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TWL-4-B-MIC User's Manual
Four Channel C Band Narrow Linewidth Tunable Laser Benchtop
CAUTION –
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
THE USER MUST READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE PRODUCT.
OPERATIONS OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT.
Note that any attempt to open or fix the equipment without prior approval
by Optilab, LLC voids the warranty.
Ver. 1.1
Sept 2021

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  • Page 1 OPERATIONS OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT. Note that any attempt to open or fix the equipment without prior approval by Optilab, LLC voids the warranty. Ver. 1.1 Sept 2021...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2021 by Optilab, LLC All rights reserved. This document is copyrighted property of Optilab, LLC. It may not be used in whole or in part for manufacture, sale, or design of items without the written permission of Optilab, LLC.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TWL-4-B-MIC User’s Manual Page iii of iii Table of Contents General Information __________________________________________________ 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ________________________________________________ 1 Introduction ____________________________________________________________ 1 Product Overview ________________________________________________________ 1 Features ________________________________________________________________ 1 Operation ___________________________________________________________ 2 Introduction ____________________________________________________________ 2 Initial Inspection _________________________________________________________ 2 Function Diagram ________________________________________________________ 2...

  • Page 4: General Information

    This manual contains information on the operation of the TWL-4-B-MIC unit. 1.3 Product Overview The Optilab TWL-4-B-MIC is a 4 channel C band narrow linewidth tunable laser benchtop. The laser unit contains four external cavity laser diodes each driven by its low noise laser driver. The TWL-4-B-MIC provides up to 20 mW CW optical power in the 1528 nm - 1565 nm wavelength region for each channel.

  • Page 5: Operation

    2.2 Initial Inspection Your TWL-4-B-MIC benchtop was carefully inspected before it left the manufacturer. It should be in proper working order upon receipt. You should, however, inspect the unit for any damage that may have occurred in transit.

  • Page 6: Panel Control Interface

    TWL-4-B-MIC User’s Manual Page 3 of 11 2.4 Panel Control Interface TWL-4-B-MIC Front Panel TWL-4-B-MIC Real Panel Feature Function ①Touch LCD Screen This LCD display and control the system setting and status. Refer to Sec. 2.6 for operation instruction. ②Optical Outputs Four channel Optical output ports.

  • Page 7: Turn On And Off Operation Instructions

    TWL-4-B-MIC User’s Manual Page 4 of 11 2.5 Turn On and OFF Operation Instructions CAUTION! Read and follow the SAFETY PRECAUTIONS in this manual before operation. Failing to follow the instruction voids the warranty. 2.5.1 Turn on instruction 1. Provide proper placement of the benchtop to ensure the safety of the device and the surrounding environment during operation.
  • Page 8 TWL-4-B-MIC User’s Manual Page 5 of 11 System Information Page This page displays the information of the system. Use the triangle button to turn on or off the back light, use the BACK button to return to the Laser Status Page.
  • Page 9 TWL-4-B-MIC User’s Manual Page 6 of 11 Wavelength Setting Page This page offers the function to set the wavelength of the laser. It also displays the minimum and maximum wavelength of the laser. The wavelength setting resolution is 0.001 nm. Use the...
  • Page 10 BACK button to return to the laser setting page. Note: The TWL-4-B-MIC may take 1 min to respond to the setting command and update the LCD display. After each setting, wait 10 to 60 sec for the unit to respond and use the...

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    TWL-4-B-MIC User’s Manual Page 8 of 11 2.7 Remote Control For the standard TWL-4-B-MIC, connecting the benchtop to an external PC (installed with RS232 Serial Terminal software, i.e., Termite) will allow for the parameter adjustment feature. Using a standard USB cable to connect the USB port on the real panel of the benchtop to the PC.

  • Page 12: Technical Specifications

    TWL-4-B-MIC User’s Manual Page 9 of 11 3. Technical Specifications Optical Specifications Operating Wavelength 1528 nm to 1565 nm tunable Optical Output Level 5 to 20 mW adjustable Laser linewidth (FWHM) 100 kHz (Under low noise mode) Electrical and Mechanical Specifications...

  • Page 13: Service And Support

    4. Service and Support 4.1 Warranty Optilab, LLC guarantees its TWL-4-B-MIC unit to be free of defects for 1 year from the date of shipment. The guarantee does not cover any damages resulting from the misuse or improper handling of the equipment, or any incidental or consequential loss.
  • Page 14 TWL-4-B-MIC User’s Manual Page 11 of 11 Dust or particles can adhere to the insides of receptacles and adaptors or the sides of the optical connector ferrule. Their presence can affect the alignment of the optical fiber connectors and increase connection loss. To properly clean optical connectors, receptacles, and adaptors utilizing a swab and alcohol follow the procedure below: 1.

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