THORLABS PMT1000 Series User manual

PMT1000 Series
Photomultiplier Tubes
User Guide

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PMT1000 Series Photomultiplier Tubes
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Warning Symbol Definitions ...........................................1
Chapter 2 Safety.................................................................................2
Chapter 3 Description........................................................................3
3.1. Overview ....................................................................... 3
Chapter 4 Getting Started .................................................................5
4.1. Ordering Codes .............................................................. 5
4.2. Unpacking and Inspection.............................................. 5
4.3. Setting Up PMT1000 Series PMT .................................... 6
Minimum Computer Requirements..............................................6
Preparation..................................................................................6
Chapter 5 Operation...........................................................................7
Chapter 6 Software ............................................................................9
6.1. PMT2100 Software Development Kit (SDK) Installation.. 9
6.2. Keysight IO Libraries Suite ........................................... 13
Keysight VISA Settings Configuration .......................................16
6.3. NI-VISA Runtime 18.5................................................... 18
6.4. Software Startup ......................................................... 24
6.5. Setting the PMT1000 Offset ......................................... 26
6.6. GUI (Graphical User Interface) ..................................... 27
Display Area ..............................................................................27
Menu..........................................................................................28
6.7. Updating the Firmware................................................ 29
Chapter 7 Maintaining the PMT1000 Series ..................................31
7.1. Storing the PMT1000 Series ......................................... 31
7.2. Troubleshooting .......................................................... 31
Chapter 8 Electrical Schematic ......................................................32
Chapter 9 Performance Plots..........................................................33
Chapter 10 Specifications.................................................................34
10.1. General Specifications ................................................. 34

PMT1000 Series Photomultiplier Tubes
10.2. PMT Specifications....................................................... 35
10.3. Amplifier Specifications ............................................... 36
Chapter 11 Mechanical Drawing.......................................................37
Chapter 12 Commands......................................................................41
Chapter 13 Certifications and Compliance......................................43
Chapter 14 Warranty..........................................................................44
Chapter 15 Regulatory.......................................................................45
Chapter 16 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts.......................................46

PMT1000 Series Photomultiplier Tubes Chapter 1: Warning Symbol Definitions
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Chapter 1 Warning Symbol Definitions
Below is a list of warning symbols you may encounter in this manual or on your
device.
Symbol
Description
Direct Current
Alternating Current
Both Direct and Alternating Current
Earth Ground Terminal
Protective Conductor Terminal
Frame or Chassis Terminal
Equipotentiality
On (Supply)
Off (Supply)
In Position of a Bi-Stable Push Control
Out Position of a Bi-Stable Push Control
Caution: Risk of Electric Shock
Caution: Hot Surface
Caution: Risk of Danger
Warning: Laser Radiation
Caution: Spinning Blades May Cause Harm

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Chapter 2 Safety
All statements regarding safety of operation and technical data in this user guide
will only apply when the unit is operated correctly. Please read the following
warnings and cautions carefully before operating the device.
WARNING
DO NOT use the device for anything other than its intended use. If the device is
used in a manner not specified by Thorlabs, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.
CAUTION
DO NOT operate in a wet, damp, or explosive environment.

PMT1000 Series Photomultiplier Tubes Chapter 3: Description
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Chapter 3 Description
Our PMT1000 Series Photomultiplier Tubes (PMTs) have an integrated
transimpedence amplifier, designed for the detection of signals from
DC to 80 MHz. They have built-in low pass filters (250 kHz, 2.5 MHz and 80 MHz).
The USB cable powers and controls the PMT1000 PMTs. A buffered output drives
a 50 Ωimpedance up to ±1.5 V. The housing includes C-Mount threading
(1.00"-32) for convenient mounting of external optics, emission filters, and irises.
The PMT1000 series consist of PMT1000 (C-Mount threading, only available with
Thorlabs Imaging Systems), PMT1001 (SM1-threaded aperture with imperial
mounting threads), PMT1001/M (SM1-threaded aperture with metric mounting
threads), and PMT1002 (C-Mount threading, standalone unit).
3.1. Overview
Figure 1 PMT1000 Series PMT Front View
Cap
(C-Mount or SM1)
Photocathode
Internal Thread
( C-Mount or SM1 Threading)

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Figure 2 PMT1000 Series PMT Rear View
USB Port
Serial Number
SMA Cable
Output

PMT1000 Series Photomultiplier Tubes Chapter 4: Getting Started
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Chapter 4 Getting Started
This section is provided for those interested in getting the Photomultiplier Tube
module up and running quickly.
4.1. Ordering Codes
Ordering Codes
Description
PMT1000
Non-Cooled Multialkali PMTs with Built-in Amplifier, C-
mount (Only Available with Thorlabs Imaging Systems)
PMT1001
Non-Cooled Multialkali PMTs with Built-in Amplifier,
SM1-threaded Aperture with Imperial Mounting Threads
PMT1001/M
Non-Cooled Multialkali PMTs with Built-in Amplifier,
SM1-threaded Aperture with Metric Mounting Threads
PMT1002
Non-Cooled Multialkali PMTs with Built-in Amplifier,
C-mount
4.2. Unpacking and Inspection
Open the package, and carefully remove the PMT1000 series PMT and its
accessories. The table lists the standard accessories shipped with the device.
Name
Quantity
PMT1000
PMT1001
PMT1001/M
PMT1002
Photomultiplier Tube
1
1
1
1
USB Male A to Mini
ROHS
1
1
1
1
SMA to SMB Cable
120"
1
1
1
1
C-Mount Cap
1
-
-
1
SM1 Cap
-
1
1
-
PMT1000 Control
Software CD
1
1
1
1
Inspect the device and its accessories for any missing parts or damage. If there is
any problem, please contact our nearest office (see Chapter 16: Thorlabs
Worldwide Contacts for details).

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4.3. Setting Up PMT1000 Series PMT
Minimum Computer Requirements
Computer Requirements
Operating System
Windows 7 or 10 (64-Bit)
Driver
Keysight IO Libraries Suite (Version 17.2.20818.0)
Other Software
Visual C++ Redistributable Package (2012), Microsoft
.NET 4.5.2
Preparation
1. Mount the PMT on your optical table or application. Keep the PMT cap on
until you are ready to start the experiment.
2. Connect the USB port to the computer.
3. Connect a 50 ΩSMA to SMB cable from the OUT port of the PMT to a
data acquisition equipment. If you use your own cable and the cable
length is longer than 120", we recommend you to terminate the opposite
end of the cable at 50 Ωfor maximum performance.
CAUTION
DO NOT expose the photomultiplier tube to strong light sources
(especially UV). They can temporarily increase the noise in the output
signal. This PMT does not have a protection trip circuit.
4. Install the required software/driver on your computer as described in
Chapter 6: Software.
5. Start the PMT2100 Control software (refer to Section 6.4: Software
Startup)and adjust the PMT offset (refer to Section 6.5: Setting the
PMT1000 Offset).
Note: The PMT1000 Series PMTs share the same software as the
PMT2100 Series PMTs. The software for the PMT1000 Series is called
PMT2100 Control.
6. Switch on the light source.
7. Use the PMT2100 Control software (refer to Chapter 6: Software) to
control the output gain of the PMT.
Note: The warm-up time required before applying control voltage is 30–60
minutes.