Datacolor Spyder3™Installation GuideDatacolor Spyder3™Installation Guide

Datacolor Spyder3™ Installation Guide(Part No. MF111.0, Rev 1, February, 2011)

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Datacolor Spyder3 Installation Overview 1

OverviewThis installation guide covers the assembly of the DatacolorSpyder3, and the procedure used to calibrate the monitor using theDatacolor Spyder3.

System RequirementsHardware Requirements See requirements for the Datacolor SPECTRUM package you

will be using. USB port for the Datacolor Spyder3.

Software Requirements Datacolor program from the Datacolor SPECTRUM suite of

programs. Windows XP or higher.

NOTEThe Datacolor Spyder3 is designed for use with DatacolorSPECTRUM software and Datacolor PAINT software version 1.2and higher. It will not work with any other software package.

Installation Instructions1. Install the Datacolor SPECTRUM program(s). Refer to the

installation instructions provided with the program.2. Connect the Datacolor Spyder3 to the computer via a USB

port.3. Calibrate the monitor using the Datacolor Spyder3.

2 Datacolor Spyder3 Assembly Datacolor Spyder3 Installation

Datacolor Spyder3 AssemblyThe Datacolor Spyder3 consists of:

Calibrator Counterweight Suction cup - detachable

LCD MonitorConfiguration

CRT MonitorConfiguration

If you are using an LCDmonitor, you mustdetach the suction cupbefore use.

If you are using a CRTmonitor, you mustattach the suction cupbefore use.

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For LCD monitors, use thecounter-weight provided tosecure the SPYDERagainst the monitor.

The counter-weight isintended to hang over theback of the monitor.

For CRT monitors, use thesuction cup to secure theSPYDER against themonitor before use.

WARNINGDo NOT use the suction cup to secure the DatacolorSPYDER3 against the LCD monitor. IT WILL DAMAGE THESCREEN.

Counter-weight

Suction Cup

4 Monitor Calibration Datacolor Spyder3 Installation

Monitor CalibrationThe Datacolor Spyder3 is used along with Datacolor SPECTRUMproducts to perform the monitor calibration, to adjust the colordisplayed on the monitor. After calibrating the monitor, all colorpatches displayed on the screen should more closely approximatethe perceived color of the measured sample.

NOTEWhen evaluating the sample visually, the sample should be held atsome distance from the monitor. The evaluation should not bedone holding the sample directly against the monitor.

Two procedures are documented below for monitor calibration.One explains the screens seen by Datacolor PAINT POScustomers, and the other explains the screens that appear in otherDatacolor SPECTRUM products such as Datacolor TOOLS,Datacolor MATCH Pigment, Datacolor ENVISION, etc.

WARNINGSDisconnect the Datacolor Spyder3 from the USB port BEFOREINSTALLING DATACOLOR SPECTRUM SOFTWARE.

The Datacolor Spyder3 does not work with a Terminal Serverapplication.

NOTESRefer to the documentation above to become familiar with thecomponents and operation of the device.

The monitor calibration software is part of the DatacolorSPECTRUM program you are using (Datacolor PAINT, DatacolorENVISION, Datacolor TOOLS, Datacolor MATCH Pigment, etc.).

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Accessing the Calibration SoftwareThe procedure for accessing the monitor calibration software isdifferent depending on the Datacolor program you are using.

NOTEFor best results, perform the monitor calibration on a monthly basis.

Launching the Software from Datacolor PAINT

1. Connect the calibration device to a USB port on thecomputer.

2. From the main screen, select Options. A series of iconswill be displayed. Click on the Calibrate Display icon.

3. Click in the icon that identifies the type of display you areusing, LCD or CRT.

The procedure differs slightly depending on the type ofmonitor you are using.

See LCD Calibration (page 8) or CRT Calibration (page 9) forinstructions to complete the calibration.

6 Monitor Calibration Datacolor Spyder3 Installation

Launching the Software from DatacolorSPECTRUM ProgramsThe Datacolor Spyder3 monitor calibration procedure for mostDatacolor SPECTRUM products is included on one of the drop-down menus.

1. Connect the calibration device to a USB port on thecomputer.

2. To access the software module, do one of the following: Datacolor TOOLS users, select System Menu,

Calibrate Monitor.

Datacolor MATCH Pigment users, select FormulaCentral’s View Menu, Calibrate Monitor.

For other SPECTRUM programs, consult the User’sGuide to find the menu containing the optionCalibrate Monitor.

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The window below displays:

The field labeled Datacolor Spyder3 identifies the deviceyou are using to calibrate the monitor.

3. The field labeled CRT identifies the type of monitor, CRTor LCD, which you are using. Click on the down arrow toview the choices, and highlight the correct monitorselection.

4. Click the Calibrate button. The screen will refresh andyou are ready to start to Spyder3 calibration.

See LCD Calibration (page 8) or CRT Calibration (page 9) forinstructions to complete the calibration.

8 LCD Calibration Datacolor Spyder3 Installation

LCD Calibration1. When you select the LCD monitor type, the screen below

appears:

2. Position the Datacolor Spyder3 over the square on thescreen, and click Accept to start the calibration.

NOTEIt is recommended that you place the mouse pointer in thegray area of the screen during the calibration.

3. Continue holding the Datacolor Spyder3 against themonitor until the message, Calibration Completedappears in the lower left corner of the window.(approximately 5 minutes)

4. When the calibration is completed, click Exit.

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CRT CalibrationWhen you select the CRT monitor type, you must adjust thecontrast and brightness settings on the monitor before you calibratethe Datacolor Spyder3.

1. When you select CRT, a message will appear in the lowerleft corner of the screen regarding the contrast setting:

2. Set the monitor contrast to maximum, and click Accept.The next instruction appears:

3. Increase the monitor brightness until you can see the sunsymbol.

NOTEFor some monitors the symbol never appears. In thissituation: Reset the monitor settings to the default. Click Accept for the remaining screens used foradjusting monitor brightness. Resume the calibration procedure at step #8.

4. Click Accept. The next instruction appears:

5. Reduce the monitor brightness until the symboldisappears.

NOTEFor some monitors the symbol never disappears. In thissituation: Reset the monitor settings to the default. Click Accept for the remaining screens used for

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CRT CalibrationWhen you select the CRT monitor type, you must adjust thecontrast and brightness settings on the monitor before you calibratethe Datacolor Spyder3.

1. When you select CRT, a message will appear in the lowerleft corner of the screen regarding the contrast setting:

2. Set the monitor contrast to maximum, and click Accept.The next instruction appears:

3. Increase the monitor brightness until you can see the sunsymbol.

NOTEFor some monitors the symbol never appears. In thissituation: Reset the monitor settings to the default. Click Accept for the remaining screens used foradjusting monitor brightness. Resume the calibration procedure at step #8.

4. Click Accept. The next instruction appears:

5. Reduce the monitor brightness until the symboldisappears.

NOTEFor some monitors the symbol never disappears. In thissituation: Reset the monitor settings to the default. Click Accept for the remaining screens used for

10 CRT Calibration Datacolor Spyder3 Installation

adjusting monitor brightness. Resume the calibration procedure at step #8.

6. Click Accept. The message below appears:

7. Increase the monitor brightness again until you can seethe symbol, and click Accept. The window refreshes.

8. The screen instructs you to place the Spyder3 on themonitor. Position the Datacolor Spyder3 over the squareon the screen, and click Accept to start the calibration.

NOTEIt is recommended that you place the mouse pointer in thegray area of the screen during the calibration.

9. Continue holding the Datacolor Spyder3 against themonitor until the message, Calibration Completedappears in the lower left corner of the window.

10. When the calibration is completed, click Exit.