Mettler Toledo RM50, RM40 Instruction Manual
Refractometers
RM40 / RM50
Operating Instructions
Table of Contents
Introduction1 7
Description of the Refractometer2 8
Principles of Refractometry3 10
Description of Functions4 12
Setup5 15
Definition of the Refractive Index3.1 10
Method of Measurement3.2 10
Design of Measuring Cell3.3 10
Layout of the Terminal4.1 12
Operating the Touchscreen4.2 12
Homescreen4.3 12
The User Interface4.4 13
Entering Data in the User Interface.4.4.1 13
Shortcuts4.4.2 14
Adjustments & Tests5.1 15
Adjustment Sets5.1.1 16
Test Sets5.1.2 16
Hardware5.2 16
Cell5.2.1 17
Automation5.2.2 17
External Instruments5.2.3 19
Peripherals5.2.4 20
Sensors5.2.5 23
Auxiliary instruments5.2.6 24
User settings5.3 25
Language5.3.1 25
Screen5.3.2 25
Beep5.3.3 25
Shortcuts5.3.4 26
Keyboards5.3.5 26
Global Settings5.4 26
System5.4.1 26
User Management5.4.2 26
Users5.4.2.1 27
Account Policy5.4.2.2 27
User Groups5.4.2.3 27
Analysis and Resources Behavior5.4.3 28
Physical Properties5.4.4 29
Tables & Values5.5 29
Tables5.5.1 30
Auxiliary Values5.5.2 31
Maintenance & Service5.6 31
MT Service5.6.1 31
Import / Export5.6.2 32
Add External Cell5.6.3 33
Reset to Factory Settings5.6.4 33
Firmware5.6.5 33
Update5.6.6 33
Hardware / Firmware summary5.6.7 34
Board Tests5.6.8 34
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Cell5.6.9 34
Export Adjustments / Tests / Measurements5.6.10 35
Methods and Products6 36
Methods6.1 36
Establishing Methods6.1.1 36
Creating a Method Copy6.1.2 38
Modifying or Deleting Methods6.1.3 38
Method Syntax6.1.4 38
Standard Data6.1.5 40
Condition6.1.6 40
Method Function6.1.7 41
Title6.1.7.1 42
Configuration6.1.7.2 42
Sample6.1.7.3 42
Fill6.1.7.4 44
Measure6.1.7.5 45
Calculation6.1.7.6 47
Clean6.1.7.7 48
Online Display6.1.7.8 50
Report6.1.7.9 50
Cell Test6.1.7.10 51
Temperature Compensation6.1.7.11 51
Adjustment6.1.7.12 52
Test6.1.7.13 52
Instruction6.1.7.14 52
Auxiliary Value6.1.7.15 52
Wait6.1.7.16 53
Auxiliary instrument6.1.7.17 53
PowerShower6.1.7.18 54
Stir6.1.7.19 55
Line rinse6.1.7.20 56
Park6.1.7.21 56
Products6.2 56
Create Products6.2.1 57
Linking Methods with Products6.2.2 57
Parameters for Products6.2.3 57
Calculations in Products6.2.4 59
Series7 60
Delete Series7.1 61
Creating a series copy7.2 61
Results and Statistics8 62
Statistics8.1 63
Information8.2 63
Data8.3 63
Manual Operation9 65
Automation9.1 65
Action: Dry9.1.1 65
Action: Rinse9.1.2 65
Action: Pump sample9.1.3 66
Action: Move to position9.1.4 66
Table of Contents4
Cell9.2 66
Action: Cell conditioning9.2.1 67
Cell Test9.2.2 67
Analysis Sequence10 68
Starting an Analysis10.1 68
Start from Editor (Methods/Products/Series)10.2 69
Start from Homescreen10.3 69
Start via Shortcuts10.4 69
Start with Barcode Reader10.5 69
Start with Handheld Reader10.5.1 70
Start with Built-in Barcode Reader10.5.2 70
Start with ErgoSens10.5.3 70
Continuous run10.6 71
Analysis Termination10.7 71
Errors in the Analysis Sequences10.8 71
Malfunction Types: Error10.8.1 71
Malfunction Types: Terminate error10.8.2 71
Malfunction Types: Critical error10.8.3 72
Tasks and Online Screen11 73
Tasks11.1 73
"Tasks" Button11.1.1 73
Online Screen11.2 73
Method type: Measurement11.2.1 73
Method Type: Adjustment11.2.2 74
Method Type: Test11.2.3 74
Method Type: Clean11.2.4 74
Appendix12 75
Raw Data12.1 75
Result proposals12.2 76
Refractive Index for Water12.3 78
Density12.4 78
Critical errors12.5 80
Index 82
Table of Contents 5
1Introduction
Simple and compact
The METTLER TOLEDO RM40/RM50 refractometers are modern, compact instruments suitable for use in a vast
diversity of application areas. They can be used, for example, in quality control as well as in research and
development and meet the most demanding requirements.
These compact refractometers perfectly combine simple, easy-to-understand operation with an extremely high
level of measuring accuracy and outstanding reliability. With their plug & play capability, they automatically
detect external devices and sensors.
These refractometers can be operated as standalone instruments or run from a computer using the LabX PC
software. Straightforward user guidance on the large color touchscreen enables intuitive operation. User-defin
able shortcuts allow all functions to be activated directly from the home screen with a single click.
Touchscreen control of the instrument and the method function parameters are described in the Operating
Instructions. The Installation Instructions explain all the necessary steps for setting up your instrument. You are
then guided through the first refractive index measuring process with the aid of a practical example.
If you have any additional questions, METTLER TOLEDO is always available to assist you.
7Introduction
2Description of the Refractometer
The RM40 / RM50 refractometers measure the refractive index nD of liquids. The two instruments differ in mea
suring precision. Both instruments:
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measure liquids whose refractive indices range respectively from 1.3200 to 1.7000 (RM40) and to
1.58000 (RM50).
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require only minimal sample quantities for measurements (0.5 mL),
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maintain the temperature of the sample constant with the aid of a built-in Peltier thermostat in a range from
5 to 100°C (RM40) and 5 to 75°C (RM40).
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directly indicate the sugar content of samples in various sugar units (Brix, invert sugar, HFCS42 or
HFCS55)
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calculate the concentration of a solution by means of data from measured standard solutions, literature
tables or formulas
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are equipped with an integrated test function that enables regular testing of the accuracy of the measure
ment,
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enable checking of the product-related specification limits and generate rolling statistics.
The samples can be introduced manually with a syringe. For the optimal use of the RM refractometers, the fol
lowing pumps and sample changers are available:
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A peristaltic pump (FillPal):
For the automatic filling, emptying and rinsing of the cell.
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The autosampler InMotion™
The autosampler for a completely automatic measurement of up to 303 aqueous, low viscous samples in
series.
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The automatic sample and cleaning unit (SC1):
for fully automated measurements of free-flowing and viscous samples. The system automatically cleans
and dries itself on completion of a measurement so that it is ready for the next measurement.
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The sample changer (SC30):
The SC30 sample changer for the completely automatic measurement of up to 30 samples in series.
The following devices can be connected:
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Computer for operation under LabX
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External measuring cells:
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METTLER TOLEDO DX40, DX45 or DX50 density - modules
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METTLER TOLEDO RX40 or RX50 refractive index - modules
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Barcode reader for scanning sample data, set values of certified standards and for starting measurements
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finger print reader for user identification
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Compact printer (USB-P25), to print out results
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External instruments:
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METTLER TOLEDO S20 – SevenEasy™ pH
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METTLER TOLEDO S30 – SevenEasy™ Conductivity
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METTLER TOLEDO S220 - SevenCompact™ pH/Ion
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METTLER TOLEDO S230 - SevenCompact™ Conductivity
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Lovibond colorimeters PFX880/ PFXi880, PFX950/ PFXi950 and PFX995/ PFXi995 series, Tintometer
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Minolta colorimeters CM-5 / CR-5
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USB stick
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External sensors:
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ErgoSens – Infrared movement sensor for the automatic start of measurements
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LevelSens – Level sensor for waste bottle
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AtmoSens – Air pressure sensor for measuring air pressure and taking the latter into account in adjust
ments and tests with air.
Special features of the refractometer:
8 Description of the Refractometer
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A maintenance-free LED is used as a light source for the measurements.
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The measuring prism is made of sapphire. It is therefore extremely corrosion resistance and very robust. It
also has a high thermal conductivity.
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For temperature measurement, NTC thermistors with extreme long-term stability are used. This means that
there is no need to regularly readjust the measuring cell.
9Description of the Refractometer
3Principles of Refractometry
n
1
n
2
n
1
β
n
2
α
sin
sin
=
1
2
β
β
1
2
3
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3.1Definition of the Refractive Index
The refractive index of a substance is the ratio of the speed of a light beam in a vacuum to its speed in the sub
stance (dimensionless).
If a light beam crosses at a certain angle from an optically less
dense to an optically denser medium (e.g. from air to water), it
is deflected; when the beam crosses from one medium to
another perpendicularly no directional change takes place.
According to Snell's law, the ratio of the refractive index of the
two media is proportional to the ratio of the incident and refrac
tive angle of the light beam:
If a light beam passes from an optically denser to a less dense
medium, it is also deflected. If the angle of incidence α is
increased, then it reaches a critical value, at which the light
beam no longer enters the less dense medium (refractive angle
= 90°). When this "critical angle" is exceeded, total internal
reflection occurs. The refractive index is calculated from this
critical angle α :
As refraction depends on the wavelength of the incident light, the refractive index n is measured as standard
with the D line of sodium (wavelength 589.3 nm) and designated nD.
The refractive index not only depends on the wavelength of the light but also on the temperature of the mea
sured sample. For this reason the temperature must always be stated along with the result, e.g. n
The standard temperature is 20 °C.
3.2Method of Measurement
= 90o —> sinβ =1
1: Critical angle
2: Total internal reflection
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The light emitted from the light source passes through the
prism and hits the sample. In the process it is partly refracted
(angle of incidence < critical angle) and partly reflected (angle
of incidence > critical angle).
The reflected light is measured by means of an optical sensor
(CCD). The boundary between the dark and light area corre
sponds to the critical angle required for calculation of the
refractive index.
1: Light source
2: Prism
3: Sample
4: Optical sensor (CCD)
3.3Design of Measuring Cell
The light source is a light-emitting diode (LED), whose beam passes through a polarization filter, an interfer
ence filter (589.3 nm) and various lenses before it reaches the sample via the sapphire prism. The reflected
light (angle of incidence > critical angle) is deflected via a lens to the optical sensor that determines the critical
angle. The temperature in the prism/sample boundary is measured with a built-in sensor.
10 Principles of Refractometry
1: Light source
2: Polarization filter
3: Interference filter
4: Lens
5: Lens
6: Prism
7: Lens
8: Measuring cell
9: Optical sensor (CCD)
11Principles of Refractometry
4Description of Functions
4.1Layout of the Terminal
The control panel of the terminal consists of an integrated touchscreen and the following buttons, located next
to the touch-sensitive surface of the display: You can press these buttons any time, regardless of which dialog
you are currently using.
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Two Home buttons that bring you back to the Homescreen.
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Info, opens the info screen that shows the data related to the specific device.
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Reset that interrupts the ongoing task and processing of the pending tasks. To continue the waiting tasks,
open the task list (with the Tasks button) and click Resume.
4.2Operating the Touchscreen
The touchscreen is automatically activated when the instrument is switched on.
To select a button or an input element in the dialog window, you simply touch the screen using a soft blunt
object or a fingertip.
It is also possible to select input elements using a USB mouse. To do this, simply connect the mouse to a suit
able USB port on the instrument.
Never touch the surface of the touchscreen with pointed or sharp objects! This may damage the screen!
4.3Homescreen
Home is the first screen that is displayed when you start up the instrument or when you log in. Home is the
main screen. On the left-hand side of the screen you will see five buttons that lead to the following dialog win
dows:
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Methods / Products: The button leads you to the method or product editor, in which you can create and
administer the methods or products (see "Methods and Products").
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Series: In this dialog, you can create and manage series of individual samples, e.g. for using a sample
changer (see "Series").
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Results: Here you administer the results of your analyses (see "Results and Statistics").
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Setup: You can administer the following points here:
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Adjustment and test sets
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The hardware and all resources used by the instrument
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User and global settings
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Tables (internal and user defined) and auxiliary values
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Maintenance and service of the instrument
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Manual: This button takes you to manual operations.
In addition, there is another area that can be configured individually by each user (with the necessary autho
rization). Each user can store up to eight shortcuts here. With these shortcuts, defined methods, products,
series and manual operations can be started directly from the homescreen (see "Functional Description"): The
user interface > Shortcuts").
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Standby display: The standby display continuously shows the current cell temperature (Tcell) and set tem
perature (Tset), even if no task is running.
Via the standby display in the Homescreen you open the Cell data dialog.
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By pressing the home button on the control panel of the terminal, you return to Home.
See also
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Methods and Products (page36)
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Series (page60)
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Results and Statistics (page62)
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Shortcuts (page14)
12 Description of Functions
4.4The User Interface
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The graphical user interface consists of the following five basic elements:
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The title bar at the top of the display specifies the name of the current dialog.
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In the top right-hand corner you will see Tasks button, which signals the presence of ongoing processes
(see "Tasks and online screen: Tasks (page73)").
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The navigation bar, located below the title bar, specifies the path to the current dialog.
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The scroll bar on the right-hand side of the screen becomes visible if the content of the screen extends
beyond the viewable area. If this occurs, use either the arrows or the area in between them to move the
viewable area of the screen up or down.
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Five buttons are located at the bottom of the screen. The function of these buttons varies and depends on
the context of the current dialog.
4.4.1Entering Data in the User Interface.
There are different types of input fields in the user interface. They allow you to enter data or select data from a
list. Input fields can also be deactivated and their contents are then displayed as information only and cannot
be changed in the corresponding dialog.
The various types of input fields are identified by an icon to the right of the screen:
Text input fields
Number input fields
Drop-down lists Selecting these fields opens a drop-down list from which you can
List fields Selecting these fields opens a menu list in a new window.
Parameter field Selecting these fields opens a new dialog with various additional para
Formula fields Freely definable formulas can be entered in these fields
In these fields text can be freely entered.
Numbers can be entered in these fields.
select an entry.
meters.
Info field
In addition to the input fields there are checkboxes that can be checked in order to select certain functionalities.
Checkboxes can affect the scope of the corresponding dialog, i.e. input fields can be hidden or visible depend
ing on whether the checkbox is checked.
The values in deactivated input fields are displayed as information only
and cannot be edited in the corresponding dialog.
13Description of Functions
Sorting lists
There are lists that can be sorted alphabetically or numerically by column in ascending or descending order. To
do this, simply touch the parameter in the header row by which you would like to sort the list. A small arrow in
the header row indicates the parameter by which the list is sorted and whether it is sorted in ascending or
descending order.
4.4.2Shortcuts
Shortcuts allow you to start methods, series, and manual operations directly from the homepage. You can
locate shortcuts by means of the button AddToHome on the Homescreen. AddToHome is found in the respec
tive Start analysis dialog of the methods, products, series or of the manual operation.
Two types of shortcuts are supported.
Direct shortcuts which, when selected, start the task immediately without warning (only if the other settings
allow this), and
normal shortcuts which take you to the corresponding Start analysis start dialog from which you can start the
task.
Shortcuts are user-specific, i.e. each individual user can create shortcuts for the tasks that they would personal
ly like to conduct. Shortcuts are managed in Setup, under the subcategory "User Settings". Here you can delete
or modify shortcuts, or change their position on the Homescreen.
for methods
for products
for series
Shortcuts
(lead you initially to the
Start analysis dialog)
Direct shortcuts
(task starts immediately, directly and with
out advance warning)
for manual opera
tions
A maximum of 8 shortcuts can be saved on the Homescreen. As soon as this maximum is reached, "AddTo
Home" in the start dialogs of methods, products, series and manual operations is deactivated.
14 Description of Functions
5Setup
This section tells you how to set up the refractometer acccordance with your requirements so that you can carry
out the measurements.
The following summary shows the buttons available in Setup for the various setting options:
Adjustment setsAdjustments & Tests Test sets
Hardware
User settings
Global settings
Maintenance & Service
Cell
Automation
External instruments
Peripherals
Sensors
Auxiliary instruments
Language
Screen
Beep
Shortcuts
Keyboards
System
User management
Analysis and resources behavior
Physical Properties
TablesTables & Values
Auxiliary values
MT service
Import / Export
Add external cell
Reset to factory settings
Firmware
Update
Hardware / Firmware summary
Cell
Touch screen adjustment
Export of adjustments / Tests / Measurements
The "Expired Resources" button
The Expired Resources button is located on the setup overview screen. It provides you with a summary of all
expired resources, stating the: type, name and expiration date of the respective resource.
Expired resources are entered if the setting "Monitoring adjustment set/test set/auxiliary value" is activated dur
ing setup.
Below you will find a detailed description of the setting options available in setup:
5.1Adjustments & Tests
Navigation: Home > Setup > Adjustments & Tests
Adjustment and test sets can be administered as described below. You can create new sets and delete existing
ones (when deleting you receive a prompt with the option to cancel). Before an adjustment or test can be per
formed, an adjustment or test set must be defined.
A maximum of six different adjustment sets or test sets respectively can be entered in the set list.
Before an adjustment or test can be performed, an adjustment or test set must be defined.
15Setup
5.1.1Adjustment Sets
Via the button Adjustment sets you will obtain a list of the defined sets. The default set "Air&Water20.00C" is always available and cannot be deleted. When you click the sets, you obtain more detailed information about the individual sets. The parameters "Adjustment mode", "Temperature" and "Set name" are displayed.
Creating adjustment sets
You can create your own adjustment sets via the button New. The Adjustment set parameters dialog opens.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Adjustment mode Defines with which standard the adjustment will be performed.
Temperature Defines at which temperature the adjustment will be performed. Set name The set is uniquely identified in the system via this name. -
Delete adjustment sets
1 To delete a created set, click the desired entry in the Adjustment sets dialog.
2 In the Adjustment set parameters dialog, click the button Delete.
When a set is deleted, the set history will also be deleted. Methods that refer to the deleted set are no
longer executable.
5.1.2Test Sets
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Set "Standards" requires a valid adjustment with "Air&Water" at
this temperature. (set "Air&Standard" and set "Water&Standard"
are not available for refractometers).
Via the button Test sets you receive a list of the defined sets. The default set "Water20.00C" is always available and cannot be deleted. When you click the test sets, you obtain more detailed information about the individual sets. The parameters "Test mode", "Temperature", "Set name" and depending on the mode "Standard name" are displayed.
Creating test sets
You can create your own test sets via the button New. The Test set parameters dialog is opened.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Test mode Defines with which standard the test will be performed. Temperature Defines at which temperature the test will be performed. Standard name Description of the standards "Test mode" = "Stan
Set name The set is uniquely identified in the system via this name. -
Delete test sets
1 To delete a created set, click the desired entry in the Test sets dialog.
2 In the Test set parameters dialog click the button Delete.
When a set is deleted, the set history will also be deleted. Methods that relate to the deleted set are no
longer executable.
5.2Hardware
Navigation: Setup>Hardware
In this dialog window you can configure all the hardware components connected to the meter. These include:
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Cell
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Automation
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External instruments
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Peripherals
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Sensors
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Auxiliary instruments
dard" or "Brix standard"
16 Setup
5.2.1Cell
Navigation: Home > Setup > Hardware > Cell
The measuring cell is connected via an internal interface in the compact device. The instrument can be extend
ed to create a 2–cell instrument (see also "Setup: Maintenance & Service > Add external cell (page33)").
– Touch the button Cell in the Hardware dialog.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Cell Name of the measuring cell Type Measuring cell type Status Shows whether the cell is connected. Serial number Serial number of the cell -
If an adjustment has been performed, an entry in the adjustment set appears in the setup of the corresponding
cell. If you touch the entry, the data of the most recent adjustment that was executed with the set will be dis
played.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Adjustment set By touching the set entry, you obtain the values for the most
Monitoring
adjustment set
Adjustment inter
val
Reminder Before the set expires, a message appears indicating that the
Days before expi
ration
If a test has been performed, an entry in the test set appears in the setup of the corresponding cell. If you touch
the entry, the data of the most recent adjustment that were executed with the set will be displayed.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Test set By touching the set you go to the values for the most recent test
Monitoring test
set
Test interval Service life of test "Monitoring test set"
Reminder Before the set expires, a message appears indicating that the
Days before expi
ration
Via the button History you go to a list that contains a maximum of ten adjustment or test entries for the selected
set. In the process the measured refractive index values are displayed (in the adjustment mode air and water
only the value for water). The history can be displayed in graphic form via the button Graph. You can view the
history data by touching an entry.
With single cell instruments you go directly to the list with the cell parameters
In the case of two cell instruments the connected cells are listed. You have to touch one of the displayed
cells so that the Cell parameters dialog opens.
The Cell parameters dialog is opened.
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recent adjustment of this set.
Monitoring of the service life of the adjustment can be activated.
The process, if the service life of a set has expired, is defined in
the method function "Measure".
Validity of adjustment "Monitoring adjustment
set" activated
"Monitoring adjustment
adjustment or test has expired.
Specifies the number of days after which a warning is triggered. "Reminder" activated
for this set.
Monitoring of the service life of the test can be activated. The
process, if the service life of a set has expired, is defined in the
method function "Measure".
adjustment or test has expired.
Specifies the number of days after which a warning is triggered. "Reminder" activated
set / test set" activated
activated
"Monitoring adjustment
set / test set" activated
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5.2.2Automation
Navigation: Home > Setup > Hardware > Automation
The automation units that can be installed are listed below:
17Setup
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DryPal (drying pump)
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FillPal (sample pump)
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SC1 (automation unit for a sample)
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SC30 (automation unit for 30 samples)
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InMotion (automation unit for up to 303 samples)
The peripheral devices have an automatic PnP (Plug and Play) – identification. They can also be manually cre
ated in the setup.
Via the button Automation in the Hardware dialog, you access a list with defined automation units. By touch
ing a list entry, you obtain more detailed information about the corresponding automation unit.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Type Instrument Type Power purge unit The external diaphragm (Optional) has a much higher output
than the diaphragm pump integrated in the SC1/SC30. The pump
"Type" = "SC1"/
"SC30"
is actually adjusted at the SC1/SC30.
Heating option This is where the heating option is activated. The temperature is
directly set on the heating unit.
Limit sensor Optical sensor that detects the sample and prevents it leaving the
heated area of the heating option (info field).
External drain
valve
Located in the heating unit. Prevents the samples flowing back
after filling process (info field).
"Type" = "SC1"/
"SC30"
"Type" = "SC1"/
"SC30"
"Type" = "SC1"/"SC30"
Solvent 1 Specifies the solvent at the connection Rinse 1 "Type" = "SC1"/
"SC30"
Solvent 2 Specifies the solvent at the connection Rinse 2 "Type" = "SC1"/
"SC30"
Speed "Low" Value for speed level "Low" of the FillPal or InMotion autosampler
(in % of the maximum speed).
Speed "Medium" Value for speed level "Medium" of the FillPal or InMotion
autosampler (in % of the maximum speed).
Speed "High" Value for speed level "High" of the FillPal or InMotion autosam
pler (in % of the maximum speed).
Rate at 100% Value for max. possible pump output (depending on the installed
"Type" = "FillPal" /
"InMotion"
"Type" = "FillPal" /
"InMotion"
"Type" = "FillPal" /
"InMotion"
"Type" = "InMotion"
pump which is defined as sampling pump).
Stirrer output Specifies the pump/stirrer port on the InMotion where your stirrer
"Type" = "InMotion"
is connected.
Sampling pump
output
PowerShower
output
Specifies the pump/stirrer port on the InMotion where your sam
pling pump is connected.
Specifies the pump/stirrer port on the InMotion where your pump
for PowerShower is connected.
"Type" = "InMotion"
"Type" = "InMotion"
Rate Value for required pump output for PowerShower. "Type" = "InMotion"
Beaker height Specifies the height of the used beakers. "Type" = "InMotion"
A distinction should be made between the following two cases in the installation of instruments:
1.
There is still no setup entry available in the unit (delivery state).
A new entry has been generated and the parameters automatically generated.
2.
A setup entry was previously manually created in the instrument:
The PnP parameters are automatically entered, the remaining parameters, previously edited by the user,
remain unchanged.
18 Setup
When a PnP instrument is unplugged, the status changes to "not installed".
Below is described how you can administer the various devices in setup. This includes the creation of devices
or changing the parameters in the setup.
Create automation units
So that methods for the application of automation units can be created and configured without the automation
unit being connected, these units must be created in the setup via the button New.
Delete automation unit
It is not possible to delete the entry of a connected device.
If you want to delete an entry for a unit that is not connected from the list, a message with the termination
option appears indicating that after deletion the methods that use the external instruments will no longer be exe
cutable.
5.2.3External Instruments
Navigation: Home > Setup > Hardware > External instruments
The external instruments that can be installed are listed below. They all have automatic PnP – identification:
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METTLER TOLEDO S20 – SevenEasy™ pH
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METTLER TOLEDO S30 – SevenEasy™ Conductivity
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METTLER TOLEDO S220 - SevenCompact™ pH/Ion
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METTLER TOLEDO S220 - SevenCompact™ Conductivity
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Lovibond colorimeters PFX880/ PFXi880, PFX950/ PFXi950 and PFX995/ PFXi995 series, Tintometer
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Minolta colorimeters CM-5/ CR-5
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The Lovibond colorimeters can be connected to the USB interfaces. For this purpose the USB – RS232
adapter is required (contained in the connection kit).
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For each device type only one entry is possible.
Install devices
A distinction should be made between the following two cases in the installation of instruments:
1.
There is still no setup entry available in the unit (delivery state).
A new entry has been generated and the parameters automatically generated.
2.
A setup entry was previously manually created in the instrument:
The PnP parameters are automatically entered, the remaining parameters, previously edited by the user,
remain unchanged.
When a PnP instrument is unplugged, the status changes to "not installed".
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Via the button External instruments in the Hardware dialog, you can obtain the list of instruments. By touching a list entry, you obtain more detailed information about the corresponding instrument.
Create device
So that methods can be created and configured with external instruments, without having to connect the instru
ment, the setup entries of the external instruments can be manually created via the button New.
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The pH and conductivity meters can be assigned names individually using the "Instrument" parameter.
Delete devices
It is not possible to delete the entry of a connected device.
If you want to delete an entry for a unit that is not connected from the list, a message with the termination
option appears indicating that after deletion the methods that use the external instruments will no longer be exe
cutable.
SevenEasy™ / SevenCompact™ pH/ion and conductivity meters
1 Select the following for the SevenEasy™ and SevenCompact™ measuring instruments (also refer to the
operating instructions for the measuring instrument concerned):
Manual end point measured value acquisition,
set the unit [pH]" ([mV] not supported).
2 For the SevenCompact pH and conductivity meters, the following must also be selected (also refer to the rel
evant operating instructions):
an interval time of 1s (in menu>Interval measurements),
interface=printer (in menu>Data transmission),
"Send data to interface" (in "Type of data transmission").
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3 For temperature compensation, set the unit [°C] at the measuring instruments. Two types of temperature
compensation exist:
- ATC (automatic temperature compensation) with a temperature sensor connected.
- MTC (manual temperature compensation) with no temperature sensor connected.
Note:
The pH or conductivity meters switch automatically, depending on the arrangement.
If the temperature unit at the pH meter or conductivity meter is set to [°C], the results "TpH" and "TCond" will
be converted to the temperature unit set in the instrument, i.e. either [°C] or [°F] . By contrast, if [°F] is set
at the pH or conductivity meter, no result will be calculated. "--" will be output in the results field.
The conductivity units are [mS/cm]/ [μS/cm] (depending on the range) or [mS/m][μS/m] (depending on the
range). However, the results are expressed in [μS/cm]. If you wish to have the result displayed in [mS/cm] or
[mS/m][μS/m], it will be necessary to recalculate the result using the "Calculation" method function.
Colorimeter
- Lovibond
The Lovibond colorimeter can be used for extinction or transmission measurements. The wavelengths are out
put in 5nm (in the range 420 – 710nm).
A color measurement may take longer than 25s.
- Minolta colorimeters CM-5 / CR-5
The Minolta colorimeters can be used for transmission measurements (liquids).
Transmission data are supplied in 10nm increments within the spectral range 360 – 740nm.
A color measurement takes approximately 1s.
The measurements involve high-energy light flashes. For this reason, color scales are not offered for reflection
measurements in the crude oil industry.
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The CR-5 colorimeter does not supply any spectral data.
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Calibration is possible directly at the colorimeter only. The USB link must be disconnected.
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"Illuminant" and "Observer" can be set in the "Configuration" method function. For more information, see
"Methods and products: Method functions> Configuration (page42)".
- Color scales
Navigation: Home > Setup > Hardware > External instruments > Parameters
– Click on "Colorimeter".
The "External instrument parameters" dialog appears.
If a device has been connected, a list of color scales is displayed via the Color scales button, that were avail
able in the most recently connected device. If the device has been manually configured and no device has yet
been connected, then the list is empty.
See also
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Continuous run (page71)
5.2.4Peripherals
Navigation: Home > Setup > Hardware > Peripherals
In the dialog Peripherals, the following devices and settings can be configured:
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Barcode reader
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USB stick
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Fingerprint reader
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Printer
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Personal Computer (PC) – settings
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Network settings
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Network storage
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Below is described how you can administer the various devices in setup. This includes the creation of devices
or changing the parameters in the setup.
Barcode reader
Barcode readers have Plug&Play (PnP) recognition and can be installed via the USB interface.
The following barcode readers can be installed:
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Handheld readers
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Built-in readers
You can create the barcode readers via New. A maximum of one entry can be created for both types.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Type Instrument Type Serial number Serial number of the corresponding device Barcode Informa
tion
Sample ID: on the barcode there is only the sample ID.
Method ID: on the barcode there is the method ID (with this a
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saved method can be selected during scanning).
Product ID: on the barcode there is the product ID (with this a
saved product can be selected during scanning).
Sample ID/Method ID: on the barcode there are the sample ID
and method ID (with this a saved method can be selected during
scanning).
Sample ID/Product ID: on the barcode there are the sample ID
and product ID (with this a saved product can be selected during
scanning).
Start pos. sample
ID
Number of char
acters
Start pos.
method ID
Number of char
acters
Start pos. prod
uct ID
Number of char
acters
Immediate start If this parameter has been activated, when a task is started with
Start position of the sample ID on the barcode "Barcode information"
with sample ID
Length of the sample ID on the barcode "Barcode information"
with sample ID
Start position of the method ID on the barcode "Barcode information"
with method ID
Length of the method ID on the barcode "Barcode information"
with method ID
Start position of the product ID on the barcode "Barcode information"
with product ID
Length of the product ID on the barcode "Barcode information"
with product ID
"Type" = "Handheld
the barcode reader, the Start analysis dialog is skipped and the
task is started immediately.
reader",
"Barcode information"
with method ID, product
ID or sample ID
Example of barcode with sample ID and method ID (161218522). (Sample ID=1612 and method ID 18522).
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Start pos. sample ID 1
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Number of characters 4
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Start pos. method ID 5
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Number of characters 5
USB stick
Commercially available USB sticks from USB Version 1.1 are supported.
Fingerprint reader
You can use a fingerprint reader to authenticate users on the titrator. In order to do this, the fingerprint reader
must be activated on the titrator. The following parameters are available for this:
Parameters Description Displayed if
Activate finger
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Printer (and USB-RS232 data export)
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Date can be printed with the USB-P25 (strip printer) or with a network printer.
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Data can be exported using the USB data export box. The data are exported in the XML (UTF-8) formats.
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For data export to an RS interface, you need the USB RS232 adapter (USB data export box).
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As desired, data can be printed either as a summary or in a user defined format (via "Print Mode" parameter
"Report" method function; also see "Methods and products: Methods> Method functions> Report")
For printing/USB data export, the following should be taken into consideration:
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In the "Report" method function, the "Print / USB-RS232 data export" parameter must be selected.
You can define the following parameters via the Printer button (Home>Setup>Hardware>Peripherals):
Parameters Description Displayed if
Printer type USB compact printer
The USB compact printer does not support all languages. This
printer can only print out a limited quantity of analysis data and
results.
USB-RS232 data export
For the RS-232 data export, the data is transmitted regardless of
the selected language. Only a limited quantity of data and results
can be exported.
Network printer
Every connected printer in your local network that supports HP
PLC 3 or Epson ESC/P 2 can be used.
Status Indicates whether the selected printer type is installed (info field). Only for printer type
"USB compact printer"
and "USB-RS232 data
export"
Baud rate The baud rate for data transmission via the USB-RS232 interface. "Printer type"= "USB-
RS232 data export"
Data bit The number of data bits is displayed (info field). "Printer type"= "USB-
RS232 data export"
Stop bit The number of stop bits is displayed (info field). "Printer type"= "USB-
RS232 data export"
Parity Defines the parity protocol. ("Even", "Odd", "None") . "Printer type"= "USB-
RS232 data export"
Handshake Data transmission via the RS-232 interface ("Xon-Xoff", "None"). "Printer type"= "USB-
RS232 data export"
Type Choose the printer protocol. "Printer type"= "Net
work printer"
Network name Define your local network name here. "Printer type"= "Net
work printer"
Port number Define your local port number here. "Printer type"= "Net
work printer"
Paper size Choose the print-format of the report (A4 / Letter). "Printer type"= "Net
work printer"
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PC settings
Only one PC connected per measuring instrument can be present at one time. You can select if you wish to set
up a connection to the laboratory program "LabX".
Parameters Description Displayed if
Set up connec
tion to LabX at
If this parameter is activated, a connection to LabX will be estab
lished on startup.
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start up
Changes to the PC settings are not implemented until after the measuring instrument is rebooted.
Network settings
You can define the following parameters for the network – settings:
Parameters Description Displayed if
Type Type of network connection Obtain IP
address auto
matically
IP Address IP address of the instrument Subnet mask Subnet mask of the device Standard gate
way
The device automatically reboots after any change to the network settings.
Network storage
You can define the following parameters for a network – storage:
Transfer via Method for transferring data
Server PC or server name. Users should have read-write access. Maxi
Share name Name of the share folder User name Define your own user name. Domain Domain name for the user. Password Password for network share. Target folder Name of target folder for PDFs or results.
First folder level Can optional be used to sort data. (None | User name | Instru
Second folder
level
If this device has been activated, the device automatically obtains
an IP address.
Standard gateway of the device "Type" = "Ethernet"
Default: Network share
mum 60 alphanumeric characters.
Arbitrary IP address or name of server (for network share, only
server name allowed).
A pdf_export folder and a results folder are automatically creat
ed in the target folder when specified. If no target folder is speci
fied the folders are created in the root folder.
ment ID | Date | Method ID | Analysis comment)
Default: None
Can optional be used to sort data. (None | User name | Instru
ment ID | Date | Method ID | Analysis comment)
Default: None
"Type" = "Ethernet"
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"First level folder" =
activated
5.2.5Sensors
Navigation: Home > Setup > Hardware > Sensors
Sensors can be activated in the setup. The following sensors can be connected:
ErgoSens: Infrared sensor for contactless start of measurement (see "Analysis sequence: Start of analyses").
Before you can use ErgoSens, it has to be activated:
Parameters Description Displayed if
Activate
ErgoSens
WasteSens or LevelSens: Level sensors for waste bottle.
It is determined whether the maximum filling level of the waste bottle is reached. If the maximum filling level
has been reached, a message appears prompting the operator to empty the waste bottle. The task is then inter
rupted.
Before you can use WasteSens or LevelSens, it has to be activated:
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Parameters Description Displayed if
Activate
WasteSens/Lev
elSens
If you connect the density - module, you can use an air pressure sensor:
AtmoSens: Atmospheric pressure sensor for measuring the absolute air pressure.
If an AtmoSens is connected, the atmospheric pressure (if required) is measured with the AtmoSens. If no
AtmoSens is connected, the air pressure is read out from the current value from Home > Setup > Global
settings> Physical properties.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Verify AtmoSens
availability
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If this parameter is activated, the use of the AtmoSens is enforced
for tasks which require the pressure.
5.2.6Auxiliary instruments
Navigation: Setup>Hardware>Auxiliary Instruments
Auxiliary instruments can be any instruments that access the 24V output or USB-RS232 adapter of the measur
ing instrument and that are to be used in a method.
An auxiliary instrument that accesses the 24V output is switched on for a predefined period and then switched
off again via the corresponding command. The instruments are controlled via the "Auxiliary instrument" method
function.
Auxiliary instruments form part of a method, while peripheral devices are classified as input/output devices
(printers, barcode readers etc.), which do not have direct access to methods.
Starting from the auxiliary instrument list, you can add new auxiliary instruments or select existing ones or
modify their parameters. In addition, the selected auxiliary instruments can be deleted.
A maximum of 30 auxiliary instruments can be entered.
Choose the New button in the Auxiliary Instruments dialog window to open the Auxiliary Instrument Para meters dialog.
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1 Before a new auxiliary instrument can be added, you must first use the "Control type" parameter to select
the manner in which the auxiliary instrument is to be controlled:. The following values are available for
"Control type":
24V output
USB-RS-232
2 You can assign a name of your choice to the auxiliary instrument.
The parameters for the control types are listed below:
24V output
Parameters Description Displayed if
Control type Indicates which port on the measuring instrument is to be used
for the auxiliary instrument.
Name A name of your choice. -
USB-RS-232 interface
Parameters Description Displayed if
Control type Indicates which port on the measuring instrument is to be used
for the auxiliary instrument.
Name A name of your choice. Adapter Defines which adapter is used. Maximum 2 auxiliary instruments
of type USB-RS-232 can be used in the same method (by using
adapter 1 and 2)
Baud rate The baud rate for data transmission via the RS-232 interface of
the adapter.
Data bit Defines the number of data bits. "Control type" = "USB-
"Control type" = "USBRS232"
"Control type" = "USBRS232"
RS232"
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Stop bit Defines the number of stop bits. (2 stop bits can only be selected
Parity Defines the parity protocol. "Control type" = "USB-
Handshake Data transmission via the RS-232 interface of the adapter. "Control type" = "USB-
A suitable adapter (USB data export box) is required for the USB-RS-232 connection.
5.3User settings
Navigation: > >
These settings contains the options that can be made specifically for each currently logged in user.
You can configure the language, the screen settings (for the touchscreen), the layout of the alphanumeric and
numeric keyboard, the use of beeps, and shortcuts for each user.
5.3.1Language
Navigation: Home > Setup > User settings > Language
The following languages are available:
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German
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English
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French
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Italian
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Polish
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Portuguese
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Spanish
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Chinese
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Russian
if 7 data bits are also selected at the same time.)
"Control type" = "USBRS232"
RS232"
RS232"
The language can be defined both for the operation of the terminal as well as for the protocols that are to be
printed out from a printer.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Touchscreen Language of the user interface Report Language of the printout* -
*
Chinese can not be selected as language for reports
5.3.2Screen
Navigation: Home > Setup > User – settings > Screen
The following parameters can be set in the screen settings:
Parameters Description Displayed if
Primary color Color of the user interface Brightness Brightness of the display Button shape Shape of buttons on the touchscreen Screen saver Activates screen saver Wait time Time for the display of the screen saver Activates screen saver
5.3.3Beep
Navigation: Home > Setup > User settings> Beep
The audio signal is set specifically for each user. You can activate the audio signal in the Audio-Signal set
tings dialog.
Parameters Description Displayed if
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5.3.4Shortcuts
Navigation: Home > Setup > User – settings > Shortcuts
In this dialog, every user has the opportunity to administer his or her own selected shortcuts.
The list of all shortcuts for the logged in user can be viewed. Individual shortcuts can be selected and deleted.
You can determine the following parameters:
Parameters Description Displayed if
Description This text is the name of the shortcut that is displayed in the
Immediate start When the shortcut is pressed, the display switches directly over
Homescreen
Position
5.3.5Keyboards
Navigation: Home > Setup > User – settings > Keyboards
In the Keyboard settings dialog, you can define the layout for the alphanumeric and the numeric input fields.
The following settings are available:
Parameters Description Displayed if
ABC keyboard Defines the layout of the alphanumeric input field. 123 keyboard Defines the arrangement of the keys for the numeric input field. -
Homescreen.
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5.4Global Settings
Navigation: Home > Setup > Global setting
In the Global Settings, you can make general settings to the measuring instrument that apply to all users of the instrument. The settings in this dialog can only be changed by users with the appropriate authorizations.
Global settings include:
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The system settings
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User management for creating user accounts and assigning rights.
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The settings for Analysis and resources behavior.
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Physical properties for defining the "Temperature unit" and the air pressure.
5.4.1System
Navigation: Home > Setup > Global settings > System
In the System settings dialog the following buttons are available:
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Identification:In this menu you can give the measuring instrument a freely definable ID consisting of at
least four characters.
In addition the following information is displayed: Device, serial number and firmware version.
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Date / time:You can define the format used to display the date and time and set the device date and time.
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Data storage: If this parameter is activated, all results that are saved under Home > Results are deleted
(only when device is shut down).
5.4.2User Management
Navigation: Home > Setup > Global settings > User management
By means of the User management dialog you can administer users and account policies for the instrument.
A maximum of 30 different users can be defined, from which only maximum one may be logged in with the
instrument (1 user operation).
User accounts can be deleted and edited.
There is a default user with the user name "Administrator" (user group: Administrators). This cannot be deleted.
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5.4.2.1Users
Navigation: Home > Setup > Global settings > User management > User
Via the button New in the User dialog you can open the User parameters of the dialog. It is possible to define
new users here.
"User management" is the only area in which users with administrator rights are able to edit settings and, there
fore, create or make changes to users.
Create a new user in the User parameters dialog as follows:
1 Define a user name.
2 Assign the user to a group. The following user groups are available:
Administrator
Expert
Technician
Operator
For information on the rights of these user groups, see "Setup (Setup: Global settings> User management>
User groups (page27)".
The following parameters are available in the User parameters dialog:
Parameters Description Displayed if
User name The user is uniquely identified in the system via the name. Full Name Complete name of the user. User Group Selection of the user group for the user. Depending on the user
Reset password Resets the password for the user to "123456". Activates "Enforce pass
Lock user Locks the user. Activates "Enforce pass
Enforce pass
word change
Created by The administrator logged in at time of creation Created on Date of creation and time (info field) Modified by The administrator logged in at time of creation Modified at Change date and time (info field) -
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group the user has various rights.
word/fingerprint"
word/fingerprint"
With the next login the entry of a new password will be enforced. Activates "Enforce pass
word/fingerprint"
5.4.2.2Account Policy
Navigation: Home > Setup > Global setting > User management > Account policies
The following parameters can be edited in the dialog:
Parameters Description Displayed if
Enforce pass
word/fingerprint
Min. password
length
If the parameter "Enforce password" is deactivated, then the instrument starts directly, i.e. not via the login
screen (only if one user is defined – corresponds to the factory settings). If several users are defined, the user
name can be selected in the login screen from a list.
5.4.2.3User Groups
Each user is assigned to a user group. The following four user groups (with decreasing rights going down
ward) should be distinguished:
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Administrator
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Expert
If this parameter has been activated, you can only log in by
entering the password (or via the fingerprint reader, if the para
meter "Activate fingerprint reader" is activated, in Home >
Setup > Hardware > Peripherals > Fingerprint
reader).
The minimum length of the user passwords Activates "Enforce pass
word/fingerprint"
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