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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Operating manual – BC-Config Page 2 of 11 Flash controller BC-100-20A V08 / 05.04.16 Inhalt Description ................................. 3 Safety notice ................................ 3 Operation without LED lighting .......................... 4 Starting BC‐Config .............................. 4 Operation of BC‐100‐20A ............................. 4 Login procedure .............................. 4 Operating options / command set .......................... 5 ... -
Page 3: Description
Operating manual – BC-Config Page 3 of 11 Flash controller BC-100-20A V08 / 05.04.16 1 Description The BC‐100‐20A is a configurable power source for flashable LED lights. It can deliver both pulsed current and constant current. The level of the current, the time parameters and numerous additional functions are configured via the RS485 interface (point‐to‐point connection). For this purpose, the BC‐100‐20A is connected via a USB adapter to a PC. A corresponding parameter and command set and a suitable terminal program are used for communication and configuration. After connecting an LED lighting system and entering the parameters, the BC‐100‐20A conducts a calibration run upon initial startup to determine the internal control values needed for operation and saves them in non‐volatile memory (EEPROM). The flash function can be started and stopped with corresponding commands. Automatic startup after availability of the supply voltage is also possible. In this case, no further connection with the interface is necessary. The BC‐100‐20A operates with the saved parameters, also after a shut‐down and re‐start. In addition to the most common use in externally triggered pulse mode, the BC‐100‐20A can also be controlled internally triggered, i.e. in strobe mode. In the case of lower current values, it can also be used as a constant power supply for continuous operation. Note: The BC‐100‐20A becomes hot during operation. Depending on the flash parameters used, a heat sink temperature of up to 60°C can occur. It is necessary to provide for sufficient heat dissipation. 2 Safety notice Flashing LED lights can generate very strong light impulses that can be harmful to the human organism (for example, eye damage, headaches, epileptic reactions). They may be used only by trained personnel. Effective protective measures may be necessary. ... -
Page 4: Operation Without Led Lighting
Operating manual – BC-Config Page 4 of 11 Flash controller BC-100-20A V08 / 05.04.16 3 Operation without LED lighting 3.1 Starting BC‐Config • Procure an RS485/USB adapter, if not already present (available in the di‐soric product portfolio as a ready‐to‐use accessory). Install the correct device drives for the RS485/USB adapter. • • Connect the BC‐100‐20A to the PC/controller via the adapter. • Start BC‐Config. 3.2 Operation of BC‐100‐20A • First make sure that no LED lighting is connected. • Connect device to 24 V DC power supply and switch on. Make sure that the power supply can deliver pulsed current of at least 6 A, if maximum pulsed current is needed. 3.3 Login procedure User name: user Password: di‐soric ... -
Page 5: Operating Options / Command Set
Operating manual – BC-Config Page 5 of 11 Flash controller BC-100-20A V08 / 05.04.16 4 Operating options / command set 4.1 User interface 4.2 Higher‐level commands Command/parameter Explanation Start Check the parameter set for consistency, save the configuration if OK, enable LED driver Stop Disable LED driver Save Check the parameter set for consistency and save the configuration if OK Logout Disconnect connection ... -
Page 6: Configuration Commands / Parameters
Operating manual – BC-Config Page 6 of 11 Flash controller BC-100-20A V08 / 05.04.16 4.3 Configuration commands / parameters Permissible Command/parameter Explanation values Version Display the current firmware Temperature Display of the current temperature Supply Voltage Display of the supply voltage Error Display of an error code for the customer support Mode Select flash mode or constant current mode Current 100 … 20000 Set the LED current in mA ... -
Page 7: Startup Of Bc-100-20A With Connected Led Lighting
Operating manual – BC-Config Page 7 of 11 Flash controller BC-100-20A V08 / 05.04.16 5.5 Startup of BC‐100‐20A with connected LED lighting Press the button “Start” to execute the new configuration, enable the LED drivers and start the calibration phase. Note: As a safety function, the “Start” command also saves the current parameters and values as does the “Save” command. Note: The yellow LED indicates monitoring of the flash process and always lights up when the connected lighting system is active. This is the case both in the calibration phase and in flash mode or constant current mode. 5.6 Calibration phase After each “Start” command and when switched on in Autostart mode, the calibration phase is first executed. This is used to test the connected LED lighting and to optimize the BC‐100‐20A for the connected LED lighting. The “Stop” command can be used to stop the ongoing calibration procedure or normal operation at any time. The LED driver is immediately switched off in this case. Note: Do not change any parameters during the calibration phase! The entire calibration phase is indicated by flashing of the green LED. NOTE: The duration of the calibration phase depends on the connected LED lighting system and the configured parameters. In the case of high T values it can lock up for a very long time (up to 100 seconds). During this calibration phase the LED lighting will light up, flicker or flash. Protective measures may be necessary. After successful calibration the green LED lights up continuously. If the BC‐100‐20A detects errors or violation of the permissible limits during the calibration procedure, the calibration is discontinued and the red LED indicates the error. In this case it is necessary to adjust the parameters. After successful completion of the calibration phase, the BC‐100‐20A operates with the detected control parameters and the LED driver remains enabled. 6 Flash mode / constant current mode ... -
Page 8: Faults And Errors
Operating manual – BC-Config Page 8 of 11 Flash controller BC-100-20A V08 / 05.04.16 8 Faults and errors 8.1 General If the BC‐100‐20A detects a fault, the LED driver is immediately switched off to prevent further damage to the controller or the LED lighting. The red LED lights up continuously. 8.2 Troubleshooting The BC‐100‐20A features internal temperature monitoring, which switches off the LED driver as a safety function if the internal device temperature exceeds 65°C. A short circuit, broken cable or defective components in the LED lighting can also cause a malfunction. Incorrect supply voltage can also cause a fault, for example in case of a supply voltage fluctuation or outage. A maximum supply voltage fluctuation of ± 1V is permitted. Errors or limit violations during the calibration phase can also result in a fault message. For every fault message we recommend making a thorough check of all electrical connections, the LED lighting system, the power supply and the device configuration. 8.3 Resetting an error / fault To reset a fault in Autostart operating mode, you should reboot the device, by briefly disconnecting it from the power supply. When the terminal connection is active, the commands “Stop” and “Start” can be used to trigger a new calibration phase of the connected lighting. If the fault cannot be reset despite a correct hardware environment and valid configuration, there may be a defect in the BC‐100‐20A. In this case, you need to contact the di‐soric customer service department. 9 Trigger function 9.1 Internal trigger function ... -
Page 9: Delay Function
Operating manual – BC-Config Page 9 of 11 Flash controller BC-100-20A V08 / 05.04.16 10 Delay function The BC‐100‐20A features a configurable pre‐trigger delay. This delay function provides for a reproducible delay between the trigger signal and the flash pulse. The delay can be used to optimise synchronisation of the controller to the trigger and delay times of the connected peripheral equipment, such as a camera. The pre‐trigger delay time can be set under “Delay” in a range from 5 … 1,000,000 µs, although the following limits must be observed for technical reasons: Limiting condition: Parameter Value [in µs] LED current (current) in ≥ 50 < 2000 mA Delay ≥ 5 Delay ≥ 2000 mA The following restriction generally applies: Delay ≤ (CycleTime / 2) ‒ TimeOn The pre‐trigger delay time can be set during operation under “Delay”. In this case the entered value is immediately checked, saved and applied, if it is within the permissible limits. Otherwise, the old value is retained unchanged. No new calibration phase is necessary. 11 Ready output The BC‐100‐20A is equipped with a ready control output “Ready OUT”. This configurable output is always enabled ... -
Page 10: Limit Values
Operating manual – BC-Config Page 10 of 11 Flash controller BC-100-20A V08 / 05.04.16 13 Limit values 13.1 Description Due to the numerous possible parameter configurations in combination with the different LED lighting systems available on the market, limits and restrictions must be complied with to protect the BC‐100‐20A against overload and damage. The following limit values and restrictions are always checked when the “Save” and “Start” commands are executed. If they are exceeded, an error is output. The configuration must then be checked and adjusted. 13.2 Limit values in constant current mode Maximum LED lighting current Current ≤ 1800 mA 13.3 Limit values in flash mode Duty Cycle Flash current I max. TimeOn ≤ 2000 mA 50000 µs ≤ 5000 mA 5000 µs ≤ 1 % ... - Page 11 Fax: +49 (0) 71 81 / 98 79 - 179 info@di-soric.com Auslandsgesellschaften Foreign subsidiaries AUSTRIA di-soric Austria GmbH & Co. KG Burg 39 4531 Kematen an der Krems Austria Fon: +43 (0) 72 28 / 72 366 Fax: +43 (0) 72 28 / 72 366 - 4 info.at@di-soric.com...
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