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- Page 1 MCLS Series Multi-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Operating Manual...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
General Maintenance ....................... 14 Chapter 8 8.1. Cleaning ........................14 Chapter 9 Specifications ........................15 Mechanical Drawing ......................16 Chapter 10 Declaration of Conformity ....................17 Chapter 11 Regulatory ........................18 Chapter 12 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts ..................19 Chapter 13... -
Page 5: Chapter 1 Warning Symbol Definitions
4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 1: Warning Symbol Definitions Warning Symbol Definitions Chapter 1 Below is a list of warning symbols you may encounter in this manual or on your device. Symbol Description Direct Current Alternating Current Both Direct and Alternating Current Earth Ground Terminal Protective Conductor Terminal Frame or Chassis Terminal... -
Page 6: Chapter 2 Safety
4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 2: Safety Safety Chapter 2 All statements regarding safety of operation and technical data in this instruction manual will only apply when the unit is operated correctly. SHOCK WARNING High voltage inside. To avoid electrical shock, before powering unit, make sure that the protective conductor of the 3-conductor power cord is correctly connected to the protective earth contact of the socket outlet. -
Page 7: Chapter 3 Description
Description Chapter 3 The Thorlabs 4-Channel Fiber Coupled Laser Sources provide easy coupling and simple control of laser diode driven fiber optics. Each system is equipped with up to four fiber output light sources with wavelength available from visible to IR. The laser sources come standard with FC/PC connectors, and each system can be made with single mode fiber or PM fiber and any combination of four lasers. - Page 8 4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 3: Description Each laser diode operates from an independent, high-precision, low-noise, constant-current source and temperature control unit. An intuitive LCD interface allows the user to view and set the parameters for each laser. The user can adjust the laser current and temperature control independently for each output. The display indicates the channel number selected, the output wavelength of the source, the operating power calculated from the laser diode monitor diode (if applicable), and the actual temperature the laser is set to.
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Page 9: Chapter 4 Setup
Setting the AC Line Voltage and Installing Fuses Your MCLS Series Laser Source has been shipped from Thorlabs configured for 100 to 240 VAC operation. There is no line switch adjustment to be made. However it may be necessary to replace an open fuse. To do this you must perform the following procedure. -
Page 10: Chapter 5 Operation
4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 5: Operation Operation Chapter 5 5.1. Front and Back Panel Overview Laser Emission Indicator Control Knob / Switch Indicates the channel is selected. It will blink for 3 Selects channel, adjusts current and temperature. seconds prior to the laser turning on. Digit Display w/ Backlight Display Select Switch Displays channel, output power,... -
Page 11: Turning On The Source
5.2. Turning On the Source • Turn the POWER key switch clockwise. The LCD display will scroll “Thorlabs MCLS” across the screen, followed by the Ch1 information. • Make sure the Interlock Input is short-circuited; see Chapter 6 for detailed instructions. -
Page 12: Turning The Laser Off
4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 5: Operation • Press the knob again to switch to temperature adjustment. The set point temperature will be displayed and will be blinking; for example, 25.00 C. Adjust the control knob to increase or decrease the temperature set point. -
Page 13: Modulating The Laser Output
4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 5: Operation 5.6. Modulating the Laser Output The MOD IN input can be used to modulate the laser output, or set the laser output remotely using a 5 V power source. The 5 V maximum inputs correspond to the maximum calibrated power of each channel, which operate using a constant current drive technique. -
Page 14: Chapter 6 Making The Safety Interlock Connections
Chapter 6 The MCLS series laser sources are equipped with a remote interlock connector located on the rear panel, see Figure 2:. All units have this feature regardless of their FDA and IEC classifications. In order to enable the laser source, a short circuit must be applied across the terminals of the Remote Interlock connector. -
Page 15: Chapter 7 Remote Communications
Card that was included with your unit, or by visiting www.thorlabs.com/manuals to download and install the latest software for the MCLS Series Fiber-Coupled Laser Source. From the dialog box that is displayed, select the Install Drivers button. Follow the onscreen prompts to install the driver. After the driver is installed, attach the MCLS Fiber- Coupled Laser Source to the PC and power it on. -
Page 16: Keywords (Commands And Queries)
4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 7: Remote Communications 7.3. Keywords (Commands and Queries) The following list shows all of the available commands and queries, and summarizes their functions: Command Syntax Description Get Commands List the available commands Get ID Returns the model number and firmware version. Get Channel channel? Returns the active channel. - Page 17 4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 7: Remote Communications In addition to the above commands there is also special functionality added to the arrow keys of the computer’s keyboard. • Up Arrow Key – Increments the current for the active channel by n. •...
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Page 18: Chapter 8 General Maintenance
Allowing dust and dirt into the fiber ports will degrade coupling efficiency and possibly damage the fiber patch cords, both inside and outside. If you suspect this to be true, Thorlabs can clean and inspect the fiber connections, and repair if necessary. -
Page 19: Chapter 9 Specifications
4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 9: Specifications Specifications Chapter 9 General Specifications AC Input 100 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz Input Power 35 VA Max Fuse Ratings 250 mA IEC60127-2/III (250 V, Slow Blow Type ‘T’) Fuse Type Fuse Size 5 mm x 20 mm 12.6"... -
Page 20: Chapter 10 Mechanical Drawing
4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 10: Mechanical Drawing Chapter 10 Mechanical Drawing Figure 3: Mechanical Drawing Page 16 TTN182036-D02... -
Page 21: Chapter 11 Declaration Of Conformity
4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 11: Declaration of Conformity Chapter 11 Declaration of Conformity Rev O, January 24, 2024 Page 17... -
Page 22: Chapter 12 Regulatory
Waste Treatment is Your Own Responsibility If you do not return an “end of life” unit to Thorlabs, you must hand it to a company specialized in waste recovery. Do not dispose of the unit in a litter bin or at a public waste disposal site. -
Page 23: Chapter 13 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 13: Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts Chapter 13 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts For technical support or sales inquiries, please visit us at www.thorlabs.com/contact for our most up-to-date contact information. USA, Canada, and South America UK and Ireland Thorlabs, Inc. - Page 24 www.thorlabs.com...
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