Altana BYK-mac i User manual

Measure what you see.
BYK-mac i
BYK-mac i COLOR
Manual

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BYK-mac i
BYK-mac i COLOR
Manual
Patent pending 300 000 891 E 1410
BYK-Gardner GmbH
Lausitzer Str. 8
D-82538 Geretsried
Germany
Tel. 0-800-gardner
(0-800-4273637)
[phone]
Fax [phone]
BYK - Gardner USA
9104 Guilford Road
Columbia, MD 21046
USA
Phone[phone]
301-483-6500
Fax [phone]
301-483-6555
www.byk.com/instruments
300 000 891 E 1807
Type No. 345 000 001
www.byk-instruments.com

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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 & Application Support
- Application and Technical Seminars
- Repair & Certification Service
BYK-Gardner is part of the Additives and Instrument
Division of ALTANAAG, a leading supplier of
additives for coatings and plastics. Together, we
offer complete and unique solutions for you, our
customer.
Thank you 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

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Table of contents
Table of contents
1. Safety instructions ............................................................................. 5
2. System description and Delivery notes ...........................................10
3. Power supply .................................................................................... 12
4. Controls ............................................................................................. 15
5. Getting started .................................................................................. 16
6. Calibrate ........................................................................................... 18
6.1 Color test .................................................................................................... 20
6.2 Calibrate ..................................................................................................... 21
6.3 Effect test ................................................................................................... 23
7. Measurement techniques ................................................................. 24
8. Measure ............................................................................................ 25
8.1 Continue last series .................................................................................. 25
8.2 Absolute ...................................................................................................... 26
8.3 Difference ................................................................................................... 26
8.4 Organizer .................................................................................................... 30
9. Delete ................................................................................................ 33
9.1 Last Measurement .................................................................................... 33
9.2 Checkzone .................................................................................................. 34
9.3 Test series .................................................................................................. 34
9.4 Standard ..................................................................................................... 35
10. Data View .........................................................................................36
10.1 Test series .................................................................................................. 36
10.2 Standard ..................................................................................................... 38
11. Setup ................................................................................................. 39
11.1 Measurement parameters ....................................................................... 39
11.2 Instrument .................................................................................................. 44
11.3 Calibrate ..................................................................................................... 48

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12. Interface ............................................................................................ 49
13. Standards.......................................................................................... 50
14. Technical Data .................................................................................. 51
15. Errors and Warning Messages ......................................................... 53
16. Cleaning and Maintenance .............................................................. 55
17. Service and Certification ................................................................ 57
18. Copyright .......................................................................................... 59

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Safety instructions
1. Safety instructions
• Before operating the instrument the first time,
please read the operating instructions and take
particular notice of the safety instructions.
• If you use the unit and accessories properly,
there are no hazards to fear.
• This product is equipped with safety features.
Nevertheless, read the safety warnings carefully
and use the product only as described in these
instructions to avoid accidental injury or damage.
• No claims of product liability or warranty can be
honored if the device is not operated in
accordance with the operating instructions.
• Keep these instructions for future reference.
• If you pass this instrument to somebody else,
make sure to include these instructions.

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Safety instructions
The following symbols and terms are used.
This symbol warns of the danger of injury.
This symbol warns of the danger of injury caused by
electricity.
This sign points out additional information.
DANGER
The term DANGER warns of possible severe
injuries and danger to life.
WARNING
The term WARNING warns of injuries and severe
material damage.
CAUTION
The term CAUTION warns of slight injuries or
damage.

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DANGER injuries possible
• Defects and extraordinary loads
If safe operation can no longer be presumed,
shut down the device and secure it against
unintended operation.
The device must be presumed unsafe to operate:
• if visible damage is evident
• if the instrument is no longer working
• if it has been stored for long periods under
adverse conditions
• after harsh treatment during shipping.
• Safety advices for batteries and rechargeable
battery pack: Do not crush or dismantle or apply
any other strong impacts or shocks. Do not heat
or incinerate. Do not immerse in any liquid. Do
not place on or near fires, stoves or other high
temperature locations, in direct sunshine or in
micro-wave ovens. Do not insert into equipment
designed to be hermetically sealed. This may
cause explosion or release harmful substances.
• For operation with the external power supply, care
should be taken to ensure the nominal voltage of the
power supply unit (see the manufacturerʼs plate on
the power supply unit) matches the voltage supplied
by the power outlet.
• Do not perform any repairs on the unit yourself.
The unit must be opened by trained professionals
only. Please contact our customer service
department in such cases.
• The measurement device and accessories may
be disconnected from the power supply as
follows:
Instrument:
a) by removing the battery compartment or
b) by removing the rechargeable battery pack or
Safety instructions

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Safety instructions
unit on the docking station
c) by removing the measurement unit from the
docking station
Docking station:
a) by disconnecting the plug from the power
supply
b) by disconnecting the power supply unit plug
from the socket
The power supply unit can be disconnect from the
power supply by disconnecting the power
connection line plug from the socket. Make certain
that the power supply unit plug is easily accessible.
Use only the power supply connection line included
with delivery.
• When working with the batteries and the
rechargeable battery pack, make certain there is
no short circuit on the contacts (e.g. due to
damaged insulation). Metallic objects must not
come in contact with the bare contacts.
Immediately discontinue use of the batteries if
they emit an unusual smell, feel hot, change
color or appear abnormal in any other way.
WARNING severe material damage
• The measurement unit consists of sensitive
optical and electronic precision parts. Prevent it
from being dropped, bumped or shaken!
• Avoid exposure to continuous humidity and
condensation. Avoid splashing with water,
chemicals or other liquids.
• Please use only accessories that are available
for the unit.
• Only devices that meet the requirements for low-
voltage safety may be connected to the USB
interface.