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4.1

 

General Information................................................................... 4-1

 

4.1.1

 

Sample Averaging ............................................................ 4-1

 

4.2

 

Measure Mode ........................................................................... 4-1

 

5

 

Instrument Configuration 

5-1

 

5.1

 

General Information................................................................... 5-1

 

5.2

 

Language ................................................................................... 5-1

 

5.3

 

Database Tools .......................................................................... 5-2

 

5.3.1

 

Add Location Name or Sample Name ............................. 5-3

 

5.3.2

 

Factory Presets ................................................................. 5-4

 

5.3.3

 

Clear all Databases ........................................................... 5-4

 

5.3.4

 

Clear All Samples ............................................................ 5-4

 

5.3.5

 

Clear All Locations .......................................................... 5-5

 

5.4

 

Security...................................................................................... 5-5

 

6

 

Service and General Maintenance 

6-1

 

6.1

 

Repair Information .................................................................... 6-1

 

6.2

 

Cleaning the Instrument............................................................. 6-1

 

6.2.1

 

General Cleaning.............................................................. 6-1

 

6.2.2

 

Cleaning the Optics .......................................................... 6-1

 

6.2.3

 

Cleaning the Calibration Reference ................................. 6-2

 

6.3

 

Replacing the Battery Pack........................................................ 6-3

 

7

 

Appendices 7-1

 

7.1

 

Instrument Specifications .......................................................... 7-1

 

7.2

 

Error Messages .......................................................................... 7-2

 

Summary of Contents for SP52

Page 1: ...SP52 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 ...

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Page 3: ...performance and design exhibit the qualities of a finely engineered instrument which is not surpassed To fully appreciate and protect your investment we suggest that you take the necessary time to read and fully understand this manual As always X Rite stands behind your instrument with a one year limited warranty and a dedicated service organization If the need arises please don t hesitate to call...

Page 4: ... depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de la class A prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des Communications du Canada AVERTISSEMENT Des câbles d interface blindés doivent être utilisés afin de se conformer aux règlements européens et FCC USA sur l émission ACHTUNG Um das Produkt innerhalb der FCC Vereinigten Staaten und den eu...

Page 5: ... SE30 77 100 240 V Veillez aussi à utiliser uniquement la batterie X Rite SP62 79 23 d autres batteries pouvant exploser et causer des blessures AVVERTENZA Non usare un altro caricabatterie che non è del pezzo X Rite SE30 81 115V o SE30 77 100 240V per evitare il rischio di malfunzionamento dell apparecchio Usare solamente gli accumulatori SP62 79 23 di X Rite è possibile che altri tipi possano sc...

Page 6: ... 336 EEC LVD 73 23 EEC WEEE As of August 13 2005 X Rite products meet the European Union Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE directive Please refer to www xrite com for more information on X Rite s compliance with the WEEE directive Warning This is a class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequat...

Page 7: ... Up key 2 2 2 2 3 Enter key 2 2 2 2 4 Escape key 2 2 2 2 5 Main Menu key 2 2 2 2 6 Read key 2 2 2 3 Measure Mode Screen 2 2 2 3 1 Sample Information 2 3 2 3 2 Controls 2 3 2 3 3 User Dialog 2 3 2 3 4 Measurement Information 2 3 2 4 Using the Instrument Keys 2 3 2 4 1 Opening a Mode or Menu 2 4 2 4 2 Opening a Pop Up List Box 2 4 2 4 3 Using the Alphanumeric Editor 2 4 2 4 4 Using the Location Samp...

Page 8: ...ctory Presets 5 4 5 3 3 Clear all Databases 5 4 5 3 4 Clear All Samples 5 4 5 3 5 Clear All Locations 5 5 5 4 Security 5 5 6 Service and General Maintenance 6 1 6 1 Repair Information 6 1 6 2 Cleaning the Instrument 6 1 6 2 1 General Cleaning 6 1 6 2 2 Cleaning the Optics 6 1 6 2 3 Cleaning the Calibration Reference 6 2 6 3 Replacing the Battery Pack 6 3 7 Appendices 7 1 7 1 Instrument Specificati...

Page 9: ...orporated X Rite warrants each instrument manufactured to be free of defects in material and workmanship excluding battery pack for a period of 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 This warranty shall be voided by any repair alteration or mod...

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Page 11: ...Wrist Strap 1 5 1 1 Instrument Description The SP52 Sphere Spectrophotometer is used to measure and store sample color readings When samples are stored the instrument is used in conjunction with a ColorDesigner software package The spectrophotometer can measure color samples on a variety of materials including paper textiles and various painted objects Target Window Graphic Display I O Port Power ...

Page 12: ...acement carton shipped to you 1 3 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 1 Hold the shoe next to the instrument housing and lift upward on the spring loaded latch refer to Unlatching the Instrument Shoe Open the shoe perpendicular...

Page 13: ...pter supplied or the optional battery charger P N SPCHG to charge the battery pack The battery pack must remain in the instrument at all times to operate Before initial remote use of the instrument charge the battery pack for approximately four hours However if immediate use is required the instrument can be operated tethered to the AC adapter during battery charging To attach the AC adapter 1 Ver...

Page 14: ...ment Shoe 1 Hold the shoe next to the instrument housing and lift upward on the spring loaded latch 2 Slowly allow the shoe to pivot toward the back of the instrument and release the latch To latch the Instrument Shoe 1 Simply close the shoe to the instrument The latch is spring loaded and automatically latches to the shoe catch Shoe Latch Lift Upwards Small Plug Adapter Power Input ...

Page 15: ...ble connector clicks when properly attached 2 Attach the other end of the cable to an available serial port on your computer 1 8 Attaching the Wrist Strap A security wrist strap is included to safeguard against accidentally dropping of the instrument The strap is attached to the instrument by simply securing the clasp to the designated location on the back of the housing Adjust the strap by slidin...

Page 16: ...C H A P T E R O N E 1 6 ...

Page 17: ...low is the main top level screen The left side of the main menu screen lists all available modes The right side of the screen lists instrument model and firmware version information MAIN MENU Measure Calibrate Configuration SP52 XXXX 2 2 Navigation Basic Operation Perform reading and mode option navigation with the six keys arranged around the display screen Each key has a unique symbol for perfor...

Page 18: ...ired operation in the mode 2 2 4 Escape key Backs up the instrument screen one menu level 2 2 5 Main Menu key Returns the instrument screen to the main menu This is a quick exit out of any mode If any option is being modified at the time the key is pressed the edits are aborted and the previous setting reinstated 2 2 6 Read key Initiates a reading when pressed Note this function is only activated ...

Page 19: ... Enter key when SAVE is highlighted stores the current measurement in the instrument Pressing the Enter key when RESET is highlighted reset the average counter to zero for the current sample 2 3 3 User Dialog This portion of the screen indicates the current mode or condition of the instrument For example if the highlighted tab stop focus is on Location A the user dialog would display Select a loca...

Page 20: ...n Language English Database Tools Security is Off To open an pop up list box 1 Use the Tab keys to highlight the desired selection or function 2 Press the Enter key to access the pop up list box 2 4 3 Using the Alphanumeric Editor Location and sample names can be edited using the alphanumeric editor if you do not have an optional barcode reader Selecting Clear in the editor provides a quick method...

Page 21: ...mple names The list can be paged through either forward or backward to reduce time Location A Bedroom Sample 1 Door Trim SAVE RESET Averages 1 Select a location To open the editor 1 Use the Tab keys to highlight the location location name or sample name 2 Press the Enter key to activate the editor 3 Press the Down Tab key to page forward through the list or press the Up Tab key to page backward th...

Page 22: ... reading can cause the data to vary To obtain the most accurate and repeatable measurements there are a few guidelines you must follow The sample to read must be larger than the target window opening If the sample to be read is smaller than the shoe you may want to make a platform the same height of the sample for the instrument to sit on The sample color should be uniform and consistent across th...

Page 23: ...key to access the Calibration Menu MAIN MENU Measure Calibrate Configuration SP52 XXXX The bottom portion of the calibration screen displays information regarding the calibration status cal reference serial number and instrument aperture size The status line displays as either Cal OK or Cal time up Cal time up indicates that calibration is required Cal Ok indicates that no calibration is required ...

Page 24: ... measurements and a trap opening for black calibration measurements The instrument shoe fits snuggly in both positions Refer below for proper positioning NOTE Make sure the calibration reference is clean before use Refer to the calibration cleaning procedure in Section Six White Reading Position Black Reading Position White Ceramic Disk Port Opening ...

Page 25: ...creen position the target window over the white ceramic disk as previously explained CALIBRATION Measure White Ref Status Cal time up S N Ap Size 8 0mm 2 Press the instrument firmly to the shoe Hold steady until the screen indicates the white calibration is completed Release instrument when Success is displayed 3 Position the target window over the black port opening as previously explained 4 Pres...

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Page 27: ...that matches both you can measure both blues and achieve an average of the two The maximum number of sample measurements that can be taken to achieve an average value is 99 4 2 Measure Mode The measure mode provides a method for storing sample measurements in the instrument s database A sample is assigned to a specific location Location names and sample names are created using the alphanumeric edi...

Page 28: ...desired sample name refer to Section Two If no sample names exist blank is display Sample names are also created using the Add Sample Name option refer to Section Five Database Tools 4 After all selections are made position the instrument s target window on the sample and take a measurement by lowering the instrument to the shoe and holding Release the instrument when Measurement Complete is displ...

Page 29: ...e configuration menu MAIN MENU Measure Calibrate Configuration SP52 XXXX 5 2 Language The Language configuration allows you to select the language you want to display on your instrument The instrument resets whenever the language is changed To select a language 1 Use the Tab keys to highlight Language 2 Press the Enter key to access the Language editor Configuration Language English Database Tools...

Page 30: ... Factory Presets Allows you to reload the factory default settings whenever required Databases are not affected Clear all Databases Allows you to clear all stored samples from all locations Configuration settings are not affected Clear all Samples Allows you to clear all stored samples sample names are NOT deleted from the list Clear all Locations Allows you to clear all stored samples from all lo...

Page 31: ...he Enter key to open the New Location Name or New Sample Name menu New Location Name Clear o Save Exit NOTE To quickly remove a name highlight Clear and press the Enter key 3 Use the Tab keys to highlight the name entry field NOTE If you are using the optional bar code reader you may scan the name in at this point 4 Use the Tab keys to choose the desired character location arrows above and below d...

Page 32: ...e Tab keys to highlight Yes and press the Enter key The factory defaults are now loaded in the instrument 5 3 3 Clear all Databases To clear database 1 Use the Tab keys to highlight Clear all Databases Database Tools Add Location Name Add Sample Name Factory Preset Clear all Databases Clear all Samples Clear all Locations 2 Press the Enter key to open the Delete Databases window 3 Use the Tab keys...

Page 33: ...e Enter key The instrument s samples are now deleted 5 4 Security When security is activated on the Configuration options menu will not appear on the instrument screen See following steps to access the Configuration menu when Security is activated on To set the security option 1 Use the Tab keys to highlight Security is Configuration Language English Database Tools Security is Off 2 Press the Ente...

Page 34: ...instrument on with the battery switch 3 When the main menu appears release the Read key The Configuration item appears in the main menu NOTE You must set the Security to Off if you want the Configuration item to automatically appear the next time you turn the instrument on ...

Page 35: ...center and repair cost The instrument shall be submitted in the original carton as a complete unaltered unit 6 2 Cleaning the Instrument Your instrument requires very little maintenance to achieve years of reliable operation However to protect your investment and maintain reading accuracy a few simple cleaning procedures should be performed from time to time 6 2 1 General Cleaning The exterior of ...

Page 36: ...n of the reference should be cleaned with clean dry air from time to time to remove any dust or contamination The reference can be taken apart for easy cleaning of the black trap by compressing the two locking tabs on both sides of the case with your fingers and separating the two sections NOTE When reassembling the black trap make sure the trap opening is positioned over the cone in the bottom po...

Page 37: ...sing Refer to Unlatching the Instrument Shoe in Section One 3 Carefully rotate the instrument over and rest it on its top 4 Using your fingers compress the two tabs located on both sides of the battery pack and remove battery pack 5 Slide a fresh battery pack into the compartment with the battery connector facing down and to the back of the instrument 6 Press down on the pack until the connector i...

Page 38: ...C H A P T E R S I X 6 4 ...

Page 39: ... white ceramic standard deviation specular component included Lamp Life Approx 500 000 measurements Power Supply Removable Ni metal hydride battery pack 7 2 VDC rated 1250 mAh AC Adapter Requirements 90 130VAC 50 60Hz 15W max Charge Time Approx 4 hours 100 capacity Measurements Per Charge 1 000 measurements typical Data Interface Patented bi directional RS 232 300 57 600 baud Display 128 x 256 pix...

Page 40: ...n has failed Calibration failed Make sure the instrument is properly positioned on the reference The battery is getting low This warning appears when the battery falls below approximately 25 of full charge Measurements are still possible but the battery should be charged soon Batteries are dead Displays when not enough battery power remains to take measurement The current measurement is aborted Ba...

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