Monarch Instrument MVS 230 - Manual (Page 2)

Machine Vision Strobe
The MV Strobe is an AC powered stroboscope that requires an
external trigger signal to operate. The strobe is designed for
continuous operation and has a fan for forced air cooling. DO
NOT BLOCK THE FAN OR THE INLETS AROUND THE EDGES OF
THE FRONT LENS. There is a 1/4-20 bushing at the bottom of the
housing to easily mount the unit. The unit MUST NOT be
mounted with the reflector facing vertically up as heat from the
lamp may damage the lens. The focus can be adjusted by
loosening the four screws at the top and bottom of the housing
and adjusting the reflector forward or backward to suit. Ensure
that the lamp is centered in the reflector. Do not allow the
reflector to touch the lamp as this will cause misfiring. CAUTION
- the product may be hot.
There is an LED on the rear panel which indicates power on
(green) or high temp condition (amber) which will inhibit the
strobe from flashing.
There is a trimmer alongside the led which can be used to adjust
the flash pulse width from around 25 to 100 usec depending on
the application. Clockwise is wider.
The strobe provides an auxiliary 5V output (75mA max) to power
external sensors or controllers
The signal connection is via an industrial DIN connector socket - connections are shown below:
1 +5V Out to power external device (Max 75mA)
2 Signal Input. 3 to 12V positive going pulse at least 10usec wide
3 Common
4 No Connection
Din Connector
Replacing the Lamp - ENSURE THAT THE UNIT IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY. THERE ARE LETHAL VOLTAGES
INSIDE THE UNIT. ALLOW THE UNIT TO COOLD DOWN IF IT IS HOT.
To replace the lamp remove the four adjusting screws used to focus the lamp and pull the reflector assembly out of the unit.
Use a soft cloth to handle the flash tubes. Remove the old tube and replace with the new tube. DO NOTE HANDLE THE TUBE
WITH BARE FINGERS - use a lint free cloth. Note the orientation. Ensure the flash tube is firmly seated and replace the reflector
assembly. Ensure the lamp is centered in the reflector opening.
SPECIFICATIONS:
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Operating Temperature 32 - 104°F [0 - 40 °C] ambient. NOTE: Safety thermal feature will shutdown unit (stops
flashing) in the event of internal overheating - indicated by red power led.
 Humidity Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperature up to 88 °F [31 °C] decreasing linearly to 50% relative
humidity at 104 °F [40 °C]
 Trigger to Flash Delay 5 µsec typical
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Adjustable Flash Duration 25 to 100 usec typically
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Input Power AC powered: 115 Vac OR 230 Vac, 45VA - Factory configured
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Light Output Average Power: 20 Watts
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Instantaneous Power (per flash): 450mJoule to 4000 FPM
 Max Flash rate: Configuration Dependent - typically 10,000 FPM
 Run Time Continuous within temperature limitations. Vents and Fan must not be restricted. Do not run with light
source facing directly up.
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Dimensions: 6.0 x 4.25 x 5.0 inches (L x W x H). Weight - 1.6 lbs