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Control panel with indicators ..........16 4 Transport and storage Checking the delivery ............17 Storing the packaging ............17 5 Installation Setting up the product ............18 Installing Misa Cal on Windows ........18 Installing Misa Cal M for Android ........19 ■■■■■■■■...
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5.4.1 Charging the internal battery ..........20 5.4.2 Battery charge indicator ............20 Switching Misa on and off ..........21 Connecting Misa via USB ........... 22 Connecting Misa via Bluetooth ......... 22 6 Operation and control Attaching Smart Tips ............24 Acquiring data ..............
Overview 1 Overview Instrument description Metrohm Instant SERS Analyzer (Misa) is a high performance, portable analyzer system used for rapid trace level detection / identification of illicit materials, food additives and food contaminants. Misa features a high- efficiency spectrograph equipped with Metrohm's unique Orbital-Raster- Scan (ORS) technology.
The latest version of Misa Cal desktop software and firmware can be downloaded from the following link: https://www.metrohm.com/en-us/support-and-service/software-center/ The Misa Cal M mobile app is available from Google Play™, search for Misa Cal M or scan the following QR code: ■■■■■■■■...
Overview Additional Information Refer to following software tutorials for more information: Misa Cal software tutorial (8.0105.8024) ■ Misa Cal M mobile app tutorial (8.0105.8025) ■ 1.5.1 Accessories Up-to-date information on the scope of delivery and optional accessories for your product can be found on the Internet. You can download this...
Product safety ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ 2 Safety Product safety This product exhibited no flaws in terms of technical safety at the time it left the factory. To preserve this status and ensure non-hazardous opera- tion of the product, the following instructions must be observed carefully. Hazard levels The following warning messages indicate the severity of the danger and its possible effects.
■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Safety CAUTION Health hazards or severe property damage Warns of dangerous situations or unsafe actions that could result in moderate injuries or considerable property damage. Lists measures to avoid hazard. Warning symbols Make sure that any additional hazard symbols are marked on the product for your operation of the product.
– Warning of risk of injury by laser radiation – Warning of dangerous optical radiation Intended use Metrohm products are used for the analysis and handling of chemicals and other materials. Usage therefore requires the user to have basic knowledge and experience in handling chemicals.
If you suspect that moisture has gotten into the instrument, dis- ■ connect the instrument from the energy supply. Then notify Met- rohm Service. Only personnel who have been issued Metrohm qualification may ■ perform service and repair work on electrical and electronic com- ponents.
WARNING Risk of injury by laser radiation Misa is a class 1 laser product and is safe under all conditions of nor- mal use. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of proce- dures other than those specified in the user manual may result in exposure to hazardous levels of laser radiation.
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Bluetooth label Laser specifications / article number and serial number Type plate Laser classification Laser classification Misa corresponds to the following laser classification: Class 1 laser product ■ Laser specifications The following specifications refer to the laser embedded in Misa: ■■■■■■■■...
Responsibility of the operator ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Max Power: 100 mW Wavelength: 785 nm Complies with Complies with IEC 60825-1:2014 21 CFR 1040.1 & 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007 2.5.5 Danger from radiofrequency radiation CAUTION Exposure to radiofrequency radiation This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth...
■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Safety Personnel requirement Only qualified personnel may operate this product. A qualified person is a user who has thoroughly reviewed this document and has a comprehen- sive understanding of the operations of the instrument. The instrument is used for the analysis of chemical compounds, some of which may be hazardous.
Overview of the instrument Figure 2 Misa – Front Control panel with indicators Storage compartment Allows operation of Misa and displays its Storage for samples and Smart Tips. status. See "Control panel with indicators", page 16. USB connector Rubber foot Connects Misa to a computer.
Smart Tips contain a memory chip so that the instrument can identify them. Due to design, Smart Tips will not allow operation of Misa when seated in an incorrect position. The following Smart Tips are available: Figure 3 Misa –...
"Battery charge indicator", page 20. Acquisition button On/off switch Activates the laser for data acquisition. Switches Misa on or off. The on/off switch lights up green when Misa is switched on. See "Switching Misa on and off", page 21. ■■■■■■■■...
■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Transport and storage 4 Transport and storage Checking the delivery Immediately upon arrival of the merchandise, check the shipment against the delivery note to ensure completeness and absence of damage. Storing the packaging The product is supplied in extremely protective packaging together with the separately packed accessories.
The power cord, where available, or other cables connecting to control instruments must be accessible during operation. Installing Misa Cal on Windows Refer to the Misa Cal software tutorial (8.0105.8024) for the installation of Misa Cal desktop software on a Windows® computer. Figure 5 Misa Cal –...
■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Installation Installing Misa Cal M for Android Refer to the Misa Cal M mobile app tutorial (8.0105.8025) for the installa- tion of Misa Cal M on an Android™ device. Figure 6 Misa Cal M – Home screen ■■■■■■■■...
Charging the internal battery 1 To supply Misa with energy and charge the internal battery, connect Misa with the USB Mini-B cable to a 5V USB power supply unit or a computer. The battery charge indicator flashes slowly while the battery is charg- ing.
1 Disconnect the instrument from Misa Cal or Misa Cal M. 2 Press the on/off switch. The green light of the on/off switch goes out. Misa is switched off. Resetting Misa A reset can be performed on the instrument if any errors are encountered during its operation.
Misa Cal to Misa. Connecting Misa to a USB power supply unit via USB 1 Connect Misa to a 5V USB power supply unit using the USB Mini-B cable. Connection via USB to a 5V USB power supply unit supplies Misa with energy and charges the internal battery of Misa.
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■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Installation Refer to the Misa Cal M mobile app tutorial (8.0105.8025) for more infor- mation about the connection of Misa Cal M to Misa. ■■■■■■■■...
Attaching Smart Tips ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ 6 Operation and control Attaching Smart Tips Using Calibration Standard 1 Attach the Smart Tip by engaging the bottom edge of the Smart Tip into the bottom edge of the magnetic Smart Tip fixture. Rotate the Smart Tip into position.
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■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Operation and control Using Misa Vial Holder NOTICE The lid contains a safety feature which cancels the measurement and stops the laser if you open the lid. 1 Attach the Smart Tip by engaging the bottom edge of the Smart Tip into the bottom edge of the magnetic Smart Tip fixture.
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Attaching Smart Tips ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ 2 Open the lid and insert a vial to measure its content. 3 Close the lid. ■■■■■■■■...
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■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Operation and control Using P-SERS Attachment NOTICE The lid contains a safety feature which cancels the measurement and stops the laser if you open the lid. 1 Attach the Smart Tip by engaging the bottom edge of the Smart Tip into the bottom edge of the magnetic Smart Tip fixture.
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2 Open the lid and place the P-SERS strip, printed side down and facing the laser aperture, into the slot. The P-SERS Attachment accommodates the strip at the optimal depth. NOTICE Only use Metrohm P-SERS strips with the P-SERS Attachment. ■■■■■■■■...
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■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Operation and control 3 Close the lid. 4 After the data acquisition (see "Acquiring data", page 30), open the lid of the P-SERS Attachment and remove the strip. 5 Wipe down interior surfaces with a laboratory wipe or swab. Use ethanol or isopropanol to clean the Smart Tip.
Misa Cal – General overview Misa Cal M mobile app Refer to the Misa Cal M mobile app tutorial (8.0105.8025) for instruction on using Misa Cal M app on an Android device to acquire data and con- figure the instrument. ■■■■■■■■...
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■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Operation and control Figure 8 Misa Cal M – Home screen ■■■■■■■■...
Metrohm. Shorter maintenance intervals may be necessary if you frequently work with caustic and corro- sive chemicals. Metrohm Service personnel are properly trained in proce- dures for safely repairing the instrument. Routine cleaning of the instrument can be done using non-corrosive cleansers such as water, ethanol, or acetone.
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If you suspect that moisture has gotten into the instrument, dis- ■ connect the instrument from the energy supply. Then notify Met- rohm Service. Only personnel who have been issued Metrohm qualification may ■ perform service and repair work on electrical and electronic com- ponents.
■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ 8 Disposal This product is covered by European Directive, WEEE – Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment. The correct disposal of your old product will help to prevent negative effects on the environment and public health. More details about the disposal of your old product can be obtained from your local authorities, from waste disposal companies or from your local dealer.
■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Technical specifications 9 Technical specifications Ambient conditions Nominal function range –20 to +50 °C at max. 80% relative humidity, noncondens- Storage and transport –20 to +50 °C Energy supply Internal battery specifications 3.6 V, Li-Ion not user serviceable Nominal input voltage 5 V DC Power consumption max.
Depth 220 mm Height 80 mm Samples for Vial Holder Vials 15 mm x 26 mm Samples for P-SERS Attachment P-SERS strips use only with Metrohm P- SERS strips Weight 1,100 g Material Housing Polypropylene Base Anodized Aluminium Accessories covering...
■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Regulatory information 10 Regulatory information FCC Part 15 Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation.
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■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ FCC Grant of Equipment Authorizations of this device and transmitters installed in this device can be found at FCC website by entering the FCC ID number on the device. ■■■■■■■■...
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