Gardner LCM IV User Manual

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Standard programs
5.6 Measurement of color differences (LCS IV only)
The mode for color difference measurement is used to determine 
a quantitative color difference between a reference (R) and a 
sample (P) in the three-dimensional color space (CIE L*a*b* or 
Hunter Lab). In this mode, an additional reference memory for up 
to 100 references is available. 
5.6.1 Take a color difference measurement
1.
In the Main Menu, press Color Difference Measurement.
2.
Insert a reference cuvette/cell.
3.
The CIE L*a*b* reference value of the sample is displayed.
4.
Remove the reference cuvette/cell.
5.
Insert the sample cuvette/cell or press Measure to measure 
the reference cuvette/cell once again.
6.
The color values of the sample and the color differences 
between the sample and the reference are displayed.