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- Page 1 X-Cite 120LEDBoost User Guide ®...
- Page 2 X-Cite® 120LEDBoost User Guide 035-00536R rev. 4 Made in Canada Excelitas Canada Inc. 2016 All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without the prior written consent of Excelitas Canada Inc.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ..........................5 Safety ............................6 Glossary of Symbols ........................6 Safety Precautions ........................6 Getting Started ...........................8 System Components ........................8 Installation/Set-up ........................9 Operation – Manual Control ..................... 12 The Basics ............................ 12 SpeedDIAL Home Screen......................13 SpeedDIAL Menu and Settings .................... - Page 4 WEEE Directive ..........................29 China RoHS ..........................30 Warranty & Repairs ......................31 10.1 Warranty Terms .......................... 31 10.2 Returning equipment to Excelitas Technologies................. 31 Contact Information ......................32 11.1 General ............................32 11.2 Accessories and Replacement Parts ................... 32 Table of Figures Figure 1 PowerCUBE Front and Rear Panels ....................
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Page 5: Introduction
Excelitas Technologies recommends reading this manual to discover all the features available in X-Cite® 120LEDBoost. Thank you for choosing X-Cite®! Note: The information in this user guide applies to X-Cite 120LED and X-Cite 120LEDBoost models. For X-Cite 120LEDmini information, refer to user guide #035-00587R. X-Cite® 120LEDBoost User Guide... -
Page 6: Safety
2 Safety 2.1 Glossary of Symbols Symbol Meaning CAUTION - Risk of danger: consult accompanying documents WARNING – Eye damage may result from directly viewing ultraviolet light. Protective eye shielding and clothing must be used at all times. Input/Output Signals Input Signal CAUTION –... - Page 7 9. Should this X-Cite® unit be used in a manner not specified by Excelitas Technologies, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
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Page 8: Getting Started
Quick Start Instruction Sheet (User Guide, Software and Driver downloads: http://www.excelitas.com/Pages/Product/X-Cite-120LEDBoost.aspx) b. Hex Tool, 3mm c. USB Cable d. Power Cord e. Safety Precautions Booklet If any components are missing or appear damaged, please contact Excelitas Technologies immediately. Connection to LED Head Main Power ON/OFF AC in /... -
Page 9: Installation/Set-Up
Protective Cover Vents on Bottom Figure 2 LED Head Rotating Dial Display Screen (LCD) Figure 3 SpeedDIAL 3.2 Installation/Set-up 1. Unpack a. Carefully unpack the unit and accessories from the shipping carton. b. When removing the LED Head and powerCUBE from the carton, ensure that both components are supported and there is always some slack in the cable. -
Page 10: Figure 4 Installing Microscope Flange On Led Head
2. Install the Microscope Flange a. Remove protective wrap from the Microscope Flange, being careful not to touch the lens surfaces. b. Remove protective cap from LED Head. Never power up the unit with this cap installed – it can melt very quickly at high power settings and damage the unit. c. -
Page 11: Figure 5 Led Head And Arrow In Correct Position
4. Connect LED Head to Microscope a. Insert Microscope Flange portion of the LED Head into the light port on the microscope, and secure it using the hardware provided on the microscope. (Refer to relevant microscope user manual for complete instructions on mounting a standard epi- fluorescence lamphouse.) General guidelines: i. -
Page 12: Operation - Manual Control
connector – this can damage the pins. If connector does not insert smoothly, stop and check for bent pins. b. Place speedDIAL next to the microscope, or another easily accessible location. 6. Connect USB (if using) a. Insert “B” (square) end into the “USB” port on rear of the powerCUBE. b. -
Page 13: Speeddial Home Screen
4.2 SpeedDIAL Home Screen LED Power Level speedDIAL Locked LED ON (via Computer) TTL Mode Enabled Figure 6 SpeedDIAL Home Screen Icons 4.3 SpeedDIAL Menu and Settings In addition to the intuitive intensity adjustment and illumination ON/OFF control, speedDIAL has several advanced settings and control options. -
Page 14: Speeddial Menu Structure
4.3.1 SpeedDIAL Menu Structure Dim Brig Color Exit Favo Int Enbl Spd Exit Enbl Time Exit Hand Srvc Hour SN Tmp1 Tmp2 S/W1 S/W2 ... -
Page 15: Favo - Favorite Intensity Setting
i. Select “Color” and scroll up /down through the options until desired color is on LCD. ii. Click dial to save selection and return to “LCD” menu. e. Select “Exit” to go back to the main menu, or press and hold dial to return to the home screen. -
Page 16: Hand - Display Screen Orientation
iii. Click dial to save selection and return to “TTL” menu. To define the TTL timeout setting: i. Select the “Time” menu item. ii. Scroll through the time out options, which are: Never and 4 to 24 hours in half hour increments. -
Page 17: Operation - External Control
ii. The software version numbers will be shown in the format X.X.X. iii. Click dial to return to “Srvc” menu. 5 Operation - External Control 5.1 USB/RS-232 A virtual COM port driver must be installed to enable Windows communication via the USB port. For computers running Windows which are connected to the internet, the driver will install automatically. -
Page 18: Verify Installation & Get Com Port Number
g. Wait for installation to complete. Click Finish. 5.1.3 Verify Installation & Get COM Port Number a. Open the “Device Manager” utility on the computer. b. “X-Cite 120LED USB Communications” will be listed under “Ports (COM & LPT)”. c. Note the COM port number for use in other software applications. Figure 7 Device Manager, COM Port Listing 5.1.4 X-Cite®... -
Page 19: X-Cite® Control Panel - Tips For Use
e. To find GUI, go to: Start, All Programs, Lumen Dynamics, X-Cite Control Panel. Click to start/open GUI, or click-and-drag to copy a shortcut to desktop or Quick Launch toolbar. 5.1.5 X-Cite® Control Panel – Tips for Use a. X-Cite® Control Panel is available as a download from the Excelitas website. This tool provides an interface for controlling the X-Cite®... -
Page 20: Commercial Software Support
5.1.7 Software Developer’s Kit (SDK) The command list for X-Cite® 120LEDBoost is available by request. To obtain the latest update, please contact Excelitas Technologies. 5.2 TTL For high speed LED on/off control, TTL triggering can be used. The key thing to note about TTL control in the X-Cite®... -
Page 21: Ttl Mode Timeout
Enabling/disabling TTL mode can be accomplished manually via speedDIAL (refer to section 4.3.4) or via computer commands (refer to SDK). ON/OFF status of the system will be updated on speedDIAL when it is controlled via TTL. 5.2.2 TTL Mode Timeout There is a potential disadvantage of TTL mode - in this “always active”... -
Page 22: Ttl Timing Diagram
5.3 Foot Pedal Control (Optional) For hands-free operation, a foot pedal can be used to manually turn the LED on and off. The foot pedal is an optional accessory and can be purchased separately from Excelitas Technologies. 1. Installing the foot pedal a. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
c. If desired, the foot pedal can be used in combination with speedDIAL (e.g. turn on with speedDIAL, turn off with foot pedal.) The ON/OFF status of the system will be reflected on speedDIAL’s home screen whether it is changed via the foot pedal or by any other means. -
Page 24: Low Illumination Intensity
2. Fuse Check: a. Check both main power fuses. First disconnect the power cord, then carefully remove the fuse tray assembly next to the AC receptacle on the rear of the unit. Note: depending on the orientation of the AC receptacle, the fuse tray may be below or beside it. -
Page 25: Other Potential Symptoms & Questions
6.4 Other Potential Symptoms & Questions Category Symptom Action Favorite intensity setting: double- click turns off LED instead of going to Increase delay in the speed (Spd) setting. the stored setting New settings are forgotten when After changing settings, wait at least five (5) speedDIAL unit is shut down and powered up minutes before shutting unit down. -
Page 26: Cleaning - Exterior Surfaces
5. Never touch optical surfaces with fingers, tools or any other abrasive/sticky/sharp materials or fluids. 6. If cleaning is required, follow the directions in the next section. 7.2 Cleaning - Exterior Surfaces If necessary, exterior surfaces of X-Cite® 120LEDBoost’s LED Head, powerCUBE and speedDIAL can be cleaned with a mild soap and water solution and lint-free cloth. -
Page 27: Thermal Management System
7.4 Thermal Management System X-Cite® 120LEDBoost’s unique thermal management system incorporates both air and liquid cooling technologies. If the general care and maintenance guidelines described above are followed, no further maintenance is required to ensure continued superior performance. This robust design is similar to those used in high-powered computers, and through normal use the liquid will remain contained. -
Page 28: Environmental - Operating Conditions
8.3 Environmental – Operating Conditions Ambient Temperature 10° to 35° C Altitude 2000m max Atmospheric Pressure 700 to 1060 hPa Relative Humidity 15 to 90% RH (non-condensing) Installation Category Pollution Degree Enclosure Rating 8.4 Environmental – Transport and Storage Conditions Temperature -35°... -
Page 29: Regulatory
9 Regulatory 9.1 Product Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility The X-Cite 120LEDBoost has been tested and found to comply with product safety and electromagnetic compatibility requirements. For a complete list of tests and for certification details, please contact your X-Cite representative or visit http://www.excelitas.com/Pages/Product/X-Cite-120LEDBoost.aspx. -
Page 30: China Rohs
In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure on the natural resources, we encourage you to use the appropriate take-back systems. Those systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials of your end life equipment in a sound way. -
Page 31: Warranty & Repairs
10 Warranty & Repairs 10.1 Warranty Terms Excelitas Technologies warrants the original purchaser for a period of one (1) full year, calculated from the date of purchase, that the equipment sold is free from defects in material and workmanship. All repairs are warranted for 90 days. -
Page 32: Contact Information
2. Contact the nearest Excelitas Technologies Service Center to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. For your convenience, RMA numbers can also be requested on- line at: http://www.excelitas.com/Pages/Support/Service-Request-Form.aspx 3. Follow shipping instructions provided by the service technician. The unit should be returned in its original packaging if possible. - Page 33 Appendix X-Cite® 120LEDBoost User Guide 035-00536R rev. 4...
- Page 34 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Prepared to U.S. OSHA, CMA, ANSI and Canadian WHMIS Standards _____________________________________________________ PART I What is the material and what do I need to know in an emergency? ________________________________________________________________________________ 1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION DYNALENE PG™ TRADE NAME (AS LABELED): CHEMICAL NAME/CLASS: Heat Transfer Fluids SYNONYMS:...
- Page 35 ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ 3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: This product is a clear, odorless, syrupy liquid. Vapors and mists from this product may be irritating if inhaled. The solution can be irritating to contaminated skin or eyes. This product must be substantially preheated before ignition can occur.
- Page 36 INGESTION: Hazards from swallowing this product is not expected to be serious. If symptoms develop, seek medical attention. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES NFPA RATING The following information is available for Propylene Glycol, the main component of this product. F LAMMABILIT Y FLASH POINT, °C (method): 99°C (210°F), Closed Cup AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE, °C: 371°C (700°F)
- Page 37 _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 7. HANDLING and STORAGE STORAGE AND HANDLING PRACTICES: All employees who handle this material should be trained to handle it safely. Use in a well-ventilated location. Open drums and other containers of this product slowly, on a stable surface. Drums and other containers of this product should be properly labeled.
- Page 38 _____________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ 10. STABILITY and REACTIVITY STABILITY: Stable. DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Mainly carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. MATERIALS WITH WHICH SUBSTANCE IS INCOMPATIBLE: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, chloroformates, or strong reducing agents. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur. CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Contact with incompatible chemicals.
- Page 39 BIOLOGICAL EXPOSURE INDICES: Currently, there are no Biological Indices (BEIs) associated with the components of this product. ________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ALL WORK PRACTICES MUST BE AIMED AT ELIMINATING ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION. ENVIRONMENTAL STABILITY: The components of this product will be degraded over time into other inorganic and organic compounds.
- Page 40 _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION (continued) STATE REGULATORY INFORMATION: Components of this product are covered under specific State regulations, as denoted below: Alaska – Designated Toxic and Hazardous Michigan - Critical Materials Register: NO Pennsylvania – Hazardous Substance List Substances: NO Minnesota –...
- Page 41 _____________________________________________________ DEFINITIONS OF TERMS A large number of abbreviations and acronyms appear on a MSDS. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Some of these that are commonly used include the following: Possible health hazards as derived from human data, animal studies, or from the results of studies with similar compounds is presented. CAS #: This is the Chemical Abstract Service Number who uniquely Definitions of some terms used in this section are: LD - Lethal Dose...
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