Viso Systems LabDisc User manual

VISO SYSTEMS LabDisc
User Manual
Revision: 30-11-2023

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Congratulations on purchasing your new Viso Systems LabDisc. Before using this
product, please read the Safety Information.
This manual contains descriptions and troubleshooting necessary to install and
operate your new Viso Systems product. Please review this manual thoroughly to
ensure proper installation and operation.
For news, Q&A and support at Viso Systems, visit our website at
www.visosystems.com

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Contents
Safety Information........................................................................................................4
Disposing of this Product ..............................................................................................4
Introduction..................................................................................................................4
Shipping Dimensions.....................................................................................................5
LabDisc for LabSpion/BaseSpion - Introduction............................................................5
Installation procedure Labspion ...................................................................................7
Installation procedure BaseSpion .................................................................................8

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Safety Information
Warning! This product is not for household use.
Read this manual before installing and operating the LabDisc, follow the safety
warnings listed below, and study all the cautions in the manual.
Disposing of this Product
Viso Systems products are supplied in compliance with Directive 2012/19/EU on
waste - electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) together with the RoHS Directive
2011/65/EU with amendments 2015/863. Help preserve the environment! Ensure
that this product is recycled at the end of its lifetime. Your supplier can give details of
local arrangements for the disposal of Viso Systems products.
Introduction
About this document
These guidelines describe the installation process of the LabDisc and distance setting
procedure.
About the LabDisc
LabDisc is an accessory to Viso LabSpion and BaseSpion light measurement systems.
This adjustable baffle reduces straylight errors to a minimum by restricting your
sensor’s field of view.
© 2007 Viso Systems ApS, Denmark
All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced, in any form or by any means,
without permission in writing from Viso Systems ApS, Denmark. Information subject to change
without notice. Viso Systems ApS and all affiliated companies disclaim liability for any injury,
damage, direct or indirect loss, consequential or economic loss or any other loss occasioned by
the use of, inability to use or reliance on the information contained in this manual.

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Shipping Dimensions
LabDisc BaseSpion Box: 470 x 370 x 180 mm (weight: 1,5 kg)
LabDisc LabSpion Box: 470x 370 x 180 mm (weight: 2 kg)
LabDisc for LabSpion/BaseSpion - Introduction
Application principle
The LabDisc assembly consists of 2 parts. One part contains the clamp, arm, and
screws, and one part contains the baffle disc. The same applies for the BaseSpion
assembly.
The advantage of LabDisc is that it removes as much straylight as possible.
•Fits all Viso LabSpion tripods and Rails.
•Fits all BaseSpion rails (a powerful magnet mount replaces the clamp)
At the appropriate sensor distance, the baffle disc allows the sensor a full view to the
whole light source while screening out all straylight from sidewalls, ceiling and floor.
The correct distance from the LabDisc to the sensor is approximately 50 cm.
Applicable to BaseSpion: In some cases, when measuring a small light source that
emits a very narrow/concentrated light at long sensor distances, it may make sense
to move the LabDisc closer to the light source to make sure that the sensor just sees
the actual light source.

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LabDisc Components
The LabDisc for LabSpion contains:
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LabDisc –LabSpion parts
Image
1
Adjustable Arm
1
Disc Mounting plate
1
Straylight Disc
2
Screw M4x06 Buttonhead
2
Manfrotto 035 Super Clamp
The LabDisc for BaseSpion contains:
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LabDisc –BaseSpion parts
Image
1
LabDisc Base Plate
1
LabDisc Stem
1
Straylight Plate
4
M3x12 Buttonhead Screw

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Qty
LabDisc –BaseSpion parts
Image
2
M4x06 Buttonhead Screw
2
Rubber Coated ø22mm m4
magnet
4
F-F M3x12 Nylon Round
Standoff
Installation procedure LabSpion
1. Unpack all parts –and take care not to damage the components.
2. Securely affix the LabDisc grip to a tripod leg facing forward (rather than on
the tripod stem).
3. When handling the LabDisc, hold it with your hand covering the center of the
opening, utilizing a few fingers through the opening.
4. Substantially loosen the tightening knob to facilitate adjustment.
5. Activate the sensor laser function by pressing the laser button shortly once.

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6. Orient the LabDisc in such a way that the laser aligns with the center of your
hand. The correct distance from the LabDisc to the sensor is approximately 50
cm.
Check that the distance to the front of the sensor head does not exceed 50
cm. Lack of precision can prevent the sensor from “seeing” the whole light
sources, thus preventing it from capturing the whole lumen package.
Maintaining an optimal distance is also crucial for the stray light reduction.
7. Securely tighten the knob to maintain the LabDisc's configured position.
8. Retain the LabDisc in its designated position on the tripod even when
relocating the equipment.
Installation procedure BaseSpion
1. Unpack All parts –And take care not to damage the components.
Assemble the base plate, stem and disc with the screw set.
2. The two rubber-coated magnets allow the LabDisc to be easily mounted on
the BaseSpion rail
3. The complete LabDisc can now be placed freely on the rail. The correct
distance from the LabDisc to the sensor is approximately 50 cm.

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4. In some cases, when measuring a small light source that emits a very
narrow/concentrated light at long sensor distances, it may make sense to
move the LabDisc closer to the light source to make sure that the sensor
just sees the actual light source.