PITSID NIP CON SMART compact User manual

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Operation Manual
NIP CON SMART
compact
Innovative measuring system for fast adjustment
of the nip width between hard and soft rollers
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1 General Information 5
1.1 Symbols 5
2 Intended Use and Restrictions on Use 6
3 Safety Instructions 6
4 Technical Data 7
5 Measuring Principle 8
6 The Measuring System 8
6.1 Scope of Delivery 8
6.2 Operation and Control Elements, Connections 8
6.3 Sensor 9
7 Operation 9
7.1 Software Installation 9
7.1.1 PC 10
7.1.2 Smartphone 10
7.2 Connecting the System Components 11
Pair PC or Smartphone to Hand-held Device 11
Connect Software to Hand-held Device 11
7.3 Measurement 13
7.3.1 Measurement Preparation 13
Template Simple Measurement 13
Template Roller Diagram 15
7.3.2 Recording the Measured Values 15
Positioning the Sensors 17
7.3.3 Measurement Evaluation and Protocols 18
Evaluation 18
Protocols 18
7.4 Software 18
7.4.1 General Remarks 18
Software Structure 18
Files 22
7.4.2 Search 24
Index
Subject to technical modifications.

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 General Information
These operating instructions support you during the initial start-up, operation and
maintenance of the contact zone measuring system NIP CON SMART compact.
It contains important information, the observance of which ensures safe use. Familia-
rize yourself with this documentation carefully before using the measuring system to
avoid personal injury and material damage. Always keep the documentation close to
the measuring system so that it can be referred to for its entire service life.
Any application that deviates from or uses the measuring system beyond that specified
in the operating instructions shall be deemed improper. Modifications, bypassing or
decommissioning of individual components of the measuring system are prohibited.
If the measuring system is not used as intended, the manufacturer accepts no
liability. General safety and accident prevention regulations remain valid in addition
to these operating instructions.
. Symbols
Warning
Warning
Severe to life-threatening personal injuries can occur
Attention
Attention
Slight to moderate personal injury can occur
IMPORTANT Property damage can occur
Important information for operating the measuring system
NOTE!
Note or tip on using the measuring system
Cross Reference
See also!
Save Label for views, fields, buttons
7.4.3 Measure 25
Lists 25
Action Fields 26
Preview 27
Measured Value Display 28
7.4.4 Protocols 30
7.4.5 Import/Export 30
7.4.6 Create Template 32
Digitalization of the Roller Diagram 32
To Create a Template 32
Edit Templates 33
7.4.7 Settings and Information 34
7.4.8 Help 35
8 Maintenance 35
8.1 Lithium-ion Polymer Battery 35
8.2 Cleaning 37
9 Storage, Transportation 38
10 Repair 38
11 Disposal 38
Attachment 39
CE Declaration of Conformity 39
Warranty 40
Malfunctions 41
Troubleshooting 41
Error Messages 42

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 Intended Use and Restrictions on Use
What is nip width?
In order to transfer ink and fountain solution evenly and in sucient quantities
onto the medium to be printed, pressure between the hard / soft rollers pairs
involved is required. A measure of the pressure is the width of the contact zone or
the contact strip width (NIP width).
The Contact Zone Measuring System NIP CON SMART compact was developed for deter-
mining the NIP width in printing presses. It is used for setting and checking the
inking and dampening unit hard / soft paired rollers.
The diameter of the soft roller can have values between up to 300
mm. The diameter of the hard roller can be any size. It can be used
for a rubber hardness of 20 - 60 Shore A with rubber blanket thick-
nesses of 5 - 20 mm.
The intended use of the measuring system also includes the use of the sensors
supplied by PITSID. The hand-held device is neither water nor dustproof and is
therefore only suitable for use in dry interiors.
IMPORTANT If the application limits of the device are exceeded, sensor failures
and markings on cylinder surfaces can result.
 Safety Instructions
The safety instructions will be supplemented with additional safety information
throughout the text.
Attention
Deviating usage from the intended application can cause property
damage and personal injury.
Attention
Failure to follow these operating instructions can result in property
damage and personal injury.
Attention
Improperly opening individual system components can lead to
property damage and personal injury.
Attention
If safe operation of the device is not possible, the measuring system
must be taken out of operation or not started up. If necessary, secure
the device against unintentional start-up.
Attention
A lithium-ion battery is built into the device. The guidelines for
handling lithium-ion batteries apply..
IMPORTANT The device belongs to protection class II.
The device has degree of protection IP 20.
 Technical Data
Measurement range 0 …35 mm
Resolution 0.1 mm
Scope of application Roller pairing hard/soft
Roller diameter hard: Any size
Roller diameter soft: ≤ 300 mm
Rubber hardness: 20 Shore A ... 60 Shore A
Rubber thickness: 5mm … 20mm
Environmental conditions Temperature: 15°C … 30°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C … 30 °C
Dimensions
(length x width x height)
Hand-held device: 150 mm x 80 mm x 60 mm
Sensor: 140 mm x 22 mm x 3 mm
Protection class IP 20
Weight Total: 1175g
Sensor cable length 1.7m
Power supply
hand-held device
max. 5.0V DC
(Lithium-ion/Polymer 1 cell battery: 3.7 V / 1260 mAh)
Power consumption
hand-held device
max. 300mA
Automatic shutdown After 5 min of operation
System requirements
operating system
Smartphone: starting from Android 7.0 („Nougat“)
PC: starting from Windows 7
Scope of delivery Hand-held device with integrated smartphone (6.6”)
and protective case, two sensors, USB cable, carrying
case, operation manual, installation software

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 Measuring Principle
To determine the contact strip width (NIP width), sensors are positioned between the
rollers to be measured. By creating pressure in the active sensor area, the width of
the contact zone is detected.
This value depends on the roller diameters, the rubber hardness
and the rubber thickness. By entering these roller parameters, these
influences on the contact strip width is taken into account
 The Measuring System
6.1 Scope of Delivery
•Hand-held device with integrated smartphone (6.6”) and protective case
•2 Sensors
•USB-cable
•Carrying case
•Operation manual
•Installation software on a USB stick
The measuring system was checked before delivery. Please check the
delivery for completeness and transport damage after unpacking. In
the event of damage or missing system components, contact the
supplier or manufacturer.
6.2 Operation and Control Elements, Connections
The measuring system is generally operated with a PC or smartphone. Operating and
control elements are an essential part of the software.
The necessary functionality on the hand-held device (Figure 1) was
supplemented by information elements.
1 Sensor jack
2 Wireless link indicator
3 ON/OFF button
4 Charge level indicator
5 Sliding switch for the battery
6 Mounting magnet on the back
(installed inside the housing)
7 USB jack
Fig. 1. Hand-held device
The hand-held device is secured against unintentional start-up
with the slide switch (5) set to OFF during shipping. Set the slide
switch to ON before the initial start-up.
6.3 Sensor
The sensors used are foil potentiometers. The sensors are connected to the jacks (1)
on the hand-held device and measure the nip width in the active sensor area.
(Chapter 7.3.1 Measurement Preparation)
Fig. 2. NIP-Sensor
 Operation
7.1 Software Installation
The necessary software for the smartphone and PC is found on the USB stick. If the
smartphone is included in the scope of delivery, the software has already been
pre-installed.
Active
sensor area
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To run the software on the PC, at least the operating system
Windows 7 is required. At least Android 7.0 ("Nougat") must be
installed on the smartphone.
7.1.1 PC
For installation, the file NIPCON.exe must be copied to the desktop of the PC and
executed once. After starting the software, the folder …/NipCon is created under the
directory C:/User/Public/Public Documents. The folder …/NipCon has the following
structure
Folder Contents
Data Measurement data as a *.csv file
DataExport Export files (PC  mobile device)
DataImport Import files (mobile device  PC)
DataStore Archived measurement data (sorted by year, month and day)
Protocols Measurement data as a *.csv file, which should be printed out as
a report
Service Software configuration settings
Temp Help
Templates Templates as *.txt files and images of roller schemes as *.bmp; *.
jpg files
7.1.2 Smartphone
The software is preinstalled on the smartphone.
Should an installation nevertheless become necessary (system recovery/replacement
of the smartphone), proceed as follows:
1. Copy the installation files Nip.Droid.Nip.Droid-Signed.apk, Gboard.apk to the
internal memory of the smartphone.
2. Execute the Nip.Droid.Nip.Droid-Signed.apk file.
3. Activate in the security settings
 Allow installation of apps from unknown sources.
4. Install the app.
5. Allow the app to access photos, media and files after launch. This is necessary
for data exchange with the PC or hand-held device.
6. Execute the file Gboard.apk.
After opening the app, the internal memory under …/My Docu-
ments/Documents creates only the folder /NipCon. This folder
contains the system files, measurement data and templates.
. Connecting the System Components
A connection between the hand-held device and the user device is required to
control the measuring system.
Known Bluetooth devices are automatically paired. A new pairing is
not necessary
Pair PC or Smartphone to Hand-held Device
1. Switch on the hand-held device by pressing the ON/OFF button.
2. Activate Bluetooth on the device to be paired.
3. Open the list of available devices.
4. Select the hand-held device.
The display name is: NIPCON XXXXX (hand-held device serial
number, 5 digits) (e.g. NIPCON 00600)
5. Pair the hand-held device.
Connect Software to Hand-held Device
Each time the program is started, an automatic attempt is made to establish a
connection between the hand-held device and the software.
The automatic connection attempt can be activated in the start
menu of the smartphone version (app) or under the menu item
Settings and Information of the PC software.
(Figure 3 Establishing a connection)
App PC software
Fig. 3. Establishing a connection

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Connected hand-held devices cannot establish any further connec-
tions.
Newly connected devices are not automatically connected in the PC
software.
How to connect the software and hand-held device in the PC version:
1. Check the connection to the user device
2. Start Nipcon.exe
3. Select the settings and information menu item
4. Remove the checkmark from the control field □ Connect on COM
5. Start the Search COM button
With the action button Search COM, the connection is selected
automatically.
For the connection, the checkmark is set in the control field □
√
Connect on COM.
An activated connection is identified by the green lettering Device
connected ( Connection status).
The status of the connection can also be found in the measured
value display window or the wireless connection indicator (2) on the
hand-held device ( Section 6.2 Operation and Control Elements).
Connection status
Event Status
Software Measurement: Measurement view: Measurement value display
No connection
Software Settings and information
Device connected Active connection
Device disconnected No connection
Event Status
Hand-held device
Active connection
Establishing connection
LED on LED flashing
The hand-held device always tries to establish a connection to the
user device during operation.
. Measurement
7.3.1 Measurement Preparation
The following steps must be carried out before measuring:
1. Switch on all components of the measuring system.
2. Make sure that the hand-held device and the user device are connected.
The wireless link indicator (2) must be continuously lit.
(Section 7.2 Connecting the System Components)
3. Connect the sensors to the sensor jacks (1) on the hand-held device.
The measured values are assigned to the jacks:
• left jack („drive“): drive side (DS)
• right jack („operator“): operator side (OS)
The connection cables have dierent colours in order to easily die-
rentiate the measured values to the corresponding sensor osition.
4. Start the software.
5. In the selection menu, select Measure ( Section 7.4.3 Measure).
6. From the overview, select the template associated with the planned measuring
task (Template Simple Measurement, Template Roller Diagram).
7. Confirm the selection by pressing the Start measuring button.
Template Simple Measurement
The Template Simple measurement is used to measure individual pairs of rollers. It
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It is not necessary to create a template for simple measurements.
The parameters for the measuring points can be entered directly.
The Template Simple measurement oers a good opportunity to
familiarize yourself with the software and the measurement process.
App PC software
Fig. 4. Parameter input Template Simple measurement
Parameter
In addition to the roller parameters, the software also records set-point and tolerance
values for the contact strip width of the roller pairing. Additional information can be
stored by selecting Ask other and save measuring. ( Table of parameters).
Measuring point parameters Additional information
Roller parameters Machine parameters
Diameter1 Machine number
Diameter2 Printing unit
Rubber thickness
Rubber hardness
Comparative values Other
Setpoint NIP width Operator
Tolerance range NIP width Comment
Table of parameters
The parameter input is completed with the Measure or Parameter and measure
button.
By activating □
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Save in template, the entered values are perma-
nently assigned to Template Simple measurement.
Template Roller Diagram
For complex measuring tasks e.g. the roller adjustment on entire printing units or
printing presses can be created with the help of the PC software and can be transfer-
red to the respective mobile device. This makes it possible to prepare a large number
of roller pairs in advance and to use the graphical representation to guide you
through the measuring process.
App PC software
Fig. 5. Entering parameters for the roller diagram template
Machine parameters
The machine number and printing unit must be entered for assig-
ning the measured values to the template of the roller diagram.
This information cannot be changed later!
Additional information can be entered in the operator and comment field. The
parameter input is completed with the Save and measure button.
The parameters of the individual measuring points were already
created when the template was created ( Chapter 7.4.6 Create
Template) on the PC.
7.3.2Recording the Measured Values
After completing the parameter entry, the software changes to the measurement view.
The measurement view shows the list of all measurement points, the preview window
with the roller diagram and the measured value display of the current measured values
(Figure 6 Measurement view).

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Fig. 6. Measurement view
Proceed as follows to record the measured values:
1. Select the desired measuring point in the list or in the roller diagram.
This is now highlighted in colour.
(Details on the list of measuring points and roller diagram Chapter 7.4.3
Measure)
2. Position the sensors between the rollers at the appropriate location in your
machine. Depending on the machine, this can be done by engaging and
disengaging the rollers or in inching mode.
Follow the instructions for positioning the sensor!
3. Check the current measured values.
(Details on the measured value display Chapter 7.4.3 Measure)
4. Set the NIP width to the desired value (set-point).
5. Save the set measured values by pressing the button Save values or the ON/OFF
button on the hand-held device.
After saving the measured values and relieving the sensors, the
program automatically selects the next available unmeasured roller
pairing. Alternatively, the operator can select another measuring point.
The measurement can be interrupted at any time and continued at
a later time.
Existing measured values are overwritten when the measurement is
repeated.
Positioning the Sensors
The sensors must be positioned between stationary rollers. For this purpose, machine
functions such as engaging and disengaging the rollers or running the machine in
creep speed (inching mode) can be used for this purpose.
IMPORTANT When positioning the sensors, an accidental reversal of the drive
and operator side must be carefully avoided.
Warning
Observe the safety regulations of the printing press manufacturer!
Warning
Secure the machine with EMERGENCY STOP during the measuring
process!
When two sensors are used, they should be inserted at the same time, whereby the
sensors must be aligned perpendicularly to the roller contact line. The sensor side
marked with hard side must always face the hard roller.
IMPORTANT
If the sensor is inserted too deeply, it can falsify the measurement
by touching the rollers behind it (bending error) and cause dama-
ge. Observe the indicators for the critical insertion depth by
flashing of the value in the measured value display of the software
control.
Fig. 7. Notifications for critical insertion depth
If the sensors were inserted before the device was switched on or if
they are under pressure after being reconnected, only relieving the
sensors leads to operational readiness.

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•Menu
•Enter parameters
•Lists of measurements, measuring points and templates
•Preview entire measurement task
•Actions fields
•Measured value display
Menu View
Search
Measure
Protocols
Import and Export
Create templates
Settings and
Information
Help
Fig. 8. Software structure of PC-Software
Menu
While the menu is permanently available in the PC version, the smartphone version
does not show the menu.
After the start screen in the smartphone version, you can switch
between the menu items and the views using the Back button in
the action field. ( Action Fields)
7.3.3 Measurement Evaluation and Protocols
Evaluation
The measurement results are automatically evaluated based on the set-point and
tolerance values of the individual roller pairs.
Results and evaluation are shown in the list of measuring points as well as in the roller
diagram and marked in colour ( Chapter 7.4.3 Measure) so that the current status of
the measurement can be recognized quickly even with extensive measuring tasks.
Protocols
The creation and printing of the measurement protocol can be carried out both in
the PC software and in the App. It contains the measured roller diagrams with the
measuring points and associated measured values.
Measurements made with the smartphone can be imported from
the PC. ( Chapter 7.4.4. Protocols; Chapter 7.4.5. Import/Export)
. Software
The software guarantees the functionality of the measuring device. Some functions
are not available in the smartphone version.
Menu PC Smartphone
Search
√
ⅹ
Measure
√ √
Protocols
√ √
Import and export
√
ⅹ
Create template
√
ⅹ
Settings and information
√ √
Help
√ √
7.4.1 General Remarks
Software Structure
The software is menu-driven. The respective view of the selected menu item is
characterized by the following functional fields:
Search
Measure Parameters Measurement view
Protocols
Import and Export
Settings and Information
Create templates Edit templates

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PC software App
Fig. 9. Menu
Parameters
Fig. 10. Parameter input
All entries are only recorded in a reasonable parameter-specific
resolution.
Lists of Templates, Measurements and Measuring Points
List fields provide the selectable items. Associated status information for the list
entries is highlighted in colour ( Section 7.4.3. Measure).
List of available templates List of all measuring points of the selected template
Fig. 11. Lists
In the smartphone version, you can choose between a list and a
roller diagram (geometry view).
Preview of the Entire Measurement Task
The preview window provides an overview of the measurement progress. The colour
coding of the status information and measured values of individual roller pairs are
taken from the list field ( Lists of Templates, Measurements and Measuring Points).
In the smartphone version, you can choose between the roller
diagram (geometry view) and the list.
Fig. 12. Preview of the measurement task
Action Fields
Back
Action
Selection
Charge status measuring system
Action fields are used to process the data selected in the list field.
With the Selection button, the desired function is determined. The changing Action
button executes this. Dierent functions are provided in the dierent views.
(Section 7.4.3 Measure)
The Back button allows you to switch between views.
Input field
After selection, parameters are
entered directly in the parameter
field.
When entering real numbers . or ,
are recognized equally only as a
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With an existing connection between the system components, the
charge status of the measuring system is visualized in the background
of the action field. (Section 8.1 Lithium-ion Polymer Battery)
Measurement Display
The measurement display shows the values of both measurement inputs simulta-
neously. With a symmetrical structure, it combines measured values and additional
information:
Contact position indicator on sensor
Current measured value
DS: Drive side, OS: Operator side
Colored background signals tolerance
compliance
Measured value indicator
Tolerance range
Roller parameters of the measuring
point
Fig. 13. Measurement display showing a chosen measuring point
Error messages are shown in text form. ( Attachment: Error
Messages)
Files
Image, templates and measurement files are the carriers of the dierent information.
These files have their own data format and are summarized in the
NipCon file structure. ( Section 7.1 Software Installation)
Changes (including the file name) or processing the files with other
programs can lead to data loss and/or functional restrictions.
File Names
The program specifies the names and formats of the templates and measurement
files. The image file of the roller diagram defines the name of the template.
(Section 7.4.6 Create Template)
Names and formats of image, template and measurement files
Image Format bmp, jpg
Name Freely selectable (Section 7.4.6 Create Template)
Example HDMXL75.jpg
Content Image of roller diagram
Template Format txt
Name Name of the image file used
Example HDMXL75.txt
Content Measuring point parameters, additional information
Measurement
file Format csv
Name Measuring system_measurement date_time_template_
machine_printing unit_ sequential no.
Example 00401_20191128_075411_HDMXL75 _M229_U5_N33.csv
Content Measured values, measuring point parameters,
additional information
Measuring Time/Archiving
The archiving of the measurement data is based on the time of the measurement
contained in the file name. This is set once when the measurement file is created.
If the file is changed, the original measurement time is always
retained.

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7.4.2 Search
The Search menu item helps you edit and manage your measurement data. It is
only available on the PC.
Fig. 14. Menu window search
The database can be searched in the directories (…\Public Documents\NipCon\
DataStore (archive) and ...\Public Documents\NipCon \Data (measurement data))
or by using the Change button in a freely selectable directory. In addition to the file
name and time of the measurement, the additional information (machine number,
printing unit, operator, comment) can also be search criteria.
Search criteria may contain the search symbols * and ?.
2 Search criteria can be linked using the active link button and or
or.
All search results are listed under measurement data. Additional information about
the search or results selected in the list are displayed in the Information window.
With the help of the action fields, the selected measurement data can now be added to
•the protocol list ( Section 7.4.4 Protocols),
•the current measurement data ( Section 7.4.3 Measure) or
•the export directory ( Section 7.4.5 Import/Export)
for editing.
The search includes all *.csv files in the selected directory
The proper handling of *.csv files is only possible for NipCon’s own
files. (Chapter 7.4.1 General Remarks)
7.4.3 Measure
The Measure menu contains all functions for preparing and performing measure-
ments. The functionality in the views is determined by lists (overview), preview,
action field and measured value display.
View menu Measure Measurement view
Fig. 15 Selected views Measure menu
Lists
The list in the view Measure contains all templates and measurements.
The following information is reflected in the list entry:
•Time of measurement
(e.g. 14.02.2020 07:18:30)
•Printing unit number U: (e.g. 6)
•Machine number or designation M:
(e.g. 232)
•Name of the template used
(e.g. XLx145-7+L)
Example:
The list in the measurement view contains all measurement points defined in a
measurement file. The following information is contained in the list entry:
•Measured values (e.g. 4.0mm)
•Roller names (e.g. Cylinder 1)
•Tolerance (e.g. +-0.5mm)
•Set point (e.g. 4,0mm)
•Measuring point number
(e.g. 8)
Example:
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Status information
Color Status information
Templates and measurements (Measure view)
Blue Template
Blue !!! Incomplete template
Green Completed measurement, all measured values within tolerance
Red
Grey Completed measurement, at least one measured value outside the
tolerance
Light grey Incomplete measurement, not all measurement points processed
Light grey !!! Empty measurement, no measuring points processed
Measurement points (Measurement view)
Green Measured values within the tolerance
Red Measured values outside the tolerance
Purple No measured value saved
Archived measurements are not listed in the list fields.
Using the Search menu, measurements archived in …/NipCon/
Datastore can be added to the current measurement data (…/
NipCon/Data).
Action Fields
Via the selection and action buttons, a measurement template is started or deleted,
older measurements can be viewed, continued, printed, archived or deleted
(Functions).
With the action field in the Measurement view, the current measured values in
the measured value display are saved or the target values and tolerances of the
roller pairing parameters can be changed.
Function Action
Measure view
Start measuring Starts measurement based on a template or continues an
existing measurement
Print measurement Copies the file to the protocol list and opens the protocol
menu
Archive measurement Moves the file from the overview to the archive folder
Delete measurement Deletes the file
Delete template Deletes the file
Measurement View
Save values Saves current measured values for the selected measure-
ment point
Change parameters Opens the parameter window for the selected measure-
ment point
Preview
After selecting a template or measurement from the list, the roller diagram with the
measurement points is displayed in the preview window.
Measured values and status information from the list field are adopted.
The current measuring point is highlighted in color in the measurement view.
In the smartphone version, you can choose between the roller
diagram preview (geometry view) and the list view (Section
7.4.1 General Remarks).
The roller diagram can be moved as desired in the preview
window. If you select it again, the roller diagram will appear
centered again. ( Section 7.4.6 Create Template)
Detailed information on the measurement points can be shown
using the zoom function of the preview field. (Section 7.4.6
Create Template)

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Soft roller
Measurement
point
Hard roller
Measured value Measured value
Drive side Operator side
Rubber thickness
Rubber hardness
Designation
Diameter
Set point
Nr
Tolerance
Designation
Diameter
Fig. 16. Systematic representation of a measurement point and all associated parameters in the
preview window
The (active) roller pairing to be measured can be selected both in the
list and in the roller diagram.
Measured Value Display
Current values and information of the measurement point are displayed and
analysed in the measured value display window. (Chapter 7.4.1 General Remarks)
Fig. 17. Measured value display
If the measured value display window is reddish, there is no
connection to the hand-held device.
Measured Values/Set Point Comparison
In addition to the digital display of the current measured values, the result of the
set point comparison is shown in color in the background.
Set point comparison
Color Result
Software
Yellow Measured value too small (out of tolerance)
Green Measured value (within tolerance)
Red Measured value too large (out of tolerance)
In the event of deviations > 0.5 mm from the tolerance range, the
measured value on the hand-held device is marked with "far too
small" or "far too large".
Sensor Position
The external indicators of the contact position in the window (as "active sensor
area") realistically shows the contact area of the sensors with the rollers (width of
the indicator bar).
IMPORTANT If the critical insertion depth of the sensors is exceeded, touching the rollers behind can falsify the measurement (bending errors)
and cause damage.
When critical use of the sensors is recognized, the indicator bar
turns red.
In addition to critical sensor positions:
• not deep enough
• too deep
• critical insertion depth exceeded
the exceeded measurement range is also shown in red.
Error messages are shown in text form in the measured value display.
(Attachment: Error Messages)

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7.4.4 Protocols
The measurement data can be printed in the PC-software in the menu item Protocols.
Fig. 18. Protocol view of the PC software
All measurement data from the …NipCon/Protocols directory are in the list box.
Additional data can be added to the list in the Search menu
(Section 7.4.2 Search) or Measure ( Section 7.4.3 Measure).
Appropriate processing of measurement data can only be guaran-
teed for NipCon files
The contents of the protocols are the values of the measuring points in the roller
diagram, entered parameters (type, machine number, printing unit) as well as
additional information (operator, comment, time of measurement).
The test protocol can be named individually in the Name input field. All files
marked with a tick in the control fields (□
√
with a blue background) are summarized
in the protocol.
The protocol is displayed in the preview window and can be printed using the Print
selection action button.
In the app, the measured values can be protocolled using action field Print measu-
rement in the Measure view. A specific protocol name can be assigned to the
printout before the protocol is saved as PDF or sent to a printer.
7.4.5 Import/Export
The menu item Import/Export is used for the targeted data exchange between PC
and smartphone. It is only available on the PC.
A direct connection via USB is recommended for data exchange
Fig. 19. Import/Export view
Templates and measurement data must be exported as well as recorded measure-
ment data imported for further processing. The separate directories … /dataimport
(import directory) and … / dataexport (export directory) (Section 7.1.1 PC) allow
easy organisation.
These directories can be viewed using the action buttons of the same name.
Windows Explorer can be started.
▬ Measurement data is copied to the export directory under the menu item
Search (Section 7.4.2 Search).
▬ Templates are transferred with the action button Copy templates to the
export directory
The selected files can be moved from the open export directory to the target folder.
The target folder of the smartphone is the directory ... My Docu-
ments/Documents/NipCon/.
Collected measurement data e.g. from the smartphone, are copied to the import
directory.
Collected measurement data are saved on the smartphone in the
directory ... My Documents/Documents/NipCon/ (Section 7.1.2
Smartphone)
The software continuously scans the import directory and automatically sorts measu-
rement data by year, month and day (the time of measurement) in the directory
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7.4.6 Create Template
The Simple Measurement template is provided by the software after the program
starts.
In the Create template menu item, more complex tasks such as roller adjustments
on complete printing units or printing presses can be prepared. It is only available
on the PC. The starting point is the roller diagram of your printing press
You can find the roller diagrams of your printing press in the
corresponding documentation from the manufacturer.
Digitalization of the Roller Diagram
▬ Photograph or scan the roller diagram with as little distortion as possible.
Permitted image formats are *.jpg und *.bmp
▬ Move the image file to your PC.
The name of the image file defines the name of the template. Do not
use special characters or separators such as _ or - when renaming.
▬ If necessary, crop the image so that only essential information is retained.
To Create a Template:
▬ Open the image of the roller scheme
The action button Open picture in the template view starts
Windows Explorer and enables the selection of the image file of the
roller diagram from any directory.
The picture is shown in the drawing area. While holding down the
mouse button, the image can be moved or zoomed in and out
using the scroll wheel. (Section 7.4.3 Measure)
▬ Trace the circumference of all rollers.
Start with the largest roller of the machine or on the plate cylinder.
By setting 3 points along the circumference, the position and
diameter of the rollers are determined. After setting the 3rd point,
the roller is shown in the picture.
With the left mouse button, a point is set, with the right mouse
button the last set point is undone.
Blue connecting lines between the centers of the circles mark
contact points (possible measuring points), which now appear in
the template preview.
Fig. 20. Creation of a template, geometric representation
▬ Enter the roller diameter of roller 1 of the template.
▬ Use the action button Setup to save the template.
The template file with the same name as that of the picture is
saved („PictureName“.txt).
The saved template file is incomplete with regards to the roller
parameters and cannot yet be used for measurement purposes. It
is marked with !!!.
Edit Templates
You can edit a template in the menu item Create template.
▬ Open the template
Template files are stored in the directory …./NipCon/Templates
( Section 7.1.1 PC).
The action button Open template starts Windows Explorer and
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▬ Change roller parameters, roller rotation directions, descriptions and sequences
of the measuring points
All rollers and contact points in the preview window are actively
linked to the parameter input. Select the roller or contact point
with the mouse pointer and activate the input field with the left
mouse button.
Activated rollers or contact points are highlighted in color.
Only entries within valid limits are taken into account.
The roller rotation direction can be defined in the Description field
by preceding the name with “<” counterclockwise or “>” clockwise.
The rotation direction may only be entered for one roller, preferably
the plate cylinder.
Only contact points defined with a set point and tolerance are
taken into account as measurement points.
▬ Save the changes
Changes to roller parameters and measurement points only become
effective by pressing the respective Save action buttons.
Changes to the measurement order placement are always saved.
7.4.7 Settings and Information
The menu item Settings and Information is used to modify the language and system,
to control the establishment of a connection and to communicate status information.
▬ Language options: German □/English □
√
▬ Establishing a connection: Connect on COM: not active □/active □
√
An active connection is disconnected when deactivated.
The action button Search COM: supports the connection establish-
ment (Section 7.2 Connecting the System Components)
▬ Serial port number: information
The parameter defines the standard serial via Bluetooth connection
▬ Date/time: information (hand-held device)
The action button Set date and time synchronizes the system time
of the hand-held device.
▬ Device number: Information (hand-held device)
▬ Battery capacity: Information on charge status (hand-held device)
▬ Time remaining: Information (hand-held device)
▬ Battery discharge current: Information (hand-held device)
▬ Device temperature: Information (hand-held device)
▬ System battery: Information (user device)
AC denotes the connection of the user device to a continuous
power supply.
7.4.8 Help
In the Help menu item, you will find explanations for handling and operating the device.
The active table of contents provides quick access to help arranged
according to menu items
 Maintenance
8.1 Lithium-ion Polymer Battery
The measuring system is equipped with lithium-ion polymer batteries. These
batteries are low-maintenance and have a long service life when used accordingly.
Please note:
▬ The batteries are charged via standard USB connections.
▬ It is recommended to charge batteries with a remaining charge of 75% to
30% of the battery capacity.
The remaining charge of the hand-held device is monitored. The
battery can only be recharged after it has been discharged to 75%
of the battery capacity (<3.95V).
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IMPORTANT Deep discharge can destroy the battery.
▬ The temperature of the battery during the charging process should not exceed
5… 40°C.
IMPORTANT Extreme temperatures can cause damage. Charging capacity and
battery life are reduced.
The temperature of the hand-held device is monitored. In the
temperature range (<0°C, >50°C), the hand-held device cannot be
switched on or switches off automatically.
▬ During the charging of the hand-held device, the blinking of the respective LED
of the charge status indicator (5) allows monitoring of the charging progress.
When the device is switched off, it may take approx. 20s until the
charging progress is displayed.
▬ After disconnecting the charging (USB) cable, the LEDs on the charging status
indicator light up.
Display on hand-held device Display in the measured value window Battery level
Green >83%
>66%
Yellow >50%
>33%
Salmon red >16%
Red < 16 %
Battery charge level
▬ The hand-held device is in charging mode. It can now be individually switched
ON or OFF.
It switches o automatically after 5 minutes.
The battery level of the measured value display window always
identifies the battery with the lowest remaining charge in the
system (battery level of the measuring system).
▬ Never use a damaged or defective charger (or USB cable) when charging
Warning
Damaged or broken chargers can cause an electric shock!
IMPORTANT Damaged or defective chargers can cause damage to the device.
▬ Removing the battery is not intended for the user.
IMPORTANT Improper opening can damage the device.
If necessary, the manufacturer will replace the battery!
. Cleaning
The measuring system, especially the sensors, should be cleaned when dirty.
Please note:
Warning
The hand-held device is not waterproof and not dustproof
(protection class IP20).
Warning There is danger due to short circuit
IMPORTANT Penetrating liquids can damage the device.
IMPORTANT The use of unsuitable chemicals or solvents can damage the exterior and interior of the device. Note the chemical resistance of the
materials.
Coarse contamination of the measuring system should be avoided.
The smartphone should always be used with the protective case
included in the scope of delivery.
If necessary, clean the sensors (PET/stainless steel) and protective cover (TPU/PC) of
the smartphone with a soft cloth and common, not too aggressive cleaning agents.
Dirt on the hand-held device can be removed with a dry, lint-free cloth.
If the smartphone is still contaminated despite the protective cover, please note the
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 Storage, Transportation
The practical device case included in the scope of delivery ensures that the device
can be transported safely.
Always store the measuring system in a dry place. Avoid strong impacts and vibra-
tions on the device. The general safety instructions for the transport and storage of
batteries apply.
The hand-held device can be secured against unintentional start-up
during transport using the slide switch (9) (Section 6.2 Operation
and Control Elements) (IATA VA967 Teil II).
 Repair
Repairs and service measures to the measuring system may only be
carried out by the manufacturer.
To avoid unnecessary questions, send the device with a short
description of the error to:
PITSID Polygraphische innovative Technik Leipzig GmbH
Mommsenstraße 2
D-04329 Leipzig
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: inf[email protected]
Web: www.pitsidleipzig.com
If the replacement of parts (e.g. sensors) becomes necessary after a longer period of
use, contact the above address
 Disposal
PITSID Polygraphische innovative Technik Leipzig GmbH takes over the disposal of
sent in old devices of the NIP CON SMART compact Measuring System.
In the case of independent disposal, the current safety regulations for the dispo-
sal of lithium-ion polymer batteries must also be observed.
The NIP CON SMART compact Measuring System must be disposed of
as electronic waste in accordance with the applicable laws. PITSID
Polygraphische innovative Technik Leipzig GmbH is registered in the
WEEE directive (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) register
under WEEE reg. No. DE73410149.
Attachment
CE Declaration of Conformity
The PITSID – Polygraphische
Innovative Technik Leipzig GmbH
Mommsenstraße 2
D-04329 Leipzig
as manufacturer and distributor for the product declares:
Name: Contact Zone Measuring System NIP CON SMART compact
Series: 37-0010.0/0
As of device number: KSM-00600
on the basis of
▬EMC Directive 2014/30/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of
February 26, 2014 on the harmonization of the laws of the member states
relating to electromagnetic compatibility
▬Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of
the Council of April 16, 2014 on the harmonization of the laws of the member
states regarding the provision of radio equipment on the market and to repeal
Directive 1999/5/EC
▬RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of June
8, 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical
and electronic equipment
that the product described above corresponds in its design and construction as well
as in the version placed on the market to the provisions of the EU directives menti-
oned. If the product is changed without knowledge from the manufacturer, this
declaration becomes invalid.
Compliance with the following harmonized standards is confirmed:
EN 61326-1:2013: Electrical measuring, control, regulating and laboratory devices
- EMC requirements - Part 1: General requirements