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Ultima 512

Ultima 512

Ultima 512

Product catalog summary
Overview
The Ultima 512 is a high-speed camera system utilizing a sensitive CMOS sensor, designed as an alternative to 16mm high-speed film recording. It offers a resolution of 512 x 512 pixels at up to 2,000 frames per second (fps) and can operate at reduced resolutions up to 32,000 fps. The system is composed of a lightweight camera head and a compact processor unit, connected by a flexible cable, suitable for use in challenging environments.

Key Features
  • Dual Speed Recording™: Allows different frame rates within a single recording session.
  • Remote Operation: Can be controlled via Ethernet, IEEE1394 (FireWire), or Photron Gigabit Optical Network for long-distance operation.
  • High-G Qualification: Both camera and processor are qualified for high-G operations.
  • Portability: Operates on a 12V DC power supply, allowing battery use for enhanced mobility.
  • Image Clarity: Capable of capturing sharp images even in low lighting conditions.

Specifications
  • Sensor: 512 x 512-pixel ultra-high sensitivity/speed CMOS, available in 10-bit monochrome and 30-bit color.
  • Shutter: Global electronic shutter ranging from 16.7ms to 3.7µs.
  • Image Formats: Supports JPEG, AVI, TIFF, BMP, RAW, and RS170 video output.
  • Synchronization: Phase lock feature for precise synchronization with a master camera or external source.
  • Triggering: Selectable positive or negative TTL 5Vp-p, switch closure.
  • Lens Mount: Standard C-mount with optional High-G block mount.
  • Video Output: NTSC or PAL with live video during recording.
  • Recording Modes: Includes Start, End, Center, Manual, Random, and Dual Speed Recording™.
  • Shock Resistance: 100G @ 10ms in any axis.

Performance
The camera offers various frame rates and resolutions, with record times varying based on memory capacity (670MB or 2.0GB). For example, at 512 x 512 resolution, it records up to 2,048 frames at 60 fps and up to 6,144 frames at 1,000 fps.

Contact Information
Photron USA, Inc., Photron (Europe) Limited, and Photron Limited in Japan provide contact details for further inquiries.
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Catalog excerpts

Ultima 512-1

These images are taken from a high-speed video sequenceoriginally recorded with the ultima 512 at 4,000 frames persecond and with a 10 microsecondshutter to ensure theimages are sharp and blur free. These images also show the clarity that latest generation CMOS cameras like the ultima 512 can achieve in low lighting conditions. BENEFITS Utilizing a highly sensitive CMOS sensor, the ultima 512 > Proven alternative to 16mm high-speed film recording,qualified for High-G operationLightweight tethered camera head for easy access to hard-to-reach locationsFull 512 x 512-pixels resolution up to 2,000 fpsUp to 32,000 fps at reduced resolution Dual Speed Recording offers a realistic alternative to 16mm high-speed film recording where mega pixel resolution is not essential. Providing 512 x 512-pixels operation to 2,000 framesper second (fps) and reduced resolution operation all the way to 32,000 fps, the ultima 512 system incorporates Photrons latestunique operation feature, Dual Speed Recordingҙ withinitial stages of an event recorded at one frame rate, and subsequent frames at a different rate. The ultima 512 offers a lightweightcamera head connected to a rugged and compact processor unit via a 16-foot (5m) single flexible cable allowing operation in hostile, inaccessible and space-confined locations. Both the camera head and processor have been fully qualified for High-G operation.The ultima 512 can be operated remotely under differentprotocols: either by Ethernet, IEEE1394 (FireWire), or for long-distance operation via the Photron Gigabit Optical Network. > TM allows different recording rateswithin scenesIRIG or GPS timing recorded in real time on every frame not appended laterCan be used independently of a PC through the handheldkeypad and optional LCD viewfinder or video monitor12V DC requirement means the 512 can be powered by a12V battery for greater portability

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