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About This Manual
Document Purpose and Intended Audience
This document provides you with an installation section to get your system up and running.
What’s New in this Document
This version of the Fiber Optic Dual Switch FOS-2x2-TTL Installation and Operation Manual changes
the name from FODS to FOS, updates the logo and the contact information.
Document Summary
ChapterDescription
Chapter 1: Setup
Chapter 2: FOS-2x2-TTL Specifications
Chapter 3: Operating Instructions
Contains package contents and instructions for
unpacking, setting up and adjusting the optical power
of your FOS unit.
Contains operating specifications and pinout
information.
Provides instructions for setting the operating mode
of the FOS unit.
Product-Related Documentation
You can access documentation for Ocean Optics products by visiting our website at
http://www.oceanoptics.com. Select Technical → Operating Instructions, then choose the appropriate
document from the available drop-down lists. Or, use the
of the web page.
You can also access operating instructions for Ocean Optics products on the
Resources
Engineering-level documentation is located on our website at Technical → Engineering Docs.
CD included with the system.
Search by Model Number field at the bottom
Software and Technical
Upgrades
Occasionally, you may find that you need Ocean Optics to make a change or an upgrade to your system.
To facilitate these changes, you must first contact Customer Support and obtain a Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) number. Please contact Ocean Optics for specific instructions when returning a
product.
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Chapter 1
Setup
Overview
The following sections provide instructions on unpacking, setting up and adjusting your Fiber Optic Dual
Switch (FOS) unit.
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Unpacking the FOS Unit
► Procedure
1. Unpack your instrument carefully.
2. Inspect the outside of the instrument and make sure that there is no damage. Do not use the
instrument if damage is present. Contact your dealer for repair or replacement information, if
necessary.
3. Use this instrument in a clean laboratory environment.
Contents
Your package should contain the following:
FOS-2x2-TTL unit
One IC-DB15-2 interface cable for switch operation
Setup
Refer to Figures 1 and 2 when setting up your FOS unit.
► Procedure
To set up your FOS unit,
1. Plug the power supply into the main connection.
2. Plug the connector of the power supply into the sleeve (1) of FOS.
3. Remove the caps of SMA-connectors (2).
4. Connect the SMA connectors of your fibers to the SMA plugs.
5. Plug in your SUB-D 15-pol. connector-in sleeve (3) for automatic TTL-operation (cable
included).
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5
RIGHT
LEFT
3
Figure 1: Rear of FOS UnitFigure 2: Front of FOS Unit
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Adjusting Optical Power
The FOS is factory optimized on a fiber-core-diameter of 200µm. If other core diameters are used, you
can change the focal points. Refer to Figures 1 and 2 when adjusting the optical power.
► Procedure
Follow the steps below to change your focal points:
1. Move the shutter switch (4 – Figure 2) into the OPEN position to open the shutter.
2. Connect a fiber optic spectrometer or an optical power meter to one side of the FOS.
3. Connect a light source to the other side of the FOS.
4. Loosen the locking screw (5 – Figure 1) with a hexagonal socket screw key (SW 2.0 mm).
5. Move the SMA connector (2 – Figure 2) to adjust the optics of the FOS.
6. Tighten the locking screw (5 – Figure 1) when properly adjusted.
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Application Set-up
The following photograph shows a typical FOS set-up using a NonoCalc Thin Film Reflectometry
System.
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Chapter 2
FOS-2x2-TTL Specifications
This section provides information on the environmental and physical specifications of the FOS-2x2-TTL.
It also provides pinouts for the 15-pin connector.
Note
Modification of specifications and design to improve device performance are possible
without notice.
Operating Environment
The following table provides information on optimizing the operating environment of your FOS unit.
Operating EnvironmentThe FOS Unit . . .
MoistureIs designed for operation in dry rooms only.
VentilationShould be situated so that its location or position does not interfere
with proper ventilation.
HeatShould be situated away from any device that emits excessive heat.
Object and Liquid EntryShould be positioned so that objects do not fall on top of the unit.
Additionally, ensure that no liquids are spilled into the enclosure
through openings.
Power SourcesShould be connected to an approved power supply, such as the
Mikropack 12 VDC 1250mA analog regulated power supply (PS12V/1.25A)
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Specifications
SpecificationsCriteria
Spectral RangeUV-VIS
Shutter InputTTL maximum 5 Hz
Power Requirements12 VDC
Power ConsumptionMaximum 200 mA
WeightApproximately 500 g
Size100 x 90 x 70 mm
Pinout Information
The following table contains pinout information for the FOS-2x2-TTL:
PinDescription
1na
2na
3na
4na
5na
6na
7na
8na
9na
10Ground
11na
12na
13TTL Signal
14na
15na
na = not applicable
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Operating Instructions
Setting the Operating Mode
Operating the FOS unit requires setting its operating mode with the two switches on the unit’s front panel
to the appropriate positions (see Figure 3).
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Figure 3: FOS Unit Switches
Switch (4) PositionSwitch (6) PositionResult
LMANUALLeft Channel Open
TTL/DARKMANUALBoth Channels Closed
RMANUALRight Channel Open
Operation by external TTL signal:
TTL/DARKTTL
Other switch positions are not defined.
High - Left Channel Open
Low - Right Channel Open
Note
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Index
D
document
audience, iii
purpose, iii
summary, iii
F
front of unit, 3
O
operating environment, 5
operating mode
setting, 9
optical power
adjusting, 3
P
package contents, 2
pinouts, 6
product-related documentation, iii