Buck M500 User Manual

Installation and Instruction Manual
M500
Scanning Infra-Red Spectrophotometer
March 2015
500-9999
Buck Scientic Inc. Norwalk, CT U.S.A.
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Buck M500 Specifications

General

Accuracy	±(0.8% + 3 digits)
Resolution	0.1 MΩ
Operating temperature	0°C to +40°C
Resistance measurement range	0Ω to 50MΩ
Measurement Range	0Ω to 50MΩ

Summary

M-500 Introduction and Description

Controls and Indicators

Lists and describes the instrument's display indications and control buttons.

M500 Specifications

Installation

Preparation and Operation

Preparation

Details initial setup steps, power supply, and chart recorder connection.

Typical Operation with L250-1 Recorder

Guides through the process of running scans using the L250-1 recorder.

Advanced Windows Computer Operation of M500

Computer Hardware Requirements

Specifies necessary computer hardware for EZ-Scan and GRAMS/AI software.

Computer Operation Installation

Instructions for connecting the M500 to the computer using a null-modem cable.

BUCK Model 500 IR Instrument Software Manual for GRAMS Version 9.2

GRAMS Software Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the instrument software via CD-ROM.

The COLLECT Menu

Explains accessing instrument commands and options within the COLLECT menu.

GRAMS Software Communications

Discusses the BUCK500.INI file for RS232 communication setup.

Operation of the BUCK M500 / GRAMS/AI Software System

GRAMS/AI Software Operation

Outlines procedures for collecting data, spectral smoothing, and analysis.

Sample Preparation Techniques for Infra-Red using the Buck M-500 Spectrometer

Sample Preparation Techniques

Provides methods for preparing solid, liquid, and polymer samples for analysis.

Trouble Shooting

Periodic Maintenance

Fine Calibration