X-Rite SP52 User manual

SP52
SPHERE SPECTROPHOTOMETER
Operator’s Manual

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Dear X-Rite Customer:
Congratulations! We at X-Rite, Incorporated are proud to
present you with a X-Rite SP52 Sphere Spectrophotometer. This
instrument represents the very latest in microcontrollers,
integrated circuits, optics, and display technology. As a result,
your X-Rite instrument is a rugged and reliable instrument whose
performance and design exhibit the qualities of a finely
engineered instrument, which is not surpassed.
To fully appreciate and protect your investment, we suggest that you
take the necessary time to read and fully understand this manual. As
always, X-Rite stands behind your instrument with a one-year limited
warranty, and a dedicated service organization. If the need arises,
please don’t hesitate to call us. The X-Rite customer service
telephone number is: 1-800-248-9748.
Thank you for your trust and confidence.
X-Rite, Incorporated

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Federal Communications Commission Notice
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.
NOTE: Shielded interface cables must be used in order to maintain compliance with the desired
FCC and European emission requirements.
Industry Canada Compliance Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numeriques de la class A prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage
radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des Communications du Canada.
AVERTISSEMENT : Des câbles d'interface blindés doivent être utilisés afin de se conformer
aux règlements européens et FCC (USA)sur l'émission.
ACHTUNG: Um das Produkt innerhalb der FCC (Vereinigten Staaten) und den
europäischen Emissions-Richtlinien zu halten, müssen geschirmte Schnittstellenkabel
verwendet werden.
AVISO: Para satisfacer las deseadas regulaciones de emisión para Europa y el FCC,
se debe utilizar los cables de interfaz protegidos contra las interferencias
electromagnéticas.
AVERTISSEMENT: Des câbles d’interface blindés doivent être utilisés afin de se
conformer aux règlements d’émission européens et de FCC (Etats-Unis).
AVVISO: Per conformare con i desiderati regolamentazioni di emissione per Europa
ed il FCC, utilizzare i cavi d'interfaccia protetti contro l'interferenze
electtromagnetiche.
WARNING: This instrument is not for use in explosive environment.
WARNUNG: Das Gerät darf in einer explosiven Umgebung NICHT verwendet
werden.
ADVERTENCIA - NO use este aparato en los ambientes explosivos.
ATTENTION: Cet instrument NE DOIT PAS être utilisé dans un environnement
explosif.
AVVERTIMENTO - NON usare questo apparecchio in ambienti esplosivi.

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CAUTION: Operational hazard exists if battery chargers other than X-Rite SE30-
81 (115V) or SE30-77 (100-240V) is used. Use only X-Rite battery pack SP62-79-
23, other types may burst causing personal injury.
VORSICHT: Betriebs- und Verletzungsgefahr besteht bei Gebrauch von anderen
Adaptern als X-Rite SE30-81 (115 V) oder SE30-77 (100-240 V). Verwenden Sie
nur den X-Rite Akkupack SP62-79-23.
ADVERTENCIA: No use otro cargador de las pilas que no sea la pieza X-Rite
SE30-81 (115V) o SE30-77 (100-240V), para evitar el riesgo de mal
funcionamiento del equipo. Use solamente las pilas SP62-79-23 de X-Rite, es
posible que los otros tipos puedan estallar y causar daños corporales.
ATTENTION: Pour ne pas causer un mauvais fonctionnement de l'appareil,
veillez à utiliser uniquement les chargeurs de batterie X-Rite SE30-81 (115 V) ou
SE30-77 (100-240 V). Veillez aussi à utiliser uniquement la batterie X-Rite SP62-
79-23, d'autres batteries pouvant exploser et causer des blessures.
AVVERTENZA: Non usare un altro caricabatterie che non è del pezzo X-Rite
SE30-81 (115V) o SE30-77 (100-240V), per evitare il rischio di malfunzionamento
dell'apparecchio. Usare solamente gli accumulatori SP62-79-23 di X-Rite, è possibile
che altri tipi possano scoppiare e causare danno personale.
The Manufacturer: X-Rite, Incorporated
Der Hersteller: 4300 44th Street, S.E.
El fabricante: Grand Rapids, Michigan 49512
Le fabricant:
Il fabbricante:
Declares that: Spectrophotometer
gibt bekannt dass: SP52
advierte que:
avertit que:
avverte che:
is not intended to be connected to a public telecommunications network.
nicht an ein öffentliches Telekommunikations-Netzwerk angeschlossen werden soll.
no debe ser conectado a redes de telecomunicaciones públicas.
ne doit pas être relié à un réseau de télécommunications publique.
non deve essere connettuto a reti di telecomunicazioni pubblici.

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CE DECLARATION
Manufacturer's Name: X-Rite, Incorporated
Manufacturer's Address: 4300 44th Street, S.E.
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49512
U.S.A.
Model Name: Spectrophotometer
Model No.: SP52
Directive(s) Conformance: EMC 89/336/EEC LVD 73/23/EEC
WEEE
As of August 13, 2005, X-Rite products meet the European Union –
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive.
Please refer to www.xrite.com for more information on X-Rite’s
compliance with the WEEE directive.
Warning:
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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Table of Contents
Proprietary Notice
Warranty Information
1Overview and Setup 1-1
1.1 Instrument Description ..............................................................1-1
1.2 Unpack and Inspect....................................................................1-2
1.3 Install the Battery Pack..............................................................1-2
1.4 Apply Power..............................................................................1-3
1.5 Charging the Battery Pack.........................................................1-3
1.6 Unlatching the Instrument Shoe ................................................1-4
1.7 Instrument I/O Serial Interface..................................................1-5
1.8 Attaching the Wrist Strap ..........................................................1-5
2User Interface 2-1
2.1 What to Expect ..........................................................................2-1
2.2 Navigation – Basic Operation....................................................2-1
2.2.1 Tab Down key..................................................................2-2
2.2.2 Tab Up key.......................................................................2-2
2.2.3 Enter key..........................................................................2-2
2.2.4 Escape key........................................................................2-2
2.2.5 Main Menu key................................................................2-2
2.2.6 Read key...........................................................................2-2
2.3 Measure Mode Screen ...............................................................2-2
2.3.1 Sample Information..........................................................2-3
2.3.2 Controls............................................................................2-3
2.3.3 User Dialog......................................................................2-3
2.3.4 Measurement Information................................................2-3
2.4 Using the Instrument Keys ........................................................2-3
2.4.1 Opening a Mode or Menu ................................................2-4
2.4.2 Opening a Pop-Up List Box.............................................2-4
2.4.3 Using the Alphanumeric Editor........................................2-4
2.4.4 Using the Location/Sample Editor...................................2-5
2.5 Instrument Indicator Light.........................................................2-5
2.6 Important Measurement Techniques .........................................2-6
3Instrument Calibration 3-1
3.1 General Information...................................................................3-1
3.2 Positioning the Instrument on the Reference.............................3-2
3.3 Calibration Procedure................................................................3-3
4Instrument Operations 4-1

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4.1 General Information...................................................................4-1
4.1.1 Sample Averaging............................................................4-1
4.2 Measure Mode...........................................................................4-1
5Instrument Configuration 5-1
5.1 General Information...................................................................5-1
5.2 Language ...................................................................................5-1
5.3 Database Tools ..........................................................................5-2
5.3.1 Add Location Name or Sample Name .............................5-3
5.3.2 Factory Presets.................................................................5-4
5.3.3 Clear all Databases...........................................................5-4
5.3.4 Clear All Samples ............................................................5-4
5.3.5 Clear All Locations..........................................................5-5
5.4 Security......................................................................................5-5
6Service and General Maintenance 6-1
6.1 Repair Information ....................................................................6-1
6.2 Cleaning the Instrument.............................................................6-1
6.2.1 General Cleaning..............................................................6-1
6.2.2 Cleaning the Optics..........................................................6-1
6.2.3 Cleaning the Calibration Reference .................................6-2
6.3 Replacing the Battery Pack........................................................6-3
7Appendices 7-1
7.1 Instrument Specifications ..........................................................7-1
7.2 Error Messages..........................................................................7-2

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Proprietary Notice
The information contained in this manual is derived from patent and proprietary data
of X-Rite, Incorporated. This manual has been prepared solely for the purpose of
assisting in the use and general maintenance of this instrument.
The contents of this manual are the property of X-Rite, Incorporated 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
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instrument. No part of this manual may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted,
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This instrument may be covered by one or more patents. Refer to the instrument for
actual patent numbers.
Copyright © 2007 by X-Rite, Incorporated
“ALL RIGHTS RESERVED”
X-Rite® is a registered trademark of X-Rite, Incorporated. All other logos, brand names, and
product names mentioned are the properties of their respective holders.
Warranty Information
X-Rite, Incorporated (“X-Rite”) warrants each instrument manufactured to be free of
defects in material and workmanship (excluding battery pack) for a period of 12
months. This warranty shall be fulfilled by the repair or replacement, at the option of
X-Rite, of any part or parts, free of charge including labor, F.O.B. its factory or
authorized service center.
This warranty shall be voided by any repair, alteration, or modification, by persons
other than employees of X-Rite, or those expressly authorized by X-Rite to perform
repairs, and by any abuse, misuse, or neglect of the product, or by use not in
accordance with X-Rite’s published instructions.
X-Rite reserves the right to make changes in design and /or improvements to its
products without any obligation to include these changes in any products previously
manufactured. Correction of defects by repair or replacement shall constitute
fulfillment of all warranty obligations on the part of X-Rite.
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FOR THAT PURPOSE.
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Michigan and jurisdiction and venue shall lie with the courts of Michigan as selected
by X-Rite, Incorporated.

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SP52
SPHERE SPECTROPHOTOMETER
1-1
1Overview and Setup
Instrument Description 1-1
Features 1-2
Unpacking and Inspection 1-2
Installing the Battery Pack 1-2
Applying Power 1-3
Charging Battery Pack 1-3
Unlatching the Instrument Shoe 1-4
Instrument I/O Serial Interface 1-5
Attaching the Wrist Strap 1-5
1.1 Instrument Description
The SP52 Sphere Spectrophotometer is used to measure and
store sample color readings. When samples are stored, the
instrument is used in conjunction with a ColorDesigner
software package.
The spectrophotometer can measure color samples on a variety
of materials, including, paper, textiles and various painted
objects.
Target Window
Graphic Display
I/O Port
Power Input
Escape Key
Tab Key
Tab Key Main Menu Key
Read Key
Battery Switch
Indicator Light
Instrument Shoe
Enter Key

CHAPTER ONE
1-2
1.2 Unpack and Inspect
After removing the instrument from the shipping carton, inspect it
for damage. If any damage has occurred during shipping,
immediately contact the transportation company. Do not proceed
with installation until the carrier’s agent has inspected the damage.
Your instrument was packaged in a specially designed carton to
assure against damage. If shipment is necessary, the instrument
should be packaged in the original carton. If the original carton
is not available, contact X-Rite to have a replacement carton
shipped to you.
1.3 Install the Battery Pack
The instrument is shipped from the factory with the battery pack
removed. The battery pack is located in a carrying case
compartment and must be installed before the instrument is used.
1. Hold the shoe next to the instrument housing and lift
upward on the spring-loaded latch (refer to Unlatching the
Instrument Shoe). Open the shoe perpendicular to the
instrument housing.
2. Carefully rotate the instrument over and rest it on its top.
3. Slide the battery pack into the compartment with the battery
connector facing down and to the back of the instrument.
4. Press down on the pack until the connector is properly
seated and the tabs click into position.
Battery Connecto
r
Battery Pack

OVERVIEW AND SETUP
1-3
1.4 Apply Power
The Battery switch—located on the back of the instrument—
turns the instrument off and on during battery operation. When
the AC adapter is attached, the instrument remains on and the
battery switch has no effect.
Taking a measurement or pressing a key turns the instrument
back on during a power-down. However, if the instrument is
turned off with the battery switch you must turn it back on with
the battery switch.
1.5 Charging the Battery Pack
NOTE: The battery pack must be installed before plugging in the AC
Adapter.
Only use the AC Adapter supplied or the optional battery
charger (P/N SPCHG) to charge the battery pack. The battery
pack must remain in the instrument at all times to operate.
Before initial “remote” use of the instrument, charge the battery
pack for approximately four hours. However, if immediate use
is required, the instrument can be operated “tethered” to the AC
adapter during battery charging.
To attach the AC adapter:
1. Verify that the voltage indicated on the adapter complies
with the AC line voltage in your area. If not, contact
X-Rite or an authorized representative.
2. Insert the small plug from the adapter into the power-input
connector on the instrument. (If you are using serial cable
SE108-92, you may insert the small plug into the power
connector at the end of the cable.)
Battery Switch
A
C Adapter Input

CHAPTER ONE
1-4
3. Plug the adapter into an AC wall receptacle.
1.6 Unlatching the Instrument Shoe
The shoe can be pivoted open 180° from its closed position.
To Unlatch the Instrument Shoe:
1. Hold the shoe next to the instrument housing and lift
upward on the spring-loaded latch.
2. Slowly allow the shoe to pivot toward the back of the
instrument and release the latch.
To latch the Instrument Shoe:
1. Simply close the shoe to the instrument. The latch is
spring-loaded and automatically latches to the shoe catch.
Shoe Latch Lift Upwards
Small Plug
A
dapte
r
Power Input

OVERVIEW AND SETUP
1-5
1.7 Instrument I/O Serial Interface
The instrument is connected to your ColorDesigner system
computer using an interface cable.
To install the interface cabling:
1. Insert the modular end of the interface cable into the I/O
port located on the back of the instrument. The cable
connector “clicks” when properly attached.
2. Attach the other end of the cable to an available serial port
on your computer.
1.8 Attaching the Wrist Strap
A security wrist strap is included to safeguard against
accidentally dropping of the instrument. The strap is attached to
the instrument by simply securing the clasp to the designated
location on the back of the housing. Adjust the strap by sliding
the sleeve to tighten around your wrist.
Connection Location
Strap Clasp
A
djustable Sleeve
Serial I/O Port

CHAPTER ONE
1-6

SP52
SPHERE SPECTROPHOTOMETER
2-1
2User Interface
What to Expect 2-1
Navigation – Basic Key Operation 2-1
Measurement Mode 2-2
Using the Instrument Keys 2-3
Instrument Indicator Light 2-3
Important Measurement Techniques 2-4
2.1 What to Expect
When the instrument is powered-up, the Measure Mode screen
appears. Measure Mode operation is covered in Section Four.
The screen shown below is the main (top level) screen. The left
side of the main menu screen lists all available modes. The
right side of the screen lists instrument model and firmware
version information.
–MAIN MENU–
Measure
Calibrate
Configuration
SP52
——————
XXXX
******
2.2 Navigation – Basic Operation
Perform reading and mode/option navigation with the six keys
arranged around the display screen. Each key has a unique
symbol for performing a specific operation.
–MAIN MENU–
Measure
Calibrate
Configuration
SP52
——————
XXXX
******
!$@ #
%
Main Menu Key
Instrument Read Key
Tab Up Key
Tab Down Key
Escape Key
Enter Key
Serial Numbe
r
Firmware Version
Instrument Model

CHAPTER TWO
2-2
2.2.1 Tab Down key
Advances the highlighted bar (reverse image) to the next
available “tab stop.” A “tab stop” indicates an item that can be
acted on further, such as a menu item. Tab stops generally
follow a left-to-right or top-to-bottom sequence.
2.2.2 Tab Up key
Performs the same function as the Tab Down key except in
reverse order. Tab stops follow a right-to-left or bottom-to-top
sequence.
2.2.3 Enter key
Activates the highlighted item. When entering an active mode
from the main menu, the active mode is displayed with the
highlight on the first required operation in the mode.
2.2.4 Escape key
Backs up the instrument screen one menu level.
2.2.5 Main Menu key
Returns the instrument screen to the main menu. This is a quick
exit out of any mode. If any option is being modified at the
time the key is pressed, the edits are aborted and the previous
setting reinstated.
2.2.6 Read key
Initiates a reading when pressed. Note, this function is only
activated through an RCI command. Not all applications utilize
this functionality.
2.3 Measure Mode Screen
The Measure Mode screen consists of four main areas: Sample
information, Controls, User dialog, and Measurement
information.
Location A: Bedroom
Sample 1: Door Trim
SAVE
RESET
Averages:1
<Select a location>
@
$
#
!
%
Controls
Sample and/or Fan
Deck Information Measurement
Information
User Dialog

USER INTERFACE
2-3
2.3.1 Sample Information
This area displays the location name, sample name and samples
stored in the selected location. Pressing the Enter #key when
Location is highlighted provides access to the selection
editor. Pressing the Enter #key when Bedroom (user defined
location name) or Door Trim (user defined sample name) is
highlighted provides access to the location names or sample
names stored in the instrument.
2.3.2 Controls
This portion of the screen is used to save or reset the current
sample measurement. Pressing the Enter #key when SAVE is
highlighted stores the current measurement in the instrument.
Pressing the Enter #key when RESET is highlighted reset the
average counter to zero for the current sample.
2.3.3 User Dialog
This portion of the screen indicates the current mode or
condition of the instrument. For example, if the highlighted tab
stop focus is on Location A, the user dialog would display
<Select a location>. Measurement conditions are also
displayed in this location.
2.3.4 Measurement Information
This portion of the screen displays how many measurements
have been completed on the current sample..
2.4 Using the Instrument Keys
There are several techniques used to navigate through the
instrument screens, select functions and settings, and define
names.

CHAPTER TWO
2-4
2.4.1 Opening a Mode or Menu
Opening a mode or menu gives you access to additional items
related to the menu or specific information for a mode.
–MAIN MENU–
Measure
Calibrate
Configuration
SP52
——————
XXXX
******
To open a mode or menu:
1. Use the Tab Up key $or Tab Down key @to highlight the
desired mode or menu item.
2. Press the Enter #key.
2.4.2 Opening a Pop-Up List Box
Opening a pop-up list box allows you to select items and/or
change settings for a selection or function. Below is an example
of a list box.
Configuration
Language : English
Database Tools...
Security is Off
To open an pop-up list box:
1. Use the Tab keys $@ to highlight the desired selection or
function.
2. Press the Enter #key to access the pop-up list box.
2.4.3 Using the Alphanumeric Editor
Location and sample names can be edited using the
alphanumeric editor if you do not have an optional barcode
reader. Selecting Clear in the editor provides a quick method
of removing all characters in the string. Pressing the Tab keys
$@ simultaneously clears the selected character. Below is an
example of the editor.
New Location Name
Clear
↓
ooooooooo0000000000
↑
Save & Exit
Configuration
Language : English
Database Tools...
Security is Off
Set Language
English
Deutsch
Français
↓
Pop-Up List Box
A-H
↑
B
C
D
↓
Editor