Manual Book Hunterlab

User’s Manual for Aeros and EasyMatch Essentials v 1.
User’s Manual for Aeros®

and EasyMatch® Essentials
Hunter Associates Laboratory

11491 Sunset Hills Road
Reston, Virginia 20190 USA
www.hunterlab.com
A60-1018-193 Version 1.1
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User’s Manual for Aeros and EasyMatch Essentials v 1.1
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.
Aeros and EasyMatch are registered trademarks of Hunter Associates Laboratory, Inc.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
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. The frequency of this flashing light is in the range of sensitivity for those prone to epileptic
seizures.
Safety Notes
For your safety when using the Aeros, you should pay attention to the following types of statements in
this User’s Manual:
▪ General safety instruction that should be observed at all times while operating the
instrument.
▪ Specific safety instruction critical to the type of instrument operation being explained in the
manual where the caution appears.
▪ 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.
▪ This instrument sensor moves up and down during standardization and creating a
measurement profile. Please keep fingers and other items out of the way of the sensor.
▪ The turntable will rotate if turned on in Read Options > Measurement configuration. Please
take care to remove fingers, jewelry and clothing to prevent damage.
▪ The Aeros is for indoor use only at an altitude of up to 2000m and pollution degree 2.
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Contents
SETTING UP THE AEROS ...................................................................................... 7
Standard Accessories ................................................................................................................................ 7
Power Jack ................................................................................................................................................ 7
Power Switch ............................................................................................................................................ 8
Keyboard and Mouse ................................................................................................................................ 8
Front and Rear USB Connectors ............................................................................................................... 8
Ethernet Port ............................................................................................................................................ 8
Moving the Unit ........................................................................................................................................ 9
TAKING A SIMPLE MEASUREMENT .................................................................... 11

What is HunterLab Aeros & EasyMatch Essentials? ............................................................................... 11
Connecting the Sensor and Taking a Measurement ............................................................................... 11
NAVIGATING THE ESSENTIALS SCREEN .............................................................. 17

Tools: Read ............................................................................................................................................. 17
Tools: View Flippers ............................................................................................................................... 17
Tools: Information................................................................................................................................... 18
Tools: Jobs Status/Workspace Status .................................................................................................... 18
Tools: Move Sensor to Top .................................................................................................................... 18
Tools: View Options ............................................................................................................................... 18
Tools: Workspace & System Settings ..................................................................................................... 18
Tools: Jobs .............................................................................................................................................. 19
TOOL BAR: JOBS FUNCTION ............................................................................. 21

Jobs ......................................................................................................................................................... 21
Jobs: New ............................................................................................................................................... 21
Jobs: Open .............................................................................................................................................. 21
Jobs: Save & Save As .............................................................................................................................. 22
Jobs: Print ............................................................................................................................................... 22
Jobs: Data Management ........................................................................................................................ 24
Jobs: Help ............................................................................................................................................... 29
Jobs: About............................................................................................................................................. 29
TOOL BAR: WORKSPACE & SYSTEM SETTINGS .................................................. 31
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Workspace: Color Scales ........................................................................................................................ 31

Workspace: Read Options....................................................................................................................... 33
Read Options: Options ......................................................................................................................... 33
Read Options: Measurement Configuration ....................................................................................... 37
Workspace: Standard and Tolerances .................................................................................................... 39
AutoTolerances Setting........................................................................................................................ 41
Tolerances............................................................................................................................................ 42
Workspace: Views .................................................................................................................................. 43
Workspace: New Workspace ................................................................................................................. 43
System Settings: Standardization ........................................................................................................... 44
System Settings: Diagnostics.................................................................................................................. 45
Testing the Aeros for Colorimetric Repeatability ................................................................................ 45
Reading the Green Tile ........................................................................................................................ 47
Advanced Tests .................................................................................................................................... 48
System Settings: Preferences ................................................................................................................. 52
Preferences: General ........................................................................................................................... 52
Preferences: Print ............................................................................................................................... 54
System Settings: User Manager ............................................................................................................. 55
TOOLBAR: OPTIONS (VIEWS) ............................................................................ 59

Views: EZ View ....................................................................................................................................... 59
Views: Color Data Table ......................................................................................................................... 60
Views: Spectral Data Table..................................................................................................................... 62
Views: Spectral Plot................................................................................................................................ 63
Views: Trend Plot ................................................................................................................................... 64
Views: Color Plot .................................................................................................................................... 65
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS ...................................................................................... 67

Auto-Exporting Data through a Network Connection ............................................................................ 67
Option A: Connect to a network hub using an ethernet .................................................................... 67
Optional B: Connect to a hotspot through the WiFi connection ......................................................... 69
Auto-Exporting Data via Direct Connection between Aeros and a Computer ....................................... 71
Option A: Connect to a network hub using an ethernet .................................................................... 71
Tips & Tricks: Recover Unsaved Measurement Data ............................................................................. 74
SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................... 75
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Operating Conditions .............................................................................................................................. 75

Physical Characteristics ........................................................................................................................... 75
Conditions of Illumination and Viewing .................................................................................................. 76
Instrument Performance ........................................................................................................................ 76
Measurement.......................................................................................................................................... 76
Regulatory Notice ................................................................................................................................... 77
FEATURES, ACCESSORIES & MAINTENANCE ...................................................... 79

Aeros Maintenance & Safety .................................................................................................................. 79
Instrument Replacement, Repair, Problems, and Questions .............................................................. 81
Warranty ................................................................................................................................................. 81
Shipping Claims ....................................................................................................................................... 81
Shortage .................................................................................................................................................. 82
Incorrect Shipment ................................................................................................................................. 82
Returns for Repair ................................................................................................................................... 82
When You Need Assistance .................................................................................................................... 84
INDEX ...................................................................................... 85
TABLE OF FIGURES ...................................................................................... 87
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Setting Up the Aeros

The Aeros system contains two major components – the sensor head and the turntable base. The
sensor head contains the spectrophotometer with an LED light source, distance measuring components
and a touch screen for Essentials. The turntable base provides the electronics and the mount for the
sensor with automated vertical positioning and horizontal manual adjustment. The turntable rotates
the product under the optical sensor.
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
Figure 1. 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.
Power
Power
Supply
Connection
Figure 2. Rear View with Connectors
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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.
Keyboard and Mouse

• The Aeros works with the following keyboard and mouse:
▪ L02-1017-434 Wireless keyboard and mouse kit.
• To use this accessory, turn the power off. Plug in the micro USB adaptor to the rear of the
instrument and then attach the nano-receiver for the keyboard into the USB port. Install
the batteries into the keyboard/mouse and turn the power back on.
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.
USB Data Port
Ethernet Port
Figure 3. 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.
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Moving the Unit

• Use care in moving the instrument which weighs 50 lbs. Training on lifting heaving objects is
recommended. To lift from the box, a two person lift is suggested. When moving it from a
table to another location, balance this instrument by lifting from behind and by the base.
• If moving the Aeros any distance, please secure the optics using Diagnostics > Advanced >
Park for Shipping.
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Taking a Simple Measurement
What is HunterLab Aeros & EasyMatch Essentials?

Aeros is a reflectance-only color measuring instrument capable of measuring the color of irregularly
shaped/textured products. All samples are measured by placement in a tray or container under the
sensor head. With features like Auto Height Positioning, a rotating sample platform, large touch-screen
display, and smart communications, the innovative Aeros can measure products like coffee beans, snack
foods, plastic pellets, even industrial minerals.
Connecting the Sensor and Taking a Measurement

After unpacking and setting up the instrument, turn on the power using the rocker switch on the back of
the instrument base.
• Once inside the software, the main measurement screen is displayed – Color Data Table
(D65/10).
Figure 4. Measurement Screen
• The instrument is automatically connected and this connection is reported on the status bar.
Next, the unit must be Standardized.
• There are two ways to initiate Standardization.
▪ Press the Workspace icon and select Standardization. User will be prompted
to remove all samples from under the sensor.
▪ Alternately, press the Standardization status area on the status bar to initiate
Standardization.
• Move sensor to Top: Press OK to move the sensor to the highest position.
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Figure 5. Sensor Moves to Top
▪ Read Black Glass: When the sensor stays at the top, attach the standardization box
to the sensor. Then attach the black glass to standardization box and press Read.
Figure 6. Read the Black Glass for Bottom-of-Scale
▪ Read White Tile: Remove the black glass and attach the calibrated white tile to
standardization box. Press Read to continue.
Figure 7. Read the White Tile for Top-of-Scale
▪ Remove the calibration box when standardization is completed. Click OK.
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Figure 8. Completed Standardization
▪ Standardization is updated and reported as Standardized on the bottom of the

screen.
Figure 9. Standardization Status Bar
• Create a workspace for your product

▪ Prepare sample: Place sample/sample dish on the turntable.
▪ To Create A New Workspace.
1. From the Workspace Menu, press New Workspace and enter a name for
this Workspace. A new job will be opened together with this new
workspace.
Figure 10. New Workspace
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Figure 11. Name New Workspace
Note: The active workspace name is displayed in the lower right corner of the screen.
▪ Configure the New Workspace: With this new workspace open, you can start to
change the settings in Color Scales, Read Options, Standard and Tolerances, Views
and View Options. All these changes will be automatically saved in this new
workspace.
▪ Default Settings: Following are the default settings for a new workspace:
Table 1. Workspace Parameters
Parameter Selection
ColorScales CIE L*a*b*
Illuminant D65/10
Indices None
Differences None
Read Options > Options Prompt for Sample Name, Auto Save
Read Options > Measurement Turntable ON, Auto Height selected,
Configuration Measurement time = 5 sec
Standard and Tolerances None
Views Color Data Table only
View Options for Color Data Table Latest Data First selected, Precision = 2
▪ When Auto Height is selected as default, the sensor head will adjust its position
automatically for each sample measurement. Users can also choose to read
samples with the sensor head at a fixed distance. Create Sample Profile is covered
in Workspace > Read Options > Measurement Configuration portion of this
manual.
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Figure 12. Read Options: Measurement Configuration
▪ Now your instrument is ready to read your product under this new workspace. If
you’d like to start a new job for this product, you can press New Job and load this
configured workspace to continue.
• Main Measurement Screen: The Color Data Table view shows the configured Color Scale
results for the standard and sample measurements in the job. The configured tolerances
can be applied to the Job and Pass/Fail results will also be displayed. To add the color
differences, indices and tolerances to the Color Data Screen, see Workspace > Color Scales
and Workspace > Standard and Tolerances.
• To add a product standard and tolerances, see Standards and Tolerances. To change the
color scale, etc., see Workspace: Color Scales. The setups are saved automatically in
Workspace.
• A long press on the Sample name will show a menu with the following options:
▪ Set as Standard – to set the sample as Standard
▪ Rename – to rename the sample
▪ Delete – to delete the sample.
Figure 13. Changing, Renaming or Deleting a Sample
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• A long press on the Standard name will show a menu with the following options:
▪ Edit – to edit the standard. If Edit is selected, the Workspace > Standard and
Tolerances dialog box is presented to allow for editing the name, assigning
tolerances or changing the type of standard.
▪ Delete – to delete the standard. The deleted Standard is reverted into the samples
list with its original name.
Figure 14. Edit/Delete a Standard
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Navigating the Essentials Screen

The EasyMatch Essentials Tools and Status features are shown below.
Workspace
Moves & System
Sensor Settings
to Top
View
Jobs
Options
View
Flippers
Current
Read Workspace &
Shortcut to
New Job
Sensor Information
Standardization Current Job &

Status & Shortcut to
Shortcut Open Job
Figure 15. User Interface Screen for Aeros & Essentials
Tools: Read
• Samples are read using this key.

• This tool can be moved around the screen by pressing and moving the icon.
Tools: View Flippers
• Switching between Views can be accomplished by using the semi-transparent Next and Prev
buttons placed at the side edges of the screen or by swiping left or right with two fingers on
the screen.
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Tools: Information
i
• The sensor type and serial number is shown at the bottom left side of the System Bar when
the i is pressed. When application security is enabled and the user logs into Essentials, the
User Account will also be shown in the Information box.
Figure 16. Sensor Serial Number
Tools: Jobs Status/Workspace Status

• Job > Workspace Status is reported on the bottom right side of the System Bar.
Tools: Move Sensor to Top
• This tool moves the sensor head to the top.
Tools: View Options
• This menu shows the configuration options for the active view. A total of six views are
available. Each view shows a different option. Views can be added or removed in
Workspace > Views.
Tools: Workspace & System Settings
• The Workspace menu sets up the data screen with measurement scales, read options,
standards, tolerances and views.
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• Systems Settings initiates Standardization, Diagnostics, Preferences, and the User Manager
for System Security.
Tools: Jobs
• A job is a collection of all the sample measurements and a workspace used for a task,
product, or customer. Jobs are the ‘readings’ of EasyMatch Essentials. Jobs can be created
for many different reasons, such as to hold data for a certain customer or a specific product
line. Each operator may maintain their own job with preferences or create separate jobs for
different operations. A workspace is a collection of the measurement parameters for a job
along with tolerances and the standard, i.e. analogous to word processing documents
containing text and formatting. Each job has only one workspace.
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Tool Bar: Jobs Function
Under the Job function, the following tasks can be accomplished:
Figure 17. Job Menu
Jobs
Jobs vs. Workspace: A job consists of samples measured according to a specific workspace. A
workspace is a template with measurement conditions such as standard & tolerances, Color Scale,
Index, illuminant, etc. There can be only one workspace associated with a job. The main tool bar
provides the options to create a new job, open an existing job and save a job.
Jobs: New
• When click New Job (Shortcut: press Workspace name in the lower right status bar), the
Load Workspace dialog will pop out. The default selected workspace is the current
workspace. User can change the workspace and click Load then the selected workspace is
opened in the new job. Once the Workspace has been loaded to the New Job, the
Workspace name associated with this job cannot be edited.
Jobs: Open
• Open a saved Job: A list of available jobs under the current path are displayed for selection.
If the job that is needed exists in another folder, then it is an option to change the folder.
When the job to be opened is displayed select the file and press Open. We also provide a
short cut for Jobs: Open in main tool bar.
• Shortcut: press job name in the status bar on the lower right.
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Figure 18. Open A Job
Jobs: Save & Save As

• Save the Job under the desired name: To save a job, Select the Folder, Name the Job and
Save The Job contents into a file. These files have an ‘.ezm’ extension. There will be a
default name filled in Filename box as date&time&instrument#&workspace. You can edit it
if needed.
Figure 19. Save A Job
Jobs: Print
• Print an open Job using the parameters set up under Workspace & Systems Settings >
Preferences.
Figure 20. Workspace & System Settings > Preferences > Print
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• Drivers included in the Aeros are shown below. Additional printer drivers can be added under
Workspace > Diagnostics > Advanced.
Table 2: Printer Drivers Included
Printer Driver
Canon Canon Print Service 4.4+
HP HP Print Service Plugin 4.1+
Epson Epson Print Enabler 4.4+
Konica Minolta Konica Minolta Print Service Plugin 4.4+
Kyocera Kyocera Print Service Plugin 4.4+
Lexmark Lexmark Print Service Plugin 4.4+
Sharp Sharp Print Service Plugin 4.4+
Xerox Xerox Print Service Plugin 4.4+
• Printing can be downloaded to a pdf file by selecting, Save As PDF. Once this is selected, the
parameters for the output are presented. Please save the file to the download folder.
Figure 21. Save as PDF
Figure 22. Save PDF to Downloads File
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Figure 23. Download File Contents
Jobs: Data Management

Standard(s) and sample measurements are saved in Job files and database along with the sensor
information. The saved measurements are also associated with a respective Workspace and Job.
• The Data Management contains the features to Recall, Import, Export, Email a Job and
Backup/Restore.
▪ Recall the measurements from the database.
▪ Import a selected Job(s), Standard(s), Workspace(s)Diagnostics, photos for logo print
setup and others from a USB flash drive.
▪ Export the Job(s), Standard(s), Workspace(s), Diagnostics, pdf reports and others to a
USB flash drive.
▪ Email the selected Job(s), pdf reports and other files.
▪ Delete Job(s), Standard(s), Workspace(s), Diagnostics, pdf reports and others.
▪ Backup the Hunter Lab folder (all jobs, database and user manager settings) into a
USB Flash drive.
▪ Restore the Hunter Lab folder (all jobs, database and user manager settings) from a
USB Flash drive.
Figure 24. Data Management Menu
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• Jobs: Data Management: Recall

Recall measurements that have been stored to a job.
This feature enables the user to recall the Standard/Sample(s) stored in the Database into
the current running Job.
Click Recall option in Data Management, a dialog will be displayed where the user can recall
the measurements from the database by Selecting the Type:
▪ Show the Standard associated with a specified category.
▪ Show all the measurements in the selected Job
When this option is selected, the standard and samples for that job are listed.
▪ Show the Standards/Samples in the Current Workspace
When this option is selected, the list is filled with the standards and samples
associated with the current workspace. To narrow the sample list, the user can
select the samples only associated with the selected standard.
▪ Show the Imported Standards
When this option is selected, the standards list is only filled with the standards
imported into the database.
After selecting the measurements click Recall placing them into the active Job.
Figure 25. Recall Measurements
• Jobs: Data Management: Import.

This feature allows the user to import the below data from a USB flash drive into the
instrument. Data can be one file or multiple files. All selected files should be in the same file
path location. The following data can be imported:
▪ Job
▪ Standard
▪ Workspace
▪ Diagnostics
▪ Others
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▪ Import Job
This option allows the user to browse and select a Job file(s) (.ezm) from the USB
flash drive and import into the instrument. If a file name already exists, then the
name will be incremented numerically.
Figure 26. Import Job
▪ Import Standard
This option allows the user to browse and select a Standard(s)(extension .std) from
the USB flash drive and import into the database. If required, the Standard Name
can be changed.
▪ Import Workspace
This option allows the user to browse and select a Workspace(s) (extension .wsp)
from the USB flash drive and import into the database. If the workspace already
exists, then the user is prompted to specify a different name.
Figure 27. Import Workspace
To use the above functions, a USB flash drive must be present in the port.
▪ Import Diagnostics: This option allows the user to browse and select a Diagnostics
file from the USB flash drive for import into the instrument database.
▪ Import Others: This function is available to import other items such as a logo for the
printed report. Once the logo is imported, go to Workspace & System Settings >
Preferences > Print to add the logo to a report.
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• Jobs: Data Management: Export. This feature allows the user to export the below data from
instrument into a USB flash drive. Data can be one file or multiple files. All selected files
should be in the same file path location. The following data can be exported:
▪ Job
▪ Standard
▪ Workspace
▪ Diagnostics
▪ Others (e.g all files in Hunterlab folder, and all pdf reports in Download folder)
▪ Export Job: This option allows the user to browse and select an existing Job(s)
(.ezm) or the current active Job data and copy into a USB flash drive either in CSV or
EZM file format. While exporting into EZM format, the current active Workspace
settings can be applied. The color data shown in the Color Data View and the
Spectral Data is saved in a CSV file.
Figure 28. Export Current Job
▪ Export Standard
This option allows the user to browse and select an existing Standard(s) in the
database and copy into the USB flash drive as a file (.std).
Figure 29. Export Standard
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▪ Export Workspace
This option allows the user to browse and select an existing Workspace(s) in the
database and copy into the USB flash drive as a file (.wsp). To use the above functions,
a USB flash drive must be present in the port.
▪ Export PDF
This allows the user to select a PDF file from the Downloads folder to export. Switch
to the Download folder in the dropdown list and then select the pdf files to export.
Figure 30. Select Download Folder for PDF File Export
• Jobs: Data Management: Email. Saved Jobs can be emailed if there is an active internet
connection. When the Email option is clicked, the following screen is shown prompting the
user to browse and select a user and enter the recipient mail address. Data can be one file
or multiple files. All selected files for one email should be in the same file path location. You
can email any file in HunterLab folder as well as in the downloads folder.
Figure 31. Enter an Address to Email a Job
▪ Mail Settings
Click Mail Settings button to configure the SMTP mail server configuration (Port,
Server) as shown below. The mail settings configuration is mandatory to enable the
mail job feature in the application. When done, press Send.
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Figure 32. Enter SMTP Mail Server Information
• Jobs: Data Management: Delete. The Delete function will allow deletion of Jobs,
Standards, Workspace, Diagnostics and others. Data can be one file or multiple files. All
selected files must be in the same file path location. In addition, one can delete PDF files
from the Downloads folder.
• Jobs: Data Management: Backup/Restore. The Backup function will copy the entire
Hunter Lab folder to a thumb drive. Restore enables the user to copy the backup folder of a
thumb drive and upload to the Aeros.
Jobs: Help
To access the onboard manual, use Jobs: Help. Novice Help can also be enabled under Preferences>
General.
Jobs: About
The About menu provides information about HunterLab and the current software version.
Figure 33. Job > About the Software
To update the software version from a USB flash drive, insert the USB flash drive into the port on the
front of the instrument. Open the Jobs > About menu and press Update to continue. After update,
open Essentials and it will prompt to enter or create an Administrator Account. If needed, you can edit
this account in User Manager later.
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For detailed information on firmware and more, please press the Info button on the screen.
Figure 34. Instrument Info
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Tool Bar: Workspace & System Settings
Under the Workspace & Systems Settings, the following tasks can be accomplished:
Figure 35. Workspace Parameters
Workspace: Color Scales

• Color Scales provide four tabs in which the Scales, Indices, Differences and
Illuminant/Observer (Ill/Obs) can be configured.
Figure 36. Color Measurement Scales
• The Scales Tab showsthe five scales available for measurement. Select the absolute scale or
color difference scales (if a standard is selected). Press Apply and begin to read your
samples.
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• The Illuminant/Observer tab displays combination selections for these parameters. To see
all of the choices, you can scroll through the selections by viewing the screen.
Figure 37. Illuminant/Observer Configuration
• To select indices, go to the Indices Tab and check the corresponding box on the right side.
Multiple selections are avaible. To see more choices, the screen can be scrolled. Press
Apply to continue.
Figure 38. Index Configuration
• To select differences, go to the Differences Tab and check the corresponding box on the
right side. Press Apply to continue.
Figure 39. Color Measurement Differences
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Table 3. Overview of Color Measurement Parameters for

EZ View, Color Data Table, Trend Plot & Color Plot
Illuminant Observer Scales Differences Indices View Options
D65 2/10 CIE Lab dL*a*b* 457nm Brightness Pass/Fail1
C 2/10 CIE LCh dL*C*h Tint E313 Tolerances
F02 2/10 Hunter Lab dLab WI E313 Time3
D50 2/10 XYZ1 dXYZ Y Bright Date3
D55 2/10 Yxy1 dYxy YI D1925 Trace Range 12
D75 2/10 dE YI E313 Trace Range 22
F07 2/10 dE CMC Z% Trace Range 32
F11 2/10 dE* 2000 SCAA Trace Range 42
TL84 2/10 dE* HCCI Auto Range2
ULT 30 2/10 BCU Display: Line2
ULT 35 2/10 Display: Point2
2/10 Zoom
Average2
Std. Deviation2
Meas per Display2
Not Available on Color Plot, 2Trend Plot Only, 3Color Data Table Only
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Workspace: Read Options

Read Options: Options
▪ Shows a dialog box to configure Averaging, Continuous Read Interval, Auto Save,
Index Bias Configuration, Sample Name, and Standard Name. The Read command
performs the operation based on the configured options.
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Figure 40. Read Options
▪ Average
Select the number of readings to average to produce the final measurement. The
total number of readings to be averaged can be no less than two. Press Apply to
close the screen and press Read to initiate Readings.
Figure 41. Reading and Averaging
Once the Read button is pressed, the instrument will display a unique dialog box to
Read and Average the readings. The second reading is taken using the dialog box
button, Read. Once all the readings are taken, press Average to obtain the results.
Average and Continuous Read are mutually exclusive.
▪ Continuous Read Interval
This feature performs measurements continuously. In Continuous Read mode,
measurements are initiated and stopped using the Read Button. The minimum
value of the Read interval is 3 seconds and it will read as fast as it can update.
When in Continuous Read mode, the Read Button is enhanced with a checkmark.
When taking measurements, the Read button is greyed out. When waiting to take
the next measurement, the Read button turns green.
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Figure 42. Continuous Read
To stop the Continuous Read, press the Read button when the button is green..
▪ Auto Save Job
This selection will automatically save a job. Once this feature is selected, a dialog
box will be displayed to name the job. If there is no name for a job yet, the file
name will be default with the date, time, instrument and workspace.
Figure 43. Auto Save Job
▪ Index Bias Correction

This option allows the user to input a custom slope and intercept correction for
indices. The user can select any Index from the list of applicable indices and input
the desired Gain and Bias values. After selecting the required Indices, select the
Apply button to save the selected Indices values and update the Views accordingly.
The Bias-corrected Indices will be marked with * (eg: HCCI *) in the respective view
display.
To calculate the slope and bias correction, read a series of samples around the
target values of interest. Three methods can be used to provide corrected values:
1. One standard data point: In this case, the single data point is compared to
the expected value. The Gain remains at 1.0 and the Bias is corrected:
Bias= Expected Value- Measured Value
2. Two data points: In this case, the two readings are compared to the
expected values.
Bias Correction=Expected Value 1-(Measured Value 1*Gain)
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Gain Correction= (Expected Value 1-Expected Value 2)/

(Measured Value 1- Measured Value 2)
3. Linear regression: Create a y=mx + b relationship comparing actual
readings to target values, where target values is on the Y-axis and actual
readings are on the x-axis. Enter the slope correction under Gain and the
intercept correction under Bias.
Select Index
Bias
Configuration
Figure 44. Slope & Bias Correction
Figure 45. Input Gain & Bias
The indices with bias correction include: 457nm Brightness, BCU, HCCI,
SCAA, Tint E313, WI E313, Y Brightness, YI D195, YI E313, Z%.
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▪ Prompt for Sample/Standard Name

Select this feature to input the Sample (or Standard) name manually during the
measurement cycle so that the Sample measurement will be inserted with the
specified name. If this option is not selected, the Samples will be inserted with the
specified default sample name suffixed with the auto incremented index number.
Press Apply when done.
Figure 46. Prompt for Sample (Standard) Name
Figure 47. Input Sample Name
Read Options: Measurement Configuration

▪ Enables the motion of the turntable, selects the height of the measurement and
measurement time.
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Figure 48. Measurement Configuration
Select Turntable motion to enable rotation. When Auto Height is selected as a

default, the sensor head will adjust its position to read samples automatically for
each sample measurement. The Create Sample Profile button will allow the Aeros
to look at the specimen and select the optimum fixed distance from the turntable.
When this is pressed, the Sensor will move to the Top position.
Figure 49. Creating a Sample Profile
Place sample on the turntable and press OK.
Figure 50. Place sample on Turntable
Figure 51. Sample Profile Complete
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When profile is complete, press OK to continue. The sample height will be shown
next to the Create Sample Profile button.
The Measurement Time is the amount of time used to average the readings
together. The longer the time, the more the averaging.
Workspace: Standard and Tolerances

• This command can be used to specify the type of Standard and Tolerances. Standards can
be one of four types: retrieved from database, physical, and ad hoc and numeric. A
standard that is retrieved from Database has been previously stored. A physical standard is
one that has been read as a sample and made into a standard. An Ad Hoc (or working)
standard is one that is read at the beginning of a job and becomes the standard for a run. In
this case, auto tolerances are recommended. A numeric standard is one that has color
measurement values but is not present and cannot be read. A subset of this is the Hitch
Standard. All types of standards can apply Hitch.
Figure 52. Tolerances Configuration
• Standard is saved with standard name, standard color value and standard tolerances to the
database by pressing the button at the bottom of the screen. When there is a standard
applied in a job, you must delete it first if you want to change the standard type (Recall.
Physical/Adhoc and Numeric). You can click the Calc Auto Tolerances here to calculate the
tolerances of standards.
• Tolerances can be entered manually for a selected scale, index and difference.
Figure 53. Enter Tolerances
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Figure 54. Index Selection and Tolerances
• Tolerances will be displayed on the measurement screen if enabled under the View Options
for the Color Data and the Color Plot Screens.
Figure 55. Indices & Tolerances on CDT
• Pass/Fail based on these tolerances can be used on the EZ View as well as Color Data View.
• Hitch Standardization
❖ Hitch Standardization is a process by which two or more instruments of similar
design can be made to read the same color values on a group of specimens. This
process is very useful in expanding the communications of color around the world or
between vendor and customer.
❖ The process of Hitch Standardization (also known as transfer standardization)
involves assigning one instrument to be the reference, or master, unit and
mathematically adjusting the secondary, or slave, unit(s) to read the “same” values.
In this way, two or more instruments can be hitched together. Hitching a secondary
unit to a reference instrument requires that a specimen be read on both units and
the values compared and adjusted accordingly. This specimen, known as the hitch
standard, is first read on the reference instrument and its values recorded as
spectral data or colorimetric (tristimulus) data. The hitch standard is then physically
moved to the secondary instrument where it is reread and the values from the
reference unit are input into the secondary instrument’s processor.
❖ Steps for Hitch Standardization:
1. Read a standard.
2. Go to Workspace > Standard and Tolerances and select Hitch.
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3. The Standard is displayed under As Read. Enter the target values.

4. Check the Apply Hitch box and press OK.
Figure 56. Hitch Standardization
Table 4. Hitch Standardization By Additive or Ratio Application

Calculate Calculate Apply Hitch Apply Hitch
Hitch Standard Additive Ratio Additive Ratio
Target Measured Hitch Hitch New Read New Read New Read
X 80.27 78.29 = +1.98 =*1.025 70.84 72.82 72.63

Y 81.00 79.21 = + 1.79 =*1.022 72.25 74.04 73.88
Z 50.71 47.76 = +2.95 =*1.061 46.07 49.02 48.91
Hitch Factor Hitch Factor Hitch Calc Hitch Calc

1.98 1.025290586 70.84+1.98 =72.84*1.025
1.79 1.022598156 72.25+1.79 =72.25*1.022
2.95 1.061767169 46.07+2.95 =46.07*1.061
AutoTolerances Setting
▪ Using Tab 4, AutoTolerances are calculated for a Color Scale using CMC. The default
values of l:C – 2:1 with auto correction factor = 0.75 and commercial factor = 1.
However, these ratios can be modified as needed.
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Figure 57. AutoTolerance Configuration
Note: If AutoTolerances are selected, the user cannot manually enter tolerances.
Tolerances
▪ Tolerances can be entered for Scales, Indices and Differences.
Figure 58. Difference Tolerance Configuration
Figure 59. Indices Tolerance Configuration
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Workspace: Views
• Views: This option can be used to select the views to be presented in the application.
Simply check on the box of the screen needed. Press Apply to save one or all of the screens.
The default screen is the Color Data Table. To navigate between screens once the
selections have been applied, use the View Flippers on the left and right of the screen.
Figure 60. Workspace Views
Workspace: New Workspace

• This allows the user to create a new workspace. A warning is shown to make sure that the
current Job is saved. All settings in the previous workspace will be loaded in the new
workspace.
Figure 61. New Workspace
Figure 62. Name the New Workspace
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System Settings: Standardization

▪ From the Tools menu select Standardization. You can also press the Standardization key in
the Status bar as a shortcut. The sensor will move to the top to begin.
Figure 63. Begin Standardization
▪ Read Black Glass: Attach the standardization box to the sensor. Then attach the black glass
and press READ to continue.
Figure 64. Attach Standardization Box with Black Glass
▪ Read White Tile: Remove the black glass and attach the calibrated white tile to the
standardization box. Press READ to continue.
Figure 65. Change to White Tile
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▪ Remove the calibration box when standardization is complete. The instrument is ready to
Read Samples.
Figure 66. Standardization is Complete
System Settings: Diagnostics

The performance diagnostics are Repeatability and a Green Tile Test.
Figure 67. Performance Diagnostics Menu
Testing the Aeros for Colorimetric Repeatability

• The Repeatability Test assesses how consistently the instrument can measure
color. To begin the sample pan should be free of samples and obstacles. Click
New button to start the repeatability test and the user is prompted to press OK
to standardize. All sample readings must be within the tolerances to pass the
test.
Figure 68. Set up for Colorimetric Repeatability
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Figure 69. Standardize the Instrument
• Read the black glass and then the white tile.
Figure 70. Read White Tile
Figure 71. Begin Repeatability Readings on White Tile
• Leave the white tile at the port and press OK to initiate the repeatability
readings. The white tile is read 30 times and the individual results reported. A
table of the difference between the current reading and Standard is shown after
every measurement. By comparing each reading to the tolerance, a Pass/Fail
assessment is shown.
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Figure 72. Repeatability Readings with Pass/Fail
When all 30 readings have been made, the final test result is shown and saved
automatically. To print the results, press the print button or click to Open the file
and then Print.
Figure 73. Diagnostics Repeatability Test Results
Reading the Green Tile

• This test requires entry of the target values for the Green Tile.
Figure 74. Input Target Values for Green Tile
• Once the target values have been entered, press Next. Standardize the
instrument and attach the Green Tile. Press OK to continue.
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Figure 75. Attach the Green Tile
• Ten readings are taken and compared to the tolerance as an average. This test
is then automatically saved and can be printed by pressing Print.
Figure 76. Green Tile Readings
Advanced Tests
Advanced Tests are primarily for use by HunterLab’s Service Department. However, this menu
supports the upload of Printer Drivers, Parking of the sensor for Shipping, and remote support
setting.
Figure 77. Advanced Menu
▪ Sensor Head Position: To test the movement of the sensor head up or down. To
prepare for shipping, use the Park for Shipping command under System.
▪ Read Signal, Dark, Zero: This function will enable the Service Department to
determine proper performance of the instrument.
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▪ The Turntable can be tested next by pressing Start. Press again to stop the
turntable.
▪ Enable Log: Once check enabled, this feature records the instrument actions for
tracking purposes. When complete the user returns to this screen and exports the
data to a thumb drive. Once the data export is completed the data size becomes ‘0’
again.
▪ Standardize: Initiates standardization from the Diagnostics screen.
▪ Measure: Initiates the measurement of a sample from the Diagnostics screen. The
reflectance spectra data will be showed in this dialog.
▪ Park for Shipping: Move sensor down to secures the optics for transportation.
▪ Printer Driver: To upload a new print driver or apk file, download the apk file
needed from the internet onto a flash drive. Place the flash drive into the
instrument (front port) so that it can access the list of apk files. Select the driver to
upload and press OK.
Figure 78. Insert USB with Printer Driver
Figure 79. Select Printer Driver
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Figure 80. Updating Printer Drivers
• The Aeros will install the new printer driver and it will be then available to use.
Figure 81. Printer Driver Installed
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Figure 82. Printer Page
• Restart Comm can be used to reset the ethernet communications for EasyMatch
QC.
• Support Region
Note: Your instrument must be connected to the internet.
a. Select Support Region. A dialog is displayed with three options for region
selection. Select USA, Europe or Asia Pacific and the URL string is modified
accordingly. Press OK to continue.
Figure 83. Select Region
b. Select Restart Support to view the Netops Host Screen. From the top right
side of the Netops Host screen, select the 3 dots. From the list menu, select
Restart.
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Exit Arrow
Figure 84. Remote Access Screen
c. To ensure that your application is successfully restarted, make sure that you
see the message Webconnect: ‘Hunterlabs’ Online. If this message does not
appear, please contact our support team. To exit press the arrow at the
bottom of the screen.
Figure 85. Webconnect to HunterLab
System Settings: Preferences

Preferences: General
This allows the user to set preferences to:
▪ Load the last used workspace and job
▪ Set standardization time interval
▪ Set screen brightness and date/time
▪ Enable novice tooltip
▪ Enable application security
▪ Use last login credentials
▪ Configure and enable network data export
▪ Configure network settings
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Figure 86. System Settings> Preferences> General Page
▪ To Load the Last Workspace at Startup check this box and press Apply.
▪ To Load the Last Job at Startup, check this box and press Apply.
▪ The Standardization Time Interval is a useful reminder to restandardize. Press
Apply to set the new interval. When the time has lapsed, a prompt to restandardize
will be displayed before measurements can be taken.
▪ Set the screen Brightness using a sliding scale and press Apply.
▪ Set the Date and Time, time zone, and format use the Adjust Clock feature.
▪ Enable Novice Tooltips by checking on the box. Once enabled, on screen tips are
displayed for 3 seconds. To display again, roll over the lightbulb icon on the lower
right part of the screen.
Figure 87. Enable Novice Tool Tips
Figure 88. Example of Novice Tool Tip
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▪ Enable Application Security. This selection is available after the User Manager
has been set up. Please refer to the System Settings: User Manager for more
information.
▪ When this is selected, the application will require valid login credentials at
startup. On successful login, the user name will be shown in the status bar. If
‘Use Last Login Credentials’ is checked, the user will be automatically logged in
on subsequent startups.
▪ To Configure and Enable the Network Data Export and Network Settings,
please connect the Aeros to a computer as described in Special Functions
(Chapter 7). In Network settings, one can use an Ethernet cable or setup a Wifi
Connection.
Figure 89. Network Settings
Preferences: Print
The Print page allows the user to configure:
▪ The Readings to print
▪ The option to Preview before print.
▪ Print report Title and Logo. To apply a logo, import the logo first to the
HunterLab folder.
▪ Orientation of the report (Portrait or Landscape) orientation.
▪ To save changes, press Apply.
Figure 90. System Settings> Preferences> Configure Print Page
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System Settings: User Manager

Security can be enabled on the Aeros to ensure that operators cannot modify/delete folders or files and
limit their functionality. An administrator is identified to set up the users/groups with selected
privileges.
• To begin, go to Workspace > User Manager to set up Create Administrative Groups first
followed by Create User Groups.
Figure 91. Create a Group
• Once the groups have been established, then individual users with User Names and
Passwords can be setup for both Administrator and User Groups.
Figure 92. Setup Administrative & General Users
• Users in Administrative Groups have all features enabled. For Users in User Groups,
Privileges can be setup as shown below. Press Update Profile to complete.
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Figure 93. User Privileges
• If a printer is attached, you can Print a list of Privileges selected.

• To complete enabling security, go to Workspace> Preferences and enable security on the
right side.
Figure 94. Enabling Security
• After enabling security, each user must enter a name and password when logging into the
Aeros. For convenience, the user can check the box under Workspace > Preferences>
General to use the ‘last login credentials’.
Figure 95. Login Credentials
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Figure 96. Enable Last Login Credentials
• If needed, the administrative user can delete groups / users and reset passwords of all
Groups & Users.
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Toolbar: Options (Views)
Views are selected using a dialog box under Workspace. Simply check on the box of the screen needed.
Press Apply to save one or all of the screens. The default screen is the Color Data Table. To navigate
between screens once the selections have been applied, use the View Flippers on the left and right of
the screen.
Figure 97. Workspace > select Views
Once the views have been selected, then View Options are available to add additional information to
the screen. Each screen has a unique set of options associated with it.
Views: EZ View
• This view provides a simple display of Standard vs. Sample and Pass/Fail results.
Figure 98. EZ View Display
❖ View Options includes the selection of No Color Scale, Pass/Fail, Precision and
Font Size.
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Figure 99. EZ View Options
Views: Color Data Table

• The Color Data Table view shows Color Scale, Color Difference, and Index data for the
Standards and Samples in the job.
Figure 100. Color Data Display
• Options such as Tolerances, Data Order, Interval, Date, Distance, Turntable Movement,
Height, Time and Pass/Fail can be selected for viewing using the View Options.
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Figure 101. Color Data Screen: View Options
• A long press on the Sample can enable the user to make the sample into a Standard, change
the name or delete the reading.
Figure 102. Changing a Sample into a Standard
❖ To delete a Sample (or Standard), select Delete and then confirm the action.
Figure 103. Delete the Sample Measurement
• A long press on the Standard will enable the user to edit or delete the Standard. Edit opens
the Standard and Tolerances dialog box. Delete will delete the standard from the current
workspace.
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Views: Spectral Data Table

• The Spectral Data Table displays percent reflectance or absorbance values for each selected
measurement at the wavelengths being measured.
Figure 104. Spectral Data Table
• Selections include Absolute or Difference, Reflectance or K/S. Enter the start and stop
wavelength, the interval and the precision and press OK to continue.
Figure 105. Spectral Data Table Options
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Views: Spectral Plot

• This view provides a plot of wavelength vs. spectral measurement parameter.
Figure 106. Spectral Plot View
• Press Clear All to remove all the samples to display. Press Select All to enable display of all
samples. To select an individual sample, click on the respective Sample in the list located on
the right edge of the screen.
• The Samples List is paginated. Click the left and right arrow buttons below the samples list
to navigate between pages.
• Press and hold on the left/right page number arrows under the sample list to show a small
dialog box. This dialog allows you to select the number of records per page to display and
the page number to display.
Figure 107. Spectral Plot Options
• Spectral Plot Options: There are three choices for spectral plot options:
❖ K/S – mathematical calculation based on reflectance and determined at each
wavelength for the standard and sample.
❖ Reflectance - Displays the reflectance value at each wavelength.
❖ % Strength – Percentage of the ratio of the K/S of the sample to the K/S of the
standard.
• Uncheck the Options: Show Background, to display the plot with white background color.
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• Check Options: Auto Range to automatically scale the contents to fit. If Auto Range is not
selected, then enter the Y- and X-axis range to display.
Views: Trend Plot

• This tool can be used to study the trends in production and identify color variations. There
are four parameters of color measurement (three scale values and optional indice) which
can be represented in four traces. If a sample point is selected in one of the four traces, it is
highlighted in the other 3 traces in blue. The name is shown at the bottom right hand
corner of the View. The Average and Standard Deviation can be shown as per the view
configuration settings.
Figure 108. Trend Plot
▪ View Options for the Trend Plot include the type of display, the statistics and the
number of readings per display.
Figure 109. Trend Plot Options
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▪ View Options:Traces set the ranges for the traces or allow selection of Auto Range.
Trace 1 to 3 uses the current Color Measurement Scale and Trace 4 will allow for
measurement of differences or an index. The user can select which Traces to view
and set control limits as a percent.
Figure 110. Trend Plot Traces
Views: Color Plot

• This shows the sample location in two-dimensional Color Space with respect to the standard
for difference measurements or the samples in absolute measurement. For differences, the
standard is the center point of the plot and the samples are plotted separately on the graph.
• The displayed samples are shown in a list box on the right of the screen. The color plot can
be zoomed, and the data points can be viewed in detail.
• Press and hold on the left/right page number arrows to show a small dialog box. This dialog
allows you to select the number of records per page to display and the default page number
to display.
Figure 111. Color Plot View
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Figure 112. Color Plot Options
• The tolerance plot is available in rectangular and elliptical color space. The Pass/Fail sample
points are shown in green and red when in difference mode, respectively. In Absolute
Mode, they are shown in green.
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Special Functions
Auto-Exporting Data through a Network Connection

Connect Aeros to a Network. You can connect Aeros to a network hub using the Ethernet cable or
connect Aeros to a network hotspot through a WiFi connection. The computer must be connected to the
same network as the Aeros.
Option A: Connect to a network hub using an ethernet

• Hardware needed: Ethernet cable plugged into the back of the Aeros and the other
end to a network hub.
Figure 113. Ethernet Cable
• To connect Aeros to network, go to Workspaces > Preferences and Select Config

Network Settings.
Figure 114. Preferences (General) > Network Settings
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Figure 115. Configure Ethernet
• Select Configure Ethernet Settings.

• Check Use DHCP for Ethernet Config. Please write down the IP address showing in
the Ethernet Setting dialog. You can also check the IP address of Aeros in Jobs >
About > Info.
Figure 116. Select DCHP
• Go to Workspace > Preferences and select Auto Network Data Export

Measurement using a check and select Config. Choose Aeros as Server and Port
number as 11111. You can also choose a delimiter to mark your data.
Figure 117. Auto Export Measurement
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Figure 118. Network Data Export
• Configure the computer with the following settings:

❖ Set computer as client.
❖ Enter the IP address of Aeros as recorded above.
❖ Set the port number as 11111.
• After all have been set, the data is ready to be exported from Aeros to the
computer.
Figure 119. Data Export
Optional B: Connect to a hotspot through the WiFi connection

• To connect Aeros to network, go to Workspaces> Preferences and select Config
Network Settings.
Figure 120. Configure Network Settings
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• Select Configure WiFi Settings and the WiFi configuration dialog will be prompted.
Figure 121. Configure WIFI settings
• Please search and connect to the available WiFi and write down the IP address
showing in this dialog. After the WiFi configuration, please click the floating Back
Button to go back to Essentials app.
Figure 122. Find IP Address
Figure 123. Find IP Address (Part2)
• Go back to Workspaces > Preferences > Auto Export Measurement and check
‘Config’. Choose Act as Server and Port number as 11111. You can also choose a
delimiter to mark your data.
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Figure 124. Network Data Export Config
• Configure the computer with the following settings:

❖ Set computer as client
❖ Enter the IP address of Aeros which is recorded in step 1 above
❖ Put the port number as 11111
• After all the setting, you should be ready to get the data exported from Aeros to the
computer.
Auto-Exporting Data via Direct Connection between Aeros and a Computer

Ethernet cable is plugged into the back of the Aeros and the other end is connected to the computer.
Ethernet adapter USB can be applied here if the computer does not have available Ethernet port.
• Materials Needed: Ethernet cable and Ethernet adapter to USB can be applied here if the
computer does not have available Ethernet port. Hardware needed: Ethernet cable and Ethernet
adapter to USB can be applied here if the computer does not have available Ethernet port.
Figure 125. Ethernet Cable
Figure 126. Ethernet to USB Adapter
• Connect Aeros to Computer:
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❖ Plug Ethernet cable into RJ-45 Ethernet connection at rear of Aeros.
Ethernet Port
Figure 127. Rear View of Aeros
❖ Plug the other end into the Computer or into the Ethernet adapter
• Open Command Prompt in the PC.
Type in ipconfig, find the right ethernet (in this case, it is Ethernet adapter Ethernet) and
write down autoconfiguration IPv4 Address as well as the Subnet Mask.
Figure 128. Command Prompt ipconfig
• Configure the Aeros

Open Aeros Essentials, go to Workspaces > Preferences > Configure Network Settings. First,
select the Ethernet configuration. Uncheck Use DHCP for Ethernet Config. Type in IP
address and Subnet Mask manually. The IP address here should be same as the
autoconfiguration IPv4 Address in the PC, except changing the last number. The Subnet
Mask is the exact same.
Figure 129. Configuration Parameters for Ethernet
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❖ Press Apply on the Ethernet Configuration and then Apply on the Preferences Page
to complete.
❖ Turn the instrument off and then back on.
❖ Go to Preferences and select Auto Network Data Export.
Figure 130. Read Options> Auto Export Measurements
❖ For a direct connection between Aeros and data collection computer, set up the
Aeros as a Client.
❖ Enter the computer IP address here, in this case 169.254.113.144 and the Port as
10001. Press Apply on the screen to continue.
Figure 131. Read Options Export
❖ Aeros is now ready to send data.

• Configure the Computer:
❖ Connection configurations differ depending on data collection software. The data

collection computer will be set up as a Server.
❖ Connect as follows:
• Set computer as server
• Enter the computer IP address 169.254.113.144
• Put the port number as 10001
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• Send Data from the Aeros:

❖ Configure the Color Data Table with the color scale and parameters to be
measured.
Figure 132. Data Output
Tips & Tricks: Recover Unsaved Measurement Data

• In the case where the application is closed unexpectedly, the data is temporarily stored in a
table along with the Job details. When the application restarts, a prompt allows the user to
recover the data.
Figure 133. Recover Data
• If the user answers ‘YES, all measurements are recovered into a new job or appended to a
saved job.
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Specifications
The specifications and characteristics of the 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.
Note: Do not leave Aeros in an area where temperature or humidity extremes are
possible.
Operating Conditions
Storage Temperature (3weeks) -21°C to 66°C (-5°F to 150°F)

Operating Temperature 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Noncondensing Humidity 10% to 90%
Calibrated instrument White Tile,
Certificate of Traceability, Black
Glass Standard, Green Diagnostic
Standard Accessories Tile, Standards Box, 30.5 cm (12-
in) and 15.2 cm (6 in) sample
pans, Power Supply, Quick Start
Guide, Aeros User’s Guide on CD
Physical Characteristics
Weight 23.0 kg (50.0 lbs)
Dimensions 56 cm x 38 cm x 51 cm
(Height x width x depth) (22.0 in x 15 in x 20 in)
Maximum Sample Height 65 – 140 mm (2.5 – 5.5 in)
Communications I/O:
USB Front & Rear Panel Connectivity to printer,
keyboard, mouse and other
peripherals;
Ethernet RJ45 Print directly to standalone or
network printers; email directly
from the instrument; stream data
to LIMS and SPC systems;
Remote Access Support Enabled
System Power 100 – 240 VAC, 47 – 63 Hz to
universal power supply @ 24
VDC/3.75A
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Conditions of Illumination and Viewing

Light Source Full spectrum balanced LED system array
Dual Beam 256 element diode array and high
Spectrophotometer resolution, concave holographic grating
Dual-beam Non-Contact Reflectance
Measurement Principle
Spectrophotometer
Measurement Method Rotating platter @ 12 RPM
Area Measured per 177.25 cm2 (27.5 in2)
Rotation
Instrument Performance
Range: 400-700 nm
Spectral Data
Reporting Interval (nm): 10 nm
Spectral Resolution <3 nm
Reporting Interval 10 nm
Continuous at 7 measurements
Sampling Rate
per second
Photometric Range 0-150%
Measurement Duration 5 seconds (1 rotation)
Measurements per Rotation 35
Inter-instrument Agreement on ∆E*L*a*b* < 0.30 (Avg)
BCRA II Tile Set ∆E* (L*a*b*) < 0.50 (Max) on
Colorimetric Repeatability ∆E*< 0.025 Max on White Tile
Measurement
Color Data, Spectral Data, Spectral
Data Views Plot, EZ View, Tristimulus Color Plot,
Trend Plot
A, C, D50, D55, D65, D75, F02, F07,
Illuminants
F11, TL84, ULT30, ULT35
Observers 2° and 10°
CIE L*a*b*, Hunter Lab, CIE L*C*h,
Color Scales
CIE Yxy, CIE XYZ and differences
Color Difference Indices ∆E*, ∆E, ∆E CMC, ∆E 2000
E313 Yellowness, E313 Whiteness, YI
D1925, Y Brightness, Z%, 457nm
Indices and Metrics
Brightness, Baking Contrast Units,
Tint, HCCI, SCCA
Data Storage 500,000 Records max
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Regulatory Notice
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Features, Accessories & Maintenance
Aeros Maintenance & Safety

The Aeros is engineered to be virtually maintenance free. This section outlines the few parts of the sensor
that are to be maintained for the instrument to function properly.
• Cleaning the Aeros
The Aeros is NOT waterproof, but the exterior of the case may be wiped with a damp cloth.
• Power Required
Voltage: 100-240 VAC, 3.75A, 47/63 Hz
Single Phase
60 VA maximum
Installation Category (Over Voltage): II
• Safety
▪ Do not view the instrument LED’s directly as it may be damaging to the eyes.
▪ Do not submerge the instrument in water.
▪ Do not take the instrument apart as there are ‘no user serviceable parts’ in the
instrument.
▪ Do not disassemble the instrument and attempt to clean the optical components.
▪ Do not open the instrument or remove any covers except using the instructions
given in this User’s Manual or under the direction of HunterLab Technical Support.
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Instrument Replacement, Repair, Problems, and Questions

The following HunterLab policies are described in this chapter:
• Warranty
• Shipping claims
• Returns/service
• Technical assistance.
Warranty
HunterLab warrants that all instruments it manufactures are free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use. This warranty is limited to repairing or replacing any defective
hardware or software that may cause the instrument to perform outside of its specified tolerances.
This warranty is one year from date of shipment of new instruments and two months from the date of
shipment of repaired instruments.
Note: Printers and computers are covered under the original manufacturer’s warranty.
The warranty is void if the user has made unauthorized repairs, improperly installation, operated, or
subjected the instrument to conditions outside of the operating conditions specified in the product
documentation.
The HunterLab warranty does not cover consumable items such as lamps, fuses, batteries, etc. An
instrument registration card is available online at https://www.hunterlab.com/ras-registration.html.
It is important that the instrument owner fills this out on receipt of equipment.
Questions concerning operation, maintenance, or repair of your equipment can be directed to the
Service Department at Service@hunterlab.com. Additional information can be obtained at
http://support.hunterlab.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
Per 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 your instrument arrives broken or damaged.
• Freight or Express
❖ Notify your local carrier.
❖ 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.
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❖ 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.
❖ Advise HunterLab regarding replacement.
▪ Parcel Post Shipment

❖ Notify HunterLab at once in writing, giving details of the loss or damage.
This information is required for filing a claim.
❖ Hold the damaged goods with their container and packaging for possible
inspection by postal authorities.
❖ Advise HunterLab regarding replacement.
▪ United Parcel Service

❖ Contact your local UPS office regarding damage and insurance claims. Each
UPS office has a different method of handling these occurrences and yours
will advise you of its procedures.
❖ Retain the container and packaging.
❖ Notify HunterLab at once for replacement.
Shortage
• Perform the following procedure if your order appears to be missing items.
▪ Check the packing list notations. The apparent shortage may be a backordered item
and may be marked as an intentional short-ship.
▪ Re-inspect the container and packing material, particularly to locate smaller items.
▪ Ascertain that the item was not removed by unauthorized personnel prior to
complete unpacking and checking.
▪ Notify HunterLab immediately of the shortage in writing.
Incorrect Shipment
• Perform the following procedure if material received does not correspond with your order.
▪ Notify HunterLab immediately, referencing your order number and item.
▪ Hold incorrect items until return shipping instructions are received.
Returns for Repair

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
the HunterLab Service Department to obtain an SRO to return an instrument for service.
Do not return any damaged or incorrect items until all shipping instructions are received.
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HunterLab offers complete repair services for all instruments it manufactures. Call HunterLab for the
service facility nearest your location. If your equipment is not functioning properly, contact HunterLab
Service for maintenance or repair instructions. Many times, this on-the-spot diagnosis is all that is
required.
If repair is required, the instrument may be returned to a HunterLab service facility. For schedule and
terms for repairs, call HunterLab Service. Please read the next section, “When You Need Assistance,”
prior to contacting HunterLab.
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 your instrument to return it to
HunterLab for repair. Please save the original packing to use if needed. These instructions
do not replace the recommended professional packaging for your instrument, but may
assist in eliminating the need for a shipment claim due to faulty packaging. Purchasing
freight insurance does not guarantee a successful damaged shipment claim if the carrier
determines the instrument was not packaged properly.
▪ All instrument tiles, black glass, power supply, power cords, and cables for the
instrument should be included in your shipment. Your repair estimate will be
delayed if the instrument tiles are shipped separately later.
▪ Cover the measurement port. Do not use duct tape. “Painter’s tape” is preferred,
as it will not leave residue on the instrument.
▪ Place the instrument inside original box. Styrofoam peanuts should not be used as
packing material for instruments, as they can suspend items weighing only up to 5
pounds. Observe the information listed on the bottom of most cartons about burst
strength and gross weight limits. Single wall cardboard cartons should not be used.
(A proper packing carton with packing material may be purchased from HunterLab,
if desired.)
▪ Insure the shipment.
▪ Provide an itemized packing list of all contents of the shipment.
▪ Label the carton(s) as follows:
HunterLab
Attn: SRO #____________
11491 Sunset Hills Road
Reston, VA 20190
U.S.A.
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When You Need Assistance

When you have a problem with an instrument or software, or need technical advice concerning a
specific application, you may want to consult the support.hunterlab.com webpage. If you need to
contact HunterLab for assistance, please have the following information available:
• The type of sensor for which you need assistance (Aeros).
• The serial number of the instrument (found on the back of the unit).
• The type of processor or software you are using 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.
• 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.
• The steps performed prior to the start of the problem.
• Steps already performed to reconcile the problem and/or results of any diagnostic tests.
• The type of product being measured.
• Environmental conditions under which the instrument is normally used (temperature,
humidity, dust, fumes, etc.)
• Whether the instrument has recently been moved or the computer reconfigured.
• The name(s) of any HunterLab personnel with whom you have previously discussed the
problem. The HunterLab address within the United States is available on the previous
page. Customers outside the United States should contact their HunterLab distributor
for initial assistance.
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Index
Auto Save Job, 35 New Workspace, 43

Average, 34 Operating Conditions, 75
Backup/Restore, 29 Read Options, 33
Color Data screen, 15 Recall, 25
Color Data Table, 11, 33, 43, 59, 60 Sample Name, 37
Color Plot View, 65 Sensor Status, 18
color scale, 15, 60 Spectral Data Table, 62
Color Scales, 31 Spectral Plot View, 63
Continuous Read, 34 Standard and Tolerances, 39
Data Management, 24 Standardization, 11
Delete, 29 Standardize, 44
Diagnostics, 45 Standards & Tolerances, 15
Email, 28 Taking a Measurement, 11
Ethernet Port, 8 Tolerances, 40, 60
Export, 27 Tools, 44
EZ View, 33, 40, 59 Trend Plot, 33, 64
Import, 25 USB Connectors, 8
Index Bias Correction, 35 User Manager, 55
Instrument Power, 8 View Flippers, 17, 43, 59
Jobs, 19, 21 View Options, 18, 40, 59, 60, 64
Keyboard & Mouse, 8 Views, 43
Mail Settings, 28 Workspace, 11, 15, 18, 31
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Table of Figures
Figure 1. Calibration Box 7
Figure 2. Rear View with Connectors 7
Figure 3. USB Port on Rear of Instrument 8
Figure 4. Measurement Screen 11
Figure 5. Sensor Moves to Top 12
Figure 6. Read the Black Glass for Bottom-of-Scale 12
Figure 7. Read the White Tile for Top-of-Scale 12
Figure 8. Completed Standardization 13
Figure 9. Standardization Status Bar 13
Figure 10. New Workspace 13
Figure 11. Name New Workspace 14
Figure 12. Read Options: Measurement Configuration 15
Figure 13. Changing, Renaming or Deleting a Sample 15
Figure 14. Edit/Delete a Standard 16
Figure 15. User Interface Screen for Aeros & Essentials 17
Figure 16. Sensor Serial Number 18
Figure 17. Job Menu 21
Figure 18. Open A Job 22
Figure 19. Save A Job 22
Figure 20. Workspace & System Settings > Preferences > Print 22
Figure 21. Save as PDF 23
Figure 22. Save PDF to Downloads File 23
Figure 23. Download File Contents 24
Figure 24. Data Management Menu 24
Figure 25. Recall Measurements 25
Figure 26. Import Job 26
Figure 27. Import Workspace 26
Figure 28. Export Current Job 27
Figure 29. Export Standard 27
Figure 30. Select Download Folder for PDF File Export 28
Figure 31. Enter an Address to Email a Job 28
Figure 32. Enter SMTP Mail Server Information 29
Figure 33. Job > About the Software 29
Figure 34. Instrument Info 30
Figure 35. Workspace Parameters 31
Figure 36. Color Measurement Scales 31
Figure 37. Illuminant/Observer Configuration 32
Figure 38. Index Configuration 32
Figure 39. Color Measurement Differences 32
Figure 40. Read Options 34
Figure 41. Reading and Averaging 34
Figure 42. Continuous Read 35
Figure 43. Auto Save Job 35
Figure 44. Slope & Bias Correction 36
Figure 45. Input Gain & Bias 36
Figure 46. Prompt for Sample (Standard) Name 37
Figure 47. Input Sample Name 37
Figure 48. Measurement Configuration 38
Figure 49. Creating a Sample Profile 38
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Figure 50. Place sample on Turntable 38

Figure 51. Sample Profile Complete 38
Figure 52. Tolerances Configuration 39
Figure 53. Enter Tolerances 39
Figure 54. Index Selection and Tolerances 40
Figure 55. Indices & Tolerances on CDT 40
Figure 56. Hitch Standardization 41
Figure 57. AutoTolerance Configuration 42
Figure 58. Difference Tolerance Configuration 42
Figure 59. Indices Tolerance Configuration 42
Figure 60. Workspace Views 43
Figure 61. New Workspace 43
Figure 62. Name the New Workspace 43
Figure 63. Begin Standardization 44
Figure 64. Attach Standardization Box with Black Glass 44
Figure 65. Change to White Tile 44
Figure 66. Standardization is Complete 45
Figure 67. Performance Diagnostics Menu 45
Figure 68. Set up for Colorimetric Repeatability 45
Figure 69. Standardize the Instrument 46
Figure 70. Read White Tile 46
Figure 71. Begin Repeatability Readings on White Tile 46
Figure 72. Repeatability Readings with Pass/Fail 47
Figure 73. Diagnostics Repeatability Test Results 47
Figure 74. Input Target Values for Green Tile 47
Figure 75. Attach the Green Tile 48
Figure 76. Green Tile Readings 48
Figure 77. Advanced Menu 48
Figure 78. Insert USB with Printer Driver 49
Figure 79. Select Printer Driver 49
Figure 80. Updating Printer Drivers 50
Figure 81. Printer Driver Installed 50
Figure 82. Printer Page 51
Figure 83. Select Region 51
Figure 84. Remote Access Screen 52
Figure 85. Webconnect to HunterLab 52
Figure 86. System Settings> Preferences> General Page 53
Figure 87. Enable Novice Tool Tips 53
Figure 88. Example of Novice Tool Tip 53
Figure 89. Network Settings 54
Figure 90. System Settings> Preferences> Configure Print Page 54
Figure 91. Create a Group 55
Figure 92. Setup Administrative & General Users 55
Figure 93. User Privileges 56
Figure 94. Enabling Security 56
Figure 95. Login Credentials 56
Figure 96. Enable Last Login Credentials 57
Figure 97. Workspace > select Views 59
Figure 98. EZ View Display 59
Figure 99. EZ View Options 60
Figure 100. Color Data Display 60
Figure 101. Color Data Screen: View Options 61
Figure 102. Changing a Sample into a Standard 61
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Figure 103. Delete the Sample Measurement 61

Figure 104. Spectral Data Table 62
Figure 105. Spectral Data Table Options 62
Figure 106. Spectral Plot View 63
Figure 107. Spectral Plot Options 63
Figure 108. Trend Plot 64
Figure 109. Trend Plot Options 64
Figure 110. Trend Plot Traces 65
Figure 111. Color Plot View 65
Figure 112. Color Plot Options 66
Figure 113. Ethernet Cable 67
Figure 114. Preferences (General) > Network Settings 67
Figure 115. Configure Ethernet 68
Figure 116. Select DCHP 68
Figure 117. Auto Export Measurement 68
Figure 118. Network Data Export 69
Figure 119. Data Export 69
Figure 120. Configure Network Settings 69
Figure 121. Configure WIFI settings 70
Figure 122. Find IP Address 70
Figure 123. Find IP Address (Part2) 70
Figure 124. Network Data Export Config 71
Figure 125. Ethernet Cable 71
Figure 126. Ethernet to USB Adapter 71
Figure 127. Rear View of Aeros 72
Figure 128. Command Prompt ipconfig 72
Figure 129. Configuration Parameters for Ethernet 72
Figure 130. Read Options> Auto Export Measurements 73
Figure 131. Read Options Export 73
Figure 132. Data Output 74
Figure 133. Recover Data 74
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User’s Manual for Aeros and EasyMatch Essentials v 1.

User’s Manual for Aeros®

Hunter Associates Laboratory

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TAKING A SIMPLE MEASUREMENT .................................................................... 11

NAVIGATING THE ESSENTIALS SCREEN .............................................................. 17

TOOL BAR: JOBS FUNCTION ............................................................................. 21

TOOL BAR: WORKSPACE & SYSTEM SETTINGS .................................................. 31

Workspace: Color Scales ........................................................................................................................ 31

TOOLBAR: OPTIONS (VIEWS) ............................................................................ 59

SPECIAL FUNCTIONS ...................................................................................... 67

Operating Conditions .............................................................................................................................. 75

FEATURES, ACCESSORIES & MAINTENANCE ...................................................... 79

Setting Up the Aeros

Figure 1. Calibration Box

Figure 2. Rear View with Connectors

Keyboard and Mouse

Front and Rear USB Connectors

USB Data Port

Figure 3. USB Port on Rear of Instrument

Moving the Unit

Taking a Simple Measurement

What is HunterLab Aeros & EasyMatch Essentials?

Connecting the Sensor and Taking a Measurement

Figure 4. Measurement Screen

Figure 5. Sensor Moves to Top

Figure 6. Read the Black Glass for Bottom-of-Scale

Figure 7. Read the White Tile for Top-of-Scale

▪ Remove the calibration box when standardization is completed. Click OK.

Figure 8. Completed Standardization

▪ Standardization is updated and reported as Standardized on the bottom of the

Figure 9. Standardization Status Bar

• Create a workspace for your product

Figure 10. New Workspace

Figure 11. Name New Workspace

Figure 12. Read Options: Measurement Configuration

Figure 13. Changing, Renaming or Deleting a Sample

Figure 14. Edit/Delete a Standard

Navigating the Essentials Screen

Standardization Current Job &

Figure 15. User Interface Screen for Aeros & Essentials

• Samples are read using this key.

Tools: View Flippers

Figure 16. Sensor Serial Number

Tools: Jobs Status/Workspace Status

Tools: Move Sensor to Top

• This tool moves the sensor head to the top.

Tools: View Options

Tools: Workspace & System Settings

Tool Bar: Jobs Function

Under the Job function, the following tasks can be accomplished:

Figure 17. Job Menu

Figure 18. Open A Job

Jobs: Save & Save As

Figure 19. Save A Job

Figure 21. Save as PDF

Figure 22. Save PDF to Downloads File

Figure 23. Download File Contents

Jobs: Data Management

Figure 24. Data Management Menu

D65 2/10 CIE Lab dLab* 457nm Brightness Pass/Fail1

C 2/10 CIE LCh dLCh Tint E313 Tolerances