X-Rite X-RiteColor DTP34 User manual

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Table of Contents
Overview
and
Setup
3
Instrument
Descriptio
n
3
Unpacking
and
Inspection
3
Instrument
Interface
4
Applying
Power
4
Instrument
LED
Indicator
5
Calibration 6
Frequency
of
Calibration
6
Positioning
the
Instrument
on
the
Calibration
Reference
6
Quick
Calibration
6
Full
Calibration
6
Measurements 7
Measurement
Notes
and
Tips
7
Strip
Measurement
8
Spot
Measurement
9
Troubleshooting
and
Service
10
Troubleshooting 10
Instrument
Reset
11
Service
Information
11
General
Maintenance
12
Cleaning
the
Instrument
12
Cleaning
the
Reflection
Reference
12
Instrument
Specifications
14
Appendix
A
-
Operational
considerations
between
a
DTP32R
and
a
DTP34
16
Operation 16
Appendix
B
-
Barcode
Operation
17

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Overview and Setup
Instrument Description
X-RiteColor
®
DTP34 QuickCal Densitometer is a
color measurement instrum
ent that reports densitometric and dot
data. The instrument is
designed to calibrate color output devices
including large format printers, proofers, and
digitally connected color copiers. X-RiteColor
®
DTP34 QuickCal Densitometer is
a “drop-in” replacement for the
X-Rite DTP32 instrument.
This manual covers the installation, calibration and maintenance of the X-RiteColor DTP34
QuickCal Densitometer.
Specific instructions for using the instrument with your third-party software program can be found in the third-party
software documentation.
As the DTP34 QuickCal Densitometer is designed to
be a drop-in replacement for the DTP32 Automatic Strip
Reading Densitomet
er, reflection versions, it will by default report itself as a DTP32.
Most existing software
packages will refere
nce a DTP32 in their connection menu while newer soft
ware may use DTP34.
Select DTP34 if
it is available, otherwise select the DTP32.
Refer to Appendix B for further differences. See the Readme file on
the
CD for any late changes or known issues.
Unpacking and Inspection
After removing the instrument from the shipping carton, inspect it for damage. If any damage has occurred during
shipping, immedia
tely 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
instrumen
t should be packaged in the original carton along with all
the accessories. If the original carton is not
available, contact X-Rite to have a replacement shipped to you.
Interface Cable
Connection
Three Color
LED Indicators
Centerline Alignment Mark
Read Button
Centerline Alignment Mark
Center Notch

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Instrument Interface
The Quick Cal Densitometer must be interfaced directly with one of the
computer’s Serial or USB ports. For
attachment to a Mac Mini-DIN 8 Serial Port, you need
to use the optional adapter
(P/N SE108-DB
9PA-01).
1.
Quit all programs and shut down
the computer before installing interface cabling.
2.
Connect appropriate interface cables as
shown.
CAUTION:
Use only the 115V/230V Switching Power Supply (SE30-87) to
power the instrument.
3.
Plug the small end of
the switching power supply into the power input connector of
the interface cable.
4.
Plug the detachable line cord into
the power supply and then into
the AC wall receptacle. The
instrument does not have a ON/OFF switch.
USB Driver Installation
(Windows only)
A USB driver must be install in the
computer to allow the instrument to work with your software application if the
USB interface cable is used. Follow the steps below to
install the required USB driver.
1.
Make sure the switching power supply is plugged
into the instrument and the computer in
on.
2.
After the USB cable is plugged into your
computer, you must install the USB driver that came with your
instrument.
3.
The USB driver is located in the
Driver folder on the DTP34 Manuals and
Utilities CD.
SE108-96-02
Interface Cable
SE108-DB9PA-01
(Optional)
PC
DB9
MAC
Mini-DIN 8
SE30-87 Switching
Power Supply
Detachable Line Cord
(optional)
AC Wall
Receptacle
Power Input
Grasp and push the
connector at this
location to insert.
Grasp and pull the
connector at this
location to remove.
USB
SE108-97-02
Interface Cable
Locking
Connector
Operation

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Instrument LED Indicator
The LED indicates a variety of instrument operation conditions, such as calibration mode, and operation. Below is a
complete list of all conditions reported by the LED.
Operation Mode
•
Solid Green
—self-test passed and instrument is ready for use with defined strip.
•
Slow Flashing Green—
strip reading in progress or waiting to read a
strip
.
•
Fast Flashing Green
—strip reading was attempted but the wrong strip was read, or strip was skewed during
reading.
•
Flashing Amber/Green
—a configuration barcode was scanned and the instrument is waiting for the 2
nd
or 3
rd
barcode pass.
•
Fast Flashing Amber/Green
—there was an error in recognizing a barcode or
the configuration failed. Reread
the entire barcode, starting with the
first pass.
Calibration Mode
•
Solid Amber
—calibration is required before any measurements can be taken.
•
Slow Flashing Amber
—instrument calibrati
on in
progress (strip being read).
•
Solid Green after Amber
—instrument calibration was successful and instrument is ready for use.
Error/Reset Mode
NOTE:
When the instrument is first turned on the LED will be
red while it performs its self-tests. The self-
tests will complete in approximately 2 to 3 seconds, at which time it will turn green under normal
conditions.
•
Fast Flashing Red
—incorrect power supply attached. Verify correct 12-volt power
supply is used.
•
Slow Flashing Red
—a factory reset is in progress.
•
Flashing Red/Green
— the host firmware loader program is reprogramming the instrument.

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Calibration
The X-RiteColor Quick Cal Densitometer has a unique semi automatic calibration feature. When the reflection
reference is scanned, the calibration values are
also automatically scanned.
Frequency of Calibration
Your QuickCal Densitometer should have a Quick
Calibration perform
ed weekly. A
Full Calibration should be
performed annually, during heavy usage
to provide accurate measurements, or if
the Quick Calibration consistently
fails.
Typically, the host computer prompts for an instrument calibr
ation (amber LED) when required but the process
can be invoked manually at any time.
Refer to the following procedu
re for details on the calibratio
n process.
Positioning the Instrument on the Calibration Reference
Handle the reflection reference by the edges. Make sure that the reflection reference is free of dust,
dirt and
smudgemark
s. Refer to
General Maintenance Section for cleaning procedure. Always store the reflection reference
in it protective envelope away from light
and heat.
NOTE:
To obtain the most accurate calibration,
hold the instrument with consistent and
nominal pressure
during the calibration procedures.
Position the instrument on the
designated location of the reflection reference (indicated by a
dotted outline of the
instrument). Do Not move the instrument more than .25
″
(6.35mm) before reading the strip.
Quick Calibration
A quick calibration can be performed at any time. All that is required is that you
scan the reflection referenc
e as you
would with any other strip. A quick calibration should only be performed after a full calibration has been done.
The
instrument comes from the factory with a full calibration already stored.
1.
Position
instrument
on
reference
as
previously
mentioned.
2.
Press and h
old the but
ton and sca
n the ref
erence to
the opposite
end. Release
the button.
The LED shoul
d
indicate green if calibration was successful. If calibration fails, (fast flashing amber LED), verify the strip is
clean and re-read.
3.
Place the
reflection
reference i
n its pr
otective e
nvelope and
store away
from lig
ht and hea
t.
Full Calibration
NOTE:
If the host computer initiated calibration (amber LED), skip to step 2.
1.
To manually
invoke the
calibration mode, press
and hold
the instrument
button for
a minimum
of three
seconds.
The LED will slowly flash amber when calibration is initiated.
2.
Press and the h
old button (if
not previousl
y held) and sca
n the referenc
e to the opposi
te end. Release
the button.
The LED
should indicate green if calibration was successful. If
calibrati
on fails, (fast flashing amber LED),
verify the strip is clean and re-read.
3.
Place the
reflection
reference i
n its pr
otective e
nvelope and
store away
from lig
ht and hea
t.
Reflection Reference
DTP34-100

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Measurements
Measurement Notes and Tips
•
You should refer to the documentation for the software program that you are using with your instrument. All
applications that utilize this instrument must be running during measurements.
•
The strip must have at least a 1.2
″
(30.5mm) leader before the leading edge of the first step. Contact X
-Rite
Applications Support if additional informat
ion is required. Inspect the strip for spots
or defects on the steps.
Defects may cause inaccurate measurements.
•
If a strip does not have the necessary 1.2
″
(30.5mm) unprinted leader before the first patch or a reading would
cause one or more of the wheels to
be off the sample, follow the steps listed below:
1.
Obtain
extra
pieces
of
the
sample
stock.
2.
Position the pieces so
that all four
wheels of the
instrument ride along
the same
height stock when
patches
are measured.
INCORRECT:
Wheels off the
edge of the paper
or insufficient
leader
.
INCORRECT:
Wheels off the
edge of the paper
.
SOLUTION:
Place
extra stock here.
SOLUTION:
Place
extra stock here.

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•
The darkest patch of a
strip must be read first unless there is at
least 1.1
″
(27.9mm) unprinted trailer after the
last patch.
•
When possible, strips should be read so that
the instrument does not ride on un-read patches. This prevents
accidental marring of un-read patches that may cause reading variations.
•
To obtain consistent measurements the same backer should be
used underneath every sample. ANSI/ISO
specifies a neutral gray of at least 1.5D, which will
appear black. Backers consisting of the same print stock
have also been utilized.
Strip Measurement
The following informatio
n is
provided to familiarize you with reading strips,
a series of
printed control patches.
1.
Select strip
type
to
measure from
the
host
software.
2.
Position the instrument
at the
leading edge of
the strip
to be
measured. The centering alignment
marks should
be centered on the strip
patches.
3.
Press and hol
d the instr
ument butt
on while rol
ling the Qui
ckCal across
the strip. T
he LED indicat
ors will sl
owly
flash green during the reading. For best results, pause with the button depressed before starting a scan,
and
release the button only after the scan has been completed.
4.
A successfull
y reading i
s verified
by a beep and
solid green
LEDs on the i
nstrument, or
a conformat
ion message
on the computer monitor.
Some software packages define strips as “multi-pass” where all color passes must be read before a conformation is
displayed on the monitor. In these cases,
a successful reading of a
color pass is shown
by the instrument slowly
flashing green after the reading. This indicates that you may continue to the next color pass. Fast flashing of green
indicates a re-read is required on the pass. The instruments LEDs will stay at solid green after all passes are
successfully read.
Centering Alignment Mark
Wheel(s)

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Spot Measurement
Your QuickCal Densitometer is designed to read spots, single readings of specific locations. This feature can be
manually activated or if supported, activated by your software application. Refer to
your software program
documentati
on to
see if this
feature is supported.
To manually activate this feature, scan the “Spot Read” X-Rite
Setup Barcode enclosed.
1.
Select
a
desired
target
of
at
least
.5
″
(12.7mm) diameter.
2.
Position the instrument to
line up
the center
of the
target with the
instrument centering alignment marks
and
center notch. The instrument may be placed or rolled into
position over the target.
3.
Press
and
release
the
instrument
button.
4.
A successfull
y reading i
s verified
by a beep and
solid green
LEDs on the i
nstrument, or
a conformat
ion message
on the computer monitor.
Centering Alignment Mark
Center Notch
Desired Target, .5”
(12.7mm) minimum

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Troubleshooting and Service
Troubleshooting
Prior to contacting X-Rite,
Inc. Customer Service for instrument problems try the
applicable solution(s) describe
d
below.
If the condition persists contact a Customer Service Representativ
e (see Service Information).
LEDs are not lit:
•
Ensure that the power supply is plugged in and
connected to the Interface Cable.
•
Insure that the Interface Cable is
properly connected to the instrument.
•
Reset the instrument (see Instrument Reset).
Fast Flashing Amber LEDs:
•
If error persists, clean
instrument and calibration strip (see General Cleaning).
•
Reset the instrument (see Instrument Reset).
Solid Amber LEDs:
•
Instrument needs a calibrat
ion before any strips can be read (see Calibration
section).
Solid Red LEDs:
•
Remove power from the
instrument
, reapply power
and see if
the condition is corrected.
•
Reset the instrument (see
Instrument Reset) and calibrate.
•
This could indicate that the unit may not be programmed properly, which could happen if power was removed
during reprogramming. Try reprogramming the instrument again (refer to the programming instructions that
came with your update).
QuickCal Densitometer and software not communicating:
•
Verify that the instrument LEDs indicate normal operation (see Instrument LED
Indicator). If normal, close and
restart the software application. If this does not work reboot the computer.
•
Remove power from the
instrument
, reapply power
and see if
the condition is corrected.
•
Check for proper configuration setting from the
software provider.
•
Reset the instrument (see Instrument Reset) and calibrate.
Repeated Strip Measurement Failures:
•
Ensure that the strip is
being read in accordance with your
software’s document
ation.
•
Close and restart the
software application.
•
Perform a full calibration on
the instrument (see Full calibration).
•
Reset the instrument (see Instrument Reset).
Repeated Calibration Failures:
•
Clean instrument and reference
(see General Maintenance).
•
Reset the instrument (see Instrument Reset) and calibrate.
Spot Measurement does not work:
•
Ensure that your software supports the Spot Measurement function.
•
Ensure that the instrument’s ‘Spot Read’ function is turned on. (see Barcode Operation).
•
Reset the instrument (see Instrument Reset).
Note
: When performing an
Instrument Reset, which restores the
X-Rite Factory Defaults, you will have to
ensure the correct configuration for your software is
then restored.

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Instrument Reset
The following procedure will reset the factory defaults to
your X-RiteColor QuickCal Densitometer:
1.
Disconnect
power
from
the
instrument.
2.
Push and
hold th
e Read
Button whi
le apply
ing power
to the
instrumen
t.
3.
Hold the
Read Butt
on until
the LEDs
begin t
o flash
red slo
wly.
4.
Release
the
Read
Button.
Service Information
The X-RiteColor Quick Cal Densitometer is covered by a one-year limited warranty and should be referred to an
authorized service center for repairs within the
warranty period.
X-Rite provides repair service to their customers. Because of the complexity of the circuitry, all repairs should be
referred an authorized service center.
X-Rite will repair any instrument past warranty. The customer shall pay shipping
and repair cost to
the authorized
service center, and the instrument shall be submitted in the original carton, as a complete unaltered unit along with
all the supplied accessories.

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Ge
ne
ral
M
a
i
nt
e
nanc
e
Cleaning the Instrument
Your instrument requires very little maintenance to achieve years of
reliable operation. However, to protect your
investment and maintain reading accuracy, a few simple-cleaning procedures should be performed from time to
time.
General Cleaning
•
Whenever required, the exterior of the instrument may be wiped clean with a cloth dampened in water or mild
cleaner.
NOTE: DO NOT use any solvents to the clean the
instrument, this will cause damage to the cover.
Cleaning the Instrument Wheels
•
Turn the instrument upside-down and clean the bottom plate surface and
wheels with a lint
free cloth.
Cleaning the Instrument Optics and Locating Wheel
•
Carefully rotate instrument and blow short bursts of clean, dry air into the measurement aperture and locating
wheel. This should remove any accumulated dust in these areas.
Cleaning the Reflection Reference
•
The reflection reference can be cleaned with a lint free cloth whenever required. Make sure to
return the
reference to its protective case when
finished.
Wheels
Wheels
Bottom Plate Surface
Measurement Aperture
Locating Wheel

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•
If required, a new
calibration reference can be ordered from X-Rite. Order calibration reference part number
DTP34-100-KIT.
Always handle calibration reference by the edges.
Reflection Reference
DTP34-100

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Instrument Specifications
Measurement Geometry
•
Reflection: 0°
/45°per
ANSI/NAPM 2.17 and ANSI/I
SO 5-4
•
Multi-sensor array
Measurement Area
•
2 mm x 4 mm, 2 mm in the direction of travel. Instrument must set on sample for accurate measurement.
Light Source
•
Gas pressure @ 2850°K
•
Lamp file, approx. 1,000,000 scans @ 11” (279.4 mm)
Receiver
•
Blue enhanced silicon photodiodes
Sample Characteristics
•
Patch Size: .400” (10.16 mm) min. in direction of travel by .350” (9 mm) min. wide. 1 mm wide 1.0D contrast space between
patches or .5D min difference between patches.
Measurement Rate
•
>6” (>154mm)/sec maximum controlled by operator.
System Response
•
ANSI/ISO Status T
Output
•
Density, +Dot, -Dot, or Reflectance. Output has x10 capability.
Measurement Range
•
0.00D to 2.50D absolute
Linearity
•
±0.02D or ±2%, 0 to 2.5D
Repeatability
•
±0.01D, 0 to 2.5D
Inter Instrument Agreement
•
±0.02D or 2%, 0 to 2.5D
Zero Stability
•
±0.01D max
I/O Connection
•
DB9 socket and USB (future)
Data Interface
•
Interface: RS-232 with baud rates from 1200 to 19.2k
•
Protocol: RCI commands
Power Requirements
•
+12v @ 700 mA
Environmental
•
Operat
ing ran
ge: +10
°
C (50°
F) to 3
5°
C (104°
F); 30%
to 60%
RH
Physical
•
Height: 4.83 cm (1.90 in.)
•
Width: 6.10 cm (2.40 in.)
•
Length: 11.55 cm (4.55 in.)

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Weight
•
165g. (5.8 oz.)
Provided Accessories
•
Calibration Reference
•
Operation Manual
•
Interface Cable
•
AC Adapter (P/N SE30-87)
Optional Accessories
•
Mac Serial Adapter (P/N SE108-DB9PA-01)
•
25 Pin Serial Adapter (P/N
SE08-231-01)
•
Line Cords
For the most recent list
of supporting third-party software, see
X-RiteColor Enabled Partner literature item L11-031A and L11-031B, or visit
www.x-rite.com/support/partners.asp
and browse to the Support and
Training page.
Specifications and design subject to change without notice.

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Appendix A -
Operational considerations between a DTP32R and a DTP34
The DTP 34
Quick Cal Densitometer is a “drop in
replacement” for the X-Rite DTP32R (R for reflective) strip
reading
densitometer
.
There are a few differences in operation of
the Quick Cal compared to the DTP32. The
DTP32 (see diagram at right) has a
display,
keyboard, and strip guide, whereas the Quick
Cal product has a single key and
the different
process of rea
ding a strip.
In order to use t
he
Quick Cal product where a software
application expects the DTP32 product,
please consider the following.
Operation
Below we list some of the ways that the use of the instruments will differ. The items in
italic
are phrases often
indicated in the host software for the DTP32R.
•
Use of the strip guide
– Insert strip at X
The DTP32R has a
strip guide mechanism that ranged numeri
cally from 5 to 30.
Some software packages indicate a
setting for this guide. These prompts can be ignored with the QuickCal as
no guide is required.
•
Inserting as strip –
Insert Cyan strip
When asked to insert a strip, a
QuickCal user will then position the instrument at the start of the row to
be read,
push the measure button and read. For more
about reading a strip see the Measurement Notes and Tips section of
the Manual.
•
Using the keyboard –
Push Key #X
The DTP32R has four keys to control the menus found on the LCD. The DTP34 does not require unique key
sequences, because it is software driven,
therefore these prompts can be
ignored.
•
Calibration of the instrument –
Go to page 2 to Calibrate
The DTP34 can be
calibrated without using menus, as is required for the DTP32
product. A quick calibration can
be initiated like any other reading, and a full calibration is initiated by holding the button until the lights turn amber.
Please see the calibration section in
the manual for a
full explanation.
•
Configuration of the instrument –
Go to page 3
to Configure the Instrument
Most software wil
l automatical
ly configure and setup the
DTP32R or the DTP34
for use. Often, this equates to
selecting from various communications settings so the software can take over control of the instrument once it is
connected.
For the few packages that require a manual configuration the DTP34 allows manual configurat
ion by
reading X-Rite Set-up Barcodes. X-Rite Set-up Barcode pages are supplied on the
QuickCal CD-ROM for some
manual configurat
ions. Check the third party support folder on the CD-ROM to
see if there is a
configurati
on page
that contains all the setti
ngs for your software package.
More informati
on about reading bar codes is found in
section 2 of the manual.
Further informat
ion about Quick Cal and third party support can be reference
d at the
X-Rite website under the help desk
area at the
following location:
http://www.xrit
e.com/HelpDesk/3P
Sort.asp?RecType=6
&id=272
X-Rite DTP32R AutoScan Densitometer
Paper and Film
Entrance
Cal Strip and 35mm
Film Entrance
Paper and Film Guide
Keyboard
Display
AC Adapter Input
Serial
Interface
Connection

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Appendix B -
Barcode Operation
You can change several configuration settings of your QuickCal Densitometer using the special format barcodes
supplied by X-Rite, Inc. or your softwa
re provider.
These set-up barcodes consist of multiple stri
ps that must be
read in the proper order.
In most cases your
software will automatically configure your instrument. If your software
or software
documentation prompts you to configure your
instrument, the enclosed X-Rite Set-up Barcodes contain
some
commonly used commands that can be scanned immediately to get you up and running. Additional barcode
set-up and information is available on the CD that is shipped with your instrument.
The LEDs signal the status of the instrument when reading
a set-up barcode. While scanning the initial barcode, the
LEDs will flash slowly between off and green, the same as
any normal scan. Once the unit has
recognized the initial
barcode as being part of
a set-up barcode, the LEDs will slowly flash between yellow and green. This same flash
pattern will continue while scanning continuation barcodes. Upon completion of the entire set-up barcode, the LEDs
will come on steady green, indicating a successful completion.
REFER TO THE FOLLOWING PAGES FOR X-RITE SET-UP BARCODES.
CAUTION:
Only use the Set-up
barcodes if instructed to manually set-up
your instrument. This will avoid
changing configurations that may cause the
QuickCal Densitometer and your software to cease
communicating. If this does happen reference the
Troubleshooting and Service section.
NOTE:
To enable the following barcodes to print at their intended size, make sure the “Shrink oversize
pages to paper size” check box is disabled (un-checked) in the
Print dialog. If you are using an older
version of Adobe Reader (ver. 3 or 4), make sure “Fit to Page”
check box is disabled (un-checked) in the
Print dialog.

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