X-Rite IntelliTrax Set Up And Operation Manual

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Setup and Operation

INTELLITRAX® AUTOSCANNING SYSTEM

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INTELLITRAX® AUTOSCANNING SYSTEM

Warranty Information

X-Rite warrants this Product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve
(12) months from the date of shipment from X-Rite’s facility, unless mandatory law provides for
longer periods. During such time, X-Rite will either replace or repair at its discretion defective
parts free of charge.

X-Rite’s warranties herein do not cover failure of warranted goods resulting from: (i) damage
after shipment, accident, abuse, misuse, neglect, alteration or any other use not in accordance
with X-Rite’s recommendations, accompanying documentation, published specifications, and
standard industry practice; (ii) using the device in an operating environment outside the
recommended specifications or failure to follow the maintenance procedures in X-Rite’s
accompanying documentation or published specifications; (iii) repair or service by anyone other
than X-Rite or its authorized representatives; (iv) the failure of the warranted goods caused by
use of any parts or consumables not manufactured, distributed, or approved by X-Rite; (v) any
attachments or modifications to the warranted goods that are not manufactured, distributed or
approved by X-Rite. Consumable parts and Product cleaning are also not covered by the
warranty.

X-Rite‘s sole and exclusive obligation for breach of the above warranties shall be the repair or
replacement of any part, without charge, which within the warranty period is proven to X-Rite‘s
reasonable satisfaction to have been defective. Repairs or replacement by X-Rite shall not revive
an otherwise expired warranty, nor shall the same extend the duration of a warranty.

Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the defective product to the service
center designated by X-Rite. X-Rite shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the
shipment is to a location within the region in which the X-Rite service center is located. Customer
shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for
products returned to any other locations. Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or
receipted invoice which is evidence that the unit is within the Warranty period must be presented
to obtain warranty service. Do not try to dismantle the Product. Unauthorized dismantling of
the equipment will void all warranty claims. Contact the X-Rite Support or the nearest X-Rite
Service Center, if you believe that the unit does not work anymore or does not work correctly.

THESE WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN SOLELY TO BUYER AND ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR APPLICATION,
AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. NO EMPLOYEE OR AGENT OF X-RITE, OTHER THAN AN OFFICER OF
X-RITE, IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY WARRANTY IN ADDITION TO THE FOREGOING.

IN NO EVENT WILL X-RITE BE LIABLE FOR ANY OF BUYER’S MANUFACTURING COSTS,
OVERHEAD, LOST PROFITS, GOODWILL, OTHER EXPENSES OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES BASED UPON BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY, BREACH
OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. IN ANY EVENT OF
LIABILITY, X-RITE’S MAXIMUM LIABILITY HEREUNDER WILL NOT EXCEED THE PRICE OF THE
GOODS OR SERVICES FURNISHED BY X-RITE GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.

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Table of Contents

Overview and Setup 4

Instrument Description 4
Unpacking and Inspection 5
System Connections 5

Vacuum Pump Connections 6
Computer/Monitor Installation 6
Ethernet Interface Connection – system default standalone configuration 7
Power Connection 7
Connecting the Optional eXact Handheld Instrument 8

IntelliTrax Software 9

System Requirements 9
Installing the IntelliTrax Software 9
Installing the Color Reflectance Reference Data 9

Instrument Indicator 9

Operating the System 10

Sheet Loading and Alignment 10
Measuring with the IntelliTrax System 11
Calibration 12

Calibrating the IntelliTrax System 12
Calibrating the Optional eXact Handheld Instrument 13
Cleaning the Calibration Plaque 13

Measuring with the eXact Handheld 14

Appendices 15

Service Information 15
Troubleshooting 15
Scanning Instrument Reset 15
General Maintenance 16

Scanning Head Cleaning (1 to 2 times a month) 16
Scanning Track Cleaning (1 to 2 times a month) 17
Cleaning the White Calibration Disk 18

Cleaning the Color Reflectance Reference 18
Removing the Scanning Head 19
IntelliTrax Color Reference Measurement Procedure 20
Instrument Specifications 21

General 21

Environmental 21

INTELLITRAX® AUTOSCANNING SYSTEM

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INTELLITRAX® AUTOSCANNING SYSTEM

Overview and Setup

Instrument Description

The IntelliTrax™ series of autoscanning instruments provide fast, press-side color control.
The instruments give you everything you need to maximize productivity and profitability
during sheetfed, makeready and production.

This manual covers the installation, basic operation and maintenance of the instrument.
Specific instructions for using the instrument with your IntelliTrax software application can
be found in the software online help.

Instrument Indicator
(surrounds operation button)

Operation Button

Docking station

Vacuum connection

Scanning read head

Scanning track with vacuum
holes and sheet stops

Control box

Vacuum Pump
A series of small holes located
in the surface of the track are
used to hold the press sheet in
place during a measurement.
This is accomplished by the use
of a vacuum pump. The vacuum
pump is connected to the
docking station, allowing
automatic activation during a
measurement cycle.

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Exhaust port

Vacuum inlet port

eXact Handheld Spectrophotometer
(Optional Accessory)

The optional hand-held spectrophotometer supplied with
your system allows you to take spot check measurements.

NOTE: It is recommended that you read the Hand-held
Instrument Manual supplied with your system before using
the hand-held instrument.

Unpacking and Inspection

After removing the instrument from the shipping carton, inspect it for damage. If any
damage has occurred during shipping, immediately contact the transportation company. Do
not proceed with installation until the carrier’s agent has inspected the damage.

Your instrument was packaged in a specially designed carton to assure against damage. If
shipment is necessary, the instrument should be packaged in the original carton along with
all the accessories. If the original carton is not available, contact X-Rite to have a
replacement shipped to you.

Packaging Contents:

• IntelliTrax Instrument

• Vacuum Pump

• eXact Handheld Instrument (optional accessory)

• Cabling

• Switching Power Supplies with line cords

• Getting Connected Sheet

• Documentation Package (software CD, manual, registration form, cert of cal)

INTELLITRAX® AUTOSCANNING SYSTEM

System Connections

The IntelliTrax system requires a few basic connections before operating. Connection
procedures for the individual components are covered on the following pages.

Power Input

Vacuum Pump

Not used

Ethernet

Vacuum Pump Hose

Docking Station

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INTELLITRAX® AUTOSCANNING SYSTEM

Vacuum Pump Connections

1. Connect one end of the vacuum hose (1) to the barbed input fitting located on the
vacuum pump, and the other end to the barbed fitting on the side of the docking station.

2. Plug one end of the vacuum cable (2) into the connecter on the control box (3) and the
other end into the connector on the back of the docking station.

3. Make sure the voltage selection switch (4) on the top of the control box (3) is set to the
proper line voltage for your region.

4. Connect the detachable line cord (5) to the control box (3), and then plug the line cord
into an easily accessible, grounded AC wall receptacle (6).

NOTE: To obtain 15% more vacuum from the pump, remove the exhaust barbed
adapter (7).

Vacuum Cable (2)

To AC Wall
Receptacle (6)

Line Cord (5)

Voltage Selection
Switch (4)

Vacuum Hose (1)

Control Box (3)

Computer/Monitor Installation

If the system you purchased included a computer and monitor, refer to the documentation
that is included with those products for specific installation procedures.

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Exhaust Barbed Adapter (7)