THORLABS APD430 Series, Operation Manual

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2 Getting Started
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2 Getting Started
2.1 Parts List
Inspect the shipping container for damage.
If the shipping container seems to be damaged, keep it until you have inspected the contents
and you have inspected the APD430x mechanically and electrically.
Verify that you have received the following items within the package:
1. APD430x Temperature-Compensated Variable Gain Avalanche Photodetector
2. SM1CP1 Metal cover cap
3. Power supply (±12 V, 200 mA), 110 V or 230 V line voltage
4. Operation manual
2.2 Preparation
Note
Prior to operation, please check if the indicated line voltage range on the power supply matches
with your local mains voltage!
Note
If you want to use your own power supply, you can ask Thorlabs for an appropriate power
connector cable.
· Carefully unpack the unit and accessories. If any damage is noticed, do not use the unit.
Call Thorlabs and have us replace the defective unit.
· If necessary, mount the unit on your optical table or application. The unit has three tapped
mounting holes (see section
Mounting for details).
· Remove the metal cover cap that protects the optical input.
· If necessary, mount external optics, filters, apertures or fiber adapters.
· Switch the power supply to your local main voltage (100-120 VAC or 220 V-240 VAC):
· Plug the power connector cable into the POWER IN.
· Plug the power supply into a 50-60 Hz, 100-120 VAC or 220V-240 VAC outlet, turn power
supply on.
·
Connect OUTPUT to your data acquisition device with a coaxial cable. Please note that a
50
W
impedance device should be used for best RF performance.
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