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HunterLab ColorFlex 13-1 User Manual

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ColorFlex
Notice: Use of this equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may
impair the protection afforded by the equipment.
The ColorFlex system consists of a ColorFlex optical sensor and an IBM-compatible computer
composed of the system unit, monitor, keyboard, and mouse. The computer may have been user-
provided or purchased with the sensor and software. A printer may also be used with the system.
The ColorFlex Sensor
The ColorFlex spectrocolorimeter is a versatile, compact color measurement instrument that can be used
on products of virtually any size and in industries as diverse as paint and textiles. It is available in two
different models, 45°/0° and diffuse/8° (sphere). The label on the bottom of the instrument identifies the
geometry. The instrument is designed for use with the sample port facing up or forward.
Sample port
LCD screen
(display)
Keypad
The Read Button
The Read (lightning bolt) button on the keypad, also known as the "Sensor button," can be used to
perform any command or macro assigned to it through the Toolbar command on the Configure menu.
By default, this button activates a sample measurement. To assign it another function, see the Toolbar
section in the Configure chapter, Chapter 9.
07/02
ColorFlex
13-1

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  • Page 1 The ColorFlex system consists of a ColorFlex optical sensor and an IBM-compatible computer composed of the system unit, monitor, keyboard, and mouse. The computer may have been user- provided or purchased with the sensor and software. A printer may also be used with the system. The ColorFlex Sensor The ColorFlex spectrocolorimeter is a versatile, compact color measurement instrument that can be used on products of virtually any size and in industries as diverse as paint and textiles.
  • Page 2 The diffuse model 13-2 ColorFlex 07/02...
  • Page 3 Accessories The following accessories are provided with the ColorFlex and can be found in the standards box. • Black glass - placed at the sample port during standardization of 45°/0° instruments. • Light trap - placed at the sample port during standardization of diffuse/8° instruments. •...
  • Page 4 • Skein holder [45°/0° instruments only] (HL#02-7396-00), • 1.25-inch glass port insert [45°/0° instruments only] (HL#02-6624-05), • 1.25-inch UV port insert [45°/0° instruments only] (HL#D02-1010-618), • Foot switch (HL#D02-1010-327), • External serial printer (HL#L01-1010-678 for 110V, L01-1010-679 for 220V), • Carrying case (HL#D02-1010-619). 13-4 ColorFlex...
  • Page 5 Sample Clamp/Port-Forward Stand The port-forward stand holds the instrument securely in the port-forward position and the sample clamp allows samples to be held flat at the sample port when the instrument is in this orientation. To attach the stand to the ColorFlex, lay the instrument on its side and install the two screws through the stand into the bottom of the instrument using the Allen wrench provided.
  • Page 6 Bar Code Reader Kit The ColorFlex is capable of reading and storing sample IDs from a bar code reader. The bar code reader, cable, and AC power supply may be purchased as optional equipment from HunterLab. To assemble the bar code reader, follow the instructions below. 1.
  • Page 7 6. Enter the sample ID by swiping the bar code reader wand across the bar code. The instrument beeps after the ID is entered. Note: The sample measurement must be made BEFORE the bar code ID is entered. When the datalog is printed to a serial printer, the bar code ID appears with each reading. 07/02 ColorFlex...
  • Page 8 Note: If you do not use the autostore function, then be sure to manually log each reading by pressing the Up Arrow/Print key after entering the sample ID from the bar code reader. 2.5-inch Glass Sample Cup The sample cup is ideal for the analysis of powders, granules, pellets, and translucent samples.
  • Page 9 opaque cover. Measure the sample at the sample port through the glass bottom of the sample cup with the instrument in the port-up orientation. Orange Juice Tube Holder (45°/0° instruments only) in place. Replace the 0.75-inch port plate with the orange juice tube holder port plate. To use the orange juice tube holder, fill the 1-inch glass tube with orange juice and insert the tube into the tube holder from the top.
  • Page 10 Calculations for the citrus scales are given in Appendix A. OJ4 Orange Juice Standard This option provides an uncalibrated plastic OJ4 standard for creating a new instrument hitch or checking the current instrument hitch to the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) standards.
  • Page 11 Skein Holder (45°/0° instruments only) This is a device for measuring yarn skeins. Wind the yarn around the skein holder in multiple taut layers until it is effectively opaque and is as flat as possible. Secure it in place with the detachable arms on the sides of the skein holder.

  • Page 12: Foot Switch

    Read key is pressed and held or the measurement data when the Up Arrow/Print key is pressed. The serial printer sold by HunterLab is a dot matrix printer that operates at 9600 baud. The communications cable supplied with the printer must be used to connect the printer to the ColorFlex.

  • Page 13: Installation

    Installation The following instructions guide you through the initial installation of your ColorFlex system. 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 materials in case it becomes necessary to return the instrument to the factory.
  • Page 14 Standardization Standardization on a ColorFlex model with 45°/0° geometry requires reading of the black glass and white tile. Standardization on a diffuse/8° ColorFlex requires you to read both the light trap and the white tile. 13-14 ColorFlex Standardizing a diffuse ColorFlex using the light trap Standardizing a 45°/0°...
  • Page 15 Standardizing the ColorFlex using the white tile Standardization can be done through the software or directly through the ColorFlex firmware. More detailed information about your ColorFlex sensor and its standardization is given in its separate ColorFlex User's Guide and in the Sensor chapter of this manual. It is recommended that the instrument be standardized at least once every eight hours.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    Maintenance This section outlines the parts of the sensor you must maintain in order for the instrument to function properly. More detailed information about your ColorFlex sensor is given in its separate User's Guide. Notice: Do not disassemble the instrument and attempt to clean the optical components.

  • Page 17: Error Messages

    Archiving Setups All ninety-nine setups can be stored in non-volatile memory by choosing “Archive Setups” from the ColorFlex menu. When this procedure is performed, all setups will then be stored in non-volatile memory and will be safeguarded from loss due to memory failure. It is recommended that you store your setups in non-volatile memory on a regular basis.

  • Page 18: Specifications

    IBM- or Hewlett Packard-compatible printer with a serial interface. In addition, the RS- 232 cable may also be used to connect the ColorFlex with an optional bar code scanner. Note: Color plots, color difference plots, and spectral plots may only be printed on an HP- compatible printer.

  • Page 19: Conditions Of Illumination And Viewing

    Baud rate from 300 to 57600 No parity 8 data bits 1 stop bit. Your output device must be configured in the same way in order to communicate with ColorFlex. Note that Universal Software’s maximum baud rate is 19200. Note: Several baud rates are available with ColorFlex. Be sure to change the INSTRUMENT SETUP of ColorFlex to agree with the baud rate selected for your output device.

  • Page 20: Instrument Performance

    The instrument serial port ground connection is referenced to the instrument's internal frame and safety ground. Before connecting the communication cable to the instrument serial port, apply power to the instrument and the host computer. Check the ground potential (voltage) between the serial port ground pins on the computer and the instrument.

  • Page 21: Regulatory Notice

    7. When all readings are complete, examine the average DE* value. The instrument passes the repeatability test as long as the average DE* value is less than or equal to 0.04. Contact HunterLab Customer Support as described on page 25-6 if the instrument fails the repeatability test. Note: Performance specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 22: Declaration Of Conformity

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer's Name: Manufacturer's Address: Declares that the Product: Product Name: Model: Conforms to the following Product Specifications: EMC: Supplementary Information: This product herewith complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, and carries the CE mark accordingly.
  • Page 23 Color Measurement Notes The ColorFlex spectrocolorimeter is a versatile color measurement instrument that can be used on products of virtually any size, in industries as diverse as paint and textiles. Because of its compact design, it can be used to measure objects that would be difficult to position at the sample port of a larger color instrument.
  • Page 24 13-24 ColorFlex 07/02...

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