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User Manual

VLM1/VLM1B Interface Module

For the FS Shutter Series

14-0055
Version 1.01
2021

1.800.828.6972

Summary of Contents for N-CAS VINCENT ASSOCIATES VLM1

Page 1: ...User Manual VLM1 VLM1B Interface Module For the FS Shutter Series 14 0055 Version 1 01 2021 1 800 828 6972 ...

Page 2: ... 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 00 2020 10 21 20 STP Initial release Rev b Version 1 01 2021 3 23 21 STP Minor revisions Rev c Vincent Associates a Division of VA Inc 803 Linden Ave Rochester NY 14625 Tel 585 385 5930 Fax 585 385 6004 UNIBLITZ ...

Page 3: ...onnections 9 VLM1 VLM1B Front Panel Operator Controls Indicators 10 Start Up 11 Extending the Shutter Interconnection 11 Terminal Block Wire Installation 12 OPERATING BASICS 14 Initial Operation and Testing 14 BNC I O Active State Selection 15 Fuse Information 15 USB Operation 18 Maintenance 18 Inspection 18 Cleaning Procedure 18 SPECIFICATIONS 19 System Characteristics 19 External Input Character...

Page 4: ... Panel View Layout 9 Figure 3 VLM1 VLM1B Front Panel View Layout 10 Figure 4 VLM1 VLM1B SHUTTER Wire Installation Diagram 12 Figure 5 VLM1 to FS Series Shutter Interconnection Diagram 13 Figure 6 VLM1 Dimensional Layout 16 Figure 7 VLM1B Dimensional Layout Fuse Jumper Locations 17 Figure 8 VLM1 VLM1B Schematic Diagram 22 ...

Page 5: ...product can be grounded through the SHUTTER connector Pin 4 if required Use Proper Fuse To avoid fire hazard use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product The VLM1 VLM1B contain no user replaceable fuses 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...

Page 6: ...ations are described for all input output controls as well as operational features of the VLM1 VLM1B What follows is the complete operator s manual for the UNIBLITZ VLM1 VLM1B Interface Module 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 serv...

Page 7: ...ires are easily inserted into the connector using a small 2mm screwdriver included Dimension a is 10mm See Figure 4 for the shutter wire installation procedure Figure 1 5 Pin Pluggable Phoenix Connector Exposure determined by external pulse width BNC 5V TTL active high active low selectable by board jumper Internal fuse protection for SHUTTER Connector Pin 1 and 5V Input USB 2 0 Micro B both are r...

Page 8: ...he VLM1 VLM1B provides the switching circuit BNC interconnects USB interface etc to easily operate any shutter in the FS series Controlling the shutter from the front panel switch from any 5V TTL signal the duration of this pulse is approximately the exposure time of the shutter or a computer s USB port See Figure 8 which provides the Schematic Diagram for additional information on the VLM1 VLM1B ...

Page 9: ...le with on board jumper See Figure 7 3 SYNC OUTPUT BNC For shutters equipped with electronic sync systems Provides a 5V TTL output signal Active High default or Active Low is selectable with on board jumper See Figure 7 when the shutter transfers to the active state 4 SHUTTER 5 Pin Pluggable Spring Terminal Connector For shutter termination and shutter sync system interface The flying leads from t...

Page 10: ...s will indicate the shutter coil is Active and in the actuated state Please note that this LED and the SYNC Output will only activate if the shutter is equipped with the electronic sync and that the sync wires are connected properly to the unit 7 N C N O Manual Shutter Open Close Switch with GREEN LED Push the switch to open the shutter place in the active state for a Normally Open shutter the act...

Page 11: ...me cable connect to the VLM1 or VLM1B 5 Plug in the power supply If being used to power the unit 6 Connect an input exposure signal 5V TTL to the input BNC if desired default Active Low 7 A push of the N C N O switch will cause the shutter to open The switch push button s GREEN LED will also illuminate indicating that a signal has been provided to the input switching MOSFET amplifier See VLM1 VLM1...

Page 12: ... as shown 3 Slide wire into access hole below the terminal actuator 4 Release the terminal actuator 5 Wire should be connected a slight pull on the wire with the wire remaining stable and connected should indicate the wire is properly connected 6 Connect the remainder of the wires as required 7 For shutter operation RED wire from actuator coil must connect to Terminal 1 and BROWN wire from actuato...

Page 13: ...VLM1 VLM1B User Manual 13 Figure 5 VLM1 to FS Series Shutter Interconnection Diagram ...

Page 14: ...ols a MOSFET switch that in turn controls the FS Series Shutter from the 5VDC supply If the requirement is to operate the shutter from a switch contact closure follow this procedure this is when the active setting of the PULSE Input BNC is active low the default setting 1 Connect a wire from pin 4 of the SHUTTER connector this is the Ground connection Or short the outer shell of the BNC to the cen...

Page 15: ... before attempting to change the jumpers Please read the entire manual carefully before attempting to operate the unit Fuse Information The VLM1 VLM1B are protected by resettable fuses on the 5V Input Power PWR COM connector and Shutter Actuator Coil A connection SHUTTER Pin 1 If a fault occurs when the power supply is connected to the unit or when the shutter was operating and then stops it could...

Page 16: ...VLM1 VLM1B User Manual 16 Figure 6 VLM1 Dimensional Layout ...

Page 17: ...VLM1 VLM1B User Manual 17 Figure 7 VLM1B Dimensional Layout Fuse Jumper Locations ...

Page 18: ...ite 3 1 is copyrighted software that is free for personal and commercial use You may use it and distribute it without limitations You may however not remove or conceal the copyright There are no guarantees or warranties whatsoever use it at your own risk Maintenance Proper care and maintenance of the VLM1 VLM1B should be taken as with any sensitive electronic instrument There are no user serviceab...

Page 19: ... PULSE INPUT BNC Active High Active Low input On board jumper selectable Default Active Low See BNC I O Active State Selection TTL Compatible Minimum High Level 2 0VDC Maximum low Level 0 8VDC Max Trigger Voltage on Input 10 0VDC Power Requirements PWR COM PWR COM Micro B Connector 5VDC 0 5A min USB5 1 0A wall adapter included with the VLM1 USB Requirements PWR COM USB 2 0 Driver should automatica...

Page 20: ...EEN wire Sync Ground Pin 5 Shutter BLUE wire Sync 5VDC Fused with 125mA Fast Acting Fuse not serviceable General Characteristics Name Description POWER LED Indicator GREEN LED illuminates when power is connected SYNC Active Indicator YELLOW LED illuminates when the attached FS Shutter s Sync is active SYNC Output BNC will be active when the LED is illuminated FS Shutter used must have the Electron...

Page 21: ...ft For Power or Computer Connection VLM1 Only Micro Screwdriver Flat Blade screwdriver for interconnection to 5 Pin spring terminal SHUTTER connection Accessories optional 710R Remote hand held trigger cable for connection to PULSE Input BNC Input must be set to active low 710R F Remote foot switch activated trigger cable to PULSE Input BNC Input must be set to active low 510FS 10 Ft 3m Extension ...

Page 22: ...VLM1 VLM1B User Manual 22 Figure 8 VLM1 VLM1B Schematic Diagram ...

Page 23: ...VLM1 VLM1B User Manual 23 Notes ...

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