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LTL3000 Retroreflectometer
User Manual
June 2020 – English language version
DELTA - Venlighedsvej 4 - DK-2970 Hørsholm - Denmark - Tel. (+45) 43 25 14 00 - roadsensors@delta.dk

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  • Page 1 LTL3000 Retroreflectometer User Manual June 2020 – English language version DELTA - Venlighedsvej 4 - DK-2970 Hørsholm - Denmark - Tel. (+45) 43 25 14 00 - roadsensors@delta.dk...
  • Page 2 USA Statement Note: LTL3000 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 3 LTL3000 IS BUILT ON GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE COMPONENTS. THE SOURCE CODE IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. Intended use/purpose LTL3000 retroreflectometer is a portable field instrument used for on-site inspection and quality control of retroreflection properties of road markings. Important Safety and Handling Information Caution Changes/modifications not approved by the responsible party could void the user’s authority to operate the...
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents LTL3000 introduction ........................... 8 Overview of the LTL3000 ........................8 Getting started ............................ 9 Icons ..............................10 Main menu ............................11 Perform a measurement ........................12 Series ............................... 13 Users ..............................14 Log ..............................15 Calibration ............................16 Settings ............................
  • Page 8: Ltl3000 Introduction

    The instrument provides a warning message or sound in case of unreliable measurement. The majority of action buttons on the LTL3000 are accessible via the touch screen. The physical buttons and features on the instrument are shown below.
  • Page 9: Getting Started

    The width of the measurement field (50 mm / 2 inch) is centered. The LTL3000 is equipped with a USB port on the side of the instrument for data export via a memory stick. The instrument is powered by a rechargeable battery, offering many hours of measurement capacity. A mains powered battery charger is supplied with the instrument as customary delivery.
  • Page 10: Icons

    The icons in the status bar at the top of the display screen give you information about the instrument status and operational mode: Icon explanation: The current time (hour/min) USB drive is connected and accepted GNSS-signal is activated i.e. Global Navigation Satellite System (optional feature) Battery status LTL3000 User Manual / June 2020 DELTA...
  • Page 11: Main Menu

    Calibrate the LTL3000 Settings Adjust settings (location, time and date) Shutdown Power off the instrument Note: all information you enter or alter under the individual menu items is automatically stored in the instrument. LTL3000 User Manual / June 2020 DELTA...
  • Page 12: Perform A Measurement

    Select ‘Measure’ from the main menu, and the instrument is now ready to perform a measurement. Place the LTL3000 instrument on top of the specific road markings you want to measure and press the green button on the instrument handle.
  • Page 13: Series

    Delete a series: Press the series on the list you want to delete, then press on the top bar. The series and associated measurement data are now deleted. Note: It is required that at least one series exists, thus it is impossible to delete the last series. LTL3000 User Manual / June 2020 DELTA...
  • Page 14: Users

    The user and the related measurements are now deleted. Note: it is required that at least one user exists, in other words it is impossible to delete the last user. LTL3000 User Manual / June 2020 DELTA...
  • Page 15: Log

    The LTL3000 keeps a log of all the measurements conducted. You can see statistics for each series of data and export the series data. Start by selecting ‘Log’ from the main menu. Series, that contain measurement data, are now displayed in a list on the left side of the screen.
  • Page 16: Calibration

    Calibration To ensure high quality of the measurement data, DELTA recommends that you calibrate the LTL3000 every day that you use the instrument - typically in the morning before commencing your measurements. The calibration process automatically compensates for instrument offsets etc.
  • Page 17 Type in the RL-calibration value printed on the calibration target sticker. • Place the calibration target under the LTL3000 (in the front) and press ‘Calibrate RL’ on the screen. Note: the pins on the calibration target fit into the slots underneath the LTL3000 instrument.
  • Page 18 • Place the LTL3000 all the way back on the Qd calibration target facing in the direction indicated. • Press ‘Calibrate Qd’ on the screen. • Wait for success confirmation. To calibrate the Qd value, place the LTL3000 on top of the Qd calibration target.
  • Page 19: Settings

    Settings To adjust the regional settings and time/date, select ‘Settings’ from the main menu. LTL3000 User Manual / June 2020 DELTA...
  • Page 20: Battery

    A substantial drop in obtainable measurements on a fully charged battery indicates that the battery is worn out and must be replaced. Insert the rechargeable battery on the side of the LTL3000. For your safety Do not expose the battery to heat or flames: Danger of explosion. Do not place the battery on a heater or expose to direct sunlight for long periods.
  • Page 21: Battery Charger

    To recharge the battery, first make sure that the LTL3000 is turned off, remove the battery from the handle and insert it in the charger. Make sure the battery and battery charger are clean and dry before and during charging takes place.
  • Page 22: Usb Connection

    USB connection The LTL3000 is featured with an USB port for connection to a USB memory stick, when you want to transfer measurement data. The USB port is placed on the side of the instrument above the battery slot.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    When the instrument is not in use, turn off the instrument and fold the screen cover down to protect the touch screen. If the battery is not properly turned off, it will deplete the battery during storage. You may clean the LTL3000 instrument and the touch screen using a soft, clean linen cloth with mild detergent.
  • Page 24 If the surface is stained, scratched, or broken the calibration target must be replaced. A replacement calibration reference can be purchased from DELTA. In general, DELTA recommends changing the calibration target every two years to ensure that the target always provide correct calibrations.
  • Page 25: Appendix A: Specifications

    ) - optional ....................0-318 Nighttime chromaticity coordinates (x,y) according to - optional ....ASTM E 2367 and CIE 1931 Location position system (GNSS) Latitude / Longitude Format .................... Decimal degrees Datum ............................WGS 84 LTL3000 User Manual / June 2020 DELTA...
  • Page 26: Electrical Characteristics

    Altitude: ........................4,000 m / 13,000 feet Instrument dimensions Length: ......................... 420 mm / 16.5 inch Width: ..........................150 mm / 5.9 inch Height:.......................... 300 mm / 11.8 inch Weight: ..........................4.7 kg / 10.4 lbs. LTL3000 User Manual / June 2020 DELTA...
  • Page 27: Regulatory Compliance

    Radio:........................EN 303-413 V1.1.1:2017 EMC: ...................... EN 301-489-19 V2.1.1 (2019-04) Safety: ............IEC 61010-1:2010, AMD1:2016; EN 61010-1:2010+A1:2019 USA: EMC: ....................... FCC 47 CFR Part 15B (class B) Canada: EMC: ........................ICES 003:2016 (Class B) LTL3000 User Manual / June 2020 DELTA...
  • Page 28: Appendix B: Safety Symbols And Model Identification

    Appendix B: Safety symbols and model identification Below are explanations of symbols related to safety which are used on the LTL3000 equipment: CE mark – indicates conformance with the essential requirements of the directive Dispose of the instrument in compliance with local regulations for the disposal of electronic equipment.
  • Page 29 Appendix C: Delivery The LTL3000 instrument is delivered with the below items. 5,6,7 1. Carrying case 2. LTL3000 instrument including battery 3. Battery charger 4. Spare battery 5. USB stick for data transfer 6. User manual on USB stick 7. Calibration reference 8.

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