LT-LT-: Satellite Tracer

Satellite Tracer
LT-980
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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NIDEK CO., LTD. : 34-14, Maehama, Hiroishi-cho, Gamagori, Aichi 443-0038, Japan
(Manufacturer) Telephone: +81-533-67-6611
Facsimile: +81-533-67-6610
NIDEK CO., LTD. : 3F Sumitomo Fudosan Hongo Bldg., 3-22-5, Hongo,
(Tokyo Office) Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
Telephone: +81-3-5844-2641
Facsimile: +81-3-5844-2642
NIDEK INCORPORATED : 47651 Westinghouse Drive, Fremont, California 94539, U. S. A.
(United States Agent) Telephone: +1-510-226-5700
Facsimile: +1-510-226-5750
NIDEK S.A. : Europarc 13, rue Auguste Perret, 94042 Créteil, France
(EU Authorized Representative) Telephone: +33-1-49 80 97 97
Facsimile: +33-1-49 80 32 08
October 2012
44801-P902A
Printed in Japan

Before Use
This OPERATOR’S MANUAL contains information necessary for

the operation of the NIDEK Satellite Tracer Model LT-980.
This manual includes operating procedures, safety precautions,
specifications, and information about accessories and mainte-
nance. This manual is necessary for proper use. Especially, the
safety precautions and operating procedures must be thoroughly
understood prior to the operation of the instrument.
Keep this manual handy for reference.
If you encounter any problems or have questions about the instru-
ment, please contact NIDEK or your authorized distributor.
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Table of Contents
1. CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 For Safe Use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1
1.2 Safety Precautions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1
1.3 Usage Precautions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2
2. INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1 Outline of the Instrument - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -8
2.2 Configuration - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -9
2.3 Labels and Symbols - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
2.4 Packed Contents - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
2.5 Before First Use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14
2.6 Removing and Storing Accessories - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17
2.7 Storing and Handling the Pattern Setting Unit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
2.7.1 Removing and storing the pattern setting unit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
2.7.2 Handling the pattern setting unit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19
2.7.3 Setting the pattern setting unit to the tracer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22
2.8 Setting the Standard Frame to the Tracer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 23
2.9 Handling the Standard Pattern - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 24
2.10 Tracer Calibration - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 25
2.11 Installing the USB Driver - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 28
2.11.1 For Windows XP - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 28
2.11.2 For Windows Vista - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 32
2.11.3 For Windows 7 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 34
2.12 Connection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 36
2.12.1 STD connection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 36
2.12.2 VCA connection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 37
2.12.3 NIDEK LAN connection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 38
3. OPERATING PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
3.1 Operation Flow - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 40
3.2 Startup and Shutdown - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 41
3.2.1 Startup - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 41
3.2.2 Shutdown - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 41
3.3 Tracing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 42
3.3.1 Frame tracing (both eyes, single eye) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 43
3.3.2 Semiauto tracing (both eyes, single eye) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 45
3.3.3 Goggle type frame tracing- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 47
3.3.4 Pattern tracing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 49
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3.3.5 Demo lens tracing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 50
3.3.6 Stopping tracing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 51
3.4 After use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 52
3.5 Daily Checks - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 53
4. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
4.1 Troubleshooting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 55
4.2 Replacing Fuses - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 56
4.3 Cleaning - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 57
4.4 List of Consumables - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 57
5. SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

5.1 Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 59
5.2 Accessories - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 61
5.2.1 Standard accessories - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 61
5.2.2 Optional accessories - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 62
6. INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
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1 CAUTIONS
1.1 For Safe Use
BEFORE USE, READ THIS MANUAL.

Operation and maintenance of the instrument are under the administrative
responsibility of the user.
The cautions for safety and operating procedures must be thoroughly understood before
using the instrument.
Keep this manual handy for reference.
1.2 Safety Precautions
In this manual, a signal word is used to designate the degree or level of safety alert-
ing. The definition is as follows.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate
injury or property damage accident.
Even situations that are labeled CAUTION might result in serious injury under certain
conditions. Safety precautions must be followed strictly at all times.
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CAUTIONS: Usage Precautions
1.3 Usage Precautions
Before use
CAUTION
• Do not use the instrument for any purposes other than the intended purpose.
NIDEK is not responsible for accidents or malfunctions caused by misuse.
For the intended purpose of the instrument, see “2.1 Outline of the Instrument” (page 8).
• Only personnel authorized by NIDEK or a NIDEK distributor are allowed to install the instrument.
• Install the instrument in an environment that meets the following conditions. The following conditions
must be maintained during use.
• Use conditions
Temperature: 5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F)
Humidity: 30 to 80% (5 to 31°C)(41 to 87.8°F) The minimum acceptable relative humidity is 30%. The
maximum acceptable relative humidity is 80% for temperatures up to 31°C (87.8°F) which decreases
linearly to 50% at 40°C (104°F).
Altitude: Up to 2,000 m
Installation location: Interior (with low dust and free from smoke, vibration, and impact)
• Be sure to wear protective gloves when using a utility knife during unpacking.
Contact by bare hands with a utility knife or sharp edge of cardboard may result in injury.
• Install the instrument on a table with a height and depth that allows comfortable operation.
Continued use in an awkward posture may result in backache.
• Avoid storing the instrument where it is exposed to rain or water, or toxic gas or liquid is present.
Corrosion or malfunction may occur.
• Hold the unit by the base with both hands when moving the instrument.
Failure to do so may cause the instrument to drop resulting in injury or malfunction.
• Before connecting the cable, turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord from the wall
outlet.
Electric shock or malfunction may result.
• Do not use the power cord other than those supplied. Also do not connect the supplied cord to any
other instrument.
Malfunction or fire may result.
• Do not overload the electrical outlet.
A multi-outlet supplying power to too many instruments may become overheated and cause fire.
• Install the instrument in area where the outlet that the power plug is inserted into is easily accessible
during use. In addition, ensure that the power cord can be disconnected without the use of any tool.
Otherwise, it may interfere with disconnecting of the power from the input power source in case of
abnormality.
• Be sure to use a wall outlet which meets the power specification requirements.
If the line voltage is too high or too low, the instrument may not perform properly. Malfunction or fire
may result.
• Completely insert the power plug into a grounded outlet as far as the prongs will go.
Electric shock or fire may result in the event of malfunction or power leakage.
• Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.
The damaged power cord may cause fire or electric shock.
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During use
CAUTION
• Only personnel authorized by NIDEK or a NIDEK distributor are allowed to disassemble or touch the
interior of the instrument.
Electric shock or malfunction may result.
• In the event of smoke or strange odors, immediately turn off the instrument and disconnect the
power plug from the wall outlet. Once it is confirmed that the smoke has stopped, contact NIDEK or
your authorized distributor. 1
Usage of the instrument under such abnormal conditions may cause fire or electric shock. In case of
fire, use a dry chemical (ABC) extinguisher to extinguish the fire.
• Immediately replace the power cord if the internal wires are exposed, power is intermittent when the
power cord is moved, or the cord and/or plug are hot to the touch.
This may result in electric shock or fire.
After use
CAUTION
• Do not pull the power cord to disconnect it from the wall outlet. Always hold it by the plug.
This can damage the metal core of the cord and may result in fire, short circuit or electric shock.
• Occasionally clean the prongs of the power plug with a dry cloth.
If dust settles between the prongs, the dust will collect moisture, and short circuit or fire may occur.
• If the instrument is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
Fire may result.
• Maintain the surrounding temperature and humidity at the following ranges during transport and
storage of the instrument.
Environmental conditions
Temperature: −20 to 70°C (−13 to 158°F)
Humidity: 10 to 85% (Non-condensing)
Transport handling: Prevent leakage, keep right side up, and handle with care. Only stack up to the
specified number of units.
• When transporting the instrument, use the special packing materials to protect the instrument from
shock or impact. Excessive vibration or impact to the instrument may cause malfunction.
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Maintenance
CAUTION
• Be sure to check before use and after use. It is recommended to have regular maintenance checks
every two years.
Regular checks must be performed by qualified personnel. Ask NIDEK or your authorized distributor
for details.
• When performing maintenance work, secure a sufficient maintenance space.
Maintenance work in an insufficient space may result in injury.
Operating area and maintenance work area
About 500 mm
[Maintenance work
area]
About 500 mm About 500 mm

About 500 mm
[Operating area]
About 1000 mm
• Use the specified fuses to replace the old ones.

Use of any fuses other than those specified may result in fire.
• Before fuse replacement, turn off the instrument and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
Electric shock may result.
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Disposal
CAUTION
• Follow the local ordinances and recycling regulations regarding disposal or recycling of the compo-
nents.
It is recommended to commission the disposal to a designated industrial waste disposal contractor.
Inappropriate disposal may contaminate the environment.
• When disposing of packing materials, sort them by material and follow local ordinances and recy-
cling regulations. 1
Inappropriate disposal may contaminate the environment.
Other cautions
• Connect the cable to the RS-232C connector or USB connector securely, maintaining the correct
orientation of the cable connector. Data transmission is not performed properly.
• Be sure not to apply excessive pressure to the stylus of the tracer. The stylus is easy to bend or
break.
• When the instrument is not in use, turn off the power switch and put the dust cover on.
If dust accumulates, it may affect the measurement accuracy or result malfunction.
• Never use organic solvents such as a paint thinner to clean the exterior of the instrument. It may ruin
the surface of the instrument.
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2 INTRODUCTION
Quick Task Index
A 2
Attaching a demo lens to the pattern setting unit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 20
Attaching a pattern to the pattern setting unit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19
Attaching the standard pattern to the pattern setting unit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 24
C
Calibrating the tracer using the standard frame - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 25
Calibrating the tracer using the standard pattern - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 26
Connecting the LT-980 and server PC over a NIDEK LAN - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 38
Connecting the LT-980 and server PC using the STD communication - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 36
Connecting the LT-980 and server PC using the VCA format communication - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 37
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Installing the USB driver for Windows 7 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 34
Installing the USB driver for Windows Vista - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 32
Installing the USB driver for Windows XP - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 28
R
Removing and storing accessories - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17
S
Setting the pattern setting unit to the tracer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22
Setting the standard frame to the tracer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 23
Storing the pattern setting unit in the tracer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
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INTRODUCTION: Outline of the Instrument
2.1 Outline of the Instrument
The NIDEK Satellite Tracer Model LT-980 is a frame tracer which measures the shape*1 of spectacle
frames (hereafter referred to as frames).
It traces the shape of frames in three dimensions to measure the three-dimensional lens circumfer-
ence*2. In addition, measurement of patterns or demo lenses is available.
The instrument is very easy to use simply by setting frames or such and pressing a button.
This instrument can be connected to various kinds of lens edging equipment to comprise a lens pro-
cessing system.*3
• The references to right and left in this operator’s

manual are those viewed from the rear as
shown in the figure to the right. Right eye Rear
• When viewed from the rear, the right eye (R) (R)
and left eye (L) are oriented as shown in the fig-
ure to the right.
Front
Left eye (L)
*1. Shape refers to the outer circumference of spectacle lenses or the inner circumference of spectacle frame rims.
*2. Frame groove is taken to be the length of a single straight line.
*3. The LT-980 interface specifications must be compatible with the connecting systems.
• Standard specifications → Connecting to a personal computer or NIDEK’s grinding system
• LAB specifications → Connecting to a LAB system
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INTRODUCTION: Configuration
2.2 Configuration
[Top view]
Fuses
Standard frame
Standard pattern
4
1
Pattern setting unit
2
2 2
3 5
6
7 8
[Rear view]
Power switch
10
9 11
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1. Upper slider
Frames are fastened between the upper and lower sliders.
2. Rim clips
Hold the rims of frames. Two rim clips are provided for each upper and lower slider.
3. Lower slider
Frames are fastened between the upper and lower sliders.
4. Pattern setting unit support

Mounts the pattern setting unit set with a pattern or demo lens.
5. Stylus
Traces a frame groove to measure the shape of frames or pattern.
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INTRODUCTION: Configuration
6. Left-eye tracing button Left-eye tracing button
Starts left-eye tracing.
7. Both-eye tracing button Both-eye tracing button
Starts both-eye tracing.

Pressing this button during tracing stops tracing.
See “3.3.6 Stopping tracing” (page 51).
8. Right-eye tracing button Right-eye tracing button

Starts right-eye tracing.
9. Power inlet (fuse holder)

This is where the power cord is connected. A fuse holder is integrated here.
10. USB connector

This is where the USB cable is connected.
11. RS-232C connector

This is where the RS-232C cable is connected.
12. Barcode connector

This is where the barcode scanner (optional) is connected.
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INTRODUCTION: Labels and Symbols
2.3 Labels and Symbols
Cautionary labels are provided on the LT-980. If labels are curling up or characters fading and becom-
ing barely legible, contact NIDEK or your authorized distributor.
Indicates that caution must be taken. Refer to the operator's manual before use.
Indicates where hand or fingers may be caught.

2
Indicates the state of the power switch. If this symbol of the switch is pressed
down, power is not supplied to the instrument.
Indicates the state of the power switch. If this symbol of the switch is pressed
down, power is supplied to the instrument.
Indicates that the instrument must be supplied only with alternating current.
Indicates the fuse.
[Top view]
See “3.3 Tracing” (page 42).
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INTRODUCTION: Labels and Symbols
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[Rear view]
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For EU regions For other than EU regions
See “Maintenance” (page 4) and
“4.2 Replacing Fuses” (page 56).
CE marking
Indicates that the product conforms fully to the require-
ments of the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC). The
CE marking is placed only on the product for EU re-
gions.
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INTRODUCTION: Packed Contents
2.4 Packed Contents
Unpack the contents from the shipping carton and check them.
Part name Quantity Appearance
Fuse 2 units
Hexagonal wrench 1 unit
Stylus cover 1 unit
Standard pattern 1 unit

2
Pattern setting unit 1 unit
Standard frame 1 unit
Frame support attachment 2 units
USB driver CD for Windows 1 unit
RS-232C cable (3 m) 1 unit
USB cable (1 m) 1 unit
Power cord 1 set
Dust cover 1 unit
Operator’s manual 1 volume

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INTRODUCTION: Before First Use
2.5 Before First Use
Perform the following in preparation for first use of the LT-980.
1 Place the instrument on a stable table.
2 Remove the cushion fastening the upper and

lower sliders.
Cushion
3 Remove the bracket fastening the upper and 2 screws

lower sliders.
Unscrew the five fastening screws using the provided
hexagonal wrench to remove the bracket.
Bracket 3 screws
4 Attach the stylus cover.

1) Gently pull out the stylus by hand.
Stylus
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2) Attach the stylus cover by putting the tip of the

stylus pin through the hole in its center.
Stylus cover 2
3) The picture to the right shows the stylus cover
attached with the stylus pin through its center
hole.
4) Push down the stylus as far as it goes.
Stylus cover
CAUTION
• Before connecting instruments, be sure that all instruments are turned off.
• Before connecting the USB cable, be sure to install the USB driver.
See “2.11 Installing the USB Driver” (page 28).
5 Connect the power cord and RS-232C cable

or USB cable to the rear of the instrument.
Attach the RS-232C cable and tighten the fastening
knobs on the connector.
6 Connect the other end of the RS-232C cable

or USB cable to the instrument to be con-
nected.
For connection of the USB cable, see “2.11
Installing the USB Driver” (page 28).
Power cord RS-232C cable
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7 After confirming that the power switch is turned off , plug the power cord in the
wall outlet.
CAUTION
• The electrical outlet must have a grounding terminal.
Electric shock or fire may occur in the event of malfunction or power leakage
8 Perform check before use.

See “O Checklist before use” (page 53).
9 Turn on the power switch.

The instrument is initialized.
10 Calibrate the tracer.

See “2.10 Tracer Calibration” (page 25).
∗ The instrument is now ready for use.
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INTRODUCTION: Removing and Storing Accessories
2.6 Removing and Storing Accessories
Removing and storing accessories
The storage space contains the standard frame, standard pattern, two frame support attachments,
and two fuses. Store them in the storage space of the tracer to avoid loss or damage when not in use.
1 Place a finger on the indentation of the Storage cover

storage cover as shown in the figure to the
right to slide open the cover.
The standard frame, standard pattern, two frame
2
support attachments, and two fuses are contained.
2 After use, return the standard frame, standard pattern, two frame support attach-
ments, and two spare fuses to their original positions as shown in the figure below.
Standard frame
Standard pattern Frame support attachment

(n=2)
Fuse (n=2)
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INTRODUCTION: Storing and Handling the Pattern Setting Unit
2.7 Storing and Handling the Pattern Setting Unit
Store the pattern setting unit in the storage space of the tracer to avoid
loss or damage when not in use.
2.7.1 Removing and storing the pattern setting unit

Storing the pattern setting unit in the tracer
1 With the upper and lower sliders closed,

remove the pattern setting unit. Hook
Storage space
2 When storing the pattern setting unit, Hook

insert the pattern setting unit with the hook
towards the upper left as viewed from the
front of the instrument.
If the pattern setting unit is stored in an incorrect
orientation, the hook obstructs the upper and lower
sliders and they cannot be opened.
Correct storage orientation
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2.7.2 Handling the pattern setting unit

The instrument is operated using a pattern such as for two point frames or a processed lens that was
mounted in frames as a demo lens.
O Attaching a pattern
Attaching a pattern to the pattern setting unit
1 Confirm the orientation in which the pattern is attached to the pattern setting unit.
Attach the pattern in the orientation shown below.
2
Left pattern Right pattern
Pattern
Temporal side Temporal side

Nasal side
2 Fit the pattern to the hook of the pattern set-

ting unit. Pin
Hook
Pattern
2
3 While pressing both ends of the pattern set-
ting unit, push in the pattern.
Push the pattern until the hook and two pins of the
pattern setting unit fit into the holes of the pattern.
4 Release both ends of the pattern setting unit

to lock the pattern.
3 4
5 Detach the pattern in the reverse order.
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O Attaching a demo lens

Attaching a demo lens to the pattern setting unit
1 Block the convex surface of a demo lens with a pliable cup.

1) Mark the approximate center of the demo lens Lens table
with a lensmeter.
With a demo lens mounted in frames, contact the
frames with the lens table.
● ● ● ● ● ●
2) Stick the double-coated adhesive pad for the pli-

Groove Pliable cup
able cup on the pliable cup.
Block the convex surface of the demo lens with
the pliable cup using a centering device.
Block the lens so that the markings on the demo
lens are aligned to the groove orientation of the
pliable cup.
Convex side of
demo lens
2 Confirm the orientation in which the demo lens is attached to the pattern setting unit.
Demo lenses are attached in the orientation shown below.
Right-eye lens Left-eye lens
Demo lens
Temporal side Temporal side

Nasal side
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3 Fit the pliable cup on the demo lens to the

hole of the pattern setting unit.
Hole
While pressing both ends of the pattern setting unit,
push in the demo lens. Pliable cup
Demo lens 2
4 Release both ends of the pattern setting unit
to lock the demo lens.
5 Detach the demo lens in the reverse order.
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2.7.3 Setting the pattern setting unit to the tracer

Setting the pattern setting unit to the tracer
The pattern setting unit is fastened to the pattern setting

unit support by magnet. Securing
pins
1 With the upper and lower sliders closed, remove the pattern setting unit.
2 Gently move the lower slider all the way to Pattern setting unit support
the front to open the upper and lower sliders.
Lower slider
3 Set the pattern setting unit to the pattern set- Pattern setting unit
ting unit support. Pattern setting unit
support
1) Attach the pattern or demo lens to the pattern
setting unit.
For attaching a pattern or demo lens, see “2.7.2
Handling the pattern setting unit” (page 19).
2) With the pattern or demo lens facing down, fit the
securing pins of the pattern setting unit into the
holes of the pattern setting unit support.
The pattern setting unit is fastened to the pattern
setting unit support by magnet.
4 To remove the pattern setting unit, gently hold

the lower slider by hand so that it will not
close and then take out the unit.
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INTRODUCTION: Setting the Standard Frame to the Tracer
2.8 Setting the Standard Frame to the Tracer
Setting the standard frame to the tracer
The circumference (162.83) is indicated on the front of the stan- Circumference

dard frame.
Store the standard frame in the storage space of the tracer to
avoid loss or damage when not in use.
Standard frame
2
1 Remove the standard frame from the storage space.
2 Gently move the lower slider to the front to

open the upper and lower sliders.
Lower slider
3 Set the standard frame with the front side fac- Rim clips of upper slider
ing up.
With the side on which the circumference is indicated
facing up, insert the upper grooves of the standard
frame between the rim clips of the upper slider.
Standard frame
4 Set the bottom of the standard frame. Rim clips of lower slider
Gently open the lower slider and insert the lower
grooves of the standard frame between the rim clips of
the lower slider.
5 To remove the standard frame, gently open

the lower slider and then take out the frame.
6 After use, return the standard frame to the

storage space. Standard frame
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INTRODUCTION: Handling the Standard Pattern
2.9 Handling the Standard Pattern
Attaching the standard pattern to the pattern setting unit
“A” is indicated on the front of the standard pattern.

Store the standard pattern in the storage space of the tracer to A indication
avoid loss or damage when not in use.
A
Standard pattern
1 Remove the standard pattern from the stor- Pattern setting unit
age space and confirm the orientation in
which the standard pattern is attached to the
pattern setting unit.
Standard pattern
Attach the standard pattern to the standard pattern
setting unit with the side on which “A” is indicated
oriented as shown in the figure to the right. A indication
A
2 Fit the standard pattern to the hook of the pat-

Pin
tern setting unit.
Hook
Standard
pattern
3 While pressing both ends of the pattern set-

ting unit, push in the standard pattern.
Push the standard pattern until the hook and two pins
of the pattern setting unit fit into the holes of the
standard pattern.
Confirm that the standard pattern is not set askew.
4 Release both ends of the pattern setting unit 3 4

to lock the standard pattern.
5 Detach the standard pattern in the reverse

order.
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INTRODUCTION: Tracer Calibration
2.10 Tracer Calibration
Calibrate the tracer using the provided standard frame and stan-
dard pattern.
Standard frame: Calibration of frame tracing
Standard pattern: Calibration of pattern tracing
∗ It is recommended to calibrate the instrument for high Standard frame
accuracy before use.
A
Standard pattern 2
O Calibrating the standard frame
Calibrating the tracer using the standard frame
1 Remove the standard frame and standard pattern from the storage space.
3 After initialization, put the instrument into calibration mode.
1) While pressing , press .

A beeps sounds.
2) Release .
3) Release .
The indicator above blinks.
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4 Set the standard frame.

With the side on which the circumference is indicated
facing up, insert the upper grooves of the standard
frame between the rim clips of the upper slider.
See “2.8 Setting the Standard Frame to the
Tracer” (page 23).
Standard frame Circumference
5 Press .
Automatic calibration (frame) starts. After several
tracings, automatic calibration ends.
A beep sounds, the instrument exits from calibration
mode, and then the standard frame is released. 5
6 Remove the standard frame.
O Standard pattern calibration

Calibrating the tracer using the standard pattern
1 Put the instrument into calibration mode again.
1) While pressing , press .

A beep sounds.
2) Release .
3) Release .
The indicator above blinks.
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2 Set the standard pattern. A indication on standard pattern

Set the standard pattern with the side on which “A” is Pattern setting unit
indicated facing towards the pattern setting unit.
See “2.9 Handling the Standard Pattern” (page
24) and “2.7.2 Handling the pattern setting unit”
(page 19).
3 Press .
Automatic calibration (pattern) starts.
When automatic calibration is complete, a beep sounds,
calibration mode is exited, and then normal mode is
placed. 3
4 Remove the standard pattern.
• To avoid calibration by frames other than the standard frame or standard pattern, should the circum-
ference exceed the correction value of ±1 mm, the indicator above blinks and calibration is not
performed automatically. In such a case, perform the following.
After confirming that the provided standard frame or standard pattern is being used, press .
Calibration is activated.
If other frames are being used, press or .
Calibration is cancelled. Start calibration again using the standard frame or standard pattern.
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INTRODUCTION: Installing the USB Driver
2.11 Installing the USB Driver
When the LT-980 and PC are connected using the USB cable, the USB driver first needs to be
installed on the PC. If the connection is made using the RS-232C cable, the USB driver does not need
to be installed.
• Before connecting the USB cable to the LT-980, be sure to install the USB driver on the PC.
The installation procedure of the USB driver differs depending on the operating system (Windows XP
32 bits, Windows Vista 32 bits, Windows 7 32 bits / 64 bits) of the PC.
2.11.1 For Windows XP

Installing the USB driver for Windows XP
This is the procedure for when the operating system of the PC is Windows XP.
Prepare the provided driver CD and USB cable.
1 Start the PC and log in as an administrator.
2 Insert the driver CD into the CD-ROM drive.

The USB Serial Converter Driver Installer screen appears.
• If the installer does not automatically activate, open the CD folder using Explorer and then double-
click [install.exe].
3 Click [Next] in the USB Serial Converter

Driver Installer screen.
Installation of the driver starts.
4 When the Software Installation screen

appears, click [Continue Anyway].
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5 When the Software Installation screen

appears after a short time, click [Continue
Anyway].
6 When “Congratulations! You finished install- 2

ing your device drivers” is displayed in the
next screen, click [Finish].
7 Turn on the power switch of the LT-980.
8 Connect between the LT-980 and PC using the USB cable.

See “2.12 Connection” (page 36).
9 The Found New Hardware Wizard screen

appears. Select “No, not this time” and click
[Next].
10 Select “Install the software automatically” and

click [Next].
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11 When the Hardware Installation screen

12 When the Found New Hardware Wizard

screen appears, click [Finish].
13 The Found New Hardware Wizard screen

appears again. Select “No, not this time” and
click [Next].
14 Select “Install the software automatically” in

the next screen and click [Next].
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15 When the Hardware Installation screen

16 When the Found New Hardware Wizard 2

screen appears, click [Finish].
∗ Installation of the USB driver for Windows XP is now complete.
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2.11.2 For Windows Vista

Installing the USB driver for Windows Vista
This is the procedure for when the operating system of the PC is Windows Vista.
• Start installation without the USB cable connected to the PC.
1 Start the PC and log in as an administrator. There are procedures that are not dis-
played depending on the security setting.

When the AutoPlay screen appears, click
“Run install.exe”.
The User Account Control screen appears.
• If the installer does not automatically activate, the AutoPlay screen is not displayed. Open the CD
folder using Explorer and then double-click [install.exe].
3 Click [Continue] in the User Account Control

screen.
4 When the USB Serial Converter Driver

Installer screen appears, click [Next].
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5 When the Windows Security screen appears,

click [Install].
6 After a short time, the Windows Security

screen appears again. Click [Install].
7 When “Congratulations! You finished install-

ing your device drivers.” is displayed, click
[Finish].
9 Connect the LT-980 and PC using the USB cable. After a short time, the driver is
installed and the USB cable can be used.
∗ Installation of the USB driver for Windows Vista is now complete.
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2.11.3 For Windows 7

Installing the USB driver for Windows 7
This is the procedure for when the operating system of the PC is Windows 7.
• Start installation without the USB cable connected to the PC.
1 Start the PC and log in as an administrator. There are procedures that are not dis-
played depending on the security setting.

When the AutoPlay screen appears, click
“Run install.exe”.
The User Account Control screen appears.
• If the installer does not automatically activate, the AutoPlay screen is not displayed. Open the CD
folder using Explorer and then double-click [install.exe].
3 Click [Yes] in the User Account Control

screen.
4 When the USB Serial Converter Driver

Installer screen appears, click [Next].
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5 When the Windows Security screen appears,

click [Install].
6 After a short time, the Windows Security

screen appears again. Click [Install].
7 When “Congratulations! You finished install-

ing your device drivers.” is displayed, click
[Finish].
9 Connect the LT-980 and PC using the USB cable. After a short time, the driver is
installed and the USB cable can be used.
∗ Installation of the USB driver for Windows 7 is now complete.
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INTRODUCTION: Connection
2.12 Connection
STD, VCA, and NIDEK LAN connection are possible for the LT-980.
CAUTION
• Before connecting instruments, be sure that all instruments are turned off.
• Before connecting the USB cable, be sure to install the USB driver.
See “2.11 Installing the USB Driver” (page 28).
2.12.1 STD connection

Connecting the LT-980 and server PC using the STD communication
This is the configuration in which the LT-980 communicates with a server PC using the NIDEK
standard protocol.
The server PC stores and manages data. The LT-980 traces frames or patterns, creates traces data,
and then sends them to the server PC.
Connect the server PC and the LT-980 using the RS-232C cable or USB cable.
Trace data
LT-980
Server PC
USB connector
USB cable
To server PC
RS-232C cable
BAR CODE RS-232C connector

connector
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2.12.2 VCA connection

Connecting the LT-980 and server PC using the VCA format communication
This is the configuration in which the LT-980 communicates with a server PC using the VCA standard
protocol.
The server PC stores and manages data. The LT-980 traces frames or patterns, creates traces data,
and then sends them to the server PC.
Connect the LT-980 and the server PC using the RS-232C cable or USB cable.
If necessary, connect the optional barcode scanner.
Trace data 2
LT-980
Server PC
Barcode scanner
(optional)
USB connector
USB cable
To server PC
RS-232C cable
RS-232C connector
BAR CODE
connector Barcode scanner
(optional)
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2.12.3 NIDEK LAN connection

Connecting the LT-980 and server PC over the NIDEK LAN
This is the configuration in which the server PC or Ice series serves as a data server.
The LT-980 traces frames or patterns, creates traces data, and then sends them to the server PC.
Connect the LT-980 to the NFS-100 using the RS-232C cable (NFS-100 supplied cable / 1 m).
Connect the NFS-100 to the LAN through a hub using a LAN cable (commercially available 10BASE-
TMA or 100BASE-TX cable).
If necessary, connect the optional barcode scanner.
Server PC
Trace data
Ethernet
Hub Hub Hub

LAN cable
Edger
NFS-100
RS-232C cable
(NFS-100 supplied cable / 1 m)
LT-980
RS-232C connector
RS-232C cable
Barcode scanner
(optional)
BAR CODE connector
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3 OPERATING PROCEDURE
Quick Task Index
I
Identifying frame tracing types - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 42
S
3
Starting up or shutting down the instrument - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 41
Stopping tracing before completion - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 51
T
Tracing a single eye frame - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 44
Tracing a single eye frame by semi-auto tracing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 46
Tracing both eye frames by semi-auto tracing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 45
Tracing both-eye frames - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 43
Tracing frames of demo lenses or thin rim frames - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 50
Tracing patterns for two-point frames or such - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 49
Tracing sharply warped frames - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 47
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OPERATING PROCEDURE: Operation Flow
This section describes the instrument start-up, tracing procedure, and

daily checks.
For connecting systems and transferring data, refer to the manual of
the connecting device or server software.
3.1 Operation Flow
Power ON
Tracing “3.3 Tracing” (page 42)
“3.3.1 Frame tracing (both eyes, single eye)” (page 43)

“3.3.2 Semiauto tracing (both eyes, single eye)” (page 45)
“3.3.4 Pattern tracing” (page 49)
“3.3.5 Demo lens tracing” (page 50)
“3.3.6 Stopping tracing” (page 51)
Power OFF
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OPERATING PROCEDURE: Startup and Shutdown
3.2 Startup and Shutdown
Starting up or shutting down the instrument
3.2.1 Startup
1 Connect the power cord to the power inlet.
2 After confirming that the power switch is turned off , connect the power cord to a
wall outlet.
3 Confirm that instruments connected to the LT-980 using the RS-232C cable or USB
cable are turned on. 3
4 Perform check before use.
CAUTION
• Before turning on the power switch, be sure to check the
instrument, power plug, wall outlet, and such. Frames
×
See “Before use” (page 2) and “3.5 Daily Checks” (page
53).
• Do not turn on the power with frames set in the tracer.
The stylus may strike the frames during initialization
resulting in deformation or breakage of the stylus.
6 Calibrate the tracer.

See “2.10 Tracer Calibration” (page 25).
∗ The LT-980 is now ready for use.
3.2.2 Shutdown
After confirming that the LT-980 is not in the process of tracing or communicating, turn off the
power.
CAUTION
• Never turn off the power switch during tracing. Failure of the tracer may result.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE: Tracing
3.3 Tracing
Identifying frame tracing types
Tracing measures the shape*1 of spectacle frames (hereafter referred to as frames) three-dimension-
ally*2. In addition, patterns or demo lenses can be measured.
Tracing may be conducted using the following methods. Select the desired method.
Frame tracing (both eyes) Traces both eyes of general frames.
Frame tracing (single eye) Traces the left-eye or right-eye of general frames.
Performed when the stylus does not automatically run in the frame groove
because the groove is not in the middle of rim such as for plastic frames.
Semiauto tracing (both eyes)
Set the stylus in the frame groove one side at a time (right eye and left
eye) by hand to trace both eyes.
Performed when the stylus does not automatically run in the frame groove
because the groove is not in the middle of rim such as for plastic frames.
Semiauto tracing (single eye)
Set the stylus in the frame groove one side (right eye or left eye) by hand
to trace a single eye.
Traces sharply warped frames or frames with a sharply protruding bridge
Goggle type frame tracing center.
Perform this tracing while holding one rim by hand.
Pattern tracing Traces patterns of two-point, nylor frames, or such.
Demo lens tracing Traces mounted lenses in the same manner as pattern tracing.
CAUTION
• A clearance may open between the stylus unit and the upper slider during tracing. Never insert fin-
gers into the clearance because injury may occur. Be sure that no foreign objects fall into the clear-
ance because malfunction may result.
Clearance
*1. Indicates the outer shape of spectacle lenses or inner shape of spectacle frame rims.
*2. Frame groove is taken to be the length of a single straight line.
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3.3.1 Frame tracing (both eyes, single eye)

This is the procedure to trace both eyes or single eye (right eye or left eye) using general frames.
• As distortion may occur and correct measurement cannot be obtained from frames with low stiffness,
perform demo lens tracing.
See “3.3.5 Demo lens tracing” (page 50).
• If there is a level difference in the inner circumference of frame rims, the tip of the stylus may be
caught by the level difference resulting in frame movement. In such a case, hold the right and left
temples by fingers so that frames will not move.
O Both-eye tracing
Tracing both-eye frames
3
This is the procedure to measure the frame shape of both eyes as well as the FPD (Frame Pupillary
Distance).
• Be sure to insert frames between the rim clips of the upper and lower sliders.
If frames are not properly inserted between the rim clips and tracing is performed, instrument mal-
function may occur.
• If frames with a sharply protruding bridge center are traced, the bridge may be damaged and traced
results may become inaccurate. For such a case, perform goggle type frame tracing.
See “3.3.3 Goggle type frame tracing” (page 47).
1 Set the top of the frames. Rim clips of upper slider

Gently move the lower slider forward to open the
upper and lower sliders.
With the frames oriented as shown in the figure to the
right, insert the top of the frames between the rim clips
of the upper slider.
Front Lower slider
2 Set the bottom of the frames. Rim clips of lower slider

Gently open the lower slider and insert the bottom of
the frames between the rim clips of the lower slider.
Move the frames left or right to bring them to the
approximate center of the upper slider.
Front
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3 Start both-eye tracing.
Press . Tracing starts.
When the frames are released, tracing is complete.

3
4 Gently open the lower slider and remove the frames.
• If is pressed while frames are being retraced after the stylus came off, two beeps may sound
and tracing cancellation may not occur. In such a case, wait a moment and press again.
O Single-eye tracing
Tracing a single eye frame
This is the procedure to measure the frame shape of the right eye or left eye.
The FPD (Frame Pupillary Distance) cannot be measured during single-eye tracing. Enter the FPD or
DBL value manually from a PC or blocker.
1 Set frames.
See Steps 1 and 2 in “O Both-eye tracing” (page 43).
2 Press or .
For left eye tracing
For right eye tracing

Tracing starts. Left eye Right eye
When the frames are released after a short time, tracing tracing tracing
is complete.
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3.3.2 Semiauto tracing (both eyes, single eye)

This is the procedure to insert the stylus into the groove by hand when the stylus does not
automatically run in the frame groove because the groove is not in the middle of rim such as for plastic
frames.
Trace both eyes, right eye, or left eye of frames.
O Semiauto tracing (both eyes)

Tracing both eye frames by semi-auto tracing
Measures the frame shape of both eyes as well as the FPD.
1 Set frames.
3
2 Press and hold for 3 seconds.
The stylus moves and pauses in the tracing start position.
2
3 Insert the stylus into the groove of the frame
bottom. Stylus
Front
4 Start tracing.
Press .
When tracing of one rim ends, the stylus moves to the
other rim and pauses in the tracing start position.
4
5 Trace the other rim in the same manner as Steps 3 and 4.

When the frames are released after a short time, tracing is complete.
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O Semiauto tracing (single eye)

Tracing a single eye frame by semi-auto tracing
Measures the frame shape of the right eye or left eye.

The FPD (Frame Pupillary Distance) cannot be measured during semiauto tracing (single eye). Enter
the FPD or DBL value manually from a PC or blocker.
1 Set frames.
2 Press and hold or for 3 seconds.
For left eye tracing
For right eye tracing

The stylus moves and pauses in the tracing start Right eye
Left eye
position. tracing tracing
3 Insert the stylus into the groove of the frame

bottom. Stylus
Front
4 Start tracing.
Press or depending on the side to be traced.

Tracing starts.
When the frames are released after a short time, tracing
is complete. Left eye Right eye
tracing tracing
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3.3.3 Goggle type frame tracing

Tracing sharply warped frames
When frames are sharply warped, the stylus may come off the groove during tracing. In such a case,
fasten only one rim between the rim clips and perform goggle type frame tracing.
The FPD (Frame Pupillary Distance) cannot be measured during goggle type frame tracing. Enter the
FPD or DBL value manually from a PC or blocker.
When frames with a bridge center that excessively Bridge center

protrudes forward are attempted to be set, the bridge
may contact the gap such as stylus cover. In such
cases, perform goggle type frame tracing.
This tracing can be performed for both left and right
rims. The procedure for tracing the right rim is
described here.
3
Gap such as from stylus cover
1 Set the frame support attachments.

1) Gently move the lower slider to the front to open the upper and lower sliders.
2) As shown in the picture below, to prevent hand movement, attach a frame support attachment to
both the upper and lower sliders by inserting the tabs into the tab slots and securing with a mag-
net.
Frame support attachment

(to the upper slider)
Magnet
Tab slots Tabs
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2 Set frames.
As shown in the picture below, do not fasten the left rim between the rim clips but hold the left temple.
Fasten the right rim between the rim clips, maintain the right rim level, and then align the middle of the
right rim to the dotted line position.
Support the frames with the frame support attachments to prevent hand movement.
• Be sure to insert frames between the rim clips of the upper and lower sliders.
If frames are not properly inserted between the rim clips and tracing is performed, instrument mal-
function may occur.
[Side not to be traced] [Side to be traced]

Hold the rim by hand. (1)Insert the rim between the rim clips.
Do not fasten the rim between the rim (2)Make the rim level
clips. (3)Align the middle of the right rim to the dotted line position.
3 Start tracing.
Press .
Tracing starts.
3
• The rim clips are closed to fasten the right rim. Do not release the left rim until tracing ends. If the
frames shift, correct measurement cannot be performed.
When the frames are released after a short time, tracing is complete.
4 Gently open the lower slider and remove the frames and two frame support attach-
ments.
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3.3.4 Pattern tracing

Tracing patterns for two-point frames or such
Measures the pattern shape such as for two-point frames.

Pattern setting
The FPD (Frame Pupillary Distance) cannot be measured during unit
pattern tracing. Enter the FPD or DBL value manually from a PC or
blocker.
Pattern
• The FPD (Frame Pupillary Distance) cannot be measured during pattern tracing.
3
1 Attach the pattern to the pattern setting unit.
See “O Attaching a pattern” (page 19).
2 Set the pattern setting unit.

See “2.7.3 Setting the pattern setting unit to the tracer” (page 22).
3 Press or depending on the side to be

traced.
For left pattern tracing
For right pattern tracing

Left pattern Right pattern
tracing tracing
The stylus moves up and pattern tracing starts.

Stylus
4 After pattern tracing ends, remove the pattern setting unit.

When pattern tracing is complete, the stylus is automatically stored.
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3.3.5 Demo lens tracing

Tracing frames of demo lenses or thin rim frames
Traces a processed lens that was mounted in frames as a demo

Pattern setting
lens in the same manner as pattern tracing. unit
Distortion may occur and correct measurement cannot be obtained
from frames with low stiffness. In such a case, perform demo lens
tracing. Demo lens
The FPD (Frame Pupillary Distance) cannot be measured during
demo lens tracing. Enter the FPD or DBL value manually from a PC
or blocker.
1 Attach the demo lens to the pattern setting unit.

See “O Attaching a demo lens” (page 20).
2 Set the pattern setting unit.

See “2.7.3 Setting the pattern setting unit to the tracer” (page 22).
3 Press or depending on the side to be

traced.
For right lens tracing
For left lens tracing

Right lens Left lens
tracing tracing
The stylus moves up and demo lens tracing starts.

Stylus
4 After demo lens tracing ends, remove the pattern setting unit.
When demo lens tracing is complete, the stylus is automatically stored.
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3.3.6 Stopping tracing

Stopping tracing before completion
Follow the procedure below to interrupt tracing.
O Stopping frame tracing
1 Press .
The stylus moves to the original position and the frames
are released.
2 Remove the frames. 1

3
• If is pressed while frames are being retraced after the stylus came off, two beeps may sound
and tracing cancellation may not occur. In such a case, wait a moment and press again.
• If the stylus is caught in the frames and does not move, turn
Stylus
off the power switch, gently release the stylus, and push it
down slowly. Then turn the power switch back on.
O Stopping pattern or demo lens tracing
1 Press .
The stylus is stored.
2 Remove the pattern setting unit.

1
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OPERATING PROCEDURE: After use
3.4 After use
1 Perform check after use.

See “3.5 Daily Checks” (page 53).
2 Put the provided dust cover on the instrument.
• When the instrument is not in use, turn off the power switch and put the dust cover on.
If dust settles, it may affect the measurement accuracy.
CAUTION
• If the instrument is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
If dust settles between the plugs, the dust will collect moisture, and short circuit or fire may occur.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE: Daily Checks
3.5 Daily Checks
Check the items in the following checklist before using the instrument. Also, perform the checks after
use. If any abnormalities are found, it is the user’s responsibility to correct them.
It is recommended that the following checklists be copied and used accordingly.
O Checklist before use

Date
Item
Deformation of
instrument
Stains on instrument
3
Deformation of sty-
lus
Foreign matter on
stylus
Stains on stylus
O Checklist after use

Date
Item
Power switch off
Loss of pattern set-

ting unit
Stains or damage to
pattern setting unit
Loss of standard
frame
Stains or damage to
standard frame
Loss of standard
pattern
Stains or damage to
standard pattern
53
OPERATING PROCEDURE: Daily Checks
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4 MAINTENANCE
4.1 Troubleshooting
In the event that the instrument does not work properly, attempt to correct the problem referring to the
following table before contacting NIDEK or your authorized distributor.
Symptom Remedy
• Confirm that the power cord is properly connected.
• Confirm that voltage applied to the wall outlet is within the range speci-
The instrument does not work
at all.
fied.
• Check the fuses. If any fuses are blown, replace all fuses with new ones.
4
For replacing fuses, see “4.2 Replacing Fuses” (page 56).
An error occurs in the circum- • Perform calibration.
ference. For calibration, see “2.10 Tracer Calibration” (page 25).
Communication cannot be per-
• Confirm that the RS-232C cable or USB cable is properly connected.
formed.
∗ If the symptom cannot be corrected with the above remedy, contact NIDEK or your authorized dis-
tributor.
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MAINTENANCE: Replacing Fuses
4.2 Replacing Fuses
If the instrument is not started even though the power switch is turned
on , the fuses may be blown. Replace the fuses with new ones.
CAUTION
• Before replacing fuses, be sure to turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord from the
wall outlet.
If fuses are replaced with the power switch turned on, electric shock may occur.
• Use the specified fuses only. (T 1 A 250 V)
Use of any fuses other than those specified may result in fire.
• Replace all fuses at the same time.
Even if only one fuse is blown, the other may blow soon.
1 Turn off the power switch.
2 Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
3 Disconnect the power cord from the power inlet.
4 Remove the fuse holder under the power

inlet. Lever
While pushing the lever in the direction shown in the
figure to the right, pull out the fuse holder.
Fuse holder
5 Remove the two fuses and replace them with

new ones.
(Fuse rating: T 1 A 250 V)
6 Put the fuse holder into its original position.

Fuse
Fuse holder
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MAINTENANCE: Cleaning
4.3 Cleaning
When the cover or panel of the tracer becomes dirty, clean it with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains,
soak the cloth in a neutral detergent, wring well, and then wipe. Finally dry with a soft, dry cloth.
• Never use an organic solvent such as paint thinner.

It may ruin the surface of the tracer.
• Never use a sponge or cloth soaked in water.
Water may leak into the inside of the tracer resulting in instrument failure.
4.4 List of Consumables
4
Part name Part number Remarks
Fuse 804-02-02039 T 1 A 250 V 5×20 mm
∗ After replacing consumables, restock them.
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MAINTENANCE: List of Consumables
58
5 SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSO-
RIES
5.1 Specifications
O Tracing unit
• Tracing method Automatic 3D binocular tracing
• Frame tracing Measurement range • Shape width: 36 to 85 mm, shape height 18.4 to 66 mm,
frame horizontal width: 113 to 180 mm
• Maximum height from clamp midpoint: 23 mm
• At the maximum height, maximum frame vertical width: 50
mm, maximum frame horizontal width: 150 mm
• Pattern tracing Measurement range 22 to 74 mm in diameter

15.5 to 66 mm (vertical width)
• FPD measurement Available

5
function
• Frame clamping Automatic one-touch clamping
• Setting of stylus Switchable between automatic and semiautomatic
• Measuring points 1000 points
• Measurement accuracy Frame tracing Circumference: ±0.05 mm (in standard frame measurement)
Pattern tracing Axis angle: ±0.5 degrees (in standard frame measurement)
Circumference: ±0.10 mm (in standard pattern measurement)
Axis angle: ±1.0 degrees (in standard pattern measurement)
* Trace results after automatic calibration
• Measurement time Frame tracing 30 seconds or less (automatic binocular tracing using calibra-
tion jig)
Pattern tracing 20 seconds or less (tracing using calibration jig)
• Measurement item Lens shape

FPD (Frame Pupillary Distance)
3-D circumference (2-D circumference during pattern tracing or demo lens trac-
ing)
Frame tilt angle (reference value)
Frame curve (reference value)
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SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIES: Specifications
O Other functions
• External communica- RC-232C compatible Two ports built-in
tion PORT1 For connection with a PC or edger
PORT2 For connection with the barcode scanner
USB Port built-in
Operating systems (English version)
• Windows XP 32-bit
• Window Vista 32-bit
• Window 7 32-bit / 64-bit
O Dimensions and mass

• Dimensions 315 (W) ×300 (D) ×155 (H) mm
* Accessories and protrusion excluded
• Mass 7 kg or less (tracer only)
• Power source AC 100 to 120/230 V
• Frequency 50/60 Hz
• Power consumption 60 VA max.
O Environmental conditions during use

• Temperature 5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F)
• Humidity 30 to 80% in the range of 5 to 31°C

31 to 40°C (The minimum acceptable relative humidity is 30%. The maximum acceptable
relative humidity is 80% for temperatures up to 31°C (87.8°F) which decreases linearly to
50% at 40°C (104°F).)
• Altitude 2000 m or less
• Installation location Interior (with low dust and free from smoke, vibration, and impact)
• Overvoltage Category II (IEC60664-1)
• Pollution degree 2 (IEC60664-1)
O Environmental conditions during transport and storage (packed condition)

• Temperature −20 to 70°C (−13 to 158°F)
• Humidity 10 to 85% (non-condensing)
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SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIES: Accessories
5.2 Accessories
5.2.1 Standard accessories

Part name Quantity Appearance
Fuse 2 units
Hexagonal wrench 1 unit
Stylus cover 1 unit
Standard pattern 1 unit
Pattern setting unit 1 unit
Standard frame 1 unit
5
Frame support attachment 2 units
USB driver CD for Windows 1 unit
RS-232C cable (3 m) 1 unit
USB cable (1 m) 1 unit
Power cord 1 set
Dust cover 1 unit
Operator’s manual 1 volume

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SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIES: Accessories
5.2.2 Optional accessories
Part name Part number Appearance
Barcode scanner 41266-E001
Contact NIDEK or your

RS-232C cable (5 m, 10 m)
authorized distributor.
Contact NIDEK or your

USB cable (3 m, 5 m)
authorized distributor.
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6 INDEX
B U
Barcode scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Upper slider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Both-eye tracing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 USB driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Both-eye tracing button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
V
D VCA connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Demo lens tracing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
F
FPD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Frame tracing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
G
Goggle type frame tracing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
L
Left-eye tracing button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Lower slider ................................. 9
6
N
NIDEK LAN connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
P
Pattern setting unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 20, 50
Pattern setting unit support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Pattern tracing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
R
Replacing fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Right-eye tracing button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Rim clips ................................... 9
S
Semiauto tracing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Semiauto tracing (both eyes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Semiauto tracing (single eye) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Shape ..................................... 8
Single-eye tracing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Standard frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
STD connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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1.1 For Safe Use

BEFORE USE, READ THIS MANUAL.

1.2 Safety Precautions

1.3 Usage Precautions

Operating area and maintenance work area

About 500 mm About 500 mm

• Use the specified fuses to replace the old ones.

Quick Task Index

2.1 Outline of the Instrument

• The references to right and left in this operator’s

4. Pattern setting unit support

6. Left-eye tracing button Left-eye tracing button

Starts left-eye tracing.

7. Both-eye tracing button Both-eye tracing button

Starts both-eye tracing.

8. Right-eye tracing button Right-eye tracing button

9. Power inlet (fuse holder)

10. USB connector

11. RS-232C connector

12. Barcode connector

2.3 Labels and Symbols

Indicates where hand or fingers may be caught.

Indicates the fuse.

See “3.3 Tracing” (page 42).

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2.4 Packed Contents

Hexagonal wrench 1 unit

Stylus cover 1 unit

Standard pattern 1 unit

Pattern setting unit 1 unit

Standard frame 1 unit

Frame support attachment 2 units

USB driver CD for Windows 1 unit

RS-232C cable (3 m) 1 unit

USB cable (1 m) 1 unit

Power cord 1 set

Dust cover 1 unit

Operator’s manual 1 volume

2.5 Before First Use

 Perform the following in preparation for first use of the LT-980.

1 Place the instrument on a stable table.

2 Remove the cushion fastening the upper and

3 Remove the bracket fastening the upper and 2 screws

4 Attach the stylus cover.

2) Attach the stylus cover by putting the tip of the

4) Push down the stylus as far as it goes.

5 Connect the power cord and RS-232C cable

6 Connect the other end of the RS-232C cable

8 Perform check before use.

9 Turn on the power switch.

10 Calibrate the tracer.

∗ The instrument is now ready for use.

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Perform the following in preparation for first use of the LT-980.

The circumference (162.83) is indicated on the front of the stan- Circumference

“A” is indicated on the front of the standard pattern.