Atlanta BYK spectro2profiler User manual

Manual
spectro2profiler
Measure what you see

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Intended Use........................................................................................................................................ 6
1.2 For Your Safety.................................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Declarations ......................................................................................................................................... 8
1.3.1 EU Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................. 8
1.3.2 FCC Declaration (USA) .............................................................................................................. 8
1.3.3 IC Declaration (Canada) ........................................................................................................... 9
1.3.4 Japanese Declaration ............................................................................................................... 9
1.4 Disclaimer............................................................................................................................................. 9
1.5 Disposal ................................................................................................................................................ 9
2 System Description ...................................................................................................................... 11
2.1 Delivery Content.................................................................................................................................. 11
2.2 Names and Functions of Parts ............................................................................................................ 12
2.2.1 Frontside ................................................................................................................................... 12
2.2.2 Backside..................................................................................................................................... 13
2.2.3 Protective Cap........................................................................................................................... 13
2.2.4 Power Supply ............................................................................................................................ 14
2.2.5 USB-Cables ................................................................................................................................ 14
2.2.6 Checking Tiles ........................................................................................................................... 15
2.3 Measurement Principle ....................................................................................................................... 15
2.3.1 Color Measurement.................................................................................................................. 16
2.3.2 Gloss Measurement .................................................................................................................. 16
2.3.3 2D Reflectivity Measurement................................................................................................... 17
2.3.4 3D Topography Measurement................................................................................................. 17
3 Getting Started............................................................................................................................. 19
3.1 System Diagram................................................................................................................................... 19
3.2 Charging Procedures ........................................................................................................................... 20
3.2.1 Standard Charge via USB Type A/C.......................................................................................... 20
3.2.2 Fast Charge via USB Type C/C................................................................................................... 20
3.3 Using the Main Menu ......................................................................................................................... 21
3.4 Setting Parameters .............................................................................................................................. 22
3.5 Software Installation........................................................................................................................... 22
3.5.1 Download and Installation ...................................................................................................... 23
3.5.2 Software Registration .............................................................................................................. 23
3.6 Test and Calibration ............................................................................................................................ 24
4 Perform Measurements ............................................................................................................... 25
4.1 Using Autostandard ............................................................................................................................ 26
4.1.1 Nearest standard found ........................................................................................................... 27
4.1.2 Some Standards Close .............................................................................................................. 28
4.1.3 No Good Match ........................................................................................................................ 28
4.2 Standard Measurement ...................................................................................................................... 29
4.3 Difference Measurement .................................................................................................................... 31
4.4 Absolute Measurement....................................................................................................................... 33
4.5 Perform Quick Check........................................................................................................................... 34
4.6 Opacity Measurement......................................................................................................................... 35
4.7 Organizer Usage.................................................................................................................................. 36

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5 Browse Measurements................................................................................................................. 37
5.1 View Measurements............................................................................................................................ 37
5.2 Delete Complete Standard ................................................................................................................. 39
5.3 Delete Measurement Data.................................................................................................................. 40
6 Configuration ............................................................................................................................... 43
6.1 Configuration Types............................................................................................................................ 43
6.2 Configuration Options ........................................................................................................................ 44
6.2.1 Measurement Parameters ........................................................................................................ 45
6.2.2 System Information .................................................................................................................. 46
6.2.3 Display Time.............................................................................................................................. 46
6.2.4 Test and Calibration ................................................................................................................. 47
6.2.5 Factory Reset............................................................................................................................. 50
6.2.6 Protect Configuration .............................................................................................................. 51
7 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................... 53
8 Technical Data............................................................................................................................... 55
9 Service Points ............................................................................................................................... 57

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1 Introduction
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, appear-
ance 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 VALUE-ADDED services:
• Technical Sales Force
• Technical & Application Support
• Application and Technical Seminars
• Repair & Certification Service
BYK-Gardner is part of the Altana Group and a direct subsidiary of BYK, the
worldwide leader 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
www.byk-instruments.com

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1.1 Intended Use
The spectro2profiler is designed to measure color, gloss, 2D reflectivity
and 3D structure on different surfaces. Via the integrated camera the cur-
rent spot on the surface can be viewed on the display – allowing exact posi-
tioning.
By placing the base plate of the measurement unit onto a surface and
pressing either the Operate button on the side of the instrument or trig-
gering the measurement on the display, the instrument measures the sur-
face and processes, displays and stores the measured values.
The instrument can be connected via USB or WiFi to a computer in order to
read or write data.
A resistive display allows additional functionalities.

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1.2 For Your Safety
CAUTION
Familiarization with Safety Instructions is necessary
Absence of knowledge of safety instructions threatens your health and can
damage the instrument. Read the safety instructions before you use the in-
strument 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.
CAUTION
Ergonomic Hazard due to Discomfort and Fatigue
Discomfort and fatigue during usage of the instrument could lead to er-
gonomic hazards. For example is a drop-down of the instrument conceiv-
able.
Always use the instrument with the safety wrist strap and take regularly
breaks during your work with instrument.
WARNING
Eye Damage 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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1.3 Declarations
1.3.1 EU Declaration of Conformity
We,
BYK-Gardner GmbH
Lausitzer Strasse 8
D-82538 Geretsried
declare, that this instrument complies with the requirements of the follow-
ing EU directives:
• 2014/30/EU - Electromagnetic Compatibility
• 2014/35/EU - Low Voltage
• 2014/53/EU - Radio Equipment Directive (RED)
The following harmonized standards were applied:
• EN 61010-1:2010
• EN 61326-1:2013
Geretsried, November 13, 2019
Frank R. Wagner
Managing Director
1.3.2 FCC Declaration (USA)
This equipment contains a radio module with FCC ID QPU8000.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equip-
ment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equip-
ment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own ex-
pense.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful inter-
ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsi-
ble for compliance could void the user´s authority to operate the equip-
ment.
NOTICE!To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile trans-
mitting devices, a separation distance of 20cm or more should be
maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during
operation. To ensure compliance, operations at closer distances
than this are not recommended.

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1.3.3 IC Declaration (Canada)
This equipment contains a radio module with IC ID 4523A-SN8000.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and
(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
NOTICE!To satisfy IC RF exposure requirements for mobile
transmitting devices, a separation distance of 20cm or more should
be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons dur-
ing operation. To ensure compliance, operations at closer distances
than this are not recommended.
1.3.4 Japanese Declaration
This equipment contains specified radio equipment that has been certified
to the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification under the Japanese
Radio Law.
MIC ID: R 006-000497
1.4 Disclaimer
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 soft-
ware or documentation.
BYK-Gardner precludes all liability claims if the usage described in “In-
tended Use” is disregarded. Any other usage than described in “Intended
Use” is not according to the purpose of the instrument and leads to termi-
nation of liability claims.
See also
2Intended Use [}6]
1.5 Disposal
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.

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2 System Description
The spectro2profiler is a portable spectrophotometer that measures
color, gloss, 2D reflectivity and 3D structure of surfaces. It is operated by
the Operate button and the touch-screen display on the top side.
The Operate button is used to switch on the instrument and to trigger a
measurement. The touch-screen display is used to select icons and functions
directly.
This chapter gives an overview of the instrument parts and their functions.
2.1 Delivery Content
The items listed below are contained in the packaging. Please contact BYK-
Gardner, if any item is missing or damaged.
1
2
3
4 5 6
7
8
9
10
1 Safety instructions and short
instructions
6 Black: Test standard for gloss
2 Instrument 7 USB cable type A/C for charg-
ing and data transfer
3 Protective cap 8 USB cable type C/C for fast
charging and data transfer
4 White: Calibration standard 9 Power adapters
5 Green: Test standard for color 10 Power supply

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2.2 Names and Functions of Parts
2.2.1 Frontside
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1Operate button:
Press halfway:
• The camera is switched on
showing the surface to be
measured on the display.
Press completely:
• Instrument is off: Turns in-
strument on.
• Instrument is on: Executes
a measurement.
2 Touch-screen display:
Touch the icons on the screen
with your finger or with a pen
in order to operate the instru-
ment.
3
+
4
LEDs:
Charge:
• Pulsates in red during charging.
• Lights up in green when the instrument is fully charged.
Measure:
• Lights up in green during measurement.
• Blinks red in case of a measurement error.

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2.2.2 Backside
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1 USB type C plug:
• Connected to power-supply: Charge the battery in the instru-
ment.
• Connected to PC: Charge and transfer data between instrument
and computer.
2.2.3 Protective Cap
Protective cap:
• Use it to protect the measurement aperture of the instrument.
• Always attach to measurement aperture if instrument is not
used.

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2.2.4 Power Supply
Power supply and adapters:
• Use to charge the battery in the instrument.
• Use the adapter matching your current wall socket.
2.2.5 USB-Cables
USB cables:
• Type A/C: Connect instrument with power supply for charging
and with PC for charging and data transfer
• Type C/C: Connect instrument with PC for fast charging and data
transfer.

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2.2.6 Checking Tiles
In the case following checking tiles are placed:
• White standard: Used to calibrate the instrument.
• Green standard: Used to test color measurement.
• Black standard: Used to test gloss measurement.
Consult “Test and Calibration [}24]“ for more information.
2.3 Measurement Principle
Our visual perception sees color, gloss, and surface topography together.
For example: Following powder coating samples have same color, but dif-
ferent textures.
The same applies to leather-like surfaces. For example: Following car inte-
rior samples have same color, but different grains.

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The conclusion is: To measure just color is not enough – color and topogra-
phy of a sample is to be measured in order to be able to compare it to a
standard. The spectro2profiler is the combination of different measure-
ment techniques in one instrument:
• Color measurement
• Gloss measurement
• 2D reflectivity measurement
• 3D topography measurement
2.3.1 Color Measurement
The spectro2profiler uses a 45/0 geometry with 6 illuminations.
The 45/0 is more close to our visual impression (gloss is excluded). The mea-
surement aperture size is bigger than in conventional solid color measure-
ment instruments. This gives statistical better values for larger parts.
2.3.2 Gloss Measurement
The spectro2profiler uses classic 60° gloss measurement - according to in-
ternational standards. This way the measurement results can be compared
to historical data.
This is a must-have due to existing specifications for e.g. interior parts.
However, the results strongly depend on the measuring direction – with the
disadvantage that cast shadows on a structured surface falsify the results.

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2.3.3 2D Reflectivity Measurement
To overcome the disadvantage mentioned above the spectro2profiler
uses a new approach for objective measurement: The illumination takes
place in-line; the reflections are measured with a 2D camera.
The in-line setup eliminates cast shadows. The advantage is: No shadow
zones, no directionality in the measurement results. Additionally, the cam-
era image provides 2D reflectivity data for spatially resolved reflectivity
measurements.
2.3.4 3D Topography Measurement
The spectro2profiler uses photometric stereo technique with 4 light
sources. With this setup multiple images are taken under different light-
ning conditions.
The analysis of these multiple images allows to estimate the surface curva-
ture. Based on the curvature the height map of the surface can be calcu-
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Summary
The spectro2profiler is the combination of different measurement tech-
niques in one instrument:
• Classic color measurement
• Classic gloss and new 2D reflectivity measurement
• New 3D topography measurement
1 2 3 4
145/0 color measurement:
Area diameter = 25 mm
260° specular gloss measure-
ment:
Area = 15 mm x 25 mm
32D reflectivity measure-
ment:
Area = 15 mm x 15 mm
43D topography measure-
ment:
Area = 15 mm x 15 mm
For more details on the new approach for objective measurement BYK-
Gardner provides professional trainings to interested customers.

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3 Getting Started
Please observe following notes when you put the instrument into opera-
tion:
• Assemble the system, consisting of instrument, USB cable, power supply
or PC and software. Consult “System Diagram [}19]” for more infor-
mation.
• Connect the instrument to the power supply and allow it to charge
fully. Consult “Charging Procedures [}20]“ for more information.
• Perform a calibration if necessary. Consult “Test and Calibration
[}24]“ for more information.
• Press the Operate button in order to turn the instrument on.
• Become familiar with the main menu for a quick navigation. Consult
“Using the Main Menu [}21]“ for more information.
• Press the displayed icons on the touch-screen with your finger or with a
stylus in order to navigate through the menu and perform functions.
• Check and adjust measurement parameters. Consult “Setting Parame-
ters [}22]“ for more information.
• Always hold the instrument carefully as protection against dropping.
• Use the software “smart-chart” to tap the full potential of the instru-
ment. Consult “Software Installation [}22]” for more information.
3.1 System Diagram
The entire system consists of instrument, calibration and test tiles and soft-
ware for data transfer and analysis.
Connect instrument with PC via USB cable (1).
After first connect instrument is automatically turned on.
The battery pack in the instrument is automatically charged (2).
If instrument has turned off, turn it on by pressing the Operate button.
Download and install “smart-chart” software (3).

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3.2 Charging Procedures
The instrument provides two ways for charging:
• Standard Charge via USB Type A/C
• Fast Charge via USB Type C/C
3.2.1 Standard Charge via USB Type A/C
The power supply is connected to the wall socket.
Connected the instrument via the USB cable type A/C to the power supply.
The charge LED indicates the current status:
• Pulsates red as long as the battery charge is < 15%.
• Pulsates yellow as long as the battery charge is < 50%.
• Pulsates green as long as the battery charge is < 90%.
• Lights up in green when the battery charge is ≥ 90%.
Keep the instrument connected as long as the instrument is not in use.
The instrument is fully charged and can be put in operation.
NOTICE
The USB connector type A is to be inserted in the correct direction.
3.2.2 Fast Charge via USB Type C/C
Connect the instrument with the USB cable type C/C to your PC.
The instrument loading bar on the display shows the battery charge.
Disconnect the instrument from the USB cable when it is fully charged.
The instrument is fully charged and can be put in operation.
NOTICE
The USB connector type C can be inserted in both directions.