Oxford Instruments ANDOR ZL41 Cell User manual

ZL41 Cell
1.0 rev Monday, December 12, 2022
User Guide
For model: 4.2, 5.5, Liquid & Air cooled, USB & CameraLink
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Section 1 - Safety and Warning Information
Caution
PLEASE READ THIS INFORMATION FIRST BEFORE USING YOUR PRODUCT
1. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Andor, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
2. Do not position this product so that it is difficult to operate the mains
disconnecting device. See "Emergency Mains Disconnection" on page49.
3. Before using the product, please follow and adhere to all warnings, and
safety, manual handling, and operating instructions located either on the
product, or in this manual.
4. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
5. Users must be authorised and trained personnel only; otherwise, this may
result in personal injury, and/or equipment damage and impaired system
performance.
6. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the product and the enclosure
must not be opened. Only authorised service personnel may service this
equipment.
7. If using liquid cooling, ensure that the coolant supply is connected prior to
powering the camera. Please also read all of the information relating to the
use of coolant in"Cooling Hoses and Connections" on page136.
8. Protective earth is an integral part of the protection against electric shock in
this product and is provided via the earth pin of the external power supply.
Ensure that this is plugged into the building earth system via the mains socket.
Do not tamper with any of the earthing measures.
9. Any External AC/DC Power Supply used with this product must meet the
requirements specified in "Power Supply Information" on page146.
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10. No parts should be replaced by the customer, except for the mains cables or
the fuse, which must be of the same type and rating as that supplied and as
specified in "Power Supply Information" on page146 or "Fuse Replacement"
on page132, and certified in accordance with your region’s safety
regulations.
11. Make sure all cables are located so that they will not be subject to damage,
especially the mains cable.
12. While running an experiment, keep room temperature as stable as possible.
13. Performance of the system may be adversely affected by rapidly changing
environmental conditions or operation outside of the operating conditions
specified in "Technical Specifications" on page140.
14. Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided as specified in "Environmental
Specifications" on page144.
15. This product is designed to be used in an indoor environment. If the customer
chooses to use this outside, then it is their responsibility to provide adequate
protection. Andor assumes no liability for damage or obligation to repair
under warranty relating to use outside of the environmental requirements
specified in "Technical Specifications" on page140.
16. Medical Diagnosis: This equipment has not been designed and
manufactured for the medical diagnosis of patients.
17. Electromagnetic Compatibility (CameraLink 10-tap Variant) – Caution: This
product was designed for and tested using the IEC/EN 61326-1 EMC standard
for Class A emissions and a Basic immunity environment. Class A means that it
is not designed for a domestic or residential environment, and Industrial
immunity refers to the fact that it is designed to cope with the interference
found in a typical industrial environment This equipment is not intended for
use in residential environments and may not provide adequate protection to
radio reception in such environments.
18. Electromagnetic Compatibility (USB3 Variants): This product was designed
for and tested using the IEC/EN 61326-1 EMC standard for Class B emissions
and a Industrial immunity environment. Class B means that it is designed for a
domestic or residential environment, and Industrial immunity refers to the fact
that it is designed to cope with the interference found in a typical industrial
environment.
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19. Electromagnetic Compatibility: As required by IEC/EN 61326-1, we must
inform you that electromagnetic emissions in excess of that required by that
EMC standard for the emissions class of this product can in theory occur due
to its connection to other equipment.
20. EMC Permissible Loss of Performance (USB3 Variant Only): This product
complies with international EMC standards, but please note that this includes
a permissible loss of performance as allowed by IEC/EN 61326-1:2021 for a
highly unlikely event that could theoretically occur during 4 kV contact ESD
strikes: 1 frame of in-transit data (i.e. not stored data) may be lost during a
transaction. This issue has never been seen during normal use and theoretical
probability decreases with decreasing speed, i.e. probability of occurrence
during full-bandwidth kinetic series is extremely unlikely, but occurrence
during software-triggered frames is almost impossible.
21. Electromagnetic Compatibility: This product has been designed and tested
to perform successfully in a normal (basic) electromagnetic environment,
e.g. a typical life science test laboratory, as per the EU EMC Directive. It is not
designed to operate in a harsh electromagnetic environment, e.g. close to
the following equipment: EMI/RFI generators, electrostatic field generators,
electromagnetic or radioactive devices, plasma sources, arc welders, x-ray
instruments, intense pulsed sources, or other similar sources of high energy
fields whose emissions are not within the normal range expected under the
EU EMC Directive.
22. Ionising Radiation: Please note that this product is not designed to provide
protection from ionising radiation. Any customer using this product in such an
application should provide their own protection.
23. This product is a precision scientific instrument containing fragile
components. Always handle it with care.
24. Do not wet or spill liquids on the product, and do not store or place liquids on
the product.
25. If spillage occurs on the product, switch off power immediately, and wipe off
with a dry, lint-free cloth.
26. If any ingress of liquids has occurred or is suspected, unplug the mains cables
and do not use. Contact customer support.
27. See "General Cleaning & Decontamination Information" on page131.
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28. Do not expose the product to open flames.
29. Do not allow objects to fall on the product.
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1.1 Label Symbols
EU CE Mark by which we indicate that this product meets the requirements
all the relevant EU Product Directives that require this mark, including the
Low Voltage Directive for safety (as this product is manufactured in North-
ern Ireland, it does not require the UKCA Mark)
EU WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Mark which indicates
that this should not be disposed of in domestic waste but at a suitable
recycling site
China EPUP (Environmental Protection Use Period) Mark that indicates that
this product is expected to last for 20 years approximately before ending-
up in the waste and recycling system
D.C. voltage symbol
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1.2 Unpacking Information
Carefully unpack the unit and retain the packaging materials to transport or return
equipment if required:
lIf the equipment appears damaged in any way, return it to sales outlet in its
original packaging.
lNo responsibility for damage arising from the use of non-approved
packaging will be accepted.
lEnsure all items and accessories specified at the time of ordering and as
detailed on the packing list are present: if any items are missing, please
contact your sales representative.
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1.3 Revision History
Version Released Description
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1.4 Updates to the Manual
Changes are periodically made to the product, and these will be incorporated
into new editions of the manual. Please check for new releases of the manual at:
andor.oxinst.com/downloads. If you find an issue in this manual, please contact
your customer support representative with a description of the issue.
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Section 2 - Introduction
Thank you for choosing the ZL41 Cell Scientific CMOS (sCMOS) camera. You are
now in possession of a revolutionary new sCMOS camera, a breakthrough
technology based on the next-generation CMOS image sensor (CIS) design and
fabrication techniques. The camera offers two image sensors of 5.5 Megapixels
(ZL41 Cell 5.5) and 4.2 Megapixels (ZL41 Cell 4.2). It is available in both air cooled,
and water cooled forms and with Camera Link and USB 3.0 connection options.
Figure 1:ZL41 Cell sCMOS Camera
The ZL41 Cell sCMOS camera offers:
lExtremely low noise
lRapid frame rates
lWide dynamic range
lHigh quantum efficiency (QE)
lHigh resolution
lLarge field of view
This manual contains useful information and advice to ensure you get the
optimum performance from your new system. If you have any questions regarding
your ZL41 Cell, camera please feel free to contact Andor directly, or via your local
representative or supplier.
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2.1 Technical Support
If you have any questions regarding the use of this equipment, please contact the
representative from whom your system was purchased, or:
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Europe
Andor Technology
7 Millennium Way
Springvale Business Park
Belfast
BT12 7AL
Northern Ireland
Tel. [phone]
Fax. [phone]
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USA
Andor Technology
300 Baker Avenue
Suite # 150
Concord
MA 01742
USA
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Asia-Pacific
Andor Technology (Japan)
5F IS Building
3-32-42 Higashi-Shinagawa
Tokyo 140-0002
Japan
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China
Andor Technology
Unit 1, Building A,
66 Zhufang Rd, Haidian Dist.
Beijing 100085
China
Tel: [phone]
Fax. [phone]
The latest contact details for your local representative can be found on our
website andor.oxinst.com/support
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2.2 Copyright and Protective Notices
The copyright in this document and the associated drawings are the property of
Andor Technology Ltd. and all rights are reserved. This document and the
associated drawings are issued on condition that they are not copied, reprinted or
reproduced, nor their contents disclosed.
The publication of information in this documentation does not imply freedom from
any patent or proprietary right of Andor Technology Ltd. or any third party.
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2.3 Disclaimer
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY,
CONDITION OR REPRESENTATION OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED,
STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL ANDOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER
DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE
HOWSOEVER CAUSED WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT TORT OR OTHERWISE,
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THE INFORMATION
PROVIDED HEREIN.
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2.4 Trademarks and Patent Information
Andor, ZL41 Cell and the Andor logo are trademarks of Andor Technology Ltd.
Andor Technology Ltd. is an Oxford Instruments company. All other marks are
property of their owners.
Manufacturers Information
Andor Technology Ltd., Belfast, BT12 7AL, UK.
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2.5 Supplied Components
The standard components supplied with the ZL41 Cell are shown below:
Table 1:Supplied components.
Description Quantity
ZL41 Cell 5.5 or ZL41 Cell 4.2 sCMOS Camera with
Integral Lens Mount Adaptor (C, CS or F-mount: as
selected at time of ordering)
1
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Power supply unit (PS12) 1
Country specific power cable 1
Camera to PC Interface cable(s)
USB 3.0
10-tap
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1 x 3 m
2 x 3 m
Multi I/O timing cable 1 x 3 m
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 Description Quantity
PCIe frame grabber card 1
Coolant hose inserts (for water cooled models
only) 2
Anti-static strap 1
Quick start guide 1
Hex key set (1.5 mm) 1
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2.6 Camera Model Options
There are a number of models of ZL41 Cell camera based off of a common
architecture and shared design. The differences for each model can be identified
from the product codes and descriptions outlined below:
Table 2:Model options.
Description Code
ZL41 Cell 4.2 PLUS, 4.2 Megapixel, Rolling shutter, 100 fps, Camera Link 10-tap ZYLA-4.2P-CL10-C
ZL41 Cell 4.2 PLUS, 4.2 Megapixel, Rolling shutter, 53 fps, USB 3.0 ZYLA-4.2P-USB3-C
ZL41 Cell 5.5, 5.5 Megapixel, Rolling and Global shutter, 40 fps, USB 3.0 ZYLA-5.5-USB3-C
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2.7 Optional Components
There are a range of optional and additional accessories available for ZL41 Cell
including:
Table 3:Optional components.
Description Order Code
SRRF-Stream+ real time super resolution for ZL41 Cell 4.2 SRRF-Stream-
Zyla-4P
CS-mount adapter ACC-MEC-05609
F-mount adapter ACM-05574
Auto extension tubes (set of 3) for C-mount OA-ECMT
Auto extension tubes (set of 3) for Nikon F OA-ENAF
Re-circulator for enhanced cooling performance XW-RECR
Oasis 160 Ultra compact chiller unit ACC-XW-CHIL-
160
5 meter cable for use with Axion frame grabber for Camera Link 10-tap mod-
els. (2 required) ACC-ASE-13532
3 meter 7-way Multi I/O timing cable, offering Fire, External Trigger, Shutter and
Arm. ACC-ACZ-05612
Please see the product specifications or contact Andor or your nearest Andor
representative for further information.
Longer lengths of USB 3.0 cable are available from other suppliers such as
Stemmer/CEI.
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Section 3 - Product Overview
This section provides an overview of the main features of the ZL41 Cell.
ZL41 Cell 4.2 PLUS and 5.5 are available as water cooled or air cooled models. ZL41
Cell 4.2 PLUS comes equipped with a 4.2 Megapixel sensor and rolling shutter as
standard. Whereas ZL41 Cell 5.5 has a 5.5 Megapixel sensor, with both rolling and
global shutter options. Both models can be fitted with USB 3.0 or CameraLink
connectivity. Please see your individual purchase order for details on your specific
model.
Figure 2:ZL41 Cell sCMOS Camera
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3.1 Rear Panel
The rear panel of both USB 3.0 and Cameralink models is shown below.
Figure 3:ZL41 Cell Back Plate Connections (Left) Cameralink versions (Right) USB 3.0 version
1. I/O 15-Way D Type Connector
2. 12V DC Power Connector, see "Power Supply Information" on page146 for
more information.
3. CL1 connector, this is the connection for the Camera Link version of the ZL41
Cell camera.
4. CL2 connector, this connection is required for the 10-tap (double cable)
Camera Link version of the ZL41 Cell 5.5 and ZL41 Cell 4.2 camera .
5. On/Off Switch
6. USB 3.0 Connector, this is the connection for the USB 3.0 version of the ZL41
Cell camera. It is not present on the Camera Link versions.
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