Checkline AS4000 - Manual (Page 2)

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1.0 I NTRODUCTION
The AS4020, AS4060 and AS4200 Series Machine Vision Strobes provide short
duration high intensity light pulses for industrial vision applications. The three
models are identical, excluding the AS4200 which provides higher flash repetition
rate at a lower output energy level than the AS4020 and AS4060. Refer to
Specifications for details.
The AS4000 Series unit comes complete with an input power cable and connector,
and an AS type Xenon Flashlamp. Each unit uses a NEMA Type 13 enclosure.
Light output is focused on a port configured to accept a fiber-optic cable. This
allows light transmission to an area remote from the instrument. When coupled to a
CCS/CID camera, the AS4000 Series strobe freezes motion, eliminating blur from
the camera image and enhancing image quality
The AS4000 Series can be used for a variety of industrial robotics production
applications including.
Sorting Color Differentiation Part Recognition
Counting Contaminant Detection Motion Sensing
Label Reading Component Orientation Edge Detection
Motion Sensing Package Integrity Verification Web Printing Inspection
A TTL input pulse from a camera unit is used to initiate the AS4000 Series flash
Operational power requirements are 115VAC or 230VAC, 50/60 Hz single phase
power with a ground. Standard production units are factory set to either 115 VAC
or 230 VAC.
1.1 Unpacking
The AS4000 Series strobe is shipped completely assembled in one container.
Retain a and store all packing material for use during reshipment or return to
the factory.
Examine the package for signs of damage or mishandling. Contact the carrier
immediately if there are any signs of damage. DO NOT proceed with installa-
tion if there are any signs of damage or mishandling.
The Xenon Flashlamp is a high-pressure gas-filled device.
Wear safety glasses during handling
The Xenon Flashlamp is particularly vulnerable to rough treatment during
shipping. After removing the AS4000 Series unit from the shipping container,
raise the cover of the unit and observe the flashlamp mounted inside. Damage
to the flashlamp should be immediately apparent.
1.2 Repacking and Storage
The AS4000 Series strobe needs to be placed in its original packaging for
long periods of storage, when shipped to another location or returned to the
factory for repair. If the original packing material is not available, the unit
should be packaged in a container with sufficient protective material to ensure
that the unit cannot move within the package and is protected from damage.
Store in a dry area at a temperature of –10 °F to 194 °F (–40 °C to 90 °C).
WARNING
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8.0 A PPENDIX A: M ODIFICATION F OR 230 VAC O PERATION
The 230VAC version of the AS4000 Series
strobe is available direct from the factory,
so that user modification should not be
required. However, in the event that
conversion from 115VAC to 230VAC
becomes necessary in the field, the user
may perform the following:
Cut or Remove the jumper J1 in the
upper left-hand comer of the AS3907
printed circuit board. Cutting J1 converts
the system for 230VAC operation.
If a reverse conversion (230VAC to 115VAC) becomes necessary, return the unit to
the factory. An attempt by the user to replace J1 will void the warranty and may
result in damage to the unit.