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- Page 1 User Guide...
- Page 2 Datacolor reserves the right to make improvements and/or changes in the product(s) and/or program(s) described in this material at any time. Copyright © Datacolor. All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or duplicated, in whole or in part, with the express written permission of Datacolor.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Requirements Included Getting Started Install the Mobile Application Calibration Take Readings Mobile Application Device Menu History Menu Read Menu Colors Menu Palettes Menu Device Controls & Indicators General Information Appendix... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Datacolor ColorReader EZ Model DC10-3 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 EZ to quickly and accurately measure samples, and find the closest color match in a fan deck collection stored on the mobile application. -
Page 5: Getting Started
3. Install and open the Datacolor ColorReader mobile application from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to turn on and connect your ColorReader EZ unit, select your region, then complete the registration screen. -
Page 6: Calibration
Calibration Calibrate the unit every 8 hours to account for any changes over time. This ensures that the readings remain consistent. The Datacolor ColorReader mobile application will remind you when calibration is required. 1. Tap the yellow notification, or tap ‘Device’ and navigate to the ‘Calibration’ tab. -
Page 7: Take Readings
Take Readings When you find a color you want to capture, use the ColorReader EZ to take a reading and find the color data or closest matches from popular color collections on the mobile application. 1. Ensure the calibration tile is flipped back to expose the aperture. -
Page 8: Mobile Application
Mobile Application From any menu, tap ‘Done’ to return to the main screen. Device Menu This menu allows you to manage your device. Registration Use this tab if you are given an exclusive access code to change your available color collections to find matches for your readings 1. - Page 9 Device Info Use this tab to disconnect your ColorReader EZ and confirm technical information about your unit. Calibration Use this tab to see the current calibration status or run a new calibration. Calibrate the unit every 8 hours to account for any changes over time. This ensures that the readings remain consistent.
- Page 10 Support Use this tab to be sent directly to the 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 11: History Menu
History Menu All your measured readings are saved to be viewed at any time. Reading Info Tap one of your previous readings in ‘History’ to see the color data in CIE L*a*b, RGB, and HEX values. (Note: The L*a*b* values are valid for D65/10* Illuminant/Observer) - Page 12 Get Match After selecting a previous reading from ‘History’, tap ‘Get Match’ to find the 3 closest matches within your color collections. Save Reading After selecting a previous reading from ‘History’, tap ‘Save Reading’ to save to a palette.
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Page 13: Read Menu
Read Menu When you find a color you want to capture, use the ColorReader EZ to take a reading and find the color data or closest matches from popular color collections on the mobile application. 1. Ensure the calibration tile is flipped back to expose the aperture. - Page 14 Save Reading After taking a new reading, tap ‘Save Reading’ to save to a palette. Change Match From After taking a new reading or tapping ‘Get Match’ on a previous reading, you can change the color collections used to find the three closest matches. 1.
- Page 15 Closest Matches After taking a new reading or tapping ‘Get Match’, you will see the three closest matches to the reading within the color collections available on your mobile application. Tap on a swatch to see more information. View Fan Deck After selecting a swatch, tap ‘View Fan Deck’...
- Page 16 Coordinate Colors After selecting a swatch, tap ‘Coordinate Colors’ to view four colors that combined with your selected swatch create Complimentary, Triad, Analogous, and Monochromatic color schemes. For more information on color schemes, tap ‘About Color Schemes’. You can tap any of the recommended colors to find their three closest color matches or reading info.
- Page 17 Color Data After selecting a swatch, tap ‘Color Data’ to see the color data in CIE L*a*b, RGB, and HEX values. You may also see notes the manufactures has added. (Note: The L*a*b* values are valid for D65/10* Illuminant/Observer)
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Page 18: Colors Menu
Colors Menu Color Collections All your color collections available on your mobile application are listed here. View Fan Deck After selecting a color collection, you will see a visual atlas of the colors in the full collection. You can then tap any color to view the swatch. Search After selecting a color collection, you can type in a specific color name or color number in the search bar to quickly find a specific color. -
Page 19: Palettes Menu
Palettes Menu When you save a reading or swatch they are stored in a palette. (Note: You can only create a new palette when saving a reading or swatch) To view the colors saved in a palette, tap the palette you want to review. You can label a palette by tapping the palette label and typing a new label. - Page 20 Readings This tab shows your saved readings in the selected palette. Tap the color to view the reading info. You can tap the pencil icon next to the color to assign a label. To delete a color, tap the pencil icon next to the color you want to delete a tap ‘Delete’ and confirm.
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Page 21: Device
Device is on Sleep Mode Datacolor ColorReader EZ will power off to sleep mode when it is inactive for more than 5 minutes. When the device is in sleep mode and you try to access to it through the mobile... -
Page 22: General Information
• Ratings • Compliance and certification information Serial Number The serial number is programmed into the Datacolor ColorReader EZ and is displayed on the back of the packaging and in the mobile application under the device tab. Instrument Maintenance There are no user-serviceable parts for this equipment. - Page 23 • Protect the device from excess moisture. • Follow all instructions and warnings provided with the unit. • Read all instructions carefully before turning on the device. Manufactured At Datacolor location DS001 Datacolor Suzhou 288 Shengpu Road Suzhou, Jiangsa P.R. China 215201...
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Page 24: Appendix
Appendix Instrument Specifications Measuring Geometry Proprietary Warm-Up Time None Measurement Time <3 seconds Interface Bluetooth LE Aperture Size Number of Sensors Battery Two replaceable CR2032 lithium batteries. 300 measurements per battery replacement. Power Requirements 6V DC, 235mA Dimensions Width: 44.3mm Length: 83.4mm Height:14.5mm Weight (batteries included): 45.6g... - Page 25 • 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.
- Page 26 Anatel Homologation Compliance Statement 00248-18-10688 DC10-2 (ColorReader) Contains ANATEL approved module # 00248-18-10688 Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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