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SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS Read and follow all instructions in this manual carefully, and retain this manual for future reference. Do not use this instrument in any manner inconsistent with these operating instructions or under any conditions that exceed the environmental specifications stated.
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Monarch Instrument’s Limited Warranty applies. www.monarchinstrument.com for details. Warranty Registration and Extended Warranty Coverage information is available online at www.monarchinstrument.com. Monarch Instrument holds the following US trademarks and registrations, all rights reserved: illumiNova®, Nova-Pro®, Nova-Strobe™, DataChart™, Track-It™.
1.0 OVERVIEW All descriptions in this manual apply to both the battery powered (dbx) and AC mains powered (dax) digital stroboscopes except where noted. 1.1 Display Panel/Definition of Buttons The display panel consists of a backlighted liquid crystal display with six numeric digits on top and five alphanumeric digits on the bottom, which indicate modes, flash rates, etc.
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Below the display are six membrane buttons which control the operation of the Stroboscope. They are: Multiply Flash Rate by 2 ALT Function - Starts Menu (see section 3.0) Hold when powering up to show all segments, then Rev # and display test Divide Flash Rate by 2 Hold when powering up to reset factory defaults...
2.0 PREPARATION FOR USE The Strobe may be handheld or mounted on a tripod or other user supplied bracket using the ¼-20 UNC bushing at the base of the handle. 2.1 Power The AC powered strobe must have its power cord plugged into an AC outlet (115 V ac or 230 V ac).
Common Pulse Output (GND) from Strobe Common Pulse Output (GND) from Strobe Figure 3 Output Connector Detail (Mono plug) The input jack ( pointing into socket) enables an external signal to trigger the strobe. Inserting a plug into the input jack will automatically put the strobe into the External Input Mode.
To enter the MENU: Press the ALT FUNCTION button and then the MENU button. SETUP and the menu option will be displayed. Turn the tuning knob to cycle through the main menu options. Once the desired menu option is displayed, press the MENU button to select it.
There are three major operating modes for the strobe: Internal, External Input, and Charging (battery-powered model only). In the Internal Mode, the knob adjusts the flash rate. In the External Input Mode, an external signal is used to trigger the flash and the knob has no effect. The Charging Mode (battery-powered model only) is when the strobe has the battery recharger plugged into it.
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Alternate Knob Function (multiple by 2, 3, 4, 5, etc.) The tuning knob functions differently when ALT. is displayed. The current flash rate is used as an adder. The knob will add (counterclockwise) or subtract (clockwise) that initial flash rate for each “click” the knob is turned.
6. Once the desired memory location is displayed, press the MEMORY button to store the current flash rate in that location. Press any other button to cancel. 7. DONE will be displayed. Internal Phase Delay Once the flash rate has been adjusted to give a stopped motion image, the PHASE DELAY button may be used with the knob to increase or decrease the phase of the reference mark location.
4.3 External Input Mode In the External Input Mode, the user can’t make any flash rate adjustments. The flash rate is a function of the input signal. This mode is used to synchronize the flash to an external event (for example, from an optical sensor) to stop or freeze motion.
4.5 Power Up Features When the strobe is powered up it will remember the last settings. Press and hold the x2/MENU button, then turn on the strobe by depressing the trigger switch. This will turn on all the display segments for two seconds or until you release the button.
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For example, when viewing a shaft with a single key way you will see one stationary image of the keyway at the actual speed and at 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, etc, of the actual speed. You will see 2 images of the keyway at 2 times the actual speed, 3 keyway at 3 times, etc.
If a Remote Optical Sensor or Magnetic Sensor is used to sense one pulse per revolution (External mode), the readout will display directly in RPM (FPM) without any adjustment required. In instances when you can shut down the device and install a piece of reflective tape, then an optical tachometer is easier to use for RPM measurement.
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Hold the lamp with a cloth between your forefinger and thumb and rock it back and forth gently while pulling out. Do not attempt to rotate the lamp. The lamp is socketed and will come out easily when pulled straight out. WARNING Do NOT touch the new lamp with bare fingers.
6.2 Fuse Replacement Under normal operating conditions, the fuse within the stroboscope should never blow. Examples of abnormal operating conditions would be foreign materials entering the strobe, such as water, pulp, ink, etc. The AC Powered stroboscope has a replaceable fuse inside the unit, which may be accessed by removing the lens and reflector - refer to Figure 4.
The enclosure contains control electronics to properly and safely charge the batteries. Never remove the batteries from the enclosure and attempt to charge externally. Always use the charger supplied (PSC-2U). 7.1 Low Battery Indication When the batteries are charged, there will be no battery indication. When the batteries are low, the Low Battery icon will blink in the display.
When charging, the strobe will indicate CHRGE in the bottom right of the display. The recharger will fast charge the batteries for about 4-5 hours and then trickle charge the batteries. Allow the recharger to charge the batteries until the display shows DONE for peak battery life performance.
8.0 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications* Nova-Strobe dax and dbx Stroboscopes Internal Modes Flash Range 30 - 20,000 FPM (Flashes Per Minute) Flash Rate Accuracy ±0.004% of setting or ± least significant digit 0.01 to 1 FPM (menu selectable), Flash Rate Resolution 0.1 FPM max resolution above 9,999.99 FPM...
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General Nova-Strobe dax and dbx Stroboscopes Time Base Ultra-stable crystal oscillator LCD with 6 numeric 0.506 in. [12.85 mm] high digits Display and 5 alphanumeric 0.282 in. [7.17 mm] high digits Battery level, On-Target, ALT., TACH LOCK, Indicators and EXT icons Digital Rotary switch with 36 detents per revolution;...
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Specific to Nova-Strobe dbx Deluxe Battery Stroboscope Trigger to Flash Delay 5 μsec typical Average: 13 W typical > 4000 FPM Light Output Instantaneous (per flash): 230 mJoule typical to 4000 FPM Battery power: 6 V dc internal Input Power rechargeable batteries;...
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Specific to Nova-Strobe dax Deluxe AC Stroboscope Trigger to Flash Delay 5 μsec typical Average Power: 15.5 W typical > 4000 FPM Light Output Instantaneous (per flash): 230 mJoule typical to 4000 FPM AC Powered: 100 V ac or 230 V ac,...
9.0 ACCESSORIES, SENSORS AND REPLACEMENT PARTS See Accessories webpage for details. Accessories: CC-7 Standard Latching Carrying Case with PN: 6280-040 provision for accessories SPC-1 Splash-proof Protective Cover PN: 6280-041 Protective Rubber Protective Rubber Cover fits over reflector Cover housing to protect against accidental drops PN: 6280-048 and infiltration of contaminants C-4027...
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Sensors: See Sensors webpage for details. RLS-P Rugged Laser Sensor with 3 m cable and mounting PN: 6180-081 bracket with jam nuts ROLS-P Remote Optical Laser Sensor with 8 ft. [2.5 m] cable PN: 6180-029 for triggering strobe ROS-P Remote Optical Sensor with 8 ft. [2.5 m] cable for PN: 6180-057 triggering strobe ROS-P-25...
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Replacement Parts: L-1903 Stroboscope replacement lamp PN: 6280-030 PSC-2U Universal power supply/charger, 115/230 PN: 6280-022 Vac with USA, UK, AUS, Euro Adapter Plugs Internal Battery Pack Rechargeable NiMH battery pack PN: 6280-046 PN: 6280-030 PN: 6280-022 PN: 6280-046...
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The Professional’s Choice Monarch Instrument is committed to excellence and quality in manufacturing, sales, and service. Track-It ™ Data Loggers Panel Tachometers Portable Tachometers Portable Strobes Frequency Fixed Mounted Converters Strobes ™ Speed Sensors DataChart Paperless Recorders 15 Columbia Drive, Amherst NH 03031 USA Tel.: (603) 883-3390 // Fax: (603) 886-3300...
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