Andor Technology iVac 316 User manual

Installing Software (Solis or SDK)
You must have administrator access on your PC to perform this installation.
The same instructions cover the installation procedure for Andor’s Solis or SDK software, which is used in
conjunction with third party software. If you are planning to run your camera through a third party interface you will
require the Andor Drivers, called SDK.
Switch on the PC, insert CD and run the Solis (or SDK) setup .exe le on the CD or
download location.
• Conrm the version of software.
• Follow the on screen prompts.
• Select the installation directory when prompted.
• If prompted, select the appropriate camera model from the list e.g. iVac.
• On the nal window click on “Install”. During the installation a number of
other windows will appear as various drivers are installed.
• To complete the installation, when prompted select “Yes, restart the
computer now” and click on the nish button.
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Unpacking the Boxes
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Handle the camera and accessories with care.
The iVac weighs 1.4 kg [3 lb 13 oz].
Observe anti-static precautions when
installing the camera.
Ensure 90 mm clearance around camera
and power supply vents (Do not block
vents when operating on benchtop).
Operation of the camera close to intense
pulsed sources (e.g. plasma and X-ray
sources) may compromise performance.
Keep dry, <70% humidity non-condensing.
Use correct power supply and cables.
Store between -25°C and 50°C.
Operate between 0°C and 40°C.
Power Supply
Country Specic
Power Cord
USB Cable
(3 m)
*Accessories and documentation supplied with your iVac will be as ordered and may vary from
the options shown above.
BNC-SMA Trigger
Cable (2 m)
Preparing Your Facility
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Refer to the user manual for further information.
Software /
Driver DVD(s)
Product Manuals
on CD
Camera Accessories*
Please turn over
iVac Camera
(316 BI CCD
or
324 FI CCD model)
Hex Keys (x2)
Performance
Sheet
Quick Start
Guide
iVac (316 & 324) Quick Start Guide

Troubleshooting
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1. Insert the power cable from the power supply into the power
connector at the rear of the camera. Secure in position using
the screwlock.
2. Insert the mains cable into the camera power supply unit.
3. Connect the USB cable to the camera and an available USB
port on the PC.
Note: the PC is connected to both the spectrograph and the
camera by USB connections.
4. Ensure the camera and spectrograph cable connections have
been made as outlined in Section 4.
5. Switch on the spectrograph.
6. Switch on the camera.
7. Start your software.
8. View and adjust the acquisition settings as required.
9. Start acquiring data.
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Camera is not recognized by PC
• Check that the camera power and USB cable are connected securely and the mains power cable is inserted.
• Ensure the spectrograph is powered up before the camera is powered up.
• Check that the drivers have been installed properly
(Control Panel – System – Hardware – Device Manager – Imaging Devices).
Connecting your Camera to the PC and Switching it on
Ensure the mains power cable is not connnected before attaching the PSU
to the camera.
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Attach the iVac to the Spectrograph
1. Carefully remove the protective lm from the
front face of the camera.
2. Remove the blanking plate from the
spectrograph mounting plate.
3. Align the camera to the mounting plate of
the spectrograph as shown below.
4. Secure the camera to the spectrograph as
shown below, using the 4 screws provided.
Refer also to your Spectrograph User Guide
iVac Rear Panel ConnectionsAttaching the iVac to a Spectrograph
Connect the cables between the iVac and
the spectrograph
The spectrograph shutter can be controlled
through the SMA connection.
1. Connect the SMA to BNC cable to the
camera shutter connection.
2. Connect the other end of the SMA to BNC
cable to the spectrograph shutter BNC
connection.
Align the Camera
with the spectrograph
mounting plate
Secure the
camera using
the 4 screws
For additional troubleshooting information please refer to the user manual
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If you bought an Andor spectrograph with your iVac it should come ready to use, but occasionally the mounting ange
can become misaligned during shipping. If this has occurred, refer to the camera alignment section in the spectrograph
manual.
Aligning your Camera to a Spectrograph
Refer also to your Spectrograph User Guide
Connecting your Camera to a Spectrograph
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If you want to attach your iVac camera to a spectrograph other than one ordered with your camera, refer to the manual
supplied with the product for further information on alignment and focusing.