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PM102x
1 General Information
The PM102x Optical Power Meter Interfaces measure the optical power of laser light or other
monochromatic or near monochromatic light, detected by a connected sensor. The PM102x
power meter interfaces are compatible with all Thorlabs “C-Series”
,
Thermal Position Sensors (S44xC Series) and respective custom sensors.
To flexibly integrate the PM102x into a setup, the PM102x models offer
for instrument control and output:
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PM102: USB port and DA-15 connector
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PM102A: USB port (Input and Output) and SMA analog interface (Output only)
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PM102U: USB port only
The USB port features a fixture for secure connection of the cable to the housing.
For the PM102U and PM102A power meters, instrument control and power supply are facilita-
ted via the USB port. The PM102 can alternatively use the DA-15 interface for instrument con-
trol and to connect a power supply. Further, the PM102 can even be controlled via an external
micro-controller, supplied by the customer. For more information on the special features of the
PM102x models, please see the table
below.
For instrument control and data analysis through a connected PC, tablet or laptop, Thorlabs of-
fers the
(OPM) software, available for download. When connected to a
PM102x, thermal sensors can be calibrated using the OPM software. Alternatively, the user can
write custom made software. For information on driver and SCPI commands, please refer to the
manual WriteYourOwnApplication (WYOA) for the PM102x.
These features allow for maximum flexibility to integrate the instrument in test and measure-
ment systems and a wide range of industrial and scientific applications in Manufacturing, Qual-
ity Control, Quality Assurance, and R&D for stationary and field use.
Attention
Please find all safety information and warnings concerning this product in the chapter
in the Appendix.
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