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Aqua TROLL 500
Operator's Manual
Information subject to change without notice. In-Situ, In-Situ logo, Baro Merge, BaroTROLL, HERMIT, HydroVu™, iSitu,
Pocket-Situ, RDO, RuggedCable, RuggedReader, SmarTROLL™, TROLL, VuSitu, and Win-Situ are trademarks or registered
trademarks of In-Situ Inc.
2016. All rights reserved. This product may be covered by patents identified at www.in-situ.com/
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2018-08-17 | 0050702

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  • Page 1 Aqua TROLL 500 Operator's Manual Information subject to change without notice. In-Situ, In-Situ logo, Baro Merge, BaroTROLL, HERMIT, HydroVu™, iSitu, Pocket-Situ, RDO, RuggedCable, RuggedReader, SmarTROLL™, TROLL, VuSitu, and Win-Situ are trademarks or registered trademarks of In-Situ Inc. 2016. All rights reserved. This product may be covered by patents identified at www.in-situ.com/ ©...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Instrument Overview ..................................5 Serial Number Location ................................ 5 Unpacking and Inspection ..............................5 Obtaining Repair Service ..............................5 Guidelines for Cleaning Returned Equipment ......................6 Instrument Components ................................7 Required Accessories..................................8 Communication Device ................................ 8 Cable ......................................8 Sensors .......................................
  • Page 3 Connecting to Win-Situ on a PC ..............................28 Navigating the Win-Situ Interface .............................30 Connecting the Aqua TROLL 500 to a PLC or Data Logger ....................32 SDI-12 3 Wire ..................................32 Modbus Master RS485 ................................33 Modbus Master with RS232 (Converter Required) ....................34 Modbus PLC Interface ..................................35 Overview ....................................35...
  • Page 4 Ammonia (Un-ionized Ammonia and Total Ammonia) ..................54 Chloride Sensor Specifications ............................54 Nitrate Sensor Specifications ............................55 More Information ....................................56 Appendix ......................................57 Appendix A: Sensor Discovery ............................57 Appendix B: Parameter Numbers and Locations ......................58 Appendix C: Unit IDs ................................60 Appendix D: Register Data Formats ..........................62 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 5: Instrument Overview

    Your equipment was carefully inspected before shipping. Check the equipment for any physical damage sustained during shipment. Notify In-Situ and file a claim with the carrier if there is any such damage; do not attempt to deploy or operate the instrument.

  • Page 6: Guidelines For Cleaning Returned Equipment

    Please complete and sign the form on page 12 (or a similar statement certifying that the equipment has been cleaned and decontaminated) and send it to us with each instrument. • We recommend the glassware cleaning product, Alconox, available from In-Situ and from laboratory supply companies. • Clean all cables and remove all foreign matter.

  • Page 7: Instrument Components

    3. Wiper motor 4. Sensors (4) 5. Restrictor 6. End Cap 7. Bumper Exploded View 2 8. Bulkhead connector End View Sensor Port Detail Flat edge of connector aligns Sensor with flat edge of Wiper motor ports Rugged Cable. port 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 8: Required Accessories

    Required Accessories Communication Device You will need a communication device to calibrate, configure and deploy the Aqua TROLL 500. Wireless TROLL Com Provides power to the Aqua TROLL 500. Configure and deploy with a Bluetooth-endabled Android device. Connects the Aqua TROLL 500 to a PC via USB or Bluetooth.

  • Page 9: Software

    Software Win-Situ 5 Software VuSitu Mobile App for PC Calibrate, configure and deploy the Aqua TROLL 500 from a Calibrate, configure and Bluetooth-enabled Android device. take readings with the Aqua TROLL 500 from a Download it from www.in-situ.com. Get it at play.google.com.

  • Page 10: Instrument Dimensions

    Instrument Dimensions 18.125” 2.04” 16.35” 1.85” 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 11: Lcd Screen

    LCD screen will display sensor Hold instrument horizontally and Tilt instrument left or right to status on activation. slowly tap Aqua TROLL 500 logo scroll through menu options. 3-4 times to view the main menu. Select an item when its...

  • Page 12: System Components

    Stripped-and-tinned Cable with male connector 0053310 Twist-Lock Bulkhead Connector 0053240 Cable Extender 0051490 Large Desiccant (titanium connector) 0051810 Large Desiccant (ABS connector) 0053550 Small Desiccant (3 pack) - storage desiccant 0052230 Desiccant Refill Kit for Large or Outboard 0029140 Desiccant 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 13: Calibration And Maintenance

    14 ppm, 140 ppm, 1400 ppm, DI water) Chloride Calibration Kit (includes 1 liter each: 0032150 35.5ppm, 355 ppm, 3545 ppm, DI water) Nitrate Calibration Kit (includes 1 liter each: 14 0032130 ppm, 140 ppm, 1400 ppm, DI water) 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 14: Spot Checking Configuration

    Spot Checking Configuration Take live readings with an Aqua TROLL 500, Rugged Cable, Wireless TROLL Com and a Bluetooth-enabled Android device. Wireless TROLL Com Powers the Aqua TROLL 500 during live readings. Communicates with the VuSitu mobile app via Bluetooth.

  • Page 15: Getting Started (Spot-Checking)

    Getting Started (Spot-Checking) Follow the steps below to set up and deploy the Aqua TROLL 500 when you intend to take live readings. See the next page for information about setting up and using the instrument in remote-monitoring applications. Unpack instrument.

  • Page 16: Installing Wiper Motor And Sensors

    Unscrew end cap from restrictor. Align sensor with interlock groove Tighten set-screw at base of each in wiper motor. sensor. Flip restrictor and install with Flip restrictor and replace end cap restrictor holes near center of before deployment. instrument for calibration. 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 17: Handling Ph And Ion-Selective Electrode Sensors (Ises)

    The wiper can severely reduce the life of the RDO Fast Cap. Wear will vary by application. Verify sensor performance prior to use and replace the Fast Cap if damaged. Inspect foil prior to each use. If damaged, replace cap. RDO Fast Cap Wiper 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 18: Connecting The Troll Com

    Connecting the TROLL Com Wireless TROLL Com You must connect the Aqua TROLL 500 to a Wireless TROLL Com to calibrate the instrument, configure or take live readings. Click Click Attach Rugged Cable to the Attach opposite end of cable to Press power button.

  • Page 19: Navigating Vusitu

    You can access all features of the app from this screen. Connected Instrument Screen Access help Access menu. information. Take single readings or continuously Calibrate record at two- sensors. second intervals. Access Disconnect instrument clock app from and telemetry instrument. settings. 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 20: Long-Press

    Press and hold any of Press an item and swipe and swipe right to reveal the items in a list of files. left to reveal the delete the sharing icon. and sharing icons. You can now select two or more items. 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 21: Calibrating The Sensors

    Use the solution-based procedure described below to calibrate all sensors except RDO. You will need the following items. • Calibration standard, or multiple standards for multi-point calibrations • Wireless TROLL Com connected to the Aqua TROLL 500 • Bluetooth-enabled Android device Connect the sonde to a Wireless...
  • Page 22 RDO 100% Saturation Calibration: Water Saturated Air Use the procedure below to calibrate the Aqua TROLL 500 RDO sensor, or see the next section for an alternative method. Sponge Place the restrictor in calibration Saturate a small sponge with Place sponge in restrictor.

  • Page 23: Live Readings In Vusitu

    Live Readings in VuSitu To take live readings with the Aqua TROLL 500 and VuSitu mobile app, the sonde must be connected to a Wireless TROLL Com. Snapshot Mode Live Readings Mode Take a single reading Take readings at two- and save to Snapshot second intervals.
  • Page 24 Data view and export. file and choose how you Files screen. wish to share it. Viewing Data Files Open a VuSitu data file in any web browser. Click the button at the top left to generate a CSV. 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 25: Remote-Monitoring Configuration (Telemetry)

    Remote-Monitoring Configuration (Telemetry) Tube 300 Provides power to the Aqua TROLL 500 and uploads data to a server via FTP Use ANT Tool software to setup data transfer before deployment Rugged Cable Connects Tube to a down-well instrument Aqua TROLL 500 Monitors water quality parameters during deployment.

  • Page 26: Getting Started (Remote Monitoring)

    • PC users visit www.in-situ.com to download Win-Situ 5 and the ANT Tube/Cube Tool • Mobile device users: play.google.com Connect instrument to TROLL Com. a. Connect the Aqua TROLL 500 to a Wireless TROLL Com with a Rugged Cable. b. Press the power button on the Wireless TROLL Com. Calibrate.

  • Page 27: Configuring The Cube/Tube

    Configuring the Cube/Tube Before deploying the Aqua TROLL 500 in a remote-monitoring application, configure the Tube/Cube and the sonde. Download and install the ANT Tool. Visit www.in-situ.com/software and download the ANT Tube/Cube Tool. Connect the Aqua TROLL 500 to your PC.

  • Page 28: Connecting To Win-Situ On A Pc

    Connecting to Win-Situ on a PC Connecting to Win-Situ via Bluetooth Download and install Win-Situ by visiting www.in-situ.com. The Wireless TROLL Com must be connected to the sonde and powered on to connect the instrument to Win-Situ. Click Add Bluetooth Open Win-Situ.
  • Page 29 Click the yellow connect sync device time with when asked to connect Settings from menu button at the bottom local system. now. bar and choose correct right of the screen. com port. Select Serial Communications button. Click check mark button. 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 30: Navigating The Win-Situ Interface

    Navigating the Win-Situ Interface Home Tab View data files Display Sites list Meter view List view Graph view Record Record snapshot current values Sensor Tab Set up sensor (double-click) Calibrate sensor Set up sensor 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...
  • Page 31 Device Setup Tab 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 32: Connecting The Aqua Troll 500 To A Plc Or Data Logger

    Connecting the Aqua TROLL 500 to a PLC or Data Logger SDI-12 3 Wire 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 33: Modbus Master Rs485

    Modbus Master RS485 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 34: Modbus Master With Rs232 (Converter Required)

    Modbus Master with RS232 (Converter Required) 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 35: Modbus Plc Interface

    Modbus PLC Interface Overview The Modbus PLC Interface is a simplified method of communicating with the Aqua TROLL 500 using the Modbus protocol. It reduces programming complexity and allows the user to remove sensors and reinstall them in different ports. Please observe the following limitations when using this interface: •...

  • Page 36: Programming The Plc

    6. Set the type of register to: 32-bit float a. If asked by the PLC this is 2 registers 7. Set the byte order to: Big Endean (MSB) a. This should be the default and may not be configurable on all PLCs 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 37: Reading Parameters

    Parameter Id: The ID of the parameter for this location. See: Full System Specification float Off line sentinel value: The value that’s returned on error or if the parameter isn’t available. The default sentinel is 0.0 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 38: Care And Maintenance

    The RDO-X Sensor Cap has a 2-year typical life. The RDO Fast Cap has a 1-year typical life. Follow the instructions included in the RDO Sensor Cap Replacement Kit. Replacement caps are available from In-Situ Inc. or your authorized In-Situ distributor.

  • Page 39: Cleaning The Sonde

    Unscrew the reference junction and discard. • Replace the filling solution and screw in a new reference junction. • Soak for 15 minutes, then calibrate the sensor. Keep the junction damp at all times to avoid a lengthy rewetting process. 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 40: Cleaning

    6. After cleaning the sensor, perform a 2-point calibration. Cleaning the optical window 1. Remove the cap. 2. Gently wipe the sensing window with the supplied lens cloth. Do not wet the lens with any liquid. 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 41: Storage

    Do not use solvents on the sensor. Storage Prior to installation, store the sensor in the factory supplied container. Once installed on the sonde, the turbidity sensor can be stored wet or dry depending on the sensor configuration of the sonde. 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 42: Instrument Specifications

    Vented or non-vented polyurethane or vented Tefzel® Hex screw driver 0.050 in. (1.3 mm) Android: VuSitu through Google Play Software Windows: Win-Situ 5 Data Services: HydroVu Interface Android 4.4, requires BlueTooth 2.0 Certifications CE, FCC, WEEE, RoHS Compliant 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 43: Sensor Specifications

    Ammonium 6 months 6 to 12 Monthly 0° to 40° C months Chloride 6 months 1 year or Monthly 0° to 40° C greater Nitrate 6 months 6 to 12 Monthly 0° to 40° C months 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 44: Accuracy, Range & Resolution

    Response Time T63<3s, T90<15s, T95<30s pH, mV Units of Measure Std. Methods 4500-H+, EPA 150.2 Method +/- 5 mV Accuracy ±1400 mV Range Resolution/Precision 0.1 mV T63<3s, T90<15s, T95<30s Response Time Units of Measure Std. Methods 2580 Method 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...
  • Page 45 0.01 mg/L RDO-X: T63<15s, T90<45s, T95<60s Response Time Fast Cap: T63<15s, T90<45s, T95<60s mg/L, %saturation, ppm Units of Measure EPA-approved In-Situ Methods: 1002-8-2009, 1003-8-2009, Method 1004-8-2009 Turbidity +/-2% of reading or +/-2 NTU, FNU, w.i.g. Accuracy 0 – 4,000 NTU...
  • Page 46 76 m (250 ft.) - Burst: 107 m (350 ft.) 100 m (325 ft.) - Burst: 200 m (650 ft.) 0.01% full scale Resolution/Precision T63<1s, T90<1s, T95<1s Response Time Units of Measure Pressure: psi, kPa, bar, mbar, inHg, mmHg; Level: in, ft., mm, cm, m; Level: in, ft., mm, cm, m Method Piezoresistive; Ceramic 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...
  • Page 47 Warranty 1 year - pH/ORP, chloride ISE, accessories 90 Days - Nitrate and Ammonium ISE sensors Other: see warranty policy (www.in-situ.com/warranty) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Android is a trademark of Google, Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Delrin and Tefzel are trademarks of E.I.

  • Page 48: Potential Interferents

    NH 100 ppm NH 10 ppm NH 1 ppm NH Celsium (Cs Potassium (K Thalium (TI 3100 pH (H pH 1.6 pH 2.6 pH 3.6 Silver (Ag 270,000 27,000 2,700 Lithium (Li 35,000 3,500 Sodium (Na 11,100 1,100 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...
  • Page 49 7 x 10 Perchlorate (CIO 7 x 10 0.04 Iodide (I Chlorate (CIO3 Cyanide (CN Bromide (Br Nitrite (NO Hydrogen Sulfide (HS Bicarbonate (HCO Carbonate (CO 8,600 Chloride (Cl 7,600 3,464 Dihydrogen Phosphate 34,640 3,430 Hydrogen Phosphate 34,300 (HPO 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 50: Total Dissolved Solids

    *Accuracy at calibration points. For greatest accuracy over instrument life, keep the conductivity cell submersed in water for 24-48 hours prior to calibration and deployment. Total Dissolved Solids TDS is derived from conductivity and temperature. Range 0 to 350 ppt Resolution 0.1 ppt Units of Measure ppt, ppm 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 51: Dissolved Oxygen Rdo Sensor Specifications

    Resolution 0.01 mg/L Sensor Type Removable with replaceable RDO-X Cap Response Time RDO-X Cap: T63<15s, T90<45s, T95<60s Units of Measure mg/L, % saturation, ppm Methodology EPA-approved In-Situ Methods (under the Alternate Test Procedure process): 1002-8-2009, 1003-8-2009, 1004-8- 2009 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 52: Level, Depth And Pressure Sensor Specifications

    *Accuracy from standard at 25° C. **At thermal equilibrium immediately following calibration, measuring from air to +400 mV pH Sensor Specifications Accuracy ±0.1 pH units or better Range 0 to 14 pH units Resolution 0.01 pH unit Sensor Type Replaceable pH/ORP combo sensor 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 53: Temperature Sensor Specifications

    Sensor Type Replaceable Response Time T63<1s, T90<1s, T95<1s Units of Measure NTU, FNU Methodology ISO 7027 Total Suspended Solids TSS is derived from turbidity. Range 0 to 1,500 mg/L Resolution 0.1 mg/L Units of Measure ppt, mg/L User-defined reference. 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 54: Ammonium Sensor Specifications

    Accuracy ±10% or ±2 mg/L, w.i.g.* Range 0-190,000 mg/L - CL Resolution 0.01 mg/L Sensor Type Removable Response Time* T90 < 10sec, T95 < 30sec Units of Measure mg/L, ppm, mV Methodology Std. Methods 4500-Cl *Between calibration points. 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 55: Nitrate Sensor Specifications

    Max Depth 25 m, 30 PSI Range 0-10,000 mg/L as N Resolution 0.01 mg/L Sensor Type Removable Response Time* T90 < 10sec, T95 < 30sec Units of Measure mg/L, ppm, mV Methodology Std. Methods 4500-NO *Between calibration points. 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 56: More Information

    More Information To learn more about the Aqua TROLL 500, telemetry, software and other In-Situ products, see the resources listed below. Visit www.in-situ.com Find information about In-Situ water quality, water level, telemetry and other products. Download software, manuals and product instructions.

  • Page 57: Appendix

    Appendix B for a description of the parameter ids. Parameter ID Map Register 13...2 6984 14...3 6985 30...19 6986 46...35 6987 65...51 6988 78...67 6989 94...83 6990 110...99 6991 126...115 6992 142...131 6993 158...147 6994 174...163 6995 190...179 6996 206...195 6997 219...211 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 58: Appendix B: Parameter Numbers And Locations

    Ammonium (NH ) mV 5724 5723 162 = mg/L Ammonia as 5731 5730 117 = mg/L Nitrogen (NH as N) Concentration Total Ammonia as 5738 5737 117 = mg/L Nitrogen (NH as N) Concentration 5780 5779 162 = mg/L 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...
  • Page 59 5821 118 = μg/L Phycocyanin Concentration Blue Green Algae- 5829 5828 257 = RFU Phycocyanin Fluorescence Intensity Blue Green Algae- 5850 5849 118 = μg/L Phycocerythrin Concentration Blue Green Algae- 5857 5856 257 = RFU Phycocerythrin Fluorescence Intensity 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 60: Appendix C: Unit Ids

    Millisiemens per centimeter Resistivity (81-96) ohm-cm Ohm-centimeters Salinity (97-112) Practical salinty units Parts per thousand salinity Concentration (113-128) Parts per million Parts per thousand (available) (available) mg/L Milligrams per liter µg/L Micrograms per liter (deprecated, no longer available) 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...
  • Page 61 Milliliters per minute kL/day Thousands of liters per day Volume (225-240) Cubic feet Gallons Mgal Millions of gallons Cubic meters Liters acre-ft Acre feet Milliliters Millions of liters Thousands of liters acre-in Acre inches % (241-256) Percent 1-970-498-1500 www.in-situ.com...

  • Page 62: Appendix D: Register Data Formats

    Meters per second Appendix D: Register Data Formats The Modbus protocol specification requires any multiple-byte data type to be transmitted in Big Endean order, or most significant byte (MSB) first. In-Situ devices shall use the following register data formats. Type Size...

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