
Operating Instructions
PCE Americas Inc.
711 Commerce Way
Suite 8
Jupiter
FL-33458
USA
From outside US: +1
Tel: (561) 320-9162
Fax: (561) 320-9176
info@pce-americas.com
www.pce-instruments.com/english
www.pce-instruments.com
PCE Instruments UK Ltd.
Units 12/13
Southpoint Business Park
Ensign way
Hampshire / Southampton
United Kingdom, SO31 4RF
From outside UK: +44
Tel: (0) 2380 98703 0
Fax: (0) 2380 98703 9
info@industrial-needs.com
Light Meter
ML-5052C / ML-5052B

Perspective view of ML 5032C/B USB
Back of display unit:
- serial number of display unit
- calibration seal for DAkkS- or
factory certificate (if available)
- battery door
Back of photometer head:
- serial number of display unit
- tripod socket ¼ “
Display
Key pad
Lightcollector
Photometerhead
Circular
orifice
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Thank you for buying the precise MAVOLUX 5032C/B USB from GOSSEN. Your new luxmeter
guarantees the reliably measure for illuminance of daylight and artificial sources of light including
LED. Even in the case of very bright sunlight or illumination from headlights, no accessories are
required.
Maximum reliability – Classified measurement of illuminance in lx or fc in accordance with
class B or class C per DIN 5032-7, appendix B of IEC 13032-1 and CIE 69.
Precise Measured Values – Accuracy amounts to + 3% + 1 digit of the display value.
Broad measuring range – High initial sensitivity and a resolution of 0.01 lx or 0.001 fc for
the M/ 5032B USB and of 0.1 lx or 0.01 fc for the M/ 5032C USB, right on
up to large illuminance values of 199,900 lx or 19,990 fc.
Calibration Capability – As an option, the accredited Light Lab can issue a
factory or a DAkkS calibration certificate for measuring equipment monitoring in accordance
with DIN EN ISO 9001.
V(λ) matching – The spectral sensitivity of the silicon photodiode is color corrected and
corresponds to the spectral brightness sensitivity of the human eye V(λ). The quality of this
adaptation represents a significant difference between the class B and class C variants.
Cosine correction – The luminosity of a flat measuring surface is proportional to the
cosine of the incident angle of light. This relationship is taken into consideration by the
receiver during evaluation.
Non-volatile memory – 100 measured values can be saved, retrieved or transmitted to a
PC via the integrated USB port.
Computer-aided measurement - The USB interface with open protocol documentation
allows the integration in own test systems or the communication with the GLUX 2 software.
Convenient everyday use – Simple operation, easy to read display, compact design.
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Contents Page
1 Display and Operation Elements ......... 9
1.1 Display .................................................. 9
1.2 Key Pad ................................................. 9
2 Functioning of MAVOLUX ................. 10
2.1 Preparation ........................................... 10
2.2 Automatic Switch-Off –
Continuous Operation ........................... 10
3 MAVOLUX Operation ......................... 11
3.1 Switch On – Make Measurements ........ 11
3.2 Selecting Measurement Unit lx, fc ........ 11
3.3 Overload and Zero Point Indication....... 11
3.4 Memory Functions ................................ 12
3.4.1 Hold – Display Hold Function ............... 12
3.4.2 Mem – Save Measured Values ............. 13
3.4.3 Mem-Edit – Overwrite a Saved
Measured Value ................................... 14
3.4.4 Mem-Recall – Data Memory Recall ..... 15
3.4.5 Mem-Clear – Clear Memory ................. 16
4 USB-Port - GLUX 2 Software ............. 16
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5 Accessories ........................................ 17
5.1 Delivery Contents ................................. 17
5.2 Optional Accessories ............................ 17
5.2.1 Luminance Attachment ......................... 17
5.2.2 Adapter Disc ........................................ 17
7 Specifications ..................................... 1

Preparation for use
This icon identifies important warnings which should be read in any case before the initial start-
Please ensure that you are familiar with the operation of your measuring device and do some test measurements to
ensure the proper function of the device. If you are using it for quality inspections or for expertise please check if the
instrument is calibrated and it is within the defined calibration interval. :H assumes no liability for
consequential damages.
Safety Precautions
Please read these safety precautions carefully before using your measuring device. This will help you to
avoid damaging the product and prevent personal injury.
up of your product.
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Warnings
In the event of malfunction, switch off the measuring device immediately.
If the event that smoke develops or unusual odors become apparent, which are caused by either the
measuring device, remove the battery from the meter in order to prevent possible fire. Continuing to
operate the measuring device after such malfunctions have occurred may result in severe injury.
or send the meter in for repairs, make sure that the battery has been removed first.
Never use the measuring device in proximity to flammable gases.
Electronic devices must not be used near flammable gases. Otherwise there would be danger of
explosion and fire.
Never hang the device and/or the carrying strap around the head or neck of a child.
Danger of strangulation exists if the carrying strap is hung around the head or neck of a child.
Store the measuring device at a location which cannot be accessed by children.
The measuring device and its accessories include parts which can be swallowed. Make sure that
these parts (e.g. housing covers, battery etc.) do not fall into the hands of children who might swallow
them. Otherwise, danger of suffocation prevails.
Do not dismantle the measuring device.
Never touch any parts located inside of the housing - injury may result. Never attempt to repair the
meter yourself or try to open the device. Repairs may only be made by qualified personnel. If the
device’s housing is damaged due to dropping or other external influences, remove the rechargeable
Avoid any and all contact with liquid crystals.
If the display is damaged (e.g. broken), danger of injury due to contact with glass shards or discharge
of liquid crystals exists. Make sure that skin, eyes and mouth do not come into contact with the liquid
crystals.
Please contact your local dealer or Service in order to eliminate malfunctioning. If you bring
battery or power supply and contact your local dealer or Service for repair.
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Handle batteries with care.
Rechargeable and normal batteries may leak or explode if handled incorrectly.
Please adhere to the following safety precautions:
Make sure that the measuring device is switched off before removing or inserting batteries. Only use the
batteries which are recommended for this meter.
Make sure that the battery is inserted correctly.
Never short-circuit batteries, and never attempt to open a rechargeable or a normal battery.
Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat or open flames.
Do not expose the batteries to moisture; never immerse batteries in water.
If the meter is not used regularly, remove the battery and close the battery compartment cover
Never store batteries together with metallic objects which might cause short-circuiting.
Danger of leakage exists, especially in the case of empty batteries. In order to prevent damage to the
measuring device, batteries should be removed when fully depleted or in case of lengthy periods of non-use.
When not in use, batteries should be stored in a cool place.
Batteries heat up during use and may become hot. Be careful not to burn yourself when removing batteries.
Switch the measuring device off or wait until it has shut itself down, and then wait a bit longer until the battery
has cooled down.
Do not use batteries which show any signs of damage such as discoloration or deformation of the housing.
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