Myron L ULTRAPENX2 Operation Manual

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Operation

Manual

PTBTX2™ APP

For use with ULTRAPENX2™ Pocket Testers

(with Comm Firmware 2.x)

and Your iOS™ or Android™ Mobile Devices

02JUL19

PLEASE NOTE:

Because of our commitment to product improvement, the substance

and style of this manual may change. When changes are made,

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Operation Manual – PTBTX2 App – Table of Contents

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................1

1. General Statements: ............................................................................. 2

2. Minimum System Requirements: .......................................................... 2

3. To Download the Mobile App: ............................................................... 2

ULTRAPENX2 FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS .................3

4. PTBT1 Features .................................................................................... 3

5. PTBT2 Features .................................................................................... 4

6. PTBT3 Features .................................................................................... 5

7. Specification Tables .............................................................................. 6

BASIC INTERFACE .....................................................................9

8. Main Measurement Screen ................................................................... 9

9. Feature Navigation Bar ....................................................................... 10

PAIRING TO AND UNPAIRING FROM AN ULTRAPENX2 .... 12

10. Connect / Disconnect Screen.............................................................. 12

11. Pairing an ULTRAPENX2 to the Mobile Device .................................. 13

12. Switching to a Different ULTRAPENX2............................................... 14

13. Correcting Connection Problems ........................................................ 15

14. Unpairing an ULTRAPENX2 ............................................................... 16

15. Deleting an ULTRAPENX2 from the Pen List ..................................... 17

ULTRAPENX2 MEASUREMENTS ........................................... 18

16. Making Measurements – General Notes............................................. 18

17. Making Measurements – HOLD mode ................................................ 19

18. Making Measurements – LIVE Mode .................................................. 20

19. Using the Scoop .................................................................................. 22

THE MAIN SETTINGS SCREEN .............................................. 23

ULTRAPENX2 SETTINGS ........................................................ 24

20. Accessing ULTRAPENX2 Settings ..................................................... 24

21. Changing the PTBT1 Solution Mode................................................... 27

22. Changing the PTBT2 / PTBT3 Pen Mode (LIVE / HOLD) ................... 29

PTBTX2 APP PREFERENCES & REFERENCE INFORMATION

.............................................................................................. 31

23. Accessing Application Preferences ..................................................... 31

24. Turning the Mobile Device Screen Lock Switch ON / OFF ................. 32

25. Changing the Email Format ................................................................ 33

26. Changing the Time and Date Formats ................................................ 34

27. Changing the Temperature Units of Measure ..................................... 36

28. Creating and Using Locations ............................................................. 37

29. The Demo Ultrapen ............................................................................. 48

REFERENCE INFORMATON ................................................... 50

30. Help ..................................................................................................... 50

31. About ................................................................................................... 50

DATA RECORDS....................................................................... 51

32. Creating and Displaying Data Records ............................................... 51

33. Adding a Note to a Data Record.......................................................... 54

34. Replacing the Data in a Record........................................................... 55

EDITING THE DATA RECORDS AND THE RECORDS LIST . 57

35. Manually Selecting Multiple Records................................................... 57

36. Using the Sort Feature to Arrange Data Records on the List .............. 58

37. Filtering the Data Records List ............................................................ 62

38. Clearing a Single Record on the List ................................................... 64

39. Clearing Multiple Records on the List .................................................. 65

40. Deleting a Single Record from the List ................................................ 66

41. Deleting Multiple Records from the List ............................................... 67

42. Exporting Data Records ...................................................................... 68

ULTRAPENX2 CALIBRATION ................................................. 69

43. General Calibration Information........................................................... 69

44. Calibration Preparation ........................................................................ 70

45. PTBT1 – Single Point Wet Calibration................................................. 72

46. PTBT2 – Full THREE Point Wet Calibration........................................ 73

47. PTBT2 – TWO Point Wet Calibration. ................................................. 76

48. PTBT2 – Single Point (Offset) Wet Calibration.................................... 78

49. PTBT2 – Single Point (Gain) Wet Calibration...................................... 79

50. PTBT3 – Single Point Wet Calibration................................................. 80

51. Factory CAL......................................................................................... 81

CALIBRATION RECORDS ....................................................... 82

52. Accessing Calibration Records............................................................ 82

53. Sorting, Filtering and Deleting Calibration Records............................. 83

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING ............................................ 84

54. Battery Replacement ........................................................................... 84

55. Routine Maintenance PTBT1 .............................................................. 84

56. Routine Maintenance PTBT2 .............................................................. 85

57. Routine Maintenance PTBT3 .............................................................. 85

58. ULTRAPENX2 Sensor Replacement ................................................. 86

59. Accessories ......................................................................................... 88

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS ................................................... 90

60. Communication Errors ......................................................................... 90

61. Other App Issues ................................................................................. 92

62. PTBT2 pH Sensor Issues. ................................................................... 93

Operation Manual – PTBTX2 App – Introduction

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INTRODUCTION

The Myron L® Company ULTRAPENX2, Bluetooth® enabled pocket testers are designed to be extremely accurate, fast and simple to use in diverse water quality applications when paired with a mobile device. A free App provides easy-to-read displays and user-intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI). The Bluetooth wireless connection means that there are no bothersome wires getting in the way when moving quickly between samples and that the paired mobile device can be located safely away from liquids.

Advanced features include: Automatic temperature compensation; stable microprocessor-based circuitry and a rugged, waterproof housing.

Available Models:

● PTBT1 – Conductivity, Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Salinity, and Temperature measurement.

● PTBT2 – pH and Temperature measurement.

● PTBT3 – ORP & Temperature measurement.

● Coming Soon: ○ PTBT4 – Free Chlorine Equivalent (FC

™) & Temperature measurement.

○ PTBT5 – Dissolved Oxygen & Temperature measurement.

Using the mobile device’s touch screen:

● Initiate Measurements and Calibrations.

● Each ULTRAPENX2 can be given a unique name so it is easily identifiable no matter what mobile device is used with it.

● Measurement locations can be programmed as: ○ GPS locations that are automatically selected when the user is close to a specific measurement local, or;

○ Non-GPS locations for applications where test sites are too close together for the GPS to differentiate.

● Measurements can be saved to the mobile device's memory including measurement data, ULTRAPENX2 settings, date and time,

sample temperature, ULTRAPENX2 name and measurement location.

● Records can be exported via the mobile device’s email function as either .csv, .xls, or .xlsx formatted files.

● Recorded measurements can be sorted and filtered to select a subset of records that can then be emailed or deleted without

affecting other records stored in memory.

Myron L® is a registered trademark of the Myron L® Company. iOS™ is a trademark of Cisco Systems Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. It is used under license by Apple Inc. for its iPhone, iPod touch and iPad operating systems. App Store® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. Android™ and Google Play™ are trademarks of Google Inc. Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc.

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1. General Statements:

● Throughout this manual the term “menu” will be used for any list of options presented to the user, including:

■ Android Context Menus.

■ iOS Picker Wheels.

2. Minimum System Requirements:

Mobile device running:

● Apple iOS 10.0 or later.

● Android™ OS 7.0 or later.

3. To Download the Mobile App:

PTBTX2™ is a free App.

On the , search for the iPhone App “PTBTX2™”

● If the App store search feature doesn’t find this App, make sure your App Store search parameters are set to search for iPhone

Apps and NOT iPad apps.

○ Although this is classified as an iPhone App, it has been fully tested on and runs on all Apple iOS devices, including iPad and

iPad Mini

● Tap the +GET button.

● Tap the INSTALL button.

On the , search for the App “PTBTX2™”

● Tap the App icon.

● Tap the INSTALL button.

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ULTRAPENX2 FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

This section describes:

● Basic Features and Layout of the ULTRAPENX2 Pocket Testers.

4. PTBT1 Features

Figure 4-1

PTBT1 (Conductivity, TDS and Salinity) Features (see Figure 4-1).

1. Push Button – Press to turn ON and place it in Standby Mode.

2. Battery Cap – Unscrew to change battery.

3. LED Indicator – Flashes rapidly when the PTBT1 is MEASURING and once every 5 seconds when the PTBT1 is in STANDBY mode.

4. Conductivity Cell – Includes electrodes that inject electrical current into test sample and contains flux field in a defined area to accurately measure conductivity.

5. Cap Stop – Pushing the protective cap beyond the cap stop may damage the Cell.

6. Protective Cap – Protects the Cell from damage while not in use.

● To remove the cap, wiggle it side to side while pulling gently.

7. Scoop – Contains sample solution for measurement when sampling from a vertical stream. Refer to the section titled “Using the Scoop”.

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5. PTBT2 Features

Figure 5-1

PTBT2 (pH) Features (see Figure 5-1).

1. Push Button – Press to turn PTBT2 ON and place it in Standby Mode.

2. Battery Cap – Unscrew to change battery.

3. LED Indicator Light – Flashes rapidly when the PTBT2 is MEASURING and once every 5 seconds when the PTBT2 is in STANDBY mode.

4. pH Sensor – Includes pH Sensor to measure hydrogen ion concentration of solution and thermistor to measure temperature.

5. Cap Stop – Pushing the protective cap beyond the cap stop may damage the Sensor.

6. Protective / Hydration Cap – Protects Sensor from damage and holds MLC Storage Solution to preserve Sensor functionality.

● To remove the cap, wiggle it side to side while pulling Sensor from the PTBT2 body.

● To replace, fill the cap half full ONLY with storage solution. Wiggle the cap side to side while pushing it onto the PTBT2. ○ Be careful, excess solution may squirt out.

7. Scoop – Contains sample solution for measurement when sampling from a vertical stream. Refer to the section titled “Using the Scoop”. NOTE: The formation of KCl crystals around the Protective/Hydration cap is normal and will not affect the Sensor life, performance, or

accuracy provided they are rinsed off with water prior to use.

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6. PTBT3 Features

Figure 6-1

PTBT3 (ORP) Features (see Figure 6-1).

1. Push Button – Press to turn PTBT3 ON and place it in Standby Mode.

2. Battery Cap – Unscrew to change battery.

3. LED Indicator Light – Flashes rapidly when the PTBT3 is MEASURING and once every 5 seconds when the PTBT3 is in STANDBY mode.

4. ORP Sensor – Measures Oxidation-Reduction Potential or redox of solution.

5. Cap Stop – Pushing the protective cap beyond the cap stop could damage the Sensor.

6. Protective / Hydration Cap – Protects Sensor from damage and holds MLC Storage Solution to preserve Sensor functionality.

● To remove the cap, wiggle it side to side while pulling gently.

● Use caution not to spill solution or accidentally pull the Sensor from the PTBT3 body.

● To replace, fill the cap half full ONLY with storage solution. Wiggle the cap side to side while pushing it onto the PTBT3. ○ Be careful, excess solution may squirt out.

7. Scoop – Contains sample solution for measurement when sampling from a vertical stream. Refer to the section titled “Using the Scoop”.

8. ORP Electrode Cleaning Paper – Used for deep cleaning the platinum electrode.

● The Sensor must be reconditioned after deep cleaning. See Section Routine Maintenance PTBT2.

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7. Specification Tables

Table 1: PTBT1 (Conductivity, TDS, Salinity) Specifications

PTBTX2 App Requirements:

Apple iOS 10.0 or later; Android 7.0 or later

Measurement Range:

1 - 9999 µS or ppm (0.0010 - 9.999 ppt salinity)

Accuracy (After Wet Calibration):

± 1% of reading

Repeatability:

< 1000 µS or ppm ± 1 Count ≥ 1000 µS or ppm ± 0.3% of reading

Resolution:

Conductivity and TDS: 0.1 for 1.0 - 99.9 µS or ppm; 1 for 100 - 9999 µS or ppm Salinity: 0.0001 for 0.0010 - 0.0999 ppt; 0.001 for 0.100 - 9.999 ppt Temperature: 0.1 ºC or ºF

Time to Reading Stabilization:

10 - 20 seconds

Power Consumption:

Active Mode: 30 – 100 mA; Sleep Mode: 2 µA

Temperature Measurement Range:

0 – 71 °C or 32 – 160 °F Temperature Accuracy:

± 0.1 ºC

Temperature Compensation:

Automatic to 25 ºC

Physical Dimensions:

17.15 cm L x 1.59 cm D or 6.75 in. L x .625 in. D

Weight:

54 g or 1.9 oz.

Case Material:

Anodized Aircraft Aluminum with Protective Coating

Battery Type:

One N-type, Alkaline, 1.5 V

Calibration Solutions:

1800 µS KCl; 3000 ppm 442™ (2027 ppm NaCl)

Operating/Storage Temperature:

0 – 55 ºC or 32 – 131 ºF

Enclosure Rating:

IP67 and NEMA 6

EN61236-1: 2006 - Annex A: 2008

Electrostatic discharge to case of instrument may cause PTBT1 to spontaneously power on. In this case, the PTBT1 will power off after several seconds.

FCC ID: T7VPAN17

The Bluetooth transceiver device meets the requirements for modular transmitter approval as detailed in FCC public Notice DA00-1407.

Canada (IC), license: IC: 216Q-PAN17

The Bluetooth transceiver device meets the requirements for modular transmitter approval as detailed in RSS-GEN.

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Table 2: PTBT2 (pH) Specifications

PTBTX2 App Requirements:

Apple iOS 10.0 or later; Android 7.0 or later

Measurement Range:

0.00 – 14.00 pH

Accuracy (After Wet Calibration):

± 0.01 pH

Repeatability:

± 0.01 pH

Resolution:

0.01 pH; Temperature: 0.1 ºC or 0.1 ºF

Time to Reading Stabilization:

10 - 30 seconds

Power Consumption:

Active Mode: 30-140 mA; Sleep Mode: 2 µA

Temperature Measurement Range:

0 – 71 °C or 32 – 160 °F Temperature Accuracy:

± 0.1 ºC

Temperature Compensation:

Automatic to 25 ºC

Physical Dimensions:

17.15 cm L x 1.59 cm D or 6.75 in. L x .625 in. D

Weight:

54 g or 1.9 oz.

Case Material:

Anodized Aircraft Aluminum with Protective Coating

Battery Type:

One N-type, Alkaline, 1.5 V

Calibration Solutions:

4.0 pH, 7.0 pH and 10.0 pH Buffer Solutions

Operating/Storage Temperature:

0 – 55 ºC or 32 – 131 ºF

Enclosure Rating:

IP67 and NEMA 6

EN61236-1: 2006 - Annex A: 2008

Electrostatic discharge to case of instrument may cause the PTBT2 to spontaneously power on. In this case, the PTBT2 will power off after several seconds.

FCC ID: T7VPAN17

The Bluetooth transceiver device meets the requirements for modular transmitter approval as detailed in FCC public Notice DA00-1407.

Canada (IC), license: IC: 216Q-PAN17

The Bluetooth transceiver device meets the requirements for modular transmitter approval as detailed in RSS-GEN.

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Table 3: PTBT3 (ORP) Specifications

PTBTX2 App Requirements:

Apple iOS 10.0 or later; Android 7.0 or later

Measurement Range:

-1000mV to +1000mV

Accuracy (After Wet Cal):

± 10 mV

Resolution:

ORP: 1 mV Temperature: 0.1 ºC or 0.1 ºF

Time to Reading Stabilization:

10 - 45 seconds

Power Consumption:

Active Mode 30-140 mA, Sleep Mode 2 µA

Temperature Measurement Range:

0 – 71 °C or 32 – 160 °F Temperature Accuracy:

± 0.1 ºC

Temperature Compensation:

Automatic in Calibration Mode From 15 ºC to 30 ºC

Physical Dimensions:

17.15 cm L x 1.59 cm D or 6.75 in. L x .625 in. D

Weight:

54 g or 1.9 oz.

Case Material:

Anodized Aircraft Aluminum with Protective Coating

Battery Type:

One N-type, Alkaline 1.5 V

Calibration Standard Solution:

80.0 mV, 260.0 mV and 470.0 mV

Operating/Storage Temperature:

0 – 55 ºC or 32 – 131 ºF

Enclosure, Rating:

IP67 and NEMA 6

EN61236-1: 2006-Annex A: 2008;

Electrostatic discharge to case of instrument may cause PTBT3 to spontaneously power on. In this case, the PTBT3 will power off after several seconds.

FCC ID: T7VPAN17

The Bluetooth transceiver device meets the requirements for modular transmitter approval as detailed in FCC public Notice DA00-1407.

Canada (IC), license: IC: 216Q-PAN17

The Bluetooth transceiver device meets the requirements for modular transmitter approval as detailed in RSS-GEN.

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BASIC INTERFACE

8. Main Measurement Screen

The Measurement screen is the screen that appears when the App is Opened and the screen that displays the results of measurements.

1. If there is no Connected and Paired ULTRAPENX2, this screen will appear.

2. If this screen appears, press the button on the back of the ULTRAPENX2 to wake it up.

3. When this screen appears, tap the GREEN Measure button to start a measurement.

4. This screen appears once a measurement is completed.

KEY

1. Measurement Value Field – Displays the measured value of the solution.

2. Units of Measure – Displays correct units for chosen measurement type.

3. Measurement type – Displays the Measurement type (e.g. pH or ORP). For PTBT1 ONLY, it displays the Solution Mode setting.

4. Solution Temperature – Measured temperature of the solution.

5. ULTRAPENX2 Battery Level – Displays the current charge level of the ULTRAPENX2’s battery.

● Flashes RED when ULTRAPENX2 battery is ≤ 25%. ○ Replace the battery IMMEDIATELY!

6. Memory Store button (MS) – Tap here to record the measurement in the App's database.

7. Memory Replace button (MS Replace) – Tap here to replace a previously stored measurement with data from a new measurement.

8. Measure Button – Appears when ULTRAPENX2 is ready to take a measurement. Tap this button to start a measurement.

9. Feature Navigation Bar – these buttons activate various App features.

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9. Feature Navigation Bar

This bar appears at the bottom of all screens. The buttons in this bar are used to navigate between the various main functional sections of the application.

● The graphic of the button corresponding to the currently active functional section of the App will switch from WHITE to BLUE.

● The Feature Navigation Bar contains the following buttons:

Measurement:

Tapping this button returns the application to the main Measurement screen.

Memory Recall (MR):

Tapping this button opens a list of previously stored data records. This list may be used to:

● View individual data records.

● Add notes to data records.

● Sort and filter the list to only show specific sets of records.

Calibration (CAL):

Tap this button to open the Calibration module of the App.

● ULTRAPENX2 Calibrations should always be performed using Myron L

Company Standard Solutions and Buffers.

○ Calibration constants derived from these calibrations are stored in the ULTRAPENX2’s memory and are applied to

subsequent measurements.

● Use the FAC CAL feature to erase stored calibration constants and return an ULTRAPENX2 to its original Factory Calibration

settings.

○ FAC CAL does not account for changes in the Cell‘s / Sensor’s current condition.

Connect/Disconnect:

Tapping this button takes you to a screen that allows you to Pair / Unpair and Connect / Disconnect an ULTRAPENX2 to the App or change the pairing / connection to a different Ultra ULTRAPENX2 pen.

● This is a context sensitive button. Whenever an ULTRAPENX2 is currently connected and paired to the PTBTX2 App: ○ The button name changes to Disconnect.

○ The Feature Navigation Bar button symbol changes from to

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Preferences:

Tapping this button opens the main Settings section of the App where the user is able to:

● Change settings for the currently Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 including: ○ Rename it.

○ Select a Solution Mode (only applies to PTBT1). ○ Select LIVE or HOLD Measurement Mode (only applies to PTBT2 and PTBT3). ○ Displays the ULTRAPENX2 firmware revision.

● Set application preferences, including (this does not require an active connection to an ULTRAPENX2): ○ Override the mobile device's Screen Lock or Sleep Mode ONLY while the PTBTX2 App is active.

■ This DOES NOT change the native setting of the mobile device.

■ When the PTBTX2 App is closed or inactive, the mobile device’s screen lock feature will function normally.

○ Program measurement locations. ○ Select a file format for emailing/exporting data. ○ Select date and time formats. ○ Chose which version of the ULTRAPENX2 you wish the Demo Pen feature to emulate. ○ Choose between displaying Temperature data as either °C or °F.

● Access Help files by opening the device’s default browser and opening the Myron L

Company web page where they can be

found.

● Access the About page (displays the current revision of the PTBTX2 App).

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PAIRING TO AND UNPAIRING FROM AN ULTRAPENX2

WARNING!! Each ULTRAPENX2 can only be connected and paired to ONE mobile device at a time!

● ALWAYS disconnect / unpair from the current mobile device BEFORE connecting / pairing to another mobile device. ○ It is not necessary to delete the ULTRAPENX2 from the Connect / Disconnect screen.

10. Connect / Disconnect Screen

The Feature Navigation Bar includes a Connect button. Tapping this button opens a screen that is used to pair the Ultra ULTRAPENX2 pen with the mobile device and connect it to the App.

● The label and graphic of this button as well as the title of the screen will switch to say Disconnect when an ULTRAPENX2 is

currently paired to the App.

● This screen lists: ○ The Demo Pen: This is a simulated ULTRAPENX2 that can be used to explore the

Features and Functions of the App without having to connect to an actual ULTRAPENX2.

○ The currently Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2. ○ Disconnected: ULTRAPENX2’s that have previously been, but no longer are connected

and paired to the App.

○ Discovered: ULTRAPENX2’s that have been found by the App, but have not yet been

connected and paired.

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11. Pairing an ULTRAPENX2 to the Mobile Device

To pair and connect the ULTRAPENX2 to your mobile device:

1. Make sure that the ULTRAPENX2 to which you wish to pair is not paired to any other mobile device.

2. Turn the ULTRAPENX2 on then tap the Connect / Disconnect button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

3. Swipe DOWN on the Connect / Disconnect screen.

The New ULTRAPENX2 will appear on the List.

A green gem may appear to the left of the ULTRAPENX2’s Name, indicating the Pen is Awake and in Standby Mode.

4. Tap the Line showing the New ULTRAPENX2.

5. When the Connection Process is completed; the ULTRAPENX2 will move to the top of the list.

Its status will change to “Connected”.

A blue checkmark will appear next to the Pen Name.

NOTE: If this is the first time this ULTRAPENX2 has been connected to this mobile device, the Pen Type may not appear until AFTER

a Measurement or Calibration is performed with the ULTRAPENX2.

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12. Switching to a Different ULTRAPENX2

1. Make sure that the ULTRAPENX2 to which you wish to pair is not paired to any other mobile device.

2. Tap the Connect / Disconnect button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

3. Press and Release the button on the Back of the ULTRAPENX2.

4. Swipe DOWN on the Connect / Disconnect screen.

The New ULTRAPENX2 will appear on the List.

A green gem may appear to the left of the ULTRAPENX2 Name, indicating the Pen is Awake and in Standby Mode.

5. Tap the Line showing the New ULTRAPENX2.

6. A dialogue Box will appear.

Tap the “Disconnect”

button.

Tapping the “Cancel”

button leaves the connection unchanged.

7. When the connection process is completed; the new ULTRAPENX2 will move to the t of the list.

Its status will change to “Connected”.

A blue checkmark will appear next to the Name.

NOTE: In Step 4 above, if the Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 is ON (in standby mode), the App will refresh the connection.

● An alert dialogue box will appear saying, “Connecting …”.

● Once this is completed, the dialogue box will disappear and you may proceed to step 5, above.

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13. Correcting Connection Problems

Sometimes your mobile device and the ULTRAPENX2 may have problems connecting. Below are the most common connectivity issues and how to fix them.

ULTRAPENX2 will not appear on the Connect / Disconnect Screen.

1. Close the PTBTX2 App.

1. Check the status of the mobile device’s Bluetooth feature. If it is OFF turn it ON.

2. Make sure the ULTRAPENX2 is ON and in Standby Mode.

1. Reopen the PTBTX2 App.

2. Open the Connect / Disconnect screen.

3. Swipe Down on the Connect / Disconnect screen to start a search for available ULTRAPENX2’s.

4. The ULTRAPENX2 should appear on the list.

5. Tap that line on the Ultrapen list.

Ultrapen will not appear on the Connect / Disconnect Screen, but Device’s Bluetooth is ON.

1. Close the PTBTX2 App.

2. Turn OFF the mobile device.

3. Make sure the ULTRAPENX2 is ON and in Standby Mode.

4. Restart the mobile device.

5. Reopen the PTBTX2 App.

6. If the mobile device asks you if it should allow the PTBTX2 App access to the device’s Bluetooth, say YES / OK.

7. Tap the Connect / Disconnect button in the Feature Navigation Bar.

8. When the Connect / Disconnect screen opens, swipe Down to start a search of available ULTRAPENX2’s.

9. The ULTRAPENX2 should appear on the list. A green gem should appear to the left of the new ULTRAPENX2.

10. Tap that line on the ULTRAPENX2 list.

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14. Unpairing an ULTRAPENX2

Once successfully paired with the App, the ULTRAPENX2:

● Stays paired until it is manually unpaired by the user.

● Will remain on the list until removed by the user.

Unpairing / Disconnecting an ULTRAPENX2

1. Tap the Line showing the Connected ULTRAPENX2.

2. A dialogue Box will appear.

Tap the “Disconnect” button. Tapping the “Cancel” button leaves

the connection / pairing unchanged.

3. When the Disconnection Process is completed.

Its status will change to “Disconnected”.

The blue checkmark will disappear. The title and Feature Navigation Bar

button will change to say “Connect”.

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15. Deleting an ULTRAPENX2 from the Pen List

1. Tap the Connect / Disconnect button on the Feature Navigation Bar to switch to the Connect / Disconnect screen.

2. Tap the EDIT button in the top right corner of the screen.

3. Tap the small red circle that appears to the left of the ULTRAPENX2 name.

4. Tap the RED Delete button that appears to the right of the ULTRAPENX2 name.

5. The ULTRAPENX2 will disappear from the list.

6. Tap the DONE button at the top right of the screen.

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ULTRAPENX2 MEASUREMENTS

16. Making Measurements – General Notes

1. Turn on the PTBTX2 App.

● Before you take a reading, make sure

the ULTRAPENX2 is Paired / Connected to the App and that the Sensor is clean and calibrated.

● The sample solution must also be

within the speciﬁed measurement

range.

● Keep all foreign material away from the

sample to avoid contamination.

2. If there is no Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2, this screen will appear.

See the Section 11 above for instructions on connecting an ULTRAPENX2 to the PTBTX2 App.

3. If this screen appears, press the button on the back of the connected ULTRAPENX2 to wake it up and place it in Standby Mode.

NOTE: If you need to test a vertical stream of solution, use the scoop (see the section on Using the Scoop).

CAUTIONS:

● PTBT2 and PTBT3: ○ When measuring a solution at the extremes of the speciﬁed temperature or pH / ORP range, allow the pen to equilibrate by

submerging the Sensor in the new sample solution for 1-minute prior to taking a measurement.

● PTBT3 ONLY: ○ When moving from solutions with high ionic strength to solutions with low ionic strength, allow the ULTRAPENX2 to equilibrate

by submerging the Sensor in the low ionic strength sample solution for 1-minute prior to taking a measurement.

○ In some applications you may want to allow the Sensor to soak longer, until equilibrium with the solution is reached.

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17. Making Measurements – HOLD mode

NOTE: For best results:

● Always have a separate container of Rinse Solution from the same sample you intend to measure.

● Do not rest the Sensor / Cell on the bottom of the sample container.

1. Press and release the PEN BUTTON on the PTBT2 or PTBT3 to turn it ON and place the ULTRAPENX2 into STANDBY mode.

2. Grasp the ULTRAPENX2 near the battery cap to avoid contaminating the sample.

3. Rinse the Sensor by swirling it around in fresh sample solution.

4. Remove ULTRAPENX2 from the rinse solution and place it in the solution you want to measure.

5. When this screen appears, tap the GREEN Measure button.

As the ULTRAPENX2 begins taking a measurement the ULTRAPENX2’s LED will begin flashing rapidly.

6. Swirl the pen in the sample while the ULTRAPENX2 is measuring.

Try to keep the Sensor / Cell at least 1-inch away from the sides or bottom of the container.

7. When the ULTRAPENX2 completes the measurement, the App will display the values.

The Value will be held on the

Measurement screen until: a. The App is closed. b. The Connected / Paired

ULTRAPENX2 turns OFF.

c. The Connected / Paired

ULTRAPENX2 is disconnected.

Tap the Measure button to start a new measurement.

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18. Making Measurements – LIVE Mode

In LIVE mode, the ULTRAPENX2 will continue taking new measurements and periodically sending them to the App which will update the Measurement screen with the most recent measurement.

Switching from HOLD mode to LIVE mode

(PTBT2 and PTBT3 ONLY)

1. Press and release the PEN BUTTON on the PTBT2 or PTBT3 to turn it ON and place the ULTRAPENX2 into STANDBY mode.

2. Make sure it is Paired / Connected to the App.

3. Tap the Preferences button in the Feature Navigation Bar.

4. When this screen appears, tap the Line that says Ultrapen Settings.

5. Tap the Pen Mode line on the screen.

6. The App will display the current mode setting.

Tap the Pen Mode field.

7. When the Pen Mode menu appears, select LIVE.

Then tap APPLY.

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Starting and Ending LIVE mode Measurements

1. Press and release the PEN BUTTON on the PTBT2 or PTBT3 to turn it ON and place the ULTRAPENX2 into STANDBY mode.

2. Tap the Measurement button in the Feature Navigation Bar.

3. Grasp the ULTRAPENX2 near the battery cap to avoid contaminating the sample.

4. Rinse the Sensor by swirling it around in fresh sample solution.

5. Remove ULTRAPENX2 from the rinse solution and place it in the solution you want to measure.

ULTRAPENX2

6. When this screen appears the, tap the GREEN Measure button.

The ULTRAPENX2 will begin taking measurements.

While the ULTRAPENX2 is taking measurements the ULTRAPENX2’s LED will flash rapidly.

7. Swirl the pen in the sample while the ULTRAPENX2 is measuring.

Try to keep the Sensor / Cell at least 1-inch away from the sides or the bottom of the container.

8. Once the ULTRAPENX2 begins sending measurements they will appear on the Measurement screen.

Tap the BLUE button to manually stop LIVE mode.

It will stop automatically after 5 minutes.

9. When the Live mode ends the App will display the final value.

The value will be held on the Measure screen until:

a. The App is closed.

b. The Connected / Paired

ULTRAPENX2 Turns OFF.

c. The Connected / Paired

ULTRAPENX2 is disconnected.

● Tap the GREEN Measure button to start a new measurement.

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19. Using the Scoop

NOTE: If you cannot dip the pen in the sample solution or pour the sample into a clean container, use the scoop.

● For best results, we recommend calibrating the ULTRAPENX2 using the scoop before using it to make measurements.

To use the scoop:

● Slide the open end of the scoop over the ULTRAPENX2’s Cell / Sensor shifting from side-to-side until the neck of the scoop is

flush with the cap stop.

● Hold scoop under stream and perform the measurement as normal. ○ Avoid bubbles.

● To remove, pull the scoop off while shifting side-to-side. ○ If the Sensor is not fully seated, reinstall per the Sensor replacement instructions for that type of ULTRAPENX2 pen (see

Section 58 ULTRAPENX2 Sensor Replacement).

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THE MAIN SETTINGS SCREEN

To access the Ultrapen Settings tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

● The Main Preferences screen will appear.

● There will be four selections:

ULTRAPEN SETTINGS

● Ultrapen Name: View and/or edit the Name by which an ULTRAPENX2 appears in data

records and on the Connect screen list.

● PTBT1: Solution Mode – Allows you to select one of the following Temperature Compensation

models.

○ Conductivity – KCl ○ TDS – 442™ (Myron L

Company Natural Water standard)

○ TDS – NaCl ○ Salinity – 442™ ○ Salinity – NaCl

● Pen Mode: Sets the ULTRAPENX2 in HOLD mode or LIVE mode (PTBT2 and PTBT3 only). ○ HOLD mode waits for the ULTRAPENX2 to stabilize then reports a single reading.

○ LIVE mode allows the ULTRAPENX2 to take continuous readings, which are displayed on

the Measurement screen, for a period of 5 minutes (unless it is turned off manually).

● Ultrapen Revision number: The revision of the ULTRAPENX2 firmware is displayed here.

APPLICATION PREFERENCES

● Mobile Device Screen Lock: This feature allows the PTBTX2 App to continue running uninterrupted, without requiring you to

constantly turn the mobile device's native Auto-Lock (iOS) or Screen Time Out (Android) feature ON and OFF.

● Location: The PTBTX2 App’s Location feature allows you to include a location in stored data records. ○ Locations can be related to GPS positions or programmed manually.

● Email Format: Lets the user choose the format (.csv, .xls, .xlsx) in which data records are exported.

● Date / Time Format: Used to choose between 12 or 24-hour time format and several different formats for dates.

● Temperature Units: Used to choose between displaying temperature data as °C and °F.

● Demo Pen Model: The PTBTX2 App includes a simulated ULTRAPENX2 that is used to explore the features and functions of the

App without having an actual ULTRAPENX2. This set of screens is used to select which type of ULTRAPENX2 is to be simulated.

HELP: Opens a link to a Myron L® Company web page that includes a variety of downloadable instructions and manuals.

ABOUT: Basic information about this version of the App.

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ULTRAPENX2 SETTINGS

20. Accessing ULTRAPENX2 Settings

To access the ULTRAPENX2 Settings:

1. Tap the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Tap the Ultrapen Settings line on the Main Settings screen.

3. If there is no Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2, this screen will appear.

See the Section 11 above for instructions on connecting an ULTRAPENX2 to the PTBTX2 App.

4. If this screen appears, press the button on the back of the connected ULTRAPENX2 to wake it up and place it in Standby mode.

5. If this screen appears the ULTRAPENX2 is Awake and standing by.

Tap the line related to what setting you wish to change.

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Changing the ULTRAPENX2 Name All ULTRAPENX2 s have the default name “MLC-PTBTx[ 4-digit Hexadecimal MAC Address]”.

● EXAMPLE: MLCP-TBTX94C5

To change an ULTRAPENX2’s name:

1. Tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Select Ultrapen Settings from the list that appears.

3. If this screen appears, press the button on the back of the connected ULTRAPENX2 to wake it up and place it in Standby mode.

4. When this screen appears the ULTRAPENX2 is awake and standing by.

Tap the Ultrapen Name line on the Ultrapen Settings screen.

5. Tap anywhere in the Name field to start the process for renaming the ULTRAPENX2.

You will NOT be able to overwrite the MLC prefix.

6. Type the new Name into the field.

7. Tap the SAVE button at the top, right of the screen.

NOTE: ONLY alphanumeric characters (Upper and lower case), spaces, hyphens and underscores can be used.

Max name length is ≤ 13 characters + the “MLC” prefix.

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8. The App will begin downloading the new Name to the ULTRAPENX2.

9. At some point the App will turn the ULTRAPENX2 OFF so that it can be reset with the new name.

DO NOT interact with EITHER the ULTRAPENX2 or the App while this screen is displayed.

10. After approximately 1-5 seconds the App will turn the ULTRAPENX2 back ON and complete resetting the ULTRAPENX2’s Name.

11. Once the Name change process is complete, the Ultrapen Settings screen will reappear and show the NEW Name.

The entire process can take up to 1-minute to complete.

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21. Changing the PTBT1 Solution Mode

1. Tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Select Ultrapen Settings from the list that appears.

3. If this screen appears, press the button on the back of the connected PTBT1 to wake it up and place it in Standby mode.

4. When this screen appears

the ULTRAPENX2 is Awake and standing by.

Tap the Solution Mode line on the Ultrapen Settings screen.

5. Tap anywhere in the Solution Mode field to open the Solution Mode menu.

6. Select the desired Solution Mode, then tap Apply.

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7. The App will upload the new Solution Mode Setting to the Connected / Paired PTBT1.

8. Once the Solution Mode change process is

complete, the Ultrapen Settings screen will reappear and show the NEW Solution Mode setting.

● Tap the Measurement button in the Feature Navigation Bar to return to the Measurement screen and take measurements.

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22. Changing the PTBT2 / PTBT3 Pen Mode (LIVE / HOLD)

1. Tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Select Ultrapen Settings from the list that appears.

3. If this screen appears, press the button on the back of the connected ULTRAPENX2 to wake it up and place it in Standby mode.

4. When this screen appears the ULTRAPENX2 is Awake and standing by.

Tap the Pen Mode line on the Ultrapen Settings screen.

5. Tap anywhere in the Pen Mode field to open the Pen Mode menu.

6. Select the desired Pen Mode, then tap Apply.

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7. The App will upload the new Pen Mode Setting to the Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2.

8. Once the Pen Mode change process is

complete the Ultrapen Settings screen will reappear and show the NEW Pen Mode.

● Tap the Measurement button in the Feature Navigation Bar to return to the Measurement screen and begin taking

measurements.

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PTBTX2 APP PREFERENCES & REFERENCE INFORMATION

23. Accessing Application Preferences

NOTE: There does NOT have to be a Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 to change Application Preferences.

To access the App Preferences:

1. Tap the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

The Application Preferences section contains:

● Mobile Device Screen Lock: Allows you to override

the mobile device's Screen Lock/Auto Off feature while the App is open.

● Location: Allows you to program and use a list of GPS

related or manually programmed locations to be stored in data records.

● Email format: Opens a list of the email formats you can

use to export data records (.csv, .xls, or .xlsx).

● Date & Time format: Opens a list of available Date and

Time format options.

● Demo pen model: Allows the user to select the

ULTRAPENX2 model for the simulated ULTRAPENX2 to emulate.

● Temperature units: Allows user to switch between

Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F) temperature scales.

2. The Main Settings screen will appear.

3. Select App Preferences from the list that appears.

4. The main Application Preferences screen will appear.

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24. Turning the Mobile Device Screen Lock Switch ON / OFF

This feature in the OFF position causes the PTBTX2 App to continue running uninterrupted, without requiring you to constantly turn the mobile device's native Auto – Lock (iOS) or Screen Time Out (Android) feature ON and OFF.

● The DEFAULT position of the Screen Lock switch is OFF. ○ This setting overrides the Mobile Devise’s Auto-Lock or Screen Time Out setting ONLY while the PTBTX2 App is functioning.

○ The PTBTX2 App will stay active and the mobile device's display will not dim or turn off. ○ It DOES NOT change the native setting of the mobile device.

■ When the PTBTX2 App is closed or inactive, the mobile device’s Screen Lock feature will function normally.

■ The mobile device's display will DIM or turn OFF according to its native settings.

NOTE:: There does NOT have to be a Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 to turn ON/OFF the Screen Lock feature.

1. To access the App Preferences, tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. The Main Settings screen will appear.

3. Select App Preferences from the list that appears.

4. The main App Preferences screen will appear.

5. Slide the Screen Lock Switch to ON/OFF as desired:

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25. Changing the Email Format

Data records may be exported from the PTBTX2 App via email in any one of the following file formats.

● .csv: Comma Separated Values format (Default). This file format should work with any spreadsheet application.

● .xlsx: File format for Microsoft Excel 2007 and later.

● .xls: File format for older Microsoft Excel versions.

NOTE for Regulatory Applications: .xlsx, .xls, and .csv file formats are not encrypted. Once data has been exported using one of these formats and loaded in a spreadsheet application, they may be altered or adulterated and cannot be considered secure.

NOTE:: There does NOT have to be a Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 to change the Email format.

1. Tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Select App Preferences from the list that appears.

3. The main App Preferences screen will appear.

4. Tap the Email Format line.

5. The Email Format Edit screen will appear showing the current setting.

Tap anywhere inside the Email Format feld.

6. A Menu will appear with the EmaiFormat options.

Make your selection and tap APPLY.

7. A Data Security warning message will appear.

Tap OK to accept the new Email Format.

The message will disappear.

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26. Changing the Time and Date Formats

● Time values can be displayed as either: ○ 12-hour format with AM/PM (default).

○ 24-hour format.

● Date values can be displayed as one of the following: ○ DD-MM-YYYY: standard international format.

○ MM-DD-YY: commonly used in the USA (default). ○ YYYY-MM-DD: also, an international date format.

NOTE:: There does NOT have to be a Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 to change the Time and Date formats.

1. Tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Select App Preferences from the list that appears.

3. The main Application Preferences screen will appear.

Tap the Date and Time format line.

4. The Date / Time Edit screen will appear.

It will show the current settings for both Date and Time.

5. To change the Time format, from 12- to 24-hour format, slide the 24 hour switch to the right.

The switch color should change to BLUE and the label should change to say ON.

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6. To change the Date Format, tap the Date Format field.

7. A Menu will appear with the Date Format options.

Make your selection and tap APPLY.

8. The menu will disappear.

The new Date F ormat will appear in the Date field.

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27. Changing the Temperature Units of Measure

● Temperature units displayed on the Measurement screen and in Data Records can be displayed as either °C or °F.

NOTE: There does NOT have to be a Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 to change the Temperature units of measure.

1. Tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Select App Preferences on the list that appears.

3. The main App Preferences screen will appear.

The default setting is °C.

4. Slide the Temperature units switch to the left to change the setting to °F.

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28. Creating and Using Locations

The PTBTX2 App allows you to include the location of measurements when storing measurements in data records.

● GPS Locations: A location can be associated with a GPS Latitude & Longitude as reported by the phone's GPS Services. ○ When the PTBTX2 App’s GPS Services setting is turned ON:

■ When new locations are added, the current latitude and longitude coordinates will automatically be included unless the new location is renamed by the user.

■ The App will automatically select the NEAREST programmed GPS Location for all data records.

■ To use the GPS version of this feature, the mobile device's Location Service must be turned ON.

− If your device's OS requires Location Services be set for each app, go to the device's preferences and set PTBTX2 to

ON.

● NON-GPS Locations: These locations are manually created and selected by the user. ○ They are particularly useful in cases where one might have several testing locations that are too close together for the mobile

device to reliably differentiate between them (such as two water tanks sitting side-by-side in a testing lab or three aquariums sitting side-by-side on a store shelf).

Location List Sorting

Once you have loaded several locations into the list they will be sorted as follows:

● GPS Services set to ON: ○ All GPS locations will appear at the top of the list, sorted closest to farthest.

○ All Non-GPS locations will appear beneath the farthest GPS location sorted in ascending alphanumerical order.

● GPS Services set to OFF: ○ If there is a currently selected Location, it will be at the top of the Location list.

○ All other locations will appear below that, sorted in ascending alphanumerical order.

● Regardless of whether the GPS switch is set to ON or OFF, the acronym GPS will always appear next to locations associated with

latitude and longitude coordinates.

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Adding a GPS Location

NOTE: GPS locations must be separated by a certain distance. The exact distance is dependent upon the accuracy and resolution of

your device's GPS circuitry.

● If you are too close to a previously programmed GPS location, the App will select that location instead of displaying a new set of

Longitude and Latitude coordinates.

○ If you’re unable to get the App to display a new set of Longitude and Latitude coordinates you may be too close to an already

saved GPS location.

○ If so, you can enter the location as a Non-GPS location.

NOTE: There does NOT have to be a Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 to add a new GPS location.

1. Tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Select App Preferences on the list that appears.

3. The main Application Preferences screen will appear with the current Location setting displayed.

The Default setting is “No Location”.

Tap the Location line.

4. The Location screen will

appear. The Default setting for the

App GPS Services Is OFF.

5. Slide the GPS Switch right to turn the App GPS Services ON.

Tap the EDIT button in the upper right to open the Location Edit screen.

6. Tap “Add” in the upper left

corner of the screen.

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7. The App will open a GPS Field containing the longitude and latitude received from the mobile device’s internal GPS.

Tap the field containing the coordinates.

8. A standard keypad and text edit cursor will appear for the device’s OS.

Edit the field contents as you would for any other editable field for your device’s OS.

Once you are done, tap the SAVE button.

9. The App will return to the Location Edit screen.

NOTE: While the GPS

switch is set to ON, it will sort the GPS Locations closest to furthest,

Tap the DONE button to close the Location Edit Mode.

10. The App will return to the Main Location screen.

When the GPS Switch is set to ON, the App will automatically select the location that is physically closest to the mobile device.

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Adding a NON-GPS Location

NOTE: There does NOT have to be a Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 to add a Non-GPS location.

1. Tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Select App Preferences on the list that appears.

3. The main App Preferences screen will appear with the current Location setting displayed.

The Default setting is “No Location”.

Tap the Location line.

4. The Location screen will appear.

If the GPS services switch is set to ON, slide it to the left and turn it OFF.

5. The Check mark will

disappear from the Currently selected GPS location.

Tap the EDIT button in the upper right to open the Location Edit screen.

6. Tap the Add button.

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7. The App will open a Location field

containing the phrase “Location Without GPS”.

Tap the field containing “Location Without GPS”.

8. A standard keypad and text edit cursor will appear for the device’s OS.

Edit the field contents as you would for any other editable field for your device’s OS.

Once you are done, tap the Save button.

9. The App will return to the Location Edit screen.

The newly added location will appear. The locations will be sorted

alphanumerically. Tap the DONE button to close the

Location Edit mode.

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10. The App will return to the Main Location screen.

When the GPS Switch is set to OFF, the App will automatically Sort the Location List alphanumerically.

11. Tap the location you wish to select.

The selected location will always go to the top of the Location List.

A check mark will appear next to it.

NOTE: If no location is selected, the default Location, “No Location” will be used for new data records.

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Editing the Name of a Location on the List.

NOTE: There does NOT have to be a Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 to edit the name of a Location.

1. Tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Select App Preferences on the list that appears.

3. Tap the Location line.

4. The Location screen will open

5. Tap the EDIT button in the upper right to open the Location Edit screen.

6. Tap the Location you wish to edit.

7. Tap the field in which the name appears.

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8. A standard keypad and text edit cursor will appear for the device’s OS.

Edit the field contents as you would for any other editable field for your device’s OS.

9. Tap the SAVE button.

10. The EDIT Location screen will reappear showing the new name for the location.

Tap the DONE button.

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11. The App will return to the Main Location screen.

When the GPS Switch is set to OFF, the App will automatically Sort the Location List alphanumerically

12. Tap the location you wish to select.

The selected location will always go to the top of the Location List.

A check mark will appear next to it.

NOTE: If no location is selected, the default Location, “No Location” will be used for new data records.

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Deleting a Location from the List.

NOTE: There does NOT have to be a Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 to Delete a Location.

1. Tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Select App Preferences on the list that appears.

3. Tap the Location line.

4. Tap the EDIT button in the upper right to open the Location Edit screen.

5. Tap the RED circle next to the Location you wish to delete.

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6. A red DELETE button will appear to the right of the location name.

Tap the red DELETE button.

7. Tselected location will be removed from the list.

8. Tap the DONE button.

9. Unless you deleted it, the previously selected location will still be selected.

10. Otherwise tap a location to select it.

A check mark will appear next to it and it will move to the top of the list.

NOTE: If no location is selected, the default Location, “No Location” will be used for new data records.

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29. The Demo Ultrapen

The PTBTX2 App includes a simulated ULTRAPENX2 that can be used to explore the features and functions of the App without having an actual ULTRAPENX2 available and awake.

Selecting the Demo ULTRAPENX2 Model

● The Demo Pen feature can emulate any one of the following Myron L

Company ULTRAPENX2 instruments.

○ PTBT1 – Conductivity Ultrapen. ○ PTBT2 – pH Ultrapen. ○ PTBT3 – Oxidation-Reduction Potential (ORP) Ultrapen.

● It also includes demonstration versions of future ULTRAPENX2’s. ○ PTBT4 – Free Chlorine Equivalent (FC

) – Measures the equivalent bacterial killing power of chlorine present in the sample.

○ PTBT5 – Dissolved Oxygen Ultrapen.

NOTE: There does NOT have to be a Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 to select a Demo Pen model.

1. Tap on the Preferences button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Select App Preferences on the list that appears.

3. Tap the Demo Pen model line.

4. Tap the Demo Pen model field.

5. When the Demo Pen Menu appears, select the model you wish to emulate.

6. Tap “Apply”.

7. The new model will appear in the Pen model field.

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Connecting to the Demo Pen

NOTE: There does NOT have to be a Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 to connect to the Demo Pen.

1. Tap the Connect / Disconnect button in the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Tap the Demo Pen line.

3. If another ULTRAPENX2 is already connected to the App, the Disconnect dialogue box will appear.

Tap “Disconnect”.

4. The App will connect to the Demo Pen. The Demo Pen will move to the top of

the list. A check mark will appear next to the

Demo Pen. The status will change to “Connected”.

NOTE: Tap the Measurement button in the Feature Navigation Bar, to switch to the Measurement screen and begin taking measurements.

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REFERENCE INFORMATON

30. Help

● This selection will open the mobile device’s browser and take you to the Myron L

Company web page for PTBTx.

○ (http: //www.myronl.com/main/PTBTX_Application_DL.htm).

● Once there, you can find various manuals and downloadable application notes.

To Access Help

1. Tap the Preferences button in the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Tap on the Help line on the base Settings screen.

3. The App will open the default browser for your mobile device and automatically link you to the Myron L ® Company PTBTX2 download page.

• On this page you will find:

o Quick Start instructions for various models of the ULTRAPENX2 Pocket Teters. o Operation Manuals for the ULTRAPENX2 Pocket Teters. o Operation Manuals for both the PTBTX2 App.

31. About

● Allows user to view Application’s software revision with warning message about file formats.

NOTE: Most of the Settings and Preferences screens have a context sensitive button in the upper left corner that will return you to the previous screen.

To Access the ABOUT page

1. Tap the Preferences button in the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Tap on the About line on the base Settings screen.

• On this page you will find:

o The name of the App. o The version of the App. o The date the current version App was created and uploaded to the App Store / Google Play Store. o

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DATA RECORDS

32. Creating and Displaying Data Records

Creating Records (Memory Store):

1. Take a measurement as you normally would.

2. Tap the MS button just beneath the temperature value fields.

3. The App will display the data to be saved in the Record.

Tapping CANCEL closes this screen without creating a record.

Tapping SAVE creates a record with the displayed information.

4. The App will return to the previous Measurement screen.

The values from the previous measurement will still be displayed.

● Only one record may be made for each Measurement. ○ The App will ignore attempts to store a second record for the same measurement.

● In LIVE mode a new record can be made each time the App updates the screen. ○ The App will continue to receive measurements from the pen while the record is being saved.

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Viewing Record List

1. Tap the MR (Memory Recall) button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. If you have not stored any Measurements the Data Records Llist will be blank.

3. After you have storeed a record it will appear on in the list.

4. The App assigns Record Numbers sequentially, starting at “1”.

5. As each record is stored, it is added to the list.

6. The Record number

will increment by 1 for each record.

7. Once enough records

are stored that the list is longer than the available screen space, swipe UP or DOWN to view other records in the list.

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View the Contents of a Record

1. Tap the MR (Memory Recall) button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Swipe UP or DOWN to find the record you wish to view.

3. Tap that record once.

4. The Record contents will appear.

5. Tap the  to display the next record in the list.

6. Tap the  to display

the previous record in the list.

● Tap “Data Records” at the top left of the screen to return to the full Records List.

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33. Adding a Note to a Data Record

You can add notes, remarks, or any kind of additional data to a record. This can be done:

● During the original Memory Save process, or:

● After the record is saved and stored in memory.

1. Open the record as shown in the previous section.

2. Tap the Notes field.

A keypad will appear along with a cursor.

3. Type the note into the field. Tap the SAVE button.

4. The note will be saved. The Keypad will disappear.

● Tap “Data Records” in the upper left corner to return to the main record list or any button in the Feature Navigation Bar. ○ NOTE: Existing notes can be edited using this same procedure.

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34. Replacing the Data in a Record

You can replace the data in a specific Record Location with data from a new reading.

● This operation will completely erase the original data in that record location but keep the Record Number the same.

1. Take a measurement as you normally would.

Tap the MS Replace button.

2. The Record List will appear.

3. Tap the record on the list into which you wish to replace data.

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4. A warning dialogue box will appear. Tap the CANCEL button to leave

the record contents unchanged. Tap the Replace button to

overwrite the existing data with the new data.

NOTE: At this point the App will return to the

Measurement screen.

If you tap the MR button, you will

notice that the data from the new measurement appears in the data record fields of the target record.

If you open the actual record, you

will see that the data from the new measurement appears in all of the fields, including the Date and time of the new measurement.

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EDITING THE DATA RECORDS AND THE RECORDS LIST

You can use the Data Records list to perform the following actions on individual or groups of records: select groups of records to; Export, Clear, Sort, or Delete. You can also set Filter criteria so that the App displays a subgroup of the entire list (see Section 37).

35. Manually Selecting Multiple Records.

1. Tap the MR button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. When the Data Records list appears, tap the Edit button in the upper right corner.

3. The Record List EDIT screen will appear.

A new Menu Bar will appear at the bottom of the screen that includes:

a. Select All b. Delete c. Sort/Filter d. Clear

4. Tap those records you wish to select. You can select as many records as you want. If the records you want to select do not appear on

the screen, swipe UP or DOWN until you find them. Tap the SELECT ALL button to choose every record

on the list. Notice that the Delete and Clear buttons change to

show the number of records selected.

NOTE: Once a group of records have been selected, that group can be deleted, cleared or exported without affecting any other

records in the list.

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36. Using the Sort Feature to Arrange Data Records on the List

You can use the Data Record List - Edit mode to Sort Records.

● Sorting can be performed with up to four levels of nested keys.

● All Sorting is in ascending order.

Sorting and filtering can be done according to the following criteria:

● DEFAULT: The Data Records list is sorted by Record Number.

● MEASUREMENT TYPE: ○ Records are sorted according to the Measurement Type in the following order:

Table 4 – Measurement Sort Order

Measurement Types in Ascending Order*

Units of measure

displayed on the

Record List.

Pen Model*

COND-KCL

µS

PTBT1

ORP

PTBT3

PTBT2

Salinity-442

ppt

PTBT1

Salinity-NaCl

ppt

PTBT1

TDS-442

ppm

PTBT1

TDS-NaCl

ppm

PTBT1

* The Measurement Type and Pen Type does not appear on the Data Records

list.

● DATE ○ Records are sorted in ascending order according to the date and time the records were made.

● ULTRAPEN NAME ○ Records are sorted in ascending, alphanumeric order according the name of the ULTRAPENX2 used to make the

measurements.

● LOCATION ○ Records are sorted in ascending, alphanumeric order according the location assigned to the measurements.

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Adding Sort Keys

1. Tap the MR button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Tap the Edit button in the top right corner.

3. Tap the Sort/Filter button that appears in the Record Edit bar at the bottom of the screen.

4. The Arrange screen will appear.

Tap the “+” button at the top right of the screen.

5. A menu will appear.

Select the key by which you wish to sort the list.

6. Tap Apply.

7. The Sort Key will appear on the Arrange screen.

8. Repeat steps 4, 5 & 6 to add additional Sort Key.

9. Tap the Data Records button or the MR button to return to the Record List.

The records will appear in ascending order based on the Sort Keys selected.

● ou can add up to four, nested Sort Keys.

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Arranging Sort Keys

If you have selected multiple Sort Keys they will act as a nested sort:

○ The key appearing at the top of the Arrange screen list is the primary Sort Key. ○ The 2nd key from the top is the secondary Sort Key. ○ The 3rd key from the top is the tertiary Sort Key. ○ The 4th key from the top is the quaternary Sort Key.

To change the order of the Sort Keys without deleting and re-adding them:

1. Tap the MR button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Tap the Edit button in the top right corner.

3. Tap the Sort/Filter button that appears in the Record Edit bar at the bottom of the screen.

4. The Arrange screen will appear.

Tap the BLUE EDIT button at the BOTTOM of the screen.

The button will change to a Reset button.

5. The Arrange Edit screen will

appear.

A DONE button will appear in the upper left corner.

A RED circle will appear to the left of each key.

6. Tap any key on the list

besides the TOP key.

DO NOT tap the red circle.

7. That key will move to the top

of the key list and become the new primary Sort Key.

8. Tap the DONE button to

return to the Record List.

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Removing Sort Keys

1. Tap the MR button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Tap the Edit button in the top right corner.

3. Tap the Sort/Filter button that appears in the Record Edit bar at the bottom of the screen.

4. The Arrange screen will appear.

Tap the BLUE EDIT button at the BOTTOM of the screen.

The button will change to a Reset button.

5. The Arrange Edit screen will

appear.

A DONE button will appear in the upper left corner.

A RED circle will appear to the left of each key.

6. Tap the RED circle next to a

Sort Key.

A RED Delete button will appear to the right of the key.

7. Tap the Delete button.

The Sort Key will disappear from the list.

8. Tap the DONE button to return to the All Record list.

NOTES:

● Tapping the Reset button clears ALL Sort Keys and returns the Data Records List to its default state (sorted by Record Number).

● Shutting the PTBTX2 App OFF, will not remove Sort Keys.

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37. Filtering the Data Records List

The filter feature allows you to modify the SORTED record list so that it ONLY shows certain records.

● Filtering the List allows you to export, clear or delete a subset of records without affecting other records.

● One Filter can be added for each Sort Key that has been set. ○ The App will build a list of Filter Criteria for each Sort Key based on the contents of the records currenty stored in the App’s

data base.

Combining Filter Criteria;

Filter Criteria are can be combined to display more focused records lists by selecting a Filter Criterion for each selected Sort Key.

● The order in which Filter Criteria are applied is the same as the nesting order of the Sort Keys to which they belong.

EXAMPLE 1:

● Primary Sort Key: Measurement Type ○ Filter Criterion: pH

■ Only records for which the Measurement Type = pH will appear on the Record List.

EXAMPLE 2:

● Primary Sort Key: Measurement Type ○ Filter Criterion: pH

● Secondary Sort Key: Location ○ Filter Criterion: North Cooling Tower

■ Only records for which the Measurement Type = pH AND Location = North Cooling Tower will appear on the Records

List.

Records that are excluded by the Filter Criteria ARE NOT GONE from the App’s memory and will appear when the Filter Criteria are removed.

When Exporting, Deleting or when Clearing records, the Select All button WILL ONLY AFFECT those records included in the filtered list.

● Records that are hidden by the current Filter Criteria WILL NOT be exported, cleared or deleted.

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Adding Filtering Criteria

1. Tap the MR button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Tap the EDIT button in the top right of the screen.

3. Tap the Sort/Filter button that appears in the Record Edit bar at the bottom of the screen.

4. The Arrange screen will appear.

Tap the Sort Key for which you wish to create a filter.

If the Sort Key relevant to the filter you want to set is not on the list, add it.

5. A list of the available Criteria for that Sort Key will appear.

An Arrange back button will appear in the upper left corner.

A None button will appear in the upper right corner.

6. Tap the Criterion you wish to use.

A check mark will appear next to the selected filter criterion.

7. Tap the Arrange button.

8. Tap the Data Records button to return to the Record List.

Only those records that meet the chosen Filter Criterion will appear.

Removing a Filter Criterion

There are several ways to remove Filter Criteria:

1. Tapping the NONE button on the Filter List will clear the current Filter Criterion for that Sort Key.

2. Deleting the parent Sort Key will delete any Filter Criterion set for it.

3. Taping the RESET button will delete ALL Sort Keys and therefore ALL Filter Criterion,

● The record list will return to its default state.

NOTE: Shutting the PTBTX2 App OFF, will not remove Sort Keys or Filter Criteria

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38. Clearing a Single Record on the List

Clearing a record removes all the data from the fields in a record, but does not remove the record number from the record list.

● Example: if you clear record 7, it will continue to exist, but the data in its fields will be erased and replaced with dashes.

1. Tap the MR button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Tap the record you wish to clear.

● If it does not appear on the list, swipe UP or DOWN until you find it.

3. The Single Record Display screen will appear.

4. Tap the blue Clear button at the bottom left of the record display.

5. A dialogue box will appear

warning you that this action is irreversible.

6. Tap the Clear button to

erase the record’s data. Tap the Cancel button to

leave the record unaffected.

7. All the data in the record

will be erased and replaced by dashes.

8. Tap the Data Records

button or the MR button to return to the record list.

● You can use the REPLACE feature (see Section 34) to load new data into the cleared record.

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39. Clearing Multiple Records on the List

1. Tap the MR button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. When the Record list appears, tap the Edit button in the upper right corner.

Record Edit screen will appear.

3. Tap the records you wish to clear.

If they do not appear on the list, swipe UP or DOWN until you find them.

Tap as many records as you want.

The Delete and Clear buttons change to show the number of records selected.

4. Tap the Clear Record

button.

A dialogue box will appear warning you that this action is irreversible.

Tap the Clear button in the dialogue box.

Tap the Cancel button to leave the record unaffected.

5. All the data in the selected records will be erased and replaced by dashes.

6. Tap the Done button to exit EDIT mode.

NOTE: You can also use the Filter Record List feature (see Section 37) to highlight a subgroup of records and clear them.

● Once you've filtered the list to show the subgroup of records you wish to clear, tap Select All, then proceed with clearing the

records.

○ Once you have cleared the filtered list, the records will disappear because they no longer meet the filter criteria. ○ Reset / remove the current Filter criteria to see the entire record list.

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40. Deleting a Single Record from the List

The chosen record will be completely removed from the list and from the App’s memory.

Deleting a record removes all the data in a record, and removes the record number from the record list.

1. Tap the MR button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Tap the record you wish to delete.

● If it does not appear on the list, swipe UP or DOWN until you find it.

3. The Single Record Display screen will appear (NOTE: Record 7 is shown in example).

4. Tap the red Delete button at the bottom right of the record display.

5. A dialogue box will appear warning you that the action is irreversible.

6. Tap Cancel to leave the record unaffected.

7. Tap the Delete button to remove the

record from the App’s database

completely.

8. If the Record List does not appear, tap “Data Records”.

9. The deleted record will no longer be on the list.

NOTE: There is no longer a Record #7 and

the record numbers of the undeleted records have not changed.

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41. Deleting Multiple Records from the List

1. Tap the MR button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. When the Data Record list appears, tap the Edit button in the upper right corner.

The Record List EDIT screen will appear.

3. Tap the records you wish to delete.

If they do not appear on the list, swipe UP or DOWN until you find them.

Tap as many records as you want.

4. Tap the RED Delete button.

A warning will appear. This action is IRREVERSIBLE.

5. Tap the Cancel button to

leave the record unaffected.

6. Tap the Delete button in

the dialogue box to remove

the records from the App’s

database completely.

7. The deleted records will no longer be on the list.

NOTE: The record numbers of the undeleted records will not change.

8. Tap the Done button to exit edit mode.

NOTE: You can also use the Filter Record List feature (see Section 37) to highlight a subgroup of records and delete them.

● Once you've filtered the list to show the subgroup of records you wish to delete, tap Select All, then proceed with deleting the

records.

○ Once you have deleted the filtered list, the Records List will be blank because there are no longer any records meeting the

filter criteria.

○ Reset / remove the current Filter criteria to see the entire record list.

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42. Exporting Data Records

You can export one or more data records from the record list by emailing them from the PTBTX2 App.

● The records will be exported in whatever the currently chosen format is: .xls, .xlsx, or .csv.

1. Tap the MR button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Tap the EDIT button in the top right of the screen.

3. Select the records you wish to email by:

● Manually selected specific records).

● Tapping the Select All button to send the entire Record list.

● Using the Filter Records List feature to highlight a subgroup of records, then tapping Select All.

4. Once you've selected the Records, tap the SEND button in the upper left.

5. A standard email screen for your device will appear.

● The selected records will be automatically added to the email as an attachment.

● You can add a cover letter and email addresses as you normally would when sending an email on your device type.

6. Once the email has been sent, the App will return to the Record List screen.

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ULTRAPENX2 CALIBRATION

43. General Calibration Information

The Myron L® Company recommends calibrating regularly, however, you should check the calibration whenever measurements are not as expected.

NOTES:

○ Small bubbles trapped in the Sensor or measurement Cell may give a false calibration. ○ Whenever possible, verify the calibration by performing a measurement of the same calibration buffer or standard solution.

Calibration Errors

If calibration was not successful (e.g. the measured value is too far from the expected calibration value or the Bluetooth connection with the instrument is lost):

● The Message screen changes to read, "Error: Check Sensor - Check Solution".

● In the Previous CAL Table, the CAL mode, Reference Solution, and the Last CAL values will all be dashed out.

● No Cal Record will be made.

Calibration Types

● Wet Calibration: A calibration performed using Buffers/Standard Solutions that results in the ULTRAPENX2 storing calibration

constants based on the measurements made that will be applied to future measurements.

○ This is an automatic calibration and does not require manual adjustment. ○ Single Point Calibration: Some types of ULTRAPENX2 instruments such as the PTBT1 Conductivity pocket tester, only

require calibration at a single point to establish an offset.

○ Multiple Point Calibration: Some types of ULTRAPENX2 instruments such as the PTBT2 pH pocket tester, require

calibration at several points in order to establish offset as well as a gain factor.

● FAC CAL: Resets the ULTRAPENX2's internal calibration constants to the original factory settings and erases all previously

stored Wet Calibration data.

○ If you do not have the proper calibration Buffer/Standard Solution use the FAC CAL function. ○ Once reset to FAC CAL settings, the measurements will not reflect the current state of the Sensor or measurement Cell.

● Cal Records: A record is automatically made for each Wet Calibration.

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44. Calibration Preparation

● Ensure the Sensor / Cell is clean and free of debris.

● For maximum accuracy, fill two clean containers with each pH buffer or reference solution you will be using. ○ Arrange them in such a way that you can clearly remember which is the rinse solution and which is the calibration

buffer/solution.

○ When performing a Multi-Point pH calibration, always rinse the pH Sensor between calibration points.

● NOTE: If you don’t have enough buffer/reference solution, you can use 1 container of each buffer/reference solution for calibration

and 1 container of clean water (preferably de-ionized, reverse osmosis or distilled) for all rinsing.

Table 5: Calibration Reference Buffers and Standard Solutions

ULTRAPENX2

Model

Mode

Parameter

Reference Solution

Model

Displays As

Calibration

Type

PTBT1

Cond KCl

Conductivity

1800 µS KCl

1800 µS

Single Point

Calibration

TDS 442

Total Dissolved

Solids (TDS)

442-3000 ppm™

Myron L® Company

Natural Water

Standard

3000 ppm

TDS NaCl

Total Dissolved

Solids (TDS)

2027 ppm

Salinity 442

Salinity

3.000 ppt

Salinity NaCl

Salinity

2.027 ppt

PTBT2

N/A pH1

4.0, 7.0 and 10.0 pH

4.00 pH, 7.00 pH and/or 10.00 pH

Multi-Point Calibration

4.0, 7.0 and 10.0 pH

4.00 pH, 7.00 pH or 10.00 pH

PTBT3

N/A

ORP

80 mV, 260 mV, and

470 mV

80 mV, 260 mV, or 470 mV

Single Point

Calibration

These calibrations can be performed with one, two, or three different pH buffers. The ULTRAPENX2 automatically

determines which buffer is being used.

Main Calibration Start Screen

1. To access the Calibration function of the PTBTX2 App, tap the Calibration button in the Feature Navigation Bar.

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2. If there is no Connected / Paired Ultrapen, this screen will appear.

See the Section 11 above for instructions on connecting an ULTRAPENX2 to the PTBTX2 App.

3. If this screen appears, the Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 is OFF.

Press and release the button on the Connected / Paired Ultrapen.

4. If this screen appears the App is ready to begin calibration.

KEY:

1. Records button: Tap this button to display a list of Calibration Records.

2. Cal Value Field: This field displays prompts and messages during calibration as well as the before and after calibration values.

3. Previous Calibration Table: This table shows the results of the most recent calibration of the Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2, specifically:

● CAL Mode: The Measurement mode setting(s) for that calibration.

● Reference Solution: Displays the reference solution(s) used for that calibration.

● Last Cal: Displays the Date and Time that the calibration was performed.

● NOTE: If no Calibration Records exist for the Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2, the field contents will be “- - - - “.

4. CAL button: Starts a wet calibration.

5. FAC CAL button: Starts a FAC CAL reset.

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45. PTBT1 – Single Point Wet Calibration

1. Prepare for calibrating the PTBT1 (see Section 44).

2. Rinse the measurement Cell by swirling it in reference solution of the same type as you will use during the calibration for 20-30 seconds

3. Tap the Calibration button in the App’s Feature Navigation Bar.

4. Press and release the Connected / Paired PTBT1’s push button to turn it ON and place it in Standby mode.

5. Grasp the PTBT1 near the battery cap to avoid sample contamination and completely submerge the Cell in fresh calibration solution.

6. Tap the green CAL button. Swirl the Cell head in the

calibration solution. Keep the Cell head at least

1-inch away from the sides or bottom of the vessel containing the calibration solution.

7. The PTBT1’s LED will begin

flashing rapidly and the App will display a message stating the calibration is ongoing.

A spinning activity indictor will appear while the calibration is ongoing.

8. The App will verify that the

correct calibration solution is being used and display that value.

9. Once the Calibration is

completed, the App will automatically make a CAL Record.

10. Tap the DONE button to

return to the Start CAL screen.

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46. PTBT2 – Full THREE Point Wet Calibration.

This Calibration mode allows the user to calibrate the PTBT2 at 7.0 pH and at both 4.0 pH and 10.0 pH.

1. Prepare for calibrating the PTBT2 (see Section 44).

2. Rinse the Sensor by swirling it in 7.0 pH reference buffer for 20-30 seconds.

3. Tap the Calibration button in the App’s Feature Navigation Bar.

4. Press and release the Connected / Paired PTBT2’s push button to turn it ON and place it in Standby mode.

5. Grasp the PTBT2 near the battery cap to avoid sample contamination and completely submerge the Sensor in fresh calibration buffer.

Initial Point Calibration (Offset)

Performing a Multipoint Calibration REQUIRES you to start with 7.0 pH buffer.

6. Tap the CAL button. Swirl the Sensor in 7.0 pH

calibration buffer. Keep Sensor at least 1-inch

away from the sides or bottom of the vessel containing the calibration solution.

7. The PTBT2 LED will begin

flashing rapidly and the App will display a message stating the calibration is ongoing.

A spinning activity indicator will appear while the calibration is ongoing.

8. The App will identify which of

the three possible buffer solutions is being used.

9. Once the 1st CAL point is

completed, the App will make a CAL Record & update the previous CAL table.

10. To proceed to a 2nd point:

a. Rinse the Sensor. b. Submerge the Sensor in

the next buffer (either 4.0 or 10.0 pH.

11. Tap the CONTINUE button.

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Calibrating Additional Points (Gain)

At this point you can use either 4.0 pH buffer or 10.0 pH buffer to complete the second calibration point (4.0 pH will be used in this example).

● Always rinse the Sensor in a separate container of the same pH buffer to be used for the second calibration point.

● The PTBT2 will automatically detect which point is being calibrated based on its initial measurement of the solution.

12. Place the PTBT2’s Sensor in

either 4.0 pH or 10.0 pH buffer after rinsing the Sensor in a separate container of the same buffer.

13. Tap the CONTINUE button.

14. The PTBT2’s LED will begin

flashing rapidly; the App will display a calibration message.

A spinning activity indicator will appear while the calibration is ongoing.

15. The App will identify which of

the three possible calibration solutions is being used.

In this example, 4.0 pH buffer.

16. Once the 2nd CAL point is

completed, the App will update the CAL Record & update the previous CAL table.

17. To proceed to a 3rd point:

a. Rinse the Sensor. b. Submerge the Sensor in

the final buffer (which

ever one hasn’t been

used yet).

c. Tap the CONTINUE

button.

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18. If you tapped the CONTINUE button, the

PTBT2’s LED will begin flashing rapidly; the App will display a calibration message.

A spinning activity indicator will appear while the calibration is ongoing.

19. The App will identify which of the three

possible calibration solutions is being used.

In this example 10.0 pH buffer.

20. Once the 3rd and final CAL point is

completed, the App will update the CAL Record & update the previous CAL table.

Only the DONE button will appear.

21. Tap DONE button to return to the

Calibration Start screen.

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47. PTBT2 – TWO Point Wet Calibration.

Two Point Calibration allows the user to calibrate the PTBT2 at 7.0 pH and either a second point at either 4.0 pH or 10.0 pH.

1. Prepare for calibrating the PTBT2 (see Section 44).

2. Rinse the Sensor by swirling it in 7.0 pH reference buffer for 20-30 seconds.

3. Tap the Calibration button in the App’s Feature Navigation Bar.

4. Press and release the Connected / Paired PTBT2’s push button to turn it ON and place it in Standby mode.

5. Grasp the PTBT2 near the battery cap to avoid sample contamination and completely submerge the Sensor in fresh calibration buffer.

Initial Point Calibration (Offset)

Performing a Multipoint Calibration REQUIRES you to start with 7.0 pH buffer.

6. Tap the CAL button. Swirl the Sensor in the

7.0 pH calibration buffer. Keep Sensor at least 1-inch

away from the sides or bottom of the vessel containing the calibration solution.

7. The PTBT2’s LED will begin

flashing rapidly and the App will display a message stating the calibration is ongoing.

A spinning activity indicator will appear while the calibration is ongoing.

8. The App will identify which of

the three possible buffer solutions is being used.

9. Once the 1st CAL point is

completed, the App will make a CAL Record & update the previous CAL table.

10. To proceed to a 2nd point:

d. Rinse the Sensor. e. Submerge the Sensor in

the next buffer.

f. Tap the CONTINUE

button.

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Calibrating the Second Point

At this point you can use either 4.0 pH buffer or 10.0 pH buffer to complete the 2-point calibration (4.0 pH will be used in this example).

● Always rinse the Sensor in a separate container of the same pH buffer to be used for the second calibration point.

● The PTBT2 will automatically detect which point is being calibrated based on its initial measurement of the solution.

11. Place the PTBT2’s Sensor in

either 4.0 pH or 10.0 pH buffer after rinsing the Sensor in a separate container of the same buffer.

12. Tap the CONTINUE button.

13. The PTBT2’s LED will begin

flashing rapidly; the App will display a calibration message.

A spinning activity indicator will appear while the calibration is ongoing.

14. The App will identify which of

the three possible calibration solutions is being used.

15. Once the 2nd CAL point is

completed, the App will update the CAL Record & update the previous CAL table.

16. Tap DONE button to END

the calibration after 2-points

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48. PTBT2 – Single Point (Offset) Wet Calibration

If you wish to ONLY calibrate the PTBT2’s Offset (Zero Point) follow these steps.

1. Prepare for calibrating the PTBT2 (see Section 44).

2. Rinse the Sensor by swirling it in 7.0 pH reference buffer for 20-30 seconds.

3. Tap the Calibration button in the App’s Feature Navigation Bar.

4. Press and release the Connected / Paired PTBT2’s push button to turn it ON and place it in Standby mode.

5. Grasp the PTBT2 near the battery cap to avoid sample contamination and completely submerge the Sensor in fresh calibration buffer.

6. Tap the CAL button. Swirl the Sensor in the

7.0 pH calibration buffer. Keep Sensor at least 1-inch

away from the sides or bottom of the vessel containing the 7.0 pH buffer.

7. The PTBT2’s LED will begin

flashing rapidly and the App will display a message stating the calibration is ongoing.

A spinning activity indicator will appear while the calibration is ongoing.

8. The App will identify that .0

pH Calibration buffer is being used.

9. Once the CAL point is

completed, the App will make a CAL Record & update the previous CAL table.

10. Tap the DONE button.

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49. PTBT2 – Single Point (Gain) Wet Calibration

A single point Calibration may be performed on the PTBT2 by using either 4.0 pH Buffer or 10.0 pH (10.0 pH will be used in this example).

1. Prepare for calibrating the PTBT2 (see Section 44).

2. Rinse the Sensor by swirling it in fresh reference buffer of the same type as you will use during the calibration for 20-30 seconds

3. Tap the Calibration button in the App’s Feature Navigation Bar.

4. Press and release the Connected / Paired PTBT2’s push button to turn it ON and place it in Standby mode.

5. Grasp the PTBT2 near the battery cap to avoid sample contamination and completely submerge the Sensor in the sample solution.

6. Tap the CAL button. Swirl the Sensor in either 4.0

pH or 10.0 pH calibration buffer.

Keep Sensor at least 1-inch away from the sides or bottom of the vessel containing the calibration solution.

7. The PTBT2’s LED will begin

flashing rapidly and the App will display a message stating the calibration is ongoing.

A spinning activity indicator will appear while the calibration is ongoing.

8. The App will identify which

calibration buffer is being used.

In this example, 10.0 pH.

9. Once the gain calibration is

completed, the App will automatically make a CAL Record and update the Previous CAL table.

Only the DONE button will appear.

10. Tap the DONE button to

return to the Start CAL screen.

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50. PTBT3 – Single Point Wet Calibration

1. Prepare for calibrating the PTBT3 (see Section 44).

2. Rinse the Sensor by swirling it in fresh reference solution of the same type as you will use during the calibration for 20-30 seconds

3. Tap the Calibration button in the App’s Feature Navigation Bar.

4. Press and release the Connected / Paired PTBT3’s push button to turn it ON and place it in Standby mode.

5. Grasp the PTBT3 near the battery cap to avoid sample contamination and completely submerge the Sensor in the calibration solution.

6. Tap the CAL button. Swirl the Sensor head in the

calibration solution. Keep the Sensor at least 1-

inch away from the sides or bottom of the vessel containing the calibration solution.

7. The PTBT3’s LED will begin

flashing rapidly and the App will display a message stating the calibration is ongoing.

A spinning activity indicator will appear while the calibration is ongoing.

8. The App will identify which

one of the three possible calibration solutions is being used.

9. Once the Calibration is

completed, the App will automatically make a CAL Record.

Tap the DONE button to return to the Start CAL screen.

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51. Factory CAL

CAUTION:: FAC CAL resets the ULTRAPENX2's internal calibration constants and erases all previously stored Wet Calibration data.

Future measurements will not reflect the current state of the Sensor and measurement Cell.

1. Turn on the Connected /

Paired ULTRAPENX2

Tap the CAL button in the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. When the Calibration Start

screen appears, tap the red FAC CAL button.

3. A dialogue box will appear

warning that the FAC CAL

will affect the Ultrapen’s

performance.

4. Tap OK to start the FAC

CAL Reset.

Tap CANCEL to leave the

Ultrapen’s calibration data

unchanged.

5. The App will inform the user

when the FAC CAL reset is completed.

The Previous Calibration Table will be updated to show the FAC CAL, however THE APP WILL NOT CREATE A CAL RECORD.

Only the DONE button will appear. Tap the DONE button to return to the Calibration Start screen.

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CALIBRATION RECORDS

A record of each wet calibration performed is automatically stored in the mobile devices memory.

52. Accessing Calibration Records.

NOTE: There does NOT have to be a Connected / Paired ULTRAPENX2 to access Calibration Records.

1. Tap the CALIBRATION button in the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. When the Main CAL screen

appears, tap the Records button in the upper left corner of the main CAL screen.

3. The CAL Records list will

appear.

If there are more CAL Records on the list than can be viewed at one time, SWIPE UP or DOWN to view other records in the list.

4. Tap an individual record to

open the file.

The Cal record will open and be displayed.

5. Tap the  to display the

next record in the list.

Tap the  to display the previous record in the list.

6. A RED Delete button at the

bottom of the screen can be used to delete this record.

NOTE: Tap “<Calibration” in the upper left to return to the Calibration Start screen

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Clearing CAL Records.

While a Calibration Record can be deleted completely from the App’s database, the data in a Calibration Record cannot be cleared or replaced.

Exporting (Emailing) CAL Records.

Calibrations may not be exported.

53. Sorting, Filtering and Deleting Calibration Records

To open the Edit CAL Records List:

1. Tap the CAL button on the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. When the Main CAL screen appears,

tap the Records button in the upper left corner of the main CAL screen.

3. Tap the Edit button in the upper right

corner of the screen.

4. The Cal Record List Edit screen will

appear.

Once the Cal Record List Edit mode is open:

● The CAL Record List may be sorted and filtered in the same way as Data Records.

● Single or multiple CAL Records may be selected and deleted in the same way as Data Records.

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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

54. Battery Replacement

The PTBTX2 App display has an indicator that depicts the ULTRAPENX2 battery's charge level.

● When the charge level falls below 25%, the indicator will flash RED. Replace the battery with an N-type battery.

1. In a CLEAN, DRY place unscrew the ULTRAPENX2 battery cap in a counter-clockwise motion.

2. Slide the cap and battery housing out of the ULTRAPENX2.

3. Remove the depleted battery from its housing.

4. Insert a new battery into the battery housing oriented with the negative end touching the spring.

5. Align the groove along the battery housing with the guide bump inside of the ULTRAPENX2 case and slide the battery housing back in.

6. Screw the ULTRAPENX2 cap back on in a clockwise direction. Do not over tighten.

55. Routine Maintenance PTBT1

● Always rinse the Cell and electrodes with clean water after each use.

● If the electrodes develop scaling or become dirty, clean the Cell by submerging the probe end in a 1: 1 solution of Lime-A-Way

and water for 5 minutes. Then rinse thoroughly with clean water.

● Do not drop, throw or otherwise strike the PTBT1. This may void the warranty.

● Do not store the PTBT1 in a location where the ambient temperatures exceed its speciﬁed Operating/Storage Temperature limits.

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56. Routine Maintenance PTBT2

● ALWAYS rinse the Sensor with clean water after each use.

● ALWAYS replace the Protective/Hydration cap half filled with Sensor Storage Solution after each use to prevent it from drying out

and to preserve the Sensors accuracy.

● Do not drop, throw or otherwise strike the PTBT2. This may void the warranty.

● Do not store the PTBT2 in a location where the ambient temperatures exceed its specified Operating/Storage Temperature limits.

CLEANING the PTBT2 SENSOR:

● If the pH Sensor becomes dirty, carefully clean the Sensor surface with a cotton swab soaked in isopropyl alcohol. Then rinse

thoroughly with clean water.

57. Routine Maintenance PTBT3

● ALWAYS rinse the Sensor with clean water after each use.

● ALWAYS replace the Protective/Hydration cap half filled with Sensor Storage Solution after each use to prevent it from drying out

and to preserve the Sensors accuracy.

● Do not drop, throw or otherwise strike the PTBT3. This may void the warranty.

● Do not store the PTBT3 in a location where the ambient temperatures exceed its specified Operating/Storage Temperature limits.

CLEANING the PTBT3 SENSOR:

● The Myron L

Company recommends cleaning your Sensor regularly, however this depends on application and frequency of use.

● Indications of a dirty Sensor are slower and/or erroneous readings. 

● Always recondition your Sensor after cleaning. 

● To clean your Sensor, select one of the following methods:

● Basic Cleaning:  ○ Using a solution made of dish soap mixed with water and a cotton swab, gently clean the inside of the Sensor head and

platinum electrode, rinse thoroughly with clean water, then recondition the Sensor.

● Moderate Cleaning:  ○ Using a paste made of Comet® cleanser mixed with water and a cotton swab, gently clean the inside of the Sensor head and

platinum electrode, rinse thoroughly with clean water, then recondition the Sensor.

■ If Comet® Cleanser is not available, use another mildly abrasive household cleanser.

● Deep Cleaning:  ○ Using ORP electrode cleaning paper (included with PTBT3) and water, gently clean the platinum electrode, rinse thoroughly

with clean water, then recondition the Sensor.

● Reconditioning the Sensor: For greatest accuracy and speed of response, the Myron L

Company recommends reconditioning the

Sensor after cleaning.To recondition the Sensor: 

○ Rinse the Sensor thoroughly with clean water, then allow it to soak in Storage Solution for a minimum of 1 hour. ○ For best results allow the Sensor to soak in Storage Solution overnight.

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58. ULTRAPENX2 Sensor Replacement

PTBT1 Sensor Replacement

The PTBT1 conductivity Cell is not replaceable.

PTBT2 / PTBT3 Sensor Replacement

CAUTIONS and NOTES:

● Only remove/replace the pH / ORP Sensor in a CLEAN and DRY environment!

● The Protective / Hydration Cap contains saline, storage solution that will cause damage to the pocket tester’s internal electronics

and / or the Sensor connector and circuitry.

● The O-rings of the Sensor are pre-greased for ease of insertion. ○ DO NOT clean the grease from the O-Rings.

○ Carefully remove any bits of packaging material from the Sensor shaft or O-rings before installation. ○ Handle the Sensor by the Protective / Hydration Cap end to avoid migration of the grease.

REMOVING THE OLD SENSOR

1. Remove Protective / Hydration by wiggling the cap side-to-side while gently pulling it off the PTBT2 / PTBT3.

2. Carefully clean off any residual salt or liquid around Sensor by: a. Rinsing it with clean DI, DO or distilled water. b. Drying it thoroughly with a clean towel.

3. Make sure that your hands are clean and dry to prevent contaminating the pocket tester’s internal electronics.

4. Unscrew the battery cap and remove the battery tray.

● This allows the air pressure inside the pocket testers to equalize as the old Sensor is removed and the new Sensor is installed.

5. Grasp the pH Sensor body and gently pull the Sensor out of the pocket testers.

PREPARING THE NEW SENSOR

To prevent contaminating the ULTRAPENX2’s electronics, perform the following steps away from the pocket tester.

1. Remove the warning label from around the Protective / Hydration cap.

2. Remove the clear tape from around the top of the Protective / Hydration Cap.

3. DO NOT remove either the: a. Black plastic Protective / Hydration the on front of the Sensor . b. Brown plastic cap covering the connector of the Sensor.

4. If there are salt crystals around the cap of the Sensor remove them by: a. Carefully rinsing the Sensor with clean water. b. Shake off excess water. c. Dry the outside of the Sensor body.

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5. Once the Sensor is COMPLETELY dry: a. Remove the brown plastic cap over the connector end of the Sensor. b. Inspect to ensure the three O-rings are on Sensor body.

6. If any of the O-rings appear damaged or there is any other damage to the Sensor, DO NOT use the Sensor.

INSTALLING THE NEW SENSOR

1. Align the large and small alignment tabs on the Sensor with the corresponding notches in the body of the ULTRAPENX2.

● It will only go in one way.

● WARNING: Damage WILL occur to the connectors inside your if you attempt to install the Sensor incorrectly.

2. Gently apply pressure to insert the Sensor into the ULTRAPENX2. a. You may need to apply a slight twisting motion to start each O-ring, ensuring all 3 O-rings on Sensor slide evenly into ULTRAPENX2.

● CAUTION: if you damaged an O-ring DO NOT use the Sensor. This will allow solution to leak into the instrument.

3. Press Sensor STRAIGHT into the ULTRAPENX2 until it is securely in place.

4. Replace the battery tray: a. Aligning the groove in the side of the ULTRAPENX2 enclosure with the groove in the battery tray. b. Slide the tray into the case until it is fully seated. c. Screw the battery cap back on.

Make sure to recalibrate the ULTRAPENX2 before making measurements!

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59. Accessories

Calibration Standards / Buffers

● The ULTRAPENX2™ PTBT1 uses the following solutions for wet calibration. ○ Order Part Numbers:

■ KCL-1800, 1800 µS KCl Standard Solution

■ 442-3000, Myron L® Company 442™ Natural Water Standard Solution: Displays as:

− 3000 ppm when PTBT1 is set for TDS-442 Solutions Mode.

− 2027 ppm when PTBT1 is set for TDS-NaCl Solutions Mode.

− 3.000 ppm when PTBT1 is set for Salinity-442 Solutions Mode.

− 2.027ppm when PTBT1 is set for Salinity-NaCl Solutions Mode.

● The ULTRAPENX2™ PTBT2 requires pH 4.0, pH 7.0, and pH 10.0 buffer solutions for wet calibration and pH Sensor Storage

Solution for proper storage.

○ Order Part Numbers:

■ PH4, Myron L® Company 4.0 pH Calibration Buffer

■ PH7, Myron L® Company 7.0 pH Calibration Buffer

■ PH10 Myron L® Company 10.0 pH Calibration Buffer

● The ULTRAPENX2™ PTBT3 requires Myron L

Company 80mV Quinhydrone, 260mV Quinhydrone, or 470mV MLC Light’s ORP

Standard Solutions for wet calibration and Sensor Storage Solution for proper storage.

○ Order Part Numbers:

■ ORP802OZ 80 mV, Kit, Quinhydrone/pH7 2oz

■ ORP2602OZ 260 mV, Kit, Quinhydrone/pH4 2oz

■ ORP4701OZ 470 mV, MLC Light’s Solution 1oz

■ ORPCALKIT Calibration Kit, ORP, 80mV, 260mV, 470mV

Replacement Sensors

● The PTBT1 conductivity Cell is not replaceable.

● Replacement PTBT2 pH Sensor (with instructions). ○ Order Part Number: RPT2

● Replacement PTBT3 ORP Sensor (with instructions). ○ Order Part Number: RPT3

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Misc. Items

● pH / ORP Storage Solution: Order Part Number: PHSS

● PTBT3 ORP Electrode Cleaning Paper: Order Part Numbers:

■ OECP-25, QTY 25.

■ OECP-100, QTY 100.

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TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS

60. Communication Errors

● The most common issues that occur when using the PTBTX2 App are communication errors that occur between the App and the

ULTRAPENX2 due to low battery charge levels for either the mobile device or the Ultrapen.

PREVENTION:

● Make sure that your mobile device is FULLY CHARGED. ○ On some mobile devices this can affect the Bluetooth signal, causing it to weaken, resulting in connectivity problems and

communication errors between the ULTRAPENX2 and the App.

● Keeping a fresh battery in the ULTRAPENX2 guarantees its broadcast is as strong as possible. ○ The battery level field will flash RED when the level gets below 25%. Replace the battery IMMEDIATELY!

ULTRAPENX2 will not appear on the Connect / Disconnect Screen

1. Close the PTBTX2 App.

2. Check the status of the mobile device’s Bluetooth feature. If it is OFF turn it ON.

3. Make sure the ULTRAPENX2 is ON and in Standby Mode.

4. Reopen the PTBTX2 App.

5. Open the Connect / Disconnect screen.

6. Swipe Down on the Connect / Disconnect screen to start a search for available ULTRAPENX2s.

7. The ULTRAPENX2 should appear on the list.

8. Tap that line on the ULTRAPENX2 list.

Android Only

1. Close the PTBTX2 App.

2. Make sure the ULTRAPENX2 is ON and in Standby Mode.

3. Check the status of the mobile device’s Bluetooth feature.

4. If it is OFF, turn it ON.

5. If it is ON, tap it once to turn it OFF, then tap it a 2nd time to turn it back ON. a. This will cause the device’s Bluetooth to search for available devices. b. A list of found devices may appear. c. DO NOT PAIR with the ULTRAPENX2 if it appears on this list.

6. Reopen the PTBTX2 App and tap the Connect / Disconnect button.

7. Swipe down on the ULTRAPENX2 list to start a search for available ULTRAPENX2s.

8. The ULTRAPENX2 should appear on the list.

9. Tap that line on the ULTRAPENX2 list.

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ULTRAPENX2 will not appear on the Connect / Disconnect Screen, but Device’s Bluetooth is ON.

1. Close the PTBTX2 App.

2. Turn OFF the mobile device.

3. Make sure the ULTRAPENX2 is ON and in Standby Mode.

4. Restart the mobile device.

5. Reopen the PTBTX2 App.

6. If the mobile device asks you if it should allow the PTBTX2 App access to the device’s Bluetooth, say YES / OK.

7. Tap the Connect / Disconnect button in the Feature Navigation Bar.

8. When the Connect / Disconnect screen opens, swipe Down to start a search for available ULTRAPENX2s.

9. The ULTRAPENX2 should appear on the list. A green gem should appear to the left of the new ULTRAPENX2.

10. Tap that line on the ULTRAPENX2 list.

ULTRAPENX2 goes into Standby Mode without completing the Current Operation.

This happens when there is a communication error between the App and the ULTRAPENX2. The most common cause for these types of errors is that the Bluetooth signal from the either the ULTRAPENX2 or the device is too weak.

1. Make sure that the charge level for both the mobile device and the ULTRAPENX2 are good.

● If not, plug your device into its charger / replace the ULTRAPENX2 battery.

2. Close the App.

3. Reopen the App. The Measurement screen should appear.

4. The App should temporarily display that the ULTRAPENX2 is offline, then immediately switch to, “Communicating” and reestablish the active connection.

5. When the App has reestablished its connection with the ULTRAPENX2:

● The App will display that the ULTRAPENX2 is “Ready”

● A green Measure button should appear.

The App Fails to Complete an Operation and Displays an Alert Box Stating, “Ultrapen is Offline”.

● NOTE: Even though the ULTRAPENX2 may still be ON and in Standby Mode, the App can’t find its signal and assumes it is OFF.

1. Tap OK.

● This will cause the App to disconnect from the current ULTRAPENX2.

2. Make sure the ULTRAPENX2 has not actually timed out / turned OFF.

3. If it has, press and release the button on the back of the ULTRAPENX2 to wake it up.

4. Tap the Connect / Disconnect button in the Feature Navigation Bar.

5. When the Connect / Disconnect screen opens, swipe down on the list.

6. Tap that line on the ULTRAPENX2 list.

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61. Other App Issues

Odd Characters Appear in ULTRAPENX2 Name after Name Change:

Sometimes, after changing the name of an ULTRAPENX2, extra symbols or characters may appear at the end of the new name. EXAMPLE:

● New Pen name as entered: MLC pH-Lab1

● New Pen name as displayed: MLC pH-Lab1¿ Å

To clear the extra character(s):

1. Disconnect the ULTRAPENX2 from the App.

2. Delete the ULTRAPENX2 from the Connect / Disconnect screen list.

3. Re-add the ULTRAPENX2 to the list by pairing it.

● When the ULTRAPENX2 is re-paired and reconnected, the extra characters will be gone.

I’m Trying to Add a GPS Location but the App Keeps Showing Me the Name of an Already Existing

Location.

You are physically too close the existing location.

● There is a minimum distance inside of which the your mobile device’s GPS services may have problems telling positions apart

(e.g. two small aquariums right next to each other).

● This distance is different for each device.

1. Tap the Preferences button in the Feature Navigation Bar.

2. Tap the App Preferences line.

3. Turn the PTBTX2’s GPS Services OFF.

4. Enter the location as a NON-GPS location.

I’m trying to select a Non-GPS Location but it won’t work.

1. Make sure the GPS Services switch is OFF.

2. If it is ON, turn it OFF.

3. Tap the Non-GPS location.

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62. PTBT2 pH Sensor Issues.

If the pH Sensor is broken or cracked the PTBT2 will return the same or nearly the same pH measurement no matter what the actual pH values of the samples being tested.

If you suspect that there is a problem with the pH Sensor of your PTBT2:

1. Perform measurements using at least two, preferable all three buffer solutions (4.0 pH, 7.0 pH, and 10.0 pH).

2. The pH Sensor is broken if either:

3. ALL measurements are not within ± 1.0 pH of the pH value printed on the buffer bottle, or;

4. PTBT2 returns the same or very similar values for ALL of the buffers, even if the value appears to be correct for one of the buffers.

Contact your local Myron L® Company distributor or Myron L® Company for a replacement Sensor.

NOTE: Troubleshooting hints for the individual Ultrapen

models may be found in the full Operation Instructions for

that instrument which can be downloaded from the

Myron L® Company website:

http://www.myronl.com/main/Operation_Manuals_DL.htm

For other technical questions, see the Myron L® Company

Contact Information on the last page of this manual.

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Myron L ULTRAPENX2 Operation Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

INTRODUCTION

1. General Statements:

2. Minimum System Requirements:

3. To Download the Mobile App:

ULTRAPENX2 FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

4. PTBT1 Features

5. PTBT2 Features

6. PTBT3 Features

7. Specification Tables

BASIC INTERFACE

8. Main Measurement Screen

9. Feature Navigation Bar

Measurement:

Memory Recall (MR):

Calibration (CAL):

Connect/Disconnect:

Preferences:

PAIRING TO AND UNPAIRING FROM AN ULTRAPENX2

10. Connect / Disconnect Screen

11. Pairing an ULTRAPENX2 to the Mobile Device

12. Switching to a Different ULTRAPENX2

13. Correcting Connection Problems

ULTRAPENX2 will not appear on the Connect / Disconnect Screen.

Ultrapen will not appear on the Connect / Disconnect Screen, but Device’s Bluetooth is ON.

14. Unpairing an ULTRAPENX2

Unpairing / Disconnecting an ULTRAPENX2

15. Deleting an ULTRAPENX2 from the Pen List

ULTRAPENX2 MEASUREMENTS

16. Making Measurements – General Notes

17. Making Measurements – HOLD mode

18. Making Measurements – LIVE Mode

Switching from HOLD mode to LIVE mode

Starting and Ending LIVE mode Measurements

19. Using the Scoop

THE MAIN SETTINGS SCREEN

ULTRAPENX2 SETTINGS

20. Accessing ULTRAPENX2 Settings

21. Changing the PTBT1 Solution Mode

22. Changing the PTBT2 / PTBT3 Pen Mode (LIVE / HOLD)

PTBTX2 APP PREFERENCES & REFERENCE INFORMATION

23. Accessing Application Preferences

24. Turning the Mobile Device Screen Lock Switch ON / OFF

25. Changing the Email Format

26. Changing the Time and Date Formats

27. Changing the Temperature Units of Measure

28. Creating and Using Locations

Location List Sorting

Adding a GPS Location

Adding a NON-GPS Location

Editing the Name of a Location on the List.

Deleting a Location from the List.

29. The Demo Ultrapen

Selecting the Demo ULTRAPENX2 Model

Connecting to the Demo Pen

REFERENCE INFORMATON

30. Help

To Access Help

31. About

To Access the ABOUT page

DATA RECORDS

32. Creating and Displaying Data Records

Creating Records (Memory Store):

Viewing Record List

View the Contents of a Record

33. Adding a Note to a Data Record

34. Replacing the Data in a Record

EDITING THE DATA RECORDS AND THE RECORDS LIST

35. Manually Selecting Multiple Records.

36. Using the Sort Feature to Arrange Data Records on the List

Adding Sort Keys

Arranging Sort Keys

Removing Sort Keys

37. Filtering the Data Records List

Combining Filter Criteria;

Removing a Filter Criterion

38. Clearing a Single Record on the List