Mirolux 12: Instruction Manual
Mirolux 12: Instruction Manual
Mirolux 12: Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Direct measurement in millicandelas/M /LX Figure 1
• Measurement on dry surfaces in daylight or 2. Place the Mirolux 12 on a flat, dry, clean
darkness surface in the vicinity of the road marking test
area.
• Portable
3. Allow one to three minutes to allow the
• Durable self-contained construction electronics to stabilize.
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back to the right to lock the dials. The 11. Turn the unit 180 degrees and check the
numbers on the dials themselves are reading on the black side of the test panel. The
primarily for factory calibration purposes. If reading should be minus fifteen (-15) to plus
the dial readings ever approach 100 or 900 fifteen (15). Readings outside this range
while performing normal calibration, the indicate cleaning and factory recalibration of the
machine may soon require factory cleaning machine may be necessary. Please call the
and recalibration. At these extremes, little factory if you experience this condition.
calibration adjustment remains.
12. Carefully place unit on area to be tested,
5. After thirty seconds to three minutes, the digital ensuring it is stable. Place the Mirolux 12
display should remain at zero. If necessary, lengthwise on the stripe to be measured.
readjust Zero Adjust Knob to obtain zero on the
display. 13. Pull Calibration Plate Control out and allow the
reading to stabilize.
6. With Digital Display at “000”, turn on the lamp
(Fig. 2). 14. When the display stabilizes, record the reading.
Battery
Lamp
On/Off The 10 cell Ni-Cad battery is located behind the
Switch Battery Access Panel (Fig. 3).
7. To assure an accurate check of the internal Open the panel and carefully disconnect the
calibration, push and pull on the Calibration battery’s socket from the Mirolux 12. Unscrew two
Plate Control (Fig. 1) two times and leave black knobs and remove the hold-down plate. Pull
pushed in. on leather strap to free battery and remove. Note:
Do not pull on wires.
8. Unlock Calibration Knob and adjust until Digital
Display matches the factory set Calibration
Value recorded next to the display (Fig. 2).
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To Install Battery Charging Jack can be converted to an Auxiliary
Power Jack.
Slide the new battery pack onto two mounting posts,
place leather strap across the battery and install the Operating Tips
hold-down plate with two black knobs. Attach the
electrical socket securely and close the access • For best results, store and operate your Mirolux
panel. Note: When the battery output is below 12 between 40ºF and 100ºF. Avoid excessive
11.5v (115 on display), it should be removed and temperatures, including the trunk of a car.
recharged.
• When removing battery, be careful not to pull on
Recharging Battery the wires. When replacing the battery into the
Mirolux 12, be sure its electrical socket is fully
Every two to three weeks the battery should be seated.
discharged in the unit by turning on the power
supply and lamp until the voltage reading is below • Place the Mirolux 12 squarely on surface to be
10.0v (100 on the display. Remember to press the tested. Clear the area of all debris (stones,
Battery Test Button in Figure 2 when checking the gravel, etc.).
voltage). This could take up to four hours depending
on the battery’s state of charge. This procedure will • When taking a reading, the Mirolux 12 should be
ensure that the Ni-Cad batteries do not develop a oriented to face the same direction as the flow of
memory that will reduce their capacity. traffic.
To charge the batteries, remove them from the • The Mirolux 12 can provide accurate readings
instrument. Insert the battery charger’s plug into the only on sound pavement. Attempting to obtain
battery, then plug the charger into a 110 volt AC wall readings on striping that has been applied to
outlet. The chargers that are supplied require 8-10 pavement with large cracks, depressions, holes,
hours to fully charge the batteries. or heaving will produce values that are
inconsistent with the remainder of the area being
Note: For each hour the batteries are used they tested. Readings should not be attempted on a
should be charged for two hours. The batteries section of pavement displaying the above
cannot be overcharged. Fully charged batteries conditions. Move to a nearby area of pavement
should operate the Mirolux 12 for 3-4 hours that is flat and level.
depending on conditions.
• Variability of Readings
Auxiliary Power Jack
• The type of glass spheres, their position,
All Mirolux 12 retroreflectometers shipped beginning and the quantity applied to the marking
with serial number 570 are equipped with an material will affect readings produced by the
Auxiliary Power Jack on the back panel (Fig. 1). Mirolux 12.
Instead of being powered by the supplied battery
packs, the Mirolux 12 can be powered by any 12 volt
• The type and quantity of pigment, and the
DC source including a car battery, or 110 volt AC
presence of dirt, dust, water, wear, etc. on
household current that has first passed through an
the tested surface will affect the readings.
optional inverter (never attempt to directly attach the
Mirolux 12 to 110 volt AC current). Mirolux
• Due to its high sensitivity, very slight
Products, Inc. can supply an optional 25-foot long
changes in the position of the Mirolux 12 on
cord to plug the unit into a vehicle’s cigarette lighter.
the traffic marking may produce different
readings.
When using the Auxiliary Power Jack, the Power
On/Off Switch should be left in the “OFF” position.
Upon insertion of the plug from the power source, • The Calibration Plate Control should be left in
the Mirolux 12 will automatically turn on. However, the “out” position only when taking readings.
the lamp will still have to be turned on manually. Keeping it pushed in will help seal the sensitive
area surrounding the photoreceptors from dust.
Note: Earlier machines that have a charging jack in
this position can be returned to the factory where the • Avoid moisture and dampness.
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Operating Tips, continued Refurbishing Service
• Attempt to keep the digital display out of direct New replacement items are available to update the
sunlight. appearance of a Mirolux 12 and make an older unit
look like new.
• Once calibrated and warmed up, leave the lamp
on. It should be turned off only when • New cover, battery access panel, handle,
measurements have been completed. aluminum carrying case, carrying case foam
rubber
• Store the calibration test panel carefully in the
carrying case. If it should become dirty, the Accessories
white surface may be cleaned with glass cleaner
and wiped dry with a lint free cloth. • Extra Battery Chargers
• Extra Battery Packs
Maintenance • Test Panels
• Foam Rubber Bottom Seal Replacement Kits
The instrument does not require special • 25 foot auxiliary power cords
maintenance. The optics are protected against dirt • 110 volt AC to 12 volt DC inverters
and dust. It is recommended that the outside cover • Decal Kits
be cleaned with a damp rag and a non-abrasive mild • Sunshields
household cleaner. Avoid allowing water to enter
the unit. Specifications of the Mirolux 12
CAUTION: The optics housing should not be Readout 3 Digit Digital Display
opened under any circumstances. The internal
geometry has been precisely set at the factory and Light Source 12 volt, 12 watt Halogen
disturbance of the hardware could alter the lamp
geometry and negate any guarantee of proper
operation. If altered, the internal geometry can only Standard Calibration Internal/External
be adjusted in the factory.
Controls For: Power On/Off, Lamp
LAMP: The lamp is the heart of the optical system. On/Off,
The lamp must be precisely positioned in its socket Zero Adjustment,
to guarantee optimum illumination. If the filament of Calibration Adjustment,
the lamp is not in the precise position, the Battery Check
illumination will be degraded and readings will be
inaccurate. The lamp glass should not be touched. Power Requirements 12 volt DC
If the lamp is handled, it must be cleaned thoroughly
with alcohol. Dimensions 8 in. long, 6 in. wide,
9 in. high, (455 x 152 x
Technical Support and Service 229 mm)
As a family owned and operated business, it’s Weight 14 lbs. (6½ kg)
important that our customers remain satisfied with With carrying case 35 lbs. (16 kg)
their Mirolux 12. Mirolux Products, Inc. offers
technical support via telephone, fax, and E-mail. In Made in USA
addition, factory service is available with a five to
seven day turnaround time depending on the Measuring Geometry
production schedule. Rush repairs along with
overnight delivery are available, but the factory must Illumination Angle 86½º
be consulted to discuss options. Observation Angle 1½º
Illuminated Opening 90 x 165 mm
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