THORLABS TSP01 User manual

Environmental Measurement
TSP01
Quick Start
2012

Version:
Date:
1.0
09.08.2012
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Foreword
Contents
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1 General Information 3
31.1 Safety
31.2 Ordering Codes and Accessories
31.3 Requirements
31.3.1 Hardware Requirements
31.3.2 Software Requirements
2 Installation 4
42.1 Parts List
42.2 Getting Started
42.3 Installing Software
3 Operating Instruction 11
123.1 Quick Start
4 Maintenance and Service 15
154.1 Version Information
5 Appendix 16
165.1 Technical Data
175.2 Certifications and Compliances
185.3 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts

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personal injury or death. Always read the associated information
carefully, before performing the indicated procedure.
Please read these advices carefully!
This manual also contains "NOTES" and "HINTS" written in this form.
Attention
Paragraphs preceeded by this symbol explain hazards that could
damage the instrument and the connected equipment or may cause
loss of data.
Note
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1 General Information
The TSP01 is a device in the size of a USB thumb drive that can be plugged to any free USB
port for reading up to three different temperature values and relative humidity.
The combined humidity and temperature sensor is embedded into the USB stick, a second
NTC temperature sensor is included and can be connected to the housing. A third optional
temperature sensor can be plugged to the USB housing. External temperature sensors can be
Thorlabs TSP-TH or any other NTC type sensors. The software allows to enter individual NTC
parameters, such as R0 (reference resistance), T0 (reference temperature) and the B
coefficient.
The data can be displayed in the GUI or can be embedded into existing software, e.g. Thorlabs
Beam Profiler Software.
1.1 Safety
Attention
All statements regarding safety of operation and technical data in this instruction
manual will only apply when the unit is operated correctly as it was designed for.
All modules must only be operated with proper shielded connection cables.
Only with written consent from Thorlabs may changes to single components be carried
out or components not supplied by Thorlabs be used.
This precision device is only serviceable if properly packed into the complete original
packaging including the plastic foam sleeves. If necessary, ask for a replacement
package.
1.2 Ordering Codes and Accessories
TSP01 Temperature and Humidity USB Sensor Probe with external temperature sensor
TSP-TH External temperature probe for TSP01
1.3 Requirements
1.3.1 Hardware Requirements
CPU: 1 GHz or higher
RAM: 512 MB or more
Graphic card with at least 32 MB memory
Hard disc with at least 100 MB free storage space
Free USB2.0 port
1.3.2 Software Requirements
The TSP01 software is compatible with the following operating systems:
Windows ® XP (32-bit) SP3
Windows ® Vista (32-bit, 64-bit)
Windows ® 7 (32-bit, 64-bit)
For operation of the TSP01, also an NI-VISA (version 5.1 or higher) is required. This NI-VISA
engines comes with the Thorlabs TSP01 installation CD, but can be downloaded also from
National Instruments' website www.ni.com.

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2.1 Parts List
Inspect the shipping container for damage.
If the shipping container seems to be damaged, keep it until you have inspected the contents
and you have inspected the TSP01 mechanically and electrically.
Verify that you have received the following items within the package:
1. TSP01 Temperature and Humidity USB Sensor Probe
2. TSP-TH External Temperature Probe for TSP01
3. USB Extension Cable, 2m
4. CD with TSP01 software and drivers
5. Quick Start Instruction
2.2 Getting Started
Attention
Please do not connect the TSP01 prior to install software! The probe won't be recognized
correctly and will not work as intended.
2.3 Installing Software
Hereinafter, the installation to Windows 7 operating system is explained.
Insert the CD and select "Install Software" from the start up panel.
If the CD does not start automatically, please start the installation manually from
[CD Drive]:\autorun\autorun.exe

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The installer verifies if a NI-VISA is already installed. If not, the installer alerts you about that
and requires NI-VISA installation, otherwise it continues with TSP01 application software
installation
Note
Please note that the NI-VISA is mandatory to operate the TSP01.
Click "Install" to continue
Click "Yes" to start installation, and in the next dialogs "Next" to install.
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Click "I accept..." if you do so, then "Next >" to continue.

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Click "Next >" to continue.
Click "Finish" to continue. You will be prompted to restart the computer.
Click "Restart", leave CD in the drive. After the restart, the TSP01 software installation
automatically resumes: