The VX36 is an Automatic Lensmeter which has two major functions, namely, a measuring function (namely the ultraviolet transmission of a lens) and a marking function for marking the optical center. The Automatic Lensmeter also contains the P.D. (pupillary distance) and P.H. (pupillary height) measurements.
To avoid risk of electric shock or bodily injury, do not handle the electrical plugs with wet hands. • To avoid risk of electric shock or fire, make sure the VX36's power cord is not damaged before plugging it into an electrical outlet.
Do not place the VX36 in a hot air current (e.g. above a heater). • Keep the screen surface clean. Protect it from dust, fingerprints, and shocks. • When you switch off the VX36, wait at least 5 seconds before switching it on again. 2.4 Symbols Symbol Description...
3.1List Of Equipment Supplied The VX36 package contains the following items: • VX36 unit • Contact lens holder • Power cable • Dust cover • 1 printer paper roll in the box and 1 roll already installed • User manuel 3.2 Equipment Parts...
Enables to hold and store data Side view Description Printer Prints out readings. For paper-loading instructions, see Loading Paper into the Printer Power button Turns the power supply to the unit on and off Vx36 User manuel Page | 10...
Connects a computer for data collection to the EMR software. 3.3 Installation Procedures Site Requirements The VX36 unit should be placed on a clear table or desktop close to a power outlet, in a clean environment, clear from dust, heavy humidity and light. Unpacking the unit •...
3.4 Turning the unit on and Off To Turn the unit on: On the unit, press the Power Button located at the left side of the vx36 To Turn the unit off: On the unit, press the Power Button located at the left side of the vx36...
4.1 General The vx36 is operated through the application, which the user accesses by touching the touch screen. N° Description Settings To access the screen settings Lens mode button Initiates the Lens mode UV mode button Initiates the UV mode (UV-A)
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Selects the reading mode, either manual or automatic. Measurements mode button Indicates which lens type is selected, there are four choices, it can be progressive lens mode, Normal lens, Auto detection or contact lens mode Vx36 User manuel Page | 15...
Pupillary Distance/Pupillary Height, in this case for the right lens PD/dPH Total PD/ Difference PH between R&L lenses Left Notation Power of the left lens Readout is printable: S: sphere C: cylinder A: Axis Add: add power between near and far vision Vx36 User manuel Page | 16...
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LPD/LPH Pupillary Distance/Pupillary Height, in this case for the left lens Lens Measure Area: Progressive Lens Single vision lens Vx36 User manuel Page | 17...
4.3 Contact Lens Mode This mode allows you to measure the power of contact lenses, to enable it you have to select it in the “Measurement mode button” (CL). And put the contact lens support: Vx36 User manuel Page | 18...
Push on the measurement button (8), the green, blue, and UV transmission level of the lens will be displayed on the screen. To make another measurement switch to the other side of the frame (right or left). Vx36 User manuel Page | 19...
Values of height (height for left lens, delta of height right/left and height for right lens) according to the positions of the cursors (13&15) Cursors to determine the central position of left lens Nose indication to help to center properly the spectacles Vx36 User manuel Page | 20...
➢ Align the right cursor on the mark of the right lens using the buttons (7&8&9&10). ➢ If the border of the spectacles is thick, move up the cursors and rules using (5) button. ➢ Read the PD (11) and height (12). Vx36 User manuel Page | 21...
Values of height for the selected (right or left side) cursor Cursor in the center of concentric circles of 55-66-75mm for the blue circles and 60-70 mm for the black circles. Nose indication to help to center properly the spectacles Vx36 User manuel Page | 22...
➢ Align the left cursor on the mark of the left lens using the buttons (1&2&3&4). ➢ Read the diameter: the good diameter corresponds to the smallest circle which includes the shape of the lens everywhere. ➢ Select right side (6). ➢ Do the same actions. Vx36 User manuel Page | 23...
5.1 Accessing the Configuration Settings The use of the vx36 may be customized through five different settings tabs. To access on the settings button, click on this , it is always located at the top right of the screen. 5.2 Overview of the Configuration Tabs Measurement settings 1 N°...
Measurement settings 2 N° Description WaveLenght Light source wavelength standard choice PD-PH To enable, or not, the measure of the PD Auto R/L To activate the auto side change when you make measurement Auto ADD Vx36 User manuel Page | 26...
Enables to select the interface language Screen Sleep Enables to schedule or not the automatic sleeping of the screen. Brightness Enables to adjust the brightness of the screen. There are 4 choices from weak to strong. Vx36 User manuel Page | 27...
Enables to activate or not the printer. When the automatic mode is selected a printout is automatically generated once a measurement is completed. Time Print Enables to print the time on the ticket. User Print Vx36 User manuel Page | 28...
Device settings Touch it to go to the device screen settings Printer settings Touch it to go to the printer screen settings Export settings Touch it to go to export screen settings Export Settings Vx36 User manuel Page | 29...
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Touch it to go to the first page Directory Enables to choose the directory in the in the device IP you have choose before Vx36 ID Enables to choose the VX36 ID Return Touch it to return at the main measurement screen Measurement settings 1...
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Touch it to go to the measurement screen settings (2) Device settings Touch it to go to the device screen settings Printer settings Touch it to go to the printer screen settings Export settings Touch it to go to export screen settings Vx36 User manuel Page | 31...
• Slowly lower the lens pressing device to fix the lens. • Locate the VX36 nose in the middle of the frame if you wish to measure the Pupillary Distance. 6.3 How do I place contact lenses • Remove the framed lens support •...
Note: if the lens side is specified after measurement, the measured data will be cleared • Align the lens, by moving the lens target to the center of the alignment circle. Note: If you measure framed lenses, make sure the frame touches the lens table. Vx36 User manuel Page | 34...
First measure the far vision area: align the lens, by moving the lens target to the center of the alignment circle and press the Measurement button located on the front of the VX36 (to hold and store the measured data).
First measure the far vision area: align the lens, by moving the lens target to the center of the alignment circle and press the measurement button located at the front of the VX36 (to hold and store the measured data).
In manual mode • Press the measurement button located on the front of the VX36, to hold and store the measured data. Note: in order to be more accurate, move the left and right lens towards the same direction during alignment.
The icon on the left is he selected one. 6.12 How do I change lens type? The vx36 unit automatically detects the lens type, but in order to save some time, you can manually change the lens type. In the configuration screen Click on the settings button The Configuration screen is displayed (refer to Overview of the Configuration Tabs).
The preparation should be done by a technician. > Connection • Connect the VX36 unit to the target device (phoropter, computer) using a serial cable connection or via a wireless connection like: RS-232 cable or RS 232 to Bluetooth adaptor. > Settings...
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Note: the data communication terminal is not isolated from the internal circuits. Connecting inappropriate device(s) with VX36 which do not follow RS-232C protocols, may damage the unit. It is recommended to contact your local distributor before using the data communication terminal.
Troubleshooting You may encounter some of the following common problems while working with the VX36. If you do, try following the suggested solutions listed. If the problem persists and the suggested solution does not remedy it, contact a qualified service representative or your local distributor.
8.3 Loading Paper into the Printer The printer is mounted on the left side of the vx36 unit. If the paper roll is used up, a red line appears on the printer paper.
Touching the Tip may result in damage to the tip of the pen and the dots marked on the lens may not be accurate CAUTION: Fastening the screw too tightly may result in damage to the ink cartridge. Vx36 User manuel Page | 45...
Date of first CE marking 11/2017 9.3 EMC Electromagnetic compatibility The vx36 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the VX36 should assure that is used in such an environment Emission test Compliance Electromagnetic environment –...
IEC 61000-3-3 Electromagnetic immunity The vx36 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or he user of the VX36 should assure that it is used in such an environment Immunity test Test level IEC 60601...
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If the measured field strength in the location in which the VX36 is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the VX36 should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the VX36.
The process occurring when light strikes the surface of separation of two different media such that some is thrown back into the original media. 9.6 Manufacturer LUNEAU TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS 2 rue Roger Bonnet 27340 Pont de l’Arche France Vx36 User manuel Page | 52...
Fax: (+35)1 214 170 227 Linha Verde: 800 205 142 Luneau Technology USA Inc. 224 W James St Bensenville, IL 60106 Tel : +1 800 729 1959 contact.us@luneautech.com Export Technical Support Tél.: (+33) 977556335 techsupport@luneautech.com Vx36 User manuel Page | 53...
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