User guide

Page 8 Document No: 11294 LBA-USB User Guide
Safety
While the LBA-USB itself does not present the operator with any safety hazards, this
instrument however is intended for use with laser systems. Therefore, the operator
should be protected from any hazards that the laser system may present. The greatest
hazards associated with laser systems are damage to the eyes and skin due to laser
radiation.
Optical Radiation Hazards
With almost any camera used with LBA-USB, the optical radiation at the camera
sensor is low enough to be considered relatively harmless. Nevertheless, use of
this instrument may require the operator to work within the optical path of
lasers. Exposure to radiation from these lasers may be sufficient to warrant the
use of protective equipment.
Unless the laser’s optical path is enclosed, the operator should be protected
against accidental exposure. Exposure to personnel other than the operator must
also be considered. Hazards include direct beam exposure and reflected
radiation.
When working with an unenclosed beam path, it is advisable to do so while the
laser is powered down or at reduced power levels. Whenever there is a risk for
dangerous exposure, protective eye shields and clothing should be worn.
Electrical Hazards
The cameras used with LBA-USB utilize only low voltages, derived from the USB
port in the host PC computer, therefore it posses no risk of electrical shock.
The computer should always be operated with its covers in place and in
accordance with its manufacture’s recommendations.
The computer should always be operated with a properly grounded AC power
cord.