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  • Page 1 VIEW Micro-Metrology Benchmark™ 250 Installation Manual...
  • Page 3 VIEW Micro-Metrology Benchmark™ 250 Installation Manual Copyright © 2012 VIEW Micro-Metrology, a Division of Quality Vision International, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.
  • Page 4 Part No. 799030, Revision E, 03/12 Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of VIEW Micro-Metrology. VIEW Mirco-Metrology, Benchmark, and the VIEW Mirco-Metrology and Benchmark logos are trademarks of VIEW Micro-Metrology. All other trademarks mentioned in this manual are property of their respective owners.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Who Should Read This Manual Required Knowledge What This Manual Contains Where to Get Help System Overview What This Chapter Contains What Is Benchmark 250? System Components How the System Operates Safety Information What This Chapter Contains Emergency Stop System Status LEDs...
  • Page 6 System Startup & Shutdown What This Chapter Contains Powering Up the System Stopping Stage Motion Operation Checks Running a Part Inspection Program Shutting Down the System Stage Fixture Mounting Holes P a g e i i 7 9 9 0 3 0 , R e v i s i o n E , 0 3 / 1 2 B e n c h m a r k 2 5 0...

  • Page 7: Important System Labels

    Important System Labels Label: Location: Definition: Around the remote E- (Yellow ring Stop around red switch) Emergency stop Left and right sides of Do not lift the stage, on the substage Front surface of the Pinch hazard electronics tower Top of rear door Hazardous voltage present;...
  • Page 8 Label: Location: Definition: Front surface of the System model electronics tower and serial number Rear door, above lower Main system ID rear panel Front surface of the Exercise electronics tower caution near this area Right side of the laser International (if equipped) laser symbol Right side of the laser...
  • Page 9 Label: Location: Definition: Right side of the laser Indicates that (if equipped) the laser meets Class II requirements of the CFR 21 standard Right side of the laser Identifies the (if equipped) laser emitting aperture I n s t a l l a t i o n M a n u a l 7 9 9 0 3 0 , R e v i s i o n E , 0 3 / 1 2 P a g e v...
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  • Page 11: About This Manual

    • Where to get help Who Should Read This Manual Read this manual if you will be performing any of the following tasks related to the Benchmark 250 system: • unpacking and installing the system • powering up and/or shutting down the system •...

  • Page 12: Where To Get Help

    C h a p t e r 1 A b o u t T h i s M a n u a l Where to Get Help For help, contact the Customer Support HelpDesk at: VIEW Micro-Metrology 1711 West 17th Street Tempe, AZ 85281 USA Phone:...

  • Page 13: System Overview

    The patented LED Programmable Ring Light (PRL) is optional. Refer to the Benchmark 250 Technical Data Sheet (part number 799002) for more technical information. I n s t a l l a t i o n M a n u a l...

  • Page 14: System Components

    Joystick Keyboard Mouse Figure 2-1 Benchmark 250 System Components P a g e 4 7 9 9 0 3 0 , R e v i s i o n E , 0 3 / 1 2 B e n c h m a r k 2 5 0...

  • Page 15: How The System Operates

    C h a p t e r 2 How the System Operates Based on the Windows XP operating system, the Benchmark 250 system comes installed with its own proprietary application software, image processing hardware, an easy-to-use graphical user interface, and a full range of dimensional measurement tools.
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  • Page 17: Safety Information

    Safety Information C h a p t e r What This Chapter Contains This chapter covers the following: • Emergency Stop • System Status LEDs • System Power • System Lockout • Safety Guidelines Also, be sure to review the information on Important System Labels on page iii. Emergency Stop The emergency off (EMO) circuit is activated by pressing the remote E-Stop on the workstation.

  • Page 18: System Status Leds

    C h a p t e r 3 S a f e t y I n f o r m a t i o n System Status LEDs The system status LEDs are located on the interconnection panel on the right-hand side of the machine.

  • Page 19: System Power

    S a f e t y I n f o r m a t i o n C h a p t e r 3 System Power The system comes with an IEC power strip (P/N 037545) and three identical power cords (P/N 019978) that connect the monitor, system computer, and machine to the power strip.

  • Page 20: System Lockout

    C h a p t e r 3 S a f e t y I n f o r m a t i o n System Lockout Before servicing the system, you must unplug the power cord and lock out the system.

  • Page 21: Safety Guidelines

    S a f e t y I n f o r m a t i o n C h a p t e r 3 Safety Guidelines For your personal safety, observe the following safety precautions and guidelines. They are provided for your protection and to help prevent damage to the system. General Precautions: •...
  • Page 22 C h a p t e r 3 S a f e t y I n f o r m a t i o n Power Cord: • Only use the power cord and connector specified for the system. • Do not operate the system if the power cord is damaged.

  • Page 23: Installation

    Installation C h a p t e r What This Chapter Contains This chapter covers the following: • Choosing an Installation Site • Unpacking the Machine • Removing the X, Y, and Z Restraints • Installing the Stage Glass • Arranging and Connecting the System I n s t a l l a t i o n M a n u a l 7 9 9 0 3 0 , R e v i s i o n E , 0 3 / 1 2...

  • Page 24: Choosing An Installation Site

    C h a p t e r 4 I n s t a l l a t i o n Choosing an Installation Site Before installing the system, choose a site that meets the following criteria: Specification Requirement: Temperature Recommended operating range: 17° to 33°C Rated environment: 18°...

  • Page 25: Unpacking The Machine

    I n s t a l l a t i o n C h a p t e r 4 Unpacking the Machine When you receive the system, the shipment will include a pallet that contains the machine, computer equipment, and any optional accessories. Note: The specific packing of your system may vary from the following instructions.
  • Page 26 C h a p t e r 4 I n s t a l l a t i o n Using a forklift or pallet jack, move the shipping carton as close as possible to the final location where the system will be installed. Using a pair of large diagonal cutters, cut and remove the metal bands that secure the shipping carton to the pallet.
  • Page 27 I n s t a l l a t i o n C h a p t e r 4 Warning: The machine weighs approximately 155 kg (340 lbs). To prevent personal injury, always lift the machine with a power or manual hoist; we do not recommend lifting the machine by hand.
  • Page 28 C h a p t e r 4 I n s t a l l a t i o n Warning: When lifting the machine, keep the weight of the machine balanced equally beneath the lifting straps, steadying it manually at all times. Failure to steady the machine could result in the machine tipping over.

  • Page 29: Removing The X, Y, And Z Restraints

    I n s t a l l a t i o n C h a p t e r 4 Removing the X, Y, and Z Restraints After unpacking the machine and moving it to the final operating location, you must remove the X-, Y-, and Z-axis shipping restraints.
  • Page 30 C h a p t e r 4 I n s t a l l a t i o n Using a 4 mm Allen wrench, remove the outboard X-axis end stop screw. Remove the shipping restraint and store it for future use. Caution: If the small, black X-axis ball retainers (under the shipping restraint) fall out, put them back in place before continuing.
  • Page 31 I n s t a l l a t i o n C h a p t e r 4 Using a 4 mm Allen wrench, remove the outboard Y-axis end stop screw. Remove the shipping restraint and store it for future use. Caution: If the small, black Y-axis ball retainers (under the shipping restraint) fall out, put them back in place before continuing.
  • Page 32 C h a p t e r 4 I n s t a l l a t i o n 13. Locate the two Z-axis shipping restraints, which are attached to the top of the Z-axis slide (see Figure 2-5). Top View Shipping Pivot Screw Shipping...

  • Page 33: Installing The Stage Glass

    I n s t a l l a t i o n C h a p t e r 4 Installing the Stage Glass Tools Required 2 mm Allen wrench Glass cleaner Soft, lint-free toweling Locate and unwrap the stage glass. Clean both sides of the stage glass with glass cleaner and soft, lint-free toweling.

  • Page 34: Arranging And Connecting The System

    C h a p t e r 4 I n s t a l l a t i o n Arranging and Connecting the System Tools Required Diagonal cutters Small, flat-head screwdriver Unpack the system computer, monitor, joystick, mouse, keyboard, remote E- Stop, and any other system components and accessories.
  • Page 35 E-STOP POWER MONITOR POWER POWER BENCHMARK 250 IEC POWER STRIP EXTERNAL POWER Figure 4-7 System Cabling Diagram (Dual Magnification Systems) I n s t a l l a t i o n M a n u a l 7 9 9 0 3 0 , R e v i s i o n E , 0 3 / 1 2...
  • Page 36 C h a p t e r 4 I n s t a l l a t i o n Connect the... to the... and the... JOYSTICK Joystick — CONTROLLER (P/N 039037) connector on the machine REMOTE E-STOP Remote E-Stop —...
  • Page 37 E-STOP POWER MONITOR POWER POWER BENCHMARK 250 IEC POWER STRIP EXTERNAL POWER Figure 4-8 System Cabling Diagram (Single Magnification Systems) I n s t a l l a t i o n M a n u a l 7 9 9 0 3 0 , R e v i s i o n E , 0 3 / 1 2...
  • Page 38 C h a p t e r 4 I n s t a l l a t i o n Connect the... to the... and the... JOYSTICK Joystick — CONTROLLER (P/N 039037) connector on the machine REMOTE E-STOP Remote E-Stop —...

  • Page 39: System Startup & Shutdown

    System Startup & Shutdown C h a p t e r What This Chapter Contains This chapter covers the following: • Powering Up the System • Stopping Stage Motion • Operation Checks • Running a Part Inspection Program • Shutting Down the System •...

  • Page 40: Powering Up The System

    C h a p t e r 5 S y s t e m S t a r t u p & S h u t d o w n Powering Up the System Make sure the system components are connected and the main power cord is plugged into an appropriate power source (outlet).

  • Page 41: Stopping Stage Motion

    S y s t e m S t a r t u p & S h u t d o w n C h a p t e r 5 Stopping Stage Motion If you encounter an emergency while operating the system, press the remote E- Stop (see Figure 5-1) to immediately cut power to the motors and stop system operation.

  • Page 42: Operation Checks

    C h a p t e r 5 S y s t e m S t a r t u p & S h u t d o w n Operation Checks After powering up the system and launching the metrology software, you should verify that it performs as expected.

  • Page 43: Running A Part Inspection Program

    S y s t e m S t a r t u p & S h u t d o w n C h a p t e r 5 Running a Part Inspection Program Caution: Only fully trained and authorized personnel should operate the system. Launch the VMS metrology software by double-clicking on the VMS icon on the Windows Desktop.
  • Page 44 If the part has to be aligned manually before running the program, use the joystick to move the stage and follow the movement in the Video window, until the feature is in position in the camera field of view. Click in the VMS toolbar to run the program automatically.

  • Page 45: Shutting Down The System

    S y s t e m S t a r t u p & S h u t d o w n C h a p t e r 5 Shutting Down the System Warning: The system must be shut down in an orderly fashion to prevent data loss.

  • Page 46: Stage Fixture Mounting Holes

    9.5 mm (TYP) FRONT OF STAGE Figure 5-3 Benchmark 250 Stage Fixturing Holes P a g e 3 6 7 9 9 0 3 0 , R e v i s i o n E , 0 3 / 1 2...

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