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Sigma Space MiniMPL-532-C Operation Manual

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Mini Micro Pulse LiDAR System
MiniMPL-532-C
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Version: August 2016

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  • Page 1 Mini Micro Pulse LiDAR System MiniMPL-532-C Operations Manual Version: August 2016...
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  • Page 3: Mini Micro Pulse Lidar (Minimpl) System: Record Of Purchase

    Mini Micro Pulse LiDAR (MiniMPL) System: Record of Purchase Thank you for your purchase of the Mini Micro Pulse LiDAR System from Sigma Space Corporation. Please fill in the following system information for your records. This information may be requested by Sigma Space for obtaining service or for performing upgrades.
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    MiniMPL-532-C Operations Manual Table of Contents MINI MICRO PULSE LIDAR (MINIMPL) SYSTEM: RECORD OF PURCHASE ..............3 PRECAUTIONS ................................ 7 Electrical Safety ..............................7 Mechanical, Optical, and Environmental Safety ....................7 Laser Safety ................................7 INTRODUCTION ............................10 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION ........................ 11 Power Requirements at MiniMPL Site ......................
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  • Page 7: Precautions

    E6. The user should review all procedures listed in this Operations Manual. E7. The MiniMPL does not have any user serviceable components. Refer any service requirements directly to Sigma Space or an authorized representative. Mechanical, Optical, and Environmental Safety M1. The MiniMPL is not weatherproof, and must not be exposed to rain or excessive humidity levels above 80%.
  • Page 8 One next to the emission aperture on top of the MiniMPL CAUTION One on the front panel above the LASER RADIATION Sigma Space logo, and one next to the emission aperture on top of Nd: YAG 532 nm the MiniMPL 4µJ @ 2.5 kHz...
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  • Page 10: Introduction

    MiniMPL-532-C Operations Manual 1. Introduction The Mini Micro Pulse LiDAR (MiniMPL) is an elastic backscatter LiDAR developed at Sigma Space Corporation as a portable version of the existing Micro Pulse LiDAR (MPL). The MPL and MiniMPL have both been deployed at a number of locations worldwide for long-term, autonomous aerosol and cloud monitoring.

  • Page 11: Unpacking And Installation

    2. Unpacking and Installation Table 1 shows a packing list of components included with the MiniMPL shipment. Inspect these items for any visible damage upon receiving the instrument and report any discrepancies to Sigma Space as soon as possible. Table 1: MiniMPL Packing List...

  • Page 12: Hardware Setup

    MiniMPL-532-C Operations Manual 3. Hardware Setup This section describes the systematic installation of the MiniMPL system. Figure 2 shows the connectors and controls located on the front and rear panel views of the MiniMPL instrument. Figure 2: MiniMPL Front (Left) and Rear (Right) Panel Views 3.1 MiniMPL Placement...

  • Page 13: Data Acquisition Computer Connections

    MiniMPL-532-C Operations Manual 4. The POWER and KEY SWITCH on the front of the unit should be set to the OFF position. The MAIN POWER switch on the back of the unit should also be set to OFF. 5. Connect the included power cord to the POWER inlet of the MiniMPL unit and to a grounded outlet.

  • Page 14: Real Time Hardware Control

    MiniMPL-532-C Operations Manual Playback mode and other software and data processing features, refer to the SigmaMPL Software Manual. 4.2.1 Real Time Hardware Control 1. From the opening screen of SigmaMPL, press Ctrl+R or select File Real Time Hardware Control (Figure 3).

  • Page 15: System Shutdown

    MiniMPL-532-C Operations Manual The MiniMPL displays signal and other instrument data as shown in Figure 4. For a more detailed explanation, refer to the SigmaMPL Software Manual. Figure 4: SigmaMPL Plot Display 5. System Shutdown The MiniMPL system should be shut down in the following sequence: 1.

  • Page 16: Minimpl Specifications

    MiniMPL-532-C Operations Manual 6. MiniMPL Specifications Table 2: Nominal MiniMPL Specifications Dimensions Size 318 mm x 216 mm x 495 mm (12.52” x 8.50” x 19.49”) Weight 13 kg (29 lbs.) Power Supply AC 110-240V, 50/60 Hz, Power Consumption: 100 W...

  • Page 17: Mini Micro Pulse Lidar System Standard Product Warranty

    (Warranty Period) from the date of shipping. If Sigma Space is notified of any component failure or defects in workmanship or performance of the LiDAR instrument within this warranty period, it will make any necessary repairs and/or replacement of parts with the exceptions listed below.

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