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High Level Data Processing








            The data processing unit, which uses an IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer, performs all of the control, operation, and   3  Handy Sample Registering                     4  Network Function and Auto Mail Function
            processing of data of the MXF-2400. The operation is all carried out through a personal computer. The available functions    In routine analysis there is no need to re-input a sample   Analysis results can be transmitted via LAN.
            include control and operation of the instrument, calculation of concentrations, and filling of analysis data.
                                                                                                                                         name once it has been registered along with the analysis   Analysis completion notifications, analysis result transfer and
                                                                                                                                         conditions.                                        error notifications can be e-mailed to specified addresses
                                                                                                                                         Sample names can be simply input with consecutive   using the e-mail notification function.
            Quantitative Calculation                                                                                                     numbers.
            Various calculation methods are selectable; you can select the method that is most suitable for your sample type and purpose of   Automatic operation possible by registering the device
            analysis.                                                                                                                    halt (standby) and start up in the schedule.

                           X-ray intensity
                            measurement

                           Drift correction   I = aIo + ß           a/ ß correction of X-ray intensity (kcps)

                          Overlap correction
                                                                    Spectrum overlapping is corrected and background
               Quantitative Analysis  Background suppression  R =    Io n 2   suppressed.
                                              I = Io – K1I1 – K2I2
                                                                    The ratio of scattered X-ray intensity and element
                        Correction with internal
                        standard (Ratio method)
                                                       Ir
                                                                    concentration is obtained.
                          Calibration curve

                                              Wi = Xi + ΣKjIj
                        Correction for absorption  Wi = aI + bI + c  X-ray intensities are converted into concentration values.
                                                                    Correction is made for absorption, enhancement,
                          and enhancement     Wi = Xi (l + ΣdjWj) ΣljWj  and overlapping due to matrix effects.
                            Presentation     I : X-ray intensity                   K : Coefficient                     α,β : Drift correction factors
                          (Printout) of data  dj : Absorption/enhancement correction factor    a, b, c, d : Calibration factors     Ij : Overlap correction factor
                                             W : Element concentration      j : Coexisting elemen              i : Analytical element             n : Ratio coefficient

                                                                                                                                       5  Self-Diagnostic Function                        6  Report Function
            Operation for Data Processing
                                                                                                                                         A self-diagnostic check corresponding to the alarm in   Analysis results (quantitative and qualitative/ quantitative)
            All the operation is made via a personal computer. The operation is exceedingly easy. Shown below are some typical display
                                                                                                                                         question can be instantaneously displayed to enable speedy   can be easily compiled in daily and monthly report formats.
            images.
                                                                                                                                         countermeasures.                                   Also editing is possible through the use of CSV output
                                                                                                                                                                                            function to enable reading into spreadsheet software such as
             1  Menu                                                                                                                                                                        EXCEL.
               Large icon display makes for excellent operability.




             2  Analysis Screen
               The analysis screen mainly comprises three windows:
               sample name input, analysis schedule and result display.
               Just input the analysis group and sample name and click
               on the Start button to effortlessly perform analysis.










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