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- Page 1 TLX1 / TLX2 Tunable Laser Sources C-Band / L-Band User Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Maintenance, Repair & Fuses ...................20 Chapter 8 8.1. Maintenance & Repair ....................20 8.2. Replacement Parts ......................20 8.3. Replacing the Main Fuse ....................21 Troubleshooting .........................22 Chapter 9 Declaration of Conformity ....................23 Chapter 10 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts ..................24 Chapter 11... -
Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction
The emission wavelength of the TLX Series of tunable laser sources can be swept over commonly used telecommunication wavelength ranges. The TLX1 emits in the C-band, while the TLX2 emits in the L-band. The optical output has a narrow typical linewidth of 10 kHz, and operation with the frequency dither option stabilizes the laser wavelength. -
Page 5: Front And Rear Panel Overview
TLX Series of Tunable Laser Sources Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3. Front and Rear Panel Overview Label Description Detail Touchscreen display Adjustment knob Key Switch and Indicator Laser Output PM FC/PC VOA Input PM FC/PC VOA Output PM FC/PC Standby Button I/O Port HD DB-15 Option Label... -
Page 6: Chapter 2 Safety
If equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. Only with written consent from Thorlabs may changes to single components be carried out or components not supplied by Thorlabs be used... -
Page 7: Precautions
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits according to IEC 61326-1 for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). Thorlabs is not responsible for any radio television interference caused by modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Thorlabs. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user. -
Page 8: Chapter 3 Quick Start Guide
TLX Series of Tunable Laser Sources Chapter 3: Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide Chapter 3 3.1. Hardware Set-up For first use, plug the main power cable into the rear panel connector, and then plug the other end into an AC wall receptacle. -
Page 9: Controls On The Home Page
Controls on the Home Page The TLX1 can be fully controlled by using the resistive touchscreen display for all functions. You can use a finger or a plastic stylus to make selections on the screen. In addition, the knob on the front panel can be used in place of the on-screen arrow buttons for quickly changing set-point values. -
Page 10: Controls In The Settings
TLX Series of Tunable Laser Sources Chapter 3: Quick Start Guide 3.3. Controls in the Settings Pages The Settings pages all follow the same general design and functionality as shown in the example screenshot below. The upper section with white letters displays the parameters that can be changed. Simply tap on the parameter of interest to highlight it, and the controls for that parameter will be presented. -
Page 11: Chapter 4 Operating Instructions
TLX Series of Tunable Laser Sources Chapter 4: Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Chapter 4 4.1. Laser Settings Page To access the Laser Settings page, tap on the Laser monitors pane on the Home page. Here the user can control the laser wavelength and choose whether or not to use the dither feature (available for transmitters with C-band or L-band lasers only) to stabilize the wavelength. - Page 12 TLX Series of Tunable Laser Sources Chapter 4: Operating Instructions In "STEP 1GHz" mode you can edit the fine-tuning frequency offset in steps of 1 GHz. Note that while these lasers can have their frequency adjusted by increments as small as 1 MHz, the laser’s actual tuning accuracy is not this fine.
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Page 13: Variable Optical Attenuator Settings Page
TLX Series of Tunable Laser Sources Chapter 4: Operating Instructions 4.2. Variable Optical Attenuator Settings Page To get to the Variable Optical Attenuator (VOA) Settings page tap in the VOA monitors pane on the Home page. The VOA provides the means for adjusting and stabilizing either the attenuation or the output power. Note that the power measurement units for the entire interface are set on this page. -
Page 14: Load Page
TLX Series of Tunable Laser Sources Chapter 4: Operating Instructions 4.3. Load Page To get to this page, tap the blue Load button on the Home page. The Load page allows the user to revert back to the factory default settings. Future firmware revisions will have the ability to store and load instrument states defined by the user. -
Page 15: Menu Page
LEDs that emanate from the bottom of the instrument Tap here to find help from Thorlabs Technical Support 4.4.1. Display and Sound Settings Page Path here: Home > Menu > Display & Sounds. Tap any of the fields to reach... - Page 16 TLX Series of Tunable Laser Sources Chapter 4: Operating Instructions 4.4.2. System Information Page Path here: Home > Menu > System Information. The System Information page displays the installed hardware and software versions This is useful information when in need of technical support or to verify firmware revisions 4.4.3.
- Page 17 4.4.4. Thorlabs Help Page Path here: Home > Menu > Thorlabs Help The Thorlabs Help page displays the Tech Support phone number, Thorlabs web site, and the installed hardware and software versions. This information will be useful when speaking with Tech Support.
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Page 18: Chapter 5 Specifications
Chapter 5: Specifications Specifications Chapter 5 All Specifications are at 1550 nm and 25 °C ambient temperature, unless otherwise noted. C-band specifications apply to the model TLX1, and L-band specifications apply to the model TLX2. 5.1. Laser Specifications Parameter Value Unit Typ. -
Page 19: Power And Environmental Specifications
TLX Series of Tunable Laser Sources Chapter 5: Specifications 5.3. Power and Environmental Specifications Parameter Main AC Voltage 100 VAC 250 VAC Power Consumption 60 VA Line Frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz Operating Temperature 10 °C 40 °C Storage Temperature 0 °C 50 °C Relative Humidity... -
Page 20: Chapter 6 Control & Pc Connections
Item # into the search field. The laser’s firmware can be updated by uploading the new version from a PC via the USB port. Thorlabs’ technical support can provide up-to-date information on available firmware revisions and control functions. -
Page 21: The Laser Safety Interlock
GUI. All units shipped from Thorlabs are configured with a shorting device installed in the Interlock connector. If you are not going to use this feature, then leave the shorting device installed. The unit will operate normally as described in the procedures above. -
Page 22: Chapter 7 Mechanical Drawings
TLX Series of Tunable Laser Sources Chapter 7: Mechanical Drawings Mechanical Drawings Chapter 7 Rev C, February 21, 2020 Page 19... -
Page 23: Chapter 8 Maintenance, Repair & Fuses
Fiber end-face cleaner for patch cords The optical connectors on the front panel may be cleaned using a 2.5 mm bulkhead cleaner such as the Thorlabs FBC250. This allows the user to clean the fiber end-face without removing it from the internal bulkhead adapter. -
Page 24: Replacing The Main Fuse
5. Investigate the fuse. This can be done with a simple continuity check. If in doubt, replace the fuse. A spare fuse is stored in the fuse holder. Additional replacement fuses can be purchased from Thorlabs. Always use fuses of the same type as the original. -
Page 25: Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
In case you experience any problems, below are a few checks to help in troubleshooting the problem. If you have any questions, please contact your local Thorlabs Technical Support office. If the unit does not appear to turn on correctly, please check the following items: ... -
Page 26: Chapter 10 Declaration Of Conformity
TLX Series of Tunable Laser Sources Chapter 10: Declaration of Conformity Chapter 10 Declaration of Conformity Rev C, February 21, 2020 Page 23... -
Page 27: Chapter 11 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
Waste treatment is your own responsibility. “End of life” units must be returned to Annex I Thorlabs or handed to a company specializing in waste recovery. Do not dispose of the unit in a litter bin or at a public waste disposal site. - Page 28 www.thorlabs.com...
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