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- Page 1 HPLS301(/M) High-Power Plasma Light Source, Free Space User Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Table of Contents Warning Symbol Definitions ....................1 Chapter 1 Safety ............................ 2 Chapter 2 Description ........................... 3 Chapter 3 3.1. Overview .......................... 3 3.2. Light Emitting Plasma ..................... 3 3.3. Spectrum .......................... 4 Setup ............................. 5 Chapter 4 4.1. - Page 3 8.3.12. ERR? – Error message ....................... 25 8.3.13. WAR? – Warning Message ....................25 Chapter 9 Specifications ........................26 Chapter 10 Mechanical Drawings ......................27 Chapter 11 Certifications and Compliances ..................29 Regulatory .......................... 31 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts ..................32...
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Page 4: Chapter 1 Warning Symbol Definitions
Free-Space Plasma Light 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 5: Chapter 2 Safety
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 2: Safety Safety Chapter 2 The lamp comes with a switching power supply compatible with voltages from 100 to 240 VAC. There is no need to change the fuse when selecting your regional voltage. If the user needs to change the fuse located below the AC plug on the back of the unit, see section 6.1. -
Page 6: Chapter 3 Description
Description Chapter 3 3.1. Overview Thorlabs’ HPLS300 series plasma light sources combine the best features of solid-state electronics and full spectrum plasma emitters. The Luxim ® Light Emitting Plasma (LEP)™ bulb module uses a ceramic resonant cavity to efficiently couple power from a solid-state power amplifier into a high-intensity discharge vessel. This technique results in the long life of the bulb module (6000 hours typical operating time before the optical power output at given driving current drops to 50% of the initial intensity) and produces a complete color spectrum. -
Page 7: Spectrum
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 3: Description 3.3. Spectrum Typical Output Spectrum of the HPLS301(/M) Light Source The HPLS300 series light sources provides a full color spectrum from 350 nm to 800 nm. Figure 2 shows a typical output spectrum. Page 4... -
Page 8: Chapter 4 Setup
One 3 mm Hex Key One 2 mm Hex Key 4.2. Operation Elements Front and Back Panel of the HPLS301(/M) Light Source F1. External Control Button with LED B1. BNC Port for External Shutter Control: 5 V CMOS ... -
Page 9: Initial Setup
The mounting taps on the HPLS301 are spaced in a 5.00" x 10.00" pattern, while the taps on the HPLS301/M are spaced in a 125.0 mm x 250.0 mm pattern. See Chapter 10 for full mechanical drawings. -
Page 10: Chapter 5 Operation
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 5: Operation Operation Chapter 5 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 11: Lcd Screen
During tuning, the intensity percentage display on the LCD screen will change accordingly. The HPLS301 light source features an intensity tuning function with a range of 1.5% to 100%, with a setting resolution of 0.1%. The tuning knob is functional regardless the state of the shutter (closed or open). -
Page 12: Analog In And Trigger In
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 5: Operation NOTE: The shutter button on the front panel is always operational, even when external control mode is enabled. Pressing the shutter button changes the shutter state and disables the external control mode. The shutter button on the Front Panel is always active for safety reasons . -
Page 13: Signal Train
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 5: Operation 5.5.4. Signal Train Figure 7 gives an example of the signal train in the HPLS300 series light source, when set to external control mode. When the “ANALOG IN” signal changes, the light source actually does nothing until a “TRIGGER IN” pulse arrives. -
Page 14: Operation Modes
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 5: Operation 5.6. Operation Modes The HPLS300 series features three different operation modes: open loop, closed loop, and Eco mode. The light source is set to open loop mode before shipping. The operation mode can only be changed via the software GUI or the command lines as described in Chapter 8. -
Page 15: Stability And Noise
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 5: Operation 5.7. Stability and Noise Figure 10 presents detailed light intensity measurements performed for the light source operating in open loop and closed loop modes for 48 hours. The closed loop mode data also applies to operation in Eco mode. Closed loop mode compensates for variations in bulb intensity. -
Page 16: Chapter 6 Maintenance
50% of the initial value. It is not an absolute measurement of bulb lifetime. The actual lifetime of each bulb module may vary from unit to unit. Thorlabs provides a one year warranty on the bulb modules. Page 13... - Page 17 Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 6: Maintenance To replace the bulb module, first remove the six cap screws on the back panel with the included 2 mm hex key. Then remove the red cover by sliding it backwards. Slide the Red Cover Backwards Remove 6 Cap Screws on the Back to Take it Out Panel...
- Page 18 Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 6: Maintenance Use the included 3 mm hex key to remove the two cap crews close to the back panel. Remove Two Cap Screws on the Back There are two cables connected to the bulb module from beneath, as shown in Figure 16. Smaller Connector Lower Connector Wire Connectors under the Bulb Module...
- Page 19 Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 6: Maintenance Disconnect the smaller cable by pressing the clip and pulling the connector carefully downward. Press the Clip Down While Pulling the Connector Out Remove the Smaller Cable First Hold the bulb module firmly and slide it backwards until it completely disconnects from the lens holder in front of it. Slide Towards the Rear Lens...
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Page 20: Firmware Update
Firmware Update The firmware update tool for HPLS300 series light sources and the most up-to-date firmware is available at www.thorlabs.com. Before updating the firmware, download and install the firmware update tool and download the latest firmware zip file. Connect the light source to a PC via USB, and switch on the device while holding down the “SHUTTER” button on the front panel. -
Page 21: Chapter 7 Software Gui
7 and 10 as detailed on the Thorlabs website. After installing the software package and connecting the host PC to the light via the USB port on the back panel, the PC can control the light source using either a command-line interface, discussed in Chapter 8, or through a GUI. -
Page 22: Chapter 8 Command Line Operation
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 8: Command Line Operation Command Line Operation Chapter 8 8.1. Command-Line Interface Overview The HPLS300 series light sources can be controlled by a command-line language through the USB port. Users can either use a terminal emulator or write their own program to control the unit. The command language is described below. -
Page 23: Command Summary
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 8: Command Line Operation 8.2. Command Summary The table below lists all the available commands for the operation of HPLS301. Command Syntax Description List the available commands Get Commands Returns the model number, hardware and firmware... -
Page 24: Description Of Commands
8.3.2. *idn? or *IDN? – Device Information Queries the device part number, hardware and firmware versions. Return: THORLABS HPLS301 SNxxxxxxxx HWx.x FWx.x Where SN is the series number; HW is the hardware version; and FW is the firmware version. 8.3.3. SN? – Device Serial Number Queries the device serial number. -
Page 25: St? - Device Status
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 8: Command Line Operation 8.3.5. ST? – Device Status Queries the device status Return: ST=n The value of n can be one of the following status: n=1: Intializing; n=2: Normal; n=3: Error; n=4: Warning 8.3.6. INT=n; INT? – Device Power Intensity The INT command can be used to set or query the device power intensity percentage. -
Page 26: Lat? - Bulb Module Temperature
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 8: Command Line Operation 8.3.8. LAT? – Bulb Module Temperature Queries current lamp temperature Return: LAT=n Where n is the value of lamp temperature in °C. 8.3.9. MOD=n; MOD? – Device Control Mode The MOD command is used to set or query the device control mode. There are two available modes: local and external. -
Page 27: Lad=N; Lad? - Operation Mode
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 8: Command Line Operation 8.3.10. LAD=n; LAD? – Operation Mode The LAD command is used to set or query the device operation mode. LAD=n Sets the lamp control mode. The value of n can be one of the following: n=1: Closed loop n=2: Open loop n=3: Eco... -
Page 28: Err? - Error Message
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 8: Command Line Operation 8.3.12. ERR? – Error message The ERR? command queries current device error message. Return: ERR=n Where n is an 8-bit number which reports the detailed error message. When converted into binary form, n has the following Boolean structure: n = 0000 0000 0000 0001 = bulb module temperature too high... -
Page 29: Chapter 9 Specifications
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 9: Specifications Specifications Chapter 9 Specification HPLS301(/M) 350 - 800 nm Wavelength Range 6000 K Color Temperature Color Rendering Index (CRI) 9.5 W Typical Output Light Power 8.5 W Minimum Output Light Power 0.2% per °C; 0.03% per hour Output Power Drift 0.5% (Typ.) -
Page 30: Chapter 10 Mechanical Drawings
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 10: Mechanical Drawings Chapter 10 Mechanical Drawings HPLS301 Mechanical Drawing Page 27 Rev C, June 12, 2019... - Page 31 Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 10: Mechanical Drawings HPLS301/M Mechanical Drawing Page 28 CTN011675-D02...
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Page 32: Chapter 11 Certifications And Compliances
Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 11: Certifications and Compliances Chapter 11 Certifications and Compliances Page 29 Rev C, June 12, 2019... - Page 33 Free-Space Plasma Light Source Chapter 11: Certifications and Compliances This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Page 30 CTN011675-D02...
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Page 34: 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 35: Chapter 13 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
Free-Space Plasma Light 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 36 www.thorlabs.com...
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