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- Page 2 The information contained in this manual is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest information about documentation updates for your specific instrument, please contact your local FOSS representative.
- Page 7 This user manual is intended for users operating the NIRS™ DS3 / DS3 F . Please read the manual carefully and act accordingly. For safety reasons, personnel not familiar with the safety information and operating instructions should not be permitted to use the instrument. Explanation of safety symbols used in this manual.
- Page 9 The instrument is only compliant if no changes or modifications are made to the device. NIRS DS3 / DS3 F is compliant with the requirement for RF exposure in US with <50 mm separation distance between the user and/or bystander of the device.
- Page 10 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Warranty conditions are either specified on the order confirmation of the purchase order together with the invoice, or in the contract with the FOSS representative and only apply if: •...
- Page 11 • Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution. • The name of the author may not be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.
- Page 13 This instrument uses near-infrared spectral energy in the range 400-2500 nm (NIRS DS3) / 850-2500 nm (NIRS DS3 F) to illuminate the sample. By measuring the energy reflected off the sample, chemical information and composition may be determined.
- Page 14 Fig. 2 Front view Fig. 3 Rear view...
- Page 15 Fig. 4 Sample cup in instrument All sample cups used with NIRS DS3 / DS3 F fulfil the ISO 12099 requirement of a quartz window to eliminate drying effects of the interacting sample surface layer. Analysis can be done with a range of different sample cups. The most commonly used are the small cup and the large cup.
- Page 16 Fig. 5 Sample cups There is a radio-frequency identification (RFID) tag on all cups. The RFID tag contains information about cup type and a unique cup ID for each cup. • The unique cup ID is stored together with each analysis providing traceability. •...
- Page 17 Fig. 6 Other cups and accessories The Large Cup Extension fits on the bottom part of the large sample cup. It can be used when a larger sample volume is required in order to scan a representative portion of the sample.
- Page 18 Gold reflector A holder that allows for use of the NIRS ring cup is available. This permits scanning of an ISI ring cup on the NIRS DS3 / DS3 F. Its primary use is for cross- standardisation between NIR platforms.
- Page 19 Fig. 9 ISIscan Nova help file ISIscan Nova is the operating software for the NIRS DS3 / DS3 F. It contains all necessary functionalities for the normal analysis routines: •...
- Page 20 The two scenarios are elaborated below. • The Routine Operator operates NIRS DS3 / DS3 F via ISIscan Nova software. • One PC is used for both ISIscan Nova and Local configurator software. This PC also contains the backup of data and configuration settings.
- Page 21 • The Routine Operator operates the NIRS DS3 / DS3 F via ISIscan Nova software. • The FossConnect server is used for backup of data and configuration settings. The FossConnect server can either be FOSS hosted or customer hosted. Please contact your local FOSS representative for more details.
- Page 22 The analyser is supplied with software to support all the necessary functions and features to operate the system on a daily basis. At start-up of the instrument you will see the screen shown in Fig. 12. Fig. 12 Start-up screen The Result view (Fig.
- Page 23 Fig. 13 Result view The central part of the screen shows information about the sample being analysed. The information depends on the definitions that have been setup in FossManager. The left part of the screen is related to the analytical result and the right part is related to various user-defined fields containing sample registration information.
- Page 24 The Progress indicator shows the progress of the instrument scanning. The results will be displayed when all calculations are completed. This may be a couple of seconds after the progress indicator is filled. Fig. 17 Should there be an unexpected error or an opened lid during an analysis, it will be shown with a colour indication in the lower left corner of the screen (see Fig.
- Page 25 Fig. 19 History view If product limits are used, a result exceeding a warning or action limit will be displayed with either a yellow (warning) or red (action) background. If you click in the coloured cell, the detailed view will open with information about the exceeded limits.
- Page 26 Fig. 21 Graph view The two drop down lists above the displayed graph allow you to select the parameter or parameters to be displayed. The Edit button in the lower right corner allows you to change the format of the graphs.
- Page 27 Fig. 23 The information tab in Details view All registrations linked to the sample by the user: • Sample number • Sample comments • User-Defined Fields Information about how and when the sample was analysed: • Product • Sample cup •...
- Page 28 The Reports function (pos. 6 in Fig. 12) enables printing and export of results according to predefined templates. Fig. 24 Fig. 25 Reports The Care menu (Fig. 26) is used for operations that are not related to routine analysis, such as shutting down the software or running instrument diagnostics. Usually only five buttons are available, but more buttons can be displayed by clicking Show Advanced Settings.
- Page 29 An Installation Report is included with the accompanying documentation. Please answer the questions in the Installation Report and return it to FOSS in the enclosed postage paid envelope. If anything is damaged/missing or if you have any questions, please contact your FOSS representative.
- Page 30 For a Local setup (using Local Configurator) only one network connection is needed. A WiFi connection could be used for connecting PC to the internet (but not for connecting to the instrument). Use the enclosed network cable for connecting the instrument to a PC. We recommend that the WiFi be turned off during the first connection;...
- Page 31 1. Switch on instrument. Wait for the orange front-LED to come on. If the lid was closed when instrument was switched on, the lid will at this point also open automatically. 2. Start ISIscan Nova software on PC. The software will automatically find the instrument and establish contact. 3.
- Page 32 1. Choose the appropriate cup for the sample. Carefully prepare your sample and fill the sample cup completely. Sample types that tend to form voids if simply poured in should be compressed using the back of a spoon. 2. Place the filled sample cup in the sample compartment and close the lid. Fig.
- Page 33 4. Select a product and place the filled sample cup in position. The specific cup to use with the product can be selected together with the product name in FossManager under Operation Profiles. Here, the cup type indication can also be enabled/disabled. Fig.
- Page 34 Fig. 32 The instrument and PC can stay turned on between analyses and overnight without any problems. FOSS recommends turning it off over longer idle periods, e.g., over a weekend or during holidays. The Smart Start option can also be used to reduce power consumption and save the instrument;...
- Page 35 frequently a reboot is needed depends on the PC, but leaving it on for months is not recommended.) The instrument and ISIscan Nova software are turned on and off separately. Shutting down the software will not turn off the instrument or the lamp inside it. To turn off the analyser: 1.
- Page 36 Fig. 35 Instrument diagnostics passed A detailed test report can be viewed via Reports. Select the “Instrument diagnostic (PDF)” report and decide if you want to view it, save it or print it. Fig. 36...
- Page 37 Fig. 37 Example of an Instrument diagnostics report All test reports are stored in FossManager and can be viewed there. Fig. 38 Instrument Information contains the serial number, software versions, IP-address etc. Fig. 39...
- Page 38 If you need to report a problem it is recommended that you include this information when you contact a FOSS representative. Press User Manual to get access to this user manual directly on the screen in ISIscan Nova. Fig. 40 Click Close Application to shut down the software.
- Page 39 Fig. 44 Care View - Advanced Settings See section 4.3.1 Instrument Diagnostics. The Advanced Diagnostic feature will make it possible to run specific tests on important modules in the system. This is helpful for trouble shooting and is only required if the normal Instrument Diagnostic fails or there are random errors that are not caught by the instrument diagnostics.
- Page 40 See section 4.3.3 User Manual. The FossConnect Synchronisation window gives an overview of the latest synchronisations where the instrument has exchanged data with the server. Fig. 46 To view the content of a session, select it and click View Log. Fig.
- Page 41 Fig. 48 If an updated version of ISIscan Nova is distributed from FossManager, a message will be displayed. Fig. 49 Follow the on-screen instructions. After the upgrade is completed, ISIscan Nova requires a restart. Fig. 50 The Settings dialogue is to be used to: •...
- Page 42 Fig. 51 Local Configurator is installed by default for configuration and management of local products and calibrations. 1. Click Add to add and configure one or multiple FossManager network connection(s). Fig. 52 2. Fill in the fields in the Network properties dialogue. 3.
- Page 43 Fig. 53 If the correct address and port number is entered and the internet connection is OK, the following message is displayed: Fig. 54 4. Click OK to close it. 5. Click OK once again to save the FossConnect connection. If an incorrect address or port number is entered or the internet connection does not allow the instrument to contact the server, an error message will appear.
- Page 44 Fig. 55 Example of Communication error Failure to connect to the FossConnect Network server could be due to a number of reasons, e.g., internet unavailability, firewalls in local IT-systems, blocked IP- address ranges and port number in local Networks, etc. Contact the IT support team for the installation site in question (or a person with similar responsibilities and knowledge about the local IT system).
- Page 45 Nova has an Auto Export feature that can generate a file with sample data right after the measurement is completed. There are a number of settings that control the feature in Nova. Automate Sample Transfer in the Care view is a wizard that helps to set this up. Operation profile and Instrument settings must be set to Auto export for this to work.
- Page 46 • Auto Export: Enable exporting after each sample. This setting allows some product results to be exported while other products will not be exported. This setting applies to all instruments using products that link to the operation profile. Fig. 58 In Nova Care view, Export tab, there are also options that affect the Auto Export feature.
- Page 47 To summarise, Nova will automatically export if all the following conditions are met: • Export format is configured on the Master configuration system to either a native .CSV format or to use a valid report template. • The product for the sample is linked to an operation profile with Auto Export enabled.
- Page 48 Note that a pin code ('1234') is required in order to enable automatic backup. Fig. 62 With automatic backup enabled and the time and interval set, ISIscan Nova will automatically create a backup file on the specified location on the time/date in question.
- Page 49 Enabled for selected weekdays: Select the weekdays on which you want the diagnostics test to be performed. FOSS recommends that you schedule a diagnostics test for every day the instrument is in use. The Local Configurator is an external program that is used for configuring the local setup.
- Page 50 Fig. 65 Local configurator The Data Maintenance dialogue is used to: • Manually backup database (for automatic backup of database, see section 4.4.6) • Restore an existing database backup Fig. 66 Fig. 67 Data Maintenance window...
- Page 51 Running the backup creates a backup file which is named with the instrument serial number, software version, date and time. Fig. 68 Fig. 69 Fig. 70 Example of backup file The path for storage of the backup files and the number of backup files to keep is set in Configuration/Backup (see section 4.4.6).
- Page 52 2. Enter the 4-digit code (default = '1234'). Fig. 71 Fig. 72 3. Click Yes to continue. Fig. 73...
- Page 53 Fig. 74 Delete now is a function for manual deletion of samples older than the date specified in the text. This date is determined by settings in FossManager. (The default setting in FossManager is 'older than 60 days'.) Clicking Delete now will prompt you for the PIN code '1234'. Fig.
- Page 54 This section describes in short how to carry out the Instrument Calibration. For more detailed information about the instrument calibrations please see section 4.6 Instrument Calibration. Fig. 77 Instrument Calibration consists of wavelength/bandpass calibration and intensity correction. This ensures that all instruments are calibrated to match each other and thereby enable a good transfer of calibration models between instruments.
- Page 55 3. A typical instrument calibration is carried out with the internal wavelength filter, so the option Use internal wavelength filter should be selected. Fig. 79 If an external wavelength filter is used for instrument calibration, the option Update internal wavelength filter settings should be selected. Fig.
- Page 56 Please verify that the standardisation product is set up correctly in FossManager (or contact your network administrator). Click the Remote Support button to get remote support and start a TeamViewer session. Make sure that you have contact with a FOSS service engineer before doing this. An internet connection is required. Fig. 83 Fig.
- Page 57 Typically, these log files contain detailed, traceable information about the instrument's operation, but they do not contain any sample data or results. This command is used when log files are requested by your FOSS representative, e.g., for support issues. Fig. 86 The PIN code must contain four to six digits.
- Page 58 Follow the instructions on the screen. Fig. 89 The Lamp Change option is a help when replacing the lamp. To access this option a PIN code must be entered. The default code is '1234'. There is an option to reset a lamp counter so the system can warn you when there are 500 hours left of the expected lamp lifetime.
- Page 59 Loosen the lamp by turning the lamp holder counter clockwise as shown in Fig. 91. Fig. 91 See also section 5.3 Lamp Replacement for more detailed instructions.
- Page 60 This is a wizard that helps to set up Export and/or Import of sample data. Fig. 92 Automate sample transfer Tick the appropriate box for setting up import or export or both. Fig. 93 Import License To use the import function is a license required, this will activate the import function.
- Page 61 Fig. 94 Define import folder Next step is to select a folder for the files to be imported. If a network folder is used can an additional user name and password be added, if the log in used on the PC have access is this not required. Export needs to be set up in Operational Profiles and Instrument settings in Local Configurator or FossManager.
- Page 62 This refers to the empty check sample cell which is filled with a local sample and used together with prediction models suitable for that sample type. For information about the artificial FOSS Check Sample, see section 4.5.2 FOSS Check Sample. A check sample (or control sample) is measured on a regular basis to validate the stability of the analyser and everything around it that affects its performance (environment etc.).
- Page 63 2. Create an Operation profile with Cup Type = 'Check sample (sealable)' and name it 'Check Sample', for example. Fig. 98 Check sample setup in FossManager 3. Create a product and name it 'Check Sample', for example. In the different tabs you: •...
- Page 64 the Local Configurator, then the check sample product is available in ISIscan Nova after you have saved the new product. Analysing the check sample predicts the result on the constituents linked to the check sample product and compares them to the limits defined in FossManager. Limits can be defined in three different ways in FossManager: •...
- Page 65 Fig. 100 2. Place the check sample in the instrument using the small cup holder. 3. Close the lid. 4. Click Start and enter pin code '1234' to run the check sample definition. Fig. 101 The check sample will now go through a series of analyses. ISIscan Nova may ask you for a sample number (depending on settings in Operation profile).
- Page 66 This refers to the artificial FOSS check sample. For info about the empty check sample cell please see 4.5.1 Empty Check Sample. The FOSS check sample available for NIRS DS3 / DS3 F is an artificial type check sample intended for regular control of instrument stability. The frequency for running the check sample is determined by your local quality routines.
- Page 67 Configurator, the Check Sample product is available in ISIscan Nova after you have saved the new product. Limits can be defined in three different ways in FossManager: • Absolute limits • Relative limits with a defined target • Relative limits without a defined target For the artificial check sample it is strongly recommended to use relative limits without a defined target.
- Page 68 (from Care View) may give you an indication of whether something has changed inside the instrument. Should the Instrument Diagnostic fail, then our recommendation is to contact your local FOSS representative for assistance. Instrument Calibration for is found in the Care menu and it includes two functions: •...
- Page 69 NIRS DS3 / DS3 F uses an innovative method of wavelength calibration to assure consistency between instruments. A wavelength standard using materials with known stable peak positions is used to calibrate the wavelength scale of each instrument.
- Page 70 For matching between NIRS DS3 / DS3 F and an existing Network Master instrument from FOSS, the instrument can be set up to use either the XDS (default) or the NIRS 5000/6500 compatibility mode. Which mode to use is defined in FossManager software and is linked to the Operation Profile.
- Page 71 A NIRS DS3 / DS3 F requires little maintenance. The instrument enclosure is sealed to prevent contamination of critical modules, which keeps maintenance to a minimum. Wipe the instrument cabinet with a moist cloth on a regular basis. Do not use any chemicals to clean the instrument, only a dilute soap and water solution.
- Page 72 Replace the halogen lamp as follows: 1. Switch off the instrument. Disconnect from mains. 2. Open the front cover and remove the supplied Allen key. Fig. 109 Allen key 3. Remove the four screws holding the cover plate using the Allen key. Fig.
- Page 73 4. Flip down the cover plate. Fig. 111 Cover plate 5. Open the clamps where the white lamp cables are connected. Do not touch the black cables coming from inside the instrument. Fig. 112 Clamps...
- Page 74 6. Remove the lamp by rotating the lamp holder counterclockwise. Fig. 113 Unscrew the lamp 7. Fit the new lamp and assemble in reverse order. 8. Start the instrument and software. 9. Reset the counter in the instrument software. Fig. 114...
- Page 75 The filter that is located at the rear of the instrument should be replaced regularly, approximately once a year. 1. Push down the handle on the lid and flip down the lid. Fig. 115 Lid 2. Relace the filter. Fig. 116 Filter 3.
- Page 76 2. Remove the four screws holding the cover plate using a 3 mm Allen key. Fig. 117 Cover plate 3. The liquid pump is placed behind the cover plate. Fig. 118 Liquid pump...
- Page 77 4. Remove the cap of the cooling liquid pump by turning it counterclockwise and pull. Fig. 119 Cap 5. Check the liquid level and refill if needed. Fig. 120 shows the correct level. Fig. 120 Liquid levels 6. Assemble the instrument in reverse order. 7.
- Page 78 Preventive maintenance can be done either on-site or remotely using IT. Contact your local FOSS representative for yearly maintenance. FOSS offers a wide range of local support products and training adapted to your market requirements. Please contact the local FOSS representative for a tailor-...
- Page 79 The NIRS DS3 / DS3 F analyser is designed to be a dependable, trouble-free instrument with many years of use. In spite of the rugged design, problems may arise that require attention. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the instrument enclosure except the lamp.
- Page 81 Take the samples, scan them, make a reference (chemical) analysis and add them to the calibration. This is typically done together with an application specialist from FOSS or from your own organisation.
- Page 83 See 600968671 Parts, Accessories and Consumables on the USB with documentation.
- Page 86 Contact your local FOSS representative for information.
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What does the monochromator look like for the Foss DS3?
The Foss NIRS DS3 uses a proven monochromator design that includes a digitally controlled dispersive grating, sensitive detection devices, and state-of-the-art circuitry. This design enhances the signal-to-noise ratio and minimizes extraneous noise that could affect performance. However, the provided context does not include a visual representation of the monochromator.
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WE HAVE JUST CHANGED THE LAMP HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO WARM UP, THE DIAGNOSTICS ARE FAILING ON WAVELENGTH AT THE MOMENT
The context does not specify the exact warm-up time for the Foss NIRS DS3 after changing the lamp. However, diagnostics on wavelength could fail if the instrument is not properly calibrated after lamp replacement. Calibration includes Wavelength Calibration and Intensity Correction, which must be performed together to ensure accuracy.
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How do I print the Spectra of a test sample - as it can be seen on screen