Oxford Instruments ANDOR Balor Quick Start Manual

Balor Quick Start Guide
1 Prepare your Facility
Handle the camera and accessories with
care.
Observe anti-static precautions when
installing the controller card and camera.
Ensure 100 mm clearance around camera
and power supply vents (Do not block vents
when operating on benchtop).
Operation of the camera close to intense
pulsed sources (e.g. plasma and X-ray
sources) may compromise performance.
Keep dry, <70% humidity non-condensing.
Use correct power supply and cables.
Store between -10°C and 50°C.
Operate between -30°C and 30°C.
Liquid chiller unit must be attached and
running (ensure liquid is flowing) before
powering on the camera (Liquid Cooled Only
variant).
Refer to the user manual for further information
2 Unpack the Camera
Camera Essentials
Anti-Static CoaXPress
Strap Card
(with ext. trigger
input)
Balor Camera
Documentation Software
scan or visit: (copy supplied)
andor.oxinst.com/
welcome
3 Install SDK3 and CoaXPress Drivers
You must have administrator access on your PC to perform this installation.
These instructions cover installation of both Andor Solis and Andor SDK if ordered. A copy of the software is provided
within the camera box. Additionally, the latest software files are available to download on request, please sign in or
create an account at andor.oxinst.com/downloads
Windows: Switch on the PC, run the setup exe from the supplied copy or the downloaded file: e.g. AndorSDK3Setup-
<version>.exe
1. Confirm the version of software (minimum is v3.14.x).
2. Follow the on screen prompts.
3. Select the installation directory when prompted.
4. If prompted for camera type select Balor.
5. On the final window click on "Install". Continue to follow the on screen prompts.
6. To complete the installation, when prompted select "Yes, restart the computer now" and click on the finish button.
Linux:
For detailed instructions on how to install the SDK3 and CoaXPress drivers on Linux please refer to Section 1.5.2 in
the Andor Software Development Kit Manual, available at
Cables
Coolant Pipes CoaXPress 2x Country
(hose inserts) Cable Specific Power
Cord
Trigger Cable Trigger Cable
1 x BNC to D-type 1 x BNC to SMB
andor.oxinst.com/downloads
Power Supply
1 x 15 V (Camera)
1 x 24 V (Cooler)