HunterLab MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual
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- Page 1 MiniScan ® Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch ® Hunter Associates Laboratory 11491 Sunset Hills Road Reston, Virginia 20190 USA www.hunterlab.com A60-1017-663 Manual Version 2.0...
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Page 2: Copyrights And Trademarks
Teflon is a registered trademark of Dupont. Caution: If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the HunterLab, the overall safety may be impaired. The MiniScan EZ is for indoor use only and not suitable for a wet location. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC Ver. 2.0 Contents MINISCAN EZ FEATURES .................... 5 MiniScan EZ Accessories ........................6 GETTING STARTED WITH MINISCAN EZ ..............7 Install EasyMatch QC Software ......................8 Activate the SoftKey License ....................... 9 Sensor > Add Sensor ........................11 Sensor >... - Page 4 MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC Ver 2.0...
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Page 5: Miniscan Ez Features
Take care not to drop the MiniScan EZ. If it is dropped, have it evaluated for damage before operation. MiniScan EZ is available in four different models based on viewing area and geometry. A label on the bottom of the instrument provides this information. -
Page 6: Miniscan Ez Accessories
Diffuse/8° (Sphere) Small The MiniScan EZ may be operated using the keypad and display on the instrument itself, and it may also be operated while connected to a computer running EasyMatch QC. Therefore, having purchased both a MiniScan EZ and EasyMatch QC, you have two sources of information on the instrument in addition to this User’s Manual: the MiniScan EZ User’s Guide, which describes stand-alone operation,... -
Page 7: Getting Started With Miniscan Ez
MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC Ver. 2.0 Getting Started with MiniScan EZ The MiniScan EZ is simple to set up and attach to your computer. Before operating the MiniScan EZ with EasyMatch QC, you need only install the batteries and connect the instrument to your computer. -
Page 8: Install Easymatch Qc Software
MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC Ver 2.0 Figure 5. USB Cable for Computer Connection 6. Plug the flat end of the USB cable into the appropriate USB port on the computer. Windows’ plug and play feature automatically finds and installs the device. Let it do so until the FOUND NEW HARDWARE message disappears. -
Page 9: Activate The Softkey License
MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC Ver. 2.0 Figure 7. Software Key License 6. 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. - Page 10 Figure 9. No License Warning 3. 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. 4. Go to HELP > LICENSE REGISTRATION > ACTIVATION.
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Page 11: Sensor > Add Sensor
Option #3: Sentinel Key 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 11) and select Sentinel Key to continue. -
Page 12: Sensor > Standardization
Port No. offered. If using USB communications, the COM port will automatically be selected. 4. Turn on the MiniScan EZ by switching the on/off switch on the back of the sensor to the on position. Allow the instrument to warm up for two hours prior to standardizing and making measurements. - Page 13 Remove the end cap of the calibration cylinder that covers the black glass and press the nose cone of the MiniScan EZ to the shiny side of the glass. Check that the sample port is flat against the black glass.
- Page 14 Replace the black glass or light trap with the white tile, which is contained in the calibration can’s end cap. Press the nose cone of the MiniScan EZ to the white side of the tile. Check that the sample port is flat against the tile.
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Page 15: Reading Samples And Standards
Sensor > Configure Setups (for Product Measurements) The CONFIGURE SETUPS command in the SENSOR menu appears when the connected instrument is a MiniScan EZ. When selected, the Setup Groups window appears to create, edit, or delete setup groups and upload, modify, and download individual setups. -
Page 16: Edit
The IMPORT LOGGED READS command in the SENSOR menu appears when the connected instrument is a MiniScan EZ. There must be items saved to the instrument Data log in order to use this command. The Data log screen appears first. -
Page 17: Retrieve Data
MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC Ver. 2.0 Figure 21. Data Log Screen Retrieve Data Copies of the measurements stored in the instrument’s Data log can be retrieved to the Data log screen. Figure 22. Retrieve Data Once the measurements are shown, the remainder of the buttons at the bottom of the screen become... -
Page 18: Copy To Job
MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC Ver 2.0 Copy to Job Places the measurements that are currently selected into the active job. Standards are automatically placed in the job as standards. You are prompted to indicate the standard under which samples should be saved. -
Page 19: Miniscan Ez Maintenance And Testing
You may test the repeatability of your instrument as follows: Turn the MiniScan EZ on and allow it to warm it up for 2 hours. Meanwhile, clean the white tile as described on the next page and allow the tile to return to room temperature. -
Page 20: Recharging/Replacing The Batteries
Lamp replacement requires a trained technician. Contact HunterLab Technical Support to arrange for lamp replacement. Please read WHEN YOU NEED ASSISTANCE prior to contacting HunterLab. Cleaning the MiniScan EZ Clean the outside surfaces of the MiniScan EZ using a soft cloth. Do not spray liquids directly on the instrument. -
Page 21: Miniscan Ez Specifications
Operating Conditions MiniScan EZ can be stored in an area with a temperature range of-20°C to 65°C (-5°F to 150°F) for up to 3 weeks and can be operated under temperature conditions of 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F). For specification-level performance, the recommended temperature range is 21-28°C (70-82°F). -
Page 22: System Power
MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC Ver 2.0 System Power Power Input Disposable or rechargeable AA batteries Battery Life >4,000 readings per charge Instrument Performance Range: 400-700 nm Spectral Data Reporting Interval: 10 nm Bandwidth at Half-height 10 nm Wavelength Accuracy ≤0.75 nm... - Page 23 MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC Ver. 2.0...
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Page 24: Miniscan Ez Options And Sample Devices
MiniScan EZ Options and Sample Devices There are many options and devices available for positioning samples at the measurement ports of the MiniScan EZ and for making the instrument easier to use. For the latest information, please refer to https://support.hunterlab.com/hc/en-us/articles/218375923-Accessories-for-HunterLab- Instruments. -
Page 25: Skein Holder (Hl# 02-7396-00)
Secure it in place with the detachable arms on the sides of the skein holder. Place the skein holder on a flat surface or the calibration tile holder and press the MiniScan EZ’s sample port flat against the sample. Make several measurements of the skein, rotating the holder 90° between measurements and averaging the readings for the result. -
Page 26: 420-Nm Uv Filter Assembly (Hl# D02-1014-436)
420-nm UV Filter Assembly (HL# D02-1014-436) This option provides a 420-nm UV filter in a replaceable assembly for the 45/0 LAV MiniScan EZ. The UV filter may be replaced when necessary, however, the instrument is not to be used without the UV filter assembly in place. -
Page 27: When You Need Assistance
MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC Ver. 2.0 When You Need Assistance If you need for 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... - Page 28 MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC Ver 2.0...
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Page 29: Index
MiniScan EZ Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch QC Ver. 2.0 Index 420-nm UV filter assembly, 26 Options, 24 45/0 LAV nose cone with glass, 25 Physical characteristics, 21 45/0 LAV nose cone with polycarbonate, 25 Power Requirements, 22 Accessories, 6 Rechargeable batteries, 6...
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