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Datacolor ColorReader Model DC10-2 User Guide...
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Datacolor ColorReader™ 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.
Datacolor ColorReader Introduction Datacolor ColorReader Model DC10-2 is an accurate color reader designed to measure an inspiration color and report the nearest reference color from a proprietary color system. You can use Datacolor ColorReader to quickly and accurately measure samples, and find the closest color matches in a fan deck collection stored on the mobile application.
• Compliance and certification information Serial Number The serial number is programmed into Datacolor ColorReader and is displayed on the bottom of the box and in the mobile application under the device tab. Instrument Maintenance There are no user-serviceable parts for this equipment.
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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 ColorReader mobile application include: Device Operating System IPhone® IOS® v. 9.3 or higher IPod Touch®...
Instrument Controls and Indicators This section identifies all controls and indicators on the device, On/Off Button Aperture USB Port On/Off Button • To turn off the device, press and hold the button until the LED light turns off. • 4 Datacolor ColorReader...
Device is not being charged and battery life is less than 10% Sleep Mode Datacolor ColorReader 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.
When you connect your charged Datacolor ColorReader to the mobile application for the first time, the software guides you through a registration process. You must register the Datacolor ColorReader to use it. If you have been given an access code select I have an access code and enter it there.
No Access Code: Main Screen Below is the Datacolor ColorReader main screen. You can access the application features from the icons at the bottom of the screen. Device Readings...
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 will remind you when calibration is required. Use the mobile application to calibrate the unit.
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.
This option gives you access to the Device Info, Calibration, and Support options. Device Info Use this option to disconnect Datacolor ColorReader 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.
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Support Use this option to be sent directly to our Datacolor ColorReader online support site where you can submit a ticket or call our representatives for any issues you may be experiencing. 1. Tap Device, then Support. Click Contact Customer Support to open the support site in a internet browser window.
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 •...
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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 • 13 Datacolor ColorReader...
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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. • 14 Datacolor ColorReader...
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.
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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. • 16 Datacolor ColorReader...
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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. • 17 Datacolor ColorReader...
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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: • 18 Datacolor ColorReader...
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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. • 19 Datacolor ColorReader...
View Fan Deck This option displays a visual atlas of the colors in the fan deck. It displays the portion of the atlas that contains the color you have selected. for instructions. Fan Deck Display • 20 Datacolor ColorReader...
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See for instructions. Fan Deck Search Selection 4. Once you have decided on your coordinated colors, you can tap Save as Palette. See for instructions. Palette Management • 21 Datacolor ColorReader...
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Mode in the top right corner. 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. • 22 Datacolor ColorReader...
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Pursuant to Part 15.21 of the FCC rules, any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Datacolor may cause harmful interference and void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.
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