THORLABS PM20 Series Operation Manual

THORLABS PM20 Series Operation Manual

Fiber optic power meter

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Fiber Optic Power Meter
PM20 Series
Operation Manual
2020

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  • Page 1 Fiber Optic Power Meter PM20 Series Operation Manual 2020...
  • Page 2 Version: Date: 09-Mar-2020 Doc Log: M0009-510-606 Copyright © 2020 Thorlabs...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.1 Operating Elements 2.2 Fiber Connection 2.3 Battery Charging 3 Maintenance and Calibration 4 Appendix 4.1 Technical Data 4.2 Certifications and Compliances 4.3 Manufacturer Address 4.4 Warranty 4.5 Copyright and Exclusion of Liability 4.6 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

    1 General Information 1 General Information The Thorlabs PM20 Fiber-optic Power Meters is an easy to use, robust and flex- ible fiber-optic power measurement system with built-in optical sensor. The PM20 Power Meters feature NIST traceable wavelength calibration over the specified wavelength range.
  • Page 6 Thorlabs is not responsible for any radio television interference caused by modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of con- necting cables and equipment other than those specified by Thorlabs.
  • Page 7: Ordering Codes And Accessories

    Inspect the shipping container for damage. If the shipping container seems to be damaged, keep it until you have inspected the contents and you have inspected the PM20 Series mechanically and electric- ally. Verify that you have received the following items within the package: 1.
  • Page 8: Operating Instruction

    2.1 Operating Elements The 8 digit LC Display allows precise 3 digit logarithmic and 4 digit linear power readings along with units and additional system information. Figure 1: PM20 Series Front Panel Operating Keys Power The power button switches the instrument on and off. After powering up the wavelength set value is displayed for 2 seconds.
  • Page 9 Keep an arrow button pressed or toggle it to set a new wavelength. After releasing the up or down button, the display automatically jumps back to the power reading and the new wavelength is stored and also present after a new power up. © 2020 Thorlabs...
  • Page 10: Fiber Connection

    Fibers with connectors of most available industry standards can be connected to the optical input on top of the PM20 Series. The unit comes with a FC adapter. The threaded fiber adapters are easily changeable; please refer to our website (https://www.thorlabs.com/newgrouppage9.cfm?objectgroup_id=906) for the com-...
  • Page 11: Battery Charging

    To charge the battery, plug-in the 12 V DC power supply PMPS that is delivered with the instrument. The batteries will recharge within 3 hours. The PM20 Series has a built-in NiMH rechargeable battery for an operation up to 50hrs. When the batteries need recharging, a “LOW BATT” warning appears in the display.
  • Page 12: Maintenance And Calibration

    Line Voltage The PMPS power supply of the PM20 Series operates at line voltages of 100 V to 240 V ± 10% and line frequencies of 50 and 60Hz. Prior to starting operation check that your local supply corresponds to this line voltage range.
  • Page 13: Appendix

    In: 90 to 264 V AC, 50 - 60 Hz; Out: 12 V DC @ 0.85 A Safety CE Compliant ) non-condensing All technical data are valid at 23 ± 5°C and 45 ± 15% rel. humidity (non condensing) © 2020 Thorlabs...
  • Page 14: Certifications And Compliances

    PM20 Series 4.2 Certifications and Compliances © 2020 Thorlabs...
  • Page 15: Manufacturer Address

    4.3 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 16: Warranty

    PM20 Series 4.4 Warranty Thorlabs warrants material and production of the PM20 Series for a period of 24 months start- ing 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 17: 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.

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