How do I know if my spectrum is good? .....................................37
Saving the spectrum .....................................................................37
Converting the spectrum’s units...................................................38
Labeling a peak with the annotation tool .....................................40
Verifying the composition of the sample .....................................43
Creating a user library ..................................................................47
Adding a spectrum to a user library .............................................47
Creating and printing a report ......................................................48
Spectrometer Basics..........................................................................51
Spectrometer components ............................................................51
Using the data collection buttons.............................................52
What’s inside?..........................................................................54
What is on the rear panel?........................................................55
Turning on the spectrometer power .............................................56
Using a light source......................................................................58
Using beamsplitters and detectors................................................60
Selecting the right beamsplitter and detector...........................60
Improving the quality of your spectral data.............................64
How to collect data in the visible spectral range..........................70
About the moving mirror velocity................................................71
Spectrometer Options .......................................................................72
Using the filter wheel ...................................................................72
Using the energy screen wheel.....................................................75
Using the internal polarizer ..........................................................78
Smart Accessories ........................................................................81
Other sampling accessories for different applications .................85
System accessories .......................................................................90
How to cable an accessory ...........................................................91
Pass-through connectors ..........................................................91
Detector/Motors connector ......................................................95
