Altana BYK color2view User manual

Operating Instructions
Benchtop Spectrophotometer
Measure what you see
color2view

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Table of Contents
1............................................................................................................................. 6
Introduction
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1.1 For Your Safety
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1.2 Disposal
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1.3 Disclaimer
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1.4 Copyright
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1.5 Declarations
.......................................................................................................................................................... 10EU Declaration of Conformity1.5.1
.......................................................................................................................................................... 10UK Declaration of Conformity1.5.2
2............................................................................................................................. 11
System Description
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2.1 Intended Use
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2.2 Measurement Principle
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2.3 Feature Matrix
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2.4 Delivery Content
3............................................................................................................................. 16
Getting Started
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3.1 Instrument Set-up
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3.2 Software Installation
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3.3 Orientation
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3.4 Control Elements
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3.5 Functions of Parts
.......................................................................................................................................................... 20Sample Clamp3.5.1
.......................................................................................................................................................... 20Standard Storage3.5.2
.......................................................................................................................................................... 21Calibration and Test Standards3.5.3
.......................................................................................................................................................... 22Button Operate / Status LED3.5.4
.......................................................................................................................................................... 22Side Connectors3.5.5
.......................................................................................................................................................... 23Power Supply3.5.6
.......................................................................................................................................................... 23USB Cable3.5.7
.......................................................................................................................................................... 24Flashlight (Pro Models)3.5.8
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3.6 System Operation
.......................................................................................................................................................... 25Main Menu / Display3.6.1
.......................................................................................................................................................... 26Default Values / Settings3.6.2
.......................................................................................................................................................... 27Common Functions3.6.3
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Context Menu3.6.3.1
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Filter Function3.6.3.2
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Camera Preview3.6.3.3
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Current Aperture3.6.3.4

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Perform Measurements
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4.1 Difference Measurement
.......................................................................................................................................................... 32Load existing Standard4.1.1
.......................................................................................................................................................... 34Search for closest Standard4.1.2
.......................................................................................................................................................... 35Create new Standard4.1.3
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4.2 Absolute Measurement
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4.3 Perform Quick Check
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4.4 Opacity Measurement
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4.5 Fluorescence Measurement
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4.6 Jetnesss Measurement
.......................................................................................................................... 44
4.7 Grayness Measurement
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4.8 Organizer Measurement
5............................................................................................................................. 47
Browse Measurements
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5.1 View Measurement Data
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5.2 Delete Test Series
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5.3 Delete Standard
6............................................................................................................................. 52
System Configuration
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6.1 Measurement Parameter
.......................................................................................................................................................... 55Traceability6.1.1
.......................................................................................................................................................... 55Aperture6.1.2
.......................................................................................................................................................... 56Color System6.1.3
.......................................................................................................................................................... 57Color Equation6.1.4
.......................................................................................................................................................... 58Measurement Screen6.1.5
.......................................................................................................................................................... 59Color Indices6.1.6
.......................................................................................................................................................... 59Jetness6.1.7
.......................................................................................................................................................... 60Gloss6.1.8
.......................................................................................................................................................... 61Illumination6.1.9
.......................................................................................................................................................... 62Observer6.1.10
.......................................................................................................................................................... 62Fluorescence6.1.11
.......................................................................................................................................................... 63Statistics6.1.12
.......................................................................................................................................................... 64Autostandard6.1.13
.......................................................................................................................................................... 66Test Series6.1.14
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6.2 Language
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6.3 Date / Time
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6.4 Color Scheme
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6.5 Information
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6.6 Sound
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6.7 Calibration
.......................................................................................................................................................... 71Calibration Information6.7.1

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.......................................................................................................................................................... 72Diagnosis Color / Gloss6.7.2
.......................................................................................................................................................... 72Diagnosis for Jetness6.7.3
.......................................................................................................................................................... 73Calibration on White6.7.4
.......................................................................................................................................................... 74Calibration on Gray6.7.5
.......................................................................................................................................................... 75Saving Standards6.7.6
.......................................................................................................................................................... 76Lens Cleaning6.7.7
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6.8 DHCP Setup
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6.9 Factory Reset
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6.10 Config Protect
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6.11 Shutdown
7............................................................................................................................. 81
Appendix
.......................................................................................................................... 82
7.1 Abbreviations
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7.2 Accessory & Cleaning Set
.......................................................................................................................................................... 83Cleaning of Instrument Optic7.2.1
.......................................................................................................................................................... 85Cleaning of Deep Black Samples7.2.2
.......................................................................................................................... 86
7.3 Technical Data
.......................................................................................................................................................... 86Color Measurement7.3.1
.......................................................................................................................................................... 86Jetness Measurement7.3.2
.......................................................................................................................................................... 87Gloss Measurement7.3.3
.......................................................................................................................................................... 87General Data7.3.4
.......................................................................................................................... 88
7.4 Troubleshooting
.......................................................................................................................... 89
7.5 Service Points

1
Introduction

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Dear customer,
thank you for having decided for a BYK-Gardner product. BYK-Gardner is committed to providing
you with quality products and services. We offer complete system solutions to solve your
problems in areas of color, appearance and physical properties. As the basis of our worldwide
business, we strongly believe in total customer satisfaction.
Therefore, in addition to our products, we offer many VALUE-ADDED services:
· Technical Sales Force
· Technical and Application Support
· Application and Technical Seminars
· Repair and Certification Service
BYK-Gardner is part of Altana AG and a direct subsidiary of BYK, a leading supplier of additives
for coatings and plastics. Together, we offer complete and unique solutions for you, our
customer.
Thank your for your trust and confidence. If there is anything we can do better to serve your
needs, do not hesitate to let us know.
Your BYK-Gardner Team
· https://www.byk-instruments.com

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For Your Safety1.1
CAUTION: Familiarization with safety instructions necessary
Absence of knowledge of safety instructions threatens your health and can damage the
instrument. Read the safety instructions before you use the instrument the first time.
The safety instructions are part of the delivery content. You find the safety instructions
in the dedicated booklet enclosed to the instrument carrying case.
The safety instructions also include information about disposal, liability and copyright.
CAUTION: Ergonomic hazard due to discomfort and fatigue possible
Discomfort and fatigue during usage of the instrument could lead to ergonomic
hazards. For example a drop-down of the instrument is conceivable.
Always use the instrument with the safety wrist strap and take regularly breaks during
your work with instrument.
WARNING: Eye damage can be caused by illumination LEDs
Looking into the illumination LEDs during measurement could harm your eyes. Do not
look into the measurement aperture when the instrument is turned on - even if you
assume a fault with the instrument.

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Disposal1.2
Disused electrical equipment such as this instrument must be professionally disposed. Do
not dispose it in household garbage and make sure to observe the national law in your
country.
Disclaimer1.3
Exclusion of Liability
No liability other than as provided by law is assumed for direct or indirect damage sustained in
association with the use of the instrument, the software or documentation.
BYK-Gardner precludes all liability claims if the usage described in "Intended Use" is disregarded.
Any other usage than described in "Intended Use" is not according to the purpose of the
instrument and leads to termination of liability claims.
See also
· Intended Use
Copyright1.4
Specific properties and structural characteristics of the instrument are intellectual property of
BYK-Gardner. The copyright of this manual remains with BYK-Gardner.
This document must not be reproduced fully or in party, published or used for any other
competitive purposes, no matter whether against payment or not, without prior written
authorization from BYK-Gardner.
BYK-Gardner reserves the right to update the instrument, software and written documentation
without prior notice.
© Copyright 2022 BYK-Gardner GmbH
All rights reserved
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Declarations1.5
EU Declaration of Conformity1.5.1
We,
BYK-Gardner GmbH
Lausitzer Strasse 8
D-82538 Geretsried
declare, that the instrument Benchtop Spectrophotometer complies with the requirements of
the following EU directives:
· 2014/30/EU - Electromagnetic Compatibility
· 2014/35/EU - Low Voltage
The following harmonized standards were applied:
· EN 61010-1:2010
· EN 61326-1:2013
Geretsried, November 2021
Frank R. Wagner
Managing Director
UK Declaration of Conformity1.5.2
Hereby,
BYK-Gardner GmbH
Lausitzer Strasse 8
D-82538 Geretsried
declares, that the products of type Benchtop Spectrophotometer comply with the
requirements of the following directives for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) of the European
Union (EU):
· S.I. 2016/1091 - Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations
· S.I. 2016/1101 - Low Voltage
The following harmonized standards were applied:
· EN 61010-1:2010
· EN 61326-1:2013
Geretsried, November 2021
Frank R. Wagner
Managing Director

2
System Description

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The color2view is a benchtop spectrophotometer which is operated by the touch screen display
and the button Operate. The button is used to switch on the instrument and to trigger a
measurement. On the touch screen display icons and functions can be selected directly.
The instrument can be used to repeatably measure color, gloss and fluorescence in the laboratory
and in the production. The innovative BYK LED technology guarantees an outstanding
performance in regards to short-term, long-term and temperature stability as well as highly
repeatable and representative readings. Highest accuracy and inter-instrument agreement are
ensured and allow you the use of digital standards. These digital standards can be shared easily
the complete supply chain to set-up a global color management system.
Due to the excellent intra-instrument agreement between color2view (e.g. #7600) and
spectro2guide ( e.g. #7075) it is possible the share these digital standards between benchtop and
portable color instruments.
NOTICE
With the purchase of the product you also get one day of training on the usage of the
product and the software from BYK-Gardner.
Intended Use2.1
The color2view is a benchtop instrument for measuring color, gloss and fluorescence on different
surfaces. It can be operated in horizontal or in vertical orientation. A retractable clamp can be
used to fix the sample.
Via the integrated camera the current spot on the surface can be viewed on the display - allowing
exact positioning of the sample.

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By placing a sample on the measurement aperture and pressing either the button Operate on the
display unit of the instrument or triggering the measurement directly on the touchscreen, the
instrument measures the surface of the sample and processes, displays and stores the measured
values in the system memory. The instrument can be connected via USB to a computer in order to
read or write data. A capacitive touchscreen allows additional functions.
Measurement Principle2.2
The instrument is available only with a 45°c:0° geometry: It uses 45° circumferential illumination
and 0° viewing perpendicular to the sample plane. The circumferential illumination is essential to
achieve repeatable measurement results on directional and structured surfaces.
The 45 / 0 geometry measures color as you see it. If we perceive a visual difference between
sample and standard based on variations in gloss or texture, the 45:0 geometry will also measure
a correlated difference.

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Feature Matrix2.3
The BYK-Gardner color2view product family offers a wide range of color control benchtop
spectrophotometers. For every purpose the best instrument is available. The "Pro" models offer
jetness measurement. The "X" models offer an exchangeable aperture.
color2view
color2view X
color2view Pro
color2view Pro X
Catalog number
7600
7604
7610
7605
Aperture
Fixed
Variable
Variable
Fixed
Aperture size /
Measurement spot
Ø 32 / 22 mm
Ø 32 / 22 mm
Ø 12 / 08 mm
Ø 32 / 22 mm
Ø 32 / 22 mm
Ø 12 / 08 mm
Ø 04 / 04 mm (*)
Digital standards
Yes
Color
measurement
Yes
Gloss
measurement
20° / 60°
Fluorescence
measurement
Yes
Jetness
measurement
No
Yes
Software included
smart-chart with smart-lab and smart-process
(*) Exchange of digital standards not possible.
For more product details see https://www.byk-instruments.com/c/18612.

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Delivery Content2.4
The items listed below are contained in the packaging:
· White calibration standard
· Color and gloss test standard
· Software with two licensees for download: smart-lab Color or smart-process Color
· Documentation: Safety Instructions and Short Instructions
· Acessorry and cleaning set (content depending on model,
see Accessory & Cleaning Set )
· USB cable for data transfer
· External power supply
· Certificate
Please contact BYK-Gardner if any item is missing or damaged.
NOTICE
Retain the packaging in case you want to ship the instrument at a later date.
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Getting Started

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Instrument Set-up3.1
The system consists of instrument, power supply and software for data transfer and analysis.
1. Connect power supply to instrument.
2. Connect foot switch to instrument (option).
3. Connect instrument with PC via USB cable.
4. Download and install smart-chart software.
Instrument automatically turns on when the power supply is connected.
Software Installation3.2
The software smart-chart is a modern and intuitive program to document, analyze and optimize
color, gloss and fluorescence data. It is available in two different packages: smart-lab Color and
smart-process Color.
Perform following steps:
1. Download the ZIP file from: https://www.byk-instruments.com/software
2. Save it on your hard drive into a new folder.
3. Extract the complete archive.
4. In the extracted folder, right mouse click on the file "install.exe".
5. Select Run as administrator.
6. Follow the setup instructions on the screen.

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After download, the software can be used for 30 days free trial. Thereafter, you need to decide
and register for the required software package. The standard delivery includes two licenses for the
selected software package.
How to activate the license?
Before activating the license, make sure to have a reliable internet connection.
1. Start smart-chart and click on About/License in the upper left corner of the screen. The
license window opens and shows the license agreement.
2. Connect the instrument with the computer and click on the License tab.
3. Select the desired software by clicking on the appropriate Validate License button.
4. In case a license is available, the button Import Online License appears. Click on this
button, fill in the registration form and click on Register.
The activation of the license is shown in the upper field License Information.
How to transfer the license?
If smart-chart needs to be transferred to another computer, the license needs to be returned from
the actual computer:
1. Before returning the license, make sure to have a reliable internet connection.
2. Start smart-chart and click on About/License in the upper left corner of the screen.
3. The license window opens and shows the license agreement.
4. Find the respective software license in the upper field License Information and click
on the Return License button.
A confirmation is shown that the license was successfully returned. It can now be activated on the
new computer.
NOTICE
In case your computer has no internet connection, please refer to the "Offline
Licensing" description in "C:\Program Files(x86)\BYKWARE\smart-
chart3\Tools\OfflineLicense".

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Orientation3.3
The instrument can be easily rotated to adapt the orientation: In horizontal setup the display is
on the front and the measurement aperture is on the top. In vertical setup the display is in the
upper right corner and the measurement aperture is on the left side in the middle.
Place the sample on the measurement aperture and fix it with the retractable clamp. In vertical
set-up the sample can additionally be placed on a mountable sample holder. Adjust the high of
the sample holder if necessary.
Control Elements3.4
1
Retractable sample clamp
2
Measurement aperture
3
Touch-screen display
4
Button Operate
5
Storage for calibration and test
standards
6
External connectors: Foot switch,
USB type B, LAN, power supply
7
Openings for mounting external sample holder / balcony

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Functions of Parts3.5
Sample Clamp3.5.1
When not in use the sample clamp is stored flat in the housing. If you need the sample clamp you
can pull it out of the housing and then move it to the side in the direction of the measurement
aperture.
The sample clamp can be parked at several positions on its way to the measurement aperture.
Thus, sensitive samples can be picked up with two hands - no need to hold the sample holder.
Standard Storage3.5.2
There is a compartment for the calibration and test standard under a flap. It is recommended to
store the standards in the compartment after every use.
NOTICE
These standards have serial numbers. They are fix assigned to the instrument and can
not be used with another instrument.