Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Manual

Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Manual

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Orion Star A320 Series
Electrochemistry Portable Meters
68X000443
Revision A
June 2015

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  • Page 1 Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Electrochemistry Portable Meters 68X000443 • Revision A • June 2015...
  • Page 2 – within the United States call 1-800-225-1480 and outside the United States call +1-978-232-6000 or fax +1-978-232-6031. For additional product information, contact your local authorized dealer, local Thermo Scientific Orion technical sales representative or contact us using the Water and Laboratory Products (WLP) information on the page back of this manual.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1 ........................6 Meter Introduction ......................6 Meter Overview ..........................6 Packing List ..........................8 Intended Use ..........................9 Chapter 2 ........................10 Meter Basics ....................... 10 Installing Batteries ........................10 Using the Universal Power Adapter (Optional Power Source) ........... 11 Portable Meter Accessories .......................
  • Page 4 Chapter 5 ........................64 Using the Conductivity Channel ................64 Meter and Sensor Preparation ....................64 Conductivity Calibration Procedure .................... 65 Conductivity Calibration Editing ..................66 Alternative Certified Cell Constant Entry Calibration Procedure ........66 Conductivity Standards vs. Temperature Table ................. 67 Conductivity Meter Verification Procedure .................
  • Page 6: Chapter 1

    5000 measurement sets with time and date stamp and the non-volatile meter Orion Star memory preserves all data, even with the loss of power. Use Thermo Scientific ™ ™ software to facilitate data transfer from the meter to a computer via USB or RS232, ™...
  • Page 7 Measure pH, ion concentration, mV, relative mV or ORP with temperature on channel one; measure conductivity, TDS, salinity or resistivity with temperature on channel two; and measure dissolved oxygen as % saturation or concentration with temperature on channel three Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 8: Packing List

    Meter test certificate · Orion Star A320 series portable meter kits also include the portable meter armor and field case. Each Orion Star A320 series meter is fully tested and certified by Thermo Fisher Scientific and a certificate of calibration is included with each meter. For specific meter and kit contents, refer...
  • Page 9: Intended Use

    Chapter 1 Meter Introduction Intended Use Please read this reference guide thoroughly. Any use outside of these instructions may invalidate the meter warranty and cause permanent damage to the meter. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 10: Chapter 2

    C H A P T E R 2 Installing Batteries Four AA batteries are included with Orion Star A320 series portable meters and are preinstalled in the meter battery compartment. Use the following procedure to replace batteries as needed. 1. Select four new AA alkaline batteries.
  • Page 11: Using The Universal Power Adapter (Optional Power Source)

    A universal power adapter (Catalog Number 1010003) with US, EU, UK and China plug plates can be purchased separately and used with the Orion Star A320 series portable meters. To save battery life, the meter will always obtain power from the universal power adapter when it is connected with the meter and a power outlet, even when batteries are installed in the meter.
  • Page 12: Portable Meter Accessories

    Orion Star A Series Portable Meter Armor Insert the Orion Star A320 series portable meter into the top of the portable meter armor. The holders for a pH electrode and conductivity/DO sensors can be attached to either side of the meter armor.
  • Page 13: Orion Star A Series Portable Meter Field Case

    Meter Basics Orion Star A Series Portable Meter Field Case The hard-sided portable meter field case is designed to hold the Orion Star A320 series portable meter (with or without electrodes connected), electrodes and sensors, calibration and maintenance solutions, extra batteries and additional accessories all in one convenient location for easy portability in the field.
  • Page 14: Meter Connections

    Meter Basics Meter Connections The following diagram depicts all the possible meter connections available on the Orion Star A320 series portable meters. Some Orion Star A320 series portable meters will have fewer connections, depending on the meter’s measurement capabilities. Connector Function...
  • Page 15 Chapter 2 Meter Basics Orion Star A321 pH Meter Connections Orion Star A322 Conductivity Meter Connections Orion Star A323 RDO/DO Meter Connections Orion Star A324 pH/ISE Meter Connections Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 16 Chapter 2 Meter Basics Orion Star A325 pH/Conductivity Meter Connections Orion Star A326 pH/RDO/DO Meter Connections Orion Star A329 pH/ISE/Conductivity/RDO/DO Meter Connections Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 17: Meter Keypad

    Chapter 2 Meter Basics Meter Keypad Orion Star A320 series portable meter keypads includes menu-specific function keys that update on the display for efficient meter operation and shortcut keys for easy navigation. Key Icon and Name Function Press the f1, f2 and f3 function keys to perform the action shown above each key on the display.
  • Page 18: Function Keys

    Pressing the f2 (sample ID) key will prompt the meter to enter the sample ID setup mode. Pressing the f3 (setup) key will prompt the meter to enter the main setup menu. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 19: Meter Display

    Orion Star A323 RDO/DO Meter Display Date and time Temperature measurement and source Method Main measurement units Main measurement mode Main measurement value Barometric pressure Salinity value Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 20 Channel 1 main measurement units Channel 1 temperature measurement and source Channel 2 main measurement value Channel 2 main Channel 2 main measurement units measurement mode Channel 2 temperature measurement and source Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 21: Measurement Display Icons

    Indicates the sample ID function is active, the operator assigned number is shown to the right of the icon Indicates the user ID function is active, the operator assigned name is shown to the right of the icon Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 22: Ph Electrode Condition Icon

    Note: This is a general indicator of overall electrode status – always refer to the pH electrode user manual for specific information on the recommended slope range for each pH electrode. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 23: Meter Models And Measurement Capabilities

    Chapter 2 Meter Basics Meter Models and Measurement Capabilities The table below shows the available models of Orion Star A320 series portable meters and their available measurement modes. All measurements include temperature. Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3 Temperature Meter Model...
  • Page 24: Chapter 3

    C H A P T E R 3 Main Setup Menu The main setup menu of the Orion Star A320 series meters contains menus for measurement settings, instrument settings, calibration and data logs and meter diagnostics in one location. General Setup Menu Navigation 1.
  • Page 25 Example Main Setup Menu Displays Star A321 pH Meter Setup Menu Star A325 pH/Conductivity Meter Setup Menu Orion Star A326 pH/RDO/DO Star A329 pH/ISE/Conductivity/RDO/DO Meter Setup Menu Meter Setup Menu Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 26 Contrast Auto Shut User ID Sample ID * Refer to next figure for a detailed list of the measurement, calibration and alarm settings within each channel-specific Mode and Settings menu. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 27 Temp. Averaging Averaging Alarm Coeff. Limit Alarm Stability Limit Alarm Cal Due Cal Due Averaging Alarm Alarm Low Lv RDO Cap Limit Alarm Stability Life Cal Due Alarm Cell Type Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 28: Channel-Specific Method, Mode And Temperature Menus

    °C or °F, perform a temperature calibration on an ATC probe or conductivity / dissolved oxygen sensor with built-in temperature and set temperature input source for meters with dual temperature sources. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 29: Method Menu

    7. Press the f2 (accept) key to save the entered password. 8. The meter will return to the methods list and the selected method number will have the date, time and mode shown in the methods list. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 30 8. Press the p or q key to highlight an open method and press the f2 (accept) key. a. Open methods have no date, time or mode shown in the methods list. 9. Use the popup number entry screen to create a password for the new method. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 31 If Delete is selected: Press the f2 (yes) key to confirm the deletion of the selected method. The method will be deleted and the meter will automatically proceed to the measurement mode. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 32: Mode And Settings Menu

    Minute Stability Setting mV per Minute 0.1 resolution or 1 significant digit Fast Stability 0.01 resolution or 2 significant digits Medium Stability 0.001 resolution or 3 significant digits Slow Stability Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 33 Turn on the alarm beep setting in the Instrument Settings menu to enable an audible beep when the alarm is triggered. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 34 (1 to 9998 hours) (pH, RmV and · Cal Due Limit The cal due alarm is triggered after the entered time ORP only) 12 Hrs has elapsed without a calibration being performed Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 35 -59 to +59 mV. If the mV readings are in the correct ranges, the pH electrode is capable of performing automatic buffer recognition. If the mV readings are not in the correct ranges, manually enter the pH buffer values during a pH calibration. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 36 · Off calibrations, when the function is on – the minimum Low Lv Stability stabilization time is increased (~3-5 minutes) to · On improve accuracy in low level calibration standards Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 37 -59 to +59 mV. If the mV readings are in the correct ranges, the pH electrode is capable of performing automatic buffer recognition. If the mV readings are not in the correct ranges, manually enter the pH buffer values during a pH calibration. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 38 For example, the equations generated in a three point calibration would be: + S * log (C + b) + S * log (C + b) + S * log (C + b) Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 39 The stabilization time is typically extended to about three to five minutes per calibration point, but will vary based on the actual readings from the electrode during calibration. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 40 · Standard Set the type of conductivity senor as standard (most Cell Type sensors) or USP (2-cell sensors in ultra pure water) · USP Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 41 Orion 12.9 mS conductivity standard, 5 x 60 mL 01100610 Orion 12.9 mS conductivity standard, 10 individual use pouches The nominal cell constant (K) values for Thermo Scientific Orion conductivity sensors compatible with Star A320 series conductivity meters are listed below. Catalog...
  • Page 42 EP requirement for pure water at the measured sample temperature. Off - no temperature correction is applied and the actual conductivity value is displayed at · the measured sample temperature. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 43 A329 pH/ISE/conductivity/RDO/DO meters offer two salinity types: practical salinity and natural sea water. Practical salinity measurements are based on relating the sample measurement to the reading of a standard potassium chloride (KCl) solution at 15 °C. Orion Star A320 series conductivity meters will automatically temperature compensate and report the expected practical salinity result as practical salinity units (psu) at 15 °C when using a conductivity sensor...
  • Page 44 (RDO only) * Orion Star A329 meters offer the option to use the measured conductivity value of a sample for automatic salinity correction of dissolved oxygen measurements. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 45 (mS/cm) Value (ppt) (mS/cm) Value (ppt)   Calculated from the International Oceanographic Tables, Vol. 1, National Institute of Oceanography of Great Britain, Womley, Godaming, Surrey, England and Unesco, Paris 1971 Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 46: Temperature Menu

    Meter Setup Menus Temperature Menu Orion Star A320 series portable meters offer a Temperature menu used to customize temperature settings for each channel by manually entering a temperature value, selecting the temperature units as °C or °F and performing a temperature calibration on an ATC probe, conductivity sensor or dissolved oxygen sensor with built-in temperature.
  • Page 47 · Temperature Input · DO Probe · Manual · Celsius · Temperature Unit · Fahrenheit DO/RDO · Solution Temperature Channel · Temperature Calibration · Membrane Temperature · Sol & Mem Temp Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 48 5. Press the p or q key to highlight Celsius or Fahrenheit and press the f3 (select) key. 6. Press the measure (esc) key to return to the measurement mode. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 49 Meter Setup Menus Temperature Calibration When using Orion Star A320 series portable meters, a temperature calibration can be performed on an ATC probe, conductivity sensor with built-in temperature or polarographic dissolved oxygen sensor with built-in temperature when the probe or sensor is connected to the meter.
  • Page 50 5. Press the p or q key to highlight ATC, DO Probe or Manual and press the f3 (select) key. 6. Press the measure (esc) key to return to the measurement mode. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 51: Instrument Settings Setup Menu

    Set sample ID as off, manual (up to six alphanumeric Sample ID characters) or auto incremental (up to six numbers that · Manual are automatically increased for each measurement) · Auto Increment Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 52: Log View Menu

    Data Log Orion Star A320 series portable meters offer a 5000 point data log. Each point includes the actively displayed measurements, depending on the meter model and display configuration, with date and time stamp.
  • Page 53: Calibration Log

    Meter Setup Menus Calibration Log Orion Star A320 series meters save up to ten of the most recent calibrations per channel. 1. In the measurement mode, press the setup key. 2. Press the p, q, t or u key to highlight View Log and press the f3 (select) key.
  • Page 54: Diagnostics Menu

    3. Set the measurement mode to mV. The meter should read a steady 0.0 mV ±0.2 mV. a. If the meter does not read a steady 0.0 mV ±0.2 mV with the BNC shorting cap attached to the BNC input, contact Technical Support. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 55: Electrode Stability Test Procedure

    6. Place the electrode or sensor in an appropriate solution with a stable temperature and press the f2 (yes) key. a. Thermo Scientific Orion pH 7.00 buffer (Catalog Number 910107, 910760 or 910710) is recommended for testing a pH electrode.
  • Page 56: Chapter 4

    Connect a reference half-cell electrode to the pin tip meter input (for use when a half- cell sensing electrode with BNC connector is used). 4. Prepare all connected electrodes for use as instructed in the electrode manuals. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 57: Ph Calibration Procedure

    6. The meter will display the calibration summary including the slope and export the data to the calibration log. Press the f1 (meas) key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 (print) key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 58: Ph Calibration Editing

    4. The meter will display an updated calibration summary and export the data to the calibration log. Press the f1 (meas) key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 (print) key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 59: Orp Calibration Procedure (Relative Mv Mode)

    Use the Thermo Scientific Orion ORP standard (Catalog Number 967901 or 967961) or other ORP standard as desired. Prepare the electrode according to the instructions in the electrode manual.
  • Page 60: Orp Calibration Procedure (E Units)

    Thermo Scientific Orion ORP electrode (Catalog Number 9678BNWP, 9778BNWP, · 9180BNMD or 9179BNMD) Thermo Scientific Orion 4 M KCl filling solution (Catalog Number 900011) or 4 M KCl gel · (in the 9179BNMD electrode) Orion ORP standard is nonhazardous, stable and will not change over time, so it is an ideal standard for any ORP measurement system.
  • Page 61: Ise Calibration Procedure

    6. The meter will display the calibration summary including the slope and export the data to the calibration log. Press the f1 (meas) key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 (print) key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 62: Ise Calibration Editing

    4. The meter will display an updated calibration summary and export the data to the calibration log. Press the f1 (meas) key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 (print) key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 63: Measurement Procedure

    5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 for all samples. When all samples have been measured, store the electrodes according to the instructions in the electrode manuals. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 64: Chapter 5

    4. Prepare all connected sensors for use as instructed in the sensor manuals. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 65: Conductivity Calibration Procedure

    6. The meter will display the calibration summary and export the data to the calibration log. Press the f1 (meas) key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 (print) key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 66: Conductivity Calibration Editing

    The meter will automatically proceed to the measurement mode. 5. The conductivity measurement system is now calibrated. Verify the calibration by reading a known conductivity standard or according to your SOP. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 67: Conductivity Standards Vs. Temperature Table

    145.4 16.89 1866 147.6 17.15 1896 149.8 17.40 1925 152.0 17.66 1954 154.2 17.92 1983 156.4 18.18 2013 158.7 18.44 2042 160.9 18.70 2071 163.2 18.96 2101 165.4 19.22 2130 Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 68: Conductivity Meter Verification Procedure

    Note: These are the nominal values for the resistors only. The actual resistance and conductance is printed on each resistor and the actual acceptance range must be calculated from the actual value on each resistor. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 69: Measurement Procedure

    5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 for all samples. When all samples have been measured, store the sensors according to the instructions in the sensor manuals. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 70: Chapter 6

    The temperature will also be measured when the dissolved oxygen sensor is connected with the meter. 4. Prepare all connected sensors for use as instructed in the sensor manuals. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 71: Dissolved Oxygen Calibration Procedure

    Make sure the meter measurement mode is set to dissolved oxygen (DO or RDO). For Star A326 meters and Star A329 meters, press the f3 (channel) key until the dissolved oxygen channel is shown in the measurement mode. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 72: Air (Water-Saturated Air) Calibration

    7. The meter will display the calibration summary and export the data to the calibration log. Press the f1 (meas) key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 (print) key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 73: Manual (Winkler) Calibration

    7. The meter will display the calibration summary and export the data to the calibration log. Press the f1 (meas) key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 (print) key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 74: Set Zero Calibration

    7. The meter will display the calibration summary and export the data to the calibration log. Press the f1 (meas) key to proceed to the measurement mode or press the f2 (print) key to export the calibration data to a printer or computer. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 75: Measurement Procedure

    5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 for all samples. When all samples have been measured, store the sensors according to the instructions in the sensor manuals. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 76: Chapter 7

    When the data log and export data settings are enabled, press the log/print key to save a measurement to the data log and export it to a printer or computer. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 77: Data Log Setting

    4. Press the p or q key to highlight On and press the f3 (select) key. 5. Press the f1 (back) key to navigate out of the menu and press the measure (esc) key to return to the measurement mode. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 78: Export Data Settings

    7. Press the f1 (back) key to navigate out of the menu and press the measure (esc) key to return to the measurement mode. Data Transfer Examples 5 Point pH Calibration, CSV Format, HyperTerminal View: pH Measurement, CSV Format, HyperTerminal View: Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 79 Chapter 7 Data Transfer and Software Updates 5 Point pH Calibration, Printer Format: pH Measurement, Printer Format: Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 80: Printer Compatibility And Requirements

    RS232 printer cable required to interface an Orion Star A320 series meter to this printer. The baud rate of Orion Star A320 series meters can be set to 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 or 38400 for communication to different printers. The fixed meter settings are:...
  • Page 81: Computer Compatibility And Requirements

    Excel. The baud rate of Orion Star A320 series meters can be set to 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 or 38400. The fixed meter settings are:...
  • Page 82: Using The Usb-To-Serial Computer Cable

    Control Panel Classic View, just double-click the System icon. In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab and then click the Device Manager button. In the Device Manager window, expand the Ports option. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 83 For example, when using a Tripp Lite adapter, go to http://www.tripplite.com/support/downloads/, enter the model number of the adapter (i.e. U209- 000-R) and select the appropriate driver for the computer operating system. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 84: Using The Usb Computer Cable

    Properties window, click the Hardware tab and then click the Device Manager button. In the Device Manager window, expand the Ports option. 5. Locate and double-click on the Virtual COM Port (CDC) device in the Device Manager tool. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 85 Data Transfer and Software Updates 6. The Virtual COM Port (CDC) properties window will open. Click the Update Driver button. 7. Click the “Browse my computer for driver software” option. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 86 10. Once the installation is complete, record the COM port location and click the Close button. 11. The meter is now able to transfer data to the computer using the Virtual COM port and Orion Star Com computer software, HyperTerminal or similar program. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 87: Orion Star Com Communication Software

    Separated Values (.csv) file. Transferred data can also be printed from the computer. Orion Star A320 series portable meters must have software revision 2.59 or higher to use the Star Com software. The Orion Star A200/A300 series USB driver software must be installed on the computer if the USB port will be used to connect the meter with a computer.
  • Page 88: Meter Interfacing With Other Computer Programs

    Note: If the meter is powered off for any reason (auto-shut off, loss of power, etc.) the connection will need to be reestablished by repeating the steps above. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 89: Star A200-A300 Meter Remote Control Protocols

    ”. Line feeds will be ignored. New commands cannot be issued until the previous command has been completed and a prompt is given. A prompt is shown as the greater than symbol (“>“‘) followed by a space. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 90 Example: 329, 12345, 2.53 SETRTC YY MM DD HH MM SS <CR> SETRTC Set the date and time (in 24 hour format) for the meter Example: SETRTC 13 07 15 08 30 00 Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 91 Channel, Mode, ORP Value, ORP Unit, mV Value, mV Unit, Temperature Value, Temperature Unit, Method #, Log # Example: A211 pH, X01036, 3.04, ABCDE, 01/03/15 16:05:41, SAMPLE, CH-1, ORP, 0.0, mV, 0.0, mV, 25.0, C, M100, #4 <CR> Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 92 Example: A213 DO/RDO, X01039, 3.04, ABCDE, 01/03/15 16:05:41, SAMPLE, CH-1, DO, 0.3,% Sat, 0.03, mg/L, 3.4, nA, 24.5, C, 24.6, C, 761.0, mmHg, 0.0, ppt, 11.800, Na/%Sat, M100, #1 <CR> Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 93 A215 pH/Cond, X01040, 3.04, ABCDE, 01/03/15 16:05:41, SAMPLE, CH-1, pH, 7.000, pH, 0.0, mV, 25.0, C, 98.1,%, M100, CH-2, COND, 936.41, uS/cm, 1977.59, uS, 25.0, C, 2.1,%/C, 25.0, C, 0.4750, /cm, M200, #1 <CR> Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 94 25.0, C, Manual, 0.4750, 2, 68.6, uS/cm, 143.1, uS, 25.0, C, Manual, 0.4956, 3, 100, uS/cm, 200.2, uS, 25.0, C, Manual, 0.5511, 4, 158.4, uS/cm, 333.4, uS, 25.0, C, Manual, 0.4375, 5, 475, uS/cm, 1000, uS, 25.0, C, Manual, 0.4749, 0.4868 #1 <CR> Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 95 Calibration) Example: A213 DO/RDO, X01039, 3.04, CH-1, RDO, 12/16/12, 09:21:00, 123454, 1, Manual, 6.9, mg/l, 8.2, Torr, 149.6, Torr, 24.3, C(ATC), 749.7, mmHg, 0.1, ppt, 1.52, Torr/%sat, 1, #1 <CR> Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 96: Meter Software Upgrade Procedure

    64-bit version and if "x64 Edition" isn’t shown, use the 32-bit version. 3. Uninstall any previous versions of the Orion Star A200-A300 series meter software update using the Computer’s Programs and Features tool. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 97 7. Follow all prompts to install the setup program onto the computer. If any security warning messages appear, select the run software option. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 98 (default setting is 9600). b. When using the USB computer cable, the software update will detect the USB connection (USB driver must be installed prior to launching the software update). Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 99 USB cable, close the software update and retry this procedure using the RS232 cable. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 100: Chapter 8

    For the most current warranty information, refer to the Thermo Scientific Orion warranty card included on the Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 series Meter literature CD and available online at www.thermoscientific.com/water. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 101: Troubleshooting Tips

    Customer Services Troubleshooting Tips If an issue is encountered while using the Orion Star A320 series meter, ensure the correct power adapter is being used and try power cycling the meter: disconnect the power adapter from the meter, wait 15 seconds and reconnect the power adapter to the meter.
  • Page 102: Meter Factory Reset Procedure

    5. Wait while the user reset is performed. Once completed, the meter will proceed to the measurement mode. All meter settings will be reset to the factory default settings; however the calibration log and data log will be retained. Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 103: Notice Of Compliance

    Further information on compliance with these directives, the recyclers in your country, and information on Thermo Scientific Orion products that may assist the detection of substances subject to the RoHS Directive are available by contact us using the Water and Laboratory Products (WLP) information on the back page of this manual.
  • Page 104: Declaration Of Conformity

    Blk 55 #04-16/24 Singapore 139949 Singapore Hereby declares that the following products: Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 series portable meters are rated 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.5A Portable Meter Models: Orion Star A321 pH Meter Orion Star A322 Conductivity Meter...
  • Page 105: Meter Specifications

    Chapter 8 Customer Services Meter Specifications Orion Star A320 series Portable Meter Operating Conditions Operating Ambient Temperature 5 to 45 °C Operating Relative Humidity 5 to 85%, non-condensing Storage Temperature -20 to 60 °C Storage Relative Humidity 5 to 85%, non-condensing...
  • Page 106 ±0.1 °C Offset Calibration 1 point Source Options Manual or automatic with ATC probe pH or ORP electrode Sensor Pin Tip Reference electrode Inputs 8 pin MiniDIN ATC temperature probe Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 107 0.1 °C, 0.1 °F Temperature Relative Accuracy ±0.1 °C Offset Calibration 1 point Source Options Manual or automatic with built-in temperature sensor Sensor Input 8 pin MiniDIN Conductivity sensor with built-in temperature Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 108 0.1 °C, 0.1 °F Temperature Relative Accuracy ±0.1 °C Offset Calibration 1 point Source Options Automatic with built-in temperature sensor Sensor Input 9 pin MiniDIN Dissolved oxygen sensor with built-in temperature Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 109 1 point Source Options Manual or automatic with ATC probe pH electrode, ORP electrode or ion selective electrode (ISE) Sensor Inputs Pin Tip Reference electrode 8 pin MiniDIN ATC temperature probe Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 110 Manual or automatic with ATC probe or built-in temp. sensor pH or ORP electrode Sensor Pin Tip Reference electrode Inputs 8 pin MiniDIN Conductivity sensor with built-in temperature or ATC probe Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 111 Manual or automatic with ATC probe or built-in temp. sensor pH or ORP electrode Pin Tip Reference electrode Sensor Inputs 8 pin MiniDIN ATC temperature probe 9 pin MiniDIN Dissolved oxygen sensor with built-in temperature Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 112 0.5% of reading ±1 digit TDS Factor Linear (0.02 to 9.99) Range 2 Ω to 100 MΩ Resistivity Resolution 1 Ω or 0.1 MΩ, auto ranging Relative Accuracy 0.5% of reading ±1 digit Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 113 Sensor Inputs 8 pin MiniDIN Conductivity sensor with built-in temperature or ATC probe 9 pin MiniDIN Dissolved oxygen sensor with built-in temperature Note: All specifications are subject to change without notice. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 114: Ordering Information

    · STARA-CS Orion Star A series hard-sided field case Star A325 pH/conductivity meter with 4 AA batteries, literature CD, printed quick start STARA3250 guide, computer interface cable and meter test certificate Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 115: Meter Accessories, Electrodes And Solutions

    Orion Star A series conductivity and DO sensor holder for portable meter armor STARA-CS Orion Star A series portable meter hard-sided field case 1210005 Orion Star series portable meter soft-sided field case 810017 Storage sleeve and base for 12mm diameter electrodes Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 116 910110 Orion pH 10.01 buffer, 475 mL 911010 Orion pH 10.01 buffer pouches, 10 pack 911025-WA Orion pH 10.01 buffer pouches, 25 pack 910112 Orion pH 12.46 buffer, 475 mL Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 117 RDO optical DO sensor with cap, cal sleeve and guard, MiniDIN connector, 6m cable Visit www.thermoscientific.com/water for a complete listing of all available Thermo Scientific Orion meters, electrodes, solutions and accessories. Thermo Scientific Orion Star A320 Series Portable Meter User Manual...
  • Page 118 thermoscientific.com/water © 2015 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. All rights reserved. RDO is a registered trademark of In-Situ Inc. Microsoft, Windows and Microsoft Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. & its subsidiaries. Water and Lab Products North America Germany...

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