Model LM-500

Transcription

Model LM-500
AUTO LENSMETER
Model
LM-500
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
NIDEK CO., LTD.
(Manufacturer)
NIDEK CO., LTD
(Tokyo Office)
NIDEK INCORPORATED
(United States Agent)
NIDEK SOCIETE ANONYME
(EU Authorized Representative)
: 34-14, Maehama, Hiroishi-cho, Gamagori, Aichi 443-0038, Japan
Telephone: +81-533-67-6611
Facsimile: +81-533-67-6610
: 3F Sumitomo Fudosan Hongo Bldg., 3-22-5, Hongo,
Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
Telephone: +81-3-5844-2641
Facsimile: +81-3-5844-2642
: 47651 Westinghouse Drive, Fremont, California 94539, U. S. A.
Telephone: +1-510-226-5700
Facsimile: +1-510-226-5750
: Europarc 13, rue Auguste Perret, 94042 CRETEIL, France
Telephone: +33-1-49 80 97 97
Facsimile: +33-1-49 80 32 08
July 2009
31015-P902E
Printed in Japan
Use this device properly and safely.
BEFORE USE, READ THIS MANUAL.
This operator's manual includes operating procedures, safety precautions, and
specifications for the NIDEK AUTO LENSMETER LM-500.
The cautions for safety and operating procedures must be thoroughly understood before
using the device.
Keep this manual handy for verification.
The device complies with ISO 8598 (1996) (Optics and optical instruments - Lensmeters).
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the device.
If you encounter any problems or have questions about the device, please contact NIDEK
or your authorized distributor.
Safety precautions
In this manual, a signal word is used to designate the degree or level of safety alerting. The definition is as follows.
CAUTION • Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury or property damage accident.
Even situations that are labeled CAUTION may result in serious injury under certain conditions.
Safety must be followed strictly at all times.
I
Usage precautions
Before use
CAUTION • Do not use the device for other than the intended purpose.
NIDEK will not be responsible for accidents or malfunction caused by such misuse.
• Never modify nor touch the internal structure of the device.
This may result in electric shock or malfunction.
• Install the device in an environment that meets the following conditions. The following
conditions must be maintained during use.
Temperature: 10to 35°C (50to 95°F)
Humidity: 30 to 85% (Non-condensing)
Pressure: 800 to 1060 hPa
A place with low dust
A place with little external light
A place free of vibration and impact
• Do not store the device in an area that is exposed to rain or water, or contains
poisonous gas or liquid.
Corrosion or malfunction of the device may occur.
• Avoid installing the device where it is exposed to direct air-conditioning flow.
Changes in temperature may result in condensation inside the device or adversely
affect measurements.
• Avoid using the device in a place exposed to direct sunlight or near incandescent
light. A light-reflecting surface such as a glass showcase or a shiny table is also not
appropriate for precise work.
Under such circumstances, the device may work irregularly or issue error messages.
• Be sure to use a wall outlet which meets the power specification requirements.
If the line voltage is too high or too low, the device may not give full performance. Malfunction or fire may occur.
• The electrical outlet must have a grounding terminal.
Electric shock or fire may occur in the event of malfunction or power leakage.
• Insert the mains plug into an outlet as far as the prongs of the plug will go.
Fire may occur if the device is used with a loose connection.
• For supplying the device with the power, never use a table tap and extension cable.
The electrical safety may be lowered.
• Do not use the power cord other than equipped. Do not use the equipped power cord
for purpose other than intended.
Malfunction or fire may result.
II
CAUTION • Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.
The damaged power cord may cause fire or electric shock.
• Before connecting a cable, turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord
from an outlet.
Malfunction of the device may result.
• To transport the device, use the special packing materials to protect the device from
impact of dropping.
Excessive vibration or impact to the device may cause malfunction.
• In installation and operation of the device, observe the following instructions about
EMC (electromagnetic compatibility):
- Do not use the device simultaneously with other electronic equipment to avoid electromagnetic interference with the operation of the device.
- Do not use the device near, on, or under other electronic equipment to avoid electromagnetic interference with the operation of the device.
- Do not use the device in the same room with other equipment such as life-support
equipment, other equipment that has major affects on the life of the patient and results
of treatment, or other measurement or treatment equipment that involves small electric current.
- Do not use the device simultaneously with portable and mobile radio frequency communication systems because it may have an adverse effect on operation of the
device.
- Do not use cables and accessories that are not specified for the device because that
may increase the emission of electromagnetic waves from the device or the system
and decrease the immunity of the device to electromagnetic disturbance.
• The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive sets the essential requirements for
electrical and electronic equipment that may disturb, or be disturbed by, other
equipment. The LM-500 complies with these requirements as tabled on pages 79 to 82.
Follow the guidance in the tables for use of the device in an electromagnetic
environment.
III
During use
CAUTION • Immediately replace the power cord if the internal wires are exposed, the table turns
on or off when the power cord is moved, or the cord and/or plug are too hot to be held
with hands.
This may result in electric shock or fire.
In the event of malfunction, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. Never touch
the inside of the device and contact your authorized distributor.
• There may be a few constantly-lit, missing, or dead pixels in your LCD which are a
characteristic of the LCD. This does not represent failure of the LCD; continuously
use the display.
• This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for medical devices to
the IEC 60601-1-2: 2001+A1:2004, EN55011: 2002, Class B, Group 1.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a standard medical installation.
This device generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to other devices in the vicinity.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to other devices, which can
be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving device.
Increase the separation between the devices.
Connect the device to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the other
device(s) are connected.
Consult the manufacturer or field service technician for help.
• Never use the device with cable or accessories other than the designated ones.
Malfunction caused by deteriorated electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) characteristics
may result.
• Never use portable and mobile radio frequency (RF) devices in the vicinity of this
device.
These devices may adversely affect medical electrical equipment and malfunction may
result.
IV
After use
CAUTION • While the device is not in use, turn it off.
• Do not yank the power cord to disconnect it from an outlet but hold the plug.
This can damage the metal core of the cord and may result in electric shock, short circuit, or fire.
• Occasionally clean the prongs of the mains plug with a dry cloth.
If dust settles between the prongs, the dust will collect moisture, and short circuit or fire
may occur.
• If the device will not be used for a long time, disconnect the power cord from the wall
outlet.
Electric leak may occur.
Maintenance and check
CAUTION • Only service technicians properly trained by NIDEK can repair the device.
NIDEK is not responsible for any accidents resulted from improper servicing.
• When performing maintenance work, secure a sufficient maintenance space.
Maintenance work in an insufficient space may result in injury.
• Take special care not to scratch the protective glass under the nosepiece.
Flaws on the glass substantially lower the reliability of the measurement.
• Clean the protective glass under the nosepiece every once in a while with a blower.
If dust settles on the protective glass, it may affect the measurement accuracy.
Disposal
CAUTION • Follow
the local governing ordinances and recycling plans regarding disposal or
recycling of device components. It is recommended to commission the disposal to a
designated industrial waste disposal contractor.
• When disposing of packing materials, sort them by material and follow local
governing ordinances and recycling plans.
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VI
Table of Contents
1. BEFORE USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 Outline of the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.2 Indication for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.3 Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.4 Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
1.4.1
1.4.2
Measurement screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Parameter screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
1.5 Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
1.6 Checking Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
1.7 Before First Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
2. OPERATING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.1 Operation Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
2.2 Preparation for Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
2.3 Setting Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
2.3.1
2.3.2
Setting uncut lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Setting mounted lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
2.4 Measuring Single Vision Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
2.5 Measuring Bifocal Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
2.6 Measuring Progressive Power Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
2.6.1
2.6.2
Measuring uncut lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Measuring mounted lenses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
2.7 Measuring Prism Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
2.8 Measuring Contact Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
2.9 Marking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
2.9.1
2.9.2
Marking at the optical center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Marking for prism prescription. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
2.10 Communication Print (AR Print) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
2.11 After Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
2.12 Setting Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
2.12.1 Parameter tables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
2.12.2 Entering comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
3. OPERATION WHEN PERIPHERAL DEVICES ARE
CONNECTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
VII
:
3.1 Connecting to the NIDEK Motorized Refractor (RT) or Computer . . . . . . . . . 59
3.1.1
3.1.2
3.1.3
Outline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Connecting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Operating procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
3.2 Connecting to the Eye Care Card System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4
Outline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Connecting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Operating procedures of the EyeCa-RW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Erasing Data on the Eye Care Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
3.3 Connecting the Foot Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
4. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
4.1 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
4.2 Error Messages and Countermeasures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
4.3 Ink Refilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
4.4 Adjusting the Lens Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
4.5 Cleaning the Protective Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
4.6 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
4.7 List of Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
5. SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
5.1 Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
5.2 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
5.3 Standard Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
5.3.1
5.3.2
Standard accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
6. EMC (ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY) . . . . . . . 79
7. INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
VIII
1.
1.1
BEFORE USE
Outline of the Device
1
The NIDEK AUTO LENSMETER LM-500 measures the optical performance of spectacle lenses such
as single vision, bifocal (trifocal), and progressive power lenses or contact lenses. This device has a
measuring unit and a display unit in front. The measuring unit is comprised of a nosepiece, a lens
table, a lens holder, and a lens marker. Below the nosepiece, there is a read button for reading measured data.
The display unit employs a full-graphic color LCD, displaying measured data, alignment condition of a
lens, and settings of the device.
The device also offers the following features as well as the above features:
x Performs area measurement, which measures the refractive power at multiple positions of
a lens simultaneously.
Makes measurement easier and more correct by detecting changes in the refractive power of a
progressive power lens.
Changes measurement mode automatically after detecting a progressive power lens.
x Performs easier and quicker measurement with automatic functions such as auto read,
auto R/L selection, and auto ADD measurement.
xConnected to a personal computer with the USB interface in addition to the RS-232C interface of the standard communiation protocol among NIDEK optometry devices.
xAdopts the marker for repellent or super repellent lenses.
1.2
Indication for Use
This device is designed to measure vertex powers and prismatic effects of spectacle and contact
lenses, to orientate and mark uncut lenses, and to verify the correct mounting of lenses in spectacle
frames.
1
BEFORE USEConfiguration
1.3
Configuration
1. Display
2. Pilot lamp
3. Function buttons
8. Marking lever
4. Contrast knob
9. Lens table
5. Lens holder lever
6. Nosepiece
10. Lens table lever
7. Read button
1. Display
320 × 240 dots color LCD.
2. Pilot lamp
Indicates ON or OFF of the power to the device.
ON
Power turned on
OFF
Power turned off
Blinking
Display auto off mode
• Display auto off mode
When no button is pressed for the time set with the “Auto off” parameter, the display auto off function works and
then the display turns off automatically. The measurement light source also turns off.
To recover from auto off state, press any button. During lens measurement, the device will not be placed into display
auto off mode.
2
BEFORE USEConfiguration
3. Function buttons
Functions assigned to the function buttons are displayed with icons on the screen.
4. Contrast knob
Used to adjust the contrast of the screen.
1
5. Lens holder lever
Used to move the lens holder.
To fix a lens
To remove a lens
Lift it once and lower it gently.
Lift it until it clicks.
6. Nosepiece
Used to hold a lens; the base point for measurements.
When measuring contact lenses, replace the standard nosepiece with the supplied one for contact lenses.
7. Read button
Used to read measured data.
This button fixes the measured data on the screen so that they are saved in memory.
The read button is inoperative during the occurrence of a measurement error.
In addition, the button is used to switch the button functions.
8. Marking lever
Used to mark a lens for its basic line. To do so, push the lever down.
9. Lens table
Touched to the bottom of the lens frames.
10. Lens table lever
Used to move the lens table back and forth.
3
BEFORE USEConfiguration
[Rear side]
13. USB connector
11. Power switch
12. Inlet
* Remove the cap before connection.
14. Interface connector
11. Power switch
Used to turn on or off the power to the device.
12. Inlet
Used to connect a removal power cord.
13. USB connector*1
Used to connect a computer.
In conformity with USB 1.1. Connect a computer using the optional USB cable.
The communication software needs to be installed in a computer.
14. Interface connector*1
Used for communication.
RS-232C interface connector. Connect the AR, ARK, RT, Eye Care card system, or a computer.
When the device is connected to the AR, ARK or RKT-7700, it is possible to print the data measured by the LM-500
with the printer of the AR, ARK or RKT.
To connect the optional foot switch, also use this connector.
To connect a computer, the communication software needs to be installed in a computer.
Connectable devices
AR-20/600 series/330A series, ARK-30/700 series/530A series, RKT-7700
RT-900, RT-1200 series, RT-2100 series, RT-5100 series, Eye Care card system
*1.
4
Accessory equipment connected to the analog and digital interfaces must be certified according to the representative appropriate national standards (for example, UL 1950 for Data Processing Equipment UL 60601-1 for Medical Equipment, and
CSA C22.2 No. 601-1, EN 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1.) Furthermore all configurations shall comply with the system standard
IEC 60601-1-1. Anybody who connects additional equipment to the signal input or signal output part configures a medical
system, and is therefore responsible that the system complies with the requirements of the system standard IEC60601-11. If in doubt, consult the technical service department or your local representative.
BEFORE USEDisplays
1.4
Displays
1.4.1
Measurement screen
There are four measurement screens, Auto measurement screen, Normal measurement screen, Progressive power lens (PPL) measurement screen, and Contact lens (CL) measurement screen.
The screen below shows the normal measurement screen to measure single vision lenses
or bifocal (trifocal) lenses.
1. L indication
4. Setting indications
1. R indication
2. Target
5. AXIS bar
3. Measurement mode/
lens indication
6. Alignment circle
7. Measurement selection button
10. Clear button
9. R/L selection button
8. Cylinder +/- button
1. R/L indication
Shows measurement in R/L state. Data below the indication shows measured data of the lens side.
The lens side is not selected (single state).
The left-eye lens is selected.
The right-eye lens is selected.
The measured data of the lens in single state is saved in memory.
The measured data of the left-eye lens is saved in memory.
The measured data of the right-eye lens is saved in memory.
To change the lens side, press the L-selection button
of the side that is being specified at the moment will blink.
To change from R/L state to single state
or R-selection button
, press the clear button
. The R or L indication
.
5
1
BEFORE USEDisplays
2. Target
Shows the optical center of a lens to be measured.
The shape of the target changes according to the setting of the “Target” parameter and alignment level.
Normal target
Prism target
Details of target
Misaligned
Placed within approximately 0.5'. Measured data can be
read.
(cross)
When auto read (
) is set, the measured data is fixed.
Aligned (marking point)
When auto read (
) is set, the measured data is fixed.
When auto read (
) is set, the measured data that is
automatically read again is fixed.
(large cross)
For the normal target, when auto read is set and the target changes to
(cross) or
(large cross), the current
axis is displayed to the upper right of the target.
3. Measurement mode/lens indication
Shows the measurement mode and whether the lens side is specified or not.
The R/L indication on the top of the screen also shows the lens side.
Normal measurement
Measurement of single vision lenses or bifocal (trifocal) lenses
PPL measurement
When it is detected that a lens is placed in an inverted position, the icon changes to
to call attention to it.
CL measurement
Auto measurement
When the lens on the nosepiece is detected as a progressive power lens, the normal
measurement screen changes to the PPL measurement screen automatically.
When the distance portion of a progressive power lens is placed on the nosepiece, it
is not detected as a progressive power lens.
In such a case, put the intermediate portion (progressive zone) or near portion area on
the nosepiece.
When it is detected that a lens is placed in an inverted position, the icon changes to
to call attention to it.
See “{ Screen change in auto measurement” (page 35) for details of the screen in auto measurement
and change of measurement mode indication.
Indication samples by combination of measurement mode and lens side
Right-eye lens
Normal measurement
PPL measurement
CL measurement
Auto measurement
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Left-eye lens
Single state
BEFORE USEDisplays
4. Setting indications
Show each setting of the abbe number, wavelength, indication step, cylinder mode, and auto read.
Each setting is changed on the parameter screen.
Abbe number
Cylinder mode
1
Wavelength
Auto read
Indication step
Abbe number
Wavelength
Indication step
CYL mode
Set a value in the range of 20 to 60.
e-line or d-line
0.01, 0.06, 0.12, or 0.25 (D)
+/- (MIX), +, or Setting state of auto read
In single state, settings of the “Auto RD S” parameter are displayed. In R/L state, settings
of the “Auto RD R/L” parameter are displayed.
Auto read
Normal target
“None”:
,“
”:
,“
,“
”:
,“
”:
Prism target
“None”:
”:
For details of the targets, see “ 2. Target” (page 6).
•Auto read
When the target is aligned, as well as when the read button is pressed, the measured data is automatically saved in
memory and fixed on the screen.
5. AXIS bar
The thick line displayed on the protractor in the alignment circle shows the axis.
6. Alignment circle
The target is displayed on this circle. The center shows the optical center position.
7. Measurement selection button
Used to change the measurement screen.
Each press changes the measurement screen in the order or Auto measurement oNormal measurement o
PPL measurement oCL measurement oAuto measurement...
The icon on the button shows which screen will be displayed next when the button is pressed.
Changes the screen to the normal measurement screen.
Changes the screen to the PPL measurement screen.
Changes the screen to the CL measurement screen.
Only when the “Contact” parameter is set to “On”, this icon is displayed.
Changes the screen to the normal measurement screen in auto measurement.
In the setting for measuring contact lenses only, the parameter button is displayed
instead.
Only when the “Contact” parameter is set to “Only”, this icon is displayed.
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BEFORE USEDisplays
When the “Icon” parameter is set to “Fixed”, the icons of the measurement selection button is displayed without
toggle as follows:
Changes the screen in the order of Auto measurement oNormal measurement o
PPL measurement oCL measurement oAuto measurement...
Regardless of which of the icon is displayed, extended pressing of the measurement selection button functions as
the parameter button
.
When the icon changes, release the button to display the parameter screen.
8. Cylinder +/- button
Used to simply change the cylinder mode to - or +.
Pressing this button again returns to the cylinder mode set with the parameter.
Pressing a button other than the read button or the parameter button
also returns to the mode set with the
parameter.
(White)
Shows that data is displayed in cylinder mode set with the parameter.
(Yellow)
Shows that data (SPH, CYL, and AXIS) is displayed after reversing the cylinder
mode set with the parameter.
When the “Prism” parameter is set to “P-B” or “BU/D BI/O”, the button can also switch the prism coordinate display.
Extended pressing of the button changes the icon display as shown below. Releasing the button correspondingly
switches the prism coordinate display.
(White)
Shows that data displayed in the coordinates as set with the parameter.
(Yellow)
Shows that data displayed in the coordinates other than those set with the
parameter.
9. R/L selection button
Used to specify the right-eye lens or left-eye lens.
Changes the screen to the right-eye side.
Changes the screen to the left-eye side.
When the “Icon” parameter is set to “Fixed”, the icons of the R/L selection button is displayed without toggle as
follows:
Changes the screen from the currently displayed side to the opposite side.
10. Clear button
(When no data is to be transmitted or printed)
Used to clear the data in memory.
The fixed data is released and the R/L indication returns to
.
When the “Single” parameter is set to “Off”, the R/L indication returns to
8
.
BEFORE USEDisplays
10. Export button
/
(When data is to be transmitted or printed)
Used to export the fixed data or print it out with a connected device.
When this button is pressed before the measured data is fixed, the data is fixed and exported.
It means that data is transmitted without printing.
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When the “AR print” parameter is set to “Off”
It means that data is printed by the printer of the connected AR, ARK or RKT.
When the “AR print” parameter is set to “On”
For details of printing transmitted data (Communication print), see “2.10 Communication Print (AR Print)” (page 46).
Extended pressing of the export button functions as the clear button
.
When the icon changes, release the button to clear the fixed data.
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BEFORE USEDisplays
{ Progressive Power Lens (PPL) measurement screen
This is the screen to measure progressive power lenses.
Crossline
{ Contact Lens (CL) measurement screen
This is the screen to measure contact lenses.
SE value
The auto read setting is not displayed on the setting indication.
In CL measurement, auto read and auto R/L selection do not work.
A SE value is displayed in addition to lens measured data.
{ Explanations about icons for function buttons
Curling up of the lower-left corner of the icon like
indicates that the button has multiple func-
tions.
Extended pressing of the button causes a short beep and the icon indication changes. Releasing the
button executes the function displayed by the icon.
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BEFORE USEDisplays
1.4.2
Parameter screen
This is the screen to set parameters related to each setting of the device.
1. Parameters
2. Parameter settings
1
Page No.
3. Exit button
6. Selection button
4. Forward page/Back page button
5. Up/down button
1. Parameters
Parameters are displayed.
2. Parameter settings
Parameter settings are displayed.
The settings that are being selected at the moment are highlighted.
3. Exit button
Used to save current settings and change the parameter screen to the measurement screen.
/Back page button
4. Forward page button
Used to display the next page or previous page of the parameter screen. There are five pages.
The read button toggles the icon.
5. Up button
/Down button
Used to select a parameter.
The read button toggles the icon.
6. Selection buttons
Used to change parameter settings.
Change the highlighted parameter settings by pressing this button.
The read button toggles the icon. The icon indication changes depending on the parameter settings.
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BEFORE USELabels
1.5
Labels
To call attention to users, some labels and indications are provided on the device.
If labels are curling up or characters fade and become barely legible, contact NIDEK or your authorized distributor.
Indicates that caution must be taken. Refer to the operator’s manual before use.
Indicates the state of the power switch. If the symbol side of the switch is pressed
down, power is not supplied to the device.
Indicates the state of the power switch. If the symbol side of the switch is pressed
down, power is supplied to the device.
Indicates the contrast knob that is used for adjusting the contrast on the display.
Indicates that the device must be supplied only with alternating current.
Indicates the date of manufacture.
Indicates the manufacturer.
Indicates that this product shall be disposed of in a separate collection of electrical and
electronic equipment in EU.
FRONTO-FOCOMETRE AUTOMATIQUE
FRONTIFOCOMETRO AUTOMATICO
AUTOMATISCHER
SCHEITELBRECHWERTMESSER
FRONTOFOCÓMETRO AUTOMÁTICO
FRONTO-FOCOMETRE AUTOMATIQUE
FRONTIFOCOMETRO AUTOMATICO
AUTOMATISCHER
SCHEITELBRECHWERTMESSER
FRONTOFOCÓMETRO AUTOMÁTICO
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BEFORE USEChecking Contents
1.6
Checking Contents
Unpack the contents from the shipping carton and check them.
The following is included in the standard configuration.
1
• Main body
• Nosepiece for contact lenses
• Power cord
• Dust cover
• Operator’s manual (this book)
• Measuring Progressive Power Lenses explanation sheet
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BEFORE USEBefore First Use
1.7
Before First Use
Put the device on a stable table and connect the power cord.
1
Put the device on a stable table.
2
Lay the device down gently.
3
Connect the power cord to the inlet.
Inlet
CAUTION • The electrical outlet must have a grounding terminal.
Electric shock or fire may occur in the event of device malfunction or power leakage.
4
Stand up the device.
Draw the power cord from the indentation at
the rear of the device so as not to be caught.
Power switch
Indentation
5
Connect peripheral devices if necessary.
For details of connecting peripheral devices, see “3 OPERATION WHEN PERIPHERAL
DEVICES ARE CONNECTED” (page 59).
6
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Make sure that the power switch is turned off (
outlet.
) and plug the power cord in the wall
BEFORE USEBefore First Use
7
Turn the power switch on (
).
The initial screen is displayed on the display and
the device is initialized.
Wait for a while until the screen is changed to the
measurement screen.
1
Initial screen
8
Make sure that the measurement screen is displayed.
The measurement screen displayed at power-on
can be set with the “Intl. screen” parameter.
Auto measurement screen
• If an error appears, it may be due to disturbance light.
Avoid installing the device on a place where it is exposed
to direct sunlight or near the illumination. In particular,
ensure that the device is not illuminated by a spot light
from the upper front.
Spot light
In particular, measured data of lenses of 10' or more is
likely to be affected adversely by disturbance light.
In such cases, relocate or reorient the device.
• Before putting the device on a light-reflecting surface such as a glass showcase or a shiny
table, put a cloth on it.
Reflected light such as illumination may adversely affect measurements.
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BEFORE USEBefore First Use
9
When the screen is too bright or too dark, adjust
the brightness with the contrast knob.
Contrast knob
This is all you have to do before use.
• Set the parameters to suit your needs or preferences.
For details of the parameters and setting method, see “2.12 Setting Parameters” (page 49).
• For details of connecting peripheral devices, see “3 OPERATION WHEN PERIPHERAL
DEVICES ARE CONNECTED” (page 59).
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2.
2.1
OPERATING PROCEDURES
Operation Flow
Turning ON the device
2
2.2 Preparation for Measurement (page 18)
Turn the power switch on and set measurement conditions.
Measurement
2.3 Setting Lenses (page 21)
2.4 Measuring Single Vision Lenses (page 23)
2.5 Measuring Bifocal Lenses (page 26)
2.6 Measuring Progressive Power Lenses (page 30)
2.7 Measuring Prism Lenses (page 37)
2.8 Measuring Contact Lenses (page 39)
Marking
2.9 Marking (page 42)
2.9.1 Marking at the optical center (page 42)
2.9.2 Marking for prism prescription (page 44)
Data recording
Transcribe the measured data onto a prescription or such.
For transmitting data to connected devices:
3 OPERATION WHEN PERIPHERAL DEVICES ARE CONNECTED (page 59)
Turning OFF the device
2.11 After Use (page 48)
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OPERATING PROCEDURESPreparation for Measurement
2.2
Preparation for Measurement
1
Make sure that the power switch is turned off (
outlet.
) and plug the power cord in the wall
CAUTION • The electrical outlet must be equipped with a grounding terminal.
Electric shock may occur in the event of trouble or power leak.
2
Turn the power switch on (
).
The initial screen appears.
Wait for a while until the screen changes to the
measurement screen.
Initial screen
3
After initialization, the screen changes to the
measurement screen.
Auto measurement screen
• The measurement screen displayed at power-on can be set with the “Intl. screen”
parameter.
• Do not turn on the power with a lens on the nosepiece.
If a lens is on the nosepiece before the measurement screen appears, the “0D intlzn. error” message appears. Remove the lens and turn on the power again.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESPreparation for Measurement
{ Measurement screen at power-on
According to the “Intl. screen” and “Contact” parameters, and the type of the attached nosepiece, the
measurement screen displayed after initialization differs.
• Settings of the “Intl. screen” parameter
Parameter settings
Auto
Normal
Progressive
Contact
Measurement screen displayed at start-up
Normal measurement screen in auto measurement
Normal measurement screen
2
PPL measurement screen
CL measurement screen
* The factory setting is “Auto”.
* According to the setting of the “Contact” parameter, the different measurement screen may
appear.
• Settings of the “Contact” parameter
• When the parameter is set to “On” or “Off”:
Except for the following cases, the measurement screen set with the “Intl. screen” parameter
appears.
• When the “Contact” parameter is set to “Off” and the “Intl. screen” parameter is set to “Contact“,
the auto measurement screen appears.
• When the “Contact” parameter is set to other than
“Only”, and the power is turned on with the
nosepiece for contact lenses on, the “Use contact
nosepiece?” message appears on the initial
screen.
Restart button
Execute button
Change the nosepiece to the standard one, then press the restart
To measure spectacle
lenses
button
.
The measurement screen set with the “Intl. screen” parameter appears.
Press the execute button
To measure contact
lenses only
to change the screen to the CL
measurement screen.
In such a case, the CL measurement screen cannot be changed to the
auto measurement screen, normal measurement screen or PPL
measurement screen unless the nosepiece is replaced and the power is
turned off and on again.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESPreparation for Measurement
• When the parameter is set to “Only”:
Regardless of the setting of the “Intl. screen” parameter, the CL measurement screen appears.
Make sure that the nosepiece is for contact lenses.
CL measurement screen
{ Details of target
The target form displayed on the measurement screen can be selected with the “Target” parameter.
㨯Settings of the “Target” parameter
Parameter setting
(Normal target)
Details of target to be displayed
The target shows the distance and direction from the center of the
nosepiece.
The direction and movement distance are constant regardless of the
refractive power of lenses.
The target changes “
”o “
(within 0.5')” o “
(within ø0.8
mm)” as it gets close to the center.
The target moves based on prisms as with the eyepiece-type or
projection-type lensmeter.
The target indicates the axis while rotating.
The target changes “
(Prism target)
”o “
(within 0.5')” o “
(within ø0.8
mm)” as it gets close to the center.
In measurement of progressive power lenses, the target is always displayed
with “
When “
” is selected
”.
When “
” is selected
• This operator’s manual describes each screen with the “Target” parameter at "
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".
OPERATING PROCEDURESSetting Lenses
2.3
Setting Lenses
• Make sure that there are no dusts on the tips of the nosepiece and the lens holder before
setting the lenses.
It may damage the lenses.
2.3.1
Setting uncut lenses
1
2
Set a lens on the nosepiece.
Place the lens center on the nosepiece with the
convex side up.
2
Fix the lens with the lens holder.
Raise the lens holder lever to its uppermost position, then lower it slowly to fix the lens.
• When a uncut lens is set, the lens table does not need to be used.
• Set the lens with the upper side of the lens toward you.
With the LM-500, the zero degree direction of the prism base is on the user’s left when the device
is seen from the front. Be aware that the lens should be set with the upper side of the lens toward
you, which is opposite in orientation of the lens with a manual lensmeter or a blocker.
• When there are still scratches on the lenses after the cleaning of the nosepiece and lens
holder, request the maintenance such as part replacement.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESSetting Lenses
2.3.2
Setting mounted lenses
• When measuring the spectacles in use or processed lenses, remove dusts and processing
waste on the lens before measurement.
Otherwise, foreign matters may be attached to the nosepiece or lens holder and damage the
lenses.
1
Set mounted lenses.
Place the frames on the nosepiece with the front
surface up.
2
Set the lens table.
Pull the lens table lever toward yourself until it touches the bottom of the frames.
• Touch the bottom of both frames onto the lens table.
If the frames are off the lens table, an error may occur in the axis value.
3
Fix the lens with the lens holder.
Raise the lens holder lever to its uppermost position, then lower it slowly to fix the lens.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Single Vision Lenses
2.4
Measuring Single Vision Lenses
Single vision lenses are measured on the auto measurement screen or normal measurement screen.
1
Specify the lens side if necessary.
Press the L-selection button
tion button
or R-selec-
to specify the left-eye lens or
2
right-eye lens.
The blinking R/L indication shows the measuring
lens side.
The specified lens side can also be confirmed by
the lens indication.
• When the lens side is specified after measurement in single state (R/L not specified), the
measured data is cleared. Specify the lens side before measurement.
2
Perform alignment of a lens.
Move the lens to bring the target (
the center of the alignment circle.
) close to
When the target comes within a range of 0.5'
from the center, the target changes from
to
(cross).
For mounted lenses, move the lens table along the frames. When alignment is complete,
make sure that the bottom of the frames is touched to the lens table.
• When the target changes from
in normal measurement.
to
(cross), correct measurement can be performed
When marking a lens, perform more correct alignment until
3
(large cross) appears.
Press the read button.
The measured data is fixed.
• The auto read function can be selected with the “Auto RD S“ or “Auto RD R/L“ parameter.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Single Vision Lenses
• Fixing the measured data
After the measured data is fixed on the screen and the data is saved in memory, the R/L indication changes to blue.
R/L indication when data is fixed
Shows that measured data of the lens in single state is saved in memory.
Shows that measured data of the left-eye lens is saved in memory.
Shows that measured data of the right-eye lens is saved in memory.
Since the target is not fixed, measurement can be performed by aligning the target and
pressing the read button again.
Cylinder mode can be changed with the cylinder +/- button
even after data is fixed.
• Fixing measured data with the auto read function
When the “Auto RD S” or “Auto RD R/L” parameter is set to “ ” or “
”, the data is automatically fixed after the target is aligned as well as when the read button is pressed.
Auto RD S
Auto RD R/L
Auto read function in single state
Auto read function in R/L state
To retry measurement, align the target and press the read button again.
When the “Auto RD S” and/or “Auto RD R/L” parameter is set to “ ”, the measured data is
automatically fixed after the target is aligned. If alignment is performed until the target
changes to “
”, auto read is performed again.
4
Measure the other lens if necessary (in R/L state).
Press the L-selection button
or right-eye lens.
or R-selection button
to specify the left-eye lens
Follow the same steps as the first lens.
• For R/L state, when the “Auto R/L“ parameter is set to “On”, R and L are changed
automatically when the lens is removed after the measured data is fixed.
5
Record the measured result.
When an external device is connected, the data is transmitted or printed out.
It means that data is transmitted without printing.
When the “AR print” parameter is set to “Off”
It means that data is printed by the printer of the connected AR, ARK or RKT.
When the “AR print” parameter is set to “On”
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Single Vision Lenses
{ Changing the cylinder mode
Pressing the cylinder +/- selection button
changes the cylinder mode to + or -. Pressing the
button again returns to the preset mode.
(White)
Shows that data is displayed in cylinder mode set with the parameter.
(Yellow)
Shows that data (SPH, CYL, and AXIS) is displayed after reversing the cylinder
mode set with the parameter.
2
{ Changing the prism indication
To display the prism value, set the “Prism” parameter to “P-B” or “BU/D BI/O”.
When this parameter is set to “Off“, the measured prism value is not displayed.
The measured prism value is displayed by polar coordinates.
Absolute value of prism (')
P-B
Direction of base ( )
The measured prism value is displayed by rectangular coordinates.
Base In
BU/D BI/O
Base Out
Base Up
Base Down
Off
The measured prism value is not displayed.
When marking with the prism prescription, follow the prescription.
Extended pressing of the cylinder +/- selection button
can also momentarily switch the prism
coordinate display.
• When the "Prism" parameter is set to "Off", measured values are displayed larger than
when prism measured values are displayed.
{ Guide mark
To align the target precisely, a guide mark (
) is displayed
in the alignment circle.
It is displayed by setting the “Guide” parameter to “On”.
Align the target by moving the lens in the direction in which
the guide line is displayed.
Proper alignment makes the guide mark disappear.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Bifocal Lenses
2.5
Measuring Bifocal Lenses
Bifocal lenses (or trifocal lenses) can be measured sequentially in the order of distance portion o
near portion (for trifocal lenses, distance portion o intermediate portion o near portion).
Distance portion
Intermediate portion
Near portion
Trifocal lens
Bifocal lens
1
Specify the lens side if necessary.
Press the L-selection button
right-eye lens.
or R-selection
2
Bring the distance portion onto the nosepiece.
3
Measure the distance power.
After the target changes from
press the read button.
to
to specify the left-eye lens or
(cross),
The distance power is fixed.
• In measurement of the distance portion, auto read works according to the setting of the
“Auto RD S“ or “Auto RD R/L“ parameter.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Bifocal Lenses
4
Measure the near ADD power (Add: 1st ADD
power).
Pull the lens toward yourself to bring the near
portion onto the nosepiece.
When the ADD power is detected, the auto ADD
measurement function places the device into
ADD power measurement.
For trifocals, bring the intermediate portion onto
the nosepiece.
2
Intermediate
portion
• It is not necessary to align the target.
• Measure the near ADD power without removing the lens from the nosepiece.
If the lens has been removed once, you may need to start from distance measurement.
• For trifocal lenses, if the vertical width of the intermediate portion is narrow, the measuring
beam may interrupt the boundary and correct measurement may not be performed.
5
Press the read button.
The measured data of the ADD power (Add) is
fixed.
Auto read is disabled so press the read button to
fix the measured data.
For bifocals, measurement is complete at this point.
For trifocals, proceed to Steps 6 and 7.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Bifocal Lenses
6
Bring the near portion onto the nosepiece.
The near ADD power (Ad2: 2nd ADD power)
appears on the screen.
• It is not necessary to align the target.
7
Press the read button.
The near ADD power (Ad2) is fixed.
Auto read is disabled so press the read button to fix the measured data.
8
Measure the other lens if necessary (in R/L state).
Press the L-selection button
or right-eye lens.
or R-selection button
to specify the left-eye lens
Follow the same steps as the first lens.
9
Record the measured result.
When an external device is connected, export or print out the data.
• Auto R/L selection works as in the same case with single vision lenses.
{ Sphere indication for near portion
By setting the “Near” parameter on the parameter screen
to “Near Sph”, the measured data of the near portion
(ADD) is displayed by sphere value instead of ADD value.
N: 1st near power (distance power + 1st ADD
power)
2: 2nd near power (distance power + 2nd ADD
power)
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Bifocal Lenses
{ Measuring ADD power more accurately
These are the procedures for measuring the ADD power without including an error in the measured
data made by the distance between the segment and the nosepiece.
It is especially effective when the base lens is thick.
1
Set the distance portion with the concave side up
as shown on the right.
Bring the opposite side of the segment position
from the midpoint of the lens center onto the
nosepiece.
2
2
Press the read button.
The distance power is fixed.
• It is not necessary to align the target.
• This measured data is only a reference for obtaining the ADD power and is not the actual
distance power.
Record the distance power in normal measurement with the convex side up.
3
Set the near portion.
Pull the lens toward yourself to bring the near
portion onto the nosepiece.
The ADD power (Add) appears.
• It is not necessary to align the target.
4
Press the read button.
The measured data of the near ADD power
(Add) is fixed.
Auto read is disabled so press the read button to
fix the measured data.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Progressive Power Lenses
2.6
2.6.1
Measuring Progressive Power Lenses
Measuring uncut lenses
Measure a lens at the marks of the distance portion and near portion printed on the lens in the same
manner as “2.5 Measuring Bifocal Lenses” (page 26).
Distance power measuring position
Near power measuring position
Horizontal reference line
• A lens must be placed with its horizontal reference line parallel to the lens table.
• If the marks printed on the lens interrupt the measuring beam, the target may wiggle.
In such a case, measure the lens when the target stabilizes by moving the lens slightly.
2.6.2
Measuring mounted lenses
Measure a lens on the PPL measurement screen or auto measurement screen.
On the auto measurement screen, when the lens on the nosepiece is detected as a progressive power lens, the screen changes to the PPL measurement screen automatically.
Distance portion
Intermediate portion (progressive zone)
Power changes progressively.
Near portion
After the distance portion and near portion are detected from power changes in the progressive power
lens, the guides (target and arrow) to align the lens appears on the screen.
1) Move the lens in the direction of the arrow to
roughly align the lens position.
Crossline
2) Precisely align the target with the crossline.
Target
Arrow
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Progressive Power Lenses
1
Change the screen to the PPL measurement
screen.
Press the measurement selection button
on the normal measurement screen to display
the PPL measurement screen.
To switch the auto measurement screen to the
PPL measurement screen, see “{ Screen
change in auto measurement” (page 35).
2
2
Specify the lens side if necessary.
Press the L-selection button
or right-eye lens.
3
or R-selection button
to specify the left-eye lens
Set mounted lenses.
See “2.3.2 Setting mounted lenses” (page 22).
The following is the measurement procedures for the right-eye lens.
4
Measure the distance power.
1) Bring the intermediate portion (progressive
zone) onto the nosepiece.
Place a portion that is slightly lower than the center
of the lens on the nosepiece.
When the lens is placed in an inverted position, the
icon changes to
to call attention to it.
The target indicating the distance portion is displayed.
The arrow shows the direction in which the lens
should be moved.
• Tips in moving the lens:
To measure the progressive power lenses accurately, pay attention to the following:
• Move the lens while the frames are constantly in contact with the lens table.
• Move the lens vertically after horizontal alignment of the lens.
• Ensure that the lens is constantly in contact with the nosepiece.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Progressive Power Lenses
2) Move the lens in the horizontal direction to
align the target with the vertical line of the
crossline.
3) Slowly move the lens inward (upward on the
screen) referring to the target to align it with
the crossline.
When the target is off the vertical line of the
crossline in the horizontal direction while the
lens is moved, move the lens in the horizontal
direction.
When the vertical position is roughly aligned,
the arrow disappears.
4) Make fine vertical and horizontal adjustments
of the lens to align the target with the
crossline until the target changes from
to
(cross).
5) When the target changes to
(cross) and
measured data stabilizes, the measured data
is automatically fixed.
The “Distance measurement complete“ message
appears. The screen changes to ADD power measurement for the near portion automatically.
• When the “Dist. auto RD” parameter is set to “Off”, press the read button when the target
changes to
(cross) in Step 5) and the measured data stabilizes.
• When the distance portion cannot be detected in normal measurement, bring the distance
portion onto the center of the nosepiece, and then press the read button.
• For progressive power lenses corrected with the horizontal prism, the pupil position for the
distance vision with spectacles is marked as distance portion. In such a case, press the
read button manually.
The near portion can be measured in the normal method.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Progressive Power Lenses
5
Measure the near ADD power.
1) The target
appears.
indicating
the
near
portion
The arrow shows the direction in which the lens
should be moved.
2
2) Move the lens slowly in the direction of the
arrow (toward you).
When the intermediate portion (progressive zone)
is detected, the “Conducting near measurement...“
message appears and the current ADD power
(Add) appears.
The indicator for near portion (T) appears above,
below, on the right of, or on the left of the target,
which shows the direction and movement distance
to move the lens.
Move the lens as shown in the direction of (T).
The number of indicators for near portion (up to 3)
shows how much the lens should be moved.
3) First perform horizontal alignment of the
lens.
Move the lens in the horizontal direction until
the indicator for near portion (T) on the left
or right of the target disappears.
4) Perform vertical alignment of the lens.
Move the lens in the vertical direction until
the indicator for near portion (T) above or
below the target disappears.
Move the lens in the vertical direction after
horizontal alignment of the lens.
• When the indicator for near portion appears on the left or right of the target, perform
horizontal alignment again.
Perform vertical alignment of the lens ensuring that the indicator for near portion is not displayed
on the left or right of the target.
• When the indicator for near portion above the target does not disappear:
For frames with a small vertical diameter, the indicator for near portion may not disappear due to
steep variations in lens powers even though the lens is moved toward you. In such cases, press
the read button to measure the lens with the lens table at the front.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Progressive Power Lenses
• Whether to display the indicator for near
portion (T) can be set with the “Indicator”
parameter.
When the “Indicator” parameter is set to
“Off”, align the lens referring to the target.
When the vertical position is aligned, the
arrow disappears.
After horizontal and vertical alignment of
the lens, the target changes from
to
(cross).
5) Perform fine vertical and horizontal adjustments of the lens to align the target to the
crossline until the target changes from
to
(cross).
6) When the target changes to
(cross) and
the measured data stabilizes, the data is fixed
automatically.
The “Near measurement complete“ message
appears.
• When the “Near auto RD” parameter is set to “Off”, press the read button when the target
(cross) in Step 6) and the measured data stabilizes.
changes to
• When the near portion cannot be detected in normal measurement, bring the near portion
onto the center of the nosepiece, and then press the read button.
6
Measure the other lens if necessary (in R/L state).
Press the L-selection button
or right-eye lens.
or R-selection button
to specify the left-eye lens
Follow the same steps as the first lens.
7
Record the measured result.
When an external device is connected, export or print out the data.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Progressive Power Lenses
• Auto R/L selection works after ADD power measurement.
{ Measurement screen in the single state:
When the lens side is not specified (single state), a round lens is displayed in form on the screen.
The measurement procedure is the same as when the
lens side is specified.
2
{ Screen change in auto measurement
When the lens on the nosepiece is detected as a progressive power lens on the auto measurement
screen (normal measurement), the screen changes to the PPL measurement screen (auto measurement mode) automatically.
1) Set a progressive power lens onto the nosepiece on the auto measurement screen.
Place the intermediate portion (progressive zone)
that is slightly lower than the center of the lens or
near portion area onto the nosepiece.
• If the distance portion is placed on the nosepiece, the lens may not be detected as a
progressive power lens.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Progressive Power Lenses
2) When a lens is placed on the nosepiece, the
“Checking lens type...” message appears.
Do not move the lens greatly while this message is
displayed. Correct detection may not be possible.
• While the “Checking lens type...” message is displayed, the read button functions but auto
read does not function.
3) When the lens is detected as a progressive
power lens, the measurement mode
changes.
The measurement mode indication changes from
to
.
• To check the lens type again after incorrect detection, remove the lens once and replace it.
4) The screen changes to the PPL measurement screen automatically.
When data clear is performed after lens measurement, the screen returns to the auto measurement
screen (normal measurement).
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Prism Lenses
2.7
Measuring Prism Lenses
There are the procedures to measure prism power of mounted prism lenses.
Set the “Prism” parameter in advance.
P-B
The prism measured value is displayed by polar coordinates.
BU/D BI/O
Off
1
The prism measured value is displayed by rectangular coordinates.
2
The prism measured value is not be displayed.
Mark the pupil center (eye point).
Instruct the customer to wear spectacles and
look straight. Mark the pupil center on each lens.
• The mark should be 1 mm or smaller in diameter.
If the mark is too big, it may interfere with the measurement.
2
Specify the lens side.
Press the L-selection button
or right-eye lens.
3
or R-selection button
to specify the left-eye lens
Set mounted lenses.
Place the frames on the nosepiece with the lens
convex side up.
4
Hold the lens with the lens holder.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Prism Lenses
5
Bring the eye point marked in Step 1 to the center of the nosepiece.
• It is not necessary to align the target.
6
Press the read button.
The measured data is fixed.
• If the “Measurement error” message appears, the mark may interrupt the measuring beam.
Move the lens slightly to achieve the measured data.
7
Measure the other lens if necessary.
Press the L-selection button
or right-eye lens.
or R-selection button
to specify the left-eye lens
Follow the same steps as the first lens.
8
Record the measured result.
When an external device is connected, export or print out the data.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Contact Lenses
2.8
Measuring Contact Lenses
1
Replace the nosepiece with the one for contact
lenses.
The top of the nosepiece for contact lenses is
smaller than the standard one.
2
2
Change the screen to the CL measurement
screen.
Press the measurement selection button
on the PPL measurement screen to change the
screen to the CL measurement screen.
• When the “Contact” parameter is set to “Only”, the measurement selection button is
disabled.
The mode is restricted to the CL measurement.
• When the “Contact” parameter is set to “Off”, the screen cannot be changed to the CL
measurement screen.
Select “On” or “Only”.
3
Specify the lens side if necessary.
Press the L-selection button
or R-selection button
to specify the left-eye lens or
right-eye lens.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Contact Lenses
4
Set a contact lens.
Put the lens on the nosepiece with the convex
side up.
For soft contact lenses, set the lens after removing moisture from the surface with a soft cloth.
CAUTION • Hold a contact lens with tweezers or fingers. Be careful not to damage the lens.
• Only use tweezers with round tips.
• Do not press the contact lens down with the lens holder.
It damages the contact lens.
5
Align the contact lens.
Align the contact lens, pushing its end lightly with
tweezers tips.
CAUTION • Avoid contacting the nosepiece while aligning the contact lens.
If not, the contact lens may fall.
6
Press the read button.
In CL measurement, a SE value is displayed
along with the S, C and A measured data.
• SE (Spherical Equivalent) value
This is 1/2 of the cylinder value added to the sphere value. When a non-cylindrical contact
lens is measured and still a cylinder value is detected, the SE value will be more reliable
than the SPH value to know the total sphere value.
It reduces the error in the measured data made by the unintended cylinder value.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMeasuring Contact Lenses
• In CL measurement, auto read is disabled regardless of the parameter setting.
Press the read button for measurement.
7
Remove the contact lens from the nosepiece.
8
Measure the other lens if necessary.
Press the L-selection button
or right-eye lens.
or R-selection button
to specify the left-eye lens
2
Follow the same steps as the first lens.
9
Record the measured result.
When an external device is connected, export or print out the data.
• Measure a soft contact lens as quickly as possible before the lens surface becomes dry.
Since the lens contains water and is made of soft material, the lens cannot stay spherical for a
long time, altering the measured data.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMarking
2.9
Marking
2.9.1
Marking at the optical center
Marking is performed to indicate the optical center position and axis direction.
• To measure PD of mounted lenses, mark a lens at the optical center of both right-eye lens
and left-eye lens. Measure the distance between the marked center points.
• For simple astigmatism lenses such as S 0.00 D and C -1.00 D or equivalent lenses, the
target cannot be moved in the bus direction.
Mark a lens at the geometric center in the correct direction.
1
Set a lens on the nosepiece.
2
Align the lens.
Move the lens until the target changes from
to
(cross) and then from
(cross) to
(large cross).
(large cross) shows that the lens is within
ø0.8 mm from the optical center where marking
is allowed.
3
If the lens contains cylindrical power, set the cylinder axis according to the prescription.
While watching the axis value, rotate the lens until the prescribed axis value is displayed.
When the “Auto RD S” or “Auto RD R/L” parameter
is set to “
” or “
”, the measured data will
automatically be fixed after the target is aligned.
Watch the axis value displayed to the top right of
the target.
When
(large cross) changes back to
(cross), align the target again.
For the axis of 90 or 180 , the shape of the target changes as shown on the right.
AXIS 90
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AXIS 180
OPERATING PROCEDURESMarking
• When marking a cylinder lens in the bus direction, adjust the axis to 180 .
4
Hold the lens with the lens holder.
5
Mark the lens.
Press down the marking lever to mark the lens.
Three points in a line parallel to the lens table
are marked.
2
• Press down the marking lever slowly and lightly.
Pressing down firmly may damage the tip of the ink cartridge.
6
Remove the lens from the nosepiece.
To remove the lens, raise the lens holder lever
until it clicks.
• Do not touch the marked points.
Faded ink makes the cylinder axis hard to see.
• It is recommended to make its mark on the uncut lens with a marking pen to identify the
right side or left side of the lens or nasal side after marking.
• 䎃After marking the repellent or super repellent lenses, pull up the marking lever slowly so
that the tip of the ink cartridge gradually becomes off from the lens.
To do so causes fewer ink spread and the ink markings become easy to see.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMarking
2.9.2
Marking for prism prescription
These are the procedures to mark lenses for heterophoria according to a prescription.
{ For rectangular coordinates
1
Set the “Prism” parameter on the parameter
screen to “BU/D BI/O”.
For details of the setting procedures, see “2.12
Setting Parameters” (page 49).
2
Press the L-selection button
lens or right-eye lens.
or R-selection button
to specify the left-eye
• Specify the left-eye lens or right-eye lens for rectangular coordinates.
3
Set the lens on the nosepiece with the upper side of the lens toward you.
CAUTION• When marking for prism prescription, be sure to set the upper side of the lens toward
you.
If the lens is set with the wrong side toward you, the marked lens does not follow prescription. For the LM-500, the zero degree direction is on the user’s left. Be aware that
the lens should be set with the upper side of the lens toward you, which is opposite in
orientation of the lens with a manual lensmeter or a blocker.
4
While watching the prism values on the screen,
move the lens until the values show the prescription.
Prism indication
I
Base In
O
Base Out
U
Base Up
D
Base Down
Prism values
5
If the lens contains cylindrical power, while watching the axis value on the screen, rotate
the lens until the value shows the prescription.
6
Mark a lens.
Press down the marking lever to mark the lens.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESMarking
{ For polar coordinates
1
Set the “Prism” parameter on the parameter
screen to “P-B”.
For details of the setting procedures, see “2.12
Setting Parameters” (page 49).
2
2
Press the L-selection button
lens or right-eye lens.
3
Set the lens on the nosepiece with the upper side of the lens toward you.
or R-selection button
to specify the left-eye
CAUTION• When marking for prism prescription, be sure to set the upper side of the lens toward
you.
If the lens is set with the wrong side toward you, the marked lens does not follow prescription. For the LM-500, the zero degree direction is on the user’s left. Be aware that
the lens should be set with the upper side of the lens toward you, which is opposite in
orientation of the lens with a manual lensmeter or a blocker.
4
While watching the prism values on the screen,
move the lens until the values show the prescription.
Prism power is displayed with the absolute value
(': PRISM) and base direction ( : BASE).
Prism values
5
If the lens contains cylindrical power, while watching the axis value on the screen, rotate
the lens until the value shows the prescription.
6
Mark a lens.
Press down the marking lever to mark the lens.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESCommunication Print (AR Print)
2.10 Communication Print (AR Print)
It is possible to print measured data using the printer of the
connected AR, ARK or RKT.
Connectable devices:
AR-20/600 series/AR-330A series, ARK-30/700 series/
ARK-530A series
RKT-7700
Press the export button
to print out the measured
data.
Sample printout
* Typefaces are different depending
on the connected devices.
{ Connecting procedures
CAUTION • Be sure to turn off each device before connecting the interface cable, etc.
Connecting the cable with power on may cause malfunction.
1
Connect the AR, ARK or RKT to the interface connector of the LM-500 with the interface
cable (option: OPIF-6).
Interface connector
Interface cable (optional)
To AR, ARK or RKT
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OPERATING PROCEDURESCommunication Print (AR Print)
{ Setting procedures
Set the following parameters on the LM-500 and AR, ARK or RKT.
1
Set the following parameters related to communications on the LM-500:
No.
Parameter
Settings
22
Com mode
NIDEK
23
Baud rate
9600 (bps)
24
Parity
Odd
25
Data bits
8bit
26
Stop bits
1bit
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AR print
On
2
For details of the parameter setting procedures, see “2.12 Setting Parameters” (page 49).
Set Parameters No. 22 to 26 to the factory settings. Setting the “AR print” parameter to “On”
automatically sets those parameters to their factory settings.
2
Set the following parameters on the AR, ARK or RKT.
Parameter settings on the AR or ARK series
Parameter
Settings
IN port (LM)
NIDEK
LM Data Prt.
YES
Baud-Rate
9600
Bit Length
8
Parameter settings on the RKT-7700
Parameter
Settings
BAUD-RATE
9600
BIT LENGTH
8
LM DATA PRINT
YES
For details of the parameter setting procedures, refer to the corresponding Operator’s Manual to the connected AR, ARK or RKT.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESAfter Use
2.11 After Use
1
Turn the device off.
When the measurement screen is displayed, turn the power switch off (
).
• Turning off the power when the parameter screen is displayed may not save the set
parameter settings.
Parameter settings are saved when the exit button
page button
2
, back page button
, or forward
is pressed on the parameter screen.
Put the dust cover over the device.
CAUTION • If the device will not be used for a long period of time, disconnect the power cord from
the grounded power outlet.
If dust on the device attracts moisture, it may cause short circuit or fire.
• When the device is not in use, turn it off and put the dust cover over the device.
Dust may affect the measurement accuracy.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESSetting Parameters
2.12 Setting Parameters
The LM-500 contains the function to change each parameter setting of the device according to your
needs and preference.
There are 37 parameters related to the indication, measurement, printing, and communication.
The procedures for changing and checking each parameter setting are described as follows.
1
Display the parameter screen.
2
Hold the measurement selection button down
until the icon changes to
and release it.
2
Display the page on which the parameter setting
needs to be changed.
Select the page on which the parameter setting
needs to be changed with the forward page button
or back page button
.
There are five pages.
Every time the read button is pressed, the icons
change. Select the icon combination according
to the operation.
Pressing the read button
changes the icons.
3
Move the cursor to the parameter to be changed.
With the up button
, move the cursor (
or down button
) to the param-
eter to be changed.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESSetting Parameters
4
Change the parameter setting with the selection
/
.
button
The highlighted options are the selected parameter settings.
For details of the parameter settings, see “2.12.1
Parameter tables” (page 51).
In the parameters necessary for entering numerical values, the selection buttons are displayed as follows.
Increase a numerical value.
Decrease a numerical value.
5
Change the other parameter settings to be changed in the manner as Steps 2 to 4.
6
Press the exit button
to return to the measurement screen.
The changed parameter settings are saved in memory.
.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESSetting Parameters
2.12.1 Parameter tables
<Page 1>
* Underlined options indicate factory settings.
No.
Parameter
Settings
1
Step
0.25, 0.12, 0.06, 0.01 (D)
2
Cylinder
+, +/-, -
3
Prism
Off, P-B, BU/D BI/O
4
Abbe select
A:, B:, C:, Com
5
Wavelength
e, d
Category
Measurement
indication
Standard of
measurement
2
1 : Step
This is for selecting the indication step of measured data (D).
The indication step of axis and prism T is 1
at all times.
2 : Cylinder
This is for selecting the cylinder mode from +, +/- (MIX), or -.
CYL+
Displays the cylindrical power by + reading.
CYL±
(MIX)
Displays the cylindrical power by + reading when the refractive power is
positive for any axis angle.
Indicates the cylindrical power by - reading in other cases.
CYL-
Displays the cylindrical power by - reading.
3 : Prism
This is for selecting the indication form of the measured prism value. When “Off” is selected, the prism
value is not displayed.
Off
The measured prism value is not displayed.
P-B
The measured prism value is displayed by polar coordinates.
BU/D BI/O
The measured prism value is displayed by rectangular coordinates.
4 : Abbe select
This is for compensating for error in measured data produced due to measurement of high-power lenses
using the abbe number. Select the abbe number for compensation from A:, B:, C:, or Com.
Set A:
(factory setting: 41)
Set B:
(factory setting: 58)
Set C:
(factory setting: 32)
Abbe numbers can be entered in each of Set A, Set B, and Set C in the range of 20 to 60 according to
the lens material.
“Com” can be selected only when the abbe number is transmitted from a connected PC. When “Com”
is selected, the abbe number through communication is set and displayed on the setting indication of
the measurement screen.
Move the cursor to A, B, or C and press the selection button
value.
/
to increase or decrease the
A is automatically selected at power-on. Set the abbe number that is usually used at A.
5 : Wavelength
This is for selecting the measured data from the one to be obtained with the e-line wavelength (546.07
nm) or that with the d-line wavelength (587.56 nm).
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OPERATING PROCEDURESSetting Parameters
<Page 2>
* Underlined options indicate factory settings.
No.
Parameter
Settings
6
Auto R/L
Off, On
7
Auto RD S
Off,
,
8
Auto RD R/L
Off,
,
9
Dist. auto RD
Off, On
10
Near auto RD
Off, On
11
Indicator
Off, On
12
Single
Off, On
13
Near
Near Sph, Add
14
Contact
Off, On, Only
Category
Auto function
On-screen
indication
6 : Auto R/L
This is for changing the R/L indication automatically or manually when the measuring lens side is
changed.
Off
The lens side is specified by pressing the button.
On
After the measured data is fixed, the R/L indication changes automatically by
removing the lens without pressing the button.
However, when both R and L data are fixed, the sign does not change by removing
the lens.
On the CL measurement screen, auto R/L is disabled.
7 : Auto RD S
This is for enabling or disabling the auto read function in single state.
Off
(
The measured data is fixed by pressing the read button.
)
When the lens is aligned until the target changes to “
(cross)” (or
measured data is automatically fixed without pressing the read button.
), the
After auto read, if alignment is performed again until the target changes to “
), auto read is performed again.
” (or
When the lens is aligned until the target changes to “
(
)
(large cross)” (or
), the measured data is automatically fixed without pressing the read
button.
The target inside the parentheses is the setting when the “Target” parameter is set to “
".
On the CL measurement screen, auto read S is disabled.
8 : Auto RD R/L
This is for enabling or disabling the auto read function in R/L state.
Off
(
The measured data is fixed by pressing the read button.
)
When the lens is aligned until the target changes to “
(cross)” (or
measured data is automatically fixed without pressing the read button.
), the
After auto read, if alignment is performed again until the target changes to “
), auto read is performed again.
” (or
When the lens is aligned until the target changes to “
(
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)
(large cross)” (or
), the measured data is automatically fixed without pressing the read
button.
OPERATING PROCEDURESSetting Parameters
The target inside the parentheses is the setting when the “Target” parameter is set to “
”.
On the CL measurement screen, auto read R/L is disabled.
9 : Dist. auto RD
This is for enabling or disabling the auto read function for the distance portion in measurement of progressive lenses.
When the lens is aligned until the target changes to
pressing the read button.
(cross), the measured data is fixed without
10 : Near auto RD
This is for enabling or disabling the auto read function for the near portion in measurement of progressive lenses.
When the lens is aligned until the target changes to
pressing the read button.
(cross), the measured data is fixed without
11 : Indicator
This is for selecting whether to display the indicator for near portion (T) for alignment of the near portion in PPL measurement.
When this parameter is set to “On”, the indicator for near portion (T) appears above, below, on the
right of, or on the left of the target, which shows the direction and movement distance to move the lens.
12 : Single
This is for selecting whether to display the single state.
When “On” is selected, the single state is set by pressing the clear button
selected, R is set.
. When “Off” is
13 : Near
This is for selecting the indication form of the measured data for the near portion.
Near Sph
Add
The near portion power is displayed by sphere value (SPH).
The near portion power is displayed by ADD value (ADD).
14 : Contact
This is for enabling or disabling the CL measurement mode.
When CL measurement is not performed:
Off
The screen changes by pressing the measurement selection button in the order of
Auto measurement screen o Normal measurement screen o PPL measurement
screen oAuto measurement screen...
When CL measurement is performed:
On
The screen changes by pressing the measurement selection button in the order of
Auto measurement screen o Normal measurement screen o PPL measurement
screen oCL measurement screen oAuto measurement screen...
Only when CL measurement is performed.
Only
The measurement selection button is disabled. Only the CL measurement screen is
available.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESSetting Parameters
<Page 3>
* Underlined options indicate factory settings.
No.
Parameter
Settings
Category
Auto, Normal, Progressive, Contact
15
Intl. screen
16
Target
17
Guide
Off, On
18
Beep
Off, Low, Mid, Hi
19
Auto off
Off, 1, 3, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60 (min)
20
Color
Blue, Red, Green
21
Icon
Fixed, Changeable
On-screen
indication
,
Other function
On-screen
indication
15 : Intl. screen
This is for selecting the measurement screen displayed at power-on.
Auto
Normal
Normal measurement screen in auto mode
Normal measurement screen
Progressive
PPL measurement screen
Contact
CL measurement screen
16 : Target
This is for selecting the indication format of the target displayed on the measurement screen.
Normal target
The target indicates the distance and direction from the center of the
nosepiece.
The direction and movement distance are constant regardless of the refractive
power of lenses.
Prism target
The target moves based on prisms as with the eyepiece- type or projectiontype lensmeter.
The target rotates itself, indicating the axis.
For display samples, see “{ Details of target” (page 20).
17 : Guide
This is for setting whether or not to display the guide mark (
for precise alignment of the target.
) in the center of the alignment circle
See “{ Guide mark” (page 25) for details of the guide mark.
18 : Beep
This is for selecting the musical quality of beeps, which sound for each press of the button and when
the data is auto read.
19 : Auto off
This is for enabling or disabling the display auto off function or setting the display auto off time.
During lens measurement, the device will not be placed into display auto off mode.
20 : Color
This is for screen color setting.
21 : Icon
This is for enabling or disabling the switch icon function.
When "Fixed" is selected, the icons of the measurement selection button and the R/L selection button
are displayed without toggle as follows:
Measurement selection button:
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, R/L selection button:
OPERATING PROCEDURESSetting Parameters
<Page 4>
* Underlined options indicate factory settings.
No.
Parameter
Settings
22
Com mode
Off, NIDEK, PC, NCP10, NCP20
23
Baud rate
1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 (bps)
24
Parity
Off, Odd, Even
25
Data bits
7bit, 8bit
26
Stop bits
1bit, 2bit
27
CR code
Off, On
28
Prism Tx
Off, On, Display
Category
Communication
function
2
22 : Com mode
This is for selecting the device to communicate with.
Off
When no data is to be transmitted or printed
NIDEK
Communication with a NIDEK-brand device
PC
Computer
NCP10
NCP10-compliant NIDEK-brand device
NCP20
NCP20-compliant NIDEK-brand device
23 : Baud rate
This is for selecting the baud-rate (bit transmission speed) for communication.
When the “Com mode” parameter is set to “NIDEK”, “9600” is automatically selected and it cannot be
changed.
24 : Parity
This is for setting whether to perform parity check. If you do, select either odd parity or even parity.
When the “Com mode” parameter is set to “NIDEK”, “Odd” is automatically selected and it cannot be
changed.
25 : Data bits
This is for selecting the bit number for a single character used for communication.
When the “Com mode” parameter is set to “NIDEK” or “NCP20”, “8bit” is automatically selected and it
cannot be changed.
26 : Stop bits
This is for selecting the bit number of stop bit for communication.
When the “Com mode” parameter is set to “NIDEK”, “1bit” is automatically selected and it cannot be
changed.
27 : CR code
This is for selecting whether to attach CR (carriage return) code at the end of data to be transmitted.
28 : Prism Tx
This is for selecting whether to transmit the measured prism value.
Off
The measured prism value is not transmitted at any time.
On
The measured prism value is transmitted at all times.
Display
When the measured prism value is displayed on the screen, it is transmitted. If
not, it is not be transmitted.
• If you want to interface the LM-500 with external computers, you may ask for the interface
manual to your authorized distributor, which explains the details of the communication
functions.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESSetting Parameters
<Page 5>
* Underlined options indicate factory settings.
No.
Parameter
Settings
29
Source
0 to 255, factory setting: 1
30
Destination
0 to 255, factory setting: 0
31
Request
0.1 to 10.0 (seconds), factory setting: 2
32
Reception
1 to 100 (seconds), factory setting: 10
33
Response
0.1 to 10.0 (seconds), factory setting: 2
34
Re-request
0.1 to 10.0 (seconds), factory setting: 2
35
Retry
0 to 5 (times), factory setting: 3
36
AR print
Off, On
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Comments
Sets the comments.
Category
Communication
function (NCP20)
Communication
print
Parameters No. 29 to 35 are the items when the “Com mode” parameter is set to “NCP20”.
29 : Source
This is for setting the port number of the source (LM-500) from 0 to 255.
30 : Destination
This is for setting the port number of the destination (receiving device) from 0 to 255.
31 : Request
This is for setting the response waiting time (time-out) for command requests from 0.1 to 10.0 seconds.
32 : Reception
This is for setting the waiting time (time-out) for receiving commands from 1 to 100 seconds.
33 : Response
This is for setting the waiting time (time-out) for responding to commands from 0.1 to 10.0 seconds.
34 : Re-request
This is for setting the response waiting time (time-out) for another command requests from 0.1 to 10.0
seconds.
35 : Retry
This is for setting the number of retry times from 0 to 5 when communication is not established.
36 : AR print
This is for selecting whether to print measured data using the printer of the connected AR, ARK, or RKT.
When this parameter is set to “On”, the “Com mode” parameter is automatically set to “NIDEK” and it
cannot be changed.
37 : Comments
This is for setting the contents of comments in communication print.
Selecting the “Comments” parameter and then pressing the selection button switches the screen to the
comments setting screen.
For details, see “2.12.2 Entering comments” (page 57).
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OPERATING PROCEDURESSetting Parameters
2.12.2 Entering comments
The comments in communication print can be changed. (Factory setting: NIDEK LM-500).
1
Display the parameter screen.
Hold the measurement selection button down
until the icon changes to
and release it.
2
Press the forward page button
parameter page 5.
3
Press the down button
ments”.
4
Press the selection button
to switch the
screen to the comments settings screen.
2
to display
to select “Com-
The comments setting screen is displayed.
In the upper part of the screen, the currentlyentered comments are displayed.
5
Press the right switch
to select the entry position.
or left switch
The cursor indicates the position where a character is entered or changed.
Up to 24 characters can be entered in two lines.
Each press of the read button toggles the selection button between
and
.
Move the cursor in the entry position.
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OPERATING PROCEDURESSetting Parameters
6
Change the contents with the selection button
and/or
.
Move the cursor to the desired character in the
list and change the display.
Move the cursor and change the contents.
• The line with “DEL
” at the top can not be printed out.
Entering “DEL” in a line makes the character position blank.
• The display on the screen may differ with the printed character depending on the
connected device.
It occurs for the marks such as “#”, “$”, “@”, “[”, “]”. Check the actual printout.
7
Repeat Steps 5 to 6 to enter the desired comments.
8
When comments change is completed, press the exit button
to finish the settings.
When the exit button is pressed, the comments are saved in memory and the screen return
to parameter page 5.
9
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Press the exit button
to return to the measurement screen.
3.
OPERATION WHEN PERIPHERAL DEVICES ARE CONNECTED
The LM-500 transmits data to an external device such as the NIDEK motorized refractor, computer,
and Eye Care card system.
The optional foot switch can be used instead of the read button to read measured data.
CAUTION • Be sure to turn off each device before connecting the interface cable, etc.
Connecting the cable with power on may cause malfunction.
3.1
Connecting to the NIDEK Motorized Refractor (RT) or Computer
3
3.1.1
Outline
Measured data can be transmitted to the NIDEK motorized refractor (hereafter referred to as the RT)
or a computer. (For connectable devices, see footnote *1 on page 4.)
The measured data transmitted to the RT is used as former lensmetory data (LM data) in objective
tests.
Connectable device: RT-1200 series, RT-2100 series, RT-5100 series
Data transmitted to a computer can be managed by various database software.
Measurement of eyeglasses
Subjective refraction
LM data
Subjective test guided by former LM data
NIDEK motorized refractor
Managed by database software
Data output to RT
LM data
Computer
• LM data can be transmitted through RS-232C compliant communication.
• USB communication can be performed to transmit data to a computer.
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OPERATION WHEN PERIPHERAL DEVICES ARE CONNECTEDConnecting to the NIDEK Motorized Refractor (RT) or Computer
3.1.2
Connecting procedures
1
Connect the RT (or a computer) to the interface connector of the LM-500 with the interface cable (optional).
Interface connector
Interface cable (optional)
To RT or computer
{ Connecting a computer with USB
Connect the optional USB cable between the USB connector of the LM-500 and the USB connector
of a computer.
The USB driver included in the optional USB cable needs to be installed in the computer.
• The USB interface is compliant with USB 1.1.
• Do not use the commercially available USB cable since the EMC performance
(interference produced) may deteriorate.
USB connector
To computer
USB cable (optional)
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OPERATION WHEN PERIPHERAL DEVICES ARE CONNECTEDConnecting to the NIDEK Motorized
When connecting the cable to the interface connector or USB connector, remove the cap on the connector.
Bending the removed cap separates into two units. Cover the not-used connector with the cap.
Bend it to separate.
3
Connector cap
3.1.3
Operating procedures
1
After measurement, press the export button
.
See “2 OPERATING PROCEDURES” (page 17) for details of the measuring procedures.
2
The LM-500 automatically transmits data to the RT (or computer).
When the LM-500 is connected to the RT, it receives Data No. (ID No.).
When the LM-500 is connected to a computer, it does not receive Data No. (ID No.).
• Disconnect the interface cable while pressing
the button on the connector.
Button
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OPERATION WHEN PERIPHERAL DEVICES ARE CONNECTEDConnecting to the Eye Care Card System
3.2
Connecting to the Eye Care Card System
3.2.1
Outline
There are the procedures for transferring data via the Eye Care card using the optional Eye Care card
system EyeCa-RW.
Set the "ComMode" parameter to "NIDEK" and the "AR print" parameter to "Off".
The Eye Care card system should be connected to the interface connector located on the rear of the
device.
Set only SW2 of the DIP switchpack located on the underside of the Eye Care card system to the ON
position.
In the case of AUTO OPTOMETRY SYSTEM COS-550
LM data
Eye Care card
EyeCa-RW
TC46C
LM-500
3.2.2
Connecting procedure
1
Connect the interface cable of the EyeCa-RW to the interface connector.
Interface connector
EyeCa-RW
EyeCa-RW cable
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OPERATION WHEN PERIPHERAL DEVICES ARE CONNECTEDConnecting to the Eye Care Card System
3.2.3
Operating procedures of the EyeCa-RW
1
After measurement, insert the Eye Care card.
A short beep is produced and the access indicator lights in green.
Access indicator
Eye Care card
IC card Reader/Writer
EyeCa-RW
The access indicator changes to the orange one, and the data is written to the Eye Care
card.
After the data is written successfully, a short beep is produced and the access indicator
blinks in green.
2
After the access indicator of the EyeCa-RW changes to the green blinking one, remove
the Eye Care card.
• Never remove an Eye Care card while it is being accessed.
While the card is being accessed, the access indicator is lit in orange.
The access indicator blinking in orange indicates an error occurrence. In such a case, the user is
only allowed to remove the card.
When trying to remove the card while it is being accessed, data is not written successfully and the
Eye Care card may be irreparably damaged.
• See the Operator’s Manual supplied with the EyeCa-RW for the other procedures.
3.2.4
Erasing Data on the Eye Care Card
These are the procedures for erasing all the data on the Eye Care card.
1
Hold the clear key of the EyeCa-RW about 1 second.
The EyeCa-RW emits a short beep and the
access indicator lights in red.
Clear key
2
Insert the Eye Care card.
The access indicator lights in orange and all the data on the Eye Care card is erased.
When the data is erased, the EyeCa-RW emits a longer beep and the access indicator
blinks in green.
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3
OPERATION WHEN PERIPHERAL DEVICES ARE CONNECTEDConnecting the Foot Switch
3.3
Connecting the Foot Switch
The optional foot switch can be used instead of the
read button to read measured data.
In such cases when a number of lenses are measured in the Lab system, the foot switch allows for
measurement while holding lenses both hands.
• The read button works with the foot switch connected.
{ Connection procedure
1
Connect the cable of the foot switch to the interface connector.
Interface connector
Foot switch
Cable of foot switch
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4.
4.1
MAINTENANCE
Troubleshooting
In the event that the device does not work correctly, correct the problem according to the following
table before contacting your authorized distributor.
Symptom
Action
• The power cord may not be correctly connected.
The LCD does not turn on.
Reconnect it securely.
• The power switch may not have been turn on. Check the power switch.
• It seems that the display auto off function has been executed. Press a
The LCD does not turn on (not clear)
even though the power is on.
button to recall the ON state.
• The brightness may be darkly adjusted.
4
Adjust the contrast knob.
The screen disappears suddenly.
• It seems that the display auto off function has been executed. Press a
button to recall the ON state.
If the symptom cannot be corrected with the above actions, contact NIDEK or your authorized distributor.
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MAINTENANCEError Messages and Countermeasures
4.2
Error Messages and Countermeasures
If a message appears on the lower part of the screen, check it referring to the countermeasures in the
table.
It is helpful in service to inform us of the details of the message and symptom with the serial number of
the device.
[Message display sample]
Execute button
Restart button
Error message
Cause and countermeasure
• The measuring beam was interrupted during initialization.
0D intlzn. error
Check the nosepiece.
Turn off and on the power switch (or press the restart button to
reboot the device).
• A lens was on the nosepiece at power-on.
Please remove lens from nosepiece.
After removing the lens, turn off and on the power switch (or press
the restart button to reboot the device).
• There is something which interrupts the measuring beam on the
nosepiece at power-on.
Dust detected. Please clean lens.
Check the nosepiece. Remove the dust and dirt from the protective
glass.
Turn off and on the power switch (or press the restart button to
reboot the device).
• The nosepiece for contact lenses is placed at power-on.
Use contact nosepiece?
Replace with the standard nosepiece, turn off and on the power
switch (or press the restart button to reboot the device).
To measure a contact lens, press the execution button.
• There is something which interrupts the measuring beam on the
Measurement error
nosepiece.
Check the nosepiece. Remove the one which interrupts the
measuring beam.
SPH overflow error
CYL overflow error
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• The sphere value exceeds ±27 D.
Check the power of the lens.
• The cylinder value exceeds ±11 D.
Check the power of the lens.
MAINTENANCEError Messages and Countermeasures
Error message
ADD overflow error
Center overflow error
Cause and countermeasure
• The ADD value exceeds 11 D.
Check the power of the lens.
• The lens with the prism value exceeding 16' is on the nosepiece.
Perform alignment of the lens or remove the lens.
• Correct communication is not performed with other devices.
Check the interface cable.
Communication error
Check that the connected device is turned on.
Check that the parameters related to communication are correctly
set.
• A request for data transmission was not sent from the AR, ARK or
AR print error
RKT during printing by the connected AR, ARK or RKT.
Check the interface cable.
Check the parameter settings on the AR, ARK or RKT.
• CCD signals are not correct.
CCD error
Failure in the interior of the device. Contact NIDEK or your
authorized distributor.
4
{ Screen displayed at the time of overflow error
The measured value at the time of overflow error is displayed in red and the red indication remains
even after having been read. Also, auto read is disabled at the time of error.
The measured value is displayed in red to indicate that the measured value is erroneous.
If printing is performed, erroneous measured values are denoted with "*".
The "*" marks are printed to indicate that the
measured values are erroneous.
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MAINTENANCEInk Refilling
4.3
Ink Refilling
When markings become faint, replace the ink cartridge. Use the specified cartridge for refills.
Replace the optional red or blue ink cartridge in the same manner.
1
Press the tip of the ink cartridge and remove the
C-ring with tweezers.
During work, take enough care not to lose the Cring.
It is recommended to remove the C-ring with
tweezers so as not to lose.
C-ring
When the C-ring is removed, the spring and cartridge fall off. Take care not to lose them.
Marker holder
Spring
ink cartridge
2
Insert the spring and the new cartridge into the
marker holder, and set the C-ring in the groove
on the end of the ink cartridge.
Match the shape of the cartridge to the hole of
the marker holder by rotating until the cartridge
can be inserted smoothly.
Use the C-ring which is removed in the procedure 1 or the one attached to the cartridge as a
replacement part.
C-ring
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MAINTENANCEAdjusting the Lens Table
4.4
Adjusting the Lens Table
Adjust the feel of the lens table lever movement to be heavy or light.
1
Remove the lens table lever.
Adjustable screw
Pull it out straight.
Setscrew
2
Loosen a setscrew on the adjustable screw with
a flatblade screwdriver.
Lens table lever
4
3
Rotate the adjustable screw to adjust the feel of
the lens table lever movement.
Rotate the screw without rotating the center axis.
Lighter
Rotate the screw
clockwise.
The lens table lever feels heavier.
Rotate the screw
counterclockwise.
The lens table lever feels lighter.
Heavier
• The effective rotation range of the adjustable screw is one rotation, either clockwise or
counterclockwise.
Even if the lever is rotated counterclockwise by more than one rotation, the lever does not
become lighter.
Moreover, continuing to rotate the screw counterclockwise (about five rotations or more) removes
it. It may cause device malfunction.
4
Tighten the setscrew on the adjustable screw.
5
Attach the lens table lever and check the lever movement.
Align the lens table lever attachment hole with the center axis and push it as far as it will go.
Repeat the adjustment until the lever movement feels proper.
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MAINTENANCECleaning the Protective Glass
4.5
Cleaning the Protective Glass
It is necessary to regularly clean dust and dirt from the protective glass underneath the nosepiece.
When the “Dust detected. Please clean lens.” message appears at power-on, clean the protective
glass.
CAUTION• Clean the protective glass under the nosepiece every once in a while with a blower.
If dust settles on the protective glass, it may affect the measurement accuracy.
1
2
Remove the nosepiece.
Nosepiece
Clean the protective glass.
Protective
glass
Blow off any dust on the glass with a blower.
3
If it is still dirty, wipe gently with a lens cleaning
paper.
• Take special care not to scratch the protective glass.
Flaws on the glass substantially lower the reliability of measurement.
4.6
Cleaning
When the cover or panel of the device becomes dirty, wipe with a soft cloth. For severe stains,
immerse the cloth in a neutral detergent, wring well, and wipe. Finally wipe with a dry and soft cloth.
CAUTION• Never use an organic solvent such as paint thinner.
It may ruin the surface of the device.
• Lightly wipe the exterior of the LCD.
Scratches or malfunction of the display may result.
• Never use a sponge or cloth soaked in water.
The water may leak into the inside of the device and cause device malfunction.
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MAINTENANCEList of Replacement Parts
4.7
List of Replacement Parts
Part name
Part number
Note
Ink cartridge (White)
31001-3373
White ink (3 packs), with C-ring
Ink cartridge (Red)
31001-3371
Red ink (3 packs), with C-ring
Ink cartridge (Blue)
31001-3372
Blue ink (3 packs), with C-ring
* Restock the spare consumables after replacing.
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MAINTENANCEList of Replacement Parts
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5.
5.1
SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIES
Classifications
[Classification under the provision of 93/42/EEC (MDD)] Class I
The LM-500 is classified as a Class I device.
[Form of protection against electrical shock] Class I
The LM-500 is classified as a Class I device.
A Class I is a device in which the protection against electric shock does not rely on basic
insulation only, but which includes an additional safety precaution in such a way that means
are provided for the connection of the device to the protective (ground) conductor in the fixed
wiring of the installation in such a way that accessible metal parts cannot become live in the
event of a failure in the basic insulation.
[Degree of protection against electrical shock] Type B applied part
The LM-500 is classified as a Type B applied part.
A Type B Applied Part provides a particular degree of protection against electrical shock,
particularly regarding the following:
- allowable leakage currents
- reliability of the protective earth connection (if applicable)
[Degree of protection against liquid entry] IP20
The LM-500 is an ordinary device (enclosed system without protection against ingress of liquids).
Avoid exposing water to the device.
[Degree of safety application in the presence of flammable anesthetics and/or flammable cleaning
agents]
The LM-500 should be used in an environment where no flammable anesthetics and/or flammable cleaning agents are present.
Do not operate the device near flammable type materials.
[Method (s) of sterilization or disinfection recommended by the manufacturer]
The LM-500 does not have any part to be sterilized or be disinfected.
[Mode of operation]
The LM-500 is a continuous operation device.
[Mode of transport]
Stationary equipment
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5
SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIESSpecifications
5.2
Specifications
{ Measuring items
•
Spherical power (spectacle lenses)
-25 D to +25 D
0.01/ 0.06/ 0.12/ 0.25 D increments
[Accuracy]
Measurable range (D)
0
t-5
-5
t-10
-10
t-15
-15
t-20
-20
Accuracy (D)
!0
d+5
! +5
d+10
! +10
d+15
! +15
d+20
! +20
±0.06
±0.09
±0.12
±0.18
±0.25
The accuracy specifications are based on the results of test lens measured in accordance with ISO
8598 (lensmeter).
•
Spherical power (contact lenses)
-25 D to +25 D (BC=6.00 to 9.00)
0.01/ 0.06/ 0.12/ 0.25 D increments
•
Cylindrical power
0 D to ±10.00 D (-, +/-, +)
0.01/ 0.06/ 0.12/ 0.25 D increments
•
Axis
0° to 180°
1° increment
•
ADD power
0 D to +10.00 D (Add, Ad2)
0.01/ 0.06/ 0.12/ 0.25 D increments
•
Prism power
0' to 15.00'
0.01/ 0.06/ 0.12/ 0.25' increments
[Accuracy]
Measurable range (')
!0
d5
!5
d10
! 10
d15
! 15
d20
Accuracy (')
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4
The accuracy specifications are based on the results of test lens measured in accordance with ISO
8598 (lensmeter).
•
Prism measurement mode
Polar coordinates (', T)
Rectangular coordinates (BASE IN/OUT, BASE UP/DOWN)
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SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIESSpecifications
{ Measuring time
•
Updating of display 0.09 second (Minimum time)
{ Measurement mode
Continuous measurement of SPH, CYL, AXIS, ADD, and PRISM.
The measured data is saved in memory and fixed on the screen by pressing the read button.
The fixed data is automatically released by setting a new lens on the nosepiece.
{ Applicable lenses
•
Lens diameter
•
Measurable transmittance
Spectacle lenses: 20 to 100 mm in diameter
Contact lenses: Larger than the inner diameter of the nosepiece (5 mm in diameter)
10% or more (0 D to ±15 D)
20% or more (±15 D to ±25 D)
•
Compensation function of high index lenses
The abbe number is changeable in the range of 20 to 60.
{ Other functions
•
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Lens marker
Ink cartridge type
•
Display
3.5 inch color full graphic LCD
•
Interface connectors
RS-232C: 1 port
USB: 1 port
{ External configuration
•
Dimensions
180(W) × 185 (D) × 366 (H) mm
•
Weight
3.5 kg
•
Power source
AC 100 (±10%) to 240 (±10%) V, 50/60 Hz
* Fuses (240 V, 4 A, two units) are included in the internal electrical power source.*1
•
Power consumption 40 VA
{ Environmental conditions (during use)
•
Temperature
10 to 35°C (50 to 95°F)
•
Humidity
30 to 85%
•
Pressure
800 to 1060 hPa
•
Installation location Indoors
*1 Internal fuses are not user-serviceable parts.
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SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIESSpecifications
{ Environmental conditions (during transport and storage)
•
Temperature
-10 to 55°C (-4 to 140°F)
•
Humidity
10 to 85%
•
Pressure
700 to 1060 hPa
{ There are other functions as follows:
•
Service life
•
Installation category
•
Pollution degree
2 (IEC60664)
•
Packing unit
1 unit
8 years from the date of initial operation
* Proper maintenance is necessary.
II (OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORIES)
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SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIESStandard Configuration
5.3
5.3.1
5.3.2
Standard Configuration
Standard accessories
• Power cord
1 unit
• Dust cover
1 unit
• Nosepiece for contact lenses
1 unit
• Operator’s manual
1 volume
• Measuring Progressive Power lenses explanation sheet
1 sheet
Optional accessories
• EyeCa-RW (IC card reader/writer)
• Eye Care card
• Interface cable (OPIF-6)
*for RT connection (Din-8 to Dsub-9)
• Interface cable (OPIF-11)
*for PC connection (Din-8 to Din-8)
• USB cable
*with special USB driver
5
• Foot switch (OPFS-3)
• Ink cartridge (red)
• Ink cartridge (blue)
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SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIESStandard Configuration
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6.
EMC (ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY)
The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive sets the essential requirements for electrical and
electronic equipment that may disturb or even be disturbed by other equipment. The LM-500 complies
with these requirements as tabled below. Follow the guidance on the tables for use of the device in the
electromagnetic environment.
EMC (IEC 60601-1-2:2001+A1:2004)
Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic emissions
The LM-500 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the LM500 should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Emissions test
Compliance
Electromagnetic environment - guidance
RF emissions
CISPR 11
Group 1
The LM-500 uses RF energy only for its internal function. Therefore,
its RF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause any
interference in nearby electronic equipment.
RF emissions
CISPR 11
Class B
The LM-500 is suitable for use in all establishments, including
domestic establishments and those directly connected to the public
low-voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for
domestic purpose.
Harmonic emissions
IEC 61000-3-2
*1
Voltage fluctuations/
Flicker emissions
IEC 61000-3-3
*2
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*1 For the regions where the rated voltage is 220V or greater, this instrument complies with class A. For the regions where
the rated voltage is less than 220V, this standard is not applicable.
*2 For the regions where the rated voltage is 220V or greater, this instrument complies with this standard. For the regions
where the rated voltage is less than 220V, this standard is not applicable.
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EMC (ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY)
Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic immunity
The LM-500 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the LM500 should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Immunity test
IEC 60601 test level
Compliance level
Electromagnetic environment - guidance
Electrostatic
±6 kV contact
Discharge (ESD) ±8 kV air
IEC 61000-4-2
±6 kV contact
±8 kV air
Floor should be wood, concrete or ceramic tile.
If floors are covered with synthetic material, the
relative humidity should be at least 30%.
Electrical
fast ±2 kV
transient/burst
for power supply lines
IEC 61000-4-4
±1 kV
for input/output lines
±2 kV
for power supply lines
±1 kV
for input/output lines
Mains power quality should be that of a typical
commercial or hospital environment.
Surge
IEC 61000-4-5
±1 kV
differential mode
±2 kV
common mode
±1 kV
differential mode
±2 kV
common mode
Mains power quality should be that of a typical
commercial or hospital environment.
Voltage, dips, short
interruptions and
voltage variations
on power supply
input lines
IEC 61000-4-11
<5% UT
<5% UT
Mains power quality should be that of a typical
commercial or hospital environment. If the user
of the LM-500 requires continued operation
during power mains interruptions, it is
recommended that the LM-500 be powered
from an uninterruptible power supply or a
battery.
(>95% dip in UT)
(> 95% dip in UT)
for 0.5 cycle
40% UT
for 0.5 cycle
40% UT
(60% dip in UT)
(60% dip in UT)
for 5 cycles
70% UT
for 5 cycles
70% UT
(30% dip in UT)
(30% dip in UT)
for 25 cycles
< 5% UT
for 25 cycles
< 5% UT
(> 95% dip in UT)
(> 95% dip in UT)
for 5 sec
for 5 sec
Power frequency 3 A/m
(50/60
Hz)
magnetic field
IEC 61000-4-8
3 A/m
NOTE UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.
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Power frequency magnetic fields should be at
levels characteristic of a typical location in a
typical commercial or hospital environment.
EMC (ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY)
Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic immunity
The LM-500 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the LM500 should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Immunity test
IEC 60601 test level
Comliance level
Conduted RF
IEC 61000-4-6
3 Vrms
150 kHz to 80 MHz
3 Vrms
(V1=3)
Radiated RF
IEC 61000-4-3
3 V/m
80 MHz to 2.5 GHz
3 V/m
(E1=3)
Electromagnetic environment - guidance
Portable and mobile RF communications
equipment should be used no closer to any part
of the LM-500, including cables, than the
recommended separation distance calculated
from the equation applicable to the frequency of
the transmitter.
Recommended separation distance
d=1.2 л P
d=1.2 л P 80 MHz to 800 MHz
d=2.3 л P 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
where P is the maximum output power rating of
the transmitter in watts (W) according to the
transmitter manufacturer and d is the
recommended separation distance in metres
(m).
Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as
determined by an electromagnetic site survey,a
should be less than the compliance level in
each frequency range.b
Interference may occur in the vicinity of
equipment marked with the following symbol:
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and
reflection from structures, objects and people.
a
Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile
radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy.
To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be
considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the LM-500 is used exceeds the applicable RF
compliance level above, the LM-500 should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is
observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the LM-500.
b Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3 V/m.
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EMC (ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY)
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the
LM-500
The LM-500 is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled.
The customer or the user of the LM-500 can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum
distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the LM-500 as recommended
below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
Rated maximum output power of
transmitter
W
Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter
m
150 kHz to 80 MHz
d=1.2 л P
80 MHz to 800 MHz
d=1.2 л P
800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
d=2.3 л P
0.01
0.12
0.12
0.23
0.1
0.38
0.38
0.73
1
1.2
1.2
2.3
10
3.8
3.8
7.3
100
12
12
23
For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance d in metres
(m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where P is the maximum output
power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and
reflection from structures, objects and people.
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7.
INDEX
A
Alignment circle ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 7
Auto read ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 7
AXIS bar •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 7
Lens indication ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••6
Lens table ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••3
Lens table lever •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••3
M
Back page button ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••11
Marking lever ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••3
Measurement mode indication •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••6
Measurement selection button •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••7
C
N
Clear button •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 8
Contrast knob ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3
Cylinder +/- button •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 8
Cylinder mode ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 25
Nosepiece ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••3
B
D
Display •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2
Display auto off mode •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2
P
Parameter settings •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 11
Parameters ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 11
Pilot lamp •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••2
Power switch •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••4
R
E
Exit button •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••11
Export button •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 9
R/L indication ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••5
R/L selection button ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••8
Read button ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••3
F
S
Fixing the measured data ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 24
Forward page button ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••11
Function buttons •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3
Selection button ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 11
Setting indications ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••7
7
T
I
Indicator for near portion •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 33
Initial screen ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 18
Inlet •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 4
Interface connector ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 4
Intl. screen ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 19
Target •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 6, 20
U
Up/down buttons •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 11
USB connector ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••4
L
Lens holder lever ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3
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INDEX
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