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Pantone X-Rite eXact 2 User Manual

Pantone X-Rite eXact 2
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Pantone X-Rite eXact 2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ConnectivityUSB, Bluetooth
BatteryRechargeable Lithium-ion
Spectral Range400 nm to 700 nm
Spectral Resolution10 nm
Color SpaceCIE XYZ, CIE Lab, CIE LCH, CIE LUV, RGB, CMYK
Measurement Geometry45°/0° or 0°/45°
DisplayColor LCD
WeightApprox. 300 g (10.6 oz)
Aperture Sizes1.5 mm, 2 mm, 4 mm, 6 mm
Measurement ModesReflectance
Measurement AreaVariable based on aperture
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to 60°C
Inter-Instrument AgreementΔE*ab 0.15 average, 0.4 maximum

Summary

Regulatory Compliance

CE Declaration of Conformity

Declares conformity with EU harmonization legislation including RED, EMC, LVD, and RoHS.

USA FCC Compliance

Details FCC compliance for Class B digital devices and USA contact information.

Canada Compliance

Lists Canadian compliance statements for ICES-003 and NMM-003 (B).

Introduction and Setup

Device Components and Connections

Describes key components like the power button, brake button, and connection ports.

Battery Charging and Power Supply

Guides users on charging the battery pack and connecting the power supply.

Software Installation and Requirements

Details system requirements and installation steps for the eXact 2 Suite software.

User Interface Navigation

eXact 2 Menu and Tools

Outlines the main tools (Density, Color, Jobs, My Tool) and utilities within the eXact 2 menu.

Initial Setup Wizard

Guides users through the initial setup process for basic device configuration.

Core Measurement Tools

Density Measurement Tool

Explains the Density tool for measuring patch types, colors, and density settings.

Color Measurement Tool

Details the Color tool for measuring solid patches and using color libraries.

Jobs Management Tool

Covers managing print jobs, tolerances, and industry standard processes.

My Tool Customization

Allows users to create, edit, copy, and delete custom color tools.

Advanced Features and Utilities

PantoneLIVE Integration

Details accessing and using PantoneLIVE color libraries with the device.

Device Calibration Process

Covers calibration settings and the process of calibrating the device for accuracy.

NetProfiler Device Optimization

Details how NetProfiler verifies and optimizes the device's performance.

Digital Loupe Manager

Manages images captured by the device's targeting system.

Scan Operation and Best Practices

Performing Color Bar Scan

Details the steps for accurately scanning color bars on samples.

Scan Speed Guidelines

Provides feedback on scanning speed for optimal measurement results.

Appendices: Device Maintenance

Device Registration and Service

Guides on device registration, service, and warranty information.

Device Cleaning Procedures

Provides detailed instructions for cleaning the device's exterior, display, optics, and filters.

Replacing the Battery Pack

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Wi-Fi and Docking Station Problems

Addresses Wi-Fi connectivity issues and docking station charging problems.

Device Unresponsiveness and Communication Errors

Provides solutions for device unresponsiveness and communication errors.

Calibration and Measurement Errors

Offers solutions for calibration failures and inaccurate measurement results.

Resetting the Device

Technical Specifications Overview

Spectral Engine, Optics, and Measurement

Details specifications for the spectral engine, optics, and measurement conditions.

Operating Conditions and Interfaces

Specifies environmental ranges, data interfaces, and connectivity standards.

Color and Density Function Descriptions

Key Color Functions

Describes core color functions like Absolute Color Strength, BestMatch, and CIE color spaces.

Key Density Functions

Explains core density functions like Density, Density Trend, and G7 Graybalance.

Advanced Color and Density Analysis

Advanced Color Analysis Functions

Covers functions like Metamerism, Opacity, and Paper QC for color analysis.

Advanced Density Analysis Functions

Explains functions like Hue Error & Grayness, Inks QC, and Relative Color Strength.

Tone Value and Trapping Functions