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USTER
® HVI SPECTRUM
Instruction Manual
Uster Technologies, Inc. Chapter 1
Overview • Page 1-1
Chapter 1 Overview
1
Purpose
This manual is intended for those operators who are responsible for the
operation of the Uster Technologies’
HVI SPECTRUM
instrument. It
contains the information necessary to setup the system, perform
calibrations, test fibers, and generate/analyze data using user-defined
reports as well as the accompanying software, QualiProfile and
B
ALE
M
ANAGER
.
2
Introduction
The
HVI SPECTRUM
instrument measures the seven physical
characteristics defined by the United States Department of Agriculture
(USDA) in its cotton marketing system. It measures Fiber Length,
Strength, Length Uniformity, Elongation, Micronaire, Color, and Trash.
All of these properties are important in fiber research, in the
development of improved fiber blends, and in verifying that purchased
fiber meets specifications.
The
HVI SPECTRUM
fiber test system offers precise and reliable
automated operation with computer-controlled calibration and
diagnostics.
All functions are controlled by dedicated microprocessors to simplify
operation and to provide flexibility in testing parameters. The computer
system has both a 3.5-inch floppy drive and a CD-ROM drive.