Connecting A Personal Computer - Konica Minolta cm-5 Instruction Manual

Connecting a Personal Computer

Connect the instrument to a PC with the supplied USB cable IF-A19 (2 m).
• When connected to a PC, the instrument enters the communication mode automatically. The LCD screen
Memo
displays "Communicating" and the measuring and control buttons are disabled.
• If remote measurement from a PC using the optional Color Management Software SpectraMagic™ NX is
configured for the instrument, it will be possible to measure by pressing the [MEAS] button on the instrument.
In such cases, "Communicating" will be displayed on the screen title tab. However, because only the [MEAS]
button is enabled at this time, switching display screens will not be possible. Also, sample data will be saved to
the instrument memory as well as to the PC.
• To connect the instrument with a PC, it is recommended that you use software that enables connection and
operation of the instrument (such as the optional Color Management Software SpectraMagic™ NX).
• The USB communication port of the instrument conforms to USB 1.1.
• To connect the instrument to a PC, you need to install the USB driver dedicated to the CM-5. Install the USB
Notes
driver supplied with the software that enables connection and operation of the instrument.
• The instrument is not designed to be powered via the USB cable. You need to connect the AC adapter.
• Make sure that the USB connector plug is oriented correctly and connected securely.
• When connecting/disconnecting the USB cable, be sure to hold the connector plug. Do not pull on or forcibly
bend the cable. Otherwise, wire breakage may result.
• Make sure that the cable has sufficient length. Putting tension on the cable may cause connection failure or wire
breakage.
• To connect the USB cable connector, check the shape of the receptacle (connection terminal) and insert the
connector fully until it is secured.
[Operating Procedure]
In general, a USB cable can be connected/disconnected while the instrument is turned ON, however, you need to
turn OFF the instrument in the procedure below.
1. Turn OFF the instrument (Slide the Power switch to
"".).
2. Connect the B connector of the USB cable to the USB
connection terminal (B type) of the instrument.
• Fully insert the connector and ensure secure connection.
3. Connect the A connector of the USB cable to the USB
port of the PC.
4. Turn ON the instrument (Slide the Power switch to
" ❙ ".).
• When you are prompted to install the USB driver, specify
the USB driver included with the software and complete the
installation.
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