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HVR100 Benchtop Digital Video Vision System User Manual Starrett Kinemetric Engineering 26052 Merit Circle, Suite 103 Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA www.starrettkinemetric.com Phone: (949) 348-1213 Fax: (949) 582-8040...
PREFACE 1.1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing an HVR100 Digital Video Vision System. We are pleased that your search has led you to Starrett Kinemetric Engineering, a subsidiary of the L.S. Starrett Company. This manual is intended to maximize your satisfaction with your system and ensure the most in operating performance.
Starrett Kinemetric Engineering products carry a one-year warranty from date of purchase against defects in material or workmanship (parts and labor), subject to factory inspection. Starrett Kinemetric Engineering will repair or replace, at its option, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Starrett Kinemetric Engineering warrants repaired or replaced parts for the balance of the original warranty period or 90 days, whichever is longer.
1.6 Copyright and Trademark Information HVR100™ is a trademark of Starrett Kinemetric Engineering. M3™ is a trademark of ® MetLogix, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
HVR100 systems are rugged machines that are equally suitable in a quality lab or on the shop floor. The maximum workload capacity of the system is 20 pounds. The computer, M3 controller, and electronics are located inside the housing, resulting in a clean design with minimal external wiring.
Optical Feature Specification 609.6 mm (24 inches) diagonal monitor, backlit LED, Operator Display 1920x1080 pixels Monitor Display Area 279.4mm x 241.3 mm (11 x 9.5 inches) 0.36 x 0.36 mm (0.014”) Monitor Pixel Size Sentech monochromic, 5 megapixels (2448 x 2058) on 2/3- Camera Type inch array Camera Interface...
Internal Power Supply Feature Specification Voltage Requirement 120/240V AC Frequency 50-60 Hz Maximum current 1.3A Output 24V, 60W, 2.5A External Power Supply Feature Specification “Brick” type AC adapter, 100/240 VAC for the PC Power Supply Voltage Requirement 120/240V AC Power Requirement, Main Unit Power Requirement, Monitor 60W typical Computer &...
HVR100 SYSTEM COMPONENTS The following figures illustrate the key components of the HVR100 system. • Telecentric lens and LED ring light • 24” touch- • screen 255 mm of Z-axis monitor travel • Fixed stage • Keyboard • I/O Control Panel •...
3.1 Manual Illumination and Lens Control The focus position of the telecentric lens is controlled b y a wire-controlled pendant. The pendant is connected to the I/O control panel on the right side of the system with a DB9 connector. The pendant includes functionality to control both speed and position of the lens.
3.2 Keyboard Usage and Wireless Mouse The HDV100 wireless keyboard is used for programming, data entry, and program operation. The system also includes a wireless mouse to control program operation. • Power to the wireless mouse is provided by a single AA battery. Have spare AA batteries on hand.
20°C ± 0.5°C (68°F ± 1°F) Humidity 40-60% RH Temperature rate of change 0.5°C (1°F) per hour HVR100 systems can be safely operated under the following environmental conditions: Environmental Condition Operational Requirement Ambient Temperature 20°C ± 3°C (68°F ± 5°F) Humidity <...
• There are no fuses or user-serviceable items in the system. The system should only be opened by a factory-trained service technician. The HVR100 system weighs 106 pounds. Switching the system Mechanical from the vertical to horizontal position requires two people. Do Safety not attempt to move the system without proper assistance.
HVR systems are designed to be installed on a benchtop at a height of approximately 85 cm (33.5 inches), which is the height of Starrett’s ergonomic workstation. A level work surface, as checked with a bubble level, is recommended, but is not essentia l. Allow 60 cm (24 inches) to right or left side of the metrology unit to position the system PC.
HVR100 Metrology Unit Dimensions 4.3 Moving the System HVR systems are shipped in a wooden shipping crate. Use a forklift or pallet cart to move the crate within the building to the final location where the system will be installed.
4.4 Unpacking the System The HVR100 system arrives in one crate that includes all components of system including the system PC and monitor. The metrology unit arrives in the horizontal position. Unpacking Tools The following items are required to uncrate and install an HVR system: •...
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HVR100 System in Shipping Container • Top handle Metrology Unit Top Handle...
4.8 On-site Functional Test, Calibration and Training All Starrett vision metrology systems are calibrated at the factory prior to shipment; however, it is possible that components might have moved during shipment. A complete functional test and calibration are recommended following physical installation.
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Training is with the new equipment and is limited to 1 to 3 people, so that all users get hands-on time. Starrett’s objective is to create “power users,” who can then train other users when needed.
SYSTEM OPERATIONS 5.1 System Controls HVR100 System On the right side of the HVR100 system is an I/O panel that includes the following controls. See the figures that follow. Control Function On/Off switch Rocker switch controls power to the system. The “l” position is On. The “O”...
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• USB connection to PC for camera signal • Power On/Off switch • DB9 connector for • USB connection pendant to system PC Power connector Metrology Unit I/O Control Panel • Metrology Unit I/O Control Panel with Cable Connections...
• 24-inch touch screen monitor • USB connection from PC to HVR system • USB connection for camera signal • PC On/Off switch System PC Controls Communication Ports The communication ports on the system are connected to the system computer and are supported by the MS Windows operating system.
The system is now operational. 5.3 Switching the System from the Vertical to Horizontal Position The HVR100 system weighs 106 pounds. Switching the system from the vertical position requires two people. Do not attempt to move the system without proper assistance.
System with Carrying Handle Attached 5.4 Switching the System from the Horizontal to Vertical Position The HVR100 system weighs 106 pounds. Switching the system from the horizontal position requires two people. Do not attempt to move the system without proper assistance.
MEASUREMENT STRATEGY HVR systems include a .090X telecentric lens. Magnification is the image size at the camera charge coupled device (CCD) detector divided by the object size. For example, a 2.0-inch circle would be .18-inches on the CCD array (2.0 x .090=.18). This value is different than total magnification, which is the size of the object on the monitor.
Example of Object with Good Focus 6.2 Lighting and Illumination Strategy Once the image has been properly focused, adjust front and back lighting using the on- screen sliders provided by M3 software. You can also utilize room lighting, or shield the system from room lighting, as appropriate.
The following illustration provides the location of the tooling holes on the system. Use these locations to customize the system to your operating requirements. HVR100 Tooling Holes 6.4 M3 Software Operation M3 software operation is outside the scope of this hardware-oriented user manual. Refer...
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE HVR metrology systems have been designed for years of superior service. Periodic maintenance as outlined in this section is considered good practice to maintain your system in peak operating condition. • Perform a daily inspection to ensure that the system is operating correctly and that proper safety guidelines are being followed.
7.1 Daily Inspections On a daily basis, inspect your system for general safety and basic functionality: • Verify that the work area is clean, dry and free of debris. Remove any debris or loose items from around the system and metrology stage. •...
Critical components are covered and are not user serviceable. Should the stage mechanics bind or require service, contact your Starrett representative. The lead screw uses a self-lubricating TFE coating, which is designed to last for the life of the product.
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GLOSSARY The following terms might have additional meanings. The definitions that follow are in the context of the HVR metrology systems. Term Definition Accuracy The maximum error that the system will produce when measuring a true standard. Axis A direction which allows movement and along which dimensions can be measured.
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Term Definition Pixel A picture element. Term used to describe the individual light detectors of the CCD sensor in the camera and also the individual light emitters of an LCD video monitor. Resolution The least significant digit to which a physical quantity can be read.
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