The Indigo 2A-48V Crystal Vision frame with front control panel open There are two easily accessible front fans. One is fitted on a detachable plate in front of the PSUs and the other is attached to the rear of the front panel.
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There are five two-colour LEDs on an active or passive front panel, with yellow/green indicating a normal condition and red an abnormal condition plus a yellow comms LED. The Indigo 2-48V status LEDs 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
To avoid injury or fire hazard do not operate this product in an explosive atmosphere. Only use this rack in conjunction with Crystal Vision modules designed for that purpose. The Indigo 2 range of frames is capable of housing the Crystal Vision range of optical modules.
RS422 control using CAT-5 cabling Refer to pinout tables Ethernet Ethernet control using CAT-5 cabling Refer to pinout tables All frame connectors are grouped together behind the PSUs at the rear of the frame. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
The fuse holder is part of the PSU module. Replace the fuse only with one of the same Note: type and rating. Refer to the ‘Maintenance’ section of the trouble shooting guide for more information. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
'a' to 'f'. The functions assigned to them are dependent on the module inserted in each slot, but a typical use is as a GPI line. Refer to the documentation supplied with each Crystal Vision module to determine the actual functions assigned.
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TX- bus RS422 RX- RS422 i/p Statesman The total current available from the 5.3V dc outputs is limited to approximately Note: 1.5Amps. To maintain EMC compliance only good quality screened cable assemblies should be used. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
Since the 422 Bus Output connector has no GND pin, two frames or other pieces of equipment which make a connection from the 422 Bus Output should ensure the GND of the two frames are connected together. This will normally occur through the earth pin on the mains connector. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
To terminate the RS422 link move the switch to the left, to unterminate it move it to the right. RJ45 Ethernet connector Pin number Function Not used – 75 ohm resistor to GND in frame 4 and 5 7 and 8 Not used – 75 ohm resistor to GND in frame 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
For example it could be set to Lower position for the Indigo 2A- 48V frame and Upper for Indigo 2-48V or Indigo 1-48V frame The number of modules reported to the active display includes the PSUs and front panel/frame as the Indigo front panel PIC and the two power supplies have an address and are treated as modules.
Statesman system, or if multiple control panels connect to a single frame via one multidrop cable. Statesman will display the Hex switch settings 0 to E as frame addresses 1 to F; switch setting F will be displayed as frame address 10. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
Ethernet control is provided by the Indigo 2E series of frames. This allows the Statesman PC control system or remote active control panels to control a large number of the Indigo Ethernet series frames over a local area network. Statesman control over the Ethernet of Indigo frames 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
LED status Description Data Flashing This LED will flash to indicate activity. Normally lit This LED will be lit whenever the frame is connected to an Link Ethernet network. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
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Although it is possible to operate the frame with the front panel open, the frame may not Warning: meet electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements in this condition. Switch three is for debug purposes and should normally be left in the up position. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
From this web page you are able then to change the IP address manually or automatically if DHCP is available. A frame serial number may also be entered. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
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(second line in status list), this is the setting of the frame address switch. Rotate this switch to something other than the number displayed. Refreshing the browser will then reflect this change so verifying that the correct frame is being communicated with. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
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Confirmation Window Should an incorrect IP address be added an error dialogue box will be displayed indicating the likely cause of the error condition. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
Once the desired serial number has been entered press the Store button to save it to memory. Should the chosen serial number contain an error or be out of range an error dialogue box will be displayed. Error dialogue box 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
Serial number successfully added 2.6 Installing Crystal Vision modules The Indigo 2 frames each have 12 slots for Crystal Vision video or audio cards. Signal connections are made through rear modules. The inside of the frame can be accessed to change the modules by pulling forward the two black knobs, one on each side of the front panel.
Removing modules To remove signal modules simply pull on the handle and withdraw them from the frame, with the retaining brackets removed. All Crystal Vision cards can be inserted and removed whilst the frame is powered without damage Rear connectors The frame will be supplied with an appropriate selection of rear connectors for any cards installed in it at the time of order.
Refit full or half size EMC covers and replace the retaining bars The Indigo 2-48V frame rear view with EMC covers fitted and RM01 connectors fitted to slots 1 and 2 If only a single slot remains uncovered, half size EMC covers are available.
Crystal Vision Installation The Indigo 2-48V frame showing the use of full and half size EMC covers and the use of single, double and quad rear connectors In order to accommodate the connectors of some full height (quad) rear modules such as...
There are three cooling modes that can be selected using a switch at the rear of the control panel. Indigo 2-48V front panel hardware settings – cooling mode The three modes are normal, quiet and maximum cooling. Switches one and two of the four-position DIL switch control the three cooling modes as...
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40°C. Although it is possible to operate the frame with the front panel open, the frame may not Warning: meet electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements in this condition. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
Press Enter for module home menu Indigo PIC 1.00 2.00 Press Enter for frame s/n and temp Upper PSU 1.14 2.14 Press Enter for PSU s/n and type Lower PSU 1.15 2.15 Press Enter for PSU s/n and type 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
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Node numbers Whilst most Crystal Vision cards have their unique card location address assigned automatically. Older cards and frames use a ‘node’ switch on each card. In all of the current frames, this node switch should be set to zero (factory default).
Press Device in Statesman mode for Comms comms status Flash amber None If a PSU is not fitted, the corresponding LED will not illuminate. If the front panel is open, the Front Fan LED will also be unlit. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
Panel key test and frame/panel address (Hex switch position) readout To enter this menu press the CAL key as the panel powers up Menu 1 Comment Testing LEDs Each LED is illuminated in sequence from left to right 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
TCP mode selected but unavailable in this software version The second expression in the bottom line provides further Comms status with four character positions, Comms = xxxx, each of which can be either 'y' or 'n'. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
Take care not to damage the panel ribbon cable when removing the fan assembly. Note: Once the fan assembly has been pulled backwards to free the fan connector plugs, the PSU fan will stop and the front panel PSU FAN LED will change from green to red. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
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PSU into a video or audio module slot. Check that the two/one switch behind the control panel is set correctly for the number of PSUs installed to prevent redundant PSU warnings. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
• Remove the finger guard and fan by unscrewing the four retaining screws • Replace the fan with a Crystal Vision supplied replacement part to ensure adequate cooling and continued fire protection • Be sure to refit finger guards on the outer side of the mounting plate assembly •...
Remove the fan and finger guard completely • Replace the fan with a Crystal Vision supplied replacement part to ensure adequate cooling and continued fire protection. Be sure to fit the finger guards on the outer side of the fan •...
A spare fuse is stored in a clip, which is attached to the PSU module and can be accessed once the module is removed • Reassemble in reverse order DC-DC converter module showing fuse carrier on the left side 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
Replace the fuse only with one of the same type and rating (10A, 250V time delay). Note: Software upgrades The software for the Indigo 2-48V, 2A-48V and 2S-48V panel is contained in a single EPROM in position U17. To change the EPROM proceed as follows: •...
Clear the old password as explained in the Active panel setup in the Appendix Is there a way to check all panel switches and LEDs? Hold the CAL button down as the panel powers up to enter the panel diagnostics mode 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
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The password is used in the resulting panel lock menu (Locked Password =) to unlock it Why doesn't the switch on the front panel that sets the slot address work? Changing this switch only takes effect the next time the front panel is powered up 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
Comment Front Panel Company Rotate the shaft encoder to select 'Crystal Crystal Vision Vision' Press ENTER to pass over menu 4 and re-boot the panel. The front panel should now boot up as normal. 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
1.14 2.14 PSU in 1U frames Most Crystal Vision cards have their unique node or card location address assigned automatically by the panel processor based on the slot occupied in the frame and the Upper/Lower range address setting. Older cards may have a special 16-position node switch for use with older frames such as the FR2-12 or FR1-6.
Second serial port available for Statesman control (connection via 26-pin high density D-Type connector and RJ45 connector) Ethernet control capable Statesman and active frame can control a second passive frame One or two passive frames can be controlled via a remote active panel 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
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2U frame Statesman enabled with no controls or display for up to 12 modules 2U frame Ethernet capable and Statesman enabled with no controls or display for up to 12 Indigo 2SE-48V modules PSU-150i-48Vdc 150 Watt PSU for Indigo 2-48V frames 02/12/2008 Indigo 2-48V User Manual R1.3...
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