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X-Rite SP60 Series Operator's Manual

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SP60 Series
S P H E R E
S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R
Operator's Manual
(Models: SP60, SP62, SP62V, and SP64)

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  • Page 1 SP60 Series S P H E R E S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R Operator’s Manual (Models: SP60, SP62, SP62V, and SP64)
  • Page 2 Spectrophotometer. This instrument represents the very latest in microcontrollers, integrated circuits, optics, and display technology. As a result, your X-Rite instrument is a rugged and reliable instrument whose performance and design exhibit the qualities of a finely engineered instrument, which is not surpassed.
  • Page 3 Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 4 Adaptern als X-Rite SE30-177 (100-240 V). Verwenden Sie nur den X-Rite Akkupack SP62-79-33. ADVERTENCIA: No use otro cargador de las pilas que no sea la pieza X-Rite SE30-177 (100-240V), para evitar el riesgo de mal funcionamiento del equipo. Use solamente las pilas SP62-79-33 de X-Rite, es posible que los otros tipos puedan estallar y causar daños corporales.
  • Page 5 CE DECLARATION Hereby, X-Rite, Incorporated, declares that this SP60 Series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive(s) EMC 2004/108/EC, LVD 2006/95/EC, and RoHS 2011/65/EU (Category 9). Instructions for disposal: Please dispose of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at designated collection points for the recycling of such equipment.
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Proprietary Notice viii Warranty Information viii Section 1 – Overview and Setup Instrument Description Features Unpacking and Inspection Installing the Battery Pack Changing the Aperture Setting (SP64 only) Applying Power Charging the Battery Pack Unlatching the Instrument Shoe Instrument I/O Serial Interface Attaching the Wrist Strap Section 2 –...
  • Page 7 Store Samples Pass/Fail Auto Std Averaging Diff Disp Color Options Active Functions Active Illum/Obs Opacity Strength Metamerism ΔEcmc Factors ΔE94 Factors 4-10 Shade Sort 4-10 SP88 SPEX Mode 4-11 Database Tools 4-11 Factory Presets 4-12 Clear Database 4-12 Clear All Samples 4-13 Clear All Tags 4-13...
  • Page 8 QA Mode 5-15 Selecting a Project 5-16 Selecting a Standard 5-16 Pass/Fail Operation 5-17 555 Shade Sort Operation 5-17 Display Difference Indication 5-18 Storage Operation 5-19 Measurement Averaging 5-19 Sample Database Tools 5-20 Viewing the Reflectance Graph 5-21 Strength Mode 5-23 Strength Measurement 5-24...
  • Page 9 12 months*. This warranty shall be fulfilled by the repair or replacement, at the option of X-Rite, of any part or parts, free of charge including labor, F.O.B. its factory or authorized service center.
  • Page 10 Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the defective product to the service center designated by X-Rite. X-Rite shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a location within the region in which the X-Rite service center is located.
  • Page 12 Unlatching the Instrument Shoe Instrument I/O Serial Interface Attaching the Wrist Strap Instrument Description The X-Rite SP60 Series Spectrophotometer’s compact spectral engine utilizes X-Rite’s DRS (Dynamic Rotational Sampling) technology, allowing accurate and precise measurements. This instrument has intuitive keys and a high-contrast graphic display.
  • Page 13 Your instrument was packaged in a specially designed carton to assure against damage. If shipment is necessary, the instrument should be packaged in the original carton. If the original carton is not available, contact X-Rite to have a replacement carton shipped to you.
  • Page 14 O V E R V I E W A N D S E T U P Install the Battery Pack The instrument is shipped from the factory with the battery pack removed. The battery pack is located in a carrying case compartment and must be installed before the instrument is used.
  • Page 15 C H A P T E R O N E To change the Aperture Setting and Target Window: 1. Turn the instrument over and rotate the knob to the left for 8mm (large circle indication) setting and to the right for 4mm (small circle indication) setting.
  • Page 16 1. Verify that the voltage indicated on the adapter complies with the AC line voltage in your area. If not, contact X-Rite or an authorized representative. 2. Insert the small plug from the adapter into the power-input connector on the instrument. (If you are using serial cable SE108-92, you may insert the small plug into the power connector at the end of the cable.).
  • Page 17 C H A P T E R O N E Power Input Detachable Line Cord Adapter Small Plug Unlatching the Instrument Shoe The shoe can be pivoted open 180° from its closed position. This feature is useful when taking measurements on a surface that does not allow room for the shoe, or a measurement fixture that does not require the shoe.
  • Page 18 Instrument I/O Serial Interface Your instrument can be connected to a computer or printer using a serial RS-232 interface cable and adapter. X-Rite carries a variety of adapters to meet your requirements. To install the interface cabling: 1.
  • Page 19 C H A P T E R O N E...
  • Page 20 S P 6 0 S E R I E S S P H E R E S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R User Interface What to Expect Navigation – Basic Key Operation Measurement Mode Screens Using the Instrument What to Expect...
  • Page 21 C H A P T E R T W O 2.2.1 Tab Down key Advances the highlighted bar (reverse image) to the next available “tab stop.” A “tab stop” indicates an item that can be acted on further, such as a measurement or a setting option. Tab stops generally follow a left-to-right or top-to-bottom sequence.
  • Page 22 U S E R I N T E R F A C E Measurement Mode Screen The QA, Analyze, Compare, Strength, and Opacity measurement screens consist of three main areas: Data Storage Information, Color Data Parameters, and Color Data. Data Storage P r o j 1 : C a r t o n s S t d 1 : R e d S a m p l e...
  • Page 23 C H A P T E R T W O Depending on the mode and configuration settings, data appears as absolute or absolute and difference values. Using the Instrument There are several techniques used to navigate through the instrument screens, select functions and settings, and determine values and names.
  • Page 24 U S E R I N T E R F A C E 2.4.3 Opening the Alphanumeric Editor Several functions that utilize names and values are edited using the alphanumeric editor. Selecting Clear in the editor provides a quick method of removing all values or characters in the string.
  • Page 25 C H A P T E R T W O 2.4.5 Selecting Color Data Parameters Measured data can be viewed under varying illuminant observer conditions, specular components (included or excluded), and color space/indices. The color data immediately changes to reflect the selected parameter. L*C*h°, XYZ, Lab P r o j 1 : C a r t o n s S t d 1 :...
  • Page 26 S P 6 0 S E R I E S S P H E R E S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R Instrument Calibration General Information Positioning the Instrument on the Reference Calibration Procedure General Information...
  • Page 27 C H A P T E R T H R E E Positioning the Instrument on the Reference The calibration reference consists of a ceramic disk for white calibration measurements and a trap opening for black calibration measurements. The instrument shoe fits snuggly in both positions.
  • Page 28 I N S T R U M E N T C A L I B R A T I O N Calibration Procedure A calibration procedure consists of a white measurement followed by a black measurement. The instrument features a built in calibration timer that can be set from 1-96 hours.
  • Page 29 C H A P T E R T H R E E...
  • Page 30 S P 6 0 S E R I E S S P H E R E S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R Setting Instrument Configuration General Information Language Measure Options Color Options Database Tools 4-11...
  • Page 31 C H A P T E R F O U R Measure Options The Measure Options configuration allows you to determine the following settings: • Store Samples – Allows you to enable (on) or disable (off) the measurement storage capabilities of the instrument. When set to “On”, measured samples are stored in the instrument database until manually deleted.
  • Page 32 S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N 2. Press the Enter # key to access the Measure Options menu.
  • Page 33 C H A P T E R F O U R M e a s u r e O p t i o n s S t o r e S a m p l e s i s O f f P a s s / F a i l i s O f f A u t o S t d i s O n A v e r a g i n g...
  • Page 34 QA mode. Shade sort options are accessed through the Standards mode and allow setting the shade sort and box size. • SP88 SPEX - When enabled (on), specular values are calculated the same as X-Rite’s SP88 instrument.
  • Page 35 C H A P T E R F O U R To open the Color Options menu: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Color Options C O N F I G U R A T I O N L a n g u a g e : E n g l i s h M e a s u r e O p t i o n s .
  • Page 36 S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N 4. Press the Enter key # to toggle the combination active or inactive.
  • Page 37 C H A P T E R F O U R 4. When editing is complete, use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Save & Exit and press the Enter # key. 4.4.4 Strength To access the Strength Options: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Strength C o l o r O p t i o n s A c t i v e F u n c t i o n s .
  • Page 38 S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N 2. Press the Enter # key to access the Metamerism menu. M e t a m e r i s m M e n u M o d e i s M I I l l O b s 1 : D 6 5 / 1 0...
  • Page 39 C H A P T E R F O U R 5. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight the desired number and press the Enter # key to exit the editor. 6. When editing is complete, use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Save &...
  • Page 40 S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N C o l o r O p t i o n s ↑...
  • Page 41 C H A P T E R F O U R To open the Database Tools menu: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Database Tools C o n f i g u r a t i o n L a n g u a g e : E n g l i s h M e a s u r e O p t i o n s .
  • Page 42 S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N 4.5.3 Clear All Samples To clear all samples: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Clear all Samples D a t a b a s e T o o l s V i e w T a g s .
  • Page 43 C H A P T E R F O U R 4.5.6 Clear All Jobs (SP64 only) To clear all jobs: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Clear all Jobs D a t a b a s e T o o l s ↑...
  • Page 44 Off, the instrument communicates normally. When set to SP68, the instrument duplicates the SP68 communication (including RCI version command response) allowing communication with older X-Rite software packages (QA-Master, Paint-Master, etc.) • Read Operation– Determines the method that is used to take a measurement.
  • Page 45 Configuration menu when Security is activated (on). Unit ID – This unique number identifies the instrument. This number cannot be changed. Error Log – Used by X-Rite’s Customer Support to identify where an error condition occurred in the instrument. To gain access to the Configuration menu if Security is enabled: 1.
  • Page 46 S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N To open the Hardware Setup menu: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Hardware Setup C o n f i g u r a t i o n L a n g u a g e...
  • Page 47 C H A P T E R F O U R Auto XMT Selection 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Auto XMT 2. Press the Enter # key to toggle between Off and On . Separator Selection 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight .
  • Page 48 S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N 4.6.2 Read Operation To access the Read Operation Options: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Read Oper.
  • Page 49 C H A P T E R F O U R 5. When editing is complete, use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Save & Exit and press the Enter # key. 4.6.4 Power Down To access the Power Down Setup: 1.
  • Page 50 S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N 3. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight the desired beeper volume: Loud , Medium, Soft, or Off .
  • Page 51 C H A P T E R F O U R CLEAR and pressing the Enter key # is a quick NOTE: Highlighting method to zero the value. 3. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight desired number and press the Enter # key to exit the editor.
  • Page 52 S E T T I N G I N S T R U M E N T C O N F I G U R A T I O N D i s p l a y C o n t r a s t : 5 2 O r i e n t a t i o n : R i g h t S e c u r i t y i s O f f...
  • Page 53 Off. Simultaneously press and hold the Tab Down key @ and Main Menu key ress the power switch to On. The X-Rite logo momentarily appears followed by Factory Defaults, Settings have been restored . Press the Enter # key to clear the message dialog.
  • Page 54 Analyze mode. Standards can also be downloaded to the instrument from an X-Rite software package, such as X-RiteColor® Master (SP62 and SP64 only). Then, after sample measurements are performed, data is uploaded to the software package, where it is analyzed.
  • Page 55 Download indicates that the standard data was downloaded to the instrument from an X-Rite software program, such as X-RiteColor® Master (SP62 and SP64 only). To access the standard entry menu: 1.
  • Page 56 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S Measuring a Standard 1. Make sure appears in the upper left corner of the Measure display. If appears, press the Enter key # to Manual toggle to Measure.
  • Page 57 C H A P T E R F I V E 3. Use the Tab keys $ @ to highlight the illum/obs parameter. Press the Enter key # to select the desired illum/obs. 4. Use the Tab keys $ @ to highlight the specular component parameter.
  • Page 58 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S To access standard name menu: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Std Name E d i t S t a n d a r d : S t d E n t r y : M e a s u r e d S t d N a m e : T o l e r a n c e s .
  • Page 59 C H A P T E R F I V E To access tolerance entry menu: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Tolerances... E d i t S t a n d a r d : S t d E n t r y : E m p t y S t d N a m e : T o l e r a n c e s .
  • Page 60 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S 8. Use the Tab keys $@ to choose the desired digit (arrows above and below designate selection). Press the Enter key # to access the alphanumeric editor.
  • Page 61 C H A P T E R F I V E The shade sort range determines the range of the 555 shade tag boxes to be used and displayed. The range can be set from 1 to 9 in the three dimensional space. The 555 indication appears on the QA mode when set.
  • Page 62 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S 6. Continue with additional digit edits if required. 7. When editing is completed, use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Save &...
  • Page 63 C H A P T E R F I V E 2. Press the Enter key # to toggle between Locked and Unlocked . The “Delete THIS std” option only appears for an unlocked standard. 5.1.7 Deleting the Standard This option deletes the current standard selected. While the standard number remains, all related data is deleted.
  • Page 64 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S Projects Mode The projects mode is used to access the View Project menu. From this menu, project names and standard links can be created and edited and new projects added.
  • Page 65 C H A P T E R F I V E 5.2.2 Assigning Standards to a Project The project standard field is used to assign standards that exist in the database to the selected project. Standards can be shared between projects. A total of 300 standards can be assigned to one project.
  • Page 66 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S 5.2.3 Entering Project Name The project name can consist of up to 20 characters with the first 10 displaying in the View Project menu.
  • Page 67 C H A P T E R F I V E 5.2.4 Locking/Unlocking Project A locked project cannot be edited. The “locked” status of the project can be changed whenever desired. To change the locked status of a project: 1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight Proj Lock V i e w P r o j e c t : P r o j S t a n d a r d s...
  • Page 68 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S QA Mode The QA measurement mode can be used in conjunction with a quality assurance software package, such as X-Rite’s X-RiteColor® Master (SP62 and SP64 only). Sample measurements are compared to stored standards and the results displayed.
  • Page 69 C H A P T E R F I V E 5.3.1 Selecting a Project The instrument defaults to Proj 1 until a project is downloaded (SP62 and SP64 only) or manually entered. When using multiple projects, you must select the correct location before measuring a sample.
  • Page 70 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S 5.3.3 Pass/Fail Operation The Pass/Fail function displays PASS or FAIL for a sample on the instrument screen, based on the tolerances assigned to the standard. A “green”...
  • Page 71 C H A P T E R F I V E Shade Sort Out of Range Indication If an up arrow or a down arrow appears in the place of a shade sort number, this indicates that the number is out of range. The way the arrow is pointing indicates the failure direction.
  • Page 72 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S 5.3.6 Storage Operation When the storage function is activated in the instrument configuration, sample measurements are saved to the database with a number and a time stamp.
  • Page 73 C H A P T E R F I V E instrument is held down and averaged data appears when the instrument is lifted. NOTE: Pressing the Escape key ! during averaging aborts the sequence and removes all measurements averaged to that point. P r o j 1 : P R O J E C T A Indicates the first S t d 2 :...
  • Page 74 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S Delete This Sample Deletes the current sample from the database. Delete Proj Samples Deletes all samples attached to the current project. Delete All Samples Deletes all samples stored in the database.
  • Page 75 C H A P T E R F I V E 3. Pressing the Enter key # with the specular component highlighted toggles between . The curve SPIN SPEX automatically adjusts between selections. 4. Repeatedly press the Tab Up key $ or Tab Down key @ to view data in 10nm increments, along the reflectance curve.
  • Page 76 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S Strength Mode The Strength mode calculates the color strength of the measured sample compared to the current standard. Strength is calculated using the method selected in the instrument configuration (Apparent, Chromatic, or Tristimulus).
  • Page 77 C H A P T E R F I V E 5.4.1 Strength Measurement The Strength mode displays the color strength of the measured sample. Difference data from the standard is also displayed if difference is activated in configuration. When strength is displayed for color at 100% or Strength @ Min ΔE, the difference values automatically recalculate.
  • Page 78 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S Opacity Mode The Opacity mode is used for making multiple measurement calculations to determine Contrast Ratio or Percent Opacity. Each measurement requires three readings (over-black, over- white, and a measurement of the white backing).
  • Page 79 C H A P T E R F I V E 5.5.1 Opacity Measurement The Opacity mode displays the percent opacity of a drawn down sample on an opacity card. Color difference data is also displayed if difference is activated in the configuration. To perform an opacity measurement: 1.
  • Page 80 I N S T R U M E N T O P E R A T I O N M O D E S Analyze Mode The Analyze mode allows you to compare sample measurements to stored standards. The resulting color data (actual and difference) is not stored in the instrument.
  • Page 81 C H A P T E R F I V E Compare Mode The Compare mode is a quick method for comparing measurements without storing the data. After entering the mode, the first measurement is set as the standard and each measurement thereafter is compared to it.
  • Page 82 Run Job Mode (SP64 only) The Run Job function is used to select a job sequence downloaded from X-Rite’s, X-RiteColor® Master software program. A typical job would display measurement prompts on the instrument screen. The instrument can store a total of 10 jobs at one time.
  • Page 83 C H A P T E R F I V E 5-30...
  • Page 84 6.1.1 Reading Lamp Replacement Information Due to the circuit complexity and test equipment required, the read lamp should only be replaced by X-Rite or an authorized X-Rite Service Center. The lamp is monitored for intensity, and failure warnings will be displayed if a problem occurs.
  • Page 85 C H A P T E R S I X 6.2.2 Cleaning the Optics The optics should be cleaned once a week in normal environments, and more often in dirty or dusty environments. Carefully lift the instrument and blow short bursts of clean, dry air into the measurement aperture.
  • Page 86 S E R V I C E A N D G E N E R A L M A I N T E N A N C E Replacing the Battery Pack 1. Unplug the AC adapter and click the battery switch to Off. 2.
  • Page 87 C H A P T E R S I X...
  • Page 88 S P 6 0 S E R I E S S P H E R E S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R Appendices Instrument Specifications Error Messages Instrument Specifications Measurement Geometrics d/8°, DRS spectral engine, choice of optical aperture: 4mm viewing/5.5mm illumination...
  • Page 89 C H A P T E R S E V E N Pollution Degree Overvoltage Category II X-Rite standards are traceable to National Research Council Canada, Laboratory for Basic Standards. This product covered by U.S. and foreign Patents Pending. Specifications and design subject to change without notice.
  • Page 90 A P P E N D I C E S Error Messages Errors encountered during a measurement are displayed on the instrument screen. All errors are accompanied by a long beep and flashing yellow light. The error message is cleared from the instrument screen by pressing the Enter key # .
  • Page 91 C H A P T E R S E V E N...
  • Page 92 Althardstrasse 70 8105 Regensdorf Switzerland Phone (+41) 44 842 24 00 Fax (+41) 44 842 22 22 Asia Pacific Headquarters X-Rite Asia Pacific Limited 36th Floor, No. 169 Electric Road Hong Kong, China Phone (852)2568-6283 Fax (852)2885 8610 Please visit www.xrite.com...

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