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VIEW Micro-Metrology
Benchmark™ 250
Installation Manual

VIEW Micro-Metrology
Benchmark™ 250
Installation Manual
Copyright © 2012 VIEW Micro-Metrology, a Division of Quality Vision
International, Inc.
All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.

Part No. 799030, Revision E, 03/12
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and
does not represent a commitment on the part of VIEW Micro-Metrology.
VIEW Mirco-Metrology, Benchmark, and the VIEW Mirco-Metrology
and Benchmark logos are trademarks of VIEW Micro-Metrology. All
other trademarks mentioned in this manual are property of their
respective owners.
Benchmark equipment is made in the U.S.A.

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Table of Contents
Important System Labels iii
1 About This Manual 1
1.1 What This Chapter Contains 1
1.2 Who Should Read This Manual 1
1.3 Required Knowledge 1
1.4 What This Manual Contains 1
1.5 Where to Get Help 2
2 System Overview 3
2.1 What This Chapter Contains 3
2.2 What Is Benchmark 250? 3
2.3 System Components 4
2.4 How the System Operates 5
3 Safety Information 7
3.1 What This Chapter Contains 7
3.2 Emergency Stop 7
3.3 System Status LEDs 8
3.4 System Power 9
3.5 System Lockout 10
3.6 Safety Guidelines 11
4 Installation 13
4.1 What This Chapter Contains 13
4.2 Choosing an Installation Site 14
4.3 Unpacking the Machine 15
4.4 Removing the X, Y, and Z Restraints 19
4.5 Installing the Stage Glass 23
4.6 Arranging and Connecting the System 24

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5 System Startup & Shutdown 29
5.1 What This Chapter Contains 29
5.2 Powering Up the System 30
5.3 Stopping Stage Motion 31
5.4 Operation Checks 32
5.5 Running a Part Inspection Program 33
5.6 Shutting Down the System 35
5.7 Stage Fixture Mounting Holes 36

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Important System Labels
Label: Location: Definition:
Around the remote E-
Stop (Yellow ring around red
switch)
Emergency stop
Left and right sides of
the stage, on the
substage
Do not lift
Front surface of the
electronics tower Pinch hazard
Top of rear door
Lower rear panel, above
power cord receptacle
Hazardous
voltagepresent;
disconnect
power before
servicing to
avoid electrical
shock
Lower-left corner of
Main System ID label System meets the
requirements of
the European
Union (EU)

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Front surface of the
electronics tower System model and serial
number
Rear door, above lower
rear panel Main system ID
Front surface of the
electronics tower Exercise caution near
this area
Right side of the laser
(if equipped) International laser symbol
Right side of the laser
(if equipped) Indicates that the laser meets
Class 2
requirements of
the IEC-825
European
standard
Label: Location: Definition:

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Right side of the laser
(if equipped) Indicates that the laser meets
Class II
requirements of
the CFR 21
standard
Right side of the laser
(if equipped) Identifies the laser emitting
aperture
Label: Location: Definition:

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Chapter
About This Manual
1.1 What This Chapter Contains
This chapter covers the following:
• Who should read this manual
• What knowledge you must possess in order to use this manual
• What this manual contains
• Where to get help
1.2 Who Should Read This Manual
Read this manual if you will be performing any of the following tasks related to
the Benchmark 250 system:
• unpacking and installing the system
• powering up and/or shutting down the system
• running part inspection programs
For information about using the VMS software, refer to the VMS Reference Guide
(P/N 790411) or the VMS Fast Start Guide (P/N 790438).
1.3 Required Knowledge
To use this manual, you should be familiar with:
• fundamental computing concepts
• non-contact measurement concepts
1.4 What This Manual Contains
This manual will help you unpack, install, set up, and power up the Benchmark
250 video metrology system. Important safety information is also included.
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1.5 Where to Get Help
For help, contact the Customer Support HelpDesk at:
Be prepared to provide the following information when contacting us:
• Model and serial number of your system
• Nature of the problem
• Steps you have taken
• Your phone and fax numbers
• Case number if you are calling about an issue that has already been reported
VIEW Micro-Metrology
1711 West 17th Street
Tempe, AZ 85281 USA
Phone: [phone]
480-295-3170 (service)
Toll Free: 877-767-VIEW
800-SOS-VIEW (service)
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.viewmm.com

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Chapter
System Overview
2.1 What This Chapter Contains
This chapter covers the following:
• What Is Benchmark 250?
• System Components
• How the System Operates
2.2 What Is Benchmark 250?
The Benchmark 250 is a benchtop, high-accuracy, non-contact, dimensional
measurement system. In Quality Assurance applications, Benchmark 250 moves
dimensional inspection out of the lab and onto the production floor. Benchmark
250 is fully automatic and can run part inspection programs, collect data, print
results, and send the results to a Statistical Process Control (SPC) program without
any manual intervention.
Based on the Windows™ XP operating system, the Benchmark 250 system comes
with the VMS metrology software, which provides an easy-to-use graphical user
interface and a full range of dimensional measurement tools.
The Benchmark 250 system has precision dual magnification or single
magnification optics, coaxial and backlight illumination, and patented autofocus
circuitry for high-accuracy Z-axis measurements over a variety of surface textures,
finishes, and colors. The patented LED Programmable Ring Light (PRL) is
optional.
Refer to the Benchmark 250 Technical Data Sheet (part number 799002) for more
technical information.
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2.3 System Components
Figure 2-1 Benchmark 250 System Components
System
Computer
Remote E-Stop
Flat Panel
Display
Joystick Keyboard Mouse
Measuring
Stage

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2.4 How the System Operates
Based on the Windows XP operating system, the Benchmark 250 system comes
installed with its own proprietary application software, image processing
hardware, an easy-to-use graphical user interface, and a full range of dimensional
measurement tools. The following describes a typical processing operation.
Figure 2-2 Benchmark 250 Operation
Select and load a part inspection program from within the metrology software.
Place the part(s) to be measured on a mechanical fixture located on the measuring stage.
Start the part inspection program. The measurement stage locates the first feature to be
measured under the CCD camera and optics, controlled by the metrology software.
The X, Y, and Z position of the stage is read from the corresponding axis measuring scales.
The image is analyzed by the image processing subsystem, and the results of the
measurement are sent to a printer or file.
The system runs automatically until all the features called out by the part program are
measured and the program stops.
Data collected during the program run can be sent directly to the printer, sent to a
Statistical Process Control (SPC) program for further analysis, or put onto a computer
network for use by a remote application program such as Microsoft Excel.
Unload the part(s) and load a new part for inspection. Frequently, a multiple-part inspection
fixture is built so many parts can be inspected without having to stop and reload after each one.

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Chapter
Safety Information
3.1 What This Chapter Contains
This chapter covers the following:
• Emergency Stop
• System Status LEDs
• System Power
• System Lockout
• Safety Guidelines
Also, be sure to review the information on Important System Labels on page iii.
3.2 Emergency Stop
The emergency off (EMO) circuit is activated by pressing the remote E-Stop on
the workstation.
Figure 3-1 Remote E-Stop
The EMO circuit is responsible for disabling system motion in case of an
emergency. The EMO circuit places the system in a safe (shutdown) condition,
which cuts power to the motors.
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3.3 System Status LEDs
The system status LEDs are located on the
interconnection panel on the right-hand
side of the machine. The green LED is the
Power On LED and the yellow LED is the
Stop LED.
The following table includes information
regarding the status of the Stop LED and
provides instructions for recovering from
different Stop conditions.
StopLED
Status Description Cause How to Recover
Off System is in
normal
operation
——
On Recoverable
stop Occurs during the normal power-up
sequence until the
Stop/Start button onthe
joystick is pressed
When prompted, press
theStop/Start buttonon
the joystick.
Occurs when the XY
stage or Z-axis
transport encounters an
end-of-travel limit
Move the axis off of the
limit, and then press the
Stop/Startbuttonon the
joystick
Occurs when servo
parameter settings are
incorrect
Check LED DS7 on the
DSP Multi Axis PCBA
for the source of the E-
Stop.
Occurs when the
remote E-Stop is
pressed
Reset the remote E-Stop
by twisting the knob in
the direction of the
arrows, and then press
theStop/Start buttonon
the joystick.
Stop LED Power On LED

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3.4 System Power
The system comes with an IEC power strip (P/N 037545) and three identical
power cords (P/N 019978) that connect the monitor, system computer, and
machine to the power strip. An external power cord connects the power strip to the
external power source (outlet). External power cord characteristics vary depending
on the country of installation, as outlined in the table below.
The main power fuse is located in the fuse holder that is part of the machine power
cord receptacle assembly. A fuse label indicating the type of fuse installed in the
fuse cartridge is located near the fuse holder.
• Systems configured for 100/120 volt operation have one 10 Amp, 250 Volt,
Slo Blo fuse
• Systems configured for 200/240 volt operation have two 6.3 Amp, 250 Volt,
Slo Blo fuses
Warning: Always use the IEC power strip and the external power cords provided
with the system. Use of an inappropriate power connection could lead to
equipment damage and/or electrical shock.
Country Power Part
Number Type AWG (US) Wire Cross Section (CE)
United
States 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz 019938 3-Conductor 18 0.82 mm2
Japan 100 VAC, 50 Hz 019938 3-Conductor 18 0.82 mm2
United
Kingdom 240 VAC, 50 HZ 019971 3-Conductor 18 1.00 mm2
Italy 220 VAC, 50 HZ 019972 3-Conductor 18 1.00 mm2
Denmark 220 VAC, 50 HZ 019974 3-Conductor 18 1.00 mm2
Switzerland 220 VAC, 50 HZ 019975 3-Conductor 18 1.00 mm2
Other
European
Countries
220 VAC, 50 HZ 019973 3-Conductor 18 1.00 mm2

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3.5 System Lockout
Before servicing the system, you must unplug the power cord and lock out the
system. This will protect you and others from unintended machine operation,
which could cause personal injury. No one should attempt to defeat a lockout while
the machine is being serviced.
Most companies have a safety department and written procedures for locking out
the system. These procedures typically have the following features as a minimum:
• Each operator, supervisor, and maintenance person who may be required to
work on the machine shall have a key operable lock.
• If more than one key exists for the lock, the owner of the lock shall have
possession of all of the keys.
• Each lock shall be labeled with the owner’s name, or the owner shall be
supplied with an identity tag that may be attached to the lock when it is
applied to the machine.
To lock out the system:
1. Close all programs and shut down Windows.
2. Power down the machine.
3. Power down the monitor.
4. Press the remote E-Stop.
5. Unplug the main power cord from the power source and lock the plug into an
appropriate energy isolating device.
6. Perform the required service and/or maintenance.
To resume normal operation:
1. After determining it is safe, have each person remove his/her own lock.
2. When all locks are removed, reconnect the power cord to the main power
source.
3. Reset the remote E-Stop by twisting the knob in the direction of the arrows.
4. Power up the system and resume normal operation.
Note: Each person performing maintenance or making adjustments to the system
should have their own lock attached to the energy isolating device. There are
commercially available multi-lock devices to allow this.