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  • Page 1 Measure what you see spectro2guide Family Operating Instructions...
  • Page 2 BYK-Gardner GmbH © Copyright 2020 BYK-Gardner GmbH All rights reserved 295 024 855 E 2010 spectro2guide Family...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Introduction ..........................1.1 For Your Safety............................ 1.2 Disposal ..............................1.3 Disclaimer............................. 1.4 Copyright ............................. 1.5 Declarations ............................1.5.1 Declaration of Conformity (EU) ....................1.5.2 FCC Declaration (USA) ......................1.5.3 IC Declaration (Canada) ......................1.5.4 Japanese Declaration .......................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents BYK-Gardner GmbH 5.1 View Measurement Data ........................37 5.2 Delete Standard........................... 39 5.3 Delete Test series..........................40 6 System Configuration ........................41 6.1 Measurement Parameter ........................42 6.1.1 Color System ..........................42 6.1.2 Color Equation.......................... 43 6.1.3 Measurement-Screen........................ 44 6.1.4 Color Indices..........................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    • Application and Technical Seminars • Repair & Certification Service BYK-Gardner is part of the Altana Group and a direct subsidiary of BYK, the worldwide leader of additives for coatings and plastics. Together we offer complete and unique solutions for you, our customer.

  • Page 6: For Your Safety

    1 | Introduction BYK-Gardner GmbH 1.1 For Your Safety CAUTION Familiarization with safety instructions is necessary Absence of knowledge of safety instructions threatens your health and can damage the instrument. Read the safety instructions before you use the in- strument the first time. The safety instructions are part of the delivery content.

  • Page 7: Disposal

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Introduction | 1 1.2 Disposal Disused electrical equipment such as this instrument or its batteries and / or battery packs must be professionally disposed. Do not dispose it in household garbage and make sure to observe the na- tional law in your country.

  • Page 8: Declarations

    1 | Introduction BYK-Gardner GmbH 1.5 Declarations 1.5.1 Declaration of Conformity (EU) BYK-Gardner GmbH Lausitzer Strasse 8 D-82538 Geretsried declare, that this instrument complies with the requirements of the follow- ing EU directives: • 2014/30/EU - Electromagnetic Compatibility • 2014/35/EU - Low Voltage •...

  • Page 9: Ic Declaration (Canada)

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Introduction | 1 RF exposure statement (portable devices) This device complies with the RF exposure SAR test exclusion requirements for portable devices, if a minimum separation distance (2 cm) to the an- tenna is kept. If the device is used and held correctly, the distance to the antenna will be maintained and the risk of human contact during normal operation is minimized.

  • Page 10: Intended Use

    1 | Introduction BYK-Gardner GmbH 1.6 Intended Use The instrument is designed to measure color, gloss and fluorescence on dif- ferent surfaces. Via the integrated camera the current spot on the surface can be viewed on the display – allowing exact positioning. By placing the base plate of the unit onto a surface and pressing either the Operate button on the rear side of the instrument or triggering the mea- surement on the display, the instrument measures the surface and pro-...

  • Page 11: System Description

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Description | 2 2 System Description The spectro2guide is a portable spectrophotometer which is operated by the touch screen display and the Operate button. The button is used to switch on the instrument and to trigger a measurement. On the touch- screen display you can select icons and functions directly.

  • Page 12: Delivery Of Spectro2Go

    2 | System Description BYK-Gardner GmbH 2.1.2 Delivery of spectro2go 1 System documentation 4 Power supply with adapters type A/C/G/I 2 Hand strap and USB online ca- 5 External black high gloss and ble type C/A for direct data green standard for testing transfer 3 Instrument with protective cap 6 External white standard for...

  • Page 13: Names And Functions Of Parts

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Description | 2 2.2 Names and Functions of Parts 2.2.1 Frontside 1 LED: Measure: • Lights up in green during measurement. • Lights up in blue if the sample is fluorescent. • Lights up in pink if color change due to fluorescence is bigger than 1/3 of the tolerance This is default value, it can be changed in the software “smart-chart”.

  • Page 14: Rearside

    2 | System Description BYK-Gardner GmbH 2.2.2 Rearside 1 Stylus (inserted in instrument): • Can be used for touching the icons on the screen. 2 USB type C plug: • Charging: Connect to power supply in order to charge the instru- ment.

  • Page 15: Docking Station

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Description | 2 2.2.3 Docking Station 1 Docking station: • Charges the instrument. • Connects instrument and computer. 2 White test standard: • Used to perform auto diagnosis of instrument. 3 Docking station LEDs - from left to right: •...

  • Page 16: Test And Calibration Standards

    2 | System Description BYK-Gardner GmbH 2.2.5 Test and Calibration Standards 1 Black high gloss test standard 3 White calibration standard 2 Green test standard Consult Instrument Calibration [} 54] for details on usage. spectro2guide Family 295 024 855 E 2010...

  • Page 17: Measurement Principle

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Description | 2 2.3 Measurement Principle The instrument is available with two different measurement geometries. 2.3.1 45°c:0° Geometry The 45°c:0° geometry uses 45° circumferential illumination and 0° viewing perpendicular to the sample plane. The circumferential illumination is es- sential to achieve repeatable measurement results on directional and struc- tured surfaces The 45/0 geometry simulates the normal condition used for color evalua-...

  • Page 18: Software Installation

    2 | System Description BYK-Gardner GmbH 2.4 Software Installation The software “smart-chart” is a modern and intuitive program to docu- ment, analyze and optimize your color, gloss and fluorescence data. It is available in two different software packages: “smart-lab Color” and “smart-process Color”.

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Getting Started | 3 3 Getting Started Please observe following notes when you put the instrument into opera- tion. • Assemble the entire system, consisting of instrument, docking station (option) and software. Consult System Diagram [} 19] for more infor- mation.

  • Page 20: System Setup For Spectro2Go

    3 | Getting Started BYK-Gardner GmbH 3.1.2 System Setup for spectro2go The entire system consists of instrument, power supply and software. Connect instrument (1) via USB cable (2) with PC. Download and install “smart-chart” software (3). Turn instrument on by pressing the Operate button. If instrument is to be charged, disconnect USB cable from PC.

  • Page 21: Charging Procedures

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Getting Started | 3 3.3 Charging Procedures The instrument provides two ways for charging. 3.3.1 Charge via Docking Station Check that the docking station is power supplied and put the instrument into the docking station. The charge LED indicates the following states: •...

  • Page 22: Using The Main Menu

    3 | Getting Started BYK-Gardner GmbH 3.4 Using the Main Menu The screen below shows the icons that are displayed by default. Difference Absolute Compare standard and sample. Take absolute measurements Results are saved automati- without compare. Results are cally. Details see Difference saved automatically.

  • Page 23: Setting Measurement Parameters

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Getting Started | 3 3.5 Setting Measurement Parameters The instrument is working with default measurement parameters. Before starting with measurements these parameters may have to be controlled. Go to Configuration > Measurement Parameters. 1 Color System 7 Illumination Select color system.
  • Page 24 3 | Getting Started BYK-Gardner GmbH To set measurement parameters: • Click on the parameter you want to set. • A respective list with selectable parameters appears. • Choose the required parameter and confirm via the checkmark in the upper right corner. •...

  • Page 25: Perform Measurements

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Perform Measurements | 4 4 Perform Measurements The instrument provides various types of measurement functions: 1. Difference Measurement [} 26]: In this mode samples are compared to a standard and the results are saved automatically. – Load existing Standard [} 26]: Compare sample(s) to a standard –...

  • Page 26: Difference Measurement

    4 | Perform Measurements BYK-Gardner GmbH 4.1 Difference Measurement Using this function you can compare standard and sample(s). You can load existing standards, search for the closest standard or measure new stan- dards. Click on icon Difference. 4.1.1 Loading existing Standard In case standards are already stored in the instrument, the list with existing standards appears.
  • Page 27 BYK-Gardner GmbH Perform Measurements | 4 Select Rename test series from context menu, if required. Enter the name and confirm via the checkmark in the upper right corner. The instrument is ready to measure. Place instrument on sample. Click on Measure or press the Operate button. Sample is measured and automatically saved.
  • Page 28 4 | Perform Measurements BYK-Gardner GmbH Using the Filter Function The system provides a function to filter for standards. This is helpful in case of many standards being stored in the instrument. Click on the filter icon in the lower left. The window to enter the filter cri- teria is displayed.

  • Page 29: Search For Closest Standard

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Perform Measurements | 4 To change the filter criteria select the filter icon again. To remove the filter select the cancel filter icon. 4.1.2 Search for closest Standard Using this function you can measure any sample - the system will automati- cally present the standard(s) in the instrument, which are closest to the cur- rent sample.

  • Page 30: Measure New Standard

    4 | Perform Measurements BYK-Gardner GmbH Following scenarios are supported: • Nearest standard found: If matching standard is found in instrument, it is selected automatically. • Some standards close: If more than one matching standard is found in instrument, a list for selection is displayed. •...
  • Page 31 BYK-Gardner GmbH Perform Measurements | 4 Accept the default name or enter a desired name and click on the check- mark in the upper right corner. The instrument is ready to measure the standard. Place instrument on standard. Click on Measure or press the Operate button. Standard is measured and automatically saved.

  • Page 32: Absolute Measurement

    4 | Perform Measurements BYK-Gardner GmbH 4.2 Absolute Measurement Using this function you can take measurements without comparing to a standard. Click on icon Absolute. Place instrument on sample. Click on Measure or press the Operate button. Sample is measured and automatically saved. spectro2guide Family 295 024 855 E 2010...

  • Page 33: Perform Quick Check

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Perform Measurements | 4 4.3 Perform Quick Check Using this function you can compare a standard with one or more samples without saving for a quick evaluation. Click on icon Quick check. The instrument is ready to measure the stan- dard for the quick check.

  • Page 34: Opacity Measurement

    4 | Perform Measurements BYK-Gardner GmbH 4.4 Opacity Measurement With this function you can measure the hiding power of your coating using - for example - the BYK-Gardner byko-charts, see https://www.byk-instru- ments.com/c/p-5916. NOTE: In order to display the measurement icon in the main menu, Opacity has to be selected as a color index, see Color Indices [} 45].
  • Page 35 BYK-Gardner GmbH Perform Measurements | 4 Continue with Next and place instrument on the white surface. Click on Measure or press the Operate button. Sample is measured and automatically saved. Scroll down to see the Opacity value in %. 295 024 855 E 2010 spectro2guide Family...

  • Page 36: Organizer Measurement

    4 | Perform Measurements BYK-Gardner GmbH 4.5 Organizer Measurement Standardization of Measurement Procedure It is possible to predefine the measurement sequence in the software “smart-process” with the so-called “organizer”. The organizer icon appears after downloading an organizer from “smart- process” into the instrument. Multiple organizers can be downloaded.

  • Page 37: Browse Measurements

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Browse Measurements | 5 5 Browse Measurements Using this function you can view measured data and / or delete existing standards or test series. Click on icon Browse. The list with all types of measurements is displayed. You can browse through the list in order to view or delete the data. NOTE: You can also use the software “smart-chart”...
  • Page 38 5 | Browse Measurements BYK-Gardner GmbH Scroll down to view values and statistics. You can browse through the different samples measured. spectro2guide Family 295 024 855 E 2010...

  • Page 39: Delete Standard

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Browse Measurements | 5 5.2 Delete Standard You can delete standards with all stored test series. Select Standard and select the standard(s) to be deleted in the list. Click on the Trashcan icon. A confirmation dialog is displayed. Confirm with the checkmark in the upper right corner.

  • Page 40: Delete Test Series

    5 | Browse Measurements BYK-Gardner GmbH 5.3 Delete Test series To delete only single test series select Difference, click on the standard and select the test series to be deleted in the list. Click on the Trashcan icon. A confirmation dialog is displayed. Confirm with the checkmark in the upper right corner.

  • Page 41: System Configuration

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Configuration | 6 6 System Configuration With this function you can configure the instrument according to your needs. 1 Measurement parameters 8 Sound Set measurement parameters Switch instrument sound on/ here, see Measurement Param- off here. eter [} 42]. 2 Camera 9 Start screen Switch integrated camera on/...

  • Page 42: Measurement Parameter

    6 | System Configuration BYK-Gardner GmbH 6.1 Measurement Parameter The list of measurement parameters is shown in section Setting Measure- ment Parameters [} 23]. Below the most important parameters are de- scribed. 6.1.1 Color System Go to Measurement Parameters > Color system and select the color system(s) you want to use for measurements.

  • Page 43: Color Equation

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Configuration | 6 6.1.2 Color Equation Go to Measurement Parameters > Color equation and select the color equation you want to use for measurements. The color equation is visible in the measurements results. 295 024 855 E 2010 spectro2guide Family...

  • Page 44: Measurement-Screen

    6 | System Configuration BYK-Gardner GmbH 6.1.3 Measurement-Screen Go to Measurement Parameters > Color equation and scroll down to Measurement Screen and select the data to be displayed in the measure- ment results. Following data can be selected: • STD = Standard •...

  • Page 45: Color Indices

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Configuration | 6 6.1.4 Color Indices Go to Measurement Parameters > Color indices and select the color in- dices you want to use for measurements. You can decide to display abso- lute and/or difference values. These color indices are visible in the measurements results. 295 024 855 E 2010 spectro2guide Family...

  • Page 46: Geometry

    6 | System Configuration BYK-Gardner GmbH 6.1.5 Geometry If your instrument is a sphere instrument – see - D:8° Geometry [} 17] - you can configure the measurement condition: Specular included (Spin) or Spec- ular excluded (Spex). Go to Measurement Parameters > Geometry and select the mode to be used during measurement.
  • Page 47 BYK-Gardner GmbH System Configuration | 6 If you select the option Spin/Spex in Measurement Parameter, the con- text menu offers a control to toggle between the two modes. Click left on the control to select Spin and click right to select Spex. 295 024 855 E 2010 spectro2guide Family...

  • Page 48: Statistics

    6 | System Configuration BYK-Gardner GmbH 6.1.6 Statistics Go to Measurement Parameters > Statistics and select the statistic op- tions to be used during measurement: No. of measurements required on standard and on sample and statistic data to be displayed. The number of measurements required is visible in the measurements re- sults in the upper right of the screen, e.g.
  • Page 49 BYK-Gardner GmbH System Configuration | 6 The option Statistic fixed means: The exact no. of measurements is to be made. If this options is inactive, the minimum no. is required, but additional mea- surements can be made – both Measure and Next are active. 295 024 855 E 2010 spectro2guide Family...

  • Page 50: Wireless Connection

    6 | System Configuration BYK-Gardner GmbH 6.2 Wireless Connection The instrument is equipped with a WiFi adapter. You can use the WiFi con- nection alternatively to the USB connection. 6.2.1 Connect Automatically In the configuration menu select WiFi and then your respective country. The WiFi setup screen is displayed.

  • Page 51: Connect Manually

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Configuration | 6 You are connected to the network. In the main menu the WiFi symbol is shown indicating the current field strength. The chosen network will be connected automatically if in range. 6.2.2 Connect Manually If required the DHCP setup can also be done manually. By clicking on the line showing Not connected or <Network-Name>...
  • Page 52 6 | System Configuration BYK-Gardner GmbH Click a line to enter the corresponding data. Accept your changes to enter the WiFi key – required if the network is se- cured. The instrument connects to the network, a confirmation message is displayed.

  • Page 53: Network Information

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Configuration | 6 6.2.3 Network Information The network data like MAC and IP address can be checked in the informa- tion screen. 6.2.4 Disconnect Network To disconnect from the network, switch the WiFi option off in the WiFi con- figuration screen.

  • Page 54: Instrument Calibration

    6 | System Configuration BYK-Gardner GmbH 6.3 Instrument Calibration The system delivery comprises a calibration tile and test tiles for color and gloss, see Test and Calibration Standards [} 16]. These tiles can be used to check if your instrument is measuring correctly. Each tile comes with a dedi- cated serial number matching your instrument.

  • Page 55: Auto Diagnosis And Calibration

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Configuration | 6 6.3.1 Auto Diagnosis and Calibration The auto diagnosis takes place in the docking station. The white test stan- dard in the docking station is used to check color and gloss. In the given in- terval the auto diagnosis is requested.
  • Page 56 6 | System Configuration BYK-Gardner GmbH After calibration on the external white calibration standard following mes- sage appears: “Perform diagnosis: Required”. Verify performance on external test standard color (green) and external test standard gloss (high gloss). Take care for correct alignment of instru- ment on standard.

  • Page 57: Manual Diagnosis

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Configuration | 6 6.3.2 Manual Diagnosis The option Perform diagnosis can be performed manually at any time to check the instrument on the test standards. The instrument will guide you through the diagnosis procedure. First measure on test standard color. Second measure on test standard gloss.

  • Page 58: Calibration Standard

    6 | System Configuration BYK-Gardner GmbH If diagnosis fails, clean test standard and repeat or calibrate on external white standard. 6.3.3 Calibration Standard If auto diagnosis or manual diagnosis fails, use the option Calibrate on white standard. The instrument will guide you through the calibration procedure.

  • Page 59: Test Standards

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Configuration | 6 NOTE: Perform calibration only, if required in order to ensure correct status of your calibration standard. 6.3.4 Test Standards In order to document the correct measurement status of your instrument you can save the test standards in the system memory. Select the option Add standard to list and use Difference Measurement [} 26] to fre- quently monitor instrument performance.

  • Page 60: Calibration Information

    6 | System Configuration BYK-Gardner GmbH If the differences are within your tolerances you can continue to measure with your instrument. Otherwise calibrate your instrument on the white standard. NOTE: Every difference measurement is stored in the instrument. Transfer the measurement data to “smart-chart”...

  • Page 61: Perform Factory Reset

    BYK-Gardner GmbH System Configuration | 6 6.4 Perform Factory Reset If you are having technical problems with your instrument, you can perform a fallback to the factory settings. In the configuration menu select Factory reset. Confirm the security message to perform the fallback. You have to enter a password - details see Technical Data [} 65].

  • Page 62: Protect Configuration

    6 | System Configuration BYK-Gardner GmbH 6.5 Protect Configuration You can protect the current configuration of your instrument via password against accidental or intentional changes. In the configuration menu Pro- tect configuration. Activate the option. You have to enter a password. The password is shown in clear text during input.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Troubleshooting | 7 7 Troubleshooting The system provides messages on the display in case of errors or problems. 7.1 Error Messages Message Solution Error! White calibration in docking Use external white calibration stan- station. dard and repeat calibration. If white calibration is okay, please clean white test standard of dock- ing station.

  • Page 64: Battery Problems

    7 | Troubleshooting BYK-Gardner GmbH 7.3 Battery Problems Message Solution Battery empty. Charge the instrument using the Instrument is docking station or external power switching off... supply. Battery empty. Charge the instrument using the docking station or external power supply. Instrument is not charging in dock- Make sure power supply is con- ing station.

  • Page 65: Technical Data

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Technical Data | 8 8 Technical Data 8.1 Color Geometry 45°c:0°, d:8° (spin/spex) Aperture Size 12 mm / 8 mm Spectral Range 400–700 nm, 10 nm resolution Color Spectral Range 340-760 nm, 10 nm resolution (spectro2guide only) Fluorescence Repeatability 0.01 ΔE94 (10 readings on white) Reproducibility...

  • Page 66: General

    8 | Technical Data BYK-Gardner GmbH 8.3 General Memory 4000 standards and 10 000 samples Languages English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Chinese Dimensions 87 x 110 x 188 mm (3.4 x 4.3 x 7.4 in) (LxWxH) Operation Up to 2000 m / 6561 ft Altitude Weight 45/0: 690 g (1.52 lbs)

  • Page 67: Service And Maintenance

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Service and Maintenance | 9 9 Service and Maintenance 9.1 General Information NOTICE Damage by insertion of objects Inserting any objects into the measurement aperture could damage the in- strument. Do not insert any objects into the measurement aperture. NOTICE Damage by using acetone for cleaning Instrument housing, white and green standard tile can be damaged when...

  • Page 68: Calibration And Repair Service

    9 | Service and Maintenance BYK-Gardner GmbH 9.5 Calibration and Repair Service BYK-Gardner´s global network of own ISO/IEC 17025 accredited service Our Service Offer points is equipped with the full line of reference measuring standards and tools needed to ensure highest quality service on a global basis: •...

  • Page 69: Service Points

    BYK-Gardner GmbH Service Points | 10 10 Service Points BYK-Gardner global service centers with ISO / IEC 17025 accredited laboratories Headquarter Ger- Headquarter USA Headquarter PTE many c/o BYK-Gardner USA c/o BYK USA dba Paul c/o BYK-Gardner GmbH N. Gardner 9104 Guilford Rd., Co- Lausitzer Strasse 8, lumbia, MD 21046, USA...
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