STC-400 & STC-400L Series
Operating Manual
Rev. 0.1 - Created July 15,2005
Precaution
•Handle the camera with care. Do not abuse the camera. Avoid striking or
shaking it. Improper handling or storage could damage the camera.
•Do not pull or damage camera cable.
•During camera use, do not wrap the camera unit in any material. This will
cause the internal temperature of the unit to increase.
•Do not operate camera in wet areas and do not expose camera to
moisture.
•Do not operate camera beyond its maximum operating temperature,
humidity and power source ratings.
•To prevent dust or contamination from entering the CCD or filter area,
which could scratch or damage this area, keep lens or lens cap on camera
when camera is not in use.
•Do not expose the camera to the following conditions:
- Wet, moist and/or high humidity areas
- Hot direct sunlight
- High temperature areas
- Near objects that release strong magnetic or electric fields
- Strong vibration
•When cleaning the camera, use a soft cloth to clean the external areas of
the camera. Use a pressured air spray to clean the surface of the glass.
Do not scratch the surface of the glass.
•Use only a REGULATED POWER SUPPLY and supply the power with the
specified voltage.
1. Preface
This camera is designed for visual measurement and microscopic applications. Its very
small package design allows it to be installed in very limited spaces. The video output
signal is obtained simply by applying 12Vdc power supply. Various combinations of
performance parameters can be obtained by setting the internal switches. These settings
will enable the camera to be suitable for many different applications.
Power connector (HR-10A-10P-12S)
Power connector and cables assembly
(2m:10W-02, 3m:10W-03, 5m:10W-05, 10m:10W-10)
Tripod adapter with 1/4" 20 UNC screw thread hole (TP-300)
3. Features
The STC-400 Series is a collection of products to fit a wide variety of
applications. The STC-400 Series comes in 1/3” and 1/2” CCD formats and in
compact, remote head, and “L” shaped camera housings. WIth selectable shutter
speeds from 1/60th to 1/10,000th of a second, the STC-400 can capture scenes
and virtually and speed crisply and clearly.
STC-400 & STC-400L Series
Operating Manual
Rev. 0.1 - Created July 15,2005
•High picture quality
1/2” 380,000 pixel CCD (EIA) or 440,000 pixel CCD (CCIR). High resolution
picture of 570H x 485V TV line (EIA) or 560H x 575V TV line (CCIR) at frame
accumulation mode.
•Extremely small size
31(W) x 29(H) x 73(D) mm, Weight 85g (STC-400/405)
(1.22”(W) x 1.14”(H) x 2.87”(D)), Weight 3.0 oz (STC-400/405)
31(W) x 45(H) x 87(D) mm, Weight 100g (STC-400L/405L)
(1.22”(W) x 1.77”(H) x 3.43”(D)), Weight 3.5 oz (STC-400L/405L)
STC-400 & STC-400L Series
Operating Manual
Rev. 0.1 - Created July 15,2005
EIA: 14.31818MHz
CCIR: 14.1875MHz
(1.24” x 1.16” x 2.92”)
(1.24” x 1.8” x 3.48”)
5. Major Operating Controls and Functions
Important Note: There must be NO POWER to the camera when removing the cover.
Please remove the cover. The following diagram shows the internal structure of the
camera. Disconnect power before opening the camera or removing the cover.
STC-400 & STC-400L Series
Operating Manual
Rev. 0.1 - Created July 15,2005
-12-Pin Connector for Power and Control Signals
Connector for power, external sync signals, and video output. This
connector is usually connected to the power supply, sync signal generator
(or sync source), and video monitor. Please see following page for the 12Pin connector’s pin assignments.
-Manual Gain Control Adjustment
When the Gain Select Switch is in the “Manual” mode, this gain of the
video amplifier is adjusted by turning this adjustment. The user can adjust
the gain of the camera from 0 to 25 dB as desired.
-Gain Select Switch (Manual or Fixed)
Manual gain mode is selected by setting this switch to the left. Fixed gain
is selected by setting this switch to the right (factory setting default).
Manual gain value is set by the (B) “Manual Gain Control Adjustment”
(See Above).
-Video Output Connector (BNC)
Video signal output connector for the camera’s composite monochrome signal.
Note: The mating connector is the
Hirose HR10A-10P-12S
STC-400 & STC-400L Series
Operating Manual
Rev. 0.1 - Created July 15,2005
Pin No.Internal SyncExternal Sync
1GNDGND
2+12Vdc+12Vdc
3Video GNDVideo GND
4Video OutVideo Out
5HD GNDHD GND
6HD OutHD In
7VD OutVD In
8Clock GNDClock GND
9Clock OutClock Out
10GNDGND
11+12Vdc+12Vdc
12VD GNDVD GND
5.4) Internal Switches
A) Impedence Switch of HD/VD Signals
Up:75Ω
Down: High Impedance
Impedence Switch of HD/VD Signals
B) Synchronization Selection (Internal/External) Switch
Left Position
(Towards the Front of Camera):
Internal Sync. Mode
Right Position
(Towards the Rear ofCamera):
External Sync. Mode
Note: When this switch is set at the external mode position, camera detects existence
of external sync. input signal. If there is no external sync. input signal, the camera
switches to internal sync. mode automatically.
STC-400 & STC-400L Series
Operating Manual
Rev. 0.1 - Created July 15,2005
IR Cut Filter
When the camera is aimed toward a strong light source such as sun or
fluorescent light, usually vertical smear appears in the screen. This is a
typical phenomenon of interline transfer type CCD. IR cut filter is an
effective device to reduce this smear. IR cut filter built-in models are
also available.
Power Connector
The mating connector for “12-Pin Connector for power and control signal”
(Hirose: HR10A-10P-12S) is available as an optional part. Please wire all
necessary connections according to 6-2.
Pre-Wired Power Connector
The above mating connector with pre-wired cables is also available as an
optional part.This makes connection works to external devices easier.
Tripod Adapter
For easy camera installation, an optional adapter with 14” 20 UNC screw thread
hole is available. With this adapter, the camera can be installed to standard
tripod or other standard camera mounts.
Note:
1. Requires four (4) each M2 screws to mount the TP-300 to the bottom of the
camera. (comes with TP-300 when purchased through SenTech)