Campbell SkyVUE 8, Product Manual

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CAUTION:
Cautions warn of potential hazards. Ignoring these cautions could result in the sensor being
damaged and data being lost.
NOTE:
Notes highlight useful information in the installation, use and maintenance of this product.
These should be followed carefully in order to gain the maximum benefit from the use of this
product.
1.3 Sensor unit safety
The SkyVUE 8 sensor has been checked for safety before leaving the factory and contains no
internally replaceable or modifiable parts.
WARNING:
Do not modify the SkyVUE 8 unit. Such modifications will lead to damage of the unit and
could expose users to dangerous light levels and voltages.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to repair the SkyVUE 8 unit without consulting Campbell Scientific.
CAUTION:
Ensure that the correct voltage supply is provided to the sensor.
1.4 Laser safety
The SkyVUE 8 sensor incorporates an InGaAs laser diode which is rated as a class 3B device. This
is an embedded laser where the output from the sensor unit, through the optics, is minimized to
class 1M. This classification indicates that viewing of the beam with the naked eye is safe but
looking directly into the beam with optical instruments, e.g. binoculars can be dangerous.
From the laser head the output has the following characteristics:
Maximum average power: 15.0 mW (through 50 mm)
Maximum pulse energy: 1500 nJ (through 50 mm)
Pulse duration: 100 ns
Pulse frequency: 10 kHz
Wavelength: 912 nm ± 5 nm
Tested to: EN 60825-1:2014
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