Lovibond TG 60/268 Assembly instructions

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TG 60 / 268
938240 Version 1.0
Operator Instruction Manual
Lovibond® Colour Measurement

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Safety Instructions
Attention. The instrument is a safe device. Before operating, please
read the safety instructions and comply strictly with the following
terms to avoid unexpected damage. We shall not be liable for any
damage from incorrect operation.
Battery
The instrument contains a built-in battery. Please use the original
one. Do not insert other batteries. This may damage the
instrument.
Do not disassemble, remove or heat the battery.
Once fully charged, please unplug the external power supply.
Please charge the battery every two weeks if the instrument is not
being used to avoid damaging the battery.
For the first three times, please charge the battery fully to ensure it
reaches its optimal state.
External Power Source
Please use the original power adapter to charge the battery to avoid
the chance of shortening the battery life or causing it to explode.
Please unplug the external power source if you are not using the
instrument for some time.
Gloss Meter
Do not use the instrument in an inflammable or explosive
environment.
Do not disassemble the instrument which may cause damage or an
explosion.
Please stop using the instrument if you smell something burning.
Send it back to the repair centre.

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Table of Contents
Safety Instructions .............................................................................................. 2
Table of Contents................................................................................................ 3
1.0 Introduction.................................................................................................. 4
2.0 External Features .......................................................................................... 6
3.0 Operating Instruction.................................................................................... 7
3.1 Turn on/off ..................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Calibration......................................................................................................8
3.3 Measurement............................................................................................... 10
3.4 Connecting to PC.......................................................................................... 17
3.5 Printing.........................................................................................................18
4. System Function Description......................................................................... 18
4.1 Data Management....................................................................................... 18
4.2 Mode Selection............................................................................................. 24
4.3 Mode Parameter.......................................................................................... 24
4.4 Angle Selection............................................................................................. 29
4.5 Tolerance Settings........................................................................................ 29
4.6 Function Setting ...........................................................................................30
5. Routine Maintenance.................................................................................... 31
5. Technical Specifications ................................................................................ 32
6. Sales Offices.................................................................................................. 33

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1.0 Introduction
The gloss meter complies to IS0 2813 (International Standard).
The gloss meter features a large, interactive touch screen and QC
software. It is easy to use, stable in its performance and accurate
in measurement
Advantages
1. Large touch screen (3.5inch), high resolution (480*320), full-view
display.
2. Complies with ISO 2813, ASTM D 523, GB/T 9754 standards.
3. Aesthetic design perfectly combined with ergonomics structure.
4. Three measurement angles (20°, 60°, 85°) can measure
simultaneously (multi angle gloss meter).
5. Three operating modes, multi-function settings.
6. QC software with powerful extending function.
7. Input standard data manually, easy to operate.
8. High hardware configuration with multiple innovative
technologies.
9. Auto power-off function to save electricity consumption.
Cautions
The gloss meter is a precise measuring instrument. Please avoid
dramatic change of external environment when measuring. Those
changes include the flickering of light, a rapid change in
temperature and / or humidity.
Keep the instrument balanced. Make sure the measuring aperture is
held tight to the test sample, and do not shake or shift it when
measuring. Please prevent the gloss meter from any knocks or
bangs. This instrument is not water-proof. Do not use it in an
environment of high humidity or mist.

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Keep the instrument clean. Avoid dust, powder or solid particles
entering the measuring aperture and accessories.
After use, please turn off. Keep the instrument and calibration
plate in the instrument case.
Users may not make any changes to the instrument without
permission since that may affect the measuring accuracy or even
damage the instrument.

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2.0 External Features
LCD Screen: Touch Screen Display to
measure data and instrument
settings. Switch/Measure
button: Press
LCD Screen: Displays measurement data and instrument navigation
buttons.
Switch/Measure Button: Press the button for 3 seconds to turn the
gloss meter on and off. Press the button quickly to take a
measurement.
Indicator Light: When turning on, this displays green. After start-up,
the light turns off. When power is low or the instrument is charging,
it will display a red light. Fully charged will show green.
USB interface: The instrument automatically recognizes the
connection status. The USB interface is used to transfer data to a
PC. It can also be used to connect the power adapter to a computer
to charge the gloss meter (specification: 5V, 2A). The RS-232
interface is used to connect to the printer.
Protective Cover (Calibration plate): This protects the measuring
aperture. The built-in calibration plate is used for instrument
calibration.
Note: To separate the protective cover from the instrument, refer to
LCD Screen
Switch /
Measure Button
Protective Cover
(Calibration Plate)
Indicator Light
RS 232 /
USB Interface
Figure 1: Features

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Figure 2. Hold the instrument with one hand, and remove the cover
by gently pulling the “Open” mark. You only need to separate it
from one side. Do not separate it from two sides.
Figure 2: Separation Method
3.0 Operating Instruction
3.1 Turn on/off
Press the switch button for 3 seconds to turn on the instrument.
The LCD screen will display the boot logo. After a few seconds, it
will automatically enter into the measurement interface as shown in
Figure 3. Press the switch button again for 3 seconds, the
instrument will turn off.

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Figure 3: Standard Mode Measurement
3.2 Calibration
In the screen shown in Figure 3, click “Menu” to the main menu as
shown in Figure 4.
Select “Calibrate” to enter into Calibration mode as shown in Figure
5.
OK Back
Note: The single angle
gloss meter does not
have this selection
option. The substitute
option is basic mode
average measurement
Figure 4: Main Menu
Figure 5: Sub-menu Interface for Calibration

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3.2.1 Calibration
Click “Calibrate”, it will remind you to install the calibration plate.
Make sure the calibration plate is installed correctly on the
instrument. Click “OK” or press the measurement button to start
calibration.
If the instrument is being used in an unstable environment (such as
extreme or variable temperatures, altitude and humidity), a
calibration must be carried out.
In order to ensure accuracy, always use the original standard plate
for calibration. Any dust on the standard plate will affect the
accuracy of the calibration. Keep the standard plate clean. The
standard plate is a precise optical component. Please do not leave it
under strong lights. Environmental factors will have an effect on the
gloss value of the standard plate over time. It is therefore
recommended that it is returned to the factory or a qualified local
National Institute of Metrology for calibration yearly.
Note:The SN (serial number) corresponds to the internal number of
the instrument. In the calibration interface, it will show the
“Calibration Plate Number”. It is important to note this if you are
working with more than one gloss meter.
3.2.2 Change Calibration Values
Click “Change Cal. Values”. The user can select between “Change
20° cal. Value”, “Change 60° cal. Value” and “Change 85° cal. Value.”
Note: Extreme caution should be taken when operating in this
menu. It is normally recommended that these values should be
modified by the manufacturer or a qualified metrology institute.
These calibration values only need to be modified when they differ

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from the values of the actual calibration plate. Before modifying,
please back up the original values.
3.3 Measurement
The instrument has three measurement modes: “Basic Mode”,
“Statistical Mode” and “Continuous Mode”. These can be selected
in the Main Menu per Figure 6.
Basic Mode: This is a basic test that provides a single measurement.
The results will be saved automatically each time. This data can be
used as the standard in Statistic Mode. It can display 5 sets of test
data simultaneously.
Statistical Mode: This provides a statistical evaluation and can
measure a single sample multiple times. If the “difference” switch is
selected, it displays the variance to the sample standard.
Continuous Mode: Continuous measuring times can be set to 99.
Interval times can also be selected. When the “Test” button is
pressed, the instrument will start to measure automatically
according to the settings.
Figure 6: Mode Selection

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If the “Test” button is then pressed during the measurements, it will
pause or finish the current measurement. This mode is used to
measure large sample areas and evaluate the consistency of large
sample areas.
The instrument has three measurement angles: 20°, 60° and 85°.
These can be selected by clicking “Mode” in the Main Menu or the
icon to enter the interface as shown in Figure 7.
Note: The single angle gloss meter does not have this option.
Figure 7: Angle Selection
3.3.1 Basic Mode Measurement
This mode also provides an average measurement function per
section 4.3.1.
1) Single angle measurement in Basic Mode: e.g.: 60°. Press the
“Test” button. The instrument will measure the gloss value under
60°, as shown in Figure 8.

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Select “Basic Mode” at the top of the screen. It will enter the
average measurement interface.
“T005” at the top left of the screen represents the number of the
current measurement. The number begins with the letter “T”. The
icon is a shortcut key for angle selection (note: not available
on the single gloss meter). “16:33” and “2015.10.23” represent the
time and date respectively.
“T001-T005” are the numbers of the five measurements. “T102316”
is the default name of the measured record. It is made up from
“T”+”month”+”day”+”hour”: so T102316 would represent a basic
record measured on October 23 at 16 hrs.
If any record is clicked, a dialog box will appear with two options
“Delete Record” and “Edit Name” as shown in Figure 9. If “Delete
Record” is selected, a warning box will appear per Figure 22. Click
“Ok” to delete this record.
Note: On the single angle
gloss meter, this icon will
only show one angle and
cannot be selected.
Figure 8: Single Angle Measurement Under Basic Mode

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If “Edit Name” is selected, it is possible to modify the name. There is
a limit of eight characters (only numbers or letters) as shown in
Figure 23.
Click “Delete” in the lower left corner to delete the current record.
“60°” means the current measurement is under angle 60°.
The last record, “66.3” in yellow, is the current test data.
Click “Menu” in the lower right corner to enter the main menu
interface.
2) Multi-angle measurement in Basic Mode will display a screen per
Figure 10 (Note: the single angle gloss meter does not have this
function).
Figure 9: Dialog Box
Figure 10: Multi Angle Measurement in Statistical Mode
Figure 9: Select Edit Name to enter the Operation Interface

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3.3.2 Statistical Mode Measurement
1) Statistical Mode: A single angle measurement is shown in Figure
11.
Click “Statistics Measure” at the top of the screen to enter the
statistical mode parameter settings.
“S006” represents the record number of the current measurement
which begins with the letter S.
The icon is a shortcut key for angle selection (Note: not
available on the single gloss meter).
“6/6”: The first “6” means the 6th measurement has been taken.
The second “6” means the statistical measurement time is 6 (see
section 4.3.2 for how to set times for measurements). Once all the
measurements have been taken, the values will automatically be
saved as a complete statistics record.
Note: On the single angle
gloss meter, this icon will
only show one angle and
cannot be selected.
Figure 11: Single Angle Measurement Under Statistical Mode

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“75.2” represents the last measured value.
“74.8，76.1，72.9，1.5，-0.4” represent average value, max
value, min value, standard deviation and difference value
respectively.
Standard Deviation: The formula is
Difference: The difference between the sample and the target
value.
Result: “Pass” means the sample is qualified and the result is within
the tolerance range. “Fail” means the sample is not within the
tolerance range (please see section 4.5 for Tolerance Setting).
On completion of the current measurement, the record can be
deleted by selecting the “Delete” button.
Note: the standard value, standard deviation and difference will
only display when the difference switch is activated.
2) Multi-angle measurement in Statistical Mode. As shown in Figure
12, the angles are: 20°, 60°, 85°. (Note: not available for single angle
gloss meter.)
Figure 12: Multi-Angle
Measurement in
Statistical Mode

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“T003 44.5 75.2 89.8” is the standards value of the Statistics
Measurement: T003 is the standard’s record number, 44.5 is the
value under angle 20°, 75.3 is the value under angle of 60°, 89.8 is
the value under the angle of 85°.
3.3.3 Continuous Mode
Single angle measurement: as shown in figure 13.
Selecting “Continuous Measure” at the top of the
Select “Continuous Measure”. The screen will open for the
continuous mode parameter settings.
“C006” is the current measurement number which begins with the
letter “C”. The icon is a shortcut key for angle selection.
(Note: not available for the single angle gloss meter.
“C102316” is a default name for the measurement record. It is
made up of “C”+”month”+”day”+”hour”. “C” means continuous
record. “102316” means it was measured on October 23 at 16 hrs.
The record name can be modified by selecting the record name. It
accepts a maximum of 8 characters (numbers or letters), as shown
in Figure 23.
Note: On the single angle
gloss meter, this icon will
only show one angle and
cannot be selected.
Figure 13: Continuous
Mode – Single Angle
Measurement Mode

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2) Multi-angle measurement in Continuous Mode. As shown in
Figure 14, the angles are: 20°, 60°, 85°. (Note: not available for
single angle gloss meter.)
3.4 Connecting to PC
On the Main Menu, select “USB Comm” to enter the interface
shown in Figure 15. Follow the instructions to connect the
instrument to a PC. Use the USB cable to connect the instrument to
the PC first. Click “OK”, the instrument will start
“Communicating...”. It is then possible to control the instrument
through the software. (Precondition: please install the software on
the PC correctly. The software and installation instructions are on
the CD itself).
Figure 14: Continuous Mode – Multi Angle Measurement
Figure 15: Communicating to a PC

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3.5 Printing
An optional printer is available for the gloss meter. Simply connect
the instrument to the mini printer and it will automatically print the
data when measuring.
4. System Function Description
4.1 Data Management
In the Main Menu, select “Data” to view the data management
screen as shown in Figure 16. Data management is mainly for
checking and operating the records.
Data Manage
OK
4.1.1 Check Record
Select “Check Record”, to view Basic, Statistical and Continuous
records as shown in Figure 17.
Figure 16: Data Management
Figure 17: Check Record

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Records can be checked in single angle mode, double angle mode
and three angle mode. Select the shortcut icon to select
preferences, as shown in Figure 7. (Note: not available for single
angle gloss meter).
1) Check Basic Record
There are 5 records displayed on the screen. When angle 60° is
selected, the view will be per Figure 18. When all three angles (20°,
60°, 85°) are selected, the view will be per Figure 19.
16:35 2015.10.23
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Note: On the single angle
gloss meter, this icon will
only show one angle and
cannot be selected.
Figure 18: Single Angle Record in Basic Mode
Figure 19: Three Angle Records in Basic Mode

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Records can be checked by clicking “↑” and “↓”. When a record is
selected, it will be highlighted in yellow as per Figure 20. On release,
it will enter the operation interface as shown in Figure 21.
Select “Operate” to edit the last record.
Delete Record: Select “Delete Record”, a warning box will appear as
shown in Figure 22. Click “OK”, to delete the selected record. Click
“Back” to prevent deletion.
Edit Record Name: Select “Edit Name” to edit the current record
name (maximum 8 characters). On completion, click “OK” to save.
Figure 20: Select Basic Record
Figure 21: Basic Record Operations