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X-Rite SP52 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 SP52 S P H E R E S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 3 Dear X-Rite Customer: Congratulations! We at X-Rite, Incorporated are proud to present you with a X-Rite SP52 Sphere Spectrophotometer. This instrument represents the very latest in microcontrollers, integrated circuits, optics, and display technology. As a result, your X-Rite instrument is a rugged and reliable instrument whose performance and design exhibit the qualities of a finely engineered instrument, which is not surpassed.
  • Page 4 Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 5 Adaptern als X-Rite SE30-81 (115 V) oder SE30-77 (100-240 V). Verwenden Sie nur den X-Rite Akkupack SP62-79-23. ADVERTENCIA: No use otro cargador de las pilas que no sea la pieza X-Rite SE30-81 (115V) o SE30-77 (100-240V), para evitar el riesgo de mal funcionamiento del equipo.
  • Page 6 Model No.: SP52 Directive(s) Conformance: EMC 89/336/EEC LVD 73/23/EEC WEEE As of August 13, 2005, X-Rite products meet the European Union – Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive. Please refer to www.xrite.com for more information on X-Rite’s compliance with the WEEE directive.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Proprietary Notice Warranty Information 1 Overview and Setup 1.1 Instrument Description .............. 1-1 1.2 Unpack and Inspect..............1-2 1.3 Install the Battery Pack.............. 1-2 1.4 Apply Power ................1-3 1.5 Charging the Battery Pack ............1-3 1.6 Unlatching the Instrument Shoe ..........1-4 1.7 Instrument I/O Serial Interface ..........
  • Page 8 4.1 General Information..............4-1 4.1.1 Sample Averaging............4-1 4.2 Measure Mode ................4-1 5 Instrument Configuration 5.1 General Information..............5-1 5.2 Language ................... 5-1 5.3 Database Tools ................5-2 5.3.1 Add Location Name or Sample Name ......5-3 5.3.2 Factory Presets ..............5-4 5.3.3 Clear all Databases............

  • Page 9: Proprietary Notice

    (excluding battery pack) for a period of 12 months. This warranty shall be fulfilled by the repair or replacement, at the option of X-Rite, of any part or parts, free of charge including labor, F.O.B. its factory or authorized service center.
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  • Page 11: Overview And Setup

    Unlatching the Instrument Shoe Instrument I/O Serial Interface Attaching the Wrist Strap Instrument Description The SP52 Sphere Spectrophotometer is used to measure and store sample color readings. When samples are stored, the instrument is used in conjunction with a ColorDesigner software package.

  • Page 12: Unpack And Inspect

    Your instrument was packaged in a specially designed carton to assure against damage. If shipment is necessary, the instrument should be packaged in the original carton. If the original carton is not available, contact X-Rite to have a replacement carton shipped to you. Install the Battery Pack The instrument is shipped from the factory with the battery pack removed.

  • Page 13: Apply Power

    1. Verify that the voltage indicated on the adapter complies with the AC line voltage in your area. If not, contact X-Rite or an authorized representative. 2. Insert the small plug from the adapter into the power-input connector on the instrument. (If you are using serial cable SE108-92, you may insert the small plug into the power connector at the end of the cable.)

  • Page 14: Unlatching The Instrument Shoe

    C H A P T E R O N E 3. Plug the adapter into an AC wall receptacle. Power Input Adapter Small Plug Unlatching the Instrument Shoe The shoe can be pivoted open 180° from its closed position. To Unlatch the Instrument Shoe: 1.

  • Page 15: Instrument I/O Serial Interface

    O V E R V I E W A N D S E T U P Instrument I/O Serial Interface The instrument is connected to your ColorDesigner system computer using an interface cable. To install the interface cabling: 1. Insert the modular end of the interface cable into the I/O port located on the back of the instrument.
  • Page 16 C H A P T E R O N E...

  • Page 17: User Interface

    S P 5 2 S P H E R E S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R User Interface What to Expect Navigation – Basic Key Operation Measurement Mode Using the Instrument Keys Instrument Indicator Light Important Measurement Techniques What to Expect...

  • Page 18: Tab Down Key

    C H A P T E R T W O 2.2.1 Tab Down key Advances the highlighted bar (reverse image) to the next available “tab stop.” A “tab stop” indicates an item that can be acted on further, such as a menu item. Tab stops generally follow a left-to-right or top-to-bottom sequence.

  • Page 19: Sample Information

    U S E R I N T E R F A C E 2.3.1 Sample Information This area displays the location name, sample name and samples stored in the selected location. Pressing the Enter # key when Location is highlighted provides access to the selection Bedroom editor.

  • Page 20: Opening A Mode Or Menu

    C H A P T E R T W O 2.4.1 Opening a Mode or Menu Opening a mode or menu gives you access to additional items related to the menu or specific information for a mode. – M A I N M E N U – C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e a s u r e L a n g u a g e : E n g l i s h...

  • Page 21: Instrument Indicator Light

    U S E R I N T E R F A C E To open the editor: 1. Use the Tab $@ keys to choose the desired digit or number location (arrows above and below designate selection). 2. Press the Enter # key to access the editor. NOTE: You can press the Enter # key again to quickly page through groups of letters, symbols, and numbers.

  • Page 22: Important Measurement Techniques

    C H A P T E R T W O Important Measurement Techniques The variety of items that the instrument can measure is almost endless. However, to obtain accurate and repeatable measurements, the bottom of the shoe must be on the surface to be measured.

  • Page 23: Instrument Calibration

    S P 5 2 S P H E R E S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R Instrument Calibration General Information Positioning the Instrument on the Reference Calibration Procedure General Information Under normal circumstances, the instrument should be calibrated at least once a day.

  • Page 24: Positioning The Instrument On The Reference

    C H A P T E R T H R E E Positioning the Instrument on the Reference The calibration reference consists of a ceramic disk for white calibration measurements and a trap opening for black calibration measurements. The instrument shoe fits snuggly in both positions.

  • Page 25: Calibration Procedure

    I N S T R U M E N T C A L I B R A T I O N Calibration Procedure A calibration procedure consists of a white measurement followed by a black measurement. The instrument notifies you when a calibration is required.
  • Page 26 C H A P T E R T H R E E...

  • Page 27: Instrument Operations

    S P 5 2 S P H E R E S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R Instrument Operations General Information Measure Mode General Information The basic operation of the measure mode is to measure and store sample data.
  • Page 28 C H A P T E R F O U R To measure and store a sample: Location 1. At the measure menu screen, make sure highlighted and select the desired location (refer to Section Two for procedure). Locations are labeled A – Z (excluding I and O).

  • Page 29: Instrument Configuration

    S P 5 2 S P H E R E S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R Instrument Configuration General Information Language Database Tools Security General Information The configuration menu contains several menu items that can be modified to meet your individual requirements.

  • Page 30: Database Tools

    C H A P T E R F I V E Database Tools The Database Tools allow you to configure the following settings: • Add Location Name – Used to manually enter location names using the editor. • Add Sample Name – Used to manually enter sample names using the editor.

  • Page 31: Add Location Name Or Sample Name

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N S To open the Database Tools menu: Database Tools 1. Use the Tab $@ keys to highlight C o n f i g u r a t i o n L a n g u a g e : E n g l i s h D a t a b a s e T o o l s .

  • Page 32: Factory Presets

    C H A P T E R F I V E 8. When editing is completed, use the Tab $@ keys to highlight Save & Exit and press the Enter # key. 5.3.2 Factory Presets NOTE: All configuration options and stored data will be lost when reloading the factory defaults.

  • Page 33: Clear All Locations

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N S 2. Press the Enter # key to open the Delete Samples window. 3. Use the Tab $@ keys to highlight and press the Enter # key.
  • Page 34 C H A P T E R F I V E 2. Press and hold the Read key as you turn the instrument on with the battery switch. 3. When the main menu appears, release the Read key. The Configuration item appears in the main menu. NOTE: You must set the Security to Off if you want the Configuration item to automatically appear the next time you turn the instrument...

  • Page 35: Service And General Maintenance

    Cleaning the Instrument Replacing the Battery Pack Repair Information The X-Rite SP52 instrument is covered by a one-year limited warranty—excluding battery pack—and should be referred to factory or authorized service center for repairs within the warranty period. Attempts to make repairs within this time frame may void the warranty.

  • Page 36: Cleaning The Calibration Reference

    C H A P T E R S I X 6.2.3 Cleaning the Calibration Reference The calibration reference consists of a ceramic disk for white calibration measurements and a trap opening for black calibration measurements. The white ceramic disk can be cleaned periodically using a mild soap and warm water solution, thoroughly rinsed with warm water and wiped dry with a lint-free cloth.

  • Page 37: Replacing The Battery Pack

    S E R V I C E A N D G E N E R A L M A I N T E N A N C E Replacing the Battery Pack 1. Unplug the AC adapter and click the battery switch to Off. 2.
  • Page 38 C H A P T E R S I X...

  • Page 39: Appendices

    Accessories Provided Calibration Standard, Manual, AC Adapter, Carrying Case Usage Indoor only Altitude 2000m Pollution Degree Overvoltage Category II X-Rite standards are traceable to National Research Council Canada, Laboratory for Basic Standards. Specifications and design subject to change without notice.

  • Page 40: Error Messages

    C H A P T E R S E V E N Error Messages Errors encountered during a measurement are displayed on the instrument screen. All errors are accompanied by a long beep and flashing yellow light. The error message is cleared from the instrument screen by pressing the Enter # key.
  • Page 42 Fax (+41) 44 842 22 22 Corporate Headquarters - Asia Room 808-810 Kornhill Metro Tower, 1 Kornhill Road Quarry Bay, Hong Kong Phone (+852) 2 568 6283 Fax (+852) 2 885 8610 Please visit www.xrite.com for a local office near you. P/N SP52-500 Rev. D...

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