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2.1.3 Laserstar
Versatile Laser Power/Energy Meter
Two models available: dual and single channel
Single channel model can be upgraded to dual channel
Compatible with all Ophir thermopile, pyroelectric,
photodiode and RP sensors
Large LCD display
Backlighting and rechargeable battery
Screen graphics and statistics (std dev. min, max)
Analog output
Built-in RS232 interface
Log every data point at >1500Hz with pyroelectric sensors
Non-volatile data storage up to 54,000 points
Laser tuning screen and power log
Audio sound for laser tuning and low battery
RS232 interface with StarCom PC application software
and LabVIEW driver (see pages 97-99)
GPIB option (IEEE488.1)
NIST traceable
CE marked
Soft keys, menu-driven
The dual channel model enables user to simply plug in any of Ophir’s thermal, pyroelectric, photodiode or RP sensors and measure two
channels independently, or the ratio or difference between them in real time.
Up to 10 data files (54,000 points total) can be stored for onboard review or downloading to computer even if Laserstar has been switched
off. The built-in RS232 interface and StarCom PC software allow on-line processing of data or processing previously stored data; results are
displayed graphically on a PC. To support PC interfacing, LabVIEW drivers are provided.
Selected Screens
Digital Power Screen
CW industrial, medical and
scientific lasers
pW to multi KW with appropriate sensors
Can average over selected period
Useful for unstable lasers
Fast response bar graph
Laser Tuning Screen or Power Log Screen (not shown)
Maximizing laser power
User selected time period and zoom
Option of audio tune tone for maximizing laser power
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2.1.3 Power Meters
Laser
Access
further fuctions
Change
range
Zoom
bar graph
Subtract
offset
Change
to energy
Power range
Average period
Active sensor
(for multisensor
power meter)
Previous sreen
Change
settings
Set
maximum reading
LabVIEW StarCom Software
IEEE 488 GPIB Cable for
LaserStar