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1. Figure 7 Accessing Lamp Compartment TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 17 To open the research housing unscrew the six knurled black thumbscrews on the side of the housing to remove the access door as shown in Figure 8 It may be necessary to back off the knurled lock nuts on the lamp positioning adjustment screws Figure 8 Opening Lamp Housing Door TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 18 4 3 XENON LAMP INSTALLATION Remove the twist tie or cable tie holding the sensor block in place and loosen the thumbscrew on the lamp mount as shown by the arrows in Figure 9 Note always use powder free gloves when handling a lamp After a lamp is ignited finger oils left on the lamp will etch into the envelope material Figure 9 Preparation for arc lamp installation TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 19 The lamp shipped with the system comes with a brass piece connected to the bottom lamp terminal cathode and a knurled thumbscrew at the top terminal anode The brass piece is referred to as a socket adapter The anode of the lamp is marked with a on the terminal A replacement lamp comes with knurled thumbscrews at both terminals When installing a replacement lamp the socket adapter must be removed from the previously used lamp and installed in place of the cathode thumbscrew The socket adapter installation is shown in Figure 10 The cathode is the bottom negative terminal Note2. TLS Series Oriel Tunable Light Source Systems User s Manual LIHIEL INSTRUMENTS A Newport Corporation Brand GO Newport Family of Brands ILX Lightwave New Focus e Ophir e Corion Richardson Gratings e Spectra Physics MTLS Rev 6 5 04 24 2014 10 11 12 13 TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMIATJIQDN iicestiuteteze sat ili id aii 4 1 1 SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS illa ep En En epe Ep idas 4 i MEC E mite 5 or ELECTRIGAL JAAZAR O Situado tl teret t d casada ut tetti 5 WA ASA dille 6 5 PAMPRANDEINO so iiti cite ater ted odas iena alal cocada da calo 6 INTRODUCTION e e e da T SYTEM SETUP rei a a 10 31 ITEMSAINCLUDEDWITA SYSTEM cocinado eli 10 eS Wy MES ze emet anita ai 10 33 CHOOSING ALOCATION so oceano decine ene 10 3 4 ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER CONNECTIONS eee menn 11 CAME INSTALLATION MET 14 41 LAMP HANDLING PREGAUTION Sii as 14 4 2 ACCESSING THE LAMP COMPARTMENT eere nnne 15 4 3 XENON LAMP INSTALLATION reter rear rear area nennen 18 44 QTH LAMP INSTALLATION aoro epu aee nl ear 23 mq LAMP STARTUP Titenana Ao a a i Dd A a 24 SOFIWARE CONFIGURATION elio 25 5 1 ESTABLISHING MONOCHROMATOR COMMUNICATION i 25 5 2 GRATING SELECTION PARAMETERS errada 26 53 FILTER SELECTION PARAMETERS iet ee leale 21 stTADJUSTMENTS ieri 28 6 1 MONOGHROMATOR
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4. Focus Optics Wheel Lens E O d Interconnect S able Cornerstone Monochromatic o Light Source 130 Light Output Monochromator Arc Lamp Power Supply Tunable monochromatic light source on mounting plate USB Cable to B Computer a O 65 Q go O a Og c Standard TLS System shown Actual layout and instruments are subject to change Figure 1 Basic System Block Diagram TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 9 XE ARC OR QTH LIGHT SOURCE MOTORIZED FILTER WHEEL WITH INTEGRATED ORDER SORTING FILTERS 1 8M 1 1 1 MONOCHROMATOR 282 WITH ADJUSTABLE SLIT ASSEMBLIES COLLIMATING LENS ASSEMBLY 12 24 y BASEPLATE Figure 2 Dimensions in Inches mm TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 10 3 SYSTEM SETUP 3 1 ITEMS INCLUDED WITH SYSTEM Oriel Instruments provides a pre aligned tunable light source installed on a mounting plate In addition the system includes 3 2 3 3 Power supply for lamp with power cord Lamp Xe models have brass socket adapter attached Lamp housing connection cable Power adapter power cord and USB cable for the monochromator TracQ Basic software installation CD with user s manual User s manuals for individual instruments Filter wrenches and allen wrench UNPACKING Remove all items from the shipping containers and verify each item is accounted for The system is carefully packaged to minimize the possibility of damage
5. Figure 24 Measurements Using 1560 um Slit iii 30 Figure 25 Measurements Using 3160 um Slit e 30 Figure 26 Are Lamp HOusing Constructo asire Setups acria tees 32 Figure 27 Normal vs Damaged Arc Eamp odo i eoe o i ii 36 Figure 28 74009 Monochromator Hand Controller nnne 40 TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 4 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Thank you for your purchase of this Tunable Light Source system from Oriel Instruments Please carefully read the following important safety precautions prior to unpacking and operating this equipment In addition please refer to the complete User s Manual for additional important notes and cautionary statements regarding the use and operation of the system Do not attempt to operate the system without reading all the information provided with each of the components 1 1 SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS WARNING Situation has the potential to cause bodily harm or death CAUTION oituation has the potential to cause damage to property or equipment ELECTRICAL SHOCK Hazard arising from dangerous voltage Any mishandling could result in irreparable damage to the equipment and personal injury or death means that it has been designed tested and certified as complying with all applicable European Union CE regulations and recommendations Additional important information the user or operator should consider EUROPEAN UNION CE MARK The
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7. Spectral resolution 2 E S i 0 0E 00 300 400 500 600 700 200 500 1000 1100 1200 1200 1400 1500 1600 1200 1500 Wavelength nm Figure 24 Measurements Using 1560 um Slit 40nm Spectral resolution Typical Optical Power MW gt 0 0E 00 300 400 500 600 700 800 200 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 Wavelength nm Figure 25 Measurements Using 3160 um Slit TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 31 7 MAINTENANCE LAMP REPLACEMENT The average life of each lamp type is noted below Note that the lifetime of the lamp can be affected by the manner in which it is used Frequent ignitions contamination of the lamp envelope and an excessively hot operating environment can all lead to reduced lamp life To avoid system down time consider purchasing a replacement lamp as the lamp nears the end of its useful life Lamp Model Average Lifetime 250W QTH 6334NS 50 hours 75W Xe 6263 400 hours 300W Xe 6258 900 hours The hours of lamp use should be regularly monitored on the lamp s power supply and reset when the lamp is replaced To check the lamp hours on the power supply press the Display Select button until the Lamp Hours LED is illuminated Always wear powder free gloves and eye protection when handling a lamp and read all precautions that came with the replacement lamp The system should be powered off and unplugged During lamp replacement it is an ideal time to inspect the lamp
8. Thermal strains can cause the lamp to explode under certain conditions Never touch any lamp with bare fingers or other contaminates Skin oil or other substances can burn into the lamp envelope during operation and negatively affect the lamp s performance and lifetime Always wear appropriate gloves and impact resistant goggles when handling any lamp Avoid any mechanical strain during handling Do not operate the lamp without all housing panels in place Lamps become very hot after only a few minutes of operation up to 150 C and remain quite hot for at least 10 to 15 minutes after being turned off TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 7 2 INTRODUCTION The Oriel Tunable Light Source series delivers monochromatic light from 250 nm to 2400 nm The output beam size is adjustable based on the sample requirements and desired resolution The Tunable Light Source consists of a number of instruments assembled aligned and tested as a system prior to shipment The output is characterized and data provided with the system The TLS is designed to be quick and easy to set up Mounting feet help with handling and leveling the system The system comes preassembled on a standard breadboard with 1 inch hole spacing The mounting feet are removable so the breadboard can be permanently mounted to an optical table if desired After installing the lamp and connecting the electrical cables it is ready to use The system includes filters to elimi
9. as shown in Figure 5 Again it is extremely important that the cable connections be completely tightened Plug the power cord provided into the back of the power supply Connect the other end of the power cord to the AC mains only after the lamp has been installed TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 13 Figure 4 Lamp Housing Connection a E a T gd Sho e EM Mort unt ba T2 E FED i iu be HH LH E Paki L LA Ema MORE i r iz F LETH Pila na Fi D ing rsu TET us E ud Figure 5 Power Supply Connections TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 14 4 LAMP INSTALLATION 4 1 LAMP HANDLING PRECAUTIONS CAUTION When installing the lamp you MUST e Wear eye protection e Wear powder free gloves e Make sure the power supply is turned off Read all warning labels and literature that were provided with the lamp and all literature provided with this system The power supply must be unpowered before installing the lamp Never touch the envelope of any lamp If it is touched clean it with isopropyl alcohol and a lint free tissue such as a Kimwipe In order to prevent getting contaminants on the glass envelope Oriel Instruments advises using powder free gloves while handling the lamp Wearing goggles is also strongly advised Use care when handling the lamp Do not bend flex or otherwise exert any unnecessary force on the lamp The l
10. necessary to incorporate optical filters into the design The physics of diffraction gratings is such that higher order wavelengths need to be blocked The filters selected for the Tunable Light Source have been chosen to block unwanted wavelengths By setting the filter parameters in the TracQ Basic software the monochromator will automatically select the appropriate filter for any desired wavelength Filter Selection Pur Select Filter Auto 7 O Present System Status Filter In Use Filter Label 2 Using Table Current Wavelength Wavelength Units 522 00 nanometer Automatic Filter Change Over Table From filter to filter at wavelength 1 2 355 00 3 625 00 4 1100 00 T 1580 00 6 Inf Figure 20 Filter Selection Table TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 28 6 SLIT ADJUSTMENTS Slits are mounted at the input and output ports of the monochromator The slit width is selected to achieve the required spectral resolution or throughput The input and output slits should be set identically The input and output ports of the monochromator utilize multiple fixed slit assemblies Each slit assembly is a rotating disc with eight fixed slit positions A manual wheel rotates the disc which has a positive detent for precise repeatability of the slit position A height adjustment slide varies the slit height from 1 to 12 mm Figure 21 Slit Wheel 6 1 MONOCHROMATOR RESOLUTION The following formula illustrates the effe
11. that the lamp plugs into will eventually become worn Consider replacing this item periodically The frequency at which a replacement should be installed will vary depending on the operator environment and usage The field replaceable QTH lamp socket adapter is model 60043 Contact Oriel Instruments or the representative through whom this equipment was purchased for servicing A Repair Material Authorization RMA number is required before sending any item in for servicing TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM n 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 1 POWER SUPPLY ERROR MESSAGES The power supply will display an error messages to indicate various reasons as to why a lamp cannot be ignited Only one message can be displayed at one time Message Error Possible Causes e Lamp housing door not closed ILOC Interlock Error e Black lamp cable not in place e Overheating e Lamp reached end of life e Replacement lamp installed upside down e Lamp construction defect e Excessive humidity condensation on igniter e Igniter component failure e Arcing due to UV degradation of materials Power Supply Failure e Contact for service If an iLOC error is displayed check that the door is secured in place lf necessary loosen the door screws push the door upward and re tighten the screws Ensure the black cable going to the left side of the lamp housing is secure Lamp Housing Or Lamp Failure If all items are in place contact Oriel I
12. 950 1000 1050 1100 i Background Subtraction Graph Controls MN ES 10 System Reading Instrument Status A LJ Y Plot O a Present Signal Reading 0 0000E 0 EL TNT Monochromator g m M Faa Detection Instrument I INSTRUMENTS Plot 2 MAS Y Present Wavelength 0 0000E 0 A Newport Corporal ind Figure 18 Monochromator Communication Established TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 26 5 2 GRATING SELECTION PARAMETERS In order to produce monochromatic light over the full wavelength range specified for a Tunable Light Source Oriel s Cornerstone 130 monochromator contains two ruled diffraction gratings Each grating is capable of working over a certain wavelength range based upon its design By setting the grating parameters in the TracQ Basic software the monochromator will automatically select the appropriate grating for any desired wavelength Go to the pull down menu Monochromator gt Gratings Adjust the settings as shown in Figure 19 Grating Selection Ps Select Grating Auto v Present System Status Grating In Use Grating Label 1 400 Current Wavelength Wavelength Units 595 01 nanometer Automatic Grating Change Over Table From grating to grating at wavelength Pa 1 2 690 00 Figure 19 Grating Selection Table TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 27 5 3 FILTER SELECTION PARAMETERS In order to ensure that the light produced by the Tunable Light Source system is monochromatic it is
13. Damaged Arc Lamp TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 37 9 SPECIFICATIONS 9 1 TLS SYSTEM 75W Xenon TLS 75X Lamp Type 250W Quartz Tungsten Halogen TLS 250Q 300W Xenon TLS 300X 0 34 TLS 75X Output Collimation 3 40 TLS 250Q 1 36 TLS 300X Weiaht 50 lbs 23 kg not including packing material or power supply Dimensions 1111 24 0 x 12 0 x 11 5 610 x 305 x 293 mm 9 2 MONOCHROMATOR Communication Interface USB Optional 74009 Hand Controller accessory 100 to 240 VAC 47 to 63 Hz 9 3 FILTER WHEEL Communication Interface Controlled via monochromator 2 seconds per position Order Sorting Filters Quantity 4 installed 9 4 LAMP POWER SUPPLY Input Voltage 95 to 264 VAC all models 4 A TLS 75X Input Current Maximum 5A TLS 250Q 8 A TLS 300X Line Regulation 0 0196 Light Ripple 0 5976 rms Weight 20 lbs 9 kg not including packing material 16 0 x 12 0 x 5 7 406 x 25 x 145 mm TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 38 9 5 SOFTWARE Microsoft Windows 7 32 bit or 64 bit Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 3 Processor 2 SUA minimum PRAM Hard Drive AAPP 800 MB Peripherals CD ROM USB port 9 6 OPTIONAL ACCESORIES Newport Power Meters Focusing Lens Assembl 77330 E Requires 1 inch 25 4 mm diameter lens 77776 77799 77800 All models require double female coupling ring Coupling Ring Double Female Quick Conne
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15. Q Basic allows the user to select the desired wavelength of monochromatic light Note the monochromator is also capable of emitting white light by selecting a wavelength of 0 nm In order to perform scans and acquire data using TracQ Basic a detection instrument is required Please refer to the user s manual included with the software for a list of compatible instruments 5 1 ESTABLISHING MONOCHROMATOR COMMUNICATION The monochromator must be connected to the computer with the USB cable and powered on before opening the software application When starting the TracQ Basic software for the first time prompts guide the user to select the detection instrument and monochromator for the system If no detection instrument is to be used click Cancel Otherwise select the instrument based on the instructions included with the software To select the Tunable Light Source monochromator navigate to the following folder C Program Files Newport Oriel Instruments TracQ Basic Highlight the folder named 74004USB then click Select Folder Verify that the indicator on the front panel of the software is green for the monochromator and detection instrument if one is utilized x Newport Oriel Tracq Basic Ve File Scan Monochromator Detection Instr Options About E 0 8 0 6 0 4 0 2 a 2 D m 8 a gt 0 2 0 4 DES 0 6 E I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 290 350 400 450 500 550 600 650 00 50 600 950 900
16. RES Figure 1 Basic System Block A eo a do e 8 Figure 2 Dimensions Miicies MM a lali 9 Figur 3 Monochromeator CONAN bia 12 Figure 4 Lamp Housing Gonneclion s cshlaiello edo a 13 Figure 5 Power Supply GCorneclloliS 55 0 iaia 13 Figure 6 Lamp Housing Adjustment Controls ii 15 Figure 7 Accessing Lamp Compariment nennen nennen nnn nnn nns nna inns sn nares aas 16 Figure 8 Opening Lamp Housing DOOM uscar 17 Figure 9 Preparation for arc lamp installation i 18 Figure 10 Socket Adapter Installation nennen nnne nennen nnns 19 Figure 11 Lamp Prepared for Installation elles 20 Figure 12 Arc Eamp OrentallOls emitir 20 Figure 13 Attachirig Sensor BIOCK n nea 21 Figure T4 Tightening TRUMBSCEW y ella 22 Figure 15 Xenon Arc Lamp Iastalled ici id dida bc 22 Figurel6 OTHLamp nsialialion sele 23 Figure 17 Power Supply Front Panel etsi a e deuce vite ee 24 Figure 18 Monochromator Communication Established i 25 Figure 19 Grating Selection Table i 26 Figure 20 Filter Selection Table e eeeererereeee aaa rerereeaaa nana nennen nnn n nnn nnns cena nnns 27 Figure 21 Slit WISE 28 Figure 22 Measurements Using 120 um Slit i 29 Figure 23 Measurements Using 760 um Slit iii 29
17. The lamp shown in Figure 10 has a wire attached to the lamp envelope This is what is referred to as a starter wire lts purpose is to help with achieving ignition Do not remove this wire Figure 10 Socket Adapter Installation TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 20 Remove the knurled thumbscrews that come installed on the anode end of the lamp as shown in Figure 11 Figure 11 Lamp Prepared for Installation Before installing the lamp refer to Figure 12 and double check that the socket adapter is installed on the cathode Running a lamp installed backwards will result in very premature failure which is not covered under warranty ANODE UP THUMBSCREW SOCKET ADAPTER e L THUMBSCREW Nem i c g LAMP MOUNT CATHODE DOWN Figure 12 Arc Lamp Orientation TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 21 Place the sensor block onto the threaded post at the anode terminal of the lamp Loosely secure the sensor block to the lamp with the knurled thumbscrew that came with the lamp as shown in Figure 13 Figure 13 Attaching Sensor Block Carefully place the lamp into the lamp mount with the cathode side down This is the end of the lamp where the brass socket adapter has been installed by the factory The endcaps of the lamps should not be subjected to strain as the lamp seals are fragile If the lamp includes a starter wire rotate the lamp so that the wire is facing to
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19. amp is under pressure and glass particles can act as projectiles if the lamp is broken Unpack the lamp carefully Set aside the packing material and box so that they can be used for lamp storage if the system is to be relocated at a later date do not transport a lamp housing while the lamp installed TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 15 4 2 ACCESSING THE LAMP COMPARTMENT The lamp position and reflector position have been pre set at the factory Do not turn the grey end caps when removing the door to the lamp compartment as this will move the lamp position If the rear reflector or lamp position adjustment knobs are moved it may reduce throughput and the accuracy of certain sensitive measurements such as quantum efficiency Figure 6 Lamp Housing Adjustment Controls TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 16 The lamp is packaged in its own protective box to prevent shipping damage The lamp housing door needs to be removed in order to install the lamp Remove the two socket head cap screws in front of the lamp housing door using the hex wrench provided with the system as shown in Figure 8 WARNING Never attempt to ignite a Xenon lamp without being certain that the lamp has been installed into the housing The resulting electrical arc will result in damage to the ignition circuit and may result in injury or death aaa viv dit FERA anf eri e T 111 VI qua A y
20. ct Fiber Bundle Focusing Assemblies TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 39 10 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMIT Y Manufacturer s name Manufacturer s address Declares that the product Product Name Model Numbers Type of equipment Newport Corporation 150 Long Beach Boulevard Stratford CT 06615 USA TLS Series Tunable Light Source TLS 75X TLS 300X and TLS 250Q Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use in industrial locations conforms to the following Product Specifications Safety EMC complies with the following Directives and accordingly carries the C mark C mark affixed Vit Nancy Fernandes Site Manager Oriel Products Division 150 Long Beach Boulevard Stratford CT 06615 USA EN 61010 1 2010 EN 61326 1 2012 2004 108 EC EMC Directive 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive Beaune Mar 31 2013 Bruno Rety Authorized to compile technical documentation Group Director PPT Instrument and Motion Europe Micro Controle Division of Newport Corporation Zone Industrielle 45340 Beaune la Rolande France TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 40 11 APPENDIX A LAMP ALIGNMENT The lamp position is pre aligned and locked into place before shipment If throughput is critical for the application it may be desirable to make very small adjustments to the lamp position after it has been re installed To do so connect a detection instrument t
21. ct of monochromator slit widths on the resolution of the instrument The dispersion is a function of the grating design and may be different for a customized system Note that the Slit Width mm x Reciprocal of the Dispersion nm mm Resolution at blaze wavelength Grating Wavelength Range Reciprocal Dispersion Blaze Wavelength 200 nm to 690 nm 13 3 nm mm 690 nm to 2400 nm 13 0 nm mm 1000 nm Grating 1 Grating 2 Resolution Resolution TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 29 6 2 THROUGHPUT AND RESOLUTION The following graphs are intended to illustrate the effects of slit width selection in terms of throughput and resolution The graphs provide general guidance only Data for the system that was purchased is included with the shipment The data was obtained using model 71675 Oriel Silicon detector model 71682 Oriel Germanium detector and the 1918 R Newport power meter 1 56nm Spectral resolution z E E E E o E a E mal i 0 0E 00 e at _ _ A 300 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 Wavelength nm Figure 22 Measurements Using 120 um Slit 10nm Spectral resolution 250W OTH 300W Xe 75W Xe Typical Optical Power Wi et ai PA o 0S 0 0E 00 300 400 500 600 700 800 500 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1500 Wavelength nm Figure 23 Measurements Using 760 um Slit TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 30 20nm
22. during shipment Inspect the shipping boxes for external signs of damage or mishandling Inspect the contents for damage If any item is missing or damaged immediately contact Oriel Instruments or the Newport representative from whom the system was purchased It is suggested to save the packaging material and shipping container in case the equipment needs to be relocated at a future date WARNING Do not attempt to operate this equipment if there is evidence of shipping damage or there is suspicion that the equipment will not operate correctly Damaged equipment may present hazards CHOOSING A LOCATION Choose an installation location where the power requirements can be met for the system Be sure power is not applied to the system until the setup has been completed The environment should be that of a typical laboratory atmosphere without excessive humidity and contaminants in the air Do not allow the ventilation holes on the system s components or its computer to be blocked Air should be able to circulate freely around the system When the system is placed in its final location check to ensure that none of the pre assembled items have become loose during handling TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 11 3 4 ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER CONNECTIONS Before powering up the system for the first time it is strongly suggested to have a qualified electrician verify the wall socket to be used with the TLS System meets the req
23. even when not powered up The rear reflector should not be cleaned It has a special coating on it to enhance UV throughput this coating will be damaged if it is wiped If the reflector became coated with contaminants that were ingested by the lamp housing s fan it must be replaced INTERNAL IGNITER DOOR INTERLOCK SWITCHES FOCUSING LEVER WITH LOCKING THERMAL SHUT ad gt SCREW OFF SWITCH 9 CONDENSER i DX ESSE REFLECTOR SS SEO LENS ASSEMBLY SN NS 7 o Y Sez Figure 26 Arc Lamp Housing Construction If the rear reflector or wiring requires replacement contact Oriel Instruments or the representative through whom this equipment was purchased for servicing A Repair Material Authorization RMA number is required before sending any item in for servicing TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 33 7 4 QTH LAMP HOUSING INSPECTION The material used inside an arc lamp housing is subjected to UV light whenever the lamp is powered UV light will eventually cause degradation of materials When the lamp housing door has been removed to replace the lamp it is the ideal time to examine the lamp housing for signs of wear The rear reflector should not be cleaned It has a special coating on it to enhance UV throughput this coating will be damaged if it is wiped If the reflector became coated with contaminants that were ingested by the lamp housing s fan it must be replaced The socket adapter
24. f the lamp with the socket and pushing in slowly without excessive rocking back and forth Replace the door of the lamp housing making sure to engage the safety interlock tabs Secure the door in place using the six plastic fasteners Use all of them to prevent light leakage Reinstall the socket head cap screws in from of the door to secure the lamp housing to the mounting plate Note Under no circumstances should the interlock tabs be removed or the interlock circumvented or defeated Note that the lamp housing cannot be operated without its door being secured in place If the door in not secured in place an LOC error will appear on the power supply display TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 24 4 5 LAMP STARTUP The power supply has been factory configured for proper operation with the TLS system No adjustments to the settings are required To start the lamp first switch on the power supply using the switch located on its front panel There is no output until the Lamp Start button on the front panel of the power supply A Xenon lamp will go to full power immediately after it has been ignited A QTH lamp will gradually ramp up to the operating current to minimize the stress on the lamp All types of lamps must be allowed to fully warm up and stabilize prior to data acquisition By pressing the Display Select button one can observe the current voltage watts or lamp hours on the display A red LED in the display area indica
25. housing for signs of wear Refer to the next section for more information When an arc lamp is to be replaced remove the old lamp and unscrew the brass socket adapter from the bottom terminal On the replacement lamp remove the thumbscrew on the bottom terminal and screw on the brass socket adapter Refer to the Section 4 of this manual for more information To reset the lamp hours on the power supply the power supply must be turned on while the lamp Is off Press the Setup button Press the Display Select button until Hrs Reset LED is blinking Press and hold the Set Enter button until the display goes blank Press Setup p IM 7 2 CLEANING Clean the exterior of the system using a clean dry cloth Ensure that the ventilation holes are not blocked with dust Vacuum the openings if necessary When not in use cover the output port of the Tunable Light Source TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 32 7 3 ARC LAMP HOUSING INSPECTION The material used inside an arc lamp housing is subjected to UV light whenever the lamp is powered UV light will eventually cause degradation of materials When the lamp is being replaced one can examine the interior of the lamp housing to check for signs of wear Particular attention should be paid to all wiring and the white high voltage cables These items are visible during normal lamp replacement Never remove the top cover of the lamp housing The ignitor circuit contains high voltages
26. ke it difficult to disconnect the power cords e Use only the specified replacement parts e Follow precautions for static sensitive devices when handling this equipment e This product should only be powered as described in the manual e Do not remove the cover for normal usage 1 3 ELECTRICAL HAZARDS Make all connections to or from the power supply with the power off Do not use the power supply without its cover in place Lethal voltages are present inside TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 6 1 4 FIRE HAZARDS 1 5 Lamps are extremely hot during operation and for several minutes after being shut off Keep flammable objects away from the lamp and lamp housing Newport Research fan cooled Housings are equipped with a condenser lens The re focused output of this lens can cause ignition of flammable targets ex wooden walls certain chemicals To avoid fire hazard use only the specified fuses with the correct type number voltage and current ratings as referenced in the appropriate locations in the service instructions or on the equipment Only qualified service personnel should replace fuses LAMP HANDLING Read all information and warnings provided with lamp Xenon arc lamps used in this system is filled with rare gas at high pressure so there is a danger of lamp explosion due to mechanical failure This is particularly true when the lamp is operating since the internal pressure can reach tens of atmospheres
27. nate second order effects from the monochromatic light output A six position slit wheel is located at each monochromator port allowing the user to select the output beam size and a resolution of up to 0 6 nm The collimated output may be coupled to focusing optics detector or other accessories using the standard Oriel 1 5 inch flange system Oriel s TracQ Basic software is included with the system allowing computer controlled wavelength selection The data acquisition and spectroscopy software allows customers to quickly and easily acquire spectroscopic measurement data without knowing how to program TracQ is a LabVIEW based application integrating Oriel monochromators spectrographs control with detection systems TracQ contains spectral math functions which enables users to acquire spectral absorption transmission reflection and radiometric emission TracQ also contains algorithms that enable users to make external quantum efficiency QE measurements TracQ Basic acquires processes and displays data in real time Three models are available differentiated by lamp type e 75W Xenon e 300 W Xenon e 250 W Quartz Tungsten Halogen QTH Custom configurations are also available based upon other instruments available from Newport Corporation Contact Oriel Instruments or the regional sales representative for Newport for more information TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 8 Collimating Motorized and Filter Collimating
28. nstruments or the representative from whom this system was purchased for service There are no user serviceable parts inside of the power supply Do not open and attempt to troubleshoot this unit Contact Oriel Instruments or the representative from whom this system was purchased for service For more information on the LP error message for an arc lamp refer to Section 8 2 in this manual regarding lamp ignition difficulties TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 35 8 2 DIFFICULTY IGNITING ARC LAMP When the Lamp On button is pushed on the power supply up to five ignition attempts are made If the arc lamp does not ignite an LP error will appear on the power supply display Ignition failure can be due to a number of causes The system is designed to operate in a typical laboratory atmosphere Excessive humidity or condensation on the igniter will cause an LP error A clicking noise is heard when ignitions are attempted If the clicking noise is absent there may be a problem with a component on the igniter itself If a replacement lamp is installed upside down it will likely ignite However the lifespan of the lamp is greatly reduced If the lamp s electrode has a ball formed on the end this indicates that the lamp was used incorrectly This situation is not covered under warranty Discoloration of the terminals of the lamp particularly the top one can indicate overheating Normally the fan on the lamp housing begins to
29. o the output of the monochromator After setting up the grating and filter parameters in the software go to the desired wavelength Make tiny horizontal and or vertical lamp position adjustments until the peak signal is obtained Note it is not recommended to adjust the rear reflector Any adjustments made to either the lamp position or reflector position is done solely at the risk of the end user 12 APPENDIX B OPTIONAL HAND CONTROLLER If it is desired to operate the tunable light source without requiring a computer the model 74009 Cornerstone Hand Controller may be purchased It can be used to perform all the same basic functions as the software Note when selecting a wavelength the grating and filter must also be selected via the hand controller Automatic changeover tables are available only through software a E Sens PRA SL 4 ease Se r Mar n a d 60 WAVE 60 000 MAG Bele 081 Figure 28 74009 Monochromator Hand Controller TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 41 13 WARRANTY AND SERVICE 13 1 CONTACTING ORIEL INSTRUMENTS Oriel Instruments belongs to Newport Corporation s family of brands Thanks to a steadfast commitment to quality innovation hard work and customer care Newport is trusted the world over as the complete source for all photonics and laser technology and equipment Founded in 1969 Newport is a pioneering single source solutions provider of laser and photonics com
30. on on the power line A dedicated power line or line isolation may be required in certain locations as the electronics contained in the instrument are sensitive to static electricity and radiated electromagnetic fields Operation of the monochromator near intense pulsed sources lasers Xenon flash lamps etc may compromise performance If shielding is inadequate the microprocessor may be damaged The ribbon cable connecting the monochromator to the filter wheel is installed before the system ships out The monochromator provides power to the filter wheel and allows the user to select which filter is placed in the optical path TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 12 Ensure the monochromator power switch is in the off position marked as O Then connect the power adapter to the monochromator as shown in Figure 3 Insert the power cord provided into the power adapter and connect to the AC mains Connect the USB cable to the monochromator as shown in Figure 3 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the computer only after the TracQ Basic software is installed Figure 3 Monochromator Connections Connect the lamp housing interconnection cable to the lamp housing as shown in Figure 4 It is extremely important that the cable connections be completely tightened to prevent arcing Ensure the switch for the lamp power supply is in the off position Attach the other end of the interconnection cable to the back of the power supply
31. operate a few minutes after the lamp is ignited The fan speed is regulated so that the lamp is maintained at its optimal temperature If the lamp envelope is completely black inside it may indicate that the seal at one of the terminal end caps has broken This could be due to rough handling a lamp defect or a failure when overheated Some arc lamps are shipped with a wire around its envelope This is referred to as a starter wire which helps to ignite the lamp Do not remove this wire 8 3 LAMP CARE AND HANDLING Do not allow any contaminants or fingerprints to get onto the lamp envelope Always wear powder free gloves If the lamp becomes contaminated do not use it before cleaning it with isopropyl alcohol Dry completely before using If contaminants are not removed it may lead to reduced light output overheating damage to the envelope and premature failure 8 4 LAMP HOUSING THERMOSTAT The lamp housing is equipped with a shut off switch which will activate when the lamp housing becomes too hot The lamp will be shut off and an iLOC error will appear on the power supply display When the lamp housing temperature returns to normal the iLOC error will disappear The lamp housing will require servicing before the lamp is ignited again Note that overheating will reduce the lamp s life TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 36 A NORMAL LAMP ALAMP INSTALLED BACKWARDS d Te No Y la y Figure 27 Normal vs
32. ponents to the leaders in scientific research life and health sciences photovoltaics microelectronics industrial manufacturing and homeland security markets Newport Corporation proudly serves customers across Canada Europe Asia and the United otates through 9 international subsidiaries and 24 sales offices worldwide Every year the Newport Resource catalog is hailed as the premier sourcebook for those in need of advanced technology products and services It is available by mail request or through Newport s website The website is where one will find product updates interactive demonstrations specification charts and more To obtain information regarding sales technical support or factory service United States and Canadian customers should contact Oriel Instruments directly Oriel Instruments 150 Long Beach Boulevard Stratford CT 06615 USA Telephone 800 714 5393 toll free in United States 203 377 8282 Fax 203 378 2457 Sales oriel sales newport com Technical assistance oriel tech newport com Repair Service rma service newport com Customers outside of the United States must contact their regional representative for all sales technical support and service inquiries A list of worldwide representatives can be found on Oriel s website http www newport com oriel TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 42 13 2 REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE SERVICE Please have the following information available when requesting assi
33. presence of the CE Mark on Newport Corporation equipment Please read all instructions that were provided prior to operation of the system If there are any questions please contact Oriel Instruments or the representative through whom the system was purchased TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 5 1 2 GENERAL WARNINGS e Read all warnings and operating instructions for this system prior to setup and use e Do not use this equipment in or near water e To prevent damage to the equipment read the instructions in the equipment manual for proper input voltage e his equipment is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cords e Route power cords and other cables so they are not likely to be damaged e Disconnect power before cleaning the equipment e Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners use only a damp lint free cloth e Lock out all electrical power sources before servicing the equipment e To avoid explosion do not operate this equipment in an explosive atmosphere e Qualified service personnel should perform safety checks after any service e If this equipment is used in a manner not specified in this manual the protection provided by this equipment may be impaired e o prevent damage to equipment when replacing fuses locate and correct the problem that caused the fuse to blow before re applying power e Do not block ventilation openings e Do not position this product in such a manner that would ma
34. s discretion Oriel is not responsible for damage occurring in transit The Owner of the product bears all risk of loss or damage to the returned Products until delivery at Oriel s facility Oriel is not responsible for product damage once it has left the facility after repair or replacement has been completed Oriel is not obligated to accept products returned without an RMA number Any return shipment received by Oriel without an RMA number may be reshipped by Newport freight collect to the Owner of the product 13 4 NON WARRANTY REPAIR For Products returned for repair that are not covered under warranty Newport s standard repair charges shall be applicable in addition to all shipping expenses Unless otherwise stated in Newport s repair quote any such out of warranty repairs are warranted for ninety 90 days from date of shipment of the repaired Product Oriel will charge an evaluation fee to examine the product and determine the most appropriate course of action Payment information must be obtained prior to having an RMA number assigned Customers may use a valid credit card and those who have an existing account with Newport Corporation may use a purchase order TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 43 When the evaluation had been completed the owner of the product will be contacted and notified of the final cost to repair or replace the item If the decision is made to not proceed with the repair only the evaluation fee
35. stance or service Contact information for the owner of the product Instrument model number located on the product label Product serial number and date of manufacture located on the product label Description of the problem To help Oriel s Technical Support Representatives diagnose the problem please note the following Is the system used for manufacturing or research and development What was the state of the system right before the problem Had this problem occurred before If so when and how frequently Can the system continue to operate with this problem or is it non operational Were there any differences in the application or environment before the problem occurred 13 3 REPAIR SERVICE This section contains information regarding factory service for this product The user should not attempt any maintenance or service of the system beyond the procedures outlined in this manual This product contains no user serviceable parts other than what is noted in this manual Any problem that cannot be resolved should be referred to Oriel Instruments If the instrument needs to be returned for service a Return Material Authorization RMA number must be obtained prior to shipment to Oriel Instruments This RMA number must appear on both the shipping container and the package documents Return the product to Oriel Instruments freight prepaid clearly marked with the RMA number and it either will be repaired or replaced it at Oriel
36. t be responsible for any damage occurring in transit or obligated to accept Products returned for warranty repair without an RMA number Buyer bears all risk of loss or damage to the Products until delivery at Oriel s facility Oriel shall pay for shipment back to Buyer for Products repaired under warranty WARRANTY PEHIOD All Products except consumables such as lamps filters etc described here are warranted for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of shipment or 3000 hours of operation whichever comes first Lamps gratings optical filters and other consumables spare parts whether sold as separate Products or constituting components of other Products are warranted for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of shipment WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS The above warranty does not apply to Products which are a repaired modified or altered by any party other than Oriel b used in conjunction with equipment not provided or authorized by Oriel c subjected to unusual physical thermal or electrical stress improper installation misuse abuse accident or negligence in use storage transportation or handling alteration or tampering or d considered a consumable item or an item requiring repair or replacement due to normal wear and tear TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 44 DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE REMEDY THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROV
37. tes which parameter is being shown The average lifespan of each lamp type is noted in Section 7 1 Periodically check the lamp hours so that a replacement lamp may be ordered before the original lamp fails The lamp housing is cooled by its own fan The fan speed is regulated by the electronics built into the lamp housing An additional safety shutoff switch is also present to turn off the lamp in case of overheating When one is finished with using the system use the Lamp Off button to turn off the lamp While the power switch is left on the lamp housing fan will switch to high speed to cool the lamp This cooling process takes up to 20 minutes After this time has elapsed the fan shuts off Note Excessive ignition places stress on the lamp wears away the arc lamp electrodes and will reduce lamp life Always allow the lamp to cool off completely before re igniting it If there are any difficulties igniting the lamp refer to Section 8 of this manual for possible causes of lamp ignition failure and power supply error messages DISPLAY LAMP LAMP DISPLAY POWER OFF START SELECT SWITCH BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON Figure 17 Power Supply Front Panel TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 25 5 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION Follow the instructions provided with the TracQ Basic CD to install the software onto a computer The software is used to set up the monochromator s grating and filter parameters After the setup has been completed Trac
38. uirements for operation as noted Before making any electrical connections verify the front panel power switches are in the off position for the monochromator and lamp power supply WARNING To avoid electric shock connect the instrument to properly earth grounded 3 prong receptacles only Failure to observe this precaution can result in severe injury or death The line voltage requirements are as follows Lamp Power Supply 95 to 264 VAC 50 60 Hz Monochromator Power Adapter 100 to 240 VAC 47 63 Hz The Tunable Light Source system conforms to CE standards for both safety and EMC During normal use this equipment will not pose any electrical hazards to the user Read all warnings before installing or operating this system If there are any questions or concerns contact Oriel Instruments or the regional sales representative for Newport ELECTRICAL SHOCK Never attempt to open the lamp power supply or monochromator power adapter These items do not contain any user serviceable parts Failure to follow this warning can result in severe injury or death The monochromator s power adapter connects to an AC wall socket and supplies DC voltage to the instrument Do not open the monochromator cover and attempt to work inside without first turning the instrument off and disconnecting the power cord from the AC mains The monochromator has an internal microprocessor and should be installed with appropriate surge EMI RFI protecti
39. wards the back of the lamp housing The back of the lamp housing is where the baffle covers the fan directly opposite of the door opening After the lamp has been oriented correctly be sure to fully tighten the thumbscrew on the lamp mount and tighten the thumbscrew at the top of the lamp Replace the door of the lamp housing making sure to engage the safety interlock tabs Secure the door in place using the six plastic fasteners Use all of them to prevent light leakage Reinstall the socket head cap screws in from of the door to secure the lamp housing to the mounting plate Note Under no circumstances should the interlock tabs be removed or the interlock circumvented or defeated Note that the lamp housing cannot be operated without its door being secured in place If the door in not secured in place an LOC error will appear on the power supply display TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 22 Figure 14 Tightening Thumbscrew Figure 15 Xenon Arc Lamp Installed TLS Series TUNABLE LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEM Page 23 4 4 QTH LAMP INSTALLATION Note always use powder free gloves when handling a lamp After a lamp is ignited finger oils left on the lamp will etch into the envelope material A Quartz Tungsten Halogen QTH lamp is very delicate so it should not be subjected to excessive strain or it may break Figure 16 QTH Lamp Installation Mount the lamp in the socket adapter by carefully lining up the two pins o
40. will be billed lf authorization to perform the repair or provide a replacement is obtained the evaluation fee will be applied to the final cost A revised purchase order must be submitted for the final cost If paying by credit card written authorization must be provided that will allow the full repair cost to be charged to the card 13 5 WARRANTY REPAIR If there are any defects in material or workmanship or a failure to meet specifications notify Oriel Instruments promptly prior to the expiration of the warranty Except as otherwise expressly stated in Oriel s quote or in the current operating manual or other written guarantee for any of the Products Oriel warrants that for the period of time set forth below with respect to each Product or component type the Warranty Period the Products sold hereunder will be free from defects in material and workmanship and will conform to the applicable specifications under normal use and service when correctly installed and maintained Oriel shall repair or replace at Oriel s sole option any defective or nonconforming Product or part thereof which is returned at Buyer s expense to Oriel facility provided that Buyer notifies Oriel in writing promptly after discovery of the defect or nonconformity and within the Warranty Period Products may only be returned by Buyer when accompanied by a return material authorization number RMA number issued by Oriel with freight prepaid by Buyer Oriel shall no
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