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LED Strobe Controller Family
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HPSC1
HPSC4
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Table of Contents
1. Overview ...................................................................................................................... 1
1.1. Description ................................................................................................................ 1
1.2. Precautions ............................................................................................................... 1
1.3. Cabling Recommendation ......................................................................................... 2
1.4. Family models ........................................................................................................... 2
2. HPSC-Series ................................................................................................................ 3
2.1. Mechanical and Electrical Specifications ................................................................... 3
2.2. Value Ranges and Precision ..................................................................................... 4
2.2.1. Accuracy over Current Range ............................................................................ 4
2.2.2. Minimum Delay Time (HPSC4) .......................................................................... 4
2.3. Physical Interfaces .................................................................................................... 5
2.3.1. Power Input ....................................................................................................... 5
2.3.2. Trigger Inputs..................................................................................................... 6
2.3.3. LED Output ........................................................................................................ 8
2.3.4. Trigger Output .................................................................................................... 9
2.4. Mechanical Drawings .............................................................................................. 11
2.4.1. Dimensions of HPSC1 ..................................................................................... 11
2.4.2. Dimensions of HPSC4 ..................................................................................... 12
3. IPSC-Series ............................................................................................................... 13
3.1. IPSC1 ..................................................................................................................... 13
3.1.1. Dimensions ...................................................................................................... 14
3.2. IPSC2 ..................................................................................................................... 15
3.2.1. Dimensions ...................................................................................................... 16
3.3. IPSC4 ..................................................................................................................... 17
3.3.1. Dimensions ...................................................................................................... 18
3.4. Physical Interfaces .................................................................................................. 19
3.4.1. Power Input ..................................................................................................... 19
3.4.2. Output Connector ............................................................................................ 20
3.4.3. Trigger Input .................................................................................................... 22
4. Interfaces for Configuration ........................................................................................ 24
4.1. Ethernet .................................................................................................................. 24
4.2. Serial RS-232 ......................................................................................................... 24
4.3. Universal Serial Bus (USB) ..................................................................................... 25
5. Status LEDs ............................................................................................................... 26
5.1. HPSC-Series .......................................................................................................... 26
5.2. IPSC-Series ............................................................................................................ 27
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5.2.1. Ethernet Status ................................................................................................ 27
5.3. Error / Fault Codes .................................................................................................. 28
6. Getting Started ........................................................................................................... 29
6.1. System Requirements ............................................................................................. 29
6.2. Software Installation – SMARTEK Vision ScLib ...................................................... 30
6.3. Getting Started with the Strobe Controller ............................................................... 30
7. Device Configuration with the ScLibClient .................................................................. 33
7.1. Find Devices ........................................................................................................... 34
7.2. Discovery by Broadcast .......................................................................................... 34
7.3. Ethernet Specific Discovery Options ....................................................................... 35
7.4. Strobe Controller Status .......................................................................................... 38
7.5. Applying a Configuration ......................................................................................... 38
7.6. Running Modes ....................................................................................................... 39
7.6.1. Off .................................................................................................................... 40
7.6.2. External Trigger ............................................................................................... 40
7.6.3. Software Trigger .............................................................................................. 40
7.6.4. Continuous ...................................................................................................... 40
7.6.5. External Switch ................................................................................................ 40
7.6.6. Internal Trigger ................................................................................................ 40
7.7. Output Parameters .................................................................................................. 41
7.7.1. Optimal Autosense .......................................................................................... 42
7.7.2. Controller Settings ........................................................................................... 43
7.8. Trigger Input ........................................................................................................... 44
7.8.1. Trigger Input Parameters ................................................................................. 44
7.9. Lightheads (IPSC-series only) ................................................................................ 46
7.9.1. Digital EEPROM Light head Signature ............................................................. 46
7.10. Firmware Update ................................................................................................. 51
7.11. Other features ..................................................................................................... 53
7.11.1. Description Tab ................................................................................................ 53
7.11.2. Log Tab ........................................................................................................... 53
7.11.3. Status Tab ....................................................................................................... 53
8. Web Server ................................................................................................................ 54
9. Declarations of Conformity ......................................................................................... 55
9.1. CE .......................................................................................................................... 55
9.2. RoHS II ................................................................................................................... 56
10. Contact Information .................................................................................................... 57
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1. Overview
1.1. Description
Strobe controllers are used for strobing LED illuminations in machine vision applications. Very
high power pulses are aligned to external trigger with high accuracy. Precise current overdrive
and very small camera image exposition are used for acquisition of high-speed motion objects.
User adjustable output voltage provides high efficiency and low power consumption.
The IPSC and HPSC strobe controller provides repeatable intensity control of LED lighting, it
includes the power supply, intensity control, timing and triggering functions required for machine
vision systems. LED lighting needs a constant current supply as small variations in voltage can
cause large variations in light output.
1.2. Precautions
To maintain optimal working temperature mount the device on a metal surface.
Thermal generation depends on the output parameters used by the controller.
Do not attempt to disassemble this device, there are sensitive parts inside.
Tampering with it could lead to permanent damage. Further, the devices can
develop high voltages and loads, which can be a serious risk to health.
Do not expose this device to rain or moisture. This device is not intended to work
under wet conditions.
Handle this device with the maximum care. Do not throw it, there are fragile parts
inside.
Operate this devices only with the type of power source that meets the
specifications indicated on the Strobe Controller and within the documentation.
Operating it outside of the specifications can cause to permanent damage. Further
electrical specifications can be found in the individual Mechanical and Electrical
specifications for each model.
LED illumination should never be connected or disconnected to the strobe controller
when the power output is enabled. Always turn the device off when changing LED
illumination.
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1.3. Cabling Recommendation
All our strobe controllers are designed to operate with a large variety of LED illuminations and
light heads. Even if one of our focuses is the maximum performance at every setup, the laws
of physics limit the performance when operating a wide range of illuminations with poor quality
cabling. The result can be bad signal shape, long signal rise times and oscillation.
Therefore it is recommended to follow some general rules for cable selection:
- Select cables as short as possible, no longer than 3m
- Use high cable grades
- Respect appropriate wire cross sections depending on the current
- Shielded twisted pair cables can further improve the signal
For longer cable lengths, it is further recommended to raise the voltage of the illumination. This
can be realized by using series LED arrays requiring higher voltage together with a device of
our IPSC series, providing up to 200V on output.
1.4. Family models
IPSC1
IPSC2
IPSC4
-r2
HPSC1
HPSC4
Output channels 1 2 4 1 4
Asynchronous
Operation
- No No - Yes
Control interface Ethernet
Ethernet and
RS-232
Ethernet, RS-232
or USB2.0
Output voltage
(pulsed)
5V to 200V 5V – 48V
Output voltage (Cont.)
5V – 55V 5V – 55V 5V – 30V 5V – 48V
Max current pulse
(per channel)
20A @ 200V
10A @ 200V 40A @ 48V
Max continuous
current (per channel)
2A @ 30V 1A @ 30V 5A @ 24V
Power supply 12V – 24V DC 12V – 24V DC
Trigger inputs 1 2 4 1 4
External dimensions
(H / W / L) [mm]
39 x 88 x 103 56 x 130 x 142 39 x 88 x 103 45 x 130 x 142
Weight (approx.) 285g 715g 270g 635g
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2. HPSC-Series
2.1. Mechanical and Electrical Specifications
Specification
HPSC1
HPSC4
Output channels 1 4
Asynchronous Operation - Full timing independent channels
Operating Modes
Continuous, External Trigger, Internal Trigger,
Software Trigger, External Switch
Max. Voltage 48V (pulsed/continuous)
Max. current pulse
(depends on pulse width)
40A @ 48V
40A @ 48V (per channel)
160A @ 48V (in total)
Current Resolution down to 1mA
Max. continuous current
4A @ 24V
(without heat sink, max. 25°C ambient)
5A @ 24V (with heat sink)
4A @ 24V (per channel)
5A @ 24V (all channels in total)
Pulse output range 1µs to 1000ms, 1µs resolution 1µs to 60s, 1µs resolution
Maximum frequency
(External Trigger)
4.9kHz 50kHz
Maximum frequency
(Internal Trigger Generator,
External Switch Mode)
997Hz 25kHz
Trigger input Opto-isolated, HIGH at 3V to 24V; positive or negative edge
Trigger output Open-collector, max. 30V / 50mA
Open-collector, max. 30V / 50mA
(opto-isolated)
Control
Ethernet (10Base-T), RS-232 or
USB1.x/2.0
Ethernet (10Base-T/100Base-TX),
RS-232 or USB1.x/2.0
Input Power requirements 12V – 24V DC (min 11V, max 26V) at max. 6,5A
Power consumption Max. 150W (depending on load)
Housing Black anodized aluminum case
External dimensions
(H / W / L)
39 x 88 x 103 [mm] 45 x 130 x142 [mm]
Weight (approx.) 270g 635g
Storage temperature
(ambient)
From -30°C/-22°F up to +80°C/+176°F
Operating temperature
(ambient)
From -5°C/+23°F up to +50°C/+122°F
Relative humidity From 25% up to 80% (non-condensing)
Conformity CE, RoHS2
Table 1: HPSC1 and HPSC4 - Mechanical and electrical specifications
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2.2. Value Ranges and Precision
To raise the current precision at lower levels, the current control is split into three ranges. The
following chapters describe the precision of different attributes over the set output current per
channel.
2.2.1. Accuracy over Current Range
Based on the applied current level, the resolution is adjusted as shown in Table 2.
Running Mode Range
Min.
[mA]
Max.
[mA]
Resolution
[mA]
Accuracy*
Set Measure
Continuous /
External Switch
Range1
1 500
1
1% 2%
Range2
501 2500
2
1% 2%
Range3
2501 4000
11
1% 2%
Trigger Modes
(External, Internal,
Software)
Range1
10 700
1
2% 4%
Range2
701 7000
2
2% 4%
Range3
7001 40000
11
2% 4%
*The accuracy is defined as % of the full range
Table 2: HPSC4 resolution over current range
2.2.2. Minimum Delay Time (HPSC4)
The minimum delay time from trigger to output signal depends on the set output current. The
specified minimum (Min.) delay of 4µs is reached at the specified maximum current for the
appropriate range, while the longest (Max.) delay is effective at the lowest current in that range.
Table 3 below shows the corresponding values, the ranges are the same as in chapter 2.2.1.
The relation between current and min/max delay time is decreasing exponential function.
Attribute Range
Min.
[µs]
Max.
[µs]
Resolution
[µs]
Delay Time - 4 60000000
1
Minimal Delay Time
Range1
(700mA down to 10mA)
4 14
1
Range2
(7000mA down to 701mA)
4 6
1
Range3
(40A down to 7001mA)
4 5
1
Table 3: Minimum delay time HPSC4
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2.3. Physical Interfaces
Figure 1: Physical Interfaces shown for example on HPSC1
2.3.1. Power Input
The Power Input connector, as shown in Figure 1, is located near the lower right corner of the
HPSC front panel. All devices require an external 12V – 24V DC supply for operation (specified
in chapter 2.1 - Mechanical and Electrical Specifications).
Pin#
Description
Type
Phoenix Contact
MSTB 2,5/ 3-ST-5,08
+
Power Supply (+12 to 24V DC)
-
Power GND
PE
Protective Earth
Table 4: Power connector description HPSC-Series
Configuration
Ethernet (shown)
USB2.0
RS-232
Trigger Input
Power Input
Trigger Output
LED Power Ouput
Opto-isolated
External power supply,
12 - 24V, max. 150W
Open-collector,
max. 30V / 50mA,
Opto-isolated
(HPSC4)
Power output for illumination
+ -
PE
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2.3.2. Trigger Inputs
To physically trigger the strobe controllers by an external synchronization source, each device
provides a count of input trigger lines (TRG), by a connector described in Table 5.
Pin#
HPSC1
HPSC4
Connector
Type
Phoenix Contact
MSTB 2,5/ 2-ST-5,08
Phoenix Contact
MSTB 2,5/ 8-ST-5,08
TRG+ Trigger Channel n +
TRG - Trigger Channel n -
Table 5: Trigger input connector description HPSC-Series
The electrical ratings, operation limits as well as the device internal circuitry are described in
Table 6 and Figure 2 below.
Operating Limits Voltage
Recommended operation voltage +0 to +24 VDC
HIGH / Logical 1 > +3 VDC
LOW / Logical 0 +0 to +1.4 VDC
Undefined State > +1.4 to +3 VDC
Absolute maximum +30 VDC
The current draw for each input line is 6 to 10 mA.
Table 6: HPSC-Series - Electrical Specification - Trigger Input(s)
TRG
TRG1 TRG2 TRG3 TRG4
+ - + - + - + -
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Figure 2: Internal input trigger scheme for HPSC-Series
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2.3.3. LED Output
The LED connectors, as shown in Figure 1 and described in Table 7, provide the power output
(LED) for the illumination to be driven by the controller.
Pin#
HPSC1
HPSC4
Connector
Type
Phoenix Contact
MSTB 2,5/ 2-ST-5,08
Phoenix Contact
MSTB 2,5/ 8-ST-5,08
LED+ LED Power Output n +
LED - LED Power Output n -
Table 7: Illumination Output (LED) connector description HPSC-Series
LED +
LED -
Figure 5: Connecting scheme for output
LED
LED1 LED 2 LED 3 LED 4
+ - + - + - + -
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2.3.4. Trigger Output
Every controller provides a generic trigger output (OUT) for synchronization of other devices.
The connector assignment is described in Table 8.
Pin#
HPSC1
HPSC4
Connector
Type
Phoenix Contact
MSTB 2,5/ 2-ST-5,08
Phoenix Contact
MSTB 2,5/ 8-ST-5,08
OUT+ Trigger Output n +
OUT- Trigger Output n -
Table 8: Tigger Output (OUT) connector description HPSC-Series
The limits of each line are shown in Table 9, the internal circuitry of the HPSC1 in Figure 3,
for HPSC4 in Figure 4.
Interface OUT
Type Open-collector
Max. rating 30V / 50mA
Table 9: HPSC-Series – Trigger Output (OUT) maximum ratings
Figure 3: HPSC1 – Trigger Output (OUT) – Schematics
BC847C
GND
SMCJ24A
TRO
H PSC1
OUT
+
OUT -
BC847C
GND
SMCJ24A
TRO
HPSC1
OUT +
OUT -
OUT
OUT1 OUT2 OUT3 OUT4
+ - + - + - + -
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Figure 4: HPSC4 – Trigger Output (OUT) – Schematics
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2.4. Mechanical Drawings
2.4.1. Dimensions of HPSC1
Figure 5: Dimensions of HPSC1 in mm
74,60
88
103
16,50
35 35
82
39,26
4,20
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2.4.2. Dimensions of HPSC4
Figure 6: Dimensions of HPSC4 in mm
105
130
44,94
118,40
124
27
70
6,40
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3. IPSC-Series
3.1. IPSC1
Figure 7: IPSC1 – Front panel view
Specification
IPSC1
Output channels 1
Operating Modes
Continuous, External Trigger, Internal Trigger,
Software Trigger, External Switch
Max. Voltage
200V (pulsed)
55V (continuous)
Max. current pulse
(depending on pulse width)
20A @ 200V
Max. continuous current 2A @ 30V
Pulse output range 1µs to 1000ms in 1µs steps
Maximum frequency
(External Trigger)
4.9kHz
Maximum frequency
(Internal Trigger Generator,
External Switch Mode)
997Hz
Trigger input
0 – 5V or 0 – 24V level,
positive or negative edge (not opto-isolated)
Control interface Ethernet (10BaseT)
Power requirements 12V – 24V DC (min 11V, max 26V)
Power consumption
Max 3A @ 24V (72W)
Max 3.5A @ 24V (84W)
with additional heat sink
Housing Black aluminum case
External dimensions
(H / W / L)
39 x 88 x 103 mm
Weight approx. 285g
Storage temperature (ambient) from -30°C/-22°F up to +80°C/+176°F
Operating temperature (ambient) from -5°C/+23°F up to +50°C/+122°F
Conformity CE, RoHS2
Table 10: IPSC1 - Specification
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3.1.1. Dimensions
Figure 8: Dimensions of IPSC1 in mm and [inch]
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3.2. IPSC2
Figure 9: IPSC2 – Front panel view
Specification
IPSC2
Output channels 2
Asynchronous Operation No timing independent channels
Operating Modes
Continuous, External Trigger, Internal Trigger,
Software Trigger, External Switch
Max. Voltage
200V (pulsed)
55V (continuous)
Max. current pulse (depending on
pulse width)
10A @ 200V per channel (20A total)
Max. continuous current 1A @ 30V per channel (2A total)
Maximum frequency
(External Trigger)
4.9kHz
Maximum frequency
(Internal Trigger Generator,
External Switch Mode)
997Hz
Pulse output range 1µs to 1000ms in 1µs steps
Trigger input
0 – 5V or 0 – 24V level,
positive or negative edge (not opto-isolated)
Control interface Ethernet (10BaseT)
Power requirements 12V – 24V DC (min 11V, max 26V)
Power consumption
Max 3A @ 24V (72W)
Max 3.5A @ 24V (84W)
with additional heat sink
Housing Black aluminum case
External dimensions
(H / W / L)
39 x 88 x 103 mm
Weight approx. 285g
Storage temperature (ambient) from -30°C/-22°F up to +80°C/+176°F
Operating temperature (ambient) from -5°C/+23°F up to +50°C/+122°F
Conformity CE, RoHS2
Table 11: IPSC2 - Specification
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3.2.1. Dimensions
Figure 10: Dimensions of IPSC2 in mm and [inch]
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3.3. IPSC4
Figure 11: IPSC4 – Front panel view
Specification
IPSC
4
Output channels 4
Asynchronous Operation No timing independent channels
Operating Modes
Continuous, External Trigger, Internal Trigger,
Software Trigger, External Switch
Max. Voltage
200V (pulsed)
55V (continuous)
Max. current pulse
(depending on pulse width)
10A @ 200V per channel (40A total)
Max. continuous current 1A @ 30V per channel (4A total)
Pulse output range 1µs to 1000ms in 1µs steps
Maximum frequency
(External Trigger)
4.9kHz
Maximum frequency
(Internal Trigger Generator,
External Switch Mode)
997Hz
Trigger input
0 – 5V or 0 – 24V level,
positive or negative edge (not opto-isolated)
Control interface Ethernet (10BaseT), RS232
Power requirements 12V – 24V DC (min 11V, max 26V)
Power consumption
Max 5A @ 24V (120W)
Max 5.5A @ 24V (132W)
with additional heat sink
Housing: Black aluminum case
External dimensions
(H / W / L)
56 x 130 x 142 mm
Weight approx. 680g
Storage temperature (ambient) from -30°C/-22°F up to +80°C/+176°F
Operating temperature (ambient) from -5°C/+23°F up to +50°C/+122°F
Conformity CE, RoHS2
Table 12: IPSC4 - Specification
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3.3.1. Dimensions
Figure 12: Dimensions of IPSC4 in mm and [inch]
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3.4. Physical Interfaces
3.4.1. Power Input
The input power connector is located near the lower right corner of the IPSC front panel. All
devices require an external 12V – 24V DC supply for operation, specified in Chapter 3.
Pin
No.
Description
Type
Phoenix Contact
MSTB 2,5/ 3-ST-5,08
+
Power Supply (+12 to 24V DC)
-
Power GND
PE
Protective Earth
Table 13: Power connector description IPSC-Series
+ - PE
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3.4.2. Output Connector
Figure 13: IPSC1/2/4 – Rear panel view with output connector
Pin#
IPSC1
IPSC2
IPSC4
Type
Deltron DT13W3
1 CH1-, Channel 1 - CH1-, Channel 1 - CH1-, Channel 1 -
2
Not assigned
CH2-, Channel 2 - CH2-, Channel 2 -
3
Not assigned
CH3-, Channel 3 -
4 CH4-, Channel 4 -
5
Not assigned
6
7 Analog ID
8 Signal GND (GND for signals 7,9,10)
9 Trigger Output Digital Signal, 3.3V LVTTL level
10 Digital ID (1-Wire EEPROM interface, 3.3V LVTTL level)
A1 12V – 24V (depends on power supply) DC, max 0.5A (for light head cooling fan)
A2 Power GND
A3 V+, Common Output Voltage
Table 14: Output connector description IPSC-Series
(V+) A3
Channel
(CH1-) 1
(CH2-) 2
(CH3-) 3
(CH4-) 4
Figure 14: Connecting scheme for output
1 2 3
4 5
6
7 8
9
10
A1
A2
A3
2
3 1 4
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Figure 15: IPSC-Series - Trigger Output – Schematics
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3.4.3. Trigger Input
Pin#
IPSC1
IPSC2
IPSC4
Type
Phoenix Contact
MSTB 2,5/ 2-ST-5,08
Phoenix Contact
MSTB 2,5/ 4-ST-5,08
Phoenix Contact
MSTB 2,5/ 6-ST-5,08 BNC-Connector
+ or 1 Trigger Channel 1 + Trigger Channel 1 + Trigger Input 1 +
2
Not assigned
Trigger Channel 2 + Trigger Input 2 +
3
Not assigned
Trigger Input 3 +
4 Trigger Input 4 +
- Common Trigger GND
Table 15: Trigger input connector description IPSC-Series
Figure 16: Internal input trigger scheme for IPSC-Series
Logical State
Voltage
HIGH / Logical 1 +3V to +24V DC
LOW / Logical 0 0 to +0.5V DC
Undefined State +0.5V to +3V DC
Table 16: Electrical Specification - Trigger Input(s)
TRG
- +
TRIGGER
- 1 2 -
TRIGGER 1
-
TRIGGER
- 1 2 3 4 -
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3.4.3.1. Opto-Isolated Trigger Source
Figure 17 shows how an opto-isolated digital output of e.g. a camera can be connected to
trigger an IPSC. The opto-coupler of the trigger source should be able to supply at minimum
20mA current and be rated for minimum 24V voltage.
The shown pull down 1.2kΩ resistor should be rated for at least 0.5W power.
Figure 17: Trigger circuit example from Opto-Isolated source
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4. Interfaces for Configuration
4.1. Ethernet
The strobe controller can be connected directly to the PC’s network interface card or via a
switch by using an Ethernet patch cable.
Standard protocols used are HTTP, UDP and TCP.
Table 17: Ethernet connector PIN assignment
IPSCx / HPSC1
HPSC4
Connector
RJ45 RJ45
Specification
10Base-T
10Base-T/100Base-TX
Standards
IEEE802.3
IEEE802.3/802.3u,
ISO802-3/IEEE802.3 (10Base-T),
IEEE 802.3az
Table 18: Supported Ethernet Standards
Note: Using a 10/100Mbit network adapter for a direct connection to an IPSC and HPSC1
strobe controller makes it necessary to use cross-over cabling (HPSC4 excluded).
4.2. Serial RS-232
To connect a strobe controller to the PC using its RS-232 interface, a D-SUB DB9 cable
(RS232) can be used. The assignment of the connector on the strobe controller can be found
below.
Pin PC IPSC
HPSC
2 RxD TxD TxD
3 TxD RxD RxD
5 GND GND GND
4 6, 78 Handshaking loop back
1, 9 Not connected
Table 19: RS-232 connector assignment
Note: The IPSCs and HPSCs series can be connected using a straight-through cable.
Pin #
Signal
1 TX+
2 TX3 RX+
6 RX-
1
2
345
678
9
1 8-
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4.3. Universal Serial Bus (USB)
Strobe controllers providing a USB interface can be connected by an USB1.x/2.0 cable
providing Type-A to -B connectors.
Table 20: USB-B connector assignment
The USB connection is detected by the operating system as an USB-to-Serial converter and
provides a serial COM-port. Commands are sent and received similarly to the serial RS-232
interface.
Pin no.
Signal
1 V+
2 D3 D+
4 V-
2 1
3 4
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5. Status LEDs
The HPSC and IPSC series have a different concept of Status LEDs. The following chapter
describes the LEDs and signaling, as well as the error codes stated by those LEDs.
5.1. HPSC-Series
All Strobe Controllers of the HPSC-series provide a green and a yellow status LED on the front
panel of the device. Due to the different microcontroller architecture and differences in the bootup routine, the HPSC1 and HPSC4 are slightly different in signaling. They are coded as shown
in the following sections.
Note: The USB and RS-232 versions provide separated status LEDs, on the Ethernet version
these LEDs are part of the Ethernet / RJ45 connector.
HPSC1
Status
Green
LED
Yellow LED Description
Error
OFF
OFF No sign of life
Flashing
Number of consecutive flashes as described in chapter 5.3 –
Error / Fault codes
Normal
Operation
ON
OFF Running Mode: “OFF” active
ON Running Mode: “Continuous” active
Flashing (fast) (1Hz) Running Mode: “External Trigger“ or “Software Trigger” active
Flashing (slow) (0.5Hz) Running Mode: “External Switch” or “Internal Trigger”
Booting
Flashing
--- Device in bootloader mode
Flashing Receiving on data interface
Table 21: HPSC1 - Status LEDs and description
HPSC4
Status
Green
LED
Yellow LED Description
Error
OFF
OFF No sign of life
Flashing
Number of consecutive flashes as described in chapter 5.3
Error / Fault codes
Normal
Operation
ON
OFF Running Mode: “OFF” active
ON Running Mode: “Continuous” active
Flashing (max. 17Hz)
Other Running Modes: Indicates trigger, flashing rate is
limited to max. 17 Hz
Table 22: HPSC4 - Status LEDs and description
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5.2. IPSC-Series
On the devices of the IPSC-series, there are 4 status LEDs on the front panel:
Identifier
Color Type
IPSC1
IPSC2
IPSC4
PWR
P
POWER
Green
POWER
ERR
E
FAULT
Red FAULT
STR
S
STROBE
Yellow1
STROBE
ARM
A
ARMED
Yellow2
ARMED
Table 23: IPSC - Identification of status LEDs on different models
When powering the device, POWER (green) and STROBE (yellow) LEDs are constantly ON,
and the FAULT (red) LED is flashing for 5 seconds. After the startup process is completed, only
the POWER (green) LED stays persistently ON.
The different LED status are shown in Table 24.
Type
Status
POWER (green) LED
Solid on Controller is powered
FAULT (red) LED
Flashing in specific intervals System has a failure
Flashing (in combination with STROBE (Yellow) LED)
Controller is starting up, setting controller's IP address,
updating firmware. The controller is in reboot mode
STROBE
(yellow) LED
Flashing
Indicates the pulse coming from the IPSC's output. The
duration of the LED being turned on depends of the
pulse length
Solid on
The controller is either in Continuous or External Switch
mode. IPSC is driving outputs with continuous currents
ARMED (yellow) LED
Solid on
Indicates voltage on output (ready for triggering pulses
or in continuous mode)
Table 24: IPSC - Status LEDs and description
5.2.1. Ethernet Status
The Ethernet connector provides a yellow and a green LEDs, where the green LED indicates
link, the yellow one activity.
Green LED (left)
Status
OFF No link
Solid on Link on / Ethernet link exist
Yellow LED (right)
Status
OFF No activity
Flashing Indicates ongoing activity
Table 25: IPSC Ethernet status LED
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5.3. Error / Fault Codes
If the device detects an error it switches to idle mode and stops driving current on output
immediately. There are 9 different error codes stating the source of the error:
Error #
Description
0 No error
1 Error in internal bus communication
2 No light head is detected by AID (IPSC-series only)
3 Wrong parameters are used
4 Temperature of controller is too high
5 Error with temperature measuring device
6 D/A converter failure
7 Input power supply voltage is too low, too high* or changed (> ±2.4V)*
8 Cannot read DID from light head (IPSC-series only)
*HPSC4 only
Table 26: Error codes
Depending on what error code is detected, the FAULT (IPSC) or Yellow LED (HPSC) is flashing
in repeating sequences. Each sequence consists of a number of flashes accordingly to the error
code number. E.g. for error code “1” flashing once, for error code “2” twice, etc. The error code,
causing the controller to stop working, is also shown in the status window of the ScLibClient
or can be accessed by the API / RAW commands.
When errors are detected, the following steps are recommended:
1. Turn off controller
2. Disconnect light head
3. Check that input power supply is connected properly
4. Restart controller
5. Check parameters on controller so they are not overloading controller and light head
6. Check that light head is connected properly
7. Send new parameters to controller
Please contact your local SMARTEK Vision distribution partner if the error code persists.
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6. Getting Started
The following section describes the required components and a generalized procedure to put
a Strobe Controller of the HPSC or IPSC series into operation. Figure 18 shows a simplified
setup, whose single components are described in the following chapter.
6.1. System Requirements
(1) SMARTEK Vision Strobe Controller of IPSC- or HPSC-Series
(2) Power Supply with flying leads and ferrules
o IPSC1 / 2: 12V to 24V DC with at least 84W
o IPSC4 / HPSCx: 12V to 24V DC with at least 135W / 150W
(3) Cable for communication:
o Ethernet: Patch cable with RJ45 plugs; IPSC-Series/HPSC1: Direct connections to
10/100 Mbit network cards require a crossover cable
o Serial: RS-232 cable with male to female 9-pole D-Sub plugs, Rx/Tx not crossed
o USB: USB2.0 A-to-B cable
(4) Cable for powering the illumination
o IPSC-Series: Power-out cable for IPSC series providing an appropriate number
of lines. Assembled cables are available as accessory from our
sales partners.
o HPSC-Series: Flying leads can be directly attached to the devices screw terminal,
Note: Shielded cables (grounded at illumination) are strongly recommended, further
suggestions can be found in Chapter 1.3.
Figure 18: Basic setup with an IP Strobe Controller
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(5) LED illumination
o Note: The illumination must not be equipped with any additional internal / external
control electronics!
(6) Trigger source (optional)
o 0 – 24V (voltage level for logical “1” from 3V).
o IPSC-Series: 1.2kΩ / 0.5W resistor per trigger channel
(optional for Hi/Hi-Z trigger sources)
(7) PC with Microsoft Windows® or Linux 32-/64Bit operating system for configuration of the
device
o 10Mbit Ethernet network card (or faster), RS232 interface or USB1.x/2.0 interface
o SMARTEK Vision ScLib PC configuration software, optional web browser software.
6.2. Software Installation – SMARTEK Vision ScLib
Step 1: Download the latest SMARTEK Vision ScLib SDK from:
http://www.SMARTEK.vision/downloads.php
Step 2: To start the installation Run the ScLib SDK software installation. Please follow the
installation instructions to complete the installation process.
6.3. Getting Started with the Strobe Controller
Step 1 – Connect device: Connect the strobe controller with an appropriate communication
cable to the target PC or switch. Connect the positive and negative leads of the power supply
to the power terminal of the strobe controller. Connecting the protective earth conductor is
mandatory for field operation and harsh environments.
Step 2 – Startup and IP setup: Switch on the power supply as well as the power switch on the
front side of the strobe controller. Run the configuration tool ScLibClient from:
Start Menu → (All) Programs → SMARTEK Vision→ ScLib
Press the button Find Controllers to search for devices over Ethernet, RS232 and USB. All
found devices are shown in the list below.
Note (Ethernet devices): There is one of three available flags in front of the strobe
controller connection displayed in the list of found devices:
Device available and waiting for connection
Connection to device established
Unable to connect to device; usually caused by bad IP-configuration (Ethernet only)
In case that the sign Unable to connect to device is shown in front of the Connection of the
strobe controller, the current IP configuration is invalid. IP address and subnet mask of a
selected strobe controller can be changed by pressing the button Set Device Ip Address. For
a quick start it is recommended to use the IP configuration as shown in the table below:
NIC* Other NICs
Strobe Controller
#1 Strobe Controller
#2 Strobe Controller
#n
IP
169.254.0.1
not 169.254.x.x
255.255.0.0
169.254.1.1 169.254.1.2 169.254.1.n
Subnet
mask
255.255.0.0 255.255.0.0 255.255.0.0 255.255.0.0
*Physically connected to the Strobe Controller(s)
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Step 3 – Establishing a connection: In the list of strobe controller, choose the device you
want to connect to and press the button Connect Device. Alternatively, Ethernet strobe
controller can be reached with their web-interface by typing the configured IP address into the
address field of your web browser (e.g. http://169.254.1.1).
Step 4 – Pre-Configuration: As soon as the connection was established successfully, the
strobe controller can be configured for the first start. Make sure that the Running Mode is set
to OFF, and output voltage and current of each channel do not exceed the limits of the
illumination to connect. After finishing the pre-configuration, the changes have to be stored on
the strobe controller by pressing the button Send & Save. Subsequent press the button
Disconnect.
Step 6 – Connect illumination / light head: Switch OFF the strobe controller and unplug the
power supply. Illuminations or light heads can be connected to the output panel connector(s)
on the backside of the housing, according to connecting schemes in 3.4.2 – Output Connector
(IPSC-Series) and 2.3.3 – LED Output (HPSC-Series).
Step 7 – Connecting an external trigger: Depending on the strobe controller series and
trigger source, one of the following input wirings can be applied to synchronize the strobe
controller with external trigger sources.
IPSC-Series: HPSC-Series:
Figure 19: Connecting input trigger of IPSC (left) and HPSC (right) - max. 24V
*IPSC-Series: For trigger source that switch between Hi and Hi-Z state only, it is necessary to apply a
pull down resistor (R = 1.2kΩ / 0.5W) between trigger source and GND, as shown in
Figure 19
(left).
Step 8: When all connections of Step 6 and 7 have been applied correctly, power the strobe
controller and establish a connection via the ScLibClient or web-interface. Select the right
Running Mode for your application and configure the Trigger Inputs as well as the Physical
Outputs according to your regirements.
Warning: Output currents over the specification of your illumination can lead to
permanent damage of the illumination. Overdriving should only be done by advanced
users and in pulse mode with appropriately short pulse durations.
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Apply and store the settings by pressing the button Send & Save which applies and stores
the settings to the strobe controller. Further information on the configuration interface can be
found in the following Chapter 7 - Device Configuration with the ScLibClient.
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7. Device Configuration with the ScLibClient
The ScLibClient is a graphical user interface application for strobe controller discovery,
configuration and status. It is part of the ScLib which is a collection of software tools,
programming samples and documentation to configure, run and integrate devices into user
applications. All SMARTEK Vision Strobe Controllers, specified in this document, are
supported.
Specification
Firmware update Over Ethernet, RS-232 and USB
ScLib PC Client software
Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, 8, 10, 32 and 64bit
Linux 32 and 64bit
Table 27: Software specifications
With the installation of the ScLib, the ScLibClient can be started from the Windows Start Menu
or the binary folder of the installation.
Figure 20: ScLibClient - Overview
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7.1. Find Devices
Run the ScLibClient and click Find icon to start searching for devices.
Figure 21: ScLibClient – Discovery Button
7.2. Discovery by Broadcast
The usual way to identify available devices on Ethernet, RS-232 or USB is to search for them
using a broadcast. The basic settings for this in the Find Controllers window is to select
Broadcast and make sure to check the relevant interfaces.
Figure 22: ScLibClient – Discovery Window
Select the target controller from the list of found devices and click on the Connect icon to
establish a connection to the device.
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Figure 23: ScLibClient – Connect to Device
7.3. Ethernet Specific Discovery Options
When using an Ethernet connection, the user can choose between Broadcast and search by
IP. Broadcast is the default option and the fastest way to discover devices within the home
network.
Search by IP is designed to find controllers that are connected to the outside of your home
network (via a router), where broadcast packages would not reach the device. Range of IP
search is 16 addresses and takes approximately 1 second per IP address. If your input exceeds
this range (as shown in Figure 19), 16 addresses will be searched starting with the address in
the left box.
Note: Search for IP is currently only supported by HPSC4 devices and will this not find and
IPSCx or HPSC1 Strobe controllers.
Figure 24: ScLibClient – Search by IP
Depending on the type of connection that is used towards the strobe controller, the results of a
search might be different. Figure 25 shows how correct detected devices with a valid IP address
are listed.
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Figure 25: ScLibClient – Device List
If no controller is found, make sure every connection is plugged properly and the network
interface card is enabled. Further the firewall-settings might block packets from the strobe
controller and can be deactivated temporary for further investigation.
Invalid IP Address / Set IP Address
The strobe controller can have for various reasons an IP address that does not fit to the current
network configuration, which is thus invalid for establishing a connection.
Further, all strobe controllers are shipped in DHCP mode, without a preconfigured IP address.
In case no DHCP server is available in the network (peer-to-peer connection, switch, router
without DHCP activated), the IP address of IPSCx and HPSC1 devices is set to the invalid IP
address “0.0.0.0”, while HPSC4 devices receive an LLA address.
To change the IP address of the device to be on the same subnet as the IP address in the Local
Area Connection, click the Set Address icon.
Figure 26: ScLibClient – Set IP Button
In the Set Address-window the new IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, DNS servers
and name of the controller can be set. Make sure to provide an IP address to the controller that
is not assigned to another device in the network.
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Figure 27: ScLibClient – Set IP Window
Note: When the Strobe Controller is in a different network as the PC, it can be discovered using
Search by IP and connected only if the gateway is correctly set. Gateway and DNS are currently
only implemented on HPSC4 devices.
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7.4. Strobe Controller Status
When a connection between ScLibClient and controller is established, all fields are read out in
controller status. Controller status is defined in the lower left corner of the ScLibClient software:
• Controller Model – shows the model of the strobe controller.
• User defined name – shows the name of the strobe controller, it can be changed by the user.
• Light head Model – shows the model of the light head connected to the controller. If the light
head does not have a digital ID, or it is not connected to the controller, the field will be empty
• Unique Address – shows the mac address of the strobe controller.
• Temperature [°C] – shows the internal temperature of the strobe controller. At the beginning
this field is zero. Controller temperature sensor needs a few seconds to read the exact
temperature. Normal internal temperature is from -5°C to +50°C (+23°F to +122°F).
• Fault Code – internal error code, described in chapter 5.2.1 - Ethernet Status
• Input Voltage [V] – shows the controller input power supply voltage.
• Max Input Power [W] – shows the maximal power of input power supply.
Figure 28: ScLibClient – Strobe Controller Status Output
7.5. Applying a Configuration
The ScLibClient has functions to read,
send and store configurations. The Read
button is used for reading the complete
parameter-set running currently on the
controller, while the Send & Save button applies and stores the desired parameters to the
device.
Additionally, devices of the latest generation support also the application of parameters only to
the running configuration, using the Send button. These values are not stored to volatile
memory and will be dropped on power cycle or reset of the device.
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7.6. Running Modes
All Strobe Controllers can be operated in different Running Modes, supporting pulsed and
continuous DC current output.
Figure 29: ScLibClient – Running Modes
In pulse controlled output modes, a Strobe Controller generates electrical impulses on the
output. The output pulses in this mode can be triggered by an external-, internal or software
generated trigger source. These modes are intended for pulsing and over-driving of LED light
heads.
In DC controlled output modes, the Strobe Controller operates as a DC current source intended
for continuous currents on the output. Corresponding running modes are the Continuous and
External Switch mode.
Note (IPSC-Series): When the device reacts on one of the trigger signals, or currently drives
an LED output, all further incoming triggers are ignored. The trigger signals are only processed
sequentially and thus it is not possible to operate several channels asynchronously to each
other. For asynchronous application, please use on of our HPSC devices.
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7.6.1. Off
The controller is in idle mode and does not respond to any input triggers. There is no voltage
drawn on any output line.
7.6.2. External Trigger
In the External Trigger mode the device is ready to accept external trigger signals and
generates a very precise output pulse according to the user configuration. The External Trigger
mode is the most precise mode und the usual way of pulse operation.
7.6.3. Software Trigger
In Software Trigger mode the Strobe Controller is waiting for software triggers to generate
output pulses according to the user configuration. This triggers are issued by the PC using the
communication interface and is for that reason not as precise as the External Trigger mode. In
Software Trigger mode devices do not respond to any external trigger inputs.
7.6.4. Continuous
In Continuous operation mode the output provides a constant current. The device operates as
a DC current source, configured by the user. As soon as the parameters have been sent to the
Strobe Controller, the output is immediately driven according to the set voltage and current.
The timing parameters ignored in this mode.
7.6.5. External Switch
In External Switch mode the device acts as a switch. The Strobe Controller is armed and
generates output pulses according to the external trigger signal. In contrast to the External
Trigger mode, the pulse length is defined by the trigger pulse length. If a trigger arrives, the
device will send continuous current on the output as long as the trigger is active. The timing
parameters are not used in this mode.
Note: As the pulse duration is not controllable in this mode, the maximum voltage and current
levels are similar to the Continuous operating mode. The precision is slightly lower than in
External Trigger mode, which is to prefer if possible.
7.6.6. Internal Trigger
The Internal Trigger mode allows to generate constant triggering by the strobe controller itself,
which can be used to drive one or more outputs. The signal is defined by the configured On- ,
Off-Time and Delay. In this mode any external or software triggers are ignored.
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7.7. Output Parameters
Using the output parameters, current and voltage can be configured individually for each
channel. These parameters should only be applied carefully meeting the specifications of the
connected LED illumination. Too high output parameters can lead to permanent damage of the
illumination.
Figure 30: ScLibClient – Output Parameters
Parameters:
• Load Channel n – Available output channel(s) which can be configured independently
• Current – Current for the individual output line
• Trigger – Trigger which will be used to drive the individual output line
• Measured Current / Voltage – Actual measured voltage and current at the output lines
• Voltage Output 1 – Maximum voltage the internal switching power supply will be able to
provide. The actual (measured) voltage of each line will be depending of the illumination
characteristics and the configured current.
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• Optimal Autosense – Enables / Disables Optimal Autosense for the internal power
supply
• Output Voltage – Voltage of the internal power supply, set by Optimal Autosense
• Measured Voltage – Measured voltage at the internal power supply
7.7.1. Optimal Autosense
Optimal Autosense is used to determine the optimal output voltage for the current set-up. As
soon as the Optimal Autosense check box is enabled, the device corrects the desired voltage
to the lowest voltage that is needed to reach the desired current on all channels.
Having the optimal voltage for illumination operation set, can reduce the heat generation at the
MOSFETs significantly, which will dissipate all superfluous energy into heat.
To make Optimal Autosense work properly, the value set on Voltage Output should be
significantly higher than needed. The determined values can then also be applied manually
after disabling Optimal Autosense.
Caution: Exchanging the illumination (even with the same light head type) can show
differences in brightness. This is caused by normal tolerances in manufacturing that might make
slightly higher voltages necessary to reach the specified current.
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7.7.2. Controller Settings
The controller settings allow the user to modify general values of the strobe controller’s internal
sensing.
Figure 31: ScLibClient – Controller Settings
This feature is only supported by HPSC4 devices and comprises:
• Max. Input Power – Limits the maximum recharging rate, used to limit the load on the
external power supply while recharging internal capacitors.
• Max. Temperature – Maximum Temperature before the device goes into safe shutdown,
used to limit the maximum temperature for heat sensitive environments e.g. in medical
applications.
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7.8. Trigger Input
7.8.1. Trigger Input Parameters
With the trigger parameters, the timing options of the Trigger- (OUT) and LED-outputs (LED)
are configured.
Figure 32: ScLibClient – Trigger Parameters
All parameters have a resolution of 1µs:
• Trigger Edge – configuration of controller's input trigger edge. If the trigger edge is not
the same between camera and strobe controller, asynchronization may occur between
them.
• Delay Time – time interval between the receipt of a trigger signal and the initiation of an
output pulse. The minimal delay time depends on device and current setup.
• On Time – definition of the pulse length. Please be careful with this parameter, too high
values of On Time can damage the light heads.
• Off Time – the time when no trigger is accepted, internal capacitors are recharged.
• Trigger 1, 2, 3, 4 (flag) – enable or disable trigger.
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The Trigger Input(s) parameters are not used if the controller is in Continuous, External Switch
or Off mode. The HPSC4 series provides different trigger Delay/On times for LED and OUT
used for manual synchronization of camera and light source.
Figure 33 below shows how the timing of each trigger input line is transferred to the
corresponding output(s).
Figure 33: Process of generating pulses
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7.9. Lightheads (IPSC-series only)
To access the light heads options click on the Light heads tab.
Figure 34: ScLibClient - Configure Light head
By using the Auto Detect button additional information is provided about the currently connected
light heads. Only the light heads with digital light head signature can provide additional
information. Digital light head signature is an optional feature. If digital light head signature
exists, Vendor, Model, Serial Number and Unique ID are read out. While connecting custom
illumination, be careful with limitations of LEDs. Bad settings can permanently damage the
illumination.
7.9.1. Digital EEPROM Light head Signature
Digital EEPROM light head signature or Digital ID (DID) is a feature which is used for protecting
the light heads from damaging and provides additional information about the light heads.
Currents driven through LEDs exceeding the specifications can damage LEDs. Digital light
head signature is stored on the EEPROM of the light head and is accessed through IPSC
controller over 1-Wire protocol.
Figure 35: Digital ID Interface for Light head Coding
EEPROM that is supported by the IPSCx series is Dallas, Maxim DS2433 4Kb 1-Wire
EEPROM. The light head can be with or without digital light head signature/EEPROM.
Digital light head signature of the lighting device is accessed by pressing the F4 key on
keyboard. In the Digital Light head Signature window, additional information is provided about
strobe controller and light head.
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Figure 36: ScLibClient - Light head Information
Controller – these parameters are changed when changing IP address of the strobe controller.
These parameters are also read out in the controller status field:
• Connection – IP address of the strobe controller
• Model – model of the strobe controller
• User Name – name that's given when changing IP address of the strobe controller
or a default name
• Unique ID – unique ID of the light head
Unique ID – unique ID of the light head
Light head Signature Data – these parameters are changed when writing new digital signature.
These parameters are also read out in the Light heads tab:
• Vendor – vendor of the light head
• Model – model of the light head
• Serial Number – serial number of the light head
7.9.1.1. Circuit
A new circuit is added by selecting the Append New Circuit (1) button. Parameters for circuits
are defined under Circuit tab. To save current parameters click Save File (2) button. To update
signature in EEPROM with current parameters click on Write EEPROM (3) button. To see
current parameters in raw hex format go to Raw EEPROM Signature Data (4) tab.
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Single Circuit Definition defines parameter for single circuit:
• Circuit Description – defines the name of circuit.
• User Data – circuit user data.
• LED Serial Count – number of LEDs connected in series.
• LED Parallel Count – number of LEDs connected in parallel.
• Joined Channels Count – number of connected channels in custom illumination.
Single LED Data Definition section defines parameters for the single LED:
• LED Type ID – user configurable, with a value between 0 – 65535
• LED Wavelength – wavelength of the LED determines the color of the LED, with a value
between 0 – 255[x10nm]
• Forward Voltage (Uf) – maximum forwarded voltage on a LED, with a value between 0.00
–
600.00[V]. This value should be read out from the specifications of the LED
• Dynamic Resistance (Rf) – LEDs electrical resistance when it is in operation, with a value
between 0.00 – 600.00[Ohm]. This value should be read out from the specifications of the
LED
• Max DC Current (Built in light head) – maximal allowable current trough LED when built in
light head with a value between 1 – 65535[mA]
• Max Pulsed Current – maximal allowable current trough LED when the device is in pulse
mode, with a value between 1 – 65535 [mA]
• Max DC Power (LED only) – maximal DC power which can run through single LED, with a
value between 0 – 65535[mW]. This value should be read out from the specifications of the
LED
1
4
3
2
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• RC Thermal – time constant obtained by multiplication of thermal capacity and thermal
resistance, with a value between 0 – 65535[us]. This value is obtained from the LED
datasheet
• Max On Time – maximum value for On Time when in the pulse controlled mode, with a
value between 0 – 65535[us]
7.9.1.2. User custom LED light head connection diagram
The figure below is an example how the LEDs can be connected on one channel.
Figure 37: Parallel and serial LED connections
7.9.1.3. ID Check Mode and Analog ID
IPSC1, IPSC2 and IPSC4 with firmware version 1.2 and up provide optional features. ID Check
Mode is used to preform checking of Digital ID and Analog ID. To change setting for ID Check
Mode, please contact our sales partner or Smartek support.
Figure 38: ScLibClient – Status Tab
ID Check Mode – gives information for ID Check Mode setting:
• 0 – IPSC does not perform any checking
• 1 – IPSC checks for AID at startup
• 2 and 3 – IPSC checks for AID continuously all the time
• 4 – IPSC checks for DID at startup
Strip of LEDs
connected in parallel
(- Chx )
(+
V )
Strip of LEDs
connected in
series
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• 5 – IPSC checks for DID and AID at startup
• 6 and 7 – IPSC checks for DID at startup and AID continuously all the time
Analog ID is optional feature to check if light head is connected to IPSC. Pins 7 and 8 on IPSC
output are connected with 1K resistor.
Figure 39: Analog ID interface
Analog ID – reads status of AID for light head:
• 128 ± 8 – Light head is not connected
• 97 ± 8 – Light head is connected
• 68 ± 8 – AID output is connected to GND
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7.10. Firmware Update
Firmware updates are applied to a device by flashing a binary firmware file, using the
configuration interface (Ethernet, RS-232 or USB) of the Strobe Controller. The device has to
be in OFF mode, updates via Ethernet must be applied having a permanent IP address (not
DHCP) set.
To update the firmware, execute the following steps:
1) Start the ScLibClient and connect to the target Strobe Controller
2) Open the Status tab and press the Firmware Update button.
3) Click the Browse button to select the firmware binary to install.
4) After selecting a firmware, click on the Check firmware file button to run a compatibility
test between the device and firmware.
5) If the selected firmware is compatible, “PASSED” is indicated in text window, and the
Upload new firmware to device button will become available. Click on Upload new
firmware to device to start updating the firmware.
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6) After re-programming has successfully finished, “PASSED” is indicated in text window.
Depending on the device, this process can take a couple of minutes. When updating of
new firmware finishes, simply close the dialog box.
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7.11. Other features
The following section shows further features of the ScLibClient configuration software.
7.11.1. Description Tab
Open the Description tab to see major features, specifications and maximum ratings of the
controller that is connected to theScLibClient.
7.11.2. Log Tab
To see actual logging information, open the Log tab. To save the current log just click the Save
to File button and save it to disk.
7.11.3. Status Tab
The current status information of the selected Strobe Controller can be viewed by selecting the
Status tab.
All controllers contain following information: Controller Vendor, Serial Number, Hardware and
Firmware Versions. In the table below, you can see some controller specific information.
Controller Specific Information
IPSCx, HPSC1 ID Check Mode, Analog ID
HPSC4 FSBL Version
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8. Web Server
All IPSC Strobe Controllers with an Ethernet interface are accessible for configuration through
a web interface. To gain access, just enter IP address (1) of the target device into your web
browser. Use the web server to read and send parameters to the device (2), or to change its IP
address (3).
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9. Declarations of Conformity
9.1. CE
Manufacturer: Smartek d.o.o.
Dobrise Cesarica 5
HR-40000 Cakovec
Croatia
Product: LED Strobe Controller
Type Family: Internet Protocol Strobe Controller (IPSC),
High Performance Strobe Controller (HPSC)
Type of Equipment: IPSC1, IPSC2, IPSC4, IPSC4r2, HPSC1, HPSC4
This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions
of the following EC directives:
Reference No. Title:
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC directive)
The equipment specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the most
accurate measurement standards possible, and that all the necessary steps have been taken
and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will continue comply with
the requirements.
Date of issue: 2017-04-28
Damir Dolar
Technical Director
Smartek d.o.o.
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9.2. RoHS II
Manufacturer: Smartek d.o.o.
Dobrise Cesarica 5
HR-40000 Cakovec
Croatia
Product: LED Strobe Controller
Type Family: Internet Protocol Strobe Controller (IPSC),
High Performance Strobe Controller (HPSC)
Type of Equipment: IPSC1, IPSC2, IPSC4, IPSC4r2, HPSC1, HPSC4
This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions
of the following RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
Date of issue: 2017-04-28
Damir Dolar
Technical Director
Smartek d.o.o.
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10. Contact Information
Published by:
Smartek d.o.o.
Dobrise Cesarica
HR-40000 Cakovec
Croatia
www.SMARTEK.vision
Email: info@SMARTEKvision.com
Tel: +385 (40) 493 805
Fax: +385 (40) 493 819
Copyright © 2017 by Smartek d.o.o. All rights reserved.
For further information please contact our sales partners.
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