5103251 60 XMET8000 Series Supervisor Guide EN

Supervisor Guide
Issue 6.0 / EN / 54-5103251 / March 2019
X-MET8000 Series
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WARNING / CAUTION labels on the instrument.
 Keep this guide nearby in a safe place so it can be referred to whenever needed.
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Contents
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USERS AND SECURITY ......................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1
1.2
2
ADVANCED USER ................................................................................................................................................ 3
2.1
2.2
3
WIRELESS CONNECTIONS......................................................................................................................................... 57
WIRELESS FILE TRANSFERS....................................................................................................................................... 76
WIRELESS PRINTING ............................................................................................................................................... 89
MANAGE BACKUPS ............................................................................................................................................98
8.1
8.2
8.3
9
ABOUT RESULTS SCREEN FORMATS ........................................................................................................................... 29
WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY ...................................................................................................................................56
7.1
7.2
7.3
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SET SAMPLE PROPERTIES ......................................................................................................................................... 15
ADD DENSITY AND THICKNESS.................................................................................................................................. 15
ABOUT FIXED ELEMENTS ......................................................................................................................................... 16
ADD AN ITEM TO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................. 20
VIEW THE SPECTRA ................................................................................................................................................ 23
MODIFY THE RESULTS SCREEN ...........................................................................................................................29
6.1
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CREATE A NEW APPLICATION ..................................................................................................................................... 9
MODIFY AN APPLICATION ....................................................................................................................................... 11
DELETE AN APPLICATION ......................................................................................................................................... 12
MEASURE A SAMPLE WITH THE COLLIMATOR ON MODE ............................................................................................. 13
MEASURE A SAMPLE WITH THE COLLIMATOR OFF MODE ............................................................................................ 14
ANALYZE AND REPORT RESULTS ........................................................................................................................15
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
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PREPARE METAL SAMPLES......................................................................................................................................... 5
PREPARE PLASTIC SAMPLES........................................................................................................................................ 5
PREPARE SOIL SAMPLES ............................................................................................................................................ 5
PREPARE POWDERS AND PELLETS ............................................................................................................................... 6
PREPARE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS AND ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS ................................................................................ 6
PREPARE SOLDER SAMPLES ........................................................................................................................................ 6
PREPARE SAMPLES FOR THE BENCH-TOP STAND ............................................................................................................ 6
CHOOSE THE RIGHT METHOD .................................................................................................................................... 7
AUTO SELECT MODES ............................................................................................................................................... 7
EMPIRICAL METHODS ............................................................................................................................................... 7
FUNDAMENTAL PARAMETER METHODS ....................................................................................................................... 8
APPLICATION METHODS ..................................................................................................................................... 9
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
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X-MET8000 SERIES NEW ICONS AND THEIR FUNCTIONALITY .......................................................................................... 3
X-MET8000 SERIES FOR HOT SAMPLES ...................................................................................................................... 4
SAMPLE PREPARATION ....................................................................................................................................... 5
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
3.10
3.11
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SET PASSWORDS...................................................................................................................................................... 1
SWITCH USER.......................................................................................................................................................... 2
CREATE A BACKUP ................................................................................................................................................. 98
RESTORE A BACKUP ............................................................................................................................................... 99
DELETE A BACKUP ............................................................................................................................................... 101
CONFIGURATION .............................................................................................................................................103
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9.2
9.3
9.4
9.5
9.6
9.7
SET THE POWER SAVING ....................................................................................................................................... 103
CHOOSE SOUNDS ................................................................................................................................................. 104
COULD CONNECTIVITY .......................................................................................................................................... 105
CONFIGURE VIEWFINDER SETTINGS ......................................................................................................................... 106
DISABLE THE PROXIMITY SAFETY SENSOR .................................................................................................................. 108
HOW TO CALIBRATE THE PROXIMITY SENSOR............................................................................................................ 110
HOW TO CLEAN THE PROXIMITY WINDOW............................................................................................................... 112
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ABOUT REGULATORY, DEVICE INFO AND PARAMETERS ...............................................................................113
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CALIBRATION ADJUSTMENTS .......................................................................................................................115
11.1
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AUTO-SELECT MODE CALIBRATION ADJUSTMENTS ..................................................................................................... 115
OPERATION WITH A PC ................................................................................................................................136
12.1
12.2
12.3
12.4
12.5
12.6
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CONNECT TO A PC AND LOGIN .............................................................................................................................. 136
ABOUT THE REPORT GENERATOR............................................................................................................................ 138
A CUSTOM REPORT .............................................................................................................................................. 139
CREATE A REPORT ............................................................................................................................................... 141
ADD A REPORT TEMPLATE ..................................................................................................................................... 144
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................... 148
OPERATION WITH A GPS ..............................................................................................................................155
13.1
13.2
13.3
13.4
13.5
13.6
13.7
13.8
13.9
13.10
13.11
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14.1
14.2
14.3
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15.1
15.2
15.3
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16.1
16.2
16.3
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BLUETOOTH ........................................................................................................................................................ 155
X-MET8000 SERIES INTERNAL GPS ....................................................................................................................... 155
NOKIA LD-3W BLUETOOTH GPS ........................................................................................................................... 155
TRIMBLE FIELD COMPUTER AND GPS ...................................................................................................................... 156
MAJOR DIFFERENCE INTERNAL GPS VS. NOKIA LD-3W VS. TRIMBLE FIELD COMPUTER ................................................... 157
SETUP AND USE THE INTERNAL GPS ....................................................................................................................... 157
SETUP AND USE THE NOKIA LD-3W BLUETOOTH GPS ............................................................................................... 160
TAKE A MEASUREMENT ........................................................................................................................................ 164
SETUP AND USE A TRIMBLE FIELD COMPUTER AND GPS ............................................................................................ 166
TROUBLESHOOTING GPS ................................................................................................................................... 177
X-MET APPLICATION PROGRAMMING INTERFACE.................................................................................................. 178
ADDITIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................182
MISSING MENUS OR METHODS ............................................................................................................................. 182
DO A TEST MEASUREMENT ................................................................................................................................... 182
SAVE DIAGNOSTICS INFORMATION .......................................................................................................................... 185
REGULATORY NOTICES .................................................................................................................................186
RF EXPOSURE NOTICE .......................................................................................................................................... 186
FCC NOTICE ....................................................................................................................................................... 186
CANADIAN NOTICE ............................................................................................................................................... 187
RADIATION SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................188
PRIMARY BEAM INTENSITY..................................................................................................................................... 188
PRIMARY BEAM DIRECTION ................................................................................................................................... 188
RADIATION LEAKAGE PROFILE................................................................................................................................. 189
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Users And Security
1 Users And Security
The supervisor can set the Operator password and the Supervisor password. The supervisor should
change both passwords to avoid the factory settings. An operator can change the Operator
password.
It is possible to quickly change between users. This allows the supervisor to check which methods
and menu items the operator can access.
1.1 Set Passwords
Follow these steps to change the password.
1. Do one of the following:
 Navigate: Menu > Settings > User Setup
 Navigate: Status Bar > user
The User Setup screen appears.
2. Tap Edit (pencil) next to Operator or Supervisor, as applicable.
3. Use the numeric keypad to type the new password, and then tap Accept.
A Warning dialog box appears.
4. Do one of the following:
• Tap OK to confirm the new password.
• Tap Cancel to discard the new password.
The User Setup screen appears.
5. Tap Back once or twice to return to the main screen.
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1.2 Switch User
Follow these steps to change the password.
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1.
Do one of the following:
• Navigate: Menu > Settings > User Setup
• Navigate: Status Bar > user
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Tap the Operator or Supervisor tick box, as applicable.
3.
Do one of the following:
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If the switch is to an Operator, tap Accept once or twice to return to the main screen.
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If the switch is to a Supervisor, type the password, and then tap Accept.
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Tap Back once or twice again to return to the main screen.
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2 Advanced User
The X-MET8000 series is applicable to many different types of measurement. Some applications, for
example Positive Material Identification, require more careful sample preparation and measurement
techniques. The X-MET8000 series assists these applications because it is possible to include
additional information about the sample or the measurement conditions, for example density and
thickness, or GPS information from an external receiver. It is then possible to create a report about
the measurements.
2.1 X-MET8000 Series New Icons And Their Functionality
With the latest X-MET8000 series software, a few functional text buttons are replaced with the new
icons. Please refer the below table for the icons and their functionality.
Icon
Function
Accept
Menu
Tools
Back
and
Viewfinder button / collimator mode
indicator*)
'Collimator OFF
'Collimator ON (Orange)
Refresh
*) The Viewfinder button toggles on and off live video display from the instrument’s nose camera.
The Viewfinder can be used for aiming the instrument more accurately before or during a
measurement. This feature is only available on models equipped with the Camera Hardware option
or the Collimator Hardware option. If present, the shape and the color of the Viewfinder icon also
serves as a quick indicator for whether the optional Collimator feature is currently active.
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2.2 X-MET8000 Series For Hot Samples
The X-MET8000 models with Kapton window are capable of measuring hot samples up to 400°C, but
other X-MET8000 models have very thin Prolene or Shield window as protective window which would
melt at 100°C temperature. Always make short quick measurements for hot samples and make sure
that the X-MET8000 has enough time to cool off between hot measurements. When measuring hot
samples, follow the Cooling time and the measurement times as in the below graph.
Do not let the X-MET8000 get too hot.
Cool off time in minutes
Max 15 sec
Max 15 sec
Max 20 sec
Measurement Time (seconds)
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3 Sample Preparation
Careful sample preparation gives accurate results. Use this information to prepare the different
samples, and follow the guidelines for measurement times.
3.1 Prepare Metal Samples
Metals are usually homogeneous, and the results are an accurate representation of the metal. It is
necessary to remove any coating or paint and measure it separately, so that it does not affect the
results.
Measurement times from 2 s give good results, however light elements require between 5s and 10s.
Positive Material Identification requires at least a 15 s measurement time, and 30 s is preferable.
3.2 Prepare Plastic Samples
The manufacture of plastics uses many metals, for example titanium, lead, cadmium, zinc, iron,
bromine.
Use a sample with a minimum thickness of 3 mm for accurate results. Samples with a minimum
thickness of 1 mm can only give an indication of the composition. It is necessary to remove any
coating or paint and measure it separately, so that it does not affect the results.
X-rays can penetrate a plastic sample and measure whatever is behind it. For example, a
measurement of cable insulation can include the cable. Plastic samples also scatter X-rays. Use a
background plate for accurate measurements and to reduce X-ray scatter.
Measurement times from 30 s give good results.
3.3 Prepare Soil Samples
For quick results, it is possible to measure soil samples on the ground. However, more accurate
results require some preparation.
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Remove any surface debris, for example leaves, grass and stones.
Use a 2 mm mesh to remove loose material if there is a lot of debris.
Loosen the soil to a depth of a few centimeters and stir to homogenize it.
Leave the loosened soil to dry for a few hours or dry it with absorbent paper.
Measure the sample on the ground, make sure that the X-MET8000 series is perpendicular to
the surface. Measurement times from 30s give good results.
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3.4 Prepare Powders And Pellets
Powders and pellets are usually not homogeneous, and do not give good results. Make sure that
they are dry, and then grind them. For accurate results, use a grain size less than 80 µm for Cu and
Fe, and less than 20 µm for light elements. However, coarser grain sizes do give good results.
Measurement times from 30 s up to 5 min. can be necessary for good results.
3.5 Prepare Printed Circuit Boards And Electronic
Components
Printed Circuit Boards are a complex, multi-layer structure with metals, resins, fiberglass and fire
retardant chemicals. The result is an average of all the materials in the measurement area. It can be
difficult to interpret because the X-ray penetration depth depends upon the layers of material.
Therefore, the result is only an indication of the material composition.
It is better to measure individual electronic components in a sample cup. Measurement times from
15 s give good results.
3.6 Prepare Solder Samples
To comply with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive (RoHS), solders must have a lead
composition less than 1,000 ppm. The most common solder replacement is tin, silver, copper
(Sn/Ag/Cu or SAC). Solder can also contain flux. For accurate results, the solder sample must be
homogeneous and uniform.
If solder is measured on a printed circuit board, the board will also be in the measurement window.
The result will average the composition of the solder and the board. An accurate RoHS analysis of
the solder must measure it on its own, as a homogeneous and uniform sample.
Measurement times from 15 s are required to measure concentrations less than 1,000 ppm.
3.7 Prepare Samples For The Bench-top Stand
The bench-top stand is ideal for longer measurement times, which give more accurate results, for
example for Positive Material Identification. Use a sample bag or sample cup, and carefully place it
over the measurement window. Make sure that the lid is firmly closed, and then take the
measurement.
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3.8 Choose The Right Method
The application defines how the X-MET8000 series analyses the sample. The available applications
depend upon the version of the X-MET8000 series.
The X-MET8000 includes ‘LE’ in some of the method names, for example Stainless LE or Alloy LEFP.
The LE refers to ‘light elements’, and these methods can analyze alloys that include magnesium,
aluminum, silicon, phosphorous and sulfur.
The choice of method optimizes all the measurement parameters within the X-MET8000 series so
that it can make the most accurate measurement for that particular type of sample. It also chooses
a particular calibration to analyze the measurement.
Methods include:
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Auto select modes
Empirical methods
Fundamental parameter methods
Auto select modes, fundamental parameter methods and Empirical methods are not available to an
operator, because they can choose Applications instead. All methods are available to a supervisor.
3.9 Auto Select Modes
Auto select modes have a ‘Mode’ suffix’, for example Alloy Mode, RoHS Mode. After an identification
scan, the mode chooses the most applicable method to measure the sample with. It uses this order
to choose a calibration:
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3.
Empirical methods
Fundamental parameter methods
A recalculation method
The supervisor can define the recalculation method. It is only used when a sample cannot be
identified by any of the empirical or fundamental parameter calibrations.
3.10 Empirical Methods
Empirical methods are available for many alloy groups, for example: aluminum, cobalt, copper,
nickel, low alloy steel, stainless steel, tool steel, solder tin and many more. They compare the
unknown sample to a set of calibration curves and other parameters, and then calculate the
concentrations of the elements. Measurements from a series of standards with known assay values
create the calibration curves for the specific analyzer. The standards have different concentrations of
a set of elements that span a range of concentrations.
Empirical methods are more accurate than fundamental parameter methods, but only when the
unknown sample is within the range of concentrations. If an element in the unknown sample is
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outside the range of concentrations, a greater than, >, or less than, <, indicator appears next to the
concentration. If this occurs, review the results and decide if another method is more applicable.
3.11 Fundamental Parameter Methods
Fundamental parameter methods are abbreviated to ‘FP’ and use a complex mathematical analysis
of X-ray fluorescence to calculate the concentrations of elements in the sample. It is less accurate
than a similar empirical method, but it is accurate over a much wider range of element
concentrations.
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Alloy FP
Use Alloy FP to analyze the common elements found in alloys. The
concentration range for each element is from 0 % to 100 %.
Alloy LE FP
Alloy LE FP is similar to Alloy FP, but also includes the light elements, for
example Mg, Al and Si. The concentration range for each element is from
0 % to 100 %.
Metal FP
Use Metal FP to analyze the elements found in alloys and in particular
hazardous elements, for example Pb, Cd, Hg and Br. The concentration
range for each element is from 0 % to 100 %.
Drywall FP
Use Drywall FP to analyze Sr content found in drywall.
Drywall LE FP
Use Drywall LE FP to analyze S and Sr content found in drywall.
Wood FP
Use Wood FP to analyze Chromated Copper Arsenate (CCA) treated
wood.
Precious FP
Use Precious FP to analyze the elements found in alloys and in particular
precious metals, for example Au, Ag, Pt. The concentration range for
each element is from 0 % to 100 %.
Aluminum FP
Use Aluminum FP to analyze the heavy elements found in aluminum
alloys, for example Cr, Cu, Zn and Pb. But, do not use it to analyze light
elements, for example Al and Si.
Plastic FP
Use Plastic FP to analyze hazardous elements in plastics, for example Pb,
Cd, Hg and Br.
Soil FP
Use Soil FP to analyze heavy element concentrations insoil.
Soil LE FP
Soil LE FP is similar to Soil FP, but also includes the light elements, for
example Al and Si.
Mining FP
Use Mining FP to analyze the common elements found in mining, for
example Ni, Cu, Zn and Sn.
Mining LE FP
Mining LE FP is similar to Mining FP, but also includes the light elements,
for example Al, Si, S and P.
Mining MidS FP
Mining HighS FP is similar to Mining FP
Mining HighS FP
Mining HighS FP is similar to Mining FP
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4 Application Methods
Applications are used in the X-MET8000 series to make selecting the correct analysis method easier
for the operator.
The Operator user can only select Applications as measurement method. The Supervisor user can
also create new, modify and delete Applications.
Application names can be changed to better suit the operators needs and aid in the correct method
selection for each use case.
The Default Method always needs to be set for an application to be valid.
If the instrument has light elements mode, you can configure an application with an additional Light
Elements method. This allows the operator a choice between accurate or faster measurements by
including or excluding the light elements in the analysis. The operator can switch the light elements
mode ON and OFF at will by tapping the respective toggle button at the top of the Application
Settings view.
If the instrument is equipped with the optional Collimator Hardware feature, a separate set of
methods can be configured for the Collimator ON mode. Calibrations intended to be used in this
section make use of a small-radius collimator (aperture) to focus the X-rays into a tighter beam,
allowing precision measurements from a smaller target area. As above, the operator can toggle the
Collimator feature ON or OFF by tapping the respective button in the upper part of the Application
Settings view. The Viewfinder panel contains another Collimator ON/OFF toggle switch for quick
access.
4.1 Create A New Application
Follow these steps to create an application.
1.
Tap Menu, and then tap Method.
The Select Method screen appears.
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2.
Tap Tools > New Application
The Application Settings screen appears.
3.
4.
Tap and enter a name for the new application.
To enable or disable Light Elements measurement for the application, tap Light Elements ON or
OFF depending on the application.
Tap Collimator ON or OFF depending on the sample size.
Note: The Collimator can also be enabled or disabled from the Viewfinder button on the main
screen.
Tap Default Method to select the default calibration to be used for the Collimator OFF Mode.
Note: In order to create a single-method application on an instrument that supports light
elements, select the same method both in the “Default Method” field and in the “Light Elements
Method” field.
5.
6.
7.
Tap Light Element Method to select the calibration to be used for light elements.
A calibrated method must be selected as Light Element Method for the Application, if no Light
Element Method is selected the Application have a Not Calibrated status.
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8.
Select Default and Light element method for Collimator ON Mode’s default and light element
Methods if the collimator is ON.
Note: In order to create a single-method application on an instrument that supports light
elements, select the same method both in the “Default Method” field and in the “Light Elements
Method” field.
9. Tap Accept to save the changes.
10. Tap on the created Application to select it.
11. Tap Back to return to the main screen.
4.2 Modify An Application
Follow these steps to modify an existing application.
1.
Tap Menu, and then tap Method. The Select Method screen appears.
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Tap Edit (pencil) next to the Application to modify.
The Application Settings screen appears.
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4.
5.
6.
Tap
Tap
Tap
Tap
on the parameter to modify.
Accept.
on the created Application to select it.
Back to return to the main screen.
4.3 Delete An Application
Follow these steps to delete an application.
1.
Tap Menu, and then tap method.
The Select Method screen appears.
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Tap Edit (pencil) next to the Application to modify.
The Application Settings screen appears.
3.
Tap Tools > Delete Application to delete the
application.
4.
Tap Back to return to the main screen.
4.4 Measure A Sample With The Collimator ON Mode
Follow the below steps to measure a sample with the application method using the Collimator ON
Mode.
1.
2.
Select a calibrated application method as measurement method.
Select the Viewfinder icon on the main screen and select Collimator ON.
Note: When the Collimator is ON, the collimator ON button on the main results screen turns to
orange colour to notify the user that the device is now in a special measuring mode which
requires more attention from the operator for aiming the sample correctly. Whenever the XMET8000 device is placed on the sample, View finder panel opens and it can be hidden by
selecting View finder button or simply by removing the X-MET8000 away from the sample.
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3.
Pull the trigger of the X-MET8000 device to measure.
Note: The View finder panel is always open during the measurement. As soon as the
measurement is complete, View-finder panel hides away and the measurement result appears
on the screen.
4.5 Measure A Sample With The Collimator OFF Mode
Follow below steps to measure a sample with an application method using the Collimator OFF Mode.
1.
2.
Select a calibrated application method as measurement method.
Select the Viewfinder icon on the main screen and then select Collimator OFF.
Note: When the Collimator is OFF, the Collimator OFF button on the main results screen turns
gray.
3.
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5 Analyze And Report Results
For RoHS and plastic samples, the density and thickness can affect the result. It is possible to add
this information, and improve the measurement accuracy. However, it is necessary to add both
thickness and density information to improve the results.
Occasionally, a measurement can produce a peculiar result, for example, a much higher
concentration of a particular element. When this occurs, it is possible to view the spectrum for the
result. This shows the raw sample information, with a series of peaks for each of the elements in the
sample. It is then possible to add XRF lines to the spectrum, for each element in the sample. These
lines can clearly show if a peak is associated with a particular element, or not.
An operator can make many measurements during a day. It is possible to record all necessary
information about the sample and the measurement conditions, and include this as Additional
Information. This will assist the measurement analysis when all the measurements are complete.
The supervisor can define the required information.
The operator will see the same information fields, and know that they must add this information.
When all the measurements are complete, it is possible to connect the X-MET8000 series to a PC
and create a report. This can include the density and thickness and any Additional Information.
Refer to Operation With a PC to create a report.
5.1 Set Sample Properties
Set the properties of a sample.
Sample properties can include fixed elements, sample thickness and sample density.
5.2 Add Density And Thickness
The density and thickness of the sample are important factors that affect the quality of a
measurement. It is possible to record these values with the sample results. Follow these steps to
add density and thickness information. It is necessary to add both to improve the measurement
accuracy
1.
Navigate: Menu > Sample Name > Set Sample Properties.
The Sample Properties screen appears.
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2.
Do one of the following:
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Tap Sample Thickness
•
Tap Sample Density
3.
Use the numeric keypad to type the value, and then tap Accept to return to the Sample
Thickness & Density screen.
Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
4.
5.3 About Fixed Elements
Elements can be fixed to the result screen, they will always be present regardless of their presence
in the measured sample.
It is possible to add, delete, modify, enable and disable fixed elements depending on application.
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5.3.1 Add Fixed Elements
Add fixed elements to sample properties.
1.
Navigate: Menu > Sample Name > Set Sample Properties then tap Add Fixed elements.
The Add Fixed Elements screen appears.
2.
Tap Add new element.
The Select Element screen appears.
3.
4.
Tap on the element to include in fixed elements and then tap Accept
Use the numeric keypad to enter the percentage, and then tap Back to return to the Add Fixed
Elements screen.
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5.
6.
Tap Accept to return to the Sample Properties screen.
Tap Back twice to return to the main screen.
5.3.2 Modify Or Delete Fixed Elements
Fixed elements can be enabled and disabled by tapping on the listed element, active elements have
a check mark next to them. Disabled elements will not be present in the result screen.
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1.
Navigate: Menu > Sample Name > Set Sample Properties > Add Fixed Elements.
The Add Fixed Elements screen appears.
2.
Tap on the pencil next to the element to modify or delete it.
The Edit Element screen appears.
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Do one of the following:
•
Tap Percentage to modify the element percentage
•
Tap Delete Element and then tap OK to delete the element from the fixed
elements list.
4.
Edit the percentage using the numeric keypad, and then tap Accept to return to the Add
Fixed element screen.
5.
6.
Tap Back to return to the Sample Properties screen.
Tap Back twice to return to the main screen.
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5.4 Add An Item To Additional Information
It is possible to add Additional Information about the sample. The measurement result can include
this information. The supervisor can add items for an operator to use and add details to, when they
make measurements. The detail for the item could be a prompt to assist the operator.
These are some examples of Additional Information:
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•
•
The name of the operator.
The sample condition: wet or dry, fine or coarse.
Notes about the sample preparation: paint or coating removal; use of a sample cup or
the background plate.
Follow these steps to add an item to Additional Information, and then add a detail to the new item.
5.4.1 Add A New Item
1.
Navigate: Menu > Sample Name
The Sample Information screen appears.
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2.
Tap: Tools > Add or Remove.
The Add Or Remove Additional Info screen appears.
3.
Tap: Tools > Add New Item.
The Add or Remove Additional Info screen has a new, blank item.
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5.
6.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to the new item. The Modify - screen appears.
Tap the blank item box.
Use the virtual keyboard to type the name for the new item, and then tap Accept to
return to the Modify - screen.
Add a detail to the new item
7.
8.
9.
Tap: Tools > Add New Detail.
A new, blank detail appears on the Modify - screen.
Tap Edit next to the new detail.
Use the virtual keyboard to type the new detail, and then tap Accept to return to the Modify screen.
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10. Tap the new detail box to select it, and then tap Accept to return to the Add or Remove
Additional Info screen.
11. Tap Back again to return to the Sample Information screen.
The Sample Information screen includes the new item, with its detail.
12. Tap the new item box to select it, and then tap Accept to return to the main screen.
5.4.2 Edit Detail For An Item Of Additional Information
It is possible to add Additional Information about the sample. The supervisor can add items for an
operator to use when they make measurements. The operator must edit the details, and make sure
that both the item and the detail for the item are selected.
Follow these steps to edit the details for an item of Additional Information that already exists.
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The Sample Information screen appears, with one or more items of Additional Information.
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Tap Edit (pencil) next to the item of Additional Information. The Modify - screen appears.
3.
Tap Edit next to the detail.
4.
Use the virtual keyboard to type the new value for the detail, and then tap Accept to return to
the Modify - screen.
5.
Make sure that the details box is selected, and if necessary, tap it to select it. Then tap Accept.
The Sample Information screen shows the changes to the item of Additional Information.
6.
Make sure that the item of Additional Information is selected, and if necessary, tap it to select
it. Then tap Back to return to the main screen.
5.5 View The Spectra
It is possible to view the X-ray spectrum for a result. This can confirm if an element does have the
concentration shown in the results. It is possible to zoom into the spectrum, and also show the X-ray
fluorescence lines for selected elements.
It is possible for a single result to have more than one spectrum, this is often the case when
measuring light elements. Different measurement conditions produce the spectra, for example,
different excitation voltages. The individual spectra are shown on the same graph in different
colours. It is possible to scroll between the measurements conditions for the spectra.
It is possible to view the spectrum for all results, from the Results screen and the History Results
screen.
Follow these steps to view the spectrum, when a result is visible.
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5.5.1 Access Spectrum
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From the Results screen, the History Results screen or the Test Measurement screen,
tap: Tools > Show Spectra.
The Spectrum screen appears.
2.
If there is more than one spectrum, tap the small black arrow at the bottom of the screen on
the left or right.
The Spectrum screen changes to show the other measurement conditions and its spectrum are
put in front.
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3.
Tap Tools.
The Spectrum screen Tools menu appears.
4.
Tap one of the Zoom with tap options.
• Choose Both axes to be able to zoom into a small peak.
• Choose X-axis to show each peak relative to the main peak.
5.
Tap one of the peaks to zoom into it. Tap it successively to zoom into it again. A cursor line
appears on the spectrum, and moves to where the tap occurred. The energy at the cursor
appears underneath the spectrum.
Press and slide the spectrum to left or right to find the peaks.
6.
Tap: Tools > Fit to Window to return to the whole spectrum.
5.5.3 Add XRF Lines To The Spectrum
7.
Tap: Tools > XRF Line Display.
The Select Elements screen appears.
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8.
Tap an element symbol to select it.
Press and slide, or flick the list to scroll up and down to find an element.
Refer to: Sort and search the element list.
9.
Tap Accept to return to the Spectrum screen.
The spectrum now includes the XRF lines for the selected elements.
10. Tap Back to return to the Results screen.
5.5.4 Select Elements
Follow these steps to select elements, when the Select Elements screen appears.
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Tap Tools to sort and search the element list. The Select Elements screen Tools menu
appears.
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Tap Search
The Add Elements - Search screen appears, with the virtual keyboard.
3.
Type the first letter of the element.
Elements with that first letter in the name or symbol appear.
4.
If necessary, type a second letter, or tap the required element if it is visible.
The Select Elements screen appears, with the element selected.
Repeat these steps to add all elements.
5.
If necessary, tap Clear all the selections to clear the element selection.
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5.5.5 Save The Spectra
Follow these steps to save the spectra to TXT files on a USB memory device.
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Open the connector cover underneath the display to access the external connections.
2.
Plug a USB memory device into the USB A connector.
3.
From the Results screen, the History Results screen or the Test Measurement screen, tap:
Tools > Show Spectra. The Spectrum screen appears.
4.
Tap Tools > Save Spectra to USB Memory. The spectra are each saved to its own TXT file on
the USB memory device.
5.
Tap Back to return to the Results screen.
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6 Modify The Results Screen
The X-MET8000 series has powerful features to show results. As well as Normal for single
measurements and Average for batch measurements, a supervisor can create a custom Results
screen format. These can include:
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A specific set of elements.
The information shown for each element.
High and low limits for each element, with optional colour coding and an alarm message.
Alarm messages for combinations of element limits.
Results screen formats do not change the XRF analysis. It is possible to switch from a custom format
with a restricted set of elements to Normal to see the full set of results. Custom formats are ideal for
repetitive analysis and production environments. These can allow an operator to quickly determine
whether a measurement meets specification (pass or fail), or whether a confirmation measurement
is necessary.
When analysing metals, the results are compared to the comprehensive grade table, and all Results
screen formats include grade information. The grade table uses AISI, other available grade tables
include DIN, JIS and Au Karat grades. The supervisor can edit grades, and can add new grades. For
example, a supervisor can use a custom grade to indicate a successful match to a specific set of
criteria. In production environments, a successful match could indicate a pass, and in a RoHS
environment it could indicate a safe sample.
The grade table is selected in the result view settings and should be selected according to the
method. A supervisor would need to instruct an operator to use a specific method or choice of
methods, with a specific Results screen format. This combination of method and Results screen
format would allow an operator to quickly assess samples, and derive the necessary results.
6.1 About Results Screen Formats
A supervisor can create a custom Results screen format. This is limited to a specific set of elements,
and only those elements appear on the Results screen. The supervisor can choose the elements to
include in the screen format. This does not, however, affect the actual measurement, but only how
the results from the measurement are shown. If a chosen element is not included in a particular
method, the result for that element is not applicable, and the screen shows ‘N/A’.
The supervisor can choose what information about the elements to include on the Results screen,
such as the concentration unit and displayed columns. The units to show element concentrations
and a choice of Results screen columns.
Each element selected for the screen format can have an optional low limit or a high limit or both. If
the result is less than the low limit, or greater than the high limit, then it trips that limit. When a
measurement trips a limit, the screen shows this with a choice of colour or an alarm message or
both. The available colors are from the simple traffic light system: green, orange and red. The
supervisor can define the text of the alarm message. Limits are always a percentage value, even
when the Results screen shows the value in parts per million.
One of the parameters to set is a +/- Coefficient, for the standard deviation. It adjusts the limits to
account for the spread of measurements. The +/- Coefficient is typically an integer between 0 and
5, and has the effect of reducing the low alarm limit, and increasing the high alarm limit.
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In addition to the alarm for each individual element, the supervisor can set one or more additional
alarms that use combinations of the element limits. A combination alarm can use one or more of
the limits set for individual elements. The combination can be a logical OR, or a logical AND. A
measurement trips a logical OR alarm when it trips any of the selected limits, but only trips a
logical AND alarm when it trips all of the selected limits. The supervisor can define the text of the
alarm message.
Alarms are only activated after the Minimum Test Time. This is to ensure that the alarms are not
tripped too soon during a measurement.
6.1.1 Pseudo-elements
Using Pseudo Elements the X-MET8000 series can show user-specified materials "Pseudo-elements".
Each new Pseudo-element will be stored and added to the list of Pseudo-elements available.
It is possible for a supervisor to add, edit and remove compounds in the Pseudo-elements settings.
A Pseudo-element can use equations to link any elements and analytes together. For example, in the
cement industry they might use the Lime Saturation Factor to control their process "LSF =
0.715*Ca/(1.784*Si+0.635*Al+0.454*Fe)".
Balance
Balance function in the X-MET8000 series informs the user of how much in the sample is not
reported. Balance can be enabled in the Result Format Menu.
Balance = 100% - Sum (all displayed elements).
Balance informs the user of how much in the sample is not “reported”. This could be nonmeasurable elements (C, O, N, or lights elements) or elements that the user chose not to display.
Note: “All displayed elements” are all elements selected for display. This does not use the
compounds concentrations. It uses elemental concentrations.
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6.1.2 A Custom Results Screen
The X-MET8000 series provides full control of all these aspects of the Results screen.
Table 1: Typical custom Results screen
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2
3
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Element list
+/- Co-efficient
Colored individual alarms
Individual alarms
Combination alarms
4
2
5
2
2
Element list
Select the elements that appear on the Results screen.
+/- Coefficient
Select the +/- Coefficient that appear on the Results
screen.
Coloured individual alarms
Colour coded alarms can follow the traffic light system.
Individual alarm message
Create messages for individual alarms.
Combination alarm message
Create messages for a combination of alarms.
Sort elements or concentration
Tap on the header to sort the result screen by elements or
concentration.
Fixed elements on normal result
screen
The normal results screen can show Fixed elements.
Fixed elements always showing
Fixed elements are always present in the result list
regardless of their presence in the measured sample
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Table 2: Typical custom Results screen with Pseudo-elements and Balance
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2
3
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Pseudo element list
+/- Co-efficient
Element list
Coloured individual alarms
Balance
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Pseudo-element list
The selected Pseudo-elements appear first on the Results
screen.
Element list
Select the elements that appear on the Results screen.
+/- Coefficient
Select the +/- Coefficient that appear on the Results
screen.
Colored individual alarms
Color coded alarms can follow the traffic light system.
Balance
Balance = 100% - Sum (all displayed elements).
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Follow these steps to add a custom results format and select the elements and Pseudo-elements to
include in the results format.
Add A Results Format
1.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Result View Settings.
The Result View Settings screen appears.
2.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to Format to view the available results formats. The Available Result
Format screen appears.
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Tap: Tools > Add New.
The Available Result Formats screen has a new results format.
4.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to New format. The Modify - screen appears.
5.
6.
Tap: Name to enter a name for the result format.
Enter an appropriate name using the virtual keyboard and then tap Accept to return to the
Modify - screen.
7.
Tap: Elements And Limits.
The Elements And Limits screen appears.
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Tap: Tools > Add Element.
The Elements selection screen appears.
9.
Tap an element symbol to select it. Selected elements will have a checkmark. Press and slide,
or flick the list to scroll up and down to find an element. Refer to: to sort and search the
element list.
Note: It is possible at this stage to select elements even if they are not included in the
Methods/calibrations.
10. Tap Accept to return to the Elements And Limits screen. The results format includes the
selected elements.
11. To reorder the element list, tap the up or down arrow on the element line.
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12. Tap Tools to add or delete elements from the list, and to set limits for the selected element.
To Add Combination Alarms.
13. Tap Accept to return to the Modify - screen.
14. Do one of the following:
15. Tap Pseudo-elements to add Pseudo-elements to the results format.
16. To continue without adding Pseudo-elements.
17. Tap Tools > Add Element.
The Pseudo-elements list appears. If the desired Pseudo-element is not listed, the supervisor
can create a new one in Results > View Settings.
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18. Tick the Pseudo-elements and compounds to include in the result format. Press and slide, or
flick the list to scroll up and down to find an element. The selected Pseudo-elements have a
checkmark next to them.
19. Tap Accept to return to the Pseudo-elements screen.
The results format includes the selected Pseudo-elements.
To reorder the Pseudo-element list, tap the up or down arrow on the Pseudo-element line.
20. Tap Tools to add or delete Pseudo-elements from the selection, or to set limits for selected
Pseudo-elements. To add Combination Alarms, refer to Add Combination Alarms section.
21. Tap Accept to return to the Modify - screen.
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22. Tap Balance to enable or disable the Balance function.
Balance has a tick against it when enabled.
23. Tap Accept again to return to the Available Result Formats screen. Make sure that the
applicable result format has a tick against it.
24. Tap Back again to return to the Result View Settings screen. Make sure that Format has a tick
against it.
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25. Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
6.1.4 Configure A Results Screen Format
It is necessary to add a custom Results screen format before this procedure. Alarms are only
activated after the Minimum Test Time. Follow these steps to configure the Results screen format.
Select The Results Screen Format
1.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Result View Settings.
The Result View Settings screen appears.
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Tap Edit (pencil) next to Format.
The Available Result Formats screen appears.
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Tap Edit (pencil) next to the applicable format.
The Modify - screen appears.
4.
Select The Units
Tap Units.
The Units screen appears.
5.
Tap one of the following to choose the units for the result format:
6.
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Tap
PPM
Percent
From Calibration
Edit (pencil) next to Percent.
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8.
9.
Use the numeric keypad to type the number of decimal places to show, and then tap Accept to
return to the Units screen.
Tap Back to return to the Modify - screen.
Select The Results Screen Columns
Tap Result Columns.
The Show In Results List screen appears.
10. Tap ON or OFF for each of the settings, as applicable, and then tap Accept to return to the
Modify screen.
Set The Minimum Test Time
11. Tap Minimum Test Time.
The Set Minimum Test Time screen appears.
12. Use the numeric keypad to type the minimum test time, and then tap Accept to return to the
Modify screen.
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13. Tap Back twice to return to the Result View Settings screen.
14. Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
6.1.5 Set Sticky Elements
Elements can be chosen as "sticky" in the concentrations result view, these elements will be included
and presented at the top of the result screen regardless of their presence in the measured sample or
results. Sticky elements are represented by a pin next to the element. Follow these steps to set
Sticky Elements.
1.
In the result view, tap on and keep pressed an element until the row changes color to pin it to
the result view.
The Result Screen changes.
The sticky elements will be presented at top of the results regardless of their presence in the
measured sample. Sticky elements override the sorting buttons in the title bar. Sticky elements
will be presented first and their internal order follows the selected sorting.
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2.
To un-pin an element, tap and hold on the element until the row changes color.
6.1.6 Add Limits And Individual Alarms
It is necessary to add a custom Results screen format before this procedure. Limits are always a
percentage value, even when the Results screen shows the value in parts per million. The +/Coefficient is typically an integer between 0 and 5, and has the effect of reducing the low alarm
limit, and increasing the high alarm limit. Follow these steps to add the limits and an alarm on an
individual element.
Select The Results Format
1.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Result View Settings.
The Result View Settings screen appears.
2.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to Format.
The Available Result Formats screen appears.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to the applicable format. The Modify - screen appears.
3.
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Select The Element
4. Do one of the following:
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Tap Elements And Limits
•
Tap Pseudo-elements
Note: The same procedure applies for Elements and Pseudo-elements.
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Tap Tools > Add Element.
The Elements selection screen appears.
6.
Tick the elements to include in the result format.
Press and slide, or flick the list to scroll up and down to find an element. The selected elements
have a checkmark next to them.
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Select the element, and then tap: Tools > Set Limits For Selected Element. The Set Limits screen appears.
Add The Limits
8. Do one of the following:
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Tap Low Limit
•
Tap High Limit
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Tap Very Low Limit
•
Tap Very High Limit
The applicable Limit - screen appears.
9.
Tap the ON tick box.
The Limit - screen changes.
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10. Tap Alarm Limit.
11. Use the numeric keypad to type the value for the limit, and then tap Accept to return to the
Limit - screen.
12. Tap +/- Coefficient.
13. Use the numeric keypad to type the value for the standard deviation coefficient, and then tap
Accept to return to the Limit - screen.
14. Tap Message.
15. Use the virtual keyboard to type the message for the limit, and then tap Accept to return to the
Limit - screen.
16. Tap Highlight Color.
The Highlight Color - screen appears.
17. Tap one of the colors, and then tap Accept to return to the Limit - screen.
18. Tap Back to return to the Set Limits - screen. Repeat these steps for the other limit, if required.
The Set Limits - screen shows a summary of the limits.
19. Tap Back to return to the Elements And Limits screen. Repeat these steps for the other
elements, if required.
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The Elements And Limits screen shows the elements and their limits.
20. Tap Back five times to return to the main screen.
6.1.7 Add Combination Alarms
It is necessary to add a custom Results screen format before this procedure. It is also necessary to
add limits to individual elements. The combination can be a logical OR, or a logical AND. A
measurement trips a logical OR alarm when it trips any of the selected limits, but only trips a logical
AND alarm when it trips all of the selected limits. Follow these steps to add a combination alarm.
Select The Results Format
1.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Result View Settings.
The Result View Settings screen appears.
2.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to Format.
The Available Result Formats screen appears.
3.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to the applicable format.
The Modify - screen appears.
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5.
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Tap: Tools > Create Limit Alarm Tests.
The Limit Alarm Tests screen appears.
Add A Combination Alarm
Tap: Tools > Add New.
The Limit Alarm Tests screen has a new combination alarm.
Tap New Test.
The Modify Limit Test screen appears.
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8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
Tap Name.
Use the virtual keyboard to type a name for the combination alarm, and then tap Accept to
return to the Modify Limit Test screen.
Tap Message.
Use the virtual keyboard to type the message for the alarm, and then tap Accept to return to
the Modify Limit Test screen.
Tap Test Criteria.
The Limit Test - Test Criteria screen appears.
It includes all the limits for the individual elements and Pseudo-elements included in the result
format with Pseudo-elements limits presented first.
Do one of the following:
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Tap AND
•
Tap OR
Tap the individual alarms to select them for the combination, and then tap Accept to return to
the Modify Limit Test screen.
Tap Back to return to the Limit Alarm Tests screen. This shows the name of the new
combination alarm.
Tap Back six times to return to the main screen.
6.1.8 About The Grade Table
The X-MET8000 series contains a very extensive grade library based on grades defined by
AISI,DIN,JIS and GB standards. Every user can choose the correct table for his or her own needs.
When a measurement uses a particular method, selecting an applicable grade table provides the
possible grades for the sample. For some materials there are very extensive grade tables, for
example iron and stainless steel, however grade tables are not available for all materials, for
example plastics.
It is possible for a supervisor to edit existing grades in the table, and it is possible to add new grades
to a table. It is also possible to delete a grade, and to delete analytes from a grade.
There are three main steps to configure a new grade:
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•
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Add a new grade, and define its name.
Add analytes to the grade.
Set the limits for each analyte.
It is also possible to define the precision and the limits that define a match to a grade, and the
number of possible matches. These settings affect all grades for every method. The grade settings
are:
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•
•
The maximum number of possible grades shown.
The coefficient for a grade match.
The limits that define good and possible matches. Use this table as a guide to adjust
these settings.
Grade coefficient
Good match
Possible match
1.0
1.0
5.0
Increase
Increase
Increase
Decrease
Decrease
Decrease
If the grade coefficient is set to 0, the result must be within the grade upper and lower limit to
display the corresponding grade name. If the coefficient is set to n (n= an integer > 0), grade limits
are expanded by n*RMS error. Value 1 is a good starting point.
Good match limit is the threshold limit for Good match. A difference value is calculated how close
the measurement result is compared to the grade specification. If the results of all elements match
the grade specification, the difference is 0.
If the difference is higher than the Good match limit, but lower than the Possible match limit, this is
presented as a Possible match.
6.1.9 Add A Grade To A Grade Table
Follow these steps to add a grade to a grade table, add analytes to the new grade, and set limits for
an analyte.
6.2.9.1
Add A Grade
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Navigate: Menu > Settings > Result View Settings > Grade > Grade Table Editor.
The Available Grade Libraries screen appears.
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2.
If the list of grade libraries is long, press and slide the list to scroll it up or down, then tap a
Grade Library to select it.
3.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to the grade to show the grade library. The Grade Library screen
appears.
4.
Tap: Tools > Add Grade.
5.
Use the virtual keyboard to type the name for the new grade, and then tap Accept and scroll
down to the newly created Grade and tap on it.
The View/Modify Grade - screen appears.
Add Analytes To The Grade
6.
7.
Tap: Tools > Add Analyte(s) to Grade. The Select Elements screen appears.
Tap an element symbol to select it.
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Press and slide, or flick the list to scroll up and down to find an element. Refer to: to sort and
search the element list.
8.
6.2.9.3
Tap Accept to return to the View/Modify Grade - screen. The grade includes the selected
elements.
Set Limits For The Analytes
9.
Tap one of the analytes.
The Modify Grade Analyte - screen appears.
10. Do one of the following:
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Tap Lower Limit
•
Tap Upper Limit
11. Use the numeric keypad to type the value, and then tap Accept.
Repeat these steps for the other limit, if required.
12. Tap Delete Analyte, if required.
The Warning dialog box appears. Select OK. This removes the analyte from the grade, and
returns to the View/Modify Grade - screen.
13. Tap Accept to return to the View/Modify Grade - screen, and tap Accept again to return to the
Grade Library for the Method.
14. Tap Back five times to return to the main screen.
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6.2.9.4
Configure Grade Settings
The grade settings are all numeric values. Follow these steps to configure them.
1.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Result View Settings > Grade.
The Grade Settings screen appears.
2.
For Grade Calculation, tap the ON tick box.
When ON is selected, the result screen will show a grade.
Do one of the following:
•
Tap Number of Grades
•
Tap Grade Coefficient
•
Tap Good Match Limit
•
Tap Possible Match Limit
3.
4.
5.
Use the numeric keypad to type the new value, and then tap Accept to return to the Grade
Settings screen.
Repeat these steps for other grade settings, if required.
Tap Back three times to return to the main screen.
6.1.10 About Pseudo Elements
If the desired Pseudo-element is not listed, the supervisor can create a new one in the global list of
Pseudo-elements.
It is possible for a supervisor to add, edit and remove compounds in the Pseudo-elements settings.
A Pseudo-element can use equations to link any elements and analytes together. For example, in the
cement industry they might use the Lime Saturation Factor to control their process "LSF =
0.715*Ca/(1.784*Si+0.635*Al+0.454*Fe)".
How to calculate an element-to-compound concentration conversion factor: Element A is displayed
as compound AxByCz.
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MA is the atomic mass of element A, MB the atomic mass of element B, etc. The atomic mass of the
compound is: xMA+yMB+zMC.
The conversion factor from A to AxByCz is (xMA+yMB+zMC)/xMA.
6.2.10.1 Create A New Pseudo Element
Follow these steps to create a new Pseudo-element.
Note: The supervisor will also be able to delete compounds.
1.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Result View Settings.
The Result View Settings screen appears.
2.
Scroll down to Settings and Tap Pseudo-elements. The Available Pseudo-elements screen
appears.
3.
Tap: Tools > Create New Element.
The Add/Edit Pseudo-element screen appears.
Tap Name.
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5.
Enter an appropriate name using the virtual keyboard and then tap Accept to return to the
Add/Edit - screen.
6.
Tap Formula to enter a formula for the new Pseudo-element.
7.
Enter an appropriate name using the virtual keyboard and then tap Accept to return to the
Add/Edit - screen.
The formula can include any elements and analytes and supports basic math functions + - * / ^
and ( ).
The formula does not check for elements and analytes so ensure that the correct element or
analyte chemical symbols are used. Errors or division by zero in the formula results in N/A
results.
8.
Tap Back to return to the Pseudo-elements - screen.
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9.
Tap Back to return to the Result View Settings - screen.
The new Pseudo-element can now be included in custom result formats.
10. Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
7 Wireless Connectivity
The X-MET8000 series can connect to Wi-Fi networks in Managed and Ad hoc mode. A typical use
for Wi-Fi is to connect to a PC. This can allow more than one PC to connect to the X-MET8000
series.
The Wi-Fi connection can be used to transfer reports directly to a shared network resource and for
operation of the X-MET8000 series through a PC or tablet device using the WEB-interface or VNC.
The Wi-Fi connection can also be used to control the X-MET8000 series remotely using the XAPI
protocol.
In a managed network the X-MET8000 series can write reports to shared network folders and print
reports to network printers. In addition the X-MET8000 series can be controlled from any computer
on the local network providing that the IP address for the X-MET8000 series is known.
This guide will explain in detail how to connect the X-MET8000 series to a Wi-Fi network, enable
shared folders for file transfer and connect to the X-MET8000 series using a Wi-Fi enabled computer
or tablet.
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Through an ad hoc network connection it is possible to remotely access and control the X-MET8000
series using a WEB-browser or VNC and from the X-MET8000 series use shared folders and printers
physically connected to the computer providing the ad hoc network.
Note that shared network resources may not work in ad hoc mode unless the resources are located
on the device providing the ad hoc network.
The X-MET8000 series can be remotely controlled through a VNC connection and using most
common WEB browsers. This guide includes instructions on how to setup and control the XMET8000 series using a WEB browser running on a PC and through a VNC-connection from a PC and
an iPad.
WEB browsers on mobile devices may not be fully compatible with the X-MET8000 series web
interface, some features might not work properly if used with a mobile device web browser.
Multiple Wi-Fi connected X-MET8000 series devices can be controlled from a single computer using
tabs in the WEB browser, one tab for each X-MET8000 series device.
Using the XAPI interface and a Wi-Fi connection multiple X-MET8000 series devices can be used for
automated operation with a minimum of additional equipment and infrastructure.
7.1 Wireless Connections
The X-MET8000 series can connect to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi networks. Both networks are switched off
by default. A typical use for Bluetooth would be to connect to a Bluetooth printer. A typical use for
Wi-Fi is to connect to a PC. This can allow more than one PC to connect to the X-MET8000 series.
The Wi-Fi connection can be to a broadcast network or to a hidden network. For a broadcast
network, it can be necessary to know the passkey. For a hidden network, it is necessary to know the
SSID. Hidden networks can be either managed or ad-hoc. Managed networks can use either WPA or
WPA2 Personal encryption, and ad hoc networks can use WPA None encryption. If a hidden network
uses encryption, it is necessary to know the passkey. The network administrator will know the type
of network in use, and can provide the SSID and passkey, as applicable.
An ad hoc Wi-Fi network is a decentralized type of wireless network. The network is ad hoc because
it does not rely on a pre-existing infrastructure, such as access points in managed wireless networks.
Network shared folders and printer will most likely not work through an ad hoc network.
A managed Wi-Fi network utilizes access points providing wireless access to the network
infrastructure including shared folders and printers.
Most common full featured web browsers i.e. IE, Mozilla and Chrome will work with the X-MET8000
series web user interface and are platform and X-MET8000 series software version independent.
Many mobile devices use web browsers optimized for mobile web browsing, these might not include
all features required by the X-MET8000 series web GUI. Multiple X-MET8000 series devices running
different software versions can be operated simultaneously using tabs in the web browser.
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7.1.1 Wi-Fi Ad Hoc Network Topology
The laptop provides the Wi-Fi network in ad hoc mode and the X-MET8000 series connects directly
to the laptop. Network resources might not be accessible from the X-MET8000 series.
7.1.2 Wi-Fi Managed Network Topology
In managed networks existing infrastructure like routers and switches connect the clients to the
network, shared resources are accessible from all network connected clients.
7.1.2.1 Add A Bluetooth Connection
Follow these steps to connect to a Bluetooth device.
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The Wireless screen appears.
2.
Tap Bluetooth.
The Bluetooth Settings screen appears.
3.
Tap the ON tick box.
The Bluetooth Settings screen changes.
4.
5.
Tap Set Device Name.
Use the virtual keyboard to type an applicable name, and then tap Accept to return to the
Bluetooth Settings screen.
Tap View Connections.
The Bluetooth Connections screen appears.
Tap: Tools > Discover New Devices.
The Bluetooth Device Discovery screen appears, and a search for the Bluetooth devices begins.
When the search is complete, the screen shows the available Bluetooth devices.
6.
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8.
9.
If necessary, tap: Tools > Discover Again .
Another search for the Bluetooth devices begins, and the Bluetooth Device Discovery screen
updates.
Tap on one of the discovered Bluetooth devices.
The Set Pin Code for Bluetooth Device screen appears.
10. Enter the correct Pin Code.
11. Tap Accept twice to return to the Bluetooth Connections screen. The Bluetooth device is added
to the Bluetooth Connections screen.
12. Tap on the newly added Bluetooth device and select Tools and choose one of the applicable
options.
The Bluetooth Connections screen updates.
13. Tap Accept to return to the Bluetooth Settings screen.
14. Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
7.1.3 Add A Bluetooth Keyboard
Follow these steps to add a Bluetooth keyboard directly to the X-MET8000 series.
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Navigate: Status Bar > Wireless.
The Wireless screen appears.
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3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Tap
The
Tap
The
Bluetooth.
Bluetooth Settings screen appears.
the ON tick box.
Bluetooth Settings screen changes.
Tap Set Device Name.
Use the virtual keyboard to type an applicable name, and then tap Accept to return to the
Bluetooth Settings screen.
Tap View Connections.
The Bluetooth Connections screen appears.
Tap: Tools > Discover New Devices.
The Bluetooth Device Discovery screen appears, and a search for the Bluetooth devices begins.
When the search is complete, the screen shows the available Bluetooth devices.
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8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
If necessary, tap: Tools > Discover Again .
Another search for the Bluetooth devices begins, and the Bluetooth Device Discovery screen
updates.
Tap on the discovered Bluetooth keyboard.
The Set Pin Code for Bluetooth Device screen appears.
Enter the correct Pin Code, verify the correct code from the keyboard guide if necessary.
Tip: If the password does not work, try typing the passkey on the touch screen, then type the
same passkey and press <ENTER> on the Bluetooth keyboard.
Please refer to the keyboard guide for additional information on pairing the keyboard.
Tap Accept twice to return to the Bluetooth Connections screen.
The Bluetooth keyboard is added to the Bluetooth Connections screen.
Tap on the newly added Bluetooth keyboard and select Tools > Connect To Input.
The Bluetooth Connections screen updates. An information message is displayed informing that
the keyboard is connected.
Tap Accept to return to the Bluetooth Settings screen.
Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
The Bluetooth keyboard can be used as input device in all fields where text or numeric input is
applicable.
7.1.4 Check Bluetooth GPS Information
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Once a Bluetooth connection is made to the GPS receiver, it is possible to check the GPS position
data and satellite information. Follow these steps to check the GPS information.
1.
Navigate: Status Bar > Wireless
The Wireless screen appears.
2.
Tap Bluetooth.
The Bluetooth Settings screen appears.
3.
Tap View GPS Information.
The GPS Position Data screen appears.
4.
5.
6.
Tap: Tools > Refresh Now to refresh the GPS Position Data.
Tap: Tools > View Satellites
The GPS Satellite Information screen appears.
Tap Back to return to the GPS Position Data screen.
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7.
8.
Tap Back to return to the Bluetooth Settings screen.
Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
7.1.5 Connect The XMET-8000 Series To A Company Network
The procedure may differ depending on the network security level and server versions used. If the
network utilizes device based authentication or you are unable to connect to the network using the
following steps, please contact your local network administrator for support.
7.1.6 Add A Broadcast Wi-Fi Connection
Follow these steps to connect to a broadcast Wi-Fi network.
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Navigate: Status Bar > Wireless.
The Wireless screen appears.
2.
Tap Wi-Fi.
The Wi-Fi Settings screen appears.
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Tap the ON tick box.
The Wi-Fi Settings screen changes.
4.
Tap View Connections.
The Wi-Fi Connections screen appears and automatically scans for the available Wi-Fi networks.
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Tap one of the Wi-Fi networks.
6.
If the selected Wi-Fi network requires a passkey, use the virtual keyboard to type the passkey
for the network, and then tap Accept to return to the Network Discovery screen.
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If necessary, select the connected network then tap Tools > Forget. When the Wi-Fi is ON next
time, the above network will not be connected automatically.
8.
Tap Back to return to the Wi-Fi Connections screen.
This shows the active Wi-Fi connection.
9.
Tap Back to return to the Wi-Fi Settings screen.
Wait until the Network Information IP address and Mask update in the Wi-Fi Settings screen.
The updated IP address can be used to access the X-MET8000 series from the other computers
that are in the same network.
10. Tap Back twice to exit the Wi-Fi Settings screen.
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7.1.7 Add A Hidden Wi-Fi Connection
Follow these steps to connect to a hidden Wi-Fi network. Managed networks can use either WPA or
WPA2 Personal encryption, and ad hoc networks can use WPA None encryption.
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Navigate: Status Bar > Wireless.
The Wireless screen appears.
2.
Tap Wi-Fi.
The Wi-Fi Settings screen appears.
3.
Tap the ON tick box.
The Wi-Fi Settings screen changes.
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Tap View Connections.
The Wi-Fi Connections screen appears.
5.
Tap: Tools > Add Metwork.
The Connect To Hidden Network screen appears.
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Tap Set SSID.
Use the virtual keyboard to type the SSID, and then tap Accept to return to the Connect To
Hidden Network screen.
8.
Do one of the following:
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Tap Managed
•
Tap Ad Hoc
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Tap Set Authentication.
The Set Authentication Method screen appears.
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•
Tap None
•
Tap WPA & WPA2 Personal
For an adhoc network, the second choice is WPA None.
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11. Tap Accept to return to the Connect to Hidden Network screen. The Connect To Hidden
Network screen changes.
12. Tap Set Passkey.
13. Use the virtual keyboard to type the passkey for the network, and then tap Accept to return to
the Connect To Hidden Network screen.
14. Tap Back to return to the Wi-Fi Settings screen.
Wait until the Network Information IP address and Mask update in the Wi-Fi Settings screen.
The updated IP address can be used to access the X-MET8000 series from the other computers
that are in the same network.
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15. Tap Back twice to exit the Wi-Fi Settings screen.
7.1.8 Add A Barcode Scanner
It is possible to add barcode scanner to the X-MET8000, so that the sample name or the sample
information can be defined by reading its barcode. Switch on the barcode scanner and make sure
that the device can be discovered.
Follow these steps to connect to a Bluetooth barcode reader.
1.
Navigate: Status Bar.
2.
Navigate: Wireless.
The Wireless screen appears.
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Tap Bluetooth.
The Bluetooth Settings screen appears.
Tap the ON tick box.
The Bluetooth Settings screen changes. Bluetooth icon appears on the left side of the status
bar.
5.
6.
Tap Set Device Name to give the X-MET8000 series a device name.
Use the virtual keyboard to type an applicable name, and then tap Accept to return to the
Bluetooth Settings screen.
7.
Tap View Connections.
The Bluetooth Connections screen appears.
8.
Tap: Tools > Discover New Devices.
The Bluetooth Device Discovery screen appears, and a search for the Bluetooth devices begin.
When the search is complete, the screen shows the available Bluetooth devices.
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10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
If necessary, tap: Tools > Discover Again.
Another search for the Bluetooth devices begins, and the Bluetooth Device Discovery screen
updates.
Tap on the discovered barcode device.
The Set Pin Code for Bluetooth device screen appears.
Enter the correct Pin Code. The pin code can be found from the Bluetooth printer guide.
Tap Accept twice to return to the Bluetooth Connections screen. The barcode scanner is added
to the Bluetooth Connections screen.
Tap on the newly added barcode Bluetooth device and select Tools and choose Connect to
Input. The Bluetooth Connections screen updates.
Tap Accept to return to the Bluetooth Settings screen.
Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
Navigate to Menu->Sample Name->Set Sample Name.
Using barcode scanner scans a sample barcode.
The barcode number gets updated in the Set Sample Name screen.
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19. Tap Back to save the changes and return to the Sample Information screen.
20. Tap Back to return to main screen.
7.2 Wireless File Transfers
The X-MET8000 series can store reports directly to a network share over a Wi-Fi connection. Setup
shared folders using the following instructions.
7.2.1 Configure Network Share Settings
Follow the steps below to configure the Network Share Settings.
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Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > Network Share. The Network Share
Settings screen appears.
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Do all of the following:
Set Server
Set Server is the IP address of the server hosting the network share.
Set Share Name
Set Share name is the name of the network share.
Set Directory
Set Directory is the directory path inside the network share.
Set Domain
Set Domain is the domain or workgroup where the user account is created.
Set Username
Set Username is the username of the user to access the network share.
Set Password
Set Password is the password of the user to access the network share.
3.
4.
5.
6.
The system administrator of your network will know the settings of the available shares in the
network, and can provide the necessary information for the Network Share Settings. Use the
virtual keyboard to type the new value, and tap Accept to return to the Network Share settings.
By default automatic report generation is enabled in the Network Share Settings screen. Device
sends the individual result report automatically to network share soon after every
measurement. If needed, tap Send reports OFF to disable automatic report generation.
Tap Report template to select the report template. The Select Report template screen appears.
Tap on the required report template. The report templates which were created in Web GUI
appear in Select Report Template screen. The supervisor can create the report templates from
the Web GUI. For instructions to create a report template please refer to Add a report template.
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8.
9.
Tap Tools to select the report output format. The Select output format menu opens.
Tap on either PDF or CSV output format.
Tap Accept four times to return to the main screen.
7.2.1.1 Write Test File To Network
It is necessary to configure the Network Share Settings before writing a test file to the network.
Follow these steps to write a test file.
1.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > Network Share. The Network Share
Settings screen appears.
2.
Tap Tools > Write Test File.
The Information dialog box appears.
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7.2.1.2 Generate A Report To A Network Share
The Supervisor must configure the network share in order to save reports on the selected network,
and must connect the device to the same Wi-Fi network as the one to which the server hosting the
network share is connected. Please refer to the Supervisor Guide to set this up. Follow the steps
below to generate a report to a Network Share.
1.
Tap Menu, and then tap History.
The History screen appears.
2.
If necessary, the results can be sorted by name, time and method by selecting the sorting
buttons on the title bar. The History screen appears with sorted results.
3.
Tap: Tools > Generate Report
The Report Generator screen appears.
4.
Tap: Tools > Select Template
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The Select Report Template screen appears with the list of the default report templates and
user defined templates which were created in the Web GUI.
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6.
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Tap on the applicable template and then tap Accept to return to the Report Generator screen.
Select the measurement results for the report by tapping on each result row in the Report
Generator screen or tap Tools and select the results using the following options.
•
Filter by
•
Mark All
•
Mark between selected rows
Tap: Tools > Network Share after selecting the results.
The device starts generating the report to the network share. Once the Report is generated,
information dialog box appears.
Tap Back twice to return to the main screen.
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7.2.2 VNC Connection To The X-MET8000 Series
The X-MET8000 series can be used trough VNC over a Wi-Fi connection. Setup a VNC connection
using the following instructions.
Using a VNC connection all the operations that are available locally on the X-MET8000 series is
accessible through a remote screen.
7.2.2.1
Configure VNC Server Settings
It is necessary to have a VNC client on your computer to connect to the X-MET8000 series device's
VNC server. Contact your IT service administrator to setup a VNC client on your computer. A VNC
connection can be established by connecting a VNC client with a VNC server using either the XMET8000 series device's Wi-Fi IP address, or the IP address 10.0.0.1 when using a direct USB
connection. Follow the steps below to configure the VNC server settings in the device.
1.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > VNC Server. The VNC Server Settings
screen appears.
2.
Tap VNC Server ON.
The Information dialog box appears.
3.
4.
Tap OK to return to the VNC Server Settings.
If necessary, do the following to change the VNC screen width and height before setting VNC
Server ON.
•
Set VNC Screen Width
•
Set VNC Screen Height
5.
Use the virtual keyboard to type the new value, and tap Accept to return to the VNC Server
Settings.
To reset the VNC screen width and height to the default values, tap Reset VNC Screen Size.
Tap Back three times to return to the main screen.
6.
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7.2.2.2
Setup A VNC Connection On A PC
Follow these steps to set up a VNC connection on a PC and connect to the X-MET8000 series.
It is necessary to have a VNC client on your computer to connect to the X-MET8000 series device's
VNC server. Contact your IT service administrator to setup a VNC client on your computer. A VNC
connection can be established by connecting a VNC client with a VNC server using either the XMET8000 series device's Wi-Fi IP address, or the IP address 10.0.0.1 when using a direct USB
connection. The VNC Server must be set up on the X-MET8000 series before a connection can be
established.
1.
On the PC, download and install a VNC client, i.e. RealVNC Viewer from
http://www.realvnc.com.
Follow the instructions for the selected software to install the VNC client.
2.
Start the VNC Client on the PC and enter the X-MET8000 series IP address found under
Network settings Status Bar > Wireless > Wi-Fi.
3.
On the VNC client, tap Connect to open the remote connection.
If the VNC client is unable to connect to the X-MET8000 series it might be necessary to disable
and restart the Wi-Fi on the X-MET8000 series, from the Wi-Fi settings, tap OFF and then ON
again to restart the adapter.
4.
If prompted for a passcode in the VNC client, leave this blank.
The X-MET8000 series screen appears on the PC. The X-MET8000 series can now be controlled
from the PC.
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To end the VNC connection, tap Close Connection from the tools menu. The VNC window on
the PC closes.
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7.2.3 Control The X-MET8000 Series Using An iPad
An iPad or similar tablet can be used to control the X-MET8000 series trough VNC over a Wi-Fi
connection. Setup an iPad VNC connection using the following instructions.
7.2.3.1
Setup An iPad To Control The X-MET8000 Series
Follow these steps to install and set up a VNC client on an iPad to connect to the X-MET8000 series.
The same basics can be applied to other tablets.
The Wi-Fi and VNC Server must be set up and started on the X-MET8000 series before a VNC
connection can be established.
1.
On the iPad, purchase and install a VNC client of choice. These instructions are for Mocha VNC
client and can also be used as a guide for other VNC clients.
Follow the instructions for the selected software to install the VNC client.
2.
Start the VNC Client on the iPad. When started for the first time, add a new connection by
tapping on New.
If a connection already exists, use Menu/Add another Server to add new servers. Once a
connection is stored, use the Menu in the upper left corner to switch between
Connect and Configure.
3.
In the VNC client, enter the X-MET8000 series IP address found under Network settings
(Navigate: Status Bar > Wireless > Wi-Fi ) and verify that that the settings in the VNC client
are according to the following table:
Note, 32-bit color mode will not work with the X-MET8000 series, other default settings in
Mocha VNC should be adequate.
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Table 1: Configuration
VNC Server
table
Value
VNC server address
X-MET8000 series IP address
VNC server port
5900
Mac OS X Lion sign on
OFF
VNC password
<optional>
Mac OS X User
<not used>
Mac
ID OS X Password
<not used>
Hardware address (optional)
<optional>
WOL port
9
WOL broadcast
OFF
WOL send ping
OFF
Name (optional)
<optional>
More
Value
Mac OS X server
OFF
Mac keyboard
US or according to keyboard preferences
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32bit color mode
OFF
Mouse at finger
ON
Show warnings
OFF
Show circle at click
ON
View only mode
OFF
Motions
OFF
Wireless keyboard
OFF
Key click
ON
Toggle black toolbar
OFF
Close session on exit
OFF
Local mouse
ON
Auto lock
OFF
Stylus pen
OFF
Zoom to screen height
ON
4.
Follow the steps in the next chapter to connect and control the X-MET8000 series using the
iPad.
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7.2.3.2
Control The X-MET8000 Series Using An iPad
Follow these steps to connect to the X-MET8000 series using an iPad. The same basics apply also to
other tablets. Wi-Fi and the VNC Server must be set up and started on the X-MET8000 series and
the IP address of the X-MET8000 series must be known before a connection can be established.
1.
Tap on the connection with the IP address for the X-MET8000 series to connect to. If necessary,
tap
Menu in the upper left corner to switch between Connect and Configure.
If no connections exist for the correct IP address, add a new server or modify an existing
connection to match the X-MET8000 series current IP address.
The VNC connection to the X-MET8000 series is started.
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If prompted for a passcode, this can be left blank.
The X-MET8000 series screen appears on the iPad. Log in to the X-MET8000 series as usual,
the X-MET8000 series can now be controlled using the iPad.
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To end the VNC connection, tap Menu Symbol at the bottom of the iPad screen.
4.
Tap Disconnect to end the VNC session. The VNC session ends.
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7.3 Wireless Printing
The X-MET8000 series supports printing Reports directly to a network connected printer over a Wi-Fi
and Bluetooth connection. Setup the wireless printing using the following instructions.
7.3.1 Configure Bluetooth Printer
It is possible to configure a Bluetooth printer to X-MET8000 series. Switch on the Bluetooth Printer
and make sure that the Bluetooth printer is discoverable.
Follow the steps below to configure a Bluetooth printer.
1.
Navigate: Status Bar.
2.
Navigate: Wireless.
The Wireless screen appears.
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3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Tap Bluetooth.
The Bluetooth Settings screen appears.
Tap the ON tick box.
The Bluetooth Settings screen changes. The Bluetooth icon appears on the top right side of the
status bar.
Tap Set Device Name to give the X-MET8000 series a device name.
Use the virtual keyboard to type an applicable name, and then tap Accept to return to the
Bluetooth Settings screen.
Tap View Connections.
The Bluetooth Connections screen appears.
Tap: Tools > Discover New Devices.
The Bluetooth Device Discovery screen appears, and a search for the Bluetooth devices begin.
When the search is complete, the screen shows the available Bluetooth devices.
9.
If necessary, tap: Tools > Discover Again.
Another search for the Bluetooth devices begins, and the Bluetooth Device Discovery screen
updates.
10. Tap on the discovered MW-145BT8524 Bluetooth device.
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The Set Pin Code for Bluetooth Device screen appears.
11. Enter the correct Pin Code and tap Accept.
12. Tap Back to return to the Bluetooth Connections screen.
The Bluetooth printer is added to the Bluetooth Connections screen.
13. Tap on the newly added Bluetooth printer device and select Tools and choose Connect to
Printer.
The Bluetooth Connections screen updates.
14. Tap Accept to return to the Bluetooth Settings screen.
15. Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
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7.3.1.1
Configure A Printer
It is necessary to connect the X-MET8000 series device to a Wi-Fi network before configuring a
printer. Follow the steps below to configure a printer.
Note: In general, the printers which support generic post script will work with X-MET8000. When a
new printer is added to the X-MET8000, by default Generic post script printer Foomatic /PostScript is
selected as model. It is recommended to use the printers which support Generic postscript when
using X-MET8000.
The supervisor must configure network printers.
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Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > Printers.
The Printers screen appears.
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Tap Tools > Add Printer.
The Select Printer screen appears and a search begins for the network printers. When the
search is complete, the screen shows the available Network Printers and Add Other Printer.
3.
4.
If necessary, scan again by selecting Tools > Scan Again.
Tap either on the found Network Printers or Add Other Printer to input the printer information
manually.
The Add/Edit Printer screen appears.
5.
Do the following:
•
Tap Name
The Printer name can be any text, it is used to identity a printer when multiple
printers are configured in the device.
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•
6.
7.
Tap URI
The system administrator will need to provide the IPP address for the printer.
Use the virtual keyboard to type the new value, and tap Accept to return to the Add/Edit Printer
screen.
It is not necessary to change Model as most of the printers work with a default generic
postscript driver which is available in the device. If the user wants to install a different PPD
driver from an USB memory device, then tap Model.
The Printer Model screen appears.
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10.
11.
12.
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Tap Maker to select the applicable maker. Tap Accept to return to the Printer model screen.
The Printer Model screen updates with the new values.
If required, the PPD (PostScript Printer description) file for your printer can be copied from an
USB memory device to the X-MET8000. You may find your printer PPD file from your Printer’s
official web page or from http://www.openprinting.org/printers.Download the PPD file and copy
it to an USB memory device. Connect the USB device to the X-MET8000.
Tap User PPD to install the PPD file for the printer from the USB memory device. The Maker and
Model fields get updated.
Tap Accept.
The Information dialog box appears.
Tap Back to return to the Select Printer screen.
Tap Back 4 times to return to the main screen.
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Print A Test Page
It is necessary to configure a printer before printing a test page. Follow the steps below to print a
test page.
1.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > Printers.
The Printers screen appears.
2.
Select a printer and tap Tools > Maintenance Selected.
The Printer Maintenance screen appears.
3.
Tap Print Test Page.
The Information dialog box appears.
Tap Accept to return to the Printer Maintenance screen.
If the printing of the test page is successful, set the printer as the default printer by selecting
Set As Default Printer in the Printer Maintenance screen.
Tap Back 4 times to return to the main screen.
4.
5.
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7.3.2 Generate A Report To A Printer
The Supervisor must configure a network printer in the device in order to generate reports directly
on a printer, and must connect the device to the same Wi-Fi network as the one to which the
network printer is connected. Please refer to the Supervisor Guide to set this up. Follow the steps
below to generate a report to a printer.
1.
Tap Menu, and then tap History.
The History screen appears.
2.
If necessary, the results can be sorted by name, time and method by selecting the sorting
buttons on the title bar. The History screen appears with sorted results.
3.
Tap: Tools > Generate Report
The Report Generator screen appears.
4.
Tap: Tools > Select Template
The Select Report Template screen appears with the default report template list and also user
defined templates which were created in the Web GUI.
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5.
6.
7.
Tap on the applicable template and then tap Accept to return to the Report Generator screen.
Select the measurement results for the report by tapping on each result row in Report
Generator screen or tap Tools and select results using following options
•
Filter by
•
Mark All
•
Mark between selected rows
Tap: Tools > Printer after selecting results.
The device starts generating the report and sending it to the printer. Once the report is
generated to the printer, an Information dialog box appears.
8.
Tap OK.
The Report Generator screen appears.
9.
Tap Back twice to return to the main screen.
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8 Manage Backups
It is possible to back up the configuration of the X-MET8000 series. This includes calibration data
and application data. The calibration data includes the main calibration data as well as test
calibration data. Application data includes Results screen formats, report templates and Additional
Information about the sample.
The X-MET8000 series creates an internal backup and a backup on a USB memory device at the
same time. It is necessary to have a USB memory device to create a backup, with at least 10 MB of
free disk space. It is possible to restore or to delete a backup from the internal memory or from a
USB memory device.
8.1 Create A Backup
Follow these steps to back up the configuration of the X-MET8000 series.
1.
Open the connector cover underneath the display to access the external connections.
2.
3.
Plug a USB memory device into the USB A connector.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > Configuration Backup. The Backup
Menu screen appears.
Tap Create A New Backup.
An Information dialog box appears.
4.
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Tap OK to start the backup.
The Information dialog box changes to show the progress of the backup. It can take several
minutes. When the backup is complete, the Information dialog box shows the name of the
backup file.
6.
7.
Tap Back three times to return to the main screen.
Remove the USB memory device.
8.2 Restore A Backup
To restore a backup from the internal memory or from a USB memory device, follow these steps.
1. To restore a backup from a USB memory device, follow these twosteps.
a) Open the connector cover underneath the display to access the external connections.
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b) Plug a USB memory device into the USB A connector.
2. Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > Configuration Backup.
The Backup Menu screen appears.
3.
Tap Restore From A Backup.
The Choose Storage Location screen appears.
4.
Do one of the following:
•
Tap Internal Memory
•
Tap USB Memory Stick
The Select Backup screen appears.
5.
Tap the applicable backup.
The Choose Items To Restore screen appears.
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Tap any
•
•
•
or all of the following:
Normal Calibrations
Test Calibrations
Application Data
A tick appears in the applicable box.
7.
Make sure that all the necessary items are selected, and then tap: Tools > Restore Selected
Items.
A Warning dialog box appears.
8.
Tap OK to restore the chosen backup.
When the process is complete, the Safety screen appears.
9.
Remove the USB memory device
8.3 Delete A Backup
To delete a backup from the internal memory or from a USB memory device, follow these steps.
1. To delete a backup from a USB memory device, follow these two steps.
a) Open the connector cover underneath the display to access the external connections.
b) Plug an USB memory device into the USB A connector.
2. Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > Configuration Backup. The Backup
Menu screen appears.
3. Tap Delete A Backup.
The Choose Storage Location screen appears.
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4.
Do one of the following:
•
Tap Internal Memory
•
Tap USB Memory Stick
The Select Backup screen appears.
5.
Tap the applicable backup.
A Warning dialog box appears.
6.
Tap OK to delete the chosen backup.
When the process is complete, the Choose Storage Location screen appears.
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9 Configuration
The X-MET8000 series has two settings for power saving, Power Saving and Position Wakeup, and
two sound settings for Measurement Complete and for Warning Message.
The X-MET8000 series dims the backlight after 5 minutes if there has been no activity during that
time. After a further 5 seconds, the X-MET8000 series returns to the login screen. In addition to
these operations, if Power Saving is on, the X-MET8000 series does the following:
•
•
•
Switches off the screen and backlight
Switches off Bluetooth
Reduces detector cooling
The X-MET8000 series returns from Power Saving after a tap on the screen. In addition, if Position
Wakeup is on, the X-MET8000 series returns after physical movement.
9.1 Set The Power Saving
Follow these steps to set the power saving features.
1.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > Power Saving. The Power Save
Settings screen appears.
2.
For Power Saving, tap one of the following:
•
ON
•
OFF
For Position Wakeup, tap one of the following:

ON

OFF
Tap Accept.
Tap Back two times to return to the main screen.
3.
4.
5.
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9.2 Choose Sounds
Follow these steps to set the sound features.
1.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > Sounds. The Sound Settings screen
appears.
2.
For Measurement Complete, tap one of the following:


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OFF
3.
For Warning Message, tap one of the following:

ON

OFF
4.
5.
Tap Accept.
Tap Back to return to the main screen.
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9.3 Could Connectivity
X-MET8000 series provides the facility to automatically store the X-MET data securely in the cloud
connectivity cloud. In order to upload the measurement results to the cloud, X-MET 8000 device
should be connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Follow the below steps to store the results to the cloud.
1)
Tap Menu-Settings-Instrument configuration.
The instrument configuration screen appears.
Use the new cloud connectivity screens from the other folder.
2)
Select Cloud connectivity.
The Cloud connectivity screen appears.
3)
Tap on the Uploads ON to enable the upload of new measurement results.
The privacy policy screen appears every time the cloud connectivity is enabled.
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4)
If necessary, tap on Upload old measurements ON to upload the old measurement results to
the cloud.
9.4 Configure Viewfinder Settings
Follow these steps to configure the Viewfinder settings.
1.
Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > Viewfinder Settings.
The Viewfinder Settings screen appears.
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To automatically save the camera picture for each analysis, tap Save Image ON. If the camera
is primarily used for positioning the X-MET8000 series on a sample and images are not needed,
tap Save Image OFF.
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If necessary, the brightness of the camera can be increased by tapping the Brightness Level
option.
The Set Brightness Level screen appears.
4.
Use the numeric keypad to type the value for the brightness level, the value must be between 0
and 100 and then tap Accept to return to the Camera Settings screen.
Tap Back three times to return to the main screen.
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9.5 Disable the Proximity Safety Sensor
By default, the Proximity Safety Sensor is enabled in the device. The Proximity Safety Sensor
is
not available in the UK and Canada regions. The Proximity Safety Sensor is not available if the
Proximity Toggle is enabled. If necessary, the Proximity Safety Sensor can be disabled by following
the steps below.
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Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > Proximity Safety Sensor. The
Proximity Safety Sensor screen appears.
2.
To disable the proximity safety sensor, tap on Proximity Sensor DISABLE. A Warning Message
appears.
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Tap OK.
The Proximity Safety Sensor screen appears and the Proximity indicator color in the status bar
changes to orange.
4.
Tap Back three times to return to the main screen.
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9.6 How To Calibrate The Proximity Sensor
It is possible to calibrate the proximity sensor of the X-MET8000 at Supervisor and Service levels.
Proximity Sensor Calibration is required if the Proximity Sensor doesn't work properly or when the
proximity window wears off.
Follow below instructions to calibrate the proximity sensor.
1.
Navigate Menu->Settings->Instrument Configuration->Proximity Safety Sensor.
The Proximity Safety Sensor screen opens. In UK region, only Calibrate Sensor option is
available. In rest of the regions, both options Proximity Sensor Enable/disable and Calibrate
Sensor are available.
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Tap on Calibrate Sensor.
A warning message appears.
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4.
Tap one of the following

OK – To calibrate the proximity sensor

Cancel – To cancel the proximity sensor calibration
To calibrate the proximity sensor, cover the Proximity sensor window with the proximity
calibration sample.
Note: The desktop battery charger should be used as the calibration sample for calibrating the
Proximity sensor.
Desktop battery charger
5.
X-MET8000 with the
proximity calibration
sample
Tap OK.
The Proximity sensor is calibrated. The warning message disappears.
6.
7.
Tap Back three times to return to the main screen.
Check the proximity sensor functionality by placing a sample on the proximity sensor. When a
Sample is placed the Proximity LED turns orange and turns off when the sample is removed
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9.7 How To Clean The Proximity Window
Follow below steps to clean the proximity window.
1.
Open the Heat plate by gently pressing the Catch on the Nose top. The heat plate opens. The
protective film window is visible
1. Heat plate
2. Catch
3. Nose top
2.
Check that the protective film window is in place and is not broken. If the protective film
window is broken, replace it with the new protective film window.
3.
Dip a cotton swab in the mild dish wash detergent mixed with water. Carefully clean the
proximity window.
Dip another cotton swab in plain water and carefully clean the proximity window again.
Dry the proximity window with a lint free wipe. Close the heat plate.
Check the proximity sensor functionality by placing a sample on the proximity sensor. When a
Sample is placed, the Proximity LED turns orange and turns off when the sample is removed.
4.
5.
6.
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10 About Regulatory, Device Info And Parameters
It is possible to see the regulatory information of Japan and Indonesia, device information and
parameters from About menu in the device.
Follow these steps to check the regulatory and device information.
1.
Navigate to Menu->Settings->About
2.
Tap Regulatory.
The Regulatory screen appears with Japan and Indonesia regulatory information.
3.
Tap Back to return to About screen
4.
Tap Device info.
The Device info screen appears with Instrument type, Device S/N, Software version, Firmware
version, Master calibration, Tube S/N, XBBU S/N, uDXP S/N, XDIU S/N, XBLU S/N and XTSS S/N
details.
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5.
6.
Tap Back to return to About screen.
Tap Parameters.
The Parameters screen appears with Bias, Set Bias, Bias Stabilization Time, Detector Initial
Temp, Detector Cooling Time, Detector Cooling rate, Peltier Drive, Peltier Power, Detector
Temperature, Detector Target Temperature, Proximity Voltage, Proximity Threshold, XRT Type,
Chamber Temperature, XBBU Temperature, Pressure, Filter Status, Device State, Trigger State,
Cooling Status, Proximity Status, XRT Status, Hall Status, XDIU 3V3, XDIU 5V, XDIU 1V8, XDIU
Backup Battery, Sytem VBATT, Main Battery, Battery Charge Cycles, Battery Flags and Charger
Flags.
7.
If needed, tap on Refresh to refresh the parameter values.
8.
Tap Back three times to return to main screen.
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11 Calibration Adjustments
Supervisors cannot add new calibrations, but they can make significant adjustments to each
calibration to optimize it for a specific application. Many of the calibration adjustments are specific to
the type of method. In addition, it is possible to do an energy calibration that adjusts all calibrations.
Caution: Any adjustments to the calibration will affect the accuracy of the X-MET8000
series.
Make sure that only trained personnel make these calibration adjustments. Failure to do so can
reduce the accuracy of the X-MET8000 series.
Please contact the local Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science representative for assistance with all
calibration requirements. Refer to Create A Backup before a calibration adjustment. Do several
measurements with the X-MET8000 series to make sure that it is at operational temperature before
any calibration adjustments.
11.1 Auto-Select Mode Calibration Adjustments
These adjustments are applicable to modes and also to identification methods that have an ‘ID’
suffix. The supervisor can adjust the following:



The recalculation method
The limits that define both a Good Match and a Possible Match
Maintain the reference samples used for the identification scan.
The recalculation method is used for auto-select modes as an optional third choice. The first choice
uses the identification methods to match to an applicable empirical calibration. The second choice
uses an applicable fundamental parameter calibration. If there is no match from the first or second
choice, the auto-select mode uses the optional recalculation method. Auto-select modes do not
require a recalculation method, and it can be undefined. A fundamental parameter method is often
the best choice for a recalculation method.
Auto-select modes use two adjustable limits to decide whether to use a particular reference sample
from an identification method. The two limits are for ‘Good Match’ and ‘Possible Match’. Reduce a
limit to make a match less likely, and increase it to make a match more likely. Make sure that the
‘Good Match’ value is less than the ‘Possible Match’ value.
Each auto-select mode and identification method has a list of the reference samples associated with
it. For modes, it is possible to associate a reference sample with another method. For example:
•
•
Alloy+ application has SS304 as a reference sample that uses the Stainless LE method
Stainless LE ID also has SS304 as a reference sample, but with no associated method.
There is a date for each reference when the measurement occurred. If there is no date, then there
is no measurement for that reference sample. If there is no date for a reference sample, then that
mode or identification method will have an incomplete calibration, and will not be available for
measurements. Do not add a reference sample without a measurement.
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11.1.1
Choose A Recalculation Method
This procedure is applicable to modes and also to ‘ID’ methods. Follow these steps to add a
recalculation method.
1.
2.
Navigate: Menu > Method.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to the applicable method. The Method Settings screen appears.
3.
Tap Calibration.
The ID - Method Parameters screen appears.
4.
Tap Recalculation Method.
The Set Recalculation Method screen appears.
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5.
6.
7.
Tap an applicable method to select it. Make sure that a tick appears in the box.
Tap Accept to return to the ID - Method Parameters screen.
Tap Back three times again to return to the main screen.
11.1.1.1 Set Match Limits
This procedure is applicable to modes and also to ‘ID’ methods. Follow these steps to set the limits
for a Good Match and a Possible Match.
1.
2.
Navigate: Menu > Method.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to the applicable method. The Method Settings screen appears.
3.
Tap Calibration.
The ID - Method Parameters screen appears.
4.
Do one of the following:

Tap Possible Match Limit

Tap Good Match Limit
5.
Use the numeric keypad to type the value, and then tap Accept to return to the ID - Method
Parameters screen.
Repeat these steps for the other limit, if required.
6.
7.
Tap Accept to return to the Method Settings screen.
Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
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11.1.1.2 Add A Reference Sample
This procedure is applicable to modes and also to ‘ID’ methods. Follow these steps to add a
reference sample.
1.
Do one of the following:

Navigate: Menu > Time

Navigate: Status Bar > Measurement Time
Make sure that the Measurement Time Settings are set correctly.
2.
3.
Navigate: Menu > Method.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to the applicable method. The Method Settings screen appears.
4.
Tap Calibration. The ID –Method Parameters screen appears.
5.
Tap Reference Maintenance.
The Reference Maintenance screen appears.
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7.
8.
9.
Tap: Tools > Add New.
Use the virtual keyboard to type a name for the new reference sample, and then tap Accept
to return to the Reference Maintenance screen.
The new reference sample will be at the end of the list, and will be selected.
Take a measurement of the new reference sample.
The Reference Maintenance screen shows the date for the reference sample measurement.
For a mode, tap: Tools > Set Screening Method. The Set Screening Method screen appears.
10. Tap an applicable method to select it.
Make sure that a tick appears in the box.
11. Tap Accept to return to the Reference Maintenance screen.
12. Tap Back four times again to return to the main screen.
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11.1.2
Empirical Calibration Adjustments
The supervisor can adjust the following:



Measure a check sample
Add an analyte correction
Add a type standard setting
Check samples allow the adjustment of a calibration by the measurement of a specific sample. It is
necessary for a calibrator to include a check sample with the calibration, and typically it is only
applicable for specific applications.
Analyte correction applies an offset value to one or more specific elements within the matrix of a
calibration. It is necessary to take an accurate measurement of a sample. Analyte correction can
adjust the measurement results to be the same as the sample.
Refer to Fundamental Parameter Calibration Adjustments for a description of type standard settings.
11.1.2.1 Measure A Check Sample
This procedure is applicable to empirical methods. Follow these steps to measure a check sample.
1.
Do one of the following:

Navigate: Menu > Time

Navigate: Status Bar > Measurement Time
Make sure that the Measurement Time Settings are set correctly.
2.
3.
Navigate: Menu > Method.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to the applicable method. The Method Settings screen appears.
4.
Tap Calibration.
The EA - Method Parameters screen appears.
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5.
Tap Check Sample.
The Check Sample Measurement screen appears.
6.
Take a measurement of the check sample.
The Check Sample Measurement screen shows the new check sample measurement. The Offset
column shows the difference to the current check sample measurement.
7.
8.
Do one of the following:

Tap Accept to accept the new check sample measurement.

Tap Menu > Home to reject the new check sample measurement.
If necessary, tap Back four times again to return to the main screen.
11.1.2.2 Add Analyte Correction
This procedure is applicable to empirical methods. Follow these steps to add analyte correction.
1.
2.
Navigate: Menu > Method.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to the applicable method.
The Method Settings screen appears.
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3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
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Tap
The
Tap
The
Calibration.
EA - Method Parameters screen appears.
Analyte Correction.
Analyte Correction screen appears.
Tap an applicable analyte.
Use the numeric keypad to type the analyte correction value, and then tap Accept to return to
the Analyte Correction screen.
Tap Back to return to the EA - Method Parameters screen.
Tap Back three times again to return to the main screen.
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11.1.3
Fundamental Parameter Calibration Adjustments
The supervisor can adjust the following:



Add a type standard setting
Matrix correction
Change the display units between a percentage and parts per million.
Type standards are useful for measurements within a tight matrix and narrow concentration range.
It is necessary to take an accurate measurement of a sample with known concentrations of
elements. After the measurement, it is possible to define the concentrations of each element, as
applicable, to make corrections for that type standard. Type standards are available for all empirical
and fundamental parameter calibrations.
11.1.3.1 Add A Type Standard
This procedure is applicable to empirical and fundamental parameter methods. Follow these steps to
add a type standard.
1.
Do one of the following:

Navigate: Menu > Time

Navigate: Status Bar > Measurement Time
Make sure that the Measurement Time Settings are set correctly.
2.
3.
Navigate: Menu > Method.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to the applicable method.
The Method Settings screen appears.
4.
Tap Type standard settings.
The Type standards screen appears.
5.
Tap: Tools > Add Type Standard.
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Use the virtual keyboard to type a name for the new type standard, and then tap Accept to
return to the Type Standards screen.
7.
8.
9.
Tap Edit (pencil) next to the new type standard. The Analytes screen appears.
Take a measurement of the sample for the type standard.
To apply a correction, tap the applicable analyte.
The Type Standard Analytes screen appears.
10. Tap the ON tick box.
11. Do one of the following:

Tap Coefficient

Tap Concentration

Tap High Concentration Limit

Tap Low Concentration Limit
12. Use the numeric keypad to type the value, and then tap Accept to return to the Type Standard
Analytes screen.
13. Repeat these steps for other analyte settings, if required.
14. Tap Back to return to the Analytes screen.
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15. Repeat these steps for other analytes, if required.
16. Tap: Tools > Calculate.
The Analytes screen shows the calculated coefficients.
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11.1.4
Matrix Correction
Matrix Correction can be used to increase accuracy within certain sample matrix and concentration
range. With this correction the user can adjust slope and/or intercept of element(s) of interest.
It is possible to have multiple matrix corrections for different matrices enabled simultaneously and
the SW will select the appropriate matrix correction group automatically based on the user defined
limits.
To define correction slope/intercept the user needs to measure few samples whose concentrations
are known with good accuracy and plot the certified values against the measured values in an excel,
then fit linear trend line through data points and use the intercept and slope values in the device
matrix correction coefficients like illustrated below.
Known
concentration
values
Measured values
11.1.4.1 Add A Matrix Correction
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Navigate to Main Menu > Methods > FP Method.
The Select Method screen appears.
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Tap Edit (Pencil) button next to the Mining-FP method.
The Calibration Settings > Mining-FP screen is displayed.
3.
Select Matrix Correction.
The Matrix corrections for the Mining-FP screen appears.
4.
Select Tools > Add New Matrix Group.
5.
Enter the name for the Matrix group.
Tap Accept to save the changes and return to Matrix Corrections for matrix group screen.
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Select Edit (pencil) button to edit the matrix group.
The Edit Matrix group screen appears.
7.
Select Limits.
The Limits for the matrix group screen appears.
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Select Tools > Add Analyte.
The Select Elements screen appears.
9.
Select the needed Elements.
Tap Accept button to return to the Limits for Matrix group screen.
10. Select the element to edit the limits.
The Modify Limits for the element screen appears.
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11. Select either Lower and /or Upper limit to modify. Enter the limit values.
Tap Accept twice to return to Edit Matrix group screen.
12. Tap Coefficients to modify the slope and intercept values of an analyte.
The Coefficients for the matrix group screen appears.
13. Select the elements to modify their slope and/or Intercept value.
Tap Accept/Back button until the main screen appears.
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11.1.4.2 Rename A Matrix Correction Group
Follow the below steps to rename a matrix correction group
1.
2.
Navigate to Main Menu > Method > FP method.
Select Edit (Pencil) next to the FP method.
The Calibration settings screen is displayed.
3.
Select Matrix Correction in the calibration settings screen.
The Matrix corrections for FP method is displayed.
4.
Select Edit (Pencil) next to the matrix group.
The Edit Matrix group for the FP method is displayed.
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Select Rename Matrix Group.
The Enter name for Matrix group screen is displayed.
6.
Enter a name in the ‘Enter name for Matrix group’ screen.
Tap Accept to save the change.
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11.1.4.3 Delete A Matrix Group
Follow the below steps to delete a matrix correction group
1.
2.
Navigate to Main Menu > Method > FP method.
Select Edit (Pencil) next to the FP method.
The Calibration settings screen is displayed.
3.
Select Matrix Correction in the calibration settings screen.
The Matrix corrections for FP method is displayed.
4.
Select Edit (Pencil) beside the matrix group.
The Edit Matrix group for the FP method is displayed.
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5.
6.
Select Delete Matrix group.
A warning message is displayed.
Do one of the following

Tap Ok to delete the matrix group.

Tap Cancel to return to Edit Matrix Group screen.
11.1.4.4 About Move To Top
The X-MET8000 series selects the Matrix group automatically by comparing the original
concentrations with the defined limits of each matrix group. When there are more than one matrix
group whose limits match the original results then the X-MET8000 choses the matrix group which
has the most defined elements in the limits selection. If there is still more than one suitable matrix
group then the SW selects the first matching matrix group in the list. To prioritize the groups, they
can be moved to the top of the matrix group list using Move to Top option as described below.
Follow the below steps to move the matrix group to top
1. Navigate to Main Menu > Method > FP method.
2. Select Edit (Pencil) next to the FP method.
The Calibration settings screen is displayed.
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4.
Select Matrix Correction in the calibration settings screen.
The Matrix corrections for FP method is displayed.
Select Edit (Pencil) next to the matrix group.
The Edit Matrix group for the FP method is displayed.
5. Select Move to Top to prioritize the matrix group.
Tap Accept to return to the previous screen
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12 Operation With A PC
It is possible to operate the X-MET8000 series with a PC to do the following:
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Create a report for a series of results.
Do a test measurement.
Access the X-MET8000 Series User Guide.
Both supervisors and operators can operate the X-MET8000 series with a PC. Each uses their own
login code. There is not a separate login code for PC operation.
Operations with the PC use an Internet browser. The standard URL to connect to the X-MET8000
series is http://10.0.0.1/. Please contact the local Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science representative
if it is necessary to change the URL.
12.1 Connect To A PC And Login
Follow these steps to connect the X-MET8000 series to a PC and then login.
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Open the connector cover underneath the display to access the external connections.
2.
Use the USB cable to connect the X-MET8000 series to a PC.
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Connect the smaller USB Micro-B connector to the X-MET8000 series.
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Connect the larger USB A connector to the PC. Make sure that the connections are
correct.
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Open the Internet browser on the PC, and type the URL: http://10.0.0.1/. The PC Login screen
appears.
4.
Select the language from the drop down list and choose the correct user from the user drop
down list, type the login code into the text box, and click Login.
The PC main screen appears.
The X-MET8000 series shows the Safety screen with a Warning dialog box.
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12.2 About The Report Generator
The X-MET8000 series has a comprehensive report generator. It is possible to create templates to
use for different reports. The supervisor can create templates for an operator to use. The report
generator creates a PDF file or a CSV file. A CSV file is applicable for a spreadsheet and not available
in operator level.
The template can include company information with the logo, a report header, the date and page
number, and the X-MET8000 series serial number, as applicable. To create a report, it is necessary
to have a report template. The logo file must be less than 1024kB and one of the formats: .jpg, .png
or .bmp.
The report can include one or more results. Each result can include the operator's name, the grade
and element concentration and standard deviation. In the PDF report, it is also possible to include
the measurement spectra, as well as the sample picture (if the camera option is fitted).
Once a supervisor creates a template, it is possible to download it to the PC, and then upload it to
other X-MET8000 series.
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12.3 A Custom Report
This is a typical custom report. The report template provides full control of all these
aspects of the report.
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3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Margin: company information
Margin: serial number
Report header
Sample information
Element: concentration and +/Grades
References, GPS Position and
Type Standard
8. Additional Information
9. Camera Image
10. Spectra
11. Margin: logo
12. Margin: date and page number
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Margins
The margins can include:
• Company information
• Company logo
• The device serial number
• The date and page number.
It is possible to place these items in any of the four margins.
Report header
The report can start with an introduction.
Sample information
Sample information includes:
• The sample name
• The mode or method
• The date and time
• The measurement time.
Note: Date and time formats which are set in the report template
will be displayed in the report.
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Element information
It is necessary to select the elements to appear in the report.
Chosen elements that are not present in the sample do not appear
in the report unless All The Elements From The Result option is
selected.
Element information can include the concentration and +/- value.
Grade
The report can include the grade information.
Reference
The report can include reference information
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail result can be included in PDF and CSV reports.
Type standards
Type standards information from the results can be displayed in the
PDF reports.
Matrix correction
The report can include matrix correction information.
GPS Position
The report can include the GPS information.
Additional Information
The report can include the additional information for the sample.
Camera Image
The report can include the camera image of the sample.
Spectra Operator
The report can include the spectra for the sample.
Information
The report can include information about the operator.
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It is necessary to have a report template to create a report. Follow these steps to create a report.
1.
From the PC main screen, click Report Generator. The Reports screen appears.
2.
Click New Report.
The Reports screen has a new report.
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Click Load Results.
The Measurements dialog box appears.
4.
If required, click Filter ....
The Filter by dialog box appears.
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To use the filter, do one or more of the following, as required:
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Click the Start Date tick box, and use the calendar to choose a date.
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Click the End Date tick box, and use the calendar to choose a date.
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Click the Sample Name tick box, and type all or part of the sample name.
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Click the Method tick box, and type all or part of the Method name.
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7.
Click OK to return to the Measurements dialog box, with filtered results.
If required click Select All to select all the results for the report, and then click Load. The
Reports screen shows the result or results for the report.
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9.
Select the required template for the report from the Report Template drop down list.
Do one of the following
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Click Save As CSV
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Click Download to download a PDF file.
The File Download dialog box appears.
10. Click Save to save the file. The Zip file contains the report PDF file or the excel file (csv).
Note: In MS excel 2007 or older versions, it may be difficult to open csv files in the readable
format as csv file uses UTF-8 character encoding. In such cases follow the below steps
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Open Microsoft Excel.
Click the Data tab on menu bar.
Click the From Text option
Browse to the saved csv file to be imported, select it and click the import button.
Follow the 3 steps of Text import Wizard which opens to your screen.
On Wizard first choose the file type that describes your data best. Usually in case of
X-MET8000 series that is Delimited.
Select the format 65001: Unicode (UTF-8) from the File origin drop down list. When
done click Next.
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On the second Text Import Wizard step check whatever delimiters your data may
have. Data preview shows how the data will appear on spread sheet. When done click
Next.
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Continue to last Text Import Wizard step and modify any columns data format, or
deselect the unnecessary columns if any.
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Click Finish and the imported file opens into MS spread sheet.
11. Click Exit to return to the PC main screen.
12.5 Add A Report Template
Follow these steps to add a report template.
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From the PC main screen, click Report Generator, and then click Templates. The Templates
screen appears.
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Click Add.
The Template Design screen appears.
3. Type a name for the report into the Template Name text box.
4. Click Company.
The Company pane appears.
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6.
Enter the company information into the applicable text box.
Click Company to close the Company pane.
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Click Format.
The Format pane appears.
8.
Click the applicable Page Size, select a Language and choose a Font from the drop down list.
Droid Sans Fallback font should be used for Chinese, Japanese and Korean languages.
9. Click Format to close the Format pane.
10. Click Report Header.
The Report Header pane appears.
11. Type the report header into the text box.
12. Click Report Header to close the Report Header pane.
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13. Click View.
The View pane appears.
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15.
16.
17.
Click the applicable tick box to select the items to appear on the report.
Type the operator information into the Operator text box.
Select the number of decimal places for the element concentrations from Decimals.
Click the applicable tick box to select the elements to appear on the report. The order in which
the elements appear in the report can be changed by selecting Move Down and Move Up
buttons.
18. Click View to close the View pane.
19. Click Margin.
The Margin pane appears.
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20. Click the applicable Corner Contents drop down list to choose the item to appear in that corner
of the report.
21. To upload a logo file, do the following:
a) Click Browse to search for the file on the PC.
b) Click Upload Logo to upload the logo. The logo file appears on the Margin pane.
22. Click Margin to close the Margin pane.
23. When the report template is complete, click Save to save it and return to the Templates screen.
24. Click Exit to return to the PC main screen.
12.6 Software Installation
No application specific software is required to use a PC with the X-MET8000 series. An Internet
browser is the only software requirement to control the X-MET8000 series. However, a software
driver is required for a PC operating system to control an application through a USB interface.
Software driver requirements by operating system:
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Windows XP: the USB memory device contains driver software to install, and a
Microsoft Hotfix is available.
Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8: driver software loads automatically
through Plug and Play.
Linux and Mac OS X: driver software is part of the operating system.
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Installation On Windows XP
Driver software does not load automatically. Follow these steps to install the driver software. It is
necessary to have administrator privileges to install driver software.
A Hotfix is available from Microsoft to make sure that the USB interface operates correctly:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/959765.
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2.
Plug the USB memory device with the driver software into the PC.
Connect the X-MET8000 series to the PC. Refer to Connect To A PC And Login. The Found New
Hardware Wizard screen appears.
3.
Click No, not this time, and then click next. The Found New Hardware Wizard screen changes.
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Click Install from a list or specific location (Advanced), and then click Next. The Found New
Hardware Wizard screen changes.
5.
Click Don’t search. I will choose the driver to install, and then click Next. The Found New
Hardware Wizard screen changes.
6.
Click Network adapters, and then click Next. The Found New Hardware Wizard screen changes.
7.
8.
Click Have Disk..., and then click Next. An Install From Disk dialog box appears.
Click Browse....
An Install From Disk dialog box appears.
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10. Select one of the following, as applicable for the operating system:
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Windows XP 32 driver
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Windows XP 64 driver
11. Click Open to return to the Install From Disk dialog box.
12. Click OK to return to the Found New Hardware Wizard screen.
13. Click Next.
A Hardware Installation dialog box appears.
14. Click Continue Anyway to install the driver software.
15. Click Finish to close the Found New Hardware Wizard screen when installation is complete.
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12.6.2
Installation On Windows 7. Windows 8 And Windows Vista
Driver software loads automatically. Follow these steps to install the driver software if it fails to
install correctly. It is necessary to have administrator privileges to install driver software. This
procedure is for Windows 7, but Windows 8 and Windows Vista are similar.
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2.
Connect the X-MET8000 series to the PC. Refer to Connect To A PC And Login.
Navigate: Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System: Device Manager. The Device
Manager screen appears.
3.
Navigate: Network adapters > USBEthernet/RNDISGadget.
The Device Manager screen shows the USB Ethernet/RNDIS Gadget adapter.
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Navigate: Action > Update Driver Software.... The Update Driver Software screen appears.
5.
Navigate Browse my computer for driver software > Let me pick from a list of device drivers on
my computer. The update Driver Software screen changes.
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Click Show compatible hardware to deselect it.
The Update Driver Software screen shows the available network adapters.
7.
Navigate: Microsoft Corporation > Remote NDIS Compatible Device, and then click Next. An
Update Driver Warning dialog box appears.
Click Yes to install the driver software.
Click Close to close the Update Driver Software screen when installation is complete.
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13 Operation With A GPS
Using a GPS receiver in combination with the X-MET8000 Series can significantly improve the quality
of the collected data by providing easy to use location information stored with the sample data.
The X-MET8000 Series has an internal GPS receiver that provides location information, optionally a
consumer grade Bluetooth GPS like the Nokia LD-3W can be used to add location information to the
X-MET8000 Series measurement data.
Using a Trimble handheld Trimble Field Computer with GPS and Trimble® TerraSync™ software or
equivalent to store geographical features, positions, and attribute data the X-MET8000 Series can be
used for accurate and reliable GIS.
A GPS receiver calculates its position by precisely timing the signals sent by GPS satellites high
above the Earth. Each satellite continually transmits messages that include the time the message
was transmitted and the satellite position at time of message transmission the receiver uses the
messages it receives to determine the transit time of each message and computes the distance to
each satellite this information is then used to compute the location of the GPS receiver. In typical
GPS operation, four or more satellites must be visible to obtain an accurate result.
13.1 Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communication technology. Devices with Bluetooth capabilities
can exchange information over a distance of up to 30 feet (10 meters), without requiring a physical
connection.
13.2 X-MET8000 Series Internal GPS
The X-MET8000 series is equipped with an internal GPS receiver, activation of the GPS receiver
depends on the license.
The internal GPS receiver complements the X-MET8000 series measurement data with location
information.
Location accuracy for the internal GPS device is typically 10 meters (30 feet). The Internal GPS
receiver consists of an integrated GPS/GLONAS chip.
Acquisition times are approximately 45s/2s (cold/hot start).
13.3 Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth GPS
The Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth GPS receiver complements the X-MET8000 series measurement data
with location information.
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The use of an external Bluetooth GPS receiver can be feasible when operating in locations where the
X-MET8000 series might not get reliable satellite reception and the external GPS receiver can be
placed in a more favourable place.
Location accuracy for consumer GPS devices is typically 10 meters (30 feet).
The Nokia LD-3W consists of a Sirf Star III (High Sensitivity GPS microcontroller manufactured by
SiRF Technology), 20 parallel channels
Acquisition times are approximately 45s/2s (cold/hot start).
Minimum operating time for the Nokia LD-3W is 15h with a standby time of up to 7 days depending
on applications used and external conditions.
13.4 Trimble Field Computer And GPS
Using the X-MET8000 Series together with a Trimble Field Computer and Trimble® TerraSync™
software for fast and efficient field GIS data collection and maintenance where the X-MET8000
Series measurements are linked to geographical features, positions, and attribute data.
Achieve decimeter (10 cm / 4 inch) accuracy using real-time or post processed H-Star technology
(dependent on H-Star-capable receiver and antenna combination used).
Can I use an external antenna with my Trimble Nomad 900 series?
The Trimble Nomad 900 series does not have an external antenna option. The device is designed to
achieve 2 to 4 meter (HRMS, Horizontal Root Mean Square) accuracy with the integrated antenna,
with SBAS (Satellite Based Augmentation Systems) corrections. If higher accuracy is required, you
can use the optional Trimble Nomad 900 series Serial Boot accessory to connect an external GPS
receiver via 9-Pin RS-232 Serial data connection. Many newer high-accuracy GPS receivers also offer
a Bluetooth connectivity option.
How do I use the Trimble Nomad 900 series to ensure best GPS performance?
When collecting point features or vertices (corners or intersections of geometric shapes), Trimble
recommends that you log GPS data for at least 30 seconds, using a 1-second logging rate. Collecting
multiple positions for a static feature help to improve accuracy by averaging out the errors in
individual GPS positions. In heavy canopy, or other difficult environments, logging for 1–2 minutes is
recommended. Pausing briefly (5–10seconds) before logging a point feature or vertex also help to
get the best performance from the receiver. This allows you to ensure that the internal GPS receiver
is horizontal and correctly located over the feature you are mapping, and allows the computed
position to settle and not be influenced by the recent movement of the handheld. Turning off A-GPS
(Assisted Global Positioning System) will also increase GPS accuracy, but will increase time-to-fix
(see the product user guide for details).
How does the Trimble Nomad 900 series perform in harsh GPS conditions?
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The Trimble Nomad 900 series can track all available GPS satellites. This allows you to get the
best results when you work in many different environments, without having to adjust the GPS
mask settings. The receiver performs well in harsh GPS environments, such as under heavy
canopy and in urban areas.
SiRFInstantFixII (satellite prediction technology) is embedded in the firmware of all Trimble
Nomad 900 series units. This technology provides satellite orbit prediction info if Signal to Noise
Ratio (SNR) is 28 or lower resulting in more satellites tracked, faster Time to First Fix, and
improved performance in canyons and under canopy.
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13.5 Major Difference Internal GPS Vs. Nokia LD-3W Vs.
Trimble Field Computer
The internal GPS receiver is comparable to a consumer level GPS receiver and integrated in the XMET8000 Series device.
The Nokia LD-3W is a consumer level Bluetooth GPS receiver that complements the X-MET8000
Series measurement data with location information.
Location accuracy of a consumer GPS is typically 10 meters (30 feet).
For more accurate location data use the X-MET8000 Series in combination with a Trimble Field
Computer and Trimble® TerraSync™ software for fast and efficient field GIS data collection and
maintenance where the X-MET8000 Series measurements are linked to geographical features,
positions, and attribute data.
Achieve decimeter (10 cm / 4 inch) accuracy using real-time or post processed H-Star technology
(dependent on H-Star-capable receiver and antenna combination used)
13.6 Setup And Use The Internal GPS
Setup the X-MET8000 series for use with the internal GPS receiver to add location information to the
measurements.
13.6.1
Enable Internal GPS
Follow these steps to enable the internal GPS receiver.
1.
Navigate: Status Bar > Wireless. The Wireless screen appears.
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Tap GPS.
The GPS screen appears.
3.
Tap the ON tick box. The screen changes.
4.
5.
Tap Accept to return to the wireless screen.
Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
13.6.2
Check Internal GPS Information
Once the GPS receiver is enabled, it is possible to check the GPS position data and satellite
information. Follow these steps to check the GPS information obtained from the internal GPS
receiver.
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Navigate: Status Bar > Wireless
The Wireless screen appears.
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Tap Internal GPS.
The Internal GPS Settings screen appears.
3.
Tap View GPS Information.
The GPS Position Data screen appears.
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5.
Tap: Tools > Refresh Now to refresh the GPS Position Data.
Tap: Tools > View Satellites
The GPS Satellite Information screen appears.
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Tap Back to return to the GPS Position Data screen.
Tap Back to return to the Internal GPS Settings screen.
Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
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13.7 Setup And Use The Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth GPS
Setup the X-MET8000 series for use with the Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth GPS receiver to add location
information to the measurements.
13.7.1
Install Battery And Charge Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth GPS
When using the Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth GPS receiver for the first time, install the battery in the
Nokia LD-3W and charge it before use.
Please refer to the Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth GPS Module Users Guide for further information.
13.7.2
Switch On The Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth Receiver
Switch on the Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth GPS receiver by pressing the power-key on the Nokia LD-3W
Bluetooth receiver for one second.
Please note that a GPS receiver will not get a fix on the location indoors.
13.7.3
Add Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth GPS Connection
Follow these steps to connect to a Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth GPS.
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Navigate: Status Bar.
2.
Navigate: Wireless.
The Wireless screen appears.
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Tap
The
Tap
The
Bluetooth.
Bluetooth Settings screen appears.
the ON tick box.
Bluetooth Settings screen changes.
Tap Set Device Name to give the X-MET8000 series a device name.
Use the virtual keyboard to type an applicable name, and then tap Accept to return to the
Bluetooth Settings screen.
Tap View Connections.
The Bluetooth Connections screen appears.
Tap: Tools > Discover New Devices.
The Bluetooth Device Discovery screen appears, and a search for the Bluetooth devices begin.
When the search is complete, the screen shows the available Bluetooth devices.
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10.
11.
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If necessary, tap: Tools > Discover Again.
Another search for the Bluetooth devices begins, and the Bluetooth Device Discovery screen
updates.
Tap on the discovered Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth device. The Set Pin Code for Bluetooth Device
screen appears.
Enter the correct Pin Code, for a Nokia LD-3W this is 0000.
Tap Accept twice to return to the Bluetooth Connections screen.
The Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth device is added to the Bluetooth Connections screen.
Tap on the newly added Nokia LD-3W Bluetooth device and select Tools and choose Connect to
GPS Receiver.
The Bluetooth Connections screen updates.
14. Tap Accept to return to the Bluetooth Settings screen.
15. Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
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13.7.4
Check Bluetooth GPS Information
Once a Bluetooth connection is made to the GPS receiver, it is possible to check the GPS position
data and satellite information. Follow these steps to check the GPS information.
1.
Navigate: Status Bar > Wireless
The Wireless screen appears.
2.
Tap
The
Tap
The
3.
4.
Bluetooth.
Bluetooth Settings screen appears.
View GPS Information.
GPS Position Data screen appears.
Tap: Tools > Refresh Now to refresh the GPS Position Data.
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5.
6.
7.
8.
Tap: Tools > View Satellites
The GPS Satellite Information screen appears.
Tap Back to return to the GPS Position Data screen.
Tap Back to return to the Bluetooth Settings screen.
Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
13.8 Take A Measurement
Follow these steps to measure the sample.
1.
Carefully hold the X-MET8000 series so that it touches the sample, and that both the proximity
and measurement windows are covered.
Do not press the X-MET8000 series into the sample.
The proximity indicators on the X-MET8000 series body lights up orange and the proximity
indicator on the screen changes to orange.
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Pull and hold the trigger firmly. The X-ray On indicators blinks red.
3.
Keep the X-MET8000 series upright and steady during the measurement.
Use both hands to hold the X-MET8000 series and keep them away from the sample. The
Results screen refreshes approximately every 2 seconds.
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13.8.1
At the end of the measurement time, the X-MET8000 series makes a ‘ping’ sound. Release the
trigger to stop the measurement.
The measurement stops, and the X-MET8000 series displays the result.
It is possible to release the trigger and stop the measurement before the ‘ping’ sound. Follow
these steps again to make the next measurement.
Flick the screen to left or right to access other results.
Read Stored Location Information
The location information is stored with the measurement data in the X-MET8000 series.
To view the location information stored with the last measurement, tap Tools, Show Details.
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The location information is included in all available report formats. Please refer to A Custom Report
section for more information on generating reports.
13.9 Setup And Use A Trimble Field Computer And GPS
Connecting the X-MET8000 series to Trimble Field Computer and Trimble® TerraSync™ software.
13.9.1
Enable Bluetooth On The Trimble
Follow these steps to enable Bluetooth on the Trimble Nomad 900 series.
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On the Trimble Nomad 900 series, Navigate:
2.
Tap: Bluetooth > Mode.
3.
Make sure the Enable Bluetooth has a checkmark.
For the Trimble Nomad 900 series to be visible to other devices also make sure the Make this
device visible to other devices has a checkmark.
Bluetooth is now enabled.
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5.
13.9.2
Tap OK in the upper right corner to close the Bluetooth settings screen
Tap X in the upper right corner to close settings and return to the default start screen.
Setup A Trimble Field Computer And GPS
Setup a Trimble Nomad 900 series or equivalent Handheld Field Computer to provide GPS
connection for multiple programs using this guide. To use other GPS and/or data collecting devices,
please refer to the user's guides for these. GPS settings:
1.
If you are using only one GPS-aware application, for example Trimble® TerraSync™, these
settings do not need to be changed. However, to use multiple GPS-aware applications
simultaneously, tap Start > Settings > System > GPS.
2.
Next select the following tabs:
a) Access: The GPS Intermediate Driver allows multiple applications to access the GPS
receiver (disabled by default). To enable the GPS Intermediate Driver, select the check
box.
b) Hardware: COM2 is the hardware port dedicated for the built-in GPS. Verify that COM2 is
selected. The internal GPS communicates at 9600 baud by default. If it has been
modified by a third party program, adjust to match the receiver baud rate.
c) Programs: Programs that use GPS need to know which port to use to access GPS data.
Ensure that the COM port on the GPS- aware application is set to the same port as shown
in the Programs tab of the GPS applet. The programs port must be a different port than
the hardware port.
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4.
13.9.3
Tap OK in the upper right corner to close the GPS settings screen
Tap X in the upper right corner to close settings and return to the default start screen.
Add Trimble Bluetooth GPS Connection
Follow these steps to connect the X-MET8000 Series to a Trimble Nomad 900 series Bluetooth GPS.
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Navigate: Status Bar.
2.
Navigate: Wireless.
The Wireless screen appears.
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Tap Bluetooth.
The Bluetooth Settings screen appears.
4.
Tap the ON tick box.
The Bluetooth Settings screen changes.
5.
6.
Tap Set Device Name to give the X-MET8000 series a unique and recognizable device name.
Use the virtual keyboard to type an applicable name, and then tap Accept to return to the
Bluetooth Settings screen.
Tap View Connections.
The Bluetooth Connections screen appears.
Tap: Tools > Discover New Devices.
The Bluetooth Device Discovery screen appears, and a search for the Bluetooth devices begin.
When the search is complete, the screen shows the available Bluetooth devices.
7.
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9.
If necessary, tap: Tools > Discover Again .
Another search for the Bluetooth devices begins, and the Bluetooth Device Discovery screen
updates.
10. Tap on the discovered Trimble GPS Receiver device, this might show up as a blank field if no
identification is given to the Trimble GPS Receiver.
The Set Pin Code for Bluetooth Device screen appears.
11. Enter a Pin Code
A screen appears on the Trimble GPS Receiver verifying that the connection is allowed
12. Tap Yes on the Trimble GPS Receiver to allow the connection.
A screen asking for the pin code will appear on the Trimble GPS Receiver
13. Enter the same pin code that was entered on the X-MET8000 series in step 11 and tap Next.
The Trimble GPS Receiver is added to the Bluetooth Connections screen.
14. On the X-MET8000 series, tap on the newly added Trimble GPS device and select Tools and
choose Connect to GPS Receiver.
The Bluetooth Connections screen updates.
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15. Tap Accept to return to the Bluetooth Settings screen.
16. Tap Back twice again to return to the main screen.
13.9.4
Add Serial Port To The Trimble
Follow these steps to add a serial port for external sensors on the Trimble Nomad 900 series
Bluetooth GPS.
1.
On the Trimble Nomad 900 series, Navigate: Start > Settings > Connections.
2.
Tap: Bluetooth > Com Ports > New Outgoing Port.
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3.
Tap Next.
The Port Selection drop down list appears.
4. Select the next free COM port from the list and tap Finish.
5.
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Tap OK in the upper right corner to close the Bluetooth settings screen
Tap X in the upper right corner to close settings and return to the default start screen.
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13.9.5
Configure Trimble® TerraSync™ With X-MET8000 Series As
External Sensor
Follow these steps to setup Trimble® TerraSync™ to use the X-MET8000 Series as external sensor.
1.
On the Trimble Nomad 900 series, Navigate: Start > TerraSync.
2.
Navigate: Status > Setup
3.
4.
Tap External Sensors. The External Sensor configuration screen appears.
Verify that the Sensor 1 checkbox is a checked, if not tap on the checkbox to the left of Sensor
1.
Tap Properties for Sensor 1 and enter an applicable name.
5.
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6.
7.
Tap the Port dropdown list and select the COM-port previously assigned to the X-MET8000
Series
Enter the configuration data for the sensor as per table 1 depending on the required storage
option, Full Data or Summary.
Table: Configuration table
Property
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Value
Name
X-MET
Port
(The COM port configured previously)
Baub Rate
9600
Data Bits
8
Stop Bits
1
Parity Prefix
None
String
$PXMTM, (Full Data) OR $PXMTM, BEGIN, (Summary)
Suffix String
\0a\0d
Max Bytes
200
Time Out
0
Receiver Mode
Unsolicited
Logging Intervals
All
Data Destination
Uninterpreted (Full Data) OR As Attribute (Summary)
Tap OK twice to store and exit the sensor configuration.
Verify that the information transfers from the X-MET8000 Series by follow the steps in the next
chapter.
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13.9.6
Collect Features To Trimble® TerraSync™ With X-MET8000
Series As External Sensor
Follow these steps to verify that the X-MET8000 series information transfers to Trimble®
TerraSync™. The X-MET8000 series and Trimble Field Computer are properly configured and
powered on.
1.
On the TrimbleNomad 900 series, Navigate: Start > TerraSync.
2.
Navigate: Status > Data.
Create New Data File-screen appears
3.
4.
5.
Enter a File Name if needed
Tap Create.The Confirm Antenna Height screen appears.
Enter correction information if needed and tap OK.
The Method section screen appears
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6.
Tap on one of the methods to start collecting features. The basic procedure for capturing point,
line, and polygon features is the same, except as described below.
 Point features - Remain on station while contributory positions are captured.
 Line features – Move directly along the feature’s complete alignment as positions are
captured.
 Area features – Move directly along the feature’s complete perimeter as positions are
captured
7. To view a summary of the collected sensor data, Navigate: Data > Status then Sky plot >
Sensor
8.
13.9.7
Make a measurement using the X-MET8000 series.
The measurement count for the X-MET8000 series sensor increases in Trimble® TerraSync™
for every measurement made using the X-MET8000 series.
How-To use the Trimble® TerraSync™ Data
How to use Trimble® TerraSync™ data and the measurements from the X-MET8000 series.
Post processed differential correction in the GPS Pathfinder Office software is the most accurate way
to process GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) data. In the field, you collected autonomous
and/or real- time corrected data, while base data was stored at base stations nearby. The data sets
are loaded into the GPS Pathfinder Office software where corrections are applied. Any real-time data
that has been collected can be “recorrected” in the GPS Pathfinder Office software to achieve the best
possible results.
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After you display your corrected data file, you can:
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•
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Edit any unwanted positions
Verify that the feature information is correct, and edit any attributes
Export your data to a format that integrates with your software requirements.
To install Trimble® TerraSync™/Pathfinder/ArcGIS and similar software please refer to the installation
guides for the software in question.
To transfer the Trimble® TerraSync™ software files between a data collector and an office computer,
you need one of the following installed on the office computer:
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•

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Compatible version of the GPS Pathfinder Office software
The Trimble Data Transfer utility, which is available for free download from the Trimble website
at http://www.trimble.com/datatransfer.html
You also need one of the following installed on the office computer:
ActiveSync technology, version 4.5 or later, if you are running a Microsoft Windows operating
system other than the Windows Vista operating system.
Windows Mobile Device Center, if you are running the Windows 7 or Windows Vista operating
system.
Transfer the data files from Trimble® TerraSync™ using the Data Transfer utility in the Pathfinder
Office Software for post processing.
The X-MET8000 series measurement results are included in the Trimble® TerraSync™ data files if the
Full Data option is used and has to be parsed before use as Trimble® TerraSync™ limits messages to
256 characters and the measurement results are split over multiple messages. If the Summary option
is used for the X-MET8000 series data, the measurement files must be fetched separately from the
X-MET8000 series device. The Measurement ID contained in the summary can be used to obtain the
full measurement result using the X-MET8000 series Application Programming Interface (XAPI).
13.10
Troubleshooting GPS
Use this information to diagnose any problems with the X-MET8000 series and GPS or Location. If
this information does not deal with the problem, refer to the local Hitachi High-Tech Analytical
Science representative.
If the X-MET8000 series can't connect to the Bluetooth GPS receiver, follow these steps: Verify that
the GPS receiver is switched On.
Verify that Bluetooth is enabled on X-MET8000 series, if not enable Bluetooth on the X-MET8000
series.
Verify that the GPS device is recognized by the X-MET8000 series and that the GPS device is
connected as a GPS-device on the X-MET8000 series.
Check the satellite information on the X-MET8000 series.
If none of the above resolves the problem, go through the GPS/Bluetooth setup procedure for the XMET8000 series.
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13.10.1
Troubleshooting Unavailable Location
The X-MET8000 series can't determine the location, GPS-device is present.
Make sure the GPS device has a clear view of the sky, please note that GPS-receivers do not work
properly indoors.
Place the X-MET8000 series or GPS receiver in a location with clear view of the sky to get a fix on
the location.
If the GPS receiver is unable to get a fix on the location, restart the GPS receiver.
Check satellite data in the X-MET8000 series to verify that the location information is available on
the X-MET8000 series.
If the problem persists please refer to the GPS receiver’s guide for more information.
13.10.2
Troubleshooting Trimble® TerraSync™
In case of problems with Trimble devices, Trimble® TerraSync™ or other equipment, follow these
steps and for further information refer to the user’s guides for the equipment in question.
Verify that the Trimble-GPS receiver is switched On.
Verify that Bluetooth is enabled on both the X-MET8000 series and the GPS device, if not then
enable Bluetooth.
Verify that the GPS device is recognized by the X-MET8000 series and that the GPS device is
connected as a GPS-device on the X-MET8000 series.
Verify that the X-MET8000 series is visible as an external sensor in Trimble® TerraSync™, if not
please follow the setup instructions.
13.11
X-MET Application Programming Interface
The X-MET8000 series provides software access to measurement data and other information over
USB or WLAN connection.
13.11.1
X-MET Application Programming Interface (XAPI)
XAPI is a RESTful web service accessible via the URL http://10.0.0.1:8080/xapi/ if the X-MET8000
series is configured to use the default IP address of 10.0.0.1. The data is returned in XML format.
This document contains examples of retuned data and an XML Schema Document "xapi.xsd" is
provided for reference. The X-MET8000 series can also be configured to push new measurement
results to a HTTP server.
Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science Analytical Customer Support provides example files for usage of
the XAPI on request.
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Resources
The following resources under the XAPI URL can be queried with HTTP GET request.
/ A directory of top level resources. The following list is returned in software version 1.2:
/measurements A list of all available measurements. The list can be filtered using HTTP GET
parameters start Date, end Date, measurement Name Part and method Name Part. For example,
the URL /measurements? Start Date=2011-02-16 lists measurements with date 16th February 2011
or later. Entries in the list have the date time, method Name, id and name attributes:
<Measurements>
<MeasurementRef datetime="2011-0101T13:01:56.253" methodName="metal_fp"
id="1" xlink="1" name="Noname 1" />
</Measurements>
Individual measurement resources are located at /measurements/<id> where the <id> is the ID
number of the measurement. Normal Measurements use the Measurement root element, average
measurements have an Average Measurement element instead. Depending on the method used
there is at least one Fundamental Parameters Result, Empirical Assay Result or Empirical
Identification Result element. An average measurement also has an Average Result element.
FP and empirical assay results contain Concentration Results and Grades elements while an
identification method result contains an Identification Results element instead. The Spectrums,
Additional Info, and Location (GPS position) elements are common to all result types.
</Result>
</Measurement>
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/spectrums The resource /spectrums/<id> contains the mapping from channels to energy (slope>
and intercept units), measurement parameters (current and voltage and the counts for each
channel.
/methods A list of methods in the device with method ID and name.
/report templates A list of report templates in the device with name, modification date and ID. The
ID is used for generating PDF reports.
<Report Template>
<Report TemplateInfo modificationDate=”2018-03-10T08:37:17.794” id=”3” name=”X-MET800”/>
<ReportTemplateInfo modificationDate="2018-01-30T12:53:41.906" id="4" name="test"/>
</ReportTemplates>
/reportpdf Generate and return a measurement report in the PDF format used by the report
generator in device GUI and web GUI. Report template and measurements must be selected using
the reportTemplateId and measurementId GET parameters. For example, the
URL
/reportpdf?reportTemplateId=1&mesurementId=10&mesurementId=12 would generate report PDF
using template 1 ad containing the two measurements with IDs 10 and 12.
/pushclientsettings returns current settings of the push client. The default values are
The parameters are explained below.
Push API
The X-MET8000 series can be configured to send new measurements and spectra to a specified URL
in HTTP POST requests. The push client is enabled and configured by performing a HTTP PUT
request to the /pushclientsettings resource in the format defined above. If the PUT request was
successful, HTTP Status code 200 OK is returned and the new settings come to effect immediately.
In case of an error, HTTP Status code 400 Bad Request is returned and settings are not modified.
Settings are saved and restored when the X-MET8000 series device is restarted.
The following parameters can be set:
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server-url: Valid server URL to the root directory of the push-server.
user: Username used in HTTP Basic authentication.
password: Password used in HTTP basic authentication.
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•
•
•
buffersize: The amount of extra spectra and measurement results that are stored in a queue in
case of a connection error. Buffer size must be an integer in range [0, 100]. No data is sent if
buffer size is set to 0.
retryinterval: Interval in second between retry attempts in case of a connection error. Value
must be a positive integer.
send-measurements: Configures if measurements results are sent to the server. Valid values
are "true" and "false".
send-spectrums: Configures if spectra are sent to the server. Valid values are "true" and "false".
Push Client sends spectra and measurement results to the server whenever a new spectrum or
result is finished. Measurements are sent in a HTTP POST request to the URL <server-url>/[serialnumber]/measurements where [serial-number] is the serial number of the X-MET8000 series
Measurement results are sent in the same XML format that is used for the /measurements resource,
except that the Spectrums element containing links to spectra is replaced with a SpectrumData
element containing the data directly.
Spectra are sent to the URL <server-url>/[serial-number]/spectrums in the same XML format used
for the /spectrum resource.
Push Client uses HTTP Basic authentication when communicating with the server. In case of an
error, Push Client keeps spectra and measurements in the queue and tries sending again every
<retryinterval> seconds.
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14 Additional Troubleshooting
The additional troubleshooting information is applicable to the supervisor. When it is necessary to
service the X-MET8000 series, a supervisor can do a test measurement and save diagnostics
information to send to Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science.
A test measurement does not use the methods to define the measurement parameters, but allows a
supervisor to set them directly. The diagnostics information should include a particular test
measurement with the Check sample(s), and is saved to a compressed archive tar file.
14.1 Missing Menus Or Methods
Problem
Occasionally, certain menu items and methods are not available.
Solution
This can occur when a supervisor logs in as an operator. A supervisor can access more of the
features and functions of the X-MET8000 series. The features and functions available to an operator
are suitable for someone who takes measurements most of the time.
A supervisor can access all of the methods available within the X-MET8000 series, including the
empirical calibrations. An operator does not need to access empirical calibrations because a mode
will auto select the most applicable calibration.
14.2 Do A Test Measurement
Follow these steps to do a test measurement. Use the Check sample(s), or an applicable check
sample or check samples for the measurement.
1.
Do one of the following:
•
Navigate: Menu > Time
•
Navigate: Status Bar > Measurement Time
Make sure that Timed Assay is set correctly.
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Navigate: Menu > Settings > Instrument Configuration > Test Measurement. The Test
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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Tap Measurement Time.
Use the numeric keypad to type the measurement time, and then tap Accept to return to the
Test Measurement screen.
Tap Measurement Parameters. The Parameter Selection screen appears.
Tap one of the following to select it:
•
40 kV 8 µA Filt 6
•
8 kV 50 µA Filt 5
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50 kV 30 µA Filt 2
•
15 kV 10 µA Filt 3
•
45kV_30μA_filt2
•
13kV_10μA_filt5
•
40kV_40μA_filt1
•
8kV_150μA_filt4
Make sure that the correct measurement parameter is selected, and then tap Accept to return
to the Test Measurement screen.
Tap DPP Parameters.
The Parameter Selection screen appears.
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9.
Tap one of the following to select it:
•
T(p) = 0.4 µs
•
T(p) = 0.6 µs
•
T(p) = 0.8 µs
•
T(p) = 1.1 µs
•
T(p) = 1.5 µs
10. Make sure that the correct measurement parameter is selected, and then tap Accept to return
to the Test Measurement screen.
11. Take a measurement in the usual way. A Measuring dialog box appears.
The Test Measurement screen appears at the end of the measurement.
12. Tap Back three times to return to the main screen.
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14.3 Save Diagnostics Information
Follow these steps to save the diagnostics information to a compressed archive tar file. This includes
a test measurement with specific parameters and the Check sample(s).
1.
Open the connector cover underneath the display to access the external connections.
2.
3.
Plug a USB memory device into the USB A connector.
Refer to: Do A Test Measurement and set these parameters.
•
Measurement Time: 60s
•
Measurement Parameters:40 kV 8 µA Filt 6
•
DPP Parameters: T(p) = 1.1 µs
4.
5.
Take the test measurement with the Check sample(s).
Tap: Tools > Save Diagnostics.
•
The diagnostics information is saved to a tar file on the USB memory device.
Tap Accept.
Tap Back twice to return to the main screen.
6.
7.
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15 Regulatory Notices
15.1 RF Exposure Notice
This product emits radio frequency energy, but the radiated output power of this device is below
FCC and IC radio frequency exposure limits. This equipment complies with FCC RF and IC radiation
exposure limits forth for an uncontrolled environment. Nevertheless, the device should be used in
such a manner that the potential for human contact with the antenna during normal operation is
minimized.
15.2 FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These Limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
•
•
•
•
Reorient/relocate the receiving aerial.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from the outlet the receiver is
currently connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device contains FCC ID: ZYH-W2CBW003 and complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
2.
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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15.3 Canadian Notice
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing
Equipment Regulations.
This device contains transmitter IC: 9963A- W2CBW003 and complies with Industry Canada licenseexempt RSS standard(s)
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
2.
This device may not cause interference.
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
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16 Radiation Specifications
The Finnish Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority, STUK, tested the X-MET8000.
X-MET8000
TestReport TR/9/13c
16.1 Primary Beam Intensity
There are regulatory limits for the permissible radiation dose rate absorbed by hands and eyes
during a year. These limits then define the maximum exposure time for hands and eyes against the
sample window surface of the X-MET8000 series and also at a distance of 100 cm to it.
Hands
•
•
•
Eyes
Permissible dose rate
50 mSv/year
15 mSv/year
Maximum exposure time, sample window surface
Maximum exposure time, 100 cm distance
62 s
19 s
50 h
15 h
X-ray beam parameters: 50 kV / 30 µA
Dose rate, sample window surface: 2,900 mSv/h
Dose rate, 100 cm distance: 1 mSv/h
16.2 Primary Beam Direction
The safety features prevent the generation of an X-ray beam unless a sample is present. The X-ray
beam is at an angle of approximately 27° upwards.
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16.3 Radiation Leakage Profile
The Finnish Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority, STUK, tested the X-MET8000 at 17 positions
around the analyzer with a stainless steel sample. All measurements were at a distance of 10 cm.
Stainless steel sample
16.3.1
SS304 plate, 5 mm thick
Radiation Leakage Profile Test Points
Position
Distance
Position
Distance
Position
Distance
1
10 cm
7
10 cm
13
10 cm
2
10 cm
8
10 cm
14
10 cm
3
10 cm
9
10 cm
15
10 cm
4
10 cm
10
10 cm
16
10 cm
5
10 cm
11
10 cm
17
10 cm
6
10 cm
12
10 cm
16.3.2
Radiation Leakage Profile, X-MET8000, Steel Sample
Position
Dose Rate
Position
Dose Rate
Position
Dose Rate
1
< 1µSv/h
7
< 1µSv/h
13
< 1µSv/h
2
< 1µSv/h
8
< 1µSv/h
14
< 1µSv/h
3
< 1µSv/h
9
< 1µSv/h
15
< 1µSv/h
4
< 1µSv/h
10
< 1µSv/h
16
< 1µSv/h
5
< 1µSv/h
11
< 1µSv/h
17
< 1µSv/h
6
< 1µSv/h
12
< 1µSv/h
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