Techkon SpectroDrive Bedienungsanleitung
Manual
Scan-Measurement-System
SpectroDrive
Software
ExPresso 4
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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 instrument. 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, the software ExPresso 4 and SpectroConnect.
The manual is divided into four chapters:
CHAPTER 1: General description of the measurement system
CHAPTER 2: Installation of SpectroDrive and the software ExPresso 4
CHAPTER 3: How to use SpectroDrive and the software ExPresso 4
CHAPTER 4: How to use the Windows software SpectroConnect
You will be fascinated how easy the system is to use. You will know how to work with
SpectroDrive after having read this manual for only a few minutes. The second chapter
describes the assembly of SpectroDrive and the installation of the software ExPresso 4.
The third chapter describes the operation of SpectroDrive and gives detailed informa-
tion about the measurement functions.
Please get the device registered by using the registration card, which you will nd in
the appendix of this manual. That way we can keep you updated about product news.
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You will nd useful information about the complete product range and new software
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gestions or questions make an important contribution to the continuous optimization
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Your TECHKON Team
Contents
CHAPTER 1: General description of the measurement system
1.1 Product description ............................................................................................................................5
1.2 Packing list ..............................................................................................................................................10
CHAPTER 2: Installation of SpectroDrive and the software ExPresso 4
2.1 Assembly of SpectroDrive ............................................................................................................11
2.2 Installation of the software ExPresso 4 .................................................................................12
CHAPTER 3: How to use SpectroDrive and the software ExPresso 4
3.1 Operation of SpectroDrive ...........................................................................................................13
3.2 Care and maintenance....................................................................................................................16
3.3 Software overview ExPresso 4....................................................................................................18
3.4 Software settings................................................................................................................................21
3.5 Dening and running a print job..............................................................................................41
CHAPTER 4: How to use the Windows software SpectroConnect
4.1 Software description....................................................................................................................... 64
4.2 Installation.............................................................................................................................................. 64
4.3 Overview / Software module: Compare colors.............................................................. 65
4.4 Software module: SpectroDrive settings........................................................................... 66
4.5 Device update ......................................................................................................................................67
4.6 Software module: Export ............................................................................................................. 68
4.7 Software module: ColorCatcher............................................................................................... 69
4.8 Software module: PhotoLab .......................................................................................................70
4.9 Software module: Media Wedge............................................................................................. 73
4.10 Software module: SpectroCheck .............................................................................................75
APPENDIX:
Technical specications
Manufacturer certicate
EC-Declaration of Conformity
Registration card
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CHAPTER 1 – General Description
Chapter 1
General description of the measurement system
1.1 Product description
High quality and productivity
The new generation of the proven Scan-Measurement System SpectroDrive com-
bines decisive advantages: Precise measurements thanks to an ISO-compliant
measuring head, technical reliability and high measurement speed. It can be fully
integrated into the printing process. The result: a productivity and quality boost
for your printing press.
The system consists of two components: The motorized measurement device scans
the complete color bar on a printed sheet within seconds and simultaneously sends
the spectral measurement data wirelessly to the PC. Here all relevant information for
controlling the printing press is clearly displayed by the TECHKON ExPresso 4 software.
Increase protability
Due to the trend of smaller print jobs and shorter press runs the time from starting a
press to getting it “in color” and running with consistent quality is cost critical. Spectro-
Drive reduces this “non-productive” and therefore expensive set-up time dramatically.
You will increase protability thanks to substantially reducing paper and ink waste and
getting more precious time out of your printing press. The system makes your printing
jobs predictable and calculable. In addition, the complaint rate will go down signi-
cantly and your customers will appreciate the sensible gain and reliability of the print
quality. ISO-compliant printing becomes easier than ever before.
The high rate of return of investment is amazing. The relative low – and only one
time – investment will show in recurring prots almost immediately. Also older print-
ing presses get a productivity boost thanks to SpectroDrive.
Ease of use and high speed measurement
Setting up a printing press can be compared with starting a jet plane. It is a time-
critical process, where the press operator – like a pilot – must observe and perform
a multitude of important tasks at the same time. Hence, during the development of
SpectroDrive great care was taken in delivering a system that is easy to use and fast, to
make working with SpectroDrive even more intuitive and convenient.
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For example, a laser beam can be activated to support the exact positioning of the
print control strip. Furthermore the measurement device has only one button to start
the measurement process. Installation is simple as well. After a few minutes the system
is operable and ready to take measurements.
Due to its aluminum unibody case the new SpectroDrive is particularly robust and
reliable. Of course SpectroDrive is able to handle variable scan lengths and ts to any
printing press format. The battery charging is inductive, fast and sustainable.
Two measurement systems in one
This statement relates not only to the technical fact that the spectral measurements
allow displaying densitometric and colorimetric data. It also points out that Spectro-
Drive 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. SpectroDrive now also features an integrated
display that shows the measurement values of spot measurements directly at the de-
vice.
Software ExPresso
The Windows software TECHKON ExPresso 4 has a self-explanatory user interface
which can be operated via touch-screen. The software oers a comprehensive tool
set comprising measurement of spot colors, support of up to 16 print units, front-side
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 extract of
the complete functionality.
Thanks to its modularity TECHKON ExPresso 4 is expandable and versatile. The mea-
surement data can be exported into other software applications that connect real-
time to printing presses to enable a “closed loop” turn-key solution. In addition, the
ExPresso software can export measured data to standard applications such as Micro-
soft Excel™.
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All advantages at a glance
Easy to handle
Fast, motorized scanning by pressing
the green measurement button on
the touch-screen or on the device
itself
Automatic white calibration
Windows-software TECHKON
ExPresso 4 can be operated with or
without the touch-screen
The device can easily be used as
hand-held device for spot measure-
ments as well
Modular and compact
Works with any sheet or press format
Horizontal track can be shipped in
any length up to 206 cm
Space-saving measurement device
ts on any table
The mounting table can be inclined
up to 45°
Delivery contains all components
supplied
Easy to install
Installation is made within ve min-
utes without any major assembly
eort
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 per
WLAN
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 mea-
surements
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Accurate
Precise spectral engine with automa-
tically insertable polarizing lter
Patented measurement head for easy
positioning conforming to ISO 13655
Solid aluminium unibody case for reli-
able function in a harsh industrial
environment
Fast
High resolution spectral measure-
ment of a complete color bar within
seconds (e.g. 500 mm sheet length in
about 3 seconds!)
Wireless data transmission to the PC
during scan in real-time
Information overview displays all rel-
evant parameters for quality control
Using SpectroDrive as a hand-held unit is
simple. Just position the compact mea-
surement head above the sample and
press the green measurement button.
The measurement value is transmitted
instantly to the PC.
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
exibility to be used with any press type
or 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/ 2060 mm scan length) on request
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Dimensions
Performance packages
The scan-measurement device SpectroDrive and the Microsoft Windows software Ex-
Presso form a complete quality control system for increasing productivity and quality
of a printing press. There are two dierent versions available:
SpectroDrive + ExPresso Basic
consists of the spectral measuring
device SpectroDrive and the Microsoft
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 gain, dot area, printing contrast
Slur/doubling value
Target values, tolerances, OK-sheet
Front- and reverse-printing
Works with any color bar length
Display of single measurements when
used as a hand-held device
Measurement data export (e.g. JDF-
format)
Statistical analysis, report generator
Supports up to 6 printing units
SpectroDrive + ExPresso Pro
contains the same functions as the Basic
package and additionally:
Ink zone specic colorimetric CIE
L*a*b*and ∆E*a*b* display
∆L*a*b*, CIE L*C*h*, ∆L*C*h*
InkCheck: recommendation for ink
key setting
Display and evaluation according to
ISO 12647 (PSO)
GrayGuide (gray balance) according to
Gracol G7™
OBA-Check
Supports up to 16 printing units
A post-purchase software-upgrade
from the Basic- to the Pro-version can
be done easily.
52: 750 mm, 74: 970 mm,
102: 1250 mm,105: 1280 mm
96 mm
52: 370 mm
74: 530 mm
102: 720 mm
105: 780 mm
170 mm
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1.2 Packing list
Contents of delivery
Measurement device SpectroDrive
Left holder incorporating charging console with white standard and
AC adapter with universal plugs
Horizontal track, right holder, two vertical bars
WLAN-module for wireless data transmission, USB cable
Manual with ISO 9000 compliant certicate (pdf on CD),
Manufacturer certicate
Screwdriver, 4 screws
Optional: Data media with Windows software TECHKON ExPresso 4,
USB-dongle (software protection key)
System requirements: for TECHKON software:
Microsoft Windows 10; 64-bit, minimum: IBM-compatible PC with Intel Core Duo
or comparable processor, 4 GB RAM, 2 USB ports; screen resolution for TECHKON
ExPresso: minimum 1280 x 1024 pixel
Optional accessories
Color reference SpectroCheck for checking the measuring accuracy
Print control strips TECHKON TCS, available as EPS- and pdf-les on CD
(can be downloaded free of charge at www.techkon.com)
Software-upgrades from ExPresso Basic to ExPresso Pro
Replacement parts
Left holder with charging console and white standard Horizontal track
AC adapter Rechargeable battery WLAN-module
(All parts are easy to exchange.)
Measurement device SpectroDrive and the supplied
system components
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