MCD CONTROLLER
C7557
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
HAMAMATSU
HAMAMATSU PHOTONICS K.K.
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Contents
Contents
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SAFETY AND PREPARATION FOR USE
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Chapter 1 Hardware --------------------------------------------------- 5
General
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Standard Configuration
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Installation
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System Outline
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Nomenclature --------------------------------------------------- 11
Connection
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Operation
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Timing Chart --------------------------------------------------- 15
Specifications --------------------------------------------------- 20
Outward Appearance ---------------------------------------- 25
Chapter 2 Software Library
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Software Development ---------------------------------------- 27
Initialization --------------------------------------------------- 28
Installation
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Checking Connected Devices ------------------------------ 30
MCD Selection --------------------------------------------------- 31
Amp Gain Control
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A/D Converter Control
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Trigger Mode Control ---------------------------------------- 34
Delay Time of External Start Control ------------------- 35
Trigger Polarity Control
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PULSE OUT Control ---------------------------------------- 37
Delay Time of PULSE OUT Control
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Pulse Width of PULSE OUT Control ------------------- 39
Polarity of PULSE OUT Control
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Sensor Type Control
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Number of Pixels Control
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Number of Summing Pixels Control
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Mode Control --------------------------------------------------- 44
Exposure Time Control
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Temperature Control ---------------------------------------- 46
Peltier Power Control ---------------------------------------- 47
Temperature Monitor ---------------------------------------- 48
Measurement and Reading Data
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SAFETY AND PREPARATION FOR USE
CAUTION
This instrument may be damaged if it is operated with the LINE VOLTAGE
SELECTION set for the wrong AC line voltage or if the wrong fuse is installed.
LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION
The C7557 is designed with an auto ranging power supply that will operate from an
input power source of 50/60Hz,100-240V AC. It is fused at one point. It is rated at
2.5Amps. The fuse is located in the AC power entry module just below the power
cord connection point on the rear panel. This fuse may be inspected by removing the
power cord from the back plate and then pulling out the small plastic drawer
located immediately below. The drawer should be carefully pried from its indent at
the center using a tool such as a small blade screwdriver. The operating fuse is
located just to its rear.
If the main fuse is open, the Power LED of front panel will not come on when the
switch is in the ON position. If the main fuse is intact, the light will come on when
the switch is in the ON position.
LINE CODE
The C7557 uses a three wire power cord for connection to the power source and to a
protective ground. The exposed metal parts of the instrument are connected to the
outlet ground: to protect against electrical shock, always use an outlet which has a
properly connected product ground. To avoid shock or injury do not remove product
covers or panels. Do not operate the product without all covers and panels in place.
CONNECTION TO OTHER INSTRUMENTS
All rear panel BNC shields are connected to the chassis ground and to the power
outlet ground via the power cord. Do not apply any voltage to either the shields or
to the outputs. The outputs are not protected against connection to any potential
other than ground.
LOCATION
The C7557 is made some holes in the cover to radiate heat. This instrument may be
damaged if it does not radiate heat enough. To avoid blocking the holes, do not locate
any other instruments near by.
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CLEANING
The C7557 does not need to cleaning.
INSTALLATION LOCATION
To ensure the proper operation of the system, avoid installing it in the following
locations:
(1)
in areas near strong electric and/or magnetic field sources
(2)
in areas at ambient temperatures below 0 or above 40
(3)
in areas subject to large changes in temperature
(4)
in areas with high humidity(more than 80%) or damp environments
(5)
in areas subject to vibration
(6)
in areas with high-density corrosive gases(chlorine, fluorine, etc.)
(7)
in areas with excessively dusty environments
(8)
in areas exposed to direct sunlight
(9)
in areas higher than 2,000 meters above see level
SYMBOLS
The C7557 is marked the symbols below.
"COUTION". To avoid shock or injury, see the instruction manual.
ON ( POWER SWITCH )
OFF ( POWER SWITCH )
Alternating Current
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