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HoloSpec Quick Start Guide

Unpacking the HoloSpec

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Installing Software (Solis or SDK)

You must have administrator access on your PC to perform this installation.

The same instructions cover the installation procedure for Andor’s Solis or SDK software, which is used in 
conjunction with third party software. If you are planning to run your camera through a third party interface you will 
require the Andor Drivers, called SDK.

Switch on the PC, insert CD and run the 

Solis (or SDK)  setup .exe

 file on the CD or download location.

•  Confirm the version of software.

•  Follow the on screen prompts.

•  Select the installation directory when prompted.

•  If prompted for camera type select the required camera

.

•  On the final window click on 

“Install”

. During the installation a number of 

other windows will appear as various drivers are installed.

•  To complete the installation, when prompted select “Yes, restart the 

computer now” and click on the finish button.

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For more information visit: http://www.andor.com/scientific-software

Please turn over

Spectrograph

Base Unit

Performing procedures, using controls, 
or adjusting the spectrograph other than 
as specified in the manual may result in 
hazardous radiation exposure.

Refer to the user manual for further 
information.

Detector Flange

Grating

Camera

Input Slit/ Fibre 

Holder (SMA or FC)

Preparing Your Facility

Handle the HoloSpec and accessories with 
care. The HoloSpec F/1.8 weighs 5.0 kg [11 
lbs] and F/1.8i 8.2 kg  [18 lbs].

Ensure sufficient clearance around 
cameras and power supply vents (Do 

not

 

block vents when operating on benchtop).

Keep dry, <80% humidity non-condensing.

Operate between 10°C and 40°C
Store between -20°C and 70°C.

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Optional

Accessories**

HoloSpec

User Guides and 

Documentation

Shutter

Input/

Intermediate 

Accessory Slit(s)

Grating(s)

Notch Filter

*  F/1.8i  models  have  integrated                     
Notch chamber and filter
** Standard and optional accessory 
type and specification as ordered

Performance 

Sheet

Product Manuals

(On CD)

Camera 

Software

(On CD)

Quick Start 

Guide

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