Slide Kamera HKN-2 Manuale utente
Slidekamera HKN-2 stepper drive is equipment
specially designed for smooth shots in motion
as well as Timelapse photos.
Slider cart is driven by a stepper motor connected to the controller.
User Manual
HKN-2 stepper drive
for Slidekamera HSK series sliders
Software version
rev 3.0
PDF version of the manual available for download: www.slidekamera.com
1/2015 MADE IN EUROPE
Before you start your work with HKN-2 stepper drive for Slidekamera HSK series sliders
we strongly recommend to read the manual carrefully. Please note that using the drive in a manner
inconsistentwith the instructions, unauthorized repair attempts or any kind of modification of the drive
can cause damage the manufacturer is not responsible for.
Photos of products may slightly differ from the actual product due to constant
modifications and improvements introduced by the manufacturer.
In case of damage during transport you are required to submit:
Rproof of purchase
Rprotective styrofoam inserts/ fillers included in the set in case of new product delivery
If you fail to comply with the abovementioned conditions, the manufacturer reserves
the right to refuse the complaint.
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Slidekamera
High Engineering Technology CNC s.c.
Sebastian Pawelec Karol Mikulski
Glina 45
82-522 Sadlinki, Poland
Vat Identification Number: 581-188-33-32
HKN-2 stepper drive for Slidekamera HSK series sliders
Slidekamera Office
80-175 Gdańsk (Poland)
Ul. Kartuska 386
tel./fax (+48) 58 710 41 04
e-mail: [email protected] / [email protected]
www.slidekamera.pl / www.slidekamera.com
Table of contents
1. Elements of Slidekamera HKN-2 drive................................................................................................................3
2. Product description............................................................................................................................................ 4
2.1. HKN-ST controller...........................................................................................................................................4
2.2. ...................................................................................................................5
3. Specification......................................................................................................................................................6
4. Mounting Slidekamera HKN-2 stepper drive .......................................................................................................7
4.1. Mounting AF-8 LG lower port in case of mounting HKN-2 stepper drive and the slider on a tripod......................7
4.2. Toothed belt mounting set and driving motor mounting.....................................................................................8
4.3. How to tighten toothed belt properly................................................................................................................11
5. How to operate the controller.............................................................................................................................11
5.1. Specifying startup parameters.......................................................................................................................11
5.1.1. AUTO (basic automatic calibration).............................................................................................................11
5.1.2. MAN (manual calibration)...........................................................................................................................12
5.1.3. FREE (no limits).........................................................................................................................................12
5.2. Main menu....................................................................................................................................................12
5.2.1. CONFIG menu...........................................................................................................................................12
5.2.2. VIDEO........................................................................................................................................................13
5.2.2.1. Free Ride................................................................................................................................................13
5.2.2.2.Recording................................................................................................................................................14
5.2.2.3. Playback.................................................................................................................................................15
5.2.2.4. VideoLoop...............................................................................................................................................16
5.2.3.TIMELAPSE...............................................................................................................................................16
5.2.4. ANIMATION...............................................................................................................................................17
6. Maintenance and operation..............................................................................................................................19
7.Transport..........................................................................................................................................................19
8. Terms of warranty.............................................................................................................................................19
Slidekamera HKN-2 driving motor.
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Set includes:
*) Detailed list of shutter release cables and photo cameras they support can be found on: www.slidekamera.com
Elements of Slidekamera HKN-2 stepper drive
Once you receive the shipment please make sure that all the elements of Slidekamera HKN-2 stepper drive
are inside.
AC Adapter [1]
Driving motor [2]
RJ-45 cable connecting the motor with the controller [3]
HKN-ST controller [4]
Toothed belt mounting set [5]
2,5mm Allen key [6]
5mm Allen key [7]
WS Shuller release cable (one to choose from)* [8]
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2. Product description
Slidekamera HKN-2 stepper drive dedicated for HSK series sliders, is equipment specially designed for smooth
shotsin motion as well as Timelapse photos. HKN-2 stepper drive consists of an intuitive controller
and a driving motor. Simple and functional menu of the controller provides excellent ergonomics of use.
The controller allowsto work in various working programs: VIDEO, ANIMATION, TIMELAPSE. Front panel
of the controller is equipped a joystick and two knobs to adjust: SPEED and DAMPING. To eliminate any movement
during shutter release, HKN-2 set includes a shutter release cable that is used in ANIMATION and TIMELAPSE
working programs.
Depending on your camera model you can choose a proper cable. Power unit allows for cartload of 4kg during
vertical track and 30kg (see paragraph 4. Specification) during horizontal track. Drive controller is equipped
with 1/4" mounting hole that allows to mount additional devices to it using Slidekamera AF-17 articulated arm
or Magic Arm 11".
2.1. HKN-ST controller
Front panel of the controller is equipped a joystick and two knobs to adjust: SPEED and DAMPING. SPEED knob
allows to adjust speed range whereas DAMPING knob regulates smooth acceleration and deceleration
of movement, ie the user can adjust the time at which the drive reaches the desired speed or stops. RJ-45 cable
socket and power switch are located on the upper wall of the controller housing. Joystick
on the front panel enables user friendly programming, controlling and configuration. Simple and functional menu
provides the ergonomics of operation. HKN-ST controller is equipped with 1/4" mounting hole that allows to mount
additional devices to it using Slidekamera AF-17 articulated arm or Magic Arm 11".
Power switch [1]
RJ-45 cable socket [2]
LCD display [3]
SPEED knob [4]
DAMPING knob [5]
Joystick [6]
1/4" mounting hole [7]
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2.2. Slidekamera HKN-2 driving motor
Driving motor should be attached to HSK-5 or HSK-6 slider cart directly in the place of a cart standstill brake.
Transmission of power is achieved thanks to a toothed belt attached to a gear wheel. Toothed belt is mounted
to HSK series slider with the use of adjustable tighteners.
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Controller socket [1]
Socket for addidtional drives [2]
Power socket [3]
Shutter release cable socket [4]
Holes for screws mounting the driving motor to the cart [5]
Toothed belt [6]
Driving motor markings:
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LINK Indicates that controller cable is properly connected.
Rx When orange light flashes slowly the user is informed that the driving motor
is powered but has not yet received any command from the controller.
When orange light starts flashing rapidly this indicates that the driving motor received
a command from the controller.
FAULT Flashing light indicates existing error. Detailed explanations of erros codes can
be found in paragraph 5.2.1. of this user manual.
HKN-2 stepper drive for Slidekamera HSK series sliders
3. Specification
Supply voltage: 10..18V DC
Current consumption:
Average current consumption (continuous horizontal track)
0,9A for 100% power
0,6A for 66% power
0,3A for 33% power
Maximum current consumption
3A for 100% power
2A for 66% power
1,2A for 33% power
Operating time
with battery 12V 7Ah
(room temperature,
horizontal track):
approx. 8h for 100% power
approx. 13h for 66% power
approx. 24h for 33% power
Cart speed: maximum 200mm/s - in VIDEO program
minimum 100mm/999h - in TIMELAPSE program
Operating temperature
range: -10°C do 70°C
Shutter release cable
(one to choose):
WS-1, WS-2, WS-3, WS-4, WS-5, WS-6, WS-7, WS-8, WS-9
cables used in ANIMATION, TIMELAPSE programs
Dimensions:
Width: 140mm
Length: 190mm
Height: 50mm (with joystic: 60mm)
Weight (controller,
driving motor): 1720g
Slider cart payload:
Maximum payload for horizontal track :
30kg for power >= 66%
10kg for power = 33%
Maximum payload for vertical track:
4kg for 100% power
2kg for 66% power
zero for 33% power
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4.1.
and the slider on a tripod
Mounting Slidekamera HKN-2 stepper drive
Instructions and explanations presented in following chapters contain set of guidelines recommended
by the manufacturer on how to properly mount HKN-2 stepper drive on Slidekamera HSK-5 or HSK-6 slider. Please
note that mounting and using the drive in a manner inconsistent with the instructions can cause damage
the manufacturer is not responsible for.
Mounting AF-8 LG lower port in case of mounting HKN-2 stepper drive
If you have HSK series slider mounted on HST series tripod and want to use
HKN-2 stepper drive safely it is absolutely necessary to replace the AF-8 SH
lower port with AF-8 LG. AF-8 LG lower port is recommended when mounting
HSK series sliders with Slidekamera HKN-2 stepper drive on Slidekamera HST
series tripods (HST-2 or HST-3) or any other tripod available on the market
equipped with a big crown. The use of AF-8 LG port is indispensable to avoid
any damage of the equipment caused by the drive hitting the tripod.
Failure to comply with the instructions may result in serious damage
to the drive, the manufacturer is not responsible for.
In order to mount AF-8 LG lower port to HSK-5 or HSK-6 slider first of all unscrew side feet from the device using
5mm Allen key, turn the the slider upside down and remove AF-8 SH lower port. In case you have a slider
with already mounted AF-8 LG port or you do not intend to use the drive on a tripod it is enough to remove
the side feet and move to the next paragraph of this manual (4.2.).
AF-8 SH lower mounting port [1]
M8 screw square nut [2]
AF-8 LG lower mounting port [3]
Aluminium washer [4]
Mounting AF-8 LG lower port on HSK-5 slider
In order to remove AF-8 SH lower port from HSK-5 slider, loosen M8 screws
that mount the port and slide the port out of the aluminium rail. Loosen
the square nut [2] in AF-8 LG lower port [3]. Slide M8 screw (of AF-8 LG port)
with the sqare nut into slider rail. Note that aluminium washer [4] must
be placed between the slider and AF-8 port as you can see in the photo
on the next page. Having properly placed the port on the slider tighten
the screws from the bottom of AF-8 LG lower port.
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M8 screw square nut [2]
AF-8 LG lower mounting port [3]
Aluminium washer [4]
In case of HSK-6 slider if you want to remove AF-8 SH port, simply remove M8 screws using 6mm Allen key. Next,
remove square nuts [2] and aluminium washers [4] in AF-8 LG lower port. Attach the port to the slider using M8
screws.
Toothed belt mounting set and driving motor mounting
Once you have attached AF-8 SH or LG lower port properly mount the toothed belt mounting set to the slider.
To make mounting more efficient follow the recommended steps of assembly. First, mount the left tightener
(with a knob that adjusts the toothed belt tension). Next, attach the belt to the driving motor and the motor
to the slider. The final step of assembly is mounting the right tightener.
Mounting AF-8 LG lower port on HSK-6 slider
4.2.
In case of mounting toothed belt mounting set on a slider equipped with BASIC side feet
it is NECESSARY to use plastic bushes on belt tension adjusting knob. If you fail
to attach the bushes, the side feet will block the knob.
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In case of mounting toothed belt mounting set on a slider
equipped with STANDARD and PRO side feet, it is
NECESSARY to remove plastic bushes from belt tension
adjusting knob. If you fail to remove the bushes,
they will block side feet movement range.
Toothed belt [1]
Bump stops [2]
Toothed belt tightener [3]
Tightener adjusting knob [4]
Plastic bushes[5]
Depending on the model of a slider, BASIC, STANDARD or PRO, toothed belt mounting set is attached differently:
HSK BASIC slider
Attach BASIC side feet to the left tightener (with tightener adjusting knob - remember to attach plastic bushes
on the knob). Use two M6x20 (5mm Allen key) to mount the elements to the slider.
BASIC side feet [1]
M6x20 screws [2]
Safety bushes [3]
5mm Allen key [4]
HSK STANDARD, PRO slider
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