User Manual - Vincent Associates
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1. rrerereeeeeee roce ece ee ece keke KK 30 Trigger Cautions and Trouble Shooting Tips 30 Pulse Voltage 31 Dimensi n m VU K 32 4 32 General CAPE D 33 Inspection amd Clean 33 TiSpection usu ceni 11555452 warda K n NH b ON n nme 33 Cleaning Procedure Exterior am SEO EER DURAN SD PUN LENA ROCHE 33 Inspection Interior E 33 Cleaning Proc dure 33 i i s 5 3555a54 d k qe k seios kU W WERA V K e wa WE W Ve u bU KE WE We s 34 System Character St CS 44j lc s e e yo ece ece VE EY He R Ed 34 External Input Characteristics rene reee 35 External Output Characteristics ccisscccscsesossccosessocssssvenssovensscconssesssasecenssosanacceterees 37 General Characteristics T 37 INDEX rayi on 41 User Manual THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT General Safety Summary Review the following2. 4 7 e Category II User Manual 39 THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT Name Supplied Accessories Interconnect Cable Model 710C 3 meters AC Line Cord IEC Type North America Two 0 25 Amp 3AG 230 VAC line fuses User Manual Checklist Optional Accessories Model 710R Remote handheld trigger cable for use with active low BNC a LA Model 710R F Remote footswitch trigger cable for use with active low BNC Model 910RSDC RS 232C interconnect cable for daisy chain applications One 1 cable required per unit in the chain Model 910RS RS232C interconnect cable for serial port VMM T1 User Manual 40 THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT 5V 23 27 43 115 VAC 11 13 14 46 115 VAC 60Hz 230 VAC 50Hz 23 230 VAC 11 13 14 46 25 35 25 Pin D Sub 29 35mm 23 26 5 position rotary switch 18 710R 26 7 pin female connector 14 22 7 pin female receptacle 14 7 pin male connector 14 7 pin male plug 22 7 pin SHUTTER connector 13 8 Pin Mini DIN 29 8 position octal rotary switch 21 910RS 29 35 910RSDC 29 30 9 pin D SUB female 29 AC input module 9 11 12 AC module 11 Accuracy 40 active high 22 23 24 active low 22 23 24 ACTUATE Switch 17 address 30 ADDRESS select 21 44 addressable 9 ALL commands 30 AUX 17 43 AUX DELAY 23 AUX output 10 23 43 AUX Pin 1 23 Auxiliary output 9 Auxiliary Terminal 23 Baud rate 42 BNC
3. 11 PRE POST Toggle Switch Position of this switch determines if DELAY interval occurs before PRE or after POST the EXPOSURE interval a PRE mode Delays the start of the shutter EXPOSURE interval until the end of the DELAY interval b POST mode The DELAY timer is triggered at the conclusion of the EXPOSURE interval c In PRE or POST the DELAY AUX output will go high for the duration of the DELAY interval when the DELAY timer is active 12 POWER LED Indicator Red LED when lit indicates the unit is powered 13 SHUTTER FUSE Replace with 5 x 20 mm 0 6A time lag slo blo fuse Please note This fuse may fail if the shutter is operated at an excessive frequency and duty cycle to protect the coil from premature failure If the operation of the shutter used is causing nuisance blowing of this fuse please contact technical support to discuss your application 14 N O N C Toggle switch The N O N C switch acts to invert the shutter operation The position of this switch determines shutter status before a trigger signal is received by the VMM TI a N C Normally Closed The shutter will be closed and commanded to open by an input pulse signal b N O Normally Open The shutter will be open and activated to close by an input pulse signal c Any RESET command will return the shutter to the position determined by the N O N C switch d Please note if an OPEN command is sent to the RS 232C input a RESET com
4. TTL exposure pulse input to the PULSE INPUT BNC will appear at the PULSE OUTPUT BNC e Note toggling the N O N C switch will not change the state of the PULSE OUTPUT RS 232C DB 9 female connector Provides access to the VMM T1 RS 232C interface allowing the user to control input functions via a computer RS 232C serial port See RS 232C DB 9 female under EXTERNAL INPUT SPECIFICATIONS TRIGGER INPUT BNC Opens the shutter on the first pulse trigger edge Closes the shutter on the next trigger edge Pulse starts EXPOSURE and DELAY interval sequence This input operates in conjunction with the GATE INPUT BNC When the GATE INPUT is active default selection the TRIGGER INPUT will be enabled This input can be set active high or active low by FUNCTION switch A See FUNCTION SELECT under GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS a RESET INPUT BNC Inhibits timing functions and both the DELAY and EXPOSURE timers are RESET Please note if an open command is sent to the RS 232C input a RESET command will not clear the RS 232C output and the shutter will not close A CLOSE command must be sent to force the shutter to close If it is desired to have the shutter close or return to the state as set by the N O N C switch with a RESET command the shutter must be opened with a trigger command This input can be set active high or active low by FUNCTION switch C See FUNCTION SELECT under GENERAL CHARACTERIST
5. time lag slo blo for 230 VAC 50Hz 2 required See LINE FUSE REPLACEMENT instructions Voltage change switchover block See CHANGE instructions 3Amp line filter Internal not user accessible 9 AUX GND 5V Auxiliary Terminal a b 4 3 pin pluggable terminal block connector Both 5 0 VDC and Ground are available in addition to an AUX DELAY signal The VMM T1 AUX output is now the DELAY timer output signal An active high pulse is delivered to this output equal to the length of the DELAY timer setting See DELAY Out AUX Pin 1 under EXTERNAL OUTPUT CHARACTERISTICS 10 FUNCTION switches Five sub miniature slide switches a Switches A D are used to select the active states of each of the four input BNC connectors VMM T1 User Manual 20 b Switch E is used to select the proper pulse energy for the shutter being driven Switch to the HIGH up position for 35mm and larger aperture types switch to the LOW down position for all other shutter types 11 SYNC OUTPUT BNC Active low output b Output for shutters equipped with the SOLID STATE SYNCHRONIZATION SYSTEM option c The shutter s internal synchronization circuit sets the BNC to an active level when the synchronization circuit becomes energized d The output goes active when the shutter reaches 80 of full open and goes to the non active state when the shutter reaches 20 closed e The front pan
6. General Care 39 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS 21 24 Getting Started 8 9 GND 23 29 43 Graphs 37 ground 5 14 23 29 43 high frequency operation 35 HIGH LOW 26 IBM 9 Pin D Sub 29 IEC plug 23 initial inspection 10 Initial Operation 14 Injury Precautions 5 Input Module 23 input receptacle 9 Inspection Exterior 39 Inspection and Cleaning 39 Introduction 10 key 16 keyboard 29 label 11 LED 11 14 16 line fuse 9 11 23 Line Fuse Replacement 11 13 MAC 8 Pin Mini DIN 29 Maintenance 38 maximum frequency 35 minimum exposure 15 35 minimum pulse widths 15 35 Model 710 10 22 36 N C 18 N O 18 N O N C switch 14 17 18 21 22 N O N C Toggle switch 17 Normally Closed 18 VMM T1 User Manual Normally Open 18 Notes 20 NULL MODEM 35 null modem cable 29 octal switch 30 On Off Switch 5 Open 42 open command 17 18 22 30 Operating Basics 8 26 Operating Temperature 46 Operator Controls 8 16 Optional Accessories 48 Overvoltage 47 parity 42 Pin C 22 Pin D 22 Pin E 22 Pin F 23 Pin H 23 Pollution 47 POST mode 17 Power Cord 5 POWER Indicator 44 Power LED 11 14 17 Power Requirements 46 Power Source 6 power switch 9 23 PRE mode 17 PRE or POST exposure delay 10 PRE POST Switch 17 Product Damage Precautions 6 pulse duration 24 pulse energy 23 26 35 46 pulse in 21 24 42 43 PULSE INPUT 2
7. circuit which allows the pulse voltage to drop with an increase in frequency to compensate for the heat that is developed in the shutter coil See graphs Figure 6 and 7 Contact the factory for specific information concerning shutter and or drive modifications that may be necessary for operating shutters at their maximum frequency Please note that fuse blowing problems specifically shutter fuses may be due to high frequency operation without proper fuse selection Due to the large number of different frequencies and duty cycles in which the shutter is used please contact the factory for further details regarding specific fuse selection Trigger Cautions and Trouble Shooting Tips The system s capability can be greatly enhanced by external control as described previously however extreme care must be taken to ensure that high voltages see SPECIFICATIONS are not inadvertently switched into external control inputs Also note that large negative voltages can cause irreparable damage to the unit s internal circuitry Exercise extreme caution Visual inspection of a fuse is NOT an adequate test to determine if a fuse failure has occurred Use a DMM Digital Multi Meter or equivalent test device to determine fuse continuity Particular shutter units respond to different minimum pulse widths For example a standard VS25 shutter with Teflon coated shutter blades has a minimum exposure pulse of 6 msec If the timing or pulse width is
8. selects HIGH LOW pulse energy The HIGH energy setting must be used for only 35 mm and larger aperture shutters Use the LOW setting for all other UNIBLITZ shutters CAUTION Use of the HIGH position for shutter apertures smaller than 35mm could cause irreparable damage to the shutter used and will void the shutter s warranty a HIGH energy is required to operate 35mm and larger aperture shutters b Inthe DOWN position the pulse energy is selected LOW c When the switch actuator is in the UP position the pulse energy is selected HIGH Gate Input The GATE INPUT BNC is used in conjunction with the TRIGGER INPUT BNC This allows the user to select one or a finite number of trigger pulses to trigger the controller from a continuous stream of pulses presented at the TRIGGER INPUT Please see Figure 4 The following description assumes the GATE INPUT is selected active high FUNCTION switch D in the UP position and the TRIGGER INPUT is selected to the active low state FUNCTION switch A in the DOWN position When a stream of trigger pulses is sent to the TRIGGER INPUT and the GATE INPUT is in the HIGH state TTL logic 1 5V the VMM T1 will operate as described in the OPERATOR CONTROLS section Once the GATE INPUT changes to the TTL LOW state TTL logic 0 OV all trigger signals being sent to the TRIGGER INPUT are disabled VMM T1 User Manual 23 A single TTL HIGH pulse at the GATE INPUT equal to the
9. shutter has a minimum exposure pulse of 6 msec If the timing is set for an exposure pulse width less than 6 msec the shutter may not open fully 12 If the unit still does not operate properly turn off and disconnect the unit Please notify Vincent Associates immediately There are no user serviceable parts outside or inside of the unit User Manual 14 Operator Controls 1 Front Panel Operator Controls Please refer to Figure 2 l 10 DELAY TIMER Select Four pushwheel switches that determine the DELAY timing range The total delay interval will be the product of the DELAY TIMER SELECT and DELAY MULTIPLIER Each depression of the key increases each digit by one the key decreases each digit by one DELAY LED Indicator Green LED indicates when DELAY timer is active EXPOSURE TIMER Select Four pushwheel switches that determine the EXPOSURE timing range The total exposure interval will be the product of the EXPOSURE TIMER SELECT and EXPOSURE MULTIPLIER Each depression of the key increases each digit by one the key decreases each digit by one EXPOSURE LED Indicator Green LED indicates when EXPOSURE timer is active EXPOSURE MULTIPLIER Switch A 5 position rotary switch Clockwise rotation increases the magnitude of the EXPOSURE interval by a factor of 10 EXP PRESET Select Two pushwheel switches that determine the number of exposure cycles the unit will count
10. the factory for checkout adjustment and calibration Failure to do this may damage the unit s circuitry and or functionality VMM T1 User Manual 32 General Care Perform routine inspection of the on a regular basis Inspect the outer case for any signs of visible damage Pay particular attention to the condition of the AC line cord If there are any signs of damage or deterioration replace it immediately with an approved line cord Follow the Exterior inspection and Cleaning Procedures elsewhere in this manual Inspection and Cleaning Inspection Exterior Inspect the outside of the VMM T1 for damage wear and missing parts A device that appears to have been dropped or shows other signs of exterior damage should be checked thoroughly to verify correct operation and performance If damage is suspected please return the unit to the factory for repair there are no user serviceable parts Cleaning Procedure Exterior To prevent getting moisture inside the unit during external cleaning use only enough liquid to dampen the cloth or applicator CAUTION 1 Remove loose dust on the outside of the with a lint free cloth 2 Remove remaining dirt with a lint free cloth dampened in a general purpose detergent and water solution Do not use abrasive cleaners Inspection Interior Do not attempt to open the case of the VMM T1 under any circumstances There are no user serviceable parts ins
11. 1 46 PULSE OUT 21 43 PULSE OUTPUT 21 Pulse Voltage Graphs 37 pushwheel switches 10 16 Rear Panel Operator Controls 21 re configure AC input 11 Relative Humidity 46 remote 26 repeat exposure 35 40 reset 10 16 17 18 21 22 41 42 44 reset command 17 18 29 30 RESET INPUT 29 46 RESET switch 17 18 RS 232C 10 17 18 21 29 35 42 RS232C Commands 42 RS 232C Operation 29 42 RS 232C Test Program 29 32 Rx 29 Safety 5 Safety Terms and Symbols 7 serial port 10 21 29 30 44 Shutter 17 22 32 35 40 46 SHUTTER ACTIVE 14 Shutter Actuator Coil Drive Output 22 Shutter Actuator Coil Drive Return 22 shutter drive 10 17 44 Shutter Frequency of Operation 35 shutter fuse 35 SHUTTER FUSE 17 shutter fuse replacement 13 15 Shutter Ground 23 shutter interconnect cable 10 SHUTTER Output 22 Size 46 Solid State Synchronization 14 16 SOLID STATE SYNCHRONIZATION SYSTEM 23 Specifications 40 Start Up 10 Stop bit 42 Storage Temperature 46 Supplied Accessories 48 Suspected Failures 6 Switch E 23 26 Switches A D 26 Switches A D 23 SYNC 14 SYNC ACTIVE 14 SYNC ACTIVE LED 14 Sync Ground 22 Sync Power Output 23 SYNC 16 23 24 43 44 SYNC ACTIVE Indicator 16 44 Sync Detector Transistor Output 22 SYNC OUTPUT 44 System Characteristics 40 VMM T1 User Manual 1132 controller 9 Teflon 35 timer output signal 23 timer rang
12. 14 21 22 23 24 26 41 42 43 Caution 35 VMM T1 User Manual Index Cleaning Procedure Exterior 39 Cleaning Procedure Interior 39 Close 42 44 close command 17 18 22 30 33 COM port 29 Covers 5 daisy chain 9 10 21 30 DB 9 21 defects 10 delay 10 40 DELAY 9 16 17 21 22 23 27 29 DELAY Indicator 44 delay interval 10 16 17 18 40 43 DELAY LED 16 DELAY MULTIPLIER 16 18 Delay Out 23 43 DELAY TIME SELECT 10 DELAY timer 17 DELAY TIMER SELECT 16 Digital Multi Meter 35 Dimensions 38 DMM 35 DMM Digital Multi Meter 15 Electric Overload 5 Electric Shock 5 electronic sync sensor 16 EXP PRESET 27 EXP PRESET 9 10 EXP PRESET SELECT 16 Explosive Atmosphere 5 EXPOSURE 10 21 22 27 29 EXPOSURE and DELAY timers 17 exposure cycles 16 EXPOSURE Indicator 44 exposure interval 16 17 24 40 EXPOSURE LED 16 EXPOSURE MULTIPLIER 16 Exposure Preset 9 EXPOSURE timer 16 EXPOSURE TIMER SELECT 16 EXPOSURE timing range 16 External Input Characteristics 41 EXTERNAL OUTPUT CHARACTERISTICS 23 Features 9 Front Panel Operator Controls 16 FUNCTION Select 44 41 FUNCTION SELECT 24 FUNCTION slide switch 35 FUNCTION switch B 24 FUNCTION switch C 22 FUNCTION switch D 22 function switches 23 Function Switches 26 fuse 5 11 17 23 35 46 fuse nuisance blowing 17 fuse selection 35 gate 22 GATE INPUT 9 21 22 26 41 46
13. DDRESS SELECT specification for switch settings of local address locations Also see RS 232 Test Program 52222 Global Address Codes RS232C Commands Decimal HEX Octal Binary ASCII Open Close rigger 67 43 103 01000011 C DB 9 Female RS 232C Input e No flow control VMM T1 User Manual 36 External Output Characteristics _______ 1 Active low only Source impedance 1K ohms Maximum source current 5 0 mA PULSE OUTPUT Maximum sink current 100 mA Rear Panel Maximum low level output voltage 0 5 VDC Minimum high level 4 5 VDC Duration time determined by width of active pulse applied to PULSE Input or Exposure Time setting Active low only Source impedance 1K ohms Maximum source current 6 8 mA Maximum sink current 25 0 mA Maximum low level output voltage 0 5 VDC Minimum High Level 4 5 VDC This output provided for shutters equipped with the Electronic Synchronization SYNC option SYNC OUTPUT BNC Rear Panel Active high only Source impedance 1K ohms Maximum source current 5 0 mA Maximum sink current 100 mA Delay Out AUX Pin 1 Maximum high level output voltage 5 0 Rear Panel VDC Duration time determined by Delay Time setting Delay interval can be set before exposure or after with PRE POST toggle switch eee ee 5V AUX Pin 3 5 0 volt DC regulated output provided for
14. ICS GATE INPUT BNC An active signal present at this input will enable trigger signals presented to the TRIGGER INPUT BNC An unused GATE INPUT is in the active state VMM T1 User Manual 19 When the applied signal goes inactive the TRIGGER INPUT will disable In this way the user can effectively gate a stream of trigger pulses and allow one or more to be received as determined by the user This input can be used to pick a pulse or pulses from a series of trigger pulses presented to the TRIGGER INPUT This input must be used in conjunction with the TRIGGER INPUT BNC This input can be set active high or active low by FUNCTION switch D See FUNCTION Select under GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS 7 SHUTTER Output 7 pin Connector A 7 pin female connector to mate with 7 pin male plug of the Model 710C interconnect cable included with the unit Pin out as follows pce f 5 Pin Shutter Actuator Coil Drive Send Pin B Shutter Actuator Coil Drive Return Pin C Syne Emitter Diode Source Pin D Sync Ground Pin E Sync Detector Transistor Output Pin F 46 75 VDC Sync Power Source PinH Shutter Ground 8 115 VAC 60Hz 230 VAC 50Hz Input Module Mates with female IEC plug on supplied line cord Includes the following additional functions d Power switch 0 is off 1 is on Power fuses 3AG 0 5A time lag slo blo for 115 VAC 60Hz 2 required 3AG 0 25A
15. OLDER FUSE HOLDER COVER DOOR SLOT COVER DOOR WINDOW COVER DOOR Voltage Change pecu S WARNING avoid injury or death unplug the line cord from the line voltage power source before continuing Please refer to Figure 1 Repeat steps 1 6 in Line Fuse Replacement instructions To change from 115 VAC to 230 VAC rotate the fuse holder block 180 Remove the two 3AG 0 5A time lag fuses and replace with two 3AG 0 25A time lag fuses Note Be sure to change fuses back to 3AG 0 34 time lag fuses when changing back to 115Y4C operation Replace fuse holder block and close the cover door The desired line voltage will be indicated in the cover door window Shutter Fuse Replacement Please refer to Figure 2 for VMM T1 front panel layout A medium flat bladed screwdriver or similar tool is needed to complete this procedure Power the unit OFF and disconnect the line cord from the line voltage power source Position the unit such that the front panel is facing you If necessary disconnect the shutter cable from the respective 7 pin SHUTTER connector on the rear panel VMM T1 User Manual 12 8 Using the screwdriver or similar insert the tool into the slot on the SHUTTER FUSE cap apply slight inward pressure and rotate the cap 1 8 turn counterclockwise The fuse cap will pop out slightly Remove the fuse cap and fuse Replace the fuse with a known good one Shutt
16. RIZATION PROCEDURE as defined below RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION PROCEDURE MANUFACTURER will only accept returned Products from customers that have obtained an RMA Return Material Authorization number from the MANUFACTURER The customer must also include an itemized statement of defect s The Product will then be evaluated per the MANUFACTURER S standard repair guidelines Any Product which has been returned to the MANUFACTURER but which is found to meet the applicable specifications and not defective in materials and workmanship shall be subject to the MANUFACTURER s standard evaluation charge The MANUFACTURER assumes no liability for customer returned material LIMIT OF LIABILITY The buyer s exclusive remedy and the limit of MANUFACTURER S liability for any loss whatsoever shall not exceed the purchase price paid by the buyer for the goods to which a claim is made MANUFACTURER does not give any implied warranties of merchantability fitness for a particular purpose or of any other nature in connection with the sale of any Products VMM T1 User Manual 3 THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY 3 GENERAL SAFETY SUMMARY ee eeee eese eese ense sene cene weke Hec HE HKH HK HEKA HEHE KH 5 Injury Preca tiots fee 3 Product Damage PrecauUt OIS 44j ke snreerseeeeeee nece bene bene bene POE ee ke ain AKA 5 Safety Te
17. TIMEOUT GOTO MENU ELSEIF A R OR A r THEN PRINT 1 CHR J 3 PRINT CONTROL RESET COMMAND SENT GOSUB TIMEOUT GOTO MENU ELSEIF A G OR A g THEN PRINT 1 CHR J 4 PRINT AUX OPEN COMMAND SENT GOSUB TIMEOUT GOTO MENU ELSEIF A LF OR A f THEN PRINT 1 CHR J 5 PRINT AUX CLOSE COMMAND SENT GOSUB TIMEOUT GOTO MENU ELSEIF A OR A q THEN K 0 PRINT PROGRAM TERMINATED ELSEIF A S OR A s THEN INPUT ENTER ADDRESS 0 7 or X B GOSUB ADDRESS GOTO MENU ELSE GOTO START END IF FORI 21 TO 100 NEXT CLS 0 RETURN IF B X OR B x THEN J 64 C X ELSEIF B 0 THEN VMM T1 User Manual 28 J 128 C 0 ELSEIF B 1 THEN J 144 C 1 ELSEIF 2 THEN J 160 Coe ELSEIF B 3 THEN J 176 C 3 ELSEIF B 4 THEN J 192 e 4 ELSEIF B 5 THEN J 208 C 5 ELSEIF B 6 THEN J 224 C 6 ELSEIF B 7 THEN J 240 char ELSE J 64 Coa END IF PRINT STARTING ASCII DECIMAL J GOSUB TIMEOUT CLS 0 RETURN VMM T1 User Manual 29 Shutter Frequency of Operation The repeat exposure specification as listed in this manual is specified at 35 ms This is an optimum value to ensure enough pulse energy to open any UNIBLITZ shutter However the VMM T1 is capable of operating each Vincent shutter to its maximum frequency with a slight sacrifice in shutter opening speed This is due to the drive
18. UnipLiTZ Shutter Systems 1 800 828 6972 THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT VincentAssociates User Manual VMM T1 Shutter Driver Timer 14 0020 Version 2 00 2013 THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT For information regarding applicable intellectual property please visit www uniblitz com patents Information in this publication supersedes that in all previously published material Due to our ongoing development program Vincent Associates reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications or designs at any time without incurring any obligation Version 2 00 2013 Vincent Associates a Division of VA Inc 803 Linden Ave Rochester NY 14625 Tel 585 385 5930 Fax 585 385 6004 UNIBLITZ is a registered trademark of VA Inc Printed in the U S A THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT Warranty LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY Products manufactured by VINCENT ASSOCIATES MANUFACTURER are warranted to meet published specifications and to be free of defects in materials and workmanship as defined in the specifications for 365 days one year WARRANTY PERIOD from the date of original shipment of the product DSS series shutters are additionally warranted to achieve two million cycles within the WARRANTY PERIOD as defined in the CYCLE WARRANTY CRITERION MANUFACTURER will at its own option within the WARRANTY PERIOD repair or replace without charge any listed item discovered to be defective excepting trans
19. all manufacturer supplied materials are present If a problem is found or a part or parts is missing please contact Vincent Associates immediately for problem resolution Do not attempt to connect the unit if defects or damage are noted until Vincent Associates has been contacted and the problem resolved After the initial inspection the unit is ready to use To properly install and power on the VMM T1 please follow the procedure below 1 Check for proper electrical connections Please note the label covering the AC input module It is there as a reminder to re configure the AC input module if the unit requires operation at 230VAC The VMM T1 is shipped with the proper fuses for 115 VAC operation installed two 3AG 0 5A time lag slo blo See Voltage Change instructions elsewhere in this manual AUTION This label must be removed prior to inserting the power cord into the AC input receptacle regardless of which AC voltage level is used Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in VMM T1 User Manual 10 THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT Remove the label before proceeding Check the line fuses to be sure they are the proper rating For 230 VAC operation change the two line fuses to two 3AG 0 25A time lag supplied See Line Fuse Replacement instructions elsewhere in this manual Be sure the AC module power switch is toggled to the 0 position and the line cord is NOT conn
20. an outline of the panel control functions and locations at the front and rear panels This also includes the location and function of the input output signals Operating Basics gives further details to the operational features of the controllers e Specifications are described for all input output levels as well as timing accuracy of the VMM T1 Shutter Driver Timer including other pertinent details and information required for the RS 232 interface e Jndex contains full index What follows is the complete operators manual for the UNIBLITZ VMM T1 Shutter Driver Timer Please read this manual completely before operating your unit Due to the construction of this unit we recommend that the unit be returned to the manufacturer for repair no user serviceable parts inside VMM T1 User Manual 8 THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT Getting Started Features Shutter Driver Timer replaces the T132 controller The contains nearly all of the features of the T132 plus some new features which enhance the unit s capability in even more demanding applications These new features include An addressable RS 232 input Eight units can be daisy chained together via the RS 232 input connector DB 9 female and the user can select an address for each unit at the rear panel through the use of the ADDRESS switch Switching capability on all BNC input jacks to provide either an active high or active low logic trigg
21. d cable with connections as enumerated in the INPUT SPECIFICATIONS to the unit s RS 232C interface Connect the Tx transmit from the host to the Rx receive on the control unit All other lines are not used except for the ground connection If the host contains a 25 Pin D Sub or 8 Pin Mini DIN check the computer s user manual to find the proper corresponding pin outs In most cases the corresponding 25 Pin D Sub pin out and MAC 8 Pin Mini DIN are as follows AORTA VMM IBM IBM VCM DB 9F DB 9M DB 25M Mini DIN 8F RJ45 Rx Receive Data 2 2 3 5 5 Tx Transmit Data 3 3 2 3 6 GND Signal Ground 5 5 7 4 4 General Pin Outs for 25 Pin D Sub and MAC 8 Pin Mini DIN All other pins not used Be sure to connect the Tx pin Pin 3 from the IBM 9 Pin D Sub or Pin 2 from the 25 Pin D Sub male connector to the Rx pin Pin 2 of the 9 pin D SUB female connector located on the rear panel for proper operation Connect all other functions by type as indicated above By sending the proper commands the unit will respond by activating the proper functions RS 232C Test Program listed elsewhere in this manual will allow operation of the VMM TI from the computer keyboard Activation of the EXPOSURE and DELAY times with a TRIGGER command through the RS 232C interface can be de activated as follows a RESET command from the control unit s front panel b Thro
22. e 10 Trigger 42 TRIGGER 22 29 TRIGGER INPUT 46 Trigger Caution 35 trigger command 17 18 22 trigger edge 21 trigger input 16 TRIGGER INPUT 21 22 26 27 41 TRIGGER INPUT BNC 22 trigger pulses 22 trigger signal 10 Trouble Shooting Tips 35 TTL 24 TTL active high 26 TTL active low 26 TTL HIGH 27 TTL LOW 27 Tx 29 Tx pin 29 user serviceable parts 15 Ventilation 6 Visual inspection 35 VMM T1 10 14 16 17 19 21 22 23 26 27 29 30 32 35 43 Voltage Change 11 12 VOLTAGE CHANGE 23 VS25 35 Warranty 3 WARRANTY 26 Weight 46 Wet Damp Conditions 5 white plastic protective ring 36 43
23. ected to the AC line Connect the supplied line cord to the rear panel AC module receptacle Be sure the cord is inserted completely into the AC module receptacle Connect the line cord to the AC line 7 Please Note The VMM TI power switch is located on the rear of the case Please be sure that it is readily accessible at all times when in use Power ON the unit by toggling the AC module power switch to the 1 position Power LED indicator will illuminate Line Fuse Replacement WARNING To avoid injury or death unplug the line cord from the line voltage power source before continuing A small flat bladed screwdriver or similar tool is needed to complete this procedure Please refer to Figure 1 BE SURE THE LINE CORD IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE LINE VOLTAGE POWER SOURCE DO NOT CONTINUE WITH THIS PROCEDURE WITHOUT REMOVING THE LINE CORD FROM THE 3 Unplug the line cord from the AC module receptacle of the mu so Position the VMM T1 unit so that the rear panel is facing Please refer to Figure 1 Using the small flat bladed screwdriver or similar tool insert the tool into the cover door slot gently pry open cover door Insert the tool into the fuse holder slot and gently pry out the fuse holder block Remove defective fuse s replace with new fuse s Replace fuse holder into housing Close the cover door User Manual 11 Figure 1 AC Input Module FUSE H
24. el SYNC ACTIVE LED illuminates when the synchronization sensor is active 12 PULSE INPUT BNC Allows control of the shutter exposure and frequency from a TTL signal source The pulse duration determines the shutter exposure interval b The frequency of the signal presented to this input determines the frequency of shutter exposures c This input can be set active high or active low by FUNCTION switch B See FUNCTION SELECT under GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS VMM T1 User Manual 21 Figure 3 Rear Panel Operator Controls and I O User Manual Operating Basics Please refer to the section describing the Initial Operation and Testing for initial preparation to put the into operation Function Switches There are 5 sub miniature slide switches located on the Rear Panel and labeled FUNCTION 1 Switches A D allow the user to select the active state of the four BNC inputs a When the switch actuators are in the DOWN position the corresponding BNC input will be TTL active low This indicates that a logic 0 0 volts will activate the selected input The switches must be in the active low position to activate the inputs from a remote activate cable such as the 710R handheld or the 710R F foot activated b Inthe UP position the selected BNC input will become TTL active high This indicates that logic 1 5 volts will activate the selected input 2 Switch E
25. er fuse is a 0 6A 5 x 20 mm time lag slo blo type Reverse the procedure to re install the fuse cap reconnect all cables and power the unit back up Initial Operation and Testing WARNING Be sure power switch is in the off position WARNING before connecting the power cord to line Attach line cord to the unit first before plugging into the AC power source is manually selectable to operate from 115 VAC 230 VAC 50 60Hz PLEASE BE SURE THAT THE UNIT IS PROPERLY SET UP FOR THE LINE VOLTAGE TO BE USED Refer to the Voltage Change section of this manual for further information and procedures Once the line cord has been attached to unit and connected to properly grounded wall receptacle the unit may be energized See Start Up section Insert the 7 pin male connector of shutter interconnect cable into 7 pin female receptacle at rear of unit labeled SHUTTER Connect the 7 pin female connector of the shutter interconnect cable to 7 pin male connector on shutter to be driven Place VMM T1 POWER switch to the ON 1 position the POWER LED will illuminate Place the N O N C switch into the N O position The shutter will open and remain open until the switch is returned to the N C position The DRIVER ACTIVE LED will illuminate when this switch is in the N O position All UNIBLITZ drivers provide the circuitry necessary to support shutters equipped with the Solid State Synchronization opti
26. er level An Auxiliary AUX output that is the DELAY timer output on a three pin terminal located on the rear panel This terminal also includes pins for 5 VDC and Ground A GATE INPUT which allows the user to select a single or multiple trigger signals from a stream of trigger signals An EXPOSURE PRESET EXP PRESET control which combines the functions of the NORM CONT switch of the previous Model T132 and an exposure counter The user can pre select a number of exposures per trigger signal from 1 to 99 By selecting the EXP PRESET to 00 the unit will re trigger continuously A user configurable AC input module This AC input module includes the AC power cord input receptacle power switch dual 3AG 0 5A time lag slo blo line fuses For 115 VAC operation line voltage change over fuse block and line filter Dual 3AG 0 25A time lag slo blo line fuses for 230 VAC operation are supplied VMM T1 User Manual 9 THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT Introduction The UNIBLITZ VMM T1 is capable of controlling all shutter types in the UNIBLITZ product line The incorporates two precise timers to control shutter exposure and delay intervals Each timer has a range from 0 1msec to 9999 seconds Four digit pushwheel switches provide exceptional resolution for use in a multitude of shutter applications ranging from holography to microscopy The VMM TI incorporates a state of the art shutter driver and relies on the user s input si
27. es Pulse Voltage 0 5 0 80 10 0 13 0 15 0 18 0 20 0 23 0 25 0 28 0 30 0 35 0 40 0 45 0 50 0 55 0 60 0 65 0 Exposure Time msec Figure 6 Pulse Voltage vs Exposure Time Pulse Voltage vs Frequency at Select Exposure Time 70 0 60 0 50 0 Pulse Voltage wo 20 0 10 0 0 0 0 50 80 100 13 3 150 172 200 220 25 0 300 350 400 450 500 55 0 600 650 700 Figure 7 Pulse Voltage vs Frequency VMM TI User Manual 31 Dimensions The overall dimensions of the are shown in Figure 8 Figure 8 Overall VMM T1 Dimensions Maintenance Proper care and maintenance of the unit should be taken as with any electronic instrument With the exception of line and shutter fuse replacement there are no user serviceable parts outside or inside of the There is no service to be performed by the user other than exterior inspection for visible damage of the case and line cord and exterior cleaning The only user service that can be performed is Fuse Replacement or Line Voltage Change procedures Although the stability of the drive voltage is checked and calibrated prior to shipment it may become necessary to make some minor adjustments to the operating systems of the over time It is highly recommended that if a problem is suspected that the unit be returned to
28. gnal to determine exposure and frequency Another feature of the VMM T1 is the PRE or POST exposure delay The PRE POST toggle switch allows the user to actuate the shutter immediately upon receipt of a trigger signal or delay the EXPOSURE for a predetermined period The period of the DELAY interval is determined from the front panel DELAY TIME SELECT The DELAY signal is provided to the AUX output terminal located at the rear panel In addition to the PRE POST DELAY the can re trigger itself continuously to provide low level chopper control By selecting the EXP PRESET pushwheel switch to 00 the DELAY interval control acts as the recycle interval to determine the exposure frequency unit will run continuously until reset By selecting any value between 01 and 99 the shutter will trigger for the number of exposures selected The 1 contains an addressable RS 232C input By using the Model 910RSDC daisy chain cable multiple controllers can be connected and controlled Eight separate addresses are available which allows up to eight units to be individually controlled by a single computer serial port The patented driver design of the VMM T1 allows the controller to operate all shutter types in the UNIBLITZ product line A Model 710C 7 pin female to 7 pin male 3 meter length shutter interconnect cable is also included with each unit Start Up After unpacking the unit inspect for any obvious defects and that
29. ide the case Cleaning Procedure Interior Do not attempt to open the case of the VMM T1 under any circumstances There are no user serviceable parts inside the case VMM T1 User Manual 33 Specifications System Characteristics O Name Description e 0 1 msec 100 uS to 9999 sec 2 8 hrs in five decade ranges Variable within each decade with 4 digit pushwheel switches Exposure Interval 0 1 msec 100 uS to 9999 Sec 2 8 hrs in five decade ranges Variable within each decade with 4 digit pushwheel switches 01 to 99 exposures variable or continuous 00 selectable with EXP PRESET 2 digit pushwheel switches 35 msec minimum between exposures 100 msec minimum for 35 mm and larger aperture Repeat Exposure shutters Exposure and Delay 0 5 all ranges crystal time base Maximum 20 uS propagation delay from application of trigger to pulse applied to driver Typical 5 7 uS delay Continuously variable frequency of exposures from DC to the shutter s maximum rate Maximum peak pulse power 400 W Shutter Drive Pulse voltage 70 VDC Pulse current 5 7 A test conditions VS35 shutter standard 5 Volt 12 ohm coil cycled with 20 ms exposure at 5 Hz VMM TI User Manual 34 External Input Characteristics ______ Description ______ Input impedance 50K ohms Source current 100 pA Active low or active high selectable with FUNCTION slide switch A TRIGGER INPUT BNC Minimum pulse wid
30. l Slide switches A B C and D allow selection of active low or active high states for the four FUNCTION Select BNC inputs and outputs Slide switch E allows the selection of additional pulse energy for 35 mm and larger shutters These 5 switches are banked together Rear panel VMM T1 User Manual 38 THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT Name ______ Position Function Slide Switch Lower Upper TRIGGER INPUT A active low active high PULSE INPUT B RESET INPUT C active low active high D E active low active high GATE INPUT PULSE ENERGY active low active high 25mm amp smaller 35mm amp larger Power Requirements 115 VAC 5 60 Hz or 230 VAC 5 50 Hz 60 watts Selected manually by rotating the fuse holder of the AC power entry module See Voltage Change instructions Fuse Requirements Two 0 5 Amp T slow blow 3AG for 115 VAC line Two 0 25 Amp T slow blow 3AG for 230 VAC line One 0 6 Amp T slow blow 5 x 20 mm for Shutter actuator coil See LINE FUSE REPLACEMENT instructions for AC power fuse change Operating Temperature e 5 C to 40 C 41 F to 104 F __ U O Storage Temperature e 20 C to 55 C 4 F to 1317 F __ nh Size HWD e 2 638 x 5 354 x 8 186 67 0 x 136 0 x 207 9 mm pO e 3 50 Ibs 1 59 kg _ MM Relative Humidity e 80 at 31 C 88 F ambient decreasing linearly to 50 at 40 C 104 F
31. mand will not clear the RS 232C output and the shutter will not close A CLOSE command must be sent to allow the shutter to close If it is desired close the shutter or return it to the state set by the N O N C switch with a RESET command or by the RESET switch the shutter must be opened with a trigger command 15 DELAY MULTIPLIER switch A 5 position rotary switch Clockwise rotation increases the magnitude of the DELAY interval by a factor of 10 VMM T1 User Manual 16 Q 123135 3MWIL f 3 112 13538 INAS T E T T p 3 112 3190112 Sai PSE VZIISNO MERGE 4 d Figure 2 VMM T1 Front Panel Operator Controls 17 VMM T1 User Manual VMM T1 User Manual Notes 18 VMM T1 Rear Panel Operator Controls Please refer to Figure 3 1 ADDRESS SELECT switch Rotation of the 8 position octal rotary switch selects the active RS 232C address of the unit See ADDRESS SELECT under GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS PULSE OUTPUT BNC a Active low output b The duration of this pulse is equal to the duration of the shutter exposure pulse c This output can be used to daisy chain VMM T1 units together d
32. on Simply plug the shutter interconnect cable into the driver If the shutter is equipped with the Solid State Synchronization option the green LED labeled SYNC ACTIVE will illuminate when the shutter is in the open position In addition the SYNC Output BNC will change to the active state when the shutter is open The absence of the solid state synchronization option will inhibit the operation of the SYNC output and SYNC ACTIVE LED The remainder of the systems will not be affected See specifications and operator controls for additional operational information concerning other features of the VMM T1 Should the shutter and or controller not respond as described previously be sure line cord is installed into the receptacle and connections to the shutter are properly made Note that the shutter output is also fused The fuse is located on the front panel and is a 0 6A 5 x 20 mm VMM T1 User Manual 13 time lag Check this fuse for failure Please refer to the SHUTTER FUSE REPLACEMENT section of this manual 10 Be advised a visual inspection of a fuse is usually NOT an adequate test to determine if a fuse has failed Use a DMM Digital Multi Meter or equivalent test device to determine fuse continuity CAUTION Turn off the unit and remove the plug from the AC source before checking for blown fuses 11 Additionally please note that particular shutter units respond to different minimum pulse widths For example a standard VS25
33. portation charges Burned out or otherwise damaged actuator coils are not covered under this warranty Any defective product returned to the MANUFACTURER must follow the RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION PROCEDURE as defined below This warranty does not extend to cover damage resulting from alteration misuse negligence abuse normal wear and tear or accident The MANUFACTURER will consider the return of unused equipment if returned within 30 days from the original date of shipment subject to a 2096 restocking charge This offer does not apply to used or damaged equipment This warranty extends only to the original purchase and is not available to any third party including any purchaser assemblies or other Products of which the goods may become component equipment CYCLE WARRANTY CRITERION One cycle is considered one open and one closure of the shutter DSS Shutter must be operated with the EDI2DSS driver or equivalent H Bridge type shutter driver circuit at 10 7VDC across the actuator coil for the specified duration DSS Shutter must be operated within the defined environmental electrical and mechanical specifications as listed on the device s data sheet After one year WARRANTY PERIOD the cycle warranty is null and void If returned the device must be accompanied by a written statement indicating the approximate number of cycles contained on the device include all parameters to which the shutter was operated and follow the RETURN MATERIAL AUTHO
34. rams not listed are available by contacting Vincent Associates at our web site www uniblitz com via e mail vincentassociates uniblitz com or calling 800 828 6972 Other programs may be available please contact technical support for further information REM PROGRAM TO SEND COMMAND PULSES RS232C INTERFACE AND VMM T1 REM WRITTEN BY STEVE PASQUARELLA VINCENT ASSOCIATES REM LAST REVISION 7 29 99 BY RICHARD ST LOUIS REM COMPUTER LANGUAGE USED Microsoft Quick Basic ver 4 0 CLS 0 1 WHILE K OPEN COM1 9600 N 8 1 CS0 DSO FOR RANDOM AS 1 J 64 C X MENU PRINT PRINT PRINT PRINT WAITING FOR KEYSTROKE COMMAND PRINT TYPE PRINT VMM T1 PRINT PRINT Shutter PRINT C CLOSE Shutter PRINT TRIGGER Control PRINT R RESET Control PRINT OPEN Aux Out PRINT F CLOSE Aux Out j PRINT PRINT 5 5 Octal Switch Address PRINT Current Starting Decimal J PRINT Current Octal Address Value C PRINT PRINT Q QUIT Program PRINT PRINT START A INKEY IF A O OR A o THEN PRINT 1 CHR J PRINT SHUTTER OPEN COMMAND SENT VMM T1 User Manual 27 WEND END TIMEOUT ADDRESS GOSUB TIMEOUT GOTO MENU ELSEIF A C OR A c THEN PRINT 1 CHR J 1 PRINT SHUTTER CLOSE COMMAND SENT GOSUB TIMEOUT GOTO MENU ELSEIF A T OR A t THEN PRINT 1 CHR J 2 PRINT CONTROL TRIGGER COMMAND SENT GOSUB
35. rms and Symbols Hek k HL POR Keda r ke NE Ku VE V we KEW V H HE Ve VE Ho U 7 E 8 9 jc e 9 lipid m 10 Start D si siy 10 Line Fuse Replacemenmt s r yeo 11 Voltage Change mc k da k s ka dasa e KE eze kan s dan W V k e o oos 12 Shutter Fuse Replace menmt ere e e caye 12 Initial Operation and Testing uhnhe ene en neee neee rese kese 13 OPERATOR CONTROLS 555555556655 une U k n WAN KHE ENA H S RA QUE 15 VMM T1 Front Panel Operator Controls 15 VMM T1 Rear Panel Operator Controls 19 OPERA TING BASICS m 23 Functi n Switches assis 23 eic e k ee as e RSe 090040 s c Wa We e ARK se a ev h n e esa za A RS 23 RS 237C O Dera tIOI Rs ek WE VE WE We We RA V a e cew k We EWE We WO AVEK 25 RS 232C Test PFO GT ATE 8 0040 RIA E Ve DDR ELE 27 Shutter Frequency of Operat on
36. safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it To avoid potential hazards use the product only as specified Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures Injury Precautions e Use proper Power Cord To avoid fire hazard and risk of personal injury use only the power cord supplied with this product e Avoid Electric Overload To avoid electrical shock or fire hazard do not apply a voltage to a terminal that is outside the range specified for that terminal e Avoid Electric Shock To avoid injury or loss of life do not connect or disconnect line cord while it is connected to the line voltage Ground the Product This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord To avoid electrical shock the grounding connector must be connected to earth ground Before making connections to the input or output terminals of the product ensure that the product is properly grounded DO NOT DEFEAT THE GROUND CONNECTION ON THE SUPPLIED LINE CORD e Access to On Off Switch Due to the location of the unit s On Off switch on the rear panel do not position the unit such that the On Off switch is difficult to access and operate while installed and in use e Do Not Operate Without Covers To avoid electric shock or fire hazard do not operate this product with case or panels removed e Use Proper Fuse To avoid fire hazard use only the fuse t
37. set for an exposure pulse width less than 6 msec the shutter may not open fully If the unit still does not operate properly when using the proper pulse width please contact Vincent Associates immediately Please note that if a Vincent Model 910RS RS 232C interface cable is not being used a standard RS 232C cable will not work with these controls A NULL MODEM type interface cable must be used in this situation When operating shutters with apertures larger than 25 mm please be sure that the FUNCTION slide switch E is set to the upper position Failure to make this change may result in incomplete shutter opening and causing immediate shutter close resulting in probable loss of capture When operating shutters with a 25 mm aperture or smaller please be sure that the FUNCTION slide switch E is set to the lower position Failure to observe this setting is likely to cause damage to the shutter thereby voiding the shutter warranty The shutter may be shipped with a small circular white plastic protective ring around the male connector contacts This ring protects the male connector s contacts during shipping It is held on by friction and must be removed prior to attaching the female end of the Model 710C cable to the shutter This ring can be removed by gently pulling up off the top of the connector No tools are required VMM T1 User Manual 30 Pulse Voltage Graphs Pulse Voltage vs Exposure Time at Select Frequenci
38. th required to ensure triggering Rear Panel 100 uS TTL compatible Minimum high level 2 0 VDC Maximum low level 0 8 VDC Sink current 1 0 pA Input impedance 50K ohms Source current 100 pA Active low or active high selectable with FUNCTION slide switch C Minimum pulse width required to ensure reset 100 us TTL compatible Minimum high level 2 0 VDC Maximum low level 0 8 VDC Sink current 1 0 Input impedance 50K ohms Source current 100 Active low or active high selectable with FUNCTION slide switch D Minimum pulse width determined by period of signal GATE INPUT BNC applied to TRIGGER Input Rear Panel Maximum pulse width determined by multiple of TRIGGER signal period TTL compatible Minimum high level 2 0 VDC Maximum low level 0 8 VDC Sink current 1 0 RESET INPUT BNC Rear Panel VMM T1 User Manual 35 ______ Description 0 Input impedance 50K ohms Source current 100 pA Active low or active high selectable with FUNCTION slide switch B PULSE INPUT BNC Minimum pulse width determined by applicable shutter Maximum pulse width unlimited TTL compatible Minimum high level 2 0 VDC Maximum low level 0 8 VDC Sink current 1 0 Null Modem type input Baud rate 9600 8 Data bits 1 Stop bit No parity Command transmission time 0 94 msec 4 commands available 1 global address location for commands 8 local address locations for commands see A
39. trigger period will allow one trigger signal from the trigger stream to be enabled See Figure 4A If a single TTL HIGH pulse arrives at the GATE INPUT and is equal to twice the trigger period two trigger signals from the trigger stream will be enabled See Figure 4B Therefore the number of trigger pulses input or GATE INPUT duration is equal to the trigger period times the number of exposures desired Please note The VMM TI TRIGGER INPUT triggers the internal timers The EXP PRESET will determine the number of cycles which is the combination of EXPOSURE and DELAY time TRIGGER PERIOD TRIGGER SIGNAL STREAM ACTIVE LOW HIGH GATE EQUAL TO TRIGGER PERIOD PULSE GATE SIGNAL ACTIVE HIGH face HIGH PULSE WIDTH 1 LOW GATE PULSE SINGLE PULSE ALLOWED TO A TRIGGER TRIGGER UNIT PULSE TRIGGER PERIOD Bi TRIGGER SIGNAL STREAM ACTIVE LOW HIGH GATE ACTIVE HIGH PULSE WIDTH PULSE EQUAL TO 2X TRIGGER PERIOD GATE SIGNAL ACTIVE HIGH LOW GATE PULSE TWO PULSES 2 TRIGGER ALLOWED TO PULSES TRIGGER UNIT B Figure 4A amp 4B Gate Input Timing Diagram User Manual 24 RS 232C Operation The inputs be controlled via an RS 232C computer serial signal COM port From the computer s RS 232C serial port connect a cable such as the Model 910RS not supplied the 910RSDC not supplied a null modem cable or a user constructe
40. ugh the RESET INPUT BNC on the rear panel c Reset command through the RS 232C When an open command is sent to the YMM TI controller a RESET command will not close the shutter The shutter must be closed with CLOSE command The VMM T1 controller trigger command from the RS 232C is utilized to trigger the built in timers VMM T1 User Manual 25 Up to eight VMM T1 controllers can be daisy chained together connected through the same serial port using the 910RSDC cable One cable is required for each controller in the chain Figure 5 illustrates connecting two controllers from a single serial port Once connected each unit will require a unique address in the chain This is accomplished by adjusting the octal switch beneath the 9 pin D SUB connector on the rear panel to the desired command range See ADDRESS SELECT under GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS in the SPECIFICATIONS section for a complete listing of the command range for each octal switch position The specific command range set will decode commands sent via the serial port A set of ALL commands is also available to simultaneously control all units connected to the serial port Address Select Switch TO NEXT CONTROLLER Zan Figure 5 VMM T1 Daisy Chain Cable Configuration VMM T1 User Manual 26 RS 232C Test Program The following is a test program written to test the input commands to the RS 232 interface of the VMM T1 controller This program and LabView prog
41. up to per trigger input A setting of 00 allows the unit to run continuously until reset In the 00 or continuous setting the time between exposures is determined by the DELAY time interval SYNC ACTIVE Indicator Green LED indicates the status of the Solid State Synchronization system LED is illuminated when the shutter s electronic SYNC sensor is active This LED functions only if the shutter used is equipped with the Solid State Synchronization system DRIVER ACTIVE Indicator Red LED indicates when the internal shutter driver circuit input has an active signal present ACTUATE Switch Depressing this momentary pushbutton switch triggers the VMM T1 EXPOSURE and DELAY timers from the front panel RESET Switch A momentary pushbutton switch that inhibits all functions of the unit Depress this switch to reset both the EXPOSURE and DELAY timers and return all outputs to their original state Shutter state will be returned to the status set by the N O N C switch VMM T1 User Manual 15 Please note ifan OPEN command is sent to the RS 232C input a RESET command will not clear the RS 232C output and the shutter will not close A CLOSE command must be sent to allow the shutter to close If it is desired to have the shutter close with a RESET command or the RESET switch the shutter must be opened with a TRIGGER command In this case the shutter will either close upon reset or return to the state as set by the N O N C switch
42. use in remote switching and or control circuits 7g i i h_ hh _tT t dxzx _ lt GND AUX Pin 2 e VDC ground reference provided for AUX Rear Panel output pins located on rear panel General Characteristics ________ Ci scription VMM T1 User Manual 37 POWER Indicator e Red 3mm LED indicates when unit is powered Front Panel DRIVER ACTIVE Indicator e Red 3mm LED indicates when the shutter Front Panel driver circuit is active LED will illuminate with or without the load of a shutter s actuator coil SYNC ACTIVE Indicator e Green 3mm LED indicates when a shutter s Front Panel Electronic Synchronization SYNC circuit is active SYNC OUTPUT will be low when this LED is on Indicator will only operate if the shutter used is equipped with the solid state sync sensor dC ELEME ER EXPOSURE Indicator e Green 3mm LED indicates when EXPOSURE Front Panel time base is active DN ot ee DELAY Indicator e Green 3mm LED indicates when DELAY time Front Panel base is active ADDRESS Select Allows selection of individual local address Octal Rotary Switch locations of commands sent by a PCs serial port ADDRESS Switch Positions x don t care or global RS232 Commands 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 128 144 160 176 192 208 224 240 Decimal Close 129 145 161 177 193 209 225 241 Decimal Trigger 130 146 162 178 194 210 226 242 Decimal Reset 131 147 211 227 243 Decima
43. ype and rating specified for this product e Do Not operate in Wet Damp Conditions To avoid electric shock do not operate this product in wet or damp conditions e Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere To avoid injury or fire hazard do not operate this product in an explosive atmosphere Product Damage Precautions e Use Proper Power Source Do not operate this product from a power source that applies more than the voltage specified VMM T1 User Manual 5 e Provide Proper Ventilation To prevent product overheating provide proper ventilation e Do Not Operate with Suspected Failures If you suspect there is damage to this product have it inspected by qualified service personnel VMM T1 User Manual 6 THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT Safety Terms and Symbols These terms appear in this manual Warning statements identify conditions or practices that WARNING could result in injury or loss of life CAUTION Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property VMM T1 User Manual THIS IS A DISCONTINUED PRODUCT Preface This Manual provides information for the Shutter Driver Timer The manual contains the following chapters Getting Started contains a brief product description information needed to power on the driver and a brief procedure to verify that it functions Operator Controls provide
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