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  • Page 1 S P E C T R O D E N S I T O M E T E R Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Spectrodensitometer. These instruments represent 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 3 9 3 9 S P E C T R O D E N S I T O M E T E R 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.
  • Page 4 Adaptern als X-Rite SE30-77 (100-240 V). Verwenden Sie nur den X-Rite Akkupack SP62-79-33. ADVERTENCIA: No use otro cargador de las pilas que no sea la pieza X-Rite SE30-77 (100-240V), para evitar el riesgo de mal funcionamiento del equipo. Use solamente las pilas SP62-79-33 de X-Rite, es posible que los otros tipos puedan estallar y causar daños corporales.
  • Page 5 This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. 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...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    9 3 9 S P E C T R O D E N S I T O M E T E R Table of Contents Overview and Setup............1-1 Instrument Description..................1-1 Features......................1-1 Features......................1-2 Unpack and Inspect..................1-2 Install the Battery Pack ...................1-3 Apply Power ....................1-3 Charging the Battery Pack ................1-4 Unlatching the Instrument Shoe..............1-5...
  • Page 7 9 3 9 S P E C T R O D E N S I T O M E T E R Opening the Alphanumeric Editor ..............2-6 Selecting Single or Multiple Items..............2-6 Selecting Color Data Parameters ..............2-7 Instrument Indicator Light ................2-7 Important Measurement Techniques............2-7 Instrument Calibration.............
  • Page 8 9 3 9 S P E C T R O D E N S I T O M E T E R Database Tools....................4-14 Factory Presets ..................4-14 Clear all Databases..................4-15 Clear All Samples ..................4-15 Clear All Tags ...................4-15 Clear All Projects..................4-16 Clear All Jobs....................4-16 Clear All Standards ...................4-16 Hardware Setup.....................4-17...
  • Page 9 9 3 9 S P E C T R O D E N S I T O M E T E R QA (Quality Assurance) ................5-15 Selecting a Project..................5-16 Selecting a Standard..................5-16 Pass/Fail Operation ...................5-17 555 Shade Sort Operation .................5-17 Display Difference Indication..............5-18 Storage Operation ..................5-18 Measurement Averaging ................5-19...
  • Page 10 9 3 9 S P E C T R O D E N S I T O M E T E R Measuring Print Contrast Procedure ............5-39 Run Job ......................5-41 Service and General Maintenance........6-1 Repair Information..................6-1 Reading Lamp Replacement Information ...........6-1 Cleaning the Instrument..................6-1 General Cleaning ..................6-1 Cleaning the Optics..................6-2...
  • Page 11 (excluding battery pack) for a period of one year, unless different local regulations apply. 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.

  • Page 12: Overview And Setup

    Unlatching the Instrument Shoe Instrument I/O Serial Interface Attaching the Wrist Strap Instrument Description The X-Rite 939 Spectrodensitometer’s compact spectral engine utilizes X-Rite’s DRS (Dynamic Rotational Sampling) technology, allowing accurate and precise measurements. This instrument has intuitive keys and a high-contrast graphic display.

  • Page 13: Features

    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.

  • Page 14: Install The Battery Pack

    O V E R V I E W A N D S E T U P Install the Battery Pack The instrument is shipped from the factory with the battery pack removed. The battery pack is located in a carrying case compartment and must be installed before the instrument is used.

  • Page 15: Charging The Battery Pack

    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 16: Unlatching The Instrument Shoe

    O V E R V I E W A N D S E T U P Power Detachable Line Cord Adapter Small Plug Unlatching the Instrument Shoe The shoe can be pivoted open 180° from its closed position. This feature is useful when taking measurements on a surface that does not allow room for the shoe, or a measurement fixture that does not require the shoe.

  • Page 17: Instrument I/O Serial Interface

    Instrument I/O Serial Interface Your instrument can be connected to a computer or printer using a serial RS-232 interface cable and adapter. X-Rite carries a variety of adapters to meet your requirements. To install the interface cabling: 1.

  • Page 18: User Interface

    9 3 9 S P E C T R O D E N S I T O M E T E R User Interface What to Expect Navigation – Basic Key Operation Measurement Mode Screens Using the Instrument What to Expect When the instrument is powered-up, the main (top level) screen appears.

  • Page 19: Tab Down Key

    C H A P T E R T W O 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 measurement or a setting option. Tab stops generally follow a left-to-right or top-to-bottom sequence.

  • Page 20: Colorimetric Screens

    U S E R I N T E R F A C E Colorimetric Screens The QA, Analyze, Compare, Strength, and Opacity screens consist of three main areas: Data Storage Information, Color Data Parameters, and Color Data. P r o j 1 : C a r t o n s Data Storage S t d 1 : R e d S a m p l e...

  • Page 21: Densitometric Screens

    C H A P T E R T W O Densitometric Screens The Density, Dot/Tone, Trap, Hue/Grayness, and Print Contrast screens consist of five main areas: Function and Status, Color Option, User Dialog, Measurement List, and Measurement data. Function and D e n s i t y T A u t o Color Option...

  • Page 22: Opening A Menu Or Mode

    U S E R I N T E R F A C E Opening a Menu or Mode Opening a mode or a menu gives you access to additional items related to the menu or specific information for a mode. Below Configuration QA Function P r o j 1...

  • Page 23: Opening The Alphanumeric Editor

    C H A P T E R T W O Opening the Alphanumeric Editor Several functions that utilize names and values are edited using the alphanumeric editor. Selecting Clear in the editor provides a quick method of removing all values or characters in the string.

  • Page 24: Selecting Color Data Parameters

    U S E R I N T E R F A C E Selecting Color Data Parameters Colorimetric data can be viewed under varying illuminant observer conditions, and color space/indices. The color data immediately changes to reflect the selected parameter. P r o j 1 : C a r t o n s L*C*h°, XYZ, Lab S t d 1 :...
  • Page 25 C H A P T E R T W O...

  • Page 26: Instrument Calibration

    9 3 9 S P E C T R O D E N S I 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 27: 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 28: 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 normal calibration procedure consists of one white measurement followed by one black measurement (two white and two black measurements are required if an aperture change is made).
  • Page 29 C H A P T E R T H R E E...

  • Page 30: Setting Instrument Configuration

    9 3 9 S P E C T R O D E N S I T O M E T E R Setting Instrument Configuration General Information Language Measure Options Color Options Density Options 4-10 Database Tools 4-14 Hardware Setup 4-17 Main Menu Options 4-26...

  • Page 31: Measure Options

    C H A P T E R F O U R Measure Options The Measure Options configuration allows you to determine the following settings: • Store Samples – Allows you to enable (on) or disable (off) the measurement storage capabilities of the instrument. When set to “On”, measured samples are stored in the instrument database until manually deleted.

  • Page 32: Store Samples

    S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N Store Samples To select the store sample status: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Store Samples M e a s u r e O p t i o n s S t o r e S a m p l e s i s O f f...

  • Page 33: Diff Disp

    C H A P T E R F O U R 3. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight the averaging ##. Press the Enter key # to access the alphanumeric editor. E d i t A v e r a g i n g # C L E A R ↓...

  • Page 34: Active Functions

    S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N Set k1 and k2 – Allows you to adjust the opacity constant of k1 and k2.

  • Page 35: Active Illum/Obs

    C H A P T E R F O U R 2. Press the Enter # key to access the Act. Functions editor. 3. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight the desired function. 4. Press the Enter key # to toggle the function active or inactive.

  • Page 36: Strength

    S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N Data Display Selection 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight .

  • Page 37: Metamerism Index

    C H A P T E R F O U R Strength Method Selection 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight . Press the Enter Method # key to access the Strength Method editor. S t r e n g t h O p t i o n s M e t h o d : T r i s t i m u l u s P r e d i c t e d i s 1 0 0 %...

  • Page 38: Ecmc Factors

    S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N ∆Ecmc Factors ∆ To access the Ecmc Factors: ∆ Ecmc Factors 1.

  • Page 39: Shade Sort

    C H A P T E R F O U R ∆E94 Factors... L i g h t n e s s : 2 . 0 0 C h r o m a t i c i t y : 1 . 0 0 3.

  • Page 40: Current Status

    S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N • Minus (-) Paper – Used to set the Minus Paper option for Density, Hue/Grayness, and Print Contrast.

  • Page 41: Spec Dens/Dot

    C H A P T E R F O U R 2. Press the Enter # key to access the Auto Color Mode menu. 3. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight the desired function option. 4. Press the Enter key # to toggle the option active or inactive.

  • Page 42: Nfactor

    S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N nFactor To adjust the nFactor value: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight nFactor D e n s i t y O p t i o n s C u r r e n t S t a t u s : T...

  • Page 43: Database Tools

    C H A P T E R F O U R Database Tools The Database Tools configuration allows you to determine the following settings: • View Tags – Used to view the tags scanned into the instrument , if applicable. •...

  • Page 44: Clear All Databases

    S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N 2. Press the Enter key # to open the Factory Defaults window.

  • Page 45: Clear All Projects

    C H A P T E R F O U R 2. Press the Enter key # to open the Delete Tags window. 3. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight and press the Enter key #. The instrument’s samples are now deleted. Clear All Projects To clear all projects: 1.

  • Page 46: Hardware Setup

    When set to Off, the instrument communicates normally. When set to 938, the instrument duplicates most 938 communication commands (including RCI version command response) allowing communication with older X-Rite software packages (QA-Master, Paint-Master, etc.) • Read Operation– Determines the method that is used to take a measurement.
  • Page 47 Configuration menu when Security is activated (on). Unit ID – This unique number identifies the instrument. This number cannot be changed. Error Log – Used by X-Rite’s Customer Support to identify where an error condition occurred in the instrument. To gain access to the Configuration menu if Security is enabled: 1.

  • Page 48: Serial Port

    S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N 2. Press and hold the Read key as you turn the instrument on with the battery switch.
  • Page 49 C H A P T E R F O U R Hand Shake Selection 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight . Press the Hand Shake Enter # key to access the Hand Shake editor. 2. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight the desired handshake method: Off , CTS , BUSY , or XON .

  • Page 50: Read Operation

    S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N Emulation Selection 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight .

  • Page 51: Power Down

    C H A P T E R F O U R CLEAR and pressing the Enter key # is a quick NOTE: Highlighting method to zero the value. 4. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight the desired number and press the Enter # key to exit the editor.

  • Page 52: Beeper

    S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N Beeper To access the Beeper Options: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Beeper H a r d w a r e S e t t i n g s S e r i a l P o r t : 9 6 0 0...
  • Page 53 C H A P T E R F O U R Date Setting 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Month and press the Enter # key to open the Set Month menu. S e t M o n t h C L E A R ↓...

  • Page 54: Display

    S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N Display To access the Display Options: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Display H a r d w a r e S e t t i n g s ↑...

  • Page 55: Main Menu Options

    C H A P T E R F O U R Orientation Selection 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Orientation and press the Enter # key. D i s p l a y C o n t r a s t : 5 2 O r i e n t a t i o n : R i g h t S e c u r i t y i s O f f...

  • Page 56: Load Factory Defaults

    Off. Simultaneously press and hold the Tab Down key @ and Main Menu key ress the power switch to On. The X-Rite logo momentarily appears followed by Factory Defaults, Settings have been restored . Press the Enter # key to clear the message dialog.
  • Page 57 C H A P T E R F O U R 4-28...

  • Page 58: Instrument Operation

    QA, Strength, Opacity, or Analyze functions. Standards can also be downloaded to the instrument from an X-Rite software package, such as X-RiteColor® Master. Then, after sample measurements are performed, data is uploaded to the software package, where it is analyzed.

  • Page 59: Selecting Standard Number

    Manual displays when data values are manually entered into the instrument using the alphanumeric editor. Download indicates that the standard data was downloaded to the instrument from an X-Rite software program, such as X-RiteColor® Master. To access the standard entry menu: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight...
  • Page 60 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N 2. Press the Enter key # to access the Standard Entry menu. M e a s u r e S t d : 1 <...
  • Page 61 C H A P T E R F I V E 2. Use the Tab keys $ @ to highlight the color space parameter. Press the Enter key # to select the desired color space. M a n u a l S t d : 1 <...

  • Page 62: Entering Standard Name

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N Entering Standard Name The standard name can consist of up to 20 characters, with the first 10 displaying on the View Standard menu. The name is entered using the alphanumeric editor.
  • Page 63 C H A P T E R F I V E attributes. Pass/fail indication appears in QA and Strength functions when set. To access tolerance entry menu: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Tolerances... E d i t S t a n d a r d : S t d E n t r y : E m p t y S t d N a m e : T o l e r a n c e s .

  • Page 64: Setting Shade Sort Options

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N 8. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight the desired number and press the Enter # key to exit the editor. 9.
  • Page 65 C H A P T E R F I V E NOTE: The Shade Sort options cannot be edited if the standard is locked. Refer to Locking/Unlocking Standard later in this section for additional information To access the shade sort options menu: 1.

  • Page 66: Locking/Unlocking Standard

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N 9. When all attributes have been edited for the selected color space, highlight and press the Enter key #. Save Shade Sort Range Editing 1.

  • Page 67: Deleting The Standard

    C H A P T E R F I V E Deleting the Standard This option deletes the current standard selected. While the standard number remains, all related data is deleted. You can then use the location to add a new standard. To delete the current standard: 1.

  • Page 68: Projects

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N Projects The projects function is used to access the View Project menu. From this menu, project names and standard links can be created and edited and new projects added.

  • Page 69: Assigning Standards To A Project

    C H A P T E R F I V E Assigning Standards to a Project The project standard field is used to assign standards that exist in the database to the selected project. Standards can be shared between projects. A total of 300 standards can be assigned to one project.

  • Page 70: Locking/Unlocking Project

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N To access project name menu: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Proj Name V i e w P r o j e c t : P r o j e c t S t a n d a r d s P r o j N a m e : P r o j L o c k : U n l o c k...

  • Page 71: Add New Project

    C H A P T E R F I V E To change the locked status of a project: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Proj Lock V i e w P r o j e c t : P r o j S t a n d a r d s P r o j N a m e : P r o j L o c k : U n l o c k e d...

  • Page 72: Qa (Quality Assurance)

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N QA (Quality Assurance) The QA measurement function can be used in conjunction with a quality assurance software package, such as X-Rite’s X-RiteColor® Master. Sample measurements are compared to stored standards and the results displayed. Stored measurement data can then be uploaded to the software program for further analysis.

  • Page 73: Selecting A Project

    C H A P T E R F I V E Selecting a Project The instrument defaults to Proj 1 until a project is downloaded or manually entered. When using multiple projects, you must select the correct location before measuring a sample. The auto standard function does not recognize standards across multiple projects.

  • Page 74: Pass/Fail Operation

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N Pass/Fail Operation The Pass/Fail function displays PASS or FAIL for a sample on the instrument screen, based on the tolerances assigned to the standard.

  • Page 75: Storage Operation

    C H A P T E R F I V E P r o j 1 : P R O J E C T A S t d 2 : S T A N D A R D B S a m p l e : # 2 1 1 : 3 5 ∆L*–17.36 FAIL...

  • Page 76: Measurement Averaging

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N 2. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight the sample number and time stamp. 3. Continually press the Enter # key to page through stored samples, or hold down the Enter key # and select a specific sample from the editor.

  • Page 77: Sample Database Tools

    C H A P T E R F I V E 4. Continue with additional measurements as required to fulfill averaging sequence. Sample Database Tools The Sample Database Tools menu allows you to transmit data to a computer or printer and delete stored sample data. If the storage feature is not used, only the current sample can be transmitted from this menu.

  • Page 78: Viewing The Reflectance Graph

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N Viewing the Reflectance Graph The instrument is capable of displaying a reflectance graph for measured data. Reflectance data is displayed in 10nm increments, from 400 to 700 nanometers.

  • Page 79: Strength

    C H A P T E R F I V E Strength The Strength function calculates the color strength of the measured sample compared to the current standard. Strength is calculated using the method selected in the instrument configuration (Apparent, Chromatic, or Tristimulus). Once measured, the color data can be calculated and displayed for color at equivalent strength (@ 100%).

  • Page 80: Strength Measurement

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N Strength Measurement The Strength function displays the color strength of the measured sample. Difference data from the standard is also displayed if difference is activated in configuration. When strength is displayed for color at 100% or Strength @ Min ∆E, the difference values automatically recalculate.

  • Page 81: Opacity

    C H A P T E R F I V E Opacity The Opacity function is used for making multiple measurement calculations to determine Contrast Ratio or Percent Opacity. Each measurement requires three readings (over-black, over- white, and a measurement of the white backing). The final data can be stored and displayed either as over-white, over-black, or color at full hide (equivalent color @ 100% opacity) as determined by configuration settings.

  • Page 82: Opacity Measurement

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N Opacity Measurement The Opacity function displays the percent opacity of a drawn down sample on an opacity card. Color difference data is also displayed if difference is activated in the configuration.

  • Page 83: Analyze

    C H A P T E R F I V E Analyze The Analyze function allows you to compare sample measurements to stored standards. The resulting color data (actual and difference) is not stored in the instrument. Measured data can be automatically transmitted from the RS-232 port if Auto Xmt is activated in the Instrument Configuration.

  • Page 84: Compare

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N Compare The Compare function is a quick method for comparing measurements without storing the data. After entering the mode, the first measurement is set as the standard and each measurement thereafter is compared to it.

  • Page 85: Density

    C H A P T E R F I V E Density The instrument can report density with or without paper subtracted. Paper mode and status are selected from the Density Options menu, located in the Configuration menu (refer to Section Four).

  • Page 86: Measuring A Sample

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N paper and automatically subtracts it from subsequent density measurements. To measure paper: 1. If not selected, press the Tab keys $@ to highlight Paper. <...

  • Page 87: Viewing The Density Graph

    C H A P T E R F I V E And, if you set the density options to All , your measurement data appears like this: D e n s i t y T V C M Y < M e a s u r e D e n s i t y > 1.220 Paper 1.422...

  • Page 88: Dot/Tone

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N Dot/Tone Dot/Tone is calculated using either the Murray-Davies formula or the Yule-Nielson formula. Murray-Davies simply calculates dot by comparing the density of the tint minus paper with the density of the solid minus paper.

  • Page 89: Selecting Color

    C H A P T E R F I V E Selecting Color You can choose from two different methods using the dot/tone function. Auto measurement method measures all the colors, then displays the most dominant color. Single color measurement method measures and updates the specific color you selected.

  • Page 90: Measuring Dot/Tone Procedure

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N Measuring Dot/Tone Procedure So far, you have performed the procedures to select the color mode and measure paper. You are now ready to begin taking measurements to evaluate dot/tone.

  • Page 91: Trap

    C H A P T E R F I V E Trap The Trap function determines how well one ink prints over another ink (overprinting). You should select the Trap Mode (formula) located in the Configuration menu before measuring (refer to Section Four). Trap is calculated using one of two formulas: Preucil (GATF) Trap formula (factory default) −...

  • Page 92: Measuring Trap Procedure

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N T r a p T < M e a s u r e P a p e r > 0.114 Paper 0.116 Overprint 0.113...

  • Page 93: Hue/Grayness

    C H A P T E R F I V E Hue/Grayness The instrument can report hue error, grayness, and saturation with or without paper subtracted. Hue/Gray measures the selected ink through all three filters (cyan, magenta, and yellow). Paper mode is selected from the Density Options menu, located in the Configuration menu (refer to Section Four).

  • Page 94: Measuring Hue/Gray Procedure

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N 2. Center the instrument target window over a sample of the paper, and lower the instrument to take a reading. Hold instrument down until <...

  • Page 95: Print Contrast

    C H A P T E R F I V E Print Contrast Print Contrast provides the ability to monitor the ¾ tone area and is useful when determining the optimum printing density. Print contrast is calculated using. − × 100 %PC = where: D = solid density;...

  • Page 96: Measuring Print Contrast Procedure

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N before taking measurements. The instrument takes the density value of the paper and automatically subtracts it from subsequent measurements. To measure paper: 1.

  • Page 97: Run Job

    C H A P T E R F I V E Run Job The Run Job function is used to select a job sequence downloaded from an X-Rite software program such as X-RiteColor® Master. A typical job would display measurement prompts on the instrument screen. The instrument can store a total of 10 jobs at one time.

  • Page 98: Service And General Maintenance

    Reading Lamp Replacement Information Due to the circuit complexity and test equipment required, the read lamp should only be replaced by X-Rite or an authorized X-Rite Service Center. The lamp is monitored for intensity, and failure warnings will be displayed if a problem occurs.

  • Page 99: Cleaning The Optics

    C H A P T E R S I X Cleaning the Optics The optics should be cleaned once a week in normal environments, and more often in dirty or dusty environments. Carefully lift the instrument and blow short bursts of clean, dry air into the measurement aperture.

  • Page 100: Replacing The Battery Pack

    I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N Replacing the Battery Pack 1. Unplug the AC adapter and click the battery switch to Off. 2. Hold the shoe next to the instrument housing and lift upward on the spring-loaded latch.
  • Page 101 C H A P T E R S I X...

  • Page 102: Appendices

    Calibration Standard, Manual, AC Adapter, Carrying Case, Verification Reference, Measuring Apertures Usage Indoor only Altitude 2000 m Pollution Degree Overvoltage Category II X-Rite reference standards are traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology through Munsell Color Science Laboratory RIT. *8mm aperture.
  • Page 103 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 104: Changing The Aperture

    A P P E N D I C E S Changing the Aperture The instrument was designed to allow you to quickly change the aperture and target window. X-Rite provides three aperture kits especially designed for the instrument. Available kits: 4mm, 8mm (standard), and 16mm.
  • Page 105 C H A P T E R S E V E N Sensor Nose Aperture Wrench 4 mm Aperture Aperture Optics Bottom Housing Target Window Ring Target Window Shoe...
  • Page 106 A P P E N D I C E S Changing the Aperture Setting 1. At the Main Menu, use the Tab Up $ or Tab Down @ key to highlight . Press the Enter key # to access the Calibrate Calibration Menu.
  • Page 107 C H A P T E R S E V E N...
  • Page 108 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 939-500 Rev. E...

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