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Operational
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Automatic Polarimeter
AP-300
displayed. It can also export signals to a printer. This chapter explains how to test such functions.
The function examination should be performed by a regular user of the AP-300 who is familiar
with the operation. The examination process includes unusual operations, such as displaying
error messages intentionally. Carefully follow the instructions in this manual.
1. Preparation of Instrument
1) If using an exclusive printer, connect it to the AP-300.
2)
Turn on the power of the AP-300. The opening message will be printed out.
3)
Leave the instrument on for at least 30 minutes.
4)
Make sure that “MODE-1” is set.
5)
Check the date and time on the display screen of the AP-300.
6)
Check the settings on the printer.
Set the date, time, average values, sample numbers, etc.
Measurement values displayed on the LCD will be printed out.
2. Items to Prepare
1) Standard quartz control plate
（
with traceability certificate)
Part number RE-72045
Quartz control plate 34°
Part number RE-72044
Quartz control plate 17°
Part number RE-72043
Quartz control plate 8°
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se a Quartz control plate whose angle is close to the angle of rotation usually measured.
2) If a quartz control plate is not available, fill a 200mm observation tube with a prepare a
standard sucrose solution of 100°Z
3. Function Examination
After a performance test in MODE-1, the measurement screen will be displayed.
3-1. Key Functions in Each Mode
1)
Press the MENU key to display "SET UP MENU 1/ 2."
Press the cursor keys (
↓,↑)
to check if the pointer moves from the menu items (1) through
(6).
Select a number, using the cursor keys (↓,↑), and press the ENTER key to enter the
selected menu item. Check the display and set the values.
2)
Press the MENU key in the “SET UP MENU 1/ 2” screen to display “SET UP MENU 2/ 2.”
Press the cursor keys (↓,↑) to check if the pointer moves from the menu items (1) through
(8).
Select a number, using the cursor keys (↓,↑), and press the ENTER key to enter the
selected menu item. Check the display and set the values. Press the ENTER key to return
to the "SET UP MENU 2/ 2" screen. Check all the menu items (1) through (6) in the same
manner except for the items (7) and (8). These are the password functions and will be
