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HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL
Thank you for selecting the iM-100
series.
• Please read this Operator’s manual carefully, before using this product.
• iM has a function to output data to a connected host computer. Command operations from a host computer
can also be performed. For details, refer to "Communication manual" and ask your local dealer.
• The specifications and general appearance of the instrument are subject to change without prior notice and
without obligation by TOPCON CORPORATION and may differ from those appearing in this manual.
• The content of this manual is subject to change without notice.
• Some of the diagrams shown in this manual may be simplified for easier understanding.
• Always keep this manual in a convenient location and read it when necessary.
• This manual is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved by TOPCON CORPORATION.
• Except as permitted by Copyright law, this manual may not be copied, and no part of this manual may be
reproduced in any form or by any means.
• This manual may not be modified, adapted or otherwise used for the production of derivative works.
Symbols
The following conventions are used in this manual.
: Indicates precautions and important items which should be read before operations.
: Indicates the chapter title to refer to for additional information.
: Indicates supplementary explanation.
: Indicates an explanation for a particular term or operation.
[MEAS]
etc.
: Indicates Operation icons on the display and window dialog buttons.
{ESC}
etc.
: Indicates keys on the operation panel.
<Screen title> etc.: Indicates screen titles.
Notes regarding manual style
• Except where stated, “iM” means iM-100
series in this manual.
• Except where stated, instrument with display on both sides is used for illustration.
• The iM Series is available in "standard" and "Low Temperature" models. Users with a "Low Temperature
Model" should read the additional precautions specific to use under low temperatures.
•
Low Temperature Model
Low Temperature Models display the seal shown at right.
• Do not remove the Low Temperature Model seal from the instrument. This
seal is used for model recognition by our engineers during maintenance.
• Screens appearing in this manual are based on the setting "Dist. reso: 1 mm". When "Dist. reso: 0.1 mm" is
selected, the number of decimal places for distance and atmospheric condition input values will be increased
by one.
• Location of Operation icons in screens used in procedures is based on the factory setting. It is possible to
change the allocation of Operation icons.
• Except where stated, instrument with RC Handle is used for illustration.
• Learn basic operations in "4. PRODUCT OUTLINE" and "5. BASIC OPERATION" before you read each
measurement procedure. For selecting options and inputting figures, see "5.1 Basic Key Operation".
Low temperature
seal