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Error message

The following error messages may appear when you use SpectraMagic

 NX CM-S100w, optional color 

management software, to control the instrument. 
If you see an error message, follow the instructions shown in the table below. If a problem persists, contact 
the nearest Konica Minolta-authorized service facility.

Error Messege

Problem / possible cause

Action

Refer to page

Flash Error

The light amount of the 
xenon lamp has been 
lowered to 50% or less.

• 

Degradation of the 
xenon lamp

• 

Contamination of the 
integrating sphere

Clean the integrating 
sphere according to the 
instructions in "Cleaning 
the CM-3700A-U and 
Accessories" on page 
23. If the problem 
persists, contact the 
nearest Konica Minolta-
authorized service facility.

23

Flash not ready.

The illumination unit has 
not been charged. 

Contact a KONICA 
MINOLTA-authorized 
service facility.

-

Flash Error.

The xenon lamp 
failed to emit light.

• 

Xenon lamp dead

• 

Illumination circuit failure

• 

Sensor failure"

Retry measurement or 
perform recalibration. If the 
message persists, contact 
the nearest Konica Minolta-
authorized service facility.

-

Incorrect Calibration 
Procedure.

The calibration procedure 
is not correct. 
The count value is not 
appropriate for zero (0%) 
or while (100%) calibration.

Use the zero calibration 
box for zero calibration 
and the while calibration 
plate for white calibration.

19,20

A/D Error.

A/D conversion failed.

• 

A/D converter failure

• 

Circuit failure"

Turn the power off and 
then on again.  If the 
message persists, contact 
the nearest Konica Minolta-
authorized service facility.

15

Circuit is not 
operating properly.

The motor for switching 
between SCI and SCE 
is not working. 

Turn the power off and 
then on again. If the 
message persists, contact 
the nearest Konica Minolta-
authorized service facility.

15

Not Ready.

Charging for flashing 
the xenon lamp is 
not complete.

Wait for at least 3 seconds 
after the last flash. 
If the message persists, 
contact the nearest 
Konica Minolta-authorized 
service facility.

-

Summary of Contents for CM-3700A-U

Page 1: ...SPECTROPHOTOMETER CM 3700A U INSTRUCTION MANUAL Before using this instrument please read this manual...

Page 2: ...le the instrument Denotes an instruction Be sure to disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet This symbol indicates A C This symbol indicates D C This symbol indicates class II protection against e...

Page 3: ...t is damaged or the AC adapter is damaged or if smoke or odd smells occur Doing so may cause a fire In such situations turn the power OFF immediately disconnect the AC adapter plug from the AC outlet...

Page 4: ...tion during shipment to Konica Minolta for maintenance Should they be lost or damaged contact the nearest Konica Minolta authorized service facility Protective cap for the specimen measuring port inte...

Page 5: ...mage the instru ment Measurement Make sure no dirt or dust get into the specimen measuring port When using the instrument for long periods of time the measurement value may change depending on changes...

Page 6: ...uld be taken to prevent them getting dirty or exposing them to impacts When the CM 3700A U is not in use be sure to attach a target mask to the measuring port to prevent entry of foreign matter The CM...

Page 7: ...it is not in use so that the White Calibration Plate is not exposed to ambient light during storage The Target Masks may discolor if they are left exposed to light When they are not in use keep them i...

Page 8: ...calibration data 17 Performing calibration 18 Attaching the Zero Calibration Box 19 Notes on Use of Zero Calibration Box 19 Attaching the White Calibration Plate 20 Notes on Use of White Calibration...

Page 9: ...7 Using the CM 3700A U...

Page 10: ...to the specimen Measurement and illumination aperture area at specimen surface areas when each target mask is attached are as follows CM A91 SAV 1 3 mm 5 7 mm CM A95 USAV 1 3 mm 3 5 mm Zero Calibratio...

Page 11: ...ovides various functions e g data processing and file management and allows the user to operate the CM 3700A U using a personal computer Ver 2 6 or later Optional Accessories USB Cable 5 m IF A22 Used...

Page 12: ...ing calibration data and data setting software Target Mask CM A91 SAV USB Cables IF A21 3m USB IF A22 5m Zero Calibration Box CM A155 Standard accessories Optional accessories CM S100w Professional Ed...

Page 13: ...and OFF Sample holder Used to hold the specimen white calibration plate or zero calibration box Target mask Select a suitable target mask for 3 5 mm illumination USAV 5 7 mm illumination SAV accordin...

Page 14: ...n the PC to be used to control the CM 3700A U Starting the software Start the software and set it for control of the CM 3700A U Turning the power ON Turn the power ON P 15 Attaching a calibration targ...

Page 15: ...connect the USB cable connector check the shape of the receptacle connection terminal and insert the connector fully until it is secured Connecting a Personal Computer Operating Procedure In general a...

Page 16: ...se electric shock Insert the power plug fully and securely Incomplete inserting may cause fire or electric shock Do not disassemble or modify the AC adapter Doing so may cause a fire or electric shock...

Page 17: ...a fire In such situations turn the power OFF immediately disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet and contact the nearest Konica Minolta authorized service facility Turning Power ON and OFF Proce...

Page 18: ...mo The target mask is held on by magnets 3 Align the target mask positioning holes of the target mask to be attached with the target mask positioning pins of the Spectrophotometer s specimen port base...

Page 19: ...ration plate which has a reflectance of approximately 100 and for which spectral reflectance data are provided as white calibration data to set a high reflectance reference point for reflectance measu...

Page 20: ...ed However to more accurately perform measurement it is recommended to perform zero calibration and white calibration every time measurement conditions are changed c c When the calibration has been pe...

Page 21: ...Procedure 1 Pull the sample holder toward you and keep it open The sample holder will remain open when opened more than 70 degrees 2 Fit the projections of the zero calibration box into the grooves o...

Page 22: ...The white calibration plate may become discolored if left exposed to light Therefore when not in use make sure that the lid is closed to prevent exposure to light Take care not to scratch touch or ma...

Page 23: ...Specimen Reflectance measurement Before starting reflectance measurements attach the target mask to be used for measurements Before starting reflectance measurements set the measurement area and specu...

Page 24: ...d Remove the two stopper attaching screws by turning them counterclockwise using a Phillips head screwdriver Keep the removed screws and stopper in a safe place When widely opening the measurement por...

Page 25: ...g liquid and wipe Then wipe off the liquid with a cloth dampened with water and leave it to dry When cleaning take care not to scratch the zero calibration box or white calibration plate Target Mask U...

Page 26: ...to emit light Xenon lamp dead Illumination circuit failure Sensor failure Retry measurement or perform recalibration If the message persists contact the nearest Konica Minolta authorized service facil...

Page 27: ...ter and trap positions is in progress After turning the power on wait for ten and several seconds until the lens trap and UV filter positions are initialized Time for Periodic Calibration Please conta...

Page 28: ...20 Was white calibration performed correctly Attach White Calibration Plate correctly and perform white calibration correctly 20 Was zero calibration performed correctly Attach Zero Calibration Plate...

Page 29: ...27 Explanations...

Page 30: ...m the illumination monitoring optical fiber is divided into each wavelength component and projected onto the sensor array sections which convert the light into proportional currents and output the cur...

Page 31: ...rding to the specimen and your application The target mask surface which faces into the integrating sphere has a high reflectance white coating Since the reflectance of this coating affects measuremen...

Page 32: ...30 Dimensions 170 6 170 6 37 27 247 6 75 5 91 5 197 371 271 2 496 478 71 8 91 5 mm...

Page 33: ...ce Standard deviation within 0 05 Colorimetric values Standard deviation within E ab 0 005 When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 10 second intervals after white calibration Inter inst...

Page 34: ...32 MEMO...

Page 35: ...RESULTING FROM THE MISUSE MISHANDLING UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION ETC OF THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY INDIRECT OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS INTERRUPTION OF BUSI...

Page 36: ...2015 2021 KONICA MINOLTA INC 9222 A4KX 21 CBGCDK...

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