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Safety Notes The following safety precautions should be observed before using this product and any associated instrumentation. The "product" refers to the SA331E DAQ module. This product is intended for use by qualified personnel who recognize shock hazards and are familiar with the safety precautions required to avoid possible injury.
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The module and accessories must be used in accordance with its specifications and operating instructions, or the safety of the equipment may be impaired. Acqiris SA331E Startup Guide...
Cards, modules and accessories shall not be connected to humans. Before performing any maintenance, disconnect the line cord and all test cables. Any part or component replacement must be done by Acqiris. No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers.
To return unwanted products, contact your local Acqiris office. This symbol on an instrument means caution, risk of danger. You should refer to the operating instructions located in the user documentation in all cases where the symbol is marked on the instrument. Acqiris SA331E Startup Guide...
Power down and power up sequences Fixing the module on the main structure (optional) SA331E Front Panel Features Front Panel Connectors Step 5: Verify Operation of the SA331E Module Graphical User Interface: AQ4 SS-OCT GUI Perform a Verification of the SA331E(optional) Related Documentation...
During normal operation, in case of electrostatic discharge close to the Thunderbolt connectors or cable, the operating system may lose temporarily the connection with the SA331E module. If such an event appears, all applications using the SA331E must be closed and restarted.
Step 2: Verify SA331E Shipment Contents Inspect for Damage After unpacking the SA331E module, inspect it for any shipping damage. Report any damage to the shipping agent immediately, as such damage is not covered by the warranty (see warranty information attached to the original quote or order confirmation from Acqiris).
The latest BIOS version. Software installation for Windows users Download the Required Files to the Host The Acqiris Extranet can be accessed from https://extranet.acqiris.com/. Use your email address and password to sign in or create an account if you are not registered yet.
First installation on a computer 1. Ensure that the computer is switched off. 2. When installing the SA331E, ensure that it has optimum cooling. Do not install it in a position where the integrated cooling fans may be obstructed. 3. Use the power cable and 12 V adapter to connect the module to the main voltage.
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Be careful there is no mechanical part of the system that could damage the power cables. Orientations authorized for the ADC module. The SA331E can be placed horizontally or vertically keeping the Acqiris logo line horizontal. The module should not be placed vertically with the connector panels on the top or the bottom.
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Step 4: Install the DAQ Module Connect one side of the USB cable to the SA331E using the Thunderbolt port closest to IN 1. The Thunderbolt connector is located on the front panel side of the module, as shown on the following picture.
The following procedure explains how to fix the module on the main structure, using these brackets. As without fixing brackets, the SA331E can be placed horizontally or vertically keeping the Acqiris logo line horizontal. The module should not be placed vertically with the connector panels facing the top or the bottom.
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3. On the main structure, use holes a diameter of 5.5 mm, located as showned on the fig- ure below. The fixing and main structure should be able to support a minimum weight of 6.8 kg. Acqiris SA331E Startup Guide...
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4762 (cylindrical head screws) or ISO 4017 (hexagonal head screw). If using silent blocks as illustrated below, the module should be connected to a grounding cable (not provided) to avoid ESD issues. The recommended section of the grounding cable is 1.5 mm Acqiris SA331E Startup Guide...
IN). However, to ensure the best performance, or if the calibration is found to be unreliable, it is recommended to remove such signals when working with internal clock. All the inputs shall not be driven until the SA331E is powered on. Acqiris SA331E Startup Guide...
AQ4 SS- OCT GUI. The AQ4 SS-OCT GUI can be launched from the: Windows Start Menu > Acqiris > AQ4 SS-OCT GUI. Two windows open. The Acqiris SS-OCT GUI window is used for the control of the DAQ module and data display.
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Step 5: Verify Operation of the SA331E Module generator. Required Hardware An external signal source is required. Almost any sine wave or function generator capable of generating a signal with an amplitude of 300 mV rms into 50 Ω at a frequency of 1 MHz may be used.
Step 5: Verify Operation of the SA331E Module If a Problem is Found 1. Verify that you have made all configuration settings as shown above. 2. Verify that the signal generator is ON and producing the desired signals at the end of the cable.
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IVI drivers in your application development environment. The CHM file can be accessed on C:\Program Files\IVI Foundation\IVI\Drivers\Aq4Ssoct\ Aq4Ssoct.chm or from Startup Menu > Acqiris > Documentation > Aq4Ssoct IVI Driver <version#> Documentation. Acqiris SA331E Startup Guide...
ANSI C API which also complies with the IVI specifications. IVI-C Driver development environments The AQ4 SS-OCT IVI-C driver can be used in Visual C++ or Python development environment. Program examples IVI-C and Python program examples can be found in the Aq4Ssoct-DevPackage Acqiris SA331E Startup Guide...
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