Quantum Composers AF910 - Manual (Page 16)

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Figure 11 Laser Diode Controls
The autofocus data section of the software is used to view the current analog output based
on position as well as the sensor output if desired. The sensor output data should be used
only for diagnostic purposes and as a check to see that you are getting a strong signal on
the sensor. Pressing the “Single Sensor Capture” button will grab one frame of the sensor
and display it on the plot. A reasonable signal when in focus on the sample is shown in
the image below. Selecting “Continuous Data Scan” will constantly scan the sensor data.
This should only be used for diagnostics and alignment purposes. The enable polling
option will enable/disable polling any status from the autofocus. Normally, this can be
left in the selected mode.
Figure 12 Autofocus Data
Selecting the Comm Terminal Tab provides the user with the ability to send commands
directly to the autofocus controller. The commands described in the command set section
could be entered using this tab.