CoolLED pE-6501 User manual
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User Manual
pE-6501
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ............................................................................................................3
2. Safety Precautions ..................................................................................................3
3. Getting Started –System Components...................................................................4
4. Installation and Setup .............................................................................................4
5. Routine Care and Maintenance ..............................................................................8
6. Product Specifications.............................................................................................8
7. Product Options and Order Codes..........................................................................9
8. Warranty and Repairs .............................................................................................9
9. Compliance .............................................................................................................9
10. Contact Details..................................................................................................... 10
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1. Introduction
The pE-6501 has been designed to allow control of an Illumination System
from the USB of a PC to the TTL ports of a Light Source.
The pE-6501 utilizes the National Instruments USB-6501. The pE-6501 will
therefore function in all software packages which the USB-6501 has been
integrated into.
The pE-6501 allows CoolLED Illumination Systems to be controlled in third
party software packages, which are yet to fully integrate certain products.
In addition to the increased integration, the pE-6501 allow Illumination
Systems to be triggered at a higher frequency than is possible with direct
USB control.
This User Manual should provide all the information required to setup the
pE-6501.
Additional information may be found on our website at www.coolled.com.
2. Safety Precautions
The pE-6501 does not pose any real safety risks itself, however as it is
designed to be used with CoolLED’s range of high intensity light sources the
appropriate precautions should be taken.
2.1.
When installing the pE-6501, never switch on the Light Source until it has
been securely fitted to the microscope. By following this basic safety rule,
protection from the collimated light beam will be provided by the
microscope itself, minimising risk of injury and damage.
2.2.
The pE-6501 should never be operated with the external covers removed, as
this will result in the safety of the unit being impaired.
2.3.
To clean the exterior of the pE-6501, use a slightly dampened cloth with a
simple water/detergent solution only.
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3. Getting Started –System Components
The CoolLED pE-6501 is supplied with the following components:
pE-6501.
5-way BNC to BNC cable.
A USB cable (not pictured).
A USB stick with Product User Manuals (not pictured).
If any components are missing or appear damaged, please contact CoolLED
immediately.
4. Installation and Setup
4.1.
Carefully unpack the components from the shipping cartons.
4.2.
The pE-6501 has five BNC connectors on the front which provide TTL
outputs. The connectors are labelled as channels A-E.
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4.3.
Connect the BNC cable to the pE-6501, observing the labels on the cable and
below the connector.
4.4.
Attach the supplied USB cable to the PC (USB A type connector) and attach
the other end of the cable to the pE-6501 (USB B type connector).
4.5.
When the pE-6501 is first connected to a PC it shall attempt to locate a
driver file. Unless a compatible National Instruments driver file has
previously been used on the PC the pop-up below will be displayed.
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4.6.
Please follow the hyperlink below to the National Instruments website to
download the latest NI Hardware Driver- NI-DAQmx Support - National
Instruments.
An example of the National Instruments website the hyperlink will take you to. The red box shows the drivers
section which should be selected.
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4.7.
Once a driver file has been selected you will be directed to a page where you
can download the required driver file. Follow the ‘To get started’
instructions on this page and click on the download link. Follow the prompts
to complete the download.
4.8.
Attach the other end of the BNC cables to the Illumination System or
equipment that you would like to control. In the example below the pE-6501
has been connected to channels A-D of a pE-4000 fitted with an Expansion
Box.
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4.9.
Open your specific software package. The pE-6501 will be controllable under
the National Instruments USB-6501 integration (this may be labelled in
different ways depending on the software used).
5. Routine Care and Maintenance
5.1.
The pE-6501 will require little or no maintenance throughout its life. There are
no field serviceable parts so there is no need for disassembly.
5.2.
Cleaning of the external surfaces can be carried out with a mild soap and
water solution used to lightly dampen a lint-free cloth. Ensure that no liquid is
allowed to enter the product.
6. Product Specifications
6.1.
Dimensions
pE-6501: 115.5mm(w) x 105mm(d) x 42mm(h)
Weight
pE-6501: 0.2kg
pE-6501 & BNC cable: 0.47kg
Environmental Operating Conditions
Temperature: 0 –55°C
Humidity: 10 –90% RH, noncondensing.
Maximum altitude: 2000m (at 25°C ambient temperature)
Indoor use only.
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7. Product Options and Order Codes
See website (Microscope Illuminators | LED Illumination Systems | CoolLED)
for full details of product options and order codes.
8. Warranty and Repairs
Please refer to CoolLED’s current Warranty Policy available on our website
CoolLED Warranty - CoolLED. Although warranty terms are fixed at the time
of ordering according to the terms and conditions of sale in place, the
Warranty Policy may be subject to periodic change so please check to avoid
confusion.
For any warranty queries or in the event of the product developing a fault,
asked to provide your microscope make and model, the product serial
number and a brief description of the issue. You shall then be issued with a
Support Case to manage your issue.
9. Compliance
9.1. WEEE
All qualifying products that are subject to the WEEE Directive and supplied
by CoolLED are compliant with the WEEE marking requirements. Such
products are marked with the "crossed out wheelie bin" WEEE symbol and in
accordance with European Standard EN 50419.
CoolLED Certificate No: WEEE/GB4236XX
9.2. RoHS
Based on information obtained from our component suppliers, this
statement certifies that ALL products manufactured and supplied by CoolLED
Ltd are in compliance with Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament
and of the Council of 8 June 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain
hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (also known as
“RoHS”).
This declaration is correct to the best of CoolLED Ltd knowledge, information
and belief at the date of its release.
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9.3. CoolLED’s Recycling Program
At CoolLED, we recognize the importance of preserving the global
environment. We are proud to provide a Recycling Program that enables
CoolLED customers and end-users to send back used CoolLED Light Sources
for recycling, free of charge.
Together we can reduce the burden on our environment through
responsible disposal and recycling of End-of-Life Light Sources. You can help
us by filling in our online contact form and providing us with your contact
details and the serial number of the CoolLED Light Source that you wish to
return and we will collect it free of charge.
If you are taking delivery of a replacement CoolLED Light Source, why not
send the old one back in the packing box of the new one?
10. Contact Details
CoolLED Ltd
Westmarch Business Centre
River Way
Andover
Hampshire
SP10 1NS
UK
Phone +44 (0) 1264 323040 (Worldwide)
1-800-877-0128 (USA + Canada)
Email [email protected]
Online www.CoolLED.com
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