Variable Frame Rate Camera
VFC-1000
Full frame: 250 frames/second. Split frame: Maximum 8,000 frames/second. High-speed camera enabling high-speed imaging with high image quality at a low cost.
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Two types: B&W and color models available. |
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Maximum image quality of 512 x 472 pixels at 250 fps. An optional 128 x 34 pixels at maximum shooting speed of 8000 fps is available. |
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Electronic shutter function enables speeds of up to 1/100,000 second for capturing, high-speed image situations. |
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Standard recording time of 4 seconds, expandable to 16 seconds (option). |
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Composite and Y/C output capability allows instantaneous shot setting adjustments and video playback and analysis, with problem identification/resolution. |
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Ethernet interface enables PC camera settings and exporting video footage, without any special interface board requirements. |
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Supports synchronized multi-camera operation with two cameras, utilizing a master-slave system. With three or more cameras, an optional synchronizing signal splitter is required. |
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Manufacturing/Production Line Quality Assurance |
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Research and Development |
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Mechanical Fault Analysis |
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Medical, Sports, and Biomechanical Motion Analysis |
| Specifications | |
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| VFC-1000SB | 1/3-inch CCD, B&W |
| VFC-1000SC | 1/3-inch CCD, color |
| Pixel Area | 512 x 472 pixels (max.) |
| Scan Format | Progressive |
| Image Size | (Refer to table on the next page) |
| Lens Mount | C mount |
| Shutter Speed | 1/250 sec. to 1/100,000 sec. (selectable) |
| Max. Recording Time | (Refer to table on the next page) |
| Recording Modes | Endless (loop record) |
| Trigger (Selectable: start, center, end) - Internal trigger input from PC control software - External trigger via AUX jack |
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| Video Outputs | NTSC |
| Composite: 1ea., RCA-pin connector | |
| Y/C: 1ea, 4-pin S-connector | |
| Interfaces | Ethernet: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, 1ea., RJ-45 |
| AUX: 1 ea., 9-pin D-sub (female) (for external trigger and synchronized record) External trigger: TTL level or Make contact |
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| RS-232C: 1 ea., RJ-11 (for remote control unit) | |
| Synchronized Record | 2 units connected: Master/Slave configuration |
| 3 or more units connected: Star configuration using synchronous signal splitter (optional) | |
| Control Software | Utilizing the web browser |
| Temperature / Humidity | 5ºC to 40ºC / 10% to 95% (no condensation) |
| Power / Consumption | +16 V DC Supply from AC/DC adopter / 9.6 W |
| Dimensions / Weight | 75 (W) x 75 (H) x 176 (D) mm / 1.0 kg |
| Accessories | Operation manual, AC adopter |
| Options | 1000-8SEC: record time extension (expands to 8 sec) |
| 1000-16SEC: record time extension (expands to 16 sec) | |
| 1000SB-8KF: 8000 fps correspondence option for VFC-1000SB | |
| 1000SC-8KF: 8000 fps correspondence option for VFC-1000SC | |
| CB-1000: Remote control unit | |
| Synchronizing signal splitter | |
| Lens/Tripods/Lights: various selections available |
* Max. Recording time
| Image Size | Frame rates | Recording Time |
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| Standard | 1000-8SEC | 1000-16SEC | ||
| 512 x 472 pixel | 50 fps | 20 sec. | 40 sec. | 80 sec. |
| 125 fps | 8 sec. | 16 sec. | 32 sec. | |
| 250 fps | 4 sec. | 8 sec. | 16 sec. | |
| 512 x 232 pixel | 500 fps | 4 sec. | 8 sec. | 16 sec. |
| 256 x 212 pixel | 1,000 fps | 4 sec. | 8 sec. | 16 sec. |
| 256 x 98 pixel* | 2,000 fps* | 4 sec. | 8 sec. | 16 sec. |
| 128 x 98 pixel* | 4,000 fps* | 4 sec. | 8 sec. | 16 sec. |
| 128 x 34 pixel* | 8,000 fps* | 4 sec. | 8 sec. | 16 sec. |
PC requirements for control
| CPU | Intel Pentium III 700 MHz or better |
| Memory | 128MB or better |
| Hard Disk | 20GB or better |
| OS | Windows 2000 Professional SP2 or higher, Windows XP Home Edition/ Professional SP1 or higher |
| Interfaces | Ethernet: 100BASE-TX |
| Graphics Size | 800 x 600 pixels or higher |
| Software | Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, 6.0 |
Supports a wide range of applications, from high-speed shooting at 300 fps, to time-lapse shooting at 60 seconds/frame. High-speed camera with full-featured software programs supports varied applications.
Full frame: 2,000 frames/second. Split frame: Maximum 32,000 frames/second. VFC Series high-end model enabling super-high-speed recording.
Compact, lightweight and configured as an all-in-one self-contained unit, the VFC-7000 is an easy to operate variable frame rate camera that is capable of high-speed HD recordings.
