P+S Technik Weisscam HS-1 Manual
OPERATOR`S GUIDEBOOK
Version November 2006 - ArtNo. # 22135
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©2006
Stefan Weiss
Director of Photography
and developper of Weisscam
Version: November 2006
Article Number: # 22135
Printed at P+S Technik GmbH
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CONTENT 2 EMERGENCY ADDRESSES
3CONTENT
A|1 INTRODUCTION
A|2 Delivery Content
A|3 Precautions
B|1 CONTROLS, DISPLAYS and CONNECTORS
B|1 Camera Unit
B|3 Hand Unit
B|4 Control Unit
C|1 BEFORE SHOOTING
C|1 Light
C|1 Frame rate
C|1 Download
C|2 Focus
D|1 PREPARATION
D|1 Connection Chart
D|2 Control Unit
D|3 Camera
D|3 Hand Unit
E|1 SOFTWARE
E|1 Installation
E|3 Start Software
E|3 Window : View Color
E|4 Window : Camera Control
E|8 Window : Options
E|13 Window : Live Preview
E|14 Window : Camera Convert Control
F|1 RECORDING
F|1 Software Triggering
F|1 Hand Unit Triggering
G|1 PREVIEW AND SAVING
G|1 Preview
G|2 Saving
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G|4 Playback of Saved Files
G|4 Safety Copy / Data Transfer
H|1 EXPOSURE TIME TABLES
I|1 TROUBLE SHOOTING
J|1 DOP STUFF
J|1 Light
J|1 Flicker free
J|1 HMI or Tungsten
J|2 Outdoor Shooting
J|2 Lenses
J|2 ASA
J|2 Depth of Field
J|3 Crop Factor
J|3 Lightweight Support
J|3 Bridge Plate
K|1 FAQ
L|1 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
L|1 FRAMECYCLER Hot Key Overview
M|1 TECHNICAL INFORMATION
M|1 Camera
M|1 Control Unit
M|1 Software
INTRODUCTION >> A|1
OPERATOR‘S GUIDE BOOK
INTRODUCTION
I would like to thank you for deciding to work with the new digital
highspeed system WEISSCAM HS-1. This camera system gives you
various tools to make incredible highspeed shots. You can make things
visible which your eyes never could see. With WEISSCAM HS-1 you
are using state-of-the-art technology with the massive advantage of
digital recording.
As a certified WEISSCAM operator you are specialized in highspeed
shooting. Your role is not only being an operator but also an advisor for
the DoP and the Director. In particular with the new digital technology
your expert knowledge is needed !
This OPERATOR’S GUIDE is your source of knowledge. Please read
it carefully and do not hesitate to ask further questions or to add your
own ideas.
My mission is to share my know-how and experience with you, allow-
ing us to gather information and sharing experiences to help each
other prepare for the new generation of the WEISSCAM.
Thank you for deciding to join me,
Stefan Weiss
DoP and Developer of WEISSCAM
A|2
Delivery Content
1 x Weisscam HS-1 Camera
Integrated Adapters for QuickLock Plate
Accessory Shoe for ARRI Lightweight Support (LWS)
Tape Hook
12V AntonBauer Battery Mount
(optional with IDX or V-Mount adapter)
12V DC In 4 pol XLR Plug
12V DC Out 4 pol Hirose
Standard Viewfinder Holder
1 x Video Viewfinder
2 x Interchangeable Lens Mounts:
1 x PL Mount Adapter
1 x Nikon Mount Adapter
(additional lens mounts, ie. Panavision, BNC-R, Canon EF)
1 x Adapter Plate for S35 Bridge Plate
1 x External Power Supply with XLR Cable
1 x Hand Unit
with Ramping Wheel
2 x Connecting Cables to Camera
(1 x 3m cable and 1 x 0.4m spiral cable )
1 x Mounting Bracket for Hand Unit
1 x Aluminum Camera Storage Case
1 x Control Unit
Pre-installed Operating System, WEISSCAMware, etc.
1 x Power Cable for Control Unit
2 x External USB 2.0 100GB Hard Drives
2 x USB Connection Cables (for connection to PC)
1 x Fibre Channel Converter Box
1 x 10m Fibre Channel Cable
1 x 20m Fibre Channel Cable
2 x 4,5m Firewire Cables 6 pin / 6 pin
1 x 1,5m S-VHS Cable
1 x Aluminum Control Unit Storage Case
1 x Weisscam User Guide Book (Art.No. # 22135)
1 x WeisscamWare Software CD (Art.No. # 22136)
2 x Weisscam Connection Charts (Art.No. # 27363)
INTRODUCTION >> A|3
OPERATOR‘S GUIDE BOOK
Precautions
Please read carefully.
MAX. 60° C - Do not expose the camera or Con-
trol Unit to high temperatures.
In very hot setups, pre-
vent overheating of the camera by using styro and / or a fan
to get cool air close to the camera. The ventilation slot at the
righthand side of the camera is the „AIR IN“ slot! The actual
system temperature is shown in the status line in the „Camera
Control“ window. More than 60°C for El. Temp. or more than
65°C for Power Temp. endanger your equipment. This is es-
pecially very important when shooting top shots.
Avoid direct sun light.
Save Camera and Control Unit
from direct sun light, Tungsten or HMI light.
Avoid dust inside the Control Unit or Camera.
Prevent dust from coming inside through the fans.
Do not install additional software on the Control Unit.
If doing so, product guarantee will become void.
Do not connect the Control Unit to the internet.
If doing so, product guarantee will become void.
Be careful not to scratch the security glass in front of the
CMOS sensor
of the camera when you exchange the camera
mounts. Always cover the CMOS sensor with a cap, when no
lens is attached to the Camera.
Do not unplug any cable while Camera or Control Unit
are running!
Always turn off the camera before disconnec-
ting cables. If not this may cause break down your Windows
operating system.
When using Fiber Optic Cable
: Never bend, fold or crack
them nor step on them. Clean them regularly and treat the
connectors with care. Always use the connector caps when
not using the cables. Remember the inner core of this cable is
glass and very sensitive!
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A|4
Never completely discharge the battery pack attached
to the camera.
This might cause damage to the mains adap-
ter inside the camera!
Do not connect accessories to the DC 12V OUT con-
nector that pull more than 3A.
The Weisscam HS-1 Camera is fuse protected with a
6.3V/T fuse.
In case the fuse disconnects the power supply
for protection reasons, disconect the camera from the power
supply. After a view minutes the connection is released and the
camera can be run again. Check the power supply and con-
nected accessories for damages and malfunctions.
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CONTROLS, DISPLAYS and CONNECTORS >> B|1
OPERATOR‘S GUIDE BOOK
CONTROLS, DISPLAYS and CONNECTORS
Camera Unit
A
C
H
F
B
I
D
E
G
A – P+S Technik Interchangeable Mount
B – Camera Mount (e.g. PL Mount)
C – Viewfinder Holder
D – Hand Grip
E – Ventilation Slots
F – Battery Plate Anton Bauer Gold Mount
G – Integrated Adapters for Sony QuickLock Plate
H – Accessory Mounting Plate (Rosette) for Hand Unit
I – Image Plane / Measuring Tape Hook
B|2
D
C
J
A
I
L
F
W V U T
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
K
J – Viewfinder Connector (Hirose 20 pin)
K – Security glass in front of CMOS sensor
L – Accessory Shoe for ARRI 15mm Lightweight Support (LWS)
M – Video In (BNC)
N – Video Out (BNC)
O – Hand Unit (Fischer 6 pin)
P – 12V Power Outlet for Accessories (Hirose 4 pin)
Q – BNC Sync (for future applications)
R – Firewire Connector
S – Fiber Optical Line (FOL) Connector OPTICAL ( Duplex-SC )
T – Control LEDs (Camera connected; Power supply)
U – Fuse 6.3A/T exchangeable
V – Power ON / OFF Switch
W – 12V XLR Power Supply Plug
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