General Information; Safety - THORLABS PM100USB Operation Manual

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The PM100USB Hand-held Optical Power and Energy Meter is designed to
measure the optical power of laser light or other monochromatic or near mono-
chromatic light sources.
The space-saving, battery powered design and compatibility to all Thorlabs "C
Series" Photodiode and Thermal sensors, and custom Photodiode and Thermal
detectors, featured with a fast USB device interface open a wide range of applica-
tions in Manufacturing, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and R&D for station-
ary and field use.
The provided software, including drivers and applications for LabVIEW and C
makes it easy to integrate the instrument in test and measurement systems.
The unit can be recharged with the supplied AC adapter or via USB connection to
a PC or laptop.

1.1 Safety

Attention
The safety of any system incorporating the equipment is the responsibility
of the assembler of the system.
All statements regarding safety of operation and technical data in this in-
struction manual will only apply when the unit is operated correctly as it
was designed for.
The PM100USB must not be operated in explosion endangered environ-
ments!
Do not obstruct the air ventilation slots in the housing!
Do not remove covers!
Do not open the cabinet. There are no parts serviceable by the operator in-
side!
This precision device is only serviceable if properly packed into the com-
plete original packaging including the plastic foam sleeves. If necessary,
ask for replacement packaging.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel!
Only with written consent from Thorlabs may changes to single compon-
ents be made or components not supplied by Thorlabs be used.
All modules including control inputs / outputs and the sensor must be con-
nected with duly shielded connection cables.
Attention
The following statement applies to the products covered in this manual, un-
less otherwise specified herein. The statement for other products will ap-
pear in the accompanying documentation.
© 2017 Thorlabs
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