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- Page 1 ViaSampler Manual No: 15717001 Instruction Manual Date of Release: .0 .201...
- Page 3 Service Manuals: Struers Service Manuals may only be used by a trained technician authorised by Struers. The Service Manual may only be used in connection with Struers equipment covered by the Service Manual. Struers assumes no responsibility for errors in the manual text/illustrations. The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
- Page 4 Clearances around the routing table must conform to the minimum working clearances specified. Do not place any item or any part of your body within the clearance area while the ViaSampler is operating. Operators should ensure that the actual supply voltage corresponds to the voltage specified on the back of the machine.
- Page 5 The equipment should only be used for its intended purpose and as detailed in the Instruction Manual. The equipment is designed for use with consumables supplied by Struers. If subjected to misuse, improper installation, alteration, neglect, accident or improper repair, Struers will accept no responsibility for damage(s) to the user or the equipment.
- Page 7 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Disposal Equipment marked with a WEEE symbol contain electrical and electronic components and must not be disposed of as general waste. Please contact your local authorities for information on the correct method of disposal in accordance with national legislation.
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Page 9: Table Of Contents
1. Getting Started with ViaSampler Unpacking ViaSampler ............... 3 Placing ViaSampler ................4 Removing the Transport Brackets ............5 Getting acquainted with ViaSampler ..........6 Front of ViaSampler ..............6 Rear of ViaSampler ..............8 Supplying Power ................9 Single-phase Supply ..............9 2-phase Supply ................. - Page 10 Sensor Status ................. 57 Standard Calibration ............... 58 Oversized Hole ............... 61 Enhanced Calibration .............. 61 Output Tests ................61 Transporting ViaSampler ............62 Remote Service ................66 5. Trouble-shooting Error at Program Start ..............67 Other Error Messages ..............70 6.
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Page 11: Getting Started With Viasampler
ViaSampler Instruction Manual 1. Getting Started with ViaSampler Unpacking ViaSampler Detach ViaSampler from the bottom of the packing case by removing the four screws from below. Remove ViaSampler from the packing case. Checking the Contents of the In the packing boxes you should find the following items:... -
Page 12: Placing Viasampler
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Placing ViaSampler Place ViaSampler on a rigid, stable table or worktop, designed to bear the weight of the ViaSampler, and at an adequate working height. The machine must be close to a source of mains power, and coupled to a fume/dust exhaust system. -
Page 13: Removing The Transport Brackets
Place the brackets and the screws in a storage container. The brackets and screws will be needed if the ViaSampler is moved. Note: prototype transport bracket illustrated. Important! Never move ViaSampler from one location to another unless the storage brackets are mounted. -
Page 14: Getting Acquainted With Viasampler
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Getting acquainted Take a moment to familiarise yourself with the location and names of with ViaSampler the ViaSampler components: Front of ViaSampler Emergency Stop button Camera housing ... - Page 15 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Clamp arms Power indicator Routing well (routing area) Clamp locking lever Safety screen (shown retracted) Rubber skirt Drive shaft Collet ...
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Page 16: Rear Of Viasampler
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Rear of ViaSampler Video output connector Control cable connector for W32 (RS232 serial communication) Switched 24V supply for contactor control of exhaust system Switched mains output connector for screen power supply ... -
Page 17: Supplying Power
DO NOT use this cable to connect equipment that use a 110V power supply. Failure to adhere to this may result in material damage. The female IEC 320 connector at the rear of the ViaSampler is used to supply power to the touch screen (via the touch screen power... -
Page 18: Mounting The Display
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Mounting the Display The touch screen display is affixed to the ViaSampler support arm with 4 M4 screws through the VESA bracket at the end of the arm. Holding the display correctly oriented so that the mounting holes are aligned with the holes in the VESA bracket, affix with the 4 M4 screws supplied, using a 2.5 mm screwdriver. -
Page 19: Connecting Viasampler
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Connecting ViaSampler The computer must be connected before ViaSampler can be used. The external fume/dust extraction device is controlled by a 24V contactor relay-switching voltage supplied by ViaSampler. A suitable 24V control contactor relay must be installed and connected to the dust/fume extraction device and its power source by a qualified electrician before the ViaSampler can be used. -
Page 20: Connecting The Contactor
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Connecting the Contactor A contactor is supplied with ViaSampler. This is used to control an external fume/dust extraction (exhaust) system. Connections from the contactor to the mains supply and to the exhaust system must be made by a qualified electrician. A wiring diagram is supplied with the contactor. - Page 21 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Important! Do not attempt to connect the contactor box to the mains supply unless you are a qualified electrician. Incorrect connection can cause a shock hazard and / or damage to ViaSampler...
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Page 22: Dust/Fume Exhaust Connection
Insert the nozzle into the bottom of the exhaust outlet at the rear O-ring of the ViaSampler. The nozzle is retained by the pressure exerted by the O-ring on the tapered internal wall of the exhaust outlet. Extraction... -
Page 23: Pc And Operating System
Instruction Manual PC and Operating System The ViaSampler software is pre-installed on the PC. (Note, if another PC is to be used, a Struers Service Technician will be required to fix compatibility issues). User Interface ViaSampler is controlled via a touch screen display. The display has two operating modes: touch screen mode and mouse mode. -
Page 24: Navigation In The Menu
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Navigation in the Menu From the Main menu page, press or click on an icon to enter a Process or function page. To go to another Process or function page from within a Process or function page, it is necessary to first exit the process or function by pressing the Return to Main menu icon, pictured here. -
Page 25: Adjusting The Display
Exit. Return to main menu. Press this button to shut down the ViaSampler program or stop the current process (context dependent). Proceed to Next step. Adjusting the Display The contrast, brightness and screen geometry can be adjusted using the controls on the front of the display. -
Page 26: Configuration Page
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Configuration Page From the Configuration page, press or click on an icon to select the desired function. -
Page 27: Coupon Format
Coupon format About the Struers Coupon The coupons produced by ViaSampler have the standard dimensions of the Struers Coupon: After the coupon has been routed by ViaSampler, the coupon Positioning hole Target Via remains connected to the board by a small tab. The tab serves two purposes: •... -
Page 28: Flexible Coupon Format
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Flexible Coupon Format Using the Struers standard coupon format (10x20 mm) means that multiple coupons can be prepared automatically using ViaKit. User defined coupon formats can be selected, though this will usually mean that coupons have to be prepared manually (unless the dimensions are very similar to the Struers standard format). - Page 29 ViaSampler Instruction Manual If a large coupon is tilted at an angle that will result in a conflict with the edges of the routing well, then the routing process cannot be started. An unlimited number of custom coupon sizes can be named and the...
- Page 30 Coupons that are not the standard size are not compatible with ViaKit (ViaInserter, ViaMount, and ViaHolder), which are designed specifically for the default Struers format. Positioning pin holes are not necessary for coupons that are to be prepared manually; positioning holes can be de-selected.
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Page 31: Emergency Stop Button
Emergency Stop Button The emergency stop button is a latching switch, which causes the motors in ViaSampler to stop when the button is pushed. It also causes several pop-up warnings to appear on the ViaSampler screen. Select OK to acknowledge the pop-ups until the ViaSampler program on the PC shuts down. -
Page 32: Mounting The Router-Cutter
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Loosen the collet using the two spanners provided with Mounting the Router-cutter ViaSampler Insert the router-cutter into the collet, press upwards and hold, and tighten the collet. Ensure that the collar on the router-cutter is in firm contact with the collet. -
Page 33: Support Blocks
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Support blocks When flexible boards are routed frequently, the use of support blocks in the routing well is recommended. Insert the support blocks into the routing well. When the blocks no longer provide the intended support, remove the block and flip to use the rear of the block for support or replace with a new support block. -
Page 34: Operating Viasampler
Instruction Manual 2. Operating ViaSampler Switching on ViaSampler Power on the ViaSampler using the power switch at the rear of the machine. Now power on the Industrial PC using the power button on the front of the PC. -
Page 35: Clamping In General
ViaSampler Instruction Manual ViaSampler is supplied with a built-in clamping plate, and friction Clamping in General pads on the routing table. This ensures reliable clamping of both small and large boards. Place the PCB on the router table, with the area of interest on top of the router area (the recessed square on the table). -
Page 36: Starting The Process
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Starting the Process Switch on ViaSampler and the industrial PC (press the power button). The ViaSampler program will now start automatically. From the ViaSampler main menu, press or click the Process icon to enter the Process page. See... - Page 37 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Position the PCB manually so that the first target via is inside the 11.7 x 11.7 mm blue reference box. Adjust the lighting level if necessary with the light intensity buttons. The first target via must be inside the blue box ...
- Page 38 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Pull down the clamp locking lever and press or click on the OK button.
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Page 39: Marking The First Target Via
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Marking the First Target Via The First target via icon is automatically highlighted when you have clamped the panel. A yellow target via alignment circle is shown at the centre of the 11.7 x 11.7 mm field, adjacent to two numeric figures. The upper figure is the diameter of the target via alignment circle in microns. -
Page 40: Fine Positioning The First Target Via
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Fine positioning the First Target Via Change to the high-magnification camera by pressing or clicking the 100x icon. The table will move to position the active area under the high-magnification camera. If necessary, adjust the lighting level and focus. - Page 41 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Press the Second target via icon to complete identification of the First target and to move to the Next step. The Second target button is now highlighted, and the low-magnification camera is automatically selected. The table will move to position the new...
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Page 42: Marking The Second Target Via
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Marking the Second Target Via The area in which it is possible to mark the second target via is shown by a blue 14 mm diameter circle, centred on the first target via. Adjust the lighting level if necessary with the light intensity buttons. - Page 43 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Fine position the second target via under the yellow alignment circle by touching the screen at the centre of the target via or by using the table positioning control. An optional adjustment of the diameter of the alignment circle can be done to match the diameter of the target via with the alignment circle diameter buttons.
- Page 44 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Press the Show coupon / flip coupon icon to complete identification of the Second target and to move to the Next step. This button is now highlighted and the router table moves to position the coupon under the low-magnification camera.
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Page 45: Checking The Coupon Position
Important! The positioning holes are drilled by ViaSampler and used to ensure precise alignment of the coupon in the sample holder. Irregularities in the shape of the positioning holes can make precise alignment impossible. - Page 46 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Check also that the area to be routed, as displayed on the screen, does not interfere with a planned specimen coupon from an adjacent area. To avoid conflicts with other areas of interest or customer panels, the coupon area can be flipped around the target line axis by pressing the Show coupon / flip coupon icon.
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Page 47: Manually Positioning The Coupon
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Manually Positioning the For larger vias where the precision of the alignment of the holes is Coupon less critical, use the manual positioning feature. Using the simple horizontal cross hair, manually align a row of targets. -
Page 48: Routing
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Routing Select the routing speed most suitable for the type and thickness of the PCB by moving the routing speed slider. The rule of thumb is to reduce the routing speed with increased board thickness. For flexible boards it is also recommended to reduce the routing speed. -
Page 49: Continuous Routing
ViaSampler Instruction Manual When all the coupons required have been routed from the board, lift the clamp locking lever to release the PCB. Remove the PCB and twist out the coupon(s). Note At the start of the routing process, the width of the knock-out tab holding the coupon on the board is automatically set according to the board gauge/thickness. -
Page 50: Split Process
ViaSampler Instruction Manual In some cases it may be useful to split the routing process into two Split process stages: first drilling the positioning holes and then extracting the coupon at a later stage. Drilling positioning holes In the Configuration menu: ... -
Page 51: Extracting The Coupon
ViaSampler Instruction Manual In the Process screen, follow the usual procedure for routing. The holes will be drilled but the coupon won’t be extracted. Extracting the Coupon In the Configuration menu, select Special Positioning Mode. Go to Process. - Page 52 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Select the position for the second hole. The coupon boundary is displayed: Adjust the position. Use higher magnification if necessary. Click the router button to extract the coupon.
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Page 53: Routing Large Boards
Instruction Manual Routing Large Boards The maximum board size that can be handled by ViaSampler is 635 x 635 mm. The maximum thickness is 7mm. It is important that the board is adequately supported, to avoid deformation in the routing process. -
Page 54: Routers
(actually 1 x 1.96 mm, 1 x 1.97 mm, 1x 1.98 mm). For reliable operation, use only routers supplied by Struers. Important! The PCB routers used in ViaSampler must have a collar to ensure correct positioning. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in damage to the... -
Page 55: Configuring Viasampler
ViaSampler Instruction Manual 3. Configuring ViaSampler ViaSampler can be tailored to the user-specific environment via the Configuration menu, accessed from the main menu. From the Main menu, press or click the Configuration icon: Configuration Menu... -
Page 56: Positioning Mode
This is done by the external extraction device or system, connected to the exhaust outlet on the back of ViaSampler. The external device or system must be capable of maintaining a flow of at least 130 m hour (4597 ft / hour). -
Page 57: Cursor Type
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Cursor Type Buttons or functions can be selected by a left click on the mouse or (Automatic Positioning mode) by touching the button/ area on the touch screen. In Automatic Positioning mode a 90 or a 45 angle cross hair cursor can be selected. -
Page 58: Cleaning And Maintenance
From the Main menu page, press or click the Clean routing area icon. The cleaning cycle starts and ViaSampler switches the external contactor relay to start the external dust/fume extraction device or system. The cleaning cycle lasts 10 seconds, and while... -
Page 59: Manual Cleaning
Using a soft moist cloth, gently wipe the external surface of the routing area safety screen. Warning! Do not use excess water or solvents to clean ViaSampler. Cleaning with solvents or excess water and can cause damage and create a safety hazard. -
Page 60: Checking Router Wear
Wear on the router can be checked using a positioning pin (from ViaKit or ViaKit Basic): Use ViaSampler to make a coupon from a scrap piece of board. Press a positioning pin through a drilled positioning hole in the coupon, and hold the coupon by the edges in a horizontal orientation. -
Page 61: Router Change Screen
ViaSampler Instruction Manual If router change has been confirmed, the safety screen retracts to allow access and the router change instructions are displayed: Router Change Screen... -
Page 62: Loosening The Collet
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Loosening the Collet Loosen the router collet using the 13mm and 17mm open spanners. Remove the old router tool. Remove the collet completely. Clean the collet with compressed air or a soft cloth. -
Page 63: Service Menu
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Service Menu The Service menu is accessed from the Main menu by pressing or clicking the Service icon. To return to the Main menu from the Service menu, press or click the Return to Main menu icon. -
Page 64: Statistics
Statistics The Statistics page gives you an overview of the operational history of your ViaSampler, including the total running time, a count of the number of times the router tool has been changed, and a count of the number of coupons completed since the last reset. The software and hardware versions are also shown. -
Page 65: Sensor Status
Instruction Manual Sensor Status The Sensor Status page shows the present state of all the sensors in the ViaSampler. This can be used as a diagnostic aid. From the Service menu, press or click Sensor status icon to view the Sensor Status page. -
Page 66: Standard Calibration
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Standard Calibration For correct operation of ViaSampler, it is essential that the distance between the cameras and the router be precisely calibrated. To ensure that the results are uniform, a new specific diameter router and a specific board must be used for standard calibration. - Page 67 ViaSampler Instruction Manual At this stage, it is necessary to make a coarse correction of the camera alignment. Click at the centre of the drilled hole, so that the hole moves to the centre of the yellow circle. ...
- Page 68 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Using the mouse, left-click as precisely as possible at one point on the edge of the hole inside the area highlighted in black and white. A new area is highlighted. Left-click as precisely as possible at one point on the edge of the hole inside the new highlighted area.
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Page 69: Oversized Hole
ViaSampler Instruction Manual Press or click the Next icon to accept the new calibration. To leave the calibration procedure without updating the calibration, press the Exit icon to leave the calibration screen. Press the Exit icon to return to the Service menu. -
Page 70: Transporting Viasampler
Note: prototype bracket illustrated Important! Do not mount or affix the brackets to ViaSampler until ViaSampler has been switched on again and has re-initialised. Premature mounting of the brackets can damage ViaSampler when the table moves at re-initialisation. ... - Page 71 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Mount the two brackets to the black base plate using the red M6 screws supplied.
- Page 72 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Note: Prototype transport brackets illustrated Press or click the NEXT icon to move the routing table to the transport position. Affix the brackets to the routing table with M6 screws.
- Page 73 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Turn off the PC using the power button. Switch off ViaSampler. Replace ViaSampler in the original packing case and secure. After transport to the new location, remember to remove the transport brackets before attempting to use ViaSampler!
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Page 74: Remote Service
Instruction Manual Remote Service Customers with a Remote Service contract Your local Struers Service Technician will be in touch to help set up the Remote Service connection. Remote Service is part of the ViaSampler Preventative Maintenance Plan (PMP), a valuable aid to ensuring equipment performance and reducing costly down time. -
Page 75: Trouble-Shooting
ViaSampler, a popup error message will appear when the ViaSampler program is started: Check that the serial cable is connected between a serial port on the PC and the ViaSampler. Check that the ViaSampler is connected to a 230V source and switched on. - Page 76 5 mm +/- 10 µm. Incorrect identification of points of The physical identification of the two For microvias, always use maximum interest points of interest on ViaSampler are magnification (200x) and the critical, and easily overlooked. measuring ring used for the best possible alignment.
- Page 77 ViaSampler Instruction Manual Problem Explanation Action Positioning pins loose. Router-cutter used is too large or is Change the router-cutter or use a worn. smaller diameter. Router-cutter incorrectly mounted or Remove the collet, clean thoroughly, is worn. and re-mount router-cutter. Make sure the router-cutter is as straight as possible.
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Page 78: Other Error Messages
ViaSampler is not initialized. This message is shown at power- Select YES; initialization is required Begin initialization? on when ViaSampler needs to do a before it is possible to operate the reference search. ViaSampler. Note that the router table and safety screen might move during initialization. - Page 79 Router table cannot move, or Remove obstacles. Power blocked, remove obstacles. router table did not move to a ViaSampler off and on. Contact a Processing is stopped defined destination within expected Struers Service Technician if this time, or hardware error.
- Page 80 Struers Service department. ViaSampler is not operative. 2006 Unknown error. Report error to Struers Service department. 2007 Error. ViaSampler is not ready Software error. Report error to Struers Service department. Communication error. Cannot This message is shown at power- On "COM0"...
- Page 81 Instruction Manual Code Error message Explanation Action required 2010 Communication error. No This message is shown if Struers The communication cable must be ViaSampler detected equipment other than a connected to a ViaSampler; the ViaSampler is found. ViaSampler program on the...
- Page 82 Process. If the process is started but is not rotating. restart did not help; turn ViaSampler power off, wait 5 seconds, and turn power back on for the ViaSampler. Contact a Struers Service Technician if the error reoccurs.
- Page 83 If this did not help, turn off STANDBY position. the PC, wait for it to shutdown and turn it back on. Contact a Struers Service Technician if the error still occurs. 2027 Router error. Timeout waiting A process is underway and the Select OK.
- Page 84 (if any): %2:s ViaSampler and the PC, or PC program. because the received data is not in the expected format (E.g. because it is not a ViaSampler connected to the COM line).
- Page 85 Select YES to start initialization. 2047 Connection was lost to communication cable or Select NO to close the PC program. ViaSampler, but ViaSampler is connection is restored. replying again Select YES to reset ViaSampler, - or - NO to stop ViaSampler program...
- Page 86 Explanation Action required 2050 ViaSampler is not operative. Initialization error. This message is Select OK. Turn ViaSampler power Namur sensor error Report shown if the power-on initialization off, wait 5 seconds, and turn power error to Struers Service error has occurred. One of the back on.
- Page 87 A severe error occurred, which Note exception. Select OK. Then re- error. Exception: %0:s made it impossible for the install / repair the ViaSampler PC ViaSampler PC software to Software using the Program CD- continue. ROM. Report error to Struers Service department if this does not fix the problem.
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Page 88: Viasystem Accessories And Consumables
ViaSampler Instruction Manual 6. ViaSystem Accessories and Consumables Please refer to the ViaSampling system brochure for details of the range available. -
Page 89: Spare Parts List
Coax cable BNC-BNC 75ohm 1.50m ......... 2WC17150 Serial cable ................. 15713532 Mains cable IEC320.C5-C14 2WC00571 ............(Touch-screen to ViaSampler) Mains cable IEC320.C5 – Schuko ........2WC00572 (PC mains power supply) Mains cable IEC320.C5 - NEMA ........2WC00573 (PC mains power supply) Touch monitor .............. -
Page 90: Technical Data
ViaSampler Instruction Manual 8. Technical Data Please refer to the ViaSampling system brochure for details. Subject Specifications ViaSampler Table clearance Left side 350 mm / 13.8” (recommended) Right side 350 mm / 13.8” Table clearance Left side 150 mm / 5.9”... -
Page 91: Declaration Of Conformity
Director of Business Development Struers ApS Pederstrupvej 84 Date of Issue: 2017.11.01 DK-2750 Ballerup, Denmark For other language versions, please visit Struers.com. Doc. No.: 15717901 Rev.: B For machines produced before the Date of Issue, please contact your Struers supplier. - Page 92 Pederstrupvej 84 DK-2750 Ballerup Denmark...
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