LA-950V2 - Software Instruction Manual PDF

Laser Scattering Particle Size Distribution Analyzer
LA-950/950V2
Instruction Manual
May, 2007
CODE:GZ0000032875E
© 2006 − 2007 HORIBA, Ltd.

Preface
This manual describes the operation of the Laser Scattering Particle Size Distribution
Analyzer, LA-950/950V2.
Be sure to read this manual before using the product to ensure proper and safe operation of
the instrument. Also safely store the manual so it is readily available whenever necessary.
Product specifications and appearance, as well as the contents of this manual are subject to
change without notice.
■ Warranty and Responsibility

HORIBA warrants that the Product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship
and agrees to repair or replace free of charge, at HORIBA’s option, any malfunctioned or
damaged Product attributable to HORIBA’s responsibility for a period of one (1) year from the
delivery unless otherwise agreed with a written agreement. In any one of the following cases,
none of the warranties set forth herein shall be extended；
• Any malfunction or damage attributable to improper operation
• Any malfunction attributable to repair or modification by any person not authorized by HOR-
IBA
• Any malfunction or damage attributable to the use in an environment not specified in this
manual
• Any malfunction or damage attributable to violation of the instructions in this manual or
operations in the manner not specified in this manual
• Any malfunction or damage attributable to any cause or causes beyond the reasonable
control of HORIBA such as natural disasters
• Any deterioration in appearance attributable to corrosion, rust, and so on
• Replacement of consumables
HORIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY
MALFUNCTIONS OF THE PRODUCT, ANY ERASURE OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER USES
OF THE PRODUCT.
■ Trademarks
Generally, company names and brand names are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of the respective companies.
HANDLE WITH CARE: FDA & FCC Regulations Require
Proper Labeling.
■ FDA WARNING
♦ This instrument is a Class 1 laser product complying with CFR 21, Chapter 1, Paragraph J.
♦ The laser specifications are as follows:
Laser : Laser Diode
Company : SANYO Electric Co.,Ltd.
Model : DL-3147-060
Output : 5mW
Wavelength : 650 nm
♦ Although this equipment is encased in a protective housing to prevent leakage of the laser
beam, there is a danger of exposure to laser radiation if the protective housing is removed.
There is no need to open the protective housing during either ordinary operation or
maintenance.
♦ This warning plate has been attached to the instrument:
DANGER　　　　 Laser radiation when open.

AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
● FDA Label
Certification/Identification Label
This product complies with 21 CFR Chapter1 Subchapter J.
Manufacture of record: Horiba Instruments, Inc.
Address:17671 Armstrong Avenue, Irvine, California 92614
Phone:714-250 4811
*1 Date manufactured:
*2 Model:
*3 Serial Number
*1: MM.DD.YY
*2: LA-950/950V2
*3: 10-digit numerals
FCC Rules
■ WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Conformable Directive
This equipment conforms to the following directives and standards:
Directives: the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, in accordance with Article 10 (1)
of the Directive
the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
Standards: [the EMC Directive]
EN61326:1997/A3:2003
(EMISSION: Class B, IMMUNITY Category: Industry
[the Low Voltage Directive] EN61010-1:2001
● Installation Environment
This product is designed for the following environment:
♦Installation Categories II
♦Pollution degree 2
● Information on Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment

The crossed out wheeled bin symbol shown on the product or
accompanying documents indicates separate collection for waste electrical
and electronic equipment (WEEE) under the WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC in
the European Union.
This product should not be disposed of as unsorted household waste.
Your correct disposal of WEEE will contribute to reducing wasteful consumption of natural
resources and protecting human health and the environment from potential negative effects
caused by hazardous substances in products.
Contact your supplier for information on applicable disposal methods.

For your safety
Warning messages are described in the following manner. Read the messages and follow the
instructions carefully.
● Meaning of warning messages

This indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most
extreme situations.
This indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.
This indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may

result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
Without safety alert indication of hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in property damage.
● Symbols
Description of what should be done, or what should be followed
Description of what should never be done, or what is prohibited

■ Safety Precautions
This section provides precautions to enable you to use the product safely and correctly and to
prevent injury and damage. The terms of DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION indicate the
degree of imminency and hazardous situation. Read the precautions carefully as it contains
important safety messages.
DANGER
HIGH VOLTAGE
Do not touch inside with power on.
WARNING
Incorrect wiring can lead to an electrical shock. Be sure to ground all wiring.
LA-950/950V2 weighs approx. 56 kg.

Use at least 3 workers to lift.
WARNING
LASER RADIATION
Laser radiation when open. Avoid direct eye explosure.
Caution on organic solvents

• Exposure to sample liquid may occur during operation.
• During operation, take adequate precautions for the organic solvents in use, such as wearing
chemical-resistant gloves.
■ Safety and Usage Cautions
In order to operate the LA-950/950V2 safely and correctly, be sure to read and follow the
instructions given below.
• When moving the LA-950/950V2, be sure to contact HORIBA.
• Do not subject the unit to shaking or vibration.
• Be sure to use only a 3-pin power cable and connect it securely to the LA-950/950V2.
• Since this unit uses precision optical parts, a laser light source and a motor, be sure to han-
dle it carefully.
• After supplying power to the LA-950/950V2, approximately one (1) hour is required for the
laser light to stabilize.
• Do not remove or modify any of this devices internal parts.
• When using volatile dispersion medium, a spark from the motor or other part can cause the
dispersion medium to ignite. This device's specifications are not explosion proof.
• When using a dangerous dispersion medium or sample, be careful for leaks and drainage.
• Do not operate this unit in a manner different from the instructions given in this installation
manual, since it can lead to unit degradation or damage.
• Do not damage the surface of the cell, or handle the cell in the following ways.
• Leave the cell soaking in cleaning solution.
• Use ultrasonic to clean the cell.
• Dip the cell in acid or alkaline solutions.
• Rub the surface of the cell with a hard object.
• Be sure to follow the PC's installation instructions when making backup copies of previously
installed PC software. HORIBA. does not make backup copies.
• In order to always use the LA-950/950V2 in the best condition possible, it is recommended
that HORIBA. perform an inspection and maintenance once a year (fee required).
• Be sure any power cable used is equivalent to the cord set included (power cable) with the
LA-950/950V2.
■ Confirm the power supply voltage

The internal setting of this unit differs by the power supply voltage of 100 V to 120 V AC and
230 V AC.
Confirm the applied voltage written in the label at the back panel of this unit.
If the power supply voltage and the power cable are not appropriate, be sure to contact
HORIBA as these parts will need to be changed.
■ Description in this manual
Notes are described in the following styles:
This interprets the necessary points for correct operation and notifies the important points for handling the unit.
Provides reference information useful for equipment handling.
■ LA-950/950V2 documentation
The LA-950/950V2 documentation consists of the instruction manual and online help.
● Instruction manual
Covers procedures through power ON and starting measurement. The information (the
refractive index information for the dispersion medium, etc.) is for use as a reference only
when needed.
● Online help (this help information)

Provides detailed descriptions of the software functions.
● LY-9505 Dry Feeder Unit Instruction Manual (option)

Describes basic operations and brief measurement procedures when the LY-9505 dry feeder
unit is mounted in LA-950/950V2. Covers procedures through power ON and starting
measurement. The information is for use as a reference only when needed.
Contents
1 Basic Screen Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1.1 Basic Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1.1 Menus and toolbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2 Measurement Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

1.3 Measurement Result Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.3.1 Distribution Graph tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.3.2 Data Table tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.3.3 Result Data tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
1.4 Data Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

1.4.1 LA Navigator tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
1.4.2 File List View tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
1.4.3 Overlay memory (Research and Development Mode only) . . . . . . . . 29
2 Menu Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
2.1 File Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
2.1.1 Open command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
2.1.2 Save As command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
2.1.3 Open File View command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
2.1.4 Clipboard command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
2.1.5 Print command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
2.1.6 Editing the print layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
2.1.7 Print preview command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
2.1.8 Export as image command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
2.1.9 Exit command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
2.2 View Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

2.2.1 Main Tool Bar command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
2.2.2 Status Bar command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
2.2.3 Data Manager command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
2.2.4 Default Screen Layout command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
2.3 Graph Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

2.3.1 Graph Setting command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
2.3.2 Scale command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
2.3.3 Graph Legends command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
2.4 Display Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

2.4.1 Result Data View command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
2.4.2 Measurement View command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
2.4.3 Display table with the graph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
2.4.4 Data Details command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
2.4.5 Single Display Mode command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
2.4.6 Overlay Display Mode command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
2.4.7 Delete All Data command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
2.4.8 Delete Active Data command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
2.5 Conditions Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

2.5.1 Regular setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
2.5.2 Set Conditions for Next Measurement command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
2.5.3 Change conditions for selected files command
(Research and Development Mode only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
2.6 Navigator Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

2.6.1 Edit navigator list command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
2.6.2 Edit sequence command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
2.7 File List Utility Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

2.7.1 Setup command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
2.7.2 Import command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
2.7.3 Open File List command （Research and Development Mode） . . . . 69
2.8 Exporting Measurement Results (Data Conversion) . . . . . . . . . . 70

2.8.1 Exporting measurement results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
2.8.2 Data Conversion settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
2.9 Option Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

2.9.1 Customize command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
2.9.2 Select Next Application Mode command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
2.9.3 Indicator setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
2.10 Extension Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

2.10.1 Phi Scale Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
2.10.2 Sieve Scale Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
2.10.3 Peak Separation Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
2.10.4 Scattered Light Data Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
2.10.5 Blank Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
2.10.6 Detector Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
2.11 Sampler menu (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

2.11.1 Scheduler window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
2.11.2 Sampler option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
2.12 Help Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

2.12.1 About command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
2.12.2 System Information command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
2.12.3 Help command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
3 Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
3.1 User Level Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
3.2 Group Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
3.2.1 Registering users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
1 Basic Screen Function

1.1 Basic Screen
The basic screen has three parts: Menu & Toolbar, Data manager, and Measurement screen
or Measurement Result screen.
With the click of an icon, either the Measurement screen or Measurement Result screen is
displayed.
The following shows the basic screen layout.
Menu &
Toolbar
Data Measurement
manager screen
or
Measurement
Result screen
Fig. 1 Measurement Screen
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1.1.1 Menus and toolbar

● Menu
For the descriptions of each menu, see Chapter 2.
● Function buttons
Buttons can be displayed by checking [Main Tool Bar] in the [View] menu.
①　　 ②　 ③　 ④　 ⑤　 ⑥　 ⑦ ⑧　 ⑨　 ⑩　 ⑪　 ⑫　 ⑬ ⑭　 ⑮　 ⑯
Button Function
1. File View Displays the files stored in the specified folder.

2. Result Data View Switches to the Measurement Result screen.
3. Measure View Switches to the Measurement screen.
4. Measurement Condition Opens the [Measurement Dialog] window.
5. Recalculation Opens the [Calculation Setting] window.
6. Edit Navigator List Selects a navigator file.
7. Stop Stops all command operations.
8. Print Layout Switches to the [My Layout Dialog] window.
9. Print Preview Displays the [Preview] window.
10. Print Executes printing.
11. Select Pointer Activates the pointer (cursor) on the Measurement Result screen.
12. Select Graph legend Activates the graph legend on the Measurement Result screen.
13. Select Axis Activates the axis on the Measurement Result screen.
Adjusts the display range for the Y axis automatically so that the frequency of
14. Auto Scale
the current particle size distribution is displayed in full length of the Y axis.
Displays the current particle size distribution in full scale. The standard setting
15. Full Scale for the full scale value is 0.01 µm to 3,000 µm for the X axis (particle size axis)
and 0% to 100% for the frequency distribution axis.
On the particle size distribution screen, specify the range of the particle size to
16. Zoom scale up by dragging the mouse. When this button is clicked, the specified
range is scaled up.
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1.2 Measurement Screen

The Measurement screen can be set to display in one of the following layouts:
Circulation, Measurement
agitation, command
and ultrasonic buttons
settings
Graph
types
Scattered light
intensity
graph
Simplified
Transmittance particle size
graph distribution
graph
Fig. 2 Measurement Screen
● Transmittance graph
The red bar shows the transmittance of the laser beam.

The blue bar shows the transmittance of the LED light.
These bars are to monitor the concentration of the sample.
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● Switching the graph type

The Measurement screen can be set to display in one of the following layouts:
Both Graphs Displays a scattering graph and distribution graph side by side.
Scattering Graph Displays a scatter graph of scattered light intensity detected with the
detector for each channel in real time.
Distribution Graph Displays a simplified particle size distribution graph obtained by
simple calculation in real time.
● Setting the circulation, agitation, and ultrasonic

In the [Sample Preparation] area, specify the circulation, ultrasonic, and agitation operations
for sample preparation.
Setting
Description
item
Specify the speed of the circulation pump. (1 to 15)
Circulation
Turns the circulation ON/OFF.
Specify the power of the ultrasonic application. (1 to 7)
Ultrasonic Specify the duration of the ultrasonic application. (1 minute to 30 minutes, or 1

second to 1,800 seconds)
Turns the ultrasonic ON/OFF.
Specify the agitation speed. (1 to 15)
Agitation
Turns the agitation ON/OFF.
Select [Intermittent] to perform agitation intermittently
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Note
Do not perform agitation when using a surfactant as a dispersion medium. When a surfactant is agitated,
bubbles can be produced in the sample, which unfavorably affects measurement. If the feed solution already
contains a surfactant, bubbles can be often produced during feeding or de-bubbling. To avoid bubbles, first
feed the sample medium only and then add a surfactant through the sampling bath.
When automatic dilution is selected, the sample is diluted by setting the lower limit of the optimum
transmittance range in the following section as a target. You can select to use Red light (R) or Blue Light (B) for
automatic dilution by setting the [Automatic dilution Light] in the "2.5.2 Set Conditions for Next Measurement
command" (page 50).
● Measurement command buttons

These buttons are used to perform the particle size distribution measurement.
Button Function
Feeds the dispersion medium via the feed pump. The amount of feed can be
Feed
set in the [Measurement Dialog].
Alignment Activates the Auto Alignment function to align the optical axis.
Blank Captures scattered light without particles (blank measurement).
Measurement Captures scattered light and measures the particle size distribution.
Drain Drains all the sample medium in the circulation system.
Drains part of the sample fluid in the circulation system. The fluid level in the
Partial Drain sampling bath decreases by one level. If the fluid is already at the lowest level,
it is not drained.
Operates the circulation pump intermittently to remove the air remaining in the
De-bubble
circulation system.
Adjusts concentration using automatic dilution by setting the lower limit of the
optimum transmittance range as a target. You can select to use Red Light (R) or
Auto Dilution Blue Light (B) in the area shown by choosing [Conditions] - [Measurement Con-
dition] - [Measurement Dialog]. This function is effective when the
transmittance is lower than the lower limit of the optimum transmittance range.
Feeds the dispersion medium to raise the fluid level in the sampling bath by one
Partial Feed
level. If the bath is already full, the medium is not fed.
Performs the cleaning sequence. The number of rinses to repeat can be set in
Rinse
the [Measurement Dialog].
Drains some of the sample liquid in the circulation system and feeds the
Dilute
dispersion medium by the same amount.
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● Scattered light intensity graph and simplified particle size distribution graph
Displays a scattered light intensity graph and simplified particle size distribution graph.
Scattered light Simplified particle size

intensity graph distribution graph
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1.3 Measurement Result Screen
Calculation Measurement
result area conditions area
Legend for graph
Pointer
Particle size
distribution
graph
Status bar
This screen displays measurement data.
1.3.1 Distribution Graph tab

Displays the measurement data graph and the outline of the data.
● Particle size distribution graph
Displays the measurement data graph.
"Cursor (Pointer)", "Legend for graph", or "Axis" is active. With the click of an icon, you can
select which of these to activate.
　● Setting the display axis and distribution display method
On the particle size distribution screen, click the right button of the mouse to display a context
menu and select [Graph Setting]. The [Graph Setting] dialog box opens.
Click the [Axis], [Style] and [Color] tabs in the [Graph Setting] dialog box and specify the dis-
play method (line or histogram), line type, and color of the distribution graph.
Fig. 3 [Graph Setting] dialog box
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　● When the cursor is active

You can drag the cursor to move it left/right.
The status bar displays [Diameter], [Distribution] and [Eliminate Cumulative] for the current
position.
Pointer
Fig. 4 Pointer
Setting the pointer color

• Double-click the left mouse button on the distribution graph. The [Pointer] dialog box opens.
• You can change the color of the pointer for active or inactive status.
Fig. 5 [Pointer] dialog box
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● When the legend for the graph is active

Double-click to display the [Graph Legends Setting] dialog box. You can change the displayed
item or colors in this dialog box.
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　● When the axis is active

1. Double-click in the particle size distribution screen to display the [Scale Setting]
dialog box for the axis.
Fig. 6 [Scale Setting] dialog box
• [Grid Setting] tab

Used to set color, grid lines and delimiter.
• [Scale] tab
Used to set the graph's display range by entering the maximum and minimum values for the
particle diameter axis (X-axis), and the maximum value for the frequency distribution axis (Y-
axis).
Check [ReCalculation] to perform recalculation to make the cumulative distribution 100% for
the set display range. You can select the memory used to change the graph display range
from active data or all data.
Note
When a recalculation is performed, the displayed data is replaced with the recalculation results.
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● Status bar
You can display the values of the frequency distribution and cumulative distribution for the
particle size at a certain position in the graph.
Check [Status Bar] in the [View] menu. The status bar for pointer position indication will
appear at the bottom of the screen. In the status bar, [particle size], [frequency distribution
value], and [cumulative distribution value] are displayed in this order from left.
Fig. 7 Status Bar
● Legend for the graph

On the particle size distribution screen, click the right button of the mouse to display a context
menu and check [Graph Legends]. [Graph Legends] for the active data is displayed on the
particle size distribution screen.
● Calculation Result Area

Displays the calculation result data.
To select the items to be displayed on the screen, double-click in the [Calculation Result] area.
From the list of items on the left, click the items to be displayed. Click the [ ] button to add
them to the display item list on the right. To remove items from the display list, click the items
in the list on the right and click the [ ] button.
The calculation result area displays the following items:
S. P. Area
Total surface area (cm2) per unit volume (1 cm3).
In general, the value calculated using particle size distribution data is different from the
surface area calculated using other measurement principles.
Median Size
Particle diameters for cumulative distribution value 50%.
Diameter on cumulative %
According to the display settings, a maximum of 10 particle diameter points are displayed that
correspond to the accumulated distribution values.
Cumulative % on Diameter
According to the display settings, a maximum of 10 accumulated distribution values that
correspond to particle diameter points are displayed.
Mean Size
The frequency distribution is found using the arithmetical mean diameter, as shown in the
formula below.
Mean Diameter = Σ{q(J) × X(J)} / Σ{q(J)}

J:Particle Diameter Division Number
q(J): Frequency Distribution Value (%)
X(J):Jth Particle Diameter Range's Representative Diameter (µm).
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Variance
The value for the expanded distribution condition is found using the formula below.
2 q(J)
Variance = ∑ ( X ( J ) – Mean ) -------
100
q(J): Distribution Graph Value(%)
X(J):Jth Particle Diameter Range's Representative Diameter (µm)
Mean: Arithmetic Mean Diameter (µm)
Std. Dev.
Value taken from variance value's square root.
Coefficient of Variation (CV)
This result of dividing the arithmetic standard deviation (Std. Dev.) by the mean diameter.
Mode Size
Frequency distribution value's largest values that become particle diameters of the frequency
distribution graph's peak.
Span
Value that becomes the criteria for widening the distribution, as shown below.
Not displayed if both of the diameter on cumulative % are not set.
(Diameter on cumulative % A - Diameter on cumulative % B)

Span Value =
Median diameter
Diameter on cumulative % A: the first value set in the display conditions.
Diameter on cumulative % B: the second value set in the display conditions.
Geometric Mean Size

The frequency distribution is found using the geometric mean value, as shown in the formula
below.
∑ ( log X ( J ) × q ( J ) )
Geometric Mean Diameter = 10 ---------------------------------
∑ q(J)
X(J):Jth Particle Diameter Range's Representative Diameter (µm)
Geometric Variance
The value for the expanded distribution condition is found using the formula below.
2 q( J)
Geometric Variance = 10 ∑ ( log X ( J ) – log ( Mean ) ) ⋅ -100
------
J: Particle Diameter Division Number

X(J): Jth Particle Diameter Range's Representative Diameter (µm)
Mean : Geometric Mean Diameter (µm)
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Geometric Standard Deviation
q(J)
∑ ( log X ( J ) – log ( Mean ) )
2
Geometric Distribution Deviation = 10 ⋅ -------
100
J : Particle Diameter Division Number

X(J): Jth Particle Diameter Range's Representative Diameter (µm)
Mean : Geometric Mean Diameter (µm)
Chi Square
Indicates the degree of similarity between the refractive index used to produce the particle
size distribution calculation result and the actual scattering data. The closer to "0", the greater
the similarity. Becomes the selection's criterion when the refractive index is not known for the
sample being measured. Chi Square(χ2) is found using the following formula.
⎧ 2⎫
χ = ∑ ⎨ --1--- [ y i – y ( x i ) ] ⎬
2
⎩ σi2 ⎭
yi:Actual scattering measurement data
y(xi):Scattering data found using refractive index file data and displayed particle size
distributions
σi:Scattering data standard deviation
R Parameter
Indicates the degree of similarity between the refractive index used to produce the particle
size distribution calculation result and the actual scattering data. The closer to "0", the greater
the similarity.
Becomes the selection's criterion when the refractive index is not known for the sample being
measured.
The Residual R Parameter is found using the following formula.
N
1 ⎧ 1 ⎫
R = - ∑ ⎨ ------ y i – y ( x i ) ⎬
N y
i = 1 ⎩ ( xi ) ⎭
yi:i-th detector channel's actual scattering measurement data
y(xi): Scattering data calculated by calculating backwards from the refractive index data
and the displayed particle size distribution.
N: Number of light detector channels
Verification
Displays whether the Verification criteria specified in [Verification] in the [Calculation
Condition] area has a measurement result ("OK" or "NG"). The content of the defined criteria
is also displayed. Nothing is displayed when the Verification criteria has not been defined.
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● Measurement conditions area

The measurement result area displays the following items:
Displays the file name on top of this area.
File Name
Nothing is displayed if you haven’t named the file yet.
Displays the serial number. This number is automatically attached to data
ID#
after each measurement, and can not be changed after the measurement.
Circulation Speed Displays the pump speed during measurement.
Agitation Speed Displays the agitation speed during measurement.
Displays the ultrasonic output used during measurement, and the operated
Ultra Sonic
calculation time.
The sample concentration is displayed using the red laser beam's
Transmittance (R)
transmittance.
The sample concentration is displayed using the blue LED beam's
Transmittance (B)
transmittance.
Form of Distribution Displays the particle size distribution calculation's form of distribution.
Iteration Number Displays the particle diameter calculation's iteration number.
Distribution Base Displays the particle size criteria of the displayed measured data.
Displays the refractive index of the red laser beam used for calculation. This
Refractive Index (R) data is displayed using the following format. "Refractive Index filename
[Sample Refractive Index (R), Dispersion Medium Refractive Index (R)]"
Displays the refractive index of the blue LED beam used for calculation. This
Refractive Index (B) data is displayed using the following format. "Refractive Index filename
[Sample Refractive Index (B), Dispersion Medium Refractive Index (B)]"
Data entered as sample information. The following items are included.
Sample Information Sample name, Material, Source, Lot Number, Test or Assay number,
Remarks 1 to 10
Data Name Shows the name of the data.
Wavelength (LD) Displays the set laser wavelength.
Wavelength (LED) Displays the set LED wavelength.
Sample Data sampling times
Displays the sampling times for laser scattered light data.
(LD)
Sample Data sampling times
Displays the sampling times for LED scattered light data.
(LED)
"OK" indicates the sample concentration is high enough for measurement.
Concentration
"Thin" indicates the sample concentration is too low for measurement.
Measurement Time Displays the measurement date/time.
MFG No. Displays the equipment's manufacturing number.
Model Type Displays the equipment model.
Measurement Sequence File
Displays the sequence file name used for measurement.
Name
Measurement Condition File
Displays the condition file name used for measurement.
Name
Stray light correction algorithm is added if "Yes" is selected. This algorithm is
different form before Ver.3.XX.
And extension of index file is depended on the selection.
Multi peaks
With this correction, it is tender to avoid the affect of ghost which caused by
stray light, especially in submicron particle size distribution.
If compatible calculations with Ver3.XX needed, "No" should be selected.
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1.3.2 Data Table tab

Displays the frequency distribution data and cumulative distribution data for the particle size
distribution in the table.
Fig. 8 Data Table
Diameter µm:
representative particle size in the particle size column. The value is calculated by (lower limit
particle size in this particle size column ∗ upper limit particle size in this particle size column)
^0.5.
q%:
frequency distribution of this particle size column.
Undersize (%):
displays the cumulative distribution (the ratio of all the particles smaller than the upper limit
size in this particle size column to all the particles).
　● Pasting data to other application software:

Select the range you want to paste, right-click the table, and left-click [Copy]. The data in the
selected range will be saved on the clipboard. Using the Ctrl+V shortcut, you can paste the
data into other application software.
If Microsoft Excel is installed, you can right-click the table and left-click [export to excel]. Then
Microsoft Excel will start and the data in the selected range will be exported to Microsoft Excel.
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1.3.3 Result Data tab
Fig. 9 Result Data
Displays the calculation result in the upper half, and the measurement conditions in the lower
half.
The display content is the same as the content of 1.3.1.
To select which items to be displayed on the screen, double-click on the screen. From the list
of items on the left, click the items to be displayed. Click the [ ] button to add them to the
display item list on the right. To remove items from the display list, click the items in the list on
the right and click the [ ] button.
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1.4 Data Manager

One of the two following types of data manager is displayed, depending on the selection of the
Research and Development Mode/Quality Control Mode.
Data Manager
Fig. 10 Data Manager in the Quality Control Mode
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LA Navigator Overlay memory File List View
Fig. 11 Data Manager in the Research and Development Mode
You can change the mode by administration software. Two tabs ([LA Navigator] and [File List
View]) are displayed in the Quality Control Mode, and two tabs ([LA Navigator] and [Overlay
memory]) and file list view window are displayed in the Research and Development Mode.
In the Research and Development Mode, file list view is displayed by clicking [file list view] ?
[Open file list]
Two tabs ([LA Navigator] and [File List View]) are displayed in the Quality Control Mode, and
two tabs ([LA Navigator], and [Overlay memory]) are displayed in the Research and Develop-
ment Mode.
In the Research and Development Mode, data is stored in memory shown on the “Overlay
memory” tab and then only required data is saved as files. If you change the calculation
conditions or sample information for data in the memory, the saved data will remain
unchanged unless you overwrite it. This mode is convenient when you want to try various
measurement conditions or calculation conditions in research and development departments.
In the Quality Control Mode, all the measured data is directly saved as a file and added to the
measurement file list on the “File list view” tab at the same time. If you change the calculation
conditions or sample information for each data, the saved data will always be overwritten. This
mode is convenient when the measurement conditions are already determined and you want
to repeat measuring a large number of samples.
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1.4.1 LA Navigator tab

Start sequence Edit and select sequence file pull-down menu LA Navigator
This screen is used to execute the measurement sequence.

Use the [Navigator] menu - [Sequence] command to edit the measurement sequence and
then save the sequence as a file. (See "2.6.2 Edit sequence command" (page 61).) Some
basic sequences are provided as the default settings.
Select sequence files from the pull-down menu under the "Start" button.
To change the folder for the sequence file, click "Edit navigator list" in the Navigator menu.
Click the [OK] button, and click the [Start] button on the “LA Navigator” tab in the Data Man-
ager to start the sequence.
By clicking "Exec" button, the sequence will be executed immediately.
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1.4.2 File List View tab

This screen displays all the measured data as a database.
You can select the data items (Filename, Median, Mean, etc.) to be displayed on the screen
by clicking the [File List Utility] menu - [Setup] command.
Reference
"2.7.1 Setup command" (page 69)
From [Item List] on the left, select the items you want to display in [File List View] and click the
[Add] button. From the [After Measurement Show] drop-down list, select the date range for the
data to be displayed on the screen after measurement.
To add the saved data files to this data list, click the [File List Utility] menu - [Import] command
and select the data files to add.
The specifications differ between the Quality Control Mode and Research and Development
Mode. Each button provides the following functions:
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● Select File button

Narrows down the data to be displayed in the file list by setting conditions.
Click this button and the following window will appear.
Input the conditions in the fields and click [OK]. Only the data that meets the conditions will be
displayed.
Folder Specify the folder where the data is saved.
File Name Specify words included in the File Name.
Sample Name Specify words included in the Sample Name.
Material Specify words included in the Material.
Source Specify words included in the Source.
Lot Number Lot Number
Test or Assay. Number Test or assembly number
Remarks 1 Specify words included in the Remarks 1.
Date Specify the range of the Date with [From] and [To].
Median Specify the range of the Median with [From] and [To].
Mean Specify the range of the Mean with [From] and [To].
Mode Specify the range of the Mode with [From] and [To].
SD Specify the range of the SD with [From] and [To].
SPArea Specify the range of the SPArea with [From] and [To].
Specify by which parameter to sort the data when displaying the data
Sort Records by
after narrowing the search.
Specify whether to use [Match All Fields] (AND search) or [Match
Matching Criteria Any Field] (OR search), depending on each specified search
condition.
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Saves the specified conditions as a file. Input the name of this

search condition in the text box and click [OK], and then the
condition will be saved. The saved condition name will be added to
the pull-down menu in the “File List View” tab. Next time you perform
Save This Selection As
a search with the same conditions, you can narrow down data simply
by selecting this condition.
To display all the data before narrowing a search, select [All Data
Files] again from the pull-down menu in the “File List View” tab.
● Open button (effective only in the Quality Control Mode)

Click a data file to select from the data file list (with the data row black) and click the [Open] but-
ton. The selected data will be read, and then the numerical data and graph will be displayed on
the [Distribution Graph] tab of the Measurement Result screen, and the data will be displayed on
the [Data Table] and [Result Data] tabs. To erase the read graph and data from the
Measurement Result screen, click the [Display] menu - [Delete Active Data] command.
● Overlay button (effective only in the Quality Control Mode)

Click a data file to select from the data file list (with the data row black) and click the [Overlay]
button. The selected data will be displayed with one graph over another on the [Distribution
Graph] tab of the Measurement Result screen. The numerical data on the [Distribution Graph]
tab and the data on the [Data Table] and [Result Data] tabs will not be overwritten. (The data
read with a click of the [Open] button is displayed.)
To erase the overlapping graphs from the graph window, click the [Display] menu - [Delete All
Data]. All the overlapping graphs will be erased, except the latest measurement data graph or
the data graph read by clicking the [Open] button.
You cannot erase only one of the overlapping data graphs.
● Load Memory button (effective only in the Research and Development Mode)
Click a data file to select from the data file list (with the data row black) and click the [Load
Memory] button. The selected data will be read into memory and added to the memory data
list on the [Overlay memory] tab. The numerical data and graph will be displayed on the [Dis-
tribution Graph] tab of the Measurement Result screen, and the data will be displayed on the
[Data Table] and [Result Data] tabs.
● Save button
When [Automatic Save] is set to [Do Not Save] in the measurement condition settings, the
measured data is displayed as "UNSAVED-****". If you select this data and click the [Save]
button, you can name the data and save it. The data measured with [Automatic Save] set to
[Auto Save] is already saved. You cannot save the data again by clicking the [Save] button.
Reference
"　● Auto Functions" (page 56)
● Expand button/Shrink button (Quality control mode)

This button is used to switch the full screen display/partial screen display of the data manager.
One of the two buttons is displayed. If you click the [Expand] button, the data manager pro-
vides a full screen display. If you click the [Shrink] button, the data manager provides a partial
screen display.
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● Print button
Click a data file to select from the data file list (with the data row black) and click the [Print] but-
ton. The selected data will be printed. To print multiple data files, click the files to select with
the Ctrl button pressed and click the [Print] button. The print format is the format edited or read
with the [File] menu - [Print template] command.
● Export button
Click a data file to select from the data file list (with the data row black) and click the [Export]
button. The selected data will be outputted as a text file. The file will have the same file name
as the read file with the extension changed from NGB to TXT.
To export multiple data files, click the files to select with the Ctrl button pressed and then click
the [Export] button. The following window is displayed.
If you select "Single file", each data will be exported as individual files.
If you select "Unit file", all data are put together and only one combined file will be exported.
A text file is outputted into the same folder as the read data file (*.NGB).
● Edit button
If you click a data file to select from the data file list (with the data row black) and click the
[Edit] button, you can change the sample information written to the data file or perform recal-
culations with different operation parameters (refractive index or iteration number).
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If you click [ReCalc] after changing the sample information or operation parameters, the con-
tent of the changes will be written to the data file and the overwritten file will be saved. To edit
multiple data files, click the files to select with the Ctrl button pressed and then click the [Edit]
button.
● Average button
This button is used to calculate the "average" particle size distribution of the multiple data files
and output the result into a file.
Click the multiple data files to select to average with the Ctrl button pressed and click the
[Average] button. A dialog box for file output will appear. Select a folder to output the file to
and save the file with a file name.
● Summary button
This button is used to display/output/print the file summary data for the data file list.
Click the [Summary] button and the above screen will appear.
　● Export Summary:
Outputs the data summary into a text file.
　● Print Summary:
Prints the data summary.
　● Edit Layout:
Edits the content to be displayed in the data summary.
Click [Edit Layout] and the above screen will appear.
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From [Item List] on the left, click items you want to add to the data summary and click the
[Add] button to add the items to the [Summary Items] list on the right. If there are items you do
not want to display in the [Summary Items] list on the right, click the items to select and delete
them by clicking the [Delete] button. If you click the [Clear] button, all the items will be deleted
from the list.
Beside [Orientation], select the orientation of the print from [Portrait] or [Landscape].
If you check [Include Summary Average], the average value of each parameter for the data
displayed in the data file list will be added to the list.
If you check [Include Summary Std. Dev.], the standard deviation of each parameter for the
data displayed in the data file list will be added to the list.
If you click [Save As], you can save the list display settings as a file.
If you click [Open], you can read the list display settings saved in a file.
　● Best Fit Column:

Adjusts the width of each column according to the width of the displayed text.
　● Hide Selected:
If you click data you want to delete from the display list and then click the [Hide Selected]
button, the selected data will be deleted from the list.
　● Exit:
Closes this window.
● SPC Chart
SPC Chart shows a chart graph, on which the average value and standard distribution of
grouped data on the file list view.
By clicking "SPC Chart" button, the following window will be shown.
Total Number of Data Point:

Total number of data currently shown on the file list view.
Sample Size:
Specify the number of the data included in a sub group.
The average value and the standard distribution of the sub group will be plotted in the SPC
chart.
Number of Sub Group:
Number of sub groups to be created.
(Total number point divided by sample size)
Number of Points Charted:
Total number of data used for the SPC chart.
(Sample size multiplied by number of sub groups)
Parameter　Chart:
Select parameter from "Median", "Mean", and "Mode" to be plotted.
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When clicking "OK", the following chart will be displayed.
Graph
• UCL：Upper limit of the administration
• Ave：Central value
• LCL：Lower limit of the administration
• X-Bar：Administration chart for the average (X-bar) value
• Range：Administration chart for the range (R) value
Table
• Law:Serial number of sub group
• Column:
• Number: each data in the sub group
• X-B: average value of the sub group
• Range: maximum value - minimum value
button
• Print: Printing SPC chart
• Exit：Exit SPC chart
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● Rename button
This button is used to change the file names of the data in the file list. Select data whose file
names you want to change and click the [Rename] button, and then the following screen will
appear.
The current file names are displayed under [Current Name]. Click the [Rename As] cell beside
each data file, input a new file name, and click [Rename]. To rename multiple data files at one
time using certain rules, use the [Fill All Filenames] function in the upper part of the dialog box.
Input the first half of the new file names in the [Rename As] text box at the top.
Select numbers or letters for the latter half of new file names.
To select numbers for the latter half of new file names, check the [Number] checkbox and
input a number for the first file in the [Starting with] text box. The latter half of the new name for
the second file will be the number with the numerical value inputted in [Increment] added to
the number in the latter half of the first file's name. After the second file, the number of the file
name will be incremented by the value in [Increment].
To select letters for the latter half of new file names, check the [Letter] checkbox and input a
letter for the first file in the [Starting with] text box. The latter half of the new name for the
second file will be the letter following the letter in the latter half of the first file's name. After the
second file, a letter will be added to the file name in alphabetical order.
Finally click [Rename] to rename the files.
● Display data condition pull-down menu

Only the data that meets the condition selected in this pull-down menu is displayed in the data
list below.
● Right click menu

Right click menu of the file list view:
Overlay:
Overlay the selected data on the result data graph window.
Browse:
Displays the window to specify data to be shown on the file list view.
Delete query:
Delete queries in the pull-down menu of the file list view.
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Only the query defined in the window of "select files" button can be deleted.
Delete button
Select data you want to delete and click the [Delete] button from right click menu, and then the
following screen will appear.
If you check [Delete File(s) from File List Only], the selected data will be deleted from the file
list but the data files will remain on the hard disk.
If you check [Delete File(s) from File List and Hard Drive], the selected data will be deleted
from the file list and the data files will also be deleted from the hard disk.
Note
If you are using 21 CFR part 11 software, you cannot delete files from Hard Drive. This dialog box will not
appear.
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1.4.3 Overlay memory (Research and Development Mode only)
Check box Over lay memory tab
Child graph window
Fig. 12 Overlay Memory
This screen displays the memory that temporarily stores measurement data.
After measurement, the data is stored in memory. There are 25 memory locations. When
these memory locations are full, data is deleted in order from the memory location storing the
oldest data.
Overlaying data:
When [Overlay Display Mode] in the [Display] menu is selected,
Out of the data displayed in [Overlay memory] in the data manager, graphs for the data with its
checkbox checked are displayed on the Measurement Result screen. If you uncheck a
checkbox, the graph for the data will be deleted from the Measurement screen.
To display only one data item instead of overlaying data on the Measurement Result screen,
select [Single Display Mode] in the [Display] menu. In this case, you can check a checkbox for
only one data item.
Active data:
If you double-click a data name, the characters of the data name will be blue and this data will
be "active data". All the numerical data displayed in the upper part of the [Distribution Graph]
tab and all the data on the [Data Table] and [Result Data] tabs on the Measurement Result
screen are "active data".
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Selecting data:
If you single-click a data name, a graph for the data is displayed in the “Child graph window”
under the [Overlay memory] tab. In this case, data with its checkbox checked (data displayed
on the Measurement Result screen) is yellow and data with its checkbox unchecked (data that
is not displayed on the Measurement Result screen) is blue in the “Child graph window”.
Saving data:
To save memory data into a file, double-click and activate the data you want to save, click the
[File] menu - [Save As] command, name the data, and save it.
Deleting data:
To delete memory data, double-click and activate the data you want to delete and click the
[Display] menu - [Delete Active Data] command, or right-double-click the name of the data you
want to delete.
To delete all the data in memory, click the [Display] menu - [Delete All Data] command.
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2 Menu Commands
2 Menu Commands
Each command in the menu provides the following functions:
Some of these commands can be executed by clicking an icon on the toolbar.
2.1 File Menu

2.1.1 Open command
Data files of LA-950/950V2, LA-920 and LA-910 can be available. Be sure to data style when
upload it. Recalculation and mode change are not available for these data taken from the
instrument other than LA-950 and LA-950V2.
In the Research and Development Mode, the saved data is read into the memory on the
[Overlay memory] tab of the data manager. Because 25 memory locations are provided in the
Research and Development Mode, up to 25 files can be read.
In the Quality Control Mode, only one memory location is provided. When you open new data,
the previous data will be deleted.
(If you open a "multi-data file" created with LA-950 Version 1.** software, only the latest data is
retained. To open all the multi-data, open it in the Research and Development Mode.)
2.1.2 Save As command

Names memory data and saves it.
2.1.3 Open File View command
You can see a simplified graph for saved data. In the Research and Development Mode, the
selected data is read into the memory on the [Overlay memory] tab of the data manager.
Because 25 memory locations are provided in the Research and Development Mode, up to 25
files can be read.
In the Quality Control Mode, only one memory location is provided. When you open new data,
the previous data will be deleted.
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2 Menu Commands
(If you open a "multi-data file" created with Version 1.10 or earlier, only the latest data is
retained. To open all the multi-data, open it in the Research and Development Mode.)
2.1.4 Clipboard command

Saves the data in active memory (with the data name displayed in blue) in the Research and
Development Mode, to the clipboard.
Saves the latest measurement data or the data opened with the [Open] command in the Qual-
ity Control Mode.
On the Measurement Result screen, this command saves graph images to the clipboard when
the [Distribution Graph] tab is displayed, the text data in the data table when the [Data Table]
tab is displayed, and the text data of the result data when the [Result Data] tab is displayed. To
paste the clipboard data, start the application you want to paste the data to and paste it to the
application using the Ctrl+V shortcut.
2.1.5 Print command

Prints the data in active memory (with the data name displayed in blue) in the Research and
Development Mode.
Prints the latest measurement data or the data opened with the [Open] command in the
Quality Control Mode.
Set the print format in [Print template] (See 2.1.6) or read the format from a file.
2.1.6 Editing the print layout

You can check and edit the print layout.
From the [File] menu, select [Print template].

Click one of the following buttons and then drag the mouse on the form image to specify the
range. An item corresponding to the function of the button is displayed in the specified range.
The images pasted on the form image can be moved or resized as desired. When you double-
click the image, you can change various settings including the character font or color.
The following buttons are available for the print layout operation:
Cancels the clicked status of any button.
Draws an arrow.
Draws a circle.
Draws a rectangle.
Edits and Displays characters.
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2 Menu Commands
Pastes an image.
Double-click the pasted icon and specify the image file.
Displays the measured value.

Double-click the pasted icon and edit the items to be displayed.
Displays the calculation result.

Displays the measurement condition setting.

Displays the calculation condition.

Displays the system condition.

Displays the sample information.

Displays the particle size distribution table.

Displays the legend for the graph.

Displays the title as [Horiba LA950 for Windows [Wet] Ver.XXX].
Displays the date and time.
Displays the location of the print layout setting file.
Displays the distribution graph.
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2 Menu Commands
Other functions buttons are as follows:
Displays a print preview.
Switches the display screen to the Measurement screen.
Sets the orientation of the print layout form to landscape.
Sets the orientation of the print layout form to portrait.
The [File] menu provides the following functions:

Preview Displays the print preview.
File Return Return to the previous screen.
Page setup Page setup for the printer.
Add Page Adds a page.
Delete Page Delete the contents of the final page.
Setting
Header/Footer Specifies the settings related to the header/footer display.
Horizon/Vertical Specifies the orientation of the form.
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　● Advanced function layout
Displays the Phi scale graph.
Displays the Phi scale table.
Displays the Sieve scale table.
Displays the Intensity graph.
Displays the Multi modal report.
Displays blank check intensity graph for each channel.
Displays blank check intensity validation table for each channel.
Displays blank check result.
Displays detector check intensity graph for each channel.
Displays detector check intensity validation table for each channel.
Displays detector check percent particle size validation table.
Displays detector check result.
Advanced function printing

When you print the result of the "Advanced function", make sure to use "print" button on
window of each function in the "Advanced function" menu.
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Print layout format for the advanced functions are saved in the "AdvancedFunctionLayout"
folder:
C:\ProgramFiles\HORIBA\LA-950J
\LAAcquisition\SettingFiles\Layout\AdvancedFunctionLayout
(This is the folder named AdvancedFunctionLayout in the default folder.)
After you edit these files, save with the same file name in the same folder.
Function name File name
PhiScale graph
PhiScale.lay
PhiScale
Intensity graph Residual.lay
Sieve Scale graph SieveScale.lay
Multi Modal Report MultiModalReport.lay
Blank check BlankCheck.lay
Detector check DetectorCheck.lay
Note
Please don’t use“print”command in the file menu when you print the advanced function data. If you do, the
advanced function results to be printed out are not the results for the active data, but the results for the data
last time you used in the advanced function command.
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　● Audit trail layout
Prints all Event, Sub Event, Username, Reason and Date stamp of the data.
Prints all status, Username, Reason and Date Stamp of the data.
Prints "Measured by, printed by, Data stamp and Reason." If the data is not
measured with CFR mode, blank is printed out.
Note
If the software is not 21 CFR part11 mode, the audit rail layout is not displayed in print layout.
The Signature layout cannot be removed if the layout is put on.
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2.1.7 Print preview command

Opens the screen to check the image to be printed before printing the image.
The [Preview] window contains the following buttons:
Displays the print layout screen.
Performs printing.
When this button is clicked, the [Print Settings] window opens.
Specify the printer to be used, the number of copies, and the print range.
Switches the display screen to the Measurement screen.
2.1.8 Export as image command

Outputs the same image as the one to be printed into a file.
You can select the output format from bitmap, jpeg, or Microsoft enhanced metafile.
2.1.9 Exit command

Exits the LA-950/950V2 software program.
You can also exit the program by clicking the red "X" at the top right of the screen.
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2.2 View Menu

The [View] menu displays/hides each window and the toolbar on the screen and organizes the
screen.
2.2.1 Main Tool Bar command

Displays/hides the main toolbar. When a check mark is displayed to the left of the command
name, the main toolbar is displayed on the screen. To hide the main toolbar from the screen,
click this command to uncheck it.
2.2.2 Status Bar command

Displays/hides the status bar. When a check mark is displayed to the left of the command
name, the status bar is displayed on the screen. To hide the status bar from the screen, click
this command to uncheck it.
2.2.3 Data Manager command

Displays/hides the data manager screen. When a check mark is displayed to the left of the
command name, the data manager screen is displayed. To hide the data manager screen,
click this command to uncheck it.
2.2.4 Default Screen Layout command

Organizes the screen. This command is used to display/hide each window or to return each
screen to its default size after changing the size of a window.
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2.3 Graph Menu

2.3.1 Graph Setting command
Configures display settings for graphs on the Measurement Result screen.
● Style tab
　● Graph Axis
Specify whether to make the axis of a graph linear or log.
Select the combination of the X-axis and Y-axis from [LogX-LinY], [LogX-LogY], or [LinX-
LinY].
　● Cumulative Distribution Graph
Specify whether or not to display the cumulative distribution graph.
　● Style
Select the display style for the frequency distribution graph from lines, dotted lines, or a bar
graph.
● Color tab
　● Graph number
The selected graph number’s setting condition can be changed.
　● Frequency
Sets the color and thickness of the frequency distribution graph.
　● Fill inside of graph
If you check this box when the frequency distribution graph is a bar graph, the inside of the bar
graph is filled. Specify the color of the fill.
　● Cumulation
Specify the color and thickness of the cumulative distribution graph.
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● Axis tab
　● ISO9276-1 Format
To display a graph according to ISO, check [ON].
　● Size Class
Specify whether to display a cumulative distribution graph with [Undersize] or [Oversize].
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2.3.2 Scale command

Sets the display style for the graph axis and grid on the Measurement Result screen.
● Grid Setting tab
Set the display style for the grid of a graph.
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● Scale tab
Set the display scale of a graph.

　● Recalculation
This function is used to calculate the particle size distribution so that the particles may be
within the specified range of the particle size.
In the Research and Development Mode, select the data in memory (If you check [Select Data
in Memory], you can select multiple data files.) and click [OK]. The particle size distribution will
be recalculated so that the particles within the specified range of the particle size may make
up 100% of the particles.
2.3.3 Graph Legends command

Sets the items to display in the legend for graphs and the display style on the Measurement
Result screen.
● Setting tab
Select items to display in the legend. The items with the check boxes checked will be
displayed. Up to six items can be displayed. To change the items, click the [Item Change]
button, select the items you want to change from the pull-down list, click the [Change] button,
select new items you want to display, and click [OK].
You cannot change the [Data Name] and [Graph Type].
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● Color tab
Specify the background color and frame for the display area of the legend.
● Pointer command
Specify the color and thickness of the pointer on the measurement results graph and when it
is active and when it is not.
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● Select Pointer command

Activates the pointer on the measurement results graph. When the pointer is active, you can
move the pointer by dragging it, and the particle size and particle size distribution at the
position of the pointer are displayed under the graph.
You can also execute the same command by clicking the icon on the toolbar.
● Select Graph Legends command
Activates the legend display for a graph on the Measurement Result screen. When the graph
legend is active, you can change the size and position of the graph by dragging it.
● Select Axis command
Activates the graph axis on the Measurement Result screen. When the axis is active, you can
display the screen for changing the settings for the axis by double-clicking the axis.
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2.4 Display Menu

2.4.1 Result Data View command
Switches to the Measurement Result screen when the Measurement screen is displayed.
2.4.2 Measurement View command

Switches to the Measurement screen when the Measurement Result screen is displayed.
2.4.3 Display table with the graph

Displays data table by the graph on the distribution graph tab.
2.4.4 Data Details command

Displays data details in a window, displayed items are the same as those shown in the graph
legend in the measurement result screen.
2.4.5 Single Display Mode command

Switches to the Single Display Mode.
In the Single Display Mode, you can display only one data item on the Measurement Result
screen.
2.4.6 Overlay Display Mode command

Switches to the Overlay Display Mode.
In the Overlay Display Mode, you can overlay multiple data items on the Measurement Result
screen.
2.4.7 Delete All Data command

Deletes all the memory data from the memory in the Research and Development Mode and all
the data except the latest measurement data or the data opened with the [Open] command in
the Quality Control Mode.
2.4.8 Delete Active Data command

Deletes the active data from the memory in the Research and Development Mode and the
latest measurement data or the data opened with the [Open] command in the Quality Control
Mode.
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2.5 Conditions Menu

Sets the measurement conditions and sample information.
2.5.1 Regular setting

Regular setting is opened from [Setting] menu - [Set Conditions]
● Sample information
You can check and save the sample information. The following items can be changed.
Sample information: Sample name, Material, Source, Lot Number, Test or Assay number
● Setting a refractive index file
Selecting a refractive index file
When the "refractive index files" have been registered, select the file which you want to use for
measurement from the list of registered files.
1. In the [Refractive Index], click the [Select] button.
2. Select the refractive index file to use in the measurement, and click the [OK] button.
The selected file's information is displayed in the [Refractive Index]. The selected refractive
index file is used when calculating particle size distribution directly after measurement.
Note
The entered LD wavelength and LED wavelength cannot be changed.
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Creating the refractive index file

If no refractive index file has been registered for the sample and dispersion medium, follow the
steps below to create a new refractive index file.
1. Click the [Create] button in the [Refractive Index].
The [Create Index] dialog box appears.
2. At the top of the dialog box, enter a name for the refractive index file to create in the
[Name] field.
You can also enter a comment if needed.
Fig. 13 dialog box for Entering Refractive Index File Name
Register the sample's absolute refractive index information.

3. Click the [List] button at the top of the [Create Index] dialog box.
The refractive indices of representative samples are displayed.
If the desired sample is in the list:

1. Select the sample name, and click the [OK] button.
If the desired sample is not in the list:

Manually enter the sample's refractive index information.
1. Click the [Edit] button.
The [Edit Sample] dialog box appears.
Fig. 14 dialog box for Entering Sample's Refractive Index Information
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2. Enter the information for the sample.

Setting item Description
Name Enter the name of the sample.
Comment Enter a comment if necessary.
[Real number] of the absolute refractive index for the laser beam (red)
Real number (LD)
Example: Enter 1.6 if the absolute refractive index is 1.6-0.3i.
[Imaginary number] of the absolute refractive index for the laser beam (red)
Imaginary number (LD)
Example: Enter -0.3 if the absolute refractive index is 1.6-0.3i.
[Real number] of the absolute refractive index for the LED light (blue) (when the
Real number (LED)
blue refractive index is set)
[Imaginary number] of the absolute refractive index for the LED light (blue)
Imaginary number (LED)
(when the blue refractive index is set)
Tip
No imaginary number component is entered for the refractive index of the dispersion medium.
To make the blue wavelength refractive index a different value from the red wavelength value
Check the [Set Blue Index] checkbox in the [Create Index] dialog box. If you don't check this
checkbox, the same refractive index is set for the blue and red wavelengths.
4. When you have finished entering the refractive index information for the sample and
dispersion medium, click the [Create] button at the bottom of the [Create Index]
dialog box.
Refractive index file creation starts, and a progress bar shows the progress.
Fig. 15 Progress Bar
When creation is complete, the file is registered as a refractive index file.

Click the [Refractive Index] to open the dialog box and click the [Select] button to display the
list of the refractive index files.
Select the refractive index file to use for measurement.
● Form of distribution
Select [Auto] or [Manual] to set the form of distribution.

The software determines and sets the appropriate number of iterations:
Auto
Form of either 15 or 150 iterations.
Distribution Lets you enter a user-specified number of iterations. Clicking the
Manual
[Iteration Number] button displays an input box.
Cumulative % on Particle Size

Specify the particle size to be used as a reference. The cumulative frequency % value for the
particle size having a marked check box will be displayed.
Example: When 0.1 µm, 1 µm, and 10 µm are specified as the particle sizes, the cumulative
frequency % values for the specified particle sizes are displayed.
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Particle size on Cumulative %

Specify the cumulative % value to be used as a reference. The particle size for the cumulative
% value having a marked check box will be displayed.
Example: When 10, 50, and 90 are specified as the cumulative frequency % values, the
particle sizes having the setting values of the specified cumulative frequency % values are
displayed.
● Distribution base
In the [Graph] tab, specify the standard to use for the distribution graph.
In the measurement result graph, the particle size distribution is shown based on the standard
specified here.
• Volume: The frequency distribution shows the proportion of the total volume of the particles
of a specific size to the total volume of all particles by setting the total volume of all particles
to 100%.
• Area: The frequency distribution shows the proportion of the total surface area of the
particles of a specific size to the total surface area of all particles by setting the total surface
area of all particles to 100%.
• Length: The frequency distribution shows the proportion of the total diameter of the particles
of a specific size to the total diameter of all particles by setting the total diameter of all
particles to 100%.
• Number: The frequency distribution shows the proportion of the number of the particles of a
specific size to the number of all particles by setting the number of all particles to 100%.
2.5.2 Set Conditions for Next Measurement command

Specifies the measurement conditions and data to be written into a measurement data file for
the sample to be measured.
Saving and reading the measurement condition and sample information
You can save and read the settings as a "condition file".
To save the settings, click the [Save] button, name the file, and save it. To read the conditions
saved in a file, click the [Load] button, select a condition file, and click [Open].
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● Sample Information button
You can check or change the sample information of the measured data.
To change the sample information items, enter the desired item in the corresponding entry
box.
The change will be effective from the next measurement.
The following items can be changed.

Remark 1, Remark 2, Remark 3, Remark 4, Remark 5, Remark 6, Remark 7,
Other information
Remark 8, Remark 9, Remark 10
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● Calculation
　● Refractive Index
　● Multi peaks
Stray light correction algorithm is added if "Yes" is selected. This algorithm is different form
before Ver.3.XX.
And extension of index file is depended on the selection.
With this correction, it is tender to avoid the affect of ghost which caused by stray light,
especially in submicron particle size distribution.
If compatible calculations with Ver3.XX needed, "No" should be selected.
　● Setting the refractive index
Select the refractive index required for the particle size distribution calculation.
Before you can select a refractive index file, you need to register a "refractive index file",
created using the absolute refractive indexes of the sample and dispersion medium used for
measurement. If the refractive index file is not registered, you need to create a new one.
　● Fixed value
In the [Fixed Value], specify the calculation conditions for the particle size distribution
calculation. The particle size distribution calculation calculates the particle size distribution by
comparing the pattern of the scattered light obtained in the measurement and the response
function (theoretical scattering pattern). The number of times to repeat the comparison varies
depending on the range of the particle size distribution.
　● Density Distribution Graph
Sets how the particle diameter axis is calibrated when displaying the particle size distribution.
The setting is enabled starting from the next measurement, or when recalculation is
performed.
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• Standard: The default calibration method. Displays the distribution with the particle
diameter axis calibrated in uniform logarithmic intervals.
• Custom Setting: Displays the distribution with the particle diameter axis calibrated with a
user-specified particle diameter interval.
Clicking the [Setting] button displays a dialog box for entering the user-specified particle
diameter interval.
• Custom Setting % (undersize): Displays the distribution with the particle diameter axis
calibrated using a user-specified cumulative frequency percentage value.
Clicking the [Setting] button displays a dialog box for entering the user-specified cumulative
interval.
　● Span operation
When you specify to display the "Span" as the item displayed in the measurement result
screen, the result of the span value calculation is displayed in the screen. The span value is a
reference value indicating the extent of distribution.
• To execute span value calculation, check the [ON] checkbox.
• Set the cumulative frequency percentage needed to calculate the span value.
The span value is obtained by dividing the difference between the two cumulative diameter
percentages by the median diameter.
Enter a numerical value used for the span value calculation. Example: When 10% and 90%
are entered: Span value = | D90% diameter - D10% diameter | / Median diameter
Note
The "| |" symbols in the equation mean an absolute value.
　● Verification
Displays whether the measured value meets the set standard.
Click the [Setting] button and specify the reference values in the [Verification Setting] dialog
box. You need to specify the reference diameter, reference value, and tolerance range.
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　● Setting the optimum transmittance range

The concentration of the sample is monitored based on the transmittance.
During sampling, adjust the concentration by checking the transmittance of the sample.

Transmittance (R) Upper/ Specify the upper and lower limit of the optimum transmittance of the laser
Lower beam. (Enter values between 0 and 100.)
Transmittance (B) Upper/ Specify the upper and lower limit of the optimum transmittance of the LED light.
Lower (Enter values between 0 and 100.)
Note
The optimum transmittance range specified here is displayed as light-green belts on both sides of the
transmittance bar on the Measurement screen. The entered values do not affect the particle size distribution
calculation. Use the values as a guide to adjust the concentration of the sample.
When automatic dilution is selected, the sample is diluted by setting the lower limit specified here as a target.
You can select to use Red Light (R) or Blue Light (B) for the operation in the [Automatic dilution light] on this
tab.
　● Feed and rinse conditions

Specify the amount of dispersion medium to feed and the number of times to rinse.
If the sample is highly adhesive, increase the number of times to rinse.
Specify the amount to feed of dispersion medium injection from four levels.
Feed Liquid Level
(Low, Middle, High, Full)
Number of Times to Rinse Specify the number of times to rinse. (1 to 5)
　● Automatic Dilution Light

During auto concentration adjustment, the sample concentration is monitored by
transmittance. Select whether to use [Transmittance (R)] or [Transmittance (B)] as the
standard.
　● Data acquisition times

Set the number of times to capture the scattered light data. The particle size distribution
calculation uses the average of the captured scattered light data. The more times the data is
captured, the higher the accuracy of the averaged scattered light data.
When measuring a sample with great variation in transmittance, specify a larger number.
The number of captures specified here is also applied to capture data for the blank
measurement.
Specify the number of data captures for the sample and blank measurement.
Specify the number of times to add up the scattered light data for the sample
Data acquisition times and blank measurements. The larger the specified value, the more values of
(Sample, Blank) scattered light data are added up. The value can be specified between 1 and
500,000. (Normal value: 5,000 times)
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　● Alignment before measurement

The [Alignment before measurement] setting lets you select whether to execute optical axis
adjustment before executing sample measurement. If you select [Yes], optical axis adjustment
is executed before sample measurement. If you select [No], optical axis adjustment is not
executed before sample measurement.
Tip
For blank measurement, optical axis adjustment is executed before measurement regardless of this setting.
● System
　● Auto Functions
Setting Description of automatic operation

Set Conditions before Before starting measurement, you must open the [Sample information] window
measurement to register sample information.
After the particle size distribution measurement, the result can be automatically
Automatic Printing
printed.
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Setting Description of automatic operation

After the particle size distribution measurement, the result can be saved with a
file name in the following format:
File name for automatic save:
Automatic Save
Year Month Day Hour Min Auto ID#
[Auto save folder setting]

If this is checked, by clicking "small folder" icon on the tab, you can specify the
folder to save the auto-save data in.
If this is not checked, auto-save data are saved in the same folder you specify
in the "Save as" command in the file menu.
Auto Scale after Measure- You can select to automatically scale the measurement result graph after
ment. measurement.
Recalculation after graph You can select automatically recalculation when the graph range is scaled up.
range expansion Select [Yes] for automatically recalculation when the graph is scaled up.
Display View After Naviga- You can select whether to display the Measurement screen or Measurement
tor Result screen after the navigator measurement.
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　● Sample Preparation
Specify the circulation, ultrasonic, and agitation operations for sample preparation.

Circulation Speed Specify the speed of the circulation pump. (1 to 15)
Ultrasonic Power Specify the power of the ultrasonic application. (1 to 7)
Specify the duration of the ultrasonic application. (1 minute to 30 minutes, or 1
Ultrasonic Time
second to 1,800 seconds)
Ultrasonic works during When [U-Sonic works during Meas] is checked, the ultrasonic application
measurement continues while the scattered light data is captured.
Agitation Power Specify the agitation speed. (1 to 15)
Select [Continuous] to perform agitation continuously.
Agitation Setting
Select [Intermittent] to perform agitation intermittently.
Debubble Setting Set the operation when you press the [Debubble] button.
Ultrasonic Works During
Specify whether to use the ultrasonic application during debubbling.
Debubble
Ultrasonic Power Specify the power of the ultrasonic application during debubbling.
Specify the exposure time of the ultrasonic application during debubbling. When
Ultrasonic Time [Set up in a Second] is checked, the time is specified in seconds, and when it is
unchecked, in minutes.
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2.5.3 Change conditions for selected files command

(Research and Development Mode only)
Measured data in the overlay memory tab in the data manager can be recalculated after
changing the set calculation conditions or sample information.
For how to set calculation conditions and sample information, see “2.5.2 Set Conditions for
Next Measurement command” (page 50).
Note
To change conditions when using quality control mode, use “Edit” button on the File List View tab on the Data
Manager.
“ ● Edit button” (page 23)
● Recalculating the measured data

Select the measured data to recalculate, from the Overlay Memory tab on the Data Manager
to make it active.
Fig. 16 [Measurement Condition] dialog box
1. Set values for [Calculation Condition] and [Sample information].

2. From the [Calculation Data Setting], select the measured data to recalculate.
Active Data Recalculates currently active measured data.
Lets you select measured data to recalculate, from the measured data stored in
Select Data in memory
the Overlay Memory. You can select multiple items.
3. When you have finished settings in the [Measurement Dialog], click the [ReCalc]
button at the bottom of the dialog box.
The recalculated result is displayed in place of the old result.
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2.6 Navigator Menu

2.6.1 Edit navigator list command
Select a sequence file to be displayed in the [LA Navigator] of the data manager and click
[OK]. To change the folder to search the sequence file in, click the [Select Folder] button.
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2.6.2 Edit sequence command

A series of measurement operations can be automatically performed by executing a sequence
program created by combining several operation commands. Sequence commands can be
categorized into the following types:
Command type Function
Common
Commands common to all sequences, such as [Wait] and [Message].
commands
Wizard
Commands that set required parameters during command execution. Designed to provide
Navigator
guidance on measurement procedures.
commands
You can select [Edit sequence] or [Edit navigator list] from the [Navigator] menu to edit or
register a sequence program.
● Editing a sequence program

You can edit a sequence program to create a new one or to change an existing one.
Sequence
command display
area
Sequence
program
edit area
Command type
Fig. 16 [Edit sequence] dialog box
● Creating a new sequence program

Click the [Add New Sequence] button on the [Edit sequence] dialog box.
A dialog box to enter a sequence name and a comment opens. A comment is optional, but the
sequence name is mandatory.
The sequence name is displayed at the top of the sequence program edit area and sequence
commands follow to this sequence name.
In the command type drop-down list box in the bottom right section, select the command type
you want to use (Wizard Navigation, or Common). The commands of the selected type are
listed in the sequence command display area in the top right section. You can insert a
command by dragging the command from the area and dropping it to the desired point in the
sequence program.
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To delete a placed command, select it, click the right button of the mouse, and select
[Remove] from the displayed menu.
　● Common command
Parameter specified
Command Function
during creation
Start counting waiting
Wait Start Wait ID
time
Waits until specified time
passes since “Wait Start”
Wait End Wait ID, Waiting time (Unit: second or minute)
command with the same
ID was executed.
Displays a message or • Message content
Message
[Next]/[Exit] button. • Button name
Message Sound Activates sound effects. Sound file
Circulation Performs [Circulation] Circulation speed (1 to 15)
Feed Performs [Feed] Amount of feed (4 levels)
Partial Feed Performs [Particial Feed] -
Dilute Performs [Dilute] -
Agitation Performs [Agitation] Agitation speed （1 to 15）
Alignment Performs [Alignment] -
Debubble Performs [Debubble] -
Blank Performs [Blank] -
Measurement Performs [Measurement] -
Performs [Automatic
Automatic Dilution -
Dilution]
Stops the sequence
Stop -
program
Rinse Performs [Rinse] -
All Drain Performs [All Drain] -
Partial Drain Performs [Partial Drain] -
• Power （1 to 7）
U-Sonic Performs [U-Sonic]
• Application time （1 to 1800 seconds）
Switches to the
Measurement screen -
[Measurement screen]
Loads a condition setting
Condition Setting Selecting a condition setting file.
file.
Loads a print layout
Layout setting Selecting a print layout file
setting file
Specifies the optimum Setting the Upper/Lower of range for Red and
Set up T% range
transmittance range. Blue light sources
Waits until the ultrasonic
Wait for U-sonic to stop -
application stops
Print Performs printing -
Save the activated data
Save File name (Displays dialog/ID）
with a file name
Clear counting memory,
Clear Count used for calculation on -
memory.
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Parameter specified
Command Function
during creation
Displays counting
Counting Increment increment, used for -
calculation on memory.
Displays counting
Counting Decrement decrement, used for -
calculation on memory.
Clear the calculation
Memory Clear -
memory.
Add an active memory
Add Memory onto the calculation -
memory.
Save the calculation
Save Memory memory. The ID is used -
for the file name.
Memory Division Divides the memory data
-
（CDIV） by the counting number.
Divides the memory data
Memory Division（DIV） by the input value. Input the value
Multiplies the memory

Memory multiply Input the value
data by the input value.
Operate AUTO
Sampler control SAMPLER/Slurry Input position
sampler
　● Wizard Navigation command
Parameter specified
Command Function
during creation
Select [Select Condition Data] - [My Favorite]
or [Select Condition Data] - [Current]. If you
Loads
Wizard Navi Load select [My Favorite], click the [Set] button and
[Measurement Condi-
Condition select a conditions file from the "My Favorite"
tion].
folder. If you select [Current], the currently set
measurement conditions are applied.
Check [Select Meas Condition Data] -
Specifies [Current] to apply the currently set
Wizard Navi Meas
[Measurement Condi- measurement conditions. To change the
Condition
tion]. conditions, enter the desired value in [No. of
Accumulation] without checking [Current]
Check [Select Meas Condition Data] -
[Current] to apply the currently set
Wizard Navi Calc Specifies measurement conditions. To change the
Condition [Calculation Condition]. conditions, enter settings in [Refractive Index]
and [Distribution Base], without checking
[Current].
Wizard Navi Sample Specifies Enter the sample information. You can't
Info [Sample information]. select [User Mode].
Click the [Feed] button to feed the dispersion
Wizard Navi Feed Performs [Feed].
medium. You can't select [User Mode].
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Parameter specified
Command Function
during creation
Set [Circulation] and [Agitation] to ON or OFF,
and set the rate. If you make the [Circulation
Setting] and [Agitation Setting] settings with
Wizard Navi Circ Performs [Circulation].
[User Mode] checked, circulation is executed
automatically with the set conditions when the
registered Navigator file is executed.
Click the [Blank] button to execute blank
measurement. If you check [User Mode],
Wizard Navi Blank Performs [Blank]. blank measurement is executed automatically
with the set conditions when the registered
Navigator file is executed.
Feed the sample and click the [Next] button.
Wizard Navi PutSample Performs [PutSample].
You can't select [User Mode].
Click the [Dilute] button to execute sample
dilution. If you check [User Mode] and set the
maximum/minimum refractive indices, the set
Wizard Navi Dilute Performs [Dilute].
transmittance range is fixed as the
appropriate value when the registered
Navigator file is executed.
Set the time and power for [USonic]. If you
check [User Mode] and set ultrasonic ON/
OFF, time and power, the ultrasonic
Wizard Navi USonic Activates [Ultra Sonic].
sequence is executed automatically with the
set conditions when the registered Navigator
file is executed.
Click the [Measure] button to execute
measurement. If you check [User Mode],
Wizard Navi Meas Performs [Measurement].
measurement is executed automatically when
the registered Navigator file is executed.
Click the [Rinse] button to execute the rinse
sequence. If you check [User Mode], the rinse
Wizard Navi Rinse Performs [Rinse].
sequence is executed automatically when the
registered Navigator file is executed.
Click the [Print] button to execute printing.
You can click the [Set Layout] button to load a
print layout file registered in "My Layouts". If
you check [User Mode], when [Default
Setting] is selected, printing is executed
Wizard Navi Print Performs [Print].
manually when the registered Navigator file is
executed, with the layout fixed at the set
layout. When [Automatic Printing] is selected,
printing is executed automatically with the set
print layout.
Registers the sequence
program of navigation Register a Navigator file by entering a file
Wizard Resist Navi
commands in the name and clicking the [Register] button.
[favorite] folder.
Custom Result Data Phi Display of [Phi Scale This command doesn’t have setting parame-
Scale Graph Graph] ters. “Custom Navi Setting” is not available.
Custom Result Data Display of [Sieve Scale This command doesn’t have setting parame-
Sieve Scale Graph Graph] ters. “Custom Navi Setting” is not available.
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Parameter specified
Command Function
during creation
The setting parameter of "Manual selection of
split points "needs to be checked "ON" or
"OFF".
Display of [MultiModal
MultiModal Report If it is checked, the previously indicated split
Report]
points can be valid and "Find Peak" button
appears. The automatic printout can be also
selective.
This command doesn't have setting
Blank check Performs Blank check parameters. "Custom Navi Setting" is not
available.
This command doesn't have setting
Detector check Performs Detector check parameters. "Custom Navi Setting" is not
available.
Operations common to all Wizard Navigator commands

[User Mode Setting] Commands with [User Mode] checked use fixed conditions when the
checkbox registered Navigator file is executed.
[Next] button Moves to the next command.
[Exit sequence] button Ends Navigator execution.
　● Saving a sequence program after creation

Click the [Save] button, name the sequence program which you created, and save it.
● Repeating sequence programs

To execute sequence programs repeatedly, set the repeat process in the created sequence
program.
1. Double-click the parent sequence (sequence program root).

The [Command Setting] dialog box appears.
2. Check [Loop enable].
• To specify the number of times to repeat sequence program execution, enter the value in
the [Loop times] box.
• To repeat the sequence program indefinitely, check [Infinite loop].
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● Setting sub-sequences and intervals

You can set multiple sub-sequences in the main sequence. When loop processes are set in
the main sequence, you can set the sub-sequence execution timing using [Interval setting].
When the main sequence (parent sequence) has a loop process, the [Interval setting] function
lets you set whether to execute a sub-sequence with every execution or once every set num-
ber of executions. If you select once every set number of executions, you must specify at
which execution to execute the sub-sequence.
Creating sub-sequences
Follow the steps below to create a sub-sequence.
1. Specify a sequence.
Activate a sequence.
2. Click .
3. Enter the sequence name (mandatory) and any comments (optional).
4. Click the [OK] button to create a sub-sequence having the sequence specified in
Step 1 as its parent sequence.
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Setting intervals
The example sequence below is used in the description of setting intervals.
Fig. 17 Example Sequence
In the example sequence, the main sequence is repeated endlessly ([Infinite loop] is
checked). Measurement is executed 6 times each time the main sequence executes ([Loop
times] = 6). Printing is performed once every 3 measurement executions ([Interval] = 3). The
printing sub-sub-sequence has a sub-sequence as its parent sequence. The loop count of the
parent sub-sequence is 6. The interval setting of 3 means that the printing sub-sequence is
executed after every 3 executions of its parent sequence. The timing for executing printing is
the 2nd execution among the 3 executions ([Position] = 1). The [Position] setting of 1 in this
example sequence means that printing is executed after the 2nd time measurement is exe-
cuted. To execute printing after the 1st execution of measurement, set 0. To execute printing
after the 3rd execution of measurement, set 2.
Make the settings in the software as shown below.
Fig. 18 Sequence Editing (Interval Setting)
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2.7 File List Utility Menu

This command is used for the data management of [File List View] of the data manager.
2.7.1 Setup command
Select data items to be displayed in the [File List View] of the data manager. From [Item List]
on the left, select the items you want to display in the [File List View] and click the [Add] button
to add them to [Include In File List] on the right. Select the items you do not want to display
from [Include In File List] on the right and click [Delete]. If you click [Clear], all the items will be
deleted from the list.
2.7.2 Import command
Reads data saved as data files (*.NGB) into [File List View] of the data manager.
2.7.3 Open File List command（Research and Development Mode）

Opens file list view window
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2.8 Exporting Measurement Results (Data Conversion)

2.8.1 Exporting measurement results
You can convert measurement results to text data by using the steps below. Specify the
information to save beforehand, as described in Section “2.8.2 Data Conversion settings”
(page 71).
1. Make the measured data to convert active.
2. Select [Export] from the [Export] menu.
The [Save As] dialog box appears.
Fig. 22 [Save As] Dialog Box
3. Select the format to save the data in, from the [File type] pull-down menu.
4. Enter a file name in the [File Name] box, and click [Save] to save the currently active
data in the selected format.
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2.8.2 Data Conversion settings
Follow the steps below to set the data format when exporting measurement results as text
data.
1. Select [Conversion] from the [Data Conversion] menu.
2. The [Data Conversion] dialog box appears.
Fig. 23 [Data Conversion] Dialog Box
3. Set each item.
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　● Data Type
Select tab, comma, or space as the data delimiter character.
　● Measured and calculation Data

Select measurement result data or calculation result data as the data to export.
1. Select measurement results or calculation results using the radio buttons.
2. Click the [SetUp] button.
The [Setting] dialog box appears, and the items selected in Step 1 are displayed
(measurement results or calculation results).
3. Move the items to export to the box on the right side of the dialog box.
Use and to move items.
　● Ascending Descending
Specify the particle size distribution data Ascending or Descending for the particle size when
exporting the data.
　● Measured data
Select the measurement data to export.
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2.9 Option Menu

2.9.1 Customize command
Switching modes
Selects the Research and Development Mode or Quality Control Mode and switches modes in
the software.
2.9.2 Select Next Application Mode command
Selects whether to start the wet measurement software or the dry measurement software next
time you start up the software. This function is mainly used to process data without connecting
equipment.
2.9.3 Indicator setting

Set the indicator ON・OFF.
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2.10 Extension Menu

The extension menu consists of the display function of the specialized particle distribution
display method for a particular application, a printing function, and the scattered light analysis
function.
2.10.1 Phi Scale Display

The active memory data is displayed in phi scales. The phi scale display method shows the
larger particles on the left side and the small particles on the right side of the graph contrary to
the usual display method.
[Export] button:
Outputs the numerical data to a Text file.
[Print] button:
Prints the data in the phi scale display method.
　● To change the printing format:

Click the [Print template] from the [File] menu. Click the [Load] button and then click the
[Select Folder] button. Select the folder:
Download the [PhiScale] file. Save the file under the same file name upon editing.
Tip
Only one type of layout file can be saved for the phi scale printing.
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2.10.2 Sieve Scale Display

This window shows the active memory data in the sieve scale display method.
[Setting] button:
Set the sieve type of scale setting on this window:

• Type: Select either [ASTM Mesh] or [Tyler Mesh].
• Order: Select the particle size displaying order, the ascending order or the descending
order.
• Sieve numbers: Tick the box (es) that is (are) to be used for display.
Click the [OK] button when all settings are complete.
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[Export] button:
Outputs the numerical data of the sieve scale to a Text file.
[Print] button:
Prints the data in the sieve scale display method.

Download the [SieveScale] file. Save the file under the same file name upon editing.
Tip
Only one type of layout file can be saved for the sieve scale printing.
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2.10.3 Peak Separation Analysis

This function analyzes the particle size distribution data that has a number of peaks and finds
the particle size distribution parameters for each separated part.
Clicking the [Peak Separation Analysis] displays the window below.
The values of the particle sizes that form the [valley] of the distribution are input automatically
and displayed in the [First Split Point] and the [Second Split Point]. You can select the
separation point by clicking.
Next time you open this window, the points you have selected will be shown.
Clicking the [Find Peak] automatically inputs the value of the particle size that forms the [dip]
of the distribution again.
Tip
Note: First time you open this window, peaks are found automatically, and "Find Peak" button is not shown
on the window.
Clicking the [OK] button displays the particle size distribution data at each separated peak
point.
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[Aspect Ratio]: Shows the median size ratio at each peak point.
To change the items displayed on the window, click this window and follow the instructions on
the window below:
[Copy on the Clipboard] button:

Copies the contents being displayed on the clipboard.
You can copy and paste the contents by application software, for example Text Editor, using
Ctrl + V.
[Print] button:
Prints the results of the peak separation analysis.
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Click the [Print template] from the [File] menu. Click the [Load] button, and then click the
Download the [MultimodalReport] file. Save the file under the same file name upon editing.
Tip
Only one type of layout file can be saved for peak separation analysis.
2.10.4 Scattered Light Data Analysis
This function compares the measured scattered light and the logical scattering light
intensities, which are obtained from the calculated particle size distribution using the back
calculation method. It also evaluates the adequacy of the refraction index used for calculation.
Using the check box enables switching between [Scattered Light Display Mode] and [Relative
Values Display Mode].
● [Absolute Intensity Mode]:
Displays the value of the unit solid angle of the light intensity signal, which is output from the
scattered light detector, multiplied by sine of the scattered light angle to facilitate visualization
(W/Sr×Sinθ in vertical scale). The residual graph shows the relative graph deviation.
● [Relative Intensity Mode]:
Displays the values divided by the logical maximum amount of light received in each channel.
The residual graph shows the value obtained from the formula below.
(measured value - back calculation result) /back calculation result
● Right-clicking menu
Right-clicking on the graph shows the menu below:
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　● [Graph Settings]:
Sets the color of the graph and lines, as well as the graph scales.
　● [ClipBoard] :
Saves the data being displayed on the Clipboard.
[Intensity Graph] (Image):
Saves the images of the scattered light graph.
[Residual Graph] (Image):
Saves the images of the residual graph.
[Values] (Text):
Absolute intensity mode saves the scattered light intensity, back calculation light intensity, and
residuals on the Clipboard. Relative intensity mode saves the relative scattered light intensity,
relative back calculation light intensity, and relative residuals on the Clipboard.
　● [Used channel/ All channel]:

Switches the display from [All-channel Display] to [Channel for Calculation Only Display] and
vice versa.
[All-channel Display] displays the data of all channels in the graph.
[Channel for Calculation Only Display] displays the data of channels that are used for the
calculation of the particle size distribution only, not showing the data of channels that output
weak signals.
When you choose "Used Channel", it shows the data without low-output channels (low angle
channels around 1ch and high angle channels around 87ch). The average value of absolute
value of the Relative residual for used channel is equal to the R-Parameter displayed on the
window.
　● [Print]
Prints the results of the scattered light data analysis.

Download the [Residual] file. Save the file under the same file name upon editing.
Tip
Only one type of layout file can be saved for the scattered light data analysis.
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2.10.5 Blank Check
Blank check command

"Blank check" command is a function which shows condition of the instrument using a value of
scattered light from blank solvent at the every detector, by comparing with the recorded value
when the instrument is settled. Contamination or scar on the glass causes scattering the
incident light, and accuracy of the measurement will fatally decrease.
How to use "Blank check" function.

Activate the measured data on the data manager, and click "blank check" on the instrument
check in the extension.
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Fig. 24 Blank Check
Fig. 24 shows blank check monitor. Standard black values taken at the initial values are
indicated by blue line, tolerance range is indicated by red line and measured values are
indicated by pink line, respectively. The table bellow the graph shows measured values,
standard values, upper limit, lower limit, and shifted value form the standard, respectively.
All the measured blank values should be in tolerance range, and then "OK" will be appeared.
If even one detector is out of tolerance range, "NG" will be appeared.
In the case of "NG", check coping processes shown as bellow.

Clean the glass cell, and measure blank value.
If the measured blank value is still out of tolerance range, scare on the glass cell and
contamination or scare on the glass window in the sample room. In the case of scare on the
glass, exchange the glass cell. If "NG" is still appeared, call service engineer.
When you exchange a glass cell, click "SetStandardBlank" and read the first blank data after
exchanged the glass cell.
After blank check, the result of blank can be print by using print command. And blank check
data can be saved as csv file by save command.
If the blank value is lower than the lower limit of tolerance range, it can be considered that the
detector is off line or signal is not reached to the detector. In the result of the blank check, the
penetrated and incident light intensity of laser and LED are displayed bellow the graph.
LDT: Penetrated light intensity of laser diode.

LDI: Incident light intensity of laser diode.
LEDT: Penetrated light intensity of LED.
LEDI: Incident light intensity of LED.
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Following reason can be considered in "NG"

Condition Reason
Shielding object on the laser path is exist, detector error, or alignment
LDT : low, LDI : normal
error.
Laser is not emitted or very weak. Safety protect by sample room door
LDT : low, LDI : low opening, safety sensor on the sample room door is mismatch, exhaust
laser lifetime or broken.
Shielding object on the laser path is exist like a circuit tube, or detector
LEDT : low, LEDI : normal
error.
LED is not emitted or very weak. Safety protect by sample room door
LEDT : low, LEDI : low opening, safety sensor on the sample room door is mismatch, exhaust
LED lifetime or broken.
Upper limit and lower limit for each detector is saved in Blank_CL_Wet.csv (wet
measurement) and Blank_CL_Dry.csv (dry unit measurement) at the following directly,
C:Programfiles¥horiba¥LA950J¥LAAcquisition¥Settingfiles¥Equipmentvalidation¥Blankcheck
Normally, these files are not needed to be modified. But if you want to change the tolerant
range, edit the data by Excel and overwrite files.
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2.10.6 Detector Check

Detector check function is used for checking semantics of each detector channels, signal
wiring, electric board and software, by comparing output value form each detector with
standard value.
How to use detector check function

Activate the data of standard, and click "detector check" on the instrument check in the
extension
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% particle size table:

In upper table, results of 10%dia., 50%dia. (medium size), 90%dia, standard value, upper limit
of error, lower limit of error, and validation result is shown.
Monodisperse material like PSL sample has only average particle size data, so that validation
results are not displayed.
Scattered light intensity graph:

Measured scattering light intensity for each detector is displayed. Blue line indicates scattering
light intensity, pink line indicates standard scattering light intensity and two red lines indicate
upper and lower limit of the tolerance range, respectively.
Measured scattering light intensity should be between red lines, and then validation is
completed. Total channel number of detector is 87 channels for wet analysis and 78 channels
for dry analysis. In this graph, intensity of detector channels where gives efficient scattering
light intensity angle is displayed. You have to measure hundred micron sample to check low
angle detector response, and also you have to measure small size particle size sample to
check high angle detector response.
Hence, to check all the detector, you have to measure several kinds of samples including big
and small particle size.
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Table*** shows standard measurement condition for initial calibration data using standard
samples before shipping.
Table 1 Standard measurement condition

Stirrer circulation cell type transmittance
LED 90 ± 1%
100 nm 1 1 flow cell LED 80 ± 1%
LED 70 ± 1%
1 μm 1 1 flow cell Laser 90 ± 1%
　● Scattering light intensity table

In the table, numerical data of scattered intensity, standard, upper limit and lower limit of
tolerance range (%), error form standard, and validation result is shown. The validation is
performed for the detectors at the effective angle range, intensity data from the other
detectors are not used, and displayed as "---". Because it is very difficult to perform a reliable
validation with low signals at the non-effective angle detectors.
The validation is performed for the every detector. If the validation result is OK for all the
detector and the results of 10%, 50%, and 90% of diameter are within tolerance, total
validation result is OK.
Print
Click print command, then the validation result is printed.
Save
Click save command, then the result of detector check is saved as csv file.
　● response to the “NG“

In the case of "NG", check coping processes shown as bellow.
Case Response
Both intensity pattern of pink and blue
Concentration of sample is too high. Try again with appropriate
are same, but blue line is higher than
concentration with checking transmittance monitor.
pink line for all channels.
Concentration of sample is too low. Try again with appropriate
Both intensity pattern of pink and blue
concentration with checking transmittance monitor. Check for
are same, but blue line is lower than
remain of the sample at the bottom of the sample bottle, on the
pink line for all channels.
sample bath slot and so on.
It is possible that dispersion is not enough, especially using of
smaller than 10 μm size. Adjust ultrasonic level. Observed
particle size is larger than standard of the specimen, it is
considered that low dispersion is caused by ultrasonic probe
Intensity pattern of pink and blue is
slightly different, and both lines are out failure. Call service engineer. In the case of over than 100 μm
particle, segregation can be considered in flow circuit, and it is
of red lines.
possible that large sample does not go in cycle.
And check for remain of the sample at the bottom of the sample
bottle, or absorption of moister causes same phenomena. Check
expiration date for use of the specimen.
Blue line is partially out of red line, and
It is possible to detector error, electric circuit break, or electric
extremely low or high value like a spike
base error. Call service engineer and repair.
is exist.
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2.11 Sampler menu (Option)

This menu is designed for the auto sampler LY-9507 and the slurry sampler LY-9506.
The Scheduler program is designed to automate and simplify sample analysis by executing a
pre defined series of steps using the slurry sampler.
Each sample in the Auto Scheduler has a conditions file and a method file or a sequence file
attached to it. The conditions file contains the measure and display conditions that should be
used during the analysis. The method file contains various execution steps and delays that
should be applied during analysis. A special sequence file can also be used in place of the
method file. By using various combinations of these two file types an extensive list of
variations in sample analysis, including kinetic studies are possible.
2.11.1 Scheduler window
Pull-down Menus
The software contains the following pull-down menus labeled "File", "Edit", "Setup" and
"summary" Each one of these menus contain various selections which are described below.
● File Menu
The "File" menu contains the following items.
　● Open：
The "Open" menu is used to access schedules saved on disk. This menu item will display
standard file open dialog box with a listing of schedules saved on disk. You can then select
and open one of these previously saved schedules for execution.
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　● Save As：
The "Save As" menu is used to enter a filename and store the current schedule on disk. This
menu item will display a standard file save dialog box. You can then enter a filename and
press OK to save the schedule.
Note
If you exit the scheduler window during editing the schedule, the current schedule on disk will not be saved.
　● Print ：
The "Print" menu item will produce a printout of the current schedule. The print-out will only
contain the first four columns of data, in order to fit the information on a single page.
　● Exit：
The "Exit" menu should be used to quit the program. Save the schedule before quitting the
program in case that you will use the current schedule in the next measurement.
● Edit Menu
The "Edit" menu provides editing functions for the activity table as described below.
　● Insert：
The "Insert" menu item will insert one or more blank rows. In order to use this function you
must first highlight one or more rows by clicking on the starting row number and dragging the
mouse to the ending row. Then when the insert menu item is selected the program will prompt
you asking if blank rows should be inserted. Press the Yes button to insert blank rows. Note
that as the total number of rows available is limited to maximum slurry sampler positions,
when one or more rows are inserted, you would lose the corresponding amount of rows from
the bottom of the list.
　● Delete：
The "Delete" menu item will delete one or more rows. In order to use this function you must
first highlight one or more rows by clicking on the starting row number and dragging the
mouse to the ending row. Then when the delete menu item is selected the program will prompt
you asking if the selected rows should be deleted. Press the Yes button to proceed with the
delete operation. Note that when one or more rows are deleted, a corresponding amount of
blank rows will be added to the bottom of the list.
　● Clear:
The "Clear" menu item will delete all data on the activity table, after prompting for a
confirmation.
　● Fill-Down:
The "Fill-Down" function will copy data located in the top row of cells to the cells selected
beneath it. In order to use the fill-down function you must select one or more columns and two
or more rows. This function work in the same manner as the fill-down function available on
spreadsheet programs.
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　● Fill-Columns:
The "Fill-Columns" function provides quick entry of data especially when the same data is to
be entered on multiple rows with only a variation of the ending number or letter. This function
has many selections and as such is has a dialog box for the selections.
Fig. 25 Fill Columns Dialog Box
Filling Columns - Required Steps.

1. Select the column you wish to fill from the list box. For example if you wish to fill the
"Lot Number" column with select Lot Number from the list box.
2. Type the required text into the edit box labeled "Fill With:".
3. If you would like to attach a sequence number or a letter, click the "Add Sequence
Number" check box or the "Add Sequence Letter" check box.
4. Change "Starting Value" and "Increment" as necessary if you are adding a number. If
a sequence letter is added change the starting letter if necessary.
5. If only a limited number of rows are filled change the starting and ending row
numbers.
6. Press the OK button to fill the column.
● Setting Menu
The "Edit" menu provides editing functions for the activity table as described below.
　● Method Files：
Method files are created in the Scheduler. To create a method file press the right mouse
button on the method column (any row number) to display a method dialog box as shown
below.
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Select "From Reservoir" if an auto reservoir or an auto fill option is available
and feed is to be from that device. Otherwise check "Prompt User" to have the
Dispersant
program prompt the user when dispersant is required. Check "Do not Add", if a
sample is already in the system from a previous run.
Select a delay period that should occur before blanking. It is recommended
that you wait a few seconds before blanking to let the dispersant flow through
Blanking
the system and de-bubbling to take place. Check the "Blank Measurement"
box to perform a blank.
Select "From Auto Sampler" if an auto sampler is available and samples are
added from that device. Otherwise check "Prompt User" to have the program
Add Sample
prompt the user when a sample is required. Check "Skip this Step", if a sample
is already in the system from a previous run.
Select a delay period that should occur before measurement. Also select the
Measurement
number of runs and post measurement delay if required.
Check the Drain and Rinse check boxes if these steps are required after
Draining & Rinsing
measurement.
Select the appropriate button to indicate the source of rinsing solution. (Will
Rinse Fluid
only apply if rinsing is selected. See section above.)
Used for slurry sampler to set the sample feeding time, sample delivery time,
Slurry sampler
stirrer time.
To save the method on disk press the "Save As" button After making the appropriate
selections. The "Save" button will also be available if you are making changes to an existing
method file and would like to save the changes in the same file.
　● Concentration Adjustment：
This is an alternate concentration adjustment screen that can be used in place of the auto
concentration adjustment in the method dialog box. The values in this dialog box apply to all
samples. If you are using this concentration adjustment screen, you should not use the auto
concentration adjustment setting in the method dialog box.

User T% From Select a light souse for auto adjust sample concentration.
Minimum Feed Set the maximum feeding time.
Maximum Feed Set the minimum feeding time.
Required T% Required value of transmission.
T% Plus/Minus Set a tolerance to the transmission for concentration adjustment.
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Set a waiting time for concentration adjustment. Be sure to set Conc delay
Conc Delay
because it takes a considerable time for all of the sample to circulate.
Add Sample Times Set the maximum time of feeding sample when the concentration is dilute.
　● Slurry sampler：
Used for setting and calibration of the slurry sampler. This command is locked by password.
Only service engineer is available.
● Default Files
The default files section contains two dropdown list boxes, which display the available
condition and method/Sequence files. Default files are designed to provide a fast method of
assigning conditions and method/sequence files for sample analysis. For samples that require
a different conditions or method/sequence file, they can be assigned on an individual basis in
the activity table.
　● Conditions Files：
Conditions files are created by editing the condition settings and then saving the settings with
a filename. In order to use the Scheduler program one or more condition files must be saved.
Please refer to the section on conditions files for a detailed explanation.
　● Method/Sequence Dialog Box：
Select a method file.
　● Layout file:
Layout files are created by print template dialog and then saving the setting with a file name.
　● Activity Table:
The activity table list all scheduled activities in the order that they should be executed. This
table contains 15, 30 or 60 rows (depending on the slurry sampler configuration) and 18
columns. Generally only the first 5 columns of this table is visible. 24 rows are appeared for
slurry sampler.
This column contains the first sample identification field. This column must be
filled in order for execution to take place. If you wish to enter additional
Sample name
identification information press the right mouse button on the appropriate row
and a dialog box will be available with all of the identification fields.
This column contains the position of the sample container that should be used
Position for analysis. Locate the sample container’s position on the slurry sampler and
enter the value in this column.
In case that the sequence containing a method or data save command is
File Name entered in the Method/Sequence dialog box, an active data is saved with a file
name which is entered in this row.
The conditions column contains the conditions file name that is used for
sample analysis. This column is filled automatically when a default conditions
Conditions file is selected. If you wish to change the conditions file for a given row, double
click the mouse on the appropriate row for a condition files list box and select a
different conditions file.
The method column contains the method file name that is used for sample
analysis. This column is filled automatically when a default method file is
Method/ Sequence
selected. If you wish to change the method file for a given row, double click the
mouse on the appropriate row for a selection of available method files.
These columns contain the remaining sample identification fields. Use the
Columns 6 and above
scroll bar to view these columns.
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　● Execute Button
Once the sample for analysis is listed in the table, press the Execute button to start the
Scheduler. Samples are executed in the order they are listed in the table starting with sample
on row # 1. Once a row is successfully executed, it will be removed from the table and the
current status will be updated showing the execution of that sample. The table will then scroll
up all other samples and row # 1 on the table will now contain the next sample ready for
execution.
When the program is in the execution cycle, the "Execute" button will be replaced with the
"Pause" button.
　● Pause Button:
Whenever the program is in the execution cycle, the Pause button is displayed, in order to
stop the Scheduler from executing the next event. If you need to cancel the current sample in
analysis, you will need to press the STOP button in the measure software.
2.11.2 Sampler option

Recognize the equipped options to LA-950/950V2. "No sampler" is selected as default.
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2.12 Help Menu

2.12.1 About command
Displays the version of this software.
2.12.2 System Information command

Displays information about the parts used for the LA-950/950V2 hardware.
2.12.3 Help command

Displays the online manual.
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3 Administration
This function is used for the administrator to set the range of functions that an LA-950/950V2
user can use. When this function is ON, a user has to enter a password when the LA-950/
950V2 program starts and can use only the functions set by the administrator.
Note
21CFR Part11-compatible software has different administration specifications. If you use 21CFR Part11-
compatible software, see the instruction manual for 21CFR Part11-compatible software instead of this
chapter.
To start up the administration, finish the LA-950/950V2 software and then double-click the
[Administration] icon in the LA-950 folder on the Desktop.
3.1 User Level Classification
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● Enforce User Level Classification

Selecting the [Enforce User Level Classification] check box enables Security functions.
Clearing this check box disables Security functions.
If you exit the Administration software with this check box selected, you will be prompted to
type your password when this software is started the next time. The default login name and
password are set to "Administrator".
Setting each application mode

Clicking [Setting of each application mode] displays the following window:
You can set whether or not to operate the security mode separately for the Wet (wet
measurement) software and the Dry (dry measurement) software.
Note
You cannot use the security function (login) for only Wet mode or only Dry mode. For password
administration, you must enter your password when using Wet mode and Dry mode.
● Administrating user levels with passwords

If the [Enforce User Level Classification] check box is selected, you are prompted to type your
password when the measurement program is started. After setting your password, you can
set the details of the password administration method.
• Maximum password age
Type a value from 0 to 90. To set this item to "infinite", type 0 (days).
• Minimum password age
Type a value from 0 to 90. To not use this setting, type 0 (days).
• Prompt user to change password before expiration
Type a value from 0 to 90. To not use this setting, type 0 (days).
• Minimum password length
Type a value from 0 to 10 (characters).
• Account lockout threshold
Type a value from 0 to 10. To not use this setting, type 0 (times).
• Account lockout duration
Type a value from 0 to 60 (minutes).
• History number of password
Type a value from 0 to 10 (Passwords).
● Option mode setting
Select "Research and Development Mode"/ "Quality Control Mode". This setting is not depend
on user level
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3.2 Group Manager

Register a group to specify the rights of the users belonging to the group.
1. Click the right mouse button in the [Group] window and then click [Add].
2. Type a group name and then click [OK].
You can register up to 12 groups.
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● Editing display limitations

1. Click [Widget Level Edit] from the [Administration] window.
The following dialog box appears.
Select a group for which you want to set user rights from the [Group] pull-down menu.
For Administration, click [Limitation] and set the functions available to the users in the
selected group. For LA Application (main program), click [LA Limitation] and set the
functions available to users in the selected group.
2. Click [Limitation] in [Administration].

Selecting the check box of the program enables the members of this group to use the
program. Clearing the check box prevents access by the users.
3. Click [OK] to return to the [Widget Level Edit] dialog box.
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4. From the [Device] pull-down menu of [LA Application], select the application you
want to display and click [LA Limitation].
For each of the following four items, specify the functions the users of this group can
operate:
Item Function
Common Specifies whether to enable or disable each menu of the measurement
operation program and commands in each menu.
Setting File
Specifies whether to enable or disable Setting File operation.
operation
Measurement Specifies whether to enable or disable each button in the Measurement
operation window.
Condition Specifies whether to enable or disable condition settings (measurement
operation condition, system condition, calculation condition, sample information).
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　● Common operation
Clearing the [ALL] check box disables common operation (all menu operations other than
condition setting).
From the pull-down menu, select the items that you want to enable or disable.
• Clearing the [List Item] check box disables all the items bellow.
• If the [List Item] check box is selected, only the items whose check boxes are selected are
enabled.
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　● File operation
Clearing the [ALL] check box disables file operation.

From the pull-down menu, select the items that you want to enable or disable.
• Clearing the [List Item] check box disables all the items bellow.
enabled.
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　● Measurement operation
Set whether to enable or disable each button in the [Measurement] window.
• Clearing the [List Item] check box disables all the buttons in the [Measurement] window.
enabled.
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　● Condition operation
Specify whether to enable or disable each condition operation (measurement condition,

system condition, calculation condition, sample information).
Clearing the [ALL] check box disables all condition operations.

From the pull-down menu, select the condition (measurement condition, system condition,
calculation condition, sample information) that you want to enable or disable.
• Clearing the [List Item] check box disables all the items meeting the selected condition.
enabled.
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3.2.1 Registering users

1. Click the right mouse button in the [User] window and then click [Add].
2. Type a user name, password, and full user name.
Note
• You can register the user name only once.
• You cannot use a user name consisting of only numeric characters.
• You cannot use a password consisting of only numeric characters.
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3. Clicking [Data File Setting] displays the following window:
Specify folders that this user accesses for LA-950Wet and LA-950Dry. To change the folder,
click the [Change] button to select the path.
SelectMode :
If [Fix Path] is selected, this user always accesses the folder set above.
If [Latest Path] is selected, this user accesses the last accessed folder.
4. Specify the name of the group to which this user belongs.

Drag and drop this user into a group to which it belongs.
You can also assign one user to several groups.
In this case, the user can use any functions that are permitted based on the group he
belongs to.
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● User property
1. In the [User] window, double-click or right-click a user name to select [Property].
2. The following [User Property] window appears:
From this window, you can set the properties for this user.
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3. Clicking [Data File Setting] displays the following window:
Specify folders that this user accesses for LA-950Wet and LA-950Dry. To change the folder,
click the [Change] button to select the path.
SelectMode :
If [Fix Path] is selected, this user always accesses the folder set above.
If [Latest Path] is selected, this user accesses the last accessed folder.
4. Specify the name of the group to which this user belongs.

Drag and drop this user into a group to which it belongs.
You can also assign one user to several groups.
In this case, the user can use any functions that are permitted based on the group he
belongs to.
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■ Warranty and Responsibility

DANGER Laser radiation when open.

● Information on Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment

Contact your supplier for information on applicable disposal methods.

● Meaning of warning messages

This indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

This indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may

Description of what should be done, or what should be followed

Description of what should never be done, or what is prohibited

LA-950/950V2 weighs approx. 56 kg.

Caution on organic solvents

■ Confirm the power supply voltage

Provides reference information useful for equipment handling.

● Online help (this help information)

● LY-9505 Dry Feeder Unit Instruction Manual (option)

1 Basic Screen Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1.2 Measurement Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

1.4 Data Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

2.2 View Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

2.3 Graph Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

2.4 Display Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

2.5 Conditions Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

2.6 Navigator Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

2.7 File List Utility Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

2.8 Exporting Measurement Results (Data Conversion) . . . . . . . . . . 70

2.9 Option Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

2.10 Extension Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

2.11 Sampler menu (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

2.12 Help Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

1 Basic Screen Function

The following shows the basic screen layout.

Fig. 1 Measurement Screen

1.1.1 Menus and toolbar

1. File View Displays the files stored in the specified folder.

1.2 Measurement Screen

Fig. 2 Measurement Screen

The red bar shows the transmittance of the laser beam.

● Switching the graph type

● Setting the circulation, agitation, and ultrasonic

Specify the speed of the circulation pump. (1 to 15)

Turns the circulation ON/OFF.

Specify the power of the ultrasonic application. (1 to 7)

Ultrasonic Specify the duration of the ultrasonic application. (1 minute to 30 minutes, or 1

Turns the ultrasonic ON/OFF.

Specify the agitation speed. (1 to 15)

Select [Intermittent] to perform agitation intermittently

● Measurement command buttons

Scattered light Simplified particle size

1.3 Measurement Result Screen

Legend for graph

This screen displays measurement data.

1.3.1 Distribution Graph tab

Fig. 3 [Graph Setting] dialog box

● When the cursor is active

Setting the pointer color

Fig. 5 [Pointer] dialog box

● When the legend for the graph is active

● When the axis is active

Fig. 6 [Scale Setting] dialog box

• [Grid Setting] tab

Fig. 7 Status Bar

DANGER　　　　 Laser radiation when open.

　● When the cursor is active

　● When the axis is active

　● Pasting data to other application software:

　● Best Fit Column:

　● Advanced function layout