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3.9
Adjusting the LCD Contrast
The contrast of the LCD screen is factory set at its optimum level for
normal operating conditions. However, in extremes of temperature
the display may appear too dark or light.
This setting can be manually adjusted by selecting the
LCD
CONTRAST
menu option by pressing the
button. Scroll to
“CONTRAST” and press . Then use the or button to increase
or decrease the contrast level, followed by the button to store the
new setting:
darker (
+1
to
+5
)
Normal (
0
)
lighter (
-1
to
-5
)
3.10
Quick Boot
The luminometer will turn on when you press the
button. The
luminometer will perform a standard calibration in 15 seconds and
will then be ready to perform readings. Quick Boot can be turned off
and the luminometer will perform a more in-depth system check the
next time it is turned on. The more in-depth system check takes 60
seconds.
NOTE
: The more in-depth system check is typically used for
diagnostic purposes and not necessary for normal use.
To change the Quick Boot setting, select the
QUICK BOOT
menu
option by pressing the button. Scroll to “QUICK BOOT” and press
button to switch between ON and OFF:
OFF
ON
Exit
3.11
Standby Mode
The Standby Mode is used to control when the luminometer should
automatically turn off when not in use. This is designed to conserve
battery power.
The default is 20 minutes. If no buttons are pressed within the time
period, the luminometer will turn off. If any button is pressed, or a
reading is performed, the Standby Mode countdown timer is reset to
zero.
