HunterLab Aeros EasyMatch QC Owner's manual

Aeros®
Supplemental Manual for EasyMatch®QC
Hunter Associates Laboratory
11491 Sunset Hills Road
Reston, Virginia 20190 USA
www.hunterlab.com
A60-1019-018
Manual Version 2.0

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Copyrights 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.
EasyMatch QC and Aeros are registered trademarks for Hunter Associates Laboratory, Inc.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Duraflect, Spectraflect, and Spectralon are trademarks of Labsphere, Inc.
Teflon and Lucite are registered trademarks of DuPont Company.
Caution: If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the HunterLab, the overall safety may
be impaired. The instrument is for indoor use only and not suitable for a wet location.
Caution: There is a potential of a UV Light hazard in using this instrument. Please avoid looking directly
at the light.

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Contents
AEROS FEATURES ......................................................................................................6
Standard Accessories ......................................................................................................................... 6
Power Jack ......................................................................................................................................... 7
Power Switch ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Front and Rear USB Connectors......................................................................................................... 7
Ethernet Port ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Aeros Options and Sample Devices.................................................................................................... 8
AEROS INSTALLATION .............................................................................................10
Install EasyMatch®QC Software......................................................................................................... 10
Activate the SoftKey License............................................................................................................. 12
Sensor > Install and Setup................................................................................................................ 13
Sensor Manager > Standardization.................................................................................................. 14
Sensor Manager > Measurement Configuration.............................................................................. 16
AEROS MAINTENANCE AND TESTING ....................................................................... 18
Routine Maintenance ...................................................................................................................... 18
System Warm-Up............................................................................................................................. 18
Cleaning the Instrument Standards ................................................................................................. 19
Diagnostics on the Aeros.................................................................................................................. 19
Green Tile Test .............................................................................................................................. 19
Repeatability Test.......................................................................................................................... 22
AEROS SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................24
Operating Conditions....................................................................................................................... 24
Physical Characteristics.................................................................................................................... 24
Conditions of Illumination and Viewing........................................................................................... 25
Instrument Performance.................................................................................................................. 25
Measurement .................................................................................................................................. 25
Regulatory Notice ............................................................................................................................ 26

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Aeros Sample Accessories................................................................................................................ 26
HunterLab Flash Drive (A10-1013-423).......................................................................................... 26
USB Flexible Keyboard (A13-1014-294).......................................................................................... 26
USB Adapter Cable (A21-1014-375)............................................................................................... 27
Sample Holder, Offset, 3.5" Dish (D02-1016-773) .......................................................................... 27
Sample Holder 145mm and 90mm Petri Dishes (D04-1018-680) ................................................... 27
Sample Handling Package for Chips (L02-1014-741) ...................................................................... 27
90mm Plastic Petri Dish, 10-Pack (L02-1016-781) .......................................................................... 27
Sample Trays................................................................................................................................. 27
WHEN YOU NEED ASSISTANCE.................................................................................29
INDEX.....................................................................................................................31

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Aeros Features
The Aeros is a continuous, automated, non-contact color measurement instrument with height
detection and color compensation. For use in laboratory environments, the Aeros uses LED
illumination technology to measure samples and monitor color on a rotating tray. Pour, place and
measure single or multiple samples on the tray, with easy cleanup and maintenance.
Aeros makes real-time color measurements of products with irregular shapes, and in industries as
diverse as paint, food, building products and industrial minerals. This instrument is designed to work as
a stand-alone unit with an easy-to-read display or connected to EasyMatch QC software on a personal
computer.
Figure 1. Front of Aeros
Standard Accessories
•Calibration Box with calibrated white tile, black glass and green diagnostics tile
•Certificate of Traceability
•Power Supply
•Aeros Quick Start Guide
•12-in and 6-in Sample Dishes
•USB Flash Drive

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Figure 2. Calibration Box
Power Jack
The instrument is supplied with a 24 VDC (3.75A) power supply. The power supply is plugged into the
back of the instrument as shown along with the Ethernet port and the USB port.
Figure 3. Rear View with Connectors
CAUTION
Note: Use only the power cord included with this instrument or a replacement
obtained from HunterLab. Be certain that the power cord is in good condition
before connecting it.
Power Switch
To turn the instrument on, press the rocker switch on the back of the instrument.
Front and Rear USB Connectors
There are two USB connectors on the Aeros. The one in the front is typically used for exporting jobs
and workspaces, backing up the instrument and updating software. The USB port on the back of the
instrument is typically used to connect a printer or a keyboard to the Aeros.
Power
Power
Supply
Connection

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Figure 4. USB Port on Rear of Instrument
Ethernet Port
This port is used to connect the Aeros to:
•Computer or to a network with the purpose of sending data (ASCII) to a server.
•Connect with EasyMatch QC and EasyMatch ER Validation and Compliance
•Remote Support
•Network printer.
Note: Use of this equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may impair
the protection afforded by the equipment. Danger of electric shock if liquids are spilled
and fire if volatile or flammable liquids are spilled. Use care when measuring liquid
samples.
Aeros Options and Sample Devices
For the latest information, please refer to support.hunterlab.com and Aeros.
USB Data Port
Ethernet Port

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Aeros Installation
Note: The Aeros should be lifted from under the base plate, near the center of the unit.
It should not be carried by grasping any part of the plastic housing.
The Aeros is simple to set up and attach to your computer. The following instructions guide you
through the initial installation of your Aeros 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 material in case it
becomes necessary to return the instrument to the factory.
2. Place the Aeros on a flat working surface where the measurements will be made. Place the
computer near the sensor.
3. Ensure that the on/off switch on the back of the sensor is set to off.
4. Connect the power cord to the sensor and plug it into a power outlet.
Note: Refer to the Aeros Specifications section of this chapter for recommendations
concerning the power line and its conditioning.
CAUTION: Use only the power cord included with this instrument or a replacement
obtained from HunterLab. Be certain that the power cord is in good condition before
connecting it. The Aeros is grounded using the grounding portion of this power cord.
Only plug this cord into a properly grounded power outlet. Do not use an
inappropriate adapter to plug the instrument into an ungrounded outlet or electric
shock may occur. More information on the wiring of the power cord can be found in
the Aeros Specifications section of this chapter.
Note. Since the Aeros uses an ethernet cable to communicate with the computer,
select the highest number COM Port No. offered.
Install EasyMatch®QC Software
Complete the following steps:
1. Log into the system using an account that has ADMINISTRATOR privileges for the PC —
network or local.
2. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. If the system is setup to automatically
run CD programs, the menu will appear and you may skip to Step 5. Otherwise, continue
with Step3.
3. Select the Easy Match QC Icon or from Windows, go to START > RUN > EZMQC_MENU and
OPEN. The following screen will be shown.