MCS260 
CORNERSTONE 260 MONOCHROMATORS 
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3  INITIAL SETUP 
3.1  WHAT’S INCLUDED 
 
•  Preselected diffraction gratings, installed and aligned  
•  Electronic shutter at input port  
•  A choice of single or dual output ports  
•  A choice of micrometer adjustable slits, motorized or fixed slit holders at the input port and 
output port(s)  
•  A choice of electronics interface for GPIB/RS232 or USB communication  
•  LabVIEW™ based utility software  
•  Application Programming Interface (API) for LabVIEW with examples  
•  MonoTerm low-level command software  
•  Certificate of Calibration  
•  Monochromator Power Supply  
•  Line cords (U.S. and Europe)  
•  User’s manual  
 
3.2  UNPACKING 
 
Remove all items from the shipping containers and verify each item is accounted for.  The 
instrument is carefully packaged to minimize the possibility of damage during shipment.  Inspect 
the shipping box for external signs of damage or mishandling.  Inspect the contents for damage. 
 
If any item is missing or damaged, immediately contact Oriel Instruments or the Newport 
representative from whom the system was purchased.   
 
It is suggested to save the packaging material and shipping container, in case the equipment 
needs to be relocated at a future date. 
 
 
 
 
Do not attempt to operate this equipment if there is evidence of 
shipping damage or there is suspicion that the equipment will not 
operate correctly.  Damaged equipment may present hazards. 
 
3.3  CHOOSING A LOCATION 
 
Choose an installation location where the power requirements can be met for the monochromator, 
as well as the rest of the optical system.  Be sure power is not applied to the system until the setup 
has been completed and all electrical connections made. 
 
Ensure that there is easy access to the monochromator’s power switch and the electrical outlet.