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HunterLab ColorFlex EZ User Manual

HunterLab ColorFlex EZ
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User’s Manual for
ColorFlex
®
EZ
Hunter Associates Laboratory
11491 Sunset Hills Road
Reston, Virginia 20190
USA
www.hunterlab.com
A60-1014-593, Version 2.2
For CFEZ firmware version 1.07 and above

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HunterLab ColorFlex EZ Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHunterLab
ModelColorFlex EZ
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Notes

Safety Statement Types

Describes different types of safety statements and their meaning.

Introduction to the ColorFlex EZ System

Accessories

Lists included accessories such as calibration tiles, cables, and manuals.

Installation

Provides step-by-step instructions for connecting and setting up the instrument.

The Basics of ColorFlex EZ Operation

Button Pad and LCD Display

Explains the function of the five buttons and the LCD screen layout.

Menus and Prompts

Describes navigation through the main menu and prompts for operations.

About the Instrument

Details how to view instrument model, serial number, and firmware version.

Taking a Simple Measurement

Outlines the basic steps for performing a measurement.

Standardization Process

Explains the procedure for standardizing the instrument using calibration tiles.

Reading Individual Samples

Guides through taking individual sample readings, including setup selection.

Defining Standard, Sample and Tolerances

Explains the concepts of product standard, sample, and tolerance settings.

Configuring Options and Setups

Product Setups

Describes how to create and manage product-specific operating parameters.

Setup Name

Details how to enter a descriptive name for a product setup.

Standard

Explains the four types of standards: Working, Physical, Numeric, Hitch.

Averaging

How to average multiple readings for a single measurement.

Views

How to configure displayed measurement data views.

Display

Options for displaying measurement data: Absolute and Difference.

Spectral Data

Displays raw reflectance values for each wavelength.

Spectral Difference

Shows reflectance difference between standard and sample per wavelength.

Spectral Plot

Graphs raw reflectance values versus wavelength.

Color Plot

Displays sample's location in color space relative to the standard.

Ill/Obs

How to choose illuminant/observer combination for color values.

Color Scale

How to select the desired color scale for measurements.

Color Index

How to choose the color index for measurement analysis.

CMC/Shade Sort

How to configure CMC/Shade Sort parameters for dEc or SSN indices.

Standard Values

How to read or enter standard values for Physical, Numeric, Hitch types.

Tolerances

How to set acceptable limits for color differences.

AutoSearch

How to enable/disable automatic standard search feature.

Global Options

Language

How to select the display language for screens and prompts.

Display Settings

Configuration for screen angle, backlight, contrast, and dimming.

Screen angle

Adjusts screen text orientation for better readability.

Backlight

Controls the brightness level of the LCD backlight.

Contrast

Adjusts the contrast of the display for better visibility.

Display Dim

Sets the time before the LCD backlight automatically dims.

Display Off

Sets the time before the display automatically turns off.

Setups Locked?

Option to lock product setups to prevent modification.

AutoSave

Configures whether measurements are saved automatically or manually.

Stdz Interval

Sets the time before the instrument prompts for re-standardization.

AutoSearch

Feature to find the closest standard to a sample read.

Date/Time

Allows setting the current date and time on the instrument.

Setup Maintenance

Reset All Setups

Restores all product setups to their default factory values.

Print All Setups

Outputs all product setup parameters via USB.

Print One Setup

Outputs parameters for a single selected product setup via USB.

Clone All Setups

Copies all product setups from one instrument to another.

Reading, Storing and Printing Data

Reading with Datalog

How to save measurements to a USB drive.

Reading with Averaging

Steps to take and average multiple readings for a single measurement.

Working with Saved Readings

How to view, print, and delete stored measurements.

Delete All Readings

Erases all stored measurements from the instrument's memory.

Print All Readings

Outputs all saved measurements to a device via USB.

View Saved Readings

Allows the user to view and scroll through saved readings.

Filter by Setup

Views saved readings filtered by a specific product setup.

Sample Preparation and Presentation

Selecting Samples

Guidelines for choosing representative samples for measurement.

Preparing Samples

Instructions for preparing samples according to standard methods.

Sample Presentation

How to present samples to the instrument for consistent measurements.

Directional Samples

Minimizing directionality effects by averaging rotated readings.

Non-opaque Samples

Ensuring consistent backings for non-opaque sample measurements.

Translucent Samples

Handling translucent samples to ensure accurate color readings.

Maintaining and Testing ColorFlex EZ

Cleaning the ColorFlex EZ

Instructions for cleaning the exterior surfaces of the instrument.

Maintaining the Instrument Standards

How to care for and clean calibration tiles and black glass.

Replacing the Lamp

Information on arranging for professional lamp replacement.

Diagnostics

How to run tests to verify instrument performance.

White Repeatability

Tests the consistency of readings using the white calibration tile.

Green Tile Check

Compares instrument memory values to factory values for the green tile.

Signal Levels

Displays a graph of sample and monitor channels for analysis.

Self-Test

Runs subsystem communication tests and displays firmware versions.

Specifications

Operating Conditions

Recommended temperature, humidity, and environmental ranges.

Physical Characteristics

Details weight, dimensions, and communication interface.

Conditions of Illumination and Viewing

Describes light source, lamp life, geometry, and viewing parameters.

Instrument Performance

Provides data on spectral range, bandwidth, resolution, and agreement.

Measurement

Lists available data views, illuminants, observers, color scales, and indices.

Regulatory Notice

Options and Sample Devices

External Printer

Details the connection and function of the optional thermal printer.

Keyboard

Describes the optional flexible keyboard for data entry.

Bar Code Scanner

Explains the optional scanner for reading bar codes for ID tags.

USB Flash Drive for Data Transfer

How to transfer data and setups using a USB flash drive.

Sample Clamp & Port-Forward Stand

Device for holding samples flat at the measurement port.

Skein Holder

Device for measuring yarn skeins.

Port Inserts

Different sized openings to change the view area at the reflectance port.

Glass Port Insert

A glass-covered insert to protect the instrument from particles.

420 nm UV Port Insert

Port insert with a 420-nm filter to prevent UV illumination.

Sample Cup Set for Translucent Liquids

Set for holding powders, liquids, and granules with specific components.

Sample Cup Port Plate

Special insert to hold the sample cup in position at the measurement port.

Sample Cup Opaque Cover

Opaque cover to exclude external light from the sample cup.

Ring and Disk Set

Plastic ring and ceramic disk for sample cups to exclude light.

EasyMatch QC Software

Windows program for numerical calculations and graphical data representation.

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