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Introduction 

 

The 

UNIBLITZ

 

VMM-D1 and VMM-T1

 are capable of controlling all shutter types in 

the 

UNIBLITZ

 

product line. The 

VMM-T1

 incorporates two precise timers to control shutter 

exposure and delay intervals. Each timer range is from .1ms to 9999sec. Four digit pushwheel 
switches provide exceptional resolution for use in a multitude of shutter applications, ranging 
from holography to microscopy. The 

VMM-D1

 incorporates a state of the art shutter driver 

while relying on the users input signal to determine exposure and frequency. 

One feature of the 

VMM-T1

 is the PRE or POST exposure delay. The PRE/POST 

toggle switch allows the user to actuate the shutter immediately upon receipt of a trigger signal 
or delay the EXPOSURE for a predetermined period. The period of the DELAY interval is 
determined from the front panel DELAY TIME SELECT. The DELAY signal is provided to 
the AUX output terminal located at the rear panel of the control.  In addition to the PRE/POST 
DELAY, the 

VMM-T1

 can re-trigger itself continuously to provide low level chopper control. 

By selecting the EXP. PRESET pushwheel switch to “00”, once triggered, the DELAY interval 
control acts as the recycle interval to determine the exposure frequency.  The unit will run 
continuously until reset.  By selecting any value between 01-99, the shutter will trigger for the 
number of exposures selected.  

One feature of the 

VMM-D1

 is the selection of interrupt mode. With the mode switch 

in the “A” position, the unit will disable itself upon an AC line loss. When power is restored, 
the unit will remain disabled until reset. In the “B” position the unit will become disabled when 
a DC voltage level is removed from the interrupt input. When the input is restored, the unit will 
remain disabled until reset. The STD mode will bypass the interrupt capability. This mode 
selection makes the 

VMM-D1

 more versatile for applications where the shutter must not re-

open until acted upon by the user. 

Both models contain an addressable RS-232 input.  By using our daisy chain cable (the 

910RSDC, purchased separately) multiple controllers can be connected together.  Eight 
separate addresses allow up to eight units to be individually controlled via one computer serial 
port.   
The patented driver design of the 

VMM-D1

 and 

VMM-T1

 allows the controller to operate all 

shutter types in the 

UNIBLITZ 

product line.  

A l0ft. 7-pin female to 7-pin male shutter inter-connect cable is also included with each unit 
(the 710C). 
 

VMM-D1 & VMM-T1 User Manual 

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Summary of Contents for UNIBLITZ VMM-D1

Page 1: ...service in house repair center WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT Sell your excess underutilized and idle used equipment We also offer credit for buy backs and trade ins www artisantg com WeBuyEquipment REMOTE IN...

Page 2: ...User Manual UNIBLITZ VMM D1 Shutter Driver and VMM T1 Shutter Driver Timer 14 0020 Version 1 35 2001 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com...

Page 3: ...ght to discontinue or change specifications or designs at any time without incurring any obligation Printed in the U S A Ver 1 35 2001 Vincent Associates a Division of VA Inc 1255 University Ave Roche...

Page 4: ...s Vincent Associates will consider the return of unused equipment if returned within 30 days from the date of shipment subject to a 20 restocking charge This offer does not apply to used or damaged eq...

Page 5: ...VMM D1 VMM T1 User Manual 4 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com...

Page 6: ...Operator Controls and I O 22 Description 23 OPERATING BASICS 25 Function Switches 25 GATE INPUT 25 Figure 5 GATE Input Timing Diagram 26 Mode Selection 28 RS 232C Operation 28 Figure 6 VMM T1 D1 Daisy...

Page 7: ...output terminals of the product ensure that the product is properly grounded DO NOT DEFEAT THE GROUND CONNECTION ON THE SUPPLIED LINE CORD Do Not Operate Without Covers To avoid electric shock or fire...

Page 8: ...practices that could result in injury or loss of life CAUTION Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property TRIGGER LEVEL This symbo...

Page 9: ...ut output signals Operating Basics give further details to the operational features of the controllers Specifications are described for all input output levels as well as timing accuracy of the VMM T1...

Page 10: ...gger signals A LOCAL REMOTE switch which will effectively disconnect all input signals from the controller allowing the user to manually control the shutter without the need to remove the signals from...

Page 11: ...determine the exposure frequency The unit will run continuously until reset By selecting any value between 01 99 the shutter will trigger for the number of exposures selected One feature of the VMM D...

Page 12: ...ed to the AC line Then connect the opposite end of the supplied line cord to the rear panel AC module connector Be sure the cord is inserted completely into the AC module connector 4 Connect the power...

Page 13: ...80 if changing to 230VAC replace fuses with two 5mm x 20mm 25A time lag fuses Be sure to change fuses back to 3AG 5A time lag fuses when changing back to 115VAC 3 Replace fuse holder block and close t...

Page 14: ...SYNC ACTIVE will illuminate when the shutter is in the open position In addition the active low SYNC output will change to the low state when the shutter is open The absence of the solid state synchro...

Page 15: ...VINCENT ASSOCIATES A V Figure 2 VMM D1 Front Panel Operator Controls VMM D1 VMM T1 User Manual 14 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com...

Page 16: ...detected either AC or DC Upon reset the shutter will return to the position set by an external input or the position of the N O N C toggle switch a A AC interrupt mode Prevents the driver from re ope...

Page 17: ...LOCAL position 8 POWER LED indicator 9 SHUTTER FUSE Replace with 5mm x 20mm 6A time lag fuse This fuse may fail if the shutter is operated at an excessive frequency and duty cycle to protect the coil...

Page 18: ...Notes VMM D1 VMM T1 User Manual 17 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com...

Page 19: ...VINCENT ASSOCIATES A V Figure 3 VMM T1 Front Panel Operator Controls VMM D1 VMM T1 User Manual 18 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com...

Page 20: ...ped with the Solid State Sync system 8 DRIVER ACTIVE Indicator LED indicates when the internal shutter driver circuit input has an active signal present 9 ACTUATE Switch Depress this momentary pushbut...

Page 21: ...tter will be activated closed and or will be timed in the closed position The N O N C switch acts to invert the shutter operation Any RESET command will return the shutter to the position determined b...

Page 22: ...Notes VMM D1 VMM T1 User Manual 21 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com...

Page 23: ...Figure 4 VMM T1 D1 Rear Panel Operator Controls and I O VMM D1 VMM T1 User Manual 22 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com...

Page 24: ...TTL pulse presented to the RESET input will close the shutter VMM D1 only Inhibits VMM T1 timing functions both the DELAY or EXPOSURE timers are RESET Please note if an open command is sent to the RS...

Page 25: ...s of each of the four input BNC input connectors See FUNCTION select under GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS The E switch is used to select the proper pulse energy for the shutter being driven Switch to the HIG...

Page 26: ...AUSE IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO THE SHUTTER USED AND WILL VOID THE SHUTTER S LIMITED WARRANTY LOW HIGH GATE INPUT The GATE INPUT is used in conjunction with the TRIGGER INPUT This input allows the user to...

Page 27: ...IGGER PERIOD TRIGGER PERIOD TRIGGER SIGNAL STREAM ACTIVE LOW GATE SIGNAL ACTIVE HIGH HIGHGATE PULSE GATE SIGNAL ACTIVE HIGH 2 TRIGGER PULSES A B LOW GATE PULSE ACTIVE HIGH PULSE WIDTH EQUAL TO 2X TRIG...

Page 28: ...unit will be disabled and the DISABLED LED will be illuminated if and only if the input is restored When the input voltage is restored the DISABLED LED will be illuminated and the CONTROL 5 will be a...

Page 29: ...the unit will respond by activating the proper function The program listed on page 31 will allow operation of the VMM T1 or VMM D1 from the computer keyboard With activation of the shutter with a tri...

Page 30: ...VMM D1 controllers This program and LabView programs not listed are available by contacting us via our web site www uniblitz com via e mail vincent frontiernet net or calling 800 828 6972 Other progra...

Page 31: ...RINT P OPEN Aux Out PRINT L CLOSE Aux Out PRINT PRINT S SET Octal Switch Address PRINT Current Starting Decimal J PRINT Current Octal Address Value C PRINT PRINT Q QUIT Program PRINT PRINT START A INK...

Page 32: ...R B x THEN J 64 C X ELSEIF B 0 THEN J 128 C 0 ELSEIF B 1 THEN J 144 C 1 ELSEIF B 2 THEN J 160 C 2 ELSEIF B 3 THEN J 176 C 3 ELSEIF B 4 THEN J 192 C 4 ELSEIF B 5 THEN J 208 C 5 ELSEIF B 6 THEN J 224 C...

Page 33: ...Also note that large negative voltages can cause irreparable damage to the unit s internal circuitry Exercise extreme caution 2 As noted previously a visual inspection of a fuse is usually NOT an adeq...

Page 34: ...Hz 10 Hz 15 Hz 20 Hz 25 Hz 30 Hz 35 Hz 40 Hz Figure 8 Pulse Voltage vs Frequency Pulse Voltage vs Frequency at Select Exposure Time 0 0 10 0 20 0 30 0 40 0 50 0 60 0 70 0 0 5 0 8 0 10 0 13 3 15 0 17...

Page 35: ...3 6 4 Figure 9 Overall VMM D1 Dimensions VMM D1 VMM T1 User Manual 34 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com...

Page 36: ...3 4 6 1 4 2 3 0 R 9 5 7 6 8 Figure 10 Overall VMM T1 Dimensions VMM D1 VMM T1 User Manual 35 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com...

Page 37: ...that if you suspect a problem with your unit that it is returned to the factory for proper adjustments and calibration The unit s complicated circuitry will be damaged and or not function as specifie...

Page 38: ...witches Delay Interval 0 1 mS 100 S to 9999 Sec 2 8 hrs in five decade ranges variable within each decade with 4 digit pushwheel switches External Input Characteristics VMM D1 VMM T1 Name Description...

Page 39: ...rol 6 commands available 1 global 8 local address locations for commands see ADDRESS Select specification for switch settings of local address locations Also see page 31 for QUICK BASIC test program 0...

Page 40: ...g of VMM T1 10VDC CONTROL Pin 1 10 volt DC unregulated output provided for use in remote switching and or control circuits located on front panel SYNC OUTPUT BNC Active low source impedance 1K ohms ma...

Page 41: ...181 197 213 229 245 Decimal DRIVER ACTIVE Indicator Red 3mm LED indicates when the shutter driver circuit is active This LED will illuminate with or without the load of a shutter s actuator coil Allow...

Page 42: ...ns These 5 switches located on rear panel Slide Position Weight 3 38 lbs 1 53 kg Fuse Requirements two Amp slow blow x 1 for 115 VAC line Function Switch Lower Upper 3 50 lbs 1 59 kg TRIGGER INPUT two...

Page 43: ...cable AC line cord 230 VAC line fuses two Amp slow blow fuses x 1 Users Manual Mode control keys 2 each Optional Accessories 710R remote hand held trigger cable used with active low BNC 710R F remote...

Page 44: ...ES 13 BNC 9 15 16 23 24 25 37 38 39 40 43 44 C Interrupt Out 40 Introduction 10 K key 19 Caution 32 CAUTION 13 Close 42 key switch 15 27 keyboard 28 Keyswitch 15 Close B 39 40 42 close command 16 19 2...

Page 45: ...drive 10 15 19 41 Shutter Drive 8 Shutter Frequency of Operation 32 shutter fuse 32 SHUTTER FUSE 16 20 Size 43 Start Up 11 STD 10 15 27 Stop bit 39 SYNC ACTIVE 13 Sync 24 SYNC 15 19 24 40 41 SYNC ACTI...

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