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QCR-Z

Operator's Guide

Document Number: 20-21-2001

AGFA Agfa Matrix Division One Ramland Road, Orangeburg NY, USA 10962

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Page 1: ...QCR Z Operator s Guide Document Number 20 21 2001 AGFA Agfa Matrix Division One Ramland Road Orangeburg NY USA 10962 ...

Page 2: ...AGFA AGFA MATRIX DIVISION QCR Z Operator s Guide UNIT SERIAL NUMBER CHAPTER INDEX 1 PRE INSTALLATION 2 CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS 3 INSTALLATION 4 OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS 5 ADDENDUM ...

Page 3: ...tes 1 800 456 2600 For service contracts upgrades or training call toll free in the United States 1 800 365 0191 Statement of Manufacturer s Responsibility The manufacturer installer or importer will be responsible for safety reliability and performance of the film recorder only if Installation modifications adjustments changes or repairs are performed by certified service personnel The electrical...

Page 4: ...16 1990 January 2 1991 Description Initial release for printing Revised specifications listed in Section 1 Revised installation section to include description of buffered and unbuffered mode use Added operator instructions for Chinon 35mm camera module and deleted instructions for Pentax 35mm camera Complete document update and re format ...

Page 5: ...dule Specifications 4x5 Camera M240 Module Specifications 8x10 Camera CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS User Controls and Display Status and Error Indicators Power and Signal Connector Panel INSTALLATION Making the Connections Power Line Checking the Line Voltage 120 220VAC Connecting the Interface Cable Programming the GPIB Device Address Setting the GPIB DIP Switches Computer Interface 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6...

Page 6: ...he M240 Module Inserting the M120 Module Loading Film Into the M240 Module Recording Internal Test Patterns Test Pattern Descriptions Imaging Test Pattern 0 Imaging Test Pattern 1 Error and Fault Codes CHAPTER 5 ADDENDUM System Overview Data Structures Pixel Mode Data Run Length Encoded Data Black Jumping Color Film Compensation Brightness Levels Lookup Tables Custom Brightness Levels and Lookup T...

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Page 8: ...ction carefully and determine whether your site meets all of these requirements before you attempt to install the film recorder Chapter 1 gives additional instructions on Inspecting the packaging for shipping damage Unpacking your new Agfa Matrix film recorder Checking that the accessory kit is complete 1 1 QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 ...

Page 9: ...nown subject to inspection If damage is evident contact your Purchasing Department for action have the carrier s driver indicate the damage on the freight bill and sign all copies of the bill During formal inspection you should Open all packages within 15 days of receipt for a complete inspec tion of the consignment Report concealed damage to the carrier within 15 days of receipt or the carrier ma...

Page 10: ...ys across the entire machine This exposes the unit and its accessory kit which is packaged separately Take out the accessory kit and set it in a safe place Carefully lift the video imager from the carton and place it on a flat secure surface The unit is heavy so have another person assist you Save all shipping materials in case the unit requires additional transportation REMOVE ALL PACKING STAPLES...

Page 11: ...ing on specific order requests or customer requirements The packing list attached to the shipping carton lists the exact contents of your accessory kit Figure 1 3 will help you identify each component Item A B C Quantity 1 1 1 Description Power cord Operator s Guide Factory test films this manual Figure 1 3 Accessory Kit Components QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 1 4 ...

Page 12: ...re lnstallation PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS The unit weighs approximately 84 pounds 38kg Note These dimensions do not include the camera module Figure 1 4 Cabinet Dimensions 1 5 QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 ...

Page 13: ... on its base remove the top cover and access the interior of the system from all four sides You must keep clear an area of at least 36 inches 915mm at the front side of the unit to access the user controls and use the camera modules You should also allow an additional six inches of free space at the back of the unit for the GPIB and power cables Refer to Figure 1 5 below for the recommended user a...

Page 14: ...ements are stated on the serial number identifying label located on its rear panel Ideally the film recorder should have its own 20 amp individual circuit with a common system safety ground Power Input 3 wire safety ground single phase Voltages 100 120 220 or 240 Volts AC Frequency 47 Hz to 63 Hz Voltage Variations 10 of rated voltage Fusings 100 120 VAC 1 5 AMP Slo Blo 220 240 VAC 1 0 AMP Slo Blo...

Page 15: ...dium C Sensitivity D Color Balance E Image Dimension Horiz F Image Dimension Vertical G Tolerance H Scaling Factor Horiz Vert 4x5 sheet film Polaroid 559 100 ASA 21 DIN Daylight 120mm 90mm 5 17 pixels mm in 2K mode 34 pixels mm in 4K mode M240 Module Specifications 8 x 1 0 Camera A Format B Recommended Medium C Sensitivity D Color Balance E Image Dimension Horiz F Image Dimension Vertical G Tolera...

Page 16: ...r panel electrical connectors Here you will find a description of each switch and connector and its related function to the QCR Z film recorder Use this chapter as a reference section to Chapter 3 Installation and Chapter 4 Operator s Instructions 2 1 QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 ...

Page 17: ... turns on the film recorder and illuminates the lamp inside the power switch Pressing in the bottom half of the switch turns the unit off RESET SWITCH READY INDICATOR Press RESET down to reset the QCR Z or to choose an operating mode when the diagnostics mode is selected TEST SWITCH REMOTE INDICATOR This switch selects the type of test pattern that the QCR Z images in its test diagnostics mode QCR...

Page 18: ...ndicator illuminates while the QCR Z is recording blue image data onto the film MODULE INDICATOR This indicator illuminates if there is a fault with the camera module that you are using on the QCR Z FILM INDICATOR This indicator illuminates when the 35mm module reaches the end of film and the last frame is exposed FAULT INDICATOR This indicator illuminates if there is a hardware problem with the Q...

Page 19: ...OR This indicator is lit while the QCR Z is powered on READY INDICATOR This indicator illuminates when the QCR Z is ready to record an image REMOTE INDICATOR This indicator illuminates while the QCR Z is receiving image data from the host computer QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 2 4 ...

Page 20: ...CE CONNECTOR This is the IEEE 488 1978 standard interface connector for the host computer Image data and commands travel between the host computer and the QCR Z through the GPIB cable 2 POWER INPUT RECEPTACLE This is the connector for the AC line power You connect the receptacle end of the molded power cord to the power input receptacle 3 FUSE HOLDER This is the AC power fuse housing which contain...

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Page 22: ...l and connector described in Chapter 2 Chapter 3 gives instructions on Making the connections to hook up the power cord selecting the proper line voltage and connecting the GPIB cable Programming the GPIB device address If you encounter a problem during the installation of this equipment contact the nearest Agfa Matrix service location immediately Use the toll free telephone hotline if you are in ...

Page 23: ...erial number tag and make sure the line voltage requirements are met Connect the molded end of the power cord included in the accessory kit to the a c receptacle on the QCR Z s rear panel Connect the three prong end to a power line outlet sharing a common ground with the unit or a wall outlet having a common ground WARNING If you are uncertain whether you have the correct power for the unit contac...

Page 24: ...ng for the new line voltage The fuse values are provided in Chapter 1 of this manual Ensure that the POWER switch is in the OFF position and that the power cord is removed from the receptacle on the back of the QCR Z Slide the clear plastic safety cover to the left exposing the voltage selector board The selected voltage is written on the card and should be clearly visible to you To change the vol...

Page 25: ...n the back of the QCR Z Secure the connector in pace by tightening the screws on either side of the connector It is possible that you may have to modify or configure the GPIB board inside the host computer in order to ensure that it can communicate with the QCR Z Consult your Agfa Matrix dealer if you need assistance with setting up the host s GPIB board Figure 3 2 Interface Cable Connection QCR Z...

Page 26: ...ned a GPIB address as part of its communication protocol with the host The address is set during manufacturing to 02 using a DIP switch located on the inside of the display panel You may set the address to one of thirty possible choices To change the QCR Z s GPIB address perform the following steps 1 Turn off the QCR Z 2 Remove the top cover by unscrewing the eight mounting screws 3 Locate the eig...

Page 27: ...Installation Figure 3 3 Setting The GPIB Device Address QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 3 6 ...

Page 28: ...ng procedures including Powering the film recorder on and observing its warm up and self test routines Loading and unloading the camera modules Interpreting status and error messages and taking corrective action if you have a problem 4 1 OCR 7 Operator s Guide Version 4 ...

Page 29: ... indicators will begin flashing after you turn the unit on The QCR Z will perform internal intensity calibrations for red green and blue according to the type film module you are using Once the system has calibrated properly the LED indicators will blank and the READY LED will illuminate Figure 4 1 Warm Up Sequence QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 4 2 ...

Page 30: ... and open the smoked plastic door of the module Reach inside the module and rotate the module latches to the open position the handles will point toward each other Pull the ejector tab at the top and center of the module s front opening to dislodge the module Slide the module out of the enclosure while ensuring that the ejector tab does not jam against the QCR Z Close the smoked plastic door once ...

Page 31: ... module latches to the open position the handles will point toward each other Slide the module into the enclosure while ensuring that the ejector tab does not jam against the QCR Z Also check that the two guiding pins are engaged Reach inside the module and rotate the module latches to the locked position Close the module s smoked plastic door Figure 4 3 Inserting the 35mm Module QCR Z Operator s ...

Page 32: ...g the release button in then sliding the lever downward Insert the film cartridge into the chamber and pull the film leader out until it aligns with the yellow leader mark inside the camera Lay the leading edge of the film flat along the back of the camera so that the holes in the film fit over the sprocket teeth Check that the film is properly placed and lays flat between the two guide rails Clos...

Page 33: ...CR Z for imaging The load film command will Advance the film Reset the Frame counter to 1 Clear the end of film condition You can use the QCR Z s front panel controls to initiate a load film sequence To do this push the TEST button up on the front panel until the unit beeps three times QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 4 6 ...

Page 34: ...er it is fully rewound and the motor stops Slide protective cover in direction of arrow then press Film Rewind Button Locate the back cover release on the left side of the camera Open the back cover by pressing the release button in then sliding the lever downward Remove the film from the chamber Push button in Slide lever downward Figure 4 5 Unloading Film from the Chinon Camera Send the unload f...

Page 35: ...will also accommodate 4x5 sheet film using Lisco cassettes LATCH FILM HOLDER CLASP FILM HOLDER CLASP LATCH Figure 4 6 Major Components of the M120 Module Removing the M120 Module To remove the M120 module from the QCR Z perform the following steps Power off the QCR Z Rotate the module latches to the open position Slide the module out of the QCR Z QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 4 8 ...

Page 36: ...e Inserting the M120 Module To insert the M120 module in the QCR Z perform the following steps Rotate the module latches to the open position Slide the module into the QCR Z and set the latches to the locked position Power on the QCR Z 4 9 QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 ...

Page 37: ...Operator Instructions Loading Film Into The M120 Module QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 4 10 ...

Page 38: ... using Lisco cassettes The QCR Z automatically defaults to the 4K mode when you install the M240 module Figure 4 9 Major Components of the M240 Module Removing the M240 Module To remove the M240 module from the QCR Z perform the following steps Power off the QCR Z Rotate the module latches to the open position Slide the module out of the QCR Z 4 11 QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 ...

Page 39: ...e Inserting the M240 Module To insert the M240 module in the QCR Z perform the following steps Rotate the module latches to the open position Slide the module into the QCR Z and set the latches to the locked position Power on the QCR Z QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 4 12 ...

Page 40: ...es at the top edge of the magazine Open the cassette by pressing on the releases and unfolding Place the 809 film into the cassette by placing the film lip under the film tab The film should align between the blue lines on the cassette Close the cassette Ensure that the darkslide is closed Remove the film sleeve by pulling the film from the side marked with the three arrows Try not to pull the sle...

Page 41: ...re recording internal test patterns Externally loaded look up tables may cause an imbalance in the colors on the internal test patterns This is why you image the internal test patterns after a power on and warmup cycle As an added precaution you may disconnect the IEEE 488 interface connector from the back of the QCR Z and reset the film recorder prior to running internal test patterns Test Patter...

Page 42: ...Operator Instructions Figure 4 12 Internal Test Patterns 4 15 QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 ...

Page 43: ...at you hear the QCR Z s audio alarm beep once then release the TEST switch The QCR Z will not care whether the camera module is installed and it will begin scanning the test pattern line by line on the CRT If you hold the TEST switch down for two beeps with no module installed the QCR Z will indicate a module fault and terminate the test sequence Imaging Test Pattern 1 To select test pattern 1 pre...

Page 44: ...ary error codes This helps to isolate the source of the problem so that you or a qualified service engineer can troubleshoot it more effectively Pressing the RESET switch down after an error occurs will display secondary error codes in the QCR Z s LED array The top four LEDs RECORD BLUE serve as the most significant bit while the bottom four LEDs MODULE ERROR serve as the least significant bit The...

Page 45: ...AM failure during all values test 05 RAM failure during mux test 06 RAM failure during A55A test 07 RAM failure during REFRESH test 08 LUT RAM failure 00 Unable to put interface into LOCAL mode 01 GPIB handshake error 00 Beam intensity too high 01 Beam intensity too low 00 No module detected for an operation that requires a module 01 Invalid module ID 02 Film Jam error bulk cameras only 00 Unable ...

Page 46: ...LAY 01 UNEXPECTED COMMAND BYTE COMPUTER DISPLAY 81 UNEXPECTED DATA BYTE COMPUTER DISPLAY 82 ILLEGAL COMMAND BYTE COMPUTER DISPLAY 83 ILLEGAL DATA BYTE COMPUTER DISPLAY 84 COMMAND INTERRUPT COMPUTER DISPLAY 85 Secondary Error Codes 4 19 QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 ...

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Page 48: ... a system overview of the QCR Z that describes its basic operating principles It may contain additional information that is added at the time the manual is shipped from the Publications Department 5 1 QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 ...

Page 49: ...applies to the incoming image data and ultimately the speed at which the QCR Z prints the information onto the film The host computer assigns an eight bit binary value to each piece of image data it sends the the QCR Z The QCR Z stores this value in its RAM memory and modifies it through the use of color look up tables to compensate for the non linear characteristics of the imaging process and the...

Page 50: ...Addendum Figure A 1 Major Components of the QCR Z 5 3 QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 ...

Page 51: ...IXEL DATA IF A 35MM CAMERA OPTION IS USED 2732 LINES WILL BE PRODUCED FOR EACH COLOR PASS 4096 X 2732 11 190 272 BYTES X 3 PASSES 33 570 816 BYTES A SINGLE IMAGE WOULD CONTAIN OVER 33 MEGABYTES OF INFORMATION Figure A 2 Pixel Mode Data Requirements Operating The QCR Z in the 2K mode would decrease the amount of data by one half thereby decreasing the total imaging time but the image would also suf...

Page 52: ...e pass The average intensity selection for each color pass will be adjusted through the use of brightness levels The film s sensitivity to shades of color or gamma response is also non linear The QCR Z modifies the pixel intensity data to compensate for the film s gamma response This is performed through the use of color lookup tables Brightness Levels Brightness levels are software selectable and...

Page 53: ...3 Color Film Emulsion Layers The QCR Z determines the appropriate brightness levels soon after you power it on It reads the type of camera module that you are using and loads the brightness levels into memory If you power the film recorder on and no camera module is attached the QCR Z defaults to the 35mm brightness levels QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 5 6 ...

Page 54: ...for one image line enters the QCR Z and is stored in its static RAM memory When the data is read from the RAM it is sent to the lookup table RAM chips where the eight bit data is color corrected expanded into a 12 bit output and converted to an analog voltage Figure A 4 Lookup Table Compensation 5 7 QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 ...

Page 55: ...ensated for Kodak Ektachrome 100 film 4 Kodak LUTs properly compensated for Kodak Professional 100 film 4K mode 5 Polaroid LUTs properly compensated for Polaroid 559 film 4K mode 7 Polaroid LUTs properly compensated for Polaroid 809 film 4K mode The QCR Z determines the appropriate lookup tables soon after you power it on It reads the type of camera module that you are using and loads the brightne...

Page 56: ...able information When you do this it overwrites the default values and replaces them with the custom tables that the host computer sends Keep in mind that the QCR Z s internal test patterns have been written to be used with the default LUTs Using custom lookup tables may degrade the color quality of the internal test patterns 5 9 QCR Z Operator s Guide Version 4 ...

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