Olympus InterBox EIB-T-8-M-15-OM User manual
DMTA031-01EN — Rev. B
October 2014
InterBox
User’s Manual
This instruction manual contains essential information on how to use this Olympus product safely and effectively.
Before using this product, thoroughly review this instruction manual. Use the product as instructed.
Keep this instruction manual in a safe, accessible location.
Olympus Scientific Solutions Americas, 48 Woerd Avenue, Waltham, MA 02453,
USA
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accuracy of the information contained therein, and corresponds to the version of
the product manufactured prior to the date appearing on the title page. There
could, however, be some differences between the manual and the product if the
product was modified thereafter.
The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
Part number: DMTA031-01EN
Rev. B
October 2014
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Table of Contents
List of Abbreviations ........................................................................................ v
Labels and Symbols ........................................................................................... 1
Important Information — Please Read Before Use ..................................... 5
Intended Use .......................................................................................................................... 5
Instruction Manual ................................................................................................................ 5
Instrument Compatibility ..................................................................................................... 6
Repair and Modification ....................................................................................................... 7
Presence of Visual Interferences or Phantom Spots ......................................................... 8
Safety Symbols ....................................................................................................................... 8
Safety Signal Words ............................................................................................................... 9
Note Signal Words ................................................................................................................. 9
Safety ..................................................................................................................................... 10
Warnings ............................................................................................................................... 10
Equipment Disposal ............................................................................................................ 11
CE (European Community) ............................................................................................... 11
WEEE Directive .................................................................................................................... 11
EMC Directive Compliance ................................................................................................ 12
Warranty Information ......................................................................................................... 12
Technical Support ................................................................................................................ 13
Introduction ...................................................................................................... 15
1. Overview ..................................................................................................... 17
2. Connections and Cables ........................................................................... 19
2.1 Connections to the Acquisition Unit ...................................................................... 19
2.2 Power-Cable Connector—for Models with TRPP 5810 Pulser/Preamplifier ... 20
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2.3 TOFD Connectors— for Models with TRPP 5810 Pulser/Preamplifier ............ 21
2.4 Conventional UT Connectors .................................................................................. 23
2.5 Phased Array Probe Connectors ............................................................................. 23
2.6 Connecting the Phased Array Connectors ............................................................ 24
2.7 InterBox Installation ................................................................................................. 27
3. Maintenance ................................................................................................ 29
3.1 Preventive Maintenance ........................................................................................... 29
3.2 Unit Cleaning ............................................................................................................. 29
4. Specifications .............................................................................................. 31
4.1 TRPP 5810 Specifications ......................................................................................... 32
4.1.1 12 V Connector ............................................................................................... 33
4.1.2 P and R Connectors ........................................................................................ 34
4.2 InterBox Connector Configurations and Ordering Numbers ............................ 34
List of Figures ................................................................................................... 37
List of Tables ..................................................................................................... 39
Index ................................................................................................................... 41
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Labels and Symbols
Safety-related labels and symbols are attached to the instrument at the locations
shown in Figure i-1 on page 1. If any or all of the labels or symbols are missing or
illegible, please contact Olympus.
Figure i-1 Labels location
Location of TRPP rating plate
label (see Table 1 on page 2)
Location of InterBox rating plate
label (see Table 1 on page 2)
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Table 1 Content of the rating label
Rating plate
label:
Content
The CE marking is a declaration that this product conforms to
all the applicable directives of the European Community. See
the Declaration of Conformity for details. Contact your Olympus
representative for more information.
The WEEE symbol indicates that the product must not be
disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, but should be
collected separately.
The direct current symbol.
S/N The serial number.
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To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not touch the inner conductor of the LEMO-00
P1 OUT and P2 OUT connectors for the TRPP 5810 pulser/preamplifier. Up to 200 V
can be present on the inner conductor.
CAUTION
TRPP 5810 LEMO 00
P1 OUT and P2 OUT
connectors inner
conductors
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Important Information — Please Read Before Use
Intended Use
The InterBox is designed to perform nondestructive inspections on industrial and
commercial materials.
Do not use the InterBox for any purpose other than its intended use. It must never be
used to inspect or examine human or animal body parts.
Instruction Manual
This instruction manual contains essential information on how to use this Olympus
product safely and effectively. Before using this product, thoroughly review this
instruction manual. Use the product as instructed.
Keep this instruction manual in a safe, accessible location.
WARNING
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Some of the details of components illustrated in this manual may differ from the
components installed on your instrument. However, the operating principles remain
the same.
Instrument Compatibility
The InterBox wiring interconnection box is compatible with the Olympus ancillary
equipment listed in Table 2 on page 6.
Always use equipment and accessories that meet Olympus specifications. Using
incompatible equipment could cause equipment malfunction and/or damage, or
human injury.
Table 2 Ancillary equipment
Part number Item number Description
TRPP-A-PWRC-FLT-15M U8120098 15 m long power cable linking TRPP 5810
or PR06-04 to Focus LT
TRPP-A-PWRC-AC-15M U8767233 Transformer (120 VAC to 240 VAC input to
12 VDC output) with 15 m power supply
cable
TRPP-A-PWRC-OM-10M U8775118 10 m power supply cable linking TRPP 5810
to an OmniScan
TRPP-A-PWRC-OM-15M U8775168 15 m power supply cable linking TRPP 5810
to an OmniScan
TRPP-A-PWRC-AC-10M U8779168 Transformer (120 VAC to 240 VAC input to
12 VDC output) with a 10 m power supply
cable
TRPP-A-PWRC-FLT-10M U8779623 10 m long power cable linking TRPP 5810 to
Focus LT
IMPORTANT
CAUTION
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Repair and Modification
The InterBox does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Opening the instrument
might void the warranty.
In order to prevent human injury and/or equipment damage, do not disassemble,
modify, or attempt to repair the instrument.
TRPP-A-PWRC-AC-5M U8779647 Transformer (120 VAC to 240 VAC input to
12 VDC output) with 5 m power supply
cable.
TRPP-A-PWRC-OM-25M U8775216 25 m power supply cable linking TRPP 5810
to an OmniScan
TRPP-A-PWRC-AC-25M U8775217 Transformer (120 VAC to 240 VAC input to
12 VDC output) with 25 m power supply
cable
TRPP-A-PWRC-OM-30M U8775221 30 m power supply cable linking TRPP 5810
to an OmniScan
TRPP-A-PWRC-AC-30M U8775222 Transformer (120 VAC to 240 VAC input to
12 VDC output) with 30 m power supply
cable
OmniScan PA or FOCUS LT N/A Many OmniScan and Focus LT instrument
models can be used.
Table 2 Ancillary equipment (continued)
Part number Item number Description
CAUTION
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Presence of Visual Interferences or Phantom Spots
In a situation of physical proximity of powerful electromagnetic radiators, visual
interferences or phantom spots maybe present. These interferences are temporary and
their persistence is not permanent in comparison with physical features of the
inspected part.
Safety Symbols
The following safety symbols might appear on the instrument and in the instruction
manual:
General warning symbol
This symbol is used to alert the user to potential hazards. All safety messages that
follow this symbol shall be obeyed to avoid possible harm or material damage.
High voltage warning symbol
This symbol is used to alert the user to potential electric shock hazards greater
than 1000 volts. All safety messages that follow this symbol shall be obeyed to
avoid possible harm.
IMPORTANT
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Safety Signal Words
The following safety symbols might appear in the documentation of the instrument:
The DANGER signal word indicates an imminently hazardous situation. It calls
attention to a procedure, practice, or the like, which, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, will result in death or serious personal injury. Do not proceed beyond a
DANGER signal word until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
The WARNING signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation. It calls
attention to a procedure, practice, or the like, which, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in death or serious personal injury. Do not proceed beyond a
WARNING signal word until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
The CAUTION signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation. It calls
attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like, which, if not correctly
performed or adhered to, may result in minor or moderate personal injury, material
damage, particularly to the product, destruction of part or all of the product, or loss of
data. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION signal word until the indicated conditions
are fully understood and met.
Note Signal Words
The following safety symbols could appear in the documentation of the instrument:
The IMPORTANT signal word calls attention to a note that provides important
information, or information essential to the completion of a task.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
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The NOTE signal word calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like,
which requires special attention. A note also denotes related parenthetical
information that is useful, but not imperative.
The TIP signal word calls attention to a type of note that helps you apply the
techniques and procedures described in the manual to your specific needs, or
provides hints on how to effectively use the capabilities of the product.
Safety
Before turning on the instrument, verify that the correct safety precautions have been
taken (see the following warnings). In addition, note the external markings on the
instrument, which are described under “Safety Symbols”.
Warnings
General Warnings
• Carefully read the instructions contained in this instruction manual prior to
turning on the instrument.
• Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for further reference.
• Follow the installation and operation procedures.
• It is imperative to respect the safety warnings on the instrument and in this
instruction manual.
• If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment could be impaired.
• Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification to the
instrument.
• Service instructions, when applicable, are for trained service personnel. To avoid
the risk of electric shock, do not perform any work on the instrument unless
NOTE
TIP
WARNING
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qualified to do so. For any problem or question regarding this instrument, contact
Olympus or an authorized Olympus representative.
• Do not touch the connectors directly by hand. Otherwise, a malfunction or electric
shock may result.
• Do not allow metallic or foreign objects to enter the device through connectors or
any other openings. Otherwise, a malfunction or electric shock may result.
Equipment Disposal
Before disposing of the InterBox, check your local laws, rules, and regulations, and
follow them accordingly.
CE (European Community)
WEEE Directive
This device complies with the requirements of both directive
2004/108/EC concerning electromagnetic compatibility and directive
2006/95/EC concerning low voltage. The CE marking indicates
compliance with the above directives.
In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), this symbol indicates that the
product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, but
should be collected separately. Refer to your local Olympus distributor
for return and/or collection systems available in your country.
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EMC Directive Compliance
This equipment generates and uses radio-frequency energy and, if not installed and
used properly (that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions), may
cause interference. The InterBox has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for an industrial device in accordance with the specifications of the EMC directive.
Warranty Information
Olympus guarantees your Olympus product to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a specific period, and in accordance with conditions specified in the
Olympus Scientific Solutions Americas Inc. Terms and Conditions available at
http://www.olympus-ims.com/en/terms/.
The Olympus warranty only covers equipment that has been used in a proper
manner, as described in this instruction manual, and that has not been subjected to
excessive abuse, attempted unauthorized repair, or modification.
Inspect materials thoroughly on receipt for evidence of external or internal damage
that might have occurred during shipment. Immediately notify the carrier making the
delivery of any damage, because the carrier is normally liable for damage during
shipment. Retain packing materials, waybills, and other shipping documentation
needed in order to file a damage claim. After notifying the carrier, contact Olympus
for assistance with the damage claim and equipment replacement, if necessary.
This instruction manual explains the proper operation of your Olympus product. The
information contained herein is intended solely as a teaching aid, and shall not be
used in any particular application without independent testing and/or verification by
the operator or the supervisor. Such independent verification of procedures becomes
increasingly important as the criticality of the application increases. For this reason,
Olympus makes no warranty, expressed or implied, that the techniques, examples, or
procedures described herein are consistent with industry standards, nor that they
meet the requirements of any particular application.
Olympus reserves the right to modify any product without incurring the
responsibility for modifying previously manufactured products.
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Technical Support
Olympus is firmly committed to providing the highest level of customer service and
product support. If you experience any difficulties when using our product, or if it
fails to operate as described in the documentation, first consult the user’s manual, and
then, if you are still in need of assistance, contact our After-Sales Service. To locate the
nearest service center, visit the Service Centers page at: http://www.olympus-
ims.com.
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