Novo-Gloss Glossmeters

Instrument Controls

Model	20° Gloss	60° Gloss	85° Gloss	45° Gloss
	HIGH GLOSS	GLOSS FINISHES	LOW GLOSS FINISHES	SPECIALTY ANGLE
Novo-Gloss Trio				-
Novo-Gloss 60	-		-	-
Novo-Gloss 45	-	-	-

A detailed product manual can be found on the USB supplied with the instrument.
Or it can be downloaded from: www.rhopointinstruments.com/help-services/resources/

Basic Operations

Navigation

Available navigation options are displayed as prompts on the top left of every screen
Use the indicated button to access required menus and options
Press left button twice to return home from any menu.

Measurement

Place instrument measuring head on the surface to be measured. Ensure that the measurement spot is completely covered by the surface to be measured. For more repeatable testing, use the supplied positioning template to ensure that measurements are made in the same position across multiple samples.
Press a measurement button (as shown in fig.1) to take a measurement.

Statistics

Press right button to view statistics
Press right button again to view graphs
Advanced options are available in: MENU > SETUP > BATCH MENU

Auto Calibration*

Ensure the calibration tile is clean and undamaged
Optics should also be checked for cleanliness
Place the instrument on the tile holder
Press the central button
Follow the on-screen prompts

* Auto calibration must be enabled. MENU > SETUP > CALIBRATION MENU

RECALIBRATION
Rhopoint recommend that the Rhopoint IQ Flex 20 should be regularly serviced and calibrated. This will ensure reliable, accurate and consistent measurements are given. For more information or to book a service / calibration please visit: www.rhopointinstruments.com/help-services/calibration-servicing/

Advanced Operations

Data Transfer

Connect instrument to PC via USB cable
Open ‘IQ-METER’ USB drive
Open ‘DATA’ folder
Each stored batch has an individual folder
Batch Statistics are stored as ‘Stats.csv’
Individual readings are stored separately in .csv format
Copy, view and delete data as required.
A summary of all measured parameters for each reading is stored as ‘summary.csv’

Automatic Measurement

Navigate to MENU > SETUP > Measurement Menu > Auto Measure
Select measurement interval of 2/5/10/30/60 seconds
Press to go back until the main measurement screen is displayed
Press to start and stop automatic measurements

User Defined Batches

Connect your instrument to a PC via a USB cable
Open the ‘IQ-METER’ drive in your file explorer
Open the ‘CONFIG’ folder
Edit ‘batches.txt’
End by pressing RETURN
Save file

Instrument Settings

Quick Report App Connection

The Rhopoint Quick Report app instantly transforms your measurement data into clear, professional, branded reports directly from your instrument. It saves time, reduces errors and lets you share results with confidence in just a few taps.

Open the Rhopoint Quick Report App in Google Chrome or on a compatible mobile device
On the instrument, ensure Bluetooth is switched on and set the BT mode to DATA
In the app, press the pairing/link button in the top right-hand corner
Select Connect from the drop-down menu
Select the instrument from the available devices
When the connection button turns green, the instrument is connected and the app is ready to receive measurements
Take measurements on the instrument *
Received readings will be displayed in the app for review and reporting

* For full instructions on installation, device connection, measurement transfer, data export and report creation, refer to the Rhopoint Quick Report App Manual.

The Quick Report App is available for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iOS; it can be run in Google Chrome or installed on a compatible device. On first connection, users are prompted to register and activate the included app subscription.

Get in touch

+44 (0)1424 739 622

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