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- Page 1 Photodiode Amplifier PDA200C Operation Manual 2020...
- Page 2 Version: Date: 12-May-2020 Copyright © 2020 Thorlabs...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
4.1 Line Voltage Setting 4.2 Replacing Mains Fuses 4.3 Troubleshooting 5 Appendix 5.1 Technical Data 5.2 Safety 5.3 Environmental Conditions 5.4 Manufacturer Address 5.5 Declaration of Conformity 5.6 Warranty 5.7 Exclusion of Liability and Copyright 5.8 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts and WEEE Policy... -
Page 4: Foreword
Paragraphs preceded by this symbol explain hazards that could damage the instrument and the connected equipment or may cause loss of data. Note This manual also contains "NOTES" and "HINTS" written in this form. Please read this advice carefully! © 2020 Thorlabs... -
Page 5: General Information
· low noise amplification of photodiode current · simple optical power meter The PDA200C is easy to operate via the operating elements on the front panel. The operating parameters are shown on an illuminated 5-digit LED display. Either PD-current, optical power or bias voltage can be displayed. -
Page 6: Getting Started
1 power cord, connector according to ordering country 1 Quick Reference 2.2 Preparation Prior to operating a PDA200C controller, check if the set line voltage matches with your local power supply and if the appropriate fuses are inserted. See sections Line Voltage Setting Replacing the Mains Fuses Connect the unit to the power line using the supplied cable. -
Page 7: Operating Instruction
Select the parameter to be displayed Key Range ”Down” Select the measurement range (increasing the sensitivity) Key Range “Up” Select the measurement range (decreasing the sensitivity) OFFSET Potentiometer for PD input offset adjustment PD INPUT Photodiode input © 2020 Thorlabs... - Page 8 4 mm banana jack for grounding Selector switch for the photodiode bias voltage: CG (-) / OFF / AG (+) Serial number of the unit Indicator / switch for line voltage (included in fuse holder) Mains connector and fuse holder © 2020 Thorlabs...
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Page 9: Operation
3 Operating Instruction 3.2 Operation Attention Prior to switch on the PDA200C please check if the line voltage setting (see the indicated voltage in the fuse holder's window ) corresponds to your mains voltage! If the selected voltage does not match, please set it correctly as described in section “Line Voltage Setting... -
Page 10: Calibration Of The Power Display
This calibration is valid for all current ranges of the PDA200C. 3.2.4 Setting a BIAS Voltage The PDA200C provides the possibility to apply a reverse voltage of up to ±10 V (bias) to the photodiode (photo-conductive mode). · Set the bias switch ) to “OFF”... -
Page 11: Analog Control Output
· Press the key “Down” (F15). Now the beeper state is displayed: · “Sd.On” - Sound ON · “Sd.OFF” - Sound OFF To change the beeper state, hold the key “UP” pressed and toggle the beeper state by pressing "DOWN" key. © 2020 Thorlabs... -
Page 12: Maintenance And Service
PDA200C 4 Maintenance and Service Protect the PDA200C from adverse weather conditions. The PDA200C is not water resistant. Attention To avoid damage to the instrument, do not expose it to spray, liquids or solvents! The unit does not need a regular maintenance by the user. It does not contain any modules and/or components that could be repaired by the user himself. -
Page 13: Replacing Mains Fuses
To avoid risk of fire only the appropriate fuses for the corresponding line voltage must be used. 1. Turn off the PDA200C and disconnect the mains cable. 2. The fuse holder (R7) is located below the 3-pole power connector of the mains jack (R6). Release the fuse holder by pressing its plastic retainers using a small screwdriver. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
PDA200C in order to receive the RMA (Return Material Authorization) instructions accordingly. If you don’t find the error source by means of the trouble shooting list please contact Thorlabs for advise and/or return instructions. © 2020 Thorlabs... -
Page 15: Appendix
146 x 66 x 290 mm³ Dimensions (WxHxD), with operating elem. 146 x 77 x 320 mm³ Weight <3 kg ) non-condensing All technical data are valid at 23 ± 5°C and 45 ± 15% rel. humidity (non condensing) © 2020 Thorlabs... - Page 16 100 pA ± 0.05 % f.s. 5 kHz 1 x 10 V/A ±5% 100 nA 10 pA ± 0.1 % f.s. 1 kHz 1 x 10 V/A ±5% ) Small signal 3dB bandwidth of the control output © 2020 Thorlabs...
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Page 17: Safety
Thorlabs be used. Attention Prior to applying power to the PDA200C, make sure that the protective conductor of the 3 con- ductor mains power cord is correctly connected to the protective earth ground contact of the... -
Page 18: Environmental Conditions
PDA200C Users that change or modify the product described in this manual in a way not expressly ap- proved by Thorlabs (party responsible for compliance) could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Thorlabs GmbH 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 GmbH. -
Page 19: Manufacturer Address
5.4 Manufacturer Address Manufacturer Address Europe EU-Importer Address Thorlabs GmbH Thorlabs GmbH Münchner Weg 1 Münchner Weg 1 D-85232 Bergkirchen D-85232 Bergkirchen Germany Germany Tel: +49-8131-5956-0 Tel: +49-8131-5956-0 Fax: +49-8131-5956-99 Fax: +49-8131-5956-99 www.thorlabs.de www.thorlabs.de Email: europe@thorlabs.com Email: europe@thorlabs.com © 2020 Thorlabs... -
Page 20: Declaration Of Conformity
PDA200C 5.5 Declaration of Conformity This product was tested for and complies with the following standards: · CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1-04 · ANSI/UL 61010-1-2004 © 2020 Thorlabs... -
Page 21: Warranty
Thorlabs warrants material and production of the PDA200C for a period of 24 months starting with the date of shipment. During this warranty period Thorlabs will see to defaults by repair or by exchange if these are entitled to warranty. -
Page 22: Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts And Weee Policy
Contact Thorlabs for more information. Waste treat- ment is your own responsibility. “End of life” units must be returned to 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 23 www.thorlabs.com...
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