Chapter 3 Quick Start Guide - THORLABS GSL Series User Manual

GSL Series Gain-Switched Lasers
Chapter 3 Quick Start Guide
1. Connect the power supply cable to the laser head and then plug the power supply into mains power.
2. Make sure the interlock pin is in place at this time. An external interlock circuit can be added later for
more convenient integration of the interlock safety feature.
3. Connect the patch cable with FC/APC connector to the laser output mating sleeve.
4. Put laser safety goggles on if your situation requires them.
5. Turn the power switch on using the key switch.
6. The multicolored status LED indicator (red/green/amber) will blink until the laser temperature has
stabilized. Initial warm up can take 30 - 60 seconds. The multicolored laser emission LED (red/blue) will
then glow continuously when the laser output is enabled. Note that there is a four second delay between
the time the emission indicator glows solid and laser output is enabled.
Note: For repetition rate setting "A" and "B" there will be no optical output unless the laser is triggered.
Emission LED
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GSL Series Laser with Fiber Patch Cable Connected to Output
Chapter 3: Quick Start Guide
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