.033

2.069

4.140

512 x 384

50,000

0.580

1.163

2.328

4.658

512 x 336

64,000

0.518

1.038

2.078

4.159

512 x 256

80,000

0.544

1.090

2.182

4.367

384 x 256

90,000

0.644

1.292

2.586

5.175

384 x 240

100,000

0.619

1.240

2.483

4.968

256 x 256

115,200

0.755

1.514

3.031

6.065

The unit in the chart is seconds.

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FASTCAM Nova

3.2 Dimensions

3.2. Dimensions

3.2.1. Camera Body

FASTCAM Nova (G type F mount, without FAST Drive holder)

(mm)

* Caution

If a screw that is longer than the specified

length is forced into the hole, the screw

hole and/or the camera may be

60

160

35

45

35.5

38.8 35.9

（Fro nt View ）

172.7

22.7

（Left Si de View ）

φ112

2-1/4 -20UNC DEP TH6

70

193.2

（Top Vie w）

29.2

193.2

70

（Bott om View ）

4-M6 DEP TH5

(240.9)40.5

11.3 217.2

120

120

φ4.7 DE PTH5.5

3/8-1 6UNC DE PTH6

1/4-2 0UNC DE PTH6

79.2

93.2

108.2

4-M6 DEP TH5.5

1/4-2 0UNC DE PTH6

φ4.7 DE PTH5.5

79.2

93.2

108.2

（Rig ht Side Vie w）

(70)

35

35

3/8-1 6UNC DE PTH6

（Rea r View）

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FASTCAM Nova

3.2 Dimensions

FASTCAM Nova (C mount, without FAST Drive holder)

(mm)

* Caution

If a screw that is longer than the specified

length is forced into the hole, the screw

hole and/or the camera may be

damaged.

60

160

35

（Front View）

172.7

22.7

（Left Side Vi ew）

2-1/4-20UNC DE PTH6

70

193.2

（Top V iew）

29.2

193.2

70

（Bot tom Vie w）

4-M6 DE PTH5

(240. 9)

217.2

120

120

φ4.7 DE PTH5.5

3/8-16UNC DEPTH6

1/4-2 0UNC DE PTH6

79.2

93.2

108.2

11

11.5

φ112

HD-SD I

TRIG SW IN

IRIG IN

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

OUTPU T 1

OUTPU T 2

DEF:SYNC IN

DEF:TRIG TT L IN

DEF:SYNC OU T

DEF:TRIG TT L OUT

4-M6 DE PTH5.5

1/4-20UNC DEPTH6

φ4.7 D EPTH5.5

79.2

93.2

108.2

（Right Side View）

3/8-1 6UNC DE PTH6

(70)

35

35

（Rear View）

48

FASTCAM Nova

3.2 Dimensions

FASTCAM Nova (EF mount, without FAST Drive holder)

(mm)

* Caution

If a screw that is longer than the specified

length is forced into the hole, the screw

hole and/or the camera may be

damaged.

60

160

35

（Front Vie w）

172.7

22.7

（Left Side View）

2-1/4-20UNC DEPTH6

70

193.2

（Top V iew）

29.2

193.2

70

（Bot tom Vie w）

4-M6 DEPTH5

(240. 9)

11.3 217.2

120

120

φ4.7 DEPTH5.5

3/8-16UNC DEPTH6

1/4-2 0UNC DE PTH6

79.2

93.2

108.2

39

38

φ112

φ69

(34.5)

4-M6 DEPTH5.5

1/4-20UNC D EPTH6

φ4.7 D EPTH5.5

79.2

93.2

108.2

（Rig ht Side V iew）

(70)

35

35

3/8-1 6UNC DE PTH6

HD-SD I

TRIG SW I N

IRIG IN

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

OUTPU T 1

OUTPU T 2

DEF:SYNC IN

DEF:TRIG TT L IN

DEF:SYNC OU T

DEF:TRIG TT L OUT

（Rea r View）

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FASTCAM Nova

3.2 Dimensions

FASTCAM Nova (G type F mount, with FAST Drive holder)

(mm)

* Caution

If a screw that is longer than the specified

length is forced into the hole, the screw

hole and/or the camera may be

2-1/4 -20UNC DEP TH6

70

193.2

（Top Vie w）

29.2

193.2

70

（Bot tom View ）

4-M6 DEP TH5

φ4.7 DEPTH5.5

3/8-1 6UNC DE PTH6

1/4-2 0UNC DE PTH6

79.2

93.2

108.2

35

45

35.5

38.8 3 5.9

172.7

22.7

（Lef t Side V iew）

φ112

(240. 9)40.5

11.3 217.2

160

120

60

120

（Rig ht Side Vie w）

(70)

35

35

2-M6 DEPT H5.5

POWER AC CESS

（Rea r View）

60 95.4

155.4

HD-SD I

TRIG SW IN

IRIG IN

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

OUTPU T 1

OUTPU T 2

DEF:SYNC IN

DEF:TRIG TT L IN

DEF:SYNC OU T

DEF:TRIG TT L OUT

（Fro nt View ）

50

FASTCAM Nova

3.2 Dimensions

FASTCAM Nova (C mount, with FAST Drive holder)

(mm)

* Caution

If a screw that is longer than the specified

length is forced into the hole, the screw

hole and/or the camera may be

damaged.

2-1/4 -20UNC DEP TH6

70

193.2

（Top Vie w）

70

（Bot tom View ）

4-M6 DEP TH5

φ4.7 DEPTH5.5

3/8-1 6UNC DE PTH6

1/4-2 0UNC DE PTH6

79.2

93.2

108.2

35

（Fro nt View ）

172.7

22.7

（Left Si de View ）

(240. 9)

217.2

160

120

60

120

11

11.5

φ112

（Rea r View）

60 95.4

155.4

HD-SD I

TRIG SW IN

IRIG IN

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

OUTPU T 1

OUTPU T 2

DEF:SYNC I N

DEF:TRIG T TL IN

DEF:SYNC O UT

DEF:TRIG T TL OUT

（Rig ht Side Vie w）

2-M6 DEPTH5.5

POWER ACC ESS

(70)

35

35

51

FASTCAM Nova

3.2 Dimensions

FASTCAM Nova (EF mount, with FAST Drive holder)

(mm)

* Caution

If a screw that is longer than the specified

length is forced into the hole, the screw

hole and/or the camera may be

damaged.

2-1/4-20UNC DE PTH6

70

193.2

（Top View）

29.2

193.2

70

（Bot tom Vie w）

4-M6 DE PTH5

φ4.7 D EPTH5.5

3/8-16UNC DEPTH6

1/4-20UNC DEPTH6

79.2

93.2

108.2

35

（Fro nt View ）

172.7

22.7

（Left S ide Vie w）

(240.9)

217.2

160

120

60

120

11.3
38

φ112

φ69

39(34.5 )

60 95.4

155.4

HD-SD I

TRIG SW IN

IRIG IN

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

OUTPU T 1

OUTPU T 2

DEF:SYNC I N

DEF:TRIG T TL IN

DEF:SYNC O UT

DEF:TRIG T TL OUT

（Rig ht Side View）

2-M6 DE PTH5.5

POWER AC CESS

(70)

35

35

（Rea r View）

52

FASTCAM Nova

3.2 Dimensions

Sensor position (GtypeF mount)

(mm)

Sensor position (C mount)

(mm)

1.1(Sensor Cover Glass)

46.8(Image Sensor Position)

1.1(Sensor Cover Glass)

17.86(Image Sensor Position)

53

FASTCAM Nova

3.2 Dimensions

Sencor position (EF mount)

(mm)

1.1(Sensor Cover Glass)

44.3(Image Sensor Position)

54

FASTCAM Nova

3.2 Dimensions

3.2.2. AC Power Supply Unit

(mm)

4

Capter 4 Warranty

This chapter explains about the
warranty.

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FASTCAM Nova

4.1 About the Warranty

4.1. About the Warranty

This system has been shipped having undergone rigorous testing. However, in the unlikely
event that it malfunctions due to a manufacturing defect, it will be repaired, at no charge,
within the warranty period.

Warranty Exceptions

The following exceptions will result in fee-based repair, even within the warranty period.

①

Damage or malfunction as a result of fire, earthquake, water damage, lightning, other

natural disasters, pollution, or the effects of abnormal voltage.

②

Damage or malfunction as a result of dropping or mishandling during shipment or when

moving after purchase or misuse.

③

Consumable goods (cables)

④

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.

For inquires related to malfunction, contact the dealer where the product was purchased, or
the nearest Photron office.

•

For inquires related to our product, refer to "5.1 Contact Information"58 page.

Reference

5

Capter 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.

58

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5.1. Contact Information

For inquiries related to FASTCAM Nova, 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

Required Information

Contact Information

Company, school or organization name,
customer contact name,
contact phone number,
contact e-mail address.

Product Name

FASTCAM Nova

Serial Number

Shown in the nameplate seal.

Condition of the system, nature of problem, etc.

Contact Information

In Americas and

Antipodes

PHOTRON USA, INC.

9520 Padgett Street, Suite 110, San Diego, CA 92126-4426, USA
Phone: [phone] or 858-684-3555
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail] / www.photron.com

In Europe, Africa

and India

PHOTRON EUROPE LIMITED

The Barn, Bottom Road, West Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
HP14 4BS, U.K.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail] / www.photron.com

In China

PHOTRON (SHANGHAI) LIMITED

Room 20C Zhao-Feng World Trade Building, No. 369 Jiangsu Road Chang
Ning District, Shanghai 200050, China
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail] / www.photron.cn.com

In other areas

PHOTRON LIMITED

21F, Jimbocho Mitsui Bldg.,
1-105 Kandajimbocho, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 101-0051, Japan
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail : [e-mail] / www.photron.co.jp

©2018.PH O T R ON L I MITED, Al l right s reser v ed. P r i n ted i n Japa n .

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FASTCAM Nova

Hardware Manual Revision 4.00E

Publication Date: November,2018
Publisher: PHOTRON LIMITED
21F, Jimbocho Mitsui Bldg.,
1-105 Kandajimbocho, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 101-0051