Ci4200/Ci4200UV

Spectrophotometer

User Guide

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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, Incorporated, declares that this Ci4200 Series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directives 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.

Equipment Information

Use of this equipment in a manner other than that specified by X-Rite, Incorporated may compromise design integrity and become unsafe.

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

This product has been evaluated to IEC 62471-1:2006; Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems, and found to be EXEMPT CLASS.

Invisible UV radiation is emitted from this product.

The exposure limits represent conditions under which it is believed that nearly all individuals in the general population may be repeatedly exposed without adverse health effects. However, they do not apply to photosensitive individuals or individuals exposed to photosensitizing agents.

The philosophical basis for the exempt group classification is that the lamp does not pose any photobiological hazard.

Instructions for disposal: Please dispose of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at designated collection points for the recycling of such equipment.

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Proprietary Notice

The information contained in this manual is derived from patent and proprietary data of X-Rite,

Incorporated. 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 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, Incorporated.

This product may be covered by one or more patents. Refer to the instrument for actual patent numbers.

Copyright © 2013 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 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.

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

(12) months from the date of shipment from X-Rite’s facility, unless mandatory law provides for longer periods. During such time, X-Rite will either replace or repair at its discretion defective parts free of charge.

X-Rite’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’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’s accompanying documentation or published specifications; (iii) repair or service by anyone other than X-Rite or its authorized representatives; (iv) the failure of the warranted goods caused by use of any parts or consumables not manufactured, distributed, or approved by X-Rite; (v) any attachments or modifications to the warranted goods that are not manufactured, distributed or approved by X-Rite. Consumable parts and Product cleaning are also not covered by the warranty.

X-Rite‘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‘s reasonable satisfaction to have been defective. Repairs or replacement by X-Rite 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. X-Rite 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 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

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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 NON-INFRINGEMENT. NO EMPLOYEE OR AGENT OF X-RITE, OTHER THAN AN OFFICER OF

X-RITE, IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY WARRANTY IN ADDITION TO THE FOREGOING.

IN NO EVENT WILL X-RITE 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’S MAXIMUM LIABILITY HEREUNDER WILL NOT EXCEED THE PRICE OF THE

GOODS OR SERVICES FURNISHED BY X-RITE GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.

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Table of Contents

Introduction and Setup

Packaging

Sample Holder

Installing the Sample Holder

Installing the USB Driver

Connecting the Power Supply

Connecting the USB Cable

Power “Standby” Button

Instrument Indicators

Calibrating

Calibration Notes

White and Black Trap Calibration Procedure

UV Calibration Procedure (Ci4200UV only)

Taking Measurements

Sample Criteria

Measurement Techniques

Measuring Large or Oddly-Shaped Samples

Appendices

Service Information

Cleaning the Instrument

General Cleaning

Cleaning the Optics

Cleaning the White Ceramic Plaque and Green Tile

Cleaning the Black Trap

Cleaning the UV Calibration Plaque (Ci4200UV only)

Troubleshooting

Technical Specifications

Green Tile Color Check

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INTRODUCTION AND SETUP

The Ci4200 and Ci4200UV spectrophotometers are self contained color measurement instruments that report spectral data to a computer.

This manual covers the installation, basic operation and maintenance of the instrument. Specific instructions for using the instrument with your software application can be found in the software documentation.

Measure button Button and indicator membrane label (refer to Instrument

Indicators for a description)

Black trap

Sample holder

Green tile

White plaque

UV calibration plaque

Packaging

Your instrument packaging should contain all the items listed below. If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact X-Rite or your Authorized Representative.

• Ci4200 or Ci4200UV instrument (model number label is located on the bottom of the instrument)

• USB interface cable

• AC adapter (X-Rite P/N SE30-177) and line cord

• Sample holder

• White ceramic plaque and green tile

• Black trap

• UV calibration plaque (Ci4200UV only)

• Manuals & utilities CD

• Documentation and registration material

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Sample Holder

The sample holder is a mechanism that secures a sample in place against the sample port for color measurements. Samples are held between the clamp and retainer.

Clamp

Knob

Retainer

White ceramic backer

Thumbscrews (2)

Installing the Sample Holder

The sample holder is shipped detached from the instrument and must be installed before use.

1. Remove the adhesive label from the sample port and remove any residue left by the sticker.

This can be done with a lint-free cloth with alcohol.

2. Open the sample holder and align the samples holder’s pins with the pin holes in the front of the instrument.

3. Tighten each thumbscrew, pressing against the mounting holes while turning. Tighten the screws finger tight and close the sample holder.

Pin holes

Adhesive label

Thumbscrews (2)

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Installing the USB Driver

IMPORTANT: You must install the USB driver before connecting the instrument to your computer.

1. Locate the Manual and Utilities CD and insert it into the CD drive of the computer. If the CD does not autorun, double-click the Ci4X00 CD icon in the My Computer window.

2. Double-click the .exe file in the Driver folder.

3. The setup program guides you through the rest of the installation process. Follow the instructions on each setup screen to complete the installation. When finished, remove the CD and store in a safe location.

Connecting the Power Supply

1. Verify the voltage indicated on the AC adapter complies with the AC line voltage in your area.

2. Insert the small plug from the AC adapter into the input connector on the side of the instrument.

3. Plug the detachable line cord in the AC adapter and plug the line cord into the wall receptacle.

AC adapter connector

AC Adapter Ratings

Input: 100-240V 50-60 Hz

Output: 12VDC @ 2.5A

Operational hazard exists if an AC adapter other than X-Rite

SE30-177 is used.

Connecting the USB Cable

IMPORTANT: You must install the instrument driver before connecting the instrument to your computer.

1. Install the software application if not already installed. Refer to the software documentation for additional information.

2. Plug the square end of the USB cable into the side of the instrument.

3. Plug the USB cable into an available port on your computer.

USB connector

Beveled side of the USB connector faces the front of the instrument.

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Power “Standby” Button

The power “standby” button can be used to wake the instrument after it goes into a power down state. A power on condition is designated by a solid green power indicator. Simply press the power “standby” button to wake the instrument. A power down state occurs after five minutes of non use, and is designated by an “off” power indicator.

Power indicator

Power “standby” button

Instrument Indicators

The LED indicators convey a variety of instrument conditions, such as calibration status, measurement status, etc. Below is description for each color displayed by the instrument indicators during operation.

NetProfiler

• Indicator Off: NetProfiler feature is not enabled

• Solid Green: NetProfiler subscription is currently activated

• Solid Amber: The profile has expired and updating is required

Calibration

• Solid Red: Calibration is required

• Solid Green: White and black calibration is not required at this time

• Solid Blue: UV calibration is not required at this time (Ci4200UV only)

Transform

• Indicator Off: Transform feature in not enabled

• Solid Green: Transform feature is activated

Status

• Solid Amber: Measurement in progress

• Solid Green: Successful measurement was taken

• Solid Red: Measurement failed

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CALIBRATING

The software application prompts for an instrument calibration when required. The frequency at which this occurs depends on the application. Refer below for procedure.

The calibration consists of a ceramic plaque for white calibration measurements, a trap for black calibration measurements, and a UV plaque for UV whiteness index calibration (if applicable).

Refer to Cleaning section in the Appendices for information on cleaning the optics area and ceramic plaques.

NOTE: Make sure to use the white ceramic plaque supplied with the instrument for calibrating.

Do not substitute this plaque with a plaque from another instrument. The serial number on the plaque should match the plaque serial number on the instrument.

Calibration Notes

• Dirt or dust in the aperture area will cause an inaccurate calibration reading. Refer to the

Appendices for optics cleaning procedure.

• The white ceramic plaque is dramatically affected by smudge marks, dust, and

finger prints. Refer to Appendices for ceramic plaque cleaning procedures.

• The black trap should be cleaned periodically to remove any dust or

contamination. Refer to Appendices for black trap cleaning procedures.

White and Black Trap Calibration Procedure

1. Open the sample holder completely.

2. Remove the protective cap from the white ceramic plaque. Pull down on the knob and position the plaque on the sample holder clamp with the white ceramic facing the retainer. Make sure the notch in the plaque aligns with the tab on the sample holder and release the clamp to the retainer.

Notch in plaque and tab on holder aligned

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3. Close the sample holder to the sample port.

4. Initiate the white calibration procedure from the software application. The status indicator changes to amber. The calibration indicator should change to red.

5. After white calibration is complete, remove the white plaque from the sample holder and reinstall the protective cap on the white ceramic plaque.

6. Open the sample holder and position the black trap on the sample port by aligning the notch to the top of the sample port.

Trap notch

Trap notch

7. Initiate the black trap calibration procedure from the application. The status indicator changes from amber to off, and the calibration indicator changes to green. This is an indication that the calibration procedure was successful.

8. Remove the black trap from the sample port and exit the calibration procedure from the application.

9. Store the white ceramic plaque and black trap in a dry, dust free area, away from direct exposure to light.

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UV Calibration Procedure (Ci4200UV only)

1. Initiate the UV calibration procedure from the software application.

2. Perform a white and black calibration as previously explained.

3. Remove the UV calibration plaque from the protective bag and position the plaque between the retainer and sample holder clamp. Make sure the white surface is facing the retainer.

UV calibration plaque

4. Close the sample holder clamp to the UV calibration plaque.

5. Follow the procedure in the application.

6. When finished, store the UV calibration plaque, white ceramic plaque, and black trap in a dry, dust free area, away from direct exposure to light.

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TAKING MEASUREMENTS

You should refer to the documentation for the software program that you are using with your instrument. All applications that use the instrument must be running during measurements.

Sample Criteria

The instrument can take measurements from just about any clean, dry surface that is reasonably flat and at least 14 mm in diameter. To ensure an accurate and reliable measurement, the sample should be held securely against the port in the sample holder.

NOTE: Never measure wet paint. Wet paint will contaminate the instrument.

Measurement Techniques

1. Clear the sample surface of any dirt, dust, or moisture.

2. Pull the top portion of the sample holder away from the instrument until it stops in the open position.

3. Pull the knob back and insert the color sample between clamp and retainer. Make sure the sample side you wish to measure is facing the sample port.

Sample port

Retainer

Sample

Knob

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4. Close the clamp against the sample. Make sure the sample covers the entire opening in the retainer.

5. Close the sample holder. You are now ready to measure the sample.

Sample

6. Initiate the measurement from the software application.

NOTE: Your application may also require you to press the Measure button during a measurement.

Measure button

The status indicator changes to red and an error beep occurs if the measurement was unsuccessful. Refer to the Troubleshooting section in the Appendices for more details.

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Measuring Large or Oddly-Shaped Samples

When measuring large or oddly-shaped samples you can open the holder completely or remove the holder if necessary. The sample is then held securely against the sample port.

NOTE: Sample port is very sensitive to movement and light!

When holding a sample for measurement yourself, remember to keep the sample perfectly still. Also, the sample surface should be able to rest completely flat against the sample port, preventing any light from entering the measurement area.

Sample Holder Open

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APPENDICES

Service Information

X-Rite provides repair service to their customers. Because of the complexity of the circuitry, all warranty and non warranty repairs should be referred to an authorized service center. For non warranty repairs, 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.

X-Rite, Incorporated has offices around the world. You can contact us using one of the following methods:

• To identify the X-Rite service center nearest you, please visit our web site at: www.xrite.com

and click the Contact Us link.

• For online help, visit our web site ( www.xrite.com

) and click the Support link. Here you can search for software or firmware updates, white papers, or frequently asked questions which can quickly resolve many common user problems.

• Send an e-mail to Technical Support: [email protected]

detailing your problem and listing your contact information.

• For sales questions or to order cables and accessories, visit our web site ( www.xrite.com

) or contact your nearest X-Rite dealer or service center.

• Problems and questions can also be faxed or emailed to your local X-Rite office listed on our website.

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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

The cover, sample holder and sample port surface of your instrument should be kept clean and free of dust. This can be accomplished by dusting these components with a lint-free cloth.

General cleaning should be performed on a weekly basis or more often if the unit is used in a dusty operating environment.

NOTE: DO NOT use any solvents to the clean the instrument.

Cleaning the Optics

The optics should be cleaned once a week in a normal environment. If the instrument is used in a dirty or dusty environment, more frequent cleaning may be required.

1. Place the sample holder in the open position.

2. Blow short bursts of clean, dry air into the measurement port. This should remove any accumulated debris from the optics.

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IMPORTANT: If can air is used for cleaning, do not invert or tilt the can during use. This could cause damage to the optics.

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Cleaning the White Ceramic Plaque and Green Tile

The white ceramic plaque and green tile require very little cleaning because they are protected by the caps. When calibrating you should be very careful not to touch the surface. Fingerprints can affect the measurement accuracy of the instrument. Should your calibration plaque or green tile become dirty or smudged follow the steps below for cleaning.

Important: Always grip the ceramic plaque and green tile from the edges, being careful not to touch the surface.

1. Remove the protective plastic cap from the ceramic plaque or green tile.

2. Clean the surface using a mild soap and warm water solution. Thoroughly rinse with warm water and wipe dry with a lint-free cloth. Do not use solvents or cleaners of any kind.

3. Reinstall the protective cap over the ceramic plaque or tile when not in use.

Cleaning the Black Trap

Clean with clean, dry air, or wipe clean with a lint-free cloth to remove any dust or contamination.

Cleaning the UV Calibration Plaque (Ci4200UV only)

Do not use solvents or cleaners of any kind.

Blow short burst of clean, dry air onto the UV calibration plaque.

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Troubleshooting

Prior to contacting the support department for instrument problems, try the applicable solution(s) described below. If the condition persists, contact us using one of the methods listed in the Service

Information section.

Problem Cause/Solution

Instrument not responding (no indicator lights during measurements).

Solid red calibration indicator.

Calibration procedure fails.

Instrument and software not communicating.

AC adapter not connected.

Plug in AC adapter.

Incorrect AC adapter.

Plug in correct AC adapter.

Calibration required.

Calibrate instrument.

Calibration ceramic is dirty or damaged.

Clean the white ceramic plaque per procedure in Appendix, or replace if damaged.

Interface cable not connected.

Connect the interface cable between the computer and the instrument.

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.

Repeated sample measurement failures

(red indicator).

Ensure that the sample is being measured in accordance with your software’s documentation.

Close and restart the software application.

Perform a calibration on the instrument (see Calibration section).

Clean instrument optics (see General Cleaning).

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Technical Specifications

Measurement Geometrics: d/8°, DRS spectral engine, 8mm viewing/14mm illumination

Spectral Interval:

Measurement Range:

Measuring Time:

Short-Term Repeatability:

Lamp Life:

Power Consumption:

Power Supply:

10nm – measured, 10nm – output

0 to 200% reflectance

Approx. 2 seconds

Δ E*ab, based on avg. of 12 BCRA series II tiles

0.40 Δ E*ab max. on any tile (specular component included).

0.05 Δ E*ab max. on white ceramic, standard deviation (specular component included)

Approx. 500,000 measurements

12VDC, 1.5 A max.

12VDC, 2.5 A (X-Rite Part Number SE30-177 AC adapter)

Operating Temperature Range: 50° to 104°F (10° to 40°C) 85% relative humidity maximum

(non-condensing)

Storage Temperature Range: -4° to 122°F (-20° to 50°C)

Dimensions: 8.66” H (22.0 cm) 7.48” W (19.0 cm) 10.43” L (26.5 cm)

Weight: 11.1 lbs. (5.03 kg)

Accessories Provided: White Calibration Standard, Black Trap, Green Tile, UV Standard

(Ci4200UV only), Quick Start Guide, USB cable, Manuals &

Utilities CD, AC Adapter

Altitude: 2000m

Pollution Degree: 2

Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

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Green Tile Color Check

1. Perform a calibration procedure if you have not already done so. Refer to the Calibrating section.

2. Open the sample holder completely.

3. Remove the protective cap from the green tile. Position the tile on the sample holder clamp with the green tile facing the retainer. Make sure the notch in the tile aligns with the tab on the sample holder and release the clamp to the retainer.

Notch in plaque

4. Initiate the green tile check procedure from the software application. The status indicator changes to amber and then green.

5. Reinstall the protective cap on the green tile.

6. Store the green tile in a dry, dust free area, away from direct exposure to light.

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Corporate Headquarters

X-Rite, Incorporated

4300 44th Street SE

Grand Rapids, Michigan 49512

Phone 1 800 248 9748 or 1 616 803 2100

Fax 1 800 292 4437 or 1 616 803 2705

European Headquarters

X-Rite Europe GmbH

Althardstrasse 70

8105 Regensdorf

Switzerland

Phone (+41) 44 842 24 00

Fax (+41) 44 842 22 22

Asia Pacific Headquarters

X-Rite Asia Pacific Limited

36 th Floor, No. 169 Electric Road

Hong Kong, China

Phone (852) 2568 6283

Fax (852) 2885 8610

Please visit www.xrite.com

for a local office near you.

P/N Ci4200-500 Rev A