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- Page 1 iKon-M Hardware Guide Version 1.4 rev 24 Apr 2019 Covering models: • iKon-M 912 • iKon-M 934 • iKon-M SO • iKon-M SY • PV Inspector andor.com © Andor Technology Ltd. 2019.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
IKon-M TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ....................... 9 TECHNICAL SUPPORT ......................10 DISCLAIMER .......................... 11 COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTIVE NOTICES ................11 TRADEMARKS AND PATENT INFORMATION ............... 11 SUPPLIED COMPONENTS ....................12 1.5.1 -M M ....................13 odel ptIons 1.5.2 .................... - Page 3 IKon-M 3.10 INSTALLING SOFTWARE AND USB DRIVERS ..............20 3.10.1 M ................20 InIMuM oMputer equIreMents 3.10.2 I usB d ..............20 nstallIng olIs oftware and rIvers 3.10.3 n ....................20 ardware Izard 3.11 INSTALLING A USB 2.0 CARD (IF NOT PRESENT) ............... 21 SECTION 4: OPERATION ........................
- Page 4 IKon-M APPENDIX A: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................... 30 APPENDIX B: MECHANICAL DRAWINGS ..................31 APPENDIX C: DEWPOINT INFORMATION ..................34 APPENDIX D: REFERENCE INFORMATION ..................35 APPENDIX E: OTHER INFORMATION ....................36 Version 1.4 rev 24 Apr 2019...
- Page 5 IKon-M evision istoRy Version Released Description Initial release Jun 2008 Aug 2008 Aug 2008 Fully revised (all sections). Updated to include iKon-M model variations. 26 Sep 2017 Additional information added regarding cooling and power requirements. Solis information removed- this is available from Solis in-built help. Updated US and Japan addresses.
- Page 6 IKon-M afety and aRning nfoRMation READ THIS INFORMATION FIRST If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Andor, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. Before using the system, please follow and adhere to all warnings, safety, manual handling and operating instructions located either on the product or in this Hardware Guide.
- Page 7 IKon-M 20. If any ingress of liquids has occurred or is suspected, unplug the mains cables, do not use, and contact Andor Customer Support. 21. When using a liquid cooling system it is recommended that an overpressure device is fitted to avoid leaks that may find their way to the mains electricity supply and create a hazard.
- Page 8 IKon-M aRning and afety abels PSUs contains hazardous voltages (100-240 VAC). Do not attempt to open the enclosure. There are no user serviceable components inside. npacking nfoRMation Carefully unpack the unit and retain the packaging materials to transport or return equipment if required: •...
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Page 9: Section 1: Introduction
IKon-M SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION This manual provides an overview of the iKon-M camera series. The iKon-M is available in different configurations to suit demanding applications such as Astronomy, Life Sciences, Electro- and Photoluminescence Inspection and high energy applications. This manual includes a description of the main features of the iKon-M, installation, routine operation and troubleshooting. -
Page 10: Technical Support
IKon-M 1.1 t ecHnical UppoRt If you have any questions regarding the use of this equipment, please contact the representative* from whom your system was purchased, or: Europe Andor Technology Ltd. Andor Technology 7 Millennium Way 300 Baker Avenue Springvale Business Park Suite # 150 Belfast Concord... -
Page 11: Disclaimer
RadeMaRks and atent nfoRMation Andor and the Andor logo are trademarks of Andor Technology Ltd. Andor Technology Ltd. is an Oxford Instruments company. All other marks are property of their owners. iKon-M Series Manufacturers Information Andor Technology Ltd., Belfast, BT12 7AL, UK. -
Page 12: Supplied Components
IKon-M 1.5 s Upplied oMponents Description Quantity iKon-M CCD Camera (model as ordered: refer to Specification sheet for full model information) Software CD Hardware Guide in (Solis and SDK are ordered electronic format separately) Performance Booklet BNC-SMB Cable USB 2.0 Cable Version 1.4 rev 24 Apr 2019... -
Page 13: Ik On -M M Odel Ptions
IKon-M 1.5.1 ik -M M odel ptions There are a number of models of iKon-M, see table below. Refer to the specification sheet for model specific information. iKon-M 912 iKon-M 934 PV Inspector iKon-M SO iKon-M SY Model Code DU912P-BV DU934P-xx DU934P-CxV-BR-DD DO934P-xx... -
Page 14: Section 2: Product Overview
IKon-M SECTION 2: PRODUCT OVERVIEW This section provides an overview of the external features and the power and signal connections of the iKon-M. Note that this section outlines the 934 model. Refer to model specific variations highlighted, see Section 5 for SO and SY models. 2.1 e xteRnal eatURes of tHe i... -
Page 15: Rear Panel
IKon-M 2.2 R anel Water/Liquid cooling connectors (x2) TTL/Logic Power Input USB 2.0 Figure 3: Rear Panel USB 2.0 Connects the iKon-M to the control PC via a USB 2.0 connection. TTL / Logic The TTL/Logic connection permit connection to other devices for synchronisation and control of fire, trigger and shutter operations. -
Page 16: Power Supply Unit
IKon-M 2.3 p oWeR Upply The standard PS-24 PSU is fitted with an IEC connector for the electrical supply input. The connection to the iKon-M is made via a 5-pin DIN socket: PS-24 PS-25 +5V DC 5A max. +5V DC 3.5A 7.5V DC 4A Common Common... -
Page 17: Section 3: Installation
IKon-M SECTION 3: INSTALLATION WARNINGS: • PRIOR TO COMMENCING INSTALLATION, THE USER SHOULD REFER TO THE SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION AND UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS AT THE BEGINNING OF THIS MANUAL. • CABLES SHOULD BE ROUTED TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE AND ACCIDENTAL UNPLUGGING WHILE AVOIDING BEND RADII OF LESS THAN 30 MM. -
Page 18: Connecting The Ikon-M To The Power Supply
IKon-M 3.6 c onnecting tHe i to tHe oWeR Upply • Connect the power cable between the Camera power input (rear panel) and the PSU. • Connect the power cable of the PSU to the mains supply. Mains Supply iKon-M iKon-M PSU 3.7 c onnecting a... -
Page 19: Coolant Recommendations
IKon-M 3.8 c oolant ecoMMendations • Coolant temperature: Refer to the temperatures specified in Technical Specifications for the specific model. Note that cooling performance may be affected by distance between camera head and cooler. • Recommended coolant: water or water/glycol mix depending on the ambient environmental temperature during operation. De-ionized water (without additives) may be used as the coolant. -
Page 20: Isconnecting The C Oolant H Oses
IKon-M 3.9.2 d isconnecting tHe oolant oses Notes: • Push-fit, barbed fittings are not intended for repeated disconnection/connection. • Fittings are sealed during production and should not be removed from the camera body. 1. Apply pressure and remove the tubing with a twisting motion, while holding the camera body. 2. -
Page 21: Installing A Usb 2.0 Card (If Not Present)
IKon-M 3.11 i Usb 2.0 c nstalling a if not pResent USB 2.0 slots (USB 3 is backwards compatible) are found on most PCs. If a USB card needs to be installed please refer to the guidelines below and instructions supplied with your Card/PC. Ensure your PC is powered off. -
Page 22: Section 4: Operation
IKon-M SECTION 4: OPERATION WARNINGS: • IF THE EQUIPMENT IS USED IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY ANDOR OR ITS DISTRIBUTORS, THE PROTECTION PROVIDED BY THE EQUIPMENT MAY BE IMPAIRED. • PLEASE READ THE USER GUIDES SUPPLIED WITH YOUR SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND CAMERA CONTROL SOFTWARE PRIOR TO USE. -
Page 23: Section 5: Additional Information For So And Sy Models
IKon-M SECTION 5: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR SO AND SY MODELS -M so • The iKon-M SO model has an “open” CCD sensor which is exposed to the external environment instead of being sealed behind a window as would be typical of normal models. •... - Page 24 IKon-M It is recommended that after removal of the protective cover, the camera is fitted to the chamber and evacuated immediately. The cover prevents accidental intrusion around the CCD installation and seals the sensor in a dry gas environment to minimize oxidation. The camera can be fitted with the optional filter insert holder.
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Page 25: M Ounting The C Amera On The V Acuum C Hamber F Lange
IKon-M 5.1.3 M oUnting tHe aMeRa on tHe acUUM HaMbeR lange The SO version of the iKon-M is fitted with a 6” ICF flange as standard with 16 holes. The holes are on a rotatable rim which allows adjustment to match the hole pattern on the customer’s vacuum chamber with either a hole indexed to the Top Dead Centre (TDC) position or with holes midway, (360/16)/2 = 11.25°... -
Page 26: Ikon-M Sy
IKon-M The screws used should be M8 hex head, A4 stainless steel, fitted with plain stainless steel washers of a length to suit the design of the customers flange. The screws/ washers must be inserted in the flange before the camera in fastened to the vacuum chamber since the rim will be prevented from rotation if any of the screws are fastened. -
Page 27: Section 6: Maintenance
IKon-M SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THE CAMERA. DAMAGE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORISED MAINTENANCE OR PROCEDURES WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. 6.1 R egUlaR Hecks • The state of the product should be checked regularly, especially the integrity of the PSU and the mains cable. •... -
Page 28: Ools Equired
IKon-M 6.4.1t ools eqUiRed • Compressed Air Can (or source of clean compressed air) • Optics Brush 6.4.2 W indoW leaning RocedURe Remove the camera from your telescope (or other optical equipment) and place it on a clean dry surface. Use the camera control software to open the shutter (if fitted). -
Page 29: Section 7: Troubleshooting
IKon-M SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 7.1 p Reventing ondensation NEVER USE WATER THAT HAS BEEN CHILLED BELOW THE DEW POINT OF THE AMBIENT ENVIRONMENT TO COOL THE CAMERA. You may see condensation on the outside of the camera body if the cooling water is at too low a temperature or if the water flow is too high. -
Page 30: Appendix A: Technical Specifications
IKon-M APPENDIX A: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (Note information given for iKon-M 934, refer to specifications for model variations) General Specifications Weight 4.2 kg [9 lb 4 oz], Power Supply = 0.65 kg [1 lb 4 oz] Dimensions mm [inches] 110.7 x 231.0 x 137.2 mm [4.36 x 9.09 x 5.40 inches] W x H x D Environmental Specifications Usage... -
Page 31: Appendix B: Mechanical Drawings
IKon-M APPENDIX B: MECHANICAL DRAWINGS iKon-M (912 and 934) 64.0 [2.52] 208.4 [8.2] 47.0 [1.85] 57.0 [2.25] M4 x 5 deep 4 off mountings to clear 6-32 UNC Focal Plane of Detector Air in 90.0 [3.54] 17.5 [0.69] ±0.4 [0.16] (air exit opposite side) 105.0 [4.13]... - Page 32 IKon-M iKon-M (PV Inspector) 64.0 [2.52] 208.4 [8.2] M4 x 5 deep 4 off mountings to clear 6-32 UNC Focal Plane of Detector 90.0 [3.54] 17.5 [0.69] ±0.4 [0.16] 105.0 [4.13] = position of pixel 1,1 25.4 [1.0] 25.4 [1.0] 13.0 [0.51] 13.0 [0.51] 2 off M6...
- Page 33 IKon-M iKon-M SO Rotatable flange indexable for 2 off water connectors 42.5 [1.67”] hole or slot to 12 o’clock position Rotation index block o suit 6.0 mm ID hose 47.0 [1.85”] M8 & 5/16 UNC Light tight, pressure Clearance holes balancing hole Image plane of sensor...
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Page 34: Appendix C: Dewpoint Information
IKon-M APPENDIX C: DEWPOINT INFORMATION To avoid issues with condensation, the coolant temperature must be set above the dewpoint- the temperature at which condensation (dew) will form. In the relatively dry conditions of an air conditioned lab, or a cool dry climate, use of a coolant temperature of 10 C should not cause any problems. -
Page 35: Appendix D: Reference Information
IKon-M APPENDIX D: REFERENCE INFORMATION ltRa ecHnology UltraVac is Andors proprietary vacuum technology that provides a permanent, hermetically sealed enclosure (without O-rings) for the sensor. This ensures maximum cooling performance, with a reliability proven through years of use in Andor cameras such as the iXon EMCCD, iKon and Newton series- the Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) value is > 100 years. -
Page 36: Appendix E: Other Information
IKon-M APPENDIX E: OTHER INFORMATION erms and ondiTions of ale and arranTy nformaTion The terms and conditions of sale, including warranty conditions, will have been made available during the ordering process. The current version may be viewed at: www.andor.com/pdfs/literature/Andor_Standard_Warranty.pdf 2006 (Weee) asTe leCTroniC and leCTriCal... - Page 37 IKon-M Notes ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ Version 1.4 rev 24 Apr 2019...
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