The signals generated by detector arrays are normally very weak. Therefore, the first amplification should be done as close to the array as possible. In addition the array needs a mechanical mount and an electronic interface. All these functions are provided by a special preamplifier board that does a lot more that just pre-amplify the generated signal. Additional functions like digital signal conditioning or power supply support tasks may be located on the preamplifier board as well.

Since there are many different types of detector array on the market, it is necessary to match the preamplifier to the electronic interface.
The output of a preamplifier is the signal for the Front End Electronics. A major advantage of separating the digital functions of the FEE from the pre-amplification stage is the prevention of interference between digital signals and the weak analog ones.

Supported Detector Arrays DZA-S3901-4 or DZA-S3901-4 1M for Hamamatsu S390x/ S487x Si-NMOS arrays DZA-S593x for Hamamatsu S593x series cooled Si-NMOS arrays DZA-S7030-4 for Hamamatsu S703x Si-CCD arrays DZA-S7010-1 for Hamamatsu S701x Si-CCD arrays DZA-S9840 for Hamamatsu S9840 Si-CCD arrays DZA-VVIR-LX/LD for Sensors Unlimited LX/LD series (multiplexed) InGaAs arrays DZA-VVIR-HM for Hamamatsu G9205-9214 (multiplexed) InGaAs arrays