Rhopoint Instruments NG Flex 60 User manual

Thank you for purchasing this Rhopoint product.
Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product and retain them for
future reference.
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
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Operating Instructions

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This instruction manual contains important information about the setup and use of
your Rhopoint NG Flex 60. It is essential that the contents be read before powering
up and operating the instrument.
If this instrument is passed to other users, you must ensure that the instruction
manual is supplied with the instrument. If you have any questions or require additional
information about the Rhopoint NG Flex 60 please contact the Rhopoint Authorised
Distributor for your region.
The technology and components used in the device are based on state-of-the-art
optics and electronics. As part of Rhopoint Instruments’ commitment to continually
improve the technologies used in their products, they reserve the right to change
information included in this document without prior notice.
© Copyright 2016 Rhopoint Instruments Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Rhopoint Novo-Gloss™ and Rhopoint™ are registered trademarks of Rhopoint
Instruments Ltd. in the UK and other countries.
Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their
respective owner.
No portion of the software, documentation or other accompanying materials may be
translated, modified, reproduced, copied or otherwise duplicated (with the exception
of a backup copy), or distributed to a third party, without prior written authorization
from Rhopoint Instruments Ltd.
Rhopoint Instruments Ltd.
Enviro 21 Business Park
Queensway Avenue South
St Leonards on Sea
TN38 9AG UK
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.rhopointinstruments.com
Revision A
April 2016

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Contents
Storage and Handling 3
Accessories 5
Functional Overview 6
Power 7
Switching on the unit 7
Operation 8
Menu Screen 11
Batching Options 12
Setup Screen 13
Calibration Screen 15
Calibrating the Novo-Gloss Flex 60 16
Measurement Screen 18
Pass/Fail Setup Screen 19
Control Screen 20
Bluetooth Communication and Pairing 20
Instrument Setup Screen 26
Maintenance Screen 27
Technical Specification 29

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Storage and Handling
This instrument contains precision optics and electronics. You should avoid
knocking or dropping the device as the resulting impact could cause serious
damage.
In some circumstances the optical components in the instrument could
become misted as a consequence of temperature change. It is recommended
that the instrument is not used until it has stabilised to the ambient
temperature.
Ensure that the instrument is not exposed to moisture, chemicals or any
corrosive vapours.
Do not interfere or place any objects inside the measuring aperture as damage
to the measuring system could occur.
The instrument housing and screen are resistant to a variety of solvents
however it is not possible to guarantee resistance to all chemicals, therefore
the surfaces of the instrument should only be cleaned using a soft, moist cloth.
Prevent exposure of the instrument to direct sunlightfor prolonged periods and
to continuous humidity and condensation.

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About the Rhopoint NG Flex 60
The Rhopoint NG Flex 60 is used to quantify the gloss of difficult to access mid-low
gloss surfaces. The instrument measures using the 60° geometry specified for
measuring mid gloss surfaces 10-70GU.
To improve the measurement performance on low gloss surfaces (0-10 GU) the
instrument has a GUh range: gloss unit high resolution. The GUh range gives x10
resolution and improved repeatability and accuracy on low gloss surfaces. Any
surface from 0-125 GU can be measured using this device.
The GUh low gloss high resolution range uses an additional high gain amplifier for
improved measurement on matt surfaces.

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Accessories
The instrument is supplied as a standard package complete with all accessories
required to calibrate and recharge the unit including:
Rhopoint NG Flex 60 Glossmeter.
Rhopoint NG Flex magnetic measurement adapter.
Rhopoint NG Flex standard adapter.
Rhopoint NG Flex 60 measuring head and remote connecting cable.
BAM traceable high gloss calibration adapter including certificate.
BAM traceable low (GUh range) gloss calibration adapter including certificate.
Cleaning cloth for calibration tile.
BAM traceable instrument certificate.
USB mains charger with four selectable mains input connectors (UK / Europe
/ US / Australia).
USB PC cable.
Quick start operating instructions.
Protective instrument carry case.

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Functional Overview
The instrument is controlled by pressing the relevant touch sensitive button.
Functionality is dependent on whether the instrument is in menu or operate mode as
detailed in the operation sections that follow.
Label No
Function
1
Measurement button
2
High resolution graphic display
3
Up/Down/Left/Right buttons
4
Calibration tile
5
6
7
8
Operate / Enter button
Remote measurement head
Remote measurement button
Magnetic measurement adapter
6
5
3
1
4
7
8
2

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Power
The Rhopoint NG Flex 60 is powered by an integrated high capacity lithium ion cell.
Fully charged the instrument will operate continuouslyfor >17 hours or>20,000
readings.
A mains powered USB charger is provided with the instrument. This will fully charge the
instrument when connected to the unit’s USB input (6) using the USB cable provided in
under 4 hours.
The Rhopoint NG Flex 60 can also be powered and charged using the USB cable
attached to any compatible USB host(e.g. laptop) however due to the lower current
available from these devices the charge time would be a minimum of 6 – 8 hours.
Do not operate the instrument whilst it is charging.
Switching on the unit
To switch on the unit, touch the On/Off button located at the back of the instrument near
the USB socket.
The instrument will display the Rhopoint NG Flex 60 logo and then enter into the home
screen displaying measurement parameters according to the instrument’s default
settings or those previously configured.
Similarly, the instrument can be powered off (dependent on configuration – see
Instrument Setup) by pressing the On/Off button for three seconds.
Label No
Function
6
Mains / USB charger
input connector
7
On / Off button
6
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Operation
The Rhopoint NG Flex 60 has the ability to flip its screens according to its
measurement orientation.
It automatically displays measurement data in either portrait mode:
Or landscape mode:
Note: The Main Menu, Statistics and Main Measurement screen are available in
portrait view. Other menus and graphs can only be accessed when the instrument is
held in a landscape orientation. The flip function is disabled when landscape only
screens are shown and when an on screen prompt is visible.

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When the instrument is switched on and initialised it will display the home screen as
shown below:
In this mode, measurements can be made by simply pressing the measurement
button (1) on the side of the instrument, remote head button (7) or operate button (4)
on the instrument keypad.
Pressing the right button in the home screen the NG statistics screen is shown for
the current batch. Memory must be switched on to access the statistics screen.
Label No
Function
i
Navigation options
ii
Geometry banner
iii
60° gloss measurement
iv
Batch name and number
v
vi
vii
viii
ix
Battery meter
Instrument status and Bluetooth icons
Batch iteration
High resolution 60° gloss measurement (GUh)
Date and time
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i
vi
vii
ii
iii
iv
viii
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