Oxford Instruments X-MET8000 Series User manual

X-MET8000 Series Operator’s Manual

Contents
The X-MET8000 Series...............................................................................................5
The X-MET8000 Series Components..............................................................................................................................5
The X-MET8000 Series Features.....................................................................................................................................6
X-MET8000 Series Software Features.............................................................................................................................6
The X-MET8000 Series External Connections.................................................................................................................7
Service Reminder...........................................................................................................................................................7
Safety First!..............................................................................................................8
Safety Symbols..............................................................................................................................................................8
Caution X-Rays...............................................................................................................................................................8
Caution Beryllium...........................................................................................................................................................9
Caution Lanyard Use......................................................................................................................................................9
X-MET8000 Series Safety Features.................................................................................................................................9
How To Operate The X-MET8000 Series.....................................................................11
The Power On/Off and Home Button............................................................................................................................11
The Touch Screen.........................................................................................................................................................11
The Virtual Keyboard....................................................................................................................................................12
The Menu Screen.........................................................................................................................................................12
The Status Bar.............................................................................................................................................................13
The Tools Menu............................................................................................................................................................13
Take The First Measurement....................................................................................14
Switch On The X-MET8000 Series................................................................................................................................14
Add A Sample Name....................................................................................................................................................16
Use Correct Application................................................................................................................................................17
Take A Measurement....................................................................................................................................................18
The Results Screen.......................................................................................................................................................20
Delete A Poor Measurement.........................................................................................................................................21
Print Result From Result Screen To Bluetooth Printer...................................................................................................21
Switch Off The X-MET8000 Series................................................................................................................................22
Advanced Measurements.........................................................................................23
Average A Batch Of Measurements..............................................................................................................................23
Sample And Batch Names............................................................................................................................................23
Which Method?............................................................................................................................................................23
Applications Make Analysis Easy..................................................................................................................................24
How Long For A Measurement?....................................................................................................................................26
Add The Sample And Batch Names..............................................................................................................................27
Choose An Application.................................................................................................................................................27
Set The Measurement Time.........................................................................................................................................29
Check The Status Bar...................................................................................................................................................30
Set The Batch Size.......................................................................................................................................................31
Take Averaged Measurements......................................................................................................................................32
The Average Results Screen.........................................................................................................................................32
Search The Results History..........................................................................................................................................33
Delete Results in the Results History...........................................................................................................................36
Generate a Report to USB Memory Device..................................................................................................................37
Generate a Report To a Printer.....................................................................................................................................39
Generate a Report to a Network Share........................................................................................................................41
Pass/Fail Measurements...........................................................................................44
Set Pass/Fail Mode to Match Grade..............................................................................................................................44
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Set Pass/Fail Mode to Match Spectra............................................................................................................................46
Take Pass/Fail Measurements.......................................................................................................................................48
Pass/Fail Result Screen.................................................................................................................................................49
The X-MET8000 Series User Manual and USB Driver ..................................................50
Save The X-MET8000 Series User Manual and USB Driver ..........................................................................................50
Operation With A PC................................................................................................52
Connect To A PC And Login..........................................................................................................................................52
About The Report Generator........................................................................................................................................54
A Custom Report................................................................................................................................................55
Create A Report..................................................................................................................................................57
Wireless Connectivity..............................................................................................62
Wireless Connections...................................................................................................................................................62
Connect the X-MET8000 series to a company network......................................................................................65
Add A Broadcast Wi-Fi Connection.....................................................................................................................65
Add A Hidden Wi-Fi Connection..........................................................................................................................69
Wireless Printing..........................................................................................................................................................74
Configure A Printer.............................................................................................................................................74
Print A Test Page................................................................................................................................................77
Generate a Report To a Printer...........................................................................................................................78
Wireless File Transfers..................................................................................................................................................80
Configure Network Share Settings.....................................................................................................................80
Write Test File To Network..................................................................................................................................81
Generate a Report to a Network Share..............................................................................................................82
Automatically Save Results to Network Share...................................................................................................84
Operation With A PC.....................................................................................................................................................86
Connect To A PC And Login................................................................................................................................86
VNC connection to the X-MET8000 series....................................................................................................................88
Configure VNC Server Settings..........................................................................................................................89
Setup a VNC connection on a PC.......................................................................................................................89
Control the X-MET8000 series using an iPad................................................................................................................91
Setup an iPad to control the X-MET8000 series..................................................................................................91
Control the X-MET8000 series using an iPad......................................................................................................93
X-MET8000 Series Settings......................................................................................97
Set The Date And Time................................................................................................................................................97
Set The Language........................................................................................................................................................99
Add Feature License...................................................................................................................................................100
Activate a Restricted Feature License........................................................................................................................102
Carry Out Safe Measurements................................................................................104
Handle The X-MET8000 Series Carefully....................................................................................................................104
Safe, Reliable Measurements.....................................................................................................................................105
Use The Correct Accessory.........................................................................................................................................107
Battery Usage............................................................................................................................................................109
Maintenance and Troubleshooting..........................................................................110
Recommended Daily Maintenance.............................................................................................................................110
Check The Battery Charge Levels....................................................................................................................110
Check The Proximity Sensor.............................................................................................................................110
Recommended Weekly Maintenance.........................................................................................................................111
Check The Alloy CRM Sample..........................................................................................................................111
Battery Maintenance..................................................................................................................................................111
Check The Battery Charge Level And Remove The Battery.............................................................................112
Charge The Battery..........................................................................................................................................113
Mains Adapters For The Power Supply ............................................................................................................114
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Use The Battery And Power Supply Safely.......................................................................................................114
Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................................................115
Location Of The Serial Number........................................................................................................................115
Unexpected Loss Of Power...............................................................................................................................116
The X-MET8000 Series Cannot Make A Measurement......................................................................................116
The Protective Film Window Is Broken..............................................................................................................116
The X-MET8000 Series Is Damaged.................................................................................................................117
Recertification............................................................................................................................................................117
End Of Life.................................................................................................................................................................117
Resale, Loss Or Theft.......................................................................................................................................117
Disposal Of The X-MET8000 Series..................................................................................................................117
Technical Specifications.........................................................................................118
Technical Specifications, X-MET8000 Series...............................................................................................................118
Technical Specifications, Battery................................................................................................................................118
Technical Specifications, Battery Charger..................................................................................................................118
Technical Specifications, Power Supply......................................................................................................................119
Taiwan NCC Notice.................................................................................................120
EC Declaration of Conformity, X-MET8000...............................................................121
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The X-MET8000 Series
These are the main components and features of the X-MET8000 series, and the external connections
to it.
The X-MET8000 Series Components
The X-MET8000 series includes a rugged transit case as standard. This contains the following items:
1. X-MET8000 series analyser
2. Slot for optional light radiation shield
3. Slot for optional background plate
4. Battery Charger
5. Power Supply and adapters
6. Battery x2
7. Cutout for USB stick, Check sample(s) and
optional radiation shield
8. USB cable
9. Slot for lanyard
10. Light stand
The included accessories depend upon the version of the X-MET8000 series. The background plate,
light radiation shield, light stand and safety shield are optional accessories. The Power Supply includes
international plug adapters.
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The X-MET8000 Series Features
These are the main features of the X-MET8000 series.
1. Measurement window
2. Proximity window
3. Hot surface protection
4. Power On/Off and Home button
5. Proximity and X-Ray On indicators
6. Touch screen display
7. Trigger
8. Battery cover, Labels inside the battery cover.
9. Battery cover release
10. Ring for lanyard
11. Connector cover
The label under the battery cover includes safety information and the instrument's serial number.
Open the connector cover to setup the external connections.
Check both batteries before use. Refer to: Battery Maintenance on page 111.
X-MET8000 Series Software Features
Some features of the X-MET8000 series depend on the selected variant and license.
The X-MET8000 series device might not include features such as camera, GPS, Bluetooth and WiFi
capability. These are optional features that can be purchased through licensing.
Available languages also depend on the purchased variant.
Features can be activated by uploadable license files, some features are also available as temporary
licenses for evaluation use.
A License can be Permanent or Restricted. Possible restrictions are time and use-count.
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The X-MET8000 Series External Connections
The X-MET8000 series has four external connections that are underneath the display. Open the plastic
connectors cover to access them.
1. USB A connector.
2. DC supply connector.
3. Extension connector.
4. USB Micro-B connector.
1 2 3 4
Use the USB Micro-B connector to connect the X-MET8000 series to a PC with the USB cable. Use the
USB A connector for a USB memory device. Use the DC connector to connect the Power Supply to
charge or power the X-MET8000 series.
Only use the provided Power Supply to charge or power the X-MET8000 series device and batteries.
The use of an incompatible power supply and/or charger might result in damage or personal injury.
Do Not connect generic devices to the extension connector.
The extension connector is designed only for X-MET8000 series accessories like the bench top stand
and is not compatible with any generic consumer devices regardless of similar appearance. Connecting
incompatible devices to the extension port might damage the X-MET8000 series and/or the device(s)
connected to it.
Service Reminder
The X-MET8000 series will show a pop-up notification when the annual instrument maintenance is
due.
The X-MET8000 series device requires proper maintenance to ensure safe and accurate measurement
results. The X-MET8000 series will display a Contact Service message when service or maintenance
is due. Please contact your local Oxford Instruments service point to schedule service for your device.
Failure to properly service the X-MET8000 series can result in personal injury or loss of performance.
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Safety First!
The X-MET8000 series is designed to meet rigorous safety requirements, and is safe to operate in
accordance with these instructions.
If the X-MET8000 series is used in a manner not specified by Oxford Instruments, the safety features
of the X-MET8000 series can be impaired.
Many regulatory organizations require each customer to register the X-MET8000 series. The local
Oxford Instruments representative can assist with the specific regulatory requirements.
The X-MET8000 has regulatory approval as Type Number: XMDS 2770.
Safety Symbols
These symbols appear on the X-MET8000 series and in the documentation.
Caution; X-Rays: This symbol is a warning about X-ray generation.
Caution; X-Rays (Ca): This symbol is a warning about X-ray generation for use in Canada.
Caution; Toxic Material: This symbol is a warning about the presence of toxic material.
Caution; Electricity: This symbol is a warning about the presence of electricity.
Caution: This symbol provides a general warning.
Caution X-Rays
The X-MET8000 series generates X-ray radiation when it is energized.
Caution; X-Rays: Do not misuse or abuse the X-MET8000 series because of the risk of direct
exposure to X-ray radiation above permissible levels. Prolonged direct exposure to X-ray radiation
can cause serious personal injury.
Contact the local Oxford Instruments representative for advice about X-ray radiation, or for X-ray
safety training.
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Caution Beryllium
The detector has a thin beryllium window. Beryllium is a toxic compound, however, the beryllium
window poses no health hazard when it is intact.
Caution; Toxic Material: Do not puncture, break or damage the beryllium window in any
way. This can produce airborne particles. Prolonged inhalation of beryllium can cause cancer.
Do not allow the detector to come into contact with moisture, or condensation from high humidity.
This can corrode the beryllium window, in particular if chlorine, sulphates, copper or iron is also present.
Contact the local Oxford Instruments representative for advice about beryllium, or if the beryllium
window is pierced, broken, damaged or corroded.
Caution Lanyard Use
The X-MET8000 series includes a lanyard. This is only applicable for use at ground level.
Caution: Do not use the X-MET8000 series lanyard as a safety lanyard for work at height
because of the risk of a fall. This can result in serious personal injury.
The anchor for the lanyard on the underside of the X-MET8000 series is applicable for use with a tool
safety lanyard for work at height.
X-MET8000 Series Safety Features
The X-MET8000 series includes these 10 key safety features to protect the operator.
Power Button And Indicator
Safety Feature: Press and hold the Power button for 5 seconds to switch the X-MET8000
series on or off.
Password Protection
Safety Feature: An operator must have the correct password to use the X-MET8000 series.
Safety Feature: The supervisor can change the passwords.
Proximity Sensors
Safety Feature: The sample must cover the proximity window before the X-MET8000 series
can generate an X-ray beam.
Safety Feature: When the sample covers the proximity window, the proximity indicators
change to orange.
Safety Feature: The X-MET8000 series switches the X-ray beam off if there is no return signal
from the sample.
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Trigger And X-Ray On Indicators
Safety Feature: An operator must pull the trigger for the X-MET8000 series to generate an
X-ray beam.
Safety Feature: The X-Ray On indicators blink red when the X-MET8000 series generates an
X-ray beam.
Safety Feature: If one of the X-Ray On indicators fails, the X-MET8000 series will not generate
an X-ray beam.
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How To Operate The X-MET8000 Series
Use the power On/Off and home button and touch screen display to operate the X-MET8000 series.
The touch screen display includes a virtual keyboard to type text and numbers. There is a Menuscreen
and a status bar to access the main functions and the configuration, and a Tools menu can appear
for some screens.
The Power On/Off and Home Button
1. Home button
2. Power button
Press the Home button to immediately leave the current screen and cancel
an operation.
Home button
The symbol on the Home button is lit white when the X-MET8000 series is on.
Press and hold the Power button for 5 seconds to switch the X-MET8000 series
on or off.
Power button
The symbol on the Power button is lit white when the X-MET8000 series is
on.
The Touch Screen
Use these finger movements to control the X-MET8000 series.
FlickSlideTap
•Tap a button or arrow to select or activate it.
•Press and Slide to scroll a list up or down.
•Flick a screen to left or right to display the previous or next screen.
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The Virtual Keyboard
Use the virtual keyboard to type text into a text box. Tap the character, and it will pop up above the
other keys. Release the character, and it appears in the text box. Tap the arrows on either side of the
text box to move the cursor to the left or right.
The Menu Screen
Tap Menu in the bottom right of the screen and the Menu screen appears. This gives access to the
main functions of the X-MET8000 series.
The Menu screen is always available. Tap Menu, and then tap Home to immediately leave the current
screen and cancel an operation.
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The Status Bar
Tap the status bar at the top of the screen and the status bar screen appears. This contains information
about the configuration and provides quick access to these settings. The status bar is always available.
1. Method name
2. Measurement time
3. Proximity indicator
4. Time
5. User level
6. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
7. Battery level
The user level is shown as:
•Operator: two people
•Supervisor: one person
The Tools Menu
When available, Tools appears in the middle at the bottom of the screen. Not every screen requires
a Tools menu. Tap Tools to make the Tools menu appear. The function of the Tools menu varies with
the screen that it supports. These are two examples.
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Take The First Measurement
The X-MET8000 series has factory settings which are applicable to many measurements. It is a good
idea to give each sample a name, because it is easier to find it in the results history if it has one.
Follow these instructions to take the first measurement.
Remember that the ‘Safe, Accurate Measurements With The X-MET8000 Series’ manual contains
important safety information, as well as guidance for accurate measurements.
Switch On The X-MET8000 Series
Take the X-MET8000 series out of the transit case, verify that there is a battery in the X-MET8000
series and that the battery has sufficient charge, then follow these steps to switch on the X-MET8000
series.
1. Press and hold the Power button until it is lit.
The X-MET8000 series powers on, and the Safety screen appears.
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2. Tap Login in the bottom left of the Safety screen.
The Login screen appears, with the numeric keypad.
3. Tap the numbers to type the password.
The factory settings are:
•Operator: 1111
The supervisor should change the passwords. Refer to the X-MET8000 Series Supervisor’s Manual.
4. Tap Done.
The main screen appears. If the Proximity Safety Sensor has been disabled a warning message is
shown. The Proximity Safety Sensor can be re-enabled by tapping Yes.
If it is necessary to set the date, time or language, refer to: X-MET8000 Series Settings on page
97.
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Add A Sample Name
Follow these steps to name the sample.
1. Tap Menu, and then tap Sample Name.
The Sample Information screen appears.
2. Tap Set Sample Name.
The Set Sample Name screen appears, with the virtual keyboard.
3. Use the virtual keyboard to type the Sample Name, and then tap Done.
4. Tap Done again to return to the main screen.
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Use Correct Application
The application defines how the X-MET8000 series analyses the sample. Make sure that the selected
application is appropriate for the sample.
1. To select an application, tap Menu, and then tap Method.
The Operator user is presented with a list of available applications
The Select Application screen appears.
2. Tap on a application to select it.
The selected application has a checkmark next to it.
3. Tap Done to return to the main screen.
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Take A Measurement
Follow these steps to measure the sample.
1. Carefully hold the X-MET8000 series so that it touches the sample, and that both the proximity
and measurement windows are covered.
Do not press the X-MET8000 series into the sample.
The proximity indicators on the X-MET8000 series body lights up orange and the proximity indicator
on the screen changes to orange.
2. Pull and hold the trigger firmly.
The X-ray On indicators blinks red.
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3. Keep the X-MET8000 series upright and steady during the measurement.
Use both hands to hold the X-MET8000 series and keep them away from the sample.
The Results screen refreshes approximately every 2 seconds.
4. At the end of the measurement time, the X-MET8000 series makes a ‘ping’ sound. Release the
trigger to stop the measurement.
The measurement stops, and the X-MET8000 series displays the result.
It is possible to release the trigger and stop the measurement before the ‘ping’ sound.
Follow these steps again to make the next measurement.
Flick the screen to left or right to access other results.
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The Results Screen
The Results screen has this information.
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1. Hide material grading
2. Sample name
3. Grade ID
4. Match level
5. The number of potential matches
6. Elements list
7. Measurement unit
8. Statistical measurement error
9. Grade specification limits
Tap on the arrow to hide or show the material grading.Hide material grading
This is defined in Add A Sample Name on page 16.Sample name
The grade or trade name for the sample. Tap the arrow on the left or
right of the grade ID to display the next or previous possible match.
Grade ID
‘Good Match’ or ‘Possible Match’.Match level
There can be more than one match for the sample. The best match is
always shown first.
The number of potential
matches
Tap on any of the column headers to sort the result by that parameterColumn headers
The chemical symbol. If an element has a red background it is because
it is outside the required limits for that grade.
Element
The measurement unit, for example % (percentage) or PPM (parts per
million).
% or PPM
Sorting by either Elements or Concentration is possible.
This indicates the precision (2 sigma) of the measurement. The lower
the +/- value, the greater the precision.
+/-
The required limits for the grade.Limit
Tap on any of the column headers to sort the result by that unit.
It is possible to view Fixed elements on the normal result screen. Fixed elements are listed after
measured elements and separated by a horizontal rule and the text ”Fixed elements:". If an element
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