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PPG DigiMatch

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Spectrophotometer 

 

 

 

User Guide 

 
 

 

Summary of Contents for DigiMatch PPG

Page 1: ...PPG DigiMatchTM Spectrophotometer User Guide ...

Page 2: ...requency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be deter mined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to corre...

Page 3: ...ispositifs LAN EL Canada RF Exposure Statement The device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact normal operation is minimized This equipment complies with RSS 102 radiation exposure limits This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body This device and its antenna s must not be co located or operating...

Page 4: ...duct is in conformity with Directive 2011 65 EU on Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment REACH The Product is in conformity with Regulation EC No 1907 2006 concerning Registration Evaluation Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals REACH The list of controlled substances is available at https echa europa eu candidate list table Equipment In...

Page 5: ...d of twelve 12 months from the date of shipment from X Rite s facility unless mandatory law provides for longer periods During such time X Rite will either replace or repair at its discretion defective parts free of charge X Rite s warranties herein do not cover failure of warranted goods resulting from i damage after shipment accident abuse misuse neglect alteration or any other use not in accord...

Page 6: ...EU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR APPLICATION AND NON INFRINGEMENT NO EMPLOYEE OR AGENT OF X RITE OTHER THAN AN OFFICER OF X RITE IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY WARRANTY IN ADDITION TO THE FOREGOING IN NO EVENT WILL X RITE BE LIABLE FOR ANY OF BUYER S MANUFACTURING COSTS OVERHEAD LOS...

Page 7: ...ing Settings Mode 14 Shut Down Device 14 Measurement Settings 14 Automatic Manual 14 N measurement number Option 15 Device Settings 15 Wi Fi Setup 15 Speaker Option 15 Display Option 15 Battery Saver Option 15 Device Info Option 16 System Settings 16 Apps 16 Language 16 Date and Time Option 16 FW Update 16 Calibration Mode 17 Calibration Reference 17 Calibrating the Device 17 Creating a Job and Sa...

Page 8: ...A T C H S P E C T R O P H O T O M E T E R 8 Cleaning the Device 26 Cleaning the Calibration Reference 26 Light Seal Check and Replacement 26 Replacing the Battery Pack 27 Troubleshooting 28 Technical Specifications 30 ...

Page 9: ...positioning Wi Fi technology optional for wireless communication Packaging Your device packaging should contain all the items listed below If any of these items are missing or damaged contact X Rite or your Authorized Representative PPG DigiMatch device Calibration reference white tile and camera test target Docking station USB C interface cable Quick start guide Device Battery Pack General The ba...

Page 10: ...tial charges equaling 100 Partial charge and discharge cycles will help maintain the life of the battery Please avoid full discharge and charge cycles Do not discharge the battery below 20 battery icon red Do not measure with device charging Only measure with device disconnected from cable Setup Powering on the Device Press and hold the Measure and Power On Off button 1 for 3 seconds to turn on th...

Page 11: ...wnload your data using the USB connection 7 Plug the other end of the USB C cable into an available port on your computer 8 Always store the device in the docking station when not in use to protect it from dust and dirt Measure and Power On Off Button The button 1 is located on the side of the device This is the same button that is used to power the device on and off and to take measurements You c...

Page 12: ...the Calibration section for information 6 Compare This mode is a simple QC tool used to compare two samples Refer to Compare Mode section for information 7 Health Check This function is used to perform a system check of the device Refer Health Check section for Information 8 Inspection This mode is used to preview a measurement zone Refer to Inspection Mode for information Pressure Sensors and Ind...

Page 13: ...nd pressure sensor switches Green LED Indicates the device is powered up It also indicates that all three pressure sensors are activated properly and a measurement can now be triggered Red LED Indicates one or more of the pressure sensors is not properly activated or an error has occurred during a measurement Blue LED Indicates the device is charging with the USB cable plugged into the computer In...

Page 14: ... is explained below Shut Down Device This option is used to shut down the device To access tap the icon at the top of the Settings screen and then tap Yes to confirm Measurement Settings Automatic Manual This option is used to set auto measure mode Manual Measure When set to Manual you must press the Measure and On Off button or tap the screen once all three pressure sensor indicators turn green i...

Page 15: ... the device speaker on or off When set to on the device beeps when the screen is tapped after a measurement and after a calibration Display Option This option is used to adjust the LCD sleep time and display brightness The LCD sleep time can be turned off or adjusted from 10 to 600 seconds by sliding the control from left to right Once the LCD screen is asleep simply tap the screen to activate it ...

Page 16: ...the language that is displayed on the device during operation To set the language tap Language and then tap the desired language Date and Time Option This option is used to adjust the timestamp clock for the device 1 To access tap Date Time The flashing value in the field is the current value that can be adjusted 2 Scroll the date and time values to the desired setting 3 Tap OK to save when finish...

Page 17: ...ng the calibration measurements If motion is detected by the contact sensors an error message will be displayed and calibration aborted Calibration Reference The calibration reference is designed to keep the white tile and camera test target free of dust and debris The calibration reference is stored in the docking station and is separated into two parts when used Calibrating the Device 1 Tap Cali...

Page 18: ...n the device measurement port over the camera test target as shown in the image below Make sure that the two alignment pins insert into the openings in the camera test target Note The pins will only insert in one direction Make sure you have the device orientated correctly 5 When ready tap Continue Do not touch the device throughout the measurement sequence White tile Large alignment pin Camera te...

Page 19: ...M E T E R 19 6 The device performs a self test after the external white calibration Remove the device after the self test is complete 7 Combine the two calibration reference parts together and return it it its storage location in the docking station ...

Page 20: ...om of the device over the measurement area while viewing the screen 2 Gently rock the device until all three positioning indicators in the screen turn green This indicates that all three pressure sensors are activated 3 If the device is configured for automatic measurement the measurement will be triggered as soon as with a one second delay the device is correctly positioned on the check zone and ...

Page 21: ...s to confirm that you want to delete the job you measured Job List The Job List mode is used to measure downloaded jobs and delete saved jobs The device stores measurements as jobs multiple measurements per job 1 Tap Job List on the main screen 2 Select a job that was sent via the PPG PAINTMANAGER XI software Jobs that have not been measured are shown unchecked next to the name 3 Follow the measur...

Page 22: ...ot showing up in the list A checkmark next to the job indicates the job is saved Jobs that are not checked indicates jobs that have not been measured 2 Tap the icon and then tap Yes to confirm that you want to delete the job All Jobs 3 To delete all jobs swipe the screen up to advance to the end of the list 4 Tap the icon at the bottom of the screen and then tap Yes to confirm that you want to del...

Page 23: ...mpare on the main screen to open the Compare screen 2 Tap on the Compare screen The device automatically goes into targeting mode 3 Locate the measurement port in the bottom of the device over the first check zone while viewing the screen 4 Tap the screen or press the Measure and On Off button After the measurement the L a b values for the first measurement appear on the screen 5 After the measure...

Page 24: ...alth Check is typically performed with the standard calibration that is due after 30 days However a Health Check can be initiated in case you experience issues during the operation of the device Viewing Details 1 Tap Health Check on the Apps screen to open the Health Check screen 2 Tap Detail to view the current device details 3 Tap Send if you want to transfer the device status NOTE Please perfor...

Page 25: ...tion Mode section and tap the Start button 4 After the white tile calibration is completed place the device on the camera test target as explained in the Calibration Mode section and tap the Start button 5 After the camera test target is finalized the test results are displayed Swipe the screen up to view all the test results ...

Page 26: ...ce may be wiped clean with a cloth dampened in water or mild cleaner Important Notes DO NOT use any solvents to the clean the device this will cause damage to the cover and internal electronic components Compressed air should not be used to clean the device Cleaning the device with blown air can cause dirt on the outside of the device to enter into the device and contaminate optical components Cle...

Page 27: ...ea and remove 2 Orientate the new light seal over the recessed area around the measurement port 3 Press the new light seal into place until all rubber tabs are inserted properly and the light seal is lying flat Replacing the Battery Pack The battery pack cannot be serviced or replaced by the user Contact Technical Support if you experience issues with the battery 1 ...

Page 28: ...ged e g scratched Repeat measurement Calibration was performed on a dirty white tile or camera test target Clean the calibration reference Repeat the calibration as described in the Calibration section Device requires calibration Perform a health check and calibration on calibration reference If health check and calibration fail the device is defective Contact technical support Device is defective...

Page 29: ...then lift If one or more of the sensor indicators in the display do not change color when lifted there may be a problem with the contact sensor Contact technical support Wi Fi not connected Wi Fi turned off Turn on Wi Fi in Wi Fi Setup screen Wi Fi signal too weak or not available Approach the Wi Fi access point optimally closer than 5 meters Wi Fi not connecting Network not correctly set Perform ...

Page 30: ... Temp 4 F to 122 F 20 C to 50 C Short term repeatability MCDM on BCRA white Typical 0 02 DE00 Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery Charging with 2 5 W USB 2 0 PC port USB 3 0 PC port USB Charger USB connectivity USB C connector USB 2 0 Hi Speed USB 3 0 Hi Speed compatible 480 Mbit s 60 MB s theoretical Wi Fi module Wi Fi module 2 4 GHz according to IEEE 802 11b g n standard Pollution degree 2 Altitude...

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