CAME BlueForce Smart Instructions For Use Manual

THANK YOU!! To have chosen a Microtronics product.

Came Test is an instrument used to measure impact forces. Although its use is simple and intuitive, it is recommended for use exclusively by
qualified personnel.

BEFORE STARTING...

Even if the instrument has a robuste construction, designed for heavy duty (chrushing generated by motors), Came Test is always a measuring
instrument. Therefore, we reccomend to follow all the use and maintenance rules writed below.

BLUEFORCE SMART SPECIFICATIONS

Force measurements taken using Came Test are stored and displayed on screen, after which the user can transfer stored measurements to the
BlueForce software using the USB cable supplied, or in wireless mode (using the accessory plug’n Go!). The BlueForce software enables
management of tests performed within a client database, with the option of printing out reports with relative graphs.
The SMART features of the Came Test allows the integrated NFC or Bluetooth hardware to see the data of the tests taken with the relative
graphics directly on smartphone and tablets.

n Came Test specifications Page 1
n Initial Use - Instrument Functions Page 2-3
n Instrument Functions - Detail Page 4-5
n Using the FTP Thermal Printer Page 6
n SMART functions - Sending tests and enabling Page 7
n SMART functions - Using the SMART App Page 8
n Installation - BlueForce Software for Windows PC Page 9

INDEX

n USB driver - BlueForce Software for Windows PC Page 10
n Serial Port - BlueForce Software for Windows PC Page 11
n BlueForce Software - main functions Page 12-16
n BlueForce Software - Detail Page 17
n Using the Came Test Instrument Page 18
n Fitting Accessories Page 19
n Information Annex - EN12453 Page 20
n General Provisions Page 21
n Technical data - CE certification Page 22

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Initial Use - Instrument Functions

ATTENTION! It is recommended to upgrade the FIRMWARE of the instrument to the latest available version

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To view the firmware version, refer to the instructions on page 13.

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nTo update the firmware, visit the download page of the Microtronics site: www.microtronics.it

INSTRUMENT FUNCTIONS

Short press <0.5 sec.

The buttons are associated with various functions according to how long they are pressed:

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ON/OFF: Right button + Left button pressed at the same time for more than 3 sec., turns the instrument ON and OFF.

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AUTOMATIC POWER OFF: The battery saving function automatically turns off the instrument after approx. 4 minutes of

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inactivity

Left button press (short) = scroll forward/back through stored tests

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press (long) = change direction of scrolling forward/back through tests

Right button press (short) = scroll through the options of individual tests

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press (long) = select and confirm the current action

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Long press >2.0 sec.

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READ OF TESTS, PRACTICAL EXAMPLE: Let's imagine the follow situation:

POWER UP: On power-up, the instrument runs an auto-test and auto-reset (scrolling dots). NEVER turn on the instrument

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with the measurement tip charging!

AWAITING NEW TEST: after power-up and the autotest, if no other information is displayed, the instrument sets to the

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first memory slot available. The display shows the slot number followed by 4 dashes.

TEST: With the device resting on a surface, apply a FORCE with your hand for about one seconds, then release.

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TEST ACQUISITION: when the instrument tip detects a force exceeding the minimum threshold, the test acquisition

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process is started (6 sec.). The display shows the test number and the letter "A" followed by 3 dashes.

SEND TEST (for SMART enabled devices only): After acquisition, dots will appear at the bottom of the display (scrolling

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towards the right) to indicate that the test is being sent to the iOS or NFC device. If there are no enabled devices, you have
the option of sending the test later, see page 7.

READING TEST IN MEMORY: the occupied memory slots are indicated with the relative number, without any dashes to

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the right. Press the right button briefly in quick succession to scroll through the parameters and other functions on a
rotational basis: Fd -> td -> FS -> FE -> bLUE -> Prnt -> Aur -> dAtE -> Hour -> CANC, see example below.

Fd : Maximum peak value of force (N)

Td : Duration of force peak (s)

Fs : It is the average value of static force

Fe : It is the value of final force, measured after 5 seconds from the first contact

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Initial Use - Instrument Functions

bLUE: (only for SMART enabled devices) give a long press on the right button to send the test parameters to the mobile

(NOTE: this function is not active if the device is connected to the PC via the USB cable).

Prnt: (only for the FTP thermal printer) give a long press on the right button to send the test parameters directly to the

Aur: This function allows the user to select the current test for calculation of the mathematical average of three tests.

dATE: Test DATE function Give a long press on the right button to view the DATE.

Hour: Test TIME function Give a long press on the right button to view the TIME.

CANC: DELETING A SINGLE TEST: To delete the current test (in the example no. 4) press the right button for approx.

device with iOS or NFC. See also Sending Memorised Tests on page 7.

dedicated wireless printer. See also Using the FTP Thermal Printer on page 6. (NOTE: this function is not active if
the device is connected to the PC via the USB cable)

Give a long press on the right button to memorise the selection; see also Arithmetical Average of Test Values on
page 5.

2 seconds, when the text 4 DEL flashes on display to indicate "awaiting confirmation"; press the right button
again for 2 sec. to permanently delete the selected memory slot.

NOTE: To quit the Fd -> td -> FS -> FE -> bLUE -> Prnt -> Aur -> dAtE -> Hour -> CANC functions, press the left button briefly;

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otherwise, the integrated time-out system will return to its original position after 5-6 seconds.

READ OF TESTS, PRACTICAL EXAMPLE: Let's imagine the follow situation:

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test 01 "saved»

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test 02 "saved»

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test 03 "empty or erased»

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test 04 "saved»

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test 05 "first test free»

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Executing the "Tests read" by means of left button, it shows:

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In the example, the instrument contains three tests saved, one erased, and one new. By means of short consecutive press on left button,

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you can scroll the test list, like you can see, after the last test (5), display shows the special function FUNC, then the test (1) and so on.

The tests saved are indicated only with a progressive number 1, 2, 4 whereas the tests erased or empty, are shown with the number and four

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dashes (3 ----) to indicate that the test is erased or empty.

Very important: following the previous example, the next time that the instrument will be turned on, the display will show the first free

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position ( 5 ----), to make possible the storage of a new test.

Remark: position is ( 5 ----) and not the ( 3 ----) previously erased. This mechanism permits to the operator to add new tests, without

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modify the sorting of the preexistent tests saved or erased.

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Instrument Functions - Detail

FUNC SPECIAL MENU: When scrolling through the memorised tests, users can select the FUNC special menu, present between the first

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and last tests. This menu contains several functions: CANC, Aur, SENd, PCON, dAtE, Hour, CAL, PASS (the last one is present only if the
bluetooth and NFC functions are disabled, see next section for detai

To access the "sub-functions" move to FUNC, then briefly press the right button to "rotate" the "sub-functions»

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DETAILS ON INSTRUMENT FUNCTIONS

CANC: this function enables the user to simultaneously delete ALL tests stored in the internal instrument memory. To activate,

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press the right button for 2 seconds; the text flashes on display to indicate that the unit is awaiting confirmation; to confirm
deletion, press the right button again for 2 seconds

Aur: (Average) is the function that enables a calculation of the mathematical average of the four parameters memorised on

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any three tests. (see details on page 5)

SEND: this function enables the user to send all memorised tests directly from the instrument to the computer, via a USB cable

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or Bluetooth with the special adaptor for PC, simultaneously clearing the internal memory. To send tests to the PC, first connect
the instrument to the computer using the USB cable (or connect the special Bluetooth adaptor), start the BlueForce program,
and press the right button for 2 seconds. The message "SEND" flashes on display for the entire duration of the test transfer
phase.

REMARK: In the case of transmission error (Err 2), the saved tests will not be lost, and so it will be possible to retry to send the

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tests, by press again the right button for 2 seconds.

PC ON: this function enables the user to switch from the "display off" phase and activate direct delivery of data to the computer

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(via USB cable or via Bluetooth with the special adaptor for PC). To enter the PCON mode, press the right button for 2 seconds.;
the text PC ON flashes on display; press the right button again for 2 seconds (see details on page 5).

dAtE: current date, in the format DD/MM/YY. To see the current date, press the right button for 2 seconds and then to change

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the date, press the right button again for 2 seconds and briefly press the right button to change the day/month/year as
required. To change the number, briefly press the left button or press and hold the latter to change the direction of modification
(increase/decrease); after this, press and hold the right button to save the changes and exit.

Hour: current hour/minutes, in the format HH.MM. To see the current time, press the right button for 2 seconds and then to

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change the hour, press the right button again for 2 seconds and briefly press the right button to change the day/month/year
as required. To change the number, briefly press the left button or press and hold the latter to change the direction of
modification (increase/decrease); after this, press and hold the right button to save the changes and exit.

NOTE: Date and time setting is only available for models with internal clock (not Upgrade).

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CAL: date of last calibration, in the format DD/MM/YY. Press the right button for 2 seconds to display.

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PASS: input of the code to enable the NFC and Bluetooth interfaces (if not enabled). Go to the PASS function, then press the

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right button for 2 sec. to entry in the “ insert code” mode, the first figure of the code flashes. Briefly press the left button to
increase the first number 1->2->3 ecc. To go to the next figure briefly press the right button then repeat this operation for all
the four numbers. At the end, to confirm the code and quit, press the right button for 2 sec., if the code is correct, the display
will show the writing “YES”

MORE DISPLAY MESSAGGES

BATTERY CHECK: If battery charge is low, the display shows bAtt until any key is pressed. Anyway it will be possible to carry

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out at least another complete test, before replacing (see details on page 18).

CALIBRATION: This alert appears a month before the calibration due date; if more than one year (Calibration validity period)

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has passed, it will appear whenever the device is switched on. The alert disappears after a few seconds

MEMORY TEST: If the device has used up all the memory locations available, the display shows FULL until any key is pressed.

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If you proceed without erase or download saved tests, the instrument overwrites always the test n°1.

ERROR CHECK: if it occurs any internal errors, the display shows Err1 or Err2 etc. until any key is pressed

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N.B. WITH BLUEFORCE SOFTWARE: verify the setting of the serial port (see page 11) and check that either the USB CABLE, the

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Bluetooth DEVICE, is inserted in the USB port correctly.

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Instrument Functions - Detail

ARITHMETICAL AVERAGE OF THE TEST VALUES

To calculate the average, proceed as follows: any three of the tests performed can be used to calculate the average, e.g. : Test 01, Test 02

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and Test 04.

After reading the Test 01 parameters, the right button can be used to make the CANC function appear, followed by the Aur function.

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Pressing the right down for 2 seconds makes the Aur function disappear and the test is marked with a dot underneath it; this shows that
Test 01 has been selected for calculation of the average. Now the two other tests must be selected (Tests 02 and 04) in the same way as
described above.

test is marked with a dot underneath

Once the test selection operation is complete, the FUNC menu (always available between the first and last test) must be opened; next find

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the Aur function (straight after CANC), and press the right button for 2 seconds to activate the average calculation function immediately;
the parameters are displayed in a cycle in which the user can move from one value to the next by quick-pressing the right button.

The average parameter reading function Aur can only be accessed if at least one test has already been selected.

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NOTE: After the average parameters have been read, an additional function (.Prnt) allows them to be printed (see detail on page 6)

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When the gauge is switched off, the tests “selected” for the average calculation are automatically “unselected” (the parameters and the

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tests stored in the instrument are not erased).

PC ON MODE - DETAILS

The PC ON mode has been designed to use the instrument in conjunction with the BlueForce program on PC and enables the direct display of

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the test graph on the PC screen for an evaluation of the results in real time, depending on the type of port selected on the software. In this
case the instrument must first be connected to the PC via the USB cable or special Bluetooth adaptor (follow the instructions for installation
of the software and drivers on pages 9 and 10).

This function, signalled by a small box at the top left of the instrument display, disables memorisation of the tests in the internal memory, as

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all data are transferred directly to the PC. In PC-ON mode, the SMART interfaces are not enabled

The previous paragraph describes the method for setting PC ON, while to restore the instrument to normal mode (with test storage and

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display) press the right button for 2 seconds, after which the message PC OFF flashes on display awaiting confirmation, then press the
right button again for 2 seconds; at this point, the instrument will be reset to the default operating mode.

BEHAVIOR IN DISPLAY-OFF MODE (PC ON): In display-off mode, it is always present the red square on the left, together with the

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advices : Acquiring, Sending, etc.

TESTS ACQUISITION: During tests acquisition (6 seconds), the display shows (A---), (Acquiring) together with three

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dashes.

DATA SENDING: During data sending to pocket-PC, the display shows (SENd).

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POSITIVE RESPONSE: In the case of positive response to the test carried out, the display shows (YES).

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NEGATIVE RESPONSE: In the case of negative response to the test carried out, the display shows (NO).

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ERROR CHECK: if it occurs any internal errors, the display shows Err1 or Err2 etc. until any key is pressed (See MORE

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DISPLAY MESSAGGES page 4).

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Using the FTP Thermal Printer

TEST VALUE PRINTOUT

Test printout is possible for every single test memorised, after reading of the parameters: n Fd -> td -> FS -> FE -> bLUE -> -> Aur - Prnt

> dAtE -> Hour -> CANC CANC, , SENd, PCON, . Or from the FUNC menu after calculation of the mathematical average (if set): Aur
dAtE, Hour.

FUNCTIONS: The print function offers two layouts: Short - Shor and Long - LONg, (see example below)

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PRINT: To perform the printout, switch on the printer by holding down the on/off button for at least 2 seconds (the blue power light comes

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on).

After this, select the Prnt function on the Device by holding down the right button and then choose the type of printout: Short (Shor) or

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Long (LONg) by giving a short press on the right button.

Now give a long press on the right button on Shor or LONg to start the printout.

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NOTE: Printing is disabled if the Device is connected to the PC via the USB cable

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PRINT

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Device serial number and calibration
date.

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3

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(1) FTP thermal printer with internal Li-ion

battery.

(a) ON/OFF button
(b) Paper FEED button
(C) POWER light:

- Steady blue = on

- Flashing blue = stand-by

- Flashing red = no paper

(2) Power supply, battery charger
(3) Thermal printing paper (load with the edge

face-up, as shown in the picture)

(4) Paper type: NOTE: order original paper or rolls

of thermal printing paper in the following size:

- W = 58 mm.

- D = max. 40 mm.

NOTE: If printed characters are faint, the battery

should be recharged.

Long - LONg

Short - Shor

Enter Company Details, Customer,
Type of door.

Enter number of tests in printed
annex.

Sele ction o f st andar d ap plied ,
EN12445 or other standard.

Enter outcome (x)

Current date and time.
(entered automatically only in SMART
devices)

Enter signature.

Date and time of memorised test.
(entered automatically only in SMART
devices)

Enter measuring point height.

Enter measuring point length.

Reminder of measuring limits in
relation to distance.

Entry (x)

- PASS (reading correct)

- FAIL (reading incorrect)
NOTE: enter the (X) with reference to
the limits and distance relating to the
closure being tested.

Entry (x) of final outcome of the
individual test.

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SMART functions-Sending tests and enabling

ATTENTION! It is recommended to:

Upgrade the FIRMWARE of the instrument to the latest version available for the download on the web page nwww.microtronics.it
Check the compatibility of your device with the instrument, by making a test as described in the paragraph “SENDING TESTS”

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Minimum requirements: iOS Apple ver.9.0 or later, Android Software ver. 5.0 or later, Bluetooth, Internet connection.

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1) Install the BlueForce Smart App on the device (search on the App Store/Google Play-> BlueForce Smart)

2) Activate the Bluetooth interface via the relative drop-down menu or the settings menu

3) Start the BlueForce Smart App on the device

4) Perform a test with the instrument; after 6 seconds' acquisition, the test is sent (scrolling dots will appear on the

display to indicate that the test is being sent to the device)

5) If your device is compatible and enabled for the smart functions, the test with its graph will be displayed; to go
ahead and use the BlueForce Smart App see page 8.

N.B. If your device is compatible but NOT enabled, a web page containing the SMART activation

instructions will be displayed. The activation can also be requested by email: [e-mail].

After the SMART activation request, an unlocking code will be sent to enable the device; for the enable see the

instructions on page 4. (PASS function).

SENDING TESTS- BlueForce Smart App

SENDING MEMORISED TESTS - PRACTICAL EXAMPLE

To send one of the memorised tests to the BlueForce Smart App, use the Device bLUE function:

1) Select the memory location to be sent by briefly pressing the left button (for example, no. 1).

2) Briefly press the right button to access the parameter reading function and continue pressing the right button until selecting the bLUE

function.

3) Long press the right button on the bLUE function and the test will be sent to the BlueForce Smart App; scrolling dots will appear underneath
the word bLUE to indicate that the test is being sent (see below for a practical example)

NFC

TECHNOLOGY

Every test performed with the Device is automatically sent to the NFC system, meaning that the latest test data acquired are
always available. See practical example in the following points:

1) Activate the Internet connection in the settings menu in the Smartphone or Tablet.

2) Activate the NFC interface on the smartphone via the relative drop-down menu or the settings menu.

3) Perform a test with the Device; after 6 seconds' acquisition, the test is sent (scrolling dots will appear on the display to

indicate that the test is being sent)

4) Place the back of the smartphone on the back of the Device, on the area marked with the NFC symbol; after a few
seconds the test will be displayed on the device.

5) For use of the Smart functions displayed on the device, see page 8.

SENDING TESTS with NFC SYSTEM

NFC

To send one of the memorized tests to the NFC system, it is needed to see at least one parameter of the test on the display of the device.

1) Select the memory location to be sent by briefly pressing the left button (for example, no.1)

2) Briefly press the right button to access the parameter reading function.

3) Place the back of the Smartphone on the back of the device, on the area marked with the NFC symbol; after a few seconds the test will

be displayed on the device

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SMART functions - Using the SMART App

USING THE SMART APPLICATION

Once you have verified the compatibility of your mobile device (see paragraph "Sending tests" on page 7)

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it is possible to use the BlueForceSmart App to see the tests and the graphs.

Start the BlueForceSmart App: while waiting for the sending of the test will be displayed this image.

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For the devices with NFC system it is necessary to place the smartphone on the back of the device, near

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the NFC symbol.

BLUEFORCE SMART APPLICATION FUNCTIONS

After sending the required test with the Came Test instrument, the device (smartphone, tablet etc.) will show this page, containing all

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information on the measurements taken (see details below).

To display to correct graph according to the effective port and measurement point, the correct selection must be made via the relative

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icon: setting of the measurement type and points, then confirming by pressing OK-Confirm to re-process the parameters and display
the results on the basis of the selected port and measurement point.

Number of test send and relative date/time

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App language change

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Type of port measured and relative data on measurement points

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TEST results

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Modification to measurement type and points

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Impact curve graph

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Impact curve parameters

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Selection of port type

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Selection of measurement points

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Confirm button for type of port and measurement points

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Graphic display of measurement according to EN 12453

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Current instrument calibration date

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Serial number and current instrument firmware version

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N.B. for iOS devices Three buttons are located on the lower section:

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RELOAD, BACK, FORWARD. These enable navigation in "internet
browser" mode.

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Installation - BlueForce Software for Windows PC

BLUEFORCE SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS PC - DOWNLOAD

Web link to download the BlueForce software for Windows PC: nwww.microtronics.it/attivazione_came.html

To download updates, follow the instructions on the page:n www.microtronics.it/download_came.html

The file is not harmful and enables/allows your Browser or Antivirus program
to download the file Setup_blu_came_en.zip or update_blueforce_en.zip

BLUEFORCE SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS PC - INSTALLATION

Download the file Setup_blu_came_en.zip, then extract the two files onto the computer desktop

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Run the Setup file and enable installation

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WARNING !!!

Proceed with guided installation of the BlueForce,

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click Continue

After the licence contract, select “I Agree” and

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click Continue

Confirm selection of the installation directory, click

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Continue

Click Close to end installation of BlueForce

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nIMPORTANT ! Before starting installation of the BlueForce software, the

Drivers have to be installed as described below.

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DRIVER INSTALLATION
USB CABLE - SUPPLIED

DRIVER INSTALLATION
BLUETOOTH DEVICE
(optional)

USB driver - BlueForce Software for Windows PC

For instruments with USB interface, the

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instrument must be connected to the PC using
the USB cable provided as shown (there is no
need to switch the instrument on).

For instruments with Bluetooth interface, connect the

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Plug'n Go! device to the PC’s USB socket as shown.

Wait a few seconds for the

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Drivers of the new Hardware to be
installed (see pop-up in the
applications bar)

STARTING THE SOFTWARE

Run the BlueForce software from the desktop icon.

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When it is started the first time, the user has to select the type of device used (USB cable or Bluetooth device).

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Select the PC connection mode.

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Connect the instrument with the USB lead or connect the Bluetooth device.

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Click Confirm.

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If the computer has more than one USB port,

always remember to insert the Device, Adapter

or USB cable into the same one.

WARNING !!!

The following advice, requires that at least one test must be carried out, to correctly set

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up the calibration date.

If no other messages appear, the instrument or adapter is connected correctly

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and the software has configured the serial port automatically and is ready for
tests to be transferred.

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RECOGNITION FAILURE – SERIAL PORT ERROR

If the message "serial port of pinch-force not open!" appears, the installation procedure

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described above has not been followed correctly.

Use the manual serial port configuration procedure as described below:

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SERIAL PORT RECOGNITION

The following procedure can be followed to ensure correct Serial Port recognition:

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Open the Control Panel

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Select Device Management

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Then select Device Menager, It will show the Device Menager tree

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Connect instrument or Plug&Go device.

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The USB Serial Port will be shown with the relative serial number in the COM and LPT Ports

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hardware group.

Start the BlueForce software and open the menu File -> Settings-> Serial Port.

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Select the exact COM port (a black dot appears on the left)

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Serial Port - BlueForce Software for Windows PC

REINSTALLING THE DRIVERS

If the DRIVERS cannot be found, repeat installation from the BlueForce software.

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Start driver installation by giving the “Reinstall USB Serial Port Drivers” command from File menu -> Settings -> Serial Port.

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After the driver installation, you must repeat the operations indicated recognition in the previous paragraph.

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Main functions of the Software

BLUE FORCE SOFTWARE-MAIN FUNCTIONS

(1) Main menu and commands: Print, new door,

client, etc.

(2) List of tests transferred from the gauge

(3) Door typology (to perform the tests on the

list straight away)

(4) Tests moved/copied on point ofmeasurement

(5) Details of the measuring points and relative

heights

(6) Details of the type of door and the relative

measuring distances

(7) Detailed look at the reference standards

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TEST MEASURE

Prepare the instrument to carry out the test measurement by placing it on a level surface, then switch it on. The instrument is ready to

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measure after 2 seconds; press down on the head and wait for data acquisition.

After the first test, press “Test”, then carry out the next test.

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After carrying out a few tests, connect the device, adapter or USB cable, launch the Blue Force software, then activate the “SEND”

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function on the instrument to send the tests to the software.

Tests sended to the program, are placed on the top at the left, if there are more than one test, the list increases to the bottom.

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Each test can be identified by the progressive number and the date (2). A dot will appear beside each test: green indicates a positive result,

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red a negative result. The assessment based on the port type (3)

In order to transfert the tests, the user must has created at least one Verifier, one Client, one Port and selected a measurement

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position.

Remark: The creation of a new Client profile, and association of the relative door with it, allows the software to automatically establish all

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the measuring positions and then set the relevant legally-required limits.

After having dragged the test with mouse, software will ask you to copy it or to move it in the position of measure.

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Remark: Standard EN 12453 requires at least three tests to be carried out per measuring point. The software then calculates the test

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averages automatically (see "print report” on page 13)

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Blue Force Software - details

Selection of the type of gate.

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The evaluation of test result, is carried out based on current selection of type of gate (sliding door, hinged door, tilting door, barrier, etc.) and

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on current measuring point.

Therefore, this selection determines the validity (or not) of the result shown by Gauge.

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By means of the corresponding curtain-menu, it is possible to select the kind of gate more suitable for the gate to verify.

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To every kind of gate, there are pre-defined all the measuring position, indicated by norms, plus a generic point at limit 400N and another

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point at limit 1400N.

Based on the selected gate and the positions, the program shows a picture that indicates the point of measure. The following kinds of gate

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are available:

1-Folding door, 2-Hinged door, 3-Sliding door, 4-Lifting door, 5-Barrier, 6-Tilting door, 7-Single household tilting

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door, 8-Pedestrian folding door, 9-Pedestrian hinged door, 10-Pedestrian rotating door, 11-Pedestrian sliding door,
12-Single household lifting door

N.B. The result of the measurements is reprocessed automatically by the software when the tests
are copied or moved from the test lists to a new door created in the test management section.

PRINT REPORT

To print out the report of the tests associated with a door (as required by EN

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12453), proceed as follows: create the door type, enter all the door's
characteristics, transfer the tests carried out (at the points listed by the
software), and then, finally, select the door. You can now view a print
preview (to check that all the data entered is correct), then proceed with the
printout.

Remark: The report can be printed in the PDF format in which it is drawn up.

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VIEWING AND PRINTING OVERLAID GRAPHS

To print out several overlaid graphs (from 2 to a maximum of 5),

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proceed as follows:

Left-click the mouse to select the desired graphs

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Right-click once to view the whole graph and then again to

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enable the print function.

PRINT TEST LIST

It is possible to generate a print report of all tests present in section "tests list".

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In the report section "Tests data", are reported only measures Dynamic Force, dynamic Time, Static Force, Final (End) Force, of all tests

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saved.

The report sections Verifier Data, Customer Data and gate Identification, are left empty to permit to technician to write them, after printing

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report.

INSTRUMENT / LANGUAGE SETTING

The language setting can be accessed from the File, Settings menu.

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In the menu File, Settings, Info: the main specifications of the

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instrument are displayed: Model, Serial number, Calibration date,
firmware version, (Date and Time settings are only found on models
equipped with internal clock).

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FURTHER DETAILS (RIGHT-CLICK)

WARNING!! The right hand button of the mouse can be used at several stages. Use of this button

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activates short cuts for carrying out important functions such as Print, Delete, Copy, etc.

Print PDF file / Edit / Erase

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Export / Import Client, Door, File

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Grid, Zoom (on graph only)

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LOGO SETTING

The Modify function allows the Laboratory’s name and address etc. to be changed.

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The Load logo Image function allows selection of a new image (Logo) for inclusion in the heading of

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the printed report. This allows printouts to be customised with the user’s own corporate / personal logo.

USE OF IMPORT/EXPORT COMMANDS

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The Import/Export commands are helpful for routine “maintenance” of the Blue Force Software; quite simply, they allow data to be

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exported, filed or entered in a database and then deleted. This way, clients or tests that are no longer used can be removed to “lighten up”
the software.

Export client: this allows all the client-related data to be saved (including the closure types and relative associated tests) in a series of .txt

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files and directories, depending on the number of doors and the measuring points associated with them (with the relative impact test files).
Exported client files are organized as follows: one directory [client name] contains one file named clientname.txt and as many directories
[door name] as there are closure types associated with the client. For a description of the contents of the directories [door name], see the
section on the “Export door to file” command.

Import client: this allows a client previously exported using the “Export client" command to be associated with a laboratory/tester (and

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entered in the database). To import the client, simply open the clientname.txt file found in the directory [client name]created with the
“Export client” command.

Export door to file: this allows all the door-related data to be saved (including the relative associated tests) in a series of .txt files and

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directories, depending on the number measuring points associated with the door type (with the relative impact test files).

Exported closure type files are organized as follows: one directory [door name] contains one file named doorname.txt and as many

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directories [measuring points] as there are measuring points associated with that closure type.

The directories [measuring points] contain the testname.dat files relating to the

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associated impact tests.

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Import door from file: this allows a door exported previously to be associated with a client (and entered in the database). To import the

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door, simply open the doorname.txt file found in the directory [door name] created with the “Export door to file” command.

Associate test: by entering an impact test taken in a certain measurement position using the ‘Associate test’ menu, you can select the

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directory containing the file you wish to load. This also gives you the opportunity to select other files, including any that have been wrongly
associated with other measuring points or exported using the ‘Export client’ and ‘Export door to file’ commands.

UTILITIES AND GRAPH DISPLAY

The graph utilities function allows the user to perform a more in-depth analysis of the impact curve.

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Export to file: exports impact test file to txt file in a format importable by Excel (force – time table).

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Export to bitmap file: exports impact force graph to an image file in bitmap format.

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Grid / Template: the impact force graph can be viewed with an overlaid scaled grid for easier reading.

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Zoom t x 5: expansion of the time scale for a better view of the dynamic phase.

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Print PDF file: to print out the file in PDF format.

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FULL SCREEN GRAPH MODE

The File -> Settings -> Graph menu offers a choice of two graph display functions:

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Normal and Full Screen.

The default setting is Normal, while the Full Screen function allows the graph to be

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enlarged to occupy the whole of the screen.

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The Full Screen al lo ws even tests

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do w n l o a d e d d ir e c tl y f r o m th e
instrument one after the other to be

viewed in this mode.

To activate this function, select the Full

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Screen option then open the graph of any
test and finally start testing with the
instrument.

N.B. this function can also be used with the instrument set in PC ON mode, connected with the USB lead or the Bluetooth adapter.

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BLUEFORCE SOFTWARE (commands)

GRAPH: It shows the course force-time of the selected test, it visualizes also values of: Dynamic Force, Dynamic Time, Static Force,

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Final Force.

ERASE TEST: Erase definitively the test selected into the section "Tests List" or in the section "Tests Management".

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NEW CUSTOMER: This option is active only when a verifier is selected. It permits the creation of a new customer to couple with the

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verifier. It will open an input form, where it is possible to insert: Name, Address, V.A.T., Phone/Fax.

MODIFY CUSTOMER: This option is active only when a verifier is selected.It opens an input form, where it is possible to insert or

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modify customer data.

ERASE CUSTOMER: If customer has no gates associated, it shows a confirmation form: if you click on OK, the customer selected will

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be cancelled. It is not allowed to cancel a customer that has one or more gates associated, proceed first with the cancellation of gates

NEW GATE: This option is active only when a customer is selected. It permits the creation of a new gate associated with the customer.

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In the input form (reference, address, location,installation date, etc.) it is also possible to select the kind of gate (sliding, hinged,
tilting, lifting, barriers, generic). The program generates automatically all measuring points related to the kind of gate choosen for the
tests based on european norms.

MODIFY GATE: This option is active only when a gate is selected. It permits to modify the data of the gate (reference, address,

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location,installation date, etc.).

CANCEL GATE: If the selected gate has no tests associated, it shows a confirmation window: if you press OK the gate will be erased. It

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is not allowed to erase gates with associated tests.

PRINT OF REPORT: It shows a print-preview of the report with all data of selected gate (verifier data, customer data, instrument

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data, gate data, tests data). In section "Tests Data" there are written the values measured by instrument (Dynamic Force, Dynamic
Time, Static Force, Final (End) Force), limits imposed by norm, and results of all tests associated to the gate.

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BLUEFORCE SOFTWARE (Main menu)

File: New verifier: It permits to create a new verifier.

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Pocket PC: It establishes the connection to pocket-PC (if presents), showing an additional window on the left, that

Settings: Serial Port: It permits to select the serial port, associated with the instrument

Info: It shows instrument data (serial number, calibration date)

Language: to change the software language.

represents the list of tests saved.

Print tests list: It prints a generic report (without reference to any customer or gate) with all tests present in section "Tests

Delete tests list : it erases all tests in “Tests list”.

Exit: Close the BlueForce program.

Verifier New Verifier: It permits to create a new verifier.

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Modify: It permits to modify verifier data (name, address, v.a.t.,...)

Delete: It eliminates the verifier selected. It is possible to eliminate a verifier, only if he has no customers associated (first

Detail: it shows data of selected verifier (name, address, v.a.t.,...)

New Customer: create new customer to associate with the selected verifier.

Customer New: It creates a new customer, to associate to selected verifier.

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Modify: It permits to modify customer's data (name, address, v.a.t....)

Delete: It eliminates the selected customer. It is possible to eliminate a customer, only it he has no gates associated (first

Detail: It shows data of selected customer (name, address, v.a.t.,...)

list".

eliminate customers).

eliminate gates).

New gate: It permits the creation of a new gate associated to the selected customer.

Gate: Modify: It permits to modify gate data (reference, type, location,...)

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Delete: It eliminates the gate selected. It is possible to eliminate a gate, only if it has no tests associated (first eliminate

Detail: it shows data of selected gate (reference, type, location,...)

Point of measure: Load Test file: it permits to associate a test present in section "tests list", to the point of measure on the

Detail: It shows a description of the point of measure, related to the position selected.

Print: It print a complete report of all tests associated to test selected, with all gate data, customer data and verifier data.

Tests: Graph: It shows the force-time graph, with limits and measures associated to selected test.

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Detail: It shows data related to the selected test (reference, point of measure, test file,...).

Modify: It permits to modify the reference or file associated..

Delete: Cancellation of selected test.

tests)

selected gate. Insert file name in the field "Test file" or select file from the list.

ATTENTION !!! The software will be periodically updated and improved,

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anyway the basic functions described into “Panoramic of BlueForce
software” will be always the same.

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CARES FOR PROPER USE OF THE INSTRUMENT

ATTENTION ! Follow the rules of "proper use and safety on work»

Instrument Use

ATTENTION ! Don't expose the instrument to high temperature (>80°C)

ATTENTION ! Don't dip the instrument in any liquid.

USE OF THE INSTRUMENT

The Instrument is composed by:

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(1) Head

(2) body with electronics and buttons

(3) wing

To replace the battery, remove the cover, by unscrew the two screw (4)

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NOTE: after battery replacement, the DATE and TIME have to be set as described in the

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DESCRIPTION OF DEVICE FUNCTIONS on page 4.

It is possible to dismount and to turn upside down the handle, by means of the

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hexagonal spanner.

In place of the handle, you can apply the accessories (optionals)

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ON-SITE MEASUREMENT POSITIONS

(1) Position on sliding leaf, instrument with straight accessory (total 30 cm)

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(2) Position on sliding leaf, instrument with straight accessory plus additional element (total 50 cm)

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(3) Position on vertical leaf, instrument with angular accessory plus additional element (total 150 cm)

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(4) Position on vertical leaf with straight accessory (total 30 cm)

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N.B. Additional guides can be found on the Microtronics web site.

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ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY

LINEAR ACCESSORY 30-50 cm. (Picture 1)

Tests based on EN 12445 norm, impose points of measure and distances well defined.

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For 30 cm and 50 cm it is necessary the linear accessory 30-50cm.

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Accessory Assembly

MOUNT THE INSTRUMENT HOLDER (Picture 2-3)

Remove the central screw of the handle, by means of enclosed hexagonal key.

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Remove the bolt and insert the holder, making correspond the spindle with the notch hole in

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the Instrument body.

Fix the holder by means of enclosed knob.

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Verify that thread spindle of knob is well screwed to handle.

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REMARK: it is possible to not use the handle, but use the enclosed blind bolt.

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MOUNT SPACERS (Picture 4)

For 30cm measures, insert the spacer with head on the Instrument holder.

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Push with strenght, and then turn the spacer following the joint.

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If necessary, add the additional spacer for 50cm measures.

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JOINT ACCESSORIES (Picture 5)

To assemble accessories and spacers correctly, it is necessary to insert with strenght the tube

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with spindle aligned to reference notch, and then turn of 180° to insert the joint secur-lock.

ANGULAR ACCESSORY (Picture 6-7)

To assemble correctly the angular accessory, it is necessary to insert the element with ring

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terminal into the holder with screw and blind bolt.

Attention! The four washers must be equally divided, two on the right and two on the left of

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the ring element.

To use the angular accessory, it is necessary to fix The Instrument with the holder and the

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enclosed spacers (1,25m. or 0,60m), and then press the stirrup on the floor with a foot, while
supporting the tube of spacer with an hand.

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Informative Appendix

INFORMATIVE APPENDIX (questions and answers)

Below there are listed the most common questions, asked by technicians. For closer examination, please refer to the norm EN 12453.

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Briefly, what does the EN 12453:2017 norm speak about?

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The EN 12453 norm “Industrial, commercial and garage doors and gates – Safety in use of powered operated doors – Requirements and test

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methods” describes in detail the risks related to safety of automatic gates and doors, and fixes the limits of crushing force, both in amplitude
(Newton) and in duration (seconds).

The EN 12453 norm describes also the tests to be carried out to verify the safety of various kind of automatic gates and doors, from sliding

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doors to barriers. Besides, it describes the technical data of the force measurement instrument, and underlines the need to have the
instrument periodically calibrated at least once a year.

What are the responsibilities of technician?

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From 1st May 2005, it is mandatory to carry out the CE marking on automatic doors and gates. The technician shall : 1) Compile the

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Technical Dossier, with force measurements reports enclosed; 2) Subscribe the CE Declaration to be delivered to customer; 3) Put, in
indelible manner, the CE mark on the automatic door.

Is it necessary to use accessories ?

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During the use, instrument has to be holded up, in a way to not alter tests results. There are some easy measurements, in which the

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instrument can be used with the original handle; in other measurements, it is necessary to use proper extensions. For example, in barriers,
the extension must be fixed to ground, and must have the possibility to adjust height and tilt.

How the resultant graph is to be interpreted?

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The resultant test graph, rapresents the diagram of Force (amplitude expressed in Newton, on vertical ax) versus Time (duration expressed

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in seconds, on horizontal ax).

The interpretation of diagram in the BlueForce program is easy and immediate: what is more important is that the trend of the diagram must

be entirely contained into the coloured mask. However, to be able to make adjustments on the gate installed, it is very important to
understand the meaning of parameters measured. Let’s look at the force diagram: by convention there are three separated areas:

A) IMPACT –“Dynamic period”: it shows the trend of the force during the

first instants of contact, and represents the energy released in the
initial impact, related to speed and mass of gate.

The parameters measured are:
Fd : maximum peak value of force (N), based on the kind of gate and

position, it shall be less than 400N or 1400N.

Td : duration of force peak (s) must be less than 0.75s.

B) CRUSHING –“Static period”: it represents the force trend, after the

first impact. It represents the crushing force generated by motor, that
insists on pushing also after the impact.

The parameters measured are:
Fs : it is the average value of static force, normally it must be less than

150N.

Fe : it is the value of final force, measured after 5 seconds from the

first contact. Normally the force should decrease until reaching the
maximum level of 25N.

C) END PHASE: after 5 seconds from the first contact, the residual force

must be always less or equal than 25N.

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General Info

INSTRUMENT MAINTENANCE

If possible, always put away the Instrument into its suitcase.

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To replace the 9V battery, you have to proceed in the following manner: unscrew the rear lid, remove the clip-connector from the exausted

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battery, replace the battery with an equivalent one (high capacity Alcaline), and close again the lid with screws, paying attention to embed
correctly the battery on the lid seat.

In the case of intensive use, clean the Instrument with a lightly wet cloth.

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Don’t try to remove the lateral screws, and the screws on the aluminium head, because they are internally blocked.

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EN 12445 norm, says that instrument must be re-calibrated at least one time for year. Calibration must be carried out only by producer's

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laboratory. Microtronics suggests to calibrate the instrument every time it had to suffer a fall or a bump, transversal to normal direction of
force measuring.

WARRANTY CONDITIONS

The hardware of the product is guaranteed 24 months from date of purchase. During this period, we replace or repair the piece found to be

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defective from the origin, free of charge, only if customer can show the purchase receipt. Products to be repaired, have to be sended at
charge of customer. Warranty does not cover:

Any aesthetical imperfection, dued to normal production process.

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Normal consumption of the instrument.

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Damages caused by inadeguate or improper repairs, carried out by not authorized people.

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Damages caused by negligence, accidents, modifications, or other use, different from what is written in this manual.

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Possible bugs (imperfections) of software, and/or incompatibility with PC or other external peripherals.

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Damages dued to transport.

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RESPONSIBILITY

REMARK: The indication of NEGATIVE RESPONSE / POSITIVE RESPONSE returned by instrument and/or by software, must be considered

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merely a suggestion.

Microtronics Srl is not responsible in any way, for any possible damage or injury to people/things, that may come from wrong interpretation

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of tests results, or from improper use of the instrument.

SOFTWARE USER LICENCE

It is granted only one user licence for the software “Blue Force”, valids for installation on only one PC and one POCKETPC.

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All programs and files enclosed with MICROTRONICS products, belongs to their producers and are copyright protected.

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It is not allowed to copy, modify, disassemble, even partially, software provided with MICROTRONICS products

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GENERAL INFO

Information in this document is subject to change without notice. - 2006-2015 Microtronics S.r.l. All rights reserved -

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Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Microtronics is strictly forbidden.

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The Microtronics logo, and Blue Force are trademarks of Microtronics S.r.l. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft

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corporation. Microtronics disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others.

IMPROPER USE OF THE INSTRUMENTS

MICROTRONICS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL

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DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS), EVEN IF MICROTRONICS, OR ITS RESELLER, HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

RAEE Refuses Norm about electric and electronic equipments

In European Community, this label means that this product has not to be

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disposed together with domestic refuses. It must be put in a suitable
plant, which must be capable to carry out recovery and recycling.

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Technical Data - Certification

TECHNICAL DATA

Dimensions and Weight: 280x80x50mm - approx. 1.6 Kg

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Power supply: 9V alkaline battery

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Memory capacity: 80 tests

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Force acq. interval: 6 sec, sampling at 1kHz

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Force measurement range: 0-2000N (mechanical stop at approx. 2100N)

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Force measurement resolution: 1N

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Dynamic time measurement resolution: 0.01s

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Maximum force measurement error margin: range from 25 to 200N: +/- 0,5% F.S; from 200N to 1000N: +/- 1% F.S; from 1000 to

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2000N: +/- 2% F.S;

CE-EMC conformity at TUV Rheinland on sample BlueForce instrument serial no.: 00981

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Compliant with standards EN12445, EN12453, EN16005, EN60335-2-95, DHF TS 011:2016

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NFC interface: standard ISO/IEC 14443 and NFC Forum Type 4

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BLE interface: Bluetooth version 4.1

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USB interface: v.2.0 specification compliant

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(*) Compatible with Android devices with S.O. from 5.0 and with Apple devices with iOS from 9.0

(**) Compatible with all smartphones equipped with an active NFC interface.

And active Internet connection is required.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY CE

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