GoMax NXSmart Vision Accelerator:User Manual 8
Safety and Maintenance
The following sections describe the safe use and maintenance of GoMax NX vision accelerators.
GoMax NXis onlycompatible with Gocatorfirmware 6.1 SR1 (firmware version 6.1.29.3) and
later or GoPxL 1.0 and later. Loading an earlier firmware version will make the device
unusable.
Electrical Safety
Failure to follow the guidelines described in this section may result in electrical shock or
equipment damage.
Sensor systems that GoMax NX is connected to should be connected to earth ground
All sensors in the system should be connected to earth ground through their housing. All sensors
should be mounted on an earth grounded frame using electrically conductive hardware to ensure
the housing of the sensor is connected to earth ground. Use a multi-meter to check the continuity
between the sensor connector and earth ground to ensure a proper connection.
Minimize voltage potential between system ground and sensor ground
Care should be taken to minimize the voltage potential between system ground (ground reference
for I/O signals) and sensor ground. This voltage potential can be determined by measuring the
voltage between Analog_out- and system ground. The maximum permissible voltage potential is 12 V
but should be kept below 10 V to avoid damage to the serial and encoder connections.
Use the power supply provided with the unit
If the power supply or cords get damaged, contact LMI Technologies for a replacement.
Use care when handling powered devices
Wires connecting to the GoMax NX unit should not be handled while the unit is powered. Doing so
may cause electrical shock to the user or damage to the equipment.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Keep heatsink fins clear and clean
To avoid overheating of the GoMax NX unit, make sure the unit's heatsink fins are clean and clear.
Environment
Avoid installing the GoMax NX unit in hazardous environments
To ensure reliable operation and to prevent damage to the GoMax NX unit, avoid installing the unit
in locations
