Epson SD-10 User manual

User's Guide
CMP0333-02 EN

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Contents
Copyrights and Trademarks
Copyright................................2
Trademarks..............................2
About this Manual
MeaningofSymbols........................6
DescriptionsUsedinthisManual..............6
ViewingPDFManuals......................7
Important Instructions
SafetyInstructions.........................9
SafetyInstructionsfortheBattery...........10
ProductAdvisoriesandWarnings.............10
Advisories and Warnings for Setting Up/
UsingtheProduct.......................10
Advisories and Warnings for Using the
productwithaWirelessConnection.........11
Advisories and Warnings for Using the LCD
Screen...............................11
Disposing of European Spectrophotometer
Models.................................11
Basic Information Regarding the
Spectrophotometer
PartNames..............................12
Understanding the Status of Color Measurement
fromtheLightandBuzzer...................13
MeasurementMode.......................14
MeasurementModeandtheInitialScreen.......15
SpotMode............................15
Comparison (Spot) Mode/Comparison (Scan)
Mode................................15
MenuScreen.............................15
EditingHistoryData.....................16
DetailsoftheMenu......................18
Spot Mode
Comparison (Spot) Mode
Comparison (Scan) Mode
Preparing for a Color Measurement Scan. . . . . . . . 27
ColorMeasurementScan...................28
Maintenance
CleaningtheExterior......................35
CleaningtheSensor.......................35
CleaningtheWhiteCalibrationTile............36
CarryingtheSpectrophotometer..............38
UpdatingtheFirmware.....................39
Problem Solver
WhenaMessageisDisplayed................40
ProblemswiththeSpectrophotometer..........41
TheDeviceDoesnotTurnon..............41
TheDeviceDoesnotTurnoff..............41
TheDeviceTurnsoffDuringUse...........41
CannotChargetheBattery................41
Cannot Connect the Spectrophotometer to a
SmartDevice..........................42
ProblemswithColorMeasurement............42
Color Measurement Fails in Comparison
(Scan)Mode...........................42
The Color Measurement Results are Incorrect
....................................43
Color Measurement Results Vary even When
theSameSampleisMeasured..............43
Specifications
BasicSpecifications........................44
ExternalDimensionsSpecifications............45
ElectricalSpecifications.....................45
Spectrophotometer Electrical Specifications. . . . 45
BatterySpecifications....................46
EnvironmentalSpecifications................46
SupportedOperatingSystems................46
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Standards and Approvals
ForUsersinU.S.andCanada................48
ForUsersinMexico.......................49
ForUsersinParaguay......................49
ForUsersinBelarus.......................49
ForUsersinNigeria.......................49
ForUsersinSingapore.....................49
ForUsersinMalaysia......................50
ForUsersinEurope.......................50
ForusersinUkraine.......................50
ZICTATypeApprovalforUsersinZambia......50
Where To Get Help
TechnicalSupportWebSite..................51
ContactingEpsonSupport...................51
BeforeContactingEpson..................51
HelpforUsersinNorthAmerica............51
HelpforUsersinLatinAmerica............52
HelpforUsersinEurope..................53
HelpforUsersinTaiwan..................53
HelpforUsersinAustralia/NewZealand......53
HelpforUsersinSingapore................53
HelpforUsersinThailand................54
HelpforUsersinVietnam.................54
HelpforUsersinIndonesia................54
HelpforUsersinHongKong..............55
HelpforUsersinMalaysia.................55
HelpforUsersinIndia...................55
HelpforUsersinthePhilippines............55
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About this Manual
Meaning of Symbols
Caution: Cautions must be followed to avoid bodily injury.
c
Important: Important must be followed to avoid damage to this product.
Note: Notes contain useful or additional information on the operation of this product.
UIndicates related reference content.
Descriptions Used in this Manual
❏Illustrations of the spectrophotometer used in this manual are examples only. Although there may be slight
differences depending on the model, the method of operation is basically the same unless stated.
❏Screenshots of the LCD screen are subject to change without notice. The contents may vary depending on the
situation.
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Viewing PDF Manuals
This section uses the Adobe Acrobat Reader DC as an example to explain the basic operations for viewing the PDF in
Adobe Reader.
AClick to print the PDF manual.
BEach time it is clicked the bookmarks are hidden or shown.
CClick the title to open the relevant page.
Click [+] to open the titles lower in the hierarchy.
DIf the reference is in blue text, click the blue text to open the relevant page.
To return to the original page, do the following.
For Windows
While pressing the [Alt] key, press the [ ] key.
For Mac
While pressing the [command] key, press the [ ] key.
EYou can input and search for keywords, such as the names of items you want to confirm.
For Windows
Right click on a page in the PDF manual and select Find in the menu that is displayed to open the search toolbar.
For Mac
Select Find in the Edit menu to open the search toolbar.
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FTo enlarge the text in the display that is too small to see well, click . Click to reduce the size. To specify a part
of an illustration or screenshot to enlarge, do the following.
For Windows
Right click on the page in the PDF manual and select Marquee Zoom in the menu that is displayed. The pointer
changes to a magnifying glass, and you can use it to specify the range of the place you want to enlarge.
For Mac
Click View menu - Zoom - Marquee Zoom in this order to change the pointer to a magnifying glass. Use the
pointer as a magnifying glass to specify the range of the place you want to enlarge.
GOpens the previous page or next page.
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Important Instructions
Safety Instructions
Read and follow these instructions to ensure safe use of this product Make sure you keep this manual for future
reference. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product
❏Do not place or store the product outdoors, near excessive dirt or dust, water, heat sources, or in locations subject
to shocks, vibrations, high temperature or humidity, direct sunlight, strong light sources, or rapid changes in
temperature or humidity.
❏Take care not to spill liquid on the product, and not to handle the product with wet hands.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the product's label.
❏The USB cable should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying, crimping, and kinking. Do not place objects on
top of the cord and do not allow the cord to be stepped on or run over. Be particularly careful to keep the cord
straight at the end.
❏Use only the USB cable supplied with your product. Using any other USB cable could cause fire, electrical shock,
or injury.
❏The USB cable is designed for use with the product with which it was included. Do not attempt to use it with other
electronic devices unless specified.
❏Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the AC adapter, power cord, product, and options by yourself
except as specifically explained in the product's guides. Doing so may result in injury, electric shock, or fire.
❏Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the product, or product option by yourself except as specifically
explained in the product's guides.
❏Do not insert objects into any opening as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts. Beware of
electrical shock hazards.
❏Unplug the product and the USB cable, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions: liquid has entered the product; the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged; the
product does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. (Do not adjust controls that are
not covered by the operating instructions.)
❏If you are not going to use the product for a long period, be sure to unplug the USB cable from the computer.
❏Keep this product at least 22 cm (8.7 inches) away from cardiac pacemakers. Radio waves from this product may
adversely affect the operation of cardiac pacemakers.
❏If you use the product in places where the use of electronic devices is limited, such as in airplanes or hospitals,
follow all instructions in those places.
❏If the LCD screen is damaged, contact your dealer. If the liquid crystal solution gets on your hands, wash them
thoroughly with soap and water. If the liquid crystal solution gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with
water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately.
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Safety Instructions for the Battery
❏If the battery is not fully charged within the specified time, stop charging. Otherwise, the battery could become
hot, emit smoke, rupture, or catch fire.
❏Do not place the product in a microwave oven or a high-pressure container. Otherwise, the battery could become
hot, emit smoke, rupture, or catch fire.
❏If liquid leaks from the product, or the product emits a bad odor, move the product away from flammable objects
immediately. If it is not moved, electrolytes leaking from the battery become hot, emit smoke, rupture, or catch
fire.
❏If battery acid gets in your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes thoroughly with fresh water without rubbing them,
and then see a doctor immediately. Otherwise, permanent eye damage could result.
❏If battery acid gets on your skin, immediately rinse the affected area thoroughly with water, and then see a doctor
immediately.
❏Do not drop or throw the product or subject it to strong shocks. Otherwise, the battery could leak or the protection
circuit in the battery could be damaged. As a result, the battery could become hot, emit smoke, rupture, or catch
fire.
❏Do not use or charge the product in a location subject to high temperatures (over 40˚C [104˚F]) such as near a fire
or in direct sunlight. Also, do not leave the product in a location where the temperature rises above 60˚C (140˚F).
Otherwise, the plastic separator could melt and the individual cells could short-circuit. As a result, the battery
could become hot, emit smoke, rupture, or catch fire.
❏Do not use the product if it is leaking or damaged in any way. Otherwise, the battery could become hot, emit
smoke, rupture, or catch fire.
❏Do not leave the product in a vehicle. Otherwise, the battery could overheat.
❏Do not charge the product near an open flame or in very hot locations. If the protection circuit in the battery is
activated, you will not be able to charge the battery. If the protection circuit is damaged, the battery could become
hot, emit smoke, rupture, or catch fire.
❏Dispose of the battery (D181A) in accordance with local laws.
Product Advisories and Warnings
Read and follow these instructions to avoid damaging the product or your property. Make sure you keep this manual
for future reference.
Advisories and Warnings for Setting Up/Using the Product
❏Do not use aerosol products that contain flammable gases inside or around the product. Doing so may cause
fire.
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