Newton Hardware Guide Version 1.4 rev 13 Oct 2017 Covering models: • Newton CCD • Newton EMCCD • Newton SO • Newton SY

Newton Revision History Version Initial release Fully revised (all sections). Updated to include Newton model variations. Additional information added regarding cooling and power requirements. Solis information removed- this is available from Solis in-built help. Updates to this Manual Changes are periodically made to the product and these will be incorporated into new editions of the manual. Please check for new releases of the manual in MyAndor: http://my.andor.com/login.aspx. If you find an issue in this manual please contact your customer support representative (Section 1.1) with a description...

Newton Safety and Warning Information READ THIS INFORMATION FIRST 1. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Andor, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. 2. Before using the system, please follow and adhere to all warnings, safety, manual handling and operating instructions located either on the product or in this Hardware Guide. 3. Users must be authorised and trained personnel only; otherwise this may result in personal injury, and/ or equipment damage and impaired system performance. 4. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the product and the enclosure...

Newton 20. If any ingress of liquids has occurred or is suspected, unplug the mains cables, do not use, and contact Andor Customer Support. 21. When using a liquid cooling system it is recommended that an overpressure device is fitted to avoid leaks that may find their way to the mains electricity supply and create a hazard. Refer to the information in SECTION 3.7 for general guidelines on the correct installation and use of a liquid cooling system. 22. See SECTION 7.3, “Cleaning and Decontamination”. 23. Do not expose the product to extreme hot or cold temperatures. 24. Do not expose the product...

Newton Warning and Safety Labels PSUs contains hazardous voltages (100-240 VAC). Do not attempt to open the enclosure. There are no user serviceable components inside. Unpacking Information Carefully unpack the unit and retain the packaging materials to transport or return equipment if required: • If the equipment appears damaged in any way, return it to sales outlet in its original packaging. No responsibility for damage arising from the use of non-approved packaging will be accepted. Ensure all items and accessories specified at the time of ordering and as detailed on the packing list are present:...

Newton SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION This manual provides an overview of the Andor Newton camera series. The Newton is available in different configurations including EMCCD sensor versions. The Newton platform is intended for spectroscopy applications such multitrack spectroscopy, SERS, TERS or luminescence mapping. SO and SY versions are also available for high energy applications. This manual includes a description of the main features of the Newton, installation, routine operation and troubleshooting. It also provides a summary of some of the technical features of the Newton series. For further...

Newton 1.1 Technical Support If you have any questions regarding the use of this equipment, please contact the representative* from whom your system was purchased, or: Andor Technology Springvale Business Park South Windsor Northern Ireland Andor Technology (Japan) Andor Technology 66 Zhufang Rd, Haidian Dist. * The latest contact details for your local representative can be found on the Contact and Support page of our website.

Newton 1.2 Disclaimer THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY, CONDITION OR REPRESENTATION OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ANDOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE HOWSOEVER CAUSED WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THE INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREIN. 1.3 Copyright and Protective...

Newton 1.5 Supplied Components Description Newton CCD (or EMCCD) Camera (model as ordered: refer to Specification sheet for full model information) Hardware Guide in electronic format Performance Booklet BNC-SMB Cable PSU and country specific power cable (Solis and SDK are ordered separately)

Newton 1.5.1 Newton Model Options There are a number of models of Newton available. Refer to the specification sheet links for model specific information. Newton CCD Newton EMCCD Model Code Active pixels Pixel size Air/Water cooling Mounting Options (See mechanical drawing for details) C-mount Front face 4x M4 [0.16] Mounting Posts (x3) C-mount Front face 4x M4 [0.16] Mounting Posts (x3) EMCCD and conventional CCD operation Model Specific Information see: 1024 x 255 (1024 x 256 for 1024 x 255 (1024 x 256 for Bx-DD model) Bx-DD model) or 2048 x 512 or 2048 x 512 Newton EMCCD Mounting Posts (x3)...

Newton SECTION 2: PRODUCT OVERVIEW This section provides an overview of the external features and the power and signal connections of the Newton. The CCD model is outlined- refer to model specific information as described, and Section 5 for SO and SY models. 2.1 External Features of the Newton Water/Liquid cooling connectors (x2) Mounting face/flange Camera Window Mounting Flange The mounting flange has 4 off mounting holes to clear M4 x 5 deep (see Appendix B). Sensor The Newton features high resolution CCD or EMCCD sensors with coatings depending on the model. Andor’s unique UltraVacTM vacuum...

Newton 2.2 Rear Panel Power Input Figure 3: Rear Panel USB 2.0 Connects the Newton to the control PC via a USB 2.0 connection. TTL / Logic The TTL/Logic connection permit connection to other devices for synchronisation and control of fire, trigger and shutter operations. Connector type: SMA, provided with SMA - BNC cable Fire (Output), External Trigger (Input), Shutter (Output). The SMB outputs (Fire & Shutter) are CMOS compatible & Series terminated at source (i.e. in the camera head) for 50Ω cable. NOTE: The termination at the customer end should be high impedance (not 50Ω) as an incorrect...