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      Setting a Reference Curve

      This article explains how to set up and maintain a Reference Curve.


      Why use a Reference Curve?

      As you begin, it's important to note the following details:

      • The terms "Reference Roast" and "Reference Curve" refer to the same concept and can be used interchangeably.
      • Before creating a Reference Curve, we recommend creating a Profile for all your Recipes. 


      A Reference Curve is a crucial resource designed to enhance your consistency in roasting. It serves as a guiding framework throughout the roasting process.

      We recommend setting a Reference Curve for each of the Profiles you create. 


      The Reference Curve appears as a grey line in the background of your Roasting Intelligence (RI) interface, serving as a guiding reference throughout the roasting process.
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      Setting the Reference Curve

      You can set the Reference Curve in four different ways:

      1. Via the Profile details page
      2. Directly within the Roasting Intelligence (RI)
      3. Via direct selection in your Cropster account
      4. Via Roast Compare in your Cropster account

      Via the Profile details page at Profile creation


      By following the steps below, you can set a Reference Curve via the Profile details page: 

      1. Log in to the online platform C-sar.
      2. Navigate to Roasts on the main menu bar and select Profiles.
      3. Click on the PR tag of the Profile you wish to set as a Reference. You will be directed to the Profile details page. 
      4. Click on the green + Set reference roast button. 
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      Directly within the Roasting Intelligence (RI)

      By following the steps below, you can set the Reference Curve directly within Roasting Intelligence (RI):

      1. Open the Production bar.
      2. Select the roasted batch you would like to set as a reference and click the dots (...). 
      3. Select Mark as reference.
        💡 Once you mark the roast as a reference the changes will take immediate effect via the online platform C-sar as well. 
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      Via direct selection on the online platform C-sar


      By following the steps below, you can set the Reference Curve via direct selection:

      1. Log in to the online platform C-sar. 
      2. Navigate to Roasts on the main menu bar to get to the Roast overview page. 
      3. Click on the star icon next to the  PR tag of the roast you would like to set as a reference.
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      Via Roast Compare on the online platform C-sar

      For optimal results, we suggest using this method after you have completed several roasting batches.

      By following the steps below, you can set the Reference Curve via Roast Compare:

      1. Log in to the online platform C-sar. 
      2. Navigate to Roasts on the main menu bar. You will be directed to the Roast overview page. 
      3. Choose the completed roasts you wish to compare by checking the boxes next to their respective ID tags.
      4. Click Compare roasts. 
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      5. To set the Reference Curve, click on the star symbol next to the PR tag. 
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      FAQs

      How do I remove the Reference Curve? 

      By following the steps below, you can remove the Reference Curve:
      1. Navigate to Roast > Profiles.
      2. Choose the Profile from which you want to remove the Reference Curve by clicking on the Profile's Name.
      3. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to the History of References. 
      4. Click the respective checkboxes for the Reference Curves you wish to remove.
      5. Select the DeleteIcon-png Delete icon. 
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      6. The chosen Reference Curve(s) will be removed.

      How many roasts can I compare at a time? 

      You can compare a maximum of 10 roasts at a time. 
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      Can I reset the Reference Curve?

      Yes, you can. You can click on the grey Reset Prior reference button right next to the yellow star on the page. As a result of this action, the selected roast will no longer be designated as the reference.
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      Congratulations! You are now ready to set up and maintain your Reference Curve.

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