SE 200 Hardware Manual

The operational manual for the SE 200 is camera-specific for two manufacturers: Apogee Imaging Systems and Andor Technology. Right-click on the PDF file name to download.

SE 200 KestrelSpec Software Manual

The KestrelSpec software manual for the SE 200 is divided into five sections. Right-click on the PDF file name to download.

Section 1: Learning KestrelSpec

The first section is a tutorial that gives an overview for using the various menu options and toolbox features of the software. The tutorial uses demo images that were acquired using the SE 200 spectrograph.

Section 2: Using KestrelSpec

The second section explains the operation of the camera and spectrograph using the software. This section includes instructions for two camera manufacturers: Apogee Imaging Systems and Andor Technology.

Section 3: Reference

The third section is a reference for explaining the utilities and analysis capabilities of the software and each of the menu options.

Section 4: Scripting

The fourth section explains how KestrelSpec can be controlled from another Windows application, like LabView from National Instruments, using Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE).

Section 5: Installation Instructions

The fifth section explains how to install KestrelSpec and any required camera drivers for Apogee Imaging Systems and Andor Technology.