Oxford Instruments Andor Shamrock 500i Quick Start Manual

Shamrock 500i & 750 Quick Start Guide
1

Prepare your Facility

Handle the spectrograph and accessories
with care.
Observe anti-static precautions when
installing the spectrograph, camera and
accessories.
Ensure sufficient clearance around
spectrograph and power supply vents
(Do not block vents when operating on
benchtop).
Operation of the spectrograph close
to intense pulsed sources (e.g. plasma
and X-ray sources) may compromise
performance.
Keep dry, <70% humidity non-condensing.
Use correct power supply and cables.
Operate at a constant temperature between
0°C and 30°C (temperature fluctuation during
operation may result in calibration drift).
Store between -25°C and 50°C.
Please observe the following warning when
lifting the spectrograph:
Refer to the user manual for further information
2

Unpack the Spectrograph

Spectrograph
Power Supply USB 2.0 Cable
Type A to Type
B (3 m)
Shamrock 500i or Please follow these guidelines when unpacking the Shamrock:
750 Spectrograph
1. The Shamrock should be placed in the environment it will be used in for a few hours before
(model as ordered)
adjustment and first use.
2. Environment should be dust free.
3. Spectrograph should be placed on a flat, stable support (e.g. optical table); Shamrock feet
are designed to be secured on an optical table with appropriate screws.
The Shamrock 500i or 750 can be supplied with a range of accessories as specified at the time of ordering. Please
check the supplied items against the packing list to ensure all items are present.
3

Install Software (SDK2 or Solis)

You must have administrator access on your PC to perform this installation.
These instructions cover installation of both Andor Solis and Andor SDK if ordered. A copy of the software is provided
within the spectrograph box. Additionally, the latest software files are available to download on request, please sign
in or create an account at andor.oxinst.com/downloads
Windows: Switch on the PC, run the setup exe from the supplied copy or the downloaded file: e.g. AndorSDK2Setup-
<version>.exe
1. Confirm the version of software (minimum is v2.1.x).
2. Follow the on screen prompts.
3. Select the installation directory when prompted.
4. If prompted for select the required hardware (spectrograph and/or camera) type.
5. On the final window click on "Install". Continue to follow the on screen prompts.
Shamrock will require SDK2 or Solis installation, please see quick start guide for specific
camera model software requirements.
Online access to technical documentation is available at:
Accessories
Camera(s) Documentation Software
(when applicable) scan or visit: (copy supplied)
andor.oxinst.com/
welcome
andor.oxinst.com/downloads
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