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- Page 1 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO Model DC10-1 User Guide...
- Page 2 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO™ User Guide All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the information presented in this format. However, should any errors be detected, Datacolor appreciates your efforts to notify us of these oversights. Changes are periodically made to this information and are incorporated into forthcoming versions.
- Page 3 CONTENTS DATACOLOR COLORREADERPRO ............................1 ..................................... 1 NTRODUCTION PRO G ........................2 ATACOLOR OLOR EADER ENERAL NFORMATION GETTING STARTED ................................4 ’ ? ..................................4 S IN THE ............................4 NSTRUMENT ONTROLS AND NDICATORS ....................................6 LEEP MOBILE APPLICATION ................................7 ..................................
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Page 5: Datacolor Colorreaderpro
You can also use Datacolor ColorReaderPRO as a stand-alone tool. When you measure a color in stand-alone mode, the OLED screen displays the top 3 color numbers of the closest matches within the fan decks synced with the device. -
Page 6: Pro G Eneral I Nformation
• Ratings • Compliance and certification information Serial Number The serial number is programmed into Datacolor ColorReaderPRO and is displayed on the side panel display during product startup. Instrument Maintenance There are no user-serviceable parts for this equipment. Safety Warnings... - Page 7 Follow all instructions and warnings provided with the unit. • Read all instructions carefully before connecting the device to charge. Mobile Application Requirements The requirements to run Datacolor ColorReaderPRO mobile application include: Device Operating System IPhone® IOS® v. 9.3 or higher IPad Touch®...
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Page 8: Box?
Press the button to activate the device. The aperture at the bottom will flash. • Press the button to measure a color. • To turn off the device, press and hold the button until the display goes blank. • 4 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO... -
Page 9: Status Led
They include the collection name and color number. Battery Information and LED Indicator Datacolor ColorReaderPRO is equipped with a rechargeable lithium battery. A micro-USB cable is provided to charge the unit. When fully charged, the charge is good for 500 measurements. - Page 10 Sleep Mode Datacolor ColorReaderPRO will go to sleep when it is inactive for more than 5 minutes. When the device is in sleep mode and you try to access it through the mobile application, it will ask you to wake the unit.
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Page 11: Mobile Application
When you connect your charged Datacolor ColorReaderPRO to the mobile application for the first time, the software guides you through a registration process. You must register the Datacolor ColorReaderPro to use it. If you have been given an access code select I have an access code and enter it there. - Page 12 No Access Code: Main Screen Below is the Datacolor ColorReaderPRO main screen. You can access the application features from the icons at the bottom of the screen. Device Readings...
- Page 13 Calibrate the device every 8 hours to account for any changes in the device over time. This ensures that the measurements remain consistent over time. The Datacolor ColorReader mobile application and the stand-alone software remind you when calibration is required.
- Page 14 Search Results When you measure a sample, Datacolor ColorReader mobile application finds the closest matches stored in its fan deck database. It automatically displays the 3 closest matches on the portable device. Color of Measured Sample Three closest fan deck colors 1.
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Page 15: Device
This option gives you access to the Sync Fan Decks, Device Info, Calibration, and Support options. Device Info Use this option to disconnect Datacolor ColorReaderPRO from the mobile application, and to confirm technical information about the unit. 1. Tap Device, Device Info. Scroll down to view all of the information. -
Page 16: Deck
Fan deck names in gray identify the fan decks available in the cloud that you can add to your device. NOTE If you purchased Datacolor ColorReaderPRO from a paint manufacturer or other 3 party supplier, they may download fan deck data to your unit before sending it to you. If you find fan deck data installed on your unit immediately after registration, use the Sync option to add fan decks that you want to use. - Page 17 If you want to update all fan decks you have been using during the sync, you must activate each of them before starting the process. Support Use this option to be sent directly to our Datacolor ColorReaderPRO online support site where you can submit a ticket or call our representatives for any issues you may be experiencing.
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Page 18: Manage Project Colors
Manage Project Colors Datacolor ColorReader mobile application includes three data management options: Fan Decks, Palettes and Readings. • Fan Decks. Displays the fan decks included in the database • Palettes. Displays the colors selected for each project you are running •... - Page 19 3. You will see a list of all the fan 4. Tap on an individual fan deck to activate or deactivate decks on the device. for the search. Tap Match. • Red: Activated • Gray: Deactivated • 15 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO...
- Page 20 Color Journeys was activated, the results were immediately updated: Color Preview Matches Color Journeys Matches You can select multiple fan The application will find the best matches from all fan decks for the search. decks selected. • 16 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO...
- Page 21 Palette Management Using the Datacolor ColorReader mobile application, you measure samples and find the closest color matches in your database. When you make a final color selection, you can store it in a palette. Palettes are collections of the colors you select for a specific project.
- Page 22 Tap to select one of the View Palette displays. Tap Back. The color displays in palettes. the palette. You can add a label to the color as an additional reference. See Edit Palette Colors for instructions. • 18 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO...
- Page 23 2. Tap in the color label field to display the keyboard. Enter the label. In this example, the customer has chosen two similar colors for the bedroom walls. They can make a final decision later based on color preference, cost, or availability of the materials. • 19 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO...
- Page 24 You can view the individual colors in a palette at any time. Tap Palettes at the bottom of the screen to view the palettes in your system. 2. Tap one of the palettes to see the contents: • 20 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO...
- Page 25 3. Choose the application you would like to use to share. A link will be created and added to the message section of your chosen platform. • 21 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO...
- Page 26 Fan Deck Display Coordinate Colors Use this option to view suggested color schemes for your swatch. 1. Tap Readings, select the swatch you want to coordinate, and tap Coordinate Colors. • 22 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO...
- Page 27 This option allows you to set a standard to compare readings and determine a pass or fail match. 1. Tap a previous Reading or take a new Reading to set as your standard, then tap QC Mode in the top right corner. • 23 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO...
- Page 28 2. You can now take readings and see if the new measurements are within a 1 deltaE of the original measurement that was set as your standard with easy to read Pass/Fail indicators. • 24 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO...
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Page 29: Stand-Alone Functions
Display device information Color Lookup When you are not connected to the mobile application and you measure a color, Datacolor ColorReaderPRO will display the 3 closest matches it finds on the device display. It displays the fan deck name on the first line and color number on the second line. -
Page 30: Appendix
Specifications are subject to change without notice Mobile Application Specifications Device Operating System IPhone® IOS® v. 9.3 or higher IPad Touch® IOS v. 9.3 or higher Android 6.0 or higher © Bluetooth® v. 4.0 or higher • 26 Datacolor ColorReaderPRO...