B A S F S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R 1 2 / 6
21
OPERATION
Creating a Job and Measure Sample
In order for the instrument to obtain accurate and repeatable measurements, the bottom of the measurement port
must be flat with the sample surface to be measured. Any movement of the instrument can cause the
measurement angles to vary, greatly affecting measurements on metallic and pearlescent paint finishes. The
pressure sensors ensure the integrity of the measurement data.
Measurement Tips
•
Measurements performed on a surface with a curve can cause measurement errors especially at the near
specular angles (±15° and 25°). Measurements should be made on the flattest part of a sample whenever
possible.
•
Hold the instrument firmly by the front and top during a measurement.
1.
From the Main screen, select a downloaded job from the Open list or tap the new job icon
at the top of
the screen to start a new job. The instrument goes into targeting mode.
Important:
Be aware when positioning on sample that the measurement port is not centered in the bottom
of the instrument.
2.
Locate the measurement port (1) in the bottom of the instrument over the first measurement area while
viewing the screen (2).
3.
Gently rock the instrument until all three positioning indicators (3) in the screen turn green. This indicates
that all three pressure sensors (4) are activated.
NOTE:
Targeting mode is automatically exited if a measurement is not taken within 30 seconds of activation.
(3)
(3)
(3)
(2)
(1)
(4)
(4)
(4)
Summary of Contents for BASF 12/6
Page 1: ...BASF Spectrophotometer 12 6 User Manual ...
Page 2: ......
