Optical Power Meter System PM30-120, PM30-121, PM PM30-130, PM PM30-140, PM30-144

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1 Operation Manual Thorlabs Instrumentation Optical Power Meter System PM30-120, PM30-121, PM PM30-130, PM PM30-140, PM

2 Version: 1.22 M Date: Copyright 2005, Thorlabs

3 Contents Page 1 Safety 1 2 Description Parts List Accessories Operating Elements Front Panel Top Panel Bottom Panel Rear Panel Meter Stand Operating Instruction Battery Charging Connecting the Optical Sensor Switching on and off the PM Setting the Operating Wavelength Measuring the Optical Power Relative Measurement System Menu Photodiode adapter Remote Control Technical Data PM30 Display Unit S120B / S121B Silicon Sensor (PM / PM30-121) S122B Germanium Sensor (PM30-122) S130A / S132B Slim Sensor (PM / PM30-132) S140A / S144A Integrating Sphere Sensor (PM / PM30-144) 23 3 Calibration and Warranty Calibration Warranty 24 4 Service and maintenance General Care Cleaning Line Voltage Repair Certifications and Compliances Thorlabs End of Life policy (WEEE) Waste treatment on your own responsibility Ecological background Addresses 31

4 We aim to develop and produce the best solution for your application in the field of optical measurement technique. To help us to come up to your expectations and develop our products permanently we need your ideas and suggestions. Therefore, please let us know about possible criticism or ideas. We and our international partners are looking forward to hearing from you. Thorlabs Attention This manual contains WARNINGS and ATTENTION label in this form, to indicate danger for persons or possible damage of equipment. Please read these advises carefully! NOTE This manual also contains NOTES and HINTS written in this form.

5 2.1 Parts List Accessories 1 Safety Attention All statements regarding safety of operation and technical data in this instruction manual will only apply when the unit is operated correctly. Use only the power cord specified for the unit. Do not operate the power meter if its panels are removed or any of the interior circuitry is exposed Do not operate the power meter in wet or damp conditions, or in an explosive atmosphere. Operate the power meter only within the specified voltage range Do not apply voltage outside the specified range of the input connections Do not operate the power meter if there are suspected failures. Refer damaged units to qualified Thorlabs service personnel PM30 / page 1

6 2.1 Parts List Accessories Attention This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Standard shielding and filtering measures have to be undertaken to avoid interferences with other electronic equipment! NOTE Please check prior to operation, if the line voltage range, indicated on the power supply agrees with your local supply PM30 / page 2

7 2.1 Parts List Accessories 2 Description The Thorlabs PM30 Power Meter system is an easy to use, flexible optical power measurement system with optical sensor. Its mechanical analog needle display features best readability and real time response for fast laser tuning. The additional digital display allows accurate power readings and a convenient system setup. The Thorlabs optical power meter sensors feature NIST traceable wavelength calibration over the specified wavelength range. Please refer to for new sensors that will enhance the PM30 system. The console is powered by a 6V, 150mAh nickel-metal-hybrid (NiMH) battery for long life operation and fast recharging times. The included external power supply is provided to recharge the battery pack as well as to operate the unit. 2.1 Parts List Accessories The power meter system consists of the following items: PM30 power meter console Operation manual PMPS12 Power supply (12V, 0.85A), V line voltage, line adaptors for US, EU, UK. Depending on the order code the power meter system comes with one of the sensors given below: PM30-120: PM30-121: PM30-122: S120B Silicon Sensor Power Head; 50nW 50mW nm S121B Silicon Sensor Power Head; 500nW 500mW; nm S122B Germanium Sensor Power Head; 35nW 35mW; nm PM30-130: S130A Slim, dual range Silicon Sensor Power Head; 5nW 500mW; nm PM30 / page 3

8 2.1 Parts List Accessories PM30-132: S130A Slim, dual range Germanium Sensor Power Head; 5nW 500mW; nm PM30-140: S140A Integrating Sphere Silicon Sensor Power Head; 1µW 1W; nm PM30-144: S144A Integrating Sphere InGaAs Sensor Power Head; 1µW 1W; nm When unpacking the PM30 system the first time, please check if all items are present and in good condition. If any items are missing or damaged please advise Thorlabs immediately for issuing a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) for this instrument. PM30 / page 4

9 2.2 Operating Elements 2.2 Operating Elements Front Panel Analog Meter LC Display The Arrow indicates that the 3-division scale is used Main Switch Control Switch Figure 1 PM30 Front Panel Analog Meter Shows the measured power level on the scale that corresponds to the selected power range. An up showing arrow in the digital display indicates that the 10-division scale is used, a down-showing arrow indicates the 3- division scale. LC Display The 12 digit LCD allows precise power measurements along with additional system information and input capabilities. The LCD can be backlit in two brightness settings in the system menu. PM30 / page 5

10 2.2 Operating Elements Main Switch The main switch powers on and off the unit and selects the power measurement, wavelength setting, zeroing and system menus. Control Switch The control switch is used to set power range, correction wavelength as well as controlling and viewing system settings. The switch has turning and push button functionality Top Panel DB9 Sensor Jack SMA Analog Output Jack Charger Input Jack Figure 2 PM30 Top Panel DB9 Sensor Jack All Thorlabs S1xxX series optical detectors and the PM30 photodiode adapter can be plugged to this connector. Analog Output The SMA connector outputs a voltage from 0.0 to 1.0V corresponding to the selected power range. Charger Input To charge the battery plug-in the 12VDC power supply that ships with the instrument. The batteries will recharge within 2.5 hours. PM30 / page 6

11 2.2 Operating Elements Bottom Panel Service Push Button Serial Interface Connector Figure 3 PM30 Bottom Panel DB9 RS232 Interface Operates the meter in remote control via serial interface with a fixed baudrate of 9600 bit/s Program button Enables Software Updates via the serial interface Rear Panel Meter Zero Adjust Is used to adjust the mechanical offset of the meter to zero. This value is factory set but may need readjustment after mechanical shock. The unit must be turned off and put in the standard viewing position before zeroing the meter Meter Stand The unit comes with a pivoting stand that allows to continuously adjust the meter to the ideal viewing position. PM30 / page 7

12 2.3 Operating Instruction 2.3 Operating Instruction Battery Charging The PM30 has a built in NiMH rechargeable battery for an operation up to 50hrs (without backlight). When the batteries need recharging an empty battery sign appears on the right side of the digital display. The batteries are not fully charged when shipping. A battery that is new or has not been used for a longer period does not develop its full capacity until after approximately 2.5 hours of charging. Plug the in the delivery included 12DC power supply to the input connector in the top panel and the power supply into a suitable AC outlet. Attach the right adapter depending on local power requirements to the power supply, adapters for US, Europe and UK are provided with the instrument. If the adapter is lost, contact Thorlabs for replacement. When the charger is plugged a filled battery sign in the LC display indicates that the charger works in full-charge mode, the charging circuit goes automatically in trickle-charge mode when the batteries are fully charged. In this case the indicator in the LCD changes to a wall-plug sign. Do not exceed the line voltage that is stated on the power supply. The power supply gets warm after longer time of use; this is normal and not dangerous. The unit can be operated normally while the 12VDC adapter is plugged in Connecting the Optical Sensor Plug the DB-9 connector of the optical head into the jack located on the top of the console and secure the two screws. Thorlabs S1xxX Sensors can be plugged or changed while the power meter is switched on. The display unit will automatically recognize the sensor and work with the appropriate calibration data, that are downloaded from the non-volatile memory in the sensor connector Switching on and off the PM30 If the unit is not already switched on, turn the main switch from the OFF position, the PM30 will power up and show the connected sensor data and for approximately 3 seconds the set wavelength. The unit will stay on until the selected auto-shutdown time that can be set in the system menu is reached. After this time the PM30 will PM30 / page 8

13 2.3 Operating Instruction automatically switch of for battery saving. To power up the unit again the rotary switch has to be put to the OFF position and then back to one operating position, the unit will continue measuring with the set conditions prior to shut-off. To manually shut down the PM30 turn the main switch to the OFF position. All system and measurement settings will be present when turning the unit on again. To keep set values the unit must be on for a minimum of 10 seconds after changing the set value Setting the Operating Wavelength Turn the left rotary switch into the λ-position, the digital display will show a wavelength in nm. Click on the control button to enter the wavelength set menu, by each click a digit of the set wavelength will get underlined. By turning the control button each digit can be scrolled up and down in the sensor wavelength range. The set values are immediately used for the power calculation. To leave the menu turn the main switch back to the P-position. After 10s the wavelength set value will be stored in the PM30 console and is present after shutting off and on the unit (when using the same type of sensor!). The minimum and maximum settable wavelength is sensor dependent and downloaded to the instrument when connecting the sensor Measuring the Optical Power Turn the unit into the P-position, place the sensor in the path of the laser beam, conduct one-time auto-ranging by clicking the control button, or select a power range manually by turning the control button, and read the optical power on the range corresponding scale or in the digital display. The PM30 usually works in manual-range mode. The power ranges can be set in x3, x10 steps, after setting the current power range is indicated for approx. 1s in the LC display. After this time the LCD switches back to the power reading, that includes the power units and the corresponding scale of the analog meter. The minimum and maximum settable power range is sensor dependent and downloaded to the instrument when connecting the sensor. Attention Refer to the sensor data sheet and pay attention to the optical damage threshold! Exceeding these values will permanently destroy the sensor! PM30 / page 9

14 2.3 Operating Instruction Relative Measurement This feature can be used either for backlight subtraction or performing a relative measurement. Turn the unit into the -position. Click the control button to subtract the current reading. The digital display shows the subtracted power reading, the analog needle goes to zero. Turn the main switch back in the P position. The digital display now shows the difference to the subtracted reading followed by a sign. Power ranges can be set only in the Up position System Menu To enter the system menu turn the main switch to the SYSTEM position. The system menu allows the following settings / contains the following information: The menu can be navigated by turning the control button. Submenus are entered by clicking the control button. Shutdown: Backlight: System SN: Version: Sensor Name: Sensor SN: Sets the time after that the unit automatically switches off. 5 minutes / 1 hour / never Turns the LCD backlight on and allows two brightness settings. Powersaving / ON / OFF Shows the serial number of the device. Displays the firmware version Displays the type of the connected sensor Shows the serial number of the connected sensor Photodiode adapter Instead of a calibrated power meter sensor the optional available photodiode adapter PM30PDA allows to use the PM30 as a current and power display for any floating or anode grounded photodiodes with a photo current up to 4mA. Plug the adapter on the PM30 sensor connector input and tighten the fixing screws. The photodiode cathode has to be connected to the center, the anode to the shield of the adapter s SMA input connector. The operation is similar to the standard operation. Instead of the wavelength a responsivity value can be set to perform a single point power calibration. The setting PM30 / page 10

15 0 range is 1mA/W to ma/w. The default responsivity value is 1000 ma/w, so the power reading will correspond directly to a current reading in A. Refer to for directly connectable anode grounded photodiodes from the type SM05PD and SM1PD and for suitable SMA connection cables. 2.4 Remote Control The PM30 has a built in serial interface to operate the unit remotely or upload new firmware. It is not possible to change device settings locally while the device is in remote operating mode. If the Interface is connected and active, the device will not shutdown automatically regardless of the Shutdown setting. The device is considered to be a Data Terminal Equipment (DTE). To connect it with a control PC use a 9 pole null-modem cable which is connected like shown in the following figure. 2 RXD 3 TXD 7 RFR 8 CTS 5 GND 4 DTR 1 RLSD 6 DSR 9 RI 2 RXD 3 TXD 7 RFR 8 CTS 5 GND 4 DTR 1 RLSD 6 DSR 9 RI Receive Data Ready for receiving Clear to send Signal Ground Data terminal ready Receiver Line Signal Detection Data set ready Ring Indicator Set up your control PC to meet the following communication setup: Line setup: Program message end character: Response message end characters: N1-RFR/CTS (8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity) <LF> (Line Feed, 0A hex ) <CR><LF> (Carriage Return, 0D hex; Line Feed, 0A hex ) The device will switch to remote operation mode after recognition of the first valid command sent to the device. It will switch back to local operation mode by receiving PM30 / page 11

16 2.4 Remote Control the &GTL emulation code (see below) or by disconnecting the cable connection (DSR/DTR circuit). IEEE488.2 Common Commands: Command *IDN? *TST? *OPC *OPC? *WAI *RST *SRE *SRE? *STB? *ESE *ESE? *ESR? *CLS Description Identification query. (IEEE ) Self test query. (IEEE ) Operation complete command. (IEEE ) Operation complete query. (IEEE ) Wait command. (IEEE ) Reset command. (IEEE ) Service Request Enable command. (IEEE ) Service Request Enable query. (IEEE ) Read Status Byte query. (IEEE ) Standard Event Status Enable command. (IEEE ) Standard Event Status Enable query. (IEEE ) Standard Event Status Register query. (IEEE ) Clear Status command. (IEEE ) Device Specific Commands: Command :POWER? :WAVELENGTH? :WAVELENGTH :PDRESP? :PDRESP Description Query the last measured power value [Watt] Query the currently used wavelength [m] Set the wavelength [m] to use for calculating the sensitivity Query the currently used responsivity [A/W] Set the responsivity [A/W] PM30 / page 12

17 2.4 Remote Control :RANGE? :RANGE :OFFSET? :OFFSET :SENS:TYPE? :SENS:NAME? :SENS:SERNR? :SENS:RANGE? :SYST:ERR? Query the measurement range. Set the measurement range. Query the currently used zero offset [W]. Set the zero offset value [W]. Query the optical sensor s type. Query the optical sensor s name. Query the optical sensor s serial number. Query the optical sensor s range data. Query the device s error queue. Power Query Command syntax: Response syntax: Prerequisite: Description: :POWER? last measured power <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> None Queries the last measured absolute power value [Watt]. Note: If a A/D converter overflow occurs the value 2.0e+6 is returned. Note: There is the absolute Power value returned. A zero offset value does not affect this value. (See also Set Zero Offset command) Wavelength Query Command syntax: Response syntax: Prerequisite: Description: :WAVELENGTH? Currently used wavelength <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> There must be a calibrated sensor connected. Queries the currently used wavelength [m]. PM30 / page 13

18 2.4 Remote Control Set Wavelength Command Command syntax: Prerequisite: Description: :WAVELENGTH <DECIMAL NUMERIC PROGRAM DATA> There must be a calibrated sensor connected. Set the wavelength [m] to use for calculating the sensitivity. The resolution is 1.0nm. Note: The wavelength range depends on the connected sensor. Photo Diode Responsivity Query Command syntax: Response syntax: Prerequisite: Description: :PDRESP? currently used photo diode responsivity <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> None Queries the currently used photo diode responsivity [A/W]. Set Photo Diode Responsivity Command Command syntax: Prerequisite: Description: :PDRESP <DECIMAL NUMERIC PROGRAM DATA> There must be a photo diode adaptor connected to the device. Set the photodiode responsivity [A/W]. The photo diode responsivity must be in the range from 0.001A/W to 10.0A/W. The resolution is 0.001A/W. PM30 / page 14

19 2.4 Remote Control Measurement Range Query Command syntax: :RANGE? Response syntax: currently used measurement range <NR1 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> Prerequisite: Description: None Queries the measurement range. For details see Set Measusement Range. Set Measurement Range Syntax: Prerequisite: Description: :RANGE <DECIMAL NUMERIC PROGRAM DATA> There must be a sensor/adaptor connected. Sets the measurement range according to the following table: Value Measurement Range Value Measurement Range 0 100nW 8 1mW 1 300nW 9 3mW 2 1µW 10 10mW 3 3µW 11 30mW 4 10µW mW 5 30µW mW 6 100µW 14 1W 7 300µW Note: The minimum settable range value depends on the connected sensor and the wavelength value (the selected responsivity). The maximum settable range value depends on the connected sensor. Zero Offset Query Command syntax: :OFFSET? Response syntax: currently used zero offset value [W] <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> Prerequisite: Description: None Queries the currently used zero offset value [W]. PM30 / page 15

20 2.4 Remote Control Set Zero Offset Command Command syntax: Prerequisite: Description: :OFFSET <DECIMAL NUMERIC PROGRAM DATA> None Sets the zero offset value [W]. Note: The maximum settable value is the fullscale value of the selected measurement range. Setting the zero offset value may also switch the selected measurement range. The power value read by the power query command will not be affected by the zero offset value. Optical Sensor Type/ID Query Command syntax: Response syntax: Prerequisite: Description: :SENS:TYPE? Sensor-Type/ID <HEXADECIMAL NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> None Queries the sensor type and ID. Value Sensor (hex) 0000 Photo diode adaptor 0101 S120A Silicon Sensor 0201 S122A Germanium Sensor NN11 Generic Sensor (NN = Sensor specific ID) FFFF No Sensor connected Note: If there is no sensor connected an error will be placed into the device s error queue. Optical Sensor Name Query Command syntax: Response syntax: Prerequisite: Description: :SENS:NAME? Sensor name <STRING RESPONSE DATA> None Queries the name of the connected optical sensor. Note: If there is no sensor connected an error will be placed into the device s error queue. PM30 / page 16

21 2.4 Remote Control Optical Sensor Serial Number Query Command syntax: Response syntax: Prerequisite: Description: :SENS:SERNR? sensor s serial number <STRING RESPONSE DATA> None Queries the serial number of the connected optical sensor. Note: If there is no sensor connected an error will be placed into the device s error queue. PM30 / page 17

22 2.4 Remote Control Optical Sensor Range Query Command Syntax :SENS:RANGE? Response syntax: Minimum wavelength [m] <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA>, Maximum wavelength [m] <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA>, Minimum power [W] <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA>, Maximum power [W] <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> Prerequisite: Description: Error Query Command syntax: Response syntax: Prerequisite: Description: None Queries the optical sensor head wavelength and power ranges. Note: If there is no sensor connected an error will be placed into the device s error queue. :SYST:ERR? Error number <NR1 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA>, Error text <ARBITRARY ASCII RESPONSE DATA> None Queries the device s error queue (see also: Chapter Error Reporting in this document). PM30 / page 18

23 2.5 Technical Data 2.5 Technical Data (All technical data are valid at 23 ± 5 C and 45 ±15% humidity) PM30 Display Unit General Dimensions (H x W x D) 120 x 112 x 45 mm³ (4.7 x 4.4 x 1.8 ) 135 x 143 x 45 mm³ with stand (5.3 x 5.6 x 1.8 ) Weight 0.6 kg 1.33 lbs Operating Temperature 5 C 40 C Storage Temperature -20 C 70 C Meter Specifications Measurement Range 1nW to 1W Power Scales Up to 15 sensordependent scales 100nW, 300nW, 1µW, 3µW, 10µW, 30µW, 100µW, 300µW, 1mW, 3mW, 10mW, 30mW, 100mW, 300mW, 1W Power Resolution 0.1nW / 14 bit Digital Display Power Units nw, µw, mw, W Digital Display 12 digit alphanumerical With backlight Accuracy Digital Display +/- 1% Analog Meter 90 x 42 mm (3.54 x 1.65 ) Accuracy Analog Meter +/- 3% Meter Scales 0 to 3 (30 divisions) 0 to 10 (50 divisions) Mirrored Scale Analog Output 0 to 1V Corresponding to Range Setting Accuracy Analog Output +/- 1% Power Supply Battery Operation 6V built-in rechargeable battery Battery charger included Auto Shutdown (detachable) Low Battery indicator Annunciation in LCD Battery voltage < 5.5V Battery Life time 50 hrs / 15 hrs Without / With backlight AC Operation 90 to 260V 50/60Hz Included 12VDC isolated adaptor Charging time 2.5 hrs to full charge Safety CE compliant PM30 / page 19

24 2.5 Technical Data S120B / S121B Silicon Sensor (PM / PM30-121) Mechanical Drawing: Specifications: Spectral range: nm Sensor: Silicon Sensor size: 10mm x 10mm sq. (0.39 x 0.39 ) Input aperture: 9.5mm (0.374 ) Distance to ND filter: 2.6mm (0.1 ) Distance to detector: 5.6mm (0.22 ) Aperture thread Outer Thread (SM1 compatible) Optical power range: S120B: 50nW 50mW (@ 980nm) S121B: 500nW 500mW (@ 980nm) Resolution: 100pW (S120B)/ 1nW (S121B) Optical Damage Threshold: 50W/cm² Measurement Standard: NIST traceable Measurement uncertainty: +/- 5% Operating temperature: 5 C to 40 C Weight: 0.07kg (0.155lbs) Notes: The sensor contains an IR viewing target with absorption bands from 400 to 640nm and 800 to 1700nm that can be removed by carefully levering in the side hole with a small screw driver. The sensors can be equipped with fiber adapters from the S120 series. (Order Codes: S120-FC, S120-SMA, S120-SC) For use with metric posts insert the 8-32 to M4 adapter. PM30 / page 20

25 2.5 Technical Data S122B Germanium Sensor (PM30-122) Mechanical Drawing: Specifications: Spectral range: nm Sensor: Germanium Sensor size: 10mm x 10mm sq. (0.39 x 0.39 ) Input aperture: 9.5mm (0.374 ) Distance to ND filter: 2.6mm (0.10 ) Distance to detector: 5.6mm (0.22 ) Aperture thread Outer Thread (SM1 compatible) Optica l power range: 35nW 35mW (@ 1550nm) Resolution: 100pW Measurement Standard: NIST traceable Measurement uncertainty: +/- 5% Operating temperature: 5 C to 40 C Weight: 0.07kg (0.155lbs) Notes: The sensor contains an IR viewing target with absorption bands from 400 to 640nm and 800 to 1700nm that can be removed by carefully levering in the side hole with a small screw driver. The sensor can be equipped with fiber adapters from the S120 series. (Order Codes: S120-FC, S120-SMA, S120-SC) For use with metric posts insert the 8-32 to M4 adapter. PM30 / page 21

26 2.5 Technical Data S130A / S132B Slim Sensor (PM / PM30-132) Mechanical Drawing: Specifications: S130A S132A Spectral range: nm nm Sensor: Silicon Germanium Sensor size: 10mm x 10mm sq. (0.39 x 0.39 ) Input aperture: 9.5mm (0.374 ) Distance to ND filter: 3.3mm (0.12 ) Distance to detector: 5.8mm (0.23 ) Optical power range (@980nm): 5nW 5mW 5µW 500mW Resolution: 100pW Optical Damage Threshold: 50W/cm² Measurement Standard: NIST traceable Measurement uncertainty: +/- 5% Operating temperature: 5 C to 40 C Weight: 0.125kg (0.155lbs) Notes: The sensor contains two sets of calibration data for both slider positions. The console automatically uses the right calibration data a few seconds after the slider has been moved. Please care that the slider is always in a snapped position. PM30 / page 22

27 2.5 Technical Data S140A / S144A Integrating Sphere Sensor (PM / PM30-144) Mechanical Drawing: Specifications: S140A S144A Spectral range: nm nm Sensor: Silicon InGaAs Measurement Principle: Integrating Sphere Sensor size: 1mm Input aperture: 5mm (0.20 ) Optical power range 1µW 1W Resolution: 10nW Optical Damage Threshold: 200W/cm² Measurement Standard: NIST traceable Measurement uncertainty: +/- 5% Operating temperature: 5 C to 40 C Weight: 0.125kg (0.155lbs) Notes: To remove or change the fiber adapter, loosen the two M2.5x4 screws and lift-off the adapter. Fiber adapters are available for SMA connectors (S140-SMA) and SC connectors (S140-SC). Without fiber adapter the sensor can be used in free-space applications. PM30 / page 23

28 3.1 Calibration 3 Calibration and Warranty 3.1 Calibration Thorlabs optical power meters and sensors are precise instruments that are designed to deliver very accurate measurements and provide useful service over a long period of time. For maintaining this high level of performance, Thorlabs recommends to have the measurement system serviced and recalibrated once a year. Thorlabs will service and recalibrate the power meter and sensor head for a nominal fee. Please contact Thorlabs customer service to make the appropriate arrangements. 3.2 Warranty Thorlabs warrants material and production of the PM30 power meter system for a period of 24 months starting with the date of shipment. During this warranty period Thorlabs will see to defaults by repair or by exchange if these are entitled to warranty. For warranty repairs or service the unit must be sent back to Thorlabs (Germany) or to a place determined by Thorlabs. The customer will carry the shipping costs to Thorlabs, in case of warranty repairs Thorlabs will carry the shipping costs back to the customer. If no warranty repair is applicable the customer also has to carry the costs for back shipment. In case of shipment from outside EU duties, taxes etc. which should arise have to be carried by the customer. Thorlabs warrants the hard- and software determined by Thorlabs for this unit to operate fault-free provided that they are handled according to our requirements. However, Thorlabs does not warrant a faulty free and uninterrupted operation of the unit, of the soft- or firmware for special applications nor this instruction manual to be error free. Thorlabs is not liable for consequential damages. PM30 / page 24

29 3.2 Warranty Restriction of warranty The warranty mentioned before does not cover errors and defects being the result of improper treatment, software or interface not supplied by us, modification, misuse or operation outside the defined ambient conditions stated by us or unauthorized maintenance. Further claims will not be consented to and will not be acknowledged. Thorlabs does explicitly not warrant the usability or the economical use for certain cases of application. Thorlabs reserves the right to change this instruction manual or the technical data of the described unit at any time. PM30 / page 25

30 4.1 General Care 4 Service and maintenance Attention Do not try to open the power supply! Dangerous or even lethal voltages inside. 4.1 General Care Protect the PM30 from adverse weather conditions. The PM30 is not water resistant. Attention To avoid damage to the PM30, do not expose it to spray, liquids or solvents! PM30 / page 26

31 4.2 Cleaning 4.2 Cleaning To clean the console, use a mild detergent and damp cloth. Do not soak the unit in water or use solvent base cleaners. The sensors on the thermal heads cannot be cleaned. Gently blow off any debris using compressed air. If any scratches or other signs of damage remain on the sensor area, contact Thorlabs service department for repair or replacement. 4.3 Line Voltage The power supply of the PM30 operates at line voltages of 100 V 240 V ± 10% and line frequencies of 50 and 60Hz. Prior to starting operation check that your local supply agrees with this line voltage range. 4.4 Repair The power meter system does not contain any components to be repaired by the user. If any disturbances in function should occur, please contact Thorlabs prior to sending the respective unit to Thorlabs Germany for repair. PM30 / page 27

32 4.5 Certifications and Compliances 4.5 Certifications and Compliances Category EC Declaration of Conformity - EMC Standards or description Meets intent of Directive 89/336/EEC for Electromagnetic Compatibility. Compliance to the following specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities is given: EN EMC requirements for Class A electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use, including Class A Radiated and Conducted Emissions and Immunity. 1,2 IEC Electrostatic Discharge Immunity (Performance criterion C) 1 IEC Radiated RF Electromagnetic Field Immunity (Performance criterion A) 1 IEC Electrical Fast Transient / Burst Immunity (Performance criterion C) 1 1 For full compliance with these standards this unit must be operated in a grounded and shielded housing. The power supply must be propperly filtered! 2 Emissions which exceed the levels required by these standards, may occur when this equipment is connected to a test object. PM30 / page 28

33 4.6 Thorlabs End of Life policy (WEEE) 4.6 Thorlabs End of Life policy (WEEE) As required by the WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive) of the European Community and the corresponding national laws, Thorlabs offers all end users in the EC the possibility to return end of life units without incurring disposal charges. This offer is valid for Thorlabs electrical and electronic equipment sold after August 13 th 2005 marked correspondingly with the crossed out wheelie bin logo (see fig. 1) sold to a company or institute within the EC currently owned by a company or institute within the EC still complete, not disassembled and not contaminated As the WEEE directive applies to self contained operational electrical and electronic products, this end of life take back service does not refer to other Thorlabs products, such as pure OEM products, that means assemblies to be built into a unit by the user (e. g. OEM laser driver cards) components mechanics and optics left over parts of units disassembled by the user (PCB s, housings etc.). If you wish to return a Thorlabs unit for waste recovery, please contact Thorlabs or your nearest dealer for further information Waste treatment on 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. PM30 / page 29

34 4.6 Thorlabs End of Life policy (WEEE) Ecological background It is well known that WEEE pollutes the environment by releasing toxic products during decomposition. The aim of the European RoHS directive is to reduce the content of toxic substances in electronic products in the future. The intent of the WEEE directive is to enforce the recycling of WEEE. A controlled recycling of end of live products will thereby avoid negative impacts on the environment. Figure 4 Crossed out wheelie bin symbol PM30 / page 30

35 4.7 Addresses 4.7 Addresses Thorlabs GmbH Gauss-Strasse 11 D Karlsfeld Fed. Rep. of Germany Phone: +49 (0)81 31 / Fax: +49 (0)81 31 / europe@thorlabs.com Internet: Thorlabs Inc. 435 Route 206 Newton, NJ Phone: Fax: sales@thorlabs.com Internet: Thorlabs Japan Inc. 435 Route 206 Newton, NJ Phone: Fax: sales@thorlabs.com Internet: Our company is also represented by several distributors and sales offices throughout the world. Please call our hotline, send an to ask for your nearest distributor or just visit our homepage PM30 / page 31