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Lighting: Handbook

The document describes a visual color comparator device used to compare the color of transmitting mediums in automotive lighting equipment to limit glasses. It shows a diagram of the device, which positions a light bulb so its light passes through samples and diffusing glasses before being reflected to an observer. An adjustable diffusing glass allows matching the brightness between the test source and limit glass beams so their color can be examined for conformance. It also provides definitions for types of headlight beams like single beam, multiple beam, symmetrical beam, and asymmetrical beam. Finally, it lists general headlamp testing requirements such as preparing the vehicle before checking beam aim by rocking it and checking with no load other than the driver. Faulty

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Lighting: Handbook

The document describes a visual color comparator device used to compare the color of transmitting mediums in automotive lighting equipment to limit glasses. It shows a diagram of the device, which positions a light bulb so its light passes through samples and diffusing glasses before being reflected to an observer. An adjustable diffusing glass allows matching the brightness between the test source and limit glass beams so their color can be examined for conformance. It also provides definitions for types of headlight beams like single beam, multiple beam, symmetrical beam, and asymmetrical beam. Finally, it lists general headlamp testing requirements such as preparing the vehicle before checking beam aim by rocking it and checking with no load other than the driver. Faulty

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13-10 I E S LIGHTING HANDBOOK

Visual Comparison of Colors


A device which may be used for visually comparing the color of transmitting
mediums used in automotive-lighting equipment and the limit glass or glasses is
shown in Fig. 13-4. The visual color comparator consists of a lampholder capable
of mounting and operating any standard bulb that is specified for such equipment.
The bulb is so positioned that the light from it passes through the standard limit
glass or glasses as well as diffusing glasses before being reflected from a mirror to the
observer. The posi-
tion of one of the dif-
fusing glasses is ad-
justable so that by
altering its position
the brightness of these
two portions of the
field of view may be
made the same. A
similar diffusing plate
and mirror are so po-
sitioned that the ob-
server also views the
automotive-1 i
g
h t i n
g
equipment being ex-
amined. The device
is adjusted so that a
brightness match is ob-
tained between the test
source and the limit
glass beams. The
color then is examined
to determine confor-
mance with the limits.
SECTION
ELEVATION
FIG. 13-4. Visual color comparator.
Headlighting Inspection Code
This code is intended only for the inspection and maintenance of headlighting
equipment on motor vehicles that are in operation. The original code was drafted
for use in preparing I.C.C. regulations for trucks and buses in interstate operation
under the 1935 Motor Carrier Act. Subsequently it was the basis for Section 2 (Light-
ing Systems) of the American Standard D71939, Inspection Requirements for Motor
Vehicles.
Single beam. A single beam provides only one fixed beam that is not adjustable
from the driver's seat.
Multiple beam. A multiple beam provides two or more beams which may be selec-
ted by the driver.
Symmetrical beam. A symmetrical beam has both sides symmetrical with respect
to the median vertical plane.
Asymmetrical beam. An asymmetrical beam is one in which both sides are not sym-
metrical with respect to the median vertical plane.
General Head-lamp Testing Requirements
Preparation for aiming. Before checking beam aim, the inspector shall see that no
tire is noticeably deflated and shall rock the vehicle sideways. Beam aim shall be
checked with no load in the vehicle other than the driver in the front seat. Faulty
wheel alignment or improper tracking of the rear axle should be taken into considera-
tion before the head-lamp inspection is made. Experience indicates that it is advis-
able to maintain the light output of the lamp well up toward the normal new-lamp
value as indicated in the notes. The reference to higher standards mentioned in
several of the notes in each case should be drawn to the attention of the car owner.

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