X-Rite Macbeth Lighting Examolite, Examolite SD-840B, Prooflite PLD-440, Prooflite PLD-840, Macbeth Lighting Prooflite Operation Manual

Examolite® and Prooflite®

Overhead Luminaire

OPERATION MANUAL

Part No. 17500030 Rev. B

INTRODUCTION. The following products are described in this manual:
Examolite TC-440B is an overhead luminaire that provides blended

fluorescent daylight at 7500K. It is used for grading, sorting, and visual
quality inspections.

Examolite SD-840B is an overhead luminaire that provides simulated
fluorescent Daylight (D75, D65, or D50), llluminant A (Incandescent), and
cool white fluorescent (CWF). It is used for visual color evaluations,
metamerism testing, and in applications where products need to be
evaluated under multiple light sources.

Prooflite PLD-440 is an overhead luminaire that provides simulated
fluorescent daylight (D75, D65, or D50). It is a 4-lamp, single source fixture
typically used in viewing booth installations for visual color evaluations.

Prooflite PLD-840 is an overhead luminaire that provides simulated
fluorescent daylight (D75, D65, or D50). It is an 8 lamp, single source
fixture that provides higher levels of illumination for open room
applications. A dual source fixture can also be achieved by combining four
lamps of two different sources in one PLD-840 fixture. It is used for visual
color evaluations.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS—Follow all instructions before attempting installation and operation.
KEEP INSTRUCTIONS—Retain these instructions for future reference. Once you have read these instructions, keep

them available for other operators to read.
OBEY ALL WARNINGS—Please comply with all warnings and safeguards in these instructions. They have been written

to keep you and your fixture safe.
CHOOSE PROPER POWER SOURCES—Use the proper power source. If you have any doubt, consult the label on the

inside of the fixture for this information.
NOT EXPLOSION-PROOF—This fixture is not explosion-proof and shoul d not be used in a hazardous atmosphere with

exposure to flammable substances.
TURN OFF FIXTURE BEFORE CHANGING ANY LAMPS—Always turn off the fixture before you change lamps.

Always turn off power before cleaning surfaces.
ALLOW LAMPS TO COOL BEFORE TOUCHING THEM—Do not touch the hot lamps; allow them to cool.
CLEAN PROPERLY—You can wipe the lamps and reflector with a clean, white lint-free cloth. Clean the diffuser and

housing with a dampened cloth containing a mild soap.
DO NOT OPERATE DURING LIGHTNING STORMS—As an added protection during a lightning storm, turn off the

fixture so that it will not experience electrical power surges or unnecessary power drops that could result in damage to
lamps and electrical circuitry.

SERVICE PROPERLY—With the exception of lamp replacement, do not attempt to service this product yourself. If you
should attempt unauthorized repairs, you may invalidate the warranty that is active on your fixture. For any other
malfunctions in operation, contact X-Rite Technical Service.

©2007, X-Rite, Inc.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Major Components

Your overhead luminaire is specifically designed to meet the needs of visual color evaluation. The housing finish is non-UV
absorbing and non-yellowing. The reflector is constructed to provide even light distribution. The diffuser is made to control
brightness and resist environmental effects. The daylight fluorescent lamps use X-Rite's patented seven phosphor
technology providing the closest approximation to natural daylight in a fluorescent source.

Circular Knockouts (not shown)

Grounds

Ballasts (2 or 4)

Place metal cup

incandescent

Fluorescent Lamps
4 lamps 440 models
8 lamps 840 models

Examolite TC-440B Users Only:

over end of

lamp

Center Brace

Press tab inward

Figure 1. Luminaire Components

Circular Knockouts

Reflector

Diffuser

SET-UP

Input Power Requirements

X-Rite overhead luminaires are designed for 100VAC/ 50Hz, 117VAC/ 60Hz, 220VAC/ 50Hz-240VAC/ 50Hz, or
277VAC/ 60Hz operation. In all cases, proper input power is marked on the box and fixture label.

Fixture Power Consumption

Examolite TC-440B 368 watts
Examolite SD-840B 552 watts
Prooflite PLD (4-lamp fixture) 184 watts

Note: Prooflite Models PLD50/65-840, PLD50/75-840, and PLD65/75-840 operate as 4-lamp fixtures.

Prooflite PLD (8-lamp fixture) 368 watts

CAUTION

Do not operate fixture on DC input power.

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Recommendations For Surround

X-Rite fixtures are designed for color inspection and therefore it is important that precautions be taken to ensure the best
environment for this purpose. Ambient light (natural or artificial) must be avoided. A room where the X-Rite fixture is used for
general lighting should be windowless and other lighting should be eliminated. If a windowless room is unavailable,
light-tight curtains or blinds should be used. If the X-Rite fixtures are used only for lighting of a localized area, then an area
with little interference from other lighting should be selected or a viewing booth or an encl osing cu rtain should be used. The
work surface and surrounding area of view should also be neutral in color. It is typically recommended that Munsell N/7 or
Munsell N/8 is used.

Installation Procedure

Note: Installation should be carried out by a professional carpenter and electrician.

1. Remove the fixture from the box. Discard the plastic wrap.

2. Remove the cheesecloth bag tied to the center brace. It contains four eyebolts for a chain hung installation.

3. Using a flat head screwdriver, remove the four screws securing the reflector to the housing.

4. Remove the reflector by flexing it inward to provide clearance on both sides of the housing. Be sure the refle ctor cle ar s
the center brace. After the reflector is removed, you now have access to the wires, ballasts, and lamp sockets.

5. At each end of the fixture there are two knockouts designed to facilitate installation. Select and remove the approp riate
knockouts for your specific electrical needs.

6. If you are mounting the fixture into a standard grid ceiling, follow the accepted mounting practices for your building code.
If the fixture is to be chain hung over a work surface, follow "CHAIN HUNG MOUNTING PROCEDURE" on page 4.

7. Wire the fixture using the procedure described in "WIRING THE FIXTURE" on page 5.

8. Peel off the protective blue film on the reflector. It is only used to protect the reflector during shipment.

CAUTION

It is important to remove the protective blue film placed on the reflector for
shipment purposes. If it is not removed, it may melt and cause permanent
damage.

9. After the fixture has been mounted and properly wired, reposition the reflector and secure it with the screws.

10. Insert the lamps.

Note: For fixtures with two different fluorescent source types (PLD-840 dual source and Examolite SD-840B)

alternate each type as you insert them.

11. Verify the unit wiring and lamp placement by selecting each source and observing the lamps illuminated.

12. Examolite TC-440B users only: Place a metal cup over one of the the four incandescent lamp s. Pre ss the thre e tab s of
the metal cup inward to secure it to the lamp. See Figure 1. Repeat this step for the remaining three incandescent
lamps.

CAUTION

Wear protective gloves when performing this operation to avoid finger injuries.

13. To insert the diffuser, tilt it slightly to provide clearance of the flanges and raise the lens into the housing. Position onto
the housing flanges. Repeat this step for the second lens.

Note: The lens should always be inserted with its smooth side facing inside of the fixture and the pri smatic (texture d)

side facing the outside of the fixture. Orient the lens so that the longest side is parallel to the longest side of the
luminaire.

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CHAIN HUNG MOUNTING PROCEDURE

Recommendations For Location Of Fixtures

There are many applications for X-Rite overhead lumi naires and therefore no single installation method wo uld be suitable for
all applications. See Figure 2 and Figure 3 for the more common installation requirements. Adjustments to the dimensions
may be needed to achieve the desired light level and area of view. Before proceeding to mount the fixture, refer to the weight
data given below and ensure that mounting supports are adequate.

CAUTION

On the rear of the fixture housing there are two sets of weld nuts (both standard and metric). Install the four eyebolts
(supplied) into the standard weld nuts. A chain (user-supplied) can then be hooked to the eyebolts and used to suspend the
fixture. Adjust the chain links to achieve the desired distance and angle.

Mounting luminaires should only be done by a professional carpen ter.

Fixture Net Weights

Proof lite PLD (4-lamp) 57.5 lbs (25.87 kg)
Prooflite PLD (8-lamp) 68.0 lbs (30.6 kg)
Examolite TC-440B 78.0 lbs (35.1 kg)
Examolite SD-840B 90.0 lbs (40.5 kg)

Luminaire

Luminaire

15.0 in 15.0 in

Luminaire

Table

A L

Luminaire

78.0 in

Table

12.0 in

Luminaire

60.0 in

Figure 2.

Mounting Diagram- Top Views

Luminaire

12.0 in

Luminaire

Table

40.0 in

A L

Luminaire

48.0 in

60.0 in

80.0 in

Table

40.0 in

Figure 3.

Mounting Diagram- Side Views

17.0 in

22°

18.0 in

36.0 in

46.0 in

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WIRING THE FIXTURE

CAUTION

Wiring should only be performed by a professional electrician.

General

Connection of the individual ballast input leads and incandescent socket leads must be made at the time of the installation.
Series ballast circuitry is used in the X-Rite Overhead Luminaires. In order to accommodate possible installation
requirements, wire entry for input power is possible from either end of the fixture.

Note: All leads are arranged so that the knockouts at one end of the fixture are d esirabl e for wire ent ry. If you use the

other end of the fixture, note that all input wiring within 3 inches of the ballast and socket will tolerate 90° C

PLD-440

PLD-840
(Single
Source)

PLD-840
(Dual
Source)

TC-440B

Number of

Lamps

4 Fluorescent

8 Fluorescent

2 Sets of 4
Fluorescent

4 Fluorescent 4
Incandescent

Ballasts

and AC

Power
Inputs

2 Ballasts 1
Input

4 Ballasts 1
Input

4 Ballasts 2
Inputs

2 Ballasts 1
Input

Ballast

Control

Assignments

Ballast 1: Lamps 1 and 2
Ballast 2: Lamps 3 and 4

Ballast 1: Lamps 1 and 3
Ballast 2: Lamps 2 and 4
Ballast 3: Lamps 5 and 7
Ballast 4: Lamps 6 and 8

Ballast 1: Lamps 1 and 3
Ballast 2: Lamps 2 and 4
Ballast 3: Lamps 5 and 7
Ballast 4: Lamps 6 and 8

Ballast 1: Lamps 1 and 2
Ballast 2: Lamps 3 and 4

Ballast

Wiring Assignments

(Note: Use Wire Nuts on All Connections)

Black ballast leads go to black AC power input. White
ballast leads go to white AC power input. Ground from
AC power input goes to fixture ground.

Black ballast leads go to black AC power input. White
ballast leads go to white AC power input. Ground from
AC power input goes to fixture ground.

Black leads for ballasts 1 and 3 go to black AC power input on
first AC source.
White leads for ballasts 1 and 3 go to white AC power input on
first AC source.
Black leads for ballasts 2 and 4 go to black AC power input on
second AC source.
White leads for ballasts 2 and 4 go to white AC power input on
second AC source.
Ground from AC power input goes to fixture ground.

Black ballast and incandescent leads go to black AC power
input.
White ballast and incandescent leads go to white AC power
input.
Ground from AC power input goes to fixture ground.

4 Daylight
Fluorescent

4 Cool White
Fluorescent
8 Incandescent

SD-840B

4 Ballasts 3
Inputs

Ballast 1: Lamps 1 and 3
Ballast 2: Lamps 2 and 4
Ballast 3: Lamps 5 and 7
Ballast 4: Lamps 6 and 8

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Black leads for ballasts 1 and 3 go to black AC power input on
first AC source.
White leads for ballasts 1 and 3 go to white AC power input on
first AC source.
Black leads for ballasts 2 and 4 go to black AC power input on
second AC source.
White leads for ballasts 2 and 4 go to white AC power input on
second AC source.
Black incandescent socket leads go to black AC power input on
third AC source.
White incandescent socket leads go to white AC power input on
third AC source.
Ground from AC power input goes to fixture ground.

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning

An accumulation of dust, dirt, etc. will decrease the intensity of the light and also change the quality of the illumination.
Therefore, the fixture must be cleaned periodically.

1. Turn the fixture off.

2. Remove the diffuser as indicated in "Removal of Diffusers".

3. Wash the glass (or acrylic) lenses with soap and water, and thoroughly rinse and dry.

4. Clean the housing with a dampened cloth containing mild soap.

5. Wipe the lamps and reflector with a clean, white, lint-free cloth.

6. Replace the diffusers.

Removal and Replacement of Components

Removal of Diffusers

1. Push one lens slightly off of the flanges of the housing. Tilt slightly to provide clearance of the flange s and lower the lens
out of the housing. Repeat this step for the second lens.

Note: The lens should always be inserted with the smooth side facing inside of the fixture and the prismati c (textured)

side facing the outside of the fixture. Orient the lens so that the longest side is parallel to the longe st side of the
luminaire.

Replacement of Lamps

Replace lamps at approximately 75 percent of their rated life expectancy to retain spectral characteristics. Replace burned
out lamps immediately in order to maintain the overall performance standards of the fixture.

Lamp Replacement Schedule

Lamp

F40T12/EX 5,000 Examolite TC-440B

33WA19/EX 2,000

Examolite SD-840B

and

Prooflite PLD

F40T12/75 5,000
F40T12/65 5,000
F40T12/50 5,000
F40T12/CW 12,000

60WA/IF 2,000

Note: You do not have to remove the diffusers when replacing lamps. Carefully slide one lens on top of the other for

lamp replacement.

Removal of Reflector
After removing diffusers and lamps from the housing, remove the reflector by loosening the screws and lowering the

reflector out of the housing. Flex the reflector slightly inward to allow it to clear the flanges on the side s of the housing. With
reflector removed, ballasts, lamp sockets, and associated wiring are accessible.

Number of
Hours

Replacement of Ballasts, Lamp Sockets, and Associated Wiring

Have a professional electrician remove the reflector to expose the wireway and replace ballasts, lamp sockets, and
associated wiring.

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The following is a list of useful specifications.

)

Model TC-440B SD-840B

Blended Daylight, 7500K (D75)

Light Sources

SPECIFICATIONS

Examolite

Daylight: 7500K (D75), 6500K (D65), and 5000K
(D50)
Cool White Fluorescent (4150K)
llluminant "A" (2856K)

Number of Lamps

Lamps

Dimensions

Weight

Power Consumption

Electrical
Requirements

Model PLD-440 PLD-840 (Single Source) PLD-840 (Dual Source)

Light Sources

Number of Lamps

Lamps

Dimensions

Weight

Power Consumption

Electrical

Requirements

4 per source (8 Total)

F40T12/EX fluorescent daylight lamps 33WA19/EX*

incandescent lamps.

*Four metal cups for the bottom of the incandescent lamps
are also provided to enhance the visual content and eliminate
hot spots.

Length: 48 in (121.19 cm)
Width: 23.75 in (60.3 cm)
Height: 8 in (20.3 cm)

78.0 lbs (35.4 kg) 90.0 lbs (40.8 kg)
368 watts 552 watts

100VAC/50HZ
117VAC/60HZ
220VAC/ 50HZ-240VAC/ 50Hz

Prooflite

7500K (D75)
6500K (D65)

5000K (D50)

4 8 4 per source (8 Total)

X-Rite seven phosphor
fluorescent daylight lamps:

Length: 48 in (121.19 cm)
Width: 23.75 in (60.3 cm)
Height: 8 in (20.3 cm

57.5 lbs (26.1 kg) 68.0 lbs (30.8 kg) 68.0 lbs (30.8 kg)
184 watts 368 watts 184 watts

100VAC/50HZ
117VAC/60HZ
220VAC/ 50HZ-240 VAC/ 50Hz
277VAC/ 60Hz

7500K (D75)
6500K (D65)
5000K (D50)

F40T12/75
F40T12/65
F40T12/50

4 per fluorescent source, 8 incandescent (16
Total)

X-Rite seven phosphor fluorescent daylight lamps:
F40T12/75, F40T12/65, and F40T12/50
F40T12/CW fluorescent lamps
60WA/IF incandescent lamps

7500K (D75)/6500K (D65)
7500K (D75)/5000K (D50)
6500K (D65)/5000K (D50)

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SPARE PARTS

Examolite TC-440B (Daylight) 48 "Lamp Kit A-LK/ETC4448

This kit consists of eight (8), F40T12/EX, 8800K, fluorescent daylight lamps
for use in the Examolite TC-440B only. Four (4) lamps are required for each
overhead fixture. Lamp is sold in packages of eight (8) or as part of a specific
lamp kit.

Examolite TC-440B (llluminant A) Lamp Kit A-LK/ETC44IA

This kit consists of eight (8), 33WA19/EX, 33 watt, incandescent lamps for
use in the Examolite TC-440B only. Four (4) lamps are required for each
overhead fixture. Lamp is sold in packages of eight (8) or as part of a specific
lamp kit.

Examolite TC-440B (Replacement) Lamp Kit A-LK/ETC44

This kit consists of eight (8), F40T12/EX, 8800K, fluorescent daylight lamps
and eight (8), 33WA19/EX, 33 watt, incandescent lamps for use in the
Examolite TC-440B only. Four (4) of each lamp are required for each
overhead luminaire. Lamps are sold in packages of sixteen (16) or as part of
a specific lamp kit.

(7500K) Fluorescent 48 Lamp Kit A-LK/PL7548

This kit consists of eight (8), F40T12/75, X-Rite seven (7) phosphor
fluorescent daylight lamps. Four (4) or eight (8) lamps are required for each
overhead fixture. Lamp is sold in packages of eight (8) or as part of a specific
lamp kit.

(6500K) Fluorescent 48 Lamp Kit A-LK/6548

This kit consists of eight (8), F40T12/65, X-Rite seven (7) phosphor
fluorescent daylight lamps. Four (4) lamps or eight (8) are required for each
overhead fixture. Lamp is sold in packages of eight (8) or as part of a specific
lamp kit.

(5000K) Fluorescent 48 Lamp Kit A-LK/5048

This kit consists of eight (8), F40T12/50, X-Rite seven (7) phosphor
fluorescent daylight lamps. Four (4) lamps or eight (8) are required for each
overhead fixture. Lamp is sold in packages of eight (8) or as part of a specific
lamp kit.

Examolite SD-840B (CWF) 48 Lamp Kit A-L/ESD5048

This kit consists of eight (8), F40T12/CW, cool white fluorescent lamps. Four
(4) lamps are required for each overhead fixture. Lamp is sold in packages
of eight (8) or as part of a specific lamp kit.

Examolite SD-840B (llluminant A) Lamp Kit A-L/ESDIA

This kit consists of eight (8) 60WA/IF, incandescent lamps for use in the
Examolite SD-840B only. Eight (8) lamps are required for each overhead
fixture. Lamp is sold in packages of eight (8) or as part of a specific lamp kit.

Examolite SD-840B (7500K Replacement) Lamp Kit A-LK/ESD8475

This kit consists of four (4) F40T12/75 X-Rite seven (7) phosphor fluorescent
daylight lamps, four (4) F40T12/CWF lamps, and eight (8) 60WA/IF
incandescent lamps. Four (4) of each fluorescent lamps and eight (8)
incandescent lamps are required for each overhead fixture. Lamps are sold
in packages of sixteen (16) or as part of a specific lamp kit.

Examolite SD-840B (6500K Replacement) Lamp Kit A-LK/ESD8465

This kit consists of four (4) F40T12/65 X-Rite seven (7) phosphor fluorescent
daylight lamps, four (4) F40T12/CWF lamps, and eight (8) 60WA/IF
incandescent lamps. Four (4) of each fluorescent lamps and eight (8)
incandescent lamps are required for each overhead fixture. Lamps are sold
in packages of sixteen (16) or as part of a specific lamp kit.

Examolite SD-840B (5000K Replacement) Lamp Kit A-LK/ESD8450

This kit consists of four (4) F40T12/50 X-Rite seven (7) phosphor fluorescent
daylight lamps, four (4) F40T12/CWF lamps, and eight (8) 60WA/IF
incandescent lamps. Four (4) of each fluorescent lamps and eight (8)
incandescent lamps are required for each overhead fixture. Lamps are sold
in packages of sixteen (16) or as part of a specific lamp kit.

Prooflite PLD (5000K/6500K) 48 Lamp Kit A-LK/PL506548

This kit consists of four (4) F40T12/50 and four (4) F40T12/65 X-Rite seven
(7) phosphor fluorescent daylight lamps. Four (4) of each lamp are required
for each PLD50/65-840 overhead fixture. Lamps are sold in packages of
eight (8) lamps or as part of a specific lamp kit.

Prooflite PLD (5000K/7500K) 48 Lamp Kit A-LK/PL507548

This kit consists of four (4) F40T12/50 and four (4) F40T12/75 X-Rite seven
(7) phosphor fluorescent daylight lamps. Four (4) of each lamp are required
for each PLD50/75-840 overhead fixture. Lamps are sold in packages of
eight (8) lamps or as part of a specific lamp kit.

Overhead Fixture (Glass) Diffuser A-DK/G

Prismatic "water white" glass diffuser. Two (2) diffusers required for each
overhead fixture. Replacements are sold individually.

Overhead Fixture (Acrylic) Diffuser A-DK/A

Matte white, UV stabilized, acrylic diffuser. For use in diamond grading, in
applications that require a more diffuse source (low brightness), or in
applications that will not allow glass to be used. Two (2) diffusers required
for each overhead fixture. Replacements are sold separately.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

X-Rite, Incorporated (“X-Rite”) warrants each instrument manufactured to be free of defects in material and workm anship for
a period of 12 months. This warranty shall be fulfilled by the repair or replacement, at the option of X-Rite, of any part or
parts, free of charge including labor, F.O.B. its factory or authorized service center.

This warranty shall be voided by any repair, alteration, or modification, by persons other than employees of X-Rite, or those
expressly authorized by X-Rite to perform repairs, and by any abuse, misuse, or neglect of the product, or by use not in
accordance with X-Rite's published instructions.

X-Rite reserves the right to make changes in design and /or improvements to its produ cts without any obligation to include
these changes in any products previously manufactured. Correction of defects by repair or replacement shall constitute
fulfillment of all warranty obligations on the part of X-Rite.

THIS WARRANTY IS EXPLICITLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY
OBLIGATION IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE UNIT RETURNED TO X-RITE OR AN AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER FOR THAT PURPOSE.

This agreement shall be interpreted in accordance wit h the laws of the State of Michigan a nd jurisdiction and venue shall lie
with the courts of Michigan as selected by X-Rite, Incorporated.

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makes no warranty of any kind with regard to the material contained in this manual, including, implied warranties or fitness for a particular purpose. X-Rite
shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the performance or use of this material. This
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is a breach of this copyright.
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