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Kymera 328i Quick Start Guide

Unpack the Boxes

Install Software (Solis or SDK2)

Kymera 328i

Spectrograph

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You must have administrator access on your PC to perform this installation.

These instructions cover installation of both Andor Solis and Andor SDK if ordered. A copy of the 

software is provided within the spectrograph box. Additionally, the latest software files are available 

to download on request, please sign in or create an account at 

andor.oxinst.com/downloads

Windows: Switch on the PC, run the setup exe from the supplied copy or the downloaded file: e.g. 

AndorSDK2Setup-<version>.exe

1. 

Confirm the version of software (minimum is v2.1.x).

2.  Follow the on screen prompts.

3.  Select the installation directory when prompted.

4. 

If prompted for select the required hardware (spectrograph and/or camera) type.

5. 

On the final window click on “Install”. Continue to follow the on screen prompts.

Kymera will require SDK2 or Solis installation, please see quick start guide for specific camera 

model software requirements. 
Online access to technical documentation is available at: 

andor.oxinst.com/downloads

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2

Camera(s) 

(prefitted)

Grating Turret(s)

Slits/Coupling 

Interfaces

Output Port 

Adaptor(s)

Hex Key Set

Documentation

andor.oxinst.com/

welcome

Software

(copy supplied)

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C Cable

USB 2.0 Cable

Power Supply

Please follow these guidelines when unpacking the Kymera: 

1.  The Kymera

 should be placed in the environment it will be used in for a few hours before adjustment and first use. 

2.  Environment should be dust free. 
3. 

Spectrograph should be placed on a flat, stable support (e.g. optical table); Spectrograph feet are designed to be 

secured on an optical table with appropriate screws.

The Kymera can be supplied with a range of accessories as specified at the time of ordering. Please check the 
supplied items against the packing list to ensure all items are present.

Prepare Your Facility

Refer to the user manual for further information.

ATTENTION

Poids: >18kg.

Deux personnes sont 

requises. Soulever avec 

précaution - charge 

inégalement répartie.

CAUTION

Weight: >18kg.

Two person lift required. 

Take care when lifting - 

unbalanced load.

Keep dry, <70% humidity 
non-condensing.

Handle the spectrograph and 
accessories with care.

Observe anti-static precautions 
when installing the spectrograph, 
camera and accessories.

Ensure sufficient clearance around 

spectrograph and power supply 

vents (Do 

not

 block vents when 

operating on benchtop).

Operation of the spectrograph 
close to intense pulsed sources 

(e.g. plasma and X-ray sources) 

may compromise performance.

Use correct power supply and cables.

Operate at a constant temperature 

between 0°C and 30°C (temperature 
fluctuation during operation may result 
in calibration drift).

Store between -25°C and 50°C.

Please observe the following warning when 
lifting the spectrograph:

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