Newport 1815-C, Operator'S Manual

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Section 1
General Information
The Model 1815-C is an accurate low cost optical power meter that provides
optical measurement capability from nanowatts to kilowatts. Front panel
Range and ZERO functions facilitate use while a wavelength compensation
CAL feature insures that NIST/NPL traceable measurements can be performed.
Compatible with Newport’s Low-Power and High-Power detector families, the
Model 1815-C covers the majority of optical power measurement needs. The
Model 1815-C Optical Power Meter and its accessories are presented in
Figure 1. Section 1.5 in this manual presents a detailed description of available
accessories and options.
818-ST
818-FA 818-FA2
818-UV
818-SL
818-IR
FP3-CA1
FP3-CA2
FP3-CA3
FP3-CA4
FP3-CA5
FP3-CA6
FP3-FH1
818T-10
818T-30
818T-150
818T-150X
818T-300
High Power
Low Power
W mW
µ
W
µ
W
µ
W
µ
W
µ W
mW
mW
mW
W
W
W
kW
20
200
2
2
200
20
nW
nW
LOW POWER
HIGH POWER
LOW POWER W/ATTN
CAL ADJ
CAL POWER
ZERO
ON (1)
OFF (0)
■
Power Meter
■ Model 1815-C
Figure 1 — Model 1815-C Controller and Accessories
Please carefully read this instruction manual before using the Model 1815-C.
Be especially careful to observe the warnings and cautions throughout this
manual (see General Warnings and Cautions). If any operating instructions
are
not clear, contact Newport Corporation.
This instruction manual contains the necessary information for operation and
maintenance of the Newport Model 1815-C as well as information for trouble-
shooting and obtaining service if necessary. This information is divided into
the following sections:
• Section 1 provides General Information about the Model 1815-C.
• Section 2 provides System Operation procedures.
System Overview
Scope of this manual
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