Spectramagic NX
Spectramagic NX
Ver. 2.6
E Instruction Manual
Formal designations of application software used in this manual
(Designation in this manual) (Formal designation)
Windows, Windows Vista Microsoft® Windows® Vista Business Operating System
Windows, Windows 7 Microsoft® Windows® 7 Professional Operating System
Windows, Windows 8 Microsoft® Windows® 8 Pro Operating System
Windows, Windows 8.1 Microsoft® Windows® 8.1 Pro Operating System
Trademarks
• “Microsoft”, “Windows”, “Windows Vista”, “Windows 7”, “Windows 8” and “Windows 8.1” are
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.
• “Intel” and “Pentium” are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S.A. and other
countries.
Other company names and product names mentioned in this manual are the registered trademarks
or trademarks of their respective companies.
Safety Precautions
Before you use the SpectraMagic NX software, we recommend that you thoroughly read this
manual as well as the instruction manuals of your PC and the spectrophotometer.
Package Contents
• Installation DVD-ROM of SpectraMagic NX (Qty: 1)
• USB protection key
• Installation Guide
• Authorized Service Facility
The Instruction Manual is also installed in PDF form with a shortcut in the start menu during the soft-
ware installation.
To read the manual, go to Start Menu → All programs → KONICAMINOLTA → SpectraMagic NX →
SpectraMagic NX Manual.
Versions of the Instruction Manual in other languages are also included on the installation DVD-ROM.
You will need Adobe Reader® from Adobe Corporation. The latest Adobe Reader® can be downloaded
for free from the Adobe website. Also, it is possible to use the Adobe Reader® installer included on the
installation DVD-ROM.
(Example) When the DVD-ROM is in E drive E:\Adobe Reader\EN
If you want to view the instruction manual while using the software, select Help - Instruction Manual
from the menu bar.
Notes on Use
• The SpectraMagic NX application software is designed to be used with the Windows Vista,
Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operating system. Note that neither operating system is
included with this software.
• One of these operating systems must be installed on the PC before this software can be installed.
• When inserting the DVD-ROM into the DVD-ROM drive, note the correct orientation of the disc.
Insert it gently.
• Keep the DVD-ROM clean and free from scratches. If the recorded surface becomes dirty or the
label surface is scratched, a read error may result.
• Avoid exposing the DVD-ROM to rapid temperature changes and condensation.
• Avoid leaving it in locations where it may be exposed to high temperatures from direct sunlight or
heaters.
• Do not drop the DVD-ROM or subject it to strong impact.
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• Keep the DVD-ROM away from water, alcohol, paint thinners, and other such substances.
• Remove the DVD-ROM from the DVD-ROM drive while the computer is turned on.
Notes on Storage
• After using the DVD-ROM, return it to its case and store in a safe place.
• Avoid leaving the DVD-ROM in locations where it may be exposed to high temperatures from
direct sunlight or heaters.
• The DVD-ROM should not be kept in areas of high humidity.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accurate operation of this software. However, should you have
any questions or comments, please contact the nearest KONICA MINOLTA authorized service facility.
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 OVERVIEW ................................................. E5
1.1 System Requirements ................................................................. E6
1.2 Major Functions ........................................................................... E7
1.3 Operation Flow ............................................................................ E9
1.4 Window Configuration .............................................................. E10
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Requirements
System
1.1 System Requirements................................................................................ E6
1.1.1 System Requirements ................................................................................. E6
1.1.2 Compatible Instruments.............................................................................. E6
1.1.3 Language ...................................................................................................... E6
Functions
Major
1.2 Major Functions.......................................................................................... E7
1.3 Operation Flow ........................................................................................... E9
1.4 Window Configuration............................................................................. E10
1.4.1 Operation Window......................................................................................E10
Operation
Flow
1.4.2 Menu Bar ..................................................................................................... E11
1.4.3 Standard Toolbar ........................................................................................E13
1.4.4 Shortcut Keys ..............................................................................................E16
1.4.5 List Window.................................................................................................E17
Configuration
1.4.6 Canvas Window ..........................................................................................E17
Window
1.4.7 Tool Icon Bar................................................................................................E18
1.4.8 Sensor Sync Window .................................................................................E19
1.4.9 Template Window ...................................................................................... E20
1.4.10 Status Window........................................................................................... E21
1.4.11 Status Bar ................................................................................................... E22
1.4.12 Navigation Window ................................................................................... E23
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Display Display hardware capable of displaying 1024 x 768 pixels / 16-bit color or better
USB port Required for Bluetooth® adapter when the CM-700d/600d is connected by
using Bluetooth® communication
1.1.3 Language
Display language English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese
(Simplified and Traditional)
(Select one during installation.)
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Color space L*a*b*, L*C*h, Lab99, LCh99, XYZ , Hunter Lab, Yxy , L*u'v' , L*u*v* ,
Munsell C, Munsell D65 and their color differences (Excluding Munsell C and Mun-
sell D65)
Index MI, WI (CIE1982 , ASTM E313-73 , ASTM E313-96 , HUNTER ,
Functions
BERGER , TAUBE , STENSBY , Ganz ), Tint (CIE1982 , ASTM E313-
Major
96 , Ganz ), YI (ASTM D1925-70 , ASTM E313-73 , ASTM E313-96 ,
DIN6167 ), WB (ASTM E313-73) , Standard Depth (ISO 105.A06 ),
Brightness (TAPPI T452 , ISO2470 ), Opacity (ISO 2471 , TAPPI T425 89%
White Plate ), Haze (ASTM D1003-97 ), Density (Status A , Status T ),
Dominant Wavelength , Excitation Purity , RXRYRZ , Gardner, Hazen (APHA)
colour scale, Iodine color number, European Pharmacopoeia, US Pharmacopeia, 8
degree gloss value (CM-3600A, CM-3610A, CM-3600d, CM-2600d/2500d, CM-
700d/600d only) , user equation , each difference, 555
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Illuminants A, C, D50, D55 , D65, D75 , F2, F6 , F7 , F8 , F10 , F11, F12 , U50 , ID50,
ID65, User illuminant 1 to 3
Up to three illuminants can be displayed simultaneously.
Graph Spectral reflectance/(transmittance) and its difference, L*a*b* absolute value,
ΔL*a*b* (color difference distribution, MI, 3D), Hunter Lab absolute value, Hunter
ΔLab (color difference distribution), Trend chart and histogram of each color space
and color difference equation, Pseudo Color display
Functions
Image display Can be linked to sample data and images (JPEG or BMP).
Major
Instrument Measurement/calibration
control Automatic averaging measurement: 2 to 999 measurements
functions Manual averaging measurement: Optional (user-determined) number of times (The
standard deviation and average for the color space selected for measurement are dis-
played.)
Remote measurement (Excluding CM-3000 Series)
Downloading of configuration data to the instrument (Excluding CM-3000 Series)
Uploading of data stored in instrument memory (Excluding CM-3000 Series)
Target data Two or more pieces of target data can be registered (automatic selection).
Colorimetric data can be registered manually by specifying the color space.
Target data can be downloaded to the instrument. (Excluding CM-3000 Series)
Data list Listing of target data and sample data
Editing (delete, sort, average, copy & paste, search, file merge)
Link between JPEG images, Display of statistic value and pass/fail ratio, Visual
judgement result input function, Additional data information inputting/listing func-
tion
External I/O Uploading/saving of data file(s) in original formats (with “mes” file extension).
Uploading/saving of template file(s) in original format (with “mtp” file extension).
Uploading/saving of data in text format.
Saving of data in XML format.
Copying of lists in clipboard.
Help Navigable display, “Precise Color Communication” Tutorial, Manual
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White calibration
Operation
To conduct To conduct color difference measurement
Flow
absolute value
Specify target data
measurement
(pp. 68-81).
(p. 84)
Measure target data.
The shaded sections indicate functions available only when the spectrophotometer is connected and the
protection key is attached to the computer.
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Menu bar (p. 11) Standard toolbar (p. 13) List window (p. 17)
Shows functions Displays icons corresponding Displays sample data.
categorized to frequently used functions.
among menus.
Configuration
Window
Status window Tool icon bar (p. 18) Status bar (p. 22) Canvas window
(p. 21) Displays icons representing Displays the details (p. 17)
Displays the graphic objects. You can or status of each Graphic objects
detailed status of select graphic objects from function of the are pasted in this
the instrument. this bar and place them in SpectraMagic NX. window.
the canvas window.
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Configuration
Edit Shortcuts ................................ 16
Window
Print Preview ...............................128
Print Ctrl+P ....................128 Instrument
Serial Printer ...............................129 Connect/Disconnect F5/Shift+F5 ...... 29
Serial PrintOut ...............................129 Communication Setup ...................... 31
Serial Printer Setting .....................130
Instrument Settings ...................... 33
Startup Options ...............................134
Calibration F2.................. 34
Send Mail ...............................158
Measure Target F3.................. 69
Property .................................57
Measure Sample F4.................. 92
File Locking ...............................136 Measurement Options ...................... 63
Documents recently opened with UV Adjustment ...................... 38
the SpectraMagic NX software. Averaged Measurement ...................... 98
(Up to five files are displayed.) .............12
Target Averaged Measurement .. 73
Exit Shift+X Sample Averaged Measurement 98
Remote Measurement ...................... 70
Edit
Target Remote Measurement F6 .. 70
Cut Ctrl+X .... 112, 122, 285 Sample Remote Measurement F7. 94
Copy Ctrl+C .... 112, 122, 285 Remote Measurement Option ......... 195
Paste Ctrl+V .... 112, 122, 285 Upload/Download
Delete Del ......................... 113 Upload Samples .....................101
Upload Target ...................... 79
Search Ctrl+F..................... 116
Merge Ctrl+G ....................149 Download Target .....................176
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Data Tool
Tolerance Setting .................................87 Macro .............................. 191
Judgement Format..........................59,90 Edit .............................. 191
Default Tolerance Setting .....................86 Start .............................. 194
End
Supplementary data information .....65
MRU
Auto Target .................................82
Change Target ...............................114
Input Spectral Target ............................76 Move to Target
Input Colorimetric Target......................77 Average ...............................115
Observer and Iluminant........................36 Sort ...............................113
Working Target ................................ 84
List Items .................................46
Decimal Places .................................62 View Settings .......... 109,110,119,151
Next Data ...............................125 Security Setting ............................. 137
Previous Data ...............................125 Edit Mode ...............................119
Data Property ...............................103 Option .............................. 155
Window
Object
Cascade .............................. 149
Align ...............................122
Tile .............................. 149
Configuration
Align ...............................122
Window
Documents recently
opened with the
SpectraMagic NX
software. (Up to five
files are displayed.)
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• Place the mouse pointer over a button to display a brief description of its function.
• The buttons can be displayed in two different sizes and can be arranged in any order desired.
Configuration
Window
Customizing the standard toolbar
To customize your toolbar with a desired combination of icons, select View - Toolbar setup from the
menu bar.
1. Click the New button.
2. Type the name of a toolbar and click the OK button.
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3. Select the Command tab and select the category of icon you want to add to the new toolbar from the
list displayed below Categories.
The button icons for the selected category are displayed in the Buttons area.
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Toolbars tab
SpectraMagic NX
This is the standard toolbar. When this item is checked, the standard toolbar appears. Uncheck this
item to hide the toolbar.
Configuration
To return to the initial setting, click the Reset button.
Window
Align
This is the graphic object alignment bar. When this item is checked, the graphic object alignment bar
appears. Uncheck this item to hide the bar.
To return to the initial setting, click the Reset button.
Show Tooltips
Position the mouse pointer over a button to see brief explanation of the function of the icon dis-
played as a tooltip.
Check this option to have a tooltip appear. Uncheck this item if you do not want a tooltip to appear.
Cool Look
The appearance of the icons shown on the toolbar can be changed.
When this option is checked, the icons normally appear flat but change to a three-dimensional but-
ton appearance when the mouse pointer is positioned over them.
Large Buttons
The default size of the icons in the toolbar can be increased to a larger size with a text description of
each button displayed below the icon.
Command tab
Select this tab to add or remove the buttons appearing in the toolbar.
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1. To create a shortcut or edit an existing shortcut key, select the desired process under “Select a
macro.”
2. Click the Create Shortcut button.
3. The Assign Shortcut dialog box opens. Press the key(s) you want to assign to the shortcut.
In the box below “Press new shortcut key:”, “Ctrl” and the key(s) you pressed are displayed. If you
pressed any key while holding down the Shift or Alt key, or if you pressed a function key, the key(s)
you pressed will be displayed.
If the key(s) you pressed have already been assigned to another macro, the corresponding macro is
displayed below “Current Assignment.” If the key is not assigned to any macro, “(Unassigned)” is
displayed.
Example:
When the Ctrl and M
keys are pressed
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Configuration
Window
1.4.6 Canvas Window
The canvas window is the window in which graphic objects are pasted.
Two views of the canvas window are available for each document file: Display View and Printing View.
In edit mode, graphic objects can be placed differently in each window as desired.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
1) Selection tool
2) Line object
3) Rectangle object
4) Data list object
5) Color difference graph (ΔL*a*b) object
Configuration
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