Swept Source Laser
14138-D02 Rev F 04/17/09 Page 13 of 18
Part 3.
Operation
3.1.
Starting the System
System Components Start-up
Follow the steps for a proper initiation of the system:
1. Start the Swept Source laser by switching on the POWER to |, and check that the “POWER ON” indicator
turns green. The “TEMP” indicator will remain green until the temperature of the system is stable (>60
seconds).
2. Wait until the “SYS OK” indicator turns green, the “TEMP” indicator should turn off.
3. Turn on the resonant scanner by pressing the “TUNE ENABLE” keypad.
4. Turn the laser ON using the “LASER ENABLE” keypad.
Figure 7:
Swept Source front panel controls
3.2.
Shutting Down the System
The following steps should be followed when shutting down the system:
1. Turn the laser off by pressing the Laser Enable switch. The “LASER ON” indicator will turn off.
2. Turn the power Switch to O.
3.3. Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible Cause
Solution
System does not start
No power is supplied to the unit
Connect the power supply
Power cord is broken
Change power cord
Other reason
Call Thorlabs for assistance
Poor performance/No signal
Fiber not connected
Connect fiber patch cable
Fiber tip is dirty
Clean fiber tip
Other reason
Call Thorlabs for assistance
Laser turns off and Temp Indicator turns
on
Exhaust fan is broken.
Stop system and call for service
