getting started
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SSYNRAD OEM v30 Operator’s Manual Version 2
Connecting
Important Note:
The OEM v30 control board does not incorporate a built-in tickle generator; there-
fore, an externally-generated 5 kHz, 1 µs tickle pulse must be applied between PWM
Command signals to achieve optimum laser performance. See Controlling laser power
in the Technical Reference chapter for tickle signal descriptions.
Note: Use the Interface A (DB-9) connector for new or upgraded installations. Although both interface
connectors provide the same functionality, the DB-9 connector contains an additional output,
Lase Indicator, to indicate the OEM v30 is actively lasing. Use the Interface B (RJ45) connector
only when integrating a v30 into laser systems previously configured for an RJ45 interface.
Caution
possible
equipment
damage
Turn off DC power before installing or removing any plug or cable
from the Interface A and Interface B connectors. Ensure that user con-
nections are made to the appropriate pins and that the appropriate
signal levels are applied. Failure to do so may damage the laser.
Warning
serious
personal
injury
The use of the Quick Start Plug bypasses the laser’s safety interlock
function; potentially exposing personnel in the area to invisible infra-
red CO
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laser radiation.
Because this plug jumpers the Laser Enable input signal, the laser
will fire immediately on application of a PWM Command signal.
Your integrated control system should provide an interlock signal
directly to the Interface A (or Interface B) connector only after safe
operating conditions are established.
The Quick Start Plug is intended only for initial testing and trouble-
shooting by qualified personnel. In normal operation, the laser’s
Laser Enable input should be connected to the machine’s safety
interlock circuitry.
Quick Start Plug (DB-9 only)
Note: The Quick Start Plug is not included with SAG models, but may be ordered separately.
In order for your Firestar v30 laser to properly operate, a +5 VDC voltage input must be applied to the
Laser Enable input on the Interface A (DB-9) or Interface B (RJ45) connector before lasing is enabled. In
applications where the OEM v30 is integrated into an automated control system and safety interlocks are
required, these input signals must be provided by the customer’s control system. The Quick Start Plug in-
cluded in the ship kit has a factory-installed shorting jumper wired to enable the Laser Enable input (see
Figure 4-2 in the Technical Reference chapter). Connect the Quick Start Plug to the Interface A (DB-9)
connector when performing initial start-up and testing of the laser.
For further information about Interface A and Interface B connectors, see Interface connections in the Tech-
nical Reference chapter for connector pinouts and signal descriptions.
