SPEC*EDGE 2000 ™ USER’S MANUAL Developed by: pogee Systems, Inc. An Employee-Owned Company TECHNICAL SUPPORT 2323 Cross Creek Drive Powder Springs, GA 30127 (770) 439-0156 E-mail: tech@apogeesystems.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Forward This manual describes the installation and usage of the Spec*Edge™ paper quality control system. Developed by Apogee Systems, Inc., in cooperation with GeorgiaPacific, Ashdown Mill, the Spec*Edge™ system was designed to support the on-going quality control and to meet the special production control needs of the communications paper industry producers. Apogee gratefully acknowledges the support, guidance in design, and many long hours of testing by Mr.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 please call the Apogee support line at the number on the front cover of the User's Manual. Readers of this manual and users of the Spec*Edge™ program are encouraged to provide comments, suggestions, and corrections to the manual and the software directly to Apogee at the address or phone number listed on the cover of this manual. A Software Problem Report (SPR) form is included at the end of this manual to facilitate the reporting, tracking, and resolution of problems.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 SPEC*EDGE™ INSTALLATION Section Page 1. Introduction ............................................................................................. 1 2. System Requirements and Setup .................................................... 1 3. Installation to the Hard Disk ............................................................ 1 4. Setting Spec*Edge™ to start automatically ................................ 5 5. Printers ........................................
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 SPEC*EDGE™ INSTALLATION 1. Introduction: Spec*Edge™ was developed for the paper industry to provide a user friendly, window-based system for automatically assessing the key measurements necessary for proper evaluation of the slitting and cutting of paper sheets. Spec*Edge™ was produced by Apogee Systems, Inc. It uses a flat bed scanner to digitize the image of the paper samples at a resolution of 700 or 800 dots per inch depending on the UMAX scanner being used.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 NOTE: To keep your old settings, copy the file located in the directory onto a floppy disk. This file contains your setting for each test. It may be copied into the new program after installation. Step 3: Place the CD in your CD Drive. The CD should start automatically and enter the setup process. Click on the Scanner that you have.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 load and display the following screen which is where you must select which scanner your are going to be operating. After making you choice of scanners the program will proceed to the next screens and installs just like any other windows program. Step 4: The Spec*Edge™ program requires the use of a system security plug.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 port, cannot work through the plug. In this case, put the plug between the tape drive and the printer, rather than between the computer and the tape drive. If you have difficulty during this installation, please call so that we can help resolve the problem. CAUTION: The security plug will fit into the SCSI connector, which was installed for your scanner. “DO NOT place the plug in this port”.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 4. Setting Spec*Edge™ to Start Automatically: The installation process placed the Spec*Edge™ systems into the Windows list of programs. To have Spec*Edge™ startup when the computer is turned on or when Windows is started, follow the normal instructions in Windows to create Spec*Edge™ as the startup program. This is accomplished by: 5. Step 1: Click your mouse once on in the Taskbar. Step 2: Click your mouse once on .
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 SPEC*EDGE™ ANALYSIS Section Page 1.0 Introduction ...................................................................................... 1 2.0 Spec*Edge™ Quick Analysis Screen.......................................... 1 3.0 Getting More Information ............................................................ 2 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 3.10 3.11 Sheet Curvature Graph........................................................... Cut Quality ............
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 SPEC*EDGE™ ANALYSIS 1.0 Introduction: The Spec*Edge™ software was developed to support on-going quality control for the slitting and cutting of paper sheets. Spec*Edge™ is capable of scanning at a resolution of 700 or 800 dots per inch (DPI) depending on the UMAX scanner being used, or measuring in increments of .036 mm or .0014 in. Spec*Edge™ provides six (6) key measurements. ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ Sheet squareness.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 The analysis will be accomplished on each sheet in the order scanned as fast as the computer can do the mathematics. As each sheet is analyzed the OK/Warn/Fail lights will illuminate for the sheet that is indicated at the top right of the Operator Screen. OK/Warn/Fail Area (Figure 1): This panel indicates each of the measurements completed and the results as specified for the selected test in the setup screen.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 NOTE: The Button located on the Setup screen must be checked to allow the operator to view the graphic analysis screens Step 1: Clicking on the specific measurement button located on the left side of the Sample Analyzed (Figure 1) with the mouse button. This brings up, as an example, the following screen. Figure 2a – Curvature Graph 3.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 3.2 Cut Quality: The cut quality measurement is the standard deviation of the cut quality edge data as seen in the Distribution graph (Figure 2f). This data is the sharp deviations of the edge in inches from the edge of the paper. Often these sharp deviations are caused by individual paper fibers, which are torn so as to stick out perpendicular to the sheet edge. Figure 2b - Cut Quality Graph 3.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Figure 2d shows the selected zoom area defined as between 3.25 and 3.7 inches from the left side of the plot. Figure 2d – Cut Quality Area Zoomed The operator may also elect to view the actual edge of the zoomed area by clicking on the image button with the left mouse button. Figure 2e shows the left edge between the area of 3.25” and 3.7”.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Figure 2e – Cut Quality Zoomed Image Figure 2f – Cut Quality Distribution 3.4 Sheet Cut Distribution: The count of the cut quality data as divided into 100 equal sized bins. Most data is close to zero deviation from the edge of the paper. As the deviation increases, the number of samples at that distance decreases.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Figure 2g – Edge Image 3.5 Edge Image: The image presented to the operator to verify the existence of an anomaly in the graphed data. 3.6 Sheet Data: (Figure 3). This display shows the average length and width of the sheet as well as the angle of the Trail-Left and Trail-Right corners.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 3.7 Hole Data: (Figure 4). Spec*Edge™ identifies the location and size of holes in punched paper. It then compares the actual data to specified data. Spec*Edge™ will also provide an image of the actual hole by clicking with the left mouse button on (Figure 5).
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Figure 5 - Hole Image 3.8 Hole Image: The center of the hole is marked by a white “X”. The diameter specifications are drawn around the hole in concentric circles. The green circle is the nominal specification, the yellow circles are the warning (warn) limits, and the red circles are the fail limits. The green plus (“+”) marks the location where the center of the hole should be located.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 inches. This measurement is compared to the data in the specification. Spec*Edge™ will also provide an image of the actual corner by clicking with the left mouse button on (Figure 7). Figure 6 - Corner Data Figure 7 - Right Lead Corner Image 3.10 Corner Image: The green lines on the image show the slopes of the edges as they approach the corner. From this the excess or lack of corner paper can be seen.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 3.11 Summary Data: Once the measurement is complete the operator may click with the left mouse button on the Summary Button on the Operator Screen. This is the large OK/Warn/Fail button the left of the screen. This brings up the Summary Screen as shown in Figure 8. Summary Button – Shows the operator the worst condition indicated on the OK/Warn/Fail panel. Clicking on this button brings up the information summary screen (Figure 8).
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 4.0 Print All Of The Results Of The Test: The operator may whish to see all of the results at one time. The “Print All” button does this. This may print out several sheets of analysis depending on the number of “Pockets” scanned and weather a single edge or a full sheet was scanned. Print All Button – Pressing this button will print the results of all the samples tested by sample. Shows the operator the Spec.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 RUNNING SPEC*EDGE™ Section Page 1 Introduction ...................................................................................... 1 2 Using Spec*Edge™ software ......................................................... 1 2.1 Starting Spec*Edge™ software ................................................. 2.2 Spec*Edge™ Operator Screen ................................................... 1 2 3 Prior to Scanning ..................................................
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 RUNNING SPEC*EDGE™ 1. Introduction: The Spec*Edge™ software was developed to support on-going quality control for the slitting and cutting of paper sheets. Spec*Edge™ is capable of scanning at a resolution of 700 or 800 Dots Per Inch (DPI) depending on the UMAX scanner being used, or measuring in increments of .036 mm or .0014 in. Spec*Edge™ provides six (6) key measurements. ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ Sheet squareness.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Figure 1 - Windows 95 Start, Programs, Spec*Edge™ selection 2.2 Spec*Edge™ Operator Screen: When Spec*Edge™ is started, depending on weather a full sheet or a single edge is going to be scanned one of two screens will be displayed as in Figure 2. This is called the Spec*Edge™ Operator Screen and all actions in Spec*Edge™ eventually return here. It might be viewed as the home location.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Figure 2a – Information Panel Information Panel (Figure 2a): This panel displays information about the current sheet and test. Sheet Type is selected automatically after a scan (if possible) based on setup information. The Operator, Set No., Run No., and Grade are linked to the Machine No., so that when Machine No. is changed, everything returns to the way it was for that machine. The Machine No.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Figure 2b - Measurement OK/Warn/Fail Panel OK/Warn/Fail Panel (Figure 2b): This panel indicates each of the measurements completed and the results as established for the selected test in the setup screen.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Figure 2c - Pockets (Sheets) Indicator Panel Pockets (Sheets) Indicator Panel (Figure 2c): This panel indicates each pocket or sheet of a test and the progression on that sheet and the overall worst condition of the sheet. You may click on any selected pocket to view the individual measurements and/or images for the selected sheet. Indicates that the pocket (sheet) has not been scanned (tested). Indicates that the pocket (sheet) is being scanned.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Indicates that the pocket (sheet) is complete. The indicator reflects the worst condition detected on the measurements. Clicking with the left mouse button on the indicator shows the measurement readings for this pocket on the measurement panel. Each measurement may then be individually analyzed for this pocket. Buttons: Summary Button – Shows the worst condition indicated on the OK/Warn/Fail panel. Clicking on this button brings up the information summary screen.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Cancel Scan/Delete – Allows you to cancel or delete the scan. The Cancel button will appear in place of the scan button during scanning and the Delete appears after the scan is complete. When this button is activated, the Exit and New Test Button disappear. 3. Prior to Scanning: Spec*Edge™ is measuring very small details on a sample, up to 8 times the detail typically scanned by other commercial scanning programs.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 4. Running a Typical Spec*Edge™ Test: Step 1: Place the sample to be tested on the scanner glass as described by the instruction for Figure 3 Step 2: Calibrate Spec*Edge™ in accordance with the instructions in the Setup Section, Paragraph 2.3. Note: Spec*Edge™ should be re-calibrated each time the systems is started, a different size sheet is measured, or the orientation of the sheet is changed. Step 3: From the Operator Screen select the Operator, Machine No.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 (Single Edge) (Full Sheet) Figure 4 – Sample Analyzed 5. Viewing Results: NOTE: The Button located on the Setup screen must be checked to allow the operator to view the graphic analysis screens Step 1: From the Operator Screen (Figure 4) click on the button for the specific measurement where more data, specific measurements and analysis is wanted. Step 2: Click on the button to return to the Operator Screen.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Figure 5 – Summary Screen Step 2: Click the left mouse button on the button (FIGURE 5). The summary information will automatically print on the Windows default printer. Step 3: Click the left mouse button on the button to return to the Operator Screen. Print All of the results of all of the scans: The operator may whish to see all of the results at one time. The “Print All” button does this.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 SPEC*EDGE™ SETUP Section Page 1 Introduction ....................................................................................... 1 2 Setup Screen ...................................................................................... 2 2.1 Initially Setting and Changing The Password ....................... 2 2.2 Entering Test Specifications ...................................................... 3 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.2.3 2.2.4 2.2.5 2.2.6 2.2.7 2.2.8 2.2.9 2.2.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 SPEC*EDGE™ SETUP 1. Introduction Spec*Edge™ was developed to support on-going quality control measurements for the slitting and cutting of paper sheets. Spec*Edge™ is capable of scanning at a resolution of 700 or 800 dots Per Inch (DPI) depending on the UMAX scanner being used, or measuring in increments of .036 mm or .0014 in. Spec*Edge™ provides six (6) key measurements. ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ Sheet squareness.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 NOTE: Once an organization has established their settings in Spec*Edge™ it is recommended that the initialization settings file be archived on a backup floppy disk or other such media to protect the settings against computer malfunction or hard disk failure. 2. Setup Screen Figure 1 - Spec*Edge™ Setup Button Step 1: Click on the button on the Operator Screen. Clicking on the button initializes the Password Screen shown in Figure 2a or 2b.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Figure 2b – Password Change Screen Step 3: 2.2 The operator then enters a desired password two (2) times and then selects . This password can is one of the operators choosing and should be known only to this operator. From this point on the operator only needs to enter the new password once in the password screen (Figure 2a) to activate the Setup Screen shown in Figure 3.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 2.2.1 Add, Delete or Change An Operator: The Operator area identifies the names of valid operators. One of the names in the list may be edited by clicking with the left mouse button on the name. Step 1: Click the left mouse button on to add an authorized operator, click on to remove an operator from the list or click on the name in the edit window to alter the operators name Step 2: Click on to store the change. 2.2.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 from the list or click on the sheet name in the edit window to alter the test name Step 2: Click on to store the change. 2.2.5 Units: Spec*Edge™ allows you to set and read the results in either inches or millimeters. Clicking on the down arrow in the units box allows you to select which you would prefer. 2.2.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 When this field is non-zero (1 - 11), the hole specification (diameter of all holes, and for each hole its Horizontal and Vertical position on the sheet) fields are enabled. The Hole Number field will be activated. Step 2: Enter the diameter measurement for the holes, enter the warning limits and the fail limits. Step 3: Enter the hole position in the field. This number may be changed by pressing the up or down arrows.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 2.2.8 Setting The Database Path: The Database Path serves the purpose of setting the file path for the database files. Microsoft Excel or Access or a Text file or “None” can be selected. If “None” is selected no data will be store for future analysis or trend information will be stored. “Excel” or “Access” selection will send data to these programs files and can be used for later analysis and trend data is available.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 2.2.9 Setting The Graphic Output Screen Status: The Graphic Output Screen Status feature enables the use of the plot and data display screens from the Operator Screen. If the status is not checked, the user will not be allowed to see any plots or data displays except for the Summary Screen. Step 1: Click in the check box button next to the Graphic Output Screen Status button with the left mouse button, this toggles the On / Off selection.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 2.2.12 Setting the Setup Path: Figure 4b – Setup File Path The Setup Path feature of Spec*Edge gives the ability to store the test settings in a separate file or disk, so in the event that the system is removed from the computer the test stings can be saved and built from raw engineering data. Figure 4b shows the Setup path portion of this screen area.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 2.2 Calibration: Spec*Edge uses UMAX scanners with high resolution 800 x 800 or 700 x 700 dpi or pixels to measure in small increments. The number of pixels per inch may vary by 1 or 2 depending on each individual scanner. To accommodate the slight differences in pixel count from one UMAX Mirage IIse or PowerLook 2100 scanner to another, Spec*Edge has introduced a calibration algorithm which accounts for these slight variations.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 Any operator may view the setup screen by typing in any name in the password, however, the entry fields will be grayed. Only the person with the correct password may change the entries.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 SOFTWARE DEFICIENCY REPORT DATE: NAME: COMPANY NAME: COMPANY ADDRESS: PHONE NUMBER: FAX NUMBER: E-mail ADDRESS: COMPUTER MAKE: MODEL / SPEED: OPERATING SYSTEM: 95 98 NT 2000 SERVICE PACK NUMBER: SCANNER MAKE: SCANNER MODEL: SCANNER DRIVER VERSION NUMBER: APOGEE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S): APOGEE SOFTWARE VERSION NO.
Spec*Edge Version 3.9 June 11, 2008 DESCRIPTION OF PROBLEM (Please describe the problem, what buttons you clicked, etc. in as much detail as possible. If possible, please include your initialization settings file, e.g. Specscan.ini, SpecEdge.ini, etc.) FAX, MAIL, OR E-mail REPORT TO: APOGEE SYSTMES, INC. 2323 Cross Creek Drive Powder Springs, GA 30127-3775 PHONE: 770-439-0156 FAX: 770-439-0156 E-mail: tech@apogeesystems.
