User guide

PLATESCOPE

Taking a Measurement

Below is an example of how to perform a typical measurement. Each mode will be explained in

greater detail on the following pages.

1. Select the mode (Spot, Strip, or Calibration) from the main screen.

2. Press a Measure button to activate targeting mode. Targeting enables you to view the sample

through the display screen for positioning.

3. Locate the instrument on the sample using the reticule in the display screen for positioning.

NOTE: Targeting mode is automatically exited if a measurement is not taken within the user

defined time set in the configuration.

The instrument must be positioned flat on the sample and remain still through the entire

measurement.

4. Press the Measure button again to take the reading.

5. View the display screen for measurement results.

Positioning reticule

Sample image

Flat on sample