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- Page 1 Aeros ® Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch ® Hunter Associates Laboratory 11491 Sunset Hills Road Reston, Virginia 20190 USA www.hunterlab.com A60-1019-018 Manual Version 2.0...
- Page 2 Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0...
- Page 3 Teflon and Lucite are registered trademarks of DuPont Company. Caution: If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the HunterLab, the overall safety may be impaired. The instrument is for indoor use only and not suitable for a wet location.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Contents AEROS FEATURES ...................... 6 Standard Accessories ......................... 6 Power Jack ............................7 Power Switch ............................. 7 Front and Rear USB Connectors ......................7 Ethernet Port ............................. 8 Aeros Options and Sample Devices ....................8 AEROS INSTALLATION ..................... - Page 5 Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Aeros Sample Accessories ........................ 26 HunterLab Flash Drive (A10-1013-423) ..................26 USB Flexible Keyboard (A13-1014-294)..................26 USB Adapter Cable (A21-1014-375) ....................27 Sample Holder, Offset, 3.5" Dish (D02-1016-773) ................27 Sample Holder 145mm and 90mm Petri Dishes (D04-1018-680) ........... 27 Sample Handling Package for Chips (L02-1014-741) ..............
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Page 6: Aeros Features
Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Aeros Features The Aeros is a continuous, automated, non-contact color measurement instrument with height detection and color compensation. For use in laboratory environments, the Aeros uses LED illumination technology to measure samples and monitor color on a rotating tray. Pour, place and measure single or multiple samples on the tray, with easy cleanup and maintenance. -
Page 7: Power Jack
Figure 3. Rear View with Connectors CAUTION Note: Use only the power cord included with this instrument or a replacement obtained from HunterLab. Be certain that the power cord is in good condition before connecting it. Power Switch To turn the instrument on, press the rocker switch on the back of the instrument. -
Page 8: Ethernet Port
Danger of electric shock if liquids are spilled and fire if volatile or flammable liquids are spilled. Use care when measuring liquid samples. Aeros Options and Sample Devices For the latest information, please refer to support.hunterlab.com and Aeros. - Page 9 Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0...
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Page 10: Aeros Installation
1. Unpack all cartons and remove wrappings and cable ties. Inspect for damage and notify the carrier and HunterLab immediately if any is discovered. Save the packing material in case it becomes necessary to return the instrument to the factory. - Page 11 Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Figure 5. EasyMatch QC Installation Select INSTALL EASYMATCH QC SOFTWARE and follow the screen prompts. Select SOFTKEY LICENSE as the type of key to use with the software. Figure 6. Software Key License When the EasyMatch QC installation is finished, select the OPTION BUTTON next to YES, I WANT TO RESTART MY COMPUTER NOW and then FINISH to restart the computer and log back in.
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Page 12: Activate The Softkey License
Figure 8. No License Warning The SoftKey License is uniquely associated with the sensor serial number and is provided on a thumb drive supplied with EasyMatch QC or via email from HunterLab. Go to HELP > LICENSE REGISTRATION > ACTIVATION. -
Page 13: Sensor > Install And Setup
Option #3: Sentinel Key iii. a. If the user has a HunterLab USB hardware key, then it can be used with a new sensor on the same computer. Return to Install the Software, Step 5 (Figure 6) and select the Sentinel Key to continue. -
Page 14: Sensor Manager > Standardization
Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 From the SENSOR MENU, select ADD SENSOR. Figure 11. Add Aeros Sensor Select Aeros as the Sensor Type and use the USB (selected as default) to connect Aeros with EasyMatch QC. Click NEXT to search available Aeros. Figure 12. - Page 15 Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 The instrument can be standardized at any time by selecting SENSOR > STANDARDIZE or by clicking the STANDARDIZE button on the default toolbar. You are first prompted to indicate the instrument configuration. To standardize, read the bottom-of-scale and the top-of-scale.
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Page 16: Sensor Manager > Measurement Configuration
Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Figure 16. Standardization Complete Sensor Manager > Measurement Configuration To adjust the measurement parameters for the Aeros, go to SENSOR MANAGER > MEASUREMENT CONFIGURATION. Select TURNTABLE MOTION to enable rotation. When AUTO HEIGHT is selected as a default, the sensor head will adjust its position to read samples automatically for each sample measurement. - Page 17 Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0...
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Page 18: Aeros Maintenance And Testing
Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Aeros Maintenance and Testing The Aeros is engineered to be virtually maintenance free. This section outlines the few parts of the sensor that are to be maintained for the instrument to function properly. Routine Maintenance The following schedule outlines recommended maintenance procedures for the Aeros. -
Page 19: Cleaning The Instrument Standards
(FWAs) to remove water marks. Diagnostics on the Aeros Diagnostics are included with the Aeros EasyMatch QC. To initiate, select DIAGNOSTICS from the SENSOR MENU. THE GREEN TILE TEST, REPEATABILITY TEST and HARDWARE CHECKS are the available tests. - Page 20 Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Figure 19. Standardize Attach the standardization box to the sensor. Then attach the black glass to the standardization box. Press NEXT to continue. Figure 20. Read the Black Glass Remove the black glass and attach the white tile. Press NEXT to continue. Figure 21.
- Page 21 Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Figure 22. Screen Display for Test Results Figure 23. Green Tile Test Results...
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Page 22: Repeatability Test
Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Repeatability Test The repeatability test is initiated by standardizing and leaving the white tile in view. Each white tile reading is reported along with a pass/fail evaluation. Remove all samples from the instrument and attach the standardization box. The sensor will move to the top. Figure 24. - Page 23 Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Figure 27. Repeatability Readings When the test is complete, results are shown and output as a report. Figure 28. Repeatability Screen Results...
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Page 24: Aeros Specifications
Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Aeros Specifications The specifications and characteristics of the instrument are given in this chapter. For best performance, the instrument should be placed where there is ample work space with medium or subdued illumination and no drafts. The operating conditions (temperature and humidity ranges) are given in the Operating Conditions section below. -
Page 25: Conditions Of Illumination And Viewing
Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Conditions of Illumination and Viewing Light Source Full spectrum balanced LED system array 256 element diode array and high Dual Beam Spectrophotometer resolution, concave holographic grating Dual-beam Non-Contact Reflectance Measurement Principle Spectrophotometer Measurement Method Rotating platter @ 12 RPM Area Measured per Rotation... -
Page 26: Regulatory Notice
Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Regulatory Notice Aeros Sample Accessories HunterLab Flash Drive (A10-1013-423) 2 GB USB 2.0 flash drive formatted for customer use with customized code for Setup backup and CSV Datalog export. USB Flexible Keyboard (A13-1014-294) This 88 character keyboard allows the user to enter IDs directly into the instrument. -
Page 27: Usb Adapter Cable (A21-1014-375)
Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 USB Adapter Cable (A21-1014-375) Standard-A receptacle to Standard B plug, 1 meter long. This allows connection to the USB receptacle on the instrument to other peripherals such as a Personal Computer or the A13-1014-259 USB Printer. Sample Holder, Offset, 3.5"... - Page 28 Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0...
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Page 29: When You Need Assistance
Additionally, our global support website offers 24/7 assistance with a library of information on various color measurement and appearance topics such as applications, instrument operation, and troubleshooting. The HunterLab global support website is located at support.hunterlab.com. For personalized assistance, go to support.hunterlab.com... - Page 30 Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0...
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Page 31: Index
Aeros Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC ver. 2.0 Index Add Sensor, 12 Maintenance, 17 Cleaning Measurement Configuration, 15 Instrument Standard, 18 Operating Conditions, 23 Diagnostics, 18 Repeatability Test, 21 Ethernet Port, 7 Standardization, 13 Features, 5 Testing, 17 Green Tile Test, 18 USB Connectors, 6 Installation, 9 Using EasyMatch QC, 12...
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