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5.2 Measurement Procedure
The ZGM 1130 can be used as a standalone device or in conjunction with the
“GlossTools” software and a PC.
No matter if the ZGM 1130 is used s
tandalone or with “GlossTools” the specimen
should be larger than the measuring area of the device.
Please see chapter 9 Technical Specification
at page 26 for the correct
measuring area size.
The center
of the device’s measuring area is marked in longitudinal direction
with
on its housing.
5.2.1 Using the ZGM 1130 standalone
If the ZGM 1130 is used without connection to a PC measurements are stored by
default in a measurement file. Please follow the steps below:
•
Create or select a measurement file in the archive menu, see chapter 4.8.1
“Archive” on page 14.
•
Chose a measurement mode in the quick menu, see chapter 4.8.4
“Modes” on
•
Chose the appropriate measuring geometry in the setup menu, see chapter 7
“How to choose the correct measuring geometry in the area of paint industry”
on page 24.
•
Trigger measurements with the measurement button.
5.2.2 Using the ZGM 1130 with
“GlossTools”
In order to use the ZGM 1130 connect the device via USB to a PC.
When the device is connected chose “Measure” from the pop-up menu
on the device to establish
a connection with “GlossTools”. While
connected measurements can be triggered with the measurement
button of the device or by software. For a detailed explanation
of the “GlossTools”
software refer to the software instruction manual.
