Jenway 6715, 6705, 6700 Instruction Manual

67 Series Spectrophotometers

Models 6700, 6705 & 6715

Operating Manual

670 005/REV D/11-11

Contents

		Page
Safety		7
Guarantee		8
Section 1 - Introduction
1.1	Instrument Description	9
1.2	Instrument Specifications	10-11
1.3	Good Practice Guidelines	11-12
Section 2 - Getting Started
2.1	Unpacking	13-14
2.2	Installation	14-15
2.2.1	Location	14
2.2.2	Supply voltage	14
2.2.3	Mains connections	14
2.2.4	Touch screen functions	15
2.2.5	Toolbar icons	16-20
2.2.6	Rear panel layout	21
2.2.7	Power on and self tests	22
Section 3 - Systems of Operation
3.1	Multi-User and Free Operation	23
3.2	Memory Structure	23
3.2.1	Memory selection	23
3.2.2	Memory Hierarchy	24
3.3	Creating Methods	24-25
3.4	File and Data Management	25-26
Section 4 - Instrument Settings
4.1	Menu Options	27
4.2	Set Time & Date	27
4.3	User Preferences	27
4.3.1	Adjust User PIN	28
4.3.2	Language	28
4.3.3	Method View Settings	28
4.3.4	Touch Screen Click	29
4.3.5	Brightness	29
4.3.6	Adjust Date & Time	29
4.4	About	30
4.5	Form Feed	30
4.6	Administration Functions	30
4.6.1	Instrument ID	31
4.6.2	Screen Dump	31
4.6.3	Modify Users	31
4.6.3.1	Create New User	32
4.6.3.2	Delete User	32
4.6.3.3	Delete All Users	32
4.6.3.4	Reset User PIN	33
4.7	Memory Manager	33

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Section 5 - Photometrics Mode
5.1	Principles of Measurement	34
5.2	Free Operation	34-37
	Setting Method ID	35
	Setting Wavelength	36
	Setting Method Security	36
	Setting Batch ID	36
	Auto Log Settings…	37
5.3	Logged In Measurement	38-41
	Creating a New Method	39
	Setting Method ID	39
	Setting Wavelength	39
	Setting Method Security	40
	Setting Batch ID	40
	Auto Log Settings…	41
	File & Data Management	42-43
5.4	Performing Measurements – all users	44
	Zeroing the Instrument	44
	Measuring the Sample	44
Section 6 - Spectrum Mode
6.1	Principles of Measurement	45
6.2	Free Operation	45-52
	Setting Method ID	46
	Selecting Measurement Mode	46
	Setting Wavelengths (Start & End)	47
	Selecting Plot Interval	48
	Setting Method Security	49
	Setting Additional Set-up Parameters using the Toolbar Icons	49-52
	Setting Analysis Points	49
	Setting Auto-Scale	50
	Selecting Plot Colour	50
	Selecting Axis Colour	51
	Setting Batch ID	51
	Setting Graph Data Points	51
	Selecting Printer Media	52
	Auto Log Settings…	52
6.3	Logged In Measurement	53-56
	Creating a New Method	54
	Setting Method ID	54
	Selecting Measurement Mode	54
	Setting Wavelengths (Start & End)	55
	Selecting Plot Interval	56
	Setting Method Security	56
	Setting Additional Set-up Parameters using the Toolbar Icons	57-60
	Setting Analysis Points	57
	Setting Auto-Scale	58
	Selecting Plot Colour	58
	Selecting Axis Colour	59
	Setting Batch ID	59

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	Setting Graph Data Points	59
	Selecting Printer Media	60
	Auto Log Settings…	60
	File & Data Management	61-62
6.4	Performing Measurements – all users	63-69
	Performing a Scan	63
	Peforming a Baseline	63
	Scanning the Sample	63-64
	Analysing the Scan	64-65
	Area Under Curve	65
	Co-ordinate Tagging	66
	Auto Peak & Valley Tagging	66-67
	Obtaining Derivative Spectra	67
	Overlaying Scans	68
	Adding or Subtracting Spectra	69
Section 7 - Multi-Wavelength Mode
7.1	Principles of Measurement	70
7.2	Free Operation	70-75
	Setting Method ID	71
	Selecting Measurement Mode	72
	Selecting Sample Style	72
	Setting Method Security	72
	Setting Wavelengths	73
	Calculations	73
	Sum	73-74
	Setting Batch ID	74
	Selecting Printer Media	74
	Auto Log Settings...	75
7.3	Logged In Measurement	76-83
	Creating a New Method	77
	Setting Method ID	77
	Selecting Measurement Mode	77
	Selecting Sample Style	78
	Setting Method Security	78
	Setting Wavelengths	79
	Calculations	79
	Sum	79-80
	Setting Batch ID	80
	Selecting Printer Media	80
	Auto Log Settings…	81
	File & Data Management	82-83
7.4	Performing Measurements – all users	84
Section 8 - Kinetics Mode
8.1	Principles of Measurement	85
8.2	Free Operation	85-93
	Setting Method ID	86
	Setting Wavelength	87
	Selecting Measurement Mode	87
	Run Settings…	87-89

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	Setting Run Time	88
	Setting Lag Time	88
	Setting Start On Level	88
	Setting Start Level	89
	Setting Method Security	89
	Standard	89
	Factor	90
	Selecting Resolution	90
	Selecting Units	90
	Setting Auto-Scale	91
	Selecting Axis Colour	91
	Setting Batch ID	92
	Setting Graph Data Points	92
	Selecting Printer Media	92
	Auto Log Settings…	93
8.3	Logged In Measurement	94-104
	Creating a New Method	95
	Setting Method ID	95
	Setting Wavelength	95
	Selecting Measurement Mode	96
	Run Settings…	96-97
	Setting Run Time	96
	Setting Lag Time	97
	Setting Start On Level	97
	Setting Start Level	97
	Setting Method Security	98
	Setting Concentration Parameters	98-99
	Standard	98
	Factor	99
	Selecting Resolution	99
	Selecting Units	99
	Setting Auto-Scale	100
	Selecting Axis Colour	100
	Setting Batch ID	101
	Setting Graph Data Points	101
	Selecting Printer Media	101
	Auto Log Settings…	102
	File & Data Management	103-104
8.4	Performing Measurements – all users	105
Section 9 - Quantitation Mode
9.1	Principles of Measurement	106
9.2	Free Operation	106-113
	Setting method ID	107
	Selecting Measurement Mode	108
	Setting Wavelength	108
	Selecting Resolution	108
	Selecting Units	109
	Replicates Setup…	109
	Setting Method Security	109
	Selecting Calibration Standards	110

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	Setting Curve Fit	110
	Setting Auto Scale	111
	Selecting Plot Colour	111
	Selecting Axis Colour	112
	Setting Batch ID	112
	Setting Graph Data Points	112
	Selecting Printer Media	113
	Auto Log Settings…	113
9.3	Logged In Measurement	114-123
	Creating a New Method	115
	Setting Method ID	115
	Selecting Measurement Mode	115
	Setting Wavelength	116
	Selecting Resolution	116
	Selecting Units	116
	Replicates Setup…	117
	Setting Method Security	117
	Selecting Calibration Standards	118
	Setting Curve Fit	118
	Setting Auto Scale	119
	Selecting Plot Colour	119
	Selecting Axis Colour	120
	Setting Batch ID	120
	Setting Graph Data Points	120
	Selecting Printer Media	121
	Auto Log Settings…	121
	File & Data Management	122-123
9.4	Performing Measurements – all users	124
	Post Quantitation Tools	125
Section 10 - Fitting & Using Alternative Modules/Accessories
10.1	Integral Printer Unit	126
10.2	Cell Holder Modules	127
10.3	Automatic 8 & 6 Cell Changer Modules	128-132
10.4	Sipper Pump Module	133-139
10.5	Peltier Module	140-142
10.6	Sipper/Peltier Module	143-151
Section 11 - Maintenance & Troubleshooting
11.1	General	152
11.2	Light Source Replacement	152-155
	Tungsten lamp – Model 6700	153
	Flash lamp module – Models 6705/6715	154-155
SECTION 12 - Declaration of Conformity		156-158
Glossary of Icons		159-161

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Safety

This is important information; please read carefully before installing or using this instrument.

1.The 67 Series Spectrophotometers are designed for operation by trained personnel who are aware of the principles and applications involved. For further help and advice please contact your local distributor, e-mail [e-mail] or visit www.jenway.com

2.The spectrophotometer is a sensitive electronic and optical instrument designed for use in a laboratory environment. Careful adherence to the installation instructions must be observed. If in doubt contact a relevant and competent authority for advice before proceeding.

3.In addition to observing the instructions detailed in the Operating Manual and Service Manual for this instrument all installation, operating and service personnel must be aware of, and employ, a safe system of work.

4.Voltage levels hazardous to life are present in this instrument, for personal safety only trained engineers aware of the risk and avoidance of electric shock should remove protective covers from the instrument.

5.This instrument is designed for minimal maintenance, which must be carried out carefully following the procedures detailed in this manual. All safety instructions in these procedures, as well as those defined locally for the area or environment where the work is being carried out must be observed.

6.Other than for those items defined in the maintenance procedures herein there are no user serviceable items in this instrument. Removal of covers and attempted adjustment or service by unqualified personnel will invalidate any warranty and incur additional charges for repair.

7.Reference should always be made to the Health and Safety Data for any chemicals or reagents used. All available information, advice and warnings on the handling, storage, use and disposal of such must be carefully observed. When not available this data must be requested from the supplier before proceeding in any way.

8.It is important that good laboratory practice is observed when handling samples, chemicals, reagents and ancillary equipment in order to carry out measurement and analysis with this instrument. Suitable safety and personal protective equipment must be used at all times.

9.If it is suspected that safety protection has been impaired in any way, the spectrophotometer must be made inoperative and secured against any intended operation. The fault condition must be reported to the appropriate servicing authority. In all such reports the model number and serial number of the spectrophotometer must be quoted.

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Guarantee

Please read this important guarantee information:

Notwithstanding the description and specification(s) of the instruments contained in the Operating Manual, Jenway hereby reserves the right to make changes as it sees fit to the instruments or to any components of the instruments.

This Manual has been prepared solely for the convenience of Jenway customers and nothing in this Manual shall be taken as a warranty, condition or representation concerning the description, merchantability, fitness for purpose, or otherwise of the instruments or components.

The 67 Series spectrophotometers are guaranteed for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase.

Within this period we undertake to supply replacements free of charge for parts that may on examination prove to be defective, provided that the defect is not the result of misuse, accident or negligence.

On all correspondence, please quote the model and serial number in full and/or the sales order number.

Any instrument requiring service under this guarantee should be taken to the supplier through whom it was purchased, or, in the case of difficulty, it should be carefully packed in its original packaging and consigned, carriage paid, to us. Jenway takes no responsibility for returned goods damaged in transit.

Returned goods will not be processed without a Returns Authorisation Number.

Call the Service Administrator [phone] for the relevant documentation.

Please write the Returns Number on the outside of any packaging and ensure that a copy of a Decontamination Certificate is visible.

Please register online www.jenway.com or complete and return the Registration Document by fax or mail.

The Guarantee will be rendered invalid if any specified non-serviceable parts within the instrument are tampered with (i.e. the monochromator).

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Section 1 - Introduction

1.1Instrument Description

The 67 Series offer a range of unique features and functions to help in the management of methods and data at both individual and multi-user levels.

These units have a specially designed user interface based on a high quality, colour TFT LCD with touch screen technology and QWheel™ support to provide ease-of-use for all operations from set-up to measurement and data handling.

Five main measuring modes are available: Photometrics, Spectrum, Kinetics, Quantitation and

Multi-Wavelength.

The 67 Series have dual memory options that enable you to store settings and data to either internal memory or on a removable SD/Multi-Media memory card. By saving to the removable SD card all settings, methods and results specific to the user can be retained by the individual, offering additional security and allowing easy transfer of data to a PC for storage, manipulation or off-line review. The SD card can also be used in any similar model, giving complete flexibility to use any available instrument. A simple back-up procedure enables easy transfer of all information from the internal memory to the removable media while quickly enabling a group of instruments to be cloned with identical settings.

It is possible for any user to perform simple measurements (Free Operation) at any time, however, logging-in with your own PIN code will allow you to create methods, change settings or store results. Each method can be designated as Public (for open user access), Read-Only (available for all users as read-only information) or Personal (only accessed through your PIN code).

A number of sampling accessories are available as complete, easily interchangeable modules. These include a Sipper Pump, Sipper/Peltier, Automatic Cell Changer, plus a comprehensive range of passive cuvette and test tube holders, which can be fitted in the single cell holder accessory.

The PC Software supplied enables the transfer of data from the instrument or SD card to the PC with rapid copy and paste into spreadsheets or other computer programmes.

QWheel is a registered trademark of Quantum Research

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1.2Instrument Specifications Technical Specification

	6700	6705	6715
Light Source	Tungsten Halogen	Xenon	Xenon
Spectral Bandwidth	4nm	4nm	1.5nm
Stray Light	<0.1% at 340nm	<0.05% at 220nm <0.05% at 220nm
Wavelength Range	320-1100nm	190-1100nm	190-1100nm
Common Specifications
Optics	Sealed, MgF Coated, Split Beam
Wavelength Resolution	0.1nm
Wavelength Accuracy	±1.0nm
Wavelength Repeatability	±0.2nm
Photometric Ranges	-0.300 to 3.000A & 0 to 199.9%T
Photometric Resolution	0.001A & 0.1%T
Photometric Accuracy	±0.005 at 1A
Photometric Stability	<0.001A per hour
Quantitation Range	-99999 to +99999
Number of Standards	20 with up to 5 replicates of each
Curve Fit Algorithms	Linear, Quadratic and Cubic Functions
Multi-wavelength Data Points	Up to 4 wavelengths
Calculations	Difference and ratio
Kinetics Time Limits	30 to 9999 seconds
Kinetics Calibration	Standard or factor
Scan Speed	1500nm/minute at 0.1nm data steps
Post Scan Analysis	Peak/Valley pick, Peak Ratios, Area, Zoom, Wavelength Table,
	Derivatives, Smoothing
Configuration	Secure Multi-User and Free Access
Number of Users	10 + Supervisor
Number of Methods	>500 (on internal flash memory or removable media)
Results Storage	>500 (on internal flash memory or removable media)
Removable Media	MM/SD Memory Card or SD/USB memory card
Interface	USB, Centronics, Analogue
PC Software	Supplied on CD-ROM with USB interface cable
Mains Supply	100 to 230V ac 50 or 60Hz
Sample Compartment	150mm (max. height) x 130mm (w) x 210mm (d)
Size	490x390x220mm
Weight	7.5Kg

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Environmental Operating Conditions:

The 67 Series is designed to work safely under the following conditions:

Temperature	15 to 40ºC
Humidity	0 to 90%RH
Accessory Specifications
Peltier
Temperature Range:	20 to 50° C or 68 to 122° F
Temperature Resolution:	0.1° C or 1° F
Accuracy:	±0.5° C
Stability:	±0.3° C
Red/Green Window:	±0.5° C
Sipper Pump
Modes:
Continuous Aspiration	Flow rate dependent on tube ID.
	(12ml/min with supplied tube)
Timed aspiration	sample/air-gap/wash
sample volumes	75µl min / 9.5ml max.
segment run time	48 secs max.
Memory	Non-volatile

1.3Good Practice Guidelines

1.For optimum performance all spectrophotometers should be sited in a clean, dry, dust free atmosphere. When in use ambient temperature and light levels should remain as constant as possible.

2.Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) should be monitored with regular calibration checks and a suitable Quality Control (QC) programme.

3.The sample chamber lid must be fully closed during measurement and before any readings are recorded or printed.

4.The correct selection of sample containers is imperative for accurate and reproducible results:

a)Check that the material of the sample container is compatible with the wavelengths to be used for measurement. In general glass can only be used down to 360nm or 320nm depending on quality. Standard plastic cuvettes can be used down to 320nm. Special UV versions can be used down to 260nm. Below this level quartz cuvettes must be used.

b)Plastic disposable cuvettes should be used ONCE only.

c)Glass cuvettes should be thoroughly cleaned after use. Discard when scratches become evident in optical surfaces.

d)Care should be taken when selecting semi-micro or micro cuvettes. The cuvette window on the inner chamber (the area filled with sample) must be wider than the aperture in the sample holder or light will reach the detector without passing through the sample. In this case, semi-micro or micro cuvettes with self-screening black surrounds must be used or alternative holders for these cuvettes fitted.

e)Glass test tubes and other sample tubes should be used with care. Where possible, matched tubes should be used and any index mark set to the correct position before measurements are made.

f)Ensure any sample containers used are compatible with the constituents of both the samples and standards they are to hold. Plastic cuvettes are not compatible with organic solvents.

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g)All sample containers must be handled with care; by the top and non-optical surfaces only. Any finger marks evident must be removed using a suitable cleaning process.

h)Flow-through cuvettes must be selected with care and consideration for the sample type, sample volume, pumping system, rinse, sample and waste handling to be used.

5.Samples and standards should not be stored in open cuvettes or sample containers as evaporation will change the value and lead to staining of the walls which may be irreversible. If stored in stoppered and sealed cuvettes, they should be filled with little or no air space and the values regularly checked against a reference standard or quality control material.

6.Cold samples should be allowed to equilibrate to ambient temperature before measurement (unless a suitable temperature controlled sample holder is in use). Temperature change during measurement may cause air bubbles to form on the walls of the sample holder. This is a common cause of drift during measurement.

7.In the preparation of samples and standards high grade borosilicate glass and AR grade chemicals and reagents must be used. Good quality deionised water or other suitable solvent must be used for dissolving or diluting samples, chemicals and reagents.

8.All measurements require calibration to a blank, for maximum accuracy this should be prepared with care using the same deionised water or solvent used for dissolving or diluting the sample. Where reagents are added to the sample to produce a colour proportional to its concentration a ‘sample based’ blank should be used. In this case the blank should consist of the sample plus any reagents or chemicals to be used, except those that produce the colour to be measured.

9.Deviations from the Beer-Lambert Law may occur at high and low concentrations giving non-linear response during sample concentration measurements. For all new methods a linear range should be defined by the preparation of a calibration curve. The quantitation mode may be used to construct such a curve against which sample results are automatically measured.

10.Cuvettes and sample holders must be filled to a minimum level which covers the light path.

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Section 2 - Getting Started

2.1Unpacking Instructions

•Refer to label 1 on carton exterior and ensure instrument type and options/ accessories supplied are correct. Refer to Distributor in the event of any discrepancy.

•Check each item as it is removed from the packaging to ensure it is correct and

undamaged. Refer to Distributor if any item is missing or damaged.

•Remove Documentation carton 2. Note that this contains the Instruction Manual and other important documents, which MUST be retained for future reference. Other small items (CD ROM, SD Card etc) will also be found inside this carton.

•Please take some time to familiarise yourself with the contents of the Instruction Manual before using the instrument for the first time.

•Remove the cardboard packing piece 3 and place to one side.

•Remove the two foam packing pieces 4 and place these to one side.

•Grasp the instrument 5 (which will be sealed in a polythene bag) firmly at each end, and lift out of the carton to place on an adjacent flat, firm and clean surface.

The instrument weighs approximately 10 Kgs.

PLEASE TAKE CARE WHEN LIFTING.

• Remove the Accessory carton 6. Note that this contains the Power and USB cables together with any sample cells or other items that may have been ordered. Refer to the Instruction Manual to ensure accessories are installed correctly before using the instrument for the first time.

Disposal of Packaging

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3

4

5

6

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It is recommended that the Instrument packaging be retained for possible future long-term storage or transportation. Please note that the Manufacturer or Distributor cannot be held responsible for any damage incurred as a result of transportation of an inadequately packed instrument.

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If you wish to dispose of the instrument packaging, please do so in an environmentally responsible manner. Please refer to the following guidelines: -

Cardboard packing items are made from paper sourced from recycled fibres or managed forests and can be 100% recycled where appropriate facilities exist. Ensure cartons are crushed or flattened before disposal.

Foam packing pieces are manufactured with a reprocessed polyethylene content and can be easily recycled with other low-density polyethylene (LDPE) materials. Polyethylene foam is manufactured by a CFC and HCFC free process and contains less than 100ppm heavy metal content. The European Union Packaging Directive confirms that recovery by means of waste- to-energy is a sensible waste management alternative. The Polyethylene foam burns cleanly and contributes a high calorific value.

2.2Installation

2.2.1	Location
	In ideal circumstances the installation environment will be clean, dry and dust free with the instrument
	protected from extreme variations in ambient lighting and temperature change. Ensure the unit is
	positioned so that the mains on/off switch is accessible. If a safety problem should be encountered,
	switch off at the mains socket and remove the plug from the supply.
	Where conditions are less than ideal, maintenance and cleaning must be carried out regularly and
	additional protection offered where possible.
	The optional dust cover should be used to protect the instrument when not in use.

2.2.2	Supply Voltage
	The 67 series spectrophotometers are powered by a universal switch-mode power supply that operates
	from a 90-264Vac mains supply. The correct lead for your supply should be selected.
2.2.3	Mains Connections
	The leads supplied have a moulded on plug. However, if this is removed for any reason the wires in the
	mains lead are colour coded to conform to the internationally recognised standard such that:
	UK CONNECTIONS		US CONNECTIONS
	Brown	Live	Black	Live
	Blue	Neutral	White	Neutral
	Green/Yellow	Earth	Green	Earth
	Safety

When disposing of any removed plug the connectors must be removed or made incapable of insertion into a mains socket.

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2.2.4Touch Screen Functions

1				6

2				5

3				4

1. Standby – this key can be used to enter the standby mode during operation.

2. Instrument Settings – this key can be used to access instrument set up parameters including user creation, PIN codes, language options, date and time settings, administrative functions and instrument identification details.

3. Back key – this is used to return to a previous menu level.

4. Save key – pressing this key saves methods and/or data. If an external card is not fitted then methods/data will automatically be saved to internal memory. If an SD card is inserted or removed during operation relevant messages and options are given to select the desired media.

5.Toolbar key – this key is only functional on the completion of measurements and gives access to the available data manipulation options. The function of this key is context sensitive, enabling different sets of tools depending on the mode of operation in use.

6.Printer key – this key will initiate a print out to either the internal or external printer unit via the selected settings options in each mode of operation.

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2.2.5Toolbar Icons

The spectrophotometer can be used for making measurements at any time without the need for logging in; but many benefits will be lost and results cannot be saved, only printed.

The Method Screen options will only be displayed if the user logs in. If the user is not logged in the instrument will automatically display the main measurement screen, with settings at their last used levels.

Method Screens

Methods are stored sequentially by measurement mode. Once the first page is full (8 methods for the selected mode) cursor arrows are displayed enabling the user to browse to subsequent or previous pages of 8 methods.

Alternatively, pressing one of the alphanumeric keys along the bottom of the screen will display all available methods with the initial character that is highlighted.

Note: Repeated pressing of a key sequentially highlights the characters between those displayed.

Create a New Method

For the following functions first touch a method or result to select it.

Open the Selected Method

Erase the Selected Method/Result

Browse Results – linked to the selected method

Open specific results in the selected batch

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Photometrics Mode

Mode settings – method name, wavelength, method security (if logged in)

Accessory options – varies with type of accessory module fitted

Allows selection of internal or external printer

Allows set-up of batch ID and the Auto Log options

Press to accept settings entered

Spectrum Mode

Mode settings – method name, measurement mode, wavelength range, plot interval, method security (if logged in)

Analysis Points – up to 30 wavelengths at which absorbance will be reported

Measurement display – auto scaling, axis setting and colour selection

Accessory options – varies with type of accessory module fitted

Allows selection of internal or external printer, graph details, batch ID and enables or disables the Auto Log feature

Press to accept settings entered

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Multi-Wavelength Mode

Mode settings – method name, measurement type, reading type, sample style, method security (if logged in)

Setting wavelengths – allows from 2 to 4 wavelengths to be set

Calculations - allows the selection of calculations and constants

Accessory options – varies with type of accessory module fitted

Allows selection of internal or external printer, graph details, batch ID and the Auto Log options

Press to accept settings entered

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Kinetics Mode

Mode settings - method name, wavelength, measurement mode, run settings, method security (if logged in)

Calibration – allows setting of Concentration cal standard, factor, resolution and units of measurement

Measurement display – allows auto scaling, axis setting and colour selection

Accessory options – varies with type of accessory module fitted

Allows selection of internal or external printer, graph details, batch ID and the Auto Log options

Press to accept settings entered

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Quantitation Mode

Mode settings – method name, measurement mode, wavelength, resolution, units of measurement, replicates set up, method security (if logged in)

Calibration – allows the number and levels of standards to be set

Measurement display – allows selection of type of curve fit, auto scaling, axis setting and colour selection

Accessory options – varies with type of accessory module fitted

Allows selection of internal or external printer, graph details, batch ID and the Auto Log options

Press to accept settings entered

Status Bar

To view the set parameters in any of the measurement modes press the status bar once and a drop down menu will appear. Pressing this bar again will return it to its original status.

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2.2.6Rear Panel Layout

Printer socket

Analogue O/P

USB Socket

SD Card Socket

Power switch

Power in socket

Power Switch	On/Off switch for the unit.
Power In Socket	IEC type connection socket for the mains supply cable.
Printer Socket	25 way Centronics parallel output socket compatible with Postscript printers.
Analogue Output	2 x 4mm pin sockets for analogue devices.
USB Socket	type B connector for communication to PC.
SD Card Socket	will accept 128MB to 2GB SD or Multi-media memory cards.

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2.2.7Power on and Self-Tests

Note: For the Model 6700 allow 30 minutes warm up prior to use.

For all models the LCD display may take up to 10 minutes to reach full brightness.

Connect the mains supply cable to the rear panel mains input socket and plug the other end into a suitable mains supply socket.

Lift the sample chamber lid on the instrument and ensure that there is no sample or other item present in the sample holder, close the lid.

Switch on the supply socket, then the instrument, using the Power switch located on the rear panel.

The instrument will then perform the power on self-test protocol. The power on and self-test screens will be shown:

System test…	Checks internal connections / Checks internal and external memory status
Accessory test…	Checks for fitted ‘active’ accessories / Verifies communication and
	response
Dark test…	Checks detector and light seal on sample chamber
Wavelength calibration…	Performs a wavelength calibration

followed by the Main Menu Screen:

This screen gives you access to the five operating modes that can be used directly for making measurements without logging in. It should be noted that if the user is not logged in results can only be viewed and printed but not stored. In addition, methods cannot be created or retrieved.

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Section 3 - Systems of Operation

3.1Multi-User and Free Operation

The 67 Series spectrophotometers focus on secure, multi-user operation. But to ensure that anyone can acquire quality results in an emergency or when otherwise required (stat or free operation), they may also be used without the operator having to log in. Such free operation is restricted to making measurements with no access to methods while results will only be displayed or printed.

Secure, multi-user operation requires each designated user to enter a PIN code to access methods and results. When creating methods a user can opt to share them with other users, as Public (can be modified) or Read-Only (can be used but not modified), or to keep them Personal. Up to 10 users and a Supervisor with administrative rights can be set up on each instrument but by using the removable media (see below) an almost infinite number of users can be securely accommodated.

3.2Memory Structure

The 67 Series spectrophotometers have a dual memory structure based on removable media and fixed internal memory. The removable media is based on SD memory cards with a wide range of capacities available.

The following table gives details of the removable media available (subject to change by manufacturers range consolidation):

Card Capacity	SD Card Part Number
2 GB	019 133

3.2.1Memory Selection

When the power is turned on the internal memory is selected as the default memory location, even if a removable memory card is fitted in the instrument. If the user inserts a removable media memory card during use a message will be displayed giving the user the option to switch the default memory

location to the removable media memory card so that any methods and results that are saved are sent to this card. Should the card be removed during use a warning message will be displayed and the internal memory will then be set as the default location.

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3.2.2Memory Hierarchy

The top level of the memory hierarchy is the user, defined by a user name and recognised by their unique PIN code. In general it is considered that this will be an individual but in practice this can be made more flexible by considering the user as a group sharing the same PIN code. For instance different departments or shifts could be identified by their own PIN codes.

		User defined
		by PIN Code
Read-Only					Public
Methods					Methods

Methods

Created by User

Results appended to user accessible methods

Different types of tests could also be separated by PIN codes with only users trained in carrying out specific tests given the relevant PIN codes to access the tests for which they have been trained. In education a PIN code for each semester or part of the curriculum would restrict students or year groups access to only the current work, protecting that to be used in the future. The implementation and benefits of this function are only limited by the imagination.

Below the user level are the Methods created by that user or for that group, and those with Public or Read-Only status that all users can access, below each method are the results stored by the user for that method.

3.3Creating Methods

The ability to create and re-call methods is only available to logged in users.

To log in touch the Log In… key on the bottom right-hand side of the Main Menu screen that is displayed after completion of the start-up tests.

A table of users is then displayed, touching your name (department, user group or other identifier) then brings up a numeric entry screen for inputting the four digits of the relevant PIN code.

For first time use the only user in the table will be the Supervisor with a default PIN Code of 1234 (once logged in this can subsequently be changed to a number combination of the Supervisor’s choice).

By pressing the Settings key on the display surround and selecting the Administrative Functions option the Supervisor can create new users. On creation a new user has a default PIN Code of 0000 that, like the Supervisor’s, can be changed by selecting User Preferences, then Adjust PIN Code.

NOTE: Once the Supervisor’s PIN CODE is changed it must be kept safe as there is no other way of accessing this function – however the Supervisor does have the right to re-set other users’ PIN Codes back to the default.

For further information on these functions see the Section on Instrument Settings and

Administrative Functions.

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When successfully logged in the user is returned to the main menu screen from which the required mode of measurement can be selected.

The Browse screen is then displayed from which an existing method can be re-called using the alphanumeric search keys along the bottom menu bar. If insufficient methods have been created to fill the first page all available methods will be shown.

3.4File & Data Management

Save	Tools	Print	Settings	Erase	Search	Open	Save
					Results	Results

Saving Methods

Having entered all your required settings on the tabbed pages the method can be saved by simply pressing the Save key on the display surround. If you do not save at this point but continue to make measurements using the method, it will automatically be saved when you save the first result.

If you continue without saving a result you will be prompted to save the method as you exit the operating mode or return to the settings options. Alternatively, when the Auto Log option is set to On or Timed and the destination option is Memory all results will be saved automatically.

Sharing Methods

Methods can be shared with other users by setting the security level at either Read-Only where other users can use but not modify the method or, Public where they can use and modify the method. Other users must then ensure that under Method View Settings (Settings/User Preferences/Method View Settings) they have enabled Public and/or Read-Only methods or turned All Methods on.

Recalling Methods

Following selection of the operating mode from the main menu the method browse screen is displayed. This will show all methods that the current user has access to, based on their selections in the Method View Settings (refer to Sharing Methods). If the first page is full, cursor arrows will be displayed to enable navigation to and from additional pages.

Alternatively, selection may be made using the alphanumeric menu bar at the bottom of the screen.

Repeated pressing of each character set will display the full alphanumeric range and the screen will show all methods starting with the highlighted character.

Touch the required method when it is displayed on the screen to highlight it, touch the Open File icon to display the main measurement screen for that method.

Editing Methods

Use the Recalling Methods procedure to recall the required method. With the measurement screen displayed touch the Settings option. Adjust the settings as required and touch the Enter icon

on completion. The modified method can then be saved by pressing the Save key on the display surround. If you do not save at this point but continue to make measurements using the method, it will automatically be saved when you save the first result. If you continue without saving a result you will be prompted to save the method as you exit the operating mode or return to the settings options.

Note: If the Method name was not changed during editing it will be saved with the same name but with a new date and time to ensure traceability. If the old method is no longer required it should be deleted as detailed in Deleting Methods.

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Deleting Methods

To delete methods highlight the required method in the Browse screen as described in Recalling Methods and then touch the Erase icon.

A warning message will be displayed to ensure this action is required. On confirmation the selected file will be deleted.

If the current user does not have the required privileges to delete the selected method then an information message will be displayed advising that the method cannot be deleted.

Privileges required for deleting designated methods:

Public Methods – only the Supervisor and Originator can delete these.

Read-Only Methods – only the Supervisor and Originator can delete these.

Personal Methods – Only the Originator can delete these methods. (The Supervisor can delete these by resetting the Originator’s PIN code and then logging in as the Originator).

Saving Results

After completion of a measurement the result can be saved by simply pressing the Save key on the display surround. The result is saved under the method that created it, with the entered Batch ID and an incremental number along with the time and date of the measurement. Results can also be saved as part of the Auto Log function by selecting Memory under the Auto Log option, which will vary depending on the type of sampling accessory fitted.

Printing Results

After completion of a measurement the result can be printed, by simply pressing the Print key on the display surround. The result will be printed to either the internal or external printer, as selected by the user in the Printer Settings option.

The first result of any new batch is preceded by a print header, which gives details of the method settings and Batch ID. Results can also be printed as part of the Auto Log function, which will vary depending on the type of sampling accessory fitted.

Recalling Results

Stored results are always directly linked to the method that created them. To access results first recall the method as described in Recalling Methods. With the method highlighted touch the Search Results icon. This will open a screen detailing all results available to the current user. Touch the required result or batch (depending on the mode) and then the Open Specific Result icon. This will display the results on the screen. The Tools option can then be used to work on these results (depending on mode). It is also possible to print the result by simply pressing the Print key on the display surround. Options to print to the Internal or External printer or to the CSV file will be displayed. Printing to the CSV (Comma Separated Values) file will save the data in CSV format on the external data card. (If a card is not fitted the instrument will display a prompt). This is in text format and can be viewed and printed in Excel®.

In Kinetics mode an additional option is available (Analogue Mode). This allows results to be output via the rear panel analogue sockets to a chart recorder or similar device.

Sharing Results

Results attached to Personal Methods cannot be accessed by any other user.

Results attached to Read-Only and Public Methods can be accessed by all users, based on their current

Method View Settings.

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Section 4 - Instrument Settings

4.1Menu Options

A number of settings can be stored for each signed in user including language, method view settings, display brightness and time/date display choices so that these do not have to be reset each time a new user logs in. These can be found under User Preferences.

Note: Administration Functions and Memory Manager options will be greyed out and unavailable unless the Supervisor has logged in.

–When switching on the product for the first time, or if the previously entered settings need to be checked, this key should be selected to give access to the following display:

4.2Set Time & Date

To set the correct date and time select the Set Time & Date key. The time and date can be reset using the up and down arrows. To accept the new settings select the Enter key. Touching the Cancel key will return you to the main menu without accepting any alterations to the current settings.

4.3User Preferences

Selecting User Preferences gives access to the following options:

These settings are saved for each user and the individual’s selections are retained when that user logs in. Adjust User PIN and Method View Settings options are only available to the Supervisor.

Note: Adjust User PIN and Method View Settings will only be available to the Supervisor.

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4.3.1Adjust User PIN – available to logged in users only

To alter your User PIN select the Adjust User PIN key. A warning message will be shown prior to the numeric keypad. Enter your new 4 digit code using the numeric keypad as shown below. The Del key allows individual digits to be changed. The Cancel key will return you to the previous menu without altering the original PIN code. The Clear key will clear all digits entered from the screen. The Enter key accepts the new code and returns you to the previous menu.

Please ensure you remember your PIN code or store it in a secure location, or access to your personal data will

be lost.

OK

4.3.2Language

The preferred language can be selected using the Language key. Select the preferred language from the options available and press the OK key and the will update to show all screens in English, French, German, Italian or Spanish.

4.3.3Method View Settings – available to logged in users only

To simplify operation it is possible to restrict the methods displayed by their allocated category. Selecting Method View Settings enables My Methods (Personal) to be hidden (Off) or displayed (On). Similarly, Read Only Methods and Public Methods can be hidden or displayed. To simply display all method categories toggle All Methods to the On status.

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