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BYK spectro2guide User Manual

BYK spectro2guide
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BYK spectro2guide Specifications

General IconGeneral
Spectral Range400 - 700 nm
Spectral Resolution10 nm
Light SourceLED
Data InterfaceUSB
Measurement Area11 mm
Measurement Range0-200% reflectance
Measurement Time1 second
Inter-Instrument Agreement0.2 ΔE*ab
DisplayColor LCD
ConnectivityUSB, Bluetooth
Power SupplyRechargeable battery
Operating Conditions10-40°C, up to 85% relative humidity, non-condensing
Weight500 g
Measurement Geometry45/0 and d/8
Memory1000 measurements

Summary

Introduction to spectro2guide

1.1 For Your Safety

Familiarization with safety instructions, ergonomic hazards, and eye damage risks from LEDs.

1.2 Instrument Disposal Guidelines

Instructions for the professional disposal of the instrument as electrical equipment.

1.3 Exclusion of Liability

Details on liability limitations for instrument usage and disregard of intended use.

1.4 Copyright Information

Information on the copyright of the manual and rights of BYK-Gardner GmbH.

1.5 Declarations and Compliance

Statements of compliance with EU, FCC, IC, and Japanese regulations.

1.5.1 EU Declaration of Conformity

Statement of compliance with EU directives for electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage.

1.5.2 FCC Declaration (USA)

FCC compliance statement for Class A digital device, including RF exposure notice.

1.5.3 IC Declaration (Canada)

Industry Canada compliance statement for Class A digital apparatus and RF exposure notice.

1.5.4 Japanese Declaration

Declaration for specified radio equipment certified under Japanese Radio Law.

1.6 Intended Use of the Instrument

Description of the instrument's purpose for measuring color on surfaces and data connectivity.

Delivery Content of spectro2guide

Instrument Description

3.1 Instrument Parts Overview

Details the LED indicator and touchscreen display functions of the spectro2guide.

Getting Started with spectro2guide

4.1 System Diagram

Illustrates the system diagram of the instrument, docking station, and computer connection.

4.2 Docking Station Setup

Explains the function of the docking station for storing, charging, and calibrating the instrument.

4.2.1 Docking Station Operation

Provides steps to connect the docking station to power and computer for operation.

4.3 smart-chart Software

Introduces the smart-chart software for documenting, analyzing, and optimizing color data.

4.3.1 Installing smart-chart Software

Guides on downloading and installing the smart-chart software from the official website.

4.4 Instrument Charging

Details the two methods for charging the instrument: docking station and USB cable.

4.4.1 Charging via Docking Station

Details the process of charging the instrument using the docking station and LED indicators.

4.4.2 Charging via USB Cable

Explains how to charge the instrument using a USB cable and the display loading bar.

4.5 Main Menu Display

Displays the default icons on the instrument's touchscreen for navigation and functions.

4.5 Main Menu Additional Icons

Details two additional icons (Opacity, Organizer) that may appear based on software configuration.

4.6 Define Measurement Parameters

Guides on setting color system, equation, gloss, geometry, illumination, observer, and fluorescence.

Measure with spectro2guide

Context Menu for Measurements

Explains the context menu accessed via the hamburger icon for test series and geometry options.

5.1 Perform Standard Measurement

Guides on performing a standard measurement, including selecting or adding a standard.

5.2 Perform Difference Measurement

Details how to perform a difference measurement, including continuing or adding a test series.

5.3 Perform Quick Check

Guides on performing a quick check measurement on a standard and then a sample.

5.4 Perform Absolute Measurement

Instructions on performing an absolute measurement and saving the sample results.

5.5 Perform Opacity Measurement

Guides on performing an opacity measurement over a black surface and saving results.

5.6 Organizer Feature

Describes the organizer feature for predefining measurement sequences via smart-process software.

Browse and Delete Measurements

6.1 View Measurement Values

Guides on accessing and viewing stored measurement values by measurement type.

6.2 Delete Measurement Values

Explains that stored measurement values are deleted using the smart-chart software.

Configuration Settings

7.1 Calibrate Manually

Instructions for manually calibrating the instrument, using the white standard.

7.2 Connect with WiFi

Guides on connecting the instrument to a WiFi network, including entering the access key.

Technical Data

Color Specifications

Specifies aperture size, spectral range, repeatability, reproducibility, color systems, differences, indices, illuminants, and observer.

WLAN RF Specifications

Details frequency range, IEEE standards, modulation, transfer rate, max output, and antenna gain.

Service and Maintenance

General Service Information

Provides notices on damage from inserting objects, using acetone, and self-repair attempts.

Instrument Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the instrument with a soft cloth and propanol for dirt.

Standard Tile Cleaning

Guidelines for cleaning standard tiles to maintain measurement accuracy, recommending specific cloths.

Calibration and Repair Service

Describes BYK-Gardner's accredited service points for calibration, repair, and preventive maintenance.

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