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Arroyo Instruments LaserSource 4200 Series User Manual

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  • Page 2 User’s Manual Introduction Thank you for choosing the LaserSource from Arroyo Instruments. Your LaserSource is a combination of leading edge technology combined with years of experience in the field of current control. With a crystal clear VFD display, both RS232 and USB computer interfaces, and...
  • Page 3 Computer Interfacing Manual, and USB drivers are included. For USA customers, a power cord is included. For non-USA customers, an IEC-60320- C13 rated AC power cord must be provided. Accessories Arroyo Instruments also sells several accessories designed to work with the LaserSource. These include: • LaserSource...

  • Page 4: Safety Terms And Symbols

    Storage of the unit outside the standard storage temperature or humidity rating, or prolonged storage under harsh conditions; • Failure to operate properly. If needed, contact your distributor or Arroyo Instruments for service or repair to ensure the safety of the product is maintained. Symbols Power Off...
  • Page 5 CAUTION There are no user-serviceable parts inside. All service and repair work shall be done by Arroyo Instruments or personnel authorized by Arroyo Instruments. Modifications done by non-authorized personnel will void the warranty. Please see the Service section later in this manual for instructions on how to obtain service for this instrument.

  • Page 6: Quick Start

    Page 6 · 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual Quick Start LaserSource was designed with ease of use in mind, and you will likely have little need for this manual for almost all of the features the unit offers. This section will show how you can quickly get the unit up and running in almost no time.

  • Page 7: Installation

    4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual · Page 7 Installation Installation of the LaserSource is very straightforward, as the quick start section above illustrated. This section will provide additional details and considerations for installing your LaserSource. After unpacking the unit, make sure all packing materials have been removed and nothing obscures the ventilation ports on the back and bottom of the unit.
  • Page 8 Page 8 · 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual 100V Setting 120V Setting 230V Setting 240V Setting Reinsert the voltage selector and replace the fuse cover. Powering Up the Unit Once the correct voltage selection has been made, connect the AC power cord to the unit.
  • Page 9 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual · Page 9 Ventilation LaserSource has vent holes on the rear and bottom of the unit. You must not block these vent holes, or overheating may occur, causing damage to the unit. CAUTION Do not operate the unit above +40°C ambient, and ensure the instrument is properly ventilated, or the unit may overheat and possible damage to the instrument may occur.

  • Page 10: Operation

    Page 10 · 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual Operation The Front Panel Operation of the LaserSource is very straightforward. The sections below will help familiarize you with the front panel, the display, and the menu structure. The front panel is designed for simplicity in operation. There are three buttons on the front panel: Output, Menu, and the adjustment knob.
  • Page 11 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual · Page 11 When the unit is in remote mode, the yellow Remote LED will be lit. More information about how the instrument behaves in remote mode can be found in the Remote Mode Operation section below. Main Display Screen On the main display you will find the set point and two measurements.
  • Page 12 Page 12 · 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual Shrt A short circuit has been detected on the output. OutT The unit is out-of-tolerance. See the Tol Time and Tol Io settings for more information. ILim The unit is in current limit. MLim The unit is in photodiode current limit.
  • Page 13 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual · Page 13 Menu Description Factory Default Im limit This setting controls the maximum amount of Maximum monitor photodiode current the unit will allow. This limit is implemented in software. For more information about limits, see the section entitled “Hardware and Software Limits”.
  • Page 14 Page 14 · 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual Menu Description Factory Default On Delay The delay, from the time the Output button is 3000ms pressed to when the output is actually energized. Comm Menu Communications Menu Baud This sets the baud rate for the RS232 serial 9600 port.

  • Page 15: Control Modes

    4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual · Page 15 Control Modes LaserSource offers five laser control modes: Io (ACC), Io HiBW (ACC), Im (AMC), Po (APC), and Vf (AVC). Changing the control mode is done through the menu by changing the Mode parameter in the menu to one of these values.

  • Page 16: Remote Mode Operation

    Hardware tab then click on the Device Manager button. When the Device Manager appears, click on the plus sign to the left of Ports. The port identified as an Arroyo Instruments Virtual COM Port is the LaserSource. In the event you have multiple...

  • Page 17: Rear Panel

    Shell Earth Ground Output Connector (DB-9 Female) Arroyo Instruments has followed industry conventions for laser DB-9 connections, and is likely compatible with pin-outs from other vendors. Modulation Input The modulation input BNC accepts a 0V to 10V input signal for analog set point control of the driver.
  • Page 18 Page 18 · 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual reset to factory defaults. Calibration will not be affected, but all settings will be returned to their factory default values. USB Connector The USB connector is a standard Type B female connector, and can be plugged into any USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 port.
  • Page 19 Poor or intermittent connections can damage or destroy the laser diode. Arroyo Instruments carries two cables specifically designed for this application. Part number 1220 is a two meter cable designed for use with Arroyo Instruments mounts, such as the 202 and 204 Butterfly LaserMounts, and has...

  • Page 20: Grounding Considerations

    Page 20 · 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual applications, part number 1221 is a two meter cable with a male DB-9 on one end and stripped and tinned leads on the other. Both cables common pins 1/2 and 3/4 into 18 gauge wires. See the manual for your laser (and fixture) for additional safety and operational information.

  • Page 21: Specifications

    4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual · Page 21 Specifications Description Specifications LASER CURRENT (ACC) Range (mA) 0 – 100 0 – 500 0 – 1000 Resolution (mA) 0.01 Accuracy (±[% reading + mA]) 0.05% + 0.07 0.05% + 0.1 0.05% + 0.2 Stability (ppm, time) <...

  • Page 22: Error Messages

    Page 22 · 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual Error Messages Error Description Cause Code E-100 General Error The error code is non-specific, and is generally used when no other error code is suitable. E-102 Message too long The message is too long to process (USB/Serial only).
  • Page 23 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual · Page 23 E-510 Laser out of tolerance The laser output was turned off because an disabled output out-of-tolerance condition was detected and the corresponding bit in the OUTOFF register was set. E-511 Laser control error A hardware control error was detected disabled output which forced a shutdown of the laser...

  • Page 24: Maintenance And Service

    On the web: http://www.arroyoinstruments.com In all cases, Arroyo Instruments requires a return materials authorization (RMA) number. You must contact Arroyo Instruments and obtain an RMA number prior to returning your instrument, or the shipment may be rejected and sent back to you.

  • Page 25: European Community Declaration Of Conformity

    User’s Manual · Page 25 European Community Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity I/We Arroyo Instruments 373 Front Street, Suite B Grover Beach, CA 93433 declare that 4200 Series LaserSource Laser Diode Driver In accordance with the following directives...
  • Page 26 Page 26 · 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual Notes:...
  • Page 27 4200 Series LaserSource User’s Manual · Page 27 Notes:...
  • Page 28 Copyright © 2006, Arroyo Instruments. All Rights Reserved. P/N 530-1000 Rev C Copyright © 2008, Arroyo Instruments. All Rights Reserved P/N 530-1000E...

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