Synrad Firestar f series User Manual

getting started
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Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual
Connecting
Quick Start Plug
Caution
possible
equipment
damage
Turn o DC power before installing or removing any plug or cable
from the User I/O connector. Ensure that user connections are made
to the appropriate pins and that the appropriate signal levels are ap-
plied. Failure to do so may damage the laser.
In order for your Firestar f-Series laser to properly operate, several input signals must be applied to the DB-
15 User I/O connector before lasing is enabled. Voltage must be applied to Remote Interlock (Pin 3) and
Shutter Open Request (Pin 10) inputs before the laser will re. In applications where Firestar is inte-
grated into an automated system and safety interlocks are required, these input signals must be provided by
the customer’s control system. The Quick Start Plug included in the ship kit has factory-installed shorting
jumpers wired into it to enable these inputs. Connect the Quick Start Plug to the User I/O connector when
performing initial start-up and testing of your Firestar laser.
Remember that Firestar f200/f400 lasers are dual-tube lasers and that all control connections must be con-
nected in parallel between both User I/O connectors.
For further information about the User I/O connector, see User I/O connections in the Technical Reference
chapter for User I/O pinouts and signal descriptions. See Integrating Firestar safety features, also in the Tech-
nical Reference chapter, for detailed instructions on integrating Firestar’s keyswitch, shutter, and remote
interlock functions with automated control systems.
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
infrared laser radiation.
Because this plug jumpers Remote Interlock and Shutter Open
Request signals, the laser will re immediately on application of
a PWM Command signal. Your integrated control system should
provide interlock and shutter signals directly to the DB-15 User I/O
connector only after safe operating conditions are established.
The Quick Start Plug is intended only for initial testing and trouble-
shooting by qualied personnel. In normal operation, the laser’s
Remote Interlock input should be connected to the machine’s safety
interlock circuitry.

Synrad Firestar f series Specifications

General

Brand	Synrad
Model	Firestar f series
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English