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User's Manual for
ColorFlex
L2 and
®
EasyMatch
Essentials
®
Hunter Associates Laboratory
11491 Sunset Hills Road Reston, Virginia 20190 USA
www.hunterlab.com
A60-1021-425 Version 1.0
For EasyMatch Essentials 2024.4 and Above

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and ® EasyMatch Essentials ® Hunter Associates Laboratory 11491 Sunset Hills Road Reston, Virginia 20190 USA www.hunterlab.com A60-1021-425 Version 1.0 For EasyMatch Essentials 2024.4 and Above...
  • Page 2 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0...
  • Page 3 The instrument is for indoor use only and unsuitable for wet locations. For your safety when using the ColorFlex L2, you should pay attention to the following types of statements in this User’s Manual: ▪...
  • Page 4 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 potential inconsistencies in human color perception. Users are strongly advised to verify the instrumental data with meticulous visual evaluation. Disclaimer of Liability: Utilization of Data, Metadata and Information Hunter Associates Laboratory, Inc. (including its employees, agents, and assignees) assumes no...
  • Page 5 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Contents Preface ....................... 3 Copyrights and Trademarks ..................... 3 Safety Notes ..........................3 Legal Disclaimers: Instrumental – Visual Evaluation ..............3 Disclaimer of Liability: Utilization of Data, Metadata and Information ........4 Contents ......................
  • Page 6 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 Edit a New WorkSpace......................21 Edit Another Existing WorkSpace: ..................21 WorkSpace Edit: Standardization Mode ................21 WorkSpace Edit: Standards & Tolerances ................21 WorkSpaces Edit: MEASUREMENT OPTIONS ................ 23 WorkSpaces Edit: EXPORT OPTIONS ..................
  • Page 7 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 ColorFlex L2 Maintenance & Safety ..............45 Maintenance for the ColorFlex L2 ..................45 Cleaning the Instrument Standard (White Tile) ......Error! Bookmark not defined. Cleaning the Black Glass and Green Tile ................45 When You Need Assistance ................
  • Page 8 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0...
  • Page 9 Instrument Setup and Overview What is HunterLab ColorFlex L2 & EasyMatch Essentials? ColorFlex L2 system is a multi-purpose 45/0 color and appearance measurement system that provides users with 400-700 nm reflectance color and sample imaging capabilities in either port-up or port-forward configurations. Controlled D65 (Daylight) illumination Xenon illumination provides superior color accuracy and repeatability on standard and fluorescing samples.
  • Page 10 Unpacking your Box Place the ColorFlex L2 on a stable bench. It can be positioned with the port facing up or forward. Retain the packaging in case the instrument is returned to HunterLab.
  • Page 11 Side USB Connectors The ColorFlex L2 has two USB-A connectors on the left side. These ports are typically used for connecting flash drives or keyboards. A USB hub can be attached to connect multiple devices simultaneously.
  • Page 12 Figure 1. Ports on the Back of the ColorFlex L2 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.
  • Page 13 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Initial Essentials Setup and Measurement Guide Powering On the Instrument After unpacking and setting up the instrument, turn on the power using the power switch on the back of the instrument base.
  • Page 14 Note: If the Diagnostics Check Tile fails, clean the instrument White Reference Tile, Check Tile, and/or Black Glass, and run the test again. Contact HunterLab Support if the issue persists. Reading a Sample To measure a sample: 1.
  • Page 15 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Editing EZ VIEW Sample Name Box Located at the top-left corner of the screen, this box allows you to edit the sample name, delete it, or set it as the standard by tapping on it. The box is highlighted with a color corresponding to the measured color, offering a quick visual reference.
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  • Page 17 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Navigating the Essentials Screen General screen of EasyMatch Essentials are shown below. Figure 3. User Interface Screen of ColorFlex L2 Essentials Status Bar – Job, Action Button, and WorkSpace The Status bar at the bottom of screen includes the following features: Status Bar: Job It displays the name of the current job.
  • Page 18 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 Status Bar: Action Button The Action Button allows users to perform key operations, such as standardization, taking measurements, or advancing to the next step in a workflow. The physical action button located next to the instrument port serves the same purpose as the on-screen Action Button.
  • Page 19 Note: Default WorkSpaces and the active WorkSpace cannot be deleted. Tool Bar – System Menu, Views and HunterLab Icon The Tool bar at the top of screen includes SYSTEM MENU, VIEWS, and HUNTERLAB ICON. Tool Bar: System Menu The System Menu is located in the top-left corner of the screen. Tap the three-bar icon to access the following options: .
  • Page 20 The HunterLab Icon is located at the top-right corner of the screen. . Wizard Access Tap the HunterLab icon to start the wizard. This feature guides you through a series of screens highlighting the software’s features. To exit, tap the X at the top of the screen. .
  • Page 21 This screen displays fixed options such as MEASUREMENT TYPE, MODE, and D65 ILLUMINATION STATUS for ColorFlex L2. The user can select a port type, 1” PORT PLATE, A SAMPLE CUP PORT INSERT or a CUSTOM PORT. Press NEXT to continue.
  • Page 22 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 Color Standard Tab Configure STANDARD TYPE, TRISTIMULUS COLOR SCALES, and ILLUMINANTS/OBSERVERS. Following are available STANDARD TYPES: Ad hoc/ Working Standard The first sample measurement is automatically assigned as an Ad Hoc/Working standard.
  • Page 23 WorkSpaces Edit: EXPORT OPTIONS Configure AUTO EXPORT to simultaneously send the data string per measurement to a data collection system. Ensure both the ColorFlex L2 and the data collection system are on the same network. Check details in Instrument Settings/Network Settings Tap EDIT button in TCP Auto Export to: •...
  • Page 24 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 In the data collection system, configure the TCP/IP method: Set ColorFlex L2 IP as the server IP and port 9001 to collect data from the ColorFlex L2.
  • Page 25 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Views All views are displayed in the middle of the Tool Bar. • View Editing: Tap the current view (with the pencil icon) to edit. Alternatively, tap another view to load it first, then tap again to open the view options. After editing, press the left arrow at the top of the screen or tap anywhere on the view screen to exit.
  • Page 26 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 Figure 6. EZ View Display with New Options Views: COLOR DATA TABLE The COLOR DATA TABLE displays COLOR SCALE, COLOR DIFFERENCE, and INDEX DATA for the standards and all samples in the job. Press and hold a column (except the Name column) to drag and reorder the fields.
  • Page 27 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Settings Press the edit icon (pencil) in the COLOR DATA TABLE VIEW TAB. At the bottom of the screen, you will find options to edit the view settings including: Color Scales Select one or multiple tristimulus Color Scales to display.
  • Page 28 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 Views: SPECTRAL PLOT This view displays a graph of reflectance percentage versus wavelength. Use the + button to enlarge the plot or the – button to reduce its size. Spectral Plot Options: Sample Limit This setting controls the number of samples displayed simultaneously, with a maximum limit of 10 samples.
  • Page 29 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Figure 10. Color Plot View...
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  • Page 31 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Instrument Settings Press INSTRUMENT SETTINGS under System Menu to edit the current settings for INFORMATION, GENERAL, DISPLAY & BRIGHTNESS, NETWORKING, DIAGNOSTICS, and SECURITY SETTINGS.. Instrument Settings: INFORMATION The INFORMATION screen provides HunterLab Certification, the Instrument Serial Number, Version number, and Networking Addresses.
  • Page 32 Import Data From Another Instrument To import data (Product Setups and Saved Measurements) from a ColorFlex EZ instruments, use the USB cable to connect between ColorFlex EZ and ColorFlex L2. Then tap this feature and follow the prompts to import data from ColorFlex EZ.
  • Page 33 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Figure 13. Network Connection Method 1 Connect a CFL2 and PC to the same network hub using an Ethernet cable. Alternatively, connect a CFL2 and PC using an Ethernet cable to a stand-alone router with DHCP server features.
  • Page 34 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 Method 2: Direct connection between CFL2 and computer Figure 16. Network Connection Method 2 1. Plug the Ethernet cable into the back of the CFL2 and the other end to the PC. If the PC does not have any available ethernet ports, a USB-Ethernet adapter can be applied.
  • Page 35 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Figure 18. Command Prompt – Ethernet Adapter 3. In the CFL2, go to SYSTEM MENU > INSTRUMENT SETTINGS > NETWORK SETTINGS. Select “Edit”. CONFIGURE ETHERNET SETTINGS. . 4. Uncheck USE DHCP FOR ETHERNET.
  • Page 36 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 Figure 19. Static Network Settings 6. Select APPLY NETWORK SETTINGS, then close the Network Settings window Instrument Settings: DIAGNOSTICS The Diagnostics menu shows the overall health of the instrument, LAST DIAGNOSTIC TEST RESULTS, and INSTRUMENT DETAILS.
  • Page 37 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Repeatability Select this test to run a group of 30 readings compared to 1 standard reading on the white tile. Ensure that the one-inch port plate is utilized. Tap the Green action button to e -I STANDARDIZE and run the test.
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  • Page 39 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 How to Update Essentials in ColorFlex L2 Please find the latest version of the ColorFlex L2 Essentials software, along with a document outlining the major changes in HunterLab support website.
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  • Page 41 Recommended operating conditions, including temperature and humidity ranges, are listed in the Operating Conditions section below. Note: Do not leave ColorFlex L2 in an area where temperature or humidity extremes are possible. Operating Conditions Storage Temperature -20°C to 65°C (-4°F to 149°F)
  • Page 42 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 Instrument Performance Dual Beam Sealed optics; 256 element diode array and high resolution concave Spectrophotometer holographic grating Spectral Range 400 nm – 700 nm Spectral Resolution <3 nm Effective Bandwidth...
  • Page 43 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Standards Conformance Standards CIE 15:2018, ASTM E1164, DIN 5033, Teil 7, JIS Z 8722 Condition C Regulatory Notice...
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  • Page 45 • The ColorFlex L2 is NOT waterproof, but the case's exterior may be wiped with a damp cloth. • When cleaning the optical window, take precautions without scratching the optical window glass or the coating.
  • Page 46 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 When You Need Assistance If you need technical or sales assistance on applications, troubleshooting, service, warranty, accessory pricing, and more, please contact the office nearest you: For the Americas, Support@hunterlab.com For Asia, AsiaSupport@hunterlab.com...
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  • Page 48 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 Table of Figures Figure 1. Ports on the Back of the ColorFlex L2 ................12 Figure 2. Set a Sample as Standard ....................14 Figure 3. User Interface Screen of ColorFlex L2 Essentials ............17 Figure 4.
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  • Page 50 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V. 1.0 Index Action Button, 18 Installation Environment, 9 Active View, 20 Instrument Health, 36 Adding a View, 19 Instrument Serial Number, 31 Auto Export, 23 Instrument Settings, 19 Averaging, 23 Job, 17...
  • Page 51 User’s Manual for ColorFlex L2 and EasyMatch Essentials V 1.0 Sample Limit, 28 Text Size, 32 Standard Timeout, 32 Hitch, 22 Touch Screen Display, 11 Numeric, 22 Unpacking your Instrument, 10 Physical, 22 USB Connectors, 11 Standard Accessories, 9 Wizard, 20...