Novo-Curve Manual Index Accessories Options Power The Control Panel Read/select key Scroll up/down Angle change/calibrate/cancel Measuring Gloss Check the calibration Positioning the calibration standard Take a single reading Using the move and read feature Calibration Inspection and Tile Care Inspecting and cleaning the optics...
• Mains cables (UK, EU and USA) Options Replacement BAM Traceable calibration tile • Supplementary calibration/checking tiles • UKAS (ISO17025) BAM traceable calibration/checking tiles • Novo-Curve Cylinder Measurement Jig • Power The Novo-Curve is powered using an external low voltage power supply. - 3 -...
Novo-Curve Manual The Control Panel Read/Select Key The “READ” key has four functions; Power- Press this key to turn the instrument on. Read- In measurement mode press this key to initiate a measurement. Continuous Read- In measurement mode press and hold this key to take a continuous measurement.
Using the move and read feature The Novo-Curve has a unique feature to quickly assess large surfaces for gloss variation. To use this feature PRESS and HOLD the READ/SELECT key whilst in read mode.
Novo-Curve Manual Inspection and tile care It is necessary to inspect the condition of the calibration tile and instrument optics before each calibration. Inspecting and cleaning the instrument optics Any dust or debris on the optic should be blown from the lenses using dry clean air- the optics must not be touched without wearing suitable cotton gloves.
The “C” key can be pressed at any time to abort the calibration process. Measuring a Curved Surface The Novo-Curve is specifically designed to measure curved surfaces; there are two methods to achieve repeatable results. Manual Method- Place the sample to be assessed over the measurement orifice.
Novo-Curve Manual To store this reading in memory, stop depressing the read button or the foot switch. Jig Method- Bespoke jigs can be manufactured which hold a sample in the correct position. They can be accurately located using the grooves around the measurement platen.
Rhopoint supply a range of gloss, semi-gloss and matt tiles to suit all applications. To calibrate the Novo-Curve using a purchased tile, the calibration value in the instrument memory must be adjusted to match the assigned value of the new tile.
Novo-Curve Manual Customising the Novo-Gloss Trio via the hidden set up menu Use the following key combination to access the Novo-Curve set up menu; Press the DOWN KEY whilst simultaneously pressing the C button. SYSTEM SET UP will be shown in the instrument display.
Novo-Curve Manual CONNECTING TO A PC Install the software Place the Novo-Soft mini-cd in the drive of a compatible PC. Depending on the settings of your PC the Novo-Soft Installation program should automatically start, alternatively double click on the Novo-Softinstall.exe icon in the relevant CD drive.
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Novo-Curve Manual Click ‘Install from a list or specific location’ then click ‘next’. Click ‘search removable media’ then click ‘next’. The PC should find the driver and install it from the disc. - 12 -...
Click ‘finish’. The PC will detect another new hardware component, follow the above steps again. Your Novo-Curve is now installed and ready to use. Connect the instrument Connect the instrument to a USB port on your PC with the supplied data cable.
Novo-Curve Manual CONNECTING ADVICE When the instrument has been successfully connected to the PC the auto-power off function is disabled. Measurements should not be made with the data cable plugged into the instrument as R.F. interference may cause inaccurate readings.
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