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PROGRAMMABLE SWEEP
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Copyright © TELEMARK, 1995-2020 – All rights reserved
Manual Rev 1.0.0 June 2020
telemark.com
This manual is for software version 1.11.20159 and above.
Current interface and software options might be different. Contact manufacturer for current manual
release if the software interface or functions are different from this manual or download the current
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  • Page 1 PROGRAMMABLE SWEEP INSTRUCTION MANUAL Copyright © TELEMARK, 1995-2020 – All rights reserved Manual Rev 1.0.0 June 2020 telemark.com This manual is for software version 1.11.20159 and above. Current interface and software options might be different. Contact manufacturer for current manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION ................7 Intended Use ..................7 Liabilities and Warranty .................7 Safety ....................8 1.3.1 Personnel Qualifications ..................8 1.3.2 Illustration of Residual Dangers ................8 General Safety Instructions ..............9 2 TECHNICAL DATA ..............11 General Data ..................
  • Page 3 Host – J1 ......................23 3.4.6 3.4.7 Output - J3 ......................23 List of Accessories or Supplies ............25 4 USING THE PROGRAMMABLE SWEEP ........26 Front Panel ..................26 4.1.1 Main Power Switch....................26 4.1.2 Power On LED indicator ..................27 4.1.3...
  • Page 4 Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Making Programmable Shapes ............44 5.9.1 Constant Velocity/Constant Dwell ................ 46 6 OPERATION ................48 General Operation ................48 6.1.1 Power-Up ......................48 6.1.2 Power-Down ......................48 Pattern Selection ................. 49 Move Pattern ..................49 Run On/Off ..................50 Remote On/Off ..................
  • Page 5 Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual TABLE OF FIGURES Figure 1-1, Keep Foreign Material Out of the Programmable Sweep ......9 Figure 2-1, Sweep Reference Dimensions ..............11 Figure 3-1, Front Panel Connection ................18 Figure 3-2, Avatar Sweep Handheld ................19 Figure 3-3, Rear panel Programmable Sweep Controller ..........
  • Page 6 Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Figure 5-13, Select Shift Menu ..................36 Figure 5-14, Positive Profile Representations ............... 38 Figure 5-15, Setup Pattern, Triangle ................39 Figure 5-16, Setup Pattern, Sine ................... 40 Figure 5-17, Setup Pattern, Figure 8 ................41 Figure 5-18, Setup Pattern, Line ...................
  • Page 7: Introduction

    The sweep output drives the latitude and longitude (X, Y) coils of an electron beam source to move the beam spot. The device is referred to as Programmable Sweep in the remainder of this manual. 1.2 Liabilities and Warranty...
  • Page 8: Safety

    INTRODUCTION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 1.3 Safety 1.3.1 Personnel Qualifications All work described in this document may only be carried out by persons who have suitable technical training and the necessary experience or who have been instructed by the end user of the product.
  • Page 9: General Safety Instructions

    Contact with live parts is extremely hazardous when any objects are introduced, or any liquids penetrate the device. Make sure that no objects enter the device. Keep the device dry. Figure 1-1, Keep Foreign Material Out of the Programmable Sweep WARNING Improper use.
  • Page 10 INTRODUCTION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual WARNING Improper installation and operation data. Improper installation and operation data may damage the Programmable Sweep. Strictly adhere to the stipulated installation and operation data. 10 of 58 telemark.com Rev 1.0.0...
  • Page 11: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 2 TECHNICAL DATA 2.1 General Data 2.1.1 Mechanical Data 19-inch (483mm) rack 2U, 3 1/2” (89mm) Dimensions: high x 9 3/8” (238mm) deep, See Fig. 2-1 Net Weight: 10.6 lb. (4.8 kg) 19” Rack standard or Bench Top unit...
  • Page 12: Ambience

    TECHNICAL DATA Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 2.1.2 Ambience -20…+60 °C Temperature Storage: +5…+40 °C Operation Temperature: Relative Humidity: Max. 80 % (up to 31 °C), decreasing to max. 50 % (above 40 °C) Use indoor only Altitude: max. 2000 m n.p.m.
  • Page 13: Mains Connection

    135-0301-2 Digital Sweep Ship Fuse Kit 135-0501-1 Assembly, Sweep Handheld, Avatar Joystick 135-0700-2 Chassis Assembly, Programmable Sweep 135-0700-2 Programmable Sweep chassis is either 135-0700-1, Programmable Sweep, 1.5 Amp or 135-0700-2 Programmable Sweep, 3.0 Amp 13 of 58 telemark.com Rev 1.0.0...
  • Page 14: Specifications

    TECHNICAL DATA Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 122-4003-1, Cable Kit, Programmable Sweep Part No. Quantity Description 122-0108-1 Cable, Sweep (XY), 3p Philmore/Loose 25 ft. 122-1112-1 Cable, Sweep Joystick 9 pin D, 10 feet 122-3230-1 Cable, USB 2.0 A to B, 3 ft LP...
  • Page 15: Features

    Refer to chapter 3.6.5 for details 9 – Inputs are contact closure to sweep reference. Input No of Digital Inputs: voltages greater than 5VDC may damage the Programmable Sweep. Response time: 100 ms max 3 – Relay; 50V maximum compliant...
  • Page 16: Installation

    3.2 Mechanical Installation Programmable Sweep can be used in the following ways: as a bench top device, mounted in a control panel or mounted in a 19 "rack. In each case, consider the...
  • Page 17: Required Components

    19-inch electronic instrument cabinet. Other suitable places on a vacuum system may be used. The installation procedures are described below. 3.3.1 Rack Installation The Programmable Sweep is designed for installation into a rack according to DIN 41 494 (19", 2 HU). 17 of 58 telemark.com...
  • Page 18: Controller Connecting

    INSTALLATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual WARNING Ambient temperature. Exceeding the maximum permitted ambient temperature may damage the device. Make sure that the maximum permitted ambient temperature is not exceeded. Do not expose the device to direct sunlight. DANGER Protection class of the rack.
  • Page 19: Rear Panel

    Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Figure 3-2, Avatar Sweep Handheld 3.4.2 Rear Panel Figure 3-3, Rear panel Programmable Sweep Controller A – Sweep Output (see chapter 3.4.7 for details) B – Main power socket IEC C13 (see chapter 3.4.3 for details) C –...
  • Page 20: Mains Connection

    3.4.4 Grounding Grounding screw (Fig. 3-3, the reference F) should be used to connect the Programmable Sweep with the main grounding system in which it operates. It is recommended to use a cable with a minimum section of 2.5 mm 20 of 58 telemark.com...
  • Page 21: Figure 3-5, Connections

    INSTALLATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual If required, connect the vacuum system ground from the earthing screw using the protective conductor. POWER IN LATERAL COIL SIGNAL SWEEP RETURN XY OUTPUT LONGITUDINAL COIL SIGNAL SWEEP MODULE SWEEP REMOTE SWEEP RUN REMOTE CONTROL OUTPUT...
  • Page 22: Remote Control - J2

    Sweep in remote mode. Sweep Run – A signal is sent out when there is output going to the EB source coils. Sweep Ready – A signal is sent out when the Programmable Sweep is ready and operational. BIP – Beam in pocket signal can be off or lateral or longitudinal. If lateral or longitudinal it can be used as a bias current status relay (for instance for SLOAN sources, AP&T sources, and some JEOL sources).
  • Page 23: Host - J1

    Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 3.4.6 Host – J1 The host port is for upgrading the sweep software. IF J1 IS CONNECTED TO A PC THE PROGRAMMABLE SWEEP WILL AUTOMATICLY GO IN TO DOWNLOAD MODE. Figure 3-7, Host Port 3.4.7 Output - J3 Connection of the sweep generator to the EB Source is shown in Figure 3-8, 3-9, 3- 10, 3-11.
  • Page 24: Figure 3-9, Telemark Source Standard Direction Reference

    INSTALLATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Figure 3-9, Telemark Source Standard Direction Reference Note: the EB source Latitude and longitude coils can be connected in any manner needed to change the preferred viewing orientation as long as the Sweep Return is connected to ground.
  • Page 25: List Of Accessories Or Supplies

    INSTALLATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual CAUTION Improper connection. In the case of incorrect connection - in accordance with Figure 3-8, 3-10, and 3-11 there is a danger of damage to the controller 3.5 List of Accessories or Supplies Recommended parts:...
  • Page 26: Using The Programmable Sweep

    USING THE PROGRAMMABLE SWEEP Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 4 USING THE PROGRAMMABLE SWEEP 4.1 Front Panel Please refer to Fig. 4-1 for front panel details Figure 4-1 - Front Panel A – POWER SWITCH (see chapter 4.1.1 for details) B - Power On LED indicator (see chapter 4.1.2 for details) C - HANDHELD (see chapter 4.1.3 for details)
  • Page 27: Power On Led Indicator

    USING THE PROGRAMMABLE SWEEP Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual DANGER Risk of the electric shock! All connection to the devices may only be carried out with the unit is turned off - the main power switch in 'O' position. Failure to do so may cause electric shock 4.1.2 Power On LED indicator...
  • Page 28: Four-Way And Ok Momentary Switch

    USING THE PROGRAMMABLE SWEEP Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 4.2.1 Four-way and OK Momentary switch Pocket Location/Size Setup – The joystick is used to set the center and diameter of the pocket, see configuration chapter for more information. Pocket Pattern Setup – The joystick can be used to set the sweep Frequency and Amplitude for each pocket, see configuration chapter for more information.
  • Page 29: Joystick

    USING THE PROGRAMMABLE SWEEP Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 4.2.2 Joystick The joystick controls the latitudinal and longitudinal beam position. Run Off Mode – The joystick directly controls the e-beam output position, allowing the user to precondition the material manually. The Joystick lever controls direction of beam: left [-] &...
  • Page 30: Configuration

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 5 CONFIGURATION 5.1 Unlocking Figure 5-1, Unlocking Screen To configure the sweep first it must be unlocked. Press the “lock” to unlock the sweep and enter the password. The default password is “1234”. The password can be changed at this time by pressing the Change Password button.
  • Page 31: Configure System

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 5.2 Configure System Figure 5-2, Configure System 5.2.1 Screen Saver The screen saver can be set to 0 to 300 minutes in 5 minutes increments. Zero is off. 5.2.2 Input Selecting a pattern from a PLC or other device can be done by one of the three following ways using the inputs on the 25 pin connector, see chapter 3 connections: 1.
  • Page 32: Beam In Pocket (Bip)

    5.2.3 Beam in Pocket (BIP) Figure 5-3, Beam in Pocket Setup Beam in pocket is used for some non-Telemark e-beam sources that require lateral or longitudinal signal that the beam is in the pocket. The output BIP contacts close when the current on the BIP axis coil is greater than + or - 500 mA.
  • Page 33: Angle Offset

    5.2.4 Angle Offset Figure 5-4, Angle Offset Setup Beam in pocket is used for some non-Telemark e-beam sources that require a +/-45 degree rotation of the output lateral or longitudinal signals to the source. 1. Angle Offset Off – normal operation (Telemark E-beam Sources) 2.
  • Page 34: Pattern Pocket Setup

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 5.3 Pattern Pocket Setup Figure 5-6, Select Pattern Press the Select Pattern button to select the pattern to configure. Figure 5-7, Select Pattern Pocket Setup Select the Pattern Pocket Setup Setup Pocket - Pattern 8 Figure 5-8, Setting the Pocket Center First set the pocket center point.
  • Page 35: Copy Pocket Setup

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Setup Pocket - Pattern 8 Figure 5-9, Setting Pocket Limits Next set the limits of the pocket with the 8 limit points. The limit points can be selected by pressing the blue arrow button to cycle around the 8 directions. Each time you press the blue direction arrow the sweep will switch to the next setup point.
  • Page 36: Configure Pattern

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 5.5 Configure Pattern Figure 5-11, Select Configure Pattern Press the Config Pattern (Configure) button. Figure 5-12, Select Shape First, select the shape type, Triangle, Sine, Line, Figure 8, Line, Circle, Spiral, Point or Programmable Shape by touching the desired Shape button.
  • Page 37: Display Tail Length

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Adjust the Frequencies and Amplitudes using the + and – arrows on the touch screen or use the joystick remote, up is + and down is –. Red highlight indicates the box with the parameter to be adjusted. Click on the remote to switch to adjust the other values or touch on the touchscreen.
  • Page 38: Figure 5-14, Positive Profile Representations

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Figure 5-14, Positive Profile Representations Figure 5-14 shows the larger the profile number the less time the beam spends in the center. Negative profile numbers cause the inverse to happen. 38 of 58 telemark.com Rev 1.0.0...
  • Page 39: Pattern Configuration Setup

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 5.8 Pattern Configuration Setup 5.8.1 Triangle Figure 5-15, Setup Pattern, Triangle Freq Lat – Frequency Latitudinal 0.1Hz to 80Hz Freq Long – Frequency Longitudinal, 0.1Hz to 80Hz Amp Lat – Amplitude Latitudinal, 20-100% of configured maximum pocket Amp Long - Amplitude Longitudinal, 20-100% of configured maximum pocket LDC Tail –...
  • Page 40: Sine

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 5.8.2 Sine Figure 5-16, Setup Pattern, Sine Freq Lat – Frequency Latitudinal 0.1Hz to 80Hz Freq Long – Frequency Longitudinal, 0.1Hz to 80Hz Amp Lat – Amplitude Latitudinal, 20-100% of configured maximum pocket Amp Long - Amplitude Longitudinal, 20-100% of configured maximum pocket LDC Tail –...
  • Page 41: Figure 5-17, Setup Pattern, Figure 8

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 5.8.3 Figure 8 Differs from the Sin by a fixed sine pattern with 2:1 amplitude and frequency ratio. The Figure 8 pattern amplitude can reach the outer limits of the pocket boundary. Figure 5-17, Setup Pattern, Figure 8 Freq –...
  • Page 42: Line

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 5.8.4 Line Figure 5-18, Setup Pattern, Line Freq – Frequency, 0.1Hz to 80Hz Rotation – Rotation speed of the complete pattern, -20Hz to +20Hz, positive values for CCW rotation Phase – Controls the angle of the line (only visible when the rotation is 0), -359 degrees to 359 degrees Amp –...
  • Page 43: Spiral

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 5.8.6 Spiral Figure 5-20, Setup Pattern, Spiral Freq – Frequency, 0.1Hz to 80Hz Rotation – Rotation speed of the complete pattern, -20Hz to +20Hz, positive values for CCW rotation Phase – Controls the angle of the line (only visible when the rotation is 0), -359 degrees to 359 degrees Amp –...
  • Page 44: Programmable Shape

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 5.8.8 Programmable Shape If the Prog Shape button says “No Shape Selected” press the Select Prog Shape button to select a shape from the “Select Prog Shape” list. Figure 5-22, Select Shape “?” next to the shape number means that the shape is not defined and not selectable.
  • Page 45: Figure 5-24, Programmable Shape Select

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Figure 5-24, Programmable Shape Select “?” next to the shape number means that the shape has not been defined yet. Once a shape is selected and there is a number in the Prog Shape button then it can be edited by pressing Config.
  • Page 46: Constant Velocity/Constant Dwell

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Figure 5-26, Shape Edit 2. Press Add Step After, this will add a step at Lat 0, Long 0. Use + and – to change Lat and Long location. When Add Step After pressed again it will add another step after the current step at the same location.
  • Page 47: Figure 5-28, Constant Dwell Shown On Oscilloscope

    CONFIGURATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Figure 5-28, Constant Dwell Shown on Oscilloscope 47 of 58 telemark.com Rev 1.0.0...
  • Page 48: Operation

    OPERATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 6 OPERATION 6.1 General Operation 6.1.1 Power-Up When the front-panel POWER switch is turned on, the fans turn on and the LCD lights and displays the version of the software for 3 seconds then displays the operational screen shown below.
  • Page 49: Pattern Selection

    OPERATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 6.2 Pattern Selection Figure 6-2, Pattern Selection Press the Select Pattern button to select a pattern. 6.3 Move Pattern Figure 6-3, Pattern Shift Patterns can be shifted in the pocket by pressing the Move Pattern icon...
  • Page 50: Run On/Off

    OPERATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Figure 6-5, Move Pattern, Joystick not Connected If the handheld joystick is not plug in Latitude and longitude can be adjusted with the + and – arrows on the touchscreen. The pattern can only be moved to the edge of the pocket (the smaller the pattern the more it can move).
  • Page 51: Remote On/Off

    OPERATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual +Long +Lat -Lat -Long Figure 6-7, Run Off, Joystick When in Run is in the Off mode the joystick directly controls the e-beam output position, allowing the user to precondition the material manually. The Joystick lever controls direction of beam: left [-] &...
  • Page 52: Figure 6-8, Remote, No Pattern

    OPERATION Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Figure 6-8, Remote, No Pattern If no pattern is selected by the remote then No Pattern Selected is shown and there is no output to the coils Figure 6-9, Remote, Pattern Selected If a valid pattern is selected by the remote (contact closed, see chapter 3 for input description) then that pattern and pattern number will be displayed, the Run indication will light up and the pattern is output to the e-beam source coils.
  • Page 53: Maintenance And Service

    MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 7 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 7.1 Maintenance The Sweep does not require any special maintenance. 7.2 Cleaning For cleaning the outside of the device, a slightly moistened cloth will usually do. Do not use any aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents.
  • Page 54: Storage And Disposal

    8.1 Packaging Please keep the original packaging. The packaging is required for storing the Sweep and for shipping it to a Telemark service center. 8.2 Storage The Sweep may only be stored in a dry room. The following requirements must be met: Ambient temperature: -20….+60 °C...
  • Page 55: Figure 8-1, Weee Symbol

    STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual Figure 8-1, WEEE Symbol 55 of 58 telemark.com Rev 1.0.0...
  • Page 56: Errors And Warnings

    9 ERRORS AND WARNINGS 9.1 Error Codes The Programmable Sweep checks at start up and continually when it is turn on for any errors, if an error is found the sweep output is stopped and Remote mode it turned off.
  • Page 57: Interlock Fail

    ERRORS AND WARNINGS Programmable Sweep Instruction Manual 9.2 Interlock Fail Figure 9-1, Interlock Fail When the interlock string is broken a red “INTL” will show in the upper left corner of the screen, the pattern will stop on the screen and the output to the EB sources will stop.
  • Page 58: Warranty Conditions

    This warranty shall not apply if repair has been performed or an alteration made by anyone other than an authorized Telemark representative or if a malfunction occurs through abuse, misuse, negligence or accident. No charge will be made for repairs made under warranty at Telemark’s facilities.

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