MIRcat OPERATION
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For CW-Pulsed Operation: See Section IV-9 on Current Modulation.
IV. OPERATION
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
This section describes the operation of the MIRcat using the Control Panel GUI (i.e., with external computer
control). The laser can be turned on and off via the Laser Power button, and all laser parameters can be
adjusted using the menu on the Control Panel program. The menu operation and complete command set
are described below under Menu Functions.
The back panel offers access to a safety interlock, TTL inputs and output synchronous with the laser output,
and other features described below.
1. Back Panel Interface
Figure 10. MIRcat Back Panel
DC Power Cord
switch and power plug connector
Accepts either 110VAC, 60Hz or 220VAC, 50Hz.
Interlock
(Safety Interlock)
BNC connector: Turns off the laser when connection is opened. Each
unit is shipped with a shorting cap for immediate operation. Replace
this cap with an interlock from your lab door or other device to provide
a safer laser operating environment.
Water Chiller (2) Used to connect a flow thru water chiller for external cooling. Required
Laser Armed
Status LED
DC Power
Trigger In/Out
Laser Safety
Interlock
(CW Only)
Key Switch
DB-9
USB
Water Chiller (2)
Power On/Off
Button