Techkon SDRDEVICE, SDRRECEIVER User Manual
TECHKON
Manual
Scan-Measurement-System
SpectroDrive
Software
ExPresso 3
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Version 1.0, January 2008
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Welcome
We welcome you among the worldwide community of users of TECHKON products.
We are happy that you have selected this high-quality measurement system. It will be
a valuable tool for your day-to-day quality control tasks. With this manual we invite
you to learn how to use SpectroDrive and the software ExPresso 3.
The manual is divided into three chapters:
Chapter 1: General description of the measurement system
Chapter 2: Installation of TECHKON SpectroDrive and ExPresso 3
Chapter 3: How to use SpectroDrive and the software ExPresso 3
You will be fascinated how easy the system is to use. You will know how to work with
SpectroDrive after only a few minutes.
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Content
Chapter 1: General description of the measurement system
1.1 Product description ................................................................................5
1.2 Packing list ...............................................................................................9
Chapter 2: Installation of SpectroDrive and software ExPresso 3
2.1 Assembly of SpectroDrive .................................................................. 10
2.2 Installation of the software ExPresso 3........................................... 11
Chapter 3: How to use SpectroDrive and the software ExPresso 3
3.1 Operation of SpectroDrive................................................................ 12
3.2 Care and maintenance ........................................................................ 14
3.3 Software overview ............................................................................... 16
3.4 Software settings .................................................................................. 17
3.5 Dening and running a Print job....................................................... 21
Appendix:
Technical specications
Manufacturer certicate
Registration card
Chapter 1
General description of the measurement system
1.1 Product description
TECHKON SpectroDrive, with its automatic color and density measurement capabilities, is the perfect solution to substantially increase press productivity by ensuring
consistent print-to-print color accuracy throughout the press run.
The system consists of the following components: The motorized measurement
system scans the complete color bar on a printed sheet within seconds and simultaneously sends the spectral measurement data wirelessly to the PC where all relevant
information for controlling the printing press is displayed.
The measurement device only has one button to start the measurement process.
The PC-software ExPresso 3 has a self-explanatory user interface which can be operated via touch-screen. Installation is simple as well. After a few minutes the system
is operable and ready to take measurements.
SpectroDrive can be used as a scanning device as well as a hand held instrument for
single measurements. Just take the device from the horizontal track and position it
wherever you want to take a color measurement.
The TECHKON ExPresso 3 software offers a comprehensive tool-set comprising
measurement of spot colors, support of up to 16 print units, face and reverse printing,
display of color density, dot gain, gray balance, CIE L*a*b*-values and recommendations on how to adjust the ink on the press. This is only an excerpt of the complete
functionality.
Thanks to its modularity, ExPresso 3 is expandable and versatile. The measurement
data can be exported into other software applications that connect real-time to
printing presses to enable a ‘close loop’ turn-key solution. In addition, TECHKON
ExPresso can export measured data to standard applications such as Microsoft Excel.
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All advantages at a glance:
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Modular and compact
• works with any sheet or press format
• horizontal track can be shipped in any
length up to 2100 mm
• space-saving measurement device ts
on any table
• delivery contains all components
supplied in a practical carrying case
Easy to handle
• fast, motorized scanning by pressing
the green measurement button on the
touch-screen or on the device itself
• automatic white calibration
• TECHKON ExPresso PC-software
can be operated with or without
the touch-screen
• the device can easily be used as hand
held device for spot measurements
as well
Easy to install
• installation is made within ve minutes
without any major assembly effort
• complete system is maintenance free
• measurement system can be ipped 180°,
if the color bar is on the opposite side
of the printed sheet
• wireless, fast data transmission; no cable
required
• the mounting table can be inclined up to 45°
• no vacuum air suction is necessary to hold
down the printed sheet
Complete measurement information
• any color bar can be measured
(patch size has to match aperture size)
• color bar can be at any location on
the printed sheet
• no limitation in paper thickness
• automatic polarizing lter function
for densitometric and colorimetric
measurements
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Accurate
• precise spectral engine with automati cally insertable polarizing lter
• patented measurement head for easy
positioning conforming to ISO and
DIN standards
• UV cut lter option available
• robust design for reliable function in
a harsh industrial environment
Fast
• high resolution spectral measurement
of a complete color bar within seconds
(e.g. 500 mm in only 4 seconds!)
• online-wireless data transmission during
scan
• information overview displays relevant
parameters for quality control
Using SpectroDrive as a
hand held unit is simple.
Just position the compact
measurement head above
the sample and press
the green measurement
button. The measurement value is transmitted
instantly to the PC.
SpectroDrive is the
ideal extension to
TECHKON’s renown
hand held instruments:
SpectroPlate is the
perfect tool for accurately reading printing plates
and SpectroDens is the
mobile, multi-purpose
spectro-densitometer,
which can be used at any
location.
TECHKON SpectroDrive
is delivered as a complete
turn-key system. Within a
few minutes the system is
up and running.
One unique feature of
SpectroDrive is its exiibility to be used with any
press type or format.
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52: 750 mm
74: 970 mm
102: 1250 mm
105: 1280 mm
95 mm
52: 370 mm
74: 530 mm
102: 720 mm
105: 780 mm
170 mm
Dimensions
Two different performance packages
The scan-measurement device SpectroDrive and the MS-Windows software ExPresso
form a complete quality control system for increasing productivity and quality of a
printing press.
There are two different versions available:
SpectroDrive + ExPresso Basic
consists of the spectral measuring device SpectroDrive and the MS-Windows
software ExPresso Basic with the following
functions:
• ink zone specic density display
• color density for CMYK and spot colors
(spectral density)
• densitometric gray balance
• dot area, dot gain and printing contrast
• slur/doubling value
• target values, references, tolerances,
OK sheet
• face- and reverse printing
• works with any color bar length
• display of single measurements when
used as a hand held device
• supports up to 6 printing units
• measurement data export (e.g. JDF-format)
Formats:
52: for printed sheet 00 (B3+, 370 x 520 mm)
74: for printed sheet 0B (B2+, 520 x 740 mm)
102: for printed sheet 3B (B1+, 720 x 1020 mm)
105: for printed sheet 3B+ (B1+, 780 x 1050 mm)
Special formats (up to 2100 mm system length /
1800 mm scan length) on request
SpectroDrive + ExPresso Pro
contains the same functions as the
“Basic” package and additionally:
• Gray balance display (densitometric)
• ink zone specic colorimetric
∆E display, Lab, LCh, ∆Lab, ∆LCh
• “InkCheck” recommendation for
ink key setting
• display and evaluation according
to ISO 12647, Gracol G7™
• statistical analysis and report
generator
• supports up to 16 printing units
The carrying case protects SpectroDrive and parts
1.2 Packing list
Contents of delivery:
• Measurement device SpectroDrive
• Left holder incorporating charging console and white standard,
horizontal track, right holder
• Two vertical bars
• AC adapter with universal plugs
• Module for wireless data transmission,
USB cable,
• Carrying case, manual with ISO 9000
certicate, screwdriver, 4 screws
• optional: CD with software ExPresso 3,
USB-dongle (CD is at the back of the manual).
System requirements: MS-Windows XP, Vista
Recommended touch-screen: Elotouch 1727L 17”
Optional accessories:
• Print control strip TECHKON TCS, available as EPS- and pdf-les on CD
• Software-upgrades from ExPresso Basic to ExPresso Pro
• Replacement parts: Left holder with charging console and white standard, rechar
geable battery, measurement lamp. All parts are easy to exchange.
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