X-Rite  Set Up And Operation Manual

X-Rite Set Up And Operation Manual

Automated color management scanning system
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  • Page 1 ® Setup and Operation...
  • Page 3 This product may be covered by one or more patents. Refer to the instrument for actual patent numbers. Copyright © 2014 by X-Rite, Incorporated “ALL RIGHTS RESERVED” X-Rite® and IntelliTrax® are registered trademarks of X-Rite, Incorporated. All other logos, brand names, and product names mentioned are the properties of their respective holders.
  • Page 4: Warranty Information

    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. Customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Installing the IntelliTrax Software Installing the Color Reflectance Reference Data Instrument Indicator Operating the System Sheet Loading and Alignment Measuring with the IntelliTrax System Calibration Calibrating the IntelliTrax System Calibrating the Optional eXact Handheld Instrument Cleaning the Calibration Plaque Measuring with the eXact Handheld...
  • Page 6: Overview And Setup

    This manual covers the installation, basic operation and maintenance of the instrument. Specific instructions for using the instrument with your IntelliTrax software application can be found in the software online help. Scanning track with vacuum...
  • Page 7: Unpacking And Inspection

    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 along with all the accessories. If the original carton is not available, contact X-Rite to have a replacement shipped to you.
  • Page 8: Vacuum Pump Connections

    ® I N T E L L I T R A X A U T O S C A N N I N G S Y S T E M Vacuum Pump Connections 1. Connect one end of the vacuum hose (1) to the barbed input fitting located on the vacuum pump, and the other end to the barbed fitting on the side of the docking station.
  • Page 9: Ethernet Interface Connection - System Default Standalone Configuration

    Ethernet Cable Power Connection The IntelliTrax system must be allowed to stabilize at room temperature before plugging the power supply into as AC wall receptacle. NOTE: This product is intended to be supplied by a listed direct plug-in power supply, marked “class 2”...
  • Page 10: Connecting The Optional Exact Handheld Instrument

    S Y S T E M Connecting the Optional eXact Handheld Instrument Operational hazard exists if an AC adapter other than X-Rite SE30-177 is used. AC Adapter Ratings, Input: 100-240V 50-60 Hz, Output: 12VDC @ 2.5A 1. Turn the docking station over and feed the small plug from the power supply through the strain relief (1) in the middle of the station.
  • Page 11: Intellitrax Software System Requirements

    3. Refer to the IntelliTrax online help system for information on operation of the software. NOTE: IntelliTrax uses a free version of SQL Server. This version is fully functional with a few limitations. Please refer to the online help in the Database Administration Tool for more information.
  • Page 12: Operating The System

    Loading a press sheet onto the IntelliTrax is fast and easy, there are no guides or clamps to adjust. The press sheet is loaded onto the track from the back, and held in place by a series of vacuum holes.
  • Page 13: Measuring With The Intellitrax System

    A U T O S C A N N I N G S Y S T E M Measuring with the IntelliTrax System After the press sheet is positioned on the track, you are ready to perform a color bar measurement.
  • Page 14: Calibration

    Regular calibration of the IntelliTrax system and hand-held instrument is important for maintaining accurate and consistent measurement data. Normally, the software application prompts you for a calibration when it’s required. Calibration of either the IntelliTrax system or hand-held instrument can also be manually invoked whenever desired.
  • Page 15: Calibrating The Optional Exact Handheld Instrument

    ® I N T E L L I T R A X A U T O S C A N N I N G S Y S T E M Calibrating the Optional eXact Handheld Instrument IMPORTANT: The calibration plaque is dramatically affected by smudge marks and dust, and must be kept clean.
  • Page 16 ® I N T E L L I T R A X A U T O S C A N N I N G S Y S T E M Measuring with the eXact Handheld The Handheld instrument can be used to measure ink colors and make spot check measurements as needed.
  • Page 17: Appendices

    1-888-826-3059; by fax at 1-888-826-3061; or by email at gisupport@xrite.com. Additional X-Rite office numbers are located on the back cover of this manual. You can also visit X-Rite’s Support page at www.xrite.com; here you can find answers to common help desk questions.
  • Page 18: General Maintenance

    1. Obtain a source of clean, dry, compressed air. This air should be of the quality used to clean delicate camera lenses. 2. Unplug the IntelliTrax system from the power adapter and slide the scanning head a few millimeters away from the docking station.
  • Page 19: Scanning Track Cleaning (1 To 2 Times A Month)

    ® I N T E L L I T R A X A U T O S C A N N I N G S Y S T E M 6. Being careful to hold the compressed air source upright, blow short, gentle bursts of compressed air directly into the instrument's aperture.
  • Page 20: Cleaning The White Calibration Disk

    On a daily basis, you will need to clean the white calibration disk located in the track. This is a relatively easy procedure requiring only a few minutes of time. 1. Unplug the IntelliTrax system from the power adapter and slide the scanning head away from the docking station.
  • Page 21: Removing The Scanning Head

    The following procedure explains how to remove the scanning head in the event maintenance is required. 1. Unplug the IntelliTrax system from the power adapter and slide the scanning head at least 5 inches (127 mm) away from the docking station.
  • Page 22: Intellitrax Color Reference Measurement Procedure

    If the calibration check fails (indicated on the computer monitor), clean the color reflectance reference and instrument optics as explained earlier, and perform the calibration check again. If the calibration check fails again, contact your X-Rite representative. You may need to replace your color reflectance reference (Part Number ATS40-64).
  • Page 23: Instrument Specifications

    ® I N T E L L I T R A X A U T O S C A N N I N G S Y S T E M Instrument Specifications General Measurement Geometry: ..Reflection 45°/0° per ANSI PH2.17 Aperture Configurations ..
  • Page 24 Switzerland Phone (+41) 44 842 24 00 Fax (+41) 44 842 22 22 Asia Pacific Headquarters X-Rite Asia Pacific Limited Suite 2801, 28th Floor, AXA Tower Landmark East, 100 How Ming Street Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong Phone (852) 2568 6283...

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