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The optional ROS-P (Remote Optical Sensor), MT-190P (Magnetic),
or IRS-P (Infrared) sensors may also be used to trigger the unit.
NOTE:
When using external sensors that are powered by the
Phaser-
Strobe pbx
, e.g. Remote Optical Sensor (ROS-P), the sensor
must be plugged in
before the stroboscope is turned on
, or
the remote sensor may not be powered up.
The input jack (
S
pointing into socket) enables an external signal to
trigger the strobe. Inserting a plug into the input jack will automatically
put the strobe into the External Mode. When the plug is removed, the
strobe will be put back into the Internal Mode. The Internal Mode can
be forced by pressing the INPUT button. The polarity of the input
pulse can be set in the MENU options.
Pulse Output
from Strobe
Common
(GND)
Common
(GND)
Pulse Output
from Strobe
Figure 3 Output Connector Detail (Mono plug)
Signal Input
+6V Out to
Sensor
Common
(GND)
Common
(GND)
+6V Out to
Sensor
Signal Input
Figure 2 Input Connector Detail (Stereo plug)
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8.0 BATTERY AND POWER SUPPLY
SPECIFICS
The
Phaser-Strobe pbx
is fitted with rechargeable NiMH (Nickel Metal
Hydride) batteries. These batteries contain fewer toxic metals than NiCd
(Nickel Cadmium) and are currently classified “environmentally friendly”.
They also have 30% more capacity than NiCd batteries of the same size.
Like NiCds, NiMH
batteries are prone to self-discharge
- 10 to 15% of
charge is lost in the first 24 hours then continues at a rate of 0.5 to 1% per
day. For maximum performance, charge the batteries just prior to use.
When not in use, the batteries should be charged at least every three months,
otherwise the battery capacity will be reduced or the batteries may become
unusable.
Charge the batteries before use and allow 3-5 cycles of charging and
discharging for batteries to reach full capacity.
The enclosure contains control electronics to properly and safely charge the
batteries. Never remove the batteries from the enclosure and attempt to
charge externally.
Always use the charger supplied (PSC-pbxU)
.
8.1
Low Battery Indication
When the batteries are charged, there will be no battery indication.
When the batteries are low, the Low Battery icon will blink in the
display. The strobe may still be used for a short time.
Low Battery Icon = Outline blinking (very little time left)
The strobe has a protection feature that prevents the strobe from
operating if the battery voltage is too low.
This condition is indicated
