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- Page 1 Operation Manual Thorlabs Instrumentation Optical Power Meter System PM30-120, PM30-121, PM30-122 PM30-130, PM30-132 PM30-140, PM30-144 2006...
- Page 2 Version: 1.22 M0009-510-404 Date: 12.05.2006 © Copyright 2005, Thorlabs...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Photodiode adapter 2.4 Remote Control 2.5 Technical Data 2.5.1 PM30 Display Unit 2.5.2 S120B / S121B Silicon Sensor (PM30-120 / PM30-121) 2.5.3 S122B Germanium Sensor (PM30-122) 2.5.4 S130A / S132B Slim Sensor (PM30-130 / PM30-132) 2.5.5 S140A / S144A Integrating Sphere Sensor (PM30-140 / PM30-144) 23 Calibration and Warranty 3.1 Calibration... - Page 4 Therefore, please let us know about possible criticism or ideas. We and our international partners are looking forward to hearing from you. Thorlabs Attention This manual contains “WARNINGS” and “ATTENTION” label in this form, to indicate danger for persons or possible damage of equip- ment.
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Page 5: Safety
Operate the power meter only within the specified voltage range Do not apply voltage outside the specified range of the input connec- tions Do not operate the power meter if there are suspected failures. Refer damaged units to qualified Thorlabs service personnel PM30 / page 1... - Page 6 2.1 Parts List – Accessories Attention This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commer- cial environment.
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Page 7: Description
2.1 Parts List – Accessories 2 Description The Thorlabs PM30 Power Meter system is an easy to use, flexible optical power measurement system with optical sensor. Its mechanical analog needle display features best readability and real time response for fast laser tuning. The additional digital display allows accurate power readings and a convenient system setup. - Page 8 When unpacking the PM30 system the first time, please check if all items are present and in good condition. If any items are missing or damaged please advise Thorlabs immediately for issuing a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) for this instrument.
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Page 9: Operating Elements
2.2 Operating Elements 2.2 Operating Elements 2.2.1 Front Panel Analog Meter LC Display The Arrow indicates that the 3-division scale is used Control Switch Main Switch Figure 1 PM30 Front Panel Analog Meter Shows the measured power level on the scale that corresponds to the selected power range. -
Page 10: Top Panel
Output Jack Figure 2 PM30 Top Panel DB9 Sensor Jack All Thorlabs S1xxX series optical detectors and the PM30 photodiode adapter can be plugged to this connector. Analog Output The SMA connector outputs a voltage from 0.0 to 1.0V corresponding to the selected power range. -
Page 11: Bottom Panel
2.2 Operating Elements 2.2.3 Bottom Panel Service Push Button Serial Interface Connector Figure 3 PM30 Bottom Panel DB9 RS232 Interface Operates the meter in remote control via serial interface with a fixed baudrate of 9600 bit/s Program button Enables Software Updates via the serial interface 2.2.4 Rear Panel Meter Zero Adjust Is used to adjust the mechanical offset of the meter to zero. -
Page 12: Operating Instruction
Attach the right adapter depending on local power requirements to the power supply, adapters for US, Europe and UK are provided with the instrument. If the adapter is lost, contact Thorlabs for replacement. When the charger is plugged a filled battery sign in the LC display indicates that the charger works in “full-charge”... -
Page 13: Setting The Operating Wavelength
2.3 Operating Instruction automatically switch of for battery saving. To power up the unit again the rotary switch has to be put to the OFF position and then back to one operating position, the unit will continue measuring with the set conditions prior to shut-off. To manually shut down the PM30 turn the main switch to the OFF position. -
Page 14: Relative Measurement
2.3 Operating Instruction 2.3.6 Relative Measurement This feature can be used either for backlight subtraction or performing a relative measurement. Turn the unit into the ∆-position. Click the control button to subtract the current reading. The digital display shows the subtracted power reading, the analog needle goes to zero. -
Page 15: Remote Control
1mA/W to 99999 mA/W. The default responsivity value is 1000 mA/W, so the power reading will correspond directly to a current reading in A. Refer to www.thorlabs.com for directly connectable anode grounded photodiodes from the type SM05PD and SM1PD and for suitable SMA connection cables. - Page 16 2.4 Remote Control the ‘>L’ emulation code (see below) or by disconnecting the cable connection (DSR/DTR circuit). IEEE488.2 Common Commands: Command Description *IDN? Identification query. (IEEE488.2-1992-§10.14) *TST? Self test query. (IEEE488.2-1992-§10.38) *OPC Operation complete command. (IEEE488.2-1992-§10.18) *OPC? Operation complete query. (IEEE488.2-1992-§10.19) *WAI Wait command.
- Page 17 2.4 Remote Control :RANGE? Query the measurement range. Set the measurement range. :RANGE Query the currently used zero offset [W]. :OFFSET? Set the zero offset value [W]. :OFFSET Query the optical sensor’s type. :SENS:TYPE? Query the optical sensor’s name. :SENS:NAME? Query the optical sensor’s serial number.
- Page 18 2.4 Remote Control Set Wavelength Command Command syntax: :WAVELENGTH <DECIMAL NUMERIC PROGRAM DATA> Prerequisite: There must be a calibrated sensor connected. Description: Set the wavelength [m] to use for calculating the sensitivity. The resolution is 1.0nm. Note: The wavelength range depends on the connected sensor. Photo Diode Responsivity Query Command syntax: :PDRESP?
- Page 19 2.4 Remote Control Measurement Range Query Command syntax: :RANGE? currently used measurement range <NR1 Response syntax: NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> Prerequisite: None Description: Queries the measurement range. For details see ‘Set Measusement Range’. Set Measurement Range Syntax: :RANGE <DECIMAL NUMERIC PROGRAM DATA> Prerequisite: There must be a sensor/adaptor connected.
- Page 20 2.4 Remote Control Set Zero Offset Command Command syntax: :OFFSET <DECIMAL NUMERIC PROGRAM DATA> Prerequisite: None Description: Sets the zero offset value [W]. Note: The maximum settable value is the fullscale value of the selected measurement range. Setting the zero offset value may also switch the selected measurement range.
- Page 21 2.4 Remote Control Optical Sensor Serial Number Query Command syntax: :SENS:SERNR? sensor’s serial number <STRING RESPONSE DATA> Response syntax: Prerequisite: None Description: Queries the serial number of the connected optical sensor. Note: If there is no sensor connected an error will be placed into the device’s error queue.
- Page 22 2.4 Remote Control Optical Sensor Range Query Command Syntax :SENS:RANGE? Minimum wavelength [m] <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> , Response syntax: Maximum wavelength [m] <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> , Minimum power [W] <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> , Maximum power [W] <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> Prerequisite: None Description:...
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Page 23: Technical Data
2.5 Technical Data 2.5 Technical Data (All technical data are valid at 23 ± 5°C and 45 ±15% humidity) 2.5.1 PM30 Display Unit General Dimensions (H x W x D) 120 x 112 x 45 mm³ 135 x 143 x 45 mm³ with stand (4.7”... -
Page 24: S120B / S121B Silicon Sensor (Pm30-120 / Pm30-121)
2.5 Technical Data 2.5.2 S120B / S121B Silicon Sensor (PM30-120 / PM30-121) Mechanical Drawing: Specifications: Spectral range: 400 – 1100nm Sensor: Silicon Sensor size: 10mm x 10mm sq. (0.39” x 0.39”) ∅ 9.5mm (0.374”) Input aperture: Distance to ND filter: 2.6mm (0.1”) -
Page 25: S122B Germanium Sensor (Pm30-122)
2.5 Technical Data 2.5.3 S122B Germanium Sensor (PM30-122) Mechanical Drawing: Specifications: Spectral range: 700 – 1800nm Sensor: Germanium Sensor size: 10mm x 10mm sq. (0.39” x 0.39”) ∅ 9.5mm (0.374”) Input aperture: Distance to ND filter: 2.6mm (0.10”) Distance to detector: 5.6mm (0.22”) Aperture thread 1.035-40 Outer Thread (SM1 compatible) -
Page 26: S130A / S132B Slim Sensor (Pm30-130 / Pm30-132)
2.5 Technical Data 2.5.4 S130A / S132B Slim Sensor (PM30-130 / PM30-132) Mechanical Drawing: Specifications: S130A S132A Spectral range: 400 – 1100nm 700 – 1800nm Sensor: Silicon Germanium Sensor size: 10mm x 10mm sq. (0.39” x 0.39”) ∅ 9.5mm (0.374”) Input aperture: Distance to ND filter: 3.3mm (0.12”) -
Page 27: S140A / S144A Integrating Sphere Sensor (Pm30-140 / Pm30-144)
2.5 Technical Data 2.5.5 S140A / S144A Integrating Sphere Sensor (PM30-140 / PM30-144) Mechanical Drawing: Specifications: S140A S144A Spectral range: 400 – 1100nm 800 – 1700nm Sensor: Silicon InGaAs Measurement Principle: Integrating Sphere ∅ 1mm Sensor size: ∅ 5mm (0.20”) Input aperture: Optical power range 1µW –... -
Page 28: Calibration And Warranty
Thorlabs will service and recalibrate the power meter and sensor head for a nominal fee. Please contact Thorlabs customer service to make the appropriate arrange- ments. 3.2 Warranty Thorlabs warrants material and production of the PM30 power meter system for a period of 24 months starting with the date of shipment. - Page 29 Further claims will not be consented to and will not be acknowledged. Thorlabs does explicitly not warrant the usability or the economical use for certain cases of application.
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Page 30: Service And Maintenance
4.1 General Care 4 Service and maintenance Attention Do not try to open the power supply! Dangerous or even lethal voltages inside. 4.1 General Care Protect the PM30 from adverse weather conditions. The PM30 is not water resistant. Attention To avoid damage to the PM30, do not expose it to spray, liquids or solvents! PM30 / page 26... -
Page 31: Cleaning
4.4 Repair The power meter system does not contain any components to be repaired by the user. If any disturbances in function should occur, please contact Thorlabs prior to sending the respective unit to Thorlabs Germany for repair. -
Page 32: Certifications And Compliances
4.5 Certifications and Compliances 4.5 Certifications and Compliances Category Standards or description EC Declaration Meets intent of Directive 89/336/EEC for Electromagnetic Compatibility. of Conformity - Compliance to the following specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities is given: EN 61326 EMC requirements for Class A electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use,... -
Page 33: Thorlabs "End Of Life" Policy (Weee)
4.6.1 Waste treatment on your own responsibility If you do not return an “end of life” unit to Thorlabs, you must hand it to a company specialized in waste recovery. Do not dispose of the unit in a litter bin or at a public waste disposal site. -
Page 34: Ecological Background
4.6 Thorlabs “End of Life” policy (WEEE) 4.6.2 Ecological background It is well known that WEEE pollutes the environment by releasing toxic products during decomposition. The aim of the European RoHS directive is to reduce the content of toxic substances in electronic products in the future. -
Page 35: Addresses
Thorlabs Inc. 435 Route 206 Newton, NJ 07860 Phone: 973-579-7227 Fax: 973-383-8406 Email: sales@thorlabs.com Internet: http://www.thorlabs.com Thorlabs Japan Inc. 435 Route 206 Newton, NJ 07860 Phone: +81-3-5977-8401 Fax: +81-3-5977-8402 Email: sales@thorlabs.com Internet: http://www.thorlabs.jp Our company is also represented by several distributors and sales offices throughout the world.
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