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C O L O R I 5 O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L

Color i5 Operation Manual


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G R E T A G M A C B E T H , L L C

Color i5 Operation Manual

Version 1.5

GretagMacbeth, LLC

www.GretagMacbeth.com


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Table of Contents

Safety First......................................................................................................................................................... 2 Specifications..................................................................................................................................................... 3 Unpacking.......................................................................................................................................................... 4

Packing List ....................................................................................................................................... 4 Optional Accessories ......................................................................................................................... 5

Installation.......................................................................................................................................................... 6 Sample Preview Options................................................................................................................................... 7

Hinged Sample Door ......................................................................................................................... 7 Computer Monitor Used for Sample Preview ................................................................................. 10 Instructions for Category B: USB Instrument Control Setup ......................................................... 12 Optional Color i5 Sample Preview Monitor.................................................................................... 13

Operation ......................................................................................................................................................... 15 Status Panel...................................................................................................................................... 15 Calibration ....................................................................................................................................... 16 Taking Reflectance Measurements.................................................................................................. 17 Taking Transmission Measurements ............................................................................................... 18 Instrument Modeling ....................................................................................................................... 20 UV Control ...................................................................................................................................... 20 Aperture Control.............................................................................................................................. 20 Specular Control .............................................................................................................................. 22

Maintaining Your Spectrophotometer............................................................................................................ 22 Cleaning the Calibration Tiles ......................................................................................................... 22 Cleaning the Black Trap .................................................................................................................. 22

Color Science Course Information ................................................................................................................. 23 Technical Service ............................................................................................................................................ 24 Spare Parts and Accessories............................................................................................................................ 25


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Welcome

T he Color i5 laboratory spectrophotometer is a mid-range spectrophotometer with an array of advanced product features to accurately measure a variety of samples.

Color i5 features include:

• Tri-Beam technology that measures Specular component included and excluded for gloss assessment.

• Multiple areas of view in both reflectance and transmittance.

• Self-adjusting, dual zoom lens that eliminates configuration errors between aperture plates and lens position.

• Video preview or sample drop door for measurement accuracy and targeting purposes.

• Automated ultra violet adjustment when measuring fluorescent or optically brightened samples.

• USB and RS-232 interfaces that eliminate connectivity issues.

• Built-in user selectable profiles for CE- 7000 series and CE-3100 instruments.

• Clear status panel display with dual remote read buttons for standard and sample measurements and warning indicators for calibration interval.

• Dampened sample arm holder that prevents sample damage.

• Supports Embedded NetProfiler.


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Before using your spectrophotometer, you should:

1 Review the Specifications on page 3 to make sure you have everything you need to begin operating your spectrophotometer.

2 Review the Safety First Recommendations, on page 2 before you set up your spectrophotometer to ensure a safe working environment. Review the Environmental Specifications on page 3 to make sure you are using your spectrophotometer in an environmentally appropriate location.

3 Install the driver software using the Driver/Documentation CD before connecting the spectrophotometer to the PC!

Safety First Your Color i5 spectrophotometer is very safe to use. However, like all electronic equipment you must follow these common sense safety guidelines to ensure your personal safety and the future integrity of the unit.

PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS— It will be helpful to you if you review this document completely before you attempt to install and use your Color i5.

RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE—Keep this manual handy for others to read or refer to when they need to operate the unit.

OBEY WARNINGS—Please follow all of the precautions described in this operation manual. If you use your spectrophotometer in a manner not intended, the built in safety protection may be impaired.

PROTECT FROM WATER AND MOISTURE—Do not use your spectrophotometer in an area where there is a possible hazard of electric shock from spilled water or other liquids or uncontrolled moisture.


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Specifications

Performance Specifications

Repeatability 0.03 RMS ∆E CIELAB White tile

Inter-Instrument Agreement

0.15 Avg. 13 BCRA Series II tiles SCI

Geometry D\8 Tri-beam simultaneous SCE\SCI

Illumination Pulsed Xenon, D65 Calibrated

Measurement time < 2.5 second (flash & data acquisition)

Spectral Range 360 to 750 nm

Wavelength Interval 10 nm

Photometric range 0.0% to 200%

Photometric resolution 0.01% reflectance

Environmental Specifications

Electrical Requirements 100-240 VAC/50-60 Hz, UL Category II AC line input is 1.6 amps.

Operating Temperature Storage Temperature

10º C to 35º C -20º C to 55º C

Altitude Maximum 2000M

Pollution UL Category 2

Operating Humidity Storage Humidity

20% to 80% relative, non-condensing 05% to 90% relative, non-condensing

Dimensions 23 cm W x 25 cm H x 47 cm D

Weight 12 kgs

Interface USB/RS-232/38400 baud


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Unpacking Upon receipt of your unit, you should unpack your spectrophotometer. Be sure to save your shipping box, as you may need it to return your unit to the factory for service.

Packing List You will find the following items in your shipping box:

• Color i5 Spectrophotometer with Large Area of View (LAV) installed

• 12-volt power supply

• Round white calibration tile

• Round green performance tile

• Zero calibration trap

• Standards (tiles) cleaner & tissues

• MAV (Medium) & SAV (Small) aperture plates

• Fluorescent standard in an envelope

• Driver/Documentation CD in a paper envelope

• Warnings document

• Translation package

• Certificate of performance

• Warranty information

• CE declaration

• USB and RS-232 communications cables

• Choice of one power cord (included):

o 11.74.16 mains cord for Switzerland

o 11.74.17 mains cord for Germany

o 11.74.18 mains cord for the USA


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Optional Accessories • LCD preview monitor

• Application software kit

• NetProfiler standards and subscription

• Transmission kit (Accessory/transmission box):

o Base Plate

o Thumb screws (2)

o Cuvette holder

o Transmission cuvette

o 22 mm sphere LAV stop and spring retainer mountable to the base

o 10 mm sphere MAV stop and spring retainer mountable to the base

o 6 mm sphere SAV stop and spring retainer mountable to the base

o Plaque for zero calibration

o Spectralon plaque assembly


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Installation To install your spectrophotometer you need to follow these steps:

1. Locate the 12-volt Power Supply in the shipping carton. Connect the single-pin end to the spectrophotometer and connect the three-prong end to a power receptacle. See Figure 1.

On/Off Switch

USB- "B " for your computer

USB- "A" (2 connections, for accessories)

RS-232

Power Supply

Sample Preview Monitor (2 connections, both are needed)

Figure 1. Rear Spectrophotometer Connections


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2. Install the PC-based software driver using the Driver/Documentation CD. Always install the driver before connecting the spectrophotometer to the PC!

3. If you plan to use a USB connection for data communication, connect your computer to the spectrophotometer.

Note: Under the standard configuration of the spectrophotometer, you can use the USB connection or your RS-232 cable to send and receive measurement data. If the RS-232 connection is used the COM port should be set to 38.4k baud, 8 bit no parity.

Do not simultaneously use the USB and the RS-232 cable!

4. Locate the on/off switch at the rear. The Status LED will flash for 5 seconds to indicate the power up sequence.

5. The spectrophotometer will then test the UV and zoom mechanisms. The appropriate LEDS will flash during the test. The LED’s will stop flashing to indicate successful power on diagnostics.

Sample Preview Options The Color i5 spectrophotometer has three sample preview options:

Hinged Sample Door- This choice enables you to open the sample door and look at the sample position in the viewport and make manual adjustments if necessary to obtain optimum sample alignment.

Note: If your Color i5 was purchased with Video Preview the following Sample Preview Options are available to you.

Computer Monitor Used for Sample Preview- This choice involves installing an external video to USB adapter to enable you to use your computer monitor for sample preview. After the driver and cabling are installed, you may press the Preview button on the spectrophotometer to view an image of the sample at the Ci5 viewport on your PC monitor.

Optional Color i5 Sample Preview Monitor- If you have This choice presents a live picture of your sample at the view port and projects it onto a preview monitor mounted on top of the spectrophotometer.

Hinged Sample Door The Color i5 sample door is capable of opening for a completely unobstructed view of the sample presented at the view port. When completely open, the hinged sample door allows you to adjust the sample at the view port for optimal placement. There is no installation necessary.

To use the Hinged Sample Door, proceed as follows:

1. Position your sample at the viewport.


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2. Open the sample arm by grasping the door handle and pulling it towards you. Place your sample at the view port and close the sample arm.

3. Now open the Hinged Sample door. Using your fingertips open the door at the pry notches and gently lower the door to the complete open position. See figure below.

Insert your fingers here at the pry notches.

Gently lower the door tothe fully open position.

Figure 2. Opening the Hinged Sample Door

4. With the Hinged Sample Door completely open, view the sample at the view port and make sure the sample is in an optimal position for measuring.


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Observe samplehere through

viewportopening.

Hinged Sample

Door Open

Sample Arm

Figure 3. Observing the Sample through the Viewport Opening

5. Close the Hinged Sample Door.

6. Prepare for measurement.


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Computer Monitor Used for Sample Preview Note: If your Color i5 was purchased with Video Preview, this Sample Preview Option is available.

An external video to USB adapter is available as an option for the Color i5 to enable you to use your computer monitor for sample preview. The USB adapter has a software driver that must be installed after the Color i5 driver is installed. After the driver and cabling are installed, you may press the Preview button on the spectrophotometer to view an image of the sample at the Ci5 viewport on your PC monitor.

Installing the Computer Monitor and Cabling for Sample Preview

To use your computer monitor for sample preview, you must first determine your computer's software setup. The presence of RS-232 supported software will impact your video setup for PC-monitor Sample Preview. You will be in one of the following categories. Follow the instructions below for your category to install your PC monitor for sample preview.

Note: In either category, you must install the Color i5 Driver first before beginning any cable and monitor setup!

Category A, RS-232 Instrument Control: Your computer uses software whose instrument drivers only support an RS-232 interface. In this case you will be using the RS-232 cable to connect your PC and the instrument for measurement purposes and will use the USB port on your computer for the sample preview video connection

Category B, USB Instrument Control: Your computer uses software whose instrument drivers support a USB interface. In this case you will be using only the USB port on your computer for the sample preview video connection.


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Instructions for Category A: RS-232 Instrument Control Setup

Note: Make sure you have installed the Color i5 Driver software before proceeding. Following the order of the setup steps is very important.

Step 4. Connect the 4 prong female connector on USB Adapter Assembly to the Ci5 at the top Sample Preview Monitor port .

Step 5. Connect the male Video Connector on the USB Adapter to the Ci5 at the bottom Sample Preview Monitor port.

Step 3. Connect the USB connector on the USB Adapter (at the end of the single cord) to the USB port on your computer.

RS-232 Cable Male Connector

Step 1. Connect the RS-232 cable female connector to the RS-232 port on your computer. Connect the RS-232 cable male connector to the RS-232 port on the Ci5.

Optional USB Adapter Assembly

RS-232 Cable

Step 2. At this time you should have the RS-232 cable installed from yrou computer to the Color i5. Install the USB Video Adapter Driver Software. To do this load the Adapter CD into your hard drive. The installation will automatically begin. Follow the prompts on your computer screen. Do not proceed to the next step until you complete the Adapter Driver Installation!

Figure 4. RS-232 Instrument Control Setup


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Instructions for Category B: USB Instrument Control Setup Note: Make sure you have installed the Color i5 Driver software before proceeding. Following the order of the setup steps is very important.

Step 4. Insert the USB connector on the Adapter (at the end of the single cord) to the USB-A port on the Ci5.

Step 5. Insert the 4 prong female connector on the Adapter to the topSample Preview Monitor port on the Ci5.

Step 6. Insert the male connector on the Adapter to the bottom Sample Preview Monitor port on the Ci5.

Step 1. Insert the USB PC connector to the USB port on your computer.

Step 2. Insert the USB PC connector to the USB- B port on the Ci5.

USB Cable

Optional USB Adapter Assembly

Step 3. You should now have the USB Cable connected to your PC and instrument. Install the USB Video Adapter Driver Software. To do this load the Adapter CD into your hard drive. The installation will automatically begin. Follow the prompts on your computer screen to complete the installation. Do not proceed to the next step until you complete the Adapter Driver Installation!

Figure 5. USB Instrument Control Setup


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Optional Color i5 Sample Preview Monitor Note: If your Color i5 was purchased with Video Preview, this Sample Preview Option is available.

An optional sample preview monitor is available to use with your spectrophotometer. Using a camera within the spectrophotometer, a live picture of your sample is taken at the view port. The camera then projects the live image onto the preview monitor. This is helpful since you can make any adjustments to your sample placement at the view port for targeting purposes using the monitor to guide your adjustment.

Installing the Optional Sample Preview Monitor

To install your preview monitor, proceed as follows. Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 6 if needed.

1. Remove the screen from any shipping/packaging material. The preview monitor should have a cable attached with a four-prong female connector at one end. You should also locate the preview monitor spectrophotometer cable with a four-prong male connector at one end and two spectrophotometer connectors at the other end (one is yellow, the other is black).

2. Remove the Preview Monitor mounting screw cap and store it in a safe place. The mounting screw should now be exposed.

Live Imageof Sample

at View Port

Ball JointMonitor Stem

Monitor Adjustment Knob

Power Switch

Figure 6. Preview Sample Monitor


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3. Align the mounting screw hole on the monitor stem to the mounting screw fixed on the spectrophotometer. Rotate the entire monitor assembly around the fixed mounting screw on the spectrophotometer. Continue to rotate until the monitor is secure.

4. Use the adjustment knob on the monitor stem to pivot the monitor around a ball joint to adjust the angle of the monitor for your viewing needs.

5. Connect the four-pin connection on the monitor cable to the four-pin male connector on the monitor spectrophotometer cable.

6. Connect the yellow connector on the monitor-spectrophotometer cable to the yellow connector at the rear of the spectrophotometer. Connect the black connector on the monitor spectrophotometer cable to the black connector at the rear of the spectrophotometer.

7. The monitor should be powered on and whatever sample is currently on the view port is seen on the display. If the monitor is not showing an image, press the power button on the side of the monitor to turn it on.


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Operation

Status Panel

1 Standard Button

2 Preview Button

Aperture Setting: Possible choices are

LAV (Large Area of View) MAV (Medium Area of View)

SAV (Small Area of View) * This LED will blink if the zoom

lens setting and the installed aperture plate do not match.

3 Trial Button

Specular Setting: Possible choices are Included (SCI) Excluded (SCE)

NetProfiled: Green (enabled) Yellow (not enabled) Blank (not NetProfiled) Blinking (run NetProfiler again) Calibrated: Red (Uncalibrated) Green (Calibrated)

UV Setting: Possible Choices are D65 Excluded Adjusted Position 1 Adjusted Position 2

Measurement Type: Possible choices are

Transmission (LED will blink if the instrument is

configured for Direct Transmission, steady for Total Transmission.

Reflection

Figure 7. Color i5 Front Status Panel

Programmable Status Panel Buttons

The Status Panel Buttons will be fully functional in the near future.

Standard and Trial buttons are available but must be supported by your application software and function as programmed. Currently buttons are supported by the following applications: Optiview/ProPalette, ProPalette Textiles, and NetProfiler.

The Preview button is reserved for future use.


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Calibration Calibration is recommended every 8 hours of spectrophotometer operation. Each spectrophotometer configuration that is used should be calibrated. A configuration consists of:

• Measurement Mode: Transmission or Reflectance

• Aperture size (SAV, MAV, LAV)

• Specular included or excluded condition (SCI or SCE)

• UV included excluded condition. Different UV calibrator positions do not constitute a required calibration configuration. The spectrophotometer automatically measures Specular included and excluded for every reflectance configuration.

Reflectance Calibration Procedure

To calibrate your spectrophotometer in Reflectance Measurement Mode you need to use your application software. Follow these steps:

1. Launch the calibration process from the software interface.

2. You will be prompted to present and then remove the calibration tile and to prepare for open port or black trap calibration.

3. Once the calibration process is complete the Calibrated LED becomes lit. Any change to the spectrophotometer configuration may result in the calibration LED turning from green (calibrated) to red (not calibrated). Remember that each configuration needs to be calibrated.

Transmission Calibration Procedure

To calibrate your spectrophotometer in Transmission Measurement Mode you need to first locate the following items:

Spectralon plaque Transmission sample holder Black Plastic Blocking Panel

Using your application software launch the calibration process from the software interface. Follow these steps:

1. You will be prompted to present the white calibration tile at the viewport. Instead of the white calibration tile, present the Spectralon plaque at the viewport.

2. When you are prompted for the Open Port of Black Trap Calibration, place the Sample Transmission Holder inside the Transmission compartment and load the Black Plastic Blocking Panel in the Transmission sample holder. For more information on loading the Sample Transmission Holder in the Ci5, refer to Taking Transmission Measurements on page 18.

3. Click OK to any message for open port or black trap calibration.


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4. Once the calibration process is complete the Calibrated LED becomes lit. Any change to the spectrophotometer configuration may result in the calibration LED turning from green (calibrated) to red (not calibrated). Remember that each configuration needs to be calibrated.

Taking Reflectance Measurements To take a measurement using your spectrophotometer, follow these steps to ensure an accurate reading.

1. Prepare your sample for measurement.

2. Open the sample arm on the spectrophotometer to the fully open position. Present the sample at the view port and slowly close the sample arm. The spring on the sample arm is dampened to prevent the arm from closing with too much force and possibly damaging the sample.

3. Use the preview monitor or your computer screen to view the sample and make any adjustments to the sample measurement targeting area.

4. Trigger the measurement using one of the following methods:

a. Select "Measure Standard" or "Measure Trial" from your application software interface. Follow the software instructions for loading the sample at the view port.

b. Press the Measure button on the Colori5 Status Panel.

5. The measurement is taken. The data is presented to you in your application software. Follow the instructions for saving the data in the software.


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Taking Transmission Measurements Before taking a transmission measurement, set the Color i5 to transmission mode using your application software. Use the stop and spring that match the reflectance aperture. You will notice the Transmission LED is lit on the Status Panel based on your selection in the software.

The Color i5 sample holder is designed to mount inside the transmission compartment. It is used to measure thin films at both the sphere (total transmission) and at the lens (direct transmission). The transmission kit that was shipped with your spectrophotometer has four sample holders: small (6 mm), medium (10 mm), large (22 mm), and a cuvette sample holder (for measuring liquids). Choose the sample holder appropriate for your application.

Note: Liquids are measured using the cuvette sample holder. Follow the steps below for taking a total (sphere) transmission or a direct (lens) transmission measurement.

To take a transmission measurement, proceed as follows. Refer to 0 if needed.

1. Remove the Transmission Cover Fixing Screw on the side of the spectrophotometer. Keep the screw in a safe place.

Remove Transmission Cover Fixing Screw

Slide Cover to the Rear

Figure 8. Spectrophotometer with Transmission Cover Partially Open


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2. Open the spectrophotometer transmission cover. Apply pressure with your fingertips to each side of the cover and gently push the cover to the rear of the spectrophotometer. The cover opens and closes in a telescoping fashion. The spectrophotometer interior should be exposed.

Sample HolderMounting

Screws

Sample Holder Mounted to Base Plate

InstrumentSphere Large Sphere

Opening

Pull Tab

Figure 9. Transmission Holder at the Sphere (Total Measurement)

Sample HolderMounting

Screws

Sample Holder Mounted to Base Plate

Instrument Lens

Pull Tab

Figure 10. Transmission Holder at the Lens (Direct Measurement)

3. Align the sample holder base plate pins to the base plate mounting channel holes inside the transmission area. There are mounting holes in the channel at both the sphere and the lens. Be sure to mount the sample holder at the sphere for a total transmission measurement or at the lens for a direct transmission measurement.

4. Attach the sample holder to the base plate with the mounting screws. The above picture shows the large sample holder mounted at the sphere. To mount the small or medium sample holder, position the top opening in the holder over the small or large opening in the sphere.


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5. Use sample holder pull tab to pull back the sample holder towards you. Mount your sample in the sample holder.

6. Trigger the measurement using one of the following methods:

a. Select "Measure Standard" or "Measure Trial" from your application software. Follow the software instructions for loading the sample at the view port.

b. Press the Measure button on the Colori5 Status Panel.

7. The measurement is taken. The data is presented to you in your application software. Follow the instructions for saving the data in the software.

Instrument Modeling The Color i5 is already configured to model CE7000 measurements. However, the spectrophotometer can be configured to model CE3100 measurements. If you require backward data compatibility with the older CE3100 this mode should be selected in your application software. To use this feature, simply connect your spectrophotometer to your computer and choose CE3100 as the instrument selection in your application software interface. Take measurements as you normally would. The data provided by the Color i5 will simulate those that would have been taken by the CE3100.

UV Control Your spectrophotometer is equipped with an automated 400nm UV filter. This can be set to fully Exclude the UV portion of the light source in the spectrophotometer or can be used to calibrate and adjust the UV level for instance to match the UV component of D65 daylight. The Color i5 supports 3 pre-selected UV calibration positions for the filter you may wish to calibrate to D65 or other levels of UV. A UV illuminant checker is provided that has been calibrated with a CIE whiteness value for true D65. Your application software will drive the UV calibrator making successive measurements until it finds the correct calibrator position to give this value (Adjusted Position 1 and Adjusted Position 2).

Aperture Control To change the aperture setting on the spectrophotometer you need to use your application software and the Aperture Plates. Select an aperture setting of SAV (Small Area of View), MAV (Medium Area of View) or LAV (Large Area of View).

Note: If you select the auto zoom lens option from your application software, the spectrophotometer automatically moves the zoom lens whenever you change the aperture plate. In the Control Panel dialog box of your application software, make sure that the "Auto" box is checked under the Area of View information on the Configuration tab. If you prefer to not have matching Area of View and Zoom Lens setting (to have a different illumination setup), do not check this box. If the zoom position and the installed aperture plate do not match, the Aperture LED will blink to indicate this discrepancy.


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To install an aperture plate on the Color i5, proceed as follows.

Open Sample Arm toFully Open Position

Aperture Rim

Aperture Notch

Aperture Plate

Figure 11. Mounting the Aperture Plate on the Spectrophotometer

1. Prepare the aperture plate to be installed and make sure it is nearby.

2. Open the sample arm to the fully open position

3. Pry off the plate at the aperture notch on the spectrophotometer using your index finger and thumb. Place the plate gently on a nearby, safe surface.

4. Locate the plate to be installed and fit the aperture over the rim on the spectrophotometer. Press the new plate firmly into place. The plate is magnetized to prevent it from falling out.

5. Close the sample arm.


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Specular Control To change the Specular Component setting on the spectrophotometer you need to use your application software. Select the desired Specular Component Setting- Included (SCI) or Excluded (SCE). Be sure to save the setting. You will notice the LED for either setting becomes lit based on your selection. The Color i5 simultaneously measures Specular included and Specular excluded for all reflectance measurements. Your application software should decide which measurement data to request from the spectrophotometer according to the user requirements.

Maintaining Your Spectrophotometer

Cleaning the Calibration Tiles Ceramic standards (calibration tiles) are widely used in color science as standards of reflectance factor. Their principal virtue is the stability of their reflection properties. If they are to serve their intended purpose, it is necessary that the surfaces of these tiles be maintained in a stable condition. The cleaning of any precision optic risks degrading the surface. Therefore, the need for cleaning should be minimized by returning the tile to its storage case or covering it with a protective bag when it is not in use. If cleaning is required, the following procedure is recommended.

Materials Required

Camel's-Hair Brush: Available at most camera, hardware, or art supply stores.

Dust free tissue: Use a lens tissue, which meets Federal Specification NNN-P-40A, Type I or equivalent.

To remove dust, lint, and invisible gritty particles, proceed as follows:

1. Lint and other small particles are usually best observed by illuminating the tile with a diffuse light sources at an angle so that the light does not produce surface glare. Inspect the tile at an angle rather than looking directly at the tile’s front surface.

2. Brush the tile's surface with a camel's-hair brush.

3. Breathe a light mist of condensed vapor at the center of the tile.

4. Immediately wipe the tile's surface lightly with lens tissue. Avoid smearing the tile with natural greases and perspiration from the hands by wiping with the untouched center part of the lens tissue.

Cleaning the Black Trap 1. Dust on the black glass optics can be very tightly bound by static electricity. To remove the dust,

blow clean air across the opening.


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Color Science Course Information GretagMacbeth offers two courses in color science. Who would attend these classes? Any member of your color team who should have expert knowledge in color science should attend. Invite your Quality Control Personnel, Purchasing Agents, Production Managers, Product Designers, and Sales Managers.

Fundamentals of Color Science

This two-day workshop includes a “Fundamentals” and “Beyond the Basics” level courses that combine lectures, demonstrations, and discussions to help attendees learn how to evaluate, measure, and communicate color. The workshops are open to all interested professionals who value color quality and its effects on business. The Fundamentals session focuses on an introduction to color and appearance. Important principles that are explored during the workshop include visual color evaluation, quantifying color, color differences and an introduction to instrumentation. The Beyond the Basics session expands upon these concepts and includes color tolerances, measurement practices and color data communication.

ProPalette Database Management Seminar This three-day seminar provides intensive, hands-on creation of an accurate, reliable database. Individual workstations and the opportunity to work one-on-one with an experienced color engineer give you the

opportunity to customize your database. You will leave with confidence in the integrity of your unique database as well as with the accuracy of your color formulations. Please bring your physical database samples, prepared in accordance with the sample preparation guide that has been sent to you by your color engineer.

Course Topics Covered: Hardware Overview Windows Overview Basic Color Theory In Depth ProPalette/Optiview Training Database Loading Color Matching Color Correction ProPalette Advanced Features


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Technical Service In the event that you are unable to solve a problem you may contact our Technical Service Department. USA 617 Little Britain Road New Windsor, NY 12553-6148 Phone 800 622 2384 845-565-7660 (Outside USA and Canada) Fax 845-565-0390

Switzerland Althardstrasse 70 CH-8105 Regensdorf Phone +41 (0) 1 842 24 00 Fax +41 (0)1 842 22 22 Germany Fraunhoferstrasse 14 D-82152 Martinsried, Munich Phone +49 89 857070 Fax +49 89 85707 111 And Siemenstrasse 12b D-63263 NeuIsenburg Phone +49 6102 79570 Fax +49 6102 795757 UK Greenway House Abbotts Park Preston Brook Cheshire, WA7 3GH Phone +44 (1928) 280050 Fax +44 (1928) 280080 Hong Kong SAR 2/F, 18 Prat Avenue Tsimshatsui, Kowloon Hong Kong SAR, China Phone: +852 2368 7738 Fax: +852 2368 6717 Italy Via Braille, 69-69/A 59100 Prato tal: +39 0574 527755 fax +39 0574 527671

You can also reach GretagMacbeth on the World Wide Web at: www.gretagmacbeth.com

http://www.gretagmacbeth.com/


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Spare Parts and Accessories The Color i5 Spectrophotometer has optional accessories that you may order by calling the Customer Service Department at GretagMacbeth in the US at 1-800-622-2384. The following accessories are available:

Transmission kit: this kit includes a calibration standard, a transmission cuvette/ thin films sample holder, a transmission cuvette and a handy storage case.

36.94.21

LCD Video Preview Monitor

36.94.02

White sample Backing (replaces the toggle pad)

29021020

Stand for Horizontal Measurement Plane

39.10.03


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Index

Buttons .......................................................... 15 Calibration..................................................... 16 Color Science Information............................ 23 Fundamentals of Color Science .................... 23 Installation....................................................... 1 Instrument Simulation................................... 20 Inter-Instrument Agreement............................ 3 Maintaining Your Spectrophotometer .......... 22 Measurement time........................................... 3 Packing List .................................................... 4 Performance Specifications ............................ 3 Photometric range ........................................... 3

ProPalette Database Management Seminar .. 23 Reflectance Measurement....................... 16, 18 Repeatability ................................................... 3 Safety .............................................................. 2 Spare Parts and Accessories.......................... 25 Specifications.................................................. 3

Environmental .............................................. 3 Spectral Range ................................................ 3 Specular Control ........................................... 22 Status panel ................................................... 15 Taking Measurements................................... 17 Technical Service.......................................... 24 Unpacking ....................................................... 4 UV Control.................................................... 20

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