Category Archives: Electrical

GretagMacbeth SpectroScan T x/y table Repair

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I own a GretagMacbeth SpectroScan T x/y table that is used to read and measure test charts used in the creation of ICC printer profiles. I bought this unit used about eight years ago, and it has served me well throughout this time. However, I recently tried to read a target with the SpectroScan to create a new printer profile, and the device failed and returned an error. In this article, I’ll show you how I problem-solved and ultimately fixed it.

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DIY Bussmann RTMR Fuse Block, Part 5 – Building the RTMR

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This is Part 5 in an on-going series of tutorials that will teach you how to build a Bussmann RTMR fuse/relay block for your vehicle. We’ve already covered what the Bussmann RTMR fuse/relay block is, what parts are required, what tools are necessary, and techniques to build it. In this part, we’re going to put it all together so that you will have a completed Bussmann RTMR fuse/relay block that you can install in your vehicle.

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DIY Bussmann RTMR Fuse Block, Part 4 – Wiring and Schematics

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This is part 4 in a series of tutorials teaching you how to build a Bussmann RTMR fuse/relay block. In previous parts, we’ve discussed what the Bussmann RTMR is and why you would want one. I’ve also outlined all of the necessary parts, tools, and techniques needed to complete this project. In this part, I’m going to talk in more detail about  the RTMR, relays, wiring, and schematics.

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