HSAJET Micron User Manual
HSAJET Micron User Manual
HSAJET Micron User Manual
HSAJET
MICRON
USER GUIDE
By
Torben Dam Jensen
Version: 12-10-2011
HS Systems ApS
2770 Mileparken 16, Skovlunde
Manual Purpose
MICRON QUICK START Getting started with Micron
Table of Content
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................ 4
Operation .................................................................................................................................................... 5
Overview of LEDs and function................................................................................................................. 6
USB Functions .......................................................................................................................................... 8
Load a layout ....................................................................................................................................... 8
Move a layout to another machine ...................................................................................................... 8
Load and save overview ....................................................................................................................... 9
Print operations ......................................................................................................................................10
Print a layout ......................................................................................................................................10
Purge ..................................................................................................................................................10
Reset counters ....................................................................................................................................11
Change cartridge .................................................................................................................................11
Adjust, update and calibrate ...................................................................................................................12
Update time of internal clock ..............................................................................................................12
Adjust start distance ...........................................................................................................................13
Calibrate internal photo cell ................................................................................................................13
Update firmware on controller............................................................................................................14
Connector Wiring Diagrams ........................................................................................................................15
Connector overview ................................................................................................................................15
Fuses ......................................................................................................................................................16
I/O connector .........................................................................................................................................17
Using inputs and outputs ........................................................................................................................20
Encoder port wiring ................................................................................................................................24
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Introduction
Congratulation on your purchase of the HSAJET MICRON. You have one of the easiest to
integrate inkjet controllers available, yet powerful features are available out of the box.
Counter and dates with digits in roman, arab, farsi or user defined characters
Built-in sensor
Separation between design and operation. Nothing in the layout can be destroyed by the
operator.
These features make the MICRON ideal for integration in packaging lines and machines
where simple text / date / counter printing is needed, as a replacement for CIJ machines or
older date stamping equipment.
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Operation
B
[6] Blink = No cartridge and
A: Photocell adjust mode is entered when Low bit indicator of step distance
holding RESET + PURGE for 3 seconds.
START steps through the step values. A
USB CONNECTOR
Insert stick with layout / clock file here
FAT or FAT32 format only
The MICRON provides signals to end users by LEDs. The meaning of LED signals are explained
in the following pages.
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Press again
before timeout
ON 1 second to
confirm reset
At power up (when connecting power cable)
Certain functions are only available while connecting power
Update clock ON ON
file from USB Will try for 2 Will try for 2
seconds to find seconds to find
HOLD
clock file clock file
Update ON ON ON ON ON ON
firmware
HOLD
and
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USB Functions
Load a layout
When turned on the controller will detect if a USB key is inserted, and load a layout if
possible. Otherwise, it will load from internal memory.
Make sure an ink cartridge is inserted and you are not in print mode.
If a correct layout is found, it will be loaded. Green LED [3] will blink slowly while loading.
Once the layout is loaded, the machine will be ready to use. Green LED [3] will become
active and constantly lit.
The job is now stored in internal memory, and the USB stick can be removed. You can start
print with the new layout.
The layout will be remembered even when you turn off the controller.
After LED’s stops blinking move the USB stick to another machine.
It may be possible that start distance should be adjusted on the destination machine.
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For a complete overview of when layouts are stored and where, please refer to the table
below:
Print operations
Print a layout
To start the print function, press the button. The red LED [4] will become constantly lit.
While the print function is on, each activation of the product sensor (internal or external)
will release one print. At the same time, output 1 is active.
To STOP print function, press the button again. You can stop at any time, even within a
print.
Purge
To purge the printer, press the button and hold it as long as needed.
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Reset counters
It is possible to reset counters to their start value. This is useful for counters that do not
automatically reset during print start, example batch counters.
Change cartridge
Change cartridge when you get a low ink alarm or when ink is empty. You may also take
cartridge out to clean it or store for a production stop (prevent dryout)
If you wish to reset ink level, press within 5 seconds. Otherwise it will be assumed that
you inserted the same cartridge, and ink counter will continue from same value.
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Create a clock file on the USB using MicroDraw (press USB+CLOCK icon). File will be
micron.clk
Hold down
Connect power
LEDs [1] AND [2] will light constantly while updating clock
This distance is normally set from design software. Typically it is not necessary to set from
the controller. If you wish to select start distance anyway (for example, if the designer is far
away from you), do the following:
For each sensor signal a vertical line of 10 px is printed at current position, along with a
readout of current value
Hold and for 3 seconds to enter. Leds [5] and [6] will blink.
Press
Press
Insert USB stick with updated firmware files, as per direction. You need
micronfp.frm
and
micronup.frm
Micron will signal firmware load mode with the 2 red LEDs ON.
ALL LEDs will light up after some seconds and will stay ON while loading new firmware.
When ALL LEDs turn OFF the update is done (Led [3] may start blinking).
The following pages contain all recommended ways of connecting external equipment to
your controller.
Please ask if you are in doubt about how to wire connectors. Failure to wire correctly may
damage your controller.
Connector overview
Power, 15 VDC
Encoder
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Fuses
The Micron has 2 fuses, both are located inside the unit.
F1 is for the USB port the type is 0,5A SMD Fast acting.
If there is no reaction at all when you turn on the unit please check these fuses.
You can buy the fuses from HSA or locally, if you choose locally make sure you get the right
fuses, warranty does not cover replacement of burned PCB’s because of wrong fuses.
Part number:
I/O connector
Main function for this connector is to provide the start signal, to begin print. In the same
connector are also additional inputs as well as 2 output signals. It is located in the back of
the printer, as a 9-pin female D-SUB connector.
Input 1 = Print start/stop negative edge trigger toggle function (trigger signal min.
50 mSec.)
If the external sensor is enabled in the layout, you will not get a print without proper wiring
of this connector.
You can use either a simple mechanical switch or a photo cell for the start signal. The I/O
connector can supply 5V and 15V DC for the sensor but you can use any sensor in the 3-33V
range if you connect an external power source.
You can buy an I/O-ENC test box set from HSA which enables you to test:
I/O connector - Input 1, Input 2, Output 1, Output 2, Start signal input, 5V and 12V
on the I/O connector and an adjustable automatically continuous start signal is
available.
Encoder connector - Enc A & Enc B channels, Low ink, 5V and 12V and an
automatically continuous encoder pulse generator is available.
Part number:
PIN MEANING
1 V I/O
5 1 2 5V
3 IN 2 - Purge
4 START
5 GND
9 6 6 IN 1 – Print start/stop
7 15 V
8 OUT 1 - Active low in print mode
9 OUT 2 - Active low on ink low warning
1 VIO Relay
6 IN1 Loop pins 1-2 and connect the switch between pins 4 and 5
2 5V
7 15V N/O contact setup layout to negative edge trigger
3 IN2
8 OUT1 N/C contact setup layout to positive edge trigger
4 STSW
9 OUT2
5 GND
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5V DC Sensor
1 VIO 5 Volt NPN or PUSH/PULL sensor
6 IN1 VCC to pins 1,2
2 5V
PRODUCT 7 15V Signal to pin 4
SENSOR 3 IN2 GND to pin 5
8 OUT1
4 STSW
9 OUT2
5 GND
15V DC Sensor
1 VIO 15 Volt NPN or PUSH/PULL sensor
6 IN1 VCC to pins 1,7
2 5V
PRODUCT 7 15V Signal to pin 4
SENSOR 3 IN2 GND to pin 5
8 OUT1
4 STSW
9 OUT2
5 GND
Warning: Do not connect a relay with a higher voltage than the voltage
already connected to the VIO pin1 you will damage the unit.
Warning: Do not connect a relay with a higher voltage than the voltage
already connected to the VIO pin1 you will damage the unit.
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Warning: Do not connect a relay with a higher voltage than the voltage
already connected to the VIO pin1 you will damage the unit.
Warning: Do not connect a relay with a higher voltage than the voltage
already connected to the VIO pin1 you will damage the unit.
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This connector is where the signals for the encoder are coming in.
The encoder connector can supply 5V and 15V DC for the encoder but you can use any
encoder in the 3-33V range if you connect an external power source.
PIN MEANING
1 V ENC
5 1 2 5V
3 Not used
4 EncB
5 GND
6 Not used
9 6 7 15 V
8 Not used
9 /EncB
5V DC Encoder
1 VENC 5V DC NPN or PUSH/PULL
6 N/C VCC to pins 1, 2
2 5V
7 15V Signal to pin 4
3 N/C GND to pin 5
8 N/C
4 EncB
9 #EncB
5 GND
1 VENC 5V DC PNP
6 N/C VCC to pins 1, 2
2 5V
7 15V Signal to pin 9
3 N/C GND to pin 5
8 N/C
4 EncB
9 #EncB
5 GND
15V DC Encoder
1 VENC 15V DC NPN or PUSH/PULL
6 N/C VCC to pins 1, 7
2 5V
7 15V Signal to pin 4
3 N/C GND to pin 5
8 N/C
4 EncB
9 #EncB
5 GND
Support
EC Declaration of conformity
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Support contact
Manufacturer: