Cary Eclipse

Hardware

Operation manual

Installation Category II
Pollution Degree 2
Safety Class I (EN61010-1)

85 101758 00
May 2000
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Varian offices
Varian has offices in most countries. The major offices for optical
spectroscopy products are listed below:
Varian Australia Pty Ltd (Manufacturing site)
679 Springvale Road
Mulgrave, Victoria 3170
Australia
International telephone: + 61 3 9560 7133
International fax: + 61 3 9560 7950
Varian Instruments
2700 Mitchell Dr.
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 USA
Phone:1 800 926 3000
International telephone: +1.925.939.2400
International fax:+1.925.945.2102
Varian Chrompack Benelux, Analytical Instruments
Boerhaaveplein 7,
4624 VT, Bergen op Zoom
International telephone: +31 0164 282800
International Fax: +31 0164 282828
Internet
The Varian Internet home page can be found at:
http://www.varianinc.com
Varian Australia Pty Ltd is the owner of copyright on this document
and any associated software. Under law, the written permission of
Varian Australia Pty Ltd must be obtained before either the
documentation or the software is copied, reproduced, translated or
converted to electronic or other machine-readable form, in whole,
or in part.
First published 1999 in Australia, Reprinted May 2000. Comments
about this manual should be directed to the Marketing
Communications Manager, Varian Australia at the address above
or by Email to [email protected].
Varian Australia is ISO9001 certified.
© 1999 Varian Australia Pty Ltd (A.C.N. 004 559 540)
All rights reserved

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Declaration of Conformity
We hereby declare that the equipment listed below complies with the requirements of:

The Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC (93/68/EEC)

The EMC Directive 89/336/EEC (92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC)

Applicable Standards
LVD BS EN 61010-1:1993
EMC BS EN61326:1998 BS EN 55022:1998 BS EN 61000-3-2:1995
BS EN 61000-3-3:1995 BS EN 61000-4-2:1995 BS EN 61000-4-3:1997
BS EN 61000-4-4:1995 BS EN 61000-4-5:1995 BS EN 61000-4-6:1996
BS EN 61000-4-11:1994
Equipment Model Number Cary Eclipse Fluorescence Spectrophotometer
Authorized Representative in the EU
Print Name: H.S. ten Haave Company Name Varian Chrompack
International BV
Address Herculesweg 8,
4330 EA Middelburg
Signed:
The Netherlands
Position: Managing Director Telephone +31 (0) 118 671 000
Date: 1 May 2000 Facsimile +31 (0) 118 633 118
Manufacturer
Print Name: Gregory Davis Company Name Varian Australia Pty Ltd
Address 679 Springvale Road
Mulgrave Victoria
Signed: 3170 Australia
Position: Managing Director Telephone +61 (0) 3 9560 7133
Date: 1 October 1999 Facsimile +61 (0) 3 9560 7950

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Table of Contents

Safety practices and hazards vii

1 Introduction 1-1
1.1 Installation requirements 1-1
1.2 Cary Eclipse documentation 1-1
1.3 Specifications 1-2
1.3.1 Power 1-2
1.3.2 Environmental 1-3
1.3.3 Weights and dimensions 1-4
1.3.4 Fuses 1-4
2 Installation 2-1
2.1 Single Cell holder 2-2
2.1.1 Installation 2-2
2.1.2 Alignment 2-4
2.1.3 Other sample holders 2-4
2.2 Nitrogen purging 2-5
2.2.1 Nitrogen purging system—Cary Eclipse 2-5
3 Maintenance 3-1
3.1 Cleaning 3-1
3.2 Lamp module 3-2
3.2.1 Lamp module replacement 3-2
3.2.2 Aligning the lamp module 3-5
3.3 Fuses 3-8
3.3.1 Replacing a fuse 3-8
3.3.2 Checking a fuse 3-9
4 Troubleshooting 4-1
4.1 Installing a Cary Eclipse under Windows NT 4-1
4.1.1 Installing the Varian IEEE-488 (ISA) card
drivers NT 4-2

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4.1.2 Troubleshooting for the Varian IEEE-488

(ISA) card NT 4-2
4.1.3 Installing the National Instruments IEEE-488
(PCI) card drivers NT 4-3
4.1.4 Troubleshooting for the National Instruments
IEEE-488 (PCI) card NT 4-4
4.1.5 Access denied 4-8
4.1.6 Start button replaced with Connect button 4-9
4.2 Installing a Cary Eclipse under Windows 98 4-10
4.2.1 Installing the Varian IEEE-488 (ISA) card
drivers Windows 98 4-10
4.2.2 Troubleshooting - Varian IEEE-488 (ISA) card
drivers Windows 98 4-11
4.2.3 Installing the National Instruments IEEE-488
(PCI) card drivers Windows 98 4-14
4.2.4 Troubleshooting - National Instruments
IEEE-488 (PCI) card Windows 98 4-14
4.3 Instrument performance testing 4-18
4.4 Un-installing the OSI GPIB driver (All cards) 4-19
4.5 Un-installing the software 4-20
5 Spare parts 5-1

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Safety practices and

hazards

Your Varian Cary Eclipse instrument and accessories have been

carefully designed so that when used properly you have an
accurate, fast, flexible and safe analytical system.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
Information on safety practices appears throughout the
documentation (both hard copy and on-line) provided with your
instrument and accessories. Before using the instrument or
accessories, you must thoroughly read these safety practices.
Observe all relevant safety practices at all times.

Lamp module
The lamp is enclosed in a self-contained module. This module
contains components operating at high voltages. To avoid electric
shock, NEVER disassemble the module.
When operating, the lamp module emits high intensity visible and
UV radiation that can cause serious damage to eyes. To avoid eye
damage, never operate the lamp outside the instrument.

Ultraviolet radiation
Hazardous UV radiation is emitted by the Xe flash lamp in the
instrument. This radiation can cause serious damage to eyes.
NEVER look directly at the UV source lamp. ALWAYS wear safety
glasses manufactured to an approved standard and which are
certified or otherwise warranted to protect the eyes from UV
radiation when the lamp is operating and the sample compartment
is open.

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Electrical hazards
The Cary Eclipse system and some accessories contain electrical
circuits, devices, and components operating at dangerous
voltages. Contact with these circuits, devices and components can
cause death, serious injury, or painful electrical shock.
Panels or covers which are retained by screws on the
spectrophotometer and accessories and carry a warning may be
opened ONLY by Varian-trained, Varian-qualified, or Varian-
approved customer service representatives (CSRs). Consult the
manuals or product labels supplied with your PC, monitor and
printer/plotter to determine which parts are operator-accessible.
Good grounding is essential to avoid a potentially serious electric
shock hazard. Ensure that there is an integral ground connection
between the metal base of the spectrophotometer and accessories
and the three pin earth-grounded receptacle. Consult the manuals
or product labels supplied with your PC, monitor and printer/plotter
for their grounding requirements.
Note that the safety classification is given as Class 1
(EN 61010-1).
Application of the wrong supply voltage can create a fire hazard
and a potentially serious shock hazard, and could seriously
damage the Cary Eclipse system, accessories and any attached
ancillary equipment.
Do not connect the Cary Eclipse, your PC, monitor, printer/plotter
or accessories to the mains power supply until you have made
sure that they are correctly set for the mains power supply in the
specific outlet in your laboratory to which the equipment will be
connected. Consult the manuals supplied with your PC, monitor
and printer/plotter for their specific voltage requirements.
Replace blown fuses with fuses of the size and rating as stipulated
in the text adjacent to the fuse holder or in the manuals where
listed.
Replace or repair faulty or frayed insulation on power cords.

Panels, covers and modules

You are permitted to remove the top colored cover to
1 Replace the lamp module.
2 Adjust the lamp module.

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Any other panels or covers, which are retained by screws on the

spectrophotometer and accessories, may be opened ONLY by
Varian-trained, Varian-qualified, or Varian-approved service
engineers. Consult the manuals or product labels supplied with
your PC, monitor and printer/plotter to determine which parts are
operator-accessible.
Operators and other unauthorized personnel are permitted access
ONLY to the lamp module and the sample compartment of the
Cary Eclipse. ALWAYS switch off the instrument and disconnect
the mains cord before changing a lamp module.

Other precautions
The lamp module operates at a high temperature, and touching it
may result in burns. Before replacing a lamp module that has been
operating, switch off the Cary Eclipse and ensure that the lamp
module has cooled, or protect your fingers from burns.
Do not block the ventilation grills on the spectrophotometer and
accessories. Consult the manuals supplied with your PC, monitor
and printer/plotter for their specific ventilation requirements.
Use of the Cary Eclipse system and accessories may involve
materials, solvents and solutions, which are flammable, corrosive,
toxic or otherwise hazardous.
Careless, improper, or unskilled use of such materials, solvents
and solutions can create explosion hazards, fire hazards, toxicity
and other hazards which can result in death, serious personal
injury, and damage to equipment and property.
ALWAYS ensure that laboratory safety practices governing the
use, handling and disposal of such materials are strictly observed.
These safety practices should include the wearing of appropriate
safety clothing and safety glasses.

Warnings and Cautions

Other specific warnings and cautions appear in this manual and in
the on-line help where appropriate, and will detail the specific
hazard, describe how to avoid it, and specify the possible
consequences of not heeding the warning or caution.

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Warning
A ‘Warning’ message appears in the manual or on the product
when failure to observe instructions or precautions could result
in death or injury. Symbols depicting the nature of the specific
hazard are also placed alongside warnings.

Caution
A ‘Caution’ message is used when failure to observe
instructions could result in damage to equipment (Varian
supplied and/or associated equipment).

A ‘Note’ is used to give advice or information.

Read all warnings and cautions carefully and observe them at all
times.
A triangular symbol indicates a warning. The meanings of the
symbols that may appear alongside warnings in the documentation
or on the instrument are as follows:

Electrical shock Eye hazard Noxious gases

Hot surfaces and Fire hazard Sharp edge

cryogenic temperatures

Corrosive liquids Moving part Heavy Weight

(danger to feet)

Heavy weight Part can be ejected

(danger to hands)

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The following symbol may be used on warning labels attached to

the instrument. When you see this symbol, you must refer to the
relevant operation or service manual for the correct procedure
referred to by that warning label.

Color coding
The indicator light (LED) appearing on the Cary Eclipse instrument
been color coded to represent the status of the instrument.
steady green normal / standby
flashing green scanning / reading
steady orange start up
flashing orange a problem – may require servicing
steady yellow firmware initialization

Information symbols
Mains power on
I
Mains power off
0
Fuse
Single phase alternating current
When attached to the rear of the product, indicates that the
product complies with the requirements of one or more EU
Directives

Focus

Horizontal movement
↔
Vertical movement
↕

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When attached to the rear of the product, this symbol

indicates that the product has been certified (evaluated) to
CAN/CSA –C22.2 No 1010.1-92 and UL3101-1.

Indicates high voltage Xenon flash lamp present

Xe

Federal Communications Commission advisory

The following is a Federal Communications Commission advisory:
Caution
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and if not installed and operated in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause interference to radio
communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part
15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference when operated in a
commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area may cause interference in which case the user at
his or her own expense will be required to take whatever measures
may be required to correct the interference.

CE Compliant Products
Cary Eclipse instruments have been designed to comply with the
requirements of the Electro-magnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive
and the Low Voltage (electrical safety) Directive (commonly
referred to as the LVD) of the European Union.
Varian has confirmed that each product complies with the relevant
Directives by testing a prototype against the prescribed EN
(European Norm) standards.
Proof that a product complies with the Directives is indicated by:-
❑ the CE Marking appearing on the rear of the product
❑ the documentation package that accompanies the product
containing a copy of the Declaration of Conformity. This
Declaration is the legal declaration by Varian that the product
complies with the Directives, and also shows the EN standards to
which the product was tested to demonstrate compliance.
It is also signed by Varian's Authorized Representative in the EU,
and by the representative of the manufacturing plant.
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1 Introduction

1.1 Installation requirements

Prior to receiving your instrument, you will have been provided with
a Cary Eclipse Pre-installation manual (85-101740-00), which
describes the environmental and operating requirements of the
Cary Eclipse system. You must prepare your laboratory according
to these instructions before the Cary Eclipse can be installed. You
should keep the Pre-installation manual for future reference. If you
have misplaced your copy, you can obtain a replacement from your
local Varian office or from the Varian website at
http://www.varaininc.com.

1.2 Cary Eclipse documentation

You have been provided with the following documentation to help
you set up and operate your Cary Eclipse system:

❑ This operation manual, with Safety practices and hazards

information, instructions for installing and maintaining the
components of the Cary Eclipse, and troubleshooting
information

❑ Cary Eclipse software manual, with instructions for installing

the Cary Eclipse software, an overview of the software and
software related troubleshooting information

❑ Extensive on-line Help (provided with the Cary Eclipse

software) containing context-sensitive help, step-by-step
instructions for frequently performed analyses and instructions
for using any accessories you ordered.

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Conventions
The following conventions have been used throughout the
documentation:

❑ Italics indicate menu items, menu options and field names

(e.g. select Copy from the Edit menu).

❑ Keyboard and mouse commands have been typed in bold

(e.g. press the F2 key).

❑ Single quotes (‘ ’) indicate a selection you can make from

several choices, such as radio buttons and checkboxes.

❑ Double quotes (“ ”) are used to signify the pushbuttons

appearing throughout the software (e.g. select “OK”).

❑ ALL CAPITALS indicates text you must type in from the

keyboard (e.g. type SETUP at the prompt).

1.3 Specifications
Your Cary Eclipse instrument is designed for indoor use. It is
suitable for the categories stated on the front of this manual.

1.3.1 Power
Voltage

Cary Eclipse 85-264 VAC ±10%

Frequency 50 to 60 Hz ±1 Hz
Consumption
Cary Eclipse 180 VA (approx)

Mains inlet coupler:

3/2 A 120/250 VAC 50-60Hz IEC type

Connections
Mains power cord
Australia 10A 250VAC Complies with AS3112
USA 10A 125VAC Complies with NEMA 5-15P
Europe 6A 250VAC Complies with CEE7 sheet vii or
NFC61.303VA

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Front
Accessory connection
25-pin D-range connector
(low voltage DC/AC and digital/analogue lines)

Rear
IEEE 488 (GPIB Cary Eclipse system connection)

Sample Compartment
9-pin D-range connector (low voltage AC/DC)
15-pin D-range connector (low voltage AC/DC)
25-pin D-range connector (low voltage AC/DC)

Fuses
T3.15AH 250V (5x20 mm) IEC127 Sheet 5
✒ Note For safety reasons, any other internal fuse or circuit breaker is not
operator accessible, and should be replaced only by Varian
authorized personnel.
Fuse information on the rear of the instrument is the most up to
date.

1.3.2 Environmental
Condition Altitude Temp Humidity (%RH)
t (°C) non-condensing
Non-operating 0-2133 m 5-45 20-80
(transport) (0-7000')
Operating but not 0-2000 m 5-31 ≤80
necessarily meeting (0-6562') 31-40 ≤{80-3.33(t-31)}
performance
specifications
Operating within 0-853 m 10-35 8-80
performance (0-2800')
specifications
853-2133 m 10-25 8-80
(2800-7000')
For optimum analytical performance it is recommended that the
ambient temperature of the laboratory be between 20-25 °C and be
held constant to within ±2 °C throughout the entire working day.

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1.3.3 Weights and dimensions

Weight
Packed 54 kg (119 lb)
Unpacked 31 kg (68 lb)

Dimensions (W x D x H)
Packed 820 x 760 x 560 mm (32 x 30 x 22 in)
Unpacked 600 x 610 x 280 mm (24 x 24 x 11 in)

Nitrogen Supply
70 KPa (10 psi)

1.3.4 Fuses
Fuse T3.15AH250V
✒ Note For safety reasons, any other internal fuse or circuit breaker is not
operator accessible, and should be replaced only by Varian
authorized personnel.
Fuse information on the rear of the instrument is the most up to
date.

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2 Installation

The Cary Eclipse must only be installed by a Varian-trained or

Varian-authorized representative.

Warning
The Cary Eclipse weighs over 30 kg. To avoid injury to
personnel or damage to equipment, always use two or more
people when lifting or carrying the instrument. NEVER attempt
to lift the instrument alone.

Following the instructions in the Pre-Installation Guide you should

have:

❑ Unpacked the fluorescence spectrophotometer and placed it

on the intended workbench

❑ Unpacked the PC and placed it on the intended workbench

❑ Installed the operating system software on the PC.

This chapter describes how to install the sample holders used with
the Cary Eclipse. Instructions for installing/replacing the lamp
module are included in the next chapter.

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2.1 Single Cell holder

A Single Cell holder is supplied as standard with the Cary Eclipse.
Follow the instructions below to install and align it.

2.1.1 Installation
To install the single cell holder

Cary Eclipse showing the sample compartment lid (1) and front panel (2)

1. Slide back the sample compartment lid (1), lift up and remove
the front panel (2) and check that the sample compartment is
empty.
2. Position the cell holder base on the locating pins.
3. Lock the cell base by turning the lever to the right.
4. Place the single cell holder on the cell holder base so that the
cell lifter is at the rear of the sample compartment.

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Cell holder base (left) and Single cell Holder

1. Locating holes 4. Cell holder thumbscrew
2. Cell holder locking arm 5. Pitch adjustment screw
3. Cell lifter and height adjuster

5. Secure the cell holder by tightening the spring-loaded

thumbscrew (4).

For Cuvette Height Adjustment

1. Turning the cell lifter (3) in a clockwise direction will raise the
cuvette.
2. Turning the cell lifter (3) in an anti-clockwise direction will lower
the cuvette platform.

✒ Note To lower the cuvette you will have to push the cuvette down
because of the tension created by the single cell holder.

For Cuvette Pitch Adjustment

1. Turning the pitch adjustment screw (5) in a clockwise direction
will raise the front of the cell holder.
2. Turning the pitch adjustment screw (5) in an anti-clockwise
direction will lower the front of the cell holder.

✒ Note The pitch adjustment screw requires a 2.5 mm hex key.

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2.1.2 Alignment
To align the Single cell holder (containing a microcell)
1. Start the Align application by pressing the ‘Start’ button in the
Windows Taskbar and selecting Programs > Cary Eclipse >
Align.
2. Select the Cary Eclipse tab.
3. Place a fluorescent sample (eg. anthracene) in a microcell and
adjust the excitation and emission wavelengths to get a signal.
4. Press ‘Apply’. (The wavelengths should change and the green
power indicator on the instrument should continue flashing to
indicate that the instrument is active.)
5. Place a small piece of white paper in the light path to the right
of the cell (use a wavelength of 540 nm). If the beam appears
as though it will strike the cell aperture, move the paper to the
left of the cell and check that the beam is passing through the
cell. (If the beam does not appear as though it will pass
through the cell, adjust the height of the cell as described in
2.1.1.).
6. Using the hexagonal ball driver (2.5 mm), adjust the Microcell
Holder adjustment screw (item 5 in picture above) and note the
intensity of the light striking the paper. Continue to adjust the
adjustment screw until the beam hitting the paper appears the
most intense.
✒ Note You may need to dim the room lights to see the light beam.

2.1.3 Other sample holders

Other sample holders are available for use with the Cary Eclipse.
Instructions for their use are included in the on-line help provided
with the Cary Eclipse software. Refer to the Cary Eclipse software
manual (part number 85 101759 00) for details on using the on-line
help.

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2.2 Nitrogen purging

2.2.1 Nitrogen purging system—Cary Eclipse
The nitrogen purging system is NOT supplied by Varian, but the
following items are available from appropriate commercial
suppliers:

1. Nitrogen
Liquid nitrogen (in conjunction with a heat exchanger) is
recommended because it is less expensive than compressed
nitrogen and is usually of better quality. If compressed nitrogen
must be used, the gas must be dry, oil-free and uncontaminated.
Never use compressed nitrogen from a supplier who uses oil or
water in the compression process. Such processes invariably leave
fine particles of oil suspended in the nitrogen, which will form an
oily deposit on optical surfaces. Use nitrogen from a supplier who
fills containers from immersion pumps lubricated with liquid
nitrogen.
✒ Note The instrument warranty will be void if damage is caused by the
use of unsatisfactory nitrogen.

2. Pressure regulator and gauge

Operating pressure is from 70 kPa (10 psi). Always use an
appropriate regulator and gauge to ensure that the nitrogen supply
is consistently maintained at the correct pressure.

3. Supply tubing
Use clean, flexible plastic tubing 6 mm (1/4 inch) inside diameter
(Tygon PVC or equivalent). Never use rubber tubing because it
may be treated internally with talc, which can be blown into the
optical system.

4. Gas manifold
A gas manifold should be fitted with an inlet suitable for connection
to the nitrogen supply system and an outlet suitable for connection
to the spectrophotometer.

5. Flowmeter
A flowmeter (complete with control valves) should be inserted in
the system between the nitrogen supply system and the
spectrophotometer. The flowmeter should be capable of monitoring
flow rates between 0 and 30 litres per minute (64 cubic feet per
hour).
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3 Maintenance

This chapter includes the maintenance procedures for the Cary

Eclipse that may be carried out by an operator. Any maintenance
procedures not specifically mentioned in this chapter should be
carried out only by Varian-trained, Varian-qualified or Varian-
authorized customer service representative.

Warning
This instrument contains an intense light source. Viewing of
the light source either directly or via a reflecting surface will
cause eye damage. Operators and other unauthorized
personnel must NEVER remove the black cover over the
optics.

✒ Note This section refers only to maintenance procedures for the Cary
Eclipse fluorescence spectrophotometer. You should refer to your
PC and printer manuals for their maintenance procedures, and to
the Cary Eclipse on-line help for the maintenance procedures for
any Cary Eclipse accessories you ordered.

3.1 Cleaning
Any spills in the sample compartment should be wiped up
immediately.
The exterior surfaces of the Cary Eclipse spectrophotometer
should be kept clean. All cleaning should be done with a soft cloth.
If necessary, this cloth can be dampened with water or a mild
detergent. Do not use organic solvents or abrasive cleaning
agents.

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3.2 Lamp module

This section describes how to replace the lamp module and re-
align the light beam. Before changing the lamp module, ALWAYS
disconnect the Cary Eclipse from the mains supply.
✒ Note These instructions are also provided on-line with the Cary Eclipse
software, together with video to demonstrate the procedure. Refer
to the Cary Eclipse software manual (publication number 85
101759 00) for details on using the on-line help.

3.2.1 Lamp module replacement

Warning
When operating, the lamp module emits high intensity light
which can damage eyes. To avoid eye damage, never operate
the lamp module outside the instrument.
The lamp module contains components operating at high
voltages. To avoid electric shock, NEVER disassemble the
lamp module.

To remove the lamp module

1. Disconnect the Cary Eclipse from the mains power supply.

2. Undo the four clips, two on either side of the instrument and
the clip at the front of the instrument under the circular plug
(five clips in total) on the Cary Eclipse cover.

1. Clips on the side of the Cary Eclipse

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1. Front clip
2. Circular plug

3. Lift the cover off.

4. Facing the front of the Eclipse - turn the instrument onto its
right side to give access to the base.

1. Four thumb screws

5. On the base of the instrument, undo and remove the four

thumb screws of the lamp module cover (as shown in the
figure above).

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1. Three lamp module bolts

2. Lamp module plug

6. Loosen the three bolts marked with a black dot (labeled 1 in

the figure above), until the lamp module is free to move,
through the front opening.
7. Move the lamp module towards the front of the instrument to
disengage two guide pins at the rear.

8. Partially withdraw the module through the opening in the base.

9. Squeeze the clip on the plug (labeled 2 in the figure above)

and remove it from its socket

10. Withdraw the lamp module completely

Warning
When operating, the lamp module emits high intensity light
which can damage eyes. To avoid eye damage, never operate
the lamp module outside the instrument.
The lamp module contains components operating at high
voltages. To avoid electric shock, NEVER disassemble the
lamp module.

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To install the lamp module

1. Plug the connector of the new lamp module into the socket in
the instrument.

2. Fit the lamp module in the base of the Cary Eclipse, ensuring
that the two guide pins are correctly located and that the wiring
is kept clear of the other parts of the instrument.

3. Tighten the three bolts through the front panel.

4. Replace the lamp module cover and tighten the four

thumbscrews.

5. Return the instrument to its upright position

6. Replace the instrument cover.

7. Replace the power cable at the rear.

8. Turn the PC and the instrument on.

✒ Note After replacing the lamp module you must align the lamp module.

3.2.2 Aligning the lamp module

For optimum performance of the instrument, the lamp module must
be aligned.

To align the lamp module

✒ Note The instrument power must be on for the alignment procedure.

1. Start the Align application by pressing the ‘Start’ button in the

Windows Taskbar and selecting Programs > Cary Eclipse >
Align.
2. Remove the panel in the front of the top colored cover to
access the lamp alignment screws.
3. In the Align application, select the Cary Eclipse tab and setup
the instrument parameters as follows:

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Ex. Wavelength (nm) 540

Ex. Slit (nm) 1.5
Ave. time (s) 0.1
PMT Voltage Medium

✒ Note Emission parameters are not important for this procedure.

4. Select the Graph Tab.

5. View the reference signal by pressing the Reference Signal
button on the toolbar.

6. Click on the vertical rescale button to find the signal range.

7. Click on the scale button and enter an upper limit that is

20% higher than the current signal and a lower limit that is 20%
lower than the current signal. This will make the adjustment
easier when observing the graph.
8. Adjust the bottom left screw (vertical adjustment) for maximum
signal with the 5.5 mm hex driver supplied (you may need to
adjust the y-axis scaling on the screen).

✒ Note The brass adjustment screws for vertical and horizontal adjustment
are clearly marked.

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1. Vertical adjustment screw

2. Horizontal adjustment screw

9. Adjust the top right screw (horizontal adjustment) for maximum

signal with the 5.5 mm hex driver supplied (you may need to
adjust the y-axis scaling).

1. Maximum signal level

10. Select the Lamp Tab.

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11. Click on the 'Save conditions' button to store instrument

parameters.

✒ Note Clicking on the Save conditions button will store the current
instrument parameters as well as the maximum reading.

12. In the Validation application, run the “Max Sig/Noise” test. This
should pass if the lamp is aligned correctly.

3.3 Fuses
The Cary Eclipse spectrophotometer contains two fuses that are
located at the back of the instrument.

3.3.1 Replacing a fuse

To replace a fuse:
1. Disconnect the Cary Eclipse instrument from the power
supply.
2. Replace the blown fuse with one of the same type and rating,
as indicated in Chapter 5.
The fuses have a code marked on the cap (for example, T
3.15AH250V). This refers to the fuse characteristic (‘T’: time lag,
‘F’: fast acting), the current rating (‘x’: amperes), the braking
capacity (‘H’: heavy, ‘L’: low) and the voltage rating (‘y’: volts).

✒ Note: Fuse information on the rear of the instrument is the most up to

date.

Warning
To prevent reduced safety protection or unwanted fusing,
ALWAYS ensure that the code on the fuse cap matches the
information printed next to the fuse holers.

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3.3.2 Checking a fuse

To check a fuse:
1. Disconnect the Cary Eclipse instrument from the mains power
supply.
2. Prise up the hinged cap and pull out the fuse holder (lower red
section). Both fuses are held in this fuse holder.
3. Check that each fuse is the correct type and that they are not
damaged. If necessary, replace the fuse (refer to
section 3.3.1).
4. Place the fuses into the red fuse holder and push this red fuse
holder into the main fuse holder and then lower the cap.
5. Reconnect the Cary Eclipse instrument to the mains power
supply and turn the instrument on.

✒ Note: If a fuse blows repeatedly, it may indicate other problems with the
Cary Eclipse instrument.

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4 Troubleshooting

This chapter contains troubleshooting information to help you solve

various problems you may encounter when setting up or using your
Cary Eclipse hardware.

4.1 Installing a Cary Eclipse under Windows NT

Windows NT 4 is not Plug and Play. However it will report

initialization failures of device drivers loaded during NT startup.
Make sure that you have completed all the following steps for an
installation of the Cary Eclipse under Windows NT.
‰ Install Windows NT 4.01 or an NT foreign language version.
‰ Install Service pack 4 or greater
‰ Install Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 4.0 or later
‰ Shut down Windows NT
‰ Restart the PC
‰ Ensure that all devices within the system have drivers installed
and that the devices are operational. eg. Sound cards produce
sound, SCSI cards allow access to drives. If another hardware
device is installed the device drivers should be installed prior to
installation of the software

✒ Note Some PC’s have hardware built into the motherboard (eg. Sound
cards, Network adapters (NIC) etc. If you wish to use devices other
than those available on the mother board you must disable the
motherboard devices in the system BIOS (consult your PC
documentation). This will free the device resources (ie. IRQ and I/O
address space).
‰ Install the Cary Eclipse software.
‰ Install the National Instruments PCI / Varian IEEE (ISA) Card.
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‰ Restart Windows NT
‰ Log on with Administrator rights and privileges. If you are
unable to log on with administration rights, installation of
hardware device drivers and associated registry entries will not
be completed. You will see the following warning during the
Cary Eclipse software installation. Speak to your system
administrator about your access rights or have him/her install
the Cary Eclipse software for you.

‰ Install the software

4.1.1 Installing the Varian IEEE-488 (ISA) card drivers NT

Manual installation of the IEEE-488 drivers is not required (it is
carried out automatically at software installation), however the
PC must be shut down after the installation of the software so
that the new settings will take effect.

4.1.2 Troubleshooting for the Varian IEEE-488 (ISA) card NT

‰ Check the HDD directories for the following files:

C:\winnt\system32
OSIGPIB.dll
C:\winnt\system32\drivers
OSIGPIB.sys

‰ Check that the Varian IEEE (ISA) GPIB Device has started
correctly.
Select Start » Settings » Control Panel and double-click on the
Devices icon.

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4.1.3 Installing the National Instruments IEEE-488 (PCI) card drivers NT

✒ Note The National Instruments PCI card is also referred to as the Cary
Eclipse GPIB card.
In Windows NT4 systems the PCI-GPIB card needs to be
configured before it can be used.
1. After the PCI-GPIB card has been installed, start the PC and
login.
2. Select Start » Settings » Control Panel and double-click on the
GPIB icon.
3. The GPIB Configuration Utility displays a list of all the GPIB
boards and device names.

4. Select GPIB0.
5. Click on the Board Type button and select PCI-GPIB from the
list that appears.

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6. Click on the OK button.

7. Click on the Configure button to bring up the PCI-GPIB
Configuration dialog box.
8. In the Serial Number drop-down list, select the serial number.

9. Click on the OK button.

In the GPIB Configuration dialog box, click on the OK button to
save your changes and exit the utility.

4.1.4 Troubleshooting for the National Instruments IEEE-488 (PCI) card

NT
Check that the National Instruments IEEE driver is installed
correctly (if applicable)
‰ Check the HDD directories for the following files:
C:\windows\system32
OSIGPIB.dll
GPIB.dll
C:\winnt\system32\drivers
GPIBPCI.sys

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GPIBCLSB.sys
GPIBCLSD.sys
‰ Check that the National Instruments GPIB Device has
started correctly.
Select Start » Settings » Control Panel.
Double-click on the Devices icon.

4.1.4.1 WinNT Event Viewer (All cards)

If the GPIB Devices did not start correctly, windows NT will bring
up the following window.

Windows NT will also provide a detailed description for each fault

detected.
To view this detail, do the following:
1. Open the Event Viewer

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2. Check the Events that had problems

3. Double click on the fault (marked in red)

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‰ Fault description of PCI card not starting

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‰ Fault description of ISA card not starting. This generally means

that the device driver loaded but there was no response from
the Cary Eclipse instrument. This indicates that the Cary
Eclipse interface hardware is not responding.
‰ Ensure that the Cary Eclipse GPIB card is installed correctly
and that the interconnecting cable between the instrument and
the PC is secure.
‰ It may indicate that the OSIGPIB device driver was not copied
to the correct directory.
The correct directory is –
WinNT \ System32 \ osigpib.dll
It is possible you do not have access rights to the installation
drive. Logon with administration rights and perform the Cary
Eclipse installation again.

4.1.5 Access denied

Problem
During the installation of the software, you may see the following
message:

Solution
You must be logged on with administrator rights to install the
software. Click on the Windows NT Start button, select Shutdown
and then Close all programs and log on as a different user. When
prompted, log on as an Administrator or ask your NT Administrator
to log on for you. Start the installation process again.

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4.1.6 Start button replaced with Connect button

Problem
I have a ‘Connect’ button instead of a ‘Start’ button. What does this
mean?
Answer
Only one Cary Eclipse application can communicate with the
instrument at a time. When you turn the PC on the System
information application initializes the Cary Eclipse and checks that
it is working correctly. If you start another application, e.g. Scan
before this initialization has finished the application will have a
‘Connect’ button instead of a ‘Start’ button. Just wait for the status
line at the bottom of the application to display ‘idle’ and then click
on the Connect button and it will change to a Start button.
Problem
The Connect button will not change to Start.
Answer
If the Cary Eclipse software cannot locate the Varian GPIB card
then the Connect button will not change to Start. This is due to
either:
• A memory address conflict with the Varian GPIB card and
another card in the PC.
• An IRQ conflict with another card
• An I/O address conflict with another card.
Under Windows NT the best way to fix the problem is to:
1. Remove as many other cards from the PC as possible e.g.
sound or network card, de-installing their drivers as well.
2. De-install the Cary Eclipse driver (refer to 4.4)
3. Re-boot the PC.
4. Re-install the Cary Eclipse software.
5. Check that the PC is now communicating with the Cary Eclipse
instrument (the Connect button should change to Start when
you click on it).
6. Re-install the other cards, specifying another IRQ and/or
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may have to purchase different cards, which allow more

flexibility in changing the IRQ and/or memory address.

4.2 Installing a Cary Eclipse under Windows 98

Make sure that you have completed all the following steps for an
installation of the Cary Eclipse under Windows 98.
‰ Install Windows 98 or a 98 foreign language version.
‰ Install Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 4.0 or later
‰ Shut down Windows 98
‰ Restart the PC
‰ Ensure that all devices within the system have drivers installed
and that the devices are operational. eg. Sound cards produce
sound, SCSI cards allow access to drives. If another hardware
device is installed the device drivers should be installed prior to
installation of the software

✒ Note Some PC’s have hardware built into the motherboard (eg. Sound
cards, Network adapters (NIC) etc. If you wish to use devices other
than those available on the mother board you must disable the
motherboard devices in the system BIOS (consult your PC
documentation). This will free the device resources (ie. IRQ and I/O
address space).
‰ Install the Cary Eclipse software.
‰ Install the National Instruments PCI / Varian IEEE (ISA) Card.
‰ Restart Windows 98

4.2.1 Installing the Varian IEEE-488 (ISA) card drivers Windows 98

1. Insert the Cary software CD. Select the Exit button.

2. Select Start/Settings/Control panel.
3. Select Add New Hardware.
4. Click Next.
5. Click Next.
6. Select 'No, the device isn't in the list'. Click Next.

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7. Select 'No, I want to select the hardware from a list'. Click

Next.
8. Select 'Other devices'. Press Next.
9. Click on Have Disk button.
10. Enter your CD-ROM drive letter (e.g.'D') and press OK. Follow
the instructions on the screen to complete the process. When
you are prompted to restart the computer, select 'No'.
11. From the Control Panel, double click on the System icon. From
the System Properties dialog, select the Device Manager tab
and double click on the Other Devices item. Highlight
VarianOSIGpib and select the Properties button.
12. From the Properties dialog select the Resources tab. Enable
the 'Use automatic settings' check box (if not already checked)
and select OK.
13. Select OK to exit Control Panel and restart your computer so
that the new settings will take effect.

4.2.2 Troubleshooting - Varian IEEE-488 (ISA) card drivers Windows 98

‰ Check the HDD directories for the following files
C:\windows\system
OSIGPIB.dll
OSIGPIB.vxd

‰ Check that the Varian IEEE (ISA) Properties are set correctly
Select Start » Settings » Control Panel.
Double-click on the System icon.
Select Device Manager tab

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‰ Open the Varian GPIB Properties and check that they are set
correctly. Double click on the Other Devices.
Double click on the Varian GPIB Card icon.

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‰ Check the status of the device.

‰ Click on the Driver tab then on Driver File Details…

‰ Check that the Driver File Details page matches the one above,
then click OK.

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‰ Click on the Resources tab and check there are no conflicts.

4.2.3 Installing the National Instruments IEEE-488 (PCI) card drivers

Windows 98
✒ Note The National Instruments PCI card is also referred to as the Cary
Eclipse GPIB card.
Manual installation of the IEEE-488 drivers is not required (it is
carried out automatically at software installation), however the PC
must be shut down after the installation of the software so that the
new settings will take effect.

4.2.4 Troubleshooting - National Instruments IEEE-488 (PCI) card

Windows 98
‰ Check the system directories for the following files
C:\windows\system
OSIGPIB.dll
OSIGPIB.vxd
GPIB.dll

‰ Check that the driver has been installed correctly. Select Start »

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Settings » Control Panel. Double-click on the Add/Remove icon.

‰ Check that the PCI-GPIB Properties are set correctly.

Select Start » Settings » Control Panel.
Double-click on the System icon.
Select Device Manager tab.

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‰ Open the PCI-GPIB Properties and check that they are set
correctly. Double click on the National Instruments GPIB interfaces.
Double click on the PCI-GPIB icon.

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‰ Check the device is working properly.

‰ Check that the settings match as above.

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‰ Make sure that the ‘Use automatic settings’ check box is checked.

4.3 Instrument performance testing

Problem
The results of your instrument performance tests do not meet
specifications (the results obtained during factory testing are
included in the packing crate with the instrument).
Solution
Check the following:

❑ The sample compartment is empty.

❑ The cable connecting the instrument to the PC is correctly

connected and the retaining screws are tightened.

❑ The lamp is pulsing during initialization. This is indicated if the

green power indicator on the front of the instrument flashes
(you should be able to hear the lamp and you should also be
able to hear the monchromator and the filter wheel moving). If
the lamp is not pulsing you may have a hardware conflict.

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❑ The lamp is correctly aligned (refer to Chapter 3 for

instructions on aligning the lamp).

Warning
When operating, the lamp module emits high intensity light
which can damage eyes. To avoid eye damage, never operate
the lamp module outside the instrument.
The lamp module contains components operating at high
voltages. To avoid electric shock, NEVER disassemble the
lamp module.

4.4 Un-installing the OSI GPIB driver (All cards)

Windows NT
1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, Devices.

2. Use the scroll bar to locate the OSIGPIB device and click on it.
3. Click Startup.

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4. Select Disabled then click OK.

5. Click Close.
6. You now need to to restart the PC. To do so, click Start, select
Shutdown and then Restart the computer. Click OK and wait
for the PC to restart. The OSIGPIB driver will be disabled
when the PC restarts.
Windows 98
1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, System.
2. On the Device Manager tab click on the + icon next to Other
devices.
3. Click on OSIGPIB and then click on Remove.
4. You should now restart the PC.

4.5 Un-installing the software

1. Click the Windows Start button.
2. Select Settings, Control panel, Add/Remove programs.
3. Scroll the list on the Install/uninstall tab until you find Varian
Cary Eclipse .
4. Click Add/Remove and then Yes. Follow the instructions on the
screen.
✒ Note You may be prompted during the uninstall to remove certain
drivers/files. Click ‘No’ to these prompts as other programs may
rely on these files to run.
5. You should also repeat the process for the Cary Eclipse help &
Videos.

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5 Spare parts

The following spare parts are available for use with your Cary
Eclipse instrument. Always use Varian-supplied spare parts, unless
otherwise indicated.

1. Sample compartment lid

2. Sample compartment front panel

Xenon Lamp module 01 106660 90

Varian IEEE ISA Card 02 101274 90
NI IEEE PC card 02 101688 00
Fuse T3.15AH250V 19 100107 00
Cary Eclipse IEEE cable 59 100438 00
Mains Cable (Australia) 59 100515 00
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Mains Cable (US) 59 100520 00

Mains Cable (Europe) 59 100521 00
3M Disposable Grounding Wrist Strap 79 100313 00

Ordering details for other Cary Eclipse accessories are available in

the Parts and Supplies catalog included on-line with the Cary
Eclipse software.

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