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KT-100™ Handheld LIBS Analyzer
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Document Revision B
May 26, 2016

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  • Page 1 KT-100™ Handheld LIBS Analyzer User Manual Document Revision B May 26, 2016...
  • Page 2 OF THIS SITE, EVEN IF RIGAKU ANALYTICAL DEVICES OR AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE THEREOF HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. KT-100, Katana, BLADE, and QuickID are trademarks of Rigaku Analytical Devices, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ....................... 1 Document Overview ......................1 Document Conventions ......................2 Safety and Compliance Notices for the KT-100 Analyzer ............3 Laser Safety and Compliance ........................ 3 General Safety and Compliance ......................5 Safe Operation Notices ......................... 6 Contacting Rigaku Analytical Devices ................... 7 Introduction ......................
  • Page 4 Understanding the Touchscreen and Keypad ..............29 Accessing Main Menu Features ..................31 Using Common On-screen Controls ..................31 Logging Out ........................32 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer ................. 33 Running a System Check ....................33 Preparing a Sample ......................35 Aligning a Sample ....................... 35 Analyzing a Sample ......................
  • Page 5 Choosing the Analyzer’s Language ..................... 87 Specifying Functionality of Quick Launch Keys ................... 88 Syncing Results to a Personal Computer ............91 Connecting a KT-100 Analyzer to Local PCs or Network Workstations ........ 91 Using USB Connections ........................91 Using Wifi Connections ........................92 Logging onto KT-100 Analyzers with a Web Browser .................
  • Page 6 Contents Appendix C. Regulatory Statements ............105 FCC and Industry Canada Statements ................105 Export Regulation Statements ..................105 EC Statements ........................106 European WEEE Recycling and RoHS ................106 WEEE Compliance ..........................106 WEEE Konformität ..........................106 Conformité DEEE ..........................107...

  • Page 7: Preface

    Preface Preface This user manual provides instructions for operating and taking care of the Rigaku Analytical Devices (RAD) KT-100 Handheld LIBS Analyzer (KT-100), which uses Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) to identify a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous metals and alloys. This section includes: Document Overview •...

  • Page 8: Document Conventions

    Preface These sections… Provide… With information about… • Connecting to analyzers with PCs and network Syncing Results to a Personal Computer Owners workstations • Viewing results data on PCs and network workstations • Archiving analyzer data on PCs and network workstations •...

  • Page 9: Safety And Compliance Notices For The Kt-100 Analyzer

    Complete appropriate training about your organization’s procedures and policies for using this analyzer on both known and unknown samples. Ensure that your KT-100 analyzer is set up correctly for analysis of the samples you are testing. Laser Safety and Compliance This section lists laser-specific safety and compliance notices for operating your analyzer.
  • Page 10 Preface When analyzing, each KT-100 analyzer uses a laser-emitting diode to produce a laser beam of specific properties for analyzing samples. Table 4 lists laser properties of the KT-100 analyzer. Table 4. Laser Properties for the KT-100 Analyzer Properties KT-100...

  • Page 11: General Safety And Compliance

    Preface The above MPE and NOHD were calculated in accordance with American National Standard ANSI Z136.1 and the International Standard IEC 60825-1 for Rigaku Analytical Devices by John R. Kretsch, P.E., NCE of Interpro Consulting Engineering, LLC. General Safety and Compliance This section lists general safety and compliance notices for successfully operating your analyzer in various environments.

  • Page 12: Safe Operation Notices

    Preface Safe Operation Notices Failing to consider the following issues while using the KT-100 analyzer may result in harm to the operator or damage to your analyzer. The KT-100 analyzer contains a lithium ion battery pack which has been designed to be safe under normal operating conditions.

  • Page 13: Contacting Rigaku Analytical Devices

    Preface Contacting Rigaku Analytical Devices Contact us between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM Eastern Time Zone (UTC-04:00) for information and assistance: Customer Support Contact Information (English Only) Telephone: +1-855-785-1064 or +1-781-328-1024 Fax: +1-781-328-0119 Email sales: sales@rigakuanalytical.com Email service: service@rigakuanalytical.com Website: http://www.rigakuanalyticaldevices.com...

  • Page 14: Introduction

    • Nondestructive analysis of samples • Long battery life for continuous operation In addition, the KT-100 analyzer’s tested IP 54 rating proves that it is durable for use in the field. Each KT-100 package includes: • KT-100 analyzer Two rechargeable batteries •...

  • Page 15: Top View

    Introduction Top View Figure 1. Top View Analyzer window Active laser warning Right sample alignment line Top sample alignment line Laser warning label Keypad “Tilt-able” touchscreen with serial number on back of screen Power/Enter hard button Front Left View Figure 2. Front Left View “Tilt-able”...

  • Page 16: Front Right View

    Introduction Front Right View Figure 3. Front Right View Right sample alignment line Analyzer window Class 3B Laser warning label Right Quick Launch key Docking station connector Trigger Stabilizer/support Power and Micro USB Connectors Figure 4. Connector Locations Power and micro USB connectors Battery compartment door...

  • Page 17: Accessories

    Introduction Accessories Figure 5. Docking Station Battery charging (indicator red) Analyzer charged (indicator green) Figure 6. Holster...

  • Page 18: Carrying Your Analyzer

    Please consider this when lifting your analyzer. Understanding LIBS Spectroscopy The KT-100 analyzer is a major advancement in the analysis of metals and alloys. It uses Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS)—a type of atomic emission spectroscopy—to identify solid metal or alloy samples.

  • Page 19: What You Can Do With The Kt-100 Analyzer

    What You Can Do with the KT-100 Analyzer The KT-100 analyzer provides a handheld platform for analyzing a wide range of solid metals and alloys. KT-100’s rapid testing and optimized operating parameters make it simple to identify the alloys you encounter.

  • Page 20: Starting The Kt-100 Analyzer

    • Logging Out • Installing or Removing Batteries To operate the KT-100 analyzer, a RAD-supplied battery must be installed in the battery slot accessible through the battery compartment door at the bottom of the analyzer’s handle (Figure 4). When latched, the door secures the battery and keeps large debris out of the analyzer.
  • Page 21 Starting the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 8. Battery Compartment Door and Latch Button Latch button Battery compartment door Press the latch button. The battery-compartment door opens slightly. Manually finish opening the door to access the battery compartment. (Figure When the battery door is open, water, dust, and other contaminants can enter your analyzer.

  • Page 22: Installing The Battery

    Starting the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 9. Battery Compartment with Door Open Installing the Battery The operation of the KT-100 analyzer requires you to install the battery specified in this user manual (see “Electrical Specifications"). To install the battery into an empty battery compartment: Open the battery compartment door (see “Opening the Battery Compartment...

  • Page 23: Removing The Battery

    Do not remove the battery while the analyzer is powered on and analyzing a sample. Doing so can cause system errors, power-up issues, and other software problems. If these occur, return your analyzer to Rigaku Analytical Devices or your local Rigaku representative for repairs. Open the battery compartment door (see “Opening the Battery Compartment...

  • Page 24: Closing The Battery Compartment Door

    Starting the KT-100 Analyzer Closing the Battery Compartment Door To close the battery-compartment door: Position the open analyzer with the analyzer window pointed left and the battery door facing you. If the battery is installed, ensure that it fits into the battery slot (see “Installing the...

  • Page 25: Charging Batteries

    — Charging spark overlays all charge-level icons while charging When the Power Status icon indicates that power is low, charge the battery. Batteries for the KT-100 analyzer can be charged either separately in the docking station or installed in the analyzer. The following subsections provide instructions for: •...

  • Page 26: Charging Installed Batteries With The Docking Station

    Starting the KT-100 Analyzer Charging Installed Batteries with the Docking Station The docking station can also charge batteries for the KT-100 while they are installed in the analyzer (Figure To charge an installed battery: Install a battery into the analyzer (see “Installing or Removing...

  • Page 27: Powering On

    Remove the 12-volt AC adapter power cord from the analyzer’s power connector. Powering On Users can power the KT-100 analyzer when either the battery is installed and charged, or the analyzer is connected to the 12-volt AC adapter and plugged into an electrical outlet. Once powered on, users can log in, accept the laser warning, and operate the analyzer.

  • Page 28: Logging In And Entering Passcodes

    “Logging In and Entering Passcodes”). Logging In and Entering Passcodes For security, the KT-100 analyzer requires users to log in and enter passcodes after starting the analyzer and after ten minutes or more of no analyzer activity. To log in: Ensure that the power on sequence has completed (see “Powering...

  • Page 29: Correcting Passcodes

    Analyzer”) or configuring the analyzer (see “Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer”). Correcting Passcodes When a KT-100 analyzer displays the Incorrect Passcode screen, users must repeat the passcode entry procedure with a valid passcode. To re-enter the passcode: On the Incorrect Passcode screen...

  • Page 30: Reviewing And Accepting The Laser Warning

    Reviewing and Accepting the Laser Warning Because of KT-100’s high-intensity laser, users must review and accept the Laser Warning each time they log into the analyzer. This ensures that all users have needed safety information when operating the analyzer.
  • Page 31 Starting the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 16. Laser Warning Analyze Screen Power status Status bar Clock Screen name Main menu soft button Laser warning Review the on-screen Laser Warning information, and, if necessary, see the “Laser Safety and Compliance” for more information about laser safety.

  • Page 32: Responding To The Power Down Warning

    Analyzer”).  Responding to the Power Down Warning When starting the KT-100 analyzer with a low battery or when the KT-100 analyzer’s battery goes below a 10% charge level during operation, the automatic Power Down warning screen appears (Figure 18).

  • Page 33: Powering Off With Touchscreen Controls

    Starting the KT-100 Analyzer Powering Off with Touchscreen Controls Powering off with touchscreen controls finalizes the current action, logs the current user off, shuts down the software, and powers off the analyzer. To power off with touchscreen controls: From the Analyze or Results screen, select the...

  • Page 34: Using Analyzer Controls

    Starting the KT-100 Analyzer Using Analyzer Controls The KT-100 analyzer has both a touchscreen and a keypad for moving around the screen, viewing data, entering information, and analyzing samples. As a result, users can work with the analyzer: Using the Touchscreen •...

  • Page 35: Understanding The Touchscreen And Keypad

    Starting the KT-100 Analyzer Table 5. Keypad Controls Hard Buttons Key Names Use to… Power/Enter • Power the analyzer (see “Powering On” and “Powering Off”). • Start highlighted on-screen controls or menu items. Arrows: • Highlight an on-screen control or menu item by jumping from one control or menu item to the next.
  • Page 36 Starting the KT-100 Analyzer To … With touchscreen … With keypad … Cancel the current Complete these steps: Touch the on-screen (Cancel) soft action: Press Arrow hard buttons to jump to and button. highlight the (Cancel) soft button. Press the hard button (Power/Enter) to start highlighted control or menu item.

  • Page 37: Accessing Main Menu Features

    Accessing Main Menu Features (Main menu) icon, the Main menu displays the primary Once you power on, log in, and select the features of the KT-100 analyzer (Figure 19). Selecting the features lets you analyze metals and alloys, view results records, and manage system settings.

  • Page 38: Logging Out

    Allows users to customize the analyzer’s results or settings. field Logging Out After operating the KT-100 analyzer, log out to put it into security mode. To log out: After the current activity is complete, select (Main menu) to display the Main menu (Figure 19).

  • Page 39: Operating The Kt-100 Analyzer

    Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Operating the KT-100 Analyzer The KT-100 analyzer lets users of all levels analyze various alloys in a variety of settings. Because the analyzer is durable, water-resistant, and simple to configure, users can work with them in facilities, warehouses, and recycling yards.
  • Page 40 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 21. System Check Screen Make sure the alloy sample has a clean, representative surface at the test point (see “Preparing Sample”), and optimize the sample alignment (see “Aligning a Sample”). When the alloy sample is both clean and aligned, place the analyzer window on the surface of the System Check Alloy sample.

  • Page 41: Preparing A Sample

    Before analyzing a metal or alloy sample, ensure that the representative surface is accessible to the analyzer. This requires cleaning dirt, oil, corrosion, oxidation, paint, and other surface coatings off the spot on the sample you intend to test. KT-100 will accurately identify the alloy composition only when analyzing the bare surface of the sample.

  • Page 42: Analyzing A Sample

    Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Analyzing a Sample KT-100 analyzes metals and alloys in facilities, workshops, and recycling yards. The analyzer measures the sample’s elemental chemistry. It then compares the analyzed data to each alloy Grade Specification (Grade Spec) in the analyzer’s selected Grade Specs naming system (see “Selecting the Grade Specs...

  • Page 43: Using The Drill Down Feature To Analyze Dirty Samples

    Results”). Using the Drill Down Feature to Analyze Dirty Samples Because samples cannot always be easily cleaned, KT-100 analyzers have the Drill Down feature. When enabled, this feature allows the KT-100 to analyze materials through certain kinds of corrosion, oxidation, and sample contamination with its proprietary ablation and detection engine (BLADE™).

  • Page 44: Including Optional Information In Results

    24-hour format. This information specifies the unit, date, and time of the scan. To help sort results on the analyzer and in result files, users may also want to add information to the results on a per-scan basis. KT-100 analyzers provide three types of custom results information:...

  • Page 45: Accessing The Data Entry Menu

    Operating the KT-100 Analyzer • Sample ID – Includes a user-specified sequence of letters, numbers, or symbols both in the results list on the analyzer and in results files. Lot, Purchase Order, and Vendor – Includes user-specified labels, keywords, and names in •...

  • Page 46: Adding A Sample Id To A Result

    Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 27. Data Entry Menu with Specified Values Specified optional result data If needed, add a File Tag to the result filename (see “Adding a File Tag to a Result Filename”). After setting all needed optional result information, analyze the material (see “Analyzing a...
  • Page 47 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer If the current keyboard is awkward, select the (Keyboard) soft button to step through the keyboard options. After choosing a keyboard, select each soft key in the required value of the Sample ID: Select (Capitals) to use capital letters.

  • Page 48: Adding Lot, Purchase Order, And Vendor Information To A Result

    Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 30. Results List Screen with Sample ID Sample ID Result type Adding Lot, Purchase Order, and Vendor Information to a Result If information about the sample lot, the purchase order, or the vendor is required in a result, add values to these items on the Data Entry menu.

  • Page 49: Adding A File Tag To A Result Filename

    Operating the KT-100 Analyzer On the keyboard, select the letters, numbers, and symbols for the value (Figure 32). Figure 32. Purchase Order Numeric Keypad with Value Backspace Purchase Order value Lowercase letters Capital letters Keyboard selector When the value is correct, select (OK).
  • Page 50 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 33. Default File Tag Screen Numbers Text field Keyboard selector Capitals Backspace Using the on-screen keys, select the letters and numbers to add to the result filename (Figure 34). Figure 34. File Tag Screen Filled...

  • Page 51: Viewing Results

    “Analyzing a Sample.” Viewing Results When analyzing samples, the KT-100 analyzer generates and color-codes an MN score for each Grade Spec in the current Grade Specs naming system (see “Analyzing a Sample”): • Green scores are likely matches •...

  • Page 52: Selecting A Result View

    In addition, users can customize both results data and result views (see “Customizing Results Settings”). Selecting a Result View The KT-100 analyzer can show match results, alloy composition data, and a graphic result spectrum (Figure 36) for each result with the Select View menu. The following subsections contain information about: Displaying the Select View Menu •...
  • Page 53 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 37. Select View Menu Result view options From the list, select: Match Result to view the alloy names from up to five matching Grade Specs (see “Viewing  the Match Result”). Composition to view the calculated elemental chemistry for any matches (see “Viewing...
  • Page 54 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 38. Default Match Result Screen with Multiple Matches Result number Result date Alloy names and Grade Specs Possible matches Color-coded MN scores Extended screen icon in Result Views position • For a result with No Match classification...
  • Page 55 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer When finished viewing Match Result: View Composition results (see “Viewing Composition Results”).  View previous results (see “Browsing the Results List”).  Analyze another sample (see “Analyzing a Sample”).  Change the AMC setting to see more or fewer matches (see “Setting the Alloy Match...
  • Page 56 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer • For a result with no matches (Figure 41): No Match classification  Result date  Result number  List of analyzed alloy composition elements  Percentages of sample weight for all analyzed elements  No Range messages because of no matching Grade Spec ...

  • Page 57: Browsing The Results List

     Browsing the Results List The KT-100 analyzer allows all users to browse through the stored results. When browsing results, the default list of stored results is available as the middle, Result List view of the extended results screen (Figure 43).
  • Page 58 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer To browse the results list: With the analyzer powered on, select (Main menu) on the touchscreen, or press the (Main menu) hard button on the keypad. The analyzer displays the Main menu (Figure 19). From the Main menu, select (View Results).

  • Page 59: Filtering The Results List

    Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Filtering the Results List As the collection of results records grows larger, users can simplify locating specific stored results by filtering the results list. To filter the result list: With the analyzer powered on, select (Main menu) on the touchscreen, or press the (Main menu) hard button on the keypad.
  • Page 60 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 45. Date Range Menu Start date End date Extended screen icon in Filters position From the Date Range menu, users can configure the Date filter by: Setting the Date Range Start Date  Setting the Date Range End Date ...
  • Page 61 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 46. From Screen for Start Date Options Month Year Extended screen icon in Filters position Scroll through the lists and select the required settings. When the correct settings are highlighted, select (OK). Using the selected options, the analyzer sets the start date for the results on the Results list screen, and returns to the Date Range menu with the new start date listed below the From menu item.
  • Page 62 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 47. To Screen for End Date Options Year Month Extended screen icon in Filters position Scroll through the lists and select the required settings. When the correct settings are highlighted, select (OK). Using the selected options, the analyzer sets the end date for results on the Results list screen, and returns to the Date Range menu with the new end date below the To menu item.

  • Page 63: Routine Cleaning Of Your Analyzer

    Operating the KT-100 Analyzer Routine Cleaning of Your Analyzer Maintaining a clean analyzer window at the front of the analyzer helps to ensure that analysis issues do not occur. Therefore, periodically clean the analyzer window with a clean cloth or cotton swab and at least 70% Isopropyl alcohol cleaning solutions (optional).

  • Page 64: Using Usb

    Using Usb The KT-100 analyzer includes a Usb feature that uses a RAD-supplied USB cable and browser-based software for viewing and archiving analyzer data on a local PC. The IP address of the Usb feature is set by RAD.

  • Page 65: Using Wifi

    Wifi feature and then connect the analyzer to their local Wifi network. After viewing or archiving the data, they can then save battery charge by disabling the analyzer’s Wifi. Enabling Wifi If users want to archive results data on network workstations or drives, they must enable the KT-100 analyzer’s Wifi feature. To enable Wifi: View the Communications menu (see “Accessing Communications...
  • Page 66 Off”). Configuring New Wifi Profiles When Wifi is On, KT-100 automatically reconnects to the most recently used wireless router within range. If no recent wireless router is in range, the analyzer shows that Wifi is On but not connected in...
  • Page 67 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer When Wifi is enabled, select either: The select network option  The IP address of the current connection  The Available Networks menu shows all compatible networks available in the current Wifi zone, with wireless protocols and signal strengths listed (Figure 50).
  • Page 68 Operating the KT-100 Analyzer When the passkey is complete, select (OK). The analyzer saves the network profile, returns to the Communications screen, and attempts to connect to the specified network with the entered passkey. When the network name appears under Wifi, verify that: (Wifi Connected).
  • Page 69 If a particular network configuration has changed or is no longer need, users can remove the network profile from the KT-100 analyzer. After removing the current profile, create a new profile with updated configuration information to reconnect to that specific network (see “Configuring New Wifi...

  • Page 70: Accessing Bluetooth

    (Left Arrow) hard button to return to the Settings menu.  Select (Main menu) to return to the Main menu.  Use the trigger to operate the analyzer with the new settings.  Accessing Bluetooth The KT-100 analyzer’s Bluetooth feature is currently only available for RAD service personnel.

  • Page 71: Configuring The Kt-100 Analyzer

    Accessing Analyzer Settings Many organizations have various policies and requirements for analyzer configuration and data. As a result, the KT-100 analyzer provides flexible options for formatting both the screens and the results data to meet an organization’s needs. To access analyzer settings: If the analyzer is off, power on (see “Powering...
  • Page 72 Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer Table 9. Categories of Available Settings Category For … Settings Default Values • Selected Naming Results Settings Customizing results data. Rigaku Default System • Alloy Match Criteria 0.50 • Number of Matches • File Tag • Cal Factors...

  • Page 73: Customizing Results Settings

    Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer Customizing Results Settings If the KT-100 analyzer’s results or screens do not match your organization’s needs, change the analyzer’s settings so that results, operation, and communications comply with security and data requirements. To customize analyzer Settings: Access the analyzer settings (see “Accessing Analyzer...

  • Page 74: Selecting The Grade Specs Naming System For Your Region

    Although the default setting is the RigakuDefault library, contact Rigaku Analytical Devices or your local Rigaku representative to see if Grade Spec libraries for your region are available.

  • Page 75: Setting The Alloy Match Criteria

    Setting the Alloy Match Criteria The Alloy Match Criteria (AMC) setting specifies the threshold above which the KT-100 analyzer returns matching results. When comparing analyzed alloy data to Grade Specs in the library specified by the Selected Standard, the analyzer calculates an MN score for each Grade Spec.

  • Page 76: Specifying The Number Of Matches Displayed

    Specifying the Number of Matches Displayed Because some alloys can be quite similar, by default the KT-100 analyzer displays two Grade Spec matches on the result screens. However, some users may want to see only one match, while others may want to see a specific number of possible matches.

  • Page 77: Configuring Cal Factors

    Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer To specify a number of possible matches to display: Access the Results Settings menu (see “Accessing Results Settings”). From the Results Settings menu, select Number of Matches. The analyzer displays the Number of Matches screen that contains a scrollable list of available...
  • Page 78 Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer Therefore, the balance element of the matrix cannot be directly adjusted by Cal Factors settings and the sum total of the result will remain at 100%. In addition, the Cal Factors feature allows users to save both adjustments for multiple elements within an alloy matrix and adjustments for multiple matrixes in a single, named Cal Factors group.
  • Page 79 Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer Viewing the Current List of Cal Factors Groups To view the analyzer’s current list of Cal Factors groups: Open the Results Settings screen (see “Accessing Results Settings”). From the Results Settings screen, select Cal Factors. The Cal Factors screen shows the Add New and None options, and lists currently defined Cal...
  • Page 80 Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 60. Group Options Screen Table 11. Options Available on Cal Factors Group Screens Option For … • De-activating another Cal Factors group. Set Active • Adding the element-level adjustments specified in the current group to alloy matrix results.
  • Page 81 Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer The group’s alloy Matrix List screen shows the group’s current configuration (Figure 61). Add Matrix allows users to adjust results for more alloys (see “Adding Alloy Matrixes to Cal  Factors Groups”). Listed alloy matrixes indicate that element-level adjustments are set for those alloy types.
  • Page 82 Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer Scroll through the list and select a required matrix. The alloy matrix’s Element List screen lists the minor elements of the alloy (Figure 63). Figure 63. Alloy Matrix Element List For each element in the list that requires adjustment : A.
  • Page 83 Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 65. Element List Screen with Cr Cal Factor Adjustment After making all adjustments, select (OK) from the Element List screen. The analyzer saves the new multipliers in the current alloy matrix entry of the open Cal Factors...
  • Page 84 Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer From this screen: (Back) to return to the Result Settings screen. Select  Select Set Active to activate the Cal Factors group (see “Making Cal Factors Groups Active”).  Select Edit to modify the group settings (see “Modifying Matrix Settings in Cal Factors...
  • Page 85 Active Cal Factors group Making Cal Factors Groups Not Active To remove the Cal Factors adjustments from the KT-100 results and get default-level measurements, users must set the active Cal Factors group to None. To set the active Cal Factors group to None: View the current list of groups (see “Viewing the Current List of Cal Factors...

  • Page 86: Optimizing Instrument Setup

    • Specifying Functionality of Quick Launch Keys • Accessing the Instrument Setup Menu When optimizing operation of the KT-100 analyzer, users need to access the Instrument Setup menu. To access the menu: Access the Settings menu (see “Accessing Analyzer Settings”).

  • Page 87: Adjusting Date And Time Settings

    Setting the Time • Accessing Date and Time Settings The KT-100 analyzer lets users set the values and display formats for date and time. To access date and time settings: Access the Instrument Setup menu (see “Accessing the Instrument Setup Menu”).
  • Page 88 Selecting the Date Format The KT-100 analyzer’s available date formats let users adjust the format of dates displayed on-screen and in results records to match either local conventions or an organization’s centralized format requirements.
  • Page 89 Main menu, or use the trigger to operate the analyzer with the new settings. Selecting the Time Format The KT-100 analyzer’s available time formats let users adjust the format of the time displayed on-screen and in results records to match either local conventions, or an organization’s centralized format requirements.
  • Page 90 Main menu, or use the trigger to operate the analyzer with the new settings. Setting the Date On the KT-100 analyzer, users can adjust the date setting to match either the local date conventions or an organization’s centralized date requirements. If the battery is removed and the analyzer is left idle for...
  • Page 91 Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer To set an analyzer’s date: Open the Date & Time menu (see “Accessing Date and Time Settings”). From the menu, select Set Date. The analyzer displays the Set Date screen with the current setting highlighted (Figure 73).
  • Page 92 Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer Setting the Time On the KT-100 analyzer, users can adjust the time setting to match either the local time zone conventions or an organization’s centralized time-zone requirements. If the battery is removed and the analyzer is left idle for more than 30 days, the analyzer may revert to factory defaults and need to be re- adjusted.

  • Page 93: Choosing The Analyzer's Language

    When all changes are complete, select trigger to operate the analyzer with the new settings. Choosing the Analyzer’s Language The KT-100 analyzer lets users choose the language for operating the analyzer and viewing the results records. To choose a language: Open the Instrument Setup menu (see “Accessing the Instrument Setup...

  • Page 94: Specifying Functionality Of Quick Launch Keys

    Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer Specifying Functionality of Quick Launch Keys The Quick Launch Keys allow users to access the most commonly required analysis and results features. Pressing a Quick Launch key allows user to customize analysis results or display a specific result-view specified by the Right Quick Key or Left Quick Key settings.
  • Page 95 Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer Used for… Options Descriptions • Available from all result screens. Results (Continued…) • Displays the first screen of data from the first match in the result record with a Result Number incrementally lower than the Result Number of currently displayed result record.
  • Page 96 Configuring the KT-100 Analyzer Figure 76. Quick Launch Keys Menu Select a Quick Key from the menu. The settings screen for the selected Quick Key lists the available options. Scroll through the list to highlight the required option. When the correct option is highlighted, select (OK).

  • Page 97: Syncing Results To A Personal Computer

    Connecting a KT-100 Analyzer to Local PCs or Network Workstations Users can view the KT-100 analyzer data with a web browser from either a local PC using a USB connection or a network workstation using a Wifi network connection. For this, KT-100 supports recent versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome.

  • Page 98: Using Wifi Connections

    “Connecting a KT-100 Analyzer to Local PCs or Network Workstations”), users can log onto a KT-100 analyzer with a web browser. To log onto a KT- 100 analyzer: On the local PC or network workstation, open a new Web Browser window or tab.
  • Page 99 Table 13. Operator Web Login Information For Username select… For Password enter … Operator User Operator 2 B. When Username and Password are filled, select login. The details for the KT-100 analyzer appear in the web browser (Figure 78).

  • Page 100: Viewing Analyzer Results On A Web Browser

    Viewing Analyzer Results on a Web Browser To view analyzer results on web browser: If necessary, connect the KT-100 analyzer to the local PC or network workstation (see “Connecting a KT- 100 Analyzer to Local PCs or Network Workstations”).

  • Page 101: Archiving Analyzer Results

     results. Archiving Analyzer Results To ensure that results are secure, the KT-100 analyzer allows users to archive results on a local PC or a network workstation. To archive analyzer results Connect to the analyzer with a web browser (see “Connecting a KT-100 Analyzer to Local PCs or...
  • Page 102 Syncing Results to a Personal Computer Next to the displayed calendar month, choose the data format for the results files in the archive (Figure 78): CSV generates a text file with comma separated values for each selected result.  Printable generates a PDF report for each selected result. ...
  • Page 103 Syncing Results to a Personal Computer Download a Summary report for currently displayed date: A summary report is similar to the table on the Results webpage (Figure 78) and includes Result #, Top Match top Match Quality, and detected element data for alloy composition of each result (Figure 81).

  • Page 104: Downloading System Logs For Technical Support

     archive results. Downloading System Logs for Technical Support In addition to results data and Summary reports, users can download and view KT-100 system logs for technical support on either a local PC or a network workstation. Important: Both the Unit Upgrade feature on the Service webpage and the analyzer upgrades and options available on the Library webpage are available only for RAD factory service and technical support personnel.
  • Page 105 Syncing Results to a Personal Computer To download system logs: If necessary, connect to the analyzer with a web browser (see “Connecting a KT-100 Analyzer to Local PCs or Network Workstations”). From the default Results webpage (Figure 77), select (Service).

  • Page 106: Basic Troubleshooting

    Viewing Analyzer Status Information • Verifying the Analyzer Serial Number Viewing Analyzer Status Information To simplify maintenance, set up, and troubleshooting, the KT-100 analyzer monitors runtime status information. To view analyzer and runtime status information: If the analyzer is off, power on (see “Powering...

  • Page 107: Verifying The Analyzer Serial Number

    (Main menu) to return to the Main menu. Verifying the Analyzer Serial Number When troubleshooting the KT-100 analyzer, you may need to verify that the serial number listed on the analyzer settings Instrument Status menu matches the hardware serial number on your analyzer’s Serial Number label.

  • Page 108: Appendix A. Operating Specifications

    Appendix A. Operating Specifications Appendix A. Operating Specifications This appendix provides specifications you must review before operating the KT-100 analyzer. It includes: • Optical Specifications • Physical Specifications Electronics and Data Processing Specifications • Environmental Specifications • Electrical Specifications •...

  • Page 109: Electrical Specifications

    Appendix A. Operating Specifications Specification Value Maximum Altitude 2000 meters Electrical Specifications Name Value Internal Battery 7.2V Li-Ion, 6.2Ah, 45Wh Battery life 5+ hrs. at 25°C, rechargeable KT-100 12V DC, 1A Docking Station 12V DC, 3A...

  • Page 110: Appendix B. Statements Of Compliance

    The KT-100 analyzer has been tested in compliance with the IP rating system defined by the IEC 60529 standard and has received a rating of IP 54.

  • Page 111: Appendix C. Regulatory Statements

    Regulations. Export of this technical information to foreign persons or foreign companies, within or outside the United States, may require prior written authorization by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security. Contact Rigaku Analytical Devices prior to such a transfer.

  • Page 112: Ec Statements

    (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC. It is marked with the following symbol: Rigaku Analytical Devices has contracted with one or more recycling or disposal companies in each European Union (EU) Member State, and these companies should dispose of or recycle this product. For further information, contact Rigaku Analytical Devices or your local representative.

  • Page 113: Conformité Deee

    Electroniques (DEEE). Il est marqué par le symbole suivant: Rigaku Analytical Devices s’est associé avec une ou plusieurs compagnies de recyclage dans chaque état membre de l’union européenne et ce produit devrait être collecté ou recyclé par celles-ci. Pour de plus...

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