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Spectrophotometer CM-17d CM-16d Instruction Manual Please read before using the instrument.
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Bluetooth ® Trademarks • The Bluetooth ® mark and logo are registered trademarks of The Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and are used under license. • The KONICA MINOLTA logo and symbol marks and SpectraMagic are registered trademarks of KONICA MINOLTA, Inc.
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If an AC adapter other than those specified by KONICA MINOLTA is used, or if the adapter is connected to an unsupported voltage, it may result in damage to the adapter, fire, or electric shock.
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Do not touch the battery with wet hands. Doing so may result in electric shock or a malfunction. Do not use, charge, or store the lithium-ion battery in a high-temperature environment. Doing so may cause the battery to overheat, catch fire, or rupture. Do not throw or submit the lithium-ion battery to strong impacts such as from a fall from a high location.
This instrument is a precision measuring instrument. When transporting the instrument to a service facility for maintenance or for other reasons, be sure to use the packing materials to minimize shock or vibration. If the packing materials are lost or damaged, contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility. ■ Notes on Use The instrument must be used correctly.
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• Do not attempt to replace the built-in backup battery. The battery should only be replaced by KONICA MINOLTA. To replace the backup battery, please contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility. • It is recommended to manage important data and settings using the optional SpectraMagic NX2 software.
Introduction (Cont.) Battery • Use only the standard accessory lithium-ion battery or the optional accessory lithium-ion battery CM-A235 (RRC1120). Absolutely do not use any other type of battery. • The battery in the instrument will be charged from the power supplied through the USB cable regardless of whether the instrument is turned ON or OFF.
• If you are unable to remove dirt from the instrument through the above procedure, or if the instrument becomes scratched, contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility. • If the specimen measuring port of the instrument becomes dirty, contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility.
■ Conventions This manual describes how to safely operate the CM-17d/CM-16d using a specific procedure to perform measurement. Viewing Pages Symbols used in this manual are explained below. * Explanatory pages are constructed as follows. (The content of the explanatory illustration will differ from the actual page.)
Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Before Using the Instrument Accessories.............11 ■ Standard Accessories ........11 ■ Optional Accessories ........12 System Diagram ..........15 Names and Functions of Parts ......16 ■ Control Panel ..........17 Points to Remember ........18 ■ Initial Settings ..........18 ■...
White Calibration Cap CM-A298 Used to perform calibration. Cradle for Charging CM-A299 Used when charging the CM-17d or performing zero calibration. It can store the white calibration cap. For the charging method, zero calibration method, and white calibration cap attachment and removal, refer to * Optional accessory if CM-16d is purchased.
Configuration Tool CM-CT1 (Ver. 1.5 or later) This PC software is used to configure display conditions and other settings as well as writing calibration data to measurement instruments from a computer. Visit https://www.konicaminolta.jp/instruments/support/ download/color/cmct1/install.html to download the tool. ■ Optional Accessories Target Mask Ø8 mm (w/glass) CM-A183 Used to measure wet, paste-like measurement objects.
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Hard Case CM-A297 Used for transporting the instrument and accessories. May be included as a standard accessory in some regions. <Storage Example> Granular-Materials Attachment CM-A184 Paste-like measurement objects, powders, etc., are placed inside so they can be measured under stable conditions. WLAN/Bluetooth Module CM-A300 Used for establishing wireless communication and transferring data between the instrument and a computer or a printer.
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Color Data Software SpectraMagic NX2 (Ver. 1.3 or later) A PC software used to control the instrument and manage data from a computer. You can download it from the USB memory or https://www.konicaminolta.jp/instruments/support/download/ color/spectramagic_nx2/index.html Zero Calibration Box CM-A182 Used to perform zero calibration. Color Tile (Green) CM-A101GN Charging Terminal Cap CM-A305 Cover that protects the charging terminal from dust when the...
Names and Functions of Parts (14) T y p e - M in i- B (10) (13) (11) (12) (1) USB Connection Terminal (Type C) Used to connect the instrument to a computer with the supplied USB cable (IF-A45). (2) USB Connection Terminal (Mini-B) Used to connect the instrument to a computer with the specified USB cable (IF-A28).
■ Control Panel The front of the instrument contains the LCD screen, upon which the instrument displays measurement results and messages, and the control keys, which are used to set measurement options or to change displays. (17) (15) MENU (16) (15) LCD Screen Displays setting items, measurement results and messages.
Points to Remember ■ Initial Settings When first turning the instrument ON after purchasing, the language setting screen will be displayed. Please select the language. The display language can be selected from 11 languages including English. For details, refer to P.
□ Status Bar This section describes the icons displayed at the top of the screen. Display Description (Status) Meaning /None Instrument diagnosis Pass / Check required / No diagnosis /None result /None (* Support for this function is planned with optional PC software. It is /None /None /None...
□ Operation Keys Use these keys to set items or change screens according to the guide on the LCD screen. MENU (1) [ ] (Target/Sample) key Switches between <Target> screen and <Sample> screen. (2) [MENU] key Displays the <Settings> screen. (3) [ESC] key Returns to the previous screen without configuring the settings when pressed on the <Settings>...
■ Menus Target menu Print data P. 66 Change list position P. 59 Sample number selection Edit name P. 67 Delete all data P. 60 Data management OK/Cancel Delete data P. 68 Auto Target OK/Cancel Auto Target P. 61 Set group P.
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Wireless Setting P. 127 Diagnosis info. P. 146 OFF / Bluetooth / AdHoc / WAA info. P. 148 Infrastructure1 / License, Expiration Date Infrastructure2 / Diagnosis info. Infrastructure3 / Infrastructure4 Instrument info. P. 147 Product name, Version, Serial number WLAN Info. Wireless LAN method, Calibration IP address, SSID, version...
■ Cleaning Parts • When a white calibration plate becomes dirty, gently wipe the dirt off with a soft dry cloth. If the dirt is difficult to remove, wipe it off with a cloth dampened with commercially available lens cleaning solution. Then remove the solution with a cloth dampened with water, and leave the plate to dry.
■ Cradle The CM-17d comes with a cradle (charging stand) as an accessory. The cradle serves the following three roles. (1) Allows the instrument to be charged by connecting the AC adapter to the cradle. (2) Allows zero calibration to be performed by using the cradle. Refer to P.
□ Attaching/Removing the White Calibration Cap to/from the Cradle Operating Procedure Attach the white calibration cap by pushing it onto the front of the cradle until a click is heard. Remove the white calibration cap by pinching the two knobs and pulling it toward you.
■ Vertical Leveling Jig Attached and used when measuring with the CM-17d/16d with the measuring port facing upward. □ Attaching the Vertical Leveling Jig Tilt the instrument sideways. Memo If a cradle is available, the vertical leveling jig can be mounted stably while the instrument is placed on the cradle.
□ Removing the Vertical Leveling Jig Insert your fingernails into the indentation on the knob and raise the knob. Hold the knob and turn the screw counterclockwise to loosen it.
Flow of Measurement Optional settings Basic procedure Simple measurement Turning the power ON Turning the power ON Language selection 114) * As necessary (after initialization, etc.) Measurement condition settings Measurement area selection * When required depending on the Skip the initial measurement conditions calibration screen...
Preparation □ Attaching the Wrist Strap When using the instrument by holding it in your hand, attach a wrist strap and pass it under your arm to prevent the instrument from being dropped. Operating Procedure Pass one end of the wrist strap through the strap holder of the instrument.
□ Inserting the Battery This instrument can be powered from a lithium-ion battery, but use of the AC adapter or USB bus power is recommended for extended periods of use. A lithium-ion battery installed in the instrument will be charged whenever the AC adapter or USB bus power is used, regardless of whether the instrument is turned ON or OFF.
□ Connecting the AC Adapter Notes • To supply AC power to the instrument, always use the AC adapter (AC-A405) supplied with the instrument. • Firmly push the AC adapter power plug or USB cable completely into the outlet. Memo Powering the instrument from the USB cable will charge the installed lithium-ion battery.
: Measurement area Ø3 mm □ Attaching/Removing the Target Mask The CM-17d/16d requires the attachment of an appropriate target mask according to the set measurement area and selected ambient conditions. To attach/remove the target mask, follow the procedure given below.
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イラスト作成中 Attaching the Target Mask The outer circumference surface of the target mask and the exterior cover should be in close contact with each other. <Correct> <Incorrect> } A space is opened Notes • Do not forcefully push the target mask in the direction of the arrow while it is in this state.
• When the CM-17d/16d is not in use, be sure to attach the white calibration cap before storing to prevent dust and the like from entering the integrating sphere through the specimen measuring port.
Calibration Select the measurement area using the switch beforehand. The types of calibration performed with the instrument are zero calibration and white calibration (or user calibration). The reflectance is measured in advance using a known calibration plate to calibrate the reflectance scale at the 0% level for zero calibration and at the 100% level for white calibration.
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Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Calibration (Including Zero Cal.)”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. Set the instrument on the cradle. Press the measurement button or the [Confirmation] key. Zero calibration will be performed. Notes •...
■ White Calibration A message prompting white calibration is displayed on the instrument after the power is turned ON. Memo • If the calibration interval is turned ON and a time is configured, a message prompting white calibration will be displayed the next time the power is turned ON or when measurement is performed after the set time has passed since the previous white calibration.
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Correctly place the white calibration cap with the same serial number as the instrument onto the instrument. Notes • Verify that the White ID shown on the screen and the white calibration cap number match. Press the measurement button or the [Confirmation] key.
■ User Calibration You can perform calibration by using your own reference plate and calibration data instead of white calibration. The calibration data for user calibration can be specified by connecting the instrument to a computer and using the optional Color Data Software SpectraMagic NX2. Select whether to use the user calibration data for measurement with <Calibration setup>...
P. 35 for preparations to perform before measurement according to the specimen being measured and the application. Switch the measurement area (CM-17d only). Replace the target mask (CM-17d/16d). Set the instrument on top of the specimen. ■ Camera Viewfinder (CM-17d Only) The camera viewfinder allows users to check the measurement point of a specimen when aligning the instrument and the target is necessary, such as when the measurement location is small.
Measurement Notes • Prior to the start of measurement, be sure to perform white calibration. For details, refer to P. 40 “White Calibration”. • To display the color difference, color difference target must be set before measurement. • To measure a target, select the target number before measurement. •...
■ Displaying the Measurement Results At the end of measurement, the measurement results will be displayed on the LCD according to the specified conditions. Typical measurement result screens are shown below. Memo You can switch the tab of the measurement screen with the [] or [] key. You can switch the sample number with the [] or [] key.
□ <Sample> Detail Screen: “Difference” Tab (13) Sample data (Use or to switch tabs) Any color difference value which failed the pass/fail judgment based on the tolerance will be highlighted in red. Pass/Fail: • Pass: The background is shown in green and ...
□ <Sample> Detail Screen: “Pass/Fail” Tab Pass/Fail: • Pass: The background is shown in green and “ Pass” is displayed. • Warning: The background is shown in yellow and “ Warning” is displayed as the result nears “Fail”. • Fail: The background is shown in orange and “×...
□ <Sample> Detail Screen: “Spectral Graph” Tab (13) Sample data (Use or to switch tabs) Axis of spectral reflectance Spectral graph of sample (SCI): Shown with a solid black line. Spectral graph of sample (SCE): Shown with a solid light blue line.
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Screen transition The detail screen is displayed only for screens with the appropriate format selected under <Display type>. [Target] List [Target] Details Use [] or [] to go to the next display type. Use [] or [] to Absolute value (SCI/SCE) Abs.
■ Measurement (Simple Mode) Used to easily confirm color differences. The menu items that can be set in Simple mode are as follows. Setting Procedure Set to Simple mode. Press [ESC] to skip the calibration displayed Set “Simple” under <Setting> - <Instrument Mode>. immediately after turning the power ON.
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Press the measurement button to continue measuring color differences. To change the target, press [Target/Sample] to measure the target again. Memo To exit Simple mode, turn the instrument OFF or select “Normal” under [MENU] - <Setting> - <Instrument Mode>.
Handling the Sample The <Sample menu> screen allows the following operations for the sample. <Print data> Print the current sample with the printer. <Edit name> Name the sample. <Data management> • Delete data : Delete the selected sample. • Set Sample as Target : Set sample as target data.
■ Print Data (Sample) Print the sample. The instrument must be connected to the serial printer in advance. For instructions on how to connect the instrument to a serial printer, refer to P. 135 “Connecting to a Printer”. Notes • Display the sample to be printed on the <Sample> screen in advance. •...
■ Edit Name Name the sample. Display the sample whose name is to be edited on the <Sample> screen in advance. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the <Sample menu> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Edit name”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
■ Data Management (Sample) Sample data management allows users to delete a sample, copy the sample to the target, change the link to the target, change the list position, and delete all data. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the <Sample menu> screen. Use [ ...
□ Set Sample as Target Sample data can be copied to target data and registered. Display the sample to be set as the target on the <Sample> screen in advance. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the <Sample menu> - <Data management> screen. Memo •...
□ Change Target Reference The target data acting as a reference for the sample can be changed. Display the sample for which the target reference is to be changed on the <Sample> screen in advance. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the <Sample menu> - <Data management> screen. Use [ ...
□ Change List Position Specifying a sample number allows the specified sample to be selected without the need to scroll the screen. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the <Sample menu> - <Data management> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Change list position”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Delete All Data (Sample) Delete all samples. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the <Sample menu> - <Data management> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Delete all data”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The <Delete all data>...
■ Auto Target (Sample) During measurement, the color difference target with the smallest color difference value is automatically selected. Color difference targets with a smaller color difference value than the preset threshold are displayed in ascending order from the target with the smallest color difference. The color difference target to use can be selected from among the displayed targets.
Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “ON” or “OFF”. Settings ON : The automatic target selection function will be used. OFF : The automatic target selection function will not be used. Press the [Confirmation] key.
Pass/Fail Judgment for Color Difference With this instrument, tolerances can be set for the color difference target of the sample to perform judgment. For the procedure on setting tolerances, refer to P. 75 “Tolerance Settings” and P. 84 “Default Tolerance Settings”. If color difference target data is deleted, neither the color difference display for the data nor the pass/fail judgment based on the tolerances set to the data will be performed.
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<Sample> display screen Notes If no relevant target data has been set, no color difference value or pass/fail mark will be displayed. Display when all color differences do not exceed or near the tolerance Absolute value, Difference, Abs. & Diff., and Custom screens Ex.: Abs.
Color Difference Target Operation To measure the color difference between two specimens, the color of one of the specimens must be set as the color difference target. This instrument can store up to 1,000 targets and 5,000 samples. Memo • Color difference target data is stored with setting numbers from 0001 to 1000 being assigned. Even if the data at some point is deleted, these setting numbers do not change.
■ Print Data (Target) Print the target data. The instrument must be connected to the serial printer in advance. For instructions on how to connect the instrument to a serial printer, refer to P. 135 “Connecting to a Printer”. Notes •...
■ Edit Name Name the color difference target data. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Edit name”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The <Edit name>...
■ Data management (Target) Target data management allows users to enforce target data restrictions, perform grouping, change list positions, edit target filters, protect data, and delete all data. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Data management”, and then press the [Confirmation] key to display the <Data management>...
□ Set Group In order to facilitate classification of targets into groups, up to five groups to which data should be categorized can be configured. After the targets have been registered to a group, the filtering function can be used to display only the selected target data.
□ Change List Position Specifying a target number allows the specified target to be displayed without the need to scroll the screen. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> - <Data management> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Change list position”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Edit Target Filter The filter function makes searching for a target easier. The function allows only selected target data to be displayed by selecting only saved data or by selecting a group created in advance. Memo The Edit Target filter is set to “OFF” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu>...
□ Data Protection Data protection can be specified so that the saved target settings will not be deleted or changed by accident. When the data protection is set, some menu options relating to the target cannot be selected, and target overwrite measurement cannot be performed.
□ Delete All Data (Target) Delete all the color difference target data that have been set. Notes When the data is protected, “Delete all data” cannot be selected on the <Data management> screen. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> - <Data management> screen. Use [ ...
■ Pass/Fail Edit the tolerance that will be used as the judgment criteria, and set the warning level and the parametric coefficient default value. If the color difference between the sample and the target exceeds the tolerance, the column of the display color value relevant to the measurement display will be displayed in red.
□ Tolerance Settings Specify the tolerance used for pass/fail judgment of measured for each target. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> - <Pass/Fail> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Edit tolerance”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Tolerance List Select the index used for sample pass/fail judgment. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> - <Pass/Fail> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Tolerance list”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The available tolerances are displayed.
□ Warning Level Settings When a warning level is set, warnings will be displayed when the measured data nears but does not exceed the tolerance. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> - <Pass/Fail> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Warning level”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Parametric Coefficient Settings Specify the parametric coefficient used for pass/fail judgment of a sample for each target. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> - <Pass/Fail> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Parametric coef.”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
■ Input Colorimetric Data Set the target by numerical input. Select or specify the following items as the Input Colorimetric data. • Color space : XYZ / L*a*b* / Hunter Lab • Input Data : Enter the numeric value of the color space set above. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu>...
Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to the item to set. Settings XYZ : XYZ color space L*a*b* : L*a*b* color space Hunter Lab: Hunter Lab color space Press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the <Input Colorimetric data>...
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Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to the item to set, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The <Input Data> screen is displayed. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to the item to set, and press the [Confirmation] key to change the setting.
■ Default Data Settings This instrument allows pass/fail judgment criteria to be set for individual color difference target data. Until such judgment criteria are set, the instrument is set with the default tolerance. Users can edit the tolerance that will be used as the judgment criteria as well as edit the warning level and the parametric coefficient default value.
□ Tolerance List Select the default index used for sample pass/fail judgment. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Default data setup> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Tolerance list”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The available tolerances are displayed.
□ Default Tolerance Settings Memo • The default tolerance is set to the following values when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Lower limit: -1.00, Upper limit: 1.00 Δx, Δy Lower limit: -0.0100, Upper limit: 0.0100 Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Default data setup> screen. Move the cursor to “Default tolerance”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Warning Level Settings Memo The warning level is set to “80%” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Default data setup> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Warning level”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Parametric Coefficient Settings Memo The parametric coefficient is set to “1.00” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Default data setup> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Parametric coef.”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Set Group Create groups for registering targets in advance. Memo No group name is set when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Default data setup> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Set group”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
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Repeat step 2 until the necessary characters have been entered. • To delete the character to the left of the cursor in the text box, move the cursor to [×] and press the [Confirmation] key. After inputting the characters, move the cursor to [OK] and press the [Confirmation] key .
Measurement Condition Settings This instrument requires measurement condition settings (measurement mode, average count, observer/ illuminant, and display) to be configured before measurement can be started. ■ Measurement Condition Settings To set measurement conditions, select the setting from the <Measurement cond.> menu. The following four items can be specified as the measurement conditions: •...
□ Measurement Mode Select a measurement mode. Memo The measurement mode is set to “Color” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Measurement mode”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
■ Opacity Measurement The transparency and opacity of paper are displayed as numerical values. If the specimen is opaque, the value is determined only by the brightness of the specimen with no influence from the background, so the value for a white background will be the same as for a black background, and the opacity value (OP value) will be 100%.
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Measuring a sample Press “Cancel” during the operation to return to the screen before measurement. [Confirmation] [Confirmation] Measurement Measurement button button Displaying the results Opacity value (OP value) White background Black background Color difference value L*a*b* value L*a*b* value...
■ Measurement Option Settings To set measurement options, select “Measurement setup” from the <Measurement cond.> menu screen. Select or specify the following items as the measurement options. • Specular Component : SCI (incl. reflected light) / SCE (excl. reflected light) / Simultaneous SCI+SCE measurement •...
□ Specular Component Select the method for processing the sample specular reflection light. Memo The specular component is set to “SCI+SCE” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Measurement setup> screen. Use [ ...
□ Auto Average (1 to 10) Specify the number of measurements for auto averaging. Every time the measurement button is pressed, the average of the data obtained from the specified number of continuous measurements is determined as sample data. Memo “1”...
□ Manual Average (1 to 30) Specify the number of measurements for manual averaging. The average of the data obtained from the measurements conducted by pressing the measurement button the specified number of times is determined as sample data. Memo “1”...
□ SMC Function (Outlier-Free Measurement) The SMC (Statistical Measurement Control) function acquires the average using values that minimize variations in the measured data. Memo SMC is set to “OFF” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Measurement setup> screen. Use [ ...
□ SMC Threshold Sets the threshold to be used for the sample SMC function. Memo • The SMC threshold is set to “0.4” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. • For the threshold value, enter a value equivalent to the desired σΔE*ab for the average measurement data group (average data entries set on P.
□ SMC Times Sets the threshold to be used for the sample SMC function. Sets the number of measurements to perform when performing SMC average measurement. The average of the data obtained from the measurements conducted by pressing the measurement button several times is determined.
□ Output Minus Output Minus ON : Used in situations where a low reflectance sample with reflectance near 0% is to be measured. Output Minus OFF : If a sample with reflectance below the lower limit (-10%) is used, a measurement error will normally occur, but by turning this function OFF, the output will be 0.01% for samples with a reflectance of 0% or lower.
■ Observation Condition Settings To set observation conditions, select “Observer/Illuminant” from the <Measurement cond.> menu screen. The following two observer/illuminant settings can be configured for the observation conditions. • Observer/Illuminant 1: Select the observer/illuminant used to measure the colorimetric value. •...
□ Observer/Illuminant 1 Select an observer angle of either 2° or 10° and the illuminant used to measure colorimetric value. Memo Observer/Illuminant 1 is set to “10°/D65” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Observer/Illuminant> screen. Use [ ...
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Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to the desired item. Moving the cursor past the top or bottom of the list will show additional observers/illuminants that cannot fit on the screen. Settings 2°: 2° observer angle (CIE 1931) ...
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□ Observer/Illuminant 2 Select the secondary illuminant used for MI (metamerism index) calculation, etc. Memo Observer/Illuminant 2 is set to “10°/F11” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Observer/Illuminant> screen. Use [ ...
■ Display Settings To set display settings, select “Display cond.” from the <Measurement cond.> menu screen. The following four items (three items and 14 custom display items) can be specified as the display conditions. • Display type : Select the screen to be displayed. •...
□ Display Type Configure the display type for the measurement results. Memo All display types are selected when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Display cond.> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Display type”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Color Space Select the color space to be used. Memo The color space is set to “L*a*b*” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Display cond.> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Color space”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Color Difference Equation Select the color difference equation to be used. Memo The color difference equation is set to “ΔE*ab” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Display cond.> screen. Use [ ...
□ Custom Select the items, including the color space, color difference equation, or index, to be used. Up to 14 items (Custom 01 to Custom 14) to be displayed can be set. This selection screen is available when the user equation has been set with the optional Color Data Software SpectraMagic NX2 in advance.
Press the [Confirmation] key to confirm, and then press [ESC]. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the previous screen. Notes If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed, and the screen will return to the <Display cond.>...
□ User Type Settings can be protected for each user. Memo The user type is set to “Administrator” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Instrument setup> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “User type”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Display Language Settings This instrument allows the display language to be set. Pressing and holding [MENU] while starting up the instrument also displays the language setting screen. Memo The language is set to “English” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Notes When the backup battery of the instrument has gone dead, the display language is reset to “English”.
□ Date Format Settings The format of the date displayed on the screen can be changed. Memo The date format is set to “yyyy/mm/dd” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Instrument setup> screen. Use [ ...
□ Clock Settings This instrument has a built-in clock to record the date and time of measurement. Because the date and time have been set at the factory, there is no need to change these settings under normal conditions. If necessary, however, the date and time settings may be configured.
□ Screen Brightness The brightness of the LCD can be set in five levels. Selecting a darker level is effective for power saving. Memo Screen brightness is set to “3 (Standard)” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting>...
□ LCD Screen Display Orientation Depending on how the instrument is held, the display may be more visible upside-down. This function allows the display to be set to a different orientation in such instances. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Instrument setup> screen. Use [ ...
□ Beep Operation sounds can be set to ON or OFF. Memo The “Beep” setting is set to “ON” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Instrument setup> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Beep”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Auto Power Off The amount of time before switching the power off can be set. Memo Auto power off is set to “30 (minutes)” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Instrument setup> screen. Use [ ...
□ Password Setting The password required for changing the user type from a worker to an administrator can be configured in the instrument setup. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Instrument setup> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Password Setting”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Wake On Mode Settings Wake On Mode allows the instrument to be turned ON and OFF via communication. When Wake On Mode is turned ON, the power can be turned ON from the power OFF state without pressing the instrument’s power switch by connecting a USB Type-C cable (Power Delivery compatible, 15 W or more).
Chapter 4 Chapter 4 Other Functions Connecting to an External Device ....125 ◎ Connecting to a Computer .......125 ● Connecting via USB Cable ......126 ● Connecting Via Wireless LAN/Bluetooth ..127 ■ Communication Setup (When Using Bluetooth) ............ 128 ■...
Connecting to an External Device This instrument includes a USB connection terminal and a wireless communication function (when the optional wireless LAN/Bluetooth module is attached). The USB cable (IF-A45 or IF-A28) or wireless LAN/Bluetooth module CM-A300 can be used to connect the instrument to a computer to send data, or Bluetooth communication can be used to connect the instrument to a printer, allowing for printing.
● Connecting via USB Cable Connect the instrument to a computer with the USB cable IF-A28 (2 m) or USB Type-C cable (2 m) IF-A45. Notes • To connect the instrument to a computer, the dedicated USB driver must be installed. The necessary drivers will be installed automatically.
● Connecting Via Wireless LAN/Bluetooth Connect the instrument to a computer with wireless LAN or Bluetooth communication capabilities using the optional wireless LAN/Bluetooth module. Notes • The instrument’s Bluetooth function enables data communication with a connected computer and printing from a Bluetooth printer. Connecting to both a computer and a printer/barcode reader at the same time, however, is not possible.
■ Communication Setup (When Using Bluetooth) Select the Bluetooth function and configure the meter PIN code. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the measurement screen. Press [MENU], and then use [ ] or [ ] to display the <Setting>...
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Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Bluetooth”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. When set to “Bluetooth”, the instrument’s Bluetooth function is turned ON and the display will return to the <Communication setup> screen. The Bluetooth icon will be displayed in the status bar.
〇 Connecting to a Computer With the computer as a host, a connection to the instrument can be established using Bluetooth communication. Operating Procedure Verify that the instrument power has been turned Open the Bluetooth and device settings screen on your computer.
■ Communication Setup (When Using Wireless LAN Function: Ad Hoc) First, register the IP address and authentication key information to the instrument using Configuration Tool CM-CT1. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the CM-CT1. Memo Information such as the IP address registered to the instrument can be viewed on the instrument’s <Setting> - <Communication setup>...
□ Wireless LAN Function: Ad Hoc Settings Memo The wireless communication function is set to “OFF” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Communication setup> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Wireless Setting”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
■ Communication Setup (When Using Wireless LAN Function: Infrastructure) First, register the access point information to the instrument using Configuration Tool CM-CT1. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the CM-CT1. Memo Information such as the access point and IP address registered to the instrument can be viewed on the instrument’s <Setting>...
□ Wireless LAN Function: Infrastructure Settings Memo The wireless communication function is set to “OFF” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Communication setup> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Wireless Setting”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
• Bluetooth communication with the instrument supports the Serial Port Profile (SPP). Note that some printers and barcode readers may not operate correctly even if SPP is supported. Use equipment recommended by a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility. 〇 Printer/Barcode Reader Preparation The following section describes the preparations required for ensuring that the instrument recognizes the bluetooth printer or a barcode reader as a Bluetooth device.
○ Instrument Preparation Connecting the Bluetooth module to the instrument, and turn ON the instrument’s Bluetooth function. (Refer to 127.) Memo The Bluetooth address and Bluetooth PIN code can also be set using Configuration Tool CM-CT1. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the CM-CT1. □...
□ Configuring PIN Code Enter the PIN set for the printer/barcode reader (already confirmed). Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Communication setup> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Printer PIN code” or “Scanner PIN code”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
□ Printing Data Print the sample or target data with the printer. Notes • The instrument must be connected to the printer in advance. • The instrument can only output text to the printer. Note that even if spectral graphs, color difference graphs, or other graphics are selected in the display type of the instrument, no graph will be printed.
□ Auto Print Measurement results can be automatically printed for every measurement. Notes • The instrument must be connected to the printer in advance. • The instrument can only output text to the printer. Note that even if spectral graphs, color difference graphs, or other graphics are selected in the display type of the instrument, no graph will be printed.
System Settings This section explains how to configure calibration, how to display the instrument diagnosis info., and how to display the instrument info. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the measurement screen. Press [MENU], and then use [ ] or [ ] to display the <Setting>...
□ Calibration Interval Messages If the instrument has not been used for an extended period of time since the previous measurement, a message prompting white calibration will appear after start-up and before measurement. The time interval between the previous calibration and when the message is displayed can be configured. Memo The interval until the calibration is displayed is set to “8 hours”...
If the annual calibration notification message is set to ON, the annual calibration message will be displayed as the specified day nears. The date of the next calibration is specified upon initial startup or during KONICA MINOLTA calibration service (or maintenance) and cannot be changed. Press the [Confirmation] key.
□ User Calibration You can perform calibration by using your own reference plate and calibration data instead of white calibration. The calibration data for user calibration can be specified by connecting the instrument to a computer and using the optional Color Data Software SpectraMagic NX2. Users can select whether to use the user calibration data for measurement.
□ Zero Calibration Skip When shipped from the factory, “Calibration (Excluding Zero Cal.)” is enabled on the <Calibration> screen. If configuring to ensure that zero calibration is performed, disable this function. Memo Zero calculation skippable is set to “Disable” (performing zero calibration) when the instrument is shipped from the factory.
■ Displaying Diagnosis Info. The results of the instrument status diagnosis using optional PC software are displayed. (* Support for this function is planned with optional PC software. It is not currently available.) Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> screen. Use [ ...
■ Displaying the Instrument Information Display the product name, version, and serial number of the instrument. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> screen. Use [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to “Instrument info.”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The instrument information is displayed.
■ Displaying the Wavelength Analysis & Adjustment (WAA) Information Displays the license status of the wavelength analysis & adjustment (WAA) function. As the time of license expiration approaches, the instrument shows a message recommending license renewal at start-up. The license renewal message can be set to be shown or to be hidden when the time for license renewal comes in the annual calibration message settings 143).
■ JOB Function Administrators can pre-register to the instrument workflows to be performed by the worker, allowing the worker to perform measurement according to the registered workflow. This selection screen is available when the JOB has been set in advance with the optional Color Data Software SpectraMagic NX2.
Message List Error message: The operation is not correct. Follow the instructions displayed immediately. ER1_32 There was an error with color measurement device. Restart and try measuring again. If the error occurs, please contact the nearest service center. ER1_34 There is no xenon output. Restart and try measuring again. If the error occurs again, please contact the nearest service center.
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Warning: Continued use will result in incorrect operation. Follow the instructions displayed as soon as possible. ER1_31 The power supply voltage is insufficient. Please charge. WR1_1 The power supply voltage is low. Please charge. WR1_3 Xenon output has dropped. Replacement is recommended. WR1_4 The LED output has dropped.
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Display: The flow of operation is displayed. Perform the operation according to the information displayed. ER1_1 Regularly scheduled device calibration is required. Please contact the Refer to P. 143. nearest service center. ER1_2 Regularly scheduled device calibration is approaching. Please contact the Refer to P.
If an abnormality has occurred with the instrument, take the necessary actions as given in the table below. If the instrument still does not work properly, turn the power OFF and temporarily disconnect the battery. Reinsert the battery and turn the power back ON. If the symptom remains, contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility. Symptom...
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Turn the instrument end of its life and requires replacement. To replace the ON to charge the backup backup battery, please contact a KONICA MINOLTA- battery. Under this condition, authorized service facility. the backup battery will be fully...
Chapter 6 Chapter 6 Appendix Wavelength Correction Function (WAA*) ..157 Specifications ..........158 Dimensions ..........160 User Equation and User Class ......161...
Wavelength Correction Function (WAA*) Wavelength Correction Function In spectrophotometers, fluctuations caused by shifts in the wavelength direction (hereinafter referred to as “wavelength shift”) do occur rarely due to unforeseen shocks or temperature, humidity, or other environmental changes in the process of using the instrument. The wavelength correction function uses our proprietary technology (patent pending)* that detects and corrects wavelength shifts using a bright-line light source installed inside the instrument.
(Based on average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles; MAV SCI; compared to values measured with a master MAV SCI; compared to values measured with a master body under Konica Minolta standard conditions) body under Konica Minolta standard conditions) Display 2.7-inch TFT color LCD with reversible portrait viewing mode...
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The WAA function enables wavelength diagnosis and wavelength correction of the instrument. This function is available free of charge for the first year after purchase, and can be continued after the second year by having the instrument serviced and calibrated. Requires optional accessory WLAN/Bluetooth module (CM-A300).
User Equation and User Class (For CM-17d, CM-16d) User Equation and User Class • The user equation function allows users to register their own calculation formulas to the instrument based on the samples for L*, a*, b*, etc. obtained using the instrument, and then display the calculation results on the instrument.
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Colorimetric Value Variables When Using CM-17d/CM-16d * On the SCI screen, the SCI value, and on the SCE screen, the SCE value. Variable Description Variable Description Variable Description [DL] ΔL* [DA] Δa* [DB] Δb* [DC] ΔC* [DH] ΔH* [HL] L (Hunter)
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When Using SCE Samples * When the following variables are used, the SCE value is also displayed on the SCI screen. * SCE must be included in the instrument’s specular component settings. Variable Description Variable Description Variable Description [LE] [AE] [BE] Δ...
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