Device Connectors

The following connectors are provided on the device:

Electrical connectors on the right side of the detector
Figure: Electrical connectors on the right side of the detector

No.

Description

1

Rating plate, indicating the serial number, part number, module name, revision number (if any), line and fuse rating, and the manufacturer's address

2

Main power switch (on/off control)

3

Fuse holder

4

Power-inlet connector

5

System Interlink port

Allows power on/off control for the detector from the Vanquish system base and device communication and synchronization between the detector and other modules in the Vanquish system.

For example, the interconnection between autosampler and detector automatically enables direct synchronization of sample inject and data acquisition start in the detector. As a result, the synchronization improves the retention time reproducibility.

6

Digital I/O ports (Dig I/O )

Allow exchange of digital signals with external instruments

Each digital I/O port provides one input and one relay output. For connection and pin assignment information, see Digital I/O.

7

USB hub ("A"-type connector)

Allows connection to other modules in the Vanquish system

8

USB (Universal Serial Bus) port ("B" type connector)

Allows connection to other modules in the Vanquish system or the computer on which the data management system is installed, such as the Chromeleon software

TIP

Thermo Fisher Scientific recommends using the USB ports only as described above. If the USB ports are used for any other purpose, Thermo Fisher Scientific cannot ensure proper functionality.

Follow these steps

NOTICE

  • Never use defective communication cables. If you suspect that a cable is defective, replace the cable.
  • To ensure trouble-free operation, use only the cables provided by Thermo Fisher Scientific for connecting the device.
  1. Place the device in the system as required by the system configuration. For details, refer to the Vanquish System Operating Manual.

  2. Connect the required interface cables to the device. For information about how to connect the device to other modules in the Vanquish system or to the chromatography data system computer, refer to the Vanquish System Operating Manual.

  3. Connect the power cord (see Connecting the Power Cord).