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1. Department of Agriculture USDA D45 Citrus Meter This instrument has 45 0 measurement geometry with a 25 4 1 0 in viewed area It is intended to be used in the port forward orientation mounted on the sample clamp port forward stand with a special tube holder used to properly position sample tubes Accessories The following accessories are included with the ColorFlex EZ and can be found in the provided carrying case e Calibration tiles NIST traceable Calibrated Instrument White Tile and Black Glass used for instrument standardization In addition a Diagnostic GreenTile is used to verify long term instrument performance Certificate of traceability for the Calibrated Instrument White tile e Tile data sheet provides NIST traceable calibrated values for the standard Instrument White tile and values read at factory for the Diagnostic Green tile Introduction 1 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Plastic OJA standard tube with USDA calibration used for hitching the instrument to USDA s standards Your first two setups by default utilize this standard as a hitch standard USB cable for connecting the ColorFlex EZ to a computer standard 31 8 mm 1 25 in port insert used for the Instrument White Tile check the Green Tile check and the measurement of flat solid samples if desired sample clamp port forward stand used to hold the instrument in the port forward orientation Orange juice tube hold2. b 11 91 Press Back UP arrow to return to the 46732PA1618 Saved Readings menu or Main Menu BACK NAIN MENU GO to return to the main menu 22 Measuring Citrus CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 Filter By Setup gt Filter by Setup allows the user to view ea readings saved in the ColorFlex EZ s memory by choosing the product setup used to measure the readings of interest The Saved Readings screen is shown first Scroll through the setups using the UP and DOWN arrow buttons until the desired setup 1s highlighted then press GO to select Advanced scrolling may be done a page at a time using the Page RIGHT arrow button View print and move through the readings saved for this setup in the same way described above for View Saved Readings Saving to the Datalog The ColorFlex EZ has the ability to manually or automatically save measurements to the Datalog on a USB flash drive in CSV csv or ASCII dtg format The precision is 3 decimal places for colorimetric data 5 for chromaticity values and 4 for spectral data Once saved to the USB the file can then be read directly into Excel or EZMOC for custom reporting Measuring Citrus 23 CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 Setup Maintenance Setup Maintenance is selected from the Main Menu main menu by moving the cursor TSS MRC SAT highlight to its position using the UP and TATA DOWN buttons and then pressing
3. made and then the final result 1s shown with the PASS FAIL evaluation The specification 1s dX dY and dZ must all be less than or equal to 0 30 for the instrument to pass the test Press PRINT to print the result 1f a printer is connected to the instrument s USB port Press DIAGS MENU to return to the Diagnostics menu Press MAIN MENU to exit Diagnostics Maintaining amp Testing 39 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Signal Levels gt The Signal Levels diagnostic first prompts Signal Levels the user to place a sample at the measurement port Normally this will be the Instrument White Tile but other instructions may be provided by HunterLab s Technical Support staff Place the sample and press GO The sample and monitor channels are plotted on a graph for examination by HunterLab s Technical Support staff Press READ to read again Press DIAGS MENU to return to the Diagnostics menu Press MAIN MENU to exit Diagnostics Self Test gt The DIAGNOSTICS MENU contains a fourth function named SELF TEST When this function is selected communications tests between the ColorFlex EZ s subsystems are run If successful the versions of the firmware present would be displayed Also shown is the value of the eis checksum of the instrument s calibration M3DA V1 50 09 296A 2 s CFUSB V1 10 10 081A data as four hexadecimal digits CFUSB V1 10 10 081A CFUSB V1 10 10 081A The value of the check
4. 2 Tolerances 10 USB cable 2 Index I 3 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Utility program diskettes 2 View Saved Readings 24 Viewing 46 Warranty 49 When You Need Assistance 54 White calibrated tile 1 I 4 Index
5. A When You Need Assistance When there is a problem with an instrument or software or technical advice concerning a specific application is needed please contact HunterLab for assistance In order to help us help you please have the following information available prior to contacting HunterLab 1 The type of sensor for which assistance is needed 1 e ColorFlex EZ 2 The serial number of the instrument found on the bottom of the unit 3 The type of processor or software in use to access the sensor output such as EasyMatch QC the version of the software the operating system and the brand and type of computer if applicable 4 The specific nature of the problem including the exact error message received or the number of units the sensor reads off from the standard tiles 5 The steps performed prior to the start of the problem 6 Steps already performed to reconcile the problem and or results of any diagnostic tests 7 The type of product being measured 52 Instrument Replacement amp Repair CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 8 Environmental conditions under which the instrument is normally used temperature humidity dust fumes etc 9 Whether the instrument has recently been moved or the computer reconfigured 10 The name s of any HunterLab personnel with whom the problem has been discussed The general number for HunterLab 1s 703 471 6870 For prices on instruments software
6. A 20190 Declares that the Product Product Name ColorFlex EZ Model CLFX EZ 45 0 LAV Conforms to the following Standards IEC 61326 1 2005 CISPR 11 2003 A1 2004 EN 61000 4 2 1995 and EN 61000 4 3 2006 A1 2008 EN 61010 1 2001 Supplementary Information This product herewith complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 2004 108 EC and Council Directive 98 34 EEC and carries the CE mark accordingly 1 This product was tested using an IBM compatible computer European Contact Christian Jansen Griesbraeustrasse 11 82418 Murnau Germany Telephone 49 0 8841 9464 Fax 49 0 8841 99472 46 Specifications CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 CHAPTER SIX Instrument Replacement Repair Problems and Questions The following HunterLab policies are described in this chapter e Warranty e Shipping claims e Returns service e Technical assistance Warranty HunterLab warrants that all instruments 1t manufactures will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service Our obligation under this warranty 1s limited to repairing or replacing any parts which our examination disclose to have been factory defective when returned to us by prepaid transportation The time limit on this warranty is one year from date of shipment of new instruments and two months from the date of shipment of repaired instruments HunterLab warranty does not cover expendable items such as
7. Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 CHAPTER TWO Measuring Citrus This chapter describes the various steps for normal operation of the instrument including 1 Standardizing 2 Selecting product setups 3 Hitching to the OJ4 standard 4 Reading 5 Storing and 6 Printing data Main Menu Standardization During standardization the bottom of scale 0 reflectance is set first by measuring the Black Glass at the sample port The top of scale is then set by measuring the Calibrated Instrument White tile Messages on the LCD screen prompt the user through the standardization process as described below The time elapsed in minutes since the last standardization 1s shown in the upper right corner of the screen It is recommended that the ColorFlex EZ be standardized every four to eight hours Measuring Citrus 11 CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 Also standardize the ColorFlex EZ any time there 1s a significant change greater than 5 F in ambient temperature For Eindardization Exping example if the ColorFlex EZ 1s moved from air conditioning to an outdoor site that is 90 F the instrument should be standardized again outdoors after time has passed to allow for stabilization under the new temperature Also it is very important that the white tile and glass standards used in standardization be treated carefully They must be kept clean and in good condition The Maintaining and Testing Co
8. HunterLab Field Euan SOM b Service Department to arrange for lamp MAIN MENU replacement Please read When You Need Assistance page 8 7 prior to contacting HunterLab Diagnostics Diagnostics is selected from the main menu by moving the cursor highlight to its Main Menu position using the up and down arrow buttons and then pressing the center Go button The Diagnostics menu appears RODUCT SETUP LOBAL OPTIONS READINGS Choose the desired function by scrolling SETUP MAINTENANCE using the up and down arrow buttons until it is highlighted and then pressing the right IFFY arrow button The various functions perform as described below Maintaining amp Testing 37 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 White Repeatability gt The purpose of the White Repeatability test is to verify short term repeatability performance of the instrument The White Repeatability screens first prompt the user through a normal standardization for the instrument When standardization is complete the user is then prompted to leave the Instrument White Tile in position at the sample port and to press the GO button Twenty readings of the Instrument White Tile are made automatically and the results of each reading shown concurrently This test may be cancelled at any time by pressing the LEFT arrow to Cancel When all readings are complete the final result as well as a PASS FAIL status is shown
9. NN EpuSE 35 Maintaining the Instrument Standards 36 About Your Instrument Ries 37 Replacing the Lamp 37 Diagnoshies UA 37 White Tile Repeatability Pa 38 Green Tile Cheek yes 39 DISMAL levels pe 40 DCE ECS d TP 40 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 SPECIFICATIONS usa nen 43 Operating Conditions een 43 Physical Characteristics usa 44 Conditions of Illumination and Viewing 44 Instrument Performance nun 45 Resulatory Notice 55i ndi dn b a 46 INSTRUMENT REPLACEMENT REPAIR PROBLEMS AND QUESTIONS e aaa 47 Warranty d 47 Shipping Claims D 48 Breakace or Datnage cumst tei ndvxa dudo dut 48 INORA O aha ste E RITE 49 IncorrecE Ship MCN eraann aa 49 Returns Repairs a 50 Packing and Shipping Instruments for Repair 51 When You Need Assistance sesoossonssonssnsssssnnssnnsnnssnnssnnsnnnsnnnene 52 vi CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 CHAPTER ONE Introduction to The ColorFlex EZ System for the Measurement of Citrus Products The ColorFlex EZ Citrus Color Meter is a compact spectrocolorimeter used to measure the color of fresh and concentrated orange grapefruit and lemon juice The instrument can provide measurements as colorimetric such as XYZ or L a b data and can show citrus score values in agreement with the U S
10. and replacement parts or to place an order ask for the ORDER PROCESSING DEPARTMENT For measurement advice for help in correcting instrument or software problems to return instruments to HunterLab for service or to ask questions about the servicing or recalibration of instruments ask for TECHNICAL SUPPORT HunterLab may also be contacted through its web site www hunterlab com The mailing address for HunterLab headquarters 1s given below Customers outside the United States should contact their HunterLab distributor for initial assistance Hunter Associates Laboratory Inc 11491 Sunset Hills Road Reston Virginia 20190 U S A Instrument Replacement amp Repair 53 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Index About 39 AC adapter 2 Accessories 1 AutoSave 33 Autosearch 34 Average 34 Backlight 31 bar code reader 20 Bar Code Scanner 6 Basics of ColorFlex EZ Operation 8 black glass 1 Broken instruments 50 button pad 8 Button Pad 9 calibrated tile 1 Certificate of traceability 1 Cleaning the ColorFlex EZ 37 Clone All Setups 27 Color Diff 34 Contrast 32 Damaged instruments 50 Datalog 25 Date time 35 Delete All Readings 23 Diagnostics 39 Diagnostics diskette 2 Display Dim 32 Display Off 32 Display settings 31 40 EasyMatch QC Software 6 External Printer 5 Index I 1 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Filter By Setup 25 Global Options 30 Gree
11. 6 25cm x 13 2cm x 36 5cm 6 4 in x 5 2 in x 14 4 in height x width x length Communications Interface l USB OTG to computer 2 USB A to Keyboard printer barcode scanner RFI Compliance FCC Class A Commercial IEC or equivalent Safety Compliance UL CSA IEC or equivalent Standard Accessories Calibrated Instrument White Tile Black Glass Green Diagnostic Tile Universal AC adaptor computer interface cable USB flash drive User s Manual Certificate of Traceability Conditions of Illumination and Viewing Light Source Lamp Life gt million flashes 45 0 Illumination Circumferential using a cylindrical mirror Detection 2 channel polychromator with 256 element scanned array half for sample channel half for monitor Port View Diameter 31 8 mm 1 25 in 25 4 mm 1 0 in 44 Specifications CFEZ User s Manual Version 1 1 Instrument Performance Citrus Scores Spectral Data Range 400 700 nm Reporting Interval nm 10 nm Bandwidth at Half heigh Photometric Range 0 150 reflectance Photometric Resolution 0 01 reflectance Measurement Speed at 23 C Measurement Storage Capacity 2000 readings 250 product setups Specifications 45 CFEZ User s Manual Version 1 1 Regulatory Notice DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY according to ISO IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer s Name Hunter Associates Laboratory Inc Manufacturer s Address 11491 Sunset Hills Road Reston Virginia U S
12. Choose orange juice samples that are representative and examine the sample to avoid biased results If the sampling procedure is adequate a different sample selected from the same batch should result in comparable measured values 2 Prepare samples in exactly the same manner each time they are measured Stir the juice so that it 1s homogeneous but do not introduce additional air into the sample Measuring Citrus 15 CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 3 Present the samples to the instrument in a standard repeatable manner Results obtained depend on the condition of the samples and their presentation Establish a method so that the same procedure is used each time specific samples or types of samples are measured In this way a valid basis for comparison of measured results will be obtained This also ensures repeatability of results when measuring the same sample again Make a check list so that operators may simply check each step The check list will also help in the training of new operators 4 Follow the prompts to read the samples Any measurements made in this setup will be adjusted to match the reference instrument Reading Individual Samples Complete the following steps to take Er single readings of citrus products using the ColorFlex EZ 1 From the Main Menu press the DOWN arrow key until the product setup screen is reached Press GO to select a setup 16 Measuring Citrus CFEZ Cit
13. ColorFlex EZ Citrus for Color Measurement of Citrus Products User s Manual runter ab Hunter Associates Laboratory 11491 Sunset Hills Road Reston Virginia 20190 USA www hunterlab com Firmware Version v1 00and Above Manual Version 1 0 A60 1014 591 October 2013 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Copyrights and Trademarks This documentation contains proprietary information of Hunter Associates Laboratory Inc Its reproduction in whole or in part without the express written consent of Hunter Associates Laboratory Inc 1s prohibited EasyMatch is a registered trademark of Hunter Associates Laboratory Inc ColorFlex EZ is a registered trademark of Hunter Associates Laboratory Inc Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Table of Contents INTRODUCTION TO THE COLORFLEX EZ SYSTEM 1 PRECOSS ONES io aoas en ias a aas a a SEa 1 Options and Sample Devices eese eere 3 Spare O 5tandatulc ee mE NE d 3 BEL OF 6D SIAC ALS dacccceadidueonto tte trita toast ia uh 3 External Printer ea inte eu I ba tui tms 4 Eer 86721 en M REN 4 Bar CodeS AANE te ses asec ttn vitas der diesen edid Duda Mates eode 5 Easy Match OC Software s oin lo ates dede o oae 5 EriStallatIOH 5n eek 6 The Basics of ColorFlex EZ Operation e eere 7 The Button Pad and LC
14. D Display esses 8 Menus abd PYOmpisesiu uec e E Rue MEUM 8 Terminology Used 9 Product SLAIN AEC os denessotie eroe dete Pee te hada boas 9 SAD ee era 9 dioere e A Stem eae 9 MEASURING CITRUS see 11 Standardi za on senken 11 Standardization Process eese ettet 12 Product Setups a2 2a 14 Sample Preparation and Presentation es 15 Reading Individual Samples eere 16 Using a Hitch to the Citrus OJA Standards 19 Working with Saved Readings eee 21 iii CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Delete AIL Readiness y in un 21 Print All Readings A aussen 22 View Saved Readings P auget opos eo e ECHO bocas 22 Filter by StU P aper 23 Ssav nz to Patalo g nn tete i Rei v biete eie 23 Setup Maiblenatice oo eei y eS Ipso NE EI E Ute IEEE 24 Reset ATP Setups an ar tbe acu tcm pre ram ethan es 24 Pont All Se tips acie HUNE MSIE 24 Prnt One SeU pI Asan a a 25 Clone SCT SP nassen 25 GLOBAL OPTIONS amp SETUPS antenne ee 27 Lanpe abse iioi RENNEN 28 Display Setinss ya rail 29 Setups Locked aaa 31 AM OSIVA He 31 Standardization Interval un an 31 Anto Sear i iecore oe bv E ads 32 Date Die eee is aer EHI OR Es a ert EI IS 33 MAINTAINING amp TESTING COLORFLEX EZ 35 Cleaning the ColorFlex EZ reo o Ie ee ERE E SS
15. The specification is that dE must be less than or equal to 0 05 for the instrument to pass the test Press PRINT to print the result 1f a printer is connected to the instrument s USB port An example printout is shown Press DIAGS MENU to return to the Diagnostics menu Press Main Menu to exit Diagnostics 38 Maintaining amp Testing Diagnostics Er White Repeatability W White Repeatability PASS 0 02 lt 0 05 White Tile Repeatability 2008 06 19 08 06 ge 0 03 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Green Tile Check gt The first Green Tile Check allows the user to compare the values in the ColorFlex EZ s memory to the values on the back of the Diagnostic Green tile The purpose of this test is to verify long term repeatability of the instrument in measuring color If the values match press the GO button to continue If the values in the instrument s memory require revision change the highlighted digit of the selected color scale value using the UP and DOWN arrow buttons When the desired digit is shown press NEXT to move to the next digit When all digits are as desired press GO to continue Press BACK to cancel the test The user is then prompted through a normal standardization for the instrument When standardization 1s complete the user 1s then prompted to place the Diagnostic Green tile at the sample port and to press the GO button One reading of the Diagnostic Green tile is
16. crease the time that must elapse in minutes after the last button press before the ColorFlex EZ s LCD automatically turns itself off Press the LEFT arrow button to decrease that time Values between 1 and 4 minutes may be selected in increments of 1 When the display turns off it may no longer be read but the press of any button on the button pad causes the display to turn back on Global Options amp Setups Display Settings SCREEN ANGLE 0 BACKLIGHT 8 DISPLAY DIM 5 5 DISPLAY OFF m Me Display Settings SCREEN ANGLE 0 BACKLIGHT 8 CONTRAST 5 DISPLAY OFF m Display Settings E SCREEN ANGLE 0 BACKLIGHT 80 CONTRAST 55 ISPLAY DIM s 5 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Press Back GO to return to the Global Options screen Setups Locked le Global options TE LANGUAGE ENGLISH Choose YES to lock the product setups so DISPLAY SETTINGS b that changes cannot be made to them Choose NO to allow changes to the product setups Each press of the RIGHT arrow button toggles between YES and NO AutoSave Choose YES to automatically save each measurement to the instrument s Datalog as it is made Choose NO to save measurements on demand Each press of the RIGHT arrow button toggles between YES and NO Stdz Interval oa qo o0 n 5 5 ANGUAGE ENGLISH Indicate the amount of time that must DISPLAY SETTINGS CNN elapse in hours between standardizations Press the RIGHT arrow b
17. culations on data measured by the ColorFlex EZ including citrus scores stores sample measurements and provides graphical representations of data Measurements may be made and stored in the ColorFlex EZ memory and then uploaded into the software or the ColorFlex EZ may be directly controlled by the software Instructions for EasyMatch QC are provided in its separate User s Manual Introduction 5 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Installation Before operating the ColorFlex EZ the instrument needs to be connected to a power source In addition the instrument may also be connected to a computer or to an optional component such as a printer Instructions are provided below l Unpack the 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 Set the instrument up on the sample clamp port forward stand attached to the instrument at the factory To use the sample clamp pull the spring loaded clamp away from the sample port insert the 1tem to be measured such as the black glass or white instrument standard and gently release the clamp Remove the standard port insert from the sample port and replace it with the orange juice tube holder port plate Orient the port plate so that the opening in the tube holder portion is facing upward Insert th
18. d or USDA calibrated Introduction 3 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 External Printer A13 1014 259 The external ribbon printer connects to the ColorFlex EZ s USB port and prints measurement data or product setup i parameters on request A communications cable to connect the printer to the ColorFlex EZ is provided The printer is automatically detected by the ColorFlex EZ once connected Keyboard A13 1014 294 The optional flexible keyboard connects to the ColorFlex EZ s USB port to allow easy entry of any alphanumeric information such as setup names required The up down left and right arrow keys on the keyboard correspond to the same buttons on the ColorFlex EZ button pad The Enter key on the keyboard emulates the center Go button on the ColorFlex EZ s button pad Numbers and letters may be typed on the keyboard as usual The keyboard is automatically detected by the ColorFlex EZ once connected 4 Introduction CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Bar Code Scanner A13 1014 254 The optional bar code scanner connects to the ColorFlex EZ s USB port to allow scanning of a bar code for the ID tag of a reading after the reading is made The bar code reader is automatically detected by the ColorFlex EZ once connected EasyMatch QC Software with Citrus Option EZMQC CFLX EasyMatch QC 1s a Windows based computer program that performs numerical cal
19. e alignment pin on the tube holder into the small alignment hole at the top of the instrument port When the pin is properly installed into the hole the tube holder should be held firmly in the upright position at the instrument port and should not be allowed to rotate Plug the AC adapter into the jack on the left side back of the ColorFlex EZ Plug the female end of the power cord into the AC Adapter and the male end into a wall outlet Introduction CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 6 Ifthe instrument is to be used connected to a computer printer or other USB device plug the small end of the USB cable into the USB port on the back of the ColorFlex EZ 7 Plug the large flat end of the USB cable into the appropriate USB port on the computer or device If connecting to a computer Windows plug and play feature should automatically find and install the ColorFlex EZ as a device Let it do so until the Found new hardware message disappears Other devices such as the printer bar code reader and keyboard are automatically detected by the ColorFlex EZ 8 Turn the ColorFlex EZ on by pressing the GO button on the button pad The Basics of ColorFlex EZ Operation Commands are given to the ColorFlex EZ using the five buttons on the button pad Instructional prompts and measurements are displayed on the 320 x 240 pixel color liquid crystal display LCD screen When an item is to be measured using the ColorFle
20. ease note that the functions of the buttons also rotate when the screen text rotates 1 e what was previously the up arrow will become the down arrow if the text is flipped upside down Each press of the right arrow button increases the displayed value 180 Backlight Press the right arrow button to increase the brightness of the LCD s backlight or the left arrow button to decrease the brightness Values between 0 and 100 may be selected in increments of 5 Global Options AUTOSAVE NO STDZ INTERVAL Ch OFF ZMAIN MENU l Display Settings 1 BACKLIGHT CONTRAST DISPLAY DIM 5 T DISPLAY OFF m Display Settings 1 SCREEN ANGLE s CONTRAST 50 DISPLAY DIM s 50 DISPLAY OFF m _ 4 Global Options amp Setups 29 30 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Contrast Press the RIGHT arrow button to increase the LCD s contrast or the LEFT arrow button to decrease the contrast Values between 0 and 100 may be selected in increments of 5 Display Dim Press the RIGHT arrow button to increase the time that must elapse in seconds after the last button press before the LCD backlight automatically dims Press the LEFT arrow button to decrease that time Values between 10 and 50 seconds may be selected in increments of 10 When the backlight dims the display may still be read and the press of any button on the button pad causes the backlight to turn back on Display Off Press the RIGHT arrow button to in
21. elete All Readings gt Delete All Saved Readings causes a confirmation message to be shown When GO is pressed all measurements stored in the ColorFlex EZ s memory are erased When complete a confirmation message is shown The Saved Readings menu will be displayed next Measuring Citrus Main Menu TANDARDIZE EAD LOBAL OPTIONS SETUP MAINTENANC ABOUT 4G0 Saved Readings 3 PRINT ALL READINGS gt VIEW SAVED READINGS gt FILTER BY SETUP gt 4MAIN MENU N 21 CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 Print All Readings gt Print All Readings causes all the measurements stored in the ColorFlex EZ s memory to be output to the device such as a computer or printer connected to the ColorFlex EZ s USB port When MAIN MENU complete the Saved Readings menu 1s displayed View Saved Readings gt Saved Readings 1 View Saved Readings allows the user to view and scroll through the readings saved in the ColorFlex EZ s memory The first reading stored in memory which was assigned an ID of 0001 by default will be shown first RR LESUBLEIT Press Print DOWN arrow to output the saved reading currently shown to the device such as a computer or printer connected to the ColorFlex EZ s USB port Press Next RIGHT arrow to move forward to the next saved reading or Prep SETUP 1 065 LEFT arrow to move back to the L 51 42 previous saved reading a 26 27
22. er used to hold sample tubes not included at the measurement port Standards care card gives instructions on how to clean the standards Lens wipes Lens brush AC adapter 12 W 9V ColorFlex EZ User s Guide Utility program CD and Diagnostics diskette EZMQC EasyMatch Quality Control Software with CMR 2913 Option which provides Citrus Scores in EasyMatch QC software that can be used independently of the same Citrus Scores provided in CFEZ Citrus firmware Introduction CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Options and Sample Devices Any or all of the following options and sample devices that apply to the measurement of citrus products may be included HunterLab part numbers are included for your convenience in ordering e Spare OJ4 standard uncalibrated A11 1011 509 also available with USDA calibration for an additional fee e Set of 6 OJ standards OJ1 OJ6 uncalibrated A11 1011 510 also available with USDA calibration for additional fee e External USB printer A13 1014 259 e Keyboard A13 1014 294 e Bar Code Scanner A13 1014 254 e EasyMatch QC software with Citrus Option EZMQC Citrus CFLX Spare OJ4 Standard This option provides a spare uncalibrated or USDA calibrated plastic OJ4 standard for creating a new instrument hitch or checking the current instrument hitch Set of Six OJ Standards This option provides a set of six OJ standards OJ1 through OJ6 purchased either uncalibrate
23. il return shipping instructions are received Returns Repairs A service request order SRO number is required before any items can be returned to HunterLab Contact HunterLab s Order Processing Department to obtain an SRO for damaged or incorrect parts or Technical Support to obtain an SRO to return their instrument for service Do not return any damaged or incorrect items until all shipping instructions are received HunterLab offers complete repair services for all instruments it manufactures Call HunterLab for the service facility nearest to your location If the equipment is not functioning properly contact HunterLab Technical Support for maintenance or repair instructions Many times this on the spot diagnosis is all that is required If repair 1s required the instrument may be returned to a HunterLab service facility For schedule and terms for repairs call HunterLab Technical Support Please read the next section When You Need Assistance prior to contacting HunterLab 50 Instrument Replacement amp Repair CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Customers are responsible for incoming and outgoing freight charges for instrument returned to HunterLab for all repairs including warranty repairs Packing and Shipping Instruments for Repair Please regard the following instructions when packing the instrument to return it to HunterLab for repair Proper packing is crucial Ideally we recommend using the orig
24. inal shipping box If the original packaging box is not available then HunterLab sells replacement shipping boxes for a nominal fee Please also note that purchasing freight insurance does not guarantee a successful damaged shipment claim if the carrier determines the instrument was not packaged properly e All instrument tiles Black Glass power supply power cords and cables for the instrument should be included in the return shipment The repair estimate will be delayed if the instrument tiles are shipped separately later e Cover the measurement port Do not use duct tape Painter s tape is preferred as it will not leave residue on the instrument e ColorFlex EZ carrying cases are not intended as shipping containers Place the instrument inside the carrying case and then place the carrying case into the original packing container Surround the instrument with a minimum of 6 inches of packing material preferably foam around the instrument Styrofoam peanuts should not be used as packing material for instruments as they can suspend items weighing only up to 5 pounds Insure the shipment e Provide an itemized packing list of all contents of the shipment e Contact the HunterLab Service Department for a Service Request Order SRO number Instrument Replacement amp Repair 51 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 e abel the carton s as follows HunterLab Attn SRO 11491 Sunset Hills Road Reston VA 20190 U S
25. lamps fuses batteries and diskettes The warranty is void if the user has made unauthorized repairs performed improper installation or has incorrectly used the instrument Instrument Replacement amp Repair 47 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Shipping Claims All materials are sold F O B from Reston Virginia unless otherwise specified and HunterLab responsibility ends upon delivery to the first carrier All claims for loss or damage must be rendered by the consignee against the carrier within fifteen days of receipt of goods A copy of this notice must also be forwarded to HunterLab within five days of its receipt Breakage or Damage According to the contract terms and conditions of the carrier the responsibility of the shipper ends at the time and place of shipment The carrier then assumes full responsibility Perform the following procedures in the case that the ColorFlex EZ arrives broken or damaged Freight or Express 1 Notify the local shipping carrier 2 Hold the damaged goods with their container and packaging for inspection by the examining agent Do not return any goods to HunterLab prior to inspection by and authorization of the carrier 3 File a claim against the carrier Substantiate this claim with the examining agent s report A certified copy of our invoice is available upon request The original B L 1s attached to our original invoice If the shipment is prepaid write for a receipted transpo
26. layed with the first digit highlighted Modify each digit of the X Y Z values until it matches those of the values with the OJ4 standard Press DONE to return to the Product Setup Screen As an option you can enter STANDARD VIEWS gt Tolerances for product PASS FAIL STANDARD VALUES ho select TOLERANCES from the Product Setup Screen Enter the tolerance values for each parameter If the tolerances are set to 0 00 no tolerance is set Press MAIN MENU to return to the MAIN MENU Choose READ and select the setup to use Select YES and select the Citrus Scores Follow the prompts to read the Sot Nena samples Any measurements made in STANDARDIZE this setup will be adjusted to match PRODUCT SETUP the reference instrument Place the sample at the port in the sample cup Press the GO button to read as before Measuring Citrus CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 Working with Saved Readings Readings stored in the ColorFlex EZ s memory may be viewed printed and deleted To work with saved readings select Saved Readings from the main menu by moving the cursor highlight to its position using the up and down arrow buttons and then pressing the Go button The Saved Readings menu appears Choose the desired function by scrolling using the up and down arrow buttons until it is highlighted and then pressing the right arrow button The various functions perform as described below D
27. lorFlex EZ chapter describes how to clean them Standardization Process Standardization of a ColorFlex EZ is performed as follows 1 Remove the calibration tiles from the standards box Check that the tiles are clean and free of dust and scratches If they are dirty including marked with fingerprints they should be cleaned before proceeding 2 Citrus products are measured in a test tube To standardize the test tube holder is removed from the front of the instrument and replaced by the standard 31 8 mm 1 25 in diameter open port 12 Measuring Citrus CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Select STANDARDIZE from the Main Menu ColorFlex EZ s main menu by Zu moving the cursor highlight to its TINTE position using the UP and DOWN IAGNOSTICS arrow buttons and then pressing the SETUP MAINTENANCE GO button r 460 The Standardization screen appears prompting placement of the shiny side SEMEEN of the Black Glass on the measuring port Check that the sample port is flat against the Black Glass and that the white dot is facing forward towards the operator Press the button GO The ColorFlex EZ reads the glass and sets the instrument bottom of scale When it is finished the screen prompts the user to place the Instrument White tile at the port Replace the Black Glass with the Standardization Instrument White tile which 1s contained in the standards box Check that the tile is flat agai
28. n Tile Check 41 Hitch Standard 21 Illumination 46 Incorrect Shipment 52 Installation 7 Instrument Performance 47 Instrument Repair 49 Instrument Replacement 49 Keyboard 5 Lamp 39 Language 30 LCD Display 9 Lens brush 2 Lens wipes 2 main menu 9 Maintaining ColorFlex EZ 37 Maintaining the Instrument Standards 38 Menus 9 NIST traceable 1 OJ4 standard 4 OJ4 standard tube 2 Operating Conditions 45 Operation 8 Options 4 Orange juice tube holder 2 Packing instrument 53 Performance 47 Physical Characteristics 46 Preparing samples 17 Presenting samples 17 Print All Readings 24 Print All Setups 26 Print One Setup 27 Printer 5 Problems 49 Product Setup 16 I 2 Index CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Product Standard 10 Prompts 9 Questions 49 Reading 18 Repairs 52 Replacing the Lamp 39 Reset All Setups 26 Returns 52 Sample 10 Sample clamp port forward stand 2 Sample devices 4 Samples Preparing 17 Presenting 17 Selecting 17 Saved Readings 23 Screen angle 31 Selecting samples 17 Set of six OJ standards 4 Set of standards 4 Setup Maintenance 26 Setups Locked 33 Shipment Shortage 51 Shipping Claims 50 Shipping instrument 53 Signal Levels 42 Spare OJ4 standard 4 Specifications 45 Standard 10 Standard port insert 2 Standards 38 Standards care card 2 Stdz Interval 33 Terminology 10 Testing ColorFlex EZ 37 Tile data sheet
29. nst the sample port and the white dot is facing forward towards the operator Measuring Citrus 13 CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 7 Press the button GO The ColorFlex A EZ reads the Instrument White tile and sets the top of scale When it is finished the screen indicates that the instrument has been successfully standardized 8 Press MAIN MENU right arrow to return to the main menu 9 Periodically such as once per week perform the White Tile Repeatability test and Green Color Tile check to ensure that the instrument is operating properly The user should also read the calibrated OJ4 standard on a regular basis and confirm that the instrument hitch is still implemented correctly l Product Setup Product Setup A product setup is a set of operating parameters that define the operation of the system for a specific product The Citrus Scores are stored in the ColorFlex memory when the instrument is configured at the factory For other applications the setups may be modified Up to 250 product setups may be stored in the ColorFlex EZ memory When Reset Setups is chosen from the ColorFlex EZ menu these default setups will be restored 14 Measuring Citrus CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Table 1 Citrus Scores Product Views Views Std Ill Color Scale Index Obs Citrus CR CY CN Other Juices Selectable Selecting Preparing and Presenting Samples 1
30. operly and the tests that may be run to assess performance Cleaning the ColorFlex EZ Clean the outside surfaces of the ColorFlex EZ using a soft cloth Do not spray liquids directly on the instrument Maintaining and Testing 35 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Maintaining the Instrument Standards Before standardizing the ColorFlex EZ each time inspect the Instrument White tile and Black Glass if included for dust and fingerprints Do the same for the Diagnostic Green Tile prior to running the Diagnostic Green Tile test Keep the calibration tiles in the carrying case when not in use Ifa tile is lost or damaged contact HunterLab as described in When You Need Assistance concerning replacement Clean the tiles and Black Glass using a soft nylon bristle brush and a solution of warm water and a laboratory grade detergent such as SPARKLEEN Rinse the tiles in a stream of warm tap water Blot them dry using a clean non optically brightened lint free paper towel 36 Maintaining amp Testing CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 About Your Instrument By selecting ABOUT from the MAIN PRODUCT SETUP MENU the Model number serial number firmware version and lamp flash count are displayed ABOUT 0 0 4G About Your Instrument Replacing the Lamp Node 15 0 LAV a IIILLLLLLLLLLLLLLIL L I I ILLI S N CFEZ0005 Lamp replacement requires a trained Firmware V1 00 11 143X technician Contact the
31. ove to the next data view for this product setup 13 Press RIGHT ARROW to return to the main menu Note Ifa bar code reader is installed scan the bar code now and the ID will appear beneath the color 18 Measuring Citrus CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 Creating a Hitch to the OJ4 Standard The hitch standard is particularly 7 important for the ColorFlex Citrus because the first setup Citrus Scores hitches the instrument to the assigned values of the OJ4 Standard Product Setup 1 At the factory the values for the OJ4 standard C 2 have been entered along with the product views If it is necessary to re set the hitch here is the procedure I Product Setup J 1 From the MAIN MENU choose ERES PRODUCT SETUP 2 Select the Citrus Scores Setup by highlighting the selection and pressing GO Aa 3 Make sure that the standard type is set to HITCH the Average is set to OFF then select the VIEWS 4 For Citrus Scores the VIEW is set to AME gt CITRUS COLOR STANDARD HITCH Absolute the Illuminant Observer to C 2 and the scale to X Y Z TOLERANCES gt 5 Return to the Product Setup screen and select Standard Values The Standard Values screen appears Product Setup ZMAIN MENU DAC Measuring Citrus 19 10 11 12 13 14 20 CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 READ the OJ4 Standard and the PEREGRINE gt X Y Z values are disp
32. rtation bill 4 Advise HunterLab regarding replacement Parcel Post Shipment 1 Notify HunterLab at once in writing giving details of the loss or damage This information is required for filing a claim 48 Instrument Replacement amp Repair CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 2 Hold the damaged goods with their container and packaging for possible inspection by postal authorities 3 Advise HunterLab regarding replacement United Parcel Service 1 Contact the local UPS office regarding damage and insurance claims Each UPS office has a different procedure for handling claims 2 Retain the container and packaging 3 Notify HunterLab at once for replacement Shortage Perform the following procedure if the order appears incomplete 1 Check the packing list notations The apparent shortage may be a backordered item and may be marked as an intentional short ship 2 Re inspect the container and packing material particularly to locate smaller items 3 Ascertain that the item was not removed by unauthorized personnel prior to complete unpacking and checking 4 Notify HunterLab immediately of the shortage in writing Incorrect Shipment Perform the following procedure if material received does not correspond with the order Instrument Replacement amp Repair 49 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 1 Notify HunterLab immediately referencing the order number and item 2 Hold incorrect items unt
33. rus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 2 Press the UP or DOWN arrow to select the Citrus Score Setup Press GO to continue Main Menu 3 Select READ from the ColorFlex EZ s main menu Move the cursor highlight to its position using the up and down arrow buttons and then press the GO button 4 When beginning measurements of Citrus products it is an optional but recommended protocol to read the hitched OJ4 standard as a PQ Performance Qualification check If the instrument is still hitched correctly it should read the assigned X Y Z C 2 values closely If not re set the hitch to the OJ4 standard as described in the next chapter 5 To measure a citrus sample pour the sample into an empty tube until it 1s almost full Place the sample in the tube holder 6 Measure the sample by pressing the GO key The result 1s displayed 7 To view the next Citrus score press the UP Arrow 8 Press DOWN arrow to both Save Print reading to the ColorFlex EZ s memory and print the reading if a USB printer is connected Measuring Citrus 17 CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 9 The saved readings counter in the upper left corner of the screen will be incremented to reflect the newly saved reading 10 Remove the sample cup from the sample port and place next sample at the port 11 Press READ to take another reading Main Menu in this product setup STANDARDIZE PRODUCT SETUP 12 Press UP to m
34. sum of the calibration CNBC ESUN 209 data should remain constant unless the Instrument White tile s assigned reflectance is updated or the instrument is serviced A record of the 7 40 Maintaining amp Testing CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 checksum s values should be kept If the value changes for unexplained reasons then the instrument may not function correctly Press DIAGS MENU to return to the Diagnostics menu Press Main Menu to exit Diagnostics Maintaining amp Testing 41 42 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Maintaining amp Testing CFEZ User s Manual Version 1 1 CHAPTER FIVE Specifications The specifications and characteristics of the ColorFlex EZ 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 Operating Conditions Do not leave ColorFlex EZ in an area where temperature or humidity extremes are possible Storage Temperature 3weeks 20 C to 60 C 5 F to 140 F Operating Temperature 10 C to 40 C 50 F to 104 F Performance Temperature 21 28 C 70 82 F Noncondensing Humidity 10 to 90 Power Input 100 240 VAC 0 4A 47 63 Hz Specifications 43 CFEZ User s Manual Version 1 1 Physical Characteristics Dimensions 1
35. the D READ GO button ABOUT 760 The Setup Maintenance menu appears Select the desired command from the menu by moving the cursor highlight to its position using the up and down arrow buttons and then pressing the right arrow button The available commands are described below Reset All Setups gt Reset All Setups first gives a confirmation SAAE message then if GO is selected returns all product setups to their default factory values ZMAIN MENU Print All Setups gt This command outputs the product setup parameters to the USB port for all the product setups 24 Measuring Citrus CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 If the USB cable is connected to a printer the parameters will be printed Ifthe cable is connected to a computer or other device it will be sent to the other location Print One Setup gt Print One Setup provides a screen to select the product setup to print Select the desired setup from the list by moving the cursor highlight to its position using the up and down arrow buttons and then pressing the GO Print button The product setup s parameters are then output through the USB port If the USB cable is connected to a printer the parameters will be printed If the cable is connected to a computer or other device it will be sent there An example printout is shown Clone All Setups gt Clone AII Setups appears in the Setup Maintenance menu only when
36. the main menu screen it can be used to immediately turn the instrument off 8 Introduction CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Terminology Used Throughout this user s guide and within the ColorFlex EZ s firmware several terms will be used repeatedly These terms are defined below Product Standard A product standard or standard is an object that represents the ideal target color for the product This object is the one to which others will be compared and deemed acceptable or unacceptable The product standard may either be a physical item that is measured using the ColorFlex EZ or a set of color values that are entered into the ColorFlex EZ s memory Sample A sample is an object that will be measured with the ColorFlex EZ and compared to the product standard The color of the sample is typically close to the color of the product standard Tolerances Tolerances are limits that indicate how different a sample can be from the product standard and still be acceptable Positive and negative tolerances may be set for each color scale and index parameter chosen for display Then the ColorFlex EZ can show a PASS or FAIL indicator after a sample 1s read Samples that differ from the standard by no more than the entered tolerance are said to PASS Samples that exceed the tolerance for one or more parameter are said to FAIL Introduction 9 10 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Introduction CFEZ
37. tton SM 4G0 The Global Options screen appears Configure each parameter by moving the cursor highlight to its position using the up and down arrow buttons When the desired parameter is highlighted press the left or right arrow button to scroll through the available choices for the parameter When the appropriate choice is displayed stop scrolling More options may then be configured in the same manner When all options are as desired press the lightning bolt Main Menu button to accept the settings and return to the main menu The global options that may be configured are as follows Options G n rales Language PARAM TRES AFFICHAGE gt LOQUAGE DES FORMATSNON ColorFlex EZ can display screens and AUVEGARDE AUTOMATIQUE NTERVALLE D TAL NO prompts in English French German ECHERCHE AUTOMATIQUE Italian Spanish and Simple Chinese ESI LEN MENU 28 Global Options and Setups CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 To scroll through the languages highlight the LANGUAGE and select the RIGHT arrow to change Display Settings gt When Display Settings is highlighted and the right arrow button is pressed a submenu appears In this submenu the user may set the following parameters Screen angle Rotate the text on the ColorFlex EZ screen so that it may be easily read from either side of the instrument 0 keeps the text in its normal position and 180 flips the text upside down Pl
38. two Measuring Citrus Setup Maintenance MAIN MENU 5 Setup Maintenance Ef S ZMAIN MENU 01 SETUP PHYSICAL AVERAGE 1 AUTOSEARCH NO VIEW ABSOLUTE D65 10 L axb Y VIEW SPECTRAL PLOT D65 10 L a b 29 CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 ColorFlex EZs are connected together via the standard ColorFlex EZ USB cable and a Standard A to Mini A adapter When Clone All Setups is chosen on one of the ColorFlex EZs the full set of 250 product setups are sent from the initiating instrument to the second connected instrument This process takes several minutes Press Cancel to stop the setup cloning while it is in progress 26 Measuring Citrus CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 CHAPTER 3 Global Options Global Options allow the user to select the Language for Display the Display settings AutoSearch function Date and Time and more The instrument options and product setups are retained in the ColorFlex EZ s memory even when the instrument is turned off This chapter describes how to configure and maintain the global instrument options Global Options and Setups 27 CFEZ Citrus Color User s Manual Version 1 0 Global Options Global Options is selected from the main r menu by moving the cursor highlight to ea the Global Options position using the BL OE A ILL up and down arrow buttons and then ISTIPNFTVCYESTTT pressing the Go bu
39. utton to increase the 32 Global Options amp Setups CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 number of readings or the LEFT arrow button to decrease the number Values between 2 and 20 may be selected in increments of 1 Press Back the GO button to return to the Global Options screen Date Time gt When Date Time is highlighted and the right arrow button is pressed a submenu appears In this submenu set the current date and time Global Options Refer to the button pad map at the bottom of the screen Press NEXT to move to another Date Time parameter to set Year is set first then YND month then day followed by the hour 2010 04 20 and minutes Seconds may not be set 14 3 4 18 Press UP arrow to increase the value of the current parameter or the DOWN arrow to decrease it Press SET to accept the entered date and time and leave the Date Time screen Press BACK to discard the entered date and time and leave the Date Time screen Global Options amp Setups 33 34 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 Global Options amp Setups CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 CHAPTER FOUR Maintaining and Testing ColorFlex EZ The ColorFlex EZ requires very little maintenance keep the tiles and Black Glass clean and take reasonable precautions to prevent entry of contaminants into the sample port This chapter describes the maintenance necessary to keep the instrument functioning pr
40. utton to increase the number of hours or the LEFT arrow button to decrease the MAIN MENU number Values between 1 and 16 may be selected in increments of 1 Selecting 4 is suggested The choice of OFF is also available disabling prompting for standardization but its use 1s not recommended DATE TIME gt Global Options amp Setups 31 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 AutoSearch gt One of the features of the ColorFlex EZ is that it automatically finds the closest GEBEN physical numeric or hitch standard i i stored in the instrument s memory to a IDZ INTERVAL h OF sample read When AutoSearch is highlighted and the right arrow button is pressed a submenu MAIN MENU appears From this submenu the following parameters can be set e Color Diff If the user does not wish s EHEH to use the AutoSearch feature set this parameter to To use this feature select the color difference index for sample standard comparison The choices are dE dE and dEcmc This index and the illuminant observer set in each product setup searched will be used for the comparison Each press of the RIGHT arrow button changes the color difference index to the next one available e Average If the user does not wish to Autosearch average measurements used in COLOR DIFF autosearching set this parameter to OFF To use this feature select the number of readings to average Press the RIGHT arrow b
41. x EZ the area of interest 1s placed flush at the sample port with the side of the sample to be measured toward the instrument The sample must completely cover the sample port When the read command is given using the button pad the xenon flash lamp illuminates the sample and the light reflected back to the detector by the sample 1s evaluated The calculated measurement is then shown on the LCD Introduction 7 CFEZ Citrus User s Manual Version 1 0 The Button Pad and LCD Display The five buttons on the button pad can be HunterLab loosely defined as the LEFT RIGHT UP and DOWN buttons with the GO lightning bolt button located to the right of the arrows These buttons perform slightly different functions based on the current operation Consult the miniature map of the button pad shown at the bottom of the LCD display for the relevant definitions of the buttons at any particular time Across the top of each measurement screen are numbers indicating left to right the Datalog number for this reading if it was saved to the ColorFlex EZ s memory and the number of hours and minutes since the instrument was last standardized Menus and Prompts All ColorFlex EZ functions may be accessed through its MAIN MENU The MAIN MENU commands lead to prompts based on the function requested Choose RETURN to go back to the last screen used before the instrument shut down When OFF is shown as an available button command on
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