Specifications

Version 1.1 rev Jan 2013
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iXon Ultra
Introduction to iXon Ultra Hardware
1.7.6 - Working with electronics
The computer equipment that is to be used to operate the iXon Ultra should be tted with appropriate surge/EMI/RFI
protection on all power lines. Dedicated power lines or line isolation may be required for some extremely noisy sites.
Appropriate static control procedures should be used during the installation of the system. Attention should be given
to grounding. All cables should be fastened securely into place in order to provide a reliable connection and to prevent
accidental disconnection.
The circuits used in the camera head are extremely sensitive to static electricity and radiated electromagnetic elds and
should not be used (or stored close to) EMI/RFI generators, electrostatic eld generators, electromagnetic or radioactive
devices, or other similar sources of high energy elds. Types of equipment that can cause problems include Arc welders,
Plasma sources, Pulsed-discharge optical sources, Radio frequency generators and X-ray instruments.
1.7.7 - Condensation
Condensation may form on the outside of the camera body if the temperature of the cooling water is too low or if the
water ow is too high. The rst signs of condensation will usually be visible around the connectors where the water
tubes are attached. In such circumstances switch off the system, disconnect the power supply and carefully wipe the
camera with a soft, dry cloth. It is likely there will already be condensation on the cooling block and cooling ns inside
the camera. Please also carry out the following actions:
• Setthecameraasidetodryforseveralhoursbeforeyouattemptre-use
• Beforere-useblowdrygasthroughthecoolingslitsonthesideofthecameratoremoveanyresidualmoisture
• Usewarmerwaterorreducetheowofwaterwhenyoustartusingthedeviceagain
• CheckDewPoint(refertoSection 1.7.8)