Pyroistech Colibri User manual

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Colibri
User Manual
Pyroistech S.L.
Edificio I+D Jerónimo de Ayanz
Campus Arrosadía
31006, Pamplona, Spain
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Portable interferometer

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All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval
system, or transmitted, by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or
otherwise, without written permission from Pyroistech S.L.
This manual accompanies a product order and is subjected to the condition that it shall
not, by way of trade or otherwise, be lent, re-sold, hired out or otherwise circulated
without the prior consent of Pyroistech S.L. in any form of binding or cover other than
that in which it is published.
The specifications indicated in this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to make this manual as complete and as accurate as possible,
but no warranty is implied on it. The information provided is on an “as is” basis. Pyroistech
S.L. shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any
loss or damages arising from the information contained in this manual.
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0. Introduction………………………………………………...
1. Technical Specifications……………………………….….
2. Operation………………………………………………….….
2.1. Package Content………………………………………………………......
2.2. Before Use………………………………………………………………….....
2.3. During Use…………………………………………………………………….
2.4. Maintenance………………………………………………………………....
2.5. Colibri-series Diagrams…………………………………………......….
2.6. Turn on the equipment……….…………………………….…….........
2.7. Extend battery duration (optional)………………………………..
2.8. Retrieving the data (optional)…………………….………………….
3. Important Notes……………………………………...........
4. Warranty………………………………………………….……
5. Compliance……………………………………………….…..
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0. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this optical interferometer for Brix degree measurement
from Pyroistech S.L. This document describes the custom equipment and provides you
with instructions for its correct operation. Please do not hesitate to contact us through
[email protected] if you have any questions or doubts about this manual.
This equipment relies on the physical phenomena that occurs at the tip of a single
mode optical fiber. By altering the refractive index of the medium, the reflected power is
altered. The device comprises a SLED light source featuring a built-in optical circulator
connected to a Thorlabs S145C detector for reflected power measurement. Additionally,
the equipment incorporates a PM100D optical power metter equipped with a screen to
optimize the user experience.
The instrument is equipped with a battery for full portability.
1. Technical Specifications
General characteristics
•InGaAs Photodiode S154C from Thorlabs:
•Wavelength range between 800 and 1700 nm.
•Optical Power Working Range of 100 pW to 3mW.
•SLED light source DL-BP1-1501A from Denselight:
•Center wavelength: 1550 nm.
•Optical power: 12 mW.
•FWHM: 70 nm
•Built-in circulator.
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Circulator Single mode
optical fiber
DL-BP1-1501A
S154C
PM100D
Equipment schematic

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Electrical characteristics
Power
input
VIN 5 V
IIN 2.5 A max
Connector
type
USB-A
connector
Battery life Up to 5h
(if the battery of the PM100D is
fully charged)
Optical characteristics
Output
connector FC/APC
Optical
power >12mW
FWHM >70 nm
Center
wavelength 1550 nm
Size 232x425x326 mm
Weight 6,05 kg
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Responsivity (mA/W)
Wavelength (nm)
S154C Responsivity
S154C responsivity graph
SLED light source power spectral distribution

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2. Operation
2.1 Package Content
•Colibri interferometer
•2x 10000 mAh Battery
•USB-A cable
•5x Single mode optical fiber probe
•SD Card (32 x24 x 2.1 mm)
•User’s manual
Inspect carefully the devices and make sure there is no damage. On the contrary,
do not employ the light source and please contact us through
[email protected] for repair or replacement information.
2.2 Before use
Before using the device, it is essential to wait at least 15 minutes or until the
power displayed on the screen stops fluctuating to allow the light source to stabilize.
Ensure that the fiber optic is properly connected before switching on the
equipment, as it is not recommended to disconnect the fiber optic cable during
operation due to the hazardous non-visible infrared light.
For detailed instructions on the utilization of the PM100D, consult the manual
provided by Thorlabs.
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2.3 During Use
•Class 3R laser.
•Never remove the optical fiber or the FC/APC lid from the FC connector when the
device is ON.
•Never stare directly at the light beam or the exit of the optical fiber. The light beam
is invisible to the human eye, and long exposures to it produces irreversible damage
to the eyes.
2.4 Maintenance
The light FC/APC onnector should be periodically cleaned employing compressed air
to remove the dust and it is recommended to use the cap of the connector whenever
the light source is not in use to avoid dust from entering in them. The optical fiber
probe tip should be cleaned after every use to remove any kind of residues on it to
ensure the best performance.
To ensure thorough cleaning of the optical fiber probe, commence by submerging it
in water to eliminate the majority of residue present. Subsequently, acquire a lint-free
wipe and meticulously cleanse the probe using a small quantity of alcohol to effectively
eliminate any remaining residue.
CAUTION!
Do NOT stare directly at the
light beam
CAUTION!
Do NOT remove the fiber optics
nor the FC/APC connector cover
while the device is powered on.
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2.5 Colibri-series parts identification diagram
1Battery slot
2Power USB input
3On/Off switch
4FC/APC connector
5LED indicator
6PM100D ON/OFF switch
lid
7PM100D
8PM100D Cover
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2.6. Turn on the equipment
1. Connect the optical fiber
probe to the equipment
FC/APC connector (1). To
ensure a proper connection,
the notch in the connector
should align with the pin in
the optical fiber connector.
2. Insert a charged battery in its
compartment (2).
3. Connect the battery to the
equipment with the USB-A
cable (3). The cable must be a
USB-A only, as using a cable
with USB C will not work.
4. Flip the ON/OFF switch (4) to
the ON position. When the
device is ON, the LED (5) lights
up.
5. Turn on the PM100Dby
removing the lid (5) and press
the PM100DON button (6).
CAUTION!
Do NOT remove the fiber optics
nor the FC/APC connector cover
while the device is powered on.
CAUTION!
Do NOT stare directly at the light
beam
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2.7. Extend battery duration (optional)
The PM100D has an integrated battery for stand alone usage so
in order to extend the battery charge duration it is
recommended to have the PM100D charged.
1. Open the lid (1) and unplug the power cable (2).
2. Plug the charging cable (2) until the PM100Dis fully charged.
3. Once the PM100D is charged, unplug the charging cable and
plug the power cable.
Optional: The power cable can be left unplugged while the
battery of the PM100D has charge to extend some more the
duration of the battery of the equipment.
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2.8. Retrieving the data (optional)
The data is stored in aSD card located beneath the main cover (2).
To access to the SD card:
1. Unscrew the cover fastening screws (1) and remove the cover (2).
2. Extract the SD card (3).
For detailed instructions on how to save the data on the SD card,
consult the manual of the PM100D provided by Thorlabs.
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3. Important Notes
•Do not remove or alter any installed safety device on this equipment. Doing so will
cancel your warranty and create an unsafe operating environment.
•There are NO user serviceable parts inside, aside of the ones mentioned in this manual.
Dangerous currents are present in this device. Only allow qualified personnel to service
this unit.
•Inspect this unit and its power supply before using it for the first time. Do not use the
unit if it is damaged in any way. Contact us for repair or replacement information.
•Avoid exposure to direct sun light. A rise in the light source’s temperature could affect its
operation and reliability.
Eye safety
•Optical radiation can damage your eyes. Do NOT stare directly at the light beam.
•Non visible infrared light, which can be hazardous. Observe safety precaution given in
IEC 62471 when operating these equipment.
CAUTION !
Do NOT stare directly
at the light beam
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Electromagnetic Compatibility
•Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as antenna cables
and external antennas) should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of
this equipment. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could
result.
•The use of cables, power supplies, transformers and accessories other than those
specified by Pyroistech S.L., in addition to not being covered by the warranty, may lead
to increased emissions and/or decreased electromagnetic compatibility.

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4. Warranty
Pyroistech’s general warranty for a product has a 1 year duration.
This warranty includes repairs and replacement of damaged parts due to a malfunction
of the equipment, as long as said malfunction can be attributed to errors made in the
manufacture of it by Pyroistech SL, not to a punctual misuse of the source or to a
continued incorrect employment of it by the user, whether conscious or unconscious,
due to not having followed the operation recommendations indicated by Pyroistech SL
There is the possibility of extending this guarantee. For more information, contact
Pyroistech S.L.
WEEE
Compliance
5. Compliance
This device complies the following standards:
Contact Pyroistech S.L. if you
require more information about
the electromagnetic compatibility
of the product.
If you consider that the product has reached the end of its
useful life and you want to dispose of it, you can contact
Pyroistech S.L. so that it is in charge of its management.
EMC 2014/30/EU
RoHS-compliant
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Edificio I+D Jerónimo de Ayanz
Campus Arrosadía
31006, Pamplona, Spain
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