What to do if the laser is off or there's no laser signal on Bruker IFS 125M Laboratory Equipment?
- TTom JonesSep 12, 2025
If the laser is off or there is no laser signal, it indicates a defective laser. Contact Bruker service for assistance.
What to do if the laser is off or there's no laser signal on Bruker IFS 125M Laboratory Equipment?
If the laser is off or there is no laser signal, it indicates a defective laser. Contact Bruker service for assistance.
Why is no measurement result displayed in OPUS for Bruker IFS 125M?
If no measurement result is displayed in OPUS, it means that OPUS did not start any measurement at all. Check if OPUS has started a measurement.
Category | Laboratory Equipment |
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Software | OPUS |
Type | FTIR Spectrometer |
Detectors | DTGS, MCT |
Light Source | Tungsten-Halogen |
Interferometer Type | Michelson interferometer |
Vacuum | Optional |
Computer Interface | Ethernet |
Provides an overview of the IFS 125M FT-IR spectrometer documentation and safety instruction classifications.
Details on safety precautions, observing instructions for user safety and property damage avoidance.
Explanation of various warning symbols and their meanings for safe operation.
Covers general operational information including protective earthing and personnel qualifications.
Instructions for connecting the spectrometer's power cord to an earthed socket for safety.
Describes the physical design features of the IFS 125M spectrometer.
Details the optical specifications and components of the spectrometer.
Explains the data acquisition process and hardware used by the spectrometer.
Lists the standard and optional components included with the IFS 125M spectrometer.
Specifies the environmental and electrical conditions needed for spectrometer installation.
Identifies and defines the various connection ports on the electronics unit.
Step-by-step guide for connecting the spectrometer to its power supply.
Instructions for correctly inserting the beamsplitter into the spectrometer.
Details and labels the components visible on the front of the spectrometer.
Describes the sample compartment and its use for accessories like gas cells.
Lists and describes different beamsplitter types, their spectral ranges, and part numbers.
Details important detector types used with the spectrometer, including spectral range and part numbers.
Explains the path of light through the spectrometer's optical system.
Highlights safety precautions related to laser radiation and high voltages during operation.
Describes the procedure for powering the spectrometer on and off using the main power switch.
Procedure for verifying signal detection and intensity after component replacement.
Guides on setting up and executing different types of spectroscopic measurements.
Instructions and handling advice for changing the spectrometer's beamsplitter.
Information on cooling the MCT detector using liquid nitrogen and its associated features.
Procedure for safely changing the detector in the spectrometer.
Outlines essential safety precautions and guidelines for performing maintenance procedures.
Procedure for checking laser signals to ensure proper scanning and path difference determination.
Steps to perform a quick check of laser signals using the OPUS software.
Detailed instructions for replacing the spectrometer's light source.
Procedure and guidelines for replacing optical windows in the spectrometer.
Instructions for preparing the spectrometer for transport, including cover removal.
Step-by-step guide on how to remove covers for maintenance or transport.
Procedure for safely moving and fixing the scanner during transport preparation.
Steps for re-installing the spectrometer after it has been transported.
Instructions for correctly remounting the scanning arm after transport.
Procedure for re-adjusting the fiber-coupling head for optimal laser signal alignment.
Provides a general procedure for diagnosing spectrometer problems and identifying causes.
Lists common error messages in OPUS, their possible causes, and troubleshooting steps.
Troubleshooting steps for when no interferogram is displayed in Check Signal mode.
Explains spectrometer issues indicated by various diagnostic LEDs on the electronics unit.
Details the meaning and troubleshooting for the ERR and SR diagnostic LEDs.
Troubleshooting for issues related to data transfer and connection problems.
Discusses access conflicts and control when connecting to the spectrometer via a network.
Overview of accessing and using the spectrometer's web-based diagnostic pages.
Explains how to send direct commands to the spectrometer via the web browser.
Provides a general overview of the spectrometer's functional state through diagnostic pages.
Details the laser's status, operational hours, and related diagnostics.
Describes how to generate and interpret a full report for instrument diagnostics.
Outlines possible configurations for connecting the spectrometer to a PC or network.
Step-by-step guide for setting up a direct connection to a standalone PC.
Details the standard and optional network addresses for spectrometer connectivity.
Instructions on how to assign new IP addresses to the spectrometer using FCONF.
Details the components and definitions of the ports on the flange panel.
Explains the electronic cable connections and LEDs for instrument diagnostics.
Provides further details and context regarding the spectrometer's resolution specifications.
Step-by-step guide for updating the spectrometer's firmware using the FCONF program.
Instructions on how to restore a previously backed-up firmware version.