AGFA QCR-Z Operator's Manual

QCR-ZOperator's GuideDocument Number: 20-21-2001AGFA Agfa Matrix Division One Ramland Road, Orangeburg NY, USA 10962

Pre-lnstallationUNPACKING INSTRUCTIONSThe film recorder and its accessories are shipped in a single carton, while thecamera modules are shipped separa

Pre-lnstallationINVENTORY OF ACCESSORY KITThe following is a list of standard accessory kit components, and is for yourreference only. Your kit may be

Pre-lnstallationPHYSICAL DIMENSIONSThe unit weighs approximately 84 pounds (38kg).Note:These dimensions do not include the camera module.Figure 1-4. C

Pre-lnstallationSPACE REQUIREMENTSThe QCR-Z can be positioned on a table or sturdy shelf in a space only slightlylarger than the outer dimensions of t

Pre-lnstallationENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONSYou should install the film recorder in a location where the operating conditions arewithin the limits spe

Pre-lnstallationM35 Module Specifications (35mm Camera)A. Format:B. Roll Length:C. Sensitivity:D. Color Balance:E. Image Dimension (Horiz):F. Image Di

2Controls and ConnectorsChapter 2 describes the front panel user controls and rear panelelectrical connectors. Here you will find a description of eac

Controls and ConnectorsUSER CONTROLS AND DISPLAYThe following text describes the QCR-Z's front panel user controls. Familiarizeyourself with each

Controls and ConnectorsSTATUS AND ERROR INDICATORSRECORDREDGREENBLUEMODULEFILMFAULTERRORRECORD INDICATORThis indicator illuminates while the QCR-Z is

Controls and ConnectorsSTATUS AND ERROR INDICATORS (CONTINUED)POWER ON - OFF INDICATORThis indicator is lit while the QCR-Z is powered on.READY INDICA

AGFAAGFA MATRIX DIVISIONQCR-ZOperator'sGuideUNIT SERIAL NUMBER:CHAPTER INDEX1. PRE-INSTALLATION2. CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS3. INSTALLATION4. OPERAT

Controls and ConnectorsPOWER AND SIGNAL CONNECTOR PANELAll external connections to the film recorder (with the exception of the cameramodules) are mad

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3InstallationChapter 3 instructs you on how to properly install the QCR-Z filmrecorder. You should install the unit in a location which meetsthe power

InstallationMAKING THE CONNECTIONSPOWER LINE• Ensure that the POWER switch is in the OFF position. This switch islocated on the film recorder's f

InstallationCHECKING THE LINE VOLTAGE (120/220 VAC)There is a line voltage selector card inside the power input module that housesthe AC receptacle an

InstallationCONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLEThe GPIB cable provides the link that allows the QCR-Z and the host computerto communicate with each other.

InstallationPROGRAMMING THE GPIB DEVICE ADDRESSThe QCR-Z is compatible with most PC systems. Knowing the rate ofdata transfer from your computer will

InstallationFigure 3-3. Setting The GPIB Device AddressQCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4 3-6

4Operator's InstructionsChapter 4 instructs you on routine operating proceduresincluding:• Powering the film recorder on and observing its warm u

Operator InstructionsWARM UP SEQUENCEIMPORTANTAllow the QCR-Z to warm up for at least 20 minutes before you begin imaging.The QCR-Z's front panel

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Operator InstructionsHANDLING THE FILM MODULESThe M35 ModuleTo prevent dust build-up on the face of the QCR-Z's CRT, you should leave acamera mod

Operator InstructionsInserting the M35 ModuleTo insert the M35 module in the QCR-Z, perform the following steps:• Power off the QCR-Z and open the smo

Operator InstructionsLoading Film Into The 35mm CameraThe Chinon camera allows you to take up to 36 high resolution images per rollof film. Many of it

Operator InstructionsLoading Film Into The 35mm Camera (continued)Send the load film command from the host to ready the QCR-Z for imaging.* The load f

Operator InstructionsUnloading 35mm FilmWhen the film advances past the last frame, the Error indicator is lit, and youshould now unload the film in t

Operator InstructionsThe M120 ModuleThe M120 module is designed to handle 4x5 Polaroid 559 instant print film. TheM120 module utilizes the industry st

Operator InstructionsFigure 4-7. Removing and Inserting the M120 ModuleInserting the M120 ModuleTo insert the M120 module in the QCR-Z, perform the fo

Operator InstructionsLoading Film Into The M120 ModuleQCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4 4-10

Operator InstructionsThe M240 ModuleThe M240 module handles 8x10 Polaroid 809 instant print film. It uses theindustry standard 8x10 film holder and wi

Operator InstructionsFigure 4-10. Removing and Inserting the M240 ModuleInserting the M240 ModuleTo insert the M240 module in the QCR-Z, perform the f

Revision RecordTitle: QCR-Z Operator's GuideDocument Number: 20-21-2001Revision1234Effective DateJuly 5, 1989October 23, 1989July 16, 1990January

Operator InstructionsLoading Film Into The M240 ModuleCASSETTERELEASES.DARKSLIDESLIDE THE 8X10 FILMCASSETTE INTO SLOTFILMTABFILMLIPFigure 4-11. Loadin

Operator InstructionsRECORDING INTERNAL TEST PATTERNSThe QCR-Z provides internal test and diagnostic functions which allow you toexpose a test image o

Operator InstructionsFigure 4-12. Internal Test Patterns4-15 QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4

Operator InstructionsImaging Test Pattern 0Load film into the camera module and prepare the module for an exposure(advance film to frame #1, remove da

Operator InstructionsERROR AND FAULT CODESThe QCR-Z uses its front panel LED array for reporting errors and faults. If youare using the Matrix MVP car

Operator InstructionsPrimary Error Code= MEMORYFAULTCOMPUTER DISPLAY = 91= GPIB INTERFACEFAULTCOMPUTER DISPLAY = 92= CRT BEAMCALIBRATION FAULTCOMPUTER

Operator InstructionsPrimary Error Code= OUT OF FILMCOMPUTER DISPLAY = 01= UNEXPECTEDCOMMAND BYTECOMPUTER DISPLAY = 81= UNEXPECTEDDATA BYTECOMPUTER DI

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5AddendumThis chapter contains a system overview of the QCR-Z thatdescribes its basic operating principles. It may contain additionalinformation that

AddendumSYSTEM OVERVIEWThe QCR-Z uses microprocessor electronics, a high resolution black andwhite video monitor and picture tube, and a camera module

ContentsCHAPTER 1CHAPTER 2CHAPTER 3PRE-INSTALLATIONInspection ...Unpacking Instructions ...Inventory of

AddendumFigure A-1. Major Components of the QCR-Z5-3 QCR-Z Operator's Guide Version 4

AddendumDATA STRUCTURESData structures can be defined through software commands to the QCR-Z.You should have a basic understanding these modes how the

AddendumBlack JumpingBlack jumping is an enhanced form of RLC that decreases the actualimaging time. When an area of an image does not have contrasted

AddendumLIGHT FROM CRT— COLOR FILTERLENSBLUE EMULSIONGREEN EMULSIONRED EMULSION• BLUE LIGHT ABSORBING FILTERGREEN LIGHT ABSORBING FILTERFILM BASEFigur

AddendumLookup TablesThe film's GAMMA response must be compensated in order to produce alinear image on film. The eight bit data for one image li

AddendumLookup tables consist of three files, one for each color pass. The operatingsoftware PROM chips contain default lookup tables for each of the

AddendumCustom Brightness Levels and Lookup TablesThe host computer can send commands and data to "customize" the filmrecorder's intern

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Contents, continuedCHAPTER 4 OPERATOR'S INSTRUCTIONSWarm Up Sequence ...Handling the Film Modules ...Removing

1Pre-lnstallationThis chapter contains important information concerning theQCR-Z's power, space, and environmental requirements. Readthis section

Pre-lnstallationINSPECTIONUpon arrival, inventory the shipment with the carrier's driver.• Carefully inspect the packing material for obvious sig