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Unico SQ Series User Manual

Unico SQ Series
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UNICO SQ Series
MODEL
UV-2800 / UV-2802 /UV-2802PC/UV-2802S/
UV-2802PCS / UV-3802 / UV-4802
SPECTROPHOTOMETER
SERVICE MANUAL
UNICO
182 Ridge Road, Suite E Dayton, NJ 08810 USA
732-274-1155 Fax: 732-274-1151 WEB: www.unicosci.com
E-mail: Sales@unicosci.com
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Unico SQ Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelSQ Series
Wavelength Range190-1100 nm
Spectral Bandwidth1.8 nm
Wavelength Accuracy±0.5 nm
Wavelength Repeatability≤0.1nm (SQ-2800), ≤0.1nm (SQ-4800), ≤0.1nm (SQ-9800)
Photometric Accuracy±0.002 A (0-0.5 A)
Stray Light<0.05% at 220 nm and 340 nm
Stability±0.0005 A/hour at 500 nm
DisplayLCD
Light SourceDeuterium and Tungsten Halogen lamps
DetectorSilicon Photodiode
Data OutputUSB
Power RequirementsAC 110/220V, 50/60Hz (SQ-2800), AC 110/220V, 50/60Hz (SQ-4800), AC 110/220V, 50/60Hz (SQ-9800)
Printer PortParallel Port (SQ-2800), Parallel Port (SQ-4800), Parallel Port (SQ-9800)

Summary

Introduction to UNICO SQ Series Spectrophotometers

Specifications of UNICO Spectrophotometers

Spectrophotometer Layout and Components

Layout of UV-2800

Details internal components and their locations for the UV-2800 model.

Layout of UV-2802, UV-2802PC

Details internal components and their locations for UV-2802 and UV-2802PC models.

Layout of UV-3802

Details internal components and their locations for the UV-3802 model.

Layout of UV-4802

Details internal components and their locations for the UV-4802 model.

Optical System Analysis

Incidence of Light

Explains how light enters the spectrophotometer and is focused at the entrance slit.

Dispersion of Light

Describes how light is spectrally dispersed by the analytical grating after entering the instrument.

Exit of Light

Details how light exits the monochromator and proceeds to the photodetector via different paths.

Electronic System Overview

Power Supply System

Outlines the power supply architecture, including transformers, PCBs, and voltage outputs.

Control and Drive System

Explains how the instrument's functions are controlled and driven by CPU, motors, and other components.

Sampling and Signal Processing System

Describes how light signals are sampled, amplified, converted to digital data, and processed.

Spectrophotometer Troubleshooting Guide

Tungsten Lamp Off Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting guide for issues related to the tungsten lamp not turning on.

Deuterium Lamp Off Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting guide for issues when the deuterium lamp fails to operate.

Memory Check Failed Diagnosis

Addresses troubleshooting for memory check failures in the instrument.

Printer Check Failed Diagnosis

Provides troubleshooting steps for issues related to printer connectivity or function.

Filter Check Failed Diagnosis

Guides users through diagnosing filter positioning or function errors.

Light Source Positioning Failed

Details troubleshooting procedures for light source positioning errors.

Auto-cell Positioning Failed

Offers solutions for failures related to the auto-cell holder positioning.

Slit Positioning Failed

Provides troubleshooting steps for slit positioning issues on certain models.

Search 656.1nm Failed

Addresses issues encountered during the 656.1nm wavelength search.

Please Restart Warning Handling

Explains how to handle "Please restart" warnings displayed by the instrument.

Battery Low Warning Handling

Provides instructions for addressing "Battery low" warnings.

Save or Load File Failed

Outlines steps to resolve failures when saving or loading instrument files.

Get Dark Current Issues

Offers troubleshooting for extended dark current acquisition times.

LCD No Backlight Troubleshooting

Guides users on how to fix issues where the LCD display has no backlight.

LCD Display Nothing Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for when the LCD backlight is on but the display shows nothing.

Energy Low Warning After Blanking

Explains how to resolve "Energy low" warnings that appear after blanking.

Energy Too Low Warning

Details troubleshooting steps for "Energy too low" warnings.

No DC +12V on PCB SST8.412.113

Addresses specific issues with missing DC +12V on a particular PCB.

Spectrophotometer Maintenance Procedures

Working Environment Recommendations

Specifies optimal environmental conditions for instrument operation and longevity.

Replace Tungsten Lamp

Provides detailed instructions for safely replacing the tungsten lamp.

Replace Deuterium Lamp

Offers a step-by-step guide for replacing the deuterium lamp.

Replace Memory Battery

Explains the procedure for replacing the internal memory battery.

Upgrade Firmware

Details the process for updating the instrument's firmware.

Check Performance

Outlines procedures for verifying spectrophotometer performance: wavelength, stray light, absorbance, dark current, and energy.

Appendix: Part Lists

Part List for UV-2800

Lists part numbers and PCB references for the UV-2800 model.

Part List for UV-2802, UV-2802PC

Lists part numbers and PCB references for UV-2802 and UV-2802PC models.

Part List for UV-2802S, UV-2802PCS

Lists part numbers and PCB references for UV-2802S and UV-2802PCS models.

Part List for UV-3802

Lists part numbers and PCB references for the UV-3802 model.

Part List for UV-4802

Lists part numbers and PCB references for the UV-4802 model.

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