Uniblitz VincentAssociates VED24 User manual

User Manual
VED24 Shutter Driver
14-0071
Version 1.40
2020
1.800.828.6972

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Information in this publication supersedes that in all previously published material. Due to our
ongoing development program, Vincent Associates reserves the right to discontinue or change
specifications or designs, at any time, without incurring any obligation.
Revision Table
Version 1.40 - 2020
6/25/20 STP Updated Warranty to current version. Updated Table 4 with ES6B, NS65B,
NS25S, CS65E, and CS90HE settings. LS series no longer requires special
adapter. This document was version 1.31 prior to these changes.
Version 1.31 - 2016
6/14/16 STP Added Appendix A with DoC. This document was version 1.30 prior to these
changes.
Version 1.30 - 2016
6/1/16 STP Added applicable (CE) certifications. Updated Warranty to current version.
Index and TOC were updated. This document was version 1.10 prior to these
changes.
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803 Linden Ave.
Rochester, NY 14625
Tel: [phone]
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UNIBLITZ, N-CAS and VINCENT ASSOCIATES are registered trademarks of VA, Inc.
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Printed in the U.S.A.

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Warranty
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY: All Products manufactured by VINCENT
ASSOCIATES® (MANUFACTURER) are warranted to meet published specifications and to be
free of defects in materials and workmanship as defined in the specifications for 365 days - one
year - (WARRANTY PERIOD) from the date of original shipment of the product. DSS series
shutters are additionally warranted as defined in the DSS SERIES CYCLE WARRANTY
CRITERION below. MANUFACTURER will, at its own option within the WARRANTY
PERIOD, repair or replace without charge any listed item discovered to be defective excepting
transportation charges. Burned out or otherwise damaged actuator coils are not covered under
this warranty. Any defective product returned to the MANUFACTURER must follow the
RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION PROCEDURE as defined below. This warranty
does not extend to cover damage resulting from alteration, misuse, negligence, abuse, normal
wear and tear, or accident. The MANUFACTURER will consider the return of unused
equipment if returned within 30 days from the original date of shipment, subject to a 20%
restocking charge. This offer does not apply to used or damaged equipment. This warranty
extends only to the original purchase and is not available to any third party, including any
purchaser assemblies or other Products of which the goods may become component equipment.
DSS AND ES SERIES CYCLE WARRANTY CRITERION: The DSS10B, DSS20B and
DSS25B, are guaranteed for 2,000,000 operations or one year. DSS35B devices are guaranteed
for 5,000,000 operations or one year. ES6 devices are guaranteed for 25,000,000 operations or
one year. One “operation” is considered one opening and one closure of the shutter. DSS and ES
Series shutters (excluding the DSS35B) must be operated with the ED12DSS or VED24 driver.
The DSS35B shutter devices must be operated with the VED24 driver. All DSS and ES Series
shutters must be operated within the defined environmental, electrical and mechanical
specifications as listed on the device’s data sheet. After one year (WARRANTY PERIOD), the
cycle warranty is null and void. If returned, the device must be accompanied by a written
statement indicating the approximate number of cycles contained on the device, include all
parameters to which the shutter was operated and follow the RETURN MATERIAL
AUTHORIZATION PROCEDURE as defined below.
RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION PROCEDURE: MANUFACTURER will only
accept returned Products from customers that have obtained an RMA (Return Material
Authorization) number from the MANUFACTURER. The customer must also include an
itemized statement of defect(s). The Product will then be evaluated per the
MANUFACTURER'S standard repair guidelines. Any Product which has been returned to the
MANUFACTURER, but which is found to meet the applicable specifications and not defective
in materials and workmanship shall be subject to the MANUFACTURER's standard evaluation
charge. The MANUFACTURER assumes no liability for customer returned material.
LIMIT OF LIABILITY: The buyer's exclusive remedy and the limit of MANUFACTURER'S
liability for any loss whatsoever shall not exceed the purchase price paid by the buyer for the
goods to which a claim is made. MANUFACTURER does not give any implied warranties of
merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or of any other nature in connection with the
sale of any Products.

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TABLEOFCONTENTS
WARRANTY..................................................................................................................... 2
LIST OF TABLES ............................................................................................................ 4
LIST OF FIGURES .......................................................................................................... 4
GENERAL SAFETY SUMMARY .................................................................................. 5
Injury Precautions ..................................................................................................... 5
Product Damage Precautions ................................................................................... 6
Safety Terms and Symbols ........................................................................................ 7
PREFACE .......................................................................................................................... 8
GETTING STARTED ...................................................................................................... 9
Features of the VED24 .............................................................................................. 9
Power Supply, Cables, and Misc ............................................................................ 10
Introduction .............................................................................................................. 11
Start Up ..................................................................................................................... 12
Initial Operation and Testing ................................................................................. 13
OPERATOR CONTROLS ............................................................................................ 16
VED24 Front Operator Controls ........................................................................... 16
VED24 Rear Operator Controls ............................................................................. 18
VED24 Function Operator Controls ...................................................................... 20
NOTES ............................................................................................................................. 22
OPERATING BASICS ................................................................................................... 23
Function Switches .................................................................................................... 23
I/O Considerations ................................................................................................... 24
USB Operation ......................................................................................................... 24
Trigger Cautions and Trouble Shooting Tips ....................................................... 25
Maintenance ............................................................................................................. 26
General Care ............................................................................................................ 26
Inspection .................................................................................................................. 26
Cleaning Procedure ................................................................................................. 26
SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................... 27
System Characteristics ............................................................................................ 27
External Input Characteristics ............................................................................... 28
External Output Characteristics ............................................................................ 28
General Characteristics .......................................................................................... 29
APPENDIX A (DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY) ............................................. 31
INDEX .............................................................................................................................. 33

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ListofTables
Table 1: 5-Pin SwitchCraft Male Receptacle Pin-Out ............................................................ 18
Table 2: FUNCTION DIP Switch Settings .............................................................................. 20
Table 3: VED24 Octal Switch Pulse Duration Settings .......................................................... 20
Table 4: Function & Octal Switch Settings for All Available Shutter Series ....................... 21
ListofFigures
Figure 1, VED24 Overall Dimensional Layout ........................................................................ 14
Figure 2, PS24, 24VDC Power Supply Overall Dimensional Layout .................................... 15
Figure 3, VED24 Front Panel Layout ....................................................................................... 17
Figure 4, VED24 Rear Panel Layout......................................................................................... 19

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GeneralSafetySummary
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Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or
any products connected to it. To avoid potential hazards, use the product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
InjuryPrecautions
 Use Proper Supply Power and Proper Power Cord (Included) – To avoid fire hazard,
use only correct power and cable as specified elsewhere in this manual. Model PS24
Power supply and line cord are provided.
 Avoid Electric Overload – To avoid electrical shock or fire hazard, do not apply a
voltage to a terminal that is outside the range specified for that terminal.
 Avoid Electric Shock – To avoid injury or loss of life, do not connect or disconnect line
cord (of power supply) while it is connected to the line voltage.
 Ground the Product – This product is grounded through the VED24 DC input. Before
making connections to the input or output terminals of the product, ensure that the
product is properly grounded. DO NOT DEFEAT THE GROUND CONNECTION
OF THE INCLUDED POWER SUPPLY.
 Access to On/Off Switch – Due to the position of the unit’s power switch at the rear, do
not position the unit such that it is difficult to operate the on/off switch.
 Use Proper Fuse – To avoid fire hazard, use only the fuse type and rating specified for
this product.
 Do Not operate in Wet/Damp Conditions – To avoid electric shock, do not operate this
product in wet or damp conditions.
 Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere – To avoid injury or fire hazard, do not
operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.

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ProductDamagePrecautions
 Use Proper Power Source – Do not operate this product from a power source that
applies more than the voltage specified. It is recommended to use the PS24 (included) or
equivalent DC Power Supply.
 Provide Proper Ventilation – To prevent product overheating, provide proper
ventilation.
 Do Not Operate with Suspected Failures – If you suspect there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.

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SafetyTermsandSymbols
These terms appear in this manual
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CAUTION
Warning statements identify conditions or practices that
could result in injury or loss of life.
Caution statements identify conditions or practices that
could result in damage to this product or other property.
WARNING

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Preface
This manual provides information for the VED24 Shutter Driver. The manual contains the
following chapters:
 Getting Started contains a brief product description, information needed to power on the
driver and a brief procedure to verify that it functions.
 Operator Controls provide an outline of the control functions at the front and rear panels
of the VED24 device. This also includes the location and function of the input/output
signals.
 Operating Basics gives further details to the operational features of the driver.
 Specifications are described for all input/output levels including other pertinent details
and information required for the USB interface.
 Index contains a full index.
What follows is the complete operator’s manual for the UNIBLITZVED24 Shutter Driver.
Please read this manual completely before operating the unit. Due to the construction of this
unit, Vincent Associates recommends that the unit be returned to the manufacturer for repair.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

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GettingStarted
FeaturesoftheVED24
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 Microprocessor controlled
 CE Certified to IEC/EN 61010-1:2010 (LVD) and EN 61326-1:2013(for EMC). See
page 31 for applicable certification information.
 RoHS Compliant
 Operates all shutters in a bi-stable or uni-stable configuration – user configurable via
FUNCTION switches.
 5-pin Male SwitchCraft locking shutter interface connector.
 Operates most UNIBLITZ® shutters such as CS, DSS, NS, LS, TS and VS series. (See
Table #4 on page 21 for additional exclusions.) The 510F interconnect cable (included)
is required when connecting shutters to the VED24.
 Normally-open or normally-closed shutter operation in the uni-stable mode.
 Indicators for POWER, DRIVER active, and SYNC output status.
 Exposure determined by external pulse width (TTL) or switch contact closure to the
PULSE INPUT BNC.
 SYNC OUTPUT BNC is TTL, for active-high operation.
 PULSE INPUT BNC is TTL, for active-low operation.
 USB Type B input receptacle for computer interface control.
 Selectable voltage output for operation of larger aperture shutter devices.
 32 Selectable pulse width durations for specific shutters via 8-position octal switch.
 Internal fuse protection for all DC output voltages (including shutter).
 Operates on +24 VDC, 40W switching power supply, included
 Power supply input via 2.0 mm DC jack.
 Size (HWD): 1.61 x 5.47 x 4.60 in. (41 x 139 x 116.8 mm)
 Weight: 12.27 oz. (0.35 kg)
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PowerSupply,Cables,andMisc
 PS24 +24 VDC, 40W Power Supply,100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (Included)
 510F Shutter interconnect cable, 5-pin female SWC to 5-pin female SWC, 3 meters.
(Included)
 5M203D Shutter Adapter Cable, 5-pin male Switchcraft to 2-pin JST adapter for DSS &
TS shutter series. (Included)
 701A-S5 Shutter Adapter Cable 7-pin female WPI to 5-pin male SWC, (Included)
 USB-AB USB”A” plug to USB “B” Plug, 1 meter (Included)
 710R Remote hand-held trigger cable (used with active-low BNC - Optional)
 710R/F Remote foot-switch trigger cable (used with active-low BNC - Optional)

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Introduction
The VED24 is a versatile, user-friendly driver for all UNIBLITZ® shutters. The VED24 has the
capability to drive most shutters in the UNIBLITZ line and includes all of the adapters necessary
for their interconnection. Additionally, the VED24 has shown to increase the lifetime of some
shutters series due to the new novel type of driver system originally designed for the DSS, NS
and TS shutter systems.
The driver has user-selectable FUNCTION switches allowing it to handle a variety of shutter
configurations. It will operate shutters configured as uni-stable (normally open or normally
closed), or bi-stable where no power is required to hold the shutter open or closed. In addition to
this capability, the VED24 can also operate most standard CS, LS and VS series shutters.
Simple and straightforward controls on the front panel allow the VED24 to be easy to use and
configure. LED indicators indicate shutter status at a glance. A toggle switch allows easy
selection of normally-open or normally-closed operation. A PULSE INPUT BNC is provided
for direct control of the shutter from a digital signal (TTL) and is configured active low. This
will also allow the direct connection of our 710R or our 710R/F remote switch cables. A bank
of four user-selectable FUNCTION switches is accessible on the front panel. These switches
will set the VED24 in a number of configurations to allow most UNIBLITZ shutter types to be
driven. The rotary octal switch establishes 16 different PULSE DURATION selections for each
uni-stable and bi-stable shutter selections for a total of 32 timing pulse selections.
The rear of the unit contains an output for the electronic synchronization via the SYNC
OUTPUT BNC connector. Power is supplied to the VED24 via a 2.0 mm DC POWER jack.
The Shutter output is a male 5-pin locking SwitchCraft connector. In addition, computer control
is also available via the USB “B” connector and a USB “A” to USB “B” cable is included with
the VED24. A power ON/OFF slide switch is also located on the rear panel.

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StartUp
After unpacking your unit inspect for any defects. If upon inspection a problem is found, or a
part (or parts) is missing, notify Vincent Associates immediately. A check list is provided for a
quick inventory of included cables and accessories.
After the initial inspection the unit is ready to use. To properly install and power on the VED24,
perform this procedure:
1. Verify that the VED24 power slide switch is selected to the “OFF” (”0”) position.
2. Connect the 2 mm power plug of the supplied power supply to the DC POWER input
jack of the VED24.Be sure the power switch of the VED24 is in the “OFF” (“0”)
position before connecting the power supply’s AC plug to the AC line. Attach line cord
to the power supply first before plugging into the AC power source.
3. Plug the provided power supply into a 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz power source.
4. Power the VED24 unit ON by sliding the power switch to the “ON” (”1”) position.
Power LED (lower green) indicator will illuminate (see front panel).
5. Due to the position of the unit’s power switch at the rear of the VED24, do not position
the unit such that it is difficult to operate the ON/OFF switch.
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InitialOperationandTesting
The VED24 will operate from a supplied +24 VDC power supply, the PS24.
See Start Up section for connection to power source. Insert the 5-pin female SwitchCraft
connector of the 510F shutter interconnect cable into 5-pin male SwitchCraft receptacle at rear of
unit. Connect the 5-pin female connector of the Model 510F shutter interconnect cable to 5-pin
male connector on shutter to be driven or use the proper provided adapter to interconnect to your
shutter.
Set the FUNCTION and the PULSE DURATION switches for the shutter being used, see charts
on pages 20 and 21.
Place the POWER switch to the ON (”1”) position, the green POWER LED will illuminate.
Place the N.O./N.C. switch to the N.O. position. The shutter will open and remain open until the
switch is returned to the N.C. position. When in the uni-stable mode, the green DRIVER LED
will illuminate when this switch is in the N.O. position, when the driver is in the bi-stable mode,
on the opening transition the green DRIVER LED will flash. The operation of the shutter
described assumes that the FUNCTION switches are configured for the proper shutter used; uni-
stable or bi-stable. Please see FUNCTION Select under GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS.
The VED24, UNIBLITZ
®
driver provides the circuitry necessary to support shutters equipped
with the solid state synchronization option. Simply plug the shutter-interconnect cable into the
driver. If your shutter is equipped with this option, the green SYNC LED will illuminate when
the shutter is in the open position. In addition, the SYNC OUTPUT BNC will change to the
active state when the shutter is open. The absence of the solid state synchronization option will
only inhibit the operation of the SYNC output and SYNC LED. The remainder of the VED24
systems will not be affected.
See SPECIFICATIONS and OPERATOR CONTROLS for additional operational information
concerning other systems of the VED24.
Should the shutter and/or driver not respond as described previously, be sure the DC power plug
from the power supply (provided) is properly seated into the DC power input jack and
connections to the shutter are made properly to the rear of the driver.
Be advised, all fuses are internal to the unit. It is recommended that if a fuse blows, to return the
unit for fuse replacement. Also, particular shutter units respond to different minimum pulse
widths. For example, a standard DSS35B shutter (equipped with Teflon blades) has a minimum
exposure pulse of 45 msec. If the exposure or pulse width presented to the VED24’s PULSE
INPUT is less than 45 msec, the shutter may not open fully. If the unit still does not operate
CAUTION Turn off the unit and remove the plug from the AC source before
removin
g
the D
C
p
ower plu
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f
rom the VED24.
CAUTION Be sure power switch of the VED24 is in the “OFF” position before
connecting the power supply’s AC plug to the line. Attach line cord
to the
p
ower suppl
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f
irst be
f
ore plu
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properly when the proper pulse width is presented to the PULSE INPUT, please notify Vincent
Associates immediately.
See Figure #1 for the VED24 driver’s overall dimensional layout. See Figure #2 for the 24VDC
Power Supply overall dimensional layout.
Figure 1, VED24 Overall Dimensional Layout
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Figure 2, PS24, 24VDC Power Supply Overall Dimensional Layout

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OperatorControls
VED24FrontOperatorControls
Please Refer to Figure 3.
1. POWER LED indicator.
A green LED indicating that DC power is being provided to the unit.
2. DRIVER LED indicator.
A green LED indicating when the internal shutter driver circuit input has an active signal
present.
3. SYNC LED indicator.
Indicates the status of Solid State Synchronization output. This green LED is illuminated
when shutter's electronic SYNC sensor is activated. This LED functions only if the shutter
used is equipped with the Solid State Synchronization system.
4. N.O./N.C. Toggle switch.
The N.O./N.C. switch acts to invert the shutter operation. The position of this switch
determines shutter status BEFORE a trigger signal is received by VED24. In the N.C.
position the shutter will be triggered open by an input pulse signal. In the N.O. position the
shutter will be triggered closed.
5. PULSE INPUT BNC.
Allows control of the shutter’s exposure and frequency from a TTL signal source. The pulse
duration determines the shutter exposure interval. The frequency of the signal presented to this
input determines the frequency of shutter exposures. This input is active low.
6. FUNCTION Switches: Four edge actuated piano-DIP slide switches.
a. Switch 1 is used to select the LOCAL or REMOTE status of the controller. The LOCAL
(up) control disables COM PORT (USB) communication; the BNC PULSE INPUT and
N.O./N.C. switch are enabled. The REMOTE (down) enables the COM PORT (USB)
communication; the BNC PULSE INPUT and N.O./N.C. switch are disabled.
b. Switch 2 is used to select the voltage level provided to the internal shutter driver.
Standard +10.7VDC is provided in the (up) position, +18VDC is provided in the (down)
position. The chart in Table #2 indicates the voltage level for the particular shutter used.
c. Switch 3 allows the user to select between bi-stable (up) and uni-stable (down) modes.
The chart in Table #2 indicates the voltage level for the particular shutter used.
d. Switch 4 allows selection of the PULSE SET as indicated in Table #3. Pulse set #1 is
selected with this switch in the (up) position. Pulse set #2 is selected with this switch in
the (down) position. See Table #3 for a summary of the timing selections available.
7. PULSE DURATION Rotary Switch:
Rotation of the 8-position octal rotary switch (labeled 0 to 7) selects the duration of the drive
pulses to the shutter. These timing selection values are determined by the setting of
FUNCTION SWITCHES #3 and #4. See Table #3 for a listing of timing selections
available. This will allow a total of 16 timing selections for bi-stable shutters and 16
selections for uni-stable shutters. A total of 32 timing selections are available.

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Figure 3, VED24 Front Panel Layout

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VED24RearOperatorControls
Please Refer to Figure 4:
1. USB Serial Control Port
Provides access to the VED24 COM PORT (USB) interface allowing the user to control
functions via commands sent from a computer serial USB port. The INPUT jack accepts
commands directly from a computer’s USB port. This is a listen only device and the status of
the SYNC is not available at this time.
2. SYNC OUTPUT BNC.
This output is for shutters equipped with the Electronic Synchronization (SYNC) System
option. The shutter’s internal SYNC circuit sets the BNC output to an active state when the
SYNC sensor becomes energized. The output goes active when the shutter reaches 80% of full
open, and goes to the inactive state when the shutter reaches 20% closed. The front panel
SYNC LED (green) illuminates when the shutter’s electronic SYNC is active. This output is
an active high signal.
3. SHUTTER Output.
A 5-pin SwitchCraft male locking type connector. Pin-out as follows in Table 1, wire colors
indicate 510F cable (included) and shutter wiring layout, respectively. Be advised, there is no
drain (ground) connection available from the molded 5-pin output connector.
Connector Description Shutter 510F
Pin 1 Shutter Actuator D
r
ive Output (A) Re
d
1Pin 1
Pin 2 Shutter Actuator Drive Output (B) Brown2Pin 2
Pin 3 +5.0VDC Power Suppl
y
Output Blue Pin 3
Pin 4 SYNC Groun
d
Green Pin 4
Pin 5 SYNC Detector Transistor Input Yellow Pin 5
Table 1: 5-Pin SwitchCraft Male Receptacle Pin-Out
4. DC POWER Connector.
A 2 mm jack for DC POWER input from the PS24 Power Supply (provided). Center terminal
is PLUS (+).
5. ON/OFF Power Switch.
Power slide switch – lower (“0”) position is “OFF”, upper (“1”) position is “ON”
1 On DSS type shutters, this connection is part of a Flex circuit
2 On DSS type shutters, this connection is part of a Flex circuit

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Figure 4, VED24 Rear Panel Layout