User guide

PLATESCOPE
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User Interface
Main Screen Overview
When the instrument is powered-up, the main (top level) screen appears after the diagnostics
test is complete. The main screen consists of the title bar and operation modes. The title bar at
the top displays the battery gauge and a USB icon. The USB icon appears when the instrument is
plugged into the computer. The title bar also displays the mode of operation the instrument is in
when not at the main screen. The available operation modes display on the remainder of the
screen. The operation modes are selected by using the navigation ring located below the display
screen. Each mode of operation is explained in detail on the pages that follow.
Battery Gauge
The battery gauge located in the title bar displays the current condition of the batteries.
Indicates the batteries are fully charged.
Indicates the batteries have sufficient charge for a substantial number of
measurements.
Indicates the batteries are low, but measurements are still possible. Batteries
should be charged soon.
(flashing)
Indicated the batteries must be charged before any additional measurements
can be taken.
Indicates the AC adapter is plugged in and the batteries are charging (battery
indication segments cycle). The battery indicator will stop cycling and display
three segments when the batteries are fully charged.
NOTE: If no battery gauge icon is displayed, the battery has been removed and the instrument is running
only from the AC adapter.
Title bar
Spot mode
Strip mode
Configuration mode
Calibration mode (checkmark
indicates instrument
verification passed and “x”
indicates verify failed)
USB connection
Battery gauge