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Manual NEP-5000-LINK Version: 20200304 Status: Final Confidentiality: Not confidential Date: 04 March 2020 Author: Ludovic Grosjean www.observator.com Manual | NEP-5000-LINK Page 1 | 34 Status: Final | Not confidential V20200304...
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Document history The Observator range is in continuous development and so specifications may be subject to change without prior notice. When in doubt about the accuracy of this document, contact the Observator Group. Reference documents Type of document / tool Product type and name (incl.
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Summary Thanks for purchasing the new Analite NEP-5000-LINK wireless handheld display and logging solution. It will give you years of service if you install and maintain the turbidity monitoring system according to guidelines as set out in this manual. What is NEP-5000-LINK?
Table of contents Applications ........................5 Safety ..........................6 Specification ........................7 Pinout & wiring diagram ....................9 What you will find in the box ..................10 Accessories ........................11 Installation ........................13 Install the sensor for the first time ..................... 13 Charging the battery .......................... 15 Android application interface ..................16 Activate the Global Positioning System (GPS) location &...
Applications Typical use of the NEP-5000-LINK device include applications such as: 1. Monitoring of streams and rivers 2. Monitoring of water storage bodies including stratification studies 3. Intermediate and final effluent treatment monitoring 4. Hydrological run off studies 5. Ground and bore water analysis 6.
Safety Do not connect anything that is potentially electrical to the metal body of the sensor. If you do, it may result in electrical shocks that could harm you or destroy your instruments. Do not attempt to force the wiper mechanism while operating or you may harm yourself due to the higher torque level.
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Connectivity NEP-5000-LINK interface (Bluetooth module) Scalable Parallel Processor (SPP) profile NEP-5000 Transistor–Transistor Logic (TTL) (not polled) (streaming) Power supply 450mAh – 7.4V Rechargeable Lithium Ion battery (Battery life ~6 hours of operation) (CAN.NB-10L) Power supply, charge through 7.4V power pack, powers on when sensor is plugged in Auto power off when battery is less than 20% Long press power off Android application...
Pinout & wiring diagram The Pinout configuration of the NEP-5000-LINK is the following: Pin number Meaning Ground (GND) (Spare) Transistor–Transistor Logic (TTL) Comms Volt VAR Control (VCC)-sensor Charge (Spare) Manual | NEP-5000-LINK Page 9 | 34 Status: Final | Not confidential V20200304...
What you will find in the box When the product is delivered, this is what you will find in the box: Items found in the box 90° turbidity sensor NEP-LINK-TURB NEP-5000-LINK interface module NEP-LINK-BTM Charging cable NEP-LINK-CHARGE Standard Li-Ion battery NEP-LINK-BAT NEP-5000-LINK interface module hook NEP-LINK-HOOK...
Accessories Observator Instruments offers a wide range of accessories for the NEP- 5000-LINK range. These products are available directly from the website. Accessories Spare turbidity sensor (can be a replacement 90° or optional 180° backscatter) NEP-LINK-TURB Spare charging adapter NEP-LINK-CHARGE...
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Accessories Wiper replacement kit NEP-WIPER-KIT Spare NEP-5000-LINK interface module NEP-LINK-BTM Shroud NEP-SHRD-D NEP-5000-LINK interface module hook NEP-LINK-HOOK Calibration solutions NEP-CAL-GFS Brown bottle for calibration NEP-CAL-BTL Manual | NEP-5000-LINK Page 12 | 34 Status: Final | Not confidential V20200304...
Installation 7.1 Install the sensor for the first time Connect the Li-Ion battery to the NEP-5000-LINK interface module (normally installed when provided). If it is not, please follow the instruction described in chapter 10. Section 10.1: “Battery replacement”. To install the Android application on your smartphone, use the following link, download and install the “.apk file”...
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Press on the NEP-5000-LINK interface module button and you will notice the blue Light-Emitting Diode (LED) indicator turning on. If you cannot see the blue indicator light, it means the NEP-5000-LINK interface module is not powered. Blue LED is on Note: In the event where the indicator is not lighting up, ensure that the NEP-5000-LINK interface module has enough battery (refer to the Section 10.1: “Battery replacement”...
7.2 Charging the battery 1. Connect the provided charging adapter to the NEP-5000-LINK interface module and apply power. 2. At any time, you can monitor the charging status of the module by pressing on the NEP-5000-LINK interface button. The LED indicator is flashing green, blue and red to indicate that the battery is charging.
Android application interface 8.1 Activate the Global Positioning System (GPS) location & Bluetooth 1. Go to your phone options. 2. Activate the GPS location of your phone. 3. Activate Bluetooth. Manual | NEP-5000-LINK Page 16 | 34 Status: Final | Not confidential V20200304...
8.2 Pair the sensor via Bluetooth Blue indicator is flashing After having activated the Bluetooth of your phone: 1. Turn on the NEP-5000-LINK interface by pressing on the blue button, make sure that the blue LED indicator turns on. Note: Step 2 to 5 are to be completed only the first time you connect to a new sensor.
8.3 Launch the app & connect to sensor 1. Search for “NEP-LINK” application in Google Play store or alternatively scan the Quick Response Code (QR) code below. Download and open the software. 2. Wait for the app to load. 3. Search for device to connect to by pressing on “Find Device”.
8.4 Record data 1. When connecting to the sensor for the first time, wait a few seconds in order to load the data. 2. Press on “Start logging to start the record”. If a “Wiping” message appears on the screen it means that the sensor is wiping and not taking further measurements.
8.5 Export data 1. Go to the menu page by clicking on the left-hand side Icon. 2. Select “Logged Data” menu. 3. “Logged Data” menu will display the records available from the most recent to the oldest, click on the icon of the selected record to display options.
8.6 View a record 1. In the menu page select “Logged Data” menu. 2. “Logged Data” menu will display the records available from the most recent to the oldest, click on any record to display the logged data. 3. The record displays the average turbidity and temperature information as well as a record of all turbidity measurements.
8.7 Comment a record 1. Follow steps 1, 2 and 6 of the previous section “View a Record”. 2. Type your comments in the “comments box”. 3. Press the green icon to save your comment. Manual | NEP-5000-LINK Page 22 | 34 Status: Final | Not confidential V20200304...
8.8 Turn off NEP-5000-LINK interface We highly recommend to disconnect the wireless when not taking measurements. 1. In the menu page select “Devices” menu. 2. Click on “Disconnect from NEP- LINK” button to disconnect the sensor. This will immediately turn off the NEP- 5000-LINK interface module and turn off the Bluetooth LED indicator.
8.10 Delete a record 1. In the menu page select “Logged “Data” menu. 2. “Logged Data” menu will display the records available from the most recent to the oldest, click on the icon of the selected record to display options. 3.
8.11 Access additional information 1. On the menu page select “About” menu. 2. Compatibility information and documentation links are available on the “About” page. 8.12 Change sensor name 1. On the menu page select “Live data” menu. 2. Click on the sensor name. 3.
8.13 Read the Bluetooth battery level 1. In the menu page select “Live data” menu. 2. The battery level is displayed on the top right corner. 3. When Bluetooth interface module is charging, sensor real-time data is no-longer available. Manual | NEP-5000-LINK Page 26 | 34 Status: Final | Not confidential V20200304...
8.14 Export in local folder 1. Follow steps 1, 2, 3 of the section “Export data”. Press on “Save into local folder”. 2. The exported record will be automatically saved into your local folder. 3. To open the file, search on your local folder.
Deployment 9.1 Deploy the sensor 1. Start by considering the environment of operation: always operate wearing appropriate safety equipment in safe operating conditions. 2. The sensor is normally installed with the optics pointing downwards (but not vertical) or in a horizontal alignment.
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3. In a simple application the sensor is simply immersed into the water to the desired depth, but within the depth rating of the sensor. Please note the depth rating is based on stagnant water. 4. Allowances must be made for the effect of flowing water to ensure the stagnant depth rating is not exceeded.
If the sensor body is to be installed in a cable gland fitting (for insertion into a pipe, etc.) then care must be taken to ensure the sealing surface pressures offered by the gland fitting are not excessive so as to not cause distortion of the sensor casing and force leakage.
10 Maintenance & calibration 10.1 Battery replacement 1. Please unscrew the cover of the Bluetooth interface module. 2. Open the Li-Ion battery holder and remove the battery. 3. Replace the new battery by aligning the pin of the battery to the connector. Manual | NEP-5000-LINK Page 31 | 34 Status: Final | Not confidential...
4. Close the Li-Ion battery holder. 5. Finally, screw the cover of the Bluetooth interface module. 10.2 Cleaning the sensor After each use, do not disconnect the sensor from the hand-held. It is strongly recommended that the sensor be thoroughly washed in clean water after deployment and prior to storage. In the field, wash the sensor with fresh water and clean it with a soft cloth.
In order to calibrate, you will need complementary modules not included in this kit: The calibration cable and the calibration module can be purchased separately. Alternatively, you can send the module back to Observator Instruments for calibration. Before calibrating the sensor, please read Chapter 10 of the “NEP-500 manual” available on our website.
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