Newport QuantX-300 User manual
User’s Guide
Quantum Efficiency Measurement Solution
QuantX-300
700514 February 2019
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Table of Contents
Safety and Warranty Information .................................................................iii
Safety Information and the Manual ............................................................................iii
Safety Symbols..........................................................................................................iii
Safety Marking Symbols ............................................................................................iv
Warranty ....................................................................................................................iv
Limitations..................................................................................................................iv
Returning an Instrument ............................................................................................ v
Comments, Suggestions, and Problems.................................................................... v
Chapter 1: Introduction and Specifications ................................................. 7
Safety Considerations................................................................................................ 7
Initial Inspection ......................................................................................................... 8
Product Overview..................................................................................................... 12
Features of the QUANTX-300.................................................................................. 13
Specifications........................................................................................................... 14
Options and Accessories ......................................................................................... 15
Chapter 2: Assembly and Start-Up Instruction.......................................... 17
QUANTX-300 Installation......................................................................................... 17
QUANTX-300 Start-Up ............................................................................................ 28
QUANTX-300 Shut-Down ........................................................................................ 29
Chapter 3: Description of Components ..................................................... 31
Back Panel Connections.......................................................................................... 31
Tip-Tilt Stage ........................................................................................................... 33
Reflectance Standard .............................................................................................. 34
Calibrated Reference Detector ................................................................................ 37
Test Sample............................................................................................................. 37
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Chapter 4: QUANTX Software .................................................................. 39
Main Screen............................................................................................................. 39
Chopper Control....................................................................................................... 43
Filter Wheel Control ................................................................................................. 45
Monochromator Control ........................................................................................... 47
Monitor Calibration Controls .................................................................................... 51
Reflectance Measurement Controls......................................................................... 53
Diffuse Measurement Controls ................................................................................ 55
Sample Measurement Controls................................................................................ 56
Chapter 5: Calibration and Measurement ................................................. 59
System Configuration............................................................................................... 59
Monitor Detector Calibration .................................................................................... 60
Reflectance Detector Calibration ............................................................................. 65
Measurement of Sample PV Cell............................................................................. 69
Appendix A: QUANTX-300 System Wavelength Check ........................... 77
Appendix B: QUANTX-300 Monochromator Resolution ........................... 85
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Safety and Warranty Information
Details about cautionary symbols
Safety markings used on the instrument
Information about the warranty
Customer service contact information
Safety Information and the Manual
Throughout this manual, you will see the words Caution and Warning indicating potentially
dangerous or hazardous situations which, if not avoided, could result in death, serious or minor injury,
or damage to the product.
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which can result in minor or moderate injury or
damage to the product or equipment.
Warning indicates a potentially dangerous situation which can result in serious injury or death.
Safety Symbols
This section describes the safety symbols and classifications.
Technical specifications including electrical ratings and weight are included within the manual. See
the Table of Contents to locate the specifications and other product information.
Indoor use only
Ordinary Protection: This product is NOT protected against the harmful ingress of
moisture.
IEC Class I Equipment (grounded type)
Mains supply voltage fluctuations are not to exceed ±10% of the nominal supply voltage.
Maximum Relative Humidity: <85% RH, non-condensing
Operating temperature range of 18 °C to 28 °C
Storage and transportation temperature of –40 °C to 70 °C
This equipment is suitable for continuous operation.
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Safety Marking Symbols
This section provides a description of the safety marking symbols that may appear on the instrument.
These symbols provide information about potentially dangerous situations which can result in death,
injury, or damage to the instrument and other components.
Caution, refer
to manual Earth ground
Terminal Alternating current
Caution, risk of
electric shock
Protective
Conductor
Terminal
Frame or chassis
terminal
Warranty
Oriel Instruments warrants this instrument to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one year from date of shipment. During the warranty period, Oriel Instruments will repair or
replace the unit, at the discretion of Oriel Instruments, without charge.
Limitations
This warranty does not apply to fuses, lamps, defects caused by abuse, modifications, or to use of
the product for which it was not intended.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Oriel Instruments shall not be liable for any
incidental, special, or consequential damages.
If a problem occurs, please contact Oriel Instruments with the instrument's serial number, and
thoroughly describe the nature of the problem.
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Returning an Instrument
If an instrument is to be shipped to Oriel Instruments for repair or service, be sure to:
Obtain a Return Authorization number (RA) from Oriel Instruments Customer Service.
Attach a tag to the instrument identifying the owner and indicating the required service or
repair. Include the instrument serial number from the rear panel of the instrument.
Attach the anti-static and all other protective caps that were shipped with the instrument.
Place the instrument in the original packing container with at least 3 inches (7.5 cm) of
compressible packaging material. Shipping damage is not covered by this warranty. If the
original shipping container is not available, place your instrument in a container with at least 3
inches (7.5 cm) of compressible packaging material on all sides.
Secure the packing box with fiber reinforced strapping tape or metal bands.
Send the instrument, to Oriel Instruments. Clearly write the return authorization number on
the outside of the box and on the shipping paperwork. Oriel Instruments recommends you
insure the shipment.
Repairs are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty or for 90 days, whichever is greater.
Claims for Shipping Damage
When you receive the instrument, inspect it immediately for any damage or shortages on the packing
list. If the instrument is damaged, file a claim with the carrier. The factory will supply you with a
quotation for estimated costs of repair. You must negotiate and settle with the carrier for the amount
of damage.
Comments, Suggestions, and Problems
To ensure that you get the most out of your Oriel product, we ask that you direct any product
operation or service related questions or comments to Oriel Instruments Customer Support. You may
contact us in whatever way is most convenient:
Phone (406) 586-1244
Fax (406) 586-9405
Mail to:
Oriel Instruments
31950 East Frontage Road
Bozeman, Montana, U.S.A 59715-8642
www.newport.com/oriel
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When you contact us, please have the following information:
Model Number
Serial Number
End-user Name
Company
Phone
Fax
Description and, if possible, photographs of the problem
If Oriel Instruments determines that a return to the factory is necessary, you will be issued a Return
Material Authorization (RMA) number. Please mark this number on the outside of the shipping box.
The customer or their shipping services are responsible for any shipping damage when returning the
instrument to Oriel Instruments; Oriel recommends you insure the shipment. If the original shipping
container is not available, place your instrument in a container with at least 3 inches (7.5 cm) of
compressible packaging material on all sides.
We look forward to serving you even better in the future!
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Chapter 1:
Introduction and Specifications
This chapter is an introduction to the QuantX-300 Quantum Efficiency Measurement Solution.
Safety Considerations and unpacking information
Product Overview
Options and accessories
Specifications
Safety Considerations
If any of the following symptoms exist, or are even suspected, remove the QUANTX-300 from
service. Do not use the QUANTX-300 until trained service personnel can verify safe
operation.
Visible damage
Severe transport stress
Prolonged storage under adverse conditions
Failure to perform intended measurements or functions
If necessary, return the QUANTX-300 to Oriel Instruments for service and repair per the
section, “Returning and Instrument”, to ensure that safety features are maintained.
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Initial Inspection
When the QUANTX-300 is received, verify that the following items were received with the instrument.
The QUANTX-300 ships as four separate packages.
1. QUANTX-300 Instrument Package
a. Primary QUANTX-300 instrument body (PN: 603618)
QUANTX-300 Instrument
2. Sample Stage Package
a. Sample Stage (PN: 603384)
b. Magnetic Probe Plates x2 (PN: 202070)
c. #8-32x1/4 inch Screws for Probe Plates x4 (PN: 301173)
603384 Sample Stage Assembly
3. Accoutrements Package
a. Lamp
100 Watt Xenon Lamp Assembly (PN: 6252)
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