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SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION
Power is available directly to the strobe, independently from the Power
Supply Switch inside the CBX.
CAUTION
Configure the Strobe Signal in the VPM software. Refer to the Camera Setup tab section of the
Impact Reference Guide.
This table summarizes the External Illuminator wiring and power requirements.
CBX/Camera Signal
Vdc
GND
Earth
O3B
O3A
Note: The strobe signal connection is shared with Output 3. If a non-zero value is
defined for the Strobe Pulse Length value (in VPM – Impact – General), the strobe is
active. If the value is zero, Output 3 is active.
SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION
Software configuration of your T4x-Series camera can be accomplished by the procedures
described in the Impact Reference Guide. VPM is used to configure the camera for specific
applications, and provides the tools to create vision programs.
VPM™ SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
To install and run Vision Program Manager™ you should have a Laptop or PC that meets or
exceeds the requirements defined in the system requirements section of the Impact Reference
Guide.
INSTALLING IMPACT SOFTWARE
A client computer is required to install Impact software and configure the camera. Refer to the
T4x-Series Reference Manual for client system requirements. To install Impact Software,
proceed as follows:
1. Turn on the Laptop or PC that will be used for configuration (connected to the Ethernet port
of the T4x-Series camera).
2. You may need to turn off automatic virus checking during the install if it causes installation
problems.
3. You must log in to an operating system account that has administrative privileges in order to
install or run Impact software on a Windows operating system.
Figure 18 – External Illuminator Connections
Meaning
10 to 30 Vdc
Ground
Shield/Earth Ground
Control Signal – (See Note)
Control Signal +
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