KONICA MINOLTA CM-26D (02) PDF MANUAL

A triangle with an exclamation mark denotes an instruction regarding a safety warning or note. Read the instruction carefully to ensure safe and correct use.

A circle with a diagonal line through it denotes a prohibited operation. This operation must never be performed.

An exclamation mark in a circle denotes an instruction. This instruction must be strictly adhered to.

A plug symbol with a diagonal line through it denotes an instruction to be sure to disconnect the plug from the outlet.

A circle with a wrench symbol and a diagonal line through it denotes a prohibited operation. Never disassemble the instrument.

A wavy line symbol indicates alternating current (AC).

A straight line with three dashes below it indicates direct current (DC).

A square within a square symbol indicates class II protection against electric shock.

Do not use the instrument in places where flammable or combustible gases are present, as doing so may cause a fire.

Be sure to turn the instrument OFF in areas where use is prohibited, such as in airplanes or hospitals, as using it may affect electronics and medical equipment.

Always use the supplied AC adapter (AC-A305J/L/M) and connect it to a 100 to 240 V (50/60 Hz) AC outlet of the rated voltage and frequency. Using an unspecified adapter or unsupported voltage may result in damage, fire, or electric shock.

If the instrument will not be used for a long time, disconnect the AC adapter power plug from the AC outlet. Clean off any dirt or water on the prongs of the AC adapter’s plug before use to prevent fire.

Do not insert or disconnect the AC adapter plug with wet hands, as doing so may cause electric shock.

Do not disassemble or modify the instrument or the AC adapter, as doing so may cause a fire or electric shock.

If the instrument or AC adapter is damaged, or if smoke or odd smells occur, turn the power OFF immediately, disconnect the AC adapter plug from the AC outlet, remove the battery, and contact an authorized service facility.

Take special care not to allow liquid or metal objects to enter the instrument and the AC adapter. If they do, turn the power OFF immediately, disconnect the AC adapter power plug from the AC outlet, remove the battery, and contact an authorized service facility.

Do not forcibly bend, twist, or pull the cords or cables. Do not scratch, fabricate, or place heavy objects on the cables, as doing so may damage the cable and cause a fire or electric shock.

Firmly push the AC adapter power plug completely into the outlet to prevent fire or electric shock.

Do not dispose of the battery in a fire or short-circuit, heat, or disassemble the battery, as this could result in fire or injury.

In the event of a battery leak, if fluid comes into contact with the eyes, do not rub; wash with clean water and immediately consult a doctor. If fluid contacts skin or clothing, rinse immediately with water. Stop using the instrument if the battery has leaked.

Use the dedicated charger (CM-A237) to charge the lithium-ion battery. Using different charging conditions or an unspecified charger may cause the battery to leak, overheat, or catch fire.

When disposing of the lithium-ion battery, use tape or other material to electrically insulate the contacts. Contact with other metals may cause the lithium-ion battery to overheat, rupture, or catch fire. Dispose of the battery according to local regulations or recycle it.

Do not place the instrument on an unstable or sloping surface, as doing so may result in the instrument dropping or overturning, causing injury. Be careful not to drop the instrument when carrying it.

Take care not to pinch yourself on the areas of the instrument that open and close, as doing so may result in injury.

Do not use the instrument if the specimen measuring port (measurement area) is in the line of sight, as doing so may result in injury to the eye.

Take sufficient care when handling the target mask with glass. The glass may crack, resulting in injury. When using a target mask with glass, use the wrist strap correctly.

When using the AC adapter, ensure that an AC outlet is located near the instrument and that the AC adapter plug can be connected to and disconnected easily.

When cleaning the instrument, unplug the AC adapter plug from the outlet to prevent electric shock.

Do not use any battery other than that specified for use with the instrument. When inserting a battery, insert it correctly according to the polarity display on the instrument. Fire, injury, or stains on surroundings may occur if the battery is damaged or leaking.

Do not use a wet lithium-ion battery, as doing so may cause the battery to rupture or overheat, which could result in fire or injury.

Be sure to keep all packing materials used for shipping the instrument (cardboard box, cushioning material, plastic bags, etc.). This instrument is a precision measuring instrument. When transporting the instrument to a service facility for maintenance or for other reasons, be sure to use the packing materials to minimize shock or vibration. If the packing materials are lost or damaged, contact an authorized service facility.

Be sure to use this instrument properly. Use of this instrument in ways other than those specified in this manual may result in risk of injury, electric shock, instrument damage, or other problems.

The AC adapter supplied as a standard accessory (AC-A305J/L/M) has been designed exclusively for indoor use. Outdoor use is prohibited.

This instrument is composed of precision electronic components. Never disassemble the instrument.

Always use the AC adapter supplied as a standard accessory (AC-A305J/L/M) and connect it to a 100 to 240 V (50/60 Hz) AC outlet. Use an AC power supply of the rated voltage (within +/-10%).

This instrument is a pollution level 2 product (equipment to be used primarily in manufacturing environments, laboratories, warehouses, and similar locations). This instrument should be used in environments where exposure to metallic dust or condensation is not a concern.

This instrument is an overvoltage category I product (equipment for connection to circuits in which measures are taken to limit transient overvoltage to an appropriately low level).

Take care to prevent foreign matter from entering the instrument. Using the instrument while subjected to intrusion of water or metals is extremely dangerous.

Using the instrument in direct sunlight or near heating equipment can cause the internal temperature of the instrument to become much higher than the ambient temperature, resulting in malfunction. Do not use the instrument in such areas.

Avoid subjecting the instrument to sudden temperature changes and condensation.

Do not use the instrument in areas where dust, smoke, or chemical gases are present, or in extremely humid environments.

This instrument should be used in an environment with an ambient temperature between 5 degrees Celsius and 40 degrees Celsius and maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 35 degrees Celsius decreasing linearly to 62% relative humidity at 40 degrees Celsius with no condensation. Use of the instrument outside this range will result in unsatisfactory performance.

Do not use the instrument at altitudes higher than 2,000 m.

Do not use the instrument near equipment that produces a strong magnetic field (such as speakers).

This instrument complies with Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use – EMC(Electromagnetic Compatibility) requirements – Part 1: General requirements (EU Harmonized Standards EN 61326-1:2021). Conformity verification is performed under KONICA MINOLTA’s test conditions in an INDUSTRIAL ELECTROMAGNETIC ENVIRONMENT specified in the relevant harmonized standards. The limit of performance degradation when subjected to continuous disturbance during immunity testing is up to twice KONICA MINOLTA’s repeatability specifications (ΔE*ab, GU). (GU:CM-26dG only).

To secure the instrument for use, make sure the instrument is firmly attached with no possibility of falling off. Failure to do so may result in harm to the instrument or people and objects around the instrument.

Do not subject the instrument to strong vibrations or impacts.

Do not pull, forcibly bend, or apply excessive force to the connected cables and cords. Doing so may cause the cable or cord to break.

Do not allow the specimen measuring port of the instrument to become dirty or subject the aperture to impact. Place the instrument on the calibration stage when not in use.

If the instrument is exposed to strong external static electricity, the LCD may go blank or fail to display information correctly. Communication with a connected external device may also be interrupted. In such cases, turn the power OFF and then ON again. If black smudges appear on the LCD, wait until they disappear naturally.

When turning the power OFF and then ON again, wait several seconds after turning the power OFF before turning the power ON again.

The instrument should be connected to a power source with as little noise as possible.

When a malfunction or abnormal behavior occurs, turn the power OFF immediately, disconnect the AC adapter plug from the AC outlet, and refer to troubleshooting information in this manual.

Should the instrument break down, do not try to disassemble and repair the instrument. Contact an authorized service facility.

Various settings are stored in the instrument’s built-in battery-powered backup memory. The backup battery will be charged when the instrument is powered or when the lithium-ion battery is being charged, regardless of whether the power switch is turned ON/OFF. The backup battery takes 20 hours to become fully charged, and there is no danger of overcharging. At full charge, the backup battery can store data for up to one year. However, the backup battery may not be fully charged when the instrument is purchased. The backup battery will charge as the instrument is being used.

Do not attempt to replace the built-in backup battery. The battery should only be replaced by KONICA MINOLTA. To replace the backup battery, please contact an authorized service facility.

The calibration data for the calibration plate was measured at 23 degrees Celsius. To achieve the highest accuracy when measuring absolute values, calibration and measurement should be performed at 23 degrees Celsius.

Do not allow the calibration plate to become scratched or dirty.

When the calibration plate is not in use, be sure to close the cap so that the plate is not exposed to light.

Make sure that the power is turned OFF when the instrument is not in use.

This instrument should be used with the lithium-ion battery installed. You cannot use the instrument connected to the AC adapter only.

Make sure the AC adapter output plug is not short-circuited. Doing so may cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not connect the AC adapter to an overloaded electrical circuit. In addition, do not wrap or cover the AC adapter with cloth or other material while in use. Doing so may cause an electric shock or fire.

When removing the AC adapter from the instrument, first remove the power cord from the outlet, and then remove the output plug.

Use only the standard accessory lithium-ion battery or the optional accessory lithium-ion battery CM-A235 (RRC1120). Absolutely do not use any other type of battery.

The battery in the instrument will be charged from the power supplied through the USB cable regardless of whether the instrument is turned ON or OFF.

The battery is not charged upon purchase and must therefore be charged.

The battery takes about 6 hours to become fully charged. There is no need to worry about overcharging.

The lithium-ion battery will self-discharge. The battery will become unusable due to over discharging if left for a long period. Charge the battery for at least one hour using the instrument or an optional battery charger at least semiannually.

After using up the lithium-ion battery, do not leave it uncharged.

Charging should be performed at between 5 and 40 degrees Celsius. Charging will not be performed outside this temperature range.

If the lithium-ion battery will not be used for a long period, remove the battery from the instrument and store it in a location not subject to high temperatures or high humidity.

Storing the instrument in direct sunlight or near heating equipment can cause the internal temperature of the instrument to become much higher than the ambient temperature, resulting in malfunction. Do not store the instrument in such areas.

This instrument should be stored at a temperature between 0 degrees Celsius and 45 degrees Celsius with a relative humidity of 80% or less (at 35 degrees Celsius) and no condensation. Storing the instrument in an environment with high temperatures and high humidity will result in unsatisfactory performance. Storing the instrument together with the drying agent at or near room temperature is recommended.

Make sure that the instrument is not subjected to condensation when stored. In addition, take care to prevent rapid temperature changes to prevent condensation from occurring when transporting the instrument to the storage location.

Do not store the instrument in areas where dust, smoke, or chemical gases are present. Doing so may cause deterioration in performance or a malfunction.

Do not leave the instrument inside the cab or trunk of a vehicle. Otherwise, the temperature and/or humidity may exceed the allowable range for storage, resulting in a malfunction.

Dust inside the specimen measuring port may prevent accurate measurements from being performed. When the instrument is not in use, cover the measuring port to prevent the intrusion of dust and the like.

The calibration plate may become discolored if left exposed to light. Therefore, make sure to close the cap when the plate is not in use in order to prevent the plate from being exposed to light.

When not in use, store the instrument in the packing used for shipment or in the optional hard case and keep it in a safe place.

Take care not to pinch yourself on the areas of the protective hard case that open and close. Doing so may cause injury.

If the instrument becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. Never use organic solvents (such as naphtha or thinner) or other chemicals for cleaning.

If there is dust or dirt on the lens or the receptor window, use a blower or the like to blow it off. Never use organic solvents (such as naphtha or thinner) or other chemicals for cleaning.

If the calibration plate becomes dirty, gently wipe the dirt off using the supplied cleaning cloth. If the dirt is excessive, wipe with a cleaning cloth slightly moistened with ethanol. If the cleaning cloth is dirty, clean the cloth by washing it.

If you are unable to remove dirt from the instrument through the above procedure, or if the instrument becomes scratched, contact an authorized service facility.

If the specimen measuring port of the instrument becomes dirty, contact an authorized service facility.

When transporting the instrument, be sure to use the packing materials to minimize shock or vibration.

When sending the instrument in for service, package and send the instrument and all accessories.

To maintain measurement accuracy, the instrument should be inspected once a year. For information on inspection, contact the nearest authorized service facility.

Make sure that the instrument, all accessories (including any used batteries), and the packing materials are either disposed of or recycled correctly in accordance with local laws and regulations.

In the United States and Canada, you can recycle your lithium-ion battery through the Call2Recycle program.

The standard accessories available with the instrument are:

AC Adapter AC-A305J/L/M (UBX305): Used to supply power from an AC outlet to the instrument. Input: 100 to 240 V 50/60 Hz 0.15 A, Output: 5 V 1 A.

Lithium-Ion Battery CM-A235 (RRC1120): Insert the battery into the instrument and connect to the AC adapter or a computer using the IF-A28 USB cable to charge. The battery itself can also be charged using a separately sold charger.

Calibration Stage: CM-A274 (for CM-26dG), CM-A275 (for CM-26d), CM-A276 (for CM-25d). Used to perform calibration.

Wrist Strap CR-A73: Used to prevent users from inadvertently dropping the instrument.

USB Cable (2 m) IF-A28: Used to connect the instrument to a computer. When using the AC adapter, power will be supplied through the cable.

Target Mask: During reflectance measurement with the CM-26d only, attaching an MAV or SAV target mask according to the set measurement area allows users to change the specimen measuring port size according to the specimen.

Optional accessories include:

Flat Type Battery Cover CM-A218: Used when the measurement surface of a target specimen is lower than the bottom surface of the instrument.

Cleaning Cloth (* CM-26dG only): Used to clean the calibration plate.

Stapler Type Target Mask CM-A268: Used for easily determining the measurement area when performing color measurements.

Target Sheet: Used to change the target sheet opening according to the main body target mask diameter. Attach the sheet to the stapler type target mask for use.

Hard Case CM-A267: Used for transporting the instrument and accessories.

Target Mask (MAV; w/ glass) CM-A277: Used to protect the inside of the specimen measuring port when measuring in direct contact with powders or in an environment where the inside of the specimen measuring port may be affected by dust or liquid. Cannot be used with the CM-26dG.

Replacement lithium-ion battery CM-A235 (RRC1120): This battery is a replacement for the standard lithium-ion battery.

WLAN / Bluetooth module CM-A300: Used for establishing wireless communication and transferring data between the instrument and a computer or a printer.

Color Data Software SpectraMagic NX2: A PC software used to control the instrument and manage data from a computer.

Charger CM-A237 (RRC-SCC 1120): Used as the dedicated charger to charge the lithium-ion battery. An AC adapter for charging is included.

Color Plates (White, black, and 12 other colors): Used for simple diagnosis of instrument measurement performance (instrumental errors and repeatability).

Viewfinder (Specimen confirmation window): Used to confirm the measurement location of the specimen by opening the shutter.

Viewfinder lever: This lever opens the specimen confirmation window.

LCD screen: Displays setting items, measurement results and messages.

Control panel: Used to switch screens or select/determine/save setting items.

Charging lamp: Lights up orange when charging via USB power. When charging is complete, the lamp will turn green.

Power switch: Used to turn ON/OFF power. The instrument switches between ON/OFF every time the power switch is pressed.

USB connection terminal (Mini-B type): Used to connect the instrument to a computer with the supplied USB cable (IF-A28).

Wrist strap attachment hole: Used to attach the wrist strap.

Measurement button: Used to perform measurement. A measurement button can be found on both the right and left sides of the instrument. Either button can be used for measurement.

Sample surface aperture: This is the aperture for measuring samples.

Measurement area switch: Switches the measurement area. The CM-25d does not include this switch.

Mounting screw holes for accessories: Used to mount accessories.

Battery cover: Slide this cover open to replace the battery or to attach the WLAN / Bluetooth module.

Use a blower to blow off any dust on the inclined surface inside the zero calibration hole. In addition, direct cleaning with the blower can be performed by removing the cover. If the dirt does not come off easily, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in ethanol. In such cases, be careful not to leave behind fingerprints or the like.

If the white calibration plate or the gloss calibration plate becomes dirty, gently wipe the dirt off using the cleaning cloth included as a standard accessory.

If the dirt on the white calibration plate or the gloss calibration plate does not come off easily, wipe using a cloth soaked in ethanol.

When a part other than the calibration plate becomes dirty, lightly wipe the dirt off with a cloth dampened with water or soapy water.

Be careful not to scratch the calibration plate.

Never use solvents such as thinner or naphtha.

Scratches or dirt on the white calibration plate or the gloss calibration plate may affect measurement values.

For CM-26dG:

Use a blower to blow off dirt or dust on the target mask.

If the dirt on the outside surface of the target mask does not come off easily, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in ethanol.

Do not touch the painted surface of the integrating sphere.

For CM-26d, -25d, MAV target mask (with glass):

Use a blower to blow off dirt or dust on the target mask.

If the dirt on the outside or inside surface of the target mask does not come off easily, remove the target mask from the instrument, and wipe the target mask using a soft cloth soaked in ethanol.

Take sufficient care when handling the target mask with glass. The glass of the target mask may become cracked, resulting in injury.

Remove any iron on magnets of the target mask mounting surface.

Use a blower to blow off dust or dirt inside the integrating sphere.

Do not touch the white-coated inner surface of the integrating sphere, wipe it with a cloth or put an object inside it. If the target mask is dirty, and the dirt cannot be removed by a blower or the like, contact an authorized service facility.

When first turning the instrument ON after purchasing, the language setting screen will be displayed. Please select the language. The language selection menu can be displayed by turning ON the instrument while holding down [MENU].

The display language can be selected from 11 languages including English.

The [Target/Sample] key switches between the screen and screen.

The [MENU] key displays the screen.

The [ESC] key returns to the previous screen without configuring the settings when pressed on the screen, and returns to list screen when pressed on the sample details screen.

The [◀, ▶, ▲, ▼] keys switch screen tabs from the screen, move the cursor on the screen, or change the selected value.

The [Confirmation] key sets the item or setting indicated by the cursor on the various setting screens. This key also switches to detail screens for data selected in the list displayed on the screen.

Data used with this instrument are saved automatically within the instrument.

Turn the Power ON.

Perform language selection as necessary (after initialization, etc.).

Set Measurement conditions.

Select Measurement area (when required depending on measurement conditions).

Perform Zero calibration (only when required, e.g., when changing measurement conditions).

Perform White calibration.

Perform Gloss calibration (* CM-26dG only).

If color difference is measured:

Set Color difference target by opening the screen, selecting the target number, and measuring the color difference target.

Set Pass/fail judgment criteria.

Perform Measurement by opening the screen and measuring the sample.

End.

For simple mode, turn the Power ON, skip the initial calibration screen, and when “Change to simple mode?” appears, select “Yes.” Then, perform Measurement (Simple Mode). Configure measurement/observation conditions and perform calibration as necessary.

The wrist strap attaching position is on the side of the instrument, near the USB connection terminal.

Turn the power OFF by operating the power switch.

Slide open the battery cover on the bottom of the instrument.

Rotate the battery retainer and insert the lithium-ion battery. Follow the indications in the battery compartment to avoid confusing the battery polarity.

Slide the battery cover to close it.

Do not touch or short-circuit the terminals in the battery compartment. Doing so may damage the instrument.

Open the connector’s protective cover, and connect the USB cable to the USB port on the instrument. Fully insert the connector and ensure the connection is secure.

Connect the USB cable to the AC adapter, and then connect the AC adapter plug to a 100 to 240 VAC (50/60 Hz) power outlet.

The lithium-ion battery must always be installed, even when using external power.

To supply AC power to the instrument, always use the AC adapter (AC-A305J/L/M) supplied with the instrument.

Firmly push the AC adapter power plug or USB cable completely into the outlet.

Powering the instrument from the USB cable will charge the installed lithium-ion battery. While the battery is charging, the charging lamp on the instrument’s panel will light up orange. When charging is complete, the lamp will turn green.

To turn the power ON, with the power OFF, press and hold the power switch for about 1 second. The power will turn ON.

When first turning the instrument ON after purchasing, the language setting screen will be displayed, followed by the date and time setting screen. Configure the settings according to the relevant sections in the manual.

To turn the power OFF, press and hold the power switch for about 1 second. The power will turn OFF after the settings have been saved.

When powered by the battery, the instrument will turn OFF automatically after 5 minutes of inactivity. Due to data protection within the instrument, powering down may take several seconds to several tens of seconds.

Use the measurement area switch on the bottom of the instrument to set the measurement area to MAV or SAV.

MAV: Measurement area of 8 mm (10×7 mm with gloss measurement).

SAV: Measurement area of 3 mm.

The selected measurement area can be checked on the status bar displayed on the screen.

The screen displays Sample data (Use ◀ or ▶ to switch tabs).

ΔL* axis (color difference graph).

Δa* axis (color difference graph).

Δb* axis (color difference graph).

Color difference tolerance.

Measurement point: Plotted with a light-blue circle (○).

Color difference target measurement point: This is the origin point of the graph.

The measuring point will not be shown on the graph when no color difference target is set for the sample data.

The screen displays Sample data (Use ◀ or ▶ to switch tabs).

Axis of spectral reflectance.

Spectral graph of sample (SCI): Shown with a solid black line.

Spectral graph of sample (SCE): Shown with a solid blue line.

The List Screen displays:

Sample No.

Date and time of the measurement.

Pseudocolor expressing the sample data is displayed.

Every time the [ESC] key is pressed, the screen is switched between the detail screen and list screen.

Measurement can be performed on either the detail screen or list screen.

Press [ESC] to skip the calibration displayed immediately after turning the power ON.

When “Change to simple mode?” appears on the screen, select “Yes”.

Alternatively, set “Simple mode” under – . Press the [Target/Sample] key or the [ESC] key to switch to the Simple Measurement screen.

Press the measurement button.

Press the measurement button.

Data is not saved when measuring in Simple mode.

Opacity mode cannot be selected while in Simple mode. In addition, Simple mode cannot be selected while in Opacity mode.

Press the measurement button to continue measuring color differences. To change the target, press [Target/Sample] to measure the target again.

To exit Simple mode, turn the instrument OFF or select “Normal” under [MENU] – – .

The screen allows the following operations for the sample:

Print data: Print the current sample with the printer.

Edit name: Name the sample.

Data management:

Delete data: Delete the selected sample.

Set Sample as Target: Set sample as target data.

Change Target reference: Change target reference.

Change list position: Jump to the specified sample.

Delete all data: Delete all samples.

Auto target: During measurement, the color difference target with the smallest color difference value is automatically selected.

To access, press [MENU], and then use [◀] or [▶] to display the screen. To return to the previous screen, press [MENU] or [ESC].

The instrument must be connected to the serial printer in advance.

Display the sample to be printed on the screen in advance.

If a proper connection is not established, printing will not be possible.

Even if the printer is connected correctly, printing may not be possible under some circumstances, such as if the printer is turned OFF when printing.

To start, from the screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Print data”, and then press the [Confirmation] key to display the screen. Printing will begin from the connected printer.

When printing is complete, the screen returns to the screen.

The screen is displayed even when data will not be printed properly due to an improper printer connection or other problem.

Display the name of the sample to be edited on the screen in advance.

To start, from the screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Edit name”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [▲]/[▼] or [◀]/[▶] to move the cursor between characters, and then press the [Confirmation] key. Up to 30 characters can be used. The selected character is displayed in the text box. If the name is obtained from the barcode reader, the name will be set as the name for the sample.

Repeat the previous step until the necessary characters have been entered. To delete the character to the left of the cursor in the text box, move the cursor to [×] and press the [Confirmation] key.

After inputting the characters, move the cursor to [OK] and press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed during configuration, or if the cursor is moved to “Cancel” and the [Confirmation] key is pressed, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Display the sample to be deleted on the screen in advance.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Delete data”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [◀] or [▶] to move the cursor to “OK” and press the [Confirmation] key to delete.

When data is deleted, the subsequent sample data numbers will be reassigned, reducing each by one.

When the deletion is complete, the screen returns to the screen.

Moving the cursor to “Cancel” and pressing the [Confirmation] key will cancel the deletion, and the screen will return to the screen.

Display the sample to be set as the target on the screen in advance.

Color difference targets are stored with setting numbers from 0001 to 2500 being assigned. Even if the data at some point is deleted, these setting numbers do not change. It is useful to group data by assigning numbers of specific digits.

To set more accurate color difference target data, use average measurement to measure the target specimen.

Unlike with samples, the numbers assigned to color difference target data do not change automatically. When measuring colors continuously to set color difference targets, the cursor must be moved manually to set each data.

This function cannot be used if the target is protected or if the filter is enabled.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Set Sample as Target”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

The target data number being used will be displayed. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the color difference target number, and then press the [Confirmation] key. When the target data is set, the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the screen will return to the screen.

If a number to which color difference target data has already been set is selected, a message is displayed to confirm overwriting. Use [◀] or [▶] to select “OK”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. Moving the cursor to “Cancel” and pressing the [Confirmation] key will cancel the deletion, and the screen will return to the screen.

Display the sample for which the target reference is to be changed on the screen in advance.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Change Target reference”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

If a target with different measurement conditions is specified, an error message will be displayed. Change to a target with the same measurement conditions.

The target data number being used will be displayed. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the color difference target number, and then press the [Confirmation] key. When the target data is set, the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed, the target changes will not be applied and the screen will return to the screen.

If a number to which no color difference target data has been set, the target will be determined as “None” and the color difference and pass/fail judgment will not be displayed.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Change list position”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

▲ and ▼ will be displayed above and below the data number. Use [▲] or [▼] to specify a value. Use [◀] or [▶] to move between digits.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Numbers with no measurement data cannot be selected.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Delete all data”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [◀] or [▶] to move the cursor to “OK” and press the [Confirmation] key to delete all data.

When the deletion is complete, the screen returns to the screen.

Moving the cursor to “Cancel” and pressing the [Confirmation] key will cancel the deletion of all data, and the screen will return to the screen.

During measurement, the color difference target with the smallest color difference value is automatically selected. Color difference targets with a smaller color difference value than the preset threshold are displayed in ascending order from the target with the smallest color difference. The color difference target to use can be selected from among the displayed targets. If only one color difference target has a color difference value less than the threshold, that color difference target will be automatically selected.

The color difference is calculated using the color difference equation set for the instrument.

Do not use this function to manage the color difference from a specific target.

This function is not applied to sample data obtained before the function was turned ON.

To start, from the screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Auto Target”, and then press the [Confirmation] key to display the screen.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “ON” or “OFF”.

ON: The automatic target selection function will be used.

OFF: The automatic target selection function will not be used.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

The threshold to be used for the automatic target selection function is set.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Threshold”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

▲ and ▼ are displayed above and below the number to be set. Use [▲] or [▼] to specify a value. The range is 0.01 to 9.99.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

With this instrument, tolerances can be set for the color difference target of the sample to perform judgment.

If the measured color difference is outside the tolerances set for the color difference target, the value will be highlighted in red to indicate that the judgment result is “Fail”.

By setting the warning level, even if the sample does not exceed the tolerance, that item will be highlighted with the warning color and a warning will be issued if the sample nears the tolerance.

Both maximum and minimum tolerances can be set for each color difference target.

Pass/fail judgments based on tolerances are displayed as follows:

Display when all color differences and gloss value differences do not exceed or near the tolerance:

“PASS” is printed in the print output. The pass mark and “Pass” are displayed.

Display when any color difference or gloss value difference nears the tolerance:

“WARN” is printed in the print output, and “w” is appended after any value near the tolerance. “Warning” is displayed, and the mark changes to yellow.

Display when any color difference or gloss value difference exceeds the tolerance:

“FAIL” is printed in the print output, and “×” is appended after any value that exceeds the tolerance. An orange fail mark and “Fail” are displayed.

If no relevant target data has been set, no color difference value or pass/fail mark will be displayed.

Before using this function, the tolerances must be set.

The default judgment criteria is set before judgment criteria for each target is set.

The tolerance setting items are the same as those for the color space or index currently selected for the observation conditions.

The optional Color Data Software “SpectraMagic NX2” allows for easy configuration and use of judgment criteria.

Display the target to be set in advance before moving to .

To measure the color difference between two specimens, the color of one of the specimens must be set as the color difference target. This instrument can store up to 1,000 targets and 5,100 samples.

Color difference target data is stored with setting numbers from 0001 to 1000 being assigned. Even if the data at some point is deleted, these setting numbers do not change. It is useful to group data by assigning numbers of specific digits.

To set more accurate color difference target data, use average measurement to measure the target specimen.

Be sure to perform white calibration before setting color difference targets.

To ensure measurement accuracy, make sure to keep ambient conditions (temperature, etc.) constant.

The screen allows the following operations for target data:

Print data: Print the current target data with the printer.

Edit name: Name the target data.

Data management:

Delete data: Delete the selected target data.

Set group: Configure the target group.

Change list position: Jump to the specified target data.

Edit Target filter: Displays the target data that meets the specified conditions.

Protect data: Protects all target data. New measurements are still possible.

Delete all data: Deletes all of the target data.

Input Colorimetric data: Set the target by numerical input.

To access, press [MENU], and then use [◀] or [▶] to display the screen. To return to the previous screen, press [MENU] or [ESC].

The instrument must be connected to the serial printer in advance.

Display the target to be printed on the screen in advance.

If a proper connection is not established, printing will not be possible.

Even if the printer is connected correctly, printing may not be possible under some circumstances, such as if the printer is turned OFF when printing.

To start, from the screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Print data”, and then press the [Confirmation] key to display the screen. Printing will begin from the connected printer.

When the printing is complete, the screen returns to the screen.

The screen is displayed even when data will not be printed properly due to an improper printer connection or other problem.

To start, from the screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Edit name”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [▲]/[▼] or [◀]/[▶] to move the cursor between characters, and then press the [Confirmation] key. Up to 30 characters can be used. The selected character is displayed in the text box.

Repeat the previous step until the necessary characters have been entered. To delete the character to the left of the cursor in the text box, move the cursor to [×] and press the [Confirmation] key.

After inputting the characters, move the cursor to [OK] and press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed during configuration, or if the cursor is moved to “Cancel” and the [Confirmation] key is pressed, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Display the target to be deleted on the screen in advance.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Delete data”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [◀] or [▶] to move the cursor to “OK” and press the [Confirmation] key to delete.

Even if deletion is performed, numbers do not shift upward. That number for that measurement is instead left blank.

When the deletion is complete, the screen returns to the screen.

Moving the cursor to “Cancel” and pressing the [Confirmation] key will cancel the deletion, and the screen will return to the screen.

In order to facilitate classification of targets into groups, up to five groups to which data should be categorized can be configured. After the targets have been registered to a group, the filtering function can be used to display only the selected target data.

No group name is set when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

If a new target is measured, the measurement will be assigned to the appropriate group according to the default settings.

Display the group of the target to be set on the screen in advance.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Set group”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

The currently selected group numbers and names will be displayed in the upper table. The group is set by default when the target is measured. The cursor will appear in the lower area with group numbers. Configure the group name.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move to the cursor to the group number column to which the current target should be applied, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

Groups 01 through 50 can be set with up to 5 groups being available for registration.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to select the group value to which the target should be applied, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

Group names configured in advance through in accordance with group numbers are displayed.

Select “OK”. Selecting “Cancel” will cause the display to return to the screen without changing the settings.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Specifying target numbers allows for specified targets to be displayed without the need to scroll the screen.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Change list position”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

▲ and ▼ will be displayed above and below the data number. Use [▲] or [▼] to specify a value. Use [◀] or [▶] to move between digits.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Numbers with no measurement data cannot be selected.

The filter function makes searching for a target easier. The function allows only selected target data to be displayed by selecting only saved data or by selecting a group created in advance.

The Edit Target filter is set to “OFF” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Edit Target filter”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the desired item.

Settings:

OFF: All target data will be displayed.

only saved data: Displays only numbers for the saved target.

only group: Only targets that satisfy all of the group conditions displayed below are displayed. Select and press the [Confirmation] key to display the group selection screen. With the cursor on the group numbers, press the [Confirmation] key. Using [▲] or [▼] to select the group number displays the group name set for the default group. Press the [Confirmation] key to confirm, move to [OK], and press the [Confirmation] key to return to the screen.

Press the [Confirmation] key. (With [OFF] and [only saved data]). The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Data protection can be specified so that the saved target settings will not be deleted or changed by accident. When the data protection is set, some menu options relating to the target cannot be selected, and target overwrite measurement cannot be performed.

Protect data is set to “OFF” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Protect data”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the desired item.

Settings:

OFF: Do not protect any data.

ON: Protect all data.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen. When protection is turned ON, the key icon indicating data protection is turned ON will be displayed in the status bar.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Delete all data”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [◀] or [▶] to move the cursor to “OK” and press the [Confirmation] key to delete all data.

When the deletion is complete, the screen returns to the screen.

Moving the cursor to “Cancel” and pressing the [Confirmation] key will cancel the deletion of all data, and the screen will return to the screen.

Edit the tolerance that will be used as the judgment criteria, and set the warning level and the parametric coefficient default value.

To start, from the screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Pass/Fail”, and then press the [Confirmation] key to display the screen.

Specify the tolerance used for pass/fail judgment of measured for each target.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Edit tolerance”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The tolerance list screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [▲]/[▼] and [◀]/[▶] to move the cursor to the item to set, and then press the [Confirmation] key to change the setting.

When the selected item is not currently checked, pressing the [Confirmation] key causes the item to be checked, after which the setting value can be changed.

Press [◀] or [▶] to move the cursor to the setting value area. Pressing the [Confirmation] key causes the cursor to appear on the value. Press [▲] or [▼] to change the value. Move the cursor between the digits of the value by pressing [◀] or [▶].

Settings:

x/y: -0.2000 to 0.2000

Equation/MI: 0.00 to 20.00

Other than the above: -20.00 to 20.00

Press the [Confirmation] key to confirm every time the setting of an item is changed.

After all settings have been configured, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “OK”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

Pressing the [ESC] while configuring the settings will prevent the settings on the currently opened screen from being applied and revert all settings to the previous condition.

Press [ESC] to return to the screen.

Select the index used for sample pass/fail judgment.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Tolerance list”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The available tolerances are displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

When the selected item is not currently checked, pressing the [Confirmation] key causes the item to be checked. When the selected item is currently checked, pressing the [Confirmation] key causes the item to be unchecked.

Up to 14 indexes can be selected.

After all settings have been configured, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “OK”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

Pressing the [ESC] while configuring the settings will prevent the settings on the currently opened screen from being applied and revert all settings to the previous condition.

Press [ESC] to return to the screen.

When a warning level is set, warnings will be displayed when the measured data nears but does not exceed the tolerance.

The warning level is set to “80%” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Warning level”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to change the value. Settings: 000 to 100%.

Press the [Confirmation] key after completing the changes. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed during configuration, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Specify the parametric coefficient used for pass/fail judgment of a sample for each target.

The parametric coefficient is set to “1.00” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Parametric coef.”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The edit screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set, and press the [Confirmation] key to change the setting.

Pressing the [Confirmation] key causes the cursor to appear on the value. Press [▲] or [▼] to change the value. Move the cursor between the digits of the value by pressing [◀] or [▶].

Settings: 0.01 to 9.99.

Press the [Confirmation] key to confirm every time the setting of an item is changed.

After all settings have been configured, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “OK”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If SCI+SCE is set for “Specular Component” under , use [◀] or [▶] to switch between SCI and SCE.

If [ESC] is pressed during setup, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Press [ESC] to return to the screen.

Set the target by numerical input.

Select or specify the following items as the Input Colorimetric data:

Color space: XYZ / L*a*b* / Hunter Lab

Input Data: Enter the numeric value of the color space set above

To start, from the screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Input Colorimetric data”, and then press the [Confirmation] key to display the screen.

Specify which color space to input the colorimetric data.

The color space is set to “L*a*b*” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Color space”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The selection screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set. Settings: XYZ color space, L*a*b* color space, Hunter Lab color space.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed during configuration, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Create the color values for the color space selected in “Input Colorimetric data”-“Color space”.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Input Data”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The Input data list screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set, and press the [Confirmation] key to change the setting.

Press [◀] or [▶] to move the cursor to the setting value area. Pressing the [Confirmation] key causes the cursor to appear on the value. Press [▲] or [▼] to change the value. Move the cursor between the digits of the value by pressing [◀] or [▶].

Settings:

X.Y.Z: 0.01 ~ +300.000

L*: 0.00 ~ +300.000

a*.b*: -300.00 ~ +300.00

L: 0.00 ~ +300.000

a.b: -300.00 ~ +300.00

Press the [Confirmation] key to confirm every time the setting of an item is changed.

After all settings have been configured, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “OK”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If SCI+SCE is set for “Specular Component” under , use [◀] or [▶] to switch between SCI and SCE.

If you press the [ESC] key during setting, the setting value of the open screen is return to the value before the change.

Press [ESC] to return to the screen.

If the selected target data number is already linked to the opacity-measured sample data, it cannot be registered. Delete the linked opacity data or change the selected target data number.

If you change Observer / Illuminant after entering input data, the target data value is written as “—“.

This instrument allows pass/fail judgment criteria to be set for individual color difference target data. Until such judgment criteria are set, the instrument is set with the default tolerance. Users can edit the tolerance that will be used as the judgment criteria as well as edit the warning level and the parametric coefficient default value.

When a new target is measured, the default settings are initially applied.

The default judgment criteria is set before judgment criteria for each target is set.

Changing the default judgment criteria after the judgment criteria has already been set for individual targets, the judgment criteria specified for these targets will not be changed.

The optional Color Data Software “SpectraMagic NX2” allows for easy configuration and use of judgment criteria.

To start, from the measurement screen, press [MENU], and then use [◀] or [▶] to display the screen.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Default data setup”, and then press the [Confirmation] key to display the screen.

Select the default index used for sample pass/fail judgment.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Tolerance list”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The available tolerances are displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

When the selected item is not currently checked, pressing the [Confirmation] key causes the item to be checked. When the selected item is currently checked, pressing the [Confirmation] key causes the item to be unchecked.

Up to 14 indexes can be selected.

After all settings have been configured, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “OK”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

Pressing the [ESC] while configuring the settings will prevent the settings on the currently opened screen from being applied and revert all settings to the previous condition.

Press [ESC] to return to the screen.

The default tolerance is set to the following values when the instrument is shipped from the factory: Lower limit: -1.00 / Upper limit: 1.00; Δx, Δy Lower limit: -0.0100 / Upper limit: 0.0100.

To start, from the – screen, move the cursor to “Default tolerance”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The tolerance list screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [▲]/[▼] and [◀]/[▶] to move the cursor to the item to set, and then press the [Confirmation] key to change the setting.

When the selected item is not currently checked, pressing the [Confirmation] key causes the item to be checked, after which the setting value can be changed.

Press [◀] or [▶] to move the cursor to the setting value area. Pressing the [Confirmation] key causes the cursor to appear on the value. Press [▲] or [▼] to change the value. Move the cursor between the digits of the value by pressing [◀] or [▶].

Settings:

x/y: -0.2000 to 0.2000

Equation/MI: 0.00 to 20.00

Other than the above: -20.00 to 20.00, etc.

Press the [Confirmation] key to confirm every time the setting of an item is changed.

After all settings have been configured, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “OK”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If SCI+SCE is set for “Specular Component” under , use [◀] or [▶] to switch between SCI and SCE.

Press [ESC] to return to the screen.

The warning level is set to “80%” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Warning level”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to change the value. Settings: 000 to 100%.

Press the [Confirmation] key after completing the changes. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed during configuration, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

The parametric coefficient is set to “1.00” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Parametric coef.”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to be set, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The edit screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set, and press the [Confirmation] key to change the setting.

Pressing the [Confirmation] key causes the cursor to appear on the value. Press [▲] or [▼] to change the value. Move the cursor between the digits of the value by pressing [◀] or [▶].

Settings: 0.01 to 9.99.

Press the [Confirmation] key to confirm every time the setting of an item is changed.

After all settings have been configured, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “OK”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If SCI+SCE is set for “Specular Component” under , use [◀] or [▶] to switch between SCI and SCE.

If [ESC] is pressed during setup, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Press [ESC] to return to the screen.

No group name is set when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Set group”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

The currently selected group numbers and names will be displayed in the upper table. The group is set by default when the target is measured. The cursor will appear in the lower area with group numbers. Configure the group name.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the group number of the group to edit. Numbers with blank names have not yet been set as a group. Assigning a name will register the number as a group. Users can also edit the names of existing groups.

Groups 01 through 50 can be set with up to 5 groups being available for registration.

Check the box of the number to register to edit the name. The screen is displayed.

Checking the box registers the number to the table above, and when the target is measured, the number is automatically assigned to the affiliated group. To delete the information from the table, uncheck the box.

Use [▲]/[▼] or [◀]/[▶] to move the cursor between characters, and then press the [Confirmation] key. Up to 30 characters can be used. The selected character is displayed in the text box.

Repeat the previous step until the necessary characters have been entered. To delete the character to the left of the cursor in the text box, move the cursor to [×] and press the [Confirmation] key.

After inputting the characters, move the cursor to [OK] and press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed during configuration, or if the cursor is moved to “Cancel” and the [Confirmation] key is pressed, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Move the cursor to [OK] (located below 50, which is at the very bottom), and press the [Confirmation] key. The screen will return to the screen.

Be aware that failure to press the [Confirmation] key on [OK] will cancel all data. Proceed with caution.

This instrument requires measurement condition settings (measurement mode, average count, observer/illuminant, and display) to be configured before measurement can be started.

To set measurement conditions, select the setting from the menu. The following four items can be specified as the measurement conditions:

Measurement mode: Select the combination of colorimetry and gloss measurement.

Measurement setup: Specify the number of measurements for automatic and manual averaging.

Observer/Illuminant: Configure the two observers/illuminants.

Display cond.: Configure the display type, color space, color difference equation, and 14 custom display items.

To start, from the measurement screen, press [MENU], and then use [◀] or [▶] to display the menu screen.

To return to the previous screen, press [MENU] or [ESC].

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Measurement setup”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

After setting the measurement conditions, press the [ESC] to return to the previous screen.

Select a measurement mode.

The measurement mode is set to “Color & Gloss” when shipped from the factory.

To start, from the screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Measurement mode”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the desired measurement mode.

Settings:

Color & Gloss: Colorimetry + Gloss measurement (* CM-26dG only)

Color only: Colorimetry

Gloss only: Gloss measurement (* CM-26dG only)

Opacity: Opacity value measurement

Press the [Confirmation] key to confirm, and then press [ESC]. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the previous screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the previous screen.

The transparency and opacity of paper are displayed as numerical values. If the specimen is opaque, the value is determined only by the brightness of the specimen with no influence from the background, so the value for a white background will be the same as for a black background, and the opacity value (OP value) will be 100%.

Manual averaging and SMC measurement cannot be used in Opacity mode, and the measurement conditions are only SCI or SCE. SCI+SCE cannot be selected.

To measure in Opacity mode, the target must also be measured in Opacity mode. In addition, when measuring according to a specific international standard, the visual field and the light source must also be set according to the standard.

Select “Opacity” under – .

Press [ESC] on the menu screen to display the screen. From the sample screen, press [Target/Sample] key to display the screen.

Select a target measured beforehand in Opacity mode, or measure a new target in Opacity mode. Press the cancel button during the operation to return to the screen before measurement.

Press the cancel button during the operation to return to the screen before measurement.

When “Measurement will be performed with a white background. Proceed?” is displayed, press the [Confirmation] key or the Measurement button.

When “Measurement will be performed with a black background. Proceed?” is displayed, press the [Confirmation] key or the Measurement button.

The display can show Opacity value (OP value), Color difference value, White background L*a*b value, and Black background L*a*b value.

To set measurement options, select “Measurement setup” from the menu screen. Select or specify the following items as the measurement options:

Specular Component: SCI (incl. reflected light) / SCE (excl. reflected light) / Simultaneous SCI+SCE measurement

UV (100%/0%/100% + 0%/UVC): 100%: Measurement with a light source containing 100% UV components / 0%: Measurement with a light source containing no UV components / 100% + 0%: Simultaneous 100% + 0% measurement / UVC: UV control

Auto average (1 to 10): Specify the number of measurements for auto averaging.

Manual average (1 to 30): Specify the number of measurements for manual averaging.

Manual average option: Select the save method when performing manual averaging.

SMC average option: Select the save method when performing SMC average measurement. (When SMC function is ON)

SMC: Remove outliers beyond the threshold before performing measurement.

SMC Threshold: Set the threshold for SMC measurement.

SMC Times (3 to 10): Set the number of measurements to perform when performing SMC measurement.

To start, from the measurement screen, press [MENU], and then use [◀] or [▶] to display the menu screen.

To return to the previous screen, press [MENU] or [ESC].

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Measurement setup”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

After setting the measurement conditions, press the [ESC] to return to the previous screen.

Select the method for processing the sample specular reflection light.

The specular component is set to “SCI + SCE” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Specular Component”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

Settings:

SCI: Measurement using a light source that contains specular reflection light.

SCE: Measurement using a light source that does not contain specular reflection light.

SCI+SCE: Displays the results of both SCI and SCE measurements.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

This instrument is equipped with a UV 0% option as a UV-free light source (with all UV rays up to 390 nm eliminated). Select the UV level according to the type of fluorescent agent being measured and the measuring method specified by the standard being followed.

UV is set to “UV100%” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “UV”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

Settings:

UV100%: Measurement with a light source containing 100% UV components.

UV0%: Measurement with a light source containing no UV components.

UV100% + 0%: Simultaneous UV 100% + UV 0% measurement.

UVC: UV control available.

UVC (UV control) is available only on firmware version 1.10 or later.

The UV control setting is configured using the optional Color Data Software SpectraMagic NX2. The setting is displayed and available only when output UV coefficients have been downloaded.

UV100% + 0% can only be used when the specular component is set to SCI or SCE.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Specify the number of measurements for auto averaging. Every time the measurement button is pressed, the average of the data obtained from the specified number of continuous measurements is determined as sample data.

“1” is set as the number of measurements for automatic averaging when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Auto average”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

▲ and ▼ will be displayed above and below the count in the count selection. Use [▲] or [▼] to specify a value.

Settings: 1 to 10 times. Specify the number of measurements, from 1 to 10, to perform when using auto averaging.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Specify the number of measurements for manual averaging. The average of the data obtained from the measurements conducted by pressing the measurement button the specified number of times is determined as sample data.

“1” is set as the number of measurements for manual averaging when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Manual average”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

▲ and ▼ will be displayed above and below the count in the count selection. Use [▲] or [▼] to specify a value.

Settings: 1 to 30 times. Specify the number of measurements, from 1 to 30, to perform when using manual averaging.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

With manual average measurement, measurement is performed for the configured number of times the measurement button is pressed, and the average value of those measurements is saved as a single measurement. Selecting “Undo” after a measurement allows users to perform the previous measurement again.

After the set number of measurements has been performed, the average can be saved by selecting “Save”. To save the average automatically after the set number of measurements has been performed, select “Auto save” under “Measurement cond.” – “Measurement setup” – “Manual average option”.

The SMC (Statistical Measurement Control) function acquires the average using values that minimize variations in the measured data.

SMC is set to “OFF” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “SMC”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to the item to set, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

Settings: OFF, ON.

Setting the SMC function to ON will disable manual averaging.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Sets the threshold to be used for the sample SMC function.

The SMC threshold is set to “0.4” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

For the threshold value, enter a value equivalent to the desired σΔE*ab for the average measurement data group (average data entries set on P.98).

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “SMC Threshold”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

▲ and ▼ are displayed above and below the number to be set. Use [▲] or [▼] to specify a value.

Settings: 0.01 to 9.99.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

Sets the number of measurements to perform when performing SMC average measurement. The average of the data obtained from the measurements conducted by pressing the measurement button several times is determined. The maximum number of measurements at this time is specified number in the setting + four times.

“3” is set as the number of measurements for SMC averaging when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

To start, from the – screen, use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “SMC Times”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

▲ and ▼ will be displayed above and below the count in the count selection. Use [▲] or [▼] to specify a value.

Settings: 3 to 10 times.

Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the screen.

If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the screen.

With SMC average measurement, measurement is performed for the configured number of measurements, and the average value of those measurements is saved as a single measurement.

After the set number of measurements has been performed, the average can be saved by selecting “Save”. To save the average automatically after the set number of measurements has been performed, select “Auto save” under “Measurement cond.” – “Measurement setup” – “SMC average option”.

To set observation conditions, select “Observer/Illuminant” from the menu screen. The following two observer/illuminant settings can be configured for the observation conditions:

Observer/Illuminant 1: Select the observer/illuminant used to measure the colorimetric value.

Observer/Illuminant 2: Select the secondary illuminant used for MI (metamerism index) calculation, etc.

To start, from the measurement screen, press [MENU], and then use [◀] or [▶] to display the menu screen.

To return to the previous screen, press [MENU] or [ESC].

Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Observer/Illuminant”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The screen is displayed.

After setting the observer/illuminant, press [ESC] to return to the previous screen.