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Virtual Optical

Power Meter
841-P-USB

User’s Manual

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Warranty
Newport Corporation warrants that this product will be free from defects in
material and workmanship and will comply with Newport’s published
specifications at the time of sale for a period of one year from date of
shipment. If found to be defective during the warranty period, the product
will either be repaired or replaced at Newport's option.
To exercise this warranty, write or call your local Newport office or
representative, or contact Newport headquarters in Irvine, California. You
will be given prompt assistance and return instructions. Send the product,
freight prepaid, to the indicated service facility. Repairs will be made and the
instrument returned freight prepaid. Repaired products are warranted for the
remainder of the original warranty period or 90 days, whichever is longer.
Limitation of Warranty
The above warranties do not apply to products which have been repaired or
modified without Newport’s written approval, or products subjected to
unusual physical, thermal or electrical stress, improper installation, misuse,
abuse, accident or negligence in use, storage, transportation or handling. This
warranty also does not apply to fuses, batteries, or damage from battery
leakage.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE.
NEWPORT CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING
FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS.
First printing 2004
© 2004 by Newport Corporation, Irvine, CA. All rights reserved. No part of
this manual may be reproduced or copied without the prior written approval
of Newport Corporation.
This manual has been provided for information only and product
specifications are subject to change without notice. Any change will be
reflected in future printings.

Newport Corporation
1791 Deere Avenue
Irvine, CA, 92606 USA
P/N 41484-01 Rev. K

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Declaration of Conformity
We declare that the accompanying product, the model 841-P-USB, identified with
the mark, meets the intent of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive,
2004/108/EC.
Manufacturer’s Name: Newport Corporation
Manufacturer’s Address: 1791 Deere Avenue
Irvine, CA 92606 USA

Type of Equipment: Laser Power/Energy Meter


Model No.: 841-P-USB
Year of test & manufacture: 2011

Standard(s) to which Conformity is declared:


BS EN 61326-1:2006 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory
use-Basic Immunity Requirements
CISPR11: 2009+A1: 2010 Class A Group 1 radiated and conducted emission limits

Standard Description Performance


Criteria
CISPR 11 :2009 Industrial, scientific and medical equipment – Radio- Class A
A1 :2010 frequency disturbance characteristics – Limits and
methods of measurement
EN 61000-4-2 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-2: Class B
2009 Testing and measurement techniques- Electrostatic
discharge.
EN 61000-4-3 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-3: Testing Class A
2006+A2:2010 and measurement techniques- Radiated, Radio Frequency,
electromagnetic field immunity test.
EN 61000-4-4 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-4: Testing Class B
2004+A1:2010 and measurement techniques- Electrical fast transient/burst
immunity test.
EN 61000-4-6 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-6: Testing Class A
2009 and measurements techniques- Immunity to conducted
Radio Frequency.
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directive(s)
and Standard(s).

Mark Carroll
Sr. Director, Instruments Business
Newport Corporation
1791 Deere Ave, Irvine, CA92606 USA

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Technical Support Contacts


North America & Asia Europe
Newport Corporation Service Dept. Newport/MICRO-CONTROLE S.A.
1791 Deere Ave. Irvine, CA 92606 Zone Industrielle
Telephone: (949) 253-1694 45340 Beaune la Rolande, FRANCE
Telephone: (800) 222-6440 x31694 Telephone: (33) 02 38 40 51 56
Asia
Newport Opto-Electronics
Technologies
253 Aidu Road, Bld #3, Flr 3, Sec C,
Shanghai 200131, China
Telephone: +86-21-5046 2300
Fax: +86-21-5046 2323
Newport Corporation Calling Procedure
If there are any defects in material or workmanship or a failure to meet
specifications, promptly notify Newport's Returns Department by calling
1-800-222-6440 or by visiting our website at www.newport.com/returns within the
warranty period to obtain a Return Material Authorization Number (RMA#).
Return the product to Newport Corporation, freight prepaid, clearly marked with the
RMA# and we will either repair or replace it at our discretion. Newport is not
responsible for damage occurring in transit and is not obligated to accept products
returned without an RMA#.
E-mail: rma.service@newport.com
When calling Newport Corporation, please provide the customer care representative
with the following information:
 Your Contact Information
 Serial number or original order number
 Description of problem (i.e., hardware or software)
To help our Technical Support Representatives diagnose your problem, please note
the following conditions:
 Is the system used for manufacturing or research and development?
 What was the state of the system right before the problem?
 Have you seen this problem before? If so, how often?
 Can the system continue to operate with this problem? Or is the system non-
operational?
 Can you identify anything that was different before this problem occurred?

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Safety Information
Do not use the 841-P-USB if the device or the detector looks damaged, or if
you suspect that the 841-P-USB is not operating properly.
Appropriate installation must be done for water-cooled and fan-cooled
detectors. Refer to the specific instructions for more information. The user
must wait for a while before handling these detectors after power is applied.
Surfaces of the detectors get very hot and there is a risk of injury if they are
not allowed to cool down.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, it is suggested to try to correct the interference by taking one or more
of the following steps:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment to an outlet that is on a different circuit than the
receiver.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE
The 841-P-USB is intended for use in an industrial laboratory environment. Use of these
products in other environments, such as residential, may result in electromagnetic compatibility
difficulties due to conducted as well as radiated disturbances.

SYMBOLS

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The following international symbols are used in this manual:

Refer to the manual for specific Warning or Caution information to avoid any
damage to the product.
DC, Direct Current

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

Figure 1-1 WEEE Directive Symbol

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product
must not be disposed of with regular waste. Instead, it is the user
responsibility to dispose of waste equipment according to the local laws. The
separate collection and recycling of the waste equipment at the time of
disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled
in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For information
about where the user can drop off the waste equipment for recycling, please
contact your local Newport Corporation representative.

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Table of Contents
Warranty i
Technical Support Contacts iii
Safety Information iv
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) ...................v

1 General Information 1
1.1 Introduction ...................................................................................1
1.2 Unpacking......................................................................................1
1.3 Specifications ................................................................................2
1.4 Interfaces .......................................................................................3

2 System Operation 5
2.1 Getting Started...............................................................................5
2.2 Making a Measurement .................................................................5
2.3 Top Level Menu Structure.............................................................7
2.3.1 Display Menu ....................................................................8
2.3.1.1 Histogram.................................................................8
2.3.1.2 Tuning Needle..........................................................8
2.3.1.3 Status........................................................................9
2.3.1.4 Statistics ...................................................................9
2.3.2 Settings Menu..................................................................10
2.3.2.1 Wavelength Setting................................................10
2.3.2.2 Data Sampling Settings..........................................11
2.3.2.3 Corrections.............................................................14
2.3.2.4 Power Unit .............................................................15
2.3.2.5 Energy mode ..........................................................15
2.3.2.6 Trig Level ..............................................................16
2.3.2.7 Anticipation ...........................................................17
2.3.2.8 Attenuator ..............................................................17
2.3.2.9 Set Max Analog Out Range ...................................17
2.3.2.10 Analog Out Delay ..................................................18
2.3.2.11 Save As Default Layout .........................................18
2.3.2.12 Save and Load User Settings .................................18
2.3.3 Ctrl Menu.........................................................................18
2.3.3.1 Communication......................................................19

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2.3.3.2 Zero Offset .............................................................19


2.3.3.3 Acquire Data ..........................................................19
2.3.3.4 Statistics .................................................................19
2.3.3.5 Send Serial Command............................................19
2.3.4 Help - About ....................................................................19
2.3.5 Shortcut buttons...............................................................20

3 Command Reference 20
4 USB Installation and Upgrades 24
Verify COM Port.........................................................................25
4.1 Free Software and Firmware Upgrades.......................................25

5 Service Information 26
6 Appendix B 27
6.1.1.1 Recycling and separation procedure. .....................27
6.1.1.2 Separation: .............................................................27
6.1.1.3 Dismantling procedure:..........................................28

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1 General Information

1.1 Introduction
To obtain the full performance from the 841-P-USB, we recommend that you
read this manual carefully.
The 841-P-USB is a microprocessor-based power meter that uses the latest
technology to provide a multitude of options in a user-friendly environment.
It is compatible with Newport’s 818 Series Low Power and the 818P Series
High Power Detectors. It is a complete power meter, providing the user with
everything from statistical analyses to data logging. Moreover, it can be
updated over the internet by connecting to a personal computer. The CD that
came with this meter contains an executable file that will transform your PC
screen into a virtual 841-P-USB power meter. See Chapter 2 for instructions
on getting started.
Easy software upgrades
Keep in touch with the latest improvements to our user-friendly software.
You can download the latest software versions anytime from our website
www.newport.com and install it on the 841-P-USB with the USB interface.
You will find all the necessary information on downloading and upgrading in
Chapter 4.

1.2 Unpacking
Each Newport 841-P-USB is thoroughly tested and calibrated prior to
shipment.
Visually inspect your 841-P-USB unit after removing it from the shipping
container. If you see any damage, retain all packaging materials and shipping
receipts. Any damage claim should be made promptly to the transportation
company. Notify the nearest Newport representative concerning the claim, so
that any repair or replacement can be arranged as soon as possible.

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1.3 Specifications
The following specifications are based on a one-year calibration cycle, an
operating temperature of 18ºC to 28ºC (64ºF to 82ºF) and a relative humidity
not exceeding 80%.
Power Specifications
Power Range 1 nW to 10 kW
Physical Scale 2 V, 15 mV
Virtual Power Scales 3 nW, 10 nW, 30 nW, 100 nW, 300 nW, 1 µW, 3 µW, 10 µW, 30 µW, 100 µW,
(with 818 or 918D series 300 µW, 1 mW, 3 mW, 10 mW, 30 mW, 100 mW, 300 mW, 1 W, 3 W
detectors)
Virtual Power Scales 300 µW, 1 mW, 3 mW, 10 mW, 30 mW, 100 mW, 300 mW, 1 W, 3 W, 10 W, 30 W,
(with 818P detectors)
100 W, 300 W,1 kW, 3 kW, 10 kW

Resolution (digital) Full Scale / 8388608 (23-bit)


Meter Accuracy (0.5% + 5 V) full scale
Response Time (accelerated)
1 sec
(with 818P-series detectors)
Sampling Frequency 10 Hz

Energy Specifications (Energy Mode)


Energy Range 10 mJ to 20 kJ
Virtual Energy Scales 3mJ, 10mJ, 30 mJ, 100 mJ, 300 mJ, 1 J, 3 J, 10 J, 30 J, 100 J, 300 J, 1 kJ, 3 kJ, 10 kJ,
30 kJ
Resolution (digital) 2 nV
Accuracy 1.0 %
Default Trigger Level 250 mJ
Software Trigger Level User defined (in Joules)
Repetition Frequency Supports all energy mode detectors
Statistics Current value, Max, Min, Average, Std Dev., RMS stability, PTP stability, Repetition
Rate, Avg Power

General Specifications
3 Hz numeric display
Display Rate
10 Hz graphic Displays
Data Displays Real-time, Histogram, Tuning Needle, Statistics
User Input Correction Factors 1 multiplier and 1 offset (7 digits floating point)
Analog Output 0 – 2.05 Volt, user defined, full scale, 1%
Weight 0.12 kg

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Dimensions (L x W x H) mm 91 x 57 x 26

1.4 Interfaces

Figure 1.1 841-P-USB Interfaces

1. USB Interface Connector


This interface allows remote control and data transfers between the
841-P-USB and a computer that has a USB communication port.
2. Analog Output
The analog output is a voltage that can be used to monitor average power
or energy by using external equipment such as an oscilloscope, a chart
recorder, a computer with an analog interface, a voltmeter, etc. This
should be terminated into 1 M or greater impedance.
The user must enter the maximum value in the Settings / SET Max
Analog Out Range menu (see section 2.3.2.9). This value is the value at
which the analog output is equal to 2.05 V. This will provide the best
signal-to-noise ratio. The measured power or energy is then related to the
output voltage and to the selected range according to the following
equation:
Voutput = 2.05 x Power(or Energy) / Max Analog Out Range

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For example, with a 10 W Max Analog Out Range:


2.05 V corresponds to 10 Watts.
1.025 V corresponds to 5 Watts.
Specifications of the analog output:
Maximum output voltage: 2.05 V
Output impedance: 274 
Connector type: Female 1/8” jack
3. Detector Input Connector
The 841-P-USB uses a DB15 female connector to mate with the detector
heads.

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2 System Operation

2.1 Getting Started


First you have to install the 841-P-USB software on your computer, along
with the USB drivers, they are found on the CD included. Until the COM
port is chosen, all the other menu options are grayed out. To start, you must
tell the 841-P-USB software which port the 841-P-USB will use. To link the
841-P-USB to the COM port, click Ctrl / Communication / Connect. A
dialog box appears so that you can select the appropriate serial port (COM 1,
COM 2, etc.). Once you have selected a port, click OK. Now you are ready
to adjust the settings.

2.2 Making a Measurement


This section will show you the fastest way of making a laser power and
energy measurement with the 841-P-USB and a Newport 818P Series High
Power or 818 Series Low Power Detector.
The 841-P-USB Virtual Power Meter automatically recognizes all Newport
low-power and high-power detectors terminated with a 15-pin (DB15)
connector. All calibration and technical data required for optimum operation
of the detector will be automatically downloaded from the EEPROM in the
DB15 connector. This data includes sensitivity, model, serial number,
version, wavelength correction factors, and time response. The 841-P-USB
must be disconnected from the PC before connecting a new detector to it in
order to prevent any loss of data from the detector’s EEPROM.
Quick power measurement procedure:
1- Install the power or energy detector head on its optical stand.
2- Slide the connector latch to the right to unlock the connector.
3- Connect an 818P Series High Power Detector, or 818-XX/DB or 918D
Series Low Power Detector into the 841-P-USB using the DB15 Detector
Input Connector. Connect the detector into the virtual meter BEFORE
connecting the meter to your PC.
4- Slide the latch to the left to lock the connector into place.
5- Connect the USB cable to your computer.
6- If you are using an 818-Series Low Power detector, to obtain
measurements in dBm, select Settings / Power Unit / dBm.

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7- Remove the detector’s protective cover and put the detector head into the
laser beam path. The entire laser beam must be within the sensor
aperture. Do not exceed maximum specified power or energy densities.
For the most accurate measurement, spread the beam across 60% to 80%
of the sensor area.

Adjusting the zero (steps 8 and 9).


If using an 818 or 918D Series Low Power Detector, go to step 10. If
using an 818P-series High Power Detector, proceed with step 8.

8- Block off laser radiation to the detector.


The power read by the 841-P-USB when no laser beam is incident on
the detector may not be exactly zero. This is due to the fact that the
detector is not thermally stabilized OR there is a heat source in the field
of view of the detector when you turned on the 841-P-USB.
9- To reset the zero, wait until the reading has stabilized and select Zero
Offset in the Ctrl (Control) menu. You are now ready to make an
accurate measurement.

Low Power zeroing:


10- To set a Low Power Detector to zero, first put the cover on your
photodiode and then select Zero Offset in the Ctrl (Control) menu. The
841-P-USB passes through all the scales to determine the zero diode for
each scale. The hourglass disappears when the meter has determined the
zero diode.

NOTES:
• Refer to specific power detector documentation for
complete installation and operating instructions.

• The 818P-series High Power Detectors are thermal sensors


that are sensitive to temperature variations.

For high-precision measurements, it is recommended to:

• Allow the power detector temperature to stabilize before


zeroing the
841-P-USB.

• Do not touch the detector head when handling the power


detector. Touch only the stand.

• Avoid forced airflow or drafts around the detector.

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11- Apply the laser beam to the detector head.
12- The laser beam average power or energy is displayed in three ways for
your convenience:
a. Digitally for real time measurement.
b. On a histogram to allow the laser beam’s long-term stability to be
evaluated.
c. On a digital needle for laser tuning.

2.3 Top Level Menu Structure


This section describes in detail the first group of menu functions essential to
the 841-P-USB operation. Refer to Figure 2-1 for a schematic view of the
menu structure. The menus differ depending on the type of detector that is
currently being used. The Display menu lets you view the status and your
measurement in various ways. Use the Settings menu during setup to select
the best parameters for the measurement task at hand. These functions
provide the flexibility needed to accommodate a wide variety of
measurement conditions. The more active controls you are likely to use
during your measurements are in the Ctrl menu. They are described in
Section 2.3.3.

Figure 2.1 The first group of 841-P-USB menu functions

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2.3.1 Display Menu


The 841-P-USB Display menu includes two options that allow you to send
serial commands and check the status of the 841-P-USB (see Figure 2-1).
You can switch from one option to the other without interfering with the
measurement taking process.

2.3.1.1 Histogram

Figure 2.2 Histogram

Right-click on the histogram to set the time period to view (Set X Axis…),
reset the display or select a scale. Note that the Auto-Scale on the histogram
starts from the lowest scale and only does scale-ups. This is made to select
the best scale for the user without frequent scale oscillations.

2.3.1.2 Tuning Needle

Figure 2.3 Tuning Needle (2 options)

Right-click on the Tuning Needle to select a scale. The autoscale (default) is


useful when the measurement variations are small, because it will zoom on

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the best possible scale, but will oscillate with large variations. Use a fixed
scale in this case.

2.3.1.3 Status

Figure 2.4 Status window example

The Status window displays the detector name and various settings.

2.3.1.4 Statistics

Figure 2.5 Statistics in power and energy mode

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The statistics window displays the current statistics. See section 2.3.2.2 to
set the data sampling parameters and to start and stop the statistics.

2.3.2 Settings Menu


Options in the Settings menu define user-adjustable acquisition parameters.
All correction factors that will affect the reading can be easily programmed.
That could be for a beam sampler, attenuator, or other optics that require you
to multiply and/or add offsets to the detector reading. You can also adjust for
a wavelength other than the calibration wavelength. A custom correction
factor can also be keyed in. Pre-programmed wavelength correction factors
dedicated to each detector head are also available and automatically loaded
from the detector EEPROM. Data sampling and trigger level, as well as the
commands for saving and loading your settings are also found in the Settings
menu. For more information on wavelength correction, see Wavelength
Setting, immediately below.

Figure 2.6 Settings menu

2.3.2.1 Wavelength Setting


Use the Wavelength menu to select the proper wavelength at which the
detector is to be used. It applies a correction to adjust for the variation in
responsivity at different wavelengths. When a new detector is connected to
the meter, and the application has been closed and re-opened, the calibration
wavelength is the default selection.
The checkmark beside the wavelength clearly shows the current selection.
To change the wavelength, select an appropriate wavelength from the

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Wavelength menu. The 841-P-USB only allows you to choose values that
fall within the detector’s range. If you select or enter a value that is not valid,
an error message appears and the 841-P-USB automatically selects the
default value. The default wavelength is typically either 980 nm or 1064 nm.
When using an 818P-Series High Power Detector and working at a
wavelength not available in the Wavelength menu, use the custom option in
that menu and enter the wavelength you need. The wavelength you enter
must be within the range of valid wavelengths. The 841-P-USB interpolates
a wavelength correction factor using the pre-programmed data in the
detector’s EEPROM.
The above interpolation option is not available for the 818 or 918D -series
Low Power Detectors, nor would it be valid, because of the rapid changes the
responsivity exhibits as a function of wavelength. 818-series detectors are
normally supplied with an OD3 attenuator, and are calibrated both with and
without the attenuator. However, only the calibration data without the
attenuator is programmed into the 841 EEPROM. If an absolute power is
desired, and the wavelength of the light source is not on the list of available
wavelengths in the Wavelength menu, or if you are using the detector with its
attenuator, then you will need to calculate the correction factor using your
detector’s Calibration Report.
The correction factor multiplier, C f , is the responsivity of the detector at the
current wavelength, without the attenuator, R 0 , divided by the responsivity at
the desired wavelength, or the same wavelength but with the attenuator, R’.
R0
Cf 
R
Once you have entered the correction factor in the 841-P-USB software, go
to Save Settings under the Settings menu, and save it. Load Settings will
allow you to reload the correction factor.

2.3.2.2 Data Sampling Settings


The 841-P-USB can display a complete statistical analysis of power or
energy measurements. The Data Sampling menu is used to set up the data
sampling parameters for calculating the Statistics. Use the sample rate,
sample period, and total duration to do the statistics. You can set the
841-P-USB either to calculate the statistics for a single sample and stop or to
repeat continuously. Take data for a few seconds or a few weeks. You have
the flexibility to handle any application, from analyzing a single short pulse
with high resolution to sampling performance over a period of months.
To select your own sample period and the time stamp, click Data Sampling.
A dialog box appears. Enter the sample period, or set the time stamp. To
save all the data sampling settings, click Save.
The statistical parameters that are calculated are listed in Table 2.1.

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Table 2.1. Statistical Parameters

Statistical Parameters Power Energy Definition


Maximum value   Highest value in the sample period, E max or
P max
Minimum value   Lowest value in the sample period, E min or P min
Average value   Rolling average of values in the sample, E avg
or P avg
Standard Deviation   A measure of the spread of the data around
the average.

RMS stability   Root mean square stability represents the


standard deviation as a percent of the
average.

RMS  STD100 , RMS  STD100


Eavg Pavg

PTP Stability   Shows the spread between the highest and


lowest point in the sample as a percent.

E max  E min Pmax  Pmin


PTP   100 , PTP   100
E avg Pavg

Time  Time elapsed since beginning the sample.


Repetition Rate  Frequency of pulses coming from the laser,
PRR

To Activate the Statistics, select Statistics from the Ctrl menu, and then
select Start in the submenu. Statistics are stopped as a default.
The 841-P-USB starts compiling statistics on your measurements as soon as
the Statistics mode is activated. Select Stop in the same submenu to turn the
Statistics mode off. When you stop the statistics, the last values remain in the
statistics display window for you to view later. If you click Start again, the
841-P-USB will restart the statistics from zero.
The 841-P-USB uses default sample parameters unless you set them yourself.
Selecting Statistics in the Display menu opens the Statistics window.
To Set the Data Sample Parameters, select Data Sampling from the
Settings menu.

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The key points to remember are:
Sample Rate Measurement frequency e.g. 10 points/second
Sample Period Controls the amount of data e.g. 5 minute or 1 day
for which the statistics are averages
computed
Total Duration Controls how long the 841-P- e.g. 1 period, or 5 hours
USB will acquire data and/or
do statistics

Often the Total Duration and Sample Period will be the same but the 841-P-
USB gives you the flexibility for any application. For example, with the 841-
P-USB you can see 5 minute averages of your laser performance as you
check it during the day and have it stop and hold the last 5 minutes worth of
statistics after 20 hours.

Figure 2.7 Data sampling window

Table 2.2 Data Sampling Parameters

PARAMETER Choices Description Default


Sample Rate 10Hz to 1 Sets the number of points (measurements) per 10 (Power)
per hour second: 10 per second, 1 per second, 1 per 10
seconds, 1 per minute, 1 per 10 minutes, 1 per
hour.
Sample Period Integer The time over which samples are to be averaged. 10 (Power)
1 to Sets the number of samples used in the average 500
1000000000 and standard deviation [for example, for each (Energy)
average to be based on 5 minutes of data, set to
5 minutes..].
Sample period Second Sets the time period for the value entered above. Minute
units (Power)

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Minute
Hour
Day
Week
Total Duration Integer The time period for which samples are reported 1
1 to (to the display and output). Select a time period
1000000000 or a number of points [for example, report
statistics for 24 hours]. Often the total duration
and sample period will be the same.
The 841-P-USB automatically clears and
recalculates the statistics at the end of each
sample period unless you manually stop it.
Total Duration Continuous Sets the time period for the value entered above. Period
units
Periods To make the statistics stop after one sample
period, select “1” and “Period.”
Weeks
Days Minimum is 1 second.
Hours
Minutes
Seconds
Time Stamp Yes To have a time stamp appear with the data and No
No go directly to the exit mode, select “yes” by
pressing the down arrow key until “Yes”
appears on the screen, then press the right arrow
key.
Selecting “Yes” writes a time stamp with each
data point. This is a relative time stamp that
always begins with zero.

2.3.2.3 Corrections
The user can apply one Multiplier (or Correction Factor) and one Offset to
the detector reading. For Low Power Detectors, correction factors are used
when operating at a non-standard wavelength, as per above. However, when
using a High Power Detector, correction factors are most useful when
sampling a percentage of a powerful laser beam or correcting for absorption
along an optical path. The Status menu displays the values of correction
factors that are being applied to the measurements.
To activate the correction factor, select Corrections in the Settings Menu
and then select Multiplier or Offset. A dialog box opens where you enter
the correction value in percentage or as an absolute value. This number will

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then multiply, or add, to the actual measured value to calculate the corrected
value. The 841-P-USB will then display the corrected value.

Figure 2.8 User Offset dialog box.

For example, if you are measuring a laser beam passing through the 99.9%
back reflector of a laser (giving 1/1000th of the real value), choose Multiplier
#1 and enter 1000 in the dialog box. The 841-P-USB will display the laser’s
actual power rather than the measured 0.1% sample on the main display.
When a correction factor is active the “Head” value will be different from the
displayed measurement. The corrected measurement appears in the top left
of the screen.
It is also essential to make sure that the actual measured value complies with
the power and energy limits of the detector head.
Note that the Statistics are computed for the corrected values only.
To disable the correction factor, re-select the Correction Factor (multiplier,
offset) in the Corrections submenu of the Settings menu. Then select
None in that submenu.

2.3.2.4 Power Unit


By default, the measurement unit is Watt. The Power Unit setting allows to
select Watt or dBm for measurements

2.3.2.5 Energy mode


This feature allows the measurement of the energy contained in a single pulse
with an 818P-Series High Power Detector. This mode of operation gives
access to the same options as when using an 818E-Series Energy Detector.
The only restriction is that the time delay between pulses,
 1 
Delay   
 Rep. Rate 
must be more than three times the time constant of the detector. (Please refer
to the instruction manual for the specific power detector you are using.)

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Allow at least 2 laser pulses for the auto scale to select the optimal scale for
your measurement.
This command is a toggle so a checkmark indicates when it is on. Select it
again to turn it off. The default is off.
Keep in mind that the 818P-Series High Power detectors are optimized to
sustain high average power, not high peak energy. Always keep the energy
density below the maximum energy density quoted in the manual for that
specific detector.
The single pulse energy measured in Energy Mode is precise to ±5% of the
power measurement calibration. This is larger than the uncertainty in the
power measurement (typically ±2.5%) because the energy calibration is
computed from the power measurement calibration.

2.3.2.6 Trig Level


The Trigger Level is only used if a power detector head is used in Single
Pulse Energy (Energy mode) mode (see Section 2.3.3.4). This option
allows the user to change the Trigger Level in absolute values. This proves
to be especially useful in noisy environments.
To change the Trigger Level value, access the dialog box by selecting Trig
Level from the Settings menu and enter the desired number in absolute
value. The 841-P-USB will not detect pulses with a value under the Trig
level.
The value of the Trigger level is shown in the status menu confirming that the
Trigger level is activated to a specific user level.
Selecting a high value for the trigger level may cause problems with the
detection of widely varying energy values when in the Autoscale mode. The
Autoscale function uses the energy level of the last pulse to set the scale
level. Therefore it will not detect the next pulses if they are lower than the
trigger level. As a result, the Autoscale may become caught on a high scale
value. To solve this problem, select a lower value for the trig level, then send
the serial command *SHI. If you want to select the higher Scale, send the
serial command *SLO. To select the autoscale, send the serial command
*FAS.

ERRATIC TRIGGERING?
For a few detector heads, in electrically noisy environments, it is
possible that the 841-P-USB will inadvertently trigger on the noise.
In that case, increase the trigger level.

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2.3.2.7 Anticipation
Thermal power detectors are inherently slow. The 841-P-USB uses an
algorithm to significantly accelerate the response. It is called “anticipation”.
By default, this option is enabled. The reasons for disabling the anticipation
are to slow down the response and to lower the noise level. Anticipation is
not used in energy mode.

2.3.2.8 Attenuator
Some low-power detectors come with an attenuator for which there is an
attenuation factor programmed in the detector EEPROM. This menu item
makes it a simple operation to enable or disable the attenuator correction.
Since the calibration wavelengths are often different for the attenuator, the
user should always set the wavelength after enabling or disabling the
attenuator correction.

2.3.2.9 Set Max Analog Out Range


The Set Max Analog Out Range setting allows you to choose the maximum
voltage that will come from the 841-P-USB. The range of the output is 0 to
2.05 volts. If the user selects 10 Watts as the maximum output range and if
the 841-P-USB measures 5 Watts, the analog out is 1.025 volts.
To set the max analog out range from the Settings menu, click Set Max
Analog Out Range. A dialog box appears so that you can enter a range.

Figure 2.9 Dialog box to set the maximum analog output range

The equation is:


Vout  Vref Pread / Pmao 
where:
V out = Output voltage of the 841-P-USB
V ref = 2.0475 Volts
P read = Power or Energy applied to the detector and is read by the
841-P-USB
P moa = Power or Energy set by the user (Set Max Analog Output)

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Note: This function works in both power and energy modes.

2.3.2.10 Analog Out Delay


By default in Energy Mode, the analog output voltage reflects the last
energy measurement until the next one. The Analog Out Delay setting can
be set from 1 to 7 seconds. After that delay, the analog output voltage will
fall to 0V. It is useful to count the number of measured pulses using the
analog output.

2.3.2.11 Save As Default Layout


Saves the current layout of the windows. They will appear that way on the
subsequent software startups.

2.3.2.12 Save and Load User Settings


The 841-P-USB can remember and recall any number of settings. You can
share the 841-P-USB without the hassle of having to re-enter your settings.
As an alternative, you can program it so that you can easily switch between
different measurement applications without having to re-enter your settings.
This option is activated under the Save Settings or Load settings menu
items.
When you select Settings, a dialog box appears so that you can save your
settings to a file. Give the settings a file name and type. To use established
settings, select Load Settings. When the dialog box appears, select the file.

2.3.3 Ctrl Menu

Figure 2.10 Control menu structure

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2.3.3.1 Communication
The communication item is mostly used to Connect to the 841-P-USB after
starting software. To use the COM port for another application without
closing the software, click Ctrl / Communication / Disconnect.

2.3.3.2 Zero Offset


This feature resets the zero reading level to compensate for electronic offsets
in the monitor and thermal noise in the environment of the detector. When
the 841-P-USB receives the associated command, it subtracts the power
reading on all its internal hardware scales. Subsequent measurements will be
relative to this zero power level. Use this function once your power meter
has achieved thermal equilibrium to ensure accurate measurements. For
instructions on the proper way to adjust the offset to zero your detector see
section 2.2 (Making a Measurement).

2.3.3.3 Acquire Data


This option allows you the choice of saving raw data (only), statistics (only),
or both raw data and statistics. When you select Start Saving Raw Data, a
dialog box appears. Type in the filename that you choose, then select save.
The 841-P-USB begins storing raw data according to your Data Sampling
settings (see section 2.3.2.2 and Table 2.2). If you will be putting the
information into a spreadsheet, use the Save Both option. All the raw data
will be at the top of the file, while all the statistical information will be at the
bottom of each period. The Stop Saving command stops the data recording
but the 841-P-USB will continue to provide measurements to the display.

2.3.3.4 Statistics
-Select Start to start collecting statistics(when stopped) or to restart them
when already in progress.
-Select Stop to freeze the statistics. The default statistics state is stopped.

2.3.3.5 Send Serial Command


This item opens a dialog box. Enter a command and click OK to send it to
the 841-P-USB. Only certain commands will work with the software; the
other ones are there for the user who builds his own application. The
commands are listed in Section 3 and should only be used by an experienced
user. This item is rarely used.

2.3.4 Help - About


These two items are helpful to check the software version (About
Application) and the embedded firmware version (About Device). If you
should need help or additional information on the 841-P-USB or any
Newport products, do not hesitate to contact us. We will be glad to help you.

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2.3.5 Shortcut buttons


To access certain features with a single click instead of having to enter the
menus, the 841-P-USB software has 8 shortcut buttons on its main window.
From left to right, those buttons access: Ctrl - Zero Offset, Display -
Histogram, Display - Tuning Needle, Display - Statistics, Display - Status,
Settings - Data Sampling, Ctrl - Communication - Connect, Ctrl -
Communication-Disconnect.

Fig. 2-11 841-P-USB Shortcut Buttons

3 Command Reference

Commands Description Return Example

*ATT Turns the attenuator correction ON when available for the “ACK\r\r\n”
detector

*ATF Turns the attenuator correction OFF. OFF by default. “ACK\r\r\n”

*CAU Sends the data points through the serial port at a frequency of “9.793354e-01\r\r\n
10 Hz 9.792939e-01\r\r\n”

*CSU Ends the *CAU mode “ACK\r\r\n”

*CVU Returns a single measurement (the current measurement) “ACK\r\r\n9.793354


through the serial port. e-01\r\r\n”

*ANT Turns the anticipation ON. ON by default & return caracters “ACK\r\r\n”
« ACK »

*ANF Turns the anticipation OFF “ACK\r\r\n”

*CFT Turns the power correction ON. ON by default. “ACK\r\r\n”

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*CFF Turns the power correction OFF “ACK\r\r\n”

*AOB Modifies the analog output voltage value (*AOB + 8 “ACK\r\r\n”


characters)
Example : *AOB1.00E+01 The maximum value of the
analog display (2.05 volts) is 10 watts

*AOD Sets an analog output delay from 1s to 7s for a return to 0V “ACK\r\r\n”


after an energy measurement. Default 0 (no return to zero
after an energy measurement).
Example : *AOD2.00E+00 The delay is 2 seconds.

*RST Resets the device “”

*SOU Sets the zero offset “ACK\r\r\n”

*KPA Returns the character string « ACK » “ACK\r\r\n”

*PWC Wavelength correction value (+ 5 characters) “ACK\r\r\n”


Example : *PWC01064 selects the wavelength 1064 nm

*TLC Modifies the trigger level in energy mode (+ 8 characters) “ACK\r\r\n”


Example : *TLC2.00E-02 selects a Trig Level of 0.002
Joules

*NAM Returns the model of the head to the serial port “UP55N-400W-
H9\r\r\n”

*VER Returns the name of the software to the serial port “Version 1.14\r\r\n”

*F01 Returns information about current status “Version\t3\tName\t


All field are separate by a TAB character “\t” UP55N-400W-
H9\tWavelength\t10
64\tTrig
Level\t2.500000e-
01\tMax Analog
Output\t2.047500e+
00\tMode\t0
Offset\t0\tMUL\t1.0
00000e+00\tOFF\t0.
000000e+00\tPWCS
tatus
65536\tMinScale\t2
4\r\r\n”

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*F02 Returns more information about current status “Version\t3\tName


\tUP55N-400W-
All field are separate by a TAB character “\t” H9\tWavelength
\t1064\tTrig
Level\t2.500000e-
01\tMax Analog
Output
\t2.047500e+00\tMode
\t0\tOffset\t0\tMUL\t1.0
0000e+00\tOFF\t0.00
0000e+00\tPWCStatu
s\t65536\tMinScale\t2
4\tLinearCorr\t1\tAntici
pation\t1\tAttenuator
\t0”

*MUL Modifies the multiplication factor (+ 8 characters) “ACK\r\r\n”


Example : *MUL1.00E+01 selects a multiplication factor of
10

*OFF Modifies the offset (8 characters) “ACK\r\r\n”


Example : *OFF-2. 0E-00 selects a user offset of two watts

*CMW Turns the Energy Mode ON “ACK\r\r\n”

*CMX Turns the Energy Mode OFF. OFF by default. “ACK\r\r\n”

*SHI Make a physical scale down. “ACK\r\r\n”

*SLO Make a physical scale up. “ACK\r\r\n”

*FAS Turns the autoscale mode on. “ACK\r\r\n”

Please note that you must type the exact number of characters or numerical values required.
Example: *AOB1.00E+01 has 8 characters/numerical values. Don’t put any space
between characters or numerical values. You must type the star before the command.

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841-P-USB Error Messages

E01 Bad Command


E02 Energy Mode is not available
E03 N/A
E04 The selected wavelength correction factor is not valid
E05 The connector is not connected
E06 Attenuator not available

Communication Settings

Bits per second 57600


Data bits 8
Parity None
Stop bits 1
Flow control None

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4 USB Installation and Upgrades

The 841-P-USB has a USB type B port. When connected to a PC it emulates


a standard serial port. This means that it is possible to connect many 841-P-
USB meters on one computer, without tying up the ordinary serial ports,
while keeping a simple interface for which designing software is easy. The
841-P-USB functions using the USB port power only.

Installation for Windows™:

Plug the 841-P-USB into a USB port on the PC. If the PC supports USB 1.1,
Windows detects the new device and prompts you for the software drivers. A
window will open that says Found New Hardware – USB Device and after
several seconds to a minute, the Found New Hardware Wizard will appear.
Insert the Newport Software CD-ROM if not done already.
For Windows 2000, XP or Vista: Cancel the wizard and execute the Auto
installer “USB driver installer-r2” in the USB Driver folder from the CD-
ROM.

Please note that old monitor without the (R2) at the end of the product name
needs a different USB drivers which are available on our web site. They do
not support Windows VISTA, unless noted on our web site.

At the end of this process, a new serial COM port will be added to the list of
communication ports. It may be used as any other serial port. You will need
to know the COM port number to set up the serial connection to the 841-P-
USB.

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Verify COM Port
To verify the USB installation and find the COM port number click:
Start → Settings → Control Panel → System → Device Manager
(Instructions may vary a bit by operating system and version. For
Win2000/XP there is an additional step (is there an extra step – if so what is
it – or an extra click? - on my system it’s an extra click) between Control
Panel and System.)
Scroll down to Ports (COM & LPT) and double click that line. One of the
options should be USB-to-Serial Port (COM#). Note the COM port
number. You will need it for the communication menu of the PC-841-P-
USB.
.

4.1 Free Software and Firmware Upgrades


Keep up-to-date with the latest version of the 841-P-USB software including
new features and options. As new and improved versions of the device's
firmware are created, it is in your best interest to update your 841-P-USB.
The latest device firmware can be downloaded from the Newport website.
Access our website at www.Newport.com. Go to the page on the 841-P-USB.
Click on the name of the 841-P-USB upgrade instructions file to open or
download the instructions. You may want to print out the instructions. Find
the file that corresponds to your 841-P-USB and follow our simple, easy-to-
use instructions.

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5 Service Information

The Model 841-P-USB Virtual Power Meter contains no user serviceable


parts. To obtain information regarding factory service, contact Newport
Corporation or your Newport representative. Please have the following
information available:
1. Instrument model number (841-P-USB)
2. Instrument serial number (on rear panel)
3. Description of the problem.
If the instrument is to be returned to Newport Corporation, you will be given
a Return Number, which you should reference in your shipping documents.
Please fill out a copy of the service form, located on the following page, and
have the information ready when contacting Newport Corporation. Return
the completed service form with the instrument.
To obtain warranty service, contact your nearest Newport agent or send the
product, with a description of the problem, transportation and insurance
prepaid, to the nearest Newport agent. Newport Corporation assumes no risk
for the damage in transit. Newport Corporation will, at its option, repair or
replace the defective product free of charge. However, if Newport
Corporation determines that the failure is caused by misuse, alterations,
accident or abnormal condition of operation or handling, you will be billed
for the repair and the repaired product will be returned to you, transportation
prepaid.

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6 Appendix B

6.1.1.1 Recycling and separation procedure.


This section is used by the recycling center when the monitor reaches its end of life. Breaking
the calibration seal or opening the monitor will void the solo warranty.
The complete Monitor contains

1 Monitor
1 USB cable.
1 Instruction manual
1 Calibration certificate
1 Software cdrom
6.1.1.2 Separation:
Paper : Manual and certificate.
Plastic: Monitor side enclosure.
Wires: USB cable.
Printed circuit board: inside the monitor.
Aluminum: Monitor enclosure

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6.1.1.3 Dismantling procedure:


Opening the monitor: Aluminium
Enclosure
Remove
screws

Remove
Nut Plastic
Protectors

Remove
Screws
Electronic
PCB inside

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Service Form

Newport Corporation
U.S.A. Office: 800-222-6440
FAX: 949/253-1479

Name_________________________________ Return Authorization # _________________________


(Please obtain RA# prior to return of item)

Company ___________________________________________________________________________

Address ______________________________ Date _______________________________________

Country _______________________________ Phone Number _______________________________

P.O. Number ___________________________ FAX Number_________________________________

Item(s) Being Returned:

Model # ______________________________ Serial # _____________________________________

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Reason for return of goods (please list any specific problems):


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Newport Corporation, Irvine, California; Evry and Beaune-La-Rolande, France have all been
certified compliant with ISO 9001 by the British Standards Institution. Mountain View,
California is DNV certified.

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