Spark Marathon 3 Installation Procedure
3.2 Spark Marathon setup - Communication
The Spark Marathon autosampler has to be set in the SERIAL MODE in
order to function correctly with its Clarity Control module. In addition, the
ID of the Spark Marathon autosampler must be the same that will be later
set in Clarity. To set the autosampler to the SERIAL MODE and find out or
change the autosampler ID, perform the following steps:
lPress the Fkey on the Spark Marathon autosampler keyboard, and then
the 4key to enter the SERIAL MODE.
lPress the Prog/End button to set the device identifier ID.
3.2.1 Connections
lFor the start synchronization with LC the Start output must be connected
with Clarity Starting cable IN.
Fig 3: Wiring of an autosampler with AS Control module
lDo not connect the digital output cable OUTnR.
lThe starting cable INn must be connected.
Note: Clarity standard cable (along with further details on wiring) is described
in the Clarity Getting Started manual.
lThe Spark Marathon autosampler accessories include the Start marker
cable (15 pin Sub D connector to 2 free leads). Connect the leads on this
cable to leads on the Clarity Starting cable INx cable extension.
lConsult the user manual for Spark Marathon autosamplers for details about
wiring and connectors on the device.
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