Summary of RapidMatch XI
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Spectrophotometer user guide version 1.0
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 2 ce declaration hereby, x-rite, incorporated, declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directive(s) r & tte 1999/5/ec, lvd 2014/35/eu and rohs 2011/65/eu . Hereby x-rite incorporated declares that t...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 3 safety • warning: this instrument is not for use in explosive environments. • do not immerse the instrument in liquid. • transportation: this product contains a lithium-ion battery. Should you need to ship this device, you may wish to consult published guidance do...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 4 1. Packaging standard • rapidmatch ™ xi instrument • usb interface cabling • power adapter • power cords • calibration reference • battery pack • safety strap • usb image library (contains user guide) • two light seals • screen protector optional • carrying case •...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 5 1. Carefully turn the instrument over and slide open the latch (1) that secures the battery pack access cover. Open the access cover. 2. Slide the new battery pack (2) into the instrument with the battery contacts facing down until the battery is positioned below ...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 6 battery lifespan expectations • lithium-ion batteries typically decay to 80% capacity after 700 charge cycles. A charge cycle can be defined as several partial charges equaling 100%. Partial charge and discharge cycles will help maintain the life of the battery. I...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 7 7. Measure buttons the instrument incorporates three measure buttons. One measure button (1) is located on the top of the instrument. This is the same button that is used to power on and off the instrument. The other two buttons are located on the left (2) and rig...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 8 the circular multi-color led located on the top of instrument provides visual feedback on the status of a measurement and pressure sensors. • green led: indicates all three pressure sensors are activated properly and a measurement can now be triggered. • red led: ...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 9 indicates the battery pack has a sufficient charge for a substantial number of measurements. Indicates the battery pack is low, but measurements are still possible. Battery pack should be charged soon indicates the power adapter is plugged in and the battery pack ...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 10 opening settings and jobs settings and jobs are accessed by tapping the corresponding icon on the screen. For this example, the settings icon was tapped to open the settings screen. For setting controls that navigate from side to side, slide the dot icon to the r...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 11 a calibration must be performed. No measurements can be taken until the calibration is completed. Note: make sure to use the calibration reference supplied with the instrument for calibrating. Do not substitute this reference with a reference from another instrum...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 12 4. When ready, press the measure button or tap the calibrate icon in the screen. Do not touch the instrument throughout the measurement sequence. 5. After calibration is completed, remove the instrument from the white tile and position the measurement port over t...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 13 5. Hold the instrument steady and press a measure button or tap the screen to initiate a measurement. Continue to hold the instrument steady until “calculating” (5) appears in the screen. 6. Continue with the remaining area measurements to complete the job. 7. Ta...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 14 not properly installed properly installed replacing the light seal 1. Using your finger nail or a small flat blade screwdriver (1), lift out one edge of the light seal (2) from the recessed area and remove. 2. Orientate the new light seal over the recessed area a...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 15 important notes: • do not use any solvents to the clean the instrument, this will cause damage to the cover and internal electronic components. • compressed air should not be used to clean the instrument. Cleaning the instrument with blown air can cause dirt on t...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 16 diagnostics>systems information screen. Measurement error or results appear inaccurate. Material being measured is damaged (e.G. Scratched) obtain new material. Instrument requires calibration. Refer to the calibration procedure. Calibration procedure fails. Cali...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 17 19. Service information x-rite provides repair service to their customers. Because of the complexity of the circuitry, all warranty and non warranty repairs should be referred to an authorized service center. For non warranty repairs, the customer shall pay shipp...
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Rapidmatch ™ xi spectrophotometer 18.
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Corporate headquarters x-rite, incorporated 4300 44th street se grand rapids, michigan 49512 phone 1 800 248 9748 or 1 616 803 2100 fax 1 800 292 4437 or 1 616 803 2705 european headquarters x-rite europe gmbh althardstrasse 70 8105 regensdorf switzerland phone (+41) 44 842 24 00 fax (+41) 44 842 22...