iSi Blue-X-Focus Operating instructions

Blue-X-Focus V2 © isi-sys GmbH 2020
User Manual and Service Instrucons
for Blue-X-Focus
Version 2
Support:
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
www.isi-sys.com
2003-2020 by isi-sys GmbH
Wasserweg 8, 34131 Kassel, Germany

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Technical descripon
Designed for AC use from 110 - 230 V and 50/60 Hz and are equipped with one 100 W high power single cell
LED and generate a icker-free light. The device can be synchronized with a DAQ and can trigger up to 40kHz
in Pulse mode. The power of the LED is adjustable via a dial on the back of the device. Besides it is equipped
with a special acve fan cooling and an integrated temperature safety switch-o. The device can be mounted
in dierent direcons and the focusing opon of the light allows to adjust the light beam from spot up to
ood light characterisc.
Technical data
Version: Blue-X-Focus V1 Voltage: 110 - 230 V ~ 1,0A 50/60 Hz
Power: 100 W @ CW | 180W @ Pulse Weight: 860g
Ambient temperature (Ta): -15° - +40° C Surface temperature: 60°C
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137,00
69,00
Stepless intensity control
Operation mode switch
90,45 - 108,45
Power switch
BNC Trigger (TTL)
DC Input
optional polarization filter
3x 1/4"
99,00
2x 1/4"

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Key buons
Display
On the back of the device there is a 7-Segment Display which shows the current power in percent and a dial,
to manually adjust the power of the device.
Connous Wave and Pulse Switch
On the le side of the dial there is a switch to change the operaon mode from connuous wave to pulse or
vice versa.
ON/OFF Switch
Next to the DC Input and Trigger input is a switch to turn the Light ON and OFF.
Safety and Operaon Instrucons for Blue-X-Focus
Please read the accompanying operang instrucons, with parcular aenon to the safety regulaons,
before the system’s inial operaon. Save these documents together with the technical brochures and ac-
cessories for later reference.
Note: It is only allowed to set up and used the system persons instructed and trained by isi-sys or through
their authorized partners.
Please only use original parts from isi-sys GmbH. isi-sys GmbH does not give any warranty for damages or
malfuncon caused by addional parts not supplied by isi-sys GmbH. Addional cables or connectors will
change the calibraon and other specied data. This can change the specied properes of the device and
cause it to malfuncon.
Do not open the device! There are no user serviceable parts inside and opening or removing covers may ex-
pose you to dangerous shock hazards or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
If you have any problems please contact the manufacturer of the system:
isi-sys GmbH, Wasserweg 8, 34131 Kassel, Germany, Phone: [phone]
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CAUTION! Refer to your operators manual for addional informaon, such as
important operang and maintenance instrucons.

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Installaon of Blue-X-Focus and Power Supply
• Allow adequate venlaon around the devices so that heat can properly dissipate.
• Do not block venlated openings or place the devices near a radiator, oven, or other heat sources.
• Do not use accessories other than the ones provided (e.g. power cord). Only plug the power cord into
grounded power equipment and sockets.
• Do not put anything on top of the devices except those that are designed for that purpose.
• Do not focus on inammable objects.
• Only work with the devices in a clean and dry environment! Only specially prepared devices can work
under other condions!
• Do not place heavy objects on any cables (e.g. power cords, sensor cables, actuator cables, opcal
cables).
• Plug in the power cord and connectors of cables carefully and completely so that it cannot loosen inad-
vertently.
• Leave sucient space around the power plug so that it can be unplugged easily in case of emergency.
• Install the system so that the on/o-switch is easily accessible at all mes.
• The power plug is the cut-o point to the main power supply.
Immediately unplug your unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualied service personnel under
the following condions:
When the cords or plugs are damaged.
If any liquid, uid or water has been spilled or objects have fallen onto the devices.
If the device has been exposed to rain or water.
If the device does not work as described in the manual.
The environmental operaon condions should meet the following requirements:
Indoors preferred, outdoor if protected against rain and in shadow at an altude of up to
2000m, Temperature between -15°C and 40°C, recommended 20°C - 22°C
At a relave humidity between: 5 % and 95 % humidity (non condensing), recommended
max. 80 %.
CAUTION! The following facts of this secon are important instrucons for
the installaon of the devices, which must be strictly followed and observed
for the safe operaon of the system.
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Safety instrucons for connecng and disconnecng Blue-X-Focus and
Power Supply
• Do not touch the contacts or pins of the connector when connecng or disconnecng the connector
with the power on, or aer the connector has been disconnected.
• Insert connectors fully to sockets when connecng.
• Twisng the connector can result in damage or faulty contact.
Safety instrucons for Blue-X-Focus operaon
• Never use a Blue-X-Focus with a defecve lens.
• Under any circumstances keep the minimum safety distance(s) given in the technical specicaon to
avoid damages caused by light beam(s) and / or thermal radiaon and / or heat radiaon to person(s),
animal(s) and / or item(s) and / or object(s).
• In the case of a defect or damage of the lens (parcularly while it is in operaon): switch of the power
immediately, disconnect it from the power socket, let it cool down completely and contact isi-sys for
replacement of the lens.
• Never use a Blue-X-Focus unaended.
• Always disconnect the power supply from the power socket if it is not in use or in operaon.
• In the case of overthrowing, falling down and/or jaring heavily a Blue-X-Focus has to be checked by isi-
sys for damages
Device safety measures
Temperature safety measures:
Device stops operang when the internal temperature reaches a set threshold and stays o (20s)
unl a safe operang temperature band is reached. Therefore triggered mode is recommended for
long me measurements.
Trigger/ Timing safety measures:
When operang above the power limit with inadmissible trigger mes, the lamp switches o for
5 seconds and remains in this mode unl the permissible trigger mes have been set. This can be
noced through a blinking of the lamp every 5 seconds as long as the trigger is set.
CAUTION! Eye damage caused by high light intensity. Never look directly into
the light source.
CAUTION! Risk of epilepc shock. Strobe lighng can trigger seizures in pho-
tosensive epilepsy. Sensive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights.
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Setup scheme
The Blue-X-Focus can be operated standalone in connuous wave mode when connected to the power sup-
ply through the lamp connector cable. To operate the Blue-X-Focus in pulse mode, Lamp has to be connected
to a trigger device (TTL Signal). The setup scheme shown below illustrates possible setup schemes. The hig-
her power of 180W can only be reached through pulse mode. The Power is adjustable manually or external
by pulse length and frequency.
Note: Images may vary
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Recommended usage
We always recommend to use pulse mode when connected to a DAQ. This leads to a longer lifeme and
higher power output as the connuous wave mode leads to higher internal temperatures and a possible
safety switch o.
Using the Lamp in connuos wave mode:
The lamp can be used in cw mode unl a certain power level (< 85%) without a safety switch o. This safety
switch o is programmed to prevent too fast aging of the LED. Above this limit the lamp can just be opera-
ted in pulse mode.
Using the Lamp in pulse mode:
To use the lamp in pulse mode a trigger signal input via TTL on the BNC socket is necessary. Pulse mode
allows to operate the lamp above 85% power level if the trigger pulses are 5ms and lower.
Focussing Mechanism
To adjust the light beam simply pull or push the lens tube. There is a slight resistence when doing so, if the
resistence is to low/to high adjust it by turning the ribbed ring clockwise/counter-clockwise.
Troubleshoong:
The light shuts o for 5 seconds before turning on again
The lamp is being operated in CW mode with a power level higher than 82.5%. Consider switching to Pulse
mode or lower the power level.
The light shuts o for 20 seconds before turning on again
The lamp is reached the thermal limit for safe operaon. Consider to lower the power level and make sure
that air circulaon is possible.
CAUTION! Do not adjust the light beam while the lamps power level is high as
it can lead to burns.
5 sec.
20 sec.
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Addional safety instrucons and explanaon for symbols
• The Blue-X-Focus produces a very intensive and bright beam of light: never look directly into the
bulb while it is in operaon. Never light or ash directly into the eye(s) of a human or an animal,
this can cause permanent damage to the eye(s) or health threat(s) (like sunburn).
• Please note, dazzle / glare caused by connuous light unit(s) or ash light unit(s) can cause an
immediate (partly and/or temporarily) loss of vision - this can lead to accident(s) (trac, stairs, and
so forth).
• Please let cool down the Blue-X-Focus completely aer using it and before packing it away: not
doing so can cause serious burnig and/or the risk of sparking.
• Not used as intended and/or in the case of inappropriate use of the Blue-X-Focus and
accessories there is the serious risk of a (deadly) electrical shock.
• The Blue-X-Focus is no toy, it is unsuitable for use by children. Always keep the Blue-X-Focus out of
the reach of children.
Explanaon for symbols
Maintenance
For a secure operaon of the Blue-X-Focus, it has to be maintained. Therefore: before using it has to be
checked visually.
Liability limitaon
For all injuiries and/or damages to people and/or objects, which are caused by using isi-sys products in a
way that they are not intended for the user is liable - not the manufacturer.
If you do have a queson to set up and/or to operate isi-sys products, please ask at isi-sys GmbH directly.
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