Pasport AirLink SI, PS-2005 Instruction Sheet

Instruction Sheet

012-09414A

PASPORT AirLink SI (Sensor Interface)

PS-2005

Included Equipment Part Number

AC Adapter

Antenna

540-070

540-002

Introduction

The PASPORT AirLink SI connects to Macintosh, Windows
and palmOne handheld computers wirelessly through Blue­tooth™. Your palmOne handheld computer must be Blue­tooth equipped from the factory. However, if your Macintosh
or Windows computer does not already offer Bluetooth capa­bility, you may be able to add it by purchasing a Bluetooth
accessory that connects through USB. The sensor interface
uses rechargeable NiMH batteries.

Powering the
PAS PORT AirLink SI

The PASPORT AirLink SI is equipped with a 3.6 volt/850mA
NiMH rechargeable battery. To charge the sensor interface use
a power supply. (Specifications: 5 volt DC, 2.6 A,
AC/DC direct plug-in switching power supply; Input: 100-240

Vac, 50-60 Hz, 0.6 A. Output: 5 Vdc, 2.6 A.) The power sup­ply includes interchangeable AC input blades for use in differ­ent countries. Install the blades suitable for power outlets in
your area.

Depending on the power demands of connected sensors and
the sampling rate, the sensor interface will normally operate
for a period of 8 hours between charges. When not in use, dis­connect sensors and disconnect the sensor interface from the
computer. This will lengthen the "shelf life" of a charge.
Always ensure that you fully charge the sensor interface
before using it for data collection in the field. As a matter of
practice, it is a good idea to keep the interface charging until
you need to use it.

Note: Charge for at least four hours prior to first use

Note: The rechargeable battery can not be replaced by the

end-user. Please contact PASCO if you feel your battery is not
charging properly.

Charging the
PASPORT AirLink SI

The PASPORT AirLink SI contains rechargeable batteries and
it is suggested that batteries have 4 hour charge prior to use.

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PASPORT AirLink SI (Sensor Interface) Maximizing Battery Life

Maximizing Battery Life

The following are some suggestions for maximizing battery
life:

• Disconnect from the computer between data collection
episodes;

• Turn off the sensor interface when not in use;

• Unplug the sensor when not performing measurements;

• Use slow sample rates for long experiments.

Status LEDs
PAS PORT AirLink SI

The PASPORT AirLink SI includes a pair of LEDs that will
flash and change color to indicate various states of the sensor
interface. Please refer to Table 1 below.

Blinking Solid

Green Charging Fully charged

Amber Slow: on, not connected

Faster: on, connected

On, connected,
collecting

Connecting the PASPORT
AirLink SI to a Computer or
Handheld Device

Because the sensor interface communicates with the computer
wirelessly, you do not make a physical connection. Instead,
you make the connection in software. You can connect to only
one interface at a time. Once you connect to an interface, no
one else can access that interface. Depending on the environ­ment, the sensor interface must remain within 30 feet (10
meters) of an intended computer.

To connect to the PASPORT AirLink SI:

1. Power on the interface - the amber light will slowly blink
when the unit is turned on.

2. See the Data Studio or ImagiProbe® manual for direc­tions on establishing a wireless connection to the inter­face. Once a connection has been made the amber light
will blink more quickly

Note: Each PASPORT AirLink SI has a unique ID (e.g.,
IPSI-40381), which is printed on a label on the bottom of the
interface. Use this ID to select the correct interface when con­necting.

Red Low power Very low power

Table 1: Status LEDs

Connecting PASPORT Sensors

PASPORT digital sensors automatically register as part of the
DataStudio and ImagiProbe applications. This registration
procedure will temporarily install calibrations and propose an
initial sampling rate for the connected sensor(s).

If you are using analog sensors with the optional analog
adapter, you may need to install calibrations appropriate for
the sensors you wish to use. If your are using the sensor inter­face with a palmOne handheld computer, you can select sen­sors and calibrations from a sensor database provided on the
installation CD. Install these sensors and calibrations using a
standard HotSync procedure.

Plugging in a Sensor

1. Align the notch on the PASPORT AirLink SI with the
groove on the sensor or sensor plug.

2. Orient the pins on the mini DIN connector of the
PASPORT sensor to the holes on the sensor interface.

3. Plug the sensor into the mini DIN receptacle on the top of
the sensor interface

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Model No. PS-2005 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Problem Solution

Sensor interface drops
connection

Software does not see sensor
interface

Software does not see sensor
attached to sensor interface

LED is stuck on Turn the sensor interface off

You may be out of range.
Move the computer closer to
the sensor interface and try to
reconnect.

1. Check interface is powered
on;

2. Confirm interface is within
range;

3. Make sure interface isn't
already connected to another
computer (see Status LEDs
table).

1. Confirm you are connected
to sensor interface;

2. Make sure sensor is firmly
connected to sensor
interface;

3. Turn interface off and back
on. (you will need to
reconnect).

and back on.

For assistance with any PASCO product, contact PASCO at:

Address: PASCO scientific

10101 Foothills Blvd.
Roseville, CA 95747-7100

Phone: [phone] (worldwide)

800-772-8700 (U.S)

Fax: [phone]

Web: www.pasco.com

Email: [e-mail]

Communications Regulation Information

The PASPORT AirLink SI (PS-2005) complies with part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) The sensor
interfaces may not cause harmful interference, and (2) the sensor inter­faces must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation. See instructions below if interference to
radio and television reception is suspected.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna
used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter. .

PASPORT AirLink SI PS-2005

Specifications

Compatibility Windows, Macintosh, and

Palm-Powered handheld computers
with Bluetooth support

Wireless Range 10 meters

Sampling Rate up to 1Khz (varies by software

application and sensor)

Battery 4 hours to fully charge; 8 hours

collection per charge

Technical Support

Before you call PASCO technical support, have the apparatus
and this user's guide available. Please note the following:

• DataStudio/ImagiProbe version;

• Product name and model number;

• Approximate age of the product;

• Detailed description of the problem/sequence of events
required to duplicate the problem.

Tested To

Comply With

FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Radio and Television Interference

The equipment described in this manual generates, uses, and can radiate
radio-frequency energy. If it is not installed and used properly-that is, in
strict accordance with instructions from PASCO scientific.-it may cause
interference with radio and television reception.

The sensor interfaces have been tested and found to comply with the lim­its for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in Part
15 of the FCC rules. These specifications are designed to provide reason­able protection against such interference in a residential installation. How­ever, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.

You can determine whether the sensor interface is causing interference by
disconnecting it from the computer. If the interference stops, it was proba­bly caused by the sensor interface.

If the sensor interface does cause interference to radio or television recep­tion, try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following
remedies:

• Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops;

• Move the sensor interface to one side or the other of the televi­sion or radio;

• Move the sensor interface further from the television or radio.

If these remedies do not correct the problem, consult with an experienced
radio or television technician for additional suggestions.

Important: Changes or modifications to the sensor interface not autho­rized by PASCO scientific. could void the FCC Certification and negate
your authority to operate the product. Responsible party (FCC matters

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