HunterLab LabScan XE User Manual
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4. turn it with the port down and then insert the vertical support of the stand into the mounting port in the LabScan XE until it stops Release the clamp arm trigger to raise or lower the clamp arm on the stand to a position where samples can be held firmly at the sample port using the spring action of the sample clamp Clamp arm release trigger Spring loaded sample clamp Adjustable clamp arm Port down stand Foot Switch Assembly Pressing the foot switch performs the same function as the macro switch on the front of the sensor Install the foot switch by plugging it into the round connector on the back of the instrument Skein Holder 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 01 03 Introduction to Your LabScan XE System 2 7 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com sides of the skein holder Place the skein holder at the sample port and back it with the sample clamp or a white backing tile to provide a consistent background and pressure Make several measurements of the skein rotating the holder 90 between measurements and averaging the readings for the final result Compression Cell Set This device is used for compressing fibers into a compact mass that permits repeatable color
5. contact HunterLab Tehcnical Support for maintenance or repair instructions Many times this on the spot diagnosis is all that is required If repair is required HunterLab offers two means of servicing The instrument may be returned to a HunterLab service facility for repair or a HunterLab Service Department technician can come to your location to perform on site repair For schedule and terms for on site repairs by trained service technicians call HunterLab Technical Support Please read When You Need Assistance on the next page prior to contacting HunterLab The customer is responsible for incoming and outgoing freight charges for instruments being returned to HunterLab for all repairs including warranty repairs 8 4 Instrument Replacement Repair Problems and Questions 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com When You Need Assistance When you have a problem with an instrument or software or need technical advice concerning a specific application you may contact HunterLab for assistance In order to help us help you please have the following information available prior to telephoning HunterLab 1 The type of sensor you need assistance with LabScan XE 2 The serial number of the instrument usually found on a tag on the back or bottom of the sensor 3 The type of software you use to access the sensor output the version of the software the operatin
6. www artisantg com Sample Cup Port Plate This port insert is specially designed to accommodate the 2 5 inch 64 mm glass sample cup and to hold it in the proper position at the sample port Remove the standard port insert by twisting it until it pops up Replace it with the sample cup port plate 2 5 inch Glass Sample Cup The sample cup is ideal for the analysis of powders granules pellets and translucent samples Fill the cup with sample and situate it in the special port insert sold separately at the sample port The sample will be measured through the glass bottom of the sample cup Sample Cup Opaque Cover The opaque cover option provides a light trap to exclude the interference of external light on a sample contained in the 2 5 inch sample cup It is placed over the filled cup at the sample port Ring and Disk Set The ring and disk set is a plastic ring and ceramic disk designed for use inside the 2 5 inch glass sample cup sold separately The ring and disk set are provided for use when measuring translucent liquids transparent liquids and semi solids to exclude external light and provide a consistent white background 01 03 Introduction to Your LabScan XE System 2 11 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com and sample path length Place the ring inside the sample cup and fill the cup with the sample to a level above the ring Then place th
7. Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Measurement Mod 6 4 Instrument PerfoTIBANCEL KGG EPe abba sk ErE UAR RET Er kd e XREAHEY KANYAN 6 5 R p latory NOU uina YE M M IY E RA RN 6 6 COLOR MEASUREMENT NOTES ga sasama AG 7 1 Selecting Preparing and Presenting SampleS moooconoonccnnncconnoccnnnnccnnncccnnoccconoccconoccconoccconos 7 1 More on Sample Presentation to the Instrument oomoccsocsmsss 7 2 INSTRUMENT REPLACEMENT REPAIR PROBLEMS AND QUESTIONS A 8 1 hari Fe Lanse 8 1 Shipping CS e 8 2 Breakace or D mage Me 8 2 A 8 2 Incorrect Spee 8 3 RUNG coma 8 4 When You Need Assistance ici 8 5 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Chapter One How the User s Manual is Organized Welcome to the LabScan XE User s Manual Take some time now to read through the manual before you begin using the instrument The User s Manual is divided into the following chapters e Introduction to your LabScan XE System e Installation e Standardization e Maintenance and Testing e Specifications e Color Measurement Notes e Instrument Replacement Repair Problems and Questions The Introduction chapter describes the instrument its features and the accessories and options that may accompany the ins
8. and Trademarks This documentation contains proprietary information of Hunter Associates Laboratory Inc Its reproduction in whole or in part without express written consent of Hunter Associates Laboratory Inc is prohibited IBM IBM PC and PC DOS are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation MS DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Any references to IBM Compatible Equipment may include trademarks of specific trademark holder s Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com rtisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Safety Notes For your safety when using your color measurement equipment you should pay particular attention to the following types of statements in this User s Manual Fach description is shown in its representative typeface Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com rtisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Table of Contents HOW THE USER S MANUAL IS ORGANIZED eee eere ee eene neenon 1 1 INTRODUCTION TO YOUR LABSCAN XE SYSTEM e eeeeeeee 2 1 LabScan XE Features T 2 1 Indicios 2 1 The Macro BUON AA AA E TN 2 2 PROCES yp nG
9. being changed such as for replacement of the cord or if changing the plug 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 The ground connection is pin 5 on DB 9 connectors and pin 7 on DB 25 connectors Voltages in excess of 5VAC at 110V input power or in excess of 10VAC at 220V input power may indicate a difference in ground wiring and can damage the instrument and or the computer Check the wiring and take other steps as needed to reduce this difference before connecting the communications cable You may also use a data optoisolator 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Specifications 6 3 Conditions of Illumination and Viewing Illumination Pulsed xenon lamp with 1 billion flashes minimum Diameter of opening in port plate 2 00 inch 50 mm standard 1 20 inch 30 mm optional 0 70 inch 17 mm optional 0 40 inch 10 mm optional 0 20 inch 5 mm optional Diameter of illuminated area 1 75 inch 44 mm standard 1 00 inch 25 mm optional 0 50 inch 13 mm optional 0 25 inch 6 mm optional 0 13
10. full responsibility Perform the following procedures if your instrument arrives broken or damaged Freight or Express 1 Notify your local 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 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 is attached to our original invoice If the shipment is prepaid write for a receipted transportation 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 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 your local UPS office regarding damage and insurance claim Each UPS office has a different method of handling these occurrences and yours will advise you of its procedures 2 Retain the container and packaging 3 Notify HunterLab at once for replacement Shortage Perform the following procedure if your order appears to be missing items 1 Check the packing list notations The apparent shortage may be a back ordered item and may be marked as a
11. inch 3 mm optional Average angle 0 to the specimen normal Viewing Average angle 45 from normal via fiber optic ring circumferential Receptor System 15 station fiber optic ring Measurement Mode Reflectance Specular Excluded 6 4 Specifications Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 01 03 Instrument Performance Wavelength Range 400 700 nm Wavelength Interval 10 nm Bandpass 10 nm equivalent triangular Photometric Range 0 to 150 01 03 Specifications Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Regulatory Notice A copy of the Declaration of Conformity according to ISO IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 follows on the next page This document applies only to voltage levels of 220V 240V 6 6 Specifications 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 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 A 20190 Declares that the Product Product Name LabScan XE Model LSXE 2 LSXE VSI 2 Conforms to the following Product Specifications Safety EN 61010 1 1993 EMC EN55011 1991 EN50082 1 1992 Supplementary Information This product
12. software EasyMatch Textiles also has full color formulation and correction capabilities for textiles Instructions for using the EasyMatch Textiles software are provided in its separate User s Manual 2 12 Introduction to Your LabScan XE System 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Chapter Three Installation The following instructions guide you through the initial installation of your LabScan XE 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 Place the instrument on a flat working surface where the measurements will be made Place the computer in close proximity to the sensor Ensure that the on off switch on the back of the sensor is set to off Connect the power cord to the sensor and plug it into a power outlet 5 Connect the female end of the 9 pin communications cable to the computer Connect the male end of the 9 pin cable to the sensor 6 Remove the tape covering the sample port of the instrument 7 Place the standard 2 inch port plate at the sample port and snap it into place Cover the sample port with a spare tile or the sample clamp to prevent dust from accumulating inside the instrument Do so whenever the instrument is n
13. your display must match those on the green tile The green tile reading should vary by no more than 0 15 XYZ units from the values given on the tile If your reading is out of this specification first clean the standard tiles Then standardize and measure the green tile again If the reading still does not meet this specification contact HunterLab Technical Support for assistance Please read When You Need Assistance prior to contacting HunterLab 5 2 Maintenance and Testing 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Maintaining the Instrument Standards It is important that the standards be treated with extreme care When a standard is used center it carefully at the reflectance port Never use a calibrated standard to back samples being measured The sample clamp or a white uncalibrated tile should be used as a backing When not using the standards keep them in the standards case Inspect the standards for dust and fingerprints before standardizing the LabScan XE The white and green tiles and black glass can be cleaned using a soft nylon bristle brush warm water and a laboratory grade detergent such as SPARKLEEN Wipe the tiles dry using a clean non optically brightened lint free paper towel The fluorescent standard used with the UV control option must be cleaned as well This Spectralon standard may be air brushed with a jet of clean dry air or nitroge
14. Do not move or remove the tile for the remainder of the test 5 Read the white tile as a standard 6 Configure the timed read feature if available to automatically make 20 more measurements with a read interval of 7 seconds and then initiate reading of the tile as a sample If a timed read feature is not present simply make 20 more measurements approximately 7 seconds apart 7 When all measurements are complete examine the DE values The instrument passes the repeatability test as long as no value in the DE column is greater than 0 09 Contact HunterLab Technical Support as described in When You Need Assistance if the instrument fails the repeatability test 01 03 Maintenance and Testing 5 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Running the Green Tile Test The green tile is not used during the standardization process Instead the green tile is used to verify the long term performance of your instrument Read the green tile once a week and keep records of the readings You may want to create a color data view and trend plot specifically for display of green tile data You can then recall and display all green tile readings periodically and see any trends that develop over time The LabScan XE should be in its standard configuration with the 2 inch port plate installed and the UV filter nominal when these readings are made The illuminant and observer used in
15. a sample such as fabric that is translucent the sample should be folded into multiple layers to make it appear more opaque Other materials such as liquids or semi solids might be read through the glass of a sample cup which presents a flat surface to the instrument Examples of ways to measure several types of samples are given below Directional Samples Directionality can be minimized by averaging several measurements with rotation of the sample between readings Examination of the standard deviation displayed with the averaging function can guide you in selecting the appropriate number of readings to average Non opaque Samples Non opaque samples must have a consistent backing A white uncalibrated tile or sample clamp is recommended If the sample is such that it can be folded to give multiple layers such as tissue or lace the number of layers used for each measurement should be noted Translucent samples should be measured with a larger port opening than illumination area if VSI was purchased to allow light to escape Light trapped in the sample can distort the color The LabScan XE measuring fabric Fluorescing Samples For some applications the elimination of fluorescence from a measurement is important Fluorescence is caused by ultraviolet UV excitation of the sample where a material absorbs nonvisible wavelengths of energy and re emits the energy as light in the visible spectrum Since UV light is part of the normal s
16. ample illumination measurements may include UV excitation To eliminate fluorescence from the measurement place the UV filter if purchased over the sample port or use the UV control feature 7 2 Color Measurement Notes 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com LabScan XE measuring plastic pellets using the 2 5 inch glass sample cup 01 03 Color Measurement Notes Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 7 3 7 4 Color Measurement Notes Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 01 03 Chapter Eight Instrument Replacement Repair Problems and Questions The following HunterLab policies are described in this chapter e Warranty e Claims e Returns Service e Technical Assistance Warranty HunterLab warrants that all instruments it manufactures will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service Our obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing any defective parts which our examination discloses 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 The printer and IBM compatible computer are covere
17. analysis The assembly consists of a port insert glass 2 5 inch 64 mm sample cup and compression cell It requires plastic tubing compressed air line and a pressure gauge To operate the compression cell assembly 1 Remove the original port insert and replace it with the counter bored port insert supplied with the compression cell set 2 Standardize the instrument d Place the sample material into the sample cup and place the cup in the cup holder on the bottom half of the compression cell 4 Place the compression arm over the cup holder and twist the arm counter clockwise until it locks into the detents The red lever on the arm should be pointing down 5 Supply clean filtered compressed air to the compression cell through the 1 8 NPT air fitting at the top of the arm The maximum air pressure to be used is 50 psi 2 8 Introduction to Your LabScan XE System 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 6 Carefully move the red lever up until the plunger pushes the sample material firmly against the bottom of the sample cup de Place the lip on the bottom of the compression cell into the counter bored port insert and proceed with sample measurements 8 Remove the compression cell from the instrument and press the red lever down to retract the plunger 9 Open the compression cell remove the sample cup and continue with the measurement of additional
18. d under this warranty for a period of ninety days HunterLab warranty does not cover expendable items such as lamps fuses batteries diskettes etc The warranty is void if the user has made unauthorized repairs performed improper installation or has incorrectly used the instrument An instrument registration card is shipped with major pieces of HunterLab equipment It is important that you return this card promptly upon receipt of equipment The registration card is kept on file with the HunterLab Service Department with complete information on the exact equipment purchased Questions concerning operation maintenance or repair of your equipment directed to the Service Department can then be knowledgeably handled 01 03 Instrument Replacement Repair Problems and Questions 8 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 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
19. different instruments Transfer standards marked with known values are used to set the correct illumination conditions These standards are stable Spectralon traceable to a four step cotton white scale from Hohensteiner Institute in Germany Their use keeps illumination constant as a lamp ages or after a lamp change Retroviewer The retroviewer consists of five lamps a motorized mirror and a retroscope It is used to accurately position specimens at the sample port prior to measurement When the retroviewer is turned on by pressing the retroviewer button the mirror is inserted into the optical path and the lamps are turned on to illuminate the specimen which can be viewed through the retroscope Focus the retroscope by grasping and turning it gently When the retroscope is screwed all the way in clockwise the position is set for a 1 75 inch area The area of the sample seen in the scope is what will be measured The lamps are then turned off and the mirror automatically retracted prior to taking the measurement The retroviewer has two modes of operation 01 03 Introduction to Your LabScan XE System 2 5 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com l The lamp stays on between readings pA The lamp remains off after each reading Select the desired mode of operation using the retroviewer button as follows 1 Lamp Stay On Mode Press and hold the retroviewer button until th
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21. e In Progress light stops flashing To turn the lamp off press and immediately release the retroviewer button three times in a row 2 Lamp Stay Off Mode Press and immediately release the retroviewer button The lamp will automatically turn itself off when you take a reading Sample Clamp A spring loaded sample clamp is available to hold samples securely at the sample port when you are measuring with the instrument in the port forward configuration To install the clamp insert the horizontal clamp arm support into the mounting port in the instrument case until it stops The clamp is easily positioned and removed using the front button to raise and lower the clamp arm and the back button to move the clamp arm in and out Two clamp disks are provided as sample backings white for most measurements and black for when opacity measurements are being made To install a different disk simply pop out the current disk and insert the second disk The disks are held in place on the clamp using magnets Spring loaded sample clamp Clamp disk 4 Clamp arm Button to move clamp arm in and out Clamp arm support Button to raise and lower the clamp arm 2 6 Introduction to Your LabScan XE System 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Sensor Port Down Stand The sensor stand permits port down mounting of the sensor To install the instrument onto the stand
22. e ceramic disk on top of the sample until it rests on top of the ring with the white portion facing the sample If desired cover the entire assembly with the opaque cover sold separately Measure the sample at the sample port through the glass bottom of the sample cup with the instrument in the port up orientation Universal Software Universal Software is a Windows based computer program that performs numerical calculations on data measured by the LabScan XE stores sample measurements and provides graphical representations of data The LabScan XE may be directly controlled by the software Instructions for using Universal Software are provided in its separate User s Manual EasyMatch Coatings Software EasyMatch Coatings Software is a Windows based computer program that performs numerical calculations on data measured by the LabScan XE stores sample measurements and provides graphical representations of data The LabScan XE may be directly controlled by the software EasyMatch Coatings also has full color formulation and correction capabilities for coatings Instructions for using the EasyMatch Coatings software are provided in its separate User s Manual EasyMatch Textiles Software EasyMatch Textiles is a 32 bit Windows program that performs numerical calculations on data measured by the LabScan XE stores sample measurements and provides graphical representations of data The LabScan XE may be directly controlled by the
23. e standards case e White calibrated tile placed at the reflectance port during standardization e Black glass placed at the reflectance port during standardization e Green tile used to check instrument performance e Tile data sheet Gives calibration information for the standard tiles e Non slip pad for the sample clamp can be placed into the sample clamp as a replacement for the white disk for applications that require a non slip or dark backing e Lens brush e Fuses Two fuses are provided as spares e Standards care card gives instructions on how to clean the standards e Certificate of traceability for the calibrated white tile e Diagnostics software CD 01 03 Introduction to Your LabScan XE System 2 3 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Options and Sample Devices There are many options and devices available for positioning samples at the measurement port of the LabScan XE and for making the instrument easier to use Any or all of the following options and sample devices may be included with your LabScan XE HunterLab part numbers are included for your convenience in ordering e Automated variable sample illumination Option must be purchased with the instrument e Automated UV control Option must be purchased with the instrument e Retroviewer Option must be purchased with the instrument e Sample clamp HL D02 1009 200 e Sensor por
24. g system and the brand and type of computer 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 diagnostics 7 The type of product being measured 8 Operating environmental conditions under which the instrument is normally used such as 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 you have previously discussed the problem The general number for HunterLab is 703 471 6870 To place an order for prices on instruments software or replacement parts or to return damaged or incorrect parts ask for the ORDER PROCESSING DEPARTMENT For applications 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 is 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
25. herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and carries the CE marking accordingly 1 This product was tested using an IBM compatible computer European Contact Your local Hunter Associates Laboratory representative or Hayden Williams Suite 6 Canonbury House Canonbury Shrewsbury United Kingdom SY3 7AH Tel 011 44 1743 344090 01 03 Specifications 6 7 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 6 8 Specifications Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 08 01 Chapter Seven Color Measurement Notes The LabScan XE can be used to measure the color of a variety of products Its 02 45 geometry sees color the way the human eye sees color its circumferential viewing reduces the effect of sample directionality by detecting the light evenly from the entire measured surface and its specular excluded mode takes into account the entire appearance of samples including the color component and the geometric component gloss and texture When measuring samples it is important to select them appropriately use an established measurement method and handle all samples in a consistent manner The following guidelines will help you while taking measurements Selecting Preparing and Presenting Samples 1 Choose samples that are re
26. ipment is connected to the same power line a transient power surge may be produced when the other equipment is turned on If this happens restandardize the instrument before making measurements HunterLab recommends using a line conditioner with a minimum 600 VA rating and a battery back up system Physical Characteristics Length 14 5 inches 36 9 cm Width 7 5 inches 19 1 cm Height 12 0 inches 30 5 cm Weight 23 Ibs 10 4 kg Computer system Depends upon system purchased Refer to manufacturer s documentation for information 01 03 Specifications 6 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Environmental Requirements 6 2 Operating temperature 10 40 C 50 104 F Storage temperature 21 66 C 5 150 F Operating humidity relative non condensing Specifications Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 10 90 01 03 Power Required Voltage 100 240 VAC 47 63 Hz Single Phase 180 VA maximum Fuse 1 4A SB Installation Category Over Voltage IL Power Cord Wire Color Code Instrument Computer Ground Potential Check Color Definition 220V Cord Brown LINE Blue NEUTRAL Green Y ellow SAFETY 110V Cord Black LINE White NEUTRAL Green SAFETY Perform this check if the power cord wiring is
27. lected light is collected by a 15 station fiber optic ring For maximum stability the instrument is automatically standardized to an internal reference tile whenever measurements are made The picture below shows the instrument in the port up configuration Port plate Indicator lights Macro button Sample measurement port Retroviewer button In progress light Retroviewer optional LabScan XE Features The LabScan XE possesses the following default features Indicator Lights The LabScan XE s indicator light feature lets you know what mode of standardization is currently in use There is also an In progress light next to the indicator lights that flashes when a reading is in progress or a motor is in motion 01 03 Introduction to Your LabScan XE System 2 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com b Vd y The lights shown here are L R Power on Small area view in use UV completely excluded and In progress The Macro Button The macro button also known as the Sensor button can be used to perform any command or macro assigned to it through the operational software 2 2 Introduction to Your LabScan XE System 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Accessories The following accessories are provided with the LabScan XE system and can be found in th
28. n NOT FREON If air brushing is insufficient sand the standard under running water with 220 240 grit waterproof emery cloth until water immediately beads and runs off the surface Then blow the standard dry with clean air or nitrogen 01 03 Maintenance and Testing 5 3 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Cleaning the LabScan XE The LabScan XE is NOT waterproof but you may wipe the exterior of the case with a damp cloth Also remove the port plate and clean the glass underneath with the included lens brush or with a small amount of soapy water on a lint free cloth or towel 5 4 Maintenance and Testing 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Chapter Six Specifications The specifications and characteristics of your instrument are given in this section For best performance your instrument should be placed where there is ample work space with medium or subdued illumination and no drafts For optimum results a clean air conditioned area is recommended with a relative noncondensing humidity of 20 80 10 90 for sensor only and relatively constant temperature not exceeding 90 F 32 C 104 F 40 C for sensor only For specification performance the recommended temperature range is 70 82 F 21 28 C The instrument should be connected to a stable instrument grade power line If other equ
29. n intentional short ship 8 2 Instrument Replacement Repair Problems and Questions 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 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 your order 1 Notify HunterLab immediately referencing order number and item 2 Hold incorrect items until return shipping instructions are received 01 03 Instrument Replacement Repair Problems and Questions 8 3 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Returns A return materials authorization RMA number is required before any items can be returned to HunterLab Contact HunterLab s Order Processing Department to obtain an RMA for damaged or incorrect parts or Technical Support to obtain an RMA to return an instrument for service Do not return any damaged or incorrect items to HunterLab until all shipping instructions are received HunterLab offers complete repair service for all instruments it manufactures Call HunterLab for the service facility nearest your location If your equipment is not functioning properly
30. onmental changes such as a temperature shift You should also 01 03 Standardization 4 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com standardize after changing the orientation of the sensor such as from port up to port forward After standardization you may proceed with sample measurement 4 2 Standardization 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Chapter Five Maintenance and Testing The LabScan XE is engineered to be virtually maintenance free There are no fans with air filters to change and the lamp is unlikely to need replacement over the normal expected instrument life This chapter outlines the few parts of the sensor you must maintain in order for the instrument to function properly and tests that you may run to assess its performance Running the Repeatability Test You may test the repeatability of your LabScan XE as follows 1 Turn the LabScan XE on and allow it to warm it up for two hours Meanwhile clean the black glass and white tile and allow the tiles to return to room temperature 2 Insert the 2 inch port plate and standardize the instrument for the 1 75 inch area of view with UV filter nominal Use the default 5 flashes per measurement 3 Configure your color data display to show DE using D65 10 4 Center the instrument s white standard tile at the measurement port
31. ot in use 8 Turn on the sensor by switching the on off button on the back of the sensor to the on position 01 03 Installation 3 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Connector for communications Power cord cable connector Jack for foot On off switch switch 3 2 Installation 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Chapter Four Standardization The LabScan XE must be standardized on a regular basis to keep it operating properly Standardization sets the top and bottom of the scale for the neutral axis During standardization the bottom of the scale is set first For this you simulate the case where all the light is absorbed by the sample This is done by placing the black glass at the reflectance port Standardizing on the black glass The top of scale is then set by scaling the light which is reflected to a calibrated standard This is done using a calibrated white tile The internal secondary white tile is also read at this time Software prompts may guide you through the standardization procedure Standardizing on the white tile It is recommended that the instrument be standardized at least once every eight hours Also standardize the instrument or recall a stored standardization whenever the hardware changes such as the placement of the UV filter or with envir
32. presentative of the material used If samples are non representative of the batch or are spoiled damaged or irregular then the result may be biased When choosing a sample select randomly and examine the sample to avoid biased results If your 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 Follow standard methods if they exist such as ASTM or TAPPI methods 3 Present the samples to the instrument in a standard repeatable manner Results measured depend on the condition of the samples and their presentation If you establish a method so that the same procedure is used each time specific samples or types of samples are measured then you will have a valid basis or comparison of measured results This also ensures repeatability of results when measuring the same sample Make a checklist so that operators may simply check each step The checklist will also help in the training of new operators 01 03 Color Measurement Notes 7 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com More on Sample Presentation to the Instrument There are a variety of techniques that can be used in handling various forms of objects and materials so that the most valid and repeatable measurement of their appearance results For example when measuring the color of
33. ption for optimum results The port insert autodetection feature does not apply to this port insert Sample Cup Set for Translucent Liquids This set provides a device for holding powders pellets granules and translucent liquids at the sample port It includes a 2 5 inch 64 mm glass sample cup plastic ring and ceramic disk set special port plate insert and sample cup cover The ring and disk set are provided for translucent liquids transparent liquids and semi solids where the path length is related to color concentration and must be fixed First the sample cup port plate should be installed to hold the sample cup in the proper position Place the ring inside the sample cup and fill the cup with sample to a level above the ring Then place the ceramic disk on top of the sample until it rests on top of the ring with the white portion facing the sample Cover with the sample cup cover to exclude external light Measure the sample at the sample port through the glass bottom of the sample cup with the instrument in the port up orientation Use of the VSI option is recommended for translucent products so that an illuminated area smaller than the port size may be used Sample cup cover a Sample cup port plate Glass sample cup lH Plastic ring ip q Wg Ceramic disk 2 10 Introduction to Your LabScan XE System 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE
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35. samples Port Inserts Special port plate inserts with various sized openings are available for use with samples of differing sizes Some inserts are also available with glass covers to protect the inside of the instrument from sample and airborne particles To install a port insert 1 Remove the standard port insert by twisting it until it pops up Replace it with the desired port insert Make sure that the flat portion of the insert is facing outward with the magnetized portion toward the interior of the sensor The white line should face the front of the sensor 01 03 Introduction to Your LabScan XE System 2 9 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 2 Standardize the instrument Any change in port size must be followed by standardization on both the black glass and the white tile If you have the VSI option be sure to select the correct area of view in your software When using a glass port insert standardize the instrument with the glass in place However you should check measurements of the green and white tile and perform any other diagnostics without the glass insert Difference measurements using a glass port insert will be more accurate than absolute measurements Port Insert for Capsules This port insert has a 19 mm x 6 mm oblong opening and is designed for measuring elongated samples such as capsules This option requires use of the 1 4 inch VSI o
36. t down stand HL D02 1009 350 e Foot switch assembly HL D02 1010 327 e Skein holder HL 02 7396 00 e Compression cell set HL LSXE COMP e Port inserts Various part numbers e Port insert for capsules HL 04 7135 00 e Sample cup set for translucent liquids HL LSXE SC ASSY e Sample cup port plate HL A04 1010 316 e 2 5 inch glass sample cup HL 04 7209 00 e Sample cup opaque cover HL 04 4000 00 e Ring and disk set HL 02 4579 00 e Universal Software HL UND e EasyMatch Coatings Software HL EZ C e EasyMatch Textiles Software HL EZT Automated Variable Sample Illumination The variable sample illumination VSI option is installed at the factory and consists of an automatic zoom lens and three additional magnetic sample port inserts It provides sample illumination including the 1 75 inch 44 mm area 1 inch 25 mm area 0 50 inch 13 mm area 0 25 inch 6 mm area and the 0 13 inch 3 mm area The illumination spot size should be controlled by your software 2 4 Introduction to Your LabScan XE System 01 03 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com To change the area viewed remove the magnetic sample port insert by twisting it until it pops up Replace it with a port insert that has an opening slightly larger than the illuminated area The white mark should be aligned to the front of the instrument Standardize the instrument The instr
37. t for translucent Ng ASA A ns 2 10 Sample Ce IS A n 2 4 Selecuno samples ta 7 1 Sensor p rt down stand o 2 7 Shipping Ca id a 8 2 PP AA AA AA 8 2 Skei Dodd ts 2 7 o A 6 1 ic ha NG ba AA AG AP AA PAN 4 1 Standards Care card Nn eiia 2 3 Pd ih AA AA PAR 8 5 PI RU AA BAN 5 1 Tile data e AA AA 2 3 A aaa baa AA 2 12 Variable sample iria INAALAGAAN 2 4 bi A AGA ANA eens cats bd a es 6 4 Warranty qe T AA ce edad AA AA ANNA 8 1 When YOU need assistance a 8 5 Whit ecalhibtated ed idas 2 3 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com A rtisan Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality Technology Group new and certified used pre owned equipment FAST SHIPPING AND SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess underutilized and idle used equipment TENS OF THOUSANDS OF at our full service in house repair center We also offer credit for buy backs and trade ins IN STOCK ITEMS www artisantg com WeBuyEquipment 7 EQUIPMENT DEMOS HUNDREDS OF Instra REMOTE INSPECTION LOOKING FOR MORE INFORMATION MANUFACTURERS Remotely inspect equipment before purchasing with Visit us on the web at www artisantg com 7 for more our interactive website at www instraview com information on price quotations drivers technical LEASING MONTHLY specifications manuals and
38. trument The Installation chapter provides specific instructions on setting up the instrument The Standardization chapter describes how to set the top and bottom of scale for the instrument and how to calibrate the optional UV filter The Maintenance and Testing chapter explains the maintenance that needs to be performed on the instrument and its standards and describes confirming proper performance of the instrument The Specifications chapter provides the various instrumental specifications The Color Measurement Notes chapter gives guidelines on measuring different types of samples using the LabScan XE Instrument Replacement Repair Problems and Questions outlines your instrument warranty and how to get technical support and or service for your instrument 01 03 How the User s Manual is Organized 1 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 1 2 How the User s Manual is Organized Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com 01 03 Chapter Two Introduction to Your LabScan XE System The LabScan XE is a full scanning spectrocolorimeter with a wavelength range from 400 to 700 nanometers nm It is designed for use with the sample port facing up or forward It can also be used port down with an optional stand The sample is illuminated by a xenon flash lamp and ref
39. ument automatically detects whether you have the proper port plate installed Change to the standard 1 75 inch area and standardize before performing any instrument checks such as reading the green tile Automated UV Control A pair of ultraviolet UV exclusion filters is available as an option to the LabScan XE The filter pair includes a 380 nm UV control filter and a 420 nm UV cutoff filter The 420 nm UV filter may be controlled separately placed in or out of the light path or the filters may be controlled together using the UV control options of Nominal and Calibrated These filter positions are controlled through your software The instrument should be standardized in the chosen configuration before measurements are made A white fluorescent standard is used in the UV control and checking process For the measurement of optical brighteners or UV induced fluorescence the calibration and control of the source UV energy is important UV induced fluorescence can vary based on the geometry of the instrument used the spectral properties of the simulated source usually D65 the condition of the instrument s lamp and the fluorescent characteristics of the sample Using the variable UV filter available on the LabScan XE the proper ratio of the energy in the UV region of the electromagnetic spectrum to that in the visible region of the spectrum can be achieved and maintained This improves the agreement of the illumination between
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