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6. Connect the Monochromator power supply to the Monochromator power supply connector on the
main housing.
7. Connect the Lamp Controller power supply to the Lamp Controller.
8. Connect the TLS-EQ-9 optical output to the user equipment using the
9. Plug the power supplies into a 120VAC outlet.
The system is now ready to operate.
5. TLS-EQ-9 Operation
5.1. Startup
Once the lamp is set up properly, verify that all personnel that will be in contact with the lamp system are
aware of the potential hazards involved. It is the responsibility of the user to verify that the lamp and system
are being used safely.
This example assumes the use of the Remote Control to provide local control. If using a custom control
system, substitute the appropriate digital input and output lines from Section 9 for the switches and LEDs
described below.
With the Remote Control connected properly, review the status LEDs on the Lamp Controller Unit. The
POWER ON LED should be lit, and neither the CONTROLLER FAULT nor LAMP MODULE FAULT LEDs
should be lit.
1. Turn on the OPERATE Switch (place switch in UP position).
2. Within several seconds the LASER ON LED will light. Laser light is now present in the Lamp.
3. In approximately 20-150 seconds the igniter will be turned on automatically and the plasma will
ignite. The LAMP ON LED will be lit. The duration of the warm-up time (20-150 seconds) will
depend on the temperature and previous operating condition of the EQ-9-HP. The EQ-9-HP will
automatically detect when the unit has reached the optimum conditions for ignition.
4. If a bulb fails to ignite within 150 seconds after the OPERATE switch was activated, the LASER
ON LED will go out, the LAMP FAULT LED will be lit, and LAMP ON LED will remain off. This is
very unusual. However, if this occurs, turn the OPERATE switch to the OFF position (down) and
begin at Step 1 again. If this occurs multiple times, contact Energetiq service.
5.2. Stopping
To turn the lamp off, simply turn the OPERATE Switch to the OFF position. If the lamp will not be used for
some time, the AC supply can be turned off.
To minimize wear on the ignition components, it is best to avoid frequently starting and stopping the lamp. It
is recommended to run the lamp continuously if long off-periods are not required.
5.3. Monochromator Interface
The monochromator is controlled through its USB interface. A simple Windows application is available to
communicate with the monochromator from a host PC, and control the basic functions of the instrument. To
use the application:
1. Download the file "MH1034AppInstallation-04-25-2018.zip" and extract the files to a new folder.
