Meech Hyperion 929IPS User manual

Hyperion 971IPS
Long-Range DC Bar
Operating Manual
Hyperion 929IPS
Mid-Range DC Bar
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Contents
Introduction 3
Unpacking and Inspection 4
Contents 4
Options 4
Features of Hyperion 929IPS 5
Installation 8
Operation 13
Maintenance 13
Fault Finding 15
Troubleshooting 17
Repairs and Warranty 18
Technical Characteristics 19
UL Approval 19
CE Approval 20
Health and Safety 20
Technical Drawing 20

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Introduction
The Hyperion 929 IPS is a powerful, compact pulsed DC ionising bar. It is used
to control static electric charges in short to mid-range applications (50-500mm).
An integral 10kV pulsed DC power supply allows for easy installation on printing,
converting and packaging machinery. Requiring only a 24V DC supply, the 929 IPS
removes the need to route high-voltage cabling through the machine.
In most installations the default settings of the bar will provide exceptional static
control. The local LED indicator shows the operational status of the bar and advises
when the bar requires cleaning.
Demanding installations can take advantage of the adjustable output of the 929 IPS.
Using the optional Hyperion BarMaster remote programmer, the frequency and
balance can be optimised to suit the application. Additionally, the lon Current alarm
setting can be changed to guarantee the required performance levels on critical
processes.
The Hyperion BarMaster remote programmer is available for purchase from the Meech
network: Visit www.meech.com to nd your nearest Meech o󰀩ce or distributor for
further product information.

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Unpacking And Inspection
Your Hyperion 929IPS bar was carefully packed at the factory in a container
designed to protect it from accidental damage. Nevertheless, we recommend careful
examination of the carton and contents for any damage.
If damage is evident, do not destroy the carton or packing material and immediately
notify the carrier of a possible damage claim. Shipping claims must be made by the
consignee to the delivering carrier.
Contents:
Standard
929IPS Bar Mounting Kit
Options
Power Cable - 4 Pin M8
(straight or 90º elbow)
Available in 2,3,5 and
10M lengths.
24V DC Supply & IEC
cable
BarMaster remote
programmer.
Allows optimisation
of the output of the
929IPS

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Features and Benets of Hyperion 929IPS
Low voltage wiring and Integrated Power Supply
The 929IPS is powered by 24V DC via a 4-pin M8 Connector.
Shockless Emitters
The Titanium emitter pins on the 929IPS are resistively coupled to the high voltage
supply. This avoids sparking and operator shocks.
Sealed Construction
IP66 construction allows the bar to be mounted in areas subject to occasional wash-
down or spillage. If the bar does become wet it must be thoroughly dried before being
powered-up.

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Clean Pin Alert LED
The local LED illuminates green to indicate that the bar is on and working correctly.
Red ashing LED shows that bar is dirty and needs cleaning. Solid red illumination
indicates a fault with the high voltage output.
Green - OK
Green ashing - Barmaster remote programmer connected
Red ashing - Cleaning required
Red constant - Fault
Clean Pin Alert and Fault Output
An output signal indicates when the bar needs cleaning or when a fault has been
detected. The signal is 0V/24V output on pin 2. By default: Bar OK = 24V, Bar needs
cleaning (or fault detected) = 0V. If required the signal can be inverted to give OK =
0V, Cleaning Required = 24V using a Barmaster Remote Programmer

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Divider
The 929IPS is designed to operate in dirty, factory environments. To maximise the
interval between cleaning the bar features a divider to increase the surface tracking
distance between the two rows of high voltage pins. It is important to clean this area
during cleaning operations.
T-Slot
The bar is mounted using the T-Slot at the rear of the bar. M4 T-bolts supplied with the
bar maybe positioned to suit convenient mounting points.

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Installation
Mechanical Installation
The 929 is a short to mid-range bar. Dependent on the application, the bar will be
mounted between 50mm and 500mm from the target surface.
The bar should be mounted securely, using all the M4 T-bolts provided with the bar.
Correct positioning of the bar is vital for e󰀨ective static control. There must be no
metallic objects or obstruction between the bar and the material. The diagram shows
the area that should be kept clear.
Where xlengths are equal.

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When installed at short range over a web or sheet, the bars must be positioned away
from surfaces and rollers, as shown in the following diagrams.
Your Meech distributor will be able to assist with questions regarding positioning of
your equipment.

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Electrical Installation
WARNING
The 929IPS requires a grounded 24V DC supply. The 0V line must be connected to
ground. Failure to do so, will result in damage to the bar or the 24V supply and will
void the warranty.
A grounding post on the bar is provided for this purpose. Meech recommend that, for
certainty, the bar is grounded using this post, in addition to using a grounded 24V DC
supply.
929IPS
220V AC
24V DC
0V
Power Supply
Grounded 0V Grounding using
ground post
Connection to the 929IPS is via an industrial M8 4 Pin connector. With the following
pin-outs:
2 4
1 3
Male connector on Bar
4 2
3 1
Female connector on Cable
Pin Colour Function Specication
1 Brown 24V (21-27V)
2 White Clean Pin Output 0V / 24V
3 Blue 0V / Ground
4 Black No connection

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Connection using Meech 24V DC power supply
Meech 24V DC supplies are grounded internally. It is important that the mains
connection o󰀨ers a ground connection. Two-pin outlets without a ground connection
must not be used, unless the ground post on the 929IPS bar is connected to ground.
The switchmode power supply has a standard IEC C13 mains socket and a 2000mm
HT cable to M8 Connector. A break-out wire from the switchmode power supply
provides the Clean Pin Alert output signal.
Connection using customer’s own power supply:
It is the customer’s responsibility to check that the 24V power supply they will be using
is grounded. If it is NOT grounded they must check that grounding it via the ground
post on the 929IPS bar will not a󰀨ect any other systems running from that power
source.
The 24V supply should be protected with a 1 Amp fuse.
Clean Pin Alert - Remote Monitoring
Remote monitoring of the need to clean the bar is provided by the output signal on
pin 2. The signal is 0V-24V suitable for direct connection to a PLC input. The output
impedance of the signal is 10kΩ. The output can also be congured to power an
external relay to provide volt-free contacts for other monitoring systems.
Using a BarMaster remote programmer the output can be set to Normally Open
(factory default) or Normally Closed.

PLC Wiring
10kΩ
Pull up
24VDC
Output
0V, 24V
0V
Output Signal Voltage
Normally Open Output Matrix Normally Closed Output Matrix
24V Supply
Power ON
24V Supply
Power OFF
24V Supply
Power ON
24V Supply
Power OFF
OK (Green LED) 24V 0V OK (Green LED) 0V 0V
Dirty/Faulty
(Red LED) 0V 0V Dirty/Faulty (Red LED) 24V 0V
External Relay Wiring
10kΩ
Pull up
24VDC
0V
Imax 20mA
NO
COM
NC
Relay Power
Normally Open Output Matrix Normally Closed Output Matrix
24V Supply
Power ON
24V Supply
Power OFF
24V Supply
Power ON
24V Supply
Power OFF
OK (Green LED) OFF OFF OK (Green LED) ON OFF
Dirty/Faulty
(Red LED) ON OFF Dirty/Faulty (Red LED) OFF OFF
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M8 Pin 1
M8 Pin 2
M8 Pin 3
M8 Pin 1
M8 Pin 2
M8 Pin 3

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Operation
Having connected the M8 connector to the bar, power up the 24V supply and check
for a green constant LED on the bar. This indicates that the bar is running correctly
with a good ion output.
Caution
Always turn o󰀨 the 24V supply before connecting or disconnecting the M8 connector.
Failure to do so could result in stored charges giving a small electric shock.
Setting the Rate
The 929IPS features a variable output frequency. The frequency that should be set
depends on the ionising product and the distance to the target object.
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Do not use closer
than 50mm
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15
10
5
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500
Operating Distance (mm)
Frequency Rate (Hz)
Suggested Frequency Vs Operating Distance for 929IPS
Maintenance
Ionising bars become contaminated with usage. Dirt build-up on the body of the
ioniser and, particularly on the pins, will cause a drop in performance. To get the best
from your bar, it should be cleaned as part of regular machine maintenance.
If regular cleaning is not carried out, the bar will detect the drop in performance
and trigger the Clean Pin alert. The LED will ash red and the output signal will be
activated.

Before cleaning, ensure that the equipment is switched o󰀨.
Emitter pins can be cleaned very e󰀨ectively with a brush. A dry toothbrush is ideal.
Ionising bars will need periodic wiping to clean grey deposits from the surface
of the bar. A cloth moistened with a small amount of IPA or methylated spirits is
recommended.
Let dry for a minute and turn back on.
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Fault Finding
To reduce the time it takes to resolve a problem with a Hyperion product, the following
process must be completed before requesting assistance from Meech.
The information below shows what is required for a 929IPS bar however, the same
process can be used for any of the Hyperion range of products.
Supplying the following information will ensure your claim is processed quickly when
you rst contact Meech:
1. Connect to a BarMaster and turn on the equipment
2. A readout will appear on screen and we will require the following information:
a. Bar Code Serial Number
b. Product Code (i.e. A929-(0320 = bar length))
c. Frequency
d. Balance
e. Feedback
f. Alarm %
g. Ion Level %
h. Alarm Line
3. Status of the LED (i.e. solid green, ashing red, solid red, ashing green)

4. Please provide a photo of the equipment as it is installed
5. A description and a photo or video of the problem you are experiencing
6. The action you want Meech to take e.g. repair, replace, warranty etc.
LED Status
When the equipment powers on, the LED will show green whilst the system monitors
the bars performance. If it then starts to ash red or go solid red, check the ion level
with the BarMaster.
Solid Green indicates there is no bar master connected.
Flashing Green indicates the bar master has been connected
Flashing Red indicates more cleaning required
Solid Red indicates the ion level has dropped well below the alarm setting, prompting
a serious fault warning. Check installation for metallic objects on the emitter pins.
Should the solid red LED persist, connect your BarMaster and follow the
Troubleshooting section or contact your local Meech distributor.
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Troubleshooting
Solid Green LED Meaning In normal operation the LED on the bar will
illuminate Green. This indicates that the bar
is operating correctly with good ionisation
performance.
No LED Meaning No power to bar
Action Check 24V Power Supply over pins 1 and 3.
(Brown and Blue wires)
Flashing Green LED Meaning BarMaster remote programmer is connected.
Action After programming, reconnect directly to the
power supply to resume normal operation.
Flashing Red LED Likely cause Contamination causing a drop in performance.
Action Switch o󰀨 power supply and clean as
described in Maintenance section.
Turn the power on and check for green solid
LED
Solid Red LED Likely Cause Abnormal output current detected
Action Check installation for metallic objects on the
emitter pins.
Should the solid red LED persist, contact your
Meech distributor
Warning
Do not reset the Ion Reference without cleaning the ionising bar rst. Resetting the
Ion Reference with a low or 0% reading will provide a green LED, but will only mask
any problem with the system.
The 929IPS requires a grounded 24V DC supply & earth stud. The 0V line must
be connected to ground. Failure to do so, will result in damage to the bar or the
24V supply and will void the warranty.
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Repairs And Warranty
The Meech 929IPS Bar is warranted by Meech Static Eliminators Ltd. to the original
purchaser against defects in material and workmanship for two years after shipment.
The 929IPS requires a grounded 24V DC supply. The 0V line must be connected to
ground. Failure to do so, will result in damage to the bar or the 24V supply and will
void the warranty.
Should any malfunction occur, please return the bar directly to Meech Static
Eliminators Ltd. or your local Meech Distributor. All products returned to the factory
MUST be accompanied by a return authorisation number and must be shipped
prepaid. For prompt service, ship the unit to the factory with the return authorisation
number shown clearly on the label. Be sure that it is well packed in a sturdy carton
with shock absorbing material.
Include a note stating the nature of the problem as specically as possible, and also
include instructions for returning the bar to you. We will pay one-way return shipping
costs on any repairs covered under the warranty.
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