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1. IfRange is selected press the p orq Key to highlight the number of the first from and last to points to be exported use the popup number entry screen to edit the numbers and press the f2 accept key to save the entered range c Press the f2 yes key to confirm that the meter is interfaced with a printer or computer The meter will automatically return to the data log list once the export is completed To clear the data log memory a Press the f3 options key press the p orq key to highlight Log Clear and then press the f2 accept key b Press the f2 yes key to confirm erasing the entire data log from the meter s memory c Press the f3 edit key use the popup number entry screen to enter the default meter password of 111111 and then press the f2 done Key d Press the f2 accept key and wait for the data log to be cleared 32 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Exported Calibration Log Example Printer Data Format Thermo Scientific Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Calibration Log Orio 1 2 3 4 n Star A220 series meters save up to ten of the most recent calibrations per channel In the measurement mode press the setup key Pressthep q t oru key to highlight View Log and press the f3 select key Press the p orq key to highlight Calibration Log and press the f2 select key Press the p orq key to highlight pH Channel Conductivity Channel or DO R DO C
2. Setup Menu Setup Menu N amp T N amp Channel Settings View Log Channel Settings iew Log Diagnostics Diagnostics Star A221 pH Meter Setup Menu Star A222 Conductivity Meter Setup Menu Setup Menu Bo Roe NX E Channel Settings Yiew Log D Diagnostics Orion Star A223 RDO DO Meter Setup Menu Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 19 Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Main Setup Menu Flow Chart Main Setup Menu Channel Settings View Log Diagnostics f f k jia bali Export Data Data Log oe Temperature Data Log aaa User Reset Date Time self Test Language Stability Test ay B About Meter Alarm Beep Contrast Auto Shut Off Refer to next figure for a detailed list of the measurement calibration and alarm settings within each channel specific Mode and Settings menu 20 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Channel specific Mode and Settings Menu Flow Chart Main Setup Menu DO RDO pH Channel COND Channel Canel Mode and Mode and Mode and Settings Settings Settings Measure Mode Measure Mode Measure Mode Read Type Read Type Measure Unit Resolution Cell K Resolution Buffer Group TDS Factor Read Type Cal Due Alarm Ref Temp Baro Pressure Temp Comp Salinity Correct Temp Coeff Cal Due Alarm Cal Due Alarm RDO Cap Life Cell Ty
3. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 71 Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Meter Calibration Data from GETCAL Command Cal Mode PC CSV Format pH RmV ORP ISE Conductivity 72 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision Channel Mode Calibration Date amp Time Total Calibration Points repeated for each calibration point Calibration Point pH Value pH Unit mV Value mV Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit repeated for each point to point segment Slope Value Slope Unit repeated for each point to point segment Offset Value Offset Unit Average Slope Value Average Slope Unit Calibration Number Example 5 point calibration A211 pH X01036 3 04 CH 1 pH 01 03 15 16 05 41 5 1 2 00 pH 290 5 mV 25 0 C 2 4 01 pH 174 3 mV 25 0 C 3 7 00 pH 0 0 mV 25 0 C 4 10 01 pH 173 9 mV 25 0 C 5 12 00 pH 289 7 mV 25 0 C 97 7 98 5 97 7 98 4 1 4 mV 0 0 mV 0 0 mV 1 3 mV 98 1 1 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision Channel Mode Calibration Date amp Time Raw mV Value Raw mV Unit Relative mV Offset Value Relative mV Offset Unit Reference mV Value Reference mV Unit Calibration Number Example A211 pH X01036 3 04 CH 1 RmV 01 03 15 16 05 41 0 0 mV 0 0 mV 0 0 mV 1 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revi
4. Connect a half cell reference electrode with standard 2 5 mm pin tip connector Star A221 meters ATCICON Connect an ATC probe with 8 pin MiniDIN connector Star A221 meters Connect a conductivity sensor with 8 pin MiniDIN connector Star A222 meters a T Orion Star A220 series portable meters are compatible with the same electrodes and sensors used with Thermo Scientific Orion Versa Star meters and legacy Thermo Scientific Orion Star and Star Plus meters This includes the Thermo Scientific Orion ROSS Ultra Triode pH ATC electrodes Thermo Scientific Orion ROSS pH electrodes and Thermo Scientific Orion DuraP robe conductivity sensors All Star A220 series meters Orion Star A221 pH Meter Orion Star A222 Conductivity Orion Star A223 RDO DO Connections Meter Connections Meter Connections 12 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 2 Meter Basics Meter Keypad Orion Star A220 series portable meter keypads includes menu specific function keys that update on the display for efficient meter operation and shortcut keys for easy navigation menie its gj halgi log print Press the fl f2 and f3 function keys to perform the action shown above each key on the display fl f2 f3 Press the power key to turn on the meter Press and hold the power key for about three seconds to turn off the meter When the meter is powered on press and re
5. Parameter Seine oem w Set the displayed measurement mode the selected mode Measure Mode TDS determines which additional settings are shown and the ae type of calibration the meter will perform Resistivity Set the read type to determine how the meter takes a Auto Read Type Cont measurement and when the measurement Is sent to the ae data log and or external device Enter the nominal cell constant K value of the coe oo ats conductivity sensor for automatic conductivity calibration Factor Enter the TDS factor value for total dissolved solids 0 Set the reference temperature for temperature 15 C Ref Tem 20 C compensated measurements readings are adjusted to one 25 C the selected reference temperature when the temperature compensation setting is active Off Temp Comp Linear nLFn Enter the temperature coefficient used with the linear nae AAEN 0 temperature compensation setting Set the calibration due alarm off or on when the alarm is o on the fixed calibration time interval is 12 hours and the Conductivity Cal Due Alarm On arm is triggered after 12 hours has elapsed without a ony calibration being performed cali Type Standard Set the type of conductivity senor as standard most yP USP sensors or USP 2 cell sensors in ultra pure water Cell K Setting Orion Star A222 conductivity meters are capable of automatically recognizing Thermo Scientific Orion 100 uS conductivity standard 1413 uS conductivity standard and
6. 69 Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Measure Mode ISE Conductivity TDS Salinity Resistivity DO Saturation 70 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual PC CSV Format Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode ISE Value ISE Unit mV Value mV Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit Slope Value Slope Unit Method Log Example A214 pH ISE X01037 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 ISE 1 ppb 0 0 mV 25 0 C 59 2 mV dec M100 1 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode Conductivity Value Conductivity Unit Conductance Value Conductance Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit Temperature Coefficient Value Temperature Coefficient Unit Reference Temperature Value Reference Temperature Unit Cell Constant Value Cell Constant Unit Method Log Example A212 Cond X01038 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 COND 936 41 uS cm 1977 59 uS 25 0 C 2 1 C 25 0 C 0 4750 cm M100 1 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode TDS Value TDS Unit Conductance Value Conductance Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit Temperature Coefficient Value Temperature Coefficient Unit Reference Temperature Value Reference Temperature Unit Cell Constant
7. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Electrochemistry Portable Meters 68X000442 Revision A June 2015 SCIENTIFIC Important Note Please read this user guide thoroughly before using your meter Any use outside of these instructions may invalidate your warranty and cause permanent damage to the meter Contact Information For assistance with Thermo Scientific Orion products contact Technical Support by email at wai techservbev thermofisher com or by phone within the United States call 1 800 225 1480 and outside the United States call 1 978 232 6000 or fax 1 978 232 6031 For additional product information contact your local authorized dealer local Thermo Scientific Orion technical sales representative or contact us using the Water and Laboratory Products WLP information on the page back of this manual Applications and Technical Resources Visit www thermoscientific com water to view Thermo Scientific Orion products and download product literature user guides and manuals software updates and the latest application and technical resources Table of Contents CMa lel disiivaevrsatatiiadien aint 6 METER INT OGUCTO i anasan 6 MEOT OT eect cated sais ot naa aor seein E A A 6 Pa O El Eee ne A ene een ee A ee ene 7 Monaca LEG Setar pote E leage cac reas uc ceipeaacia ucacet semneiouecectsetneaensiaieauant CHaDtel 2 E E E GAOT ATAN ANI TIRRONINRTNTIAN 8 Meter Basie Sinnani a 8 BEY Cea NNN BANET SF unnum E
8. 7 Storage controllers Ww System devices gt Universal Serial Bus controllers Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 61 Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Using the USB Computer Cable The Orion Star A200 A300 USB driver must be installed when the meter will be interfaced with a computer using the USB computer cable The Orion Star A200 A300 USB driver is compatible with Microsoft Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 and Windows 8 operating systems When using a USB computer cable always turn on the power to the meter and connect the USB computer cable first to the meter and then to the computer 1 Go to www thermoscientific com OrionMeters download the Orion Star A200 A300 USB driver folder and unzip extract the files to the computer s desktop 2 Connect the power adapter to the meter and power on the meter 3 Connect the USB cable first to the Mini B USB input on the meter and then to the USB input on a computer 4 Once the USB cable is connected to the computer the computer will try to search for the device driver software and then a message will appear that the device driver software was not successfully installed Open the computer s Device Manager tool a For Windows 7 Click the Start button and then click Control Panel In the Control Panel window click Device Manager if viewing by large icons or small icons or click System and Security and then click Device Manager
9. Thermo Scientific c 2011 Meter 3 N 01 03 15 12 58 34 Calibration Operator Signature Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 57 Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Printer Compatibility and Requirements Orion Star A220 series portable meters can print directly to the Orion Star series inkjet printer Catalog Number 1010006 Measurement and calibration data sent from the meter to the Orion Star series inkjet printer is automatically formatted to fit the paper width when the printer data format is selected within the Export Data setting The Orion Star series inkjet printer has a 9600 baud rate and itis packaged with the RS 232 printer cable required to interface an Orion Star A220 series meter to this printer The baud rate of Orion Star A220 series meters can be set to 1200 2400 4800 9600 19200 or 38400 for communication to different printers The fixed meter settings are Number of Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Parity None Flow Control XON XOFF The meter will send measurements and calibration data to the printer if the printer option Is turned on in the setup menu Alternatively measurements and calibration data can be sent to the data log and calibration log From the data log and calibration log the operator can chose to print a single data log point a range of data log points or the entire data log 58 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scienti
10. applies a non constant correction factor to pure water samples that have a varying response to changes in temperature This mode is for temperature compensated readings of low conductivity waters that are in equilibrium with the carbon dioxide in air Such as pure waters reading near 1 uS cm at 25 C and natural waters having a composition comparable to natural ground well or surface waters Off no temperature correction is applied and the actual conductivity value Is displayed at the measured sample temperature Salinity Type Orion Star A222 conductivity meters offer one salinity type practical salinity Practical salinity measurements are based on relating the sample measurement to the reading of a standard potassium chloride KCI solution at 15 C Orion Star A220 series conductivity meters will automatically temperature compensate and report the expected practical salinity result as practical salinity units osu at 15 C when using a conductivity sensor with built in temperature TDS Factor Setting Orion Star A222 conductivity meters measure TDS as the total amount of dissolved inorganic material in a solution The dissolved inorganic material carries a current that is measured by the conductivity sensor Since there is a direct relationship between conductivity and TDS conductivity readings are used to estimate the presence of inorganic material using the TDS factor entered in the setup menu The standard method of determining TDS
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12. control and laboratory use EMC requirements EN61010 1 2010 Safety Standards UL61010 1 2012 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 1 2012 control and laboratory use general requirements Cheow Kwang Chan Place and Date of Issue QA R egulatory Manager 16 February 2015 Singapore 82 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Meter Specifications Chapter 8 Customer Services 6 CE Fe Orion Star A220 series Portable Meter Operating Conditions Operating Ambient Temperature Operating Relative Humidity Storage Temperature Storage Relative Humidity Overvoltage Meter Weight Meter Dimensions H x W x D Regulatory and Safety Power Rating Shock and Vibration Enclosure designed to meet Warranty 5 to 45 C 0 45 kg 1 Ib 6 cm x 10 5 cm x 24 cm 2 36 x 4 13 x 9 45 Universal Power Adapter Operating Conditions Operating Ambient Temperature Operating Relative Humidity Storage Temperature Storage Relative Humidity Overvoltage 0 to 50 C Orion Star A220 series Portable Meter Specifications Measurement Channels Display Graphic LCD Measurement Modes Data Log Memory Data Log Functions Data Log Transfer Data Log Editing manual logging with Continuous measure mode Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 83 Chapter 8 Customer Services Orion Star A220 series Portab
13. rinse with distilled water or appropriate solution blot gently with a lint free tissue to remove excess water and place into the next sample Repeat steps 2 through 4 for all samples When all samples have been measured store the sensors according to the instructions in the sensor manuals Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 53 Data Transfer and Software Updates Data Storage and Transfer Settings Meter settings that affect data storage and transfer include the measurement read type export data settings and data log setting The date and time settings should also be reviewed and update as needed Measurement Read Type Setting The selected read type determines when the meter sends measurements to the data log if the data log is enabled in the setup menu and when the meter exports measurements to a printer or computer if a printer or computer is properly connected to the meter and export data settings are enabled in the setup menu Select from Auto Read or continuous read types Auto R ead Press the measure esc key to start a measurement The AR Icon blinks as the changing value stabilizes When the measurement is stable the AR icon stops blinking and the measurement Is locked on the display until the measure esc Key is pressed again When the data log and export data settings are enabled the stable measurement is automatically saved to the data log and exported to a printer or computer Continuous Measu
14. EE REE 8 Using the Universal Power Adapter Optional Power SOUICE ccssseesssesesssesssserssseeesaseren 9 Portable Meter ACCESSOMICS s ssesssressssnsnssnsrnsnnrnsnnrnnnnrnnrnnnnrnnnnrnnnnannnnnntnnnntrnntinnninrennnnrann srann 10 Orion Star A Series Portable Meter AMOT s sssssrsrsrnrnunurnnrnrnrnnnnnnnnrnrnrnnrnrnrnrnrnnrnrnrnrnrerenns 10 Orion Star A Series Portable Meter Field CaS s s sssssssisrssisrnsrsrnsrnrnsrnsrnrrsrnrrnrnsrerrrerens 11 Mere OI O orn hier aqieavarouiasuataay seas ineeavaianarminitonneadanere 12 TET IR C9 Oe a N TE E TO 13 Function KeyS viecsseccsssssssssssssssssessssessssessssseessvseseveeseveeseveeseseeseseesesersevevseseusesassesasstsasstsagen 14 PTT DS e e E A A E E A E A E AT 15 Measurement Display ICONS csssecssssssessssssssssserssssserersssssersssscersesesersesesersevesersavarerensases 16 pH Electrode Condition ICON s s sssrssrsrersrsrnrnrnunnnnnnnnrnnnunnrnrnnnnnnnnnnnnrnrnnnnnnnnrnrnrnrnnrnrnrnrenrnrns 16 Meter Models and Measurement Capabllities cccsecssssssssesssersssssssersrssserssssersesesrseseren 17 PIT IE TGA etcetera eeu cute E T A 17 D oee a E E E E E A A cere ey rerer Te 18 PICTON Semp MenUS isenana Eas aA EEEa aeaa 18 Vie SDM CAN aa A EN 18 General Setup Menu Navigation ssssssssresrsrsrnsnnnnrnsnnnrnnnnnnrnnnnrnnnnnnnnnnnnnrnnnnnnrnnnnrnrennnrre 18 Channel Specific Method Mode and Temperature M NnUuS ccccsesesssessssrssssrsssssersaseren 22 Mode and Settings M
15. Is installed and accept any warning messages 10 Once the installation is complete record the COM port location and click the Close button Windows has successfully updated your driver software Windows has finished installing the driver software for this device Virtual COM Part CDC 11 The meter is now able to transfer data to the computer using the Virtual COM port and Orion Star Com computer software HyperTerminal or similar program 64 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Orion Star Com Communication Software The Orion Star Com communication software is compatible with Orion Star A220 series portable meters and a free download Is available at www thermoscientific com OrionMeters The Star Com software facilitates the transfer of calibration and measurement data from the meter to a computer and then allows data to be exported to an Excel xls or Comma Separated Values csv file Transferred data can also be printed from the computer Orion Star A220 series portable meters must have software revision 2 59 or higher to use the Star Com software The Orion Star A200 A300 series USB driver software must be installed on the computer if the USB port will be used to connect the meter with a computer CT Fi METS Emai hiami 10D 8 001 mg 25 0 C MAN pa f z EADE SE ee z rm Cite Te Uh eis Taba ae rr
16. Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 8 Customer Services Troubleshooting Tips If an issue is encountered while using the Orion Star A220 series meter ensure the correct power adapter is being used and try power cycling the meter disconnect the power adapter from the meter wait 15 seconds and reconnect the power adapter to the meter Meterissue Recommended Action The measurement value is flashing 9999 and displaying Over Range or Under Range The meter locks up while connected to a computer via the USB cable The meter keypad is unresponsive when using the Star Com computer software The measurement value freezes and will not change The meter display goes blank shows random lines or intermittently freezes The meter does not automatically recognize the pH buffer during calibration The meter does not recognize the conductivity standard during calibration The meter does not recognize an RDO optical or polarographic dissolved oxygen sensor The measurement is outside the allowable measurement range Verify that the correct channel is shown on the meter display Make sure the electrode or sensor is fully connected with the meter Disconnect the USB cable from the meter and computer and then disconnect and reconnect the power adapter from the meter Reestablish the meter and computer USB connection The keypad lock option is enabled in the Star Com computer program To disable the keypad lock in the Star Com
17. Select key Press the p orq key to highlight User Reset and press the f2 select Key Press the f2 yes key to initiate the user reset procedure Wait while the user reset is performed Once completed the meter will proceed to the measurement mode All meter settings will be reset to the factory default settings however the calibration log and data log will be retained 80 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 8 Customer Services Notice of Compliance This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interference to radio communications It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart of Part 15 of FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le present appareil numerique n emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites
18. There cs no dieer selected im the device mformmabon sei or element To tnd a diver for thes device chek Update Onver 7 Click the Browse my computer for driver software option eae ee gt I f E nari n 2 iS mE a VROATE Over SOMmware VITA Lied FET ELH a q How do you want to search for driver software Search automatically for updated driver software Windows wall search your computer and the Internet for the latest diver software for your device unless you ve disabled this feature in your device instalation settings gt Browse my computer for driver software Locate and install driver software manually cancel Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 63 Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates 8 Click the Browse button set the computer desktop as the location and click the Next button 4 Fi a aiy iaa ats Se T z r z j LE ig o fms F T E ert an T tai ce fi laine ES j Ee Lee Se ete a ik Fat Feat ILLA i Pa ee ae ee bg ae iat eA eel ae ee el a e Ta 7 Browse for driver software on your computer Search for driver software in this bocathor CA Users j smith Desktop 7 of nclucte subfoiders Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer This list will shew installed driver software compatible with the device and all driver software in the same category as the device 9 Wait while the driver software
19. and a new prompt will be issued Turn on the Export Data and Data Log meter settings The default meter communication settings are Bits persecond 9600 Dotan e Flow control Remote Control Engine The remote control engine receives input from the serial USB port and processes it as needed Commands sent to the remote control interface will be in the form of OPCODE lt OPERAND s gt Line feeds will be ignored New commands cannot be issued until the previous command has been completed and a prompt is given A prompt is shown as the greater than symbol gt followed by a space Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 67 Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Star A200 A300 Meter Remote Control Commands Press the Esc key on the computer keypad to stop a command being executed Command Command Details GETMEAS lt CR gt Prints the current channel measurement immediately GETMEAS Data Count lt CR gt Prints the current channel measurement for a set number of times Example GETMEAS 2 GETMEASTIMED CH_Channel Combination Time Interval lt CR gt GETMEAS Setthe channel s to be measured and the time interval for the measurement measurements are sent to the meter data log Channel Combination Channel numbers to be measured Time Interval The measurement retrieving time interval in seconds Example GETMEASTIMED CH_ 125 lt CR gt STOP lt CR gt Command exits Timed measurement
20. flashing stabilizing or Solid ready icon and press the f2 accept key once the mV value is stable 5 The meter will display the calibration summary including the mV offset and export the data to the calibration log Press the f1 meas key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 print key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer 40 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter 4 Using the pH Channel Measurement Procedure Prepare the electrodes according to the instructions in the electrode manuals Connect all electrodes to be used to the appropriate meter inputs Make sure the electrodes are recently calibrated and working correctly Ensure the meter measurement mode Is set to the desired measurement parameter l Rinse the electrodes with distilled water or appropriate solution blot gently with a lint free tissue to remove excess water and place into the sample Start the measurement and wait for the reading to stabilize or reach the predefined time a Auto Read Press the measure esc key to start the measurement b Continuous Measurements will start immediately when in the measurement mode Once the measurement is stable or reaches the set time record all applicable parameters a Auto Read Once the measurement is stable it will be locked and held on the display and the AR icon will remain solid If the data log function is enabled the m
21. if viewing by category In the Device Manager window expand the Ports option b ForWindows XP Click the Start button and then click Control Panel In the Control Panel window click the Performance and Maintenance link and then click the System icon or for Control Panel Classic View just double click the System icon In the System Properties window Click the Hardware tab and then click the Device Manager button In the Device Manager window expand the Ports option 5 Locate and double click on the Virtual COM Port CDC device in the Device Manager tool Dy Device Manager b Lh fad file Acton View Hehp da m 1 Or ae E Gisplay adapters ll DVD CD ROM drives es Human Interface Devices Keyboards F Mice and other pointing deces 22 Moderni E Monitor Metwork adapiers a Other devices gy Virtual COM Port CDC Portable Devices HT Pons COM amp LPT g Processors E Smart card readers Sound video and game controllers lt gt Storage controllers A System devices E Universal Seral Bus controllers i El 62 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates 6 The Virtual COM Port CDC properties window will open Click the Update Driver button FUU m Ip omenen Device type Other devices Manutactrer Liara Locator Locahon t cal e The dnvers tor this dewe are not installed Code 28 F
22. involves evaporating a sample to dryness at 180 C and weighing the residue The TDS factor is calculated by taking the residue weight and dividing it by the sample conductivity Subsequent conductivity readings are multiplied by the TDS factor to determine the TDS value of the sample Cell Type Setting Orion Star A222 conductivity meters accept 2 cell and 4 cell conductivity sensors and allows the type of conductivity sensor to be set as Standard most conductivity sensors or USP for the ultra pure water conductivity sensor Catalog Number 013016MD when disabling temperature compensation 26 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Mode and Settings Menu for DO RDO Channel Use the Mode and Settings menu to customize settings for the dissolved oxygen channel of Orion Star A223 RDO DO meters Default meter settings are bold Set the type of dissolved oxygen sensor connected to DO Polarographic the meter as DO polarographic or RDO optical or Measure Mode RDO select Auto and the meter will automatically detect Auto which type of dissolved oxygen sensor Is connected and update the displayed measurement mode mg L Set the units displayed with the dissolved oxygen Resolution 1 Decimal Place 1 Set the resolution of the dissolved oxygen saturation 2 Decimal Places 0 1 measurement value as percent saturation Resolution 1 Decimal Place 0 1 Set the resolution of the disso
23. measurement value to stabilize and then record the displayed conductivity value of the resistor 7 Repeat step 6 for all six resistors in the kit 1010001 A 1000 KQ 1 uS 0 984 to 1 016 uS 1010001 E 100 O 9 930 to 10 07 mS 1010001 F 100 mS 99 30 to 100 7 mS Note These are the nominal values for the resistors only The actual resistance and conductance is printed on each resistor and the actual acceptance range must be calculated from the actual value on each resistor 46 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter5 Using the Conductivity Channel Measurement Procedure Prepare the sensors according to the instructions in the sensors manuals Connect all electrodes sensors and probes to be used to the appropriate meter inputs Make sure the sensors are recently calibrated and working correctly Ensure the meter measurement mode Is set to the desired measurement parameter L Rinse the sensors with distilled water or appropriate solution blot gently with a lint free tissue to remove excess water and place into the sample Start the measurement and wait for the reading to stabilize or reach the predefined time a Auto Read Press the measure esc key to start the measurement b Continuous Measurements will start immediately when in the measurement mode Once the measurement is stable or reaches the set time record all applicable parameters a Auto Read Once the
24. printer or computer 50 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter 6 Using the DO RDO Channel Manual Winkler Calibration l 2 3 Press the f1 cal key to start the calibration Press the p orq key to highlight Manual and press the f3 select key Prepare the DO sensor and calibration solution and allow them to reach equilibrium a Use plastic paraffin film to seal the open area between the DO sensor and vessel containing the calibration solution When the DO sensor and calibration apparatus are ready press the f3 start key Wait for the dissolved oxygen value on the meter to stabilize and perform one of the following actions a Press the f2 accept key to accept the displayed dissolved oxygen value or b Press the f3 edit key to access the popup number entry screen and manually enter the dissolved oxygen value i Pressthep q t oru key to highlighta number or decimal point press the f3 enter key to select the highlighted item and repeat until the desired value is shown atthe top of the screen ll Press the f2 done key to save the value and exit the number entry screen Press the f2 cal done key to save and end the calibration The meter will display the calibration summary and export the data to the calibration log Press the f1 meas key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 print key to export the calibration data to a printe
25. program click the Settings icon uncheck the box next to Keypad Lock and press the Save icon The read type is set to Auto Read mode AR icon shown on the display Press the measure esc key to take a new measurement or use the setup menu to change the read type to continuous Ensure the correct power supply for the Star A series meter is being used This power supply is different from the one supplied with Thermo Scientific Orion Versa Star meters The use of a surge protector or uninterrupted power supply UPS is also recommended Perform a factor reset on the meter Verify the correct buffer set was selected in the setup menu The meter uses raw mV readings to recognize the buffer As the electrode ages or becomes dirty its mV readings will drift Check the buffers and clean the electrode according to the instructions in the electrode manual Verify that the correct nominal cell constant is entered in the setup menu for the conductivity sensor being calibrated The cell constant is typically printed on the cable of the conductivity sensor Verify that the conductivity Standard is one that can be automatically recognized by the meter Recalibrate the conductivity sensor using new conductivity standard Make sure the dissolved oxygen sensor Is fully connected with the meter and verify the correct channel is shown on the meter display Wait about 15 seconds after connecting a dissolved oxygen sensor for the meter to recognize the DO sens
26. version and if x64 Edition isn t shown use the 32 bit version 3 Uninstall any previous versions of the Orion Star A200 A300 series meter software update using the Computer s Programs and Features tool Spin i gt 4 F i wii Fa L me FRG rain 4nd Features p iriri ti chai art Li oak pea f W F ae redy leri 0 Crt I Lhe pe oo E tae AJON UN pihaa Logics wel Thames fo ia Cuenh relasi pHs Tor lie oll i 74 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates 4 Make sure the computer interface cable is connected with the meter and computer and fully setup using the instructions in the Using the USB to Serial Computer Cable or Using the USB Computer Cable section 5 Power on the meter To ensure uninterrupted power through the update process use the power adapter with benchtop meters and fully charged batteries or power adapter with portable meters 6 Open the folder containing the unzipped extracted software files and double click the setup exe file to install the setup program onto the computer JTI r StarA200_300_rev304_x64 gt ty Search StarA200 300 rev304 Crganize F Open Share with Burn hew fodder T J DotNetFX40Client L Windowelnstaller3_1 Tosetupexe Estara 2008 oftware pgradebs msi Te Setup exe Date modified 11 4 2013 11 43 PM J a Application Size 416 KE 7 Follow all prompts to install the setup progr
27. 0005 Orion Star series RS 232 computer cable Cat No 1010053 or a standard Mini B USB to USB computer cable Meter Computer Computer Cable Driver Required USB to Serial Computer Cable Cat No 1010005 meee RS232 eee Cable USB 5 Computer Cable hia Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 59 Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Using the USB to Serial Computer Cable Turn on the power to the meter and connect the USB to Serial computer cable first to the meter and then to the computer The USB to Serial driver must be installed when the meter will be interfaced with a computer using the USB to Serial computer cable The USB to Serial driver is compatible with Microsoft Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 and Windows 8 operating systems l 2 Connect the meter to a wall outlet using the universal power adapter catalog number 1010003 or install four AA batteries and power on the meter Connect the USB to Serial computer cable first to the meter s RS 232 input and then to the computer s USB input After the USB to Serial computer cable is connected to the computer the computer will automatically identify the device and install the driver Once the device driver is done installing the USB to Serial computer cable can be used to transfer data from the meter to the computer using Orion Star Com computer software HyperTerminal or similar program and send remote c
28. 1 Decimal Place 0 1 2 Decimal Places 0 01 Set the resolution of the pH measurement value pH only 3 Decimal Places 0 001 Set the buffer group for automatic buffer recognition Buffer Group during pH calibrations pH only USA pH 1 68 4 01 7 00 10 01 and 12 46 buffers DIN pH 1 68 4 01 6 86 and 9 18 buffers Set the calibration due alarm off or on when the alarm is on the fixed calibration time interval is 12 hours and the alarm is triggered after 12 hours has elapsed without a calibration being performed Cal Due Alarm pH RmV and Cal Due Alarm On ORP only Buffer Group Setting Orion Star A221 pH meters are capable of automatically recognizing pH buffer values within the selected buffer set during a pH calibration During the pH calibration the meter uses the selected pH buffer set and the raw mV reading of the pH electrode in the buffer to recognize and display the buffer value at the measured temperature The raw mV reading of the pH electrode in the buffer must be within one pH unit approximately 59 mV of the buffer s theoretical mV value for the meter to recognize the buffer pH Buffer mV range pH Buffer mV range Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 23 Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Mode and Settings Menu for COND Channel Use the Mode and Settings menu to customize settings for the conductivity channel of Orion Star A222 conductivity meters Default meter settings are bold
29. 12 9 mS conductivity standard when the nominal cell constant K value of the conductivity sensor is entered in the a the temperature compensation type as linear nLFn non linear natural water or off Cal Due Alarm setup menu 011008 Orion 100 uS conductivity standard 5 x 60 mL 011007 Orion 1413 uS conductivity standard 5 x 60 mL 01100710 Orion 1413 uS conductivity standard 10 individual use pouches 011006 Orion 12 9 mS conductivity standard 5 x 60 mL 01100610 Orion 12 9 mS conductivity standard 10 individual use pouches 24 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus The nominal cell constant K values for Thermo Scientific Orion conductivity sensors compatible with Star A220 series conductivity meters are listed below Catalog ae Nominal Cell Orion 4 cell conductivity temperature sensor with 013005MD 1 5 meter 5 foot cable 1 uS cm to 200 mS cm 0 475 cm Orion 4 cell conductivity temperature sensor with a 013010MD 3 meter 10 foot cable 1 uS cm to 200 mS cm 0 475 cm Orion 4 cell conductivity temperature sensor with 4 013020MD 6 meter 20 foot cable 1 uS cm to 200 mS cm 0 475 cm Orion 4 cell conductivity temperature sensor with i 013025MD 10 meter 32 foot cable 1 uS cm to 200 mS cm 0 475 cm Orion 4 cell conductivity temperature sensor with i 013605MD 1 5 5 footimeter cable 10 uS cm to 200 mS cm 0 55 cm Orion 4 cell conductivity temperature sensor
30. CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision Channel Mode Calibration Date amp Time Probe Serial Number Calibration Point Calibration Type Calibration Concentration Value Calibration Concentration Unit Set Zero Partial Pressure Value Set Zero Partial Pressure Unit Calibration Partial Pressure Value Calibration Partial RDO Pressure Unit Solution Temperature Value Solution Temperature Unit Barometric Manual Pressure Value Barometric Pressure Unit Salinity Value Salinity Unit Calibration Slope Calibration Value Calibration Slope Unit Calibration Point Calibration Number Example A213 DO RDO X01039 3 04 CH 1 RDO 12 16 12 09 21 00 123454 1 Manual 6 9 mg l 8 2 Torr 149 6 Torr 24 3 C ATC 749 7 mmHg 0 1 ppt 1 52 Torr sat 1 1 lt CR gt Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 73 Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Meter Software Upgrade Procedure The software upgrade program for Orion Star A200 series and Orion A300 series meters has been tested with Microsoft Windows 7 XP and Vista operating systems only We are always working to update our programs however the software update program has not been tested with any other operating systems at this time All computer screen savers and power management settings should be disabled when the meter is interfaced with the computer The computer must not go into sleep standby mode while the
31. Calibration Concentration Value Calibration Concentration Unit Set Zero Calibration Current Value Set Zero Calibration Current Unit Calibration Current Value Calibration Current Unit Solution Temperature Value DO Solution Temperature Unit Membrane Temperature Value Membrane Temperature Manual Unit Calibration Pressure Value Calibration Pressure Unit Salinity Value Salinity Unit Calibration Calibration Slope Value Calibration Slope Unit Calibration Point Calibration Number Example A213 DO RDO X01039 3 04 CH 1 DO 01 03 15 16 05 41 1 Manual 12 62 mg l 0 0 nA 405 1 nA 5 0 C 5 0 C 736 1 mmHg 0 0 ppt 4 1 nA sat 1 2 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision Channel Mode Calibration Date amp Time Probe Serial Number Calibration Point Calibration Type Calibration Saturation Value Calibration Saturation Unit Set Zero Partial Pressure Value Set Zero Partial Pressure Unit Calibration Partial Pressure Value Calibration Partial Pressure Unit RDO Solution Temperature Value Solution Temperature Unit Barometric Pressure Value Air or Water Barometric Pressure Unit Salinity Value Salinity Unit Calibration Slope Value Calibration Calibration Slope Unit Calibration Point Calibration Number Example A213 DO RDO X01039 3 04 CH 1 RDO 01 03 15 16 05 41 123454 1 Auto Alr 100 0 8 2 Torr 149 6 Torr 24 3 C ATC 749 7 mmHg 0 1 ppt 1 52 Torr sat 1 1 lt
32. Current Unit Solution Temperature Value Solution Temperature Unit Membrane Temperature Value Membrane Temperature Unit Barometric Pressure Value Barometric Pressure Unit Salinity Correction Value Salinity Correction Unit Slope Value Slope Unit Method Log Example A213 DO RDO X01039 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 DO 0 3 Sat 0 03 mg L 3 4 nA 24 5 C 24 6 C 761 0 mmHg 0 0 ppt 11 800 Na S at M100 1 lt CR gt Thermo Scientific Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Measure Mode PC CSV Format Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode Concentration Value Concentration Unit Percent Saturation Value Percent Saturation Unit Current Value Current Unit Solution Temperature Value Solution Temperature Unit Membrane Temperature Value Membrane Temperature Unit DO Barometric Pressure Value Barometric Pressure Unit Salinity Correction Value Salinity mg L Correction Unit Slope Value Slope Unit Method Log Example A213 DO RDO X01039 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 DO 0 03 mg L 0 3 sat 3 4 nA 24 5 C 24 6 C 761 0 mmHg 0 0 ppt 11 800 Na Sat M100 2 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode Percent Saturation Value Percent Saturation Unit Concentration Value Concentration Unit Partial Pressure Value Part
33. GETCAL MODE lt CR gt Prints all the channel mode calibration data If no calibration is available will return gt to receive next command Example GETCAL MODE lt CR gt GETCAL MODE lt CR gt GETCAL Print calibration data for specific MODE as PH COND DO RMV RES RDO ORP SALT ISE TDS Example GETCAL PH lt CR gt GETLOG lt CR gt Prints all the logged measurement data If no data is logged will return gt to receive next command GETLOG Example GETLOG lt CR gt GETLOG START END lt CR gt Prints the data in a specified range If no data is available will return gt to receive next command Example GETLOG 10 100 lt CR gt SYSTEM lt CR gt SYSTEM Prints the Meter Model Serial Number Software Version Example 329 12345 2 53 SETRTC YY MM DD HH MMSS lt CR gt SETRTC Set the date and time in 24 hour format for the meter Example SETRTC 13 07 15 08 30 00 68 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Command Details SETMODE MODE lt CR gt Set the current channel measurement MODE as PH COND DOSAT SETMODE RMV RES DOCON ORP SALT ISE TDS Example SETMODE PH lt CR gt GETMODE CHANNEL lt CR gt GETMODE Print the channel measurement mode Example GETMODE 1 SETCSY SETCSV uid Set printing format to CSV SETKEYLOCK NUMBER lt CR gt SETKEYLOCK To disable the key pad Number 0 To enable the key pad Numb
34. Value Cell Constant Unit Method Log Example A212 Cond X01038 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 TDS 460 ppm 1975 uS 25 0 C 2 1 C 25 0 C 0 4750 cm M100 2 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode Salinity Value Salinity Unit Conductance Value Conductance Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit Salinity Type Reference Temperature Value Reference Temperature Unit Cell Constant Value Cell Constant Unit Method Log Example A212 Cond X01038 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 SALT 0 5112 osu 1973 120 uS 25 0 C Practical Salinity 15 0 C 0 4750 cm M100 3 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode Resistivity Value Resistivity Unit Conductance Value Conductance Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit Temperature Coefficient Value Temperature Coefficient Unit Reference Temperature Value Reference Temperature Unit Cell Constant Value Cell Constant Unit Method Log Example A212 Cond X01038 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 RES 1068 Ohm cm 1982 uS 25 0 C 2 1 C 25 0 C 0 4750 cm M100 4 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode Percent Saturation Value Percent Saturation Unit Concentration Value Concentration Unit Current Value
35. able Meter User Manual 45 Chapter 5 Using the Conductivity Channel Conductivity Meter Verification Procedure Use the Orion Star series conductivity meter verification kit Catalog Number 1010001 to verify the accuracy of the conductivity measurements on Orion Star A222 conductivity meters The measured conductivity value of each resistor should fall within the relative accuracy of the resistor 0 1 of the actual resistor conductance plus the relative accuracy of the meter 40 5 of reading 1 digit for readings greater than 3 uS cm or 0 5 of reading 0 01uS cm for readings less than or equal to 3 uS cm Ensure that the conductivity resistor kit is certified and has a valid calibration date In the measurement mode press the f1 cal key Press the f2 cell K key Press the f3 edit key to access the popup number entry screen and enter a cell constant value of 1 0000 a Pressthep q t oru key to highlight a number or decimal point press the f3 enter key to select the highlighted item and repeat until the desired value is shown at the top of the screen b Press the f2 done key to save the value and exit the number entry screen c Press the f2 accept key to accept the entered cell constant value 5 The meter will automatically proceed to the measurement mode and Cell Constant 1 0000 will be shown on the display 6 Connecta resistor to the meter press the measure esc key to start the measurement wait for the
36. am onto the computer If any security warning messages appear select the run software option G Star ADK 2 fi 0 Softw re Up grade x64 7 riaj nya Welcome to the Star A200 300 Software Upgrade x64 La Setup Wizard gl That antes wall gade you theough lhe shops nequred to install Star ALO 300 Solttware Upgrade hA On war Gorigater WARNING This computer program ts protected by cop aight lew and internamonal rentes Wnawthorited daplioaien of diin of thes Pog ram Of Sry pora Of ery nesult in Soran nal of criminal pennies end will be prosecuted to the maximum extent possible under the law Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 75 Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates 8 After successful installation of the setup program a new StarA200 300SoftwareUpgrade icon will appear on the computer s desktop Double click the icon to launch the program WB ORION A200 amp A300 Series bootloader v0 21 e ORION A200 and A300 Series Firmware Upgrade Thermo SCIENTIFIC Press Nextto Proceed en 9 Follow all prompts including reviewing and accepting the licensing agreement to start the software update If any security warning messages appear select the run software option 10 Set the interface parameters for running the software update program a When using the USB to Serial computer cable select Serial as the connection method enter the COM port location viewable in Devi
37. ances immediately from the meter or module using the proper cleaning procedure for that spill type Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 17 Meter Setup Menus Main Setup Menu The main setup menu of the Orion Star A220 series meters contains menus for measurement settings instrument settings calibration and data logs and meter diagnostics in one location General Setup Menu Navigation 1 Inthe measurement mode press the setup key to access the main setup menu 2 Pressthep q t oru key to scroll through and highlight a setup menu icon and press the f3 Select key to access the submenus for the selected menu 3 Press the p orq key to scroll and highlight a submenu option and press the f3 select key to access the parameters for the selected submenu 4 Perform the appropriate actions to set the parameters and settings in the selected menu a To selecta value from a list of options press the p orq key to highlight the desired value and then press the f3 select key to set the value b To enter a numeric value use the popup number entry screen i Press the f3 edit key to open the number entry screen ILo ll Pressthep q t oru key to highlight a number BIEI decimal point or negative sign and then press the f3 LJE enter key to select the highlighted item Repeat until the desired value is shown at the top of the screen Led berd be lil Press the f2 done key to save the value and exit the number entry scre
38. anually enter the pH buffer value i Pressthep q t oru key to highlighta number or decimal point press the f3 enter key to select the highlighted item and repeat until the desired value is shown atthe top of the screen ll Press the f2 done key to save the value and exit the number entry screen ill Press the f2 accept key to accept the manually entered value 5 Press the f2 next key to proceed to the next pH buffer and repeat steps 2 through 4 or press the f3 cal done key to save and end the calibration If five buffers are used the calibration will save and end once the fifth value is accepted a When performing a one point calibration press the f2 accept key to accept the displayed slope value or press the f3 edit key use the popup number entry screen to enter a new Slope value press the f2 done key and then press the f2 accept key 6 The meter will display the calibration summary including the slope and export the data to the calibration log Press the fl meas key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 print key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 37 Chapter 4 Using the pH Channel Testing a pH Electrode for Automatic Buffer Recognition Use the following procedure to verify that the raw mV reading of the pH electrode is within one pH unit 59 mV from the theoretical mV reading of the pH buffer and there
39. applicables aux appareils numeriques de la class A prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des Communications du Canada WEEE Compliance This product is required to comply with the European Union s Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC It is marked with the symbol shown here A Further information on compliance with these directives the recyclers in your country and information on Thermo Scientific Orion products that may assist the detection of substances subject to the RoHS Directive are available by contact us using the Water and Laboratory Products WLP information on the back page of this manual Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 81 Chapter 8 Customer Services Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc Address Ayer Rajah Crescent Blk 55 04 16 24 Singapore 139949 Singapore Hereby declares that the following products Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 series portable meters are rated 100 to 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 0 5A Portable Meter Models Orion Star A221 pH Meter Orion Star A222 Conductivity Meter Orion Star A223 RDO DO Meter Equipment Class Measurement control and laboratory Orion Star A series meters are EMC Class A Conforms with the following directives and standards EN61326 1 2013 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive Electrical equipment for measurement
40. ard sided field case Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 87 Chapter 8 Customer Services Meter Accessories Electrodes and Solutions Cato Deseton 1000 STARA Star A210 Star A220 and Star A220 series meter 1Q OQ installation qualification operation qualification documentation valid for all listed meter configurations sensor holder adjustable hand strap and built in stand 8107U WMMD ROSS Ultra Triode epoxy body gel filled pH ATC electrode BNC amp MiniDIN connectors 3m cable 810199 ROSS All in One pH buffer and storage solution kit includes pH 4 7 10 buffers ROSS storage solution pH electrode cleaning solution pH electrode storage bottle 88 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 8 Customer Services Cat No Description 013005MD Orion DuraP robe 4 cell K 0 475 conductivity temperature sensor MiniDIN connector 013010MD Orion DuraP robe 4 cell K 0 475 cond temp sensor MiniDIN connector 3m cable 013020MD Orion DuraP robe 4 cell K 0 475 cond temp sensor MiniDIN connector 6m cable 013016MD Orion pure water 2 cell K 0 1 conductivity temperature sensor MiniDIN connector 018020MD Orion high range 2 cell conductivity sensor K 10 MiniDIN connector Visit www thermoscientific com water for a complete listing of all available Thermo Scientific Orion meters electrodes solutions and accessories Thermo Scientific Orio
41. ation process Use the Thermo Scientific Orion ORP standard Catalog Number 967901 or 967961 or other ORP standard as desired Prepare the electrode according to the instructions in the electrode manual Connect all electrodes to be used to the appropriate meter inputs Make sure the meter measurement mode is set to RmV 1 Press the f1 cal key to start the calibration 2 Rinse the electrode and any other electrodes in use with distilled water blot gently with a lint free tissue to remove excess water and place into the standard 3 When the electrode and standard are ready press the f3 start Key 4 Waitfor the mV value on the meter to stabilize indicated by the flashing stabilizing or Solid ready icon and perform one of the following actions a Press the f2 accept key to accept the mV value or b Press the f3 edit key to access the popup number entry screen and manually enter the mV value expected at the measured temperature ii Pressthep q t oru key to highlight a number decimal point or negative sign press the f3 enter key to select the highlighted item and repeat until the desired value is shown at the top of the screen ll Press the f2 done key to save the value and exit the number entry screen lil Press the f2 accept key to accept the manually entered value 5 The meter will display the calibration summary including the mV offset and export the data to the calibration log Press the f1 meas key t
42. ce Manager under Ports and enter the Current meter baud rate default setting is 9600 ORION A200 amp A300 Series bootloader v0 21 304 1 Choose connection method Serial 2 Attach meter to PC 3 Click Upgrade Firmware Upgrade Firmware b When using the USB computer cable the software update will detect the USB connection USB driver must be installed prior to launching the software update 76 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Note If the following message is shown and the USB cable is being used turn the power to the meter off by unplugging the power adapter and or remove batteries disconnect the USB cable close the software update and retry this procedure using the RS232 cable Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates 11 Click the Upgrade Firmware button Wait while the update is installed on the meter a Warning The software update must not be interrupted once the Update Firmware button is clicked Interrupting the software update may corrupt the meter and cause it to not power on correctly Se te ee W ORION A200 amp A300 Series boot S l Chad tarmichon method 2 Atach mabi to PL J Chek Upgrace Faniwate Hating in ciinei 5 1500T FLAGS Bihis loading booktap boarding 12 The update will take approximately 15 minutes Once the software update is complete the dialog box will show Done Choose connachon
43. cm Standard uS cm 776 81 83 0 65 10 7 135 54 1 66 84 7 344 799 56 2 68 59 7 555 822 86 58 3 70 35 7 168 846 88 59 4 12 12 7 983 870 91 61 5 73 91 8 200 894 93 63 6 15 10 8 418 918 96 64 7 11 50 8 638 943 98 66 8 19 32 8 860 968 101 68 9 81 15 9 084 992 103 70 10 82 98 9 309 1017 106 72 11 84 83 9538 1043 108 73 12 86 69 9 763 1068 111 15 13 88 56 9 995 1094 114 171 14 90 45 10 22 1119 116 19 15 92 34 10 46 1145 119 81 16 94 24 10 69 1171 122 83 17 96 15 10 93 1198 125 85 18 98 08 11 16 1224 127 87 19 100 0 11 40 1251 130 88 20 102 0 11 64 1277 133 90 21 103 9 11 88 1304 136 92 22 105 9 12 12 1331 138 94 23 HOU 12 36 1358 141 96 24 109 9 12 61 1386 144 98 25 111 9 12 85 1413 147 100 26 113 9 13 10 1441 150 102 27 115 9 1335 1468 153 104 28 117 9 13 59 1496 156 106 29 120 0 13 84 1524 159 108 30 122 0 14 09 1552 161 110 31 124 1 14 34 1580 164 112 32 126 2 14 59 1608 167 114 33 128 3 14 85 1636 170 117 34 130 4 15 10 1665 173 119 35 132 5 15 35 1693 176 171 36 134 6 15 61 1722 179 123 37 136 7 15 86 1751 182 125 38 138 9 16 12 1780 185 127 39 141 0 1637 1808 188 129 40 143 2 16 63 1837 191 131 41 145 4 16 89 1866 194 134 42 147 6 17 15 1896 197 136 43 149 8 17 40 1925 200 138 44 152 0 17 66 1954 203 140 45 154 2 17 92 1983 206 142 46 156 4 18 18 2013 209 145 47 158 7 18 44 2042 212 147 48 160 9 18 70 2071 215 149 49 163 2 18 96 2101 219 151 50 165 4 19 22 2130 222 154 Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Port
44. cta ees eonasinaioaish aaivnahaaasiaataiss a a 79 Meter Factory Reset Procedure s ssrscsnrcissnnesetsatinannantacetnenvaantanetesnteniinintanenganneniansasaniaenis 80 Meter User Reset ProcedUrEcnunscama aae 80 ORGS ORCCOMA NC annama A O 81 WERE COMPA CC a choi accede cael ces siaondaiisb ec waytudaen abt tees namndaak nanna cua agen asave dais aaa Peas masdeaanaeaaaaies 81 Declaration of CONNTO TIMI riaa tcalcinatlnsscote ueda gveuannng an ean adsaaceatigantanantaeets at satarsaent 82 Meter SpecihcallohS shasta i tytn noah a ARGUA hag nv 83 Ofer siala e Waite siitchils aemerrreeenarenearre cee trae met tant eer an Urine ne a re ee er eee ener 87 Meter Accessories Electrodes and Solutions cccccccccsccsrsccsrsccsrsscssescsrscsescssesenresenresens 88 Meter Introduction Meter Overview Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 series portable meters are ready to tackle challenging environments and outdoor testing with a large easy to read backlit display and rugged IP 67 rated waterproof meter housing The meter s informative graphic display with onscreen calibration and setup instructions allows for intuitive user friendly operation with minimum training A comprehensive keypad with menu specific function keys and useful shortcut keys facilitates fast and efficient meter navigation and control The multilanguage user interface allows customization of the meter in a variety of local languages with new languages available through software updat
45. d Cell Constant Entry Calibration Procedure When using the cell constant entry calibration procedure enter the certified cell constant K value that Is printed on the conductivity sensor cable or certificate of calibration 1 Press the f1 cal key to start the calibration 2 Press the f2 cell K key 3 Wait for the conductivity value on the meter to stabilize and then press the f3 edit key to access the popup number entry screen and enter the certified cell constant value a Pressthep q t oru key to highlight a number or decimal point press the f3 enter key to select the highlighted item and repeat until the desired value is shown at the top of the screen b Press the f2 done key to save the value and exit the number entry screen c Press the f2 accept key to accept the entered cell constant value 4 Press the f2 accept key to save and end the calibration and export the data to the calibration log The meter will automatically proceed to the measurement mode 5 The conductivity measurement system is now calibrated Verify the calibration by reading a known conductivity standard or according to your SOP 44 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 5 Using the Conductivity Channel Conductivity Standards vs Temperature Table Temperature Orion 111 9mS Orion 12 9mS Orion 1413S Orion 147uS Orion 100uS C Standard mS cm Standard mS cm Standard uS cm Standard uS
46. e Catalog Number 810017 a dissolved oxygen sensor in its calibration sleeve 10 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 2 Meter Basics Orion Star A Series Portable Meter Field Case The hard sided portable meter field case is designed to hold the Orion Star A220 series portable meter with or without electrodes connected electrodes and sensors calibration and maintenance solutions extra batteries and additional accessories all in one convenient location for easy portability in the field The door can be easily detached for easier cable wrapping and then reattached to provide additional protection for the electrodes Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 11 Chapter 2 Meter Basics Meter Connections The following diagram depicts all the possible meter connections available on the Orion Star A220 series portable meters Some Orion Star A220 series portable meters will have fewer connections depending on the meter s measurement capabilities Power Connect the universal power adapter catalog number 1010003 to power the meter Connect the USB cable for bi directional data transfer and us communication via USB to a printer or computer nil ANA LaO ENES MEIE Connect the RS232 cable for bi directional data transfer and noes communication via RS 232 to a printer or computer Aa AAL EENE EEE Connecta pH or ORP redox electrode with BNC connector Star A221 meters
47. e erased Data log and calibration log are retained Self Test Tests the meter accuracy A self test is also performed automatically by the meter at each power up Stability Test Tests the stability of an electrode by measuring the raw input reading per minute drift and noise About Meter Displays the meter model serial number and software revision Meter Self Test Procedure In the measurement mode press the setup key Press thep q t oru key to highlight Diagnostics and press the f3 Select key Press the p orq key to highlight Self Test and press the f2 Select key FW N FF Disconnect all electrodes and sensors from the meter attach the BNC shorting cap to the BNC input if applicable and press the f2 yes key 5 Press the f2 yes key to start the self test 6 The meter will perform the self test Once Self Test Passed is displayed press the f1 esc key and the meter will automatically proceed to the measurement mode Meter Verification Procedure pH Channel Only 1 After completing the self test the meter will return to the measurement mode Keep all of the electrodes and sensors disconnected from the meter and keep the BNC shorting cap attached to the BNC input on the meter 2 Setthe measurement mode to pH The meter should read a steady 7 000 pH 0 002 pH a Ifthe meter does not read a steady 7 000 0 002 perform a one point pH calibration with the BNC shorting cap attached to the BNC input Set th
48. e pH value to 7 000 and the Slope value to 100 0 Refer to the pH Calibration section for detailed instructions 3 Setthe measurement mode to mV The meter should read a steady 0 0 mV 0 2 mV a Ifthe meter does not read a steady 0 0 mV 0 2 mV with the BNC shorting cap attached to the BNC input contact Technical Support 34 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Electrode Stability Test Procedure l 2 3 4 In the measurement mode press the setup key Pressthep q t oru key to highlight Diagnostics and press the f3 select key Press the p orq key to highlight Stability Test and press the f2 select key Press the p orq key to highlight pH Channel Conductivity Channel or DO R DO Channel and press the f2 next key Make sure the electrode or sensor to be tested is connected to the channel selected in the previous step and press the f2 yes key Place the electrode or sensor in an appropriate solution with a stable temperature and press the f2 yes key a Thermo Scientific Orion pH 7 00 buffer Catalog Number 910107 910760 or 910710 is recommended for testing a pH electrode b Thermo Scientific Orion ORP standard Catalog Number 967901 or 967961 is recommended for testing an ORP electrode c Thermo Scientific Orion 1413 uS conductivity standard Catalog Number 011007 or 01100710 is recommended for testing most conductivity se
49. easurement will be exported to the data log b Continuous The flashing Stabilizing icon will update to the solid Ready icon when the measurement Is stable If the data log function is enabled press the log print Key to export the measurement to the data log Remove the electrodes from the sample rinse with distilled water or appropriate solution blot gently with a lint free tissue to remove excess water and place into the next sample Repeat steps 2 through 4 for all samples When all samples have been measured store the electrodes according to the instructions in the electrode manuals Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 41 Using the Conductivity Channel Use the Orion Star A222 conductivity meter to measure conductivity salinity TDS resistivity and temperature The following chapter provides instructions on connecting sensors calibrating the system and measuring these parameters Meter and Sensor Preparation 1 Familiarize yourself with general meter operation and prepare the meter and accessories according to the instructions in Chapter 2 Meter Basics Refer to the instructions in Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus to customize measurement and calibration settings within the COND Channel setup menu and data transfer data log date and time language sounds display contrast and auto shutoff settings within the Instrument Settings setup menu Connect all necessary electrodes probes and sensors to the appr
50. en 5 Press the fl back key to navigate out of a menu and press the measure esc key to return to the measurement mode at any time 18 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Main Setup Menu Icons and Descriptions Use the pH Channel menu to customize measurement calibration and alarm settings for pH mV RmV relative Star A221 pH meter Channel mV ORP and temperature ty Use the COND Channel menu to customize measurement calibration and alarm settings for Star A222 conductivity meter Q conductivity salinity TDS resistivity and temperature Use the DO RDO Channel menu to customize measurement calibration and alarm settings for Star A223 RDO DO meter O dissolved oxygen and temperature Use the Instrument Settings menu to update meter ov settings for data transfer data log date and time language sounds stirrer speed display contrast auto shutoff user ID and sample ID Access the View Log menu to view export or clear saved data in the data log and view or print the ten most All Star A220 series meters recent calibrations per channel in the calibration log All Star A220 series meters Settings Access the Diagnostics menu to initiate a meter reset D perform a meter self test test electrode stability or view All Star A220 series meters Diagnostics the meter serial number and software revision Example Main Setup Menu Displays
51. ensor and calibration sleeve are ready press the f3 start key Wait for the dissolved oxygen value on the meter to stabilize a With a polarographic DO sensor 102 3 will be displayed when the reading stabilizes b With an RDO optical DO sensor 100 0 will be displayed when the reading stabilizes Press the f2 cal done key to save and end the calibration The meter will display the calibration summary and export the data to the calibration log Press the f1 meas key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 print key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer Water Air Saturated Water Calibration ii 2 3 Press the f1 cal key to start the calibration Press the p orq key to highlight Water and press the f3 select key Prepare the DO sensor and 100 air saturated water and allow them to reach equilibrium a Use plastic paraffin film to seal the open area between the DO sensor and vessel containing the 100 air saturated water When the DO sensor and calibration apparatus are ready press the f3 start key Wait for the dissolved oxygen value on the meter to stabilize a 100 0 will be displayed when the reading stabilizes Press the f2 cal done key to save and end the calibration The meter will display the calibration summary and export the data to the calibration log Press the f1 meas key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 print key to export the calibration data to a
52. enu dicinaptaronsenrinsisuniraineuonnsidinnsriuitetarneberearnasrandrmencleennadrooniswiaten 22 TAISEN ST yest ae tance beet brn neonate cance ina 29 Instrument Settings Setup MANU ccssscssscssscssssssssssssssssssserssesssssersssrsssessssessssesssessseterseteess 31 Eo S EE A AE eect E E ais ane E E E E A ES 32 Dell Hol Peete errr rn ere tT E E E E 32 CAlDraton LOO unmaiiaman tenet aiinaaneiiediamenninherhteaniaoartoe a naide 33 OINI ME U asea E E NE NE 34 Meter Self Test Procedure s s sssssssssresrsrrsnnsnsnnnrnrnsnnrnnrnnnnrnnnrnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnrnrnnnnresnrennnsrnrenns 34 Electrode Stability Test Procedure sscssssesssserssssersssssersssseressesesersesssersesererseserersases 35 Ca Dlel Piian NNN ONTO 36 USING m OH Channel siseses aana aaaea aaa aTa 36 Meter and Electrode Preparation saisiccnisivercimnnvineaivoncnatierairinaitarinalebroenteendomatnoresiantiaer cpt 36 D CAET U ai E rme eh Ma 37 Testing a pH Electrode for Automatic Buffer Recognition sssrin 38 ORP Calibration Procedure Relative MV Mode s ss ssssessssrsrnsrsrnsrnrnnrnrnnrnnrnnnnrnsrnrnnrnrnsrnresrerenns 39 ORP Calibration Procedure Ep UNS cnsmscienenphesteninviremenieine aiticenitutrsionvereniatedysvinaarveutindnind 40 Measurement Procedure ccrsstctnnotirnanveaciite nae qoneastertaanriearastscintatantiarnsnetoniedarierktadttaaatoartatrniaintonc 41 Chapter Sinmonainipn aa 42 Using the Conductivity Channel ssssscsssscssscssecssecsrsecsssecsesecsesecsesevseseesesee
53. er 1 Meter Measurement Data from GETMEAS Command Measure PC CSV Format OH mV RmV ORP Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode pH Value pH Unit mV Value mV Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit Slope Value Slope Unit Method Log Example A211 pH X01036 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 pH 7 000 pH 0 0 mV 25 0 C 98 1 M100 1 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode mV Value mV Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit Method Log Example A211 pH X01036 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 mV 0 0 mV 25 0 C M100 2 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode Relative mV Value Relative mV Unit Offset mV Value Offset mV Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit Method Log Example A211 pH X01036 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 RmV 0 0 RmV 0 0 mV 25 0 C M100 3 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode ORP Value ORP Unit mV Value mV Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit Method Log Example A211 pH X01036 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 ORP 0 0 mV 0 0 mV 25 0 C M100 4 lt CR gt Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual
54. erature probe to the 8 pin MiniDIN meter input c Connect a reference half cell electrode to the pin tip meter input for use when a half cell sensing electrode with BNC connector is used Prepare all connected electrodes for use as instructed in the electrode manuals 36 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 4 Using the pH Channel pH Calibration Procedure Orion Star A221 pH meters can perform a pH calibration using one to five pH buffers with easy to follow onscreen instructions to assist with the calibration process Always use fresh pH buffers and select buffers that bracket the sample pH and are one to three OH units apart Prepare the pH electrode according to the instructions in the electrode manual Connect all electrodes to be used to the appropriate meter inputs Make sure the meter measurement mode Is set to pH 1 Press the f1 cal key to start the calibration 2 Rinse the pH electrode and any other electrodes in use with distilled water blot gently with a lint free tissue to remove excess water and place into the pH buffer 3 When the electrode and buffer are ready press the f3 start key 4 Wait for the pH value on the meter to stabilize and perform one of the following actions a Press the f2 accept key to accept the pH buffer value determined by the automatic buffer recognition function or b Press the f3 edit key to access the popup number entry screen and m
55. eries Portable Meter User Manual Data Transfer Examples 5 Point pH Calibration CSV Format HyperTerminal View a ype ae J Eile Edit Wew Call Transfer Help D 5 0 f pH 290 5 e 25 0 0 2 4 01 A 11 pH ono 3 04 ee PH 1 03 15 12 52 00 5 1 2 00 pH a 5 0 0 9 7 AO pH 0 8 aV 29 0 6 6 10 04 oll 179 50 95 0 6 5 12 00 sll 7289 7 AV 25 0 0 97 7 ob 5 497 7 98 4 1 6 0 0 0 mV 0 0 m 1 3 nV Connected KORIZ Auto detect 00 8 N 1 HUM Capture Print echo SCROLL CAPS pH Measurement CSV Format HyperTerminal View File Edit Yew Call Transter Heip oe es 85 F oo A211 pH HO1096 3 04 ABCDE 017 03 15 19 03 07 SAMPLE CH 1 pH 7 000 pH 0 0 mV 25 0 C 98 1 4100 H9 i Connected 0021 Autodetect 96008 N 1 SCROLL CAPS NUM Capture Prntecho Thermo Scientific Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Thermo Scientific c 2011 211 pH eter 3 N x01036 SW Rev 3 04 Calibration Report PH 12 27 14 16 43 00 Point 1 gt H 2 00 pH W 290 5 mV Temperature 23 0 C Point 2 H 4 01 pH nV 174 3 mV Temperature 25 0 C Point 3 H 7 00 pH nW 0 0 mV Temperature 29 0 C Point 4 H 10 01 pH W 173 6 mW Temperature 23 0 C Point 5 H 12 00 pH W 289 4 mV Temperature 23 0 C Slopel 97 7 Slope2 98 5 Slope 97 2 4 Slope4 98 4 ml 1 35 mV 2 0 0 mv ia 0 0 mV i4 1 7 mV verage Slope 98 0 Calibration 3 Operator Signature
56. es Measurements can be taken quickly and reliably with the onscreen reading stability indicator and selectable read modes Auto Read or continuous with hold function The data log collects up to 1000 measurement sets with time and date stamp and the non volatile meter memory preserves all data even with the loss of power Use Thermo Scientific Orion Star Com software to facilitate data transfer from the meter to a computer via USB or RS232 export data to an Excel spreadsheet or comma separated value file csv and print data to a network or local printer Power the meter using the included four AA batteries or add an optional universal power adapter to save battery life when using the meter the lab Utilize the durable meter armor with electrode holders adjustable hand strap and built in stand for on the go portability and use the field carrying case to store all required testing equipment in one easy to transport package 6 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 1 Meter Introduction Orion Star A221 pH Portable Meter Measure pH mV relative mV or ORP with temperature Orion Star A222 Conductivity Meter Measure conductivity TDS salinity or resistivity with temperature Orion Star A223 RDO DO Meter Measure dissolved oxygen as saturation or concentration with temperature using either RDO optical or polarographic DO sensors Packing List Orion Star A220 series portable meters incl
57. ew Menu Use the Log View menu to access the data log and calibration log All information in the data and calibration logs is protected by the meter s nonvolatile memory so stored information Is saved in the meter even when itis not connected to a power supply Data Log Orion Star A220 series portable meters offer a 1000 point data log Each point includes the actively displayed measurements depending on the meter model and display configuration with date and time stamp When the data log function is turned on the read type selected for each displayed channel Auto Read or Continuous determines how the point is saved to the data log In the measurement mode press the setup key Press thep q t oru key to highlight View Log and press the f3 select Key Press the p orq key to highlight Data Log and press the f2 select Key The meter will display a list of the data log points The list shows the sequential number of the points and the data and time the point was saved To view measurement information for an individual point a Press the p orq key to highlight a point and then press the f2 Select key b Press the fl back key to return to the list of data log points To export the data log to a printer or computer a Press the f3 options key press the p orq key to highlight Log Export and then press the f2 accept key b Press the p orq key to highlight Today Last 10 Range or All and then press the f2 accept key
58. fic Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Computer Compatibility and Requirements The Orion Star A220 series meters can send measurements and calibration data to a computer in a comma delimited format that is easy to parse in computer programs like Excel The baud rate of Orion Star A220 series meters can be set to 1200 2400 4800 9600 19200 or 38400 The fixed meter settings are Number of Data Bits 8 Stop Bits l Parity None Flow Control XON XOFF The meter will send measurements and calibration data to the computer if the printer option is turned on in the setup menu Alternatively measurements and calibration data can be sent to the data log and calibration log From the data log and calibration log the operator can chose to print a single data log point a range of data log points or the entire data log The computer must be up to date with the latest Windows updates installed and have NET framework version 4 0 with the latest updates All computer screen savers and power management settings should be disabled when the meter is interfaced with the computer The computer should not go into sleep standby mode while the meter is transferring data Laptop computers should be plugged into a power supply running on battery power is not recommended Three computer cables can be used to interface the Orion Star A220 series portable meters with a computer the Orion Star series USB to Serial computer cable Cat No 101
59. fore verify that the OH electrode in use is capable of performing automatic buffer recognition k Prepare the pH electrode according to the electrode manual Set the meter measurement mode to mV Rinse the pH electrode with distilled water blot it dry with a lint free tissue and place the OH electrode into a pH 4 01 buffer at approximately 25 C Wait for the measurement to stabilize and record the mV value of the pH 4 01 buffer when the measurement is stable Remove the pH electrode from the pH 4 01 buffer Rinse the pH electrode with distilled water blot it dry with a lint free tissue and place the OH electrode into a pH 7 00 buffer at approximately 25 C Wait for the measurement to stabilize and record the mV value of the pH 7 00 buffer when the measurement is stable The mV reading of the pH electrode in pH 4 buffer should be 117 to 236 mV and in pH 7 buffer should be 59 to 59 mV If the mV readings are in the correct ranges the pH electrode is capable of performing automatic buffer recognition If the mV readings are not in the correct ranges manually enter the pH buffer values during a pH calibration 38 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 4 Using the pH Channel ORP Calibration Procedure Relative mV Mode Orion Star A221 pH meters can perform an ORP calibration in the relative mV RmV mode using one standard with easy to follow onscreen instructions to assist with the calibr
60. hannel and press the f2 select key a IfpH Channel is selected press the p orq key to highlight pH RmV or ORP and press the f2 select key b If Conductivity Channel is selected press the p orq key to highlight Conductivity Resistivity TDS or Salinity and press the f2 select key c IfDO RDO Channel is selected press the p orq key to highlight DO or RDO and press the f2 select key The meter will display a list of calibrations for the selected channel and calibration mode The list chows the sequential number of the calibration log and the data and time the calibration was completed To view detailed information for an individual calibration press the p orq key to highlight a calibration and then press the f2 select key a To exportthe calibration to a printer or computer press the f2 print key fe ton Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 33 Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Diagnostics Menu Use the Diagnostics Menu to initiate a meter reset test electrode stability perform a meter self test or view meter and module serial numbers and software revisions Factory Reset All meter settings are reset to factory defaults Data log calibration log and methods are deleted Use the default meter password of 111111 to complete the reset User Reset All channel specific measurement calibration and alarm settings as well as all instrument settings are reset to factory defaults and methods ar
61. he AR Icon stops blinking and the measurement is locked on the display until the measure esc Key is pressed again o When enabled the stable measurement is automatically saved to the data log and exported to a printer or computer Continuous Measurement values are continuously updated on the display and the Stabilizing or Ready icon indicates the measurement stability status o When enabled press the log print key to save a measurement to the data log and export it to a printer or computer Calibration Due Alarm Setting The calibration due alarm allows the operator to set an alarm that is triggered when a calibration is not performed within 12 hours Turn on the alarm beep setting in the Instrument Settings menu to enable an audible beep when the alarm is triggered 22 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Mode and Settings Menu for pH Channel Use the Mode and Settings menu to customize settings for the pH channel of Orion Star A221 pH meters Default meter settings are bold Parameter Senge De at Set the displayed measurement mode the selected Measure Mode RMV mode determines which additional settings are shown ae and the type of calibration the meter will perform Set the read type to determine how the meter takes a R Auto ead Type Continuous measurement and when the measurement Is sent to eae the data log and or external device Pacoliton
62. highlight Temperature and press the f3 select key Press the p orq key to highlight Temperature Unit and press the f3 select Key Press the p orq key to highlight Celsius or Fahrenheit and press the f3 select Key os oF e Press the measure esc key to return to the measurement mode Temperature Calibration When using Orion Star A220 series portable meters a temperature calibration can be performed on an ATC probe conductivity sensor with built in temperature or polarographic dissolved oxygen sensor with built in temperature when the probe or sensor is connected to the meter Use the temperature calibration function only when necessary since the meter has a relative temperature accuracy of 0 1 C and ATC probes have varying accuracies usually 0 5 C to 2 C Since the temperature offset calculated during the calibration is applied to all future temperature measurements recalibrate the temperature if a different ATC probe is used 1 In the measurement mode press the setup Key 2 Pressthep q t oru key to highlight pH Channel COND Channel or DO RDO Channel and press the f3 Select key 3 Press the p orq key to highlight Temperature and press the f3 select key 4 Press the p orq key to highlight Temperature Calibration and press the f3 Select key 5 Press the p orq key to highlight ATC and press the f3 select key a If using the Star A223 meter press the p orq key to highlight Solution Temperature Membrane Temperat
63. ial Pressure Unit Solution Temperature Value Solution Temperature Unit Barometric Pressure Value Barometric Pressure Unit RDO Salinity Correction Value Salinity Correction Unit Slope Value Slope Unit Method Log Saturation HE Example A213 DO RDO X01039 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 RDO 100 0 Sat 8 40 mg L 138 5 Torr 24 0 C 761 0 mmHg 0 0 ppt 1 383 Torr Sat M100 3 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID Channel Mode Concentration Value Concentration Unit Percent Saturation Value Percent Saturation Unit Partial Pressure Value Partial Pressure Unit Solution Temperature Value Solution Temperature Unit Barometric Pressure Value Barometric RDO Pressure Unit Salinity Correction Value Salinity Correction Unit Slope Value Slope Unit mg L Method Log Example A213 DO RDO X01039 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 RDO 8 40 mg L 100 0 sat 138 5 Torr 24 0 C 761 0 mmHg 0 0 ppt 1 383 Torr Sat M100 4 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision User ID Date amp Time Sample ID followed by measurement data for each channel as shown above Multi Example Channel A215 pH Cond X01040 3 04 ABCDE 01 03 15 16 05 41 SAMPLE CH 1 pH 7 000 pH 0 0 mV 25 0 C 98 1 M100 CH 2 COND 936 41 uS cm 1977 59 uS 25 0 C 2 1 C 25 0 C 0 4750 cm M200 1 lt CR gt
64. ices oa Modems gt Monitors o Network adapters YF Ports COM amp LPT FF ECP Printer Port LPT1 TP Prolite USB to Senal Comm Port COMB gt D Processors gt Smart card readers E SOUnG vidig and game controllers lt gt Storage controllers k b i System devces i i Universal Serial Bus controllers 5 The meter is now able to transfer data to the computer using the Virtual COM port and Orion Star Com computer software HyperTerminal or similar program Note If the computer does not automatically install the device driver open the computer s Device Manager tool expand the Other Decelves option double click the device and manually install the driver The drivers for some RS 232 to USB to adapters may need to be downloaded from the manufacturer s website For example when using a Tripp Lite adapter go to ntto www tripplite com support downloads enter the model number of the adapter i e U209 000 R and select the appropriate driver for the computer operating system file ction arn Help i PTE E E CA IT Client Manager r12 Video Capture Adapter Intel R HO Graphics 4000 NVIDIA NYS 5200M gt gif DVDACD ROM drives Os Human Interface Devices Keyboar F Mice and other pointing devices a Modems 1 Monitors gt A Network adapters a p Other devices Up USB Serial Controlter 4 Ports COM amp LPT U ECP Printer Port LETI Processors ate Smart card readers 5 Sound video and game conirollens
65. ico m Hee m a H oS A imi i eo be eH 7 oe oO C fae Peart es i ai m i pr FSG iii i oe La ED H TID T AN biia nji bimi na mbi pr Pih a has ks b M irh Fri baj pi DN kiki Triin pH i ra EEI H PUT i ee ed i a wa Hia T hiii 2 peo iH P Fi be ai TE oi i ay ee ES a E m EE H TiD al ARH i H Hi a ET a zl 7 kikis Th bel i ee Piel LEDT ph PE i hii TUAH 8 Laas EFN pe wc pide Ob E Ti PH im LET BASTA EVID H EH rH F LET pi JE di E hie FEI Be ee m BELI gpn TITL H DETH i HHTH Fu LEE a MDT m EICO H FN MrH EI shi TNC hA Arr b l leh g hen ain Pami knara Fi WETS Emai Reed i 8 001 25 0 C MAN Be Uema Lirias pH Sew eet i iia iampgipn king eal imn meri iN kg Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 65 Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Meter Interfacing with Other Computer Programs If using the meter USB port to connect with the computer the Orion Star A200 A300 series USB driver software virtual COM port must be installed on the computer and the meter should be updated to software revision 3 04 or higher l Power on the meter and connect the meter to the computer using the appropriate computer interface cable Open a computer communication program that uses COM ports Programs such as Terminal and HyperTerminal apply Select the correct Virtual COM Port and connect The following examples are from HyperTerminal F lebrau fy D Manager Ede dete ew
66. inter Indicates when a measurement Is recorded in the data log Ed B o EO Shown when an alarm is set and the alarm is triggered Indicates the RS232 port is selected for printer or computer interfacing oa Indicates the USB portis selected for printer or computer interfacing 25 0 Displays the active temperature measurement and indicates the source as an S ATC ATC temperature sensor ATC or manually entered temperature value MAN HOLD Shown when the hold key is pressed and displayed measurements are frozen press the hold key a second time to release the hold function d Indicates a calibration has been successfully completed flashes when the calibration alarm is set and the alarm is triggered ql Indicates the pH electrode condition as good two bars fair one bar or bad uN slash through it based on the last saved calibration and electrode stability road Stability indicator will flash stabilizing while the measurement is changing and H show ready when the measurement is stable When the read type is setto Auto Read the icon will flash while the reading is stabilizing and remain solid when the reading is stable and locked on the display pH Electrode Condition Icon Orion Star A221 pH meters include a pH electrode condition icon In the measurement mode the pH electrode condition icon indicates the performance of the pH electrode based on the last saved calibration and electrode measurement stability kon pH Electrode Statu
67. iode gel filled epoxy body pH ATC electrode 3 m cable 910410 WA Orion pH 4 01 buffer pouches 10 pack 910710 Orion pH 7 00 buffer pouches 10 pack ARRE 911010 Orion pH 10 01 buffer pouches 10 pack 810001 ROSS electrode storage solution 475 mL 911110 Orion rinse solution pouches 10 pack STARA2210 STARA AR Orion Star A series portable meter armor STARA CS Orion Star A series hard sided field case STAR A2220 Star A222 conductivity meter with 4 AA batteries literature CD printed quick start guide computer interface cable and meter test certificate STARA AR Orion Star A series portable meter armor STARA CS Orion Star A series hard sided field case STARA 2230 Star A223 RDO DO meter with 4 AA batteries literature CD printed quick start guide computer interface cable and meter test certificate Star A223 RDO DO meter kit with 4 AA batteries literature CD printed quick start guide computer interface cable and meter test certificate STARA2235 087010MD RDO optical DO sensor with 3m cable calibration sleeve and guard Star A222 conductivity meter kit with 4 AA batteries literature CD printed quick start guide computer interface cable and meter test certificate 013010MD DuraP robe 4 cell K 0 475 epoxy body conductivity sensor 3 m cable STARA2225 01100710 Orion 1413 uS conductivity standard pouches 10 pack 911110 Orion rinse solution pouches 10 pack STARA AR Orion Star A series portable meter armor STARA CS Orion Star A series h
68. l p E Temperature Calibration Calibration E Temperature Unit arenei Star A223 RDO DO Meter Solution Temperature Membrane Temperature Sol amp Mem Temp Temperature Calibration polarographic DO sensor only Manual Temperature Value 1 In the measurement mode press the setup Key 2 Pressthep q t oru Key to highlight pH Channel or COND Channel and press the f3 select key 3 Pressthep orq key to highlight Temperature and press the f3 select key 4 Pressthep orq key to highlight Manual Temp Value and press the f3 select key 5 Press the f3 edit key access the popup number entry screen and enter the sample temperature value a Pressthep q t oru key to highlight a number decimal point or negative sign and then press the f3 enter key to select the o highlighted item Repeat until the sample temperature value is 13 4 5 6 Shown at the top of the screen Lo b Press the f2 done key to save the value and exit the number entry screen ma Re nn 6 Press the fl back key to return to the main temperature menu and press the measure esc key to return to the measurement mode Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 29 Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Temperature Unit 1 In the measurement mode press the setup Key 2 Pressthep q t oru key to highlight pH Channel COND Channel or DO RDO Channel and press the f3 select key Press the p orq key to
69. le Meter Specifications Calibration alarm fixed 12 hour 4 AA batteries average 800 hours of battery life or pOvehooulr optional universal AC power adapter 90 260 VAC 50 60 Hz English Spanish French Italian German and Chinese PUI lang vag eUserintenece Portuguese and Korean available with software update on web Orion Star A221 pH Portable Meter Specifications Measurement Channels 1 pH mV relative mV RmV or ORP with temperature BNC OH or ORP electrode alr Reference electrode ATC temperature probe 84 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter 8 Customer Services Orion Star A222 Conductivity Portable Meter Specifications Measurement Channels 1 conductivity salinity TDS or resistivity with temperature 0 001 uS to 3000 ms Resolution 0 001 uS minimum auto ranging up to 4 significant digits 0 5 of reading 1 digit gt 3 uS Relative Accuracy 9 504 of reading 0 01 uS lt 3 pS Conductivity etc 15 C 20 C 25 C Linear 0 to 10 0 2C nonlinear nLF n off 0 5 of reading 1 digit 0 5 of reading 1 digit Resistivity 1 Q or 0 1 MQ auto ranging Relative Accuracy 0 5 of reading 1 digit Sensor Input 8 pin MiniDIN Conductivity sensor with built in temperature Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 85 Chapter 8 Customer Services Orion Star A223 RDO DO Portable Meter Specifications Measurement Channels 1 di
70. lease the power key to Switch the display backlight on and off Press the measure esc key in the Auto Read measurement mode to O start a new measurement Press the measure esc key to escape the current mode or menu and measure ese return to the measurement mode Q Press the setup key to enter the setup menu from the measurement mode setup up arrow p Press the up arrow p key to scroll up through a list of items Press the mode key to change the measurement mode of the displayed channel Press the right arrow u key to scroll right through a list of Items mode right arrow u Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 13 Chapter 2 Meter Basics Key Icon and Name Function Press the log print key to manually log and or print a measurement depending on the selected measurement mode and export settings Press the down arrow q key to scroll down through a list of items log print down arrow q In the continuous measurement mode press the hold key to lock freeze the current displayed measurement and press the hold key again to release unfreeze the measurement Press the left arrow t key to scroll left through a list of items Hold left arrow t Function Keys The following image shows the f1 f2 and f3 keys with their corresponding actions above each function key on the meter display Pressing the f1 cal key will prompt the meter to enter the calib
71. lved oxygen mg L 2 Decimal Places 0 01 measurement value as mg L Auto Setthe read type to determine how the meter takes a Cont measurement and when the measurement Is sent to aa the data log and or external device Read Type Set the automatic barometric pressure compensation Auto Baro Press anual 760 0mmH source as the internal barometer Auto or a manually 9 entered barometric pressure value Manual Enter the salinity value of samples for automatic Salinity Correct Manual 0 0 Salinity correction of dissolved oxygen measurements Set the calibration due alarm off or on when the alarm is on the fixed calibration time interval is 12 Gab OUE Aan Cal Due Alarm On hours and the alarm is triggered after 12 hours has elapsed without a calibration being performed RDO Cap Life RDO Cap Life 0 0 View the remaining RDO optical DO sensor cap life in RDO only Serial Number 0 days and the serial number Barometric Pressure Compensation Setting Orion Star A223 RDO DO meters have an internal barometer that can be used for automatic pressure Compensated dissolved oxygen readings Manual entry of the barometric pressure can be used for automatic pressure compensated dissolved oxygen readings which is useful when dissolved oxygen is measured with a submerged sensor or in a pressurized vessel The pressure value must be entered as mm Hg 1 mm Hg 0 03937 inch Hg 1 3332 hPa mBar 0 01934 PSI Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Serie
72. measurement is stable it will be locked and held on the display and the AR icon will remain solid If the data log function is enabled the measurement will be exported to the data log b Continuous The flashing Stabilizing icon will update to the solid Ready icon when the measurement Is stable If the data log function is enabled press the log print Key to export the measurement to the data log Remove the sensors from the sample rinse with distilled water or appropriate solution blot gently with a lint free tissue to remove excess water and place into the next sample Repeat steps 2 through 4 for all samples When all samples have been measured store the sensors according to the instructions in the sensor manuals Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 47 Using the DO RDO Channel Use the Orion Star A223 RDO DO meter to measure dissolved oxygen as percent saturation or mg L and temperature using either Orion RDO optical or polarographic dissolved oxygen sensors The following chapter provides instructions on connecting sensors calibrating the system and measuring these parameters Meter and Sensor Preparation 1 Familiarize yourself with general meter operation and prepare the meter and accessories according to the instructions in Chapter 2 Meter Basics 2 Refer to the instructions in Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus to customize measurement and Calibration settings within the DO RDO Channel setup menu and data transfe
73. method D Sanal OME Ge Atach mitai to FPL J Glick Upgrade Famwate Upgrade Finnware man coche heading wanting for retool clanu Tots programming ime is 14 minvies 6 seconds Deri The finmware update process has Successaully completed The mater will rasian and is now ready for use Phegd clog ha bootoader Agpkcaban 13 Close the software update and detach the cable from the meter and computer Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 77 Customer Services For any questions or if you require assistance contact our Technical Support Specialists Email wai techservbev thermofisher com Within the United States call 1 800 225 1480 Outside the United States call 1 978 232 6000 or fax 1 978 232 6031 For additional product information contact your local authorized dealer local Thermo Scientific Orion technical sales representative or contact us using the Water and Laboratory Products WLP information on the page back of this manual Visit www thermoscientific com water to view Thermo Scientific Orion products and download product literature user guides and manuals software updates and additional application and technical resources For the most current warranty information refer to the Thermo Scientific Orion warranty card included on the Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 series Meter literature CD and available online at www thermoscientific com water 78 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User
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75. nd press the f3 select key 5 Press the fl back key to navigate out of the menu and press the measure esc key to return to the measurement mode Export Data Settings To transfer measurements to a computer or printer turn the export data function on in the setup menu and update export settings to match the external device settings including the baud rate The default meter communication connection is RS 232 and the meter will automatically detect and adjust the connection setting when an active USB cable is connected with the meter L 2 J 4 In the measurement mode press the setup key to access the main setup menu Pressthep q t oru key to highlight Settings and press the f3 select key Press the p orq key to highlight Export Data and press the f3 select key Press the p orq key to highlight Printing and press the f3 select key Press the p or q key to highlight On and press the f3 select key Press the p orq key to highlight Data Format and press the f3 select key Press the p orq key to highlight Printer or PC CSV and press the f3 select Key Press the p orq key to highlight Comm Config and press the f3 Select key Press the and press the f3 select key Press the f1 back key to navigate out of the menu and press the measure esc key to return to the measurement mode Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 55 Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates 56 Orion Star A220 S
76. nsors Thermo Scientific Orion 100 uS conductivity standard Catalog Number 011008 is recommended for testing ultra pure water conductivity sensors d A prepared water saturated air calibration sleeve is recommended for testing RDO optical and polarographic dissolved oxygen sensors The meter will perform the stability test and show the raw input reading per minute drift and noise on the display The meter will display Stability Test Passed or Stability Test Failed Press the f1 esc key to return to the measurement mode Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 35 Using the pH Channel Use the Orion Star A221 pH meter to measure pH mV relative mV ORP and temperature The following chapter provides instructions on connecting electrodes calibrating the system and measuring these parameters Meter and Electrode Preparation 1 Familiarize yourself with general meter operation and prepare the meter and accessories according to the instructions in Chapter 2 Meter Basics Refer to the instructions in Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus to customize measurement and calibration settings within the pH Channel setup menu and data transfer data log date and time language sounds display contrast and auto shutoff settings within the Instrument Settings setup menu Connect all necessary electrodes probes and sensors to the appropriate meter inputs a Connecta pH or ORP electrode to the BNC meter input b Connect an ATC temp
77. o proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 print key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 39 Chapter 4 Using the pH Channel ORP Calibration Procedure Ey Units Orion Star A221 pH meters can perform a one point automatic ORP calibration to the Ex value relative to the Standard Hydrogen Electrode 420 mV at 25 C when using the following items Thermo Scientific Orion ORP standard Catalog Number 967901 or 967961 Thermo Scientific Orion ORP electrode Catalog Number 9678BNWP 9778BNWP 9180BNMD or 9179BNMD Thermo Scientific Orion 4 M KCI filling solution Catalog Number 900011 or 4 M KCI gel in the 9179BNMD electrode Orion ORP standard is nonhazardous stable and will not change over time so It is an ideal standard for any ORP measurement system Always use fresh ORP standard Prepare the ORP electrode according to the instructions in the electrode manual Connect all electrodes to be used to the appropriate meter inputs Make sure the meter measurement mode is set to ORP 1 Press the f1 cal key to start the calibration 2 Rinse the electrode and any other electrodes in use with distilled water blot gently with a lint free tissue to remove excess water and place into the standard 3 When the electrode and standard are ready press the f3 start Key 4 Waitfor the mV value on the meter to stabilize indicated by the
78. ommands from the computer to the meter Installing device driver software Click here for status LLL all 1S Prolific USB to Serial Comm Port COM8 Device driver software installed successfully ee LL E ul 1G Record the COM port location of the USB to Serial cable for example COM8 To view the COM port location open the computer s Device Manager tool and expand the Ports option a For Windows 7 Click the Start button and then click Control Panel In the Control Panel window click Device Manager if viewing by large icons or small icons or click System and Security and then click Device Manager if viewing by category In the Device Manager window expand the Ports option b For Windows XP Click the Start button and then click Control Panel In the Control Panel window click the Performance and Maintenance link and then click the System icon or for Control Panel Classic View just double click the System icon In the System Properties window click the Hardware tab and then click the Device Manager button In the Device Manager window expand the Ports option 60 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Bi taice Manager mas Soe x file Action View Heip f dml E ml t Muetooth Radios i Computer a Disk drives gt E Display adapters ply OVOVCD ROM drives ta Human Interface Devices Keynes 37 Mice and other pointing dev
79. opriate meter inputs a Connecta conductivity sensor to the 8 pin MiniDIN meter input If the conductivity sensor has built in temperature the temperature will also be measured when the conductivity sensor is connected with the meter Prepare all connected sensors for use as instructed in the sensor manuals 42 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter5 Using the Conductivity Channel Conductivity Calibration Procedure Orion Star A222 conductivity meters can perform a conductivity calibration using one to five conductivity standards with easy to follow onscreen instructions to assist with the calibration process or by the manual entry of the certified conductivity cell constant K value Always use fresh standards and select standards that are near the expected sample conductivity Prepare the conductivity sensor according to the instructions in the sensor manual Connect all sensors to be used to the appropriate meter inputs Make sure the meter measurement mode Is set to conductivity Cond Note For an automatic calibration enter the nominal cell constant of the conductivity sensor in the channel specific setup menu and use Orion 100 uS 1413 uS and or 12 9 mS standards 1 Press the f1 cal key to start the calibration 2 Rinse the conductivity sensor and any other electrodes in use with distilled water blot gently with a lint free tissue to remove excess water and place into the conducti
80. or type Press the measure esc Key to initiate a new measurement and update the meter display Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 79 Chapter 8 Customer Services Meter Factory Reset Procedure Warning Performing a factory reset will erase the meter s calibration log and data log and reset all meter setup parameters to the factory default settings 1 In the measurement mode press the setup key Pressthep q t oru key to highlight Diagnostics and press the f3 select key Press the p orq key to highlight Factory Reset and press the f2 select key Press the f2 yes key to start the factory reset procedure Press the f3 edit key to access the popup number entry screen and enter the default meter password of 111111 a Pressthep q t oru key to highlight the number 1 and press the f3 enter key six times until 111111 is shown at the top of the screen b Press the f2 done key to save the value and exit the number entry screen Press the f2 accept key to initiate the factory reset Wait while the factory reset is performed Once completed the meter will go through a power cycle and then proceed to the measurement mode All meter settings will be reset to the factory default settings and the calibration log and data log will be erased Meter User Reset Procedure i 2 3 4 5 Inthe measurement mode press the setup Key Press thep q t oru key to highlight Diagnostics and press the f3
81. ove the old batteries from the battery compartment 6 Install the new batteries in the battery compartment orientating the batteries as shown in the battery compartment housing Gently pull up to remove cover 7 Replace the battery compartment cover and tighten the two screws to secure the battery cover with the meter 8 Turn the meter over with the meter display facing up and power on the meter 8 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 2 Meter Basics Using the Universal Power Adapter Optional Power Source A universal power adapter Catalog Number 1010003 with US EU UK and China plug plates can be purchased separately and used with the Orion Star A220 series portable meters To save battery life the meter will always obtain power from the universal power adapter when it is connected with the meter and a power outlet even when batteries are installed in the meter This universal power adapter is specifically for use with Star A220 series portable meters Use of other power adapters can damage the meter and void the warranty 1 Select the appropriate plug plate for the power outlet that will be used 2 Remove the clear plastic cover from the groove on the back of the power adapter 3 Slide the appropriate plug plate into the groove on the back of the power adapter 4 Connect the assembled power adapter to a power outlet and the meter input labeled Power A surge protector o
82. pe Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 21 Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Channel Specific Method Mode and Temperature Menus Within the pH Channel COND Channel and DO RDO Channel menus are Mode and Settings and Temperature submenus Use the Mode and Settings menu to review and update the measurement and calibration settings for the selected channel Use the Temperature menu to manually enter a sample temperature value set the temperature units as C or F and perform a temperature calibration on an ATC probe conductivity sensor with built in temperature or dissolved oxygen sensor with built in temperature The channel menus displayed by each meter will depend on the meter model and its measuring capabilities Meter Model Channel specific Menu Channel specific Submenus Orion Star A221 pH meter pH Channel Moge and Settings Temperature Mode and Settings Temperature Mode and Settings Temperature Orion Star A222 conductivity meter COND Channel Orion Star A223 RDO DO meter RDO DO Channel Mode and Settings Menu General Mode and Settings Options Read Types The read type determines how the meter displays logs and exports measurements Ensure the appropriate data export and data log settings are enabled in the Instrument Settings menu before logging or exporting measurements Auto Read Press the measure esc key to start a measurement The AR Icon blinks as the changing value stabilizes When stable t
83. pets J Upal a p QP pta aai ag Por iio A LPT I ECP Prove Poet FTL F Virtual OAM Port Lec COMT de for CS reset ir Sage L Sale Verify that the meter export data setting is on Match the baud rate set in the meter to the computer setting Selecting a higher baud rate will allow for faster data transfer Data will transfer from the meter to the computer depending on the meter read type and command settings Note If the meter is powered off for any reason auto shut off loss of power etc the connection will need to be reestablished by repeating the steps above 66 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Star A200 A300 Meter Remote Control Protocols Rules for Remote Control Usage l CR Carriage Return ASCII 13 is used to terminate a command Whenever this character is received the internal buffer will be processed All characters except for NL New Line ASCII 10 are significant The NL character will be ignored The meter is not case sensitive though all lower case characters are converted to upper case internally Only one command can be executed ata time No new command can issued until the current command is finished being processed When the current command is finished it will issue the gt prompt to the user indicating a new command can be entered Empty commands i e just a CR will be ignored
84. port the calibration data to a printer or computer 52 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter 6 Using the DO RDO Channel Measurement Procedure Prepare the sensors according to the instructions in the sensors manuals Connect all electrodes sensors and probes to be used to the appropriate meter inputs Make sure the sensors are recently calibrated and working correctly Ensure the meter measurement mode Is set to the desired measurement parameter L Rinse the sensors with distilled water or appropriate solution blot gently with a lint free tissue to remove excess water and place into the sample Start the measurement and wait for the reading to stabilize or reach the predefined time a Auto Read Press the measure esc key to start the measurement b Continuous Measurements will start immediately when in the measurement mode Once the measurement is stable or reaches the set time record all applicable parameters a Auto Read Once the measurement is stable it will be locked and held on the display and the AR icon will remain solid If the data log function is enabled the measurement will be exported to the data log b Continuous The flashing Stabilizing icon will update to the solid Ready icon when the measurement Is stable If the data log function is enabled press the log print Key to export the measurement to the data log Remove the sensors from the sample
85. r data log date and time language sounds display contrast and auto shutoff settings within the Instrument Settings setup menu 3 Connect all necessary electrodes probes and sensors to the appropriate meter inputs a Connect an RDO optical or polarographic dissolved oxygen sensor to the 9 pin MiniDIN meter input The meter will automatically detect which dissolved oxygen sensor Is connected The temperature will also be measured when the dissolved oxygen sensor is connected with the meter 4 Prepare all connected sensors for use as instructed in the sensor manuals 48 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 6 Using the DO RDO Channel Dissolved Oxygen Calibration Procedure Note A polarographic dissolved oxygen sensor must be polarized prior to use The polarographic dissolved oxygen sensor is continuously polarized when connected to the meter If the polarographic dissolved oxygen sensor is new has been serviced or has not been connected to the meter connect the sensor to the meter power on the meter and wait 30 minutes for the sensor to polarize Orion Star A223 RDO DO meters can perform the following calibrations Air water saturated air This is the simplest and most accurate method and uses the Calibration sleeve included with most dissolved oxygen sensors For best accuracy the calibration temperature should match the expected sample temperature Moisten the Sponge in the calibra
86. r or computer Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 51 Chapter 6 Using the DO RDO Channel Set Zero Calibration An Air water saturated air calibration or Water air saturated water calibration must be completed before a Set Zero calibration can be performed Prepare a sodium sulfite solution by dissolving about 15 0 grams of Na2SQ3 in about 250 mL of distilled water Transfer the solution to a BOD bottle or flask and use plastic paraffin film to seal the bottle A small amount of cobalt salt can be added to the sodium sulfite solution to act as an indicator and change color when the sodium sulfite solution no longer has zero oxygen content L 2 i Press the f1 cal key to start the calibration Press the p orq key to highlight Set Zero and press the f3 select key Prepare the DO sensor and zero oxygen solution and allow them to reach equilibrium a Use plastic paraffin film to seal the open area between the DO sensor and vessel containing the calibration solution When the DO sensor and calibration apparatus are ready press the f3 start Key Wait for the dissolved oxygen value on the meter to stabilize a 0 0 will be displayed for P2 when the reading stabilizes Press the f2 cal done key to save and end the calibration The meter will display the calibration summary and export the data to the calibration log Press the f1 meas key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 print key to ex
87. r uninterrupted power supply UPS is also recommended Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 9 Chapter 2 Meter Basics Portable Meter Accessories Orion Star A220 series portable meter kits include the portable meter armor with electrode holders adjustable hand strap and built in stand and the field carrying case These portable meter accessories can also be purchased separately using the following catalog numbers STARA AR Orion Star A series portable meter armor with pH electrode holder conductivity and DO sensor holder adjustable hand strap and built in stand STARA ESPH Orion Star A series pH electrode holder for portable meter armor 810017 Orion pH electrode sleeve for use with pH electrode holder STARA ESCD Orion Star A series conductivity and DO sensor holder for portable meter armor STARA CS Orion Star A series portable meter hard sided field case Orion Star A Series Portable Meter Armor Insert the Orion Star A220 series portable meter into the top of the portable meter armor The holders for a pH electrode and conductivity DO sensors can be attached to either side of the meter armor Adjust the hand strap as needed to your desired fit or use the strap with built in Stand to Support the meter on a level surface pH Electrode Holder Conductivity and Dissolved Oxygen Sensor Holder Use the pH electrode holder with the pH Hold a 12mm or 15mm diameter conductivity sensor and electrode sleev
88. ration F actor Average Cell Constant K Calibration Number Example 5 point calibration A212 Cond X01038 3 04 CH 1 Cond 01 03 15 16 05 41 5 1 52 8 uS cm 111 1 uS 25 0 C Manual 0 4750 2 68 6 uS cm 143 1 uS 25 0 C Manual 0 4956 3 100 uS cm 200 2 uS 25 0 C Manual 0 5511 4 158 4 uS cm 333 4 uS 25 0 C Manual 0 4375 5 475 uS cm 1000 uS 25 0 C Manual 0 4749 0 4868 1 lt CR gt Thermo Scientific Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates Cal Mode PC CSV Format Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision Channel Mode Calibration Date amp Time Calibration Point Calibration Type Calibration Saturation Value Calibration Saturation Unit Set Zero Calibration Current Value Set Zero Calibration Current Unit Calibration Current Value Calibration Current Unit Solution Temperature Value DO Solution Temperature Unit Membrane Temperature Value Membrane Temperature Air or Water Unit Calibration Pressure Value Calibration Pressure Unit Salinity Value Salinity Unit Calibration Calibration Slope Value Calibration Slope Unit Calibration Point Calibration Number Example A213 DO RDO X01039 3 04 CH 1 DO 01 03 15 16 05 41 1 Auto Air 102 3 0 0 nA 405 1 nA 5 0 C 5 0 C 736 1 mmHg 0 0 ppt 4 1 nA sat 1 1 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision Channel Mode Calibration Date amp Time Calibration Point Calibration Type
89. ration mode Pressing the f3 setup key will prompt the meter to enter the main setup menu No function is active for the f2 key in this example 14 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 2 Meter Basics Meter Display Measurement Display Examples The following displays are examples only Actual meter displays will vary based on the selected meter setup parameters active calibration data etc Orion or A221 pH Measurement ml Date and time Temperature measurement and source Main measurement mode pH ready EO lt Main measurement units Main measurement value r 00 00 my lt mV corresponding to main measurement Calibration points from most recent active calibration Temperature measurement Date and time nd source and sourc 4 gc La Main measurement mode gt Cond ready ip uS em Main measurement units Main measurement value a Temperature compensation setting Calibration points from most recent active calibration Temperature measurement Date and time and source 954 C sd Main measurement mode PRD ready Main measurement units Main measurement value Barometric pressure Salinity value Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 15 Chapter 2 Meter Basics Measurement Display Icons Shown when the meter is running on AC power Shown when the meter is running on battery power Indicates when data Is exported to a computer or pr
90. rement values are continuously updated on the display and the Stabilizing or Ready Icon Indicates the measurement stability status When the data log and export data settings are enabled press the log print key to save a measurement to the data log and export it to a printer or computer 54 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates To Set Measurement Read Type 1 Inthe measurement mode press the setup key to access the main setup menu 2 Pressthep q t oru Key to highlight pH Channel COND Channel or DO RDO Channel and press the f3 select key 3 Press the p orq key to highlight Mode and Settings and press the f3 select key 4 Press the p orq key to highlight Read Type and press the f3 select key 5 Press the p orq key to highlight Auto or Continuous and press the f3 select key to set the desired measurement mode 6 Press the fl back key to navigate out of the menu and then press the measure esc key to return to the measurement mode Data Log Setting To save up to 1000 measurement sets to the meter data log turn the data log setting on in the setup menu 1 Inthe measurement mode press the setup Key to access the main setup menu 2 Pressthep q t oru key to highlight Settings and press the f3 select Key 3 Press the p orq key to highlight Data Log and press the f3 select Key 4 Press the p orq key to highlight On a
91. s Electrode condition is good The electrode slope is in the range of 95 1 to 104 9 Electrode condition is fair The electrode slope is 85 1 to 95 or 105 to 114 9 pH electrode manual for instructions on how to clean condition and troubleshoot the electrode Electrode condition is bad The electrode slope is 85 or lower or 115 or higher Consult the Note This is a general indicator of overall electrode status always refer to the pH electrode user manual for specific information on the recommended slope range for each pH electrode 16 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Thermo Scientific Chapter 2 Meter Basics Meter Models and Measurement Capabilities The table below shows the available models of Orion Star A220 series portable meters and their available measurement modes All measurements include temperature Meter Model Channel 1 Measurement Modes Temperature Modes OH mV RmV ORP Conductivity TDS Automatic Star A222 Conductivity Meter Salinity Manual Resistivity l Star A223 RDO DO Meter oa Oxygen as Saturation Meter Maintenance Automatic Star A221 pH Meter Manual For routine meter maintenance dust and wipe with a damp cloth If necessary warm water or mild water based detergent can be used Meter maintenance can be performed on a daily weekly or monthly basis as required by the operating environment Remove any spilled subst
92. s Portable Meter User Manual 27 Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Salinity Correction Setting Orion Star A223 RDO DO meters are capable of performing automatic salinity correction for dissolved oxygen readings measured as mg L when the salinity value of the sample is manually entered as ppt parts per thousand in the setup menu Conductivity Salinity Conductivity Salinity Conductivity Salinity at 20 C Correction at 20 C Correction at 20 C Correction mS cm Value ppt mS cm Value ppt mS cm Value ppt 25 Calculated from the International Oceanographic Tables Vol 1 National Institute of Oceanography of Great Britain Womley Godaming Surrey England and Unesco Paris 1971 28 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Temperature Menu Orion Star A220 series portable meters offer a Temperature menu used to customize temperature settings for each channel by manually entering a temperature value selecting the temperature units as C or F and performing a temperature calibration on an ATC probe conductivity sensor or dissolved oxygen sensor with built in temperature Meter Model Channel Temperature Menu Menu Options Manual Temp Value Enter temperature value Celsius Star A221 pH Meter pH Channel Temperature Unit E Temperature Calibration Calibration Manual Temp Value Enter temperature Ln Star A222 COND eeni Celsius Conductivity Meter Channe
93. sesersesaeaes 42 Metrand Sensor Preparat Oinonen aia wis usaadteas unos dasa uniiaas aatusuanatoes aamiousuaanies 42 Conductivity CalibratonP rocedUre cscarnir 43 Alternative Certified Cell Constant Entry Calibration Procedure serrer 44 Conductivity Standards vs Temperature Table ccscscsssssssssssrssssserssssssserssssserssssersasserseses 45 Conductivity Meter Verification ProC Qure csscesssessssssersssrsssessssessssrssssrssssessssessssesssseseten 46 Measurement PHOCCOUIC sisi ctsicuslsetuatvnnitnese bitataleratvnenettebaeteteest ties walsaids bhattadiviuentiaeaboninadeians 4 Chapter 6 asiictniicaiszuseauitcaaacasceen dae vewusitnintuaileideivraanenien iiianithisics couaiai ravsinansicananieainaeGnnansl 48 Using tie DO RDO Cannel isssiisisievrsicvisuvssancorsicerssvsosandviunacsviaessisdniisiorsaivinananisianrsias 48 Meter and SensorPreparalon airienianina a a 48 Dissolved Oxygen Calibration Procedure s ssssesssrsresrsrnrnsrnrnrnnnnrnnnnrnnnnnnrnnnnnnrnrnnrnrnrenrnrnrenrrrnns 49 Air Water Saturated Air Calibration xissectcs iach eases we ddesctantea udataiahudeac vita Slane waslastan 50 Water Air Saturated Water Calibration s s sssssssssrssrsresrsrnnrnrnnrnnnnrnnrnnnnrnnnnrnnrnrnnrnrenrnrenns 50 Manual Winkler Calibration s ssssssesrersrsrnrnrnunsnnnnrnrnnnunurnnnnnrnnrnnnrnrnrnnnnrnrnrnrnrnrnnrnrernrererens 51 SZO Cala OW ina looses guntsSeseaaeecerastinadeeteemuntesagbdaiadeaeeteanian eentaacnt 52 MCAS UTEMENEP TOC COUIE
94. sion Channel Mode Calibration Date amp Time Raw mV Value Raw mV Unit Offset Value Offset Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit Calibration Number Example A211 pH X01036 3 04 CH 1 ORP 01 03 15 16 05 41 176 9 mV 242 6 mV 25 0 C 1 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision Channel Mode Calibration Date amp Time Total Calibration Points repeated for each calibration point Calibration Point Concentration Value Concentration Unit mV Value mV Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit repeated for each point to point segment Slope Value Slope Unit repeated for each point to point segment Offset Value Offset Unit Average Slope Value Average Slope Unit Blank Value Blank Unit Calibration Number Example 5 point calibration A214 pH ISE X01036 3 04 CH 1 ISE 01 03 15 16 05 41 5 1 1 ppb 0 0 mV 25 0 C 2 2 ppb 19 0 mV 25 0 C 3 300 ppb 150 1 mV 25 0 C 4 2000 ppb 200 1 mV 25 0 C 5 4000 ppb 210 1 mV 25 0 C 63 1 mV dec 60 2 mV dec 60 7 mV dec 33 2 mV dec 0 0 mV 0 9mV 0 0mV 0 2mV 90 4 mV 54 3 mV dec 0 0000 ppb 1 lt CR gt Meter Model Serial Number Software Revision Channel Mode Calibration Date amp Time Total Calibration Points repeated for each calibration point Calibration Point Conductivity Value Conductivity Unit Conductance Value Conductance Unit Temperature Value Temperature Unit MTC ATC Calibration Type Calib
95. software update is performed Many laptop computers go into sleep standby mode when the lid is closed so the lid should remain open throughout the software update Laptop computers must also be plugged into a power supply when running the software update performing the software update while the computer is on battery power is not recommended Note Back up any stored meter data before upgrading the meter software 1 Go to www thermoscientific com OrionMeters download the latest software for Orion Star A200 A300 series meters and unzip extract the software files to the computer s desktop 2 There are two versions of the Orion Star A200 A300 series meter software update for Windows 32 bit operating systems and Windows 64 bit operating systems To determine which to use with your computer a For Windows 7 Click the Start button and then click Control Panel In the Control Panel window click System if viewing by large icons or small icons or click System and Security and then click System if viewing by category In the System window next to System Type either 32 bit or 64 bit will be shown b ForWindows XP Click the Start button and then click Control Panel In the Control Panel window click the Performance and Maintenance link and then click the System icon or for Control Panel Classic View just double click the System icon In the System Properties window click the General tab and under System if x64 Edition is Shown use the 64 bit
96. ssolved oxygen as saturation or mg L with temperature 0 to 90 mg L 0 to 600 0 01 0 1 mg L 0 1 1 0 2 mg L or 2 of reading 2 saturation or 2 of i Rerauve Accuracy whichever is greater reading whichever is greater Dissolved l 0 to 50 mg L 0 to 500 0 01 0 1 mg L 0 1 1 0 1 mg L up to 8 mg L 2 saturation lt 200 Relative Accuracy 0 2 mg L 8 to 20 mg L saturation 10 saturation 10 of reading up to 50 mg L gt 200 saturation Barometric Pressure Correction 400 to 850 mmHg automatic using built in barometer 6 mmHg or manual entry Salinity Correction Factor 0 0 to 45 0 ppt automatic using manual entry of sample salinity Calibration Types oe air air saturated water manual Winkler zero Compatible Sensors Polarographic RDO optical Dto 50 C 3210 122 F Source Options Automatic with built in temperature sensor Sensor Input 9 pin MiniDIN Dissolved oxygen sensor with built in temperature Note All specifications are subject to change without notice 86 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 8 Customer Services Ordering Information tatae omeen Star A221 pH meter with 4 AA batteries literature CD printed quick start guide computer interface cable and meter test certificate Star A221 pH meter kit with 4 AA batteries literature CD printed quick start guide computer interface cable and meter test certificate 8107UWMMD ROSS Ultra Tr
97. tandard text or PC comma delimited text Comm Config and set the meter baud rate to match the printer or 1200 9600 computer baud rate 2400 19200 The meter will automatically detect when an RS 232 or 4800 38400 USB cable is connected to a meter port On data log according to the selected read type Date DD MMIYY Use the date setting to select the date format as MM DD YY day month year DD MM Y Y or month day year Date 01 01 12 MM DD YY and then enter the month day and year Time values 12 Hour Clock Use the time setting to set the time format as 12 hour Time 02 30 PM clock or 24 hour clock and then enter the hour and 24 Hour Clock minute values Date and Time Time 14 30 English Espanol Set the language to be used for the meter interface Deutsch additional languages including Portuguese and Francais Korean are available with software updates on our Italiano website at www thermoscientific com OrionMeters O Chinese Off Turn the audible beep on or off each time a meter key On IS pressed Off Turn the audible beep on or off when an alarm is Off On Language Key Press Beep Adjust the display contrast higher or lower to improve sonyasi ERRARE TAAA display viewing in different light conditions Turn on function to automatically power off the meter Auto Shut Off ae when no keys are pressed for 20 minutes Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 31 Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Log Vi
98. tion sleeve with distilled water and insert the sensor into the sleeve Alternatively a BOD bottle can be used with just enough distilled water to cover the bottom without touching the sensor Water air saturated water This method uses water that is 100 saturated with air Bubble air into a water sample for an extended period preferably overnight Manual Winkler This method uses a water sample with a known concentration of dissolved oxygen and is typically used to calibrate the DO sensor to the value achieved by a Winkler titration Due to possible titration errors this method is inherently less accurate Set Zero This method uses an oxygen free solution to add a zero point to an existing Water Saturated Air or Air Saturated Water calibration This calibration is generally recommended when measurements are below 10 saturation or 1 mg L Prepare the dissolved oxygen sensor according to the instructions in the sensor manual Connect all sensors to be used to the appropriate meter inputs Make sure the meter measurement mode is set to dissolved oxygen DO or RDO Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 49 Chapter 6 Using the DO RDO Channel Air Water saturated Air Calibration l Press the f1 cal key to start the calibration Press the p orq key to highlight Air and press the f3 select key Prepare the DO sensor and calibration sleeve and allow them to reach equilibrium When the DO s
99. ude the following items 4 AA batteries installed Literature CD Printed quick start guide Computer interface cable Meter test certificate Orion Star A220 series portable meter kits also include the portable meter armor and field case Each Orion Star A220 series meter is fully tested and certified by Thermo Fisher Scientific and a certificate of calibration is included with each meter For specific meter and kit contents refer to the Ordering Information section Visit our website at www thermoscientific com OrionMeters to download the complimentary Orion Star Com data transfer computer software and Star A200 A300 series USB driver Intended Use Please read this reference guide thoroughly Any use outside of these instructions may invalidate the meter warranty and cause permanent damage to the meter Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 7 cHapter 2 Meter Basics Installing Batteries Four AA batteries are included with Orion Star A220 series portable meters and are preinstalled in the meter battery compartment Use the following procedure to replace batteries as needed Select four new AA alkaline batteries Confirm that the meter is powered off Turn the meter over with the meter display facing down on a clean dry surface FW N FF Loosen the two screws holding the battery cover in place and gently pull up the battery cover to release it from the meter Loosen screws 5 Rem
100. ure or Sol amp Mem Temperature and press the f3 select key 6 Place the ATC probe and or sensor into a solution with a known stable temperature Two NIST traceable thermometers should be used to measure and verify the temperature 7 Wait for the temperature value on the meter to stabilize and then press the f3 edit key to access the popup number entry screen and enter the temperature value a Pressthep q t oru key to highlight a number decimal point or negative sign and then press the f3 enter key to select the highlighted item Repeat until the desired temperature value is shown at the top of the screen b Press the f2 done key to exit the number entry screen 8 Press the f2 accept Key to save the entered temperature value 9 Press the f1 meas key to return to the measurement mode 30 Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Instrument Settings Setup Menu Use the Instrument Settings menu to update meter settings for data transfer data log date and time language sounds display contrast and auto shutoff Instrument Printing Access the data export menu to set data transfer Off On settings for exporting measurement and calibration Comm Setup information to a printer or computer RS232 USB Turn printing on to allow data transfer from the meter to Export Data Data Format an external device select the data transfer format as Printer PC CSV printer S
101. vity standard 3 When the sensor and standard are ready press the f3 start key 4 Wait for the value on the meter to stabilize and perform one of the following actions a Press the f2 accept key to accept the conductivity value determined by automatic Standard recognition function Orion 100 uS 1413 uS and 12 9 mS standards only or b Press the f3 edit key to access the popup number entry screen and manually enter the conductivity standard value expected at the measured temperature i Pressthep q t oru key to highlight a number or decimal point press the f3 enter key to select the highlighted item and repeat until the desired value is shown at the top of the screen il Press the f2 done key to save the value and exit the number entry screen lll Press the f2 accept key to accept the manually entered value 5 Press the f2 next key to proceed to the next standard and repeat steps 2 through 4 or press the f3 cal done key to save and end the calibration If five standard are used the calibration will save and end once the fifth value is accepted 6 The meter will display the calibration summary and export the data to the calibration log Press the f1 meas key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 print key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 43 Chapter 5 Using the Conductivity Channel Alternative Certifie
102. with 013610MD 3 meter 10 foot cable 10 uS cm to 200 mS cm 0 55 cm4 cnoraih LS mee BDE a PA ar sensor with se cea sensor with eee sensor with Reference Temperature Temperature Compensation and Coefficient Settings Orion Star A222 conductivity meters offer several options for temperature compensated conductivity measurements Temperature has a large effect on the conductivity value of a solution The temperature compensation feature allows the meter to use the sample conductivity and temperature readings to calculate and display the conductivity that the sample would be expected to have ata selected reference temperature such as 25 C To accurately use the temperature compensation feature select the proper type of temperature compensation for the samples to be measured set the required reference temperature as 15 C 20 C or 25 C and use a conductivity sensor with built in ATC temperature probe The options for temperature compensation are Linear uses the temperature coefficient value to apply a constant percent correction factor to every degree change in temperature A few common linear coefficient values are Solution 25 C to 50 C Temperature Coefficient C Sugar Syrup 5 64 at aC Thermo Scientific Orion Star A220 Series Portable Meter User Manual 25 Chapter 3 Meter Setup Menus Solution 25 C to 50 C Temperature Coefficient C nLFn non linear ultra pure non degassed water

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