Olympus Magna-Mike 8600 User Manual

DMTA-10026-01EN — Rev. D
January 2015
Magna-Mike 8600
Hall-Effect Thickness Gage
User’s Manual
This instruction manual contains essential information on how to use this Olympus product safely and effectively.
Before using this product, thoroughly review this instruction manual. Use the product as instructed.
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Olympus Magna-Mike 8600 Specifications

General

Measurement Range	25.4 mm (0.0001 in. to 1 in.)
Display	Color LCD
Data Storage	Internal memory
Power	Rechargeable battery
Resolution	0.001 mm (0.0001 in.)
Power Supply	Rechargeable lithium-ion battery or AC adapter
Operating Temperature	14 °F to 122 °F (-10 °C to 50 °C)

Summary

Important Information — Please Read Before Use

Instrument Overview

Operating Principle

Explains the Hall Effect principle used for thickness measurement.

Power Requirements and Options

Covers powering the instrument via AC adapter, Li-ion, or alkaline batteries.

Software User Interface Elements

Measurement Screen Overview

Describes the main measurement screen elements and indicators.

Menus, Submenus, and Parameter Screens

Explains navigation through menus and editing parameters.

Initial Setup

System Configuration Options

Covers setting language, beeper, inactive time, and radix.

Basic and Multipoint Calibration

Probe Types and Cable Connections

Describes different probes, their cables, and connection procedures.

Target Selection and Calibration Procedures

Guides on selecting targets and performing calibration.

Using Special Functions

Configuring the Instrument

Measurement and System Parameter Configuration

Explains how to set global measurement and system parameters.

Using the Datalogger

Managing Communications and Data Transfer

WINXL Software and USB Communication

Introduces WINXL and setting up USB communication.

RS-232 Serial Communication Setup

Explains configuring RS-232 serial communication parameters.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Error Messages and Diagnostics

Appendix A: Specifications

Appendix B: Accessories and Replacement Parts