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Jadak Photo Research PR-810 - User Manual

Jadak Photo Research PR-810
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PR-810/810L
User Manual
PHOTO RESEARCH INC.
The Light Measurement People
®
7279 William Barry Blvd.
North Syracuse, NY 13212-3349
Phone: (315) 701 - 0678
FAX: (315) 701 - 0679
Email: sales.pr@photoresearch.com
URL: www.photoresearch.com

Table of Contents

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Summary

Notice

Customer Support

Introduction

Standard Equipment Overview

Details standard accessories for PR-805, PR-810, and PR-810L models.

System Overview

User Interface

LCD Screen

Details the 3.5" high-resolution, full-color touch screen display.

Graphical User Interface (GUI)

Explains the GUI structure with three main panes: Title bar, Active pane, Command bar.

System Status and Navigation

Title Bar

Displays current menu location and critical system information status.

System Status Icons

Lists and explains various icons indicating instrument status like battery, Bluetooth, and sync.

Measurement Operations

Command Bar Functionality

Explains the command bar buttons for navigation and control during measurements.

Making and Viewing Measurements

Details how to execute and navigate through measurements and results.

System Information and Connectivity

System Information

Displays serial number, calibration due date, and firmware version.

I;O Ports Overview

Identifies and describes the main I/O connectors on the instrument.

External Trigger Connector

Details the 6-pin mini-DIN connector for external triggering.

External Trigger Pinout and Circuits

Details the pin designations and provides sample circuits for trigger input/output.

Power and Data Connections

Power Connector

Describes the AC adapter power supply connector and Li-ion battery operation.

USB 1.1 Connector

Details the Mini-B USB connector for remote communication and charging.

Optional Communication Interfaces

RS-232 Connector

Explains the optional RS-232 interface for traditional communications.

Analog Output Connector

Describes the optional SMB jack for monitoring PMT signals.

Using the Analog Output

Provides steps and setup for utilizing the Analog Output feature.

Battery Information

Battery Compartment

Illustrates and describes the battery compartment, eject button, and door latch.

Battery Management

Provides step-by-step instructions for inserting, removing, and charging the battery.

Objective Lens

Lens and Storage Procedures

Standard Lens Handling

Instructions for installing and removing the standard objective lens.

Instrument Storage

Guidelines for storing the instrument and battery during extended periods.

Theory of Operation

Photometer Function

Explains how the photometer works with a V(λ) filter and PMT detector.

Photometric Concepts

Luminance

Defines luminance as luminous flux per solid angle per unit area.

Illuminance

Defines illuminance as luminous flux incident on a surface per unit area.

Luminous Intensity

Defines luminous intensity as luminous flux per unit solid angle.

Basic Setup Procedures

Initial Setup Steps

Recommends screen calibration and battery charging before initial use.

Calibrating the Touch Screen

Step-by-step guide to calibrate the PR-8XX touch screen display.

Instrument Preferences

Power Saving Settings

Guides on enabling/disabling power saving and setting auto-off timers.

Brightness and Contrast Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting display brightness and contrast levels.

Instrument Sounds Configuration

Explains how to enable or disable audible alerts like button clicks and shutter sounds.

System Configuration

Setting Date and Time

Steps to set the instrument's date and time.

Factory Default Reset

Procedure to restore instrument preferences and setup parameters to factory defaults.

Making Measurements

Instrument Setup Instructions

Guides on necessary setup before taking measurements for accurate results.

Instrument Setup Screen

Details the instrument setup screen and options for configuring the device.

Selecting an Aperture

Instructions for selecting aperture settings for PR-810 and PR-810L.

Accessory Selection

Guides on selecting primary and add-on accessories for measurements.

Averaging Measurement Results

Explains how to set the number of measurements to average for improved results.

ND Filter and Gain Settings

Instructions for setting Neutral Density filters and gain levels.

Adaptive ND and Gain Configuration

Details on enabling the Adaptive Sensitivity™ algorithm for Gain and ND filter.

Max Exposure Time (PR-810 L)

Explains setting maximum exposure time for low light measurements on PR-810L.

Frequency Response Setting

Guides on selecting filter bandwidth for signal averaging.

Analog Output Configuration

Steps to enable and use the optional analog output feature.

Measure Shutter State

Instructions for setting the measure shutter to remain open or close after measurement.

File Management

File Settings Overview

Accesses SD card settings: Auto Save, file naming, and prompts.

Auto Save and SD File Management

Details how to configure auto-save and manage measurement files on SD card.

Creating and Naming Measurement Files

Step-by-step guide to create and name new measurement files on the SD card.

Editing Measurement Files

Instructions for deleting and renaming measurement files on the SD card.

Auto Save on Shutdown

Explains the prompt to save unsaved RAM measurements before shutting down.

Viewing Stored Measurements

Explorer Settings

Configures memory location (RAM/SD) and file name for viewing measurements.

File Explorer Navigation

Guides on selecting memory location and viewing files in the file explorer.

Measurement Types

Luminance Measurement

Defines luminance and its applications, including measurement with lenses/probes.

Performing a Luminance Measurement

Step-by-step guide to align, focus, and perform a luminance measurement.

Objective Lens Alignment and Focusing

Detailed steps for aligning and focusing the optical system with objective lenses.

Flexible Probe (FP-8 XX)

Luminance Adaptor (LA-8 XX)

Illuminance Measurement

Using the CR-8 XX Cosine Receptor

Step-by-step guide to install and use the CR-8XX for illuminance measurements.

Integrating Sphere (ICC-8 XX)

Reflectance Standards (RS-3;SRS-3)

RS-3;SRS-3 Cleaning and Handling

Provides instructions for cleaning and handling the reflectance standards.

Luminous Intensity Definition

Defines luminous intensity and its calculation from radiant intensity.

LED Receptor (LR-55)

Measuring with the LR-55 LED Receptor

Step-by-step guide for installing and making measurements with the LR-55.

CIE LED Analyzer (LR-127)

Measuring with the LR-127

Steps to perform measurements using the LR-127 for luminous intensity.

Luminous Flux Measurement

IS-8 XX Integrating Sphere Installation

Instructions for installing the IS-8xx integrating sphere accessory.

Mounting and Adjusting the LED

Guides on mounting the LED and adjusting the tube height within the sphere.

Measuring with the IS-8 XX

Steps to perform measurements using the IS-8XX integrating sphere.

Timed Measurements

Setting Measurement Intervals

Guides on setting the time interval between measurements.

Continuous Measurements

Instructions to initiate and perform continuous measurements.

PMT Calibration

Manual Factor Modification

Steps to manually enter a correction factor for PMT calibration.

One-Time PMT Calibration

Guides on performing a one-time calibration using a known source.

Source Correction Factors

Utilities Functions

Restoring Calibration;Illuminants

Procedure to restore calibration factors and illuminant files to factory defaults.

Firmware Update Procedure

Steps for updating the instrument's firmware using an SD card.

Connectivity

USB Connectivity

Explains USB connection for remote communication and charging.

USB Driver Installation (Windows XP)

Step-by-step guide for installing the USB driver on Windows XP.

USB Hub Type Configuration

Guides on setting USB hub type for optimal power delivery.

Determining USB Hub Power (Windows XP)

Steps to check USB hub power availability in Windows XP.

Bluetooth Connectivity

Information on optional Bluetooth feature for wireless control.

Bluetooth Driver Installation

Steps to install the Bluetooth adapter drivers on the host PC.

Enable;Disable Bluetooth

Guides on enabling, disabling, and understanding Bluetooth modes.

Bluetooth Discovery Mode

Explains how to make the instrument discoverable for pairing.

Pairing PR-8 XX with a Host

Step-by-step guide to pair the PR-8XX with a remote host via Bluetooth.

RS-232 Communication

Selecting RS-232 Baud Rate

Guides on selecting the appropriate baud rate for RS-232 communication.

Remote Control Programming

Using Remote Control Commands

Guides on using HyperTerminal for remote control commands.

Remote Control Commands

Remote Control Command Details

Provides detailed syntax, purpose, and response for each command.

Setup Commands

Measurement and Data Codes

Data Code Summary

Summarizes Data Codes and their meanings for instrument communication.

Data Code Details

Provides detailed examples of Data Codes and their output formats.

Remote Control Error Codes

Routine Maintenance

Cleaning Lenses and Optical Accessories

Guidelines for cleaning optical components to maintain performance.

Cleaning Exterior Surfaces

Instructions for cleaning the instrument's exterior surfaces.

Recalibration

Recommendations for periodic recalibration to maintain accuracy.

Repair and Warranty Information

Details on in-warranty and out-of-warranty repair procedures.

Specifications

PR-810 L Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications for the PR-810L model.

PR-810 Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications for the PR-810 model.

PR-805 Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications for the PR-805 model.

Lens Chart

Sensitivity Range

Outline Drawings

Jadak Photo Research PR-810 Specifications

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BrandJadak
ModelPhoto Research PR-810
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

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