Spectrum 2220 Product Manual
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EC 110 Meter
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  • Page 1 ® EC 110 Meter PRODUCT MANUAL Item # 2220...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    EC 110 meter. Please read this manual thoroughly before using your instrument. For customer support, or to place an order, call Spectrum Technologies, Inc. (800)248-8873 or (815) 436-4440 between 7:30 am and 5:30 p.m. CST, FAX (815)436-4460, e-mail: specmeters.com.
  • Page 3: General Overview

    General Overview Thank you for purchasing the data logging EC 110 meter from Spectrum Technologies, Inc. This user’s guide deals with the features that are unique to the data logging EC 110 meter. Infor- mation on general meter operation is contained in the accompanying Instruction manual.
  • Page 4: Data Logger Operation

    Data Logger Operation The data logger has two modes of operation: Com- munication and Measurement. These modes are indicated by the green LED in the lower left corner of the meter. When this light is flashing, the meter is in Communication mode.
  • Page 5 Taking and Data Logging Measurements When the probe is inserted in soil or water, the me- ter’s LCD will immediately begin indicating the EC. When this value stabilizes, the meter locks on to that value and the LCD will display READY in the upper right corner.
  • Page 6: Identifying The Correct Com Port

    Identifying the Correct Com Port The computer Communications Port to which the PC-3.5 serial cable is connected can be identified by using a paper clip 1. Disconnect the meter from the serial cable. 2. Click on the Com Port button on the main software screen.
  • Page 7 4. If the “Connection OK” message box (see fig. 1) is displayed, another device (such as a modem) is probably connected to that port. This is not the port you will be using with your meter. If the “No Connection” message box (see fig. 2) is displayed, this port may be the one connected to your serial cable and you can proceed to the next step.
  • Page 8: Logger Software

    Logger Software Meter Type The Field Scout software supports all of Spectrum Technologies’ portable data logging meters. Be sure to select the EC 110 Meter from the Se- lect Meter Type screen Connecting to your Computer To communicate with the data log- ger, connect the gray interface cable to the EC 110 meter’s RS-232 port.
  • Page 9 If the box below the logger name field is checked, the logger will store GPS data only if it has been dif- ferentially corrected. If the differential correction is not found, only the pH reading will be stored in the data file.
  • Page 10: Data Files

    Data Files Sample data showing results of data collected with and without GPS activated. Note: GPS signal not found when recording data in lines 12 through 14. The data is stored in comma-delimited text files. These files can be opened with text-editing software (e.g.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    The data is separated into 6 fields: Latitude and Lon- gitude (blank if a GPS unit was not connected), sam- ple number, EC value, EC units, and temperature. Possible measurement units for EC are μS/cm, mS/ cm or ppm. The units of temperature match what has been selected on the meter.
  • Page 12: Gps Connection

    GPS Connection The data logger searches for a GPS signal when the meter is powered up. If a signal is found, latitude and longitude values will be added to the data file. If a GPS signal is not found when powering up, the meter will not search for it when taking readings.
  • Page 13: Direct-Insert Probe

    Direct- Insert Probe Figure 4. Orientation of pins on probe/meter interface Connecting the Probe The female connector for the direct-insert probe pushes straight onto the 6-pin male socket on the digital reader (see fig. 4). When inserting the probe, rotate the plug to align the notch on the probe with the guide on the inner wall of the socket.
  • Page 14: Service And Support

    Who do I contact? Contact the company that you bought the loggers from: Spectrum Technologies, Inc. or a Spectrum Authorized Dealer. Before calling, you can evaluate and often solve your problem if you try the following.
  • Page 15: Warranty

    This product is warranted to be free from defects in material or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. During the warranty period Spectrum will, at its option, either repair or replace products that prove to be defective. This warranty does...
  • Page 16: Plainfield, Il

    This equipment has been manufactured for Spectrum Technologies, Inc. 12360 S. Industrial Dr. East Plainfield, IL 60585 USA The Manufacturer’s DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY is on file at the above address, and certifies conformity to the following: Model Number: 2220 Description:...

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