Mini Deuterium Light Source
Mini-D2-GS
Installation and Operation Manual
Document Number 000-10000-110-02-0704
Offices:
E-mail: Info@OceanOptics.com (General sales
Ocean Optics, Inc.
830 Douglas Ave., Dunedin, FL, USA 34698
Phone 727.733.2447
Fax 727.733.3962
8:30 a.m.–6 p.m. EST
Ocean Optics B.V. (Europe)
Nieuwgraaf 108 G, 6921 RK DUIVEN, The Netherlands
Phone 31-(0)26-3190500
F ax 31-(0)26-3190505
inquiries)
Info@OceanOpticsBV.com (European sales
inquiries)
Orders@OceanOptics.com (Questions about
orders)
TechSupport@OceanOptics.com (Technical support)
Protective Eye Wear Must Be Worn
When Using This Instrument -
Intense Ultraviolet Radiation Present
WARNING
See Important Safety Notices inside.
Copyright © 2001-2004 Ocean Optics, Inc.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, by any means, electronic,
mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without written permission from Ocean Optics, Inc.
This manual is sold as part of an order and subject to the condition that it shall not, by way of trade or otherwise, be lent, re-sold, hired out or
otherwise circulated without the prior consent of Ocean Optics, Inc. in any form of binding or cover other than that in which it is published.
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Every effort has been made to make this manual as complete and as accurate as possible, but no warranty or fitness is implied. The information
provided is on an “as is” basis. Ocean Optics, Inc. shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss or
damages arising from the information contained in this manual.
Important Safety Notices
1. Do not remove or modify any installed safety device on this equipment. Doing so will void
your warranty and create an unsafe operating environment.
2. Dangerous voltages are present in this device. There are NO user serviceable parts inside.
3. Only allow qualified personnel to service this unit.
4. Do not use the unit if it is damaged in any way. Contact your dealer for repair or replacement
information.
5. Always screw in the fiber optic cables before starting the instrument.
WARNING
Protective eyewear must be worn when using this equipment - Intense
ultraviolet radiation present.
Never look directly into the light beam, as this can cause eye damage.
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Table of Contents
About This Manual .......................................................................................................... iii
Document Purpose and Intended Audience .............................................................................. iii
Document Summary .................................................................................................................. iii
Product-Related Documentation................................................................................................ iii
Upgrades......................................................................................................................... iii
Chapter 1: Setup .................................................................................1
Overview.......................................................................................................................... 1
Unpacking the Mini-D2-GS ........................................................................................................2
Contents ....................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2: Mini-D2-GS Specifications...............................................3
Operating Environment.................................................................................................... 3
Mini-D2-GS Components ................................................................................................ 3
Front Panel ................................................................................................................................ 4
Rear Panel................................................................................................................................. 4
Appendix A: Bulb Replacement.........................................................7
Replacing the Bulb .......................................................................................................... 7
Index .....................................................................................................9
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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.
Document Summary
Chapter Description
Chapter 1: Setup Contains a list of package contents and unpacking
instructions.
Chapter 2: Mini-D2-GS Specifications Contains operating environment specifications, as
well as other physical details of the product.
Appendix A: Bulb Replacement Provides instructions for changing the bulb.
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 Search by Model Number field at the bottom
of the web page.
You can also access operating instructions for Ocean Optics products on the Software and Technical
Resources CD included with the system.
Engineering-level documentation is located on our website at Technical → Engineering Docs.
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 an Ocean Optics Application Scientist for specific
instructions when returning a product.
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Chapter 1
Setup
Overview
The following sections provide instructions on unpacking and setting up your Mini-D2-GS Mini
Deuterium Light Source.
Before using the MINI-D2-GS for the first time check for transport damage. Be sure to adhere to all
warnings on the unit and in this manual.
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Unpacking the Mini-D2-GS
► Procedure
1. Unpack your lamp assembly carefully. Although the lamp is rigidly mounted, dropping this
instrument can cause permanent damage.
2. Inspect the outside of the instrument and make sure that there is no damage. Do not use the
instrument if damage is present.
3. Use this instrument in a clean laboratory environment.
Contents
Your Mini-D2-GS package should contain the following:
Mini-D2-GS Mini Deuterium Light Source
This manual
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Chapter 2
Mini-D2-GS Specifications
This section provides information on the operating environment and physical controls of the Mini-D2-GS.
Operating Environment
The following table provides information on optimizing the operating environment of your MINI-D2-GS.
Operating Environment The Mini-D2-GS Unit . . .
Moisture Is designed for operation in dry rooms only.
Ventilation Should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere
with proper ventilation.
Heat Should be situated away from any device that emits excessive heat.
Object and Liquid Entry Should 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 Sources Should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in
the operating instructions or as marked on the unit.
Mini-D2-GS Components
The following sections describe the components located on the front and rear of the Mini-D2-GS.
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Front Panel
Deuterium ON/OFF
Halogen ON/OFF
SMA Connector
SMA Connector
The SMA connector has a protection cap in place to prevent users from unintentionally looking directly
into the light source. To avoid this occurrence, connect the fiber optic cable to the SMA connector before
starting the Mini-D2-GS lamp. Use caution when handling other end of the fiber optic cable to ensure that
light radiation does not come into contact with skin and/or eyes.
WARNING
Shutter ON/OFF/TTL
Power LED
Protective eyewear must be worn when using this equipment - Intense
ultraviolet radiation present.
Never look directly into the light beam, as this can cause eye damage.
Rear Panel
Componenets on the rear panel of the Mini-D2-GS consist of
• Power Input Connector
• Lamp ON/OFF/TTL Switch
Power Input Connector
When a 12VDC connection is supplied to the Mini-D2-GS, the lamp automatically switches to the basic
operating mode. The LED indicator on the front panel will light to reflect this condition.
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Lamp ON/OFF/TTL Switch
When this switch is turned ON (when the lamp has power), you can operate the lamp by using the
switches on the front panel.
Switch Position Function
ON The deuterium and halogen bulbs are illuminated.
OFF The deuterium and halogen bulbs are not illuminated.
TTL The lamp is powered up and can be controlled by the SUB-D connector:
• Pin 10 = Ground
• Pin 5 = Halogen ON/OFF
• Pin 1 = Deuterium ON/OFF
• Pin 13 = Shutter Open/Close
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Appendix A
Bulb Replacement
To order replacement bulbs for the MINI-D2-GS, order item number: Mini-D2-B.
Replacing the Bulb
Use the following procedure to replace the bulb.
Procedure
►
1. Remove the four screws on the bottom of the housing of the Mini-D2-GS and remove the
cover.
2. Disconnect the four cables attached to the deuterium and halogen bulb.
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3. Loosen the screw located on the bulb housing.
Bulb Housing
Screw
4. Remove the bulb from the Mini-D2-GS by gently pulling the bulb backwards out of the
internal bulb socket.
Pull
Gentl
Caution
Do not turn or wiggle the bulb during removal, as this can damage the bulb socket.
5. Reverse the steps above to insert the new Mini-D2-B into the bulb housing.
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Index
B
bulb replacement, 7
C
components, 3
front panel, 4
rear panel, 4
D
document
audience, iii
purpose, iii
summary, iii
L
Lamp ON/OFF/TTL Switch, 5
O
operating environment, 3
P
package contents, 2
Power Input Connector, 4
product-related documentation, iii
S
setup, 1
SMA Connector, 4
specifications, 3
U
unpacking procedure, 2
upgrades, iii
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