X-rite Pantone judge qc User manual

Operation Manual

Judge QC

P/N JQCUSMA-ENG Rev. A

Consult this documentation in all cases where the Attention symbol appears. This symbol is used to

inform you of any potential HAZARD or actions that may require your attention.

CE Declaration

Hereby, X-Rite PANTONE®® declares that this Judge QC is in compliance with the essential requirements and

other relevant provisions of Directive(s) EMC 2004/108/EC, LVD 2006/95/EC, and RoHS 2011/65/EU.

Federal Communications Commission Notice

NOTE: 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 equipment

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 equipment

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 expense.

Industry Canada Compliance Statement

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Safety Information

•IF THE EQUIPMENT IS USED IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY X-RITE PANTONE®, THE

PROTECTION PROVIDED BY THE EQUIPMENT MAY BE IMPAIRED.

•PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: Read and follow all instructions before you attempt

to assemble, install or operate the unit.

•CAUTION! THIS UNIT MUST BE EARTHED. DO NOT connect to an ungrounded outlet. DO NOT use

with 2-wire extension cords or adaptors.

•OBEY WARNINGS: Please comply with all warnings and safeguards that we provide in this manual.

They have been written to keep you and your unit safe. If the unit is used in a manner not

specified in this manual, the protection provided by the unit may be impaired.

•CANOPY WEIGHS APPROXIMATELY 15 KG. ASSEMBLED UNIT WEIGHS APPROXIMATELY 27 KG.

Take care when lifting and obey manual handling safety procedures.

•TAKE CARE NOT TO TRAP FINGERS OR HANDS WHEN POSITIONING THE CANOPY ON TOP OF THE

BACK, SIDES AND BASE DURING ASSEMBLY. Place hands under the front edge and on the outside

of the canopy only.

•CHECK VOLTAGE SETTING PRIOR TO PLUGING IN THE UNIT. Applying the incorrect voltage may

cause the fuses to blow. Contact your local X-Rite representative for replacement fuses and follow

the fuse replacement procedure in this manual.

•ALWAYS UNPLUG THE UNIT BEFORE CHANGING THE VOLTAGE SELECTOR OR FUSE.

•NEVER BLOCK ACCESS TO THE MAINS INLET AND POWER SWITCH. The mains inlet and power

switch are located at the rear of the unit.

•DO NOT BLOCK VENTS: The vents allow air to circulate between the canopy interior and the

ambient air. Blocking the vents will cause hot air to build up within the canopy which may result in

inaccurate lighting conditions, damage to the equipment, and possible personal injury.

•USE ONLY A PROPER POWER SOURCE: Use the proper power source for this unit. Consult the

power label on the back of the unit for this information. Operation with a power source not

specified on the power label may result in inaccurate lighting conditions, damage to the

equipment, and possible personal injury.

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•SERVICE PROPERLY: With the exception of lamp replacement, do not attempt to service this

product yourself. If you should attempt unauthorized repairs, you invalidate the warranty that is

active on your unit. For any other malfunctions in operation, contact X-Rite Technical Service.

•UNPLUG THE UNIT BEFORE CHANGING THE LAMPS: Always unplug the unit before you change the

lamps.

•ALLOW THE LAMPS TO COOL BEFORE HANDLING THEM. Diffuser and lamps get hot during

operation. Allow time to cool before touching.

•CAREFULLY HANDLE THE LAMPS: The lamps are made from glass. Take care not to knock or drop

them. Always use lens paper or an equivalent to handle the replacement filament lamps. Skin oils

interfere with lamp performance.

•CLEAN PROPERLY: You can wipe the unit with a clean, white lint-free cloth. Do not apply liquid

cleaners or agents containing wax, since these can yellow and change reflectance and gloss

properties. Clean outer surfaces with a dampened cloth containing a mild soap.

•PROTECT FROM WATER AND MOISTURE: Maintain electrical safety when you use this unit. Do not

use it in an area where there is possible hazard of electric shock from spilled water or other liquids

or uncontrolled moisture.

•DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: The unit must be serviced by qualified service personnel when the

unit has been dropped or damaged, water or other liquid(s) have been spilled into the electrical

components or the unit does not operate normally.

•WARNING: This instrument is not for use in explosive environments.

•RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE: Once you have read this manual, keep it handy

for others to read or refer to when they need to operate the unit.

Disposal

Instructions for disposal: Please dispose of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at

designated collection points for the recycling of such equipment.

Proprietary Notice

The contents of this manual are the property of X-Rite PANTONE® and are copyrighted. Any reproduction in

whole or part is strictly prohibited. Publication of this information does not imply any rights to reproduce or

use this manual for any purpose other than installing, operating, or maintaining this instrument. No part of

this manual may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any

language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, magnetic, mechanical, optical,

manual, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of an officer of X-Rite PANTONE®. This product

Warranty Information

X-Rite PANTONE® warrants this Product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve

(12) months from the date of shipment from X-Rite PANTONE®’s facility, unless mandatory law provides for

longer periods. During such time, X-Rite PANTONE® will either replace or repair at its discretion defective

parts free of charge.

X-Rite PANTONE®’s warranties herein do not cover failure of warranted goods resulting from: (i) damage

after shipment, accident, abuse, misuse, neglect, alteration or any other use not in accordance with X-Rite

PANTONE®’s recommendations, accompanying documentation, published specifications, and standard

industry practice; (ii) using the device in an operating environment outside the recommended specifications

or failure to follow the maintenance procedures in X-Rite PANTONE®’s accompanying documentation or

published specifications; (iii) repair or service by anyone other than X-Rite PANTONE® or its authorized

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representatives; (iv) the failure of the warranted goods caused by use of any parts or consumables not

manufactured, distributed, or approved by X-Rite PANTONE®; (v) any attachments or modifications to the

warranted goods that are not manufactured, distributed or approved by X-Rite PANTONE®. Consumable

parts and Product cleaning are also not covered by the warranty.

X-Rite PANTONE® ‘s sole and exclusive obligation for breach of the above warranties shall be the repair or

replacement of any part, without charge, which within the warranty period is proven to X-Rite PANTONE® ‘s

reasonable satisfaction to have been defective. Repairs or replacement by X-Rite PANTONE® shall not revive

an otherwise expired warranty, nor shall the same extend the duration of a warranty.

Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the defective product to the service center

designated by X-Rite PANTONE®. X-Rite PANTONE® shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the

shipment is to a location within the region in which the X-Rite PANTONE® service center is located. Customer

shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products

returned to any other locations. Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is

evidence that the unit is within the Warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. Do not

try to dismantle the Product. Unauthorized dismantling of the equipment will void all warranty claims.

Contact the X-Rite PANTONE® Support or the nearest X-Rite PANTONE® Service Center, if you believe that

the unit does not work anymore or does not work correctly.

THESE WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN SOLELY TO BUYER AND ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED

OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS

FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR APPLICATION, AND NONINFRINGEMENT. NO EMPLOYEE OR AGENT OF X-

RITE PANTONE®, OTHER THAN AN OFFICER OF X-RITE PANTONE®, IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY WARRANTY

IN ADDITION TO THE FOREGOING.

IN NO EVENT WILL X-RITE PANTONE® BE LIABLE FOR ANY OF BUYER’S MANUFACTURING COSTS, OVERHEAD,

LOST PROFITS, GOODWILL, OTHER EXPENSES OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES BASED UPON BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT TORT,

OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. IN ANY EVENT OF LIABILITY, X-RITE PANTONE®’S MAXIMUM LIABILITY

HEREUNDER WILL NOT EXCEED THE PRICE OF THE GOODS OR SERVICES FURNISHED BY X-RITE PANTONE®

GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.

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Introduction and Installation

The Judge QC is a visual colour evaluation system which provides selectable standardized light sources.

Switch Panel

Key Features

Five light sources:

-Daylight: CIE D65 (6500 K) or CIE D50 (5000 K)

-Store 1 or Daylight: Halophosphor - Cool White (CWF) (4100 K) or CIE D50 (5000 K) in Dual Daylight

Models

-Store 2: Triphosphor - 840 (4000 K) or 835 (3500 K) or 830 (3000 K) or Halophosphor - Cool White

(CWF) (4100 K)

Canopy

Back, Sides

and Base

Switch Panel

Light Source LED:

Illuminates Blue when the

selected light source is in

use

‘Lamp Status’ LED

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-Home: CIE Illuminant A (2856 K)

-UV: Ultraviolet (Fluorescent Black Light)

NOTE: Refer to the light source table displayed on the outside of the canopy to identify exactly which lamp

types are fitted in the cabinet.

Other features:

-Balanced light that conforms to or exceeds published international standards for the visual

evaluation of color.

-A ‘Lamp Status’ LED indicates when lamps are nearing the end of their usable life.

-Durable, neutral matte paint finish - Munsell N7.

-Instant illumination allows for rapid switching between light sources.

-Switch panel features embossed keys to guide the user during fingertip operation.

Recommendations for Placement

•NEVER BLOCK ACCESS TO THE MAINS INLET AND POWER SWITCH. The mains inlet and power

switch are located at the rear of the unit.

•DO NOT BLOCK VENTS: The vents allow air to circulate between the canopy interior and the

ambient air. Blocking the vents will cause hot air to build up within the canopy which may result in

inaccurate lighting conditions, damage to the equipment, and possible personal injury.

Make certain that the unit is placed on a stable, vibration-free surface that will support the weight of the

unit. Assembled weight 27 Kg.

When choosing where to position the cabinet the following factors should be taken into consideration:

•Avoid placing in the immediate vicinity of other light sources, i.e. windows, luminaires, spot lights,

etc.

•If lighting in the immediate vicinity is required we recommend VeriVide artificial daylight at a level of

approximately 200 to 300 lux.

•Nearby windows should be fitted with suitable light excluding blinds.

•Strong colours should not be visible in the observer’s field of view. Ideally, the walls directly behind

the cabinet should be neutral grey – Munsell N7.

•The operator carrying out a visual assessment should not wear clothing of a strong colour.

•The ideal ambient temperature of the room should be between 18 to 25°C.

‘Lamp Status’ Hour Count Day Count Action

GREEN 0-1900 0-334 None

–

Lamps are within the manufactures

stated lifetime.

RED / GREEN

(FLASHING) 1901-1999 335-364 Order replacement lamps

–

lamps are

approaching the end of their usable life.

RED 2000 365

Replace lamps

–

lamps are no longer within the

manufactures stated lifetime.

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Cabinet Assembly

•CANOPY WEIGHS APPROXIMATELY 15 KG. ASSEMBLED UNIT WEIGHS APPROXIMATELY 27 KG.

Take care when lifting and obey manual handling safety procedures.

•TAKE CARE NOT TO TRAP FINGERS OR HANDS WHEN PLACING THE CANOPY ON TO THE BACK,

SIDES AND BASE DURING ASSEMBLY. Place hands under the front edge and on the external

surfaces of the canopy only.

Move the cabinet shipping container to the general area that the cabinet is to be used. Be sure to allow

sufficient room for assembly. Carefully examine shipping containers for contents before discarding.

Please check the content of the shipping container includes the following:

-Base Panel

-Left Side

-Right Side

-Back Panel

-Canopy

-Fixings and tool

-Power cable

-User Manual

-Documentation and registration material

TAKE CARE to avoid scratching the surface of any of the items in the following assembly steps.

Step 1. Slide the Base Panel (1) into the Left Side (2).

Step 2. Secure the Base Panel (1) to the Left Side (2) using two Screws (a).

(1)

(2)

(1)

(2)

(a)(a)

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Step 3. Repeat steps 1. and 2. for the Right Side (3).

Step 4. Slide the Back Panel (4) down inside the folds on the Left Side (2) and Right Side (3), until it rests on

the Base Panel (1).

Step 5. Secure the Back Panel (4) to the Base Panel (1) using one Screw (a).

(1) (3)

(2)

(a)

(4)

(3)

(2)

(1)

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Step 6. Place the Canopy (5) on to the assembled Back, Sides and Base.

Step 7. Secure the Canopy (5) in place using four Screws (a).

(a)

(4)

(5)

(a)

(5)

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Specifications

Dimensions

Shipping Dimensions

H 545 mm x D 535 mm x W 685 mm

H 340 mm x D 670 mm x W 830 mm

Weight

Shipping Weight

27 Kg

31.5 Kg

Electrical Power

2.5A 100/115/127/230Vac 50/60Hz

Main Fuse

Inlet Socket

Live - 2.5A

Neutral – 2.5A

Power Cord

Connector: country specific

Plug: IEC 60320 C13 type

Safety Compliance Pollution Degree: 2

Usage: Indoor

Altitude: 2000M

Transient Overvoltage: Category II

Environmental

Specification

Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by X-Rite PANTONE®, the protection provided

by the equipment may be impaired.

•CAUTION! THIS UNIT MUST BE EARTHED. DO NOT connect to an ungrounded outlet. DO NOT use

with 2-wire extension cords or adaptors.

•CHECK VOLTAGE SETTING PRIOR TO PLUGING IN THE UNIT. Applying the incorrect voltage may

cause the fuses to blow. Contact your local X-Rite representative for replacement fuses and follow

the fuse replacement procedure in this manual.

•ALWAYS UNPLUG THE UNIT BEFORE CHANGING THE VOLTAGE SELECTOR OR FUSE.

•USE ONLY A PROPER POWER SOURCE: Use the proper power source for this unit. Consult the

power label on the back of the unit for this information. Operation with a power source not

specified on the power label may result in inaccurate lighting conditions, damage to the

equipment, and possible personal injury.

Operation

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Applying Power to the Assembled Unit

1. The mains inlet socket and power switch is located on the rear of the cabinet.

2. Check the voltage before applying power to the unit. To check the voltage, identify the voltage

displayed in the ‘Voltage Indicator Window’ of the fuse drawer.

3. If the voltage displayed is correct, plug the power cord into the mains inlet socket, then plug the

cord into a properly rated wall socket.

4. Switch on the power switch.

5. Proceed to "Selecting a Light Source" below.

6. IF THE VOLTAGE DISPLAYED IS

INCORRECT

proceed to "Changing the Voltage Selection Unit" below.

Changing the Voltage Selection Unit

•ALWAYS UNPLUG THE UNIT BEFORE CHANGING THE VOLTAGE SELECTOR OR FUSE.

1. To remove the Fuse Drawer, insert a small flat bladed screwdriver or similar sized tool into the Fuse

Drawer Release, indicated above. The fuse drawer will spring out far enough to grasp the drawer

and remove it completely.

2. Note the voltage displayed in the window. If a different voltage is needed, remove the gray Voltage

Selection Unit and rotate to display the desired voltage in the Voltage Indicator Window. Reinsert

the Voltage Selection Unit into its housing.

Voltage Indicator Window

Example shows 115 V

Mains Inlet Socket Fuse Drawer

Power Switch

Fuse Drawer Release

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3. With both fuses properly seated, slide the Fuse Drawer back into the unit. Gently press the Fuse

Drawer until you hear a distinct click.

4. Reconnect the power cord to the unit and apply power. If the unit shows signs that the fuses may

have blown again contact your X-Rite PANTONE® Service Representative.

Fuse Check and Replacement Procedure

•ALWAYS UNPLUG THE UNIT BEFORE CHANGING THE VOLTAGE SELECTOR OR FUSE.

1. Locate the Fuse Drawer at the rear of the unit and record the number exposed in the Voltage

Indicator Window. This number represents the AC power setting (VAC) and will be one of the

following: 100, 115, 127, 230.

2. Follow Step 1. above - Changing the Voltage Selector Unit to remove the fuse drawer.

3. Remove and inspect the two fuses. If there is evidence that one or both fuses have blown, replace

them with T2.5A H250V fuses. Both the fuses should be always used.

4. With both fuses properly seated, slide the Fuse Drawer back into the unit. Before you close it, make

certain to look at the Voltage Indicator Window to verify the proper voltage is displayed.

5. Gently press the Fuse Drawer until you hear a distinct click.

6. Reconnect the power cord to the unit and apply power. If the unit shows signs that the fuses may

have blown again contact your X-Rite PANTONE® Service Representative.

Selecting a Light Source

NOTE: Refer to the light source table displayed on the outside of the canopy to identify exactly which lamp

types are fitted in the cabinet.

-The LEDs above the buttons will illuminate blue when a light source is turned on.

-All switches except the UV are interlocked; meaning that when another light source button is

pressed the previously selected light source will switch off.

-Pressing the same button again will also turn off the light source.

Press the button labeled:

1. DAYLIGHT for the daylight light source;

2. STORE 1 or DAYLIGHT D50 for the first point of sale or CIE D50 light source;

3. STORE 2 for the second point of sale light source;

4. HOME for the incandescent light source;

5. UV for the ultraviolet light source. Note: The ultraviolet light source (UV) can be used in combination

with any of the light sources or by itself for evaluation of optical brighteners, whitening agents, or

fluorescent dyes or pigments;

6. Pressing the same button again will turn off the light source.

7. The LEDs above each button will illuminate blue when the light source is turned on.

Changing Lamps

•UNPLUG THE UNIT BEFORE CHANGING THE LAMPS: Always unplug the unit before you change the

lamps.

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•ALLOW THE LAMPS TO COOL BEFORE HANDLING THEM. Diffuser and lamps get hot during

operation. Allow time to cool before touching.

•CAREFULLY HANDLE THE LAMPS: The lamps are made from glass. Take care not to knock or drop

them. Always use lens paper or an equivalent to handle the replacement filament lamps. Skin oils

interfere with lamp performance.

1. When the ‘Lamp Status’ indicator is flashing RED all of the lamps within the cabinet should be

replaced.

2. To remove the fluorescent lamps rotate the bulb until the pins are able to slide loose from their

fittings.

3. Remove the diffuser by unscrewing the four bolts to access the halogen bulbs.

4. Replace the lamps according to the configuration below;

Note: Always use lens paper or an equivalent to handle the replacement filament lamps. Skin oils

interfere with lamp performance.

Single Daylight:

Dual Daylight:

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5. Verify that the lamps are replaced properly by illuminating each one separately to make certain that

the operating switch turns the desired lamp ON and OFF.

6. To reset the lamp status indicator:

a) Push and hold the three buttons circled below for 3 seconds. The blue LED’s above will all

illuminate when this has registered.

b) Then push and hold the second button from the left for 3 seconds.

c) Switch the power off unit. The lamp status indicator is reset and will only resume counting from

when the unit is next powered up.

Replacement Lamps

•SERVICE PROPERLY: With the exception of lamp replacement, do not attempt to service this

product yourself. If you should attempt unauthorized repairs, you invalidate the warranty that is

active on your unit. For any other malfunctions in operation, contact X-Rite Technical Service.

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Parts: Consult your X-Rite Price List for additional Lamp Kit Options or call your local X-Rite office.

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