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Gossen MetraWatt MAVOSPEC BASE Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
MAVOSPEC
BASE
15579
Spectrometer
1/07.16

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions MAVOSPEC BASE 15579 Spectrometer 1/07.16...
  • Page 2  Calibration report  Operating instructions (German/English) Outstanding MAVOSPEC BASE Measuring Functions and Features  Spectral power distribution within a range of 380 to 780 nm (VIS)  Chromaticity, color coordinates per CIE 1931 [x,y], CIE 1960 [u,v], CIE 1976 [u',v'], display of the CIE standard color table ...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Page Safety Precautions, Warnings and Other Notes Initial Startup Inserting the Memory Card Inserting the Rechargeable Battery Charging the Battery Default Settings The Meter and its Controls Device Overview Controls Display Functions Switching the Meter On Measurements Measured Value Window 3.3.1 Spectrum...
  • Page 4 USB Port Firmware Update Documenting Measured Values Practical Tips Factory Calibration Service Error Messages Technical Data EU Declaration of Conformity Gossen Foto- und Lichtmesstechnik GmbH...

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions, Warnings And Other Notes

    Safety Precautions Please read these safety precautions carefully before using your meter. This will help you to avoid damaging the product and prevent personal injury. This symbol identifies important warnings which should be read in any case before initial startup of your GOSSEN product. Warnings In the event of malfunctioning, switch the meter off immediately.
  • Page 6 Do not dismantle the meter. Never touch any parts inside the housing. Injury may result. Do not repair the meter yourself. Repairs may only be conducted by appropriately trained personnel. If the meter’s housing is damaged due to dropping or other external influences, remove the rechargeable battery or power pack and contact your local dealer or GOSSEN Service for repair.
  • Page 7 Important safety precautions: Please read these safety precautions before using the meter in order to avoid damaging your MAVOSPEC BASE. Important information which you should also read before using your MAVOSPEC BASE Tips: additional, useful information regarding use of your MAVOSPEC BASE ...

  • Page 8: Initial Startup

    Initial Startup The MAVOSPEC BASE works with an interchangeable micro SD card for measured value storage and a device-specific, rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Use only the original V070A GOSSEN rechargeable battery included with the meter, or available as an optional accessory, and the USB charger.

  • Page 9: Charging The Battery

    Default Settings The MAVOSPEC BASE is shipped with default settings which, based on our own experience, fulfill the basic requirements of most users. A complete summary of the default settings and instructions on how to adapt them to your individual requirements are included in section 4 of these operating instructions.

  • Page 10: The Meter And Its Controls

    The Meter and its Controls View of the Meter Cosine-Corrected Measuring Probe Charging Status LED Display Panel DATA Key MENU Key Measurement Key Ring Controller USB Port for Charging Battery or Carrying Strap Holder for Data Transmission Gossen Foto- und Lichtmesstechnik GmbH...

  • Page 11: Controls

    Controls DATA Key MENU Key DATA + MENU Key Press key briefly: Open menu, Pressing and holding both of these keys Storage of the last measurement, exit menu simultaneously switches the device off. inactive in case of automatic storage Press and hold: Retrieve stored measured values, Measurement Key stop current retrieval operation...

  • Page 12: Display

    Displays Status Bar Shows the name of the active measured value window or the measured value memory’s directory, and time of day Measured Value Window Shows the active measured value window or the measured value memory’s directories and files Information Bar Shows currently running actions such as measurement, storage, loading, the file name and the battery’s charging status...

  • Page 13: Functions

    Functions Switching the Meter On Use the … and the initial screen measurement The meter appears with an empty key to switch the is initialized ... display field. meter on. Measurements Configurable Individual Functions in the MENU Press the Units of measure lx / °C - fc / °F measurement A measurement...

  • Page 14: Measured Value Window

    Measured Value Windows Spectrum Report CIE1931 Data After the measurement has been performed, its results are displayed in the selected measured value window. The ring controller is used to switch amongst the individual measured value windows.  CCT  E vis ...

  • Page 15: Spectrum

    3.3.1 Spectrum This measured value window displays the spectral power distribution of a light source and also provides information concerning color temperature and illuminance. The window as well as the colored background for the spectral power distribution can be shown or hidden with the help of the corresponding function in the presentation menu (see section 4). Correlated color temperature in Kelvin (K) E vis Illuminance (lx/fc)

  • Page 16: Cie

    3.3.3 These measured value windows display the color coordinates in the respective CIE standard color system and depict chromaticity graphically in the associated standard color diagram. The window as well as all or one preferred standard color system can be shown or hidden with the help of the corresponding function in the presentation menu (see section 4).

  • Page 17: Measured Value Memory

    Measured Value Memory The MAVOSPEC BASE has an interchangeable micro SDHC memory card in the battery compartment to which measured values can be saved either automatically or manually. Manual saving is selected as a default setting. The respective memory modes can be selected in the memory menu (see section 4.6).

  • Page 18: Overview

    The Menu This chapter expands upon the above described functions and explains the great variety of options for default settings and presets offered by the MAVOSPEC BASE. Overview General Default Setting Options Information LCD brightness (%) 100 - 90 - 80 - 70 - 60 - 50 Sensor no.

  • Page 19: Navigation - Setup

    Navigation – Setup Press the MENU key to open the main menu. Use the ring Use the ring Use the ring controller ... controller ... controller ... to select the desired to navigate through to select a submenu. menu. the user settings. Use the ring Use the ring Use the ring...

  • Page 20: Menu - General

    MENU – General LCD Brightness (%) Display brightness can be adjusted to suit the respective requirements. Minimal display brightness results in low current consumption and increases availability of the meter during battery operation.  LCD brightness (%) 100 - 90 - 80 - 70 - 60 - 50 Display Off (min.) In order to further extend battery operating time, a display shutdown time can be selected.

  • Page 21: Menu - Settings

    MENU – Settings All settings apply to the display at the device as well as the stored measured value file. Where the decimal separator and date are concerned, country specific adaptation may be required in order to assure that the CSV file is read in correctly by the respective software program. Units of Measure Units of measure can be switched from the metric system to the imperial system.

  • Page 22: Menu - Measurements

    MENU – Measurement The measuring range, and thus the sensitivity of the spectrometer, are controlled by means of integration time, i.e. the time during which the sensor collects light. The brighter the light source, the shorter integration time must be, and vice versa. In this respect it must be assured that the sensor is not saturated even during the shortest integration time.

  • Page 23: Menu - Memory

    Dark Adjustment The meter is equipped with automatic dark stream compensation with temperature sensor, which is preset during setup at the factory. Dark adjustment is usually unnecessary within the specified operating temperature range. Dark adjustment can be conducted as follows, but the meter is reset to the factory default value when it’s switched off in order to prevent erroneous measurements.

  • Page 24: Menu - Presentation

    MENU – Presentation The content and the availability of the individual measured value windows can be adapted to the user’s own specific requirements. Spectrum The following settings are available for the “Spectrum” measured value window:  Spectrum Off - Color - Simple Report The individual measured quantities can be shown or hidden for the “Report”...

  • Page 25: Menu - Information

    GOSSEN, which the customer can install to the device himself. After updating the firmware, the meter is then fully up to date. User settings remain unchanged. Updating instructions and new firmware can be downloaded from the MAVOSPEC BASE product page at www.gossen-photo.de.
  • Page 26 The report can then be saved as a PDF file by clicking a button. The current version of the Microsoft Excel file is available for download from the MAVOSPEC BASE product page at www.gossen-photo.de. Practical Tips A broad range of information regarding measured quantities, measuring methods, applications and photometry standards, as well as support in selecting a suitable meter, is included in the Photometry Compendium.
  • Page 27 Factory Calibration The MAVOSPEC BASE with intuitive user interface is one of the most accurate and reliable spectrometers in its class, and reflects the most up-to-date technology available on the market. Like all other precision light meters, this product also requires regular maintenance, recalibration and firmware updates in order to continuously fulfil performance capabilities within the tolerances and specifications stipulated by the manufacturer.
  • Page 28 Error Messages The error messages listed below may appear during operation and are displayed in the information bar. Error Message Situation Cause Elimination Calibration data memory illegible or Faulty calibration data Initial window faulty If this error occurs several times after a restart, please send the meter for repair.
  • Page 29 Technical Data Sensor Technology, Measuring Uncertainty Sensor CMOS image sensor, 256 pixels Diffusor light-entry surface 7 mm diameter Distance, diffuser to surface to be measured 25 mm Error limit, cosine correction < 3% (comparable with the f2 failure of a class B device according DIN 5032-7) 380 …...
  • Page 30 Operation, Interfaces, Memory Display 2.1" TFT color display, 320 x 240 pixels, brightness adjustable from 50% to 100%, shutdown adjustable from 0.5 … 5 min. or off Controls 3 keys, ring controller Languages German, English Interface USB 2.0, data transmission, battery charging, open interface protocol Data storage 4 GB micro SDHC memory card, manual and automatic memory modes, CSV data format, memory occupancy per measurement: 2 kB, per thousand measurements: 2 MB...
  • Page 31 D-90471 Nuremberg, Germany Produktbezeichnung / Product designation: Spektrometer / Spectrometer Typ / Type: MAVOSPEC BASE Der oben beschriebene Gegenstand der Erklärung erfüllt die ein- The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the schlägigen Harmonisierungsrechtsvorschriften der Union, nach- relevant Union harmonization legislation, proven through complete gewiesen durch die vollständige Einhaltung folgender Normen:...
  • Page 32 Printed in Germany - Subject to change without notice GOSSEN Foto- und Lichtmesstechnik GmbH I Lina-Ammon-Str.22 I D-90471 Nuremberg I Germany Phone: +49 911 8602-181 I Fax: +49 911 8602-142 I e-mail: info@gossen-photo.de I www.gossen-photo.de Gossen Foto- und Lichtmesstechnik GmbH...

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