Konica Minolta BC-10 Plus Instruction Manual

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Page 1 Instruction Manual Please read before using the instrument.
Page 2 However, should you have any questions or ﬁ nd any errors, please contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility. • KONICA MINOLTA will not accept any responsibility for accidents that arise from the use of the instrument or products used other than as directed in this manual.
Page 3: Safety Precautions
ﬁ re. This may lead to ﬁ re, injury, or burns. Battery disposal those speciﬁ ed by KONICA MINOLTA is used, or if the adapter is connected to an methods vary depending on each municipality. Adhere to municipal instructions when unsupported voltage, it may result in damage to the adapter, ﬁ...
Page 4: Introduction
• Be sure to use only the AC adapter speciﬁ ed by KONICA MINOLTA and connect it to a 100-240 ▌Operating Environment VAC (50/60 Hz) AC outlet.
Page 5: Notes On Storage
• Do not attempt to replace the backup battery by yourself. Contact a KONICA MINOLTA- • Should the instrument break down, do not try to disassemble or repair it by yourself.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Chapter 1 Before Using the Instrument ·························································································7 PC Application Operation Screen ············································································42 Checking the Included Accessories ················································································8 Instrument Info Display ·································································································45 Standard Accessories ································································································8 Checking BC-10 Plus Information ············································································45 Optional Accessories ·································································································9 Instrument Settings ·······································································································46 System Diagram ···········································································································10 Mask Setting ············································································································46 Names and Functions of Parts ·····················································································11...
Page 7: Chapter 1 Before Using The Instrument
Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Before Using the Instrument...
Page 8: Checking The Included Accessories
Checking the Included Accessories This instrument can be used with the following standard accessories and optional accessories. Memo The shape of some products may be different from those shown. Standard Accessories Verify that all of the following items are included. ■...
Page 9: Optional Accessories
Checking the Included Accessories (Cont.) Optional Accessories Purchase the following separately sold accessories as necessary. ■ AC Adapter AC-A308 ■ Hard Case CR-A90 The adapter is used to supply power from the AC power This case can be used to store the instrument together supply to the instrument.
Page 10: System Diagram
AC-A305J,K,L,M BAKING METER BC-10 plus Soft Case CR-A98 USB Cable Printer IF-A25 (Commercially available) Protective Cover CR-A91 (Commercially available) White PC application Protective Cap Calibration Cap (stored in BC-10 Plus body) CR-A93 CR-A86 DATA MANUAL WARNING Standard accessories Optional accessories...
Page 11: Names And Functions Of Parts
Names and Functions of Parts 5. STATUS lamp (orange) Illuminates the lamp when measurement fails, when the xenon tube is burnt out, when operation cannot be performed, and for other error notiﬁ cations. 6. Sample surface aperture This is the aperture for measuring samples. The diameter of the opening can be changed by replacing the target mask.
Page 12: Handling The Instrument
Handling the Instrument Attaching the Wrist Strap Notes When using the instrument by hand, attach the wrist strap and pass your arm through the strap to prevent the unit from falling. Procedure ❶ Pass one end of the wrist strap through the strap holder on the instrument.
Page 13: Inserting Batteries
Handling the Instrument (Cont.) Inserting Batteries This instrument can be powered by four AA batteries (alkaline batteries or nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries). Use batteries as needed for the application. Notes • Do not use manganese batteries. • Remove the batteries if the instrument will not be used for at least 2 weeks. If the batteries are left in the instrument for long periods, the batteries may leak and damage the instrument.
Page 14: Connecting An Ac Adapter
Handling the Instrument (Cont.) Connecting an AC Adapter Notes • When using AC power for the instrument, be sure to use the optional AC adapter (AC-A308) or the USB bus power AC adapter (AC-A305J,K,L,M). • When connecting or disconnecting the plug, be sure to verify that the power has been turned OFF. Memo Be sure to connect the USB bus power AC adapter (AC-A305J,K,L,M) using the USB cable (IF-A25) supplied with the product.
Page 15: Attaching/Removing The Target Mask
• Do not apply excessive force to latch portion on the inside of the target mask. The target mask may become unusable if the latch portion is damaged. • If the target mask is damaged, contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility.
Page 16: White Calibration Cap Cr-A86
ﬁ ts over the white calibration area. Notes Do not ﬁ x the white calibration cap to the instrument. BC-10 Plus Removing ❶ Remove the instrument from the white calibration cap, and attach the lid to the white calibration cap.
Page 17: How To Strage
Handling the Instrument (Cont.) How to Strage When you put away the instrument in the soft case, please housed as shown in the ﬁ gure. Notes When the white calibration cap is not being used, put on the dedicated lid, please store it in a location protected from external light or dust. White Calibration Protective Cap...
Page 18: Cleaning The Components
Target or dirt on the mask. If the target mask is dirty, and the dirt cannot be mask removed by a blower or the like, contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility. ❷ Use a blower to blow off dust or dirt inside the •...
Page 19: Turning The Power On/Off
Handling the Instrument (Cont.) Turning the Power ON/OFF Turning the Power ON POWER ❶ Press and hold for about 1 Power button second. BEEP BEEP! The display on the LCD screen will appear and the READY lamp will illuminate in blue. Turning the Power OFF ❶...
Page 20: Battery Warnings
Handling the Instrument (Cont.) Battery Warnings This instrument can be powered by AA batteries (alkaline batteries or nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries). When the instrument is operating on battery power, the battery mark will appear on the LCD screen showing one of two levels according to the battery consumption. The battery mark will not be shown if the batteries have sufﬁ...
Page 21: Points To Remember
Points to Remember When using the instrument with the supplied PC application, the instrument’s settings can be conﬁ gured, measurement can be performed, and measurement data can be viewed in a list and saved/cleared. Instrument Operation/Display Display (LCD Screen) The screen shows various settings used for measuring as well as measurement results, The LCD screen on the top of the instrument is used to display measurement results and messages, and other information.
Page 22 ON/OFF (Page 50) and regarding the display LED (READY lamp) display (Page 51). White Calibration Cap BC-10 Plus Pairing Number The instrument and White Calibration Cap bear 5-digit numbers called “pairing number”. Before starting white calibration, conﬁ rm that the instrument and White Calibration Cap have the same pairing number.
Page 23: Instrument Info Display
Instrument Info Display Checking BC-10 Plus Checking Instrument Firmware Version Information The information will be displayed at the top of the <MENU> screen. Ex.: Ver.1.10.0000 Ver.1.10.0000 MENU Back Undo Avg. Reset Browse Data Mask Setting Auto Off Date/Time USB Connec.
Page 24: Chapter 2 Measurement
Chapter 2 Chapter 2 Measurement Notes Verify that the USB cable is connected or CAUTION To ensure correct measurement, take that there is sufﬁ cient battery power care to prevent the sample and the remaining before performing sample from slipping away from the measurement.
Page 25: Flow Of Measurement
Flow of Measurement ■ Basic procedure ■ Optional settings Perform items marked with (*) using the PC application. Turning the Power ON (Page 19) White Calibration When turning the instrument ON (Page 27) * As necessary according to the measurement conditions Date and time setting, Auto Off Conﬁ...
Page 26: Part 1. Measurement
Part 1. Measurement Memo Some settings can be conﬁ gured on the instrument when turned ON in the settings of the supplied PC application. For more on these settings, read “Instrument Menu Customization” regarding the environment settings for the instrument (Page 52).
Page 27: White Calibration
White Calibration White calibration will be performed, and the This instrument requires white calibration before performing measurement after the power 10:00 is turned ON. measurement screen will be displayed. Memo Changes in ambient temperature and heat generated from repetitive use may cause subtle deviations in the indicated values.
Page 28: Measurement
Measurement Notes Make sure to perform white calibration before measuring. For details, refer Notes Measurement results that exceed the range of guaranteed performance will to “White Calibration” on page 27. be displayed as in the following diagram. • For accurate measurements, measure under the same conditions Take care when using these measurements.
Page 29: Avg. Meas
Avg. Meas. Using the average measurement function makes it possible to obtain data that is even While the measurement is displayed, 10:00 more accurate. quickly press the AVERAGE button. Indicates that Avg. 05 If the sample color is uneven, the accuracy of the measurement can be improved by values are The average of the measurement results up average for ﬁ...
Page 30: Switching Measurement Result Displays
Switching Measurement Result Displays It is possible to switch how the measurement results are displayed. <Measurement> 10:00 10:00 10:00 10:00 3.55 3.55 61.1 61.1 61.1 3.55 21.3 21.3 21.3 <Average> BCU statistics display Average value of L*a*b* Maximum value of L*a*b* Minimum value of L*a*b* 10:00 10:00...
Page 31: Part 2. Instrument Settings
Part 2. Instrument Settings...
Page 32: Various Settings/Instrument Settings
Various Settings/Instrument Settings Instrument Menu Customization Mask Setting — Conﬁ gure as necessary — Go back to the measurement screen. 10:00 “Auto Detect” is set under Mask Setting on the instrument when shipped from the factory. MAV display MENU/OK If for some reason automatic detection is not possible, conﬁ gure the settings appropriately 3.80 for the target mask attached.
Page 33: Various Settings/Other Settings
Various Settings/Other Settings Instrument Menu Customization Auto Off — Conﬁ gure as necessary — Go back to the measurement screen. 10:00 The instrument includes an Auto Off function. When using battery power, this function MENU/OK automatically turns the power OFF if the operation keys are not operated within the 3.80 speciﬁ...
Page 34: Date And Time Setting
Various Settings/Other Settings (Cont.) Date and Time Setting Save to Instrument — Conﬁ gure as necessary — Memo • This setting is only displayed and usable when the “Save to Instrument” Go back to the <MENU> screen. setting for saved data is turned ON using the PC application. MENU/OK •...
Page 35: Measurement Data Operations
Measurement Data Operations Go back to the <MENU> screen. Browse Data MENU/OK Save to Instrument It is possible to view the details of data saved to the instrument. Memo This setting is only displayed and usable when the “Save to Instrument” setting for saved data is turned ON using the PC application and data is saved.
Page 36: Chapter 3 Pc Application
Chapter 3 Chapter 3 PC Application Notes on Use • This software is application software for use with Windows 10 or Windows 11. Please note that this software does not include any OS. • One of the above OS must be installed on the PC in order to install this software. •...
Page 37: Connecting To A
IF-A25 may break. BAKING METER BC-10 Plus (Commercially available) • Firmly push in the USB cable connector that matches the shape of the port (connection terminal) until it can go in no further.
Page 38: When First Connecting To The
Connecting to a PC (Cont.) When First Connecting to the PC ❹ Move the selection frame to “PC” using either 10:00 MENU/OK MENU , and then press Notes • To use a PC application with the instrument connected to a PC, the Back dedicated USB driver must be installed.
Page 39 Connecting to a PC (Cont.) ❷ Updating the drive manually After installing, click “Close”. If the connected instrument is not displayed under [Ports (COM & LPT)] and is ❷-4 Conﬁ rm the COM port number from instead displayed under [Other Devices] as “! Unknown Device”, the USB driver will step ❶, and then navigate to [Device need to be installed manually.
Page 40: Launching The Pc Application
Connecting to a PC (Cont.) Launching the PC Application ❸ Double-click the “CRX_APP.exe" ﬁ le copied to the PC’s hard drive to launch the PC application. Memo The PC application cannot be run when logged in to the PC under a “Guest” account.
Page 41: Points To Remember
Points to Remember PC Application Settings Using the supplied PC application, the items displayed on the instrument’s menus can be customized. Change the settings as required. Settings for the instrument can be conﬁ gured through the “Setting” screen on the PC application. The items that appear on the instrument’s settings menu are as follows.
Page 42: Pc Application Operation Screen
Points to Remember (Cont.) PC Application Operation Screen The supplied PC application is conﬁ gured with three operation panels: “Setting”, “Measure”, and “Data”. The following describes the functions available on each screen. Instrument Info Display Memo The settings conﬁ gured using the PC application are reﬂ ected on the instrument. Displays the instrument’s serial number and ﬁ...
Page 43 Points to Remember (Cont.) [Measure] Tab Measurement can be performed when the instrument settings are met and the PC application is running. Memo The settings conﬁ gured on the PC application will also be applied when measuring remotely from the PC application. When performing remote measurement from the PC application, the “Meas.
Page 44 Points to Remember (Cont.) [Data] Tab Functions related to measurement data saved to the instrument are available in the [Data] tab. This tab allows data saved in the instrument to be imported and displayed as a list before being saved to the PC. Data Saved in Inst.
Page 45: Instrument Info Display
Instrument Info Display Checking BC-10 Plus Information The instrument information and version of an instrument connected to the PC can be checked on the PC application screen. Serial No. Firmware version of the connected instrument...
Page 46: Instrument Settings
Instrument Settings Instrument Menu Customization Mask Setting — Conﬁ gure as necessary — “Auto Detect” is set under Mask Setting on the instrument when shipped from the factory. If for some reason automatic detection is not possible, conﬁ gure the settings appropriately for the target mask attached.
Page 47: Environment Settings (Changing Instrument Settings)
Environment Settings (Changing Instrument Settings) Save Meas. Data Measured data can be saved to the instrument. Go to the “Setting” screen. Click the check box to the left of “Save to Instrument”. Up to 1000 measurement data entries can be saved. In addition, this application can be used to display data saved in the instrument in a list and to save the data to the PC.
Page 48: Auto Off
Environment Settings (Changing Instrument Settings) (Cont.) Auto Off — Conﬁ gure as necessary — The instrument includes an Auto Off function. When the instrument is using battery power, this function automatically turns the power OFF if the operation keys are not operated within the speciﬁ...
Page 49: Date/Time
Environment Settings (Changing Instrument Settings) (Cont.) Date/Time — Conﬁ gure as necessary — Memo This setting is only displayed and usable when the “Save to Instrument” setting for saved data is turned ON using the PC application. When the PC application is running, the date and time is obtained from the instrument and displayed on the PC application screen.
Page 50: Settings Only Confi Gurable From The Pc Application
Environment Settings (Changing Instrument Settings) (Cont.) * Settings Only Conﬁ gurable from the PC Application — Conﬁ gure as necessary — The buzzer is set to “ON” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. This buzzer sound can be switched ON/OFF. Change the settings as required. Turning the buzzer ON/OFF The buzzer sound on the instrument can be switched ON/OFF.
Page 51 Environment Settings (Changing Instrument Settings) (Cont.) * Settings Only Conﬁ gurable from the PC Application — Conﬁ gure as necessary — LED (READY Lamp, STATUS Lamp) Display The display settings for the LED lamps on the instrument can be changed. When the LED display is set to ON (either set to “On”...
Page 52 Environment Settings (Changing Instrument Settings) (Cont.) * Settings Only Conﬁ gurable from the PC Application — Conﬁ gure as necessary — Instrument Menu Customization This function enables certain settings to be conﬁ gured on the instrument. Items switched to ON will be conﬁ gurable on the instrument. The items that can be conﬁ...
Page 53: Pc Application (Measurement)
PC Application (Measurement) <Remote Measurement and Trigger Measurement When the PC application for the instrument is running, measurement can be done remotely or by using a trigger. ■ Remote Measurement Click the measuring button on the PC application to measure remotely. ■...
Page 54: White Calibration
White Calibration This instrument requires white calibration before performing measurement after the power is turned ON. After turning the power ON, if the instrument is immediately connected to the PC without performing white calibration, the PC application will enter white calibration measurement mode.
Page 55: Measurement
Measurement Measurement Notes Make sure to perform white calibration before measuring. For details, refer to “White Calibration” on page 27. • For accurate measurements, measure under the same conditions (ambient temperature, etc.). Press the [Measure] tab to open the measurement screen. Set the sample surface aperture on the sample to measure.
Page 56: Avg. Meas
Measurement (Cont.) Avg. Meas. Using the average measurement function when measuring makes it possible to obtain data that is even more accurate. If the sample color is uneven, the accuracy of the measurement can be improved by randomly measuring locations within the sample area to calculate the average for the sample, or by repeatedly measuring the same sample location to calculate the average for that location.
Page 57: Save Meas. Data
Save Meas. Data Save Meas. Data Data and averages measured using remote measurement or trigger measurement through the PC application can be saved to the PC. Notes For this setting, make sure to copy the PC application to the PC’s hard drive before running the application.
Page 58: Measurement Result Display
Measurement Result Display Importing Measurement Data All data saved in the instrument is referenced and displayed in a list. Memo This operation is only possible when the “Save to Instrument” setting is turned ON in the PC application and there is saved data in the instrument. Notes Data acquisition may take longer when the number of data entries is large.
Page 59: Measurement Data Operations
Measurement Data Operations Save to PC (Obtain Measurement Data Saved in Instrument) Import data saved in the instrument to a speciﬁ ed destination. Notes For this setting, make sure to copy the PC application to the PC’s hard drive before running the application. Click “Save to PC”.
Page 60: Clear Inst. Data
Measurement Data Operations (Cont.) Clear Inst. Data Delete all data saved in the instrument. Performing this operation will clear the list. Memo Data cannot be cleared using the instrument itself. Click “Clear Inst. Data”. Click “Yes”. The data will be cleared. Click “OK”.
Page 61: Copy To Clipboard
Measurement Data Operations (Cont.) Copy to Clipboard Copies all measurement data (data displayed in the measurement results list) within the folder selected in the folder list to the clipboard. Click “Copy to Clipboard”. Memo All measurement data and averages for the measurement date and time selected in the folder list will be copied.
Page 62: Chapter 4 Other Functions
Chapter 4 Chapter 4 Other Functions...
Page 63: Connecting A Printer
The instrument can be connected to the accessory printer so that the data displayed on the instrument’s LCD screen can be printed. For information on connectable printers, contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility. Memo • Only text can be output to the printer.
Page 64: Printing Measurement Data
Print Sample Serial No. When continuous measurement is performed When display format is switched S/N 3000002 BC-10 Plus S/N 3000002 BC-10 Plus S/N 3000002 BC-10 Plus 01 BCU3.30 Instrument name display...
Page 65: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
Chapter 5 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting...
Page 66: Memory Errors
Memory Errors Performing Recovery The following may occur if the cable connecting the instrument to the PC is disconnected. • It may become impossible to save ﬁ les to the instrument. • Files saved on the instrument may become unreadable. Data recovery can be performed if such memory errors occur.
Page 67 Memory Errors (Cont.) Check whether the USB cable is connected or if there is sufﬁ cient <Memory recovery failed> battery power remaining. Click “OK”. 10:00 Memory Notes If this message is displayed, contact a KONICA Select “Yes” and conﬁ rm. recovery MINOLTA-authorized service facility.
Page 68: Error Messages
The messages below may be displayed when using the instrument. When one of these messages is displayed, please take the action indicated below. After performing the action, if the instrument does not return to normal, contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility.
Page 69: Checking For Malfunction
In the event that of a malfunction with the instrument, carry out the following measures. If the instrument does not return to normal, try turning the power OFF. If this does not work, contact the nearest KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility.
Page 70: Chapter 6 Appendix
Chapter 6 Chapter 6 Appendix...
Page 71: Dimensions
Dimensions (Unit: mm) ø25 Tripod mount screw Measurement target surface (depth: 6) 50.2 ø11 Center of light-receiving area...
Page 72: Main Specifi Cations
Main Speciﬁ cations Model BAKING METER BC-10 Plus 8° : di (8° illumination angle/diffuse viewing: specular component included) Illumination/viewing system (conforms to DIN 5033 Teil 7, JIS Z 8722 condition d, ISO 7724/1, CIE No. 15, ASTM E 1164) Detector Silicon photocells (6 pcs.)
Page 73 < CAUTION > KONICA MINOLTA WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE MISUSE, MISHANDLING, UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION, ETC. OF THIS PRODUCT, OR FOR ANY INDIRECT OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS, ETC.) DUE TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT.

Konica Minolta BC-10 Plus Instruction Manual

Chapter 1 Before Using the Instrument

Chapter 2 Measurement

Chapter 3 PC Application

Chapter 4 Other Functions

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

Chapter 6 Appendix

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