Konica Minolta CR-410, CR-400 User Manual

CHROMA METER

CR

-400/410

CR-400

CR-410

CR-400

Measurement area Ø 8mm

CR-410

Measurement area Ø 50mm

Denotes a new feature not available with the previous CR-300/310 Series.

CR-400

Data Processor DP-400

CR-410

Introducing the successor to the Konica Minolta CR-300/310,
our best-selling colorimeter globally accepted as the standard
in a wide range of industries.

The measuring head can perform
measurement alone.

The measuring head is detachable from the data processor.
Now, you can take measurements directly with the head
alone. What's more, you can connect the measuring head
directly to a PC. Simply install our optional software, and
your PC can function as the data processor.

User-defined evaluation formulas
freely set up.

The CR-400 Series features a User Index function that
allows you to configure the evaluation formula and color­calculation formula as desired. This feature is intended to
meet the needs of color-control applications in which
industry-specific or customized evaluation formulas are
used instead of the versatile color system and standard
evaluation formula such as L*a*b*.

(Settings can be configured via a PC with optional software installed.)

Abundant accessories applicable to
various materials.

A v aried s e l e ction o f accesso r i e s is a v a i lable t o
accommodate various types of targets including powder,
paste and opaque liquids.

Compact data processor incorpor­ates a high-speed printer.

The compact, lightweight data processor is battery­operated* and features a built-in high-speed printer. Its size
and weight are approximately one-half those of the
conventional DP-300 Series. In addition, the CR-400 Series
is designed with a detachable shoulder strap for easier
portability.

*An AC adapter is included as a standard accessory.

Full data compatibility with the
CR-300/310 series

To ensure data compatibility, the CR-400 Series utilizes the
sa m e illu minat ion-v iewin g optic al syst em as th e
conventional CR-300/310 Series. As a result, those
upgrading from the preceding model can make full use of
their existing data.

Easy-to-understand the name on the buttons, ensure
smooth measurement and setting operations.

Achieves exceptional accuracy

Inter-instrument agreement : CR-400: ∆E*ab within 0.6

CR-410: ∆E*ab within 0.8

Repeatability : within ∆E*ab 0.07

User calibration function ensures higher accuracy.

(Settings can be configured with the data processor or via a PC with optional software
installed.)

Color difference tolerance can be set to perform
PASS/WARN/FAIL

(Settings can be configured with the data processor or via a PC with optional software
installed.)

Offers a wider range of color systems than the CR­300/310 Series.

The measuring head alone can store up to 1,000
measurements. When the data processor is connected,
up to 2,000 measurements can be stored.(The measuring

head can store up to 100 color-difference target colors with
or without the data processor connected.)

Capable of displaying color-difference graphs that
provide a visual representation of the color difference.

(When connected to data processor)

A simple, cellular-phone-type text entry system is
provided for entering the names of color-difference
target colors and calibration channels.

(When connected to data processor)

Features a large, easy-to-see LCD with a built-in
backlight.

The LCD offers six user-selectable languages for the
display mode, including English and Japanese.

(When connected to data processor)

Can be powered with rechargeable batteries for reduced
operating costs.

When measuring

powders or pastes

When color control

is performed with

a customized

evaluation formula,

instead of the versatile

color system

When a compact

colorimeter

is needed in the field

When measurements

need to be printed

on-site for labeling

of samples

Granular-Materials
Attachment CR-A50

Glass Light-Projection Tube

CR-A33f (For CR-400)
CR-A33e (For CR-410)

User index function

-Example­Evaluation of tomato ripeness=a*/b*+0.3a*/L*

Note: The evaluation formula and grade indicated above are hypothetical examples used only to demonstrate the user index function.

With the varied accessories, you can measure targets with
diverse profiles.

User-defined evaluation formulas can be entered as desired. Now,
you can control color with customized evaluation formulas.

The measuring head can be used independently of the data
processor. This is advantageous when portability is required or
limited space is available.

The compact data processor features a built-in printer for
superior mobility.

-1.0 0.0 1.0

Grade B2 Grade A Grade B1

The CR-400/410 Series really shows its abilities in these applications.

AGMGP

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©2002 KONICA MINOLTA SENSING, INC.

CR-400 Utility Software CR-S4w

To take measurements or change the
measurement parameters of the CR-400/410
Series, youcan controlthe unit with a PC.

Measurement data can be transferred directly
to a Microsoft Excel®file by means of the OLE
function.

(Excel®97/2000/2002is required to use the Excel®transferfunction.)

Calibration data and color-difference
reference color data can be uploaded or
modified.

System requirements

OS Windows®98/2000/XP
CPU Pentium®166MHz or higher
Memory 32MB or higher
Hard disk 100MB or more free space
Display resolution

VGA (640× 480) or higher

System requirements

OS Windows®2000 Professional SP4,

Windows®XP Professional SP2
CPU Pentium®III 600 MHz or higher
Memory 128 MB (256 MB recommended)
Hard disk 450 MB of available disk space
Display

Graphic card capable of displaying 1024 x 768/High Color (16-bit)
Other CD-ROM drive (required for installation)

One free USB port or printer port (for protection key)

One free serial port (for instrument)

Internet Explorer Ver. 5.01 or later

Granular-Materials Attachment

CR-A50

With the Granular-Materials Attachment
CR-A50, the color of powders, pastes,
grains, and other granular substances can
be easily and accurately measured.

Glass Light-Projection Tube

CR-A33f(For CR-400) and CR-A33e (For CR-410)

Glass Light-Projection Tube CR-A33f and CR-A33e
have a glass plate at the tip and can be used for
measuring wet surfaces or for ensuring that materials
such as textiles are flat during measurements.

Pivoting Base CR-A12 (For CR-400)

Attaching the Pivoting Base CR-A12 to the
Measuring head of the CR-400 ensures
greater stability and accuracy in measurements
Light-Projection Tube CR-A33c is also included.

Optional Accessories

System Diagram

Standard accessory
Optional accessory

CR-410

CR-400

Wrist Strap

CR-A73

Shoulder Strap

SS-01

Protective Cap

CR-A72

Protective Cap

CR-A104

AAA Size

Battery (x4)

Roll Paper

DP-A22

(five rolls)

RS232C Cable(for PC)

CR-A102

PC (commercially available)

AA Size

Battery (x4)

RS232C Cable

(Head-DP)

CR-A101

White Calibration
Plate

CR-A43

Glass Light

Projection Tube

CR-A33a

(with convex glass)

Glass Light-Projection

Tube

CR-A33e

Glass Light

Projection Tube

CR-A33f

(with concave glass)

Light

Projection Tube

CR-A33c

(no disc)

Pivoting Base

CR-A12

(includes CR-A33c)

Light

Projection Tube

CR-A33d

(with φ22mm disc)

Granular-Materials

Attachment

CR-A50

Color Tiles

White Calibration

Plate

CR-A44

AC Adapter

AC-A17

AC Adapter

AC-A23

(for Korea)

DP-400

Measuring Head

Data Processor

CR-400 Utility
Software

CR-S4w

Hard Case

CR-A103

(includes one Roll Paper)

SpectraMagicTMNX

CM-S100w

SpectraMagicTMNX

Supports Windows®2000/XP

(

optional

)

Specifications

SpectraMagic

TM

NX enables you to perform

comprehensive color inspection and analysis of
incoming raw materials, in process production,
and outbound color critical goods and materials
in virtually any industry. With SpectraMagicTMNX
you can insert digital images with measured data.
Measure samples in any of 8 universally accepted
color spaces. Select from 15 illuminants, and up
to 40 indices to determine specific color and
appearance properties, such as brightness, haze,
yellowness, opacity and strength. You can even
configure up to 3 customized color equations.
Reports range from simple Pass/Fail to trend
charts, histograms, color plots, and spectral
graphs. SpectraMagic

TM

NX comes with predefined

templates using skin technology, or you can
create your own templates. For illustrations and
explanations to understanding color and color
measurement technology, there is a link to
Konica Minolta's well known and respected

“Precise Color Communication”.

Color space

Index

Color
difference
equation
Observer
Illuminants

Graph
display

L*a*b*, L*C*h, Lab99, LCh99, XYZ, Hunter
Lab, Yxy, L*u'v', L*u*v*, Munsell, and their
color differences (excluding Munsell)
WI (CIE 1982, ASTM E313-73, Hunter,
Berger, Taube, Stensby, Ganz), Tint(Ganz),
YI (ASTM D1925-70, ASTM E313-73,
ASTM E313-96, DIN6167), WB (B ASTM
E313-73), Standard Depth (ISO 105.A06),
R

XRYRZ

, Gray scale(ISO 105.A05)

∆E*ab(CIE 1976), ∆E*94(CIE 1994), ∆E

00

(CIE 2000), ∆E

99

(DIN99), ∆E (Hunter),
CMC (I:c), FMC-2, NBS 100, NBS 200
2 degree
C, D

65

L*a*b* absolute value, ∆L*a*b* (color
difference distribution), Hunter Lab
absolute value, Hunter ∆Lab (color
difference distribution), Trend chart and
histogram of each color space and color
difference equation, Pseudo Color display

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

For correct use and for your safety, be sure to read the instruction manual before using the instrument.

Always connect the instrument to the specified power supply voltage.Improper connection may cause a fire or electric shock.
Be sure to use the specified batteries. Using improper batteries may cause a fire or electric shock.

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Data Processor DP-400

Measuring Head CR-400 Measuring Head CR-410

DimensionsSpecifications

Color Data Software CM-S100w

SpectraMagicTMNX

CR-400 Utility Software

CR-S4w

White Calibration Plate

CR-A43

White Calibration Plate

CR-A44

Protective Cap

CR-A72

Protective Cap

CR-A104

RS-232C Cable
CR-A101(Head-DP)
RS-232C Cable
CR-A102(for PC)
AC Adapter AC-A17
AC Adapter AC-A23(for Korea)
Wrist Strap

CR-A73

Shoulder Strap

SS-01

Hard Case

CR-A103

Roll Paper (one roll)

Roll Paper
DP-A22(five rolls)

4 AA Size Batteries

4 AAA Size Batteries

Glass Light-Projection Tube

CR-A33a/f

Light-Projection Tube

CR-A33c/d

Glass Light-Projection Tube

CR-A33e

Granular-Materials Attachment

CR-A50

Pivoting Base

CR-A12

Color Tiles

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Name Data Processor
Model DP-400
Display range Y : 0.01 to 160.00% (reflectance)
Measurement time∗2 1 Seconds.
Minimum measurement interval∗2 3 Seconds.
Battery performance Approx. 800 measurements (when using batteries under company testing Konica Minolta's conditions)
Illuminants C, D65
Display Chroma values, color difference values, color difference graphs, PASS/WARN/FAIL display
Tolerance judgment∗2 Color difference tolerance (box tolerance and elliptical tolerance) Only for the display function
Color space/ XYZ,Y x y, L∗a∗b∗, Hunter Lab, L∗C∗h, Munsell (only illuminant C), CMC (l:c), CIE1994, Lab99,

colorimetric data LCh99, CIE2000, CIE WI-Tw (only illuminant D65), WI ASTM E313 (only illuminant C),

YI ASTM D1925 (only illuminant C),YI ASTM E313 (only illuminant C),

User index (up to six registered in the Measuring Head can be used)
Languages Operating keys : English, LCD : English (default), German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese
Storable data sets Max. 2000 pieces of data (divisible into 100 pages)

Deletion and Undoing selected stored data (one piece of data or all data) are possible
Color difference target colors∗2 Only for the operating function (100 pieces of data when the measuring head is connected; input of

measurement values or numeric) (independent of page function)
Calibration channels∗2 Only for the operating function (20 channels when the measuring head is connected)

(ch00: white calibration; ch01 to ch19: user calibration)
Page function 100 pages
Display Dot-matrix LCD with back light (16 chars x 9 lines + 1 line for icon display) Contrast adjustment
Printer 384 dot line thermal printer (

can also print graphs

) Automaticallyprints out all measurement results(

can be set not to print

)
Statistical function Maximum, minimum, average, and standard deviation
Automatic measurement

∗

2

Date and time display: year, month, day, hour, minute
Timer: 3seconds. to 99 minutes.
(Some measurement modes require more than 3 seconds.)

Interface RS-232C compliant Baud rate (bps) : 19200 fixed (when connected to PC)

When measuring head is connected baud rate is automatically set to that of the measurement head

Power source 4 AA size alkaline or Ni-MH batteries,

AC adapter (AC-A17) AC120V 50-60Hz 0.4A (for N.America and Japan)

AC230V 50-60Hz 0.4A (for worldwide except N.America)
Size 100(W) x 73(H) x 255(D)mm
Weight Approx. 600g (not including batteries and paper)
Operating temperature/ 0 to 40°C, relative humidity 85% or less (at 35

°C)

with no condensation

humidity range

∗

Operating temperature/humidity range of products for North America : 5 to 40°C, relative humidity 80% or less (at 31°C) with no condensation 

Storage temperature/humidity range

-20 to 40°C, relative humidity 85% or less (at 35

°C)

with no condensation

Other User calibration function (multi-calibration/manual calibration)∗2, Measurements for automatic average

function, Print ON/OFF function. CR-400 measurement data impor t function∗2, All color space print ON/OFF
function, Data protection ON/OFF function. Back light ON/OFF function. Buzzer ON/OFF function. Display
color limit function, Remote mode (stored data output), Character input function (alphanumeric)

∗

2 indicates that part of or all functions are not available when the measurement head is not connected.

Name Chroma Meter Measuring Head
Model CR-400 Head CR-410Head
Illuminating/viewing system

d/0 (Diffuse illumination/0°viewing angle)

Wide-area illumination/0° viewing angle

(Specular component included) (Specular component included)
Detector Silicone photo cells (6)
Display range Y: 0.01 to 160.00% (reflectance)
Light source Pulsed xenon lamp
Measurement time 1 seconds.
Minimum measurement interval

3 seconds.
Battery performance Approx. 800 measurements

(when using batteries under company testing Konica Minolta's conditions)
Measurement/illumination area

φ8/φ11 φ50/φ53
Repeatability Within ∆E*ab0.07 standard deviation (when the white calibration plate

is measured 30 times at intervals of 10 seconds)
Inter instrument ∆E*ab: within 0.6 ∆E*ab: within 0.8

agreement Average of 12 BCRA series II colors
Observer 2 degrees Closely matches CIE 1931 Standard Obser vers: ( x2λ, yλ, zλ)
Illuminant∗1 C, D65
Display∗1 Chroma values, color difference values, PASS/WARN/FAIL display
Tolerance judgment∗1 Color difference tolerance (box tolerance and elliptical tolerance)
Color space/

XYZ, Y x y, L∗a∗b∗, Hunter Lab, L∗C∗h, Munsell (only illuminant C), CMC(l:c), CIE1994, Lab99,

colorimetric data

LCh99, CIE2000, CIE WI•Tw (only illuminant D65), WI ASTM E313 (only illuminant C),
YI ASTM D1925 (only illuminant C), YI ASTM E313 (only illuminant C),
User index (up to six can be registered from computer)

Languages Operating keys : English

LCD : English (default)

(LCD : German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese) *1
Storable data sets 1000 (measuring head and data processor save different data)
Color difference target colors

100
Calibration channels

*1 20 channels (ch00 : white calibration, ch01 to ch19 : user calibration)

Display

Dot-matrix LCD with back light (15 chars x 9 lines + 1 line for icon display)
Interface RS-232C compliant (for data processor/PC)

* Baud rate : 4800, 9600, 19200 (bps), set at 9600 bps when shipped from factory
Power source 4 AAA size alkaline or Ni-MH batteries,

AC adapter (AC-A17) AC120V 50-60Hz 0.4A (for N.America and Japan)

AC230V 50-60Hz 0.4A (for worldwide except N.America)

Size

102(W) x 217(H) x 63(D)mm 102(W) x 244(H) x 63(D)mm
Weight Approx. 550g Approx. 570g

(including 4 AAA size batteries and not including RS-232C cable)
Operating temperature/

0 to 40°C, relative humidity 85% or less (at 35°C) with no condensation
humidity range

∗

Operating temperature/humidity range of products for North America : 5 to 40°C, relative humidity 80% or less (at 31°C) with no condensation

Storage temperature/humidity range

-20 to 40°C, relative humidity 85% or less (at 35°C) with no condensation

Other LCD back light ON/OFF function (when ON, back light stays ON for 30

seconds after last key or measurement operation)

∗

1 indicates when connected to the Data Processor or when not set using the Data Processor or the optional software,

that some of the function are not available when the measuring head is not connected.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.