THORLABS PDA015A2 Quick Start Manual

PDA015A2 Silicon Amplified Detector

Safety Information

Before Applying Power: Each PDA015A2 is
supplied with an external ±12 V power supply.
Before connecting the power supply to the
mains make sure that the RED Line Voltage
Switch on the Power Supply Module is set to the
proper voltage range so that it agrees with your
local mains supply voltage. The PDA015A2 should always be powered up using
the power switch on the power supply or the PDA015A2 itself. Hot plugging the
unit is not recommended.
Covers and Service: Do not remove the cover of the PDA015A2. There are no
user serviceable parts in this product. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. Do
not cover the device in order to prevent overheating of the instrument.
Explosive Environments: Do NOT operate this device in explosive environments.
General: All statements regarding safe operation and technical data in the
instruction manual will only apply when the unit is operated correctly.

Operation Precautions

ESD Sensitivity: The components inside the PDA015A2 are ESD sensitive. Take all
appropriate precautions to discharge personnel and equipment before making
any electrical connections to the unit.
Shielded Connections: The PDA015A2 must be operated with proper shielded
connection cables. Attach a 50 Ω BNC-type coaxial cable (i.e. RG-58U) to the
output of the PDA015A2. For best performance, we recommend terminating the
cable with a 50 Ω load at the measurement instrument. If the instrument has a
high impedance input, then adding an external 50 Ω load resistor may be an
option. Do not add an external 50 Ω resistor if the instrument has an internal
50 Ω termination, as the resulting 25 Ω load could damage the output of the
PDA015A2.
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