Ocean Optics Red Tide USB650 Install - Manual (Page 19)

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Appendix A
Specifications
Overview
This appendix contains information on spectrometer operation, specifications, and system compatibility.
It also includes accessory connector pinout diagrams and pin-specific information.
How the Red Tide Works
Below is a diagram of how light moves through the optical bench of an Red Tide Spectrometer. The
optical bench has no moving parts that can wear or break; all the components are fixed in place at the time
of manufacture. Items with an asterisk (*) are user-specified.
Red Tide Spectrometer with Components
See Red Tide Components Table on the following page for an explanation of the function of each
numbered component in the Red Tide Spectrometer in this diagram.