Konica Minolta CM-3700A User Manual

SPECTROPHOTOMETER
CM
-
3700A
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Before using this instrument,
please read this manual.

Konica Minolta CM-3700A Specifications

General

Type	Spectrophotometer
Integrating sphere diameter	152 mm
Light source	Pulsed Xenon lamp
Spectral separation device	Diffraction grating
Wavelength range	360 nm to 740 nm
Spectral Range	360 nm to 740 nm
Wavelength pitch	10 nm
Spectral Resolution	Approx. 10 nm
Measurement Range	0 to 200% reflectance
Inter-instrument agreement	Within ΔE*ab 0.15 (MAV/SCI) (Measurement conditions: 12 BCRA color tiles, average of 3 measurements)
Measurement area	MAV: ø25.4 mm, SAV: ø8 mm, LAV: ø6 mm
Illumination/Viewing system	d/8 (diffuse illumination, 8-degree viewing)
Measurement Geometry	d/8 (diffused illumination/8° viewing)
Measurement time	Approx. 3 seconds
Power	AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Supply	AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Interface	RS-232C

Summary

Safety Symbols

Safety Precautions

Notes on Use

Operating Environment

Specifies optimal temperature, humidity, and environmental conditions for instrument use.

Measurement

White Calibration Plate

Target Mask

Power Source

Information on using the correct AC adapter and connecting to a stable power supply.

Notes on Storage

Notes on Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the instrument, calibration plates, and target masks safely.

Using the CM-3700A

Names and Functions of Parts

Measurement Procedure

Flow of Preparation and Measurement

A flowchart detailing the sequence of actions for preparing and conducting measurements from PC connection to power off.

Connecting a Personal Computer

Connecting the AC Adapter

Turning Power ON and OFF

Attaching a Target Mask

Notes on Use of Target Mask

Calibration of Reflectance and Transmittance Measurements

Calibration for Reflectance Measurements

Details zero and white calibration procedures required before reflectance measurements.

White calibration data

Calibration for Transmittance Measurements

Details 0% and 100% calibration procedures required before transmittance measurements.

100% calibration data

Performing Calibration

Attaching the Zero Calibration Box

Notes on Use of Zero Calibration Box

Attaching the White Calibration Plate

Notes on Use of White Calibration Plate

Performing 100% Calibration

Setting up instrument for 100% calibration to air

Steps to prepare the instrument for 100% air calibration for solid or sheet specimens.

Setting up instrument for 100% calibration to water

Steps to prepare the instrument for 100% water calibration using liquid specimens and cells.

Setting a Specimen

Reflectance Measurement

Specific steps for setting specimens for reflectance measurements, including sample holder use.

Transmittance Measurements

Cleaning the CM-3700A and Accessories

Zero Calibration Box and White Calibration Plate

Target Mask

Inside Integrating Sphere

Error Message

Troubleshooting Guide

Fluorescent Measurement

UV Adjustment

Details the software-controlled adjustment of UV light levels for fluorescent specimens.

When Fluorescent Calibration is Performed

When Fluorescent Calibration is Not Performed

Specifications