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Topcon CL-300 User Manual

Topcon CL-300 User Manual

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COMPUTERIZED LENSMETER
CL-300

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL COMPUTERIZED LENSMETER CL-300...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    • UV Transmission Measurement PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL This Instruction Manual covers an overview of the TOPCON Computerized Lensmeter CL- 300, basic operations, troubleshooting, maintenance and cleaning. To ensure the efficient, safe use, read through "DISPLAYS AND SYMBOLS FOR SAFE USE"...
  • Page 4 3. The contents of this manual are correct to the best of our knowledge. Please inform us of any ambiguous or erroneous descriptions, missing information, etc. 4. Original Instructions This manual was originally written in English. ©2012 TOPCON CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........................1 DISPLAYS AND SYMBOLS FOR SAFE USE .................5 DISPLAY ..........................5 SYMBOL ..........................5 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION..................6 HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL ....................7 GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION ................7 USER MAINTENANCE ......................7 CLEANING COVER GLASSES..................7 DISCLAIMERS.........................7 WARNING INDICATIONS AND POSITIONS ................8 COMPONENTS ACCESSORIES ........................9 COMPONENT NAMES ......................10 COMPARTMENT SPACE......................11...
  • Page 6 CHECK ITEMS ........................52 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS .........................53 WITH PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS ..................53 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ....................53 GENERAL INFORMATION ON USAGE AND MAINTENANCE ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS OF USE ................54 STORAGE, USAGE PERIOD ....................54 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR PACKAGING IN STORAGE ........54 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR PACKAGING IN TRANSPORTATION....54 ELECTRIC RATING.......................54 DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT ....................54 SAFETY DESIGNATIONS PER IEC 60601-1 STANDARD ..........55...

  • Page 7: Displays And Symbols For Safe Use

    DISPLAYS AND SYMBOLS FOR SAFE USE In order to encourage the safe use of the instrument and to avoid danger to the operator and others as well as dam- age to properties, warnings are described in the User Manual and marked on the instrument body. We suggest you thoroughly understand the meaning of the following displays/icons and Safety Cautions, as well as read the Manual, and strictly observe the instructions.

  • Page 8: General Safety Information

    To avoid electric shock, DO NOT attempt disassembling, rebuilding or repairing. This instrument does not con- tain any user-serviceable parts. DO NOT remove the instrument covers. Refer servicing to a certified Topcon Service Engineer or qualified hospital personnel. To avoid fire/electric shock, DO NOT install the instrument in a place where it may get wet.

  • Page 9: How To Read This Manual

    For details, see page 49 of this manual. DISCLAIMERS • TOPCON is not responsible for damage due to fire, earthquakes, actions or inactions of third persons or other accidents, or damage due to negligence and misuse by the user and any use under unusual conditions.

  • Page 10: Warning Indications And Positions

    WARNING INDICATIONS AND POSITIONS To insure safety, warning labels are provided. Use the equipment correctly by following the warning instructions. If any of the following labels are missing, please contact us at the appropriate address stated on the back cover. Label Meaning Signification...

  • Page 11: Components

    COMPONENTS ACCESSORIES The following are standard accessories. Make sure that all these items are included (the quantity is indicated in parentheses). Power cable (1) Lens protection pad (1) AC adapter (1) Model name: BPM040S09F02 Silicon cloth (1) Contact lens support (1) Dust cover (1) Printer paper (2) User Manual (1)

  • Page 12: Component Names

    COMPONENT NAMES with PD Back side Nose reset Port cover Power LED Power switch Axis marker lever RS-232C Lens retainer Marking ink cartridge Lens table Lens table lever Lens support MEMORY button AC adapter jack *LAN Printer cover The model without LAN is also provided. •...

  • Page 13: Compartment Space

    COMPARTMENT SPACE A space for keeping the contact lens holder, printer paper, etc. is secured in the back. CONTROL PANEL OPERATION The control panel is a touch screen panel. Do not use any sharp tools; e.g. NOTE ball point pen to touch the screen. To select any relevant item.

  • Page 14: Control Panel Components

    CONTROL PANEL COMPONENTS THE FUNCTION BUTTONS The control panel is designed as a touch screen panel for performing various operations and set- tings. It displays images and shows information, including set conditions and measurement results. SINGLE MODE R button S button Measurement mode Settings button CLEAR button...

  • Page 15: Button Names

    BUTTON NAMES Settings button Displays the SETUP screen. +/- button Used to change the degree (performed when an orange frame is dis- played).     STEP button Used to change the step of the measurement value. (Press it continuously for A:step setting.) Long button press: Prism button Used to change the prism display.

  • Page 16: Lan Access Status

    LAN ACCESS STATUS As for the model with a LAN function, when the "LAN" setup is "ON", a LAN access status is dis- played. LAN access status Blinking : Under a connection check Lighting : Connection OK : Connection NG (Re-connection will be started if tapping.) : Under communication An error message is displayed when LAN access has an error.

  • Page 17: Measurement Screen

    Please note that the target NOTE motion is different from that of Topcon telescopic lensmeters. For axis marking procedures, don't use the target position, instead use the prism value. Refer the instructions on Page 35.

  • Page 18: Result Display

    RESULT DISPLAY When is selected, the display is normal. INITIAL/DISPLAY/NORMAL When is selected, the SCA display is horizontally enlarged. INITIAL/DISPLAY/HORIZONTAL LARGE When is selected, the SCA display is vertically enlarged. The INITIAL/DISPLAY/VERTICAL LARGE graphic moves to the opposite side. COMPONENTS...

  • Page 19: Setup Screen

    SCREEN PRINT DISPLAY: (WHEN ENLARGED) For framed lenses, of which both R and L are memorized, tapping the PRINT button enlarges the SCA of both eyes. To return to the original state, tap the button. The grayed-out buttons are not selectable. •...

  • Page 20: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS INSTALLATION • To avoid fire/electric shock, connect the power plug to a WARNING grounded 3P AC outlet and secure the grounding. • To avoid electric shock, use only the attached AC adapter. • To avoid electric shocks, do not handle the power plug with wet fingers.

  • Page 21: Setting The Paper

    Setting the Port Cover. Etched mark The stop to be fitted first Fit the stop of the figure above to the Fit the stop by pushing main body. After fitting the stop, turn the etched mark. the cover in the arrow direction. Insert the power cable plug into the 3-pin AC grounding receptacle.
  • Page 22 Open the printer cover to its limit. Insert the printer paper in the direction shown below and pull 7-8cm of the paper end out towards you. Bring the paper into the center, then close the printer cover. • Printer feed function: Hold the PRINTER button down. •...

  • Page 23: Region Selection Of The Initial Startup

    REGION SELECTION OF THE INITIAL STARTUP Please select a region in the initial startup of this instrument. • This operation is done only at initial startup. • For an area besides America, Asia, China, Europe and Japan, please NOTE choose the "General". •...

  • Page 24: Using The Instrument

    USING THE INSTRUMENT CHECKING BEFORE MEASURING Check to see that there is no lens on the lens support. Turn on the power switch. The display will appear on the screen in a few seconds. The ERROR screen will appear when there is a lens left on the lens support or dust left on NOTE the cover glass.

  • Page 25: Measuring A Single Focal Lens

    MEASURING A SINGLE FOCAL LENS When the measurement mode button shown is , a single focal lens can be measured. INITIAL/PROGRESSIVE/AUTO INITIAL/PROGRESSIVE/OFF Move the lens and move the target near the center. ALIGNMENT OK will be displayed when the target image center is within the minimum circle (0.5Δ...

  • Page 26: Manual Saving

    MANUAL SAVING: Press the MEMORY button . The flicker-zooming “S” stops in the zoomed in state and the color is changed. (When R/L is displayed, R and L are changed.) • When printing Tap the PRINT button . When connected to a computer, data is transmitted. MEASURING A FRAMED LENS •...

  • Page 27: Measuring A Progressive Lens

    MEASURING A PROGRESSIVE LENS When the measurement mode button is , a progressive lens can be measured. When auto progressive recognition mode is on. INITIAL/PROGRESSIVE/AUTO Discrimination of a single focal lens and progressive focal lens can be done, which is not easily possible with the naked eye.
  • Page 28 For high-power lenses, sometimes the distance vision region cannot be easily detected. In this case, obtain the measurement in the approximate position that is shown on the below diagram, and then press MEMORY button NOTE 10mm approx. For horizontal prism prescription lenses, press the MEMORY button the distance reference point.
  • Page 29 By pressing the MEMORY button , you may manually store the result of the near vision power measurement. NOTE When is selected as the default setting, the INITIAL/FAR MEMORY/OFF result of the near vision measurement is not automatically stored. With this setting, you must press the MEMORY button to save the near vision.

  • Page 30: Measuring Bi-Focal And Tri-Focal Lenses

    MEASURING BI-FOCAL AND TRI-FOCAL LENSES When the measurement mode button is , bi-focal and tri-focal lenses can be measured. INITIAL/PROGRESSIVE/AUTO INITIAL/PROGRESSIVE/OFF Align the distance vision in the center of the target image and press the MEMORY button Move the lens into the near vision region (bi-focal segment). Press the MEMORY button (Near Vision Measurement Start button in this case).

  • Page 31: Measuring Bi-Focal And Tri-Focal Lenses (Measuring The Diopter Power Of Lenses With The Concave Side Up)

    MEASURING BI-FOCAL AND TRI-FOCAL LENSES (MEASURING THE DIOPTER POWER OF LENSES WITH THE CONCAVE SIDE UP) Measurement is possible when the measurement mode is INITIAL/PROGRESSIVE/REVERSE Lens position Screen Set the lens with the concave side down as usual, align the distance vision region, and press the MEM- ORY button Set the lens with the concave side up, align the dis- tance vision region, and press the MEMORY button...
  • Page 32 Put the contact lens on the contact lens support with special tweezers. Tweezers MEASURING A SOFT CONTACT LENS WITHOUT ASTIGMATISM A soft contact lens cannot be accurately measured because of its structure. NOTE Although you can measure a soft contact lens power in following way, consider the results an average and not the exact value.

  • Page 33: A:step Mode

    If there is moisture or dew on the surface when the contact lens is held to the light, put the lens in the special solution again, and repeat the above procedure. Be careful when turning the lens inside out. When in the normal position, the lens looks like a bowl. However, when the lens is turned inside out, the rim looks warped.

  • Page 34: Uv Transmission Measurement

    UV TRANSMISSION MEASUREMENT UV Transmission Measurement is available when the UV button is orange-framed If not orange-framed, tap the UV button to make it orange-framed. Move the lens and move the target near the center. ALIGNMENT OK is displayed when the target image center is within the smallest circle (within 0.5Δ).

  • Page 35: Axis Marking (Cartridge Specifications/Steel Needle Specifications)

    AXIS MARKING (CARTRIDGE SPECIFICATIONS/STEEL NEEDLE SPECIFICATIONS) When using the cartridge, one light touch to the lens will make a clear ink mark. MARKING A LENS WITHOUT ASTIGMATISM Move the lens until the centering mark coincides with the target image completely, and MARK- ING OK will appear.
  • Page 36 MARKING A LENS WITH ASTIGMATISM • Axis marking, maintaining the axis as prescribed Align the target image with the center mark, approximating the axis angle mark to the angle as pre- scribed. Finally, adjust the numerical display of the axis angle A. Before performing alignment, set the auto memory to off.
  • Page 37 MARKING A LENS WITH PRISM POWER • When the prescription is displayed with X-Y (orthogonal coordi- nates) ( INITIAL/PRISM/X-Y Tap the prism button to get the display. Carry out aligning according to the prism value as pre- scribed and as displayed on the screen. ΔI in prism value: Base In ΔO in prism value: Base Out...

  • Page 38: Printing Additional Textboxes (With Printer Specifications)

    PRINTING ADDITIONAL TEXTBOXES (WITH PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS) On the print out with the measurement data, the user can input his own text, such as office name, address, or a special message. The available space is three lines of 24 characters each. Tap the PRINT/NAME/INPUT The text enter screen will appear.

  • Page 39: Setting A Sequence No

    SETTING A SEQUENCE NO. The setting is carried out when writing a sequence No. on the printing paper and transferring the serial No., using RS-232C. Tap the button, and the screen as shown below will appear. INITIAL/SEQ.NO./INPUT Enter numerals and press the OK button. No printing or counting is carried out in case of 0000.

  • Page 40: Measuring Pd (Pd Fitting) (With Pd Specifications)

    MEASURING PD (PD FITTING) (WITH PD SPECIFICATIONS) Select INITIAL/PD/ON Put the spectacle frame onto the nose rest. Nose rest Lens support Align the lens until the marking is OK. It is o.k. if the spectacle frame is horizontal along the lens table line. If the spectacle frame has a camber, align it horizontally.
  • Page 41 PD value When the pupil is on the marking position in the case of a concave of the CL-300 is called the PD/fitting value. lens, a prism is added outside. USING THE INSTRUMENT...

  • Page 42: How To Output Data

    HOW TO OUTPUT DATA OUTPUT USING RS232C This instrument can output data to a PC, etc. via the RS232C interface. Connect the RS232C cable to RS232C OUT. Connect the other end of the cable to the PC, etc. Confirm the set up of the data communication settings. For details, refer to “DATA COMMUNICATION (COMM.)”...

  • Page 43: Setting Functions On The Setup Screen

    SETTING FUNCTIONS ON THE SETUP SCREEN OPERATING THE SETUP SCREEN Various functions can be set on the SETUP screen. PREPARATIONS FOR SETTING Make sure that the power cable is connected. For connection, refer to “PREPARATIONS” on page 18. Turn ON the POWER switch. Tap the SETTINGS button on the control panel.
  • Page 44 OUTLINE OF THE SETUP SCREEN OPERATIONS and select the subject of setting. INDEX Operate the as necessary, and display the page NEXT PAGE button BACK PAGE button to confirm/change. Tap the Current condition button of the item to be changed and find the Options button. Options button Tap the Options button and change the setting.
  • Page 45 TEN-KEY: Tap ten-key on the screen and enter the figure. If there are several windows to enter, tap the window to enter the figure with the ten-key. The setting is complete by tapping Enter window KEYBOARD: Tap keyboard on the screen and enter characters. If there are several windows to enter, tap the desired window, then enter the character with the keyboard.

  • Page 46: List Of Setup Items

    LIST OF SETUP ITEMS Setup items are categorized into 5 large indexes. "INITIAL"..items related to the initial status after power on "PRINT" ..items related to output from the internal printer "COMM." ..items related to data input/output with the external device "LAN".....
  • Page 47 UV measurement is ON UV measurement is OFF   UV STEP 1% STEP UV measurement is ON: Step 1% 5% STEP UV measurement is ON: Step 5% BEEP Buzzer sounds when a measured value is  stored or a button is pushed. Buzzer OFF STEP 0.25...
  • Page 48 Display of button LAN connection is on.  LAN connection is off. IP ADDRESS INPUT Set the IP address of CL-300. 0.0.0.0 Set the subnet mask of CL-300. 255.255.255.0 Set the default gateway of CL-300. 0.0.0.0 • When not used, set 0.0.0.0.
  • Page 49 NOTE For models without the LAN function, LAN connection is not possible. SPECIAL Only use when the resetting to the factory default is required. If the factory default is carried out, clear the setting information of all users. When you tap the "special" tab to display the password entry screen. Enter "FACTORY RESET"...

  • Page 50: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE MARKING INK CARTRIDGE (THE SAME APPLIES TO STEEL NEEDLE SPECIFICATION) To replace the marking ink cartridge, remove the top screw. Pull out the cartridge while applying pressure to it so the spring does not jump out from the inside. Work the lens holder/stopper under the lowered condition.

  • Page 51: Cleaning The Instrument

    SUPPLY OF INK FOR THE STEEL NEEDLE Replenish ink when poor marking occurs. Slide laterally and pull out the inkpot. Slide off the cover from the inkpot. Infiltrate supply ink into the sponge well. CLEANING COVER GLASSES If the glass is dirty as indicated by the arrows, it will affect measure- ment accuracy adversely.

  • Page 52: Before Requesting Service

    BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE CAUTION MESSAGES CLEAN THE COVER GLASS Carry out cleaning of the cover glass. DIOPTER OVER Check to see that the lens is in the measurable scope. PRISM OVER Check to see that the lens is free from any flaw, dust or oil. ERROR Clean both glasses and turn the power on again.

  • Page 53: Lan Error Messages

    LAN ERROR MESSAGES LAN ERROR MODULE NG Module starting is not carried out. LAN ERROR IP ADDR No setup of an IP address. LAN ERROR SOH There is no response, although module starting is carried out. LAN ERROR F1 0001 The form of a communication command is not correct.

  • Page 54: Check Items

    CHECK ITEMS The instrument does not get ready for Re-plug in the power cord. operation even if the power switch is turned on. Operation of a button is not effective. Press and hold the power switch for 10 seconds or more. Power supply cannot be turned off Then, the power supply turns off.

  • Page 55: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Measurable scope S: 0~±25D, C: 0~±10D, ADD: 0~+10D (0.01/0.12/0.25) P: 0~13Δ(horizontal) 0~18Δ(vertical) (0.01/0.12/0.25), A: 1~180° (1°) Cylinder mode MIX/-/+ Prism mode No display / X-Y (Rectangular coordinates) / P-B (polar coordinates) / mm Contact lens Contact lenses are measurable. Progressive focal lens Single focal/progressive lens recognition, distance vision detection, ADD power bar-meter display...

  • Page 56: General Information On Usage And Maintenance

    Do not store the instrument where chemicals are stored or gas is generated. 3. Normal life span of the instrument: 8 years from delivery providing regular maintenance is performed [TOPCON data] ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR PACKAGING IN STORAGE (Product in its normal transport and storage container as provided by manufacturer) Temperature : -20°C to +50°C...

  • Page 57: Safety Designations Per Iec 60601-1 Standard

    Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anaesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide. The CL-300 should be used in environments where no flammable anesthetics and/or flammable gases are present.

  • Page 58: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic emissions The CL-300 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the CL-300 should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions test Compliance Electromagnetic environment - guidance The CL-300 uses RF energy only for its internal function.
  • Page 59 Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic immunity The CL-300 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the CL-300 should assure that it is used in such an environment. IEC 60601 Compliance...
  • Page 60 To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the CL-300 is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the CL-300 should be observed to verify normal operation.
  • Page 61 RF communications equipment and the CL-300 The CL-300 is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are con- trolled. The customer or the user of the CL-300 can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the CL-300 as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.

  • Page 62: Shape Of Plug

    SHAPE OF PLUG Country Voltage/frequency Shape of plug Mexico 110V/50Hz Type C&E Argentina 220V/60Hz Type A Peru 220V/60Hz Type A Venezuela 110V/50Hz Type C&E Type A (Most common) Bolivia & Paraguay 220V/60Hz Type H (Infrequently) Chile 220V/60Hz Type A Colombia 110V/50Hz Type C 220V/60Hz...

  • Page 63: Using The Instrument As A System

    USING THE INSTRUMENT AS A SYSTEM This product can perform data transfer with other devices. For connectable devices and conditions for connection, ask your dealer/service engineer. ON - LINE SYSTEM The data from the computerized lensmeter can be transferred to the instruments through a RS- 232C interface.
  • Page 65 Marked on the rating nameplate. • Period of use: Please inform us of the date of purchase. • Defective condition: Please provide us with as much detail as possible. COMPUTERIZED LENSMETER CL-300 USER MANUAL Rev.5 July 21, 2016 Published by TOPCON CORPORATION...
  • Page 66 COMPUTERIZED LENSMETER CL-300 4202890055 Printed in Japan 1607-100LW...

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