Objective Imaging OASIS-4i Installation Manual
OASIS-4i Installation Guide
Warning!
This board contains static sensitive components. Please take the
necessary precautions when handling and installing the board, to
prevent damage or malfunction.
Contents
Introduction...........................................................................................1
Installation Requirements .....................................................................2
Installation Process...............................................................................2
Connector Identification........................................................................3
Hardware Installation Procedure...........................................................3
Driver Installation Procedure for Windows
Driver Installation Procedure for Windows 98/Me................................5
Driver Installation Procedure for Windows NT.....................................6
Configuring the OASIS-4i controller......................................................6
OASIS Configuration Wizard.............................................................6
2000/XP.............................5
OASIS Flash Memory Configuration Utility........................................7
What Next?...........................................................................................9
If You Need Help ..................................................................................9
Troubleshooting Guide..........................................................................9
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the OASIS-4i four axis stepper controller for
the PCI bus! The OASIS-4i is an advanced, high-performance
controller designed for the most demanding imaging and microscopy
applications. The compact PCI form factor ensures a highly integrated
solution for automation control.
This guide provides an overview of how to physically install the OASIS4i card into your system, install the required driver software, and
configure the controller for your particular setup.
Note that your OASIS-4i may have been provided as part of an
integrated automation system. There may be aspects of your system
configuration that are specialized for your application. In these
situations, please contact your system vendor for details regarding
your configuration before proceeding.
Installation Requirements
In order to install the OASIS-4i card into your system, you will need the
following:
• PC with one three-quarter length PCI slot available
•
Windows® XP, Windows® 2000, Windows® 95/98/Me, or
Windows® NT4.0 operating system
•
CD-ROM drive
One free (hard disk style), power connector, with 2A at 12V
•
available
•
Cross-head screwdriver
•
OASIS-4i Installation CD
Installation Process
The OASIS-4i installation process consists of three distinct steps:
1. Hardware Installation. In this step, you will physically place
the OASIS-4i card inside your computer.
2. Driver Installation. After installing the hardware, you need to
install the driver software so that Windows recognizes the card
and application software can use it.
3. Configuration. You will need to configure the OASIS-4i card to
match your particular system setup.
Once these steps are complete, the OASIS-4i card is generally ready
for use. However, if you are using a 3
need to install additional software so that your application package can
use the OASIS-4i controller to drive the motorized components of your
system. Refer to your application / system documentation for further
details on how to configure the application for use with OASIS-4i.
rd
party application, you may
Connector Identification
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Refer to the following diagram for information regarding the various
connectors available on the OASIS-4i card.
SK1 – XYZ
output, video
I/O, general
logic output
PL1
Trackball
serial port
PL2 – Fourth
axis output
PCI Connecto
SK3,4
Option card
SK2
Option card
PL5 –Motor
powe
PL7
nalogue port
for Joystick o
OI-SNP
PL6
Serial
port
Hardware Installation Procedure
Preparing the
PC case
1) Switch off the PC and unplug from the mains to disable any
standby power.
2) Remove the system unit cover or side panel.
3) Select a suitable PCI slot with no obstructions (preferably one with
adequate air-flow from the auxiliary fan), and remove blanking
panel as necessary.
Figure 1. OASIS-4i Connectors
Fitting the
card
4) Ground yourself to an antistatic mat or other grounded source to
discharge static electricity before handling the board.
5) Pick up the board (still in its anti-static sleeve), by grasping the
metal edge bracket with one hand, and remove the sleeve.
6) Taking care to hold the edges of the board, avoiding contact with
the electronic components, position it over the PCI slot and locate
the tip of the metal bracket in the slot of the PC chassis, before
pushing the board firmly but gently home with a slight rocking
action.
7) Secure the bracket with a retaining screw.
Connecting
power and
options
8a) If intending to use the 4th axis, you will need to fit an adapter
plate to another spare slot and the interconnecting cable to PL2 the
4th axis output. Be careful to attach pin 1 of the ribbon cable (with
the red stripe), to pin 1 of PL2, which is marked on the board
(towards metal bracket).
8b) If fitting a joystick or OI-SNP (Leica SmartMove interface), you will
need to fit an adapter plate to another spare slot and the
interconnection cable to PL7, the Analogue Port. Be careful to
attach pin 1 of the ribbon cable (with the red stripe), to pin 1 of
PL7, which is marked on the board (towards the power connector).
8c) If intending to use the OASIS-XA1 5th axis module, please refer to
the OASIS-XA1 documentation for connection details.
8d) If intending to use the OASIS-DC1 module, please refer to the
OASIS-DC1 documentation for connection details.
9) Connect a spare power connector from the PC power supply to
PL5 at the rear of the board. Preferably the OASIS-4i should be the
only device drawing power from this lead. The on board motor
drive components get their power via the +12V from this connector.
Making
external
connections
10) Replace PC system cover or side panel.
11) If using a Kensington Expert Mouse 5.0 trackball or other serial
control device, connect it to PL1, the 9-pin trackball serial port
below the 44-way main connector.
12) Connect the appropriate cable from SK1, the 44-way XYZ and
video in/out connector, to your desired XY stage, focus adapter(Z)
and video source as required. Notice that this 44 way connector is
keyed to prevent insertion of an incorrect cable.
13) You are now ready to switch on the PC and proceed with the
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