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  • Page 1 with PowerController User Manual...
  • Page 2 User Manual RGB Lasersysteme GmbH NovaPro series with PowerController Version: 2.2.0 Date: February 23rd, 2012 This document is protected by copyright. Do not copy or publish this document or parts of it without written permission of RGB Lasersysteme GmbH. Product specifications and descriptions in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Laser Safety Precautions ....................1 Introduction ........................2 Product Overview ........................2 Package Contents........................3 Installation and Operation ................... 4 Precautions ........................... 4 Device Setup ..........................4 Laser operation ........................... 6 Operation modes ........................7 Disconnecting the system ....................... 7 Troubleshooting .........................

  • Page 5: Laser Safety Precautions

    DIN EN 61010-1, DIN EN 60825-1:2003-10 and DIN EN 60950 when operating the laser. The NovaPro series is specified by the United States National Center for Device and Radiological Health (CDRH) as a class 3b laser product. Visible and invisible laser radiation is emitted.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction 2.1 Product Overview The NovaPro series offers high performance, modulatable laser modules in a small design. The high quality product „Made in Germany“ guarantees universal capabilities in almost all fields of applications, with optical output powers up to 1000 mW. High...

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Introduction 2.2 Package Contents Laser head In order to provide the best beam quality only high quality optical components are used within the laser head. A thermoelectric cooler is integrated for stabilizing the temperature. Laser controller The laser controller includes three status indicators, a USB interface, a modulation mode switch and a key switch with a 5 second delay.

  • Page 8: Installation And Operation

    NovaPro User Manual Installation and Operation 3.1 Precautions • Take care of all laser safety instructions as described in chapter 1. Always wear laser protection glasses for the specified wavelength range. • Consider regulations for Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). • Do not open the laser head. Opening the case voids the warranty and may cause uncontrolled laser radiation.

  • Page 9: Connectors And Controls

    Installation and Operation Connectors and Controls The PowerController laser driver has the following connectors and controls: controller front side controller back side Micro USB connector Key switch Laser head connector (D-SUB9) Modulation mode switch (CW, TTL, Analog) Interlock connector Power supply input (DC 12 V) Modulation input (BNC)

  • Page 10: Status Indicators

    ON position. To start the laser, turn the key switch off and on again. The NovaPro series can also be controlled via USB as described in chapter 4. Note for lasers at 473, 532 and 561 nm: it is recommended to initially operate the laser at full maximum output power for 5 minutes.

  • Page 11: Operation Modes

    Installation and Operation 3.4 Operation modes You can select the operation mode using Ltune or your own custom software. In stand- alone operation without a computer, the modulation mode can be selected using the switch on the controller. The technical specifications for the modulation inputs can be found in chapter 5.
  • Page 12 NovaPro User Manual • The interlock connector is closed • The key switch is set to the ON position • Either Constant Power Mode is selected or a proper signal is connected to the modulation inputs • If connected to a computer: The power on/off button in Ltune is turned on and an output power larger than zero is selected If the yellow LED is flashing, please run Ltune and check the bottom of the window for error messages.

  • Page 13: Computer Control

    Computer Control Computer Control The NovaPro series includes a USB interface for remote control. The laser can be controlled with • The Windows application software Ltune (included), • the cable remote control RC-1 (available separately) or • Custom user software via serial communication.

  • Page 14: Serial Communication

    NovaPro User Manual To install the software, simply run the setup file from the CD-ROM included in the package. The setup package then installs the application software and the device driver. For the operating system to properly recognize the device, it’s best if you install the software first before attaching the device.
  • Page 15 Computer Control Return Code A return code gives information about the processing of a command or query. There is always a space character between the return code and the result. The return codes are: Code Name Description COMMAND_SUCCESS Command successful COMMAND_INVALID Command invalid PARAMETER_ERROR...
  • Page 16 NovaPro User Manual 0: Enable Request not set COMMAND_SUCCESS 1: Enable Request set Temperature settings (Not all laser systems support this function.) Depending on the laser type, the temperature can be varied in a defined range. The commands and queries to access the temperature offset, actual temperature and default temperature of the laser head are: Command/ Parameter value...
  • Page 17 T = external TTL C = internal CW CW mode The NovaPro series can be operated in CW mode at constant power between 0 and 100 % of the maximum output power. There is no need to supply an external control voltage. Command/...
  • Page 18 NovaPro User Manual T = Temperature adjustable H = High speed TTL integrated D = Drive mode changeable(ACC/APC) C = Temperature is controlled M = External analog and digital modulation A = Modulation inputs can be combined R = Round beam L = Wavelock E = ECDL laser W = Water-cooled...

  • Page 19: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications 5.1 General Specifications Noise: < 1 % RMS Power stability: < 1 % (10 h) Warm-up time: ready for use after 5 sec, calibrated operation after 3 min Drive mode: 473, 532 and 561 nm: Active power control (APC) others: Active current control (ACC) Modulation modes: Constant power, analog and digital external modulation...

  • Page 20: Electrical Specifications

    NovaPro User Manual 5.3 Electrical Specifications Power Supply Power supply: 12 V DC, supplied via AC adapter 100 – 240 V AC Power consumption: up to 2 A (at 12 V, depending on laser output power) Modulation Inputs Connector type: Analog / digital input: 0 –...

  • Page 21: Mechanical Specifications

    Specifications 5.4 Mechanical specifications NovaPro laser head Length: 63.5 mm (2.5 “) Width: 31.0 mm (1.22 “) Height: 32.5 mm (1.28 “) All dimensions in mm. 3D CAD files are available for download on www.rgb-laser.com.
  • Page 22 NovaPro User Manual PowerController laser driver Length: 85.0 mm Width: 85.0 mm Height: 32.5 mm All dimensions in mm.

  • Page 23: Optional System Configurations

    Optional system configurations Optional system configurations Fiber coupler Each NovaPro laser system can be equipped with a fiber coupler. Water cooling system For operation in extreme conditions, there is a optional water cooling system for the bottom plate. This ensures an optimal heat dissipation. Round beam Circular and other beam shape characteristics are available on request.

  • Page 24: Certification And Compliance

    NovaPro User Manual Certification and Compliance CE Declaration of Conformity The manufacturer RGB Lasersysteme GmbH Donaupark 13 93309 Kelheim declares that the following product NovaPro Version 1.0 complies with the following normative documents EN55024 EN55011 and therefore the following EG requirements Electromagnetic compatibility (2004/108/EG) This declaration applies to all models of the above named product version, in case it will be used in the configuration of the test...
  • Page 25 Certification and Compliance RoHS Declaration of Conformity The manufacturer RGB Lasersysteme GmbH Donaupark 13 93309 Kelheim declares that the following product NovaPro Version 1.0 contains no toxic substances which are specified in the RoHS Directive 2002/95/EG. The conformity to RoHS Directive 2002/95/EG is confirmed. This declaration applies to all models of the above named product version.

  • Page 26: Appendix

    NovaPro User Manual Appendix 8.1 List of abbreviations °C Degrees centigrade °F Degrees Fahrenheit μm Microns μrad Micro radiant Alternating current Ampère BNC connector CDRH Center of Device and Radiological Health Conformité Européenne Continuous wave Direct current D-SUB9 D-SUB9 connector Electrostatic discharge Hertz inch...

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