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    Does anyone have or know where to download a list of Greenlight HPS problem codes? I have found the problem groups in the service manual but I’m looking for individual codes. Example: Problem 233. I know this is a power supply error but need the specific problem defined.

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    Quote Originally Posted by AP257 View Post
    Does anyone have or know where to download a list of Greenlight HPS problem codes? I have found the problem groups in the service manual but I’m looking for individual codes. Example: Problem 233. I know this is a power supply error but need the specific problem defined.

    i will not be asking questions on bypassing security or modifying this device on this forum.
    You might want to track down Kevin at Starlight Photonics and ask him. He be the Greenlight Man... He also makes a neat circuit board to deal with some of that..

    Really talk to him about how not to kill that unit.

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    Thanks for the info - I'll do that.

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    I wasn't aware Kevin has worked with the HPS; if he has then that's very useful to know.

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    I'm more of a Greenlight PV expert. I've put my dirty fingers on an HPS or 2, but never dug into the CANbus used to control all the subsystems. I only have the Operator's Manual. If there is a publicly available service manual, I'd like to get a copy of that.

    The Greenlight PV is basically just a modernized KTP/532 that easily makes >80W. The controller I designed takes over the lamp power supply and Q-switch driver. I've been meaning to open source that, but it's a project that's not likely to bubble to the top of the todo list any time soon.

    Kevin (@StarlightPhotonics.com)

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    I have all you will likely need to know about HPS to their gory internal details to beyond factory level. ().

    233...? "LPS Interlock Clearing Test Failed"
    I'd check the interlock cable to the diode stack power supply.

    What's the history of the unit + what are your intentions for use?
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    The system is physically in good shape, serviced last year. I plan to use it in a cnc setup for light cutting/engraving. Right now I’m trying to get past the problem codes so it will boot to the home screen.

    Thanks fo the problem code, I’ll check the cable.

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    No problem. Let us know how you get on.

    Whatever you do; DO NOT open the lid to the resonator (main laser area // big stainless steel box sealed with mylar tape)
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    Quote Originally Posted by danielbriggs View Post
    No problem. Let us know how you get on.

    Whatever you do; DO NOT open the lid to the resonator (main laser area // big stainless steel box sealed with mylar tape)

    It’s still sealed. No mater how clean you think your work area is, it’s never clean enough.

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    Quote Originally Posted by AP257 View Post
    It’s still sealed. No mater how clean you think your work area is, it’s never clean enough.
    If you're curious to the internals:

    I drew this up about 7 years ago, however there are some obvious errors which crept in from my lack of knowledge at the time; but I lost the original so couldn't edit.
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