LaserStar Monochrome Display Laser Power & Energy Meters

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Overview

The LaserStar is a microprocessor based laser power meter which is menu driven with window based software. Two models are available: single and dual channel.

Dual and single channel versions
Compatible with standard Ophir thermopile, pyroelectric, photodiode and RP sensors
Large LCD display
Backlighting and rechargeable battery
Screen graphics and statistics (std div. min, max)
Non-volatile data storage up to 59,400 points

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Products

		Compare	Model	Compatibility	sortOrder	rankScore	ranking	Drawings, CAD & Specs		Statistics	Analog Out	RS232	USB	GPIB	Availability	Featured Item	Price		Brand
		7Z01600 LaserStar Single Channel LaserStar Laser Power & Energy Meter, 1 Channel, LCD Display $2,794 3 Weeks	7Z01600 LaserStar Single Channel LaserStar Laser Power & Energy Meter, 1 Channel, LCD Display	UNIVERSAL	0.0	1.0	0.0		0.0	Yes	1 V	Yes	No	Yes	3 Weeks		$2,794		Ophir
		7Z01601 LaserStar Dual Channel LaserStar Laser Power & Energy Meter, 2 Channel, LCD Display $3,174 In Stock	7Z01601 LaserStar Dual Channel LaserStar Laser Power & Energy Meter, 2 Channel, LCD Display	UNIVERSAL	0.0	1.0	0.0		0.0	Yes	1 V	Yes	No	Yes	In Stock		$3,174		Ophir

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PC Software & Drivers

This section describes various ways to interface the Ophir meter to your PC as well as the software options available. Check out the datasheet for more details.

StarCom

The StarCom application together with the Ophir meters that utilize the RS232 protocol turns your PC or laptop into a full-fledged Ophir laser power/energy meter. StarCom supports all major Ophir sensors. Supports the Nova, LaserStar, Nova-II, and Vega meters.

LabVIEW for Single Channel

VIs gives a complete measurement interface with Ophir's Single Channel LaserStar.

LabVIEW for Dual Channel

VIs gives a complete measurement interface with Ophir's Dual Channel LaserStar.

Specifications

Thermal Sensor Compatibility

Yes
Photodiode Sensor Compatibility

Yes
Pyroelectric Sensor Compatibility

Yes
BeamTrack Sensor Compatibility

No
Statistics

Yes
Analog Out

1 V
RS232

30 Hz
GPIB

1500 Hz

Trigger Input/Output

No
On-Board Data Storage

59.4k
Automation Interface

No
Labview VI's

Yes
CE Compliance

Yes
UKCA Compliance

Yes
China RoHS Compliance

Yes

Features

Easy Setup of Laser Power Meter and Sensor

See how easy it is to setup an Ophir power meter and sensor to measure your laser's power and energy. Learn more at www.ophiropt.com/photonics.

Setting Your Laser Power Meter To a Custom Wavelength

Learn how to set the correct wavelength for your measurement, even when the wavelength you need is not one of the default wavelengths offered by the meter.

Frequently Asked Questions

I have multiple sensors. Do I need a specific meter for each sensor or can I use one meter for all of my sensors?
Answer
With Ophir's Smart Head technology sensors can be interchanged between different meters easily. The calibration and setting information is stored in the sensors Smart Head connector so it moves with the sensor to the new meter. It is recommended that you power off your Nova meter before removing the sensor, but the new Nova II and Vega meters detect that a sensor has been removed or attached and will power cycle themselves when doing this.

What is the Ophir meter zeroing and how often should I zero my power meter?
Answer
In all Ophir instruments, all adjustments, including zeroing internal circuits, are done from the software. This ensures simple and accurate realignment. The zeroing process helps eliminate internal biases in the unit which could affect accuracy and repeatablity of measurements. It is recommended to re-zero the instrument every month or two for best performance. Specific instructions for doing this can be found in the User Guide/Manual for each instrument.

How does an energy meter measure above the maximum frequency at which it can record every pulse?
Answer
The energy meters will then sample at close to its maximum frequency. For instance measuring 10 KHz with a PD10 Sensor and Nova II where the maximum frequency for every pulse on the Nova II is 4 KHz: in this case, the Nova II will pick out pulses at a rate of close to 4 KHz and sample them, i.e. the Nova II will record 40% of the pulses.

Can I use a third party sensor with the Ophir power/energy meters?
Answer
No, only Ophir power/energy sensors with the Smart Head connection will work with the Ophir power/energy meters.

Can the LaserStar work in dual channel mode with pyro and thermal sensors together?
Answer
It can work with any sensors in dual mode where they are operating separately. However for ratio or difference, it can only work with pyro vs. pyro or thermal/photodiode vs. thermal/photodiode.

Do I need to recalibrate my instrument? How often must it be recalibrated?
Answer
Unless otherwise indicated, Ophir sensors and meters should be recalibrated within 18 months after initial purchase, and then once a year after that.

Why wasn’t the firmware upgraded to the latest version when the meter was sent in for recalibration?
Answer
Our recalibration process is to not automatically upgrade the firmware in meters when they are sent in for recalibration, unless specifically requested to upgrade it. The reason for this is that we support many companies, such as medical companies, that have equipment validation processes that don’t allow changing the firmware version from the currently validated version. If you do want the latest firmware version installed, we will do that at no additional charge (for meters which are upgraded electronically) if it is specifically requested on the RMA request checklist form. For older meters (such as the Nova) that are upgraded through changing the EEPROM, a nominal fee is added, if firmware upgrade is requested. Note that upgrading the firmware does not affect the calibration.

Can I buy a universal power adapter/charger for my Ophir display?
Answer
Yes. We now offer a switchable universal power adapter/charger P/N 7E05029 for the Ophir displays.

What is Ophir Statement of Volatility of Memory for LaserStar
Answer

See attached

My meter seems to be charging normally, but it lasts for less than an hour on battery power. Does the battery need to be replaced?
Answer
Yes, the battery needs to be replaced. A new battery should last 8 hours per charge. We recommend that you send the meter back for battery replacement and recalibration. User battery replacement is possible. For battery part numbers and ordering information, check out the Spare Parts.

Frequently Asked Questions

I have multiple sensors. Do I need a specific meter for each sensor or can I use one meter for all of my sensors?
Answer
With Ophir's Smart Head technology sensors can be interchanged between different meters easily. The calibration and setting information is stored in the sensors Smart Head connector so it moves with the sensor to the new meter. It is recommended that you power off your Nova meter before removing the sensor, but the new Nova II and Vega meters detect that a sensor has been removed or attached and will power cycle themselves when doing this.

What is the Ophir meter zeroing and how often should I zero my power meter?
Answer
In all Ophir instruments, all adjustments, including zeroing internal circuits, are done from the software. This ensures simple and accurate realignment. The zeroing process helps eliminate internal biases in the unit which could affect accuracy and repeatablity of measurements. It is recommended to re-zero the instrument every month or two for best performance. Specific instructions for doing this can be found in the User Guide/Manual for each instrument.

How does an energy meter measure above the maximum frequency at which it can record every pulse?
Answer
The energy meters will then sample at close to its maximum frequency. For instance measuring 10 KHz with a PD10 Sensor and Nova II where the maximum frequency for every pulse on the Nova II is 4 KHz: in this case, the Nova II will pick out pulses at a rate of close to 4 KHz and sample them, i.e. the Nova II will record 40% of the pulses.

Can I use a third party sensor with the Ophir power/energy meters?
Answer
No, only Ophir power/energy sensors with the Smart Head connection will work with the Ophir power/energy meters.

Can the LaserStar work in dual channel mode with pyro and thermal sensors together?
Answer
It can work with any sensors in dual mode where they are operating separately. However for ratio or difference, it can only work with pyro vs. pyro or thermal/photodiode vs. thermal/photodiode.

Do I need to recalibrate my instrument? How often must it be recalibrated?
Answer
Unless otherwise indicated, Ophir sensors and meters should be recalibrated within 18 months after initial purchase, and then once a year after that.

Why wasn’t the firmware upgraded to the latest version when the meter was sent in for recalibration?
Answer
Our recalibration process is to not automatically upgrade the firmware in meters when they are sent in for recalibration, unless specifically requested to upgrade it. The reason for this is that we support many companies, such as medical companies, that have equipment validation processes that don’t allow changing the firmware version from the currently validated version. If you do want the latest firmware version installed, we will do that at no additional charge (for meters which are upgraded electronically) if it is specifically requested on the RMA request checklist form. For older meters (such as the Nova) that are upgraded through changing the EEPROM, a nominal fee is added, if firmware upgrade is requested. Note that upgrading the firmware does not affect the calibration.

Can I buy a universal power adapter/charger for my Ophir display?
Answer
Yes. We now offer a switchable universal power adapter/charger P/N 7E05029 for the Ophir displays.

What is Ophir Statement of Volatility of Memory for LaserStar
Answer

See attached

My meter seems to be charging normally, but it lasts for less than an hour on battery power. Does the battery need to be replaced?
Answer
Yes, the battery needs to be replaced. A new battery should last 8 hours per charge. We recommend that you send the meter back for battery replacement and recalibration. User battery replacement is possible. For battery part numbers and ordering information, check out the Spare Parts.

Accessories

LaserStar Battery Pack

Replacement battery pack for LaserStar.

	Compare	Description	Compatibility	Drawings, CAD & Specs	Avail.	Price
		7Z14006A Spare Battery Pack, LaserStar Power Meter	UNIVERSAL		In Stock	$117

N Polarity Power Supply/Charger

Power Supply/Charger for Centauri, Vega, Nova II, LaserStar, Nova, EA-1, Pulsar, Quasar, 6K-W, 120K-W and fan cooled sensors.

	Compare	Description	Compatibility	Drawings, CAD & Specs	Avail.	Price
		7E05029 DC Power Supply / Charger, N Polarity	UNIVERSAL		In Stock	$52

Cables

	Compare	Description	Compatibility	Drawings, CAD & Specs	Avail.	Price
		7E01121 RS232 Cable, DB9 to D25, LaserStar Power Meter	UNIVERSAL		In Stock	$55
		7Y78300 IEEE488 GPIB Cable, LaserStar Power Meter	UNIVERSAL		In Stock	$563

LaserStar Analog Output Connector

Analog Output plug for LaserStar (1 unit supplied with LaserStar).

	Compare	Description	Compatibility	Drawings, CAD & Specs	Avail.	Price
		7Z11004 Analog Output Connector, LaserStar	UNIVERSAL		Contact Us	$94

Extended Warranty for Sensor

Customers that purchase the above items also consider the following items. Ophir-Spiricon meters and sensors include a standard manufacturers warranty for one year. Add a one year Extended Warranty to your meter or sensor, which includes one recalibration.