StarBright Color Advanced Laser Power & Energy Meter

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Overview

The StarBright is the most feature rich handheld laser power/energy meter on the market. Just plug in one of the many Ophir sensors and you have a whole measurement laboratory at your fingertips. The bright color display gives unparalleled legibility and ease of interpreting information.

Brilliant large 320x240 color TFT display
Compatible with standard Ophir thermal, BeamTrack, pyroelectric (PE-C only) & photodiode sensors
Sophisticated power and energy logging
Wide range of graphical display options
Math functions for advanced processing. Functions can be mixed together, displayed graphically and can also be logged
USB Disk on Key (Thumb Drive) for nearly unlimited data storage
Soft keys and menu driven functions with context sensitive help
Advanced graphical display options
Log every pulse at up to 5000Hz per channel
Supports advanced Ophir measurement modes such as “Low Frequency Power” (for VCSEL measurements), “Pulsed Power”, etc.

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Products

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		7Z01580 StarBright Starbright Laser Power & Energy Meter, 320x240 Color TFT Display $1,600 5 Weeks	7Z01580 StarBright Starbright Laser Power & Energy Meter, 320x240 Color TFT Display	UNIVERSAL	0.0	1.0	0.0		0.0	Yes	1, 2 ,5 ,10 V	Yes	Yes	No	5 Weeks		$1,600		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.

StarLab

The StarLab application together with an Ophir meter turns your PC or laptop into a full-fledged laser power/energy meter. Supports most Ophir laser power/energy sensors. Up to 8 sensors can be displayed at once on one PC. By using the Ophir COM Object, you can control the device from your own application. Supports the Ariel, Centauri, StarBright, StarLite, Juno, Juno+, Nova II, Vega, Pulsar-1/2/4, Quasar, EA-1 and Ariel devices.

LabVIEW

Library supplied for a complete measurement interface with most of our USB speaking devices (Centauri, StarBright, StarLite, Juno, Juno+, Nova-II, Pulsar, Vega). Makes use of our new COM object.

Firmware - StarBright (latest version 1.57)

Embedded s/w for StarBright Laser Power / Energy Meter
Notes: Firmware update is performed by downloading the installer from Ophir website (see link above).
The firmware can't be updated via StarLab.

Specifications

Thermal Sensor Compatibility

Yes
Photodiode Sensor Compatibility

Yes
Pyroelectric Sensor Compatibility

Yes
BeamTrack Sensor Compatibility

Yes
Statistics

Yes
Analog Out

1V,2V,5V,10V
RS232

15 Hz
USB

5000 Hz

Trigger Input/Output

No
On-Board Data Storage

As per USB Flash Drive used
Automation Interface

Yes for USB
Labview VI's

Yes
CE Compliance

Yes
UKCA Compliance

Yes
China RoHS Compliance

Yes

Features

StarBright Laser Power/Energy Meter Overview

StarBright is a compact, feature-rich, handheld laser power/energy meter. Displaying measurements from pW to kW’s and pJ to hundreds of Joules, StarBright measures power, single shot energy, repetitive energy, frequency, and beam size with Ophir’s wide range of thermal, pyroelectric, and photodiode laser sensors. It also measures irradiance and dosage with the PD300RM radiometer sensors, and laser beam size and beam position with the BeamTrack power/position/size laser sensors. The newest version of StarBright can be used to measure the instantaneous power of a laser pulse. This is especially useful for measuring lasers in high power applications. StarBright can now also be used to measure total energy exposure with a Photodiode sensor, a big plus for photolithography applications.

StarBright – Full Tutorial

The new Ophir StarBright is the most advanced of Ophir’s family of handheld laser meters. This video walks you through the range of capabilities, and shows you how to use them. This is the FULL video teaching you how to use StarBright.

Firmware Upgrade of StarLite and StarBright

Field upgrade of the firmware for the StarLite and StarBright meters is very simple. In this video, we’ll walk through the process, step by step.

Measuring Kilowatt Laser Beams with 50W Sensors

For measuring high average powers, you may not need to use a high average power, water-cooled, big and heavy sensor. This video shows you three practical solutions to “get away” with using lower power sensors to measure high power beams, using short exposure times.

Introduction to the StarLab Laser Measurement Application

This video gives an overview of the StarLab application and its various functions. Part 1 of a series of video segments teaching you how to use StarLab.

Calibration Factors - Laser Power/Energy Meter

When a power/energy meter is in "Calibrate" mode, various "Factors" are displayed to the user. This video explains the meaning of each of these factors.

Clarifications: Range Selection, Measurement Duration

Sometimes, even experienced users of laser measurement equipment come across some issues that, although basic, need to be clarified. This video reviews 2 such issues: (1) selection of correct range when it's not quite obvious (and what happens if one goes over range), and (2) how long a measurement duration may be.

Frequently Asked Questions

I don't see my exact wavelength in the wavelength option for my Ophir sensor. I only see several wavelength ranges. What should I do?
Answer
Select the range that contains your wavelength. The sensors have coatings on them that have been characterized and for any wavelength within that range the sensor will be within calibration tolderance including variations in sensitivity within that range. When there is a difference in sensitivity that exceeds the allowable tolerances, a new wavelength range is created and a calibrated for.

I can understand why a power meter sensor needs to be recalibrated, but why do I have to have my Power and Energy Meters recalibrated?
Answer
Think of it like a voltmeter or ammeter, these have to be recertified/recalibrated as well like most other pieces of test equipment. In general, our instruments are unlikely to drift or fail over time like a sensor might that is constantly exposed to laser energy. But the possibility exists. So the general practice in our industry is to have Power and Energy Meterss recalibrated and recertified as well. ISO standards and FDA, as well as other agencies, require both be recalibrated and recertified.

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.

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.

I’ve upgraded to the latest version of StarLab and my meter no longer is supported. What happened?
Answer
Whenever we release a new version of StarLab we add support or deal with various other meter-specific issues. This may necessitate upgrading the meter firmware to the latest release. This release is included in the StarLab package and simply enter the Field Upgrade dialog in order to upgrade your meter to be up to date.

How do I use the Analog Output of a meter to get a reading of power? And how accurate is it?
Answer
The analog output of the meter - using the mating connector provided – gives a voltage signal proportional to the actual reading (it is in fact just a D/A translation of what is being displayed), so it represents a fully calibrated reading. The full scale value is a function of the meter being used and the power range it is on. With the StarBright, Vega and Nova II, for example, the user can select full scale analog output voltage ranges of 1, 2, 5 or 10 V, and the 100% level of the chosen power scale is scaled to the full scale voltage. For example: if you choose 5V full scale analog voltage range, and your sensor is set to a 50 W full scale power range, then you will have 5 V = 50 W or 0.1 V/W. It will vary according to the chosen power range and chosen full scale voltage range. The electrical accuracy is stated in the specification (see the User manual) as ±0.2% (of reading) ±0.3% of full scale volts (in addition to the calibration accuracy of the sensor’s reading itself).

Will the StarBright and StarLite meters work with old pyroelectic sensors that are not the C style?
Answer
No. The pyroelectric sensors must be the PE-C type sensors to work with the StarBright and StarLite meters.

What is Ophir Statement of Volatility of Memory for StarLite StarBright
Answer
See attached

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.

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.

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 don't see my exact wavelength in the wavelength option for my Ophir sensor. I only see several wavelength ranges. What should I do?
Answer
Select the range that contains your wavelength. The sensors have coatings on them that have been characterized and for any wavelength within that range the sensor will be within calibration tolderance including variations in sensitivity within that range. When there is a difference in sensitivity that exceeds the allowable tolerances, a new wavelength range is created and a calibrated for.

I can understand why a power meter sensor needs to be recalibrated, but why do I have to have my Power and Energy Meters recalibrated?
Answer
Think of it like a voltmeter or ammeter, these have to be recertified/recalibrated as well like most other pieces of test equipment. In general, our instruments are unlikely to drift or fail over time like a sensor might that is constantly exposed to laser energy. But the possibility exists. So the general practice in our industry is to have Power and Energy Meterss recalibrated and recertified as well. ISO standards and FDA, as well as other agencies, require both be recalibrated and recertified.

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.

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.

I’ve upgraded to the latest version of StarLab and my meter no longer is supported. What happened?
Answer
Whenever we release a new version of StarLab we add support or deal with various other meter-specific issues. This may necessitate upgrading the meter firmware to the latest release. This release is included in the StarLab package and simply enter the Field Upgrade dialog in order to upgrade your meter to be up to date.

How do I use the Analog Output of a meter to get a reading of power? And how accurate is it?
Answer
The analog output of the meter - using the mating connector provided – gives a voltage signal proportional to the actual reading (it is in fact just a D/A translation of what is being displayed), so it represents a fully calibrated reading. The full scale value is a function of the meter being used and the power range it is on. With the StarBright, Vega and Nova II, for example, the user can select full scale analog output voltage ranges of 1, 2, 5 or 10 V, and the 100% level of the chosen power scale is scaled to the full scale voltage. For example: if you choose 5V full scale analog voltage range, and your sensor is set to a 50 W full scale power range, then you will have 5 V = 50 W or 0.1 V/W. It will vary according to the chosen power range and chosen full scale voltage range. The electrical accuracy is stated in the specification (see the User manual) as ±0.2% (of reading) ±0.3% of full scale volts (in addition to the calibration accuracy of the sensor’s reading itself).

Will the StarBright and StarLite meters work with old pyroelectic sensors that are not the C style?
Answer
No. The pyroelectric sensors must be the PE-C type sensors to work with the StarBright and StarLite meters.

What is Ophir Statement of Volatility of Memory for StarLite StarBright
Answer
See attached

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.

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.

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

Carrying Case

Carrying case 38x30x11 cm. For laser power / energy meter and up to three sensors

	Compare	Description	Compatibility	Drawings, CAD & Specs	Avail.	Price
		1J02079 Carrying Case, Laser Power & Energy Meter and up to 3 Sensors	UNIVERSAL		In Stock	$194

Cables

	Compare	Description	Compatibility	Drawings, CAD & Specs	Avail.	Price
		7E01279 USB Cable, USB-A to MICRO-B, StarBright, StarLite, Centauri Power Meters	UNIVERSAL		In Stock	$51
		7E01213 RS232 Cable, DB9 to 3.5 mm Plug, StarBright and Centauri Power Meters	UNIVERSAL		3 Weeks	$68

StarBright Battery Pack

Replacement battery pack for StarBright

	Compare	Description	Compatibility	Drawings, CAD & Specs	Avail.	Price
		7E14008 Spare Battery Pack, StarLite & StarBright Power Meters.	UNIVERSAL		In Stock	$46

P Polarity Power Supply/Charger

Power Supply/Charger for StarLite, StarBright and RM9 Chopper (1 unit supplied with these products).

	Compare	Description	Compatibility	Drawings, CAD & Specs	Avail.	Price
		7E05047 DC Power Supply / Charger, P Polarity	UNIVERSAL		In Stock	$52

General Purpose I/O Connector

Used as analog output plug for Centauri, StarBright, StarLite, Vega, Nova II, Nova, and Juno+.

	Compare	Description	Compatibility	Drawings, CAD & Specs	Avail.	Price
		7E02008 Analog Output Connector, Power and Energy Meter	UNIVERSAL		In Stock	$20

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.