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THORLABS ELL14 User Manual

THORLABS ELL14
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ELL14 Motorized SM1 Optic Rotator
ELL14 and ELL14K
Motorized SM1 Optics
Rotator Kit
Operating Manual
Original Instructions
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THORLABS ELL14 Specifications

General IconGeneral
MaterialAluminum
InterfaceUSB
Load Capacity5 N
Power Supply5 VDC
Operating Temperature Range0°C to 40°C

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

Environmental Conditions

Specifies operating environment limits including location, altitude, temperature, and humidity.

Mounting

Details how to mount the rotator, including cage systems and post mounting options.

Chapter 2 Safety

General Warnings and Cautions

Provides essential safety warnings regarding electrical shock, user injury, and product damage.

Chapter 3 Description

Environmental Conditions

Specifies operating environment limits including location, altitude, temperature, and humidity.

Mounting

Details how to mount the rotator, including cage systems and post mounting options.

Chapter 4 Operation

Getting Started

Steps for initial setup, including installation, PC connection, and homing the stage.

Homing Procedure

Explains the process of homing the rotator using optical and magnetic sensors for positioning.

Position Error Compensation

Describes the algorithm that corrects positioning errors for improved accuracy.

Controlling the Rotator

Overview of methods to control the rotator, including handset, software, and digital lines.

Hand-held Controller

Details how to use the physical handset for manual control of the rotator.

Software Control

How to use the Elliptec software for remote control and configuration of the rotator.

Communications Protocol

Details the communication protocol for custom applications and multi-drop bus.

Connecting Multiple Devices

Instructions for connecting and addressing multiple rotator units on a single bus.

Controlling Without Handset

How to control the rotator using digital lines on Connector J1.

Connector J1 Pin Out

Details the pin assignments and functions for Connector J1.

Frequency Search

How to perform a frequency search to optimize motor performance.

Periodic Cycling

Recommends periodic movement over full travel to maintain performance.

Restoring Factory Settings

Procedure to reset the rotator to its default factory settings.

Simultaneous Movement

How to synchronize movements of multiple connected devices.

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common issues and their solutions, such as rotator not moving or homing.

Device Not Responding

Explains why the device may not respond during cleaning/optimization and handling tips.

Typical Product Life Time

Information on the expected lifespan and factors affecting it.

Making a Picoflex Cable

Step-by-step guide to creating a cable for daisy chaining devices.

Chapter 6 Specifications

General Specifications

Lists key performance characteristics like travel, speed, accuracy, and dimensions.

Chapter 7 Regulatory

Declarations of Conformity (Europe)

EU compliance statements for Machinery, EMC, and RoHS directives.

Declarations of Conformity (USA)

FCC compliance statement for Class A digital devices.

Chapter 8 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts

Contact Information

Provides contact details for sales and technical support across different regions.

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