Kron Technologies Chronos 1.4 16GB Colour Sensor (SKU CR14-1.1-16C-1)

Kron Technologies Chronos 1.4 16GB Colour Sensor (SKU CR14-1.1-16C-1)

Main Features
High Resolution: Records at 1280×1024 with up to 1,069 frames per second at full resolution.

High Frame Rate: Equipped with a 2/3″ image sensor capable of capturing up to 40,413 FPS at lower resolutions.

All-in-One Design: Fully standalone operation with an integrated 5-inch touchscreen and battery, enabling portable and untethered use.

Internal Storage: Available in 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB RAM configurations, allowing recording durations of approximately 4, 8, or 16 seconds at maximum resolution. Footage can be saved using the SD card slot.

Recording Methods: Supports Normal, Segmented, Gated Burst, and Live Slow Motion modes for flexible recording in dynamic environments.

Lens Mount Options: Compatible with Nikon F, Canon EF, and C mounts, all of which can be swapped in the field.

Colour and Monochrome Performance: ISO sensitivity ranges from 320 to 5120 (colour) and 740 to 11840 (monochrome), allowing operation in varied lighting conditions.

Trigger Options: I/O ports allow synchronization and remote triggering via cable, sound, or web-based triggers.

Focus Assistance: Includes focus peaking to highlight edges and zebra patterns to help manage exposure.

API Integration: Provides an open-source, REST-based API for integration into custom software or control systems.

Package Contents

• Chronos 1.4 camera body
• CS-C adapter ring
• C mount dust cap
• 2mm Allen wrench
• 32GB SanDisk SD card
• EN-EL4a battery
• 19V 40W AC adapter
• Region-specific AC power cord
• User manual

Specifications

Imaging: 1280×1024 at 1069 FPS
Memory Options: 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB
Recording Time: 4 seconds (8GB), 8 seconds (16GB), 16 seconds (32GB) at maximum resolution
Lens Mount: CS/C mount included (additional options available)
Back Focus: Adjustable in the field
IR Filter: 650nm, removable, dimensions 24 × 16 × 1.1 mm
Display: 5-inch 800×480 capacitive touchscreen with 1000-nit brightness for daylight visibility
Body Material: Anodized CNC-machined aluminum
Cooling System: Active cooling with variable-speed fan and optional fan-off mode
Dimensions: 155 × 96 × 67.3 mm (without lens)
Weight: 1.06 kg (without lens)

Video Formats
H.264: MP4 format with bitrates up to 60 Mbps
CinemaDNG RAW: Standard Adobe RAW format
TIFF: RAW TIFF files with timestamps
Storage Options: SD card, USB, SSD, or network storage (SMB/NFS)

Image Sensor Details
Resolution: Up to 1280×1024
Speed: 1.4 gigapixels per second
Sensor Size: 8.45 × 6.76 mm (2/3″ format, 1.3 MP, 3.9x crop factor)
Pixel Size: 6.6 µm
Sensitivity: ISO 320–5120 (colour), ISO 740–11840 (monochrome)
Shutter: Electronic global shutter from 1/FPS to 1 microsecond
Dynamic Range: 9.4 stops (56.7 dB)
Bit Depth: 12-bit

Battery
Type: EN-EL4a
Runtime: Approximately 1.5 hours of recording
Charging Time: Around 2 hours to reach 80% using the internal charger

Inputs and Outputs
Power Input: 17–20V, 40W (barrel connector, positive tip)
Network: Gigabit Ethernet
Trigger Interfaces: Two trigger inputs and frame strobe outputs (BNC and auxiliary), adjustable threshold from 0 to 6.6V, with electrically isolated input
Video Output: HDMI output at 720p or 1080p at 60 FPS (video only)
USB: Type A (host) and micro-B (device)
SATA: eSATA 3Gbps connection for 2.5-inch SSD with 5V power

Trigger Modes
End Trigger: Continues recording until a defined delay after activation
Toggle: Starts and stops recording with a button press
Exposure Trigger: External signal controls frame rate synchronization
Shutter Gating: External signal controls both exposure and frame rate
Frame Sync Output: Outputs a signal indicating frame rate and exposure

Trigger Ports
BNC: Female connector
AUX: 8-pin terminal block connector with isolated trigger input

Software and Control
Control Interface: Accessible via web browser or REST interface using USB or Ethernet connection
Streaming: Supports live streaming and playback via RTSP and compatible players
API: Open-source HTTP REST interface

Recording Modes
Normal Mode: Records continuously into a buffer until triggered, then allows review and saving
Segmented Mode: Divides memory into segments for multiple recordings
Gated Burst: Records frames only while the trigger is active
Live Slow Motion: Captures short clips and replays them in a loop

Normal Speed Recording
Continuous Mode: Records standard video at up to 60 FPS directly to MP4 files on external storage

Assistive Features
Focus Aid: Highlights edges to assist with focusing
Zebra Patterns: Indicates overexposed areas with diagonal lines
Viewfinder Zoom: Enlarges the image for precise focusing
Overlay: Displays frame and timing information over the footage

Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature: -20°C to +40°C (-4°F to +104°F)