horiba JOBIN YVON SYNAPSE User manual

SYNAPSE
CCD Detection System
User Manual
Part Number 81100 – Revision 2

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Copyright © November, 2006 HORIBA Jobin Yvon Inc., Optical Spectroscopy Division.
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Contents
DISCLAIMER............................................................................................................................VII
PREFACE....................................................................................................................................IX
CHAPTER 1: SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS.......................................1
Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 1
CHAPTER 2: SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ..............................................................................5
Input Power Requirements .......................................................................................................... 5
Environmental Requirements ...................................................................................................... 5
Ventilation Requirements............................................................................................................ 5
General Safety Requirements ...................................................................................................... 6
Safety Symbols............................................................................................................................ 7
Computer Requirements.............................................................................................................. 9
Software ................................................................................................................................... 9
Hardware .................................................................................................................................. 9
General Maintenance Requirements.......................................................................................... 10
Cleaning the Detector Head ................................................................................................... 10
Cleaning the Dust Cover of the Power Supply Unit .............................................................. 10
CHAPTER 3: DETECTOR SYSTEM INSTALLATION.......................................................11
Installation Overview ................................................................................................................ 11
Unpacking and Equipment Inspection....................................................................................... 12
Installing SynerJY Application Software.................................................................................. 14
Mounting Synapse to a Spectrograph........................................................................................ 15
Connecting Electrical Interface Cables ..................................................................................... 16
CHAPTER 4: INITIAL POWER-UP AND OPERATION.....................................................19
Initial Power-up ......................................................................................................................... 19
CCD Focus and Alignment on the Spectrograph ...................................................................... 22
Preparing Focus and Alignment Mechanisms........................................................................ 22
Synapse Focus and Alignment ............................................................................................... 23
Modes of Data Acquisition........................................................................................................ 25
CCD Position.......................................................................................................................... 25
CCD Range ............................................................................................................................ 26
Triggering............................................................................................................................... 26
Acquisition Mode Parameters ................................................................................................ 26
CHAPTER 5: TRIGGERING....................................................................................................29
TTL Output Options:................................................................................................................. 29
SHUTTER.............................................................................................................................. 29
START EXPERIMENT......................................................................................................... 29
EXT TRIGGER READY ....................................................................................................... 29
Synchronized Triggering to an External Event ......................................................................... 30

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CHAPTER 6: AUXILIARY ANALOG INPUT........................................................................33
Normalization (Reference) ........................................................................................................ 33
Independent Data Acquisition ................................................................................................... 35
Configuring for Voltage and Current Modes ............................................................................ 36
CHAPTER 7: TEMPERATURE CONTROL ..........................................................................37
CHAPTER 8: DETECTOR SYSTEM COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ..............................39
Synapse CCD Detector Head .................................................................................................... 39
Detector Head Cooling........................................................................................................... 39
Detector Head Chamber and Cooling Effectiveness.............................................................. 40
Detector Head Electrical Interfaces........................................................................................ 40
SHUTTER.............................................................................................................................. 41
START EXPERIMENT......................................................................................................... 41
EXT TRIGGER READY ....................................................................................................... 42
Pixel Processing / Data Acquisition Modes of Operation...................................................... 44
Gain Selections....................................................................................................................... 45
System Noise.......................................................................................................................... 47
Built-In-Test Diagnostic Capability....................................................................................... 49
CCD Hardware Binning Control............................................................................................ 49
CCD Exposure Control .......................................................................................................... 49
Synapse Power Supply Unit ...................................................................................................... 51
Integrated TE Power Supply .................................................................................................. 51
Integrated Power Shutter Drive Circuitry (optional).............................................................. 51
Power Supply Unit Electrical Interfaces ................................................................................ 52
Software..................................................................................................................................... 53
Shutter........................................................................................................................................ 53
CHAPTER 9: POWERING DOWN AND DISASSEMBLY OF THE SYSTEM .................55
Power Down Procedure............................................................................................................. 55
Disassembly of the Detection System ....................................................................................... 55
CHAPTER 10: OPTIMIZATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................57
Optical Optimization ................................................................................................................. 57
Spatial Optimization.................................................................................................................. 57
Reducing the Number of Conversions....................................................................................... 58
Environmental Noise Reduction................................................................................................ 58
Cooling ...................................................................................................................................... 59
Shutter........................................................................................................................................ 59
Power Interruption..................................................................................................................... 59
Software Cannot Recognize Hardware Configuration ............................................................ 59
Unit Fails to Turn On................................................................................................................. 60
APPENDIX A: DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS........................................................................61
APPENDIX B: COMPLIANCE INFORMATION..........................................................65
Declaration of Conformity......................................................................................................... 65
Supplementary Information.................................................................................................... 65

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APPENDIX C: PERFORMING ROUTINE PROCEDURES WITH SYNERJY.................67
CCD Focus and Alignment on the Spectrograph ...................................................................... 67
Triggering .................................................................................................................................. 71
Using the Auxiliary Analog Input Port...................................................................................... 73
Normalization (Reference)..................................................................................................... 73
Independent Data Acquisition................................................................................................ 74
Configuring for Voltage and Current Modes ......................................................................... 75
APPENDIX D: WEEE RECYCLING PASSPORT .................................................................77
WEEE Product Marking............................................................................................................ 79
General External View of Detector Head.................................................................................. 81
Dismantling of Detector Head................................................................................................... 82
Notes for Dismantling Detector Head ....................................................................................... 83
Complete Recycling Data of Detector Head ............................................................................. 84
General External View of Power Supply Unit .......................................................................... 85
Dismantling of Power Supply Unit ........................................................................................... 86
Notes for Dismantling Power Supply Unit................................................................................ 87
Complete Recycling Data of Power Supply Unit...................................................................... 88
APPENDIX E: ACCESSORIES.................................................................................................89
SERVICE POLICY.....................................................................................................................91
RETURN AUTHORIZATION...................................................................................................92
WARRANTY................................................................................................................................93
INDEX.........................................................................................................................................105

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FIGURES
Figure 1. Removable Dust Cover of Power Supply Unit.............................................................. 10
Figure 2. Typical Synapse System Components........................................................................... 12
Figure 3. Flange Installation (Imaging flange pictured with iHR320 Spectrograph)................... 15
Figure 4. Typical Synapse Electrical Interconnect Scheme.......................................................... 17
Figure 5. CCD Rotation and Adjustment Mechanisms ................................................................ 23
Figure 6. Example of a Focused and Aligned CCD...................................................................... 24
Figure 7. Timing Diagram for an Externally Triggered Single .................................................... 31
Figure 8. Timing Diagram for an Externally Triggered Multi-accumulation............................... 32
Figure 9. Typical Configuration for Normalization using Synapse AUX IN Port ....................... 33
Figure 10. Typical Configuration for Independent Data Acq. using Synapse AUX IN Port ....... 35
Figure 11. Detector Head Electrical Interfaces............................................................................. 40
Figure 12. External I2C Connector Pin Out (viewed looking at rear of detector) ........................ 43
Figure 13. Typical Dark/Noise Scan for the Synapse in High Sensitivity Mode ......................... 48
Figure 14. Illustration of 2 x 2 Binning Operation on a 4 x 4 CCD Array ................................... 50
Figure 15. Power Supply Unit Electrical Interfaces ..................................................................... 52
Figure 16. Synapse Detector Head................................................................................................ 61
Figure 17. Distance from Focal Plane to CCD Chip .................................................................... 62
Figure 18. Synapse Power Supply Unit ........................................................................................ 63
Figure 19. Synapse Detector Head Product Markings.................................................................. 80
Figure 20. Synapse Power Supply Unit Product Markings .......................................................... 80
Figure 21. General View of Synapse Detector Head Indicating Ext. Material for Recycling...... 81
Figure 22. Illustration of the Dismantling Process for the Synapse Detector Head ..................... 82
Figure 23. Synapse Detector Head Depicting Location of Internal Material for Recycling ........ 83
Figure 24. General View of Synapse Power Supply Unit Indicating Ext. Material for Recycling85
Figure 25. Illustration of the Dismantling Process for the Synapse Power Supply Unit.............. 86
Figure 26. Synapse Power Supply Unit Depicting Location of Internal Material for Recycling. 87
TABLES
Table I. System Level Specifications for the Synapse CCD Detection System ............................. 2
Table II. Safety Symbols................................................................................................................. 7
Table III. Individual Components for the Synapse....................................................................... 13
Table IV. Synapse Gain Options Versus Sensor Offerings .......................................................... 45
Table V. Shutter Models............................................................................................................... 54
Table VI. Applicable CE Compliance Tests and Standards ......................................................... 66
Table VII. Summary of Synapse Detection System Material Requiring Selective Treatment..... 77
Table VIII. Tools Required for Disassembly of the Synapse CCD Detection System................. 78
Table IX. Breakdown of Synapse Recycling Components Viewed Externally............................ 81
Table X. Detector Head Disassembly Process.............................................................................. 82
Table XI. Breakdown of Internal Detector Head Recycling......................................................... 83
Table XII. Complete Recycling Data of Detector Head............................................................... 84
Table XIII. Breakdown of Power Supply Unit Recycling Components Viewed Externally........ 85
Table XIV. Power Supply Unit Disassembly Process.................................................................. 86
Table XV. Breakdown of Internal Power Supply Unit Recycling................................................ 87
Table XVI. Complete Recycling Data of Power Supply Unit...................................................... 88
Table XVII. Available Accessories for Synapse .......................................................................... 89

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Disclaimer
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Preface
This manual explains how to install, operate, troubleshoot and maintain your Synapse
CCD (Charge Coupled Device) detection system, as well as describes salient features and
overall system specifications. Information is also provided regarding the minimum
system requirements necessary for successful system operation and optimum
performance.
Depending on the purchased system configuration, your system may contain more than
one HORIBA Jobin Yvon operating manual. The general guidelines presented below may
assist you in finding the specific manual that is the most informative on a particular
subject:
•Each manual generally covers a specific product along with the features and
accessories particular to and/or contained within that product.
•Accessories that can be applied to other products are normally covered by
separate documentation.
•Software that is exclusively used with one instrument or system is covered in the
manual for that product.
•Software that can be used with a number of products is covered in its own
manual.
•If you are reading about a product that interacts with other products, you will be
referred to additional documentation as necessary.

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Chapter 1: System Description and
Specifications
Introduction
The Synapse CCD is a complete solution for modern
spectroscopic measurements. This compact CCD
detector is designed to interact with all HORIBA
Jobin Yvon spectrometers and provide highly
sensitive detection for any experiment. Its flexible
design can handle any application from simple
absorbance to the most difficult Raman or
photoluminescence measurements.
Synapse is a complete CCD detection system, providing two-dimensional photo-
detection, while offering outstanding sensitivity, high speed, low noise, ruggedness,
durability, and high reliability. The Synapse platform supports a wide variety of chip
formats and sensor characteristics to meet your intended spectroscopic application. Every
Synapse CCD is factory tested for linearity, full well capacity, and read noise
performance.
Features include an integrated controller, thermoelectric air cooling, and a maintenance-
free, sealed vacuum chamber. Low noise amplifiers are precisely located next to the CCD
sensor to minimize any noise from the external environment. Communication between
the detector and the host computer is achieved via a high speed USB 2.0 computer
interface.
Additionally, Synapse allows flexibility in selection and storage of detector parameters
for X and Y binning, area definition, selection of various gains and pixel processing
speeds, and advanced trigger operation as well as TTL output. All functions are
controlled via SynerJY®, HORIBA Jobin Yvon’s spectroscopic application software.
The primary components making up the Synapse CCD detection system are:
•CCD Detector Head
•Power Supply Unit
•Spectroscopic Application Software
All Synapse equipment is tested for compliance with both the EMC Directive
89/336/EEC and the Low Voltage Directive for Safety 73/23/EEC, and bears the
international CE mark as indication of this compliance. HORIBA Jobin Yvon guarantees
the product line’s CE compliance only when original HORIBA Jobin Yvon supplied parts
are used. Appendix B provides a table of all CE Compliance tests and standards used to
qualify this product.

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Table I. System Level Specifications for the Synapse CCD Detection System
Specifications
System Parameter Units / Description
Sensor
Temperature -70 °C (203 K) @ TA= +20 °C
Resolution Step Size 0.1 °C
Operating
Temperature Long Term Stability ± 0.1 °C
Noise See Notes 1 and 2
Non-Linearity < 0.4% @ 20 kHZ
< 1 % @ 1 MHz
Full Well Capacity See Notes 1 and 2
Effective Dynamic Range See Notes 1 and 2
Dark Current See Notes 1 and 2
Pixel Processing
ADC Precision 16 bit
ADC Dynamic Range 65, 535 maximum
Data Conversion Speed 20 kHz and 1 MHz programmable via software
Gain Settings High sensitivity, best dynamic range, and high light programmable via
software (See Note 3)
Binning and ROI Supports flexible binning patterns and areas programmable via
software
Exposure Time 0.001 s minimum to 49.71 days maximum
Vertical Clock Speeds 8 µs to 36 µs programmable via software, See Note 2
Electrical Interfaces
Computer Interface USB 2.0
Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C) Bus Two-wire, synchronous, serial interface
Standard Mode: 100 kb/s Fast Mode: 400 kb/s
Voltage Input
Range
+/- 10 V, +/- 1 V, +/- 0.1 V, and +/- 0.01 V programmable via
software
Current Input
Range
+/-10 µA, +/- 1 µA , +/- 0.1 µA, and +/- 0.01 µA programmable via
software
Gain Settings Four gain settings of 1/10/100/1000 programmable via software
Auxiliary Analog
Input Channel
ADC Resolution 16 bit
External Trigger Input (TTL In) TTL level signal, programmable rising/falling edge triggering via
software
TTL Output (TTL Out) TTL level signal, configurable output and polarity via software
Shutter Coil Resistance 12 Ω
Shutter Pulsed Voltage to Open +60 V DC
Shutter Hold Voltage +5 V DC
Shutter Output
Excitation Drive
Operating Frequency 40 Hz maximum rep rate
Power Requirements
Input Line Voltage 85-264 V AC continuous / universal
Input Line Frequency 47 – 63 Hz
Input Power 110 W typical
Optical Distance from Sensor to Front Flange
Optical Distance 13.87 mm (.546 in)
Mechanical
Detector Head 178 mm (7.02 in), 113 mm (4.45 in), 113 mm (4.45 in)Dimensions
(L x W x H) Power Supply Unit 195 mm (7.67 in), 130 mm (5.10 in), 94 mm (3.70 in)
Detector Head 2.108 kg (4.52 lb)
Weight Power Supply Unit 1.650 kg (3.18 lb)

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Notes:
1. All specifications subject to change without
notification.
2. System attributes, such as total system noise, full
well capacity, effective system dynamic range
and dark current are a function of the selected
sensor in combination with the Synapse
detection system and as such, are addressed in
separate CCD specification documents for all
HORIBA Jobin Yvon sensor offerings.
3. Calibration data, defining the transfer function
for the incorporated CCD sensor in electrons
/count for each available gain setting is provided
with each Synapse detector.

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Chapter 2: System Requirements
Synapse CCD systems have minimum system requirements that are necessary for
successful operation and optimum performance. This section covers issues related to
system attributes such as input power, physical environment, ventilation,
grounding/safety, host computer requirements and general maintenance. The user is
encouraged to read this chapter in its entirety prior to installing and powering up the
detection system.
Input Power Requirements
The Synapse operates from universal AC single-phase input power over the range of 85
to 264 V AC with a line frequency of 47 to 63 Hz. This AC input power is applied to a
two-pole fusing power entry module located on the rear panel of the power supply unit.
This module incorporates two 5 x 20 mm IEC approved, 2.0 A, 250 V, ceramic slow
blow fuses (Cooper Bussman P# BK/GDC-2A or equivalent) to protect against line
disturbances/anomalies outside the system’s nominal operating power range.
Environmental Requirements
•Storage temperature from -25 °C to +55 °C
•Operating ambient temperature range +25 °C ±5 °C
•Relative humidity ≤80% non-condensing
Ventilation Requirements
Fans are incorporated in both the power supply unit and detector head to cool the
enclosed electronics and maintain optimum system performance. Care should be taken to
ensure that the ventilation slots on both the detector head and power supply unit are free
from obstruction in order to maintain an adequate level of air flow for proper operation.
Keep a minimum distance of 2 inches between the vents of the equipment and any walls
or surrounding equipment.

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General Safety Requirements
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation
of this instrument. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings
elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended
use of instrument. HORIBA Jobin Yvon assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to
comply with these requirements. Certain symbols (listed on the following page) may be
found on the instrument, supporting equipment or used throughout the text for special
conditions when operating the instrument.
To prevent permanent damage to your system, please observe the following safety
precautions:
•Do not block the air vents of the detector head or power supply unit. Preventing
the free flowing air can overheat and permanently damage the CCD.
•Prior to the application of power, ensure that the ground prong of the power
supply power cord is properly connected to a wall outlet or power strip that
provides for a protective earth ground connection.
•Do not connect or disconnect any cables to or from the detector head while the
system is powered on.
•The sensor and detector head electronics are all very sensitive to Electrostatic
Discharge (ESD). When installing the system, stand on a conductive mat and wear
a grounded ESD wrist strap.

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Safety Symbols
Please refer to the table below to locate and identify the important safety symbols on the
instrument and supporting equipment.
Table II. Safety Symbols
Symbol Name Meaning
Caution Refer to the instruction manual in order
to protect against damage to the product.
Hazardous voltage Caution, risk of electrical shock.
Hot-surface Caution, hot surface.
Cryogenic surface Caution, severe burn
Explosion
Explosion hazard! Wear explosion-proof
goggles, full-face shield, skin-protective
clothing, and protective gloves.
Humidity Caution, excessive humidity, if present,
can damage certain equipment.
Ultraviolet light
Ultraviolet light! Wear protective
goggles, full face shield, skin-protective
clothing, and UV-blocking gloves. Do
not stare into light.
Intense ultraviolet,
visible, or infrared
light.
Intense ultraviolet, visible, or infrared
light! Wear light-protective goggles, full-
face shield, skin-protective clothing, and
light-blocking gloves. Do not stare into
light.
Disconnect before
servicing
Disconnect instrument from mains
before servicing.
Earth (ground)
terminal
Indicates a circuit-common connected to
grounded chassis.

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Protective earth
(ground) terminal
Indicates a protected circuit-common
connected to grounded chassis.
Alternating current Indicates an alternating current.
On (supply) Indicates power is on.
Off (supply) Indicates power is off.
Wear gloves Wear protective gloves to protect hands
from burns, chemicals, or other hazards.
Wear face shield
Wear a full face shield to protect face
from dangers such as ultraviolet, visible,
or infrared light or from explosion
hazards.
Wear protective
goggles
Wear protective goggles to protect eyes
from dangers such as ultraviolet, visible,
or infrared light and chemicals.
See instruction
manual
Refer to the instruction manual, in order
to protect against damage to the product.
WEEE mark
Electrical and electronic equipment
meets the requirements of the WEEE
Directive 2002/96/EC; indicates separate
collection and disposal for electrical and
electronic equipment.

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Computer Requirements
Synapse CCD detection systems are configured and controlled via HORIBA Jobin
Yvon’s SynerJY software. To successfully install SynerJY, the your computer system
must be equipped with the following:
Software
•Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system
Hardware
•Meets minimum requirements for running Windows 2000 or Windows XP
•128 MB RAM
•200 MB disk space
•One free USB 2.0 port for USB communications

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General Maintenance Requirements
Cleaning the Detector Head
Users are recommended to periodically clean the Synapse detector by wiping it down
with a clean, damp cloth. This procedure should only be performed on external surfaces
after any supplied ESD covers have been re-affixed to their respective electrical
interfaces. Do not use any solvents, soaps, or abrasives when cleaning components as
these products can damage surface finishes.
Cleaning the Dust Cover of the Power Supply Unit
The dust cover of the power supply unit must be periodically (a minimum of once every
six months) removed and cleaned. To clean the dust cover:
1. Make sure that the power
switch located on the
back of the power supply
unit is set to the off (“O”
symbol) position.
2. Remove the four Phillips
head screws that secure
the dust cover to the unit.
3. Remove the dust cover,
holding it several feet
away from the unit.
Figure 1. Removable Dust Cover of Power Supply Unit
4. Hold a can of compressed air about 2” away from the dust cover, and use short
blasts of air to remove all dust from the cover.
When using compressed air, read and follow the usage
information, usage directions, and caution warnings
specific to the brand of air you are using. Use the
product in a well-ventilated area and do not use near
potential ignition sources - compressed air can ignite
under certain circumstances.
.
5. Once the cover is clean and completely dry, re-secure it to the power supply unit
using the four Phillips head screws.
CAUTION