Electro-Optics Technology, Inc.
Electro-Optics Technology, Inc. | 3340 Parkland Ct. Traverse City, MI 49686 USA
eotech.com | sales@eotech.com | 231.935.4044
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Thank you for purchasing your Amplified Photodetector from EOT. This user guide will help
answer any questions you may have regarding the safe use and optimal operation of your
Amplified Photodetector.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Amplified Photodetector Overview ....................................................................................... 2
II. Operation of your EOT Amplified Photodetector ................................................................. 3
III. Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................... 3
IV. Schematics: Amplified Photodetectors .................................................................................. 4
V. Warranty Statement and Repair ............................................................................................. 4
VI. Glossary of Terms .................................................................................................................. 5
I. Amplified Photodetector Overview
EOT’s Amplified Photodetectors contain PIN photodiodes that utilize the photovoltaic
effect to convert optical power into an electrical current. Figure 1 below identifies the
main elements of your Amplified Photodetector.
Figure 1: EOT Amplified Photodetector
When terminated into 50 Ω into an oscilloscope, the pulsewidth of a laser can be
measured. When terminated into a spectrum analyzer, the frequency response of a laser
can be measured.