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spectro2profiler Color and 3D Surface Texture Measurement Operating Manual...
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spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Specific properties and structural characteristics of the software are intellectual property of BYK-Gardner. The copyright of this manual remains with BYK-Gardner. This document must not be reproduced fully or in party, published or used for any other competitive purposes, no matter whether against payment or not, without prior written authorization from BYK-Gardner.
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Application and Technical Seminars · Repair and Certification Service BYK-Gardner is part of Altana AG and a direct subsidiary of BYK, a leading supplier of additives for coatings and plastics. Together, we offer complete and unique solutions for you, our customer.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH For Your Safety CAUTION: Familiarization with safety instructions necessary Absence of knowledge of safety instructions threatens your health and can damage the instrument. Read the safety instructions before you use the instrument the first time. The safety instructions are part of the delivery content. You find the safety instructions in the dedicated booklet enclosed to the instrument carrying case.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Disposal Disused electrical equipment such as this instrument must be professionally disposed. Do not dispose it in household garbage and make sure to observe the national law in your country. Declarations 1.5.1 Declaration of Conformity (EU) BYK-Gardner GmbH Lausitzer Strasse 8 D-82538 Geretsried declare, that the instrument spectro2profiler complies with the requirements of the following...
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Frank R. Wagner Managing Director 1.5.3 FCC Declaration (USA) This equipment contains a radio module with FCC-ID: 2ADHKATWINC1500U. 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.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler 1.5.5 Japanese Declaration This equipment contains specified radio equipment that has been certified to the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification under the Japanese Radio Law. MIC ID: R 006-000497 Intended Use The spectro2profiler is designed to measure color, gloss, 2D reflectivity and 3D structure on different surfaces.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler The spectro2profiler is a portable spectrophotometer that measures color, gloss, 2D reflectivity and 3D structure of surfaces. It is operated by the Operate button and the touch-screen display on the top side. The Operate button is used to switch on the instrument and to trigger a measurement. The touch-screen display is used to select icons and functions directly.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Names and Functions of Parts 2.2.1 Frontside Button Operate: Instrument is off: · Press completely: Turns instrument on. In “Autodiagnosis” or “Calibration” mode: · Press halfway or completely: Executes the measurement on the test / calibration tile. In “Measurement”...
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler 2.2.2 Backside USB type C plug: · Connected to power-supply: Charge the battery in the instrument. · Connected to PC: Charge and transfer data between instrument and computer. For fast charge see "Fast Charge ". 2.2.3 Protective Cap Protective cap: ·...
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH 2.2.4 Power Supply Power supply and adapters: · Use to charge the battery in the instrument. · Use the adapter matching your current wall socket. 2.2.5 USB Cables USB cables: · Type A to C: Connect instrument with power supply for charging and with PC for charging and data transfer.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler 2.2.6 Checking Tiles In the case following checking tiles are placed: · Green standard: Used to test color measurement. · Black standard: Used to test gloss measurement. · White standard: Used to calibrate the instrument. Consult “Test and Calibration “...
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH The conclusion is: To measure just color is not enough - color and topography of a sample is to be measured in order to be able to compare it to a standard. The spectro2profiler is the combination of different measurement techniques in one instrument: ·...
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler 2.3.3 2D Reflectivity Measurement To overcome the disadvantage mentioned above the spectro2profiler uses a new approach for objective measurement: The illumination takes place in-line; the reflections are measured with a 2D camera. The in-line setup eliminates cast shadows. The advantage is: No shadow zones, no directionality in the measurement results.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH 2.3.5 Summary The spectro2profiler is the combination of different measurement techniques in one instrument: · Classic color measurement · Classic gloss measurement · New 2D reflectivity measurement · New 3D topography measurement Consult "Measurement Parameter " and the separate glossary for more information on the measurement parameters supported by instrument and software smart-chart.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Please observe following notes when you put the instrument into operation: · Assemble the system, consisting of instrument, USB cable, power supply or PC and software. Consult System Diagram for more information. · Connect the instrument to the power supply and allow it to charge fully. Consult Charging Procedures for more information.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Charging Procedures The instrument provides two ways for charging: · Standard charge via USB Type A / C · Fast charge via USB Type C / C 3.2.1 Standard Charge The power supply is connected to the wall socket. Connect the instrument via USB cable type A / C to the power supply.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH NOTICE The USB connector type C can be inserted in both directions. Using the Main Menu The screen below shows the icons that can be displayed on the main menu. Difference: Compare standard and Absolute: Take absolute measurements sample.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Setting Parameters The instrument is working with default measurement parameters. Before starting with measurements these parameters may have to be controlled. Below the default values are shown. For more details see "System Configuration " > "Measurement Parameter ".
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH NOTICE Changes in the measurement parameters apply to new standards only. Standards with existing measurement data will be measured with previous parameter in order to ensure data consistency. Software Installation The software suite smart-chart is a modern and intuitive PC program to document, analyze and optimize your color, gloss, reflectivity and topography data.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler 3.5.2 Software Registration After software download both software packages can be used for 30 days free trial. Thereafter, you need to register either for one of the two software packages. In the main window of smart- chart click on the button About/ License. You can retrieve your license on-line or off-line.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Following measurements are supported: · Difference Measurement · Absolute Measurement · Perform Quick Check · Opacity Measurement · Organizer Measurement Make sure your measurement parameters are set, see "Measurement Parameter " for more information. Common Functions The spectro2profiler provides an easy-to-use graphical interface which supports to you speed up your daily work.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH 4.1.2 Filter Function The instrument provides a function to filter for standards. This is helpful in case of many standards being stored in the instruments memory. Click on the filter icon in the lower left. The screen to enter the filter criteria is displayed. Enter the criteria for the filter - i.e.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler To change the filter criteria click the filter icon again; to remove the filter click the cancel filter icon. Difference Measurement In difference mode following measurements are supported: · Load existing Standard : Compare sample(s) to a standard. ·...
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spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Select a standard to continue. The list with existing test series appears. You have two options: · To continue existing test serie select it from list. · To add a new test serie click on item New test series; a new test serie will be created created.
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BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Select Rename test series from context menu, if required. Enter the name and confirm via the check mark in the upper right corner, the instrument is ready to measure. Proceed with following steps: 1. Place sample on instrument. 2.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH · Display differences between standard and sample · Display statistical data with 1..3 columns · Activate / inactivate fixed statistics etc. Details see "Measurement Parameter " > "Measurement Screen ". 4.2.2 Search for closest Standard Using this function you can measure any sample - the system will automatically present the standard(s) in the instrument, which are closest to the current sample.
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BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Measure your current sample just one time, the instrument measures the current sample and searches for the closest standard in the memory. Following scenarios are supported: · Nearest standard found: If matching standard is found in memory, it is selected automatically.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH 4.2.3 Create new Standard Using this function you can create new standards. Click on icon Difference. The list with existing standards is displayed. To add a new standard click on the Plus symbol (+); a new standard is created and the input for the standard name appears.
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BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Proceed with following steps: 1. Place instrument on standard. 2. To activate camera, press Operate button halfway. 3. Click on Measure or press the Operate button completely. 4. Standard is measured and automatically saved. Now the measured standard exists as new digital standard in instrument memory. Transfer the new data to smart-chart to import it into the measurement database.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Absolute Measurement Using this function you can take measurements without comparing to a standard. Click on icon Absolute. Proceed with following steps: 1. Place instrument on sample. 2. To activate camera, press Operate button halfway. 3. Click on Measure or press the Operate button completely. 4.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Continue with the next sample, if required. To end absolute mode select End test series from context menu. Perform Quick Check Using this function you can compare a standard with one or more samples without automatic saving - use it for the quick evaluation of your current samples. Click on icon Quick check.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Continue with the next sample, if required. To end quick check mode select End test series from context menu. Opacity Measurement With this function the hiding power of a coating can be measured - using for example the BYK- Gardner byko-charts: ·...
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BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler In the main menu click on icon Opacity; the measurement starts with the reading over black and finishes with the reading over white. Place instrument on the black background and click on Measure or press the Operate button. 283 025 450 E 2305...
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spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH The sample is measured and automatically saved; continue with Next and place instrument on the white background. Click on Measure or press the Operate button; the sample is measured again and automatically saved. Scroll down to see the Opacity value in %. A higher value indicates that the hiding power of the coating is good.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler To end quick check mode select End test series from context menu. Organizer Measurement It is possible to predefine the measurement sequence in the software smart-process with the so- called "organizer" - allowing a standardization of the measurement procedure. The organizer icon appears after downloading an organizer from smart-process into the instrument.
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spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Afterwards the objects in the organizer can be selected - for example car model, color / standard and the paint line in the production. Continue with Next; the organizer will guide step by step and check zone by check zone you through the whole measurement process.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH 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. Following operations are supported: ·...
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BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Open the desired object to view the measurement data. Scroll down to view data values and statistics. Use the Previous / Next icons to navigate through the different samples measured. NOTICE The values show are the average values for all measurements on this sample. 283 025 450 E 2305...
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Delete Test Series To delete a single test series from a standard select Difference in the Browse menu, click on the standard to open it and select the test series to be deleted in the list. Click on the Trashcan icon. A confirmation dialog is displayed. Confirm with the check mark in the upper right corner.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler If only on single test series exists in the standard, it can also be deleted directly from the measurement screen using the Trashcan icon. Delete Standard You can delete complete standards with all their test series stored from instrument memory. In Browse menu click on Standard and select the standard(s) to be deleted in the list.
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spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Confirm with the check mark in the upper right corner. The selected objects are deleted. To abort the deletion click on the cross icon to leave the dialog. NOTICE Standards (and organizers) received from smart-process can not be deleted on the instrument - use smart-process to delete these objects.
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spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH With this function you can configure the instrument according to your needs. The configuration menu comprises following options: · Measurement Parameter · 2D/3D Settings · 2D/3D Scales · Color System · Color Equation · Measurement Screen · Color Indices ·...
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Measurement Parameter The default values for the measurement parameter are shown in System Operation > Parameters . Below more details on these parameters are given. Following measurement parameter can be set: · 2D/3D Settings · 2D/3D Scales ·...
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH 6.1.1 2D/3D Settings Via this function you can configure how the measurements are to be done. With the wheel on the top the instrument can be configured for different predefined analysis modes. Following modes are supported: · Leather-like structures ·...
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler 6.1.2 2D/3D Scales Depending on the chosen predefined analysis modes - see "2D/3D Settings " - the various scales are preselected. Scroll up and down to see all options. Scales can be activated / deactivated by tapping the corresponding check box. For each scale both absolute value and / or delta to the standard can be selected.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH If the graph with the tolerances is shown, scroll down to see results in the first color system. Scroll more down to see the results in the next color system. 6.1.4 Color Equation Go to Measurement parameter > Color equation and select the color equation you want to use for measurements.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler If the graph with the tolerances is shown, scroll down to see data table and statistics. 6.1.5 Measurement Screen Go to Measurement parameter > Color equation and scroll down to Measurement screen. Select the data to be displayed in the measurement results. Following data can be selected: ·...
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH The default setting is SMP, SMP. In the example shown above the value for STD is displayed too. 6.1.6 Color Indices The instrument can measure multiple color indices and display the results. Go to Measurement parameter > Color indices and select color indices you want to use for measurements. You can decide to display absolute and / or difference values.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Another example can be found in Opacity Measurement 6.1.7 Gloss The spectro2profiler can measure gloss under 60°. Go to Measurement parameter > Gloss and activate the gloss values you want to be displayed in the measurement results. The gloss value is visible in the measurements results.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH The default setting is the absolute gloss value (abs). 6.1.8 Illumination The spectro2profiler can calculate the measurement results under up to three different illuminations. Go to Measurement parameter > Illumination and select the illuminations you want to get displayed. The selected illuminations are visible in the measurements results, scroll down to see the results for each illumination.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Using three different illuminations for the same measurement will provide more reliable results. 6.1.9 Observer The spectro2profiler can measure gloss with an observer of 2° or 10°. Go to Measurement parameter > Observer and activate the option you want to use for measurements. The selected observer is visible in the measurements results - along with the "Illumination ".
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH You can for example measure a standard or a sample with 2° first, change the configuration and repeat the measurement with 60°. 6.1.10 Statistics Go to Measurement parameter > Statistics and select the statistic options to be used during measurement: The number of measurements required on standard and on sample and statistic data to be displayed.
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BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler If the no. of measurements is e.g. “3”, the icon for Next becomes active after the 3 measurement. The option Statistic fixed means: The exact no. of measurements is to be made. 283 025 450 E 2305...
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH If this options is inactive, the minimum no. is required, but additional measurements can be made - both Measure and Next are active. 6.1.11 Autostandard The option Always use autostandard is a comfort function. If the option is inactive, the Standards dialog displayed when starting the Difference mode. 283 025 450 E 2305...
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BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler If the option is active, the search for the nearest standard is always active, the measurement screen is displayed immediately. Place the instrument on the sample and click on Measure, the sample is measured and the nearest standards in system memory will be displayed. 283 025 450 E 2305...
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH More details see "Difference Measurement " > "Search for closest Standard ". 6.1.12 Test Series The option Always continue last test series is a comfort function. If the option is inactive, the Select test series dialog displayed when starting a measurement. 283 025 450 E 2305...
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BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler If the option is active, the latest series in the current measurement mode is opened automatically. More details see "Perform Measurements " > "Context Menu ". 283 025 450 E 2305...
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Language Select the language of the user interface. Following languages are supported: · English (English) · Deutsch (German) · Español (Spanish) · Français (French) · Pycckuu (Russian) · (Japanese) · (Chinese) 283 025 450 E 2305...
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Date / Time Here you can enter date, time and time zone for your current location. The time zone is the difference of your location in hours compared to the Universal Time Code (UTC): London is UTC +00:00, Berlin is UTC +01:00 and so on. The time can be entered in hours and minute, during summer time activate Daylight saving.
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spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH The date is entered with day, month and year. For Date and Time the Format to be displayed can be selected. 283 025 450 E 2305...
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Color Scheme If this option is activated the white background of the display turns to black. This option is preferred in case of darker surroundings. If this option is deactivated the background turns back to white. Information Under this option the details about instrument, firmware and certification can be retrieved.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Following data is displayed: · Serial Number: The unique ID of your instrument. · Catalog Number: The order number in our products catalog. · Firmware Version: The current version of the system software. · Certification Date: The date of the last certification. A re-certification by BYK-Gardner should take place once a year.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Display Time You can configure the time interval for the automatic shutdown of your instrument. Following values are possible (in minutes): 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 30. Calibration The system delivery comprises a calibration tile and test tiles for color and gloss, see "Checking Tiles ".
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spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Remove the protective cap from your instrument and place instrument on checking tile. In the configuration menu select Calibration. The instrument calibration comprises following functions: · Calibration Information · Diagnosis Color / Gloss · Calibration on White ·...
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler 6.8.1 Information Use the information screen to check the current status of diagnosis and calibration. You can check date of last calibration and serial numbers for your calibration and test tiles. Scroll down to see all details. 6.8.2 Autodiagnosis In regular intervals a diagnosis is requested.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Clean the test standard and repeat. If diagnosis still fails, calibrate the instrument on the white standard, see "Calibration on White ". 6.8.3 Calibration on White Calibration on white is required if the diagnosis fails. Click on Calibrate. The instrument will guide you through the calibration procedure.
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Clean the white calibration standard and repeat. If calibration still fails, contact the BYK-Gardner service team. NOTICE We recommend to test your instrument once a day and to calibrate your instrument once a month. Take care that your calibration tile and test tiles are clean. Always keep them closed in the transportation case.
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spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH "Difference Measurement " > "Load existing Standard " to frequently monitor instrument performance. If the differences are within your tolerances you can continue to measure with your instrument. Otherwise calibrate your instrument on the white standard, see "Calibration on White ".
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler 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 "...
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH 6.10 Config Protect You can protect the current configuration of your instrument via password against accidental or intentional changes. In the configuration menu select Protect configuration. Activate the option. You have to enter a password. The password is shown in clear text during input.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Application Hints The following settings can be selected in the spectro2profiler via the "Measurement Parameter " and in smart-chart via the module Standard Management. Algorithm 2D Reflectivity 3D Topography Leather-like Leather-inverted R -Mean Reflectivity Rh -Reflectivity Hills Rv - Reflectivity Valleys Rc - Reflectivity Contrast Cn - Number of Cells (count)
BYK-Gardner GmbH spectro2profiler Troubleshooting Problem / Error Message Solution Error! Please clean white tile Clean white tile and repeat white calibration. If white calibration or call customer service. fails again, contact service. Calibration invalid. Please Perform calibration using the white calibration standard. perform calibration.
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Technical Data 7.3.1 Color Measurement Geometry 45°c:0° Aperture size Diameter 25 mm Spectral range 400 - 700 nm, 10 nm resolution Repeatability 0.01 (10 readings on white) Reproducibility (average of 12 BCRA tiles) Color systems CIELab/Ch, Lab(h), XYZ, Yxy Color differences E2000 Color indices...
spectro2profiler BYK-Gardner GmbH Service Points List of global service centers with ISO / IEC 17025 accredited laboratories Headquarter Germany Headquarter USA Headquarter PTE c/o BYK-Gardner GmbH c/o BYK-Gardner USA c/o BYK USA dba Paul N. Lausitzer Strasse 8 9104 Guilford Road, Suite H Gardner, 316 N.E.
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