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Summary of Contents for BCID Bio-Science CI-203
- Page 1 Operations Manual CI-203 Handheld Laser Leaf Area Meter...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Frequently Asked Questions ............................24 CI-203 Firmware Upgrade ............................26 CI-203 Driver Installation ............................. 26 Re-computing the CI-203 Parameters ........................27 APPENDIX I: OPERATING THE CI-203 LASER LEAF AREA METER WITH THE CI-203CA CONVEYOR ATTACHMENT ........................................ 28 Hardware Setup ................................28 Measure ....................................31... - Page 3 Changing the CI-203CA Springs ..........................33 Unavailable Parameters ..............................33 Setup Scanner Threshold .............................. 33 Restoring Set-Up Data for the CI-203 ........................34 Restoring Set-Up Data for the CI-203CA Conveyor Attachment ..............35 CID BIO-SCIENCE, INC. HARDWARE WARRANTY .......................... 36 CI-203 PRODUCTION TEST CHECK SHEET ............................
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Page 4: Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new CI-203 Portable Laser Area Meter. Making leaf measurements, in the field or laboratory, is now very easy with the CI-203 Portable Laser Area Meter. This state-of-the-art instrument has been designed to be the most portable leaf area measurement system available. - Page 5 CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 Easy calibration when required Rechargeable battery through USB port 1554 NE 3 Ave, Camas, WA 98607, USA Phone (360) 833-8835 Fax (360) 833-1914 sales@cid-inc.com http://www.cid-inc.com...
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Page 6: Operating Instructions
To turn the instrument on, press the power button. When the instrument powers on, a copyright notice will appear for 0.5 seconds. Following this, a menu will appear on the display with the following options: Measure, Setup, View and File. You are now in the CI-203 menu system. Figure 2. CI-203 Keypad... -
Page 7: Menus And What They Do
CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 Error messages should rarely appear during normal operation of the CI-203. However, in the event that the display does not show the “Measure” prompt after displaying the copyright notice, see the Error Message section of this manual. - Page 8 The user may verify and transfer files by connecting the instrument to a computer using the USB port on the CI-203, or by mounting the SDcard into the SD slot on the computer and using it as a local drive;...
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Page 9: Setup Instrument Menu
<stop> <save> The Measure Leaf mode is the regular mode for doing leaf measurements using the CI-203 and the arm. When the instrument is in Root Mode, the arm is removed and the instrument is used in conjunction with the CI-203RL root length tray accessory. Please see Appendix II of this manual for more information about using the CI-203 in Measure Root mode. -
Page 10: Setup Scanner Thresholds
In the event you need to alter the normal threshold settings, perform the following steps. First, check the threshold of the CI-203 alone, with its arm in place. To do so, access the Setup Scanner menu, select “HiThld” and press the RIGHT arrow key. The instrument’s motor will turn on and a “t” and “w”... -
Page 11: Calibration Of The Scanner Length
CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 If the instrument malfunctions after manual threshold adjustment, contact CID Bio-Science, Inc. for assistance. Calibration of the Scanner Length In order to calibrate the scanner step length (step len), from the main menu put the instrument into ‘Measure’... -
Page 12: Setup Storage (Spi Flash Management)
The total size of the serial flash is 1MB, or 16 sectors with 64KB in each sector. Currently the CI-203 uses 4 sectors; sector 0 is inerasable while sectors 1-3 could be erased by the user from the "Set-Up Storage"... -
Page 13: Setup Time And Date
Setup Time and Date To change the time and date stamp on the CI-203, press the RIGHT key when ‘Time’ is highlighted on the Setup Scanner menu. This utility allows the user to set-up the instrument in different time zones or to adjust the time after daylight savings. -
Page 14: View Menu
“View” is highlighted on the display. This menu allows the user to navigate to and view the files or data saved on the instrument, as well as check on many features of the CI-203. Options from the View menu are: Files, Voltage, Battery, Flash, Time, GPS, and SDcard. -
Page 15: Gps System Features
View Menu, press the STOP/RESET key again. GPS System Features The new CI-203 has a built-in GPS system which can relay the longitude, latitude and altitude of the instrument when performing measurements. The figure below shows the GPS menu display. The GPS uses GMT or Greenwich Mean Time for a standardized time. -
Page 16: File Menu
Here, the user can manipulate files on the CI-203, with options to clear, delete, create and open files. The CI-203 uses an SDcard to store all measurements. This means the user is able to create, clear and delete any measurement file. The instrument uses a regular FAT32 file system to access stored data. -
Page 17: Create A File
<enter> The CI-203 will save all parameters for each measurement (width, length, perimeter, area, aspect ratio, and shape factor) on the SDcard. Use the LEFT/RIGHT arrows to scroll through the parameters and the UP/DOWN arrows to include or exclude parameters. Once finished creating the file name and setting parameters, press the ENTER key. -
Page 18: Transfer Data To A Computer
Do not edit the file directly on the instrument. Figure 6. SDcard and USB cable connection for CI-203 Do not connect the USB cable to the instrument and the computer while performing measurements. If the user tries to operate the instrument through the computer, the files are subject to becoming out of sync, breaking alignment and causing errors in the files. -
Page 19: Wireless Transfer
CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 Wireless Transfer The following instructions are for the Toshiba Wireless SD memory card W-03 that came included with your CI-203 1. Install FlashAir™ Wi-Fi card software appropriate to the SD card. a. Visit https://www.toshiba.co.jp/p-media/english/download/wl/software02.htm download the software for configuring the Wi-Fi card and obtain vendor operation instructions. -
Page 20: How Data Appears In A File
Pix_Len How to Work With or Manipulate Data Files The CI-203’s removable SDcard makes it easy to work with and manipulate data files after taking measurements. Remove the SDcard from the CI-203 after powering off the instrument. Insert the card into a computer. -
Page 21: Theory Of Operation
Overview of the Parts of the Instrument The CI-203 consists of a number of sub-systems. It has a laser width scanner that is capable of measuring the width of an object in its objective 500 times a second to a resolution of 0.1 mm. It has a roller length measuring system that can measure length steps of 1 mm. -
Page 22: Computing Aspect Ratio And Shape Factor Information
CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 The perimeter increment is calculated and added to the perimeter accumulator. This perimeter increment is calculated using the function: If the width measurement reaches zero and the instrument is not operating as part of the conveyer attachment, the measurement stops and is displayed. -
Page 23: Care And Cleaning
Taking Care of the Rubber Roller in the CI-203 When the rubber roller in the CI-203 gets dirty, it will stick or fail to spin as smoothly as it should. As a result, certain sections of the leaf will be scanned twice or more causing the measurement to not be repeatable. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 TROUBLESHOOTING Technical Support If you have a question about the CI-203 features and functions, first look in the CI-203 Instruction Manual. If you cannot find the answer, you can access troubleshooting information and the CI-203 Product Support Forum at: http://www.cid-inc.com/leaf-area/ci-203-support.php... -
Page 25: Error Message
CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 Error Message The following error messages should rarely appear in normal operation. If they do appear, see Appendix III and follow the steps to restore the setup data. MESSAGE: MEANING: Instrument setup data has been lost. Pressing the START key will restore default values and Bad NVRAM Checksum <start>... -
Page 26: Frequently Asked Questions
This webpage has links for CI-203 transfer software, USB driver and firmware downloads. 2. How do I turn the CI-203 off if the instrument is hung-up and the display is frozen? Connect the instrument to the computer with the USB cable. This should cause the freeze-up to go away and you will be able to restart the instrument. - Page 27 There are two commonly used ways to transfer data from a CI-203 with an SDcard. The first is to connect the CI-203 to a computer using the USB cable. Typically, the computer’s “Autoplay” will pop-up with a message asking what to do with the “Removable Device.”...
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Page 28: Ci-203 Firmware Upgrade
There are two driver files (CI-203.inf and CI-203.cat) on the CD or that need to be downloaded at: http://www.cid-inc.com/leaf-area/ci-203-software.php If you need to install the CI-203 USB drivers on a Windows computer, you can use the software that was sent with the CI-203 or go to: http://sourceforge.net/projects/libusb-win32/files/libusb-win32-releases/1.2.4.0/libusb-win32-bin-1.2.4.0.zip/download... -
Page 29: Re-Computing The Ci-203 Parameters
CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 Re-computing the CI-203 Parameters This procedure should be carried out whenever the CI-203’s threshold settings are changed or if the instrument isn’t measuring accurately. Re-computing the parameters will recalculate the effects of any changes made on the other parameters. -
Page 30: Attachment
Hardware Setup To use the CI-203 with the CI-203CA, the CI-203 must be installed in the CI-203CA. Do not turn the CI- 203 on from its keypad. To install the CI-203CA, follow these steps: Figure 7. - Page 31 The white nylon screw on the right side of the conveyor is used to prevent shipping damage. It should be loosened when using the conveyor. Figure 8. Insert the CI-203 into the housing (hole) in the side of the CI-203CA. Figure 9. Insert the CI-203 until flush with side of conveyor.
- Page 32 Anytime a CI-203 is reinserted into the conveyor, or if any problems are encountered, press the right and left buttons simultaneously. This will match the conveyor to the CI-203. It will run for a few seconds, then turn off. Repeat this twice.
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Page 33: Measure
CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 Measure When the CI-203 is used with the Conveyor Attachment, it is assumed the user wishes to measure a large number of leaves all in one batch. Because of this, the instrument does not stop after each measurement to allow the user to preview and make a “save/no save”... -
Page 34: Ci-203 Conveyor Calibration With Ci-203
CI-203 Conveyor Calibration with CI-203 A new CI-203 needs to be calibrated to the conveyor. Put the 203 in the conveyor, plug the conveyor in and turn on the conveyor. If you have more than 1 CI-203 or update the firmware, the instrument and conveyor should be re-calibrated together. -
Page 35: Setup Instrument
There are some operating modes which are not available to the user when the CI-203CA is being used. The user does not have access to the menu options for the CI-203CA when the CI-203 is being used. The threshold setting is available only when the CI-203CA is being used (at the same time, the hand- held threshold setting is not available). -
Page 36: Restoring Set-Up Data For The Ci-203
CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 APPENDIX III: RESTORING SET-UP DATA Restoring Set-Up Data for the CI-203 “Leaf Not cal’ed” or “Bad NVRAM Checksum <start>”. If the display has the message: “Leaf Not cal’ed” or “Bad NVRAM Checksum <start>”, the instrument may have lost the setup data. -
Page 37: Restoring Set-Up Data For The Ci-203Ca Conveyor Attachment
“Conveyor Not Cal’ed <start> To restore setup data in the conveyor, plug the CI-203 into the conveyor and switch on the conveyor power. With the display showing, “Conveyor Not Cal’ed”, press start. Use the arrow keys to go to the “setup”... -
Page 38: Cid Bio-Science, Inc. Hardware Warranty
CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 CID BIO-SCIENCE, INC. HARDWARE WARRANTY Important: Please Read Seller’s Warranty and Liability: Seller warrants new equipment of its own manufacturing against defective workmanship and materials for a period of one year, of a single shift operation, from date of receipt of equipment - the results of ordinary wear and tear, neglect, misuse, accident and excessive deterioration due to corrosion from any cause is not to be considered a defect. -
Page 39: Ci-203 Production Test Check Sheet
CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 CI-203 PRODUCTION TEST CHECK SHEET SERIAL NUMBER: TESTING FUNCTION THRESHOLD: H THRESHOLD SET: PRECHARGE: SCAN WIDTH: SCAN TIME: STEP LENGTH: NOTES: CONVEYOR AND/OR ROOT LENGTH THRESHOLD SET: SCAN WIDTH: SCAN TIME: PRECHARGE: STEP LENGTH: ROOT LENGTH... -
Page 40: Warranty Registration Card
CI-203 Instruction Manual rev. 8/9/2016 WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD 1554 NE 3 Ave, Camas, WA 98607, USA Phone: (360) 833-8835 Fax: (360) 833-1914 e-mail: sales@cid-inc.com Web: www.cid-inc.com PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD Please complete and return this form to CID within 30 days to validate your Warranty on Parts and Labor.