MODEL RGH AIO LASER

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

MANUAL
(May 2017)

1800 Ocean Avenue, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779, USA

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www.photonix.com [email protected]
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

PREFACE ................................................................................................................................................. 2
MODEL RGH- SERIES LASER WARRANTY INFORMATION ....................................... 3
PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 4
LASER SAFETY............................................................................................................ 5
Laser Safety Features ............................................................................................... 7
COOLANT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ............................................................................ 9
PREPARATIONS FOR TRANSPORT/LONG TERM STORAGE ...................................... 10
UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION ............................................................... 11
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS .........................................................................................................13
Power Consumption ............................................................................................... 14
Laser Control .......................................................................................................... 15
User I/O Connector Description.......................................................................... 16
Remote Control of Laser System........................................................................... 18
TYPICAL INTERCONNECTIONS TO THE LASER CONTROLLER ................................ 19
LASER OPERATION ..............................................................................................................................21
RS-232 COMMUNICATION ..................................................................................................................24
ETHERNET COMMUNICATION .............................................................................................................33
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................37
LOW POWER ............................................................................................................. 38
NO POWER ................................................................................................................ 39
FLOW ALARM ........................................................................................................... 40
LD TEMPERATURE ERROR ...................................................................................... 41
SHG/THG TEMPERATURE ERROR ......................................................................... 42
APPENDIX .............................................................................................................................................43
Desiccator / Relative Humidity Indicator Maintenance...................................... 44

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Preface

This manual contains general user information for the model RGH- Series
AIO lasers. General information contained herein is applicable to
fundamental IR lasers, as well as second and third harmonic lasers. For
specific laser parameters, refer to the Test Report supplied with the
system.

The RGH Series laser is an OEM product designed for incorporation into
other equipment. Accordingly, the device has not been certified by CDRH
and is to be used only as a component within other devices. The user is
responsible for CDRH certification and/or other regulatory issues in the
location and use. Below are two specific symbols that are used throughout
the manual. Please note and read carefully all of the places that they are
used. All of the features and specifications of the RGH Series laser are
subject to change without notice.

This symbol is intended to alert the operator to the danger of

4000-001A
exposure to hazardous Visible, Invisible, or Ultra Violet (UV)
radiation.

This symbol is intended to alert the operator to a potential danger to

the operator or equipment, or to give the operator important
! instructions.

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MODEL RGH- SERIES LASER WARRANTY INFORMATION

Warning! Read this manual carefully before you start the installation
! of the laser.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS

MANUAL COULD RESULT IN INJURY, DAMAGE TO THE
LASER, OR VOID THE WARRANTY.

REMOVING ANY LASERHEAD SEAL OR SECURITY

FASTENERS WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION OF PHOTONICS
INDUSTRIES WILL VOID ALL LIABILITIES OF THE
MANUFACTURER AND WARRANTY CLAIMS OF THE USER.

1800 Ocean Avenue, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779, USA

Tel: (631) 218-2240, Fax (631) 218-2275
www.photonix.com [email protected]

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Precautions

Only trained personnel familiar with the operation and safety

! precautions listed in this manual should attempt to operate this laser
system.

The RGH- Series laser is a Class IV-High Power Laser. Extreme care
should be taken during operation. The output beam is a fire and
4000-001A safety hazard.

Emergency Shutdown
In an emergency, turn OFF the push-button switch on the Laser and
unplug the incoming AC line cord.

Warranty
The formal warranty conditions are specified in the sales contract.

The laser-head top cover has a security seal label, and one or more
security fasteners, with blue colored lacquer applied to the fastener head.
These cannot be altered or the warranty will be voided.

The end user is responsible to perform the maintenance required to

maintain the condition of the laser coolant and desiccators. Refer to the
sections in this manual that provide detailed maintenance information.

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LASER SAFETY

Direct eye contact with the output beam from the laser will cause
4000-001A
serious damage and possible blindness.

The greatest danger when using a laser is eye safety. In addition to the
main beam, there are often many smaller beams present at various angles
near the laser system. These beams are formed by scattered reflections of
the main beam at polished surfaces such as lenses, mirrors and other
optics. While weaker than the main beam, scattered reflections can be
intense enough to cause eye damage.

Laser beams are powerful enough to burn skin, clothing or paint. Even at
a distance, they can ignite volatile substances such as solvents. The laser
beam can damage light sensitive elements in video cameras and photo
diodes. The laser beam may also cause damage if contacted indirectly
from some reflective surfaces. The user is advised to follow the
precautions below and in this manual.

Safe Operation of Class IV lasers:

1. Observe all safety precautions in this manual.

2. It is good practice to operate the laser in a room with controlled and

restricted access. Limit the access of the laser to qualified users who
are familiar with laser safety practices and who are aware of the
dangers involved.

3. Use safety interlocks to prevent inexperienced personnel from freely

entering the laser working area.

4. Operate the laser in an enclosed room. Laser light remains collimated

over long distances, and therefore presents a potential hazard if not
confined.

5. Never sight down the beam axis into the laser light source, or at scattered
laser light from any reflective surface.

6. Maintain experimental setups at low heights to prevent inadvertent

beam-eye encounters.

7. Use laser safety eyewear that is optically dense at the specific

wavelength(s) being used as precaution against accidental exposure to
the output beam or its reflection.

8. Avoid direct exposure to the laser output. The intensity of the beam
can easily cause flesh burns or ignite clothing.

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9. Extreme caution should be used when using volatile substances in the
vicinity of the laser.

10. Avoid wearing jewelry when operating the laser.

11. Use an IR detector card to verify that the laser beam is OFF for
safety.

12. Set up non-reflective beam stops to block any reflected beams from
measurement equipment.

13. Whenever possible, use an enclosed beam path.

14. Post warning-signs near the laser operation area for Class IV laser
products.

15. Keep the laser cover in place at all times.

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Laser Safety Features
The RGH Series laser produces radiation in the infra-red, visible,
and the ultra-violet range of the spectrum. The following features
are included in the laser system to reduce the dangers to the user.

1) User I/O Remote Interlock Connector – A remote 26-pin (HD26) I/O

interlock connector is located on the back panel of the laser driver. The
I/O connector provides electrical connections to the laser intra-cavity
safety shutter and other functions.

2. Key-Switch Control – The diode laser power supply cannot be turned

on for operation unless the Laser Enable key-switch is in the ON position.
This is located on the back of the laser.

3. Beam Shutter – A mechanical intra-cavity safety shutter is located

inside the RGH laser head, and is operated by sending a command or
clicking on a button on the laser control interface.

4. Emission warning lamp –An emission indicator on the back of the

laser will illuminate if either the shutter or the LDD is enabled.

5. Labels – Danger labels indicate the laser Class, wavelength, maximum

pulse energy, and minimum pulse width on the back panel of laser head.
The aperture indicating label, the triangle pointed in the direction of the
emitted radiation, with the laser radiation label below, is located on the
front surface of the laser head.

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Placed at the front of the laser head on the top cover
and aligned to point toward the laser beam exit.

Placed right behind the label indicating

the laser beam exit shown above.

Placed at the rear of the laser on top of the sheet

metal cover. A label indicating the maximum
power from the laser and the emitted
wavelengths is included here.

Placed on the rear cover of the laser

head and close to the LED indicators
showing shutter status.

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COOLANT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE____________________________ __

Failure to follow the coolant maintenance procedures will adversely

affect the life and performance of the laser and may void the laser
warranty

CAUTION:
! The laser and cooling system must be protected against freezing, which
can cause damage and water leakage.

OPERATION:

1. Refill the chiller with distilled water (do not substitute DI - De-
ionized water!) or water having conductivity ≤ 20 µSiemens per meter
(resistance ≥ 50K ohms cm^3).

2. Add a non-foaming algaecide solution to the cooling water in the

following concentration: Add 1 ml of Photonics Industries supplied non-
foaming algaecide [active ingredient: Polyoxyethylene (dimethyliminio)
ethylene- (dimethyliminio) ethlendichloride] solution to 1500 ml of
cooling water to prevent algae growth.

3. Verify that the water level is at an acceptable level in the chiller; just
below the reservoir filler neck.

4. Operate the system and check for leaks. The system is now ready for
use.

MAINTENANCE:

The 5 micron spun polypropylene filter cartridge, (Pentek part# P5-478,

or Photonics Industries part# 8427421), should be periodically checked
for visible darkening in color or contamination, and if foreign particles
are evident, the filter element should be changed.

Check the coolant once a month for clarity. Take a small sample in a
transparent container and hold it up to the light to make sure that there
are no precipitates (solids) in the solution. If the solution is cloudy, or
precipitates are evident, the solution should be drained. The chiller
cooling water with the non-foaming algaecide should be replaced every 6
months. Failure to change the solution when prescribed can lead to
compromised laser performance. To replace the solution, follow the
directions as described in the next section. Dispose of the drained
solution according to local, state, and federal regulations.

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PREPARATIONS FOR TRANSPORT/LONG TERM STORAGE ____

Standby Operation and Temporary Storage

In lasers with outputs at a harmonic of the fundamental 1064nm

wavelength, the Laser Controller must always be kept connected to an
active incoming AC line even when in storage. This maintains the
temperature of the harmonic crystals at an elevated temperature,
maximizing laser reliability.

Coolant Considerations for Long Term Storage

!
For long term storage, the coolant should be drained from the Laser-
head, and the Chiller to prevent deterioration of the laser-head by
corrosion and possible damage to laser head components due to coolant
freezing.

The proper method to drain the laser-head is to remove both coolant lines
at the laser-head including the chiller side. Use a wet/dry vacuum cleaner
with the vacuum hose placed at one of the two coolant hose fittings
connected to the laser head and suction out the coolant. The section of
hose containing the flow sensor should not be subjected to suction
! from the vacuum cleaner as this can damage the sensor.
The Chiller can be drained by same method as above and suctioning out
coolant.

Note: When using the wet/dry vacuum, the coolant supply and return
lines to the chiller and laser-head must be open to atmosphere and the
reservoir cap removed. This avoids placing the components, such as the
chiller reservoir, under vacuum and collapsing/deforming.

If there are any questions regarding preparation for shipment,

transportation, or long term storage, contact Photonics Industries, or your
local Photonics Industries representative.

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UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION

The laser is packaged into one wooden crate. The chiller (if ordered as an
option) is packaged in a separate box.

Open the laser container carefully. The laser head contains extremely
! fragile parts.

List of Parts

-------------------------Laser Crate-----------------------
(1) RGH Laser Head,
(2) Keys (2),
(3) AC power cord,
(4) software CD,
(5) Operations Manual with a test-data sheet,
(6) User I/O interlock connector,
(7) 2 water hoses (1 blue, 1 red) ,

-------------------------Chiller Crate----------------------
(8) Algaecide,
(9) Dropper,
(10) Chiller,
(11) Chiller manual (on CD),
(12) Particle filter element,
(13) Filter housing,
(14) Filter housing wrench.

Please retain the original packaging materials and crate. If the laser needs
to be shipped back to the factory, the original packaging material and crate
must be available to avoid damage during shipment.

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Laser dimensions (without desiccant cartridge and the removable feet):
RGH-1064-5/10:
10” (25.4cm) W x 31” (78.7cm) D x 3.75” (9.5cm) H
RGH-1064-30/50/70:
12” (30.5cm) W x 34” (86.4cm) D x 3.75” (9.5cm) H

Weight: 80-110 pounds (36-50 Kilograms)

Minimum coolant flow: ≥10 Liters/minute (≥ 2.64 US GPM)
Power consumption at operating current; ~ 500 watts.
Power consumption at standby; ~ 50 watts.

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Installation Requirements

The laser diodes are inside the Laser-head and are Static Sensitive.
! Make sure that the table is grounded properly.

When installing the RGH laser on the grounded optical table or work
surface make sure that the laser is safely secured to the table. The laser is
supplied with two cross-bars for mounting to a standard optical table (1”
hole spacing). The surface that the laser is mounted to must be flat and
level to 0.001” (25 microns) over a 16” (40.6cm) x 12” (30.5cm) area. The
user can clamp the cross-bars to an optical bench.

1. Remove the circular laser output cover plate located at front of laser-
head by loosening and removing the 4 flat head fasteners securing the
cover plate. Save all items including the O-Ring sealing gasket for future
use.

2. Verify that chiller voltage setting is compatible to incoming AC supply

voltage. Refer to the chiller manual for instructions on verifying or
changing the chiller input AC voltage settings. Do not connect the AC
power plug from the chiller to the power outlet receptacle at this time.

3. Connect the water hoses from the chiller to the laser head. The hoses
delivered with the system are labeled for convenience. The blue hose
connects the output of the chiller (after particle filter housing) to the input
barbed fitting on the laser head. The red hose connects the input of the
chiller to the output fitting on the laser head. The red hose has a coolant
flow switch which monitors the water flow that is displayed on the
Information screen on the LCD display of the laser controller. The side of
the red hose with the flow switch should be connected to the laser head.
Note the directional arrow-head on the flow switch. Connect the four pin
connector from the flow switch to the corresponding connector on the
back of the laser head. If hose clamps were provided with your system,
place them on the hoses before attaching the hoses to the barbed fittings.
It may be helpful to dip the end of the hoses in a cup of hot water for a
minute or two to soften them before attaching the hose to the barbed
fitting. Tighten the hose clamps around the hose where the hose overlaps
the barbed fitting.

4. Fill the chiller with distilled water (DO NOT USE DI WATER! It is
highly corrosive) or use water having the following properties: ≤ 20
µSiemens (≥50K ohms cm3) and a non-foaming algaecide.

5. Connect the AC power plug from the chiller to the power outlet
receptacle at this time.

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 6. Refer to the test report for the proper Chiller operating temperature and
set the chiller to maintain this temperature.

The water hoses must be connected correctly or a water-flow error

! will occur.
VAC
100-240V
Laser Head
50-60 Hz
User I/O
Flow
sensor out
in

AC
Chiller
out
filter

in
Interlocks

Remote Start Cable

Schematic of RGH AIO Laser System Installation

POWER CONSUMPTION

Power consumption at operating current; ~ 600 watts.

Power consumption at standby; ~ 50 watts.
Minimum coolant flow: ≥ 10 Liters/minute (≥ 2.7 US GPM)
Maximum coolant flow: ≤ 20 Liters/minute (≤ 5.4 US GPM)

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LASER CONTROL

1. Power: Rocker-switch – turns the power to the Laser ON or OFF.

With the Push-button switch turned OFF, the rocker switch places the
system in STANDBY mode.

2. Push-button switch: Enables laser operation by allowing the laser

diode, shutter, and pulse triggers to be active.

3. Key-Switch – Enables or disables the laser diode driver (LDD).

4. Emission LED – Illuminated red in color when any shutter or LDD

in the system is active and there is a possibility of laser emission.

5. Fault: LED – Blinks when an error occurs. There may be more than
one error message at the same time.

6. USB/RS232: Communication port using built-in USB-RS232

convertor.

7. LAN: Communication over Ethernet.

8. GND: A ground connection is provided to attach the laser to a grounded

surface for EMI suppression.

9. FLOW: Input for flow sensor

10. SYNC OUT: TTL Signal synchronized to the laser optical output.

11. User I/O: A 26-pin connector for several interlocks and triggers.

12. HF: A monitoring signal for the seed oscillator to check mode-lock
stability.

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USER I/O CONNECTOR DESCRIPTION

Pin Pair
(A,B) User I/O Connections
Software shutter interlock that will close shutters when
connection is broken but will not reopen without meeting safety
3(+),7(-) requirements.
Hardware shutter interlock to block laser output when
5(+),10(-) connection is broken. Reconnection will reopen shutters.
LDD interlock that will prevent diode current and laser output
when the connection is broken by removing the laser-enable
8(-),11(+) signal to the LDD.
Shutter Status Indicator that shows a short when the shutter is
14(+),15(-) open and an open connection when the shutter is closed.
Error condition Indicator produces a closed contact when an
error is present and an open contact when the system is
12(+),13(-) operating correctly.

1(+15V),2 Pin 1 provides a 15V DC signal, and pin 6 provides a GND

reference, while pin 2 switches between NC and GND. One of
or
these pairs can be used at a time to control external devices
6,2
including standard chillers supplied with the unit.
External system reset by applying a TTL signal to pin 4 with the
4(+),9(-) ground referenced at pin 9.
16,17 External PEC input
18,19 External Trigger input ? function TBD
20,21 External PRF input
22,23 External Gate Input

LDD Status Indicator. The pins 25 and 26 have a normally open

25,26 relay contact which is closed when the LDD is enabled.
Switch power interlock. This allows an external system to control
the switched power in the laser system equivalent to controlling
the push-button switch. A 15V input (minimum 7.5V) enables the
switched power, and 0V input switches OFF LDD and shutter
24 power.

Remote ON/OFF Chiller Control

Termotek© Chillers – Pin 1 (+15 vdc) and pin 2 (active switch) of the User
I/O are used to connect to pin 9 and pin 8 respectively of the Remote
Interlock connector on the chiller.
Lytron© Chillers – Pin 2 (active switch) and pin 6 (circuit common) of
User I/O are used.

Shutter and LDD State Indicators

When the shutter is open, Pin 14 (+) and pin 15 (-) of an LTV-356T opto-
isolator is in a conductive state, a closed dry contact condition. An
identical pair of pins 25 (+), and 26 (-) of another opto-isolator are open,
or closed, depending on the state of the LDD being OFF, or ON
respectively. Absolute Maximum contact rating: 50 mA.

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LDD Interlock
Pin 11 (active) is jumpered to pin 8 (circuit common) enabling the LDD. The existing
internal jumper may be removed for external LDD ON/OFF control.

External Reset
The laser controller can be reset by applying a TTL level input to pin 4 (+)
and pin 9 (circuit common). Max current input is 50mA. Max reverse
voltage 6V.

Error Indicator
When an Error condition exists, Pin 12 (+) and pin 13 (-) of an LTV-356T opto-isolator is
in a conductive state, a closed dry contact condition. Absolute Maximum LTV-356T
rating: 50 ma., 150 mw collector power dissipation. Refer to its Data Sheet for detailed
specifications.

Synchronous Output (Sync Out)

A female SMA connector located on the rear panel of the laser provides a TTL level
signal for the monitoring or synchronizing of the laser light. The output
synchronizing pulse will be approximately +5 volts in amplitude.

External Gate (Ext Gate)

A TTL level input signal to externally gate the Q-switched laser can be applied
between pins 22, and 23 of the User I/O connector. The standard interlock connector
provided with the laser includes this as a male BNC termination with black insulation.
Pulsed operation will cease while external gate level is held at signal ground or
left disconnected while the laser is set to operate in EXT GATE mode.

The system is shipped with the default setting of Gate Source: INT. To enable the
EXT GATE function, select the option through Laser Control Software using remote
communication through the USB or LAN ports.

External Frequency (Ext Freq)

An external TTL signal, positive going, having a minimum pulse width of 100
nanoseconds, ~10 nanoseconds rise-time will satisfy the external frequency trigger
requirements.
The input impedance is factory set to 1 megohm, and can be also be set to 50 ohms via
the GUI if necessary. The external frequency signal source must be capable of driving
the 50 ohm impedance.
For long physical distances, the use of 50 ohm coaxial cable with 50 ohm termination
selected for Ext Freq via the GUI is recommended. Examples of external trigger
connections are shown in the next section. The system is shipped with the default setting
of PRF Source: INT. To enable the EXT PRF function, select the option through Laser
Control Software using remote communication through the USB or LAN ports.

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 Pulse Energy Control (PEC)

These lasers have a control feature to limit the pulse energy in laser output through a
setting parameter labeled as “PEC”, short for Pulse Energy Control. A parameter
setting for PEC in units of 0.1% can be set through the Photonics Laser Control
Software or through direct RS232 commands. The analog input on pins 16, and 17 of
the User I/O connector allows pulse energy control of laser output through an external
0-5V analog input voltage. The laser output stability will deteriorate at very low PEC
settings (typically around 1%).

External Power Switch

If you wants to use push button to turn on the laser, the PIN 24 has to connect to PIN1 to
get 15V. If you look into our interlock, you can see the PIN24 is connected to PIN 1.

If you wants to use External 5V-20V to enable the power with a relay, while keeping the
push-button in the ON state. The PIN1 to PIN24 shall be disconnected. And, you need to
applied voltage to PIN24, and ground to PIN6. 20V will be upper limit, and we would
suggest to use 7.5V or 15V.

REMOTE CONTROL OF LASER SYSTEM

USB:

The USB type A port on the back of the laser has a built-in USB-RS232
convertor. To communicate with the laser, a USBA-USBA male-to-male
adapter cable is included with every laser shipment. A PC communicating
with the laser should detect the connection as a serial port. The driver files
for the on-board USB-RS232 convertor may be auto-detected by
Microsoft Windows© or it can be downloaded online from
http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm

The serial communication protocol and associated commands are

described in detail in the chapter on RS-232 communications.

LAN:

Ethernet communication is available on these lasers through a LAN port

that accepts RJ-45 connectors. The laser control includes an on-board web
server that accepts queries in the JSON format. The query format and
commands are described in the chapter labeled Ethernet Communications.

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TYPICAL INTERCONNECTIONS TO THE LASER CONTROLLER

Example I:

Example II:

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Example III:

In example III, the EXT GATE signal and EXT FREQ signal are time
synchronized. Timing of the laser light pulses will be determined by the
settings of the two generators.

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Laser Operation

RGH Pulse Setting / Adjustments

1. To change the power level or repetition rate parameters of the RGH, the
following series of steps are to be taken. Use of a photodiode with a fast
rise time and a digital oscilloscope is recommended.

2. Use the signal from the Sync Out SMA connector located at the back of
the laser to trigger the oscilloscope.

3. Set the Pulse Repetition Rate (PRF) to the desired pulse repetition rate
using the GUI or through RS232 commands. If PRF Source is set to INT
the laser will operate at the value entered. If Freq. is set to EXT, the user
can input a TTL level signal to the EXT. FREQ. F-BNC connector
provided through the USER I/O connector.

4. A power meter can be used to monitor the output power. A fast

photodiode can be aimed at the backscattered laser radiation from the
power meter or a beam block to verify the laser is operating at the desired
repetition rate.

5. To change the optical power at a given PRF; select PEC Control. Use
the GUI to change the value to the desired percentage of full power.

6. The laser can also be set to start up automatically to reach the default
state by using the Autostart command through the GUI or via USB/RS232.

Procedure for laser shutdown

1. Decrease the current setting value for both amplifiers to 0 Amperes;

then depress ENTER push-button. Turn off each LDD by pressing the
LDD button while the corresponding Amplifier (Amp1, Amp2) is
selected.

2. Turn both the ‘PC Enable’ and ‘AOM’ to OFF from the Pulse Settings
menu.

3. Press the Shutter push-button OFF.

4. Press the LDD button while the Seed diode is selected to shut off the
Seed laser diode driver current.

5. Turn the Laser Enable key to OFF to disable the remaining laser diode
drivers.

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6. Switch the push-button switch to OFF.

7. The laser can also be turned OFF using the AutoShutdown command
over USB/RS232 or through the GUI.

The RGH laser system has some special modes of operation that are
described below.

Burst Mode

Burst Mode operation in the RGH laser system is implemented in two

distinct methods. The first method of RGH Burst mode produces a set of
pulses separated by the mode locked oscillator period and split into two
groups of pulses at the operating PRF. This mode is enabled by choosing
to turn Burst Mode “On”. The parameters for this mode can be set using
RS232 commands or using the Photonics Laser Controller GUI Software
under the Burst Control Section of Pulse Settings. The groups of pulses
can be chosen to have an integer number of pulses. The maximum
number of pulses is limited by the operating PRF. The pulse group will
be repeated at the operating PRF.

Pulse-On-Demand Mode

The second method of Burst mode possible in the RGH system is

called Pulse-On-Demand. This mode allows operation of the RGH at
lower effective PRF than what is normally allowed. This is achieved by
selectively allowing pulses at the PoD Rate division factor of the PRF to
be emitted at the output. The user can also produce bursts of pulses at the
operating PRF but separated into groups at the PoD Rate division factor
of PRF by setting a PoD Count parameter. There is a further option to
enable a fixed number (PoD Cycles) of such bursts of pulses to be
emitted following a trigger signal by choosing a PoD Mode of “Single-
shot” instead of “Continuous”. The PoD mode can be triggered through a
software command or through an external Gate trigger signal (with Gate
source set to INT). All of these options can be chosen using the GUI
software under the PoD Control Settings within the Pulse Settings Menu.

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RS-232 Communication

The laser is designed to be controlled remotely through

serial communication over an RS-232 standard. The
laser has a USB-type A port with an on-board USB-
RS232 convertor. Communication with the laser
requires a USB typeA-male-to-typeA-male adapter
cable.

Format: RS-232 is transmitted in HEXASC.

115.2K baud, 8D, NP, 1S, terminated with CR.

The PC always will send one message, and then get one response message
from the LC (laser controller). In the following section, all numbers in
[XY] format represent hexadecimal values. The format of these commands
is as follows:

Transmit Frame - Format [RW][#N][AA][CC][D#1][D#2][D#3]...[D#N]

[CS][CS][0D]h

[RW] Read/Write ([01] for Read, [00] for Write.

[#N] Number of Data Bytes (N) in the command being
sent. This is always [00] for Read commands. The
value for Write commands depends on the
command.
[AA] The address for the component. (Non-zero only
when multiple components are present. Standard is
[00].)
[CC] Command Code (see list below)
[D#1]….[D#N] N Data bytes
[CS][CS] Checksum (sum of all preceding bytes)
[0D] Carriage Return (end of line)

Response Frame- Format [RW][#N][AA][CC][D#1][D#2][D#3]...[D#N]

[CS][CS][0D]h

[RW] Response to Read/Write ([03] for Read, [02] for

Write. Any other response indicates an error in the
command either due to formatting or due to an
attempt at changing a state that is not permitted.
[#N] Number of Data Bytes (N) in the response data.
[AA] The address for the component reporting the
response. This should be the same as the value in

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 the command being sent. Otherwise there is a
communication error.
[CC] Command Code reported back (should be the same
as in the transmitted command)
[D#1]….[D#N] N Response Data bytes. For commands where a
value is set, the response will repeat the same data
if the value is set successfully.
[CS][CS] Checksum (sum of all preceding bytes)
[0D] Carriage Return

TABLE : RS-232 COMMAND CODES

The table below shows the RS232 command codes for the new Laser
Controller on the right column and the corresponding commands that were
present for the earlier controller revision. There are additional commands
available on the new controllers that were not present in the earlier
controllers. In many cases, multiple commands were required in the earlier
controller that are now combined into single commands. In these cases,
the multiple commands are listed in the left column in the same block.

Code & Action Format and Data Interpretation

Description
0x04 Write [00][01][AA][04][D#1][CS][CS]
Enable Shutter [AA] : [00] for seed shutter
(Enable opens [01] for safety shutter
and Disable [D#1]: [00]: Disable, [01]: Enable
closes the shutter)
Read [01][00][AA][04][CS][CS]
Response [03][01][AA][04][D#1][CS][CS]
0x07 Write [00][00][00][07][CS][CS]
System Reset
(Clears Faults and
restarts the
controller)
0x0C Read [01][00][00][0C][CS][CS]
Read Soft Faults Response [03][02][00][0C][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]
(Provides source [D#1]: reserved
of warning [D#2]: Bits indicate faults
indicators) 0 – HF Sync
1 – LDD Interlock
2 – Shutter Interlock
3 – Low Ext Freq.
4 – High Ext Freq

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0x0D Read [01][00][00][0D][CS][CS]
Read Board Response [03][02][00][0D][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]
Faults [D#1]: - n/a
(Identifies the [D#2]: Bits indicate faults in boards
board causing a 0 - Main
fault) 1 - Common (Flow, Shutter Sensor)
2 - Temperature
3 - Sensor
4 - Power Monitor
5 - Pulse
6 - LDD
7 – Motor
0x0F Read [01][00][00][0F][CS][CS]
Read Status Response [03][05][00][0F][D#1][D#2][D#3][D#
( Provides 4][D#5][CS][CS]
information on [D#1]: Bits indicate System Status (0 –
the system status OFF, 1- ON)
and any faults) 0 – Power On
1 – Shutter Enabled
2 – Key Switch
3 – LDD On
4 – QSW On
5 – Shutter Interlock
6 – LDD Interlock
7 – n/a
[D#2]: Bits indicate System faults
0 – memory
1 – SD card
2 – board communication
3 – board state
4 – LDD Interlock
5 – Actual Current
6 – Settings
7 – Tamper
[D#3]: Bits indicate General Alarms
0 – LDD1
1 – LDD2
2 – QSW
3 – Flow
4 – Wet
5 – Humidity
6 – HF Sync
7 – Power monitor

[D#4] : Bits indicate Temperature

Alarms
0 – 7: each bit indicates fault in

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 corresponding temperature control
[D#5]: Value indicates System State
0 – System Initialization
1 – Setup
2 – Running
3 – Standby
4 – Soft Fault
5 – Hard Fault

0x10 Write [00][01][AA][10][D#1][CS][CS]

Enable LDD [AA]: [00] for seed, [01] for Amp1,
(Start or stop the [02] for Amp2
current through [D#1]: [00]: Disable, [01]: Enable
the pumping
diodes) Read [01][00][AA][10][CS][CS]
Response [03][01][AA][10][D#1][CS][CS]

0x11 Write [00][02][AA][11][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]

Set Current [AA]: [00] for seed, [01] for Amp1,
(Sets the current [02] for Amp2
through the [D#1] [D#2] : 0 - 10000 (Units:0.01A )
pump diodes) For example, 50.00A would be
[13][88].

Read [01][00][AA][11][CS][CS]
Response [03][02][AA][11] [D#1][D#2]
[CS][CS]

0x12 Read [01][00][AA][12][CS][CS]

Read Actual Response [03][02][AA][12][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]
Current [AA]: [00] for seed, [01] for Amp1,
(Response [02] for Amp2
indicates the [D#1] [D#2] : 0 - 10000 (Units:0.01A )
calibrated current For example, 50.00A would be
measured from [13][88].
the pump diodes)

0x13 Read [01][00][AA][13][CS][CS]

Read Diode Response [03][02][AA][13][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]
Voltage [AA]: [00] for seed, [01] for Amp1,
(Response [02] for Amp2
indicates the [D#1] [D#2] : 0 - 10000 (Units:0.01V )
calibrated voltage For example, 50.00V would be
on the pump [13][88].
diodes)

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0x15 Read [01][00][AA][15][CS][CS]
LDD Hours Response [03][04][AA][15][D#1][D#2][D#3]
[D#4][CS][CS]
[AA]: [00] for seed, [01] for Amp1,
[02] for Amp2
[D#1][D#2][D#3][D#4]: LDD Hours
in units of 0.1

0x21 Write [00][03][00][21][D#1][D#2][D#3][CS]

Pulse Repetition [CS]
Frequency (PRF) [D#1][D#2][D#3]: 50000 - 1000000
(Units: Hz )
For example: 500 kHz will be
[07][A1][20].

Read [01][00][00][21][CS][CS]
Response [03][03][00][21][D#1][D#2][D#3][CS]
[CS]

0x23 Write [00][01][00][23][D#1][CS][CS]

PRF Source [D#1]: [00]: INT, [01]: EXT

Read [01][00][00][23][CS][CS]
Response [03][01][00][23][D#1][CS][CS]

0x24 Write [00][01][00][24][D#1][CS][CS]

Gate Source [D#1]: [00]: INT, [01]: EXT
choose source of Gate that controls the
AOM.

Read [01][00][00][24][CS][CS]
Response [03][01][00][24][D#1][CS][CS]

0x25 Write [00][01][00][25][D#1][CS][CS]

PEC Source [D#1]: [00]: INT, [01]: EXT

Read [01][00][00][25][CS][CS]
Response [03][01][00][25][D#1][CS][CS]

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0x32 Read [01][00][AA][32][CS][CS]
Actual Response [03][02][AA][32][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]
Temperature [D#1] [D#2]: 0 - 16000 (Units: 0.01C)
[AA]:[00]: Seed Diode TEC,
[01]: Amp. Diode Temperature.
For example, 50.00 C would be
[13][88].

0x55 Write [00][02][00][55][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]

PEC Level [D#1][D#2]: 0 - 1000 (Units:0.1% )
(Set or read the For example: 50.0% will be [01][F4].
pulse energy
control level on Read [01][00][00][55][CS][CS]
the AOM) Response [03][02][00][55][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]

0x56 Write [00][01][00][56][D#1][CS][CS]

Pulse-On- [D#1]: [00]: Disable, [01]: Enable
Demand (POD)
Control Read [01][00][00][56][CS][CS]
Response [03][01][00][56][D#1][CS][CS]

0x57 Write [00][02][00][57][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]

POD Count [D#1][D#2] : from 1 to (POD Rate -1)
(integer)

Read: [01][00][00][57][CS][CS]
Response [03][02][00][57][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]

0x58 Write [00][02][00][58][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]

POD Rate [D#1][D#2] : from 1 to 65535 (integer
divisor of PRF)
For example: 500 will be [01][F4].

Read [01][00][00][58][CS][CS]
Response [03][02][00][58][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]

0x59 Write [00][02][00][59][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]

POD Cycles [D#1][D#2] : from 1 to 65535 (number
of POD sequences to repeat)
For example: 500 will be [01][F4].

Read [01][00][00][59][CS][CS]
Response [03][02][00][59][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]

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0x5B Write [00][01][00][5B][D#1][CS][CS]
RGH Burst [D#1]: 0: Disable, 1: Enable
Enable
(Enables or Read [01][00][00][5B][CS][CS]
disables the RGH Response [03][01][00][5B][D#1][CS][CS]
burst mode)

0x5C Write [00][04][00][5C][D#1][D#2][D#3][D#

RGH Burst Pulses 4][CS][CS]
(Sets the number [D#1][D#2] – Number of pulses in
of pulses in a group A (16-bit number)
burst in RGH [D#3][D#4] – Number of pulses in
burst mode) group B (16-bit number)

Read [01][00][00][5C][CS][CS]
Response [03][04][00][5C][D#1][D#2][D#3][D#
4][CS][CS]

0x5E Write [00][02][00][5E][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]

RGH Burst Delay [D#1][D#2] – delay between groups in
(Sets the spacing (Units 0.1ns )
between the two
bursts A and B in Read [01][00][00][5E][CS][CS]
an RGH burst Response [03][02][00][5E][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]
sequence)

0x5F Write [00][04][00][5F][D#1][D#2][D#3][D#

RGH PC Delay 4][CS][CS]
[D#1][D#2][D#3][D#4] – PC delay
(Units 0.1ns )
Read [01][00][00][5F][CS][CS]
Response [03][04][00][5F][D#1][D#2][D#3][D#
4][CS][CS][0D]
0x61 Write [00][01][00][61][D#1][CS][CS]
AutoStart [D#1]: 0: Disable, 1: Enable

Read [01][00][00][61][CS][CS]
Response [03][01][00][61][D#1][CS][CS]

0x62 Write [00][01][00][62][D#1][CS][CS]

AutoShutDown [D#1]: 0: Disable, 1: Enable

Read [01][00][00][62][CS][CS]
Response [03][01][00][62][D#1][CS][CS]

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0x65 Write [00][01][00][65][D#1][CS][CS][0D]
PC Pulse Enable [D#1]: [00]: Disable, [01]: Enable

Read [01][00][00][65][CS][CS][0D]
Response [03][01][00][65][D#1][CS][CS][0D]

0x66 Write [00][01][00][66][D#1][CS][CS][0D]

AOM Pulse [D#1]: [00]: Disable, [01]: Enable
Enable
Read [01][00][00][66][CS][CS][0D]
Response [03][01][00][66][D#1][CS][CS][0D]

0x67 Write [00][01][00][67][D#1][CS][CS][0D]

POD Firing Mode [D#1]: [00]: Continuous, [01]: Single-
shot

Read [01][00][00][67][CS][CS][0D]
Response [03][01][00][67][D#1][CS][CS][0D]

0x68 Write [00][01][00][68][D#1][CS][CS][0D]

POD Trigger [D#1]: [00]: Command, [01]: Ext.
Source Gate (POD Firing Mode should be
Single-shot in this case)

Read [01][00][00][68][CS][CS][0D]
Response [03][01][00][68][D#1][CS][CS][0D]

0x71 Read [01][00][00][71][CS][CS]

Power Monitor Response [03][04][00][71][D#1][D#2][D#3][D#
Reading 4][CS][CS]
[D#1][D#2][D#3][D#4]: (Units:
0.01W)
For example: 5.00 W will be
[00][00][01][F4].

0x74 Read [01][00][00][74][CS][CS]

Flow Reading Response [03][02][00][74][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]
(Returns flow rate [D#1][D#2]: (Units: 0.1 L/min)
in L/min) For example: 5.0 L/min will be
[00][32].

0x80 Read [01][00][00][80][CS][CS]

SESAM Motor Response [03][02][00][80][D#1][D#2][CS][CS]
Status [D#1]: n/a
(Indicates [D#2]: [00]: stopped, [01]: moving
whether the motor
controlling the

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SESAM position
is moving)

0x86 Write [00][01][00][86][D#1][CS][CS]

Move SESAM [D#1]: 0 - 9
Motor To
Position Read [01][00][00][86][CS][CS]
(Moves SESAM Response [03][01][00][86][D#1][CS][CS]
to the desired
index position)

0x88 Read [01][00][00][88][CS][CS]

SESAM Position Response [03][04][00][88][D#1][D#2][D#3]
Hours [D#4][CS][CS]
[D#1][D#2][D#3][D#4]: Current
position hours

0x98 Read [01][00][00][98][00][99][0D]

Network Address Response [03][0C][00][98][D#1]…[D#12]
[CS][CS][0D]
[D#1][D#2][D#3][D#4]: IP address
[D#5][D#6][D#7][D#8]: Subnet Mask
[D#9][D#10][D#11][D#12]: Gateway

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ETHERNET COMMUNICATION

The AIO laser system can be controlled over a LAN through an RJ45
connector at the back of the laser. However, the control over Ethernet is
currently limited and not all the controls available over RS232 are available
through LAN access. This is a feature that is continuing to be developed and
more features will become accessible once they are fully implemented.

The laser is configured with DHCP to automatically detect its IP address when connected
to a LAN. If no IP address is assigned by the LAN, the laser cannot be controlled over
Ethernet. The laser control includes an on-board web server that accepts queries in the
JSON format.

The IP address detected by the laser can be checked on the Communications page of the
GUI shown below and accessed via the Settings screen.

This can also be checked through an RS-232 command over USB.

The different Parameters accessible over LAN can be accessed through a browser that
can communicate with the JSON commands as http://IPAddress/api/Parameter. The
following browser extensions have been tested in this manner:
1) chrome://restclient/content/restclient.html (Browser extension on Firefox)
2) Postman (Browser extension on Chrome)

The GET and POST methods are available to read and set the parameters.

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Examples of the communication (GET, ands POST) are shown below:

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A list of the parameters implemented so far and a sampling of their responses to GET are
listed below:

Parameter Response
{"Power On":"on","Shutter Enabled":"off","KeySwitch":"on","LDD
Enabled":"off","QSW Enabled":"off","Shutter Interlock":"on","LDD
Status Interlock":"on"}
SystemFaults {[]}
SoftFaults {[]}
BoardFaults {[]}
GeneralAlarms {[]}
TemperatureAlarms {[]}
SystemState {"value":"Setup"}
SystemReset {"error":"System Error"} <POST Only>
{"Seed":{"Enabled":0,"SetCurrent":3.20,"ActualCurrent":0.00,"MaxCur
rent":3.20,"DiodeVoltage":0.17},"Amp1":{"Enabled":0,"SetCurrent":7.8
0,"ActualCurrent":0.05,"MaxCurrent":7.80,"DiodeVoltage":0.01},"Amp
2":{"Enabled":0,"SetCurrent":8.90,"ActualCurrent":0.05,"MaxCurrent":
Ldd 8.90,"DiodeVoltage":0.00}}
{"OSC":{"Set":25.00,"Actual":26.81},"SHG":{"Set":50.00,"Actual":43.0
Temperature 4},"LD1":{"Actual":26.42},"LD2":{"Actual":26.42}}
LddEnable {"Seed":0,"Amp1":0,"Amp2":0}
LddSetCurrent {"Seed":3.20,"Amp1":7.80,"Amp2":8.90}
LddActualCurrent {"Seed":0.00,"Amp1":0.05,"Amp2":0.05}
LddMaxCurrent {"Seed":3.20,"Amp1":7.80,"Amp2":8.90}
LddDiodeVoltage {"Seed":0.17,"Amp1":0.01,"Amp2":0.00}
ShutterEnable {"Seed":0,"Amp1":0,"Amp2":0}
LddReadDiodeHours {"Seed":0.0,"Amp1":0.0,"Amp2":0.0}
LddLabels {"0":"Seed","1":"Amp1","2":"Amp2"}
AomEnable {"value":0}
PcEnable {"value":0}
PulseFrequency {"value":750000}
PulseOfftime {"value":10}
PulseFreqSource {"value":0}
PulseGateSource {"value":0}
PulsePecSource {"value":0}
PcDelay {"value":302.0}
RghBurstEnable {"value":1}
RghBurstPulses {"A":3,"B":10}
RghBurstDelay {"value":100.0}
PulseLabels {"0":"AOM","2":"PC1","3":"PC2"}
PecLevel {"value":100.0}
BurstStatus {"value":0}
BurstCount {"value":1}
BurstRate {"value":10}
BurstCycles {"value":2}
BurstFiringMode {"value":0}
BurstTriggerSource {"value":0}

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MotorStatus {"SESAM":"off"}
MotorMoveToPosition {"SESAM":0}
MotorPositionHours {"SESAM":0.0}
MotorLabels {"0":"SESAM"}
PowerMonitorReading {"0":1070.94}
FlowSensor {"0":13.9}
SetTemperature {"OSC":25.00,"SHG":50.00,"LD1":25.00,"LD2":25.00}
ActualTemperature {"OSC":26.80,"SHG":43.53,"LD1":26.42,"LD2":26.50}
TemperatureLabels {"0":"OSC","1":"SHG","3":"LD1","4":"LD2"}
{"Laser Type":"RGH","Laser Model":"RGH-1064","Serial
Number":"16-001","Chassis Number":"N001","Manufacturing
SystemInfo Date":"May,2016","Firmware Version":"1.11.3 ER94"}

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 Troubleshooting

RGH Laser Basic Troubleshooting Flowcharts

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 LOW POWER
Low Power

Is Laser set to operate Set Laser to INT PRF, INT

in a standard mode No GATE, PEC to 100%. Set
corresponding to currents. PRF, and chiller
operating conditions on temperature to the values in
the test report? the test data sheet.

Yes

Is the measured power Yes Low Power may be due to differences in

within 10% of the value power meter calibration
on the test report?

No

Check Chiller conditions:

Is the actual Chiller Reservoir Level, Ambient
temperature within +/- 0.2 No temperature, flow rate, and
o
C of the set ventilation behind the chiller.
temperature?

Yes
Adjust the PC Delay
Is the output pulse No parameter in steps of 1ns
stable? to optimize output power
and pulse stability.

Yes

Remove laser output

Yes Contact Photonics Industries for
window temporarily and a replacement output window
check output power. Is
power recovered? item # 8026321Rev1

No Contact Photonics Industries

for factory level service
assistance.

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 NO POWER

No Power

Set Laser to INT PRF, INT

Is Laser set to operate GATE, PEC to 100%. Set
No currents. PRF, and chiller
in a standard mode
corresponding to temperature to the values in the
operating conditions on test data sheet.
the test report?

Yes

Are all the shutters No Turn down the Amp2 current to

open? This can be below 2A and then open all
checked through the
GUI. shutters.

Yes

Turn down Amp2 current

Are the Pockel Cell No below 2A and then enable PC
pulses enabled? pulses before turning up Amp2
current to original setting.

Yes

Is the AOM enabled? No Enable AOM

Yes

Contact Photonics Industries

for factory level service
assistance.

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 FLOW ALARM

Flow Alarm

Check water level in the chiller. Add

Is the Chiller No coolant if required. If the problem
operational? persists, Contact Photonics Industries
for factory assistance.

Yes

Check the 5µ particle filter for

Is the chiller
flow rate ≥ 10
No discoloration. Replace if
necessary. Increase flow rate by
LPM?
chiller by-pass adjustment.

Yes

Contact Photonics Industries for

assistance in testing the flow
sensor. Do not proceed.

If already familiar with the

frequency measurement of the
sensor, measure the frequency of
the turbine sensor output.

The problem is electrical. Check

Is the that the connectors and wiring
measured Yes on the board are not loose. If
frequency ≥ the error is not resolved, contact
367 Hz?
Photonics Industries for further
assistance.

No

The problem lies in the flow

sensor. Contact Photonics
Industries to replace the flow
sensor part# 1027211.

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 LD TEMPERATURE ERROR

LD Temperature Error

Check chiller conditions: Reservoir water

level, ambient temperature
Is the Chiller No o o
≥15 C and ≤35 C. Check ventilation behind
maintaining the
the chiller and ensure there is no restricted
temperature at the
air-flow. Once chiller temperature is
set point?
maintained at set point, restart laser
controller.
Yes
Increase the
diode current
from 0 A to the
operating value
while monitoring
chiller actual
temperature.
Is the chiller
maintaining
the set
temperature? Yes
No

Factory Level
Service required.
Contact Photonics
Industries for
service assistance.

Yes

Is the error
still
present?

No

Stop

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 SHG/THG TEMPERATURE ERROR

SHG/THG Temperature Error

Did the error occur Was the laser

during initialization No operational and at Yes
when the laser was full power when
turned ON from a cold the error
start? appeared?

Yes No

Reset the controller and

Reset the Laser Controller either allow the laser
through a cycling of the power controller to be ON
from the back of the controller or without turning up the
through the GUI via RS232. diode current for at
least 30 minutes. Then
turn up the current to
normal operation and
allow operation for
another 30 minutes.

Is the error Yes Did the error

cleared? reappear?
Yes

No No

Stop

Contact Photonics
Industries for service
assistance.

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DESICCATOR / RELATIVE HUMIDITY INDICATOR MAINTENANCE

The rechargeable desiccant indicator is divided into three 120 degree pie
sections. Each numbered pie section represents the percentage relative
humidity level. The color blue indicates the relative humidity is less than
the numbered pie section. The color lavender indicates the relative
humidity has been reached for the particular pie section, 10%, 20% or
30% relative humidity.

The normal acceptable laser-head relative humidity condition should be a

blue colored 10% pie indicator. A lavender color indicates a >10% relative
humidity condition inside the optical chamber.

The central blue colored “circle” or “blue colored dot” of the indicator
represents the condition of the total volume of the desiccant beads. If the
central dot is blue colored it indicates the desiccant beads are still capable
of removing moisture from the optics compartment. A lavender colored
central dot indicates the desiccant is no longer capable or removing
moisture and the desiccant media must be changed.

If the “30” indicator pie section is lavender, not blue, it indicates an

excessive high humidity condition inside the optics chamber. Moisture is
increasing at a faster rate than is being removed. At some point in time the
central blue dot will also turn lavender, indicating too long of a time
period without maintenance.

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 The 1 3/8” “Hex Nut,” with the pie indicator, can be placed in an oven set
to ~50C until the indicator disk changes color from lavender to dark blue.

Two examples appear below:

Desiccant Media Replacement

The following procedure will instruct you on the removal of the

desiccator, and the replacement of the desiccant inside.

Tools needed:

The desiccator being removed is installed inside the sealed laser head
optics portion. Take all precautions when handling it once removed from
the laser head. Wear gloves when handling and keep it in a clean dry area
until recharged desiccator is re-installed inside the laser.

1. Using 1 – 3/8” (1.375”) open end wrench, remove inner portion of

desiccator, leaving the mounting flange and o-ring installed on laser.

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2. Shown below is the removal of the slotted bottom cap from desiccator
using an “improvised wrench.” Take care not to misplace filter and screen
material in cap.

3. Empty contents of desiccator out and discard.

4. Fill with new molecular sieve beads. (packets that fit completely in the
cartridge are a safe option)

5. Replace cap and tighten (hand tighten plus one turn with wrench).
6. Install desiccator back into laser head and seal.

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