Ophir's smart (DB-15) power and energy sensors can be connected to PCs, laptops, and other systems via a USB connection. It enables remote meter monitoring and control using either the Ophir-provided PC application or bespoke software created by the customer.
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Offered with a Two-Year Extended Warranty
- Pulsed power measurements with thermopile sensors
- System integrator tools included: LabVIEW VIs, COM object interface
- To convert a smartphone or tablet into a power meter, use the free Android software StarViewer
- Plug and play with all standard Ophir smart sensors
- Position and size measurement with BeamTrack sensors
- Record every energy pulse at up to 10 kHz
- Log power and energy, average, statistics, histograms, and more
Software
PC Software and Drivers
This section explains the several software options and methods for connecting the Ophir meter to the PC.
StarLab
The StarLab application, paired with an Ophir meter, converts a PC or laptop into a full-fledged laser power/energy meter. Most Ophir laser power/energy sensors are supported; on a single PC, up to eight sensors can be shown simultaneously.
Users can manage the device in their own application using the Ophir COM Object. Centauri, StarBright, StarLite, Juno, Juno+, Juno-RS, Nova II, Vega, Pulsar-1/2/4, Quasar, EA-1, and Ariel devices are all supported.
LabVIEW
The majority of Ophir's USB-connected devices (Centauri, StarBright, StarLite, Juno, Juno+, Nova-II, Pulsar, Vega) come with a library that provides a full measuring interface. LabVIEW uses Ophir's new COM object.
StarViewer
StarViewer transforms a smartphone running iOS or Android into a portable Ophir laser power/energy measurement device.
StarViewer's iOS version is compatible with the Ariel sensor. Ariel, Juno, and Quasar interfaces are compatible with the Android version of StarViewer.
Specifications
Source: MKS Ophir
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| Product Name |
Juno |
| Thermal Sensor Compatibility |
Yes |
| Photodiode Sensor Compatibility |
Yes |
| Pyroelectric Sensor Compatibility |
Yes |
| BeamTrack Sensor Compatibility |
Yes |
| Statistics |
Yes |
| Analog Out |
No |
| Trigger Input/Output |
No |
| Power Supply |
USB bus powered |
| USB |
Yes |
| Data Transfer Rate |
10,000 Hz |
| On-Board Data Storage |
No |
| Automation Interface |
Yes |
| LabVIEW VIs |
Yes |
| CE Compliance |
Yes |
| UKCA Compliance |
Yes |
| China RoHS Compliance |
Yes |
Features
Laser Measurement PC Interfaces
Product Overview: Laser Measurement PC Interfaces
Video Credit: MKS Ophir
If all laser measurement work is done on a laptop or PC rather than on a standalone meter, one of Ophir's direct-to-PC connections might be the perfect solution.
These are full-featured laser power and energy meters; rather than having a separate on-board display, the PC serves as the display. In this video, users will learn about Ophir’s spectrum of PC interfaces.
Introduction to the StarLab Laser Measurement Application
Introduction to the StarLab Application
Video Credit: MKS Ophir
This video is part one of a series of video segments that show viewers how to use StarLab. It provides an overview of the StarLab application's numerous functionalities.
StarLab 3.0: Introduction and First Steps
StarLab 3.0: Introduction and First Steps
Video Credit: MKS Ophir
This video discusses the many things on the StarLab screen and demonstrates how to take basic laser measurements.
StarLab 3.0: Second Steps
StarLab 3.0: Second Steps
Video Credit: MKS Ophir
Sometimes, users need to process a reading after obtaining it. This video demonstrates how to use several StarLab functions, such as averaging, scaling factor, normalization, density, and more. This is part two of the video series that teaches consumers how to use StarLab.
Ophir Laser Measurement Virtual Meters
Webinar on Demand: Ophir Laser Measurement Virtual Meters
Video Credit: MKS Ophir
One of Ophir’s direct-to-PC virtual meters may be the best option if all laser measurement work is performed on a laptop or PC. Together with the sensor and Ophir’s potent StarLab software application, these complete laser power and energy meters transform the PC into a multi-channel laser measurement workstation.