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- Page 1 FluoMini Pro Optical Chlorophyll Fluorescence (CF) Sensor User manual System information FluoMini Pro type: 102 Firmware: version 200501 Software: version 2.21 Baudrate: 19200 www.sendot.nl...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
2.3.2. Digital sensor ......................6 2.3.3. Analog sensor ......................7 2.4. Display and buttons ....................7 Measuring with the FluoMini Pro Optical CF Sensor ............9 3.1. Measurement principle ....................9 3.2. Ending the standby mode ................... 9 3.2.1. Handheld sensor ..................... 9 3.2.2. - Page 3 4.4. Transmitter settings (analog) ..................16 4.4.1. Transmitter On/Off ....................16 4.4.2. Interval time ......................16 4.4.3. A-out Test ......................17 4.4.4. Memory ......................... 17 4.5. Sensor settings ......................18 4.5.1. Calibrate ....................... 18 4.5.2. Enter Cal. data ...................... 19 4.5.3.
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Page 4: General
Software 2.21 Firmware 200501 1.1.1. Scope of delivery • FluoMini Pro Optical CF Sensor (handheld, analog or digital) • Fiber with stainless steel probe or leaf clip • USB cable (1.0 m) • Analog cable (1.0 m, for analog sensor only) •... -
Page 5: Important User Instructions
Connectivity Handheld: USB serial interface Digital: USB serial interface digital output / TTL serial port Analog: USB serial interface 4 – 20 mA output (4 wires) 12 – 24 V AC/DC Output signal USB serial interface port Dimensions (l x w x h in mm) 169 x 62 x 25 Weight (g) Housing material... -
Page 6: Transport, Storage And Disposal
1.4. Transport, storage and disposal This product is subject to the “GENERAL RESEARCH, ADVICE, SALES, DELIVERY AND PAYMENT CONDITIONS OF SENDOT RESEARCH BV (deposited with no. 62488295 bij KvK Haaglanden)”. It can be downloaded from www.sendot.nl. -
Page 7: Installation
For the installation of a digital or analog sensor, please read the corresponding manual. 2.2. Type probe The FluoMini Pro Optical CF Sensor is either provided with a leaf clip for the measurements on leaves of living plants or with a stainless-steel read-out probe better suited for the measurements on seeds. -
Page 8: Analog Sensor
2.3.3. Analog sensor The sensor can be connected to a Windows or Android system by means of a USB cable. A battery is not included, so the sensor must be attached to a power source via the USB port for use. - Page 9 Measure/Enter button This button is used to end the standby mode. This and additional features of this button are always visible on the display (bottom right). This button has several features, but for simplicity, it is named Measure/Enter button throughout this manual. Down button Up button Reset button...
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Page 10: Measuring With The Fluomini Pro Optical Cf Sensor
3. Measuring with the FluoMini Pro Optical CF Sensor 3.1. Measurement principle The FluoMini Chlorophyll Fluorescence (CF) Seed Sensor measures the fluorescence of chlorophyll after excitation with a (blue) light pulse. The fluorescence light from all fluorescing substances emitting at a wavelength of 600 and above will be detected. The light emitted from the sensor is pulsed to separate the fluorescence light from ambient light. -
Page 11: Analog Sensor
When the sensor is connected through the serial digital port it will operate in a special mode. For more information about running the sensor through the digital port please contact Sendot Research via phone (+31 (0)30-636-8477) or e-mail (info@sendot.nl). -
Page 12: Logger And Transmitter Function
1. Press the Measure/Enter button to activate the sensor. 2. Press the Measure/Enter button for 2 seconds to start continuous measurements. 3. Press the Measure/Enter button for 2 seconds to stop continuous measurements. Tip: The sensor will store measurements not automatically. This can be changed. For further information see chapter 4.2.3 and 4.3. -
Page 13: Settings
4. Settings 4.1. Main menu The main menu can be entered by pressing the Menu/Exit button. The screen with the different setting options will be opened. The main menu consists of four submenus: <General settings>, <Logger settings>, <Sensor settings>, and <System info>. To navigate towards any menu, use the Up and Down buttons and enter a submenu with the Measure/Enter button. -
Page 14: Power Management
4.2.2. Power management I In this menu, the standby mode can be turned on and off. Default, this function is turned on, so the sensor will turn into standby mode after 30 sec. 1. Open the menu <General settings>. 2. Open the menu <Power management>. 3. -
Page 15: Logger Settings (Handheld/Digital)
4.3. Logger settings (handheld/digital) With the logger function continuous measurements are performed and stored internally. Within the menu <Logger settings> the logger function can be turned on and off, the interval time of the measurements can be set, or the stored data erased. Use the Up and Down buttons to navigate to the desired submenu. -
Page 16: Interval Time
4.3.2. Interval time In this menu, the time interval between the measurements during logging can be changed. For the most applications, an interval time of 5 min or higher is sufficient. The interval time should be set before the first use of the sensor. 1. -
Page 17: Transmitter Settings (Analog)
4.4. Transmitter settings (analog) With the transmitter function continuous measurements are performed and send to an external device, e.g. computer. Within the menu <Transmitter settings> the transmitter function can be turned on and off, the interval time of the measurements can be set, stored data erased and the analog output being tested. -
Page 18: A-Out Test
5. Use the Measure/Enter button (Next) to navigate to the next position in time (hh:mm:ss). 6. Confirm the setting and close menu with the Measure/Enter button. 4.4.3. A-out Test This function only applicable for analog sensors and is to test the analog output signal send to an external device, e.g. -
Page 19: Sensor Settings
Within this menu, the sensor can be calibrated automatically or manually. 4.5.1. Calibrate The FluoMini Pro CF Sensor will be delivered fully calibrated. Nevertheless, to calibrate the sensor the included calibration cap is needed. Calibration can be performed either as a 1-point (with calibration cap) or 2-point (with and without calibration cap). -
Page 20: Enter Cal. Data
For a 2-point calibration: 1. Use the Up and Down buttons to set the reference value (noted on the calibration cap). 2. Confirm the setting with the Measure/Enter button (Set). 3. Ensure that no calibration cap is applied. 4. Wait until the measured value on the display is stable and press the Measure/Enter button (Apply). -
Page 21: Measurement Settings
4.5.3. Measurement settings Within this menu, the measurement units and the sensitivity of the measurement can be changed. For the units it is possible to switch between counts and mg/g. In case of the sensitivity, it can be switched between three intensities. Remark: The unit mg/g stands for mg chlorophyll per g dried material originating from the measurement spot. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Close the hole with the screw again. 5. If there is still no response, please contact Sendot Research via phone (+31 (0)30- 636-8477) or e-mail ((info@sendot.nl). The following errors can be visible on the display: Error opening logfile 1. - Page 23 Sendot Research B.V. Nieuwe Schaft 2 3991 AS Houten The Netherlands Phone: +31 (0)30-636 84 77 Mail: info@sendot.nl...
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