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  • Page 1 Spectrophotometer CM-26dG CM-26d CM-25d Instruction Manual Please read before using the instrument.
  • Page 2 (Official name) Bluetooth Bluetooth ® Trademarks • The Bluetooth ® mark and logo are registered trademarks of The Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and are used under license. • The KONICA MINOLTA logo and symbol marks and SpectraMagic are registered trademarks of KONICA MINOLTA, Inc.

  • Page 3: Notes On This Manual

    This symbol indicates class II protection against electric shock. Notes on this Manual • Copying or reproduction of all or part of the contents of this manual without the permission of KONICA MINOLTA is strictly prohibited. • The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    (50/60 Hz) AC outlet of the rated voltage and frequency. If an AC adapter other than those specified by KONICA MINOLTA is used, or if the adapter is connected to an unsupported voltage, it may result in damage to the adapter, fire, or electric shock.
  • Page 5 Do not touch the battery with wet hands. Doing so may result in electric shock or a malfunction. Do not use, charge, or store the lithium-ion battery in a high-temperature environment. Doing so may cause the battery to overheat, catch fire, or rupture. Do not throw or submit the lithium-ion battery to strong impacts such as from a fall from a high location.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    The CM-26d and CM-25d are spectrophotometers capable of measuring color and color differences in one measurement for use in a variety of industrial fields. Meanwhile, the CM-26dG is capable of measuring gloss in addition to color and color differences at the same time.

  • Page 7: Backup Battery

    The backup battery will charge as the instrument is being used. • Do not attempt to replace the built-in backup battery. The battery should only be replaced by KONICA MINOLTA. To replace the backup battery, please contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility.

  • Page 8: Notes On Storage

    • If you are unable to remove dirt from the instrument through the above procedure, or if the instrument becomes scratched, contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility. • If the specimen measuring port of the instrument becomes dirty, contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility. „ Notes on Transporting • When transporting the instrument, be sure to use the packing materials to minimize shock or vibration.

  • Page 9: Disposal Method

    „ Disposal Method • Make sure that the instrument, all accessories (including any used batteries), and the packing materials are either disposed of or recycled correctly in accordance with local laws and regulations. • In the United States and Canada, you can recycle your lithium-ion battery through the Call2Recycle program. For more information, in the United States visit www.call2recycle.org and in Canada visit www.call2recycle.ca.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    … Zero Calibration Hole (Calibration Stage) ... 20 „ Print Data (Sample)..........51 … White Calibration and Gloss Calibration* „ Edit name ............52 (* CM-26dG only) ........20 Data Management (Sample) ....... 53 … Target Mask..........20 „ … Inside the Integrating Sphere ....20 „...
  • Page 11 … Parametric Coefficient Setting ....72 „ { Instrument Preparation ......115 „ • Connecting the Bluetooth Module ... 115 Default Data Settings .......... 73 Communication setup ........116 … Default Tolerance Setting ......74 „ … Warning Level Setting ....... 75 „...

  • Page 12: Conventions

    „ Conventions This manual describes how to safely operate CM-26d series products using a specific procedure to perform measurement. · Viewing Pages Symbols used in this manual are explained below. * Explanatory pages are constructed as follows. (The content of the explanatory illustration will differ from the actual page.) * Display screenshots used in the explanations may include different content and values, and may have a different layout than the actual display.

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Before Using The Instrument

    Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Before Using the Instrument Accessories.............11 Standard Accessories .......... 11 Optional Accessories .......... 12 System Diagram ..........14 Names and Functions of Parts ......17 Cleaning the Components ........20 Points to Remember ........21 Initial Settings ............. 21 Control Panel ............21 Menus ..............

  • Page 14: Accessories

    AC adapter or to a computer using the IF-A28 USB cable to charge. • The battery itself can also be charged using a separately sold charger. Calibration Stage CM-A274 (for CM-26dG) / CM-A275 (for CM-26d) / CM-A276 (for CM-25d) Used to perform calibration.

  • Page 15: Optional Accessories

    Memo Cannot be used with the CM-26dG Notes When using this target mask, the measurement accuracy will be decreased due to the influence of the glass element.
  • Page 16 Bluetooth module CM-A219* Used for establishing wireless communication and transferring data between the instrument and a computer or a printer. Color Management Software SpectraMagic NX (Ver. 2.9 or later) A PC software used to control the instrument and manage data from a computer.

  • Page 17: System Diagram

    Standard Accessories (commercially available) Optional Accessories (Other rolled paper) Calibration Stage Cleaning Cloth (for CM-26dG) Connection possible CM-A274 * Depending on the location, some accessories may not be available. ** May be included as a standard accessory in some regions.
  • Page 18 CM-26d Standard Accessories Spectrophotometer Computer Configuration Tool CM-CT1 (commercially available) * Available for download on the Web AC Adapter AC-A305J/L/M* USB Cable (2 m) Optional IF-A28 Accessories Optional Accessories Wrist Strap Color Data Software CR-A73 SpectraMagic NX Battery Charger CM-A237* Stapler Type Target Mask CM-A268...
  • Page 19 CM-25d Standard Accessories Spectrophotometer Configuration Tool Computer CM-CT1 (commercially available) * Available for download on the Web AC Adapter AC-A305J/L/M* USB Cable (2 m) Optional IF-A28 Accessories Optional Accessories Wrist Strap Color Data Software CR-A73 SpectraMagic NX Battery Charger CM-A237* Stapler Type Target Mask CM-A268...

  • Page 20: Names And Functions Of Parts

    Names and Functions of Parts ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ① Viewfinder Using the viewfinder, users can confirm the measurement location of (Specimen confirmation window) the specimen. Open the shutter to check the measurement location of the specimen.
  • Page 21 ⑩ ⑫ ⑪ ⑬ ⑩ Sample surface aperture This is the aperture for measuring samples. ⑪ Measurement area switch Switches the measurement area. Memo The CM-25d does not include a switch. ⑫ Mounting screw holes for Used to mount accessories. accessories ⑬...

  • Page 22: X85; Calibration Stage

    ④ Gloss calibration plate Used to perform gloss calibration. When the plate is not being used, (CM-26dG only) use the lid to prevent the plate from becoming dusty or scratched and to protect it from external light.

  • Page 23: Cleaning The Components

    If the dirt does not come off easily, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in ethanol. In such cases, be careful not to leave behind fingerprints or the like. … White Calibration and Gloss Calibration* (* CM-26dG only) „...

  • Page 24: Points To Remember

    Points to Remember „ Initial Settings When first turning the instrument ON after purchasing, the language setting screen will be displayed. Please select the language. The language selection menu can be displayed by turning ON the instrument while holding down [MENU]. The display language can be selected from 11 languages including English.

  • Page 25: X85; Display (Lcd Screen)

    … Display (LCD Screen) „ The LCD screen displays measurement settings, measurement results, and messages. It also indicates the status of the instrument with icons. The basic screen layout is shown below. Status bar Target to be used for association with the next measurement or filter (target) Target/Sample Pass/fail result...

  • Page 26: X85; Status Bar

    … Status bar „ This section describes the icons displayed at the top of the screen. ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ Display Description (Status) Meaning ① / None Instrument diagnosis result Pass / Check required / No diagnosis (* Support for this function is planned with optional PC software.

  • Page 27: X85; Operation Keys

    … Operation Keys „ Use these keys to set items or change screens according to the guide on the LCD screen. ① ② ④ ⑤ ④ ③ ① [ ] (Target/Sample) key Switches between <Target> screen and <Sample> screen. ② [MENU] key Displays the <Settings>...

  • Page 28: Menus

    „ Menus Target menu Measurement cond. Print data P.61 Measurement mode P.81 Color & Gloss / Color only / Gloss only / Opacity Edit name P.62 Measurement setup Data management Specular component P.85 Delete data P.63 SCI / SCE / SCI+SCE OK/Cancel Set group P.64...
  • Page 29 Custom 01 to 14 P.100 Printer address P.120 L*, a*, b*, ΔL*, Δa*, Δb*, C*, h, 000000000000 ΔC*, ΔH*, L, a, b, ΔL, Δa, Δb, X, Y, Z, DXYZ, DX, DY, DZ, ΔX, Printer PIN code P.121 ΔY, ΔZ, x, y, Δx, Δy, H, V, C, 4 to 8 digits ΔE*ab, CMC, ΔE*94, ΔE00, (Initial value is "0000")

  • Page 30: Data Saving

    „ Data Saving Data used with this instrument are saved automatically within the instrument. Data on the instrument can also be imported to a computer using the optional accessory Color Data Software “SpectraMagic NX”.

  • Page 31: Chapter 2 Measurement

    Chapter 2 Chapter 2 Measurement Flow of Measurement ........29 Preparation ............30 Calibration ............35 Zero calibration........... 35 White Calibration and Gloss Calibration ....37 User calibration ..........39 Setting a Specimen .........40 Viewfinder ............40 Measurement ..........41 Displaying the Measurement Results ....42 Measurement (Simple Mode) ......

  • Page 32: Flow Of Measurement

    * Only when required (when changing P.35) Zero calibration ( the measurement conditions, etc.) ↓ ↓ White calibration ( P.37) ↓ Gloss calibration (* CM-26dG only) When “Change to ↓ ↓ simple mode?” appears, * When color difference is * When color difference select "Yes” measured is not measured ↓...

  • Page 33: Preparation

    Preparation … Attach the Wrist Strap „ Attaching the Wrist Strap Wrist strap attaching position...

  • Page 34: X85; Inserting The Battery

    … Inserting the Battery „ This instrument can be powered from a lithium-ion battery, but use of the AC adapter or USB bus power is recommended for extended periods of use. A lithium-ion battery installed in the instrument will be charged whenever the AC adapter or USB bus power is used, regardless of whether the instrument is turned ON or OFF.

  • Page 35: X85; Connecting The Ac Adapter

    … Connecting the AC Adapter „ Notes • The lithium-ion battery must always be installed, even when using external power. • To supply AC power to the instrument, always use the AC adapter (AC-A305J/L/M) supplied with the instrument. • Firmly push the AC adapter power plug or USB cable completely into the outlet. Memo Powering the instrument from the USB cable will charge the installed lithium-ion battery. While the battery is charging, the charging lamp on the instrument’s panel will light up orange.

  • Page 36: X85; Measurement Area Selection (Cm-26Dg/Cm-26D)

    … Measurement Area Selection (CM-26dG/CM-26d) „ Select the measurement area. The selected measurement area can be checked on the status bar displayed on the screen. (Refer to P.23.) Operating Procedure Operate the measurement area switch on the instrument. Use the measurement area switch on the bottom of the instrument to set the measurement area to MAV or SAV.

  • Page 37: X85; Staple-Type Target Mask

    For gloss MAV (Ø8 mm) SAV (Ø3 mm) CM-A269 CM-A270 CM-A271 (CM-26dG only) Align the notch and rotate in the direction indicated by the arrow. Turn The sheet will be locked when a “click” is heard. • Perform the procedure in reverse to remove. Click...

  • Page 38: Calibration

    • White calibration : The reflectance is measured in advance using a known calibration plate in order to provide a reflectance scale. • Gloss calibration : The gloss is measured in advance using a known calibration plate in order to provide a gloss scale. This calibration is performed after white calibration with this instrument. (CM-26dG only) Calibration Stage Use a calibration stage with the same number as that printed on the nameplate of the instrument.
  • Page 39 Use [] or [] to move the cursor to “Calibration (Including Zero Cal.)”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. Set the instrument in the calibration stage to measure the calibration stage’s zero calibration hole. Please set the instrument on the zero calibration box and press the measurement button.

  • Page 40: White Calibration And Gloss Calibration

    „ White Calibration and Gloss Calibration A message prompting white calibration is displayed on the instrument after the power is turned ON. Memo • If the calibration interval is turned ON and a time is configured, a message prompting white calibration will be displayed the next time the power is turned ON or when measurement is performed after the set time has passed since the previous white calibration.
  • Page 41 Place the instrument on the calibration stage Set the instrument in the calibration stage in order to according to the marks. measure the calibration stage’s white calibration plate. Calibration stage Notes • Verify that the White ID shown on the screen and the calibration stage number match. Please set the instrument on the white calibration plate and press the measurement button.

  • Page 42: User Calibration

    „ User calibration You can perform calibration by using your own reference plate and calibration data instead of white calibration. The calibration data for user calibration can be specified by connecting the instrument to a computer and using the optional Color Management Software “SpectraMagic NX”. Select whether to use the user calibration data for measurement with <Calibration setup>...

  • Page 43: Setting A Specimen

    As the viewfinder opens, a white LED will turn ON, illuminating the specimen within the range of measurement. Memo When using the CM-26dG, the range of measurement will be illuminated according to the set measurement area (MAV/SAV) when the measurement button is pressed. Look into the viewfinder and adjust the position of the specimen.

  • Page 44: Measurement

    Measurement Notes • Prior to the start of measurement, be sure to perform white calibration. For details, refer to “White Calibration and Gloss Calibration” on P.37. • To display the color difference, color difference target must be set before measurement. • To measure a target, select the target number before measurement. • For accurate measurements, measure under the same conditions (surrounding temperature, etc.). Operating Procedure Press [ ] to bring up the [Target] or [Sample] screen, depending on the objective. The <Target> screen or the <Sample> screen is displayed. Note: If the menu screen is displayed, press [ESC] and perform the operation after the Results Display screen is displayed.

  • Page 45: Displaying The Measurement Results

    „ Displaying the Measurement Results At the end of measurement, the measurement results will be displayed on the LCD according to the specified conditions. Typical measurement result screens are shown below. You can switch the tab of the measurement screen with the ◀ or ▶ of the cross key. Memo You can switch the sample No.

  • Page 46: X85; Detail Screen: "Difference" Tab

    … <Sample> detail screen: “Difference” tab „ ⑮ Sample data (Use ◀ or ▶ to switch tabs) ❶ Any color difference value which failed the pass/ ❷ fail judgment based on the tolerance will be highlighted in red. ❷ Pass/Fail: • Pass: The background is shown in green and ❶...

  • Page 47: X85; Detail Screen: "Pass/Fail" Tab

    … <Sample> detail screen: “Pass/Fail” tab „ Pass/Fail: • Pass: The background is shown in green and “✓ Pass” is displayed. • Warning: The background is shown in yellow and “✓ Warning” is displayed as the result nears “Fail”. • Fail: The background is shown in orange and “× Fail” is displayed. … <Sample> detail screen: “Custom” tab „ ⑮ Sample data (Use ◀ or ▶ to switch tabs) • This tab is displayed when the display setting of “Custom”...

  • Page 48: X85; Detail Screen: "Abs. Graph" Tab

    … <Sample> detail screen: “Abs. Graph” Tab „ ⑮ Sample data (Use ◀ or ▶ to switch tabs) ❶ L* axis (colorimetric graph) ❷ a* axis (colorimetric graph) ❸ b* axis (colorimetric graph) ❹ Scales for the axes ❺ Color difference target measurement point ❶...

  • Page 49: X85; Detail Screen: "Spectral Graph" Tab

    … <Sample> detail screen: “Spectral Graph” tab „ ⑮ Sample data (Use ◀ or ▶ to switch tabs) ❶ Axis of spectral reflectance ❷ Spectral graph of sample (SCI): Shown with a solid black line. ❸ Spectral graph of sample (SCE): Shown with a solid blue line.
  • Page 50 Screen transition The detail screen is displayed only for screens with the appropriate format selected under <Display type>. [Target] List [Target] Details Use [◀] or [▶] to go to the next display type. Absolute value Abs. & Diff. Use [◀] or [▶] to Custom ①/②...

  • Page 51: Measurement (Simple Mode)

    „ Measurement (Simple Mode) Used to easily confirm color differences. The menu items that can be set in Simple mode are as follows. Setting Procedure Set to “Simple mode”. Press [ESC] to skip the calibration displayed Set “Simple mode” under <Setting> - <Instrument immediately after turning the power ON.
  • Page 52 Press the measurement button to continue measuring color differences. To change the target, press [Target/Sample] to measure the target again. Memo To exit Simple mode, turn the instrument OFF or select “Normal” under [MENU] - <Settings> - <Instrument setup>.

  • Page 53: Handling The Sample

    Handling the Sample The <Sample menu> screen allows the following operations for the sample. <Print data> Print the current sample with the printer. <Edit name> Name the sample. <Data management> • Delete data : Delete the selected sample. • Set Sample as Target : Set sample as target data. • Change Target reference : Change target reference. • Change list position : Jump to the specified sample. • Delete all data : Delete all samples. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the measurement screen.

  • Page 54: Print Data (Sample)

    „ Print Data (Sample) Print the sample. The instrument must be connected to the serial printer in advance. For instructions on how to connect the instrument to a serial printer, refer to P.119 “Connecting to a Printer/Barcode Reader”. Notes • Display the sample to be printed on the <Sample> screen in advance. • If a proper connection is not established, printing will not be possible.

  • Page 55: Edit Name

    „ Edit name Name the sample. Display the name of the sample to be edited on the <Sample> screen in advance. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the <Sample menu> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Edit name”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 56: Data Management (Sample)

    „ Data Management (Sample) Sample data management allows users to delete a sample, copy the sample to the target, change the link to the target, change the list position, and delete all data. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the <Sample menu> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Data management”, and then press the [Confirmation] key to display the <Data management>...

  • Page 57: X85; Set Sample As Target

    … Set Sample as Target „ Sample data can be copied to target data and registered. Display the sample to be set as the target on the <Sample> screen in advance. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the <Sample menu> - <Data management> screen. Memo • Color difference targets are stored with setting numbers from 0001 to 2500 being assigned.

  • Page 58: X85; Change Target Reference

    … Change Target Reference „ The target data acting as a reference for the sample can be changed. Display the sample for which the target reference is to be changed on the <Sample> screen in advance. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the <Sample menu> - <Data management> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Change Target reference”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 59: X85; Change List Position

    … Change list position „ Specifying sample numbers allows for specified sample to be selected without the need to scroll the screen. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the <Sample menu> - <Data management> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Change list position”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 60: X85; Delete All Data (Sample)

    … Delete All Data (Sample) „ Delete all samples. Setting Procedure Start the procedure from the <Sample menu> - <Data management> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Delete all data”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The <Delete all data>...

  • Page 61: Pass/Fail Judgment For Color Difference

    Pass/Fail Judgment for Color Difference With this instrument, tolerances can be set for the color difference target of the sample to perform judgment. For the procedure on setting tolerances, refer to P.70 “Tolerance Settings” and P.74 “Default Tolerance Settings”. If color difference target data is deleted, neither the color difference display for the data nor the pass/fail judgment based on the tolerances set to the data will be performed.
  • Page 62 <Sample> display screen Notes If no relevant target data has been set, no color difference value or pass/fail mark will be displayed. { Display when all color differences and gloss value differences do not exceed or near the tolerance Absolute value, Difference, Abs. & Diff., and Custom screens Ex.: Abs.

  • Page 63: Color Difference Target Operation

    Color Difference Target Operation To measure the color difference between two specimens, the color of one of the specimens must be set as the color difference target. This instrument can store up to 1,000 targets and 5,100 samples. Memo • Color difference target data is stored with setting numbers from 0001 to 1000 being assigned. Even if the data at some point is deleted, these setting numbers do not change.

  • Page 64: Print Data (Target)

    „ Print Data (Target) Print the target data. The instrument must be connected to the serial printer in advance. For instructions on how to connect the instrument to a serial printer, refer to P.119 “Printer Connection”. Notes • Display the target to be printed on the <Target> screen in advance. • If a proper connection is not established, printing will not be possible. • Even if the printer is connected correctly, printing may not be possible under some circumstances, such as if the printer is turned OFF when printing.

  • Page 65: Edit Name

    „ Edit name Name the color difference target data. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Edit name”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The <Edit name> screen is displayed. Use [▲]/[▼] or [◀]/[▶] to move the cursor between characters, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 66: Data Management (Target)

    „ Data Management (Target) Target data management allows users to enforce target data restrictions, perform grouping, change list positions, edit target filters, protect data, and delete all data. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Data management”, and then press the [Confirmation] key to display the <Data management>...

  • Page 67: X85; Set Group

    … Set group „ In order to facilitate classification of targets into groups, up to five groups to which data should be categorized can be configured. After the targets have been registered to a group, the filtering function can be used to display only the selected target data.

  • Page 68: X85; Change List Position

    … Change list position „ Specifying target numbers allows for specified targets to be displayed without the need to scroll the screen. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> - <Data management> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Change list position”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 69: X85; Edit Target Filter

    … Edit Target filter „ The filter function makes searching for a target easier. The function allows only selected target data to be displayed by selecting only saved data or by selecting a group created in advance. Memo The Edit Target filter is set to “OFF” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu>...

  • Page 70: X85; Data Protection

    … Data Protection „ Data protection can be specified so that the saved target settings will not be deleted or changed by accident. When the data protection is set, some menu options relating to the target cannot be selected, and target overwrite measurement cannot be performed.

  • Page 71: X85; Delete All Data (Target)

    … Delete All Data (Target) „ Delete all the color difference target data that have been set. Notes When the data is protected, “Delete all data” cannot be selected on the <Data management> screen. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> - <Data management> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Delete all data”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 72: Pass/Fail

    „ Pass/Fail Edit the tolerance that will be used as the judgment criteria, and set the warning level and the parametric coefficient default value. If the color difference between the sample and the target exceeds the tolerance, the column of the display color value relevant to the measurement display will be displayed in red.

  • Page 73: X85; Tolerance Settings

    … Tolerance Settings „ Specify the tolerance used for pass/fail judgment of measured for each target. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> - <Pass/Fail> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Edit tolerance”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The tolerance list screen is displayed.

  • Page 74: X85; Warning Level Setting

    … Warning Level Setting „ When a warning level is set, warnings will be displayed when the measured data nears but does not exceed the tolerance. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> - <Pass/Fail> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Warning level”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 75: X85; Parametric Coefficient Setting

    … Parametric Coefficient Setting „ Specify the parametric coefficient used for pass/fail judgment of a sample for each target. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target menu> - <Pass/Fail> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Parametric coef.”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 76: Default Data Settings

    „ Default Data Settings This instrument allows pass/fail judgment criteria to be set for individual color difference target data. Until such judgment criteria are set, the instrument is set with the default tolerance. Users can edit the tolerance that will be used as the judgment criteria as well as edit the warning level and the parametric coefficient default value.

  • Page 77: X85; Default Tolerance Setting

    … Default Tolerance Setting „ Memo • The default tolerance is set to the following values when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Lower limit: -1.00 / Upper limit: 1.00 Δx, Δy, Δz Lower limit: -0.01 / Upper limit: 0.01 Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Default data setup> screen. Move the cursor to “Default tolerance”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 78: X85; Warning Level Setting

    … Warning Level Setting „ Memo The warning level is set to “80%” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Default data setup> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Warning level”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 79: X85; Parametric Coefficient Setting

    … Parametric Coefficient Setting „ Memo The parametric coefficient is set to “1.00” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Default data setup> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Parametric coef.”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 80: X85; Set Group

    … Set group „ Create groups for registering targets in advance. Memo No group name is set when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Default data setup> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Set group”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
  • Page 81 Repeat step 2 until the necessary characters have been entered. • To delete the character to the left of the cursor in the text box, move the cursor to [×] and press the [Confirmation] key. After inputting the characters, move the cursor to [OK] and press the [Confirmation] key. The setting is confirmed and the screen returns to the <Set group>...

  • Page 82: Chapter 3 Setting

    Chapter 3 Chapter 3 Setting Measurement Condition Settings ....80 Measurement Condition Settings ......80 Opacity Measurement ........82 Measurement Option Settings ......84 Observation Condition Settings ......92 Display Settings ..........96 Instrument Settings ........101 Measurement Instrument Option Settings ..101...

  • Page 83: Measurement Condition Settings

    Measurement Condition Settings This instrument requires measurement condition settings (measurement mode, average count, observer/ illuminant, and display) to be configured before measurement can be started. „ Measurement Condition Settings To set measurement conditions, select the setting from the <Measurement cond.> menu. The following four items can be specified as the measurement conditions: • Measurement mode : Select the combination of colorimetry and gloss measurement.

  • Page 84: X85; Measurement Mode

    Selections { Color & Gloss: Colorimetry + Gloss measurement (* CM-26dG only) { Color only: Colorimetry { Gloss only: Gloss measurement (* CM-26dG only) { Opacity: Opacity value measurement Press the [Confirmation] key to confirm, and then press [ESC]. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the previous screen.

  • Page 85: Opacity Measurement

    „ Opacity Measurement The transparency and opacity of paper are displayed as numerical values. If the specimen is opaque, the value is determined only by the brightness of the specimen with no influence from the background, so the value for a white background will be the same as for a black background, and the opacity value (OP value) will be 100%.
  • Page 86 Displaying the results Opacity value (OP value) White background Black background Color difference value L*a*b value L*a*b value...

  • Page 87: Measurement Option Settings

    „ Measurement Option Settings To set measurement options, select “Measurement setup” from the <Measurement cond.> menu screen. Select or specify the following items as the measurement options. • Specular Component : SCI (incl. reflected light) / SCE (excl. reflected light) / Simultaneous SCI+SCE measurement • UV (100%/0%/UVC) : 100%: Measurement with a light source containing 100% UV components / 0%: Measurement with a light source containing no UV components / UVC: UV control...

  • Page 88: X85; Specular Component

    … Specular Component „ Select the method for processing the sample specular reflection light. Memo The specular component is set to “SCI + SCE” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Measurement setup> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Specular Component”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 89: X85; Uv (100%/0%/Uvc)

    … UV (100%/0%/UVC) „ This instrument is equipped with a UV 0% option as a UV-free light source (with all UV rays up to 390 nm eliminated). Select the UV level according to the type of fluorescent agent being measured and the measuring method specified by the standard being followed.

  • Page 90: X85; Auto Average (1 To 10)

    … Auto average (1 to 10) „ Specify the number of measurements for auto averaging. Every time the measurement button is pressed, the average of the data obtained from the specified number of continuous measurements is determined as sample data. Memo “1”...

  • Page 91: X85; Manual Average (1 To 30)

    … Manual average (1 to 30) „ Specify the number of measurements for manual averaging. The average of the data obtained from the measurements conducted by pressing the measurement button the specified number of times is determined as sample data. Memo “1”...

  • Page 92: X85; Smc Function (Outlier-Free Measurement)

    … SMC Function (Outlier-Free Measurement) „ The SMC (Statistical Measurement Control) function acquires the average using values that minimize variations in the measured data. Memo SMC is set to “OFF” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.>...

  • Page 93: X85; Smc Threshold

    … SMC Threshold „ Sets the threshold to be used for the sample SMC function. Memo • The SMC threshold is set to “0.4” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. • For the threshold value, enter a value equivalent to the desired σΔE*ab for the average measurement data group (average data entries set on P.91). Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Measurement setup> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “SMC Threshold”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 94: X85; Smc Times

    … SMC Times „ Sets the threshold to be used for the sample SMC function. Sets the number of measurements to perform when performing SMC average measurement. The average of the data obtained from the measurements conducted by pressing the measurement button several times is determined.

  • Page 95: Observation Condition Settings

    „ Observation Condition Settings To set observation conditions, select “Observer/Illuminant” from the <Measurement cond.> menu screen. The following two observer/illuminant settings can be configured for the observation conditions. • Observer/Illuminant 1: Select the observer/illuminant used to measure the colorimetric value. • Observer/Illuminant 2: Select the secondary illuminant used for MI (metamerism index) calculation, etc. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the measurement screen.

  • Page 96: X85; Observer/Illuminant 1

    … Observer/Illuminant 1 „ Select an observer angle of either 2° or 10° and the illuminant used to measure colorimetric value. Memo Observer/Illuminant 1 is set to “10°/D65” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Observer/Illuminant> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Observer/ Illuminant 1”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
  • Page 97 Press the [Confirmation] key. The selection is confirmed and the screen returns to the <Observer/Illuminant> screen. Notes If [ESC] is pressed without pressing the [Confirmation] key, the settings will not be changed and the screen will return to the <Observer/Illuminant> screen.

  • Page 98: X85; Observer/Illuminant 2

    … Observer/Illuminant 2 „ Select the secondary illuminant used for MI (metamerism index) calculation, etc. Memo Observer/Illuminant 2 is set to “10°/F11” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Observer/Illuminant> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Observer/ Illuminant 2”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 99: Display Settings

    „ Display Settings To set display settings, select “Display cond.” from the <Measurement cond.> menu screen. The following four items (three items and 14 custom display items) can be specified as the display conditions. • Display type : Select the screen to be displayed. • Color space : Select the color space to be displayed.

  • Page 100: X85; Display Type

    … Display type „ Configure the display type for the measurement results. Memo All display types are selected when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Display cond.> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Display type”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 101: X85; Color Space

    … Color space „ Select the color space to be used. Memo The color space is set to “L*a*b*” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Display cond.> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Color space”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 102: X85; Color Difference Equation

    … Color difference equation „ Select the color difference equation to be used. Memo The color difference equation is set to “ΔE*ab” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Measurement cond.> - <Display cond.> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Equation”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 103: X85; Custom

    { B (ISO B) and ΔB : Brightness { DXYZ/DX/DY/DZ : Strength { MI : Metamerism { GU, ΔGU : CM-26dG : Gloss index 8°GU : CM-26d, 25d { ΔE99o : ΔE99o (DIN99o) color difference equation { Greyscale (ISO A105) : Grey Scale (ISO 105-A05) { WI (Ganz) and Δ...

  • Page 104: Instrument Settings

    Instrument Settings „ Measurement Instrument Option Settings To set measurement instrument options, select “Instrument setup” from the <Setting> screen. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the measurement screen. Press [MENU], and then use [◀] or [▶] to display the <Setting> screen. Memo To return to the previous screen, press [MENU] or [ESC].

  • Page 105: X85; User Type

    … User type „ Settings can be protected for each user. Memo The user type is set to “Administrator” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Instrument setup> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “User type”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 106: X85; Display Language Settings

    … Display Language Settings „ This instrument allows the display language to be set. Pressing and holding [MENU] while starting up the instrument also displays the language setting screen. Memo The language is set to “English” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Notes When the backup battery of the instrument has gone dead, the display language is reset to “English”.

  • Page 107: X85; Date Format Settings

    … Date Format Settings „ The format of the date displayed on the screen can be changed. Memo The date format is set to “yyyy/mm/dd” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Instrument setup> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Date format”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 108: X85; Clock Settings

    … Clock Settings „ This instrument has a built-in clock to record the date and time of measurement. Because the date and time have been set at the factory, there is no need to change these settings under normal conditions. If necessary, however, the date and time settings may be configured.

  • Page 109: X85; Screen Brightness

    … Screen Brightness „ The brightness of the LCD can be set in five levels. Selecting a darker level is effective for power saving. Memo Screen brightness is set to “3 (Standard)” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting>...

  • Page 110: X85; Lcd Screen Display Orientation

    … LCD Screen Display Orientation „ Depending on how the instrument is held, the display may be more visible upside-down. This function allows the display to be set to a different orientation in such instances. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Instrument setup> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Direction”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 111: X85; Beep

    … Beep „ Operation sounds can be set to ON or OFF. Memo The “Beep” setting is set to “ON” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Instrument setup> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Beep”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 112: X85; Auto Power Off

    … Auto Power Off „ The amount of time before switching the power off can be set. Memo Auto power off is set to “30 (minutes)” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Instrument setup> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Auto power off”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 113: X85; Password Setting

    … Password Setting „ The password required for changing the user type from a worker to an administrator can be configured in the instrument setup. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Instrument setup> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Password Setting”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
  • Page 114 MEMO...

  • Page 115: Chapter 4 Other Functions

    Chapter 4 Chapter 4 Other Functions Connecting to an External Device ....113 Connecting to a Computer ......113 Connecting via USB Cable ........ 114 Connecting via Bluetooth ......... 115 Communication setup ........116 Connecting to a Printer/Barcode Reader ..... 119 Instrument Preparation ........120 System Settings ..........125 Calibration setup ..........

  • Page 116: Connecting To An External Device

    Connecting to an External Device This instrument includes a USB connection terminal and a Bluetooth function (when the optional Bluetooth module is attached). The supplied USB cable (IF-A26) can be used to connect the instrument to a computer, or the Bluetooth communication function can be used to connect the instrument to a computer or a printer, allowing for data communication and printing.

  • Page 117: Connecting Via Usb Cable

    z Connecting via USB Cable „ Connect the instrument to a computer with the supplied USB cable IF-A28 (2 m). Notes • To connect the instrument to a computer, the dedicated USB driver must be installed. The necessary drivers will be installed automatically. To install the drivers manually, use the drivers included with the software (such as the optional SpectraMagic NX software). • The instrument can be powered through the USB cable. (The battery must always be installed.) • When power is being supplied via USB, the charging lamp on the instrument’s panel will light up orange while charging.

  • Page 118: Connecting Via Bluetooth

    z Connecting via Bluetooth „ Connect the instrument to a printer with Bluetooth communication functionality using the optional Bluetooth module. Notes • The instrument’s Bluetooth function enables data communication with a connected computer and printing from a Bluetooth printer. Connecting to both a computer and a printer/barcode reader at the same time, however, is not possible. • A simultaneous connection via the USB cable and the Bluetooth function is not possible. Should both connections be established at the same time, priority will be given to the connection via USB cable.

  • Page 119: Communication Setup

    „ Communication setup Turn ON the Bluetooth function and configure the meter PIN code. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the measurement screen. Press [MENU], and then use [◀] or [▶] to display the <Setting> screen. Memo To return to the previous screen, press [MENU] or [ESC]. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Communication setup”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.
  • Page 120 Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “ON”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The instrument’s Bluetooth function is turned ON and the display will return to the <Communication setup> screen. The Bluetooth icon will be displayed in the status bar. To configure the Bluetooth PIN code, go to step 3 to continue.

  • Page 121: Connecting To A Computer

    { Connecting to a Computer „ With the computer as a host, a connection to the instrument can be established using Bluetooth communication. Operating Procedure Verify that the instrument power has been turned Verify that the Bluetooth function on the instrument has been turned ON.

  • Page 122: Connecting To A Printer/Barcode Reader

    ◎ Connecting to a Printer/Barcode Reader Connecting the instrument to a printer or barcode reader via the Bluetooth function enables printing of various data such as measurement results or scanning of names for data to save to the instrument. Notes • With the optional accessory CM-A219 Bluetooth module installed, the Bluetooth function of this instrument enables data communication to a computer, data printing to the bluetooth printer, and reading of data names from a barcode reader.

  • Page 123: Instrument Preparation

    { Instrument Preparation „ Connecting the Bluetooth module to the instrument, and turn ON the instrument’s Bluetooth function. (Refer to P.115.) Notes Until the instrument’s Bluetooth function is turned ON, registration and automatic printing configuration of the Bluetooth printer/reader is not possible. …...

  • Page 124: X85; Pin Code Configuration

    … PIN Code Configuration „ Enter the PIN set for the printer/barcode reader (already confirmed). Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> - <Communication setup> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Printer PIN code” or “Scanner PIN code”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 125: X85; Printing Data

    … Printing Data „ Print the sample or target data with the printer. Notes • The instrument must be connected to the printer in advance. • The instrument can only output text to the printer. Note that even if spectral graphs, color difference graphs, or other graphics are selected in the display type of the instrument, no graph will be printed. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Target> or <Sample> screen. To print the target and sample display, press the [MENU] key with the data to be printed displayed.

  • Page 126: X85; Auto Print

    … Auto Print „ Measurement results can be automatically printed for every measurement. Notes • The instrument must be connected to the printer in advance. • The instrument can only output text to the printer. Note that even if spectral graphs, color difference graphs, or other graphics are selected in the display type of the instrument, no graph will be printed. Memo Auto print is set to “OFF” when the instrument is shipped from the factory. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting>...
  • Page 127 Print Example 2 Display type set to “Diff. Graph” Ｓ／Ｎ １ ０ ０ ０ ０ １ ０ ３      Ｓ／Ｎ １ ０ ０ ０ ０ １ ０ ３ Ｓ／Ｎ １ ０ ０ ０ ０ １ ０ ３ ＳＡＭＰ Ｌ Ｅ ０ ０ １ １ ＰＡＳＳ ＳＡＭＰ...

  • Page 128: System Settings

    System Settings This section explains how to configure calibration, how to display the instrument diagnosis info., and how to display the instrument info. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the measurement screen. Press [MENU], and then use [◀] or [▶] to display the <Setting>...

  • Page 129: X85; Calibration Interval Messages

    … Calibration Interval Messages „ If the instrument has not been used for an extended period of time since the previous measurement, a message prompting white calibration will appear after start-up and before measurement. The time interval between the previous calibration and when the message is displayed can be configured. Memo The interval until the calibration is displayed is set to “8 hours”...

  • Page 130: X85; Annual Calibration Messages

    If the annual calibration notification message is set to ON, the annual calibration message will be displayed as the specified day nears. The date of the next calibration is specified upon initial startup or during KONICA MINOLTA calibration service (or maintenance) and cannot be changed. Press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 131: X85; User Calibration

    … User calibration „ You can perform calibration by using your own reference plate and calibration data instead of white calibration. The calibration data for user calibration can be specified by connecting the instrument to a computer and using the optional Color Management Software “SpectraMagic NX”. Users can select whether to use the user calibration data for measurement.

  • Page 132: X85; Zero Calibration Skip

    … Zero calibration skip „ When shipped from the factory, the “Calibration (Excluding Zero Cal.)” button is enabled on the <Calibration> screen. If configuring to ensure that zero calibration is performed, disable this function. Memo Zero calculation skippable is set to “Disable (Perform zero calibration)” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

  • Page 133: Displaying Diagnosis Info

    „ Displaying Diagnosis Info. The results of the instrument status diagnosis using optional PC software are displayed. (* Support for this function is planned with optional PC software. It is not currently available.) Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Diagnosis info.”, and then press the [Confirmation] key.

  • Page 134: Displaying The Instrument Information

    „ Displaying the Instrument Information Display the product name, version, and serial number of the instrument. Operating Procedure Start the procedure from the <Setting> screen. Use [▲] or [▼] to move the cursor to “Instrument info.”, and then press the [Confirmation] key. The instrument information is displayed.

  • Page 135: Job Function

    „ JOB Function Administrators can pre-register to the instrument workflows to be performed by the worker, allowing the worker to perform measurement according to the registered workflow. This selection screen is available when the job has been set in advance with the optional Color Management Software SpectraMagic NX.

  • Page 136: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 5 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Message List ..........134 Troubleshooting ...........136...

  • Page 137: Message List

    Message List Error message: The operation is not correct. Follow the instructions displayed immediately. There is no xenon output. Restart and try measuring again. If the error occurs again, please contact the nearest service center. There was an error with color measurement device. Restart and try measuring again. If the error occurs again, please contact the nearest service center.
  • Page 138 Caution: The setting or operation is not correct. Data is outside the range of guaranteed performance. The target is protected. See P.67 Cannot be used in the current mode. The date is incorrect. See P.105 The target mask is wrong. The target mask diameter is incorrect.

  • Page 139: Troubleshooting

    If an abnormality has occurred with the instrument, take the necessary actions as given in the table below. If the instrument still does not work properly, turn the power OFF and temporarily disconnect the battery. Reinsert the battery and turn the power back ON. If the symptom remains, contact a KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility.
  • Page 140 Turn the the end of its life and requires replacement. instrument ON to charge the To replace the backup battery, please contact a backup battery. Under this KONICA MINOLTA-authorized service facility. condition, the backup battery will be fully charged in 20 hours.

  • Page 141: Chapter 6 Appendix

    Chapter 6 Chapter 6 Appendix Fluorescence Measurement ......139 Specifications ..........140 Dimensions ..........142...

  • Page 142: Fluorescence Measurement

    Fluorescence Measurement This instrument features both a UV full xenon lamp and a UV cut xenon lamp. Fluorescence reflectance is calculated through numerical processing of the reflectance from these two light sources. With fluorescence calibration To ensure accurate fluorescence reflectance measurement, fluorescence calibration can be performed via SpectraMagic NX (Ver.3.0 or later).

  • Page 143: Specifications

    Within ΔE*ab 0.12 Within ΔE*ab 0.2 agreement (Based on average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles; MAV SCI; compared to values measured with a master body under Konica Minolta standard measurement conditions) UV setting 100% / 0% / Adjusted (Instantaneous numerical 0% only;...
  • Page 144 0 to 9.99 GU: Within ±0.2 GU — — agreement 10 to 99.99 GU: Within ±0.5 GU (MAV; compared to values measured with a master body under KONICA MINOLTA standard measurement conditions) Applicable JIS Z8741 (MAV only), — — standards...

  • Page 145: Dimensions

    Dimensions CM-26dG / CM-26d / CM-25d (Unit: mm) * Not available on the CM-25d.
  • Page 147 < CAUTION > ● KONICA MINOLTA WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE MISUSE, MISHANDLING, UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION, ETC. OF THIS PRODUCT, OR FOR ANY INDIRECT OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS, ETC.) DUE TO THE USE OF...

  • Page 148: User Equation And User Class

    User Equation and User Class • The User Equation (User Index) function allows users to input an equation defined by the user and using values currently set for display on the instrument, and have the instrument show the results of the user-defined equation. • The User Class function allows users to classify measurements into groups (such as grades or ranks) according to the results of a defined User Equation.
  • Page 149 User Equation Input example To input the equation for ΔE*ab as a User Equation, it would be: SQRT(POW([DL]+POW[DA]+POW[DB]) Input Format A User Equation is defined using numbers and strings for measurement value variables and functions. • Parameter strings are explained in Input Format below. • The total length of a User Equation definition including numbers and string parameters is 200 characters.
  • Page 150 WI CIE [TINT] Tint CIE [DEWI] ΔWI E313-73 [DWIC] ΔWI CIE [DTINT] ΔTint CIE [YIE] YI E313-73 [YID] YI D1925 [BISO] B(ISO) [DYIE] ΔYI E313-73 [DYID] ΔYI D1925 [DBISO] ΔB(ISO) • GU and ΔGU can be used only with CM-26dG. UE-3...
  • Page 151 SCI variables SCI values will be used even if the SCE screen is selected. • Instrument Specular Component setting must include SCI. Variable Measurement value Variable Measurement value Variable Measurement value [LI] [AI] [BI] [DLI] ΔL* [DAI] Δa* [DBI] Δb* [CI] [HI] [DCI] ΔC*...
  • Page 152 SCE variables SCE values will be used even if the SCI screen is selected. • instrument Specular Component setting must include SCE. Variable Measurement value Variable Measurement value Variable Measurement value [LE] [AE] [BE] [DLE] ΔL* [DAE] Δa* [DBE] Δb* [CE] [HE] [DCE] ΔC*...
  • Page 153 Example of User Equation results when using common, SCI only, and SCE only variables in SCI and SCE screens SCI screen SCE screen [L]+[LI]+[LE] 250 (= 100+100+50) 200 (=50+100+50) Functions Function string Usage example Explanation = A + B = A - B = A ×...
  • Page 154 User Class The User Class classifies measurements according to the results of the User Equation having the same number (for example, UC1 classifies measurements according to the results of UE1). Input Example To classify measurements into 5 classes A, B, C, D, E based on the following conditions: User Equation result Class UE ≥...
  • Page 155 Usable characters for class labels The following characters can be used. • (sp) indicates a space. (sp) “ & ’ < ¥ > UE-8...
  • Page 156 En 9222-AC5J-11 ©2018 KONICA MINOLTA, INC. BJKBDA...

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