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SPECTROPHOTOMETER CM - 3700A-U INSTRUCTION MANUAL Before using this instrument, please read this manual.
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Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Notes on this Manual • Copying or reproduction of all or part of the contents of this manual without KONICA MINOLTA’s permis- sion is strictly prohibited.
Should liquid or metal objects AC adapter other than those specified by enter the instrument, turn the power KONICA MINOLTA is used, it may result in OFF immediately, disconnect the damage to the unit, fire or electric shock. AC adapter plug from the AC outlet, and contact the nearest Konica Minolta-authorized service facility.
Keep all packing materials (cardboard box, cushioning material, plastic bags, etc.) in a safe place. The CM-3700A-U is a precision measuring instrument. They can be used to protect the instrument from impact and vibration during shipment to Konica Minolta for maintenance.
Power Source • Make sure that the power switch is set to OFF (“ I “) when the CM-3700A-U is not in use. • Always use the AC adapter supplied as a standard accessory (AC-A308) and connect it to an AC outlet of the rated voltage and frequency.
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• The specimen measuring port and integrating sphere are extremely precise components, and great care should be taken to prevent them getting dirty or exposing them to impacts. When the CM-3700A-U is not in use, be sure to attach a target mask to the measuring port to prevent entry of foreign matter.
And store them in the accessory case (CM-A156). • Take care not to leave the CM-3700A-U for a long period of time with a target mask attached. The sample holder may stick to the target mask.
Reflectance measurement ....... 21 The sample holder for measuring the reflectance .. 22 About opacity measurements ......22 Cleaning the CM-3700A-U and Accessories ..23 Zero Calibration Box and White Calibration Plate ... 23 Target Mask ............23 Inside Integrating Sphere ......... 23 Error message ........24...
Zero Calibration Box CM-A155 Used to perform zero calibration for measurement of reflectance. AC Adapter AC-A308 Used to supply power from an AC outlet to the CM-3700A-U. Input: 100 to 240 V 50/60 Hz Output: 8 V 1.5 A Plug design: Center-negative...
SpectraMagic™ NX CM-S100w* This software provides various functions (e.g., data processing and file management) and allows the user to operate the CM-3700A-U using a personal computer. *Ver. 2.6 or later USB Cable (5 m) IF-A22 Used to connect the instrument to...
⑤ Target mask ..........Select a suitable target mask (for 3×5 mm illumination (USAV), 5×7 mm illumination (SAV)) according to the specimen and attach it to the CM-3700A-U. ⑥ USB connection terminal ......Used to connect the instrument to a PC with the supplied USB cable (IF-A21 or IF-A22).
Measurement Procedure c This manual explains how to prepare the CM-3700A-U and how to set a specimen. c The CM-3700A-U is controlled by a PC to perform measurements. c For a description of measuring method using SpectraMagic™ NX (optional), refer to the SpectraMagic™ NX instruction manual.
• The USB communication port of the instrument conforms to USB 1.1. { To connect the instrument to a PC, you need to install the USB driver dedicated to the CM-3700A-U. Install the USB driver supplied with the software that enables connection and operation of the instrument.
CM-3700A-U or the AC adapter, causing a fire or electric shock. If the CM-3700A-U will not be used for a long time, disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet. Accumulated dirt or water on the prongs of the AC adapter's plug may cause a fire and should be removed.
Turning Power ON and OFF WARNING The CM-3700A-U should not be operated if the CM-3700A-U or the AC adapter is damaged, or smoke or strange odors occur. Doing so may result in a fire. In such situations, turn the power OFF immediately, disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet, and contact the nearest Konica Minolta- authorized service facility.
{ When not using the CM-3700A-U, attach one of the target masks or the protective cap to prevent dust entering the integrating sphere. { Take care not to leave the CM-3700A-U for a long period of time with a target mask attached. The sample holder may stick to the target mask.
The white calibration data of the White Calibration Plate are provided under the following of measurement conditions. When the CM-3700A-U is purchased, these data are already set within the instrument. • SAV (Measurement area: 1 x 3 mm, Illumination area: 5 x 7 mm) / Specular component : SCI...
Performing calibration Zero calibration and white calibration is effective only while the Spectrophotometer remains switched on. If it is switched off and then switched on again, both zero calibration and white calibration must be performed before measurements are taken. c The calibration becomes effective only when being performed under six kinds of measurement conditions.
Do not perform measurement with the specimen measuring port directed towards your face. Doing so may cause damage to your eyes . Be careful around openings in the CM-3700A-U. Failure to do so may result in fingers being trapped causing injury.
Do not perform measurement with the specimen measuring port directed towards your face. Doing so may cause damage to your eyes . Be careful around openings in the CM-3700A-U. Failure to do so may result in fingers being trapped causing injury.
Doing so may cause a fire. Do not disassemble or modify the CM-3700A-U. Doing so may cause a fire or electric shock. The CM-3700A-U should not be operated if it is damaged, or smoke or strange odors occur. Doing so may result in a fire.
{ Keep the removed screws and stopper in a safe place. { When widely opening the measurement port baseplate, Stopper install the CM-3700A-U at the edge of desk so that the sample holder does not touch the desk below. Repeat the procedure 2 and 3, and after deciding...
Doing so may cause a fire or electric shock. The CM-3700A-U should not be operated if it is damaged, or if smoke or strange odors occur. Doing so may result in a fire. In such situations, turn the power OFF immediately, disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet, and contact the nearest Konica Minolta-authorized service facility.
NX CM-S100w, optional color ™ management software, to control the instrument. If you see an error message, follow the instructions shown in the table below. If a problem persists, contact the nearest Konica Minolta-authorized service facility. Error Messege Problem / possible cause Action...
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No response from Communication with Turn on the power of the instrument the instrument failed. instrument. • The power of the Check and correct instrument is off. the COM port and • COM port setting communication settings. is incorrect. • Communication settings are incorrect.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If a problem occurs with the Spectrophotometer, please check the following points before requesting service. If the problem continues to occur even after the suggested corrective actions have been taken, contact the nearest Konica Minolta-authorized service facility. Refer Condition...
The flow of measurement is shown below. The geometry of the CM-3700A-U conforms to CIE No.15(2004), ISO 7724/1, ASTM E 1164, DIN 5033 Teil 7, and JIS Z 8722 condition c (diffused illumination/perpendicular viewing system) standards, and offers both di:8°...
The CM-3700A-U allows you to select an illumination area according to the specimen and your application. Illumination area The CM-3700A-U allows you to select a SAV target mask (5 x 7 mm) or USAV (for 3 x 5 mm), according to the specimen and your application.
271 x 274 x 500 mm (10-11/16 x 10-3/4 x 19-11/16 in.) Weight Approx.16.1 kg (35.5 lb.) *1 This instrument is designed only for measuring reflected color. *2 When using Target Mask (SAV) under Konica Minolta standard measurement conditions. The specifications and appearance shown herein are subject to change without notice.
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< CAUTION > KONICA MINOLTA WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE MISUSE, MISHANDLING, UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION, ETC. OF THIS PRODUCT, OR FOR ANY INDIRECT OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS, ETC.) DUE TO THE USE OF OR...
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