Sartorius TopMix2.Touch TM02-X User manual

TopMix2.Touch
User Manual

INTRODUCTION
The TopMix2.Touch scale incorporates the newest paint scale technology with
full computer functionality, providing a convenient and space-saving mixing
environment.
This booklet provides step-by-step instructions to assemble and begin using your
TopMix2.Touch scale. Before you begin the assembly, please carefully read this
entire section. If you have any questions before, during or after the scale
assembly, please call ColorNet®Support at 800-634-2614, Monday through
Friday, 7:30 am to 5:45 pm CT.
Listed below are the two types of TopMix2.Touch scale users. Please determine
which user you are and follow the appropriate instructions.
Option 1: TopMix2.Touch scale with a new ColorNet®computer system
If you purchased a new ColorNet computer system with your TopMix2. Touch
scale, you need to complete ALL of the scale assembly procedures in this booklet.
Please proceed to the Checklist section.
Option 2: TopMix2.Touch scale only (Used with your existing computer system)
If you only purchased a TopMix2.Touch scale and are connecting it to your
existing equipment, you only need to complete the following scale assembly
sections.
1. Checklist TopMix2.Touch Scale Only
2. Scale Location and Operation
3. TopMix2.Touch Assembly Procedures
4. Connecting the Cables to the TopMix2.Touch
5. Connecting the Cables to the TopMix Converter Box
6. Connecting the Cables to the Computer
When you are nished with these sections, please call ColorNet Support. We will
assist you with the remaining assembly procedures since each user’s assembly
will be different due to different equipment.
After you have assembled the scale, the sections titled Scale Operation,
Shortcut Keys and Helpful Hints and System Shutdown contain useful
information for operating your TopMix2.Touch scale.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHECKLIST................................................................................................ 7
SCALE LOCATION AND OPERATION.......................................................... 8
WARRANTY AND SERVICING.................................................................... 8
TOPMIX2.TOUCH ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES............................................. 9
Connecting the Cables to the TopMix2.Touch.............................................................9
Connecting the PMA.Evolution Scale (if applicable)............................................... 10
Connecting the Grounding Cables ................................................................................. 10
Connecting the Cables to the TopMix Converter Box............................................ 11
Connecting the Cables to the Computer..................................................................... 12
TERMINAL OPERATION ............................................................................................. 13
SHORTCUT KEYS AND HELPFUL HINTS ................................................. 14
Fast Retrieval for ColorNet............................................................................................... 14
Select a Size ........................................................................................................................... 15
Initializing the Scale............................................................................................................ 15
Icons and Shortcut Keys .................................................................................................... 16
Additional Helpful Hints .................................................................................................... 16
Using the Touch Screen Keyboard................................................................................. 17
SYSTEM SHUT DOWN ............................................................................. 18
COLORNET SUPPORT ............................................................................. 19

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CHECKLIST
The rst step is to carefully unpack the boxes and conrm that you have all of
the following items. After you have unpacked these items, save your boxes and
packing materials in case you have any future servicing needs. Please read the
enclosed Sartorius TopMix2.Touch manual for general information and specic
operational procedures.
Note: For either conguration, you must provide the PMA scale and standard
cables.
Option 1: TopMix2.Touch Scale with a New ColorNet Computer System
The kit includes the following items. To complete the assembly procedures,
you will need your PMA scale and cables.
TopMix2.Touch control unit
Computer
TopMix converter box
20-meter blue cable
(3) Grounding cables
Sartorius TopMix2.Touch manual
Miscellaneous documentation
DVI-VGA 10-foot cable
Protective cover
15-foot USB
(2) Power cables
Surge protector
Stylus
(2) Mounting brackets with (4) screws
Windows®DVD
PMA communication cable
(Not needed for PMA.Evolution)
Option 2: TopMix2.Touch Scale Only
If you are connecting your TopMix2.Touch scale to your existing computer, you
should have the following items. To complete the assembly procedures, you will
need your Windows®DVD and your PMA scale and cables.
TopMix2.Touch control unit
TopMix converter box
20-meter blue cable
(3) Grounding cables
TopMix2.Touch manual
Miscellaneous documentation
DVI-VGA 10-foot cable
Windows®DVD
Protective cover
Power cable
Stylus
(2) Mounting brackets with (4) screws
PMA communication cable
(Not needed for PMA.Evolution)

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SCALE LOCATION AND OPERATION
It is important to select a stable and secure location in your mixing area for the
TopMix2.Touch control unit. The control unit and PMA scale are explosion-proof
and can be used in the mixing area. However, the computer, converter box, surge
protector and printer are not explosion-proof so they must be placed outside the
mixing room. The TopMix2.Touch control unit can sit on a table or be mounted to
a wall.
Note: Do not expose your TopMix2.Touch system to extreme temperatures,
moisture, shock, blows or vibration. Sartorius, the manufacturer of the TopMix2.
Touch scale, recommends storage temperatures of: +32°F to +104°F (+5°C to
+40°C).
Warning: Install the converter box so that heat build-up within this unit is
prevented. Do NOT install this unit in a switch cabinet or any other location
that has poor ventilation. If you plan to install more than one converter box,
do not stack them.
WARRANTY AND SERVICING
Sartorius, the manufacturer of the TopMix2.Touch scale, provides a 2-year
warranty on the TopMix2.Touch control unit and converter box based on the
point of sale. The warranty only covers manufacturer defect and not normal wear
and tear.
If you have any service or performance concerns with your TopMix2.Touch scale,
please contact ColorNet Support. We will assess your concerns and contact
Sartorius on your behalf, if necessary.
Warning: Do not attempt to repair anything on the scale on your own.
This will void the warranty.

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TOPMIX2.TOUCH ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
The TopMix2.Touch assembly procedures consist of connecting the cables to the
TopMix2.Touch, converter box and your computer. Many of the components have
been identied with labels to assist you with these procedures. Below is a
diagram of how the TopMix2.Touch, PMA.Evolution scale and its components are
connected. The following sections are step-by-step procedures on how to make
these connections.
Note: If you are not using a PMA.Evolution scale, your configuration will be
dierent. Please call ColorNet Support at 800-634-2614.
Connecting the Cables to the TopMix2.Touch
To help conserve space, you can mount your TopMix2.Touch on a wall or another
stable area.
1. Locate the TopMix2.Touch control unit, PMA.Evolution scale and the blue
20-meter cable.
2. Select a stable location inside your mixing area for the TopMix2.Touch and the
PMA.Evolution.
3. Place the control unit in the selected location in your mixing area. You will
need to turn the scale during the assembly so make sure that you have
enough room.

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4. Take one end of the blue 20-meter cable and
connect it to the back of the TopMix2.Touch
as seen in (Figure 1). Tighten the connection
with your ngers.
5. When nised, locate the mounting brackets
and screws to attach to the control unit. It
can be mounted to a wall or another stable
location.
Connecting the PMA.Evolution Scale (if applicable)
1. Locate the PMA link cable and the PMA Ex-link
converter box.
2. Insert the Ex-link cable plug into the socket on
the back of the PMA.Evolution scale.
3. Lay the link cable through the cable holders on
the back of the scale.
4. Select a location outside your mixing area
for the PMA Ex-link converter box. To help
conserve space, you can mount your PMA Ex-link
converter on a wall or another stable area.
5. Connect the link cable to the Ex-link converter
box.
6. Next, insert the USB cable (1) into the right-
hand socket labeled USB Power on the Ex-link
converter box and connect the cable to your
computer.
Connecting the Grounding Cables
For the TopMix2.Touch to meet Ex Certication standards, Sartorius recommends
that both the TopMix2.Touch as well as the TopMix convertor box need to be
electrically grounded to an earth ground.
1. To earth-ground the TopMix2.Touch, attach a grounding cable from an earth
ground to the grounding post on the back of the TopMix2.Touch screen.
2. To earth-ground the TopMix converter box, attach a grounding cable from
an earth ground to the grounding post on the TopMix converter box.

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3. Finally, attach the remaining grounding cable from an earth ground to
the grounding post on your PMA scale.
Connecting the Cables to the TopMix Converter Box
1. Select a location outside your mixing area for the TopMix converter box. To
help conserve space, you can mount the TopMix converter box on a wall or
another stable area.
2. Place the TopMix converter box in its selected location.
3. Take the other end of the blue 20-meter cable and connect it to the TopMix
converter box as seen in (Figure 3.) Tighten the connection with your ngers.
4. Next, take the 15-foot USB cable and connect it to the TopMix converter box
(Figure 4.)
5. Take the DVI-VGA 10-foot cable and connect it to the port labeled PCI DVI-IN
on the TopMix converter box as seen in (Figure 5). Tighten the connection
with your ngers.
6. Take one power cable and connect it to the TopMix converter box.
7. Connect the other end of the power cable to the surge protector.
Note: If you are connecting to your existing equipment, please call ColorNet
Support at 800-634-2614 at this time. We will assist you with the rest of the
assembly procedures.

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Connecting the Cables to the Computer
Now that you have successfully made the connections to the TopMix2.Touch
and the converter box, you will now make the connections to the computer.
1. Unpack the computer. Save your box and packing materials for any future
servicing needs.
2. Select a stable location outside your mixing area for the computer since
it is not explosion-proof. The computer needs to be within 10 feet
of the converter box.
3. Take the remaining end of the USB cable and connect to a USB port
on your computer.
4. Next, take the remaining end of the DVI-VGA cable and connect it to the
labeled VIDEO port on the back of your computer. Tighten the connection
with your ngers.
5. Take one power cable and connect it to the back of the computer.
6. Connect the other end of the power cable to the surge protector.
7. Finally, locate the protective cover and place it on your display.
You have now completed the cable connection procedures.

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TERMINAL OPERATION
Your new TopMix2.Touch scale is now ready to use. The TopMix2.Touch scale
makes it easy for you to retrieve a formula and continue to view it while you
mix paint. If you would like to practice using your scale, you can use water or
a dry substance instead of paint.
1. From your desktop, tap the ColorNet
icon. The Login window appears.
2. The Username and Password elds
have already been completed for
the default user. When nished, tap
Login.
Note: To add additional users, please go
to System Utilities.
3. Next, retrieve your formula and verify that it is correct. For detailed
instructions on retrieving a formula, see Shortcut Keys and Helpful Hints.
4. Tap Mix to begin mixing.
5. When prompted, place an empty paint can in the center of the scale. When
you are nished, tap OK.
6. A formula window appears. The window lists the weight for the rst
ingredient. The weight for each ingredient will be listed as a negative amount.
For example, -160.5 grams and you work your way to 0 grams.
7. Pour the rst ingredient. When the weight reaches 0 grams, you have poured
the correct amount. If the readout indicates an amount greater than 0 grams,
you have an overpour and will be prompted with recovery options.
8. Continue to pour the remaining ingredients until you have nished
the formula.
9. During this process, the screen saver may appear. Tap any key to return to
the formula screen. You may want to turn off your screen saver while you are
mixing paint or adjust the time setting for it.
10. You will be prompted to print a label when you have completed the formula.
Make sure that your label printer is operational. If it is not functioning or you
do not want to print a label, tap NO.
Note: Please refer to your online ColorNet Help for more information on ColorNet.

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SHORTCUT KEYS AND HELPFUL HINTS
Fast Retrieval for ColorNet
The following section details how to mix a formula on your TopMix2.Touch
scale terminal. Though there are many ways to retrieve formulas with the
software, the most common is with Manufacturer codes. These steps
are outlined below:
1. Complete the Manufacturer and Mfr. Code elds.
2. When nished, tap Search.
3. The Results tab appears (if applicable). Tap your desired color chip. When
nished, tap Next.

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4. The Variants tab appears (if applicable). Tap your desired variant. When
nished, tap Next.
Select a Size
Select the size you want to mix. Use the slider bar to select the size you need or
tap the appropriate button for pre-determined mix sizes. After you select your
size, tap OK.
Initializing the Scale
When the scale is ready, the message Place Can on TopMix2.Touch Scale
appears. Follow the TopMix2.Touch prompts to mix your formula.

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Icons and Shortcut Keys
There are several keyboard shortcuts that may be used as an alternative to
touching/clicking icons. Here are some examples of these shortcuts:
Exit Ctrl + X Shade Tips Ctrl + T
Mix at Scale Ctrl + M Select Different
Quality Ctrl + S
Send to Mix
Queue Ctrl + Q Next Variant Ctrl + D
Record Sale Ctrl + R Previous
Variant Ctrl + U
Print Formula
Label Ctrl + P Select Mix Size Ctrl + Z
X-Pert Quick
Dispense Ctrl + Alt + M Cumulative Weights Ctrl + C
VINdicator Ctrl + I Non-cumulative
Weights Ctrl + N
Acquire Ctrl + Alt + S Help F1
Additional Helpful Hints
In addition to the previous sections, below are a few things to keep in mind when
retrieving formulas with your ColorNet software.
1. Model, Cross Reference, Alpha Fleet and Customer Search are listed under the
Advanced Search Options settings.
2. The Tab key on your keyboard will cycle you through entry elds, but the
Enter key will not.
3. The button searches your local database and the
button searches the web server for current formulas. The web server is
currently updated a few weeks ahead of the DVD updates.

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Using the Touch Screen Keyboard
To simplify the touch screen, a built-in on-screen keyboard has been added to the
program. For example, if you click Mfr. Code, the Text Input screen appears.
Type your information and when you are nished, tap OK.

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SYSTEM SHUT DOWN
To maintain optimum system performance, you will want to periodically shut
down your computer. Use the following procedure to properly shut down the
system:
1. Exit any open programs to return to the Windows desktop.
2. Click the Windows button located on the
bottom left corner of your window.
3. Click the power button.
4. Click Shut down and your computer will
automatically turn off.

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COLORNET SUPPORT
If you have any questions, please contact:
ColorNet Support
2717 Lincoln Drive
Roseville, MN 55113
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: colorne[email protected]om
Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:45 PM Central Time

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