HELIO-STROB tripLED User manual

Operation Manual HELIO-STROB tripLED
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OPERATION MANUAL
Device type HELIO-STROB tripLED
Manufacturer ELMED Dr. Ing. Mense GmbH
Weilenburgstr. 39
D-42579 Heiligenhaus
Germany
Phone.: +49 2056 / 9329-0
Fax: +49 2056 / 9329-33
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.elmedgmbh.com
Version / date Version 2.2 / 14.01.2020
Technical editing M. Stolte / C. Mense / Chr. Mundorf
© ELMED Dr. Ing. Mense GmbH.
All rights reserved.
Duplication, even in excerpts, is only permitted
with the written consent of the publisher.

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CONTENTS
1. GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................ 4
1.1 Use .................................................................................................................... 4
1.1.1 Appropriate use ........................................................................................... 4
1.1.2 Inappropriate use ......................................................................................... 4
1.2 Technical terms used ..................................................................................... 5
1.2.1 Explanations of terms ................................................................................. 5
1.2.2 Definitions .................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Design .............................................................................................................. 7
1.4 Functional description ................................................................................... 8
1.5 Performance characteristics ......................................................................... 8
1.6 Applied standards ........................................................................................... 8
1.6.1 Declaration of conformity ........................................................................... 9
1.6.2 Attachment to the declaration of conformity .......................................... 10
1.7 Modifications ................................................................................................. 10
1.8 Measurement units ....................................................................................... 11
1.9 Packaging / Transportation / Storage / Delivery ........................................ 11
1.9.1 Packaging ................................................................................................... 11
1.9.2 Storage ........................................................................................................ 11
1.9.3 Delivery ....................................................................................................... 12
2. SAFETY-RELATED INFORMATION ............................................................... 13
2.1 General safety instructions ......................................................................... 13
2.2 User’s due diligence ..................................................................................... 13
2.3 Safety symbols and their meaning ............................................................. 14
2.4 Basic safety measures ................................................................................. 15
2.5 Requirements concerning the operating personnel ................................. 15
2.6 Help with safety-related questions ............................................................. 16
2.7 Specific warnings ......................................................................................... 16
2.7.1 Wearers of active implants ....................................................................... 16
2.7.2 Epileptics .................................................................................................... 16
3. TECHNICAL DATA / INPUTS & OUTPUTS .................................................... 17
3.1 Technical data ............................................................................................... 17
3.2 Inputs / Outputs ............................................................................................ 18
3.2.1 Connector pin assignment POWER jack ................................................. 18
3.2.2 Connector pin assignment IN/OUT jack .................................................. 18
3.2.3 Trigger output ............................................................................................ 19
4. INTIAL STARTUP ............................................................................................ 20
4.1 General information for putting into operation ......................................... 20
4.2 Electrical initial startup ................................................................................ 20
4.3 Operation ....................................................................................................... 21
4.4 Functions ....................................................................................................... 21

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4.4.1 Buttons of the touch panel ....................................................................... 22
4.4.2 Adjusting the frequency ............................................................................ 23
4.4.3 Phase shift .................................................................................................. 25
4.4.4 Slow motion ................................................................................................ 26
4.4.5 Transformation ratio .................................................................................. 27
4.4.6 Triggering ................................................................................................... 28
4.4.6.1 Internal triggering ................................................................................... 29
4.4.6.2 External triggering, rising edge ............................................................. 29
4.4.6.3 External triggering, falling edge ............................................................ 29
4.4.7 Flash duration (button “Duration”) .......................................................... 30
4.4.7.1 Flash duration, degrees ......................................................................... 31
4.4.7.2 Flash duration, microsecond ................................................................. 31
4.5 Touch panel calibration................................................................................ 32
4.6 Serial interface .............................................................................................. 32
4.7 Power supply ................................................................................................. 33
4.7.1 Battery operation ....................................................................................... 33
4.7.2 Mains operation ......................................................................................... 33
4.7.2.1 Charging the battery ............................................................................... 33
4.7.2.2 Replacing the battery ............................................................................. 34
5. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................... 35
5.1 Maintenance .................................................................................................. 35
5.2 Inspection / Calibration ................................................................................ 36
5.3 Repairs ........................................................................................................... 36
5.4 Replacement parts / Accessories ............................................................... 37
6. DRAWINGS ...................................................................................................... 38
6.1 Markings on the housing ............................................................................. 38
7. OPERATION MANUAL FOR MAINS UNIT / CHARGER ................................ 39
7.1 Introduction ................................................................................................... 39
7.2 Safety-related information ........................................................................... 39
7.2.1 Safety symbols and their meaning .......................................................... 39
7.2.2 Safety instructions ..................................................................................... 40
7.3 Connection / Operation / Charging ............................................................. 43
7.3.1 Operating display ....................................................................................... 43
7.4 Maintenance .................................................................................................. 44
7.5 Waste disposal .............................................................................................. 44
7.6 Technical data ............................................................................................... 44
7.7 Description of symbols ................................................................................ 45
7.8 Final information ........................................................................................... 45

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Use
1.1.1 Appropriate use
The HELIO-STROB tripLED is a stroboscope (strobe light) for industrial applica-
tions. This device is used to produce snapshots of sequences which, due to the
rapidity with which they proceed, are not perceivable by the human eye.
 Appropriate use also includes reading and understanding these operating in-
structions and complying with the information given in them, especially the
safety information. This also includes carrying out all the inspection and
maintenance work at the specified intervals.
 The operation of stroboscopes may cause failure or interference of nearby
radio devices or radio service. In this case, suspend the operation of the de-
vice. As a basic principle, keep the operation of the device as short as possi-
ble.
 Any work with the HELIO-STROB tripLED may be only performed by ade-
quately instructed personnel that meet the requirements for a proper and in-
tended use of the device.
 Safe operation cannot be assured if the HELIO-STROB tripLED is not used in
accordance with the above definition of appropriate use.
1.1.2 Inappropriate use
 Any use other than what is described in the section “Appropriate use” is con-
sidered inappropriate use!
 The user, not the producer, shall assume any liability related to any personal
injury or material damage resulting from the inappropriate use of the device!
Operating the device in explosion-prone environments is prohibited.

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1.2 Technical terms used
1.2.1 Explanations of terms
The following explanations of terms are provided for a better under-
standing of the functionality of the HELIO-STROB tripLED.
Term
Explanation
triggering
trigger impulses for the flash rate (internal / external)
rising edge
The flash tube flashes at a change in the trigger signal
from “0” to “1”.
falling edge
The flash tube flashes at a change in the trigger signal
from “1” to “0”.
flash rate
number of flashes per time unit
display
display for indication of set values
fpm
flashes per minute
(revolution speed per minute of the observed object)
fps
flashes per second
(frequency per second of the observed object)
phase shift
positioning of the observed object
(e.g. marking) to any observation point (0° - 540°)
slow motion
constantly changing phase shift
transformation ratio
factor by which an external trigger signal is divided or
multiplied
touch panel
screen surface operated by touch

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1.2.2 Definitions
Term
Explanation
electrical
hazard
risk of possible severe injury or the impairment of health
due to electrical energy
electrically skilled
person
person with suitable technical training, knowledge and
experience to be able to identify and avoid the hazards
that can be associated with electricity
qualified person
person with suitable technical training, knowledge and
experience to be able to identify and avoid hazards
electrically
instructed
person
person who has received adequate instruction from
electrically skilled persons to be able to avoid hazards
associated with electricity
instructed
person
person who has received adequate instruction from
qualified persons to be able to avoid hazards
supervisor
person appointed to bear direct responsibility for the
completion of the work – this responsibility can be
transferred in part to other persons when required

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1.3 Design
Special emphasis was placed on safety in the course of developping the HELIO-
STROB tripLED devices.
The devices are built according to the recognised European safety-related rules
and correspond to the state of the art at the time of delivery.
The basic construction of the HELIO-STROB tripLED includes the following com-
ponents:
Housing
full metal housing with tripod connection and handle
Power supply
rechargeable battery (permanently installed) /
AC adapter
Operation
twist knob and touch panel
Display
LCD display
Connection
7-pin jack (power supply)
5-pin jack (triggering IN / OUT)
USB jack type B (serial interface)
To exclude electrical hazards, any changes to the device
may only be made by trained electrically skilled persons au-
thorised by the manufacturer.
Take special care when opening the device, since it is pos-
sible to touch parts carrying a voltage that is considerably
higher than the supply voltage.
Working on the device is only permitted after waiting 2 or
more minutes after shutting it off. In case of mains operation,
the device also has to be disconnected from the mains net-
work. This is due to the hazards of possible residual charges
in electronic components.

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1.4 Functional description
A stroboscope is a device that emits very short flashes of light (usually in ranges
around a few µs) at a consistent time interval and in the selected number per
second (frequency in Hz).
Fast, periodically recurrent movements such as rotation, oscillation or pressure
processes that cannot be clearly perceived by the naked eye can be observed,
optically stopped or measured through manual or external synchronisation of the
repetition frequency with the flash rate of the stroboscope. Thus, the repetition
frequency can be determined.
Through special functions, the sequence of movements can be optically slowed
down (slow motion) or the observed point in time of a periodical movement pro-
cess can be determined precisely (phase shift).
It can be used separately or also in combination with cameras or other light-
sensitive devices / sensors.
1.5 Performance characteristics
The HELIO-STROB tripLED device type features the following performance
characteristics:
 Internal / external triggering
 Phase shift
 Slow motion function
 Transformation ratio
 Display of system errors
 Serial interface
1.6 Applied standards
All HELIO-STROB tripLED devices are subject to extensive device safety and
EMC testing, and bear the CE marking.
They meet the requirements of the following regulations and directives:
 Directive 2004/108/EC (EMC)

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1.6.1 Declaration of conformity
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
ELMED Dr. Ing. Mense GmbH
Weilenburgstr. 39
D-42579 Heiligenhaus
Germany
hereby declares that the product
Device type Stroboscope
Type designation HELIO-STROB tripLED
complies with the regulations of the following European directives:
Directive 2004/108/EC - EMC
Further information about compliance with this directive is found in the attachments.
Comments:
The test reports can be reviewed by request.
ELMED Dr. Ing Mense GmbH
Heiligenhaus, 01.12.2015 CEO / Managing Director
Claudia Mense
The attachments are part of this declaration.
This declaration confirms compliance with the named directives,
but does not include any warranties of characteristics in a legal sense.
The safety information in the supplied product documentation must be observed.

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1.6.2 Attachment to the declaration of conformity
Attachment to the declaration of conformity
The final digits of the year in which the CE marking was applied:
16
Attachment to the declaration of conformity (EMC)
Compliance of the named product with the regulations of Directive 2004/108/EC is
proven by full compliance with the following standards:
Harmonised European standards:
DIN EN 61000-6-1
DIN EN 61000-6-3
1.7 Modifications
Modifications by the device operator without consulting the manufacturer are pro-
hibited in principle. Modifying the device without consulting the manufacturer
voids the warranty. The device operator assumes full liability for the consequenc-
es of unauthorised modifications. Design engineering modifications that have
such significant effects on the technical specifications and appropriate use de-
fined in this operation manual so as to change the device considerably void the
declaration of conformity!

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1.8 Measurement units
The following thread standards are used in all technical documentation and
drawings:
 Metric system (ISO)
 UNC (Unified Thread Standard)
1.9 Packaging / Transportation / Storage / Delivery
1.9.1 Packaging
To prevent transportation damage, all components are packaged and supplied in
sturdy transport packaging (plastic case/carton). The transport packaging is de-
signed for air freight and lorry transportation.
The following ambient conditions apply for transportation:
 Temperature range -20 °C ... +50 °C
 Air humidity no condensation
 Thermal time constant < 10 K/h
Attention:
Extreme impacts and vibrations can cause damage!
The transport packaging must be protected against direct contact with water and
high air humidity!
All of the packaging materials used correspond to the regulations of the destina-
tion country and can be disposed of according to the applicable regulations and
laws.
1.9.2 Storage
Until putting into operation, the transport packaging can be used for storage. The
transport packaging must be protected against direct contact with water and high
air humidity. If you have questions about transportation or storage, please contact
the manufacturer.
The following ambient conditions must be met for storage:
 Temperature range -20 °C ... +50 °C
 Air humidity no condensation
 Thermal time constant < 10 K/h

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1.9.3 Delivery
Immediately upon receipt, the delivery has to be inspected for integrity and
completeness.
Scope of delivery:
The type and scope of delivery is documented on the enclosed delivery note.
The standard scope of delivery consists of the following components:
 HELIO-STROB tripLED hand-held stroboscope
 Mains unit / charger
 Operation manual
 5-pin male jack, triggering IN / OUT
 Transport box
Receiving inspection:
Complaints regarding the type and scope of delivery have to be submitted to the
manufacturer immediately after delivery, no later than within 5 days.
Damages:
Contact the final carrier immediately in case of transportation damage!
Keep the transportation packaging until the completeness and integrity of the
delivery have been verified.

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2. SAFETY-RELATED INFORMATION
2.1 General safety instructions
Read the following safety instructions prior to putting into
operation.
Do not put the device into operation if you have concerns about
safety.
Contact the manufacturer if you have questions about safety.
2.2 User’s due diligence
All HELIO-STROB tripLED devices were designed and built with due considera-
tion of a hazard analysis and according to the carefully selected applicable har-
monised standards, as well as other technical specifications. They meet the re-
quirements of the Equipment Safety Act, which means they are state-of-the-art
and guarantee the highest safety standards.
In operational practice however, this safety can only be achieved if all necessary
measures have been taken. Planning and implementing these measures as well
as verifying proper compliance falls under the user’s due diligence.
In particular, the operator is required to ensure that:
 the HELIO-STROB tripLED is only used as intended.
 devices are operated only in proper, fully functional condition.
 the operation manual, legible and complete, is available at the operating site
of the devices at all times.
 the devices are operated only by adequately qualified and authorised person-
nel which is regularly trained in all aspects related to occupational health and
safety; the personnel is familiar with and follows the operation manual, espe-
cially the relevant safety information contained therein.
 all safety and warning labels are clearly legible and none of them are re-
moved from the device.

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2.3 Safety symbols and their meaning
Safety symbols impart safety information through a combination of:
 geometric shape
 colour
 graphical symbol / text
They are used both on the device and in the operation manual to point out situa-
tions with a possible hazard potential quickly and clearly.
All safety-related passages in this operation manual are highlighted with one of
the following safety symbols. Provide all persons working with the device with the
safety information.
Special symbols indicate important information that must be strictly observed.
The following symbols are used in this operation manual:
This symbol indicates a hazardous situation which, if it is not avoided,
can lead to serious injuries or death.
This symbol indicates a warning of hazardous electrical voltage.
This symbol indicates important information in the operation manual
that must be strictly observed.
This symbol warns he user against staring into the light source.
This symbol indicates information provided for improving the under-
standing of processes.

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2.4 Basic safety measures
The fundamental safety directives and regulations of the Employer's Liability In-
surance Association and national authorities apply for the operation of the devic-
es.
Before the initial start-up, the stroboscope and all accessories have to be inspect-
ed for proper and functional condition, and accepted and released by a supervi-
sor.
In commercial operations the employer / entrepreneur has to
inform the employees / insured persons about possible haz-
ards related to their work and the safety precautions to be
applied.
 Do not look into the flash tube directly and unprotected
as this could be dangerous for the eyes – especially
over longer periods of time.
 Due to the dazzle effects caused by looking into the
LEDs at short distances, the ability to see may be dis-
turbed in such manner as to make orientation impossible.
 LED rays must not be aimed at the eyes of persons or
animals.
 Using strongly focussing optical instruments to view the
beam of light is not permitted.
Ultra-bright LEDs radiate similar bundled light as lasers. Accordingly,
the same regulations shall apply for LEDs – especially at distances of
less than one metre. However, due to the general large radiation di-
vergence and the laminar source expansion, performance LEDs do
not have a similar hazard potential as bundled laser radiation.
2.5 Requirements concerning the operating personnel
The devices may only be operated by persons who have been instructed and au-
thorised accordingly. These persons must have read and understood the opera-
tion manual, in particular the section “SAFETY-RELATED INFORMATION”, and
then act accordingly.
They must have been instructed in the basic principles of health and safety at
work and accident prevention.

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2.6 Help with safety-related questions
ELMED Dr. Ing. Mense GmbH
Weilenburgstr. 39
D-42579 Heiligenhaus
Germany
Phone: [phone] / 9329 – 0
Fax: [phone] / 9329 – 33
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.elmedgmbh.com
2.7 Specific warnings
The persons listed below have to be informed of the hazards de-
scribed in the following.
2.7.1 Wearers of active implants
Safety information for wearers of active implants
When using stroboscopes, an influence on active implants (e.g.
pacemakers) cannot be completely excluded. For safety reasons we
recommend that people wearing active implants are excluded from
working with stroboscopes. Persons wearing active implants have to
be expressively instructed in this regard.
2.7.2 Epileptics
In case of users with a neurological proneness to epileptic sei-
zures, the light effects produced by a stroboscope may cause photo-
induced epilepsy. Users with such predisposition must not use strobo-
scopes!

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3. TECHNICAL DATA / INPUTS & OUTPUTS
3.1 Technical data
Power supply
12.4 VDC (nominal voltage)
Power consumption
max. 14 W (without charging module)
Dimensions of the case
182.5 x 117 x 117 mm³
(handle not included)
Weight
ca. 1.2 kg
Light source
15 CREE high-performance LEDs
Internal control of the flash rate
twist knob and touch panel
External control of the flash rate
pos. impulses 5 to 30 V
(triggering edge individually adjustable)
Signal propagation delay for external
triggering
approx. 51 µs
Internal flash rate in Hz / fpm
1 - 840 Hz / 60 - 50400 fpm
External flash rate in Hz / fpm
1 - 8000 Hz / 60 - 480000 fpm,
incoming flash rates > 845 Hz are split
integrally.
Measurement duration
0.33 s (min. 1 period)
Measuring value display
LCD screen, height of digits 8.5 mm
Display in
fps / fpm
Display resolution
up to 0.01 Hz / 0.1 fpm
Phase shifting in
degree / ms
Range degree / ms
0° - 540° / 0 - 999.99 ms
Resolution degree / ms
0.1° / 0.001 - 0.01 ms
Slow motion
fps / fpm
Resolution fps / fpm
-5 fps - +5 fps / -300 fpm - +300 fpm
Resolution slow motion
0.01 Hz / 0.1 fpm
Variable transformation ratio
(external triggering)
1:10 - 10:1
Resolution variable transformation
ratio
0.001
Flash duration
< 100 Hz: 1 - 100 µs (adjustable)
> 100 Hz: 1 µs – max. 1 % of the
period duration of the
configured flash rate
Light output
max. 0.17 Ws
Light intensity
max. 5500 Lux (distance: 50 cm)
Accuracy
0.01 % ± 1 digit
Operating temperature
0° ... +40° C
Storage temperature
-20° ... +50° C
Air humidity
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Power Supply – battery mode
Battery type
lithium-ion battery
Output voltage
10.8 V
Capacity
2900 mAh
Charging cycles
approx. 200 - 300
Battery life (performance-related)
approx. 8 Std.
(at 50 Hz / 50 µs flash duration)
Charging time
approx. 3 hours
Mains unit / charger
Input voltage
100 - 240 VAC / 50 - 60 Hz
Output voltage
12.4 VDC 0 - 1.2 A
(without charging module)
Operating temperature
0° C ... +40° C
Storage temperature
-20° C ... +50° C
Dimensions
105 x 82 x 42 (mm)
Weight
approx. 200 g
3.2 Inputs / Outputs
3.2.1 Connector pin assignment POWER jack
Jack
Pin
Description
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
BATT -
NTC
BATT +
nc
AUX +
AUX –
nc
3.2.2 Connector pin assignment IN/OUT jack
Jack
Pin
Description
1
2
3
4
5
0 V (ground)
+5 VDC (output)
+12 VDC (output)
Trigger OUT
Trigger IN

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3.2.3 Trigger output
The HELIO STROB tripLED is equipped with a trigger output (Trigger
OUT), for example to control other devices. The signal on the IN/OUT
jack depends on the TTL level. The period duration depends on the
flash rate; TLOW is constant (200 µs). If the stroboscope is controlled
by an external signal, the output frequency corresponds to the input
frequency up to 845 Hz. For frequencies > 845 Hz up to 8000 Hz a
signal that is divided in integer numbers is supplied to the trigger out-
put. The undivided frequency of the external signal source is shown
on the display.
Signal sequence:

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4. INTIAL STARTUP
4.1 General information for putting into operation
In order to avoid damage to the device or injuries during putting into operation,
observing the following points is essential:
 The initial startup may only be performed by qualified persons un-
der observation of the operation manual and the safety infor-
mation.
 Switching on the device is only permitted after verifying that prop-
er and safe operation is ensured.
If defects are found in the course of inspection, these have to be
properly rectified prior to putting the device into operation. The device
may only be put into operation after all noted defects have been recti-
fied.
Do not use any parts that have been damaged!
4.2 Electrical initial startup
1 On / Off switch
2 Display / touch panel
3 USB jack
4 Twist knob
5 IN/OUT jack
6 POWER jack