Oxford Instruments Andor iKon-XL Flexi User manual

iKon-XL (Flexi) Quick Start Guide
Unpacking your Camera
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Installing Software (Solis or SDK)
You must have administrator access on your PC to perform this installation.
The same instructions cover the installation procedure for Andor’s Solis, or if using third party software, Andor SDK.
Windows: Switch on the PC, insert the CD (or access the download location) and run the setup exe e.g AndorSDKSetup-<version>.exe
1. Conrm the version of software.
2. Follow the on screen prompts.
3. Select the installation directory when prompted.
4. If prompted for camera type select iKon-XL
5. On the nal window click on “Install”. Continue to follow the on screen prompts.
6. To complete the installation, when prompted select “Yes, restart the computer now” and click on the nish button.
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Please turn over
CCU-500A Camera
Controller*
Software & Driver
CD(s) or Flash Drive
Country Specic
Power Cord
BNC-SMA
Cable (x3)
iKon-XL
CCD Camera
(Flexi model)
Fibre Optic
PCIe Card
Fibre Optic
(LC-LC)
USB 3.0 Cable
Camera Control
Cable*
USB 3.0 Card Anti-Static Strap
* CCU-500 units are congured to operate only with the supplied CCU-500 to camera control cable.
Accessories CablesCamera
Refer to the hardware guide for further guidelines.
Linux: Switch on the PC, then unpack the archive that you have received. In the following steps replace <version> with the version number of
the archive you have. E.g. 2.102.30000.0
1. Open a terminal.
2. Change the directory to where the andor-<version>.tar.gz le is located.
3. Type “tar -zxvf andor-<version>.tar.gz”.
4. A new directory named “andor” is created.
5. To install the SDK run the script “install_andor” from the andor directory and follow the on screen prompts. (See the INSTALL le located in
the same directory for further information).
Preparing your Facility
Handle the camera and accessories with care.
iKon-XL weighs approx 8.25 kg [18 lb 3 oz].
Observe anti-static precautions when
installing the camera.
Ensure 100 mm clearance around camera
and power supply vents (Do not block
vents when operating on benchtop).
Operation of the camera close to intense
pulsed sources (e.g. plasma and X-ray
sources) may compromise performance.
Keep dry, <70% humidity non-condensing.
Use correct power supply and cables.
Operate between 0°C and 30°C
Store between -30°C and 50°C.
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If using liquid cooling the liquid cooler must be
connected and running before switching on the
camera. Refer to Section 5 for further guidelines.
This is a Class I laser product.

Ensure your PC is powered off. Ensure anti-static precautions using the
anti-static strap provided. Keep all screws safe.
1. Unplug all cables from the rear of the computer.
2. Open the PC enclosure to gain access to the expansion slots.
3. Locate a suitable PCIe slot for either bre optic or USB 3.0 cards:
x4, x8 x16
PCIe recommended. Note that x1 slots may be shared with other devices resulting
in reduced system performance . If you are unsure which slot is correct, please
consult the PC user manual.
4. Remove the ller bracket corresponding to the slot you intend to use.
5. Remove the PCIe card carefully from its protective ESD packaging and insert
the card connector fully into the expansion slot.
6. Ensure the card’s mounting bracket is ush with any other mounting or ller
brackets to either side of it, then secure the controller card in place.
7. Fit the computer cover and any accessories that you were using previously.
Installing the Fibre Optic Adapter or USB 3.0 Card
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Camera Cooling Guidelines
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1. Attach the camera control cable between the camera and the CCU-500
camera controller. Use only the supplied cable - each CCU-500 is
congured specically for use with the supplied cable. Also ensure the
power cable is fully inserted into the camera power socket.
2. Connect by either:
• Fibre optic - connect the cable between the camera and the PC’s
bre optic adapter port.
• USB 3.0 - connect the cable between the camera’s USB 3.0 port and
a USB 3.0 port on the PC.
3. Switch the power supply on using the on/off switch at the rear of the
camera controller (You should hear a long beep from the CCU-500).
This is followed by a long beep, followed by two short beeps to indicate
the camera has congured successfully.
4. Now turn on the PC.
Note: If this is the rst time the camera has been connected, please
install the bre optic or USB 3.0 card drivers.
5. Start your software.
6. Check the acquisition settings and adjust as required.
7. Start acquiring data.
Troubleshooting
Camera start-up tone does not sound on start-up
• The camera start-up tone (a long beep, followed by two short beeps) should be audible momentarily when the camera
is powered up.
• If this does not occur, ensure that the camera is connected to the CCU-500.
Support Device not recognised when plugged into PC
• Check that the card and driver(s) have been installed correctly ( (Devices and printers) in Windows, Control Panel. The
camera will show under the Devices list. (see also Section 4 for installation procedure).
Water cooled models: Temperature Trip Alarm sounds (continuous tone)
Should the buzzer sound ensure the following:
• Check that the cooling system is operating correctly.
• Always use water that is above the dew point of the ambient environment to prevent condensation from occurring.
Lights not showing on CCU-500
• A button (see Section 6) enables lights to be on for diagnostic purposes or switched off for low-light applications- check if
this is activated.
Connecting your Camera and Switching it on
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Installing the Fibre Optic or USB 3.0 Card Drivers
1. Install the supplied drivers to ensure that the latest supported drivers are used.
2. Fibre optic adapter card drivers need to be installed before the PC is connected to the camera. These are not part
of the Solis/SDK installation and need to be installed manually from the supplied software disc (Refer to the iKon-
XL Hardware Guide Section 3.10 to 3.12 for further information - this is available from the Product Manuals CD or
MyAndor).
3. Once the drivers are installed, the bre optic adapter card should be detected automatically.
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Unused ller brackets
Gently press the
card into the slot
PCIe
Slot
Secure the card to the PC
Fibre Optic or
USB 3.0
Connection
Air Cooling
• Ensure 100 mm clearance around vents.
• For best cooling performance ensure the camera is operating within the environmental conditions stated in the
Technical Specications of the iKon-XL Hardware Guide.
Liquid Cooling
• The iKon-XL must be connected, via its 2 coolant pipes before operation, to a re-circulating cooler or other liquid
cooling system.
• Always use coolant that is above the dew point of the ambient environment to prevent condensation from
occurring.
• To achieve -75oC [-80oC] cooling:
• Coolant temperature: should be no greater than 16oC [10oC].
• Recommended coolant: water or water/glycol mix depending on the ambient environmental temperature
during operation.
• Ensure that all liquid coolant has been expelled from the camera after operation if it is to be stored or shipped.
• Ensure that the iKon-XL is powered on and connected to the PC via the bre optic cable or USB 3.0 before the
PC is switched on.
• Ensure that all cables have adequate strain relief/support, especially the bre optic connection.
• Remote power down is activated by applying 5 volt @ 10mA to remote BNC at front of the CCU-500.
iKon-XL Rear Panel
Camera Control
Cable Input
Disable Power Management for the USB 3.0 Host Controller
It is recommended that power management should be disabled to ensure optimum camera response and performance.
Note you will need administrator access to perform these steps
1. Navigate to ‘USB 3.0 Host Controller’ properties menu in Device Manager (Control Panel>Device Manager>
Universal Serial Bus Controllers).
2. Select the Advanced tab.
3. Check the Disable USB 3.0 power management functions checkbox.
Please refer to the iKon-XL Hardware Guide for mounting instructions
Ensure that the power to the camera and PC is switched OFF.
Coolant
Connections
I2C
USB 3.0
Fibre Optic
IRIG-B
TTL/Logic
Camera Control
Cable output
CCU-500 Front Panel
Display
Diagnostics
button